JP7341508B2 - gaming machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

Conventionally, pachinko gaming machines, such as the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, have a specific state (for example, a specific state (for example, a first gaming state) that is more advantageous than a non-specific state (for example, a first gaming state) by winning a jackpot. There are some games that shift to the second gaming state). Nowadays, some games are configured to be able to shift from a non-specific state to a specific state even if the jackpot does not occur.

JP 2019-115547 Publication

It is desired to improve the interest of such gaming machines that are configured to be able to change gaming states even if the player does not hit the jackpot.

A gaming machine that solves the above problems is a gaming machine in which a winning result is derived in a fluctuating game when a winning lottery is won, and a winning game is started after the fluctuating game ends, and a gaming machine that controls the gaming state. The game state includes a control means, a performance execution means for performing a performance, and a performance control means for controlling the performance execution means, and the game state has a first game state and a game state that is advantageous compared to the first game state. and a third gaming state that is more advantageous than the first gaming state, and the third gaming state includes the first gaming state, the second gaming state, and the winning state. The probability of winning in the lottery is the same, and the third game state is controlled after the winning game ends based on the completion of the winning game, and when there is no winning in the winning lottery. The results derived in the variable game include a non-specific result and a specific result, and the gaming state control means determines that the specific result is derived in the variable game while in the first gaming state. control to the second gaming state based on the first gaming state, and not controlling to the second gaming state based on the non-specific result being derived in the variable game when in the first gaming state, Even if either of the non-specific result or the specific result is derived in the variable game when the game is in the first game state, the first game state is not controlled to the first game state based on the derived results. The interval time after the end of the variable game in which the specific result was derived when in the second gaming state is longer than the interval time after the end of the variable game in which the specific result was derived when in the second gaming state, Within an interval time after the end of the variable game in which the specific result was derived while in the first gaming state, a specific performance indicating that the control has been controlled to the second gaming state is started in the performance execution means. , the interval time after the end of the variable game in which the specific result was derived when in the first gaming state is the interval after the end of the variable game in which the specific result was derived in the third gaming state. The gist is that the specific performance is not started within an interval time after the end of the variable game in which the specific result was derived when the game is in the third gaming state.

The gaming machine has a first starting prize opening and a second starting winning opening having a variable member, and is in any of the first gaming state , the second gaming state , and the third gaming state. The advantages of entering the game ball into the first starting prize opening in the non-specific area of the game board are the same, and it is recommended that the first gaming state allows the game ball to flow down into the non-specific area. is a gaming state, and the second gaming state and the third gaming state have a higher degree of advantage regarding the entry of a game ball into the second starting prize opening in a specific area compared to the first gaming state, This is a game state in which it is recommended to let the game ball flow down into a specific area, and within the interval time after the end of the variable game in which the specific result was derived when in the first gaming state, the game ball is not allowed to flow into the specific area. A predetermined effect that encourages the ball to flow down is started in the effect execution means, and within an interval time after the end of the variable game in which the specific result was derived when in the third game state, the predetermined effect is started. I hope it doesn't happen .
With respect to the gaming machine, when the specific result is derived in the variable game while in the first gaming state, a special performance suggesting that the specific result is derived is started in the performance execution means, When the specific result is derived in the variable game while in the third gaming state, the special effect may not be started.

According to the present invention, it is possible to improve interest.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view schematically showing a pachinko gaming machine. A front view schematically showing a game board. A schematic diagram showing a passage of game balls. An explanatory diagram showing an example of types of gaming states. An explanatory diagram showing an example of types of jackpots. FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing the electrical configuration of a pachinko gaming machine. A flowchart showing special symbol start processing. A flowchart showing special symbol start processing. 5 is a flowchart showing state setting processing. Flowchart showing special symbol end processing. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a fluctuation pattern table and a control command. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a fluctuation pattern table and a control command. (a) to (e) are explanatory diagrams showing examples of types of fluctuation patterns. (a) to (c) are explanatory diagrams showing examples of types of fluctuation patterns. A timing chart showing an example of when the gaming state changes. A timing chart showing an example of when the gaming state changes. A timing chart showing an example of when the gaming state changes. A timing chart showing an example of when the gaming state changes. A timing chart showing an example of when the gaming state changes. (a) to (d) are timing charts showing an example of the interval between fluctuations when the game state changes based on the derivation of a chance symbol and when the game state does not change. (a) to (c) are timing charts showing examples of effects performed when the game state changes based on the derivation of a chance symbol and when the game state does not change. A timing chart showing an example of when the gaming state changes in the second embodiment. A timing chart showing an example of when the gaming state changes in the second embodiment.

(First embodiment)
A first embodiment of the pachinko gaming machine will be described below. In the following description, the terms top, bottom, left, right, front (front), and back (back) refer to each direction when viewed from the player.

As shown in FIG. 1, a pachinko gaming machine 10, which is an example of a gaming machine, includes a frame 11. The frame body 11 includes an installation frame for fixing the pachinko game machine 10 to island equipment such as a game parlor, and a mounting frame for mounting various game components. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a game board YB. The game board YB is mounted on a frame 11. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a firing handle HD. In the pachinko game machine 10, game balls as game media are fired with an intensity that corresponds to the amount of operation (amount of rotation) of the firing handle HD. That is, in the pachinko game machine 10, the firing intensity is adjusted by operating the firing handle HD, and game balls are fired with the adjusted firing intensity.

The pachinko game machine 10 includes a decorative lamp LA. The decorative lamp LA performs an effect (hereinafter referred to as a light emitting effect) in which a built-in light emitting body is turned on, blinked, and turned off. The decorative lamp LA is provided on the frame 11, for example. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a speaker SP. The speaker SP executes a performance (hereinafter referred to as audio performance) that outputs sounds such as human and animal voices, sound effects, and music. The speaker SP is provided in the frame 11, for example.

As shown in FIG. 2, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a first special symbol display section 13a and a second special symbol display section 13b as display sections capable of displaying a special symbol variation game (hereinafter referred to as a special game). . The special game corresponds to a variable game. The special symbol variation game includes a first special symbol variation game (hereinafter referred to as the first special game) and a second special symbol variation game (hereinafter referred to as the second special game). In the first special game, a predetermined symbol is displayed in a variable manner, and finally a first special symbol, which is an example of a special symbol, is fixed and displayed. In the second special game, a predetermined symbol is displayed in a variable manner, and finally a second special symbol, which is an example of a special symbol, is fixed and displayed. The special symbol is a symbol for announcing the result of a jackpot lottery, which is an example of a winning lottery. The first special symbol display section 13a displays the first special game. The second special symbol display section 13b displays a second special game. In this specification, "variable display" means a state in which the types of symbols being displayed change over time. In this specification, "determined stop display" means a state in which symbols are definitely stopped and displayed, and the type of the displayed symbol does not change. Regarding the symbol, "determined stop display" and "derivation" have the same meaning. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the second special game is executed with priority over the first special game. The first special game and the second special game are not executed in parallel at the same time.

The special symbols include a jackpot symbol that is an example of a jackpot display result, and a non-jackpot symbol that is an example of a non-jackpot display result. The jackpot symbol corresponds to the winning result. In the pachinko game machine 10, when a jackpot is won in a jackpot lottery, a jackpot symbol is derived in a special game, and after the special jackpot game ends, a jackpot game, which is an example of a jackpot game, is generated (awarded). In this embodiment, winning a jackpot in a jackpot lottery corresponds to winning a jackpot in a winning lottery. In this manner, the pachinko gaming machine 10 derives a winning result in the special game when a winning lottery is won. In the pachinko game machine 10, a winning game is started after the special game in which the winning result has been derived ends. Non-jackpot symbols include loss symbols and chance symbols. A missed pattern corresponds to a non-specific result. The chance pattern corresponds to a specific result. In the pachinko game machine 10, when a jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery, either a losing symbol or a chance symbol is derived in a special game. In this way, the results derived in the special game when a jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery include a losing symbol and a chance symbol.

The pachinko game machine 10 includes a first special reservation display section 13c. The first special suspension display section 13c indicates the number of times the execution of the first special game is suspended (hereinafter referred to as the first special suspension number) because the start condition has been satisfied but the execution condition has not yet been satisfied. Display identifiable information. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a second special reservation display section 13d. The second special hold display section 13d indicates the number of times the execution of the second special game is suspended (hereinafter referred to as the second special hold count) because the start condition has been met but the execution condition has not yet been met. Display identifiable information. For example, the upper limit values of the first special reservation number and the second special reservation number are each 4.

The pachinko game machine 10 includes a normal symbol display section 13e. The normal symbol display section 13e displays a normal game. In the normal game, predetermined symbols are displayed in a variable manner, and finally the normal symbols are fixed and displayed. The normal symbol is a symbol for informing the result of the regular lottery. The normal symbols include normal winning symbols and normal losing symbols. In the pachinko game machine 10, when a normal winning is won in a normal lottery, a normal winning symbol is derived in a normal game, and a normal winning game is generated (awarded) after the normal winning normal game ends. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a normal hold display section 13f. The normal hold display section 13f displays information that can specify the number of normal games whose execution is put on hold (hereinafter referred to as the number of normal holds) because the start condition has been met but the execution condition has not yet been met. do. For example, the upper limit of the number of normal reservations is 4.

On the front side of the game board YB provided in the pachinko game machine 10, a game area YBa is formed where game balls, which are an example of game media, flow down. The game board YB has an opening window YBb formed approximately at the center when viewed from the front. A center frame W with various designs is assembled to the opening window YBb. The pachinko game machine 10 includes an effect display device EH. The effect display device EH has an image display section GH that can display images. The image display section GH is, for example, a liquid crystal panel or an organic EL panel. The effect display device EH is assembled to the game board YB so that the image display area of the image display section GH is visible through the opening window YBb (center frame W) of the game board YB when viewed from the front. ing. The effect display device EH executes an effect (hereinafter referred to as display effect) that displays an image imitating a predetermined character or text.

In this embodiment, the performance display device EH, the decorative lamp LA, and the speaker SP are performance devices that each perform a performance, and they constitute a performance device group DE that is an example of performance execution means. The effect execution means is not limited to including all of the effect display device EH, decorative lamp LA, and speaker SP, but may be composed of one or more effect devices that can be arbitrarily selected from among these effect devices. .

The pachinko game machine 10 includes a first starting hole 15, which corresponds to a first starting winning hole, as an example of a winning hole. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a first starting sensor SE1 that detects a game ball that enters the first starting port 15 (shown in FIG. 6). In the pachinko game machine 10, when a game ball is detected by the first starting sensor SE1, the starting condition for the first special game can be met, and the payout condition for a predetermined number of prize balls can be met. The first starting port 15 is always open so that game balls can enter the ball. The first starting opening 15 corresponds to a non-specific starting winning opening.

The pachinko game machine 10 includes a second starting opening 16, which corresponds to a second starting winning opening, as an example of a winning opening. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a second starting sensor SE2 that detects a game ball that enters the second starting port 16 (shown in FIG. 6). In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a game ball is detected by the second starting sensor SE2, the starting condition for the second special game can be met, and the payout condition for a predetermined number of prize balls can be met. The second starting port 16 includes a normally variable member 17 that can operate between an open state in which a game ball can enter the second starting port 16 and a closed state in which a game ball cannot enter the second starting port 16. have The pachinko game machine 10 includes a normal solenoid SL1 as an example of means for operating the normal variable member 17 (shown in FIG. 6). The normal variable member 17 is operated to the open state in the normal winning game. In this way, the second starting port 16 has a variable member. The second starting opening 16 corresponds to a specific starting winning opening.

The pachinko game machine 10 includes a special winning hole 18, which corresponds to a special winning hole, as an example of a winning hole. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a special variable member 19 that can operate into an open state in which a game ball can enter the big winning hole 18 and a closed state in which the game ball cannot enter the big winning hole 18. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a special solenoid SL2 as an example of means for operating the special variable member 19 (shown in FIG. 6). The special variable member 19 is operated to the open state in the jackpot game. That is, the jackpot 18 allows game balls to enter the jackpot game.

As shown in FIG. 3, a passage 20 is formed on the back side of the game board YB to guide the game ball that has entered the big prize opening 18 to the outside. The passage 20 includes an inflow passage 20a through which game balls flow from the big prize opening 18, and a special passage 20b and a non-special passage 20c as passages branching from the inflow passage 20a. Hereinafter, the part where the inflow passage 20a branches into the special passage 20b and the non-special passage 20c will be referred to as a branching part 20d. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a specific variable member 21. The specific variable member 21 is configured to be capable of sorting the game ball that enters the big prize opening 18 and reaches the branching part 20d to either the special passage 20b or the non-special passage 20c. Specifically, the specific variable member 21 is operable in a first position P1 where game balls are distributed to the non-special passage 20c and a second position P2 where game balls are distributed to the special passage 20b. Then, when the specific variable member 21 is at the first position P1, the game balls that have reached the branching part 20d flow into the non-special passage 20c and are distributed to the non-special passage 20c. When the specific variable member 21 is at the second position P2, the game balls that have reached the branching portion 20d flow into the special passage 20b and are sorted to the special passage 20b. In this embodiment, the game balls being distributed to the special passage 20b corresponds to the game balls being distributed to the special area. Moreover, in this embodiment, the game balls being distributed to the non-special passage 20c corresponds to the game balls being distributed to the non-special area. Therefore, the specific variable member 21 corresponds to a sorting means that can sort the game balls that have entered the big prize opening 18 into either the special area or the non-special area. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a specific solenoid SL3 as an example of means for operating the specific variable member 21 (shown in FIG. 6).

The pachinko game machine 10 includes a special winning sensor SE3 that detects a game ball that enters the big winning hole 18. The special winning sensor SE3 is provided on the inflow passage 20a. In the pachinko game machine 10, when a game ball is detected by the special winning sensor SE3, a condition for paying out a predetermined number of prize balls is established. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a specific sensor SE4 that detects game balls passing through the special passage 20b. The specific sensor SE4 is provided on the special passage 20b. In this embodiment, distributing the game balls to the special passage 20b corresponds to distributing the game balls to the special area. In this embodiment, the specific sensor SE4 realizes a function as a detection means for detecting game balls distributed to the special area. In the pachinko game machine 10, when a game ball is detected by the specific sensor SE4, a condition for awarding a benefit is established. That is, the privilege is given based on the detection of the game ball by the specific sensor SE4. In this embodiment, benefits are granted by controlling to a high probability state (so-called probability varying state).

The pachinko game machine 10 includes a gate 25. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a normal start sensor SE5 that detects game balls passing through the gate 25 (shown in FIG. 6). The pachinko game machine 10 is configured such that when a game ball is detected by the normal start sensor SE5, the start condition for the normal game can be met, but the payout condition for the prize ball cannot be met. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a normal winning hole 26 as an example of a winning hole. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a normal winning sensor (not shown) that detects a game ball that enters the normal winning hole 26. In the pachinko game machine 10, when game balls are detected by the normal winning sensor, a condition for paying out a predetermined number of prize balls is established. The pachinko game machine 10 includes an outlet 27. As an example, the outlet 27 is formed at the lower end of the gaming area YBa. Among the game balls launched into the game area YBa, game balls that do not enter any of the first starting port 15, second starting port 16, big winning port 18, and normal winning port 26 are placed in the out port 27. is ejected from the aircraft.

As described above, the pachinko game machine 10 can adjust the firing strength of the game ball according to the amount of operation (rotation amount) of the firing handle HD. In the pachinko game machine 10, game balls can be shot so as to flow down either the left side area R1 of the center frame W or the right side area R2 of the center frame W. The left region R1 of the center frame W corresponds to a non-specific region. The right side area R2 of the center frame W corresponds to a specific area. A first starting opening 15 and a normal winning opening 26 are arranged in the downstream path of the game ball in the left side region R1. In other words, the first starting opening 15 and the normal winning opening 26 are arranged in the left side region R1 of the game board YB. Therefore, in the pachinko game machine 10, by firing the game ball so as to flow down the left side area R1 of the game area YBa, it is possible to cause the ball to enter the first starting port 15 and the normal winning hole 26. . In the following explanation, firing the game ball with a firing intensity that causes the game ball to flow down the left side region R1 may be referred to as "left-handed hitting". A second starting opening 16, a big winning opening 18, and a gate 25 are arranged in the downstream path of the game ball in the right side region R2. In other words, the second starting opening 16, the big winning opening 18, and the gate 25 are arranged in the right side region R2 of the game board YB. For this reason, in the pachinko game machine 10, by firing the game ball so as to flow down the right side area R2 of the game area YBa, it is possible to cause the ball to enter the second starting opening 16, the big prize opening 18, and the gate 25. is possible. In the following explanation, firing the game ball with a firing strength that causes the game ball to flow down the right side region R2 is sometimes referred to as "right-handed hitting".

The pachinko game machine 10 includes a right-handed player notification lamp 13g. The right-handed hitting notification lamp 13g notifies that right-handed hitting is recommended in a situation where right-handed hitting is recommended. That is, the right-handed notification lamp 13g can provide notification regarding the firing strength of the game ball. The right-handed hitting notification lamp 13g is composed of one light emitting body. The right-handed hitting notification lamp 13g lights up to notify that right-handed hitting is recommended. On the other hand, the right-handed hitting notification lamp 13g turns off to notify that right-handed hitting is not recommended, that is, left-handed hitting is recommended. For example, in the pachinko game machine 10, the right-hand hit notification lamp 13g lights up during a jackpot game. Further, for example, in the pachinko game machine 10, when the game is in a time-saving state, which will be described later, the right-handed player notification lamp 13g lights up.

Next, the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be explained.
The pachinko game machine 10 is equipped with a probability variation function that changes the jackpot probability to a high probability, and a ball entry assist function that assists the entry of the game ball into the second starting port 16. The gaming state in the pachinko game machine 10 is configured by combining the operating states (operating and non-operating) of these functions.

The probability variation function (hereinafter referred to as probability variation function) will be explained.
The pachinko gaming machine 10 has a plurality of probability states as states with different jackpot probabilities. The plurality of probability states include a low probability state and a high probability state in which the jackpot probability is higher than that of the low probability state. When the probability change function is activated, the probability state shifts from a low probability state to a high probability state, increasing the probability of winning the jackpot. Therefore, the high probability state is more advantageous than the low probability state. In this embodiment, the high probability state is given based on the fact that the specific sensor SE4 detects a game ball in a jackpot game. The high-probability state is from the end of the jackpot game to whether or not to fall (transition) from the high-probability state to the low-probability state, that is, until winning the falling lottery to decide whether to end the high-probability state. It is awarded for a period of time or until the next jackpot game is awarded. In this embodiment, the fall lottery corresponds to a lottery regarding whether to end the high probability state.

The ball entry assist function will be explained.
The ball entry assisting function is a function that assists the ball entering the second starting port 16, and is a so-called "electrical support function." The pachinko game machine 10 has a plurality of ball entry states as states in which the rate of entry of game balls into the second starting port 16 is different. The plurality of ball entry states include a non-time saving state and a time saving state in which the rate of entry of game balls into the second starting port 16 per unit time is higher than in the non-time saving state. Therefore, the time-saving state is more advantageous in terms of entering the game ball into the second starting port 16 than the non-time-saving state. The time saving state is a so-called "electrical support state" or "high base state". The non-time saving state is a so-called "non-electronic support state" or "low base state". The time saving state corresponds to a specific state. The non-time saving state corresponds to a non-specific state. Incidentally, in the time-saving state and the non-time-saving state, the rate of game balls entering the first starting port 15 per unit time is the same. In the time saving state, since the rate of game balls entering the second starting port 16 per unit time is improved, it is recommended to hit the ball to the right so that the game ball can easily enter the second starting port 16. On the other hand, in the non-time saving state, the rate of entry of game balls into the second starting port 16 per unit time is lower than in the time saving state, so it is recommended to hit to the left. In the pachinko game machine 10, when the ball entry assist function is activated, the ball entry state shifts from the non-time saving state to the time saving state. In the time saving state, the rate of entry of game balls into the second starting port 16 per unit time is improved compared to the non-time saving state, making it easier to satisfy the starting conditions for the second special game. In this way, the time-saving state has a higher degree of advantage regarding the entry of game balls into the second starting port 16 than the non-time-saving state. Therefore, the time-saving state is more advantageous than the non-time-saving state.

As mentioned above, the time-saving state has a higher advantage for the game ball to enter the second starting port 16 in the right region R2 than the non-time-saving state, and it is recommended to let the game ball flow down to the right region R2. This is the gaming state in which the game is played. On the other hand, in the non-time-saving state, the advantage of entering the game ball into the second starting port 16 in the right side area R2 is lower than in the time-saving state, and it is recommended to let the game ball flow down to the left side area R1. state. In other words, the non-time saving state is a gaming state in which it is recommended to let the game ball flow down to the left side region R1, while the time saving state is a game state in which it is recommended to let the game ball flow down to the right side region R2. In addition, whether in the time-saving state or the non-time-saving state, the degree of advantage with respect to entering the game ball into the first starting port 15 in the left region R1 of the game board YB is the same.

For example, the time saving state can be realized by executing one control that can be arbitrarily selected from among the four controls described below, or by executing a plurality of controls in combination. The first control is a control that makes the fluctuation time of the normal game shorter than that in the non-time saving state. The second control is a control that changes the normal winning probability in the normal lottery to a higher probability than in the non-time saving state. The third control is a control that makes the total open time of the normal variable member 17 in one normal winning game longer than in the non-time saving state. In addition, the third control includes a control that increases the number of times the normal variable member 17 is opened in one normal winning game than in the non-time saving state, and a control that increases the number of times the normal variable member 17 is opened once in a normal winning game. It is preferable to perform at least one of the controls to make the time longer than in the non-time saving state. The fourth control is a control that makes the variation time (average variation time) of the special game shorter than that in the non-time saving state. In the time-saving state, the number of special games that can be executed substantially per unit time is greater than in the non-time-saving state. That is, the efficiency of using the suspension of special games is improved.

In this embodiment, the time saving state includes a first time saving state and a second time saving state. When in the first time saving state and the second time saving state, the fluctuation time of the normal game is configured to be shorter than when in the non-time saving state by executing the first control. Further, when in the first time saving state, the second control is executed so that the normal winning probability in the normal lottery is changed to a high probability. On the other hand, when in the second time saving state, the normal winning probability in the normal lottery is configured not to change to a high probability. In addition, when in the first time saving state and the second time saving state, the total opening time of the normal variable member 17 in one normal winning game is longer than when in the non-time saving state by executing the third control. is configured so that it is long. In addition, when in the first time saving state and the second time saving state, the variation time (average variation time) of the special game is shorter than when in the non-time saving state by executing the fourth control. It is configured.

As shown in FIG. 4, the gaming states in this embodiment include a normal gaming state, a specific gaming state, a special gaming state, and a special gaming state. The normal gaming state is a gaming state in which neither the probability change function nor the ball entering assist function operates. The normal gaming state corresponds to the first gaming state. The specific game state is a game state in which the probability change function does not operate, but the ball entry assist function operates. The specific gaming state corresponds to the third gaming state. The special game state is a game state in which both the probability change function and the ball entry assist function operate. The special game state is a game state in which the probability change function does not operate, but the ball entry assist function operates. The special game state corresponds to the second game state.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 is controlled to a low probability state when in the normal gaming state, specific gaming state, and special gaming state, and controlled to a high probability state when in the special gaming state. Therefore, the special gaming state has a higher possibility of winning a jackpot than the normal gaming state, the specific gaming state, and the special gaming state, and is an advantageous gaming state. In this way, the gaming states include a normal gaming state, a specific gaming state, and a special gaming state that is more advantageous than the special gaming state.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when it is in a normal gaming state, it is controlled to a non-time saving state, and when it is in a specific gaming state, a special gaming state, and a special gaming state, it is controlled to a time saving state. As described above, whether in the time-saving state or the non-time-saving state, the advantage of entering the game ball into the first starting port 15 in the left side region R1 (non-specific region) of the game board YB is the same. That is, the advantage of the game ball entering the first starting port 15 in the left area R1 of the game board YB is the same regardless of whether it is in the normal game state, specific game state, special game state, or special game state. be. On the other hand, the time-saving state has a higher degree of advantage regarding the entry of the game ball into the second starting port 16 in the right region R2 (specific region) than the non-time-saving state, and it is difficult to cause the game ball to flow down to the right region R2. This is the recommended gaming state. That is, the specific game state, the special game state, and the special game state have a higher degree of advantage than the normal game state regarding the entry of the game ball into the second starting port 16 in the right side area R2, and the game ball enters the second starting port 16 in the right side area R2. This is a game state in which it is recommended to let the ball flow down. The normal gaming state has a lower advantage for the game ball to enter the second starting port 16 in the right area R2 than the specific gaming state, special gaming state, and special gaming state, and the game ball enters the left area R1. This is a game state in which it is recommended to let the game flow downward. Therefore, the specific gaming state has a higher rate of entry of game balls into the second starting port 16 per unit time than the normal gaming state, making it an advantageous gaming state. In addition, the special gaming state has a higher rate of entry of game balls into the second starting port 16 per unit time than the normal gaming state, making it an advantageous gaming state. In addition, the special game state has a higher rate of entry of game balls into the second starting port 16 per unit time than the normal game state, making it an advantageous game state. In this way, the gaming states include a specific gaming state that is more advantageous than the normal gaming state, a special gaming state that is more advantageous than the normal gaming state, and a special gaming state that is more advantageous than the normal gaming state. , is included.

In the pachinko game machine 10, when it is in a specific game state and a special game state, it is controlled to a first time saving state, and when it is in a special game state, it is controlled to a second time saving state. As described above, when the game is in the first time saving state, the normal winning probability in the normal lottery is higher than when it is in the second time saving state. Therefore, the specific game state has a higher rate of entry of game balls into the second starting port 16 per unit time than the special game state, making it an advantageous game state. In this way, the specific game state is more advantageous than the special game state. In addition, the special game state has a higher rate of entry of game balls into the second starting port 16 per unit time than the special game state, making it an advantageous game state. In this way, the special game state is more advantageous than the special game state.

Next, the jackpot will be explained.
The pachinko game machine 10 includes a plurality of types of jackpot symbols as special jackpot symbols. Specifically, the pachinko game machine 10 includes a first jackpot symbol and a second jackpot symbol as special jackpot symbols. Note that there may be three or more types of jackpot symbols. In the pachinko game machine 10, a jackpot symbol is determined by a jackpot symbol lottery performed using a jackpot symbol random number when a jackpot lottery is won. The special symbol is a symbol for announcing the result of a jackpot lottery, which is an example of a winning lottery. In this embodiment, the first jackpot symbol corresponds to the first winning result, and the second jackpot symbol corresponds to the second winning result. That is, the winning result of this embodiment includes a first winning result (first jackpot symbol) and a second winning result (second jackpot symbol). The type of jackpot is determined for each of the plurality of types of jackpot symbols.

As shown in FIG. 5, the first jackpot is determined in the first jackpot symbol. A second jackpot is determined for the second jackpot symbol. Hereinafter, the jackpot game based on the first jackpot symbol will be referred to as the "first jackpot game", and the jackpot game based on the second jackpot symbol will be referred to as the "second jackpot game". The winning games of this embodiment include a first jackpot game corresponding to the first winning game and a second jackpot game corresponding to the second winning game. In the pachinko game machine 10, when a jackpot lottery is won and the jackpot symbol is the first jackpot symbol, the first jackpot game is started after the special game that becomes the first jackpot ends. That is, when the first jackpot symbol is derived in the special game, the first jackpot game is started. In the pachinko game machine 10, when a jackpot lottery is won and the jackpot symbol is the second jackpot symbol, the second jackpot game is started after the special game that becomes the second jackpot ends. That is, when the second jackpot symbol is derived in the special game, the second jackpot game is started.

In the jackpot game, first, an opening performance is performed over a predetermined time (hereinafter referred to as opening time) that allows the start of the jackpot game to be specified. In the jackpot game, after the opening time has elapsed, a round game in which the jackpot 18 is opened is played up to a predetermined upper limit number of times. One round game ends when a predetermined upper limit number of game balls enter the ball or a predetermined upper limit time elapses. In the round game, the big prize opening 18 is opened in a predetermined opening manner. The jackpot game is an advantageous situation because it is possible to win a game ball by entering the game ball into the big prize opening 18. Incidentally, the jackpot opening 18 is configured not to be opened during a period different from the jackpot game.

The pachinko game machine 10 can cause the game ball to enter the big prize opening 18 by shooting the game ball so as to flow down the right side area R2 of the game area YBa. For this reason, in the jackpot game, it is recommended that the game balls flow down to the right side region R2 so that the game balls can easily enter the big prize opening 18. That is, in a jackpot game, it is recommended to hit the ball to the right so that the game ball can easily enter the jackpot hole 18.

In the first jackpot game, a round game is played up to 10 times. In the second jackpot game, a round game is played up to three times. The number of balls obtained during a jackpot game matches the number of round games in which it is possible to obtain balls. The number of balls won may be expressed as the total number of game balls (prize balls) paid out by entering the ball into the big prize opening 18, or the number obtained by subtracting the number of balls fired from the total number of game balls paid out. It may also be expressed as According to the above configuration, the number of balls acquired in the first jackpot game is theoretically larger than the number of balls acquired and rolled out in the second jackpot game. In each round game, a round performance is performed. In the jackpot game, when the final round game ends, an ending effect is performed for a predetermined time (hereinafter referred to as ending time) that allows the end of the jackpot game to be specified. The jackpot game is ended as the ending time elapses.

In the jackpot game, the specific variable member 21 moves from the first position P1 to the second position P2 in a specific round game (in this embodiment, the second round game). The operation pattern of the specific variable member 21 includes a specific operation pattern in which the game ball that has reached the branching portion 20d tends to flow into the special passage 20b. In this embodiment, the specific operation pattern is an operation pattern in which the specific variable member 21 moves to the second position P2 for a sufficient period of time for the game balls that have arrived at the branching portion 20d to be sorted to the special passage 20b. The specific operation pattern is such that when a plurality of game balls are fired, the specific variable member 21 is activated for a sufficient time (20 seconds as an example) for the fired game balls to reach the special passage 20b. This is an operation pattern located at the second position P2. Further, the operation pattern of the specific variable member 21 includes a non-specific operation pattern in which the game ball that has reached the branching portion 20d is difficult to flow into the special passage 20b. In this embodiment, the non-specific operation pattern is an operation in which the specific variable member 21 moves to the second position P2 for a time that is substantially impossible for the game balls that have arrived at the branching portion 20d to be sorted to the special passage 20b. It's a pattern. The non-specific operation pattern is an operation in which the specific variable member 21 is located at the second position P2 during the time (0.1 seconds as an example) during which the game ball that enters the big winning hole 18 cannot reach the branching part 20d. It's a pattern.

In the first jackpot game, a specific motion pattern is determined as the motion pattern of the specific variable member 21 in a specific round game. On the other hand, in the second jackpot game, a non-specific movement pattern is determined as the movement pattern of the specific variable member 21 in a specific round game. That is, in the first jackpot game, since the specific variable member 21 operates in a specific movement pattern in a specific round game, it is possible to distribute the game balls to the special passage 20b. On the other hand, in the second jackpot game, since the specific variable member 21 operates in a non-specific movement pattern, it is substantially impossible to distribute the game balls to the special passage 20b. Thus, in the first jackpot game, there is a higher expectation that the game balls that have reached the branching section 20d will be sorted to the special passage 20b compared to the second jackpot game. Therefore, after the first jackpot game, there is a higher expectation that a benefit (high probability state) will be awarded based on the detection of the game ball by the specific sensor SE4 than after the second jackpot game.

The game state after the end of the jackpot game will be explained. In the pachinko game machine 10, the game state controlled after the end of the jackpot game varies depending on whether or not the specific sensor SE4 detects a game ball during the jackpot game. Further, in the pachinko game machine 10, the minimum guaranteed number of times of special games that can be executed in a time-saving state controlled after the end of the jackpot game may vary depending on the state of ball entry when winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery. This will be explained in detail below.

In the pachinko game machine 10, when the specific sensor SE4 detects a game ball in the first jackpot game, the pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to a special game state after the first jackpot game ends. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, after being controlled to the special gaming state after the end of the first jackpot game, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is controlled to be in the special gaming state until winning the falling lottery or until the next jackpot game occurs. Ru.

In the pachinko game machine 10, after being controlled to the special game state after the end of the first jackpot game and before the 100th special game ends, if a falling lottery is won, the machine is controlled to the specific game state. Incidentally, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if the ball entry state when winning a jackpot in the jackpot lottery is either a non-time saving state or a time saving state, after the first jackpot game is finished and the ball is controlled to the special gaming state. If the player wins the falling lottery before the 100th special game ends, the player is controlled to a specific gaming state. In the pachinko game machine 10, after the first jackpot game is finished, after winning the falling lottery and being controlled to a specific gaming state, if 100 special games have been played since the end of the first jackpot game, the pachinko gaming machine 10 returns to the normal gaming state. It is configured to be controllable. As will be described in detail later, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, after the first jackpot game ends, the player wins the falling lottery and is controlled to a specific gaming state, and then the 100th special game ends after the first jackpot game ends. When the game is played, there are cases where the game is controlled to a normal game state and cases where it is controlled to a special game state.

In the pachinko game machine 10, after being controlled to the special game state after the end of the first jackpot game, if a fall lottery is won after 100 special games are ended, the pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to the normal game state. In addition, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if the ball entering state when winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery is either the non-time saving state or the time saving state, after the first jackpot game is controlled to be in the special gaming state, If the lottery is won after 100 special games have been played, the game is controlled to the normal gaming state.

In the pachinko game machine 10, when the specific sensor SE4 does not detect a game ball in the first jackpot game, the pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to a specific gaming state after the first jackpot game ends. In the pachinko game machine 10, after being controlled to a specific gaming state after the end of the first jackpot game, the specific gaming state is maintained until the 100th special game ends or until the next jackpot game occurs. controlled by. In addition, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if the ball entry state when winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery is either a non-time saving state or a time saving state, after the first jackpot game is finished and the game is controlled to a specific gaming state, The specific game state is controlled until the 100 special games are completed or until the next jackpot game occurs.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to be controlled to the normal gaming state if 100 special games have been completed after the first jackpot game has been controlled to a specific gaming state after the end of the first jackpot game. has been done. In addition, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if the ball entering state when winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery is either the non-time saving state or the time saving state, after the first jackpot game is controlled to the specific gaming state, If the 100th special game ends after the end of the first jackpot game, the game is configured to be able to be controlled to the normal game state. Although details will be described later, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, after the first jackpot game is finished, the game is controlled to a specific gaming state, and then when the 100th special game is finished after the first jackpot game is finished, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is changed to the normal gaming state. There are cases where the game is controlled and cases where it is controlled to a special game state.

In this way, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to execute the special game at least 100 times in the special game state or the specific game state if the jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery after the first jackpot game ends. . That is, after the end of the first jackpot game, when a jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery, the minimum guaranteed number of times the special game can be executed in the time saving state is 100 times.

In the pachinko game machine 10, when the specific sensor SE4 detects a game ball in the second jackpot game, the pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to a special game state after the second jackpot game ends. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, after being controlled to the special gaming state after the end of the second jackpot game, it is controlled to the special gaming state until winning the falling lottery or until the next jackpot game occurs. Ru.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the jackpot is won in the jackpot lottery, the entry state is the non-time saving state, and after the second jackpot game is finished, the special game state is controlled, and the special game is played 20 times. If you win the falling lottery before the end of the game, you will be controlled to a specific gaming state. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a jackpot is won in the jackpot lottery, the entry state is the time saving state, and the special game is played 100 times after being controlled to the special gaming state after the end of the second jackpot game. If you win the falling lottery before it ends, you will be controlled to a specific gaming state.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the jackpot is won in the jackpot lottery, the entry state is a non-time saving state, and after the second jackpot game is finished, the falling lottery is won and the game is controlled to a specific gaming state, When the 20 special games are completed after the completion of the two jackpot games, it is configured to be able to be controlled to the normal gaming state. As will be described in detail later, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the jackpot is won in the jackpot lottery, the entry state is the non-time-saving state, and after the second jackpot game ends, the player wins the fall lottery and enters the specific gaming state. After being controlled, when the 20 special games are completed after the end of the second jackpot game, there are cases where the game is controlled to the normal game state and cases where it is controlled to the special game state. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the jackpot is won in the jackpot lottery, the entry state is the time saving state, and after the second jackpot game is finished, the falling lottery is won and the specific game state is controlled, and then the second When the 100 special games are completed after the end of the jackpot game, the control is possible to return to the normal game state. As will be described in detail later, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a jackpot is won in a jackpot lottery, the entry state is a time-saving state, and after the second jackpot game is finished, when a fall lottery is won, the pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to a specific gaming state. Then, when the 100th special game is completed after the end of the second jackpot game, there are cases where the game is controlled to the normal game state and cases where it is controlled to the special game state.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the jackpot is won in the jackpot lottery, the entry state is the non-time-saving state, and the 20th special game is controlled to the special gaming state after the second jackpot game ends. If the player wins the falling lottery after the game ends, the game is controlled to the normal gaming state. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a jackpot is won in the jackpot lottery, the entry state is the time saving state, and after the second jackpot game is finished, the special game state is controlled, and the special game is played 100 times. If the lottery is won after the game ends, the game is controlled to the normal gaming state.

In the pachinko game machine 10, when the specific sensor SE4 does not detect a game ball in the second jackpot game, the pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to a specific gaming state after the second jackpot game ends. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the jackpot is won in the jackpot lottery, the entry state is the non-time saving state, and after the second jackpot game is controlled to the specific gaming state, the 20th special game ends. The game is controlled to a specific game state until the next jackpot game occurs. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a jackpot is won in the jackpot lottery, the ball entry state is the time saving state, and after the second jackpot game is finished, the special game is controlled to a specific gaming state, and then the 100th special game ends. The specific game state is controlled until the next jackpot game occurs.

In the pachinko game machine 10, when a jackpot is won in the jackpot lottery, the ball entering state is a non-time saving state, and the ball entry state is controlled to a specific gaming state after the end of the second jackpot game, and the second jackpot game is not started. When the 20 special games are completed, the system is configured to be able to return to the normal game state. As will be described in detail later, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the jackpot is won in the jackpot lottery, the entry state is the non-time saving state, and after the second jackpot game is controlled to the specific gaming state, the pachinko game machine 10 When the 20 special games are completed after the end of the two jackpot games, there are cases where the game is controlled to the normal game state and cases where it is controlled to the special game state. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a jackpot is won in the jackpot lottery, the ball entering state is a time saving state, and the second jackpot game ends after the second jackpot game is controlled to a specific gaming state. When the 100th special game ends later, the system is configured to be able to return to the normal game state. As will be described in detail later, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the jackpot is won in the jackpot lottery, the ball entry state is the time saving state, and after the second jackpot game is controlled to the specific gaming state, the second When the 100 special games are completed after the end of the jackpot game, there are cases where the game is controlled to the normal game state and cases where it is controlled to the special game state.

In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, if the ball entering state when winning the jackpot in the jackpot drawing is in the non-time saving state, and the jackpot is not won in the jackpot drawing after the end of the second jackpot game, a special The special game is configured to be able to execute at least 20 special games in a gaming state or a specific gaming state. In other words, after the end of the second jackpot game that was awarded based on winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery in the non-time saving state, there is a minimum guarantee for the special game that can be executed in the time saving state when the jackpot is not won in the jackpot drawing. The number of times is 20. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the jackpot is won in the jackpot lottery, the entry state is the time saving state, and if the jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery after the end of the second jackpot game, the special game state or specific game The special game is configured to be able to execute at least 100 special games in the current state. In other words, after the end of the second jackpot game awarded based on winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery in the time saving state, the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time saving state when the jackpot is not won in the jackpot drawing. is 100 times.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a jackpot is won in the jackpot lottery, the pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to either the special gaming state or the specific gaming state after the jackpot game ends. That is, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is controlled to be in a time-saving state based on winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery. Then, when the specific sensor SE4 detects a game ball in a jackpot game, a high probability state is given after the jackpot game ends, and the game is controlled to a special game state. On the other hand, when the specific sensor SE4 does not detect a game ball in the jackpot game, the high probability state is not given after the jackpot game ends, and the specific gaming state is controlled. In the first jackpot game, there is a higher expectation that the specific sensor SE4 will detect the game ball than in the second jackpot game. Therefore, after the end of the first jackpot game, there is a higher expectation that a high probability state will be given than after the end of the second jackpot game.

After the end of the first jackpot game, regardless of the ball entry state when you win the jackpot in the jackpot lottery, if you do not win the jackpot in the jackpot lottery after the end of the first jackpot game, there is a special that can be executed in the time-saving state. The minimum guaranteed number of games is the same. On the other hand, after the end of the second jackpot game, depending on the ball entry state when you win the jackpot in the jackpot lottery, if you do not win the jackpot in the jackpot lottery after the end of the second jackpot game, there is a special that can be executed in the time-saving state. The minimum guaranteed number of games is different.

In addition, in the pachinko game machine 10, the game state may change even if the player does not win the jackpot in the jackpot lottery. The pachinko game machine 10 may be controlled to a special game state based on a chance symbol being derived in a special game. Specifically, if a chance symbol is derived in a special game while in the normal game state, the special game state is controlled. On the other hand, the pachinko game machine 10 is not controlled to the special game state based on the fact that a losing symbol is derived in the special game when the pachinko game machine 10 is in the normal game state. In this way, in the non-time saving state, even if the jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery, the time saving state (second time saving state) is controlled based on the chance symbols being derived in the special game. In this embodiment, the fact that a chance symbol is derived in the special game corresponds to the predetermined condition being satisfied. That is, even if the pachinko game machine 10 does not win a jackpot in the jackpot lottery, it may be controlled to a time saving state (second time saving state) based on the establishment of a predetermined condition. In the pachinko game machine 10, even if a jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery, the machine is controlled to be in a time-saving state (second time-saving state) based on the fact that a predetermined condition is satisfied in the non-time-saving state.

The display effects that can be executed by the effect display device EH will be explained.
The effect display device EH displays an effect game as an example of the display effect. In the production game, a plurality of rows of production symbols are variably displayed, and a combination of production symbols (hereinafter referred to as a symbol combination) is finally derived. The production design is also called a "decorative design" or "decorative design." As an example, the performance game of this embodiment is performed by displaying the performance symbols of the left symbol column, middle symbol column, and right symbol column in a variable manner (scroll display) in a predetermined direction, respectively.

The performance game is started with the special game and ended with the special game. In the performance game, symbol combinations are derived in accordance with the special symbols derived in the special game. When a jackpot symbol is derived in the special game, a jackpot symbol combination is derived in the production game. A jackpot symbol combination is a symbol combination in which all rows of performance symbols are the same performance symbol, such as "777". When winning symbols are derived in the special game, non-jackpot symbol combinations are derived in the production game. Similarly, when chance symbols are derived in the special game, non-jackpot symbol combinations are derived in the performance game. A non-jackpot symbol combination is, for example, a symbol combination such as "738" or "787" in which the performance symbols in at least some rows are different from the performance symbols in other rows. In addition, a non-jackpot symbol combination derived in a production game when a losing symbol is derived in a special game, and a non-jackpot symbol combination derived in a production game when a chance symbol is derived in a special game are one. Parts or all of them may be the same, or all of them may be different.

In this embodiment, in the performance game, when a reach is formed, a reach performance is executed. The reach is a state in which the same performance symbol is once stopped and displayed in a plurality of specific symbol rows, and the performance symbol continues to be displayed in a variable manner in other symbol rows. As an example, in this embodiment, the left symbol row and the right symbol row correspond to a specific symbol row, and the middle symbol row corresponds to another symbol row. The reach performance includes a normal reach performance and a super reach performance that has a higher jackpot expectation than the normal reach performance. The jackpot expectation level can be calculated by the ratio of the appearance rate in the case of a jackpot to the overall appearance rate, which is the sum of the appearance rate in the case of a non-jackpot and the appearance rate in the case of a jackpot. The normal reach performance is a performance in which after a reach is formed, a predetermined performance is executed and a symbol combination is derived by deriving the performance symbols of other symbol sequences. The super reach performance is a performance that develops the performance after the normal reach performance is executed, and derives symbol combinations by the developed performance. In the following explanation, the fact that only the normal reach effect is executed out of the normal reach effect and the super reach effect may be simply indicated as "the normal reach effect is executed." Similarly, in the following explanation, the fact that the super reach effect is executed after the normal reach effect is executed may be simply referred to as "the super reach effect is executed."

Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be explained.
As shown in FIG. 6, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a main control board 40 and a sub-control board 50. The main control board 40 and the sub-control board 50 are connected so that a control signal can be output from the main control board 40 to the sub-control board 50 in one direction. The main control board 40 performs various controls and outputs various control information (control commands). The sub-control board 50 controls the performance device group DE, which is an example of performance execution means, based on various control commands output by the main control board 40.

First, the main control board 40 will be explained.
The main control board 40 includes a microprocessor 41. The microprocessor 41 includes a processing section (hereinafter referred to as main CPU 42) and a storage section. The main CPU 42 executes various processes by executing a main control program. The main CPU 42 corresponds to main control means. The storage section of the microprocessor 41 includes a ROM area (hereinafter referred to as main ROM 43) from which information can be read but information cannot be written, and an RWM area (hereinafter referred to as main ROM 43) from which information can be read and written. , main RWM 44).

The main ROM 43 stores judgment values, tables, etc. used in various judgments and drawings. The main ROM 43 stores a jackpot determination value used to determine whether or not a jackpot has been won in a jackpot lottery. The main ROM 43 stores a fall determination value used to determine whether or not a player has won the fall lottery. The main ROM 43 stores jackpot symbol determination values used for jackpot symbol lottery. The main ROM 43 stores specific opportunity determination values used for chance lottery. The chance lottery is a lottery that determines whether or not to permanently display the chance symbols in the special game. The main ROM 43 stores performance determination values used for performance lottery. The performance lottery is a lottery that determines whether or not to execute the reach performance in the case of not winning the jackpot lottery.

The main ROM 43 stores multiple types of variation pattern tables. The variation pattern table is also called a variation pattern group. The variation pattern table is made up of determinable variation patterns among a plurality of types of variation patterns. The fluctuation pattern is information that can specify the fluctuation time from the start to the end of the execution of the special game. The variation pattern is information that can specify at least a part of the performance content (variation content) performed during execution of the special game. As will be described in detail later, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the type of variable pattern table is determined based on winning-related information based on winning a jackpot in a jackpot lottery and gaming status information based on the gaming status. Then, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, a variation pattern is determined based on the determined variation pattern table.

The fluctuation patterns include a jackpot fluctuation pattern, a loss fluctuation pattern, and a chance fluctuation pattern. The jackpot variation pattern is a variation pattern that performs a reach effect and ultimately derives a jackpot symbol combination. The jackpot fluctuation patterns include a "normal reach" jackpot fluctuation pattern that performs a normal reach effect, and a "super reach" jackpot fluctuation pattern that performs a super reach effect. The losing variation pattern is a variation pattern that ultimately derives a non-jackpot symbol combination. The losing variation patterns include a losing variation pattern of "with reach" that performs a reach effect, and a losing variation pattern of "no reach" that does not perform a reach effect. In addition, the deviation variation pattern of "with reach" which performs a reach effect includes the deviation variation pattern of "normal reach" which performs a normal reach effect, and the deviation variation pattern of "super reach" which performs a super reach effect. The chance variation pattern is a variation pattern that ultimately derives a non-jackpot symbol combination. In this embodiment, the chance variation patterns include a chance variation pattern of "no reach" in which no reach effect is performed, and do not include a chance variation pattern of "with reach" in which a reach effect is performed. The chance variation pattern is not limited to this, and may include a chance variation pattern of "with reach" that performs a reach effect, and a chance variation pattern of "no reach" that does not perform a reach effect. In addition, in this embodiment, the jackpot fluctuation pattern of "normal reach" and the losing fluctuation pattern of "normal reach" correspond to the fluctuation pattern associated with the execution of the normal reach performance. Similarly, in the present embodiment, the jackpot fluctuation pattern of "Super Reach" and the losing fluctuation pattern of "Super Reach" correspond to fluctuation patterns associated with the execution of the Super Reach performance.

The main RWM 44 stores various information that is rewritten according to the results of processing by the main CPU 42. The main RWM 44 corresponds to storage means that can store information. For example, the information stored by the main RWM 44 includes flags, counters, timers, and the like. The microprocessor 41 includes a random number circuit 45 that generates hardware random numbers. The microprocessor 41 may be able to generate software random numbers through random number generation processing performed by the main CPU 42. Note that the main CPU 42, main ROM 43, main RWM 44, and random number circuit 45 are not limited to being configured on one chip as the microprocessor 41, but may be configured separately.

The main control board 40 is connected to the sensors SE1 to SE5. The main CPU 42 is configured to be able to input a detection signal output when the sensors SE1 to SE5 detect a game ball. The main control board 40 is connected to the display sections 13a to 13f. The main CPU 42 is configured to be able to control the display contents of the display sections 13a to 13f. The main control board 40 is connected to the right-handed hitting notification lamp 13g. The main CPU 42 is configured to be able to control lighting and extinguishing of the right-handed player notification lamp 13g. The main control board 40 is connected to the solenoids SL1 to SL3. The main CPU 42 is configured to be able to control the operations of the variable members 17, 19, and 21 by controlling the operations of the solenoids SL1 to SL3.

The sub control board 50 will be explained.
The sub control board 50 includes a sub CPU 51, a sub ROM 52, and a sub RWM 53. The sub-CPU 51 performs various processes related to presentation by executing a sub-control program. The sub-CPU 51 executes processing related to execution of effects based on control commands input from the main CPU 42. The sub ROM 52 stores a sub control program, determination values used in a predetermined lottery, and the like. The sub ROM 52 stores display performance data used for display performance, light emission performance data used for light emission performance, audio performance data used for audio performance, and the like.

The sub-RWM 53 stores various information that is rewritten during the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 10. For example, the information stored in the secondary RWM 53 includes flags, counters, timers, and the like. Further, the sub-control board 50 is configured to be able to generate software random numbers through random number generation processing by the sub-CPU 51. Note that the sub-control board 50 may include a random number generation circuit and be capable of generating hardware random numbers.

The sub-control board 50 is connected to the effect display device EH. The sub CPU 51 is configured to be able to control the display content of the effect display device EH. The sub-control board 50 is connected to the decorative lamp LA. The sub CPU 51 is configured to be able to control the light emission mode of the decorative lamp LA. The sub-control board 50 is connected to the speaker SP. The sub CPU 51 is configured to be able to control the output mode of the speaker SP. In this embodiment, the sub CPU 51 corresponds to effect control means that controls the effect display device EH as effect execution means, the speaker SP, and the decorative lamp LA.

Next, various processes performed by the main CPU 42 of the main control board 40 will be explained.
The main CPU 42 performs timer interrupt processing at predetermined intervals (for example, 4 ms), including special symbol input processing, special symbol start processing, special symbol end processing, jackpot game processing, normal symbol input processing, normal symbol start processing, and normal symbol input processing. Execute winning game processing. Note that in this embodiment, the control information (control command) stored in the output buffer is output to the sub-control board 50 by an information output process executed as a timer interrupt process.

First, the special symbol input process will be explained.
In the special symbol input process, the main CPU 42 determines whether the game ball has entered the first starting port 15 based on whether a detection signal has been input from the first starting sensor SE1. When the game ball enters the first starting port 15, the main CPU 42 determines whether the first special reservation number stored in the main RWM 44 is less than the upper limit number. If the first special reservation number is less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 42 updates the first special reservation number by adding one. Subsequently, the main CPU 42 controls the first special reservation display section 13c to display information that allows identification of the updated first special reservation number. In this way, the starting condition for the first special game is established when the game ball is detected by the first starting sensor SE1 when the first special pending number is less than the upper limit number.

Next, the main CPU 42 obtains the random number generated by the random number circuit 45 and causes the main RWM 44 to store random number information based on the obtained random number. For example, the random numbers include a special winning random number used in a jackpot lottery, a falling random number used in a falling lottery, a jackpot symbol random number used to determine a jackpot symbol, a variable pattern random number used to determine a fluctuation pattern, and a performance judgment random number used in a performance lottery. be. The main CPU 42 stores the random number information so that the random number information is for the first special game and the storage order of the random number information can be specified. The random number information may be the acquired random number itself, or may be information obtained by processing the random number using a predetermined method. By storing the random number information used for the first special game in the main RWM 44, the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment can suspend the execution of the first special game until the execution conditions for the first special game are satisfied. . In this way, the pachinko game machine 10 is configured to be able to suspend execution of the first special game based on the game ball entering the first starting port 15.

When the random number information for the first special game is stored in the main RWM 44, when no game ball enters the first starting port 15, and when the first special reservation number is not less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 42 , it is determined whether the game ball has entered the second starting port 16 based on whether a detection signal is input from the second starting sensor SE2. If no game ball has entered the second starting port 16, the main CPU 42 ends the special symbol input process. When the game ball has entered the second starting port 16, the main CPU 42 determines whether the second special reservation number stored in the main RWM 44 is less than the upper limit number. If the second special reservation number is not less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 42 ends the special symbol input process. When the second special reservation number is less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 42 updates the second special reservation number by adding one. The main CPU 42 controls the second special reservation display section 13d so as to display information that allows identification of the updated second special reservation number. In this way, the starting condition for the second special game is established when the second special pending number is less than the upper limit number and the game ball is detected by the second starting sensor SE2.

Next, the main CPU 42 obtains the random number generated by the random number circuit 45 and causes the main RWM 44 to store random number information based on the obtained random number. The main CPU 42 stores the random number information so that the random number information is used for the second special game and the order in which the random number information is stored can be specified. By storing the random number information used for the second special game in the main RWM 44, the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment can suspend the execution of the second special game until the execution conditions for the second special game are satisfied. . In this way, the pachinko game machine 10 is configured to be able to suspend execution of the second special game based on the game ball entering the second starting port 16. After that, the main CPU 42 ends the special symbol input process.

Next, the special symbol start process will be explained.
As shown in FIGS. 7 and 8, in the special symbol start process, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the special game cannot be executed (step S101). The main CPU 42 makes a negative determination when the jackpot game is not in progress, the special game is not in progress, and the fluctuation interval is not in progress. On the other hand, the main CPU 42 makes an affirmative determination when the jackpot game is in progress, the special game is in progress, or the fluctuation interval is in progress. If the special game cannot be executed (step S101: YES), the main CPU 42 ends the special symbol start process. If the special game can be executed (step S101: NO), the main CPU 42 determines whether the second special pending number is 1 or more (step S102). If the second special reservation number is not 1 or more (step S102: NO), the main CPU 42 determines whether the first special reservation number is less than 1 (step S103). When the first special reservation number is less than 1, the main CPU 42 ends the special symbol start process.

If the first special pending number is not less than 1 (step S103: NO), the main CPU 42 performs a process of executing the first special game. Specifically, the main CPU 42 subtracts 1 from the first special reservation number and updates it (step S104). The main CPU 42 controls the first special reservation display section 13c to display information that allows identification of the updated first special reservation number. Next, the main CPU 42 determines whether the state is a low probability state (step S105). If it is a low probability state (step S105: YES), the main CPU 42 moves to the process of step S108. If it is a high probability state (step S105: NO), the main CPU 42 acquires the first stored random number information from the first special game random number information from the main RWM 44. Next, the main CPU 42 uses a fall random number and a fall determination value specified from the acquired random number information to perform a fall lottery to determine whether or not to cause a fall (transition) from a high probability state to a low probability state (step S106 ). In this embodiment, the main CPU 42 corresponds to a fall lottery means that performs fall processing. If the player does not win the falling lottery and does not fall from the high probability state to the low probability state (step S106: YES), the main CPU 42 moves to the process of step S108. When winning the falling lottery and causing the player to fall from a high probability state to a low probability state (step S106: NO), the main CPU 42 executes a state setting process (step S107).

Here, the status setting process will be explained.
As shown in FIG. 9, in the state setting process, the main CPU 42 determines whether the number of time reductions stored in the main RWM 44 is 0 (step S201). The number of times of time saving is information that can specify the remaining number of guaranteed minimum number of times of the special game that can be executed in the time saving state when a jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery after the time saving state is controlled. If the time saving number is 0 (step S201: YES), the main CPU 42 moves to the process of step S205. If the time saving number is not 0 (step S201: NO), the main CPU 42 controls from a high probability state to a low probability state, and from a special gaming state to a specific gaming state (step S202). Then, in accordance with the transition of the gaming state, the main CPU 42 updates the gaming state information, which is information based on the gaming state, and stores it in the main RWM 44 (step S203). Game state information corresponds to specific information.

The gaming state information of this embodiment includes low-probability non-time-saving information, low-probability time-saving information, and high-probability time-saving information. The low-probability non-time-saving information, which is an example of the first specific information, is information that can identify a low-probability state and a non-time-saving state. The low-probability time-saving information, which is an example of the second specific information, is information that can specify that the state is in a low-probability state and is in a time-saving state. Highly accurate time-saving information, which is an example of the second specific information, is information that can specify that the state is in a high probability state and is in a time-saving state. In this way, the first specific information is information that can specify that the device is in a non-time saving state. The second specific information is information that can specify that the time saving state is present. The information stored by the main RWM 44 includes gaming state information based on the gaming state. Incidentally, in step S203, the main CPU 42 updates the gaming state information from the highly accurate time saving information to the low accurate time saving information and stores it in the main RWM 44.

Next, the main CPU 42 stores the mode control command in the output buffer (step S204). The main CPU 42 performs a process (hereinafter referred to as mode control command generation process) of generating a mode control command based on winning-related information based on winning a jackpot in a jackpot lottery and gaming status information based on the gaming status. Execute and store the generated mode control command in the output buffer. The mode control command generation process will be explained in detail later. That is, in step S204, the main CPU 42 executes mode control command generation processing based on the gaming state information updated in step S203, and stores the generated mode control command in the output buffer. After storing the mode control command in the output buffer, the main CPU 42 ends the state setting process.

When the time saving number is 0, the main CPU 42 controls from a high probability state to a low probability state, from a time saving state to a non-time saving state, and from a special gaming state to a normal gaming state (step S205). Then, in accordance with the transition of the gaming state, the main CPU 42 updates the gaming state information, which is information based on the gaming state, and stores it in the main RWM 44 (step S206). Incidentally, in step S206, the main CPU 42 updates the gaming state information from highly accurate time saving information to low accurate non-time saving information and stores it in the main RWM 44. Then, the main CPU 42 executes a mode control command generation process based on the gaming state information updated in step S206, and stores the generated mode control command in the output buffer (step S207). After storing the mode control command in the output buffer, the main CPU 42 ends the state setting process.

Returning to FIG. 7, if an affirmative determination is made in the determination process of step S105 (if the probability state is low), if an affirmative determination is made in the determination process of step S106 (if you do not win the falling lottery), and the state settings. When the processing is completed, the main CPU 42 acquires the first stored random number information from the first special game random number information from the main RWM 44 . Subsequently, the main CPU 42 uses the special winning random number and jackpot determination value specified from the acquired random number information to perform a jackpot lottery to determine whether or not to win the jackpot. The main CPU 42 performs a jackpot lottery with a jackpot probability according to the current probability state, and determines whether or not the jackpot has been won (step S108).

If the jackpot is won (step S108: YES), the main CPU 42 performs jackpot game processing (step S112). In the jackpot game process, the main CPU 42 performs a jackpot symbol lottery using jackpot symbol random numbers and jackpot symbol determination values that can be specified from the random number information, and determines the jackpot symbol to be derived in the first special game. The main CPU 42 determines the type of the fluctuation pattern table based on the winning-related information based on winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery and the gaming state information based on the gaming state, and then changes the fluctuation pattern table based on the determined fluctuation pattern table. A process for determining a pattern (hereinafter referred to as a variation pattern determination process) is executed. The fluctuation pattern determination process will be explained in detail later. The main CPU 42 determines the jackpot fluctuation pattern by executing a fluctuation pattern determination process. After that, the main CPU 42 ends the special symbol start process.

If the jackpot has not been won (step S108: NO), the main CPU 42 performs a chance lottery using the special winning random number and specific opportunity determination value specified from the acquired random number information (step S109). In this embodiment, the random number information used for the chance lottery is the same as the random number information used for the jackpot lottery. The specific opportunity determination value is different from the value determined as the jackpot determination value among the values that can be taken by the random number information used in the jackpot lottery and the chance lottery.

If you win the chance lottery (step S109: YES), the main CPU 42 performs chance game processing (step S111). In the chance game process, the main CPU 42 determines the chance symbols to be derived in the first special game. In this embodiment, there is only one type of chance symbol. The main CPU 42 determines a chance fluctuation pattern by executing a fluctuation pattern determination process. After that, the main CPU 42 ends the special symbol start process.

When the chance lottery is not won (step S109: NO), the main CPU 42 performs a losing game process (step S110). In the losing game process, the main CPU 42 determines losing symbols to be derived in the first special game. In the losing game process, the main CPU 42 determines a losing variation pattern with a "reach" or a losing variation pattern with "no reach" by executing a variation pattern determination process. Incidentally, when the main CPU 42 determines not to perform the reach effect in the effect lottery, it determines the losing variation pattern of "no reach". In addition, when the main CPU 42 determines to execute a reach effect in the effect lottery, it determines an outlier variation pattern of "with reach".

When the second special reservation number is 1 or more (step S102: YES), the main CPU 42 performs processing to execute the second special game. In the process of executing the second special game, the "first special game" is changed to the "second special game" and the "first special pending number" is changed to the "second special pending number". In this process, the "first special reservation display section 13c" has been replaced with "the second special reservation display section 13d," so a detailed explanation thereof will be omitted. That is, in steps S113 to S121 of FIG. 8, the main CPU 42 performs subtraction of the second special reservation number, fall lottery, state setting process, jackpot lottery, chance lottery, and any game based on the results of the jackpot lottery and chance lottery. After performing the process, the special symbol start process is ended. As described above, in the pachinko game machine 10 of this embodiment, the main CPU 42 executes the special symbol input process and the special symbol start process, so that the game ball enters the first starting port 15 or the second starting port 16. The system is structured so that a jackpot lottery and a chance lottery are performed using the ball as an opportunity.

The main CPU 42 stores the fluctuation start command and the special symbol command in the output buffer in the jackpot game process, the chance game process, or the losing game process. The fluctuation start command is a control command that can specify the fluctuation pattern determined in each game process and the start of a special game (effect game). The special symbol command is a control command that can specify a special symbol (a jackpot symbol, a chance symbol, or a losing symbol) determined in each game process. Note that the fluctuation start command and the special symbol command are different control commands when the game process of the first special game is executed and when the game process of the second special game is executed. In the following explanation, the fluctuation start command when the game processing of the first special game is executed is the "first fluctuation start command", and the fluctuation start command when the game processing of the second special game is executed is the "second fluctuation start command". "Variation start command" may be indicated. In addition, in the following explanation, the special symbol command when the game process of the first special game is executed is the "first special symbol command", and the special symbol command when the game process of the second special game is executed is "the first special symbol command". It may be indicated as "Second Special Design Command".

When the special symbol start process is finished, the main CPU 42 causes the first special game or the second special game to be executed by a process different from the special symbol start process. Specifically, when executing the first special game, the main CPU 42 controls the first special symbol display section 13a to start displaying a predetermined symbol in a variable manner. The main CPU 42 measures the variation time defined in the variation pattern. The main CPU 42 controls the first special symbol display section 13a to derive the special symbol determined in the special symbol start process when the variation time defined in the variation pattern has elapsed. At this time, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store information (hereinafter referred to as stop symbol information) that allows identification of the derived special symbol. Furthermore, when the variation time set in the variation pattern has elapsed, the main CPU 42 stores in the output buffer a control command (hereinafter referred to as a variation end command) that can specify the end of the special game. After that, the main CPU 42 executes special symbol end processing.

On the other hand, when executing the second special game, the main CPU 42 controls the second special symbol display section 13b to start variable display of predetermined symbols. The main CPU 42 measures the variation time defined in the variation pattern. The main CPU 42 controls the second special symbol display section 13b to derive the special symbol determined in the special symbol start process when the variation time defined in the variation pattern has elapsed. At this time, the main CPU 42 stores the stopped symbol information in the main RWM 44. Further, the main CPU 42 stores the variation end command in the output buffer when the variation time defined in the variation pattern has elapsed. After that, the main CPU 42 executes special symbol end processing.

The special symbol end process will be explained.
As shown in FIG. 10, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the time saving number is 0 in the special symbol end process (step S301). When the number of time reductions is 0 (step S301: YES), the main CPU 42 moves to the process of step S312. If the number of time reductions is not 0 (step S301: NO), the main CPU 42 subtracts 1 from the number of time reductions and stores it in the main RWM 44 (step S302). In the present embodiment, when the control is performed from a non-time saving state to a time saving state, the initial number of time saving times is stored in the main RWM 44. The pachinko game machine 10 is configured to be able to control the time saving state at least until the number of time saving times reaches 0. Therefore, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to be controlled into a time saving state at least when the number of time saving times is 1 or more.

After step S302, the main CPU 42 determines whether the number of time reductions is 1 or more (step S303). When the number of times of time saving is 1 or more (step S303: YES), the main CPU 42 moves to the process of step S312. If the number of time reductions is not 1 or more (step S303: NO), the main CPU 42 determines whether the state is a high probability state (step S304). That is, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the special game state is in step S304. If it is a high probability state (step S304: YES), the main CPU 42 moves to the process of step S312. If it is not a high probability state (step S304: NO), the main CPU 42 determines whether the stopped symbol information stored in the main RWM 44 is a chance symbol (step S305). If the stop symbol information is not a chance symbol (step S305: NO), the main CPU 42 controls from the time saving state to a non-time saving state and then to the normal gaming state (step S306). After that, the main CPU 42 moves to the process of step S309. When the stop symbol information is a chance symbol (step S305: YES), the main CPU 42 controls the time saving state (second time saving state) and controls the special game state (step S307). Further, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the initial number of time saving times (200 times in this embodiment) when the special game state is controlled (step S308). After that, the main CPU 42 moves to the process of step S309. In this way, when the game state is the special game state when the time saving number becomes 0, it is not controlled to a non-time saving state but remains controlled to the time saving state (first time saving state). On the other hand, if the game state is either a specific game state or a special game state when the time saving number becomes 0, there are two cases in which the game state is controlled to the normal game state (non-time saving state) and a special game state (time saving state). There are cases where it is controlled.

If the number of time savings is 0 in step S301, if the number of time savings is 1 or more in step S303, and if it is a high probability state in step S304, the main CPU 42 determines that the stop symbol information stored in the main RWM 44 is a chance. It is determined whether or not it is a symbol (step S312). If the stopped symbol information is not a chance symbol (step S312: YES), the main CPU 42 moves to the process of step S309. When the stop symbol information is a chance symbol (step S312: NO), the main CPU 42 determines whether or not it is in a time saving state (step S313). If it is in the time saving state (step S313: YES), the main CPU 42 moves to the process of step S309. If it is not the time saving state (step S313: NO), the main CPU 42 controls from the non-time saving state to the time saving state (second time saving state), and from the normal gaming state to the special gaming state (step S314). Further, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the initial number of time saving times (200 times in this embodiment) when the special game state is controlled (step S315).

Then, the main CPU 42 stores 15 seconds as the inter-variation interval time (hereinafter referred to as interval time) in the main RWM 44 (step S316). At this time, the main CPU 42 stores in the output buffer a control command (hereinafter referred to as a specific interval start command) that can specify that the inter-variation interval has started and that the interval time is 15 seconds. Further, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store a flag (hereinafter referred to as an interval flag) that can identify that the fluctuation interval is in progress. Note that the main CPU 42 measures the interval time and erases the interval flag when 15 seconds have elapsed. The main CPU 42 can determine whether or not the interval between fluctuations is in progress in the special symbol start process based on the interval flag.

If the normal gaming state is controlled in step S306, if the time saving number is set in step S308, if the stop symbol information is not a chance symbol in step S312, or if the time saving state is in step S313, the main CPU 42 The main RWM 44 stores 0.5 seconds as the interval time (step S309). At this time, the main CPU 42 stores in the output buffer a control command (hereinafter referred to as a predetermined interval start command) that can specify that the inter-variation interval has started and that the interval time is 0.5 seconds. Further, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the interval flag. Note that the main CPU 42 measures the interval time and erases the interval flag when 0.5 seconds have elapsed.

In this way, the main CPU 42 can control the time saving state (second time saving state) based on the fact that a chance symbol is derived in the special game when the main CPU 42 is in the non-time saving state. Then, when the main CPU 42 is in the non-time saving state and controls the time saving state based on the chance symbol being derived in the special game, the main CPU 42 sets 15 seconds as the interval time. On the other hand, the main CPU 42 sets 0.5 seconds as the interval time when the chance symbol is not derived in the special game and the time saving state is not controlled in the non-time saving state. Further, when the chance symbol is not derived in the special game during the time saving state, the main CPU 42 sets 0.5 seconds as the interval time. Moreover, the main CPU 42 sets 0.5 seconds as the interval time even if a chance symbol is derived in the special game when the time is shortened. That is, in the pachinko game machine 10, 15 seconds is set as the interval time only when the control is changed from the non-time saving state to the time saving state based on the chance symbol being derived in the special game.

After storing the interval time in the main RWM 44, the main CPU 42 updates gaming state information, which is information based on the gaming state, and stores it in the main RWM 44 (step S310). The main CPU 42 then executes mode control command generation processing and stores the generated mode control command in the output buffer (step S311). After that, the main CPU 42 ends the special symbol end processing.

As described above, the main CPU 42 controls the time saving state (second time saving state) based on the fact that the chance symbol (specific result) is derived in the special game when the main CPU 42 is in the non-time saving state. That is, the main CPU 42 controls the game to the special game state based on the fact that a chance symbol is derived in the special game when the game is in the normal game state. Then, the main CPU 42 does not control the time-saving state based on the fact that a losing symbol (non-specific result) is derived in the special game when the game is in the non-time-saving state. That is, the main CPU 42 does not control the game to the special game state based on the fact that a losing symbol is derived in the special game when the game is in the normal game state. Further, even if either a losing symbol or a chance symbol is derived in the special game when the time is in the time saving state, the main CPU 42 does not control the game to a non-time saving state based on the fact that these symbols have been derived. That is, even if either a losing symbol or a chance symbol is derived in the special game during the special game state, the main CPU 42 does not control the game to the normal gaming state based on the fact that these symbols have been derived. Similarly, even if either a losing symbol or a chance symbol is derived in the special game during the specific gaming state, the main CPU 42 does not control the game to the normal gaming state based on the fact that these symbols are derived.

Here, the performance that can be executed in the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be explained together with the content of the performance that will be executed when the game state shifts based on the derivation of the chance symbol.
The pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to execute a transition suggestion performance that suggests that the gaming state has transitioned. The transition suggestion effect can be executed on the effect display device EH. The transition suggestion performance is executed when the normal game state is controlled to the special game state. That is, in the pachinko game machine 10, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game during the normal game state and the machine is controlled to the special game state, a transition suggestion performance is executed on the performance display device EH. The transition suggestion performance corresponds to a specific performance.

The pachinko game machine 10 is configured to be able to execute a right-hand hitting promotion effect that urges the game ball to be launched into the right side area R2 of the game board YB. The right-handed hitting promotion performance can be executed on the performance display device EH. The right-hand hitting promotion performance is a performance that encourages the firing of the game ball to the right side area R2 corresponding to the specific area on the game board YB, so it can also be said to be a performance that encourages the game ball to flow down to the specific area. The right-handed hitting promotion performance is executed when the state changes from a state in which left-handed hitting is recommended to a state in which right-handed hitting is recommended. For example, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when controlled from a normal gaming state to a special gaming state, a right-handed hitting promotion effect is executed. For example, in the pachinko game machine 10, when a jackpot symbol is derived in a special game and a jackpot game is started during the normal game state, a right-handed hitting promotion performance is executed. The right-handed hitting promotion performance corresponds to a predetermined performance.

When chance symbols are derived in the special game in the normal gaming state, non-jackpot symbol combinations are derived in the performance game on the performance display device EH. In the pachinko game machine 10, after a chance symbol is derived in a special game in a normal game state, a variation interval starts. Note that the interval time is 15 seconds.

When the inter-variation interval starts, the effect display device EH starts a transition suggestion effect indicating that the special game state has been controlled. The transition suggestion effect is configured by displaying text information of "Chance Time Entry" on the effect display device EH. Thereafter, on the effect display device EH, the transition suggestion effect is completed and the character information "Entering Chance Time" is erased. The execution time of the transition suggestion effect is, for example, 5 seconds. Therefore, when the transition suggestion effect ends, the interval time has not exceeded 15 seconds. Therefore, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is in the inter-variation interval, and the next special game is not started. In this way, in this embodiment, the transition suggestion effect is started within the interval time. Then, the transition suggestion performance ends within the interval time.

After the transition suggestion performance is completed, the performance display device EH executes a right-hitting promotion performance that urges the game ball to flow down to the right area R2 (specific area). The right-handed driving promotion effect is configured by displaying text information of "right-handed hitting" and an image imitating an arrow pointing to the right on the effect display device EH. Note that when the right-handed hitting promotion effect is started, approximately 5 seconds have elapsed since the start of the fluctuation interval, but it is still within the interval time. That is, the right-handed hitting promotion effect is started within the interval time. Note that the right-handed hitting promotion effect continues until the next special game starts. When the next special game starts, on the effect display device EH, the right-handed hitting promotion effect ends and the text information of "right-handed hitting" and the image imitating an arrow pointing to the right are erased.

In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, during the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol was derived during the normal gaming state, a transition suggestion effect indicating that the control has been controlled to the special gaming state is produced. It is started on the display device EH. In addition, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, during the interval time after the end of a special game in which a chance symbol is derived during the normal gaming state, a right-handed hit that encourages the game ball to flow down to the right area R2 of the game board YB is performed. A promotional performance is started on the performance display device EH.

Next, the jackpot game process will be explained.
The jackpot game process is a process for awarding a jackpot game. The main CPU 42 of this embodiment performs the following control by executing the jackpot game process as a timer interrupt process.

When the main CPU 42 derives the jackpot symbol in the special game, it executes the jackpot game process after the special jackpot game ends. The main CPU 42 specifies the type of jackpot game based on the jackpot symbol (namely, jackpot type) determined in the special symbol start process. The main CPU 42 awards the specified type of jackpot game.

When starting the jackpot game, the main CPU 42 updates the winning-related information based on winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery and stores it in the main RWM 44. Specifically, the main CPU 42 can specify information that can specify whether the ball entry state is a non-time saving state or a time saving state when a jackpot is won in a jackpot lottery, and the jackpot symbol derived in the special game. This information is stored in the main RWM 44 as winning-related information. If you win a jackpot in a jackpot lottery while in a non-time saving state and a first jackpot symbol is derived, the main CPU 42 generates information that allows you to specify that you are in a non-time saving state and that it is the first jackpot symbol. (hereinafter referred to as first non-time-saving information) is stored in the main RWM 44 as winning-related information. If you win a jackpot in the jackpot lottery while in the time-saving state and the first jackpot symbol is derived, the main CPU 42 generates information (hereinafter referred to as , first time-saving information) is stored in the main RWM 44 as winning-related information. If you win a jackpot in a jackpot lottery while in a non-time saving state and a second jackpot symbol is derived, the main CPU 42 generates information that allows you to specify that you are in a non-time saving state and that it is a second jackpot symbol. (hereinafter referred to as second non-time-saving information) is stored in the main RWM 44 as winning-related information. If you win a jackpot in the jackpot lottery while in the time-saving state and a second jackpot symbol is derived, the main CPU 42 generates information (hereinafter referred to as , second time-saving information) is stored in the main RWM 44 as winning-related information. In this way, the winning-related information is updated based on the gaming state in the special game before the jackpot game starts. In addition, the winning-related information is updated based on the jackpot symbols derived in the special game. The winning-related information corresponds to predetermined information.

When the main CPU 42 starts the jackpot game, it lights up the right-hand hit notification lamp 13g. Incidentally, the main CPU 42 turns off the right-hand hitting notification lamp 13g when the game is not in a jackpot game and is controlled to be in a non-time saving state. When the main CPU 42 starts the jackpot game, it stores a control command (hereinafter referred to as an opening command) that can specify the start of the opening time in an output buffer. When the opening time has elapsed, the main CPU 42 performs processing for executing a round game. That is, the main CPU 42 controls the special solenoid SL2 using the opening control data for the jackpot game, and opens the jackpot opening 18. The main CPU 42 controls the special solenoid SL2 to close the big prize opening 18 when the number of game balls detected by the special winning sensor SE3 reaches the above-mentioned upper limit number or when the above-mentioned upper limit time has elapsed. This ends the round game. The main CPU 42 repeatedly performs the process for executing such a round game until the upper limit number of round games determined for the jackpot game is completed. In the case of the first jackpot game, the main CPU 42 plays the round game 10 times. In the case of the second jackpot game, the main CPU 42 performs three round games. Each time the main CPU 42 starts a round game, it stores a control command (hereinafter referred to as a round command) that can specify the start of the round game in an output buffer. In this way, the main CPU 42 can control opening of the big prize opening 18 in the first jackpot game and the second jackpot game. In this embodiment, the main CPU 42 controls the special solenoid SL2 to realize the function as an opening/closing control means for controlling opening and closing of the big prize opening 18. The main CPU 42 is capable of executing control to open the big prize opening 18 when the jackpot game is executed. On the other hand, the main CPU 42 does not execute the control to open the big prize opening 18 as an opportunity different from the execution of the jackpot game. That is, the main CPU 42 executes control to open the big prize opening 18 only when the jackpot game is executed. For this reason, for example, the main CPU 42 does not execute control to open the big prize opening 18 when a chance symbol is derived in the special game. Therefore, when a chance symbol is derived in the special game, the grand prize opening 18 is not opened as a result of the chance symbol being derived in the special game.

Moreover, in a specific round game, the main CPU 42 controls the specific solenoid SL3 using the operation control data of the specific variable member 21, and displaces the specific variable member 21 between the first position P1 and the second position P2. . In the case of the first jackpot game, the main CPU 42 controls the specific solenoid SL3 using the operation control data of the specific operation pattern of the specific variable member 21 in the specific round game, and moves the specific variable member 21 to the first position P1. and the second position P2. In the case of the second jackpot game, the main CPU 42 controls the specific solenoid SL3 using the operation control data of the non-specific movement pattern of the specific variable member 21 in the specific round game, and moves the specific variable member 21 to the first position P1. and the second position P2. As described above, the specific motion pattern is a motion pattern in which the game balls that have arrived at the branching portion 20d are more likely to be sorted to the special passage 20b compared to the non-specific motion pattern. That is, in the first jackpot game, there is a higher expectation that the game balls that enter the jackpot 18 will be distributed to the special passage 20b compared to the second jackpot game. In this embodiment, the main CPU 42 controls the specific solenoid SL3, thereby realizing a function as a distribution control means for controlling the operation of the specific variable member 21.

As described above, the main CPU 42 executes control to open the big prize opening 18 only when a jackpot game is executed. As a result, in the pachinko game machine 10, the game balls are not distributed to the special passage 20b as a trigger different from the execution of the jackpot game, so the specific sensor SE4 does not detect the game balls. That is, in the pachinko game machine 10, the game balls are distributed to the special passage 20b and the specific sensor SE4 can detect the game balls only when a jackpot game is executed. Therefore, for example, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game, the specific sensor SE4 will not detect a game ball triggered by the derivation of a chance symbol in the special game.

From the above, after the first jackpot game ends, there is a higher expectation that game balls will be distributed to the special passage 20b than after the second jackpot game or after the chance symbols are derived in the special game. That is, after the first jackpot game ends, there is a higher expectation that the specific sensor SE4 will detect the game ball than after the second jackpot game ends or after the chance symbol is derived in the special game. Therefore, after the first jackpot game ends, there is a higher expectation that a benefit (high probability state) will be awarded than after the second jackpot game ends or after a chance symbol is derived in the special game.

When the main CPU 42 inputs a detection signal from the specific sensor SE4 in a specific round game, the main CPU 42 stores a specific flag in the main RWM 44 as information that can specify that the game balls have been sorted to the special passage 20b. The main CPU 42 can specify whether or not game balls have been distributed to the special passage 20b during the jackpot game, depending on whether or not a specific flag is stored in the main RWM 44. When the final round game ends, the main CPU 42 stores a control command (hereinafter referred to as an ending command) that can specify the start of the ending time in an output buffer. The main CPU 42 ends the jackpot game when the ending time elapses.

Next, the processing performed by the main CPU 42 to shift the gaming state will be explained. In this embodiment, the main CPU 42 that performs processing for transitioning the gaming state corresponds to gaming state control means that controls the gaming state. In other words, the main CPU 42 is capable of executing various types of processing including processing related to the gaming state.

The main CPU 42 updates the game state information and stores it in the main RWM 44 when the probability state and ball entry state are changed. Specifically, when the main CPU 42 controls the low probability state and the non-time-saving state, the main RWM 44 stores low-probability non-time-saving information, which is an example of the first specific information, as gaming state information. When the main CPU 42 controls to the low probability state and the time saving state, the main RWM 42 stores low probability time saving information, which is an example of the second specific information, as gaming state information. When controlling to the high probability state and the time saving state, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store high probability time saving information, which is an example of the second specific information, as gaming state information.

When the main CPU 42 finishes the first jackpot game or the second jackpot game, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not a specific flag is stored in the main RWM 44. When the specific flag is stored in the main RWM 44, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the high accuracy flag and erases the specific flag. That is, the main CPU 42 controls to a high probability state. On the other hand, if the specific flag is not stored in the main RWM 44, the main CPU 42 does not store the high accuracy flag in the main RWM 44. That is, the main CPU 42 controls to a low probability state. When the main CPU 42 starts a jackpot game and a high probability flag is stored in the main RWM 44, the main CPU 42 erases the high probability flag. That is, the main CPU 42 controls to a low probability state during the jackpot game. Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, if a jackpot is won in the jackpot lottery after being controlled to a high probability state and a jackpot symbol is derived in a special game, the high probability state ends and the jackpot game starts. .

When the main CPU 42 finishes the first jackpot game or the second jackpot game, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the first time saving flag. That is, the main CPU 42 controls to a first time saving state, which is an example of a time saving state. In this way, the main CPU 42 determines that, even after the end of either the first jackpot game or the second jackpot game, the advantage of entering the game ball into the second starting port 16 is higher than in the non-time saving state. Control to a high time saving state. As will be described in detail later, if a chance symbol is derived in a special game while in a non-time saving state, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store a second time saving flag, and enters a second time saving state which is an example of a time saving state. control. When the main CPU 42 is controlled to be in the time saving state, the right-handed hitting notification lamp 13g is turned on. Incidentally, the main CPU 42 turns off the right-hand hitting notification lamp 13g when the game is not in a jackpot game and is controlled to be in a non-time saving state. When the main CPU 42 starts a jackpot game and the first time saving flag or the second time saving flag is stored in the main RWM 44, the main CPU 42 erases the first time saving flag and the second time saving flag. That is, the main CPU 42 controls the game to a non-time saving state during the jackpot game. Therefore, in the pachinko game machine 10, when a jackpot is won in a jackpot lottery after being controlled to a time saving state and a jackpot symbol is derived in a special game, the time saving state is ended and a jackpot game is started. As mentioned above, when the first jackpot game or the second jackpot game ends, the main CPU 42 controls the main RWM 44 to either the special gaming state or the specific gaming state depending on whether or not the specific flag is stored. . Moreover, when the main CPU 42 starts the jackpot game, it controls the game to a normal game state.

After finishing the first jackpot game, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the number of time reductions (100 times in this embodiment). At this time, the main CPU 42 stores a control command (hereinafter referred to as a time saving number command) that can specify the number of time saving times in the output buffer. The time saving number (100 times in this embodiment) stored in the main RWM 44 when the first jackpot game ends is an example of the predetermined number of times. When the second jackpot game ends, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the number of times saved in accordance with the winning-related information stored in the main RWM 44. Specifically, when the winning-related information stored in the main RWM 44 is the second non-time saving information, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the number of time saving times (20 times in this embodiment) and issues the time saving number command. Store in output buffer. On the other hand, if the winning related information stored in the main RWM 44 is the second time saving information, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the number of time saving times (100 times in this embodiment), and sends the time saving number command to the output buffer. Store. The time saving number (20 or 100) stored in the main RWM 44 when the second jackpot game ends is an example of the predetermined number of times. In this embodiment, the time saving number command can specify the remaining number of guaranteed minimum number of special games that can be executed in the time saving state when a jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery after the time saving state has been controlled. This is great information.

After the first jackpot game or the second jackpot game ends, the main CPU 42 updates the time saving number stored in the main RWM 44 (subtracts 1 in this embodiment) every time the special game ends. Specifically, after the first jackpot game or the second jackpot game ends, the main CPU 42 updates the time saving number in the process of step S302 in FIG. 10 in the special symbol end process. When the main CPU 42 updates the number of time reductions, it stores in the output buffer a time reduction number command that can specify the number of time reductions after the update.

When the main CPU 42 is controlled to the special game state after the first jackpot game or the second jackpot game ends, it executes the falling lottery every time the special game is started. If the player does not win the falling lottery, the main CPU 42 continues to control the game to a special game state regardless of the value of the time saving number. That is, when the fall lottery is not won, the main CPU 42 does not erase the high probability flag and the first time saving flag stored in the main RWM 44 even if the time saving number is 0, and continues to enter the special game state. to control. In this way, when the pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to be in the special game state, if the player does not win the falling lottery, even after the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, The game continues to be controlled to a special gaming state. In other words, if the jackpot game is controlled to be in the special game state after the jackpot game ends, and the falling lottery is not won before the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the jackpot game ends, then after the jackpot game ends. Even after the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times, the special game state continues to be controlled.

On the other hand, when winning the falling lottery, if the time saving number is 1 or more, the main CPU 42 erases only the high probability flag stored in the main RWM 44 and controls to a specific gaming state. In this way, in the pachinko game machine 10, when the special game state is controlled after the end of the jackpot game and before the predetermined number of special games have been executed, if the pachinko game machine 10 wins the falling lottery, the specific game controlled by the state. Thereafter, the main CPU 42 can erase the first time saving flag when the number of time saving times becomes 0 and control the game to the normal gaming state. As described above, in the pachinko game machine 10, the special game state is controlled after the end of the jackpot game, and even if the player wins the falling lottery after the end of the jackpot game and before the special game is executed a predetermined number of times. The normal game state is not controlled at least until the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game.

When winning the falling lottery, the main CPU 42 erases the high certainty flag and the first time saving flag stored in the main RWM 44 if the number of time saving times is 0, and controls the game to a normal gaming state. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even after the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, when the pachinko gaming machine 10 is continuously controlled in the special gaming state, if the winning lottery is won. is controlled to the normal gaming state.

The main CPU 42 does not execute the falling lottery while controlling to a specific gaming state. After the first jackpot game or the second jackpot game ends, when the main CPU 42 is controlling to a specific gaming state, when the number of time saving times becomes 0, it can erase the first time saving flag and control to the normal gaming state. It is. As will be described later, when the time saving number becomes 0 in a specific gaming state, the main CPU 42 may control the game to a normal gaming state or to a special gaming state. After the first jackpot game or the second jackpot game ends, when the main CPU 42 is controlling to a specific gaming state, if the time saving number is 1 or more, the main CPU 42 does not erase the first time saving flag and continues to enter the specific gaming state. control.

When a chance symbol is derived, the main CPU 42 may cause the main RWM 44 to store a second time saving flag and control the main RWM 44 to a special game state. That is, even if the jackpot symbol is not derived in the special game, the main CPU 42 may control the time saving state after the chance symbol is derived in the special game (after the predetermined condition is satisfied). Specifically, in the special symbol end process, if the stop symbol information stored in the main RWM 44 is a chance symbol and is in a non-time saving state, the main RWM 44 is made to store a second time saving flag and is controlled to a special game state. do. That is, the main CPU 42 controls the time saving state after a chance symbol is derived in the special game in the non-time saving state (after a predetermined condition is satisfied). In other words, the main CPU 42 controls the game to the special game state based on the fact that a chance symbol is derived in the special game when the game is in the normal game state. The main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the number of time reductions (200 times in this embodiment) when controlling from the normal gaming state to the special gaming state. The number of time reductions (200 times in this embodiment) stored in the main RWM 44 when the special game state is controlled is an example of the specific number of times.

The main CPU 42 does not execute the falling lottery while controlling to the special game state. When controlling to the special game state, the main CPU 42 can erase the second time saving flag when the number of time saving times becomes 0 and control to the normal gaming state. As will be described later, when the time saving number becomes 0 while in the special game state, the main CPU 42 may control the game to the normal game state or to the special game state. When controlling to the special game state, the main CPU 42 does not erase the second time-saving flag and continues to control to the special game state if the number of time-savings is 1 or more.

If the stop symbol information is not a chance symbol, the main CPU 42 does not control the special game state. That is, the main CPU 42 does not control the game to the special game state based on the fact that a special symbol (an example of a missed symbol) different from the chance symbol is derived in the special game during the normal game state. However, if the stopped symbol information is not a chance symbol when in the special game state, the main CPU 42 can continue to control the special game state.

Further, even if the stop symbol information is a chance symbol, if it is in a time saving state, the main CPU 42 does not control the special game state. However, when the number of time reductions becomes 0 in the special symbol end process, the main CPU 42 may cause the main RWM 44 to store the second time reduction flag and control the game to a special game state. Specifically, when the time saving number becomes 0 in a specific gaming state and the stop symbol information is a chance symbol, the main CPU 42 erases the first time saving flag and stores the second time saving flag to play the special Control to gaming state. At this time, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the number of time reductions (200 times in this embodiment), and stores the time reduction number command in the output buffer. Incidentally, when the time saving number becomes 0 in the specific gaming state and the stop symbol information is not a chance symbol, the main CPU 42 erases the first time saving flag and controls to the normal gaming state. In this way, when in the specific game state, the control may be changed to the normal game state based on the number of executions of the special game after the end of the jackpot game reaching a predetermined number of times. In other words, when the time-saving state is controlled based on winning a jackpot in the jackpot lottery, the time-saving state is controlled based on the number of executions of the special game after the end of the jackpot game reaching a predetermined number of times. may be done. When the main CPU 42 is controlling to a specific gaming state, it can be controlled to a normal gaming state based on the fact that a predetermined number of special games have been executed since the end of the jackpot game. When a chance symbol is derived in the special game for the number of times, the special game state is controlled after the end of the special game for the predetermined number of times. In addition, when the number of time reductions is 1 or more when in the specific game state, the main CPU 42 does not control to the special game state and does not store 200 times as the number of time reductions in the main RWM 44. That is, when the main CPU 42 is controlling to a specific gaming state, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game before the predetermined number of special games after the end of the jackpot game, the main CPU 42 determines that the chance symbol has been derived. The special game state is not controlled based on this. As described above, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game before the predetermined number of special games after the end of the jackpot game while in the specific game state, the special game state is not controlled. On the other hand, when a chance symbol is derived in a predetermined number of special games after the end of the jackpot game while in the specific game state, the special game state is controlled.

When the time saving number becomes 0 in the special game state and the stop symbol information is a chance symbol, the main CPU 42 controls to the special game state without erasing the second time saving flag. At this time, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the number of time reductions (200 times in this embodiment), and stores the time reduction number command in the output buffer. Incidentally, when the time saving number becomes 0 in the special game state and the stop symbol information is not a chance symbol, the main CPU 42 erases the second time saving flag and controls to the normal gaming state. In this way, when in the special game state, the control may be changed to the normal game state based on the number of times the special game has been executed after the special game state has been controlled to reach a specific number of times. In other words, when the time-saving state is controlled based on the fulfillment of a predetermined condition in the non-time-saving state, the control is configured such that the time-saving state can be controlled based on the fact that a specific number of special games have been executed in the time-saving state. There is. Although the main CPU 42 can be controlled to the normal gaming state based on the fact that a specific number of special games have been executed after controlling to the special gaming state, in the specific number of special games after controlling to the special gaming state, When a chance symbol is derived, the special game state is controlled after the end of the special game for a specific number of times. In addition, if the time saving number is 1 or more when in the special game state, the main CPU 42 continues to control the special game state, but does not control to the special game state based on the chance symbol being derived. , the main RWM 44 does not store 200 times as the number of time reductions. That is, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game prior to the specified number of special games after controlling to the special game state, the main CPU 42 enters the special game state based on the fact that the chance symbol was derived. Not controlled.

When the time saving number becomes 0 in the special game state and the stop symbol information is a chance symbol, the main CPU 42 does not control to the special game state and does not store 200 times as the time saving number in the main RWM 44. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, if a chance symbol is derived in the predetermined number of special games after the end of the jackpot game without winning the falling lottery while in the special gaming state, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is not controlled to the special gaming state. . If the stop symbol information is a chance symbol after the end of the special game after the time saving number becomes 0 in the special gaming state, the main CPU 42 does not control the special gaming state and causes the main RWM 44 to perform the time saving. Do not store 200 times as the number of times. That is, in the pachinko game machine 10, even after the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, when the pachinko game machine 10 is continuously controlled to the special game state, the special game is played without winning the falling lottery. When a chance symbol is derived in a game, the special game state is not controlled. If the number of time reductions is 1 or more during the special game state, the main CPU 42 does not control the special game state and does not store 200 times as the number of time reductions in the main RWM 44. That is, in the pachinko game machine 10, when the special game is controlled to be in the special game state after the end of the jackpot game and before the special game is executed a predetermined number of times, the pachinko game machine 10 does not win the falling lottery but wins the chance in the special game. When a symbol is derived, the special game state is not controlled.

Incidentally, when the main CPU 42 controls the game to the normal game state after winning the falling lottery after the time saving number becomes 0 while in the special game state, the main CPU 42 does not control to the special game state when the stopped symbol information is not a chance symbol. . On the other hand, when the main CPU 42 wins the falling lottery after the time reduction number becomes 0 in the special gaming state and controls the normal gaming state, when the stopped symbol information is a chance symbol, the main RWM 44 controls the second time reduction. A flag is stored to control a normal game state to a special game state. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even after a predetermined number of special games have been executed, when the machine is continuously controlled to be in the special gaming state, if it wins the falling lottery, it is controlled to be in the normal gaming state. On the other hand, if a chance symbol is derived in a special game executed based on winning the falling lottery, the special game state is controlled after the special game ends.

Here, the number of time saving times when the time saving state is controlled will be explained.
The number of time saving times is information that can specify the remaining number of guaranteed minimum number of times of the special game that can be executed in the time saving state when a jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery after the time saving state is controlled. As described above, when the pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to be in the time-saving state and then wins a jackpot in the jackpot lottery and a jackpot symbol is derived in the special game, the time-saving state ends. After the first jackpot game ends, 100 times is stored in the main RWM 44 as the number of time saving times. In other words, the minimum guaranteed number of times that the special game can be executed in the time-saving state after the time-saving state is controlled after the end of the first jackpot game and even if you do not win the jackpot in the jackpot lottery is a predetermined number of times. be. After the second jackpot game ends, either 20 times or 100 times is stored in the main RWM 44 as the time saving number. In other words, even if you do not win the jackpot in the jackpot lottery after the second jackpot game is over and the time saving state is controlled, the minimum guaranteed number of times that the special game can be executed in the time saving state is a predetermined number of times. be. After a chance symbol is derived in the special game and the time saving state is controlled (after a predetermined condition is satisfied), 200 times is stored in the main RWM 44 as the number of time saving times. In other words, the minimum guaranteed number of times the special game can be executed in the time saving state even if the game is controlled to be in the time saving state after the predetermined condition is established and the game is not won in the jackpot lottery is a predetermined specific number of times. In this way, the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time-saving state even if the time-saving state is controlled after the predetermined conditions are met and the jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery is after the end of the first jackpot game. This is larger than the guaranteed minimum number of times of the special game that can be executed in the time saving state even if a jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery after the time saving state is controlled. In addition, the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time-saving state after the time-saving state is controlled after the establishment of the predetermined conditions and even if you do not win a jackpot in the jackpot lottery is the minimum guaranteed number of times that the special game can be executed in the time-saving state after the second jackpot game ends. This number is higher than the guaranteed minimum number of times the special game can be executed in the time saving state even if the player does not win the jackpot in the jackpot lottery.

If the time saving count is 1 or more when in the special game state, the main CPU 42 continues to control the special game state, but does not control to the special game state based on the chance symbol being derived, and returns to the main CPU 42. The RWM 44 does not store 200 times as the number of time reductions. Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if the predetermined condition is satisfied again after the predetermined condition is established in the non-time saving state and the time saving state is controlled and before the special game is executed a specific number of times, the pachinko game machine 10 is Even if a jackpot is not won in a jackpot lottery after a predetermined condition is established in the time saving state, the minimum guaranteed number of times of a special game that can be executed in the time saving state does not increase.

Further, if the number of time reductions is 1 or more in either the special game state or the specific game state, the main CPU 42 does not control to the special game state and does not store 200 times as the number of time reductions in the main RWM 44. For this reason, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if the predetermined condition is satisfied after the first jackpot game is controlled to be in the time saving state and before the special game is executed a predetermined number of times, the first jackpot game will not be played. Even if a jackpot is not won in a jackpot lottery after the game ends, the guaranteed minimum number of times a special game can be executed in a time-saving state does not increase. Similarly, in the pachinko game machine 10, even if the predetermined condition is satisfied after the time-saving state is controlled after the end of the second jackpot game and before the special game is executed a predetermined number of times, the second jackpot game cannot be played. Even if a jackpot is not won in a jackpot lottery after the game ends, the guaranteed minimum number of times a special game can be executed in a time-saving state does not increase.

Next, the normal symbol input processing performed by the main CPU 42 will be explained.
In the normal symbol input process, the main CPU 42 determines whether the game ball has passed through the gate 25 (entered the ball) based on whether or not a detection signal has been input from the normal starting sensor SE5. If the game ball has not passed through the gate 25, the main CPU 42 ends the normal symbol input process. On the other hand, when the game ball passes through the gate 25, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the number of normal reservations stored in the main RWM 44 is less than the upper limit number. If the number of normal reservations is not less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 42 ends the normal symbol input process. If the number of normal reservations is less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 42 updates the number of normal reservations by adding one. The main CPU 42 controls the normal hold display section 13f to display information that allows the number of normal holds after the update to be specified.

Next, the main CPU 42 obtains the random number generated by the random number circuit 45 and causes the main RWM 44 to store random number information based on the obtained random number. The main CPU 42 stores the random number information so that it is possible to specify that the random number information is for a normal game and to specify the storage order of the random number information. After that, the main CPU 42 ends the normal symbol input process. In the pachinko game machine 10 of this embodiment, by storing the random number information used for the normal game in the main RWM 44, the execution of the normal game can be suspended until the execution conditions for the normal game are satisfied.

Next, the normal symbol start process performed by the main CPU 42 will be explained.
In the normal symbol start process, the main CPU 42 determines whether the execution conditions for the normal game are satisfied. The main CPU 42 makes an affirmative determination when the normal winning game is not in progress and the normal game is not being executed, and makes a negative judgment when the normal winning game is being played or the normal game is being executed. If the execution conditions for the normal game are not satisfied, the main CPU 42 ends the normal symbol start process. If the execution conditions for the normal game are met, the main CPU 42 determines whether the normal pending number is greater than 0 or not. If the normal pending number is 0, the normal symbol start process is ended.

If the normal pending number is greater than 0, the main CPU 42 performs processing to execute the normal game. Specifically, the main CPU 42 subtracts 1 from the normal pending number and updates it. The main CPU 42 controls the normal hold display section 13f to display information that allows the number of normal holds after the update to be specified. Next, the main CPU 42 obtains, from the main RWM 44, the first stored random number information among the random number information for the normal game. Next, the main CPU 42 uses the acquired random number information to perform a normal lottery (normal win determination) to determine whether or not the winning result is a normal win. In addition, the main CPU 42 performs a normal lottery with a normal winning probability according to the current entry state (any of the non-time saving state, the first time saving state, and the second time saving state), and determines whether or not you have won the normal winning. Determine whether The normal winning probability in the first time saving state is higher than the normal winning probability in the non-time saving state and the second time saving state. In other words, when the player is in the first time saving state, it is easier to win a winning prize than in the non-time saving state and the second time saving state. Note that the normal winning probability in the second time saving state is the same as the normal winning probability in the non-time saving state. For this reason, the first time-saving state has a high degree of advantage regarding the entry of the game ball into the second starting port 16 compared to the non-time-saving state and the second time-saving state. In this way, the first time-saving state is more advantageous than the non-time-saving state and the second time-saving state.

In the case of winning a normal winning, the main CPU 42 determines the normal winning symbol to be fixed and displayed in the normal game and the variable time of the normal game, and then ends the normal symbol starting process. If the winning is not won, the main CPU 42 determines the winning symbol to be fixed and displayed in the regular game and the fluctuation time of the regular game, and then ends the regular symbol starting process. In this embodiment, the variation time of the normal game when the time is in the time saving state is shorter than the variation time of the normal game when the time is not in the time saving state. For this reason, in the time-saving state, the number of normal lottery operations performed per unit time tends to be greater than in the non-time-saving state. As a result, in the time-saving state, the number of regular winnings per unit time tends to be greater than in the non-time-saving state. Therefore, the time-saving state is more advantageous in entering the game ball into the second starting port 16 than the non-time-saving state. When the normal symbol start process is finished, the main CPU 42 executes the normal game by a process different from the normal symbol start process. Specifically, the main CPU 42 starts the normal game and sets the normal symbols so that the normal symbols determined in the normal symbol start processing are fixed and displayed when the variable time determined in the normal symbol start processing has elapsed. Controls the display section 13e.

Next, the normal winning game processing performed by the main CPU 42 will be explained.
The normal winning game process is a process for awarding a normal winning game. The main CPU 42 of this embodiment performs the following control by executing normal winning game processing as timer interrupt processing.

When the main CPU 42 derives the normal winning symbols in the normal game, it executes the normal winning game process after the normal winning normal game ends. In the normal winning game process, the main CPU 42 controls the normal solenoid SL1 when in the time saving state so that the second starting port 16 is opened in the opening manner in the time saving state. Moreover, when the main CPU 42 is in the non-time saving state, the main CPU 42 controls the normal solenoid SL1 so that the second starting port 16 is opened in the same manner as in the non-time saving state.

In this embodiment, the opening mode when in the time saving state is larger in number of times the second starting port 16 is opened in one normal winning game compared to the opening mode when in the non-time saving state, and The total time during which the second starting port 16 is open is long. Therefore, when the second starting port 16 is opened in the opening mode in the time saving state, the second starting port 16 is opened in the opening mode in the non-time saving state. It is easy to enter the game ball into the starting port 16. That is, when it is in the time-saving state, it is more advantageous for the game ball to enter the second starting port 16 than when it is in the non-time-saving state.

As described above, the first time-saving state is more advantageous in terms of entering the game ball into the second starting port 16 than the non-time-saving state. The second time-saving state is more advantageous in terms of entering the game ball into the second starting port 16 than the non-time-saving state. That is, the specific game state, the special game state, and the special game state have a higher degree of advantage regarding the entry of the game ball into the second starting port 16 than the normal game state. Further, the first time saving state is more advantageous in entering the game ball into the second starting port 16 than the second time saving state. That is, the specific game state and the special game state are more advantageous in terms of entering the game ball into the second starting port 16 than the special game state.

Next, the variation pattern determination process will be explained. The fluctuation pattern determination process corresponds to the first process. The variation pattern determination process includes a process of determining the type of variation pattern table, and a process of determining a variation pattern based on the variation pattern table.

First, the process of determining the type of variation pattern table will be described.
As described above, the main CPU 42 updates the winning-related information based on the gaming state in the special game before the jackpot game starts and the jackpot symbols derived in the special game. Further, the main CPU 42 may update the winning-related information based on the number of times the special game has been executed since the end of the jackpot game. Specifically, the main CPU 42 updates the winning-related information and stores it in the main RWM 44 every time the special game ends from the end of the jackpot game until the number of executions of the special game reaches 120. The invention is not limited to this, and the main CPU 42 may update the winning-related information and store it in the main RWM 44 every time the special game ends until the next jackpot game starts. That is, the winning-related information is information that can specify the number of times the special game has been executed after the end of the jackpot game. For example, when the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the first non-time-saving information as winning-related information when starting a jackpot game, the number of executions of the special game after the end of the jackpot game (hereinafter, the number of executions after the jackpot) The main RWM 44 stores information that can specify that the number of times (shown as ) is 0 times as winning-related information. At this time, the winning-related information stored in the main RWM 44 is first non-time-saving information, and is information that can specify that the number of executions after the jackpot is 0. After the jackpot game ends, the main CPU 42 adds 1 to the post-jackpot execution count when ending the special game, and stores it in the main RWM 44 as winning-related information. At this time, the winning-related information stored in the main RWM 44 is first non-time-saving information, and is information that can specify that the number of executions after the jackpot is one. Thereafter, the main CPU 42 adds 1 to the number of post-jackpot executions each time the special game ends, and stores it in the main RWM 44 as winning-related information. In this way, the winning-related information may be updated based on the number of times the special game has been executed since the end of the jackpot game. That is, the winning-related information is based on the number of times the special game has been executed after the end of the jackpot game, the playing state of the special game before the jackpot game started, and the jackpot symbol derived in the special game. will be updated. Further, as described above, when the probability state and ball entry state are changed, the main CPU 42 updates the gaming state information and stores it in the main RWM 44. As described above, the information stored by the main RWM 44 includes winning-related information based on winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery and gaming status information based on the gaming status. In the variation pattern determination process, the main CPU 42 determines the type of variation pattern table based on the winning-related information and gaming state information stored in the main RWM 44.

As shown in FIGS. 11 and 12, the main CPU 42 determines the type of variable pattern table based on winning-related information and gaming status information. In other words, the main CPU 42 stores the ball entry state when winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery, the jackpot symbol derived in the special game, the number of times the special game has been executed after the end of the jackpot game, and the type of fluctuation pattern table. The type of variation pattern table is determined based on the probability state and ball entry state at the time of determination.

For example, if the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 0 to 98, and the game status information is low-probability time-saving information, the main CPU 42 selects the variable pattern table HTB01 and A fluctuation pattern table HTB31 is determined. Note that the variable pattern table HTB01 is a common variable pattern table, and is a variable pattern table that is determined regardless of the winning-related information and the gaming state information. If the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 99, and the game status information is low-probability time-saving information, the main CPU 42 reads the variable pattern table HTB01 and the variable pattern table HTB32. decide. If the winning related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 100 to 119, and the gaming status information is low-probability non-time-saving information, the main CPU 42 updates the fluctuation pattern table HTB01 and the fluctuation pattern table HTB01. Determine pattern table HTB12. If the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 120 or more, and the gaming status information is low-probability non-time-saving information, the main CPU 42 updates the variable pattern table HTB01 and the variable pattern table Determine HTB11.

If the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 0 to 98, and the game status information is high-accuracy time-saving information, the main CPU 42 updates the variable pattern table HTB01 and the variable pattern. Determine table HTB31. If the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 99, and the game status information is high-accuracy time-saving information, the main CPU 42 reads the variable pattern table HTB01 and the variable pattern table HTB32. decide. If the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 100 or more, and the game status information is highly accurate time-saving information, the main CPU 42 updates the variable pattern table HTB01 and the variable pattern table HTB33. Determine. If the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 100 or more, and the game status information is low-probability time-saving information, the main CPU 42 updates the variable pattern table HTB01 and the variable pattern table HTB21. Determine.

In this way, the main CPU 42 may determine different fluctuation pattern tables depending on the number of executions after a jackpot even if the winning-related information is the same first non-time-saving information and the gaming state information is the same. . For example, when the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information and the gaming state information is the high-accuracy time-saving information, the main CPU 42 controls whether the number of executions after the jackpot is between 0 and 98, and when the number of executions after the jackpot is between 0 and 99. Different variation pattern tables are determined when and when . When the number of executions after the jackpot in the winning related information is from 0 to 98 times, it means that the special game is executed less than the predetermined number of times after the end of the first jackpot game. When the number of executions after the jackpot in the winning related information is 99, it means that the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the first jackpot game. In this way, the main CPU 42 executes the special game when the special game is executed less than the predetermined number of times after the end of the first jackpot game, and when the special game is executed the predetermined number of times after the end of the first jackpot game. to determine different fluctuation pattern tables. Thereby, in the pachinko game machine 10, for example, the special game can be executed with a variable pattern determined only when the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the first jackpot game.

The main CPU 42 may determine different fluctuation pattern tables depending on the gaming state information even if the winning-related information is the same first non-time-saving information and the number of executions after the jackpot is the same. For example, when the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information and the number of executions after the jackpot is 120 or more, the main CPU 42 will Different fluctuation pattern tables are determined for when the information is certain and when it is low-accuracy time-saving information. When the game status information is low-reliability, non-time-saving information, when the player wins the falling lottery after the first jackpot game ends, and the special game is executed a predetermined number of times or more after the first jackpot game ends. be. When the game status information is highly accurate time-saving information, it is when the player does not win the falling lottery after the first jackpot game ends, and the special game is executed a predetermined number of times or more after the first jackpot game ends. . When the game status information is low-probability time-saving information, if you win the falling lottery after the end of the first jackpot game, and after the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times or more after the end of the first jackpot game, you will receive a chance. This is when the pattern is derived. In this way, the main CPU 42 can determine different variable pattern tables depending on the gaming state. Thereby, the pachinko gaming machine 10 can execute a special game with a variation pattern suitable for the probability state, for example. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, for example, a special game can be executed with a variable pattern suitable for the state of ball entry.

When the winning-related information is the same first non-time-saving information and the same number of executions after the jackpot, the main CPU 42 may determine the same variation pattern table even if the game state information is different. For example, when the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information and the number of executions after winning the jackpot is 0 to 98, the main CPU 42 controls whether the gaming state information is low-probability time-saving information or high-probability time-saving information. The same fluctuation pattern table is determined for the time-saving information. When the game status information is low-probability time-saving information, it is when the player wins the falling lottery after the first jackpot game ends, and the special game is executed less than a predetermined number of times after the first jackpot game ends. . When the game status information is highly accurate time saving information, it is when the player does not win the falling lottery after the end of the first jackpot game, and the special game has been executed less than a predetermined number of times since the end of the first jackpot game. . In this way, the main CPU 42 can determine the same variation pattern table even if the gaming state is different. Thereby, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, for example, a special game can be executed with the same variation pattern when winning the falling lottery and when not winning the falling lottery.

When the winning-related information is the second non-time-saving information, the main CPU 42 determines the fluctuation pattern table by performing the same control as when it is the first non-time-saving information. When the winning-related information is the first time-saving information, the main CPU 42 determines the fluctuation pattern table by performing the same control as when it is the first non-time-saving information. When the winning-related information is the first time-saving information, the main CPU 42 determines the fluctuation pattern table by performing the same control as when it is the second time-saving information.

As described above, the main CPU 42 determines the fluctuation pattern table based on the winning-related information and the game status information. For example, if the game is controlled to a specific game state after the end of the second jackpot game based on the jackpot won during the normal game state, in the 21st to 40th special games after the end of the jackpot game, the variable pattern table A variation pattern is determined based on HTB01 and variation pattern table HTB12. Furthermore, in the 41st and subsequent special games after the end of the subsequent jackpot game, the fluctuation pattern is determined based on the fluctuation pattern table HTB01 and the fluctuation pattern table HTB11.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the game is controlled to a specific gaming state after the end of the second jackpot game based on the jackpot won during the normal gaming state, the number of executions of the special game after the end of the jackpot game is 20 times. The game is controlled to the normal gaming state based on the fact that the game has reached the normal game state. Therefore, the pachinko game machine 10 can be controlled to the normal gaming state in the 21st to 40th special games after the end of the second jackpot game based on the jackpot won during the normal gaming state. Furthermore, the pachinko game machine 10 can be controlled to the normal gaming state even in the 41st and subsequent special games after the end of the second jackpot game based on the jackpot won during the normal gaming state. In this way, in the pachinko game machine 10, even in the same normal game state, the winning-related information may differ depending on the number of times the special game is executed after the end of the jackpot game, and the determined fluctuation pattern table may differ. In this way, when the non-time-saving state is controlled based on the number of executions of the special game after the end of the jackpot game reaching a predetermined number of times, the winning-related information stored in the main RWM 44 in the subsequent non-time-saving state There are multiple types.

Furthermore, after controlling the game to a special game state based on the derived chance symbols, the main CPU 42 determines the same variable pattern table regardless of the type of winning-related information. When the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 100 or more, and the game status information is low-probability time-saving information, a special game is executed based on the derived chance symbol. This is when it is controlled by the state. If the winning-related information is the second non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 20 or more, and the game status information is low-probability time-saving information, a special game is executed based on the derived chance symbol. This is when it is controlled by the state. When the winning-related information is the first time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 100 or more, and the game status information is the low-probability time-saving information, a chance symbol has been derived (predetermined conditions are met). This is when the game is controlled to a special game state based on. If the winning-related information is second time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 100 or more, and the game state information is low-probability time-saving information, a special game state is entered based on the derived chance symbol. This is when it is controlled by In these situations, the main CPU 42 determines the same variation pattern table (variation pattern table HTB01 and variation pattern table HTB21) regardless of the situation. That is, when the main CPU 42 performs control to the time saving state based on the fulfillment of a predetermined condition in the non-time saving state, the main CPU 42 executes the same fluctuation pattern table regardless of the type of winning-related information stored in the main RWM 44. Decide on the type. After controlling to the special game state, the main CPU 42 controls to the normal game state when the special game is executed 200 times without winning the jackpot lottery. In the variable pattern determination process after controlling to the normal gaming state, the main CPU 42 determines the variable pattern table HTB01 and the variable pattern table HTB11 without depending on the winning related information. In this way, in the fluctuation pattern determination process, the main CPU 42 selects a time-saving state that is controlled based on the satisfaction of a predetermined condition in the non-time-saving state, and a time-saving state that is controlled based on the establishment of a predetermined condition, and a specific number of special games that have been executed after controlling to the time-saving state. The type of variation pattern table that is different from the non-time-saving state controlled based on is determined.

Next, a process for determining a variation pattern based on the variation pattern table will be described.
As shown in FIGS. 13(a) to 13(e) and FIGS. 14(a) to 14(c), the variation pattern table includes a plurality of variation patterns. For each variation pattern, a variation time of a special game is determined. The main CPU 42 determines one of the fluctuation patterns included in the determined fluctuation pattern table. Specifically, in the fluctuation pattern determination process in the jackpot game process, the main CPU 42 performs a fluctuation pattern determination lottery using the fluctuation pattern random numbers, and determines that the result of the jackpot lottery is a win, and that the special symbol is a variation of the jackpot symbol. Determine any variation pattern among the patterns. That is, the main CPU 42 determines either the "normal reach" jackpot variation pattern or the "super reach" jackpot variation pattern. In the fluctuation pattern determination process in the losing game process, the main CPU 42 determines any one of the fluctuation patterns of the winning symbol in which the result of the jackpot lottery is non-winning and the special symbol is a losing symbol. That is, the main CPU 42 determines any one of the "no reach" variation pattern, the "normal reach" variation pattern, and the "super reach" variation pattern. The main CPU 42 uses the performance determination random number and performance determination value specified from the acquired random number information to perform a performance lottery to determine whether or not to execute the reach performance. When executing the reach effect, the main CPU 42 performs a variation pattern determination lottery using the variation pattern random numbers, and selects either an outlier variation pattern among the outlier variation pattern of "normal reach" and the outlier variation pattern of "super reach". Determined by. When not executing the reach effect, the main CPU 42 determines a "no reach" variation variation pattern. In the variation pattern determination process in the chance game process, the main CPU 42 determines a variation pattern in which the result of the jackpot lottery is non-winning and the special symbol is a chance symbol.

For example, when the fluctuation pattern table HTB01 and the fluctuation pattern table HTB11 are determined, the main CPU 42 determines any one of the fluctuation patterns HP01 to HP03 and the fluctuation patterns HP11 to HP13. The main CPU 42 determines either the variation pattern HP02 or the variation pattern HP13 in the variation pattern determination process in the jackpot game process. The main CPU 42 determines any one of the variation pattern HP01, the variation pattern HP11, and the variation pattern HP12 in the variation pattern determination process in the losing game process. The main CPU 42 uses the performance determination random number and performance determination value specified from the acquired random number information to perform a performance lottery to determine whether or not to execute the reach performance. When executing the ready-to-reach effect, the main CPU 42 determines either the variation pattern HP01 or the variation pattern HP12. If the ready-to-win effect is not to be executed, the main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern of the variation pattern HP11. The main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern of the variation pattern HP03 in the variation pattern determination process in the chance game process.

In this way, the main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern based on the variation pattern table, the result of the jackpot lottery, and the special symbols derived in the special game. In this embodiment, the variation pattern table HTB01 is a common variation pattern table. Therefore, the variation pattern associated with the execution of the normal reach performance is the same variation pattern regardless of the winning-related information and the gaming state information. That is, in the pachinko game machine 10, the variation pattern associated with the execution of the normal reach performance is the same regardless of whether the game is in a normal game state, a special game state, a specific game state, or a special game state. Similarly, the variation pattern in the special game from which chance symbols are derived is a variation pattern determined regardless of the winning-related information and the game state information. That is, in the pachinko game machine 10, the variation pattern of the special game from which chance symbols are derived is the same regardless of whether the game is in the normal game state, special game state, specific game state, or special game state.

On the other hand, the variable pattern tables other than the variable pattern table HTB01 are variable pattern tables determined based on winning related information and gaming state information. Therefore, the losing fluctuation pattern of "no reach" can be a different fluctuation pattern depending on the winning-related information and the gaming state information. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the variation pattern of "no reach" may vary depending on any of the normal gaming state, special gaming state, specific gaming state, and special gaming state. Moreover, the variation pattern associated with the execution of the super reach performance can be a different variation pattern depending on the winning-related information and the gaming state information. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the variation pattern associated with the execution of the super reach performance may differ depending on any of the normal gaming state, special gaming state, specific gaming state, and special gaming state. As described above, the main CPU 42 can execute the fluctuation pattern determination process of determining the fluctuation pattern based on the determined fluctuation pattern table after determining the type of fluctuation pattern table based on the winning-related information and the gaming state information. be.

Next, a mode control command generation process for generating a mode control command will be explained. The mode control command generation process corresponds to the second process. The mode control command corresponds to a specific control command.

The main CPU 42 executes mode control command generation processing when the winning-related information is updated. The main CPU 42 executes mode control command generation processing when the gaming state information is updated. That is, the main CPU 42 executes the mode control command generation process when at least one of the winning-related information and the gaming state information is updated.

As shown in FIGS. 11 and 12, the main CPU 42 determines the mode control command to be stored in the output buffer based on the winning-related information and the game status information. In other words, the main CPU 42 determines the ball entry state when winning a jackpot in the jackpot lottery, the jackpot symbol derived in the special game, the number of times the special game is executed after the jackpot game ends, and the mode control command. The mode control command is determined based on the probability state and the ball entry state.

For example, if the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 0 to 98, and the game status information is low-probability time-saving information, the main CPU 42 sends the mode control command CMD31. Store in output buffer. If the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 99, and the game status information is low-probability time-saving information, the main CPU 42 stores the mode control command CMD32 in the output buffer. . If the winning related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 100 to 119, and the game status information is low-probability non-time-saving information, the main CPU 42 outputs the mode control command CMD41. Store in buffer. If the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 120 or more, and the game status information is low-probability non-time-saving information, the main CPU 42 sends the mode control command CMD42 to the output buffer. Store.

If the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 0 to 98, and the game status information is high-accuracy time-saving information, the main CPU 42 sends the mode control command CMD33 to the output buffer. Store in. If the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 99, and the game status information is high-accuracy time-saving information, the main CPU 42 stores the mode control command CMD34 in the output buffer. . If the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 100 or more, and the game status information is highly accurate time-saving information, the main CPU 42 stores the mode control command CMD35 in the output buffer. do. If the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 100 or more, and the game status information is low-probability time-saving information, the main CPU 42 stores the mode control command CMD91 in the output buffer. do.

In this way, the main CPU 42 stores different mode control commands in the output buffer even if the determined variation pattern table is the same. For example, when the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information and the number of executions after winning the jackpot is 0 to 98, the main CPU 42 controls whether the gaming state information is low-probability time-saving information or high-probability time-saving information. The same variation pattern table is determined as when the information is accurate time saving information, while different mode control commands are stored in the output buffer. When the game status information is low-probability time-saving information, it is when the player wins the falling lottery after the first jackpot game ends, and the special game is executed less than a predetermined number of times after the first jackpot game ends. . When the game status information is highly accurate time saving information, it is when the player does not win the falling lottery after the end of the first jackpot game, and the special game has been executed less than a predetermined number of times since the end of the first jackpot game. . In this way, the main CPU 42 can determine the same variation pattern table even if the gaming states are different, while storing different mode control commands in the output buffer depending on the gaming states. As a result, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, for example, a special game is executed with the same variation pattern when a fall lottery is won and when a fall lottery is not won, and different mode control commands are output. There is.

When the winning-related information is the second non-time-saving information, the main CPU 42 performs the same control as when it is the first non-time-saving information, and stores the mode control command in the output buffer. When the winning-related information is the first time-saving information, the main CPU 42 performs the same control as when it is the first non-time-saving information, and stores the mode control command in the output buffer. When the winning-related information is the second time-saving information, the main CPU 42 performs the same control as when it is the first non-time-saving information, and stores the mode control command in the output buffer.

As described above, the main CPU 42 stores the mode control command in the output buffer based on the winning-related information and the game status information. That is, the main CPU 42 can execute a mode control command generation process that outputs a mode control command to the sub CPU 51 based on the winning related information and the gaming state information. Even if the winning-related information is the same, the main CPU 42 controls when the game state information is low probability non-time saving information which is an example of the first specific information, and when the gaming state information is low probability time saving information and high probability which is an example of the second specific information. Different mode control commands are output when the information is accurate and time saving information. For example, if the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 110, and the game status information is low-probability non-time-saving information, the main CPU 42 sends the mode control command CMD41 to the output buffer. Store in. On the other hand, if the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 110, and the game status information is low-probability time-saving information, the main CPU 42 sends the mode control command CMD91 to the output buffer. Store. Further, if the winning related information is the first non-time saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 110, and the gaming status information is highly accurate time saving information, the main CPU 42 sends the mode control command CMD35 to the output buffer. Store. In this way, the main CPU 42 issues different mode control commands when the gaming state information is the first specific information and when the gaming state information is the second specific information, even if the winning-related information is the same. Output to the sub CPU 51.

After controlling the game to a special game state based on the derived chance symbols, the main CPU 42 stores the same mode control command in the output buffer regardless of the type of winning-related information. In a situation where the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 100 or more, and the game status information is low-probability time-saving information, a special game is executed based on the derived chance symbol. It is a situation controlled by the state. When the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 100 or more, and the game status information is low-probability time-saving information, a special game is executed based on the derived chance symbol. This is when it is controlled by the state. If the winning-related information is the second non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 20 or more, and the game status information is low-probability time-saving information, a special game is executed based on the derived chance symbol. This is when it is controlled by the state. When the winning-related information is the first time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 100 or more, and the game status information is the low-probability time-saving information, a chance symbol has been derived (predetermined conditions are met). This is when the game is controlled to a special game state based on. If the winning-related information is second time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 100 or more, and the game state information is low-probability time-saving information, a special game state is entered based on the derived chance symbol. This is when it is controlled by In any of these situations, the main CPU 42 stores the mode control command CMD91 in the output buffer. That is, when the main CPU 42 controls the time saving state based on the fulfillment of a predetermined condition in the non-time saving state, the main CPU 42 sets the sub CPU 51 to the same mode regardless of the type of winning-related information stored in the main RWM 44. Output control commands. In other words, when the main CPU 42 controls the time reduction state based on the establishment of the predetermined condition, when the second specific information is stored in the main RWM 44, which winning-related information is stored in the main RWM 44? The same mode control command is output to the sub CPU 51 even when the same mode control command is used. After controlling to the special game state, the main CPU 42 controls to the normal game state when the special game is executed 200 times without winning the jackpot lottery. In this case, the mode control command stored in the output buffer is one of mode control command CMD42, mode control command CMD72, and mode control command CMD82. In this way, the main CPU 42 controls the time saving state based on the fact that a predetermined condition has been satisfied in the non-time saving state, and the fact that the special game has been executed a specific number of times after controlling to the time saving state. Different mode control commands are output to the sub CPU 51 in the non-time saving state and in the non-time saving state.

Next, various processes executed by the sub CPU 51 of the sub control board 50 will be explained.
First, the control command input processing performed by the sub CPU 51 will be described.
When the sub CPU 51 inputs a mode control command, the sub CPU 51 causes the sub RWM 53 to store information on a gaming state that can be specified from the mode control command. For example, when the mode control command CMD42 is input, information that can identify the normal gaming state is stored in the sub-RWM 53. For example, when the mode control command CMD33 is input, information that can identify the special gaming state is stored in the sub-RWM 53. For example, when the mode control command CMD31 is input, information that allows identification of a specific gaming state is stored in the sub-RWM 53. For example, when the mode control command CMD91 is input, information that can identify the special game state is stored in the sub-RWM 53. Furthermore, when a mode control command is input, the sub CPU 51 causes the sub RWM 53 to store information based on winning a jackpot in a jackpot lottery that can be identified from the mode control command. For example, when the mode control command CMD42 is input, the sub CPU 51 sends information to the sub RWM 53 that is the first non-time saving information or the first time saving information and can specify that the number of executions after winning the jackpot is 120 or more. to be memorized. For example, when the mode control command CMD61 is input, the sub CPU 51 causes the sub RWM 53 to store information that is second time saving information and can specify that the number of executions after the jackpot is 0 to 98. When the time saving number command is input, the sub CPU 51 calculates the remaining number of guaranteed minimum number of times of the special game that can be executed in the time saving state when the jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery after the time saving state is controlled. Identifiable information is stored in the sub-RWM 53.

Next, the jackpot effect processing performed by the sub CPU 51 will be explained.
The jackpot performance process is a process for executing a performance during the jackpot game. When the opening command is input, the sub CPU 51 controls the production device group DE to execute a right-handed hitting promotion production. As a result, it is possible to make it easier for the player to understand that right-handed hitting is recommended during a jackpot game, and it is also possible to make it easier for the player to continue playing right-handed even in a time-saving state after the jackpot game ends. . That is, when the sub CPU 51 is controlled to be in a time saving state based on winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery, the sub CPU 51 moves the game ball to the right area R2 (specific area) of the game board YB when the jackpot symbol is derived. A right-handed hit promotion performance is executed to encourage the ball to flow downward. The sub CPU 51 controls the production device group DE to end the right-handed batting promotion performance and execute the opening performance when a predetermined period of time has elapsed since starting the right-handed batting promotion performance. When the sub CPU 51 inputs a round command, it controls the production device group DE to execute a round production. When the sub CPU 51 inputs the ending command, it controls the production device group DE to execute the ending production.

Next, a description will be given of processing related to execution of effects performed by the sub CPU 51.
First, the production game processing will be explained.
The effect game process is a process for causing the effect display device EH to execute the effect game as one of the display effects related to the special game while the special game is being executed. When the sub CPU 51 inputs the variation start command and the special symbol command, it controls the effect display device EH to execute the effect game.

The sub CPU 51 executes a process (hereinafter referred to as a performance pattern determination process) for determining a performance pattern (performance content) of a performance game based on the input mode control command and a fluctuation pattern that can be specified from the fluctuation start command. Execute. Note that the performance pattern determination process will be explained in detail later. Further, the sub CPU 51 determines a symbol combination to be derived in the performance game based on the special symbol that can be specified from the input special symbol command. If the jackpot symbol can be specified from the special symbol command, the sub CPU 51 determines the jackpot symbol combination. The sub CPU 51 determines a non-jackpot symbol combination when it is possible to specify a symbol that deviates from the special symbol command. When the chance symbol can be specified from the special symbol command, the sub CPU 51 determines a non-jackpot symbol combination. The sub CPU 51 may determine a non-jackpot symbol combination including a reach when a loss variation pattern associated with the execution of either a normal reach effect or a super reach effect is specified.

In the performance game process, the sub CPU 51 controls the performance display device EH to start variable display of the performance symbols of each symbol row in response to the input of the variation start command. That is, the sub CPU 51 starts the performance game. The sub CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so that the effect game is played based on the determined effect pattern during the variable time determined by the variable pattern. Then, when a predetermined timing arrives after starting the production game, the sub CPU 51 temporarily stops and displays the symbol combination, and also causes the symbol combination to be fixed and displayed when the variation end command is input. For example, when the sub CPU 51 inputs a variation start command of a losing variation pattern associated with the execution of a super reach effect, after starting the effect game, the sub CPU 51 executes the super reach effect, and when a predetermined timing arrives, The symbol combination is once stopped and displayed, and upon input of the variation end command, the symbol combination is fixed and displayed.

Next, the effect pattern determination process performed by the sub CPU 51 will be explained.
The sub CPU 51 performs a process of determining the performance pattern (performance content) of the performance game based on the input mode control command and the fluctuation pattern that can be specified from the fluctuation start command. When the sub CPU 51 inputs the mode control command, it determines the production pattern table. The performance pattern table includes a plurality of performance patterns. The sub CPU 51 determines a production pattern table according to the input mode control command. For example, when the sub CPU 51 inputs the mode control command CMD33, the sub CPU 51 determines a performance pattern table having a performance pattern to be executed in the special game state after the first jackpot game ends. For example, when the sub CPU 51 inputs the mode control command CMD51, the sub CPU 51 determines a performance pattern table having a performance pattern to be executed in a specific game state after the second jackpot game ends. For example, when the sub CPU 51 inputs the mode control command CMD52, in a specific game state after the end of the second jackpot game, the sub CPU 51 creates a performance pattern table with a performance pattern to be executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game. Determine. For example, when the sub CPU 51 inputs the mode control command CMD91, the sub CPU 51 determines a performance pattern table having a performance pattern to be executed in a special game state controlled based on the derived chance symbols. In this way, when the sub CPU 51 inputs a mode control command, it determines the effect pattern table according to the mode control command. The sub CPU 51 determines different effect pattern tables depending on the mode control commands. Therefore, the mode control command can also be said to be information that can specify the production pattern table. When the variation start command is input, the sub CPU 51 determines a production pattern from the determined production pattern table based on the variation pattern that can be specified by the input variation start command. The sub CPU 51 controls the performance device group DE so that various performances including performance games are performed based on the performance pattern determined in the performance pattern determination process.

Next, a description will be given of a process performed by the sub CPU 51 to execute a transition suggestion effect.
When the input mode control command is the mode control command CMD91 and the specific interval start command is input, the sub CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH to execute a transition suggestion effect. That is, the sub CPU 51 controls the performance display device EH to execute the transition suggestion performance when the special game state is controlled based on the chance symbol being derived in the normal game state and the variable interval starts. I do. Mode control command CMD91 corresponds to a specific specific control command. Thereafter, the sub CPU 51 measures the execution time of the transition suggestion effect. When five seconds have passed since the start of the transition suggestion performance, the sub CPU 51 ends the transition suggestion performance. In this way, when the sub CPU 51 is controlled to the time saving state based on the fact that a predetermined condition is satisfied without winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery, the sub CPU 51 performs a transition suggestion effect upon inputting a specific mode control command. Let it run. Note that the sub CPU 51 does not execute the transition suggestion effect when the input mode control command is a mode control command different from the mode control command CMD91. Furthermore, when the predetermined interval start command is input, the sub CPU 51 does not execute the transition suggestion effect.

Next, a description will be given of the processing performed by the sub CPU 51 to execute the right-handed hitting promotion effect.
When the input mode control command is the mode control command CMD91 and the specific interval start command is input, the sub CPU 51 controls the performance display device EH to execute the right-handed hitting promotion performance after finishing the transition suggestion performance. . That is, the sub-CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH when 5 seconds have elapsed since the variable interval started when the special game state was controlled based on the chance symbol being derived during the normal game state. Control is performed to execute a right-handed hitting promotion effect. Thereafter, when the sub CPU 51 inputs the variation start command, it ends the right-handed hitting promotion effect. In this way, when the sub CPU 51 is controlled to the time saving state based on the fact that the jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery and the predetermined condition is satisfied, the sub CPU 51 uses the input of a specific mode control command as a trigger to perform the right-handed hitting promotion effect. Execute. Note that the sub CPU 51 does not execute the right-handed hitting promotion effect when the input mode control command is a mode control command different from the mode control command CMD91. Furthermore, when the predetermined interval start command is input, the sub CPU 51 does not execute the right-handed hitting promotion effect.

Further, the sub CPU 51 can execute a performance different from the transition suggestion performance and the right-handed hitting promotion performance. The sub CPU 51 is capable of controlling the effect display device EH to execute a chance effect. In this embodiment, the chance performance is a performance that suggests that a chance symbol will be derived. The sub CPU 51 may perform control to execute a chance effect when the fluctuation pattern HP03 is input. Specifically, when the input mode control commands are the mode control command CMD41 and the mode control command CMD42, the sub CPU 51 performs control to execute a chance effect when the fluctuation pattern HP03 is input. When the input mode control commands are the mode control command CMD71 and the mode control command CMD72, the sub CPU 51 performs control to execute a chance effect when the fluctuation pattern HP03 is input. When the input mode control commands are the mode control command CMD81 and the mode control command CMD82, the sub CPU 51 performs control to execute a chance effect when the fluctuation pattern HP03 is input. That is, when the sub CPU 51 inputs a variation pattern of a special game from which chance symbols are derived during the normal gaming state, it performs control to execute a chance effect. On the other hand, the sub CPU 51 does not execute the chance effect even if the variation pattern of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is input in the special game state, the specific game state, and the special game state. Further, when the sub CPU 51 inputs a special game variation pattern in which a losing symbol is derived during the normal gaming state, the sub CPU 51 does not execute the chance effect. Similarly, when the sub CPU 51 inputs a variation pattern of a special game from which a jackpot symbol is derived during the normal game state, the sub CPU 51 does not execute the chance effect. In this way, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game during the normal game state, a chance performance suggesting that a chance symbol is derived is executed on the performance display device EH. On the other hand, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game in any of the special game state, specific game state, and special game state, a chance performance indicating that a chance symbol is derived on the performance display device EH is displayed. Not executed.

As described above, the sub CPU 51 performs control to execute the performance game, the transition suggestion performance, the right-handed hitting promotion performance, and the chance performance based on the input mode control command. That is, the sub CPU 51 executes processing related to execution of the effect based on the mode control command input from the main CPU 42.

Next, a case where the special game state is controlled and a case where the special game state is not controlled based on the derivation of chance symbols in the special game will be explained.
As shown in FIG. 15, at timing t10, it is assumed that the special game has started without winning the falling lottery. At this time, the gaming state is a special gaming state. Moreover, the number of times of time saving is three times. At timing t11, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, although a chance symbol is derived, the special game state is not controlled and the special game state is continuously controlled. At timing t11, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 2 as the special game ends. At timing t12, it is assumed that the player wins the lottery and starts the special game. Therefore, at timing t12, the gaming state is controlled from the special gaming state to the specific gaming state. At timing t13, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, although a chance symbol is derived, it is not controlled to a special game state and is continuously controlled to a specific game state. At timing t13, with the end of the special game, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 1 time. At timing t14, a special game starts. At timing t15, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a losing symbol has been derived. At timing t15, with the end of the special game, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 0, and as the time reduction number becomes 0, the specific game state is controlled to the normal game state. In this way, in the pachinko game machine 10, even if the machine is controlled to the special game state after the end of the jackpot game and wins the falling lottery before the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, The normal game state is not controlled at least until the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game. At timing t16, a special game starts. At timing t17, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, the normal game state is controlled to a special game state based on the chance symbol being derived. In this manner, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game while in the normal gaming state, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is controlled to be in the special gaming state. At timing t17, the number of time reductions becomes 200 as the special game state is controlled.

As shown in FIG. 16, at timing t20, it is assumed that the special game has started without winning the falling lottery. At this time, the gaming state is a special gaming state. Moreover, the number of times of time saving is three times. At timing t21, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, although a chance symbol is derived, the special game state is not controlled and the special game state is continuously controlled. At timing t21, with the end of the special game, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 2 times. At timing t22, it is assumed that the special game has started without winning the falling lottery. At timing t23, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a losing symbol has been derived. At this time, although a losing symbol is derived, the special game state continues to be controlled. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if either a losing symbol or a chance symbol is derived in the special game when the pachinko gaming machine 10 is in the special gaming state, the control is performed to return to the normal gaming state based on the fact that these symbols have been derived. Not done. At timing t23, with the end of the special game, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 1 time. At timing t24, it is assumed that the player wins the lottery and starts the special game. Therefore, at timing t24, the gaming state is controlled from the special gaming state to the specific gaming state. At timing t25, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, the normal game state is controlled to a special game state based on the chance symbol being derived. At timing t25, as the special game ends, the number of time savings is subtracted by 1 and becomes 0, but as the special game state is controlled, the number of time savings becomes 200. Thereafter, the special game starts at timing t26 and ends at timing t27. At this time, as the special game ends, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 199 times. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, if a chance symbol is derived in a special game before the predetermined number of special games after the end of the jackpot game while in the special gaming state, the pachinko gaming machine 10 enters the special gaming state. Not controlled. On the other hand, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, if a chance symbol is derived by winning the falling lottery in a predetermined number of special games after the end of the jackpot game while in the special gaming state, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is controlled to be in the special gaming state. Ru.

As shown in FIG. 17, at timing t30, it is assumed that the special game has started without winning the falling lottery. At this time, the gaming state is a special gaming state. Moreover, the number of times of time saving is 0 times. That is, the timing t30 is after the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times without winning the falling lottery after the end of the jackpot game. In this way, in the pachinko game machine 10, the special game state is controlled after the end of the jackpot game, and if the player does not win the falling lottery after the end of the jackpot game and before the special game is executed a predetermined number of times, Even after the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times, the special game state is continuously controlled. At timing t31, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a losing symbol has been derived. At this time, although a losing symbol is derived, the special game state continues to be controlled. At timing t32, it is assumed that the special game has started without winning the falling lottery. At timing t33, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, although a chance symbol is derived, it is not controlled to a special game state and is continuously controlled to a specific game state. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even after the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times, when the special game state is continuously controlled, the chance symbol in the special game is not won in the falling lottery. is derived, the special game state is not controlled. At timing t34, it is assumed that the player wins the lottery and starts the special game. Therefore, at timing t32, the gaming state is controlled from the special gaming state to the normal gaming state. At timing t35, it is assumed that the special game has ended and the chance symbols have been derived. At this time, the normal game state is controlled to a special game state based on the chance symbol being derived. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even after a predetermined number of special games have been executed, when the machine is continuously controlled to be in the special gaming state, if it wins the falling lottery, it returns to the normal gaming state. On the other hand, if a chance symbol is derived in a special game executed based on winning the falling lottery, the special game state is controlled after the special game ends. At timing t35, the number of time reductions becomes 200 as the special game state is controlled. Thereafter, the special game starts at timing t36 and ends at timing t37. At this time, as the special game ends, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 199 times.

As shown in FIG. 18, at timing t40, a special game starts. At this time, it is assumed that the gaming state is a specific gaming state. Moreover, the number of times of time saving is three times. At timing t41, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, although a chance symbol is derived, it is not controlled to a special game state and is continuously controlled to a specific game state. At timing t41, with the end of the special game, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 2 times. At timing t42, a special game starts. At timing t43, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a losing symbol has been derived. At this time, although a losing symbol is derived, the control continues to be in a specific gaming state. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if either a losing symbol or a chance symbol is derived in the special game when the pachinko gaming machine 10 is in the specific gaming state, the control is performed to return to the normal gaming state based on the fact that these symbols have been derived. Not done. At timing t43, with the end of the special game, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 1 time. At timing t44, a special game starts. At timing t45, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a losing symbol has been derived. At timing t45, with the end of the special game, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 0, and as the time reduction number becomes 0, the specific game state is controlled to the normal game state. In this way, in the pachinko game machine 10, when in the specific game state, the game may be controlled to the normal game state based on the number of executions of the special game after the end of the jackpot game reaching a predetermined number of times. At timing t46, a special game starts. At timing t47, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, the normal game state is controlled to a special game state based on the chance symbol being derived. At timing t47, the number of time reductions becomes 200 as the special game state is controlled.

As shown in FIG. 18, at timing t40, a special game starts. At this time, the game state is assumed to be a special game state. Moreover, the number of times of time saving is three times. At timing t41, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, although a chance symbol is derived, the number of time saving times does not reach 200, and the special game state is continued. At timing t41, with the end of the special game, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 2 times. At timing t42, a special game starts. At timing t43, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a losing symbol has been derived. At this time, although a losing symbol is derived, the special game state continues to be controlled. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if either a losing symbol or a chance symbol is derived in the special game when the pachinko gaming machine 10 is in the special gaming state, the control is performed to return to the normal gaming state based on the fact that these symbols have been derived. Not done. At timing t43, with the end of the special game, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 1 time. At timing t44, a special game starts. At timing t45, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a losing symbol has been derived. At timing t45, with the end of the special game, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 0, and as the number of time reductions becomes 0, the special game state is controlled to the normal game state. In this way, when the pachinko game machine 10 is in the special game state, it may be controlled to the normal game state based on the number of executions of the special game after the end of the jackpot game reaching a specific number of times. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the time-saving state is controlled based on the chance symbol being derived in the non-time-saving state, the non-time-saving state is controlled based on the fact that a specific number of special games have been executed in the time-saving state. It is configured so that it can be controlled. At timing t46, a special game starts. At timing t47, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, the normal game state is controlled to a special game state based on the chance symbol being derived. At timing t47, the number of time reductions becomes 200 as the special game state is controlled.

As shown in FIG. 19, at timing t50, a special game starts. At this time, it is assumed that the gaming state is a specific gaming state. Moreover, the number of times of time saving is three times. At timing t51, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, although a chance symbol is derived, it is not controlled to a special game state and is continuously controlled to a specific game state. At timing t51, with the end of the special game, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 2 times. In this way, in the pachinko game machine 10, even if a chance symbol is derived after the time-saving state is controlled after the end of the jackpot game and before the special game is executed a predetermined number of times, the jackpot game will not end. Even if a jackpot is not won in a jackpot lottery after the game is over, the guaranteed minimum number of times of a special game that can be executed in a time-saving state does not increase. At timing t52, a special game starts. At timing t53, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, although a chance symbol is derived, it is not controlled to a special game state and is continuously controlled to a specific game state. At timing t53, with the end of the special game, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 1 time. At timing t54, a special game starts. At timing t55, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, the specific game state is controlled to a special game state based on the fact that the chance symbol has been derived. At timing t55, as the special game ends, the number of time savings is subtracted by 1 and becomes 0, but as the special game state is controlled, the number of time savings becomes 200. In this way, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game before the predetermined number of special games after the end of the jackpot game while in the specific game state, the special game state is not controlled. On the other hand, when a chance symbol is derived in a predetermined number of special games after the end of the jackpot game while in the specific game state, the special game state is controlled. Thereafter, the special game starts at timing t56 and ends at timing t57. At this time, as the special game ends, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 199 times. In this way, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to control the normal gaming state based on the fact that a special game has been executed a predetermined number of times since the end of the jackpot game when in the specific gaming state. When a chance symbol is derived in a predetermined number of special games after the end of the jackpot game while in the game state, the special game state is controlled after the end of the predetermined number of special games.

As shown in FIG. 19, at timing t50, a special game starts. At this time, the game state is assumed to be a special game state. Moreover, the number of times of time saving is three times. At timing t51, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, although a chance symbol is derived, the number of time saving times does not reach 200, and the special game state continues to be controlled. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, after the chance symbols are derived in the non-time-saving state, the chance symbols are derived again after the time-saving state is controlled and before a specific number of special games are executed. However, even if a jackpot is not won in a jackpot lottery after a chance symbol is derived in a non-time saving state, the guaranteed minimum number of times of a special game that can be executed in a time saving state does not increase. At timing t51, with the end of the special game, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 2 times. At timing t52, a special game starts. At timing t53, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, although a chance symbol is derived, the number of time saving times does not reach 200, and the special game state continues to be controlled. At timing t53, with the end of the special game, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 1 time. At timing t54, a special game starts. At timing t55, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, a special game state is controlled based on the chance symbol being derived. At timing t55, as the special game ends, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 0, but as the special game state is controlled based on the chance symbol being derived, the number of time reduction becomes 200. . In this way, if a chance symbol is derived in a special game before the specified number of special games after the special game state is controlled, the control is changed to the special game state based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived. Not done. On the other hand, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game for a specific number of times after the special game state is controlled, the special game state is controlled based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived. Thereafter, the special game starts at timing t56 and ends at timing t57. At this time, as the special game ends, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 199 times. As described above, although the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to be controlled to the normal gaming state based on the fact that a specific number of special games have been executed after being controlled to the special gaming state, When a chance symbol is derived in a special game a specific number of times after the completion of the special game, the special game state is controlled after the end of the special game of the specific number of times.

Next, the interval time after the end of the special game will be explained.
As shown in FIGS. 20(a) to 20(d), when the special game ends, the fluctuation interval starts.

As shown in FIG. 20(a), at timing t60, it is assumed that the special game starts in the normal game state. At timing t61, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, the normal game state is controlled to a special game state based on the chance symbol being derived. Then, at timing t61, the inter-variation interval starts. When 15 seconds have elapsed after the inter-variation interval starts at timing t61, the inter-variation interval ends at timing t63. At this time, it is assumed that the second special pending number is 1 or more, and the conditions for starting the second special game are satisfied. At timing t63, after the inter-variation interval ends, the second special game starts. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the normal gaming state is controlled to the special gaming state based on the chance symbols being derived in the special game, after the special game in which the chance symbols were derived ends, The interval time in is 15 seconds. As mentioned above, the variation time of the special game in which chance symbols are derived is 15 seconds. Therefore, the time from timing t61 to timing t63 is 30 seconds.

For example, if the game is controlled to be in the special game state before timing t60, and if the lottery is won at timing t60, the game is controlled to be in the normal game state at timing t60. Even in such a case, when the special game ends and a chance symbol is derived at timing t61, the special game state is controlled and the fluctuation interval starts. Then, the inter-variation interval ends at timing t63, which is 15 seconds after the start of the inter-variation interval. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even after the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, when the machine is continuously controlled in the special gaming state, it is possible to win the falling lottery. The interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived is 15 seconds. Therefore, even after the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times after the jackpot game ends, when the special game state continues to be controlled, the chance symbol is derived by winning the falling lottery. The time from the start of a special game until the next special game can be started is 30 seconds.

As shown in FIG. 20(b), at timing t60, it is assumed that a special game has started in a special game state, a specific game state, or a special game state. At timing t61, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, although a chance symbol has been derived, the special game state is not controlled based on the fact that the chance symbol has been derived. Then, at timing t61, the inter-variation interval starts. After 0.5 seconds have passed after the inter-variation interval starts at timing t61, the inter-variation interval ends at timing t62. At this time, it is assumed that the second special pending number is 1 or more, and the conditions for starting the second special game are satisfied. At timing t62, the second special game starts after the inter-variation interval ends. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, if the special game state is not controlled based on the fact that a chance symbol has been derived in the special game while in the special game state, the The interval time is 0.5 seconds. The variation time of the special game in which chance symbols are derived is 15 seconds. Therefore, the time from timing t61 to timing t62 is 15.5 seconds. That is, the time from the start of a special game in which a chance symbol is derived without winning the falling lottery until the next special game can be started is 15.5 seconds. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, if the special game state is not controlled based on the fact that a chance symbol has been derived in a special game while in a specific game state, the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol has been derived is 0. .5 seconds. The variation time of the special game in which chance symbols are derived is 15 seconds. Therefore, the time from timing t61 to timing t62 is 15.5 seconds. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, if the special game state is not controlled based on the fact that chance symbols have been derived in the special game while in the special game state, the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols have been derived is 0. .5 seconds. The variation time of the special game in which chance symbols are derived is 15 seconds. Therefore, the time from timing t61 to timing t62 is 15.5 seconds.

As shown in FIG. 20(c), at timing t60, it is assumed that a special game has started in a specific game state or a special game state. At timing t61, it is assumed that the special game has ended, the time saving number has become 0, and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, a special game state is controlled based on the chance symbol being derived. Then, at timing t61, the inter-variation interval starts. After 0.5 seconds have passed after the inter-variation interval starts at timing t61, the inter-variation interval ends at timing t62. At this time, it is assumed that the second special pending number is 1 or more, and the conditions for starting the second special game are satisfied. At timing t62, the second special game starts after the inter-variation interval ends. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the pachinko gaming machine 10 is controlled to the special gaming state based on the chance symbols being derived in the special game while in the specific gaming state, after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols were derived, The interval time in is 0.5 seconds. The variation time of the special game in which chance symbols are derived is 15 seconds. Therefore, the time from timing t61 to timing t62 is 15.5 seconds. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the special game state is controlled based on the fact that a chance symbol has been derived in a special game while in the special game state, the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol has been derived is It is 0.5 seconds. The variation time of the special game in which chance symbols are derived is 15 seconds. Therefore, the time from timing t61 to timing t62 is 15.5 seconds.

As shown in FIG. 20(d), at timing t60, it is assumed that the special game starts in the normal game state. At timing t61, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a losing symbol has been derived. At this time, although a losing symbol is derived, the control continues to be in the normal gaming state. Then, at timing t61, the inter-variation interval starts. After 0.5 seconds have passed after the inter-variation interval starts at timing t61, the inter-variation interval ends at timing t62. At this time, it is assumed that the first special pending number is 1 or more and the starting conditions for the first special game are satisfied. At timing t62, after the inter-variation interval ends, the first special game starts. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a losing symbol is derived in a special game during the normal gaming state, the interval time after the end of the special game in which the losing symbol was derived is 0.5 seconds. There is. Incidentally, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a losing symbol is derived in a special game while in the special gaming state, specific gaming state, or special gaming state, the interval time after the end of the special game in which the losing symbol was derived is It is 0.5 seconds. In addition, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, if a jackpot symbol is derived in a special game while in the normal gaming state, special gaming state, specific gaming state, or special gaming state, after the special game in which the jackpot symbol was derived ends. The interval time is 0.5 seconds, and the jackpot game starts when the fluctuation interval ends.

As described above, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game during the normal gaming state, the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol was derived is 15 seconds. On the other hand, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game while in the special game state, the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol was derived is 0.5 seconds. Therefore, the interval time after the end of the special game in which chance symbols are derived in the normal game state is different from the interval time after the end of the special game in which chance symbols are derived in the special game state. The interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state is longer than the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the special game state. In addition, when the special game state continues to be controlled even after the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times, the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol is derived by winning the falling lottery. is longer than the interval time after the end of the special game in which chance symbols are derived without winning the falling lottery.

The time from the start of a special game in which chance symbols are derived in the normal game state until the next special game can be started is 30 seconds. On the other hand, in the special game state, the time from the start of a special game in which chance symbols are derived until the next special game can be started is 15.5 seconds. Therefore, the time from the start of a special game in which a chance symbol is derived in the normal gaming state until the next special game can be started is the same as the time from the start of a special game in which a chance symbol is derived in the normal gaming state. This differs from the time from the start of a game until the next special game can be started. Then, the time from the start of a special game in which chance symbols are derived in the normal gaming state until the next special game can be started is limited to the special game in which chance symbols are derived in the special gaming state. Longer than the time between when a game starts and when the next special game can start. In addition, when the special game state continues to be controlled even after the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, a special game in which a chance symbol is derived by winning a falling lottery. The time from the start of the game until the next special game can be started is from the start of the special game in which a chance symbol is derived without winning the falling lottery to the time when the next special game can be started. longer than the time of

If the special game state is not controlled based on the chance symbol being derived in the special game while in the specific game state, the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol was derived is 0.5 seconds. . Therefore, the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol was derived when in the normal gaming state is the same as the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol was derived in the specific gaming state. is longer than the interval time after the end of the special game when is derived. If the special game state is controlled based on a chance symbol being derived in a special game while in a specific game state, the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol was derived is 0.5 seconds. be. Therefore, the interval time after the end of the special game in which a chance symbol was derived when in the normal gaming state is the same as the interval time after the end of the special game in which a chance symbol was derived in the specific gaming state. is longer than the interval time after the end of the special game. In this way, the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols were derived when in the normal gaming state is different from the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols were derived in the specific gaming state. . The interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state is longer than the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the specific game state.

If the special game state is not controlled based on the fact that a chance symbol is derived in a special game while in a specific game state, the next special game can be started after the special game in which the chance symbol is derived starts. The time it takes is 15.5 seconds. Therefore, the time from the start of a special game in which a chance symbol is derived in the normal gaming state until the next special game can be started is the predetermined time from the end of the jackpot game in the specific gaming state. When a chance symbol is derived in a special game before the number of times, it is longer than the time from the start of the special game until the next special game can be started. Also, if the special game state is controlled based on a chance symbol being derived in a special game while in a specific game state, the next special game will start after the special game in which the chance symbol is derived starts. The time it takes to become possible is 15.5 seconds. Therefore, the time from the start of a special game in which a chance symbol is derived in the normal gaming state until the next special game can be started is the predetermined time from the end of the jackpot game in the specific gaming state. When a chance symbol is derived in the special game for the number of times, it is longer than the time from the start of the special game until the next special game can be started. In this way, the time from the start of a special game in which chance symbols are derived in the normal gaming state until the next special game can be started is the period in which chance symbols are derived in the specific gaming state. This differs from the time from the start of a special game until the next special game can be started. Then, the time from the start of a special game in which chance symbols are derived in the normal gaming state until the next special game can be started is the special game in which chance symbols are derived in the specific gaming state. Longer than the time between when a game starts and when the next special game can start.

If the special game state is not controlled based on the chance symbol being derived in the special game while in the special game state, the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol was derived is 0.5 seconds. . Therefore, the interval time after the end of the special game in which a chance symbol was derived during the normal gaming state is the same as the interval time after the end of the special game in which a chance symbol was derived when the chance symbol was derived in a special game a specific number of times before the special gaming state was controlled. is longer than the interval time after the end of the special game. If the special game state is controlled based on a chance symbol being derived in a special game while in the special game state, the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol was derived is 0.5 seconds. be. Therefore, the interval time after the end of the special game in which a chance symbol was derived during the normal gaming state is the same as the interval time after the end of the special game in which a chance symbol was derived during the normal gaming state, when the chance symbol is derived in the special game for a specific number of times after being controlled to the special gaming state. It is longer than the interval time after the end of the special game. In this way, the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols were derived during the normal gaming state is different from the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols were derived during the special gaming state. . The interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state is longer than the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the special game state.

If the special game state is not controlled based on the fact that a chance symbol is derived in the special game while in the special game state, the next special game can be started after the special game in which the chance symbol is derived starts. The time it takes is 15.5 seconds. Therefore, in the normal game state, the time from the start of a special game in which a chance symbol is derived until the next special game can be started is the time from the time when the special game is controlled to the special game state to the time before the specified number of times. When a chance symbol is derived in a special game, it is longer than the time from the start of the special game until the next special game can be started. Additionally, if the special game state is controlled based on a chance symbol being derived in a special game while in the special game state, the next special game will start after the special game in which the chance symbol is derived starts. The time it takes to become possible is 15.5 seconds. Therefore, the time from the start of a special game in which a chance symbol is derived in the normal game state until the next special game can be started is the same as the special game a certain number of times after being controlled to the special game state. This is longer than the time from the start of the special game until the next special game can be started when the chance symbols are derived. In this way, the time from the start of a special game in which chance symbols are derived in the normal gaming state until the start of the next special game is the time when chance symbols are derived in the special gaming state. This differs from the time from the start of a special game until the next special game can be started. Then, the time from the start of a special game in which chance symbols are derived in the normal gaming state until the next special game can be started is limited to Longer than the time between when a game starts and when the next special game can start.

As mentioned above, the time from the start of a special game in which a chance symbol is derived when in a non-time saving state until the next special game can be started is the same as the time from when a chance symbol is derived in a non-time saving state. This differs from the time from the start of a special game until the next special game can be started. Then, the time from the start of a special game in which a chance symbol is derived when in a non-time saving state until the next special game can be started is a special game in which a chance symbol is derived in a time saving state. is longer than the time between when the game starts and when the next special game can start.

When a losing symbol is derived in a special game during the normal gaming state, the interval time after the end of the special game in which the losing symbol was derived is 0.5 seconds. In the normal gaming state, the time period of the "with reach" variation pattern is any one of 20 seconds, 60 seconds, and 90 seconds. Therefore, when a special game is executed with a variation pattern of "with reach" in the normal gaming state, the time from the start of the special game until the next special game can be started is 20 minutes. .5 seconds, 60.5 seconds, and 90.5 seconds. The time of the "no reach" losing variation pattern in the normal gaming state is 15 seconds, which is the same as the variation time of the special game in which chance symbols are derived. For this reason, when a special game is executed with a variation pattern of "no reach" in the normal gaming state, the time from the start of the special game until the next special game can be started is 15 .5 seconds. In this way, the time from the start of a special game in which a chance symbol is derived in the normal gaming state until the next special game can be started is the same as that in which a chance symbol is derived in the normal gaming state. This differs from the time from the start of a special game until the next special game can be started.

Next, a description will be given of the performance executed when the game state changes based on the derivation of the chance symbol.
As shown in FIG. 21(a), at timing t70, it is assumed that the special game starts in the normal game state. At timing t71, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, the normal game state is controlled to a special game state based on the chance symbol being derived. The effect display device EH executes a chance effect that suggests that a chance symbol will be derived during execution of the special game that started at timing t70. At timing t71, the inter-variation interval starts, and the transition suggestion performance starts on the performance display device EH. In this way, within the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols were derived during the normal gaming state, the transition suggestion performance indicating that the special gaming state has been controlled is started on the effect display device EH. Ru. At timing t73, which is a timing 5 seconds after timing t71, the transition suggestion effect ends. Then, in the performance display device EH, when the shift suggestion performance ends, the right-hand hitting promotion performance starts. In this way, within the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol was derived during the normal gaming state, the effect display device EH starts a right-hitting promotion effect that encourages the game ball to flow down to a specific area. be done. Thereafter, at timing t75, which is a timing 15 seconds after timing t71, the inter-variation interval ends. At this time, it is assumed that both the first special reservation number and the second special reservation number are 0, and the special game starting condition is not satisfied. Therefore, a new special game is not started at timing t75. As a result, the performance display device EH continues to perform the right-handed hitting promotion performance even after the variable interval ends. At timing t76, it is assumed that the second special game starts with the game ball entering the second starting port 16. At this time, the effect display device EH ends the right-handed hitting promotion effect with the start of the special game.

For example, if the game is controlled to be in the special game state before timing t70, and if the lottery is won at timing t70, the game is controlled to be in the normal game state at timing t70. Even in such a case, the effect display device EH executes a chance effect that suggests that a chance symbol will be derived during the execution of the special game that started at timing t70. Further, at timing t71, a transition suggestion effect is started on the effect display device EH. In this way, even after the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, when the special game state continues to be controlled, the chance symbol is derived by winning the falling lottery. During the interval after the end of the special game, a transition suggestion effect indicating that the special game state has been controlled is started on the effect display device EH. Thereafter, at timing t73, which is a timing 5 seconds after timing t71, the transition suggestion effect ends. Then, in the performance display device EH, when the transition suggestion performance ends, the right-hand hitting promotion performance starts. In this way, even after the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, when the special game state continues to be controlled, the chance symbol is derived by winning the falling lottery. During the interval time after the end of the special game, a right-hitting promotion effect that encourages the game ball to flow down to a specific area is started on the effect display device EH. Thereafter, the effect display device EH executes a right-handed hitting promotion effect until the special game is started.

As shown in FIG. 21(b), at timing t70, it is assumed that the special game starts without winning the falling lottery in the special game state. At timing t71, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, although a chance symbol is derived, the special game state is not controlled and the special game state is continuously controlled. In the effect display device EH, during the execution of the special game started at timing t70, a chance effect indicating that a chance symbol will be derived is not executed. At timing t71, although the inter-variation interval starts, the transition suggestion effect does not start on the effect display device EH. In this way, in the pachinko game machine 10, even after the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, when the machine is continuously controlled in the special game state, it is possible to win the falling lottery. The transition suggestion effect is started within the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol is derived, while the transition suggestion effect is started within the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol is derived without winning the falling lottery. The performance does not start. Further, during the interval between fluctuations, the right-handed hitting promotion performance is not started. In this way, in the pachinko game machine 10, even after the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, when the machine is continuously controlled in the special game state, it is possible to win the falling lottery. A right-handed hit promotion effect starts during the interval after the end of the special game in which a chance symbol is derived, while a right-handed hit is started within the interval after the end of the special game in which a chance symbol is derived without winning the falling lottery. The hitting promotion effect does not start. At timing t72, which is a timing 0.5 seconds after timing t71, the inter-variation interval ends. At this time, it is assumed that both the first special reservation number and the second special reservation number are 0, and the special game starting condition is not satisfied. Therefore, a new special game is not started at timing t72. Thereafter, at timing t74, it is assumed that the second special game starts with the game ball entering the second starting port 16. Note that a new performance is not started from timing t71 to timing t74. That is, from timing t71 to timing t74, a new performance that is different from the performance that is being executed at the end of the special game is not started.

As shown in FIG. 21(c), at timing t70, it is assumed that a special game has started in a specific game state. At timing t71, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, it is assumed that the specific game state is controlled to a special game state based on the fact that a chance symbol is derived. In the effect display device EH, during the execution of the special game started at timing t70, a chance effect indicating that a chance symbol will be derived is not executed. At timing t71, although the inter-variation interval starts, the transition suggestion effect does not start on the effect display device EH. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the transition suggestion performance is started within the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol was derived during the normal gaming state, and the jackpot is triggered during the specific gaming state. When a chance symbol is derived in a predetermined number of special games after the end of a game, a transition suggestion performance is not started within an interval time after the end of the special game. Further, during the interval between fluctuations, the right-handed hitting promotion performance is not started. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the right-handed hitting promotion effect is started within the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol was derived during the normal gaming state, while in the specific gaming state. When a chance symbol is derived in a predetermined number of special games after the end of a jackpot game, a right-handed hitting promotion performance is not started within an interval time after the end of the special game. At timing t72, which is a timing 0.5 seconds after timing t71, the inter-variation interval ends. Note that a new performance is not started from timing t71 to timing t74. That is, from timing t71 to timing t74, a new performance that is different from the performance that is being executed at the end of the special game is not started.

In the pachinko game machine 10, even if the special game state is not controlled based on the chance symbol being derived in the special game when in the specific game state, a new performance is started from timing t71 to timing t74. Not done. That is, within the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol was derived while in the specific gaming state, the chance symbol is executed at the end of the special game in which the chance symbol was derived in the specific gaming state. A new production that is different from the production is not started. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if the special game state is not controlled based on the fact that chance symbols are derived in the special game when in the specific game state, during the execution of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived. Chance performance is not executed. In this way, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game during the normal game state, a performance suggesting that a chance symbol is derived is executed on the performance display device EH, while in a specific game state When a chance symbol is derived in a special game, the performance indicating that a chance symbol is derived is not executed on the performance display device EH. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if the special game state is not controlled based on the fact that a chance symbol has been derived in a special game while in a specific game state, after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol has been derived, Neither the transition suggestion performance nor the right-handed hitting promotion performance is started within the interval time. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the transition suggestion performance is started within the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols were derived during the normal gaming state, while the transition suggestion performance is started during the special gaming state when the chance symbol is derived. The transition suggestion performance is not started within the interval time after the end of the special game in which the symbols are derived. In addition, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the right-handed driving promotion effect is started within the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols were derived during the normal gaming state, while the right-handed hitting promotion performance is started during the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols were derived when the pachinko gaming machine 10 is in the normal gaming state. The right-handed hitting promotion effect does not start within the interval time after the end of the special game in which the game was derived.

As shown in FIG. 21(c), at timing t70, it is assumed that a special game has started in the special game state. At timing t71, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, it is assumed that the special game state is controlled based on the chance symbol being derived. In the effect display device EH, during the execution of the special game started at timing t70, a chance effect indicating that a chance symbol will be derived is not executed. At timing t71, although the inter-variation interval starts, the transition suggestion effect does not start on the effect display device EH. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the transition suggestion performance is started within the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol was derived during the normal gaming state, while the transition suggestion performance is started after being controlled to the special gaming state. When a chance symbol is derived in a special game for a specific number of times, a transition suggestion performance is not started within an interval time after the end of the special game. Further, during the interval between fluctuations, the right-handed hitting promotion performance is not started. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the right-handed hitting promotion effect is started within the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol was derived during the normal gaming state, while the right-handed driving promotion effect is controlled in the special gaming state. When a chance symbol is derived in a special game for a specific number of times, the right-handed hitting promotion performance is not started within the interval time after the end of the special game. At timing t72, which is a timing 0.5 seconds after timing t71, the inter-variation interval ends. Note that a new performance is not started from timing t71 to timing t74. That is, from timing t71 to timing t74, a new performance that is different from the performance that is being executed at the end of the special game is not started.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if the special game state is not controlled based on the chance symbol derived in the special game while in the special game state, a new performance is started from timing t71 to timing t74. Not done. That is, within the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol was derived while in the special game state, the chance symbol is executed at the end of the special game in which the chance symbol was derived in the special game state. A new production that is different from the production is not started. In the pachinko game machine 10, even if the special game state is not controlled based on the fact that chance symbols are derived in the special game when in the special game state, during the execution of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived. Chance performance is not executed. In this way, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game during the normal game state, a performance suggesting that a chance symbol is derived is executed on the performance display device EH, while in the special game state, When a chance symbol is derived in a special game, the performance indicating that a chance symbol is derived is not executed on the performance display device EH. In the pachinko game machine 10, even if the special game state is not controlled based on the fact that a chance symbol has been derived in the special game while in the special game state, after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol has been derived, Neither the transition suggestion performance nor the right-handed hitting promotion performance is started within the interval time. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the transition suggestion performance is started within the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols were derived during the normal gaming state, while the transition suggestion performance is The transition suggestion performance is not started within the interval time after the end of the special game in which the symbols are derived. In addition, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the right-handed driving promotion effect is started within the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols were derived during the normal gaming state, while the right-handed driving promotion performance is started during the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols were derived when the pachinko gaming machine 10 is in the normal gaming state. The right-handed hitting promotion effect does not start within the interval time after the end of the special game in which the game was derived.

The effects of the first embodiment will be explained.
(1-1) Nowadays, it is desired to improve the interest of gaming machines that are configured to be able to shift from a non-time-saving state to a time-saving state even if a jackpot is not achieved.

If a special game is played in which chance symbols are derived without winning the jackpot in a jackpot lottery, the more advantageous the controlled gaming state is, the more likely the next special game can be started. It takes a long time. As a result, in this embodiment, it is possible to effectively improve the player's interest by lengthening the time to increase the feeling of elation at having the controlled gaming state controlled to a more advantageous gaming state. In addition, by lengthening the time from the start of a special game in which a chance symbol is derived in the normal game state until the next special game can be started, for example, the game state can be controlled to be advantageous. It becomes possible to secure time for performing performances that suggest the following, and it is possible to effectively improve interest.

(1-2) When a chance symbol is derived in a special game for a specific number of times after the special game state is controlled, the time from the start of the special game until the next special game can be started is , is shorter than the time from the start of a special game in which chance symbols are derived in the normal game state until the next special game can be started. As a result, in the present embodiment, even when the special game state is continuously controlled in the game following the special game in which the chance symbols have been derived, it is possible to easily cause the player to play the game without feeling any discomfort. Furthermore, depending on the length of time until the next special game can be started when a chance symbol is derived, it becomes easier for the player to recognize that the game state has been controlled to be advantageous. It is possible to increase the feeling of exhilaration at being controlled by the state, and it is possible to improve interest.

(1-3) The time from the start of a special game in which a chance symbol is derived in the normal gaming state until the next special game can be started is the time from which a chance symbol is derived in the normal gaming state. This differs from the time from the start of a special game until the next special game can be started. This makes it easier for the player to recognize that the gaming state has been controlled to an advantageous one, increasing the sense of elation at being controlled to an advantageous gaming state, and improving interest. can.

(1-4) When a special game is played in which chance symbols are derived without winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery, the interval time is longer when the controlled gaming state is a more advantageous gaming state. . As a result, in this embodiment, it is possible to effectively improve the player's interest by lengthening the time to increase the feeling of elation at having the controlled gaming state controlled to a more advantageous gaming state. Furthermore, within the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols were derived during the normal game state, a transition suggestion performance indicating that the special game state has been controlled is started. As a result, in this embodiment, it is possible to further enhance the feeling of elation at having been controlled to an advantageous gaming state during a generally uninteresting period, and it is possible to improve interest.

(1-5) The interval time after the end of the special game in which chance symbols were derived while in the special gaming state is longer than the interval time after the end of the special game in which chance symbols were derived in the normal gaming state. It's also short. Then, within the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols were derived while in the special game state, the transition suggestion performance indicating that the special game state has been controlled is not started. As a result, in this embodiment, even if a chance symbol is derived during the special game state, it is possible to easily allow the player to play the game without feeling uncomfortable. Furthermore, by executing the transition suggestion effect, it becomes easier for the player to recognize that the game has been controlled to an advantageous gaming state, so that the feeling of elation at having been controlled to the advantageous gaming state can be increased. You can improve your interest.

(1-6) The normal gaming state is a gaming state in which it is recommended to let the game ball flow down to the left side region R1 of the center frame W. Further, the special game state is a game state in which it is recommended to let the game ball flow down to the right side area R2 of the center frame W. Therefore, when the game state changes from the normal game state to the special game state, a change occurs in the area where it is recommended to let the game ball flow down. In this embodiment, when a change occurs in the area where it is recommended to let the game ball flow down, a right-handed hitting promotion effect is executed within the interval time, so that the game ball is sent to the area recommended to the player. This makes it easier for the player to notice that the game is being played down, and it also makes it easier for the player to feel that the game has transitioned to an advantageous special game state, thereby increasing the player's interest in the game.

(1-7) The pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to be controlled into a special gaming state in a situation where it can be controlled from a specific gaming state to a normal gaming state. A situation in which a special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of a jackpot game while in a specific gaming state is a situation in which the player can shift to a normal gaming state that is more disadvantageous than the specific gaming state. There is a risk of lowering the In such a situation, when a chance symbol is derived, it is possible to shift to a special game state that is more advantageous than the normal game state, which can give surprise and joy to the player and improve interest. be able to. In addition, for the predetermined number of special games in which it is difficult for players to increase their interest because the situation could shift to a disadvantageous gaming state, chance symbols are derived and the expectation is increased that the game will be controlled to an advantageous gaming state. You can improve your interest.

(1-8) The pachinko gaming machine 10 is not controlled to the special gaming state in a situation where the specific gaming state cannot be controlled to the normal gaming state. In this way, in this embodiment, when a chance symbol is derived, it is possible to shift to an advantageous gaming state without shifting to a disadvantageous gaming state. Therefore, it is possible to further increase the expectation that the chance symbols will be derived and the game will be controlled to an advantageous gaming state, and it is possible to improve the player's interest.

(1-9) In this embodiment, when a chance symbol is derived in a situation where a player wins a falling lottery, it is possible to shift to a special game state that is more advantageous than the normal game state, giving the player both surprise and joy. It is possible to improve the interest of children. Further, the pachinko game machine 10 is configured not to be controlled to a special game state even if a chance symbol is derived when the player does not win the falling lottery. That is, in a situation where the special game state cannot be controlled to a disadvantageous normal game state, the special game state is not controlled. Therefore, it can be said that the derivation of a chance symbol is not a disadvantageous event for the player, but can be an advantageous event. Therefore, it is possible to easily draw attention to the symbols drawn in the special game, and it is also possible to increase expectations for the chance symbols to be drawn, thereby increasing interest.

(1-10) In the pachinko gaming machine 10, after winning the falling lottery and being controlled to a specific gaming state, chance symbols are derived from the end of the jackpot game until a predetermined number of special games are executed. Even if it is not controlled by the special game state. In this way, in this embodiment, the special game state is not controlled in a situation where the game is not controlled to the disadvantageous normal game state. Therefore, it can be said that the derivation of a chance symbol is not a disadvantageous event for the player, but can be an advantageous event. Therefore, it is possible to easily draw attention to the symbols drawn in the special game, and it is also possible to increase expectations for the chance symbols to be drawn, thereby increasing interest.

(1-11) When in the special game state, from the start of a special game in which a chance symbol is derived by winning a falling lottery, until the next special game can be started, the winning lottery cannot be won. This is longer than the time from when a special game in which a chance symbol is derived without starting until when the next special game can be started. In this way, when a special game in which chance symbols are derived is played, it takes longer until the next special game can be started when the special game state is controlled. Thereby, it is possible to make it easier to understand that an advantageous event has occurred due to the derivation of the chance symbol, and it is possible to effectively improve interest.

(1-12) After the first jackpot game ends, benefits are more likely to be awarded than after the second jackpot game ends and after the chance symbols are derived. Therefore, the player can increase his/her expectations for winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery and starting the first jackpot game. On the other hand, even if you do not win the jackpot in the jackpot lottery after the chance symbol is derived and the time saving state is controlled, the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time saving state is the end of the second jackpot game. Even if a jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery after the time-saving state is controlled, the number of special games that can be executed in the time-saving state is larger than the guaranteed minimum number of times. Therefore, even if the player does not win the jackpot in the jackpot lottery, the guaranteed minimum number of times the special game can be played in a time-saving state is greater than when the player wins the jackpot in the jackpot lottery. As a result, while providing the joy of winning a jackpot in a jackpot lottery, even when you do not win a jackpot in a jackpot lottery, you can enjoy the gameplay of being controlled to a time-saving state that is more advantageous than a non-time-saving state. You can increase your interest by making the game more interesting.

(1-13) When controlled to be in a time-saving state, the degree of expectation that a benefit will be given differs. As a result, it is possible to create expectations for the game balls to be sorted to the special passage 20b in a situation where the time saving state is controlled, and to enjoy the gameplay controlled in the time saving state and further improve the interest. Can be done.

(1-14) In the pachinko game machine 10, after a chance symbol is derived and controlled to be in a time-saving state, the minimum guaranteed number of times is not increased even if a chance symbol is derived again in the time-saving state. As a result, when a chance symbol is derived when a jackpot is not won in a jackpot lottery, the control is controlled from a non-time-saving state to a highly advantageous time-saving state, and a special game that can be executed in the controlled time-saving state The minimum guaranteed number of times can be easily understood. Therefore, by making it easier to understand the gameplay after the time-saving state is controlled, it is possible to enjoy the game in the time-saving state and improve interest.

(1-15) During the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol was derived while in the special game state, the chance symbol is executed at the end of the special game in which the chance symbol was derived in the special game state. A new production that is different from the current production cannot be started. As a result, in the present embodiment, even when the special game state is continuously controlled in the game following the special game in which the chance symbols have been derived, it is possible to easily cause the player to play the game without feeling any discomfort.

(1-16) When a chance symbol is derived in a special game during the normal game state, a chance effect is executed on the effect display device EH. On the other hand, when chance symbols are derived in the special game in the special game state, the chance effect is not executed on the effect display device EH. As a result, in this embodiment, it is possible to increase expectations for being controlled to an advantageous gaming state, and it is possible to improve interest.

(1-17) During the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbol was derived while in the specific game state, the transition suggestion performance indicating that the special game state has been controlled is not started. As a result, in this embodiment, even if a chance symbol is derived in a specific gaming state, it is possible to easily allow the player to play the game without feeling uncomfortable.

(1-18) In the pachinko game machine 10, even if the game state changes from a specific game state to a special game state, there is no change in the area in which it is recommended to let the game balls flow down. On the other hand, when the game state transitions from the normal game state to the special game state, a change occurs in the area where it is recommended to let the game ball flow down. In this embodiment, when a change occurs in the area in which it is recommended to let the game ball flow down, a right-handed hit promotion effect is executed within the interval time, so that the game ball is directed to the area recommended to the player. This makes it easier for the player to notice that the game is being played down, and it also makes it easier for the player to sense that the game has transitioned to an advantageous special game state, so that the player's interest can be improved.

(1-19) When in the special game state, the interval time when the falling lottery is won and a chance symbol is derived and the special gaming state is controlled is the interval time when the falling lottery is not won and the chance symbol is derived. It is longer than the interval time not controlled by the special game state. This makes it easier for the player to notice that the normal gaming state has been changed to the special gaming state after winning the falling lottery, and it is possible to improve the player's interest.

(1-20) In this embodiment, when in the special game state, it is possible to execute the transition suggestion effect within the interval time when the falling lottery is won and a chance symbol is derived and the special game state is controlled. can. This makes it easier for the player to notice that the normal gaming state has been changed to the special gaming state after winning the falling lottery, and it is possible to improve the player's interest.

(1-21) In the pachinko game machine 10, after the machine is controlled to the time saving state after the end of the jackpot game, the minimum guaranteed number of times does not increase even if a chance symbol is derived in the time saving state. This makes it easier to understand the guaranteed minimum number of special games that can be played after the jackpot game ends. Therefore, by making it easier to understand the gameplay after the time-saving state is controlled, it is possible to enjoy the game in the time-saving state and improve interest.

(1-22) Today, with regard to gaming machines that are configured to be able to shift from a non-time-saving state to a time-saving state even if there is no jackpot, it is possible to reduce interest by making it easier to play games that are appropriate for each gaming state. It is desired to suppress the

The main CPU 42 determines a fluctuation pattern table based on winning-related information based on winning a jackpot in a jackpot lottery and gaming state information based on a gaming state, and determines a fluctuation pattern. In this embodiment, when a jackpot is won in the jackpot lottery, the variation pattern table can be made different even if the gaming state is the same, so that the variation patterns determined can have diversity. For example, if a variation pattern is determined based only on gaming state information, it becomes difficult to provide diversity in the determined variation pattern, and the game tends to become monotonous, which may reduce interest in the game. Further, in this embodiment, even if the player does not win a jackpot in the jackpot lottery, the variation pattern table can be changed depending on the gaming state, so it is possible to determine a variation pattern suitable for the gaming state. For example, if the fluctuation pattern is determined only based on winning-related information, if the gaming state changes without being based on winning a jackpot in a jackpot lottery, there is a risk that a fluctuation pattern suitable for the gaming state may not be determined. . In particular, the time-saving state is more advantageous in terms of entering the game ball into the second starting port 16 than the non-time-saving state. If the fluctuation pattern table does not switch to such a time-saving state when the change is not based on winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery, the situation will be such that the game ball enters the second starting port 16 with a high degree of advantage. There is a possibility that an unsuitable variation pattern may be determined. In this way, if the variable pattern table is determined based only on either the winning-related information or the gaming status information, there is a risk that interest in the game will be reduced. In this embodiment, the fluctuation pattern table is determined based on both the winning-related information and the game status information, and the fluctuation pattern is determined, so that it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest.

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, processing related to execution of effects is performed based on a mode control command based on winning-related information and gaming status information. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the fluctuation pattern is also determined based on the winning-related information and the gaming status information. Therefore, in this embodiment, it is possible to easily execute effects suitable for the gaming state and the special game. In particular, the performance is intended to increase interest in the game. If such performance is not in harmony with the gaming state and the special game, there is a risk that interest in the game will be reduced. In this embodiment, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest by making it easier to execute effects suitable for the gaming state and the special game. Further, in this embodiment, it is possible to provide diversity in the effects that are executed. For example, if the main CPU 42 sends various mode control commands to the sub-CPU 51 based on a combination of winning-related information and gaming state information, the sub-CPU 51 is equipped with a plurality of effect pattern tables having a plurality of effect patterns, and controls the input mode. A production pattern table can be determined according to a command. Then, when executing the performance, the sub CPU 51 can determine the performance pattern from the determined performance pattern table. Thereby, the sub CPU 51 can, for example, execute different effects even if the gaming state is the same, and can provide diversity to the effects that are executed. Therefore, in the present embodiment, it is possible to prevent the same effect from being repeatedly performed, thereby reducing interest.

(1-23) In the pachinko gaming machine 10, even when controlled from a non-time-saving state to a time-saving state, a fluctuation pattern is determined based on winning-related information and gaming state information. Control regarding execution of the effect is performed based on a mode control command based on. Therefore, in both the non-time-saving state and the time-saving state, a fluctuation pattern suitable for the gaming state is determined, and by making it easier to execute performances suitable for the gaming state and the special game, a decrease in interest is suppressed. be able to.

(1-24) When the time-saving state is controlled based on winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery, the jackpot game is started, so the right-hand hitting promotion performance is executed when the jackpot symbol is derived. . Thereby, in this embodiment, it is possible to make it easier for the game ball to flow down to the area recommended to the player. On the other hand, when the time saving state is controlled without winning the jackpot with the jackpot symbol, the jackpot game is not started, so it is necessary to execute the right-hand hitting promotion performance at a different opportunity than when the jackpot symbol is derived. In this embodiment, the right-handed hitting promotion effect can be executed when the sub CPU 51 inputs a specific mode control command (mode control command CMD91). Thereby, even when the jackpot lottery is controlled to shorten the time without winning the jackpot, it is possible to easily cause the game ball to flow down to the area recommended to the player. Therefore, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest due to the game ball flowing down into an area that is not recommended.

(1-25) In the present embodiment, since the winning-related information can be made different even in the non-time-saving state, which is disadvantageous compared to the time-saving state, it is possible to provide diversity to the determined fluctuation pattern. As a result, even in the non-time-saving state where interest tends to decline more easily than in the time-saving state, it is possible to make the game less likely to become monotonous, and it is possible to suppress a decline in interest. Further, in this embodiment, when the time saving state is controlled based on the chance symbol being derived in the non-time saving state, the same fluctuation pattern table is determined regardless of the type of winning related information. Thereby, when the non-time-saving state is controlled to the time-saving state without winning a jackpot in the jackpot lottery, the fluctuation pattern can be determined from the predetermined fluctuation pattern table in the subsequent time-saving state. Therefore, when the control is changed from the non-time-saving state to the time-saving state, it is possible to make it easier for the player to understand that the gaming state has changed.

(1-26) Winning-related information includes the number of times the special game has been executed after the end of the jackpot game, the playing state of the special game before the jackpot game starts, and the jackpot symbol derived in the special game. , updated based on. As a result, in this embodiment, after the end of the jackpot game, the fluctuation pattern table can be changed based on the three events described above, so that the fluctuation pattern to be determined and the performance to be executed can be made more diverse. can be set. Therefore, in this embodiment, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest due to the game becoming monotonous.

(1-27) The main CPU 42 controls the time saving state based on the chance symbol being derived in the non-time saving state and the fact that a specific number of special games have been executed after controlling to the time saving state. Different types of variation pattern tables can be determined in the controlled non-time saving state. That is, the main CPU 42 can determine the fluctuation pattern depending on the type of gaming state information. Thereby, in both the non-time-saving state and the time-saving state, a variation pattern suitable for the gaming state can be determined, and a decrease in interest can be suppressed. Further, the main CPU 42 can output different mode control commands to the sub CPU 51 depending on the type of gaming state information. Thereby, in both the non-time-saving state and the time-saving state, it is possible to easily execute performances suitable for the gaming state and the special game, and it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest.

(1-28) The main CPU 42 may output different mode control commands even for the same winning-related information. Moreover, the main CPU 42 may output different mode control commands even if the game state information is the same. In particular, in the pachinko game machine 10, there are a plurality of game states that are controlled after the jackpot game ends, and the number of time saving times is also 20 times and 100 times. In such a situation where various cases are assumed, the sub CPU 51 inputs a mode control command and determines a performance pattern, thereby making it easier to execute a performance suitable for the situation. On the other hand, the main CPU 42 outputs the same mode control command when controlled to a special game state based on the derivation of chance symbols. In the pachinko game machine 10, the only game state that is controlled when a chance symbol is derived is a special game state, and the number of time saving times is fixed at 200 times. In such a situation where a uniform case is assumed, the sub CPU 51 inputs the same mode control command and determines the effect pattern, thereby making it easier to execute the effect suitable for the situation and changing the effect pattern. The processing to be determined can be optimized.

(Second embodiment)
A second embodiment of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
In the following description, the same configurations and controls as those in the already described embodiments will be given the same reference numerals, and the detailed description thereof may be simplified or omitted.

In this embodiment, even if a chance symbol is derived in a predetermined number of special games after the end of the jackpot game while in a specific game state, the control is not controlled to the special game state but to the normal game state. This is different from the first embodiment. Furthermore, in this embodiment, even if a chance symbol is derived in a special game for a specific number of times after being controlled to the special game state, the first feature is that the control is not controlled to the special game state but to the normal game state. Different from the embodiment.

The main CPU 42 determines whether or not it is in a high probability state in step S304 of the special symbol end process shown in FIG. 10, and does not execute the process in step S305 if it is not in a high probability state (step S304: NO). The process then proceeds to step S306. The main CPU 42 controls the time-saving state to a non-time-saving state, and then controls it to the normal gaming state (step S306). After that, the main CPU 42 moves to the process of step S309. In this way, if the game state is either the specific game state or the special game state when the time saving number becomes 0, the game is controlled to the normal game state.

As shown in FIG. 22, at timing t80, it is assumed that the special game has started without winning the falling lottery. At this time, the gaming state is a special gaming state. Moreover, the number of times of time saving is three times. At timing t81, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, although a chance symbol is derived, the special game state is not controlled and the special game state is continuously controlled. At timing t81, with the end of the special game, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 2 times. At timing t82, it is assumed that the special game has started without winning the falling lottery. At timing t83, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a losing symbol has been derived. At this time, although a losing symbol is derived, the special game state continues to be controlled. At timing t83, with the end of the special game, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 1 time. At timing t84, it is assumed that the player wins the lottery and starts the special game. Therefore, at timing t84, the gaming state is controlled from the special gaming state to the specific gaming state. At timing t85, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, although a chance symbol is derived, it is not controlled to a special game state. At timing t85, with the end of the special game, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 0, and as the time reduction number becomes 0, the specific game state is controlled to the normal game state. In this way, the pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to the special game state after the end of the jackpot game, and after the end of the jackpot game until the special game is executed a predetermined number of times, the pachinko game machine 10 wins the falling lottery, and Even if a chance symbol is derived in a special game executed based on winning the falling lottery, the special game state is not controlled.

As shown in FIG. 23, at timing t90, a special game starts. At this time, the gaming state is assumed to be either a specific gaming state or a special gaming state. Moreover, the number of times of time saving is three times. At timing t91, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, although a chance symbol is derived, it is not controlled to a special game state. At timing t91, with the end of the special game, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 2 times. At timing t92, a special game starts. At timing t93, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a losing symbol has been derived. At timing t93, with the end of the special game, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 1 time. At timing t94, a special game starts. At timing t95, it is assumed that the special game has ended and a chance symbol has been derived. At this time, although a chance symbol is derived, it is not controlled to a special game state. At timing t95, with the end of the special game, the number of time reductions is subtracted by 1 and becomes 0, and as the number of time reductions becomes 0, the game is controlled to the normal game state. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if a chance symbol is derived in the predetermined number of special games after the end of the jackpot game in a specific game state, the chance symbols are derived in the predetermined number of special games after the end of the jackpot game. After the game ends, the game is not controlled to the special game state but is controlled to the normal game state. In addition, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if a chance symbol is derived in a special game for a specific number of times after being controlled to the special gaming state, the control is changed to the special gaming state after the end of the special game for the specific number of times. It is controlled to the normal gaming state without being played.

The effects of the second embodiment will be explained.
According to the second embodiment, in addition to the effects (1-1) to (1-6) and (1-8) to (1-28) in the first embodiment, the following effects are obtained.

(2-1) The pachinko game machine 10 is not controlled to the special game state even if a chance symbol is derived in the predetermined number of special games after the end of the jackpot game. That is, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is not controlled from a specific gaming state to a special gaming state. Further, even if a chance symbol is derived in a special game a specific number of times after being controlled to the special game state, the special game state is not controlled. That is, when the pachinko game machine 10 is in the special game state, it is not controlled to the special game state based on the fact that a chance symbol is derived. In this way, the derivation of chance symbols can be said to be the control from the normal gaming state to the special gaming state, that is, the control to an advantageous gaming state. Therefore, it is possible to make it easier for the player to understand that what is controlled based on the derivation of the chance symbol is the special game state from the normal game state. Therefore, it is possible to effectively increase the expectation that chance symbols will be derived in the normal gaming state and the game will be controlled to an advantageous gaming state, and it is possible to improve the player's interest.

The embodiment described above can be modified and implemented as follows. Note that each of the above-described embodiments and the following modified examples can be implemented in combination with each other within a technically consistent range.

- The non-specific movement pattern of the specific variable member 21 is an operation pattern in which the specific variable member 21 moves to the second position P2 over the time possible for the game balls that have arrived at the branching part 20d to be sorted to the special passage 20b. You can. In this case, the non-specific motion pattern may be a motion pattern in which it is difficult for game balls that have arrived at the branching portion 20d to be sorted to the special passage 20b compared to the specific motion pattern. For example, the non-specific operation pattern is an operation pattern in which the specific variable member 21 is located at the second position P2 during the time (one second as an example) during which the game ball that enters the big winning hole 18 can reach the branching part 20d. It may be.

- The pachinko gaming machine 10 may perform a lottery (hereinafter referred to as a high probability lottery) to determine whether or not to grant a high probability state. The pachinko gaming machine 10 may be configured to give a high probability state instead of or in addition to the fact that a game ball is detected by the specific sensor SE4 due to winning a high probability lottery. For example, the main CPU 42 may execute a high probability lottery when a jackpot game is awarded. In the pachinko game machine 10, when the first jackpot game is awarded, the probability of winning the high probability lottery may be higher than when the second jackpot game is awarded. Further, for example, the main CPU 42 may execute a high probability lottery when a chance symbol is derived in a special game. In the pachinko game machine 10, when the first jackpot game is awarded, the probability of winning the high probability lottery may be higher than when the chance symbol is derived in the special game. That is, after the end of the first jackpot game, there may be a higher degree of expectation that the bonus (high probability state) will be awarded than after the end of the second jackpot game or after the chance symbol is derived in the special game.

- There may be two or more types of chance symbols. In this case, the main CPU 42 may determine whether or not to win the chance lottery in the chance lottery, and also determine which chance symbol to use. Further, the main CPU 42 may decide which chance symbol to use in a process different from the chance lottery after winning the chance lottery in the chance lottery. When the main CPU 42 controls the special game state based on the chance symbols being derived in the special game, the main CPU 42 may vary the number of time reductions depending on the type of the derived chance symbols. For example, the chance symbol may include a first chance symbol and a second chance symbol. When the first chance symbol is derived in the special game during the normal gaming state, the main CPU 42 may cause the main RWM 44 to store information that can specify 200 times as the initial number of time saving times. On the other hand, when the second chance symbol is derived in the special game during the normal gaming state, the main CPU 42 may cause the main RWM 44 to store information that allows specifying 400 times as the initial number of time saving times.

When the first chance symbol is derived in the special game during the normal gaming state, the main CPU 42 may control the second time saving state. On the other hand, if the second chance symbol is derived in the special game during the normal game state, the main CPU 42 may control the game to the third time saving state. That is, the time saving state may include a first time saving state, a second time saving state, and a third time saving state. When in the third time saving state, the variation time of the normal game may be configured to be longer than in at least one of the first time saving state and the second time saving state. When in the third time saving state, the normal winning probability in the normal lottery may not be changed to a high probability. When in the third time saving state, the total opening time of the normal variable member 17 in one normal winning game is configured to be shorter than in at least one of the first time saving state and the second time saving state. Good too.

- The pachinko game machine 10 is configured to control the special game state after the end of the jackpot game and on the condition that the number of executions of the special game in the low probability state has reached a predetermined number of times. Good too. When the jackpot game ends, the main CPU 42 may initialize information (hereinafter referred to as the number of operations) that can specify the number of executions of the special game in the low probability state. Thereafter, the main CPU 42 may add 1 to the number of operations each time the special game ends in the low probability state. When the number of operations reaches a predetermined number (for example, 900 times), the main CPU 42 may control the second time saving state and the special game state. At this time, the main CPU 42 may cause the main RWM 44 to store the initial number of time saving times (for example, 1200 times) when the special game state is controlled. The main CPU 42 may cause the main RWM 44 to store 15 seconds as the interval time when controlling to the special gaming state based on the fact that the number of operations has reached a predetermined number in the normal gaming state. The main CPU 42 may then store the specific interval start command in the output buffer. Further, the main CPU 42 may cause the main RWM 44 to store the interval flag. The main CPU 42 may measure the interval time and erase the interval flag when 15 seconds have elapsed.

If the number of operations reaches a predetermined number when chance symbols are derived in the special game during the normal gaming state, the main CPU 42 enters the special gaming state based on the chance symbols derived in the special game. may be controlled. In this case, the number of time saving times stored in the main RWM 44 is 200 times. When a chance symbol is derived in a special game in the normal game state, if the number of activations reaches a predetermined number, the main CPU 42 enters the special game state based on the number of activations reaching the predetermined number. may be controlled. In this case, the number of time saving times stored in the main RWM 44 is 1200 times.

The sub CPU 51 is controlled into a special game state based on a chance symbol being derived in a special game, and when controlled into a special game state based on the number of activations reaching a predetermined number of times. The effect display device EH may be controlled so that different modes of transition suggestion effects are executed. The sub CPU 51 is controlled into a special game state based on a chance symbol being derived in a special game, and when controlled into a special game state based on the number of activations reaching a predetermined number of times. The effect display device EH may be controlled so that the transition suggestion effect in the same manner is executed. The sub CPU 51 is controlled into a special game state based on a chance symbol being derived in a special game, and when controlled into a special game state based on the number of activations reaching a predetermined number of times. The effect display device EH may be controlled so that different forms of right-handed driving promotion effects are executed. The sub CPU 51 is controlled into a special game state based on a chance symbol being derived in a special game, and when controlled into a special game state based on the number of activations reaching a predetermined number of times. The effect display device EH may be controlled so that the same type of right-handed driving promotion effect is executed.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 uses a variation pattern table ( For example, a variation pattern table HTB01 and a variation pattern table HTB13) may be provided. Similarly, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the variation is determined only when the winning-related information is the second time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 899, and the gaming state information is low-probability non-time-saving information. A pattern table (for example, a variation pattern table HTB01 and a variation pattern table HTB13) may be provided. According to this, the main CPU 42 can determine the fluctuation pattern based on the fluctuation pattern table determined in a special game in which the number of activations reaches a predetermined number of times. Furthermore, the pachinko gaming machine 10 controls the mode control that is output when the winning-related information is the second non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 899, and the game state information is the low-probability non-time-saving information. It may also include a command (for example, mode control command CMD99). Similarly, the pachinko gaming machine 10 controls the mode control that is output when the winning-related information is the second time-saving information, the number of executions after the jackpot is 899, and the game state information is low-probability non-time-saving information. It may also include a command (for example, mode control command CMD99). According to this, the sub CPU 51 can determine an effect to be executed in a special game in which the number of operations reaches a predetermined number of times.

- In each embodiment, the sub CPU 51 does not have to end the right-handed driving promotion effect, which is executed in response to the derivation of a chance symbol, even when the next special game starts. In this case, the performance display device EH may display the right-handed hitting promotion performance in a manner different from that during the fluctuation interval. For example, when the next special game starts, the performance display device EH changes the format by making the character information "Right-handed" and the image imitating an arrow pointing to the right smaller than during the variation interval. You can also let That is, by changing the size of the area in the image display area of the image display section GH where the right-handed hitting promotion effect is executed, the aspect of the right-handed hitting promotion effect may be varied. For example, when the next special game starts, the effect display device EH displays the text information "Right-handed" and an image imitating an arrow pointing to the right at a different position than during the fluctuation interval. Depending on the situation, the aspect may be different. That is, by changing the position of the region in the image display area of the image display section GH where the right-handed hitting promotion effect is executed, the aspect of the right-handed hitting promotion effect may be changed. For example, in the performance display device EH, the right-hitting promotion performance may be performed in an image display area different from the image display area where the reach performance is performed. This makes it difficult to obstruct the ready-to-win performance performed on the performance display device EH, making it difficult for the player to visually recognize the ready-to-win performance, and thereby suppressing a decrease in interest.

- The sub-CPU 51 does not have to end the right-hitting promotion performance, which is executed in response to the derivation of the jackpot symbol, when a predetermined period of time has elapsed. In this case, the effect display device EH may display the right-handed hitting promotion effect in a different manner than before the predetermined time has elapsed. For example, after a predetermined period of time has elapsed, the size of the area where the right-handed hitting promotion performance is executed in the image display area of the image display section GH may be changed, thereby changing the aspect of the right-handed hitting promotion performance. Furthermore, for example, after a predetermined period of time has elapsed, the mode of the right-handed hitting promotion performance may be changed by changing the position of the area where the right-handed hitting promotion performance is executed in the image display area of the image display section GH. For example, in the effect display device EH, the right-handed hitting promotion effect may be executed in an image display area different from the image display area in which the opening effect, the round effect, and the ending effect are executed. Thereby, the opening performance, round performance, and ending performance performed on the performance display device EH can be made less likely to be disturbed.

- The pachinko gaming machine 10 may be configured to start the transition suggestion performance after starting the right-handed hitting promotion performance during the fluctuation interval after the chance symbol is derived in the special game in the normal gaming state. good. When the input mode control command is the mode control command CMD91 and a specific interval start command is input, the sub CPU 51 may control the performance display device EH to execute a right-handed hitting promotion performance. Thereafter, the sub CPU 51 may control the performance display device EH to execute a transition suggestion performance when a predetermined period of time has elapsed since the start of the right-handed driving promotion performance. At this time, the sub CPU 51 may terminate the right-handed hitting promotion performance, or may not terminate the right-handed hitting promotion performance. If the right-handed hitting promotion performance is not to be ended, the sub CPU 51 may display the right-handed hitting promotion performance in a manner different from that before the predetermined time period has elapsed. When the inter-variation interval ends, the sub CPU 51 may end the right-handed hitting promotion performance and the transition suggestion performance. The sub CPU 51 may end the right-handed hitting promotion performance and the transition suggestion performance when the next special game starts.

- The pachinko gaming machine 10 may be configured to simultaneously start the transition suggestion performance and the right-hand hitting promotion performance during the fluctuation interval after a chance symbol is derived in the special game in the normal gaming state. When the input mode control command is the mode control command CMD91 and the specific interval start command is input, the sub CPU 51 may control the performance display device EH to execute the shift suggestion performance and the right-handed hitting promotion performance. When the inter-variation interval ends, the sub CPU 51 may end the right-handed hitting promotion performance and the transition suggestion performance. The sub CPU 51 may end the right-handed hitting promotion performance and the transition suggestion performance when the next special game starts.

- The sub CPU 51 may end the right-handed hitting promotion effect upon inputting the second variation start command. On the other hand, the sub CPU 51 does not have to end the right-handed hitting promotion effect even if the first variation start command is input. That is, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game during the normal gaming state, the sub CPU 51 starts a right-handed hitting promotion performance after the end of the special game, and then starts a right-handed hitting promotion effect when a second special game starts. The promotion performance may be ended. On the other hand, after starting the right-handed hitting promotion performance, the sub CPU 51 does not need to end the right-handed hitting promotion performance when the first special game starts.

- The transition suggestion performance, the right-handed hitting promotion performance, and the chance performance may be performed by the decorative lamp LA instead of or in addition to the performance display device EH. Moreover, the transition suggestion performance, the right-handed hitting promotion performance, and the chance performance may be performed by the speaker SP instead of or in addition to the performance display device EH. In this case, the sub CPU 51 may execute the transition suggestion performance and the right-handed hitting promotion performance using different means. For example, the sub CPU 51 may cause the effect display device EH to execute a transition suggestion effect, and may cause the decorative lamp LA to execute a right-handed driving promotion effect.

- If the pachinko gaming machine 10 wins a falling lottery while being continuously controlled in the special gaming state even after the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, the pachinko gaming machine 10 wins the falling lottery. During the execution of the special game in which the player wins the lottery, it may be configured to perform a fall effect that can identify that the player has won the fall lottery. The main CPU 42 may output to the sub CPU 51 a control command that can specify that the player has won the falling lottery. The sub CPU 51 may control the effect display device EH to perform a fall effect when a control command that can specify that the player has won the fall lottery is input. Even after the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, when the special game state continues to be controlled, if you win the falling lottery and also win the chance lottery, The sub CPU 51 may control the performance display device EH to perform a chance performance after performing a fall performance.

- The interval time when the normal game state is controlled to the special game state may be longer than 15 seconds or shorter than 15 seconds. The interval time when the normal game state is controlled to the special game state is a sufficient time for the plurality of fired game balls to reach the second starting port 16 when a plurality of game balls are fired. It would be good if it were.

- If you win a jackpot in a jackpot lottery triggered by a ball entering the second starting port 16, it is more advantageous than if you win a jackpot in a jackpot lottery triggered by a ball entering the first starting port 15. The degree may be high. For example, if you win a jackpot in a jackpot lottery triggered by a ball entering the second starting port 16, the odds are higher than if you win a jackpot in a jackpot lottery triggered by a ball entering the first starting port 15. The ratio of determining the first jackpot symbol may be high. In other words, if you win a jackpot in a jackpot lottery triggered by a ball entering the second starting port 16, you will win the jackpot in a jackpot lottery triggered by a ball entering the first starting port 15. The ratio of determining the second jackpot symbol may be low. Therefore, when the normal game state is controlled to the special game state, it is advantageous to hit the game ball to the right and enter the second starting port 16 before the next special game starts. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the second special game is executed with priority over the first special game. When the pachinko game machine 10 is controlled from a normal game state to a special game state, an interval time is provided in which a game ball can enter the second starting port 16 before the next special game starts. It is being As a result, when the normal game state is controlled to the special game state, the second special game can be executed, and it is possible to prevent the first special game from being executed even though the normal game state is in the special game state. It is possible to suppress a decrease in interest, and to improve interest in winning the jackpot in the second special game.

- The chance lottery does not have to be executed in the process of executing the second special game in the special symbol start process. The chance lottery may be executed only in the process of executing the first special game in the special symbol start process. That is, the pachinko gaming machine 10 may be configured such that chance symbols can be derived in the first special game, but chance symbols cannot be derived in the second special game. If the jackpot is not won in step S117 of FIG. 8 (step S117: NO), the main CPU 42 may perform a losing game process without performing the chance lottery (step S119). In the time saving state, it is recommended to hit to the right so that the game ball enters the second starting port 16 more easily than the first starting port 15. On the other hand, in the non-time-saving state, it is recommended to hit the game ball to the left so that the ball enters the first starting port 15 more easily than the second starting port 16. For this reason, in a situation where game balls are being fired at the recommended firing strength, chance symbols are more likely to be derived when the game is in a non-time-saving state than when it is in a time-saving state.

- The chance lottery does not have to be executed in the process of executing the first special game in the special symbol start process. The chance lottery may be executed only in the process of executing the second special game in the special symbol start process. That is, the pachinko gaming machine 10 may be configured such that chance symbols can be derived in the second special game, but chance symbols cannot be derived in the first special game. If the jackpot is not won in step S108 of FIG. 7 (step S108: NO), the main CPU 42 may perform a losing game process without performing the chance lottery (step S110). When in the time-saving state, the rate of game balls entering the second starting port 16 per unit time is higher than when in the non-time-saving state. Therefore, when it is in the time saving state, there is a higher expectation that a chance symbol will be drawn per unit time compared to when it is in the non-time saving state.

- After the end of the jackpot game, the time saving state (first time saving state) is always given, but depending on the type of jackpot symbol, there may be times when the time saving state is not given.
・As a pachinko machine that can be controlled to a high probability state, there are specifications that control the machine to a high probability state until the next jackpot game is awarded, and specifications that control the machine to a high probability state until a predetermined number of special games are completed. (ST machine). The pachinko game machine 10 of the above embodiment may be embodied in a pachinko game machine having any of these specifications. In this case, after the end of the jackpot game, the high probability state (privilege) may not be provided depending on the type of jackpot symbol. Moreover, it may be embodied in a pachinko game machine that does not provide a high probability state.

- In addition to the jackpot lottery (hit lottery), it may also be applied to pachinko gaming machines that perform small win lottery. Generally, when a small winning is won in a small winning lottery, the small winning symbol is fixed and displayed in a special game, and a small winning game is awarded after the special game ends. The gaming machine of the embodiment improves, for example, the number of times small winning games are won per unit time (frequency) or the number of times small winning games are given per unit time (frequency) compared to the normal gaming state. It may also be embodied in a pachinko game machine that can be controlled to a state in which a small hit (so-called small hit RUSH) is achieved. In a pachinko game machine that performs a small winning lottery, the winning lottery may include a small winning lottery. In other words, in a pachinko gaming machine that performs a small winning lottery, a case where a player does not win a winning lottery is a case where a player does not win a jackpot in a jackpot lottery, and a player does not win a small winning in a small winning lottery. You can. In a pachinko game machine that performs a small winning lottery, the winning lottery does not need to include a small winning lottery. That is, the case of not winning the winning lottery does not include the case of not winning the small winning in the small winning lottery, and may also be the case of not winning the big winning in the jackpot lottery. The period during which the time saving state can be controlled after the chance symbol is derived may be a period determined by the number of times the small winning lottery is won (or the number of times the small winning game is awarded).

-The special game may be displayed on the effect display device EH. In this case, the performance game may not be displayed. The first special game and the second special game may be executed in order of suspension, or may be executed in parallel at the same time.

- The mechanical configuration of the pachinko game machine may be changed as appropriate. For example, the effect display device EH may be configured from a plurality of display means, and some of the display means may be configured to be movable. The display means on which the transition suggestion effect is executed and the display means on which the effect game is executed may be different. The display means on which the right-handed batting promotion effect is executed and the display means on which the effect game is executed may be different. The display means on which the transition suggestion effect is executed and the display means on which the right-handed driving promotion effect is executed may be different.

- The functions of the main control board 40 may be realized by being divided into a plurality of boards. The main control board 40 may be composed of a plurality of CPUs mounted on a single board. The functions of the sub-control board 50 may be realized by being divided into a plurality of boards. For example, a pachinko gaming machine may include a display board that exclusively controls the effect display device EH, a lamp board that exclusively controls the decorative lamp LA, and an audio board that exclusively controls the speaker SP. It may further include a control board that controls the group in an integrated manner. Further, the sub CPU 51 may be composed of a plurality of CPUs mounted on a single board.

The technical ideas that can be understood from each embodiment and modification example will be described.
(b) Within the interval time after the end of the variable game in which the specific result was derived when in the second gaming state, the variable game in which the specific result was derived in the second gaming state ends. A new performance that is different from the current performance is not started.

(b) When the specific result is derived in the variable game while in the first gaming state, the production execution means executes a production suggesting that the specific result is derived; When the specific result is derived in the variable game during the gaming state, the performance executing means does not execute a performance that suggests that the specific result is derived.

10...Pachinko gaming machine 13a...First special symbol display section 13b...Second special symbol display section 15...First starting opening 16...Second starting opening 18...Big winning opening 19...Special variable member 20...Passway 20b...Special passage 20c...Non-special passage 20d...Branch portion 21...Specific variable member 40...Main control board 41...Microprocessor 42...Main CPU 43...Main ROM 44...Main RWM 50...Sub-control board 51...Sub-CPU DE...Direction device group EH ...Production display device LA...Decoration lamp R1...Left side area R2...Right side area SE4...Specific sensor SL2...Special solenoid SP...Speaker YB...Game board YBa...Game area

Claims (3)

In a gaming machine where a winning result is derived in a variable game when a winning lottery is won, and a winning game is started after the variable game ends,
a gaming state control means for controlling the gaming state;
a performance execution means for performing the performance;
A production control means for controlling the production execution means,
The gaming state includes a first gaming state, a second gaming state that is more advantageous than the first gaming state, and a third gaming state that is more advantageous than the first gaming state,
The third gaming state has the same probability of winning in the winning lottery as the first gaming state and the second gaming state,
The third game state is controlled after the winning game ends based on the ending of the winning game ,
The results derived in the fluctuating game when the winning lottery is not won include a non-specific result and a specific result,
The gaming state control means includes:
controlling to the second gaming state based on the fact that the specific result is derived in the variable game when the first gaming state is in the first gaming state;
not controlling to the second gaming state based on the fact that the non-specific result is derived in the variable game when the first gaming state is in the first gaming state;
Even if either the non-specific result or the specific result is derived in the variable game when the second gaming state is in the second gaming state, the control is not performed in the first gaming state based on the fact that those results are derived;
The interval time after the end of the variable game in which the specific result was derived when in the first gaming state is the interval time after the end of the variable game in which the specific result was derived in the second gaming state. longer than
Within an interval time after the end of the variable game in which the specific result was derived while in the first gaming state, a specific performance indicating that the control has been controlled to the second gaming state is started in the performance execution means. ,
The interval time after the end of the variable game in which the specific result was derived when in the first gaming state is the interval time after the end of the variable game in which the specific result was derived in the third gaming state. longer than
A gaming machine characterized in that the specific effect is not started within an interval time after the end of the variable game in which the specific result was derived when the third gaming state is in the third gaming state. The first starting prize opening,
A second starting prize opening having a variable member,
Regardless of the first gaming state , the second gaming state , or the third gaming state, the advantage of the game ball entering the first starting prize opening in the non-specific area of the game board is the same. can be,
The first gaming state is a gaming state in which it is recommended to let the game ball flow down into the non-specific area,
The second gaming state and the third gaming state are more advantageous than the first gaming state in terms of the entry of the game ball into the second starting prize opening in the specific area, and the game ball enters the specific area. This is a gaming state where it is recommended to let the
During an interval time after the end of the variable game in which the specific result was derived when in the first gaming state, a predetermined effect that prompts the game ball to flow down into the specific area is started in the effect execution means ,
The gaming machine according to claim 1 , wherein the predetermined performance is not started within an interval time after the end of the variable game for which the specific result was derived when the third gaming state is in the third gaming state. When the specific result is derived in the variable game while in the first gaming state, a special performance that suggests that the specific result is derived is started in the performance execution means,
The gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2, wherein when the specific result is derived in the variable game when the third gaming state is in the third gaming state, the special effect is not started.