JP7309535B2 - game machine - Google Patents

Description

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

As a game machine, a game medium such as a game ball is shot into a game area by a shooting device, and when the game medium enters a prize winning area such as a winning hole provided in the game area and an execution condition (starting condition) is established, A pachinko machine that enhances game interest by a so-called variable display game in which a plurality of types of identification information (hereinafter referred to as display patterns) are variably displayed on a variable display device and whether or not to give a predetermined game value is determined based on the display results. There is a game machine. In such a pachinko game machine, when the stop pattern mode when the variable display of the display patterns in the variable display game is completely stopped becomes a specific display mode, an advantageous state (jackpot game state) is brought to the player. In the jackpot game state, a round game in which the jackpot is opened can be repeatedly executed up to a predetermined upper limit number of times.

As such a game machine, there is a game machine in which a movable body is operated, and a game machine has been proposed in which a so-called backlash motion, which is a repetitive motion with a small amount of displacement, is performed as the motion of the movable body (see, for example, Patent Document 1). ).

Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2019-4971

However, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, although it is possible to cause the movable body to perform so-called rattling motions at a plurality of positions, sufficient consideration is not given to the movement restrictions due to the position of the movable body. There is room for improvement in terms of suitably controlling the operation.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION It is an object of the present invention to provide a game machine capable of suitably controlling the motion of a movable body.

In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to the present invention includes:
A gaming machine capable of playing games,
detection means capable of detecting a player's motion during the detection valid period;
a movable body operable to a first position and at least a second position different from the first position;
movable body control means for controlling the movement of the movable body;
an effect control means capable of executing a specific effect, and capable of transmitting information for operating the movable body to the movable body control means according to the effect result of the specific effect,
The movable body control means performs motion control of the movable body based on the information transmitted from the effect control means,
According to the effect result of the specific effect, the movement to a plurality of result positions including a third position between the first position and the second position and a fourth position different from the third position in the specific effect move your body,
based on the fact that the detection means detects the action of the player during the effective detection period before moving the movable body to the result position in the specific performance, the movable body is moved toward the second position in the direction of the second position; a unit motion that causes the motion of a unit motion amount smaller than the movement amount from the first position to the second position can be executed a plurality of times;
The production control means is
transmitting unit motion information for causing the movable body to perform the unit motion to the movable body control means based on the fact that the detection means has detected the motion of the player during the effective detection period in the specific effect;
When the movable body has not reached the result position when the detection effective period in the specific effect has passed, a difference amount corresponding to the difference between the result position and the amount of motion performed by the unit motion. to the movable body control means, differential motion information for causing the motion of
When the movable body has not reached the result position when the detection valid period in the specific effect has passed, and a predetermined condition is satisfied, the difference motion information is not transmitted to the movable body control means. ,
further comprising light emitting means;
When the detecting means detects the action of the player during the effective detection period after the movable body reaches the result position in the specific effect, the motion of the player is performed in the same manner as when the movable body is moved by the unit motion. causing the light emitting means to emit light;
It is characterized by
In order to achieve the above purpose, other gaming machines
A gaming machine capable of playing games (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1, etc.),
detection means (for example, push sensor 35B, etc.) capable of detecting the action of the player during the effective detection period;
a first position and a movable body (for example, a first movable body 054AK001, etc.) capable of moving to at least a second position different from the first position;
Movable body control means for controlling the motion of the movable body (for example, a performance control CPU 120 for executing motion processing);
Effect control means capable of executing a specific effect and capable of transmitting information for operating the movable body to the movable body control means according to the result of the specific effect (for example, the first movable body motion control process of step 054AKS032 Execution control CPU 120 etc.) and,
The movable body control means controls the movement of the movable body based on the information transmitted from the effect control means (for example, executing the movement according to the command in the movement processing in FIGS. 11 to 13),
According to the effect result of the specific effect, the movement to a plurality of result positions including a third position between the first position and the second position and a fourth position different from the third position in the specific effect Move the body (for example, move to intermediate position 1 or intermediate position 2 as the operating position),
based on the fact that the detection means detects the action of the player during the effective detection period before moving the movable body to the result position in the specific performance, the movable body is moved toward the second position in the direction of the second position; It is possible to perform a plurality of unit motions that are smaller than the amount of movement from the first position to the second position (for example, the processing of step 054AKS079 can be performed),
The production control means is
Based on the fact that the detection means detects the action of the player during the effective detection period of the specific effect, the unit motion information for causing the movable body to perform the unit motion is transmitted to the movable body control means (for example, in step 054AKS051). process),
When the movable body has not reached the result position when the detection effective period in the specific effect has passed, a difference amount corresponding to the difference between the result position and the amount of motion performed by the unit motion. to the movable body control means (for example, executing the processing of step 054AKS054);
It is characterized by

According to such a configuration, it is possible to perform motion control according to the position of the movable body, and it is possible to suitably perform motion control of the movable body.

It is a front view of the pachinko game machine in this embodiment. It is a rear perspective view of the pachinko game machine in this embodiment. It is a configuration diagram showing various control boards and the like mounted in the pachinko game machine. It is a flow chart which shows an example of game control main processing. It is a flow chart showing an example of timer interrupt processing for game control. It is a flow chart which shows an example of special design process processing. FIG. 9 is an explanatory diagram showing a display result determination table; It is a flow chart which shows an example of production control main processing. It is a flow chart which shows an example of production control process processing. 9 is a flowchart showing an example of variable display start setting processing; It is a flow chart which shows an example of stop design decision processing. FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a setting example regarding a setting suggestion effect execution determination table; FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a configuration example and a setting example regarding a setting suggestion pattern; 9 is a flowchart showing an example of effect processing during variable display; It is a figure which shows the execution example of setting suggestion production|presentation. It is a figure which shows the operation example of a 1st movable body. It is a figure which shows the operation example of a 2nd movable body. It is a conceptual diagram of the program which CPU120 for production|presentation control runs. It is a figure which illustrates a fluctuation pattern. 9 is a flowchart showing an example of variable display start setting processing; 9 is a flowchart showing an example of specific effect setting processing; It is a figure which shows the example of determination of the execution presence or absence of specific production|presentation. It is a figure which shows the example of determination of an production|presentation pattern. It is a figure which shows an example of the operation|movement content etc. of various production|presentation patterns, and the operation position of 1st movable body 054AK001. 9 is a flowchart showing an example of effect processing during variable display; It is a flow chart which shows an example of the 1st movable body motion control processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 2nd movable body motion control process. 4 is a flowchart showing an example of operation processing; It is a figure which shows an example of a timing chart when specific production|presentation is performed. FIG. 12 is a diagram showing an example of the motion of the first movable body when a specific effect of the pattern 1 effect pattern is executed; FIG. 5 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the relationship between the number of motion detection times in a single motion, the number of steps of the drive motor, and the position of the first movable body; It is a figure which shows the example of an operation|movement of a 1st movable body when a single operation|movement is performed. It is a figure which shows the example of an operation|movement of a 1st movable body when difference operation|movement is performed. It is a figure which shows the example of a motion of a 1st movable body in the case of performing backlash motion after performing single motion. It is a figure which shows the operation example of a 2nd movable body. FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the operation speed of the first movable body during normal operation and during single operation; It is explanatory drawing of the 1st movable body provided with several movable parts. It is a front view of the pachinko game machine. It is the schematic of a movable body unit. FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing the relationship between variable display results and variation patterns; 9 is a flowchart showing an example of effect processing during variable display; It is a timing chart in the variable display of super reach α1 jackpot and super reach α2 jackpot. It is a timing chart in the variable display of super reach α1 loss and super reach α2 loss. It is a timing chart in the variable display of the super reach β1 jackpot and the super reach β2 jackpot. It is a timing chart in the variable display of the super reach β1 and the super reach β2. It is a figure which shows the production|presentation aspect of the reach production|presentation in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the production|presentation aspect of the reach production|presentation in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the production|presentation aspect of the reach production|presentation in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the production|presentation aspect of the reach production|presentation in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the production|presentation aspect of the reach production|presentation in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the production|presentation aspect of the reach production|presentation in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the production|presentation aspect of the reach production|presentation in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the production|presentation aspect of the reach production|presentation in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the production|presentation aspect of the reach production|presentation in an image display apparatus.

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

(Structure of pachinko machine 1, etc.)
FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko game machine 1, showing the arrangement layout of the main members. A pachinko game machine (game machine) 1 is roughly composed of a game board (gauge board) 2 forming a game board surface and a game machine frame (underframe) 3 supporting and fixing the game board 2 . A game area is formed in the game board 2, and a game ball as a game medium is shot from a predetermined ball shooting device and hit into the game area.

In addition, the "variable display" of the special symbols means, for example, that a plurality of types of special symbols are displayed in a variable manner (the same applies to other symbols described later). Variations include updating display of a plurality of patterns, scrolling display of a plurality of patterns, deformation of one or more patterns, enlargement/reduction of one or more patterns, and the like. In the variation of special symbols and normal symbols, which will be described later, a plurality of types of special symbols or normal symbols are updated and displayed. In the variation of decorative patterns, which will be described later, a plurality of types of decorative patterns are scrolled or updated, and one or more decorative patterns are deformed or enlarged/reduced. Note that the variation also includes a mode in which a certain symbol is displayed blinking. At the end of the variable display, a predetermined special symbol is stopped and displayed (also referred to as derivation or derivation display) as a display result (the same applies to variable display of other symbols to be described later). Variable display may be expressed as variable display or variation.

The special symbols variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A are also called "first special symbols", and the special symbols variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B are also called "second special symbols". Also, a special game using the first special game is called a "first special game", and a special game using the second special game is called a "second special game". In addition, the number of special symbol display devices that variably display the special symbols may be one.

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

For example, on the screen of the image display device 5, in synchronism with the first special game and the second special game, a plurality of types of decorative patterns (such as patterns showing numbers) as decoration identification information different from the special patterns. variable display is performed. Here, in synchronism with the first special game or the second special game, decorative symbols are variably displayed (for example, vertically direction scroll display and update display). It should be noted that the variable display of the special game and the decoration pattern that are executed in synchronization are also collectively referred to simply as the variable display.

A display area may be provided on the screen of the image display device 5 for displaying suspended display corresponding to the variable display whose execution is suspended and active display corresponding to the variable display being executed. Suspended display and active display are also collectively referred to as variable display corresponding display corresponding to variable display.

The number of variable representations that are reserved is also referred to as the number of reserved memories. The reserved memory number corresponding to the first special game is also referred to as the first reserved memory number, and the reserved memory number corresponding to the second special game is also referred to as the second reserved memory number. The sum of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number is also referred to as the total reserved memory number.

At predetermined positions on the game board 2, a first suspension indicator 25A and a second suspension indicator 25B each including a plurality of LEDs are provided. The first pending display 25A displays the first pending memory number by the number of lit LEDs. The second pending display 25B displays the number of second pending memories according to the number of lit LEDs.

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

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

The variable winning ball device 6B (ordinary electric accessory) forms a second starting winning hole that changes between a closed state and an open state by a solenoid 81 (see FIG. 3). The variable winning ball device 6B is provided with, for example, an electric tulip-shaped accessory having a pair of movable winglets. comes close to the winning ball device 6A, and the closed state in which the game balls do not enter the second starting winning opening (also referred to as the second starting winning opening being closed). On the other hand, the variable winning ball device 6B is in an open state in which the game ball can enter the second start winning opening (second start It is also said that the prize-winning mouth is open.). When the game ball enters the second start winning hole, a predetermined number (for example, three) of prize balls are paid out, and the second special game can be started. Note that the variable winning ball device 6B may be any device that changes between a closed state and an open state, and is not limited to a device provided with an electric tulip-shaped accessory.

At predetermined positions of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, four positions on the left and right sides of the game area), there are provided general winning holes 10 which are always kept open by predetermined ball receiving members. In this case, when the player enters one of the general winning openings 10, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Below the winning ball device 6A and the variable winning ball device 6B, a special variable winning ball device 7 having a large winning hole is provided. The special variable winning ball device 7 has a large winning opening door that is driven to open and close by a solenoid 82 (see FIG. 3). Form.

As an example, in the special variable winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big winning door (for the special electric accessory) is in the OFF state, the big winning door closes the big winning door, and the game ball is pushed out. You will not be able to enter (pass through) the prize gate. On the other hand, in the special variable winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big winning gate door is in the ON state, the big winning gate door opens the big winning gate, making it easier for the game ball to enter the big winning gate. Become.

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

Entering a game ball into each winning hole including the general winning hole 10 is also called "winning". In particular, winning a prize in a starting opening (first starting winning opening, second starting winning opening) is also referred to as starting winning.

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

A passage gate 41 through which game balls can pass is provided on the left side of the image display device 5 . Based on the game ball passing through the passage gate 41, the normal game is executed.

Above the normal pattern display 20, a normal pattern holding display 25C is provided. The general pattern suspension display 25C includes, for example, four LEDs, and displays the normal pattern suspension storage number, which is the number of general pattern games whose execution is suspended, by the number of lit LEDs.

The surface of the game board 2 is provided with, in addition to the above structure, a windmill for changing the flowing direction and speed of the game ball and a large number of obstructing nails. At the bottom of the game area, an out port is provided for taking in game balls that have not entered any of the winning ports.

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

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

A ball-hitting operation handle (operation knob) operated by a player or the like to shoot a game ball toward the game area by the ball-hitting device is provided at the lower right position of the frame 3 for the gaming machine.

At a predetermined position of the game machine frame 3 below the game area, game balls paid out as prize balls and game balls lent from a predetermined ball lending machine are held (stored) so as to be supplied to the ball shooting device. ) is provided with a batted ball supply plate (upper plate). Below the upper plate, there is provided a batted ball supply plate (lower plate) from which prize balls are dispensed when the upper plate is full.

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

At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the game area, there is provided a push button 31B that allows the player to perform a predetermined instruction operation such as a pressing operation. An operation on the push button 31B is detected by a push sensor 35B (see FIG. 3).

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

FIG. 2 is a rear perspective view of the pachinko gaming machine 1. FIG. A main substrate 11 housed in a substrate case 201 is mounted on the back surface of the pachinko game machine 1. - 特許庁A setting key 51 and a setting switch 52 are provided on the main substrate 11 . The setting key 51 functions as a lock switch for switching to a setting change state or a setting confirmation state. The setting changeover switch 52 functions as a setting switch for changing set values such as the probability of winning a big hit and the rate of winning balls in the setting change state. The setting key 51 and the setting changeover switch 52 may be attached to the outside of the main board 11 , such as at a predetermined position on the power supply board 17 .

A display monitor 29 is arranged in the center of the back surface of the main substrate 11, and a display changeover switch 30 is arranged on the side of the display monitor 29. As shown in FIG. The display monitor 29 may be configured using, for example, a 7-segment LED display device. The display monitor 29 and the display changeover switch 30 are arranged in front of the main board 11 when viewing the back side of the game board 2 with the gaming machine frame 3 opened.

The display monitor 29 can display winning information such as consecutive ratios, role ratios, and bases. The consecutive ratio is the ratio of the number of prize balls to the total number of prize balls to the first and second big prize openings (attackers). Of the total number of prize balls, the number of prize balls won by winning the 2nd starting prize mouth (electric chew) and the number of prize balls by winning the 1st big prize mouth and the 2nd big prize mouth (attacker) account for the total number of prize balls. percentage. The base is the ratio of the total number of prize balls to the number of game balls launched. The display monitor 29 can display the setting values in the pachinko game machine 1 when it is in the setting change state or the setting confirmation state. The display monitor 29 only needs to be able to display setting values to be changed or checked when in the setting change state or setting confirmation state.

The setting key 51 and the setting switch 52 cannot be operated from the front side of the pachinko game machine 1 when the game machine frame 3 is closed. A glass door frame 3a having a glass window is rotatably provided in the game machine frame 3, and the game area can be opened and closed by the glass door frame 3a. When the glass door frame 3a is closed, the game area can be seen through the glass window.

In the pachinko game machine 1, a security cover 500A is attached to the right end of the outer frame 1a formed in the shape of a vertically long square frame. When the gaming machine frame 3 is closed, the security cover 500A covers the right side of the substrate case 201 including the setting keys 51 and the setting changeover switches 52 from the rear side. The security cover 500A is a substantially L-shaped member including short pieces 500Aa and long pieces 500Ab, and may be made of transparent synthetic resin.

(Overview of Game Progress)
A game ball is shot toward a game area by a player's rotation operation of a ball-hitting operation handle provided in the pachinko game machine 1.例文帳に追加When the game ball passes through the passage gate 41, the normal pattern display device 20 starts the normal pattern game. In addition, when the game ball passes through the passage gate 41 during the period during the execution of the previous normal game (when the game ball passes through the passage gate 41 but the normal game based on the passage cannot be executed immediately) , the normal game based on the passage is suspended up to a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 4).

In this general pattern game, if a specific normal pattern (normal pattern winning pattern) is stopped and displayed, the display result of the normal pattern becomes "normal pattern winning". On the other hand, if a normal pattern (normal pattern losing pattern) other than the normal pattern per pattern is stop-displayed as the determined normal pattern, the display result of the normal pattern becomes "normal pattern losing". When it comes to "normal game", the variable winning ball device 6B is opened for a predetermined period of time and the opening control is performed (the second start winning opening is opened).

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

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

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

In the special symbol game, when a specific special symbol (a big hit symbol, for example, "7", the actual symbol varies depending on the type of the big hit to be described later) is stopped and displayed as a fixed special symbol, it becomes a "big hit" and a big winning symbol. If a predetermined special symbol (a small winning symbol, for example, "2") different from the symbol is stop-displayed, it becomes a "small winning". Also, if a special symbol (losing symbol, for example, "-") different from the big-hit symbol or the small-hit symbol is stop-displayed, it becomes "losing".

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

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

In the jackpot game state, the player can get a prize ball by entering the game ball into the big winning hole. Therefore, the jackpot gaming state is an advantageous state for the player. The larger the number of rounds in the jackpot game state and the longer the upper limit period of opening, the more advantageous the player is.

In addition, a jackpot type is set in the "jackpot". For example, multiple types of opening modes (number of rounds and upper limit period of opening) of the big winning opening and game states after the jackpot game state (normal state, time saving state, variable probability state, etc.) are prepared, and the jackpot type is set according to these It is As the jackpot types, there may be provided a jackpot type with which many prize balls can be obtained, a jackpot type with few prize balls, or a jackpot type with which few prize balls can be obtained.

In the small winning game state, the big winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined opening mode. For example, in the small winning game state, the same opening mode as the big winning game state when some jackpot types etc.), the big prize opening is opened. In addition, you may provide a small-hit classification also in a "small-hit" like a big-hit classification.

After the jackpot game state is finished, depending on the jackpot type, it may be controlled to a time-saving state or a variable probability state.

In the time saving state, the control (time saving control) that shortens the average special figure fluctuation time (period of varying the special figure) than the normal state is executed. In the time-saving state, by shortening the average normal figure fluctuation time (the period during which the normal figure is changed) than in the normal state, and by improving the probability of becoming a "normal figure hit" in the general figure game than in the normal state, etc. Control (high opening control, high base control) that makes it easier for game balls to enter the second start winning opening is also executed. Since the time-saving state is a state in which the variation efficiency of the special symbols (especially the second special symbols) is improved, it is an advantageous state for the player.

In the variable probability state (probability variable state), in addition to the time-saving control, the variable probability control in which the probability that the display result is a "jackpot" is higher than in the normal state is executed. The variable probability state is a state in which the variation efficiency of the special symbols is improved, and in addition, a "big hit" is likely to occur, so it is a further advantageous state for the player.

The time saving state and the variable probability state are continued until one of the end conditions such as execution of the special game for a predetermined number of times and start of the next big win game state is established first. The end condition that the special figure game of a predetermined number of times has been executed is also referred to as a number cut (number cut time reduction, number cut probability variable, etc.).

The normal state means a game state other than a special state such as an advantageous state such as a jackpot game state that is advantageous to the player, a time saving state, a variable probability state, etc., and the display result in the normal game is "normal game". The pachinko gaming machine 1, such as the probability and the probability that the display result in the special game will be a "jackpot", returns to the initial setting state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, a predetermined return after power-on, such as when the system is reset) It is the state controlled in the same way as when processing is not executed).

The state in which probability variable control is executed is also called a high probability state, and the state in which probability variable control is not executed is also called a low probability state. A state in which time-saving control is performed is also referred to as a high-based state, and a state in which time-saving control is not performed is also referred to as a low-based state. Combining these, the short-time state is also called a low-probability-high base state, the probability-variable state is a high-probability-high base state, and the normal state is a low-probability-low base state. The high probability state and the low base state are also referred to as the high probability low base state.

After the small win game state is over, the game state is not changed, and the game state before the display result of the special figure game becomes "small win" is continuously controlled (however, "small win" occurs If the special game at the time is the special game for the predetermined number of times in the above cut, the game state is naturally changed). In addition, there may not be a "small hit" as a display result of a special figure game.

In addition, the game state may change based on the fact that the game ball has passed through a specific area (for example, a specific area within the big winning opening) during the jackpot game state. For example, when the game ball passes through the specific area, it may be controlled to the probability variable state after the big hit game state.

(Progress of production, etc.)
In the pachinko gaming machine 1, various effects (effects such as notifying the progress of the game and exciting the game) are executed according to the progress of the game. The production will be described below. The effect is performed by displaying various effect images on the image display device 5. In addition to or instead of the display, sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R and the game effect lamp 9 are provided. lighting or extinguishing, the movement of the movable body 32, or a performance using any performance device including a part or all of these.

As an effect executed according to the progress of the game, in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, 5R provided on the image display device 5, the first special game or the second In response to the start of the 2 special figure game, the variable display of the decoration pattern is started. At the timing when the display result (also called fixed special pattern) is stopped and displayed in the first special game or the second special game, a fixed decorative pattern (combination of three decorative patterns) which is the display result of variable display of decorative patterns ) is also stopped (derived).

During the period from the start of the variable display of the decorative design to the end of the variable display, the variable display of the decorative design may be in a predetermined ready-to-win state (ready-to-win state is established). Here, the ready-to-win mode means that when the decorative symbols stopped and displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 constitute a part of the jackpot combination described later, the decorative symbols that are not stopped and displayed are displayed in a variable manner. It is the aspect that is continuing.

Further, a ready-to-win effect is executed in response to the above-described ready-to-win mode during the variable display of decorative symbols. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, the ratio of the display result (the display result of the special game or the display result of the variable display of the decoration pattern) to the "big win" (also called the "big win reliability" or "big win expectation") depends on the performance mode. A plurality of different types of ready-to-win effects are executed. The ready-to-win performance includes, for example, a normal reach and a super-to-win with higher reliability than the normal reach.

When the display result of the special game is a "big hit", a fixed decorative pattern that is a predetermined big hit combination is derived as a display result of the variable display of decorative patterns on the screen of the image display device 5 (decoration The display result of the variable display of the pattern becomes a "jackpot"). As an example, the same decoration patterns (for example, "7" etc.) are stop-displayed together on predetermined effective lines in the "left", "middle" and "right" decoration pattern display areas 5L, 5C and 5R. .

In the case of the ``variable probability big hit'' controlled to the variable probability state after the end of the big win game state, odd decorative patterns (for example, "7" etc.) are stopped and displayed, and the variable probability state is entered after the end of the big win game state. In the case of an uncontrolled "non-probability variable jackpot (normal jackpot)", even-numbered decorative symbols (for example, "6") may be stopped and displayed together. In this case, odd-numbered decorative patterns are also called probability variable patterns and even-numbered decorative patterns are also called non-probable variable patterns (normal patterns). After becoming a ready-to-win mode with non-probability variation symbols, a promotion performance may be executed to finally become a "probability variation big hit".

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

When the display result of the special game is "Loss", the variable display mode of the decorative pattern does not become the ready-to-win mode, and the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern is the fixed decorative pattern of the non-reach combination (" Also referred to as "non-reach loss".) may be stopped (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern becomes "non-reach loss"). In addition, when the display result is "losing", after the mode of variable display of the decorative pattern becomes the ready-to-win mode, the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern is a predetermined ready-to-win combination ("reach losing") that is not a big hit combination. (Also called) fixed decorative pattern is displayed stop (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern is "reach lost").

The effects that can be executed by the pachinko gaming machine 1 include displaying the variable display corresponding display (suspended display and active display). In addition, as other effects, for example, a notice effect for notifying the reliability of the big hit is executed during the variable display of the decorative symbols. The notice effect includes a notice effect for notifying the reliability of the big win in the variable display during execution and a pre-reading notice effect for notifying the reliability of the big win in the variable display before execution (variable display whose execution is suspended). As the pre-reading advance notice effect, an effect of changing the display mode of the display corresponding to variable display (suspended display or active display) to a mode different from normal may be executed.

Also, in the image display device 5, the decorative patterns are temporarily stopped during the variable display of the decorative patterns, and then the variable display is restarted, so that one variable display is simulated as a plurality of variable displays. A pseudo continuous effect may be executed.

During the big winning game state, the performance during the big winning is executed to report the big winning game state. As the effect during the big win, the effect of notifying the number of rounds or the promotion effect indicating that the value of the big win game state is improved may be executed. Also, during the small-hit game state, an effect during the small-hit game for notifying the small-hit game state is executed. In addition, during the small-hit game state, some of the big-hit types (jackpot types in the same manner as the small-hit game state, for example, the jackpot type in which the subsequent game state is a high probability state) By executing a common effect in both states, the player may not know whether the current state is the small winning game state or the big winning game state. In such a case, by executing a common performance after the end of the small win game state and after the end of the big win game state, it is made impossible to distinguish whether the state is a high probability state or a low probability state. may

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

(Substrate configuration)
The pachinko game machine 1 is equipped with a main board 11, an effect control board 12, a sound control board 13, a lamp control board 14, a relay board 15, etc., as shown in FIG. In addition, various substrates such as a payout control substrate, an information terminal substrate, and a launch control substrate are arranged on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1 . Furthermore, a power supply board 17 is also mounted. Various control boards are not only electronic circuit boards such as printed wiring boards on which conductive patterns are formed and on which electrical components can be mounted, but are also configured to implement specific electrical functions by mounting electrical components on electronic circuit boards. It is a concept that includes an electronic circuit mounting board that has been manufactured.

In the pachinko game machine 1, the power supply board 17 can supply power from an AC 100 V external power supply such as a commercial power supply to electrical components including various control boards such as the main board 11 and the performance control board 12. The power supply board 17 includes, for example, a rectifier circuit for converting alternating current (AC) into direct current (DC), a power circuit for converting a predetermined DC voltage into a specific DC voltage (eg, 12 V DC or 5 V DC), and the like. I have it.

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

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

The CPU 103 executes a program stored in the ROM 101 to perform processing for controlling the progress of the game (processing for realizing the functions of the main substrate 11). At this time, various data stored in the ROM 101 (variation patterns described later, effect control commands described later, data such as various tables referred to when making various decisions described later) are used, and the RAM 102 is used as the main memory. . The RAM 102 is a backup RAM that retains stored contents for a predetermined period of time even if the power supply to the pachinko game machine 1 is stopped in part or in its entirety. All or part of the program stored in the ROM 101 may be developed in the RAM 102 and executed on the RAM 102 .

The random number circuit 104 counts updatably numerical data representing various random numbers (game random numbers) used to control the progress of the game. The game random numbers may be updated (updated by software) by the CPU 103 executing a predetermined computer program.

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

The switch circuit 110 receives detection signals from various switches (gate switch 21, starting switch (first starting switch 22A and second starting switch 22B), count switch 23) for detecting game balls A detection signal indicating that the switch has been turned on by entering) is captured and transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100. The transmission of the detection signal means that the passage or entry of the game ball has been detected.

The switch circuit 110 takes in a reset signal, a power-off signal, and a clear signal from the power board 17 and transmits them to the game control microcomputer 100 . The reset signal is an operation stop signal for stopping the operation of the control circuit such as the game control microcomputer 100, and can be output using either the power supply monitoring circuit, the IC with built-in watchdog timer, or the system reset IC. I wish I had. The power-off signal turns off when a predetermined power supply voltage used in the pachinko game machine 1 exceeds a predetermined value, and turns on when the period in which the predetermined power supply voltage is equal to or less than the predetermined value continues for a power-off reference time or longer. Become. The clear signal is turned on in response to, for example, pressing a clear switch provided on the power supply board 17 .

Solenoid circuit 111, a solenoid drive signal from the game control microcomputer 100 (for example, a signal to turn on the solenoid 81 and the solenoid 82), to the solenoid 81 for normal electric accessories and the solenoid 82 for the big winning entrance door transmit.

A display monitor 29 , a display changeover switch 30 , a setting key 51 , a setting changeover switch 52 , and a door open sensor 90 are connected to the main substrate 11 . The door open sensor 90 detects opening of the gaming machine frame 3 including the glass door frame 3a.

The main board 11 (game control microcomputer 100), as part of the control of the progress of the game, produces a production control command (a command to specify (notify) the progress of the game, etc.) according to the progress of the game. 12. The effect control command output from the main board 11 is relayed by the relay board 15 and supplied to the effect control board 12. - 特許庁The effect control command includes, for example, various determination results on the main board 11 (for example, the display result of the special game (including the jackpot type), the variation pattern used when executing the special game (details will be described later). )), game status (for example, start and end of variable display, opening status of big winning slots, occurrence of winning, number of reserved memories, game status), commands specifying error occurrence, and the like.

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

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

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

The effect control CPU 120 displays the execution of the effect based on the detection signal from the controller sensor unit 35A and the push sensor 35B (a signal that is output when an operation by the player is detected and appropriately indicates the operation content). The controller 123 may also be instructed.

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

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

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

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

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

The random number circuit 124 counts updatably numerical data indicating various random numbers (random numbers for effects) used for executing various effects. The effect random number may be updated by effect control CPU 120 executing a predetermined computer program (updated by software).

I / O 125 mounted on the production control board 12 has an input port for taking in production control commands transmitted from, for example, the main board 11, and various signals (video signal, sound designation signal, lamp signal). and an output port of

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

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

(Major operations of the main substrate 11)
First, main operations in the main board 11 will be described. When power supply to the pachinko game machine 1 is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 103 executes the game control main process. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing game control main processing executed by the CPU 103 on the main board 11. As shown in FIG.

In the game control main process shown in FIG. 4, the CPU 103 first sets interrupt prohibition (step S1). Subsequently, necessary initial settings are performed (step S2). The initial settings include stack pointer setting, internal device (CTC (counter/timer circuit), parallel input/output port, etc.) register setting, and setting to make the RAM 102 accessible.

Next, it is determined whether or not the recovery condition is satisfied (step S3). The recovery condition can be satisfied when the clear signal is in the OFF state, there is backup data, and the backup RAM is normal. When the power supply to the pachinko game machine 1 is started, for example, if a clear switch provided on the power supply board 17 is pressed, a clear signal in an ON state is input to the game control microcomputer 100 . If such an on-state clear signal is input, it may be determined in step S3 that the restoration condition is not established. The backup data may be stored in the RAM 102 serving as a backup RAM for game control. In step S3, the presence or absence of backup data, the presence or absence of data errors, etc. may be confirmed or inspected to determine whether or not the recovery condition can be established.

If the restoration condition is satisfied (step S3; Yes), after executing the restoration process (step S4), the setting confirmation process (step S5) is executed. The work area is set based on the contents stored in the RAM 102 by the recovery process in step S4. By setting the work area using the backup data stored in the RAM 102, the game state when the power supply is stopped can be restored. It is sufficient if it is possible to restart the fluctuation of the design.

If the recovery condition is not satisfied (step S3; No), after executing the initialization process (step S6), the setting change process (step S7) is executed. The initialization processing in step S6 includes clear processing for clearing the flags, counters, and buffers stored in the RAM 102, and initial values are set in the work area by executing the clear processing.

In the setting confirmation process of step S5, it is determined whether or not a predetermined setting confirmation condition is satisfied. The setting confirmation condition is established, for example, when the detection signal from the door opening sensor 90 is ON and the setting key 51 is ON when the power supply is started. The setting confirmation process of step S5 is executed when the recovery condition including the clear signal being in the OFF state is satisfied in step S3. Therefore, since the setting confirmation condition can be satisfied only when the clear signal is in the OFF state, the fact that the clear signal is in the OFF state can also be included in the setting confirmation condition.

When the setting confirmation condition is satisfied in the setting confirmation process of step S5, the setting confirmation state is entered in which the setting value set in the pachinko game machine 1 can be confirmed, and the main board 11 sets the performance control board 12. A confirmation start command is sent. In the setting confirmation state, the setting values set in the pachinko game machine 1 can be confirmed by the display on the display monitor 29 . When ending the setting confirmation state, a setting confirmation end command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 .

When the pachinko game machine 1 is in the setting confirmation state, the pachinko game machine 1 may be in a game stop state to stop the progress of the game. When the game is in the stopped state, shooting of game balls by operating the batted ball operation handle, detection of game balls by various switches, etc. are stopped, and the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, and the normal symbols are stopped. The display device 20 may be controlled so as to stop-display a lost symbol or the like, or to perform a display corresponding to a game stop state different from the lost symbol. When the setting confirmation state ends, the game stop state associated therewith should also end.

In the setting change process of step S7, it is determined whether or not a predetermined setting change condition is satisfied. The setting change condition is satisfied, for example, when the detection signal from the door opening sensor 90 is in the ON state and the setting key 51 is turned ON when power supply is started. The setting change condition may include that the clear signal is on.

When the setting change condition is satisfied in the setting change process of step S7, the setting change state is set in which the setting value set in the pachinko game machine 1 can be changed, and the main board 11 sets to the effect control board 12. A change start command is sent. In the setting change state, the setting values are displayed on the display monitor 29, and each time the operation of the setting changeover switch 52 is detected, the numerical values displayed on the display monitor 29 are sequentially updated and displayed. After that, when the setting key 51 is turned off by an operation by a game hall staff member or the like, the set value displayed on the display monitor 29 is stored (updated) in the backup area of the RAM 102, and the display monitor 29 is updated. turn off the When ending the setting change state, a setting change end command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 .

When the pachinko game machine 1 is in the setting change state, the pachinko game machine 1 may be put in the game stop state as in the setting confirmation state. When the setting change state ends, the game stop state associated therewith should also end.

On the effect control board 12 side, when a setting confirmation start command or a setting change start command is received, control may be performed to notify that the setting is being checked or that the setting is being changed. For example, a predetermined image may be displayed on the image display device 5, a predetermined sound may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R, or a light-emitting member such as the game effect lamp 9 may emit light in a predetermined manner.

The clear signal is turned on by pressing a clear switch provided on the power supply board 17, for example. Therefore, if the detection signal from the door opening sensor 90 is on and the setting key 51 is on when the power supply is started, and if the clear switch is on, the initialization process of step S6 and the step The setting change process of S7 is executed to enable control to the setting change state, and if the clear switch is off, the setting confirmation process of step S5 is executed together with the recovery process of step S4 to enable control to the setting confirmation state. If the detection signal from the door opening sensor 90 is off when the power supply is started, or if the setting key 51 is off, and if the clear switch is on, the initialization process of step S6 is executed. On the other hand, it is not controlled to the setting change state, and if the clear switch is off, the recovery processing of step S4 is executed, but it is not controlled to the setting confirmation state.

After executing the setting confirmation process or the setting change process, the CPU 103 executes a random number circuit setting process for initializing the random number circuit 104 (step S8). Then, the register of the CTC built in the game control microcomputer 100 is set so that the timer interrupt is periodically applied every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms) (step S9), and the interrupt is permitted (step S10 ). After that, loop processing is entered. Thereafter, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 at predetermined time intervals (for example, 2 ms), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute timer interrupt processing.

When the CPU 103 that has executed such game control main processing receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC and accepts the interrupt request, it executes the game control timer interrupt processing shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the game control timer interrupt processing shown in FIG. It is determined whether or not detection signals have been received from various switches such as the switch 22B and the count switch 23 (step S21). Subsequently, by executing predetermined main-side error processing, an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko game machine 1 is performed, and a warning can be generated if necessary according to the diagnosis result (step S22). After that, by executing a predetermined information output process, for example, jackpot information (information indicating the number of occurrences of jackpots, etc.), start information (start Data such as information indicating the number of wins, etc.), probability change information (information indicating the number of times the odd state has occurred, etc.) is output (step S23).

Following the information output process, a game random number update process for updating at least part of the game random numbers used on the main board 11 side by software is executed (step S24). After that, the CPU 103 executes a special symbol process (step S25). By the CPU 103 executing the special symbol process for each timer interrupt, execution and suspension management of the special symbol game, control of the big win game state and small win game state, control of the game state, and the like are realized.

Following the special symbol process, the normal symbol process is executed (step S26). The CPU 103 executes normal symbol process processing for each timer interrupt, thereby managing the execution and suspension of the normal symbol game based on the detection signal from the gate switch 21 (based on the game ball passing through the passage gate 41), It is possible to control the opening of the variable winning ball device 6B based on the "normal game". The execution of the normal pattern game is performed by driving the normal pattern display device 20, and the normal pattern reservation number is displayed by lighting the normal pattern reservation display device 25C.

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

FIG. 6 is a flow chart showing an example of the process executed in step S25 shown in FIG. 5 as the special symbol process process. In this special symbol process process, the CPU 103 first executes a starting winning determination process (step S101).

In the starting winning determination process, the occurrence of starting winning is detected, and the process of storing the pending information in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 and updating the pending storage number is executed. When a starting prize is generated, a random number value for determining the display result (including the jackpot type) and the variation pattern is extracted and stored as pending information. Further, based on the extracted random number value, a process of pre-reading and judging the display result and the variation pattern may be executed. After storing the pending information and the number of pending memories, the transmission setting for transmitting the effect control command for specifying the determination result such as the occurrence of the start winning, the number of pending memories, and the prefetch determination is performed on the effect control board 12. will be The effect control command at the time of start winning thus set to be transmitted is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by, for example, executing the command control process of step S27 shown in FIG. is transmitted to

After executing the starting winning determination process in step S101, the CPU 103 selects and executes one of the processes of steps S110 to S120 according to the value of the special figure process flag provided in the RAM102. In addition, in each process (steps S110 to S120) of the special symbol process process, transmission setting for transmitting the effect control command corresponding to each process to the effect control board 12 is performed.

The special symbol normal process of step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is "0" (initial value). In this special symbol normal process, it is determined whether or not to start the first special symbol game or the second special symbol game based on the presence or absence of pending information. In addition, in the special symbol normal processing, based on the random number value for determining the display result, whether or not the display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is a "big hit" or "small hit", and the type of the big hit in the case of "big hit". is determined (predetermined) before the display result is derived and displayed. Furthermore, in the special symbol normal process, a fixed special symbol (any one of a big hit symbol, a small winning symbol, or a losing symbol) to be stopped and displayed in the special symbol game is set according to the determined display result. After that, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "1", and the special symbol normal process ends. In addition, the special figure game using the second special figure may be executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure (also called special figure 2 priority digestion). Also, the winning order of the game balls to the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening may be stored, and the condition for starting the special game may be established in the order of winning (also called winning order).

When making various decisions based on random numbers, various tables stored in the ROM 101 (tables in which decision values to be compared with random numbers are assigned to decision results) are referred to. Other decisions on the main board 11 and various decisions on the effect control board 12 are the same. Various tables are stored in the ROM 121 of the effect control board 12 .

The variation pattern setting process of step S111 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "1". In this variation pattern setting process, one of a plurality of variation patterns is selected using random numbers for determining the variation pattern based on the result of pre-determination as to whether the display result is a "big hit" or a "small hit." including the process of determining In the variation pattern setting process, when the variation pattern is determined, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "2", and the variation pattern setting process ends.

The variation pattern is the execution time of the special game (special figure fluctuation time) (also the execution time of variable display of decorative patterns), the form of variable display of decorative patterns (whether or not there is a reach, etc.), and the variable display of decorative patterns. It designates the content of the production (type of reach production, etc.), and is also called a variable display pattern.

The special symbol variation process of step S112 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is "2". This special symbol variation processing includes a process of setting for varying the special symbols in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and the elapsed time after the special symbol starts to vary. It includes processing to measure Also, it is determined whether or not the measured elapsed time has reached the special figure variation time corresponding to the variation pattern. Then, when the elapsed time from the start of the special symbol variation reaches the special symbol variation time, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "3", and the special symbol variation processing ends.

The special symbol stop processing of step S113 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is "3". In this special symbol stop processing, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B stop the variation of the special symbol, and stop display (derivate) the fixed special symbol which is the display result of the special symbol. It includes a process to set for Then, when the display result is "big hit", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "4". On the other hand, when the big hit flag is off and the display result is "small hit", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "8". Moreover, when the display result is "losing", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0". When the display result is "small hit" or "losing", when the time saving state or probability variable state is controlled, and when the end of the number cut is established, the game state is also updated. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated, the special symbol stop processing ends.

The jackpot opening preprocessing of step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "4". This jackpot opening pre-processing includes processing for making settings for starting a round in the jackpot game state and opening the jackpot, based on the fact that the display result is a "jackpot". is When opening the big winning opening, a process of supplying a solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the big winning opening door is executed. At this time, for example, an upper limit opening period for opening the big winning opening and an upper limit execution number of rounds are set according to the type of the jackpot. When these settings are finished, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "5", and the big hit opening pretreatment is finished.

The process during jackpot opening of step S115 is performed when the value of a special figure process flag is "5". In this process during the opening of the big win, there is a process of measuring the elapsed time since the big win opening is opened, and based on the measured elapsed time, the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23, etc. It includes processing for determining whether or not it is time to return from the open state to the closed state. Then, when returning the large winning opening to the closed state, after executing processing such as stopping the supply of the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "6", The process during jackpot opening is terminated.

The jackpot opening post-processing of step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "6". This jackpot opening post-processing includes a process of determining whether or not the number of executions of a round in which the jackpot is opened has reached a set upper limit execution number, and a jackpot game state when the number of executions reaches the upper limit execution number. It includes processing to make settings for terminating . Then, when the number of executions of the round has not reached the upper limit number of executions, the value of the special process flag is updated to "5", while when the number of executions of the round reaches the upper limit number of executions, the special process flag The value is updated to "7". When the value of the special figure process flag is updated, the jackpot release post-processing ends.

The jackpot end processing of step S117 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "7". This jackpot end processing includes a process of waiting until the waiting time corresponding to the period in which the ending production as a production operation for informing the end of the jackpot game state has passed, and a probability change corresponding to the end of the jackpot game state. It includes processing for performing various settings for starting control and time saving control. When such setting is performed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0", and the jackpot ending process ends.

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

The process during the small hit opening of step S119 is performed when the value of the special figure process flag is "9". In this small winning opening process, there is a process of measuring the elapsed time from opening the big winning opening, and the timing of returning the big winning opening from the open state to the closed state based on the measured elapsed time. It includes processing for determining whether or not When the big winning opening is returned to the closed state and the end timing of the small winning game state comes, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "10", and the small winning open processing is ended.

Small hit end processing of step S120 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "10". This small-hit end processing includes processing of waiting until a waiting time corresponding to the period in which the performance operation for informing the end of the small-hit game state is executed elapses. Here, when the small winning game state ends, the game state in the pachinko game machine 1 before entering the small winning game state is continued. When the waiting time at the end of the small winning game state has passed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0", and the small winning end processing ends.

The pachinko game machine 1 is configured such that the probability of winning a jackpot and the rate of winning balls are changed according to the set value. For example, in the special symbol normal processing of the special symbol process processing, by using the display result determination table (winning probability) according to the set value, the probability of winning a big hit and the rate of winning balls are changed. For example, the setting value consists of 6 stages from 1 to 6, and 6 is the highest probability of winning the big win, and the probability of winning the big win decreases in the order of 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 as the value decreases. In this example, when 6 is set as the setting value, the advantage for the player is the highest, and the lower the value in the order of 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, the lower the advantage in stages. . If the winning probability of the big win changes according to the set value, the ball payout rate may also change according to the set value. While the winning probability of the big win is constant regardless of the set value, the number of rounds in the big win game state may change according to the set value. The pachinko game machine 1 may be configured so as to be able to set one of a plurality of set values with different degrees of advantage for the player. The set values set in the pachinko game machine 1 are notified by transmitting a set value designation command from the main board 11 side to the effect control board 12 side.

FIG. 7 shows a configuration example of a display result determination table. FIG. 7(A) shows a configuration example of the first special figure display result determination table used when the fluctuation special figure is the first special figure, and FIG. It shows a configuration example of the display result determination table for the second special figure used when it is a figure. A display result determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 101 . In the display result determination table, the hit determination value compared with the random value MR1 is assigned to the special symbol display result, which is the variable display result of the special symbols, according to the set value. The random number MR1 is a random number for determining the display result, and the value is randomly updated within the range of 0-65535. As the display result determination table, a common display result determination table may be used for the first special figure and the second special figure.

In the display result determination table, when the gaming state is a probability variable state (high probability state), more judgment values than when it is a normal state or a time saving state (low probability state), "big hit" special figure display assigned to the result. As a result, when the high probability state such as the probability variable state in which the probability variable control is performed in the pachinko game machine 1, compared to the low probability state such as the normal state or the time saving state, the probability of being determined to control to the jackpot game state is increased. get higher

In the first special figure display result determination table, regardless of the game state or set value, the probability of determining that the special figure display result is "small win" and controlled to the small win game state is determined to be the same value. has been assigned a value. In the second special figure display result determination table, regardless of the game state or setting value, the probability that the special figure display result is controlled to the small hit game state as "small hit" is the first special figure display result Determination values are assigned so as to be the same values different from those in the determination table. In addition, depending on the set value, the probability that the special figure display result is controlled to the small hit game state as the "small hit" may be changed. The probability that the special figure display result is controlled to the small winning game state as "small hit" regardless of the variation special figure may be the same probability.

In the display result determination table for the first special figure and the display result determination table for the second special figure, when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, the range from 1020 to 1237 of the hit judgment value is set regardless of the set value It is set to the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value for judging the jackpot. When the set value is 1, 1020 to 1237 are assigned to the "jackpot", and only the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value for judging the jackpot is set, while the set value 2 to set value 6 are set. In this case, a numerical range corresponding to each set value from 1238 is set as a non-common numerical range of the big hit determination value so as to be continuous from the common numerical range of the big hit determination value.

In the display result determination table for the first special figure and the display result determination table for the second special figure, when the game state is the variable probability state, the range from 1020 to 1346 of the hit determination values is a big hit regardless of the set value. It is set to the common numerical range of the jackpot judgment value for judging. When the set value is 1, by assigning 1020 to 1346 to the "jackpot", only the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value for judging the jackpot is set, while the set value 2 to the set value In the case of 6, a numerical range corresponding to each set value from 1346 is set as the non-common numerical range of the big hit determination value so as to be continuous from the common numerical range of the big hit determination value.

In the first special figure display result determination table, when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the range from 32767 to 33094 of the hit determination values is a small value for determining a small hit regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of the hit judgment value. The small-hit determination value is set to a numerical range different from the common numerical range and non-common numerical range of the big-hit determination value, regardless of whether the set value is 1-6. This prevents the numerical range of the small-hit determination value from overlapping with the range of the big-hit determination value that varies according to each set value.

In the first special figure display result determination table, when the gaming state is a variable probability state, the range from 32767 to 33094 in the hit determination value is the set value Regardless, it is set to a common numerical range of the small hit determination value for judging the small hit. The small-hit determination value is set to a numerical range different from the common numerical range and non-common numerical range of the big-hit determination value, regardless of whether the set value is 1-6. This prevents the numerical range of the small-hit determination value from overlapping with the range of the big-hit determination value that varies according to each set value.

In the second special figure display result determination table, when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the range from 32767 to 33421 of the hit determination values is a small value for determining a small hit regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of the hit judgment value. The small-hit determination value is set to a numerical range different from the common numerical range and non-common numerical range of the big-hit determination value, regardless of whether the set value is 1-6. This prevents the numerical range of the small-hit determination value from overlapping with the range of the big-hit determination value that varies according to each set value.

In the second special figure display result determination table, when the gaming state is a variable probability state, the range from 32767 to 33421 of the hit determination value is the set value Regardless, it is set to a common numerical range of the small hit determination value for judging the small hit. The small-hit determination value is set to a numerical range different from the common numerical range and non-common numerical range of the big-hit determination value, regardless of whether the set value is 1-6. This prevents the numerical range of the small-hit determination value from overlapping with the range of the big-hit determination value that varies according to each set value.

The set values that can be set in the pachinko game machine 1 may be 5 or less or 7 or more. The smaller the setting value set in the pachinko game machine 1, the more advantageous it is for the player. The playability may be changed according to the setting value set in the pachinko game machine 1. - 特許庁For example, when the set value set in the pachinko game machine 1 is 1, the jackpot probability in the normal state is 1/320, and the probability variable state loops at a rate of 65% (so-called variable loop type). When the set value set in the pachinko game machine 1 is 2, the jackpot probability in the normal state is 1/200, and the game ball during the jackpot game is a predetermined value provided inside the special variable winning ball device 7. While controlling the game state after the end of the jackpot game to a probability variable state based on passing through the switch, the game property (so-called V variable probability type), and when the set value set in the pachinko game machine 1 is 3, the probability of a big hit is 1/320 and the probability of a small hit is 1/50, and the game is played during a high base (during time reduction control). A game property (a so-called one-type two-type mixed type) that controls a big hit game state based on the passage of a ball through a predetermined switch provided inside the special variable winning ball device 7 may be employed. When the set value set in the pachinko game machine 1 is any one of 1 to 3, the game performance is the same, but the big win probability and small win probability are higher than when these set values are any one of 1 to 3. A setting may be provided in which the probability is high and the number of prize balls that can be obtained during the jackpot game is small (for example, the set value set in the pachinko game machine 1 is any one of 4 to 6). A common switch may be used for different purposes when game characteristics are changed according to a set value. Specifically, when the set value is 1 to 3, a predetermined switch provided in the special variable winning ball device 7 is set to a production switch (for executing a predetermined production each time a game ball passes through a prescribed area). switch), and when the set value is 4 to 6, the predetermined switch is a game switch (for controlling the game state to a variable probability state or a big hit game state based on the game ball passing through the predetermined switch switch).

The jackpot type may be determined at different ratios depending on the set value based on the assignment of the determination value in the jackpot type determination table. Alternatively, the jackpot type may be determined at a common rate regardless of the set value. The variation pattern may be determined at different ratios according to the set values based on the assignment of the determination values in the variation pattern determination table. Alternatively, the variation pattern may be determined with a common ratio regardless of the set value. A set value may be suggested by the frequency with which normal reach and super reach are performed by having the execution ratio of normal reach and super reach differ according to a set value. Alternatively, regardless of the setting value, the execution ratio of normal reach and super reach may be common. In addition, it may be possible to execute arbitrary setting suggestion effects at different ratios according to the set values.

(Major operations of production control board 12)
Next, main operations in the effect control board 12 will be described. In the effect control board 12, when the power supply voltage is supplied from the power supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated, and the effect control main processing as shown in the flowchart of FIG. 8 is executed. When the production control main processing shown in FIG. Perform register setting of the mounted CTC (counter/timer circuit). Also, an initial operation control process is executed (step S72). In the initial motion control process, control for initial motion of the movable body 32, such as control for driving the movable body 32 to return it to the initial position and control for confirming a predetermined motion, is executed.

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

Also, on the side of the effect control board 12, an interrupt for receiving the effect control command from the main board 11 is generated in addition to the timer interrupt that occurs each time a predetermined time elapses. This interrupt is an interrupt generated when, for example, the effect control INT signal from the main substrate 11 is turned on. When an interrupt occurs due to the effect control INT signal being turned on, the effect control CPU 120 automatically sets interrupt prohibition, but when using a CPU that does not automatically enter an interrupt prohibition state, interrupt It is desirable to issue a prohibition instruction (DI instruction). The effect control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to the interruption caused by the effect control INT signal being turned on. In this command reception interrupt process, the effect control command is taken in from a predetermined input port for receiving the control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15 among the input ports included in the I/O 125 . The effect control command taken in at this time is stored in the effect control command reception buffer provided in the RAM 122, for example. After that, the effect control CPU 120 ends the command reception interrupt process after setting the interrupt permission.

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

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

Random number update processing for production|presentation is performed following the production|presentation control process processing of step S76 (step S77), and at least one part of the random number for production|presentation used by the production|presentation control board 12 side is updated by software. After that, the process returns to step S73. Other processing may be performed before returning to the processing of step S73.

FIG. 9 is a flow chart showing an example of processing executed in step S76 of FIG. 8 as the effect control process processing. In the effect control process shown in FIG. 9, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a pre-reading notice setting process (step S161). In the pre-reading notice setting process, for example, based on the effect control command at the time of start winning transmitted from the main substrate 11, determination, determination, setting, etc. for executing the pre-reading notice effect are performed. Also, a process for displaying a pending display is executed based on the number of pending memories specified from the effect control command.

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

The variable display start waiting process in step S170 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "0" (initial value). This variable display start waiting process is a process of determining whether or not to start variable display of decorative patterns on the image display device 5 based on whether or not a command designating the start of variable display has been received from the main substrate 11. and so on. When it is determined to start the variable display of the decoration pattern on the image display device 5, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "1", and the variable display start waiting process is terminated.

The variable display start setting process in step S171 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "1". In this variable display start setting process, based on the display result and the variation pattern specified by the effect control command, the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern (determined decorative pattern), the form of the variable display of the decorative pattern, the ready-to-win effect, and various other Whether or not to execute various effects such as advance notice effects, its mode, execution start timing, etc. are determined. Then, an effect control pattern (collection of control data for instructing the display control unit 123 to execute the effect) reflecting the determination result or the like is set. Thereafter, based on the set effect control pattern, the display control unit 123 is instructed to start execution of variable display of decorative symbols, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "2", and the variable display start setting process is terminated. The display control unit 123 causes the image display device 5 to start variable display of the decorative design in response to an instruction to start execution of variable display of the decorative design.

The effect process during variable display in step S172 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "2". In this variable display effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 instructs the display control unit 123 to display the effect image based on the effect control pattern set in step S171 on the display screen of the image display device 5. , driving the movable body 32, outputting voices and sound effects from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting commands (sound effect signals) to the voice control board 13, and outputting commands (illumination signals) to the lamp control board 14. Various effects are controlled during the variable display of decorative patterns, such as turning on/off/blinking the game effect lamp 9 and decorative LEDs by output. After performing such effect control, for example, an end code indicating the end of the variable display of the decorative pattern is read from the effect control pattern, or a command designating to stop display of the fixed decorative pattern is received from the main board 11. Corresponding to the fact that the player has done so, the fixed decoration pattern which becomes the display result of the decoration pattern is stopped and displayed. When the fixed decoration pattern is stopped and displayed, the value of the production process flag is updated to "3", and the production process during variable display ends.

The special figure per waiting process of step S173 is a process executed when the value of the production process flag is "3". In this special figure per waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not an effect control command designating the start of the big hit game state or the small hit game state is received from the main substrate 11 . Then, when receiving the production control command designating the start of the jackpot game state or the small hit game state, if the command designates the start of the jackpot game state, the value of the production process flag is set to "6". ”. On the other hand, if the command designates the start of the small-hit game state, the value of the production process flag is updated to "4", which is the value corresponding to the small-hit production process. Also, when the waiting time for receiving the command has passed without receiving a command designating the start of the big win game state or the small win game state, it is determined that the display result in the special figure game was "losing". Then, the value of the production process flag is updated to "0" which is the initial value. When the value of the production process flag is updated, the special figure per waiting process is terminated.

The production process during a small hit in step S174 is a process executed when the value of the production process flag is "4". In this small-hit mid-performance process, the performance control CPU 120 sets, for example, a performance control pattern corresponding to the performance content in the small-hit game state, and executes various performance controls in the small-hit game state based on the set content. . Further, in the small-hit middle production process, for example, in response to receiving a command designating to end the small-hit game state from the main board 11, the value of the production process flag is set to a value corresponding to the small-hit end production. It is updated to a certain "5", and the effect processing during the small hit is ended.

The small hit end production process of step S175 is a process executed when the value of the production process flag is "5". In this small hit end effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the end of the small win game state, etc., and various effect control at the end of the small win game state based on the setting content. to run. Thereafter, the value of the effect process flag is updated to the initial value of "0", and the small winning end effect process is terminated.

The effect process during the big hit in step S176 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "6". In this big-hit production process, the production control CPU 120 sets, for example, production control patterns corresponding to the production contents in the big-hit game state, and executes various production controls in the big-hit game state based on the set contents. Further, in the jackpot middle effect process, for example, in response to receiving a command designating to end the big win game state from the main board 11, the value of the effect process flag is set to "7" which is a value corresponding to the ending effect process. ”, and ends the effect processing during the big hit.

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

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

The pachinko game machine 1 described in the basic description above is a payout type game machine that pays out a predetermined number of game media as a prize based on the occurrence of a prize, but instead, the game media are enclosed and points are given based on the occurrence of a prize. It may be an enclosed game machine.

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

In the above basic explanation, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is shown as the gaming machine, but medals are inserted and a predetermined number of bets is set. A slot machine capable of executing a game (for example, a big bonus , regular bonus, RT, AT, ART, and CZ (hereinafter referred to as a slot machine equipped with one or more bonuses, etc.).

The program and data for realizing the present invention are not limited to being distributed/provided on a detachable recording medium to the computer device or the like included in the pachinko game machine 1. It may be distributed by being installed in a storage device possessed by the software. Furthermore, the program and data for realizing the present invention can be distributed by being downloaded from another device on the network connected via a communication line or the like by providing a communication processing unit. I don't mind.

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

In this specification, expressions for comparing various ratios such as the execution ratio of effects (expressions such as “high”, “low”, “different”) indicate that one is a ratio of “0%”. may contain. For example, one of them may have a ratio of “0%” and the other may have a ratio of “100%” or less than “100%”.

(Description of characteristic part regarding setting suggestion effect)
Characteristic portions relating to setting suggestion effects in the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described below. In this characteristic portion, it is possible to execute a setting suggesting effect suggesting a set value in the pachinko game machine 1 at a predetermined rate during execution of the variable display.

FIG. 10-1 is a flow chart showing an example of the process executed in step S171 of the effect control process as the variable display start setting process. In the variable display start setting process, a stop symbol determination process is executed (step S201). In the stop symbol determination process, a combination of decorative symbols to be stopped and displayed in the variable display of the decorative symbols, such as the final stop symbol in the variable display of the decorative symbols, is determined. Following the stop symbol determination process, the advance notice effect determination process is executed (step S202). The advance notice effect determination processing makes it possible to decide the advance notice effect included in the advantageous suggesting effect.

After the announcement effect determination process is executed, the effect control pattern is determined to be one of a plurality of patterns prepared in advance (step S203). The production control pattern may include a special figure fluctuation time production control pattern, a notice production control pattern, and other control patterns for controlling various production executions. For example, corresponding to the variation pattern indicated by the variation pattern designation command, select one of the prepared special figure variation production control patterns and set it as a usage pattern. Further, one of a plurality of prepared notice effect control patterns may be selected and set as a usage pattern in accordance with the determination result of the notice effect determination process in step S202. In addition, it is not limited to setting a separate production control pattern as the special figure fluctuation time production control pattern and the notice production control pattern, but one production control pattern corresponding to the combination of execution setting of each production is set. There may be.

When the production control pattern is determined by step S203, for example, corresponding to the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern specification command, the initialization of the production control process timer provided in a predetermined area (production control timer setting unit, etc.) of RAM122 A value is set (step S204). Also, the setting for starting the variation of the decoration pattern on the screen of the image display device 5 is performed (step S205). At this time, by transmitting the display control command specified by the display control data included in the production control pattern (special figure fluctuation production control pattern) determined in step S203 to the VDP of the display control unit 123, etc. The variation of the decorative design may be started in the "left", "middle" and "right" decorative design display areas 5L, 5C and 5R provided on the screen of the image display device 5.

Subsequently, a pending display update setting at the start of variable display is set (step S206). For example, in the pending display area provided on the screen of the image display device 5, the display portion (leftmost display portion) corresponding to the pending number “1” is erased (digested), and other pending numbers “2” to The pending display in the display portion corresponding to "4" or the like is moved (shifted) one by one to the left. As a result, the pending display is shifted. In the active display section provided on the screen of the image display device 5, active display corresponding to the erased (extinguished) pending display in the pending display area may be performed. In addition, when the number of pending memories is "0", if the variable display is started immediately based on the occurrence of the first start winning or the second starting winning, the active display area will be displayed without updating the pending display. A setting may be made to update the active display in the . After that, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "2" corresponding to the effect process during variable display (step S207), and then the variable display start setting process is terminated.

FIG. 10-2 is a flow chart showing an example of the process executed in step S201 of the variable display start setting process as the stop symbol determination process. In the stop symbol determination process, it is determined whether or not the ready-to-win effect of super ready-to-win is executed (step S221). Whether or not the ready-to-win effect of super ready-to-win is executed can be determined based on the variation pattern indicated by the variation pattern specification command transmitted from the main substrate 11, for example.

When the ready-to-win effect of super ready-to-win is not executed (step S221; No), the final stop symbol for non-reach or normal reach is determined (step S222), and the stop symbol determination process is terminated. At the time of non-reach, the variable display result becomes "losing". The normal reach includes a case where the variable display result is "big hit" and a case where the variable display result is "loss". In the non-ready-to-win state in which the variable display mode of the decoration design does not become the ready-to-win mode, the fixed decoration design of the non-ready-to-win combination is stop-displayed as the final stop design. The final stop symbol at the time of non-reach is determined so that the "left" and "right" ornamental symbol display areas 5L and 5R are different (mismatched) ornamental symbols. At the time of normal reach when the variable display result is "losing", the determined decorative pattern of the reach-losing combination is stop-displayed as the final stop pattern at the time of reach-losing. The final stop symbol at the time of reach loss is determined so that the "left" and "right" ornamental symbol display areas 5L and 5R have the same (matching) ornamental symbol. At the time of normal reach when the variable display result is "big hit", the determined decoration pattern of the big win combination is stop-displayed as the final stop pattern at the time of the big win. The final stop symbols at the time of the big hit are determined to be the same (matching) decoration symbols in the "left", "middle" and "right" decoration symbol display areas 5L, 5C and 5R.

When the ready-to-win effect of super-ready-to-win is executed (step S221; Yes), the final stop symbol for super-to-win is determined (step S223). At the time of super reach, there are cases where the variable display result is "big hit" and cases where the variable display result is "loss". At the time of super reach when the variable display result is "losing", the determined decoration pattern of the reach losing combination is stop-displayed as the final stop pattern at the time of reaching losing. When the variable display result is "big win", the determined decoration pattern of the big win combination is stop-displayed as the final stop pattern at the time of the big win.

At the time of super reach, regardless of whether the variable display result is "big hit" or "losing", the same (matching) decorative design in the "left" and "right" decorative design display areas 5L and 5R is It is stopped and displayed as a fixed decoration pattern. The left and right decoration patterns that constitute such a reach-losing combination or a big-hit combination are also called reach patterns. Decorative patterns that can be determined as ready-to-win patterns may include a plurality of types of decorative patterns, such as seven types of decorative patterns corresponding to numbers 1 to 7, for example. The decoration pattern corresponding to the number may be only the effect image showing the number, or may be the effect image showing various characters in addition to the number. The ready-to-win pattern is determined as one of a plurality of decorative patterns by referring to a ready-to-win pattern determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 based on numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the ready-to-win pattern. You can do it like this. The numerical data indicating the random number for determining the ready-to-win pattern may be updated using one or both of the random counter provided in the RAM 122 and the random number circuit 124 .

In the ready-to-win pattern determination table, the number of determination values assigned to the decorative symbols to be ready-to-win symbols may differ depending on whether the variable display result is "losing" or "big win". For example, when the variable display result is "losing", the determination rate of the decoration pattern corresponding to the number 1 is the highest, the number 2, the number 3, the number 4, the number 5, and the number 6. As it becomes, the determination ratio of the decorative design becomes lower, and the determination ratio of the decorative design corresponding to the number 7 becomes the lowest. On the other hand, when the variable display result is a "big hit", the determination rate of the decoration pattern corresponding to the number 1 is the lowest, the number 2, the number 3, the number 4, the number 5, and the number 6. As the number becomes , the ratio of determining the decorative pattern increases, and the determining ratio of the decorative pattern corresponding to the number of 7 becomes the highest. With such a determination ratio setting, when the decorative pattern corresponding to the number 7 is stopped and displayed as a ready-to-win pattern, the variable display result is "big win" and the ratio of being controlled to the big win game state is the highest. , 5, 4, 3, and 2, the variable display result when stopped and displayed as a ready-to-win pattern becomes "big hit", and the ratio of control to the big win game state is low. Thus, when the decoration pattern corresponding to the number 1 is stopped and displayed as a ready-to-win pattern, the variable display result becomes "big win", and the ratio of control to the big win game state becomes the lowest. In the ready-to-win pattern determination table, regardless of whether the variable display result is "losing" or "big win", the same number of determination values may be assigned to decorative patterns to be ready-to-win symbols. The number of determination values assigned to each decorative design to be a ready-to-win pattern may be different, or the number of determination values to be assigned may be the same regardless of the decorative design to be a ready-to-win design. Depending on the type of jackpot, the determination ratio of decorative symbols to be ready-to-win symbols may differ.

After step S223, it is determined whether or not the determined ready-to-win pattern is a decorative pattern corresponding to the number 7 (step S224). At this time, if the reach symbol is a decoration symbol corresponding to a number other than 7 (step S224; No), the stop symbol determination process is terminated. If the ready-to-win pattern is a decorative pattern corresponding to the number 7 (step S224; Yes), the presence or absence of setting suggestion effect is determined according to whether or not setting suggestion effect is to be executed (step S225). Whether or not to execute the setting suggestion effect is determined by, for example, referring to a setting suggestion effect execution determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 and prepared based on numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the setting suggestion effect execution. You can do so. The numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the execution of the setting suggestion effect may be updated using one or both of the random counter provided in the RAM 122 and the random number circuit 124 . As the presence/absence of the setting suggesting effect, one of "no effect" in which the setting suggesting effect is not executed, or "with effect" in which the setting suggesting effect is executed is determined.

Based on the result of determination in step S225, it is determined whether or not it is determined that "with effect" for executing the setting suggestion effect (step S226). If it is determined to be "no effect" that does not execute the setting suggestion effect (step S226; No), the stop symbol determination process is terminated. If it is determined that there is an effect (step S226; Yes), the setting value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is specified (step S227). The effect control CPU 120 may receive a setting value notification command transmitted from the main substrate 11 side when the power of the pachinko game machine 1 is turned on, and store the notified setting value in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 . Accordingly, in step S227, the setting values stored in the RAM 122 may be specified.

Following step S227, after determining the suggested setting pattern (step S228), the stop symbol determination process is terminated. The suggested setting pattern is determined by referring to a suggested setting pattern determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 based on numerical data indicating random values for determining the suggested setting pattern. It should be determined by The numerical data indicating the random number value for setting suggestion pattern determination may be updated using one or both of the random counter provided in the RAM 122 and the random number circuit 124 .

FIG. 10-3 shows a setting example regarding the setting suggestion effect execution determination table. For example, the ROM 121 pre-stores table data constituting a determination table TA01 shown in FIG. 10-3 as a setting suggestion effect execution determination table. In step S225 of the stop symbol determination process, the presence or absence of the setting suggestion effect is determined by referring to the determination table TA01. In the determination table TA01, the number of determination values assigned to the presence or absence of the setting suggestion effect differs depending on whether the variable display result is "losing" or "big win". For example, when the variable display result is "big hit", the determination ratio of "with effect" for executing the setting suggesting effect is higher than when the variable display result is "losing". In the setting of such a determination ratio, when the setting suggesting performance is executed, the variable display result becomes ``big hit'' and the ratio of being controlled to the big winning game state becomes higher than when the setting suggesting performance is not executed. In addition, in the setting suggestion effect execution determination table, the number of judgment values assigned to the presence or absence of setting suggestion effect may be the same regardless of whether the variable display result is "losing" or "big hit". .

FIG. 10-4(A) shows a configuration example of a setting suggestion pattern. In this embodiment, four patterns RE-0 to RE3 are provided as a plurality of setting suggestion patterns. These setting suggestion patterns have different suggested contents depending on whether or not the symbol display color is to be changed, and the display color when it is to be changed. The symbol display color is a display color of a decorative symbol stopped and displayed as a ready-to-win symbol, and can be changed to suggestive display colors including copper color, silver color, and gold color in addition to the normal display color red. The pattern RE-0 does not change the symbol display color, suggesting that the player has a low expectation, which is an advantageous set value. Pattern RE-1 changes the symbol display color to copper, suggesting that the set value is 2 or more. Pattern RE-2 changes the symbol display color to silver, suggesting that the player has a high degree of expectation, which is a set value that is advantageous to the player. Pattern RE-3 changes the symbol display color to gold, suggesting confirmation of 6, which is the highest setting. In this way, in the setting suggestion effect using the ready-to-win pattern, it is possible to suggest the set value in the pachinko game machine 1 according to whether or not the pattern display color has changed and the pattern display color after the change.

FIG. 10-4(B) shows a setting example regarding the setting suggestion pattern determination table. For example, the ROM 121 pre-stores table data constituting a determination table TA11 shown in FIG. 10-4(B) as a suggested setting pattern determination table. In step S228 of the stop symbol determination process, the setting suggestion pattern is determined by referring to the determination table TA11. In the determination table TA11, the number of determination values assigned to the determination result of the setting suggestion pattern varies depending on the setting values set in the pachinko game machine 1. FIG.

When the setting suggesting performance using the ready-to-win pattern is executed, the ready-to-win pattern becomes a decoration pattern corresponding to the number 7, so that the ratio of control to the big win game state is high. When the setting suggesting effect is executed in pattern RE-0, the degree of expectation, which is a setting value advantageous to the player, is low, and when the setting suggesting effect is executed in pattern RE-1, the set value is 2 or more. One thing is certain. In addition, when the setting suggesting performance is executed in the pattern RE-2, the degree of expectation, which is a set value advantageous to the player, is high, and when the setting suggesting performance is executed in the pattern RE-3, the set value is the highest. 6 is determined. In this way, the ready-to-win symbols when the variable display of decorative symbols is the ready-to-win mode include a symbol display mode for suggesting control of the jackpot game state, such as a decorative symbol corresponding to a number other than 7, and a symbol display mode for 7. A pattern display mode for suggesting the setting value set in the pachinko game machine 1 while suggesting the control of the jackpot game state such as the decoration pattern corresponding to the number is included. When the ready-to-win pattern is a decoration pattern corresponding to the number 7, the ready-to-win pattern is displayed in the normal display color to suggest control of the jackpot game state, and then the pattern display color is changed. Suggestions regarding the control of the jackpot game state are continuously made, and suggestions regarding the set values are made.

The setting-suggestion effect can be executed in different effect modes according to the setting values set in the pachinko game machine 1.例文帳に追加For example, when the setting value set in the pachinko game machine 1 is 1, the pattern display color is not changed to copper because the pattern RE-1 is not determined as the suggested setting pattern. Thus, depending on whether or not the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is other than 1, as a pattern display mode when the ready-to-win pattern is a decorative pattern corresponding to the number 7, the pattern display color is changed to copper color or not. When the setting value set in the pachinko game machine 1 is other than 6, the pattern display color is not changed to gold because the pattern RE-3 is not determined as the suggested setting pattern. Thus, depending on whether the set value set in the pachinko game machine is 6 or not, the symbol display color is changed to gold as the symbol display mode when the ready-to-win symbol is a decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7. It depends on whether or not it is changed to

The setting suggesting effect is instead of changing the symbol display color, which is the display color of the decoration symbol stopped and displayed as the ready-to-win symbol, or in addition to changing the symbol display color. Any aspect of the reach aspect, such as the shape and pattern of the decoration pattern, may be changed. Alternatively, display of a background image, an outer frame image, or any other effect image, output of sound from the speakers 8L and 8R, lighting of decorative light emitters such as a game effect lamp 9 or a decorative LED, operation of a movable member for effect, and the like. It may be one that changes the rendering mode by any rendering device, such as a combination of some or all. Setting suggestion effects and other arbitrary effects in the pachinko game machine 1 are arbitrary data related to the effect control, arbitrary data not related to the effect control, or data combining these are predetermined for effect execution. It suffices if it can be executed when one or more conditional expressions are satisfied. The effect of changing the symbol display color is also called a change effect.

The plurality of setting suggestion patterns may include a pattern that can be determined only when the game is controlled to the big win game state, and a pattern that can be determined even when the game is not controlled to the big win game state. For example, pattern RE-0 and pattern RE-1 can be determined at a predetermined rate even when the variable display result is "loss", whereas pattern RE-2 and pattern RE-3 are variable display It may be possible to make the decision possible only when the result is a "big hit" and to make the decision impossible when the variable display result is a "loss". In this case, the pattern RE-2 is determined at a common ratio regardless of the setting value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, whereas the pattern RE-3 is set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. It may be determined in different proportions depending on the current setting.

FIG. 10-5 is a flow chart showing an example of the process executed in step S172 of the effect control process process as the effect process during variable display. In the variable display production process, for example, based on the timer value of the production control process timer, it is determined whether or not the special figure fluctuation time, which is the variable display time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern, has elapsed (step S241). When it is determined that the variable display time has not elapsed (step S241; No), control is performed to execute various effects as the variable display progresses. The effect control CPU 120 creates various commands based on the control data read from the effect control pattern determined in step S203 of the variable display start setting process. This command is transmitted to the display control unit 123, the audio control board 13, the lamp control board 14, and the like. As a result, a predetermined effect image is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, a predetermined effect sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED are turned on, off, or blinked. It is sufficient that various effects can be executed by a predetermined effect device by operating a movable member for effect such as the movable body 32, or by combining some or all of them.

In the effect processing during variable display, it is determined whether or not it is the advance notice effect period (step S242). When it is the notice effect period (step S242; Yes), control to execute the notice effect is performed (step S243). If it is not the notice effect period (step S242; No), or after performing the control of step S243, it is determined whether or not it is the ready-to-win effect period (step S244). When it is the ready-to-win effect period (step S244; Yes), control to execute the ready-to-win effect is performed (step S245). By the control of step S245, when the ready-to-win performance after changing the symbol display color is executed after the decorative pattern to be the ready-to-win pattern is stop-displayed, suggestions regarding the control of the jackpot game state are made, and the pachinko game machine 1 is operated. Suggestions regarding settings can be made.

When it is not the ready-to-win effect period (step S244; No), or after performing the control of step S245, it is determined whether or not it is the change effect period (step S246). The change effect period may be determined in advance as an effect execution period for changing the symbol display color when the setting suggestion effect using the ready-to-win pattern is executed. When it is the change effect period (step S246; Yes), control to execute the change effect is performed (step S247). If it is not a change effect period (step S246; No), after performing the control of step S247, for example, based on the setting in the effect control pattern determined corresponding to the variation pattern, etc. In addition, the variable of the decorative pattern After performing control for executing an effect during the variable display including the display operation (step S248), the effect processing during the variable display is terminated.

The change effect period may be set to different time lengths according to the effect mode of the change effect. For example, in the case of pattern RE-0, the change effect period is set to the shortest first period, and in the case of pattern RE-1, the change effect period is set to the second period longer than the first period, and the pattern RE- In the case of pattern 2, the change effect period may be set to the third period longer than the second period, and in the case of pattern RE-3, the change effect period may be set to the longest fourth period. In general, when an effect (advantageous effect) is executed, the player shoots an image or video of the effect with a portable terminal owned by the player, and sends it to SNS (Social There is a tendency to post on membership registration websites such as Networking Service and Internet video supply sites. However, if the execution period of such an advantageous effect is short, there arises a problem that an appropriate photographing time cannot be secured. On the other hand, the effect (unfavorable effect) that is often performed even in a disadvantageous situation does not arouse the desire to shoot, so if the execution period of the disadvantageous effect is long, the player will rather feel uncomfortable. There is a problem. Therefore, the execution period of advantageous effects is lengthened to secure the photographing time, and the execution period of disadvantageous effects is made shorter than that of advantageous effects to reduce discomfort. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from overlooking an effect that is advantageous to the player, and to secure the shooting time. In addition, since the photographing time can be secured, the photographed images and moving images are made public by the players on the Internet, and public interest in the pachinko game machine 1 can be heightened. In addition, in many cases, since the images including which pachinko game machine 1 in which game hall were photographed are disclosed, from the game hall side, the game hall is advertised by the player. become. In this way, by securing the photographing time when the setting value of the pachinko game machine 1 is suggested, a synergistic effect is brought about not only to the player but also to the game arcade side.

When the variable display time has elapsed (step S241; Yes), it is determined whether or not a design confirmation command transmitted from the main substrate 11 has been received (step S249). If no pattern confirmation command is received (step S249; No), the effect process during variable display is terminated and the game waits. After the variable display time elapses, if a predetermined time elapses without receiving the design confirmation command, predetermined error processing is executed in response to the fact that the design confirmation command could not be received normally. You may do so. When the design determination command is received (step S249; Yes), control is performed to derive and display the final stop design (determined decoration design) which is the display result in the variable display of the decoration design (step S250). Subsequently, a certain period of time is set in advance as a wait time for receiving a command specifying the start of a big hit (step S251). Also, after updating the value of the effect process flag to "3", which is the value corresponding to the special figure per waiting process (step S252), the effect process during variable display is terminated.

FIG. 10-6 shows an execution example of the setting suggestion effect. FIG. 10-6(A) shows an effect execution example HD101 in which the form of variable display of decorative symbols is the ready-to-win mode and ready-to-win is established. When the decoration pattern corresponding to the number 7 is stopped and displayed in the "left" and "right" decoration pattern display areas 5L and 5R, the ready-to-win is established and the ready-to-win performance of the normal ready-to-win is executed. FIG. 10-6(B) shows an effect execution example HD102 in which the ready-to-win effect of the normal reach is advanced to the ready-to-win effect of the super ready-to-win. On the display screen of the image display device 5, the decoration pattern is displayed in a reduced size, and the effect image in the ready-to-win effect of super ready-to-win is displayed. FIG. 10-6(C) shows an effect execution example HD103 in which a change effect as a setting suggestion effect is executed. An effect display corresponding to the change effect is displayed superimposed on the stop-displayed ready-to-win pattern. In addition, by displaying an effect image announcing a message such as "Change the symbol display color!", a suggestion to change the symbol display color is made.

FIG. 10-6 (D1) shows an effect execution example HD111 in which the pattern display color does not change due to the pattern RE-0. FIG. 10-6 (D2) shows an effect execution example HD112 in which the pattern display color changes to copper by the pattern RE-1. FIG. 10-6 (D3) shows an effect execution example HD113 in which the pattern display color changes to silver by the pattern RE-2. FIG. 10-6 (D4) shows an effect execution example HD113 in which the symbol display color changes to gold according to the pattern RE-3. In the effect execution example HD111, the display color of the ready-to-win pattern does not change due to the pattern RE-0, and remains red, which is the normal display color. In this way, a failure effect (fake effect) in which the symbol display color is not changed is executed, suggesting that the player's expectation, which is an advantageous set value, is low. In effect execution example HD112, pattern RE-1 changes the display color of the ready-to-win pattern to copper, suggesting that the set value is 2 or more. In effect execution example HD113, pattern RE-2 changes the display color of the ready-to-win pattern to silver, suggesting that the player has a high expectation, which is a set value that is advantageous to the player. In effect execution example HD114, pattern RE-3 changes the display color of the ready-to-win pattern to gold, suggesting that 6, which is the highest set value, is fixed.

The setting suggesting effect suggests the degree of expectation for a big hit by any desired effect such as a pseudo-continuous effect or a pre-reading notice effect, in addition to a change effect in which the display color of the ready-to-win pattern can be changed, and the set value of the pachinko game machine 1. You may enable it to make a suggestion about. It may be an effect in which the setting value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be suggested after the suggestion regarding the control of the jackpot game state is performed during execution of the variable display. In the case of executing an arbitrary performance, a case where the suggestion regarding the control of the big win game state is continuously made after making the suggestion concerning the control of the big win game state, or the suggestion concerning the control of the big win game state is continuously made and the pachinko game is performed. It may also include a case of suggesting a set value of the gaming machine 1 . In the case of executing an arbitrary performance, after making a suggestion about the control of the big win game state, when the suggestion ends, and when the suggestion about the control of the big win game state is continued and the setting value of the pachinko game machine 1 is made. It may include a case of making a suggestion.

The suggestion about the setting value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is not limited to suggesting the setting value of the pachinko gaming machine 1, and may be, for example, suggesting whether or not the setting value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 has been changed. . For example, the plurality of setting suggestion patterns may include patterns with different determination ratios depending on whether the setting values in the pachinko gaming machine 1 have been changed. When the setting value in the pachinko game machine 1 is changed, the effect is made so that the player can recognize that the setting value has been changed by suggesting the effect mode of the pattern determined at a high rate. can be diversified to improve amusement.

During execution of the variable display, suggestions regarding the control of the jackpot game state may be made, while suggestions regarding the set values of the pachinko gaming machine 1 may not be made. After that, when the display result of the variable display is "big hit", the pachinko machine executes a big hit start effect (fanfare effect) and a big hit effect (such as a effect corresponding to the first round and the second round). A setting value of 1 may be suggested. There may be a case where the setting value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is suggested without suggesting the control of the jackpot game state.

In place of part or all of the suggestion about the control of the big win game state, or together with part or all of the suggestion about the control of the big win game state, a suggestion about control of a state advantageous to the player different from the big win game state is provided. can be anything. For example, it may be a suggestion relating to the variable probability state to be controlled after the end of the jackpot gaming state. In addition, as the advantageous state, a suggestion may be made according to whether or not control is to be performed regarding a state in which an arbitrary game value that is advantageous to the player is awarded.

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Next, the game machine in the characterizing portion 054AK of this embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 11-1 to 11-22. When the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the characterizing portion 054AK of the present embodiment receives a second command for performing a so-called backlash motion a plurality of times, such as moving the first movable body from a predetermined position in a predetermined direction and then returning it to a predetermined position. Second, when the movable body is at the initial position, it does not play, but when it is at the advanced position, it does. Hereinafter, the pachinko game machine 1 in the characteristic portion 054AK having such characteristics will be described. Note that the description of the same parts as those described in the basic description above will be omitted.

FIG. 11-1 is a diagram showing an operation example of the first movable body 054AK001 provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the characterizing portion 054AK of the embodiment. In the illustrated example, the illustration of a second movable body, which will be described later, is omitted in order to facilitate understanding. As illustrated, the first movable body 054AK001 has a movable portion 054AK002, and the movable portion 054AK002 operates under the control of the drive motor. When the first movable body 054AK001 operates, the following description assumes that the movable portion 054AK002 operates.

As shown in FIG. 11-1(A), the first movable body 054AK001 in the characteristic part 054AK is in a state where the movable part 054AK002 is hidden inside the movable rail and cannot be visually recognized by the player when it is positioned at the initial position. It's becoming Although not shown, an initial position sensor for detecting whether or not the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the initial position is provided in the initial position portion.

When the first movable body 054AK001 starts to move, the movable part 054AK002 moves up as shown in FIG. 11-1(B). Note that the characteristic portion 054AK determines that the first movable body 054AK001 has moved to the position shown in FIG. A position sensor for detecting that the movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the position shown in FIG. 11-1(B) is not provided, but a position sensor for detecting that it is positioned at that position may be provided.

After the first movable body 054AK001 moves to the position shown in FIG. 11-1(B), the first movable body 054AK001 moves rightward for the player as shown in FIG. 11-1(C). Although the details will be described later, the position shown in FIG. 11-1(C) is the advanced position which is the upper limit position on the right side, and the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the advanced position at the advanced position. An advance position sensor is provided to detect whether or not. Then, when the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the advanced position, a so-called loose motion is performed. It should be noted that, in the characteristic portion 054AK, it is possible to specify which position below the advanced position the first movable body 054AK001 is located by the amount of drive of the drive motor.

FIG. 11-2 is a diagram showing an operation example of the second movable body 054AK003 provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the characterizing part 054AK of the embodiment. In addition, in the illustrated example, the illustration of the first movable body, which will be described later, is omitted in order to facilitate understanding. As shown, the second movable bodies 054AK003 in the characteristic portion 054AK are provided on the left and right sides of the image display device 5, and both the left and right second movable bodies 054AK003 operate under the control of the drive motor. Although the details will be described later, the second movable body 054AK003 in the characteristic portion 054AK operates as a so-called final effect. Therefore, after the second movable body 054AK003 operates, the variable display result is derived and displayed.

As shown in FIG. 11-2(A), the second movable body 054AK003 in the characteristic portion 054AK is located on the left outer side and the right outer side of the image display device 5 when it is in the initial position. Although not shown, the initial position portion is provided with an initial position sensor for detecting whether or not each of the left and right second movable bodies 054AK003 is positioned at the initial position. When the second movable body 054AK003 starts to move, the left and right second movable bodies 054AK003 move in a direction to cover the image display device 5 as shown in the figure.

Then, as shown in FIG. 11-2(B), the left and right second movable bodies 054AK003 are united at the advanced position to cover the image display device 5 . In this case, a so-called fourth symbol may be displayed on the image display device 5 so that the player can recognize whether or not the variable display is being performed. An advanced position sensor for detecting whether or not the second movable body 054AK003 is positioned at the advanced position may be provided at the advanced position portion.

Further, the second movable body 054AK003 may operate even during a so-called customer waiting state in which a special game or the like is not executed. That is, the second movable body 054AK003 may operate as an example of the customer waiting demonstration effect. Specifically, in the customer-waiting demonstration effect, the customer-waiting demonstration image (movie) is looped and displayed a plurality of times.

In addition, when the second movable body 054AK003 is operated, the image display device 5 displays an abnormality, such as the occurrence of a run out of balls, an abnormal prize winning, or the ball supply tray being filled with game balls. When the user is notified of an abnormality, the second movable body 054AK003 is not operated, and the image corresponding to the second movable body 054AK003 is displayed on the image display device 5 in a manner that does not interfere with the display of the abnormality. It may be displayed to make it appear that the second movable body 054AK003 has moved.

FIG. 11-3 shows a conceptual diagram of a program executed by the effect control CPU 120. FIG. In the illustrated main program, for example, an effect control main process shown in FIG. 8 is executed. Then, triggered by the timer interrupt, the reception of the production control command, the lottery result, etc., the system system program, the lottery/display program, and the sound/lamp/motor control system program shown in the figure are executed. The system program is a program that performs operations of the stick controller 31A and the push button 31B, detection of various sensors, and the like. The lottery/display program is a program that performs various lotteries based on the effect control commands received from the main board 11 side and determines the effect pattern (display pattern) to be executed. In the lottery/display program, for example, various processes in the effect control process, a specific effect setting process, a first movable body motion control process, a second movable body motion control process, and the like, which will be described later, are executed. The sound/lamp/motor control system program controls the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R, the lighting and extinguishing of the game effect lamp 9, and the drive motor according to the production pattern (display pattern) determined by the lottery/display system program, for example. It is a program for controlling the motion of the first movable body and the second movable body. In the sound/lamp/motor control system program, for example, an operation process, which will be described later, is executed. In addition, in the characteristic part 054AK of this embodiment, since various processes are executed in one production control CPU 120, the conceptual diagram of the program shown in FIG. Each processing may be executed, and in that case, the program to be executed may be different for each CPU. Information set in one RAM 122 is transmitted (transmitted information) between the respective programs shown in FIG. or to process together with the instruction. In addition, if there are multiple CPUs, such as each CPU running a different program, each CPU may have multiple RAMs. do it. Such cases may also be included in the concept of sending commands. Further, for example, a lottery program for drawing a lottery is executed with an interrupt cycle of 1 ms, whereas a sound control program for outputting sound is executed with an interrupt cycle of 10 ms. It is sufficient if the execution cycles are different.

FIG. 11-4 shows the variation pattern in the characteristic portion 054AK of this embodiment. In this embodiment, among the cases where the variable display result is "losing", the variable A plurality of variation patterns are prepared in advance for cases such as when the display result is a "big hit". It should be noted that the variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "losing" and the variable display mode of the decorative pattern is "non-reach" is referred to as a non-reach variation pattern (also referred to as "non-reach loss variation pattern"), and is variable. A variation pattern corresponding to the case where the display result is "losing" and the variable display mode of the decoration pattern is "reach" is called a reach variation pattern (also referred to as "reach-loss variation pattern"). Further, the non-reach fluctuation pattern and the reach fluctuation pattern are included in the loss fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "loss". A variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is a "big hit" is called a big hit variation pattern.

The jackpot variation pattern and reach variation pattern include a normal reach variation pattern in which a normal reach reach effect is executed and a super reach variation pattern in which a super reach reach effect is executed. A variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "small hit" is called a small hit variation pattern. The big hit variation pattern and the small hit variation pattern are included in the hit variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "big hit" or "small hit". The super reach variation patterns include reach performances such as super reach A and super reach B regardless of whether the variable display result is a "big hit" or a "loss". In the characteristic portion 054AK in this embodiment, the ratio of "big hit" is higher in super reach than in normal reach, and super reach B is higher than super reach A (that is, the longer the fluctuation time), " It is set so that the ratio of "big wins" is high (the degree of expectation that control is in an advantageous state is high).

FIG. 11-5 is a flow chart showing an example of the variable display start setting process executed in step S171 of FIG. When the variable display start setting process is started, the effect control CPU 120 first, for example, based on the display result designation command (command stored in the display result designation command storage area) transmitted from the main substrate 11, etc. It is determined whether or not the result of the diagram display is "loss" (step S551). When it is determined that the special figure display result is "losing" (step S551; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 stores, for example, the variation pattern determination result designation command transmitted from the main board 11 (variation pattern determination result designation command storage area command stored in) is a non-reach variation pattern (PA1-1, PA1-2) corresponding to the case of "non-reach" in which the variable display mode of the decorative pattern is not a reach mode. It is determined whether or not (step S552).

When it is determined that it is a non-reach variation pattern in the process of step S552 (step S552; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines a combination of final stop symbols constituting the non-reach combination (step S553 ). For example, the production control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the decoration pattern of the non-reach combination updated by the production random counter or the like provided in a predetermined area of the random number circuit 124 or the RAM 122, and stores it in the ROM 121. Determined decorative patterns (decorative patterns of non-ready-to-win combinations) are determined by referring to a pre-stored and prepared non-ready-to-win combination decorative pattern determination table.

When it is determined that it is not a non-reach variation pattern in the process of step S552 (step S552; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines the final stop symbol combination of the ready-to-win combination (step S554 ). For example, the production control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the decoration pattern of the reach combination, which is updated by the random number circuit 124 or the production random counter, etc., and prepares the reach combination stored in advance in the ROM 121. By referring to the decorative design determination table, etc., the determined decorative design (decorative design of the reach combination) is determined.

When it is determined that the special figure display result is not "losing" in the process of step S551 (step S551; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether the special figure display result is "big hit" and the big hit type is "definite". Or, it is determined whether or not the special figure display result is a "small hit" (step S555). If it is determined that the special figure display result is "probability" or "small hit" (step S555; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 is, for example, an opening chance eye, in the case of "probability" or "small hit". A combination of final decoration symbols corresponding to the case is determined (step S556). For example, the effect control CPU 120 configures one of a plurality of types of opening chance eyes in response to one of the variation patterns PC1-1 to PC1-2 being specified by the variation pattern determination result specification command. A combination of fixed decorative symbols that will be the final stop symbol to be played is determined. In this case, numerical data indicating a random number for determining the chance number to be updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting section is extracted, and a predetermined chance number determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like is extracted. By referring to it, it is sufficient to determine a combination of fixed decorative symbols that form one of the open chances. In the chance determination table, there are, for example, "3", "5", and "7" composed of odd numbers as chances for the big hit, and "2" and "7" composed of even numbers as the chance for the small win. 4", "6", etc. may be set.

In the processing of step S555, if the special figure display result is determined to be neither "probably" nor "small hit" (step S555; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines the final stop symbol that constitutes the big hit combination. A combination of symbols is determined (step S557). The effect control CPU 120 extracts, for example, numerical data indicating a random number value for determining a big hit fixed symbol that is updated by a random number circuit 124 or a random counter for effect. Subsequently, according to the jackpot type specified by the display result specifying command transmitted from the main board 11, the image display device 5 is displayed by referring to a jackpot confirmed symbol determination table stored in advance and prepared in the ROM 121. The decoration symbols having the same symbol number, which are stop-displayed together in the "left", "middle" and "right" decoration symbol display areas 5L, 5C and 5R in the display area, are determined.

After executing the process of step S554, or after executing the process of step S557, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the variable display pattern is a super reach reach effect (step 054AKS010). In step 054AKS010, for example, check the variation pattern determination result designation command, depending on whether any of the variation patterns PA2-2, PA2-3, PB1-2, or PB1-3 is specified, variable display of super reach Determine whether or not it is a pattern.

If it is a variable display pattern of super reach (step 054AKS010; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 performs a specific effect setting process for executing a specific effect to operate the first movable body 054AK001 and the second movable body 054AK003 ( step 054AKS011). The specific effect is an effect that notifies the player of an advantageous state, such as by operating the first movable body 054AK001 and the second movable body 054AK003, and the result of the variable display is a big win. The specific effect in the characterizing part 054AK of this embodiment shows an example of the effect executed during the ready-to-win effect of super reach, but for example, it may be executed during the big win game state, and constitutes a big win. It may be executed during the period from when the variable display result is displayed to when it is controlled to the big win game state. In this case, instead of the variable display result being a big win, for example, it may be notified that the variable display result is controlled to a probability variable state after the end of the big win game state, or that the number of acquired balls is increased.

FIG. 11-6 is a flow chart showing an example of the specific effect setting process executed in step 054AKS011 of FIG. 11-5. When the specific effect setting process shown in FIG. 11-6 is started, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the specific effect is executed (step 054AKS021). Specifically, in step 054AKS021, execution or non-execution of a specific effect is determined according to the determination ratio shown in FIG. In the characterizing part 054AK of this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 11-7, the ratio of determination of execution is higher when the variable display result is a big hit than when it is a loss. In addition, super reach B, which has a higher degree of expectation for a big hit, is more likely to be determined to be executed than super reach A. - 特許庁Therefore, when the specific effect is executed, the degree of expectation for the big win is higher than when it is not executed.

After executing the process of step 054AKS021 shown in FIG. 11-6, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is decided to execute the specific effect, that is, whether or not the specific effect is executed (step 054AKS022). When it is determined not to execute the specific effect, that is, when the specific effect is not executed (step 054AKS022; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the specific effect setting process as it is.

On the other hand, if it is determined to execute a specific effect, that is, if there is a specific effect to be executed (step 054AKS022; Yes), after determining the pattern of the specific effect to be executed (effect pattern) (step 054AKS023), the specific effect setting process is executed. finish. Specifically, in step 054AKS023, according to the variable display result and the variation pattern specified from the effect control command received from the main board 11, according to the determination ratio shown in FIG. Decide on the production pattern. As shown in FIG. 11-8, in the characterizing part 054AK of this embodiment, the degree of expectation for a big hit increases in the order of pattern 1>pattern 2>pattern 3>pattern 4, and the specific effect of the effect pattern of pattern 1 is When executed, the variable display result is a 100% jackpot, which is a so-called jackpot determination effect pattern. Note that the effect pattern of pattern 1 does not have to be the effect pattern for confirming the big hit, and may be any effect pattern with a higher degree of expectation for the big win than the other effect patterns.

FIG. 11-9 is a diagram showing an example of the action contents of various effect patterns and the action position of the first movable body 054AK001. Specifically, FIG. 11-9(A) shows an example of the output sound, the movable body to be operated, the operation position and the operation content in various production patterns, and FIG. 11-9(B) shows the first movable body An example of an operating position of body 054AK001 is shown.

As shown in FIG. 11-9(A), the production pattern of pattern 1 outputs an output sound A as an output sound, and produces a production in which a first movable body 054AK001 and a second movable body 054AK003 are operated as movable bodies to be operated. It's a pattern. Further, both the first movable body 054AK001 and the second movable body 054AK003 are operated to the advanced position as operating positions, and the first movable body 054AK001 is normally operated from the initial position to the advanced position. This is an effect pattern that causes a rattling motion. Note that the normal operation is an operation of moving the first movable body 054AK001 from the initial position shown in FIG. 11-9(B) to the advanced position at once. In addition, in the effect pattern of pattern 1, both the first movable body 054AK001 and the second movable body 054AK003 operate. Although the details will be described later, the second movable body 054AK003 starts its movement after the first movable body 054AK001 completes its movement and returns from the advanced position to the initial position (see FIG. 11-14(A)). In addition, the second movable body 054AK003 operates only during the pattern 1 effect pattern, and the pattern 1 effect pattern is the effect pattern for determining the big hit. It will be noticed. Therefore, in the characterizing portion 054AK of this embodiment, the second movable body 054AK003 is operated as a movable body having a higher priority than the first movable body 054AK001. Specifically, when the second movable body 054AK003 is not positioned at the initial position when the first movable body 054AK001 is operated, the first movable body 054AK001 is not operated, and when the second movable body 054AK003 is operated, the first movable body 054AK003 is operated. When 054AK001 is not located at the initial position, the first movable body 054AK001 is returned to the initial position and the second movable body 054AK003 is operated. Also, the second movable body 054AK003 operates only during the production pattern of pattern 1, and since the production pattern of pattern 1 is a production pattern for confirming a big hit, the first movable body 054AK001 is more effective than the second movable body 054AK003. , operating more frequently. Therefore, it is possible to give a special feeling when the second movable body 054AK003 moves. Since the frequency of operation of the first movable body 054AK001 is high, there is a high possibility that the first movable body 054AK001 will not completely return to the initial position after being operated.

The production pattern of pattern 2 is a production pattern in which the output sound B is output as the output sound and the first movable body 054AK001 is operated as the movable body to be operated. In addition, it is an effect pattern in which the first movable body 054AK001 is operated to the advanced position as the operating position, and after the first movable body 054AK001 is operated alone from the initial position to the advanced position, it rattles at the advanced position. The single action is the movement of the first movable body 054AK001 by one unit (movement when the drive motor rotates five steps) in the advance position direction shown in FIG. amount) is the action of moving.

The production pattern of pattern 3 is a production pattern in which an output sound C is output as an output sound and the first movable body 054AK001 is operated as a movable body to be operated. Also, the first movable body 054AK001 is moved to the intermediate position 2 shown in FIG. This is an effect pattern for rattling at the intermediate position 2 .

The production pattern of pattern 4 is a production pattern in which the output sound D is output as the output sound and the first movable body 054AK001 is operated as the movable body to be operated. Also, the first movable body 054AK001 is moved to the intermediate position 1 shown in FIG. This is an effect pattern in which the play is performed at the intermediate position 1 .

It should be noted that the backlash motion in the characterizing portion 054AK of this embodiment is that when the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the advanced position, it moves toward the initial position by a predetermined amount (e.g. (approximate amount) and return to the advanced position. On the other hand, when the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the intermediate position 1 or the intermediate position 2 other than the advanced position, a predetermined amount (for example, the player can visually recognize that the movable body has moved) is moved toward the advanced position. amount) and return it to the intermediate position 1 or intermediate position 2. Positioning at the intermediate position 1 means that the drive motor has rotated 35 steps, and positioning at the intermediate position 2 means that the drive motor has rotated 60 steps. good) (see FIGS. 11-16). In addition, in the effect patterns of patterns 2 to 4, the first movable body 054AK001 moves one unit at a time in the direction of the operation position in accordance with the operation of the push button 31B by the player. If the number of operations is small, the first movable body 054AK001 will not reach the operating position. Therefore, in the production patterns of pattern 2 to pattern 4 in the characterizing portion 054AK of this embodiment, when the first movable body 054AK001 has not reached the operating position at the end of the effective detection period, the first movable body 054AK001 Based on the difference between the current position and the operating position of , it is possible to perform a differential operation of moving the first movable body 054AK001 to the operating position at once.

Returning to FIG. 11-5, after executing any of the processes of step 054AKS011, step S553, and step S557, or when it is determined that it is not a super reach variable display pattern in step 054AKS010 (step 054AKS010; No), the effect The control CPU 120 determines one of a plurality of patterns prepared in advance as the effect control pattern (step S560). Production control CPU120, for example, corresponding to the variation pattern indicated by the variation pattern determination result designation command, selects one of the plurality of prepared production control patterns (special figure fluctuation production control pattern), use set as a pattern. Also, when it is determined at step 054AKS011 that the specific effect is to be executed, one of the effect control patterns (specific effect control pattern) corresponding to the execution of the specific effect is selected and set as the usage pattern.

Following the process of step S560, the production control CPU 120, for example, corresponds to the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern determination result specification command, the production provided in a predetermined area (production control timer setting unit, etc.) of the RAM 122 The initial value of the control process timer is set (step S561). Then, the setting for starting the variation of the decoration pattern on the display screen of the image display device 5 is performed (step S562). At this time, the effect control CPU 120, for example, the display control command specified by the display control data included in the effect control pattern (special figure fluctuation effect control pattern) determined in the processing of step S560 VDP of the display control unit 123 , etc., to start the fluctuation of the decorative design in each of the "left", "middle" and "right" decorative design display areas 5L, 5C and 5R provided in the display area of the image display device 5. All you have to do is

After executing the process of step S562, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect process flag to "2", which is the value corresponding to the effect process during variable display (step S563), and then performs the variable display start setting process. exit.

FIG. 11-10 is a flow chart showing an example of the effect processing during variable display executed in step S172 of FIG. When the effect processing during variable display is started, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern has elapsed based on the timer value of the effect control process timer (step S801). . Production control CPU120, for example, to update the timer value of the production control process timer (for example, 1 subtraction), when the end code is read from the production control pattern corresponding to the production control process timer value after the update. Then, it may be determined that the variable display time has elapsed.

When it is determined that the variable display time has not elapsed in the process of step S801 (step S801; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether it is the reach effect period for executing the reach effect (step S802). The ready-to-win effect period may be predetermined in the effect control pattern determined according to the variation pattern, for example. When it is determined that it is the ready-to-win effect period (step S802; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 performs control for executing the ready-to-win effect (step S803).

After executing the processing of step S803, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is the first movable body operation period (step 054AKS031). The first movable body motion period may be set when it is decided in the specific effect setting process of FIG. 11-6 that the specific effect is to be executed, and when the effect pattern is determined. If it is the first movable body motion period (step 054AKS031; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 executes the first movable body motion control process (step 054AKS032).

FIG. 11-11 is a flow chart showing an example of the first movable body motion control process executed in step 054AKS032 of FIG. 11-10. In the first movable body motion control process shown in FIG. 11-11, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the second movable body 054AK003 is positioned at the initial position (step 054AKS041). Specifically, in step 054AKS041, the detection signal of the initial position sensor for detecting whether the second movable body 054AK003 is positioned at the initial position is checked to determine whether the second movable body 054AK003 is positioned at the initial position. It is sufficient to determine whether or not

When the second movable body 054AK003 is not positioned at the initial position (step 054AKS041; No), the effect control CPU 120 terminates the first movable body motion control process. On the other hand, when the second movable body 054AK003 is positioned at the initial position (step 054AKS041; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the first movable body 054AK001 is in motion (step 054AKS042). At step 054AKS042, for example, it is determined whether or not the first movable body 054AK001 is in operation by checking an operation signal indicating whether or not the drive motor is in operation. When the first movable body 054AK001 is in motion (step 054AKS042; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 terminates the first movable body motion control process.

When the first movable body 054AK001 is not in operation (step 054AKS042; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the effect pattern of the specific effect to be executed is pattern 1 (step 054AKS043). When it is pattern 1 (step 054AKS043; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the advance position (step 054AKS044). Specifically, in step 054AKS044, the detection signal of the advanced position sensor for detecting whether the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the advanced position is checked to determine whether the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the advanced position. It is sufficient to determine whether or not

If it is not positioned at the advance position (step 054AKS044; No), the effect control CPU 120 executes the operation processing together with the first normal operation command (step 054AKS045), and ends the first movable body operation control processing. The first normal operation instruction is an instruction to normally operate the first movable body 054AK001. Operation processing will be described later. On the other hand, when positioned at the advanced position (step 054AKS044; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 executes motion processing together with a backlash motion command (step 054AKS046), and ends the first movable body motion control processing. The backlash motion command is a command to instruct the backlash motion of the first movable body 054AK001.

When it is determined at step 054AKS043 that it is an effect pattern other than pattern 1 (step 054AKS043; No), the effect control CPU 120 terminates the detection valid period, which is the period during which operation detection of the player's push button 31B is valid. It is determined whether or not it has been done (step 054AKS047). The effective period of detection may be set when it is decided to execute the specific effect in the specific effect setting process of FIG. 11-6 and when the effect pattern is determined. If the detection valid period has not ended, that is, if it is within the detection valid period (step 054AKS047; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the operation of the player's push button 31B is detected (step 054AKS048). At step 054AKS048, by checking the detection signal from the push sensor 35B, it may be determined whether or not the player's operation on the push button 31B has been detected.

If the player's action on the push button 31B is not detected (step 054AKS042; No), the effect control CPU 120 terminates the first movable body action control process. On the other hand, when the player's action on the push button 31B is detected (step 054AKS042; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the first movable body 054AK001 is below the operating position (step 054AKS049). In step 054AKS049, it is determined whether or not the first movable body 054AK001 is below the operating position by determining whether or not it is positioned at the operating position corresponding to the effect pattern determined in the specific effect setting process shown in FIG. It is necessary to determine whether As described above, when the operating position is the advanced position, it is determined based on the detection signal of the position sensor capable of detecting that the operating position is the advanced position. In some cases, the determination may be made based on the drive amount of the drive motor (the individual operation count value may be used). If it is not less than the operating position (step 054AKS049; No), that is, if the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the operating position, the effect control CPU 120 executes the motion processing together with the backlash motion command (step 054AKS046), and the first movable body End the body motion control process. As described above, when the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the advanced position, the backlash motion command is a backlash motion command that moves the first movable body 054AK001 toward the initial position, and the motion position is the intermediate position. In the case of 1 or intermediate position 2, a backlash motion command may be issued to perform backlash motion to move in the direction of the advanced position.

On the other hand, if it is less than the action position (step 054AKS049; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 adds 1 to the single action count value (step 054AKS050). The single motion count value is a count value indicating the number of times the player's push button 31B motion is detected (the number of single motions performed), and may be provided in advance in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 . The initial value of the single action count value is "0", and may be cleared to the initial value of "0" when the specific effect ends. After executing the process of step 054AKS050, the effect control CPU 120 executes the action process together with the single action command (step 054AKS051), and ends the first movable body action control process. The single motion command is a command that instructs to single motion the first movable body 054AK001.

When it is determined at step 054AKS047 that the detection effective period has ended (step 054AKS047; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the position is less than the operating position (step 054AKS052), similarly to step 054AKS049. If it is not less than the operating position (step 054AKS052; No), that is, if the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the operating position, the effect control CPU 120 ends the first movable body motion control process.

On the other hand, if it is less than the action position (step 054AKS049; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the single action count value is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (step 054AKS049). Specifically, in step 054AKS049, the single action count value is the single action count value in which the movable portion 054AK002 of the first movable body 054AK001 is completely raised (the state shown in FIG. 11-1(B)). It is determined whether or not it is greater than or equal to "3" (see FIGS. 11-16). When the single count value is less than the predetermined value (step 054AKS049; No), that is, when it is less than "3", the effect control CPU 120 terminates the first movable body motion control process.

If the single count value is equal to or greater than the predetermined value (step 054AKS053; Yes), that is, if it is equal to or greater than "3", the effect control CPU 120 determines the motion position and the position of the first movable body 054AK001 based on the single motion count value. (step 054AKS054), and the first movable body motion control processing is terminated. Note that the first movable body movement period includes a period during which the first movable body 054AK001 is retracted to its initial position (retraction movement period), and the first movable body 054AK001 moves toward the movement position. After that, the operation process may be executed together with the first evacuation operation command instructing the operation of returning the first movable body 054AK001 to the initial position during the period of performing the evacuation operation. The shunting operation period may be set when it is decided in the specific effect setting process of FIG. 11-6 that the specific effect is to be executed, and when the effect pattern is determined.

Returning to FIG. 11-10, after executing the process of step 054AKS032, or when it is determined that it is not the first movable body motion period in step 054AKS031 (step 054AKS031; No), the effect control CPU 120 executes the second movable body motion. It is determined whether or not it is the period (step 054AKS033). The second movable body motion period may be set when it is determined that the specific effect is to be executed in the specific effect setting process of FIG. If it is the second movable body motion period (step 054AKS033; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 executes the second movable body motion control process (step 054AKS034). In addition, in the characterizing portion 054AK of this embodiment, as described above, the second movable body 054AK003 starts its movement after the movement of the first movable body 054AK001 is completed and returns from the advanced position to the initial position. The processing of steps 054AKS033 and 054AKS034 may be executed only when it is determined in step 054AKS031 that it is not the first movable body motion period.

FIG. 11-12 is a flow chart showing an example of the second movable body motion control process executed in step 054AKS034 of FIG. 11-10. In the second movable body motion control process shown in FIGS. 11-12, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the initial position (step 054AKS061). Specifically, in step 054AKS061, the detection signal of the initial position sensor for detecting whether or not the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the initial position is checked to determine whether the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the initial position. It is sufficient to determine whether or not 11-20 (B-1) and FIG. 11-20 (B-2), when the first movable body 054AK001 is not positioned at the initial position, the first movable body 054AK001 and the second movable body Body 054AK003 interferes with each other. Therefore, in the characterizing part 054AK of this embodiment, first, it is determined whether or not the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the initial position, and if it is not positioned at the initial position, the first movable body 054AK001 is returned to the initial position. (Step 054AKS067 to be described later). In addition, as described above, since the first movable body 054AK001 operates frequently, there is a high possibility that the first movable body 054AK001 will not return to the initial position completely after the first movable body 054AK001 operates. Therefore, it is determined whether or not the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the initial position, and if it is not positioned at the initial position, the first movable body 054AK001 is returned to the initial position. The second movable body 054AK003, which is a high movable body (a high priority movable body), can be reliably operated. The concept of interference includes not only contact between a plurality of movable bodies themselves, but also contact of an arm portion supporting a movable body with another movable body or an arm portion of another movable body. The concept also includes the case where one movable body is composed of a plurality of parts, and one part comes into contact with another movable body or another part. Furthermore, the concept includes not only the case where movable bodies that move in the same direction come into contact with each other, but also the contact that occurs when the moving directions are different.

When the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the initial position (step 054AKS061; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the second movable body 054AK003 is in motion (step 054AKS062). At step 054AKS062, for example, it is determined whether or not the second movable body 054AK003 is in operation by checking an operation signal indicating whether or not the drive motor is in operation. When the second movable body 054AK003 is in motion (step 054AKS062; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 terminates the second movable body motion control process.

When the second movable body 054AK003 is not in motion (step 054AKS062; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the second movable body 054AK003 is positioned at the advance position (step 054AKS063). Specifically, in step 054AKS063, a detection signal from an advanced position sensor for detecting whether or not the second movable body 054AK003 is positioned at the advanced position is checked to determine whether the second movable body 054AK003 is positioned at the advanced position. It is sufficient to determine whether or not

When the second movable body 054AK003 is positioned at the advance position (step 054AKS063; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the waiting period has ended (step 054AKS064). It may be set in accordance with the fact that the specific effect of the pattern 1 effect pattern is determined to be executed in the specific effect setting process of FIG. 11-6. On the other hand, when the second movable body 054AK003 is not positioned at the advanced position (step 054AKS063; No), the effect control CPU 120 executes the second normal motion command and the motion processing (step 054AKS065), and the second movable body motion End the control process. The second normal operation instruction is an instruction to normally operate the second movable body 054AK003, and the normal operation is an operation to move from the initial position to the advanced position at once.

At step 054AKS064, if the waiting period has not ended and is in the waiting period (step 054AKS064; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the second movable body motion control process. On the other hand, when the waiting period has ended (step 054AKS064; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 executes the action processing along with the second retreat action command (step 054AKS066), and ends the second movable body action control processing. The second shunting operation command is a command for instructing a shunting operation for returning the second movable body 054AK003 to the initial position.

When the first movable body 054AK001 is not located at the initial position at step 054AKS061 (step 054AKS061; No), the effect control CPU 120 operates together with the first retraction motion command instructing the motion of returning the first movable body 054AK001 to the initial position. Processing is executed (step 054AKS067), and the second movable body motion control processing ends. Then, since it is during the second movable body motion period, the second movable body motion control process is executed again, and the second movable body 054AK003 moves. As a result, the first movable body 054AK001 can be returned to the initial position, and the second movable body 054AK003 can be operated without interfering with the first movable body 001 . In this example, the second movable body 054AK003 starts to operate when the first movable body 054AK001 is located at the initial position. After the retraction operation is performed in the direction of the initial position, the position (state) of the first movable body 054AK001 at the start of the retraction operation is determined from the previous drive amount of the drive motor, and the first movable body 054AK001 is shown in FIG. 11-15 ( Based on the fact that the first movable body 054AK001 is retracted to a position where it does not interfere with the first movable body 054AK001 even if the movement of the second movable body 054AK003 is started, e. to operate the second movable body 054AK003. That is, the operation of the second movable body 054AK003 may be started from a state before the position sensor determines that the first movable body 054AK001 has returned to the initial position. According to this, the second movable body 054AK003 can be moved toward the advanced position while the first movable body 054AK001 is retracted, and the operation period of the second movable body 054AK003 can be brought closer to the original operation period. (It is possible to reduce the shortening of the waiting period.) It is possible to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable.

11-13 is a flow chart showing an example of motion processing executed in the first movable body motion control processing in FIG. 11-11 and the second movable body motion control processing in FIG. 11-12. In the motion processing shown in FIGS. 11-13, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the motion processing has been executed together with the backlash motion command, that is, whether or not the backlash motion command has been received (step 054AKS071).

When the backlash motion command is received (step 054AKS071; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the initial position (step 054AKS072). When positioned at the initial position (step 054AKS072; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 terminates the operation process without operating the first movable body 054AK001. On the other hand, when the first movable body 054AK001 is not at the initial position (step 054AKS072; No), the effect control CPU 120 causes the first movable body 054AK001 to rattle (step 054AKS073), and ends the operation process. In step 054AKS073, when a backlash motion command is received to move toward the advanced position, the backlash motion is performed in the direction of the advanced position (for example, in the case of intermediate position 1 or intermediate position 2), and the initial position is determined. When a backlash motion command is received to perform a backlash motion in a direction, the backlash motion is performed in the direction of the initial position (for example, when the robot is positioned at the advanced position). In step 054AKS072, if the first movable body 054AK001 is not positioned at the initial position due to the drive motor being driven, the process proceeds to step 054AKS073, and the drive motor is not driven but the initial position is reached. If it is not positioned (for example, if it is not positioned at the initial position due to the influence of vibration or the like), it is determined as Yes and the operation process is terminated.

When the backlash motion command is not received (step 054AKS071; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the motion processing is executed together with the first normal command, that is, whether or not the first normal command is received. (Step 054AKS074). When the first normal command is received (step 054AKS074; Yes), the first movable body 054AK001 is normally operated (step 054AKS075), and the operation process is terminated. Specifically, in step 054AKS075, the first movable body 054AK001 may be moved from the initial position to the advanced position at once.

If the first normal command has not been received (step 054AKS074; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the operation process has been executed together with the second normal command, that is, whether or not the second normal command has been received. (step 054AKS076). When the second normal command is received (step 054AKS076; Yes), the second movable body 054AK003 is normally operated (step 054AKS077), and the operation process is terminated. Specifically, in step 054AKS077, the second movable body 054AK003 may be moved from the initial position to the advanced position at once.

If the second normal command has not been received (step 054AKS076; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the single motion command and the motion processing have been executed, that is, whether the single motion command has been received ( step 054AKS078). When the single motion command is received (step 054AKS078; Yes), the first movable body 054AK001 is caused to move alone (step 054AKS079), and the motion processing ends. Specifically, in step 054AKS079, the first movable body 054AK001 may be moved by one unit (movement amount when the driving motor rotates five steps).

If the single operation command has not been received (step 054AKS078; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the operation processing has been executed together with the differential operation command, that is, whether or not the differential operation command has been received (step 054AKS080). When the difference operation command is received (Step 054AKS080; Yes), the first movable body 054AK001 is caused to perform a difference operation (Step 054AKS081), and the operation process is terminated. Specifically, in step 054AKS081, the difference amount corresponding to the difference between the driving amount of the drive motor up to now and the operating position is operated, and the first movable body 054AK001 is moved to the operating position (corresponding to the effect pattern determined in FIG. 11-6). operation position).

When the difference operation command is not received (step 054AKS080; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the operation processing is executed together with the first evacuation instruction, that is, whether or not the first evacuation instruction is received. (Step 054AKS082). When the first retraction command is received (step 054AKS082; Yes), the first movable body 054AK001 is retracted (step 054AKS083), and the motion processing ends. Specifically, in step 054AKS083, the first movable body 054AK001 should be moved to the initial position. If the first retraction command has not been received (step 054AKS082; No), the second movable body 054AK003 is retracted (step 054AKS084), and the motion processing ends. Specifically, in step 054AKS084, the second movable body 054AK003 should be moved to the initial position. It should be noted that the characterizing part 054AK of this embodiment shows an example in which the second movable body 054AK003 is caused to perform a retraction motion when the first retraction command is not received, but only when the second retraction motion command is received. The second movable body 054AK003 may be retracted.

11 to 14 are diagrams showing examples of timing charts when a specific effect is executed. Specifically, FIG. 11-14(A) shows an example of a timing chart when the specific effect of effect pattern 1 is executed, and FIG. An example of a timing chart when an effect is executed is shown.

When the specific effect of effect pattern 1 is executed, as shown in FIG. to the advanced position (first movable body advance shown), and then the first movable body 054AK001 is returned to the initial position (first movable body retreat shown), the first movable body operation period ends. Then, in the second movable body operation period, the second movable body 054AK003 is moved from the initial position to the advanced position (second movable body advance shown), and the second movable body 054AK003 is made to wait at the advanced position (shown second movable body standby). When the standby period ends, the second movable body 054AK003 is returned to the initial position (first movable body retraction shown), and the second movable body operation period ends. It should be noted that the first movable body 054AK001 may also have a waiting period in which it waits at the advanced position, similarly to the second movable body 054AK003.

In the characterizing part 054AK of this embodiment, as shown in the figure, the operation period from the initial position to the advanced position (the first movable body advance period and the second movable body advance period shown in the figure) is longer than the first movable body 054AK001. The second movable body 054AK003 is longer. Also, the second movable body operation period is longer than the first movable body operation period. In the characteristic portion 054AK, when the first movable body 054AK001 is not positioned at the initial position when the second movable body 054AK003 is operated, the first movable body 054AK001 is moved to the initial position and then the second movable body 054AK003 is operated. However, since the second movable body operation period is set to be long, by shortening the standby period, even if the first movable body 054AK001 is moved to the initial position and then the second movable body 054AK003 is moved, the effect period The second movable body 054AK003 can be preferably operated without any trouble. Further, as shown in the figure, the waiting period of the second movable body 054AK003 is longer than the time for retracting the first movable body 054AK001 from the advanced position to the initial position. Even if the second movable body 054AK003 is moved after moving the movable body 054AK001 to the initial position, the second movable body 054AK003 can be preferably moved without interfering with the performance period.

When the specific effects of production patterns 2 to 4 are executed, as shown in FIG. becomes. During this period, if the first movable body 054AK001 is below the action position, each time the action of the player is detected, the first movable body 054AK001 is operated by one unit (depending on the single action count value). to operate the first movable body 054AK001). Then, if the first movable body 054AK001 has not moved to the operating position when the effective detection period ends, that is, if the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned below the operating position, the first movable body 054AK001 is differentially operated to reach the operating position. make it work. After that, the first movable body 054AK001 is returned to the initial position (first movable body retraction shown), and the first movable body operation period ends.

11-15 are diagrams showing an operation example of the first movable body 054AK001 when the specific effect of the pattern 1 effect pattern is executed. At the start of the first movable body motion period, the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the initial position, as shown in FIG. 11-15(A). Then, as shown in FIG. 11-15(B), the movable part 054AK002 of the first movable body 054AK001 is raised up, and the drive motor is driven by a predetermined amount (for example, 15 steps), As shown in FIG. 11-15(C), the movable portion 054AK002 of the first movable body 054AK001 is completely raised.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 11-15(D), the movable portion 054AK002 of the first movable body 054AK001 moves toward the advanced position. After moving to the advanced position as shown in FIG. 11-15(E), the moving portion 054AK002 of the first movable body 054AK001 is retracted until the retraction time (preset retraction time). As shown in 11-15(F) and FIG. 11-15(G), the backlash motion is repeated.

FIGS. 11-16 are explanatory diagrams for explaining the relationship between the number of motion detections in a single motion, the number of steps of the drive motor, and the position of the first movable body. In the illustrated example, the drive motor is driven five steps by one motion detection, and when the number of motion detections (single motion count value) reaches 15 (that is, when the single motion count value becomes "15"), the first movable An example in which the movable part 054AK002 of the body 054AK001 moves to the advanced position is shown, but this is just an example, and the amount of driving by one detection may be larger or smaller, and the movement is made to the advanced position. The number of motion detections for the purpose may be larger or smaller than this.

The position of the first movable body shown in FIG. 11-16 is shown in FIG. shows the position in the X direction shown in . In the characterizing part 054AK of this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 11-16, the position of the first movable body 054AK001 remains "0" until the number of motion detections (single motion count value) reaches "3". be. This is because the first movable body 054AK001 moves up until the number of motion detections (single motion count value) reaches "3", and when the number of motion detections (single motion count value) reaches "3", the first movable body 054AK001 moves up. 1 movable body 054AK001 is completely raised as shown in FIG. 11-1(B). Then, when the motion detection count (single motion count value) reaches "4", the first movable body 054AK001 (more specifically, the movable part 054AK002) moves in the X direction.

As shown in the figure, in the characterizing part 054AK of this embodiment, when the number of motion detections (single motion count value) reaches 7 (that is, when the single motion count value becomes "7"), the first movable body 054AK001 When the movable part 054AK002 of the first movable body 054AK002 moves to the intermediate position 1, and the number of motion detections (single motion count value) reaches 12 (that is, when the single motion count value becomes "12"), the movable part 054AK002 of the first movable body 054AK001 moves to When it moves up to the intermediate position 2 and the number of motion detections (single motion count value) reaches 15 (that is, when the single motion count value becomes "15"), the movable portion 054AK002 of the first movable body 054AK001 moves to the advanced position. . Therefore, when the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned below the operating position at the end of the effective detection period, the step number of the drive motor for the single operation count value corresponding to the operating position (if the intermediate position is 1, the single operation count value The number of steps corresponding to "7" ("35") and the number of steps of the current drive motor, the difference number of steps, the drive motor is operated (differential operation), and the movable part 054AK002 of the first movable body 054AK001 is operated. Move to position. On the other hand, if the motion detection count (single motion count value) is less than the predetermined value of "3", that is, if the movable portion 054AK002 of the first movable body 054AK001 is not completely raised, differential motion is performed. 11-11, the position is kept as it is until the standby period is reached (step 054AKS053 and step 054AKS054 in FIG. 11-11).

FIGS. 11-17 are diagrams showing an operation example of the first movable body 054AK001 when a single operation is performed. When the single motion count value is "0", the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the initial position as shown in FIG. 11-17(A). Then, when the player's operation on the push button 31B is detected once, the single operation count value becomes "1" as shown in FIG. Operate.

After that, when the single action count value becomes "3", the movable portion 054AK002 of the first movable body 054AK001 is completely raised as shown in FIG. Each time an operation for 31B is detected, the unit moves (performs a unit motion) in the X direction shown in FIG.

Then, when the single motion count value becomes "7", the movable portion 054AK002 of the first movable body 054AK001 performs a unit motion to the intermediate position 1 as shown in FIG. 11-17(D). When the action position is the intermediate position 1, every time the player's action on the push button 31B is detected after that, the backlash action is performed (No is determined in step 054AKS049 in FIG. 11-11, and step 054AKS046 is processed).

When the single motion count value becomes "12", the movable portion 054AK002 of the first movable body 054AK001 performs a unit motion up to the intermediate position 2, as shown in FIG. 11-17(E). When the action position is the intermediate position 2, every time the player's action on the push button 31B is detected after that, the backlash action is performed (No is determined in step 054AKS049 in FIG. 11-11, and step 054AKS046 is processed).

When the single motion count value becomes "15", the movable portion 054AK002 of the first movable body 054AK001 performs a unit motion to the advanced position as shown in FIG. 11-17(F). If the action position is the advance position, the backlash action is performed every time the player's action on the push button 31B is detected thereafter (No is determined in step 054AKS049 in FIG. 11-11, and step 054AKS046 processing).

FIGS. 11-18 are diagrams showing an operation example of the first movable body 054AK001 when a differential operation is performed. As in the case shown in FIG. 11-17, when the single action count value is "0", the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the initial position (see FIG. 11-18(A)), and the player 11B, the single operation count value becomes "1", and the movable portion 054AK002 of the first movable body 054AK001 rises as shown in FIG. 11-18(B).

After that, when the effective detection period expires without detecting the action of the player, the single action count value is less than the predetermined value "3" (determined as No in step 054AKS053 in FIG. 11-11). 11-18(C), the movable portion 054AK002 of the first movable body 054AK001 remains in the state shown in FIG. 11-18(B). It should be noted that the movable portion 054AK002 of the first movable body 054AK001 returns to the initial position during the retraction period.

On the other hand, when the player's actions are detected a plurality of times (twice) from the state shown in FIG. 1 The movable part 054AK002 of the movable body 054AK001 is completely raised. In this case, even if the effective detection period expires without detecting the action of the player after that, the single action count value is equal to or greater than the predetermined value "3" (at step 054AKS053 in FIG. 11-11). (because it is determined as Yes), the robot moves to the operating position as shown in FIG. 11-18(E). Note that the illustrated example shows an example in which the operating position is the intermediate position 2 .

FIGS. 11-19 are diagrams showing an example of the motion of the first movable body 054AK001 in the case of performing the backlash motion after performing the single motion. In the illustrated example, the effect pattern of pattern 4 is determined, and the action position is intermediate position 1. As shown in FIG.

When the single motion count value is "0", the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the initial position as shown in FIG. 11-19(A). Then, when the player's action on the push button 31B is detected once, the single action count value becomes "1" as shown in FIG. 11-19(C), the movable part 054AK002 of the first movable body 054AK001 moves, and when the player's motion is detected two more times and the single motion count value becomes "3", which is the predetermined value, as shown in FIG. 11-19(C). is fully upright.

Then, when the single motion count value becomes "7", the movable portion 054AK002 of the first movable body 054AK001 moves alone to the intermediate position 1, which is the motion position, as shown in FIG. 11D. Since the operating position is the maximum position at which the first movable body 054AK001 moves and stops in the specific effect, when the player's motion is detected after moving to the operating position within the detection valid period, the first movable body 054AK001 Until the time for retracting the movable portion 054AK002 of the body 054AK001 (preset retraction time), the backlash motion is repeated as shown in FIGS. 11-19(E) and 11-19(F). The illustrated example shows an example of rattling motion in the advance position direction (the X direction shown in FIG. 11-17(A)). direction).

11-20 are diagrams showing examples of the operation of the second movable body 054AK003. Specifically, FIGS. 11-20 (A-1) and 11-20 (A-2) show an operation example of the second movable body 054AK003 when the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the initial position. 11-20(B-1) to FIG. 11-20(B-4) show examples of the operation of the second movable body 054AK003 when the first movable body 054AK001 is not positioned at the initial position.

When the second movable body movement period starts and the second movable body 054AK003 starts to move, as shown in FIG. -12 step 054AKS061 is determined to be Yes, the operation processing is executed together with the second normal operation command in the processing of step 054AKS065, and the processing of step 054AKS077 of FIG. As shown in (A-2), the second movable body 054AK003 moves to the advanced position.

On the other hand, when the second movable body 054AK003 starts to operate, as shown in FIG. 054AKS067, the motion processing is executed together with the first retraction command in the processing of step 054AKS067, and the processing of step 054AKS083 in FIGS. As shown in 11-20 (B-2) and FIG. 11-20 (B-3), the first movable body 054AK001 returns to its initial position. As a result, step 054AKS061 in FIG. 11-12 is determined to be Yes, the operation processing is executed together with the second normal operation command in step 054AKS065, and step 054AKS077 in FIG. 11-13 is executed. , the second movable body 054AK003 moves to the advanced position, as shown in FIG. 11-20 (B-4).

FIG. 11-21 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the operation speed of the first movable body 054AK001 during normal operation and during single operation. Specifically, FIG. 11-21(A) shows the relationship between time and speed during normal operation of the first movable body 054AK001, and FIG. It shows the relationship between time and speed. When the first movable body 054AK001 normally operates and moves from the initial position to the advanced position, as shown in FIG. . After reaching the first speed, the first movable body 054AK001 is operated at the first speed, and the operating speed is reduced from before the advanced position so that the operating speed becomes 0 when reaching the advanced position.

On the other hand, when the first movable body 054AK001 operates alone, as shown in FIG. 11-21(B), each time the movement of the player is detected, the moving amount corresponding to the driving amount of 5 steps at the second speed is moved. make it work.

In addition, whether the first movable body 054AK001 is operated normally or operated alone, the first movable body 054AK001 is accelerated to the first speed and moved to the initial position when the first movable body 054AK001 is returned to the initial position. Let it be.

As explained above, according to the pachinko game machine 1 of the characteristic part 054AK in this embodiment, the following effects can be obtained.

The effect control CPU 120 can execute the operation process together with the first normal operation command to normally operate the first movable body 054AK001 from the initial position to the advanced position in the process of step 054AKS045 in FIG. 11-11. In addition, in the processing of step 054AKS054AKS046 in FIG. 11-11, it is possible to execute motion processing together with a backlash motion command to move the first movable body back and forth. When it is determined in step 054AKS071 in FIG. 11-13 that the backlash motion command has been received, if the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the initial position, the motion processing is terminated as it is, and the motion processing is terminated. If not, the first movable body 054AK001 is rattled (step 054AKS073). It should be noted that when the first movable body 054AK001 is moved normally by executing the specific effect of pattern 1, the motion processing is performed together with the backlash motion command when the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the advanced position. If the movable body 054AK001 is not located at the initial position, it is located at the advanced position. Therefore, in the specific effect of pattern 1, when the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the advanced position, the play motion is performed in the processing of step 054AKS073. Therefore, the operation can be controlled according to the type of command and the position of the movable body, and the movable body can be suitably controlled.

In addition, when the performance control CPU 120 determines that the backlash motion command is received in step 054AKS071 of FIGS. Therefore, it is possible to perform loose motions at a plurality of positions, so that the amusement of the game can be improved.

In addition, in step 054AKS072, when the first movable body 054AK001 is not located at the initial position due to the drive motor being driven, the effect control CPU 120 shifts to the processing of step 054AKS073 and causes the drive motor to drive. If it is not positioned at the initial position even though it is not (for example, if it is not positioned at the initial position due to the influence of vibration), it is determined to be Yes, and the operation process ends. Therefore, since the movable body is rattled in a highly reliable state, the reliability of the operation can be ensured.

In addition, the effect control CPU 120 detects the action of the player on the push button 31B during the detection effective period, and performs the single action of making the first movable body 054AK001 operate alone by the processing of step 054AKS051 in FIG. 11-11. Action processing can be performed along with the instructions. Then, as shown in FIG. 11-21 (A), when the first movable body 054AK001 is normally operated, it is accelerated to the first speed and operated, and when it is operated alone, it is shown in FIG. 11-21 ( As shown in B), it is operated at a second speed that is slower than the first speed. Therefore, by operating the movable body finely without accelerating it, the control load can be suppressed, the step-out of the drive motor can be prevented, and the possibility of malfunctions occurring in the movement of the movable body can be reduced.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 11-21 (A), when the first movable body 054AK001 is normally operated, the effect control CPU 120 accelerates to the first speed and then moves to the first position before reaching the advance position. 1 Decrease the operating speed of the movable body 054AK001. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the load at the time of stopping at the advanced position, and prevent the player from feeling a sense of discomfort due to the recoil and preventing the movable body from malfunctioning.

In addition, when the effect control CPU 120 determines that the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the operating position at step 054AKS049 in FIG. do not. That is, when the motion position is the advanced position, the single motion command is not transmitted when the advanced position is reached within the valid detection period. Therefore, since useless control is suppressed, it is possible to prevent irregular operations from being performed.

In addition, the effect control CPU 120 accelerates to the first speed when the first movable body 054AK001 is moved back to the initial position, regardless of whether the first movable body 054AK001 is normally operated or operated alone. to the initial position. Therefore, the movable body can be smoothly retracted to the initial position.

In addition, the effect control CPU 120 executes the operation process together with the unit operation command in response to detecting the operation of the player on the push button 31B within the detection effective period (step 054AKS051 in FIG. 11-11). 1 Move the movable body 054AK001 to the operating position by a unit (step 054AKS079 in FIG. 11-13). Then, when the first movable body 054AK001 has not reached the operating position at the end of the effective detection period, the first movable body 054AK001 is operated based on the difference between the current position of the first movable body 054AK001 and the operating position. The motion processing is executed together with the differential motion instruction instructing to perform the differential motion to move to the position at once (step 054AKS054 in FIG. 11-11). Therefore, it is possible to control the operation according to the position of the movable body, and it is possible to suitably control the operation of the movable body.

In addition, after the first movable body 054AK001 that has been operated as a unit reaches the operating position, the effect control CPU 120 detects the action of the player with respect to the push button 31B within the detection valid period, and moves the first movable body 054AK001. The motion processing is executed along with the backlash motion command to perform backlash motion (step 054AKS046 in FIG. 11-11), and the first movable body 054AK001 is backlashed according to the backlash motion command (step 054AKS073 in FIG. 11-13). Therefore, it is possible to suggest that the movable body should be moved by the backlash motion, thereby improving the amusement of the game.

In addition, when the first movable body 054AK001 is in motion, the effect control CPU 120 invalidates the detection of the motion of the push button 31B by the player (if it is determined as Yes in step 054AKS042 in FIG. 11-11, terminates the first movable body motion control process). Therefore, it is possible to prevent the control from becoming complicated.

Also, the first movable body 054AK001 and the second movable body 054AK003 interfere with each other. Then, the effect control CPU 120 instructs the first normal operation command to move the first movable body 054AK001 from the initial position to the advanced position, and to return the first movable body 054AK001 to the initial position. A first retreat operation command, a second normal operation command instructing to move the second movable body 054AK003 from the initial position to the advanced position, and a second normal operation command instructing to return the second movable body 054AK003 to the initial position. 2 shunting operation command can be transmitted together with the operation processing (the first movable body operation control processing in FIG. 11-11 and the second movable body operation control processing in FIG. 11-12) to operate the second movable body 054AK003. If the first movable body 054AK001 is not located at the initial position (if determined as No in step 054AK061 in FIG. 11-12), the first evacuation operation command is issued in step 054AKS067 and the operation processing is executed. , the first movable body 054AK001 is returned to the initial position, and then the process of step 054AKS065 is executed. In addition, when the effect control CPU 120 determines that the second movable body 054AK003 is not positioned at the initial position when operating the first movable body 054AK001 in step 054AKS041 of FIG. 11-11, the first movable body motion End the control process. In other words, if the second movable body 054AK003 is not positioned at the initial position when the first movable body 054AK001 is operated, no command regarding the movement of the first movable body 054AK001 is transmitted. Therefore, the movable body having a high priority can be reliably operated, and the operation of the movable body can be preferably controlled.

In addition, the second movable body 054AK003 operates only when the specific effect of pattern 1 effect pattern is executed, and the effect pattern of pattern 1 is a effect pattern for finalizing a big hit. Therefore, when the second movable body 054AK003 operates, the expectation of a big hit is higher than when only the first movable body 054AK001 operates. Therefore, it is possible to give a higher priority to the movable body that operates when the advantage is high, and visually recognize that the advantage is high.

Further, as shown in FIG. 11-14(A), the operation period from the initial position to the advanced position (the period of the first movable body advance and the second movable body advance shown in the drawing) is longer than the first movable body 054AK001. 2 movable body 054AK003 is longer. Therefore, even if the first movable body 054AK001 is moved to the initial position and then the second movable body 054AK003 is moved, the second movable body 054AK003 can be preferably moved without interfering with the presentation period.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 11-14(A), the waiting period of the second movable body 054AK003 is longer than the time for retracting the first movable body 054AK001 from the advanced position to the initial position. Therefore, even if the first movable body 054AK001 is moved to the initial position and then the second movable body 054AK003 is moved, the second movable body 054AK003 can be preferably moved without interfering with the presentation period.

Also, the second movable body 054AK003 operates only during the production pattern of pattern 1, and since the production pattern of pattern 1 is a production pattern for confirming a big hit, the first movable body 054AK001 is more effective than the second movable body 054AK003. , the operating frequency is high (Fig. 11-8). Therefore, it is possible to give a sense of specialness by making the movable body with a low frequency of operation higher in priority.

(Modified example of characteristic part 054AK)
In the above-described embodiment, as shown in FIG. 11-1, one movable part 054AK002 is provided as the first movable body 054AK001, and an example in which the one movable part 054AK002 operates has been shown, but this is just an example. For example, the first movable body 054AK001 may comprise multiple movable parts, as shown in FIGS. 11-22. FIGS. 11-22 are explanatory diagrams of a first movable body having a plurality of movable parts, and in addition to movable part 054AK002, movable part 054AK002A and movable part 054AK002B are provided.

As shown in FIG. 11-22(A), when positioned at the initial position, all movable parts are hidden inside the movable rails and cannot be visually recognized by the player. An initial position sensor is provided for detecting whether or not each movable portion is positioned at the initial position. Then, when all the movable parts are positioned at the initial positions, it may be determined that the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the initial positions.

When the first movable body 054AK001 starts to move, as shown in FIG. 11-22(B), the movable parts 054AK002, 054AK002A, and 054AK002B move in the directions shown. It is determined that the first movable body 054AK001 has moved to the position shown in FIG. 11-22(B) does not have a position sensor for detecting the position shown in FIG. 11-22(B), but a position sensor for detecting the position may be provided.

After each of the movable portion 054AK002, the movable portion 054AK002A, and the movable portion 054AK002B operates to the position shown in FIG. C) to the extended position (for normal operation). As shown, movable portion 054AK002 and movable portion 054AK002A move in the same direction, while movable portion 054AK002B moves in a different direction. Therefore, since a plurality of movable parts operate, the amusement of the game can be improved.

Further, after moving to the advanced position, it is sufficient to perform the backlash motion in the same manner as in the above-described embodiment. The part 054AK002B only needs to rattle in different directions. An advanced position sensor is provided at an advanced position portion of each movable portion. Then, when it is determined that all the movable parts are positioned at the advanced position, it is determined that the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the advanced position, and the backlash motion is performed. Even if all the movable parts are not at the advanced position, only the movable parts that are determined to be at the advanced position are moved to the advanced position, and the movable parts that are not at the advanced position are moved to the advanced position. may

Further, in the above-described embodiment, when the first movable body 054AK001 is to be rattled, an example is shown in which it is rattled in different directions depending on whether the first movable body 054AK001 is positioned at the advanced position or when positioned at the intermediate positions 1 and 2. However, in any of the intermediate position 1, the intermediate position 2, and the advanced position, the first movable body 054AK001 may be rattled in a common direction, such as in the direction of the initial position. According to this, it is possible to prevent the control from becoming complicated. Also, the setting value may be suggested according to the direction and number of rattling motions. For example, the higher the set value, the greater the number of backlash motions. In addition, for example, when the player moves loosely in the direction of the advance position, the set value is suggested, and the number of times of play suggests the height of the set value. However, the possibility that the set value is suggested by the backlash motion may be high (the possibility of the backlash motion in the direction of the advanced position may be high). In addition, when a plurality of movable parts are provided, the set value may be suggested by the number of movable parts that wobble. According to this, it is possible to attract the player's attention in relation to the number of movable parts that make loose motions.

In addition, a movable body lamp composed of an LED is provided inside the movable part 054AK002 of the first movable body 054AK001, and the effect control CPU 120 causes the movable body lamp to emit light when the first movable body 054AK001 operates. It suffices to emit light in a common mode in the case of normal operation and in the case of single operation. Also, in the case of performing the backlash motion, the movable body lamp may be caused to emit light in the same manner. According to this, after the first movable body 054AK001 is moved to the operating position by a single operation within the detection operation period, a backlash operation is performed. emits light, it is possible to make it appear to the player that the first movable body 054AK001 moves further toward the advanced position, thereby improving the amusement of the game. In other words, it is possible to suggest that the movable body should move by the backlash motion, thereby improving the amusement of the game. It should be noted that different light emission modes may be used for the normal operation and the single operation. According to this, it becomes possible for the player to easily visually recognize that the normal action is being performed, so that the interest in the game can be improved. In addition, when the backlash motion is performed after performing the normal motion, the movable body lamp is caused to emit light in the same manner as during the normal motion, and when the backlash motion is performed after performing the single motion, the backlash motion is performed in the same manner as during the single motion. The movable lamp may be caused to emit light in the same manner. It should be noted that, like the output sound shown in FIG. 11-9, the lighting mode of the movable body lamp may differ according to the effect pattern. In that case, a common light emission mode may be used for the normal operation and the backlash operation, and for the single unit operation and the backlash operation. In addition, the effect control CPU 120 may output an output sound when the first movable body 054AK001 is in motion, and may output the same output sound as in the normal motion or the single motion when performing the backlash motion. .

Further, in the above-described embodiment, when the operating position is the advanced position, if the first movable body 054AK001 reaches the advanced position, which is the operating position, by a single operation within the effective detection period, then the player's Although an example in which a backlash motion is performed each time a motion is detected is shown, this is just an example. For example, when the action position is the advanced position, the specific effect may be terminated when the first movable body 054AK001 reaches the advanced position, which is the action position, in a single action within the valid detection period. Specifically, when it is determined No in step 054AKS049 in FIG. 11-11, and the motion position is the advance position, the first movable body motion control process may be ended as it is. According to this, the player can easily recognize that the robot has moved to the advance position.

Further, in the above embodiment, the second movable body 054AK003 operates after the first movable body 054AK001 operates, that is, the second movable body 054AK003 operates together with the first movable body 054AK001. This is an example. The second movable body 054AK003 is not limited to after the first movable body 054AK001 is operated, and may be operable by itself. That is, the first movable body 054AK001 and the second movable body 054AK003 may each be independently operable. In this case, since each operates independently, it is likely that the first movable body 054AK001 is not positioned at the initial position when the second movable body 054AK003 operates. Since the movable body 054AK001 can be returned to the initial position and the second movable body 054AK003 can be operated, the movable body having a high priority can be reliably operated, and the motion of the movable body can be preferably controlled.

(Description of Characteristic Portion 109SG)
Next, the characteristic portion 109SG (hereinafter abbreviated as the characteristic portion 109SG) in the embodiment of the present invention will be described. FIG. 11-23 is a front view of the pachinko game machine 1 in this characteristic portion 109SG. As shown in FIG. 11-23, in the pachinko game machine 1 of this characteristic portion 109S, a movable body unit 109SG400 is provided between the game board 2 and the image display device 5 provided on the back side thereof. .

The movable unit 109SG400 has a base 109SG410 as shown in FIG. 11-24(A). The first movable body 109SG401 is located at the center of the base 109SG410 in the lateral width direction, the second movable body 109SG402L is located at the left of the base 109SG410 in the lateral width direction, and the second movable body 109SG402L is located at the right of the base 109SG410 in the lateral width direction. , the third movable body 109SG402R is arranged respectively.

Further, the movable body unit 109SG400 includes a first movable body motor 109SG421 for operating the first movable body 109SG401, a second movable body motor 109SG422 for operating the second movable body 109SG402L, and a third moving body unit 109SG400. and a third movable body motor 109SG423 for operating the movable body 109SG402R. Therefore, the second movable body 109SG402L and the third movable body 109SG402R in the characteristic part 109SG can operate independently from the first movable body 109SG401. Further, a movable body LED 109SG495 is built in a predetermined position of the first movable body 109SG401 (for example, an upper position of the first movable body 109SG401).

Among the first movable body 109SG401, the second movable body 109SG402L, and the third movable body 109SG402R, the first movable body 109SG401 is driven by the first movable body motor 109SG421 to move to the retracted position, which is the lower position of the image display device 5. From (see FIG. 11-24 (A)), a suggested position above the retracted position (see FIG. 11-24 (B)), an effect above the suggested position and also at the front position of the image display device 5 It is movable to the position (see FIG. 11-24(C)).

The second movable body 109SG402L and the third movable body 109SG402R are driven by the second movable body motor 109SG422 and the third movable body motor 109SG423 to move to the retracted position (FIG. 11), which is the lower position of the image display device 5. -24 (A)) to the left and right proximity positions (see FIG. 11-24 (C)) of the first movable body 109SG401 moved to the effect position.

In addition, in this characteristic portion 109SG, as shown in FIGS. 11-24(A) to 11-24(C), the first movable body 109SG401, the second movable body 109SG402L, and the third movable body 109SG402R are all at the retracted position. The position state is the first state of the movable body unit 109SG400, and the first movable body 109SG401 is positioned at the suggested position, while the second movable body 109SG402L and the third movable body 109SG402R are positioned at the retracted position. The state is the second state of the movable body unit 109SG400, the first movable body 109SG401 is positioned at the production position, and the second movable body 109SG402L and the third movable body 109SG402R are positioned at the production position. The state in which the movable body unit 109SG400 is located at the left and right close positions is defined as the third state.

FIG. 11-25 is an explanatory diagram of the determination method of the variation pattern in the characteristic portion 109SG. In this characterizing section 109SG, the variation pattern determination table to be selected is varied according to the display result of the variable display to be executed and the number of pending memories.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 11-25, when the variable display result is a non-probable variable jackpot, the jackpot variation pattern determination table A is selected, and the jackpot variation pattern determination table A is used to determine the variation pattern. PB1-1 (variation pattern of normal reach jackpot), PB1-2 (variation pattern of super reach α1 jackpot), PB1-3 (variation pattern of super reach α2 jackpot) and PB1-4 (variation pattern of super reach β1 jackpot) and PB1-5 (super reach β2 big hit fluctuation pattern).

Further, when the variable display result is a probability variable big hit, the big hit variation pattern determination table A is selected, and the variation pattern is PB1-1 (normal reach big hit variation pattern) and PB1 using the big hit variation pattern determination table A. -2 (variation pattern of super reach α1 jackpot), PB1-3 (variation pattern of super reach α2 jackpot), PB1-4 (variation pattern of super reach β1 jackpot) and PB1-5 (variation pattern of super reach β2 jackpot) Determine from

Incidentally, as shown in FIG. 11-25, in the big-hit variation pattern determination table A and the big-hit variation pattern determination table B, while the number of determination values assigned to PB1-1 is the same, PB1-2 and PB1 -3, PB1-4, and PB1-5 are assigned different numbers of determination values. Specifically, in the big hit variation pattern determination table A, 2 in PB1-1, 45 in PB1-2, 150 in PB1-3, 300 in PB1-4, and 500 in PB1-5 values are assigned to each. On the other hand, in the big hit variation pattern determination table B, there are two determination values for PB1-1, 30 for PB1-2, 135 for PB1-3, 315 for PB1-4, and 515 for PB1-5. assigned to each. That is, in the characteristic portion 109SG, when the variable display result is the probability variable big hit, the variation pattern is the super reach β1, β2 variation pattern PB1-4 at a higher rate than when the variable display result is the non-probability variable big hit. Alternatively, since PB1-5 is determined, it is possible to draw the player's attention to the variation pattern in the variable display.

Also, if the variable display result is a small hit, select the special winning variation pattern determination table, and use the special winning variation pattern determination table to determine the variation pattern as PC1-1 (special winning variation pattern). do. That is, in this characteristic portion 109SG, since the variable display is executed in the same variation pattern when the variable display result is the probability variable big hit C and when the variable display result is the small win, the player can perform the variable display from the variation pattern. It is difficult to specify whether the result is a variable probability big win C or a small win.

Also, when the variable display result is "missing" in the normal game state (low base state) and the number of pending memories of the variation special figure is 2 or less, select the variation pattern determination table A for loss, Using the fluctuation pattern determination table A for loss, the fluctuation pattern is PA1-1 (non-reach fluctuation pattern), PA2-1 (normal reach fluctuation pattern), PA2-2 (super reach α1 fluctuation pattern) and PA2 −3 (fluctuation pattern of loss of super reach α2), PA2-4 (variation pattern of loss of super reach β1) and PA2-5 (variation pattern of loss of super reach β2).

In addition, when the variable display result is "loss" in the normal game state (low base state), and the number of pending memories of the variation special figure is 3, the variation pattern determination table B for loss is selected, and the loss Using the fluctuation pattern determination table B, the fluctuation patterns are PA1-2 (shortened fluctuation pattern of non-reach deviation), PA2-1 (variation pattern of normal reach deviation) and PA2-2 (variation pattern of super reach α1 deviation) and PA2 −3 (fluctuation pattern of loss of super reach α2), PA2-4 (variation pattern of loss of super reach β1) and PA2-5 (variation pattern of loss of super reach β2).

In addition, when the variable display result is "loss" in the normal game state (low base state) and the number of pending memories of the variation special figure is 4, the variation pattern determination table C for loss is selected, and the loss Using the fluctuation pattern determination table C, the fluctuation patterns are PA1-3 (shortened fluctuation pattern of non-reach deviation), PA2-1 (variation pattern of normal reach deviation) and PA2-2 (variation pattern of super reach α1 deviation) and PA2 −3 (fluctuation pattern of loss of super reach α2), PA2-4 (variation pattern of loss of super reach β1) and PA2-5 (variation pattern of loss of super reach β2).

Also, if the variable display result is "loss" in the time saving state (high base state), select the variation pattern determination table D for deviation, and use the variation pattern determination table D for deviation to determine the variation pattern PA1-4 (Shortening fluctuation pattern for non-reach out of time), PA2-1 (variation pattern out of normal reach), PA2-2 (variation pattern out of super reach α1), PA2-3 (variation pattern out of super reach α2) and PA2 -4 (fluctuation pattern of missing super reach β1) and PA2-5 (fluctuation pattern of missing super reach β2).

In other words, if the variable display result in the present characteristic unit 109SG is "missing", the number of pending memories of the variable special figure is 3 or 4, etc., or based on the fact that it is in a time saving state, the special figure Since the variable display time is shorter than the normal non-reach variation pattern (PA1-1), the shortening variation patterns (PA1-2, PA1-3, PA1-4) increase the rate of variable display execution. , it is possible to shorten the period until the next variable display result becomes a big hit while preventing the game from being slowed down.

In addition, as shown in FIGS. 11-32 to 11-39, the variable display of super reach α1 (variable display of variable patterns PA2-2, PB1-2) in this characteristic portion 109SG is a special figure variable display time of 40 It is a variable display for executing a battle effect between friend character A and enemy character A as a reach effect of super reach. The variable display of super reach α2 (variable display of variable patterns PA2-3 and PB1-3) has a special figure variable display time of 50 seconds, and a battle effect between friend character A and enemy character B as a reach effect of super reach. is a variable display that executes The variable display of super reach β1 (variable display of variable patterns PA2-4 and PB1-4) has a special figure variable display time of 60 seconds, and a battle effect between friend character A and enemy character A as a reach effect of super reach. is a variable display that executes The variable display of super reach β2 (variable display of variable patterns PA2-5 and PB1-5) has a special figure variable display time of 60 seconds, and a battle effect between friend character A and enemy character A as a reach effect of super reach. is a variable display that executes

Then, as shown in FIG. 11-25, as the jackpot expectations of each variable display in this characteristic portion 109SG, the jackpot expectations of super reach β2 are set to be the highest, and thereafter, super reach β1 and super reach α2. , Super Reach α1, Normal Reach, and Non-Reach are set in order of high expectations for big hits (Expectations for big hits in each variable display in this characteristic portion 109SG: Super Reach β2>Super Reach β1>Super Reach α2>Super Reach α1 > normal reach > non-reach).

In other words, focusing on the variable display of Super Reach, this characteristic portion 109SG determines whether the friendly character displayed as a battle effect (reach effect of Super Reach) is friendly character A or friendly character B. The degree of expectation for a big hit differs depending on the combination of which of the enemy character A and B the enemy character displayed as the ready-to-win effect is.

FIG. 11-26 is a flow chart showing the effect process during variable display (step S172) in the effect control process process. In the variable display effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 subtracts 1 from each value of the process timer, variable display time timer, and variable display control timer (step 109SGS301, step 109SGS302, step 109SGS303). If the variable display is super reach variable display (step 109SGS303b; Y), the value of the movable body control timer is decremented by 1 (step 109SGS303c).

After step 109SGS303c is executed, or if it is not super reach variable display (step 109SGS303b; N), the process proceeds to step 109SGS306.

At step 109 SGS306, the effect control CPU 120 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out. If the process timer has timed out, the process data is switched (step 109 SGS307). That is, the process timer is restarted by setting the next process timer set value in the process table to the process timer (step 109 SGS308). In addition, the control state for the production device (parts for production) is changed based on the next set display control execution data, lamp control execution data, sound control execution data, operation unit control data, etc. (step 109SGS309a). On the other hand, when the process timer has not timed out, the performance device (for performance component) is executed (step 109SGS309b).

After executing the process of step 109SGS309a or step 109SGS309b, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the variable display is super reach variable display (step 109SGS309f).

If the variable display is super reach variable display (step 109SGS309f; Y), it is further determined whether or not the movable body control timer has timed out (109SGS309g). When the movable body control timer has timed out (step 109SGS309g; Y), the first movable body motor 109SG421, the second movable body motor 109SG422, and the third movable body motor 109SG423 are driven according to the contents of the process data. (Step 109SGS309h). Then, the movable body control timer is reset (the second time is set in the movable body control timer again), and the process proceeds to step 109SGS310 (step 109SGS309i).

If the variable display is not super reach variable display (step 109SGS309f; N) and if the movable body control timer has not timed out (step 109SGS309g; N), the processing of steps 109SGS309h and 109SGS309i is executed. without proceeding to step 109 SGS310.

Next, it is checked whether or not the variable display control timer has timed out (step 109SGS310). When the variable display control timer has timed out (step 109SGS310; Y), the effect control CPU 120 displays the next display screen (33 ms The image data of the screen to be displayed after the elapse of time is created and written in a predetermined area of the VRAM (step 109 SGS311). In this manner, the image display device 5 realizes variable display control of decorative patterns and display control of other images (display control of moving images). The display control unit 123 transmits to the image display device 5 a signal based on data obtained by superimposing the image data of a predetermined area such as the set background image and the image data based on the display control execution data set in the process table. Output. In this manner, the image display device 5 displays the background image, the character image, and the decorative design in the variation of the decorative design. Also, the variable display control timer is reset to the first time (step 109 SGS312).

Further, when the variable display control timer has not timed out (step 109SGS310; N), after executing step 109SGS312, the effect control CPU 120 checks whether or not the variable display time timer has timed out (step 109SGS313). . If the variable display time timer has timed out, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special figure per waiting process (step S173) (step 109 SGS315). Even if the variable display time timer has not timed out, if the determination command reception flag indicating that the symbol determination designation command is received is in the ON state (step 109 SGS314; Y), the value of the effect control process flag is changed to the special symbol. It is updated to a value according to the waiting process (step S173) (step 109SGS315). Even if the variable display time timer has not timed out, when the pattern confirmation designation command is received, the control is shifted to stop the fluctuation. is received, the variable display of the decorative design can be terminated when the regular variable display time elapses (at the end of the variable display of the special design).

Process data during variable display of decorative patterns is set in the process table used for variable display control of the decorative patterns. That is, the sum of the process timer set values of the process data 1 to n in the process table corresponds to the variable display time of the decoration pattern. Therefore, when the process timer for the last process data n expires in the process of step 109 SGS306, there is no process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, etc.) to be switched, and decorative pattern variable display control based on the process table is performed. ends.

Next, the operation mode of each effect device during the reach effect of super reach α1, super reach α2, super reach β1, and super reach β2 in the characteristic portion 109SG will be described. Rendering modes of variable display will be described with reference to FIGS. 11-27 to 11-30.

First, as shown in FIGS. 11-27 and 11-28, regarding the variable display of super reach α1 and super reach α2, when the reach effects of super reach α1 and super reach α2 are started, a first enlarged display period is started. , Character images displayed on the image display device 5 during the second enlarged display period and the third enlarged display period If there is, ally character A and enemy character B) are enlarged and displayed.

Specifically, in the first enlarged display period, the character image is enlarged at a constant speed from the normal display magnification (1 time) to the display magnification m1, and in the second enlarged display period, the character image is displayed from the display magnification m1. The character image is enlarged at a constant speed up to the magnification m2, and in the third enlarged display period, the character image is enlarged from the display magnification m2 to the display magnification m3 at a constant speed. After the end of the third enlarged display period, the display magnification of the character image is maintained at m3 for a predetermined period, and the display magnification of the character image is returned to the normal display magnification at the timing when the predetermined period has passed. .

In addition, in the characteristic portion 109SG, the first enlarged display period, the second enlarged display period, and the third enlarged display period are all of the same length. Further, as shown in FIGS. 11-27 and 11-28, among the differences between the display magnifications, the difference between the normal display magnification and the display magnification m1 is the largest, and the difference between the display magnification m2 and the display magnification m3 is the largest. is the smallest. That is, in this characteristic portion 109SG, the character image enlargement speed is set to be the fastest during the first enlargement display period and the slowest during the third enlargement display period (character image enlargement speed: first enlarged display period>second enlarged display period>third enlarged display period). In addition, in the characterizing portion 109SG, “fast enlargement speed” means that the image enlargement rate per unit time is high.

Thereafter, in this characteristic portion 109SG, a period T2 is a period (a period during which the movable body action suggestive effect is executed) that combines the first enlarged display period and the second enlarged display period described above, and the third enlarged display period and the character image are displayed. A period including a predetermined period during which the display magnification is maintained at m3 may be referred to as a period T3.

As shown in FIG. 11-27, during the reach performance of super reach α1 and super reach α2, if the result of the variable display is a big hit, the As an effect to notify that the variable display result is a big hit, the first movable body 109SG401 is moved from the retracted position to the effect position, and the second movable body 109SG402L and the third movable body 109SG402R are moved to the left and right of the first movable body 109SG401. After moving to the close position (after changing the movable body unit 109SG400 from the first state to the third state), after a while, the first movable body 109SG401, the second movable body 109SG402L, and the third movable body 109SG402R are moved. A movable body motion effect A is executed to move the movable body unit 109SG400 to the retracted position (change the movable body unit 109SG400 from the third state to the first state).

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 11-28, during the ready-to-reach effect of super reach α1 and super reach α2, if the variable display result is wrong, from the end timing of the period T3 to the end timing of the variable display, By not operating the first movable body 109SG401, the second movable body 109SG402L, and the third movable body 109SG402R, a failure notification effect is executed to notify that the variable display result is a failure.

Henceforth, in this characterizing part 109SG, the period during which the movable body effect A and the deviation notification effect are executed may be referred to as a period T4. Among these periods T2 to T4, the period T3 is the shortest period and the period T4 is the longest period (the length of the periods T2 to T4: period T4>period T2>period T3).

In addition, during the ready-to-reach performances of super reach α1 and super reach α2, effect images are also displayed on the image display device 5 as movable body motion suggestion performance A and movable body motion performance A (only when the variable display result is a big hit). .

Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 11-27 and 11-28, in the image display device 5, the first movable body A movable body motion suggesting production A is executed in which a plurality of star-shaped effect images 109SG005S move toward 109SG401 at a speed V1.

Furthermore, when the result of the variable display is a big hit, a plurality of star-shaped effect images 109SG005S are displayed from the first movable body 109SG401 at a speed V2 over a period T4 as part of the above-described movable body motion presentation A. It moves (diffuses) toward the edge of the display device 5 . Note that the absolute value of the speed V2 is greater than the absolute value of the speed V1. In other words, the movable body action effect A in the characterizing part 109SG is also an effect in which the star-shaped effect image 109SG005S moves faster than the movable body action suggestive effect A.

Further, during the reach performance of super reach α1 and super reach α2, light emission of the movable body LED 109SG495 is also executed. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 11-27 and 11-28, the movable body LED 109SG495 is in the middle of the above-described period T2 (the first enlarged display period and the second enlarged display period) and period T3 (more precisely is the start timing of the first enlarged display period to the end timing of the third enlarged display period), the movable body LED 109SG495 emits light with the luminance C1. Further, when the variable display result is a big hit, the movable body LED 109SG495 is caused to emit light with a luminance C2 higher than the luminance C1 over a period T4.

In addition, during the reach performance of Super Reach α1 and Super Reach α2, four types of performance sounds can be output from the speakers 8L and 8R: BGM such as music, SE (sound effect), action suggestive sound, and big hit notification sound. , and the type of sound output differs depending on the time during the reach production.

Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 11-27 and 11-28, the BGM is a dramatic sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R from the start of the variable display, and is output from the speakers 8L and 8R only during the period T3. output is stopped. That is, the output of BGM in the ready-to-win effect is executed over the period T4 from the start timing of the ready-to-win effect to the end timing of the period T2.

Also, SE (sound effect) is a dramatic sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R from the start of the variable display, like BGM, but unlike BGM, there is no period during which output from the speakers 8L and 8R is stopped. . In other words, the SE output in the ready-to-win effect is performed throughout the ready-to-win effect.

The motion suggestive sound is a sound effect output from the speakers 8L and 8R as a part of the movable body motion suggestive production A. That is, the action suggesting sound is output only during the period T2 during which the movable body action suggesting effect A is executed, and is not output during the other periods. The big hit notification sound is a sound effect output from the speakers 8L and 8R as a part of the movable body motion presentation A. In other words, the big hit notification sound is output only during the period T4 during which the movable body action effect A is executed when the variable display result is a big win, and is not output during the other periods.

As shown in FIGS. 11-29 and 11-30, for the variable display of super reach β1 and super reach β2, when the reach effects of super reach β1 and super reach β2 are started, the first enlarged display period and the second Character images displayed on the image display device 5 during the second enlarged display period and the third enlarged display period (in the case of the reach effect of super reach β1, friendly character B and enemy character A; Enlarged display of ally character B and enemy character B) is executed.

Fig. 11- for the enlarged display of the character image in the variable display of super reach β1 and super reach β2, the lighting mode of the movable body LED 109SG495, the output of BGM, SE, action suggestive sound, and jackpot notification sound from the speakers 8L and 8R. 27 and FIGS. 11 to 28 are the same as the super reach α1 and super reach α2 variable displays, so the explanation is omitted.

As shown in FIG. 11-29, during the reach effect of super reach β1 and super reach β2, if the variable display result is a big hit, the variable As an effect informing that the display result is a big hit, the first movable body 109SG401 is moved from the retracted position to the effect position, and the second movable body 109SG402L and the third movable body 109SG402R are moved to the close position of the first movable body 109SG401. After moving (after changing the movable body unit 109SG400 from the first state to the third state), after a while, the first movable body 109SG401, the second movable body 109SG402L, and the third movable body 109SG402R are moved to their retracted positions. A movable body action effect B to move (change the movable body unit 109SG400 from the third state to the first state) is executed.

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 11-30, during the ready-to-reach effect of super reach β1 and super reach β2, if the variable display result is wrong, from the end timing of the period T3 to the end timing of the variable display, By not operating the first movable body 109SG401, the second movable body 109SG402L, and the third movable body 109SG402R, a failure notification effect is executed to notify that the variable display result is a failure. The movable object effect B is an effect that is executed over the period T4, like the movable object effect A and the failure notification effect described above.

Also, during the reach effects of super reach β1 and super reach β2, as shown in FIGS. A movable body motion suggesting effect B is executed in which the first movable body 109SG401 is repeatedly moved (reciprocated) between the retracted position and the suggested position. Note that the period T1 required for one reciprocating movement of the first movable body 109SG401 between the retracted position and the suggested position in the movable body motion suggesting effect B is shorter than the aforementioned period T3 ( Length of period T1 to period T4: period T4>period T2>period T3>period T1).

As described above, in the variable display of super reach α1, super reach α2, super reach β1, and super reach β2, during the first enlarged display period and the second enlarged display period, the movable body action suggestive effect is executed. During the third enlarged display period, the movable body action suggestion effect is not executed. Among the first enlarged display period, the second enlarged display period, and the third enlarged display period, the character image enlargement speed is the fastest in the first enlarged display period (the image enlargement ratio per unit time is large), and the character image enlargement rate is the highest in the first enlarged display period. During the enlarged display period, the character image enlargement speed is set to be the slowest (image enlargement rate per unit time is small).

Next, the display mode of the ready-to-win effect on the image display device 5 in variable display of super-reach α1, super-to-reach α2, super-to-win β1, and super-to-win β2 will be described with reference to FIGS. 11-31 to 11-39.

First, as shown in FIGS. 11-31 (A) and 11-31 (B), after a while from the start of the variable display of any one of super reach α1, super reach α2, super reach β1, and super reach β2, , and the decorative symbols displayed in the "left" decorative design display area 5L and the "right" decorative design display area 5R stop at a combination indicating reach. Then, after a predetermined period of time has elapsed in the state of reach, if the variable display is the variable display of super reach α1, a battle effect between friend character A and enemy character A is started as a reach effect (FIG. 11-31 (C ) and FIG. 11-32(A)), if the variable display is the super reach α2 variable display, a battle effect between friendly character A and enemy character B is started as a reach effect (FIGS. 11-31(D) and FIG. 11-34 (A)), if the variable display is the variable display of super reach β1, a battle effect between friend character B and enemy character A is started as a reach effect (FIGS. 11-31 (E) and 11). -36 (A)), if the variable display is a super reach β2 variable display, a battle effect between friendly character B and enemy character B is started as a reach effect (FIGS. 11-31 (F) and FIG. 11- 38(A)).

At the start of the ready-to-win performance of these super ready-to-win, the decorative symbols displayed in the “left” decorative design display area 5L and the “right” decorative design display area 5R are displayed at the upper left and right ends of the display area of the image display device 5. The decorative patterns displayed in the display area 5Cni of the "middle" decorative patterns become temporarily invisible.

As shown in FIGS. 11-32 (A) and 11-32 (B), in the second half of the battle production, which is the reach production of super reach α1, as shown in FIG. Display of a moving image in which character A attacks enemy character A is started. In the moving image, as shown in FIGS. 11-32(C) to 11-32(F), the friendly character A is displayed during the first enlarged display period, the second enlarged display period, and the third enlarged display period. In a scene where the enemy character A is about to be attacked by melee, the images of the ally character A and the enemy character A are enlarged and displayed.

In particular, during the first enlarged display period and the second enlarged display period (FIGS. 11-32(D) to 11-32(F)), the images of friendly character A and enemy character A are displayed first on image display device 5. It is displayed with a lower contrast than before the enlarged display period (Figs. 11-32 (A) to 11-32 (C)), and overlaps the images of friendly character A and enemy character A with these low contrasts. , an image in which a plurality of star-shaped effect images 109SG005S move at a speed V1 toward the first movable body 109SG401 (movable body motion suggestive effect A) is displayed. At this time, the star-shaped effect image 109SG005S is displayed with the same contrast as before the first enlarged display period, so that the player can see the plurality of star-shaped effect images 109SG005S at the speed V1 and the first movable body 109SG401. It is easy to recognize the movement toward.

In addition, during the first enlarged display period to the third enlarged display period, the movable body LED 109SG495 provided on the first movable body 109SG401 also emits light with the luminance C1.

Then, as shown in FIGS. 11-32(E) to 11-32(F), when the third enlarged display period has passed, the friendly character A and the enemy character A are displayed at a display magnification of m3 for a predetermined period of time. to display. During the predetermined period, the movable body LED 109SG495 does not emit light.

As shown in FIGS. 11-33(H) and 11-33(I), when the variable display result is a big hit, the player character A and the enemy character are displayed at the center of the image display device 5 as the movable body motion effect A. An explosion effect image 109SG005B is displayed overlapping the image of the character A, and a plurality of star-shaped images are displayed so as to move from the center of the image display device 5 toward the edge of the image display device 5 at a speed V2. An effect image 109SG005S is displayed.

Further, at this time, the first movable body 109SG401 moves from the retracted position to the rendering position, and the second movable body 109SG402L and the third movable body 109SG402R move to the left and right proximity positions of the first movable body 109SG401 moved to the rendering position. (The movable body unit 109SG400 changes from the first state to the third state). That is, the explosion effect image 109SG005B is displayed behind the first movable body 109SG401, and the multiple star-shaped effect images 109SG005S are displayed so as to move toward the edge of the image display device 5 at the speed V2. be.

Thereafter, after the motion of each movable body ends (after the movable body unit 109SG400 changes from the third state to the first state), after the display of the explosion effect image 109SG005B on the image display device 5 ends, the first movable body Moving image in which body 109SG401, second movable body 109SG402L, and third movable body 109SG402R complete movement to each retreat position, and friendly character A's attack hits enemy character A on image display device 5, and friendly character A wins. is executed, and it is notified that the game is controlled to the jackpot game state. At this time, in the image display device 5, the decorative pattern (the decorative pattern displayed in each of the "right" decorative pattern display areas 5C) is displayed as a numerical value corresponding to the big win as a variable display result. After moving at a high speed from the back side of the device 5 toward the front side, it stops at the central portion of the image display device 5 while swinging.

Then, when the variable display of the special symbols ends (the small symbols displayed at the right end of the image display device 5 stop with a combination indicating a big win), the game is controlled to a big win game state.

On the other hand, if the variable display result is a miss, as shown in FIGS. An action of hitting the character A and defeating the ally character is displayed, and it is notified that the game will not be controlled to the jackpot game state (lost). At this time, in the image display device 5, the decorative patterns (the decorative patterns displayed in the "right" decorative pattern display areas 5C) are displayed at a low speed (Fig. 11-33 (I) at a lower speed than when the big hit is made), and then stops at the center of the image display device 5 while swinging.

As shown in FIGS. 11-34 (A) and 11-34 (B), when the second half of the battle effect (ready effect) as the reach effect of super reach α2 is reached, it is shown in FIG. 11-34 (C). Thus, display of a moving image in which friendly character A attacks enemy character B is started. In the moving image, as shown in FIGS. 11-34(C) to 11-34(F), the friendly character A is displayed during the first enlarged display period, the second enlarged display period, and the third enlarged display period. In a scene where the enemy character B is about to be attacked by melee, the images of the friend character A and the enemy character B are enlarged and displayed.

In particular, during the first enlarged display period and the second enlarged display period (FIGS. 11-34(D) to 11-34(F)), the images of friend character A and enemy character B are displayed first on image display device 5. It is displayed with a lower contrast than before the enlarged display period (Figs. 11-34 (A) to 11-34 (C)), and overlaps the images of friendly character A and enemy character B with these low contrasts. , an image in which a plurality of star-shaped effect images 109SG005S move at a speed V1 toward the first movable body 109SG401 (movable body motion suggestive effect A) is displayed. At this time, the star-shaped effect image 109SG005S is displayed with the same contrast as before the first enlarged display period, so that the player can see the plurality of star-shaped effect images 109SG005S at the speed V1 and the first movable body 109SG401. It is easy to recognize the movement toward.

In addition, during the first enlarged display period to the third enlarged display period, the movable body LED 109SG495 provided on the first movable body 109SG401 also emits light with the luminance C1.

Then, as shown in FIG. 11-34(F), when the third enlarged display period has elapsed, the friend character A and the enemy character B are displayed at the display magnification m3 for a predetermined period. During the predetermined period, the movable body LED 109SG495 does not emit light.

As shown in FIGS. 11-35(G) to 11-35(I), when the variable display result is a big hit, the player character A and the enemy character are displayed at the center of the image display device 5 as the movable body motion effect A. An effect image 109SG005B of an explosion is displayed overlapping the image of the character B, and a plurality of star-shaped images are displayed so as to move from the center of the image display device 5 toward the edge of the image display device 5 at a speed V2. An effect image 109SG005S is displayed.

Further, at this time, the first movable body 109SG401 moves from the retracted position to the rendering position, and the second movable body 109SG402L and the third movable body 109SG402R move to the left and right proximity positions of the first movable body 109SG401 moved to the rendering position. (The movable body unit 109SG400 changes from the first state to the third state). That is, the explosion effect image 109SG005B is displayed behind the first movable body 109SG401, and the multiple star-shaped effect images 109SG005S are displayed so as to move toward the edge of the image display device 5 at the speed V2. be.

Thereafter, after the motion of each movable body ends (after the movable body unit 109SG400 changes from the third state to the first state), after the display of the explosion effect image 109SG005B on the image display device 5 ends, the first movable body Moving image in which body 109SG401, second movable body 109SG402L, and third movable body 109SG402R complete movement to each retreat position, and friendly character A's attack hits enemy character B on image display device 5, and friendly character A wins. is executed, and it is notified that the game is controlled to the jackpot game state. At this time, in the image display device 5, the decorative pattern (the decorative pattern displayed in each of the "right" decorative pattern display areas 5C) is displayed as a numerical value corresponding to the big win as a variable display result. After moving at a high speed from the back side of the device 5 toward the front side, it stops at the central portion of the image display device 5 while swinging.

Then, when the variable display of the special symbols ends (the small symbols displayed at the right end of the image display device 5 stop with a combination indicating a big win), the game is controlled to a big win game state.

On the other hand, if the variable display result is a miss, as shown in FIGS. An action of hitting the character A and defeating the ally character is displayed, and it is notified that the game will not be controlled to the jackpot game state (lost). At this time, in the image display device 5, the decorative patterns (the decorative patterns displayed in the "right" decorative pattern display areas 5C) are displayed at a low speed (Fig. 11-33 (I) at a lower speed than when the big hit is made), and then stops at the center of the image display device 5 while swinging.

As shown in FIGS. 11-36 (A) and 11-36 (B), when the second half of the battle production (reach production) is reached as a reach production of super reach β1, as shown in FIG. 11-36 (C) At this time, display of a moving image of friendly character B attacking enemy character A starts. In the moving image, as shown in FIGS. 11-36(C) to 11-36(F), the friendly character B is displayed during the first enlarged display period, the second enlarged display period, and the third enlarged display period. In a scene where the enemy character A is about to be attacked by a close-range attack, the images of the friend character B and the enemy character A are enlarged and displayed.

In particular, during the first enlarged display period and the second enlarged display period, the movement of the first movable body 109SG401 between the retracted position and the suggested position is repeatedly executed as the movable body motion suggesting effect B (movable body unit The change from the first state to the second state of 109SG400 and the change from the second state to the first state are repeatedly executed).

Further, as shown in FIGS. 11-36(D) and 11-36(E), during the enlarged display period of the images of friend character B and enemy character A, effect image 109SG005X is displayed on image display device 5, Enlarged display of the images of friend character B and enemy character A is emphasized by the effect image 109SG005X.

In addition, during the first enlarged display period to the third enlarged display period, the movable body LED 109SG495 provided on the first movable body 109SG401 also emits light with the luminance C1.

Then, as shown in FIG. 11-36(F), when the third enlarged display period has elapsed, the friend character B and the enemy character A are displayed at the display magnification m3 for a predetermined period. During the predetermined period, the movable body LED 109SG495 does not emit light.

As shown in FIGS. 11-37(G) to 11-37(I), when the result of the variable display is a big win, the player character B and the enemy character are displayed at the center of the image display device 5 as the movable body motion effect B. An explosion effect image 109SG005B is displayed overlapping the character A image.

Further, at this time, the first movable body 109SG401 moves from the retracted position to the rendering position, and the second movable body 109SG402L and the third movable body 109SG402R move to the left and right proximity positions of the first movable body 109SG401 moved to the rendering position. (The movable body unit 109SG400 changes from the first state to the third state). That is, the explosion effect image 109SG005B is displayed behind the first movable body 109SG401.

Thereafter, after the motion of each movable body ends (after the movable body unit 109SG400 changes from the third state to the first state), after the display of the explosion effect image 109SG005B on the image display device 5 ends, the first movable body Moving image in which body 109SG401, second movable body 109SG402L, and third movable body 109SG402R complete movement to each retreat position, and friendly character B's attack hits enemy character A on image display device 5, and friendly character A wins. is executed, and it is notified that the game is controlled to the jackpot game state. At this time, in the image display device 5, the decorative pattern (the decorative pattern displayed in each of the "right" decorative pattern display areas 5C) is displayed as a numerical value corresponding to the big win as a variable display result. After moving at a high speed from the back side of the device 5 toward the front side, it stops at the central portion of the image display device 5 while swinging.

Then, when the variable display of the special symbols ends (the small symbols displayed at the right end of the image display device 5 stop with a combination indicating a big win), the game is controlled to a big win game state.

On the other hand, if the variable display result is a miss, as shown in FIGS. An action of hitting the character B and defeating the ally character is displayed, and it is notified that the game will not be controlled to the jackpot game state (lost). At this time, in the image display device 5, the decorative patterns (the decorative patterns displayed in the "right" decorative pattern display areas 5C) are displayed at a low speed (Fig. 11-33 (I) at a lower speed than when the big hit is made), and then stops at the center of the image display device 5 while swinging.

As shown in FIGS. 11-38 (A) and 11-38 (B), when the second half of the battle production (reach production) as the reach production of super reach β2 is reached, as shown in FIG. 11-38 (C) At that time, display of a moving image in which ally character B attacks enemy character B starts. In the moving image, as shown in FIGS. 11-38(C) to 11-38(F), the friendly character B is displayed during the first enlarged display period, the second enlarged display period, and the third enlarged display period. In a scene where the enemy character B is about to be attacked by melee, the images of the friend character B and the enemy character B are enlarged and displayed.

In particular, during the first enlarged display period and the second enlarged display period, the movement of the first movable body 109SG401 between the retracted position and the suggested position is repeatedly executed as the movable body motion suggesting effect B (movable body unit The change from the first state to the second state of 109SG400 and the change from the second state to the first state are repeatedly executed).

Further, as shown in FIGS. 11-38(D) and 11-38(E), during the enlarged display period of the images of friend character B and enemy character A, effect image 109SG005X is displayed on image display device 5, Enlarged display of the images of friend character B and enemy character A is emphasized by the effect image 109SG005X.

In addition, during the first enlarged display period to the third enlarged display period, the movable body LED 109SG495 provided on the first movable body 109SG401 also emits light with the luminance C1.

Then, as shown in FIG. 11-38(F), when the third enlarged display period has elapsed, the friend character B and the enemy character B are displayed at the display magnification m3 for a predetermined period. During the predetermined period, the movable body LED 109SG495 does not emit light.

Then, as shown in FIGS. 11-39(G) to 11-39(I), when the result of the variable display is a big hit, the player character B is displayed at the center of the image display device 5 as the movable body motion effect B. , and an explosion effect image 109SG005B is displayed overlapping the image of the enemy character B, and a plurality of stars move from the center of the image display device 5 toward the edge of the image display device 5 at a speed V2. A model effect image 109SG005S is displayed.

Further, at this time, the first movable body 109SG401 moves from the retracted position to the rendering position, and the second movable body 109SG402L and the third movable body 109SG402R move to the left and right proximity positions of the first movable body 109SG401 moved to the rendering position. (The movable body unit 109SG400 changes from the first state to the third state). That is, the explosion effect image 109SG005B is displayed behind the first movable body 109SG401.

Thereafter, after the motion of each movable body ends (after the movable body unit 109SG400 changes from the third state to the first state), after the display of the explosion effect image 109SG005B on the image display device 5 ends, the first movable body Moving image in which body 109SG401, second movable body 109SG402L, and third movable body 109SG402R complete movement to each retreat position, and friendly character B's attack hits enemy character B on image display device 5, and friendly character A wins. is executed, and it is notified that the game is controlled to the jackpot game state. At this time, in the image display device 5, the decorative pattern (the decorative pattern displayed in each of the "right" decorative pattern display areas 5C) is displayed as a numerical value corresponding to the big win as a variable display result. After moving at a high speed from the back side of the device 5 toward the front side, it stops at the central portion of the image display device 5 while swinging.

Then, when the variable display of the special symbols ends (the small symbols displayed at the right end of the image display device 5 stop with a combination indicating a big win), the game is controlled to a big win game state.

On the other hand, if the variable display result is a miss, as shown in FIGS. An action of hitting the character B and defeating the ally character is displayed, and it is notified that the game will not be controlled to the jackpot game state (lost).
At this time, in the image display device 5, the decorative patterns (the decorative patterns displayed in the "right" decorative pattern display areas 5C) are displayed at a low speed (Fig. 11-33 (I) at a lower speed than when the big hit is made), and then stops at the center of the image display device 5 while swinging.

As described above, the pachinko game machine 1 in the present characteristic portion 109SG displays the explosion effect image 109SG005B on the image display device 5 during execution of the movable body motion suggesting production B, as shown in FIGS. 11-35 to 11-39. On the other hand, during execution of the movable body motion effect B, the image display device 5 displays the effect image 109SG005B of the explosion, so that the display of the effect image 109SG005B of the explosion allows the image of the friend character and the enemy character during the ready-to-reach effect to be displayed. Since the enlarged display and the rendering motion of the movable body motion rendering B by the movable bodies (the first movable body 109SG401, the second movable body 109SG402L, and the third movable body 109SG402R) can be made more conspicuous, the amusement of the game can be improved.

That is, the gaming machine according to the characteristic portion 109SG is
A game machine (for example, a pachinko game machine 1) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game state) that is advantageous to a player,
movable bodies (for example, first movable body 109SG401, second movable body 109SG402L, and third movable body 109SG402R);
A specific effect (for example, a movable body motion effect A or a movable body motion effect B) for announcing the effect result by moving the movable body, and repeatedly moving the movable body before the specific effect is executed. Effect execution means (for example, the effect control CPU 120 is capable of executing a suggestive effect (for example, a movable body action suggestive effect A or a movable body action suggestive effect B) that suggests that the specific effect will be executed by 11-26 for executing the effect processing during variable display);
with
The production executing means is
While the effect image for the movable body is not displayed when executing the suggestive effect, the effect image for the movable body is displayed when the specific effect is executed (for example, as shown in FIGS. 11-36 to 11-39). Thus, while the movable body motion suggestive effect B is being executed, the image display device 5 does not display the explosion effect image 109SG005B. is displayed),
A specific image is displayed while the suggestion effect is being executed, and the specific image is gradually enlarged and displayed (for example, as shown in FIGS. 11-36 and 11-38, during the reach effect of super reach β1 If so, ally character B and enemy character A are displayed, and ally character B and enemy character A are displayed in an enlarged manner. (the part where the ally character B and the enemy character B are displayed in an enlarged manner),
When the specific image is gradually enlarged and displayed, an effect image for the specific image can be displayed (for example, as shown in FIGS. 11-36 and 11-38, the image display device 5 where the effect image 109SG005X is displayed),
The specific images include a first specific image and a second specific image different from the first specific image, and an advantageous state is obtained when the first specific image is displayed and when the second specific image is displayed. (For example, as shown in FIG. 11-25, the variable display of super reach β2, in which friendly character B and enemy character B are displayed during the ready-to-win effect, is controlled by friendly character B and A portion where the ratio of control to the jackpot game state is higher than the variable display of super reach β1 where the enemy character A is displayed),
The control cycle of the movable body by the effect executing means is different from the update cycle of the specific image and the effect image (for example, the movement control cycle of the first movable body 109SG401, the second movable body 109SG402L, and the third movable body 109SG402R is 1 ms, whereas the effect image displayed on the image display device 5 is updated at 33 ms;
It is characterized by

According to this feature, the effect image can make the enlarged display of the specific image and the performance action of the movable body more conspicuous, so that the interest in the game can be improved.

(Description of means related to characteristic part 054AK)
(1) The game machine according to the characteristic part 054AK is
A gaming machine capable of playing games (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1, etc.),
a first position and a movable body (for example, a first movable body 054AK001, etc.) capable of moving to at least a second position different from the first position;
Movable body control means for controlling the motion of the movable body (for example, a performance control CPU 120 for executing motion processing);
Effect control means (for example, effect control CPU 120 for executing the first movable body motion control process of step 054AKS032, etc.) capable of transmitting information for operating the movable body to the movable body control means according to the result of the effect. ,
The movable body control means controls the movement of the movable body based on the information transmitted from the effect control means (for example, executing the movement according to the command in the movement processing in FIGS. 11 to 13),
The production control means is
first information for moving the movable body from the first position to the second position;
(For example, a first normal operation command and a backlash motion command can be transmitted.) etc.),
The movable body control means is
When the movable body is at the first position when the second information is received, the motion control based on the second information is not performed (for example, if the processing of step 054AKS072 is determined as Yes, the motion processing is executed). exit, etc.),
If the movable body is at the second position when the second information is received, performing operation control based on the second information (for example, executing the processing of step 054AKS073);
It is characterized by

According to such a configuration, it is possible to perform motion control according to the type of information and the position of the movable body, and it is possible to suitably control the motion of the movable body.

(2) In the gaming machine described in (1) above,
The movable body control means performs operation control based on the second information even when the movable body is at a third position different from the first position and the second position when the second information is received. (For example, make it move loosely at intermediate position 1 and intermediate position 2, etc.),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to perform backlash motions at a plurality of positions, so that the amusement of the game can be improved.

(3) In the gaming machine described in (1) or (2) above,
The movable body includes a plurality of movable parts, and the movable parts operate in different directions (for example, as shown in FIG. 11-22(C), the movable parts 054AK002 and 054AK002A operate in the , the movable part 054AK002B moves in different directions, etc.),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the amusement of the game by operating the plurality of movable parts.

(4) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (3) above,
The movable body control means performs operation control based on the second information even when the movable body is at a third position different from the first position and the second position when the second information is received. (For example, make it move loosely at intermediate position 1 and intermediate position 2, etc.),
The direction of the movable body that operates in the motion control based on the second information is common when the movable body is at the second position and at the third position (for example, intermediate position 1, intermediate position 2, and the advanced position, the first movable body 054AK001 is rattlingly moved in the direction of the initial position, etc.),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the control from becoming complicated.

(5) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (4) above,
The movable body control means is
Even when the movable body is at a third position different from the first position and the second position when the second information is received, motion control based on the second information is performed (for example, intermediate position 1 or intermediate position 1). (e.g., making it work loosely at position 2),
When the movable body control means specifies that the movable body has moved to the third position, the movement control is performed based on the second information (for example, the first movable body 054AK001 is initialized by driving the drive motor). If it is determined that it is not at the position, etc.),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, since the movable body is rattled in a highly reliable state, the reliability of the operation can be ensured.

(6) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (5) above,
further comprising detection means (for example, push sensor 35B, etc.) capable of detecting the action of the player during the effective detection period;
The effect control means moves the movable body from the first position to the second position in the direction of the second position based on detection of the action of the player by the detection means during the effective detection period. unit motion information for causing a motion of a unit motion amount smaller than the amount to be transmitted to the movable body control means (for example, executing the processing of step 054AKS046);
The movable body control means is
Based on the first information, control is performed to accelerate the movable body so as to reach a first speed and move the movable body in the direction of the second position (for example, as shown in FIG. 11-21(A), In the case of normal operation, it is accelerated to the first speed and operated, etc.),
Based on the unit motion information, the movable body is caused to move by the unit motion amount in the direction of the second position at a second speed slower than the first speed (for example, as shown in FIG. 11-21(B), In the case of single operation, operate at a second speed that is slower than the first speed, etc.),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, when the movable body is finely moved, the control load is suppressed by operating the movable body without accelerating it, and the step-out of the drive motor is prevented. can be reduced.

(7) In the gaming machine described in (6) above,
After accelerating to the first speed based on the first information, the movable body control means decelerates before reaching the second position (for example, as shown in FIG. 11-21(A), When the first movable body 054AK001 is normally operated, after accelerating to the first speed, the operating speed of the first movable body 054AK001 is decelerated before reaching the advanced position, etc.),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to reduce the load at the time of stopping at the advanced position, and prevent the player from feeling a sense of discomfort due to the recoil and preventing the movable body from malfunctioning.

(8) In the gaming machine described in (6) or (7) above,
The effect control means transmits the unit action information a plurality of times based on the fact that the detection means detects the action of the player a plurality of times, and the unit action is performed after the movable body reaches the second position. Do not transmit information (for example, if the operating position is the advancing position, if the advancing position is reached within the detection valid period, do not send a single operation command, etc.),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, useless control is suppressed, so that it is possible to prevent irregular operations from being performed.

(9) In the gaming machine according to any one of (6) to (8) above,
When moving the movable body from a position other than the first position to the first position, the movable body is accelerated to the first speed and moved (for example, even when the first movable body 054AK001 is normally operated, it is operated alone. Also, when the first movable body 054AK001 is retracted to the initial position, it is accelerated to the first speed and moved to the initial position, etc.),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, the movable body can be smoothly retracted to the initial position.

(Description of means related to characteristic part 055AK)
The feature 054AK includes the following feature 055AK.
(1) The game machine according to the characteristic part 055AK is
A gaming machine capable of playing games (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1, etc.),
detection means (for example, push sensor 35B, etc.) capable of detecting the action of the player during the effective detection period;
a first position and a movable body (for example, a first movable body 054AK001, etc.) capable of moving to at least a second position different from the first position;
Movable body control means for controlling the motion of the movable body (for example, a performance control CPU 120 for executing motion processing);
Effect control means capable of executing a specific effect and capable of transmitting information for operating the movable body to the movable body control means according to the result of the specific effect (for example, the first movable body motion control process of step 054AKS032 Execution control CPU 120 etc.) and,
The movable body control means controls the movement of the movable body based on the information transmitted from the effect control means (for example, executing the movement according to the command in the movement processing in FIGS. 11 to 13),
According to the effect result of the specific effect, the movement to a plurality of result positions including a third position between the first position and the second position and a fourth position different from the third position in the specific effect Move the body (for example, move to intermediate position 1 or intermediate position 2 as the operating position),
based on the fact that the detection means detects the action of the player during the effective detection period before moving the movable body to the result position in the specific performance, the movable body is moved toward the second position in the direction of the second position; It is possible to perform a plurality of unit motions that are smaller than the amount of movement from the first position to the second position (for example, the processing of step 054AKS079 can be performed),
The production control means is
Based on the fact that the detection means detects the action of the player during the effective detection period of the specific effect, the unit motion information for causing the movable body to perform the unit motion is transmitted to the movable body control means (for example, in step 054AKS051). process),
When the movable body has not reached the result position when the detection effective period in the specific effect has passed, a difference amount corresponding to the difference between the result position and the amount of motion performed by the unit motion. to the movable body control means (for example, executing the processing of step 054AKS054);
It is characterized by

According to such a configuration, it is possible to perform motion control according to the position of the movable body, and it is possible to suitably perform motion control of the movable body.

(2) In the gaming machine described in (1) above,
The effect control means moves the movable body from a predetermined position to a predetermined direction when the detection means detects the action of the player during the effective detection period after the movable body reaches the result position in the specific effect. Sending information to the movable body control means for performing the operation to return to the predetermined position after operating (for example, executing the processing of step 054AKS046),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to suggest that the movable body should move by the backlash motion, thereby improving the amusement of the game.

(3) The gaming machine according to (1) or (2) above,
further comprising a light emitting means (for example, a movable lamp, etc.),
When the detecting means detects the action of the player during the effective detection period after the movable body reaches the result position in the specific effect, the motion of the player is performed in the same manner as when the movable body is moved by the unit motion. Illuminating the light emitting means (e.g., causing the movable body lamp to emit light in the same manner as during single operation even during backlash movement),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to suggest that the movable body should move by the backlash motion, thereby improving the amusement of the game.

(4) The gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (3) above,
The detection means invalidates the detection of the player's motion during the motion of the movable body (for example, if Yes is determined in step 054AKS042, the first movable body motion control processing is terminated, etc.);
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the control from becoming complicated.

(5) The gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (4) above,
When the movable body reaches the specific result position during the effective detection period, the specific effect is terminated (for example, if the operating position is the advanced position, if No is determined in step 054AKS049, the first movable body end the motion control process, etc.),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, the player can easily recognize that the robot has moved to the advanced position.

(6) The gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (5) above,
The effect control means can transmit first information for moving the movable body from the first position to the second position (for example, executing the processing of step 054AKS046),
The movable body control means is
Based on the first information, control is performed to accelerate the movable body so as to reach a first speed and move the movable body in the direction of the second position (for example, as shown in FIG. 11-21(A), In the case of normal operation, it is accelerated to the first speed and operated, etc.),
Based on the unit motion information, the movable body is caused to move by the unit motion amount in the direction of the second position at a second speed slower than the first speed (for example, as shown in FIG. 11-21(B), In the case of single operation, operate at a second speed that is slower than the first speed, etc.),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, when the movable body is finely moved, the control load is suppressed by operating the movable body without accelerating it, and the step-out of the drive motor is prevented. can be reduced.

(7) The gaming machine according to (6) above,
After accelerating to the first speed based on the first information, the movable body control means decelerates before reaching the second position (for example, as shown in FIG. 11-21(A), When the first movable body 054AK001 is normally operated, after accelerating to the first speed, the operating speed of the first movable body 054AK001 is decelerated before reaching the advanced position, etc.),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to reduce the load at the time of stopping at the advanced position, and prevent the player from feeling a sense of discomfort due to the recoil and preventing the movable body from malfunctioning.

(8) The gaming machine according to (6) or (7) above,
The effect control means transmits the unit action information a plurality of times based on the fact that the detection means detects the action of the player a plurality of times, and the unit action is performed after the movable body reaches the second position. Do not transmit information (for example, if the operating position is the advancing position, if the advancing position is reached within the detection valid period, do not send a single operation command, etc.),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, useless control is suppressed, so that it is possible to prevent irregular operations from being performed.

(9) In the gaming machine according to any one of (6) to (8) above,
When moving the movable body from a position other than the first position to the first position, the movable body is accelerated to the first speed and moved (for example, even when the first movable body 054AK001 is normally operated, it is operated alone. Also, when the first movable body 054AK001 is retracted to the initial position, it is accelerated to the first speed and moved to the initial position, etc.),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, the movable body can be smoothly retracted to the initial position.

(Description of means related to characteristic part 056AK)
The feature 054AK includes the following feature 056AK.
(1) The game machine according to the characteristic part 056AK is
A gaming machine capable of playing games (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1, etc.),
a first position, a first movable body (eg, first movable body 054AK001, etc.) capable of moving to a second position different from the first position;
a third position, a second movable body (for example, a second movable body 054AK003, etc.) capable of moving to a fourth position different from the third position;
Movable body control means for controlling the motion of the first movable body and the second movable body (for example, a performance control CPU 120 for executing motion processing, etc.);
Effect control means capable of transmitting information for operating the first movable body or the second movable body to the movable body control means according to the result of the effect (for example, the first movable body motion control process of step 054AKS032 2 for effect control CPU 120 etc.) for executing movable body operation control processing,
The movable body control means performs motion control of the first movable body and the second movable body based on the information transmitted from the effect control means (for example, in accordance with the command in the motion processing in FIGS. 11 to 13) to perform an action),
The second movable body is not at the third position when the first movable body moves to the second position, and the first movable body is not at the third position when the second movable body moves to the fourth position. The first movable body and the second movable body may interfere with each other (for example, the first movable body 054AK001 and the second movable body 054AK003 may interfere with each other),
The production control means is
first information (for example, a first normal operation command, etc.) for moving the first movable body from the first position to the second position;
second information (for example, a second normal operation command, etc.) for moving the second movable body from the third position to the fourth position;
third information (for example, a first retraction operation command) for moving the first movable body from a position different from the first position to the first position;
fourth information (e.g., a second shunting operation command, etc.) for moving the second movable body from a position different from the third position to the third position;
can be transmitted to the movable body control means (for example, executing the first movable body motion control process or the second movable body motion control process),
If the first movable body is not at the first position when the second movable body is moved from the third position to the fourth position, the second information is transmitted after the third information is transmitted ( In the processing of step 054AKS067, the motion processing is executed together with the first evacuation motion command, the first movable body 054AK001 is returned to the initial position, and then the processing of step 054AKS065 is executed, etc.),
If the second movable body is not at the third position when the first movable body is moved from the first position to the second position, the first information is not transmitted (for example, at step 054AKS041, the first movable body When moving the body 054AK001, if it is determined that the second movable body 054AK003 is not positioned at the initial position, the first movable body motion control processing is terminated, etc.),
It is characterized by

According to such a configuration, it is possible to reliably operate a movable body having a high priority, and to appropriately control the operation of the movable body.

(2) In the gaming machine described in (1) above,
Controllable to an advantageous state for the player (for example, controllable to a jackpot game state, etc.),
When the second movable body operates, the ratio of being controlled to the advantageous state is higher than when the first movable body operates (the second movable body 054AK003 is a specific effect of the pattern 1 effect pattern is executed, and the production pattern of the pattern 1 is a production pattern for confirming a big hit, etc.),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to give a higher priority to the movable body that operates when the advantage is high, and visually recognize that the advantage is high.

(3) In the gaming machine described in (1) or (2) above,
The time taken for the second movable body to move from the third position to the fourth position is longer than the time taken for the first movable body to move from the first position to the second position (for example, FIG. As shown in 11-14(A), the operation period from the initial position to the advanced position (period of advance of the first movable body and advance of the second movable body shown in the drawing) is longer than that of the first movable body 054AK001. 054AK003 is longer, etc.),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, even if the first movable body is moved to the initial position and then the second movable body is activated, the second movable body can be preferably activated without interfering with the presentation period. .

(4) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (3) above,
After moving from the third position to the fourth position, the second movable body waits at the fourth position. longer than the time to return to the position (for example, as shown in FIG. 11-14(A), the standby period of the second movable body 054AK003 is longer than the time to retract the first movable body 054AK001 from the advanced position to the initial position Such),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, even if the first movable body is moved to the initial position and then the second movable body is activated, the second movable body can be preferably activated without interfering with the presentation period. .

(5) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (4) above,
The first movable body has a higher frequency of operation than the second movable body (for example, the frequency of operation of the first movable body 054AK001 is higher than that of the second movable body 054AK003),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to give a special feeling by operating the movable body with a low operating frequency with a high priority.

(6) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (5) above,
further comprising detection means (for example, push sensor 35B, etc.) capable of detecting the action of the player during the effective detection period;
The effect control means moves the first movable body from the first position to the second position in the direction of the second position based on the fact that the detection means detects the action of the player during the effective detection period. unit motion information for performing a motion of a unit motion amount smaller than the movement amount of can be transmitted to the movable body control means (for example, the processing of step 054AKS046 is executed, etc.);
The movable body control means is
Based on the first information, control is performed to accelerate the first movable body to reach a first speed and move the first movable body in the direction of the second position (for example, in FIG. 11-21 (A) As shown, in the case of normal operation, it is accelerated to the first speed and operated, etc.),
Based on the second information, the first movable body is caused to move the unit movement amount in the direction of the second position at a second speed slower than the first speed (for example, as shown in FIG. 11-21(B)). In addition, in the case of single operation, operate at a second speed that is slower than the first speed, etc.),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, when the movable body is finely moved, the control load is suppressed by operating the movable body without accelerating it, and the step-out of the drive motor is prevented. can be reduced.

(7) In the gaming machine described in (6) above,
After accelerating to the first speed based on the first information, the movable body control means decelerates before reaching the second position (for example, as shown in FIG. 11-21(A), When the first movable body 054AK001 is normally operated, after accelerating to the first speed, the operating speed of the first movable body 054AK001 is decelerated before reaching the advanced position, etc.),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to reduce the load at the time of stopping at the advanced position, and prevent the player from feeling a sense of discomfort due to the recoil and preventing the movable body from malfunctioning.

(8) In the gaming machine described in (6) or (7) above,
The effect control means transmits the unit motion information a plurality of times based on the fact that the detection means detects the motion of the player a plurality of times, and after the first movable body reaches the second position, the Do not transmit unit motion information (for example, if the motion position is the advanced position, do not transmit a single motion command if the advanced position is reached within the effective detection period, etc.),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, useless control is suppressed, so that it is possible to prevent irregular operations from being performed.

(9) In the gaming machine according to any one of (6) to (8) above,
When moving the movable body from a position other than the first position to the first position, the movable body is accelerated to the first speed and moved (for example, even when the first movable body 054AK001 is normally operated, it is operated alone. Also, when the first movable body 054AK001 is retracted to the initial position, it is accelerated to the first speed and moved to the initial position, etc.),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, the movable body can be smoothly retracted to the initial position.

(Regarding the relationship with other characteristic parts, etc.)
In the game machine according to the characteristic part 054AK, when the first movable body 054AK001 is rattling, the specific image is displayed as in the game machine according to the characteristic part 109SG, and the specific image is gradually enlarged and displayed, and the specific image is displayed. When the image is gradually enlarged and displayed, an effect image for the specific image may be displayed. In addition, as effects different from the specific effect in the gaming machine related to the characteristic part 054AK, the movable body motion suggesting effect A, the movable body motion suggesting effect B, the movable body motion effect A, and the movable body motion effect B in the characteristic part 109SG are executed. It may be possible.

In addition, in the pachinko game machine 1, each characteristic portion, and the modified example described in the basic explanation, regarding the transition to the time saving state (high base state), the special variable winning ball device 7 is always activated. Although the mode of transitioning through the states is exemplified, the present invention is not limited to this, and in all the pachinko gaming machines 1 described in the basic description, each characteristic part, and the modification, for example , When a time-saving design is derived and displayed as a special design, it may be shifted to a time-saving state (high base state) without operating the special variable winning ball device 7 .

In addition, as the above-described time-saving symbols, these time-saving symbols may be used as part of the winning symbols or may be used as part of the small winning symbols.

In addition, when performing the lottery processing related to the derivation display of the time saving pattern, the lottery may be executed using a special random number for the time saving pattern lottery in these lottery processing, or the lottery random number of the lost pattern and the big hit pattern The lottery may be performed using random numbers for other lotteries such as lottery random numbers for small winning symbols, random numbers for judging big win lottery, and lottery random numbers for falling lottery.

Further, these time-saving patterns may be a plurality of types of patterns, and may be used together with a combination of patterns displayed as other patterns, such as a small winning pattern or a losing pattern. In addition, in this case, whether or not to transition to the time saving state may be determined by a small winning symbol used in combination. However, when the time-saving pattern is won, the lottery for the presence or absence of transition to the time-saving state is not performed by lottery, and the number of times of time-saving is not drawn.

In addition, in the case of performing the lottery of the time-saving design, if the setting value can be changed, the lottery probability of the time-saving design does not change according to the setting value, that is, the lottery probability of the time-saving design in all the setting values are the same, but the lottery probabilities of these time-saving symbols may be different probabilities between the first special symbol and the second special symbol.

Also, regarding the timing of random number acquisition when drawing time-saving symbols, even when using a dedicated random number or when using another random number, the start opening (first start winning opening, 2nd starting prize opening) is acceptable.

In addition, regarding the winning of the time-saving design lottery, when using a special random number (time-saving lottery random number), the lottery result by the dedicated random number (time-saving lottery random number) is used as the winning value, and the lottery of the time-saving design is a small hit design. When a random number is used, a specific small hit pattern random number is used as the winning value, and when the random number for the falling lottery judgment value is used for the lottery of the time saving pattern, the random number for the falling lottery judgment value can be used as the winning value. For example, a time-saving area may be provided inside the special variable winning ball device 7, and the time-saving design may be won when the game ball passes through the time-saving area.

In addition, when the lottery of the time saving pattern is performed using a structure, when the small hit pattern uses the time saving pattern in combination, the variable display number of the time saving state (the number of time saving) does not change depending on whether the time saving area passes to

In addition, regarding the winning in the case of lottery of time-saving patterns, if random numbers are used for the lottery of time-saving patterns, a specific random number will be used as the winning value, and if random numbers are used for the lottery of time-saving patterns, it will be specified. A jackpot pattern random number value can be used as a winning value. However, if these random numbers are used as winning values, performances other than the big hit probability differ depending on the setting, so it is possible only if the setting value cannot be changed.

Further, the judgment timing of the lottery result of the time saving pattern may be executed at the timing after the big hit judgment. In addition, the time-saving pattern lottery is executed only in the low-probability low-base state, without executing it in the time-saving state (high base) or high probability, regardless of which random value is used for the lottery. . However, when the time-saving pattern is derived and displayed in the state of the time-saving state, even if the number of times of time-saving is reset or the lottery is not performed, it may be determined for each game machine.

In addition, as for the number of times of time saving when the time saving pattern is derived and displayed, it is possible to have a plurality of predetermined times of time saving according to the winning value (symbol) and each game state. Moreover, it is also possible to make the condition for providing time saving different for each time saving pattern.

Moreover, when the number of times of shortening of working hours differs according to the shortening of working hours pattern, it is possible to change the sorting lottery of the shortening of working hours pattern between the special figure 1 and the special figure 2.例文帳に追加

Further, even when the same time saving pattern is derived and displayed, the number of times of time saving given may differ according to the game state at that time. However, it is required that it is predetermined for the game state.

In addition, the lottery result of "zero number of times of time saving" can be included as the lottery result of the time saving pattern in the low-probability low base state.

Also, a derivation lottery for time saving end patterns (time saving end lottery) may be executed, and the number of times of time saving may be the number of times until the time saving end patterns are derived and displayed after the start of time saving or until the big win patterns are derived and displayed. In other words, without setting the number of times of time saving, in principle, it may be unlimited.

In addition, the number of times of time saving and the provision conditions may be different between the time saving state controlled by the time saving pattern and the time saving state controlled by the occurrence of the big hit.
Further, when the time saving pattern is derived and displayed, the timing to be controlled to the time saving state is the time when the pattern fixing time of the time saving pattern has passed. However, when a small winning pattern random number is used for the lottery for the time saving pattern, and when the small winning is won and shifts to the time saving state, the timing of controlling to the time saving state is the end of the small winning operation.

In addition, in the case of lottery using structures, the timing of control to the time saving state is the timing of the end of the operation of the structure in the game state (for example, small win state) in which the structure is operated.
In addition, in the case of a game machine controlled to a high probability low base state over a predetermined variable display number after a big hit (so-called specified number of times probability variable machine (ST machine)), a high probability low base state at the opening of the game hall , and after the high-probability low-base state is executed a specified number of times of variable display and ends, control may be performed to the time-saving state.

In addition, when the time saving pattern is derived and displayed when the time saving limiter function is installed, the number of times of the time saving limiter is updated. Also, the design fixing time of the time saving pattern may be different from the design fixing time of the other patterns.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1... Pachinko game machine 11... Main board 12... Effect control board

Claims (1)

A gaming machine capable of playing games,
detection means capable of detecting a player's motion during the detection valid period;
a movable body operable to a first position and at least a second position different from the first position;
movable body control means for controlling the movement of the movable body;
an effect control means capable of executing a specific effect, and capable of transmitting information for operating the movable body to the movable body control means according to the effect result of the specific effect,
The movable body control means performs motion control of the movable body based on the information transmitted from the effect control means,
According to the effect result of the specific effect, the movement to a plurality of result positions including a third position between the first position and the second position and a fourth position different from the third position in the specific effect move your body,
based on the fact that the detection means detects the action of the player during the effective detection period before moving the movable body to the result position in the specific performance, the movable body is moved toward the second position in the direction of the second position; a unit motion that causes the motion of a unit motion amount smaller than the movement amount from the first position to the second position can be executed a plurality of times;
The production control means is
transmitting unit motion information for causing the movable body to perform the unit motion to the movable body control means based on the fact that the detection means has detected the motion of the player during the effective detection period in the specific effect;
When the movable body has not reached the result position when the detection effective period in the specific effect has passed, a difference amount corresponding to the difference between the result position and the amount of motion performed by the unit motion. to the movable body control means, differential motion information for causing the motion of
When the movable body has not reached the result position when the detection valid period in the specific effect has passed, and a predetermined condition is satisfied, the difference motion information is not transmitted to the movable body control means. ,
further comprising light emitting means;
When the detecting means detects the action of the player during the effective detection period after the movable body reaches the result position in the specific effect, the motion of the player is performed in the same manner as when the movable body is moved by the unit motion. causing the light emitting means to emit light;
A gaming machine characterized by:

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