JP7198513B2 - game machine - Google Patents

Description

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

Conventionally, in a pachinko game machine, a jackpot determination is performed to determine whether or not a game ball enters a starting hole as a condition. When a big hit determination is made, a variable display of special symbols is performed to notify the result of the big hit determination. In the variable display of the special symbols, when the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot, a specific game state more advantageous to the player than the normal game state is entered.

JP 2019-181254 A

However, there is still room for improvement in order to improve the enjoyment of games with respect to gaming machines that sometimes enter a specific game state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal game state.

The game machine according to the present invention is
A jackpot game may be executed when a first specific result is derived by variable display of identification information for notifying a predetermined determination result, and the jackpot game may be executed when a second specific result different from the first specific result is derived. a game control means that does not execute
Effect control means capable of executing a predetermined effect using a predetermined effect means including display means,
After the jackpot game, the game control means may set the predetermined matters related to the game to a specific state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal non-specific state , and after the specific state is reached, the first specific result In a gaming machine that can be changed from the specified state to the non-specified state by executing the variable display of the identification information a predetermined number of times without deriving the
The game control means, in the variable display of the identification information of the predetermined number of times after becoming the specific state, when the second specific result is derived, to the specific state newly, to the specific state If the second identification result is derived by the variable display of the identification information before the predetermined number of times, the specific state is not newly set,
The production control means is
Although the second identification result is derived by the variable display of the identification information before the predetermined number of times after the specific state is established, the second identification result is derived when the specific state is not newly established. It is possible to execute a first suggestion effect suggesting that the specific state is not to be reached, and the second specific result is derived by the variable display of the identification information for the predetermined number of times after the specific state is reached, and a new is capable of executing a second suggestion effect suggesting that the second specified result is derived and that the specified state will be entered,
Before executing the second suggestive performance, a pre-stage performance capable of recognizing that the specific state ends is executed, and then a post-stage performance capable of recognizing that the specific state does not end may be executed. characterized by

According to the present invention, it is possible to suppress a decline in amusement in a game.

1 is a perspective view of a pachinko game machine according to a basic embodiment of the present invention; FIG. It is a front view of a game board unit. (A) is a front view for explaining the standby state of the board movable body, (B) is a front view for explaining the moving state of the board movable body, and (C) is a front view for explaining the rotating state of the board movable body. It is a front view of display devices. It is a rear view of the pachinko game machine according to the basic embodiment of the present invention. It is a block diagram showing the electrical configuration of the game control board side. It is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration on the effect control board side. (A) is a table showing normal figure-related determination information, and (B) is a table showing special figure-related determination information. (A) is a configuration example of a hit determination table, (B) is a configuration example of a normal pattern variation pattern determination table, and (C) is a configuration example of an auxiliary game control table. (A) is a configuration example of a jackpot determination table, (B) is a configuration example of a jackpot symbol type determination table, and (C) is a configuration example of a ready-to-win determination table. It is a configuration example of a special figure 1 variation pattern determination table. It is a configuration example of a special figure 2 variation pattern determination table. It is an example of a structure of the 1st look-ahead determination table. It is a structural example of a 2nd look-ahead determination table. (A) is a configuration example of a jackpot game control table, and (B) is a configuration example of a game state setting table. (A) is a diagram showing an example of a demonstration video, and (B) is a diagram showing an example of a setting screen. (A) is a diagram showing an example of a first normal background image, (B) is a diagram showing an example of a second normal background image, and (C) is a diagram showing an example of a third normal background image. It is a figure, (D) is a figure which shows an example of the background image for probability variation, (E) is a figure which shows an example of the background image for time saving. (A) is a diagram showing an example of a jackpot opening production, (B) is a diagram showing an example of a round production, and (C) is a diagram showing an example of a jackpot ending production. (A) is a diagram showing an example of a production design, and (B) is a diagram showing an example of a production design display area. It is a diagram showing an example of a special figure variation effect of no reach loss. It is a diagram showing an example from the start of the special figure fluctuation production until reaching reach. It is a figure showing an example of N reach. It is a figure showing an example of L reach. FIG. 24 is a continuation of FIG. 23, showing an example of L reach. It is a figure showing an example of SP reach. FIG. 26 is a continuation of FIG. 25 showing an example of SP reach. FIG. 26 is a continuation of FIG. 26, showing an example of SP reach. It is a figure showing an example of movable body production|presentation. It is a figure showing an example of operation production. It is a figure showing an example of a pending|holding production|presentation. FIG. 11 is a diagram showing an example of a pending icon change notice; FIG. 11 is a diagram showing an example of a pending icon change notice; It is a flowchart of game control main processing. It is a flowchart of game control side timer interrupt processing. 6 is a flowchart of sensor detection processing; FIG. 36 is a flowchart of sensor detection processing, and is a diagram representing a continuation of FIG. 35 ; 4 is a flowchart of normal operation processing; 4 is a flowchart of special action processing; It is a flowchart of a special symbol standby process. It is a flowchart of special figure 1 variation pattern determination processing. It is a flow chart of special design variation processing. It is a flowchart of special design decision processing. It is a flow chart of production control main processing. 10 is a flowchart of 1 ms timer interrupt processing; 10 is a flowchart of 10 ms timer interrupt processing; 8 is a flowchart of received command analysis processing; FIG. 47 is a flowchart of received command analysis processing, and is a diagram continuing from FIG. 46 ; (A) is a configuration example of a jackpot symbol type determination table according to the first embodiment, and (B) is a configuration example of a losing symbol type determination table according to the first embodiment. It is a configuration example of a normal special figure 2 variation pattern determination table. (A) is a configuration example of a non-specific time saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table, (B) is a configuration example of a specific time saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table. (A) is a configuration example of a jackpot game control table according to the first embodiment, and (B) is a configuration example of a game state setting table according to the first embodiment. It is a flowchart of special figure 2 determination processing according to the first embodiment. It is a flowchart of special figure 2 variation pattern determination processing according to the first embodiment. It is a flow chart of special design confirmation processing according to the first embodiment. It is a diagram schematically showing the main game flow of the pachinko gaming machine according to the first embodiment. (A) is a diagram showing an example of a first normal background image, (B) is a diagram showing an example of a second normal background image, and (C) is a diagram showing an example of a third normal background image. It is a figure, (D) is a diagram showing an example of a background image for probability variation, (E) is a diagram showing an example of a background image for time saving, (F) is a diagram showing an example of a special background image, (G) is a diagram showing an example of a ceiling background image. (A) is a configuration example of a sub-symbol determination table associated with a jackpot symbol A and a jackpot symbol D, (B) is a configuration example of a sub-symbol determination table associated with a jackpot symbol B and a jackpot symbol E, (C) is a configuration example of the sub-symbol determination table associated with the losing symbol A and the losing symbol B of the reach-losing variation. (A) is a configuration example of a sub-symbol determination table associated with a losing symbol A other than a reach-losing variation and a losing symbol B, and (B) is a configuration example of a sub-symbol determination table associated with a losing symbol C of a shortened losing variation. A configuration example, (C) is a configuration example of a performance symbol determination table associated with a losing symbol C other than a shortened losing variation. It is a specific example of the production executed in the general time-saving production mode related to the jackpot low probability high base gaming state. It is a specific example of the production executed in the general time-saving production mode related to the jackpot low probability high base gaming state. It is a specific example of the effect executed when the last special figure variation effect of the time saving effect mode related to the jackpot low probability high base game state becomes a jackpot. It is a specific example of the effect executed when the last special figure variation effect of the time saving effect mode related to the jackpot low probability high base game state is usually lost. It is a concrete example of the effect that is executed in the case of a special loss in the last special figure variation effect of the time saving effect mode related to the jackpot low probability high base gaming state. It is a specific example of the production executed in the first special figure fluctuation production in the special production mode. It is a specific example of the production that is executed when the special figure fluctuation production other than the last in the special production mode is usually lost. It is a concrete example of the production that is executed when the last special figure fluctuation production in the special production mode is usually lost. It is a concrete example of the effect executed when special loss occurs in the special figure fluctuation effect of the special effect mode. It is a specific example of the production performed in the normal production mode in general. It is a specific example of the production performed in the normal production mode in general. It is a specific example of the effect executed when reaching the ceiling and changing from the normal game state (normal effect mode) to the low probability high base game state (ceiling effect mode). It is a specific example of the effect executed when the special figure variable display of the specific number of times related to reaching the ceiling is the SP loss variation. It is a specific example of the effect executed when the special figure variable display of the specific number of times related to reaching the ceiling is the SP jackpot variation. This is a specific example of the effect executed when the ceiling effect mode changes to the normal effect mode in response to the fact that the end condition is met in the ceiling reach low probability high base game state and the normal game state is entered. The stop display of the losing pattern C is performed in the ceiling reach low probability high base game state, and the performance executed when the ceiling performance mode changes to the time reduction performance mode in response to the special loss low probability high base game state. A specific example. Loss pattern C is stopped and displayed in the last special variable display related to the establishment of the end condition of the special low probability high base game state, but it is executed when the time reduction production mode changes to the ceiling production mode by reaching the ceiling. This is a specific example of a production that

<Basic embodiment>
First, a basic embodiment of the present invention, which is the premise of the characterizing portion of the gaming machine of the present invention, will be specifically described with reference to the drawings. In each figure referred to, the same parts are denoted by the same reference numerals, and redundant descriptions of the same parts are omitted in principle. In the following, for the sake of simplification of description, by describing symbols or codes that refer to information, signals, physical quantities or members, etc., the names of the information, signals, physical quantities or members, etc. corresponding to the symbols or codes will be omitted or abbreviated. Sometimes.

1. Mechanical Configuration of Gaming Machine The pachinko gaming machine PY, which is a basic embodiment of the gaming machine of the present invention, will be described. First, the mechanical configuration of the pachinko game machine PY will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 4. FIG. In the following description, the left, right, up and down directions of each part of the pachinko gaming machine PY refer to the left, right, up and down directions (as seen from the front) for the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY. In addition, "forward" is the direction from the pachinko gaming machine PY to the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY, and "backward" is the direction from the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY to the pachinko gaming machine PY. ,explain.

As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko game machine PY includes a game board unit YU including a game board 1 and a game machine frame 2 housing the game board unit YU. The game machine frame 2 includes a frame-shaped outer frame 21 fixed to the game parlor, an inner frame 22 attached to the outer frame 21 and to which the game board unit YU is attached, and a front frame 22 rotatably supported by the inner frame 22. a door 23;

The outer frame 21, the inner frame 22, and the front door 23 have substantially the same outer peripheral shape when viewed from the front. An inner frame 22 is attached to the front surface of the outer frame 21 .

The front door 23 can be opened and closed with respect to the inner frame 22 . The front door 23 includes a frame-like front frame 23m in which a substantially vertically long rectangular large opening is formed approximately in the center, and a transparent plate 23t fitted in the opening. When the front door 23 is closed, the game board 1 included in the game board unit YU faces the transparent plate 23t. The transparent plate 23t is formed of a transparent synthetic resin plate in a substantially vertically long rectangular shape. Therefore, when the pachinko game machine PY is installed in the game parlor, a player in front of the pachinko game machine PY can visually recognize the game area 6 formed on the front surface of the game board 1 through the transparent plate 23t. can. As the transparent plate 23t, a transparent glass plate may be used instead of the transparent synthetic resin plate. It is sufficient that the game area 6 can be visually recognized from the front of the pachinko game machine PY through the transparent plate 23t.

A rotatable handle 72k for shooting game balls is provided at the lower right portion of the front surface of the front frame 23m. The amount (rotational angle) by which the handle 72k is operated is associated with the magnitude of the force (shooting strength) applied to the game ball to shoot the game ball. Therefore, the game ball is shot with a shooting intensity corresponding to the rotation operation of the handle 72k.

An upper plate 34 protruding forward greatly and a lower plate 35 arranged directly below the upper plate 34 are provided at the lower portion of the front surface of the front frame 23m. A first effect button 40k that can be pressed downward is provided in the center of the front side of the upper plate 34. - 特許庁An operating portion of the first effect button 40k protruding from the upper surface of the upper plate 34 is formed in a hemispherical shape. Further, a supply ball storage hole 34A for storing game balls supplied to the handle 72k is formed on the rear side of the upper surface of the upper plate 34. As shown in FIG. Further, the upper surface of the lower plate 35 is provided with a surplus ball storage hole 35A for storing surplus game balls that cannot be stored in the supply ball storage hole 34A.

Further, an upper decorative body 31, a right decorative body 32, and a left decorative body 33 projecting forward are provided on the upper side, the right side, and the left side of the front transparent plate 23t of the front frame 23m. On the bottom surface of the upper decorative body 31, a pair of two speakers 52 capable of outputting sound, specifically, a speaker 52L arranged on the left side and a speaker 52R arranged on the right side, face downward and extend in a predetermined horizontal direction. They are placed side by side at a distance. In addition, a second effect button 41k that can be pressed downward is provided at the lower portion of the right decorative body 32. As shown in FIG. The operating portion of the second effect button 41k is shaped like a bar. Furthermore, frame lamps 53 capable of emitting light are provided from the right decorative body 32 to the front right portion of the upper plate 34 and from the left decorative body 33 to the front left portion of the upper plate 34 .

It should be noted that the positions and numbers of the members and devices provided in the game machine frame 2 can be appropriately changed within a range that does not interfere with the game.

Next, the game board unit YU will be explained using FIG. 2 in addition to FIG. The game board unit YU has a game board 1 and a board performance unit EU attached to the back surface of the game board 1. - 特許庁First, the game board 1 will be explained. The game board 1 is made of a transparent synthetic resin plate. A generally circular opening 1A is formed in the approximate center of the game board 1 when viewed from the front.

A substantially ring-shaped center decoration 61 is formed on the front surface of the game board 1 so as to protrude forward along the opening 1A. Further, outside the center decoration 61, an outer rail 62 formed in a substantially ring shape so as to largely surround the center decoration 61 and an outer rail 62 between the left portion of the outer rail 62 and the center decoration 61 are provided. 62 and a curved inner rail 63 substantially parallel to the center decorative body 61 are formed.

A game area 6 is formed on the front surface of the game board 1 by a center decoration 61, an outer rail 62, an inner rail 63, and the like. That is, the front surface of the game board 1 is divided into the game area 6 and other areas by the center decoration 61, the outer rail 62 and the inner rail 63. As shown in FIG. A region surrounded by the outer rail 62 and the inner rail 63 forms a launching region 7 through which the launched game ball can travel toward the playing region 6 .

The game area 6 is an area in which a game ball shot by operating the handle 72k can flow down, and is provided for playing a game in the pachinko game machine PY. The game area 6 is provided with a large number of game nails (not shown). The game nail is suitable for the game ball entering the game area 6 and flowing down the game area 6 to the general winning opening 10, the first starting opening 11, the second starting opening 12, the gate 13, the big winning opening 14, etc. It constitutes a route that guides to

A general winning device 10</b>D is provided at a predetermined position in the game area 6 . The general prize winning device 10D is formed with a general prize winning port 10 that allows game balls to enter. When game balls enter the general winning hole 10, a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. In addition, the game ball entering the general winning hole 10 is discharged to the outside of the game area 6 as it is.

In addition, a first starting winning device 11D is provided directly below the center of the center decorative body 61 in the game area 6. As shown in FIG. The first start winning device 11D is formed so that a game ball can enter the first start opening 11. - 特許庁The first starting prize winning device 11D has a non-operating structure that does not operate. Therefore, the first starting port 11 is constant (unchangeable) without changing the ease with which a game ball can enter. When the game balls enter the first starting port 11, a predetermined number (for example, four) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. In addition, the game ball entering the first starting hole 11 is discharged to the outside of the game area 6 as it is.

A warp portion 61w is formed from the left side of the center decorative body 61 to the lower end thereof, through which a game ball is passed. An entrance to the warp portion 61w is formed on the left side of the center decoration 61. As shown in FIG. The game ball entering the warp portion 61w passes through the inside of the warp portion 61w and exits from the exit. A stage 61s on which a game ball can roll is provided near the exit of the warp portion 61w and on the upper surface of the lower end portion of the center decorative body 61. As shown in FIG. At the tip of the stage 61s, a downward guiding portion 61y for guiding the game ball downward is provided. A first starting port 11 is provided directly below the downward guiding portion 61y.

Immediately below the first starting port 11 in the game area 6, a second starting winning device (so-called "electric chew") 12D is provided. The electric chew 12D is formed with a second starting port 12 that can be changed between a closed state in which a game ball cannot enter and an open state in which a game ball can enter. The second starting port 12 takes a closed state and an open state by an electric-tube opening/closing member 12k provided in the electric-tube 12D. That is, the second starting port 12 is opened and closed by the operation of the electric tube opening/closing member 12k.

The electric tube opening/closing member 12k is formed of a substantially L-shaped member when viewed from the front, and normally closes the second starting port 12. As shown in FIG. The electric chew opening/closing member 12k can protrude forward from a retracted state in which the front end surface is flush with the game area 6.例文帳に追加When the electric chew opening/closing member 12k protrudes forward, the electric chew opening/closing member 12k protrudes vertically to the game area 6, and the second start opening 12 is opened so that a ball can be entered. Specifically, the vertical portion erected at the left end of the horizontal portion of the electric chew opening/closing member 12k receives the game ball and guides it to the second starting port 12 from the horizontal portion.

In this way, the game ball can enter the second starting port 12 only when the electronic chew opening/closing member 12k is in the open state. When the game balls enter the second starting port 12, a predetermined number (for example, two) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. In addition, the game ball entering the second starting port 12 is discharged to the outside of the game area 6 as it is.

A gate 13 is provided on the right side of the center decorative body 61 . The gate 13 is configured to allow passage of game balls. Even if the game balls pass through the gate 13, the prize balls are not paid out. In addition, the game ball that has passed through the gate 13 flows down the game area 6 as it is.

A big winning device 14D is provided on the right side of the first starting winning device 11D in the game area 6 and downstream of the gate 13 . The big winning device 14D is formed with a big winning opening 14 that can be changed between a closed state in which a game ball cannot enter and an open state in which a game ball can enter. The big prize opening 14 takes a closed state and an open state by an AT opening/closing member 14k provided in the big prize winning device 14D. That is, the big winning opening 14 is opened and closed by the operation of the AT opening/closing member 14k.

The AT opening/closing member 14k is a movable member made of a flat plate having a substantially oblong rectangular shape when viewed from the front, and normally closes the big winning opening 14. As shown in FIG. A horizontal rotating shaft is provided at the lower end of the AT opening/closing member 14k. The AT opening/closing member 14k can be rotated approximately 90 degrees around its rotation axis so that the upper end of the AT opening/closing member 14k falls forward. When the AT opening/closing member 14k rotates, the AT opening/closing member 14k protrudes perpendicularly to the game area 6, and the big winning opening 14 is opened so that a ball can be entered.

In this way, the game ball can enter the big winning hole 14 only when the AT opening/closing member 14k is in the open state. When game balls enter the big winning hole 14, a predetermined number (one in the first embodiment) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. In addition, the game ball entering the big winning hole 14 is discharged to the outside of the game area 6 as it is.

In addition, below the big winning device 14D in the game area 6, the upper surface thereof is formed obliquely downward to the left, and a guide path 64 for guiding the game ball to the second start port 12 is formed in the game area 6 (the front surface of the game board 1). It is provided so as to protrude forward from the A game ball rolling on the upper surface of the guide path 64 can flow down toward the second starting port 12 , but basically cannot enter the first starting port 11 .

In addition, the entry of the game ball into the first start hole 11, the second start hole 12, the big prize hole 14, and the general prize hole 10, and the passage of the game ball through the gate 13 are collectively referred to as the first start hole 11, The second starting gate 12, the big prize gate 14, the general prize gate 10, and the "winning" to the gate 13 are collectively called.

By the way, the game area 6 in which game balls can flow can be divided into a left game area 6A on the left side of the center in the horizontal direction and a right game area 6B on the right side. The operation mode of the handle 72k that shoots the game ball so that the game ball flows down the left game area 6A is called "left hitting". On the other hand, the operation mode of the handle 72k that shoots the game ball so that the game ball flows down the right game area 6B is called "right hitting".

In the game area 6, the flow path through which the game ball can flow down when the game ball is shot left-handed is called a first flow path R1, and the game ball can flow down when the game ball is shot right-handed. Such a flow path is referred to as a second flow path R2. The first flow path R1 and the second flow path R2 are also configured by a large number of game nails (not shown).

A first starting port 11 and two general winning ports 10 are provided on the first flow path R1. Therefore, the player can aim to win the first starting hole 11 or the general winning hole 10 by shooting the game ball so as to flow down the first flow path R1 by hitting to the left. On the other hand, a second starting port 12, a gate 13, and a big winning port 14 are provided on the second flow path R2. Therefore, the player can aim to enter the gate 13, the second starting hole 12, or the big winning hole 14 by shooting the game ball so as to flow down the second flow path R2 by hitting to the right.

In addition, at substantially the bottom of the game area 6, there are provided two out holes 19 for discharging game balls that have been hit into the game area 6 but have not won in any of the winning holes to the outside of the game area 6. there is Also, the number of winning balls to be awarded to each winning hole can be appropriately set.

Next, the board effect unit EU attached to the back surface of the game board 1 will be described. The board effect unit EU is a unitization of a plurality of devices that mainly perform effects. An image display device 50 and a board moving device 55 are attached to the board effect unit EU.

The image display device 50 is composed of a 20-inch 3D liquid crystal display, and has a display section 50a capable of displaying a 3D image. The image display device 50 is arranged several centimeters behind the game board 1 .

The board movable device 55 includes an operable board movable body 55k. The board movable body 55k has a laterally long plate-shaped elevating member 55k2 maintained in a horizontal state, and a substantially elliptical rotating member 55k1 provided in the center of the elevating member 55k2 in the left-right direction. The board movable body 55 k is arranged between the game board 1 and the image display device 50 . The movable board body 55k is arranged at the initial position, and in the standby state, the lower end portion of the movable board body 55k, specifically the lower end portion of the rotating member 55k1, is slightly downward from the upper end of the opening 1A of the game board 1. positioned. That is, the board movable body 55k is arranged so that only a portion of the lower end portion of the rotating member 55k1 is visible to the player in the standby state, and the majority thereof is invisible (see FIG. 3A).

Then, the board movable body 55k can be lowered as a whole from the initial position to a predetermined operating position, and can be raised from the operating position to return to the initial position (see FIG. 3(B)). The predetermined operating position is a position where the board movable body 55k is positioned substantially in the center of the opening 1A when viewed from the front. Here, the predetermined working position can be appropriately set, and whether the board movable body 55k is positioned above or below the approximate center of the opening 1A in a front view. good.

In addition, the rotating member 55k1 can rotate clockwise and counterclockwise in front view about a rotating shaft formed in the front-rear direction at its center (see FIG. 3(C)). The rotary motion of the rotating member 55k1 can be executed when the plate movable body 55k moves from the standby position to the operating position, when it is held at the operating position, and when it moves from the operating position to the standby position.

It should be noted that the positions and numbers of members and devices provided in the game board unit YU can be appropriately changed within a range that does not interfere with the game.

Next, the display devices 8 arranged on the right side of the vertical center of the game area 6 formed on the front surface of the game board 1 (parts other than the game area 6) will be described. As shown in FIG. 4, the display device 8 includes a special symbol 1 indicator 81a that variably displays the first special symbol (hereinafter referred to as "special symbol 1"), a second special symbol (hereinafter referred to as "special symbol 2 ) is variably displayed, and a normal pattern display 82 that variably displays a normal pattern (hereinafter referred to as "normal pattern") is included. In addition, the display device 8 includes a special figure 1 reservation indicator 83a that displays the special figure 1 reservation number described later, and a special figure 2 reservation indicator 83b that displays the special figure 2 reservation number described later. .

The variable display of the special figure 1 is executed when the special figure 1 lottery triggered by the winning of the game ball to the first starting port 11 is performed. Also, the variable display of the special figure 2 is executed when the special figure 2 lottery triggered by the winning of the game ball to the second starting port 12 is performed. The special figure 1 lottery and the special figure 2 lottery will be described later. In the following description, the special figure 1 and special figure 2 are collectively referred to as "special figure", and the special figure 1 lottery and special figure 2 lottery are collectively referred to as "special figure lottery". Also, the special figure 1 indicator 81a and the special figure 2 indicator 81b are collectively referred to as "special figure indicator 81". Furthermore, the special figure 1 reservation indicator 83a and the special figure 2 reservation indicator 83b are collectively referred to as "special figure reservation indicator 83".

The variable display of the special figure notifies the result of the special figure lottery. In the variable display of the special figure, it is stopped and displayed after the special figure is variably displayed. The stop-displayed special figure (stopped special figure) is identification information representing the result of the special figure lottery derived as the display result of the variable display. When the stop-displayed special figure is a predetermined specific special figure, a big winning game with the opening of the big winning opening 14 is performed.

The special figure 1 indicator 81a and the special figure 2 indicator 81b are each composed of eight LEDs arranged side by side. The lighting mode of the special figure 1 indicator 81a and the special figure 2 indicator 81b represents the special figure according to the result of the special figure lottery, that is, the result of the special figure lottery. For example, if the result of the special lottery is a jackpot, the final result will be "□□■■□□■■" (□: lights up, ■: lights out) to the 1st, 2nd, 5th, and 6th from the left. An LED lights up. This lighting mode is a jackpot pattern and represents a jackpot. Also, when the result of the special drawing lottery is a loss, only the rightmost LED is finally lit up like "■■■■■■■□". This lighting mode is a lost pattern and represents a failure. In addition, the lighting mode of the LED corresponding to the result of the special drawing lottery is not limited, and can be set as appropriate. Therefore, for example, all the LEDs may be extinguished as a lost pattern.

In addition, in the variable display of the special figure, the variable display of the special figure is performed over a predetermined variation time before the special figure is stopped and displayed. The aspect of the variable display of the special figure is, for example, the aspect in which each LED is lit so that the light flows repeatedly from left to right. Note that the mode of the variable display is not particularly limited, and may be appropriately set such that all the LEDs blink all at once unless each LED is stopped (lighted up in a specific mode).

By the way, in the pachinko game machine PY, even if a game ball enters the first starting port 11 or the second starting port 12, the special figure lottery and the variable display of the special figure may not be performed immediately. Specifically, it is a case where the game ball enters the first start port 11 or the second start port 12 during the execution of the variable display of the special figure or during the execution of the jackpot game. In this case, the special figure lottery and the variable display of the special figure are suspended based on the winning prize. This suspended special figure lottery and variable display of the special figure are referred to as "special figure reservation".

For the special figure reservation, the special figure 1 lottery reserved based on the winning to the first start opening 11, and the "special figure 1 reservation" representing the variable display of the special figure 1, and the winning to the second start opening 12 There is a special figure 2 lottery reserved based on, and a "special figure 2 reservation" representing a variable display of the special figure 2. And, the special figure 1 reservation indicator 83a displays the number of special figure 1 reservations, that is, the number of reserved special figure 1 lottery and special figure 1 variable display. On the other hand, the special figure 2 reservation display 83b displays the number of special figure 2 reservations, that is, the number of reserved special figure 2 lotteries and the number of special figure 2 variable displays.

It is also possible to set or not set the upper limit to the number of special figure 1 reservations and the number of special figure 2 reservations. Also, when providing an upper limit to the number of special figure 1 reservation and the number of special figure 2 reservation, the number of special figure 1 reservation and the number of special figure 2 reservation may be the same or different. In addition, in the basic embodiment, it is assumed that the upper limit of the number of special figure 1 reservations and the number of special figure 2 reservations is set to "4".

Each of the special figure 1 pending indicator 83a and the special figure 2 pending indicator 83b is composed of four LEDs, and by lighting the LEDs by the number of special figure 1 pending and special figure 2 pending Display the number of FIG. 1 pending and special figure 2 pending. In the following, the number of special figure 1 reservations is called "special figure 1 reservation number (U1)", and the number of special figure 2 reservations is called "special figure 2 reservation number (U2)". In addition, "special figure 1 reservation number" and "special figure 2 reservation number" are collectively referred to as "special figure reservation number". Furthermore, "special figure 1 reservation indicator 83a" and "special figure 2 reservation indicator 83b" are collectively referred to as "special figure reservation indicator 83".

In addition, the variable display of the general pattern is executed when the general pattern lottery triggered by the winning of the game ball to the gate 13 is performed. Then, the variable display of the general pattern informs the result of the general pattern lottery. In the variable display of the normal map, after the normal map is displayed variably, the display is stopped. The stopped normal map (stop normal map) is identification information representing the result of the normal map lottery derived as the display result of the variable display. When the stop-displayed normal pattern is a predetermined specific normal pattern, an auxiliary game with opening of the second starting port 12 is performed.

The normal figure display 82 is composed of, for example, two LEDs. The lighting mode of the general pattern indicator 82 represents the general pattern corresponding to the result of the general pattern lottery, that is, the result of the general pattern lottery. When the result of the normal drawing lottery is a hit, both LEDs are finally lit like "□□" (□: lighting, ▪: lighting off). This lighting mode is a winning pattern and represents a winning. In addition, when the result of the normal drawing lottery is a loss, only the right LED is finally lit like "■□". This lighting mode is a lost pattern and represents a failure. In addition, the lighting mode of the LED corresponding to the result of the normal drawing lottery is not limited, and can be set as appropriate. For example, a mode in which all the LEDs are extinguished may be adopted as a lost pattern.

In addition, before the normal map is stop-displayed, the normal map is displayed with fluctuation for a predetermined fluctuation time. In the basic embodiment, the variable display mode of the normal map is a mode in which both LEDs are lit alternately. In addition, the aspect of the variable display of the normal figure is not particularly limited, and if each LED is not displayed stopped (lighting display in a specific aspect), all LEDs may be set as appropriate, such as blinking all at once .

2. Electrical Configuration of Gaming Machine Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine PY will be described with reference to FIGS. 5 to 7. FIG. As shown in FIG. 5, on the back side of the pachinko game machine PY, there is a game control board 100 for performing control (progress of the game) related to a game in which a game profit can be obtained. Power is supplied to the performance control board 120 for controlling the performance, the image control board 140 for controlling the image, the payout control board 170 for controlling the payout of the game balls, and each board 100, 120, 140, 170. A power supply board 190 is attached.

A power switch 191 is connected to the power board 190 . ON/OFF operation of the power switch 191 switches on/off of the power supply.

As shown in FIG. 6, the game control board 100 is mounted with a game control one-chip microcomputer (hereinafter referred to as "game control microcomputer") 101 for controlling the progress of the game of the pachinko game machine PY according to a program. Therefore, the game control board 100 can be positioned as a game control unit that controls the game. It should be noted that games that can obtain game profits to be controlled by the game control board 100 include special figure lottery, variable display of special figure, jackpot game, setting of game state to be described later, normal figure lottery, and variable display of general figure. , Auxiliary games, etc.

The game control microcomputer 101 includes a game ROM (Read Only Memory) 103 that stores programs, tables, etc. for controlling the progress of the game, a game RAM (Random Access Memory) 104 that is used as a work memory, and a game memory. A game CPU (Central Processing Unit) 102 for executing a program stored in a ROM 103 is included.

The game ROM 103 stores a program for performing game control main processing, game control side timer interrupt processing, and the like, which will be described later. In addition, the game ROM 103 includes a jackpot determination table, a jackpot pattern type determination table, a reach determination table, a special figure variation pattern determination table, a look-ahead determination table, a jackpot game control table, a game state setting table, a hit determination table, an auxiliary A game control table and the like are stored. Note that the game ROM 103 may be externally attached.

Further, the game RAM 104 is provided with a special figure reservation storage unit 105 . Here, the special figure reservation storage unit 105 will be described. As described above, when there is a prize to the first start port 11 or the second start port 12 of the game ball, a special figure reservation can occur, but if a special figure reservation is possible, that is, the number of special figure reservations When the upper limit has not been reached, based on this winning prize, judgment information consisting of various random numbers for performing a special lottery or the like is acquired. And this determination information is temporarily stored in the special figure reservation storage unit 105 as special figure reservation. In the following, the determination information acquired by winning the first starting port 11 of the game ball is referred to as "special figure 1 related determination information", and is acquired by winning the second starting port 12 of the game ball. The determination information that is to be referred to as "special figure 2 related determination information". Also, the special figure 1 related determination information and the special figure 2 related determination information are collectively referred to as "special figure related determination information".

Then, the special figure 1 related determination information is stored in the special figure 1 reservation storage unit 105a in the special figure reservation storage unit 105 as the special figure 1 reservation. On the other hand, the special figure 2 related determination information is stored in the special figure 2 reservation storage unit 105b in the special figure reservation storage unit 105 as the special figure 2 reservation. The number of special figure 1 related determination information that can be stored in the special figure 1 reservation storage unit 105a, that is, the upper limit value of the number of special figure 1 reservations is set to "4". Also, the number of special figure 2 related determination information that can be stored in the special figure 2 reservation storage unit 105b, that is, the upper limit value of the number of special figure 2 reservations is set to "4".

Various sensors and solenoids are connected to the game control board 100 via a predetermined relay board (not shown). Therefore, signals output from various sensors are input to the game control board 100 . In addition, the game control board 100 outputs signals to various actuators.

Various sensors connected to the game control board 100 include a general winning opening sensor 10a, a first starting opening sensor 11a, a second starting opening sensor 12a, a gate sensor 13a, and a large winning opening sensor 14a. .

The general winning hole sensor 10 a detects a game ball that has entered the general winning hole 10 . The first starting hole sensor 11 a detects a game ball that has entered the first starting hole 11 . The second starting hole sensor 12 a detects a game ball that has entered the second starting hole 12 . The gate sensor 13 a detects a game ball that has passed through the gate 13 . The big winning hole sensor 14 a detects a game ball that has entered the big winning hole 14 .

In addition, various actuators connected to the game control board 100 include an electric chew solenoid 12s and an AT solenoid 14s. The electric chew solenoid 12s drives the electric chew opening/closing member 12k of the electric chew 12D. The AT solenoid 14s drives the AT opening/closing member 14k of the big winning device 14D.

It should be noted that the type and number of sensors connected to the game control board 100 can be appropriately changed within a range that does not interfere with the game. Also, the type and number of actuators connected to the game control board 100 can be appropriately changed within a range that does not interfere with the game.

Furthermore, the game control board 100 is connected with the display devices 8 (a special figure display device 81, a normal figure display device 82, and a special figure reservation display device 83). Display control of these display devices 8 is performed by a game control microcomputer 101 .

The game control board 100 transmits various commands to the payout control board 170 and receives signals from the payout control board 170 for payout monitoring. The card unit CU and the payout device 73 are connected to the payout control board 170, and the ejection device 72 is also connected. The card unit CU is installed adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine PY, and is a device that enables ball lending based on information such as the inserted prepaid card.

The payout control board 170 drives the payout motor 73m of the payout device 73 based on the signal from the game control microcomputer 101 and the signal from the connected card unit CU to pay out prize balls and rental balls. The paid-out prize balls and rental balls are detected by a pay-out sensor 73a for counting them.

A shooting device 72 is a device for shooting game balls. A handle 72k is included in the shooting device 72 and constitutes an operating section or an input section that receives an operation for causing the shooting device 72 to shoot a game ball. The handle 72k is provided with a touch switch 72a capable of detecting contact with the handle 72k by a person such as a player. When the player operates the handle 72k, the touch switch 72a detects the player's contact with the handle 72k and outputs a detection signal to the payout control board 170 via the launch control circuit 175.

Further, the handle 72k is connected to a firing volume knob 72b capable of detecting the rotation angle (operation amount) of the handle 72k. The shooting device 72 drives the shooting motor 72m so that the game ball is shot with a strength corresponding to the rotation angle of the handle 72k detected by the shooting volume knob 72b. In addition, in the pachinko game machine PY, one game ball is shot about every 0.6 seconds while the rotation operation to the handle 72k is maintained.

In addition, the game control board 100 transmits various commands including information on the game to the effect control board 120 according to the progress of the game. Based on various commands sent from the game control board 100 , the effect control board 120 can grasp the progress of the game (game control content) by the game control board 100 .

In addition, the connection between the game control board 100 and the effect control board 120 is a unidirectional communication connection in which only transmission of signals from the game control board 100 to the effect control board 120 is possible. That is, between the game control board 100 and the effect control board 120, a unidirectional circuit (for example, a circuit using a diode) is interposed as communication direction control means (not shown).

As shown in FIG. 7, the effect control board 120 is mounted with a one-chip microcomputer for effect control (hereinafter "effect control microcomputer") 121 for controlling the effect of the pachinko game machine PY according to a program. The performance control board 120 can be positioned as a performance control section that controls the performance together with the image control board 140, the audio control circuit 161, and the sub-drive board 162, which will be described later. However, the effect control unit includes at least the effect control board 120, and uses the effect device (image display device 50, speaker 52, frame lamp 53, and board movable body 55k, etc.) for game effects, customer waiting effects, and operation promotion. It is sufficient if the performance and the like can be controlled.

The effects to be controlled by the effect control board 120 include game effects (special figure fluctuation effects, pending effects, jackpot game effects, etc.), customer waiting effects, and operations of the first effect button 40k and the second effect button 41k. It includes an operation prompting effect that prompts an operation during a valid period (operation valid period).

The performance control microcomputer 121 includes a performance ROM 123 that stores programs and the like for controlling performance with the progress of the game by the game control board 100, a performance RAM 124 that is used as a work memory, and a performance ROM 123. A performance CPU 122 for executing the program is included.

The effect ROM 123 stores programs for effect control main processing, reception interrupt processing, 1 ms timer interrupt processing, 10 ms timer interrupt processing, and the like, which will be described later. Note that the performance ROM 123 may be externally attached.

The effect RAM 124 includes a starting winning command reserve storage unit 125 for storing a starting winning command to be described later, a symbol designation command storage unit 126 for storing a symbol designation command to be described later, and a special figure fluctuation start command to be described later. A variation start command storage unit 127 is provided.

An image control board 140 is connected to the performance control board 120 . The effect control microcomputer 121 of the effect control board 120 controls the display of the image display device 50 on the image control board 140 based on the command received from the game control board 100, that is, according to the progress of the game by the game control board 100. to do Incidentally, the connection between the effect control board 120 and the image control board 140 allows both transmission of signals from the effect control board 120 to the image control board 140 and transmission of signals from the image control board 140 to the effect control board 120. two-way communication connection.

The image control board 140 includes an image ROM 142 storing programs for image control, an image RAM 143 used as a work memory, and an image CPU 141 for executing the programs stored in the image ROM 142. . The image control board 140 also includes a CGROM (Character Generator Read Only Memory) 145 storing image data to be displayed on the image display device 50 and a VRAM (Video Random Access Memory) 146 and VDP (Video Display Processor) 144 . All or part of these electronic components may be configured in one chip.

The CGROM 145 stores, for example, image data (still image data and moving image data, specifically characters, items, patterns, figures, characters, numbers, symbols, etc.) for displaying images to be displayed on the image display device 50. (including patterns) and image data such as background images) are stored.

The VDP 144 reads the image data from the CGROM 145 and develops it in the development area in the VRAM 146 according to the display list created by the image CPU 141 based on the command from the effect control microcomputer 121 . Then, the developed image data are appropriately synthesized and an image is drawn in the frame buffer in the VRAM 146 . Then, the image drawn in the frame buffer is output to the image display device 50 as RGB signals. As a result, various effect images are displayed on the display section 50a.

Note that the display list is composed of a command group for instructing execution of drawing on a frame-by-frame basis. The display list contains information on various parameters such as the type of image to be drawn, the position to draw the image, the order of priority of display, the display magnification, and the transmittance of the image.

In addition, the effect control microcomputer 121 is based on the command received from the game control board 100, that is, in accordance with the progress of the game by the game control board 100, through the voice control circuit 161 from the speaker 52 voice, music, and Outputs sound effects, etc.

Sound data such as sound output from the speaker 52 is stored in the effect ROM 123 of the effect control board 120 . Note that the audio control circuit 161 may be configured by a substrate and a CPU may be mounted thereon. In this case, the CPU may be caused to execute voice control. Furthermore, in this case, a ROM may be mounted on the board and the voice data may be stored in the ROM. Alternatively, the speaker 52 may be connected to the image control board 140 to cause the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 to perform voice control. Furthermore, in this case, the audio data may be stored in the image ROM 142 of the image control board 140 .

Also, the performance control board 120 is connected to various sensors serving as input units and various actuators serving as drive sources via a predetermined relay board (not shown). Signals output from various sensors are input to the effect control board 120 . In addition, the effect control board 120 outputs signals to various actuators.

Various switches connected to the effect control board 120 include a first effect button sensor 40a and a second effect button sensor 41a. The first effect button sensor 40a detects that the first effect button 40k is pressed. The second effect button sensor 41a detects that the second effect button 41k is pressed. The 1st production|presentation button sensor 40a and the 2nd production|presentation button sensor 41a will output the signal according to the content of the detection to the production|presentation control board 120, if it detects that each was operated.

The type and number of switches connected to the effect control board 120 can be appropriately changed within a range that does not interfere with the game. Also, the type and number of actuators connected to the effect control board 120 can be appropriately changed within a range that does not interfere with the game.

Various actuators connected to the effect control board 120 include a board movable body rotation motor 55m1 and a board movable body lifting motor 55m2. The disk movable body rotation motor 55m1 can drive the rotating member 55k1 to rotate the rotating member 55k1. The movable board body lifting motor 55m2 can lift or lower the lifting member 55k2. Specifically, the effect control microcomputer 121 creates operation pattern data that determines the operation mode of the rotating member 55k1 and the lifting member 55k2, and controls the operation of the rotating member 55k1 and the lifting member 55k2 via the sub-drive board 162. .

In addition, hereinafter, the operation of the "rotating member 55k1 and the lifting member 55k2" may be collectively referred to as the "operation of the movable board 55k". Further, rotating the rotating member 55k1 and lowering or raising the lifting member 55k2 are also referred to as "rotating, lowering, or raising the board movable body 55k."

In addition, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs lighting control of the frame lamp 53 and the like via the sub-drive board 162 based on commands received from the game control board 100 and the like. Specifically, the production control microcomputer 121 creates light emission pattern data (data for deciding on/off and emission color, also referred to as lamp data) that determines the light emission mode of the frame lamp 53, and controls the frame lamp 53 according to the light emission pattern data. Control light emission. In addition, the data stored in ROM123 for production|presentation of the production|presentation control board 120 is used for preparation of light emission pattern data.

It should be noted that the CPU may be mounted on the sub-drive board 162 formed of a board. In this case, the CPU may be caused to control the lighting of the frame lamp 53 and the like, and control the operation of the board movable body 55k. Furthermore, in this case, a ROM may be mounted on the substrate, and data relating to light emission patterns and operation patterns may be stored in the ROM.

3. Principal Games Performed by Gaming Machine Next, the principal games performed by the pachinko gaming machine PY will be described with reference to FIGS. 8 to 15. FIG.

3-1. Games Related to Universal Figures First, games related to universal charts will be described. The pachinko game machine PY can execute a normal pattern lottery when the launched game ball passes through the gate 13. - 特許庁When the general pattern lottery is performed, the general pattern display device 82 performs variable display of the general pattern (stop display after performing variable display). Here, the normal symbols to be stopped and displayed include winning symbols and losing symbols. In addition, the losing pattern of the normal figure is also called "losing universal figure" in order to distinguish it from the special figure's losing pattern, which will be described later.

When the winning symbols are stopped and displayed, the auxiliary game is executed, and the game related to the passage of the gate 13 ends. On the other hand, when the losing normal figure is stopped and displayed, the auxiliary game is not performed, and the game related to passing through the gate 13 ends. Also, in the following, when the variable display of the normal pattern or the auxiliary game is not performed, the game ball passing through the gate 13 is referred to as "establishment of the normal pattern fluctuation start condition".

The pachinko game machine PY performs a series of games such as the variable display of the normal pattern and the auxiliary game based on the establishment of the normal pattern fluctuation start condition, the acquisition of the general pattern related determination information and the general pattern lottery. can be done. As shown in FIG. 8A, normal pattern random numbers are included in the general pattern related determination information to be acquired. The normal symbol random number is a random number (determination information) for performing a hit determination. Each random number is appropriately bounded.

3-1-1. Hit Judgment Hit judgment is a judgment for determining whether or not there is a hit (whether or not an auxiliary game is executed) using a hit judgment table as shown in FIG. 9(A), for example. The hit determination table can be associated with a game state, which will be described later. When associated with the game state, the hit determination table includes a hit determination table used in the non-time-saving state (non-time-saving hit determination table) and a hit determination table used in the time-saving state (time-saving hit determination table).

In each hit determination table, the determination value of the normal symbol random number (normal symbol random number determination value) is appropriately distributed to hit and lose, which are the results of the hit determination. Therefore, the pachinko game machine PY collates the acquired normal symbol random numbers with the hit determination table, and performs hit determination as to whether it is a hit or a miss. If the result of the hit determination is hit, the hit pattern is stopped and displayed in the variable display of the normal pattern. On the other hand, if the result of the hit determination is a loss, the lost normal figure is stopped and displayed in variable display of the normal figure. It should be noted that the winning probability can be changed as appropriate.

3-1-2. Normal pattern fluctuation pattern determination/normal pattern variable display Normal pattern fluctuation pattern determination is a determination for determining a normal pattern fluctuation pattern using a normal pattern fluctuation pattern determination table such as shown in FIG. 9(B), for example. The normal pattern fluctuation pattern is identification information related to predetermined matters related to the variable display of the normal pattern, such as the normal pattern fluctuation time.

The normal figure fluctuation pattern determination table can be associated with the game state (non-time saving state/time saving state). When associated with the game state (non-time saving state / time saving state), the normal figure fluctuation pattern determination table (non-time saving normal figure fluctuation pattern determination table) used in the non-time saving state and the time saving There is a normal pattern fluctuation pattern determination table (shorter normal pattern fluctuation pattern determination table) used when in the state.

In each normal pattern fluctuation pattern determination table, one normal pattern fluctuation pattern, which is the result of the normal pattern fluctuation pattern determination, is stored for each normal pattern to be stopped. That is, the pachinko game machine PY can vary the normal figure fluctuation time between the non-time saving state and the time saving state. For example, in a non-time-saving state, for the variable display of the normal figure when stopping the normal figure (losing normal figure), the normal figure fluctuation time is 30 seconds. For the variable display of the normal pattern in the case of stop display, a normal pattern fluctuation pattern with a normal pattern fluctuation time of 30 seconds is determined. In addition, in the time-saving state, the variable display of the normal pattern when the losing normal pattern is stopped is determined to be a normal pattern with a normal pattern fluctuation time of 5 seconds, and the normal pattern when the winning pattern is stopped and displayed. For the variable display of , it is determined to be a normal pattern fluctuation pattern with a normal pattern fluctuation time of 5 seconds. In addition, it is possible to appropriately change these normal pattern fluctuation times.

Then, the variable display of the normal pattern fluctuation time associated with the normal pattern fluctuation pattern determined by the normal pattern fluctuation pattern determination is performed by the normal pattern display device 82 . In this way, by performing the hit determination and the normal pattern fluctuation pattern determination, the normal pattern display device 82 performs variable display of the normal pattern.

3-1-3. Auxiliary game Auxiliary game is a variable display of the general pattern, and as a display result (the result of the general pattern lottery), it is executed when the winning design is stopped and displayed (derived). In the auxiliary game, the electric chew 12D is opened

Elements constituting the auxiliary game (auxiliary game components) include various elements such as the number of times the electric chew 12D is opened and the opening time for each opening. The pachinko game machine PY controls an auxiliary game using an auxiliary game control table. Auxiliary game components are stored in the auxiliary game control table. For example, as shown in FIG. 9(C), it is possible to associate the game state (non-time saving state/time saving state) with the auxiliary game control table. That is, it is possible to associate the auxiliary game component with the game state (non-time saving state/time saving state). It should be noted that the specific contents of each element such as the number of times of opening and the opening time can be changed as appropriate.

The pachinko game machine PY can vary the opening time of the electric chew 12D between the auxiliary game in the non-time saving state and the auxiliary game in the time saving state. For example, in the auxiliary game in the non-time-saving state, the electric chew 12D is opened only for the first opening time during which it is difficult to win the game balls such as 0.2 seconds. On the other hand, in the auxiliary game in the time saving state, for example, it is longer than the first opening time, such as opening twice for 2.5 seconds with an interval (closed) of 1.0 seconds, and the game ball wins the electric chew 12D. The electric tube 12D is opened only for a second opening time that is easy to set.

In addition, below, the auxiliary game in the non-time saving state is also referred to as "short opening auxiliary game". On the other hand, the auxiliary game in the time saving state is also called "long opening auxiliary game". In addition, the opening time in each auxiliary game is the total time in that auxiliary game. It may be configured as follows.

3-2. Games Related to Special Figures Next, games related to special figures will be described. The pachinko game machine PY can execute the special figure 1 lottery when the launched game ball wins the first start hole 11.例文帳に追加When the special figure 1 lottery is performed, the special figure 1 variable display (stopped display after performing the variable display) is performed on the special figure 1 display device 81a to notify the result of the special figure 1 lottery. Here, the stop-displayed special figure 1 includes a big winning pattern and a losing pattern. That is, the results of the special figure 1 lottery include a big hit and a loss.

When the jackpot symbols are stop-displayed, the jackpot game is executed, a new game state is set, and the game based on the winning is finished. Further, when the losing symbol is stopped and displayed, the game based on the winning is terminated without the big winning game being played.

Similarly, the pachinko gaming machine PY can execute the special figure 2 lottery when the launched game ball wins the second start hole 12.例文帳に追加When the special figure 2 lottery is performed, the special figure 2 variable display (stop display after performing the variable display) is performed in the special figure 2 display device 81b to notify the result of the special figure 2 lottery. Here, the stop-displayed special figure 2 includes a big hit pattern and a losing pattern. That is, the results of the special figure 2 lottery include a big hit and a loss.

When the jackpot symbols are stop-displayed, the jackpot game is executed, a new game state is set, and the game based on the winning is finished. Furthermore, when the losing symbol is stopped and displayed, the big winning game is not performed, and the game based on the winning is finished.

Further, hereinafter, the winning of the game ball in the first starting port 11 is referred to as "establishment of the first starting condition", and the winning of the game ball in the second starting port 12 is referred to as "establishment of the second starting condition". It says. Also, "satisfaction of the first starting condition" and "satisfaction of the second starting condition" are collectively referred to as "satisfaction of the starting condition". In addition, the special design losing pattern is also called "loss special pattern" in order to distinguish it from the above-mentioned normal pattern losing pattern.

The pachinko game machine PY carries out a series of games such as variable display of special figures and jackpot games based on acquisition of special figure-related determination information and performing special figure lottery when starting conditions are met. And, in order to perform the variable display of the special figure, various determinations are made for the special figure related determination information. As shown in FIG. 8B, the special figure related determination information to be acquired includes a special symbol random number, a jackpot symbol type random number, a reach random number and a special figure variation pattern random number.

The special symbol random number is a random number (determination information) for judging the jackpot. The jackpot symbol type random number is a random number (determination information) for judging the jackpot symbol type. The reach random number is a random number (determination information) for performing reach determination. The special figure variation pattern random number is a random number (determination information) for determining the variation pattern of the special symbol. Each random number is appropriately bounded. Next, each determination performed using the special figure-related determination information will be described.

3-2-1. Jackpot Judgment Jackpot judgment uses a jackpot judgment table to determine whether it is a jackpot (whether or not a jackpot game is executed), in other words, whether it is a jackpot or a loss. For example, as shown in FIG. 10A, the jackpot determination table can be provided in association with the later-described game state. Specifically, the jackpot determination table includes a jackpot determination table used in a normal probability state described later (hereinafter referred to as a "normal probability jackpot determination table") and a jackpot determination table used in a high probability state described later (hereinafter , "High Probability Jackpot Judgment Table").

In each jackpot determination table associated with the game state, the jackpot, which is the result of the jackpot determination, and the loss, the determination value of the special symbol random number (special symbol random number determination value) is distributed. The pachinko game machine PY collates the acquired special symbol random number with a jackpot determination table associated with the game state to determine whether it is a jackpot or a loss. As shown in FIG. 10(A), the high-probability jackpot determination table has more special symbol random number determination values that are determined to be a jackpot than the normal-probability jackpot determination table.

In addition, it is possible to appropriately change how to distribute the special symbol random number determination value for the determination result of the jackpot probability and various jackpot determinations.

3-2-2. Jackpot pattern type determination Jackpot pattern type determination determines the jackpot pattern type (jackpot pattern type) using a jackpot pattern type determination table as shown in FIG. It is to be. It is possible to associate the type of the jackpot symbol with the content of the jackpot, in other words, the components of the jackpot (contents advantageous to the player) composed of the game benefits given to the player.

In the jackpot symbol type determination table, the types of special symbols that are variably displayed (special figure 1/special figure 2), in other words, the winning caused by the jackpot symbol type determination (the jackpot symbol type determination is generated) is performed. It is associated with the type of starting port (first starting port 11/second starting port 12). That is, in the jackpot symbol type determination table, the jackpot symbol type determination table (first jackpot symbol type determination table) used when performing variable display of special figure 1 and the jackpot used when performing variable display of special figure 2 There is a symbol type determination table (second jackpot symbol type determination table).

A plurality of types of jackpot symbols can be set. In each jackpot symbol type determination table, a jackpot symbol type random number determination value (jackpot symbol type random number determination value) is assigned to the jackpot symbol type that is the result of the jackpot symbol type determination. Therefore, the pachinko gaming machine PY collates the acquired jackpot design type random number with the jackpot design type determination table to determine the type of the jackpot design. In the first jackpot symbol type determination table and the second jackpot symbol type determination table, the jackpot symbol type random number determination value is appropriately distributed to various jackpot symbols.

The type of the special figure 1 jackpot pattern and the special figure 2 jackpot pattern can be set as appropriate, but for example, like the jackpot pattern type determination table shown in FIG. As a result, three types of jackpot patterns, jackpot pattern A, jackpot pattern B, and jackpot pattern C, are provided. can be provided. Then, like the jackpot symbol type determination table shown in FIG. 10B, in the first jackpot symbol type determination table and the second jackpot symbol type determination table, the jackpot symbol type random number determination value is appropriately distributed to various jackpot symbols. ing. In addition, it is possible to appropriately change the distribution rate of the jackpot symbol type. Also, the types of jackpot symbols can be increased or decreased as appropriate.

3-2-3. Reach determination Reach determination is, for example, when the result of the big hit determination is a loss, using a reach determination table as shown in FIG. to decide.

The reach determination table can be associated with the game state (non-time saving state/time saving state). When associated with the gaming state, for example, the reach determination table includes a reach determination table (non-time-saving reach determination table) used in the non-time-saving state, and a reach determination table (time-saving reach) used in the time-saving state. decision table).

In each reach determination table, the reach random number determination value (reach random number determination value) is divided into "with reach (generate reach)" and "without reach (not generate reach)", which is the result of reach determination. there is Therefore, the pachinko game machine PY collates the acquired reach random number with the reach determination table, and determines whether there is reach or not (whether or not reach is generated).

As shown in FIG. 10 (C), the number of reach random number determination values determined to be "with reach (generate reach)" can be different between the reach determination table for non-time saving and the reach determination table for time saving. It is possible. In the following, the result of the reach judgment performed on the premise that the result of the jackpot judgment is "losing" is called "with reach (generating reach)" is called "losing with reach", and "no reach ( It does not generate reach)” is sometimes called “no reach”. In addition, "losing without reach" is sometimes referred to as "losing", and "losing with reach" is sometimes referred to as "losing reach".

3-2-4. Special Figure Variation Pattern Judgment In the special figure fluctuation pattern judgment, regardless of whether the result of the jackpot judgment is a big hit or a loss, for example, a special symbol fluctuation pattern judgment table (special figure fluctuation pattern Judgment table) is used to determine the variation pattern (special figure variation pattern) of the variable display of the special figure.

The special figure fluctuation pattern is identification information for identifying predetermined matters related to the special figure fluctuation time, the so-called "scale", and the production flow (production content) of the special figure fluctuation production described later. It should be noted that the special figure fluctuation pattern, in addition to the special figure fluctuation time and the production flow of the special figure fluctuation production (production contents), it is also possible to include identification information regarding the result of the big hit determination and the result of the reach determination. In addition, it is possible to appropriately change the type and number of special figure variation patterns.

The special figure variation pattern determination table is the type of special symbol that performs variable display to be determined (special figure 1 / special figure 2), in other words, the starting opening where the winning caused by the special figure variation pattern determination was performed It is possible to associate with the type (first starting port 11/second starting port 12). That is, in the special figure variation pattern determination table, the special figure variation pattern determination table (special figure 1 variation pattern determination table: FIG. 11) used when performing variable display of special figure 1, and the variable display of special figure 2 There is a special figure variation pattern determination table (special figure 2 variation pattern determination table: FIG. 12) used when performing.

And each special figure fluctuation pattern determination table can be associated with the game state (non-time saving state/time saving state). Specifically, the special figure 1 variation pattern determination table is used when the special figure 1 variation pattern determination table (special figure 1 variation pattern determination table for non-time saving) and the time saving state used in the non-time saving state There is a special figure 1 variation pattern determination table (time saving special figure 1 variation pattern determination table). On the other hand, the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table is also used when the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table (special figure 2 variation pattern determination table for non-time saving) used in the non-time saving state and the time saving state There is a special figure 2 variation pattern determination table (time saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table).

In addition, each special figure variation pattern determination table associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state) can be further associated with the jackpot determination result and the reach determination result. That is, the non-time-saving special figure 1 variation pattern determination table and the time-saving special figure 1 variation pattern determination table each have a big hit, a loss with reach, and a loss without reach. Similarly, the non-time-saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table and the time-saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table each have a big hit, a loss with reach, and a loss without reach.

Furthermore, the special figure 1 variation pattern determination table for each reach no loss associated with the gaming state can also be associated with the special figure 1 pending number. For example, the special figure 1 variation pattern determination table for reach no loss used when the special figure 1 reservation number (U1) is 0 to 2, and the special figure 1 reservation number (U1) is used when it is 3 to 4 There is a special figure 1 variation pattern determination table for reachless loss. Similarly, the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table for each reach no loss associated with the gaming state can also be associated with the number of special figure 2 reservations. Specifically, when the special figure 2 reservation number (U2) is 0 to 2 and the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table for reachless loss used when the special figure 2 reservation number (U2) is 3 to 4 There is a special figure 2 variation pattern determination table for reachless loss used for .

And, the variation display of the special figure of the special figure variation time corresponding to the special figure variation pattern determined by each special figure variation pattern determination is performed by the special figure display device 81 . After the variable display of the special figure, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as the result of the variable special figure display (the result of the special symbol lottery), the variable display of the next special figure is not performed immediately, and the next special figure is continuously displayed. , a jackpot game is executed.

Also, each special figure variation pattern can be associated with the effect flow of the special figure variation performance as shown in the third column from the right of the table of FIGS. 11 and 12. Here, a typical production that constitutes the production flow of the special figure fluctuation production associated with the special figure fluctuation pattern will be described.

There are normal fluctuation, reach, normal reach (N reach), long reach (L reach), special reach (SP reach), and battle production as productions constituting the production flow of the special figure fluctuation production.

The normal fluctuation indicates that the stop-displayed performance symbols have started to fluctuate, and each one of the performance symbols is displayed variably at such a high speed that it is difficult to recognize, and the variable display of the special symbols has started. It is a performance to do. Then, the special figure fluctuation production related to the loss fluctuation without reach (the part from the start of the fluctuation of the production pattern to the stop of the fluctuation), and the part until the reach is established (confirmed) in the special figure fluctuation production where the reach occurs is normal fluctuation It may consist of

N reach, immediately after the reach is established (confirmed) through normal fluctuation, for example, the production pattern that constitutes the reach is temporarily stopped at that position for a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds). The production pattern slows down, and it is a production that fluctuates at a lower speed than normal fluctuation. The expectation of a big hit suggested by N reach is higher than normal variation and lower than L reach and SP reach, which will be described later. When the special figure fluctuation performance ends with N reach, the remaining one performance pattern that fluctuates at the low speed is stopped. In the case of a loss, the remaining one production pattern is stopped with a production pattern different from the production pattern constituting the ready-to-win. When the special figure fluctuation performance is not completed with N reach, the remaining one performance pattern fluctuates again at high speed, and develops (switches) from N reach to L reach and SP reach while the reach is maintained.

The L reach can be executed both when a big win is made and when a loss is made, and is an effect suggesting whether or not a big win game state will be entered, suggesting that there is a possibility of a big win game state. Furthermore, the L reach is an effect that can be executed after the N reach, for example, and is performed for a longer time than the N reach, suggesting that the expectation of the big win is higher than the N reach. Even in the L reach, the established reach is maintained, but the production pattern that constitutes the reach is reduced, and a predetermined position that does not hinder the background image more than in the case of the N reach (for example, the left production pattern EZ1 described later). At the upper left of the display section 50a, in a state where the right effect symbol EZ3 is moved to the upper right of the display section 50a, the background image is switched to the L-reach dedicated background image (the L-reach dedicated video is played). Note that in the L-reach mode, a 2DCG animation image is mainly displayed on the display section 50a. As for the content of the L reach, a video of a scene different from the game related to the SP reach, which will be described later, is displayed, such as special training for the main character to acquire a special move.

The SP reach can be executed both at the time of a big hit and at the time of a loss, and is an effect suggesting whether or not a big win game state will occur, suggesting that there is a possibility of a big win game state. Furthermore, the SP reach is an effect that can be executed after the N reach, for example, and is performed for a longer period of time than the L reach, suggesting that the expectation of the big win is higher than the L reach. Even in the SP reach, the established reach is maintained, but the production pattern that constitutes the reach is reduced, and a predetermined position that does not hinder the background image more than in the case of the N reach (for example, the left production pattern EZ1 described later). At the upper left of the display section 50a, in a state where the right effect symbol EZ3 is moved to the upper right of the display section 50a, the background image is switched to the SP reach-only background image (the SP reach-only video is played). In SP reach, a 3DCG image is mainly displayed on the display section 50a. As the effect content of the SP reach, an image of a scene in which the team to which the main character belongs and the team to which the main character's rival belongs is displayed.

A battle production|presentation is production|presentation which can be performed, for example after a reach in a time-saving state, and is production|presentation which suggests that a big-hit expectation degree is higher than normal fluctuation|variation. Even in the battle production, the established reach is maintained, but the production patterns that make up the reach are reduced and predetermined positions (upper right of)), it switches to a background image dedicated to battle production (a video dedicated to battle production flows). Also, in the battle effect, a 3DCG image is mainly displayed on the display section 50a.

In addition, in the N reach, L reach, SP reach, and the "state where the reach is maintained" in the battle production, the production patterns constituting the reach in the N reach, L reach, SP reach, and battle production are displayed on the display unit 50a. In addition to the state in which it is visible in the display unit 50a, for example, it includes a state in which the effect pattern constituting the reach is difficult or invisible for a predetermined period of time in relation to the dedicated background image. Also, the contents of normal variation, N reach, L reach, SP reach, and battle effects can be changed as appropriate. Furthermore, the production that constitutes the special figure fluctuation production is not limited to these, and can be added or reduced as appropriate.

Further, as shown in the second column from the right in the table of FIGS. 11 to 12, the special figure variation pattern can be named by associating the big hit determination result and the effect contents of the special figure variation effect. . And the special-figure variation pattern related to the big hit may be collectively referred to as "big-hit variation", and the special-figure variation pattern related to the loss may be collectively referred to as "loss variation".

In addition, regardless of the jackpot determination result, the special figure variation pattern in which SP reach is performed is "SP reach variation", the special figure variation pattern in which L reach is performed is "L reach variation", and the special figure variation in N reach The special figure variation pattern that the production ends may be collectively referred to as "N reach variation". In addition, the loss variation with reach is sometimes referred to as “loss variation with reach”, and the loss variation without reach is collectively referred to as “normal loss variation”.

3-2-5. Look-ahead determination The pachinko gaming machine PY can perform look-ahead determination using a look-ahead determination table such as that shown in FIGS. be. The look-ahead determination table includes the type of starting opening related to the starting winning (first starting opening 11 / second starting opening 12), in other words, the type of special figure variably displayed according to the starting winning (special figure 1 / special figure 2). That is, in the look-ahead determination table, the first look-ahead determination table (FIG. 13) in the case where the variable display of the special figure 1 is performed by winning the first start opening 11, and the second start opening 12 is won and the special figure There is a second look-ahead determination table (FIG. 14) for the case where 2 variable display is performed. The prefetching determination based on the first prefetching determination table is also referred to as "first prefetching determination", and the prefetching determination based on the second prefetching determination table is also referred to as "second prefetching determination".

The look-ahead determination table can also be associated with later-described game states (normal game state/high-probability high-base game state/low-probability high-base game state). That is, the lookahead determination table includes a lookahead determination table (normal game state lookahead determination table) used in the normal game state and a lookahead determination table used in the high probability high base game state (high probability high base game state look-ahead determination table) and a look-ahead determination table used in the low-probability high-base game state (low-probability high-base game state look-ahead determination table).

That is, the look-ahead determination table includes the first look-ahead determination table used in the normal game state, the first look-ahead determination table used in the high-probability high-base game state, and the first look-ahead determination table used in the low-probability high-base game state. The first look-ahead determination table used, the second look-ahead determination table used in the normal game state, the second look-ahead determination table used in the high-probability high-base game state, and the low-probability high-base game state and a second look-ahead determination table used for

In addition, by the prefetching determination using the prefetching determination table shown in FIGS. 13 and 14, the special figure variation pattern related to the variable display of the special figure performed by the winning to the starting ports 11 and 12 is specified. That is, the special figure fluctuation pattern related to the variable display of the special figure is specified as the look-ahead determination result before the variable display of the special figure based on the winning prize is performed. In the process of specifying the special figure variation pattern, the propriety of the jackpot is also specified as a look-ahead determination result.

And, the look-ahead judgment result containing the information about the special figure fluctuation pattern etc. is associated with the start winning command. As will be described later, the start winning command is transmitted to the effect control board 120 as a result of the prefetch determination along with its generation. It should be noted that it is possible to appropriately change what kind of information is specified as the prefetch determination result. For example, information on the type of jackpot symbol can also be included in the look-ahead determination result.

As described above, the special figure is variably displayed on the special figure display device 81 by performing the jackpot determination, the jackpot symbol type determination, the reach determination, and the special figure variation pattern determination. Then, in the variable display of the special symbols, when the big winning symbols are stopped and displayed as the display result (the result of the special symbol lottery), the variable display of the next special symbols is not carried out, and the big winning game is executed continuously. Next, the jackpot game will be described.

3-3. Jackpot game The jackpot game includes multiple round games with opening and closing of the big winning port 14, the opening (also referred to as OP) from the start of the jackpot game to the start of the first round game, and the final round game. It includes an ending (also referred to as ED) from the end of the round game to the end of the jackpot game. Each round begins with the end of the opening or the end of the previous round and ends with the beginning of the next round or the beginning of the ending.

In addition, it is possible not to provide OP and ED. Also, hereinafter, the predetermined number of times (predetermined order) round game is simply referred to as "round". For example, the first round game is also called "1 round (1R)", and the tenth round game is called "10 rounds (10R)".

Then, the pachinko game machine PY controls the jackpot game using the jackpot game control table. The jackpot game control table can be set for each type of jackpot symbol. That is, it is possible to associate the jackpot game with the jackpot symbol type. One type or a plurality of types of jackpot games can be set.

The jackpot game control table stores elements (jackpot game components) that constitute the jackpot game. The jackpot game components include the number of round games, the number of openings of the big winning opening 14 in each round game, the type and opening time (opening pattern) of the big winning opening to be opened, and the time to close until the next opening. (closing time), opening time (opening time), and ending time (ending time).

Then, the pachinko gaming machine PY can control a jackpot game using a jackpot game control table as shown in FIG. 15(A), for example. That is, it is possible to set the types of jackpot games and jackpot game components for each jackpot game as shown in FIG. 15(A). Here, the jackpot game set in FIG. 15(A) will be described.

In the jackpot game associated with the jackpot symbol A (hereinafter also referred to as "first jackpot game"), 10 round games are played. Then, in each round game from 1R to 10R, the big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game. In addition, there is an opening in which the closed state of the big winning opening 14 is maintained for 10.0 seconds from the start of the first jackpot game to the start of the first round game. Furthermore, there is an ending in which the big winning port 14 is kept closed for 15.0 seconds from the end of the last round game to the end of the first jackpot game.

In the jackpot game associated with the jackpot symbol B (hereinafter also referred to as "second jackpot game"), five round games are played. Then, in each round game from 1R to 5R, the big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game. In addition, there is an opening in which the closed state of the big winning opening 14 is maintained for 10.0 seconds from the start of the second jackpot game to the start of the first round game. Furthermore, there is an ending in which the big winning port 14 is kept closed for 15.0 seconds from the end of the last round game to the end of the second jackpot game.

In the jackpot game associated with the jackpot symbol C (hereinafter also referred to as "third jackpot game"), five round games are performed. Then, in each round game from 1R to 5R, the big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game. In addition, there is an opening in which the closed state of the big winning opening 14 is maintained for 10.0 seconds from the start of the third jackpot game to the start of the first round game. Furthermore, there is an ending in which the big winning port 14 is kept closed for 15.0 seconds from the end of the last round game to the end of the third jackpot game.

In the jackpot game associated with the jackpot pattern D (hereinafter also referred to as "fourth jackpot game"), ten round games are played. Then, in each round game from 1R to 10R, the big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game. In addition, there is an opening in which the closed state of the big winning opening 14 is maintained for 10.0 seconds from the start of the fourth jackpot game to the start of the first round game. Furthermore, there is an ending in which the big winning port 14 is kept closed for 15.0 seconds from the end of the last round game to the end of the fourth jackpot game.

In the jackpot game associated with the jackpot symbol E (hereinafter also referred to as "fifth jackpot game"), round games are performed six times. Then, in each round game from 1R to 6R, the big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game. In addition, there is an opening in which the closed state of the big winning opening 14 is maintained for 10.0 seconds from the start of the fifth jackpot game to the start of the first round game. Furthermore, there is an ending in which the big winning port 14 is kept closed for 15.0 seconds from the end of the last round game to the end of the fifth jackpot game.

In the jackpot game associated with the jackpot pattern F (hereinafter also referred to as "sixth jackpot game"), six round games are performed. Then, in each round game from 1R to 6R, the big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game. In addition, there is an opening in which the closed state of the big winning port 14 is maintained for 10.0 seconds from the start of the sixth jackpot game to the start of the first round game. Furthermore, there is an ending in which the big winning port 14 is kept closed for 15.0 seconds from the end of the last round game to the end of the fifth jackpot game.

In addition, in each round game, when a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are detected by the big winning hole sensor 14a, even before the maximum opening time of the big winning hole 14 elapses, The winning opening 14 is closed and the round game ends. Also, the types and specific contents of the jackpot game components can be changed as appropriate.

Also, in the jackpot game control table shown in FIG. 15(A), which type of jackpot game is executed is determined by the type of jackpot symbol, but the jackpot game is executed in a different method. You can do so. For example, a device that can be distributed to two winning ports is provided in the game area 6, and when one winning port is won, only a jackpot game consisting of a predetermined number of round games is executed. Either a jackpot game consisting of more round games than the number or a jackpot game consisting of round games less than a predetermined number may be executed with a predetermined probability by lottery or the like.

3-4. Game State Next, a game state that can be controlled by the pachinko game machine PY will be described. The pachinko game machine PY has a jackpot game state in which a jackpot game is executed and a non-jackpot game state in which a jackpot game is not executed. The non-jackpot game state includes a normal game state, which is a basic base game state, and a specific game state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal game state. Elements that are "advantageous to the player" related to the specific game state include the probability of a big win and the ease of opening the second starting port 12 . That is, the jackpot probability and the ease of opening the second start port 12 can be associated with the specific game state.

Advantageous to the player with regard to the probability of a big win means that the probability of a big win is higher than in the normal game state, and it becomes easier to win a big win. In addition, the easiness of opening the second starting port 12 is advantageous to the player when the easiness of opening the second starting port 12 is higher than in the normal game state, and the second starting port 12 is opened per unit time. It means it takes longer.

The specific game state includes a first specific game state in which both the jackpot probability and the opening time of the second starting port 12 per unit time are advantageous to the player, and a second specific game state in which only the jackpot probability is advantageous to the player. It is possible to set three types of a specific game state and a third specific game state in which only the open time per unit time of the second starting port 12 is advantageous to the player. It should be noted that it is also possible to mount some of the three types of specific game states without mounting all of these three types of specific game states on the pachinko gaming machine PY.

Here, as a partial game state focusing on the jackpot probability, a state in which the jackpot probability is higher than the normal game state and is advantageous to the player is called a "high-probability state". On the other hand, the state in which the jackpot probability is the normal probability in the normal game state and the jackpot probability is not advantageous to the player is called "normal probability state".

In addition, as a partial game state focusing on the opening time of the second starting port 12 per unit time, the opening time of the second starting port 12 per unit time is longer than the normal game state, A state in which the ease of opening is advantageous to the player is called a "time-saving state." On the other hand, the opening time of the second starting port 12 per unit time is the opening time in the normal game state, and the state in which the ease of opening the second starting port 12 is not advantageous to the player is called "non-time-saving". state.

Here, the non-time-saving state and the time-saving state will be described in detail. As described above, in the time saving state, the opening time of the electric chew 12D per unit time is longer than in the non-time saving state. That is, the time saving state is a state in which it is easier to win the second starting port 12 than the non-time saving state. Here, the specific method for making it easy to win the 2nd starting mouth 12 in a time saving state rather than a non-working time saving state is demonstrated.

For example, the time saving state can be made easier to win the second starting port 12 in the time saving state by making the normal figure fluctuation time easier to be shorter than in the non-time saving state. For example, as described above, regardless of the result of the hit determination, in the time saving state, the normal figure fluctuation time (5.0 seconds) shorter than the normal figure fluctuation time (30.0 seconds) determined in the non-time saving state let it be decided. As a result, the number of executions of the normal drawing lottery per unit time increases in the time saving state. In this case, regardless of the difference between the non-time-saving state and the time-saving state, if the probability of winning in the hit judgment and the opening time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game are the same, the normal drawing lottery per unit time The larger the number of executions, the longer the opening time of the electric tube 12D per unit time.

In addition, by setting the time saving state to a state in which the opening time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game is likely to be longer than in the non-time saving state, it is possible to make it easier to win the second start port 12 in the time saving state. . For example, as described above, in the non-time saving state, the electric chew 12D opens for 0.2 seconds in one auxiliary game, whereas in the time saving state, the electric chew 12D is 5.0 in total in one auxiliary game. Open for seconds. In this case, regardless of the difference between the non-time-saving state and the time-saving state, if the probability of winning in the hit judgment and the normal figure fluctuation time are the same, the number of times the auxiliary game is executed per unit time is equal, so once The longer the opening time of the electric chew 12D in the auxiliary game, the longer the opening time of the electric chew 12D per unit time.

Furthermore, by setting the time saving state to a state in which it is more likely to be determined as winning in the winning determination than in the non-time saving state, it is possible to make it easier to win the second start port 12 in the time saving state. For example, as described above, in the non-time-saving state, it is determined to be a hit with a probability of 6600/65536 in the hit determination, whereas in the time-saving state, it is determined to be a hit with a probability of 59936/65536 in the hit determination. . In this case, regardless of the difference between the non-time-saving state and the time-saving state, if the opening time and normal figure fluctuation time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game are the same, the probability that it will be determined as a hit in the hit determination is high. , the number of hit determinations per unit time increases, so the opening time of the electric chew 12D per unit time increases.

Thus, in the time saving state, winning is easier than in the non-time saving state, the normal pattern fluctuation time is easy to be shortened, and the opening time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game is easy to be long. By satisfying the three conditions, the opening time of the electric chew 12D per unit time is longer in the time-saving state than in the non-time-saving state, and winning to the second starting port 12 can be facilitated. As a result, the so-called "base", which is the ratio of the number of balls won to the number of balls fired, is high. Therefore, in the time-saving state with a high base, it is possible to aim for a big hit without significantly reducing the number of game balls possessed compared to the normal game state. That is, it can be said that the time-saving state is more advantageous for the player than the non-time-saving state. In addition, the winning probability, the normal pattern fluctuation time, and the opening time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game are partial game states focused on the opening time of the second start port 12 per unit time, in other words, the second It can be said that it is an element that constitutes the ease of opening the second starting port 12 (second starting port opening easiness component).

In addition, in a time saving state, you may make it meet only a one part condition, without meeting all the three conditions for opening time per unit time of the 2nd starting port 12 to become long. Ultimately, in the time saving state, the opening time of the electric chew 12D per unit time is longer than in the non-time saving state, and the winning to the second start port 12 should be facilitated.

Also, in the time saving state, such as making it easier to select a special figure variation pattern with a short special figure variation time compared to the non-time saving state, the number of times the special figure variable display is executed per unit time is small, or special The average of the figure fluctuation time may be made low. As a result, in the time-saving state, the pace at which the special figure suspension is digested becomes faster, and the effective winning to the starting opening (the winning that can be stored as the special figure suspension) is more likely to occur. Therefore, it is possible to aim for a big hit under the smooth progress of the game.

In the following, each specific game state is associated with the content of the advantage for the player, the first specific game state is referred to as "high probability high base game state", and the second specific game state is referred to as "high probability low Base game state” and the third specific game state are also referred to as “low probability high base game state”. Furthermore, the normal game state is also referred to as "low probability low base game state".

Therefore, the low probability low base gaming state can be said to be a gaming state controlled in the normal probability state and non-time saving state. Similarly, the low probability high base game state is normal probability state and time saving state, the high probability low base game state is high probability state and non time saving state, and the high probability high base game state is high probability state and time saving state. It can be said that there is a game state.

Thus, the pachinko gaming machine PY can be controlled in a low-probability low-base game state, a low-probability high-base game state, a high-probability low-base game state, a high-probability high-base game state, and a jackpot game state. In the jackpot game state, the jackpot game state is also advantageous to the player because the jackpot 14 is open for a long time and a large amount of game balls can be obtained. Therefore, the jackpot game state and the specific game state can also be called "advantageous game state" which is more advantageous to the player than the normal game state.

The high-probability high-base game state and the high-probability low-base game state are game states that are more advantageous to the player than the low-probability low-base game state in that the jackpot probability is higher than the normal probability state. be. In addition, the high-probability high-base game state and the low-probability high-base game state are more advantageous to the player than the low-probability low-base game state in that the ease of winning the second start port 12 is higher than the non-time-saving state. It is in play state. Furthermore, in the jackpot game state, the jackpot game state is a low-probability low-base game because the jackpot game state is a low-probability low-base game because the jackpot game state opens the jackpot 14 in which the number of prize balls per winning is greater than the first start port 11 and the second start port 12. It is a game state more advantageous to the player than the state.

Also, when the power of the pachinko game machine PY is turned on, the normal game state is set first. Also, the jackpot game state is set by performing the stop display of the jackpot symbols. On the other hand, the specific game state is set when a jackpot is won and a jackpot game is executed. Next, the setting of the specific game state will be explained.

3-5. Setting of Specific Game State The pachinko gaming machine PY can newly set a specific game state upon completion of the jackpot game. That is, after the jackpot game, the game can be controlled and progressed in the specific game state. The duration of this specific game state can be set appropriately. For example, the specific game state can be continued until the next big hit is won. Also, it is possible to limit the period during which the specific game state can be continued.

When the duration of the specific game state is limited, the specific game state can be terminated when the end condition for the duration is met. Then, when the specific game state ends, the normal game state can be set. Further, as for the high-probability high-base game state, when the end condition is established, the low-probability high-base game state or the high-probability low-base game state can be set. In this case, the newly set low-probability high-base game state or high-probability low-base game state may be continued until the next big win is won. Also, the same or different end conditions may be provided for the newly set low-probability high-base game state or high-probability low-base game state, and when the end condition is established, the normal game state may be set.

Also, the termination condition for the continuation period of the specific game state can be appropriately set. As the termination condition, for example, the number of executions of the special figure variable display can be set. In addition, not limited to the number of executions of the special figure variable display, the elapsed time after the jackpot game, the number of game balls shot after the jackpot game, the number of passages to the gate 13 after the jackpot game, or whether to end the specific game state An end condition can be set such as derivation of the result of termination in a lottery (so-called “drop lottery”) to determine whether or not. Furthermore, these elements may be set as the termination condition independently or may be set in combination.

These end conditions may be set identically for all specific game states that can be set after the jackpot game, or set for some of the specific game states that can be set. You can Furthermore, the end condition may be changed for each specific game state.

Furthermore, the specific game state controlled after the jackpot game, the presence or absence of the end condition, and the content of the end condition can be associated with the jackpot symbol type related to the jackpot game. For example, when the jackpot pattern type is set as described above, as shown in FIG. The game may be controlled by the state. Here, the high-probability high-base game state can be continued until a jackpot is won without providing an end condition. Furthermore, the game may be controlled in a low-probability high base game state after the end of the big-hit game relating to the big-hit symbol C and the big-hit symbol E. Here, an end condition can be provided for this low-probability high-base game state, and the end condition can be set to a special figure variable display of 100 times. It should be noted that the relationship between this jackpot type symbol and the specific game state controlled after the jackpot game, presence/absence of an end condition, and the content of the end condition is an example, and is not limited to this.

Further, paying attention to the game profit of the jackpot, the jackpot in which the game progresses in a high probability state after the jackpot game is also called "high probability jackpot". Furthermore, a jackpot in which a game progresses in a high-probability state and a time-saving state after a jackpot game is also referred to as a "probable variable jackpot". In addition, the jackpot in which the game progresses in the normal probability state and the time saving state after the jackpot game is also called "time saving jackpot".

4. Main Effects by Game Machine Next, main effects performed by the pachinko game machine PY will be described with reference to FIGS. 16 to 32. FIG.

4-1. Production Mode First, the production mode will be described. The production mode is a division of production (or a higher-level attribute). The pachinko game machine PY can set, as production modes, a customer waiting production mode, a normal production mode, a probability variable production mode, a short working hours production mode and a jackpot production mode.

In the customer waiting production mode, a special figure variable display is performed in the "low probability low base game state", "low probability high base game state", "high probability low base game state" and "high probability high base game state". It is a production mode that can be set when there is no special figure variable display and indicates that it is in a standby state.

A customer waiting performance is performed when the customer waiting performance mode is set. In the customer waiting effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 16A, a customer waiting demonstration video G100 introducing the pachinko game machine PY is displayed on the display section 50a. Further, when the first effect button 40k is operated while the customer waiting demonstration video G100 is being displayed, as shown in FIG. is displayed.

Settings related to effects include setting the volume of sound output from the speaker 52, setting the brightness of the display section 50a, and setting the frequency of effects to be executed. It should be noted that the setting items related to effects can be set as appropriate. It is also possible to prevent the setting screen G101 from being displayed by the player's operation from the customer waiting demonstration video G100.

The normal production mode can be set in the "low probability low base game state", and is a production mode indicating that it is in the normal game state. Further, it is possible to provide a plurality of subordinate production modes belonging to the normal production mode. For example, a first normal effect mode, a second normal effect mode, a third normal effect mode, and the like can be provided as lower-level effect modes belonging to the normal effect mode.

In addition, below, the production|presentation mode of the hierarchy of the lower rank which belongs to production|presentation mode is also called "production stage." Along with that, the first normal production mode is also called "first normal production stage", the second normal production mode is also called "second normal production stage", and the third normal production mode is also called "third normal production stage". say. In addition, unless there are special circumstances, basically after the power of the pachinko machine PY is turned on, the production mode set when the special figure fluctuation display is started for the first time is the first normal production stage ( 1st normal production mode). However, the type of effect mode that is set first is not particularly limited and may be changed as appropriate.

When a plurality of production stages belonging to the normal production mode are provided in this manner, the production stages can be repeatedly switched in order when a predetermined switching condition is satisfied. The switching condition can be set as appropriate. For example, the switching condition can be set so that the special figure variable effect is performed a predetermined number of times without winning the jackpot. Furthermore, as a switching condition, it is also possible to set that a specific effect such as a special figure variation effect based on SP reach loss variation is executed.

In addition, the normal production mode can be set even in the "high probability low base game state", and the normal production mode may be a production mode indicating that it is a non-time saving state. Alternatively, it may be set only in the "high-probability low base game state", a predetermined effect mode different from the normal effect mode may be provided. Furthermore, in the low-probability low-base game state and the high-probability low-base game state that occur under certain conditions, a predetermined effect mode different from the normal effect mode may be set.

The probability variation production mode can be set in the "high probability high base game state", and is a production mode indicating that it is a high probability high base game state.

The time-saving performance mode can be set in the "low-probability high-base game state" or "high-probability high-base game state", and is either the low-probability high-base game state or the high-probability high-base game state, and is at least time-saving. It is a production mode indicating that it is in a state. It should be noted that the time-saving production mode is set only in the low-probability high base game state, and can also be a production mode indicating that it is in the low-probability high base game state.

In addition, for any or any one of the probability variable production mode and the time saving production mode, as in the normal production mode, a plurality of production stages for the production mode are further provided, and when a predetermined switching condition is satisfied, the production stage is switched. You can do it.

In addition, in various production modes in which the special figure fluctuation production (special figure variable display) described later can be executed, a background image is displayed on the entire display unit 50a, and various productions are executed in a superimposed manner on the background image. . Then, the background image displayed on the display unit 50a can be associated with the effect mode. In addition, below, the background image associated with this effect mode is positioned as the "basic background image" in that effect mode.

Then, for example, as a basic background image associated with the first normal effect stage, a background image representing a view of the city (FIG. 17A: first normal background image G111) is displayed, and a second normal effect stage is displayed. A background image representing the ground of a baseball stadium (FIG. 17B: second normal background image G112) is displayed as a basic background image associated with the production stage, and is associated with the third normal production stage. As the basic background image, a background image representing the interior of the restaurant (FIG. 17C: third normal background image G113) is displayed.

Furthermore, for example, as a basic background image associated with the probability variation production mode, a background image representing the universe (probability variation background image G120) is displayed, and as a basic background image associated with the time saving production mode, A background image representing the sky (time-saving background image G130) is displayed.

In addition, as will be described later, reach may occur in the special figure fluctuation production, but the special figure fluctuation production is established for the entire section of the special figure fluctuation production when the reach does not occur, and the reach when the reach occurs. It can be divided into a front part before the reach and a rear part after the reach is established when the reach occurs.

And, in each production mode, the basic background image related to the production mode is displayed in the whole section when the reach of the special figure fluctuation production does not occur, and in the preceding stage part when the reach occurs. Also, in the latter part when the reach of the special figure fluctuation effect occurs, a background image different from the basic background image such as a dedicated background image corresponding to the reach effect is displayed.

In addition, similar to the background image, basic BGM is set for each effect mode. Therefore, as basic BGM, BGM associated with the first normal production stage (first normal BGM), BGM associated with the second normal production stage (second normal BGM), and third normal production BGM (third normal BGM) associated with the stage, BGM (variable probability BGM) associated with the variable probability performance mode, and BGM (BGM for time reduction) associated with the time reduction performance mode are set.

Then, as with the background image, in each production mode, in the entire section when the reach of the special figure fluctuation production does not occur, and in the preceding stage when the reach occurs, the basic BGM related to the production mode is the speaker 52 output from In addition, in the latter part when the reach of the special figure fluctuation effect occurs, BGM different from the basic BGM such as dedicated BGM corresponding to the reach effect is output from the speaker 52.例文帳に追加

In addition, the jackpot performance mode is a performance mode that can be set when the jackpot game is being performed in the “jackpot game state”, and is a performance mode indicating that the jackpot game is being performed. In the jackpot performance mode, for example, during the opening of the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 18A, an opening image G1 suggesting the start of the jackpot game and a right-hand shot image G2 prompting "right-hand shot" are displayed on the display unit 50a. A jackpot opening production is displayed. In addition, during the opening, a background image (opening background image G200) corresponding to the type of the jackpot game is displayed on the display unit 50a as a jackpot opening effect in the background of the opening image G1 and the right-handed image G2. .

Further, in the jackpot effect mode, as shown in FIG. 18(B), during the round game in the jackpot game, the display unit 50a continuously displays the right shot image G2 from the opening and the round image indicating the number of rounds. A round effect is performed in which G3 and a number-of-balls image G4 suggesting the number of balls paid out are displayed. In addition, during the round game, as a round effect, the display unit 50a displays a background image (background for round An image G201) is displayed, and BGM corresponding to the type of the jackpot game is output from the speaker 52.例文帳に追加

Furthermore, during the ending of the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 18(C), the display unit 50a indicates the ending image G5 indicating the production mode set after the jackpot game and the total number of awarded balls. A jackpot ending production is performed in which a total winning ball number image G6 is displayed. In addition, during the ending, a background image (ending background image G202) corresponding to the type of the jackpot game is displayed in the background of the ending image G5 and the total number of winning balls image G6 on the display unit 50a as a jackpot ending effect. be done.

In the following, the jackpot opening effect, the round effect, and the jackpot ending effect are collectively referred to as "jackpot game effect" as the effect executed in the big win game. That is, a big hit game effect is performed in the big win effect mode.

4-2. Special figure fluctuation production Next, the special figure fluctuation production will be described. When the variable display of the special figure is started, the pachinko machine PY is based on the special figure variation pattern related to the variable display of the special figure, the special figure lottery result (jackpot determination result, jackpot pattern type determination result), etc. , To execute the special figure fluctuation production.

In the special figure variation effect, the variation display of the effect symbol is performed in the display unit 50a so as to be superimposed on a predetermined background image. In the variable display of performance symbols, the game stops after the performance symbols are varied. That is, after the special figure fluctuation time and the variable display of the effect design are performed, the variation is stopped and the stop display of the effect design is performed. And, basically, the result of the special figure lottery is informed by the stop display of the production design.

It should be noted that, in the special figure variation effect performed by the display unit 50a, it is possible to use an image other than the variation display of the effect symbol. Furthermore, in addition to the image display device 50 including the display unit 50a, a special effect device using various production devices such as a speaker 52, a frame lamp 53, a board movable device 55, a first production button device 40, and a second production button device 41 It is possible to perform figure variation effects.

Next, the effect symbol displayed on the display unit 50a will be described in the special figure variation effect executed according to the special figure variable display. The production pattern is also identification information for indicating the special figure lottery result, and is provided in a plurality of types. In detail, one of the constituent elements of the performance design constitutes identification information for indicating the special figure lottery result, and a plurality of types of performance design are provided according to the difference in the identification information.

For example, as shown in FIG. 19(A), nine production patterns can be provided by configuring the production patterns with Arabic numerals 1 to 9 (hereinafter simply referred to as "numbers"). In this case, the numbers that are the constituent elements of the production pattern constitute the identification information. Then, the production design including the number "1" is set as the production design G10a. Similarly, the performance symbols including numbers "2" to "9" are designated as performance symbols G10b to G10e. In addition, from the viewpoint of the image, if the individual performance symbols are handled without distinction, they are collectively referred to as "performance symbols G10".

Also, the number portions of the production symbols G10c and G10g related to "3" and "7" are red, and "1", "2", "4", "5", "6", "8", and The number portions of the effect symbols G10a, G10b, G10d, G10e, G10f, G10h, and G10i of "9" are blue. In other words, colors are included in addition to numbers as components of the production pattern G10. It should be noted that the configuration of the production pattern G10 and what the identification information is set to may be changed as appropriate. For example, other components such as characters associated with each number may be added to the production pattern G10.

Next, the effect symbol display area for displaying the effect symbol G10 will be described. For example, as shown in FIG. 19(B), the left side, the center and the right side of the display unit 50a are divided into three substantially evenly in the horizontal direction. It can be a region 50b3. A production design G10 is displayed in each of the left production design area 50b1, the middle production design area 50b2, and the right production design area 50b3.

Mainly, in the first stage part of the special figure fluctuation production, the production design G10 displayed in the left production design area 50b1 is collectively referred to as "left production design EZ1", and the production design G10 displayed in the middle production design area 50b2. The effect symbol G10 displayed in the right effect symbol area 50b3 is collectively referred to as "the middle effect symbol EZ2" and the "right effect symbol EZ3". That is, in the left production design area 50b1, the middle production design area 50b2, and the right production design area 50b3, the production design G10 consisting of the numbers 1 to 9 is commonly displayed, but the production design in the relative display position. When distinguishing G10, it is described as a left effect symbol EZ1, a middle effect symbol EZ2, and a right effect symbol EZ3. In addition, from the viewpoint of the display area and display position of the production design, when the left production design EZ1, the middle production design EZ2, and the right production design EZ3 are handled without distinction, they are collectively referred to as "production design EZ".

In addition, as will be described later, in the special figure fluctuation production, the variation display of the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 is performed, but finally, the production pattern in a mode showing the special figure lottery result (jackpot determination result, jackpot pattern type) Stop display of EZ1 to EZ3 is performed. Then, when notifying a big hit as a result of the special lottery, the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are stopped and displayed so that three performance symbols G10 with the same number are arranged side by side (so-called "double eyes"). Therefore, hereinafter, the effect pattern G10 composed of the same numbers constituting the effect patterns EZ1 to EZ3 stopped and displayed when informing a big win is referred to as a "big win effect pattern". For example, when the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 are stopped and displayed as "7.7.7", the jackpot production pattern is "production pattern G10g", and when they are stopped as "9.9.9", the jackpot production pattern is " production pattern G10i”. Further, the jackpot effect design may be abbreviated by the number included in the effect design. For example, if the jackpot performance pattern is "production pattern G10g", the jackpot production pattern is "7", and if the jackpot production pattern is "production pattern G10i", the jackpot production pattern is "9". In addition, as will be described later, in the special figure fluctuation production, the special figure lottery result is completely shown when the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are definitely stopped and displayed. However, basically, in the middle of the special figure fluctuation production, before the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 are definitely stopped and displayed, the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed (temporary stop display). This is because the contents of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 temporarily stopped and displayed once may be changed. For example, after the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed in a mode showing a certain jackpot (relatively disadvantageous to the player), they are changed to a mode showing another jackpot (relatively advantageous to the player). may be Therefore, when the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed (before being changed) in such a manner that the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 initially indicate a big hit, the performance symbols G10 consisting of the same numbers constituting the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3. Also referred to as "jackpot effect pattern".

In addition, in the special figure fluctuation performance, the variable display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is performed, but in the middle of the variable display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3, the left performance symbol EZ1 and the right performance symbol EZ3 are the same number performance symbols G10. Reach may be performed with a temporary stop display (temporary stop display). As will be described later, reach is an effect that suggests that there is a possibility of entering a jackpot gaming state. It will be a chance up for the jackpot. Therefore, the effect symbol G10 composed of the same numbers constituting the left effect symbol EZ1 and the right effect symbol EZ3 related to reach is called "ready-to-win effect symbol". For example, when the left effect symbol EZ1 and the right effect symbol EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed with the effect symbol G10a of "1", the ready-to-win effect symbol becomes "effect symbol G10a", and the temporary stop display is performed with the effect symbol G10a of "3". , the ready-to-win production pattern is "production pattern G10c". Further, the ready-to-win production pattern may be abbreviated by the number included in the production pattern. For example, if the ready-to-win performance symbol is "performance symbol G10a", the ready-to-win performance symbol is abbreviated as "1", and if the ready-to-win performance symbol is "performance symbol G10c", the ready-to-win performance symbol is abbreviated as "3".

Further, as shown in FIG. 19B, a small pattern area 50c for variably displaying a small pattern can be provided in one section of the left end (lower left corner) of the lower end portion of the display portion 50a. In the small design area 50c, the small design can be variably displayed according to the variable display of the special symbol. In addition, although the design of the small pattern can be appropriately set, for example, the production pattern G10 related to the production pattern EZ can be reduced as it is. For example, in the small pattern area 50c, it is also possible to display three production patterns G10 like production patterns EZ1 to EZ3. In this case, the small pattern displayed on the left side of the small pattern area 50c divided into three substantially evenly in the horizontal direction is referred to as "left small pattern KZ1", and the small pattern displayed in the center is referred to as "medium and small pattern KZ2". and the small symbol displayed on the right side can be called "right small symbol KZ3". As in the case of the effect pattern EZ, when the left small pattern KZ1, the medium and small pattern KZ2, and the right small pattern KZ3 are handled without distinction from the viewpoint of display area and display position, they are collectively referred to as "small pattern KZ". Furthermore, with respect to the special symbol, the effect symbol EZ and the small symbol KZ may be collectively referred to as "sub-symbol SZ".

Further, when forming the small pattern area 50c on the display section 50a, the display area and display position can be set appropriately. Furthermore, the display area and display position of the small pattern area 50c may be changed in the middle according to the situation of the effect.

In addition, in FIG. 19(B), the left effect pattern region 50b1, the middle effect pattern region 50b2, the right effect pattern region 50b3, and the small pattern region 50c are indicated by dashed lines. These are shown to represent the ranges of the middle effect symbol area 50b2, the right effect symbol area 50b3, and the small symbol area 50c, and are not actually displayed.

In addition, as described above, there are normal fluctuation, N reach, L reach, SP reach, and battle effects as effects that constitute the effect flow of the special figure fluctuation effect. Some of these are described here.

4-2-1. Normal variation The pachinko game machine PY can perform normal variation first in the special figure variation effect. The normal variation functions as an effect suggesting that the variable display of the special figure has started. Next, normal variation will be specifically described. As small patterns, a left small pattern KZ1, a medium and small pattern KZ2, and a right small pattern KZ3 corresponding to the left production pattern EZ1, the middle production pattern EZ2, and the right production pattern EZ3 are variably displayed in the small pattern region 50c.

For example, as shown in FIG. 20(A), in the display section 50a, the left effect symbol EZ1, the middle effect symbol EZ2 and the right effect symbol EZ3 are stopped and displayed, and the left small symbol KZ1, the medium and small symbol KZ2 and the right small symbol are displayed. When the variable display of the special figure is started from the state where the pattern KZ3 is stopped and displayed, the variable display of the special figure is not performed, and the variable display of the special figure is started, FIG. As shown in , the special figure fluctuation effect is started along with the start. Specifically, the variable display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is started, and the variable display of the left small pattern KZ1, the middle and small pattern KZ2 and the right small pattern KZ3 is started.

The display mode of the variable display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 can be made different from the display mode of the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3. For example, the variable display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is performed by scrolling the respective performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 from the top to the bottom of the display section 50a, and the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is performed by scrolling the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3. It is also possible to change the position one after another at a fixed position. Incidentally, the display mode of the variable display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the display mode of the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 may be made the same.

Further, the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are variably displayed at a high speed immediately after the variable display is started. While the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are variably displayed at high speed, the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are basically background images such as the background images G111 to G115. is displayed with transparency for easy viewing. Also, depending on the situation, one of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 may be displayed so as to be visible, and the other may be hidden.

Then, if the special figure variation pattern of the variable display of this special figure is a special figure variation pattern of no reach loss (for example, normal loss variation), the end of the variable display of the special figure (special figure stop display), stop display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is performed in the losing eyes peculiar to the reachless losing (so-called "breaking eyes").

For the stop display of the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3, for example, first, as shown in FIG. As shown in 20(D), the right effect symbol EZ3 is temporarily stopped (temporarily stopped) at approximately the center position in the vertical direction, and further, as shown in FIG. Temporarily stop (temporary stop) at the center position.

Finally, the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3, which are temporarily stopped (temporarily stopped) while lined up in the horizontal direction at the approximately center position in the vertical direction, are completely completed all at once, as shown in FIG. 20(F). , and the stop is confirmed (the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are stopped and displayed). When the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 that have been temporarily stopped (temporarily stopped) are completely stopped by loose stitches, that is, when the final stop display of the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 is performed, three small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 is stopped all at once with the same loose stitches as the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3, and the stop display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is also performed.

It should be noted that the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are temporarily stopped means that the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 do not move greatly as in the case of scroll display, but sway slightly or reciprocate slightly on the spot. Therefore, strictly speaking, the state in which the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed is different from the state in which the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 are definitely stopped and displayed. A definitive stop indication may be broadly referred to as a “stop indication”. Also, in the example of FIG. 20, when the stop display of the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 is performed, the production patterns are stopped in the order of the left production pattern EZ1 → right production pattern EZ3 → middle production pattern EZ2, but the order of stopping ( method) is not limited to this, and can be set as appropriate.

4-2-2. Reach Next, establishment of reach will be described. Even if the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is a special figure fluctuation pattern (for example, N loss fluctuation) with reach, basically in the same manner as the case of no reach described above, in the display unit 50a, As shown in FIG. 21(A), the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are definitely stopped and displayed, and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed. As shown in FIG. 21(B), the variable display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is started, and the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is also started.

After that, after a predetermined period of time has passed, as shown in FIG. As shown in 21(D), the right performance symbols EZ3 related to the same number "5" are aligned horizontally at substantially the center position in the vertical direction and are temporarily stopped (provisionally stopped), and ready-to-win is established. When reach is established, an image (image suggesting reach establishment) G11 indicating that reach is established is displayed. Incidentally, even if the reach is established with the left effect symbol EZ1 and the right effect symbol EZ3, the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are continuously displayed in a variable manner.

Furthermore, in the example of FIG. 21, when the ready-to-win is established, the production symbols are temporarily stopped (temporarily stopped) in the order of the left production pattern EZ1 → the right production pattern EZ3, but the order (method) of the temporary stop is this. can be set as appropriate. Also, the number of the production pattern that constitutes the ready-to-win is not limited to "5". Further, the position for provisionally stopping (temporary stopping) is not limited to the substantially center position in the vertical direction. Also, the direction in which the performance symbols constituting the ready-to-win are arranged is not limited to the horizontal direction, and may be another direction such as an oblique direction.

In this way, the entire period of the special figure fluctuation production in the case of no reach loss and the interval from the start of the special figure fluctuation production to the establishment of the reach when reach occurs can be made normal fluctuation. However, the time until the reach is established can be appropriately set based on the special figure variation pattern. Furthermore, it is also possible to execute various announcement effects such as a so-called "pseudo-continuation", a cut-in announcement, a line announcement, etc. until the ready-to-win is established. Alternatively, it is possible to plunge into a so-called "zone" until reach is established.

4-2-3. N reach The pachinko game machine PY can perform N reach when reach is established after normal variation. The N-reach is an effect suggesting that the lottery result of the special lottery may have been a "big win", and functions as an effect for making the player expect a big win. Next, the N reach will be specifically described.

When reach is established, for example, as shown in FIG. 21(D), N reach is performed from that point. In the N reach, as shown in FIG. 22A, the state when the reach is established is maintained for a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds). When the N-reach is started, as shown in FIG. 22(B), the middle effect symbol EZ2 that is displayed (scrolled) at high speed in the normal mode gradually decelerates.

When the special figure variation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is the special figure variation pattern of the loss with reach (for example, N loss variation), from the state where the reach is established, the middle production pattern EZ2 is provisionally at the vertical direction approximately center position Stop (temporary stop) at the end and stop display of the production pattern indicating the loss is performed. At this time, since the reach is established, as shown in FIG. 22 (C-1), the middle production pattern consisting of numbers ("4" in FIG. 22 (C-1)) different from the numbers constituting the reach EZ2 temporarily stops. Then, with the end of the variable display of the special figure (stop display of the special figure), as shown in FIG. 22 (D), the temporary stop state becomes a complete stop state. Stop display of the left effect symbol EZ1, the middle effect symbol EZ2 and the right effect symbol EZ3 is performed.

In addition, when the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 that have been temporarily stopped (temporarily stopped) are completely stopped by the losing eyes peculiar to the loss with reach, that is, when the stop display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is performed, 3 The two small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped all at once with the same losing pattern with reach as the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3, and the stop display of the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 is also performed. Note that the content of N reach can be changed or added as appropriate.

When the special figure fluctuation production does not end with N reach, as shown in FIG. Reach may develop (switch) to L reach or SP reach.

4-2-4. L reach Pachinko game machine PY can perform L reach after N reach. The L reach is an effect suggesting that the possibility of the result of the special lottery being a "big win" is higher than the N reach, and functions as an effect for making the player expect a big win. It should be noted that even in the L reach, established reach is maintained, for example, as shown in FIG. Moves to a predetermined position (for example, the left effect symbol EZ1 is at the upper left of the display portion 50a and the right effect symbol EZ3 is at the upper right of the display portion 50a) that does not overlap the small symbol area 50c in the portion 50a.

Further, at the start of the L reach, for example, as shown in FIG. 23A, a background image exclusively for the L reach (L reach background image G114) is displayed on the display unit 50a. The L-reach background image G114 is composed of a moving image in which a predetermined Three is deployed. The content of the story of the moving image related to the L-reach background image G114 can be set as appropriate, but in the basic embodiment, the main character confesses to a girl.

When the L-reach background image G114 is displayed, first, as shown in FIG. 23A, the scene starts with the main character waiting for a girl at a certain meeting place. Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 23B, a girl appears at the meeting place. At this time, at substantially the center of the display portion 50a, as the middle effect pattern EZ2, the effect pattern of the number "5" forming the reach and the effect pattern of the number "4" not forming the reach appear. Then, it rotates slowly so that it comes out from the back side to the front side and then returns to the back side.

While the production pattern of number "4" and the production pattern of number "5" are continuously rotated, the three related to the background image G114 for L reach advances. Then, as shown in FIG. 23(C), the main character confesses to the girl. At this time, at the approximate center of the display part 50a, the effect pattern of the number "5" which constitutes the reach and the effect pattern of the number "4" which does not constitute the reach mutually repel the opponent. collide with. Since the production pattern of the number "5" constitutes the reach, and the production pattern of the number "4" does not constitute the reach, the production pattern of the number "4" is flipped off and the production pattern of the number "5" is replaced. If it remains, the stop display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 indicating a big win is established, while when the performance symbol of the number "5" is flipped away and the performance symbol of the number "4" remains, the performance of the mode indicating reach loss. The stop display of the symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is established. Therefore, the scene of FIG. 23(C) is the final phase of the L-reach, and a production suggesting a big win (jackpot suggesting production) is executed or a production suggesting a loss (loss suggesting production) is executed. It constitutes a branch point (so-called “hit-lose branch point”) where it branches.

At the win-lose branch point, if the special figure variation pattern of the special figure variable display is the jackpot variation (L jackpot variation), as shown in FIG. After the display, as shown in FIG. 24(B-1), the main character who is pleased with the successful confession is displayed, and the speaker 52 outputs a predetermined sound effect. At this time, together with the left effect pattern EZ1 and the right effect pattern EZ3 of the number "5" which constitute the reach, the medium effect pattern EZ2 of the number "5" which constitutes the reach is temporarily stopped at the center of the display part 50a. displayed in the form. That is, the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a big hit. In addition, the display of the main character who is pleased with the successful confession and the output of a predetermined sound effect constitutes a jackpot suggestive effect. After the big hit suggesting effect, as shown in FIG. 24 (C-1), the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is performed in a manner indicating the big win.

On the other hand, after the winning branch point, if the special figure variation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is a loss variation with reach (L loss variation), the background image G114 for L reach is displayed without a jackpot suggestion effect. As shown in 24(A-2), the display unit 50a displays a close-up of a girl with a sad expression, and then, as shown in FIG. 24(B-2), she fails to confess and is disappointed. Shows the main character. At this time, along with the left production pattern EZ1 and the right production pattern EZ3 of the number "5" which constitutes the reach, the middle production pattern EZ2 of the number "5" which does not constitute the reach is temporarily stopped in the center of the display part 50a. is displayed. That is, the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed in a manner indicating reach-losing. In addition, the display of the main character who is disappointed because he failed to confess constitutes an effect suggesting failure. After the loss suggesting effect, as shown in FIG. 24(C-2), stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is performed with the losing eyes for ready-to-win.

4-2-5. SP reach In addition, the pachinko game machine PY can perform SP reach after N reach. The SP reach is an effect suggesting that the possibility of the result of the special lottery being a "big win" is higher than the L reach, and functions as an effect for making the player expect a big win. It should be noted that even in SP reach, established reach is maintained, for example, as shown in FIG. Moves to a predetermined position (for example, the left effect symbol EZ1 is at the upper left of the display portion 50a and the right effect symbol EZ3 is at the upper right of the display portion 50a) that does not overlap the small symbol area 50c in the portion 50a.

Further, at the start of SP reach, for example, as shown in FIG. 25A, a background image dedicated to SP reach (background image G115 for SP reach) is displayed on the display unit 50a. The SP reach background image G115 is composed of a moving image in which a predetermined Thule develops. The content of the story of the moving image related to the SP reach background image G115 can be set as appropriate, but in the basic embodiment, the main character and an enemy character who are rivals of the main character face each other. ing. The main character is a baseball pitcher, and the enemy character is a baseball batter.

When the SP reach background image G115 is displayed, first, as shown in FIG. 25A, an enemy character appears, and then, as shown in FIG. An image (SP reach start title image) G11 indicating that SP reach has started is displayed. The SP reach start title image G11 is composed of a title image G11a representing the title of the SP reach "In FIG. be.

Next, as shown in FIG. 25C, a scene in which the main character and the enemy character are facing each other is displayed. After that, in the SP reach background image G115, as shown in FIG. 26(A), the main character throws the ball, and as shown in FIG. As shown in C), the enemy character starts swinging the bat. Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 26(D), the ball and the bat approach each other, and the confrontation between the main character and the enemy character is about to be settled. This scene constitutes a branching point (win-lose branching point) at which the main character wins and suggests a big win in the confrontation between the pitcher and the batter, or loses and suggests a loss.

After this win-lose branch point, if the special figure variation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is a big hit variation (SP jackpot variation), as shown in FIG. After winning the confrontation, as shown in FIG. 27(B-1), the main character who strikes out the enemy character and shouts on the mound is displayed, and a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 52. be done. At this time, the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a big win.

The display of the main character screaming after winning the confrontation and the output of a predetermined sound effect constitute the big win suggestive presentation. After the big hit suggesting effect, as shown in FIG. 27 (C-1), the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is performed in a manner indicating the big win.

27 ( As shown in A-2), the enemy character hits a home run and loses the confrontation, and as shown in FIG. 27 (B-2), the main character is disappointed on the mound. At this time, the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed in a manner indicating reach loss.

The display of the main character who is disappointed after being defeated in the confrontation constitutes the production suggesting failure. After the losing indication effect, as shown in FIG. 27(C-2), stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is performed with the losing eyes for ready-to-win.

Next, the movable body production and the operation production performed in the special figure fluctuation production will be described. The movable body production and the operation production are the above-mentioned SP reach, L reach, and N reach, and even when they are performed as part of these productions in the form of being incorporated in the jackpot game production, etc., and independent of these productions. may be performed. First, the movable body production will be described.

4-3. Movable body effect The pachinko game machine PY is capable of performing a movable body effect involving the action of the movable body at a predetermined timing in a predetermined effect such as a special figure variation effect or a jackpot game effect. The movable body production is, for example, a production using a movable device such as the board movable device 55, and functions as a production that suggests the degree of expectation for a big hit or development to SP reach.

For example, when the movable body production functions as a production that suggests development to SP reach, as shown in FIG. As shown in (B), the board movable device 55 is activated, and the board movable body 55k is lowered to the operating position in a front view, and held at that position for a predetermined time. Furthermore, at this time, an effect image G13 associated with the operation of the board movable body 55k is also displayed on the entire display section 50a. Then, as shown in FIG. 28C, the effect image G13 is erased, the board movable body 55k rises to the standby position, and the board movable device 55 returns to the normal standby state. When the board movable device 55 returns to the normal standby state, it develops into SP reach. In addition, it is possible to appropriately change or add the operation contents of the movable device in the movable body presentation.

4-4. Operation Effect Next, the operation effect will be described. The pachinko game machine PY provides an operation promotion effect and an operation result effect according to the operation of the first effect button 40k, the second effect button 41k, etc. at a predetermined timing in a predetermined effect such as a special figure fluctuation effect or a big hit game effect. It is possible to perform operation effects including The operation promotion performance is a performance that prompts the player to operate the operation means, and the operation result performance is a performance that is performed in response to the operation of the operation means in the operation promotion performance. It works as a performance.

For example, as described above, when the hit-drop branch point is reached in L reach or SP reach, a period during which the pressing operation of the first effect button 40k is valid (operation valid period) occurs, and with the occurrence of this operation valid period , as shown in FIG. 29A, an effect (operation prompting effect) for prompting the operation of the first effect button 40k is performed.

In the operation promotion effect, a first effect button operation promotion effect image G12 is displayed on the display section 50a. The first effect button operation promotion effect image G12 includes an image (operation target image) G12a representing the first effect button 40k to be operated, and an image (pressing An operation image) G12b and an image (operation valid period remaining time image) G12c representing the remaining time of the operation valid period (operation valid period) related to the operation of the first effect button 40k.

Note that the operation valid period remaining time image G12c is composed of a generally curved progress bar, and changes with the passage of time so that the player can easily understand the remaining time of the operation valid period. Note that FIG. 29B shows a state in which the effective operation period has occurred and 1/3 of the effective operation time has elapsed.

Then, when the special figure variation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is a jackpot variation (SP jackpot variation), after the first production button 40k is pressed in the operation valid period, or the first production button in the operation valid period After the remaining time of the operation valid period expires without the operation of 40k, the operation result presentation is performed.

As an operation result presentation, for example, as shown in FIG. rotates for a predetermined time. In this way, the operation result presentation also includes the movable body presentation. Further, at this time, an effect image G13 associated with the movement of the board movable body 55k is displayed on the entire display section 50a as an operation result presentation. Then, as shown in FIG. 29(D), the effect image G13 is erased, the rotation of the rotating member 55k1 is stopped, and the board movable body 55k rises, thereby completing the operation result presentation. When the operation result production ends, a jackpot suggestion production is performed.

On the other hand, if the special figure variation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is a reach loss variation (SP loss variation), even if the first production button 40k is pressed during the operation valid period, or the first production button 40k is pressed. Even if the remaining time of the performance button operation effective period expires without being performed, the operation result performance is not performed, and the failure suggesting performance is performed.

Note that the operation result presentation is not limited to the operation of the board movable device 55 and the display of the effect image G13, and can be changed or added as appropriate. Further, the operation performance is not limited to the special figure variation performance, and can be executed in the big hit performance as well.

4-5. Look-Ahead Effect Next, a look-ahead effect that can be executed before the special figure variable display that is the target of the special figure reservation will be described. The pachinko game machine PY is capable of performing a look-ahead performance for the special figure 1 suspension or the special figure 2 suspension in which the big hit determination is not performed based on the result of the look-ahead determination at any timing of the special figure variation performance. . The look-ahead performance is a performance suggesting the degree of expectation for a big win with respect to the special figure 1 reserve or the special figure 2 reserve, and functions as a performance for expecting a big win from before the variable display of the special figure corresponding to the reserve. As an example of the look-ahead effect, there is a pending change notice using a pending effect representing a special figure pending. Here, the suspension effect and the suspension change notice performed in the normal effect mode will be described.

As shown in FIG. 30A, the suspension effect is performed in a suspension display area 50d formed in a horizontally long rectangular shape in a substantially central section of the lower end of the display section 50a. The reserved display area 50d is composed of a first area 50d1, a second area 50d2, a third area 50d3, and a fourth area 50d4, which are obtained by dividing the reserved display area 50d into four substantially evenly in the horizontal direction. That is, in the reservation display area 50d, the first area 50d1 to the fourth area 50d4 are arranged in order from the left end to the right end.

In the first area 50d1, the special figure 1 variable display is performed first based on the special figure 1 related random number corresponding to the special figure 1 reservation, which occurs first among the special figure 1 reservations being reserved. A pending icon representing the special figure 1 pending is displayed. Similarly, in the second area 50d2 to the fourth area 50d4, based on the special figure 1 related random number corresponding to the special figure 1 reservation, which occurs second to fourth in the reserved special figure 1 reservation A hold icon representing the special figure 1 hold in which the special figure 1 variable display is performed in the 2nd to 4th is displayed.

In the following, the special figure 1 reservation corresponding to the reservation icon displayed in the first area 50d1 is referred to as "special figure 1 reservation of reservation order 1". Similarly, the second area 50d2, the third area 50d3, and the special figure 1 hold corresponding to the hold icon displayed in the fourth area 50d4 "reserved order 2 special figure 1 hold", "reserved order 3 of It is called "special figure 1 reservation" and "special figure 1 reservation of reservation order 4". That is, for the existing special figure 1 reservation, it is called "reservation order 1" to "reservation order 4" in the order of occurrence.

Further, the variable display area 50e is formed to the left of the reserved display area 50d. In the variable display area 50e, the icon representing the special figure 1 variable display that is currently being executed is displayed. Therefore, the target indicated by the icon displayed in the variable display area 50e is different from the target indicated by the hold icon displayed in the hold display area 50d, and strictly speaking, the "hold effect" corresponding to the special figure 1 hold is not included, but since the display of the pending icon and the display of the relevant icon are related, hereinafter, the display of the pending icon and the display of the relevant icon will be collectively referred to as “suspended effect”. . Also, the pending icon and the icon are collectively referred to as an "icon". Furthermore, the special figure 1 fluctuation display during execution indicated by the icon is also referred to as "the fluctuation".

In FIG. 30(A), the reserved display area 50d and the variable display area 50e are clearly indicated by dashed lines, and the first area 50d1 to the fourth area 50d4 are indicated by broken lines. It is shown to show the ranges of the first area 50d1 to the fourth area 50d4 and the variable display area 50e, and is not actually displayed.

Next, a specific example of the holding effect will be described. In the following description, variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 will be omitted. As a premise, it is during the special figure 1 variable display (during the special figure variation production), and the number of special figure 1 reservations (U1) is "2". Under this circumstance, as shown in FIG. 30(B), in the first area 50d1 (not shown), the special figure 1 suspension that occurred first among the currently suspended special figure 1 suspension (reservation order 1 special figure 1 suspension) is displayed, and in the second region 50d2 (not shown), the special figure 1 suspension that occurred next to the special figure 1 suspension represented by the suspension icon HA2 (reservation order 2 A pending icon HA3 representing special figure 1 pending) is displayed. In addition, the icon HA1 representing the special figure 1 variable display that is currently being executed is displayed in the variable display area 50e (not shown). Note that the display mode of the icons HA1 to HA3 displayed in FIG. 30B is the normal mode.

In this way, in the suspension effect, they are displayed side by side from the left end of the suspension display area 50d to the right in the order in which the special figure 1 suspension has occurred. That is, the variable display of the reserved special symbols, in other words, the variable display of the unexecuted special symbols based on the special symbol related determination information stored in the special symbol suspension storage unit 105 is individually displayed with a suspension icon. be.

Then, as shown in FIG. 30(C), when the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are stopped and displayed, the icon HA1 representing the special figure variation display being executed until immediately before is erased. Subsequently, when the variable display of the special symbol (special figure variation effect) is started based on the special figure 1 suspension representing the suspension icon HA2, the suspension icon HA2 and the suspension icon HA3 are shifted. Specifically, the pending icon HA2 displayed in the first region 50d1 (not shown) moves to the variable display region 50e (not shown), and the pending icon HA3 displayed in the second region 50d2 (not shown) is disabled. It moves to the illustrated first area 50d1. That is, the suspended icon HA2 and the suspended icon HA3 that have been displayed are shifted one by one to the left. This is because the variable display of the special symbol corresponding to the pending icon HA2 is started, and the special figure 1 pending represented by the pending icon HA3 is the first special figure 1 pending among the currently pending special figures 1 pending. This is to adapt the pending icon HA2 and the pending icon HA3 to the situation in accordance with the fact that the special figure variable display is started next.

In addition, since the pending icon HA2 displayed in the variable display area 50e represents the special figure 1 variable display being executed, it becomes the icon HA2 when displayed in the variable display area 50e. That is, as the words before "icon", the icon displayed in the reserved display area 50d is "reserved", and the icon displayed in the variable display area 50e is "relevant". In other words, when the pending icon is displayed, if the condition for starting the variable display of the special symbol is established for the special symbol pending indicated by the pending icon, the variable display of the special symbol related to the establishment of the starting condition is started. A corresponding pending icon is displayed as the icon.

Note that when the reserved icon changes to the relevant icon, in other words, when the icon moves from the reserved display area 50d to the variable display area 50e, the size of the icon may remain the same or may be enlarged. In FIG. 30(C), the icon is enlarged approximately twice when moving from the reserved display area 50d to the variable display area 50e.

Then, from this situation, when the game ball enters the first start port 11 and special figure 1 suspension occurs, as shown in FIG. An icon HA4 is displayed in the aforementioned second area 50d2 (not shown).

In this way, when the special figure 1-related random number is acquired by winning the first starting port 11, one common icon is displayed. This icon disappears when the special figure 1 variable display based on the winning prize ends, but while it is displayed, the state in which the special figure 1 variable display is placed (suspended state and running state) , it will exist under different names (pending icon and the icon in question).

By the way, as described above, the start winning command includes win/fail information and special figure variation pattern information. Then, the pachinko gaming machine PY can display the pending icon in a normal mode or a special mode based on the win/fail information and the special figure variation pattern information. Displaying the suspension icon in a special mode is called "suspension notice".

When the display mode of the pending icon is a special mode, that is, when the pending notice is given, the player can expect to win a big win by variable display of the special pattern corresponding to the pending icon. Next, a specific example of a hold notice will be described. As a specific example of the pending notice, it is assumed that the display mode of the pending icon HA4 shown in FIG. 30(E) is the special mode.

As one type of pending notice, it becomes a special mode immediately after the pending icon is displayed. There are types. For example, as shown in FIG. 31(A), from the situation (situation of FIG. 30(D)) before the pending icon HA4 is displayed, the game ball wins the first starting port 11, and the special figure 1 pending occurs, similarly to the case of FIG. 30(E), in response to the occurrence of the special figure 1 suspension, the suspension icon HA4 of the normal mode is displayed in the above-described second region 50d2 (not shown). In the drawing, the hold icon in the normal form appears to be completely stationary, but in reality, basically, even if it is made completely stationary, the display position does not move. It may be configured so as to sway lightly on the ground.

Then, immediately after that, as shown in FIG. 31(B), the display mode of the hold icon HA4 changes from the normal mode to the special mode (gray in FIG. 31(B)) (hold notice is performed). In the example of FIG. 31, the hold icon HA4 is displayed in the normal mode for a moment immediately after being displayed, but it may be displayed in the special mode to eliminate the period of display in the normal mode.

As another type of pending notice, there is a pending notice type that becomes a special mode when the pending icon moves, in other words, a pending notice type in which a pending icon change notice is performed during the shift of the special figure 1 hold. For example, as shown in FIG. 32(A), from the situation (situation of FIG. 30(D)) before the pending icon HA4 is displayed, the game ball wins the first starting port 11, and the special figure 1 pending occurs, as shown in FIG. 32(B), in response to the occurrence of the special figure 1 suspension, the second region 50d2 (not shown) of the normal mode (white in FIG. 32(B)) is displayed as the suspension icon HA4. to be displayed.

Then, as shown in FIG. 32(C), when the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are stopped and displayed, the icon HA2 representing the special figure variation display being executed until immediately before is erased. Subsequently, when the variable display of special symbols (special figure variation effect) is started based on the special figure 1 suspension represented by the suspension icon HA3, it is displayed in the first area 50d1 as shown in FIG. The suspended icon HA3 thus moved moves to the variable display area 50e (not shown), and the suspended icon HA4 displayed in the second area 50d2 moves to the first area 50d1 (not shown). Here, when the hold icon HA4 moves from the second area 50d2 to the first area 50d1, the display mode changes from the normal mode to the special mode (gray in FIG. 32(D)) (hold notice is performed). .

Moreover, it is possible to provide a plurality of types of special modes related to the pending advance notice so that the degree of expectation for a big win differs depending on the type of the special mode. For example, it is assumed that the display mode of the pending icon is associated with the color of the pending icon, and white, green, red, and gold are set as the display mode of the pending icon. Here, white is the normal aspect and green, red, and gold are special aspects. The degree of expectation for a big win indicated by the display mode of the pending icon can be set to increase in the order of white<green<red<gold.

In addition, the look-ahead effect can be performed for both or one of the special figure 1 reservation and the special figure 2 reservation. In addition, the look-ahead effect is not limited to the display mode of the hold icon HA. It is possible to execute using an effect device other than the image display device 50 such as the operation by the device 55 . Furthermore, as the effect mode of the look-ahead effect, in addition to the effect mode that continues without interruption until the special figure fluctuation display is started after being executed, such as a pending icon change notice by the pending icon HA, the effect pattern is stopped. It is also possible to adopt an effect mode that is executed intermittently and continuously, such as each time the display is performed or each time the variable display of the effect symbols is started.

5. Game Control by Game Control Microcomputer 101 [Game Control Main Processing]
Next, game control by the game control microcomputer 101 will be described with reference to FIGS. 33 to 42. FIG. It should be noted that the flowchart for controlling the game described below is an example. A plurality of processes in the flowchart can be executed in parallel or changed in execution order as appropriate within a range in which the contents of the processes are not inconsistent.

In addition, counters, timers, flags, statuses, buffers, etc. appearing in game control by the game control microcomputer 101 described below are provided in the game RAM 104 . The initial value of the counter is "0", the initial value of the flag is "0", that is, "OFF", and the initial value of the status is "1".

The game control microcomputer 101 provided on the game control board 100 reads and executes a game control main processing program shown in FIG. 33 from the game ROM 103 when the pachinko game machine PY is powered on. As shown in the figure, in the game control main process, first, power-on process (S001) is performed. In the power-on processing, access permission setting to the game RAM 104, setting of the game CPU 102, SIO (System Input/Output), PIO (Parallel Input/Output), CTC (Counter/Timer Circuit: interrupt time management) circuit) are set.

Following the power-on process, interrupts are prohibited (S002), and a normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S003) is executed. In this normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S003), 1 is added to the counter value of various random numbers related to the normal symbol related determination information and the special symbol related determination information and updated. When the counter value of each random number reaches the upper limit, it returns to "0" and is added again. The initial value of each random number counter may be a value other than "0", or may be changed randomly. At least part of each random number may be a so-called hardware random number generated using a known random number generation circuit such as a counter IC.

When the normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S003) is completed, an interrupt is permitted (S004). During the interruption permission, it is possible to execute the game control side timer interruption process (S005). The game control side timer interrupt processing (S005) is executed based on an interrupt pulse that is repeatedly input to the game CPU 102 at a cycle of, for example, 4 msec. That is, the game control side timer interrupt processing (S005) is executed at a cycle of 4 msec. Then, after the game control side timer interrupt processing (S005) is completed, until the next game control side timer interrupt processing (S005) is started, by normal symbol/special symbol main random number update processing (S003) Various random number counter values are updated repeatedly. It should be noted that, if an interrupt pulse is input to the game CPU 102 when the interrupt is disabled, the game control side timer interrupt processing (S005) is not started immediately, but is started after the interrupt is permitted (S004). .

[Game control side timer interrupt processing]
Next, the game control side timer interrupt processing (S005) will be described. As shown in FIG. 34, in the game control side timer interrupt process (S005), the output process (S101) is first executed. In the output process (S101), commands set in an output buffer provided in the game RAM 104 of the game control board 100 in each process described below are output to the effect control board 120, the payout control board 170, and the like.

In the input process (S102) that follows the output process (S101), the game control microcomputer 101 captures the detection signal from the lower tray full switch for detecting the fullness of the surplus ball storage hole 35A, and uses it as the lower tray fullness data for the game. stored in the output buffer of the RAM 104 for use.

The normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S103) performed next is the same as the normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S003) performed in the game control main process of FIG. That is, the updating process of the counter value of various random numbers related to the general figure-related determination information and the special figure-related determination information includes the execution period of the game control side timer interrupt processing (S005) and the other period (main side timer interrupt processing ( After the end of S005), it is performed in both the period until the next game control side timer interrupt processing (S005) is started).

After the normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S103), the game control microcomputer 101 performs sensor detection process (S104), then performs normal operation process (S105), and further performs special operation process (S106). conduct. Sensor detection processing, normal operation processing, and special operation processing will be described later.

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 executes other processing (S107) and terminates the game control side timer interrupt processing (S005). As other processing (S107), a power-off monitoring process when the power is turned off, a timer provided in the game RAM 104, and the like are performed. Further, as other processing (S107), a payout control processing for paying out prize balls to the player is performed. In the payout control process, the prize ball counter for the first start port 11, the prize ball counter for the second start port 12, the prize ball counter for the big winning port 14, and the prize ball counter for the general winning port 10 are " It is checked whether or not it exceeds "0", and if it exceeds "0", a prize ball request signal is transmitted to the payout control board 170.例文帳に追加Then, when a prize ball signal is transmitted, update processing is performed to subtract "1" from the prize ball counter associated with the signal.

Then, the game control microcomputer 101 repeatedly executes the processing of steps S002 to S004 of the game control main processing until an interrupt pulse is input to the game CPU 102 next time, and when the interrupt pulse is input (after about 4 msec ), the game control side timer interrupt processing (S005) is executed again. The game control microcomputer 101 is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 in the previous game control side timer interrupt process (S005) in the output process (S101) of the game control side timer interrupt process (S005) executed again. command etc.

[Sensor detection processing]
Next, sensor detection processing will be described with reference to FIGS. 35 and 36. FIG. In the sensor detection process (S104), first, it is determined whether or not a game ball has entered the general winning opening 10, that is, whether or not the game ball has been detected by the general winning opening sensor 10a (S201). If the game ball has not entered the general winning hole 10 (NO at S201), the process proceeds to step S203, and if the game ball has entered the general winning hole 10 (YES at S201), a predetermined number of game balls General winning hole prize ball processing for paying out prize balls is performed (S202). In the general winning hole prize ball processing, the number of prize balls corresponding to the winning of the general winning hole 10 (“3” in the basic embodiment) is added to the prize ball counter for the general winning hole 10 .

In step S203, it is determined whether or not the game ball has passed through the gate 13, that is, whether or not the game ball has been detected by the gate sensor 13a. If the game ball has not passed through the gate 13 (NO in S203), the process proceeds to step S207. On the other hand, if the game ball has passed through the gate 13 (YES in S203), whether or not the normal operation status = 1, which will be described later, in other words, whether either the normal pattern variable display or the auxiliary game is being performed It is determined whether or not (S204). If the normal operation status is not 1 (NO at S204), proceed to step S207, and if the normal operation status is 1 (YES at S204), the counter value of the normal design random number counter (label-TRND-F) (S205), the obtained general pattern random number is stored in the general pattern reservation storage unit 86 provided in the game RAM 104 (S206), and step S207 proceed to

In step S207, it is determined whether or not a game ball has entered the second start hole 12, that is, whether or not a game ball has been detected by the second start hole sensor 12a. If the game ball has not entered the second start port 12 (NO at S207), the process proceeds to step S214, and if the game ball has entered the second start port 12 (YES at S207), the predetermined A second starting hole prize ball process for paying out the number of prize balls is performed (S208). In the second starting hole prize ball processing, the number of prize balls corresponding to the winning to the second starting hole 12 (“2” in the first embodiment) is added to the prize ball counter for the second starting hole 12 .

Next, the special figure 2 reservation number (specifically, the number of the counter (special figure 2 reservation number counter) that counts the special figure 2 reservation number provided in the game RAM 104) is "4" (upper limit storage number) or more It is determined whether or not there is (S209). If the special figure 2 reservation number is "4" or more (YES in S209), the process proceeds to step S214, but if the special figure 2 reservation number is not "4" or more (is less than "4") ( NO in S209), special figure 2 reservation number addition processing is performed (S210). In the special figure 2 reservation number addition process, "1" is added to the special figure 2 reservation number counter, and the special figure 2 reservation number indicated by the special figure 2 reservation display 83b is increased by "1".

Subsequently, special pattern random number counter (label - TRND-T), jackpot pattern type random number counter (label - TRND-OS), reach random number counter (label - TRND-RC) and special pattern variation pattern random number counter (label - TRND- HP) to acquire the special figure 2 related determination information consisting of, and stored in the special figure related determination information buffer provided in the game RAM 104 (S211).

Next, a second prefetch determination process is performed (S212). In the second look-ahead determination process, the second look-ahead determination table shown in FIG. A second start winning command is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 .

Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 101 stores the special figure 2 related determination information acquired in step S211 in the special figure 2 reservation storage unit 105b (S213).

Subsequently, in step S214, it is determined whether or not a game ball has entered the first start hole 11, that is, whether or not a game ball has been detected by the first start hole sensor 11a. If the game ball has not entered the first start port 11 (NO at S214), the process proceeds to step S221, and if the game ball has entered the first start port 11 (YES at S214), the predetermined A first start opening prize ball process for paying out the number of prize balls is performed (S215). In the first start hole prize ball processing, the number of prize balls corresponding to the winning to the first start hole 11 ("4" in the first embodiment) is added to the prize ball counter for the first start hole 11.

Next, the special figure 1 reservation number (specifically, the number of the counter (special figure 1 reservation number counter) that counts the number of special figure 1 reservations provided in the game RAM 104) is "4" (upper limit storage number) or more (S216). If the special figure 1 reservation number is "4" or more (YES in S216), the process proceeds to step S221, but if the special figure 1 reservation number is not "4" or more (less than) (NO in S216 ), special figure 1 reservation number addition processing is performed (S217). In the special figure 1 reservation number addition process, "1" is added to the special figure 1 reservation number counter, and the special figure 1 reservation number indicated by the special figure 1 reservation display 83a is increased by "1".

Subsequently, special pattern random number counter (label - TRND-T), jackpot pattern type random number counter (label - TRND-OS), reach random number counter (label - TRND-RC) and special pattern variation pattern random number counter (label - TRND- HP) to acquire the special figure 1 related determination information consisting of, and stored in the special figure related determination information buffer provided in the game RAM 104 (S218).

Next, a first prefetch determination process is performed (S219). In the first look-ahead determination process, the first look-ahead determination table shown in FIG. A first start winning command is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 .

Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 101 stores the special figure 1 related determination information acquired in step S218 in a storage area corresponding to the current number of special figure 1 reservations in the special figure 1 reservation storage unit 105a (S220).

In step S221, it is determined whether or not a game ball has entered the big winning hole 14, that is, whether or not the game ball has been detected by the big winning hole sensor 14a. When the game ball has not entered the big winning hole 14 (NO at S221), the sensor detection process is terminated, and when the game ball has entered the big winning hole 14 (YES at S221) It is determined whether or not the counter value of the provided big winning opening winning counter is equal to or greater than "9" (S222). The big winning opening winning counter is a counter for counting the number of winning big winning openings 14 in one round game of the big winning game. It should be noted that the big winning opening winning counter is cleared every time each round game ends. In the first embodiment, the specified winning number is set to "10". Therefore, the process of step S222 is performed.

If the counter value of the big winning opening winning counter is "11" or more (YES in S222), the sensor detection process is terminated, and the counter value of the big winning opening winning counter is not "11" or more, that is, less than "11". If so (NO in S222), the counter value of the big winning opening winning counter is incremented by "1" (S223), and the big winning opening prize ball processing for paying out a predetermined number of prize balls to the player is performed (S224). ), ending the sensor detection process. Incidentally, in the big winning hole prize ball processing, the number of prize balls corresponding to the winning to the big winning hole 14 (“9” in the first embodiment) is added to the prize ball counter for the big winning hole 14 .

A sensor other than the sensors 10a to 14a is provided as a sensor capable of detecting the game ball, and based on the detection of the game ball by the sensor, processes other than the processes shown in FIGS. 35 to 36 are performed. Also good.

[Normal operation processing]
Next, a description will be given of normal operation processing relating to the control of the normal map display 82 and the electric chew 12D. As shown in FIG. 37, the processing relating to the normal map display 82 and the electric chew 12D is divided into four statuses (steps). "Normal operation status=1, 2, 3, 4" is assigned to each of these statuses. The game control microcomputer 101 first confirms the "normal operation status" in the normal operation process (S105) (S1101). When the "normal operation status" is "1", normal design standby processing (S1102) is performed, and when the "normal operation status" is "2", normal design variation processing (S1103) is performed, When the "normal operation status" is "3", the normal symbol determination process (S1104) is performed, and when the "normal operation status" is "4", the auxiliary game control process (S1105) is performed. "Normal operation status" is set to "1" by default.

The normal symbol standby process (S1102) is a process performed during standby when the normal symbol variable display and auxiliary game are not performed. In the normal design standby process (S1102), hit determination is performed based on the normal design random number stored in the normal design reservation storage unit 86. Further, the normal pattern fluctuation pattern is determined based on the current game state, and the normal pattern fluctuation pattern is determined, and the normal pattern fluctuation display of the normal pattern fluctuation time corresponding to the determined normal pattern fluctuation pattern is displayed on the normal pattern display 82. and change the normal operation status to "2". Further, the game control microcomputer 101 sets a normal pattern fluctuation start command according to the normal pattern fluctuation pattern determination result in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 at the start of the normal pattern fluctuation display.

The normal symbol variation process (S1103) is a process performed when the normal symbol is displayed in a variable manner. In the normal pattern fluctuation process (S1103), it is determined whether or not the normal pattern fluctuation time has elapsed since the normal pattern fluctuation display being executed started (whether or not the normal pattern fluctuation display is terminated). If it is determined that the figure fluctuation time has passed, the normal figure stop display is performed based on the hit determination result, and the normal operation status is changed to "3". Further, the game control microcomputer 101 sets a normal pattern fluctuation stop command in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 at the start of the normal pattern fluctuation display.

The normal design determination process (S1104) is a process performed when the normal pattern is stopped and displayed. In the normal pattern determination process (S1104), whether or not a predetermined stop time (for example, 0.8 seconds) has elapsed since the stop display of the normal pattern being executed started (whether to end the stop display of the normal pattern) or not), and if it is determined that the predetermined stop time has elapsed, it is determined whether or not the normal pattern that is stopped and displayed is a winning pattern. If it is not a winning pattern (if the stopped normal pattern is a losing pattern), the normal operation status is changed to "1". On the other hand, if the winning pattern is stopped and displayed, the normal operation status is changed to "4", and the auxiliary game is started based on the current game state and the auxiliary game control table. Furthermore, the game control microcomputer 101 sets an auxiliary game start command in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 at the start of the auxiliary game.

Auxiliary game control processing (S1105) is processing that is performed when the auxiliary game is being performed. In the auxiliary game control process (S1105), the auxiliary game is controlled based on the current game state and the auxiliary game control table. Then, when the auxiliary game ends, the normal operation status is changed to "1".

[Special action processing]
Next, the special operation processing regarding the control of the special figure indicator 81, the special figure reservation indicator 83 and the big winning device 14D will be described. As shown in FIG. 38, the processing relating to the special figure indicator 81, the special figure reservation indicator 83 and the big winning device 14D is divided into five statuses (steps). "Special action status=1, 2, 3, 4, 5" is assigned to each of these statuses. The game control microcomputer 101 first confirms the "special action status" (S1501).

When the "special action status" is "1", the game control microcomputer 101 performs special symbol standby processing (S1502), and when the "special action status" is "2", the special symbol variation. Processing (S1503) is performed, and when the "special action status" is "3", a special symbol determination process (S1504) is performed, and when the "special action status" is "4", jackpot game control Processing (S1505) is performed, and when the "special action status" is "5", game state setting processing (S1506) is performed. The "special operation status" is set to "1" by default.

The special symbol standby process (S1502) is a process performed during standby when the special symbol variable display and the jackpot game are not performed. The special symbol standby process will be detailed later.

Special design fluctuation processing (S1503) is the processing which is done when the special design is indicated fluctuatingly. The special symbol variation processing will be detailed later.

The special symbol determination process (S1504) is a process performed when the special symbol is stopped and displayed. The special design confirmation processing will be described in detail later.

The jackpot game control process (S1505) is a process performed in the jackpot game. A game control microcomputer 101 performs a jackpot game according to a jackpot game control table by performing jackpot game control processing. The special action status is changed to "5" when the jackpot game ends. In addition, when each round game is started, a round number specifying command indicating the number of rounds is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 . Also, when all the round games are finished and the ending is started, an ending command indicating the ending corresponding to the jackpot pattern related to the jackpot game is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 . The state in which the game control microcomputer 101 sets the special action status "4" and controls the jackpot game is the "jackpot game state", and the fact that the special action status "4" is set is the "jackpot game state”.

The game state setting process (S1506) is a process of setting the game state to be controlled after the big win game when the big win game ends. For example, when controlling in a high probability state after a jackpot game, a high probability flag is turned on in the high probability flag area of the game RAM 104 to set the high probability state. Furthermore, at this time, if the duration of the high-probability state is limited, the duration is also set. For example, if the end condition of the high probability state is the number of executions of the special figure variable display, the number (hereinafter referred to as "high probability specified number of times") is set in the high probability remaining number counter provided in the game RAM 104 . In addition, when controlling in the time saving state after the jackpot game, the time saving flag is turned ON in the time saving flag area of the game RAM 104 to set the time saving state. Furthermore, at this time, when limiting the duration of the time saving state, the duration is also set. For example, if the end condition of the time saving state is the number of executions of the special figure variable display, the number (hereinafter referred to as "time saving prescribed number of times") is set to the time saving remaining number counter provided in the game RAM 104.

In addition, the game control microcomputer 101 sets a game state command indicating a game state after the jackpot game in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 in the game state setting process.

[Special symbol standby process]
Next, the special symbol standby process will be described with reference to FIG. In the special symbol standby process (S1502), first, it is determined whether or not the special figure 2 reservation number is "0" (S1601). If the special figure 2 pending number is "0" (YES in S1601), that is, if there is no storage of the special figure 2 related determination information acquired due to the winning of the second start port 12, the special figure It is determined whether or not the number of 1 pending is "0" (S1608). And, if the special figure 1 pending number is also "0" (YES in S1608), that is, if there is no storage of the special figure 1 related determination information acquired due to the winning of the first start port 11, It is determined whether or not the customer waiting flag is ON (S1618). Here, if the customer waiting flag is ON (YES at S1618), the special symbol waiting process is finished, and if the customer waiting flag is not ON (NO at S1618), a customer waiting command is set in the output buffer (S1619). , turns on the customer waiting flag (S1620), and ends the special symbol standby process.

Also, if the special figure 2 reservation number is "0" but the special figure 1 reservation number is not "0" (YES in S1601 and NO in S1608), that is, there is no special figure 2 related determination information, but the first start When there is one or more storage of special figure 1 related determination information acquired due to winning to mouth 11, special figure 1 determination processing (S1609) and special figure 1 variation pattern determination processing (S1610) are performed.

In the special figure 1 determination process (S1609), the special symbol random number stored in the special figure 1 reservation storage unit 105a is read out first, and is based on the jackpot determination table associated with the game state. Then, it is determined whether it is a big hit or a loss (big hit determination).

Here, if the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot, the jackpot pattern type random number is read out and the jackpot pattern type is determined based on the first jackpot pattern type determination table (jackpot pattern type determination). Then, the jackpot pattern data representing the jackpot pattern type is set in a special buffer provided in the game RAM 104, and the pattern designation command indicating the jackpot pattern type is set in the output buffer provided in the game RAM 104.例文帳に追加

Also, if the result of the big hit determination is "losing", the losing design data representing the losing is set in the special figure buffer, and the design designation command representing the losing is set in the output buffer.

Next, the special figure 1 variation pattern determination process (S1610) will be described with reference to FIG. In the special figure 1 variation pattern determination process, first, it is determined whether or not the current non-time saving state (S1651). If it is a non-time-saving state (YES in S1651), select the special figure 1 variation pattern determination table for non-time-saving state (S1652), then proceed to step S1654, If it is not a non-time-saving state (NO in S1651), time-saving After selecting the special figure 1 variation pattern determination table for the state (S1653), the process proceeds to step S1654.

In step S1654, the game control microcomputer 101 determines whether or not the big win determination result is "big win". If it is not a big hit (NO in S1654), the process proceeds to step S1655, and if it is a big hit (YES in S1654), the special figure 1 variation pattern determination table selected in either step S1652 or step S1653 After selecting the special figure 1 variation pattern determination table (S1659), the process proceeds to step S1660.

In step S1655, the game control microcomputer 101 performs reach determination. In the reach determination, the reach random number is read, and the reach random number is compared with the reach determination table corresponding to the current game state (non-time saving state/time saving state) to determine whether there is reach or not.

The game control microcomputer 101 then determines whether or not the result of reach determination in step S1655 is "with reach" (S1656). If there is a reach (YES in S1656), select the special figure 1 variation pattern determination table for loss with reach from the special figure 1 variation pattern determination table selected in either step S1652 or step S1653 (S1658) Then proceed to step S1660, if there is no reach (NO in S1656), check the current special figure 1 pending number, step S1652 or step S1653 in either special figure 1 variation pattern determination table From select the special figure 1 variation pattern determination table for reach no loss according to the number of special figure 1 reservations (S1657) and then proceed to step S1660.

The game control microcomputer 101, in step S1660, reads out the special figure variation pattern random number, and compares the special figure variation pattern random number to the special figure 1 variation pattern determination table selected in any of steps S1657 to S1659, Perform special figure 1 variation pattern determination to determine the special figure 1 variation pattern. Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 101 sets the special figure 1 variation start command indicating the determined special figure 1 variation pattern to the output buffer (S1661), and special figure variation according to the determined special figure 1 variation pattern Time is set to the special action timer (S1662), the special figure 1 variation pattern determination process is terminated, and the process is returned to the special symbol standby process.

It should be noted that the special action timer is updated by 4 ms in other processes in the game control side timer interrupt process. In addition, the special figure 1 variation start command to be set includes information on the type of special symbol (that it is special figure 1) and the special figure variation pattern determination performed in the special figure 1 variation pattern determination process (S1610) Contains information on the results (information on the special figure fluctuation pattern, including information on the presence or absence of reach and special figure fluctuation time).

Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 101 causes the special figure 1 indicator 81a to start the variation display of the special figure 1 based on the special figure variation time corresponding to the special figure 1 variation pattern determined in step S1610 (S1611). .

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 shifts one storage location (storage area) of various counter values in the special figure 1 reservation storage unit 105a to the side where it is read from the current position, and special figure 1 reservation storage unit 105a To clear the storage area (storage area farthest from the side to be read) corresponding to the first reservation in (S1612). In this way, the special figure 1 reservation is digested in the order in which it was reserved.

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 subtracts "1" from the special figure 1 reserved number counter (S1613), and changes the special figure 1 reserved number indicated by the special figure 1 reserved indicator 83a by decreasing it by "1" ( S1614), and changes the special action status to "2" (S1615).

The game control microcomputer 101 subsequently determines whether or not the customer waiting flag is ON (S1616), and if it is ON (YES in S1616), the customer waiting flag is turned OFF (S1617), and special symbol standby processing is performed. If it is not ON (NO in S1616), the special symbol standby process is finished without executing step S1617.

Also, if the special figure 2 reservation number is not "0" in step S1601 (NO in S1601), that is, the storage of special figure 2 related determination information acquired due to the winning of the second start port 12 is one or more If there is, special figure 2 determination processing (S1602) and special figure 2 variation pattern determination processing (S1603) are performed. Special figure 2 determination processing (S1602) and special figure 2 variation pattern determination processing (S1603) are basically the same processing content as special figure 1 determination processing (S1609) and special figure 1 variation pattern determination processing (S1610) .

Special figure 2 determination processing (S1602), except that the table used in the jackpot determination is the second jackpot determination table, and the table used in the jackpot symbol type determination is the second jackpot symbol type determination table. Since it is the same processing as the special figure 1 determination processing (S1609), the description is omitted. Also, the special figure 2 variation pattern determination process (S1603) is basically the special figure 1 variation pattern determination process ( Since this is the same processing as in S1610), the description is omitted.

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 causes the special figure 2 indicator 81b to start the variation display of the special figure 2 based on the special figure variation time corresponding to the special figure variation pattern determined in step S1603 (S1604).

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 shifts one storage location (storage area) of various counter values in the special figure 2 reservation storage unit 105b to the side where it is read from the current position, and special figure 2 reservation storage unit 105b To clear the storage area (storage area farthest from the side to be read) corresponding to the 4th reservation in (S1605). In this way, the special figure 2 reservations are digested in the order they were reserved.

Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 101 subtracts "1" from the special figure 2 reserved number counter (S1606), and changes the special figure 2 reserved number indicated by the special figure 2 reserved indicator 83b by decreasing "1" (S1607 ), change the special action status to "2" (S1615), and proceed to step S1616.

In the basic embodiment as described above, the variable display of special symbols based on the special figure 1 reservation is performed only when the special figure 2 reservation is "0" (YES in S1601). That is, the digestion of Toku-zu 2 pending is executed with priority over the digestion of Toku-zu 1 pending. And in the basic embodiment, the lottery based on the special figure 2 reservation makes it easier for the player to win a big winning pattern that is more profitable than the lottery based on the special figure 1 reservation. In addition, the digestion of the special figure 1 reservation may be executed with priority over the digestion of the special figure 2 reservation. In addition, the digestion of the special figure 1 reservation and the digestion of the special figure 2 reservation may be performed in the order in which the reservation occurred regardless of the type of special figure.

[Special symbol variation processing]
Next, the special symbol variation processing will be described with reference to FIG. In the special symbol variation process, the game control microcomputer 101 first determines whether or not to end the variation display of the special symbols, that is, the special symbol variation time set in the special operation timer in step S1603 or step S1610 has passed (special It is determined whether or not the operation counter=0) (S1701). If the special symbol variation display is not terminated (NO at S1701), the special symbol variation processing is terminated, and if the special symbol variation display is terminated (YES at S1701), the special symbol variable display is performed on the special symbol display device 81. is terminated, and a special symbol corresponding to the symbol data (big hit symbol data or losing special symbol data) set in the special symbol buffer at step S1602 or step S1609 is displayed (S1702).

Subsequently, a preset special figure determination time (for example, 0.8 seconds) is set in the special action timer (S1703), and a special figure fluctuation stop command indicating that the special symbol fluctuation display is finished is output to the buffer. (S1704), the special operation status is changed to "3" (S1705), and the special symbol variation process is terminated.

[Special symbol confirmation process]
Next, the special symbol determination process will be described with reference to FIG. The game control microcomputer 101 first determines whether or not to end the stop display of the special symbols in the special symbol determination process (S1504), that is, the special symbol determination time set in the special operation timer in step S1703 has elapsed (special It is determined whether or not operation counter=0) (S1751). If the special symbol stop display is not terminated (NO in S1751), the special symbol determination process is terminated, and if the special symbol stop display is terminated (YES in S1751), the current normal probability state (high probability flag is OFF) (S1752). It should be noted that, hereinafter, the elapse of the special figure confirmation time after the start of the stop display of the special symbols may also be referred to as "the stop-displayed special symbol is confirmed".

If the game control microcomputer 101 is not currently in the normal probability state (NO in S1752), it proceeds to step S1757, and if it is in the normal probability state (YES in S1752), it is in the time saving state (the time saving flag is ON). It is determined whether or not (S1753). If the game control microcomputer 101 is not in the time saving state (NO in S1753), it proceeds to step S1757. "1" is subtracted from the value of the time saving remaining number counter that measures the number of times (time saving remaining number of times) (S1754), and it is determined whether the value of the time saving remaining number counter is "0" (S1755). If the value of the time saving remaining number counter (time saving remaining number of times) is not "0" (NO in S1755), proceed to step S1757. YES), the time saving state is shifted to the non-working time saving state (the time saving flag is turned OFF) (S1756), and the process proceeds to step S1757.

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 confirms the current game state, sets a game state command indicating the game state in the output buffer (S1757), and determines whether or not the special symbol that is currently stopped and displayed is a jackpot symbol. (S1758). If it is not a jackpot pattern (NO in S1758), the special action status is changed to "1" (S1762), the special pattern determination process is finished, and if it is a jackpot pattern (YES in S1758), the gaming state is reset ( The normal game state is set.Specifically, the high probability flag and the time saving flag are turned off, and the values of the high probability remaining number counter and the time saving remaining number counter are set to "0" (S1759).

Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 101 performs a jackpot game preparation process (S1760), changes the special action status to "4" (S1761), and ends the special symbol determination process. The game control microcomputer 101 sets a jackpot game control table corresponding to the jackpot symbol type in a predetermined area of the game RAM 104 in the jackpot game preparation process. In addition, a jackpot opening flag indicating that the opening corresponding to the stopped jackpot pattern is in progress is turned on in a predetermined area of the game RAM 104, and a predetermined opening time (jackpot game starts) is set according to the type of the jackpot pattern. set the time from when the player is done to the start of one round) in the special action timer. Furthermore, according to the type of the jackpot pattern, an opening command indicating the type of the jackpot pattern is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 . The opening command corresponding to the type of the jackpot symbol indicates that the jackpot game (opening of the jackpot game) corresponding to the type of the stop-displayed jackpot symbol is started.

6. Control of production by production control board 120 [Production control main processing]
Next, the control of the effect by the effect control board 120 will be described with reference to the flow charts of FIGS. 43 to 47. FIG. It should be noted that the flowchart for controlling the effects described below is an example. A plurality of processes in the flowchart can be executed in parallel or changed in execution order as appropriate within a range in which the contents of the processes are not inconsistent.

Also, counters, timers, flags, buffers, etc. appearing in the description of the control of the effect by the effect control board 120 below are provided in the RAM 124 for effect. The performance control microcomputer 121 provided in the performance control board 120 reads out and executes the sub-control main processing program shown in FIG. 43 from the performance ROM 123 when the pachinko game machine PY is powered on.

As shown in the figure, in the effect control main process, first, power-on processing corresponding to power-on is performed (S4001). In the power-on process, for example, settings of the performance CPU 122, settings of SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for managing interrupt time), etc. are performed.

Next, interrupts are prohibited (S4002), and random number seed update processing is executed (S4003). In the random number seed update process (S4003), the values of various effect determination random number counters for making determinations regarding various effects are updated. It should be noted that the random numbers for effect determination include various random numbers for determining the effect contents such as random numbers for stop symbol pattern determination and special figure variation effect pattern determination random numbers, which will be described later.

As an example of a method for updating the determination random number counter for various effects, the same method as the random number update process performed by the game control board 100 can be used. Instead of adding 1 to the random value at the time of updating, it is also possible to add 2 at a time. This also applies to the random number update process performed by the game control board 100 described above.

When the random number seed update process ends, command transmission process is executed (S4004). In the command transmission process, various commands stored in the output buffer in the production RAM 124 of the production control board 120 (for example, a special figure fluctuation production start command, a customer waiting start command, an opening production start command, a round production start, which will be described later) command, ending effect start command, etc.) to the image control board 140.

The image control board 140 that has received the command displays an image on the display section 50a according to the received command (performs various effects based on the image). In addition to the various effects performed by the image control board 140, the effect control board 120 outputs sound from the speaker 52 via the sound control circuit 161 (executes various sound effects), and the sub-drive board. Via 162, the frame lamp 53 is lit (executing various effects by light emission), and the board movable body 55k is operated (executing various effects by action). In addition, various effects include a special figure variation effect, a jackpot game effect (big hit opening effect, round effect, jackpot ending effect), a customer waiting effect, an operation effect, and a look-ahead effect.

The effect control microcomputer 121 subsequently permits an interrupt (S4005). Thereafter, steps S4002 to S4005 are looped. While interrupts are enabled, reception interrupt processing (S4010), 1 ms timer interrupt processing (S4011), and 10 ms timer interrupt processing (S4012) can be executed. The 1 ms timer interrupt processing (S4011) and the 10 ms timer interrupt processing (S4012) will be described later.

The reception interrupt process (S4010) is executed each time a strobe signal, that is, various commands sent from the game control board 100 is input to the external INT input section of the effect control microcomputer 121. In the reception interrupt process (S4010), the effect control microcomputer 121 stores various commands transmitted and received by the output process (S101) of the game control board 100 in the receive buffer of the effect RAM124. This reception interrupt process is executed with priority over other interrupt processes (S4011, S4012).

[1 ms timer interrupt processing]
Next, 1 ms timer interrupt processing will be described with reference to FIG. The 1ms timer interrupt process (S4011) is executed each time an interrupt pulse with a 1msec cycle is input to the effect control board 120. The effect control microcomputer 121 first performs input processing (S4101) in the 1 ms timer interrupt processing (S4011). In the input process, the effect control microcomputer 121 creates the first effect button switch data based on the detection signal from the first effect button sensor 40a. The effect control microcomputer 121 creates second effect button switch data based on the detection signal from the second effect button sensor 41a.

Subsequently, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs light emission data output processing (S4102). In the light emission data output process, the effect control microcomputer 121 outputs the light emission data created in the light emission data creation process (S4203) in the 10ms timer interrupt process described later in order to cause the frame lamp 53 to emit light at a timing suitable for the image effect. is output to the sub-drive board 162 . That is, the effect control microcomputer 121 causes the frame lamp 53 to emit light in a predetermined light emission mode according to the light emission data.

Next, the production control microcomputer 121 performs mobile device control processing (S4103). In the movable device control process, the effect control microcomputer 121 creates or outputs drive data (data for driving the movable board 55k) in order to drive the movable board 55k at a predetermined timing. That is, the effect control microcomputer 121 drives the board movable body 55k in a predetermined operation mode according to the drive data.

Next, the production control microcomputer 121 performs timer update processing (S4104). In the timer update process, various timers provided in the performance RAM 124, which will be described later, are updated in order to manage and control the time relating to various predetermined performances. In this process, the timer provided in the effect RAM 124 is updated by 1 msec.

Then, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs watchdog timer processing for resetting the watchdog timer (S4105), and ends the 1ms timer interrupt processing.

[10 ms timer interrupt processing]
Next, the 10ms timer interrupt processing will be described with reference to FIG. The 10ms timer interrupt process (S4012) is executed each time an interrupt pulse with a 10msec cycle is input to the effect control board 120. The effect control microcomputer 121, in the 10 ms timer interrupt process, first performs a received command analysis process for analyzing the command stored in the receive buffer at step S4010 (S4201). The received command analysis process will be described in detail in the basic embodiment described later.

Next, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs voice control processing (S4202). In the audio control process, based on the effect content indicated by the special figure fluctuation effect data set in the effect RAM 124, etc., the audio data (data for controlling the output of the sound from the speaker 52) is created and sent to the audio control circuit 161. is output.

Next, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs light emission data creation processing (S4203). In the light emission data creation process, the light emission data is created based on the effect content indicated by the special figure variation effect data set in the effect RAM 124 and the like.

[Receive command analysis processing]
Next, the received command analysis processing will be described with reference to FIGS. 46 and 47. FIG. Production control microcomputer 121, in the received command analysis process, first, from the game control board 100 start winning command (first starting winning command or second starting winning command) received or not, in other words, received starting winning command It is determined whether or not the data is stored in the buffer (S4301). If the effect control microcomputer 121 has received the start winning command (YES at S4301), it proceeds to step S4302.

In step S4302, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs start winning process in response to the game ball winning the first start hole 11 or the second start hole 12. FIG. In the start winning process, the received starting winning command is stored in the starting winning command reserve storage unit 125 in the RAM 124 for performance. Next, the effect control microcomputer 121 analyzes the stored start winning command and determines whether or not to execute a look-ahead effect indicating the degree of expectation for a big hit. The look-ahead effect includes, in addition to a pending notice of displaying a pending icon in a special mode, a continuous notice effect performed over a plurality of consecutive variable displays of special symbols. When it is decided to execute these look-ahead effects, a look-ahead effect start command for executing the determined effect is set in the output buffer of the RAM 124 for effect.

When the pre-reading effect start command set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124 is transmitted to the image control board 140 by the command transmission process (S4004), the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 outputs a predetermined effect from the image ROM 142. The image is read out, and the display section 50a of the image display device 50 performs a look-ahead effect using the image. Further, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs voice control according to the content of the prefetch effect indicated by the prefetch effect start command transmitted to the image control board 140 while the image control board 140 is performing the prefetch effect by the image. A sound is output from the speaker 52 via the circuit 161 (performs the prefetch effect by the sound), and the frame lamp 53 is emitted via the sub-drive board 162 (performs the prefetch effect by light emission), and the board movable body It is possible to activate 55k (perform a look-ahead effect by action).

In step S4303, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the design designation command is received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether or not the design designation command is stored in the reception buffer. If the design designation command is not received (NO at S4303), the effect control microcomputer 121 proceeds to step S4305. is stored in the pattern designation command storage unit 126 (S4304).

In step S4305, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the special figure fluctuation start command is received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether or not the special figure fluctuation start command is stored in the reception buffer. If the special figure fluctuation start command is not received (NO in S4305), while proceeding to step S4307, if the special figure fluctuation start command is received (YES in S4305), the production contents of the special figure fluctuation production are determined. , Special figure fluctuation production start processing (S4306) for starting the special figure fluctuation production is performed.

The production control microcomputer 121 first stores a special figure fluctuation start command in the special figure fluctuation start command storage unit 127 in the production RAM 124 in the special figure fluctuation production start processing. Next, based on the contents of the stop special figure indicated by the symbol designation command already stored in step S4304 (type of jackpot symbol, loss special figure) and the special figure variation pattern indicated by the special figure variation start command, the effect symbol EZ1 to be stopped and displayed to EZ3, and the stop symbol pattern determination table for determining the stop symbol to determine the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3. A plurality of stop symbol pattern determination tables are provided in association with special figures and special figure variation patterns. Therefore, the effect control microcomputer 121 selects one stop symbol pattern determination table associated with the stop special figure and the special figure variation pattern. In each stop design pattern determination table, a plurality of production designs EZ1 to EZ3 and small designs KZ1 to KZ3 have a random number value for stop design pattern determination (stop design pattern determination) so as to have a predetermined allocation rate (%). value) are distributed. Next, the effect control microcomputer 121 acquires the value indicated by the stop symbol pattern determination random number counter as the stop symbol pattern determination random number, and performs stop symbol pattern determination based on the acquired stop symbol pattern determination random number.

The performance control microcomputer 121 collates the acquired stop symbol pattern determination random number with the selected stop symbol pattern table in the stop symbol pattern determination, and determines the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 to be stopped and displayed. Then, data representing the determined performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are set in a predetermined area of the RAM 124 for performance. For example, a combination of performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is selected so that the special figure variation pattern is a reach-less loss variation, so-called "separate eyes". In addition, if the special figure fluctuation pattern is reach and loss fluctuation, the left production pattern EZ1 and the right production pattern EZ3 are the same, and the middle production pattern EZ2 is different from them. A KZ3 combination is selected. Furthermore, if the special figure variation pattern is a big hit variation, a combination of the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 is selected so that it becomes a so-called "double eye" according to the production mode and the type of the big hit pattern. .

Next, the production control microcomputer 121 selects a special figure fluctuation production pattern in which the production contents of the special figure fluctuation production are associated based on the special figure fluctuation pattern indicated by the staying production mode and the special figure fluctuation start command. A special figure variation performance pattern determination table for performing special figure variation performance pattern determination to be determined is selected. A plurality of special figure fluctuation effect pattern determination tables are provided in association with the effect mode and the special figure fluctuation pattern. Therefore, the production control microcomputer 121 selects one special figure fluctuation production pattern determination table associated with the special figure fluctuation pattern. In each special figure fluctuation production pattern determination table, one or more special figure fluctuation production pattern has a random number value for special figure fluctuation production pattern judgment (special figure fluctuation production pattern judgment value) are distributed. Subsequently, the production control microcomputer 121 acquires the value indicated by the special figure fluctuation production pattern determination random number counter as a special figure fluctuation production pattern judgment random number, and special figure based on the acquired special figure fluctuation production pattern judgment random number. Variation performance pattern determination is performed.

In the special figure fluctuation production pattern determination, the production control microcomputer 121 collates the acquired special figure fluctuation production pattern determination random number with the selected special figure fluctuation production pattern table, determines the special figure fluctuation production pattern, and determines. Data representing the special figure variation performance pattern is set in a predetermined area of the performance RAM 124, and a special figure variation performance start command indicating the special figure variation performance pattern is set in the output buffer of the performance RAM 124. - 特許庁

When the special figure variation effect start command set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124 is transmitted to the image control board 140 by the command transmission process (S4004), the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 receives a predetermined amount from the image ROM 142. The effect image is read out, and the display unit 50a of the image display device 50 performs a special figure variation effect by the image.

In addition, the special figure fluctuation production start command includes information regarding the production flow associated with the special figure fluctuation pattern indicated by the special figure fluctuation start command. In addition to the special figure fluctuation production start command by the image performed by the image display device 50, the special figure fluctuation production by the sound output from the speaker 52, the special figure by the light emission performed by the frame lamp 53 The contents of the figure fluctuation production and the contents of the special figure fluctuation production by the action performed by the board movable body 55k are included.

In addition, the production control microcomputer 121, while the special figure fluctuation production by the image performed by the image control board 140 is being performed, the special figure fluctuation production contents indicated by the special figure fluctuation production start command transmitted to the image control board 140 In response, output the sound from the speaker 52 through the voice control circuit 161 (execute the special figure fluctuation effect by the sound), and emit the frame lamp 53 through the sub-drive board 162 (special figure by light emission (performs the variation performance), and operates the board movable body 55k (performs the special figure variation performance by the action).

In step S4307, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the special figure fluctuation stop command is received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether or not the special figure fluctuation stop command is stored in the reception buffer. Production control microcomputer 121, if the special figure fluctuation stop command is not received (NO in S4307), while proceeding to step S4309, if the special figure fluctuation stop command is received (YES in S4307), special figure fluctuation A special figure fluctuation production end process (S4308) for ending the production (stopping the variable display of the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 and performing stop display) is performed.

The production control microcomputer 121 analyzes the special figure fluctuation stop command in the special figure fluctuation production end processing, and appropriately ends the special figure fluctuation production based on the analysis result (production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and small pattern KZ1 To stop the fluctuation display of ~KZ3) set the special figure fluctuation effect end command to the output buffer of the RAM 124 for effect. When the image control board 140 receives the special figure variation effect end command, it ends the special figure variation effect being executed (stops the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 being changed).

In step S4309, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the game state command is received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether or not the game state command is stored in the reception buffer. If the game state command is not received (NO in S4309), the effect control microcomputer 121 proceeds to step S4311, and if the game state command is received (YES in S4309), the game state command is analyzed. , to specify the game state represented by the game state command, and perform a game state setting process for setting the game state (S4310).

The effect control microcomputer 121 sets a game state flag corresponding to the game state indicated by the game state command in the game state flag area of the effect RAM 124 in the game state setting process. For example, the effect control microcomputer 121 sets the game state flag “00H” in the game state flag area of the effect RAM 124 if the game state indicated by the game state command is the normal game state. Also, the effect control microcomputer 121 sets the game state flag “01H” in the game state flag area of the effect RAM 124 if the game state indicated by the game state command is the high probability high base game state. Furthermore, the effect control microcomputer 121 sets the game state flag “02H” in the game state flag area of the effect RAM 124 if the game state indicated by the game state command is the low probability high base game state.

In step S4311, the production control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the customer waiting command is received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether or not the customer waiting command is stored in the reception buffer. If the production control microcomputer 121 has not received the customer waiting command (NO at S4311), it proceeds to step S4313, and if it has received the customer waiting command (YES at S4311), the customer waiting production standby process is performed. (S4312), the received command analysis process ends.

In the customer waiting effect waiting process, the effect control microcomputer 121 sets the waiting time (customer waiting effect waiting time: for example, 20 seconds) from the stop display of the effect pattern to the start of the customer waiting effect as the customer waiting effect. Set a timer. Note that the effect control microcomputer 121 can determine whether or not this waiting time has passed. output buffer.

In step S4313, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the opening command is received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether or not the opening command is stored in the reception buffer. If the effect control microcomputer 121 has not received the opening command (NO in S4313), while proceeding to step S4315, if the opening command has been received (YES in S4313), the jackpot associated with the start of the opening of the jackpot game Opening effect start processing is performed (S4314).

The performance control microcomputer 121 analyzes the opening command in the jackpot opening performance start processing, and determines whether or not to execute the jackpot opening performance corresponding to the opening of the jackpot game to be executed based on the analysis result. If it is to be executed, the performance content of the jackpot opening performance (jackpot opening performance pattern) is selected, and a jackpot opening performance start command for starting the jackpot opening performance in the selected jackpot opening performance pattern is output from the performance RAM 124. set in the buffer.

In step S4315, the production control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the round number designation command is received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether or not the round number designation command is stored in the reception buffer. If the round number designation command is not received (NO in S4315), while proceeding to step S4317, if the round number designation command is received (YES in S4315), the round production start processing is performed along with the start of the round game. (S4316).

In the round effect start processing, the effect control microcomputer 121 analyzes the round number designation command, determines whether or not to execute the round effect corresponding to the round game to be started from now on, and executes the round effect if it is to be executed. (round performance pattern) is selected, and a round performance start command corresponding to the selected round performance pattern is set in the output buffer of the RAM 124 for performance.

In step S4317, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the ending command is received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether or not the ending command is stored in the reception buffer. If the ending command has not been received (NO at S4317), while ending the received command analysis process, if the ending command has been received (YES at S4317), the jackpot ending effect start processing accompanying the start of the jackpot game ending ( After performing S4318) and effect mode setting processing (S4319), the received command analysis processing ends.

The effect control microcomputer 121 analyzes the ending command in the jackpot ending effect start processing, determines whether or not to execute the jackpot ending effect according to the ending of the jackpot game to be executed from now on, and executes it. The performance contents of the jackpot ending performance (jackpot ending performance pattern) are selected, and a jackpot ending performance start command corresponding to the selected jackpot ending performance pattern is set in the output buffer of the RAM 124 for performance.

In addition, in the effect mode setting process, the effect control microcomputer 121 sets the effect mode after the jackpot game based on the analysis result of the ending command, specifically, the jackpot pattern indicated by the ending command (the effect mode is set). control).

For example, when the jackpot pattern indicated by the jackpot ending command is the jackpot pattern A or the jackpot pattern D, the production control microcomputer 121 sets the variable probability production mode suggesting a high probability high base game state. Then, a performance mode flag indicating the variable probability performance mode is turned on in a predetermined area of the performance RAM 124, and a variable probability performance mode start command indicating setting of the variable probability performance mode is set in the output buffer of the RAM 124 for performance. When the probability variable effect mode start command set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124 is transmitted to the image control board 140 by the command transmission process (S4004), the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 is at the timing when the ending ends. , the background image G120 for probability variation is displayed as the background image, and BGM for probability variation is output as BGM.

When the jackpot pattern indicated by the jackpot ending command is jackpot pattern B, jackpot pattern C, or jackpot pattern E, the effect control microcomputer 121 selects either a high-probability high-base game state or a low-probability high-base game state. Set a time-saving production mode that is difficult to determine or impossible to determine. Then, the effect control microcomputer 121 turns ON the effect mode flag indicating the time saving effect mode in a predetermined area of the effect RAM 124, and outputs a time saving effect mode start command indicating that the time saving effect mode is set to the output buffer of the effect RAM 124. set to When the time-saving production mode start command set in the output buffer of the production RAM 124 is transmitted to the image control board 140 by the command transmission process (S4004), the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 is at the timing when the ending ends. , the time saving background image G130 is displayed as the background image, and the time saving BGM is output as the BGM.

<First embodiment>
Next, a first embodiment according to the present invention will be described based on the basic embodiment according to the present invention described above. In the following, as the first embodiment, mainly the points different from the basic embodiment will be described. In addition, the same reference numerals and terms are used for the same configurations as in the basic embodiment, or similarly corresponding configurations.

In the pachinko game machine PY1 according to the first embodiment, a time-saving state may be set by an occurrence opportunity different from the jackpot winning, specifically, a low-probability high-base game state. There are two occurrence opportunities other than the jackpot winning. The first occurrence trigger is that a special losing pattern is stopped and displayed. Details will be described later, but there are normal losing patterns and special losing patterns in the losing patterns, and the special variable display in which the special losing patterns are stopped is completed (the stopped special losing patterns Confirm) when it becomes a time saving state (low probability high base game state). The second occurrence opportunity is that the special figure variable display is executed a specific number of times without winning the jackpot in the normal probability state. Although this specific number of times can be set as appropriate, it is set to 800 times in the first embodiment. In the normal probability state, when the special figure variable display is executed a specific number of times, the time saving state (low probability high base game state )become.

It should be noted that, hereinafter, "stop display of a special losing pattern" that triggers the occurrence of the time saving state may also be referred to as "special losing". In addition, ``the special figure variable display is executed a specific number of times without winning a jackpot in the normal game state'', which triggers the time-saving state, is called ``reaching the ceiling'', and the ``specific number'' is called the ``ceiling''. It is sometimes called

Furthermore, hereinafter, the low-probability high-base gaming state triggered by the jackpot winning will be referred to as the "jackpot low-probability high-base gaming state", and the low-probability high-base gaming state triggered by the special loss will be referred to as the "special loss low probability. A low-probability high-base game state triggered by reaching the ceiling may also be referred to as a "low-probability high-base game state of reaching the ceiling". In addition, the time-saving state that constitutes the jackpot low-probability high-base gaming state is called “jackpot time-saving”, and the time-saving state that constitutes the special loss low-probability high-base gaming state is called “special loss time-saving”, and the low-probability high-base to reach the ceiling. The time saving state that constitutes the game state may be referred to as "ceiling time saving".

In addition, although the details will be described later, the end condition of the jackpot low probability high base game state (jackpot time reduction) is that the special figure variable display is executed 100 times without winning the jackpot, and a special loss low probability high base game The termination condition of the state (special loss time reduction) is that the special figure variable display is executed 700 times without winning the jackpot, and the termination condition of the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state (ceiling time reduction) is winning the jackpot. Without special figure variable display is to be executed 1000 times. In the following, the number of executions of the special figure variable display related to the end condition of the low probability high base gaming state is referred to as "time saving specified number of times". Therefore, the prescribed number of times of reduced working hours related to the jackpot (the number of prescribed times of reduced working hours) is 100 times, the prescribed number of reduced working hours related to special loss (special number of reduced working hours) is 700 times, the prescribed number of reduced working hours related to the ceiling (the prescribed number of reduced working hours) ) is 1000 times.

Next, a jackpot symbol according to the first embodiment will be described. In the basic embodiment, 6 types of jackpot patterns are provided, but in the first embodiment, 4 types of jackpot patterns are provided. FIG. 48A is a diagram showing a configuration example of a jackpot symbol type determination table according to the first embodiment. As shown in FIG. 48(A), two types of jackpot patterns, a jackpot pattern A and a jackpot pattern B, are provided as the jackpot patterns of the special figure 1, and the jackpot patterns D and the jackpot are provided as the jackpot patterns of the special figure 2. Two kinds of jackpot patterns of the pattern E are provided.

Incidentally, as shown in FIG. 48(A), in the first embodiment, in the jackpot pattern type determination according to the special figure 1, the jackpot pattern A is selected with a probability of 65% (=65/100), and the jackpot pattern B is selected with a probability of 35% (=35/100). On the other hand, in the jackpot pattern type determination according to the special figure 2, the jackpot pattern D is selected with a probability of 65% (=65/100), and the jackpot pattern E is selected with a probability of 35% (=35/100).

Next, the lost symbols according to the first embodiment will be described. In the basic embodiment, two types of losing patterns, a losing pattern related to the special figure 1 and a losing pattern related to the special figure 2, were provided, but in the first embodiment, three types of losing symbols are provided. . Specifically, one type of losing pattern, the losing pattern A, is provided as the losing pattern related to the special figure 1, and two types of losing patterns, the losing design B and the losing design C, as the losing design related to the special figure 2. is provided. Losing pattern A and losing pattern B are normal losing patterns (normal losing patterns) that cannot trigger a time saving state, and losing pattern C is a special losing pattern (special losing pattern) that can trigger a time saving state. ).

As will be described later, when the game control microcomputer 101 of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 determines "losing" in the jackpot determination, the game controlling microcomputer 101 determines the type of the losing symbol (losing symbol type) based on the losing symbol type determination table. Lose pattern type determination is performed. FIG. 48B is a diagram showing a configuration example of the losing symbol type determination table according to the first embodiment. As shown in FIG. 48(B), the losing pattern type determination table includes a losing pattern type determination table (first losing There is a symbol type determination table) and a losing symbol type determination table (second losing symbol type determination table) used when performing variable display of the special figure 2 based on the winning to the second start port 12.

In addition, in the first embodiment, the special figure-related determination information includes the same losing symbol type random number as the jackpot symbol type random number (random number name: label-TRAND-HZS, numerical range: 0 to 255) as a role. In each losing symbol type determination table, a determination value of a losing symbol type random number (a losing symbol type random number determination value) is assigned to the losing symbol type that is the result of the losing symbol type determination. The pachinko game machine PY1 compares the acquired losing symbol type random numbers with the losing symbol type determination table to determine the losing symbol type, as in the case of the jackpot symbol type determination.

Incidentally, as shown in FIG. 48(B), in the first embodiment, in the lost symbol type determination according to the special figure 1, the lost symbol A is selected with a probability of 100% (=100/100). On the other hand, in the lost design type determination according to the special figure 2, the lost design B is selected with a probability of 98% (=98/100), and the lost design C is selected with a probability of 2% (=2/100).

Next, the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table in the first embodiment will be described. In the first embodiment, the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table is associated with the gaming state. Specifically, the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table includes the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table (normal special figure 2 variation pattern determination table) associated with the normal game state, and the high probability high base game state. The special figure 2 variation pattern determination table (probability variation special figure 2 variation pattern determination table) and the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table (time saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table) associated with the low probability high base gaming state are be.

The time saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table is further associated with the occurrence opportunity and the execution order of the special figure variable display in the low probability high base gaming state. Specifically, the time-saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table includes a non-specific time-saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table and a specific time-saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table. In the non-specific time-saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table, the occurrence opportunity is a jackpot winning, and the execution order of the special figure variable display in the low probability high base gaming state is the 1st to 99th times, and the occurrence opportunity is a special loss, and the ceiling is reached. is mapped to In the specific time saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table, the execution order of the special figure variable display in the low probability high base gaming state is associated with the 100th time.

In addition, the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table associated with the game state, the occurrence opportunity, and the execution order of the special figure variable display in the game state is also associated with the jackpot determination result. And, the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern decision table which is matched with loss in that, is matched also with loss design classification. Furthermore, the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table associated with the losing pattern B is associated with the number of special figure reservations.

Next, the main special figure 2 fluctuation pattern according to the first embodiment and the production (variation configuration production) that constitutes the production flow of the special figure fluctuation production associated with the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern will be described. Figure 49 (A) is a diagram showing a configuration example of the normal special figure 2 variation pattern determination table, Figure 49 (B) is a diagram showing a configuration example of the probability variation special figure 2 variation pattern determination table, Figure 50 (A) , A diagram showing a configuration example of a non-specific time-saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table, FIG. 50 (B) is a diagram showing a configuration example of a specific time-saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table.

As shown in FIG. 49 (A), as a special figure 2 variation pattern in the normal game state, when the jackpot determination result is a jackpot, the challenge jackpot variation is selected, and the jackpot determination result is a loss and the losing pattern type is a losing pattern. In the case of B, challenge losing variation is selected regardless of the number of special figures 2 reserved, and when the big hit determination result is losing and the losing design type is losing design C, challenge sudden variation is selected.

The time-saving revival challenge performance is executed in the special figure variation performance related to any of the challenge jackpot variation, the challenge loss variation, and the challenge sudden variation. Although the production contents of the time-saving revival challenge production will be described later, the time-saving revival challenge production occurs when the low-probability high-base game state is reached even though the low-probability high-base game state has ended and the normal game state has transitioned. When the special figure 2 variable display based on the special figure 2 suspension is executed, the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed and it is an effect that makes you expect to return to the low probability high base game state.

In addition, the special figure 2 variation time related to the challenge jackpot variation is set to "30000 ms (= 30 seconds)", the special figure 2 variation time related to the challenge loss variation is set to "20000 ms (= 20 seconds)", and the challenge impact The special figure 2 fluctuation time related to time fluctuation is set to "25000 ms (= 25 seconds)". Also, hereinafter, the challenge jackpot variation, the challenge losing variation, and the challenge sudden variation are collectively referred to as “challenge variation”.

Also, as shown in FIG. 50 (B), the 100th special figure variable display (hereinafter also referred to as "specific time reduction special figure variable display") Regarding the special figure 2 variation pattern, if the jackpot determination result is a jackpot, the time-saving end fanning jackpot variation is selected, and if the jackpot determination result is a loss and the loss pattern type is a loss pattern B, the number of special figures 2 pending Irrespective of this, when the time-saving end push-losing variation is selected, and the jackpot determination result is a loss and the losing pattern type is the losing pattern C, the time-saving end push-off sudden change is selected.

The time-saving end swaying performance is executed in the special figure variation performance related to any of the time-saving end swaying big hit variation, time-savings end swaying loss variation, and time-saving end swaying sudden variation. The details of the time-saving end fanning production will be described later, but the time-saving end fanning production is the final special figure variable display in the jackpot low probability high base game state. is.

In addition, the special figure 2 fluctuation time related to the time saving end fanning jackpot fluctuation is set to "30000ms (= 30 seconds)", and the special figure 2 variation time relating to the time saving end fanning change is set to "25000ms (= 25 seconds)" And, the special figure 2 fluctuation time related to the time saving end fanning sudden fluctuation is set to "25000 ms (= 25 seconds)". In addition, in the following, the time-saving end swaying jackpot fluctuation, the time-savings end swaying loss variation, and the time-savings end swaying sudden change are collectively referred to as “time-saving end swaying variation”.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 50 (A), special figure variable display other than the 100th time in the low probability high base game state where the occurrence opportunity is a jackpot winning, and the occurrence opportunity is a special loss, and a low probability high that the ceiling is reached Special figure variable display in a low probability high base game state other than the 100th special figure variable display after the base game state, in other words, the low probability high base game state in which the trigger is a jackpot winning (hereinafter referred to as "unspecified short time When the big hit determination result is a big hit, it is determined as a predetermined reach big hit change. In the predetermined ready-to-win jackpot variation, the ready-to-win performance is executed according to the performance mode after the normal variation is performed first and then the ready-to-win is established.

Regarding the special figure 2 variation pattern related to the non-specific time-saving special figure variable display, if the jackpot determination result is a loss and the loss pattern type is a loss pattern B, the predetermined reach loss variation, reach gase loss variation, shortened A loss variation, and shortening It is determined to be one of the B loss fluctuations.

The shortened A losing variation and the shortened B losing variation correspond to the normal A losing variation and the normal B losing variation, and are configured by shortening the special figure variation time of the normal A losing variation and the normal B losing variation. there is Therefore, normal variation is performed in the special figure variation performance related to the shortened A loss variation and the special figure variation performance related to the shortened B loss variation. However, the production time of the normal variation performed by the shortened A loss variation and the shortened B loss variation is compared to the normal variation related to the normal A loss variation and the normal B loss variation as the special figure variation time is shortened. short. In addition, shortened A loss variation and shortened B loss variation may be collectively referred to as "shortened loss variation".

Also, the predetermined reach loss variation corresponds to the predetermined reach big hit variation in terms of the content of the performance. In the special figure variation effect related to the predetermined reach loss variation, after the normal variation is performed first, after the reach is established, the reach effect corresponding to the effect mode is executed. Furthermore, in the special figure fluctuation production related to the reach loss fluctuation, after the normal fluctuation is performed first, as a result of the reach fanning production that incites whether or not the reach is established, the reach is not established and the reach loss is shown. The stop display of the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 is performed, and the special figure fluctuation production ends.

Furthermore, regarding the special figure 2 variation pattern related to the non-specific time-saving special figure variable display, if the jackpot determination result is a loss and the loss pattern type is a loss pattern C, the jackpot determination result is a loss and the loss pattern type is a loss pattern B It is determined to be a shortened A loss variation or a shortened B loss variation that can be determined even in the case. Although the details will be described later, the special figure variable display other than the special figure variable display that constitutes the end condition of the low probability high base gaming state, even if the losing pattern C is stopped and displayed, the time saving state is not newly set. In the special figure variation performance related to the special figure variable display other than the special figure variable display that constitutes this end condition, normal variation is performed in the same manner as in the case of the lost symbol B.

Next, the jackpot gaming state according to the first embodiment will be described. In the first embodiment, the jackpot game component is associated with the jackpot symbol type. FIG. 51(A) is a diagram showing a configuration example of a jackpot game control table according to the first embodiment.

As shown in FIG. 51 (A), a jackpot game associated with the jackpot pattern A (hereinafter also referred to as "first jackpot game"), and a jackpot game associated with the jackpot pattern B (hereinafter referred to as "second jackpot game") Also called "jackpot game"), the round game is performed 10 times. Then, in each round game from 1R to 10R, the big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game.

In addition, in the jackpot game associated with the jackpot pattern D (hereinafter also referred to as "fourth jackpot game") and the jackpot game associated with the jackpot pattern E (hereinafter also referred to as "fifth jackpot game"), A round game is played 15 times. Then, in each round game from 1R to 15R, the big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game.

Next, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will explain the specific game state that is newly set upon completion of the jackpot game and the termination conditions for each specific game state. In the first embodiment, the specific game state newly set with the end of the jackpot game, and the end condition for each specific game state are associated with the jackpot symbol type. FIG. 51(B) is a diagram showing a configuration example of a game state setting table representing the relationship between the jackpot symbol type, the specific game state, and the termination condition related to the specific game state according to the first embodiment.

As shown in FIG. 51(B), a high-probability high base game state is set with the end of the jackpot game related to the jackpot pattern A and the jackpot pattern D. As shown in FIG. This high probability high base game state is composed of a high probability state and a time saving state. In addition, end conditions are not set for any of the high probability state and the time saving state that constitute the high probability high base gaming state. Therefore, the high-probability, high-base gaming state set based on the stop display of the jackpot symbol A and the jackpot pattern D can be continued until the next jackpot win.

Further, with the end of the jackpot game related to the jackpot pattern B and the jackpot pattern E, a low-probability high-base game state is set. This low-probability high-base game state is composed of a normal probability state and a time-saving state. In addition, the end condition of the time saving state that constitutes this low probability high base game state is the number of executions of the special figure variable display "100 times". That is, the predetermined number of times of time saving in the time saving state related to the big winning pattern B, hey and the big winning pattern E is "100 times". Therefore, the low probability high base game state set based on the stop display of the jackpot symbol B and the jackpot symbol E can be continued until the special symbol variable display is executed 100 times without winning the jackpot.

Next, a special figure 2 determination process and a special figure 2 variation pattern determination process in the special symbol standby process according to the first embodiment will be described. First, the special figure 2 determination processing will be described. FIG. 52 shows a flowchart of special figure 2 determination processing. As shown in FIG. 52, the game control microcomputer 101, in the special figure 2 determination process, first, as step S1621, determines whether or not the current game state related to the jackpot probability is the normal probability state. When the game control microcomputer 101 determines that it is in the normal probability state, in step S1622, it selects the jackpot determination table for the normal probability state and proceeds to step S1624. If so, in step S1623, the jackpot determination table for the high probability state is selected, and the process proceeds to step S1624.

In step S1624, the game control microcomputer 101 performs big hit determination based on the big hit determination table selected in step S1622 or step S1623. The game control microcomputer 101 reads the first stored special symbol random number stored in the special figure 2 reservation storage unit 105b in the jackpot determination, compares it with the selected jackpot determination table, and hits the jackpot. , or lost.

In step S1625, the game control microcomputer 101 determines whether or not the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot. When the game control microcomputer 101 determines that it is a jackpot, it selects the jackpot symbol type determination table related to the special figure 2 in step S1626, and performs jackpot symbol type determination in step S1627.

In the jackpot pattern type determination, the game control microcomputer 101 reads out the first stored jackpot pattern type random number stored in the special figure 2 reservation storage unit 105b, and compares it to the jackpot pattern type determination table. Then, it is determined which jackpot symbol type it is. When the game control microcomputer 101 performs the jackpot pattern type determination, in step S1628, the pattern type flag indicating the jackpot pattern type, which is the determination result, is set in a predetermined area of the game RAM 104, and in step S1629, the determination result. A symbol specifying command indicating the jackpot symbol type is set in the output buffer provided in the game RAM 104, the special symbol 2 determination process is finished, and the process is returned to the special symbol standby process.

When the game control microcomputer 101 determines that it is not a big hit in step S1625, in step S1630, it selects the losing symbol type determination table related to the special figure 2, and performs losing symbol type determination in step S1631.

The game control microcomputer 101, in the losing symbol type determination, reads out the one stored first among the losing symbol type random numbers stored in the special figure 2 reservation storage unit 105b, and collates it with the losing symbol type determination table. Then, it is determined which of the lost symbol types it is. When the game control microcomputer 101 performs the losing symbol type determination, in step S1632, it sets the symbol type flag indicating the losing symbol type as the determination result in a predetermined area of the game RAM 104, and in step S1633, the determination result. Set the symbol designation command indicating the lost symbol type to the output buffer provided in the game RAM 104, finish the special figure 2 determination process, and return the process to the special symbol standby process.

Next, the special figure 2 variation pattern determination processing according to the first embodiment will be described. FIG. 53 shows a flowchart of special figure 2 variation pattern determination processing according to the first embodiment. As shown in FIG. 53, the game control microcomputer 101 determines whether or not it is in the normal game state as step S1641 in the special figure 2 pattern determination process. When the game control microcomputer 101 determines that it is in the normal game state, in step S1672, selects the normal special figure 2 variation pattern determination table described above, and proceeds to step S1678. In step S1673, it is determined whether or not it is in the high probability high base state.

When the game control microcomputer 101 determines that it is in the high probability high base game state in step S1673, in step S1674, it selects the above-mentioned probability variation special figure 2 variation pattern determination table, and proceeds to step S1678, while high probability high When it is determined that it is not in the base game state, in step S1675, it is determined whether or not the special figure 2 variable display to be started from now on is the 100th special figure variable display after becoming a jackpot low probability high base state.

When the game control microcomputer 101 determines that it is not the 100th special figure variable display in step S1675, in step S1676, selects the above-mentioned non-specific time saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table, While proceeding to step S1678, When it is determined that it is the 100th special figure variable display, in step S1677, the above-mentioned specific time saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table is selected, and the process proceeds to step S1678.

In step S1678, the game control microcomputer 101 checks the symbol type flag and the like, and determines whether or not the special figure 2 lottery result is a big hit. When the game control microcomputer 101 determines that the special figure 2 lottery result is a big hit, in step S1679, the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table selected in either step S1672, step S1674, step S1676, or step S1677 Among them, select the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table associated with the big hit, and proceed to step S1685. On the other hand, when the game control microcomputer 101 determines that the special figure 2 lottery result is not a big hit, in step S1680, it checks the symbol type flag and the like, and determines whether the special figure 2 lottery result is a losing symbol C. judge.

When the game control microcomputer 101 determines that the special figure 2 lottery result is the losing pattern C, in step S1681, the special figure 2 variation pattern determination selected in either step S1672, step S1674, step S1676, or step S1677 Among the tables, select the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table associated with the losing design C, and proceed to step S1685. On the other hand, when the game control microcomputer 101 determines that the special figure 2 lottery result is not the losing pattern C, in step S1682, the special figure 2 reservation number counter and the like are checked, and the special figure 2 reservation number is 3 to 4. Determine whether or not there is

Game control microcomputer 101, when it is determined that the special figure 2 reservation number is not 3 to 4, in step S1683, step S1672, step S1674, step S1676, or special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination selected in any of step S1677 Among the tables, select the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table associated with the special figure 2 reservation number 0 to 2 in the losing pattern B, and proceed to step S1685. On the other hand, when the game control microcomputer 101 determines that the special figure 2 reservation number is 3 to 4, in step S1684, step S1672, step S1674, step S1676, or special figure 2 variation selected in any of step S1677 In the pattern determination table, select the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table associated with the special figure 2 reservation number 3 to 4 in the losing pattern B, and proceed to step S1685.

The game control microcomputer 101 selects the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table in step S1679, step S1681, step S1683, or step S1684, in step S1685, special figure 2 based on the selected special figure 2 variation pattern determination table Perform fluctuation pattern judgment.

The game control microcomputer 101 reads out the first stored special figure variation pattern random number stored in the special figure 2 reservation storage unit 105b in the special figure 2 variation pattern determination, and the special figure variation The special figure 2 variation pattern is determined by collating with the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table in which the pattern random number is selected.

Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 101, in step S1686, sets the special figure 2 variation start command indicating the determined special figure 2 variation pattern to the output buffer, and in step S1687, the determined special figure 2 variation pattern The corresponding special figure fluctuation time is set in the special operation timer, the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination processing is terminated, and the processing is returned to the special symbol standby processing.

Next, a special symbol determination process according to the first embodiment will be described. FIG. 54 is a diagram showing a flowchart of the special symbol determination process according to the first embodiment. By this special pattern confirmation process, setting of time saving state triggered by stop display of losing pattern C (shift to low probability high base game state), determination of whether ceiling reaching is performed, and generation of ceiling reaching Control regarding the setting of the time saving state as a trigger (transition to the low probability high base game state) is performed.

In the special symbol determination process (S1504), the game control microcomputer 101 first determines whether or not to end the stop display of the special symbols in step S1751, that is, the special symbol determination time set in the special operation timer in step S1703. It is determined whether or not it has passed (special action counter=0). If the game control microcomputer 101 does not end the stop display of the special symbols, it ends the special symbol determination process, and if it ends the stop display of the special symbols, in step S1752, the special symbol currently stopped and displayed is a jackpot symbol. Determine whether or not The game control microcomputer 101 proceeds to step S1768 if it is a jackpot pattern, and if it is not a jackpot pattern, determines in step S1753 whether or not it is currently in a normal probability state (high probability flag is OFF).

If the game control microcomputer 101 is not in the normal probability state, the process proceeds to step S1763, and if it is in the normal probability state, in step S1754, it is determined whether or not the time saving state (the time saving flag is ON). If the game control microcomputer 101 is not in the time saving state, the process proceeds to step S1758, and if it is in the time saving state, in step S1755, the remaining number of times of variable display of special symbols that can be executed in the time saving state is measured (time saving remaining number of times). "1" is subtracted from the value of the time saving remaining number counter, and in step S1756, it is determined whether or not the value of the time saving remaining number counter is "0".

Game control microcomputer 101, if the value of the time saving remaining number counter (time saving remaining number of times) is not "0", proceeds to step S1758, if the value of the time saving remaining number counter (time saving remaining number of times) is "0", In step S1757, the non-time saving state is set (turning off the time saving flag), and the process proceeds to step S1758.

In step S1758, the game control microcomputer 101 determines whether or not the value of the ceiling remaining number counter for measuring the remaining number of times (ceiling remaining number of times) that can be executed until the ceiling is reached is greater than "0". do.

The game control microcomputer 101 proceeds to step S1765 if the ceiling remaining number of times is not greater than "0", and subtracts "1" from the value of the ceiling remaining number counter if the ceiling remaining number of times is greater than "0" (S1759). , the value of the ceiling remaining number counter is "0" (S1760).

If the ceiling remaining number of times is not "0", the game control microcomputer 101 proceeds to step S1765, and if the ceiling remaining number of times is "0", in step S1761, it shifts from the non-time saving state to the time saving state (time saving flag is turned ON), and the time saving state is set by setting the time saving prescribed number of times "1000" related to the end condition of the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state to the time saving remaining number counter (S1761), In step S1762, A command indicating that the ceiling has been reached (ceiling reaching designation command) is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104, and the process proceeds to step S1763.

In step S1763, the game control microcomputer 101 confirms ON/OFF of the high probability flag and ON/OFF of the time saving flag, and sets a game state designation command indicating the current game state to the output buffer of the game RAM 104. Then, in step S1764, the special action status is changed to "1", and the special symbol confirmation process is terminated.

Also, the game control microcomputer 101 determines whether or not the special symbol currently stopped and displayed is the losing symbol C in step S1765. The game control microcomputer 101 proceeds to step S1763 if it is not the losing pattern C, and if it is the losing pattern C, in step S1766 it determines whether or not it is in the non-time saving state (the time saving flag is OFF).

If the game control microcomputer 101 is not in a non-working time saving state, it proceeds to step S1763, and if it is in a non-working time saving state, in step S1767, it shifts from the non-working time saving state to the working time saving state (turns on the working time saving flag), and special The time saving state is set by setting the time saving prescribed number of times "700" related to the end condition of the loss low probability high base game state to the time saving remaining number counter, and the process proceeds to step S1763.

The game control microcomputer 101 resets the value of the ceiling remaining number counter in step S1768. Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 101 resets the game state (sets the normal game state) in step S1769. Specifically, the game control microcomputer 101 turns off the high probability flag and the time saving flag, and sets the value of the time saving remaining number counter to "0".

Further, the game control microcomputer 101 performs a jackpot game preparation process in step S1770, changes the special action status to "4" in step S1771, and ends the special symbol determination process.

The game control microcomputer 101 sets a jackpot game control table corresponding to the jackpot symbol type in a predetermined area of the game RAM 104 in the jackpot game preparation process. In addition, a jackpot opening flag indicating that the opening corresponding to the stopped jackpot pattern is in progress is turned on in a predetermined area of the game RAM 104, and a predetermined opening time (jackpot game is started) is set according to the jackpot pattern type. to the start of one round) is set in the special action timer. Furthermore, an opening command indicating the type of the jackpot pattern is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 according to the jackpot pattern type. The opening command corresponding to the type of the jackpot symbol indicates that the jackpot game (opening of the jackpot game) corresponding to the type of the stop-displayed jackpot symbol is started.

In addition, the game control microcomputer 101 sets the game state to be controlled after the jackpot game in the game state setting process (S1506). , a specific number of times (800 times in the first embodiment) relating to the ceiling is set. By this process, since the normal probability state is newly set, the number of executions of the special figure variable display related to reaching the ceiling is counted.

In addition, the game control microcomputer 101 sets the game state to be controlled after the jackpot game in the game state setting process (S1506). In a predetermined area, a variation count designation flag for designating the count of the execution count of the special figure variable display in the jackpot low probability high base game state is turned ON.

Then, the game control microcomputer 101, just before performing the special figure 1 variation pattern determination process and the special figure 2 variation pattern determination process, if the variation count designation flag is turned on, the jackpot low probability high base game state Add "1" to the counter value of the counter (jackpot time-saving variation count counter) that counts the number of executions of the special figure variable display (jackpot time-saving variation number counter) (not shown). On top of that, the game control microcomputer 101, for example, when determining whether or not it is the 100th special figure variable display after entering the jackpot low probability high base game state in step S1675, the jackpot time reduction fluctuation number count Refers to the counter value of a counter.

In addition, the jackpot time-saving variation frequency counter is provided in a predetermined area of the game RAM 104, for example. In addition, the game control microcomputer 101, when setting the non-time-saving state in step S1757, and when resetting the game state in step S1769, turns off the fluctuation number counting designation flag and resets the jackpot time-saving fluctuation number counting counter. processing shall also be performed.

Next, a game flow of the pachinko game machine PY1 according to the first embodiment will be described. FIG. 55 is a diagram schematically showing the main game flow of the pachinko game machine PY1. When power is supplied to the pachinko game machine PY1, the normal game state is set as the game state, and the normal performance mode indicating the normal game state is set as the performance mode. In the pachinko game machine PY1, the game progresses in this normal game state, and the situation in which the normal effect mode is executed in the normal game state is the starting point of the game flow related to the pachinko game machine PY1.

In the normal game state constituted by the non-time-saving state, a game aiming at winning a jackpot in a special figure 1 lottery by winning the first starting port 11 by hitting to the left is mainly performed. When the special figure 1 lottery is executed, the special figure 1 variable display is performed. When a jackpot is won in the special figure 1 lottery, the jackpot pattern is stopped and displayed in the special figure 1 variable display, but the jackpot patterns related to the special figure 1 include a jackpot pattern A and a jackpot pattern B.例文帳に追加

When the jackpot symbol A is stopped and displayed, the first jackpot game is executed, and when the first jackpot game ends, the high-probability, high-base game state is entered and the variable-probability performance mode is entered. That is, based on the execution of the stop display of the jackpot symbol A in the normal game state, through the first jackpot game, from the normal game state to the high probability high base game state, and from the normal production mode to the probability variable production mode. In addition, the end condition is not set in the high probability high base game state in this case, and the end condition is not set in the probability variable production mode accordingly. Therefore, when the high-probability high-base game state and the variable-probability performance mode are entered by the stop display of the jackpot symbol A, the high-probability high-base game state and the variable-probability performance mode are continued until the next big win is won.

On the other hand, when the jackpot symbol B is stopped and displayed, the second jackpot game is executed, and when the second jackpot game ends, the low-probability high-base game state is entered and the time-saving performance mode is entered. That is, based on the execution of the stop display of the jackpot symbol B in the normal game state, the normal game state is shifted to the low probability high base game state through the second jackpot game, and the normal production mode is reduced to time reduction production. mode. In this case, the condition for ending the low-probability high-base gaming state (jackpot low-probability high-base gaming state) is that the special figure variable display is executed 100 times without winning the jackpot in the low-probability high-base gaming state. Accordingly, the end condition of the time saving performance mode is also set such that the special figure variable display is executed 100 times without winning the jackpot in the time saving performance mode. Therefore, due to the stop display of the jackpot symbol B, when it becomes a low probability high base game state and a short working time production mode, the special figure variable display is executed 100 times in the low probability high base game state and the short working time production mode. The low-probability high-base game state and the time-saving performance mode are continued.

In addition, in a high-probability high-base game state constituted by a time-saving state, a game aiming at winning a jackpot in a special figure 2 lottery by winning the second starting port 12 by hitting to the right is mainly performed. When the special figure 2 lottery is executed, the special figure 2 variable display is performed. When a big win is won in the special figure 2 lottery, the big win patterns are stopped and displayed in the special figure 2 variable display.

When the stop display of the jackpot pattern D is performed in the high-probability high-base game state, the third jackpot game is executed, and when the third jackpot game ends, the high-probability high-base game state is entered and the probability variable performance mode is entered. Become. That is, based on the stop display of the jackpot symbol D in the high-probability high-base game state, the high-probability high-base game state is newly set through the third jackpot game, and the probability variable production mode is changed. Newly set.

On the other hand, when the stop display of the jackpot pattern E is performed in the high-probability high-base game state, the fourth jackpot game is executed, and when the fourth jackpot game ends, the state changes to the low-probability high-base game state and time-saving performance. become a mode. That is, based on the stop display of the jackpot symbol E in the low-probability high-base game state, the high-probability high-base game state is shifted to the low-probability high-base game state through the fourth jackpot game, To shift from a probability variable performance mode to a time saving performance mode.

In addition, even in the low-probability high-base game state constituted by the time-saving state, the game aiming at winning the jackpot in the special figure 2 lottery by winning the second starting port 12 by hitting to the right is mainly played. Therefore, when the jackpot symbol D is stopped and displayed in the low-probability high-base game state, the third jackpot game is executed, and when the third jackpot game ends, the high-probability high-base game state is entered, and the probability variable performance is performed. become a mode. That is, based on the stop display of the jackpot symbol D in the low-probability high-base game state, the transition from the low-probability high-base game state to the high-probability high-base game state is performed via the third jackpot game, To shift from a time-saving production mode to a probability variable production mode.

On the other hand, when the stop display of the jackpot symbol E is performed in the low-probability high-base game state, the fourth jackpot game is executed, and according to the end of the fourth jackpot game, the low-probability high-base game state is entered and time-saving performance is performed. become a mode. That is, based on the execution of the stop display of the jackpot symbol E in the low-probability high-base game state, the low-probability high-base game state is newly set through the fourth jackpot game, and the time reduction production mode is set. Newly set.

In addition, the end condition is not set for the high probability high base game state and the high probability high base game state based on the stop display of the jackpot pattern D in the low probability high base game state, and the probability variable production mode ends accordingly. No conditions have been set. Therefore, when the high-probability high-base game state and the variable-probability performance mode are entered by the stop display of the jackpot pattern D, the high-probability high-base game state and the variable-probability performance mode are continued until the next big win is won.

In addition, the end condition of the low probability high base gaming state (jackpot low probability high base gaming state) based on the stop display of the jackpot symbol E in the high probability high base gaming state and the low probability high base gaming state is the low probability high base The special figure variable display is executed 100 times without winning the jackpot in the game state, and accordingly, the termination condition of the time reduction performance mode is also the execution of the special figure variable display 100 times without winning the jackpot in the time reduction performance mode. is set to be Therefore, due to the stop display of the jackpot pattern E, when it becomes a low probability high base game state and a short working hours production mode, until the special figure variable display is executed 100 times in the low probability high base game state and the short working hours production mode, the The low-probability high-base game state and the time-saving performance mode are continued.

Here, stop display of the lost symbol C will be described. As described above, the stop display of the losing pattern C can be a trigger for the occurrence of the time saving state. However, the stop display of the losing pattern C triggers the occurrence of the time saving state, in principle, when the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed in a non-time saving state, and the stop display of the losing pattern C is time saving. If it is performed in the state, the stop display of the lost pattern C does not trigger the occurrence of a new time saving state. Therefore, in the high-probability high-base game state, variable-probability performance mode, low-probability high-base game state, and time-saving performance mode, even if the losing pattern C is stopped and displayed, a new time-saving state does not occur.

However, exceptionally, the 100th special figure variable display in the low probability high base game state (jackpot low probability high base game state) based on the stop display of the jackpot pattern B or the jackpot pattern E, in other words, the last special figure variable When the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed in the display (hereinafter also referred to as "jackpot time saving final variation"), a time saving state occurs. In the above-described special symbol determination process, before determining whether or not the stopped displayed special symbol is the lost symbol C (S1765), the special symbol is variable without winning the jackpot in the jackpot low-probability high-base gaming state. This is because the display is executed 100 times (the lost pattern C stopped and displayed in the 100th special variable display is confirmed) to cause a non-time saving state (S1753 to S1756). As a result, it becomes a momentary non-time-saving state (normal game state) internally, but the time-saving state is set before the next special figure variable display is started based on the fact that the losing pattern C is stopped and displayed. It will be. Therefore, in this case, substantially, the time saving state (low probability high base game state) is continued without becoming a non time saving state (normal game state). Furthermore, although the details will be described later, in this case, the time saving production mode is also continued.

Therefore, as a result, the special figure variable display is executed 100 times in the low probability high base game state based on the stop display (jackpot winning) of the jackpot symbol B or the jackpot symbol E, and the special figure variable display is executed 100 times. When the stop display of the pattern or the losing pattern C is not performed, in other words, when the stop display of the losing pattern B is performed, the normal game state is entered by the satisfaction of the end condition relating to the jackpot low-probability high-base game state. However, when entering this normal game state, if there is a special figure 2 hold that occurred in the low probability high base game state that was staying just before, in the first embodiment, the special figure 2 variable display Since it is executed with priority over the special figure 1 variable display, the special figure 2 variable display is first performed in the normal game state. Therefore, even in the normal game state, while the special figure 2 variable display is being performed, the special presentation mode different from the normal presentation mode and the time saving presentation mode, especially the special figure variation presentation is performed. In addition, since the upper limit of the special figure 2 pending number is set to 4, in the first embodiment, in the special production mode, a maximum of 4 special figure fluctuation productions (special figure 2 variable display) are executed be.

In addition, in the special performance mode, the special figure 2 variable display is executed based on the special figure 2 reservation although it is in the normal game state. The stop display of the pattern E is performed.

Therefore, when the jackpot symbol D is stopped and displayed in the normal game state and the special performance mode, the third jackpot game is executed, and upon completion of the third jackpot game, a high probability high base game state is entered, It will be a variable production mode. That is, based on the execution of the stop display of the jackpot symbol D in the normal game state and the special effect mode, the normal game state shifts to the high probability high base game state through the third jackpot game, and the special To shift from a production mode to a probability variable production mode.

On the other hand, when the jackpot symbol E is stopped and displayed in the normal game state and the special effect mode, the fourth jackpot game is executed, and when the fourth jackpot game ends, the low probability high base game state is entered, It will be in short-time production mode. That is, based on the fact that the stop display of the jackpot symbol E is executed in the normal game state and the special effect mode, the normal game state shifts to the low probability high base game state through the fourth jackpot game, and the special Shift from production mode to time saving production mode.

In addition, when the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed in the normal game state and the special performance mode, a low-probability high state is set while the normal-probability state is maintained and the time-saving state is set without executing the jackpot game. Along with entering the base game state, it becomes a time-saving performance mode. That is, based on the stop display of the losing pattern C in the normal game state and the special effect mode, the normal game state is shifted to the low probability high base game state without going through the jackpot game, and the special effect is performed. Shift from the mode to the reduction of working hours production mode.

In addition, in the normal game state and in the special production mode, the special figure 2 variable display based on all the special figure 2 reserves remaining when the normal game condition occurs is executed, and the last special figure 2 variable display is a big hit. If the stop display of the design or the losing design C is not performed, in other words, if the stop display of the losing design B is performed, according to the special figure 2 stop display related to the last special figure 2 variable display , the game state is changed from the special performance mode to the normal performance mode while maintaining the normal game state without changing the game state.

In addition, the time saving state is set based on the stop display of the losing pattern C and it becomes a low probability high base game state, but as described above, the end of the low probability high base game state (special loss low probability high base game state) The condition is that the special figure variable display is executed 700 times without winning the jackpot in the low-probability high-base game state, and accordingly, the termination condition of the time-saving performance mode is also without winning the jackpot in the time-saving performance mode. Special figure variable display is set to be executed 700 times. Therefore, due to the stop display of the losing pattern C, when it becomes a low probability high base game state and a short working time production mode, the special figure variable display is executed 700 times in the low probability high base game state and the short working time production mode. The low-probability high-base game state and the time-saving performance mode are continued.

In addition, even in the special low-probability high-base game state, as in the case of the high-probability low-probability base game state, the center is a game aimed at winning a jackpot in the special figure 2 lottery by winning the second start port 12 by hitting to the right. is performed on Therefore, when the stop display of the jackpot pattern D is performed in the special figure 2 variable display, the game shifts to the high probability high base game state through the third jackpot game, and shifts to the probability variable performance mode. On the other hand, when the stop display of the jackpot pattern E is performed in the special figure 2 variable display, the low probability high base game state is newly set through the fourth jackpot game, and the time reduction performance mode is newly set. .

Here, the description of the game flow is returned to the normal game state and the normal effect mode, which is the starting point of the game flow. As described above, when the special figure variable display is executed a specific number of times (800 times) without winning the jackpot in the normal probability state, the time saving state is set by reaching the ceiling. Therefore, after the power is supplied to the pachinko game machine PY1 and the normal game state is set, when the special figure variable display is executed a specific number of times (800 times) without winning the jackpot, the time saving state is set. In this case, since the normal probability state constituting the normal game state is maintained, the normal game state shifts to the low-probability high-base game state by reaching the ceiling.

When reaching the ceiling, the special figure variable display (hereinafter also referred to as "ceiling reaching variation") for a specific number of times has ended (the stop-displayed losing pattern in the special figure variable display is confirmed) Low probability high base Along with entering a game state, a ceiling performance mode different from the normal performance mode, the time-saving performance mode, or the special performance mode is entered. That is, based on reaching the ceiling in the normal game state and the normal production mode, without going through the jackpot game, the normal game state is shifted to the low probability high base game state, and the normal production mode is shifted to the ceiling production mode. do. In addition, although the details of the effect by the ceiling effect mode, especially the special figure fluctuation effect, will be described later, the ceiling effect mode is a effect mode associated with the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state, and the low probability generated by reaching the ceiling It suggests a high base gaming state.

A time saving state is set based on reaching the ceiling and it becomes a low probability high base gaming state, but as described above, the end condition of the low probability high base gaming state (ceiling reaching low probability high base gaming state) is the low probability The special figure variable display is executed 1000 times without winning the jackpot in a high base game state, and accordingly, the condition for ending the ceiling performance mode is that the special figure variable display is 1000 without winning the jackpot in the ceiling performance mode. It is set to run once. Therefore, when the ceiling is reached, the low-probability high-base game state and the ceiling production mode are reached, and the low-probability high-base game state and the ceiling production mode are executed 1000 times. The game state and the ceiling presentation mode are continued.

Even in the base game state with a low probability of reaching the ceiling, as in the case of the high base game state with a low probability of hitting the jackpot, a game aiming at winning a jackpot in the special figure 2 lottery by winning the second start port 12 by hitting to the right is mainly performed. will be Therefore, when the stop display of the jackpot pattern D is performed in the special figure 2 variable display, the game shifts to the high probability high base game state through the third jackpot game, and shifts to the probability variable performance mode. On the other hand, when the jackpot symbol E is stopped and displayed in the special figure 2 variable display, the low-probability high-base game state is newly set through the fourth jackpot game, and the game shifts to the time-saving performance mode.

In addition, the probability of being determined to be a jackpot in the normal probability state is 220/65536 (≈ 1/298). Since the time-saving prescribed number of times related to the state is 1000 times, it is difficult to assume that the last 1000th special figure variable display will be executed in the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state, but if the ceiling reaching low probability high base game The special figure variable display is executed 1000 times without winning the jackpot in the state and the ceiling production mode, and the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed at the 1000th special figure variable display (hereinafter also referred to as "ceiling time reduction final variation"). When it is performed, similarly to the case where the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed in the jackpot time-saving final fluctuation, the time-saving state is newly set and becomes a low-probability high-base game state, which is substantially a low-probability high-base. While the game state continues, the ceiling performance mode is shifted to the time reduction performance mode.

Alternatively, if the special figure variable display is executed 1000 times in the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state and the ceiling production mode, and the stop display of the jackpot pattern or the losing pattern C is not performed in the ceiling time saving final fluctuation, in other words And when the stop display of the losing pattern B is performed, the normal game state is entered according to the end of the ceiling time saving final variation. At this time, if the special figure 2 reserve remains, the ceiling performance mode is shifted to the special performance mode. Then, the special figure 2 variable display is executed in the normal game state and the special effect mode. The subsequent game flow is as described above. Therefore, for example, when the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed in the special figure 2 variable display, the time saving state is set while the normal probability state is maintained, and the normal game state is shifted to the low probability high base game state. At the same time, the normal production mode changes to the time-saving production mode.

Also, after the normal probability state is set, the special figure variable display is executed a specific number of times (800 times) to reach the ceiling. It also includes the setting of the low-probability high base game state by the end of the jackpot game based on the display. This is because the normal probability state constitutes a low probability high base gaming state.

Therefore, when the end condition of the jackpot low-probability high-base game state is satisfied and then the normal game state and the normal production mode are set as described above, the jackpot is set after the jackpot low-probability high-base game state is set. When special figure variable display is executed 800 times without winning, the ceiling is reached. In this case, since the special figure variable display is performed 100 times in the jackpot low probability high base game state, the special figure variable display is performed 700 times without winning the jackpot in the normal game state and the normal production mode. You will reach the ceiling when you are.

Also, as described above, even if the end condition of the jackpot low-probability high-base gaming state is satisfied, if the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed in the jackpot low-probability high-base gaming state final fluctuation in the jackpot low-probability high-base gaming state, it is substantially The low-probability high-base game state and the time-saving performance mode are continued. In this case, since the prescribed number of times of the special figure variable display related to the low-probability high base game state based on the stop display of the losing pattern C is 700 times, the jackpot is not won in the special low-loss probability high base game state. When the special figure variable display is executed 700 times, the normal game state is entered due to the establishment of the end condition. However, since the special figure variable display has been executed 800 times without winning the jackpot since the previous jackpot low probability high base gaming state was set, the jackpot must be won in the special figure variable display. For example, the ceiling will be reached when the end condition of the special loss low probability high base game state is satisfied. As a result, the time reduction state is newly set while the normal probability state is maintained by reaching the ceiling, and the low probability high base game state is entered again, and the time reduction performance mode is changed to the ceiling performance mode.

In the first embodiment, the 800th special figure variable display after the jackpot low probability high base gaming state is set is the last special figure variable that constitutes the establishment of the end condition of the special losing low probability high base gaming state. When the display (hereinafter also referred to as “special loss time-saving final fluctuation”), the loss pattern C is stopped and displayed, in other words, if both the conditions for reaching the ceiling and the conditions for special loss are met, the ceiling is reached priority is given to the establishment of Therefore, in the special losing time-saving final fluctuation, the losing pattern C is stopped and displayed, but when it reaches the ceiling, the time-saving prescribed number of times becomes a low-probability high-base game state of 1000 times, and the time-saving production mode changes to the ceiling production mode. .

In addition, when the normal game state is entered from the jackpot low-probability high-base game state, but the losing pattern C is stopped and displayed in the special performance mode, the special loss causes the low-probability high-base game state from there. Here, since the prescribed number of time reductions related to the low probability high base gaming state is 700 times, for example, when the losing pattern C is stopped and displayed in the fourth special figure 2 variable display in the special production mode, before that The special losing low probability high base game state can be continued until the 804th special figure variable display is executed after the jackpot low probability high base game state. However, in this case, even in a situation where the special figure variable display is not executed the number of time reduction specified times (700 times) in the special loss low probability high base gaming state, the previous jackpot low probability high base gaming state When the 800th special figure variable display ends, the ceiling is reached, and the time saving state due to the ceiling reaching is newly set, and the time saving performance mode is shifted to the ceiling performance mode.

Here, when the low probability high base game state based on various occurrence opportunities of jackpot low probability high base game state, special loss low probability high base game state, and ceiling reach low probability high base game state to normal game state The likelihood of a special loss (possibility of a special loss) will be explained. It should be noted that, in the following, in the low-probability high-base game state based on various occurrence opportunities, it is sometimes referred to as "time reduction omission" to enter the normal game state as it is without becoming a big hit or a special loss.

As described above, the fact that the time saving omission means that the losing pattern B is stopped and displayed in the time saving final fluctuation related to the low probability high base game state based on various occurrence opportunities. Then, as the special figure 2 variation time related to each time saving final variation, 25 seconds is always set when the losing pattern B is stopped and displayed in the big winning time saving final variation. On the other hand, if the losing pattern B is stopped and displayed due to the special loss time saving final change and the ceiling time saving final change, if the number of special figures 2 pending is 0 to 2, it is determined to be 50 seconds with a probability of 5%. , determined to be 10 seconds with a probability of 10%, determined to be 6 seconds with a probability of 65%, determined to be 3 seconds with a probability of 15%, and if the number of special figures 2 pending is 3 to 4, 5% has a probability of 50 seconds, a 10% chance of a 10 second decision, a 15% chance of a 6 second decision, and a 65% chance of a 3 second decision. Therefore, if the losing pattern B is stopped and displayed, regardless of the number of special figures 2 pending, the final variation of the final time-saving jackpot is longer than the final variation of the special losing time-saving and the ceiling time-saving final variation. Extremely high.

Here, in the special figure 2 lottery performed in the normal game state immediately after the time reduction, regardless of the occurrence opportunity related to the low probability high base game state immediately before that, the probability of being determined to the losing pattern C is the same. As the number of special figures 2 reserved increases when the time reduction is removed, the possibility of becoming a special loss in the normal game state immediately after the time reduction is also increased. And, considering that the longer the special figure fluctuation time of the short time final fluctuation, the longer the special figure 2 hold until the short time out with the short time final fluctuation, than the special loss short time final fluctuation and the ceiling short time short final fluctuation, The possibility that the jackpot time-saving final fluctuation will be a special loss in the normal game state immediately after the time-saving exit is also high.

In addition, when the jackpot time saving final variation and the ceiling time saving final variation do not remain, when the special figure 2 reservation does not remain, it becomes a normal game state and a normal production mode.

Next, background images associated with various rendering modes will be described. As described in the basic embodiment, the basic background image is set in various production modes, and when the first part of the special figure fluctuation production is mainly executed, the entire display unit 50a, A basic background image is displayed, and performance patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are displayed superimposed on the basic background image.

FIG. 56 is a diagram showing basic background images in various production modes. Figures 56(A) to 56(E) are the same as Figures 18(A) to 18(E) according to the basic embodiment. FIG. 56(A) shows the first normal background image G111, which is the basic background image in the first normal effect mode, and FIG. 56(B) shows the second normal background image, which is the basic background image in the second normal effect mode. Represents the normal background image G112, FIG. 56(C) represents the third normal background image G113 which is the basic background image in the third normal effect mode, FIG. The background image G120 for probability variation which is a background image is represented, and FIG.56(E) represents the background image G130 for time reduction which is a basic background image in the time reduction production|presentation mode. Also, FIG. 56(F) shows a special background image G140 which is a basic background image in the special effect mode, and FIG. 56(G) shows a ceiling background image G150 which is a basic background image in the ceiling effect mode. represent. The specific display contents of the various background images G111, G112, G113, G120, G130, G140, and G150 can be changed as appropriate.

Next, the combinations of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 which are stop-displayed according to the special symbol stop display in the time-saving effect mode, the special effect mode, and the ceiling effect mode will be described. In the pachinko game machine PY1, basically, in response to the special figure stop display, the special figure lottery result (jackpot determination result, jackpot pattern type determination result, losing pattern type determination result) is shown. to EZ3, and small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 (sub-symbols SZ) are stopped. In the first embodiment, generally speaking, there are a number part that constitutes the identification information related to the stop-displayed effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3, and a number part that constitutes the identification information related to the stop-displayed small symbols KZ1 to KZ3. become identical. However, in the time-saving production mode, when the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed in the special figure 2 variable display, the number part constituting the identification information related to the stop-displayed production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and the stop-displayed It is different from the number part constituting the identification information related to the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3.

Combinations of performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 (sub-symbols SZ) to be stopped and displayed are determined by the performance control microcomputer 121. FIG. The production control microcomputer 121 uses the sub-symbol determination table to determine a combination of identification information indicated by the stop-displayed production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and a combination (number) of identification information indicated by the stop-displayed small patterns KZ1 to KZ3. do. In the following, a combination of identification information indicated by stop-displayed production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and a combination (number) of identification information indicated by stop-displayed small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 may simply be referred to as "sub-symbol combination". be.

The sub-symbol determination table is stored in the performance ROM 123, and is associated with the types of special symbols to be stopped and displayed. Also, some of the sub-symbol determination tables associated with the types of special symbols are also associated with special symbol variation patterns.

FIG. 57(A) is a diagram showing a configuration example of the sub-symbol determination table associated with the jackpot pattern A and the jackpot pattern D, and FIG. 57(B) is associated with the jackpot pattern B and the jackpot pattern E. FIG. 57(C) is a diagram showing an example of the configuration of the sub-symbol determination table, and FIG. 57(C) is a diagram showing an example of the configuration of the sub-symbol determination table associated with the losing symbol A and the losing symbol B of the reach-losing variation. Also, FIG. 58(A) is a diagram showing a configuration example of a sub-symbol determination table associated with a losing symbol A of a losing variation other than a reach losing variation and a losing symbol B, and FIG. 58(B) is a shortened losing variation. , and a diagram showing a configuration example of a sub-symbol determination table associated with the super-shortened losing variation losing symbol C, FIG. It is a figure showing the structural example of the design determination table for the associated production|presentation.

As shown in FIGS. 57(A) and 57(B), when the jackpot symbols are stopped and displayed, the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 each have the same number (so-called “Zoro ), and the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 as a whole are stopped and displayed in the same combination (display mode). Further, as shown in FIG. 57(C), when the losing pattern A and the losing pattern B are stopped and displayed due to the reach-losing fluctuation, the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are respectively the left production patterns. EZ1 and the right production pattern EZ3, and the left small pattern KZ1 and the right small pattern KZ3 have the same numbers, and the medium production pattern EZ2 and the medium and small patterns KZ2 are the left production pattern EZ1, the right production pattern EZ3 and the left small pattern KZ1. and are stop-displayed with a number different from that of the right small pattern KZ3.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 58 (A), losing fluctuations other than reach losing fluctuations, specifically, normal losing fluctuations, shortening losing fluctuations, super-shortening losing fluctuations, time-saving end swinging losing fluctuations, and challenge losing fluctuations are losing patterns A , and when the losing pattern B is stopped and displayed, the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are all different numbers (so-called , and the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed in the same combination (display mode) as a whole.

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 58(B), when the losing symbol C is stopped and displayed due to the shortened losing variation and the ultra-shortened losing variation, the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are respectively produced. All of the patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and all of the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed with different numbers (so-called "separate eyes"), but the combination of the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 is different as a whole ( display mode).

In addition, the combination of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 when the losing symbol C is stopped and displayed due to the shortened losing variation and the super shortened losing variation is the losing symbol A with the losing variation other than the reach losing variation such as the shortening losing variation and the super shortening losing variation. , and one of the combinations of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 that are stop-displayed when the losing symbol B is stop-displayed. However, the combination of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is a combination of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 that are not stop-displayed when the losing symbol A and the losing symbol B are stop-displayed. Therefore, the combination of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 when the losing symbol C is stopped and displayed due to the shortened losing variation or the ultra-shortened losing variation is dedicated to the losing symbol C due to the shortened losing variation or the ultra-shortened losing variation. Therefore, at least when the combination of the stopped small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is different from the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3, it can be recognized that the lost symbol C is stopped.

It should be noted that the shortened losing variation and ultra-shortened losing variation for the losing pattern C is the special figure 2 variable display in the time saving state (low probability high base game state, high probability high base game state) other than the jackpot time saving final change . Therefore, if the losing pattern C is stopped and displayed in all the special figures 2 variable display in the time saving state (low probability high base game state, high probability high base game state) other than the jackpot time saving final variation, FIG. 58 (B) 2, the sub-symbols SZ are stopped and displayed such that the combination of the effect patterns EZ1-EZ3 and the combination of the small patterns KZ1-KZ3 are different. Furthermore, especially when the losing pattern C is stopped in the special figure variable display other than the time saving final variation in various low probability high base gaming states, it is determined as a special figure variation pattern to shorten losing variation, In this case, it is in the time saving state Since it is not possible, it is a special figure variation production according to the special figure variable display other than the short final variation in various low-probability high-base gaming states, and is different from the combination of production symbols EZ1 to EZ3. The stop display of small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 means that the losing pattern C has been stopped and displayed, but a new time-saving state (low-probability high base game state) directing). In addition, the combination of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 that are stopped and displayed when the losing symbol C is stopped and displayed in the special variable display other than the time-saving final variation in various low-probability high-base gaming states was originally (basically ) It is a combination that can appear when the losing symbol B is stopped and displayed. Therefore, the stop display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in the combination (6, 3, 1) is a losing symbol, and the performance ( It constitutes a losing pattern derivation effect).

Also, as shown in FIG. 58(C), when the losing pattern C is stopped and displayed due to the time saving end swaying sudden change and the challenge sudden change, the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 respectively , the left production pattern EZ1 and the right production pattern EZ3, and the left small pattern KZ1 and the right small pattern KZ3 are stopped and displayed with different numbers, and the middle production pattern EZ2 and the medium and small pattern KZ2 are the time-saving end fanning sudden fluctuation, and the challenge A special pattern (special losing pattern G37, which will be described later) is stopped and displayed in the losing pattern C in the sudden fluctuation, and the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped in the same combination (display mode) as a whole. will be displayed. It should be noted that the "production pattern" and "small pattern" in FIG. That is.

Here, when the jackpot time-saving final variation and the losing pattern C are stopped and displayed in the normal game state, it is determined as a time-saving end fanning sudden variation and a challenge sudden variation as a special figure variation pattern, and in this case, the time-saving state Because of this, the special figure variation effect according to the special figure 2 variable display in the normal game state, and the final variation of the jackpot time reduction, and the combination that includes the special symbol G37 for the special loss pattern C (to be described later) In (display mode), the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 are stopped and displayed, and the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed. It constitutes an effect (loss pattern C derivation time reduction state execution effect) that suggests that it will be a game state).

In addition, the effect control microcomputer 121, for example, in the special figure variation effect start processing of step S4306, after determining the special figure variation effect pattern, the symbol type indicated by the received and stored symbol designation command (jackpot symbol type, losing Symbol type), special figure fluctuation pattern indicated by the special figure fluctuation start command, and the game state indicated by the set game state flag, sub-symbol determination is performed. Then, the effect control microcomputer 121 sets a sub-symbol combination specifying command indicating the sub-symbol determination result in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124 .

When the sub-symbol combination designation command set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124 is transmitted to the image control board 140 by the command transmission process (S4004), the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 outputs a predetermined value from the image ROM 142. , the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed on the display unit 50a of the image display device 50 as appropriate.

Next, a specific example of the effect executed by the display unit 50a will be described with reference to FIGS. 59 to 75. FIG. Figures 59 and 60 are diagrams showing a specific example of the production executed in general time-saving production mode related to the jackpot low-probability high-base gaming state, and Figure 61 is a jackpot with a special figure fluctuation production of the jackpot time-saving final fluctuation. FIG. 62 is a diagram showing a specific example of the production that is executed when the special figure fluctuation production of the jackpot time saving final fluctuation is usually lost, FIG. 63 is a big hit time saving It is a diagram showing a specific example of the effect that is executed when the final variation special figure variation effect becomes a special loss. In the following, the time saving performance mode related to the jackpot low probability high base gaming state may be referred to as “jackpot time saving performance mode”. In addition, display of the pending icon and the relevant icon is omitted.

In the time saving effect mode, the background image G130 for time saving is basically displayed on the entire display unit 50a. Then, variable display of the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and variable display of the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are superimposed on the time saving background image G130. In addition, in the low-probability high-base game state, it is basically advantageous for the player to proceed with the game by hitting to the right, so in the time-saving production mode, the image G30 for prompting "right hitting" (right hitting) The promotion image G30) is superimposed on the time saving background image G130. The display content of the right-handed promotion image G30 is not particularly limited, but in the first embodiment, the right-handed promotion image G30 is composed of an image including a right arrow containing the characters "Right-handed".

In addition, in the jackpot time-saving production mode, the number of times of special figure variable display that can be executed until the low-probability high-base gaming state ends, superimposed on the time-saving background image G130, in other words, the low-probability high base An image G31 (time saving remaining number image G31) representing the remaining number of special figure variable display in the game state (time saving remaining number of times) is displayed. The display mode of the time saving remaining number image G31 can be appropriately set within a range where the player can grasp the remaining time saving number of times, but in the first embodiment, it is composed of the characters "remaining XX times". ing. The remaining number of times of shortening of working hours is displayed in this part of "○○".

Since the prescribed number of time reductions related to the jackpot low probability high base game state is 100 times, when the jackpot time reduction production mode is set according to the end of the jackpot game, the part representing the remaining number of time reductions in the remaining number of times image G31 is It starts from "100". After that, every time the special figure fluctuation effect is started, the portion representing the remaining number of times of time saving in the remaining number of times of saving time image G31 decreases by "1".

Here, now, in the jackpot time saving production mode, it is assumed that the special figure 2 variable display of the shortened losing variation in which the losing pattern B is stopped and displayed is being executed. Therefore, in this case, as shown in FIG. 59(A), in the display unit 50a, the variable display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are superimposed on the time saving background image G130. It is Moreover, it is assumed that the special figure 2 variable display under execution is the 50th special figure variable display in the jackpot time saving production mode. In other words, the number of time saving remaining is 50 times without including the special figure 2 variable display being executed. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 59(A), the part (number part) which shows the number of times of the time saving remaining in the time saving remaining number of times image G31 represents "50".

Then, when the stop display of the losing pattern B is performed, the stop display of the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and the stop display of the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are performed. When the performance is started, a sub-symbol determination is performed based on a sub-symbol determination table associated with the losing pattern B of the shortened losing variation (other than the reach-losing variation), and a combination of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 to be stopped and displayed; and small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are determined. Here, it is assumed that the effect control microcomputer 121 has determined "6.3.1" as the combination of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 to be stopped and the combination of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 (see FIG. 58A). ). Then, as shown in FIG. 59(B), in response to the stop display of the losing symbol B, the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped in combination "6.3.1".

Subsequently, assuming that the special figure 2 variable display of the shortened losing variation that is stopped and displayed at the losing symbol C is started, as shown in FIG. is started. In addition, since the special-figure variable display is newly executed and the remaining time-saving number of times is reduced by one, in response to the start of the special-figure 2 variable display, the part (number part ) is decremented by “1” to become “49”.

Then, when the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed, the stop display of the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and the stop display of the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are performed. When the performance is started, sub-symbol determination is performed based on the sub-symbol determination table associated with the losing symbol C of the shortened losing variation, and the combination of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 to be stopped and displayed, and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ1. Determine the combination of KZ3. Here, according to the sub-symbol determination table associated with the losing symbol C of the shortened losing variation, the combination "6.3.1" of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3, the combination of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 (6.1. 3) (see FIG. 58(C)). Therefore, as shown in FIG. 59(D), in response to the stop display of the losing symbol C, the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are displayed in combination "6.3.1", and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are combined "6.・Stop display at 1 and 3.

After that, it is assumed that the special figure variable display continues to be executed without winning the jackpot in the big winning time saving performance mode, and the 99th special figure variable display is started in the big winning time saving performance mode. In this case, as shown in FIG. 60(A), the variable display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are started. Assuming that this special figure variable display is executed with a shortened losing variation in which the losing pattern B is stopped and displayed, a predetermined shortened losing pattern is displayed according to the stop display of the losing pattern B, as shown in FIG. 60(B). The stop display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the stop display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are performed in the sub-symbol combination associated with the losing symbol B of variation (other than reach-losing variation).

Subsequently, assuming that the special figure 2 variable display is started as the last special figure variable display in the jackpot time reduction production mode, as shown in FIG. 60 (C), according to the special figure 2 variable display started , the variable display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are started. Moreover, the part (numerical part) which shows the number of times of remaining time saving in the time saving remaining times image G31 decreases by "1", and becomes "0".

As mentioned above, the special figure fluctuation time of the jackpot time saving final fluctuation is 30 seconds in the case of the time saving end fanning big hit fluctuation related to the jackpot, and the time saving ending fanning change related to the loss pattern B is 25 seconds in the case of the loss change, and the loss It is 25 seconds in the case of time saving end fanning sudden change related to the pattern C. Then, in this jackpot time-saving final variation (time-saving end swaying variation), an effect (time-saving end swaying effect) that agitates the end of the low-probability high base game state is executed.

In addition, although the detailed description of the content of the effect of the time-saving end stimulating effect is omitted, the time-saving end stimulating effect is composed of a moving image, and is performed on the entire display unit 50a. Therefore, when one jackpot time saving final variation is started, the time saving background image G130 is switched to the time saving end effect image G131. Then, when switching to the time-saving end fanning effect image G131, the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 that have been variably displayed are hidden.

If the time-saving end swaying performance is a time-saving end swaying big hit variation related to the big hit, if it is a time-saving end swaying loss variation related to the losing pattern B, and if it is a time-saving end swaying sudden change related to the losing pattern C Even in such a case, the same production content will continue until the end of the game. Then, at the end of the time-saving end fanning production, according to the special figure fluctuation pattern including the special figure lottery result, the production content that suggests that the special figure lottery result is a big hit, and the special figure lottery result is a losing pattern B. Therefore, the production content that suggests that the time-saving production mode (low-probability high-base game state) will end, and the special drawing lottery result is a losing pattern C, so the time-saving production mode (low-probability high-base game state) will continue. It branches to the suggested production content.

In the time-saving end swaying performance in the case of the time-saving end swaying jackpot fluctuation, after the branch point of the performance content, as shown in FIG. 61 (A), after the movable body performance as shown in FIG. Effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in a state of temporary stop display appear in a combination (display mode) indicating a big win, and as shown in FIG. ), the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed in the same combination (display mode) as the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3.

In the time-saving end-inciting production in the case of a change in time-saving end inciting loss, after the turning point of the production content, first, as shown in FIG. production) is executed. The production content of the time-saving production mode end suggesting production can be set appropriately within a range where the player can grasp that the time-saving production mode ends. It is composed of display of an image G33 representing a phrase suggesting the end of the time saving effect mode end suggesting effect image G33.

Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 62(B), an effect (result notification effect) for informing a predetermined result regarding the game is executed while the time-saving effect mode end suggesting effect is being executed. The result notification effect is configured by displaying an image G34 (result notification effect image G34) for notifying a predetermined result. It should be noted that the predetermined result related to the result notification effect can be appropriately set, but in the first embodiment, the jackpot between the normal game state before this and the normal game state immediately after this. It consists of the total number of game balls acquired in the game and the number of winnings of the jackpot.

Then, as shown in FIG. 62(C), on the display unit 50a, a pair of left and right images G35 representing a sliding door (a sliding door image G35) appear so that the sliding door is closed, and the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 and Except for the right-handed promotion image G30, the entire display part 50a such as the time-saving production mode end suggesting effect image G33 and the result notification effect image G34 is hidden. After a predetermined period of time (for example, two seconds) in which the entire display section 50a is hidden, the fusuma image G35 disappears and the entire display section 50a appears. At this time, the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 which are temporarily stopped and displayed in a combination (display mode) indicating a failure appear. Also, a special background image G140 is displayed as a background image.

Then, as shown in FIG. 62(D), in response to the stop display of the losing symbol B, the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 temporarily stopped and displayed in the combination (display mode) indicating the losing are completely and deterministically as they are. The small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed in the same combination as the effect patterns EZ1 to EZ3, and the right-handed promotion image G30 disappears. After this, the special figure fluctuation production by the special production mode is executed according to the special figure 2 variable display. The special figure fluctuation production by the special production mode will be described later.

In addition, in the time-saving end fanning performance in the case of a sudden change in the time-saving end fanning, after the turning point of the production content, first, as shown in FIG. Similarly, the time saving production mode end suggestion production is executed. Subsequently, when the time saving production mode end suggestion production is executed, further as shown in FIG. Withdrawal) production (time-saving production mode end negative production) is executed.

The production content of the time-saving production mode end denial production can be appropriately set within a range where the player can grasp that the time-saving production mode is not ended, in other words, that the completion of the time-saving production mode is denied. However, in the first embodiment, an image G36 representing the phrase "do not" (time-saving effect mode end negative effect image G36) is displayed. If the phrase "do not" related to the end of the time saving production mode negative effect image G36 is followed by the phrase "end of the time saving production mode" related to the production image G33 suggesting the end of the time saving production mode, the time saving production mode of "does not end the time saving production mode" ends. A phrase that denies (withdraws) the fact is completed.

After the time saving production mode end negative production is executed, as shown in FIG. 63 (C), in the same way as the time saving end production in the case of the time saving end production losing fluctuation, the fusuma image G35 so that the sliding door is closed. Appears and hides the entire display part 50a such as the time-saving performance mode end suggesting effect image G33 and the time-saving effect mode end negative effect image G36 except for the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 and the right-handed promotion image G30. After a predetermined period of time (for example, two seconds) in which the entire display section 50a is hidden, the fusuma associated with the fusuma image G35 opens to reveal the entire display section 50a. At this time, the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 which are temporarily stopped and displayed in a combination (display mode) indicating a special loss appear. Further, in this case, since the time saving effect mode continues thereafter, the time saving background image G130 is displayed as the background image.

Then, as shown in FIG. 63(D), in response to the stop display of the losing pattern C, the combination (display mode) indicating the special losing effect patterns EZ1 to EZ3 temporarily stopped and displayed are completely and deterministically as they are. The small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed in the same combination as the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3. In this case, since the time saving state continues thereafter, the right hitting promotion image G30 is displayed as it is. After that, the game progresses in the special low-probability high-base game state, and the production in the time-saving production mode is executed.

In addition, as described above, when the stop display of the losing design C is performed in the final variation of the jackpot time saving, the special losing dedicated image G37 (special losing dedicated design G37) showing the special losing is the medium production design EZ2 and the medium and small design. It is stopped and displayed as KZ2. Although the specific display contents of this special loss-dedicated symbol G37 can be set as appropriate, in the first embodiment, it is composed of an image containing characters "unexpected" inside an ellipse. In addition, when the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed in the big win time saving final variation, the result notification performance as in the case of the stop display of the losing pattern B is not performed.

Next, the effect in the special effect mode will be described with reference to FIGS. 64 to 67. FIG. Figure 64 is a diagram showing a specific example of the time-saving resurrection challenge production executed in the first special figure fluctuation production in the special production mode, Figure 65 shows a case where the special figure fluctuation production other than the last in the special production mode usually loses FIG. 66 is a diagram showing a specific example of the time-saving revival challenge performance executed in the special performance mode, FIG. FIG. 67 is a diagram showing a specific example of the time-saving revival challenge performance that is executed when the special figure fluctuation performance in the special performance mode results in a special loss. It should be noted that the pending icon and the display of the icon are omitted in FIGS. 64 to 67 .

As described above, when the end condition relating to the jackpot low probability high base game state is established, the normal game state is entered. In detail, when the losing pattern B is stopped and displayed in the final variation of the big win time saving, the special figure variable display can be executed in the normal game state. Then, when there is a special figure 2 hold when entering the normal game state, it becomes a special production mode, and the special figure 2 variable display corresponding to the special figure 2 hold that existed at that time (remained) is in the normal game state When it is executed in, special figure fluctuation production by special production mode is executed.

As described above, the special figure variation time related to the special figure 2 variable display in the normal game state is 30 seconds in the case of the challenge big hit variation related to the big hit, and 20 seconds in the case of the challenge loss variation related to the losing pattern B. , 25 seconds in the case of the challenge sudden change related to the losing symbol C (see FIG. 49(A)). Then, in the special figure 2 variable display (challenge variation) in the normal game state, an effect (time-saving resurrection challenge effect) that arouses the possibility of returning (reviving) to the low-probability high-base game state is executed. In addition, since the upper limit value of the special figure 2 reservation number is set to 4, in the special production mode, the time saving revival challenge production will be executed up to 4 times.

As shown in FIG. 64 (A), in the final special figure fluctuation production in the time saving production mode, stop display of production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 in a combination (display mode) showing a loss superimposed on the special background image G140, and After the stop display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is performed, when the special figure 2 variable display is started, the special figure variation production (time saving revival challenge production) by the special production mode is started. Then, when the special figure fluctuation production (time saving revival challenge production) by the special production mode is started, as shown in FIG. is started.

In addition, in the first special figure fluctuation performance (time saving revival challenge performance) by the special performance mode, first, the performance suggesting that the special performance mode has started (special performance mode start suggestion performance) is executed. The specific effect content of the special effect mode start suggesting effect can be appropriately set within a range where the player can grasp that the special effect mode has started. It is composed of a display of an image G38 (a special effect mode start suggesting effect image G38) representing the name of the variable effect (time saving revival challenge effect). In addition, in the time-saving revival challenge production after the second time, the special production mode start suggestion production is not executed.

In addition, although the detailed description of the production contents of the time-saving revival challenge production is omitted, the time-saving revival challenge production is composed of a moving image, and as shown in FIG. done. Then, the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are naturally hidden immediately after the start of the variable display.

The time-saving revival challenge performance is the same until the end in any of the case of the challenge jackpot variation related to the jackpot, the challenge loss variation related to the losing pattern B, and the challenge sudden variation related to the losing pattern C. We will proceed with the content of the production. Then, at the end of the time-saving revival challenge production, according to the special figure fluctuation pattern including the special figure lottery result, the production content that suggests that the special figure lottery result is a big hit, and the special figure lottery result is a losing pattern B. Therefore, the production content that suggests not returning (not reviving) to the time-saving production mode (low-probability high-base game state), and the special drawing lottery result is a lost pattern C, so the time-saving production mode (low-probability high-base game state) It branches to the production contents suggesting returning (resurrection).

In the time-saving resurrection challenge performance in the case of the challenge jackpot fluctuation, after the branch point of the performance content, as shown in FIG. 61A, after the movable body performance as shown in FIG. Effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in the state of temporary stop display appear in the combination (display mode) shown, and as shown in FIG. At the same time, the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed in the same combination (display mode) as the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3.

In the time-saving resurrection challenge performance in the case of a change in challenge failure, after the branch point of the performance content, first, as shown in FIG. A production that suggests (a production that suggests a failure to revive the time-saving production mode) is executed. The production content of the time-saving production mode revival failure suggestion production can be appropriately set within the range where the player can grasp that the player does not return (return) to the time-saving production mode (low-probability high base game state). In 1st Embodiment, it is comprised by the display of the image G39 (time saving production mode revival failure suggestion production image G39) showing the phrase "time saving production mode failure".

Subsequently, when the time-saving production mode revival failure suggestion production is being executed, as shown in FIG. Hide the entire display unit 50a such as the production image G39 indicating failure to restore the time saving production mode except KZ3. After a predetermined period of time (for example, two seconds) in which the entire display section 50a is hidden, the fusuma associated with the fusuma image G35 opens to reveal the entire display section 50a. At this time, the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 which are temporarily stopped and displayed in a combination (display mode) indicating a failure appear. Moreover, if special figure 2 reservation remains at this time, the special background image G140 is displayed as a background image.

Then, as shown in FIG. 65(C), in response to the stop display of the losing symbol B, the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 temporarily stopped and displayed in the combination (display mode) indicating the losing are completely and deterministically as they are. Along with the stop display, the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are also stopped and displayed in the same combination (display mode) as the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3. After that, as shown in FIG. 65(D), in response to the start of the special figure 2 variable display, the special figure variation production (time saving revival challenge production) is executed again in the special production mode.

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 66(A), after the time saving production mode revival failure suggestion production is executed, as shown in FIG. When the special figure 2 reservation does not remain when a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds) has passed, the special figure 2 reservation remains when the fusuma related to the fusuma image G35 opens and the entire display unit 50a appears. As in the case, the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 that are temporarily stopped and displayed in a combination (display mode) indicating a failure appear, but the first normal background image G111 is displayed as the background image. Then, in response to the stop display of the failing symbol B, as shown in FIG. 66(C), the temporary stop display is performed in a combination (display mode) indicating the failing, superimposed on the first normal background image G111. The symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are completely and definitely stopped and displayed as they are, and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are also stopped and displayed in the same combination (display mode) as the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3. When the performance patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are superimposed on the first normal background image G111 and stop-displayed in a combination (display mode) indicating a failure, the special performance mode ends and the normal performance mode is entered. Become. After this, as shown in FIG. 66(D), the special figure variation production by the normal production mode is started according to the start of the special figure 1 variable display.

In addition, in the time-saving revival challenge production in the case of a challenge sudden change, after the branch point of the production content, as shown in FIG. ) is executed (time-saving production mode revival success-suggestion production). The production content of the time-saving production mode resurrection success-suggestion production can be set appropriately within the range where the player can grasp that the player returns (revives) to the time-saving production mode (low-probability high base game state). In one embodiment, it is configured by displaying an image G40 (time-saving production mode revival success-suggesting effect image G40) representing the phrase "successful time-saving resurrection challenge".

Subsequently, when the time-saving production mode resurrection success-suggesting production is executed, as shown in FIG. Hide the entire display section 50a such as the production image G40 suggesting success in reviving the time saving production mode except KZ3. After a predetermined period of time (for example, two seconds) in which the entire display section 50a is hidden, the fusuma associated with the fusuma image G35 opens to reveal the entire display section 50a. At this time, the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 which are temporarily stopped and displayed in a combination (display mode) indicating a special loss appear. In addition, the low-probability high base game state is entered due to the special loss, and the time-saving effect mode is entered, so the time-saving background image G130 is displayed as the background image.

Then, as shown in FIG. 67(C), in response to the stop display of the losing symbol C, the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 that were temporarily stopped and displayed in a combination (display mode) indicating a special failure are completely and deterministically as they are. , and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are also stopped and displayed in the same combination as the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3. After this, as shown in FIG. 67(D), in response to the start of the special figure 2 variable display, the special figure variation production in the time saving production mode is executed. In addition, a right hitting promotion image G30 is also displayed.

Next, with reference to FIGS. 68 to 73, a specific example of an effect executed when the game reaches the ceiling in the normal game state and enters the low-probability high-base game state will be described. Figures 68 and 69 are diagrams showing specific examples of effects executed in the general normal effect mode. mode) is a diagram showing a specific example of the effect that is executed in the case of.

Here, currently, the special figure 1 variable display of the normal loss fluctuation is being executed in the normal game state, and in the normal production mode, based on the special figure 1 variable display, the special is superimposed on the first normal background image G111. Assume that the situation is such that the figure variation effect is being executed. Moreover, it is assumed that the special figure 1 variable display under execution is the 789th special figure variable display in the normal game state (normal probability state). That is, 11 more times including the special figure 1 variable display currently being executed, when the special figure 1 variable display of the losing variation is executed, the ceiling is reached and the low probability high base game state is set. Suppose there is

As shown in FIG. 68(A), the first normal background image G111 is displayed on the entire display section 50a, and superimposed thereon the variable display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3. is being done. Here, when the stop display of the losing pattern A is performed in the special figure variable display of the 789th time in the normal game state, as shown in FIG. Stop display of EZ1 to EZ3 and stop display of small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are performed.

Subsequently, the next 790th time, in other words, when the special figure variable display corresponding to the remaining number of times to reach the ceiling is started, as shown in FIG. And the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is started.

In addition, when the special figure variable display corresponding to the number of remaining times of reaching the ceiling is started, an effect suggesting the number of times of remaining reaching the ceiling (remaining number of times of reaching the ceiling suggesting effect) is performed. The execution timing of the number-of-remaining-to-the-ceiling-suggestion effect can be set as appropriate. It is set at the start of the special figure variable display of the last in the state).

The specific content of the effect of suggesting the number of remaining times of reaching the ceiling can be appropriately set within a range where the player can grasp the number of times of remaining times of reaching the ceiling. It is composed of the display of the effect image G41) suggesting the remaining number of times to reach the ceiling. Note that, in the first embodiment, the effect image G41 indicating the number of remaining times to reach the ceiling is composed of characters "XX times to reach the ceiling". The remaining number of times of reaching the ceiling is displayed in the portion of "○○".

The performance time of the ceiling reaching remaining count suggestion performance can also be set appropriately, but in the first embodiment, it is set to 2 seconds. Therefore, when two seconds have passed since the ceiling reaching remaining number of times suggestion effect was started, the ceiling reaching remaining number of times suggesting effect image G41 disappears as shown in FIG. 68(D).

After that, the special figure variable display is repeatedly executed, and in the special figure variable display related to the remaining number of times to reach the ceiling, stop display is performed for the losing pattern A, and the next special figure variable display, that is, the normal probability state Suppose that the last special figure 1 variable display (ceiling reaching fluctuation) in is started. In this case, as shown in FIG. 69(A), the variable display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are started, and it is suggested that the number of times remaining to reach the ceiling is 0. A ceiling reaching remaining number of times suggestion effect is executed. It should be noted that the ceiling reaching variation is a special figure 1 variable display, and the special figure variation pattern related to the special figure 1 variable display is assumed to be a normal loss variation.

Then, when the effect indicating the remaining number of times to reach the ceiling ends and the variable display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are performed as shown in FIG. When the FIG. 1 variable display is about to end, the entire display section 50a is whited out as shown in FIG. , the background image (the first normal background image G111 in the first embodiment) and the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 that have been displayed until then are hidden. Note that even when the entire display section 50a is whited out, the variable display of the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 is performed so as to be visually recognizable.

The white-out on the display section 50a is eliminated immediately before the stop display of the lost symbol A is performed. When the white-out is eliminated, as shown in FIG. 70B, the ceiling background image G150 is displayed on the entire display unit 50a, and a combination ( Effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 that are temporarily stopped and displayed in the display mode) appear. Then, in response to the stop display of the losing symbol A, as shown in FIG. The small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed in the same combination (display mode) as the patterns EZ1 to EZ3.

Furthermore, in response to stop display of the losing pattern A due to the ceiling reach fluctuation, an effect suggesting that the ceiling effect mode will be entered (ceiling effect mode transition suggesting effect) is performed. The concrete effect content of the ceiling effect mode transition suggesting effect can be appropriately set within a range where the player can grasp that the ceiling effect mode will be entered. It is composed of a display of a suggesting image G42 (ceiling effect mode transition suggesting effect image G42).

Note that, in the first embodiment, the effect image G42 suggesting transition to the ceiling effect mode is composed of the phrase "entering the ceiling effect mode". The rendering time of the ceiling rendering mode transition suggestion rendering can also be set appropriately, but is set to 3 seconds in the first embodiment. Therefore, when three seconds have passed since the ceiling effect mode transition suggesting effect was started, the ceiling effect mode transition suggesting effect image G42 disappears.

As described above, when the special figure confirmation time elapses after the losing pattern A is stopped and displayed, the time saving state is set while the normal probability state is maintained by reaching the ceiling, and the normal game state becomes a low probability high base game state. . Then, when the special figure variable display is started in the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state, as shown in FIG. And the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is started. Then, after that, in the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state, the effect in the ceiling effect mode, especially the special figure fluctuation effect is executed.

In addition, when the special figure fixed time elapses after the stop display of the losing pattern A due to the ceiling reaching fluctuation, the time is shortened after that, and it is more advantageous for the player to play the game with the right hand. As shown in (D), a right hitting promotion image G30 is displayed.

In this way, when the special figure stop display indicating the loss is performed in the special figure variable display related to the specific number of times of reaching the ceiling, the time saving state is set while the normal probability state is maintained From the normal game state While shifting to a low-probability high-base game state, the normal performance mode is shifted to the ceiling performance mode.

Also, in the specific example of FIG. 70, the special figure variation pattern of the ceiling reaching variation is a normal losing variation, but if it is a reach losing variation, the big hit determination result is a losing, so there is no change in reaching the ceiling However, the special figure fluctuation production is developed with the production contents indicated by the production flow of the special figure fluctuation production related to the reach loss fluctuation, and finally, the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 in a predetermined combination (display mode) related to the reach loss fluctuation, and The small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed, and the ceiling presentation mode transition suggesting presentation is performed to shift to the ceiling presentation mode.

For example, when the special figure fluctuation pattern of the ceiling reaching fluctuation is the SP losing fluctuation, as shown in FIG. 71 (A), after the losing suggestion production of the SP reach production is executed, as shown in FIG. At the same time, production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 that are temporarily stopped and displayed in a predetermined combination (display mode) related to reach failure appear, and the SP reach background image G115 is switched to the ceiling background image G150. Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 71(C), the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 that have been temporarily stopped and displayed are completely stopped, and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ1 are displayed in the same combination (display mode) as the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3. KZ3 stops and displays. Further, at this time, similarly to the case of the normal loss variation, the ceiling effect mode transition suggesting effect is superimposed on the effect patterns EZ1 to EZ3.

In addition, in the specific example of FIG. 70, when the special figure variation pattern of the ceiling reaching variation being executed is a big hit variation, the special figure variation presentation is performed with the presentation contents indicated by the special figure variation presentation production flow related to the big hit variation. Developed and finally, the stop display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is performed in a predetermined combination (display mode) relating to the jackpot symbols. Here, as described above, when the stop display of the jackpot pattern is performed due to the ceiling reaching fluctuation, the jackpot winning is given priority. Therefore, in this case, in response to the stop display of the jackpot pattern, the jackpot game is executed as it is without setting the time saving state triggered by reaching the ceiling, and the jackpot game is ended with a high probability and a high base. It becomes a game state or a low probability high base game state (time saving state), and also becomes a probability variable production mode or a time saving production mode.

For example, when the special figure fluctuation pattern of the ceiling reaching fluctuation is the SP jackpot fluctuation, as shown in FIG. 72 (A), after the SP reach production jackpot suggestion production is executed, as shown in FIG. Then, performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 that are temporarily stopped and displayed in a predetermined combination (display mode) related to the jackpot symbols appear. Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 72(C), the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 that have been temporarily stopped and displayed are completely stopped, and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed in the same combination as the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3. do. Then, as shown in FIG. 72(D), the jackpot game effect is started in response to the start of the jackpot game. Since the time saving state by reaching the ceiling is not set, the ceiling performance mode transition suggesting performance is not executed when the performance patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped, and the ceiling performance mode is not shifted.

Next, with reference to FIG. 73, the effect executed when the ceiling effect mode changes to the special effect mode in response to the fact that the end condition is satisfied in the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state and the normal game state is entered. A specific example will be described.

Here, currently, in the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state, the special figure 2 variable display in which the losing pattern B is stopped and displayed due to the shortened losing variation is executed, and in the ceiling production mode, based on the special figure 2 variable display Suppose that it is in a situation where the special figure fluctuation production is being executed. In addition, it is assumed that the special figure 2 variable display during execution is the 1000th special figure variable display that constitutes the termination condition related to the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state. That is, when the currently executed special figure 2 variable display ends, it is assumed that the end condition of the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state is satisfied and the normal game state is entered.

As shown in FIG. 73(A), the ceiling background image G150 is displayed on the entire display section 50a, and the variable display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are superimposed thereon. It is Here, when the special figure 2 variable display is about to end, a predetermined time before the stop display of the losing pattern B is performed (for example, 2 seconds before), as shown in FIG. The background image (the ceiling background image G150 in FIG. 73(A)) and the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 that have been displayed until then are not displayed as the whole is whited out. Note that even when the entire display section 50a is whited out, the variable display of the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 is performed so as to be visually recognizable.

The white-out on the display section 50a is resolved immediately before the stop display of the losing symbol B is performed. When the white-out is resolved, the first normal background image G111 is displayed on the entire display unit 50a, and the special background image G140 is superimposed on the special background image G140 to temporarily stop and display in a combination (display mode) indicating a failure. The production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 appear. Then, in response to the stop display of the losing pattern B, as shown in FIG. The small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed in the same combination as the patterns EZ1 to EZ3. When the losing symbol B is stopped and displayed, the normal game state is entered immediately after that, and since it is more advantageous for the player to play the game with the left hand in the normal game state, the right hand promotion image G30 disappears.

In this way, when the stop display of the losing pattern B is performed in the ceiling time saving final fluctuation and the normal game state is entered, when the stopping display of the losing pattern B is performed, the ceiling background image G150 to the special background image G140 It switches from the ceiling production mode to the special production mode, for example. Then, as shown in FIG. 73 (C), after the stop display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the stop display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are performed, the first special figure 2 in the normal game state and the special production mode When the variable display is started, the variable display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are superimposed on the special background image G140, and the special performance mode is started. A suggestion effect image G38 is displayed. After that, as described above, the time-saving revival challenge production in the special production mode is performed until the special figure 2 reservation is lost. In addition, when the stop display of the losing pattern B is performed in the ceiling time saving final variation, the result notification effect such as the case where the losing pattern B is stopped and displayed in the jackpot time saving final variation is not executed.

Next, using FIG. 74, the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed in the ceiling time saving final fluctuation, and the ceiling production mode in response to the special losing low probability high base game state When going to the time saving production mode An example of the effect on the display section 50a will be described. As described above, basically, even if the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed in the low-probability high-base gaming state, a new time-saving state is not set, but the end condition of the low-probability high-base gaming state When the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed in the last special figure variable display, the time saving state is newly set because the normal probability state is instantaneously set, and the low probability high base game state is substantially set. will continue.

Here, currently, in the ceiling time saving final fluctuation, the special figure 2 variable display in which the losing pattern C is stopped and displayed due to the shortened loss fluctuation is executed, and in the ceiling production mode, the special figure fluctuation production based on the special figure 2 variable display is being executed.

As shown in FIG. 74(A), the ceiling background image G150 is displayed on the entire display section 50a, and the variable display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are superimposed thereon. It is Here, when the special figure 2 variable display is about to end, similarly to the case where the stop display of the losing design B is performed, a predetermined time before the stopping display of the losing design C is performed (for example, 2 seconds before) Then, as shown in FIG. 74(B), the entire display unit 50a is whited out, and the background image (ceiling background image G150 in FIG. 74(A)) and production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 that have been displayed up to that point are removed. Hidden. Note that even when the entire display section 50a is whited out, the variable display of the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 is performed so as to be visually recognizable.

The white-out on the display section 50a is resolved immediately before the stop display of the lost symbol C is performed. When the white-out is eliminated, as shown in FIG. 74(C), the background image G130 for time saving is displayed on the entire display unit 50a, and the background image G130 for time saving is superimposed on the background image G130 for shortening. Effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 that are temporarily stopped and displayed in a combination (display mode) associated with the lost symbol C appear. Then, in response to the stop display of the losing pattern C, as shown in FIG. 74 (D), the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 that have been temporarily stopped and displayed are completely stopped, and unlike the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3, special losing , the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a dedicated combination (display mode). In addition, even if the stop display of the losing symbol C is performed, the time-saving state continues, so the right-handing promotion image G30 continues to be displayed as it is.

In addition, in response to the stop display of the losing pattern C, a production that suggests that the low-probability high base game state continues to enter the time-saving production mode (time-saving production mode transition suggesting production) is the stop display of the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3. is executed in a superimposed manner. The specific performance content of the time-saving performance mode transition suggesting performance can be appropriately set within the range where the player can grasp that the low-probability high-base game state continues and the time-saving performance mode is entered, but the first embodiment. , the low-probability high-base game state continues to display an image G43 (time-saving production mode transition-suggesting effect image G43) that suggests that the time-saving production mode will be entered. In addition, in 1st Embodiment, the time saving production|presentation mode transition suggestion image G43 is comprised by the phrase "time saving production mode entry."

In this way, when the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed in the ceiling time saving final fluctuation and it becomes a special loss, when the stopping display of the losing pattern C is performed, the ceiling background image G150 to the time saving background image G130 It switches from the ceiling production mode to the time saving production mode. Incidentally, as shown in FIG. 74 (D), after the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the stop display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are performed, when the special figure variable display is started, according to the start Then, the variable display of the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and the variable display of the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are superimposed on the time saving background image G130. Then, after that, the production in the time-saving production mode is performed in the special loss low probability high base game state. In addition, when the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed in the ceiling time saving final variation, the result notification effect such as the case where the losing pattern B is stopped and displayed in the jackpot time saving final variation is not executed.

Next, with reference to FIG. 75, although the losing pattern C is stopped and displayed in the special losing final variation, a specific example of the effect executed when the time saving effect mode changes to the ceiling effect mode by reaching the ceiling will be described. . As described above, when the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed in the special losing final variation, the normal probability state is instantaneously set, so a new time saving state is set with the special losing as a trigger. However, if this special loss final variation is the 800th time since the jackpot low probability high base gaming state was set, in other words, if it also corresponds to the ceiling reaching variation, the ceiling reaching is given priority and the ceiling reaching is newly performed instead of the special losing A short-time state is set.

Here, at present, special figure 2 variable display in which the losing pattern C is stopped and displayed with shortened loss variation is executed as a special loss time saving final variation, and in the time saving production mode, special figure variation based on special figure 2 variable display Assume that the production is being executed. In addition, the special figure 2 variable display under execution is the 800th special figure variable display after the previous jackpot low probability high base game state, and corresponds to the ceiling reaching fluctuation.

As shown in FIG. 75(A), the time saving background image G130 is displayed on the entire display unit 50a, and the variable display of the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and the variable display of the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are superimposed thereon. It is Here, when the special figure 2 variable display is about to end, the display unit 50a as shown in FIG. The background image (background image for time saving G130 in FIG. 75(A)) and production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 that have been displayed until then are all whited out and hidden. Note that even when the entire display section 50a is whited out, the variable display of the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 is performed so as to be visually recognizable.

The white-out on the display section 50a is resolved immediately before the stop display of the lost symbol C is performed. When the white-out is eliminated, as shown in FIG. 75(C), the ceiling background image G150 is displayed on the entire display unit 50a, and the background image G150 for the ceiling is superimposed on the background image G150 for the ceiling. Effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 that are temporarily stopped and displayed in a combination (display mode) associated with the lost symbol C of 1 appear. Then, in response to the stop display of the losing pattern C, as shown in FIG. The small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed in the associated combination (display mode).

Furthermore, in response to the special figure stop display due to the ceiling reach fluctuation, the ceiling production mode shift suggesting effect is superimposed on the stop display of the effect patterns EZ1 to EZ3. In addition, even if the stop display of the losing symbol C is performed, the time-saving state continues, so the right-handing promotion image G30 continues to be displayed as it is.

In this way, the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed in the special losing time-saving final fluctuation, but when the low probability high base gaming state continues substantially by reaching the ceiling, the stopping display of the losing pattern C is performed. When the background image for time saving G130 is switched to the background image for ceiling G150, the time saving production mode is shifted to the ceiling production mode. Incidentally, as shown in FIG. 75 (D), after the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the stop display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are performed, when the special figure variable display is started, according to the start Then, the performance patterns EZ1 to EZ3 are variably displayed and the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are variably displayed superimposed on the ceiling background image G150. Then, after that, in the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state, the effect in the ceiling effect mode is performed. Incidentally, when the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed in the special losing time-saving final variation, the result notification effect is not executed as in the case of the stop-displaying of the losing design B in the big hit time-saving final variation.

In addition, when the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed in the final fluctuation of the time saving of the big hit, the low probability high base game state is substantially continued due to the special losing as it is, so according to the stop display of the losing pattern C, the special losing pattern is exclusively used. Effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 including symbol G37 and small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed. However, when the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed in the special losing time reduction final fluctuation, the low probability high base game state is continued by reaching the ceiling instead of the special losing, so in response to the stop display of the losing pattern C, special The production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 including the losing pattern G37 and the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are not stopped and displayed, and the combination (display mode) showing the losing pattern C with the shortened losing variation. Symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed.

In addition, in the specific example of FIG. 75, the special figure 2 variable display under execution is a special figure 2 variable display in which the losing pattern C is stopped and displayed, so the special figure variation pattern will always be a shortened losing variation, but the losing If the symbol B is a special figure 2 variable display that is stopped and displayed, the special figure variation pattern is a predetermined reach loss variation or a shortened loss variation. And, if it is a predetermined reach loss variation, it does not change that it will reach the ceiling after that, but the production content indicated by the production flow of the special figure variation production related to the predetermined reach loss variation (normal fluctuation → reach → depending on the production mode Reach production) special figure fluctuation production is developed and finally, stop display of production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 is performed in a predetermined combination (display mode) related to reach loss, and ceiling production mode A transition suggestive effect is performed, and the ceiling effect mode is entered. On the other hand, even if it is a shortened loss variation, it does not change that it will reach the ceiling after that, but the special figure variation effect is developed with the effect content (normal variation) indicated by the effect flow of the special figure variation effect related to the shortened loss variation Finally, stop display of production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 is performed in a predetermined combination (display mode) relating to normal loss, and a ceiling production mode transition suggesting production is performed to perform ceiling production. mode. In addition, when the stop display of the losing pattern B is performed in the special losing time-saving final variation, the result notification performance is not executed as in the case of the stop-displaying of the losing design B in the big hit time-saving final variation.

Furthermore, when the special figure 2 variable display being executed in the specific example of FIG. becomes. If it is a predetermined reach jackpot fluctuation, the special figure fluctuation production is developed with the production contents (normal fluctuation → reach → reach production according to the production mode) indicated by the production flow of the special figure fluctuation production related to the predetermined reach big hit fluctuation. Finally, stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is performed in a predetermined combination (display mode) according to the big hit symbol type. Then, as described above, when the stop display of the jackpot pattern is performed in the special figure variable display of the specific number of times related to reaching the ceiling, jackpot winning is given priority. Therefore, in this case, in response to the stop display of the jackpot pattern, the jackpot game is executed as it is without setting the time saving state triggered by reaching the ceiling, and the jackpot game is ended with a high probability and a high base. It becomes a game state or a low probability high base game state (time saving state), and also becomes a probability variable production mode or a time saving production mode. Incidentally, when the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed, the ceiling performance mode transition suggesting performance is not executed, and the ceiling performance mode is not shifted.

As described above, according to the pachinko machine PY1, the time saving state, in particular, the time saving final variation in the low rate high base game state (jackpot time saving final change, special loss time saving final change, ceiling time saving final change) special figure other than In the variable display, the losing pattern C that can trigger the occurrence of the time saving state is stopped and displayed, but if the time saving state does not occur, the stop display of the sub patterns (production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and small patterns KZ1 to KZ3) will cause the losing pattern. Although C is stopped and displayed, it is suggested that the time-saving state will not occur, so that it is possible to prevent the player from losing interest in the game due to the player's inability to understand the game. In addition, in the final variation of the time-saving jackpot, the lost pattern C, which can be the trigger for the occurrence of the time-saving state, is stopped and displayed, and if it becomes a time-saving state, by the stop display of the sub-symbols (production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and small patterns KZ1 to KZ3) , the lost symbol C is stopped and displayed, suggesting that it will be in a time-saving state, so that it is possible to prevent the player from losing interest in the game due to the player's inability to understand the game.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko game machine PY1, the time-saving final variation (jackpot time-saving final variation, special loss time-saving final variation, ceiling time-saving final variation) in the low-rate high base game state is a special variable display other than the time-saving state occurrence opportunity. If the losing pattern B that cannot be is stopped and does not become a time-saving state, the sub-designs (production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and small patterns KZ1 to KZ3) are stopped and displayed in a combination (display mode) different from the case of the losing pattern C. As a result, it is suggested that the losing pattern B is stopped and displayed to avoid a time-saving state, so that it is possible to prevent the player from losing interest in the game due to the player's inability to understand the game.

In addition, the pachinko game machine PY1 uses the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 to suggest that the losing symbol C is stopped and displayed but does not enter the time saving state (6 1 3), and the losing symbol C is stopped and displayed to save time. Suggestion that it will be in the state (6.special.3) and suggestion that the losing pattern B will be stopped and will not be in the time saving state ("6.3.1" etc.). On the other hand, when the losing pattern B is stopped and displayed, the pachinko game machine PY1 stops and displays the effect patterns EZ1 to EZ3 in a predetermined combination (6, 3, 1), and the time saving state is achieved without executing the jackpot game. When the losing pattern C is stop-displayed but the jackpot game is not executed and the time-saving state is not reached, the effect patterns EZ1 to EZ3 are stopped even when the losing pattern B is stopped-displayed. A possible predetermined combination (6, 3, 1) is stopped and displayed to suggest that the big win game is not executed and the time saving state is not brought about. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player from losing interest in the game due to the player's inability to understand the game.

Further, according to the pachinko game machine PY1, when the end condition relating to the jackpot low probability high base game state is satisfied and the special figure variable display can be executed in the normal game state, the result notification effect is executed. , The end condition related to the jackpot low probability high base game state is satisfied, but if it becomes possible to execute the special figure variable display in the low probability high base game state due to a special loss or reaching the ceiling, the result notification effect is executed. do not. Therefore, in a sense, it is possible to prevent the deterioration of the performance effect of the result notification performance that serves as a delimiter for ending the jackpot low-probability high-base gaming state. Furthermore, since the transition from the jackpot low-probability high-base game state to the normal game state becomes easy to understand, it is possible to prevent the player from losing interest in the game due to the player's inability to understand the game characteristics. Further, according to the pachinko game machine PY1, the end condition relating to the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state or the special loss low probability high base game state is satisfied, and the special figure variable display can be executed in the normal game state. Also, the result notification effect is not executed. Therefore, in the low-probability-high-jackpot game base game state, the feeling that the player has won by himself is emphasized, and the game as a whole can be sharpened.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko game machine PY1, the final fluctuation of the jackpot time reduction final variation is more likely to be a special loss in the normal game state immediately after the time reduction exit than the special loss time reduction final variation and the ceiling time reduction final variation. , Even in the same low-probability high-base game state, there is a possibility that the loss symbol C is stopped and displayed in the normal game state that immediately shifts to the low-probability high-base game state (returns the time reduction) due to the occurrence opportunity. Since it is different, it is possible to prevent the game from becoming monotonous and improve the game interest.

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Next, a modified example of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 according to the first embodiment will be described. It should be noted that it is also possible to appropriately combine the modification examples described below.

The number of executions of the special figure variable display (time reduction specified number of times) that constitutes the establishment of the end condition related to the low probability high base gaming state based on various occurrence opportunities is not limited to the first embodiment and may be changed as appropriate. Furthermore, the establishment of the end condition related to the low probability high base game state based on various occurrence opportunities is the number of times the special figure variable display is executed, such as the elapsed time, the number of shots of the game ball, the number of appearances of specific effects such as reach You may set it based on a matter.

In addition, in the first embodiment, the number of executions of the special figure variable display that constitutes the establishment of the end condition related to the low probability high base gaming state based on various occurrence opportunities is the ceiling reaching low probability high base gaming state > special loss low probability Although it is set in the order of high base game state > jackpot low probability high base game state, this magnitude relationship (relationship between advantage and disadvantage for the player) may be changed as appropriate. Furthermore, a part or all of the number of executions of the special figure variable display (time reduction specified number of times) that constitutes the establishment of the end condition related to the low probability high base gaming state based on various occurrence opportunities may be made the same.

Furthermore, in the first embodiment, one type of time saving prescribed number of times related to the low probability high base game state based on various occurrence opportunities is set, but a plurality of types may be provided depending on the occurrence opportunity. For example, regarding the jackpot low-probability high-base game state, a plurality of types of jackpot symbols that change to the low-probability high-base game state after the jackpot game are provided, and depending on the jackpot pattern type, the prescribed number of time reductions related to the low-probability high-base game state is different. You can do it. In addition, for the special low-probability high-base game state, multiple types of loss symbols that can trigger the occurrence of the low-probability high-base game state are provided. may be different. Furthermore, with regard to the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state, when the ceiling is reached, one of a plurality of prescribed number of time reductions related to the low probability high base game state may be determined by a predetermined determination or the like. . Alternatively, when the normal probability state is newly set, one specific number of times to reach the ceiling may be determined from among a plurality of times, and a prescribed number of times of shortening of working hours may be provided according to the specific number of times. .

Also, in the first embodiment, the specific number of times for reaching the ceiling is set to 800, but this number is not limited to the first embodiment and may be changed as appropriate. Furthermore, the specific number of times is not the number of times the special variable display is executed without winning the jackpot after the normal probability state is set, but the variable display of the special variable is executed without winning the jackpot after the non-time saving state is set. You can also use the number of times given. Alternatively, the conditions for reaching the ceiling may be set based on items other than the number of executions of the special figure variable display, such as the elapsed time, the number of shots of the game ball, the number of appearances of a specific effect such as reach.

Furthermore, in the first embodiment, only one type of specific number of times for reaching the ceiling is set, but a plurality of types may be set. For example, when the normal probability state is newly set, one of a plurality of specific times of reaching the ceiling may be determined.

In addition, in the first embodiment, regardless of the occurrence opportunity related to the time saving state, the element (time saving state component) that constitutes the ease of opening the second start port 12 related to the time saving state, specifically, the winning probability , Normal pattern fluctuation time, and the opening time of the second starting port 12 in one auxiliary game are all the same, but some or all of them may be different depending on the occurrence opportunity. In other words, the opening easiness of the 2nd starting port 12 which concerns on a time saving state may be made to differ according to the generation|occurrence|production opportunity which concerns on a time saving state. In this case, the size relationship (advantageous and disadvantageous relationship for the player) of the ease of opening the second start port 12 related to the time saving state may be established between all the occurrence opportunities, and some occurrence opportunities A magnitude relationship may be established between.

In addition, in the first embodiment, in the jackpot low-probability high-base game state and the special loss low-probability high-base game state, the same production mode (short-time production mode) is executed, and in the ceiling-reaching low-probability high-base game state, it is is executed in a different production mode (ceiling production mode), but even if the production in the same production mode is executed in all the low probability high base game states, the production in a different production mode is executed. You can do so. Alternatively, in the jackpot low probability high base game state and the ceiling reach low probability high base game state, the same production mode is executed, and in the special loss low probability high base game state, the production in a different production mode is executed. You can do it. Also, in the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state and the special loss low probability high base game state, the same production mode is performed, and in the jackpot low probability high base game state, a different production mode is performed. You can do it.

Furthermore, in the first embodiment, in the jackpot low probability high base game state, by displaying the time saving remaining number image G31, the remaining time saving number can be easily recognized, while the ceiling reaching low probability high In the base game state and the special low probability high base game state, the time saving remaining number image G31 is not displayed, and the remaining time saving number is not configured to be easily recognizable. However, in both or either of the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state and the special loss low probability high base game state, the same image or a different image as the time reduction remaining number image G31 is displayed. It may be configured such that the remaining number of time reductions in the high-probability base game state can be easily grasped.

Further, in the first embodiment, when the jackpot low-probability high-base game state ends and the normal game state is entered, the result notification effect is executed. Immediately thereafter, the total number of game balls acquired in the jackpot game and the number of hits of the jackpot are notified until the normal game state is reached, but the content notified by the result notification effect may be appropriately changed. . For example, the content notified in the result notification effect may be only one of the total number of game balls acquired in the big win game and the number of winning times of the big win.

Furthermore, in the first embodiment, when the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state ends and enters the normal game state, and when the special loss low probability high base game state ends and enters the normal game state, the result is notified. Although the effect is not executed, in either case or in either case, the result notification effect may be executed. In this case, the content notified by the result notification effect related to the jackpot low probability high base game state, and the content notified by the result notification effect related to the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state or the special loss low probability high base game state may be the same or different. Alternatively, when the special loss low probability high base game state due to the special loss in the jackpot time reduction final fluctuation ends and the normal game state is entered, and the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state due to reaching the ceiling in the jackpot time reduction final fluctuation When the game ends and enters the normal game state, the result notification effect is executed, and when the other special loss low probability high base game state ends and the normal game state ends, and the ceiling reaching low probability high base game When the state ends and the normal game state is entered, the result notification effect may not be executed.

In addition, in the first embodiment, in the low-probability high-base gaming state (time-saving state), the lost pattern C that can be the trigger for the time-saving state is stopped and displayed, but a new low-probability high-base gaming state (time-saving state) If not, the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a combination (display mode) different from the stop display of the losing pattern B that cannot be the trigger for the occurrence of the time saving state, so that the losing pattern C is stopped and displayed, but in the time saving state. However, the combination (display mode) of the stopped small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 in this case is different from the combination (display mode) that can appear in the case of the stop display of the losing symbol B. You may change it suitably. Alternatively, in the first embodiment, the combination of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 that are stopped and displayed in this case is a small combination in which the losing pattern C is stopped and displayed and the new low-probability high-base gaming state (time-saving state) is entered. Although different from the combination (display mode) of the patterns KZ1 to KZ3, they may be the same. Furthermore, the combination (display mode) of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 stopped and displayed in this case is the small symbol KZ1 in the case where the losing symbol C is stopped and displayed and the new low-probability high-base game state (time-saving state) is entered. The lost symbol C may include a dedicated symbol in accordance with the combination (display mode) of to KZ3.

In addition, in the low-probability high-base gaming state (time-saving state), the loss pattern C, which can be the trigger for the occurrence of the time-saving state, was stopped and displayed, but if it does not become a new low-probability high-base gaming state (time-saving state), the time-saving state The production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a combination (display mode) that can appear when the stop display of the losing pattern B that cannot be triggered is performed, but the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 are small patterns KZ1 to KZ3. may be stopped and displayed in the same combination (display mode). In this case, all the patterns used in combination of the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 may be composed of patterns that can appear when the stop display of the losing pattern B is performed, or some Alternatively, all of them may be composed of dedicated symbols that cannot appear when the stop display of the losing symbol B is performed.

In addition, in the low-probability high-base gaming state (time-saving state), the losing pattern C that can be the trigger for the occurrence of the time-saving state is stopped and displayed, and if the new low-probability high-base gaming state (time-saving state) occurs, the losing pattern C By performing stop display of production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 using dedicated patterns (special losing dedicated patterns G37), the losing pattern C is stopped and displayed, and a new low probability high base game is performed. Although it is suggested that it will be in the state (time saving state), the losing pattern C is stopped and displayed, but the stopping display of the losing pattern B is the same as when it does not newly enter the low probability high base game state (time saving state). Although it is a combination (display mode) that cannot appear when is performed, all of the symbols that can appear may be configured and displayed in a stopped state. Also, in this case, the losing pattern C is stopped and displayed, but the combination (display mode) of the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 when the new low probability high base game state (time saving state) does not occur, and the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 may be stopped and displayed in accordance with the combination (display mode) of .

Furthermore, in the first embodiment, in the losing symbol C derivation time-saving state execution effect, the special losing dedicated symbol G37 is displayed as the middle effect symbol EZ2 and the medium and small symbol KZ2, but the left effect symbol EZ1 and the left small symbol. It may be displayed as KZ1, or right effect symbol EZ3, and right small symbol KZ3. Alternatively, in the lost pattern C derivation time saving state execution effect, both or one of all of the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 and all of the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are dedicated to the stop display of the losing pattern C and the time saving state. It may be composed of patterns.

In addition, in the first embodiment, the losing symbol C derivation time-saving state execution effect, the losing symbol C derivation time-saving state non-execution effect, and the losing symbol deriving effect are composed of the small symbol KZ, but the effect symbol EZ and the sub A specific image different from the pattern SZ may be used. Alternatively, the losing pattern C derivation time reduction state non-execution effect and the losing pattern deriving effect may be executed using a performance device different from the image display device 50 such as the speaker 52, the frame lamp 53, and the board movable device 56. good.

Furthermore, in the first embodiment, when the special losing time-saving final variation corresponds to the ceiling reaching variation, when the losing pattern C is stopped and displayed, the ceiling reaching is prioritized and the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state is entered. , The special loss may be given priority to a special loss low probability high base game state. Furthermore, in the first embodiment, when the special losing time-saving final fluctuation corresponds to the ceiling reaching fluctuation, when the jackpot pattern B or the jackpot pattern E is stopped and displayed, the jackpot election is given priority, and the jackpot game is lowered. A high-probability base game state is entered, but the ceiling-reaching low-probability high-base game state may be set with priority given to reaching the ceiling.

Furthermore, in the first embodiment, the special figure variation time when the losing pattern B is stopped and displayed in the final variation of the time saving and the normal game state is changed. The base game state and the special loss low probability high base game state are determined by different conditions (special figure variation pattern determination table), and the former case is set so that it tends to be longer, but the latter It may be set so that the case tends to be longer.

Further, in the first embodiment, when the losing pattern B is stopped and displayed in the time saving final fluctuation and the normal game state is entered, the special figure 2 variable display performed in the normal game state is performed in the normal game state. The possibility of becoming a high base game state is higher in the case of the jackpot low probability high base game state than in the case of the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state and the special loss low probability high base game state, but the jackpot low probability It may be higher in the case of the ceiling reaching low probability high base game state and the special loss low probability high base game state than in the case of the high base game state. In addition, as the order of this possibility, the base game state with low probability of special loss = high base game state with low probability of special loss < high base game state with low probability of reaching the ceiling, or the base game state with low probability of special loss with high probability > ceiling Reaching low probability high base gaming state > jackpot low probability high base gaming state, etc., may be changed as appropriate.

Furthermore, when the losing pattern B is stop-displayed by the time-saving final fluctuation and the normal game state is entered, the losing pattern C is stop-displayed in the special figure 2 variable display performed in the normal game state and the low-probability high-base game state is entered. The number of special figures 2 pending when entering the normal game state due to the possibility is, in addition to the special figure fluctuation time of the last special figure variable display, for example, for a specific occurrence trigger, the short time final variation is executed The upper limit of the special figure 2 reservation number can be increased or decreased when it is being held, and as a result, the size relationship (advantageous or disadvantageous relationship for the player) of the possibility of becoming a low-probability high-base game state is established. can be

Also, in the first embodiment, when the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed in the ceiling time saving final fluctuation and the special losing time saving final fluctuation, the special figure variable other than the jackpot time saving final fluctuation in the jackpot low probability high base gaming state Similar to the case where the stop display of the losing pattern C is performed in the display, even when the stopping display of the losing pattern B is performed, the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a combination (display mode) that can appear, and the losing pattern is displayed. Although it is a combination that cannot appear when the stop display of B is performed, it is also a combination exclusively for the losing symbol C by normal numbers that is also used when the stopping display of the losing symbol B is performed (display mode) , the small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed. However, for both or one of the ceiling time-saving final variation and the special losing time-saving final variation, the combination including the special losing-only pattern G37 is the same as when the losing design C is stopped and displayed in the final time-saving jackpot variation. The effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 may be stopped and displayed.

7. Other Modifications Next, other modifications of the basic embodiment and the pachinko game machine PY according to the first embodiment will be described below. Hereinafter, the pachinko gaming machine PY according to the basic embodiment and the first embodiment will be referred to as "pachinko gaming machine PY, etc.".

In the pachinko game machine PY or the like, the display unit 50a is used to variably display the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in order to notify the result of the special drawing lottery. (Slot machine)”, a special figure lottery result may be notified by arranging a drum on which a pattern is displayed and by variably displaying the drum.

In addition, in the pachinko game machine PY, etc., the big winning opening 14 can be opened in the big winning game, but a winning area that can be opened in the big winning game may be provided in addition to the big winning opening 14 .

Further, in the pachinko game machine PY, etc., when a specific jackpot symbol type is determined, the game always progresses in a high-probability state after the jackpot game. That is, the setting of the high probability state is associated with the jackpot symbol type. However, the setting conditions for the high-probability state may be changed. For example, in addition to the big winning device 14D, a second big winning device that can be opened and closed and into which game balls can enter when opened is provided at a position where the game balls can reach in the game area 6, and a second big winning device is provided at a position where the game balls can reach. In a predetermined round game, when the game ball that has entered the second big winning device by opening the second big winning device passes through a specific area provided on the downstream side thereof, a high probability state occurs with the end of the big winning game. may be set.

In this case, for example, a specific jackpot pattern (jackpot pattern that makes it easy to set a high probability state) that the second big winning device opens for an easy time (for example, 29.5 seconds), and the second big winning device A non-specific jackpot pattern (a jackpot pattern that makes it difficult to set a high probability state) that opens for a difficult time (for example, 0.5 seconds) can be provided. In addition, there are a specific area and a non-specific area as areas through which the winning game balls can pass, and a distribution device for distributing the game balls to the specific area and the non-specific area is provided. Although the opening time of the second big prize device is the same, the combination of the opening mode of the second big prize device and the operation mode of the sorting device makes it easy to set the high probability state and the high probability state. It is also possible to provide a jackpot pattern that is difficult to set.

Further, in the pachinko game machine PY or the like, the game control board 100 performs basic control relating to the progress of the game, and the performance control board 100 performs basic control relating to the progress of the presentation according to the progress of the game (game control). As shown by 120, the control of the game and the control of the presentation are performed by different substrates, but they may be configured to be performed by one substrate. In this case, the image control board 140 may be included in the one board, or may be provided separately from the one board.

In addition, the game machine of the present invention can be applied to other pinball game machines such as arrange ball machines and mammoth ball game machines, reel-type game machines (so-called "slot machines"), and the like.

8. Inventions Disclosed in the Aforedescribed Embodiments The following inventions A to B are disclosed up to the preceding paragraph in [Mode for Carrying Out the Invention]. In the descriptions of the inventions A to D, the names and expressions of the corresponding configurations and the reference numerals used in the drawings in the embodiments of the invention described above are added in parentheses for reference. However, the elements such as the means constituting each invention are not limited to this appendix. Invention A is a generic term for the following inventions A1 to A6, Invention B is a generic term for the following inventions B1 to B3, Invention C is a generic term for the following inventions C1 to C5, and Invention D is a generic term for the following inventions C1 to C5. , is a general term for inventions D1 to D6 below.

8-1-1. Invention A1
The game machine according to invention A1 is
A game control means (game control) for executing a jackpot game when a first specific result is derived (a jackpot pattern is stopped and displayed) by variable display of identification information (special symbols) that informs a predetermined determination result (jackpot determination result, etc.) microcomputer 101) for
A production control means (production control microcomputer 121) capable of executing a prescribed production using a prescribed production means including a display means (image display device 50),
After the jackpot game, the game control means has a specific state (time-saving state) that is more advantageous to the player than a normal non-specific state (non-time-saving state) with respect to predetermined matters related to the game (ease of opening the second start port 12). ) in a gaming machine that may
The game control means, in the variable display of the identification information, when a second specified result different from the first specified result is derived (the losing symbol C is stopped and displayed), the specified state without executing the jackpot game There are times when the specific state is not set without executing the jackpot game,
The effect control means derives the second specific result by the variable display of the identification information, but when the specific state is not reached without executing the jackpot game, the second specific result is derived but the A game machine capable of executing a second specific result derivation specific state non-execution performance (a performance in which small patterns KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a combination dedicated to the losing pattern C) suggesting that the specific state will not occur.

8-1-2. Invention A2
The gaming machine according to Invention A2 is
A gaming machine according to Invention A1,
When the second specific result is derived by the variable display of the identification information and the specific state is reached without the jackpot game being executed, the effect control means derives the second specific result and the specific state. A gaming machine capable of executing a second specific result derivation specific state execution performance (a performance in which small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a combination including a special failing dedicated symbol G37) suggesting that the game will become.

8-1-3. Invention A3
The gaming machine according to invention A3 is
A gaming machine according to Invention A2,
The effect control means can display specific images (small symbols KZ1 to KZ3) on the display means,
The display mode of the specific image includes a first display mode (a combination dedicated to the losing pattern C) and a second display mode (a combination including a special losing pattern G37),
The second specific result derivation specific state non-execution effect is configured by displaying the specific image in the first display mode, and the second specific result derivation specific state execution effect is configured by displaying the specific image in the second display mode. A game machine characterized by comprising a display.

8-1-4. Invention A4
The gaming machine according to Invention A4 is
The gaming machine according to Invention A3,
The game control means, in the variable display of the identification information, when a third specified result different from the first specified result and the second specified result is derived (the losing symbol B is stopped and displayed), the jackpot game is performed. neither executing nor putting into said specific state,
The effect control means, when the third specific result is derived by the variable display of the identification information, provides a third specific result derivation effect (a losing pattern A and a losing pattern) suggesting that the third specified result has been derived. Effect of stopping and displaying small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 in combination associated with symbol B) can be executed,
The display mode of the specific image includes the first display mode and a third display mode different from the second display mode (a combination associated with the failing pattern A and the failing pattern B),
The gaming machine, wherein the third specific result derivation effect is configured by displaying the specific image in the third display mode.

8-1-5. Invention A5
The game machine according to invention A5 is
A gaming machine according to any one of inventions A1 to A4,
The effect control means can execute variable display of patterns (small patterns) in accordance with the variable display of the identification information in the table means,
A gaming machine, wherein the specific image is composed of the pattern.

8-1-6. Invention A6
The gaming machine according to invention A6 is
A gaming machine according to any one of inventions A1 to A5,
The game control means, when the second specified result is derived by the variable display of the identification information, if the game state at that time is the non-specified state, the game control means does not execute the jackpot game and changes to the specified state. A gaming machine characterized in that, when the game state at that time is the specific state, the game machine does not enter the specific state without executing the big winning game.

8-2-1. Invention B1
The game machine according to invention B1 is
A game control means (game control microcomputer 101) for executing a jackpot game when a specific result is derived by variable display of identification information (special pattern) for notifying a predetermined determination result (a jackpot pattern is stopped and displayed);
A production control means (production control microcomputer 121) capable of executing a prescribed production using a prescribed production means (image display device 50, etc.),
The game control means, after the jackpot game, in a gaming machine that may be in a specific state (time-saving state) that is more advantageous to the player than a non-specific state (non-time-saving state) for predetermined matters related to the game,
The game control means is
When the specific state is set after the jackpot game, the end condition related to the specific state (executing the special figure variable display for the jackpot time saving specified number of times) is satisfied, the identification information in the non-specific state may enable variable display,
Although the termination condition is satisfied, the identification information is specified without variable display of the identification information in the non-specified state in response to the establishment of a specific condition different from the derivation of the specific result (special failure, reaching the ceiling). enable variable display of the identification information in a state;
The production control means is
If the execution of the variable display of the identification information is enabled in the non-specified state in response to the fulfillment of the end condition, a result notification effect (result notification display) for notifying a predetermined result is executed,
A termination condition related to the specific state is met, but in response to the satisfaction of the specific condition, variable display of the identification information is executed in the specific state without variable display of the identification information in the non-specified state. A gaming machine characterized in that the result notification effect is not executed when enabling.

8-2-2. Invention B2
The gaming machine according to invention B2 is
A gaming machine according to invention B1,
The game control means variably displays the identification information without executing the jackpot game when a predetermined result different from the specified result is derived (the losing symbol C is stopped and displayed) in the variable display of the identification information. making it possible to execute variable display of the identification information in the specific state after
The gaming machine, wherein the specific condition is that the predetermined result is derived by variably displaying the identification information.

8-2-3. Invention B3
The gaming machine according to invention B3 is
A gaming machine according to invention B1 or invention B2,
The game control means enables execution of variable display of the identification information in the specific state in response to the establishment of the specific condition, and as a result of executing variable display of the identification information in the specific state, the specific state (The special figure variable display is executed a special loss time-saving specified number of times, the special figure variable display is performed a ceiling time-saving specified number of times) is established, and in response to the establishment of the end condition, the non-specified A variable display of the identification information may be executable in a state,
As a result of executing the variable display of the identification information in the specific state related to the establishment of the specific condition, the effect control means satisfies the end condition related to the specific state, and according to the establishment of the end condition, the The gaming machine is characterized in that when the variable display of the identification information is made executable in a non-specified state, the result notification effect is not executed.

8-3-1. Invention C1
The gaming machine according to invention C1 is
A game control means (game control microcomputer 101) for executing a jackpot game in response to derivation of a specific result by variable display of identification information (special pattern) (a jackpot pattern is stopped and displayed),
The game control means, in accordance with the end of the jackpot game, a game that may be in a specific state (time-saving state) that is more advantageous to the player than a normal non-specific state (non-time-saving state) for predetermined matters related to the game machine and
The game control means is
It is possible to suspend the execution of the variable display of the identification information,
By establishing a predetermined condition (reaching the ceiling, special loss) different from the derivation of the specific result, the specific state may be set without executing the jackpot game,
In the specific state corresponding to the end of the jackpot game, the non-specific state may be set by the establishment of a predetermined end condition (the special figure variable display is executed a specified number of times to reduce the jackpot time),
In the specific state according to the establishment of the predetermined condition, a predetermined end condition (that the special figure variable display is executed for the ceiling time saving specified number of times, the special figure variable display is performed for the special loss time saving specified number of times) is established The non-specific state may be set by
In the case of the specific state corresponding to the end of the jackpot game and in the case of the specific state corresponding to the establishment of the predetermined condition, the variable display of the identification information held when the non-specific state is reached is changed. A gaming machine characterized in that a predetermined result different from the specific result is derived by execution, and the possibility of the specific state being achieved without executing the jackpot game is different.

8-3-2. Invention C2
The game machine according to invention C2 is
A gaming machine according to invention C1,
A gaming machine, wherein the predetermined condition includes that the predetermined result is derived by variably displaying the identification information.

8-3-3. Invention C3
The game machine according to invention C3 is
A gaming machine according to invention C1,
A gaming machine, wherein the predetermined condition does not include derivation of the predetermined result by variable display of the identification information.

8-3-4. Invention C4
The game machine according to invention C4 is
A gaming machine according to any one of inventions C1 to C3,
A starting area (second starting port 12) in which the game ball can enter is provided in the game area where the launched game ball can flow down,
The starting area is configured to be openable and closable,
A gaming machine, wherein the predetermined matter related to the game is ease of opening of the starting area.

8-3-5. Invention C5
The gaming machine according to invention C5 is
A gaming machine according to any one of inventions C1 to C4,
In the case of the specific state corresponding to the end of the jackpot game and in the case of the specific state corresponding to the establishment of the predetermined condition, the variable display of the identification information held when entering the normal game state A game machine characterized by having different expectations for the number.

8-4-1. Invention D1
The gaming machine according to invention D1 is
A game control means (game control microcomputer 101) for executing a jackpot game in response to derivation of a specific result by variable display of identification information (special pattern) (a jackpot pattern is stopped and displayed),
The game control means is a gaming machine that may set a specific game state (low probability high base game state) more advantageous to the player than the normal game state in response to the end of the jackpot game,
The game control means is capable of setting the specific game state without executing the jackpot game in response to establishment of a specific condition,
A gaming machine, wherein the specific conditions include a first specific condition and a second specific condition different from the first specific condition.

8-4-2. Invention D2
The gaming machine according to invention D2 is
A gaming machine according to invention D1,
Said game control means, when both said first specific condition and said second specific condition are satisfied, gives priority to establishment of said first specific condition, said specific game state in response to establishment of said first specific condition A gaming machine characterized by:

8-4-3. Invention D3
The gaming machine according to invention D3 is
A gaming machine according to invention D1 or invention D2,
The first specific condition includes that the variable display of the identification information is executed a specific number of times (800 times) without deriving the specific result in the normal game state,
The gaming machine, wherein the second specific condition includes that a predetermined result different from the specific result is derived (the losing symbol C is stopped and displayed) in the variable display of the identification information.

8-4-4. Invention D4
The gaming machine according to invention D4 is
A gaming machine according to invention D3,
The game control means, when the specific result is derived by the variable display of the identification information related to the establishment of the first specific condition, prioritizes the derivation of the specific result, executes the jackpot game, and executes the jackpot The game machine is characterized in that the specific game state is entered upon completion of the game.

8-4-5. Invention D5
The gaming machine according to invention D5 is
A gaming machine according to invention D1 or invention D2,
The first specific condition includes that a predetermined result different from the specific result is derived (the lost symbol C is stopped and displayed) in the variable display of the identification information,
The gaming machine, wherein the second specific condition includes executing the variable display of the identification information a specific number of times (800 times) without deriving the specific result in the normal game state.

8-4-6. Invention D6
The gaming machine according to invention D6 is
A gaming machine according to invention D5,
The game control means, when the specific result is derived by the variable display of the identification information related to the establishment of the second specific condition, prioritizes the derivation of the specific result, executes the jackpot game, and executes the jackpot The game machine is characterized in that the specific game state is entered upon completion of the game.

PY, PY1 Pachinko machine 1 Game board 6 Game area 6A Left game area 6B Right game area 11 First start port 11a First start port sensor 12 Second start port 12a Second start port Sensor 14 Big winning opening 14a Big winning opening sensor 50 Image display device 50a Display unit 52 Speaker 53 Frame lamp 100 Game control board 101 Game control microcomputer 120 Effect control board 121 Effect control microcomputer 140... Image control board

Claims (1)

A jackpot game may be executed when a first specific result is derived by variable display of identification information for notifying a predetermined determination result, and the jackpot game may be executed when a second specific result different from the first specific result is derived. a game control means that does not execute
Effect control means capable of executing a predetermined effect using a predetermined effect means including display means,
After the jackpot game, the game control means may set the predetermined matters related to the game to a specific state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal non-specific state , and after the specific state is reached, the first specific result In a gaming machine that can be changed from the specified state to the non-specified state by executing the variable display of the identification information a predetermined number of times without deriving the
The game control means, in the variable display of the identification information of the predetermined number of times after becoming the specific state, when the second specific result is derived, to the specific state newly, to the specific state If the second identification result is derived by the variable display of the identification information before the predetermined number of times, the specific state is not newly set,
The production control means is
Although the second identification result is derived by the variable display of the identification information before the predetermined number of times after the specific state is established, the second identification result is derived when the specific state is not newly established. It is possible to execute a first suggestion effect suggesting that the specific state is not to be reached, and the second specific result is derived by the variable display of the identification information for the predetermined number of times after the specific state is reached, and a new is capable of executing a second suggestion effect suggesting that the second specified result is derived and that the specified state will be entered,
Before executing the second suggestive performance, a pre-stage performance capable of recognizing that the specific state ends is executed, and then a post-stage performance capable of recognizing that the specific state does not end may be executed. A game machine characterized by

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