JP7371041B2 - gaming machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to a player.

As a game machine, a game ball, which is a game medium, is fired into a game area by a firing device, and when the game ball enters a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out to the player. There are things that can be done. Furthermore, a variable display device capable of variable display (also referred to as "fluctuation") of identification information is provided, and when the display result of the variable display of identification information on the variable display device becomes a specific display result, the gaming state (game There are machines (so-called pachinko machines) that are configured to give a predetermined gaming value to the player by changing the state of the machine (specifically, the state in which the gaming machine is controlled).

Note that gaming value refers to the state of the variable winning ball device installed in the gaming area of the gaming machine that is advantageous to the player who is likely to hit a winning ball, or the state that is advantageous to the player. This means that rights are generated, and that the conditions for paying out prize balls are easily established.

In a pachinko game machine, a predetermined specific display mode is derived and displayed as a display result of the variable display of special symbols (identification information) that is started on the variable display device based on the winning of a game ball in the starting winning hole. A “jackpot” occurs when the Note that the derivation display means to finally stop and display the symbol (final stop symbol). When a jackpot occurs, for example, a jackpot opening is opened a predetermined number of times and the game enters a jackpot game state in which it is easy to hit a winning ball. Then, in each opening period, when a predetermined number (for example, 10) of prizes are won in the big winning hole, the big winning hole is closed. The number of times the big prize opening is opened is fixed to a predetermined number of times (for example, 15 rounds). Note that an opening time (for example, 29 seconds) is determined for each opening, and even if the number of winnings does not reach a predetermined number, the grand prize opening will be closed when the opening time has elapsed. Hereinafter, the opening period of each big prize opening may be referred to as a round. Moreover, a game in a round is sometimes called a round game.

In addition, in the variable display device, a symbol other than the final stop symbol (for example, the center symbol among the left center right symbols) is stopped and shaken continuously for a predetermined period of time in a state that matches a specific display result. The jackpot may occur before the final result is displayed due to movement, scaling, or deformation, or multiple symbols are changing synchronously with the same symbol, or the positions of the displayed symbols are swapped. A performance performed in a state where sex continues (hereinafter, these states are referred to as a reach state) is called a reach performance. In addition, the reach state and its appearance are called the reach mode. Furthermore, a variable display that includes a reach effect is referred to as a variable reach display. Then, if the display result of the symbols variably displayed on the variable display device is not a specific display result, it becomes a "miss" and the variable display state ends. A player plays a game while enjoying finding out how to generate a jackpot.

Among such gaming machines, there is one that executes a changing performance that changes a performance that is being executed in one mode to a mode that is expected to be controlled to be more advantageous than the first mode. For example, Patent Document 1 describes that an active hold preview effect is executed in which the display mode of the active hold display changes from a normal mode to a special mode depending on a present image displayed when a present box is opened.

Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2015-134097

However, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, there is room for improvement in the changing effects and the effects related to the changing effects.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION Accordingly, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can improve the interest of changing performances and performances related to the changing performances.

The gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot gaming state) that is advantageous to the player, and is capable of variably displaying multiple types of decorative identification information (for example, decorative patterns). A reach effect execution means capable of executing a reach effect (for example, a super reach effect) after the combination of the variable display means and the decoration identification information becomes a reach state; A change effect that changes the effect being executed to a mode with a higher degree of expectation that is controlled more advantageously than the first mode (for example, changing the display color of title display, subtitle display, decorative pattern, and cut-in display to normal color) Chance-up effect that changes from (white) to blue, green, red, or gold, and the battle status display that shows the battle status in the battle effect (for example, changing the battle status display from a state that indicates a state of defeat to a state of victory) The change performance includes a specific change performance (changing the display color of the decoration identification information that is in the reach state). For example, if a specific change effect is executed for the first decoration identification information, including a chance-up effect (design) that changes the display color of the decorative pattern from the normal color (white) to blue, green, red, or gold. In this case, the degree of expectation that the specific change effect will be controlled in an advantageous state is higher than when the specific change effect is not executed for the one decoration identification information (for example, the chance-up effect (symbol) is decided to be executed at the time of a jackpot rather than at the time of a miss). (See Figure 8-5 (C)). It is possible to display the decoration identification information in the state at a predetermined display position in a smaller size than before the reach effect is executed (for example, when the reach effect shown in FIG. 8-10 is executed). Decorative patterns when the reach effects shown in Figures 8-11 to 8-14 (earlier reach effects, stock effects, outpost effects, battle effects, etc.) are being executed are smaller than the previous decorative patterns. (displayed at the upper left and upper left of the image display area), when a specific change effect is being executed, the decoration identification information that is in the reach state is recognized more than before the specific change effect is executed. The decoration identification information can be displayed in an easy-to-understand manner, and the decoration identification information can be displayed using the first decoration identification information (for example, regular decoration patterns of "1" to "6" and "8" to "9" (normal color: white). )) and second decoration identification information different from the first decoration identification information (for example, a special decoration pattern of "7" (normal color: gold)), and the change effect execution means includes the first decoration identification information. Execute a specific change effect in the reach effect when the information is in the reach state, and do not execute the specific change effect in the reach effect when the second decoration identification information is in the reach state (for example, if the fluctuation pattern is If it is a super reach A or B, it can be determined if a chance up effect (symbol) is executed, but if it is a super reach C, it cannot be determined if a chance up effect is executed. Steps 001IWS802 to S813 in FIG. 8-4, see FIG. 8-2), the specific change effect can be applied both in the case where the suggestion effect that suggests in advance that the specific change effect will be executed is executed and in the case where it is not executed. The reach effect can be executed, and the specific change effect can be executed so that at least a part of the effect image related to the executed reach effect becomes invisible, and the reach effect execution means executes a predetermined reach effect as the reach effect. (For example, super reach A, B) and a special reach effect (for example, super reach C) that is expected to be controlled to be more advantageous than the predetermined reach effect (for example, super reach C) can be executed (Figure 8-1 ( (Refer to C)), when executing the reach effect after the second decoration identification information becomes the reach state, the special reach effect is more effective than when executing the reach effect after the first decoration identification information becomes the reach state. The execution rate is high (for example, in the variation pattern of Super Reach A or B, Super Reach A or B is executed after reaching the reach state with the normal decorative symbol, and in the variation pattern of Super Reach C, the reach state is reached with the special decorative symbol). Super reach C is executed after reaching the reach state (see steps 001IWS802 to S804 in FIG. 8-4, FIG. 8-2), the second decoration identification information is in the reach state than the first decoration identification information is in the reach state. , the expectation of being controlled to be in an advantageous state is higher, and the first decoration identification information is in the ready-to-reach state than the second decoration identification information is in the ready-to-reach state in the variable display that triggers the control to be in the advantageous state. The percentage is higher (for example, the expectation that Super Reach C will be a jackpot is higher than Super Reach A or B, and if it is a jackpot, the probability that it will be Super Reach A or B is higher than Super Reach C). (See Figure 8-1 (C)), when the second decoration identification information is in the ready-to-reach state, the ready-to-reach state is entered in a manner that is easier to recognize than when the first decoration identification information is in the ready-to-reach state. It is characterized by being notified.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest of the change performance and the performance related to the change performance. Specifically, by providing the first decoration identification information that is the target of the specific change effect and the second decoration identification information that is not the target, it is possible to draw attention to which decoration identification information causes the reach state. . In addition, when reaching the reach state with the second decoration identification information that is not the target, a highly anticipated reach effect is executed, so it is possible to prevent the player from being disappointed, and the reach state with the first decoration identification information When the state is reached, the reach effect, which has a higher level of expectation than when the second decoration identification information indicates the reach state, is not executed, but since it becomes the target of the specific change effect, it is possible to create expectations in the player. .

It is a front view of the pachinko game machine in this embodiment. It is a configuration diagram showing various control boards etc. installed in the pachinko game machine. It is a flowchart showing an example of game control main processing. It is a flowchart showing an example of timer interrupt processing for game control. It is a flowchart showing an example of special symbol process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control process processing. It is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a jackpot determination table and a fluctuation pattern table in the feature section 001IW. It is a timing chart showing the execution timing of each performance during reach. It is an explanatory diagram showing execution time of each performance during super reach. 3 is a flowchart showing variable display start setting processing. It is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a chance up performance execution decision table. It is an explanatory view showing an example of a ready-to-reach stock effect pattern determination table. It is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a stock effect execution decision table for chance up. FIG. 12 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the state of each chance-up performance after the change, the expectation level of the state of each chance-up performance after the change, and an example of the execution priority of the corresponding stock performance in a modified example. It is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the expectation level of each chance-up performance and the execution priority of the corresponding stock performance, and an example of combinations prohibited in the chance-up stock performance in a modified example. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example when a decorative pattern is in a reach state. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of the first-stage reach performance. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of stock performance. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of stock performance. It is an explanatory diagram showing an outline of an outpost performance, a battle performance, and a winning celebration performance in Super Reach. It is an explanatory diagram showing an outline of an outpost performance, a battle performance, and a winning celebration performance in Super Reach. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a key chance up production for subtitle display. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a key chance up production for subtitle display. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of a key chance up performance targeting decorative patterns. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of a key chance up performance targeting decorative patterns. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a chance-up performance targeting decorative patterns. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a non-key chance up production targeting subtitle display. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing a comparative example between a case where a key chance up effect is executed a plurality of times, and a case where a non-key chance up effect and a key chance up effect are executed. It is an explanatory view showing an example of the control timing of the super reach performance, the performance targeted for the key chance up performance, and the key chance up performance. FIG. 12 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a key chance up effect targeting subtitle display in a modified example. FIG. 12 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a key chance up effect targeting subtitle display in a modified example. FIG. 8-25 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a super reach performance, a performance targeted for a key chance up performance, and a control timing for the key chance up performance in the modified examples shown in FIGS. 8-24 and 8-25.

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

(Configuration of pachinko machine 1, etc.)
FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine 1, showing the layout of the main components. A pachinko game machine (game machine) 1 is roughly divided into a game board (gauge board) 2 that constitutes a game board surface, and a game machine frame (base frame) 3 that supports and fixes the game board 2. A game area is formed on the game board 2, and a game ball as a game medium is fired from a predetermined ball launcher into this game area.

At a predetermined position on the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, on the right side of the gaming area), a variable display (also referred to as a special game) of special symbols (also referred to as special symbols) as multiple types of special identification information is provided. A first special symbol display device 4A and a second special symbol display device 4B are provided. Each of these consists of a 7-segment LED or the like. The special symbols are represented by numbers indicating "0" to "9" and lighting patterns such as "-". The special design may include a pattern in which all LEDs are turned off.

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

The special symbol variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A is also referred to as a “first special symbol”, and the special symbol variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B is also referred to as a “second special symbol”. Further, a special map game using the first special map is also referred to as a "first special map game", and a special map game using the second special map is also referred to as a "second special map game". Note that there may be only one type of special symbol display device that performs variable display of special symbols.

An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area on the game board 2. The image display device 5 is composed of, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display), an organic EL (electro luminescence), or the like, and displays various effect images. The image display device 5 may include a projector and a screen. The image display device 5 displays various effect images.

For example, on the screen of the image display device 5, in synchronization with the first special pattern game and the second special pattern game, decorative patterns (such as patterns showing numbers, etc.) as multiple types of decorative identification information different from the special pattern are displayed. A variable display is performed. Here, in synchronization with the first special figure game or the second special figure game, decorative figures are displayed variably (for example, up and down direction (scroll display and update display). In addition, the variable display of the special figure game and the decorative pattern which are executed synchronously is collectively referred to as simply variable display.

A display area may be provided on the screen of the image display device 5 for displaying a pending display corresponding to a variable display whose execution is pending, and an active display corresponding to a variable display currently being executed. The pending display and the active display are also collectively referred to as variable display compatible displays that correspond to variable displays.

The number of pending variable displays is also called the number of pending memories. The number of pending memories corresponding to the first special figure game is also referred to as the first number of pending memories, and the number of pending memories corresponding to the second special figure game is also referred to as the second number of pending memories. Further, the sum of the first number of pending memories and the second number of pending memories is also referred to as the total number of pending memories.

Furthermore, a first hold indicator 25A and a second hold indicator 25B each including a plurality of LEDs are provided at predetermined positions on the game board 2. Accordingly, the first pending memory number is displayed, and the second pending display 25B displays the second pending memory number according to the number of LEDs lit.

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

The winning ball device 6A forms a first starting winning hole that is always kept open to allow game balls to enter, for example, by a predetermined ball receiving member. When a game ball enters the first starting winning hole, a predetermined number (for example, three) of winning balls are paid out, and the first special symbol game can be started.

The variable prize winning ball device 6B (normal electric accessory) forms a second starting prize opening that changes between a closed state and an open state by a solenoid 81 (see FIG. 2). The variable prize winning ball device 6B includes, for example, an electric tulip-shaped accessory having a pair of movable wing pieces, and when the solenoid 81 is in the OFF state, the movable wing pieces are in a vertical position, so that the tips of the movable wing pieces are comes close to the winning ball device 6A, and enters a closed state in which the game ball does not enter the second starting winning opening (also referred to as the second starting winning opening enters a closed state). On the other hand, when the solenoid 81 is in the ON state, the movable wing pieces of the variable winning ball device 6B are in the tilted position, so that the variable winning ball device 6B enters an open state in which the game ball can enter the second starting winning hole (second starting winning ball). It is also said that the prize opening will be open.) When the game ball enters the second starting winning hole, a predetermined number (for example, three) of winning balls are paid out, and the second special symbol game can be started. The variable winning ball device 6B may be any device that can change between a closed state and an open state, and is not limited to one that includes an electric tulip type accessory.

At predetermined positions on the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, four locations on the left and right lower sides of the game area), general winning holes 10 are provided which are always kept in a constant open state by a predetermined ball receiving member. In this case, when entering any of the general winning holes 10, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

A special variable winning ball device 7 having a big winning hole is provided below the winning ball device 6A and the variable winning ball device 6B. The special variable winning ball device 7 is equipped with a big winning hole door that is driven to open and close by a solenoid 82 (see FIG. 2), and has a big winning hole as a specific area that changes between an open state and a closed state by the big winning hole door. Form.

As an example, in the special variable winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big winning hole door (special electric accessory) is in the OFF state, the big winning hole door closes the big winning hole, and the game ball is You will not be able to enter (pass through) the prize opening. On the other hand, in the special variable winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big winning hole door is in the on state, the big winning hole door opens the big winning hole so that the game ball can easily enter the big winning hole. Become.

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

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

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

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

A normal symbol holding display 25C is provided above the normal symbol display 20. The Fuzu-zu pending display 25C is configured to include, for example, four LEDs, and displays the Fuzu-zu pending storage number, which is the number of Fuzu games whose execution is pending, by the number of lit LEDs.

In addition to the above structure, the surface of the game board 2 is provided with a windmill that changes the downward direction and speed of the game ball and a large number of obstacle nails. At the bottom of the gaming area, there is provided an out opening into which game balls that have not entered any of the winning openings are taken in.

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

A movable body 32 is provided at a predetermined position on the game board 2 (not shown in FIG. 1), which operates according to the performance.

At the lower right position of the gaming machine frame 3, a ball-hitting operation handle (operation knob) 30 is provided which is operated by a player or the like in order to fire a game ball toward a gaming area using a ball-launching device.

At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area, game balls paid out as prize balls and game balls lent out by a predetermined ball rental machine are held (stored) so that they can be supplied to the batted ball firing device. ) is provided with a batted ball supply tray (upper tray). A batted ball supply tray (lower tray) is provided below the upper tray from which prize balls are dispensed when the upper tray is full.

A stick controller 31A that can be held and tilted by a player is attached to a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area. The stick controller 31A is provided with a trigger button that can be pressed down by the player. An operation on the stick controller 31A is detected by a controller sensor unit 35A (see FIG. 2).

At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area, a push button 31B is provided that allows the player to perform a predetermined instruction operation by pressing the button or the like. An operation on push button 31B is detected by push sensor 35B (see FIG. 2).

In the pachinko game machine 1, a stick controller 31A and a push button 31B are provided as detection means for detecting a player's movement (operation, etc.), but detection means other than these may be provided.

(Summary of game progress)
When a player rotates a ball-hitting operation handle 30 provided in the pachinko game machine 1, a game ball is launched toward a game area. When the game ball passes through the passage gate 41, the normal pattern display 20 starts the normal pattern game. In addition, if the game ball passes through the passage gate 41 during the period during which the previous Fuzu game was being executed (the game ball passed through the passage gate 41, but the Fuzu game based on the passage cannot be executed immediately), , the game based on the passage is suspended up to a predetermined upper limit (for example, 4).

In this general pattern game, if a specific normal pattern (a pattern per normal pattern) is stopped and displayed, the display result of the normal pattern becomes ``a common pattern hit''. On the other hand, if a normal symbol other than the regular symbol (ordinary symbol losing symbol) is stopped and displayed as a confirmed ordinary symbol, the display result of the ordinary symbol becomes "ordinary symbol losing". When it becomes a "normal map hit", opening control is performed to keep the variable winning ball device 6B open for a predetermined period of time (the second starting winning opening is brought into the open state).

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

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

In addition, if the game ball enters the starting prize opening (wins) during the period when the special drawing game is being executed or during the period when it is controlled in the jackpot game state or small winning game state (described later) (the starting prize has occurred) If the special pattern game based on the starting prize cannot be executed immediately), the execution of the special pattern game based on the entry is suspended until a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 4).

In the special pattern game, if a specific special pattern (a jackpot pattern, e.g. "7", the actual pattern differs depending on the jackpot type described later) is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special pattern, it becomes a "jackpot" and the jackpot pattern If a predetermined special symbol (a small winning symbol, for example "2") different from the above is stopped and displayed, it becomes a "small winning". Further, if a special symbol (a losing symbol, for example "-") different from the jackpot symbol or the small winning symbol is stopped and displayed, it becomes a "loser".

After the display result in the special figure game becomes a "jackpot", the game is controlled to be in a jackpot game state as an advantageous state for the player. After the display result in the special figure game becomes a "small win", the game is controlled to a small win game state.

In the jackpot game state, the jackpot formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined manner. The open state is determined by the timing when a predetermined period of time (for example, 29 seconds or 1.8 seconds) elapses, or the timing until the number of game balls that enter the grand prize opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, 9 balls). This will continue until the earliest of the two. The predetermined period is the upper limit period during which the big prize opening can be opened in one round, and hereinafter also referred to as the upper limit opening period. One cycle in which the big prize opening is opened in this way is called a round (round game). In the jackpot game state, the round can be repeated until it reaches a predetermined upper limit number of times (15 or 2 times).

In the jackpot game state, the player can receive a prize ball by entering the game ball into the jackpot opening. Therefore, the jackpot gaming state is an advantageous state for the player. The greater the number of rounds in the jackpot gaming state and the longer the open upper limit period, the more advantageous it is for the player.

In addition, the jackpot type is set in "Jackpot". For example, we prepare multiple types of opening modes for the jackpot (number of rounds and upper limit opening period) and gaming states after the jackpot gaming state (normal state, time-saving state, variable probability state, etc., described later), and the jackpot can be adjusted accordingly. Type is set. As the jackpot type, there may be provided a jackpot type in which a large number of prize balls can be obtained, and a jackpot type in which a small number of prize balls or hardly any prize balls can be obtained.

In the small winning game state, the big winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined opening manner. For example, in the small winning gaming state, the opening mode is the same as the jackpot gaming state for some jackpot types (the number of openings of the big winning opening is the same as the number of rounds above, and the closing timing of the big winning opening is also the same). etc.), the big prize opening will be open. In addition, similar to the jackpot type, a small hit type may also be provided for "small hit".

After the jackpot gaming state ends, depending on the above-mentioned jackpot type, it may be controlled to a time saving state or a variable probability state.

In the time-saving state, control (time-saving control) is executed to shorten the average special symbol variation time (period for varying the special symbol) compared to the normal state. In the short time state, by shortening the average fluctuation time (period for changing the general pattern) than in the normal state, and by increasing the probability of hitting the normal pattern in the general drawing game compared to the normal state, etc. Control (high opening control, high base control) that makes it easier for game balls to enter the second starting prize opening is also executed. The time saving state is a state in which the variation efficiency of the special symbols (especially the second special symbol) is improved, so it is an advantageous state for the player.

In the variable probability state (probability variable state), in addition to the time saving control, variable probability control is executed in which the probability that the displayed result is a "jackpot" is higher than in the normal state. The variable probability state is a state that is more advantageous to the player because it improves the efficiency of changing the special symbols and is also a state where it is easy to hit the jackpot.

The time saving state and the variable probability state continue until any one of the end conditions is met first, such as the execution of the special figure game a predetermined number of times and the start of the next jackpot game state. A condition where the termination condition is that the special figure game has been executed a predetermined number of times is also called number-cutting (number-cutting time reduction, number-cutting probability variable, etc.).

A normal state is a gaming state other than a special state such as an advantageous state such as a jackpot game state that is advantageous to the player, a time saving state, or a variable probability state, and the display result in the Fuzu game is "Fuzu hit". The pachinko game machine 1, such as the probability and the probability that the display result in the special figure game will be a "jackpot", will be returned to the initial setting state of the pachinko game machine 1 (for example, when the system is reset, a predetermined return after power is turned on). This state is controlled in the same way as when no processing is executed).

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

After the small hit game state ends, the game state is not changed, and the display result of the special figure game continues to be controlled to the previous game state when it became a "small win" (However, if a "small win" occurs) If the special figure game of the hour is the special figure game of the predetermined number of times in the above-mentioned number cut, the game state is naturally changed). It should be noted that the display result of the special figure game does not need to be a "small win".

Note that the gaming state may change based on the game ball passing through a specific area (for example, a specific area within the big winning opening) during the jackpot gaming state. For example, when the game ball passes through a specific area, the control may be changed to a variable probability state after the jackpot game state.

(Progress of production, etc.)
In the pachinko game machine 1, various effects (effects for notifying the progress of the game or for enlivening the game) are executed according to the progress of the game. The performance will be explained below. The effect is performed by displaying various effect images on the image display device 5, but in addition to or in place of the display, audio output from the speakers 8L and 8R and/or the game effect lamp 9 This may be done by turning on/off the light, moving the movable body 32, etc.

As a performance executed according to the progress of the game, the "left", "middle", "right" decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided on the image display device 5 display the first special pattern game or the first special pattern display area 5L, 5C, and 5R. 2. Corresponding to the start of the special figure game, variable display of decorative symbols is started. At the timing when the display result (also referred to as a fixed special pattern) is stopped and displayed in the first special pattern game or the second special pattern game, the fixed decorative pattern (a combination of three decorative patterns) that is the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern ) is also stopped and displayed (derived).

During the period from when the variable display of the decorative symbols starts until it ends, the mode of the variable display of the decorative symbols may become a predetermined reach mode (reach is established). Here, the reach mode refers to the variable display of decorative symbols that are not yet displayed while the decorative symbols that are stopped and displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 form part of a jackpot combination that will be described later. This refers to the manner in which the situation continues.

Furthermore, a ready-to-win effect is executed in response to the above-mentioned ready-to-win mode being set during the variable display of the decorative symbols. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, the percentage of display results (display results of special pattern games and display results of variable display of decorative symbols) becoming a "jackpot" (also referred to as jackpot reliability or jackpot expectation level) is determined depending on the performance mode. A plurality of different types of reach effects are executed. The reach performance includes, for example, normal reach and super reach, which has higher jackpot reliability than normal reach.

When the display result of the special figure game becomes a "jackpot", a fixed decorative pattern that becomes a predetermined jackpot combination is derived as a display result of the variable display of decorative patterns on the screen of the image display device 5 (decorative pattern). The display result of the variable display of symbols is a "jackpot"). As an example, the same decorative symbols (for example, "7", etc.) are all stopped and displayed on predetermined valid lines in the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. .

In the case of a "probable variable jackpot" that is controlled to a variable probability state after the end of the jackpot gaming state, odd-numbered decorative symbols (for example, "7", etc.) are stopped and displayed, and the variable probability state is changed after the jackpot gaming state ends. In the case of an uncontrolled "uncertain variable jackpot (normal jackpot)", even-numbered decorative symbols (for example, "6", etc.) may be stopped and displayed all together. In this case, the odd-numbered decorative patterns are also referred to as variable probability patterns, and the even-numbered decorative patterns are also referred to as non-probable variable patterns (normal patterns). After reaching the reach mode with non-probability variable symbols, a promotion performance that ultimately becomes a "probability variable jackpot" may be executed.

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

If the display result of the special pattern game is a "lose", the mode of variable display of the decorative pattern does not become the reach mode, and the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern is the fixed decorative pattern of the non-reach combination (" ) may be stopped and displayed (the display result of the variable display of decorative symbols may be "non-reach loss"). In addition, if the display result is a "lose", after the variable display mode of the decorative design becomes the reach mode, a predetermined reach combination that is not a jackpot combination ("reach loss") is displayed as the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol. The fixed decorative pattern (also referred to as "decorative pattern") may be stopped and displayed (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern may be "reach loss").

The performances that can be performed by the pachinko gaming machine 1 also include displaying the above-mentioned variable display compatible display (pending display and active display). In addition, as other effects, for example, a preview effect that foretells the reliability of the jackpot is executed during the variable display of the decorative symbols. The preview performance includes a preview performance that foretells the reliability of a jackpot in a variable display that is currently being executed, and a preview performance that foretells the reliability of a jackpot in a variable display before execution (a variable display whose execution is pending). As the pre-read preview performance, a performance that changes the display mode of the variable display compatible display (suspended display or active display) to a different mode than usual may be performed.

In addition, in the image display device 5, by temporarily stopping the decorative pattern during the variable display of the decorative pattern and then restarting the variable display, one variable display can be made to appear pseudo as multiple variable displays. A pseudo-continuous performance may also be executed.

Even during the jackpot game state, a jackpot performance for notifying the jackpot game state is executed. As the jackpot performance, a performance that notifies the number of rounds or a promotion performance that indicates that the value of the jackpot game state is improved may be executed. Further, even during the small winning game state, a small winning performance for notifying the small winning gaming state is executed. In addition, the jackpot game during the small win game state and some jackpot types (jackpot type of the jackpot game state in the same manner as the small win game state, for example, the jackpot type that makes the subsequent gaming state a high probability state). By performing a common performance depending on the state, the player may not be able to tell whether the player is currently in a small win game state or a jackpot game state. In such a case, by executing a common performance after the end of the small win gaming state and after the end of the jackpot gaming state, it is possible to make it impossible to distinguish between a high probability state and a low probability state. It's okay.

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

(Substrate configuration)
The pachinko game machine 1 is equipped with a main board 11, an effect control board 12, an audio control board 13, a lamp control board 14, a relay board 15, etc. as shown in FIG. 2, for example. In addition, various other boards are arranged on the back of the pachinko game machine 1, such as a payout control board, an information terminal board, a firing control board, a power supply board, and the like.

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

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

The CPU 103 performs processing for controlling the progress of the game (processing for realizing the functions of the main board 11) by executing a program stored in the ROM 101. At this time, various data stored in the ROM 101 (variation patterns described later, production control commands described later, data such as various tables referred to when making various decisions described later) are used, and the RAM 102 is used as the main memory. . The RAM 102 serves as a backup RAM in which the stored contents are saved for a predetermined period even if the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped, in part or in whole. Note that all or part of the program stored in the ROM 101 may be loaded into the RAM 102 and executed on the RAM 102.

The random number circuit 104 updatesably counts numerical data indicating various random numbers (gaming random numbers) used when controlling the progress of the game. The gaming random number may be updated by the CPU 103 executing a predetermined computer program (updated by software).

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

The switch circuit 110 receives detection signals (when a game ball passes or A detection signal indicating that the switch has entered and the switch has been turned on) is taken in and transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100. The transmission of the detection signal means that the passage or entry of the game ball has been detected.

The solenoid circuit 111 sends a solenoid drive signal (for example, a signal to turn on the solenoid 81 and the solenoid 82) from the game control microcomputer 100 to the solenoid 81 for the normal electric accessory and the solenoid 82 for the big prize opening door. Transmit.

The main board 11 (game control microcomputer 100) is a production control board that sends production control commands (commands that specify (notify) the progress of the game, etc.) according to the progress of the game as part of the control of the progress of the game. Supply to 12. The production control command output from the main board 11 is relayed by the relay board 15 and supplied to the production control board 12. The performance control command includes, for example, various decision results on the main board 11 (for example, display results of the special figure game (including jackpot type), fluctuation patterns used when executing the special figure game (details will be described later), etc. )), game status (for example, start and end of variable display, opening status of big prize opening, occurrence of winnings, number of pending memories, game status), occurrence of errors, etc. are included.

The production control board 12 is a sub-side control board independent of the main board 11, and receives production control commands and performs production (various productions according to the progress of the game) based on the received production control commands. It has a function of executing various notifications (including various notifications such as driving the movable body 32, notification of errors, notification of power outage recovery, etc.).

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

The production control CPU 120 executes a program stored in the ROM 121 to perform processing together with the display control unit 123 to execute the production (processing for realizing the above-mentioned functions of the production control board 12; (including decisions, etc.). At this time, various data (data such as various tables) stored in the ROM 121 are used, and the RAM 122 is used as the main memory.

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

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

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

The audio control board 13 is equipped with various circuits that drive the speakers 8L and 8R, and drives the speakers 8L and 8R based on the sound designation signal, and outputs the sound specified by the sound designation signal from the speakers 8L and 8R. let

The lamp control board 14 is equipped with various circuits that drive the game effect lamps 9, drives the game effect lamps 9 based on the lamp signals, and turns on/off the game effect lamps 9 in a manner specified by the lamp signals. do. In this way, the display control unit 123 controls the audio output and the lighting/extinguishing of the lamp.

Note that the production control CPU 120 executes audio output, control of lamp lighting/extinguishing (supply of sound designation signals and lamp signals, etc.), and control of the movable body 32 (supply of signals for operating the movable body 32, etc.). You can do it like this.

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

The I/O 125 mounted on the production control board 12 is an input port for receiving production control commands transmitted from the main board 11, for example, and for transmitting various signals (video signal, sound designation signal, lamp signal). It consists of an output port and an output port.

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

(motion)
Next, the operation (function) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be explained.

(Main operations of main board 11)
First, the main operations of the main board 11 will be explained. When power supply to the pachinko game machine 1 is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 103 executes game control main processing. FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing the game control main processing executed by the CPU 103 on the main board 11.

In the game control main process shown in FIG. 3, the CPU 103 first sets interrupts to be prohibited (step S1). Next, necessary initial settings are performed (step S2). The initial settings include stack pointer settings, register settings for built-in devices (CTC (counter/timer circuit), parallel input/output ports, etc.), settings to make the RAM 102 accessible, and the like.

Next, it is determined whether the output signal from the clear switch is on (step S3). The clear switch is mounted on, for example, a power supply board. When the power is turned on with the clear switch on, an output signal (clear signal) is input to the game control microcomputer 100 via the input port. If the output signal from the clear switch is on (step S3; Yes), initialization processing (step S8) is executed. In the initialization process, the CPU 103 performs a RAM clear process to clear the flags, counters, and buffers stored in the RAM 102, and sets initial values in the work area.

Further, the CPU 103 transmits a production control command instructing initialization to the production control board 12 (step S9). When receiving the performance control command, the performance control CPU 120 displays a screen on the image display device 5, for example, to notify that the control of the gaming machine has been initialized.

If the output signal from the clear switch is not on (step S3; No), it is determined whether backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (backup RAM) (step S4). When the power supply to the pachinko game machine 1 is stopped due to an unexpected power outage or the like (power outage), the CPU 103 executes the power supply stop processing immediately before the pachinko game machine 1 becomes unable to operate due to the power supply stop. In this power supply stop processing, processing for turning on a backup flag indicating that data is to be backed up in the RAM 102, data protection processing for the RAM 102, and the like are executed. The data protection process includes adding error detection codes (checksum, parity bit, etc.) and backing up various data. The data to be backed up includes various data for proceeding with the game (including various flags, states of various timers, etc.), as well as backup flag states and error detection codes. In step S4, it is determined whether the backup flag is on. If the backup flag is off and no backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (step S4; No), initialization processing (step S8) is executed.

If the backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (step S4; Yes), the CPU 103 performs a data check on the backed up data (performed using an error detection code) and determines whether the data is normal (step S4). S5). In step S5, it is determined whether the data in the RAM 102 matches the data when the power supply was stopped, for example, using a parity bit or a checksum. If it is determined that these match, it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal.

If it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is not normal (step S5; No), the internal state cannot be returned to the state when the power supply was stopped, so initialization processing (step S8) is executed.

If it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal (step S5; Yes), the CPU 103 performs a recovery process (step S6) to return the internal state of the main board 11 to the state at the time the power supply was stopped. In the recovery process, the CPU 103 sets a work area based on the storage contents of the RAM 102 (the contents of the backed up data). As a result, the gaming state is restored to the state at the time of power supply stoppage, and if the special symbols are fluctuating, the fluctuation of the special symbols will be restarted from the state before restoration by executing the game control timer interrupt process described later. That will happen.

Then, the CPU 103 transmits a production control command to the production control board 12 to instruct recovery from the power outage (step S7). In line with this, a performance control command that specifies the backed-up gaming state before the power outage, or a performance control command that specifies the display result of the special game that is currently being executed if the special game is being executed. A command may also be sent. These commands can be the same as the commands that are set to be sent in the special design process described later. When the performance control CPU 120 receives a performance control command that specifies the time of recovery from a power outage, it notifies the image display device 5, for example, that recovery from a power outage has been completed or that recovery from a power outage is in progress. Display the screen to do so. The performance control CPU 120 may perform appropriate screen display based on the performance control command.

After completing the restoration process or initialization process and transmitting the production control command to the production control board 12, the CPU 103 executes a random number circuit setting process to initialize the random number circuit 104 (step S10). Then, the CTC register built in the gaming control microcomputer 100 is set so that a timer interrupt is periodically generated every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms) (step S11), and the interrupt is permitted (step S12). ). After that, loop processing begins. Thereafter, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 at predetermined intervals (for example, 2 ms), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute timer interrupt processing.

When the CPU 103 that has executed the game control main process receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC and accepts the interrupt request, it executes the game control timer interrupt process shown in the flowchart of FIG. When starting the game control timer interrupt process shown in FIG. It is determined whether detection signals are received from various switches such as the switch 22B and the count switch 23 (step S21). Next, by executing a predetermined main-side error process, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is diagnosed for abnormality, and a warning can be issued if necessary according to the diagnosis result (step S22). Thereafter, by executing a predetermined information output process, for example, jackpot information (information indicating the number of jackpot occurrences, etc.) and starting information (starting Data such as information indicating the number of winnings, etc.) and probability fluctuation information (information indicating the number of times the probability variable state has been reached, etc.) are output (step S23).

Following the information output process, a gaming random number updating process is executed to update at least a part of the gaming random numbers used on the main board 11 side by software (step S24). After this, the CPU 103 executes special symbol process processing (step S25). The CPU 103 executes special symbol process processing for each timer interrupt, thereby realizing management of execution and suspension of the special symbol game, control of jackpot gaming state, small winning gaming state, control of gaming state, etc. (For details, see (described later).

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

After executing the normal symbol process processing, processing when a power outage occurs, processing for paying out prize balls, etc. may be performed as part of the game control timer interrupt processing. After that, the CPU 103 executes command control processing (step S27). The CPU 103 may set transmission control commands in each of the above processes. In the command control process of step S27, a process is performed in which the effect control command set for transmission is transmitted to a sub-side control board such as the effect control board 12. After executing the command control process, interrupts are permitted, and then the game control timer interrupt process is ended.

FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S25 shown in FIG. 4 as the special symbol process process. In this special symbol process, the CPU 103 first executes a starting winning determination process (step S101).

In the starting winning determination process, a process is executed to detect the occurrence of a starting winning, store pending information in a predetermined area of the RAM 102, and update the pending storage number. When a starting prize occurs, a random number value for determining the display result (including the type of jackpot) and fluctuation pattern is extracted and stored as pending information. Furthermore, a process of pre-reading and determining display results and fluctuation patterns may be performed based on the extracted random number values. After storing the pending information and the number of pending memories, transmission settings are made to send the production control command to the production control board 12 to specify the determination results such as the occurrence of a starting prize, the number of pending memories, and the pre-read judgment. . The performance control command at the time of start winning that is set to be transmitted is transferred from the main board 11 to the performance control board 12 by, for example, executing the command control process in step S27 shown in FIG. 4 after the special symbol process process is completed. transmitted to.

After executing the starting winning determination process in S101, the CPU 103 selects and executes any of the processes in steps S110 to S120 according to the value of the special symbol process flag provided in the RAM 102. In addition, in each process (steps S110 to S120) of the special symbol process process, transmission settings are made to transmit the performance control command corresponding to each process to the performance control board 12.

The special symbol normal process in step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is "0" (initial value). In this special symbol normal processing, it is determined whether or not to start the first special symbol game or the second special symbol game based on the presence or absence of reservation information. In addition, in the special symbol normal processing, based on the random value for determining the display result, it is determined whether the display result of the special symbol or decorative symbol is a "big hit" or "small win" and the type of jackpot when it is determined to be a "jackpot". is determined (pre-determined) before the display result is derived and displayed. Furthermore, in the special symbol normal processing, a confirmed special symbol (any of a jackpot symbol, a small prize symbol, or a losing symbol) to be stopped and displayed in the special symbol game is set in accordance with the determined display result. After that, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "1", and the special symbol normal processing ends. Note that the special pattern game using the second special pattern may be executed with priority over the special pattern game using the first special pattern (also referred to as special pattern 2 priority consumption). Further, the winning order of the game balls in the first starting winning hole and the second starting winning hole may be stored, and the starting conditions for the special figure game may be established in the winning order (also referred to as winning order completion).

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

The variation pattern setting process in step S111 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "1". In this fluctuation pattern setting process, based on the pre-determined result of whether the display result will be a "big hit" or "small hit", a random value for determining the fluctuation pattern is used to select one of multiple types of fluctuation patterns. It includes the process of determining the In the variation pattern setting process, when the variation pattern is determined, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "2", and the variation pattern setting process ends.

The variation pattern includes the execution time of the special figure game (special figure variation time) (also the execution time of the variable display of decorative symbols), the variable display mode of the ornamental symbols (the presence or absence of reach, etc.), and the variable display period of the decorative symbols. It specifies the content of the performance (type of reach performance, etc.), and is also called a variable display pattern.

The special symbol variation process in step S112 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is "2". This special symbol variation process includes a process of making settings for varying the special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and second special symbol display device 4B, and the elapsed time since the special symbol started to fluctuate. It includes processes such as measuring. It is also determined whether the measured elapsed time has reached the special figure fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern. Then, when the elapsed time after starting the variation of the special symbol reaches the special symbol variation time, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "3" and the special symbol variation process ends.

The special symbol stop process in step S113 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is "3". In this special symbol stopping process, the fluctuation of the special symbol is stopped in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and the finalized special symbol that becomes the display result of the special symbol is stopped and displayed (derived). Contains processing to configure settings for Then, when the display result is a "jackpot", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "4". On the other hand, when the jackpot flag is off and the display result is a "small hit", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "8". Moreover, when the display result is "lost", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0". When the display result is a "small hit" or "loss", the game state is also updated when the time-saving state or the variable probability state is controlled and when the end of the number cut is established. When the value of the special symbol process flag is updated, the special symbol stop processing ends.

The jackpot opening preprocessing in step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "4". This jackpot opening pre-processing includes processing to start a round in the jackpot game state and set the jackpot opening state based on the display result being a "jackpot", etc. It is. When the big winning opening is opened, a process is executed to supply a solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the big winning opening door. At this time, for example, depending on the jackpot type, the opening upper limit period for keeping the jackpot open and the upper limit number of rounds to be executed are set. When these settings are completed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "5", and the jackpot release preprocessing is completed.

The jackpot opening process in step S115 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "5". This jackpot opening process includes a process of measuring the elapsed time since the jackpot opening is opened, and a process of measuring the elapsed time from when the jackpot opening is opened, and based on the measured elapsed time and the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23, the jackpot opening This includes processing for determining whether it is time to return the switch from an open state to a closed state. Then, when returning the big prize opening to the closed state, after executing a process such as stopping the supply of the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the big winning opening door, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "6", The jackpot opening process ends.

The jackpot opening process in step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "6". This jackpot opening process includes a process to determine whether the number of rounds to open the jackpot has reached the set upper limit number of runs, and a process to enter the jackpot game state when the upper limit number of runs has been reached. This includes processing to make settings for terminating the process. When the number of executions of the round has not reached the upper limit number of executions, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "5", while when the number of executions of the round has reached the upper limit number of executions, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "5". The value is updated to "7". When the value of the special figure process flag is updated, the jackpot release post-processing ends.

The jackpot end process in step S117 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "7". This jackpot ending process includes a process of waiting until the waiting time corresponding to the period in which the ending performance is executed as a performance operation to notify the end of the jackpot gaming state, and a process of waiting until the waiting time corresponding to the end of the jackpot gaming state has changed. It includes processing to perform various settings for starting control and time-saving control. When such settings are made, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0", and the jackpot ending process ends.

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

The small winning opening process in step S119 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "9". This small win opening process includes a process that measures the elapsed time since the big winning opening was opened, and a timing that returns the big winning opening from the open state to the closed state based on the measured elapsed time. This includes processing to determine whether or not the When the big winning opening is returned to the closed state and the timing for ending the small winning game state is reached, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "10" and the small winning opening process ends.

The small hit end process of step S120 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "10". This small win ending process includes a process of waiting until a waiting time corresponding to a period in which a performance operation to notify the end of the small win game state has elapsed. Here, when the small winning gaming state ends, the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 before entering the small winning gaming state is continued. When the waiting time at the end of the small winning game state has elapsed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0", and the small winning ending process ends.

(Main operations of the production control board 12)
Next, the main operations in the production control board 12 will be explained. When the effect control board 12 receives power supply voltage from a power source board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated and executes effect control main processing as shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the production control main process shown in FIG. Performs register settings for the installed CTC (counter/timer circuit). In addition, initial operation control processing is executed (step S72). In the initial operation control process, control is executed to perform the initial operation of the movable body 32, such as driving the movable body 32 to return it to the initial position and checking a predetermined operation.

Thereafter, it is determined whether the timer interrupt flag is on (step S73). The timer interrupt flag is set to an on state every time a predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds) elapses, based on, for example, a register setting of the CTC. At this time, if the timer interrupt flag is off (step S73; No), the process of step S73 is repeatedly executed and the process waits.

Furthermore, on the side of the production control board 12, an interrupt for receiving a production control command from the main board 11 is generated in addition to a timer interrupt that occurs every time a predetermined time elapses. This interrupt is, for example, an interrupt that occurs when the effect control INT signal from the main board 11 is turned on. When an interrupt occurs due to the production control INT signal being turned on, the production control CPU 120 automatically disables interrupts, but if a CPU that does not automatically disable interrupts is used, interrupts are disabled. It is desirable to issue a prohibition order (DI order). The production control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to an interrupt caused by the production control INT signal being turned on. In this command reception interrupt process, an effect control command is taken in from a predetermined input port included in the I/O 125 that receives a control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15. The production control command taken in at this time is stored in a production control command reception buffer provided in the RAM 122, for example. After that, the production control CPU 120 sets the interrupt permission, and then ends the command reception interrupt process.

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

After executing the command analysis process in step S75, the production control process process is executed (step S76). In the performance control process processing, for example, the display operation of the performance image in the display area of the image display device 5, the audio output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, the lighting operation of the decorative light emitters such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED, and the movable body 32 Control is performed to operate various presentation devices, such as driving operations. Further, regarding the content of control of performance operations using various performance devices, judgments, decisions, settings, etc. are performed in accordance with performance control commands transmitted from the main board 11.

Following the performance control process processing in step S76, a performance random number update process is executed (step S77), and at least a portion of the performance random numbers used on the performance control board 12 are updated by software. Thereafter, the process returns to step S73. Other processes may be executed before returning to the process of step S73.

FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S76 of FIG. 6 as the production control process process. In the performance control process shown in FIG. 7, the performance control CPU 120 first executes a pre-read notice setting process (step S161). In the pre-read preview setting process, for example, based on the performance control command at the time of start-up winning that is transmitted from the main board 11, determination, determination, setting, etc. for executing the pre-read preview performance are performed. Further, processing for displaying a pending display is executed based on the number of pending memories specified from the production control command.

After executing the process of step S161, the production control CPU 120 selects and executes one of the following processes of steps S170 to S177, depending on the value of the production process flag provided in the RAM 122, for example.

The variable display start waiting process in step S170 is a process that is executed when the value of the production process flag is "0" (initial value). This variable display start waiting process is a process of determining whether or not to start variable display of decorative patterns on the image display device 5 based on whether or not a command specifying the start of variable display has been received from the main board 11. Contains such as. When it is determined to start variable display of decorative symbols on the image display device 5, the value of the production process flag is updated to "1", and the variable display start waiting process is ended.

The variable display start setting process in step S171 is a process that is executed when the value of the production process flag is "1". In this variable display start setting process, based on the display result and fluctuation pattern specified by the production control command, the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern (determined decorative pattern), the mode of variable display of the decorative pattern, the reach effect, etc. It determines whether or not various performances such as preview performances are to be executed, their mode, execution start timing, and the like. Then, a performance control pattern (a collection of control data for instructing the display control unit 123 to execute the performance) that reflects the determination result etc. is set. Thereafter, based on the set performance control pattern, the display control unit 123 is instructed to start executing the variable display of decorative symbols, the value of the performance process flag is updated to "2", and the variable display start setting process is ended. The display control unit 123 causes the image display device 5 to start variable display of decorative symbols in response to an instruction to start variable display of decorative symbols.

The variable display effect processing in step S172 is a process that is executed when the value of the effect process flag is "2". In this variable display performance process, the performance control CPU 120 instructs the display control unit 123 to display a performance image based on the performance control pattern set in step S171 on the display screen of the image display device 5. , driving the movable body 32 , outputting audio and sound effects from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting a command (sound effect signal) to the audio control board 13 , and outputting a command (illumination signal) to the lamp control board 14 . Various performance controls are executed during variable display of decorative patterns, such as turning on/off/flashing the game effect lamp 9 and decorative LEDs by outputting the output. After performing such performance control, for example, a termination code indicating the end of the variable display of decorative patterns has been read from the performance control pattern, or a command has been received from the main board 11 specifying that fixed decorative patterns should be stopped and displayed. In response to what has been done, etc., the determined decorative pattern that becomes the display result of the decorative pattern is stopped and displayed. When the fixed decorative pattern is stopped and displayed, the value of the production process flag is updated to "3", and the variable display production process is completed.

The special figure hit waiting process in step S173 is a process that is executed when the value of the production process flag is "3". In this special figure winning waiting process, the performance control CPU 120 determines whether or not a performance control command has been received from the main board 11 that designates starting a jackpot game state or a small win game state. Then, when receiving a production control command that specifies the start of the jackpot game state or the small win game state, if the command specifies the start of the jackpot game state, the value of the production process flag is set to "6". ”. On the other hand, if the command specifies the start of a small win game state, the value of the performance process flag is updated to "4", which is a value corresponding to the small win performance process. In addition, if the waiting time for receiving the command elapses without receiving a command specifying the start of the jackpot game state or the small win game state, it is determined that the display result in the special drawing game is a "lose". Then, the value of the production process flag is updated to the initial value "0". When the value of the production process flag is updated, the waiting process for each special figure ends.

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

The small hit end production process in step S175 is a process that is executed when the value of the production control process flag is "5". In this small hit end performance process, the performance control CPU 120 sets a performance control pattern corresponding to the end of the small win game state, for example, and performs various performance controls at the end of the small win game state based on the setting contents. Execute. Thereafter, the value of the performance process flag is updated to the initial value "0", and the small hit end performance process is ended.

The jackpot performance process in step S176 is a process that is executed when the value of the performance process flag is "6". In this jackpot performance process, the performance control CPU 120 sets, for example, a performance control pattern corresponding to the performance content in the jackpot game state, and executes various performance controls in the jackpot game state based on the set content. In addition, in the jackpot production process, for example, in response to receiving a command from the main board 11 to specify ending the jackpot game state, the value of the production control process flag is changed to a value corresponding to the ending production process. 7” and ends the jackpot performance process.

The ending effect processing in step S177 is a process that is executed when the value of the effect process flag is "7". In this ending performance processing, the performance control CPU 120 sets a performance control pattern corresponding to the end of the jackpot game state, for example, and performs various performance controls of the ending performance at the end of the jackpot game state based on the setting contents. Execute. Thereafter, the value of the production process flag is updated to the initial value "0", and the ending production process is ended.

(Variation example of basic explanation)
This invention is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine 1 explained in the basic explanation above, and various modifications and applications are possible without departing from the spirit of the invention.

The pachinko gaming machine 1 described above is a payout type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of game media as prizes based on the occurrence of a winning, but the game media is enclosed and points are awarded based on the occurrence of a winning. It may also be an enclosed game machine.

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

In the above basic explanation, the pachinko gaming machine 1 was shown as a gaming machine, but medals are inserted and a predetermined number of bets are set, and multiple types of symbols are rotated according to the operation of the operating lever by the player. A slot machine that can execute a game in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out to the player when the combination of stopped symbols becomes a specific combination of symbols when the symbols are stopped in response to the operation of the stop button (for example, a big bonus , regular bonus, RT, AT, ART, and CZ (hereinafter referred to as bonus, etc.).

The program and data for realizing the present invention are not limited to a form in which they are distributed and provided to a computer device included in the pachinko game machine 1 on a removable recording medium, but are provided in advance in a form such as a computer device, etc. The software may be distributed by being installed on the storage device of the user. Furthermore, by providing a communication processing section, the program and data for realizing the present invention can be distributed by being downloaded from other devices on a network connected via a communication line or the like. I don't mind.

The game can be executed not only by attaching a removable recording medium, but also by temporarily storing the program and data downloaded via a communication line in internal memory, etc. It may also be executed directly using hardware resources of other devices on a network connected via a communication line or the like. Furthermore, the game may be executed by exchanging data with other computer devices via a network.

In addition, in this specification, expressions that compare various proportions such as the execution rate of production (expressions such as "higher", "lower", "different", etc.) do not mean that one is a proportion of "0%". May include. For example, one of the ratios may be "0%" and the other ratio may be "100%" or a ratio less than "100%."

(Explanation regarding characteristic part 001IW)
Next, the characteristic part 001IW of this embodiment will be explained.

(Jackpot judgment table)
FIG. 8-1 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a jackpot determination table and a fluctuation pattern table. Of these, FIG. 8-1(A) is an example of a jackpot determination table used in this feature section 001IW. As shown in Figure 8-1 (A), in this example, based on the random numbers for hit determination, it is determined that there will be a jackpot with a probability of about 1/300 in the low probability state, and about 1/300 in the high probability state. It is determined that the probability of winning is 1/30.

Note that the structure is not limited to the one shown in FIG. 8-1(A), but may vary depending on whether the first special symbol is displayed in a variable manner or the second special symbol is displayed in a variable manner. , the jackpot probability may be different.

For example, the pachinko game machine 1 may be configured to be settable to any one of a plurality of setting values that have different degrees of advantage to the player, and execute setting confirmation processing and setting change processing when the power is turned on to the pachinko gaming machine 1. If it is possible to check or change the setting value, the jackpot probability may be different depending on which setting value is set.

Further, a plurality of jackpot types may be provided, each having a different advantage. Specifically, the number of rounds in the jackpot game and the gaming state after the jackpot game may be different depending on the jackpot type. In this case, when it is determined to be a jackpot based on the random number for determining a hit, the type of jackpot is determined based on the random number for determining the type.

(Fluctuation pattern table)
FIGS. 8-1(B) and (C) are explanatory diagrams showing specific examples of variation pattern tables in the characteristic portion 001IW. Of these, FIG. 8-1(B) shows a specific example of a variation pattern table for failure. Further, FIG. 8-1(C) shows a specific example of a fluctuation pattern table for jackpot. Note that the fluctuation pattern tables shown in FIGS. 8-1(B) and 8-1(C) are both used in a low probability state. In a high probability state or a high base state, a variation pattern table (not shown) having a different ratio of determination values may be used.

In this example, as shown in Figure 8-1 (B), when the result is a miss, the variation pattern PA1-1 (normal variation), the variation pattern PA1-2 (shortened variation), and the variation pattern PA2-1 (normal reach variation) are used. ), Variable pattern PA2-2 (First stage reach), Variable pattern PA2-3 (First stage reach + Super reach A), Variable pattern PA2-4 (First stage reach + Super reach B), Variable pattern PA2-5 (Stock performance + Super The variable pattern is determined to be one of reach A) and variable pattern PA2-6 (stock performance + super reach B).

In addition, in this example, as shown in Figure 8-1 (C), in the case of a jackpot, the variable pattern PB2-2 (previous reach), the variable pattern PB2-3 (previous reach + super reach A), the variable pattern PB2-4 (first stage reach + super reach B), variable pattern PB2-5 (stock effect + super reach A), variable pattern PB2-6 (stock effect + super reach B), and variable pattern PB2-7 (super reach C) One of the following fluctuation patterns is determined.

In this example, during a super reach after a reach is established, a chance-up effect that changes the appearance of other effects (that is, increases the expectation level of jackpot suggested by other effects) can be executed. Additionally, as a performance that suggests that a chance-up performance will be executed before the chance-up performance is executed, it is possible to perform a stock performance that stocks items (keys in this example) that correspond to the suggested chance-up performance. It is composed of With such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest during the super reach, and it is also possible to increase expectations for the stock effect and the chance-up effect. Hereinafter, executing a chance-up effect using a stocked item (key) will also be referred to as releasing a stocked item (key).

In addition, in this example, as a chance-up production, there are two cases where an item (key) stocked in a stock production is used to change the production mode of another production, and a case where an item (key) is used without the corresponding stock production being executed in advance. There are cases where the presentation mode of other presentations is changed without using . Hereinafter, when distinguishing between the two, the former will be referred to as a key chance-up effect, and the latter will also be referred to as a non-key chance-up effect.

In this example, as shown in FIGS. 8-1(B) and (C), it is configured such that the expectation of a jackpot is higher in super reach B than in super reach A. In addition, the super reach in which the stock performance (and the key chance up performance) is performed is configured so that the expectation of a jackpot is higher than the super reach in which the stock performance (and the key chance up performance) is not performed. With such a configuration, it is possible to create expectations regarding which super reach will be executed and whether or not the stock effect (and key chance up effect) will be executed.

In addition, in this example, it is possible to execute multiple types of super reach with different production modes and different jackpot expectations, but the jackpot expectation when the stock production is executed depends on which of the multiple types of super reach is executed. This is also common when Specifically, as shown in Figure 8-1 (C), the common difference between the case where the stock effect is executed during super reach A and the case where the stock effect is executed during super reach B. It is the expectation of jackpot. With such a configuration, it is possible to easily recognize the jackpot expectation level, and it is also possible to prevent the control and configuration of the performance from becoming too complicated. Note that the configuration is not limited to this example, and the jackpot expectation level when the stock performance is executed may be different for each type of super reach.

In addition, in this example, as shown in Figure 8-1 (C), the expectation that Super Reach C will be a jackpot is higher than Super Reach A or B, and in the case of a jackpot, Super Reach C will be more likely than Super Reach C. There is a high rate of reach A or B being executed. With such a configuration, it is possible to suitably execute a super reach, and it is possible to draw attention to which super reach is to be executed. Furthermore, it is possible to increase the interest when the highly anticipated and rare Super Reach C is executed. Further, details will be described later, but in this example, the decorative patterns include normal decorative patterns "1" to "6" and "8" to "9" whose normal color is white, and "7" whose normal color is gold. A special decorative pattern is provided, and when a ready-to-reach state occurs with the normal decorative pattern, super reach A or B is executed, and when a ready-to-reach state occurs with the special decorative pattern, super reach C is executed. With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to which decorative pattern will result in a ready-to-reach state.

Further, details will be described later, but in this example, chance-up effects (and stock effects) can be executed when super reach is A or B, but chance-up effects (and stock effects) are not executed when super reach is C. It is configured as follows. In addition to such a configuration, in this example, as shown in Figure 8-1 (C), when super reach C is executed, super reach A or B is executed and the chance up effect (and The system is configured so that the expectation level of a jackpot is higher than when the stock effect is executed. With such a configuration, it is possible to increase the interest when super reach C is executed.

In this example, when Super Reach C is executed, the jackpot is confirmed, but the structure is not limited to this, and although the expected jackpot is higher than Super Reach A or B, there may be cases where the jackpot is missed. Good too. In addition, it may be configured such that super reach C is executed when a reach state occurs with a normal decorative symbol, or super reach A or B is executed when a reach state occurs with a special decorative symbol. You can do it like this. However, in order to make the subsequent development potential different depending on the type of decorative symbol, when reaching a reach state with a special decorative symbol, the rate at which Super Reach C is executed is higher than when reaching a reach state with a normal decorative symbol. High is desirable.

In addition, in the example shown in Figure 8-1, Super Reach A and Super Reach B have the same variation time (that is, production time), but this is not limited to such a configuration. The times (that is, the performance times) may be different. Note that even if the variable time (that is, the performance time) is different, the chance-up performance that can be executed and the number of keys that can be stocked may be the same. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the occurrence of the chance-up performance from becoming complicated, and it becomes possible for the player to easily recognize the points that the player should pay attention to regardless of the performance time.

In addition, not limited to the example shown in Figure 8-1, for example, a variable pattern in which a pseudo continuous effect is executed once or multiple times and then a reach effect is performed, and the jackpot expectation level is increased according to the number of pseudo continuous effects. The rate of development into a highly anticipated super reach may be set to be different.

(Execution timing of each production during reach)
Next, the execution timing of each performance during reach will be explained. FIG. 8-2 is a timing chart showing the execution timing of each effect during reach.

FIG. 8-2(A) shows an example in which the variation pattern PA2-1 (first stage reach) is off. In this case, as shown in Figure 8-2 (A), when the left and right decorative symbols other than the "7" symbol (i.e., normal decorative symbols) become ready-to-reach, the normal reach effect in which the middle decorative symbols scroll at a low speed continues. After execution, the middle decoration pattern begins to scroll at high speed, the effect develops, and the first stage reach effect starts. In the first stage reach effect, for example, the background screen and BGM are switched from normal variation to reach use, or an effect display in which a character or the like appears is performed. After that, the losing symbols are stopped and displayed without starting the outpost performance that is the outpost of the battle performance.

FIG. 8-2 (B) shows an example of a case where the variation pattern PB2-3 (first stage reach + super reach A) is a jackpot or the variation pattern PB2-4 (first stage reach + super reach B) is a jackpot. . In this case, as shown in Figure 8-2 (B), after the left and right decorative symbols other than the "7" symbol (that is, normal decorative symbols) enter the reach state, the first stage reach effect is executed after the normal reach effect. Ru. Then, an outpost performance as a prelude to a battle performance, a battle performance in which an ally character and an enemy character battle, and a winning celebration performance to celebrate a jackpot are sequentially executed.

FIG. 8-2 (C) shows an example of a case where the variable pattern PB2-5 (stock effect + super reach A) is a jackpot or the variable pattern PB2-6 (stock effect + super reach B) is a jackpot. . In this case, as shown in Figure 8-2 (C), after the left and right decorative symbols other than the "7" symbol (that is, normal decorative symbols) enter the reach state, the stock performance is executed through the normal reach performance. . Then, an outpost performance, a battle performance, and a winning celebration performance are performed in sequence.

As shown in FIGS. 8-2 (B) and (C), the fluctuation patterns PB2-3 and PB2-4 (and the fluctuation patterns PA2-3 and PA2-4 that cause the display result to be off) and the fluctuation pattern PB2-5 , PB2-6 (and the fluctuation patterns PA2-5, PA2-6 whose display results are off), in the fluctuation patterns PB2-5, PB2-6 (and the fluctuation patterns PA2-5, PA2-6), A stock performance is executed in place of the first-stage reach performance.

FIG. 8-2 (D) shows an example of a case where the variation pattern PB2-7 (super reach C) is a jackpot. In this case, as shown in Figure 8-2 (D), after the left and right decorative symbols of the "7" symbol (that is, the special decorative symbol) reach the reach state, a full rotation performance that confirms the jackpot, and a blessing at the time of winning. The performances are executed sequentially.

In this example, the title display (a production that displays a title display), a subtitle display (a speech production that displays a subtitle display corresponding to the dialogue), and a decorative pattern (a decorative pattern production that displays a decorative pattern) in Super Reach, The cut-in display (a production that displays a cut-in display) and the battle situation display (a production that shows the battle situation) each have different jackpot expectations depending on the production mode, and when the corresponding chance-up production is executed. It is configured so that the performance mode changes (that is, the implied jackpot expectation level increases).

Further, in this example, the fluctuation time (that is, the total performance execution time) is determined by the fluctuation pattern determined on the main board 11 side, and whether or not to execute the stock performance associated with the fluctuation pattern is also determined. Then, on the performance control board 12 side, the content, execution timing, and performance execution time of the stock performance and chance-up performance are determined based on the variation pattern. It should be noted that the structure is not limited to the configuration of this example. Variation patterns are provided in which the content, execution timing, and production execution time of stock effects and chance-up effects are predetermined, and one of the variation patterns is determined on the main board 11 side. You can also do this.

As shown in Figure 8-2 (B) and (C), in this example, the first to fifth timings (Figure 8-2 (B), (C) ) are provided (timings (1) to (5)). Further, in this example, a plurality of types of chance-up effects are provided, and when each chance-up effect is determined to be executed, it is executed at any of the corresponding first to fifth timings. Specifically, at the first timing, a chance-up effect (title) that targets the title display (the effect that displays the title display) is executed, and at the second timing, the subtitle display (the line that displays the subtitle display that corresponds to the dialogue) is executed. At the third timing, a chance-up effect (subtitles) targeting the decorative pattern (a decorative pattern effect that displays a decorative pattern) is executed, and at the fourth timing Execute a chance-up effect (cut-in) that targets a cut-in display (a performance that displays a cut-in display), and execute a chance-up performance (cut-in) that targets a battle situation display that shows the battle situation in the battle performance at the fifth timing. Resurrection).

In addition, in the variation patterns (PB2-3, PB2-4) shown in Figure 8-2 (B), since no stock effects are executed, the chance-up effects that are executed are all non-key chances that do not use items (keys). It will be a close-up performance. On the other hand, in the variation pattern (PB2-5, PB2-6) shown in Figure 8-2 (C), when using a stocked item (key) in the stock performance (that is, when it is suggested in advance by the stock performance), This will be a key chance up performance, and if the item (key) is not used (that is, if it is not suggested in advance by the stock performance), a non-key chance up performance will be used.

In this example, the first to fifth timings corresponding to each chance-up effect are determined for each variation pattern (or for each type of super reach), and the timings differ depending on the characteristics of the super reach, for example. With such a configuration, it is possible to flexibly execute a chance-up effect according to the characteristics of the super reach. However, in any variation pattern (or type of super reach), the order in which each chance-up effect is executed is the same. For example, in both Super Reach A and B, the following are executed in the following order: chance-up effect (title), chance-up effect (subtitles), chance-up effect (design), chance-up effect (cut-in), and chance-up effect (revival). . With such a configuration, it is possible to execute the chance-up effect at a timing that corresponds to the characteristics of the super reach, and it is possible to create expectations by making it easier to recognize the chance-up effect to be executed next.

In this example, the first to fifth timings are determined for each variation pattern (or each type of super reach), but they are not limited to this configuration. ) or a common timing.

Furthermore, the execution order of the effects targeted for the chance-up effect is not limited to the example shown in FIG. 8-2, and may be in another order. However, it is desirable that the chance-up performance is more likely to improve the jackpot expectation (for example, change to a performance mode with a higher jackpot expectation) as the order of the chance-up performance becomes later. With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to the timing at which the chance-up effect will be executed, and it is also possible to draw players' attention to the timing of the change (for example, their expectations have increased as the super reach progresses). You can prevent them from discouraging you.

As shown in Figure 8-2 (C), in this example, at timing a during the stock performance (timing (a) shown in Figure 8-2 (C)), the type of super reach performed after the stock performance At timing b (timing (b) shown in Figure 8-2 (C)), an item (super reach key) that suggests a chance up effect that will be executed during super reach is stocked. key).

Hereinafter, the part of the stock performance that stocks items (super reach keys) that indicate the type of super reach that will be executed later will be referred to as the stock performance for reach. The part where you stock the key) is also called the chance-up stocking effect. In this example, two timings are provided as opportunities to stock items (keys) in the stock performance, but the configuration is not limited to this, and there may be at most one, or there may be three or more. It's okay.

The item (super reach key) stocked at timing a during the stock performance (timing (a) shown in FIG. 8-2(C)) is used when ending the stock performance. Then, a kind of super reach outpost performance corresponding to the item (super reach key) is started.

The item (chance-up key) stocked at timing b during the stock effect (timing (b) shown in FIG. 8-2(C)) is used at a timing corresponding to the suggested chance-up effect. For example, when a chance-up key (title) suggesting a chance-up performance (title) and a chance-up key (subtitle) suggesting a chance-up performance (subtitle) are stocked in the stock performance, the first timing (Fig. 8 At the timing (1) shown in Figure 8-2 (C)), the chance up key (title) is used to execute the key chance up effect (title), and at the second timing (timing (1) shown in Figure 8-2 (C)), the key chance up effect (title) is executed. ), the chance up key (subtitle) is used to execute the key chance up effect (subtitle).

In this example, as shown in Figure 8-2 (C), the stock performance is executed during the period from when the reach state is reached to before the outpost performance of the super reach performance starts, and the chance suggested by the stock performance is The close-up effect is always performed during outpost effects or battle effects. Then, whether or not to execute the stock performance is determined on the main board 11 side. Specifically, execution of the stock effect is determined by determining a variation pattern including the stock effect and the super reach. With such a configuration, it is possible to realize a stock performance that requires a certain amount of execution time, and also to execute the stock performance by, for example, determining whether or not to execute the stock performance based on the fluctuation pattern on the main board 11 side. The period can be secured reliably.

In this example, the decorative patterns are "1" to "6" and "8" to "9" (hereinafter also referred to as normal decorative patterns) whose normal color is white, and "7" whose normal color is gold. A decorative pattern (hereinafter also referred to as a special decorative pattern) is provided. As shown in Figures 8-2 (A) to (D), when performing the super reach effect after the special decorative symbol becomes a reach state, the super reach effect occurs after the normal decorative symbol becomes a reach state. The proportion of cases in which Super Reach C is executed is higher than that in cases in which Super Reach C is executed. Specifically, in the variation pattern of Super Reach A or B, Super Reach A or B is executed after reaching the reach state with a normal decorative symbol, and in the variation pattern of Super Reach C, the player enters the reach state with the special decorative symbol. After that, Super Reach C is executed. In this way, in this example, if the special decorative symbol "7" becomes a reach state, it is determined that Super Reach C will be executed, so the player will become a reach state with the special decorative symbol "7". I have a sense of expectation. Therefore, when the left symbol stops at the special decorative symbol "7" during the variable display, an effect that stimulates whether or not the right symbol will stop at the special decorative symbol "7" (for example, the speed is much faster than the normal speed) Effects such as scrolling the right symbol "7" in a dropped state before the stop position and displaying an effect image etc. superimposed on the right symbol "7" (not shown in the example of Figures 8-10). You may go. By doing this, it is possible to make the player aware of whether or not it will develop into super reach C before the reach is established, and it is possible to increase interest.

In addition, in this example, as shown in Figures 8-2 (B) to (D), when the fluctuation pattern is super reach A and B, the chance-up effect can be executed, but when it is super reach C, The structure is such that the chance-up effect is not executed.

That is, in this example, among the decorative patterns, the normal decorative pattern is a target of chance-up effect (design), but the special decorative pattern is not a target of chance-up effect (design). With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to which decorative pattern will result in a ready-to-reach state. In addition, when reaching a reach state with special decorative symbols that are not eligible for chance-up effects (symbols), a reach effect with higher expectations for a jackpot will be executed than when reaching a reach state with normal decorative symbols, discouraging the player. When reaching a reach state with a normal decorative pattern, a reach effect with a higher jackpot expectation than when reaching a reach state with a special decorative pattern will not be performed, but the target of the chance-up effect (design) Therefore, it is possible to give players expectations.

Note that the configuration is not limited to this example, and for example, in a stock performance, a plurality of items (chance up keys) corresponding to a chance up performance targeted at one performance are stocked, and a chance up performance targeted at the one performance is performed. may be executed multiple times.

In addition, in this example, in super reach, outpost effects and battle effects are always executed, but this configuration is not limited. For example, when stock effects are executed, outpost effects are omitted and battle effects are executed. The effect may be executed, and the chance-up effect may be performed during the battle effect. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the total performance execution time of a highly anticipated reach from becoming too long.

In addition, when creating an exception pattern in which the outpost performance of Super Reach is omitted, in the basic pattern that is not omitted as a premise, the super reach is It is desirable that other effect images be displayed in a manner that completely covers the effect image related to the effect image, or that the effect contents are clearly separated. For example, at the boundary between the first half and the second half, an image such as an effect image or a character character display may be displayed in a manner that completely covers the effect image related to the super reach. For example, the contents of the production may be divided so that the first half is an outpost production, and the second half is a battle production, or the first half is a battle scene, and the second half is a character performing a special move. The content of the performance may be divided by displaying a final scene such as a playout. By doing this, even when the first half of the super reach (outpost performance) part is omitted, it is possible to make the flow of the performance consistent.

In addition, in the example shown in Figure 8-2, the timing for stocking and the timing for performing chance-up effects are uniform for convenience, but they do not have to be uniform and can be set at any timing within the period. That's fine.

In addition, regarding the chance-up effect (resurrection), after the normal Super Reach A or B effect ends with a defeated state in battle, a mode will be implemented in which the effect is revived from the defeated state, battles again, and wins. That is, after the normal super reach A or B performance, a chance-up performance (revival) performance may be performed. In this case, in order to ensure the execution period of the chance-up effect (resurrection), the variation pattern of the super reach including the chance-up effect (resurrection) (i.e. the period during which the chance-up effect (resurrection) is executed at the variable time) ) may be provided in advance, and by selecting the variation pattern on the main board 11 side, the decision to execute the chance-up effect (revival) may be made. In this case, for example, if the main board 11 side determines a super reach variation pattern that includes a stock performance and a chance-up performance (revival), the chance-up performance (revival) and the chance-up performance (revival) are determined. It may be determined to execute the corresponding chance-up stock performance.

(Execution time of each production during super reach)
Next, the execution time of each performance during super reach will be explained. FIG. 8-3 is an explanatory diagram showing the execution time of each effect during super reach.

Among the examples shown in Fig. 8-3, Fig. 8-3 (A) shows a title display (production of displaying a title display) at the first timing of super reach (timing (1) shown in Fig. 8-3). A chance-up effect targeting subtitle display is executed at the second timing (timing (2) shown in FIG. 8-3), An example is shown in which a chance-up effect targeting a decorative pattern (a decorative pattern effect displaying a decorative pattern) is executed at the third timing (timing (3) shown in FIG. 8-3).

In addition, in Figure 8-3 (B), a chance-up performance targeting the title display (a performance that displays the title display) is executed at the first timing of the super reach, and a decorative pattern (a decorative pattern is displayed at the third timing). An example is shown in which a chance-up effect is executed for a decorative pattern effect to be displayed.

Furthermore, in the example shown in FIG. 8-3, a movable body performance in which the movable body 32 operates is executed before the end of the fluctuation (for example, when notifying that the jackpot will be controlled).

In this example, there are two cases in which a dialogue performance without a chance-up performance (subtitles) shown in Figure 8-3 (A) is executed, and a dialogue performance with a chance-up performance (subtitles) shown in Figure 8-3 (B). As shown in the following table, when the performance that is the target of the chance-up performance changes the performance mode due to the chance-up performance, the execution time is longer than when the performance mode does not change due to the chance-up performance. It is configured to be. Specifically, the performance execution time T11 of the dialogue performance shown in FIG. 8-3(A) is longer than the performance execution time T12 of the dialogue performance shown in FIG. 8-3(B). With such a configuration, when the chance-up performance is executed, a period for executing the chance-up performance and the target performance (for example, a period for notifying the change and the performance mode after the change) is secured. be able to.

In addition, if the performance execution time of the performance is configured to change depending on the presence or absence of the chance-up performance, the amount of data related to performance control will increase and the processing will become complicated because the execution timing of other performances will be affected. There is a risk. Further, since the variation time (that is, the total performance execution time) is fixedly determined in advance for each variation pattern, there is a possibility that the performance will not be completed within the time or that the time will be left over. Therefore, in this example, by varying the execution period of the movable body performance depending on whether or not there is a chance-up performance, the influence on other performances is suppressed, and all performances are made to fit within the time without any discomfort.

That is, in this example, the performance execution time T11 of the dialogue performance shown in FIG. 8-3(A) is longer than the performance execution time T12 of the dialogue performance shown in FIG. 8-3(B). The performance execution time T21 of the movable body performance shown in FIG. 3(A) is shorter than the performance execution time T12 of the movable body performance shown in FIG. 8-3(B). The performance execution time of the chance-up performance that targets decorative patterns (decorative pattern effects that display decorative patterns) is the same.

As the movable body performance, for example, the movable body 32 is moved from an initial position to a performance position in front of the display area of the image display device 5, and is controlled to be located at the performance position for a predetermined period of time, and the image display device is moved during the predetermined period. In step 5, control is performed to display an effect image or the like so as to emphasize the movable body performance (at this time, the movable body 32 itself may operate at the performance position), and then the movable body 32 moves from the performance position to the initial stage. When performing control to move to a position, the performance execution time of the movable body performance can be adjusted by lengthening or shortening the period during which the movable body 32 is located at the performance position. By adjusting the performance execution time of the movable body performance in this way, it is possible to respond to small changes in the performance time depending on whether or not there is an increased chance. With this configuration, the performance execution time of the performance changes depending on the presence or absence of the chance-up performance, while preventing an increase in the amount of data related to performance control and complicating the processing, and making all performances feel unnatural. It can be completed within the time without any problems.

Note that the adjustment of the performance time may be performed, for example, in a performance other than the movable body performance. For example, if the variable display result is a failure and the movable object effect is not executed before the end of the change, the effect image related to super reach is returned to the normal background image before the end of the change, and then the decorative pattern indicating the failure is displayed. Adjustments may be made by lengthening or shortening the time for displaying the temporary stop.

Further, in this example, the chance-up effect can be executed multiple times, and the execution time is configured to vary depending on the chance-up effect to be executed. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-3(A), the chance-up performance that targets decorative symbols takes a longer performance execution time than the chance-up performance that targets title display and subtitle display. The details will be described later, but the chance-up effect that targets decorative symbols has a higher chance of hitting the jackpot than the chance-up effect that targets the title display or subtitle display, so by lengthening the execution time, the effect of the effect can be increased. can be increased. With such a configuration, various chance-up effects can be executed in a suitable execution time, and the effects of the effects can be enhanced.

Further, in this example, when one chance-up performance targeting one performance is being executed, another chance-up performance targeting another performance is not executed. For example, as shown in FIG. 8-3, chance-up effects with different targets are executed after a predetermined period of time has elapsed. With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to the chance-up performance that is being executed.

(Variable display start setting process)
FIG. 8-4 is a flowchart showing the variable display start setting process (step S171) in the production control process shown in FIG. In the variable display start setting process, the production control CPU 120 first reads the variable pattern command from the variable pattern command storage area (step 001IWS801). Next, the production control CPU 120 checks whether the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern command read in step 001IWS801 is a variation pattern including super reach C (step 001IWS802).

If the fluctuation pattern includes Super Reach C (Y in step 001IWS802), that is, if the fluctuation display result becomes a jackpot after Super Reach C, the performance control CPU 120 will change the display result of the decorative symbol (stop symbol) to the left Determine the combination of the symbols that have the special ornamental symbols on the middle right (specifically, the special ornamental symbols with the normal color "7"), and store data indicating the stop symbols of the determined ornamental symbols in the decorative symbol display result storage area. (Step 001IWS803). Thereafter, the process moves to 001IWS814.

If the variation pattern does not include super reach C (N in step 001IWS802), the performance control CPU 120 uses the variation pattern command read out in step 001IWS801 and the data stored in the display result designation command storage area (i.e., the received The display result (stop pattern) of the decorative pattern is determined in accordance with the display result designation command), and data indicating the stop pattern of the determined decorative pattern is stored in the decorative pattern display result storage area (step 001IWS804).

In step 001IWS804, when the production control CPU 120 receives a display result designation command indicating "missing", the production control CPU 120 determines whether the left center right decorative pattern is a totally mismatched missing pattern or the left and right decorative patterns (specifically, the normal color A combination of reach-to-reach symbols in which only the white regular decorative symbols "1" to "6" and "8" to "9" match is determined. In addition, when a display result designation command indicating a "jackpot" is received, the decorative symbols in the middle right of the left (specifically, "1" to "6" and "8" to "9" whose normal color is white) are displayed. Determine the combination of patterns that have all the normal decorative patterns.

Next, the production control CPU 120 checks whether the variation pattern includes super reach (step 001IWS805). If the fluctuation pattern does not include super reach, the process moves to step 001IWS814.

If the variation pattern includes super reach, the performance control CPU 120 determines whether to execute each chance-up performance (step 001IWS806). In this example, it is determined whether or not to execute the chance-up effect (title), chance-up effect (subtitles), chance-up effect (design), chance-up effect (cut-in), and chance-up effect (revival). Details of step 001IWS806 will be described later.

In this example, by the processing of steps 001IWS802 to S806, when super reach A and B are executed, the chance up effect is executed at a higher rate than when super reach C is executed. Furthermore, when the super reach C is being executed, the chance-up effect (and the stock effect) is not executed. With this configuration, when Super Reach A and B, which have lower expectations than Super Reach C, are being executed, it is possible to make the player have expectations by increasing the execution rate of the chance-up effect. At the same time, when Super Reach C, which has a high expectation level and a low execution rate, is executed, by lowering the execution rate of the chance-up effect, it is possible to concentrate on the content of the effect and enjoy it, which reduces the effect of the effect. This can be prevented.

Next, the performance control CPU 120 checks whether the variation pattern of the super reach includes a stock performance (step 001IWS807). If the super reach variation pattern does not include stock performance, the process moves to step 001IWS814.

If the super reach variation pattern includes a stock performance, the performance control CPU 120 checks whether or not there is a chance-up performance that was decided to be executed in step 001IWS806 (step 001IWS808), and determines whether or not there is a chance-up performance that has been decided to be executed. If not, it is determined to execute the chance-up effect (title) (step 001IWS809). In addition, in step 001IWS809, for example, a group of chance-up effects that do not exceed 40% of the expected jackpot of the stock effects (in this example, chance-up effects (title), chance-up effects (subtitles), chance-up effects (symbols), chance-up effects), The execution of one may be determined by drawing a lottery from among the close-up effects (cut-ins). By doing this, it is possible to prevent the expected degree of jackpot suggested by the executed chance-up performance from becoming higher than the actual one, and to appropriately execute the chance-up performance.

In this example, when a stock effect is executed by the processing of steps 001IWS808 to S809, at least one chance-up effect is executed, but the present invention is not limited to such a structure. A predetermined number of at least two or three or more chance-up effects may be executed. In this case, after the process of step 001IWS806 is executed once, the chance-up performances with the lowest jackpot expectation level are sequentially executed until the number of chance-up performances decided to be executed reaches 2 (or a predetermined number of 3 or more). The execution may be determined forcibly, or the lottery may be re-drawn from a group of chance-up effects that do not exceed 40% of the expected jackpot of the stock effects. By doing this, it is possible to prevent the expected degree of jackpot suggested by the executed chance-up performance from becoming higher than the actual one, and to appropriately execute the chance-up performance.

Next, the performance control CPU 120 determines the performance pattern of the ready-to-reach stock performance among the stock performances (step 001IWS810). Further, the performance control CPU 120 determines whether or not to execute the chance-up stock performance corresponding to the chance-up performance decided to be executed (step 001IWS811). Note that details of steps 001IWS810 and S811 will be described later.

Next, the performance control CPU 120 checks whether or not there is the chance-up stock performance determined to be executed in step 001IWS811 (step 001IWS812). Then, if there is no chance-up stock performance that has been decided to be executed, the performance control CPU 120 determines to execute the chance-up stock performance that corresponds to the one with the highest expectation among the chance-up performances that have been decided to be executed (step 001IWS813 ). Thereafter, the process moves to step 001IWS814.

In this example, by executing the processing of steps 001IWS807 to S813, in the case of a variation pattern of super reach that includes a stock effect, it is determined to execute at least one chance-up effect and a maximum of five chance-up effects, and the chance-up effect that has been decided to be executed. However, the number of chance-up effects suggested in advance by the stock effects is not limited to this configuration, and the number of chance-up effects that are suggested in advance by the stock effects is The number may be smaller than the number of chance-up effects to be executed. For example, a maximum of five chance-up performances can be executed, and a stock performance may suggest the execution of a maximum of two chance-up performances. With such a configuration, it is possible to create expectations that a chance-up performance other than the chance-up performance suggested by the stock performance will be executed.

In addition, in this example, it is possible to execute a key chance up performance that is executed after the stock performance and a non-key chance up performance that is performed without going through the stock performance. The number of up effects may be smaller than the number of key chance up effects. For example, when two key chance up performances are suggested by the stock performance, the number of non-key chance up performances executed other than the key chance up performances may be less than two. With such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the existence value of the stock performance and improve the performance effect.

In step 001IWS814, the performance control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the variation pattern and the determined content of the performance (step 001IWS814).

Next, the production control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step 001IWS815).

The process table is a table in which process data referred to by the production control CPU 120 when controlling the production device is set. That is, the performance control CPU 120 controls performance devices (performance components) such as the image display device 5 according to process data set in the process table. The process table is composed of a plurality of combinations of process timer setting values, display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data. The display control execution data includes data indicating each variation mode that constitutes the variation mode during the variable display time (variation time) of the variable display of the decorative pattern. Specifically, data related to changing the display screen of the image display device 5 is described. Further, the process timer setting value has a variation time set in the manner of variation. The performance control CPU 120 refers to the process table and performs control to display the decorative pattern in the variation mode set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer setting value. Further, the process table is stored in the ROM in the effect control board 80. Further, process tables are prepared according to each variation pattern.

In addition, the process table used when executing performance control for a fluctuation pattern that involves a reach performance has a function that stops displaying the left symbol when a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the fluctuation, and stops displaying the right symbol when a further predetermined time has elapsed. Process data indicating display is set. In addition, instead of setting the symbols to be stopped and displayed in the process table, images for displaying the symbols are synthesized and generated according to the determined stopping symbols and the temporary stopping symbols in pseudo-runs and sliding effects. It's okay.

In addition, the production control CPU 120 controls the performance devices (the image display device 5 as production components, the image display device 5 as production components, Control of various lamps and speakers 8L and 8R (as performance parts) is executed (step 001IWS816). For example, a command is output to the display control unit 123 in order to display an image according to the variation pattern on the image display device 5. Further, in order to control the lighting/extinguishing of various lamps, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp control board 14. Furthermore, a control signal (sound number data) is output to the audio control board 13 in order to output audio from the speakers 8L and 8R.

By executing the process of step 001IWS816, an effect corresponding to the variation pattern and the content decided to be executed is realized.

Next, the production control CPU 120 sets the variable time timer to a value corresponding to the variable time specified by the variable pattern command (step 001IWS817).

Then, the performance control CPU 120 sets the value of the performance control process flag to a value corresponding to the variable display performance process (step S172) (step 001IWS818).

Next, details of the process (step 001IWS806) for determining whether to execute each chance-up effect in the variable display start setting process will be explained.

In step 001IWS806, for example, each chance up effect execution determination table shown in FIGS. 8-5(A) to (E) is sequentially referred to to determine whether or not to execute each of them.

Specifically, first, with reference to the chance-up effect (title) execution determination table shown in FIG. 8-5(A), it is determined whether or not to execute the chance-up effect (title). In the example shown in FIG. 8-5(A), execution is determined at a rate of 45% in the case of a jackpot, and execution is determined at a rate of 55% in the case of a loss. In this case, the percentage of jackpots (jackpot expectation level) when the chance-up effect (title) is executed is 25%. In the example shown in FIG. 8-5, in order to simplify the explanation, it is assumed that when the chance-up effect is executed, the display color of the target effect uniformly changes to red. An example in which a plurality of changed aspects are provided is disclosed as a modified example in FIGS. 8-8.

Next, with reference to the chance-up effect (subtitles) execution determination table shown in FIG. 8-5(B), it is determined whether or not to execute the chance-up effect (subtitles). In the example shown in FIG. 8-5(B), execution is determined at a rate of 50% in the case of a jackpot, and execution is determined at a rate of 50% in the case of a loss. In this case, the percentage of jackpots (jackpot expectation level) when the chance-up effect (subtitles) is executed is 29%.

Next, with reference to the chance-up effect (symbol) execution determination table shown in FIG. 8-5(C), it is determined whether or not to execute the chance-up effect (symbol). In the example shown in FIG. 8-5(C), execution is determined at a rate of 55% in the case of a jackpot, and execution is determined at a rate of 45% in the case of a loss. In this case, the percentage of jackpots (jackpot expectation level) when the chance-up effect (symbols) is executed is 33%.

Next, with reference to the chance-up performance (cut-in) execution determination table shown in FIG. 8-5(D), it is determined whether or not to execute the chance-up performance (cut-in). In the example shown in FIG. 8-5(D), execution is determined at a rate of 60% in the case of a jackpot, and execution is determined at a rate of 40% in the case of a loss. In this case, when the chance-up effect (cut-in) is executed, the proportion of jackpots (jackpot expectation level) is 38%.

Next, with reference to the chance-up performance (revival) execution determination table shown in FIG. 8-5(E), it is determined whether or not to execute the chance-up performance (revival). In the example shown in FIG. 8-5(E), execution is determined at a rate of 10% in the case of a jackpot, and execution is determined at a rate of 0% in the case of a loss. In this case, when the chance-up performance (resurrection) is executed, the ratio of hitting the jackpot (jackpot expectation level) is 100%.

In this example, as shown in Figures 8-5 (A) to (E), each chance-up effect is decided to be executed at a higher rate when there is a jackpot than when it is a miss, and when it is executed, it is more likely to be executed than when it is not executed. It is also structured so that the expectation of winning a jackpot is high. With such a configuration, it is possible to create expectations that the chance-up effect will be executed.

In addition, in this example, when the chance-up effect is executed, the display color of the target effect uniformly changes to red, but as shown in Figures 8-5 (A) to (E), The game is structured so that the expected level of jackpot is different for each chance-up performance. With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to which chance-up effect will be executed.

In addition, in this example, as shown in Figures 8-5 (A) to (E), it is possible to execute multiple types of super reach with different production modes and different jackpot expectations, but the chance-up production was executed. The expectation level of jackpot is the same when any of the multiple types of super reach is executed. Specifically, the jackpot expectation level when each chance-up effect is executed is the same for both super reach A and B. With such a configuration, it is possible to easily recognize the jackpot expectation level, and it is also possible to prevent the control and configuration of the performance from becoming too complicated. Note that the configuration is not limited to this example, and the jackpot expectation level of the chance up performance may be different depending on the type of super reach.

In addition, in this example, as shown in Figure 8-2 and Figures 8-5 (A) to (E), the configuration is such that the later the timing of the chance-up effect changes, the higher the expectation of a jackpot. has been done. With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to which timing and which chance-up performance is to be performed.

In this example, if the target performance is the same, the expected jackpot will be the same for the key chance-up performance that is executed after the stock performance and the non-key chance-up performance that is performed without going through the stock performance. Since the game is configured as follows, it is possible to easily recognize the degree of jackpot expectation. In addition, it is not limited to this configuration, but even when the same performance is targeted, it is configured so that the jackpot expectation level is different between the key chance-up performance and the non-key chance-up performance, and pay attention to whether or not the stock performance is executed. You may also do so.

Next, details of the process (step 001IWS810) of determining the performance pattern of the ready-to-reach stock performance in the variable display start setting process will be described.

In step 001IWS810, for example, a performance pattern is determined with reference to the ready-to-reach stock performance pattern determination table shown in FIG. 8-6(A).

Specifically, as shown in Figure 8-6 (A), when the fluctuation pattern includes Super Reach A, the "Death Battle for Two" Super Reach key corresponding to the production content of Super Reach A is stocked. When the first performance pattern is determined and the variable pattern includes super reach B, the second performance pattern is determined to stock the "sweeping operation" super reach key corresponding to the performance content of super reach B.

In this example, since the ease with which the stock performance is performed differs depending on the type of super reach (see FIGS. 8-7, which will be described later), it is possible to draw attention to which performance pattern the stock performance for reach will be.

Next, details of the process (step 001IWS811) of determining whether or not to execute the chance-up stock performance corresponding to the chance-up performance that has been decided to be executed in the variable display start setting process will be described.

In step 001IWS811, the chance-up stock performance execution determination tables shown in FIGS. 8-7(A) to (E) corresponding to the chance-up performance determined to be executed are sequentially referred to to determine whether or not to execute each of them.

Specifically, when deciding to execute a chance-up effect (title), refer to the stock effect execution determination table for chance-up (title) shown in Figure 8-7 (A), and execute the chance-up effect. It is determined whether or not to execute the stock performance corresponding to (title), that is, whether or not to stock the "title" chance-up key in the chance-up stock performance.

In addition, if you have decided to execute a chance-up effect (subtitles), refer to the stock effect execution decision table for chance-up (subtitles) shown in Figure 8-7 (B), and select the chance-up effect (subtitles). It is determined whether or not to execute the stock performance corresponding to , that is, whether or not to stock the "subtitle" chance up key in the chance up stock performance.

In addition, if you have decided to execute a chance-up effect (symbol), refer to the stock effect execution determination table for chance-up (symbol) shown in Figure 8-7 (C) and select the chance-up effect (symbol). It is determined whether or not to execute the stock performance corresponding to , that is, whether or not to stock the "symbol" chance up key in the chance up stock performance.

In addition, when deciding to execute a chance-up effect (cut-in), refer to the stock effect execution determination table for chance-up (cut-in) shown in Figure 8-7 (D), It is determined whether or not to execute the stock performance corresponding to the cut-in, that is, whether or not to stock the "cut-in" chance-up key in the chance-up stock performance.

In addition, if you have decided to execute a chance-up performance (revival), refer to the stock performance execution determination table for chance-up (revival) shown in Figure 8-7 (E), and perform the chance-up performance (revival). It is determined whether or not to execute the stock performance corresponding to , that is, whether or not to stock the "revival" chance up key in the chance up stock performance. The chance-up effect (resurrection) is a method in which a chance-up key (resurrection) is used to create a jackpot after the super reach that is being executed once misses. For example, in the "Death Battle for Two" Super Reach shown in Figure 8-14, after the ally character is defeated by the enemy character, a lost symbol is displayed (displayed on the right and left edges of the top of the screen). When a middle symbol that does not correspond to the reach you are currently in is displayed in the middle of the screen, or when you return from the super reach screen to the normal fluctuation screen and the missed symbol is stopped, move the button on the screen. A mini-character flying around inserts a chance-up key (resurrection) toward this missing symbol, and it changes it to a winning symbol that corresponds to the reach. Note that the mode of chance-up production (resurrection) is not limited to this one; for example, in a scene where an ally character is defeated by an enemy character, the chance-up key (revival) is used to rewind the production and the ally character wins. You may show it as such.

In this example, when a stock performance and a chance-up performance with a high expectation of a jackpot are executed, the proportion of chance-up stock performances that correspond to the chance-up production with a high expectation of a jackpot is executed is higher than the rate of execution. is higher. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-7, when it is decided to execute a chance-up effect (resurrection), there is a high probability that a chance-up stock effect corresponding to the chance-up effect (resurrection) will be executed. Also, for example, when a stock performance and a plurality of chance-up performances are executed, the chance-up performance with a relatively higher expectation level out of the plurality of chance-up performances is supported than the chance-up performance with a relatively low expectation level. The percentage of chance-up stock effects being executed is higher. Specifically, as shown in Figure 8-7, when it is decided to execute the chance-up effect (title), chance-up effect (subtitles), and chance-up effect (cut-in), the chance-up effect (revival) is executed. The proportion of corresponding chance-up stock effects being executed is high.

In this example, it is possible to improve interest by making it possible to suggest performances that are targeted for chance-up production using stock performances, but on the other hand, depending on the suggested production, it may also be suggested that the level of expectation is very high. be. Therefore, by making it possible to perform chance-up performances that are not suggested by the stock performances, it is possible for the players to maintain their expectations. However, when a highly anticipated chance-up performance is executed, a stock performance that suggests the chance-up performance is not executed, or a stock performance that suggests a chance-up performance that is different from the chance-up performance is executed. If this is the case, the value of the stock production itself may decline. Therefore, when a highly anticipated chance-up performance is executed, the proportion of stock performances that suggest that the chance-up performance will be executed is increased. With such a configuration, it is possible to suitably perform the stock effect and the chance-up effect, and it is possible to mutually enhance the effect of the effect.

Furthermore, in this example, the expectation level of a jackpot when a chance-up performance other than a chance-up performance (resurrection) that confirms a jackpot is executed is lower than the expectation level when a stock performance is executed. Specifically, as shown in Figure 8-1 (C), when the stock performance is executed, the jackpot expectation level is 40%, whereas as shown in Figures 8-5 (A) to (D), When the chance-up effect (title) is executed, the jackpot expectation is 25%, when the chance-up effect (subtitles) is executed, the jackpot expectation is 29%, and when the chance-up effect (symbol) is executed. The expectation level of the jackpot is 33%, and the expectation level of the jackpot when the chance-up effect (cut-in) is executed is 38%. With such a configuration, it is possible to increase the value of the stock performance and draw attention to whether it will be executed or not.

Not limited to this configuration, for example, the jackpot expectation level when a chance-up effect (symbol) or chance-up effect (cut-in) is executed is set to exceed 40% of the jackpot expectation level when a stock effect is executed. It's okay. However, in this case, in steps 001IWS807 to S809, when there is no chance-up performance determined to be executed by lottery in the variation pattern of super reach including stock performance, chance-up performance (symbol) or chance-up performance (cut) (In) is not decided to be executed, and the chance-up effect (title) or chance-up effect (subtitles) is executed. By doing this, it is possible to prevent the expected degree of jackpot suggested by the executed chance-up performance from becoming higher than the actual one, and to appropriately execute the chance-up performance.

In this example, the stock performance is configured to specify the type of super reach and the chance-up performance, but it is suggested that a chance-up performance with low expectations is executed on top of a super reach with low expectations. If this happens, it becomes visible that the combination of effects has extremely low expectations, and there is a risk that the player may be disappointed. Therefore, in this example, when a super reach with relatively low expectations is executed, and both a chance-up effect with relatively low expectations and a chance-up effect with relatively high expectations are executed, in the stock effect , rather than implying that a super reach with relatively low expectations will be executed and then a chance-up effect with relatively low expectations being executed, a chance-up effect with relatively high expectations is executed. The structure is structured so that the percentage that suggests that Specifically, as shown in Figure 8-7, when Super Reach A is executed and both a chance-up effect (title) and a chance-up effect (revival) are executed, in the chance-up stock effect , Chance-up production (resurrection) is suggested more often than Chance-up production (title). In addition, when Super Reach A is executed and both the chance-up effect (title) and chance-up effect (cut-in) are executed, the chance-up effect (title) will increase the chance more than the chance-up effect (title) in the chance-up stock effect. There is a high percentage of scenes that suggest directing (cut-ins). With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player from being disappointed by the combination of the super reach and chance up effects suggested in the stock effect.

In addition, in this example, when a super reach with relatively high expectations is executed, and both a chance-up effect with relatively low expectations and a chance-up effect with relatively high expectations are executed, in the stock effect , rather than suggesting that a super reach with relatively high expectations will be executed and then a chance-up effect with relatively low expectations being executed, a chance-up effect with relatively high expectations is executed. The structure is structured so that the percentage that suggests that Specifically, as shown in Figure 8-7, when Super Reach B is executed and both the chance-up effect (title) and the chance-up effect (revival) are executed, in the chance-up stock effect, Chance-up production (resurrection) is suggested more often than chance-up production (title). In addition, when Super Reach B is executed and both the chance-up effect (title) and chance-up effect (cut-in) are executed, the chance-up effect (title) will increase the chance more than the chance-up effect (title) in the chance-up stock effect. There is a high percentage of scenes that suggest directing (cut-ins). This configuration prevents players from feeling dissatisfied or unsatisfied with the combination of super reach, for which expectations are relatively high, and chance-up effects, for which expectations are relatively low. It is possible to make the player have a sense of expectation regarding the combination of a super reach with a high level of reach and a chance-up effect with a relatively high level of expectation.

Furthermore, in this example, the stock effect is executed at a higher rate when a super reach with a relatively high expectation level is executed than when a super reach with a relatively low expectation level is executed. For example, as shown in FIG. 8-7, the chance-up stock effect is executed at a higher rate when super reach B is executed than when super reach A is executed. With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to whether or not the stock performance is executed, and it is possible to enhance the performance effect when the stock performance is executed.

In addition, in this example, as shown in Figure 8-5 (E), it is possible to execute a chance-up effect (resurrection) that is executed when a jackpot occurs as a chance-up effect, and as shown in Figure 8-7 (E). As such, it is possible to specifiably suggest that the chance-up effect (revival) will be executed as a stock effect. With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to the content of the stock performance, and it is possible to enhance the performance effect of the stock performance.

(Modification 1)
Here, a modification will be described in which a plurality of types of modes after changing due to chance-up effects are provided. FIG. 8-8 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the state of each chance-up performance after the change, the expectation level of the state of each chance-up performance after the change, and an example of the execution priority of the corresponding stock performance in the modified example. be.

In the modified examples shown in FIGS. 8-8(A) and (B), there are multiple types of states after the change due to the chance-up effect, and the jackpot expectation level is configured to be different for each state after the change. There is. Specifically, the jackpot expectation level is configured to increase in the order of blue < green < red < gold.

In addition, in the modified examples shown in Figures 8-8(A) and (B), the type of appearance after the change is different between the chance-up effect with a high advantage and the chance-up effect with a low advantage (in other words, the type of appearance after the change is different) (with different possibilities of changing to a higher degree). Specifically, in the case of a title display, the color changes to blue or green, and in the case of a cut-in display, which is more advantageous than a title display, the color changes to green, red, or gold. With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to which effect the chance-up effect is to be executed.

In addition, in the modified examples shown in Figures 8-8(A) and (B), the jackpot expectation level is suggested by the combination of the chance-up effect target and the changed state, and the higher the jackpot expectation level, the corresponding stock It is configured such that the execution priority of the performance is high. With this configuration, it is possible to draw attention to not only which performance the chance-up performance is targeted for, but also what kind of change the chance-up performance will take, and to correspond to the chance-up performance with a high degree of advantage. It is possible to prioritize and execute stock effects.

(Modification 2)
Next, a modification regarding the execution of the chance-up stock performance will be described. FIG. 8-9 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the expectation level of each chance-up performance, the execution priority of the corresponding stock performance, and an example of combinations prohibited in the chance-up stock performance in a modified example.

FIG. 8-9(A) shows a modified example of the expectation level of each chance-up performance and the execution priority of the corresponding stock performance. In the modified example shown in FIG. 8-9(A), the execution priority of the stock performance corresponding to the chance-up performance with low expectations is made high. Specifically, if it is decided to execute all of the chance-up effect (title), chance-up effect (subtitles), chance-up effect (cut-in), and chance-up effect (revival), the chance-up effect (revival) The stock effects corresponding to the chance-up effect (title), chance-up effect (subtitles), and chance-up effect (cut-in) are given priority and executed. For example, when the number of chance-up stock effects determined to be executed in the process of step 001IWS811 is not one or more, instead of the process of step 001IWS813, a chance-up effect (title) or a chance-up effect (title) or Priority is given to execution of chance-up stock performances corresponding to close-up performances (subtitles) and chance-up performances (cut-in). With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the level of expectation suggested when the stock performance is executed from becoming too high.

Furthermore, in the modified example shown in FIG. 8-9(A), when it is decided to execute both the chance-up effect (title), the chance-up effect (subtitles), and the chance-up effect (cut-in), the chance-up effect ( The stock effects corresponding to the chance-up effect (title) and the chance-up effect (subtitles) are given priority over the chance-up effect (title) and the chance-up effect (subtitles). For example, when there is not one or more chance-up stock effects determined to be executed in the process of step 001IWS811, instead of the process of step 001IWS813, a chance-up effect (title) or A chance-up stock performance corresponding to the chance-up performance (subtitles) is prioritized and decided to be executed. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the level of expectation suggested when the stock performance is executed from becoming too high.

In addition, when executing a stock performance and multiple chance-up performances, if the stock performance corresponding to the chance-up performance with relatively high expectations is executed, other chance-up performances with relatively high expectations are executed. It may be arranged such that a stock performance corresponding to a chance-up performance with a relatively low level of expectation is executed at a higher rate than a stock performance corresponding to the stock performance. For example, if the combination of chance-up stock performances decided to be executed corresponds to the combination prohibited in the chance-up stock performances shown in Figure 8-9 (B), the re-drawing of the chance-up stock performances to be executed is However, the combination of stock effects that corresponds to highly anticipated chance-up effects may be avoided. With this configuration, it is possible to prevent the expectation level from increasing too much due to the suggestion of a plurality of highly anticipated chance-up performances, and to appropriately suggest the expectation level.

(Example of production)
Next, a specific example when the decorative pattern is in a ready-to-reach state will be described. FIG. 8-10 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example when the decorative pattern is in a ready-to-reach state.

In the specific example shown in FIGS. 8-10, the effect screen changes in the order of (1), (2A), and (3A), or in the order of (1), (2B, and 3B). Figures 8-10 (1), (2A), and (3A) show specific examples where the white regular decorative symbol "6" is in the reach state, and Figures 8-10 (1), (2B, and 3B). , a specific example is shown in which the golden special decorative symbol "7" is in the reach state.

In the former example, a variable display is started on the image display device 5 as shown in FIG. 8-10 (1), and a variable display is started in the left decorative symbol display area 5L of the image display device 5 as shown in FIG. 8-10 (2A). A white normal decorative pattern "6" is displayed, and as shown in FIG. 8-10 (3A), a white normal decorative pattern "6" is displayed in the right decorative pattern display area 5R of the image display device 5. The normal decorative pattern "6" is in the reach state. After that, the first stage reach effect (corresponding to Figure 8-11 (1) described later) or the stock effect (corresponding to Figures 8-12 to 8-13 described later) is executed, and super reach A or B (chance up The winning symbol or the losing symbol is displayed as a fluctuating display result (corresponding to FIGS. 8-14 to 8-15, which will be described later). In addition, there are cases where the first stage reach effect does not develop into a super reach effect and a losing symbol is displayed (corresponding to 8-11 (3) described later).

In the latter example, a variable display is started on the image display device 5 as shown in FIG. 8-10 (1), and a variable display is started in the left decorative symbol display area 5L of the image display device 5 as shown in FIG. 8-10 (2B). The golden special decorative pattern "7" is displayed, and as shown in FIG. 8-10 (3B), the golden special decorative pattern "7" is displayed in the right decorative pattern display area 5R of the image display device 5. The special decorative pattern “7” becomes a reach state. At this time, a glowing effect display is displayed around the special decorative symbol "7", and a special sound effect used when the special decorative symbol is in a ready-to-reach state is output. After that, the game progresses to Super Reach C, and a jackpot symbol is displayed as a variable display result.

In this example, when the special decorative symbol is in the ready-to-win state, the fact that the special decorative symbol is in the ready-to-win state is notified in a manner that is easier to recognize than when the normal decorative symbol is in the ready-to-win state. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-10 (3A), the normal decorative symbols (white symbols) of "1" to "6" and "8" to "9" are in the reach state; - As shown in 10 (3B), when the "7" special decorative symbol (gold symbol) is in the reach state, the effect display that shines around the "7" special decorative symbol (gold symbol) is recognized. It is displayed in an easy-to-understand manner, and special sound effects are output. With such a configuration, it is possible to easily recognize that the player is in a reach state with a high expectation (that is, a super reach C with a high expectation).

Furthermore, in this example, the expectation of a jackpot is higher when the stock performance is executed than when it is not executed, so the player expects the stock performance to occur. Therefore, for example, in the normal reach before the super reach starts (for example, in the state where the left and right symbols are tenpai and the middle symbol is fluctuating on the image display device 5 shown in FIG. 8-10 (3A)), the stock effect is You may perform a performance that suggests that the process will be executed or a performance that encourages whether or not the process will be executed. For example, when a stock performance is executed, a special symbol such as a "key stock time symbol" may be stopped as a medium symbol in a normal reach state, and the stock performance may be performed. For example, when a stock effect is executed, a high-speed fluctuation of the medium symbol is started in the normal reach state, and after the screen is switched to super reach (covering the display area of the image display device 5 by whiteout, etc.), the super It may be possible to shift to a stock performance instead of a reach outpost performance.

(First stage reach performance)
Next, a specific example of the first stage reach effect will be explained. FIG. 8-11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the first stage reach effect. In the specific example shown in FIGS. 8-11, the effect screen changes in the order of (1), (2), and (3).

Specifically, when the first stage reach effect is started after the reach is established with the normal decorative symbol "6", the character is displayed in the center of the image display device 5, as shown in FIG. 8-11 (1). Ru. When the first reach effect develops into a super reach, a decorative pattern indicating the development (for example, a pattern with the word "development" written on it) is displayed on the middle pattern, and a super reach A or B (chance up) is displayed. (sometimes accompanied by directing). Thereafter, a jackpot symbol or a losing symbol is displayed as a variable display result (corresponding to FIGS. 8-14 to 8-15, which will be described later). If it does not develop into a super reach, for example, as shown in FIG. 8-11 (2), a normal decorative pattern different from "6" (that is, different from the decorative pattern in the reach state) is displayed in the middle decorative pattern display area 5C. As shown in FIG. 8-11 (3), the combination of losing symbols is displayed as confirmed. In this case, for example, a video showing a failure is played as a performance result of the first-stage reach performance. In addition, there are cases where the combination of jackpot symbols is confirmed and displayed, resulting in a jackpot, without developing from the first stage reach effect to super reach. In this case, the normal decorative pattern, which is a combination of the jackpot pattern and the medium pattern, stops. In the case where the jackpot is reached after the initial reach effect develops into a super reach effect, and when the jackpot is reached directly from the initial reach effect, a video indicating success will be played as a result of the effect, but the content will be different. ing. With this configuration, it is possible to perform a suitable performance depending on what kind of performance was used to reach the jackpot.

In this example, when the left and right ornamental symbols other than the "7" symbol (i.e., normal ornamental symbols) enter the reach state, the normal reach effect in which the center ornamental symbol scrolls at a low speed is executed, and then the center ornamental symbol scrolls at a high speed. For the first time, the production develops and the first stage reach production begins. In the first stage reach effect, the background screen and BGM are switched from normal variation to reach use, and an effect display in which a character or the like appears is performed. If the first stage reach effect does not develop into a super reach effect and the result is a miss, a missed symbol is displayed according to the flow of the effect display (for example, video, background screen, BGM) related to the first stage reach effect, and then, as shown in FIG. -11(3) As shown in (3), the background screen and BGM return from reach use to normal variation use. In addition, even if the background screen and BGM are switched from normal variation to reach, and if you hit the jackpot after or without super reach, the background screen and BGM will eventually change from reach to reach. It returns to the normal variation mode and the jackpot symbol is displayed.

In this example, when the ready-to-win effect is executed, it is possible to display the decorative symbol in the ready-to-reach state at a predetermined display position in a smaller size than before the ready-to-reach effect is executed. Specifically, the ready-to-reach effects shown in Figures 8-11 to 8-14 (specifically, the early reach effects, stock effects, Decorative patterns when an outpost effect, battle effect, etc.) are being executed are displayed in a smaller size at the upper left and upper left of the image display area. With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to whether or not the decorative symbol is in the ready-to-win state before the ready-to-win state is reached, and to ensure the visibility of the ready-to-win effect after the ready-to-win state is achieved.

In addition, in this example, when the first stage reach effect or stock effect is started after the reach is established, the decorative symbols are gradually displayed at the upper left and upper left of the image display area, as shown in Figures 8-11 to 8-15. It is displayed in a swinging manner. Exceptionally, when a chance-up effect (symbol) is executed, it is displayed in a violently shaking manner (details will be described later).

In addition, in this example, the stock performance and chance-up performance are not executed in order to not make the player expect too much in the first stage reach performance, but this is not limited to such a configuration, and even in the first stage reach performance, for example, It is also possible to provide a performance that increases the expectation of a jackpot, such as a pattern in which items or costumes worn by characters appearing in the game are in a different form from normal, or a performance in which the appearance changes to a different form from normal.

(Stock performance)
Next, a specific example of stock performance will be explained. FIGS. 8-12 and 8-13 are explanatory diagrams showing specific examples of stock effects. Figures 8-12 and 8-13 suggest that super reach A is executed in the stock performance for reach, and in the stock performance for chance up, chance up performance (subtitles) and chance up performance ( A specific example is shown in which it is suggested that the symbol) be executed. In the specific examples shown in FIGS. 8-12 and 8-13, the effect screen changes in the order of (1), (2), and (3).

Specifically, when the variable display is started and a reach is established, a normal decorative pattern indicating "6" is displayed in the left decorative pattern display area 5L and the right decorative pattern display area 5R of the image display device 5. Then, at the start timing of the stock effect, as shown in FIG. 8-12(1), the image display device 5 displays the title of the stock effect, ``KEY STOCK'' and ``TIME''. Note that the display mode of the title display may indicate the number of items (keys) to be stocked in the stock performance that will be started after this or that many items (keys) will be stocked. For example, the title is generally displayed in the normal color (white), but when it is displayed in red there are more items (keys) in stock than when it is displayed in the normal color (white), It may be suggested that items (keys) with high expectations for jackpots are stocked.

In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-12 (1), except for special effects, an active display AH is displayed at the bottom left side of the display area of the image display device 5 as an active display, and corresponds to a special symbol. A small symbol KZ and a pending memory number HS indicating the number of pending memories are displayed on the center right side of the display area of the image display device 5.

Next, when the stock effect is started, as shown in FIG. 8-12 (2), a "KEY STOCK TIME" display 001IWG02 indicating that the stock effect is in progress is displayed. Furthermore, when the execution timing a of the stock performance for reach comes, as shown in Figure 8-12 (2), a plurality of reach performance suggestion images (enclosed characters ``Death Battle of Two'' and ``Mopping-up Operation'') are displayed, along with a character A urging the user to press the push button 31B, an operation validity period, and an image imitating the push button 31B.

Then, when a pressing operation of the push button 31B is detected during the valid operation period (or when the valid operation period has elapsed), a reach effect suggestion image corresponding to super reach A is displayed as shown in FIG. 8-12 (3). The background image is displayed with the words "Two people fighting to the death", the word "Stock" indicating that the key is stocked as an item, an image imitating a key, and an effect image that emphasizes them.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-12 (4), the key with the boxed character display "Two people fighting to the death" moves from the top left of the screen of the image display device to the bottom right of the screen, and a stocked effect display (for example, , the key appears to be flying from the back left side of the screen and being stocked at the front right side of the screen).

When the effect display in which the key (that is, the super reach key) is stocked ends, and then the execution timing b of the stock effect for increasing the chance is reached, as shown in Figure 8-12 (5), the chance that can be executed during the super reach is displayed. A plurality of chance-up production suggestion images (boxed text display "Title", "Subtitle", "Design", "Cut-in", "Resurrection") corresponding to each of the up production are displayed, and the push button 31B is pressed. A character A prompting an operation, an operation validity period, and an image imitating the push button 31B are displayed. In this example, a performance display prompting the user to press the push button 31B is performed at execution timing a and execution timing b of the stock performance, but the poses of the character A are configured to be different at each time. Therefore, even in a configuration in which a performance that prompts a pressing operation is performed multiple times, it is possible to improve the interest of each timing without making the player bored.

Then, when a press operation of the push button 31B is detected during the valid operation period (or when the valid operation period has passed), as shown in FIG. ”, the text “Stock” indicating that keys are stocked as an item, an image imitating two keys, and an effect image that emphasizes them are displayed in a manner covering the background image.

Next, as shown in Figure 8-13 (7), the key with the boxed text display "Picture" and the key with the boxed text display "Subtitle" are moved from the top left of the screen of the image display device to the bottom right of the screen. An effect display in which keys are moved and stocked (for example, a display in which keys appear to fly from the back left side of the screen and are stocked at the front right side of the screen) is performed.

In this example, as shown in Figures 8-12 (2) to (7), multiple suggestion images corresponding to each of multiple types of super reach (the boxed text "Two people" shown in Figure 8-12 (2) After selecting and displaying one of the images ("Fight for the Dead", "Mopping Up Operation"), and deleting the selected suggested image, a plurality of suggested images corresponding to each of the multiple types of chance-up effects (Figure 8-12) are displayed. The stock performance is executed in a performance mode in which the boxed characters shown in (5) ``Title'', ``Subtitle'', ``Design'', ``Cut-in'', ``Resurrection'') are displayed and any one of them is selected and displayed. With this configuration, it is possible to visualize a plurality of types of super reach and a plurality of types of chance-up effects that can be selected, and it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect. Regarding the suggestion image corresponding to the chance-up effect (revival), it is easy for the player to know that once the missed symbol is displayed, it will become a jackpot, that is, if it is selected, the jackpot will be confirmed. Therefore, it is possible to use a mode different from other options, such as displaying characters in a special mode (for example, rainbow color) that only occurs when a jackpot is confirmed as a rule specific to the gaming machine model. . In addition, for suggestion images that correspond to chance-up effects (resurrection), the effects when stocked in the stock effect are different from the effects when other suggestion images are stocked, and the effect image color is different from the effects when other suggestion images are stocked. It is also possible to appeal the game by making it different (to make it easier for players to recognize it).

When the effect display in which keys (that is, chance-up keys) are stocked ends and the stock effect reaches its final stage, a keyhole image is displayed in the center of the image display device 5, as shown in FIG. 8-12 (8). Ru.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-13 (9), an effect is displayed in which the character A located at the front side of the screen throws the key image 001IWG12 toward the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 located at the back side of the screen. It will be done.

Then, a key image 001IWG12 and a keyhole (substance) image 001IWG11 are displayed as an effect display in which the key is stuck in the keyhole, as shown in FIG. 8-13 (10), and an effect in which the key turns in the keyhole (that is, the key is opened). As a display, a key image 001IWG12 rotated by a keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 is displayed as shown in FIG. 8-13 (11).

When the key is turned in the keyhole (that is, the key is opened), a boxed text display indicating that the type of super reach to be executed is super reach A is displayed, as shown in Figure 8-13 (12). ``Death battle for two'', characters ``Character A VS enemy character B'' indicating the battle card in the battle performance, character A and enemy character B are displayed, and the stock performance ends.

In this example, when executing a super reach that includes a stock effect, the stock effect is executed after the reach is established. Next, an outpost performance such as a dialogue performance in which the character A and the enemy character B face each other and have a conversation is mainly performed, and a chance-up performance is additionally performed. Thereafter, a battle effect is performed in which character A and enemy character B exchange swords. In addition, when performing a super reach performance that does not include a stock performance, the first stage reach performance is executed after the reach performance is established. Next, an outpost performance is performed, and a battle performance is performed.

In the example shown in Figure 8-13 (12), the battle card for the battle performance is "Character A VS Enemy Character B", but in reality there are multiple types of battle cards (types of characters on the ally side and characters on the enemy side). ), and the match card is determined according to the type of super reach. For example, in addition to or in place of the type of super reach, the types of characters on the ally side and the characters on the enemy side may be made to differ depending on the jackpot expectation level. For example, if the production stage is configured to change depending on the game period or game state such as the number of fluctuations, the character associated with the production stage in advance The player may compete against any one of a plurality of enemy characters associated with the character, or may be an enemy character determined by lottery.

In this example, the chance-up stock performance is executed at one timing and is configured such that one or more chance-up keys are always stocked, but this is not limited to such a configuration. There may be a timing at which the chance-up key is not stored. However, if no chance-up keys are stocked at the end of the stock production, there is a risk that the game will be significantly less interesting, so it is desirable that at least one chance-up key is eventually stocked.

If the configuration is such that there are multiple timings to execute the chance-up stock effect and there are timings where the chance-up key is not stocked, for example, at the timing when the chance-up key is not stocked, the push button 31B must be pressed during the valid operation period. is detected (or when the operation validity period has passed), an image of character A's face close-up, the text "!?", and an effect image that emphasizes them are displayed in a manner that covers the background image. The image indicating that the key is stored may not be displayed.

In this way, by performing an effect such as displaying a character image instead when the key is not stocked, the feeling of regret that the key was not stocked can be alleviated. Furthermore, in the chance-up stock performance of this example, even when only one key is stocked, the performance execution time is the same as when three keys are stocked. Therefore, if the key is not stocked for a period of time even if the button is pressed, the presentation becomes redundant and there is a risk that the game's interest will decrease. Therefore, by displaying a character image instead when keys are not stocked to enhance the effect, it is possible to prevent the chance-up stock effect from becoming depressed even if the number of keys in stock is small. Note that the character image displayed when the character image is not stocked is not limited to one type, and may be changed depending on the type of super reach to be executed, the non-key chance up effect, the content of the battle effect, etc. By doing so, it is possible to predict what will happen in the future based on the displayed character image, and it is possible to give the character image a dramatic meaning.

In addition, if there are multiple timings to execute the chance-up stock effect and the configuration is configured so that there are times when the chance-up key is not stocked, the effect display when the item is stocked and the effect display when the item is not stocked are different. It is desirable that the display period of the latter is set shorter than that of the former. With this configuration, it is possible to prevent players from feeling bothered by displaying an undesirable effect for a long time without the effect of increasing the number of stocks, and from reducing interest in the game. .

(Outpost production and battle production in Super Reach)
Next, an overview of the outpost performance, battle performance, and winning celebration performance in Super Reach will be explained. FIGS. 8-14 and 8-15 are explanatory diagrams showing an outline of the outpost performance, battle performance, and winning celebration performance in Super Reach. In the specific example shown in FIGS. 8-14 and 8-15, in Super Reach A, a chance-up effect (subtitles) and a chance-up effect (symbol) are executed and a jackpot is achieved. In addition, in FIGS. 8-14 to 8-15, the effect screen changes in the order of (1), (2), and (3).

When the stock performance ends and the outpost performance of Super Reach starts, the title display of Super Reach A that reads "Death Battle for Two" is displayed, as shown in Figure 8-14 (1). .

In addition, as shown in FIG. 8-14 (1), in the lower right of the display area of the image display device 5, the mini character A image 001IWC10 and the number of mini key images 001IWG10 stocked in the chance-up stock effect are displayed. be done. In this example, it is assumed that two keys have been stocked in advance with a chance-up stock effect, and those two keys (in the example shown in the figure, the key with the enclosed text display "Symbol" and the enclosed text display " A key with a subtitle "" is displayed in a manner that moves around the mini-character A. In this example, the keys stocked in the chance-up stock effect are displayed as mini-key images 001IWG10 or key images 001IWG12 in the super reach, and are erased when used in the corresponding chance-up effect.

In addition, a decorative pattern indicating "6" is displayed in the left decorative pattern display area 5L and the right decorative pattern display area 5R of the image display device 5, and an active display AH is displayed on the lower left side of the display area of the image display device 5. A small symbol KZ corresponding to the special symbol and a pending memory number HS indicating the pending memory number are displayed on the center right side of the display area of the image display device 5.

Next, as an outpost effect, as shown in FIG. 8-14 (2), the subtitle display 001IWG20 of "It's a battle" is displayed with character A image 001IWC01 and enemy character A image 001IWC02 facing each other, and then "subtitle" is displayed. When the chance-up effect (subtitles) using the chance-up key is executed, the subtitle display 001IWG20 changes from the normal color (white) to blue as shown in FIG. 8-14 (3). With such a performance display, the performance mode of the dialogue performance (subtitle display) changes as a result of the chance-up performance.

Next, when the chance-up performance (subtitles) ends and the dialogue performance progresses, the subtitle display 001IWG20 of "I'll get back at you" is displayed as shown in FIG. 8-14 (4). At this time, one of the stocks was released and an item (key) was consumed due to the chance-up effect targeting subtitle display, so the number of mini key images 001IWG10 that move around the mini character A image 001IWC10 is 1. There are fewer.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-14(5), the character A image 001IWC01 is displayed alone, and the subtitle display 001IWG20 of "I won't cut corners" is displayed.

As shown in FIGS. 8-14 (4) and (5), when the outpost effect is being executed and the chance-up effect is not being executed, the mini key image 001IWG10 and the mini character A image 001IWC10 are displayed on the image display device 5. An effect display that moves the edge of the display area is performed. At this time, an effect display is performed in which the mini-key image 001IWG10 moves around the mini-character A image 001IWC10.

Next, when a chance-up effect (design) using the "design" chance-up key is executed, the decorative design changes from the normal color (white) to red as shown in FIG. 8-14 (6). With such a performance display, the performance mode of the decorative pattern changes as a result of the chance-up performance (symbol).

Next, when the prelude ends, a battle effect is started in which the character A image 001IWC01 and the enemy character A image 001IWC02 exchange swords, as shown in FIG. 8-14 (7). Then, when character A defeats enemy character A, the characters "Victory" are displayed as shown in FIG. 8-14 (8).

Next, as shown in Figure 8-15 (9), an epilogue video is displayed as a congratulatory effect when winning, and then, as shown in Figure 8-15 (10), a combination of "666" decorative symbols becomes the jackpot symbol. is displayed.

In this example, as shown in Figure 8-2 (A), before the outpost performance and battle performance in super reach are started, the first stage reach performance is executed, and the first stage reach performance shown in Figure 8-11 (1) is executed. The decoration pattern is displayed at the same or similar position when executing the above and when executing the outpost effects and battle effects shown in FIGS. 8-14(1) to (8). Further, the chance up performance is not executed when the preliminary reach performance is being executed, and the chance up performance is executed when the outpost performance and the battle performance are being executed. With such a configuration, the reach performance can be increased in stages, and the performance effect can be enhanced.

In this example, it is possible to perform a chance-up effect (design) that changes the appearance of the decorative pattern, but if the decorative pattern that becomes the jackpot pattern is in a different form than usual (for example, a color different from the normal color), There is a risk that the player may be misled into thinking that the game is controlled to some special state (for example, it is controlled to a jackpot gaming state with a high advantage, or it is controlled to a gaming state with a high advantage after a jackpot game, etc.). Therefore, in this example, after executing the chance-up effect (design) during super reach and changing the appearance of the decorative design from the normal color (white) to another color, when displaying the variable display result, As shown in -15 (10), the decorative pattern to be displayed in an enlarged manner is displayed in the state (normal color (white)) before being changed by the chance-up effect (symbol). Such a configuration can prevent misunderstandings.

In addition, in this example, after the word "win" is displayed as shown in Figure 8-14 (8) to notify that the jackpot has been won, an epilogue video is displayed as shown in Figure 8-15 (9). is displayed, and then, as shown in Figure 8-15 (10), the combination of decorative symbols that will become the jackpot symbol is displayed in an enlarged manner, but the decorative symbols are configured so that they are not displayed when the epilogue video is displayed. ing. With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to the epilogue image, and it is also possible to return the decorative pattern to its original form without making the player feel unnatural.

(Key chance up production (subtitles))
Next, the chance-up effect shown in outline in FIGS. 8-14 to 8-15 will be explained in detail with reference to FIGS. 8-16 to 8-20. FIGS. 8-16 to 8-20 also show portions of the chance-up effect that are not shown in FIG. 8-14.

FIGS. 8-16 and 8-17 are explanatory diagrams showing specific examples of the key chance up production for subtitle display. In addition, in FIGS. 8-16 to 8-17, the effect screen changes in the order of (1), (2), and (3).

When the outpost effect in which the character A image 001IWC01 and the enemy character A image 001IWC02 confront each other is executed and the dialogue effect starts, the subtitle display 001IWG20 "It's a battle" is displayed as shown in Figure 8-16 (1). be done. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-16(1), an effect display is performed in which the mini-key image 001IWG10 and the mini-character A image 001IWC10 move at the end of the display area of the image display device 5. At this time, an effect display is performed in which the mini-key image 001IWG10 moves around the mini-character A image 001IWC10.

Note that the effect images related to the outpost effect (for example, character A image 001IWC01, enemy character A image 001IWC02, etc.) are also displayed from FIG. 8-16(1) onwards, but are omitted from illustration for the sake of simplicity. In this example, the performance images related to the outpost performance are the performance images related to the chance-up performance (e.g., key images, keyhole images, mini-character images, etc.) and the performance images related to the performance targeted for the chance-up performance (for example, It has a lower display priority than other images (title display, subtitle display, decorative design, cut-in display), and is displayed in a lower layer than those images. Further, although the details will be described later, the effect image related to the outpost effect is covered by the effect image related to the chance-up effect at the timings shown in FIGS. 8-17 (13) to (14).

Next, when the chance-up promotion effect that encourages the execution of the key chance-up effect is executed, the keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13 that suggests that a keyhole will appear, as shown in FIG. Displayed in the center of the display area. At this time, the mini-key image 001IWG10 and the mini-character A image 001IWC10 stop moving around the edges of the display area of the image display device 5, and the mini-key image 001IWG10 stops moving around the mini-character A image 001IWC10. . Also, next to the mini-key image 001IWG10 and the mini-character A image 001IWC10, a "!" is displayed indicating the existence of the keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-16(3), an effect display is started in which the keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13 is gradually reduced. Then, as shown in Figure 8-16 (4), the gradually shrinking keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13 approaches the subtitle display 001IWG20, which is the target of the chance-up effect, and eventually as shown in Figure 8-16 (5). , an effect display is performed in which the keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13 overlaps the subtitle display 001IWG20. At this time, a triangular mark indicating that the keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13 has been reduced is displayed around the keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-16(2) to (5), the mini-key image 001IWG10 and the mini-character A image 001IWC10 move to follow the keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13 approaching the subtitle display 001IWG20. With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to the chance-up promotion performance and the performance targeted by the chance-up performance.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-16 (6), the keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13 becomes a silhouette on the subtitle display 001IWG20, and a performance display is performed in which a glowing effect image is displayed around it. At this time, an effect display is also performed in which the mini key image 001IWG10 and the mini character A image 001IWC10 are in a silhouette state, and a glowing effect image is displayed around them.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-16 (7), a keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 imitating a keyhole is displayed on the subtitle display 001IWG20. This effect display makes it clear that the target of the chance-up effect is subtitle display 001IWG20.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-16 (8), an effect display is performed in which the character A located at the front side of the screen performs an action of throwing a key toward the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 located at the back side of the screen. . Then, as shown in FIG. 8-17 (9), an effect display is performed in which the key image 001IWG12 appears to move from the front side of the screen toward the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 on the back side. Therefore, the key image 001IWG12 is initially displayed at a larger display size than the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11, as shown in Figure 8-17 (9), and then reduced as shown in Figure 8-17 (10). It is displayed as if it were moving toward the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 while moving (gradually becoming smaller as an expression of moving away). With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to the key image 001IWG12 that acts on the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11, and it is possible to enhance the effect of the chance-up effect.

Then, a key image 001IWG12 and a keyhole (substance) image 001IWG11 are displayed as an effect display in which the key is stuck in the keyhole, as shown in FIG. 8-17 (11), and an effect in which the key turns in the keyhole (that is, the key is opened). As a display, a key image 001IWG12 rotated by a keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 is displayed as shown in FIG. 8-17 (12).

When the key is turned in the keyhole (that is, the key is opened), as shown in Figure 8-17 (13), an effect image covering the image related to the outpost effect is displayed as well as a display of character A and "Subtitle rank up". The character display is displayed. In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-17 (13), by displaying character A close-up together with an effect image that covers the performance image related to the outpost performance, the chance-up performance is executed in the middle of the outpost performance. This reduces the discomfort of

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-17 (14), character A and the character display "Subtitle rank up" are erased while the effect image covering the image related to the outpost effect is displayed, and the subtitle display 001IWG20 is in a silhouette state. , and an effect display will be performed in which a glowing effect image will be displayed around you. At this time, the mini key image 001IWG10 and the mini character A image 001IWC10 are displayed again, and an effect display in which a glowing effect image is displayed around them is also performed.

In this example, when the chance-up effect targeting subtitle display is executed, as shown in FIG. The images are displayed in the upper layer in the following order: 001IWC10>Effect image covering the image related to the outpost effect>Subtitle display 001IWG20>Image related to the outpost effect.

After that, as shown in FIG. 8-17 (15), the effect image covering the image related to the outpost effect is erased, and the subtitle display 001IWG20 whose color has changed from the normal color (white) to blue is displayed. In addition, because one of the stocks was released and an item (key) was consumed due to the chance-up effect targeting subtitle display, the mini-character A image 001IWC10 was rotated around The number of mini key images 001IWG10 to be moved is one less. That is, the mini-key image with the enclosed text display "Subtitle" is erased, and only the mini-key image with the enclosed text display "Design" is displayed.

In this example, the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 is displayed when the performance that is the target of the chance-up production is being executed, and the chance-up production is performed in such a manner that the key image 001IWG12 acts on the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11. Execute. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 8-16 and 8-17, a keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 corresponding to the subtitle display 001IWG20 is displayed, and the key image 001IWG12 is stuck in the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 and rotates. Execute a chance-up effect. With this configuration, when the chance-up effect using the key image 001IWG12 is executed, a story is created in which the key image 001IWG12 is inserted into the keyhole (substance) image 001IWG11 (that is, the key is opened). It is possible to enhance the production effect and improve the interest.

Further, in this example, the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 is displayed at approximately the center position of the effect image related to the effect that is the target of the chance-up effect (for example, see FIG. 8-16 (7)), and the keyhole (substantive) image At the timing when 001IWG11 is displayed, chance-up effects targeting other effects are not executed. For example, at the timing when the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 corresponding to the subtitle display 001IWG20 is displayed, the chance-up effect targeting the decorative pattern is not executed. With such a configuration, it is possible to make it easy to understand the suggestive performance that is the target of the chance-up performance, and it is also possible to draw attention to the timing at which the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 is displayed.

In addition, in this example, as shown in FIGS. 8-16 (1) to (8), the stocked key image and character image (i.e. mini-key image 001IWG10 and mini-character A image 001IWC10) are moved and displayed in the stock effect, When the chance-up effect is executed, an effect display is performed in which a character performs an action of throwing a key into a keyhole. With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to the key image, and it is also possible to enhance the effect of the chance-up effect.

Furthermore, in this example, as shown in FIGS. 8-16 (1) to (6), the mini key image 001IWG10 moves around the mini character A image 001IWC10, and when the chance-up effect is executed. , stop its operation. With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to the key image, and it is also possible to enhance the effect of the chance-up effect.

Further, in this example, the appearance of the key is different depending on when the key is stored and when the key is used. For example, as shown in Figure 8-12 (8), when the key image is displayed at the bottom right of the display area in the stock effect, and as shown in Figure 8-14 (1), when the key image is displayed in the outpost effect, the key image is displayed in the lower right corner of the display area. When the key image is displayed so as to move, the display size of the key image is smaller in the latter case. With such a configuration, it is possible to make the key image easily visible in the stock performance where the key is the main feature, and to prevent the key from being too conspicuous when the outpost performance is the main feature. For example, when keys are stocked in a stock performance, and when a character throws a key toward a keyhole in a chance-up performance (the initial most enlarged state), the display size of the key image is larger in the latter case. You may do so. With such a configuration, it is possible to make the opening of the key more impactful than when the key is stocked. Furthermore, by creating an impact, even if the performance that is the target of the chance-up performance has low expectations, it is possible to give the player the impression that it is a desirable performance.

(Key chance up effect (design))
Next, a specific example of the key chance up effect targeting decorative symbols will be explained. FIGS. 8-18 to 8-20 are explanatory diagrams showing specific examples of the key chance up effect targeting decorative symbols. Note that in FIGS. 8-18 to 8-20, the effect screen changes in the order of (1), (2), and (3).

As shown in FIG. 8-18(1), an outpost effect in which the character A image 001IWC01 and the enemy character A image 001IWC02 confront each other is executed. In addition, as shown in FIG. 8-18 (1), an effect display in which the mini key image 001IWG10 with the enclosed character display "design" and the mini character A image 001IWC10 move around the edge of the display area of the image display device 5 will be held. At this time, the mini-key image 001IWG10 moves around the mini-character A image 001IWC10.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-18(1), the movable body 32 is located at an initial position covering a part of the upper part of the display area of the image display device 5.

Note that the performance images related to the outpost performance (for example, the character A image 001IWC01, the enemy character A image 001IWC02, etc.) are also displayed after FIG. 8-18(1), but are omitted from illustration for the sake of simplicity. In this example, the performance images related to the outpost performance are the performance images related to the chance-up performance (for example, a key image, a keyhole image, a mini-character image, etc.), and the performance images related to the performance that is the target of the chance-up performance (for example, It has a lower display priority than other images (title display, subtitle display, decorative design, cut-in display), and is displayed in a lower layer than those images.

Next, when the chance-up promotion effect is executed, as shown in FIG. 8-18 (2), a keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13 that suggests that a keyhole will appear is displayed in the center of the display area. At this time, the mini-key image 001IWG10 and the mini-character A image 001IWC10 stop moving around the edges of the display area of the image display device 5, and the mini-key image 001IWG10 stops moving around the mini-character A image 001IWC10. . Also, next to the mini-key image 001IWG10 and the mini-character A image 001IWC10, a "!" is displayed indicating the existence of the keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13. Note that the keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13 displayed in the chance-up promotion effect is expressed as a dotted line in this example as shown in Figure 8-18, but it is actually a lower layer effect image (for example, in the outpost effect). It has transparency that allows viewing of the effect image), so that the contents of the super reach (i.e., outpost effect) are not obstructed as much as possible even while the chance-up promotion effect is being executed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-18(3), an effect display is started in which the keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13 is gradually reduced. Then, as shown in Figure 8-18 (4), the gradually shrinking keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13 approaches the decorative pattern display area that is the target of the chance-up effect, and eventually as shown in Figure 8-18 (5). Thus, an effect display is performed in which the keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13 reaches near the center position between the left ornamental symbol display area 5L and the right ornamental symbol display area 5R (position corresponding to the center ornamental symbol display area 5C). At this time, a triangular mark indicating that the keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13 has been reduced is displayed around the keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13. In addition, the mini-key image 001IWG10 and the mini-character A image 001IWC10 are displayed in a moving manner so as to follow the moving keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-18(6), the keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13 becomes a silhouette state, and an effect display is performed in which a glowing effect image is displayed around the keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13. At this time, an effect display is also performed in which the mini key image 001IWG10 and the mini character A image 001IWC10 are in a silhouette state, and a glowing effect image is displayed around them. In this example, as shown in Figures 8-18 (5) to 8-18 (6), when changing the pose of mini-character A, an image in the silhouette state is first displayed, and then an image in the silhouette state is displayed. An image of the mini-character A in the pose changed from is displayed. In this way, instead of using material data in which the mini-character moves and changes its pose, by switching between images with silhouette images in between, the material data is simplified and the man-hours and cost required for production are reduced. be able to.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-18 (7), a keyhole (substantive) image is displayed near the center position of the left decorative pattern display area 5L and the right decorative pattern display area 5R (position corresponding to the center decorative pattern display area 5C). 001IWG11 is displayed. By displaying such a performance, it becomes clear that the object of the chance-up performance is a decorative pattern.

In this example, when executing the chance-up effect for subtitle display, the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 is displayed at approximately the center of the subtitle display 001IWG20, as shown in FIG. 8-16 (7), while the decoration When executing a chance-up effect targeting a symbol, as shown in FIG. The keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 is displayed at a position shifted from the corresponding position) toward the center of the display area. With this configuration, it is possible to avoid the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 from being covered by the movable body 32 and becoming difficult to see, and the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 can be suitably displayed according to the characteristics of the target performance. can do.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-18 (8), an effect display is performed in which the character A located at the front side of the screen performs an action of throwing a key toward the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 located at the back side of the screen. . Then, as shown in FIG. 8-19 (9), an effect display is performed in which the key image 001IWG12 appears to move from the front side of the screen toward the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 on the back side. Therefore, the key image 001IWG12 is initially displayed at a larger display size than the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11, as shown in Figure 8-19 (9), and then as shown in Figure 8-19 (10). It is displayed as if it were moving toward the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 while being reduced in size (gradually becoming smaller as an expression of moving away).

Then, a key image 30IWG12 and a keyhole (substance) image 001IWG11 are displayed as an effect display in which the key is stuck in the keyhole, as shown in FIG. 8-19 (11), and an effect in which the key turns in the keyhole (that is, the key is opened). As a display, a key image 001IWG12 rotated by a keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 is displayed as shown in FIG. 8-19 (12).

When the key is turned in the keyhole (that is, the key is opened), the character A and the text "Symbol rank up" are displayed as shown in FIG. 8-19 (13). Then, as shown in FIG. 8-19 (14), while the character A and the text display of "Symbol rank up" are displayed, the left decorative symbol shakes violently in the left decorative symbol display area 5L, and the right ornament In the pattern display area 5R, an effect display is performed in which the right decorative pattern swings violently. In this example, as shown in Figures 8-19 (13) and (14), character A is displayed close up to cover up the performance image related to the outpost performance, and a chance-up performance is executed in the middle of the outpost performance. This reduces the discomfort of being exposed to something.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-19 (15), an image of characters A and B standing side by side is displayed near the center of the display area of the image display device 5, and the characters swing violently to a position superimposed on the image. An effect display is performed in which the left decorative pattern and the right decorative pattern move. Then, as shown in FIG. 8-19 (16), the violently oscillating left decorative pattern and right decorative pattern are enlarged and displayed close to each other, and a glowing effect image is displayed around them. In this manner, when the chance-up effect (design) is executed, the decorative design is displayed in a manner that is easier to recognize than the normal manner. Therefore, it is possible to draw attention to the decorative pattern that is the object of the chance-up effect (design).

In this example, when a ready-to-reach effect or a stock effect is started after a ready-to-reach effect is established, the decorative symbols gently oscillate in the upper left and upper left of the image display area, as shown in Figures 8-11 to 8-15. However, when a chance-up effect (symbol) is executed and the decorative pattern is enlarged and displayed, the decorative pattern is displayed in a violently oscillating manner. With such a configuration, the effect of the chance-up effect (design) can be enhanced.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-20 (17), when the glowing effect images around the left decoration pattern and right decoration pattern are erased, the left decoration pattern and right decoration pattern change from the normal color (white) to red. A pattern is displayed, and an effect display is performed in which the left decorative pattern and the right decorative pattern swing gently as usual.

After that, as shown in FIG. 8-20 (18), an effect display is performed in which the red right decorative pattern and left decorative pattern move to the left decorative pattern display area 5L and the right decorative pattern display area 5R, respectively, The remaining outpost performances are executed. As the chance-up effect (design) for the decorative design was executed, all the stored keys were used, so mini character A image 001IWC10 and mini key image 001IWG10 will not be displayed from now on, but please note that they will not be displayed. No special effects will be performed as shown. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the mini-key image 001IWG10, which is no longer used, from becoming conspicuous.

In this example, when displaying a decorative pattern enlarged due to a chance-up effect (design), a notification image is displayed that makes it difficult to see the background image related to the reach effect being executed, but the enlarged decorative pattern is Display priority is higher than images. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 8-19 (13) and (14), as a notification image related to the chance-up effect, a character and text display such as "Symbol rank up" are displayed along with an effect image related to the outpost effect. It is displayed in a manner that covers the effect image, and an image in which character A and character B stand side by side is displayed as shown in FIG. 8-19 (15) to FIG. 8-20 (17). However, as shown in Figures 8-19 (13) to (16), when the decorative pattern is enlarged and displayed using a chance-up effect (design), the decorative pattern is displayed at the forefront and is covered by other images such as characters. Not hidden. With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to the decorative pattern that is the target of the chance-up effect, and it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect.

Further, in this example, when the decorative symbols are enlarged and displayed due to the chance-up effect (symbols), they are displayed in a closer positional relationship than the positional relationship in the normal reach state before being enlarged and displayed. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-19 (16), the left and right decorative symbols are displayed in a positional relationship closer to each other than their normal positions. With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to the decorative pattern that is the target of the chance-up effect, and it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect.

In addition, in this example, the chance up key corresponding to the type of chance up performance is stocked in the stock performance, so by checking the stocked chance up keys, you can know in advance what type of key chance up performance will be executed. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration. For example, a chance-up key (hereinafter also referred to as a non-specific chance-up key) that cannot specify which type of chance-up effect it corresponds to can be provided. Good too. According to such a configuration, when non-specific chance up keys are stocked, it is possible to create expectations as to what kind of key chance up effect will be executed.

Further, in the case of a configuration in which a non-specific chance up key is provided, there may be a chance up performance in which the chance up performance is executed after the performance, and a chance up performance in which it is not performed. Hereinafter, when distinguishing between the two, the former will also be referred to as a chance-increasing performance (true) and the latter as a chance-increasing performance (false). With this configuration, when the chance-up promotion performance is started, it is possible to draw attention to whether it is a chance-up promotion performance (true) or a chance-up promotion performance (false).

For example, in a chance-up promotion effect (false), an image suggesting a keyhole corresponding to a stocked item (key) (for example, keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13) is displayed, and then an image indicating a keyhole (for example, a keyhole The image suggesting the keyhole (for example, the keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13) is deleted without displaying the (substantive) image 001IWG11). On the other hand, in the chance-up promotion effect (true), after an image suggesting a keyhole corresponding to a stocked item (key) (for example, keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13) is displayed, an image indicating a keyhole (for example, a keyhole (Substance) image 001IWG11) is displayed. By displaying such a performance, it becomes clear that the chance-up promotion performance being executed is a chance-up promotion performance (true), and the target of the chance-up production using a non-specific chance-up key becomes clear.

In this example, regardless of where the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 is displayed (that is, regardless of which effect is the target of the chance-up effect), at least a part of the chance-up promotion effect is It is carried out in a common manner. Specifically, as shown in Figures 8-16 (2) to (5) and Figures 8-18 (2) to (5), even if the target effects of the chance-up effect are different, the keyhole (suggestion) ) Image 001IWG13 is initially displayed in a close-up manner over the entire screen, and is then displayed in a common manner in which it is reduced in size. With this configuration, it is possible to draw attention to whether or not the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 is displayed, that is, whether or not the chance-up effect is executed, and which of the effects is the target of the chance-up effect. It can draw attention to the crab.

In addition, in this example, in the chance-up effect, regardless of the position where the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 is displayed (that is, regardless of the type of target effect), the image is displayed at a common display position to become the target effect. Notify that the performance mode will change. Specifically, as shown in Figures 8-17 (13) and 8-19 (13), characters and characters such as "subtitle rank up" and "design rank up" are displayed to change the presentation mode. Announce changes. With such a configuration, it is possible to easily recognize that the performance mode of the target performance changes due to the chance-up performance.

Further, in this example, the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 is not displayed at the timing when the performance mode of the target performance changes in the chance-up performance. Specifically, as shown in Figures 8-17 (13) to (15) and Figures 8-19 (13) to Figure 8-20 (17), the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 is used for displaying subtitles and decorative patterns. It is not displayed at the timing when the aspect changes. With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to the fact that the performance aspect of the target performance changes due to the chance-up performance.

In addition, in this example, the performance images related to at least some of the multiple types of performances targeted for chance-up production have a display priority higher than that of the key image even when the key image acts on the keyhole image. expensive. Specifically, the decorative pattern has a higher display priority than the key image even when the key image acts on the keyhole image. With such a configuration, visibility of some effects can be ensured in any situation. In addition, for production images related to production other than some (for example, information that is not related to the progress of the game, such as title display or subtitle display), display priority is given to the key image over the key image when the key image acts on the keyhole image. By lowering the degree, it is possible to realize a realistic production and enhance the production effect.

In addition, in this example, as shown in Figure 8-17 (13) and Figure 8-19 (13), when executing the chance-up effect, the effect image or character that covers the effect image related to the outpost effect, the "subtitle rank It is possible to display notification images such as characters such as "up" and "design rank up". Then, when those notification images are displayed, a production pattern (for example, as shown in Figure 8-19 (13) to Figure 8-20 (17)) that changes the production mode of the production targeted for chance-up production , a pattern in which the appearance of the decorative pattern changes while the characters and text displaying "Design Rank Up" remains) and a pattern in which the appearance of the target effect changes when the notification image is displayed. (For example, as shown in Figures 8-17 (13) to (15), a pattern in which the active display mode changes after the effect image, character, and text display of "subtitle rank up" is deleted) , it is possible to perform a chance-up effect. With this configuration, by displaying the notification image, the player can be made aware that the performance mode of the target performance will change, and the chance-up performance can be suitably improved by the performance pattern according to the target performance. can be executed. Especially for the former, it is possible to make the performance flashy by seamlessly increasing the chance (that is, changing the performance mode of the target performance) when the notification image is displayed, and for the latter, the notification image By increasing the chance (that is, changing the performance mode of the target performance) after the is deleted, it is possible to prevent the amount of data related to performance control from increasing.

In addition, in this example, the performance pattern that changes the performance mode of the performance that is the target of the chance-up performance when the notification image is displayed is the target when the performance pattern is different from when the notification image is displayed. Expectations for a jackpot are higher than performance patterns that change the performance mode. Specifically, a chance-up effect in which the appearance of the decorative pattern changes has a higher expectation of a jackpot than a chance-increase effect in which the appearance of subtitles changes (see FIG. 8-5). With such a configuration, the level of expectation can be varied depending on the flashiness of the performance pattern, and the interest can be improved.

Further, in this example, the notification image is an image that can specify which production mode has changed, and is different from the production image related to the production concerned. For example, as shown in FIGS. 8-17 (13) and 8-19 (13), characters such as "subtitle rank up" and "design rank up" are displayed. With such a configuration, it is possible to easily recognize which performance mode of the performance has changed.

In addition, in this example, the notification image displayed during the execution of the chance-up effect is displayed in a manner that covers the effect image related to the super reach (outpost effect), but the effect that is the target of the chance-up effect is the effect related to the effect. Some images are covered by the notification image, while others are not, and the latter has a higher expectation of a jackpot than the former. Specifically, as shown in Figure 8-17 (13) and Figure 8-19 (13), the notification image includes an effect image that covers the performance image related to the outpost performance, as well as characters and "subtitle rank up" and "design ``Rank Up'' is displayed, but while this notification image covers the subtitle display 001IWG20, it does not cover the decorative pattern. The chance-up effect in which the appearance of the decorative pattern changes has a higher expectation of a jackpot than the chance-increase effect in which the subtitle display changes (see FIG. 8-5). With such a configuration, the degree of expectation can be varied depending on the flashiness of the chance-up effect, and the interest can be improved.

In addition, in this example, there are two types of effects that are subject to chance-up effects: those in which the effect image is covered by the notification image, and those in which the effect image is not covered, and the latter is more effective within one variable display period than the former. There is a high rate of execution at a later timing. Specifically, the chance-up effect in which the mode of the decorative pattern changes is executed at a later timing than the chance-up effect in which the mode of subtitle display changes (see FIG. 8-2). With such a configuration, it is possible to execute a chance-up performance that corresponds to a time when the expectations of the players are high.

In addition, in this example, there are two types of effects that are subject to chance-up effects: those in which the effect image is covered by the notification image, and those in which the effect image is not covered, and in the latter case, one notification image is used as the target of the other notification image. Switch to display the image. Specifically, when the chance-up effect targeting decorative symbols is executed, after the character A image is displayed as shown in FIGS. 8-19 (13) to (14), the character A image is displayed as shown in FIGS. ) ~ As shown in FIG. 8-20 (17), an image in which character A and character B stand side by side is displayed. With such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the production effect of the highly anticipated chance-up production.

(Non-key chance up production (subtitles))
Next, a specific example of the non-key chance up effect will be explained. FIG. 8-21 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a specific example of a non-key chance up effect targeting subtitle display. In addition, in FIG. 8-21, the effect screen changes in the order of (1), (2), and (3).

When the outpost effect in which the character A image 001IWC01 and the enemy character A image 001IWC02 confront each other is executed and the dialogue effect starts, the subtitle display 001IWG20 "It's a battle" is displayed as shown in Figure 8-21 (1). be done. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-21(1), an effect display is performed in which the mini-key image 001IWG10 and the mini-character A image 001IWC10 move at the end of the display area of the image display device 5. At this time, an effect display is performed in which the mini key image 001IWG10 moves around the mini character A image 001IWC10.

Next, when the non-key chance up effect (subtitles) is started, a glowing effect display is displayed around the subtitle display 001IWG20, as shown in FIG. 8-21(2). Then, as shown in FIG. 8-21(3), when the glowing effect display is erased, the subtitle display 001IWG20 whose color has changed from the normal color (white) to blue is displayed.

In this example, when a non-key chance up effect is executed without going through a stock effect, a notification image (for example, an effect as shown in FIG. 8-19 (13)) when a key chance up effect is executed. Images, characters, characters such as "subtitle rank up" and "design rank up") are not displayed, and a predetermined image smaller in size than the notification image (specifically, as shown in Figure 8-21 (2)) is not displayed. , an effect display in which the area around the subtitle display lights up) is displayed, and the aspect of the target performance changes. With such a configuration, even when a non-key chance up performance is executed without going through a stock performance, it is possible to easily recognize that the aspect of the performance targeted for the non-key chance up performance changes.

Next, an explanation will be given of the execution interval when the chance up effect is executed a plurality of times. FIG. 8-22 is an explanatory diagram showing a comparative example of a case where a key chance up effect is executed a plurality of times, and a case where a non-key chance up effect and a key chance up effect are executed.

FIG. 8-22(A) shows a case where the key chance increasing effect (symbols) is executed after the key chance increasing effect (subtitles) is executed, and FIG. 8-22(B) shows the case where the key chance increasing effect (symbols) is executed. A case is shown in which a key chance up effect (symbols) is executed after a non-key chance up effect (subtitles) is executed.

As shown in Figures 8-16 to 8-17 and Figure 8-21, the non-key chance up performance makes it easier to see other performances such as the outpost performance that are being executed at the same time, compared to the key chance up performance. In addition to this, the performance execution period is short. In other words, the key chance up performance makes it difficult to visually recognize other performances such as outpost performances that are being executed at the same time, and the performance execution period is longer than the non-key chance up performance. Therefore, if key chance-up effects are executed one after another, the player will have a long period of time in which other effects such as outpost effects cannot be seen, and the player will be concerned about the state of other effects and enjoy the chance-up effects that are currently being executed. There is a risk that it will disappear.

Therefore, as shown in Figure 8-22 (A), when performing the key chance up effect multiple times, an interval of a specific period T1 is provided, and as shown in Figure 8-22 (B), when the key chance up effect is executed multiple times, When executing the key chance up effect after executing the up effect, it is configured to be able to be executed before the specific period T1 has elapsed (in FIG. 8-22(B), after a period T2 shorter than the specific period T1 has elapsed). Note that during the specific period T1, it is desirable that the video related to super reach be viewed for a predetermined period of time (for example, 5 seconds) or more. In other words, it is desirable to ensure a specific period during which the flow of super reach is not lost. With such a configuration, it is possible to space out the key chance up performances using key images to make each one stand out, and it is also possible to make the key chance up performances consecutively executed so that other performances such as outpost performances cannot be seen. This can prevent the period from becoming longer. Further, instead of uniformly providing intervals, by making it possible to perform the key chance up performance relatively early after the non-key chance up performance, it is possible to flexibly execute a plurality of chance up performances. Note that the configuration is not limited to the one shown in FIG. 8-22(B). For example, if the key chance up effect is executed after the non-key chance up effect is executed, the key chance up effect is performed at the same time as the non-key chance up effect ends. It may also be possible to perform a performance.

In addition, in this example, when the chance-up effect is executed, a notification image is displayed to make it easier to recognize that the chance-up effect is being executed, but if the progress of the reach effect is stopped during this time, the reach effect is Since the amount of data related to the effect increases, the ready-to-reach effect is continued even while the notification image is displayed. However, in such a configuration, even when at least some of the performance images related to the reach performance are difficult to see due to the notification image, the player becomes concerned about whether another chance-up performance will be executed, and the performance effect decreases. However, there is a risk that interest will decrease. Therefore, in this example, as shown in Figures 8-2 and 8-3, when the first chance-up effect is being executed, other chance-up effects are not executed, and until the notification image is deleted, The configuration is such that chance-up effects with different target effects are not executed. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the performance effect of the entire performance from deteriorating.

(Direction control timing)
Next, the control timing of each effect will be explained. FIG. 8-23 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a super reach performance, a performance targeted for a key chance up performance, and a control timing for the key chance up performance.

As shown in FIG. 8-23, when a performance that is the target of a chance-up performance (for example, a dialogue performance) is started, image display control (for example, subtitle display) and audio output control (for example, , dialogue audio output) is started (e.g., corresponds to FIG. 8-16(1)).

Next, when the chance-up effect is started, image display control (for example, display of a notification image) and audio output control (for example, output of a notification sound related to the chance-up effect) related to the chance-up effect are started (e.g. , corresponds to Figure 8-17 (13)).

At this time, the image display control and audio output control related to the super reach (for example, outpost effect) are continued, but the audio output is performed at a low volume that is lower than the normal volume. Similarly, the image display control and audio output control related to the performance targeted for the chance-up performance (for example, dialogue performance) continue, but the audio output is performed at a low volume that is lower than the normal volume. Note that when the key chance up effect is being executed, the display control of the effect image related to the super reach (for example, outpost effect) is continued, as shown in FIG. 8-17 (13), but the key chance up effect is The display priority is lower than that of a performance image (for example, a notification image) related to the performance, and at least a portion thereof is covered up.

Next, when the notification image related to the chance-up effect is deleted and the effect mode of the target effect changes (for example, when the subtitle display color changes), the sound related to the super reach (for example, outpost effect) and the chance-up effect are deleted. The audio related to the performance (for example, dialogue performance) that is the target of the close-up performance is returned to the normal volume and output.

In this example, as shown in Figures 8-16 to 8-17 and Figure 8-23, in the dialogue performance, the subtitle display and audio output related to the dialogue performance are performed in conjunction with each other, and the audio output is The volume is configured such that the volume decreases when the up effect (subtitles) starts, and returns to the original volume when the subtitle display changes due to the chance up effect (subtitles). With this configuration, it is possible to suitably attract attention to both the chance-up performance and the performance changed by the chance-up performance. Note that the configuration is not limited to this example, and for example, the audio output related to the performance that is the target of the chance-up performance may be muted (or not output) while the notification sound related to the chance-up performance is being output. good. For example, if the volume of the audio output related to the dialogue performance decreases (or becomes muted) during the chance-up performance (subtitles), after the subtitle display related to the dialogue performance changes due to the chance-up performance (subtitles), , the same dialogue voice may be output again. Specifically, at the timing shown in Figure 8-16 (1), the dialogue voice "It's a game" is output, and at the timing shown in Figure 8-16 (15), the chance-up effect (subtitles) is used to display the subtitles "It's a game". When the change occurs, the dialogue voice "It's a game" may be output again. Furthermore, the voice dialogue after the change in subtitle display may have a different volume or sound quality than before the change in subtitle display.

In addition, in this example, when the notification image related to the chance-up effect is displayed, the output of the sound related to the reach effect that is currently being executed is continued, and the notification sound related to the chance-up effect is output. The volume of the notification sound is higher than the sound related to the reach effect. Specifically, as shown in Figures 8-17 (13) to (14) and Figure 8-23, a character and text display such as "Subtitle rank up" are displayed along with an effect image as a notification image related to the chance-up effect. While the performance image related to the outpost performance is displayed in a manner covering it, the notification sound related to the chance-up performance is output at a louder volume than the performance sound related to the outpost performance. With such a configuration, it is possible to make the user aware that the notification image is being displayed while continuing the reach effect. Note that the configuration is not limited to this example, and for example, the audio output related to the reach effect may be muted (or not output) while the notification sound related to the chance up effect is output.

(Variation example of key chance up production (subtitles))
Next, a modification of the key chance up effect (subtitles) will be explained. FIGS. 8-24 and 8-25 are explanatory diagrams showing modified examples of the key chance up production for subtitle display. Note that in FIGS. 8-24 and 8-25, the effect screen changes in the order of (1), (2), and (3).

Hereinafter, parts that are different from those in FIGS. 8-16 to 8-17 will be mainly explained. In the modification shown in FIGS. 8-24 and 8-25, as shown in FIG. 8-24 (1), when an outpost effect in which character A image 001IWC01 and enemy character A image 001IWC02 confront each other is executed, As shown in 8-16 (2), before the dialogue performance starts (before the subtitle display is displayed), the chance-up promotion performance is started. Then, as shown in FIG. 8-24 (3) to FIG. 8-25 (14), the chance-up promotion effect and the key chance-up effect (subtitles) are executed before the subtitle display is displayed.

In the modified examples shown in FIGS. 8-24 and 8-25, a notification image is displayed so that at least a part of the effect image related to the reach effect being executed is not visible, and when the notification image is deleted, A chance-up performance is executed in a manner that changes the form of the target performance. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-25 (13), as a notification image related to the chance-up effect, a character and a text display such as "subtitle rank up" are covered with an effect image over the effect image related to the outpost effect. As shown in FIG. 8-25 (15), when they are deleted, the subtitle display mode changes (or the subtitle display is displayed according to the changed mode).

In addition, in the modified examples shown in FIGS. 8-24 and 8-25, when performing a chance-up effect that changes the aspect of the effect image related to the target effect, the notification is sent before the effect image is displayed. Start displaying the image. Then, until the notification image is deleted, a chance-up effect with a different target effect is not executed. Specifically, before the subtitle image related to the target dialogue effect is displayed, a character and a text display such as "subtitle rank up" are displayed together with an effect image as a notification image related to the chance-up effect. As shown in FIGS. 8-25, 8-26, 8-2, and 8-3, when one chance-up effect is being executed, other chance-up effects are not executed.

In the modified examples shown in FIGS. 8-25 and 8-26, the chance-up effect is executed before the effect image (i.e., subtitle display) related to the effect that is the target of the chance-up effect is displayed. Since the display of a notification image (that is, an effect image, a character, and a text display such as "Subtitle Rank Up") that notifies the user of the problem is started, it is possible to easily recognize that the chance-up effect is being executed. However, if you start displaying the notification image and then display the effect image related to the effect that is the target of the chance-up effect, there will be a long period during which at least a part of the effect image related to the reach effect will not be visible. There is a risk that the player may become concerned about whether another change effect will be executed, which may reduce the effect of the effect and reduce interest. Therefore, in this example, as shown in Figures 8-2 and 8-3, when one chance-up effect is being executed, other chance-up effects are not executed, and until the notification image is deleted, The configuration is such that chance-up effects with different target effects are not executed. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the performance effect of the entire performance from deteriorating.

(Direction control timing (modified example))
Next, the control timing of each effect when executing a modified example of the key chance up effect (subtitles) will be explained. FIG. 8-26 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the super reach performance, the performance targeted for the key chance up performance, and the control timing of the key chance up performance in the modified examples shown in FIGS. 8-24 and 8-25. be.

As shown in FIG. 8-26, in the modified examples shown in FIGS. 8-24 and 8-25, when the chance-up effect is started, the image display control related to the chance-up effect (for example, display of a notification image) and Audio output control (for example, output of a notification sound related to a chance-up effect) is started (for example, corresponds to FIG. 8-25 (13)).

At this time, the image display control and audio output control related to the super reach (for example, outpost effect) are continued, but the audio output is performed at a low volume that is lower than the normal volume. Note that when the key chance up effect is being executed, as shown in Figure 8-25 (13), the display control of the effect images related to the super reach (for example, outpost effect) will continue to be performed, but the key chance up effect will continue to be controlled. The display priority is lower than the performance image (for example, the notification image) related to the performance, and at least a portion thereof is covered.

Next, when the notification image related to the chance-up performance is deleted and the performance mode of the target performance changes (for example, when the display color of the subtitles changes, or when the subtitles in the changed mode are displayed), the chance-up effect increases. The audio related to the performance targeted for the up performance (for example, dialogue performance) is output at the normal volume, and the audio related to the super reach (for example, outpost performance) is output at the normal volume.

In the modified examples shown in FIGS. 8-24 to 8-26, the audio output related to the performance that is the target of the chance-up performance is performed at the normal volume when changing due to the chance-up performance. Specifically, as shown in Figures 8-24 to 8-26, the audio output related to the dialogue production is muted (or not output) when the chance-up production (subtitles) starts. ), when the subtitle display changes due to chance-up effect (subtitles), the volume becomes normal (or when the subtitle display changed from the normal color is displayed, the volume is output at normal volume). With this configuration, it is possible to suitably attract attention to both the chance-up performance and the performance changed by the chance-up performance.

In the configuration of the feature section 001IW, effects targeted for chance-up effects are displayed at various positions such as the top, bottom, and bottom right of the display area of the image display device 5, and the mini key image 001IWG10 and the mini character A image 001IWC10 are , move through those positions. With this configuration, it is possible to draw attention to the position where the mini key image 001IWG10 and the mini character A image 001IWC10 are moved and displayed, and whether the effect displayed at that position is a target of the chance-up effect. .

Furthermore, in the configuration of the feature section 001IW, after executing one chance-up effect targeting one effect, when another chance-up effect targeting another effect is executed, the first chance-up effect is executed. After a predetermined period of time has elapsed, another chance-up effect is executed (see FIG. 8-3). With this configuration, it is possible to leave a space between one chance-up effect and another chance-up effect to make each one stand out, and it is also possible to display the manner in which the mini-key image 001IWG10 and the mini-character A image 001IWC10 move. It is possible to secure a period for conducting such activities.

In addition, in the configuration of the characteristic part 001IW, when the mini key image 001IWG10 and the mini character A image 001IWC10 are moving at the edge of the display area of the image display device 5, the mini key image 001IWG10 and the mini character A image 001IWC10 have a chance-up effect. The display priority is lower than the performance images (for example, title display, subtitle display, decorative patterns, etc.) related to the performance that can be targeted for, and is displayed in a lower layer than them. With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to a performance that can be a target of a chance-up performance. Note that the configuration is not limited to this, and the mini key image 001IWG10 and the mini character A image 001IWC10 can be used in one of the effects that can be the target of a chance-up effect while moving around the edge of the display area of the image display device 5. Displayed in a lower layer than the production images related to some productions (for example, decorative patterns), and displayed in a higher layer than production images related to other productions (for example, title display and subtitle display) Good too.

In addition, in the configuration of the feature section 001IW, the mini key image 001IWG10 and the mini character A image 001IWC10 are displayed during the execution of the super reach, and have a higher display priority than the performance images related to the super reach (for example, character images related to the outpost performance). However, when the chance-up effect is not being executed, it is displayed so as not to obstruct the viewing of at least the central part of the effect image related to the super reach. Specifically, the mini-key image 001IWG10 and the mini-character A image 001IWC10 are displayed so as not to move in the center of the display area of the image display device 5, but to move at the edges of the display area, and the face of the character image related to the outpost effect is displayed. It is not displayed superimposed on other parts. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the mini-key image 001IWG10 and the mini-character A image 001IWC10 from interfering with the super reach (outpost effect) while displaying the mini-key image 001IWG10 and the mini-character A image 001IWC10.

In addition, in the configuration of the characteristic part 001IW, the movement speed of the mini character A image 001IWC10 and the mini key image 001IWG10 is limited to It moves at a low speed, and when it is specified (or when a chance-up promotion effect is executed), it moves at a high speed. With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to the chance-up promotion performance or the performance targeted by the chance-up performance.

In addition, in the configuration of the characteristic part 001IW, the mini key image 001IWG10 and the mini character A image 001IWC10 are placed in a common initial position after the chance-up effect is executed and after the chance-up promotion effect (false) is executed. Is displayed. With such a configuration, it is possible to make it easy to understand that the chance-up promotion effect (false) has ended, and it is possible to express the meaning of a fresh start. Furthermore, by redisplaying the image at the initial position, it is possible to prevent the amount of data related to production control from increasing.

Furthermore, in the configuration of the feature section 001IW, the keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13 and the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 can be displayed only once in response to the same effect. For example, if a chance-increasing effect (or a chance-increasing effect (false)) that incites whether or not a chance-increasing effect targeting dialogue displays is executed once, the dialogue display will not be displayed after that. Even if the dialogue is displayed, the chance-up promotion effect will not be executed again. With such a configuration, it is possible to easily understand the suggestive performance that is the target of the chance-up performance.

Note that the mini-key image 001IWG10 and the mini-character A image 001IWC10 are arranged so that a part thereof protrudes outside the display area (that is, a part is not displayed) while moving the edge of the display area of the image display device 5. Good too. With such a configuration, the mini-key image 001IWG10 and the mini-character A image 001IWC10 can be flexibly moved and displayed in accordance with effect images related to other effects.

Further, for example, when the mini-key image 001IWG10 and the mini-character A image 001IWC10 are moving at the end of the display area of the image display device 5, a performance that is not a target of the chance-up performance may not be executed. With such a configuration, attention can be drawn to the effect performed when the mini-key image 001IWG10 and the mini-character A image 001IWC10 are moving at the end of the display area of the image display device 5.

Furthermore, with the configuration of the feature section 001IW, since the chance-up effect can be executed multiple times, the number of times it has been executed may be recognized. For example, when the first chance-up effect is executed, an effect image imitating a blue flame is displayed at the end of the display area of the image display device 5, and when the second chance-up effect is executed, the corresponding The effect image may change to green, and when the third chance-up effect is executed, the effect image may change to red. With such a configuration, it is possible to recognize that a chance up effect has been performed even after the chance up effect has ended and the related effect image has been erased.

In addition, in the configuration of the feature section 001IW, there are multiple types of effects that are subject to chance-up effects, and the display size of the effect image related to each effect is different. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 8-14 (1) and (2), the display size of the subtitle display is smaller than that of the title display. In this example, the chance-up effect is executed in such a manner that a keyhole (substantive) image is displayed at the position where the effect targeted for the chance-up effect is displayed. Therefore, the display size of the keyhole (substantive) image is configured to vary depending on the target performance. With such a configuration, by displaying the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 at a display size suitable for the target performance, it is possible to create a performance that does not feel strange.

On the other hand, when the keyhole image is materialized, the silhouette of the keyhole (suggestion) image 001IWG13 is displayed in a common size regardless of the type of performance targeted for the chance-up performance. After that, the keyhole (substantive) image 001IWG11 is displayed in a display size that corresponds to the type of performance that is the target of the chance-up performance. By adopting such a configuration, it is possible to standardize the animation until the keyhole materializes, and it is possible to suppress an increase in the amount of data related to effect control.

As explained above, this feature section 001IW discloses the configuration of the gaming machine shown in means 1 to 32 shown below.

(Means 1) A gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game state) that is advantageous to the player, and a variable display means that can variably display a plurality of types of decorative identification information (for example, decorative patterns). and a reach effect execution means capable of executing a reach effect (for example, a super reach effect) after the combination of decoration identification information becomes a reach state; A change effect that changes the current effect to a mode with a higher degree of expectation that is controlled more advantageously than the first mode (for example, changing the display color of title display, subtitle display, decorative pattern, and cut-in display to normal color (white)) A chance-up effect that changes from blue to green, red, or gold, and a battle situation display that shows the battle status in a battle effect (for example, from a state that shows a state of defeat to a state that shows a state of victory) and a change performance execution means capable of executing a chance-up performance (revival), etc.), and the variable display means displays decoration identification information that is in a reach state when the reach performance is being executed. It is possible to display it at a predetermined display position in a smaller size than before the ready-to-reach effect is executed (for example, the decorative pattern shown in FIG. 8-10 can be displayed in a smaller size than the decorative pattern shown in FIG. 11 - When the reach effects shown in Figures 8-14 (early reach effect, stock effect, outpost effect, battle effect, etc.) are being executed, the decorative designs are displayed in the upper left and upper left of the image display area in a smaller size. ), the decoration identification information includes the first decoration identification information (for example, normal decoration patterns of "1" to "6" and "8" to "9" (normal color: white)), The change effect includes second decoration identification information different from the decoration identification information (for example, a special decoration pattern of "7" (normal color: gold)), and the change effect changes the display color of the decoration identification information in the reach state. A specific change effect that changes (for example, a chance-up effect (design) that changes the display color of a decorative pattern from the normal color (white) to blue, green, red, or gold), and a specific change to the first decoration identification information. When a production is executed, there is a higher expectation that the specific change production will be controlled in an advantageous state than when a specific change production is not executed for the one decoration identification information (for example, a chance-up production (symbol) The probability of execution is higher when a jackpot is determined than when the jackpot is executed, and the expectation of a jackpot is higher when the jackpot is executed than when it is not executed (see Figure 8-5 (C)). Execute a specific change effect in the reach effect when the information is in the reach state, and do not execute the specific change effect in the reach effect when the second decoration identification information is in the reach state (for example, if the fluctuation pattern is If it is a super reach A or B, it can be determined if a chance up effect (symbol) is executed, but if it is a super reach C, it cannot be determined if a chance up effect is executed. Steps 001IWS802 to S812 in FIG. 8-4, see FIG. 8-2), the reach performance execution means executes a predetermined reach performance (for example, super reach A, B) as a reach performance, and a state that is more advantageous than the predetermined reach performance. It is possible to perform a special reach effect (for example, super reach C) that is highly expected to be controlled (see Figure 8-1 (C)), and perform the reach effect after the second decoration identification information becomes the reach state. When executing the special reach effect, the ratio of executing the special reach effect is higher than when executing the reach effect after the first decoration identification information becomes the reach state (for example, in the variation pattern of super reach A or B, the normal decoration Super reach A or B is executed after reaching the reach state with the symbol, and in the variation pattern of super reach C, super reach C is executed after entering the reach state with the special decorative symbol.Step 001IWS802 in Figure 8-4 ~S804, see Figure 8-2), the expectation that the second decoration identification information will be in the reach state is higher than the first decoration identification information will be in the reach state, and the control will be controlled in an advantageous state. In the variable display, which is the trigger for There is a high expectation that this will be a jackpot, and when it is a jackpot, there is a higher percentage of Super Reach A or B than Super Reach C (see Figure 8-1 (C)).
With such a configuration, by providing the first decoration identification information that is the target of the specific change effect and the second decoration identification information that is not the target, it is possible to draw attention to which decoration identification information causes the reach state. can. In addition, when reaching the reach state with the second decoration identification information that is not the target, a highly anticipated reach effect is executed, so it is possible to prevent the player from being disappointed, and the reach state with the first decoration identification information When the state is reached, the reach effect, which has a higher level of expectation than when the second decoration identification information indicates the reach state, is not executed, but since it becomes the target of the specific change effect, it is possible to create expectations in the player. .

(Means 2) In means 1, the predetermined reach effect includes multiple types of predetermined reach effects (for example, super reach A and super reach B), and the timing at which the change effect is executed is different for each of the plurality of types of predetermined reach effects. (For example, the timing at which each chance-up performance is executed is determined for each type of super reach. See Figure 8-2).
With such a configuration, it is possible to flexibly execute changing effects depending on the type of predetermined ready-to-reach effects.

(Means 3) In means 1 or 2, the decoration identification information is displayed in a mode that is easier to recognize than the normal mode when a specific change effect related to the decoration identification information is executed (for example, in FIG. 8-19 (As shown in (16), the decorative pattern is enlarged and a glowing effect display is displayed around it), when the second decoration identification information is in the reach state and the first decoration identification information is in the reach state. (For example, as shown in Figure 8-10 (3A), the normal state of "1" to "6" and "8" to "9" As shown in Figure 8-10 (3B), when the special decorative pattern (gold pattern) of "7" is in the reach state, it is more likely to be "7" than if the decorative pattern (white pattern) is in the reach state. A glowing effect display is displayed around the special decorative pattern (gold pattern) to make it easy to recognize).
With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to the decoration identification information that is the target of the specific change effect, and it is also possible to make it easier to recognize that the player is in a highly anticipated ready-to-reach state.

(Means 4) In any one of means 1 to 3, when a special reach effect is executed, a predetermined reach effect is executed and the control is controlled to be more advantageous than when a change effect is executed in the predetermined reach effect. (For example, the expectation level of a jackpot for Super Reach C is the first reach + Super Reach A that can perform a chance-up effect, the first reach + Super Reach B, the stock effect + Super Reach A, the stock effect + Super This is higher than the expected jackpot for Reach B (see Figure 8-1 (C) and Figure 8-5).
With such a configuration, it is possible to increase expectations when the special reach effect is executed.

(Means 5) In any of means 1 to 4, the predetermined reach effect includes a plurality of types of predetermined reach effects, and the change effect is a predetermined change effect that changes the display color of the effect image related to the reach effect (for example, Chance-up effect (title) that changes the display color of title display, Chance-up effect (subtitle) that changes the display color of subtitle display, Chance-up effect (cut-in) that changes the display color of cut-in display, etc.) Including, the order in which the specific change performance and the predetermined change performance are executed is the same in all of the multiple types of predetermined reach performances (for example, in both Super Reach A and B, chance up performance (title), chance up performance (subtitles), chance-up effect (design), and chance-up effect (cut-in) (see Figure 8-2).
With such a configuration, it is possible to create expectations by making it easier to recognize the change performance that will be performed next.

(Means 6) In any one of means 1 to 5, the ready-to-reach effect execution means is capable of executing the first-stage ready-to-reach effect after the decoration identification information becomes the ready-to-reach state and before the predetermined ready-to-reach effect is started. Yes (for example, as shown in Figure 8-2 (A), the first stage reach performance is executed before the outpost performance and battle performance in super reach are started), executed after the first stage reach performance and the first stage reach performance In the predetermined reach effect, the decoration identification information that becomes the reach state is displayed in the same or similar position (for example, when executing the first stage reach effect shown in Figure 8-11 (1), and in the case of Figure 8-14 (1)). ) - (8) Decorative symbols are displayed in the same or similar positions as when outpost effects and battle effects are executed), change effects are not executed when the first reach effect is being executed (for example, when the chance is increased) The performance is executed during the outpost performance or battle performance in Super Reach (see Figures 8-2 and 8-10).
With such a configuration, the reach performance can be increased in stages, and the performance effect can be enhanced.

(Means 7) In any one of means 1 to 6, when a specific change performance is executed for decoration identification information in one ready-to-reach state, a specific change performance is performed for decoration identification information in one ready-to-reach state. The degree of expectation that it will be controlled in an advantageous state is higher than when it is not executed (for example, as shown in Figure 8-5 (C), the execution decision is higher when there is a jackpot than when it is a loss), and the reach effect is executed. The means is capable of executing a predetermined reach effect and a special reach effect that is controlled to be more advantageous than the predetermined reach effect and has a high expectation level and a low execution rate (for example, FIG. 8-1 ( As shown in C), Super Reach C has a higher jackpot expectation and lower execution rate than Super Reach A and B), and the change performance execution means has a small size when the reach performance is executed. It is possible to perform a specific change effect by enlarging and displaying the decoration identification information displayed in a different display color at a position different from the predetermined display position, and then moving it to the predetermined display position (for example, As shown in Figure 8-20 (17), after the decorative pattern is enlarged and displayed in a different display color at a center position on the screen different from the normal position, the decorative pattern is moved to the normal position as shown in Figure 8-20 (18). A chance-up effect (symbol) is executed in such a manner as to cause a chance increase effect (symbol)), and when a predetermined reach effect is executed, a specific change effect is executed at a higher rate than when a special reach effect is executed ( For example, when Super Reach A and B are executed, chance-up effects (symbols) are executed at a higher rate than when Super Reach C is executed.Steps 001IWS802 to S806 in Figure 8-4 reference).
With such a configuration, when the ready-to-win effect is being performed, the decoration identification information indicating the ready-to-win state is displayed in a small size, thereby making it possible to ensure the visibility of the ready-to-reach effect. Furthermore, when a predetermined reach effect with a lower level of expectation than a special reach effect is being executed, by increasing the execution rate of the change effect, it is possible to raise expectations among players, and When a special ready-to-win performance with a low execution rate is being executed, by lowering the execution rate of the change performance, the user can concentrate on and enjoy the content of the ready-to-reach performance, and the performance effect can be prevented from deteriorating.

(Means 8) In any of the means 1 to 7, when displaying the decoration identification information in an enlarged manner, it is possible to display a special image that makes it difficult to see the background image related to the reach effect that is being executed (for example, as shown in FIG. -19 As shown in (13) to (14), as a notification image related to the chance-up effect, characters and text displays such as "Symbol rank up" are displayed together with the effect image in a manner that covers the effect image related to the outpost effect. In addition, as shown in Figures 8-19 (15) to 8-20 (17), images of character A and character B standing side by side are displayed), and the decoration identification information that is enlarged is displayed. , has a higher display priority than special images (for example, as shown in FIGS. 8-19 (13) to (16), decorative patterns are displayed in the forefront and are not covered by other images such as characters).
With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to the decoration identification information that is the target of the change effect, and it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect.

(Means 9) In any of the means 1 to 8, when the decoration identification information is enlarged and displayed, it is displayed in a closer positional relationship than the positional relationship in the normal reach state before being enlarged. For example, as shown in FIG. 8-19 (16), the left and right decorative symbols are displayed closer to each other than their normal positions).
With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to the decoration identification information that is the target of the change effect, and it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect.

(Means 10) In any one of means 1 to 9, the ready-to-reach performance execution means is capable of executing a plurality of types of predetermined ready-to-reach performances that differ in form and have different expectations for being controlled to an advantageous state. , the degree of expectation that is controlled to be advantageous when a change effect is executed is the same when any of multiple types of predetermined reach effects are executed (for example, as shown in Figure 8-5, the degree of expectation is controlled to be advantageous). The expected level of jackpot when the performance is executed is the same regardless of the type of super reach.)
With such a configuration, it is possible to easily recognize the degree of expectation that is controlled to be advantageous, and it is possible to prevent the control and configuration of the performance from becoming too complicated.

(Means 10-2) In any of means 1 to 9, the degree of expectation to be controlled to an advantageous state when the suggestive effect is executed is the same when any of the plurality of predetermined reach effects is executed. (For example, as shown in Figure 8-1 (C), there is a common difference between the case where the stock effect is executed during super reach A and the case where the stock effect is executed during super reach B). This is the expectation level of jackpot).
With such a configuration, it is possible to easily recognize the degree of expectation that is controlled to be advantageous, and it is possible to prevent the control and configuration of the performance from becoming too complicated.

(Means 11) In any one of the means 1 to 10, the decoration identification information in the ready-to-reach state is always oscillated and displayed during the ready-to-reach presentation, and when it is enlarged, it is displayed at a faster speed than when it is not enlarged. (For example, as shown in Figures 8-11 to 8-15, decorative symbols are constantly displayed in a oscillating manner during the reach effect, and as shown in Figures 8-19 (15) to (16). , when the image is enlarged, it is oscillated at a faster speed than when it is not enlarged).
With such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the performance effect of specific change performance for decoration identification information.

(Means 12) In any one of means 1 to 11, after a specific change effect is executed during a reach effect, when displaying a variable display result in the reach effect, the decoration identification information is enlarged and displayed. The decoration identification information to be displayed is displayed in the form before changing by the specific change effect (for example, as shown in Figure 8-15 (10), the decorative pattern is displayed in an enlarged manner, and the decoration identification information is displayed in the form before changing (normal color (white) )).
Depending on the form of the decoration identification information, there is a risk that the player may be misled into thinking that the player is in a special state, but such a configuration can prevent such misunderstanding.

(Means 13) In any one of means 1 to 12, a predetermined moving image is displayed after being informed that the reach effect is controlled to be advantageous, and the decoration identification information is set when the predetermined moving image is displayed. (For example, the decorative pattern is not displayed when the epilogue video shown in FIG. 8-15 (9) is displayed.)
With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to the predetermined moving image, and it is also possible to restore the form of the decoration identification information to its original form without making the player feel unnatural.

(Means 14) In any one of means 1 to 13, a notification image is displayed so that at least a part of the effect image related to the reach effect being executed is not visible, and when the notification image is erased, the target (For example, as shown in Figure 8-25 (13), a character and "subtitle rank up" are displayed along with the effect image as a notification image related to the chance-up effect. etc. are displayed in a manner that covers the performance image related to the outpost performance, and as shown in Figure 8-25 (15), when they are erased, the appearance of the subtitle display changes), When executing a change performance that changes the appearance of a performance image related to a performance, the display of a notification image is started before the performance image is displayed, and the target image is displayed until the notification image is deleted. (For example, as shown in Figure 8-25, Figure 8-26, Figure 8-2, and Figure 8-3, when one chance-up effect is being executed, other changes are not executed.) Chance-up effect will not be executed).
Displaying a notification image makes it easier to recognize that a change effect is being executed, but if the progress of the reach effect is stopped during this time, the amount of data related to the reach effect will increase, so the notification image The reach effect is configured to proceed even while the is displayed. In such a configuration, even when at least part of the effect image related to the reach effect is made difficult to see by the notification image, the player becomes concerned about whether another change effect will be executed, resulting in a decrease in the effect of the effect and a loss of interest. may decrease. Therefore, a configuration is adopted in which a change effect with a different target effect is not executed until the notification image is deleted. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the presentation effect from deteriorating.

(Means 15) In any one of means 1 to 14, the change performance execution means executes one change performance when performing a change performance multiple times using a suggestion image that suggests that a change performance is to be executed. , it is possible to execute another change effect after a specific period of time has passed after the end of the first change effect, and if a change effect using a suggestion image is executed after executing a change effect without using a suggestion image, the previous change effect may be executed. It is possible to execute a subsequent change effect before a specific period of time has passed after the end of the change effect (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-22(A), when a key chance increase effect using a key image is executed multiple times) , an interval of a specific period T1 is provided, but as shown in FIG. 8-22 (B), after a non-key chance up effect that does not use a key image is executed, a key chance up effect that uses a key image is performed. If executed, it can be executed before the specific period T1 has elapsed (for example, after a period T2 shorter than the specific period T1 has elapsed, or at the same time as the non-key chance up effect ends).
With such a configuration, it is possible to space out the change performances using the suggestion images to make each one stand out, and also to lengthen the period when the change performances using the suggestion images are executed consecutively and other performances cannot be seen. This can be prevented. In addition, instead of uniformly setting intervals of a specific period, after executing a change effect that does not use a suggestion image, it is possible to execute a change effect that uses a suggestion image relatively early, making it possible to flexibly perform multiple change effects. can be executed.

(Means 16) In any of the means 1 to 15, when the notification image related to the change effect is displayed, the output of the sound related to the reach effect being executed is continued, and the notification related to the change effect is continued. A sound is output, and the notification sound related to the change effect is louder than the sound related to the reach effect (for example, as shown in Figures 8-17 (13) to (14) and Figure 8-23, chances are increased. While a character and text such as "subtitle rank up" are displayed as a notification image related to the performance together with an effect image in a manner that covers the performance image related to the outpost performance, the notification sound related to the chance-up performance is used as the outpost performance. (output at a louder volume than the production sound related to).
With such a configuration, it is possible to make the user aware that the notification image is being displayed while continuing the reach effect.

(Means 17) In any one of means 1 to 16, a suggestive performance execution means capable of executing a suggestive performance (for example, a stock performance) that suggests that a change performance is to be performed is provided, and the change does not occur through the suggestive performance. When the effect is executed, a predetermined image smaller in size than the notification image is displayed, and the aspect of the effect that is the target of the change effect changes (for example, as shown in Figure 8-21 (2), subtitle display An effect display that lights up the area around the key is displayed, and a non-key chance up effect is executed).
With such a configuration, it is possible to easily recognize that the aspect of the target performance changes due to the change performance even when the change performance is executed without passing through the suggestive performance.

(Means 18) In any of means 1 to 17, the performance that is the target of the change performance includes a predetermined performance in which image display and audio output are linked, and the audio output in the predetermined performance is the start of the change performance. Sometimes the volume decreases, and when it changes due to a change performance, it returns to the original volume (for example, as shown in Figures 8-16 to 8-17 and Figure 8-23, in a dialogue performance, subtitles related to the dialogue performance) The display and audio output are performed in conjunction with each other, and the audio output decreases in volume when the chance-up effect (subtitles) starts, and the original volume decreases when the subtitle display changes due to the chance-up effect (subtitles). ).
With such a configuration, it is possible to suitably draw attention to both the changing performance and the predetermined performance changed by the changing performance.

(Means 18-2) In any of means 1 to 17, the performance that is the target of the change performance includes a predetermined performance in which image display and audio output are linked, and the audio output in the predetermined performance changes due to the change performance. (For example, as shown in Figures 8-24 to 8-26, in dialogue production, subtitle display and audio output related to dialogue production are performed in conjunction with each other, and the audio output is , when the chance-up effect (subtitles) starts, the volume is muted, and when the subtitle display changes due to the chance-up effect (subtitles), the volume becomes normal).
With such a configuration, it is possible to suitably draw attention to both the changing performance and the predetermined performance changed by the changing performance.

(Means 19) In any of means 1 to 18, the change performance can be executed a specific number of times during one reach performance, and the suggestion performance suggests execution of the change performance less than the specific number of times (for example, a chance The up effect can be executed up to 5 times, and the stock effect suggests that the chance up effect should be executed up to 2 times).
With such a configuration, it is possible to create expectations that a change performance other than the change performance suggested by the suggestion performance will be executed.

(Means 20) In any of the means 1 to 19, the suggestive effect execution means includes a suggestive image (for example, a mini key image 030IWG10 or a key image corresponding to the type of chance-up effect) that suggests the effect that is the target of the change effect. 030IWG12)), and the change performance execution means can execute a change performance that targets a performance that is not suggested by the suggestion performance (for example, a chance-up performance that has been decided to be executed). (See step 001 IWS811), predetermined change effects (for example, chance-up effect (title), chance-up effect (subtitles), chance-up effect (cut-in)) and the corresponding predetermined change effect may not be decided. It is possible to execute multiple types of change effects, including special change effects (for example, chance-up effects (resurrection)) that have a high expectation level and a low execution rate that are controlled to be more advantageous than change effects (Figure 8-6). ), when a suggestive effect and a special change effect are executed, the proportion that suggests that the special change effect will be executed is higher than the proportion that does not suggest that the special change effect will be executed ( For example, as shown in FIG. 8-7(E), when it is decided to execute a chance-up effect (revival), there is a high probability that a stock effect corresponding to the chance-up effect (revival) will be executed).
With such a configuration, the suggestive effect and the changing effect can be suitably executed, and the effect of the effect can be mutually enhanced. Specifically, if the production that is the target of the change production can be suggested through suggestive production, the interest can be improved, but on the other hand, depending on the production suggested, it may be suggested that the level of expectation is very high. be. Therefore, by making it possible to execute change presentations that are not suggested by the suggestion presentation, it is possible to maintain the player's sense of anticipation. However, when a highly anticipated change performance is executed, if a suggestion effect suggesting the change effect is not executed, or if a suggestion effect suggesting a change effect different from the change effect is executed, The existence value of the suggestive performance itself may be reduced. Therefore, when a special change performance with a high degree of expectation is executed, the ratio of execution of a suggestive performance suggesting that the special change performance will be executed is increased. With such a configuration, the suggestive effect and the changing effect can be suitably executed, and the effect of the effect can be mutually enhanced.

(Means 20-2) In any of the means 1 to 19, the suggestive effect execution means includes a suggestive image (for example, a mini key image 030IWG10 corresponding to the type of chance-up effect) that suggests the effect that is the target of the change effect. It is possible to execute the suggestion effect in a mode that displays the key image 030IWG12), and the change effect execution means is capable of executing a change effect targeting an effect that is not suggested by the suggestion effect (for example, when the chance that has been decided to be executed is In some cases, it may not be decided to execute the stock performance corresponding to the up performance (see step 001 IWS811), the first predetermined change performance (for example, chance up performance (title), chance up performance (subtitles)), and the first predetermined change performance. It is possible to execute multiple types of change performances, including a second predetermined change performance (for example, a chance-up performance (cut-in)) that has a high expectation level and a low execution rate (for example, a chance-up performance (cut-in)) that is controlled to be in a more advantageous state (Figure 8- 6), when the suggestion effect, the first predetermined change effect, and the second predetermined change effect are executed, the second predetermined change effect is higher than the ratio that suggests that the first predetermined change effect is to be executed by the suggestion effect. The percentage that suggests that it will be executed is higher (for example, as shown in Figure 8-7, when it is decided to execute the chance-up effect (title), chance-up effect (subtitles), and chance-up effect (cut-in)) In this case, there is a high percentage of stock effects corresponding to chance-up effects (resurrection) being executed).
With such a configuration, the suggestive effect and the changing effect can be suitably executed, and the effect of the effect can be mutually enhanced. Specifically, if the production that is the target of the change production can be suggested through suggestive production, the interest can be improved, but on the other hand, depending on the production suggested, it may be suggested that the level of expectation is very high. be. Therefore, by making it possible to execute change presentations that are not suggested by the suggestion presentation, it is possible to maintain the player's sense of anticipation. However, when a highly anticipated change performance is executed, if a suggestion effect suggesting the change effect is not executed, or if a suggestion effect suggesting a change effect different from the change effect is executed, The existence value of the suggestive performance itself may be reduced. Therefore, when the second predetermined change effect with a high degree of expectation is to be executed, the proportion of suggestion effects that suggest that the second predetermined change effect will be executed is increased. With such a configuration, the suggestive effect and the changing effect can be suitably executed, and the effect of the effect can be mutually enhanced.

(Means 21) In any one of the means 1 to 20, a game control means (for example, the main board 11) that can proceed with the game, and a performance control means that can control the performance based on information from the game control means (for example, , a production control board 12), and the suggested production is executed during a predetermined period from when the ready-to-win state is reached until the ready-to-reach production is started (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-2(C), A stock performance is performed in the period before the outpost performance of the super reach performance is started.), and when a suggestion performance is executed, a change performance is always performed in the reach performance that is executed after the suggestion performance (for example, The chance-up performance suggested by the stock performance is always executed in the outpost performance or the battle performance), and whether or not to execute the suggested performance is determined by the game control means (for example, the stock performance on the main board 11 side Execution of stock performance is determined by determining a variation pattern including performance and super reach).
With such a configuration, it is possible to realize a suggestion performance that requires a certain amount of execution period, and for example, the execution period of the suggestion performance can be shortened by the game control means determining whether or not to execute the suggestion performance based on the fluctuation pattern. can be ensured.

(Means 22) In any of the means 1 to 21, the suggestion effect is executed so that the expectation level controlled to be advantageous becomes a specific expectation level (for example, when the stock effect is executed, the jackpot expectation level becomes 40. % (see Figure 8-1 (C)), the degree of expectation to be controlled to an advantageous state when the predetermined change effect is executed is higher than the degree of expectation to be controlled to an advantageous condition when the suggestion effect is executed. (For example, the jackpot expectation level when the chance-up effect (title) is executed is 25%, the jackpot expectation level when the chance-up effect (subtitles) is executed is 29%, and the chance-up effect (design) is low. The expected level of jackpot when the cut-in is executed is 33%, and the expected level of jackpot when the chance-up effect (cut-in) is executed is 38% (see Figure 8-5).
With such a configuration, attention can be drawn to whether or not the suggestive effect is executed.

(Means 23) In any one of the means 1 to 22, when the game control means determines to execute the suggested effect, the change effect to be executed is determined by lottery from a plurality of types of change effects (for example, in steps 001IWS807 to S813). The part that executes the processing), the suggestive effect, and the predetermined change effect (for example, chance up effect (title), chance up effect (subtitles), chance up effect (cut-in)) and special change effect (for example, chance up effect (title), chance up effect (subtitles), chance up effect (cut-in)) If it is decided to execute both the up effect (revival)), the predetermined change effect is given priority over the special change effect and is suggested by the suggestion effect (for example, the execution priority shown in Figure 8-9 (A) is used) For example, when there is not one or more chance-up stock effects that have been decided to be executed, instead of the process in step 001IWS813, a chance-up effect (resurrection) is executed rather than a chance-up effect (revival). Priority is given to execution decisions for chance-up stock effects that correspond to title), chance-up effects (subtitles), and chance-up effects (cut-ins)).
With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the level of expectation suggested when the suggestion effect is executed from becoming too high.

(Means 23-2) In any one of the means 1 to 22, when the game control means determines to execute the suggested effect, the change effect to be executed is determined by lottery from a plurality of types of change effects (for example, from step 001IWS807) The part that executes the process of S813) executes the suggestive effect, and also controls the first predetermined change effect (for example, chance up effect (title) or chance up effect (subtitles)) to be more advantageous than the first predetermined change effect. If it is decided to perform both the second predetermined change effect (for example, a chance-up effect (cut-in)) that has a high degree of expectation, the first predetermined change effect is prioritized over the second predetermined change effect and the suggestive effect is performed. (For example, the execution of the corresponding stock effect is determined based on the execution priority shown in FIG. 8-9(A). Also, for example, when there is not one or more stock effects for increasing chances that have been decided to be executed, Instead of the process in step 001IWS813, execution is determined with priority given to the chance-up performance (title) or the chance-up stock performance corresponding to the chance-up performance (subtitles) over the chance-up performance (cut-in).
With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the level of expectation suggested when the suggestion effect is executed from becoming too high.

(Means 24) In any of means 1 to 23, when a plurality of change effects are suggested by the suggestion effect, a special change effect (for example, a chance-up effect (revival)) is suggested as one change effect. In this case, the first predetermined change effect (for example, chance-up effect (title) or chance-up effect (subtitles)) is likely to be suggested as another change effect (for example, the chance-up stock effect shown in Figure 8-9(B) If the combination falls under the prohibited combinations, a re-lottery will be conducted to prevent combinations of stock effects that correspond to highly anticipated chance-up effects).
With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the expectation level from increasing too much due to the suggestion of a plurality of change productions with a high expectation level, and to appropriately suggest the expectation level.

(Means 24-2) In any of means 1 to 23, when a plurality of change effects are suggested by the suggestion effect, a second predetermined change effect (for example, a chance-up effect (cut-in)) is used as one change effect. ) is suggested, the first predetermined change effect (for example, chance-up effect (title) or chance-up effect (subtitles)) is likely to be suggested as another change effect (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-9(B) If a prohibited combination of chance-up stock effects is met, a re-drawing will be conducted to prevent the combination of stock effects that correspond to highly anticipated chance-up effects).
With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the expectation level from increasing too much due to the suggestion of a plurality of change productions with a high expectation level, and to appropriately suggest the expectation level.

(Means 25) In any one of means 1 to 24, the number of change performances that are not suggested by the suggestion performance out of the change productions to be executed is suggested to be smaller than the number of change performances suggested by the suggestion performance. A performance is executed (for example, if two chance-up performances are suggested by the stock performance, the number of chance-up performances that are executed without being suggested by the stock performance is less than two).
With such a configuration, the existence value of the suggestive performance can be increased and the performance effect can be improved.

(Means 26) In any of means 1 to 25, the suggestive performance execution means specifiably suggests which reach performance is to be executed, and then which change performance is executed during the suggested reach performance. (For example, as shown in Figure 8-12 (5) to (7), it is possible to carry out a suggestion effect that specifiably indicates which chance-up effect will be executed in the stock effect). When the first predetermined reach effect is executed and both the predetermined change effect and the special change effect are executed during the execution of the first predetermined reach effect, the first predetermined reach effect is Rather than specifiably suggesting that the predetermined change effect will be executed after specifying that the reach effect will be executed, the special change should be made after specifyably suggesting that the first predetermined reach effect will be executed. There is a high percentage of cases that clearly indicate that the effect will be executed (for example, as shown in Figure 8-7, when Super Reach A is executed, the chance-up effect (title) and the chance-up effect (revival) are If both are executed, the chance-up effect (resurrection) is suggested at a higher rate than the chance-up effect (title) in the chance-up stock effect.
With such a configuration, if a change performance with low expectations is suggested to be executed on top of a reach performance with low expectations, it will be visualized as a combination of performances with extremely low expectations, discouraging the player. However, by increasing the ratio of suggesting that a special change performance with a higher expectation level than the predetermined change performance will be executed when it is suggested that a reach performance with a low expectation level will be executed, It is possible to prevent players from being disappointed.

(Means 26-2) In any of the means 1 to 25, the suggestive performance execution means specifies which reach performance is to be executed, and then which change performance is executed during the suggested reach performance. It is possible to execute a suggestive effect that specifies whether the effect will be executed (for example, as shown in Figure 8-12 (5) to (7), it is possible to perform a stock effect that indicates which chance-up effect will be executed). ), the first predetermined reach effect is executed, and during the execution of the first predetermined reach effect, both the first predetermined change effect and the second predetermined change effect are executed. In this case, rather than specifiably suggesting that the first predetermined change effect will be performed after specifying that the first predetermined reach effect will be executed, There is a high rate of specifiably suggesting that the second predetermined change effect will be executed after the specifiable suggestion (for example, as shown in Figure 8-7, when Super Reach A is executed and the chance-up effect (title ) and the chance-up effect (cut-in) are both executed, the chance-up effect (cut-in) is suggested at a higher rate than the chance-up effect (title) in the chance-up stock effect).
With such a configuration, if a change performance with low expectations is suggested to be executed on top of a reach performance with low expectations, it will be visualized as a combination of performances with extremely low expectations, discouraging the player. However, when suggesting that a reach effect with a low level of expectation will be executed, the ratio of suggesting that a second predetermined change effect with a higher expectation level will be executed than the first predetermined change effect may be increased. By doing so, it is possible to prevent players from being disappointed.

(Means 27) In any one of the means 1 to 26, the suggestive performance execution means is configured to execute a second predetermined ready-to-reach performance and to change between the predetermined change performance and the special change performance during the execution of the second predetermined ready-to-reach performance. If the second predetermined reach effect is also executed, the second predetermined reach effect is executed rather than specifyably suggesting that the predetermined change effect is executed after specifying that the second predetermined reach effect is executed. There is a high rate of specifying that a special change effect will be executed after specifying the above (for example, as shown in Figure 8-7, when Super Reach B is executed and the chance-up effect (title) When both the chance-up performance (revival) and the chance-up performance (resurrection) are executed, the chance-up performance (resurrection) is suggested at a higher rate than the chance-up performance (title) in the chance-up stock performance.
With such a configuration, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of a situation in which a player feels dissatisfied or unsatisfied with the combination of the second predetermined reach performance and the predetermined change performance, and to prevent the player from feeling dissatisfied or unsatisfied with the combination of the second predetermined reach performance and the special change performance. This can give players a sense of expectation.

(Means 27-2) In any of the means 1 to 26, the suggestive performance execution means executes the second predetermined ready-to-reach performance, and during the execution of the second predetermined ready-to-reach performance, the first predetermined change performance and the second predetermined change performance. If both the predetermined change effects are executed, the second predetermined change effect is preferable to specifyably suggesting that the first predetermined change effect is executed after specifying that the second predetermined reach effect is executed. After specifying that the predetermined reach effect is executed, there is a high rate of specifying that the second predetermined change effect will be executed (for example, as shown in Figure 8-7, when super reach B is If both the chance-up effect (title) and the chance-up effect (cut-in) are executed, the chance-up effect (cut-in) will be higher than the chance-up effect (title) in the chance-up stock effect. (highly suggested).
With such a configuration, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of a situation where the player feels dissatisfied or unsatisfied with the combination of the second predetermined reach performance and the first predetermined change performance, and It is possible to make the player have a sense of expectation regarding the combination.

(Means 28) In any of means 1 to 27, the percentage of suggestion effects being executed is higher when the second predetermined reach effect is executed than when the first predetermined reach effect is executed. (For example, as shown in FIG. 8-7, the chance-up stock performance is executed at a higher rate when Super Reach B is executed than when Super Reach A is executed.)
With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to whether or not the suggestion effect will be executed, thereby increasing the effect of the effect.

(Means 29) In any of means 1 to 28, the reach performance execution means is capable of executing a special reach performance (for example, super reach C) that is executed when controlled to be in an advantageous state as a reach performance. , when a special reach effect is executed, the suggestion effect is not executed (for example, in the case of super reach C, the decision to execute the chance-up effect and the stock effect is not made. Steps in Figures 8-1 and 8-5) 001IWS802-S812).
With such a configuration, it is possible to concentrate on the special reach performance and enjoy the performance.

(Means 30) In any of the means 1 to 29, the change performance execution means executes a special change performance (for example, a chance-up performance (revival)) that is executed when controlled to an advantageous state as a change performance. This is possible, and the suggestion effect can specifiably suggest that a special change effect will be executed (for example, a stock effect corresponding to a chance-up effect (revival) can be executed. Figure 8-7 (E) )).
With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to the content of the suggestive performance, and the effect of the suggestive performance can be enhanced.

(Means 31) In any one of the means 1 to 30, the suggestive effect execution means includes a plurality of ready-to-reach effect suggestion images (for example, the boxed characters shown in FIG. 8-12 (2)) corresponding to each of the plurality of types of ready-to-reach effects. After displaying "Death Battle for Two" and "Mopping Up Operation" and selecting one of them and deleting the selectively displayed reach effect suggestion image, multiple change effects corresponding to each of the multiple types of change effects are displayed. A production mode in which suggestive images (for example, the boxed text display "title", "subtitle", "design", "cut-in", "revival" shown in Figure 8-12 (5)) are displayed and one of them is selected and displayed. A suggestive effect is executed (for example, see FIGS. 8-12 (2) to (7)).
With such a configuration, it is possible to visualize a plurality of types of reach effects and a plurality of types of change effects that can be selected, and it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect.

Further, this feature section 001IW discloses the configuration of a gaming machine shown in means A to means F shown below.

(Means A) A gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game state) that is advantageous to the player, and a variable display means that performs variable display of a plurality of types of decorative identification information (for example, decorative patterns). , a reach performance execution means that can execute a reach effect (for example, super reach) after the combination of decoration identification information becomes a reach state, and a decoration identification that is in a reach state when the reach effect is executed. A change performance execution means capable of executing a change performance that changes the display color of information (for example, a chance-up performance (design) that changes the display color of a decorative pattern from a normal color (white) to blue, green, red, or gold); , the variable display means displays the decoration identification information in the ready-to-reach mode at a predetermined display position in a smaller size than before the ready-to-reach effect is executed when the ready-to-reach effect is executed. (For example, the reach effects shown in Figures 8-11 to 8-14 (preliminary reach effect, stock effect, outpost effect) than the decorative symbols before the reach effect shown in Figure 8-10 are executed. , battle effects, etc.) are executed in the upper left and upper left of the image display area), and the decoration identification information is the first decoration identification information (for example, `` 1" to "6" and "8" to "9" (normal color: white)), and second decoration identification information different from the first decoration identification information (for example, a special decoration of "7"). pattern (normal color: gold)), and when a change effect is executed for one decoration identification information, it is more advantageous than when a change effect is not executed for the one decoration identification information. The degree of expectation that is controlled is high (for example, the chance-up effect (symbol) is more likely to be executed at the time of a jackpot than when it is a miss, and the degree of expectation of a jackpot is higher when it is executed than when it is not executed. (See FIG. 8-5 (C)), the change effect execution means executes the change effect in the reach effect when the first decoration identification information is in the ready state, and when the second decoration identification information is in the ready state. (For example, if the variation pattern is Super Reach A or B, it is possible to decide to execute a chance-up effect (symbol), but if it is Super Reach C, the change effect is not executed.) If the up effect is executed, it cannot be determined (see steps 001IWS802 to S812 in FIG. 8-4, FIG. 8-2), the reach effect execution means executes the first reach effect (for example, super reach A, B) as the reach effect. ), and a second reach performance (for example, super reach C) that is controlled to be more advantageous than the first reach performance (for example, super reach C) (see FIG. 8-1(C)). When the reach effect is executed after the second decoration identification information becomes the reach state, the rate of execution of the second reach effect is higher than when the reach effect is executed after the first decoration identification information becomes the reach state. (For example, in the variation pattern of Super Reach A or B, Super Reach A or B is executed after entering the reach state with the normal decorative symbol, and in the variation pattern of Super Reach C, after entering the reach state with the special decoration symbol. Super reach C is executed. Steps 001IWS802 to S804 in FIG. 8-4, see FIG. 8-2), there is a higher expectation that the control will be controlled in an advantageous state when the second identification information is in the reach state than when the first decoration identification information is in the reach state. In addition, in the variable display that triggers the control to be in an advantageous state, the first decoration identification information is more likely to be in the reach state than the second decoration identification information is to be in the reach state (for example, the ratio is higher when the first decoration identification information is in the reach state than the super reach A or B). Also, Super Reach C has a higher expectation of hitting the jackpot, and when it does result in a jackpot, it is more likely to be Super Reach A or B than Super Reach C (see Figure 8-1 (C)).
With such a configuration, by providing the first decoration identification information that is the target of the change production and the second decoration identification information that is not the target, it is possible to draw attention to which decoration identification information causes the reach state. . In addition, when reaching the reach state with the second decoration identification information that is not the target, a highly anticipated reach effect is executed, so it is possible to prevent the player from being disappointed, and the reach state with the first decoration identification information When the player enters the ready-to-win state, the ready-to-win performance, which has a higher degree of expectation than when the second decoration identification information indicates the ready-to-win state, is not executed, but becomes the target of the change performance, so that the player can have expectations.

(Means B) A gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game state) that is advantageous to the player, and a variable display means that performs variable display of a plurality of types of decorative identification information (for example, decorative patterns). , a reach performance execution means that can execute a reach effect (for example, super reach) after the combination of decoration identification information becomes a reach state, and a decoration identification that is in a reach state when the reach effect is executed. A change performance execution means capable of executing a change performance that changes the display color of information (for example, a chance-up performance (design) that changes the display color of a decorative pattern from a normal color (white) to blue, green, red, or gold); , the variable display means displays the decoration identification information in the ready-to-reach mode at a predetermined display position in a smaller size than before the ready-to-reach effect is executed when the ready-to-reach effect is executed. (For example, the reach effects shown in Figures 8-11 to 8-14 (preliminary reach effect, stock effect, outpost effect) than the decorative symbols before the reach effect shown in Figure 8-10 are executed. , battle effects, etc.) are displayed in the upper left and upper left of the image display area), and when the decoration identification information is in the reach state, a change effect is When executed, there is a higher expectation that the change effect will be controlled in an advantageous state than when the change effect is not executed for the decoration identification information of the one ready-to-reach state (for example, the chance-up effect (symbol) There is also a high rate of execution decisions being made at the time of a jackpot, and the expectation of a jackpot is higher when it is executed than when it is not executed (see Figure 8-5 (C)). 1 reach performance (for example, super reach A, B), and a second reach performance (for example, super reach C) that has a higher degree of expectation to be controlled to be more advantageous than the first reach performance and has a lower execution rate, The change effect execution means enlarges and displays the decoration identification information displayed in a small size when the reach effect is executed in a different display color, and moves it to a predetermined display position. (For example, as shown in Figure 8-20 (17), after enlarging the decorative pattern in a different display color at a center position on the screen that is different from the normal position, As shown in the figure, the chance-up effect (symbol) is executed in such a manner that the decorative pattern is moved to the normal position). (For example, when Super Reach A and B are executed, the chance-up effect (symbol) is executed at a higher rate than when Super Reach C is executed.) executed. (See steps 001IWS802 to S806 in FIG. 8-4).
When performing a reach effect, the decoration identification information of the reach state is displayed in a small size to ensure the visibility of the reach effect. Regarding the 2-reach performance, by lowering the execution rate of the change performance, it is possible to further enjoy the content of the reach performance and prevent the performance effect from decreasing.

(Means C) A gaming machine that executes a variable display of identification information (for example, a decorative pattern) and can be controlled to a state advantageous to the player (for example, a jackpot game state), after the identification information becomes a reach state. , a reach performance execution means capable of executing a reach performance (for example, super reach) that suggests control to be in an advantageous state, and a reach performance execution means that can execute a part of the performance in the reach performance when the reach performance is being executed By changing the display color to suggest that the control is in an advantageous state (for example, changing the display color of title display, subtitle display, decorative pattern, and cut-in display from normal color (white) to blue, green, red, or gold) A change performance execution means capable of executing a chance-up performance to change, a chance-up performance (revival) to change from a defeated state to a victory state in a battle performance, etc.; A suggestive performance execution means capable of executing a suggestive performance (for example, a stock performance) that is suggested earlier than the above, and an information display (for example, a stock performance) in which information changes as part of the reach performance as part of the reach performance. For example, subtitle display), the reach performance execution means maintains the progress of the reach performance even when the change performance is being executed (for example, the performance control related to the super reach continues even while the chance-up performance is being executed). The change performance execution means outputs a notification sound in relation to the change in the target performance, and is capable of executing the change performance even when the suggestive performance is not executed (for example, , it is possible to execute a non-key chance up effect without going through a stock effect), display a notification image so that at least a part of the effect image related to the reach effect being executed is no longer visible, and delete the notification image. When this occurs, the change effect is executed in a manner that changes the aspect of the effect that is the target of the change effect (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-25 (13), an effect image is used as a notification image for the chance-up effect) At the same time, characters and text display such as "subtitle rank up" are displayed in a manner covering the production image related to the outpost production, and as shown in Figure 8-25 (15), when they are erased, the subtitle display is When changing the information display mode as a target of a change effect, the display of a notification image is started before the target information display is executed, and the notification image is erased. In the meantime, do not perform a change effect with a different target (for example, as shown in Figure 8-25, Figure 8-26, Figure 8-2, and Figure 8-3, a chance-up effect of 1 is executed. (Sometimes other chance-up effects are not executed).
While displaying a notification image makes it easier to recognize that a change effect is being executed, if the progress of the reach effect is stopped at that time, the data capacity of the video related to the reach effect will increase. , the video continues to progress while the notification image is displayed, but as a result, the player becomes concerned about whether any changes will occur even while the notification image makes the video difficult to see. There is a risk that interest will decrease. Therefore, by not performing the change effect while the notification image is being displayed, the effect of the effect is not hindered and the interest is not reduced.

(Means D) A gaming machine that executes a variable display of identification information (for example, a decorative pattern) and can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game state) that is advantageous for the player, and the identification information is in a reach state. A reach performance execution means that can execute a reach performance (for example, super reach) that suggests that the reach performance is controlled in an advantageous state after the reach performance is executed; Changing the appearance to suggest that the control is in an advantageous state (for example, changing the display color of the title display, subtitle display, decorative pattern, and cut-in display from the normal color (white) to blue, green, red, etc.) A change performance execution means capable of executing a chance-up performance that changes the color to gold, a chance-up performance that changes from a defeated state to a winning state in a battle performance (revival, etc.), and a change performance that executes the change performance. Suggestion performance execution means capable of executing a suggestion performance (e.g., stock performance) that suggests the target of the change performance before the change is made, and the suggestion performance execution means includes a suggestion image (e.g. , key images with enclosed text displaying "Death Battle of Two" and "Mopping-up Operation", and enclosed text display with "Title", "Subtitle", "Design", "Cut-in", and "Resurrection". The suggestive effect can be executed in a mode that displays a key image (key image), and the change effect executing means can execute the change effect even when the suggestive effect is not executed (for example, a non-key image that does not go through the stock effect). ), a first change effect (for example, chance increase effect (title)), and a second change effect that has a higher degree of expectation to be controlled to be more advantageous than the first change effect and has a lower execution rate. It is possible to execute multiple types of change performances including change performances (for example, chance-up production (resurrection)), and when the suggestion production and the second change production are executed, the second change production is caused by the suggestion production. The proportion that suggests the second change production is higher than the proportion that does not suggest it (for example, as shown in Figure 8-7 (E), when it is decided to execute the chance-up production (revival), the chance-up production There is a high rate of stock effects corresponding to (revival) being executed).
If it is possible to specify which production is the target of the change production, the interest will be improved by making the target visible, but depending on the content suggested, it may become clear that the level of expectation is not so high. , it is configured so that change effects other than the suggested change effect occur. However, when performing a suggestive performance, if a change performance that is highly anticipated as a change performance is performed without performing the suggestive performance, there is a risk that the suggestive performance itself will lose its meaning. Therefore, for highly anticipated change performances, the suggestion rate is increased when the suggestion performance is executed, so that the suggestion performance can be suitably executed.

(Means E) A gaming machine that executes a variable display of identification information (for example, a decorative pattern) and can be controlled to an advantageous state for the player (for example, a jackpot game state), after the identification information becomes a reach state. , a reach performance execution means capable of executing a reach performance (for example, super reach) that suggests control to be in an advantageous state, and a reach performance execution means that can execute a part of the performance in the reach performance when the reach performance is being executed By changing the display color to suggest that the control is in an advantageous state (for example, changing the display color of title display, subtitle display, decorative pattern, and cut-in display from normal color (white) to blue, green, red, or gold) A change performance execution means capable of executing a chance-up performance to change, a chance-up performance (revival) to change from a defeated state to a victory state in a battle performance, etc.; A suggestive performance execution means capable of executing a suggestive performance (for example, a stock performance) that is suggested earlier than the above, and the suggestive performance execution means is configured to perform a suggestive performance that is a target of a change performance by specifying a suggestive image (for example, an enclosure). Key images with text displaying "Death Battle for Two" or "Mop-up Operation", or key images with enclosed text displaying "Title", "Subtitle", "Design", "Cut-in", or "Resurrection". ) can be executed in a manner that displays multiple types of suggestive images, and suggestive effects can be executed in a manner that suggests multiple target performances (for example, in Figure 8-12 ( 2) The boxed characters ``Death Battle of Two'' and ``Mop-up Operation'' are displayed.For example, the boxed fonts ``Title'', ``Subtitles'', ``Picture'', and ``Subtitle'' shown in Figure 8-12 (5) are displayed. "cut-in" and "resurrection"), and the change performance execution means can execute the change performance even when the suggestion performance is not executed (for example, executes a non-key chance-up performance that does not go through the stock performance). (possible), the change effects are executed so that the number of change effects not suggested by the suggestion effect is smaller than the number of change effects suggested by the suggestion effect (for example, two chance-up effects due to stock effects). (If a key chance up performance is suggested, the number of chance up performances (non-key chance up performances) that are executed without being suggested by the stock performance is less than 2).
With such a configuration, it is possible to create expectations that the change performance will be executed even when the suggestion performance is not executed, and the number of change performances that are executed without being suggested by the suggestion performance becomes too large. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the existence value of the suggestion performance itself from decreasing.

(Means F) A gaming machine that executes a variable display of identification information (for example, a decorative pattern) and can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game state) that is advantageous for the player, and the identification information is in a reach state. A reach performance execution means that can execute a reach performance (for example, super reach) that suggests that the reach performance is controlled in an advantageous state after the reach performance is executed; Changing the appearance to suggest that the control is in an advantageous state (for example, changing the display color of the title display, subtitle display, decorative pattern, and cut-in display from the normal color (white) to blue, green, red, etc.) a chance-up performance that changes the color to gold, a chance-up performance (resurrection) that changes from a defeated state to a winning state in a battle performance, etc.), and the reach performance execution means includes, as a reach performance, Multiple types of reach including a first reach performance (for example, super reach A, B) and a second reach performance (for example, super reach C) that is expected to be controlled to be more advantageous than the first reach performance. The performance can be executed, and the change performance execution means has a high expectation that the change performance will be controlled in a more advantageous state than the first change performance (for example, chance up performance (title)) as the change performance. It is possible to execute multiple types of change effects including a second change effect (for example, a chance-up effect (resurrection)), and after specifiably suggesting which reach effect is to be executed, the suggested reach effect can be executed. Suggestive performance execution means capable of executing a suggestive performance that specifiably suggests which change performance will be executed during execution of the performance (for example, a stock performance that executes a reach stock performance and a chance-up stock performance) The change performance execution means is capable of executing the change performance even when the suggestion performance is not performed (for example, it is possible to execute a non-key chance up performance without going through the stock performance), and the change performance execution means In the case where the first reach effect is executed and the first change effect and the second change effect are executed during the execution of the first reach effect, after suggesting the execution of the first reach effect, the means includes: It suggests that the second change effect will be executed at a higher rate than it suggests that the first change effect will be executed (for example, as shown in Figure 8-7, super reach A is executed. When both the chance-up effect (title) and the chance-up effect (resurrection) are executed, the chance-up effect (resurrection) is suggested more often than the chance-up effect (title) in the chance-up stock effect. expensive).
If a weak change performance is suggested on top of a reach performance with a low level of expectation, it will become visible that the performance configuration has an extremely low level of expectation, and there is a risk of discouraging the player. Therefore, the player is prevented from being disappointed by increasing the percentage of the executed change performance that suggests a strong change performance for the reach performance with low expectations.

1... Pachinko game machine 2... Game board 3... Game machine frame 4A, 4B... Special symbol display device 5... Image display device 6A... Winning ball device 6B... Variable winning ball device 7... Special variable winning ball device 8L, 8R... Speaker 9... Game effect lamp 10... General prize opening 11... Main board 12... Performance control board 13... Audio control board 14... Lamp control board 15... Relay board 20... Normal symbol display 21... Gate switch 22A, 22B... Starting port Switch 23...Count switch 30...Ball operating handle 31A...Stick controller 31B...Push button 32...Movable body 100...Microcomputer for game control 101, 121...ROM
102, 122...RAM
103...CPU
104, 124... Random number circuit 105, 125... I/O
120... CPU for production control
123...Display control section

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A gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to a player,
variable display means capable of variable displaying multiple types of decorative identification information;
A reach effect execution means capable of executing a reach effect after the combination of decoration identification information becomes a reach state;
When the reach effect is being executed, a change that allows a change effect to be executed that changes the effect being executed in one mode to a mode in which the degree of expectation of being controlled to the advantageous state is higher than in the first mode. A performance execution means,
The change effect includes a specific change effect that changes the display color of the decoration identification information that is in the reach state,
When the specific change effect is executed for one decoration identification information, the degree of expectation of being controlled to the advantageous state is higher than when the specific change effect is not executed for the one decoration identification information. ,
The variable display means is
When the reach effect is executed, it is possible to display the decoration identification information in the reach state at a predetermined display position in a smaller size than before the reach effect is executed,
When the specific change performance is executed, the decoration identification information in the ready-to-reach state can be displayed in a manner that is easier to recognize than before the specific change performance is executed,
The decoration identification information includes first decoration identification information and second decoration identification information different from the first decoration identification information,
The change production execution means is
Executing the specific change effect in the ready-to-reach effect when the first decoration identification information is in the ready-to-reach state;
not performing the specific change effect in the ready-to-reach effect when the second decoration identification information is in the ready-to-reach state;
The specific change performance can be performed in both cases where a suggestion performance that suggests in advance that the specific change performance will be performed is executed and when it is not performed,
The specific change performance can be executed such that at least a part of the performance image related to the reach performance being executed becomes invisible;
The reach performance execution means is capable of executing, as the reach performance, a predetermined reach performance and a special reach performance with a higher degree of expectation to be controlled to the advantageous state than the predetermined reach performance,
When executing the reach effect after the second decoration identification information becomes the ready-to-reach state, the special reach effect is more effective than when executing the reach effect after the first decoration identification information becomes the ready-to-reach state. The proportion of people who perform the production is high;
When the second decoration identification information is in the ready-to-reach state than when the first decoration identification information is in the ready-to-win state, the expectation of being controlled to the advantageous state is higher, and there is an opportunity to be controlled to the advantageous state. In the variable display, the first decoration identification information is in the ready-to-reach state at a higher rate than the second decoration identification information is in the ready-to-reach state,
When the second decoration identification information is in the ready-to-reach state, the fact that the ready-to-reach state is announced in a manner that is easier to recognize than when the first decoration identification information is in the ready-to-reach state. A gaming machine with special features.

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