JP7324797B2 - game machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to gaming machines.

A game machine, for example, a pinball game machine, is triggered by winning a prize in a starting slot, performs a winning lottery for a big win advantageous to the player, executes a symbol variation display game accompanied by a special symbol variation display operation, and displays an image. The game is designed to enjoy the game by executing a dramatic pattern variation display game and generating various advance notice effects reflecting the results of the winning lottery (for example, Patent Document 1 below).

JP 2013-22220

In recent years, due to legal revisions, etc., stricter restrictions are being imposed on ball output performance and the like of this type of gaming machine in order to make the gambling aspect of the game moderate. For example, according to the recent revision of Article 8 of the Enforcement Regulations of the Amusement Business Improvement Law, in the so-called "short-term test", when a game ball is tested for one hour for each setting, the number of game balls to be acquired is The total number must exceed 1/3 of the total number of game balls fired and less than 2.2 times. Complying with this revised law can significantly reduce the speed of ball delivery compared to before the rule revision. However, one of the attractions of gaming machines is the feeling of winning a large number of balls in a short time, and it is difficult to completely abandon this attraction.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION Accordingly, it is an object of the present invention to provide a gaming machine that is more conformable to legal requirements and that can prevent the feel of winning balls from decreasing.

The above objects of the present invention are achieved by the following means.
(1) a lottery means for executing a lottery for winning;
a pattern display means capable of executing a variable display operation of patterns;
a winning game control means for executing and controlling a winning game by controlling the opening and closing of a large winning opening in a predetermined operation pattern when a winning is won by the lottery means;
a directing means capable of executing a directing;
A production control means for executing and controlling the production by the production means,
The game machine is configured such that the winning game can be executed when a specific pattern display mode is stopped and displayed on the pattern display means, and the game area can be divided into a first flow path and a second flow path. hand,
The directing means includes:
a movable body means capable of executing an action rendering that moves from the origin position to the rendering position ;
an image display means capable of executing an image display effect;
a light emitting means capable of performing light production ;
The production control means is
When the lottery result by the lottery means is the winning, and when the movable body means moves to the effect position, the winning is definitely notified by using the image display means and/or the light emitting means. It is possible to execute the first winning effect to
After execution of the first winning effect, the image display means can execute a second winning effect including a specific display of the first pattern suggesting the specific pattern display mode,
During execution of the second winning effect, a second pattern different from the first pattern is displayed in a variable display mode,
The winning game includes a start interval period and a large winning opening opening/closing period in which the opening and closing of the large winning opening is controlled in a predetermined operation pattern after the start interval period has passed,
The effect period related to the start interval period includes at least a first effect period after the specific symbol display mode is stopped and displayed, and a second effect period after the first effect period has passed,
The effect control means is configured not to execute a notification effect regarding the start of the big winning opening opening/closing period during the first effect period, but to execute the notification effect upon arrival of the second effect period. cage,
It is possible to execute a first shooting guidance display for notifying that the game ball should be shot to the second flow path side during the winning game and a second shooting guidance display different from the first shooting guidance display as the notification effect. configured,
During the first rendering period, the first firing guidance display is executed without executing the second firing guidance display, and during the second rendering period, the first firing guidance display and the second firing guidance display are executed. is configured to
A specific notification by a sound effect is not executed at the timing of executing the first firing guidance display during the first performance period, and the sound performance is executed at the timing of executing the second firing guidance display during the second performance period. carry out specific notifications,
A gaming machine characterized by

According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of improving compliance with legal requirements and preventing a drop in feeling of winning balls.

It is a front view showing the appearance of the game machine. It is a figure which shows the structure of a game board and an effect button. It is a block diagram which shows a control apparatus. It is a figure where it uses for description of winning classification. FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the screen display of the liquid crystal display device; It is a figure which shows the winning classification which concerns on the specific example 1 of 1st Embodiment, each interval time of a big-hit game period, and the relationship of the advantage of each big-hit. It is a diagram showing the details of the jackpot game period related to the 5R time-saving A jackpot on the special symbol 1 side. It is a diagram showing the details of the jackpot game period related to the 5R probability variable jackpot on the special symbol 1 side. It is a diagram showing the details of the jackpot game period related to the 5R time-saving A jackpot on the special symbol 2 side. It is a diagram showing a jackpot game period (at the time of normal state election) related to the 10R probability variable jackpot on the special symbol 2 side. It is a diagram showing a jackpot game period (at the time of short-time state election) related to the 10R probability variable jackpot on the special symbol 2 side. It is a diagram showing a jackpot game period (at the time of winning the probability variation state) related to the 10R probability variation jackpot on the special symbol 2 side. When comparing each interval time for each big hit (5R time-saving A big hit on special design 1 side, 5R variable time big hit on special design 1 side, 5R time-saving A big hit on special design 2 side, 10R time-saving big hit on special design 2 side) is part of the table of prolongation rates for When comparing each interval time for each big hit (5R time-saving A big hit on special design 1 side, 5R variable time big hit on special design 1 side, 5R time-saving A big hit on special design 2 side, 10R time-saving big hit on special design 2 side) is part of the table of prolongation rates for When comparing each interval time for each big hit (5R time-saving A big hit on special design 1 side, 5R variable time big hit on special design 1 side, 5R time-saving A big hit on special design 2 side, 10R time-saving big hit on special design 2 side) is part of the table of prolongation rates for When comparing each interval time for each big hit (5R time-saving A big hit on special design 1 side, 5R variable time big hit on special design 1 side, 5R time-saving A big hit on special design 2 side, 10R time-saving big hit on special design 2 side) is part of the table of prolongation rates for It is a figure which shows the questionnaire survey result about the production|presentation in end interval time. It is a diagram showing each interval time of the winning type and the jackpot game period according to the specific example 2 of the same embodiment. It is a diagram showing each interval time of the winning type and the jackpot game period according to the specific example 3 of the same embodiment. FIG. 12 is a diagram showing a pattern of consecutive residences due to variable probability big hits according to Specific Example 3 of the same embodiment; It is a diagram showing each interval time of the winning type and the jackpot game period according to the specific example 4 of the same embodiment. FIG. 13 is a diagram showing a pattern of consecutive residences by probability variable jackpots according to specific example 4; It is a diagram showing an example of the variable time at the time of probability variable jackpot winning according to specific example 4. FIG. FIG. 13 is a diagram showing a model case of total elapsed time in the case of taking into consideration variable time for a consecutive game pattern based on probability variable jackpots according to specific example 4; It is a figure which shows the comparative example 1 based on 1st Example of 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the specific example 1 based on 1st Example of the same embodiment. It is a figure which shows the specific example 2 which concerns on 1st Example of the same embodiment. It is a figure which shows the specific example 3 based on 1st Example of the same embodiment. It is a figure which shows the specific example 4 based on 1st Example of the same embodiment. It is a figure which shows the comparative example 2 based on 2nd Example of the same embodiment. It is a figure which shows the specific example 5 based on 2nd Example of the same embodiment. It is a figure which shows the specific example 6 based on 2nd Example of the same embodiment. It is a figure which shows the specific example 7 based on 2nd Example of the same embodiment. It is a figure which shows the specific example 8 based on 2nd Example of the same embodiment. It is a figure which shows the comparative example 3 based on 3rd Example of the same embodiment. It is a figure which shows the specific example 9 based on 3rd Example of the same embodiment. It is a figure which shows the specific example 10 based on 3rd Example of the same embodiment. It is a figure which shows the specific example 11 based on 3rd Example of the same embodiment. It is a figure which shows the comparative example 4 based on 4th Example of the same embodiment. It is a figure which shows the specific example 12 based on 4th Example of the same embodiment. It is a figure which shows the specific example 13 based on 4th Example of the same embodiment. It is a figure which shows the specific example 14 based on 4th Example of the same embodiment.

Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the gaming machine according to the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. In the embodiments described below, a pachinko game machine will be described as an example of the game machine according to the present invention.

[First embodiment]
<1. Overview of Configuration: Figures 1 and 2>
An overview of the configuration of a pachinko gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 and 2. FIG. FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the front side showing the appearance of a pachinko game machine according to one embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 2 is a view showing the front side of a game board.

A pachinko game machine 1 (hereinafter abbreviated as "game machine 1") shown in FIG. A game board 3 (see FIG. 2) is mounted in a board storage frame (not shown), and a game area 3a formed on the surface of the game board 3 faces the opening of the front frame 2. As shown in FIG. A glass door 6 supporting transparent glass is provided on the front side of the game area 3a. Also, on the back side of the game board 3, various control boards (see FIG. 3) for controlling game operations are arranged.

A key cylinder (not shown) for unlocking the door is provided on the front side of the glass door 6. By inserting a key into this key cylinder and operating it to one side, the locked state of the glass door 6 with respect to the front frame 2 is released. , to release the locked state of the front frame 2 with respect to the outer frame 4 and open to the front side.

Under the glass door 6, a front operation panel 7 is pivotally supported on the front frame 2 by a hinge (not shown) so that it can be opened and closed. An upper tray unit 8 is provided on the front operation panel 7, and the upper tray unit 8 is formed with an upper tray 9 for storing discharged game balls.

The upper tray unit 8 also has a ball ejection button 14 for ejecting the game balls stored in the upper tray 9 to the lower side of the gaming machine 1, and a game ball lending device (not shown) on the island facility side. A ball lending button 11 for requesting the putting out of the balls and a card return button 12 for requesting the return of the value medium inserted in the game ball lending device are provided.

The upper tray unit 8 is composed of a push-button effect button 13, an upward pointing button 75a, a rightward pointing button 75b, a downward pointing button 75c, and a leftward pointing button 75d. A cross-shaped directional key 75 (second operating means) that can be operated in any direction is provided. The effect button 13 or the direction key 75 functions as an operation means that can be operated by the player, and has a predetermined operation valid acceptance period (button valid period) in a specific advance notice effect (for example, so-called "player participation type effect"). During this validity period, if a predetermined operation (for example, single press, long press, repeated hits, etc.) is performed, the effect can be changed before and after the operation. It's like The effect button 13 is provided with a built-in lamp (button LED 13b) inside thereof, and depending on the difference in the light emission mode of the button LED 13b, the effective period of operation reception (for example, lighting or flashing in a predetermined color) and the operation A reception invalid period (for example, while lights are off) can be notified.

A firing operation handle 15 for operating a firing device 32 (see FIG. 3) is provided on the right end side of the front operation panel 7 . This shooting device 32 employs one capable of shooting game balls at a rate of about 100 shots per minute.

Speakers 46 are provided on both sides of the upper part of the front frame 2 and on the upper side of the shooting operation handle 15 to produce a sound effect (sound effect). Also, at suitable places of the game machine, for example, in the peripheral direction of the front frame of the glass door 6 or inside the center decoration body 48, which will be described later, there are decorative lamps 45 (directive LEDs) that exhibit light effects by light decoration. Multiple are provided.

(Game board: Figure 2)
Next, referring to FIG. 2, the configuration of the game board 3 will be described. As shown in the figure, on the game board 3, a ball guide rail 5 for guiding the shot game ball is mounted in an annular shape as a board surface partitioning member. The game area 3a and the four corners are non-game areas.

A liquid crystal display (LCD) 36 is provided in a substantially central portion of the game area 3a. The liquid crystal display device 36 independently displays a plurality of types of decorative patterns (for example, the left pattern) by numbers, characters, symbols, etc. in a predetermined display area (design variable display area) under the control of the effect control unit 24, which will be described later. , middle pattern, and right pattern (see FIG. 5)).

In the game area 3a, a center decorative body 48 is provided so as to surround the display surface of the liquid crystal display device 36 in a long way. The center decoration 48 is provided along the front side of the game board 3, and forms a front mounting plate 48a fixed to the game board 3 and the outer periphery of the center decoration 48 to surround the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 36. It is integrally provided with an armor frame 48b to protect the display surface of the liquid crystal display device 36 from surrounding game balls, and distributes the flow path of the game ball to the left and right depending on the strength of the game ball's launch or stroke length. It works as a channel distribution means that makes it possible. In this embodiment, a play area through which a game ball can pass is formed between the upper surface of the center ornament 48 and the ball guide rail 5, and a game ball hit by the launcher 32 into the upper part of the game area 3a is formed. is distributed to the left and right on the upper side of the armor frame portion 48b, and flows down either the left flow path 3b on the left side of the center ornament 48 or the right flow path 3c on the right side.

In addition, the non-game area near the upper right edge (upper right corner) of the game board 3 serves as various function display portions, and the 7-segment display (with dots) is placed on the upper starting port 34 (for the first special symbol) and the lower A special symbol display device 38a (first special symbol display device: first special symbol display means) and a special symbol display device 38b ( A second special symbol display device (second special symbol display means) is provided. In the special symbol display devices 38a and 38b, a 'special symbol variable display game' is executed by a variable display operation (variable display and stop display) of a "special symbol" represented by 7 segments. The above liquid crystal display device 36 temporally synchronizes with the variable display of the special symbols by the special symbol display devices 38a and 38b, and variably displays the decorative symbols by images, thus providing various advance notice effects (effect images). Along with this, the 'decorative pattern variation display game' is executed. Details of the special symbol variation display game and the decorative symbol variation display game will be described later.

In addition, in the various function display units, next to the special symbol display devices 38a and 38b, a composite display device (holding composite display LED display device) 38c consisting of a 7-segment display device (with dots) is arranged. Composite is called special pattern 1, special pattern 2, display of each operation holding ball number of normal pattern, state notification during variable time reduction function operation (during short time) and during high probability state (during high probability) , is a holding/time-saving/high-accuracy composite display device (hereinafter referred to as a “composite display device”) having five display functions.

Further, the various function display units are provided with a normal symbol display device 39a (normal symbol display means) in which a plurality of (two in this embodiment) LEDs are arranged next to the composite display device 38c. In the normal symbol display device 39a according to the present embodiment, the normal symbol variation display game is executed by the variation display operation of the normal symbols represented by the two LEDs. For example, as a variable display operation, the normal symbols by the LED alternately turn on and off like a seesaw, and by stopping with one side lit up, the propriety of the normal symbol variable display game can be determined. there is

A right-handed display device 39b is provided adjacent to the normal symbol display device 39a. This right-handed display device 39b uses a combination of lit/unlit states of the LEDs to indicate whether or not "right-handed" is advantageous in aiming for the game ball to pass through the right-handed flow path 3c. It informs whether "left-handed" aiming to pass through is advantageous. For example, if the light emitting state of the LED is lit, it is notified that right-handed shots are advantageous, and if it is unlit, it is notified that left-handed shots are advantageous.

In addition, a round number display device 39c is provided adjacent to the right-handed display device 39b, in which two LEDs (round display LEDs) are arranged. The number-of-rounds display device 39c notifies the specified number of rounds (maximum number of rounds) related to the big hit by combining the ON/OFF states of a plurality of LEDs.

Below the center ornament 48, there are an upper starting port 34 (first special symbol starting port: first starting means) and a lower starting port 35 (second special symbol starting port: second starting means). A normal variable winning device 41 is provided above and below, and detection sensors 34a and 35a (upper start sensor 34a, lower start sensor 35a: see FIG. 3) for detecting the passage of game balls are formed inside each. It is

The upper starting port 34, which is the first special symbol starting port, is the first special symbol (hereinafter, the first special symbol is referred to as "special symbol 1") in the special symbol display device 38a (first special symbol display device). In some cases, it is abbreviated as "Special Figure 1"). It is a winning opening related to the starting condition of the variable display operation, and does not have a 'starting opening opening and closing means' that makes it possible to open or expand the starting opening. It is configured as a prize winning device. In this embodiment, due to the action of the game ball falling direction changing member (for example, game nail (not shown), windmill 44, center decoration 48, etc.) in the game area 3a, the left flow path to the upper start port 34 A game ball that has flowed down the path 3b is configured to easily enter (win a prize), while a game ball that has flowed down the right flow path 3c has a configuration that makes it difficult or impossible to enter.

The normal variable winning device 41 is configured as a "variable winning rate type winning device" capable of varying the winning rate of the game ball at the starting opening by the opening opening/closing means. In this embodiment, a pair of left and right movable wing pieces (movable members) 47 are provided as a starting port opening and closing means, and the lower starting port 35, which is the second special symbol starting port, is provided by opening and closing the movable wing pieces 47. can be opened or expanded.

In addition, the lower starting port 35 of the normal variable winning device 41 is the second special symbol (hereinafter, the second special symbol is referred to as "special symbol 2" in the special symbol display device 38b (second special symbol display device). , depending on the case, abbreviated as "Special Figure 2") is a prize winning opening related to the starting condition of the variable display operation. Then, it is converted into an open state (easy winning state) that facilitates winning and a closed state (difficult winning state) that makes winning more difficult or impossible than in the open state. In this embodiment, when the movable wing piece 47 is inactive, the closed state (non-winning state) is maintained in which the lower starting port 35 cannot be won.

On both sides of the normal variable prize winning device 41, a total of four general prize winning ports 43 are arranged, three on the left side and one on the right side. A mouth sensor 43a (see FIG. 3) is formed.

In addition, on the upper right side of the normal variable winning device 41, that is, on the upper side of the middle part of the right flow path 3c, there is a normal symbol start port 37 (third special symbol start port: A third starting means) is provided. This normal symbol starting port 37 is a prize winning port related to normal symbol fluctuation display operation in the normal symbol display device 39a, and inside thereof, a normal symbol starting port sensor 37a (see FIG. 3) for detecting a passing game ball is provided. is formed. In the present embodiment, the normal symbol starting port 37 is formed only on the right flow path 3c side and is not formed on the left flow path 3b side, but is not limited to this and may be formed on both flow paths. .

In the middle of the route from the normal symbol starting port 37 to the normal variable winning device 41 in the right flow path 3c, there is a special variable winning configured to be able to open or expand the big winning port 50 by a projecting open door 52b. A device 52 (special electric accessory) is provided, and a big winning hole sensor 52a (see FIG. 3) for detecting a game ball entering the big winning hole 50 is formed inside.

A bulging portion (decorative member) 55 bulging out from the surface of the game board 3 is formed around the big winning opening 50, and the upper side 55a of the bulging portion 55 forms a downstream guide portion of the right downstream path 3c. there is When the large winning opening 50 is closed by the open door 52b (large winning opening closed state), the downstream guide portion ( It is adapted to form part of the upper edge 55a). In addition, in the downstream area of the right flow path 3c, in the area above the upper side 55a of the bulging portion 55, more precisely in the game area above the big winning opening 50, a flow path correction plate is provided substantially parallel to the downstream direction of the game ball. 51d is protruded, and functions to attract the falling game balls toward the big winning hole 50.例文帳に追加

The process of entering the game ball into the big winning hole 50 is as follows. A game ball that has passed through the floating area between the upper surface of the center decoration 48 and the ball guide rail 5 is projected from the game board 3 and is on the top surface (upper side) 55a of the bulging portion 55 that functions as a guide for the game ball. flowing down along Then, the game ball contacts the right end of the flow path correction plate 51d protruding from the game board 3 surface, thereby correcting the flowing direction of the game ball to the direction of the big winning hole 50 (downward). At this time, if the large winning opening 50 is covered by the retractable open door 52b (closed state of the large winning opening), the game ball rolls on it, and further in a predetermined arrangement (not shown). By the game nail, it is guided in the direction of the tulip-type normal variable winning device 41 (lower starting port 35). At this time, if the lower starting port 35 is in a winning state (starting port open state), a game ball can enter the lower starting port 35, but the open door 52b is retreating in the game board surface and the big winning port 50 is open (large winning opening open state), the game ball is guided into the large winning opening 50.例文帳に追加

(Composition favorable to right-handed hits under specific conditions)
In the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, when the player aims at the firing position on the side of the special variable winning device 52 (when aiming so that the game ball passes through the right flow path 3c), the normal symbol start opening A game ball is likely to enter 37, but the game ball is difficult or not guided to the upper starting port 34 side. Therefore, in the "large winning opening closed state", unless the movable wing piece 47 of the normal variable winning device 41 operates, it is difficult or impossible to win the respective starting openings 34, 35. However, when the movable wing 47 is in a game state (for example, a time-saving state or a variable probability state) accompanied by a "state with an electric sapo", which will be described later, it operates in an opening/closing pattern that is at least more advantageous than in the normal state. . Therefore, in the case of this state with electric sapo, instead of "left hitting" aiming for the game ball to pass through the left flow path 3b, the game ball aims to pass through the right flow path 3c "Right-handed" is considered advantageous. In other words, which of the "left-handed" or "right-handed" shots will be advantageous for the player changes depending on the game state, and can be changed under the state without an electric sapo (for example, normal ``Left-handed'' is advantageous in the state and latent state), and ``Right-handed'' is advantageous under the state with an electric sapo (for example, time-saving state and variable probability state).

Each winning opening such as the upper starting opening 34, the lower starting opening 35, the normal symbol starting opening 37, the big winning opening 50, or the general winning opening 43 functions as winning means arranged in the game area 3a, and , upper starting opening sensor 34a, lower starting opening sensor 35a, normal symbol starting opening sensor 37a, large winning opening sensor 52a, or general winning opening sensor 43a. It functions as a detection means for detecting spheres. It should be noted that the number, shape, formation position, etc. of each of the above-described prize winning openings (winning means) can be appropriately changed according to the game characteristics. In addition, regarding each prize winning means, it is possible to appropriately change whether the game ball flowing down the left flow path 3b or the right flow path 3c is difficult to win, impossible to win, or possible to win.

When a game ball wins in each winning hole, the number of prize balls per winning ball promised for each winning hole is paid out from a game ball payout device 19 (see FIG. 3). For example, there are 3 upper starting ports 34, 1 lower starting port 35, 0 normal symbol starting ports 37 (no prize balls), 15 big winning ports 50, and 6 general winning ports 43. be The game balls that have not won the winning openings are ejected from the game area 3a through the out opening 49. FIG. Here, "winning" does not mean that the winning opening takes in the game ball inside, or the winning opening consists of a pass-through gate (for example, the normal symbol start opening 37 ), it means that the game ball passes through the gate, and in fact, when the game ball is detected by each winning detection switch formed for each winning hole, the winning hole is "winning". is treated as having occurred. A game ball related to this winning is also called a "winning ball".

<Movable role>
In the game area 3a, a plurality of movable accessories are arranged at positions that do not interfere with the flow of game balls. In this embodiment, a first movable accessory (watch-shaped accessory) 80 is arranged on the upper right side of the center decoration body 48, and a second movable accessory (flower-shaped accessory) is arranged on the diagonally lower right side thereof. object) 90 is arranged. A clock-type accessory 80, which is the first movable accessory, includes a clock panel portion 81 consisting of a number display portion divided into 12 number sectors with Roman numerals "I" to "XII"attached; It has a clock hand 82 consisting of a short hand and a long hand which are rotatably formed on the clock board portion 81, and is configured as a clock-shaped accessory 80 as a whole. The clock face part 81 has a full-color LED on the back side or inside for each sector division place indicated by the hour hand, or the number sector itself is composed of a full-color LED, and the number sectors "I" to "XII" are individually independent. It is configured such that it can emit light in different colors. The flower-shaped accessory 90, which is the second movable accessory, has a corolla composed of a plurality of petals arranged around the flower center, and a calyx is arranged around the outer periphery of the corolla to double the perianth. A flower-shaped accessory 90 has a flower-shaped part 91 (first movable body 91) attached to the tip of an arm 92 (second movable body 92) capable of swinging. The flower-shaped part 91 is configured so that a plurality of petals can rotate around the flower center as a central axis. The flower-shaped accessory 90 is usually stationary at the original position (indicated by the solid line in FIG. 2) defined on the edge of the liquid crystal screen or on the side outside the liquid crystal screen, and when a predetermined operating condition is established, the arm 92 is moved. By tilting, the flower-shaped portion 91 moves together with the arm 92 to a position (indicated by a dashed line in FIG. 2) covering the liquid crystal screen. 2, the flower-shaped portion 91 rotates at the tip of the arm, and the translucent flower center and petals can be illuminated from behind by lamps or full-color LEDs to create a beautiful light color. . When the flower-shaped accessory 90 finishes its action, it returns from the performance position indicated by the dashed line to the original position indicated by the solid line. The flower-shaped portion 91 can perform a plurality of types of motion patterns such as high-speed rotation, low-speed rotation, and reverse rotation as the petal rotation motion. A plurality of motion patterns are possible, such as a quasi-tilting motion that tilts up to the tilting angle, a vibrating motion that rattles the arm, and an inching motion. The clock-shaped accessory 80 (clock hands 82) and the flower-shaped accessory 90 (first movable body 91, second movable body 92) are used for advance notice effects and/or suggested settings to be described later, depending on their operation modes. It is also used when presenting a performance.

<2. Control device: Fig. 3>
Next, with reference to FIG. 3, a control device for controlling game operations of the gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment will be described. FIG. 3 is a control block diagram showing the outline of the control device.

The control device of the game machine 1 according to the present embodiment includes a main control board (main control means) 20 (hereinafter referred to as "main control unit 20") that controls overall game operations (game operation control). Then, an effect control board (effect control means) 24 (hereinafter referred to as “effect control unit 24”) that receives the effect control command from the main control unit 20 and comprehensively controls the execution control (appearance control) of the effect by the effect means ), a payout control board (payout control means) 29 for controlling the payout of prize balls by the game ball payout device 19, and the necessary power supply (including backup power supply) for each board of the game machine from an external power supply. and a power supply board (power supply control means (not shown)) that supplies the power. A liquid crystal display device 36 as an image display device is connected to the effect control section 24 . A power supply route is omitted in FIG.

(2-1. Main control unit 20)
The main control unit 20 is equipped with a microprocessor containing a CPU 201 (main control CPU), and in addition to a control program describing game operation control procedures, a ROM 202 (main control unit) for storing various data necessary for game operation control ROM) and a RAM 203 (main control RAM) functioning as a work area and buffer memory are installed, and the whole constitutes a microcomputer (equivalent to the Z80 system). The main control unit 20 controls lottery means (first lottery means, second lottery means) for executing a jackpot lottery, winning game control means (big win game control means) for executing and controlling a winning game, and each game state. Game state control means, variation pattern determining means for selecting (determining by lottery) one of a plurality of variations based on at least the result of the lottery by the lottery means, and pattern display control for controlling the variable display operation of special symbols. Including means, etc., and controls overall game operation control (game operation control).

Also, although not shown, the main control unit 20 provides the Z80 system with periodic interrupts, a constant cycle pulse output generation function (bit rate generator), and a time measurement function, CTC, and interrupt signals to the CPU. An interrupt controller circuit that enables/disables interrupts such as timer interrupts, a reset circuit that detects when the power is turned on or off, a power failure, etc., and outputs a system reset signal to reset the CPU, and a control program. A watchdog timer (WDT) circuit that monitors operation abnormalities, a designated area travel prohibition (IAT) circuit that monitors whether the program is being executed correctly within a preset address range, a certain range of hardware It also has a counter circuit for generating random numbers. In addition, at least the main control unit (main control board) 20 and the payout control board 29 receive a voltage drop signal from a power supply board (not shown), thereby starting execution of necessary backup processing prior to power shutdown, power supply The game operation before interruption can be resumed after the power is restored (backup function). In this game machine 1, it is possible to hold each memory content of the RAM for at least several days.

The counter circuit includes a random number generating circuit for generating random numbers and a sampling circuit for sampling random numbers from the random number generating circuit at a predetermined timing, and functions as a 16-bit counter as a whole. By sending an instruction to the sampling circuit according to the processing state, the CPU 201 obtains the numerical value indicated by the random number generating circuit as a random number for internal lottery (random number for judging a big hit (magnitude of random number: 65536)). , the random number is used for the jackpot lottery. The internal lottery random number is obtained by adding a soft random number generated by appropriate software processing and a hard random number in order to prevent cheating such as hitting a winning target.

In addition, the main control unit 20 includes an upper starting hole sensor 34a that detects winning to the upper starting hole 34, a lower starting hole sensor 35a that detects winning to the lower starting hole 35, and a game ball to the normal symbol starting hole 37. A normal symbol start opening sensor 37a that detects the passage of the, a large winning opening sensor 52a that detects winning to the big winning opening 50, and a general winning opening sensor 43a that detects winning to the general winning opening 43 are connected, The main control unit 20 can receive detection signals from these. Based on the detection signals from these sensors, the main control unit 20 grasps which winning hole the game ball has won (entered).

The main control unit 20 is also connected to an OUT monitoring switch 49a for detecting game balls discharged from the gaming machine through the out port 49 and each winning port (so-called out balls). A detection signal from 49a can be received. The main control section 20 has counting means for counting the number of out balls based on the detection signal from the OUT monitoring switch 49a. The number of out balls depends on whether or not the game ball is won at the start ports 34 and 35 as long as the player continues to shoot game balls from the shooting device 32, that is, whether or not the symbol variation display game is executed. will continue to increase. Since the shooting performance of the shooting device 32 according to the present embodiment is 100 shots per minute, for example, if the cumulative number of shots out today is 30,000, the gaming machine 1 has been operating for 300 minutes. Information (cumulative number of out-balls (pieces)/shooting performance (100 shots per minute). Therefore, the number of out-balls (cumulative number of out-balls) can be said to be one of game performance information defined by a specific value. This information on the number of out balls is used to calculate a base value (one of game performance information), which will be described later.

Further, the main control unit 20 is connected with a fraud detection sensor (for example, a vibration sensor, a radio wave sensor, a magnetic sensor: not shown) for detecting fraudulent activity on the gaming machine 1. The main control unit 20 is connected to a fraud detection sensor. Based on the detection signal from the game machine, it is possible to monitor fraudulent activities.

The main control unit 20 also includes a normal electric accessory solenoid 41c for controlling the opening and closing of the movable wing piece 47 of the lower start opening 35, and a large winning opening solenoid 52c for controlling the opening and closing of the open door 52b of the large winning opening 50. are connected, and the main control unit 20 can transmit control signals for driving and controlling them.

A special symbol display device 38a and a special symbol display device 38b are connected to the main control unit 20, and the main control unit 20 can transmit a control signal for controlling the display of the special symbols 1 and 2. there is A normal symbol display device 39a is connected to the main control unit 20, and the main control unit 20 is capable of transmitting a control signal for controlling display of normal symbols.

The main control unit 20 is also connected to a compound display device 38c, a right-handed display device 39b, and a round number display device 39c, and the main control unit 20 controls the display of various information displayed on these devices. A signal can be sent.

A frame external terminal board 21 is connected to the main control section 20, and the main control section 20 transmits a signal (outer end signal) containing predetermined game information via the frame external terminal board 21 to the game machine. can be output to the outside of The frame external terminal board 21 is configured to be connectable to a so-called "data counter DT" or "hall computer HC" provided outside the game machine. The end signal is sent to the "hall computer HC". The main control unit 20, as the outer end signal, for example, winning game start information, winning information to the start opening (variation start information of special symbols), number of prize balls information, security information (for example, cheating, RAM clear, It is possible to output one or a plurality of outer end signals including generation information such as setting change. The above-mentioned "hall computer HC" monitors and collects the game information of the game machine based on the outer end signal output from the external terminal board 21 for the frame, and comprehensively monitors the operation status of the game machine installed in the pachinko hall. It is a management computer dedicated to the game store that manages it.

In addition, the main control unit 20 performs a model test (a test related to a game machine model test based on regulations related to gaming machine certification and model test) conducted by the general incorporated foundation Security Communication Association (Hotsukyo). Correspondingly, a model test signal specifying a game operation in real time can be output from the external terminal board 21 for frame. In addition, when installing a game machine that conforms to the model test in a pachinko hall, it is not permitted to change the conforming control program at all.

A payout control board (payout control unit) 29 is connected to the main control unit 20. When the main control unit 20 needs to pay out prize balls, the main control unit 20 issues a control command ( A payout control command that specifies the number of prize balls) can be transmitted.

A game ball payout device (game ball payout means) 19 for putting out game balls is connected to the payout control board 29 . The main roles of this payout control board 29 are to receive payout control commands from the main control unit 20, to control prize ball payout of the game ball payout device 19 based on the payout control commands, and to transmit status signals to the main control unit 20. is.

The game ball payout device 19 is provided with a supply shortage detection sensor 19a for detecting a supply shortage of game balls, a ball counting sensor 19b for detecting game balls (prize balls) to be paid out, and the like. Each detection signal from these sensors can be received. The game ball payout device 19 is provided with a payout motor 19c for driving a ball payout mechanism (not shown) for putting out game balls, and the payout control board 29 drives and controls the payout motor 19c. It is possible to transmit a control signal for

The payout control board 29 also includes a full detection sensor 60 for detecting the storage state of game balls stored in the upper tray 9 (whether or not the upper tray 9 is full), and a front frame 2 and/or front operation panel. A door open sensor 61 for detecting the open state of the panel 7 is connected. The door open sensor 61 according to the present embodiment functions as door open detection means, for example, the ON state (open state detection) when the front frame 2 is opened to the front side with respect to the outer frame 4, and the OFF state when the front frame 2 is closed. It is configured to be in a state (closed state detection).

Based on detection signals from various sensors such as the full detection sensor 60, the door open sensor 61, the supply shortage detection sensor 19a, and the ball counting sensor 19b, the payout control board 29 outputs a "ball clogging signal" indicating a full state, a front A "door open signal" indicating that the frame 2/front operation panel 7 is open, a "replenishment out signal" indicating insufficient supply of game balls from the game ball payout device 19, insufficient payout of prize balls and the number of prize balls. Various status signals, such as a "counting error signal" indicating that an abnormality has occurred, and a "payout completion signal" indicating that the payout operation has been completed, can be sent to the main control unit 20. Based on these state signals, the main control unit 20 determines whether the front frame 2 and the front operation panel 7 are in an open state (door open error) and whether the dispensing operation of the game ball dispensing device 19 is normal ( supply shortage error) and whether or not the upper tray 9 is full (ball clogging error).

A launch control board (launch control unit) 28 is connected to the payout control board 29 , and a launch control signal (launch permission signal ES) can be transmitted to the launch control board 28 . The shooting control board 28 controls energization of a shooting solenoid (not shown) provided in the shooting device 32 based on the shooting control signal, and realizes a game ball shooting operation by operating the shooting operation handle 15. . In addition, the strength of launching the game ball can be changed according to the operation amount of the shooting operation handle 15. - 特許庁

The main control unit 20 also includes a RAM clear switch 98 for initializing a predetermined area of the RAM 203, a setting key switch 94 for switching to a "setting change permitted state" in which setting values can be changed, and a setting key switch 94. In the change permitting state, a setting change switch 95 for changing the setting value, and a setting change completion switch 96 for confirming the setting value selected by the setting change switch 95 (the RAM clear switch 98 may be substituted). are connected, and the main control unit 20 can receive detection signals from these switches. In the case of this embodiment, the RAM clear switch 98, the setting change switch 95, and the setting change completion switch 96 are all push-button type switches that can be operated by the operator, and the setting key switch 94 is a setting key. It is a key switch that can be switched between a setting change permitted state (ON) and a setting change prohibited state (OFF) by inserting it and performing an ON/OFF operation. Note that these switches 98, 94, 95, and 96 are formed at appropriate locations inside the game machine from the viewpoint of preventing fraudulent actions (illegal RAM clearing, unauthorized setting changes, etc.), and unless the front frame 2 is opened, , the ON/OFF operation from the outside of the game machine is impossible.

A setting display 97 (setting display means) for displaying information about setting values is connected to the main control unit 20, and the main control unit 20 can transmit a control signal for controlling the display. . The setting display 97 according to the present embodiment is composed of one 7-segment display, and is placed in an appropriate place inside the gaming machine that is invisible to the player, such as the main control board 20, the payout control board 28, and the launching display. Control board 29, relay board (relay board for relaying connection between various display devices, switches, etc. and control board: not shown), or production control section (production control board (including liquid crystal control board)) 24 etc. is installed. It can be provided at an appropriate place inside the gaming machine.

(About setting value)
The above-mentioned "set value" is a value that changes the payout rate (so-called machine allocation (PAYOUT rate)) step by step. ing. This "set value" defines the lottery probability (winning probability) of at least the jackpot (hit type that will operate the condition device described later) for each stage of setting 1 to 6 (six stages), and the set value The higher the , the higher the lottery probability of the big win (the probability of winning the big win) is set, which is advantageous to the player. For example, at low probability, 1/410 at setting 1, 1/390 at setting 2, 1/370 at setting 3, 1/350 at setting 4, 1/330 at setting 5, 1/320 at setting 6, etc. be. That is, the higher the set value, the easier it is to win a big win (higher machine discount), which is advantageous to the player. In this way, the set value is mainly a value that defines the events that affect the machine split by stage, and means a value for the grade related to the likelihood of occurrence of a specific event such as a big win. Such a "set value" is exclusively determined based on the business strategy of the pachinko hall (game parlor). In addition, when the jackpot lottery probability is in a high probability state (when the special symbol probability variable function described later is activated), the probability rises to a value that does not exceed 10 times, and for each set value, the rate of increase ( ratio) are not different (the rate of increase is uniform). In the above example, if the probability of winning a lottery at low probability is 1 to 6 = 1/410 to 1/320, and the rate of increase is 10 times, the probability of winning a lottery at high probability is set to 1 to 6. = 1/41 to 1/32.

When a plurality of types of jackpots are provided, the winning probability of one or a plurality of types of jackpots can be changed according to the set value. For example, when there are four types of jackpots 1 to 4, the higher the set value is, the higher the winning probability of all jackpots 1 to 4 may be. It may be configured so that only certain jackpots 1 to 3 win probability is increased (in this case, jackpot 4 has a common winning probability for all set values), or only a specific jackpot (for example, jackpot 1 only). ) may be increased (in this case, all set values for jackpots 2 to 4 have a common winning probability). Further, it may be configured such that the higher the set value is, the higher the combined winning probability of the jackpots 1 to 4 is. Also, the winning probability of the small hit type that does not trigger the operation of the condition device may be changed according to the set value, as in the case of the big hit described above.

(Regarding setting value change operation)
In this embodiment, when the power is turned on, if at least the setting key switch 94 and the RAM clear switch 98 are in the ON state, the setting change permission state is set. It is controlled in a setting change prohibition state. When the setting change switch 95 is turned ON in this setting change permitting state, the current display value of the setting display 97 is changed to "1→2→3→4→5→6→1→2→3→...". It is switched and displayed so as to circulate in the range of 1 to 6 as shown. Then, when the desired setting value is displayed, if the setting change completion switch 96 is turned ON (setting confirmation operation), the currently displayed value is confirmed as the current setting value, and the setting value data is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 203 ( set value storage area). Then, when the setting key switch 94 is operated from the current ON state to the OFF state, the setting change permitting state is ended, and thereafter the game is started under the determined set values. The main control unit 20 of the present embodiment includes setting value selection means for selecting one of a plurality of setting values with different degrees of advantage for the player based on the operation of a predetermined operation means; setting value setting means for setting the setting value selected by the setting value selection means;

In addition, the main control unit 20 can transmit various game processing information such as information on the special symbol variation display game and error information to the effect control unit 24 by the effect control command according to the processing state. . However, in order to prevent slanderous actions from the outside, the main control unit 20 only transmits signals to the production control unit 24, and is configured for one-way communication in which signals from the production control unit 24 cannot be received. It's becoming

(About the performance indicator 99)
In addition, the main control unit 20 is connected to a performance display device 99 (information display means) that displays (notifies) information (hereinafter referred to as "performance information") related to the game result for a predetermined period (specific game period), The main control unit 20 can transmit a control signal for controlling the display. The performance indicator 99 of this embodiment consists of a plurality of 7-segment LEDs. , and mounted on the main control board 20, for example, to form a display capable of displaying a four-digit number. Each 7-segment LED also has a decimal point DP (dot) below the 7-segment number. The above "performance information" is mainly used by pachinko parlors and related agencies for confirmation and investigation. It is information for investigating whether the game machine's original ball payout performance (designed ball payout performance) is being properly demonstrated, in other words, "information on game performance". Therefore, the performance information itself is information that is not directly related to the game progress itself when the player enjoys the game, unlike the advance notice effect and the setting suggesting effect, which will be described later. For this reason, the performance indicator 99 is not installed at a location visible to the player, but is mounted at a location within the gaming machine that is easily visible, for example, on the control substrate or on the substrate case that protects it. At least one of the four segments 99 a to 99 d of the performance indicator 99 may also be used as the setting indicator 97 .

In this embodiment, as the "performance information", the total number of payouts (normal payout number) in the normal state (low probability of jackpot lottery probability (normal probability) and no electric sapo described later), and the normal state The total number of out balls (normal out number) is measured in real time, and the value obtained by dividing the normal time out number by the normal time out number multiplied by 100 (normal time out number / normal time out number x 100) calculated base value) is adopted, and this is displayed by the performance indicator 99 in a predetermined manner. The base value is displayed on the performance indicator 99 as a value rounded off to the first decimal place. However, instead of simply measuring permanently and displaying the base value (performance information), when the number of out balls being measured reaches a predetermined number (for example, 60000), the measurement is temporarily terminated. , the base value at the end of the measurement is stored in the RAM 203 as history information (the current base value is stored), and measurement of a new base value is started again. In the case of this embodiment, the above-mentioned "specified number (60000 pieces)", which is the trigger for ending the measurement, is not the number of normal outs, but the cumulative outs measured during all game states (including during winning games). The number of balls (number of outs in all states) is adopted, and this "number of outs in all states" is also measured in real time.

(2-2. Production control unit 24)
The production control unit 24 is equipped with a microprocessor that incorporates a CPU 241 (production control CPU), and includes a ROM 242 (production control ROM) that stores production data required for production control processing, and a RAM 243 that functions as a work area and buffer memory. In addition, a sound control unit (sound source LSI), an RTC function unit (Real Time Clock), a counter circuit for random number production lottery, an interrupt controller circuit, a reset circuit, A WDT circuit or the like is provided to control the entire production operation. In addition, the RTC function unit is a clock IC that ticks the time, and is related to real-time time information such as the current time ("what is the current hour, minute, and second") and/or date (month, day, day of the week). Acts as a clock means to provide calendar information.

The main roles of the production control unit 24 are reception of production control commands from the main control unit 20, selection and determination of production based on the production control commands, image display control of the liquid crystal display device 36 as production means, and sound control of the speaker 46. , light emission control of various performance LEDs (decorative lamp 45, button LED 13b, and other performance LEDs), and operation control of various movable accessories 80 and 90.

The effect control section 24 also includes a display control section (not shown) that controls the display of the liquid crystal display device 36 . This display control unit includes a VDP that controls overall video output processing such as image expansion processing and image drawing, an image ROM that stores image data (effect image data) for which the VDP performs image expansion processing, and a VDP expansion. A VRAM (Video RAM) for temporarily storing the image data obtained, a liquid crystal control CPU for outputting control data necessary for VDP to perform display control, and a program describing the display control operation procedure of the liquid crystal control CPU and its It is mainly composed of a liquid crystal control ROM that stores various data necessary for display control, and a liquid crystal control RAM that functions as a work area and a buffer memory.

In addition, the production control unit 24 includes various production LEDs such as a decorative lamp 45 and button LEDs 13b and 62a in order to produce various productions (light production, sound production, and movable body production using movable accessories). A light display control unit for the light display device 45a, a sound control unit (sound source LSI) for the sound generator 46a including the speaker 46, a drive control unit (motor drive circuit), etc. The production control section 24 can transmit a control signal regarding the production means to these control sections.

A position detection sensor 82a for monitoring the motion of the movable body role is connected to the effect control unit 24, and the effect control unit 24 detects the current motion of the movable body role based on the detection information from the position detection sensor 82a. Its operation is controlled while monitoring the position (for example, the amount of movement from the origin position). Also, based on the detection information from the position detection sensor 82a, the malfunction of the operation is monitored, and if a malfunction occurs, this is notified as a movable body accessory error.

The effect control unit 24 is connected with the effect button switch 13a for detecting the operation of the effect button 13 and the direction key switches 75a' to 75d' for detecting the operation of the direction keys 75 (75a to 75d) to control the effect. The unit 24 can receive an operation detection signal from the effect button 13 or the direction key 75 .

When a performance control command sent from the main control unit 20 is received, the performance control unit 24 determines by lottery or uniquely among a plurality of types of performance patterns prepared in advance based on the information included in the command. Then, various performance means are controlled at necessary timing to produce the desired performance. As a result, display of an effect image by the liquid crystal display device 36 (image display effect), reproduction of sound from the speaker 46 (sound effect), and lighting and blinking of the decoration lamp 45 and other effect LEDs (light effect) are realized. , various production patterns (variable display operation of decorative patterns, advance notice production, pending display, etc.) are developed in time series to realize a "production scenario" in a broad sense. In addition, during a predetermined operation reception effective period, the effect control unit 24, based on the operation detection signal from the effect button switch 13a and the direction key switches 75a' to 75d' It is configured to be able to identify whether such an operation has been performed (for example, press, long press, repeated hits, etc.) (operation identification means), and is configured to be able to control the appearance of an effect according to the operation mode. there is

The effect control command defines the function by a 2-byte structure consisting of a 1-byte length mode (MODE) and a 1-byte length event (EVENT). Bit 7 of ON and EVENT is OFF. When transmitting these information as valid, a strobe signal is output corresponding to each of the mode (MODE) and the event (EVENT). That is, the CPU 201 (main control CPU), when there is a command to be transmitted, sets and outputs mode (MODE) information for transmitting the command to the effect control unit 24, and after a predetermined time has elapsed from this setting, the first time strobe signal. Further, event (EVENT) information is set and output after a predetermined period of time has elapsed from the transmission of this strobe signal, and the second strobe signal is transmitted after a predetermined period of time has elapsed from this setting. The strobe signal is controlled to be in an active state by the CPU 201 for a predetermined period during which the CPU 241 (effect control CPU) can reliably receive commands.

Also, the effect control unit 24 (CPU 241) generates an interrupt based on the input of the strobe signal and executes a control program for command reception interrupt processing, so that the effect control command is acquired in this interrupt processing. It's becoming Further, unlike the CPU 201, when an interrupt occurs based on the input of the strobe signal, the CPU 241 is executing interrupt processing (periodically executed timer interrupt processing) based on another interrupt. Even if there is, the command reception interrupt processing is performed by interrupting the processing concerned, and even if other interrupts occur at the same time, the command reception interrupt processing is preferentially performed.

<3. Outline of operation>
Next, a game operation of the gaming machine 1 using the control device (FIG. 3) will be described.

(3-1. Symbol variation display game)
(3-1-1. Special Symbol Variation Display Game, Decorative Symbol Variation Display Game)
In the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the main control unit 20 performs A "big hit lottery" is held by random number lottery. Based on the lottery result, the main control unit 20 variably displays the special symbols 1 and 2 on the special symbol display devices 38a and 38b to start the special symbol variation display game, and displays the result in the special symbol after a predetermined time elapses. Derivation display is performed on the device, and the special symbol variation display game is ended.

Here, in the present embodiment, the big-hit lottery based on winning the upper starting port 34 and the big-winning lottery based on winning the lower starting port 35 are performed separately and independently. Therefore, the big-hit lottery result for the upper starting port 34 is derived from the special symbol display device 38a side, and the big-hit lottery result for the lower starting port 35 is derived from the special symbol display device 38b side. Specifically, on the side of the special symbol display device 38a, on the condition that the game ball enters the upper starting port 34, the special symbol 1 is variably displayed and the first special symbol variation display game is started. On the other hand, on the side of the special symbol display device 38b, on the condition that the game ball enters the lower starting port 35, the special symbol 2 is variably displayed and the second special symbol variability display game is started. ing. Then, when the special symbol variation display game on the special symbol display device 38a or the special symbol display device 38b is started, after a predetermined variation display time elapses, if the big win lottery result is a "big win", a predetermined "big win". When the result of the jackpot lottery is a ``small win'', the special pattern during variable display is stopped and displayed in a predetermined ``small win'' mode, otherwise in a predetermined ``losing'' mode. The game result (jackpot lottery result) is derived by.

In this specification, for convenience of explanation, the first special symbol variation display game on the side of the special symbol display device 38a will be referred to as "special symbol variation display game 1", and the second game on the side of the special symbol display device 38b will be referred to as "special symbol variation display game 1". This special symbol variation display game is called "special symbol variation display game 2". In addition, unless particularly necessary, "special design 1" and "special design 2" are simply referred to as "special design" (abbreviated as "special design" in some cases), and "special design variation display game 1" and "special design" Variable display game 2" may be referred to as a "special symbol variable display game".

Further, when the above-described special symbol variation display game is started, along with this, the decorative symbol variation display game is started by variably displaying decorative symbols (dramatic game symbols) on the liquid crystal display device 36. Then various productions are developed. When the special pattern variation display game ends, the decoration pattern variation display game also ends, the special pattern display device reflects the predetermined special pattern indicating the jackpot lottery result, and the liquid crystal display device 36 reflects the jackpot lottery result. A decorative pattern is derived and displayed. In other words, the result of the special symbol variation display game is reflected and displayed by the decorative symbol variation display game including the decorative symbol variation display operation.

Therefore, for example, when the result of the special symbol variation display game (the result of the big win lottery) is "big hit", the decorative symbol variation display game develops an effect that reflects the result. Then, in the special symbol display device, when the special symbol is stopped and displayed in a display mode indicating a big hit (for example, the display state of "7" in the 7 segment), "left", "middle", and "right" are displayed on the liquid crystal display device 36. ” in each display area, the decorative pattern reflects the “big hit” (for example, in each of the “left”, “middle” and “right” display areas, the three decorative patterns are “7”, “7”, “ 7” display mode).

When the "big hit" is achieved, specifically, the special symbol variation display game ends, and the decorative symbol variation display game ends accordingly, and as a result, the "big win" symbol mode is derived and displayed. After that, the large winning opening solenoid 52c (see FIG. 3) of the special variable winning device 52 operates and the open door 52b performs opening and closing operation in a predetermined pattern, thereby opening and closing the large winning opening 50, normal state (normal game A special game state (jackpot game) more advantageous to the player than the state) occurs. In this jackpot game, until the opening time of the jackpot by the open door 52b elapses for a predetermined time (maximum opening time: for example, 29.8 seconds), or the number of game balls that win the jackpot (jack 50) (The maximum number of winning balls (maximum number of winning balls) allowed for a winning opening whose entrance is opened or enlarged by one actuation of the accessory: for example, 10) "Round game" such as opening or expanding the winning area until it reaches, and closing the big winning mouth (closing condition is satisfied) when one of these conditions (round game end condition) is met. A predetermined number of rounds (for example, 10 rounds at maximum) are repeated. In addition, the details of the winning types for the big winning lottery will be described later with reference to FIG. 4 and the like.

When the jackpot game starts, an opening performance is first performed using the jackpot start interval time, and after the jackpot start interval time has passed, the round game is performed with a prescribed number of rounds (maximum number of rounds) set in advance as the upper limit. done multiple times. Then, when the prescribed number of rounds is completed, an ending performance is performed using the big winning end interval time, and the big winning game is completed when the big winning ending interval time elapses. That is, the jackpot game is roughly divided into an opening period (jackpot start interval time), a round game period with the maximum number of rounds as the upper limit, and an ending period (jackpot end interval time). Details of the content of the jackpot game will be described later.

Regarding the information necessary for executing the decorative symbol variation display game, first, the main control unit 20, based on the entry (winning) of the game ball into the upper start port 34 or the lower start port 35, specifically , on the condition that the game ball is detected by the upper starting opening sensor 34a or the lower starting opening sensor 35a and the starting condition (starting condition regarding the special symbol) is established, "big hit", "small hit" or "losing". If it is a ``big hit'', the type of the jackpot, if it is a ``small hit'', the type of the small hit, and if it is a ``losing'' A big win lottery including a 'symbol lottery (winning type lottery)' for drawing a lottery for the type of loss (if there is one type of big win, small win or loss, the symbol lottery is omitted because there is no need to conduct the symbol lottery. can be done), and based on the lottery result information, the variation pattern of special symbols and the special symbols (special stop symbols) to be finally stopped and displayed are determined. Then, as an effect control command that specifies the processing state, the effect control unit 24 outputs a "variation pattern specification command" including at least the special symbol variation pattern information (for example, the result of the jackpot lottery, the information on the variation time of the special symbol, etc.). Send to side. As a result, the basic information required for the decorative symbol variation display game is sent to the effect control section 24 . In addition, in this embodiment, in order to increase the variety of effects, a "decorative design designation command" including information on special stop patterns (information on pattern lottery results (information on winning types)) is also transmitted to the effect control unit 24. It's like

The above-mentioned special symbol variation pattern information can include information designating occurrence of a specific advance notice effect (for example, a ready-to-win effect type, a pseudo-continuous effect and its number of times, which will be described later). Specifically, the variation patterns of the special symbols are broadly classified into a "hit variation pattern" in the case of winning and a "loss variation pattern" in the case of loss according to the result of the jackpot lottery, and these variation patterns include, for example, 'Reach variation pattern' that specifies the occurrence of reach production (including designation of N reach 1 to 2, weak SP reach to strong reach type, etc. described later), 'normal variation pattern' that does not specify the occurrence of reach production, pseudo continuous There are multiple types of fluctuation patterns, such as 'pseudo-continuous reach fluctuation pattern' that specifies the occurrence of production and reach production, and 'pseudo-continuous normal fluctuation pattern' that specifies the occurrence of pseudo-continuous production and does not specify the occurrence of reach production. included. In addition, for the reach fluctuation pattern and the pseudo-continuous fluctuation pattern, basically, a longer fluctuation time is set than the fluctuation time of the normal fluctuation pattern in order to secure the production time of the advance notice production. , some of which are of short duration.

Effect control unit 24, based on the information included in the effect control command (here, variation pattern designation command and decorative design designation command) sent from the main control unit 20, chronologically during the decorative design variation display game Decide the content of the production to be developed (production scenario) and the decorative pattern to be displayed finally (decorative stop pattern), etc., and according to the time schedule based on the special pattern fluctuation pattern, the decorative pattern fluctuation display During the game, To control the appearance of the variable display performance of decorative patterns. As a result, the decorative symbols are variably displayed by the liquid crystal display device 36 in synchronization with the variable display of the special symbols by the special symbol display devices 38a and 38b, and during the period of the special symbol variable display game and during the decorative symbol variable display game. has substantially the same time width. The effect control unit 24 also controls the liquid crystal display device 36, the optical display device 45a, or the sound generator 46a so as to correspond to the effect scenario, and develops various effects in the decorative symbol variation display game. As a result, reproduction of images (image effect), reproduction of sound effects (sound effect), and lighting and blinking of effect LEDs such as the decorative lamp 45 (light effect) are realized on the liquid crystal display device 36 .

As described above, the special symbol variation display game and the decorative symbol variation display game have an inseparable relationship, and the display results of the special symbol variation display game are reflected in the decoration symbol variation display game. , these two symbol variation display games may be regarded as equivalent symbol games. In this specification, the above-described two symbol variation display games may be simply referred to as "symbol variation display games" unless otherwise specified.

(3-1-2. Normal symbol variation display game)
In addition, in the gaming machine 1, based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the normal symbol starting port 37 (winning a prize), the main control unit 20 performs an "auxiliary winning lottery" by random number lottery. Based on the result of the lottery, the normal symbol represented by the LEDs is variably displayed on the normal symbol display device 39a to start the normal symbol variation display game, and after the lapse of a predetermined variation time, the result is switched between lighting and non-lighting of the LED. It is designed to stop display by combination. For example, when the result of the normal symbol variation display game is "assist hit", the display unit of the normal symbol display device 39a is stopped and displayed in a specific lighting state (for example, two LEDs 39 are all lit).

When this "assist hit" occurs, the normal electric accessory solenoid 41c (see FIG. 3) operates, whereby the movable wing 47 opens in an inverted "V" shape and the lower starting port 35 opens. Or it will be enlarged and the game ball will be in a state (starting opening open state) that is easy to flow in, and an auxiliary game state (hereinafter referred to as "general electric open game") that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state occurs. In this general electric open game, the opening time of the lower starting port 35 (operating time when the lower starting port 35 is opened by the movable wing 47) is set for a predetermined time (for example, 0.2 seconds) or until the number of game balls that have entered the lower starting port 35 reaches a predetermined number (for example, 4), the winning area is opened or expanded, and either of these conditions is satisfied. The operation of closing the lower starting port 35 when the engine is closed is repeated a predetermined number of times (for example, up to two times).

(3-1-3. Operation retention ball)
Here, in this embodiment, during the special/decorative symbol variation display game, during the normal symbol variation display game, during the jackpot game, or during the general electric open game, each start port 34 to 35 or the normal symbol start port 37 is won. When it occurs, that is, when there is an input of a detection signal from the starting opening sensors 34a to 35a or the normal symbol starting opening sensor 37a, and the corresponding starting condition (symbol game starting condition) is established, this is the right to start the variable display game. As for the data related to this, except for the data related to the variable display, the maximum number of reserved memories (for example, 4), which is a predetermined upper limit, is reserved and stored. The game ball related to the pending data or the pending data that is not used for the symbol variation display operation is also called "operating pending ball". In order to make clear to the player the number of activated balls held, a dedicated holding display (not shown) provided at an appropriate place on the gaming machine 1, or a holding display provided as an icon image on the screen of the liquid crystal display device 36. light up the device.

Further, in this embodiment, up to four operation reserve balls relating to special design 1, special design 2, and normal design are reserved and stored in the corresponding storage area of RAM 203, and reserved as the number of times of determination of fluctuation of special design or normal design. In addition, the maximum memory number (maximum reservation memory number) of each operation reservation ball number regarding the special symbol 1, the special symbol 2, and the normal symbol is not particularly limited. Also, all or part of the maximum reserved memory number of each symbol may be different, and the number can be appropriately determined according to the game characteristics. In the following, the special symbol 1, the special symbol 2, and the normal symbol are also referred to as the special figure 1 operation reservation ball, the special figure 2 operation reservation ball, and the normal figure operation reservation ball.

(3-2. Game state)
Next, the game state will be explained. The gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment is configured to be able to generate a plurality of types of game states in addition to the big win which is the special game state. In order to facilitate understanding of the present invention, first, functions (means) related to the generation of various game states will be described.

The gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment has a "probability variation function (probability variation function)" of which the main control section 20 (CPU 201) serves as the functional section. There are two types of probability variation function related to special symbols (hereinafter referred to as "special symbol probability variation function") and normal symbol probability variation function (hereinafter referred to as "normal symbol probability variation function").

The special pattern probability variation function varies the probability of a big hit lottery from a low probability (for example, 1/320) of a predetermined probability (normal probability) to a high probability (for example, 1/32), which is more advantageous than the normal state. It is a function that generates a high probability state (jackpot high probability state). Under the game state (high-probability state) in which this special symbol probability variation function is in operation, the big-hit lottery probability becomes high, so that the big-hit is likely to occur.

The normal pattern probability variation function is more advantageous than the normal state by varying the auxiliary winning lottery probability from a low probability (for example, 2/256), which is a predetermined probability (normal probability), to a high probability (for example, 255/255). It is a function that generates a "assistance hit probability change state". Under the game state in which this normal pattern probability variation function is in operation (assistance winning probability variation state), the assistance winning lottery probability becomes a high probability state, so the assistance winning is likely to occur, and the general electric open game occurs frequently. , the operating rate improved state in which the operating rate of the movable wing 47 per unit time is higher than that in the normal state.

In addition, the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment has a "fluctuation time reduction function (shortening of working hours function)" for which the main control unit 20 serves as the functional unit. There are two types of this, a time-saving function related to special symbols (hereinafter referred to as "special symbol time-saving function") and a time-saving function related to normal symbols (hereinafter referred to as "normal symbol time-saving function").

The special symbol time saving function shortens the average time required for one special symbol variation display game (the average time from the start of the special symbol variation to the stop display (confirmed display)). It is a function that generates a state. Under the gaming state (special symbol time-saving state) in which this special symbol time-saving function is in operation, the average variation time of the special symbols in one special symbol variation display game is shortened (for example, the average required for reach-less loss variation The time is shortened from 8 seconds to 2 seconds), and the lottery frequency improvement state is established in which the number of jackpot lotteries per unit time is improved compared to the normal state.

The normal pattern time saving function generates a "normal pattern time saving state" that shortens the average time required for one normal pattern fluctuation display game (average time from the start of normal pattern fluctuation until it is stopped). It is a function that allows Under the gaming state (ordinary design time reduction state) in which the normal design time reduction function is in operation, the average variation time of the normal design in one normal design variation display game is shortened (for example, shortened from 30 seconds to 1 second). ), the number of lottery increases state in which the number of lotteries per subsidy per unit time is higher than in the normal state.

Furthermore, the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment has an "open extension function" for which the main control section 20 serves as the functional section. This open extension function is a function of generating an "extended open state" in which the opening operation period of the movable wing 47 of the normal variable winning device 41 (open time of the movable wing 47) is extended from the normal state. Under the extended open state, the opening operation period of the movable wing 47 (starting opening open state time) is extended from 0.2 seconds to 1.7 seconds, for example, and the number of times of opening and closing is increased, for example, once (open extension function is not in operation) to twice (when the opening extension function is in operation), resulting in an operating rate improvement state in which the operating rate of the movable wing pieces 47 per unit time is higher than in the normal state. Therefore, when the opening extension function is activated, the frequency of winning prizes to the lower starting port 35 increases, so that the frequency of fulfillment of the conditions for starting the special symbol variation display game for deriving the lottery result of the big win is higher than in the normal state. The open extension state is also referred to as an "electric chew support state" in that it becomes a game state more advantageous to the player than the state in which the open extension function does not operate (non-operating).

By activating one or more of the above functions, the internal game state (internal game state) of the gaming machine can be changed. In the following, for convenience of explanation, the game state in which the special symbol probability variable function, the special symbol time saving function, the normal symbol probability variable function, the normal symbol time saving function, and the open extension function operate is called "probability variable state", and from among these functions The game state in which the special symbol probability variation function is removed is called a "time saving state", and at least the special symbol probability variation function operates, and the opening extension function does not operate (In this embodiment, the game state in which only the special symbol probability variation function operates ) is called the “latent state”, and the state in which all functions are not operating (non-operating) is called the “normal state”. Therefore, focusing on the jackpot lottery probability in these game states, when the game state is "time saving state" or "normal state", the jackpot lottery probability becomes 'low probability state (normal probability)', and the game state is In the case of the "probable probability state" or "variable probability state", the jackpot lottery probability becomes the "high probability state". Also, during the jackpot related to the operation of the conditional device, a winning game is generated in which the big winning port is opened and closed, but all the above functions are deactivated, and basically the same game state as the above normal state placed in

Regarding each game state described above, when focusing on the presence or absence of the electric chew support state, if the game state is "normal state" or "latent state", 'no electric chew support state (hereinafter referred to as "no electric support state" ) ', and when the gaming state is 'time saving state' or 'probability variable state', 'with electric chew support state (hereinafter referred to as 'state with electric support')'. In the case of this embodiment, in the probability variable state and the time saving state with the electric chew support state, the normal symbol probability variable function, the normal symbol time saving function, and the open extension function operate at the same time, so the general electric open game occurs easily. A game state is created in which the operating rate of the movable wing pieces 47 is remarkably improved.

Regarding the operation status of each of the above functions that determine the game state (special symbol probability change function, special symbol time saving function, normal symbol probability change function, normal symbol time saving function, and open extension function), on the main control unit 20 side, these functions Its operation (5AH)/non-operation (00H) is managed by the ON/OFF state of the corresponding flag. Also, what kind of game state the current game state is is managed using an identifier "game state number YJ". For example, if the game state number YJ is "00H" 'normal state', if it is '01H' 'time saving state', if it is '02H' it is 'potential state', if it is '03H' it is 'variable state '. In addition, the game state focusing on the operation state of each function is also called "internal game state". It should be noted that, when a shift occurs in the game state, from the main control unit 20 side, a "game state designation command" containing information that can specify the game state of the transition destination is transmitted to the effect control unit 24. there is

<4. About production>
(4-1. Production mode)
Next, the production mode (production state) will be described. The game machine 1 of the present embodiment is provided with a plurality of types of effect modes that produce effects related to the game state, and is configured to be able to control transitions between the respective effect modes in accordance with the transition of the game state. there is The above-mentioned production modes include "normal production mode" related to "normal state", "variable production mode" related to "variable probability state", "short production mode" related to "short time state", "hit game state (during winning game )”, a plurality of types of production modes corresponding to each game state are provided. In addition, the time reduction production mode may be a common time reduction production mode for time reduction A and time reduction B, or may be a time reduction A production mode and a time reduction B production mode (at least one during time reduction A and during time reduction B). different parts) may be used.

The production control unit 24 (CPU 241) has a functional unit (production state transition control means) that controls transition between a plurality of types of production modes. The effect control unit 24, among the effect control commands sent from the main control unit 20 (CPU 201), commands including information about the game state, specifically, designates the current game state, changes the game state Based on the information included in the specific effect control command that designates, in a form that maintains consistency with the game state managed by the main control unit 20 side, transition from one effect mode to another effect mode Controls and manages presentation modes related to game states. The specific effect control commands include a variation pattern designation command, a game state designation command, a customer waiting command, a predetermined effect control command (jack start command, jack end command) transmitted during a winning game, and the like.

In addition, in each production mode, the background display (hereinafter also referred to as "background production") as the background of the variable display screen of the decorative pattern, for example, under the "normal production mode", the background production reminiscent of the season 'spring' (for example, , Background effect that displays the background image of the cherry tree), Under the "short production mode", the background effect that is reminiscent of the season 'Summer' (For example, the background effect that displays the background image of the sea), Under the "Probable effect mode" The background display associated with the game state, such as a background effect reminiscent of the season 'autumn' (for example, a background effect displaying a background image of a tree in autumn colors), is controlled to switch to a background display related to the game state. Therefore, it is possible to recognize in what game state the player is currently staying. Note that different background displays can be displayed even in the same production mode.

(4-2. Notice production)
Next, the advance notice effect will be described. Effect control unit 24, the content of the effect control command from the main control unit 20, specifically, at least the variation pattern information included in the variation pattern designation command (in the present embodiment, "variation pattern designation command" and / or " Based on the information included in the "decorative pattern designation command"), various "notice effects" related to the jackpot lottery result can be controlled to appear (notice effect control means). Such a notice effect includes the degree of expectation of whether or not the winning type is won (the well-known “winning expectation”) and/or the occurrence of a predetermined event (for example, the probability of winning, the certainty of a The occurrence of production, etc.) can be suggested (advance notice), and many of them work as "inciting production" to incite the player's expectation of winning. Typical examples of advance notice production include "reach production (production mode related to reach fluctuation pattern)", "pseudo continuous production" and "player participation type production". Includes various advance notice effects that occur in combination (simultaneously, overlappingly) or independently. These presentation modes will be described below.

(4-2-1. Reach production)
The term “ready-to-win effect” refers to an effect mode involving a ready-to-reach state, and more specifically, to an effect mode in which the game result can be derived and displayed via the ready-to-reach state. This "ready-to-win state" means that some of the decorative symbols derived and displayed in the course of the decorative symbol variation display game are displayed in a display mode indicating a win in the stage before the result of the decorative symbol variation display game is derived. It refers to a display mode (so-called “listening tile state”) in which a variable display of decorative symbols that have not yet been derived and displayed is performed while forming a part. In the case of winning the jackpot, the final result is derived and displayed mainly via this ready-to-win state. Of course, even if a ready-to-win state is formed, the result of the decorative symbol variation display game is not necessarily a "big hit", and the finally derived result is a winning symbol (for example, winning symbol "777"). If not, the result of this game will be "losing". The ready-to-win effect is accompanied by display of such a ready-to-win state, and if the ready-to-win effect appears (appears), the winning expectation is relatively higher than the normal fluctuation. In the case of this embodiment, when the game result is a hit, some kind of ready-to-win effect is displayed in the current symbol variation display game. Therefore, in the stage before occurrence of the ready-to-win effect, various advance notice effects are provided to foretell (suggest) the possibility of occurrence of the ready-to-win effect (including determination of occurrence). However, the notice effect does not necessarily foretell the possibility of the occurrence of the reach effect, but the occurrence of other notice effects other than the reach effect (for example, pseudo-ren, player participation type effects, setting suggestion effects, etc.) There are things that suggest possibilities, and things that occur in combination during the reach production. Such a notice effect may occur in combination with one or more types of notice effects during one symbol variation display game (during one variation) in relation to the jackpot lottery result. By generating, more clear winning expectation degree is shown. For example, if a plurality of types of announcement effects with high winning expectations occur (including overlapping (simultaneous) occurrences and different timings), the winning expectations are further increased. Such advance notice effects and ready-to-win effects are interwoven during the game, making it possible to improve the amusement of the game.

The ready-to-win effects include multiple types of ready-to-win effects associated with winning expectations. For example, in some cases, the winning expectation is relatively higher than when N reach (normal reach) appears. Such a reach effect is called 'SP reach (super reach)'. Many of these "SP reach" have a relatively longer presentation time (fluctuation time) than N reach in order to arouse the player's expectation of winning, and are usually executed via N reach. The N reach of this embodiment includes multiple types of N reach such as "N reach 1 to 2", and the SP reach includes multiple types of SP reach such as "weak SP reach, medium SP reach, strong SP reach". is included. In addition, regarding the relationship between the winning expectations among the same species, the relationships are "N reach 1 < N reach 2" and "Weak SP reach < Medium SP reach < Strong SP reach". Reach 1 < N reach 2 < Weak SP reach < Medium SP reach < Strong SP reach. It should be noted that the actual degree of expectation for winning the jackpot changes depending on whether or not another notice effect appears. For this reason, for example, even when weak SP reach appears, the degree of winning expectation can be equal to or higher than that of medium SP reach, if a notice effect with a high degree of winning expectation is involved. The SP reach also includes an advanced SP reach (SPSP reach) that develops from one SP reach to another SP reach. This "SPSP reach" belongs to the strong SP reach type with the highest winning expectation among SP reach, but the SPSP reach has a higher winning expectation than the mere strong SP reach. Similar to the SP reach, the SP SP reach type may be provided with different types of winning expectations such as weak, medium, and strong, or may be of one type. In addition, SPSP reach has a "direct hit type SPSP reach" that suddenly develops into SPSP reach without going through SP reach. This direct hit type SPSP reach is determined so that the winning expectation is relatively higher than the normal SPSP reach via the SP reach. In addition, there is also a premium notice production mode (special variation pattern) such as "Sudden Match (Sudden Match)" in which the decorative pattern suddenly hits and stops with the pattern without the reach state, but such a sudden Matching is also treated as one aspect of the ready-to-win production in this specification. Sudden hits include those that suddenly become a hit pattern without the reach state as described above, and those that pass through the N reach but stop at the hit pattern as it is without going through higher reach such as SP reach and SPSP reach. It includes the mode of presentation to be displayed.

(4-2-2. Pseudo-continuous performance (pseudo-continuous))
“Pseudo-continuous” refers to an effect mode accompanied by a pseudo-continuous-variation display state of decorative symbols (so-called “pseudo-variation”). This "pseudo-fluctuation" is a display operation in which, during the decorative pattern fluctuation display game, some or all of the decorative patterns are temporarily stopped, and then the decorative patterns are displayed again in a variable state from the temporary stop state. Refers to a variable display mode that repeats once or multiple times. In other words, the pseudo-continuation is an effect mode in which the decorative symbols are temporarily stopped one or more times so that the decorative symbol variable display operation is performed a plurality of times during one symbol variable display game. is. During this temporary stop state, for example, the decorative patterns are not completely stopped, but are displayed in small increments vertically (or horizontally). In this respect, it is different from the later-described "predictive effect" that can be developed over a plurality of symbol variation display games. Such a "pseudo-run" is basically determined so that the higher the number of pseudo fluctuations, the higher the expectation of winning. Expectations for the occurrence of high-precision advance notice effects (for example, SP reach) are increasing.

Therefore, in the case of a production scenario including a ready-to-win effect, the "pseudo-ream" is mainly generated in the stage before the ready-to-win state is formed (the stage before the ready-to-win effect), for example, the possibility of the occurrence of the ready-to-win effect. Or, as a notice that a specific reach type may occur, one or more pseudo-variations are performed, and after this pseudo-variation is completed, the final game is reached via the reach state (reach effect). Results will be derived and displayed. In addition, in the case of a development-type ready-to-win production such as SPSP ready-to-win, it is possible to generate a pseudo-continuation before reaching the final development destination SPSP ready-to-win. For example, "Pseudo-Ren A → N Reach + Pseudo-Ren B (Pseudo-Ren B is used as SP Reach development agitation production) → SP Reach + Pseudo-Ren C (Pseudo-Ren C is used as SPSP Reach development agitation production) → SPSP Reach ( Final result notification)” and the like.

(4-2-3. Player Participation Production)
"Player participation type effect" is a mode of effect belonging to the so-called "button advance notice effect", and when a predetermined operation is performed on the operation means (effect button 13 and/or direction key 75), the operation contents This is a foretelling effect mode in which the content of the effect can be changed based on. In the player-participation type effect, an "operation instruction effect" for instructing the operation means to perform a predetermined operation appears during a predetermined button effective period, and the player operates the operation means during the button effective period. When operated, the presenting effect changes to another effect (operation-time effect) based on the contents of the operation. The degree of expectation for winning can be announced in accordance with the performance mode (contents of performance) before and after this operation. For example, depending on the button operation, a specific object display or character display changes, a special sound effect or light effect occurs, or a story-like production scenario progresses (so-called conversation content in conversation production) is a typical example. In addition, the "promotion effect" regarding whether or not to promote to a hit type (here, a variable pattern) that is more profitable than the content suggested by the current variable effect for the player is also a player participation type effect. There is (refer to the later-described promotion effects in FIGS. 22 and 23, pattern determination effects in FIG. 24, pattern determination effects in FIG. 25, time reduction number of times determination effects, etc.). Also during the winning game, a player-participation type effect can appear (a mini game, a change of clothes effect, a music selection effect, etc., which will be described later).

(4-2-5. Look-ahead notice effect)
"Pre-reading notice effect" is mainly about the pending display mode and time for the operation suspension ball (undigested operation suspension ball) that has not yet been subjected to the execution of the symbol variation display game (variation display operation of special symbols). This is an effect mode in which the degree of expectation for winning regarding the operation reserve ball can be notified in advance by using the effect in the symbol variation display game executed first in series.

An overview of the screen display of the liquid crystal display device according to the present embodiment, including the preview effect, will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 5 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the screen display of the liquid crystal display device 36 according to this embodiment.

In a part of the screen of the liquid crystal display device 36 (in the figure, below the decorative pattern display area), a reservation display area 76 that displays the number of special pattern 1 operation reservation balls and the number of special pattern 2 operation reservation balls. A reservation display area 77 is provided to display the presence or absence of the operation reservation ball, which is lit (with operation reservation ball: "○ (white circle)" in the illustration) or off (no operation reservation ball: Information on the current number of pending balls in operation is reported at (broken line circle mark in the figure).

The display regarding the presence or absence of this operation pending ball (hereinafter referred to as "holding display") is displayed in the order of occurrence (in the order of prize winning). It is displayed as the earliest (that is, the oldest) activated suspended ball on the time axis among all activated suspended balls in the suspension display. In the present embodiment, as shown in the figure, a portion of the screen of the liquid crystal display device 36 is provided with the same number of pending icons (icon images) as the maximum number of pending memories (4). (corresponding to special design 1 side), a2 to d2 (corresponding to special design 2 side) are provided. Further, on the left side of the holding display areas 76 and 77, there is provided a changing display area 78 for showing the active holding ball currently being used in the special symbol changing display game. In the case of this embodiment, the changing display area 78 is configured so that an image in which the icon of the game pending K currently being played is placed on the icon of the strike seat J appears. That is, when the variable display of the special symbol 1 or the special symbol 2 is started, the oldest pending a1 or a2 icon (icon image) displayed in the pending display areas 76, 77 is the game running pending K As an icon, it moves onto the icon of the striker J in the changing display area 78, and this state is maintained for a predetermined display time.

When an operation reserve ball occurs, as a production control command, the prefetch judgment information related to the big hit lottery result and the number of operation reserve balls at the time of the prefetch judgment (the number of existing operation reserve balls including the operation reserve balls that occurred this time) A identifiable "holding addition command" is transmitted to the effect control unit 24 (see step S323 in FIG. 20 described later).

Specifically, the above-mentioned look-ahead determination information includes, in the main control unit 20, the result of a jackpot lottery (jackpot lottery result at the start of fluctuation) executed when the operation reserve ball is offered to the symbol variation display game, and the fluctuation Refers to the game information related to the prefetch variation pattern obtained when prefetching the variation pattern at the start. Therefore, this look-ahead determination information includes at least the look-ahead determination result of the win-lose lottery result at the start of the fluctuation (pre-read win-lose result) information, and in addition, the look-ahead judgment result of the pattern lottery result (look-ahead pattern result) information and the start of fluctuation It is also possible to include information on a look-ahead determination result (look-ahead variation pattern) regarding the time variation pattern. What kind of information is included in the pending addition command to be sent to the effect control unit 24 can be determined as appropriate according to the content of the notice to be notified. For example, the "prediction variation pattern" obtained by the look-ahead determination when the operation reserve ball is generated does not necessarily have to be the "variation pattern at the start of fluctuation" itself obtained when the operation reserve ball is subjected to the variable display operation. . For example, in the case of a variation pattern that specifies "N reach 1" at the start of variation, the content specified by the look-ahead variation pattern is not the reach type itself of "N reach 1", but the skeleton "N reach Species (N reach 1 or N reach 2)" can be specified.

When the effect control unit 24 receives the pending addition command, based on the prefetch determination information included therein, effect control processing relating to "prefetching advance notice effect" is performed as part of the display control process related to the above pending display. Specifically, based on the information included in the pending addition command, a pre-reading notice lottery is performed to determine whether or not the pre-reading notice effect can be executed, and if this is won, the production scenario of the pre-reading notice is determined. To make a look-ahead foretelling performance appear according to the degree of winning expectation. The odds of winning the pre-reading advance notice lottery are higher for "big win" than for "losing", and for reach types with relatively high winning expectations. Therefore, depending on whether or not the look-ahead notice effect is generated, the winning expectation for the winning type is indicated.

In this embodiment, when the pre-reading notice lottery is won, among the holding icons of the holding display portions a1 to d1 and a2 to d2, the holding icon targeted for the pre-reading notice is, for example, a normal holding display (normal Pre-reading notice of "reserved display change system" that changes from white (reserved display mode) to special reserved colors of blue, green, red, D pattern, rainbow color and reserved display (special reserved display mode) An effect (suspension change notice) is performed. FIG. 5 shows an example in which the operation holding ball of the hatched holding display portion b1 has changed to a special holding display. Here, the display of blue, green, red, D pattern, and rainbow color of the pending icon means that the winning expectation is high in the order of these colors. ) is displayed as a premium pending icon (this reserved pending notice). Therefore, this suspension display portion works as a suspension display means for displaying the number of operation suspensions, but when executing the pre-reading notice effect, one of the suspension display portions a1 to d1 and a2 to d2 corresponding to the suspension display portion It functions as a look-ahead notice control means for changing the hold display mode to a predetermined look-ahead notice display mode (special hold display mode) and thereby controlling the appearance of the look-ahead notice effect.

The existing operation pending balls are sequentially digested with the execution of the symbol variation display game as a trigger. At this time, in order to express that one operation reserve ball has been consumed, the display position of the reservation display part corresponding to the existing operation reserve ball is moved up (sequentially shifted to the left), and the display number is reduced. Although control (shift display) is performed, the above-described special hold display continues to be displayed continuously while changing the display position of the hold display during this period. Further, when the pending game K is placed on the receiving seat J, basically, the same display mode as the pending display mode in the pending display areas 76 and 77 is maintained, and the operation related to the current symbol variation display game is maintained. A player is notified of a look-ahead advance notice display mode for reserved balls even during the game.

In addition, in the small display area in the lower right corner of the liquid crystal screen shown in FIG. A sub-display area 79 is provided for the variable display operation. In this sub-display area 79, identification information about the number of operation pending numbers of special symbols 1, special symbols 2, and normal symbols and their variable display states are displayed in the six partitioned areas shown in the figure. In the second reserved number display area (three vertical division areas on the left side of the illustration (upper left, middle left, lower left display area)), from the top, the number of special figure 1 operation reserved balls (upper display area), special figure 2 The number of pending balls in operation (middle display area) and the number of pending balls in normal operation (lower display area) are displayed.

In addition, in the three vertical three division areas on the right side adjacent to the second pending number display area, from the top, special figure 1 fourth design display area (upper right display area), special figure 2 fourth design display area ( middle right display area), normal decorative pattern display area (lower right display area). In the display area of the special figure 1 4th pattern and the special figure 2 4th pattern, as a production pattern different from the decorative pattern, production patterns such as numbers, patterns, and characters are displayed. It is also referred to as the "mini symbol" (fourth symbol) in FIG. 1 or special figure 2. This mini symbol (fourth symbol), like the decorative symbol, is displayed so as to be identifiable between the variable display state of the special symbol, that is, during variable display and during stop display (including big hit and loss). Specifically, when the special figure is fluctuating, the mini symbols are also variably displayed in a predetermined display mode, and when the special figure is stopped and displayed, the mini symbols also reflect the jackpot lottery result (at least the winning lottery result). It is stopped and displayed in a predetermined display mode. For example, "○" is displayed in the case of a big hit, and "X" is displayed in the case of a loss. In addition, the display of mini symbols may be a display mode related to decorative symbols. For example, when the decoration symbols are stopped at "777" (big hit symbol) or "753" (losing symbol), the mini symbols can also be stopped at "777" or "753". Of course, the display mode may not be the same as that of the decoration stop pattern, and the display mode may be related in some way. In addition, the display of the mini symbols is maintained even when the decorative symbols are hidden due to the relationship with the advance notice effect, and is also used as a substitute symbol for the decorative symbols, and the symbol variation display game. Whether or not it is inside can also be notified by a mini symbol.

In addition, in the normal decorative design display area, the variable display state of the normal design in the normal design display device 39a is displayed by a dramatic design (normal decorative design). For example, when the normal map is fluctuating, the ○ mark is displayed blinking, "● (red circle)" is displayed in the case of a supplementary hit, and "○ (blue circle)" is displayed in the case of a loss. It's like

(4-2-6. Setting Suggestion Effect)
Further, in the present embodiment, it is possible to present an effect mode (setting suggesting effect) that suggests information about the "set value". For example, it is a setting suggestion production such as the following (a) to (b).
(a) "Low setting suggestion effect" that suggests a low setting range (settings 1 to 3, 1 to 2, 2 to 3, etc.).
(k) A "high setting suggestion effect" that suggests a high setting range (settings 4 to 6, 4 to 5, 5 to 6, etc.).
(g) "Even number setting suggestion effect" to suggest even number setting (settings 2, 4, 6).
(U) "Odd number setting suggestion effect" to suggest odd number setting (settings 1, 3, 5).
(m) "Specific setting confirmation effect" for deterministically notifying a specific setting value (any of settings 1 to 6). For example, a "setting N confirmation effect" for deterministically informing "setting N". However, it is not preferable to inform the internal setting value definitely. The reason for this is that, like confirmation of setting 1 and setting 2, anything that definitely suggests a low setting region reduces the player's desire to play. Therefore, it is preferable to let one of the settings 4 to 6 of the high setting area be notified definitely. In particular, if a specific setting confirmation effect appears in which a high setting such as setting 5 confirmation or setting 6 confirmation appears, the player's willingness to play can be improved.
(m) "Specific setting denial effect" for deterministically notifying that the specified setting value (any of settings 1 to 6 is acceptable).
(H) "Specific range suggestive effect" that suggests a set value in a specific range. For example, suggesting settings 3 to 5 (α ≤ setting value ≤ β), suggesting settings 4 or more (α ≤ setting value), suggesting multiple specific values of "settings 1, 3, 5, 6", etc. . In addition, by varying the appearance rate according to the set value, for example, setting 1 is difficult to appear, setting 4 is moderately appearing, setting 6 is easy to appear, suggesting a high/low possibility of a certain set value. It is possible to

Such a setting suggesting effect can be made to appear at a predetermined timing during the pattern variation display game, for example, in combination with the advance notice effect or independently (for example, items or characters according to the set value can be made to appear). can. Further, by determining the appearance rate of a specific advance notice effect according to the set value, the notice effect itself can be made to function as a "setting suggestion effect". For example, by changing the appearance rate of a specific SP reach, a specific number of pseudo-runs, a specific player-participation type effect, a specific pre-reading notice effect, etc. according to the set value, the notice effect itself is set and suggested effect By functioning as , it is possible to give the player an element of guessing the set value. In addition, the setting suggesting effect can be displayed not only during the symbol variation display game, but also during the big win game, "demonstration start waiting effect" or "customer waiting effect" while waiting for the start of the game. The above-mentioned demo start waiting effect is the state of waiting for the game after the number of balls withheld to operate becomes zero until the start of the customer waiting effect. Such as a demo screen that appears later (for example, 180 seconds).

<4-3. Directing means>
Various effects in the game machine 1 are produced by effect means provided in the game machine. Such directing means may be stimulus transmission means capable of exhibiting directing effects by appealing to human perception such as visual, auditory, and tactile sensations, and light generating means (light directing means) such as decorative lamps 45 and LED devices. ), a sound generating device (sound effect means) such as a speaker 46, an effect display device (display means) such as a liquid crystal display device 36, a pressurizing device for transmitting contact pressure to the body of the player, and applying wind pressure to the body of the player. Typical examples are a wind pressure device, a vibrating device that vibrates the player's body, and a movable accessory that exerts a visual presentation effect by its operation. Here, the performance display device is a display device that appeals to the sense of sight like the image display device (image display means), but differs from the image display device in that it also includes devices that do not depend on images (for example, a 7-segment display device). When it is called an image display device, it mainly refers to a type that produces an effect (image display effect) by displaying an image. contained within.

<5. About hit>
Next, with reference to FIG. 4, the “hit” of the gaming machine according to this embodiment will be described.

(5-1. About hit type)
In the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, a plurality of types of winning types are provided as the types of winnings for the big winning lottery. There are various types of hit types, but here, representatively, "5R time saving A big hit", "5R time saving B big hit", "10R high probability big hit", "5R high probability big hit", "2R high probability big hit" etc. Handle multiple types of hits. These hits are hits (big hits) belonging to the "big hit type" that triggers the operation of the conditional device, and are different from hits (small hits) that belong to the "small hit type" that does not trigger the operation of the conditional device. Here, "conditional device" means a device whose operation is a necessary condition for the operation of the accessory continuous operation device (device for continuously operating special electric accessories) for playing a round game, and a specific device A combination of special symbols is displayed or activated when a game ball passes through a specific area in the big prize opening (excluding those that win the big prize opening while the continuous actuating device is in operation). In addition, the operation of the accessory continuous operation device is a condition for causing the state with the electric sapo and the probability fluctuation.

In addition, in this embodiment, the hit (small hit) belonging to the small hit type that does not trigger the operation of the condition device is not handled, but the small hit may be provided in the hit type. Incidentally, when a small hit is won, the condition device does not operate, so the accessory continuous operating device does not operate. That is, although a round game such as a big win is not executed, it is possible to execute a ``pseudo-round game'' by controlling the opening and closing operation of the big prize opening in the same, very similar, or completely different operation mode as the round game by the big win. be. A small win is one of the wins that open the big winning hole, but since the condition device does not operate, the accessory continuous operation device does not operate, and the transition control of the internal game state is not performed. Such a small win, like the big win, is a winning type that serves as an opportunity (occurrence opportunity) to shift to a winning game (special game state) involving the opening and closing operation of the big winning opening, so it is not just a "losing". are of different natures.

(5-2. Winning game)
About "5R short time A big hit", "5R short time B big hit", "10R variable big hit", "5R variable big hit", "2R variable big hit", "5R", "10R", "2R" Indicates the specified number of rounds (maximum number of rounds) related to In this embodiment, the maximum opening time of the big winning opening 50 in one round game is set to '29800 ms' of the 'long opening time'. Here, the "long open time" is defined as a time period within which the number of winnings to the big winning openings is sufficiently likely to reach the maximum number of winnings (for example, 10). For specific jackpots (for example, 2R series jackpots), the maximum opening time can be set to a “short opening time” (for example, about 100 ms to 1800 ms) that is shorter than the above-described long opening time. Also, in the case of a specific jackpot, the maximum open time in one or more specific round games can be set to a short open time.

(Contents of jackpot game)
The specific contents of the jackpot game are as follows. When a jackpot game is started, a jackpot start interval time (hereinafter referred to as "start INT") is started. This "start INT" is an interval period from the end of the symbol variation display game to the operation of the special variable prize winning device 52, and defines the interval in which the opening effect (hereinafter referred to as "OP effect") is performed. It refers to the time width (initial performance time before the first round game is played). During the start INT, one or a plurality of effects (effect scenarios) are developed (the same applies to the end INT described later). After the start INT has elapsed, the first round game is started, and thereafter, the round game is repeatedly executed until the maximum number of rounds is reached.

Here, the start timing of the jackpot game will be described in detail. In the special symbol variation display game according to the present embodiment, after the special symbol variation time elapses and the predetermined special symbol indicating the jackpot lottery result is stopped and displayed on the special symbol display devices 38a and 38b, a predetermined fixed display time. When (for example, 500 ms) has passed, the special symbol variation display game is terminated. This "fixed display time" is the time (fixed display time) for holding the stop display when the variable display of the special symbols is finished and the special symbols are stopped and displayed. Further, when the fluctuation time of the special symbols has elapsed, the main control section 20 transmits a "variation stop command" to the effect control section 24. - 特許庁With this variation stop command, the effect control unit 24 grasps that the special symbol variation display game has ended after the variation time of the special symbols has passed, and decorations such as stopping display (fixed display) of the decorative symbol currently being displayed in variation. Effect processing relating to the end of the symbol variation display game is performed. As a result, when the special symbol variation display game is terminated, the decorative symbol variation display game is also terminated. After the pattern variation display game ends, that is, after the fixed display period (fixed display time) has passed, if the game result of the pattern variation display game is "big hit", the big win game is started. , the elapsed time of the start INT time is counted, and when the start INT time elapses, the first (1Rth) round game is started. In addition, a “jackpot start command” is transmitted from the main control unit 20 to the effect control unit 24 with the start of the jackpot game (start of the start INT) as a trigger. This "jackpot start command" includes information that can specify the type of the jackpot this time and the gaming state when the jackpot is won. When the performance control unit 24 receives the big win start command, it grasps that the big win game has started, and determines a series of winning performances developed during the big win game (a winning performance scenario corresponding to each big win type). Thereafter, appearance control is performed for effects (OP effects, mid-round effects, inter-round effects, ED effects, etc.) according to the progress of the jackpot game.

After the round game is started and the big winning hole 50 is opened, it is determined whether the maximum opening time of the big winning hole has passed or the number of game balls entering the big winning hole has reached the maximum winning number. When either one of the conditions is satisfied, the opened big winning opening is closed and the current round game is terminated. At this time, if the current number of rounds has not reached the maximum number of rounds (current R number ≠ maximum R number), a predetermined interval time (hereinafter referred to as "inter-R INT") is started, and this inter-R INT is started. After the time elapses, the next round game is started. In addition, when the round game is started, the main control unit 20 transmits a “large winning opening open command” to the effect control unit 24 . This "big prize opening command" includes round game start information and current round number information. When the performance control part 24 receives the command to open the big prize winning opening, it grasps that the round game has been started, and displays the during-round performance corresponding to the number of rounds. In addition, when the round game ends, the main control unit 20 transmits an “inter-round interval command” to the effect control unit 24 . The "inter-round interval command" includes round game end information (inter-R INT start information) and information on the number of rounds ended this time. When the performance control part 24 receives the interval command between rounds, it grasps that the current round game is finished and controls the appearance of the performance between rounds corresponding to the number of rounds.

The "inter-R INT" includes at least the "remaining ball discharge time". In the case of this embodiment, this "remaining ball discharge time (for example, 2980 ms)" and the "pre-opening interval time (for example, 20 ms)" from when the remaining ball discharge time elapses until the next round game is started. (In this embodiment, INT between R is 3000 ms). The above-mentioned "remaining ball discharge time" is the extra time for discharging the remaining balls inside the big prize hole after the big prize hole is closed, and the time width is the time span that won the prize immediately before the big prize hole was closed. Sufficient time required for the game ball to pass through the winning detection switch (large winning opening sensor 52a) formed inside the large winning opening is ensured. In addition, the "interval time before opening" means the time after the above-mentioned remaining ball discharge time has passed and the remaining balls in the big winning hole are considered to have been discharged, until the big winning hole is opened in the next round game. It refers to the time width that defines the interval section of Even if the big winning opening sensor 52a detects a game ball during this pre-opening interval time, the game ball is regarded as a fraudulent winning due to a fraudulent act, and the winning is treated as invalid. To effectively prevent a fraudulent act to a large winning slot by detecting a detection state (fraudulent activity to the large winning slot) such as a large winning slot sensor 52a being in an ON state for a long time due to the existence of the interval time before opening. is now possible.

Then, when the round game of the final round (maximum round) is completed, the jackpot end interval time (hereinafter referred to as "end INT") is started across the INT between Rs related to the final round. This "end INT" is an interval section from the end of the R interval INT related to the final round to the end of the jackpot game, and defines the section in which the ending performance (hereinafter referred to as "ED performance") is performed. Indicates time span. A series of jackpot games are terminated after the end INT has elapsed. In addition, when the end INT is started, the main control section 20 transmits a "jackpot end command" to the effect control section 24. - 特許庁This "jackpot end command" includes final round end information and information that can specify the game state (shift destination game state) after the end of the jackpot game. When the performance control part 24 receives the jackpot end command, it grasps that the round game of the final round has ended, controls the appearance of the ED performance, and shifts the performance mode after the end of the big win game to the transition destination game state. Control the transition to the production mode corresponding to. In this way, the production control unit 24 side grasps the progress of the jackpot game by various commands (jack start command, jackpot opening command, interval command between rounds, jackpot end command, etc.) sent during the jackpot game. It is designed so that an appropriate performance can be produced.

Note that the maximum number of rounds and maximum open time can be determined as appropriate. In any case, regarding the profit status during the jackpot game (the number of balls released (average number of balls released during one jackpot game)), the higher the maximum number of rounds is relatively, the higher it becomes. The longer the maximum open time becomes, the higher the value becomes. In the case of this embodiment, when focusing only on the number of balls released during the jackpot game, the advantage (degree of profit) is "2R probability variable jackpot < 5R time saving A jackpot, 5R time saving B jackpot, 5R probability variable jackpot < 10R probability variable jackpot , in fact, it is preferable to determine the above-mentioned advantage in consideration of various factors such as the game state to be shifted after the winning game described later and the symbol lottery rate (this will be described later). do). Also, the duration of the start INT and/or the end INT may vary depending on the type of win. Also, even if the winning type is the same, the start INT and/or the end INT may differ depending on the game state at the time of winning (see FIGS. 6 to 12, 15 to 18, etc. described later). In addition, in the present invention, the INT between R (3000 ms) is the same regardless of the type of hit, but the INT between R may be different for at least a part of the hit type (for example, INT between R only for 2R probability variable jackpots) is 2750 ms). Also, in at least part of the hit type, the INT between R may be different between one or more specific round numbers and other round numbers (for example, in the 10R probability variable jackpot, only the 5R is set to 2500 ms, or 5 to 6R 2500m by eye, etc.).

(5-3. About transition destination game state after winning game)
Next, with reference to FIG. 4, the game state to be shifted after the winning game is completed will be described. The column of the game state at the time of winning in FIG. 4 shows the relationship between the game state at the time of winning and the game state to be shifted to the winning game according to the winning type. In this embodiment, when a big win is won, the game state after the end of the big win game is determined according to the type of the big win and the game state at the time of winning.

When "2R probability variable big win", "5R probability variable big win" and "10R probability variable big win" are won, they are shifted to "variable probability state (variable probability)" regardless of the game state at the time of winning. These big hits are referred to as "variable probability big hits" in that they trigger the transition to the variable probability state. In the case of shifting to this "probability change state", the number of executions of the special symbol variation display game (the number of variations of the special symbol) is continued until the predetermined prescribed number of times is completed, and the big hit within the prescribed number of times (however, When the special symbol variation display game ends without winning (excluding small wins that do not trigger the transition to the internal game state), the game is shifted to the normal state from the next game. In the case of the present embodiment, the total number of executions of the special symbol variation display games 1 and 2 (total number of variations of the special symbols 1 and 2)) is counted as the number of times the special symbol variation display game is executed. as well).

In this embodiment, when the special symbol variation display game ends a predetermined number of times without winning the big hit after the transition to the game state (probability variable state or latent probability state) in which the jackpot lottery probability is at least high probability, the high probability It is an "ST type (number of times cut probability machine)" that terminates the probability and shifts the jackpot lottery probability to a low probability. Hereinafter, the stipulated number of times of the special symbol variation display game (the number of variations of the special symbols) in which this high probability state is continued will be referred to as "ST number" as necessary.

In this embodiment, "65536 times" is set as the number of STs. This number of STs is almost certainly a variable state ( high probability state) can be continued. In addition, until the next big hit is won, the variable probability state may be continued 100% (for example, the ST number is infinite, or the ST number itself is not provided) (general probability variable type). In addition, in order to set the continuation rate of the probability variable state to a moderate consecutive rate (for example, the pattern lottery rate of the probability variable jackpot 65%), the number of STs is set to an appropriate value (for example, the number of STs = 33 to 35 times) May be set.

In addition, when "5R time saving A jackpot" or "5R time saving B jackpot" is won, regardless of the game state at the time of winning, the game is shifted to "time saving state (time saving)". These jackpots are referred to as "time-saving jackpots" in that they trigger the transition to the time-saving state. When the transition is made to the "time saving state", the number of executions of the special symbol variation display game (the number of special symbol variations) continues until a predetermined specified number of times (hereinafter referred to as "time saving number") is completed, When the special symbol variation display game ends without winning the jackpot (however, excluding the small wins that do not trigger the transition to the internal game state) within the time-saving number of times, the game will be shifted to the normal state from the next game. there is

In this embodiment, in the case of the 5R time saving A jackpot, it is shifted to "time saving A", and in the case of the 5R time saving B jackpot, it is transferred to "time saving B". Both of this “time saving A” and “time saving B” belong to “time saving state (time saving)”, but the conditions for ending the time saving state are different, and they are transferred to “time saving A”. When the number of times of time saving is set to 100 times, the number of times of time saving is set to 50 times when it is shifted to "time saving B". It should be noted that it is possible to appropriately determine which number of times of time reduction is determined. In addition, in the case of a big hit, only the high probability state is terminated when a predetermined number of STs (for example, 50 times) is completed after shifting to the variable probability state after the jackpot game (the special figure probability variable function is turned OFF), It is possible to provide a special big hit that shifts the game state to "low probability state + electric sapo state", that is, "time saving state (for example, time saving 50 times)" (semi-ST type). This big hit is a big hit that gives "50 ST times + 50 times of time saving", but it is treated as belonging to the variable probability big hit in terms of shifting to the variable probability state first.

<6. Restrictions on ball output performance>
By the way, in recent years, in order to moderately suppress arousal of gambling spirit, regulations have been established on the ball output performance of gaming machines in accordance with legal requirements. For example, the ball output rate (safe ball / out ball) in the short-term test (1 hour) related to the above type test is limited from the upper limit of the ball output rate of "300% (old standard)" to "220% (new standard)". (Regulations Concerning Approval and Type Examination, etc. of Game Machines Appended Table 4 Technical Standards for Pachinko Machines (Related to Article 6) (1) Performance Standards B (C), etc.). This regulation has a great impact on the performance of ball delivery, especially in the case of consecutive games. Specifically, if the firing time is 1 hour, the number of out balls is 6000 (the firing performance of the launcher 32 is 100 shots/minute x 60 minutes = 6000 shots). %”, safe balls are allowed up to 18,000 shots per hour (6,000 x 300% = 18,000 shots/h). However, under the new standard, the maximum ball output rate is limited to 220%, so the upper limit of safe balls is reduced to 13,200 shots per hour (6,000 x 220% = 13,200 shots/h). Especially during the time-saving state and the variable probability state, it will be under a high base state (under a state with an electric sapo), so if the jackpot is excessively continuous, it can easily exceed the upper limit ball rate of 220% (13200 shots). It will be disqualified in the type test. For example, when the base value under the electric sapo state is 70 (BA70), the safe ball by the general electric open game is 4200 shots in one hour (BA70 x 100 shots/minute x 60 minutes = 4200 shots). Therefore, if it is the old standard, it is possible to pay out "13800 shots" of "18000 shots - 4200 shots" by the jackpot game, but in the new standard it is possible to pay out "9000 shots" of "13200 shots - 4200 shots". You just won't be able to pay it out. Therefore, under the above regulations, it is required to devise ways to control the performance of winning balls so as to make it easier to pass (conform to) the type test without impairing the feeling of winning balls as much as possible.

It is a big hit when the number of paid balls increases greatly in a short period of time. Therefore, in order to pass the model test, it is necessary to increase the number of waste balls during the big hit and reduce the ball output speed. If one INT) is held for a longer period of time than before, even if a series of big wins occur, the increase in the base value will be suppressed, making it difficult to exceed the legal regulation value, and the conformity rate of the type test will increase. However, if the INT period is set to a long period, for example, the interval time of the start INT is many times longer than the conventional time scale, the player will feel boredom (for example, Feeling boredom, tiredness, and discomfort), feeling stress, and distrusting the game itself. Therefore, it is necessary to consider the following points (1) and (2).
(1) Rather than making the jackpot game period blindly long, consider the effect on the performance of ball output and the effect on the feeling of ball output due to the speed of ball output. It is important to determine an appropriate jackpot game period considering the relationship between a relatively high jackpot and a relatively low advantage jackpot.
(2) When the jackpot game period is extended more than before, it is important to devise the effects during the jackpot game so as not to cause the player to feel the delay.
In view of such problems, it is an object of the present invention to provide a gaming machine that easily conforms to the model test and prevents the jackpot game period from becoming monotonous. To provide, for example, a game machine capable of increasing conformity rate to a model test and preventing a player from feeling boredom and boredom even if a long winning game period is set.

<7. Specific Examples 1 to 5>
Using FIGS. 6 to 21, the jackpot game period and the effect during the jackpot game (during hit effect) according to the first embodiment will be described in detail. 6 to 21 are diagrams used for explaining specific examples 1 to 5 according to the first embodiment. Hereinafter, specific examples 1 to 5 of the first embodiment are abbreviated as "this example 1, this example 2, this example 5".

(Specific example 1: FIGS. 6 to 12)
First, specific example 1 (present example 1) will be described with reference to FIGS. 6 to 12. FIG. FIG. 6 shows the relationship between the types of jackpots, the time scale of each INT, and the degree of advantage between the jackpots of Example 1, and FIGS. It is an explanatory diagram used for explaining the period and the effect during the winning.

FIG. 6(A) shows the types of big hits in Example 1. FIG. In this example 1, as shown in FIG. 6 (A), as the jackpot type on the special figure 1 side, "5R time saving A jackpot (time saving number of times 100 times)" and "5R probability variable jackpot" are provided, and the special figure 2 side jackpot As types, "5R time saving A big hit (time saving number of times 100 times)" and "10R probability variable big hit" are provided. FIG. 6B is an INT table summarizing each interval time for the jackpot type according to the first example. The illustrated INT table shows "total INT" obtained by totaling each interval time of start INT, R-interval INT and end INT for each gaming state when each jackpot is won. In addition, the column of "category name" shows the identification name of each jackpot attached for convenience of explanation (see FIGS. 13A to 13D described later), and "α, β" in the prefix are respectively on the special figure 1 side , Shows the special figure 2 side, and the notation "N, S, F" indicates winning during normal, winning during time saving, and winning during probability variation.

First, with reference to FIGS. 6 to 12, the details of the jackpot game related to each jackpot according to the specific example 1 will be described in detail. Hereinafter, for the convenience of explanation, the special figure 1 side "5R time saving A jackpot" is "special figure 1 side 5R time saving A", the special figure 1 side "5R probability variable jackpot" is "special figure 1 side 5R probability variation" , The special figure 2 side "5R time saving A big hit" is abbreviated as "special figure 2 side 5R time saving A", and the "10R probability variable big hit" on the special figure 2 side is abbreviated as "special figure 2 side 10R probability variation". In addition, if necessary, the normal state is abbreviated as “normal”, the time saving state as “time saving”, and the probability change state as “probability change”.

(Regarding "First Hit" and "Renzo Middle Hit")
First, in order to facilitate the understanding of the present invention, a description will be given of hits and initial hits in consecutive games. "First hit" generally refers to a big hit that is a continuous opportunity (an opportunity to shift to a state with an electric sapo or an opportunity to shift to a potential probability), in other words, a jackpot that is won during a normal state. In the case of this embodiment, during the normal state (during the state without electric sapo), it is advantageous to hit left. The symbol variation display game 1 is executed. Therefore, when it is called "first hit", it is basically a big hit on the special figure 1 side ("special figure 1 side 5R time saving A" or "special figure 1 side 5R probability change"). However, even if the player is playing correctly, the special symbol variation display game 2 on the special figure 2 side is executed during the normal state, and the big hit on the special figure 2 side ("special figure 2 side 5R time saving A" or "special figure 2 side There can be an "irregular winning (first irregular winning)" that "10R probability variation" on the side of Fig. 2 is won. For example, during the time saving state, it is placed under the state with electric sapo, many game balls enter the lower start port 35, and special figure 2 operation holding balls are frequently generated. Therefore, at the end of the time saving state (in the case of time saving A, at the end of the 100th rotation of the pattern variation), there are many cases where the special figure 2 operation reservation ball remains. In this case, the remaining special figure 2 operation retention ball will be digested in the normal state after the time saving state. For this reason, the above-mentioned "irregular winning" can occur in which the jackpot on the special figure 2 side is won during the normal state. In this case, the "first hit" is either "Special 2 side 5R time saving A" or "Special 2 side 10R probability change" on the special 2 side, but this case is an irregular case, so it is an exception You may exclude it from the beginning and treat it as a thing. In addition, there are the following cases of irregular winning.

During the normal state, when the player carelessly or intentionally hits to the right, the general electric open game is occasionally executed and the game ball enters the lower start port 35, resulting in a special on the special figure 2 side. This is a case where the symbol variation display game 2 is executed and the jackpot on the side of the special figure 2 is won (second irregular winning). Also in this case, the "first hit" is an irregular case that is either the special figure 2 side big hit "special figure 2 side 5R time saving A" or "special figure 2 side 10R probability change". When referred to as "first hit" in this specification, as a general rule, the special figure 1 side jackpot (in the case of this example 1, "special figure 1 side 5R time saving A" or "special figure 1 side 5R probability change") explain.

Also, when it is called a "hit during a run", it means a big hit won in a state with an electric support (high base state) such as a time saving state or a variable probability state. In the case of this embodiment, when the electric sapo is present, it is advantageous to hit to the right. Therefore, if the player is playing correctly, the player normally enters the lower starting port 35, and the special symbol variation display game 2 on the side of the special figure 1. is being executed. Therefore, when it is called "hit in a row", it is basically a big hit on the special 2 side (in the case of this example 1, "special 2 side 5R time saving A" or "special 2 side 10R variable") is. However, immediately after the end of the big hit game due to the first hit, that is, immediately after shifting to the time saving state or the probability variable state, there is a possibility that the special figure 1 operation retention ball remains, but the special figure 2 operation retention ball is "zero" Very likely. Therefore, even in the state with electric sapo (during the time saving state or the variable state), the remaining special figure 1 operation retention ball is digested until the special figure 2 operation retention ball is generated, and the special figure The special symbol variation display game 1 on the side 1 is executed. For this reason, there can be "irregular winning (third irregular winning)" that the jackpot on the special figure 1 side is won while the power supply is present. In addition, even if the player inadvertently or intentionally hits left while the power supply is present, the special symbol variation display game 1 on the side of the special figure 1 can be executed, so the same irregular winning (third irregular winning). However, in this specification, the irregular winning on the special figure 1 side that occurs during the state with an electric sapo is excluded from the "hit during the consecutive house" unless it is particularly necessary. Therefore, in the case of this embodiment, the target of the hit during the consecutive villas (the jackpot for the consecutive villas) is exclusively the big hit on the special figure 2 side.

As for the number of hits during consecutive games, the so-called "number of consecutive games", the number of wins including the first hit is counted. For example, the first hit is the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A, and in the case of winning the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A during the time saving state after the big hit game, 1 middle win)” will be counted. Note that the number of times excluding the first win may be counted as the "number of consecutive games". In this case, only the jackpots won during the time saving state or the variable probability state are counted as the number of consecutive games.

(7-1. Regarding the special figure 1 side “5R time saving A big hit”: Figures 6 and 7)
With reference to FIG. 6 and FIG. 7, the jackpot game when winning "special figure 1 side 5R time saving A" will be described first.

As shown in FIG. 7, the jackpot game period related to "Special figure 1 side 5R time saving A" is the start INT of "total 15000ms" including OP section 1 to OP section 4, and the maximum open time related to the round game 29800ms 1R to 5R round game period, 3000ms R interval INT (total 15000ms) after each round game, and "total 43000ms" end INT including ED section 1 to ED section 8 .

The jackpot game period when winning "Special Figure 1 Side 5R Time Saving A" is the same regardless of the game state at the time of winning (in this example, normal, time saving, or variable). There is no change in the interval time (start INT, R interval INT, end INT) of each game section and the total interval time (total INT) regardless of whether the game is won during the normal period, the time reduction period, or the probability variable period. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 6(B),
・Start INT “15000 ms”+R INT “15000 ms”+End INT “43000 ms”=Total INT “73000 ms”.

It should be noted that this embodiment (first embodiment (this example 1 to this example 5)) mainly deals with a configuration in which the end INT is set to a long time (for example, about 40 seconds to 100 seconds). A configuration in which the start INT is set to a long time (for example, about 40 to 100 seconds) will be described later with reference to FIGS.

(7-1-1. About the production during the hit related to the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A)
Next, the effect during the hit related to the big hit game period of the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A will be described. The effect during the hit is mainly OP effect using the start INT at the start of the big win, "during round effect" using the round game, "inter-round effect" using the R interval INT, and the end INT. Consists of ED production. On the main control unit 20 side, each interval period is controlled, and on the production control unit 24 side, each period of the hit during production (each OP section, each round production/round end production section, each ED production). It controls the effect to be produced (the same applies to the second embodiment).

In the production during the hit of the present example 1, a story-like production of "story form" having a narrative relation is developed through all or part of the OP production to the ED production. In the present embodiment, as the story-like presentation, a "battle presentation (naval battle presentation)" is used to represent a naval battle between the own ship (main character) and an enemy ship (enemy character). In this battle production (naval battle production), until the final production result is derived and displayed, the jackpot won this time is hidden in the production, and depending on the production content developed in the battle production, A speculation factor for guessing whether or not the player has won the jackpot is provided so that the player can be entertained. In the case of this example 1, it is possible to conceal whether the big hit won this time is the winning of the special figure 1 side 5R short time A or the winning of the special figure 1 side 5R probability variation. For this reason, a combination of common decorative patterns (common decorative stop pattern), For example, when "even numbered symbols such as 222, 444, 666, 888, etc. (hereinafter referred to as "chance symbols")" are displayed, the decorative symbols are stopped, and which jackpot has been won is notified in the symbol variation display game. Therefore, when the "chance pattern" is stopped and displayed, the jackpot won this time is "special figure 1 side 5R time saving A" or "special figure" until the result of the battle production is derived and displayed. Whether it is "1 side 5R probability change" is hidden from the production. However, when the special figure 1 side 5R probability variation is won, the "chance design" is not 100% stop-displayed, and the "chance design" or the "probability variation design" can be stop-displayed with a predetermined probability. This "probability variation pattern" definitely notifies the probability variation big hit, and is, for example, a set of odd number symbols such as 111, 333, 555, 777. Which of the patterns 1 to 9 is to be finally stopped is determined by a predetermined lottery (decoration stop pattern lottery) based on the winning jackpot type.

(OP section 1 to OP section 3 related to special figure 1 side 5R time saving A)
As described above, the start INT related to the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A is divided into four OP sections, and the production (OP production) corresponding to each OP section is displayed. For example, the performance is as follows.
OP section 1: “Blessing production” to celebrate winning.
OP section 2: "Title effect" indicating the start of the battle effect (naval battle effect).
OP section 3: “Confrontation production” in which the own ship and the enemy ship face each other.
OP section 4: "Right-handed suggestion production" (fire guidance notification production) that encourages right-handed shooting. Here, in order to notify the player that the 1st round game will start soon, a launch guidance notification instructing a right shot is performed.
In addition, these OP effects are mainly displayed using image display effects, sound effects, and light effects, and flashy effects such as the movement of movable body accessories (for example, special figure 2 side 10R probability change described later The "extravagant effect" as in the case of winning (FIGS. 11 and 12) does not appear.

(Round game section related to special figure 1 side 5R time saving A, INT section between R)
During the round game and during the INT between R, a naval battle effect appears. A plurality of types of naval battle production scenarios A to C each having different production contents are prepared for the production scenario of the naval battle production. Which production scenario is selected is determined based on the jackpot type won this time. Specifically, the selection rate of naval battle production scenarios A, B, and C is, for example, 45%, 30%, 25% in the case of special figure 1 side 5R time saving A, in the case of special figure 1 side 5R probability variation , for example, 20%, 35%, 45%). Therefore, in the case of special figure 1 side 5R time saving A, scenario A is likely to be selected, and in the case of special figure 1 side 5R probability change, scenario C is likely to be selected, that is, which of naval battle production scenarios A to C The degree of expectation for winning the 5R probability variable jackpot differs depending on whether it appears. The player can enjoy the big win game while guessing the type of the big win won this time depending on which of the naval battle production scenarios A to C appears.

(ED section 1 to ED section 8 related to special figure 1 side 5R time saving A)
The end INT related to the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A is divided into eight ED sections, and an effect (ED effect) corresponding to each ED section appears. For example, the performance is as follows.
ED section 1 to ED section 2: "Final decisive battle production" that is performed before the result production of the above naval battle production. Here, a production (production according to the naval battle production scenario) is developed to agitate whether the own ship (main character) or the enemy ship (enemy character) will win.
ED section 3-4: "result effect" to notify the result of the naval battle effect. In the result production, if you win the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A, "defeat production" will appear, and if you win the special figure 1 side 5R probability change, "victory production" will appear. Here, we are dealing with the case where the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A is won, so as a result of the naval battle production, the enemy ship attacked and burned the own ship, and the main character side "defeated". A "defeat effect" to notify appears. By this "defeat effect", the player will know that the big hit this time was "special figure 1 side 5R time saving A". The details of the "victory effect" will be described later.
ED section 5: "Battle production end production" for notifying the end of the naval battle production. Here, for example, the characters "defeated..." are displayed. As a result, a series of naval battle productions ends.
ED section 6: "Movement destination game state suggestion effect". Here, the game state after the big hit game, the fact that the transition to the time-saving state (if you pay attention to the production mode, the fact that it will be shifted to the time-saving production mode) production (time-saving production mode transition suggestion production) appears. be done. In addition, the above "shift destination game state suggestion effect" (shift destination game state suggestion effect related to time saving state transition, transition destination game state suggestion effect related to probability change state transition described later) is executed in any section of the end INT Although it is good, when the battle effect is executed as in the present embodiment, it is preferable to cause the destination game state suggesting effect to appear at least after the result effect. This is because if the destination game state suggestive effect appears before the result effect, the result effect loses its significance.
ED section 7: "Caution calling effect". Here, an effect for notifying information that calls for attention such as prevention of addiction and forgetting to take a card appears. In addition, at least for the big hit that executes the "attention call effect", the above-mentioned "transfer destination game state suggestive effect" and "attention call effect" are caused to appear in duplicate, that is, these effects are overlapped in the same effect section. You may make it appear simultaneously (simultaneously).
ED section 8: "Time saving transition standby screen". Here, a standby screen waiting for the start of the symbol variation display game in the time saving production mode is displayed. Then, when the end INT has passed, a series of big hit games related to the special figure 1 side time saving A big hit will be ended.

(7-2. Regarding the special figure 1 side “5R probability variable jackpot”: Figure 6, Figure 8)
Next, with reference to FIGS. 6 and 8, the jackpot game when winning the "special figure 1 side 5R probability variation" will be described. In addition, the contents that are substantially the same as the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A jackpot will be described while omitting them as appropriate in order to avoid duplication.

When the special figure 1 side 5R probability variation is won, as already explained, in the symbol variation display game at the time of winning, the decorative symbol can be a chance symbol or the probability variation symbol can be stopped and displayed. When the decorative pattern stops as a chance pattern, a big win game shown in FIG. 8(A) is performed, and when the decorative pattern stops as a probability variable pattern, a big win game shown in FIG. 8(B) is performed. As shown in the figure, in either case, the duration of the start INT, the round game (maximum opening time), the INT between Rs, and the end INT does not change, and only the content of the effect during the hit is different. Hereinafter, the case where the decorative design stops at the chance design (Fig. 8 (a)) and the case where it stops at the probability variation design (Fig. 8 (b)) will be described separately.

(7-2-1. Jackpot game period when chance symbols are stopped: Fig. 8 (b))
With reference to FIG. 8 (b), the jackpot game period related to the stop of the chance pattern includes the start INT of "total 15000ms" including the OP section 1 to OP section 4, and the round game period of 1R to 5R (maximum open time 29800ms ), a 3000ms R interval INT after each round game (total 15000ms), and a “total 48000ms” end INT including the ED section 1 to ED section 9.

This chance pattern jackpot game period is the same regardless of the game state at the time of winning. There is no change in the total interval time. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 6(B),
・Start INT “15000 ms”+R INT “15000 ms”+End INT “48000 ms”=Total INT “78000 ms”.

As can be seen from FIG. 6 (B), the time width of the start INT, round game period, and INT between R when winning the special figure 1 side 5R probability variation is the same as in the case of "special figure 1 side 5R short time A" , and only the time width of the end INT is different. Specifically, the special figure 1 side 5R probability variation end INT is 5000ms longer than the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A end INT (43000ms).

(7-2-1A. Effect related to each game period when chance symbols are stopped)
Next, a description will be given of the effect during the hit related to the stop of the chance symbols. If it stops with a chance pattern, the naval battle production will appear, just like the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A, and the hit type won this time will be hidden, and the production result of the naval battle production will be derived. It is a production content that arouses expectations. The production during the hit that is developed when it stops with the chance pattern is basically the same as the case of the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A already explained, and the production contents of the end INT (especially, the production as a result of the naval battle production ) are different. It should be noted that, in the case of the winning effect associated with the stoppage of the chance symbols, as already explained, it is difficult to select the naval battle scenario A and the scenario C is more likely to be selected. Expectations for winning a big hit will increase. In the following, in order to avoid overlapping descriptions, we will focus on the production contents of the end INT different from the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A.

(ED section 1 to ED section 9 related to chance symbol stop)
As shown in the drawing, the ending INT related to the chance symbol stop is divided into nine ED sections, and an effect (ED effect) corresponding to each ED section is displayed. For example, the performance is as follows.
ED Sections 1 and 2: “Final decisive battle production” that is performed before the result production of the above naval battle production. Here, unlike the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A, the production (production according to the naval battle production scenario) that incites which of the own ship (main character) and the enemy ship (enemy character) will win is developed. . The production content up to this ED section 3 is substantially the same as the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A.
ED section 3-4: "result effect" showing the result of the naval battle effect. Here, we are dealing with the case where the special figure 1 side 5R probability variation is won, so as a result of the naval battle production, the enemy ship was sunk by the attack of the own ship, and the main character side "victory". ” appears. By this "victory effect", the player will know that the big hit this time was the special figure 1 side 5R probability variation. In addition, as a result effect, the same "defeat effect" as the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A may appear once, and then a "resurrection effect" in which the main character side "wins" may appear. In this resurrection production, allied reinforcements will appear and defeat the enemy ship to win a come-from-behind victory. This resurrection production appears with a predetermined probability, and is most likely to appear in the case of "naval battle production scenario A", which is likely to be selected in the case of special figure 1 side 5R time saving A, for example. Therefore, if the naval battle production scenario A appears and the "defeat production" appears in the result production, that is, even if the special figure 1 side 5R short-time A winning is in a rich state, the resurrection production appears. Due to the high expectations of the special figure 1 side 5R probability variation, the expectation of winning is maintained.
ED section 5: "Battle production end production" for notifying the end of the naval battle production. Here, for example, the characters "Victory!!" are displayed. A series of naval battle productions ends with this.
ED section 6: "Movement destination game state suggestion effect". Here, an effect (probability change mode transition suggesting effect) for notifying that the probability change state is shifted (if attention is paid to the effect mode, the effect is shifted to the probability change effect mode) is displayed.
ED section 7: "Caution calling effect". Here, an effect that calls attention to prevent addiction and forgetting to take a card appears.
ED section 8: "Production of manufacturer's logo". Here, an advertisement-like effect appears, such as displaying the manufacturer's logo. This maker logo effect will not appear when winning the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A.
ED section 9: "Probability change transition standby screen". Here, a standby screen waiting for the start of the variable symbol display game in the variable probability effect mode is displayed.

When the end INT has passed by the above, a series of big hit games related to the special figure 1 side 5R probability variation (when the chance symbol is stopped) will be terminated.

(7-2-2. Jackpot game period related to stoppage of variable symbols; Fig. 8 (B))
Next, a description will be given of the jackpot game period related to the probability variation symbol stop time. As shown in FIG. 8 (B), the big hit game period related to the stop of the probability variation pattern differs only in that the start INT is configured from OP section 1 to OP section 3, and the other points are the jackpot game related to the stop of the chance pattern. Same as period. However, the production during the hit is greatly different.

(7-2-1B. About the production related to each game period related to the stop of the probability variation pattern)
In the winning performance related to the stopping of the probability variation pattern, the winning of the special figure 1 side 5R probability variation is definitely notified because the probability variation pattern is already stopped and displayed in the symbol variation display game at the time of winning. Therefore, here, instead of a naval battle production that can conceal the winning jackpot type, the “5R probability winning blessing production” (OP section 1 to OP section 3) that celebrates the winning of the special figure 1 side 5R probability change appears. It is designed to be

(OP section 1 to OP section 3 related to the probability variation pattern stop)
As described above, the start INT is divided into three OP sections, and the following effects appear, for example.
OP section 1: “Blessing production” that celebrates the probability of winning. Here, for example, "variable probability big hit!" is displayed.
OP section 2: "music selection effect" in which BGM can be selected. Here, a music selection effect is displayed for the player to select his or her favorite BGM from among a plurality of types of BGM1 to BGM3. This music selection effect is one aspect of the player participation type effect using the operation means such as the direction key 75 . Specifically, the player can select the BGM type displayed on the liquid crystal screen by operating the direction key 75, and the selected BGM type is automatically determined when the selectable period elapses. It has become so. It should be noted that the selectable period is 6000 ms, which is the rendering time width of the OP section 2 .
OP section 3: A “song determination effect” for announcing the determined song (BGM name) and a “right-handed suggestion effect” appear.

(Round game section, INT section between R)
During the round game and the INT between R, the BGM decided by the player in the music selection effect is played, and the characters (warships, weapons, etc.) appearing in the naval battle effect are displayed. An introductory performance” will appear.

(ED section 1 to ED section 9 related to the probability variation pattern stop)
As shown in the figure, the end INT related to the probability variation symbol stop is divided into nine ED sections, and an effect (ED effect) corresponding to each ED section appears. For example, the performance is as follows.
ED section 1: "Selection effect start effect". Here, in the following ED sections 2 to 4, it is displayed that selection effects (character selection effects, first item selection effects, and second item selection effects, which will be described later) will start. Here, during the ED production, multiple types of selection effects (multiple types of player-participation type effects) with different production contents appear, and the player selects his/her favorite ship (main character). Then, the player is allowed to select artillery (items) to be equipped on the selected own ship, and the player can decorate the warship to his/her choice (dress change effect). In this way, the player can not only select a favorite character, but also select dress-up items (decoration items), thereby entertaining the player. It's becoming In particular, the special figure 1 side 5R probability variable jackpot is about 5000ms longer than the end INT (43000ms) of the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A, so by executing multiple types of selection effects, the extended amount A feeling of lengthening can be prevented. This selection production is a production that does not appear in the production during the hit related to the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A or the production during the hit related to the stop of the chance pattern, and is one aspect of the player participation type production, like the music selection production. is.
ED section 2: "Character selection effect" in which you can select your own ship (main character). Here, a selection effect is presented for the player to select his/her own ship to appear in the variable probability effect mode from among a plurality of types of warships 1 to 4. The character selected here is used as the main character to appear in the background display effect and the advance notice effect during the pattern variation display game.
ED section 3: "First item selection effect" for selecting the main gun (first item). Here, as the first artillery to be equipped on the ship, a selection effect is displayed for the player to select a preferred type of main artillery from among a plurality of types of main artillery 1 to 8.
ED section 4: "Second item selection effect" for selecting a secondary gun (second item). Here, as the second artillery to be equipped on the own ship, a selection effect is displayed for allowing the player to select a weapon of choice from among a plurality of types of secondary guns 1-8. Your own ship is decorated with the guns (items) selected in the above ED section 3-4.
ED section 5: "Selected effect end effect". Here, the own ship decorated in the ED sections 2 to 4 described above is displayed. As a result, a series of selection effects is terminated.

ED section 6: the above-mentioned "transition destination game state suggestion effect". Here, an effect (probability change effect mode shift suggestion effect) for notifying that the state is shifted to the probability change state appears.
ED section 6: The above-mentioned "attention calling effect" appears.
ED Section 7: The above "manufacturer's logo effect" appears.
ED section 8: The above "probability variation transition standby screen" appears.

When the end INT has passed by the above, a series of big hit games related to the special figure 1 side 5R probability variation (when the probability variation pattern is stopped) will be terminated.

(7-3. About special figure 2 side “5R time saving A big hit”: Figure 6, Figure 9)
Next, with reference to FIG. 9, the jackpot game when winning the "special figure 2 side 5R time saving A" will be described. In addition, the contents that are substantially the same as the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A jackpot or the special figure 1 side 5R probability variable jackpot will be described while omitting them as appropriate in order to avoid duplication.

The jackpot game period related to "Special figure 2 side 5R time saving A" is, as shown in FIG. Start INT of "total 15000ms" including (when the number of consecutive games ≤ 10 times), round game period of 1R to 5R (maximum opening time 29800ms), and INT between R of 3000ms after each round game (total 15000ms) and an end INT of “total 7500 ms” including ED interval 1 to ED interval 2. The end INT (7500ms) related to the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A has the shortest time width compared to other big hits.

This jackpot game period is the same regardless of the game state at the time of winning, and the interval time of each game section and the total interval time when winning in any of normal, time reduction, and variable probability. There is no change in Specifically, as shown in FIG. 6(B),
・Start INT “15000 ms”+R INT “15000 ms”+End INT “7500 ms”=Total INT “37500 ms”.

However, when winning the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A, the production during the hit is different depending on whether or not the predetermined conditions are satisfied. Concretely, depending on the number of consecutive games, the performance during winning is different. In this embodiment, the duration of each INT is the same regardless of the number of consecutive games, but when the number of consecutive games shown in FIG. (Time-saving winning pattern A: Normal winning performance), If the number of consecutive houses shown in FIG. be done. In other words, when the number of consecutive games is equal to or greater than the specified number (10 times in this example), the performance during the SP win is displayed as a privilege to congratulate the player.

It should be noted that in this example 1, depending on the number of consecutive residences even when the probability variation jackpot (for example, special figure 2 side 10R probability variation) is elected, the production during the SP hit is displayed (details about this will be described later), The performance during SP winning when winning the probability variable jackpot is different from that when winning the time-saving jackpot. The reason is as follows. In the case of a time-saving jackpot, it is shifted to a time-saving state (low probability), so there is a great possibility that the continuous state will be interrupted by this time-saving jackpot. However, in the case of a definite variable jackpot, it is shifted to a definite variable state (high probability), so the continuation of the continuous state is almost guaranteed. Therefore, in the case of a time-saving jackpot, the ``1st SP hit production'' (time-saving winning pattern B) considering that the continuous state is interrupted, and in the case of a probability variable jackpot, the continuation of the continuous state is taken into consideration. 2nd SP Winning Production" (Potential Winning Pattern 4 (see FIG. 12(b)), which will be described later), appears.

Below, if you win the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A, if the number of consecutive houses is less than 10 times (time saving pattern A) and if the number of consecutive homes is 10 times or more (time saving winning pattern B) Separately, the production during the hit will be described.

(7-3-1A. About the hit during the winning pattern A (the number of consecutive houses is less than 10 times))
First, the above-mentioned "election pattern A during time saving" will be described as shown in FIG. 9(b).

(OP section 1 to OP section 3 related to winning pattern A during time saving)
When the number of consecutive games is less than 10, the OP section of the start INT is divided into three as shown in FIG.
OP section 1: “Blessing production” to announce the winning. Here, a “normal blessing effect” (blessing effect for winning the special figure 2 side 5R short time A and less than 10 times of consecutive residences) is displayed.
OP section 2: "music selection effect". Here, as in the case of "special figure 1 side 5R probability variation at the time of probability variation symbol stop" described in FIG. As for the BGM types, new BGM (new songs) are added according to the number of times of consecutive residences, so that the range of options for BGM types is widened. For example, a new BGM is added one by one from the 2nd to 7th consecutive villas, no additional BGM is added from the 8th to 9th consecutive villas, and a special BGM is added for the 10th or more consecutive villas. (The same applies when winning the "Special Figure 2 side 10R probability change" described later).
OP section 3: The above-mentioned "music decision effect" and "right-handed suggestion effect" appear.
Note that these OP effects are mainly produced using image display effects, sound effects, and light effects, and flashy effects such as the movement of movable accessories are not produced.

(Round game section related to winning pattern A during time saving, INT section between R)
During the round game and during the R INT, the BGM decided by the player in the above music selection effect is played, and as in the case of the above "special figure 1 side 5R probability variation when the probability variation pattern is stopped", "character introduction "Performance" will appear. However, the "character introduction effect" here is a "character introduction effect" for the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A.

(ED section 1 to ED section 2 related to winning pattern A during time saving)
As shown in the figure, the end INT related to the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A is divided into two ED sections, and in the case of normal hit production, for example, the following ED production appears.
ED section 1: the above-mentioned "transition destination game state suggestion effect". Here, as in the case of special figure 1 side time saving A, it is notified that it will be shifted to the time saving state. However, unlike the transition destination game state suggestion effect (for the first time) when winning the special figure 1 side 5R short time A winning, it is for continuous play (for special figure 2 side 5R short time A winning during short time / variable state) transition destination game state suggestion effect appears.
ED section 2: The above "time saving transition standby screen". Here, as in the case of the special figure 1 side time saving A, a standby screen waiting for the start of the symbol variation display game in the time saving production mode is displayed.

When the end INT has passed by the above, a series of big hit games related to the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A will be ended.

(7-3-1B. About the hit during the winning pattern B (the number of consecutive houses is 10 times or more))
Next, the above-mentioned "winning pattern B during time saving" (performance during the first SP winning) shown in FIG. 9(b) will be described.

(OP section 1 related to winning pattern B during time saving)
When the number of consecutive games is 10 or more, as shown in FIG. 9(b), there is one OP section of the start INT, and for example, the following effect appears.
OP section 1: "First special title effect". Here, as part of the effect during the winning, a specific title indicating the start of the effect during the first SP winning is displayed.

(Round game section related to winning pattern B during time saving, INT section between R)
During the round game and during the INT between R, for example, a movie for effect during the first SP is displayed.

(ED section 1 to ED section 2 related to winning pattern B during time saving)
As shown in the drawing, the ending INT related to the winning pattern B during time saving is divided into two ED sections, and in the case of the production during the first SP, for example, the following ED production appears.
ED section 1: "First special end effect". Here, as a part of the effect during the winning, the first special end effect for informing the end of the effect during the first SP winning appears. This first special end effect is a effect that appears only when the special figure 2 side time saving A is won, that is, it is substantially an effect that notifies that the game state after the big hit game is shifted to the time saving state. be. In this regard, this special end effect works as a "transition destination game state suggesting effect" for notifying that the game will be shifted to the time saving state. In addition, in the first special end effect, a setting suggesting effect is displayed redundantly as a privilege.
ED section 2: “Time saving transition standby screen” (same as winning pattern A during time saving).

When the end INT has passed by the above, a series of big hit games related to the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A will be ended.

(7-4. Regarding the special figure 2 side “10R probability variable jackpot”: Figure 6, Figure 10 to Figure 12)
Next, with reference to FIG. 6 and FIGS. 10 to 12, the jackpot game when winning the "special figure 2 side 10R probability variation" will be described. The big hit game period related to this special figure 2 side 10R probability change differs according to the game state at the time of winning, unlike other big hits. Below, using FIGS. 10 to 12, during time saving (winning during consecutive games), during probability change (winning during consecutive games), and during normal (above 1st irregular winning) Jackpot games will be explained sequentially. continue.

(7-4A. Jackpot game period when winning special figure 2 side 10R probability variation during time saving: Figure 11)
First, with reference to FIG. 11, the case of winning the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation during time saving (hereinafter also abbreviated as "special figure 2 side 10R probability variation winning during time saving") will be described.

In the case of time-saving special figure 2 side 10R probability variable winning, as shown in FIG. ), 3000ms R interval INT (total 30000ms) after each round game, ED section 1 to ED section 8 (in the case of winning pattern 1 during time saving described later) or ED section 1 to ED section 4 (during time saving described later (in the case of winning pattern 2), and an end INT of "total 45500 ms". Specifically, as shown in FIG. 6(B),
・Start INT “23000 ms”+R INT “30000 ms”+End INT “45500 ms”=Total INT “98500 ms”.

As can be seen from FIG. 6(B), the start INT when the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation is elected is 8000ms longer than the start INT (15000ms) of the other big hits. In this example 1, the 10R probability variation on the special figure 2 side is a jackpot (highest advantage jackpot) that gives the highest profit (highest ball output), and the increase in the base value is higher than other jackpots, so as much as possible This is because it is preferable to set INT for a long time.

(7-4A-1. Regarding the performance during the time saving special figure 2 side 10R variable winning)
The effect during the hit related to the time saving special figure 2 side 10R probability variable winning is designed to differ in its effect mode depending on whether or not a predetermined condition is satisfied. In this example 1, the first hit is a time-saving jackpot (for example, special figure 1 side 5R time saving A) or special figure 1 side 5R probability variation when the chance pattern is stopped, special figure 1 when the first hit is when the probability variation pattern is stopped The above "change of clothes effect" as in the case of the side 5R probability change is not executed. Therefore, when the time-saving special figure 2 side 10R probability variation is won, if the above-mentioned "clothing effect" is not executed at the time of the previous jackpot, this "wearing" during the end INT at the time of winning Alternate production" is executed. In this case, during the winning effect, the illustrated "during winning effect relating to winning pattern 1 during time saving" (during winning effect type for changing clothes effect) is selected. On the other hand, when the above "change of clothes effect" has already been executed, the illustrated "win effect according to winning pattern 2 during time saving" (non-change of clothes effect win effect type) is selected.

(7-4A-2A. About the hit production related to winning pattern 1 during time saving)
The effect during winning according to the winning pattern 1 during time saving will be described.

(OP section 1 to OP section 3 related to winning pattern 1 during time saving)
In the case of the winning production according to the winning pattern 1 during the time saving, as shown in the figure, the OP section of the start INT is divided into three, and for example, the following production appears.
OP section 1: “Blessing production” to celebrate winning. Here, in order to inform you that you have won the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation with the highest degree of advantage, image display effects such as "super big hit!" and a special sound effect (e.g., an impact sound or a thunderclap sound), and a "flashy effect" such as moving the movable body accessories (the flower-shaped accessory 90 and the clock-shaped accessory 80) in a dedicated operation pattern. (Special blessing effect) appears. The reason for performing this "flashy presentation" is as follows. As already explained, the start INT at the time of special figure 2 side 10R probability variable winning is extended by 8000ms than other big hits. Therefore, if there is no production contrivance, the extended period will cause the player to feel boredom and dullness. Therefore, in the present embodiment, a ``flashy performance'' using a movable accessory is displayed to report (bless) the fact that ``you have won a highly advantageous jackpot'', thereby uplifting the player. By giving them a feeling of superiority and superiority, they are trying not to create a feeling of boredom or dullness.

(Specific production example of flashy production)
In addition, the above-mentioned "flashy production" is a production mode that belongs to the same category as the "blessing production" that appears even in the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A, which has a low degree of advantage, but the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A The difference is that the number of types of production means used as described above is different, specifically, in the special 1 side 5R time saving A blessing production (normal blessing production), the image display production by the liquid crystal display device 36, Sound production by the speaker 46, light production by the decorative lamp 45 (LED for production) are used, but in the flashy production (special blessing production) of the special figure 2 side 10R probability, the movable body By adding a movable body production using a character, a production with a strong liveliness (magnificence degree) is produced. In other words, this is a case in which the number of types of effect means is relatively increased to increase the degree of flashiness of the effect, thereby realizing a "flashy effect".

As another technique, the same number of types of effecting means are used, but by varying the effect time width and/or effect mode of at least one effecting means, a flashy effect can be realized. For example, when using the decorative lamp 45 (light effect), when performing a normal blessing effect, part of the decorative lamp 45 (including other effect LEDs) (first light emitting unit (first light emitting area)) When performing a predetermined effect using the ) is used to perform a predetermined effect. That is, depending on the difference in the size of the light emitting area, the difference in the size of the light emitting area, and the difference in the light emitting mode, the flashy degree of the light effect may be lightly weighted to realize a flashy effect. For example, in the case of a normal blessing performance, a sober light performance without flashing and other than rainbow colors is executed, while in the case of a flashy performance, a flashing, rainbow-colored flashy light performance is executed. can be done. Also, in the case of (P) sound effects, the number of speakers 46 to be used and/or the volume of volume, etc., give weight to the flashiness of the sound effects. Depending on the presence or absence of so-called "effects (highlighting processing)" that overlaps display of drawing (image) processing and special images, and the presence or absence of flash display (flash display), etc. ) In the case of a movable body production, a flashy production may be realized by adding lightness to the degree of flashiness depending on the size of the movement range (differences in movement patterns) and the number of characters that move. (T) In addition, in order to achieve a "flashy presentation", the flower-shaped accessory 90, the clock-shaped accessory 80, and the player stimulus are used instead of limiting the two-dimensional presentation mode mainly to the image display presentation. By adding a three-dimensional presentation mode using one or a plurality of movable body roles such as a source role (pressurizing device, wind pressure device, or vibration device: not shown), the degree of flashiness is increased, and the player can It is suitable to arouse a feeling of exhilaration and superiority.

Moreover, by adopting the configuration described below, it is possible to prevent the feeling of boredom and dullness associated with the extended period from occurring. In the same way as the "configuration to once hide the big hit won this time" explained in FIG. In the symbol variation display game, the combination of common decorative symbols can be stopped and displayed, and at the end of the symbol variation display game, the type of jackpot won this time is hidden from the production (not limited to winning during time saving, normal Winning during medium or fixed change is also acceptable). And, in both the special figure 2 side 5R short time A winning and the special figure 2 side 10R time variable winning, it is a section that creates an inciting effect to incite the tension of which jackpot has been won, and the extension period (8000ms) It is used as a production section (agitation production section) for giving a period. In this case, if you win the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A, you will be notified of the winning of the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A during the fanning production section, while if you win the special figure 2 side 10R probability change, After the fanning production section, the above-mentioned "flashy production" that will not appear when the special figure 2 side 5R short time A win appears. Specifically, if you win the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A, 6000ms of the OP section 1 will be the fanning production section, and if you win the special figure 2 side 10R probability change, 6000ms of the 14000ms of the OP section 1 is assigned to the fanning production section, and the remaining 8000 ms is assigned to the flashy production section. In this case, rather than using the entire 14000 ms of the OP section 1 to simply perform a “flashy production”, a “flashy production from an inciting production” is developed, so it not only creates a sense of tension. , can act as a production section that gives an uplifting feeling. As a result, it is possible to more effectively prevent the player from feeling bored or bored at the start INT, which takes a relatively long time.

OP section 2: "Music selection effect" appears. Here, the above-mentioned FIG. 8 (B) (special figure 1 side 5R probability variation case when the probability variation pattern is stopped) and FIG. In the case of less than), a song selection effect appears.
OP section 3: The above-mentioned "music decision effect" and "right-handed suggestion effect" appear.

(Round game section related to winning pattern 1 during time saving, INT section between R)
During the round game and during the INT between Rs, the BGM decided by the player in the music selection effect is played, and the effect (music dependent effect) corresponding to the BGM appears. The production here is different from the above-mentioned "character introduction production", and an exclusive production corresponding to the determined BGM (for example, a historical naval battle image, etc.) appears.

(ED section 1 to ED section 8 related to time saving winning pattern 1)
As shown in the figure, the end INT according to the winning pattern 1 during the time saving is divided into eight ED sections. ”(Refer to the above “7-2-2A. About the effect related to each game period related to the probability variation symbol stop”), and a part of the same ED effect appears. in particular,
ED section 1: "Acquired number of balls notification effect" that informs the number of game balls acquired during the consecutive game (number of acquired balls). As for the number of winning balls here, the number of prize balls paid out during the jackpot game during consecutive games is counted.
ED section 2 to ED section 6: In the ED section 2 to ED section 6, the "selection effect start effect", the "character selection effect", the "first item selection effect", the "second item selection effect", A series of changing effects of the "selection effect ending effect" appear.
ED section 7: The above-mentioned "transition destination game state suggestion effect" appears.
ED section 8: The above "probability variation transition standby screen" appears.
In addition, in the winning pattern 1 during the time saving, unlike the "ED section 1 to ED section 9 related to the probability variation pattern stop" shown in FIG. This is because the player feels annoyed if the information unrelated to the game is displayed over and over every time a big win is made (the same applies to winning pattern 2 during time saving, which will be described later).

When the end INT has passed by the above, a series of big hit games related to the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation (when elected during time saving) will be terminated.

(7-4A-2B. About the hit production related to winning pattern 2 during time saving)
Next, with reference to the same figure, the effect during winning according to the winning pattern 2 during time saving will be described. It should be noted that, among the hit productions related to the winning pattern 2 during the time saving, the productions related to the OP section 1 to the OP section 3, the round game section, and the INT section between R are the same as the winning pattern 1 during the time reduction described above. The description is omitted to avoid description.

(ED section 1 to ED section 4 related to time saving winning pattern 2)
End INT in winning pattern 2 during time saving is divided into four ED sections as shown. The ending INT in the winning pattern 2 during time saving is partially different from the winning pattern 1 during time saving, and the following ED effect appears. in particular,
ED section 1: "Acquired number of balls notification effect" described above. However, a background display different from winning pattern 1 during time saving appears.
ED section 2: Player participation type "mini game production". Here, a so-called "mini-game" appears as a player-participation-type effect different from the winning pattern 1 (ED section 2 to ED section 6) during time saving. This mini-game has, for example, a game content (torpedo battle game) representing a torpedo battle between a submarine (main character) and an enemy fleet (enemy character). If you hit an enemy ship, you will get points, and when you reach a certain number of points, a setting suggestion effect will appear as a benefit. When launching a torpedo or aiming at an enemy ship, the effect button 13 (torpedo launch button) and direction keys 75 (aiming button) are used. In this torpedo battle game, for example, you can launch 5 torpedoes and earn 100 points each time a torpedo hits an enemy ship, and 200 points (100 points hit + 100 points sunk) for each time the enemy ship is sunk. 5 ships can be sunk), and a setting suggestion effect will appear when points are 700P or more. However, whether or not the torpedo is hit or sunk is determined by a predetermined lottery for the torpedo battle game each time the torpedo is fired. Therefore, if the player does not actively participate in the torpedo battle game, the possibility of obtaining points decreases and the possibility that the setting suggestion effect does not appear increases. is zero. The setting suggestion effect provides setting guess elements and is an important source of information that can affect the player's profits. ) will participate. As a result, it is possible to effectively prevent the player from feeling boredom or boredom even when completing the long interval time.

In addition, if the specified points cannot be achieved in this mini game (the above torpedo game, the air battle game described later), the next mini game by the next big hit (time-saving special figure 2 side 10R variable winning) will be zero again. Start from point (0P). However, if the specified points cannot be achieved in this mini-game, points will be added in the mini-game due to the next big hit (special figure 2 side 10R variable winning), and the total number of points will reach the specified points. Alternatively, the setting suggestion effect may be displayed. Also, although there are no particular restrictions on the content of the mini-game, if the player participates in the game, the player is notified of "specific information" that is beneficial to the player, such as "If you participate in the game, a setting suggestion effect may appear." It is preferable to adopt a player-participation-type production that increases the player's willingness to participate, such as The specific information includes, in addition to the setting suggestion information, for example, the number of winning balls ranking (for example, displaying the top five), the number of consecutive games ranking (not the ranking, but the number of consecutive games in the past may be used), Examples of the information include the history of jackpot winnings and the like. The jackpot winning history is information including the number of rotations from the previous jackpot winning (up to the first jackpot winning when the power is turned on) to the current jackpot winning (so-called "number of hits" between big wins), and set speculation elements. (A player can estimate a set value by comparing the practical probability of winning a big hit with the theoretical (designed value) probability of winning a big win.) In addition, the higher the jackpot lottery probability, the higher the number of consecutive homes ranking, the higher the number of consecutive homes. In detail, in this embodiment, the probability variable input rate is uniformly 65% regardless of the set value, that is, the rate of consecutive houses during the probability variable is the same regardless of the set value, but for the withdrawal during the time saving state, the jackpot election The higher the probability, the higher the pullback rate (shorter time rate). For example, when the low probability is 1/410 to 1/320 at settings 1 to 6, the pullback rate during 100 times of short working hours is from 1 to 6, from about 21.7% to about 26.9%. Become. Therefore, the higher the setting, the higher the number of consecutive homes, so the number of consecutive homes can be useful information for the setting inference factor. Also, the ranking of the number of balls won, the ranking of the number of consecutive games, or the jackpot winning history may be displayed only for the current day (from the time the power is turned on until the power is turned off), or the information for the previous day or several days ago. may be inherited and displayed, or the history for a plurality of days (for example, one week) may be displayed. In particular, if history information of at least the previous day (for example, from the previous day to one week ago) can be displayed for the jackpot winning history and the number of consecutive games, it will be an element for the player side to guess the sales strategy of the pachinko hall. , can be useful information for today's setting estimation.

In the ED section 3 to ED section 4, similarly to the winning pattern 1 during time saving, the above-mentioned "transition destination game state suggesting effect" and the above-mentioned "probability variation transition standby screen" appear.

When the end INT has passed by the above, a series of big hit games related to the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation (when elected during time saving) will be terminated.

(7-4B. Jackpot game period when winning special figure 2 side 10R probability variation during probability variation: Figure 12)
Next, with reference to FIG. 12, the case of winning the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation during probability variation (hereinafter also abbreviated as "special figure 2 side 10R probability variation winning during probability variation") will be described. It should be noted that substantially the same contents as the contents during the time saving special figure 2 side 10R probability variable winning explained in FIG. 11 will be omitted as appropriate to avoid overlapping description.

In the case of 10R probability variation winning on the special figure 2 side during probability variation, as shown in FIG. It is composed of 3000 ms R interval INT (total 30000 ms) after each round game and end INT of “total 45500 ms”. Although details will be described later, depending on whether or not a predetermined condition is satisfied, the OP section of the start INT and the ED section related to the end INT are the probability variable winning patterns shown in FIGS. 12 (a) and (b) 1 to 4 are branched.

The structure of the jackpot game period at the time of the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation winning during the probability variation is as shown in FIG.
・Start INT “23000 ms”+R INT “30000 ms”+End INT “45500 ms”=Total INT “98500 ms”.

(7-4B-1. Regarding the production during the hit when winning the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation during probability variation)
The production during the hit related to the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation winning during the probability variation is the same as the time of the time saving special figure 2 side 10R probability variation winning, depending on whether or not the predetermined conditions are satisfied, the production mode is different. ing. Specifically, during the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation winning during the time saving, as well as when the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation winning during the time saving Depending on the situation, the production scenario during the hit is branched.

In detail, according to a predetermined execution condition, the probability variable winning pattern 1 of the winning performance type for the changing performance is executed, or the probability variable winning patterns 2 to 4 of the winning performance type for the non-changing performance are executed. determine whether In addition, the winning patterns 2 to 4 during the probability change (non-dressing effect during winning performance type) are determined according to the number of times of consecutive residences, but if the above-mentioned "dressing effect" is not executed, the consecutive residences Regardless of the number of times, the probability variation winning pattern 1 of the winning medium performance type for changing clothes performance is preferentially executed. In this way, in the case of winning during the probability change, the performance during the hit will differ depending on the number of times of consecutive games, not only depending on whether or not the above "change of clothes performance" is executed. It is abundant. As a result, the jackpot game that lasts longer than other jackpot games is not monotonous and can be enjoyed. In the following, the effect during winning of the winning patterns 1 to 4 during probability variation will be described.

(7-4B-1A. Regarding the hit during the winning pattern 1 during the probability variation)
The performance during winning according to winning pattern 1 during variable probability is the same as the performance during winning according to winning pattern 1 during short time.

(7-4B-1B. Regarding the hit during the winning pattern 2 during the probability variation)
The performance during winning according to the winning pattern 2 during probability variation is the same as the performance during winning according to the winning pattern 2 during time saving. However, the winning performance related to this probability variable winning pattern 2 is selected when the number of consecutive games is the 2nd to 5th times (less than the predetermined prescribed number of times). In this example 1, since the performance type during the winning performance for the changing performance (time-saving winning pattern 1 or probability variable winning pattern 1) is preferentially selected, the case where the winning performance related to the probability variable winning pattern 2 is selected. is a case where the number of consecutive residences is at least 2 or more.

(7-4B-1C. Regarding the hit during the winning pattern 3 during the probability variation)
The winning performance related to the probability variable winning pattern 3 is selected when the number of consecutive games is the 6th to the 9th (less than the predetermined prescribed number of times). The effect during winning according to probability variable winning pattern 3 is different from the above time saving during winning pattern 2 in the effect (ED effect) at the end INT, and the other points are the same. Specifically, a mini-game having a different content from the mini-game (torpedo battle game) of time-saving winning pattern 2 appears, but the function of the mini-game itself is the same.

In the mini-game in the probability variable winning pattern 3, for example, the game content (air battle game) expresses the appearance of an air battle between the player's aircraft (main character) and an enemy aircraft (enemy character). If you shoot down an enemy plane, you will receive points, and when you reach a certain number of points, a setting suggestion effect will appear as a privilege. When firing a machine gun or aiming at an enemy aircraft, the effect button 13 (machine gun firing button) and direction keys 75 (aiming button) are used. In this air battle game, for example, if a machine gun is fired five times and the machine gun hits an enemy plane and shoots it down, you can get 200 points (maximum of 1000 points (shoot down 5 enemy planes)), and 800 points. By acquiring the above, the setting suggestion effect will appear. In this air battle game, as in the torpedo battle game, if the player does not actively participate, there is a possibility that the setting suggesting effect will not appear, and if the player does not participate at all, the setting suggesting effect can appear. gender is zero. Also, whether or not to shoot down is determined by a predetermined effect lottery, as in the torpedo battle game.

(Modified example of player participation type production)
In addition, the above-mentioned specific information (for example, information on at least one of setting suggestion information, winning ball number ranking, consecutive game number ranking, and jackpot winning history) is provided in a player participation type performance such as a mini game. As notification conditions for notification, for example, the following conditions (A1) to (A5) can be set. (A1) Performed only when the probability variation jackpot on the special figure 2 side is won, (A2) Performed at the time of the probability variation jackpot on the special figure 2 side (at least 2 consecutive villas), (A3) Only when the probability variation hit on the special figure 1 Do, (A4) when winning the variable jackpot on the special figure 2 side (or at the time of the variable jackpot on the special figure 2 side) and / or when winning the variable jackpot on the special figure 1 side, (A5) in the time saving state It is possible to set the notification condition such as performing when the big win is won (so-called when the big win is pulled back). In this way, by varying the contents of the player participation type presentation depending on the type of win, the amusement of the game can be improved.

In the ED section 1, ED section 3, and ED section 4, similarly to the winning pattern 1 during the time saving, respectively, the above "winning ball number notification effect", the above "transition destination game state suggestion effect", the above "probability variable transition standby screen will appear.

(7-4B-1D. Regarding the hit during the winning pattern 4 during the probability variation)
The hit-in-hit performance related to the probability-variable winning pattern 4 is selected when the number of consecutive games reaches 10 times (the number of consecutive games is a predetermined prescribed number). The hit during the winning pattern 4 during the probability variation is the above-mentioned "2nd SP winning during the performance" (second special winning during the performance), and when the number of consecutive villas reaches the specified number of times, it appears as a privilege. It is a special hit performance. In addition, although it is an extremely rare case, the jackpot where the "change of clothes effect" is not executed, specifically, the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A, the special figure 1 side 5R probability change when the chance pattern stops, or the special figure 2 side Only in the winning of 5R time-saving A, for example, if you win the number of consecutive houses 9 times, and in the 10th big hit (number of consecutive houses = 10), if you win the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation, winning pattern 4 during probability variation is not selected, and the winning pattern 1 during probability variation (type of winning performance for changing clothes performance) is preferentially selected. In this case, the winning pattern 4 during probability variation is selected only when the next and subsequent big hits in the continuous state are the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation. In this embodiment, as long as the jackpot related to the performance type during the dressing performance hit, which is the first execution condition, has not been elected during this consecutive residence, the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation is won and the number of consecutive residences Even if has reached the prescribed number of times (number of times of consecutive houses = 10 times), winning pattern 4 (second special ED effect) during probability variation is not executed. In the following, the effect during the hit according to the variable probability winning pattern 4 will be described.

(OP section 1 related to probability variation winning pattern 4 (per second SP performance))
As shown in FIG. 12(b), the during-hitting effect related to the probability-variable winning pattern 4 has two OP sections of the start INT, and for example, the following effect appears.
OP section 1: “Blessing production” that celebrates the probability of winning. Here, similarly to the OP section 1 related to the winning pattern 1 during time saving, a flashy effect appears. In addition, the effect mode may be the same as that of winning pattern 1 during time saving, or may be different.
OP section 2: "Second special title effect". Here, a specific title indicating the start of the effect during the second SP is displayed.
OP section 3: The above "Right-handed suggestion production".

(Round game section related to winning pattern 4 during probability variation, INT section between R)
During the round game and during the INT between R, for example, a movie for effect during the second SP is displayed.

(ED section 1 to ED section 3 according to winning pattern 4 during probability variation)
As shown in the drawing, the ending INT related to the probability variable winning pattern 4 is divided into three ED sections, and in the case of the normal winning medium production, for example, the following ED production appears.
ED section 1: Here, the movie appearing in the round game section and the INT section between R appears in this ED section 1. In addition, in the ED section 1, along with the movie, an effect for informing the number of acquired pitches appears in an overlapping manner.
ED section 2: "Second special end effect". Here, as a part of the effect during the second SP winning, a second special end effect for notifying the end of the effect during the second SP winning appears. This second special end effect is an effect that appears only when the special figure 2 side 10R probability variable winning, that is, is substantially an effect that informs that the game state after the big hit game is shifted to the probability variable state. be. In this respect, this special end effect works as a "transition destination game state suggesting effect" for notifying that the state is shifted to the variable probability state. In addition, in the second special end effect, a setting suggesting effect is displayed redundantly as a privilege.
ED section 3: The above "probability change transition standby screen" appears. Then, when the end INT has passed, a series of big win games will end.

In addition, when the probability variable winning pattern 4 is selected once, it will be selected every time the number of consecutive houses is 10 times after the next time. In addition, in the present embodiment, unless the jackpot related to the "hit during performance type for dressing effect" is won, the probability variation winning pattern 4 (second special ED effect) is not executed. When the number of consecutive games reaches a specified number of times (10 times) regardless of whether or not the performance type during errands is won during consecutive games, the probability variable winning pattern 4 may be executed.

The hit-in-time production (2nd SP winning-in-time production) related to the probability-variable winning pattern 4 described above has a strong privilege implication that appears when the number of consecutive villas that cannot be achieved normally is achieved. In other words, it is positioned as a premium hit production. Therefore, when this effect appears, the player can enjoy a sense of accomplishment and a sense of superiority, and the effect is deeply emotional for the player. Therefore, there is an advantage in that the player is less likely to feel boredom or boredom even without the intervention of a player-participation type performance. Such a premium during-hitting effect can be said to be a preferable effect mode in that it contributes to the enrichment of the during-hitting effect and the reduction of boredom and dullness.

(7-4C. Jackpot game period when winning special figure 2 side 10R probability change during normal: Figure 10)
Next, with reference to FIG. 10, the case (irregular winning) will be described when the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation is elected during normal (hereinafter also abbreviated as "normal special figure 2 side 10R probability variation election"). It should be noted that substantially the same content as the contents during time saving or probability variation during special figure 2 side 10R probability variation winning in FIGS. 11 to 12 will be omitted as appropriate to avoid overlapping description.

In the case of normal middle special figure 2 side 10R variable winning, as shown in FIG. ), 3000ms R interval INT (total 30000ms) after each round game, and “total 50500ms” end INT including ED section 1 to ED section 9.

In the case of this normal special figure 2 side 10R probability variable winning, it is the same except that the time width of the end INT is different from the "time saving pattern 1" of the time saving special figure 2 side 10R probability variable winning shown in FIG. Specifically, the end INT is 5000 ms longer for the normal special figure 2 side 10R probability variable winning, and as shown in FIG. 6 (B),
・Start INT “23000 ms”+R INT “30000 ms”+End INT “50500 ms”=Total INT “103500 ms”.

(7-4C-1A. Regarding the production during the normal special 2 side 10R variable winning)
Regarding the hit production related to the normal special figure 2 side 10R variable winning, the production related to the ED section 1 to ED section 7 of the start INT, round game, R interval INT, and end INT is the above time-saving special figure 2 side 10R variable winning It is the same as the time-saving winning pattern 1, and the only difference is that the ED section 8 displays the 'attention calling effect', and the subsequent ED section 9 displays the 'probability variable transition standby screen'.

The reason why the jackpot game period is relatively long (5000 ms long) is that when winning during the normal period of the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation, unlike when winning during other game states (during time saving or probability variation), It is as described below. As already explained, the special figure 2 side 10R probability variable normal winning is an irregular winning that can rarely occur even if the player is playing correctly (see the above "first irregular winning" ). This winning will be the "first hit", but it will be more advantageous than the first hit that usually occurs, that is, the "special 1 side 5R short time A" winning and the "special 1 side 5R probability variable" winning. Therefore, if no countermeasures are taken, the base value (during the variable probability state of the transition destination after the big hit game) may rise and it may become difficult to meet the legal requirements. As a countermeasure, it is essential to extend the interval time when the normal special figure 2 side 10R probability variation is won. Therefore, in this example 1, as an irregular countermeasure, the same production as the regular first hit (special figure 1 side 5R time saving A or special figure 1 side 5R probability variation) By interposing the If there is no particular influence on the fluctuation range of the base value, the time width may be the same as the time width of the jackpot game period (each INT is the same time width) at the time of winning during time saving or variable probability. Specifically, the end INT related to winning during normal time may be the same time (45500 ms) as the ending INT related to winning during short time or variable probability, or the end INT related to winning during short time or variable during normal winning The end INT may be the same time (50500 ms). In this case, the extension rate shown in FIGS. 13A to 13D, which will be described later, has the same value during normal, during time saving, and during probability variable winning (columns corresponding to β2N, β2S, and β2F). In addition, the special figure 2 side 5R probability variation big hit of the specific example 3 shown in FIG. 16 described later, the special figure 2 side 2R probability variation big hit of the specific examples 4 and 5 shown in FIG. In the case of winning (irregular winning), the end INT is extended by 5000ms just like the normal special figure 2 side 10R probability variation in this example 1, but these big hits also have a base value If there is no particular influence on the variation width of , it can be the same as the time width of the jackpot game period related to winning during time reduction or variable probability.

<8. About the relationship between the jackpot game period (interval time) of each jackpot>
In the above, as one embodiment of the present invention, the jackpot game period and the effect during the hit according to the specific example 1 have been described. However, this embodiment does not blindly determine the jackpot game period. 13A to 13D and FIG. 14 in addition to FIGS. 6 and 7 to 12 described above, the jackpot game period of each jackpot will be described in detail based on the relationship between the jackpots. .

(8-1. Advantages when comparing each jackpot: Fig. 6 (C))
First, with reference to (C) of FIG. 6, the relationship of the degree of advantage when the big hits are compared will be described. This advantage is a matter related to the extension rate (FIGS. 13A-13D) described later.

In the case of this embodiment, the degree of advantage when each big hit is compared is defined as follows. For example, when comparing the 5R time-saving A jackpot (100 times of time saving) and the 5R time-saving B jackpot (50 times of time saving), both the maximum number of rounds and the maximum opening time of the big winning opening are the same, so the jackpot game When focusing only on the medium profit state, it can be said that both sides have the same advantage. However, when focusing on the game state type of the transition destination, the "5R time-saving A jackpot", which has a relatively large number of times of time-saving, is a jackpot with a high degree of advantage for the player. In the case of this embodiment, the number of STs related to the variable probability jackpot is finite, but the number of STs is "65536 times", which guarantees almost 100% winning of the next big hit. Therefore, it has substantially the same value as the so-called "infinite ST state" that the probability variation continues until the next big hit. When dealing with the level of advantage when the probability variable jackpot grants the above "infinite ST state", first, the game state type of the transition destination is given priority, and then the number of balls released is taken into consideration. (game state type priority determination method). For example, when the 5R time-saving A jackpot and the 5R variable probability jackpot are compared, the 5R variable probability jackpot that is shifted to the variable probability state is a jackpot with a higher degree of advantage. In this case, the relationship between the advantages of the jackpot types shown in FIG. 6A is "5R time saving B jackpot <5R time saving A jackpot <2R probability variable jackpot <5R probability variable jackpot <10R probability variable jackpot". However, when comparing jackpots where the maximum number of rounds of one is less than half of the maximum number of rounds of the other, such as the 5R time-saving A jackpot and the 2R variable variable jackpot, there may be a large difference in the number of balls released. Therefore, if the game state type of the transition destination is given priority, inconvenience may occur. When such a big hit is included, the number of paid balls may be considered preferentially (method for determining the number of paid balls). In this case, the relationship between the advantages of the jackpot types shown in FIG. 6A is "2R variable jackpot <5R short-time B jackpot <5R short-time A jackpot <5R variable jackpot <10R variable jackpot".

In this way, when comparing the big hits with different game states of the transition destination, the normal state, the time saving state (the number of time saving is relatively large is advantageous), the latent state (the number of ST is relatively large) is highly advantageous), and the probability variable state (the one with a relatively large number of STs is advantageous) is treated as a jackpot with a relatively high degree of advantage. According to this rule, the advantages of each jackpot for the specific example 1 jackpot type shown in FIG. 6(A) are summarized as shown in FIG. 6(C). Special Figure 2 side 5R time saving A jackpot <Special Figure 1 side 5R probability variable jackpot <Special Figure 2 side 10R probability variable jackpot' relationship.

However, if the number of STs cannot be treated as the above "infinite ST state", in the case of a big hit that gives the number of STs that is not necessarily the state where the next big hit is promised due to the relationship with the jackpot lottery probability (for example, the number of STs is 30 times, etc. ) As described above, instead of giving priority to the game state type of the transition destination, the consecutive game rate resulting from the winning of the jackpot etc.) can be calculated, and the one with a “large” consecutive house rate can be treated as a “big hit with a high degree of advantage”. In detail, for example, hypothetically, the jackpot probability (low probability state) in the low probability state (normal state or time saving state) is “1/100”, and the jackpot probability in the high probability state is “1/20”. Consider a game machine provided with a 5R variable variable jackpot that gives 10 times of ST (assuming that it shifts to a normal state after the end of ST) and a 5R time saving jackpot that gives 100 times of time saving. In this example, if priority is given to the "game state type of transition destination" when determining the advantage, the "5R probability variation jackpot (ST 10 times)" of the probability variation transition opportunity becomes a higher-advantage jackpot. However, when considering the continuous rate, the ST medium rate of the 5R probability variable jackpot (ST 5 times) is about 40.1%, and the time-saving medium rate of the 5R time-saving jackpot (time-saving 100 times) is about 63.4%, and the latter 5R time-saving jackpot (100 times of time-saving) has a higher consecutive game rate and a jackpot with a higher degree of profit for the player. Therefore, the "5R short-time jackpot (100 times short time)" is a jackpot with a relatively higher degree of advantage than the former "5R variable variable jackpot (ST 10 times)".

Therefore, if all the probability variable jackpots shown in FIG. 6(A) are jackpots that give ST10 times, the relationship of the advantage is "5R short time B jackpot (consecutive rate about 39.5%) <2R probability variable jackpot (consecutive rate approx. 40.1%) <5R probability variable jackpot (continuous rate approx. 40.1%) <10R probability variable jackpot (continuous rate approx. 40.1%) <5R time-saving A jackpot (continuous rate approx. Rate of about 63.4%)” can be treated as a jackpot with a high degree of advantage. To put it simply, when the number of STs cannot be treated as the above-mentioned infinite ST state, the "continuous game rate" between the big hits is considered with the highest priority, and then the "game state type of the transition destination" is considered, Finally, it is preferable to determine the degree of advantage by considering the "number of balls released during the big win".

Also, according to the game state, it is possible to determine the advantage by taking into account whether the big wins on the special figure 1 side and the special figure 2 side are objects of the big win lottery. In the case of this embodiment, the jackpot on the special figure 1 side is exclusively a jackpot that can be a lottery target when "left-handed", that is, "during a state without an electric sapo (during a normal state)" (the above-mentioned "first hit" target jackpot) , and the jackpot on the special figure 2 side is a jackpot that can be a lottery target exclusively for "right-handed", that is, "during a state with an electric sapo (during a time-saving state, during a variable state)" jackpot). In this case, considering that the jackpot on the special figure 2 side is won in a state where the base value is high, the jackpot on the special figure 2 side is relatively more advantageous than the jackpot on the special figure 1 side. It can be treated as a jackpot. For example, there is a 5R probability variable big hit on the special figure 1 side and a 5R probability variable big hit on the special figure 2 side (the number of STs is the same), and when comparing these big hits, both are jackpots of the same value, When focusing on whether it is a target jackpot during Renso (with electric sapo), the 5R probability variable jackpot on the special figure 2 side can be treated as a jackpot with a relatively high degree of advantage. . In addition, since the special figure type itself has no direct relationship with the consecutive game rate and the game state of the transition destination, the final considerations, that is, the consecutive game rate, the game state type of the transition destination, and the jackpot This is a matter to consider when the advantage cannot be determined between jackpots with the same number of balls. In addition, it is preferable not to consider the special figure type at least as a final consideration when emphasizing the hit during the consecutive villas. For example, if the special figure type is considered with the highest priority (if the special figure 2 side is given priority), the relationship of the advantage of this example 1 is "Special figure 1 side 5R time saving A jackpot <Special figure 1 side 5R probability variable big hit < Special figure 2 side 5R probability variable jackpot <Special figure 2 side 10R probability variable jackpot”.

Also, the symbol lottery rate may be taken into consideration when determining the degree of advantage. Incidentally, when the symbol lottery rate is taken into consideration, it can be determined by considering whether or not the symbol will be the target of winning during the consecutive games, as described above. For example, the pattern lottery rate is 35% for the special figure 1 side 5R short time A big hit, 65% for the special figure 1 side 5R short time A big hit, 35% for the special figure 2 side 5R short time A big hit, and 35% for the special figure 2 side 5R short time A big hit. 50%, if the special figure 2 side 10R probability variable jackpot is 15%, the relationship of the degree of advantage when considering the symbol lottery rate as the top priority is "special figure 2 side 10R probability variable jackpot (15%) < special figure 1 side 5R time-saving A big hit, special figure 2 side 5R time-saving A big hit (35%) < special figure 2 side 5R probability variable big hit (50%) < special figure 1 side 5R probability variable big hit (65%)”. However, when the special figure type is given the highest priority (when the special figure 2 side is given priority), the advantage relationship is "Special figure 1 side 5R time saving A big hit (35%) < Special figure 1 side 5R probability variable big hit (65 %) <Special Figure 2 side 10R probability variable jackpot (15%) <Special Figure 2 side 5R short time A jackpot (35%) <Special Figure 1 side 5R probability variable jackpot (65%)".

Of course, the determination method is not limited to the one described above, and the degree of advantage can be determined by comprehensively considering the magnitude relationship of the expected value (expected profit) of the profit obtained when each jackpot is won. In addition, the special figure 1 side and the special figure 2 side, you may adopt a different determination method. For example, the special figure 1 side has the highest priority consideration of the number of consecutive games, the game state type of the transition destination, and the number of balls released, but the special figure 2 side has the symbol lottery rate, the number of consecutive games, the transition For example, one of the game state type and the number of balls released is given the highest priority. In addition, although the present embodiment does not deal with a small win, a win game (small win game) based on a small win is a legal requirement when the big winning port 50 is opened once. is defined as a time in which the total opening time does not exceed 1.8 seconds when the opening is repeated multiple times. For this reason, the number of balls released is relatively small during the small winning game, and the game state transition control is not performed. , the jackpot with the lowest profit among all the jackpots. However, if the maximum number of rounds is small and the opening time is extremely short (for example, 100 ms), such as the 2R system big win, the small win may be regarded as having a higher advantage. In this specification, the term "high (relatively high)" or "low (relatively low)" is a concept that includes all cases determined by the methods of determining the above-mentioned advantages.

(8-2. Extension rate: Figures 13A to 13D)
The "extension rate" shown in FIGS. 13A-13D will be described. This "extension rate" refers to the interval time (starting INT, R-interval INT, ending INT, or total INT) relating to the first jackpot (reference jackpot) and the interval time relating to the second jackpot (comparison target jackpot). It indicates a ratio (ratio), and in short, it is a value used as an index indicating the degree of extension (degree of extension) of the comparison target jackpot with respect to the standard jackpot, and is a new index that has not existed in the past. In the case of this example, the extension rate is expressed as a percentage, but it may be expressed as a value such as a fraction, a ratio, or a decimal number as appropriate.

This extension rate is not just limited to the use of the degree of delay, but also various events when comparing jackpots, such as extension/reduction of the jackpot game period, profit rate during the jackpot game (acquisition during the jackpot game the number of balls, the difference in the number of acquired balls), the degree of fluctuation in the base value, the degree of discomfort experienced by the player, specific events related to the number of hits (for example, the ratio of dead balls, the difference in the number of dead balls), the digestion efficiency of the jackpot ( This is a new index that can be used when considering the difference in the time required to digest the jackpot game. In particular, the "extension rate" depends on what is the design value that makes it easy to pass the model test, how long the jackpot game period will not cause dissatisfaction to the player, and the standard jackpot. Various factors such as how to determine the interval time (hereinafter also referred to as "comparison target INT") of the big hit to be compared with the interval time (hereinafter also referred to as "reference INT") are suitable for design. It is novel in that it can be used as an index for considering the circumstances of

The extension rate shown in FIGS. 13A to 13D is the ratio of the comparison target INT to the reference INT, with the jackpot described in the row direction column as the “reference jackpot” side and the jackpot described in the column direction column as the “comparison target jackpot” side. That is, the value calculated by "comparison target INT/reference INT" is shown in percentage. For example, the reference jackpot is "Normal Medium Special 2 Side 5R Shorter A" (β1N shown in the upper column direction of FIG. 13B), and the comparison target jackpot is "Normal Medium Special 1 Side 5R Shorter A" (Left in FIG. 13B The extension rate of the total INT when α1N shown in the column direction), that is, the extension rate of the total INT of the normal special figure 1 side 5R time saving A for the normal special figure 2 side 5R time saving A (α1N total INT ÷ The total INT of β1N=extension rate ER) is 195% (73000 ms÷37500 ms≈195%). 13A to 13D show extension rates when comparing the start INT, R-interval INT, end INT, and total INT for each jackpot of Example 1. FIG.

Based on this index (extension rate), for example, if you calculate the waste ball ratio during the jackpot game period in "Normal Medium Special Figure 1 Side 5R Short Time A" ), it can be seen that it is about 95% higher than "Normal Medium Special Figure 2 Side 5R Time Saving A". Also, if only the number of useless balls (reference number of useless balls) generated in the standard "normal special figure 2 side 5R time saving A" is known (performance of launcher (about 1.67 shots per second) x total INT 37500ms (Reference INT) = about 62.6 balls (reference number of useless balls)), the number of dead balls of the comparison target “time saving medium special figure 1 side 5R time saving A” is simply the value obtained by multiplying the extension rate, that is, “about 62 .6 balls (standard number of dead balls) x extension rate 195% ≈ 122 balls”, which is a very simple calculation. Since the number of dead balls can be used as a reference value such as the fluctuation range of the base value, the "extension rate", which is easy to understand at a glance, is very useful as a design index.

(8-2-1: Regarding the extension rate between each jackpot according to Specific Example 1)
The following characteristic relationships (A) to (H) are defined for the extension rates shown in FIGS. 13A to 13D. The purpose is to make it easy to conform to the type test without impairing the feeling of ball release as much as possible, and to prevent reckless elongation as much as possible. Characteristic elements closely related to the present invention will be described below. In this specification, for convenience of explanation, the side of "relatively high advantage jackpot" is referred to as "high advantage jackpot", and the "relatively low advantage jackpot" side is referred to as "low advantage jackpot". ” may be abbreviated.

(8-2-1A: Regarding the relationship between big hits with the same special symbol)
(A) Of the special figure 1 side jackpots, the high-advantage jackpot has a longer total INT (in other words, the low-advantage jackpot has a shorter total INT). That is, the extension rate ER of the total INT of the high-advantage jackpot with respect to the low-advantage jackpot has a relationship of "100%<extension rate ER". In the case of this example 1, the advantage when comparing the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A and the special figure 1 side 5R probability variation is "high advantage jackpot" on the "special figure 1 side 5R probability variation" side, which is more advantageous The “Special 1 side 5R time saving A” side with a low degree is the “low advantage jackpot”. And the extension rate of the total INT of the special figure 1 side 5R probability variation (high advantage) for the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A (low advantage) is 107% (94% in the opposite case), as shown in FIG. 13A It has become. Regarding this point, the intersection of "α2N""α2S""α2F" in the left column column direction (special figure 1 side jackpot column) and "α1N""α1S""α1F" column direction in the upper column direction in FIG. 13A The total INT column (107%) of the column, or the total INT column (94 %). 13A to 13D, the description of the reference columns will be omitted.

(B) As for the special figure 2 side jackpot, the total INT is longer for the high-advantage jackpot (in other words, the low-advantage jackpot has a shorter total INT). That is, the extension rate ER of the total INT of the high-advantage jackpot with respect to the low-advantage jackpot has a relationship of "100%<extension rate ER". In the case of this example 1, when comparing the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A and the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation, the advantage is higher for "special figure 2 side 10R probability variation". And the total INT extension rate ER of the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation (high advantage) for the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A (low advantage) is 263% (during time saving, probability variation) as shown in FIG. 13D , 276% (normal medium (irregular)).

(C-1) Next, when focusing on the interval time other than "total INT", the start INT and the end INT of the high advantage jackpot are longer among the jackpots on the special figure 2 side. In the case of this example 1, the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation is longer than the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A, the start INT is 8000ms longer, and the end INT is 38000ms (43000ms for irregular winning) longer. Focusing on the extension rate, the extension rate ER1 (153%) of the start INT of the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation (high advantage) for the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A (low advantage) and the extension rate ER2 of the end INT (607% when elected during time saving and variable probability, 673% when elected during normal) has a relationship of "1<ER1<ER2".

(C-2) Here, attention is focused on the magnitude of the extension rate ER. The extension rate ER2 of the ending INT is greater than the extension rate ER1 of the starting INT. Therefore, the ending INT with a relatively large extension rate naturally has a stronger degree of dilation than the starting INT. For this reason, the player is likely to feel boredom and dullness unless some kind of device is put into the effect for the interval time when the extension rate is large. On the other hand, the start INT side with a small extension rate has a small degree of delay, and the player is less likely to feel boredom and delay than the end INT side with a large extension rate.

Therefore, in the case of the present example 1, during the end INT of the extension rate "large" side, in order to entertain the player, special effects such as the dressing effect or mini games (for example, the torpedo battle game and air battle game) are performed. To make a player participation type performance appear. In particular, mini-games provide the privilege of notifying information about the game (in this example, the appearance of a setting suggestive effect), which greatly contributes to eliminating the player's feeling of sluggishness. It can be said. On the other hand, during the start INT of the extension rate "small" side, the above-mentioned "fancy production" or simple player participation type production (for example, the above The pause is eliminated by the appearance of the music selection performance).

However, it is also important to consider the standard INT and use the extension rate as an index instead of making a judgment based on the value of the extension rate alone. More specifically, if the "reference INT" is on the order of "tens of milliseconds to hundreds of milliseconds", for example, in the case of "800ms", the extension rate ER of the INT to be compared is relatively large "600% to 700%". , the time width is about 4800 ms to 5600 ms. With such a time width, there is no need to present a player-participation type effect or a flashy effect. This is because, on the contrary, the balance between the performance time width and the content of the performance is lost.

(Regarding the relationship between the extension rate and the production seen from the experimental values)
Here, experimental results (questionnaire survey results) regarding the balance between the effect duration and the content of the effect will be shown. Figure 14 shows how long the interval time is for 100 players from beginners to advanced players (within the company) who feel the most boredom (including, for example, boredom, fatigue, and discomfort). This is the questionnaire result. In this questionnaire, an experimental gaming machine was actually prepared for the survey. In this experimental game machine, the start INT is set to 8 seconds, the number of rounds is 10 R, the INT between R is 3 seconds, and the duration of the end INT is set to 60 seconds. "Isn't there?" In addition, for the ED effect during the end INT, there is a case (Fig. 14 (a)) using a "non-player participation type effect" in which a predetermined movie image is displayed without using a player participation type effect, and a mini Two types of questionnaires were conducted for the case of using the "player-participation-type effect" that makes the game appear (FIG. 14(b)). In the illustrated bar graph, the vertical axis indicates the number of people, and the horizontal axis indicates the time width of the end INT. Here, the graph is shown every 4000 ms in order to make the questionnaire results easier to understand. For example, the graph of 12000 ms in FIG. 14(a) indicates that there were “two” players who recorded that they felt a sense of slowness during “12000 ms to less than 16000 ms”. In addition, since it is thought that people are more likely to feel a sense of sluggishness after the second viewing than at the first viewing, in the questionnaire shown in the figure, the experiment was conducted at least twice, and the average number of seconds recorded by each survey subject was graphed. It is what I did.

According to these questionnaire results, in the case of the non-player participation type production shown in FIG. 38 seconds or more shows the peak value. In particular, when the time is 28 seconds or longer, a large number of players feel a sense of sluggishness. That is, it was found that many players (approximately 80% of the total in this questionnaire survey) felt a dullness at about 24 to 40 seconds. On the other hand, in the case of the player participation type presentation shown in FIG. 14(b), the active participation of the player in the mini-game greatly reduces the sense of sluggishness, especially from about 24 seconds to 40 seconds. . More than 80% of the subjects of the survey obtained results that they did not feel boredom if it was about 50 seconds (less than 48 seconds in the figure). Considering the results of these questionnaires, in the case of non-player participatory effects, if an INT of about 30 seconds (28 seconds or more in the figure) is provided, some measures must be taken so that the player does not feel boredom. It is thought that (measures in production) will be necessary. In the case of this example 1, for example, when viewed based on 7500 ms of the shortest end INT on the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A, the extension rate ER is about "300% ~ 350% ≤ ER" End INT It can be said that it is preferable to present a player participation type effect such as a mini game or a change of clothes effect for the big hit. If you refer to the extension rates of FIGS. 13A to 13D, the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A, the special figure 1 side 5R probability variation, the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation, etc. are the appearance target jackpots of the player participation type production. I understand. It should be noted that, unlike the mini-game, the dressing effect does not notify information about the game. can be used. In the above mini game, when the end INT is relatively long "Special figure 1 side 5R probability change (end INT = 45500ms)" or "Special figure 2 side 10R probability change (end INT = 48000ms)", the above dressing effect is , It is preferable to use in the case of special figure 1 side 5R time saving A (end INT = 43000 ms) of end INT relatively shorter than that.

Also, a simple player-participation type effect such as a music selection effect that appears during the start INT is suitable when the extension rate ER is even smaller (for example, about "150%<ER<300% to 350%"). In the case of Example 1, as already explained, this is adopted as an effect during the start INT (interval time of about 15 to 20 seconds). However, when the interval time is approximately 20 seconds or less, it is considered that the time width does not give the player a feeling of slowness, so the player-participation type effect does not need to appear. Also, the combination of the above-mentioned "fancy effect" and the player-participating type effect is an effective means for eliminating the feeling of dullness. In the case of this example 1, as already explained, the above "flashy production" and the above "music selection production (simple A player participation type production)” is emerging.

In this way, the "extension rate" can be effectively used as an index for determining for which jackpot the player-participation type effect or the flashy effect is to be provided. In any case, the extension rate ER can be an important index in considering various phenomena such as what kind of effects should be prepared during INT and how the degree of delay is.

(8-2-1B. Regarding the relationship between the big hits between different special symbols)
Next, the relationship of big hits between different special symbols will be described. The jackpot types on the special figure 1 side (α1N to α2F) and the jackpot types on the special figure 2 side (β1N to β2F) have the following relationships.

(D) The highest advantage jackpot (β2N to β2F) on the special figure 2 side has a longer total INT than any jackpot (α1N to α2F) on the special figure 1 side. For example, the total INT extension rate ER of "Special Figure 2 side 10R probability change" for "Special Figure 1 side 5R time saving A" or "Special Figure 1 side 5R probability change" is both "100% < Extension rate ER" . In addition, the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation (highest advantage jackpot) according to this example 1 has a larger number of rounds than the other jackpots, and the total R interval INT is long (long by 15000ms for 5R). Even with the same maximum number of rounds, the total INT is longer (the total INT is 83,500 ms (98,500 ms-15,000 ms) when converted to maximum 5R). If the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation is in a continuous state (when the electric sapo state continues between jackpots), the increase in the base value will be higher than other jackpots, so the total INT as much as possible A long period of time is preferred. Therefore, the total INT of the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation is set so that the total INT is longer than other big hits even when the maximum is converted to 5R.

(E) The lowest advantage jackpots (β1N to β1F) on the Special Figure 2 side have a shorter total INT than at least the highest advantage jackpots (α2N to α2F) on the Special Figure 1 side. The special figure 2 side 5R time saving A according to this example 1 has a shorter total INT during all the jackpots, and the total INT is shorter than the lowest advantage jackpot (α1N to α1F) on the special figure 1 side. For example, the extension rate ER of the total INT of "Special Figure 2 side 5R time A" for "Special Figure 1 side 5R probability variation" is "extension rate ER < 100%". In this way, in the case of a jackpot with a low advantage on the special figure 2 side (especially in the case of a jackpot with the lowest advantage), the total INT is relatively short. This is to increase the digestion speed as much as possible so as not to impair the feeling of ball release (feeling of ball release speed). In this example 1, for the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A (lowest advantage jackpot), while making the total INT the shortest among all the jackpots, the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation (highest advantage jackpot), The total INT is set to be the longest among all the jackpots, and the fluctuation range of the base value is restrained, while the feeling of winning balls is not impaired.

(F) The extension rate of the total INT of the highest advantage jackpot on the special figure 2 side for one jackpot (α1N to α1F or α2N to α2F) on the special figure 1 side is “ERα”, and among the jackpots on the special figure 2 side , the extension rate of the total INT of the highest-advantage jackpots (β2N-β2F) to the low-advantage jackpots (β1N-β1F) is "ERβ", the relationship "extension rate ERα<extension rate ERβ" is satisfied. For example, the extension rate ERα of the total INT of the special figure 2 side 10R probability variable jackpot for the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A is about 135% (when usually winning, about 142%), special figure 2 side 5R, as shown in FIG. 13C The extension rate ERβ of the total INT of the special figure 2 side 10R probability variable jackpot for the time saving A is about 263% (about 276% when winning normally) as shown in FIG. 13D.

(G) Although not shown, if a jackpot type not shown is provided, for example, instead of "special figure 2 side 10R probability change", if "special figure 2 side 5R probability change" is provided, special figure 1 The side 5R probability variation and the degree of advantage are the same, but the special figure 2 side is a jackpot that is won when hitting on the right, that is, mainly because it is a jackpot type that can be elected during the state with an electric sapo (during consecutive houses). , It is preferable to consider the above-mentioned "special figure type" when considering the relationship of the advantage, and to "special figure 1 side 5R probability < special figure 2 side 5R probability change". In this way, when a jackpot type (not shown) is provided, according to the already explained "8-1. Level of advantage when comparing each jackpot", considering the advantage of each jackpot as appropriate, The extension ratio relationships described in (A) to (F) above can be applied.

(H) In addition, in FIGS. 13A to 13D, the extension rate is shown for the sections of start INT, R-interval INT, end INT, and total INT, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the following sections can be used. It may be used as a target. For example, at least one section of each OP section of the starting INT, at least one section of each round's inter-R INT section, or at least one section of each ED section of each ending INT. Specifically, it is an extension rate when OP sections 1 are compared with each other (extension rate of OP section 1 of the second jackpot relative to OP section 1 of the first jackpot). For example, the OP section 1 of the special figure 1 side 5R time saving A is 6000 ms (see FIG. 7), and the OP section 1 of the special figure 2 side 10R probability variable jackpot is 14000 ms (see FIGS. 10 to 12), so the special figure 1 The extension rate of the OP section 1 of the special figure 2 side 10R probability variable jackpot for the OP section 1 of the side 5R time saving A is "extension rate ER = about 233%". In this way, it is possible to calculate an extension rate for a period obtained by subdividing the INT period, in other words, for a specific effect section, and use the calculated value as an index of the degree of extension.

(8-3: Regarding the extension rate related to the case of Specific Example 2: Fig. 15)
Next, the extension rate related to the case of Example 2 (Specific Example 2) shown in FIG. 15 will be described. The difference between this example 2 and this example 1 (Fig. 6) is that the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A (time saving number of times 100 times) is replaced with the special figure 2 side 5R time saving B (time saving number of times 50 times) (See FIG. 15(A)).

Also, as for the interval time, as shown in FIG. 15 (B), the other big hits are the same as in Example 1 (FIG. 6), including the replaced special figure 2 side 5R time saving B, so the value of the extension rate itself is the same.

However, regarding the advantage between each big hit, as shown in FIG. The subscript indicates a matrix) is changed from "Δ→○", and a31 is changed from "Δ→×".

This Example 2 (FIG. 15) is substantially the same as the content described in Example 1 (FIG. 6) described above ("8-2-1: Between each big hit according to Specific Example 1 about the rate of extension”, see FIGS. 13A-13D).

Examples 1 and 2 described above (including Examples 3 to 5 described later) are representative examples of preferred embodiments of the present invention, and the present invention is the above (A) (H) can be included. Further, the technical idea of the present invention is that all technical ideas that can be derived from the description on each INT and the extension rates shown in FIGS. included.

<9. About total INT during Renso state>
(9-1. Concrete Example 3: FIGS. 16 and 17)
Above, focusing on the jackpot game period, the extension rate, and the effect during the hit, the relationship between each jackpot has been explained. Here, as Example 3 (Specific Example 3), the relationship between the big wins will be described by focusing on the elapsed time (total INT) when the big wins are repeated.

16, as shown in FIG. 16A, the jackpot type of Example 3 is newly added to the jackpot type on the special figure 2 side of Example 1 shown in FIG. "Big Hit" is added. Each INT is as shown in FIG. 16(B). In addition, according to the same rule (game state type priority determination method) as in the above specific example 1, the relationship between the advantages of each jackpot according to Example 3 is "5R time saving B jackpot < 5R time saving A jackpot < 5R probability variable jackpot < 10R It is treated as a probability variable jackpot" (not shown). Therefore, the newly provided "special figure 2 side 5R probability variation" is more advantageous than the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A, and the advantage is lower than the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation big hit "medium advantage degree jackpot" is positioned.

First, the effect during the hit related to the special figure 2 side 5R probability variation of this example 3 will be described. Regarding the OP effect during the start INT, as in the already explained "Special Figure 1 side 5R time saving pattern A", "blessing effect" (here, special figure 2 side 5R probability winning effect , which belongs to a normal blessing effect (non-flashy effect)), a “music selection effect”, a “music decision effect”, and a “right-handed suggestion effect” appear in sequence. During the round game and during the INT between R, the "character introduction effect" for the special figure 2 side 5R probability variation appears. Further, as for the ED effect during the ending INT, the "winning ball number reporting effect", the "transition destination game state suggesting effect", and the "probability variation transition standby screen" appear in sequence. In addition, the end INT related to the special figure 2 side 5R probability variation is longer than the end INT related to the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A (see FIG. 16 (B)), but the production time width is acquired It is assigned to the production time of the number of balls notification production.

Figure 17 shows model cases (patterns 1 to 4: Renso pattern) of the "variable probability big hit" that greatly affects the condition of the continuous villa, and the condition of the continuous villa of the variable probability big hit (when the variable probability condition continues continuously). is shown. Here, the focus is mainly on the "special variable big hit on the side of the special figure 2", which is a big hit that is a lottery target (a big hit for a long game) in the consecutive villas. The reason for this is that if a series of spawnings occurs while the power supply is present, the jackpot type has the greatest effect on increasing the base value.

Each of patterns 1 to 4 shown in the figure represents a continuous case when the total number of digested lands reached 30 rounds. Specifically, pattern 1 is a case where the special figure 2 side 5R probability variation is 6 consecutive cases, pattern 2 is a case where special figure 2 side 5R probability variation is 4 consecutive and special figure 2 side 10R probability variation is won once, Pattern 3 shows a case where special figure 2 side 5R probability variation doubles and special figure 2 side 10R probability variation doubles, pattern 4 shows a case where special figure 2 side 10R probability variation triples. The order in which any pattern is won is random.

Here, focusing on the total INT of one big hit, for the special figure 2 side 5R probability variation on the low advantage side, the INT time "Runt" per 1R (unit round) for the total INT (total INT ÷ maximum number of rounds) Is "8000ms" (INT time / 1R), the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation on the high advantage side is "9850ms". That is, the above-mentioned "Runt" has a relationship of "low advantage jackpot<high advantage jackpot" in its duration. In addition, out of the total number of digested rounds, the number of digested rounds "Rdig" occupied by each jackpot is calculated, and the sum (Σ (Runt x Rdig)) of the result of multiplying the value by the "Runt" of each jackpot is calculated. For example, the "total INT time" required for the total digestion round is calculated. For example, the total INT time required for 15R digestion in pattern 1 can be calculated as follows. Of the total digestion round 15R, the digestion round by special figure 2 side 5R definite change occupies 15R minutes (special figure 2 side 5R definite change × 3 times). Therefore, the total INT time is "8000ms×15R=12000ms". If it is pattern 3, of the total digestion round 15R, the special figure 2 side 5R probability variation occupies 10R minutes, and the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation occupies 5R minutes (special figure 2 side 5R probability variation × 2 times + special figure 2 side 10R variable probability x 1/2 times), the total INT time is "8000ms x 10R + 9850ms x 5R = 129250ms". For each pattern, the total INT time required for 5R to 30R digestion is as shown.

That is, if there are N types of jackpots with different advantages (in the case of Example 3, the advantage is according to the maximum number of rounds), the INT time per 1R (unit round) of each jackpot is "Runt1, Runt2, . . . , Runt (K−1), RuntK” (K=1 to N), and the number of digestion rounds occupied by each jackpot is “Rdig1, Rdig2, . . . , Rdig(K−1), RdigK” (K=1 ~ N), the "total INT time (Σ (RuntK x RdigK): K = 1 ~ N)" required to digest the total number of rounds digested "Rtal" during continuous running is the total number of rounds digested (Rtal) Of these, the relatively large number of rounds completed due to the high-advantage jackpot, the longer the total INT time (the speed at which the jackpot game is completed becomes slower). It has the characteristic that the relatively large amount of time becomes a short time (the digestion speed of the jackpot game becomes faster).

For example, if you focus on 10R (Rtal = 10R), which corresponds to the lowest common multiple of the maximum number of rounds of the special figure 2 side 5R probability variation (low advantage) and the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation (high advantage), "Special figure 2 The digestion speed of the jackpot game (ball acquisition speed) when 10R minutes are digested by making 2 side 5R probability variation" is won once by winning the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation and 10R minutes are digested. The speed slows down the digestion speed of the jackpot game. In particular, the consecutive house rate is limited, for example, in the case of this example 3, the probability variable entry rate is 65% (130/200), and the average number of consecutive houses is about 3 to 4 times (including consecutive houses during time saving). When designing a game machine, the following points are important from the viewpoint of both the feeling of winning balls (the fun of the game machine) and the ease of compliance with the type test (legal requirements).
(A) When the low-advantage jackpot (here, the special figure 2 side 5R probability change) is consecutively played, the number of balls is small and the increase in the base value is small. On the other hand, it is important to give a sense of the ball being released. (B) On the other hand, when the high-advantage jackpot (here, the special figure 2 side 10R probability change) is consecutive, there are many balls and there is a feeling of balls, but it meets the model test by suppressing the rapid rise of the base value. Making it easy is important. In addition, for example, in order to acquire "Rtal = 30R" (excluding the first hit), if it is a special figure 2 side 5R probability change, 6 consecutive houses are required, but if it is a special figure 2 side 10R probability change, it is three consecutive houses. reach. In other words, the higher the Rtal is, the more low-advantage jackpots must be made. Rather than focusing on the manor, it is important to focus on the high-advantage big hit side of the manor and consider the speed at which the balls are obtained.

In view of this point, in this example 3, at least for the jackpot on the side of the special figure 2 (jackpot for consecutive villas), the higher the advantage, the longer the “Runt” will be. have determined. As a result, in the case of a low-advantage jackpot, few balls come out, and the ball-out acquisition speed is improved, and the feeling of ball-out increases. It is possible to provide a well-balanced game machine that slows down the speed and suppresses the rise of the base value (it becomes easier to comply with the model test) (the same applies to Example 4 described later). The above "Runt" can be used as a useful index for considering various events related to the big win game, like the above extension rate "ER".

If patterns 1 to 4 shown in FIG. 17, as shown, the number of digestion rounds by the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation is relatively large in order of patterns 1, 2, 3, 4. Therefore, the length of the total INT time has a relationship of "pattern 1 (shortest) < pattern 2 < pattern 3 < pattern 4 (longest)" column).

It should be noted that, in this example 3, it shows a continuous pattern of probability variable jackpot, but if there is a time-saving jackpot intervening (if special figure 2 side 5R time-saving A winning intervenes), the relationship between the length of the total INT time is are the same. In detail, the relationship between the advantages of each big hit is, as already explained, "Special Figure 2 side 5R time saving A < Special Figure 2 side 5R probability change < Special Figure 2 side 10R probability change", Special Figure 2 side 5R The above "Runt" of time saving A is "7500 ms" (37500 ms (total INT)/5R (maximum number of rounds)). In other words, among the jackpots on the special figure 2 side, the Runt of the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A with the lowest advantage is set as the shortest time. Therefore, in this case as well, the relationship is the same that the total INT time becomes longer as the number of rounds completed by the relatively high-advantage jackpot increases.

(9-2. Concrete Example 4: FIGS. 18 and 19)
Next, with reference to FIGS. 18 and 19, a modified example (concrete example 4) of the above-described example 3 will be described. Contents that are substantially the same as the contents of the above specific example 3 will be omitted as appropriate in order to avoid duplication of description.

Referring to FIG. 18, the jackpot type of this example 4 (specific example 4) is, as shown in FIG. "2R definite variable jackpot" has been added. Each INT is as shown in FIG. 18(B).

Here, the relationship between the degrees of advantage of the respective jackpots according to Example 4 differs between the case of handling the above-mentioned "Runt" and the case of handling the above-mentioned "extension rate ER". When dealing with "Runt", in particular, focusing on the relationship between the special figure 2 side jackpot, according to the same rule (game state type priority determination method) as in the above specific example 3, "Special figure 2 side 5R time saving A jackpot Treated as <Special Figure 2 side 2R probability variable jackpot <Special figure 2 side 5R probability variable jackpot <Special figure 2 side 10R probability variable jackpot>. The reason is that when dealing with the above INT time "Runt", attention should be paid to the probability variable jackpot on the side of the special figure 2, which is the jackpot targeted for consecutive games, that is, the jackpot type that most affects the increase in the base value. On the other hand, when dealing with the above-mentioned "extension rate ER", according to the above-mentioned method of determining the number of balls issued, the relationship between the advantages of each jackpot is set as "2R probability variable jackpot <5R time-saving A jackpot <5R probability variable jackpot <10R probability variable jackpot" handle. Thus, when dealing with different indices (INT time Runt and extension rate ER), it is preferable to adopt an appropriate method for determining the degree of advantage and effectively utilize each index.

First, the effect during the hit related to the special figure 2 side 2R probability variation of this example 4 will be described. The special figure 2 side 2R probability variation is a big hit in which a small round game of 2 rounds is executed, so the start INT and end INT are the shortest among all the big hits. Therefore, in the special figure 2 side 2R probability variation, the amount of production during the hit is the smallest, and the OP production is "normal blessing production" and "right-handed suggestion production" that informs the winning of the special figure 2 side 2R probability variation ” appears sequentially, and a predetermined movie effect for the special figure 2 side 2R probability variation appears for the effect during the round game and during the R interval INT. Further, as for the ED effect, the "transition destination game state suggesting effect" and the "probability variable transition standby screen" appear in sequence (the win ball number reporting effect does not appear).

FIG. 19 shows model cases (patterns 1 to 5) of the continuous state of variable probability jackpots in relation to the fourth example. Each of patterns 1 to 5 shown in the figure represents a continuous case when the total number of digested lands reaches 20 rounds. Specifically, pattern 1 is a case where the special figure 2 side 2R probability change is 10 consecutive cases, pattern 2 is a case where the special figure 2 side 2R probability change is 5 consecutive cases and the special figure 2 side 5R probability change is 2 consecutive cases, Pattern 3 is a case where special figure 2 side 2R probability variation is 5 consecutive houses and special figure 2 side 10R probability variation is won once, pattern 4 is special figure 2 side 5R probability variation is 2 consecutive houses and special figure 2 side 10R probability variation is A case that has been elected once, pattern 5 shows a case where the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation has doubled. The order in which any pattern is won is random.

In the case of this example 4, the "Runt" of each big hit on the special figure 2 side is as follows.
Special Figure 2 Side 5R Time Saving A Runt = 7500ms (37500ms ÷ 5),
Special figure 2 side 2R probability variation Runt = 9500ms (19000ms ÷ 2),
Special figure 2 side 5R probability variation Runt = 9600ms (48000ms ÷ 5),
Special figure 2 side 10R probability variation Runt = 9850ms (98500ms ÷ 10).

As mentioned above, the relationship of "Runt" in each jackpot on the special figure 2 side is "special figure 2 side 5R time saving A (minimum advantage) < special figure 2 side 2R probability variation < special figure 2 side 5R probability variation < special figure 2 side 10R probability change (highest advantage)". In the case of this specific example 4, as in the above-described specific example 3, the total INT time becomes longer as the number of completed rounds due to the relatively high-advantage jackpot among the total number of completed rounds (Rtal) increases. In patterns 1 to 5 shown in FIG. 19, as shown in the figure, the ratio of the number of digested rounds due to the jackpot with a relatively high degree of advantage increases in the order of patterns 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5, and the total The relationship between the length of the INT time is "pattern 1 (shortest) < pattern 2 < pattern 3 < pattern 4 < pattern 5 (longest)" reference). It should be noted that even when the time saving jackpot is intervening (when the election of the special figure 2 side 5R time saving A is interposed), the relationship between the length of the total INT time is the same.

(9-3. Concrete Example 5: FIGS. 20 and 21)
Next, specific example 5 (this example 5) will be described with reference to FIGS. 20 and 21. FIG. Example 5 illustrates a case in which the execution period of the symbol variation display game at the time of winning the jackpot, that is, the variation time related to the variation pattern is taken into consideration with respect to the consecutive game pattern of Example 4 described above. Regarding this example 5, the contents substantially the same as those of this example 4 will be omitted as appropriate in order to avoid duplication of description.

Figure 20 (A) shows an example of the variation time related to the variation pattern at the time of winning the probability variation jackpot (2R probability variation, 5R probability variation, 10R probability variation) on the special figure 2 side, and Figure 20 (B) shows these An example of the selectivity of variation patterns is shown. Note that the variation patterns in FIG. 20(A) typically show variation patterns related to the shortest variation time and the longest variation time, but more precisely, there are a plurality of types of variation patterns that define various variation times. It is Further, the average fluctuation time is the average fluctuation time calculated based on the selectivity shown in FIG.

FIG. 21 shows the total elapsed time when the variable time is taken into account for each of the consecutive patterns (patterns 1 to 5) shown in FIG. 19 (this example 4). Here, the ``total elapsed time'' is defined as the ``execution period (fluctuation time) of the symbol variation display game at the time of winning the jackpot + the total INT time related to the jackpot game'' when a certain jackpot is won. Elapsed time Pt” is a value obtained by totaling the elapsed time Pt related to all jackpots related to Renso. For example, in the case of pattern 2 (see FIG. 19), the special figure 2 side 2R probability variation is 5 consecutive and the special figure 2 side 5R probability variation is 2 consecutive cases, so for example, all the fluctuation patterns at the time of winning are the shortest fluctuation time If so, the total elapsed time is calculated as follows:
(ζ) The total elapsed time related to winning the special figure 2 side 2R probability variation is
Elapsed time Pt1 “shortest fluctuation time 20000ms + 19000ms (probable change)” × 5 consecutive = 195000ms (total fluctuation time 100000ms, total INT 95000ms)
(η) The total elapsed time related to winning the special figure 2 side 5R probability variation,
Elapsed time Pt2 "shortest fluctuation time 75000ms + 48000ms (probable change)" × 2 consecutive = 246000ms (total fluctuation time 150000ms, total INT 96000ms)
Thus, the total elapsed time of pattern 2 ((ζ) + (η)) is
It is calculated as "195000ms+246000ms"=441000ms (see column of pattern 2 in FIG. 21A).

It should be noted that while there is an electric sapo state, the operation reserve ball can occur frequently, so the operation reserve ball is treated as always existing, and the time required to reserve the operation reserve ball is ignored. Also, here, we exclude the case of winning a losing prize, because we are dealing with a model case where the base value rises significantly, assuming the case of consecutive winnings without intervening losing ( The same applies to pattern 1 and patterns 3 to 5).

FIG. 21 shows a table summarizing the total fluctuation time, total INT time, and total elapsed time calculated as described above. FIGS. 21A to 21C respectively show a case of selecting a variation pattern with the shortest variation time, a case of selecting a variation pattern with an average variation time, and a case of selecting a variation pattern with the longest variation time when the jackpot is won. It shows a case in which a variation pattern is selected. The "average variation time case" shown in FIG. 14B is the most likely model case in normal game progress.

In addition, patterns 6 to 8 in the same figure (D) are for the 2R probability variation, 5R probability variation, and 10R probability variation jackpot on the special figure 2 side, "Rtal = 10R (the number of round games corresponding to the least common multiple of the number of rounds of each jackpot) ” minutes, the total variation time, the total INT time, and the total elapsed time assuming a case where the jackpot is the only one.

A characteristic part of Example 5 is that, when Rtal = N (round), the total elapsed time until reaching Rtal = N (fluctuation time during continuous running + total INT time during continuous running (single-shot is also considered as continuous running) handling)) is long enough to include jackpots with a relatively high degree of advantage. This point is as shown in FIGS. 21(A) to 21(C) when digested with "Rtal=20R" and (D) when digested with "Rtal=10R".

According to Example 5, the more jackpots with a relatively high degree of advantage are included, the longer the total elapsed time is, so that the suitability of the type test can be enhanced. Conversely, the more jackpots with a relatively low degree of advantage are included, the shorter the total elapsed time is, so as to increase the sense of speed during consecutive games. can be done. In this way, by devising the variation pattern (variation time) of each jackpot and its selection rate, the same effect as the above-described Example 3 and Example 4, that is, in the case of a low-advantage jackpot, no balls are released. On the other hand, in the case of a high-advantage jackpot, many balls can be obtained, but the speed of obtaining balls is slowed down, and the increase in the base value is suppressed (type test It is possible to provide a well-balanced game machine that is easy to adapt to.

It should be noted that the present invention may be configured as in the following (K) to (N).
(K) At least the total elapsed time of the jackpot with the highest advantage (in this example, the special figure 2 side 10R probability variation) may be configured to be longer than the other jackpots. (L) At least the minimum advantage jackpot (in this example, special figure 2 side 2R probability variable) may be configured so that the total elapsed time is shorter than the other jackpots. (M) The variable time is not limited to the variable time and/or selectivity shown in FIG. For example, in FIG. 20, the relationship between the shortest, longest, and average variation time is "special figure 2 side 2R probability variation <special figure 2 side 5R probability variation <special figure 2 side 10R probability variation" but not limited to this relationship , Shortest, longest, and of the average variation time, part may be the same, "special figure 2 side 5R probability variation < special figure 2 side 2R probability variation < special figure 2 side 10R probability variation", Some relationships may be reversed. (N) Also, as an indicator, Rtal (total number of rounds consumed) is the total elapsed time (when considering fluctuation time) and / or total INT time until the lowest common multiple of the maximum number of rounds of each jackpot is consumed (When the variation time is not taken into account), it may be configured such that the longer the jackpot with a relatively higher advantage (the shorter the jackpot with a relatively lower advantage) pattern). In the case of this example 5, as shown in FIG. 21 (D), the total elapsed time and / or the total INT time is "special figure 2 side 2R probability variation (advantage low) < special figure 2 side 5R probability variation < special figure 2 side 10R It can be configured to satisfy "variable probability (high advantage)".

In addition, in this embodiment, the jackpot targeted for consecutive houses was explained as the jackpot type on the special figure 2 side, but depending on the game state (normally, time saving, probability change, or latent probability, or depending on the presence or absence of an electric support te) When there is no advantage or disadvantage depending on how to hit (right-handed or left-handed), or when there is almost no difference in the degree of advantage (when there is virtually no disadvantage for the player regardless of which way of hitting) ), the first hit target jackpot and the Renso target jackpot do not distinguish between the special 1 side and the special 2 side, and the values such as the degree of advantage, extension rate ER, RUNT, various INT times, etc. should be considered. Also, there is no advantage or disadvantage in how to hit depending on the game state, but under the state without electric sapo, you can win the special figure 1 side start opening (for example, the upper start opening 34) and the special figure 2 side start opening (for example, the lower It is difficult or impossible to win a prize to the starting port 35), but under the state where there is an electric sapo, a game in which winning frequently occurs at the special figure 2 side starting port (lower starting port 35) due to the general power open game In the case of a machine, if the first hit target jackpot is the special map 1 side jackpot type, and the Renso target jackpot is the special map 2 side jackpot type, the degree of advantage, extension rate ER, RUNT, various INT time, etc. good.

[Second embodiment]
Next, a second embodiment according to the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 22 to 25. FIG.
<Examples 1 to 4: FIGS. 22 to 25>
22 to 25 are explanatory diagrams for explaining Examples 1 to 4 according to the second embodiment. Of these, Example 1 (FIGS. 22A to E) is in the normal state, and Example 2 (FIGS. 23A to E) is in the variable probability state, respectively, in the jackpot lottery, the game state when winning "variable probability big hit or short time big hit" and the transition of the advance notice effect with the lapse of time. In addition, Example 3 (FIGS. 24A to 24E) shows the transition of the game state and the transition of the notice effect when winning the "variable probability big hit" in the variable probability state with the passage of time, and Example 4 (FIG. 25A ~E) shows the transition of the game state and the transition of the advance notice effect with the lapse of time in the case of winning the "time-saving jackpot" in the variable probability state.

In these Examples 1 to 4, as the "game state", the normal state (low probability, no electric sapo state / special figure, normal figure fluctuation) and the variable state (high probability, electric sapo state / special figure, There is a change in the normal figure). In addition, regarding "effects", the effect flow (outline of various effects that appear during the game with variable pattern display: overview of the effect scenario), liquid crystal effect (image display effect), movable body (movable body effect), decorative pattern (decoration Design mode), Mini design (Production mode related to the 4th design) items (Items for light effect and sound effect are not shown), and for special symbols, special symbol segment (special symbol display device 38a, 39b 7 segments), and regarding the launch direction of left-handed and right-handed, right-handed display (right-handed suggestion effect), right-handed notification lamp (display mode of right-handed display device 39b), launch direction (left There is an item for hitting/right hitting).

<Example 1: FIGS. 22A to 22E>
Figures 22A to 22E show, as Example 1, under the "normal state" (low probability, no electric sapo/variation between special and normal patterns), in the jackpot lottery, "variable big hit (for example, 5R variable big hit , 10R probability variable jackpot)” or “Time saving jackpot (for example, time saving A jackpot, time saving B jackpot)” are shown along with the passage of time. Of these, the first FIG. 22A shows an example for comparison (hereinafter referred to as “comparative example 1”), and the remaining FIGS. , this example 2, . . . , this example 4) are shown.

In the first embodiment (FIGS. 22A to 22E), any of the jackpot types (winning types) shown in FIG. 4 is targeted as the jackpot type. That is, it is a specific example that can be applied to any of the jackpot types shown in FIG. Since the first embodiment deals with the winning in the normal state, it mainly targets the jackpot type related to the "special figure 1" which is the target of the "first hit". Regarding the first embodiment (FIGS. 22A to 22E), it can also be applied to the potential probability jackpot type that triggers the transition to the potential probability state (not shown), and there is no particular limit to the jackpot type (described later). The same applies to the embodiments of FIGS. 23 to 25). In addition, in the first embodiment (FIGS. 22A to 22E), the production flow (production scenario) related to the SPSP reach type is typically handled, but it may be applied to the SP reach type, or only a specific reach type , and it can be determined as appropriate to what kind of reach type it is applied to (the same applies to the embodiments of FIGS. 23 to 25 described later).

(1) Comparative Example 1 (Fig. 22A)
In the normal state, when a jackpot is won, the production flow proceeds as shown below in Comparative Example 1 (FIG. 22A). Here, since the case of winning the big hit is explained, the variation pattern related to the special figure deals with the hit reach variation pattern. Note that the jackpot types described below are not particularly limited to specific jackpots.

(a) Elapsed time 0 s to 24 s (0 s ≤ time t < 24 s): SP reach pre-stage With reference to FIG. It changes from "high-speed fluctuation (variation display in high-speed fluctuation state)" (elapsed time 0s to 15s) to reach fluctuation (elapsed time 15s to 24s). During the "high-speed fluctuation" period (time 0s to 15s), after the decorative patterns continue to be displayed at high speed for a predetermined period of time, the left pattern is first temporarily stopped, and then the right pattern is temporarily stopped. (for example, the left and right symbols shift from the high-speed fluctuation state to the low-speed fluctuation state, and then slowly temporarily stop) to form a ready-to-win state (eg, "8↓8") (time 15s to 18s). Then, in the reach fluctuation period (time 15s to 24s), while the left pattern and the right pattern maintain the reach state, the middle pattern, for example, swings, scales, or deforms. (Time 18s to 24s), and a reach effect that fuels the development of SP reach appears. The reach variation performed in the initial stage is "N reach" variation, and in the case of this embodiment, the SP reach and SPSP reach are transferred (executed) after passing through this N reach variation. ing. Also, before the ready-to-win state is formed, various advance notice effects (prediction effects related to the reach fluctuation pattern) appear as liquid crystal effects (effect display) (time 0s to 18s). In addition, the "mini pattern" on the LCD screen is in a high-speed fluctuation state (during fluctuation display), the special pattern (special pattern segment) of the special pattern display device is also in a fluctuation state (during fluctuation display), and the "right stroke" on the liquid crystal screen "Display" is not displayed, and the "Right shot notification lamp" is not lit, that is, indicates the instruction state of "Left shot".

(b) Elapsed time 24 s to 42 s (24 s ≤ time t < 42 s): SP reach stage production flow moves to "SP reach" (time 24 s to 42 s), and as a liquid crystal production, during this SP reach, for example, the so-called " A notice effect such as cut-in notice” (cut-in notice during SP reach) occurs, and then a development effect that suggests the possibility of development in SP reach appears. This "cut-in notice" is provided with a plurality of types of cut-in notices according to the degree of expectation for winning. For example, different characters A (high expectation), B (medium expectation), C (low expectations), etc. The higher the expectation of winning the cut-in notice, the higher the expectation of winning the jackpot, in other words, the higher the expectation of SPSP reach, which will be described later. In addition, in the case of a loss, a loss is reported as a game result without developing into an SPSP reach in the development effect, and the current pattern variation display game ends. Also, even if a jackpot is won, in the case of a performance content (drawing scenario) that does not develop into SPSP reach and ends with SP reach, the big win is reported in development performance.

Also, at the start of the SP reach, so that the decorative pattern in the reach state does not interfere with other effects, the evacuation display area in the upper right corner or upper left corner of the liquid crystal screen ("upper right / upper left" in the illustration) notation), etc., and the change state is displayed in this evacuation display area. This retraction display area is a display area that is smaller than the normal decorative pattern display area, and in the case of the present embodiment, is much smaller than the single decorative pattern display area shown in FIG. For example, if the area of the display area for one normal decorative pattern is Y and the area of the retracted display area is X, then Y/10≦X≦Y/5. In the case of the present embodiment, the "mini-symbol" is not retracted and displayed, and the variable display is continued at the initial position. It may be displayed by changing the size.

(c) Elapsed time 42s to 135s (42s≤time t<135s): SPSP reach (advanced SP reach) stage The production flow shifts from SP reach to "SPSP reach" (time 42s to 135s). In terms of production, it develops into the above-mentioned advanced SP reach (SPSP reach). When the SP reach is reached, the liquid crystal effect is displayed for 3 seconds after the development effect generated during the SP reach is displayed. It changes to a participatory presentation of "hit-or-lose button presentation" (time 57s-69s). This "hit-or-lose button effect" is a effect that notifies the result of the current symbol variation display game (big hit lottery result). For example, an operation instruction effect of "press the button!" In this mode, the game result is notified when the player presses the effect button 13 or the valid operation period elapses. In addition, the "cut-in notice" here is a cut-in notice during SP SP reach, but as with the cut-in notice during SP reach mentioned above, there are multiple types of cut-in notices according to the winning expectation. there is For example, there are different characters D (high expectation), E (medium expectation), F (low expectation), etc., used for advance notice display.

After the win-lose button effect is completed, the liquid crystal effect then shifts to "movable object appearance effect" (time 69s-87s), "rainbow flash" (time 87s-105s), and "winning effect" (time 105s-135s). and go. The “movable object appearance effect” is an effect that arouses whether or not a movable object effect will appear. Here, since we are dealing with a big hit, a movable body effect will appear in the movable body appearance effect (time 69s to 87s) described later after the win-lose button effect, but in the case of losing, the movable body effect will not appear. First, the decorative pattern corresponding to the loss is stopped and displayed, and the current game ends. "Rainbow flash" is a flashy effect that definitely informs that you have won a jackpot. Special sound effects such as sounds are generated. In addition, the "winning effect" is a effect that definitely notifies that you have won a big hit like Rainbow Flash. A combination of decorative symbols is displayed (winning display). However, the decorative symbols displayed at this stage are displayed in a temporary stop display state (for example, a shaking fluctuation display state). The final combination of decorative symbols is stop-displayed (confirmed display) through the "promotion effect" described later.

The period during which the "movable body appearance effect" occurs is, for example, a movable body role (flower-shaped role) 90 (first movable body 91 (flower-shaped part 91) and second movable body 92 (arm 92)) is a period during which a predetermined motion (for example, a swing motion) is performed, that is, a period during which the “appearance of first movable body + second movable body” in FIG. 22A is performed. The period (time 87s to 102s) in which the "rainbow flash" occurs is the period in which the "first movable body + second movable body stop" is performed. In this "first movable body + second movable body stop" period, as a movable body effect, for example, while maintaining the state where the arm 92 of the second movable body is stopped at the position indicated by the broken line in FIG. The flower-shaped part 91 of the movable body rotates, and a flashy movable body production of rainbow colors is performed. During the period from this "movable body appearance effect" to "rainbow flash" (time 69s to 105s), the decorative pattern is not displayed on the liquid crystal screen and is "hidden". The decorative symbols are displayed during the period during which the "win effect" occurs (at least during the period during which the symbols are determined). Also, during this period, the mini symbols are not hidden, and the high-speed fluctuation display is continued.

When the above-mentioned "Rainbow Flash" occurs and the player is definitely informed that the jackpot has been won, the winning effect is generated (time 105s to 135s). During the period during which the winning effect occurs, as the movable object effect, the first movable body 91 and the second movable body 92 are returned to their initial positions (time 105 s to 120 s), and a decorative pattern is displayed on the liquid crystal screen. Winning display (display mode indicating big win winning) is performed with all symbols aligned (time 105s to 135s). Here, the chance symbols (for example, even-numbered symbols) or probability variable symbols (for example, odd-numbered symbols) are displayed in a temporary stop display state as the winning display of the decorative symbols. It should be noted that, when the probability variation pattern (for example, odd pattern matching) is temporarily stopped and displayed, the probability variation pattern is always maintained without falling down to the chance pattern (even number pattern) in the promotion effect described later.

(d) Elapsed time 135 s to 159 s (135 s ≤ time t < 159 s): Promotion production execution stage The production flow shifts from SPSP reach to “promotion production” (time 135 s to 159 s), and then “symbol confirmation” (Time 159s to 165s).

This "promotion effect" (time 135 s to 159 s) is a effect for notifying whether or not the decorative pattern is promoted from the chance pattern (even number pattern) to the probability variation pattern (odd number pattern) on the liquid crystal screen. It is a production that belongs to the participatory production. In the promotion effect, first, the reception of the operation of the effect button 13 is treated as valid for a predetermined time, and a "button effect" (for example, a button image is displayed on the liquid crystal screen) that prompts the button operation appears (from time 135s). 144s). If the player operates the production button 13 within the effective acceptance period of this button operation, or if the effective acceptance period has passed, as a production result, if the jackpot won this time is a "probability variable jackpot", "promotion" is performed. "Success" is reported, and "promotion failure" is reported in the case of "time-saving jackpot" (result report: time 144 s to 150 s). Until the result is announced, the decorative pattern maintains the evacuation display, shake fluctuation display, or low speed fluctuation display, and in the case of a successful promotion, the chance pattern is converted to a probability variation pattern (odd number design). Winning display to promotion (probability variation pattern promotion: time 150s to 159s). On the other hand, in the case of promotion failure, the symbol promotion is not performed, and the chance symbol is continuously displayed as it is. In the promotion effect, a movable object effect may be performed. For example, in the case of a successful promotion, the number sector is displayed in rainbow color (emission color corresponding to the successful promotion) while rotating the clock hand 82 of the clock-shaped accessory 80 at high speed. ), or by rotating the flower-shaped part 91 of the flower-shaped accessory 90 at high speed, the rainbow colors can be developed. Also, during the promotion effect, the decorative patterns may be hidden, and at least the mini patterns should be in a display state (high-speed fluctuating display) corresponding to the variable display operation (here, during fluctuation) of the decorative patterns (other The same applies to Examples).

In addition, as the content of the promotion performance, the content of promotion is to notify the fact that the time-saving jackpot is a variable-probability jackpot, but the present invention is not limited to this. As for promotion-type effects, the following effects can be produced depending on the type of jackpot provided in the gaming machine. for example,
(a) Suggesting the possibility of both a normal jackpot (first hit: not shown) that triggers a transition to a normal state and a variable probability jackpot or short-time jackpot (second hit), and a normal jackpot (first hit) A production that notifies promotion from to a certain variable jackpot or a short-time jackpot (second hit).
(b) In the case of winning a variable probability jackpot, the number of game balls that can be obtained during the jackpot game is relatively small (for example, the maximum number of rounds is small). Suggesting the possibility of both the first variable probability jackpot in which the number of game balls to be obtained is relatively large (the maximum number of rounds is large), and the possibility of the second probability variable jackpot in which the number of game balls to be obtained during the jackpot game is relatively small. A performance for notifying promotion from (jackpot with a small maximum number of rounds) to a first probability variable jackpot (jackpot with a large number of rounds) with a relatively large number of game balls obtainable during a jackpot game.
(c) When the time-saving jackpot is won, both the time-saving jackpot with a relatively small number of time-saving jackpots (second time-saving jackpot) and the time-saving jackpot with a relatively large number of time-saving jackpots (first time-saving jackpot) If there is a possibility, a performance is given to notify promotion from a time-saving big win (second time-saving big win) with a relatively small number of time-saving times to a time-saving big win (first time-saving big win) with a relatively large number of time-saving times.
In any case, if the content of the promotion notification suggests the possibility of winning both a jackpot with a relatively low degree of advantage and a jackpot with a relatively high degree of advantage, the jackpot with a relatively high degree of advantage It can be a content that informs (suggests) that you have won.

(e) Elapsed time 159 s to 165 s (159 s ≤ time t < 165 s): design confirmation stage After that, the production flow proceeds to "design confirmation", and the special figure (special figure segment) by the special symbol display device corresponds to the jackpot type. A stop display mode, for example, "7" is stopped and "winning display (confirmation display)" is performed. In addition, the decorative symbols are determined and displayed in a display mode according to the result of the promotion effect, and the mini symbols are also displayed as winning. In addition, as a liquid crystal effect, during the pattern confirmation period, the liquid crystal screen displays a temporary stop until the decorative pattern is confirmed and displayed (shake fluctuation), and a "confirmation screen" including a predetermined image display that informs you of the jackpot winning. Is displayed. In addition, the above-mentioned "display mode according to the promotion effect result" regarding the decorative pattern is a combination of either chance pattern or probability variation pattern, or a combination of these patterns, but a character, an item, or a character display. There may be. However, at least the mini symbol is a winning display related to the special symbol jackpot winning, or the decorative stop symbol (chance symbol or probability variation symbol) (Other embodiments described later (Fig. 22B to Fig. 25) as well).

(Regarding the fixed display period during the design fixed period)
Also, in the illustration, for convenience of explanation, it is explained that the special figure is stopped and displayed during the period of "symbol confirmation", but to be precise, the special figure (special figure segment) by the special symbol display device is confirmed. Until the display period (fixed display time) arrives (until the variable time has passed), the special figure is "in variable display". Specifically, the final display time (500 ms) is provided as the final display period in the second half of the "symbol finalization" period of the production flow, and when this final display period arrives, the special symbol is stopped and displayed (confirmed display), and along with this, the "decorative pattern" and "mini pattern" displayed on the liquid crystal screen are also stopped and displayed (confirmed display) (specific examples and comparative examples shown in FIGS. 22B to 25D described later). the same for ). For example, in the case of this comparative example 1, from time 0s to time 164.5s is the period during the special figure fluctuation, and the fixed display time arrives from time 164.5s and the fixed display time (500ms) is clocked. , During this period, special symbols are displayed (confirmed display) ("decorative design" and "mini design" are also confirmed at this stage). Then, when the fixed display time (500 ms) has passed, the current symbol variation display game is ended, and the game result is fixed.

(f) Jackpot game period After the pattern is determined, the game state shifts to the jackpot game, and during the jackpot game, it is controlled to the state of "no electric sapo state + low probability state, special figure fluctuation display game cannot be executed". The structure of the jackpot game period has already been described. Note that FIG. 22 (FIGS. 22A to 22E) shows only the period of the start INT (column of "jackpot start INT" in the drawing) of the jackpot game period (the same applies to FIGS. 23 to 25 described later). 22 to 25, the start INT and its OP effects are described in the first specific example (FIGS. 6, 7 to 12, etc.) of the first embodiment in order to facilitate understanding of the present invention. ), or modified as appropriate to the second embodiment.

In the case of FIG. 22A (Comparative Example 1), at the start INT of the jackpot game period (time 0 s to 18 s (the elapsed time at the end of the column of "15 s" is 18 s), as the opening effect (OP effect), it is confirmed on the liquid crystal screen After the image continues for a predetermined time (time 0s to 6s during the start INT), the liquid crystal screen displays a predetermined firing guide image for right-handed shooting, along with a voice saying "Please hit right-handed" from a sound generator such as a speaker 46. A right-handed instruction message is played (after 6s during the start INT).In addition, from the time the start INT is entered, the decorative pattern and mini pattern are hidden, and the right-handed suggestion display (right-handed suggestion production) is displayed. The start INT ends at time 183 s from the start of the symbol variation (symbol variation display game period (165 s) + start INT (18 s) = 183 s). When finished, the round game execution period is entered, and the round game is repeatedly executed up to the maximum number of rounds, whereby the player receives a lot of game balls paid out in a short period of time.

In the present embodiment, due to the arrangement of the big winning openings 50, etc., it is advantageous to hit to the right during the jackpot game, and it is recommended to hit to the right. However, since the start INT is a period in which the round game has not yet started, even if a right-hand shot is started here, the game ball is almost a dead ball (waste ball) (in the case of this embodiment, a large Since the lower starting port 35 and the general winning port 43 are provided on the downstream side of the winning port 50, there is a rare possibility of winning in these winning ports). Therefore, in order to prevent the occurrence of wasted balls as much as possible, the player does not start hitting the ball immediately after winning a big hit, but usually waits until the voice message "Please hit to the right" appears. , to start launching. Then, the player acquires many game balls in a short period of time through the round game during the jackpot game. Further, when the final round game ends, the big winning hole is closed and the end INT is started, but even during this end INT, some players stop hitting in order to prevent the occurrence of useless balls.

<Relationship between the compliance rate of the model test and the interval period during the jackpot>
If there are many winning balls due to the above-mentioned jackpot game, the conformity rate of the type test such as the short-term test (1 hour) will deteriorate. In model tests (short-term test (1 hour), mid-term test (4 hours), long-term test (10 hours), etc.), each interval period (start INT, R interval INT, end INT) that is the closing period of the grand prize opening During the entire period of the big win including the big win, it is performed by continuing to hit to the right toward the big winning hole 50 located on the right side of the game board. Since these interval periods are periods in which the big winning opening is not open, most of the game balls launched during these periods are wasted balls, and have the effect of reducing the number of balls released, that is, the effect of lowering the base value. It means that Therefore, as already explained, if the interval period during the jackpot game becomes longer, the ball output decreases (the speed of ball output during the jackpot decreases), making it easier to comply with the model test (improvement rate). There is a relationship.

On the other hand, in the actual game, during the start INT and the end INT, which are relatively long in these interval periods, the player stops the shooting action to suppress the generation of invalid balls, so-called "stop shot". it is conceivable that. As a result, the generation of invalid balls can be suppressed by the amount of the game machine that conforms to the model test. is useful. In this case, it is particularly noted that the conformity rate of the model test can be maintained and the gambling property (for example, feeling of winning a ball) can be enhanced.

This embodiment focuses on the relationship between the conformity rate of the above type test and the interval period during the jackpot, and by lengthening the time scale of the interval period during the jackpot, lowers the base value and increases the conformity rate of the type test. To secure and to maintain gambling property at the time of actually playing a game to some extent high. In this embodiment, particularly, attention is paid to the "start INT" placed before the start of the first round game, and the period of this start INT is made to look as if the symbol variation display game at the time of winning the big win is continuing. It consists of a pseudo-fluctuation production period (hereinafter referred to as “additional production period”), followed by an “opening production period (hereinafter referred to as “OP production period” in this embodiment). The production period 'is a section in which the production is executed by the production means but the fact that it is a jackpot game period is concealed by production (jackpot game start concealment section), and the following 'OP production period' is Please output a voice message such as ", and it is a section (jackpot game determination notification section) in which an effect (jackpot notification effect) for deterministically notifying that it is a jackpot game period is executed. This jackpot notification effect is the first time. Effect for notifying that the round game will start soon (effect related to the start of the first round game), in other words, effect for notifying that opening (opening/closing control) of the big prize mouth will start (big prize mouth production related to the start of the opening and closing period).

That is, in the additional performance period, a predetermined performance (pseudo-fluctuation performance) is executed by the performance means, but at this stage, the entry into the jackpot game period is not reported yet (there is no definite notification). , and after reaching the OP performance period following this, by executing a jackpot notification performance (substantial winning performance) with a voice message such as ``Please hit right'', it is confirmed that it is in the jackpot game period. to make the player aware that he is playing a jackpot game. According to this embodiment, part of the start INT period can be made to look like the game is in progress, so even if the start INT is set to a long time, gambling can be enhanced ( It is possible to prevent the player from feeling boredom) and improve the compliance rate of the model test. This point is the novelty of the present invention. In addition, the present embodiment is suitable for a case where it is not preferable to make the end INT long because of the playability and effects, since the start INT is long. For example, there is a case of "total R-interval INT or end INT<start INT".

Hereinafter, a specific example of the present invention (hereinafter referred to as "this example") will be described by focusing on the characteristic portions of the present invention while comparing it with a "comparative example".

(2) Example 1 (Fig. 22B)
Example 1 (FIG. 22B) is a specific example of the present invention when a jackpot is won in the normal state. The same applies to Examples 2 to 4 (FIGS. 22C to 22E), which will be described later. It should be noted that the contents described in Comparative Example 1 (Fig. 22A) (contents related to items such as liquid crystal effect, movable body effect, decorative pattern, mini pattern, special segment, right-handed display, right-handed notification lamp, etc.) are substantially the same. The content will be omitted as appropriate to avoid duplication of description.

In the above comparative example 1 (FIG. 22A), under the normal state, the production flow is "high speed fluctuation→reach fluctuation→SP reach→SPSP reach→promotion effect→symbol confirmation", and the big win game is started. Then, as soon as the start INT related to the jackpot game period is started, the opening (OP presentation period) is started.

However, in this example 1 (FIG. 22B), the production flow is as follows: "reach change → SP reach → SPSP reach → pattern confirmation → production within start INT (promotion production (production during additional production period) → OP production)" It is designed to follow the process of This example 1 is the same as the comparative example 1 (Fig. 22A) up to "reach fluctuation → SP reach → SPSP reach", but in this example 1 (Fig. 22B), the promotion effect comes after "symbol confirmation". It differs from FIG. 22A in that the start INT starts from the "promotion effect" in FIG. 22A. In other words, in the start INT of this example 1, the "additional effect period" is placed as a preliminary stage (time 0s to time 24s during the start INT), the above-mentioned "promotion effect" is inserted here, and then As a post-stage, the period of the "OP effect" corresponding to the start INT of FIG. 22A (comparative example), that is, the effect of executing the "big hit notification effect" for definitively notifying that the effect is during the big hit game period. It has a two-stage production structure in which a section (time 24s to 34s) continues. The start INT according to this example 1, as shown in FIG. 22A, starts at the end of design determination (elapsed time 141 s) and ends at elapsed time 0 s to 42 s (time 183 s after the start of design fluctuation). . That is, the time point at which the start INT ends is the same as in the first comparative example. 22B to 22E (examples 1 to 4) are common in that the end point of the start INT (the end of the start INT) is the same as in comparative example 1. FIG.

Specifically, the series of effect scenarios during the symbol variation display game according to Comparative Example 1 (FIG. 22A) is the first effect scenario (the first half) during the symbol variation display game at the time of winning the jackpot. ), and a second effect scenario (second half) during at least a part of the period (the additional effect period) of the start INT that is subsequently executed after the symbol variation display game ends. It is a form that is controlled by the appearance. Therefore, the same effect flow as in Comparative Example 1 shown in FIG. 22A proceeds over the additional effect period from the start of symbol variation to the start INT. In addition, the production in the second production scenario (in the case of this example 1, the promotion production), that is, the production related to the additional production period is part of the production during the hit (other specific examples described later (this The same applies to Examples 2 to 14)). Therefore, the promotion effect of Example 1 is "promotion effect during winning", and the promotion effect of Comparative Example 1 shown in FIG. 22A is "promotion effect during fluctuation" that appears during the symbol variation display game . When displaying the "promoting effect during winning" according to the present example 1, for example, after confirming and displaying the decorative symbols with the chance symbols at the time of symbol determination during the symbol variation display game, in the promoting effect during the start INT. If the game result is a variable jackpot, an effect (success promotion effect) to notify that effect appears, and if the result is a short-time jackpot, a effect (failure to promote promotion effect) to notify that effect appears. , in the promotion performance during the win, a performance that simulates the content of the above-mentioned promotion performance during fluctuation may be displayed. Any control method may be used as long as the object of the present invention can be achieved as a method of controlling the appearance of effects during the symbol variation display game and during the additional effect period. For example, a winning variation pattern is selected, and the production contents (production scenario based on the variation pattern designation command) related to the variation pattern are determined as a series of production contents to appear in the symbol variation display game and the additional production period, may be made to appear in a period straddling the symbol variation display game period and the additional effect period.

Incidentally, the promotion effect during winning may be a different effect from the promotion effect during fluctuation. Due to the nature of the effect that appears before the design is confirmed, the promotion effect during fluctuation is based on the premise of displaying decorative patterns, such as converting from chance patterns to probability variation patterns. , In the promotion effect during the hit, while the decorative pattern is hidden (see the item column of the decorative pattern of the promotion effect in FIG. 22B), the liquid crystal screen displays “Probability GET !!”, “Probability promotion!” , "One more time!"

In this way, even if the start INT is entered, the ``promoting performance'' is executed during the additional performance period without executing the ``opening performance (big win notification performance)'' for announcing the big win immediately from the start time. (Refer to the column of times 0s to 21s during the start INT in FIG. 22B). To put it simply, even if the start INT is started, the player is not immediately conscious of the fact that the big win is being played, and the player is made conscious of the big win until the start of the opening performance. An additional performance period is provided as a means for delaying awareness, and during this additional performance period, a performance mode (promoting performance in the case of Example 1) appears as if the pattern variation display game is continuing. (The same applies to other specific examples described later). As a result of inserting the additional effect period into the start INT in this way, and the start INT being composed of the additional effect period and the OP effect period, in this example 1 (FIG. 22B), the time length of the start INT is It is longer on the front side of the time axis than in the case of Comparative Example 1 (FIG. 22A) by the amount of the promotion effect (0 s to 24 s). During this additional performance period, the game period actually enters into the jackpot game period, but since the player is conscious of the pattern variation display game, the start INT is set longer than in Comparative Example 1. Also, the player comes to enjoy the game without feeling a sense of sluggishness. Regarding this point, in the case of Comparative Example 1, the period from the start of the symbol variation display game at the time of winning the jackpot to the start of the first round game is "165 seconds of symbol variation display game period (fluctuation time) + 18 seconds of start INT". is 183 seconds in total (see column of elapsed time in FIG. 22A), but if this period is considered to be fixed, the starting INT should be extended and the symbol variation display game period should be shortened accordingly. For example, it is effective in terms of lowering the base value and increasing the compatibility rate of gaming machines in model tests. However, shortening the period (variation time) of the symbol variation display game shortens the effect time when SPSP ready-to-win appears, and results in hindering the degree of freedom of the notice effect during the game. Also, if the start INT is simply set to a long time, the problem of feeling of dullness still remains. Therefore, it is conceivable to intervene a simple player participation type (music selection effect) or a flashy effect as in the first embodiment. highly effective in certain cases. However, the starting INT of 40 seconds or longer, as in the present embodiment, lacks effectiveness, and requires further improvement in presentation. This is because, when the player knows the start of the jackpot game period, the desire to obtain the ball as soon as possible is usually generated, and the longer the start INT is, the more the player tends to feel irritated. In any case, if the start INT is set to a long time blindly, the balance between the effect and the feeling of winning the ball becomes unbalanced, and the player's interest in the game may decrease.

In view of such circumstances, in the present embodiment, the additional effect period (hidden period for the start of the big win game) is created, and even if the big win game period starts, the current pattern variation display game continues in an effect. pretend to be Then, after the additional performance period is over, the ``big hit notification performance'' is displayed, and when the player is conscious that the pattern variation display game is over, a situation is created in which the start INT is already started. By doing so, it is possible to make it look as if the 1Rth round game is started in a short time after the pattern variation display game is finished. As a result, it is possible to achieve an appropriate balance between the sense of winning balls and the presentation.

Such an effect is specified as an additional performance period during the start INT without extending the end point later within the same symbol fluctuation time (variation pattern with the same fluctuation time), that is, in one fluctuation of the same time scale. This is obtained by adopting a configuration in which the start point of the start INT is extended forward on the time axis by inserting the period of the effect (in the case of the first example, the promotion effect). In addition, during this additional effect period, as a liquid crystal effect, a "promotion effect (button effect → result notification → bonus content promotion)" related to the notification of the profit status promotion, which is of great interest to the player, is displayed. there is That is, various effects are performed in the additional effect period in which the big win start INT is longer. Therefore, the player's attention is directed to these performances, and the player can enjoy the game without making the player aware of the extension of the time scale of the start of the big win INT or giving a sense of incongruity in the game. It is during the ``OP presentation period'' following the additional presentation period that the player is conscious of the fact that the player is in the midst of a big hit, and the ``jackpot notification presentation'' is executed by a voice message such as ``Please hit right''. It is from. For example, in the case of Example 1 shown in FIG. 22B, after a while (after a predetermined time has passed) after entering the OP effect period, the big hit notification effect is started. Specifically, during the OP effect period, after the pattern matching display by promotion effect (post-promotion effect winning pattern notification) is continuously displayed until at least 24 s to 30 s (24 s ≤ time t < 30 s) (post-promotion effect hit symbol notification period), the arrival of time 30s triggers the start of a jackpot notification performance such as "Please hit right", and the player becomes aware that the jackpot is in progress. Therefore, in the case of this example, the OP effect period starts at time 24 s. It may be set as the start time of the OP effect period (the same applies to other specific examples described later). After the additional effect period ends (here, time 24s), the big hit notification effect may be started at the arrival of the OP effect period. In this case, the winning symbol notification after the promotion effect and the big hit notification effect can be redundantly (simultaneously) notified.

Further, in this embodiment (the examples of FIGS. 22 to 25), the following effects are obtained. In the model test, since the right-handed action is performed when entering the jackpot game, in the case of the present example 1, compared with the comparative example 1, the additional performance period "promoting performance" (time 0 s to 24 s). Only, the practically meaningless right-handed period is lengthened. In other words, since the winning avoidance period to the upper starting hole 34 (hereinafter referred to as "winning avoidance period") starts earlier than in Comparative Example 1, the number of useless balls increases and the base value decreases. . As a result, in Example 1, there are more wasted hits than in Comparative Example 1, and the ball output speed is lowered. That is, it becomes possible to make the base value relatively low. Therefore, compared to Comparative Example 1 (FIG. 22A), the conformance rate of the game machine in the model test increases. Even if a right-handed action is performed from the start of the round game, the ball is launched under the low base state during the additional performance period, and the speed of putting out balls is reduced in any case. By the way, in the actual game, among the players, it is considered that there are expert players (advanced players) who can quickly perceive the additional effect period. It is thought that such a player makes stop shots during the starting INT to eliminate the occurrence of wasted balls. It is possible to exhibit a ball payout performance higher than the ball payout performance (ball payout rate) in the test. In this respect, there is an advantage for the player side as well, and it is possible to provide a gaming machine having an appropriate level of gambling.

(Modified example of additional presentation period according to the present embodiment)
In order to make the additional effect period act as the above-mentioned "hidden game start hidden period", it is preferable to configure the display mode of the decorative symbols belonging to the liquid crystal effect as follows (other specific examples described later as well). The variable display of the decorative pattern is fixed during the pattern fixing period (first effect scenario) (refer to the decorative pattern item (stop display) corresponding to the shown effect flow "symbol fixed" column). The performance period is made to act as the above-mentioned ``hidden period for the start of the big win game'', in other words, the break between the end of the current symbol variation display game and the start of the big win game (start of the start INT) is made difficult to understand in terms of performance. For this purpose, it is preferable to set the fixed display time to an extremely short time, for example, about 100 ms to 500 ms (at least 10 millisecond order or at least 100 millisecond order), and finish the finalized display state of the decorative pattern in a short time. . For example, if the fixed display time of the special pattern is extremely short as "128 ms", and the decorative pattern is stopped and displayed (fixed display) only for this very short time of "128 ms", then at the end of this pattern fluctuation display game It becomes difficult to discriminate the boundary between the start of the jackpot game and the start of the jackpot game. Also, the fixed display time may have different time widths depending on the game state. For example, it can be 500ms in the case of the normal state (game state with no power supply), and 128ms in the case of the time saving state or variable probability state (game state with power supply). In addition, a different time between one game state with an electric sapo (for example, a time saving state) and another game state with an electric sapo (for example, a variable probability state) may be 128 ms, etc.).

(Regarding the confirmed display during the decorative pattern confirmation period)
In addition, regarding the display of the decorative pattern, it is possible to perform the confirmation display in the retracted display area while the retracted display is being performed. The reason for this is that if the decorative pattern is extensively displayed on the liquid crystal screen, it will be obvious that the pattern has been confirmed and displayed. In this case, as a liquid crystal effect related to the notification period of the winning pattern using the decorative pattern in the winning effect and other effects, for example, while maintaining the state in which the decorative pattern is displayed in a small size in the evacuation display area (maintaining low identifiability), and displaying an image display effect (main winning display effect) such as displaying a large display on the LCD screen such as "Big hit!" is preferred. That is, this main winning display performance acts as a ``attention diverting performance'' for diverting the player's attention from the display of the decoration pattern, and can have an effect of making it difficult for the player to perceive that the game state has entered a big winning game. More preferably, during a predetermined period including at least the "fixed display period", for example, in each specific example shown in FIGS. (for example, FIG. 23B, which will be described later), the decorative symbols are hidden at the timing of retreat display, and the decorative symbols are hidden from display for a predetermined period until the end of the symbol fluctuation display game. be able to. Even if the decorative pattern itself is not displayed, the display state of the decorative pattern is informed by the mini-pattern.

(Regarding special figures, mini symbols, right-handed notification lamps, etc. during the additional production period)
Since the additional effect period (here, the promotion effect period) is already in the jackpot game period (see the jackpot start INT column in FIG. 22B), as shown in the figure, the decorative patterns and mini patterns are hidden, and the special The drawing shows winning display (continuous display from the fixed display period), the right-handed information lamp is lit, and the launch direction is right-handed (the same applies to other specific examples described later). However, since this example 1 is "winning in the normal state", at the stage of the promotion effect (time 0s to 24s), the "Right shot suggestion display" of the launch direction is not yet performed on the liquid crystal screen, and the OP effect period After waiting for a predetermined timing (in this case, the timing of time 27s), the “right-handed suggestion display” is started. In addition, during the promotion production period, a movable body production may be performed, a mini pattern and / or a decorative pattern may be displayed, and can be determined as appropriate (the same applies to other specific examples described later). .

(3) Example 2 (Fig. 22C)
FIG. 22C shows, as Example 2, another specific example of the present invention when a jackpot is won in the normal state. In order to avoid redundant description, the description of substantially the same contents as in FIG. 22B will be omitted as appropriate (the same applies to FIGS. 22D to 22E described later).

In this example 2 (Fig. 22C), under normal conditions, the production flow is as follows: "High-speed fluctuation -> reach fluctuation -> SP reach -> SPSP reach first half -> symbol confirmation -> production within start INT (SPSP reach second half -> promotion production)". It's becoming This production flow is exactly the same as in FIG. 22A (comparative example 1) up to "high speed fluctuation → reach fluctuation → SP reach → first half of SPSP reach", but at the start INT after "symbol determination", "second half of SPSP reach" 22A in that the start INT starts in the middle of the SPSP reach in FIG. 22A. That is, in the start INT of this example 2, as a liquid crystal effect, "SPSP reach second half" is inserted in the first stage (time 0 s to 30 s), and "promotion effect" is inserted in the second stage (time 30 s to 54 s). , followed by an “OP effect period” (time 54s to 72s: corresponding to start INT in FIG. 22A) as the third step. The end point of the start INT is the same as in FIG. 22A (comparative example 1).

As a result, in this example 2 (FIG. 22C), the time length of the start INT is set as the additional effect period, "part of SPSP reach (second half) + promotion effect" (period of time 0 s ≤ time t < 30 s + 22A (comparative example 1) is longer forward on the time axis by the period of time 30 s≦time t<54 s. Most of the game balls hit during the period of the start INT consisting of this additional effect period and the OP effect period following it become useless balls, reducing the ball output obtained during the entire period of the jackpot game, and increasing the ball output speed ( base value). In the case of this example 2, compared to the comparative example 1, there is a meaningless right-handed period (prize avoidance period) for the additional effect period "SPSP reach second half + promotion effect" (time 0 s to 54 s). Longer and more wasted. Therefore, compared to Comparative Example 1 (FIG. 22A), the conformity rate of the game machine in the model test increases. In addition, regarding the liquid crystal effect, movable body effect, decorative pattern, mini pattern, special figure segment, right-handed display, right-handed notification lamp, etc. As shown. In the illustration, the entire SPSP reach is divided into "SPSP reach first half" and "SPSP reach second half" before and after the pattern is determined. The entire presentation contents (drawing scenario) of SPSP Reach are divided into the first half and the second half. For example, the first half of the SPSP reach (time 42s to 111s in the case of this example 2) is a scenario of "land battle production" expressing armored battles (tank battles) on land, and the second half of the SPSP reach (in the case of this example 2, The content of the performance at the time 0s to 30s of the big hit start INT) is, for example, a scenario of "decision performance" informing the result of the armored battle. Of course, the first half and the second half do not necessarily have a clear division in the contents of the production, such as the first half being the land battle production and the second half being the final production.

(4) Example 3 (Fig. 22D)
FIG. 22D shows, as Example 3, another specific example of the present invention in which a jackpot is won in the normal state.

In this example 3 (Fig. 22D), under normal conditions, the production flow is "high-speed fluctuation → reach fluctuation → SP reach → first half of SPSP reach → confirmation of pattern → start of jackpot production within INT (middle of first half of SPSP reach to second half → Promotion production → Opening production)”. Therefore, as the production flow, the jackpot start INT after the "pattern confirmation" includes "the middle to the latter half of the first half of the SPSP reach" and the "promotion production" as the additional production period, that is, the point shown in FIG. 22A. It differs from FIG. 22A in that the jackpot start INT starts in the middle of the SPSP reach. In other words, in the case of Example 3, as in Example 2 (Fig. 22C), "part of SPSP reach" is inserted at the beginning of the jackpot start INT as the first step in the additional performance period. There are three stages in which a "promotion effect" is inserted as the second stage, followed by an OP effect period as the third stage.

However, as a difference from this example 2 (Fig. 22C), in the case of this example 3 (Fig. 22D), the time scale of the SPSP reach (time 0 s to 48 s during the start INT) entering the start INT is It is longer on the front side on the time axis than that (time 0s to 30s during the start INT), and during this SPSP reach period, as shown in the figure, a "rainbow flash" (time 0s to 18 s) and "winning effect" (time 18 s to 48 s) appear. + Return the second movable body" is performed. Specifically, in Example 3, the first half of the SPSP ready-to-win period (for example, in the middle of the above-described land battle production) is the pattern confirmation period, and the big win game period (start INT) starts in the middle of the first half of the SPSP ready-to-win production (in the middle of the land battle production). . In addition, since the SPSP ready-to-win decoration pattern is displayed or hidden, it is difficult for a player who pays attention to the liquid crystal presentation or the movable body presentation to know when the big win game is started. is now possible.

In this example 3 (FIG. 22D), the time length of the start INT is reduced by the amount of the additional effect period, ``the middle of the first half of the SPSP reach to the second half + the promotion effect'' (time 0 s to 72 s). It is longer on the front side on the time axis than in the case of example 1). That is, in the case of Example 3, compared to Comparative Example 1, the additional effect period "SPSP reach second half + promotion effect" (time 0 s to 72 s) is a meaningless right-handed period (winning avoidance period ) becomes longer, and there are many wasted strokes. Therefore, compared to Comparative Example 1 (FIG. 22A), the conformity rate of the game machine in the model test increases. In addition, regarding the liquid crystal effect, movable body effect, decorative pattern, mini pattern, special figure segment, right-handed display, right-handed notification lamp, etc. As shown.

(5) Example 4 (Fig. 22E)
FIG. 22E shows, as Example 4, another specific example of the present invention when a jackpot is won in the normal state.

In this example 4 (FIG. 22E), under normal conditions, the production flow is as follows: "reach fluctuation → SP reach → middle of the first half of SPSP reach → pattern confirmation → production within start INT (middle of the first half of SPSP reach ~ second half → promotion Production → OP production)”. Therefore, as an effect flow, the start INT after the "pattern confirmation" includes "the middle to the latter half of the first half of the SPSP reach" and the "promotion effect", that is, the start INT starts in the middle of the SPSP reach in Fig. 22A. It is different from FIG. 22A in that In other words, in the case of this example 4, as in the case of this example 2 (Fig. 22C) and this example 3 (Fig. 22D), the first stage in the additional effect period of the start INT is "one of the SPSP reach "Part" is inserted, "promotion effect" is inserted as the second step, and then the OP effect period continues as the third step.

However, in the case of this example 4, the time scale of the SPSP reach (time 0s to 66s of the start INT) entering the start INT is longer than that of this example 3 (Fig. 22D), and during this period, As liquid crystal effects, "movable body appearance effect" (time 0s-18s), "rainbow flash" (time 18s-36s) and "winning effect" (time 36s-66s) appear, and the appearance of movable body movement, Of the stop and return, "first movable body + second movable body appears", "first movable body + second movable body stop" and "first movable body + second movable body return" are performed. This "movable body appearance effect" and "first movable body + second movable body appearance" are started from the start point of pattern determination (time 69s).

In this example 4 (FIG. 22E), the length of time of the start INT is reduced by the amount of the additional effect period, “the middle of the first half of the SPSP reach to the latter half + promotion effect” (time 0 s to 90 s). It is longer on the front side on the time axis than in the case of example 1). That is, in the case of Example 4, compared to Comparative Example 1, the additional effect period "part of SPSP reach + promotion effect" (time 0 s to 90 s) is a meaningless right-handed period (winning Avoidance period) becomes longer, and wasteful hits increase. Therefore, compared to Comparative Example 1 (FIG. 22A), the conformity rate of the game machine in the model test increases. In addition, regarding the liquid crystal effect, movable body effect, decorative pattern, mini pattern, special figure segment, right-handed display, right-handed notification lamp, etc. As shown.

In Comparative Example 1 and Examples 1 to 4, the relationship between the level of the rate of decrease of the base value depends on the length of the additional performance period. Therefore, the relationship between the high and low rate of decrease of the base value is "comparative example 1<present example 1<present example 2<present example 3<present example 4". In other words, Comparative Example 1 in FIG. 22A has the lowest compliance rate of the gaming machine in the model test, and Example 4 has the highest compliance rate of the gaming machine in the model test. Also, in any of the examples, during the additional performance period, the game can be continued without making the player aware of the extension of the time scale of the start INT, or without causing discomfort in the game. In addition, in each example, the "right-handed indication display" is started at a predetermined timing during the OP effect period, but before the start of the first round game (in the case of a small win, before the opening of the big winning opening). If so, the right-handed suggestion display may be started at a predetermined timing during the start INT (for example, at a specific timing during the start to end of the additional effect period) (during the start INT, the winning game period is already inside).

<Example 2: FIGS. 23A to 23E>
Next, Example 2 (FIGS. 23A to 23E) will be described. In the above-mentioned first embodiment, the case of winning the "probability variable jackpot or time-saving jackpot" in the "normal state" was explained. It shows the transition of the game state and the transition of the production system in the case of winning the "jackpot or time-saving jackpot" with the lapse of time. Under the variable state, there is an electric sapo, and the launch direction is "right". 23A to 23E, the first FIG. 23A is an example for comparison (comparative example 2), and the remaining FIGS. , this example 5 . . . this example 8.). In order to avoid duplication of description, the description will be omitted as appropriate for contents that are substantially the same as those in FIGS. 22A to 22E.

The type of the target jackpot in this embodiment 2 (FIGS. 23A to 23E) is based on the premise that it is currently in a "variable state", so mainly the jackpot on the side of the special figure 2 (jackpot for consecutive homes) Be eligible. It should be noted that the third embodiment (FIGS. 24A to 24D) and the fourth embodiment (FIGS. 25A to 25D) described later are also based on the premise that they are in the same "variable probability state" as in the second embodiment, so mainly the special figures The jackpot on the 2nd side is the target.

(1) Comparative Example 2 (Fig. 23A)
When a jackpot is won in the variable probability state (high probability, with electric support), the production flow proceeds as follows in Comparative Example 2 (FIG. 23A).

(a) Elapsed time 0 s to 24 s; N reach fluctuation stage Referring to FIG. "High-speed fluctuation → reach fluctuation". The liquid crystal effect, movable object effect, decoration pattern, mini pattern, and special symbol segment during the period of "high-speed fluctuation→reach fluctuation" are the same as those of Comparative Example 1 shown in FIG. 22A. However, since Comparative Example 2 is in the variable probability state, the right-handed hitting display on the liquid crystal screen indicates a right-handed hitting indication, the right-handed hitting notification lamp is lit, and the launch direction instruction on the liquid crystal screen indicates right-handed hitting.

(b) Elapsed Time 24s to 117s: SPSP Reach Stage Production flow shifts to "SPSP Reach" (time 24s to 117s). Here, an example of adopting the above-mentioned "direct hit type SPSP reach" that directly develops from reach fluctuation (N reach) to SPSP reach without going through higher reach such as SP reach is shown. By suddenly shifting to "SPSP reach" without going through SP reach, the expectation of winning will be greatly increased. During the SPSP reach, the liquid crystal effect will continue the reach display for a while (time 24s-27s), then "cut-in notice" (time 24s-39s) → "hit-lose button effect" (time 39s-51s) →"movable body appearance effect" (time 51s-69s)→"rainbow flash" (time 69s-87s)→"win effect" (time 87s-117s).

The period during which the "movable body appearance effect" (time 51s to 69s) occurs is the period during which the movable body production "first movable body + second movable body appearance" is performed, and the "rainbow flash" (time 69s to 87s) )" occurs during the period during which the movable body effect "1st movable body + 2nd movable body stop" is performed, and part of the "winning effect (time 87s-117s)" (time 87s-102s) is the period during which the movable body presentation "first movable body + second movable body return" is performed. In addition, from this movable object appearance effect, the decoration pattern is not displayed on the LCD screen during the period of the rainbow flash, but it is displayed during the period of "winning effect". The decorative patterns in the ready-to-win state are selected and displayed in a state where chance patterns (probability variable patterns may be acceptable) are arranged (in a temporary stop display state) in the liquid crystal screen from the stage of winning presentation.

(c) Elapsed time 117s to 141s: promotion stage The production flow shifts from SPSP reach to "promotion production" (time 117s to 141s), and then to "symbol confirmation" (time 141s to 147s). . When proceeding to "symbol confirmation", "winning display" is performed in which the special symbol is stopped and displayed in a display mode corresponding to the jackpot type by the special symbol display device. Also, the decorative symbol is determined and displayed in the display mode of, for example, "777", which is a variable probability symbol. As a liquid crystal effect, a win confirmation screen is displayed on the liquid crystal screen, and mini symbols are also displayed as winning. As a result, the current symbol variation display game is ended, and the game result is determined. Note that the game state remains in the state with power supply until the period of "symbol determination" (time 141s to 147s) elapses.

(e) Big hit game After the design is determined, a big hit game is executed. In the case of this comparative example 2, as in the comparative example 1 shown in FIG. 22A, the start INT (time 0 s to 18 s) is the period of "OP effect", and the confirmed image continues for a while on the liquid crystal screen (time 0 s to 18 s). After 6s), a voice message saying "Please hit to the right" is played from the timing of time 6s.

(2) Example 5 (Fig. 23B)
Example 5 (FIG. 23B) is a specific example of the present invention when a jackpot is won in the variable probability state. The same applies to Examples 6 to 8 (FIGS. 23C to 23E), which will be described later.

The effect flow of Example 5 (Fig. 23B) is "high-speed fluctuation -> reach change -> SPSP reach -> symbol confirmation -> effect within start INT (promotion effect -> OP effect)". This is the same as the case of FIG. 22B (present example 1), except that it immediately shifts to "SPSP reach" without going through SP reach.

Compared to FIG. 23A (comparative example 2), this example 5 (FIG. 23B) is exactly the same up to “reach fluctuation → SPSP reach”, but an additional effect period is inserted at the start INT and the promotion effect is “ From the point within the start INT after "symbol confirmation", that is, from the promotion effect in FIG. It differs from FIG. 23A in that it is started. In other words, the start INT of this example 5 (FIG. 23B) inserts "promotion effect" as an additional effect period in the previous stage (time 0 s to 24 s), and then inserts "promotion effect" as the subsequent stage (time 24 s to 42 s) It is composed of two stages that an OP effect period for executing "big hit notification effect" continues. This example 5 (FIG. 23B) is common to this example 2 (FIG. 22C) in that it is configured in these two stages. The end point of the start INT is the same as in FIG. 23A (comparative example 2).

In the start INT of Example 5 (FIG. 23B), the "promotion effect" is added before the "OP effect", and the time length of the start INT is the additional effect period of the "promotion effect" ( 23A (comparative example 2) is longer on the front side of the time axis than the case of FIG. 23A (comparative example 2). That is, in the case of Example 5, compared to Comparative Example 2, the additional effect period "promotion effect" (time 0 s to 24 s during start INT) is a meaningless right-handed period (winning avoidance period). ) becomes longer, and there are many wasted strokes. Therefore, similar to the events described in FIGS. 22B to 22E, in Example 3, the compliance rate of the gaming machine in the model test is higher than in FIG. 23A (Comparative Example 2).

During the period of the symbol variation display game during the variable probability state or the time saving state, unlike during the normal state, it is "during the state with electric support". Therefore, the game ball launched during this period can frequently enter the lower starting port 35 due to the high probability of the general electric open game occurring, so the base value is not expected to decrease much (for example, BA70 ~90). However, if the period of the symbol variation display game at the time of winning is shortened and the start INT is lengthened when winning a jackpot, the period of no electric support (low base state) (low base state during the jackpot game period. (equivalent to a meaningless right-handed period) is lengthened, that is, if the start INT is started ahead of schedule, the game state can be put in the state without power supply at an early stage, and the base during the consecutive game state value can be significantly reduced. Therefore, it can be said that the case where the effect of the configuration of the second embodiment (introduction of the additional effect period) can be maximized is the case where the jackpot is won while the power supply is in the state.

Returning to the description of FIG. 23B, in this example 5 (FIG. 23B), the period of the promotion effect (time 0s to 24s) of the start INT, that is, the additional effect period is already in the jackpot game period, so the mini symbols are non-existent. The special symbol of the display and special symbol display device is a winning display, the right-handed notification lamp is lit, and the launch direction is right-handed. It should be noted that, at the stage of the promotion effect (time 0s to 24s), the right-handed hitting suggestion display is not yet performed on the liquid crystal screen, and the right-handing suggestion display is started after waiting for the timing of time 24s.

(3) Example 6 (Fig. 23C)
Example 6 (FIG. 23C) is another specific example of the present invention when a jackpot is won in the variable probability state. In the following description of FIGS. 23C to 23E, substantially the same contents as in FIG. 23B will be omitted as appropriate to avoid redundant description.

The effect flow of Example 6 (Fig. 23C) is "high-speed fluctuation -> reach change -> first half of SPSP reach -> symbol confirmation -> effect within start INT (second half of SPSP reach -> promotion effect -> OP effect)". This is the same as the case of FIG. 22C (present example 2), except that it immediately shifts to "SPSP reach" without going through SP reach.

Compared with Example 5 (FIG. 23B), Example 6 is completely the same as FIG. In both FIG. 23A and FIG. 23B, the point that the "SPSP reach second half" and the "promotion effect" are coming as the production period, that is, the start INT starts in the middle of the SPSP reach in Comparative Example 2 (FIG. 23A). differ. In other words, in the start INT of Example 6, "SPSP reach latter half" is inserted as the first stage (time 0 s to 30 s) in the additional presentation period, and "promotion presentation ( Bonus content promotion)” is inserted, followed by an OP effect period (a period corresponding to the start INT in FIG. 23A (comparative example 2)) in which the big hit notification effect is executed as the third stage. It is configured. This example 6 (FIG. 23C) is common to this example 2 (FIG. 22C) in that it is configured in these three stages. The end point of the start INT is the same as in FIG. 23A (comparative example 2). The relationship between Example 6, in which "SPSP reach second half" and "promotion effect" are included in the start INT, and Example 5 (Fig. 23B), in which only "promotion effect" is included in the start INT, has already been explained. This is the same phenomenon as the relationship between this example 2 (FIG. 22C) and this example 3 (FIG. 23D).

As a result, in this example 6 (FIG. 23C), the time length of the start INT is reduced by the amount of "SPSP reach second half + promotion effect" (time 0s to 54s during the start INT) of FIG. 23A (comparative example 2). It is longer on the front side on the time axis than the case. That is, the number of wasted hits is greater than in Comparative Example 2 by the portion of the start INT of "part of the SPSP reach (second half) + promotion effect" (time 0s to 51s during the start INT). Therefore, compared to Comparative Example 2 (FIG. 23A), the compliance rate of the game machine in the model test is increased. In addition, during the "SPSP reach second half + promotion effect" (time 0s to 51s during start INT), liquid crystal effect, movable body effect, decorative pattern, mini pattern, special segment, right-handed display, right-handed notification lamp etc. are as shown in the figure.

(4) Example 7 (Fig. 23D)
Example 7 (FIG. 23D) is another specific example of the present invention when a jackpot is won in the variable probability state.

The production flow of this example 7 (Fig. 23D) is "high-speed fluctuation -> reach fluctuation -> first half of SPSP reach -> symbol confirmation -> production within start INT (midway to second half of first half of SPSP reach -> promotion production -> OP production)". ing. Therefore, as the production flow, after the "pattern confirmation", the additional production period "the middle to the latter half of the first half of the SPSP reach" and the "promotion production" are coming. "Part of SPSP reach" is inserted as the first stage in the additional production period, "Promotion production" is inserted as the second stage, and then the big hit notification production is executed as the third stage "OP It has a three-stage production structure that continues with the production period. The end point of the start INT is the same as in FIG. 23A (comparative example 2). These points are the same as Example 6 (FIG. 23C).

However, in the case of this example 7 (Fig. 23D), the time scale of the SPSP reach entering the start INT period (0 s to 48 s during the start INT) is different from that of this example 6 (Fig. 23C) (during the start INT 0 s to 30 s), and during this period, as liquid crystal effects, "rainbow flash" (time 0 s to 18 s during start INT) and "winning effect" (start INT Time 18s to 48s) appears, and as the movable body production, "first movable body + second movable body stop" and "first movable body + second movable body return" are performed (during the start INT time 0s to 48s).

In this example 7 (FIG. 23D), the time length of the start INT is the additional effect period "SPSP reach second half + promotion effect" (time 0 s to 72 s), compared to the case of FIG. 23A (comparative example 2) is also elongated forward on the time axis. In other words, the number of wasted shots increases by the amount of "the middle of the first half to the second half of the SPSP reach + promotion effect" (time 0s to 72s). Therefore, compared to Comparative Example 2 (FIG. 23A), the compliance rate of the game machine in the model test is increased. In addition, during the "SPSP reach second half + promotion effect" (time 0s to 72s during start INT), liquid crystal effect, movable body effect, decorative pattern, mini pattern, special segment, right-handed display, right-handed notification lamp etc. are as shown in the figure.

(5) Example 8 (Fig. 23E)
Example 8 (FIG. 23E) is another specific example of the present invention when a jackpot is won in the variable probability state.

The production flow of this example 8 (Fig. 23E) is "High-speed fluctuation -> reach fluctuation -> SP reach -> first half of SPSP reach -> determination of pattern -> production within start INT (middle to second half of first half of SPSP reach -> promotion production -> OP production)" It has become. Therefore, as an effect flow, in the start INT after "symbol confirmation", "the middle to the latter half of the first half of SPSP reach" and "promotion effect" are inserted as an additional effect period, that is, this example 8 (Fig. In the case of 23E), at the beginning of the start INT, "part of SPSP reach" is inserted as the first stage in the additional performance period, "promotion performance" is inserted as the second stage, and then, as the third stage, It is the same as FIG. 23C and FIG. 23D in that there are three stages, that is, "OP effect" in which a big hit notification effect is executed follows. The end point of the start INT is the same as in FIG. 23A (comparative example 2).

However, in the case of this example 8 (Fig. 23E), the time scale of the SPSP reach entering the start INT (time 0s to 66s during the start INT) is forward on the time axis compared to this example 7 (Fig. 23D) During this period, as liquid crystal effects, "movable object appearance effect" (time 0s to 18s during start INT), "rainbow flash" (time 18s to 36s during start INT) and "win effect" (time 36s to 66s during start INT) appears. Also, "first movable body + second movable body appears", "first movable body + second movable body stops", and "first movable body + second movable body returns" are performed. The "movable body appearance effect" of the liquid crystal presentation and the "first movable body + second movable body appearance" of the movable body presentation are started at the time of design determination. In this point, Example 8 (FIG. 23E) and Example 7 (FIG. 23D) are different. This relationship is the same phenomenon as the relationship between this example 4 (FIG. 22E) and this example 3 (FIG. 22D) already described.

In this example 8 (FIG. 23E), the time length of the start INT is reduced by the additional effect period "SPSP reach second half + promotion effect" (time 0 s to 90 s during start INT) in FIG. 23A (comparative example 2 ) is longer forward on the time axis. In other words, the number of wasted hits increases by the amount of "the middle of the first half of the SPSP reach to the second half + promotion effect" (time 0s to 90s during the start INT). Therefore, compared to Comparative Example 2 (FIG. 23A), the compliance rate of the game machine in the model test is increased. In addition, during the "SPSP reach second half + promotion effect" (time 0s to 90s during start INT), liquid crystal effect, movable body effect, decorative pattern, mini pattern, special segment, right-handed display, right-handed notification lamp etc. are as shown in the figure.

In Comparative Example 2 and Examples 5 to 8, the relationship between the level of the rate of decrease of the base value depends on the length of the additional rendering period. Therefore, the relationship between the high and low rate of decrease of the base value is "comparative example 2<present example 5<present example 6<present example 7<present example 8". In other words, Comparative Example 2 in FIG. 23A has the lowest compliance rate of the gaming machine in the model test, and Example 8 has the highest compliance rate of the gaming machine in the model test. Also, in any of the examples, during the additional performance period, the game can be continued without making the player aware of the extension of the time scale of the start INT, or without causing discomfort in the game. In addition, in each example, the "right-handed indication display" is started at a predetermined timing during the OP effect period, but before the start of the first round game (in the case of a small win, before the opening of the big winning opening). If so, the indication of hitting to the right may be started at a predetermined timing during the start INT (for example, at a specific timing during the start and end of the additional effect period).

<Example 3: FIGS. 24A to 24D>
Next, with reference to FIGS. 24A to 24D, as a third embodiment, the case where the "variable probability big hit" is won in the variable probability state will be described.

In the above examples 1 and 2 (this example 1 to 8), in the "normal state" or "probability variable state", the case was explained that there is a possibility of winning either the probability variable jackpot or the short time jackpot. On the other hand, in this embodiment 3 (FIGS. 24A to 24D), as the type of jackpot, a case of winning a variable probability jackpot is handled.

24A to 24D, the first FIG. 24A is a specific example for comparison (comparative example 3), and the remaining FIGS. 9, this example 10 . . . abbreviated as this example 11). In the third embodiment, it is assumed that, for example, a 5R variable probability jackpot or a 10R variable probability jackpot is won under the variable probability state.

(1) Comparative Example 3 (Fig. 24A)
When winning the variable probability jackpot in the variable probability state, the production flow proceeds as follows in Comparative Example 3 (FIG. 24A).

(a) Elapsed time 0s to 24s: pre-winning stage (reach fluctuation stage)
Referring to FIG. 24A, when the symbol variation display game is started (time 0 s), the production flow (production scenario) changes from "high speed fluctuation" (elapsed time 0 s to 15 s) to ready reach fluctuation (elapsed time 15 s to 24 s). ). During the "high-speed fluctuation" period (time 0s to 15s), after the decorative patterns continue to be displayed at high speed for a predetermined period of time, the left pattern is first temporarily stopped, and then the right pattern is temporarily stopped. to form a reach state (eg, "8↓8"). Then, in the period of reach fluctuation (N reach fluctuation) (elapsed time 15 s to 24 s), while the left pattern and the right pattern maintain the reach display, the middle pattern is, for example, scaled or deformed reach change display. , and a reach effect that fuels the development of SP reach appears. In addition, before the reach state is formed, various advance notice effects (prediction effects related to the reach fluctuation pattern) appear as liquid crystal effects. Incidentally, the "mini pattern" on the liquid crystal screen is in a state of high speed fluctuation, and the special pattern (special pattern segment) of the special pattern display device is also in a state of fluctuation. In addition, the right-hand hitting display on the liquid crystal screen indicates a right-hand hitting indication, and the right-hand hitting notification lamp is lit, that is, the launch direction instruction is instructing right hitting.

(b) Elapsed Time 24s to 36s: Winning Effect Stage The effect flow shifts from ready-to-win variation to “winning effect” (time 24s to 36s). In Comparative Example 3 (the same applies to Examples 9 to 11 described later), compared to FIG. 22 (Examples 1 to 4) and FIG. It is different in that it suddenly shifts to "winning performance" without passing. Here, an example of adopting the above-mentioned "sudden hit" is shown. The ``sudden hit'' according to the third embodiment (FIGS. 24A to 24D) only occurs during a continuous game, and has the effect of increasing the degree of impact for the player. It is possible to distinguish the difference from the big hit of the game from the performance point of view, and to increase the interest in the game.

During the above-mentioned "win effect", a winning announcement is made, and a "first cut-in notice" is generated as a liquid crystal effect (time 27s to 36s). Specifically, from the stage of this winning effect (sudden hit effect), the decorative patterns that were in the reach state are in a state where even patterns and odd patterns are aligned in the liquid crystal screen (either even or odd patterns). In a state in which it is not yet decided whether to confirm (provisional stop display state)), the win is displayed. Therefore, the special figure segment continues to be displayed in a variable manner, the mini symbols are in a state of high speed variation, and the game state remains in the state with the power supply. Note that the first cut-in notice is different in nature from the "cut-in notice" described in the first and second embodiments (FIGS. 22 and 23). Since the "cut-in notice" here is a "cut-in notice" related to the winning effect, it does not suggest the possibility of winning (because it is already certain), but rather informs information about the type of jackpot won this time. Effect, more specifically, it is an advance notice effect that notifies the degree of expectation for winning to the probability variable jackpot. This first cut-in notice is also provided in a plurality of types, and for example, the degree of expectation (high, medium, low) of winning the variable probability jackpot is announced according to the character used for the notice display. Here, since the variable probability big win is being dealt with, there is a tendency that a notice with a relatively high degree of expectation for winning the probability variable big win tends to appear. Note that the mini symbols are in a state of high-speed fluctuation, the right-handed display is "right-handed indication", the right-handed notification lamp is lit, and the launch direction is "right-handed".

(c) Elapsed time 36 s to 126 s: "Even or odd number design decision effect" stage abbreviated as “production”)” (time 36s to 126s). In the pattern determination production, just like the promotion production, if the decorative patterns stop with even-numbered patterns, it is a “time-saving jackpot”, and with odd-numbered patterns. If it stops, it will be a "variable big hit". However, in this embodiment 3, only the case of "probability variable big hit" is handled, so that the symbol of "probability variable big hit" is finally determined.

During this "symbol determination effect", the liquid crystal effect is the second "cut-in notice" (time 42s-51s) → "button effect" (time 51s-63s) → "movable body appearance effect" (time 63s- 78 s)→“Rainbow flash” (time 78 s-96 s)→“Winning effect” (time 96 s-114 s)→“Variable probability GET” (time 114 s-126 s).

During the period from the second "cut-in notice" to "button effect" (time 42 s to 63 s), for example, even number patterns (low advantage jackpot suggesting pattern (short time jackpot suggesting pattern)) and odd number Symbols (high-advantage jackpot suggesting symbols (probability variable jackpot suggesting symbols)) are slowly fluctuating display (for example, low-speed fluctuating display or up-and-down swinging fluctuating display) in an aligned state. Concretely, it is variably displayed in a state in which even-numbered symbols "666" and odd-numbered symbols "777" are aligned.

Like the above-mentioned "first cut-in notice", the above-mentioned "second cut-in notice" is a notice effect for notifying the degree of expectation for winning the variable probability jackpot. In this embodiment, the expectation for a variable jackpot is expected by the winning expectation (compositely suggested winning expectation) suggested in multiple stages of "first cut-in notice" and "second cut-in notice". degree is reported. For example, the combination of the notification contents (expectations) of the "first cut-in notice" and "second cut-in notice" is "low, low", "low, medium", "medium, low", "medium, medium". Expectations for variable hits are relatively increasing in the order of "high, low", "high, medium", "low, high", "medium, high", and "high, high". Therefore, even if the production content of the low expectation suggestion appears in the "first cut-in notice", the probability is changed if the production content of the subsequent "second cut-in notice" is the production content of the high expectation suggestion. Expectations for big wins can rise significantly.

Then, a player-participation type "button effect" is generated as a effect to arouse which of the even-numbered pattern and the odd-numbered pattern is to be confirmed and displayed. If the jackpot type is "probable variable jackpot", at the stage of "winning effect", odd pattern matching (for example, 777) is displayed, and if it is "short time jackpot winning", even pattern matching (for example , 666) are displayed. In this embodiment 3, only the case of "variable big hit" is dealt with, so the result of the button production is a set of odd numbered symbols, and finally, "variable GET" appears to congratulate the winning of the big hit. be done.

In addition, the period during which the "movable body appearance effect" (time 63 s to 78 s) occurs is the period in which the movable body production "first movable body + second movable body appearance" is performed, and the "rainbow flash (time 78s to 96s)” is generated during the period during which the movable body effect “first movable body + second movable body stop” is performed, and the period during which the “winning effect (time 96s to 114s)” is generated. is a period during which the movable body rendering "first movable body + second movable body return" is performed. During the rainbow flash period (time 63s to 96s) after this movable object appearance effect, the decoration pattern is "hidden" and is not displayed on the liquid crystal screen. However, when entering the period from "winning effect (time 96s to 114s)" to "variable probability GET (time 114s to 126s)", the decorative symbols are displayed in odd numbers as "winning display", and during the period " Winning display (odd pattern)” continues to be displayed.

(d) Elapsed time 126 s to 132 s: Design confirmation stage After that, the production flow proceeds to "design confirmation" (time 126 s to 132 s), and the special symbol by the special symbol display device is stopped and displayed in a display mode according to the jackpot type. "Winning display" is performed, and along with this, decorative symbols and mini symbols are also stop-displayed in a display mode related to the jackpot type. In this embodiment 3, only the case of "probability variable big hit" is treated, so finally, the special symbols, decorative patterns and mini symbols corresponding to the probability variable big hit are stopped (displayed as winning). become.

(e) Big hit game After design is determined, a big hit game is executed. In the case of this comparative example 3, as in the comparative example 1 shown in FIG. 22A and the comparative example 2 shown in FIG. After the image continues for a while (time 0s to 3s), a voice message saying "please hit right" is played from the timing of time 6s.

(2) Example 9 (Fig. 24B)
Example 9 (FIG. 24B) is a specific example of the present invention when winning a variable probability jackpot in the variable probability state. The same applies to Examples 10 and 11 (FIGS. 24C to 24D), which will be described later.

The effect flow of this example 9 (Fig. 24B) is as follows: "high-speed fluctuation → reach fluctuation → winning effect → first half of pattern determination effect (part of pattern determination effect) → symbol determination → effect within start INT (second half of symbol determination effect → OP production)”.

In addition, the production flow of this example 9 (Fig. 24B) is the same as that of Fig. 24A (comparative example 3) from reach fluctuation to the first half of the pattern determination production, but within the start INT after "design determination" It differs from FIG. 23A in that the "last half of the symbol determination effect" is included as the target effect period, that is, the start INT starts in the middle of the symbol determination effect in FIG. 24A. In other words, in the start INT of this example 9, as the first stage (time 0s to 30s of the start INT), the additional performance period "the second half of the pattern determination performance" is inserted, and then as the second stage, the jackpot announcement is made. It is a two-stage production structure in which the OP production (time 30s to 48s of the start INT) in which the production is executed continues. Example 9 (FIG. 24B) is common to Example 2 (FIG. 22C) in that it is configured in two steps. The end point of the start INT is the same as in FIG. 24A (comparative example 3).

As a result, in this example 9 (FIG. 24B), the time length of the start INT is the same as in the case of FIG. It is longer on the front side on the time axis than That is, the number of useless hits is greater than in Comparative Example 3 by the portion of the "last half of the symbol determination effect" (time 0s to 30s) of the start INT. Accordingly, similar to the events described with reference to FIGS. 23B to 23D, the conformity rate of the gaming machine in the model test increases compared to Comparative Example 3 (FIG. 24A).

In the portion of the additional performance period with the longer start INT, various performances are performed, and the player's attention is directed to these performances. That is, in the case of this example 9 (FIG. 24B), in the first stage "symbol determination effect latter half" (time 0 s to 30 s), "winning effect" and "probable variable GET effect" appear on the liquid crystal screen as liquid crystal effects. During the period of winning presentation, "first movable body + second movable body return" is performed as a movable body presentation. Therefore, the game can be continued without making the player aware of the extension of the time scale of the start INT and without giving the player a sense of incongruity in the game. 22B to 22E (examples 2 to 4) and FIGS. 23B to 23E (examples 6 to 8), etc., the player is conscious of the fact that the player is in the midst of a big hit is the OP effect following the additional effect period. This is after the period has come and the jackpot notification effect is executed by the voice message "Please hit to the right".

In this example 9 (FIG. 24B), during the period (time 0 s to 30 s) of the start INT "the second half of the design determination effect", the decorative design is hidden (may be displayed), the mini design is hidden (design It is hidden after winning display at the time of confirmation), the special symbol of the special symbol display device becomes a winning display, the right-handed notification lamp is kept lit, and the launch direction is also maintained right-handed. In addition, at least while the winning effect and the variable probability GET effect are being performed in the "second half of the design determination effect" of the start INT (time 0s to 27s), the right-handed suggestion display is not yet performed on the liquid crystal screen, and at time 36s Waiting for the right timing and starting the right-hand hitting indication display.

(3) Example 10 (Fig. 24C)
This example 10 (FIG. 24C) is another specific example of the present invention when winning a variable probability jackpot in a variable probability state.

The effect flow of this example 10 (Fig. 24C) is as follows: "high-speed change → reach change → midway through the first half of the symbol determination effect → determination of the symbol → effect within the start INT (middle of the first half to the latter half of the symbol determination effect → OP effect)". It's becoming Therefore, as the production flow, "a part of the design determination production" is included in the start INT after "design determination". , which is common to FIG. 24B. In other words, in the case of this example 10 (FIG. 24C), the effect within the start INT is the first stage in which the "part of the pattern determination effect" of the additional effect period is inserted, and the second step is the big hit notification effect. It is a two-stage production structure that the OP production period in which is executed continues. The present example 10 (FIG. 24C) is the same as FIG. 24B in that the effect in the start INT has a two-stage effect structure. The end point of the start INT is the same as in FIG. 24A (comparative example 3).

However, in the case of this example 10 (Fig. 24C), the time scale of the pattern determination effect (time 0s to 63s during the start INT) that is included in the start INT is longer on the time axis than this example 9 (Fig. 24B). It is long on the front side, and during this period, as liquid crystal effects, "movable body appearance effect" (time 0s to 15s during start INT), "rainbow flash" (time 15s to 33s during start INT), "winning Effect” (time 33 s to 51 s during start INT) and probability variable GET (time 51 s to 60 s during start INT) appear. In addition, corresponding to the movable body appearance effect, rainbow flash, and winning effect, "first movable body + second movable body appears", "first movable body + second movable body stop" and "first movable body + second movable body" 2 movable body returns" is performed. This "movable body appearance effect" and "first movable body + second movable body appearance" are started from the point of design determination. The relationship between this example 10 (Fig. 24C) in which "the middle to the latter half of the first half of the symbol determination effect" is included in the start INT and the present example 9 (Fig. 24B) in which only the "last half of the symbol determination effect" is included is This is the same phenomenon as the relationship between Example 4 (FIG. 22E) and Example 3 (FIG. 23D) and the relationship between Example 8 (FIG. 23E) and Example 7 (FIG. 23D) already described.

In this example 10 (FIG. 24C), the time length of the start INT is reduced by the amount of the additional effect period "midway to the latter half of the first half of the pattern determination effect" (time 0 s to 63 s), as shown in FIG. ) is longer forward on the time axis. That is, the number of useless hits is greater than in Comparative Example 3 by the portion of the "part of the symbol determination effect" (time 0s to 63s) of the start INT. Therefore, compared to Comparative Example 3 (FIG. 24A), the conformity rate of the game machine in the model test increases. In addition, the liquid crystal effect, movable body effect, decorative pattern, mini pattern, special figure segment, right-handed display, right-handed notification lamp, etc., which are performed during the "second half of the design decision production" (time 0s-63s), are shown in the illustration. Street.

(4) Example 11 (Fig. 24D)
Example 11 (FIG. 24D) is another specific example of the present invention in the case of winning a variable probability jackpot in the variable probability state.

The production flow of this example 11 (FIG. 24D) is "high-speed fluctuation→ready-to-reach fluctuation→symbol determination→effect within start INT (symbol determination effect→OP effect)". In Examples 9 and 10 (FIGS. 24B and 24C), a part of the pattern determination effect was inserted as the effect in the start INT, but in the case of Example 11 (FIG. 24D), as the effect flow, "symbol The point that the entire "symbol decision effect" is inserted as an additional effect period within the start INT after "confirmation", that is, from the point where the symbol decision effect of FIG. It is different from FIG. 24A in that the design is determined at the start, and the start INT is started after the design is determined. In other words, in the case of this example 11 (FIG. 24D), the effect in the start INT is the first stage in which the "symbol determination effect" of the additional effect period is inserted, and the second stage is the execution of the big hit notification effect. It is in two stages that the OP production period continues. The end point of the start INT is the same as in FIG. 24A (comparative example 3).

In addition, in the case of this example 11 (FIG. 24D), the time scale of the symbol determination effect (time 0s to 90s of the start INT) is longer forward on the time axis than this example 9 (FIG. 24B). During the period of design decision production, as liquid crystal production, "cut-in" (starting INT time 6s-15s), "button production" (starting INT time 15s-27s), "movable body appearance effect" (starting INT Time 27 s-42 s), “Rainbow Flash” (starting INT time 42 s-60 s), “winning effect” (starting INT time 69 s-78 s) and “variable GET” (starting INT time 78 s-90 s) appear do. And, in response to the appearance effect of the movable body, the rainbow flash, and the winning effect, "first movable body + second movable body appears", "first movable body + second movable body stop" and "first movable body + second movable body" 2 movable body returns" is performed.

In this example 11 (FIG. 24D), the time length of the start INT is longer forward on the time axis than in the case of FIG. there is In other words, the number of useless hits is greater than in Comparative Example 3 by the amount corresponding to the "second half of the symbol determination effect" (time 0s to 63s) of the start INT. Therefore, compared to Comparative Example 3 (FIG. 24A), the conformity rate of the game machine in the model test increases. In addition, the liquid crystal effect, movable body effect, decorative pattern, mini pattern, special figure seg, right-handed display, right-handed notification lamp, etc., which are performed during the "second half of the design decision production" (time 0s-90s), are shown in the illustration. Street.

It can be seen that in Comparative Example 3 and Examples 9 to 11, the relationship between the high and low rate of decrease of the base value depends on the length of the additional rendering period. Therefore, the relationship between the high and low rate of decrease of the base value is "comparative example 3<present example 9<present example 10<present example 11". In other words, Comparative Example 3 in FIG. 24A has the lowest compliance rate of the gaming machine in the model test, and Example 11 has the highest compliance rate of the gaming machine in the model test. Also, in any of the examples, during the additional performance period, the game can be continued without making the player aware of the extension of the time scale of the start INT, or without causing discomfort in the game. In addition, in each example, the "right-handed indication display" is started at a predetermined timing during the OP effect period, but before the start of the first round game (in the case of a small win, before the opening of the big winning opening). If so, the indication of hitting to the right may be started at a predetermined timing during the start INT (for example, at a specific timing during the start and end of the additional effect period).

<Example 4: FIGS. 25A to 25D>
Next, with reference to FIGS. 25A to 25D, as Example 4, the case where the "time-saving jackpot" is won in the variable probability state will be described.

In the third embodiment (present examples 9 to 11), the case where the probability variation jackpot is won in the "probability variation state" has been described. On the other hand, Embodiment 4 (FIGS. 25A to 25D) deals with the case of winning the time-saving jackpot as the jackpot type. 25A to 25D, the first FIG. 25A is an example for comparison (comparative example 4), and the remaining FIGS. , Example 13 . . . are abbreviated as Example 14.). In this embodiment 4, it is assumed that, for example, the 5R time saving A jackpot (time saving number 100 times) or the 5R time saving B jackpot (time saving number 50 times) is won under the variable probability state.

(1) Comparative Example 4 (Fig. 25A)
When the time-saving jackpot is won in the variable probability state, the production flow proceeds as follows in Comparative Example 4 (FIG. 25A).

(a) Elapsed time 0s to 24s: pre-winning stage (reach fluctuation stage)
Referring to FIG. 25A, the effect flow for the period of elapsed time 0s to 24s in Comparative Example 4 is the same effect flow as Comparative Example 3 shown in FIG. Therefore, the liquid crystal effect, movable body effect, decoration pattern, mini pattern, special figure segment, right-handed display, and right-handed notification lamp during the period of "high speed fluctuation → reach fluctuation" are the same as those of Comparative Example 3 shown in FIG. 24A.

(b) Elapsed Time 24s to 36s: Winning Effect Stage The effect flow shifts from ready-to-win variation to “winning effect” (time 24s to 36s). This winning effect is also the same as in Comparative Example 3 shown in FIG. 24A. However, in this embodiment 4, only the case of winning the time-saving jackpot is handled, so regarding the "first cut-in notice", there is a tendency for notices with relatively low expectations of winning to the probability variable jackpot to appear. becomes.

(c) Elapsed time 36s to 78s: symbol determination effect stage The effect flow shifts from the winning effect to a "symbol determination effect" (time 36s to 78s), which is a kind of promotion effect. If it stops with even-numbered patterns, it will be a "time-saving big hit", and if it stops with odd-numbered patterns, it will be a "probable variable big hit". The design is confirmed with the "even number design" of the time saving jackpot. During this "pattern decision effect", the liquid crystal effect is the second "cut-in notice" (time 36s to 51s) → "button effect" (time 51s to 63s) → "disappointment effect" (time 63s to 78s). expand to.

In the example of FIG. 25A, it is assumed that the time-saving jackpot is won instead of the variable probability jackpot, so unlike the "variable probability GET" in the example of FIG. It has become. Here, an even-numbered symbol "666" is temporarily stopped and displayed in the liquid crystal screen as a winning display of the decorative symbol.

(d) Elapsed time 78s to 102s: Time saving number of times decision production The production flow shifts from the design decision production to the “time saving number of times decision production” (time 78s to 102s), which is a kind of promotion production, and then “symbol Proceed to Confirmation (time 102s to 108s).

"Time-saving number of times determination effect" means that the jackpot won this time on the liquid crystal screen is, for example, a relatively large number of time-saving times "Time-saving 5R time-saving A jackpot (time-saving number of times 100 times)", or the number of time-saving times It is a player participation type performance that informs whether it is a relatively small "time saving 5R time saving B jackpot (time saving number of times 50 times)". In the time saving number of times determination effect, first, the reception of the operation of the effect button 13 is treated as valid for a predetermined time, and the "button effect" prompting the button operation appears (time 78s to 87s). If the player operates the production button 13 within this valid acceptance period, or if the valid acceptance period has passed, the "number of times lottery production" (time 87s to 96s) that informs which number of times of time reduction is currently displayed. Then, the "number of times fixed notification effect" appears (time 96s to 102s). In the number lottery effect, for example, a roulette wheel image is displayed, and if the ball goes into a red pocket, a roulette game effect of 100 times is displayed, and if the ball goes into a black pocket, 50 times is displayed. In the number-of-time confirmation notification effect, the number of times of time-saving such as "100 times of time saving! Congratulations" (in case of red pocket) or "Unfortunately, 50 times of time saving" (in case of black pocket) is notified. In addition, during the time-saving number of times determination production, the decorative pattern is not displayed, but it may be temporarily stopped and displayed (shake fluctuation display, etc.) with an even number of patterns. Incidentally, the "mini pattern" on the liquid crystal screen is in a state of high speed fluctuation, and the special pattern (special pattern segment) of the special pattern display device is also in a state of fluctuation. In addition, the right-hand hitting display on the liquid crystal screen indicates a right-hand hitting indication, and the right-hand hitting notification lamp is lit, that is, the launch direction instruction is instructing right hitting.

(e) Elapsed time 102 s to 108 s: Design confirmation stage After that, the production flow proceeds to "design confirmation" (time 102 s to 108 s), and the special symbol display device stops displaying the special figure (special figure segment) according to the jackpot type. A mode, for example, "4" is stopped and a "winner display" is performed. As for the decorative symbols, three decorative symbols are fixedly displayed, for example, in the display mode of even-numbered symbols (chance symbols) “666”. In addition, as a liquid crystal effect, a win confirmation screen is displayed on the liquid crystal screen, and mini symbols are also displayed as winning. As a result, the current symbol variation display game is ended, and the game result is determined.

(f) Big hit game After design determination, a big hit game is executed. The content of the jackpot game in this comparative example 4 (FIG. 25A) is the same as in comparative example 1 (FIG. 22A).

(2) Example 12 (Fig. 25B)
Example 12 (FIG. 25B) is a specific example of the present invention in the case of winning the time saving jackpot in the variable probability state. The same applies to Examples 13 and 14 (FIGS. 25C to 25D), which will be described later.

The effect flow of this example 12 (Fig. 25B) is "high-speed fluctuation → reach fluctuation → win effect → symbol determination effect → symbol determination → effect within start INT (time reduction number of times determination effect → OP effect)."

In addition, the effect flow of this example 12 (FIG. 25B) is the same as that of FIG. It is different from FIG. 25A in that a "time reduction number of times determination effect" is inserted as an additional effect period. That is, in the start INT of this example 12, as the first stage (time 0 s to 21 s during the start INT), the additional effect period "time reduction number of times determination effect" is inserted. Please.” is followed by an OP effect (time 24s to 39s during the start INT) in which a jackpot notification effect including a voice message is executed. The point in time when the start INT ends is the same as in FIG. 25A (comparative example 4).

As a result, in this example 12 (FIG. 25B), the time length of the start INT is the same as in FIG. is also elongated forward on the time axis. That is, by the amount of the "time saving number of times determination effect" (time 0s to 24s) of the start INT, the number of useless hits increases compared to the comparative example 4, and the ball output speed is reduced. Therefore, compared to Comparative Example 4 (FIG. 25A), the compliance rate of the gaming machine in the model test increases. In addition, the liquid crystal effect, movable body effect, decorative pattern, mini pattern, special figure segment, right-handed display, right-handed notification lamp, etc., which are performed during the "time reduction number of times determination effect" (time 0 s to 24 s), are as shown in the figure. is.

(3) Example 13 (Fig. 25C)
Example 13 (FIG. 25C) is another specific example of the present invention in the case of winning the time-saving jackpot in the variable probability state.

The production flow of this example 13 (Fig. 25C) is "high speed fluctuation → reach fluctuation → winning production → "symbol decision first half" → pattern confirmation → production within start INT (symbol decision second half → time reduction number of times decision production → OP production )”.

The effect flow of this example 13 (FIG. 25C) is the same as that of this example 12 (FIG. 25B) from reach fluctuation to pattern determination effect, but the pattern determination effect is divided into the first half and the latter half, and "symbol fixed". It differs from FIG. 25A in that the "last half of symbol determination effect" is included in the later start INT. That is, in the start INT of this example 13, the latter half of the pattern determination effect is inserted as the first stage (time 0s to 15s during the start INT) in the additional effect period, and then the second stage (time during the start INT 15 s to 39 s), the “time reduction number of times determination effect” is inserted, and then as the third stage, the OP effect (time 39 s to 57 s during the start INT) in which the big hit notification effect is executed continues. ing. The end point of the start INT is the same as in FIG. 25A (comparative example 4).

As a result, in this example 13 (FIG. 25C), the time length of the start INT is "the second half of the pattern determination effect" (time 0 s to 15 s during the start INT) and the "time reduction number of times determination effect" (15 s during the time start INT). ∼39 s) is longer forward on the time axis than in the case of FIG. 25A (comparative example 4). That is, the number of useless hits is greater than in Comparative Example 4 by the amount of the start INT's "Latter half of symbol determination effect" (time 0s to 15s during start INT) and "time reduction number of times determination effect" (time 15s to 39s). Therefore, compared to Comparative Example 4 (FIG. 25A), the compliance rate of the gaming machine in the model test increases. In addition, the liquid crystal effect, movable body effect, decorative pattern, The mini symbol, special figure seg, right-handed display, right-handed notification lamp, etc. are as shown in the figure.

(4) Example 14 (Fig. 25D)
Example 14 (FIG. 25D) is another specific example of the present invention in the case of winning the time-saving jackpot in the variable probability state.

The effect flow of the present example 14 (FIG. 25D) is "high-speed fluctuation → reach fluctuation → win effect → design determination → effect within start INT (symbol determination effect → time-saving number of times determination effect → OP effect)". In Example 13 (Fig. 25C) described above, part of the pattern determination effect was inserted as the effect in the start INT, but in the case of Example 14 (Fig. 25D), as the effect flow, after "symbol determination" In the start INT of, the entire "symbol determination effect" is inserted as one of the additional effect periods, that is, from the point where the symbol determination effect of FIG. 25A is different from FIG. 25A in that the design is confirmed at the point where . In other words, in the case of this example 14 (FIG. 25D), the effect within the start INT is the first step (time 0 s to 42 s during the start INT) of the additional effect period. As the second stage (time 42s to 66s during the start INT), the "time reduction number of times determination effect" is inserted, and then in the third stage, the OP effect period in which the big hit notification effect is executed (time 66s during the start INT ~ 84s) continues, and it has a three-stage production structure. The end point of the start INT is the same as in FIG. 25A (comparative example 4). In addition, in this example 14 (Fig. 25D), the time scale of the symbol determination effect in the start INT (time 0s to 39s during the start INT) is the latter half of the symbol determination effect (during the start INT) of this example 13 (Fig. 25C). 0 s to 15 s) on the front side of the time axis.

In this example 14 (FIG. 25D), the length of time of the start INT is the same as in FIG. 25A ( It is longer on the front side on the time axis than in the case of Comparative Example 4). That is, the number of useless shots increases more than in Comparative Example 4 by the "symbol determination effect" (time 0 s to 39 s) and the "time reduction number determination effect" (time 42 s to 66 s) of the start INT. Therefore, compared to Comparative Example 2 (FIG. 23A), the compliance rate of the game machine in the model test is increased. In addition, liquid crystal effects, movable body effects, decorative patterns, mini patterns, special seg, right-handed, which are performed during "design decision production" (time 0 s to 39 s) and "time reduction number of times decision production" (time 42 s to 66 s) The display, right-handed informing lamp, etc. are as shown in the figure.

It can be seen that in Comparative Example 4 and Examples 12 to 14, the relationship between the high and low rate of decrease of the base value depends on the length of the additional performance period. Therefore, the relationship between the high and low rate of decrease of the base value is "comparative example 4<present example 12<present example 13<present example 14". In other words, Comparative Example 4 in FIG. 24A has the lowest compliance rate of the gaming machine in the model test, and Example 14 has the highest compliance rate of the gaming machine in the model test. Also, in any of the examples, during the additional performance period, the game can be continued without making the player aware of the extension of the time scale of the start INT, or without causing discomfort in the game. In addition, in each example, the "right-handed indication display" is started at a predetermined timing during the OP effect period, but before the start of the first round game (in the case of a small win, before the opening of the big winning opening). If so, the indication of hitting to the right may be started at a predetermined timing during the start INT (for example, at a specific timing during the start and end of the additional effect period).

Summarizing the preferred modes of the embodiments described above, the following configurations A to D ((h) to (v) below) can be obtained. Although parentheses indicate corresponding elements in the embodiment, the present invention is not limited thereto.

(I) Configuration A according to the first embodiment of the present invention
(h) First lottery means (mainly Big hit lottery means on the special figure 1 side of the control unit 20),
Second lottery means (main control unit 20 Jackpot lottery means on the special figure 2 side) and
When a big win is won by the first lottery means or the second lottery means, a big win game control means (main control unit 20) for executing and controlling a big win game in which the round game for opening the big winning hole is repeated up to the maximum number of rounds. Hit game control means) and
A plurality of production means capable of executing production (for example, liquid crystal display device 36, speaker 46, decorative lamp 45, movable body role (for example, flower-shaped role 90, clock-type role 80, or player stimulus source role Objects (air pressure device, vibration device, pressure device)) and
A production control means (production control unit 24) that executes and controls the production by the production means,
A game machine A capable of executing a privilege game state (a game state with an electric sapo state: a variable probability state or a time saving state) in which the second start condition is more likely to be satisfied than the first start condition,
At least the jackpots belonging to the second jackpot type (for example, the special-figure 2-side jackpot type that is the jackpot for consecutive games) include a plurality of types of jackpots with different degrees of profit advantage given to the player,
The jackpot game is
A start interval period (start INT) before the first round game is executed;
An inter-round interval period (INT between R) after each round game is completed;
An end interval period (end INT) after the end of the inter-round interval period related to the final round game,
Among the plurality of types of jackpots belonging to the second jackpot type,
Let A _time (seconds) and B _time (seconds) be the start interval period and the end interval period of the first jackpot game related to the high-advantage jackpot with a relatively high advantage, respectively,
When the start interval period and the end interval period of the second jackpot game related to the low-advantage jackpot with a relatively low advantage are a _time (seconds) and b _time (seconds) respectively, the following relational expression (1) is determined to satisfy
a _time < A _time and b _time < B _time Relational expression (1)
A ratio (A _time / _time ) of the start interval period of the first jackpot game to the start interval period of the second jackpot game is defined as an extension rate α, and the first jackpot to the end interval period of the second jackpot game. When the ratio of the end interval period (B _time /b _time ) related to the game is defined as the extension rate β,
During the interval period in which the value of the extension rate is relatively small, the first effect mode (modest effect) is executed, and during the interval period in which the value of the extension rate is relatively large, the first effect mode is Configured to execute a different second production mode (flashy production),
A gaming machine characterized by
In addition, the "advantage degree" related to this (h) may be the profit degree given only during the big hit game, that is, the advantage degree considering only the number of prize balls, or may be due to the big hit winning The degree of profit to be provided, that is, the degree of profit considering the comprehensive degree of profit including the profit from the state transition and the profit to be provided during the jackpot game may be taken into consideration. This "profit due to state transition" is the profit when considering various matters related to the game state that is shifted after the jackpot game. , the presence or absence of a high-probability state, the number of STs, and the like. The same applies to other configurations described later.

(II) Configuration B according to the first embodiment of the present invention
(i) Also, regarding the total interval time (total INT time) obtained by totaling the time width of each interval period including at least the start interval period, the inter-round interval period, and the end interval period,
Let A _time (seconds) be the total interval time associated with a high-advantage jackpot having a relatively high advantage among the plurality of types of jackpots belonging to the second jackpot type,
When the total interval time related to the jackpot with the longest total interval time among the plurality of types of jackpots belonging to the first jackpot type is B _time (seconds), the following relational expression (1) is satisfied. Characteristic game machine.
B _time < A _time Relational expression (1)

(J) In addition, when the total interval time related to the low-advantage jackpot with a relatively low advantage among the plurality of types of jackpots belonging to the second jackpot type is Ctime (seconds), the following relational expression The gaming machine according to (i) above, which satisfies (2).
C _time <A _time Relational expression (2)

(K) The gaming machine described in (J) above, characterized by satisfying the following relational expression (3).
C _time <B _time < A _time Relational expression (3)

(L) If the ratio of Atime to Btime is the extension rate α and the ratio of Atime to Ctime is the extension rate β, the above (J) or (L) characterized by satisfying the following relational expression (4) The game machine described.
Extension rate α < Extension rate β Relational expression (4)

(III) Configuration C according to the first embodiment of the present invention
(W) In the gaming machine A described above, the jackpot belonging to the second jackpot type includes:
A first jackpot that triggers the execution of a first jackpot game in which the maximum number of rounds determines the first maximum number of rounds, and a second maximum number of rounds that is relatively larger than the first maximum number of rounds. and a second jackpot that triggers the execution of a second jackpot game with a fixed number of rounds,
The jackpot game is
A start interval period before the first round game is executed;
An inter-round interval period after each round game is completed;
and an end interval period after the end of the inter-round interval period related to the final round game,
Total interval time A _time (seconds) obtained by totaling the time width of each interval period of the first jackpot game (for example, 5R system jackpot side)
Total interval time B _time (seconds) obtained by totaling the time width of each interval period of the second jackpot game (for example, 10R series jackpot side)
the first maximum number of rounds is A _maxround (eg, the maximum round is 5R);
the second maximum number of rounds is B _maxround (eg, the maximum round is 10R);
When the total interval time X per round in the first jackpot game (A _time / A _maxround ) and the total interval time Y per round in the second jackpot game (B _time /B _maxround ), A gaming machine characterized by satisfying the following relational expression (1).
X<Y Relational expression (1)

(IV) Configuration D according to the second embodiment of the present invention
(f) winning lottery means (big win lottery means of the main control unit 20) for executing a lottery for a plurality of types of winnings based on the establishment of a predetermined starting condition;
Symbol display means (special symbol display devices 38a and 38b) capable of performing a variable display operation of symbols and displaying the result of the lottery by the lottery means in a stopped display mode of the symbols;
Variation pattern determination means (variation pattern determination means of the main control unit 20) for selecting one of a plurality of types of variation patterns including a reach variation pattern for designating a reach effect based on the lottery result by the lottery means;
A symbol display control means (symbol display control means of the main control unit 20) for controlling the symbol variation display operation of the symbol display means based on the variation pattern determined by the variation pattern determination means;
Winning game control means (winning game control means of the main control unit 20) for executing and controlling a winning game by controlling the opening and closing of the big winning opening in a predetermined operation pattern based on the kind of winning won by the winning lottery means. ,
a directing means for executing a directing;
A production control means (production control unit 24) that controls execution of production based on the production content related to the variation pattern,
A gaming machine configured to be able to execute the winning game after a specific symbol display mode is stopped and displayed on the symbol display means,
In the winning game, after a start interval period (start INT according to the type of big win) has passed, a large winning opening opening/closing period (first round game period) in which the opening and closing of the large winning opening is controlled in a predetermined operation pattern is executed. configured as
The effect period related to the start interval period includes a first effect period (additional effect period) after the specific symbol display mode is stopped and displayed, and a second effect period after the first effect period has passed. (OP production period) and at least (for example, specific examples (this example) 1 to 14 shown in FIGS. 22 to 25),
The production control means is
During the first effect period, the notification effect related to the start of the big winning opening opening/closing period is not executed (for example, between the time 0s and 24s (or between the time 0s and 30s) during the big win start INT in FIG. 22B). It was configured to execute the notification effect with the arrival of the 2 effect period (for example, the big hit notification effect is started with the arrival of the time 24s (or the time 30s) during the big hit start INT of FIG. 22B. ),
A gaming machine characterized by:
In addition, the "notification effect" related to this (f) is an effect to notify in advance of the arrival of the opening and closing period of the big prize opening, for example, a right-handed instruction message by voice saying "Please hit right" (Fig. 22 (See Example 1 to Example 14 shown in FIG. 25).

(Y) The production content related to the reach variation pattern includes a specific reach production content in which a specific reach production (for example, SPSP reach in FIG. 22B) is executed and then a specific production (for example, promotion production in FIG. 22B) is executed. included,
The production control means is
When executing an effect based on the content of the specific ready-to-win effect, the specific ready-to-win effect is executed during the fluctuation display period of the symbols, and the specific effect is executed during the first effect period,
The gaming machine described in (f) above, characterized by:

(T) the production content related to the variation pattern includes a specific production content including execution of a specific production,
The production control means is
When executing an effect based on the specific effect content, the specific effect is executed over at least the symbol fluctuation display period to the first effect period,
The gaming machine described in (f) above, characterized by:
Examples of the "specific effect" related to (T) include, for example, "promotion effect" shown in FIGS. 22B and 23B, "SPSP reach latter half + promotion effect" shown in FIGS. "Part of symbol determination effect (second half)" shown in FIG. 24B, "part of symbol determination effect (middle to second half of first half)" shown in FIG. 24C, "symbol determination effect (whole)" shown in FIG. 25B shows "time reduction number of times determination production", FIG. 25C shows "part of pattern decision production (second half) + time reduction number of times decision production" shown in FIG. be.

(d) the plurality of types of wins include a first win and a second win that gives the player a relatively higher degree of advantage than the first win;
The production control means is
When the winning lottery drawn by the winning lottery means is the second win, as a result of the performance of the specific ready-to-win performance, a pre-promotion performance suggesting that the first win has been won is displayed during the fluctuation display period of the symbols. run,
A promotion effect for notifying that the second win has been won as the specific effect can be executed during the first effect period,
The gaming machine described in (f) above, characterized by:
The "pre-promotion effect" related to (x) is, for example, a predetermined effect (effects related to SPSP reach, SP reach, reach fluctuation, high-speed fluctuation, etc.) before the promotion effect is executed. In addition, the “promotion effect” related to this (re) is, for example, the promotion effect shown in FIG. 22B and the like.

One or more of all the embodiments described above (including all of the configurations and modifications described in each embodiment) may be combined (for example, having at least two configurations of the above configurations A to D Various configurations described in the first embodiment and the second embodiment can be combined as appropriate), and the contents described in each embodiment are not limited to individual embodiments. The configuration of one or a plurality of combinations according to each embodiment can solve the problems of the present invention and achieve the effects of the present invention, and any of them can be included in the technical idea of the present invention.

Further, in each of the above-described embodiments, a pachinko game machine using game balls as a game medium has been described, but the game machine is not particularly limited as long as it can achieve the object of the present invention. For example, a game machine that uses game medals as a game medium, a game machine that uses a game medium that uses electromagnetic recording (a game machine such as a so-called "enclosed game machine (management type game machine)"), a reel It may be a game machine or the like.

INDUSTRIAL APPLICABILITY The present invention is useful for gaming machines.

1 game machine,
2 front frame (door),
3, 3a game board, game area,
19 game ball dispensing device,
20 main control unit (main control board),
24 production control unit (production control board, liquid crystal control board)
28 launch control board,
29 payout control board,
34, 34a upper starting port, upper starting port sensor 35, 35a lower starting port, lower starting port sensor,
37, 37a normal symbol start opening, normal symbol start opening sensor,
38a, 38b special pattern display device,
39a normal pattern display device,
50, 52a large winning opening, large winning opening sensor 41, 41c normal fluctuation winning device, normal electric accessory solenoid,
52, 52c special variable winning device, big winning opening solenoid,
36, 45, 46 liquid crystal displays, decorative lamps, speakers,
49 out port,
94 setting key switch,
95 setting change switch,
96 setting change completion switch,
97 setting indicator,
98 RAM clear switch,
201, 202, 203 main control CPU, main control ROM, main control RAM,
241, 242, 243 effect control CPU, effect control ROM, effect control RAM

Claims (1)

a lottery means for executing a lottery for winning;
a pattern display means capable of executing a variable display operation of patterns;
a winning game control means for executing and controlling a winning game by controlling the opening and closing of a large winning opening in a predetermined operation pattern when a winning is won by the lottery means;
a directing means capable of executing a directing;
A production control means for executing and controlling the production by the production means,
The game machine is configured such that the winning game can be executed when a specific pattern display mode is stopped and displayed on the pattern display means, and the game area can be divided into a first flow path and a second flow path. hand,
The directing means includes:
a movable body means capable of executing an action rendering that moves from the origin position to the rendering position ;
an image display means capable of executing an image display effect;
a light emitting means capable of performing light production ;
The production control means is
When the lottery result by the lottery means is the winning, and when the movable body means moves to the effect position, the winning is definitely notified by using the image display means and/or the light emitting means. It is possible to execute the first winning effect to
After execution of the first winning effect, the image display means can execute a second winning effect including a specific display by the first symbol suggesting the specific pattern display mode,
During execution of the second winning effect, a second pattern different from the first pattern is displayed in a variable display mode,
The winning game includes a start interval period and a large winning opening opening/closing period in which the opening and closing of the large winning opening is controlled in a predetermined operation pattern after the start interval period has passed,
The effect period related to the start interval period includes at least a first effect period after the specific symbol display mode is stopped and displayed, and a second effect period after the first effect period has passed,
The effect control means is configured not to execute a notification effect regarding the start of the big winning opening opening/closing period during the first effect period, but to execute the notification effect upon arrival of the second effect period. cage,
It is possible to execute a first shooting guidance display for notifying that the game ball should be shot to the second flow path side during the winning game and a second shooting guidance display different from the first shooting guidance display as the notification effect. configured,
During the first rendering period, the first firing guidance display is executed without executing the second firing guidance display, and during the second rendering period, the first firing guidance display and the second firing guidance display are executed. is configured to
A specific notification by a sound effect is not executed at the timing of executing the first firing guidance display during the first performance period, and the sound performance is executed at the timing of executing the second firing guidance display during the second performance period. carry out specific notifications,
A gaming machine characterized by

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