JP7335626B2 - game machine - Google Patents

Description

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

In the conventional pachinko game machine, based on the entry of the game ball into the starting hole, based on the acquired determination information, it is a big win and a big win game (special game state) is performed. There are judgments to be made. For example, in the pachinko gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 below, based on the result of the look-ahead determination, the effect image (specific display) of the second display mode different from the first display mode is displayed on the liquid crystal in the opening effect of the jackpot game. By displaying on the device, it is possible to suggest that there is a high possibility that a jackpot game will be executed.

JP 2015-157023 A

However, there is still room for improvement in gaming machines capable of displaying a specific display suggesting the possibility of being controlled to a special game state in order to increase the interest in games.

The gaming machine of the present invention is
A game control means for determining whether or not to control to a special game state advantageous to the player based on the entry of the game ball into a predetermined ball entrance;
Production control means capable of executing a judgment result suggestion production that suggests the result of the judgment;
a display unit capable of displaying a specific display suggesting the possibility of being controlled to the special game state based on the ball entering the ball entrance;
with
The display mode of the specific display includes a first display mode and a second display mode that suggests that the possibility of being controlled to the special game state is higher than in the first display mode,
The production control means is
making it possible to execute a promotion effect in which the first display mode of the specific display displayed on the display unit is changed to the second display mode based on the ball entering the ball entrance;
making it possible to execute a promotion-suggestion effect that suggests the possibility that the promotion effect will be executed based on the entry of the ball into the entrance;
Suggesting the possibility of executing the promotion effect by displaying a game ball image simulating a game ball on the display unit in the promotion suggestion effect,
In the promotion suggesting effect, the number of game ball images corresponding to the number of prize balls given when the ball enters the ball entrance is displayed.
It is a gaming machine characterized by

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

1 is a front view of a gaming machine according to one embodiment of the present invention; FIG. It is a schematic front view showing a second big winning device and the like provided in the gaming machine. It is an enlarged view of the A portion shown in FIG. 1, and is a view showing display devices provided in the gaming machine. It is a block diagram showing the electrical configuration of the main control board side of the gaming machine. It is a block diagram showing the electrical configuration of the sub-control board side of the gaming machine. It is the table|surface which shows the various random numbers which the microcomputer for game control acquires. (A) It is a jackpot determination table. (B) It is a jackpot symbol type determination table. (C) It is a small winning symbol type determination table. (D) A lost symbol type determination table. (E) A reach determination table. It is a determination table of the jackpot symbol type and the small hit pattern type, and is a table for explaining the types of the jackpot and the small hit. (A) It is a determination table of the lost pattern type for the non-time saving state. (B) It is a losing pattern type determination table for the time saving state. It is a working hours setting table for reaching the number of working hours given. (A) It is a normal symbol hit determination table. (B) It is a normal symbol variation pattern determination table. (C) An electric chew opening pattern determination table. It is a special figure variation pattern determination table for non-time saving state. It is a special figure variation pattern determination table for time saving state. It is a specific table of start winning commands. (A) It is a variation performance pattern determination table for the non-time-saving state. (B) It is a fluctuation performance pattern determination table for a time saving state in which the number of times of remaining time saving is 2 or more. (C) It is a fluctuation effect pattern determination table for the time saving state in which the number of times of remaining time saving is 1. 4 is a flowchart of main control main processing; 10 is a flowchart of main-side timer interrupt processing; 6 is a flowchart of sensor detection processing; It is a flow chart of gate passage processing. 4 is a flowchart of normal operation processing; 4 is a flowchart of special action processing; It is a flowchart of a special symbol standby process. It is a flowchart of big hit determination processing. It is a flow chart of variation pattern selection processing. It is a flowchart of processing during special symbol fluctuation. It is a flowchart of a game state management process. It is a flowchart of special design decision processing. It is a flow chart of special electric auditors processing 1 (jackpot game). It is a flowchart of a game state setting process. It is a flowchart of special electric auditors processing 2 (small winning game). It is a flowchart of special electric auditors processing 2 (small winning game). 9 is a flowchart of distribution member control processing; 8 is a flowchart of specific area sensor detection processing; 9 is a flowchart of sub-control main processing; 10 is a flowchart of 1 ms timer interrupt processing; 10 is a flowchart of 10 ms timer interrupt processing; 8 is a flowchart of received command analysis processing; It is a flow chart of starting winning processing. 10 is a flowchart of icon change suggestion effect start processing. It is a flow chart of the fluctuation effect start processing. It is a flow chart of production mode switching processing. It is a flow chart of a variation effect pattern selection process. 10 is a flowchart of icon change effect execution processing; It is a flow chart of end processing of fluctuation production. It is a flow chart of production mode designation processing. It is a figure explaining the kind of display mode of an icon (holding icon, the said icon). FIG. 10 is a diagram for explaining types of scenario patterns for displaying icons (suspended icon, relevant icon). FIG. 10 is a scenario pattern selection table for icons (suspended icon, relevant icon); FIG. (A) A table showing execution probabilities of icon change effects when the total number of prize balls is from one ball to four balls or less. (B) A table showing execution probabilities of icon change effects when the total number of prize balls is 5 or more. It is a figure explaining the game flow of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment. It is a time chart showing a case where it is controlled to the time saving state in the last special figure lottery in the time saving state of the first embodiment. (A) It is a figure which shows the background image of the daytime background mode of 1st Embodiment. (B) It is a figure for demonstrating the production|presentation design of the daytime background mode of 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the specific example of the battle reach in the variable production|presentation of 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the specific example of the time reduction rush production|presentation in the fluctuation|variation production|presentation of 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the specific example of the result production|presentation of 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the specific example of the variation production|presentation in the night background mode of 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the specific example of the variation production|presentation in the night background mode of 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the specific example of the variation production|presentation in the night background mode of 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the specific example of the variation production|presentation in the night background mode of 1st Embodiment.

1. Structure of Gaming Machine A pachinko gaming machine according to an embodiment (hereinafter also referred to as a first embodiment) of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. As shown in FIG. 1 , the pachinko game machine 1 of this embodiment includes a game machine frame 50 and a game board 2 mounted inside the game machine frame 50 . A front frame 51 of the game machine frame 50 includes a handle 60 for shooting game balls with a shooting intensity corresponding to the rotation angle, a hit ball supply tray (upper tray) 61 for storing game balls, and a hit ball supply tray 61. A surplus ball receiving tray (lower tray) 62 is provided for storing game balls that cannot be accommodated therein. In addition, the front frame 51 is provided with an effect button 63 and a select button 64 (see the plan view within the dashed line in FIG. 1) that can be operated by the player during effects that are executed as the game progresses. there is A frame lamp 66 and a speaker 67 for decoration are provided on the front frame 51 .

The game board 2 is surrounded by a rail member 4 and formed with a game area 3 in which a game ball shot by operating a handle 60 flows down. The game board 2 is provided with board lamps 5 (see FIG. 5) for decoration. The game area 3 is provided with a plurality of game pegs (not shown) for guiding game balls.

Further, near the center of the game area 3, an image display device 7, which is a liquid crystal display device, is provided. On the display screen 7a (display unit) of the image display device 7, variable display of production patterns (decorative patterns) 8L, 8C, 8R synchronized with the variable display (variable display) of the first special pattern and the second special pattern, which will be described later. There is a production pattern display area for performing. The performance symbol display area is composed of, for example, three display areas of "left", "middle" and "right". A left effect pattern 8L is displayed in the left display area, a medium effect pattern 8C is displayed in the middle display area, and a right effect pattern 8R is displayed in the right display area. Each of the performance symbols is composed of a plurality of symbols representing numbers "1" to "9", for example. The image display device 7 displays the first special symbol and the To clearly display the result of variable display of a second special pattern (that is, the result of a jackpot lottery).

For example, when a jackpot is won, the production pattern is stopped and displayed with double numbers such as "777". Also, when winning a small prize, the production pattern is stopped and displayed at a predetermined chance such as "246". In addition, when it is a loss (usually a loss), the production pattern is stopped and displayed with a loose pattern such as "263". This makes it easier for the player to grasp the progress of the game. That is, the player generally grasps the result of the jackpot lottery by the image display device 7 rather than by the first special symbol display device 41a or the second special symbol display device 41b. It should be noted that the positions of the display areas of the production patterns 8L, 8C, 8R do not have to be fixed. Further, as a form of variable display of the effect symbols, for example, there is a form of scrolling in the vertical direction. In addition, it is possible to arbitrarily change the combination of performance symbols to be stop-displayed according to each lottery result, and the performance symbols may be stop-displayed with random eyes when winning a small prize.

The image display device 7, in addition to the effect pattern variation effect (also referred to as "decorative symbol change effect" or simply "variation effect") using the effect pattern as described above, the jackpot effect performed in parallel with the jackpot game, The display screen 7a displays a demonstration effect for waiting for customers. In addition, in the effect symbol variation effect, effect images other than effect symbols such as background images and character images are displayed in addition to effect symbols such as numbers.

A center decoration 10 is arranged near the center of the game area 3 and in front of the image display device 7 . A stage portion 11 capable of guiding a game ball rolling on the upper surface to a first starting port 20 described later is formed at the lower portion of the center decorative body 10 . A warp section 12 is provided on the left side of the center decorative body 10 to allow game balls to flow in from the entrance and flow out to the stage section 11 from the exit. Further, on the upper part of the center decoration body 10, a decoration member 13 representing characters, figures, etc. is arranged.

Below the image display device 7 in the game area 3, there is provided a fixed prize winning device 19 having a first start opening 20 (an example of a "first ball entry opening") in which the ease with which a game ball enters is always constant. ing. The first start hole 20 is also called a first start prize hole, a fixed ball hole, or a first ball hole. Winning of the game ball to the first starting port 20 triggers lottery for the first special symbol (big hit lottery, ie, acquisition and determination of big hit random numbers, etc.).

In addition, on the upper right side of the first starting port 20, a normal variable winning device (so-called electric chew) 22 having a second starting port 21 (predetermined ball entrance) is provided. The second starting opening 21 is also referred to as a second starting winning opening, a variable entrance, or a second entrance. The winning of the game ball into the second starting port 21 triggers the lottery of the second special symbol (big hit lottery, ie, acquisition and determination of a big hit random number, etc.).

The electric tube 22 has a movable member (entrance opening/closing member) 23 that can move back and forth, and opens and closes the second start opening 21 by the operation of the movable member 23 . The movable member 23 is driven by an electric tuning solenoid 24 (see FIG. 4). A game ball can enter the second starting port 21 only when the movable member 23 is open (that is, when the movable member 23 is in an open state). That is, when the movable member 23 is closed (that is, when the movable member 23 is in the closed state), the game ball cannot enter. In addition, if the second starting port 21 is such that the game ball is more difficult to enter when the movable member 23 is closed than when it is open, it is completely impossible to enter when the movable member 23 is closed. It does not have to be possible.

In addition, below the first starting port 20 in the game area 3, a first big winning device (first special variable winning device, other special winning means) provided with a first big winning port (other special winning port) 30 ) 31 is provided. The first big prize winning device 31 has an opening/closing member (another special prize opening opening/closing member) 32 that takes an open state and a closed state, and opens and closes the first big prize prize opening 30 by operating the opening/closing member 32 . The opening/closing member 32 is driven by a first big winning opening solenoid 33 (see FIG. 4). A game ball can enter the first big winning hole 30 only when the opening/closing member 32 is open (that is, when it is in an open state).

In addition, on the right side of the first big winning hole 30 in the game area 3, a second big winning device (second special variable winning device, special winning means) provided with a second big winning hole (equivalent to a special winning hole) 35 ) 36 are provided. The second big winning device 36 has an opening/closing member (equivalent to a special winning opening opening/closing member) 37 that takes an open state and a closed state. The opening/closing member 37 is of a forward/retreat type that moves back and forth, and is driven by a second prize winning opening solenoid 38 (see FIG. 4). A game ball can enter the second big winning hole 35 only when the opening/closing member 37 is open (that is, when it is in an open state).

More specifically, as shown in FIG. 2, inside the second big winning device 36, there are a specific area (V area) 39 and a non-specific area 70 through which a game ball that has passed through the second big winning hole 35 can pass. is formed. In the second big winning device 36, upstream of the specific area 39 and the non-specific area 70, a second big winning hole sensor 35a for detecting the winning of the game ball into the second big winning hole 35 is arranged. . In addition, a specific area sensor 39a for detecting passage of a game ball to the specific area 39 is arranged in the specific area 39. As shown in FIG. Further, in the non-specific area 70, a non-specific area sensor 70a for detecting passage of a game ball to the non-specific area 70 is arranged. In addition, the second big winning device 36 includes a distribution member 71 that distributes game balls that have passed through the second big prize opening 35 to either the specific area 39 or the non-specific area 70, and a distribution that drives the distribution member 71. A member solenoid 73 is provided. When the distribution member solenoid 73 is energized, the distribution member 71 takes a first state (passage permission state) in which the game balls are distributed to the specific area 39, and when the distribution member solenoid 73 is not energized, the game balls are distributed. A second state (passage blocking state) of distributing to the non-specific area 70 is adopted.

The distribution member 71 is in a passage permitting state in which passage of game balls to the specific region 39 is permitted when the distribution member solenoid 73 is energized, as indicated by a two-dot chain line in FIG. When the distribution member 71 is in the pass-allowing state, the game ball that has won the second big winning hole 35 passes through the specific area 39 after passing the second big winning hole sensor 35a. The route of this game ball is called a first route.

2, when the distribution member solenoid 73 is not energized, the distribution member 71 is in a passage blocking state that prevents the game ball from passing through the specific area 39. As shown in FIG. When the distribution member 71 is in the passage blocking state, the game ball that has won the second large winning opening 35 rolls on the distribution member 71 after passing through the second large winning opening sensor 35a and rolls on the non-specific area. Pass 70. This game ball route is called a second route.

In addition, in the pachinko gaming machine 1, passage of the game ball to the specific area 39 serves as a trigger for execution of a jackpot game, which will be described later. In other words, in this embodiment, the big hit lottery is also performed depending on whether the game ball passes through the specific area 39 or not. A jackpot won by the lottery of the first special symbol or the lottery of the second special symbol is called a first-class jackpot, and a jackpot won by passing the game ball to the specific area 39 is called a second-class jackpot. Also, a jackpot game executed by winning a jackpot of the first kind is called a jackpot game of the first kind, and a jackpot game played by winning a jackpot of the second kind is called a jackpot game of the second kind. Also, the type 1 jackpot is also called a direct hit jackpot. In addition, the 1st kind jackpot game and the 2nd kind jackpot game correspond to the "special game state".

Further, as shown in FIG. 1, above the second starting port 21 in the game area 3, a gate 28 through which game balls can pass is provided. Passage of the game ball to the gate 28 is a trigger for execution of a normal symbol lottery (that is, acquisition and determination of a normal symbol random number (hit random number)) for determining whether or not to open the electric chew 22 .

Further, a normal winning opening 27 is provided in the lower left part of the game area 3, and a normal winning opening 27 is also provided in the lower right part of the game area 3. - 特許庁Also, at the bottom of the game area 3, an out port 6 is provided for discharging out of the game area 3 game balls that have been hit into the game area 3 but have not won in any of the winning openings.

In this way, the game area 3 in which various winning holes are arranged includes a left game area (first game area) 3A on the left side of the center in the horizontal direction and a right game area (second game area) 3B on the right side. There is. A hitting method of shooting a game ball so that the game ball flows down the left game area 3A is called left hitting. On the other hand, a hitting method of shooting a game ball so that the game ball flows down the right game area 3B is called right hitting. In the pachinko machine 1 of this embodiment, the flow path through which the game balls flow down when the game is played with the left hand is called the first flow path R1, and the flow path through which the game balls flow down when the game is played with the right hand. , the second flow path R2.

A first starting port 20, a first big winning device 31, and an out port 6 are provided on the first flow path R1. A player aims to win a prize to the first starting port 20 by hitting a game ball so as to flow down the first flow path R1.

On the other hand, a gate 28, an electric tube 22, a second big winning device 36, a first big winning device 31, a normal winning opening 27, and an outlet 6 are provided on the second flow path R2. there is By hitting the game ball so as to flow down the second flow path R2, the player can pass through the gate 28, the second start opening 21 related to the electric chew 22, the normal winning opening 27, the first big winning opening 30, or Aim to win a prize to the second big prize gate 35. In addition, in the pachinko game machine 1 of this embodiment, the game ball hit rightward aiming at winning the second starting hole 21 does not win the second starting hole 21, and the game ball passing through the second starting hole 21 is There is a case where the normal winning slot 27 wins. In addition, in the pachinko game machine 1 of this embodiment, a game ball hit to the right with the aim of winning the first big winning hole 30 or the second big winning hole 35 is the first big winning hole 30 or the second big winning hole There is a case where the player wins the normal prize-winning slot 27 without winning the prize-35.

In this embodiment, the gate 28, the electric chew 22, and the second big winning device 36 are unitized, and can be attached to and detached from the game board 2 as one structural body. In addition, the fixed winning device 19 and the first big winning device 31 are unitized and can be attached to and detached from the game board 2 as one structure.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 1 and 3, a display device 40 is arranged in the lower right part of the game board 2. As shown in FIG. The display device 40 includes a first special symbol display device 41a that variably displays a first special symbol (an example of an identification symbol, also referred to as a special symbol 1), and a second special symbol (an example of an identification symbol, also referred to as a special symbol 2). ) is variably displayed, and a normal symbol display 42 that variably displays a normal symbol (general symbol) is included. In addition, in the display device 40, the first special symbol display device 43a that displays the number of memory of the operation suspension (first special symbol suspension) of the first special symbol display device 41a, and the second special symbol display device 41b It includes a second special figure suspension indicator 43b that displays the number of memory of operation suspension (second special figure suspension). The first special figure reservation is also called special figure 1 reservation, and the second special figure reservation is also called special figure 2 reservation.

The variable display of the first special symbol is triggered by the winning of the game ball to the first starting port 20 . The variable display of the second special symbol is performed with the winning of the game ball to the second starting port 21 as a trigger. In the following description, the first special symbol and the second special symbol may be collectively referred to as a special symbol (special symbol). Also, the first special symbol display device 41a and the second special symbol display device 41b may be collectively referred to as the special symbol display device 41. Also, the first special figure reservation display 43a and the second special figure reservation display 43b may be collectively referred to as the special figure reservation display 43.

In the special symbol display device 41, the special symbol (identification information) is variably displayed (variable display) and then stopped, so that a lottery (special symbol lottery, The result of the jackpot lottery) is notified. A special symbol to be stopped and displayed (a stop symbol, a special symbol derived and displayed as a display result of variable display) is one special symbol selected from a plurality of types of special symbols by a special symbol lottery. When the stop pattern is a special pattern (jackpot pattern) of a predetermined jackpot stop mode (specific stop mode), an opening pattern corresponding to the type of the stopped and displayed jackpot pattern (that is, the type of the jackpot won) is used. Then, a big win game is performed to open the first big winning hole 30.例文帳に追加In addition, when the stop pattern is a special pattern (small hit pattern) of a predetermined small hit stop mode, the opening pattern according to the type of the small hit pattern stopped and displayed (that is, the type of the small win won). Then, a small winning game is performed to open the second big winning hole 35.例文帳に追加In addition, the opening pattern of the big winning opening (the first big winning opening 30 and the second big winning opening 35) in the big winning game and the small winning game will be described later.

Specifically, the special symbol display device 41 is composed of, for example, eight LEDs arranged side by side, and displays a special symbol according to the result of the jackpot lottery by the lighting mode thereof. For example, if you win a jackpot (one of the multiple types of jackpots described later), ``○○●●○○●●'' (○: lights up, ●: lights out) 1, 2, from the left A jackpot pattern in which the fifth and sixth LEDs are lit is displayed. Also, if you win a small win (one of the multiple types of small wins described later), the 5th and 6th LEDs from the left will light up like "●●●●○○●●". Display the small winning pattern. Also, in the case of a failure (one of the multiple types of failures described later), display a failure pattern in which only the rightmost LED lights up, such as "●●●●●●●○". . In addition, you may employ|adopt the aspect which turns off all the LED as one of the missing designs. In addition, before the special symbols are stopped and displayed, the special symbols are variably displayed (variable display) for a predetermined variable time. This is a mode in which the LED lights up. Note that the mode of the variable display can be appropriately changed, for example, all the LEDs blink all at once unless each LED is stopped (lighted up in a specific mode).

In this pachinko game machine 1, when there is a winning of a game ball to the first start port 20 or the second start port 21, the values of various random numbers such as jackpot random numbers acquired for the winning (ball acquisition information, judgment information) is temporarily stored in the special figure reservation storage unit 85 (see FIG. 4). Specifically, if the winning to the first start port 20 is stored in the first special figure reservation storage unit 85a (see FIG. 4) as the first special figure reservation, if the winning to the second start port 21 It is stored in the second special figure suspension storage unit 85b (see FIG. 4) as 2 special figure suspension. There is an upper limit to the number of special figure reservations that can be stored in the special figure reservation storage unit 85, and the upper limit value (upper limit number, upper limit storage number, upper limit reservation number) in this embodiment is the first special figure reservation storage unit 85a, the second The special figure reservation storage unit 85b is both "4".

The special figure reservation stored in the special figure reservation storage unit 85 is terminated when the variable display of the special symbol based on the special figure reservation becomes possible. Digestion of the special figure reservation means to determine the jackpot random number or the like corresponding to the special figure reservation, and to execute the variable display of the special symbol for showing the determination result. Therefore, in the pachinko game machine 1, when the variable display of the special symbols based on the winning of the game ball to the first start port 20 or the second start port 21 cannot be performed immediately after the winning, that is, the execution of the variable display of the special symbols. Even if a prize is won during execution of a medium or special game (jackpot game or small prize game), the right of the jackpot lottery for the prize can be reserved with a predetermined number as the upper limit. .

And the number of such special figure reservations is displayed on the special figure reservation indicator 43 . Specifically, the first special figure reservation indicator 43a and the second special figure reservation indicator 43b are each composed of four LEDs. The special figure reservation indicator 43 displays the number of special figure reservations by turning on LEDs corresponding to the number of special figure reservations.

The variable display of normal symbols is performed with the passage of the game ball to the gate 28 as a trigger. The normal symbol display device 42 notifies the result of the normal symbol lottery based on the passage of the game ball to the gate 28 by displaying the normal symbols variably (variably displaying) and then stopping the display. A normal pattern to be stopped and displayed (a normal pattern stop pattern, a normal pattern derived and displayed as a display result of variable display) is one normal pattern selected from a plurality of types of normal patterns by a normal pattern lottery. When the stop-displayed normal symbol is a predetermined specific normal symbol (a normal symbol in a predetermined stop mode, that is, a normal winning symbol), the second starting port 21 is opened in an opening pattern according to the current game state. Auxiliary game is played to make it possible. The opening pattern of the second starting port 21 will be described later.

Specifically, the normal symbol display 42 is composed of, for example, two LEDs (see FIG. 3), and displays a normal symbol corresponding to the result of the normal symbol lottery by its lighting mode. For example, when the lottery result is a win, a normal win pattern with both LEDs lit up is displayed, such as "○○" (○: lit, ●: unlit). When the lottery result is a loss, a normal losing pattern is displayed, such as "●○", in which only the right LED lights up. A mode in which all the LEDs are extinguished may be employed as a normal losing pattern. Before the normal symbols are stop-displayed, the normal symbols are variably displayed (variable display) for a predetermined variable time, and the variable display mode is, for example, alternate lighting of both LEDs. Note that the mode of the variable display can be appropriately changed, for example, all the LEDs blink all at once unless each LED is stopped (lighted up in a specific mode).

In the pachinko game machine 1, when the variable display of the normal symbols based on the passage of the game ball through the gate 28 cannot be performed immediately after the passage, that is, during the execution of the variable display of the normal symbols or during the execution of the auxiliary game, the gate When there is passage to 28, it is configured not to acquire normal symbol random numbers based on the passage. That is, it is the structure which does not memorize|store the operation|movement suspension (ordinary figure suspension) of the normal design indicator 42. FIG. In addition, it is good also as a structure which can be memorize|stored to the predetermined|prescribed upper limit number (for example, "4") in the predetermined|prescribed storage area in RAM84 (refer FIG. 4). In this case, the normal pattern reservation stored in the RAM 84 is terminated when the variable display of the normal pattern based on the normal pattern reservation becomes possible. Digestion of the normal pattern reservation means that the normal pattern random number corresponding to the normal pattern reservation is determined, and the variable display of the normal pattern for showing the determination result is executed. Also, in this case, it is preferable to provide a general pattern hold display that displays the number of general pattern reservations stored.

2. Electrical Configuration of Gaming Machine Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 4 and 5. FIG. As shown in FIGS. 4 and 5, the pachinko gaming machine 1 includes a main control board (game control board) 80 for controlling game profits such as jackpot lottery and game state transitions, A sub-control board (effect control board) 90 for performing control, a payout control board 110 for controlling pay-out of game balls, and the like are provided. The main control board 80 forms a main control section, and the sub-control board 90 forms a sub-control section 99 together with an image control board 100, a lamp control board 107, and an audio control board 106, which will be described later. The sub-control unit 99 includes at least the sub-control board 90, and can control various effects using the effect means (the image display device 7, the board lamp 5, the frame lamp 66, the speaker 67, the board movable body 15, etc.). If it is

The pachinko game machine 1 also has a power board 150 . The power board 150 supplies power to the main control board 80, the sub-control board 90, and the payout control board 110, and supplies necessary power to other devices via these boards. A backup power supply circuit 151 is provided on the power supply board 150 . The backup power supply circuit 151 supplies power to the RAM 84 of the main control board 80 and the RAM 94 of the sub control board 90 to be described later when power is not supplied to the pachinko gaming machine 1 . Therefore, the information stored in the RAM 84 of the main control board 80 and the RAM 94 of the sub-control board 90 is retained even when the pachinko game machine 1 is powered off. A power switch 155 is connected to the power board 150 . ON/OFF operation of the power switch 155 switches on/off of the power supply. A backup power supply circuit for the RAM 84 of the main control board 80 may be provided on the main control board 80 or a backup power supply circuit for the RAM 94 of the sub control board 90 may be provided on the sub control board 90 .

The power supply board 150 is provided with a RAM clear switch (RAM clear operation means) 152 for causing the CPU 82 to clear information stored in the RAM 84 of the game control microcomputer 81 (game control means) described later. It should be noted that the RAM clear switch 152 is provided on the power board 150 arranged on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1 . Therefore, the RAM clear switch 152 cannot be operated unless it is an employee of the game arcade who can open the game machine frame 50 . That is, it can be said that the RAM clear switch 152 is an operating means that is substantially impossible for the player to operate. The RAM clear switch 152 is a tact switch, and when the RAM clear switch 152 is pressed, a detection signal indicating that the RAM clear switch 152 is ON is input to the game control microcomputer 81 . The state in which the RAM clear switch 152 is pressed is called the ON state of the RAM clear switch 152, and the state in which the RAM clear switch 152 is not pressed is called the OFF state of the RAM clear switch 152. FIG.

As shown in FIG. 4, the main control board 80 is mounted with a game control one-chip microcomputer (hereinafter "game control microcomputer") 81 for controlling the progress of the game of the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a program. The game control microcomputer 81 includes a ROM 83 that stores programs for controlling the progress of the game, a RAM 84 that is used as a work memory, a CPU 82 that executes the programs stored in the ROM 83, and inputs and outputs data and signals. An I/O port section (input/output circuit) 87 is included for the purpose. Note that the ROM 83 may be externally attached. The RAM 84 is provided with the above-described special figure reservation storage unit 85 (first special figure reservation storage unit 85a, second special figure reservation storage unit 85b).

Various sensors and solenoids are connected to the main control board 80 via a relay board 88, as shown in FIG. Therefore, a signal is input to the main control board 80 from each sensor, and a signal is output from the main control board 80 to each solenoid. Specifically, the sensors include the first starting opening sensor 20a, the second starting opening sensor 21a, the gate sensor 28a, the first big winning opening sensor 30a, the second big winning opening sensor 35a, the specific area sensor 39a, and the non-specific sensor. A region sensor 70a and a normal winning opening sensor 27a are connected.

The first starting hole sensor 20a is provided in the first starting hole 20 and detects a game ball that has entered the first starting hole 20. As shown in FIG. The second starting hole sensor 21 a is provided in the second starting hole 21 and detects a game ball that has entered the second starting hole 21 . The gate sensor 28a is provided inside the gate 28 and detects a game ball that has passed through the gate 28. As shown in FIG. The first big winning hole sensor 30 a is provided in the first big winning hole 30 and detects a game ball that has won the first big winning hole 30 . The second big winning hole sensor 35a is provided in the second big winning hole 35 and detects a game ball that has won the second big winning hole 35 . The specific area sensor 39a is provided in the specific area 39 inside the second big winning hole 35 and detects a game ball that has passed through the specific area 39. As shown in FIG. The non-specific area sensor 70a is provided in the non-specific area 70 inside the second big winning hole 35 and detects a game ball that has passed through the non-specific area 70. As shown in FIG. The normal winning hole sensor 27 a is provided in each normal winning hole 27 and detects a game ball that has entered the normal winning hole 27 .

Also, as the solenoids, the electric tuning solenoid 24, the first big winning opening solenoid 33, the second big winning opening solenoid 38, and the sorting member solenoid 73 are connected. The electric tooth solenoid 24 drives the movable member 23 of the electric tooth 22 . The first big prize opening solenoid 33 drives the opening/closing member 32 of the first big prize winning device 31 . The second big winning opening solenoid 38 drives the opening/closing member 37 of the second big winning device 36 . The distribution member solenoid 73 drives the distribution member 71 of the second big winning device 36 .

Furthermore, the main control board 80 is connected with a first special symbol display 41a, a second special symbol display 41b, a normal symbol display 42, and a first special symbol reservation display 43a. That is, display control of these display devices 40 is performed by the game control microcomputer 81 .

Further, the main control board 80 transmits various commands to the payout control board 110 and receives signals from the payout control board 110 for payout monitoring. The payout control board 110 is connected to a prize ball payout device 120 and a card unit 135 (which is installed adjacent to the pachinko game machine 1 and enables ball lending based on information such as an inserted prepaid card). Also, a launcher 112 is connected via a launch control circuit 111 . Launcher 112 includes a handle 60 (see FIG. 1).

The payout control board 110 drives the prize ball motor 121 of the prize ball payout device 120 based on the signal from the game control microcomputer 81 and the signal from the card unit 135 connected to the pachinko game machine 1 to release the prize balls. or pay out rental balls. Prize balls to be paid out and rented balls are detected by a prize ball sensor 122 for counting. When the player operates the handle 60 (see FIG. 1) of the shooting device 112, the touch switch 114 detects contact with the handle 60, and the shooting volume 115 detects the amount of rotation of the handle 60. Then, the shooting motor 113 is driven so that the game ball is shot with strength corresponding to the magnitude of the detection signal of the shooting volume 115 . In addition, in this pachinko game machine 1, one game ball is shot in about 0.6 seconds.

The main control board 80 also transmits various commands to the sub-control board 90 . The connection between the main control board 80 and the sub control board 90 is a unidirectional communication connection that allows only transmission of signals from the main control board 80 to the sub control board 90 . That is, between the main control board 80 and the sub-control board 90, a unidirectional circuit (for example, a circuit using a diode) (not shown) is interposed as communication direction control means.

As shown in FIG. 5, the sub-control board 90 is mounted with an effect control one-chip microcomputer (hereinafter referred to as "effect control microcomputer") 91 that controls the effect of the pachinko game machine 1 according to a program. The production control microcomputer 91 (production control means) includes a ROM 93 that stores a program for controlling the production as the game progresses, a RAM 94 that is used as a work memory, and a CPU 92 that executes the program stored in the ROM 93. , an I/O port section (input/output circuit) 97 for inputting/outputting data and signals. Note that the ROM 93 may be externally attached.

The RAM 94 is provided with a start winning command pending storage unit for storing a starting winning command including pending lottery information. The reservation lottery information includes information based on each random number stored in the special figure reservation storage unit 85 of the main control board 80 . The start winning prize command reserve storage unit further includes a first start prize winning command reserve storage unit that stores a first start prize winning command based on the first special prize reserve, and a second start prize winning command that stores a second start prize command based on the second special prize reserve. 2 start winning command reserve storage unit is provided. In addition, the RAM 94 may be provided with a storage unit for storing a command including information on holding the normal map. In addition, in the RAM 94, when the night background mode is set and the value of the sub time saving counter is "1", the second special figure suspension stored in the second start winning command suspension storage unit There is provided a scenario pattern storage section for storing data on the scenario pattern (see FIG. 48) selected by the effect control microcomputer 91 in response to the second start winning command based on the above.

Specifically, the first start winning command reserve storage unit and the second start win prize command reserve storage unit are each provided with a storage area corresponding to the upper limit number of special figure reserve. In the pachinko game machine 1, four storage areas are provided in the first start prize winning command reserve storage part and four storage areas are provided in the second start prize winning command reserve storage part in accordance with the upper limit number of special figure reserves. be done. Furthermore, each storage area is provided with a plurality of small areas. Specifically, in the pachinko game machine 1, a starting winning command specified based on the winning of the starting opening and data indicating the display mode of the pending icon HA are stored in each small area. The reception counter is used to manage winning order.

Further, as shown in FIG. 5, the image control board 100, the sound control board 106, and the lamp control board 107 are connected to the sub-control board 90. As shown in FIG. The effect control microcomputer 91 of the sub control board 90 causes the CPU 102 of the image control board 100 to perform display control of the image display device 7 based on the command received from the main control board 80 . The RAM 104 of the image control board 100 is a memory for developing image data. The ROM 103 of the image control board 100 stores still image data and moving image data to be displayed on the image display device 7, specifically, characters, items, figures, letters, numbers, symbols (including production patterns), background images, and the like. image data is stored. The CPU 102 of the image control board 100 reads out image data from the ROM 103 based on commands from the performance control microcomputer 91 . Then, display control is executed based on the read image data.

Also, the production control microcomputer 91 outputs voice, music, sound effects, etc. from the speaker 67 via the voice control board 106 based on the command received from the main control board 80 . Acoustic data such as voice output from the speaker 67 is stored in the ROM 93 of the sub-control board 90 . Note that a CPU may be mounted on the audio control board 106, and in that case, the CPU may be caused to execute audio control. Furthermore, in this case, a ROM may be mounted on the audio control board 106, and acoustic data may be stored in the ROM. Alternatively, the speaker 67 may be connected to the image control board 100 to cause the CPU 102 of the image control board 100 to perform voice control. Furthermore, in this case, the sound data may be stored in the ROM 103 of the image control board 100 .

Also, the effect control microcomputer 91 performs lighting control of lamps such as the frame lamp 66 and the board lamp 5 via the lamp control board 107 based on the command received from the main control board 80 . Specifically, the production control microcomputer 91 creates light emission data (data for deciding on/off and emission color, also referred to as lamp data) that determines the light emission mode of the lamps such as the frame lamp 66 and the board lamp 5, and creates the light emission data. Light emission of lamps such as the frame lamp 66 and the board lamp 5 is controlled according to the following. Data stored in the ROM 93 of the sub-control board 90 is used to create the light emission data.

Further, the effect control microcomputer 91 operates the board movable body 15 connected to the lamp control board 107 via the relay board 108 based on the command received from the main control board 80 . Although not shown in FIG. 1, the board movable body 15 is a movable so-called gimmick provided on the center decorative body 10. As shown in FIG. Specifically, the effect control microcomputer 91 creates motion pattern data (also called drive data) that determines the motion mode of the board movable body 15, and controls the motion of the board movable body 15 according to the motion pattern data. Data stored in the ROM 93 of the sub-control board 90 is used to create the operation pattern data. A CPU may be mounted on the lamp control board 107 , and in that case, the CPU may be caused to control the lighting of the lamp and the operation control of the movable board 15 . Furthermore, in this case, a ROM may be mounted on the lamp control board 107, and data relating to light emission patterns and operation patterns may be stored in the ROM.

Also, the sub-control board 90 is connected with an effect button detection switch (SW) 63a and a select button detection switch 64a. The performance button detection switch 63a detects that the performance button 63 (see FIG. 1) has been pressed. When the performance button 63 is pushed, a detection signal is output to the sub-control board 90 from the performance button detection switch 63a. The select button detection switch 64a detects that the select button 64 (see FIG. 1) has been pressed. When the select button 64 is pressed, a detection signal is output to the sub-control board 90 from the select button detection switch 64a.

4 and 5 are functional block diagrams for explaining the electrical configuration of the pachinko game machine 1, and the boards shown in FIGS. 4 and 5 are not the only ones provided. Except for the main control board 80, any one or more of the boards shown in FIGS. 4 and 5 may be configured as one board, or one board shown in FIGS. 4 and 5 may be configured as a plurality of boards. good.

3. Main Games in Gaming Machine Next, main games performed by the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described. The pachinko game machine 1 acquires a special figure related random number based on the winning to the first starting port 20 or the second starting port 21.例文帳に追加As shown in FIG. 6A, the special figure-related random numbers include jackpot random numbers, symbol type random numbers, reach random numbers, and variation pattern random numbers. The jackpot random number is used for judging whether a big hit is right or wrong or whether a small hit is right or wrong. The jackpot random number takes a value in the range of 0-65535. The symbol type random number is used for determining the type of the jackpot symbol, determining the type of the small winning symbol, and determining the type of the losing symbol. The symbol type random number takes a value in the range of 0-199.

Also, the reach random number is a random number that determines whether or not to generate a reach in the variable effect indicating the result when the result of the success/failure determination is a loss. A reach is a state in which only one of the plurality of performance symbols that is variably displayed remains, and a jackpot is won depending on which symbol the variably displayed performance symbols are stopped and displayed. It is a state (for example, the state of "7↓7") that is a combination of the shown production patterns. Note that the effect symbols that are stopped and displayed in the ready-to-win state may be displayed as if they are slightly swaying within the display screen 7a, or may be displayed so as to be repeatedly enlarged and reduced. The reach random number takes a value in the range of 0-255.

Also, the fluctuation pattern random number is a random number for determining a fluctuation pattern including fluctuation time. The fluctuation pattern random number takes a value in the range of 0-99. Note that the random number is also referred to as determination information.

Also, the pachinko gaming machine 1 acquires normal symbol random numbers (hit random numbers) shown in FIG. The normal symbol random number is a random number for a lottery (normal symbol lottery) as to whether or not to perform an auxiliary game for opening the electric chew 22 . The normal symbol random number takes a value in the range from 0 to 65535.

The pachinko game machine 1 judges the jackpot random number obtained based on the winning to the first start port 20 or the second start port 21 according to the jackpot determination table shown in FIG. And, it determines whether or not it is a small hit. As shown in FIG. 7(A), the lottery for the first special symbol (special figure 1) based on the winning of the first starting opening 20 and the second special symbol (special figure 1) based on the winning of the second starting opening 21 In the lottery of 2), the probability of winning the big prize is the same, but the probability of winning the small prize is different. Specifically, the special figure 2 lottery is easier to win a small hit than the special figure 1 lottery. In addition, in this form, in the lottery of the special figure 2, it is configured to be easier to win a small hit than a big hit.

When the pachinko game machine 1 determines that the jackpot has been won, the pattern type random number is determined according to the jackpot symbol type determination table shown in FIG. 7B, thereby determining the jackpot symbol type. In this form, in the lottery of special figure 1, at a rate of 100%, "special figure 1_jackpot design A" is determined. On the other hand, in the lottery of special figure 2, at a rate of 100%, "special figure 2_jackpot design B" is determined. In addition, if the type of the winning jackpot pattern is different, the opening pattern of the jackpot in the jackpot game of one type may be different.

Further, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 determines that the small winning is won, the symbol type random number is determined according to the small winning symbol type determination table shown in FIG. 7(C), thereby determining the type of the small winning symbol. In the lottery of special figure 2, at a rate of 100%, "special figure 2 _ small winning pattern a" is determined. In this form, there is one type of small winning pattern, but if there are multiple types of small winning patterns, if the type of the winning small winning pattern is different, the opening pattern of the big winning opening in the two-type big winning game It may be different. In addition, depending on the type of the winning small winning symbol, the settings regarding the small winning game and the game state after the big winning game may be changed.

Also, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 determines that neither the big win nor the small win has been won (that is, when it is determined as a loss), the symbol type random number is determined according to the losing symbol type determination table shown in FIG. 7(D). By doing so, the type of the lost symbol is determined. In the lottery of special figure 1, at a rate of 99.5%, "special figure 1_losing pattern A" is decided, and at a rate of 0.5%, "special figure 1_losing pattern B" is decided. On the other hand, in the lottery of special figure 2, at a rate of 90%, "special figure 2_losing design C" is determined, and at a rate of 10%, "special figure 2_losing design D" is determined. The difference in the types of the losing symbols may affect the settings regarding the gaming state after the stopping and displaying of the losing symbols. This point will be described later.

In addition, when the pachinko game machine 1 determines that it is a loss (normal loss described later), the reach random number is determined according to the reach determination table shown in FIG. Decide whether to reach or not. The probability that it is determined that there is a reach differs depending on whether or not the game state is a time-saving state, which will be described later. With this form, the direction when it is not a time-saving state has a higher probability of being determined with reach than the time when it is a time-saving state.

Next, types of big wins, types of small wins, and types of losses will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. 8 and 9. FIG. As described above, the results of the special symbol lottery (the lottery of the special figure 1 and the lottery of the special figure 2) include "big hit", "small hit", and "loss". In the case of a "big hit", the special symbol display 41 stops displaying the "big hit pattern". The jackpot patterns include "special figure 1_jackpot pattern A" and "special figure 2_jackpot pattern B". Also, at the time of the "small win", the special symbol display 41 stops displaying the "small win symbol". The small winning design includes "special figure 2_small winning design a". In the case of "loss", the special symbol display 41 stops and displays "missing symbol". The lost symbols include "special figure 1_missing symbol A", "special figure 1_missing symbol B", "special figure 2_missing symbol C", and "special figure 2_missing symbol D".

When a special symbol lottery wins a jackpot, a "big win game" is executed to open the first big prize winning port 30 in an opening pattern corresponding to the type of the stopped and displayed big win symbol. When a small win is won, a "small win game" is executed to open the second big winning hole 35 in an opening pattern corresponding to the type of the stopped and displayed small win symbols. When the game ball enters the specific area 39 in the second big winning hole 35 during execution of the small winning game, the first big winning hole 30 is opened in an opening pattern corresponding to the type of the winning small winning pattern. A "jackpot game" to be opened is executed. A jackpot game executed based on the fact that the result of the special pattern lottery is a jackpot win is called a first-class jackpot game, and a jackpot game executed based on passing through the specific area 39 is called a second-class jackpot game.

In this form, the jackpot game includes multiple round games (unit open games), the opening (also referred to as OP) before the first round game starts, and the ending after the final round game ends. (also referred to as ED). Each round game starts with the end of the OP or the end of the previous round game and ends with the start of the next round game or the start of the ED. The closing time (interval time) of the big winning hole between round games is included in the open round game before closing.

In addition, in this form, the small winning game is a small winning opening game that opens the second big winning opening 35, an opening (interval before opening) before the small winning opening game is started, and a small winning opening game. Later ending (post-closure interval).

As a result of the special symbol lottery, when a jackpot is won (that is, when a 1st jackpot is won), a jackpot game (1st jackpot game) for opening the first big prize opening 30 is executed. In this form, as shown in FIG. 8, the type of the jackpot pattern (the jackpot pattern stopped and displayed on the first special pattern display 41a) that can be won in the lottery of the first special pattern (special pattern 1), and the second special The types of jackpot symbols (jackpot symbols stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 41b) that can be won in the lottery of the symbols (special figure 2) are each one type. Specifically, in the lottery of special figure 1, there is a possibility of winning "special figure 1_jackpot design A". Also, in the lottery of special figure 2, there is a possibility of winning "special figure 2_jackpot design B".

As shown in FIG. 8, "special figure 1_jackpot pattern A" is a 4R (round) jackpot, the number of openings of the first big prize opening 30 per 1R is 1, and the maximum opening time is 29.5. seconds. The game state after the big win game when the "big win symbol A" is won is the later-described "time-saving state". Then, in the time saving state based on the "jackpot pattern A", the number of times of time saving is set to one. The time-saving number of times is the upper limit execution number of symbol variations accompanied by special symbol variation display and stop display that can be executed in the time-saving state. Details of the game state will be described later.

In addition, "special figure 2_jackpot pattern B" is a 10R jackpot, the number of opening times of the first big winning hole 30 per 1R is 1, and the maximum opening time is 29.5 seconds. The game state after the big win game when the "big win symbol B" is won is the "time-saving state" described later. Then, in the time saving state based on the "jackpot pattern A", the number of times of time saving is set to 6 times.

Further, when a small win is won as a result of the special symbol lottery, a small win game is executed in which the second big prize winning port 35 is opened once. When the game ball enters the second big winning port 35 opened by the small winning game and passes through the specific area 39 in the second big winning device 36, the big winning is won, and then the first one is won. A jackpot game (two types of jackpot game) for opening the big winning opening 30 is executed. When this jackpot game (jackpot game triggered by passing through the specific area 39) is executed, the opening of the second big prize opening 35 as the small jackpot game corresponds to the first R. In addition, if there is no passage of the game ball to the specific area 39 in the small winning game, the big winning game is not executed. In this specification, a big hit game and a small hit game may be called a special game. In addition, in the special game, there may be a round in which the big winning opening is opened multiple times during one round.

In this form, as shown in FIG. 8, there are 0 types of small winning patterns (small winning patterns stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 41a) that can be won in the lottery of special figure 1, and special figure 2. There is one type of small winning symbol (a small winning symbol stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 41b) that can be won in the lottery. Specifically, in the lottery of special figure 2, there is a possibility of winning "special figure 2_small winning pattern a".

"Small winning pattern a" is a small winning that can always pass through V. Whether or not it is possible to pass the V during execution of the small winning game is determined by the operation pattern of the distribution member 71 and the opening pattern of the opening/closing member 37 .

In addition, in the two-kind jackpot game based on the winning of the "small hit pattern a", the first big prize opening 30 is opened once per 1R from the 2nd round to the 11th round with a maximum opening time of 29.5 seconds. In other words, a 10R double jackpot game is executed. The game state after execution of the two types of jackpot game is controlled to the later-described "time-saving state". Then, in the time saving state based on the "small hit pattern a", the number of times of time saving is set to 6 times.

Further, when the result of the special symbol lottery is determined to be a loss (unspecified result), the type of the loss symbol is determined. As shown in FIG. 9, the type of the losing pattern determined by the lottery of the special figure 1 (the losing pattern stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 41a) and the type of the losing pattern determined by the lottery of the special figure 2 ( There are two kinds of types of the lost symbols stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 41b. Specifically, in the lottery of special figure 1, it is determined to be either "special figure 1_losing pattern A" or "special figure 1_losing pattern B". In addition, in the lottery of special figure 2, it is determined to be either "special figure 2_losing pattern C" or "special figure 2_losing pattern D".

"Special Figure 1_Losing Design A" and "Special Figure 2_Losing Design C" are normal losers, and "Special Figure 1_Losing Design B" and "Special Figure 2_Losing Design D" are special losers. A special loss is a loss that can be a trigger for control of the time saving state described later. In other words, when the result of the special symbol lottery is a special loss, the game control microcomputer 81 may control the game state after the stop display of the losing symbol to the time saving state. For this reason, the special loss is also called a time saving loss. It should be noted that "special figure 1_losing design B" and "special figure 2_losing design D" are examples of non-specific modes relating to the stop mode of the special symbols.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9, in this embodiment, there are two lost symbol type determination tables depending on the game state. FIG. 9A is a losing symbol type determination table for the non-time saving state (normal game state), and FIG. 9B is a losing symbol type determination table for the time saving state.

As shown in the lost pattern type determination table for the non-time-saving state (for normal gaming state) in FIG. In the time saving state based on ", the number of times of working time saving is set to once. In addition, in the time saving state based on the "special figure 2_loss pattern D" in the lottery of the special figure 2 in the non-time saving state, the number of times of time saving is set to 6 times. In addition, as shown in the lost pattern type determination table for the time saving state of FIG. 9 (B), in the time saving state based on the "special figure 1_losing pattern B" in the lottery of the special figure 1 in the time saving state, the number of time saving times is 1 times. In addition, in the time saving state based on the "special figure 2_loss pattern D" in the lottery of the special figure 2 in the time saving state, the number of times of time saving is set to 100 times.

Here, the game state of the pachinko game machine 1 of this embodiment will be described. In this form, there are a non-time-saving state and a time-saving state as game states. The non-time-saving state is also referred to as a normal game state. When the pachinko game machine 1 is played for the first time, the game state after power-on is a non-time-saving state (normal game state). The time-saving state is a game state in which game balls are more likely to enter the electric chew 22 than in the non-time-saving state. Therefore, it can be said that the time-saving state is a game state more advantageous to the player than the non-time-saving state. Furthermore, the more the number of times of time saving set for the time saving state, the longer the game state in which the game balls are more likely to enter the electric chew 22 will continue. For this reason, it can be said that the time saving state in which the number of times of time saving is set is more advantageous to the player.

And in this form, in the time saving state based on the special loss in the lottery of the special figure 2, the number of time saving times tends to be greater than the time saving state based on the special loss in the lottery of the special figure 1. That is, in the time saving state based on the special loss in the lottery of the special figure 2, it tends to be more advantageous to the player than the time saving state based on the special loss in the lottery of the special figure 1.

Furthermore, in this form, "Special figure 2 _ Lost pattern D" is more when it is determined by lottery in the time saving state than when it is determined by lottery in the non-time saving state. tend to be many. That is, in this form, even if it is a special loss of the same type, when it is determined by lottery in a non-time-saving state and when it is determined by lottery in a time-saving state, the number of time-savings set may be different. . And even if it is a special loss of the same type, when it is decided by lottery in the time saving state, the time saving state set after that is more advantageous to the player than when it is decided by lottery in the non-time saving state. tend to become

In addition, in this embodiment, even when the number of times of variable display of special symbols stopped in a predetermined stop mode (the number of times of variable display of special symbols) reaches a predetermined number of times, it may be controlled to a time saving state. . That is, the pattern variation of special symbols that is not the trigger for the execution of the jackpot game (that is, the lottery results of the special symbols (special symbols 1 and 2) are small hits and jackpots) (stop the special symbols in a predetermined non-specific manner When the variable display to display) is continuous, the continuous number (hereinafter sometimes referred to as the non-specific variation number) is controlled to the time saving state when it reaches a predetermined number of times of giving time saving (predetermined number of times). Therefore, in the pachinko game machine 1 of the first embodiment, when the pattern fluctuation of the special pattern that the lottery result of the special pattern is lost continues, when the number of consecutive times reaches the predetermined number of times of shortening of working hours, it is controlled to the shortening of working hours. will be And when it reaches|attains the time reduction provision frequency|count, as shown to the time reduction setting table for time reduction provision frequency|count reach|attainment of FIG. 10, a game state after that is controlled by a time reduction state. That is, when the number of non-specific fluctuations reaches the number of times of shortening of working hours, even if it is usually lost, it is controlled to the shortening of working hours state. Then, in this embodiment, as shown in the time saving setting table for reaching the number of times of saving time given in FIG. is set to In addition, the specific value of the time saving frequency set when the time saving state is controlled according to the non-specific fluctuation frequency reaching the time saving giving frequency can be changed as appropriate. Specifically, the number of time reductions set when the number of times of non-specific fluctuations is controlled to the time reduction state according to the number of times of time reduction granting is, for example, the denominator of the probability of winning a jackpot in a low probability state at the maximum 3 .8 times or less is possible.

In addition, in the pachinko game machine 1, the number of times of shortening of working hours is set to 600 times. That is, the pachinko game machine 1 counts the number of non-specific fluctuations, and when the count value reaches 600, the number of times of time saving is controlled to one time saving state. In addition, in this form, the count value of the number of times of non-specific variation is reset according to the execution of the jackpot game. In addition, the count value of the number of non-specific variations is counted for symbol variations in the time saving state and for symbol variations in the non time saving state (normal game state). This point will be described in detail later. In addition, the specific value of the number of times of shortening working hours can be changed as appropriate. Specifically, the number of time reduction grants can be set to a value between 2.5 times and 3 times the reciprocal of the jackpot winning probability, for example.

Next, the time saving state will be described in more detail. In the time-saving state, as shown in FIG. 11(A), the winning probability of the normal symbol lottery is higher than the non-time-saving state. In this form, it is not determined to be hit in the normal symbol lottery in the non-time saving state, but it is determined to be almost hit in the normal symbol lottery in the time saving state. That is, in the time-saving state, the probability variation function of the normal symbol display 42 operates.

Further, in the time saving state, as shown in FIG. 11(B), the normal pattern variation time is shorter than in the non-working time saving state. In this form, the variation time of the normal pattern is 10 seconds in the non-time saving state, but is 2 seconds in the time saving state. That is, in the time saving state, the variable time shortening function of the normal symbol display 42 operates.

In addition, in the time saving state, as shown in FIG. 11(C), the opening time of the electric chew 22 in the auxiliary game is longer than in the non-time saving state. In this form, the opening time of the electric chew 22 is 0.1 seconds per time in the non-time saving state, but it is 2 seconds in the time saving state. That is, in the time saving state, the opening time extension function of the electric chew 22 is activated.

Also, in the time saving state, as shown in FIG. 11(C), the number of times the electric chew 22 is opened in the auxiliary game may be greater than in the non-time saving state. In the present embodiment, the number of times the electric chew 22 is opened is once in the non-time saving state and twice in the time saving state. That is, in the time-saving state, the function of increasing the number of openings of the electric tube 22 is activated.

Under the circumstances where the probability variation function of the normal symbol display device 42, the variation time shortening function of the normal symbol display device 42, the opening time extension function of the electric chew 22, and the opening number increasing function of the electric chew 22 are operating, these As compared with the case where the function is not activated, the electric chew 22 is opened more frequently, and the game balls enter the second starting port 21 more frequently. As a result, the base, which is the ratio of the number of balls awarded to the number of balls fired, increases. Therefore, the state in which these functions are activated (that is, time-saving state) is also referred to as a "high-based state," and the state that these functions are not activated (ie, non-time-saving state) is also referred to as a "low-based state." In the high base state, you can aim for a big hit without greatly reducing the number of game balls you have. Note that the high base state is a state in which so-called electric support control (control for supporting winning to the second starting port 21 by the electric chew 22) is being executed. Therefore, the high base state is also called an electric support control state. The low base state is also referred to as a non-electric support control state. The time saving state (high base state) corresponds to the "specific game state".

It should be noted that not all the functions described above need to operate in the time saving state (high base state). That is, one or more of the probability variation function of the normal symbol display device 42, the variation time shortening function of the normal symbol display device 42, the opening time extension function of the electric chew 22, and the opening number increasing function of the electric chew 22 It is only necessary that the operation makes it easier for the game ball to enter the second starting port 21 related to the electric chew 22 than when the function is not in operation. That is, for example, the probability variation function of the normal symbol display device 42 may not operate.

In addition, the time saving state ends when the variable display of the special symbols is executed for a predetermined upper limit number of times of execution, or when a big win is won and the big win game is executed. The upper limit number of times of execution (time saving number of times) can be determined based on the type of special symbol that triggered the control of the time saving state and the game state at the time of determination of the special symbol (see FIGS. 8 and 9).

In addition, in the time-saving state, a plurality of different probability variation functions of the normal symbol display device 42, variation time shortening function of the normal symbol display device 42, opening time extension function of electric chew 22, and increasing function of opening number of electric chew 22 may be provided. That is, it is good also as providing a plurality of time-saving states in which the easiness of winning a prize of a game ball differs to the 2nd starting mouth 21. Which of the plurality of time saving states is controlled may be determined by a special pattern that triggered the control of the time saving state, a game state at the time of lottery of the special pattern, or the like.

In the time-saving state (high base state), the game can be played more advantageously by entering the game ball into the right game area 3B (see FIG. 1) by hitting to the right. This is because the electrical sapo control makes it easier to open the electric tube 22 than in the low base state, and it is easier to win the second starting port 21 than to win the first starting port 20. . Therefore, while passing the game ball to the gate 28 that triggers the normal symbol lottery, the game ball is struck to the right to win the game ball to the second start port 21.例文帳に追加As a result, it is possible to obtain a larger number of starting prizes (winning at the starting opening) than when hitting left. In addition, in this pachinko game machine 1, the game is played by hitting to the right even during the jackpot game.

On the other hand, in the non-time-saving state (low base state), the game can be progressed advantageously by entering the game ball into the left game area 3A (see FIG. 1) by striking to the left. Since the electric sapo control is not executed, it is difficult to open the electric chew 22 compared to the high base state, and it is easier to win the first start opening 20 than the second start opening 21. It is because Therefore, left-handed hitting is performed in order to make the game ball enter the first starting port 20.例文帳に追加This allows you to get more starting prizes than hitting right.

Next, determination of a special symbol variation pattern (special symbol variation pattern) will be described. The pachinko game machine 1 determines a special figure variation pattern according to a different special figure variation pattern determination table in the non-time saving state and the time saving state (see FIGS. 12 and 13). The special figure variation pattern determination table in the time saving state (FIG. 13) is a table in which the variation pattern with a short variation time is more likely to be selected than the special figure variation pattern determination table in the non-time saving state (FIG. 12).

Also, in this form, for the special figure 1 lottery, if you draw a "loss pattern B" that is a special loss (time saving loss) in a non-time saving state, a special figure variation pattern P8 is selected, and in a time saving state " When the "losing pattern B" is drawn, the special figure variation pattern P18 is selected. Also, regarding the lottery of special figure 2, if you draw a "loss pattern D" that is a special loss (time saving loss) in a non-time saving state, a special figure fluctuation pattern P24 is selected, and in a time saving state "losing pattern D " is drawn, the special figure variation pattern P34 is selected. When the special figure variation pattern P8 is selected by pulling the "loss pattern B" in the non-time saving state, normal reach is executed. Also, when the special figure variation pattern P18 is selected by drawing the "losing pattern B" in the time saving state, the special figure variation patterns P24 and P34 are selected by drawing the "losing pattern D" in the time saving state or non-time saving state. In the case, battle reach is executed, and further rush production may be executed. Note that these points will be described later.

4. About Start Winning Command The pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment can execute a so-called look-ahead effect. The look-ahead effect is a special figure variation based on the starting winning command (variation display of special symbols) using the starting winning command specified based on the judgment information (random number such as a jackpot random number) acquired by the starting winning. It is an effect that suggests the winning probability (high possibility of winning a jackpot) for the start winning before the winning judgment just before the start of the game.

As shown in FIG. 14, the start winning command generated in this embodiment includes a big win, a small win (V passage is allowed), a normal loss, and a time-saving loss (special loss). lottery result information is included. Further, the start winning command of the present embodiment includes start opening information indicating which of the first start opening 20 and the second start opening 21 has won. Note that the starting winning command only needs to include the lottery result information, and it is possible to appropriately change what kind of information is to be included in the starting winning command in addition to the lottery result information.

5. Concerning Fluctuation Production Pattern In the pachinko game machine 1 of this embodiment, it is possible to execute a predetermined production based on the special figure fluctuation pattern. The variation performance pattern (fluctuation performance pattern) is determined by the performance control microcomputer 91 according to each variation performance pattern determination table shown in FIG. Concretely, in the non-time-saving state, the variable performance pattern related to the losing design is determined according to the variable performance pattern determination table for the non-time-saving state shown in FIG. 15(A). In the time saving state in which the remaining number of times of time saving is 2 or more, the variable effect pattern related to the losing pattern is determined according to the variable effect pattern determination table for the time saving state of 2 or more remaining times of time saving shown in FIG. 15(B). In the time saving state in which the remaining number of times of time saving is 1, the variable effect pattern related to the losing pattern is determined according to the variable effect pattern determination table for the time saving state with the remaining number of times of time saving of 1 shown in FIG. 15(C).

Further, in the non-time saving state and the time saving state in which the remaining number of times of time saving is 1, a time saving rush performance may be performed. The time-saving rush production is a production of contents suggesting transition to a time-saving state after that. Specifically, the time-saving rush effect is, in a non-time-saving state, when a special drawing of a special drawing draws a special loss (time-saving loss), “Special Figure 2_Losing Pattern D”, after the battle reach is started, 100 % chance of execution. In addition, in the time-saving rush effect, in the time-saving state where the remaining number of times of time-saving is 1, a special drawing (time-saving loss) is drawn in the special lottery. has a 100% chance of being executed after Battlereach has started. Then, in the case of this special loss, a success mode is performed as a time-saving rush effect. In addition, the time-saving rush production is a non-time-saving state and a time-saving state in which the number of remaining time-savings is 1. If you draw a special figure 2 lottery, which is usually lost, "special figure 2_losing pattern C", Battle reach has a 50% chance of being executed after is started. In the case of this normal failure, a failure mode is performed as a time-saving rush effect. That is, the time-saving rush effect is performed in a success mode in the case of a special loss, and performed in a failure mode in the case of a normal loss. In addition, in the time saving state in which the remaining number of times of time saving is 2 or more, the time saving rush performance is not performed. In addition, in the non-time-saving state, when the special figure 1_losing pattern B, which is a special loss (time-saving loss), is drawn in the special figure lottery, the time-saving rush performance is not performed, and the normal reach is performed.

6. Operation of Game Control Microcomputer 81 [Main Control Main Processing] Next, the operation of the game control microcomputer 81 will be described with reference to FIGS. 16 to 33. FIG. Note that the counter, timer, flag, status, buffer, etc. appearing in the explanation of the operation of the game control microcomputer 81 are provided in the RAM 84 . The game control microcomputer 81 provided on the main control board 80 reads and executes the main control main processing program shown in FIG. 16 from the ROM 83 when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is powered on. As shown in the figure, in the main control main process, initial setting is first performed (step S001). Initial settings include, for example, stack setting, constant setting, interrupt time setting, CPU 82 setting, SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for interrupt time management) setting, various flags, status and counter resets. etc. Unless otherwise specified, basically, the initial value of the flag is "0" or "OFF", the initial value of the status is "1", and the initial value of the counter is "0". Note that the initial setting (S001) is executed only once after the power is turned on, and is not executed thereafter. Further, in the present embodiment, a privilege giving counter, which will be described later, is set to "100" in the initial setting (S001).

After the initial setting (S001), interrupts are prohibited (S002), and the normal design/special design main random number update process (S003) is executed. In this normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S003), various random number counter values shown in FIG. 6 are updated by adding one. When each random number counter value reaches the upper limit, it returns to "0" and is added again. The period initial value of each random number counter may be a value other than "0", or may be changed randomly. Also, each random number may be a so-called hardware random number generated using a known random number generation circuit such as a counter IC.

When the normal design/special design main random number update process (S003) ends, the interrupt is permitted (S004). While interrupts are enabled, it is possible to execute main-side timer interrupt processing (S005). The main-side timer interrupt processing (S005) is executed based on an interrupt pulse that is repeatedly input to the CPU 82, for example, at a 4 msec cycle. That is, it is executed, for example, at a 4 msec cycle. And, after the main side timer interrupt processing (S005) is completed, before the next main side timer interrupt processing (S005) is started, various counters by normal design / special design main random number update processing (S003) Value update processing is repeatedly executed. If an interrupt pulse is input to the CPU 82 in the interrupt disabled state, the main timer interrupt processing (S005) will not start immediately, but will start after the interrupt is enabled (S004).

[Main Side Timer Interrupt Processing] Next, the main side timer interrupt processing (S005) will be described. As shown in FIG. 17, in the main side timer interrupt process (S005), first, the output process (S101) is executed. In the output process (S101), commands set in the output buffer provided in the RAM 84 of the main control board 80 in each process described below are output to the sub control board 90, the payout control board 110, and the like.

In the input process (S102) that follows the output process (S101), various sensors (first starting sensor 20a, second starting sensor 21a, first big winning sensor) mainly attached to the pachinko game machine 1 30a, the second big winning slot sensor 35a, the normal winning slot sensor 27a, etc. (see FIG. 4)) is read and stored in the output buffer of the RAM 84 as winning ball information. A detection signal from the lower tray full switch for detecting the fullness of the lower tray 62 is also taken in and stored in the output buffer of the RAM 84 as lower tray full data. Note that the number of prize balls corresponding to the winning of each prize opening is set to a predetermined value, such as one ball for the second start opening 21 and two balls for the normal prize opening 27. . As a result, when one game ball enters the second starting port 21, one prize ball is paid out. Also, when one game ball enters the normal winning hole 27, two prize balls are paid out. However, it is possible to appropriately change how many balls are set as the number of prize balls corresponding to the winning in each prize opening. In addition, the game control microcomputer 81 includes the data of the prize balls (two balls) corresponding to the winning to the normal winning hole 27 in accordance with the winning to the normal winning hole 27 provided in the right game area 3B. A number command is set in the RAM 84 output buffer.

The normal design/special design main random number update process (S103) performed next is the same as the normal design/special design main random number update process (S003) performed in the main control main process of FIG. That is, the updating process of various random number counter values (including the normal symbol random number counter value) shown in FIG. ) until the start of the next main-side timer interrupt process (S005)).

Normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S103) followed by sensor detection process (S104), normal operation process (S105), special operation process (S106), distribution member control process (S107), and specific area A sensor detection process (S108) is executed. After that, other processing (S109) is executed, and the main side timer interrupt processing (S005) ends. As other processing (S109), the first special figure reservation display 43a is controlled to display the number based on the number of special figure 1 reservation balls, which will be described later. Then, the processing of steps S002 to S004 of the main control main processing is repeatedly executed until the next interrupt pulse is input to the CPU 82 (see FIG. 16). A side timer interrupt process (S005) is executed. In the output processing (S101) of the main-side timer interrupt processing (S005) executed again, the commands set in the output buffer of the RAM 84 in the previous main-side timer interrupt processing (S005) are output.

[Sensor Detection Processing] As shown in FIG. 18, in the sensor detection processing (S104), first, it is determined whether or not the game ball has passed through the gate 28, that is, whether or not the game ball has been detected by the gate sensor 28a. S201). If the game ball has passed through the gate 28 (YES in S201), gate passage processing (S202), which will be described later, is performed. On the other hand, if the game ball has not passed through the gate 28 (NO in S201), the process passes through the gate passing process (S202) and proceeds to step S203.

In step S203, it is determined whether or not a game ball has entered the second start hole 21, that is, whether or not a game ball has been detected by the second start hole sensor 21a (S203). If the game ball has not won the second start port 21 (NO in S203), the process proceeds to step S209, but if the game ball has won the second start port 21 (YES in S203), the special figure 2 It is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls (the number of second special figure reservations, specifically the numerical value of the counter that counts the number of second special figure reservations provided in the RAM 84) has reached "4" (S204). Then, if the number of special 2 reserved balls has reached "4" (YES in S204), the process is finished, but if the number of special 2 reserved balls is less than "4" (NO in S204 ), and add "1" to the number of special figure 2 reserved balls (S205).

Then special figure 2 relation random number acquisition processing (S206) it does. In the special figure 2 random number acquisition process (S206), the jackpot random number counter value (label-TRND-A), the symbol type random number counter value (label-TRND-AS), the reach random number counter value (label-TRND-RC) and fluctuation Acquire the pattern random number counter value (label-TRND-T1) (that is, acquire the random value group shown in FIG. 6 (A)), and store the acquired random values in the second special figure reservation storage unit 85b (FIG. 4). It is stored in the storage area of the second special figure reservation storage unit 85b according to the current number of special figure 2 reservation balls.

Subsequently, a second starting winning command specifying process (S207) is performed. In the second starting winning command specifying process (S207), the second starting winning command (an example of winning information) is specified using the starting winning command specifying table shown in FIG. 14 based on the random value group stored in step S206. Specifically, for example, if the jackpot random number is "65248" and the symbol type random number is "199", the second starting point is referred to in the starting winning command specific table of FIG. A command "E2H03H" is specified as a winning command. A command consists of 2-byte information (1-byte upper command (eg, E2H) and 1-byte lower command (eg, 03H)). In the starting prize winning command of this embodiment, the value of the upper digit of the hexadecimal two-digit upper command is information specifying the type of the command (that it is the starting prize winning command). Also, the value of the lower digit in the higher order command is starting point information that designates the type of starting point (whether the first starting point 20 wins or the second starting point 21 wins). Also, the low-order command of two digits in hexadecimal is lottery result information. It should be noted that the rules regarding such a starting prize winning command are only examples, and can be arbitrarily changed.

Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 81 sets the second starting winning command specified in step S207 to the output buffer of the RAM 84 (S208). In addition, the game control microcomputer 81 includes the data of the prize ball (one ball) corresponding to the winning to the second starting port 21 with the winning to the second starting port 21 in the sensor detection process (S104). A number-of-balls command is set in the output buffer of RAM84.

Subsequently, in the sensor detection process (S104), it is determined whether or not the game ball has entered the first start hole 20, that is, whether or not the game ball has been detected by the first start hole sensor 20a (S209). When the game ball has not won the first start port 20 (NO in S209), the process is finished, but when the game ball has won the first start port 20 (YES in S209), the special figure 1 is reserved. It is determined whether or not the number of balls (the number of first special figure reservations, specifically the numerical value of the counter that counts the number of first special figure reservations provided in the RAM 84) has reached "4" (S210). Then, if the number of special-figure 1 reserved balls has reached "4" (YES in S210), the process ends, but if the number of special-figure 1 reserved balls is less than "4" (NO in S210 ), and add "1" to the number of special-figure 1 reserved balls (S211).

Then special figure 1 relation random number acquisition processing (S212) it does. In the special figure 1 related random number acquisition process (S212), like the special figure 2 related random number acquisition process (S206), the jackpot random number counter value (label-TRND-A), the symbol type random number counter value (label-TRND-AS) , Obtain the reach random number counter value (label-TRND-RC) and the fluctuation pattern random number counter value (label-TRND-T1) (that is, obtain the random value group shown in FIG. 6 (A)), and obtain the obtained random value Stored in the storage area of the first special figure reservation storage unit 85a corresponding to the current number of special figure 1 reservation balls among the first special figure reservation storage unit 85a (FIG. 4).

Subsequently, the first start winning command specifying process (S213) is performed. In the first starting winning command identification process (S213), the first starting winning command (an example of winning information) is identified using the starting winning command identification table shown in FIG. 14 based on the random value group stored in step S212. Specifically, if the jackpot random number is "65535" and the symbol type random number is "199", the first start winning command is referenced by referring to the first start opening in the starting winning command specific table of FIG. to specify the command "E1H01H". Lottery result information is included in the identified first start winning command.

Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 81 sets the first start winning command specified in step S213 to the output buffer of the RAM 84 (S214), and finishes the process. In addition, in this embodiment, when the first starting winning command indicating a special loss is output to the sub-control board 90, the game control microcomputer 81 suggests shifting to a time-saving state as a look-ahead effect. An effect (for example, an effect of displaying a predetermined image on the display screen 7a suggesting transition to the time saving state) is executed.

[Gate Passing Process] As shown in FIG. 19, in the gate passing process (S202), first, it is determined whether or not the game is waiting for normal symbol fluctuation (S221). Normal symbol variation standby is a state in which the normal symbol variation display is not being executed nor the auxiliary game is being executed. If it is not in normal design fluctuation standby (NO in S221), this process is finished immediately, but if it is in normal design fluctuation standby (YES in S221), normal design random number acquisition processing (S222) is performed. In the normal symbol random number acquisition process (S222), the normal symbol random number counter value (label-TRND-H value, FIG. 6B) is acquired, and the acquired random number value is stored in a predetermined storage area of the RAM84.

[Normal Operation Process] After the sensor detection process (S104), the game control microcomputer 81 performs the normal operation process (S105) shown in FIG. In the normal operation process (S105), first, it is determined whether or not the power tube 22 is in operation (S301). If the electric chew is not in operation (NO in S301), then it is determined whether or not normal symbols are being stopped (from the start to the end of the normal symbol stop time) (S302). If the normal symbols are not being stopped and displayed (NO in S302), then it is determined whether or not the normal symbols are being displayed in a variable manner (S303). If it is not during the variable display of normal symbols (NO in S303), then it is determined whether or not there is a memory of the normal symbol random numbers before the hit determination acquired in step S222 (S304). If there is no normal pattern random number stored (NO in S304), this process ends.

In step S304, if the normal symbol random number is stored (YES in S304), hit determination processing (S305) is performed. In the hit determination process (S305), if it is a non-time-saving state, it is determined whether or not it hits based on the normal symbol hit determination table for the non-time-saving state (see the non-time-saving state column of the table shown in FIG. 11 (A)) If it is in the time saving state, it is determined whether or not it is a hit based on the normal symbol winning determination table for the time saving state (see the column of the time saving state in the table shown in FIG. 11A). Then, a pattern determination process is performed to set normal pattern stop pattern data according to the result of the hit determination process in a predetermined storage area of the RAM 84 (S306). That is, in the symbol determination process (S306), if it is "losing", data corresponding to "normal losing symbol" is set, and if "winning", data corresponding to "normal winning symbol" is set.

Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 81 performs normal symbol variation time determination processing (S307). In normal design fluctuation time determination processing (S307), referring to the normal design fluctuation pattern selection table shown in FIG. Choose a variation pattern. On the other hand, if the game state is a time-saving state, a normal design variation pattern in which the normal design variation time is 2 seconds is selected.

After that, the game control microcomputer 81 starts variable display of normal symbols in the normal symbol variation pattern selected in step S307 (S310). Along with this, in order to inform the sub-control board 90 of the start of normal symbol variation, a normal symbol variation start command is set.

If it is during the fluctuation display of the normal design in the above step S303 (YES in S303), then it is determined whether or not the fluctuation time of the normal design has passed (S311), and if it has not passed, the process is finished. On the other hand, if it has passed (YES in S311), the variable display of normal symbols is stopped with the display result (normal winning symbol or normal losing symbol) according to the determination result of the normal symbol random number (S312). Then, a normal symbol variation stop command for informing the sub-control board 90 of normal symbol variation stop is set (S313), and a normal symbol stop time (500 ms in this embodiment, see FIG. 11(B)) is set. (S314) to finish this process.

In addition, if the stop display of the normal design in the above-described step S302 (YES in S302), subsequently, it is determined whether or not the stop time of the normal design set in step S314 has passed (S315), and has passed. If not, terminate the process. On the other hand, if it has passed (YES in S315), it is determined whether or not the normal pattern stop pattern data of the normal winning pattern is set (S316), and if it is not the data of the normal winning pattern (that is, if it is not a hit (NO in S316)), and this process ends. On the other hand, if it is normal winning pattern data (that is, if it is winning (YES in S316)), the opening pattern of the electric chew 22 is set (S317). Specifically, if it is in the non-time-saving state, the open pattern for the non-time-saving state (see electric-tube open TBL1 in FIG. 11(C)) is set as the open pattern of the electric chew 22 . On the other hand, if it is in the time saving state, the opening pattern for the time saving state (see electric chew opening TBL2 in FIG. 11(C)) is set as the opening pattern of the electric chew 22 . Then, according to the opening pattern set in step S317, the electric tube 22 is operated (S318).

Also, if the electric tube 22 is in operation in the above step S301 (YES in S301), then it is determined whether or not the operation time of the electric tube 22 has elapsed (S319). Finish processing. On the other hand, if it has passed (YES in S319), the operation of the electric chew 22 is ended (S320).

[Special Action Processing] After the normal action processing (S105), the game control microcomputer 81 performs special action processing (S106) shown in FIG. In the special operation process (S106), the processing relating to the special symbol display device 41 and the big winning device (the first big winning device 31 and the second big winning device 36) is divided into five stages, and "special operation status 1, 2, 3, 4, 5” are assigned. Then, if the "special action status" is "1" (YES in S901), a special symbol standby process (S902) is performed, and if the "special action status" is "2" (NO in S901) , YES in S903), special symbol fluctuation process (S904) is performed, and if the "special action status" is "3" (NO in both S901 and S903, YES in S905), special symbol determination process (S906 ) is performed, and if the "special action status" is "4" (NO in S901, S903, S905, YES in S907), special electric accessary processing 1 (S908) is performed as a jackpot game, and " If the special action status is "5" (S901, S903, S905, S907 are all NO), a special electric accessory process 2 (S909) is performed as a small winning game. Note that the special operation status is "1" by default.

[Special Symbol Standby Processing] As shown in FIG. 22, in the special symbol standby processing (S902), first, whether or not the number of reserved balls in the second starting port 21 (that is, the number of special figure 2 reserved balls) is "0". is determined (S1001). Then, if the number of special figures 2 reserved balls is "0" (YES in S1001), that is, if there is no storage of the random number counter value group acquired due to the winning of the second start port 21, the second It is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls (that is, the number of special-figure 1 reserved balls) of the 1 start port 20 is "0" (S1007). And if the number of special figure 1 reserved balls is also "0" (YES in S1007), that is, if there is no memory of the random number counter value group acquired due to the winning of the first start port 20, already It is determined whether or not the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 is a standby screen (a demo screen for waiting for customers) (S1013). NO), the standby screen setting process (S1014) is performed. In the standby screen setting process (S1014), after a predetermined standby time has elapsed, a customer waiting standby command for displaying the standby screen is set.

In step S1001, if the number of special figure 2 reserved balls is not "0" (NO in S1001), that is, the storage of the random number counter value group acquired due to the winning of the second start port 21 (special figure 2 reservation information ), if there is one or more, special figure 2 jackpot determination processing (S1002) and special figure 2 variation pattern selection processing (S1003) to be described later are performed. After that, the game control microcomputer 81 decrements the number of special figure 2 reserved balls by 1 (S1004). Then, the storage location (storage area) of various counter values in the second special figure reservation storage unit 85b is shifted by one to the side to be read from the current position, and the fourth reservation in the second special figure reservation storage unit 85b (S1005). In this way, the second special figure reservation is digested in the order in which it was reserved. Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 81 executes special figure 2 fluctuation start processing (S1006). In the special figure 2 fluctuation start process (S1006), while setting the special operation status to "2", the fluctuation start command is set in the output buffer of the RAM84, and the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is started. In addition, the variation start command (also called the special figure 2 variation start command) set in the special figure 2 variation start process (S1006) includes the special figure stop design data set in the special figure 2 jackpot determination process (S1002). Information and information of the variation pattern set in the special figure 2 variation pattern selection process (S1003) (information including information on variation time) is included.

Also, if the number of special 2 reserved balls is "0" but the number of special 1 reserved balls is not "0" (YES in S1001 and NO in S1007), that is, due to winning the second start port 21 Although there is no memory of the random number counter value group acquired by the first start port 20, if there is one or more memories of the random number counter value group acquired due to the winning of the first start port 20 (reservation information of special figure 1), Toku-zu 1 jackpot determination processing (S1008) and Toku-zu 1 variation pattern selection processing (S1009) to be described later are performed. After that, the game control microcomputer 81 decrements the number of special figure 1 reserved balls by 1 (S1010). Then, the storage location (storage area) of various counter values in the first special figure reservation storage unit 85a is shifted by one to the side to be read from the current position, and the fourth reservation in the first special figure reservation storage unit 85a (S1011). In this way, the first special figure reservation is digested in the order in which it was reserved. Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 81 executes special figure 1 fluctuation start processing (S1012). In the special figure 1 fluctuation start process (S1012), while setting the special operation status to "2", the fluctuation start command is set in the output buffer of the RAM84, and the fluctuation display of the first special symbol is started. In addition, the variation start command (also called the special figure 1 variation start command) set in the special figure 1 variation start process (S1012) includes the special figure stop pattern data set in the special figure 1 jackpot determination process (S1008). Information and information of the variation pattern set in the special figure 1 variation pattern selection process (S1009) (information including information on variation time) is included.

As described above, in this embodiment, the variable display of the special symbol based on the first special figure reservation is performed only when there is no acquired special figure 2 relation random number (in the case of YES in S1001). That is, the special figure 2 lottery is executed with priority over the special figure 1 lottery.

[Special figure 2 jackpot determination process (special figure 1 jackpot determination process)] Special figure 2 jackpot determination process (S1002) and special figure 1 jackpot determination process (S1008) have the same processing flow, so based on FIG. will be explained together. As shown in FIG. 23, in the special figure 2 jackpot determination process (S1002) or the special figure 1 jackpot determination process (S1008), first, as the determination value, the jackpot random number counter value (label-TRND-A value) is read (S1101 ). Specifically, in the special figure 2 jackpot determination process (S1002), the jackpot random number stored in the second special figure reservation storage unit 85b of the RAM 84 (more specifically, the storage area corresponding to the first second special figure reservation) Read the counter value. Also, in the special figure 1 jackpot determination process (S1008), the jackpot random number counter value stored in the first special figure reservation storage unit 85a of the RAM 84 (more specifically, the storage area corresponding to the first one of the first special figure reservation) read out.

Next, a big hit determination table (FIG. 7A) is set (S1102), and it is determined whether or not it is a big hit based on the set big hit determination table (S1103). If the result of the jackpot determination (S1103) is "jackpot", the jackpot flag is turned ON (S1104), and the symbol type random number counter value (label-TRND-AS value) is read and shown in FIG. 7(B). The jackpot symbol type (jackpot type) is determined based on the jackpot symbol type determination table (S1105). After judging the jackpot pattern type (S1105), the special pattern stop pattern data corresponding to the jackpot pattern type (see FIG. 7(B)) is set in the special pattern buffer provided in the RAM 84 (S1106) and the process is finished. .

On the other hand, if the result of big hit determination (S1103) is not "big hit", it is determined whether or not it is a small hit (S1107). If the result of the small hit determination (S1107) is "small hit", the small hit flag is turned ON (S1108), the symbol type random number counter value (label-TRND-AS value) is read, and FIG. ) determines the small hit design type (type of small hit) based on the small hit design type determination table shown in (S1109). After judging the small winning design type (S1109), the special figure stop design data (see FIG. 7 (C)) corresponding to the small winning design classification is set in the special figure classification buffer provided in the RAM 84 (S1110) and processed. finish. In addition, a random number for determining whether or not it is a small hit may be provided separately from the big hit random number.

Also, if it is not a big hit (NO at S1103) or a small hit (NO at S1107), it is "losing", so the symbol type random number counter value (label-TRND-AS value) is read and shown in FIG. (S1111). After determining the type of lost pattern (S1111), it is determined whether or not the type of the lost pattern is a special loss (time saving loss) (S1112). If it is a losing symbol B or a losing symbol D that is a special losing (YES in S1112), after performing the processing of step S1113, the special symbol stop symbol data (see FIG. 7 (D)) corresponding to the losing symbol type is stored in the RAM 84 Set in the special figure type buffer provided in (S1114) processing ends.

In step S1113, along with acquiring the number of times of working hours corresponding to the game state and the type of losing design based on the losing pattern type determination table (FIG. 9), the acquired number of times of working hours is stored in a predetermined number of times of working hours storage area provided in RAM84. set. Specifically, when it is a non-time saving state and the type of the losing pattern is a losing pattern D, the losing pattern type determination table for the non-time saving state (Fig. 9 (A)) is referred to, and the time saving number of times "6 ” is set in the RAM 84. In addition, when it is in the time saving state and the type of the losing pattern is the losing pattern D, the losing pattern type determination table for the time saving state (FIG. 9B) is referred to, and the time saving number of times "100" is set in the RAM 84. do.

[Special figure 2 variation pattern selection process (Special figure 1 variation pattern selection process)] Special figure 2 variation pattern selection process (S1003) and Special figure 1 variation pattern selection process (S1009) have the same process flow A collective description will be given with reference to FIG. 24 . As shown in FIG. 24, in the special figure 2 variation pattern selection process (S1003) or special figure 1 variation pattern selection process (S1009), first, whether or not the gaming state is a non-time saving state (whether the time saving flag is OFF) Determine (S1301).

If it is in the time saving state (YES in S1301), then it is determined whether or not the jackpot flag is ON (S1302). If it is ON (YES in S1302), referring to the table for the jackpot in the time saving state (the part corresponding to the jackpot in the table shown in FIG. 13), the fluctuation pattern random number counter value (label-TRND-T1 value) To select the Toku-zu variation pattern based on (S1303). As shown in FIG. 13, when the special figure variation pattern is determined, the variation time is also determined.

In the case of a big hit or a small hit, the special figure fluctuation pattern is associated with a fluctuation production, and when the special figure fluctuation pattern is determined, the fluctuation production according to the special figure fluctuation pattern is executed. be. Specifically, for example, SP reach is executed in the variation performance based on the special figure variation pattern P1, and battle reach is performed in the variation performance based on the special figure variation pattern P31 (remarks column of the table shown in FIGS. 12 and 13 reference). Here, SP reach (super reach) is a reach with a longer fluctuation time after reaching than normal reach, and the table is distributed so that the probability of winning (high possibility of winning a jackpot) is higher than normal reach rate is set. In this form, super reach is performed progressively through normal reach.

Also, in step S1302, if the big hit flag is not ON (NO in S1302), it is determined whether or not the small hit flag is ON (S1304). If it is ON (YES in S1304), referring to the table for the time saving state medium and small hit (the part corresponding to the small hit in the table shown in FIG. 13), the special figure fluctuation pattern based on the fluctuation pattern random number counter value Select (S1305).

Also, in step S1304, if the small hit flag is not ON (NO in S1304), it is determined whether or not the type of the losing symbol is one of the losing symbols B, C, and D (S1306). If it is one of "losing pattern B", "losing pattern C", and "losing pattern D" (YES in S1306), each of the tables for losing patterns B, C, and D during the time saving state (the table shown in FIG. 13) The part corresponding to the special figure) is referred to, and the special figure variation pattern is selected (S1307).

In addition, in step S1306, if the type of the losing pattern is neither of the losing patterns B, C, or D (NO in S1306), it is "losing pattern A". value) is a reach establishment random number value (S1308). As shown in FIG. 7(E), the reach establishment random number is "0" to "11" in the time saving state, and "0" to "27" in the non-time saving state. That is, the time-saving state is less likely to reach the normal loss than the non-time-saving state. This is in order to speed up the digestion speed of the special figure reservation by making it possible to select more short reach no loss with short fluctuation time in the time saving state. If the reach random number counter value is a reach establishment random value (YES in S1308), that is, in the case of reach loss, a table for reach loss during time saving state (corresponds to reach loss in the table shown in FIG. 13 part) to select a special figure variation pattern based on the variation pattern random number counter value (S1309).

On the other hand, if the reach random number counter value is not a reach establishment random value (NO in S1308), that is, in the case of a loss without reach, a table for loss without reach during the time saving state (out of the tables shown in FIG. Applicable part) to select a special figure variation pattern based on the variation pattern random number counter value (S1310).

Special figure 1 fluctuation pattern selection process (S1009) at the time of no reach loss, the function of shortening fluctuation according to the number of held balls is working. That is, when the number of reserved balls in the special design is "3" or "4", the special pattern fluctuation pattern with a shorter fluctuation time than when the number of reserved balls in the special design is "0" to "2" is selected.

Also in step S1301, if it is determined that the gaming state is not a time saving state (NO in S1301), that is, if it is determined that it is a non-time saving state, according to the special figure variation pattern determination table for the time saving state shown in FIG. Select a special figure variation pattern (S1311).

In the selection of the special figure variation pattern in the non-time saving state, the processing is performed in the same flow as the time saving state except that the special figure variation pattern determination table to be referred to is a table (see FIG. 12) corresponding to each non-time saving state.

In addition, in the case of losing, based on the selected special figure fluctuation pattern, the fluctuation production pattern is determined by referring to each fluctuation production pattern determination table shown in FIG. The content of the presentation is decided. Selection of the variable effect pattern in the case of losing is performed by the effect control microcomputer 91 . This point will be described in detail later.

After performing the selection of the special figure variation pattern as described above, set the selected special figure variation pattern (S1312) and finish this process. The information of the special figure variation pattern set in step S1312 is included in the variation start command set in step S1006 or S1012 in the special symbol standby process (S902).

[Special symbol fluctuation process] As shown in FIG. 25, in the special symbol fluctuation process (S904), first, the special symbol fluctuation time (variation time determined according to the fluctuation pattern selected in step S1003 or S1009, FIG. 12 and FIG. 13) has elapsed (S1501). If it has not passed (NO in S1501), this process is terminated immediately. As a result, the variable display of the special symbols is continued.

On the other hand, if the fluctuation time has elapsed (YES in S1501), a fluctuation stop command is set (S1502), and the special action status is set to "3" (S1503). Subsequently, after performing the later-described gaming state management process (S1504), the variable display of the special symbols is set according to the special symbol stop symbol data (see FIGS. 7 (B) to (D)) ( After performing other processing such as stopping at a jackpot pattern, a small hit pattern, or a losing pattern (S1505), this process is finished.

[Game State Management Processing] As shown in FIG. 26, in the game state management processing (S1504), first, it is determined whether or not the time saving flag is ON (S1511). If it is ON, it is determined whether or not the special symbol to stop the variation is related to the special figure 2 (S1512). If it is not a special figure 2 stop, the process proceeds to step S1516, but if it is a special figure 2 stop, the value of the time saving counter is decremented by 1 (S1513), Whether the value of the time saving counter is "0" (S1514). The time saving counter is a counter that is set to a value corresponding to the number of time saving times of the time saving state to be started at the start of the time saving state, and is subtracted according to the variable display of the special figure 2 during the time saving state. If the value of the time saving counter is not "0", the process proceeds to step S1516, but if the value of the time saving counter is "0" (YES in S1514), turn off the time saving flag to end the time saving state (S1515) , the process proceeds to step S1516.

In step S1516, the game control microcomputer 81 decrements the value of the time reduction provision counter by one. The time reduction provision counter is a counter that is set to a value corresponding to the number of time reduction provision times (600 times) when a jackpot game is performed, and is subtracted in accordance with the variable display of special symbols. Next, it is determined whether or not the time saving flag is OFF (S1517). If the time saving flag is not OFF, the process proceeds to step S1522, but if the time saving flag is OFF, subsequently, it is determined whether or not the type of the losing pattern is a special loss (time saving loss) (S1518). If the type of the lost pattern is a special lost pattern B or a lost pattern D (YES in S1518), the time saving flag is turned ON (S1520). Thereby, determination (time saving determination) of whether to control to a time saving state is performed. That is, in the present embodiment, the time saving state is set in response to the stop display of the special loss (the losing patterns B and D) in the non-time saving state. In addition, a predetermined number of times of time saving corresponding to the special losing pattern is set in the time saving counter (S1521), and the process proceeds to step S1522. The time saving frequency set here is the time saving frequency stored in the time saving frequency storage area of the RAM 84 in step S1113 of the special figure 2 jackpot determination process (S1002) or the special figure 1 jackpot determination process (S1008). Therefore, the number of time saving times set in this process is not the game state (time saving state, non-time saving state) at the time the process is performed, but the special figure 2 jackpot determination process (S1002) or the special figure 1 jackpot determination process ( S1008) corresponds to the gaming state at the time when S1008) is performed. And, by executing steps S1520 and S1521, the game state is controlled to the time saving state. The time saving state is terminated by establishment of any end condition, that is, the special figure variation of a predetermined upper limit execution number (time saving number of times) is performed, or the next jackpot game is executed.

On the other hand, if the type of losing pattern is not a special losing pattern (NO in S1518), then it is determined whether or not the value of the time saving provision counter is "0" (S1519). If the value of the time saving grant counter is not "0" (NO in S1519), proceed to step S1522, but if the value of the time saving grant counter is "0" (YES in S1519), turn on the time saving flag ( S1520), set the number of times of reduced working hours according to the reduced working hours setting table for reaching the number of reduced working hours (FIG. 10) (S1521), and proceed to step S1522. That is, in the present embodiment, when the count value of the non-specific fluctuation frequency after the jackpot game reaches 600, the number of times of time saving is controlled to one time saving state.

As described above, in this embodiment, the time saving state may be controlled even when the game is lost. It should be noted that in the present embodiment, it is controlled to the time saving state according to the loss is limited to when it is a non-time saving state (when YES in step S1517).

In step S1522, the game control microcomputer 81 performs game state flag update processing. In the game state flag update process, the value of the game state flag is set to a value corresponding to the current game state. As shown in the table in FIG. 26, the value of the game state flag is set to "1" if it is a non-time saving state, and is set to "2" if it is a time saving state. Whether it is a non-time saving state or a time saving state can be determined based on ON and OFF of a time saving flag. That is, if the time saving flag is OFF, the value of the game state flag is set to "1" because it is in a non-time saving state. On the other hand, if the time saving flag is ON, the value of the game state flag is set to "2" because it is in the time saving state. In addition, in the game state flag update process (S1522), the game state designation command including the updated game state flag information (that is, the current game state information) is set in the output buffer of the RAM84. By outputting this command, the sub-control board 90 is notified of the current game state information. Then, the sub-control board 90 controls the effect mode according to the current game state.

In this form, in the gaming state management process (S1504), the control from the time saving state to the non-time saving state based on the number of special figure fluctuations reaching the upper limit of the number of time saving is performed. The control from the time saving state to the non-working time saving state based on the fact that the number of times of this special figure fluctuation has reached the upper limit of the number of times of working hours is made in the last special figure fluctuation in the time saving state. That is, in the final symbol variation in the time saving state, when the special symbol variation is completed and the special symbol is stopped, the state is shifted to the non-time saving state. Furthermore, in the game state management process (S1504), control to the time saving state based on the special loss is performed. The time saving state based on the special loss is set when the time saving flag is OFF, but is not set when the time saving flag is ON. In other words, when it is already in the time saving state, it is designed not to be controlled to the time saving state based on the special loss. However, in this form, before the time-saving determination to determine whether to control to the time-saving state based on the special loss, the number of times of special figure fluctuations has reached the upper limit of the number of time-savings. This is a configuration in which state control is performed. Therefore, in the last pattern variation among the pattern variations started in the time saving state, the game state is set to the non-time saving state (the time saving flag is OFF) before the time saving determination. Therefore, in the final symbol variation in the time saving state, the time saving determination is performed in the non-time saving state, so it may be controlled to the time saving state based on the special loss.

[Special Symbol Confirmation Process] As shown in FIG. 27, in the special symbol confirmation process (S906), first, it is determined whether or not the special symbol stop time (see FIGS. 12 and 13) has elapsed (S1601). If it has not passed (NO in S1601), this process is terminated immediately. On the other hand, if the stop time has passed (YES in S1601), then it is determined whether or not the jackpot flag is ON (S1603). If the jackpot flag is ON (YES in S1603), the special action status is set to "4" (S1604). Then, the game control microcomputer 81 determines whether or not the time saving flag is ON (S1605), and if it is not ON, it proceeds to step S1607, but if it is ON, it turns off the time saving flag (S1606) and proceeds to step S1607. . Thereby, it is controlled to a non-time-saving state (low base state) during execution of a jackpot game. It should be noted that the low base state in this embodiment is a low base state in the sense that there is no prize winning support due to the frequent opening of the electric tube 22, and does not consider the base increase based on the operation of the big prize winning device. do not have.

Thereafter, in order to start the jackpot game, a jackpot opening command (see FIG. 8) is set (S1607), and the opening of the jackpot game is started (S1608). Following step S1608, the game control microcomputer 81 sets an opening pattern (see FIG. 8 for details) according to the type of the winning jackpot symbol (S1609). At this time, the value of a large winning opening opening counter that counts the number of times the large winning opening is opened during the special game is set to a value corresponding to the type of the winning jackpot symbol. Note that the setting of the release pattern (the set of data corresponding to the release pattern) may be performed for each round.

On the other hand, if the big hit flag is not ON in step S1603 (NO in S1603), then it is determined whether or not the small hit flag is ON (S1611). If the small hit flag is ON (YES in S1611), the special operation status is set to "5" (S1612). Moreover, when the time saving flag is ON (YES in S1613), the time saving flag is turned OFF (S1614). After that, in order to start the small winning game, the small winning opening command (see FIG. 8) is set (S1615), and the opening of the small winning game is started (S1616).

Following step S1616, the game control microcomputer 81 sets an opening pattern (see FIG. 8 for details) according to the type of the winning small winning symbol (S1617). At this time, the value of the big winning opening open counter is set to a value corresponding to the type of the winning small winning symbol. After that, the game control microcomputer 81 turns ON the distribution member operation flag (S1618), and finishes this process. The distribution member operation flag is a flag indicating that it is a period for operating the distribution member 71 . That is, in this form, the operation of the distribution member 71 is started with the opening of the small winning game. In addition, the operation pattern of the distribution member will be described in detail later.

If the small hit flag is not ON in step S1611 (NO in S1611), neither the big hit game nor the small hit game is started, so the special operation status is set to "1" (S1619), and the process ends.

[Special Electric Accessory Process 1 (Jackpot Game)] The special electric accessary process 1 is a process for executing a jackpot game such as a type 1 jackpot game or a type 2 jackpot game. As shown in FIG. 28, in the special electric accessary product processing 1 (S908), first, it is determined whether or not the jackpot end flag is ON (S2001). The jackpot end flag is a flag indicating that the first big prize winning device 31 has been completely opened in the jackpot game in which the player wins.

If the jackpot end flag is not ON (NO in S2001), it is determined whether or not the first big winning port 30 is open (that is, whether or not the first big winning device 31 is open) (S2002). If it is not open (NO in S2002), whether it is time to open the first big prize winning opening 30, that is, at the time to start opening the first big winning opening 30 after the opening time of the jackpot has passed. It is determined whether or not the opening interval time has passed and the time to start the next opening has arrived (S2003).

If the determination result in step S2003 is NO, the process ends. On the other hand, if the determination result in step S2003 is YES, the first big winning hole 30 is opened according to the set opening pattern (S2004).

If the first big winning hole 30 is open in step S2002 (YES in S2002), the number of winning prizes to the first big winning hole 30 in the unit opening game reaches the specified maximum winning number (10 in this embodiment). It is determined whether or not it has reached (S2005). If the prescribed number of prizes has not been reached (NO in S2005), it is determined whether or not the time has come to close the first large prize winning port 30 (that is, the predetermined opening time after opening the first large prize winning port 30 (see FIG. 8). ) has elapsed) is determined (S2006). Then, if the opening time of the first big winning hole 30 has not passed (NO in S2006), this process ends.

On the other hand, if the specified winning number has been reached (YES in S2005) or if the opening time of the first big winning port 30 has passed (YES in S2006), one of the two opening end conditions is satisfied. If it is satisfied, the first big prize winning opening 30 is closed (blocked) (S2007). Then, the value of the large winning opening open counter is decremented by 1 (S2008), and it is determined whether or not the value of the large winning opening open counter is "0" (S2009). If not "0" (NO in S2009), the process ends as it is to start the next release.

On the other hand, if it is "0" (YES in S2009), the jackpot ending command (see FIG. 8) is set to end the jackpot game (S2010), and the jackpot ending is started (S2011). Then, the jackpot end flag is set and the process ends (S2012).

Also, if the jackpot end flag is ON in step S2001 (YES in S2001), it is determined whether or not the jackpot ending time has elapsed since the opening of the first jackpot winning port 30 in the jackpot game has all been completed. (S2013), and if the ending time has not passed (NO in S2013), the process ends. On the other hand, if the ending time has passed (YES in S2013), the jackpot end flag is turned OFF (S2014), and the jackpot flag is turned OFF (S2015). Then, the special action status is set to "1" (S2016), the value corresponding to the number of times of time reduction grant counter (600 times) is set, and the game state setting process (S2018) described later is performed. Finish processing. That is, in the present embodiment, the count value of the non-specific fluctuation frequency counted by the time saving provision counter is reset according to the execution of the jackpot game.

[Game state setting process] As shown in FIG. 29, in the game state setting process (S2018), first, the winning pattern (big winning pattern or small winning pattern) that triggered the execution of this big winning game is controlled to the time saving state. It is determined whether or not it is a trigger pattern (see FIG. 8) (S2101). If the determination result is NO, the process proceeds to step S2104, but if the determination result is YES, the time saving flag is turned ON (S2102), and the time saving number of times according to the type of winning pattern (see FIG. 8) is set to the time saving counter. set (S2103) and proceed to step S2105. By executing steps S2102 and S2103, the game state after the big hit game this time becomes a time saving state (high base state). The time saving state is terminated by establishment of any end condition, that is, the special figure variation of a predetermined upper limit execution number (time saving number of times) is performed, or the next jackpot game is executed. In this process, the time saving state is set by executing steps S2102 and S2103.

In step S2105, the game control microcomputer 81 performs a game state flag update process. In the game state flag update process (S2105), the value of the game state flag is set to a value corresponding to the current game state. Specifically, in this game state flag update process (S2105), if the time saving flag is OFF, it is a non-time saving state, so the value of the game state flag is set to "1", and if the time saving flag is ON Since it is a time saving state, the value of the game state flag is set to "2" (refer to the table in FIG. 26). In addition, in the game state flag update process (S2105), the game state designation command including the updated game state flag information (that is, the current game state information) is set in the output buffer of the RAM84. By outputting this command, the sub-control board 90 is notified of the current game state information. Then, the sub-control board 90 controls the effect mode according to the current game state.

[Special Electric Accessory Process 2 (Small Win Game)] The special electric accessary process 2 is a process for executing a small win game that opens the second big winning device 36 having the specific area 39 . As shown in FIGS. 30 and 31, in the special electric auditors processing 2 (S909), first, it is determined whether or not the small hit end flag is ON (S2301). The small winning end flag is a flag indicating that the opening of the second big winning device 36 has ended in the small winning game.

If the small hit end flag is not ON (NO in S2301), it is determined whether or not the second big winning port 35 is open (that is, whether or not the second big winning device 36 is open) (S2302). If it is not open (NO in S2302), whether or not the time to open the second big winning hole 35 has come, that is, the time of the predetermined interval before opening (opening of the small win) has passed and the second big winning hole It is determined whether or not it is time to start opening 35 (S2303).

If the determination result in step S2303 is NO, the process ends. On the other hand, if the determination result in step S2303 is YES, the second big winning hole 35 is opened according to the opening pattern (see FIG. 8) corresponding to the type of the winning small winning symbol (S2304).

In step S2302, if the second large prize winning port 35 is open (YES in S2302), whether or not the number of prizes into the second large prize winning port 35 has reached the prescribed maximum number of prizes (10 in this embodiment) is determined (S2305). If the number of winning prizes has not reached the prescribed number (NO in S2305), it is determined whether or not the time has come to close the second large prize winning port 35 (that is, the predetermined opening time after opening the second large prize winning port 35 (see FIG. 8). As shown, it is determined whether or not 1.6 seconds have elapsed in this embodiment (S2306). Then, if the opening time of the second big winning hole 35 has not passed (NO in S2306), this processing is finished.

On the other hand, if the specified winning number has been reached (YES in S2305) or if the opening time of the second big winning port 35 has passed (YES in S2306), one of the two opening end conditions is met. If it is satisfied, the second big winning opening 35 is closed (blocked) (S2307). Then, the value of the big winning opening open counter is decremented by 1 (S2308), the small winning end flag is set (S2309), and this processing is finished.

Also, if the small hit end flag is ON in step S2301 (YES in S2301), as shown in FIG. It is determined whether or not it has passed (S2310), and if the post-closure interval time has not passed (NO in S2310), the process ends. In addition, the time of the interval after closing the small winning game will be described later. On the other hand, if the time of the interval after closing has passed (YES in S2310), the small hit end flag is turned OFF (S2311), the small hit flag is turned OFF (S2312), and the process proceeds to step S2313.

In step S2313, it is determined whether or not the V flag is ON. The V flag is a flag indicating that the game ball has passed through the specific area 39 during execution of the small winning game, and is a flag that is turned ON in step S2603 (see FIG. 33) to be described later. If this V flag is not ON (NO in S2313), the two-type jackpot game is not executed, so the value of the big winning opening counter is cleared to "0" (S2314), and the special action status is set to "1". Set (S2315) to end the process.

On the other hand, if the V flag is ON (YES in S2313), the game control microcomputer 81 turns OFF the V flag (S2317) and turns ON the jackpot flag (S2318) in order to execute a two-type jackpot game. , the special operation status is set to "4" (S2319). Subsequently, if the time saving flag is ON (YES in S2320), the time saving flag is turned OFF (S2321). Then, the jackpot opening command (see FIG. 8) is set (S2322), and the jackpot opening is started (S2323). As a result, the small winning game in which the second big winning opening 35 is opened for a short period of time is shifted to the second big winning game.

[Distribution Member Control Process] The game control microcomputer 81 performs a distribution member control process (S107) following the special action process (S106) (see FIG. 17). In the distribution member control process (S107), as shown in FIG. 32, first, it is determined whether or not the distribution member operation flag is ON (S2501). If the distribution member operation flag is not ON, this process is finished. On the other hand, if the distribution member operation flag is ON, since the opening of the small winning game has started (see FIG. 27), the distribution member operation processing ( S2502) is performed, and V effective period setting processing (S2503) is performed.

In the distribution member operation processing (S2502), a timer for measuring the operation time of the distribution member 71 is set, and based on the time measurement using the timer, the distribution member is activated when the distribution member 71 is opened. The solenoid 73 is turned on, and when the closing timing of the distribution member 71 comes, the distribution member solenoid 73 is turned off. As a result, the distribution member 71 moves in a constant motion from the start of the opening of the small winning game.

[Specific area sensor detection process] After the distribution member control process (S107), the game control microcomputer 81 performs a specific area sensor detection process (S108) (see Fig. 17). In the specific area sensor detection process (S108), as shown in FIG. 33, first, it is determined whether or not a gaming ball has been detected by the specific area sensor 39a (S2601). If there is no detection (NO at S2601), the process ends. If there is detection (YES at S2601), it is determined whether or not it is within the V valid period (S2602). The V valid period is a period set in the V valid period setting process (S2503) in the above-described distribution member control process (FIG. 32).

If it is determined in step S2602 that the V valid period is in effect (YES in S2602), the V flag is turned ON (S2603), the V passage command is set (S2604), and the process ends. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S2602 that the V valid period is not in effect (NO in S2602), the specific area sensor detection process ends without performing the processes in steps S2603 and S2604. The V-passage command is a command for causing the sub-control board 90 to notify of V-passage (passage of the specific region 39).

7. Operation of Production Control Microcomputer 91 Next, the operation of the production control microcomputer 91 will be described with reference to FIGS. 34 to 45. FIG. Note that a counter, a timer, a flag, a buffer, etc. appearing in the description of the operation of the effect control microcomputer 91 are provided in the RAM 94 .

[Sub-control main processing] When the power of the pachinko game machine 1 is turned on, the effect control microcomputer 91 reads out the sub-control main processing program shown in FIG. 34 from the ROM 93 and executes it. As shown in the figure, in the sub-control main process, first, power-on processing is performed in response to power-on (S4001). In the power-on processing, for example, settings of the CPU 92, SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for managing interrupt time), etc. are performed.

Next, interrupts are prohibited (S4002), and random number update processing is executed (S4003). In the random number update process (S4003), the values of various effect determination random number counters for determining various effects are updated. As an example of a method for updating the effect determination random number counter for various effects, the same method as the random number update process performed by the main control board 80 can be used. Instead of adding 1 to the random value at the time of updating, it is also possible to add 2 at a time. This also applies to the random number update process performed by the main control board 80 described above.

When the random number update process ends, the command transmission process is executed (S4004). In command transmission processing (S4004), various commands stored in the output buffer in the RAM 94 of the sub-control board 90 are transmitted to the image control board 100. FIG. The image control board 100 that has received the command displays an image on the display screen 7a (display section) according to the received command (performs various effects based on the image). In addition to the various effects performed by the image control board 100, the sub-control board 90 outputs sound from the speaker 67 via the sound control board 106 (executes various sound effects using sound), and controls the lamp. The board lamp 5 and the frame lamp 66 are caused to emit light via the substrate 107 (executing various light emission effects by light emission), and the board movable body 15 is operated (executing various movable body effects by movement). do. In this way, various productions (variation production, suspension production, movable body production, operation production, pre-reading production, other advance notice production, opening production accompanying special game, open game production, ending production, customer waiting production, production mode control, etc.) is realized.

The effect control microcomputer 91 subsequently permits an interrupt (S4005). After that, steps S4002 to S4005 are looped. While interrupts are enabled, reception interrupt processing (S4010), 1 ms timer interrupt processing (S4011), and 10 ms timer interrupt processing (S4012) can be executed.

The reception interrupt process (S4010) is executed each time various commands sent from the main control board 80 are input to the effect control microcomputer 91. In the reception interrupt process (S4010), the effect control microcomputer 91 stores various commands transmitted and received by the output process (S101) of the main control board 80 in the reception buffer of the RAM94. This reception interrupt process is executed with priority over other interrupt processes (S4011, S4012).

[1 ms Timer Interrupt Processing] The 1 ms timer interrupt processing (S4011) is executed each time an interrupt pulse with a period of 1 ms is input to the sub-control board 90. FIG. In the 1 ms timer interrupt processing (S4011), as shown in FIG. 35, input processing (S4101), light emission data output processing (S4102), movable object control processing (S4103), and watchdog timer processing (S4104) are sequentially performed.

In the input process, an operation of an operation unit such as the effect button detection switch 63a or the select button detection switch 64a that the player can operate is detected, and a command is set or data for effect is created according to the detection result. In the light emission data output process, the lamps such as the frame lamp 66 and the board lamp 5 are caused to emit light at the timing suitable for the image effect, etc., based on the effect data created in the input process, the effect data creation process, etc., which will be described later. Therefore, the light emission data (lamp data) is output to the lamp control board 107 . That is, the effect control microcomputer 91 causes the frame lamp 66, the board lamp 5, and the like to emit light in a predetermined light emission mode according to the light emission data. In the movable body control process, based on the performance data created in the input process, the performance data creation process, etc., which will be described later, the movable bodies such as the board movable body 15 are driven at a predetermined timing to perform a movable body performance. Output data. That is, the effect control microcomputer 91 performs the movable body effect by operating the board movable body 15 and the like in a predetermined operation mode according to the drive data. The watchdog timer process resets the watchdog timer.

[10 ms Timer Interrupt Processing] The 10 ms timer interrupt processing (S4012) is executed each time an interrupt pulse with a period of 10 msec is input to the sub-control board 90. FIG. In the 10 ms timer interrupt processing (S4012), as shown in FIG. 36, after performing received command analysis processing (S4201), which will be described later, production timer update processing (S4202), voice control processing (S4203), production data creation processing (S4204) is performed sequentially.

In the production timer update process, a timer for measuring the time for each production is updated. For example, in the effect timer update process, the start timing and end timing of the operation valid period of the operation unit such as the effect button 63 and the select button 64 are measured. In the audio control process, audio data (data for controlling audio output from the speaker 67) is created and output to the audio control board 106 based on the processing results of the input process and received command analysis process. In the effect data creation process, the effect data is created based on the processing result of the received command analysis process.

[Received Command Analysis Processing] In the received command analysis processing (S4201), first, as shown in FIG. Winning command) is received (S4401), and if received, start winning processing (S4402) to be described later is performed. Subsequently, an icon change suggestion effect (S4403), which will be described later, is performed.

Subsequently, the effect control microcomputer 91 determines whether or not a variation start command is received from the main control board 80 (S4404), and if received, performs a variation effect start process (S4405) which will be described later.

Subsequently, the production control microcomputer 91 determines whether or not the fluctuation stop command is received from the main control board 80 (S4406), and if received, the fluctuation production end processing (S4407) described later is performed.

Subsequently, the production control microcomputer 91 determines whether or not the game state designation command is received from the main control board 80 (S4408), and if received, the production mode designation processing (S4409) described later is performed.

Subsequently, the effect control microcomputer 91 determines whether or not an opening command is received from the main control board 80 (S4410), and if received, performs an opening effect selection process (S4411). In the opening effect selection process (S4411), the opening command is analyzed, and based on the analysis result, the pattern (contents) of the opening effect to be executed during the opening of the jackpot game is selected. Then, an opening performance start command for starting the opening performance with the selected opening performance pattern is set in the output buffer of the RAM94.

Subsequently, the effect control microcomputer 91 determines whether or not an ending command is received from the main control board 80 (S4412), and if received, performs an ending effect selection process (S4413). In the ending effect selection process (S4413), the ending command is analyzed, and based on the analysis result, the pattern (contents) of the ending effect to be executed during the ending of the jackpot game is selected. Then, an ending effect start command for starting the ending effect with the selected ending effect pattern is set in the output buffer of the RAM94.

Subsequently, the effect control microcomputer 91 determines whether or not the V passing command is received from the main control board 80 (S4414), and if received, performs the V passing notification effect start process (S4415). In the V passage notification effect start process (S4415), a V passage notification effect start command for starting the V passage notification effect is set in the output buffer of the RAM94. The V passage notification effect is an effect for notifying the player of the V passage (passing through the specific area 39). In this embodiment, a predetermined V passage notification image (for example, a character image representing the character "V") is displayed on the display screen 7a. The display of the character image of "V" as the V passage notification effect is used as a transition notification to the high probability state in the pachinko game machine 1 that performs control to the high probability state based on the passage to the specific area 39. It has meaning. It should be noted that the V-passing notification effect may be performed in other forms, such as outputting a special sound effect from the speaker 67 .

Subsequently, as other processing (S4416), processing based on received commands other than the above commands (for example, setting the value of the game state status indicating the current game state based on the game state designation command to grasp the game state processing, etc.) to end the received command analysis processing.

[Start Winning Process] In the starting winning process (S4402), first, as shown in FIG. 38, the effect control microcomputer 91 stores the start winning command reserve storage section of the RAM 94 (S4501). Specifically, if the received command is the first start prize winning command, it is stored in the first start prize winning command reserve storage unit, and if the received command is the second start prize winning command, the second start prize winning command reserve storage unit is stored. memorize to Note that the starting winning command is stored in the lowest numbered storage area in which the command is not stored among the first to fourth storage areas in each starting winning command reserve storage section. Thereby, the start winning command is stored in the order corresponding to the storage order of the special figure reservation.

After step S4501, the effect control microcomputer 91 adds "1" to the value of the first special figure pending effect counter provided in the RAM 94 if the starting winning command stored in step S4501 is the first starting winning command. If it is the second start winning command, the value of the second special figure pending effect counter provided in the RAM 94 is updated by adding "1" (S4502). The first special figure reservation effect counter is a counter on the effect control side (sub control board 90 side) for calculating the number of first special figure reservations. Similarly, the 2nd special figure reservation production counter is the counter of the production control side which calculates the number of 2nd special figure reservation.

After step S4502, the effect control microcomputer 91 performs pre-reading including the propriety of the big hit based on the start winning command stored in step S4502 (S4503). In the look-ahead, the length of the fluctuation time and the presence or absence of the reach are determined in addition to the success or failure of the big hit.

After step S4503, the effect control microcomputer 91 determines whether or not the night background mode is being set (S4504). When it is determined that the night background mode is being set (YES in step S4504), it is determined whether or not the value of the sub time saving counter is "1" (S4505). When the production control microcomputer 91 determines that the value of the sub time saving counter is "1" (YES in step S4505), based on the scenario pattern selection table shown in FIG. 48, the night background mode sub time saving counter is "1" (S4506). The scenario pattern data selected by the effect control microcomputer 91 is stored in the scenario pattern storage section of the RAM 94 . Also, in the processing at step S4506, scenario patterns are selected by the effect control microcomputer 91 using scenario pattern selection random numbers from "0" to "99". After that, the icon (the icon TA, the pending icon HA) of the display mode (normal display mode, first special display mode, second special display mode, third special display mode) corresponding to the selected scenario pattern is displayed on the image display device 7. is displayed on the display screen 7a (S4507), and this process is terminated.

In addition, when the effect control microcomputer 91 determines that the night background mode is not set (NO in step S4504), or determines that the value of the sub time saving counter is not "1" (NO in step S4505). , another scenario pattern is selected based on another scenario pattern selection table (S4508), and the icon (the icon TA, the pending icon HA) corresponding to the selected scenario pattern is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 7. 7a (S4509), and the process ends.

[Icon Change Suggestion Effect Start Processing] In the icon change suggestion effect start processing (S4403), first, as shown in FIG. ). If it is determined that the night background mode is being set (YES in step S4601), the effect control microcomputer 91 determines whether it is the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second winning promotion effect ( S4602). Further, when the effect control microcomputer 91 determines that the night background mode is not being set (NO in step S4601), it ends this processing.

When the effect control microcomputer 91 determines that it is the second winning promotion effect execution period (for example, 5 seconds) (YES in step S4602), the execution period of the second winning promotion effect is executed at a predetermined timing (the second 2 When 4 seconds have passed since the start of the execution period of the winning promotion effect), it is determined whether or not (S4603). In addition, when it is determined that it is not the execution period of the second prize promotion effect (NO in step S4602), this processing is terminated as it is.

When the effect control microcomputer 91 determines that it is the predetermined timing of the execution period of the second winning promotion effect (when 4 seconds have passed since the execution period of the second winning promotion effect started) (step S4603 YES), the value of the winning ball number effect counter is referred to (S4604), the same number of game ball images YM as the value is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 7 (S4605), and this process is terminated. Here, the number-of-balls effect counter is defined as the execution period of the second winning promotion effect (for example, 5 seconds) to a predetermined timing (when 4 seconds have passed since the execution period of the second winning promotion effect started). Second, it is a counter incremented by the effect control microcomputer 91 in accordance with the winning of prize balls in the normal prize winning port 27 provided in the second starting port 21 and the right game area 3B. By displaying the same number of game ball images YM as the value of the prize ball effect counter on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7, the player can see the second starting port 21 provided on the right side of the game area 3 and the normal game ball image YM. It is possible to suggest the possibility of executing an icon change effect by winning a game ball into the winning hole 27 .

When the effect control microcomputer 91 determines that the execution period of the second winning promotion effect is not at the predetermined timing (when 4 seconds have passed since the execution period of the second winning promotion effect started) (step S4603 NO), it is determined whether or not it is before a predetermined timing (before 4 seconds have passed since the execution period of the second winning promotion effect is started) (S4606). If the effect control microcomputer 91 determines that it is before the predetermined timing (before 4 seconds have passed since the execution period of the second winning promotion effect started) (YES in step S4606), the number of prize balls It is determined whether or not a command has been received (S4607).

When the performance control microcomputer 91 determines that the number-of-balls command has been received (YES in step S4607), the value of the number-of-balls performance counter according to the information on the number of prize balls included in the number-of-balls command. is incremented, and the process ends. For example, if the number of prize balls entering the second starting port 21 is one, the value of the prize number counter is incremented by one. Also, for example, if the number of winning balls in the normal winning opening 27 is one, 2 is added to the value of the winning ball number counter. If the production control microcomputer 91 is not before the predetermined timing (before 4 seconds have passed since the execution period of the second prize promotion production started) (NO in step S4606), or the number of prize balls command is issued. If it is determined that it has not been received (NO in step S4607), this process ends.

[Variation Production Start Processing] In the variation production start processing (S4404), first, as shown in FIG. 40, the production control microcomputer 91 analyzes the fluctuation start command (S5001). The variation start command includes information on the special figure variation pattern set in the variation pattern selection process (steps S1003 and S1009 in FIG. 24). The information of the special figure variation pattern includes the symbol information designating the symbol as the determination result of the special figure 1 or the special figure 2 jackpot determination process (see FIG. 7). In addition, the pattern information etc. which the microcomputer 91 for production|presentation control acquired here can be suitably utilized also in the process performed after this.

Subsequently, the production control microcomputer 91, if the fluctuation start command analyzed in S5001 is a special figure 1 fluctuation start command, subtracts "1" from the value of the first special figure reservation production counter, and special figure 2 fluctuation start command If so, "1" is subtracted from the value of the second special figure reservation effect counter (S5002). Then, the effect control microcomputer 91 shifts the data stored in the start winning command reserve storage unit (first start win prize command reserve storage unit, second start win prize command reserve storage unit) (S5003). Subsequently, the effect control microcomputer 91 shifts the pending icon HA (S5004).

Next, production mode switching processing (S5005) and fluctuation production pattern selection processing (S5006), which will be described later, are performed, and the production design to be finally stopped and displayed in production design fluctuation production is selected (S5007). Specifically, the selection of the performance pattern is performed by acquiring a random number for determining the performance pattern, and selecting a plurality of tables classified according to the type of special symbols stopped and displayed as a result of the special symbol lottery and the presence or absence of reach. One table is selected from among them based on the analysis result of the fluctuation start command, and the selected table is used to determine the obtained random number for determining the performance design, thereby selecting the performance design. As a result, a combination (for example, "2, 2, 2", etc.) of the performance symbols 8L, 8C, 8R to be finally stopped and displayed is determined. Following the selection of the effect symbol, the effect control microcomputer 91 performs icon change effect execution processing (S5008), which will be described later, and finishes the variable effect start process.

[Production Mode Switching Process] In the production mode switching process (S5005), first, as shown in FIG. 41, the production control microcomputer 91 determines whether or not the normal production mode transition flag is ON (S5011). The normal production mode shift flag is a flag that is turned ON when it is determined that the normal production mode, which is one of the production modes, is shifted from another production mode. If the normal production mode transition flag is OFF (NO at S5011), the process proceeds to step S5015, but if it is ON (YES at S5011), it is determined whether or not the start of the variable display relates to the special figure 1. (S5012). If it is not the start of fluctuation of special figure 1 (NO in S5012), proceed to step S5015, but if it is the start of fluctuation of special figure 1 (YES in S5012), the process of setting the normal production mode is performed (S5013), normal production After turning off the mode transition flag (S5014), the process proceeds to step S5015. As a result, the production mode is controlled to the normal production mode. The normal production mode is a production mode that is mainly set in a non-time saving state. Further, the control from another production mode to the normal production mode is performed according to the start of the symbol variation related to the special figure 1.

In step S5015, it is determined whether or not the time saving production mode transition flag is ON. The time reduction production mode transition flag is a flag that is turned ON when it is determined to shift to the time reduction production mode, which is one of the production modes, from another production mode. If the time-saving production mode transition flag is OFF (NO in S5015), this process ends, but if it is ON (YES in S5015), the process of setting the time-saving production mode is performed (S5016), and the time-saving production mode transition flag is set. It is turned off (S5017), and this processing ends. As a result, the production mode is controlled to the time saving production mode. The time saving production mode is a production mode mainly set in the time saving state.

[Variable effect pattern selection process] In the variable effect pattern selection process (S5006), first, as shown in Fig. 42, the effect control microcomputer 91 determines whether or not the game is a big hit based on the symbol information (S5021). If it is a jackpot (YES in S5021), based on the information of the special figure fluctuation pattern, select the production pattern (sub-variation pattern) of the fluctuation production related to the jackpot (S5022). As a result, details of the contents of the variation effect relating to the big win are determined. For example, if the special figure variation pattern is SP reach, select a sub-variation pattern to perform SP reach. Furthermore, when a plurality of effects belonging to the SP reach are provided, even details including which effect belonging to the SP reach is to be executed are determined.

If it is not a big hit (NO in S5021), it is determined whether or not it is a small hit based on the symbol information (S5023). If it is a small hit (YES in S5023), based on the information of the special figure fluctuation pattern, select the production pattern (sub-variation pattern) of the fluctuation production related to the small hit (S5024). In addition, the details of the variable performance relating to the small win are determined by selecting the performance pattern of the variable performance.

If it is not a big hit (NO at S5021) or a small hit (NO at S5023), it is "losing", so a variable production pattern related to losing is selected from the fluctuation production pattern determination table (Fig. 15) (S5025 to S5029) ). In the case of "losing", the effect control microcomputer 91 selects the variable effect pattern from the variable effect pattern determination table (FIG. 15). Specifically, first, it is determined whether or not the value of the sub time-saving counter is greater than "1" (S5025). If the value of the sub time-saving counter is greater than "1" (YES in S5025), based on the pattern information of the lost pattern, the fluctuation effect pattern determination table for the time-saving state with a remaining number of times of 2 or more (Fig. 15 (B)) to select a variable effect pattern (S5026). Moreover, when the value of the sub time-saving counter is "1" or less (NO in S5025), it is determined whether the value of the sub time-saving counter is "1" (S5027). If the value of the sub time-saving counter is "1" (YES in S5027), based on the pattern information of the lost pattern, refer to the variable effect pattern determination table for the time-saving state with the remaining number of times of time-saving 1 (Fig. 15 (C)) and select a variable production pattern (S5028). In addition, when it is determined that the value of the sub time-saving counter is less than "1" (NO in S5027), based on the pattern information of the lost pattern, the variable effect pattern determination table for the non-time-saving state (Fig. 15 ( A))) is referred to, and a variable production pattern is selected (S5029).

Here, the sub time-saving counter is set to a value corresponding to the number of time-saving times of the time-saving state to be started in response to the time-saving state being started, and the variable display of the special figure 2 during the time-saving state is performed. A counter that is decremented accordingly. Setting and subtraction of the sub time-saving counter is performed in the fluctuation effect end processing (S4404) described later. Thereby, the value of the sub time-saving counter at the start of the symbol variation is "1" or more in the time-saving state, and is less than "1", ie, "0", in the non-time-saving state. And, in this form, as described above, in the non-time saving state, while it may be controlled to the time saving state based on the special loss (time saving loss), when it is already in the time saving state, the time saving state based on the special loss It is not controlled to Therefore, when the value of the sub time-saving counter is less than "1", the variable performance pattern is determined using the variable performance pattern determination table in which the time-saving entry performance with the content suggesting the transition to the time-saving state can be selected after that. selected.

Further, as described above, in the last symbol variation in the time saving state, it is possible to control to the time saving state based on the special loss. Therefore, even when the value of the sub time-saving counter is "1", the variable performance pattern is selected using the variable performance pattern determination table in which the time-saving rush performance can be selected. On the other hand, if the value of the sub time-saving counter is greater than "1", it is not controlled to the time-saving state based on the special failure, so the variable performance pattern determination table in which the time-saving rush performance is not selected is used. , the variable effect pattern is selected. The details of the variable effect related to the loss are determined by selecting the variable effect pattern.

Thus, the production control microcomputer 91 can appropriately determine whether the game state is the time saving state or the non-time saving state based on the sub time saving counter. Furthermore, when it is in the time saving state, it is also possible to appropriately determine whether or not it is the last symbol variation in the time saving state. And even if the information of the special figure fluctuation pattern is the same, it is possible to select different fluctuation performance patterns depending on the game state and the value of the sub time saving counter. As a result, for example, it is possible to execute an effect capable of appropriately suggesting a game state to which there is a possibility of transition thereafter. Furthermore, for example, it is possible to suppress the execution of an effect suggesting a game state that has no possibility of transitioning thereafter. Therefore, it is possible to improve the amusement of the game through the presentation.

After selecting a variable performance pattern (S5021 to S5029), a variable performance start command for starting a variable performance with the selected performance pattern and variable performance pattern is set in the output buffer of the performance RAM 124 (S5030). When the variable effect start command set in step S5030 is transmitted to the image control board 100 by the command transmission process (S4004), the CPU 102 of the image control board 100 reads out a predetermined effect image from the image ROM 103, A variable production is performed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7. FIG.

[Icon Change Effect Execution Processing] In the icon change effect execution processing (S5008), as shown in FIG. 43, the effect control microcomputer 91 determines whether or not the night background mode is being set (S5031). When the effect control microcomputer 91 determines that the night background mode is being set (YES at S5031), it determines whether or not the icon change suggestion effect has been executed (S5032). In addition, if the effect control microcomputer 91 determines in step S5031 that the night background mode is not being set (NO in S5031), or if it determines that the icon change suggestion effect is not being executed (in S5032 NO), this process is terminated as it is.

When the effect control microcomputer 91 determines that the icon change suggestion effect has been executed (YES in S5032), it determines whether or not a specific scenario pattern (scenario pattern 5, scenario pattern 6, scenario pattern 7) is selected. . Specifically, the effect control microcomputer 91 receives the current variation start command and shifts the data stored in the scenario pattern storage section corresponding to the data stored in the second start winning command reserve storage section. The data stored in the scenario pattern storage section corresponding to the data currently stored in the second start winning command reserve storage section is changed to a specific scenario pattern (scenario pattern 5, scenario pattern 6, scenario pattern 7). data. When the production control microcomputer 91 selects a specific scenario pattern (scenario pattern 5, scenario pattern 6, scenario pattern 7) (YES in S5033), the process proceeds to step S5034. Also, when the production control microcomputer 91 selects a specific scenario pattern (scenario pattern 5, scenario pattern 6, or scenario pattern 7) (NO in S5033), the processing ends as it is.

In step S5034, the effect control microcomputer 91 determines whether or not the value of the number-of-balls effect counter is 5 or more. In step S5034, when the effect control microcomputer 91 determines that the value of the prize ball effect counter is 5 or more (YES in S5034), the icon changes based on the table shown in FIG. 48(B). A lottery is made as to whether or not to execute the effect (S5035), and the process proceeds to step S5037. Also, in step S5034, when the effect control microcomputer 91 determines that the value of the prize ball effect counter is less than 5, that is, when it is between 1 and 4 (NO in S5034), Based on the table shown in (A), a lottery is conducted to determine whether or not to execute the icon change effect (S5036), and the process proceeds to step S5037. For the lottery in steps S5035 and S5036, random numbers for icon change effect lottery from "0" to "99" are used.

In step S5037, the effect control microcomputer 91 determines whether or not to execute the icon change effect based on the lottery result of step S5035 or the lottery result of step S5036 (S5037). When the effect control microcomputer 91 determines to execute the icon change effect (YES in S5037), the effect control microcomputer 91 executes the icon change effect (S5038), and changes the normal display mode of the icon (suspended icon HA, the icon TA) into a special mode. The display mode (first special display mode, second special display mode, third special display mode) is changed (S5039). When the icon change effect is executed, by displaying a character image HM indicating "change" on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7, it is possible to suggest to the player that the icon will be changed to a special display mode. . Also, by changing the normal display mode of the icon (holding icon HA, the icon TA) to the special display mode (first special display mode, second special display mode, third special display mode), normal display to the player It is possible to suggest that the degree of expectation for a big win is higher than the aspect. Also, in step S5037, when the effect control microcomputer 91 determines not to execute the icon change effect based on the lottery result of step S5035 or the lottery result of step S5036 (NO in S5037), this processing is continued. finish.

[Variation Production End Processing] In the fluctuation production end processing (S4406), first, as shown in FIG. 44, the production control microcomputer 91 analyzes the fluctuation stop command (S5101). Next, the effect control microcomputer 91 determines whether or not the pattern variation to stop the variation is a big win or a small win (S5102). If it is a big hit or a small hit (YES in S5102), perform a sub time-saving counter setting process for setting the time-saving number of times of the time-saving state set based on the big hit or small hit to the sub time-saving counter (S5103), step Proceed to S5109.

If the pattern variation to be stopped is neither a big hit nor a small hit, that is, if it is a loss (NO in S5102), it is determined whether the value of the sub time-saving counter is greater than "1" (S5104). If the value of the sub time-saving counter is greater than "1", the process proceeds to step S5106, but if the value of the sub time-saving counter is less than "1" (NO in S5104), the type of losing pattern is a special loss (time-saving loss ) (S5105). If it is not a special losing design B or a losing design D (NO at S5105), the process proceeds to step S5106, but if it is a losing design B or a losing design D (YES at S5105), it is set based on a special loss. The sub time saving counter setting process for setting the time saving number of times in the time saving state to the sub time saving counter is performed (S5103), and the process proceeds to step S5109.

In step S5106, it is further determined whether or not the value of the time saving counter is greater than "0". If the value of the time saving counter is "0" (NO in S5106), the process proceeds to step S5109, but if the value of the time saving counter is greater than "0" (YES in S5106), the special symbol related to the fluctuation stop It is determined whether or not it is related to the stop of special figure 2 (S5107). If it is not a special figure 2 stop (NO in S5107), proceed to step S5109, but if it is a special figure 2 stop (YES in S5107), decrement the value of the sub time saving counter by 1 (S5108), step S5109 proceed to As a result, the value of the sub time-saving counter at the start of the pattern variation in the time-saving state is managed to be the same value as the value of the time-saving counter.

In step S5109, a variable effect end command for ending the variable effect is set in the output buffer of the RAM94. When the set variable effect end command is transmitted to the image control board 100 by the command transmission process (S4004), the CPU 102 of the image control board 100 stops and displays the effect symbols 8L, 8C, 8R in a predetermined stop mode.

[Production Mode Designation Processing] In the production mode designation processing (S4408), first, as shown in FIG. 45, the production control microcomputer 91 analyzes the game state command (S5201). Next, based on the analysis result of the gaming state command, it is determined whether or not the time saving state (S5202). If it is not in the time saving state (NO in S5202), the process proceeds to step S5205, but if it is in the time saving state (YES in S5202), it is determined whether the production mode currently set is the normal mode (S5203). If the production mode is not the normal mode (NO at S5203), proceed to step S5205, but if it is the normal mode (YES at S5203), turn on the time saving mode transition flag (S5204), and proceed to step S5205.

In step S5205, based on the analysis result of the game state command, it is determined whether or not the non-time saving state. If it is not a non-time-saving state (NO in S5205), this process is finished, but if it is a non-time-saving state (YES in S5205), it is determined whether the production mode currently set is the time-saving mode (S5206) . If the production mode is not the time saving mode (NO in S5206), this process is finished, but if it is the time saving mode (YES in S5206), the normal mode transition flag is turned ON (S5207) and this process is finished.

When the time saving mode transition flag is turned ON in this process, the effect mode is controlled to the time saving mode when the next symbol variation is started. In addition, when the normal mode shift flag is turned ON, when the pattern variation related to the next special figure 1 is started, the production mode is controlled to the normal mode. As a result, pattern variation is started in an appropriate performance mode according to the game state.

8. About Icons (Suspended Icons, Pertinent Icons) Next, icons (suspended icons, pertinent icons) displayed on the image display device 7 of the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 46 to 49 . Further, the pending icon HA and the icon TA are collectively referred to as pending display. It should be noted that the icon TA (specific display) is an image corresponding to the special symbol that is currently being variably displayed after a big hit determination has been made and that indicates the result of the determination. In addition, the pending icon HA (specific display) is a special figure reservation (special figure 1 reservation, special figure 2 reservation) indicating that the special figure lottery (special figure 1 lottery, special figure 2 lottery) is reserved. ) is an image corresponding to

As shown in FIG. 46, the display modes of the icon (suspended icon, the icon) include a normal display mode (white), a first special display mode (blue), a second special display mode (green), and a second special display mode (green). There are four display modes including 3 special display modes (red). In addition, in this form, the expectation of a big hit is higher in the order of normal display mode (white) ⇒ first special display mode (blue) ⇒ second special display mode (green) ⇒ third special display mode (red) ( See Figure 46). Note that the normal display mode corresponds to the "first display mode". Also, the first special display mode corresponds to the "second display mode".

In the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, a display pattern from when the display of the pending icon HA or the icon TA is started until the display of the icon TA is finished is collectively selected as a scenario. As shown in FIG. 47, there are seven types of scenario patterns for icon display, from scenario pattern 1 to scenario pattern 7 . In addition, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, by executing the icon change effect (promotion effect), the display mode of the icons (suspended icon HA, the icon TA) can be changed to a display mode with a high expectation of a big win. It's becoming Here, the icon change effect not only functions as an effect that suggests the lottery result of the special lottery for the special figure 2 reservation, but also the effect for suggesting the lottery result of the special figure lottery for the special figure 2 reservation , Look-ahead effect based on the result of look-ahead determination).

In scenario pattern 1, the icons (suspended icon HA, icon TA) are displayed in the normal display mode (white) as the initial mode of the icons (suspended icon HA, icon TA), and the normal display mode is maintained without changing the display mode. icon (holding icon HA1, icon TA1) continues to be displayed. Scenario pattern 2 is a scenario in which the icon (suspended icon HA2, icon TA2) in the first special display mode (blue) continues to be displayed as the initial mode of the icon (suspended icon HA, icon TA). Scenario pattern 3 is a scenario in which the icon (suspended icon HA3, icon TA3) in the second special display mode (green) continues to be displayed as the initial mode of the icon (suspended icon HA, icon TA). Scenario pattern 4 is a scenario in which the icon (suspended icon HA4, icon TA4) in the third special display mode (red) continues to be displayed as the initial mode of the icon (suspended icon HA, icon TA).

Further, in scenario pattern 5, the icons (suspended icon HA, relevant icon TA) are displayed in the normal display mode (white) as the initial mode of the icons (suspended icon HA, relevant icon TA). 1 special display mode (blue) icon (holding icon HA2, icon TA2). If the icon change effect is not executed, the icon (suspended icon HA1, icon TA1) in the normal display mode (white) continues to be displayed as the initial mode of the icon (suspended icon HA, icon TA). In scenario pattern 6, the icons (suspended icon HA, relevant icon TA) are displayed in the normal display mode (white) as the initial mode of the icons (suspended icon HA, relevant icon TA). This is a scenario in which the icon (holding icon HA3, the icon TA3) changes to a special display mode (green). If the icon change effect is not executed, the icon (suspended icon HA1, icon TA1) in the normal display mode (white) continues to be displayed as the initial mode of the icon (suspended icon HA, icon TA). Further, in scenario pattern 7, the icons (suspended icon HA, relevant icon TA) are displayed in the normal display mode (white) as the initial mode of the icons (suspended icon HA, relevant icon TA). In this scenario, the icons (holding icon HA4, icon TA4) change to 3 special display modes (red). If the icon change effect is not executed, the icon (suspended icon HA1, icon TA1) in the normal display mode (white) continues to be displayed as the initial mode of the icon (suspended icon HA, icon TA).

In the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the scenario patterns 1, 2, and 3 are scenario patterns in which the display modes of the icons (holding icon HA, the icon TA) do not change. , Scenario Pattern 6 and Scenario Pattern 7 are scenario patterns in which the display mode of the icon (holding icon HA, the icon TA) changes once when the icon change effect is executed. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the icon in the normal display mode (holding icon HA1, icon TA1) is followed by the icon in the first special display mode (holding icon HA1, icon TA1), the second special display. icon of the mode (suspended icon HA2, the icon TA2) or the icon of the third special mode (suspended icon HA3, the icon TA3). Acts as a suggestible icon.

Next, while the night background mode is being set, at step S4506 of the starting winning process (S4402) of FIG. A scenario pattern selection table shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 48, when the second start winning command is the upper command "E2H" and the lower command "01H" (see FIG. 14), the probability that scenario pattern 1 is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91 is " 5%", the probability that scenario pattern 2 is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91 is "10%", the probability that scenario pattern 3 is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91 is "18%", The probability that scenario pattern 4 is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91 is 22%, and the probability that scenario pattern 5 is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91 is 5%. The probability that scenario pattern 6 is selected is "15%", and the probability that scenario pattern 7 is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91 is "25%".

Also, as shown in FIG. 48, when the second start winning command is the upper command "E2H" and the lower command "02H" (see FIG. 14), the probability that scenario pattern 1 is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91. is "5%", the probability that scenario pattern 2 is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91 is "10%", and the probability that scenario pattern 3 is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91 is "18%". Yes, the probability that the scenario pattern 4 is selected by the performance control microcomputer 91 is "22%", and the probability that the scenario pattern 5 is selected by the performance control microcomputer 91 is "5%". The probability that scenario pattern 6 is selected by 91 is "15%", and the probability that scenario pattern 7 is selected by effect control microcomputer 91 is "25%".

In this embodiment, if the lottery result information included in the second start winning command is a big win or a small win (V passage is possible), scenario pattern 1, scenario pattern 5 => scenario pattern 2 => scenario pattern 6 => scenario pattern. 3→scenario pattern 4→scenario pattern 7 is likely to be selected in this order (see FIG. 48).

Also, as shown in FIG. 48, when the second start winning command is the upper command "E2H" and the lower command "03H" (see FIG. 14), the probability that scenario pattern 1 is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91. is "40%", the probability that scenario pattern 2 is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91 is "20%", and the probability that scenario pattern 3 is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91 is "10%". Yes, the probability that the scenario pattern 4 is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91 is "0%", and the probability that the scenario pattern 5 is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91 is "20%". The probability that scenario pattern 6 is selected by 91 is "10%", and the probability that scenario pattern 7 is selected by effect control microcomputer 91 is "0%".

Also, as shown in FIG. 48, when the second start winning command is the upper command "E2H" and the lower command "04H" (see FIG. 14), the probability that scenario pattern 1 is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91. is "40%", the probability that scenario pattern 2 is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91 is "20%", and the probability that scenario pattern 3 is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91 is "10%". Yes, the probability that the scenario pattern 4 is selected by the performance control microcomputer 91 is "0%", and the probability that the scenario pattern 5 is selected by the performance control microcomputer 91 is "20%". The probability that scenario pattern 6 is selected by 91 is "10%", and the probability that scenario pattern 7 is selected by effect control microcomputer 91 is "0%".

In this embodiment, if the lottery result information included in the second start winning command is normal loss or short time loss (special loss), scenario pattern 3, scenario pattern 6 ⇒ scenario pattern 2, scenario pattern 5 ⇒ scenario pattern 1 is likely to be selected (see FIG. 48). Scenario pattern 4 and scenario pattern 7 are not selected (see FIG. 48).

According to the description using FIG. 48, in this embodiment, the final icon TA is changed from the icon TA1 in the normal display mode (white) to the icon TA2 in the first special display mode (blue) to the second special display mode ( The degree of expectation for a big win is set to be high in the order of the icon TA3 in green)→the icon TA4 in the third special display mode (red). In addition, the selection ratio by the performance control microcomputer 91 shown in FIG. 48 can be changed as appropriate.

Next, in steps S5035 and S5036 of the starting winning process (S5008) of FIG. 43, the execution probability of the icon change effect by the effect control microcomputer 91 of this embodiment will be explained using FIG. In the pachinko game machine 1 of the present embodiment, when the number of times of time saving is controlled to the time saving state and the number of times of time saving becomes one remaining time (see FIG. 50), the player is made to enter the game ball into the second start port 21 in the variable performance. A first prize promotion effect is executed to prompt the user to accumulate the special figure 2 reserved number up to the upper limit number (4 pieces) (see FIG. 56(A)).

When the game balls are entered into the second starting port 21 according to the first prize promotion performance and the number of reserved special figures 2 is stored up to the upper limit (4 pieces), the execution of the first prize promotion performance is completed. When the execution of the first prize promotion effect is completed, the second prize promotion effect is executed next. It should be noted that the execution period of the second winning promotion effect of this embodiment is, for example, 5 seconds. In the pachinko game machine 1 of this embodiment, a predetermined timing (for example, when 4 seconds have passed since the execution period of the second winning promotion effect started) during the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second winning promotion effect. By the total number of the prize balls paid out by winning to the second start port 21 and the prize balls paid out by winning to the normal winning port 27 provided in the right game area 3B, The probability of the icon change effect executed by the effect control microcomputer 91 is different (see FIG. 49).

For example, before a predetermined timing (for example, when 4 seconds have passed since the execution period of the second winning promotion effect started) in the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second winning promotion effect, the second start The total number of the prize balls paid out by winning to the opening 21 and the prize balls paid out by winning to the normal winning opening 27 provided in the right game area 3B is 1 or more to 4 or less ( 49(A) is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91, and an icon change effect execution lottery may be performed (icon change effect second execution in FIG. 43). Lottery processing (S5036)). On the other hand, for example, before a predetermined timing (for example, when 4 seconds have passed since the execution period of the second prize promotion effect started) in the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second prize promotion effect, The total number of the prize balls paid out by winning the second start opening 21 and the prize balls paid out by winning the normal winning opening 27 provided in the right game area 3B is 5 balls or more (the second 2 total number), the effect control microcomputer 91 may select the table shown in FIG. processing (S5035)).

When one of the specific scenario patterns (scenario pattern 5, scenario pattern 6, scenario pattern 7) is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91, the execution period of the second winning promotion effect ( For example, 5 seconds) at a predetermined timing (for example, when 4 seconds have passed since the execution period of the second prize promotion effect started). When the total number of the balls and the prize balls paid out by winning in the normal prize winning opening 27 provided in the right game area 3B is 1 or more to 4 or less, it is shown in FIG. 49(A). Based on the table, the icon change effect is executed with a probability of "60%". On the other hand, when one of the specific scenario patterns (scenario pattern 5, scenario pattern 6, and scenario pattern 7) is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91, the second winning promotion effect is executed. By the time a predetermined timing (for example, when 4 seconds have passed since the execution period of the second winning promotion effect started) in a period (for example, 5 seconds) is reached, it is paid out by winning to the second start port 21. When the total number of the prize balls paid out and the prize balls paid out by the winning to the normal prize winning opening 27 provided in the right game area 3B is from 1 ball to 4 balls or less, FIG. 49 (A) Based on the table shown in , the icon change effect is not executed with a probability of "40%".

When one of the specific scenario patterns (scenario pattern 5, scenario pattern 6, scenario pattern 7) is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91, the execution period of the second winning promotion effect ( (for example, 5 seconds) at a predetermined timing (for example, when 4 seconds have elapsed since the start of the execution period of the second prize promotion effect). When the total number of the balls and the prize balls paid out by the winning to the normal prize winning opening 27 provided in the right game area 3B is 5 balls or more, the table shown in FIG. 49(B) is used. , the icon change effect is executed with a probability of "100%". On the other hand, when one of the specific scenario patterns (scenario pattern 5, scenario pattern 6, scenario pattern 7) is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91, the second winning promotion effect is executed. By the time a predetermined timing (for example, when 4 seconds have elapsed since the start of the execution period of the second winning promotion effect) in a period (for example, 5 seconds) is reached, the prize is paid out by winning to the second start port 21. When the total number of the prize balls paid out by winning the prize in the normal prize winning port 27 provided in the right game area 3B is 5 or more, the table shown in FIG. Based on this, the icon change effect is never executed.

According to the explanation using FIG. 49, it is a predetermined timing (for example, when 4 seconds have passed since the execution period of the second prize promotion effect started) in the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second prize promotion effect. By the time, the total number of the prize balls paid out by winning the second start port 21 and the prize balls paid out by winning the normal winning port 27 provided in the right game area 3B is 1 ball. The icon change effect is more likely to be executed when the number of balls is five or more than when the number of balls is four or more. As a result, before a predetermined timing (for example, when 4 seconds have elapsed since the start of the execution period of the second winning promotion effect) in the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second winning promotion effect, the player Immediately, it is possible to urge the player to strike to the right so as to win the game ball toward the second starting port 21.例文帳に追加It should be noted that the execution probability of the icon change effect by the effect control microcomputer 91 shown in FIG. 49 can be appropriately changed.

9. Flow of Game in this Embodiment Next, the flow of progress of a game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. As shown in FIG. 50, first, in the non-time-saving state (normal game state), the game proceeds with left-handed hitting. For this reason, the lottery of special figure 1 is performed in the non-time-saving state, and a big hit may be won based on this. When a jackpot based on the lottery of special figure 1 is won, a 4R jackpot game is performed, and the game state after that is controlled to a time saving state in which the number of times of time saving is one.

On the other hand, the lottery result of the special figure 1 is more likely to be lost than the jackpot winning. In addition, the lottery result of the special figure 1 may be a special loss (time saving loss: loss pattern B). And when the lottery result of the special figure 1 is the losing pattern B, the game state is controlled to the time saving state in which the number of time saving times is one. Moreover, when the lottery result of the special figure 1 is a loss, the possibility of a normal loss (a loss pattern A) is higher than that of a special loss (a loss pattern B).

In the time-saving state, the game proceeds by hitting to the right. Therefore, in the time saving state, the lottery of the special figure 2 is performed, and a big hit may be won based on this. The jackpot winning based on the lottery of the special figure 2 includes a jackpot based on passing through the specific area 39 from the small winning (2nd kind jackpot) or a direct hit jackpot (1st kind jackpot). When a direct hit jackpot (1st kind jackpot) is won, a jackpot game of 10R is performed, and the game state after that is controlled to a time saving state in which the number of times of time saving is 6 times. In other words, when the jackpot is won in the special figure 2, the player tends to be able to obtain more profit in the jackpot game than when the jackpot is won in the special figure 1. - 特許庁

In addition, the pachinko game machine 1 of this embodiment, when winning a small hit that allows V passage (passing through the specific area 39) based on the lottery of the special figure 2, as long as the game is played correctly, the jackpot game is always possible. configured to run. Then, when the second type of jackpot is won after winning the small win, after the jackpot game of substantially 10R, the number of times of time saving is controlled to be six times. Even in the big winning game performed based on this small winning, the player tends to obtain more profits than the big winning game when winning the big winning in the special figure 1.例文帳に追加

In addition, the lottery result of special figure 2 may be lost. When it is lost, there are cases where it is normal loss (loss pattern C) and cases where it is special loss (time saving loss: loss pattern D). In the time-saving state, when the number of remaining times of time-saving is two or more times, the remaining number of times of time-saving is reduced without controlling the subsequent game state to the time-saving state regardless of whether the game is a normal loss or a special loss. . However, when the remaining number of times of time saving is 1 time, that is, when the lottery result in the last one pattern variation in the time saving state is a losing pattern D, the subsequent game state is 100 times of time saving times. Controlled to short working hours.

In addition, when the lottery result in the last one symbol variation in the time saving state is the losing symbol C, the game is controlled to the non-time saving state. In addition, in the time-saving state, by generating a prize to the second start port 21 before being controlled to the non-time-saving state at the last time, a maximum of four special figure 2 reservations are accumulated. be able to. Then, in the non-time-saving state controlled by the fact that the lottery result in the last one pattern variation in the time-saving state is the missing pattern C, first, the lottery for four special figures 2 reserve can be received. Then, when the lottery result for the special figure 2 hold is a losing pattern D, the subsequent game state is controlled to the time saving state with the number of time saving times being 6 times.

On the other hand, when all the lottery results for the special figure 2 reservation are the losing patterns C, the game is played again with the left hand, aiming at a big hit based on the lottery of the special figure 1.例文帳に追加

In other words, in the lottery of special figure 2, as long as the direct hit jackpot, the small win that can pass through V, and the special loss continue to be won, the state that is advantageous to the player mainly for the lottery of special figure 2 (the state that it is easy to win the jackpot) continues. On the other hand, in the special figure 2 lottery, the lottery result of the special figure for the number of times of the time saving set for the time saving state and the special figure 2 reservation (remaining reservation of special figure 2) that remained when the time saving state ended If all the lottery results of 1 are lost, the game will return to the game centered on the lottery of special figure 1 again.

Here, in the pachinko game machine 1 of this embodiment, in the lottery of the last special figure 2 in the time saving state, the time saving state based on the losing pattern D can be set. This point will be described with reference to the time chart of FIG. In this form, as described above in the gaming state management process (see FIG. 26), in the state where the time saving state is set, even if the lottery result of the special figure 2 is a losing design D, based on the losing design The time saving determination of whether or not to control to the time saving state is not performed, and the time saving state is not set. For this reason, for example, when the remaining number of times of time saving is two times, even if the lottery result of the special figure 2 is a losing pattern D, it is not controlled to the time saving state based on this. However, regarding the last symbol variation in the time saving state, although the symbol variation is in the time saving state at the start of the symbol variation, it is controlled to the non-time saving state at the timing before the time saving determination. As a result, in the last symbol variation in the time saving state, the time saving determination is performed in the non-time saving state, so based on the fact that the lottery result of the special figure 2 is the losing pattern D, the subsequent game state is to the time saving state. It is possible to provide a new game property of being controlled. Furthermore, the chance that the game state is controlled to the time saving state based on the fact that the lottery result of the special figure 2 is a losing pattern D can be provided once in addition to the number of lotteries related to the special figure 2 hold. is made of.

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, when controlling to the time saving state based on the losing pattern D, the number of time saving times to be set for the time saving state to be controlled is determined at the start of the pattern fluctuation Special figure 2 jackpot determination It is acquired in the processing (see FIG. 23). Then, the acquired and stored number of times of time saving is set in the game state management process executed thereafter. That is, in the last symbol variation in the time saving state, the number of time saving times is acquired in the time saving state and set in the non-time saving state. On the other hand, regarding the special figure 2 suspension that remained when the time saving state ended, it was already in a non-time saving state at the start of the pattern fluctuation, so the time saving number of time saving state controlled based on the lost pattern D It will be acquired in a non-time saving state. Then, in the present embodiment, the number of time saving times for the time saving state set based on the losing pattern D is determined by the losing pattern type determination table for the non time saving state (see FIG. 9 (A)) in the time saving state. is obtained from the lost pattern type determination table for the time saving state (see FIG. 9B). In the lost pattern type determination table, the number of times of time saving set based on the lost pattern D differs between the non-time saving state and the time saving state. That is, even if the lottery result of the special figure 2 is a losing pattern D, it is possible to acquire a different number of times of time saving during the time saving state and during the non-time saving state. As a result, the time-saving state controlled when the lottery result of the special figure 2 was a losing pattern D in the last pattern fluctuation in the time-saving state, and the lottery result of the special figure 2 reservation that remained when the time-saving state ended It is possible to provide a new game property in which the number of times of time saving is different between the time saving state controlled when is the failing pattern D.

10. Effect example in this form 10-1. Effect Mode Next, examples of effects in the pachinko game machine 1 of this embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 52 to 59. FIG. First, the presentation mode will be explained. The production mode is a mode of production using the image display device 7, the speaker 67, the board lamp 5, the frame lamp 66, and the like. Background images and the like are different, and a variable effect using the effect patterns 8L, 8C, 8R is also executed in a manner corresponding to the effect mode.

The production modes of this embodiment include a daytime background mode in which a normal daytime background image shown in FIG. 52 is displayed, and a nighttime background mode in which nighttime background images shown in FIGS. 56 to 59 are displayed. .

The daytime background mode shown in FIG. 51 is a production mode that is set when there is no storage of special figure 2 related random numbers acquired in a non-time saving state. In other words, it is a normal production mode that is set in a state in which the lottery of the special figure 1 is mainly progressed in a non-time saving state. FIG. 51(A) shows a state in which the daytime background is displayed on the display screen 7a and the effect symbols 8L, 8C, 8R are displayed in a variable manner. Further, in this embodiment, small patterns KZ1, KZ2 and KZ3 can be displayed in addition to the production patterns 8L, 8C and 8R. The small patterns KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are smaller than the production patterns 8L, 8C, 8R, and can be stopped after the variable display, similarly to the production patterns 8L, 8C, 8R. FIG. 51(B) shows a state in which the performance symbols 8L, 8C, 8R and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are both stopped and displayed in the daytime background mode. In the daytime background mode, both the performance symbols 8L, 8C, 8R and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are displayed in the normal mode.

When the daytime background mode is set, the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 can be provided with a pending icon display area 7d consisting of four display areas, as shown in FIG. The pending icon display area 7d is composed of a first display area 7d1, a second display area 7d2, a third display area 7d3 and a fourth display area 7d4, depending on the special figure 1 pending number, each display area 7d1, 7d2, A pending icon HA can be displayed at 7d2 and 7d4. For example, as shown in FIG. 51 (A), when the special figure 1 pending number is "4", the first display area 7d1, the second display area 7d2, the third display area 7d3 and the fourth display area 7d4 , the hold icon HA1 in the normal display mode is displayed. As a result, the display of the hold icon HA when the daytime mode is set makes it possible for the player to easily understand the memory number of the first special-price reservation displayed on the first special-price reservation display 43a. It is possible.

Further, as shown in FIG. 51, it is possible to provide an icon display area 7e consisting of one display area in the vicinity of the reserved icon display area 7d. The icon display area 7e can display the icon TA that is the same as or different from the pending icon HA in accordance with the start of the special figure variation effect. For example, as shown in FIG. 51, the icon TA1 in the normal display mode is displayed in the icon display area 7e.

It should be noted that the number of display areas constituting the pending icon display area 7d can be changed as appropriate. Further, the pending icon display area 7d can be a display area that displays both the special figure 1 pending number and the special figure 2 pending number, or a display area that displays only one of them.

The night background mode shown in FIGS. 56 to 59 is an effect mode that is set when there is a memory of the special figure 2 relation random number obtained in a time saving state and when it is a non-time saving state. In other words, it is a time-saving performance mode set in a state in which the game is mainly progressed by the lottery of the special figure 2. For example, FIG. 55(A) shows a state in which a night background is displayed on the display screen 7a, and both the production patterns 8L, 8C, 8R and the small patterns KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are displayed in a variable manner. .

In addition, in the night background mode, the game is advanced with the aim of winning a prize in the second starting port 21 by hitting the right hand, which is a time-saving state. A right-handed informing image GA for informing that the ball should be thrown is displayed in the upper right portion of the display screen 7a. When the night background mode is set, the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 can be provided with a hold icon display area 7d consisting of four display areas, for example, as shown in FIG. 56(A). be. The pending icon display area 7d is composed of a first display area 7d1, a second display area 7d2, a third display area 7d3 and a fourth display area 7d4. A pending icon HA can be displayed at 7d2 and 7d4. For example, as shown in FIG. 56(B), when the special figure 2 pending number is "4", the first display area 7d1, the second display area 7d2, the third display area 7d3 and the fourth display area 7d4 , the hold icon HA1 in the normal display mode is displayed. As a result, the number of stored second special figure reservations displayed on the second special figure reservation display 43b can be clearly shown to the player by displaying the reservation icon HA when the night background mode is set. is possible.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 56 to 59, an icon display area 7e consisting of one display area can be provided in the vicinity of the reserved icon display area 7d. The icon display area 7e can display the icon TA that is the same as or different from the pending icon HA in accordance with the start of the special figure variation effect. For example, as shown in FIG. 56B, the icon TA1 in the normal display mode is displayed in the icon display area 7e.

It should be noted that the number of display areas constituting the pending icon display area 7d can be changed as appropriate. In addition, the pending icon display area 7d can be a display area that displays both the special figure 1 pending number and the special figure 2 pending number, or can be a display area that displays only one.

10-2. Variation Production Next, the variation production will be described. When the variable display of the special symbols is started, the pachinko gaming machine 1 determines the variation pattern related to the variable display of the special symbols and the result of the special symbol lottery (the result of the big hit determination or the small hit determination, the result of the symbol type determination, the reach determination , and the result of variation pattern determination), etc., to execute the variation effect. In the variable effect, the variable display of the effect patterns 8L, 8C, 8R is performed in a superimposed manner on a predetermined background image on the display screen 7a. In the variable display of the performance symbols 8L, 8C, 8R, the performance symbols 8L, 8C, 8R are changed and then stopped. That is, after the variable display of the performance symbols 8L, 8C, 8R is performed over the variable time of the special symbols, the variation is stopped and the stop display of the performance symbols 8L, 8C, 8R is performed. Then, the result of the special symbol lottery is informed by the stop display of the performance symbols 8L, 8C, 8R.

10-2-1. In the vicinity of the center of the display screen 7a of the image display device 7, as shown in FIG. is displayed. In addition, in one section at the left end of the upper end of the display screen 7a, as shown in FIG. After that, it is stopped and displayed in a predetermined manner. The performance symbols 8L, 8C, 8R may be hidden during the variable performance, while the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are not hidden. In this respect, the small patterns KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 function as patterns that supplement the roles of the production patterns 8L, 8C, 8R. In addition, each display area for displaying the performance symbols 8L, 8C, 8R and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 can be appropriately changed.

10-2-2. Normal Fluctuation The pachinko game machine 1 can perform normal fluctuation first in the fluctuation effect. The normal fluctuation functions as an effect suggesting that the special symbol fluctuation display has started. When the variable display of the special symbols is started, for example, on the display screen 7a, the left effect symbol 8L, the medium effect symbol 8C and the right effect symbol 8R are stopped and displayed, and the left small symbol KZ1, the medium and small symbol KZ2 and the right The small pattern KZ3 is stopped and displayed, the variable display of the special pattern is not performed, and from the state of waiting for the variable display of the special pattern, the variable display of the production patterns 8L, 8C, 8R is started. is started, the variable display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2 and KZ3 is started. Then, if the variation pattern of the variation display of this special symbol is, for example, "normal loss variation" (fluctuation when the lottery result of special figure 1 is a loss symbol A and there is no reach), a stop mode that suggests a loss ( Effect symbols 8L, 8C, and 8R are stopped and displayed in a so-called loose pattern. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are all stopped and displayed in a stop mode suggesting a failure.

On the other hand, the variation pattern of the variation display of the special symbol is, for example, "N loss variation" (the lottery result of special figure 1 is a loss symbol A and there is a reach, and furthermore, a variation that indicates a loss by normal reach). In the case of the variation pattern, the left performance symbol 8L and the right performance symbol 8R are temporarily stopped in the same stop mode, and reach is established. At this time, the fluctuation display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 is continuously performed, and the ready-to-win performance is performed according to the fluctuation pattern. It should be noted that the stop order and stop mode of the performance symbols 8L, 8C, and 8R can be changed as appropriate.

10-2-3. N reach (normal reach)
The pachinko game machine 1 can perform N reach when reach is established in normal variation. The N reach is an effect suggesting that the result of the special symbol lottery may have been a "big hit", and functions as an effect capable of suggesting the probability of the big win to the player.

In the N-reach, the state in which the reach is established is maintained for a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds), and then the variation speed of the middle effect symbol 8C gradually decelerates. Then, when the variation pattern of the variation display of the special symbols is, for example, "N loss variation", the performance symbols 8L, 8C, 8R are stop-displayed in a stop mode suggesting a loss (so-called loose eyes). At this time, the small patterns KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are all stopped and displayed in a stop mode suggesting a failure.

On the other hand, when the variation pattern of the variation display of the special symbols is, for example, ``N big win variation'' (big win variation indicating the winning of the big win by normal reach), stop display is performed in a stop mode suggesting a big win (so-called double eyes). At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are all stopped and displayed in a stop mode suggesting a big win. It should be noted that the content of the N-reach effect is not limited to the gradual deceleration of the middle effect symbol 8C, and can be changed or added as appropriate.

In addition, with respect to the stop mode of the production patterns 8L, 8C, and 8R that suggest losing, the loose stitches when the reach is not established are referred to as "non-reach loose stitches" or "non-reach loose stitches", and the loose stitches when the reach is established. They are called "reach loose eyes" or "reach loose eyes". How to combine the production patterns 8L, 8C, and 8R that make up the non-reach loose eyes (for example, "2, 3, 1" and "5, 8, 6", etc.), and each of the reach loose eyes that make up How to combine the performance symbols 8L, 8C, 8R (for example, "2.1.2" or "5.4.5") is selected by the performance control microcomputer 91. FIG. Also, how to combine the production patterns 8L, 8C, and 8R that constitute the stop mode (double eyes) suggesting a big hit (for example, "2.2.2" or "7.7.7"). is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91 based on the type of the winning jackpot symbol.

10-2-4. SP Reach Pachinko game machine 1 can perform SP Reach after N Reach in the variation performance related to Special Figure 1.例文帳に追加The SP reach is an effect suggesting that the possibility that the result of the special pattern lottery was a "jackpot" is higher than the N reach, and functions as an effect capable of suggesting the accuracy of the big win to the player. do.

In the SP reach, after the N reach, for example, a background image dedicated to the SP reach is displayed on the display screen 7a, and an image indicating that the SP reach has started is displayed in the center of the display screen 7a. In addition, an effect dedicated to SP reach is performed. In the present embodiment, as the SP ready-to-play production, a production in which a predetermined story of the main character in the pachinko game machine 1 progresses is executed. Then, when the final phase of the SP reach exclusive production is reached, if the fluctuation pattern of the special symbol fluctuation display is, for example, "SP jackpot fluctuation" (jackpot fluctuation indicating jackpot winning by SP reach), the display screen 7a , a happy ending effect suggesting a big win is performed, and the effect symbols 8L, 8C, 8R are stopped and displayed in a stop mode (so-called double eyes) suggesting a big win. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are all stopped and displayed in a stop mode suggesting a big win.

On the other hand, if the variation pattern of the variable display of the special symbols is, for example, "SP loss variation" (variation of loss with reach indicated by SP reach), a bad end production suggesting loss is performed, and a production pattern is performed. 8L, 8C, and 8R stop and display in a stop mode (so-called loose stitches) suggesting a failure. At this time, the small patterns KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are all stopped and displayed in a stop mode suggesting a failure.

10-2-5. Battle reach Pachinko game machine 1 can perform battle reach after N reach. The battle reach is an effect that can be performed in a state in which the game is progressing mainly by the lottery of the special figure 2 with a high possibility of the jackpot game being performed. Therefore, the battle reach functions as an effect that makes the player expect a big win game.

In battle reach, after N reach, for example, as shown in FIG. An image (Battle Reach start title image) G1 indicating that Reach has started is displayed. After that, as shown in FIG. 53(B), a battle reach exclusive effect is performed. Then, when the final stage of the battle ready-to-win production is reached, if the fluctuation pattern of the special symbol fluctuation display is, for example, "battle jackpot fluctuation" (jackpot fluctuation indicating jackpot winning by battle reach), FIG. 53 (C -1), a success effect suggesting a big win (for example, a display in which the main character wins the battle and stands tall, a victory effect) is performed on the display screen 7a, and the effect patterns 8L, 8C, 8R stops and displays in a stop mode (so-called parallel order) that suggests a big win. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are all stopped and displayed in a stop mode suggesting a big win. Even when a big winning game is played based on the winning of a small winning, it can be performed in the same manner as in the case of winning a big winning. On the other hand, if the variation pattern of the variable display of the special symbol is, for example, "battle loss variation" (loss variation indicating loss due to battle reach), as shown in FIG. (For example, the enemy character wins the battle and stands tall, a defeat effect) is performed, and the effect patterns 8L, 8C, and 8R are stop-displayed in a stop mode (so-called loose eyes) suggesting failure. do. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are all stopped and displayed in a stop mode suggesting a failure. In addition, in this form, in the "battle loss variation" related to the storage of special figure 2 related random numbers last acquired in the time saving state, after that, it is possible to execute the result production described later. It should be noted that the contents of the battle ready-to-win production can be changed or added as appropriate.

10-2-6. Time-Saving Rush Performance Next, the time-saving rush performance that is executed when the result of the special lottery is a special loss (losing pattern D) will be described. The effect control microcomputer 91 can execute the time saving rush effect in a variable effect controlled to the time saving state based on the special loss. Therefore, the time-saving rush effect functions as an effect that makes the player expect to be controlled to the time-saving state.

The production control microcomputer 91 starts a variable production accompanied by a battle reach, similar to the "battle big win fluctuation" and "battle loss fluctuation", even when the time saving rush production is performed. However, when the time-saving rush effect is performed, the effect control microcomputer 91 ends the battle ready-to-win in the middle and shifts to the time-saving rush effect, as shown in FIG. 53(B). That is, each image for battle reach is hidden, and after that, in the shift to the time-saving rush effect, the relief image G70 is first displayed on the display screen 7a (see FIG. 54(A)). The relief image G70 of this embodiment is an image of a fellow character of the main character. By the display of this relief image G70, the time-saving rush effect is started. Also, a relief effect GE is displayed so as to overlap the relief image G70. The rescue effect GE shown in FIG. 54(A) is an image showing how fellow characters are exerting their rescue ability.

And, if the pattern variation is the last time in the time saving state, or the remaining reservation of the special figure 2 in the non-time saving state, and the lottery result is, for example, a loss pattern D (special loss) (that is, then special When it is controlled to the time saving state based on the loss), the production control microcomputer 91 advances the time saving rush production in a successful mode. That is, when the variable effect pattern is "THP75" or "THP95", the rescue effect GE is emphasized as a success mode, and the companion character is able to demonstrate its rescue ability (FIG. 54(B)). . As a result, it is possible to show the player that the time-saving rush effect of the success mode will shift to the time-saving state. In the success mode, after that, as shown in FIG. 54(C), the relief image G70 is hidden, and the effect symbols 8L, 8C, 8R are stopped and displayed with a special eye with the middle effect symbol 8C as the special symbol TZ. In this form, the special symbol TZ is an image containing the characters (○ background) of the name of the production mode corresponding to the time saving state of the transition destination. If it is displayed as Also, the performance symbols 8L, 8C, 8R are stop-displayed with the special stitches, and the small patterns KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are stop-displayed with the specific stitches of "1, 3, 5" (see FIG. 54(C)). As described above, in this embodiment, the production patterns 8L, 8C, and 8R are stop-displayed with a special eye, and the small patterns KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are stop-displayed with a specific eye, and the shift to the time-saving state is made. is suggested. That is, the production patterns 8L, 8C, and 8R are stopped and displayed with special eyes, and the small patterns KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are stopped and displayed with specific eyes, which means that the transition to the time saving state (with special loss It functions as an effect that suggests to the player that Incidentally, the special stitches of the performance symbols 8L, 8C, 8R and the specific stitches of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 can be changed as appropriate.

On the other hand, if the pattern variation is the last one in the time saving state, or the remaining reservation of the special figure 2 in the non-time saving state, and the lottery result is, for example, a lost pattern C (normal loss) (that is, then special When it is not controlled to the time-saving state based on the loss), the time-saving rush production progresses in a failure mode. That is, when the variable effect pattern is "THP74" or "THP94", the mode of failure is to weaken the rescue effect GE and then erase it, thereby showing how the companion character cannot demonstrate its rescue ability (FIG. 54 ( D)). In the failure mode, after that, as shown in FIG. 54(E), the performance symbols 8L, 8C, 8R are stopped and displayed with a loose pattern suggesting a failure. In accordance with this, the small patterns KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed with separate stitches. In addition, in this form, in the failure mode of the time saving rush production related to the memory of the last acquired special figure 2 related random number in the time saving state, after that, it is possible to execute the result production described later. In addition, it is possible to change or add the production contents of the time saving rush production as appropriate.

10-2-7. Result Production Next, the result production will be described. As described above, when the lottery result related to the storage of the special figure 2 related random number acquired last in the time saving state is a normal loss, the production control microcomputer 91 is usually lost according to the pattern variation. Result production can be executed. After the result performance is performed, the game progresses mainly with the lottery of the special figure 1.例文帳に追加Therefore, the result effect then functions as a effect suggesting that the game proceeds mainly through the lottery of the special figure 1.例文帳に追加Furthermore, it also functions as an effect suggesting that the state advantageous to the player whose game is progressed mainly by the lottery of the special figure 2 ends. Incidentally, the result production is a production that is not executed in the battle reach when the jackpot game is played after that, or in the time-saving rush production of the success mode when the special losing pattern D is won.

FIG. 55(A) is a diagram for explaining a case where a result effect is executed in the "battle loss variation" related to the memory of the special figure 2 related random number finally acquired during the time saving state. As shown in FIG. 55(A), a result image RG is displayed in the result effect in the "battle losing variation". The result image RG displayed in the "battle losing variation" is displayed in front of the effect symbols 8L, 8C, 8R, etc., which are stopped and displayed in a mode suggesting losing. The result image RG includes the number of game balls acquired in the game progressed mainly through the lottery of special figure 2, the number of jackpot games executed in that state, and the like. As a result, it is possible to appropriately show the player the result of the game in which the lottery of the special figure 2 is mainly progressed.

FIG. 55(B) is a diagram for explaining the case where the result production is executed in the failure mode of the time saving rush production related to the storage of the special figure 2 related random number acquired last in the time saving state. As shown in FIG. 55(B), the result image RG is displayed in the result effect in the failure mode of the rush effect as well as in the result effect in the "battle loss variation". In addition, even in the result performance in the failure mode of the time-saving rush performance, the result image RG is displayed in front of the performance symbols 8L, 8C, 8R, etc., which are stop-displayed in a mode suggesting failure. Then, it is possible to appropriately show the player the result of the game in which the lottery of the special figure 2 is mainly progressed by the result effect.

10-2-8. About production when the number of times of time saving is remaining 1 time In the pachinko game machine 1 of this form, when the number of times of time saving is controlled to the time saving state and becomes 1 time remaining (see FIG. 50), in the variable production, the game A first prize promotion performance is executed to prompt the player to hit the right hand so that the player wins the game ball in the second start port 21 and accumulates the special figure 2 reserved number up to the upper limit number (4 pieces).

When the game balls are entered into the second starting port 21 according to the first prize promotion performance and the number of reserved special figures 2 is stored up to the upper limit (4 pieces), the execution of the first prize promotion performance is completed. When the execution of the first prize promotion effect is completed, the second prize promotion effect is executed next.

According to the second winning promotion effect, when the game ball is won in the second starting port 21, the possibility of executing the icon change effect of changing the display mode of the icon TA and the display mode of the pending icon HA is executed. A suggestive icon change suggestion effect (promotion suggestion effect) may be executed. Here, the icon change effect means that the icon in the normal display mode (holding icon HA1, the icon TA1) displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 is changed to the special display mode (first special display mode, second special display mode). mode, third special display mode) (holding icon HA1, icon TA1). It should be noted that this is an effect that can be executed when a game ball is made to enter the second starting port 21 during execution of the second winning promoting effect.

The icon change suggestion effect of this form means that the number of times of time saving in the time saving state remains one time, and within the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second winning promotion effect, further at the second start port 21 This is an effect executed when a game ball is won. Further, in the icon change suggesting effect of this embodiment, a game ball image YM (game ball image) imitating a game ball is displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7, and the game ball image YM is an icon (the icon TA, It moves toward the pending icon HA) and collides with the icon (the icon TA, the pending icon HA). It should be noted that each winning opening (the 2 Start opening 21, the same number of game ball images YM as the total number of prize balls won by winning in the normal winning opening 27 provided in the right game area 3B are displayed at a predetermined timing (for example, the second winning promotion) When 4 seconds have passed since the performance execution period started, the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 is displayed. For example, each winning opening (the 2. If the total number of prize balls obtained by winning in the start opening 21 and the normal winning opening 27 provided in the right game area 3B is 1 ball (first total number), an image is displayed in the icon change suggestion effect. One game ball image YM is displayed on the display screen 7 a of the display device 7 . By using such an icon change suggestion effect, the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second prize promotion effect is performed at a predetermined timing (for example, 4 seconds after the start of the execution period for the second prize promotion effect). By the time), the number of game balls paid out by winning to each winning port (second starting port 21, normal winning port 27 provided in the right game area 3B) is displayed on the image display device with icon change suggesting effect. It is possible for the player to grasp that it is related to the number of game ball images YM displayed on the display screen 7a of No.7.

Next, with reference to FIG. 56 to FIG. 59, an effect executed when the number of times of time saving in the controlled time saving state becomes one remaining time will be described. The production example shown in FIG. 55 is one of the special figure fluctuation pattern "P31", the special figure fluctuation pattern "P32", the special figure fluctuation pattern "P33", or the special figure fluctuation pattern "P34". It is a variable production based on. 55, one of scenario pattern 1, scenario pattern 4, scenario pattern 5, scenario pattern 6, or scenario pattern 7 shown in FIG. 48 is selected by the effect control microcomputer 91. shall have been.

During the setting of the night background mode, when the number of times of time saving in the time saving state remains one time, and the player wins one game ball in the second start port 21, the lottery of the special figure 2 in the time saving state is performed. done. Based on the lottery result of the special figure 2, when the variable effect is started, as shown in FIG. At the same time, the variable display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2 and KZ3 is also started. Further, when the variation effect based on the lottery result of the special figure 2 is started, the icon TA1 in the normal display mode is displayed in the icon display area 7e of the image display device 7 as shown in FIG. 56(A). .

Also, the first winning promotion effect is executed in the variable effect based on the lottery result of the special figure 2. - 特許庁When the first prize-winning effect is executed, as shown in FIG. An arrow image YZ pointing to the lower right is also displayed. When the character image TM is displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7, it is possible to urge the player to win the game ball in the second starting port 21 and accumulate the special figure 2 reservation. Further, when the arrow image YZ is displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7, it is possible to urge the player to enter the game ball through the second start hole 21 to win.

After that, as shown in FIG. 56 (B), when the player wins the game ball in the second start port 21 and accumulates the number of special figures 2 reserved to the upper limit number (4 pieces), the execution of the first winning promotion effect ends. When the execution of the first winning promotion effect is completed, a character image ZM indicating "Ready!" By displaying the character image ZM on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7, it is possible for the player to grasp that the number of special figures 2 reserved has accumulated to the upper limit number (4 pieces).

Subsequently, when the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second prize promotion performance is started in the variable performance based on the lottery result of the special figure 2, the second prize promotion performance is executed. When the execution of the second prize-winning effect is started, as shown in FIG. 56(C), the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 displays a character image TM2 indicating "Insert more!" An arrow image YZ pointing to the lower right of the screen 7a is displayed. When the character image TM2 is displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7, it is possible to urge the player to enter the game ball into the second starting port 21 and save the special figure 2 reservation. Further, when the arrow image YZ is displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7, it is possible to urge the player to enter the game ball into the second starting hole 21. FIG.

For example, before a predetermined timing (for example, when 4 seconds have passed since the execution period of the second winning promotion effect started) within the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second winning promotion effect, the second If there is no additional winning to the second starting port 21, the icon change suggesting effect and the icon change suggesting effect are not executed. After that, it develops into Battle Reach.

On the other hand, before a predetermined timing (for example, when 4 seconds have passed since the execution period of the second prize promotion effect started) within the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second prize promotion effect, When there is an additional winning at the second starting port 21, one of the example effects shown in FIG. 57(A), the example shown in FIG. 58(A), or the example shown in FIG. 59(A) Let's move on to the example.

For example, a case where the icon change effect is not executed will be described using the effect example shown in FIG. In FIG. 57, within the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second winning promotion effect, by a predetermined timing (for example, when 4 seconds have passed since the execution period of the second winning promotion effect started) , The total number of prize balls obtained by winning in each prize winning opening (the second start opening 21, the normal winning opening 27 provided in the right game area 3B) is assumed to be 1 ball.

In the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second winning promotion effect, by a predetermined timing, when only one game ball is won in the second start port 21, the predetermined timing (for example, the second 2 When 4 seconds have elapsed since the start of the execution period of the winning promotion effect, the icon change suggesting effect is executed. When the icon change suggestion effect is executed, one first game ball image YM1 is displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 as shown in FIG. It moves toward the icon TA1 in the normal display mode and collides with the icon TA in the normal display mode. Note that the effect mode of the icon change suggestion effect in which the first game ball image YM1 is displayed corresponds to the "first effect mode".

However, when the icon change effect is not executed after the icon change suggestion effect is executed, the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 shows one icon TA1 in the normal display mode, The four hold icons HA1 in the normal display mode remain displayed. After that, when the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second prize promotion effect ends and the execution of the second prize promotion effect ends, the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 appears as shown in FIG. 57(B). , the display of the character image TM2 ends. After this, it will develop into Battle Reach.

Next, for example, when the icon change suggestion effect is executed, the icon change effect is executed, and the scenario pattern 5 is selected as the scenario pattern of the icon TA displayed in the icon display area 7e. will be used to explain. Note that in FIG. 58, each of the The total number of prize balls obtained by winning in the prize winning opening (the second start opening 21, the normal winning opening 27 provided in the right game area 3B) is assumed to be 1 ball.

By a predetermined timing (for example, when 4 seconds have passed since the execution period of the second prize promotion effect started) of the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second prize promotion effect, the game is entered into the second start port 21 When only one ball wins, that is, the total number of prize balls obtained by winning in each winning hole (second start hole 21, normal winning hole 27 provided in the right game area 3B) is one ball. In some cases, the icon changes at a predetermined timing (for example, when 4 seconds have passed since the execution period of the second prize promotion effect started) during the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second prize promotion effect. Suggestion production is executed. When the icon change suggestion effect is executed, one first game ball image YM1 is displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 as shown in FIG. It moves toward the icon TA1 in the normal display mode and collides with the icon TA1 in the normal display mode.

For example, when the icon change effect is executed after the icon change suggestion effect is executed, as shown in FIG. A character image HM is displayed. By displaying a character image HM indicating "change" above the icon display area 7e on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7, the display mode of the icon TA displayed in the icon display area 7e is changed. It is possible to make them understand that it will be done.

Thereafter, the icon TA1 in the normal display mode displayed in the icon display area 7e on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 (see FIG. 58B) is changed to the icon TA2 in the first special display mode. (Refer to FIG. 58(C)), the execution of the icon change effect ends. When the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second winning promotion effect ends and the execution of the second winning promotion effect ends, the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 appears as shown in FIG. 58(C). , the display of the character image TM2 and the arrow image YZ ends.

Next, for example, the icon change effect is executed after the icon change suggestion effect is executed, and the scenario pattern 5 is selected as the scenario pattern of the icon TA displayed in the icon display area 7e, and displayed in the first display area 7d1. Scenario pattern 1 is selected as the scenario pattern of the displayed pending icon HA, scenario pattern 6 is selected as the scenario pattern of the pending icon HA displayed in the second display area 7d2, and displayed in the third display area 7d3. FIG. 59 shows an example of an effect when scenario pattern 7 is selected as the scenario pattern for the pending icon HA displayed and scenario pattern 1 is selected as the scenario pattern for the pending icon HA displayed in the fourth display area 7d4. will be used for explanation. In addition, in FIG. 59, each of The total number of prize balls obtained by winning in the prize winning opening (the second start opening 21, the normal winning opening 27 provided in the right game area 3B) is assumed to be 5 balls (second total number).

By a predetermined timing (for example, when 4 seconds have passed since the execution period of the second prize promotion effect started) of the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second prize promotion effect, for example, the second start port 21 When two game balls are won in the second and one ball is entered in the normal winning opening 27 provided in the right game area 3B, that is, each winning opening (second start opening 21, normal opening provided in the right game area 3B When the total number of prize balls obtained by winning a prize in the prize opening 27) is 5, a predetermined timing (for example, the second prize promotion) of the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second prize promotion effect When 4 seconds have passed since the performance execution period started, the icon change suggestion performance shown in FIG. 59(A) is executed. When the icon change suggestion effect is executed, the first game ball image YM1, the second game ball image YM2, and the third game ball image are displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 as shown in FIG. 59(A). YM3, a fourth game ball image YM4, and a fifth game ball image YM5 are displayed. It should be noted that the icon change suggesting effect in which the first game ball image YM1, the second game ball image YM2, the third game ball image YM3, the fourth game ball image YM4, and the fifth game ball image YM5 are displayed. The effect mode corresponds to the "second effect mode".

As shown in FIG. 59A, the first game ball image YM1 moves toward the icon TA1 in the normal display mode displayed in the icon display area 7e, and collides with the icon TA in the normal display mode. will do. Further, as shown in FIG. 59(A), the second game ball image YM2 moves toward the normally displayed suspended icon HA1 displayed in the first display area 7d1, and moves toward the normally displayed suspended icon HA1. will collide with Further, as shown in FIG. 59(A), the third game ball image YM3 moves toward the normal display state of the suspended icon HA1 displayed in the second display area 7d2, and moves toward the normal display state of the suspended icon HA1. will collide with Further, as shown in FIG. 59(A), the fourth game ball image YM4 moves toward the normally displayed suspended icon HA1 displayed in the third display area 7d3, and moves toward the normally displayed suspended icon HA1. will collide with Further, as shown in FIG. 59(A), the fifth game ball image YM5 moves toward the normally displayed suspended icon HA1 displayed in the fourth display area 7d4, and moves toward the normally displayed suspended icon HA1. will collide with

For example, when the icon change effect is executed after the icon change suggestion effect is executed, as shown in FIG. A character image HM is displayed. Further, as shown in FIG. 59(B), a character image HM indicating "Change" is also displayed above the second display area 7d2 on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7, and the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 is displayed. A character image HM indicating "change" is also displayed above the third display area 7d3 in . By displaying the character image HM indicating "change" above the icon display area 7e, the user can understand that the icon TA1 in the normal display mode displayed in the icon display area 7e is changed. It becomes possible. In addition, by displaying the character image HM indicating "change" above the second display area 7d2, the user can understand that the hold icon HA1 in the normal display mode displayed in the second display area 7d2 is changed. becomes possible. In addition, by displaying the character image HM indicating "change" above the third display area 7d3, the user can understand that the hold icon HA1 in the normal display mode displayed in the third display area 7d3 is changed. becomes possible.

Thereafter, the icon TA1 in the normal display mode (white) displayed in the icon display area 7e (see FIG. 59B) is changed to the icon TA2 in the first special display mode (blue) (see FIG. 59B). (C)), the hold icon HA1 in the normal display mode (white) displayed in the first display area 7d1 remains unchanged (see FIG. 59C), and is displayed in the second display area 7d2. The suspended icon HA1 in the normal display mode (white) (see FIG. 59B) is changed to the suspended icon HA3 in the second special display mode (green) (see FIG. 59C). Further, the normal display state (white) of the hold icon HA1 displayed in the third display area 7d3 (see FIG. 59B) is changed to the third special display state (red) of the hold icon HA4 (see FIG. 59B). (C)), and the normal display state (white) of the hold icon HA1 displayed in the fourth display area 7d4 remains unchanged (see FIG. 59C). By executing the icon change effect, the display mode of the icon TA displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 and the display mode of the plurality of pending icons HA may be changed. (the icon TA, the reserved icon HA), and the player can be urged to hit rightward to win the second starting opening 21 or the normal winning opening 27.例文帳に追加When the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second winning promotion effect ends and the execution of the second winning promotion effect ends, the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 appears as shown in FIG. 59(C). , the display of the character image TM2 ends.

In a conventional pachinko game machine, according to the result of the look-ahead determination, for example, in the opening effect of the jackpot game, a special display mode different from the normal display mode is displayed on the liquid crystal display device. It was possible to suggest that there was a high possibility that

However, there is still room for improvement in terms of improving the amusement of the game simply by displaying the effect image in the special display mode on the effect display device to suggest that the degree of expectation for the big win is higher than in the normal display mode.

Therefore, in the pachinko game machine 1 of the present embodiment, when the number of times of time saving in the time saving state remains one time, the game ball flowing down the right game area 3B is hit to the right, and the second start port 21, Depending on the total number of prize balls paid out after entering the normal winning hole 27, the effect mode of the icon change suggestion effect is changed. Specifically, a game ball image YM of the same number as the total number of awarded balls paid out after the game balls flowing down the right game area 3B enter the second starting hole 21 and the normal winning hole 27 is displayed. It will be displayed on the display screen 7a of the display device 7, and it is possible to make the effect more enjoyable when the remaining number of times of time saving in the time saving state is one. In addition, if the total number of the game balls flowing down the right game area 3B entering the second starting hole 21 and the normal winning hole 27 and paid out is 5 balls or more, 1 ball or more The possibility that the icon change effect is executed after the icon change suggestion effect is higher than when the number of balls is four or less. As a result, when the remaining number of times of time saving in the time saving state is one, the display mode of the icon (the icon TA, the pending icon HA) displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 The result of the jackpot determination or It is possible to make the player positively hit to the right by making the player feel expectation for the degree of expectation for the big win based on the result of the look-ahead determination, and to improve the amusement of the game.

11. Effect of the embodiment According to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the first embodiment as described in detail above, during the execution of the variation production in the case where it is controlled to the time saving state and the number of time saving times becomes one remaining time, When the icon change performance is executed, the display mode of the icons (suspended icon HA, the icon TA) displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 changes from the normal display mode to a higher expectation for the big win than the normal display mode. It is changed to the first special display mode (see FIGS. 58(C) and 59(C)). As a result, when the icons in the normal display mode (holding icon HA1, icon TA1) are displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7, the icon change effect is expected to be executed, and the second icon is actively displayed. It is possible to urge the game ball to enter the starting port 21.例文帳に追加Therefore, when the icon change effect is executed based on the winning to the second starting port 21, it is possible to make the player who wins the game ball to the second starting port 21 expect a big win. As a result, it is possible to improve the game interest.

Further, according to the pachinko game machine 1 according to the first embodiment, based on the winning to the second start port 21, it is controlled to the time-saving state and the number of time-savings is one remaining time. During this, an icon change suggesting effect is executed that suggests the possibility that the icon change effect will be executed. When the icon change effect is executed, it is possible to draw attention to the icons in the normal display mode (holding icon HA1, icon TA1) displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7.例文帳に追加As a result, when the icon change suggesting effect is executed based on the winning in the second starting port 21, the focused icon (holding icon HA1, icon TA1) in the normal display mode is displayed as the first special display. It is possible to make the player expect to be changed to the mode icon (holding icon HA2, the icon TA2), and it is possible to improve the amusement of the game.

Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the first embodiment, when the icon change suggestion effect is executed, the game ball image YM imitating the game ball is displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7. , it is possible for the player to grasp that the icon change suggesting effect is the effect executed based on the winning of the game ball to the second starting port 21.例文帳に追加As a result, the execution of the icon change effect can be expected more by winning the second start port 21, and the game interest can be improved.

Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the first embodiment, a game ball image corresponding to the total number of prize balls paid out by winning a prize to the second start port 21 is displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7. is displayed (see FIGS. 57(A), 58(A), and 59(A)). As a result, it is possible to make it easier for the player to grasp that the icon change suggesting effect is the effect executed based on the winning to the second start port 21 . Therefore, by winning a prize to the second start port 21, it becomes possible to make the player pay attention to whether or not the icon change suggestive effect is executed after the icon change suggestive effect is executed, so that the amusement of the game can be improved.

Further, according to the pachinko game machine 1 according to the first embodiment, the total number of prize balls paid out by winning the second start port 21 and the normal winning port 27 provided in the right game area 3B is 1 ball. From the above, when it is 5 balls or more than when it is 4 balls or less, the icon change effect is performed during the execution of the variable effect when it is controlled to the time saving state and the number of times of time saving is 1 remaining. It is easy to execute (see FIG. 49). As a result, when the icons in the normal display mode (holding icon HA1, icon TA1) are displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7, the normal icons provided in the second start port 21 and the right game area 3B are displayed. It is possible to urge the player to positively enter the second start hole 21 so that the total number of prize balls put out by winning the prize to the prize hole 27 reaches 5 or more. Therefore, when the icon change performance is executed, it is possible to enhance the interest in the game by making the player feel that the icon change performance is executed by actively winning the prize to the second start port 21.例文帳に追加

Further, according to the pachinko game machine 1 according to the first embodiment, based on the winning to the second start port 21, it is controlled to the time-saving state and the number of time-savings is one remaining time. When the total number of prize balls paid out by winning to the second starting port 21 and the normal winning port 27 provided in the right game area 3B is one ball, the display screen of the image display device 7 is displayed. The icon change suggestion effect of the first effect mode in which the first game ball image YM1 is displayed in 7a is executed. On the other hand, based on the winning to the second start port 21, during the execution of the variation production in the case where it is controlled to the time saving state and the number of time saving times is one remaining time, the second start port 21 and the right game area 3B When the total number of prize balls paid out due to the winning in the normal prize winning port 27 provided in the is five, the first game ball image YM1 and the second game The icon change suggesting effect of the second effect mode in which the ball image YM2, the third game ball image YM3, the fourth game ball image YM4, and the fifth game ball image YM5 are displayed is executed. As a result, the game balls displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 are displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 according to the total number of prize balls paid out by winning in the second starting hole 21 and the normal winning hole 27 provided in the right game area 3B. It is possible to entertain the player with an icon change suggesting effect in which the number of images YM is different. Therefore, it is possible to make the player aware of the prize winning in the second starting hole 21 and the normal prize winning hole 27 provided in the right game area 3B by the effect mode of the executed icon change suggesting effect, thereby improving the game amusement. becomes possible.

12. Modifications Modifications will be described below. In addition, in the description of the modified example, the same reference numerals are given to the same configurations as the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the above-described embodiment, and the description thereof will be omitted. Of course, the configurations according to the modified examples may be combined as appropriate. Moreover, technical features in the above embodiments and modifications below can be deleted as appropriate unless they are described as essential in this specification.

In the first embodiment, the second starting port 21 corresponds to the "predetermined ball entrance", but it is not limited to this. For example, the first starting port 20 may correspond to the "predetermined ball entrance". Also, the first starting port 20 and the second starting port 21 may correspond to the "predetermined ball entrance". Further, another starting port different from the first starting port 20 and the second starting port 21 may correspond to the "predetermined ball entrance".

In the above-described first embodiment, the 1st kind jackpot game and the 2nd kind jackpot game corresponded to the "special game state", but it is not limited to this. For example, the 1st kind jackpot game or the 2nd kind jackpot game may correspond to the "special game state". Also, for example, a jackpot game (1 type jackpot game, 2 types jackpot game) and a time saving state may correspond to the "special game state". Also, for example, the time saving state may correspond to the "special game state". Further, in the first embodiment, the game machine is configured as a so-called one-kind-two-kind machine, but it may be a so-called "ST machine" or "probability-variable loop machine" type game machine. In this case, the gaming state of the gaming machine may include a high-probability state in which the probability of winning a big win is high and a low-probability state in which the probability of winning a big win is lower than that in the high-probability state. In the case of a so-called "ST machine" or a "probability variable loop machine" type game machine, for example, the high probability state and the time saving state may correspond to the "special game state". Moreover, a jackpot game (1st kind jackpot game, 2nd kind jackpot game), and a high probability state and a time saving state may correspond to a "special game state." Also, for example, a jackpot game (1 type jackpot game, 2 types jackpot game), a low probability state and time saving state, and a high probability state and time saving state may correspond to the "special game state". Also, for example, the high probability state and the non-time saving state may correspond to the "special game state". In addition, the jackpot game (1 type jackpot game, 2 types jackpot game), and the high probability state and non-time saving state may correspond to the "special game state". Also, for example, a jackpot game (1 type jackpot game, 2 types jackpot game), low probability state and time saving state, high probability state and time saving state, and high probability state and non-time saving state correspond to "special game state" can be

In the first embodiment, the icons (the icon TA and the pending icon HA) corresponded to the "specific display", but are not limited to this. For example, the icon TA may correspond to "specific display". Also, the pending icon HA may correspond to the "specific display". Also, an image (for example, panel image) displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 other than the pending icon HA and the icon TA may correspond to the "specific display". Specifically, for example, the panel image displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 corresponding to the special drawing lottery result, and the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 corresponding to the special drawing reservation The reserved panel image to be displayed may correspond to the "specific display".

In the first embodiment, the normal display mode of the icons (the icon TA and the pending icon HA) corresponds to the "first display mode". However, it is not limited to this. For example, the first special display mode (blue) of an icon (the icon TA, the pending icon HA) with a higher expectation of a big win than the normal display mode (white) of the icon (the icon TA, the pending icon HA) is the "first The second special display mode (green) of the icons (the icon TA and the pending icon HA) may correspond to the "second display mode".

In the first embodiment, the first special display mode (blue) of the icons (the icon TA and the pending icon HA) corresponds to the "second display mode". However, it is not limited to this. For example, the second special display mode (green) or the third special display mode (red) of the icons (the icon TA and the pending icon HA) may correspond to the "second display mode". In addition, the first special display mode (blue), the second special display mode (green), and the third special display mode (red) of the icons (the icon TA and the pending icon HA) correspond to the "second display mode". You can

Although the icon change effect of the first embodiment corresponds to "promoting effect", it is not limited to this. For example, if the effect is to change the image mode of the effect image displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 to an image mode with a high degree of expectation for a big hit by winning a game ball into the second start hole 21, then "promotion It may correspond to "directing". For example, the image mode of a specific effect image displayed on the display unit 50a is changed to an image mode with a high expectation for a big win, or the specific sound output from the speaker 52 is changed to a sound with a high expectation for a big win. a production that changes the specific lighting mode of the frame lamp 53 or the board lamp 54 to a lighting mode with a high expectation for a big win, or a production that changes the production mode of a cut-in production to a production mode with a high expectation for a big win. production, changing the production mode of the step-up notice to a production mode with a high degree of expectation for a big hit, or changing the production mode of a notice using an effect image to a production mode with a high degree of expectation for a big hit, etc. There is

Although the icon change suggesting effect of the first embodiment corresponds to the "promotion suggesting effect", it is not limited to this. For example, if the winning of the game ball to the second starting port 21 is an effect that suggests the possibility that the icon change effect will be executed, for example, a specific effect image is displayed on the display unit 50a, or the speaker 52 The effect of outputting a specific sound, causing the frame lamp 53 and board lamp 54 to emit light in a specific lighting mode, and displaying cut-in notice, step-up notice, notice using effect images, etc. It may correspond to "performance".

In the icon change suggesting effect of the first embodiment, the game ball image YM imitating a game ball moves toward the icons (suspended icon HA, the icon TA), and the game ball image YM moves toward the icons (suspended icon HA, icon TA). The effect was to collide with the icon TA). However, it is not limited to this. For example, the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 may simply display the game ball image YM. Further, for example, the image mode of the game ball image YM may include a normal image mode and a special image mode suggesting that the icon change effect is more likely to be executed than the normal image mode. In this case, by changing the image mode of the game ball image YM displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7, it is possible to encourage the player whether or not he/she can expect the icon change effect to be executed. becomes.

In the icon change suggestion effect of the first embodiment, the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second prize promotion effect is set at a predetermined timing (for example, 4 seconds have passed since the start of the execution period of the second prize promotion effect). The game ball image YM is displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 by winning the second starting opening 21 or the normal winning opening 27 before the hour). However, it is not limited to this. For example, in the icon change suggestion effect of the first embodiment, the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second winning promotion effect is set at a predetermined timing (for example, 4 seconds after the start of the execution period of the second winning promotion effect). The game ball image YM may be displayed according to the winning of the game ball only to the second starting hole 21 until the time has elapsed).

In the icon change suggestion effect of the first embodiment, the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second prize promotion effect is set at a predetermined timing (for example, 4 seconds have passed since the start of the execution period of the second prize promotion effect). A game ball image YM for the total number of prize balls according to the winning of the game balls to the second start opening 21 or the normal winning opening 27 provided in the right game area 3B until the time is reached is displayed on the image display device 7. displayed on the display screen 7a. However, it is not limited to this. For example, in the icon change suggestion effect, the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second winning promotion effect becomes a predetermined timing (for example, when 4 seconds have passed since the execution period of the second winning promotion effect started). The game ball images YM corresponding to the total number of prize balls corresponding to the winning of the game balls to the second starting port 21 up to and may be displayed on the display screen 7 a of the image display device 7 . In addition, the second starting opening until the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second winning promotion effect reaches a predetermined timing (for example, when 4 seconds have passed since the execution period of the second winning promotion effect started) 21, the game for the total number of prize balls according to the winning of game balls to another ball entrance different from the normal winning opening 27, the second starting opening 21 and the normal winning opening 27 (for example, the first starting opening 20) The spherical image YM may be displayed on the display screen 7 a of the image display device 7 .

In the icon change suggestion effect of the first embodiment, the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second prize promotion effect is set at a predetermined timing (for example, 4 seconds have passed since the start of the execution period of the second prize promotion effect). A game ball image YM for the total number of prize balls according to the winning of the game balls to the second start opening 21 or the normal winning opening 27 provided in the right game area 3B until the time is reached is displayed on the image display device 7. displayed on the display screen 7a. However, it is not limited to this. For example, in the icon change suggestion effect of the first embodiment, the total number of prize balls corresponding to the winning of the game balls to the second starting port 21 or the normal winning port 27 provided in the right game area 3B is the first total. Until the number (for example, 3 balls) is reached, only one game ball image YM is displayed, and no game ball enters the second starting hole 21 or the normal winning hole 27 provided in the right game area 3B. When the total number of the corresponding prize balls reaches the second total number (5 balls), five game ball images YM are displayed, and the second start opening 21 and the normal winning opening 27 provided in the right game area 3B are displayed. When the total number of prize balls according to the winning game balls reaches the third total number (10 balls), 10 or more game ball images YM may be displayed.

In the icon change effect of the first embodiment, the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second prize promotion effect is set at a predetermined timing (for example, when 4 seconds have passed since the start of the execution period of the second prize promotion effect). ) until the total number of prize balls according to the winning of game balls to the second start port 21 or the normal winning port 27 provided in the right game area 3B is 1 ball or more and 4 balls or less than , five balls or more, the icon change effect was more likely to be executed (see FIG. 49). However, it is not limited to this. For example, in the icon change effect, the total number of prize balls corresponding to the winning of the game balls only to the second start hole 21 is 5 or more than 1 or more and 4 or less. , the configuration may be such that the icon change effect is easily executed.

Until the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second prize promotion effect of the first embodiment reaches a predetermined timing (for example, when 4 seconds have passed since the start of the execution period for the second prize promotion effect) 1 ball or more and 4 balls or less, which is the total number of prize balls according to the winning of the game balls to the second start port 21 or the normal winning port 27 provided in the right game area 3B, corresponds to the "first total number" 5 balls or more corresponded to the "second total number". However, it is not limited to this. For example, if the second total number is greater than the first total number, the total number may be changed as appropriate.

In the effect mode of the icon change suggestive effect of the first embodiment, the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second prize promotion effect is set at a predetermined timing (for example, 4 seconds after the start of the execution period of the second prize promotion effect). Seconds have elapsed), the number of performance modes corresponding to the total number of prize balls paid out by entering the second start port 21 and the normal winning port 27 provided in the right game area 3B. Ta. However, it is not limited to this. For example, until the total number of prize balls corresponding to the winning of game balls to the second start port 21 or the normal winning port 27 provided in the right game area 3B reaches the first total number (for example, 3 balls) , a first performance mode in which one game ball image YM is displayed is selected, and the number of prize balls according to the winning of the game ball into the second starting hole 21 or the normal winning hole 27 provided in the right game area 3B is selected. Until the total number reaches the second total number (for example, 5 balls), the second effect mode in which the three game ball images YM are displayed may be selected. In this case, the first effect mode in which one game ball image YM is displayed corresponds to the "first effect mode", and the second effect mode in which three game ball images YM are displayed corresponds to the "second effect". It may correspond to "mode". Also, for example, the total number of prize balls according to the winning of the game balls to the second starting port 21 or the normal winning port 27 provided in the right game area 3B reaches the first total number (for example, 3 balls) Up to this point, a first effect mode in which a normal size game ball image YM is displayed is selected, and a prize corresponding to the winning of the game ball into the second starting hole 21 or the normal winning hole 27 provided in the right game area 3B is awarded. Until the total number of balls reaches the second total number (for example, 5 balls), the second effect mode is selected in which the game ball image YM having a larger size than the game ball image YM in the first effect mode is displayed. A configuration may be used. In this case, the first effect mode in which the normal size game ball image YM is displayed corresponds to the "first effect mode", and the game ball image YM of a size larger than the game ball image YM in the first effect mode is displayed. The second effect mode may correspond to the "second effect mode".

Until a predetermined timing (for example, when 4 seconds have passed since the execution period of the second prize promotion effect started) in the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second prize promotion effect of the first embodiment 1 ball, which is the total number of prize balls according to the winning of game balls to the second start hole 21 or the normal winning hole 27 provided in the right game area 3B, corresponds to the "first total number", and 5 balls It corresponded to the "second total number". However, it is not limited to this. For example, if the second total number is greater than the first total number, the total number may be changed as appropriate.

In the first embodiment, during the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second winning promotion effect, the icon change suggestion effect is executed once, and the icon change effect is executed once. . However, it is not limited to this. For example, the icon change suggestion effect and the icon change effect may be executed multiple times during the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second winning promotion effect. In this case, for example, when the icon change effect is executed after the icon change suggesting effect is executed, the icon change suggesting effect and the icon change effect are not executed for a certain period of time, and the second start port 21 and the right game are played during the fixed period. The game ball images YM corresponding to the total number of prize balls paid out by winning the normal prize opening 27 provided in the area 3B may be displayed by the icon change suggesting effect to be executed next. . As a result, the player can be made to hit to the right and win the second starting hole 21 and the normal winning hole 27 provided in the right game area 3B.

In the first embodiment, until the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second prize promotion effect reaches a predetermined timing (for example, when 4 seconds have elapsed since the start of the execution period for the second prize promotion effect). 2, a game ball image displayed corresponding to the prize balls paid out after entering the second starting hole 21 and the prize balls paid out after entering the normal winning hole 27 provided in the right game area 3B. The game ball images displayed corresponding to were the same. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the color of the game ball image displayed corresponding to the prize balls paid out after entering the second start hole 21 and the color of the game ball image displayed corresponding to the prize balls paid out after entering the second start hole 21, The color of the game ball image displayed corresponding to the winning ball may be changed. As a result, it becomes possible for the player to easily grasp whether the number of prize balls is obtained by making the player enter the second start hole 21 or the number of prize balls is obtained by making the player enter the normal prize winning hole 27.例文帳に追加

In the above-described first embodiment, in the icon change suggestion effect, the image mode of the game ball image YM displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 may be varied according to the degree of expectation for the big win. For example, as the image mode of the game ball image YM, there may be a normal image mode and a first special image mode suggesting that the degree of expectation for a big win is higher than the normal image mode. As a result, the game ball image YM displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 in the icon change suggesting effect suggests the degree of expectation for the big win to the player, thereby allowing the player to grasp the degree of expectation for the big win. It becomes possible. Therefore, in the icon change suggestion effect, the game ball image YM displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 can amuse the player, and the game interest can be improved.

The icon change effect and the icon change suggestive effect of the first embodiment are performed at a predetermined timing (for example, 5 seconds) during the execution period (for example, 5 seconds) of the second prize promotion effect. There was a case where it was executed when seconds passed)). However, it is not limited to this. For example, the execution period of the second winning promotion effect can be changed as appropriate. In addition, it is possible to appropriately change the timing of the execution period of the second winning promotion effect as the predetermined timing.

In the above-described first embodiment, the lottery of the special figure 1 results in a 4R jackpot, and after the end of the executed jackpot game, the time saving state is controlled once, and the losing pattern B is stopped and displayed and controlled. Time saving state of 1 time, time saving state of 1 time saving number controlled by reaching the number of time saving grant times, icon change when the number of time saving times after the end of the jackpot game is 1 remaining (see FIG. 50) There was a case where a suggestion effect and an icon change effect were executed. However, it is not limited to this. For example, when the special figure 1 lottery results in a 4R jackpot, and the time saving state of one time saving number of times controlled after the end of the executed jackpot game, or when the remaining number of time saving times after the jackpot game ends is one Only, the icon change suggesting effect and the icon change effect may be executed. Also, for example, a 4R jackpot is obtained in the lottery of the special figure 1, and the icon change suggestion performance and the icon change performance are executed only in the time reduction state of one time reduction controlled after the end of the executed jackpot game. It is good as

The icon change effect and the icon change suggesting effect in the first embodiment are executed for the icon TA and the pending icon HA. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the icon change effect and the icon change suggesting effect may be effects executed for either the icon TA or the pending icon HA.

In the above-described first embodiment, the icon change suggestion effect is executed, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the icon change effect may be executed without executing the icon change suggestion effect.

In the said 1st Embodiment, the upper limit of the 1st special figure reservation memory|storage part 85a and the 2nd special figure reservation memory|storage part 85b was "4". However, it is not limited to this. The upper limit value of the first special figure reservation storage unit 85a and the upper limit value of the second special figure reservation storage unit 85b may be appropriately changed between "1" and "4". Further, the upper limit value of the first special figure reservation storage unit 85a and the upper limit value of the second special figure reservation storage unit 85b may be different values.

For example, in the above-described embodiment, the lottery of special figure 1 was explained as not winning a small hit, but the lottery of special figure 1 may be configured to be able to win a small hit. In this case, as the small hits that can be won in the lottery of the special figure 1, both the V non-passing small hits that do not pass through the specific area 39 (V passing) and the V passing small hits that can pass V, Alternatively, only one of them may be used. Further, for example, as a small hit that can be won in the lottery of the special figure 2, it is possible to provide a V non-passing small hit. Also, for example, the number of time reductions described in the above embodiment is merely an example, and can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game. Also, for example, in the above-described embodiment, it was described as a configuration that can be elected to a special loss (shorter time loss: loss pattern B) in the lottery of special figure 1, but in special figure 1, a special loss like this loss pattern B (shorter time loss ) may not be provided, and only a normal loss such as the loss symbol A may be provided.

Also, for example, in the above-described embodiment, one normal losing pattern and one special losing pattern (time-saving losing) are provided as the type of the losing pattern related to the special figure 1 and the type of the losing pattern related to the special figure 2, respectively. example. However, for example, with respect to at least one of the type of the losing design related to the special figure 1 and the type of the losing design related to the special figure 2, a plurality of special losing designs may be provided. And when providing a plurality of special losses, for example, for each of the plurality of special losses, the number of times of time reduction set based on each special loss is different. do it.

Further, for example, in the above-described embodiment, the game control microcomputer 81 determines whether or not to control to the time saving state in accordance with the special losing pattern in the time saving state (the time saving flag is ON). described as a non-existent configuration. However, for example, the game control microcomputer 81 performs time saving determination according to the special losing pattern even in the time saving state, but may be configured not to control to the time saving state unless it is not in the time saving state.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, the production control microcomputer 91 performs individual production according to the last symbol variation in the time saving state and the symbol variation of the subsequent special figure 2 reservation (remaining reservation of special figure 2). explained as a thing. However, the production control microcomputer 91, for example, for the final symbol variation in the time saving state, and the pattern variation of the subsequent special figure 2 reservation (remaining reservation of the special figure 2), even if it is intended to produce collectively good. In this case, for example, the production control microcomputer 91 performs one production by combining the result of the last special figure 2 lottery in the time saving state and the result of the look-ahead determination about the pattern variation of the special figure 2 reservation. can be considered. Specifically, for example, among the results of the last special figure 2 lottery in the time saving state and the result of the look-ahead judgment about the pattern variation of the special figure 2 reservation, there is a big hit or a small hit. For example, it is conceivable to perform battle reach. Also, for example, if the result of the last special figure 2 lottery in the time saving state and the result of the look-ahead judgment about the pattern variation of the special figure 2 reservation are elected to the special losing design, It is conceivable to perform a time-saving rush performance of a successful mode. Furthermore, for example, the result of the last special figure 2 lottery in the time saving state and the result of the look-ahead judgment about the pattern variation of the special figure 2 suspension are all the big hits, small hits, and special losing patterns. If the winner is not selected, it is conceivable to perform an effect including a result effect.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, the effect control microcomputer 91 performs the result effect in the pattern variation when the lottery result related to the storage of the special figure 2 related random number acquired last in the time saving state is usually lost. I explained that I would do it accordingly. However, for example, the effect control microcomputer 91 may perform the result effect according to the final symbol variation in the time saving state. Also, for example, the production control microcomputer 91 completes the pattern variation related to the storage of the special figure 2 relation random number acquired last in the time saving state, and then acquires the result production first in the non-time saving state It may be started according to the pattern variation related to the storage of the special figure 1 related random number.

Further, in the above embodiment, it is configured as a so-called 1 type 2 type mixing machine, but it may be a game machine of a type other than a 1 type 2 type mixing machine such as a so-called "ST machine" or a "probability variable loop machine". In the case of a ST machine or a variable loop machine, it may be a so-called "symbol variable machine" that determines the transition to a high probability state with a high jackpot winning probability based on the type of special symbol that has been won, or a V attacker (specific area It may be a so-called “V probability changer” in which a transition to a high probability state is determined based on passage to a specific area in a large winning device having a . Even if the present invention is applied to a game machine of a type other than such a one-kind-two-kind mixed machine, it is possible to provide a new game feature that has never existed before. In addition, if the game state includes a high-probability state in which the probability of winning a jackpot is high and a low-probability state in which the probability of winning a jackpot is lower than the high-probability state, the high-probability state is suggested as a privilege suggestion performance during the jackpot performance. You may do what you do. That is, when the game control microcomputer 81 is controllable to a privilege game state accompanied by at least one of the high probability state and the time saving state after the jackpot game, the effect control microcomputer 91 is controlled after the jackpot game. When the game is controlled to the privilege game state, it may be possible to execute a privilege suggestion performance for displaying a privilege suggestion image capable of suggesting control to the privilege game state in the jackpot performance.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, the game control microcomputer 81, in the game state management process in the variable special symbol fluctuation process, control to the non-time-saving state when the value of the time-saving counter is "0", the special symbol is non- It also performs control to the time saving state according to the stop display in the specific mode. However, for example, the control to the time-saving state in response to the special symbol being stopped and displayed in a non-specified manner may be performed, for example, by the special symbol determination process executed after the process during variation special symbol variation.

In the above-described embodiment, the so-called "direct hit big hit" can be won based on the lottery of the special figure 2, but the configuration that can not be won in the "direct hit big hit" based on the lottery of the special figure 2, that is, the special figure The jackpot based on the lottery of 2 may be composed of only two types of jackpots.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, in the small winning game that allows V passage based on the lottery of special figure 2, the opening control of the second large winning opening 35 (opening and closing member 37) and the distribution member 71 so that V passage always occurs The configuration is such that operation control is performed. On the other hand, in a small winning game that allows V passage, the opening control of the second big winning opening 35 and the operation control of the distribution member 71 are performed so that the V may pass but the V may not pass. (In other words, if the timing at which the distribution member 71 is in the pass-permitting state and the timing at which the second prize winning opening 35 is won match, passage to the specific area 39 occurs. It may be a configuration that does not occur).

Further, in the above-described embodiment, when the result of determination using the jackpot random number is a loss, and the result of determination using the symbol type random number is a loss pattern B, D, the time saving state is controlled without executing the jackpot game. It was configured to On the other hand, a random number (time saving random number) for determining whether to control to the time saving state (time saving determination) is separately acquired, and before the start of the variable display of the special symbol, time saving using the time saving random number It is good also as composition which judges. Even in this case, the time saving determination may be performed after controlling from the time saving state to the non-time saving state by pattern variation, as in the above-described embodiment.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, the game control microcomputer 81 counts only the variable display of the special figure 2 with respect to the upper limit number of times of variable display of special symbols in the time-saving state (the number of times of time-saving). However, for example, a special figure 1 upper limit execution count for which only the variation display of special figure 1 is counted, and a special figure 2 upper limit execution number for which only the variation display of special figure 2 is counted are provided, and any number of times You may comprise so that a time saving state may be complete|finished if satisfy|filled. Also, for example, the variation display of special figure 1 and the variation display of special figure 2 are added and counted, and when the total value reaches the total upper limit execution count, the time saving state may be configured to end. In this case, the effect control microcomputer 91 may be counted similarly to the game control microcomputer 81 .

Further, in the above embodiment, the case where the jackpot game (including two types of jackpot games) is executed based on the lottery of the special figure 2 is better than the case where the jackpot game is executed based on the lottery of the special figure 1. , the player can obtain a large amount of benefits, but the reverse or the same may be used. In addition, the benefits that the player can acquire include the amount of prize balls that can be acquired in the jackpot game, various settings related to the game state after the jackpot game (whether or not to be controlled to the time saving state, such as the number of times of reduced working hours when it is done).

In the above embodiment, four random numbers such as a jackpot random number are obtained as the random numbers (determination information) obtained based on the winning of the first starting port 20 or the second starting port 21. However, one random number , and based on the random number, whether it is a big win or a small win, the type of a big win pattern, a small win pattern, and a losing pattern, the presence or absence of reach, and the type of variation pattern may be determined. That is, it is possible to arbitrarily set the number of random numbers to be obtained based on the starting prize and what is determined in each random number.

13. Inventions Shown in the Above-described Embodiments The above-described embodiments show inventions of the following means. In the description of the means described below, the corresponding structural names and expressions in the above-described embodiments and the reference numerals used in the drawings are added in parentheses for reference. However, the constituent elements of each invention are not limited to this appendix.

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The invention according to means A1 is
Determination of whether or not to control to a special game state (1st kind jackpot game, 2nd kind jackpot game) advantageous to the player based on the entry of the game ball into the predetermined ball entrance (second starting port 21). A game control means (game control microcomputer 81) that performs
Production control means (production control microcomputer 91) capable of executing a variable production that suggests the result of the determination,
A display unit (the display screen of the image display device 7) capable of displaying a specific display (the icon TA, the hold icon HA) suggesting the possibility of being controlled to the special game state based on the ball entering the ball entrance 7a) and
with
The display mode of the specific display includes a first display mode (normal display mode) and a second display mode (first special display mode),
The production control means is
A promotion effect (icon change effect) can be executed for changing the first display mode of the specific display displayed on the display unit to the second display mode based on the ball entering the ball entrance. ,
It is a gaming machine characterized by

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, when the promotion effect based on the entry of the game ball into the entrance is executed, the display mode of the specific display displayed on the display unit changes from the first display mode to the special game state. is changed to the second display mode suggesting that there is a high possibility of being controlled to As a result, when the specific display of the first display mode is displayed on the display unit, it is possible to make the player expect execution of the promotion effect and encourage the player to actively enter the game ball into the ball entrance. becomes. Therefore, when the promotion effect is executed based on the entry of the ball into the entrance, the player who enters the game ball into the entrance is expected to be controlled to a special game state. By having it, it is possible to increase the interest in the game.

The invention according to means A2 is the gaming machine according to means A1,
The production control means is
Based on the ball entering the ball entrance, it is possible to execute a promotion suggesting effect (icon change suggesting effect) that suggests the possibility of executing the promotion effect.
It is a gaming machine characterized by

According to the gaming machine of this configuration, when the promotion suggesting effect suggesting the possibility of the promotion effect being executed is executed based on the entry of the ball into the ball entrance, the player is displayed in the specific display in the first display mode. It is possible to draw attention to As a result, when the promotion suggesting effect is executed based on the entry of the ball into the entrance, the specific display of the focused first display mode is changed to the specific display of the second display mode. It is possible to increase the interest in the game by increasing the expectation for the game.

The invention according to means A3 is the gaming machine according to means A2,
The production control means is
In the promotion suggestion production, game ball images imitating the game balls (first game ball image YM1, second game ball image YM2, third game ball image YM3, fourth game ball image YM4, fifth game ball image YM5 , FIG. 56 (A), FIG. 57 (A), FIG. 58 (A)) is displayed on the display unit to suggest the possibility of executing the promotion effect,
It is a gaming machine characterized by

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, in the promotion suggesting effect, a game ball image simulating a game ball is displayed on the display unit, so that the player is given a promotion suggesting effect when the game ball enters the ball entrance. It is possible for the user to grasp that the performance is executed based on the above. As a result, it is possible to increase the interest in the game by making the player more likely to expect the promotion performance by entering the ball into the ball entrance.

The invention according to means A4 is the gaming machine according to means A3,
The production control means is
In the promotion suggesting effect, the number of game ball images corresponding to the number of prize balls given when the ball enters the entrance is displayed (step S4605, FIG. 39, FIG. 56(A), FIG. 57). (A), see FIG. 58(A)),
It is a gaming machine characterized by

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, since the number of game ball images corresponding to the number of prize balls given when the ball enters the ball entrance is displayed, a promotion suggestive effect is sent to the player to the ball entrance. It is possible to make the player understand that the effect is executed based on the entry of the game ball. As a result, it is possible to make the player interested in whether or not the promotion effect will be executed by entering the ball into the ball entrance, and it is possible to increase the interest in the game.

The invention according to means A5 is the gaming machine according to any one of means A1 to means A4,
The production control means is
A second total number greater than the first total number than the case where the total number of prize balls awarded upon entry into the ball entrance is the first total number (1 ball or more and 4 balls or less) The number (5 balls or more) is easier to execute the promotion effect (see FIG. 49),
It is a gaming machine characterized by

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, the promotion effect is better when the total number of prize balls given when the ball enters the ball entrance is the second total number, which is larger than the first total number. easier to implement. As a result, when the specific display of the first display mode is displayed on the display unit, the ball is positively entered into the ball entrance so that the total number of prize balls reaches the second total number. It is possible to encourage Therefore, by positively entering the ball into the ball entrance, it is possible to make the player realize that the promotion effect has been executed, thereby increasing the interest in the game.

The invention according to means A5 is the gaming machine according to means A2 or A3,
The performance mode of the promotion suggestion performance includes a first performance mode (for example, a performance mode in which the first game ball image YM1 is displayed, see FIGS. 57(A) and 58(A)), and the first performance mode. A different second effect mode (for example, the first game ball image YM1, the second game ball image YM2, the third game ball image YM3, the fourth game ball image YM4, and the fifth game ball image YM5 are displayed. There is a production mode to be performed, see FIG. 59 (A)),
The production control means is
When the total number of prize balls provided upon entering the ball entrance is the first total number (one ball), the promotion suggesting effect of the first effect mode is executed (Fig. 57). (A), see FIG. 58(A)),
When the total number of prize balls awarded upon entry into the ball entrance is a second total number (five balls) greater than the first total number, the promotion of the second production mode. Execute the suggestive effect (see FIG. 59(A)),
It is a gaming machine characterized by

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, when the total number of prize balls provided upon entering the ball entrance is the first total number, the promotion suggesting performance of the first performance mode is executed. . On the other hand, when the total number of prize balls is the second total number larger than the first total number, the promotion suggesting effect of the second effect mode different from the first effect mode is executed. As a result, it is possible to provide the player with a promotion suggestive effect in which the effect mode differs depending on the total number of prize balls given when the ball enters the ball entrance. Therefore, it is possible to increase the interest in the game by making the player conscious of entering the ball into the ball entrance according to the effect mode of the executed promotion suggesting effect.

1... Pachinko game machine 7... Image display device 7a... Display screen 20... First start port 21... Second start port 27... Ordinary prize winning port 81... Game control microcomputer 91... Production control microcomputer HA... Hold icon TA... Relevant icon

Claims (3)

A game control means for determining whether or not to control to a special game state advantageous to the player based on the entry of the game ball into a predetermined ball entrance;
Production control means capable of executing a judgment result suggestion production that suggests the result of the judgment;
a display unit capable of displaying a specific display suggesting the possibility of being controlled to the special game state based on the ball entering the ball entrance;
with
The display mode of the specific display includes a first display mode and a second display mode that suggests that the possibility of being controlled to the special game state is higher than in the first display mode,
The production control means is
making it possible to execute a promotion effect in which the first display mode of the specific display displayed on the display unit is changed to the second display mode based on the ball entering the ball entrance;
making it possible to execute a promotion-suggestion effect that suggests the possibility that the promotion effect will be executed based on the entry of the ball into the entrance;
Suggesting the possibility of executing the promotion effect by displaying a game ball image simulating a game ball on the display unit in the promotion suggestion effect,
In the promotion suggesting effect, the number of game ball images corresponding to the number of prize balls given when the ball enters the ball entrance is displayed.
A gaming machine characterized by: A game control means for determining whether or not to control to a special game state advantageous to the player based on the entry of the game ball into a predetermined ball entrance;
Production control means capable of executing a judgment result suggestion production that suggests the result of the judgment;
a display unit capable of displaying a specific display suggesting the possibility of being controlled to the special game state based on the ball entering the ball entrance;
with
The display mode of the specific display includes a first display mode and a second display mode that suggests that the possibility of being controlled to the special game state is higher than in the first display mode,
The production control means is
making it possible to execute a promotion effect in which the first display mode of the specific display displayed on the display unit is changed to the second display mode based on the ball entering the ball entrance;
When the total number of prize balls awarded upon entry into the ball entrance is the first total number, when the second total number is greater than the first total number, Easy to execute the promotion production,
A gaming machine characterized by: A game control means for determining whether or not to control to a special game state advantageous to the player based on the entry of the game ball into a predetermined ball entrance;
Production control means capable of executing a judgment result suggestion production that suggests the result of the judgment;
a display unit capable of displaying a specific display suggesting the possibility of being controlled to the special game state based on the ball entering the ball entrance;
with
The display mode of the specific display includes a first display mode and a second display mode that suggests that the possibility of being controlled to the special game state is higher than in the first display mode,
The production control means is
making it possible to execute a promotion effect in which the first display mode of the specific display displayed on the display unit is changed to the second display mode based on the ball entering the ball entrance;
making it possible to execute a promotion-suggestion effect that suggests the possibility that the promotion effect will be executed based on the entry of the ball into the entrance;
when the total number of prize balls given when the ball enters the ball entrance is a first total number, the promotion suggesting effect is executed in a first effect mode;
When the total number of prize balls awarded upon entering the ball entrance is a second total number larger than the first total number, a second production mode different from the first production mode is performed. Execute the promotion suggestion production,
A gaming machine characterized by:

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