JP7385268B2 - gaming machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

Conventionally, pachinko gaming machines, such as the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, have been capable of suspending the execution of symbol variation games, and have been designed to provide effects for the symbol variation games whose execution has been suspended. There is something to do.

Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2003-340038

Nowadays, it is desired to improve the interest of a symbol variation game whose execution has been put on hold by further devising the effects.
An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can improve interest.

A gaming machine that solves the above problems is capable of suspending the execution of the symbol variation game, and a specific winning game is awarded after the symbol variation game that results in a specific winning ends, and a special winning game is awarded after the end of the symbol varying game that results in a special winning. A gaming machine that is provided with a performance is provided with a performance execution means for performing a performance, and when the special winning game is awarded, the advantage is higher than when the specific winning game is awarded, and the performance is There is a specific performance that can be executed for the symbol variation game whose execution is suspended, and when the special winning game is awarded, the specific performance is not executed and the specific winning game is awarded. When there is a symbol variation game that results in the special win among the symbol fluctuation games whose execution is suspended, there is no symbol fluctuation game that results in the special win among the symbol fluctuation games whose execution is suspended. If the execution probability of the specific performance is higher than before and it is decided to execute the specific performance, even if the specific performance is executed and the specific performance ends, the execution that was the target of the specific performance will be suspended. Until the current symbol variation game ends, even if the execution of the new symbol variation game that results in a special win is suspended, the specific production is prohibited from being executed again , and the production includes the above-mentioned When a special winning game is awarded, there is a special performance that can be executed for the symbol variation game whose execution is suspended, and when the specific winning game is awarded, the special performance is not executed, When the special winning game is awarded, even if there is a symbol fluctuation game that results in a specific win among the symbol fluctuation games whose execution is suspended, the special winning game is not among the symbol fluctuation games whose execution is suspended. When there is no symbol variation game that results in a win, the special performance is not executed, and when the special winning game is awarded, the symbol variation game that results in a special win is among the symbol variation games whose execution is suspended. If so, the special performance is executed even when there is no symbol variation game that results in the specific winning among the symbol variation games whose execution is suspended, and the execution of the production when the specific production is executed. The gist is that the display content of the means is different from the display content of the performance execution means when the special performance is executed .

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

A front view of a pachinko game machine. A front view of the game board. A diagram showing the probability of winning a jackpot lottery, the probability of winning a small lottery, and the probability of losing. A diagram showing types of jackpots. (a) and (b) are an area where a specific symbol related to the first specific symbol variation game is displayed on the production display device, and an area where a specific symbol related to the second specific symbol variation game is displayed on the production display device. A diagram showing . FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing the electrical configuration of a pachinko gaming machine. A diagram showing a prefetch command. A diagram showing changes in possession. A timing chart showing an example in which a winning game is generated based on a win in the second special symbol fluctuation game, and control regarding execution of the first special symbol fluctuation game is interrupted. A diagram showing an example of display contents of the performance display device when a special performance is executed in a jackpot game. (a) and (b) are diagrams showing an example of display contents of the performance display device when a specific performance is executed in a small winning game. A timing chart showing an example in which a specific performance is executed when a small winning game is awarded, and a case where a special performance is executed when a first jackpot game is awarded.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the gaming machine will be described. In this specification, the terms top, bottom, left, right, front (front), and back (back) refer to each direction when viewed from the player.
As shown in FIG. 1, a pachinko gaming machine 10 (hereinafter referred to as gaming machine 10) as a gaming machine includes a frame 11. The frame body 11 includes an outer frame 12, an inner frame 13, and a front frame 14. The outer frame 12 is fixed to installed equipment (so-called island equipment). The middle frame 13 is supported on the front side of the opening of the outer frame 12 so as to be openable and closable. A game board unit including a game board 20 is fixed to the middle frame 13. The front frame 14 is supported on the front side of the middle frame 13 so as to be openable and closable so as to cover the front side of the game board 20. A protective glass that covers the entire opening 14a of the front frame 14 and protects the game board 20 is supported on the front frame 14. In the gaming machine 10, the middle frame 13 and the front frame 14 are supported by the outer frame 12 so as to be openable and closable. The game machine 10 includes a firing handle 16 on the front side of the front frame 14. In the game machine 10, a game ball as a game medium is fired with an intensity corresponding to the amount of operation (rotation amount) of the firing handle 16. That is, the gaming machine 10 is configured such that the firing intensity of the game ball can be adjusted by operating the firing handle 16.

The gaming machine 10 includes a decorative lamp 17 on the front side of the front frame 14. The decorative lamp 17 performs an effect (hereinafter referred to as a light emitting effect) in which a built-in light emitting body is turned on, blinked, and turned off. The gaming machine 10 includes a speaker 18 on the front side of the front frame 14 that outputs sound. The speaker 18 performs a production (hereinafter referred to as sound production) that outputs sounds such as human voices, sound effects, and music.

As shown in FIG. 2, a substantially circular game area 21 is defined on the front side of the game board 20 when viewed from the front. The game board 20 includes a guide path 21a that guides game balls fired by operating the firing handle 16 to a game area 21. The game board 20 includes a return prevention valve 21b that prevents the game ball launched into the game area 21 from returning to the guide path 21a. A game ball fired by operating the firing handle 16 is guided by a guide passage 21a, passes through a non-return valve 21b located at the most downstream position of the guide passage 21a, and reaches the game area 21. Then, the game ball that has reached the game area 21 flows down the game area 21.

The gaming machine 10 includes an information display panel 22. The information display panel 22 includes a first special symbol display section 22a. The first special symbol display section 22a displays a first special symbol variation game (hereinafter referred to as the first special game) in which a predetermined symbol is displayed in a variable manner and the first special symbol is finally displayed in a fixed and stopped manner. The information display panel 22 includes a second special symbol display section 22b. The second special symbol display section 22b displays a second special symbol variation game (hereinafter referred to as the second special game) in which a predetermined symbol is displayed in a variable manner and a second special symbol is finally displayed in a fixed and stopped manner. In the following description, the first special game and the second special game may be collectively referred to as a "special symbol variation game" or a "special game." In this way, the special games include the first special game and the second special game. The special game corresponds to a symbol variation game. The special symbol is a symbol for announcing the result of an internal lottery, which will be described later.

In this specification, "variable display" means a state in which the type of symbol being displayed changes over time. In this specification, "determined stop display" means a state in which symbols are definitely stopped and displayed, and the type of the displayed symbol does not change. Special symbols that can be fixed and stopped displayed in the special symbol display sections 22a and 22b include a jackpot symbol, a small win symbol, and a loss symbol. When the jackpot symbol is fixed and displayed in a special game, the player can recognize the jackpot. In the special game, when the small winning symbols are fixed and displayed, the player can recognize the small winning. In a special game, when a winning symbol is fixed and displayed, the player can recognize the winning symbol.

In this embodiment, the first special game and the second special game are configured to be able to be executed simultaneously. The gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to execute the second special game even while the first special game is being executed, and is configured to be able to execute the first special game even while the second special game is being executed. has been done. Therefore, in the gaming machine 10, both the first special game and the second special game may be executed in parallel.

Further, in the gaming machine 10, when a jackpot lottery is won, the jackpot symbol is fixed and displayed in a special game targeted for the winning, and then a jackpot game is generated (awarded). In the gaming machine 10, when winning a jackpot lottery (when winning a jackpot in the jackpot lottery), a jackpot game occurs (is awarded) after the special game that becomes the jackpot ends. Further, in the gaming machine 10, when a small winning lottery is won, the small winning symbol is fixed and displayed in a special game targeted for the winning, and then a small winning game is generated (awarded). In the gaming machine 10, when winning a small winning lottery (when winning a small winning lottery), a small winning game is generated (granted) after the special game that results in a small winning is finished. In this embodiment, a small win corresponds to a specific win, and a small win game corresponds to a specific win game.

In the gaming machine 10, when the jackpot symbol is fixed and displayed in the first special game during execution of the second special game, the losing symbol is fixed and displayed in the second special game, and the second special game ends. Similarly, in the gaming machine 10, if the jackpot symbol is confirmed and stopped displayed in the second special game while the first special game is being executed, the losing symbol is confirmed and stopped displayed in the first special game, and the first special game ends. do. In addition, in the gaming machine 10, if the small hit symbol is displayed as confirmed and stopped in the second special game while the first special game is being executed, the losing symbol is displayed as confirmed and stopped in the first special game, and the first special game ends. do. On the other hand, in the gaming machine 10, when a losing symbol is fixed and displayed in the first special game while the second special game is being executed, the second special game does not end and the execution of the second special game is continued. Similarly, in the gaming machine 10, if a losing symbol is fixed and displayed in the second special game while the first special game is being executed, the first special game does not end and the execution of the first special game is continued. .

The information display panel 22 includes a first special reservation display section 22c. The first special suspension display section 22c indicates the number of times the execution of the first special game is suspended (hereinafter referred to as the first special suspension number) because the start condition has been satisfied but the execution condition has not yet been satisfied. Display it in a recognizable way. The information display panel 22 includes a second special reservation display section 22d. The second special hold display section 22d indicates the number of times the execution of the second special game is suspended (hereinafter referred to as the second special hold count) because the start condition has been met but the execution condition has not yet been met. Display it in a recognizable way.

The information display panel 22 includes a normal symbol display section 22e. The normal symbol display section 22e displays a normal symbol variation game (hereinafter referred to as the "normal game") in which a predetermined symbol is displayed in a variable manner and the normal symbol is finally fixedly and stopped. The normal symbols that can be displayed with a fixed stop on the normal symbol display part 22e include at least a normal winning symbol that is displayed with a fixed stop when it is a normal hit, and a normal winning symbol that is displayed with a fixed stop when it is a normal loss. In the gaming machine 10, when winning a normal winning lottery, after the normal winning symbol is fixed and stopped displayed in the normal game, a normal winning game is generated (granted) after the normal winning normal game ends. The information display panel 22 also includes a normal hold display section 22f. The normal hold display section 22f displays in a recognizable manner the number of normal games whose execution has been put on hold (hereinafter referred to as the normal hold count) because the start condition has been met but the execution condition has not yet been met. .

In addition, for example, the information display panel 22 may include a right-handed display section that provides information regarding the firing strength of the game ball. Further, the information display panel 22 may include a round number display section that displays the number of round games during the jackpot game. These plurality of display sections do not need to be provided on the same member, and may be provided separately on different members.

The game machine 10 includes a center frame 23 provided with various decorations approximately in the center of a game area 21 of the game board 20. The center frame 23 includes an opening 23a. The gaming machine 10 includes an effect display device 25. For example, the effect display device 25 may be a display device such as a liquid crystal display or an organic EL display. The effect display device 25 includes a display area 25r in which an image is displayed. The effect display device 25 is assembled to the game board 20 so that the player can view the display area 25r through the opening 23a of the center frame 23. The effect display device 25 executes an effect (hereinafter referred to as display effect) that displays an image imitating a predetermined character or text. In this embodiment, the performance display device 25 functions as a performance execution unit that executes the performance.

The gaming machine 10 includes a first starting port 26. The first starting port 26 is located below the center frame 23 in the game area 21. The first starting port 26 is always open so that a game ball can enter the ball. The gaming machine 10 includes a first starting sensor SE1 (shown in FIG. 6) that detects a game ball that enters the first starting port 26. For example, the first starting port 26 is connected with a ball passage that guides the entered game ball to the back side of the game board 20 (discharges it to the outside from the game board 20), and the first starting sensor SE1 is connected to the ball passage. is installed. When a game ball is detected by the first starting sensor SE1, the conditions for starting the first special game can be met, and the conditions for paying out the prize ball can be met. When a game ball is detected by the first starting sensor SE1 and the conditions for paying out prize balls are met, three game balls are awarded as prize balls. In this embodiment, the first special game is configured to be executed when a game ball enters the first starting port 26 as an opportunity.

The gaming machine 10 includes a second starting port 27 that is different from the first starting port 26. The second starting port 27 is located on the lower right side of the center frame 23 in the game area 21. The gaming machine 10 includes a second starting sensor SE2 (shown in FIG. 6) that detects a game ball that enters the second starting port 27. For example, a ball passage that guides the entered game ball to the back side of the game board 20 is connected to the second starting port 27, and a second starting sensor SE2 is disposed in the ball passage. When a game ball is detected by the second starting sensor SE2, the conditions for starting the second special game can be met, and the conditions for paying out the prize ball can be met. When a game ball is detected by the second starting sensor SE2 and the conditions for paying out a prize ball are met, one game ball is awarded as a prize ball. In this way, the present embodiment is configured to be able to execute the second special game when the game ball enters the second starting port 27 as an opportunity. The second starting port 27 has a first variable member 28 as an opening/closing member. The first variable member 28 has an open state in which it is easy to allow the game ball to enter the second starting port 27, or an open state in which the ball can enter the second starting port 27, and an open state in which it is difficult to enter the game ball into the second starting port 27 (or the ball can enter the ball in the open state). (cannot be closed) and can be operated in the closed state. The first variable member 28 operates by receiving power from the first actuator A1 (shown in FIG. 6). Hereinafter, when the first variable member 28 is in the open state, it will be referred to as "the second starting port 27 is opened", and when the first variable member 28 is in the closed state, it will be referred to as "the second starting port 27 is closed". ” may be indicated. In this way, the game machine 10 is equipped with a starting opening into which a game ball can enter. The starting ports in the game machine 10 include a first starting port and a second starting port having an opening/closing member.

In this embodiment, when a game ball enters the first starting port 26 and the starting conditions for the first special game are met, a jackpot lottery is performed, but a small win lottery is not performed. On the other hand, in this embodiment, when a game ball enters the second starting port 27 and the starting conditions for the second special game are met, a jackpot lottery is held, and if the jackpot lottery is not won, A small lottery will be held. As described above, in the gaming machine 10, a small winning lottery may be performed when a game ball enters at least the second starting port of the first starting port and the second starting port.

The gaming machine 10 is equipped with a first big prize opening 29. The first big prize opening 29 is located on the right side of the center frame 23 in the gaming area 21. The game machine 10 includes a first count sensor SE3 (shown in FIG. 6) that detects game balls that have entered the first big prize opening 29. For example, the first big prize opening 29 is connected with a ball passage that guides the entered game balls to the back side of the game board 20, and the first count sensor SE3 is arranged in the ball passage. When a game ball is detected by the first count sensor SE3, a condition for paying out a prize ball is established. When a game ball is detected by the first count sensor SE3 and the conditions for paying out prize balls are met, 15 game balls are awarded as prize balls. The first big prize opening 29 has a second variable member 30. The second variable member 30 is operable in an open state in which the game ball can enter the first big prize opening 29 and a closed state in which the game ball cannot be entered in the first big prize opening 29. It is. The second variable member 30 operates by receiving power from the second actuator A2 (shown in FIG. 6). When the second variable member 30 is in the open state, the game ball is allowed to enter the first big prize opening 29. When the second variable member 30 is in the closed state, the game ball is not allowed to enter the first big prize opening 29. Hereinafter, when the second variable member 30 is in the open state, it will be referred to as "the first big prize opening 29 is opened," and when the second variable member 30 is in the closed state, it will be referred to as "the first big prize opening 29 is closed." In some cases, it may be indicated that

The gaming machine 10 is equipped with a second grand prize opening 31. The second big prize opening 31 is located on the lower right side of the center frame 23 in the gaming area 21. The game machine 10 is equipped with a second count sensor SE4 (shown in FIG. 6) that detects game balls that have entered the second big prize opening 31. For example, a ball passage that guides the entered game ball to the back side of the game board 20 is connected to the second big prize opening 31, and a second count sensor SE4 is arranged in the ball passage. When a game ball is detected by the second count sensor SE4, the conditions for paying out the prize ball are established. When a game ball is detected by the second count sensor SE4 and the conditions for paying out prize balls are met, 15 game balls are awarded as prize balls. The second big prize opening 31 has a third variable member 32. The third variable member 32 is operable in an open state in which the game ball can enter the second large prize opening 31 and a closed state in which the game ball cannot be entered in the second large prize opening 31. It is. The third variable member 32 operates by receiving power from the third actuator A3 (shown in FIG. 6). When the third variable member 32 is in the open state, the game ball is allowed to enter the second big prize opening 31. When the third variable member 32 is in the closed state, the game ball is not allowed to enter the second big prize opening 31. Hereinafter, when the third variable member 32 is in the open state, it will be referred to as "the second big prize opening 31 is opened", and when the third variable member 32 is in the closed state, it will be referred to as "the second big prize opening 31 is closed". In some cases, it may be indicated that

The gaming machine 10 includes a gate 33. The gate 33 is located on the right side of the center frame 23 in the gaming area 21. The gate 33 has a gate opening that is always open so that game balls can enter the ball. A gate sensor SE5 (shown in FIG. 6) is provided at the gate entrance to detect game balls entering and passing through. When a game ball is detected by the gate sensor SE5, the starting condition for the normal game can be satisfied.

The gaming machine 10 includes a first general winning hole 34 and a second general winning hole 35. The first general winning hole 34 is located at the lower left of the center frame 23 in the gaming area 21. The second general winning hole 35 is located on the lower right side of the center frame 23 in the gaming area 21. The first general winning hole 34 and the second general winning hole 35 are always open so that game balls can be entered. The gaming machine 10 includes a first general sensor SE6 (shown in FIG. 6) that detects a game ball that has entered the first general winning opening 34, and a second general sensor SE6 that detects a gaming ball that has entered the second general winning opening 35. A general sensor SE7 (shown in FIG. 6) is provided. For example, the first general prize opening 34 is connected with a ball passage that guides the entered game ball to the back side of the game board 20, and the first general sensor SE6 is arranged in the ball passage. When a game ball is detected by the first general sensor SE6, a condition for paying out a prize ball is established. When a game ball is detected by the first general sensor SE6 and the conditions for paying out prize balls are met, four game balls are awarded as prize balls. When a game ball is detected by the second general sensor SE7, a condition for paying out a prize ball is established. When a game ball is detected by the second general sensor SE7 and the conditions for paying out prize balls are met, four game balls are awarded as prize balls. The general winning holes 34 and 35 are also called normal winning holes.

The gaming machine 10 includes an outlet 36. In this embodiment, the ball does not enter the first starting hole 26, the second starting hole 27, the first big winning hole 29, the second big winning hole 31, the first general winning hole 34, or the second general winning hole 35. The game balls are ejected from the machine from the outlet 36 (ejected from the game board 20 to the outside). The game machine 10 includes game components that change the behavior of the game ball flowing down the game area 21, such as nails (game nails) and windmills.

The gaming machine 10 includes a passage member 37 and a passage member 38. The passage member 37 and the passage member 38 are located on the lower right side of the center frame 23 in the game area 21. A second starting port 27 is located in the passage member 37 . The first variable member 28 of the second starting port 27 is a member that constitutes the upper surface of the passage member 37. A second big prize opening 31 is located in the passage member 37. The third variable member 32 of the second big prize opening 31 is a member that constitutes the upper surface of the passage member 37. In the game area 21, the passage member 38 is arranged such that the distance between the lower surface of the passage member 38 and the upper surface of the passage member 37 is longer than the diameter of the game ball. In the gaming area 21, a downstream passage 39 is formed by the passage member 37 and the passage member 38. In the downstream passage 39, the second starting port 27 is located upstream of the second big winning port 31. In the downstream passage 39, all game balls that have not entered the second starting port 27 are guided to the second big winning port 31. If the game ball enters from the ball entry port 39a at the most upstream part of the downstream passage 39 and does not enter either the second starting port 27 or the second big winning port 31, the ball enters from the ball entry port 39a. The played game balls are discharged from the discharge port 39b at the most downstream part of the downstream passage 39.

The passage member 38 has a plurality of first protrusions 38 a on the lower surface of the passage member 38 at a location forming a downstream passage 39 with the first variable member 28 of the second starting port 27 . When a game ball flowing down (passing) the downstream passage 39 collides with the first protrusion 38a, the downstream speed (passing speed) of the game ball decreases. That is, the first protrusion 38a has a function of suppressing the speed of the game ball flowing down the upper surface of the first variable member 28 of the second starting port 27. Further, the passage member 38 has a plurality of second protrusions 38b on the lower surface of the passage member 38 at a location forming a downstream passage 39 with the third variable member 32 of the second big prize opening 31. When the game ball flowing down the flow path 39 collides with the second protrusion 38b, the speed of the game ball flowing down decreases. That is, the second protrusion 38b has a function of suppressing the speed of the game ball flowing down the upper surface of the third variable member 32 of the second big prize opening 31.

Next, in this embodiment, the path along which the game ball flows down will be explained.
The game machine 10 configured as described above has a plurality of paths for the game balls to flow down in the game area 21, depending on the firing intensity of the game balls. The path along which the game ball flows down can also be understood as the area where the game ball flows down. The plurality of routes include a first route R1 that passes through the left side of the center frame 23 (effect display device 25) and leads to the exit 36, and a first route R1 that passes through the right side of the center frame 23 (effect display device 25) and leads to the exit 36. There is a second route R2 leading to. The first route R1 and the second route R2 may partially overlap or may not overlap entirely. In the following explanation, when the game board 20 is viewed from the front, the area located to the left of the center line CL that bisects the game area 21 into left and right halves will be referred to as the left side area R1a, and the area located to the right of the center line CL will be referred to as the left side area R1a. The area is designated as right side area R2a. The route flowing down the left side region R1a corresponds to the first route R1, and the route flowing down the right side region R2a corresponds to the second route R2.

By operating the firing handle 16 and adjusting the firing strength of the game ball, the player shoots the game ball separately into the left region R1a and the right region R2a, and shoots the game ball into the first starting port 26, the second starting port 27, and the first starting port 27. It is possible to enter game balls into the grand prize opening 29, the second grand prize opening 31, the gate 33, the first general prize opening 34, and the second general prize opening 35. Specifically, when the firing intensity is adjusted to be weak and the game ball is fired (so-called left-handed hitting), the game ball is likely to be guided downward to the left side area R1a, and the game ball will be easily guided downward to the first starting port 26 and the first general winning port. There is a possibility that he will pitch into the 34th. On the other hand, when the game ball is fired by adjusting the firing strength to be stronger (so-called right-handed hitting), the game ball is likely to be guided downward to the right side area R2a, and the second starting port 27, the first big winning port 29, There is a possibility that the ball will enter the second grand prize opening 31, the gate 33, and the second general prize opening 35. Therefore, on the first route R1, there are the first starting opening 26 and the first general winning opening 34, and on the second route R2, there is the second starting opening 27, the first big winning opening 29, and the second big winning opening. It can be said that there is an opening 31, a gate 33, and a second general winning opening 35.

In this embodiment, when the game ball flows down on the first route R1, compared to the case where it flows down on the second route R2, the game ball is more active in the second starting opening 27, the first big prize opening 29, and the second big winning opening. 31, the possibility of the ball entering the gate 33 and the second general prize opening 35 is low. In this embodiment, when the game ball flows down on the second path R2, it is more likely to enter the first starting port 26 or the first general winning hole 34 compared to when it flows down the first path R1. is low. In the following explanation, firing the game ball with a firing intensity that causes the game ball to flow down on the first path R1 is sometimes referred to as "left-handed hitting". Further, firing the game ball with a firing strength that causes the game ball to flow down on the second path R2 is sometimes referred to as "right-handed hitting".

In the right side region R2a, the gate 33 is arranged on the upstream side of the second starting opening 27, the first big winning opening 29, the second big winning opening 31, and the second general winning opening 35. In the right side region R2a, the first big prize opening 29 is arranged on the upstream side of the second starting mouth 27, the second big winning mouth 31, and the second general winning opening 35. In the right side region R2a, the second starting opening 27 is arranged upstream of the second big winning opening 31.

Next, the gaming state of the gaming machine 10 will be explained.
The gaming machine 10 has a low probability state and a high probability state as gaming states with different jackpot probabilities. The jackpot probability is the probability of winning a jackpot in a jackpot lottery conducted as an internal lottery. The high probability state is a gaming state in which the jackpot probability is higher than that in the low probability state. In a high probability state, the probability of winning the jackpot is higher than in a low probability state. Note that the high probability state is a so-called "probability variable state (probability variable state)." On the other hand, the low probability state is a so-called "non-probability variable state (non-probability variable state)."

As shown in FIG. 3, in the gaming machine 10, the probability of winning a jackpot lottery that is triggered by a ball entering the first starting port 26, and the probability of winning a jackpot lottery that is triggered by a ball entering the second starting port 27 are determined. The winning probability is the same winning probability ("1/300") when both are in a low probability state. Similarly, the probability of winning a jackpot lottery that is triggered by a ball entering the first starting port 26 and the winning probability of a jackpot lottery that is triggered by a ball entering the second starting port 27 are both high probability. When it is in the state, the probability of winning is the same (“10/300”). In the gaming machine 10, the probability of a small win (probability of winning a small win lottery) does not differ depending on whether the state is a low probability state or a high probability state. In addition, in the gaming machine 10, the small winning lottery is not performed when the ball enters the first starting port 26. In the gaming machine 10, the probability of a small hit occurring when the ball enters the second starting port 27 is "289/300". In this way, the probability of getting a small hit when the ball enters the second starting port when the ball is in a non-variable state is the probability that the ball will hit a small hit when the ball enters the second starting port when the ball is in a variable state. It is the same as probability.

In addition, if a game ball enters the first starting port 26 when the probability is variable, a jackpot lottery will be held with a winning probability of "1/300" and a small hit lottery will not be held. The probability of being a failure is "299/300". In addition, if a game ball enters the first starting port 26 when the probability is variable, a jackpot lottery will be held with a winning probability of "10/300", and a small hit lottery will not be held, so there will be no loss. The probability of this is "290/300". On the other hand, if a game ball enters the second starting port 27 when the probability is variable, a jackpot lottery will be held with a winning probability of "1/300" and a small winning lottery with a winning probability of "289/300". Since a winning lottery is held, the probability of losing is "10/300". In addition, if a game ball enters the second starting port 27 when the probability is variable, a jackpot lottery will be held with a winning probability of "10/300" and a small winning lottery with a winning probability of "289/300". Since a lottery is held, the probability of losing is 1/300. As described above, when a game ball enters the second starting port 27, the probability that the second special game will be a small hit is the second The probability of winning the special game is high.

The gaming machine 10 has a non-variable shortened state and a variable shortened state as gaming states in which the variable time of at least the second special game among the first special game and the second special game is different. The variable shortened state is a gaming state in which the variable time of at least the second special game among the first special game and the second special game is shorter (or tends to be shorter) than the non-variable shortened state. Note that "at least the variation time of the second special game is shortened (or is likely to be shortened)" does not necessarily mean that the variation time of the second special game is always short, but also that the variation time of the second special game is shortened. It is intended that the average time of the variation time of the second special game be shortened. Incidentally, when the gaming machine 10 is in the variable reduction state, the variation time of both the first special game and the second special game is shorter (or tends to be shorter) than when it is in the non-variation reduction state. . Further, when the state is in the fluctuation reduction state, it is sometimes said that the fluctuation reduction function is operating. In addition, when in the non-variable shortening state, it is sometimes said that the variable shortening function is not operating (or when it is not operating).

In the gaming machine 10, the variable time of the second special game when controlled in the non-variable shortening state exceeds a predetermined variable time (for example, 4 minutes or 8 minutes). Specifically, in this embodiment, the variation time of the second special game when controlled in the non-variation shortening state is 10 minutes at least in the case of a small hit and in the case of a miss. For example, the variable time of the second special game when controlled in the non-variable shortened state may be set not to exceed a predetermined variable time (for example, 1 minute) only when a jackpot is achieved. On the other hand, in this embodiment, the variation time of the second special game when controlled in the variation shortening state does not exceed the predetermined variation time. Therefore, in the present embodiment, when the second special game is executed in the case where the control is in the fluctuation shortening state and a small win occurs, the fluctuation time of the second special game is controlled to be in the non-fluctuation shortening state. It is shorter than the fluctuation time of the second special game when the second special game is executed when the second special game is controlled and there is a small win.

The gaming machine 10 has a non-open extension state and an open extension state as gaming states in which the opening time of the first variable member 28 when a normal winning game occurs is different. The open extension state is a game state in which the opening time of the first variable member 28 is longer when a normal winning game occurs than in the non-open extension state. In the open extension state, the degree of advantage regarding the entry of the game ball into the second starting port 27 is higher than in the non-open extension state. That is, the open extended state is more advantageous in opening and closing the first variable member 28 as an opening/closing member than the non-open extended state. Incidentally, as a method of varying the opening time of the first variable member 28 when a normal winning game occurs, there is a method of varying the number of times the first variable member 28 is in the open state in one normal winning game, There are methods of varying the open time when the first variable member 28 is in the open state and the total open time during which the first variable member 28 is in the open state in one normal winning game. When in the open extension state, it is sometimes said that the open extension function is activated. When in the non-opening extension state, it is sometimes said that the opening extension function is not operating (or when it is not operating).

In addition, the game state may be configured to be able to control game states in which the probability of winning the normal winning lottery differs. For example, a state with a high probability of winning normally and a state with low probability of winning normally are configured to be controllable as gaming states, and the high probability of winning normally has a higher probability of winning a winning in the winning lottery than the low probability state of winning normally. It may also be a gaming state where the value is high. Further, it may be configured such that when controlled to be in the extended open state, the state is controlled to be in a state with a high probability of a normal win, and controlled to be in a state with a low probability of a normal win when controlled to be in the extended non-opened state.

Furthermore, the game state may be configured such that game states in which the variation time of the normal game is different can be controlled. For example, the normal shortening state and the non-normal shortening state may be configured to be controllable as game states, and the normal shortening state may be a gaming state in which the fluctuation time of the normal game is likely to be shorter than the non-normal shortening state. Note that "the variation time of a normal game tends to be short" does not necessarily mean that the variation time of a normal game is always short, but may also be such that the variation time of a normal game may be short or long. The intention is to shorten the average variation time of a normal game.

The gaming states controlled by the gaming machine 10 include "low probability state, non-variable time shortening state, non-open extension state", "low probability state, variable time shortening state, open extension state", and "high probability state, variable time shortening state, open extension state". There are ``probability state, variable time shortened state, open extended state'' and ``high probability state, variable time shortened state, non-open extended state''. In the following explanation, "gaming state controlled to low probability state, non-variable time shortening state, non-open extension state" is controlled to "normal low probability state", "low probability state, variable time shortening state, open extension state" "gaming state" may be referred to as "specific low-probability state". In addition, in the following explanation, "a gaming state controlled by a high probability state, a variable time shortening state, and an extended open state" is replaced by a "specific high probability state", a "high probability state, a variable time shortened state, and a non-open extended state". A controlled gaming state may be referred to as a special state. That is, in this embodiment, the gaming states include a normal low probability state, a specific low probability state, a specific high probability state, and a special state. The special state in this embodiment is also referred to as a small win rush (small win RUSH) or a small win rush state. In this embodiment, the normal low probability state corresponds to the normal state, and the special state corresponds to the first gaming state. Furthermore, in this embodiment, at least one of the specific low probability state and the specific high probability state corresponds to the second gaming state. The second gaming state in this embodiment can also be said to be a gaming state controlled to an extended open state.

Next, a jackpot in the gaming machine 10 will be explained.
The gaming machine 10 includes a plurality of types of jackpot symbols as special jackpot symbols. The plurality of types of jackpot symbols are classified into first jackpot symbols, second jackpot symbols, and third jackpot symbols. The type of jackpot is determined for each of the plurality of types of jackpot symbols. Specifically, a first jackpot is defined for the first jackpot symbol, a second jackpot is defined for the second jackpot symbol, and a third jackpot is defined for the third jackpot symbol. Hereinafter, the jackpot game based on the first jackpot will be referred to as the "first jackpot game", the jackpot game based on the second jackpot will be referred to as the "second jackpot game", and the jackpot game based on the third jackpot will be referred to as the "third jackpot game". In the gaming machine 10, when a jackpot lottery is won and the first jackpot symbol is fixed and displayed in a special game targeted for winning, the first jackpot game is then generated (awarded). That is, in the gaming machine 10, when a jackpot lottery is won and the jackpot symbol is the first jackpot symbol, the first jackpot game is generated after the special game that becomes the first jackpot ends. In this embodiment, the first jackpot corresponds to a special win, and the first jackpot game corresponds to a special win game. In the gaming machine 10, when a player wins a jackpot lottery and a second jackpot symbol is fixed and displayed in a special game to be won, a second jackpot game is subsequently generated. That is, in the gaming machine 10, when a jackpot lottery is won and the jackpot symbol is the second jackpot symbol, the second jackpot game is generated after the special game that becomes the second jackpot ends. In the gaming machine 10, when a player wins a jackpot lottery and a third jackpot symbol is fixed and displayed in a special game targeted for winning, a third jackpot game is subsequently generated. That is, in the gaming machine 10, when a jackpot lottery is won and the jackpot symbol is the third jackpot symbol, the third jackpot game is generated after the special game that becomes the third jackpot is finished.

In the jackpot game, first, an opening performance is performed to notify the start of the jackpot game over a predetermined opening period. In the jackpot game, after the opening presentation ends, a round game in which the first jackpot 29 is opened is performed. The round game is played up to a predetermined upper limit number of times. In one round game, the first big prize opening 29 has a first open game end condition in which a predetermined upper limit number of game balls enters, or a second open game end condition in which a predetermined upper limit time has elapsed. It will be open until it is established. In the round game, a round performance is performed. In the jackpot game, when the final round game ends, an ending effect is performed to notify the end of the jackpot game over a predetermined ending period. The jackpot game ends when the ending performance ends.

As shown in FIG. 4, the number of round games (indicated as the number of rounds in FIG. 4) is determined for each jackpot. Specifically, for the first jackpot, "10" is determined as the number of round games. Further, for the second jackpot and the third jackpot, the number of round games is set to be "four times."

For each jackpot, the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game is determined. Specifically, for the first jackpot, it is specified that the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game is controlled to a special state. In the gaming machine 10, after being controlled to a special state, the special state ends when a special state end condition is satisfied. The special state termination conditions include termination conditions that are satisfied when a jackpot lottery is won. In the gaming machine 10, when a jackpot game occurs after being controlled to a special state, the special state ends. In addition, in the gaming machine 10, even if a small winning lottery is won while the game machine 10 is controlled in a special state, the special state does not end.

For the second jackpot, it is specified that the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game is controlled to a specific high probability state. In the gaming machine 10, after being controlled to a specific high probability state, the specific high probability state ends when a condition for ending the specific high probability state is satisfied. The end conditions for the specific high probability state include an end condition that is satisfied when a jackpot lottery is won. In the gaming machine 10, when a jackpot game occurs after being controlled to a specific high probability state, the specific high probability state ends. In addition, in the gaming machine 10, even if a small winning lottery is won while the game machine 10 is controlled to be in a specific high probability state, the specific high probability state does not end.

For the third jackpot, it is specified that the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game is controlled to a specific low probability state. In the gaming machine 10, after being controlled to a specific low probability state, the specific low probability state ends when a condition for ending the specific low probability state is satisfied. The end condition of the specific low probability state includes a end condition that is satisfied when a jackpot lottery is won. In the gaming machine 10, when a jackpot game occurs after being controlled to a specific low probability state, the specific low probability state ends. In addition, in the gaming machine 10, even if a small winning lottery is won while the gaming machine 10 is controlled to be in a specific low probability state, the specific low probability state does not end. Further, the end condition of the specific low probability state includes an end condition that is satisfied when 100 special games are completed without a jackpot game occurring after the end of the third jackpot game. In the game machine 10, when 100 special games are completed without a jackpot game occurring after the third jackpot game ends, the specific low probability state ends and the control is performed to the normal low probability state.

Next, small winnings in the gaming machine 10 will be explained.
In the small winning game, the second big winning hole 31 is opened and the game ball is allowed to enter the second big winning hole 31. In the small winning game, the second big prize opening 31 is opened in a predetermined opening manner. In the small winning game, the second big prize opening 31 meets the first open game end condition in which a predetermined upper limit number of game balls enters, or the second open game end condition in which a predetermined upper limit time passes. Until then, it is opened in a predetermined opening manner. For example, in a small winning game, the second grand prize opening 31 is opened in an opening mode in which it is opened for 0.6 seconds, then closed for 0.5 seconds, and then opened for 1.2 seconds. In this way, in the small winning game, the second big winning hole 31 is opened at least once for a time period during which it is easy to enter the game ball into the second big winning hole 31. As mentioned above, in the jackpot game, the entry of the game ball into the first big prize hole 29 is allowed by opening the first big prize hole 29, while in the small hit game, the second big prize hole is opened. 31 is opened, the game ball is allowed to enter the second big prize opening 31.

In the display performance that can be performed by the performance display device 25 in this embodiment, performance symbols (hereinafter referred to as performance symbols) are displayed variably in multiple rows, and finally the combination of performance symbols is fixed and displayed. There is a production symbol variation game (hereinafter referred to as production game). The gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to execute a production game using production symbols. The production design is a design decorated with characters, patterns, etc., and is also called a "decorative design" or "decorative design." The performance game is played by displaying the first, second, and third rows of symbols in a vertically varying manner (scrolling display). The production symbols in the first row are so-called first symbols, the production symbols in the second row are so-called second symbols, and the production symbols in the third row are so-called third symbols. In the following explanation, the "first column" will be referred to as the "left column", the "first symbol" will be referred to as the "left symbol", the "second column" will be referred to as the "middle row", and the "second symbol" will be referred to as the "second symbol". It is indicated as a "middle symbol," the "third column" is indicated as a "right column," and the "third symbol" is indicated as a "right symbol." In the present embodiment, in each column, in principle, performance symbols imitating numbers [1] to [8] are displayed in a changing manner in a predetermined order.

The performance game is played in conjunction with the special game. That is, this embodiment is configured to be able to execute a production game corresponding to the symbol variation game that is currently being executed. Specifically, the performance game is started when the special game starts, and ends when the special game ends. In this way, the gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to execute the production game while the special game is being executed. Then, in the production game, a combination of production symbols corresponding to the special symbols displayed in a fixed and fixed manner in the corresponding special game is displayed in a fixed and fixed manner. When the jackpot symbols are fixed and displayed in a fixed manner in the special game, the jackpot symbol combinations are fixed and displayed in the performance game. For example, a jackpot symbol combination is a symbol combination such as [777] in which all rows of effect symbols are the same. Furthermore, when the small winning symbols are fixed and displayed in a fixed manner in the special game, the small winning symbol combinations are fixed and displayed in the production game. For example, a symbol combination for a small win is a symbol combination such as [123] or [426] in which the production symbols in at least some rows are different from the production symbols in other rows. Further, when a winning symbol is displayed in a fixed and fixed manner in the special game, a winning symbol combination is displayed in a fixed and fixed manner in the production game. For example, a missed symbol combination is a symbol combination such as [323] or [426] in which the performance symbols in at least a part of the rows are different from the performance symbols in other rows. Incidentally, the symbol combination for a small hit may be a symbol combination that is partially or entirely in common with the symbol combination for a loss. For example, when a symbol combination common to a small hit symbol combination and a missed symbol combination is fixed and displayed in a performance game, it becomes difficult to identify whether it is a small hit or a loss from the performance symbols. On the other hand, the symbol combination for a small win may be a symbol combination different from the symbol combination for a loss. In this case, it is possible to easily identify whether it is a small hit or a miss based on the effect pattern. In addition, in the performance game, the performance symbols are temporarily stopped and displayed before being fixed and stopped. In this specification, the term "temporary stop display" refers to a state that is different from a fixed stop display, such as a "shake fluctuation state."

In the production game, the display mode of the production symbols becomes a ready-to-reach mode (a ready-to-reach pattern is formed), and a ready-to-reach presentation (also simply referred to as a reach) may be performed. In the reach mode, a production pattern imitating the same number is temporarily displayed in a specific column (for example, the left column and the right column) out of multiple columns, and in a column different from the specific column (for example, the middle column). ) continues to be displayed in a fluctuating manner. The ready-to-win presentation may include a plurality of types of ready-to-win presentations in which the characters to appear and the movements of the presentation symbols are different. For example, the reach performance includes a normal reach performance and a super reach performance that is performed after the start of the normal reach performance. During execution of the special game, when a super reach effect is executed, the expectation level of a jackpot may be higher than when only a normal reach effect is executed. Note that the reach effect in this embodiment is executed during execution of the special game. As described above, in this embodiment, the effects include reach effects.

In addition, in the gaming machine 10, in addition to the performance game, the performance display device 25 plays a specific symbol variation game (hereinafter referred to as a specific game) in which a specific symbol is displayed in a variable manner, and the specific symbol is finally fixed and stopped. executed. In this way, the gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to execute a specific game using specific symbols. The specific game in this embodiment is executed by changing a row of specific symbols. The specific games include a first specific symbol variation game (hereinafter referred to as the "first specific game") that corresponds to the first special game that is being executed, and a second specific symbol variation game (hereinafter referred to as the "first specific game") that corresponds to the second special game that is being executed. (hereinafter referred to as the second specific game). Specifically, the first specific game is started when the first special game starts, and ends when the first special game ends. Similarly, the second specific game is started when the second special game starts, and ends when the second special game ends. In the specific game, a specific symbol corresponding to the special symbol displayed in a fixed and fixed manner in the special game is displayed in a fixed and fixed manner. For example, when a jackpot symbol is displayed in a fixed and fixed manner in a special game, a jackpot symbol (for example, [7]) based on a specific symbol is displayed in a fixed and fixed manner in a specific game. Further, when a small winning symbol is displayed in a fixed and fixed manner in a special game, a small winning symbol (for example, [1]) based on a specific symbol is displayed in a fixed and fixed manner in a specific game. Furthermore, when a losing symbol is displayed in a fixed and stopped manner in a special game, a losing symbol (for example, [4]) due to a specific symbol is displayed in a fixed and stopped manner in a specific game. Note that the specific pattern may be, for example, a pattern imitating a predetermined figure or a pattern imitating a predetermined character.

As shown in FIGS. 5(a) and 5(b), in the effect display device 25, specific symbols related to the first specific game are displayed in the first specific area Z1, and the specific symbols related to the first specific game A first specific game is executed. Similarly, in the effect display device 25, specific symbols related to the second specific game are displayed in the second specific area Z2, and the second specific game is executed using the specific symbols related to the first specific game. The specific symbol related to the first specific game is also referred to as a fourth symbol. The specific symbol related to the second specific game is also referred to as a fifth symbol.

In this manner, in the gaming machine 10, the performance game and the specific game are executed on the performance display device 25. The performance game is executed in response to one of the first special game and the second special game. Specifically, the gaming machine 10 is configured to execute an effect game in response to either the first special game or the second special game, depending on the gaming state. In the gaming machine 10, an effect game corresponding to the first special game is executed when the game machine 10 is in a normal low probability state. In addition, in the gaming machine 10, when the gaming machine 10 is in any one of the specific low probability state, specific high probability state, and special state, an effect game corresponding to the second special game is executed. Note that the specific game is configured to be executed in correspondence with either the first special game or the second special game, regardless of the gaming state.

As shown in FIG. 5(b), in the special state, the effect display device 25 starts the effect game with the start of the second special game, and each effect symbol is displayed in a variable manner. Note that in FIG. 5(b), it is assumed that the first special game is not being executed, but the second special game is being executed. Incidentally, in the special state, the effect display device 25 does not start the effect game even if the first special game is started. In other words, in the special state, when the first special game and the second special game are being executed simultaneously, the effect game corresponding to the first special game is not executed, and the effect game corresponding to the second special game is executed. . In addition, although the above example illustrated the effect game when it is in a special state, the structure is the same for the effect game when it is in a specific low probability state and a specific high probability state. In this way, in the special state, the specific low probability state, and the specific high probability state, when the first special game and the second special game are being executed at the same time, the production game corresponding to the first special game that is being executed is not executed. On the other hand, an effect game corresponding to the second special game being executed is executed.

On the other hand, when the gaming machine 10 is in the normal low probability state, the effect game corresponding to the first special game is executed, and the effect game corresponding to the second special game is not executed. In other words, in a normal low probability state, when the first special game and the second special game are being executed at the same time, the production game corresponding to the second special game is not executed, and the production game corresponding to the first special game is executed. be done. In this way, in the normal low probability state, when the first special game and the second special game are being executed at the same time, the production game corresponding to the second special game being executed is not executed, while the first special game being executed is A performance game corresponding to the game is executed.

FIG. 5(b) shows an example of the display content of the effect display device 25 when the first special game is not being executed while the second special game is being executed in the special state. As shown in FIG. 5(b), in the special state, even when the first special game is not being executed, when the second special game is being executed, the second special game is being executed in the second specific area Z2. The specific game is executed, and the effect game corresponding to the second special game being executed is executed. At this time, since the first special game is not being executed, the specific symbol continues to be fixed and displayed in the first specific area Z1. Incidentally, in the special state, when the first special game is executed in the effect display device 25, although the first specific game is executed in the first specific area Z1, the effect display device 25 does not correspond to the first special game being executed. The production game that does this will not be executed. Here, a specific game in a special state is illustrated, but the effect display device 25 similarly executes the first special game in any of the normal low probability state, specific low probability state, and specific high probability state. During execution, a first specific game is executed in the first specific area Z1, and a second specific game is executed in the second specific area Z2 while the second special game is being executed. In the present embodiment, in the special state, the normal low probability state, the specific low probability state, and the specific high probability state, when the first special game and the second special game are being executed simultaneously, the first special game being executed is A first specific game corresponding to the second special game being executed is executed, and a second specific game corresponding to the second special game being executed is executed.

Next, the electrical configuration of the gaming machine 10 will be explained.
As shown in FIG. 6, the gaming machine 10 includes a main board 40 as a main control section. The main board 40 performs various processes and outputs control information such as control signals (control commands) according to the results of the processes. The gaming machine 10 includes a sub-board 41 as a sub-control unit. The sub-board 41 performs predetermined processing based on the control information output by the main board 40. For example, the sub-board 41 performs processing to cause the decorative lamp 17 to perform a light emission effect, the speaker 18 to perform a sound effect, and the effect display device 25 to perform a display effect. The main board 40 and the sub board 41 are arranged on the back side of the game board 20. The game board unit includes a main board 40 and a sub board 41. In the gaming machine 10, the main board 40 and the subboard 41 can be said to be arranged inside the machine. The main board 40 is connected to a sub board 41.

First, the main board 40 will be explained.
The main board 40 includes a main CPU 40a, a main ROM 40b, and a main RAM 40c. The main CPU 40a performs various processes by executing a control program (main control program) in the main ROM 40b.

The main ROM 40b stores a main control program, a lottery table used for a predetermined lottery, determination values, and the like. For example, the main ROM 40b stores a jackpot determination value used in a jackpot lottery. The jackpot judgment value includes a high probability jackpot judgment value and a common jackpot judgment value. In addition, in the gaming machine 10, only the common jackpot determination value of the common jackpot determination value and the high probability jackpot determination value is used in the jackpot lottery when the probability is low, while the common jackpot determination value is used when the jackpot lottery is in the high probability state. Both the jackpot judgment value and the high-probability jackpot judgment value are used. For example, the main ROM 40b stores a jackpot symbol determination value that is used to determine a jackpot symbol when winning a jackpot lottery. The jackpot symbol determination value includes a first jackpot symbol determination value, a second jackpot symbol determination value, and a third jackpot symbol determination value. Although details will be described later, in the gaming machine 10, when determining a jackpot symbol, if the value of the obtained random number matches the first jackpot symbol judgment value, the first jackpot is determined as the type of jackpot. Become. Similarly, in the gaming machine 10, when determining the jackpot symbol, if the value of the obtained random number matches the second jackpot symbol determination value, the second jackpot is determined as the type of jackpot. Further, in the game machine 10, when determining the jackpot symbol, if the value of the obtained random number matches the third jackpot symbol judgment value, the third jackpot is determined as the type of jackpot. In addition, the main ROM 40b stores performance determination values used for performance lottery. In the performance lottery, a decision is made as to whether to execute the reach performance. For this reason, the production lottery can also be called a reach lottery.

In addition, for example, the main ROM 40b stores a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns. The plurality of types of variation patterns are associated with the variation time from the start of the special game until the end of the special game (variation time of the special game). The fluctuation pattern can be said to be information that can specify the fluctuation time of the special game. The variation pattern may be information that can specify part or all of the performance contents of the performance game that is performed between the start of the special game and the end of the special game. The fluctuation patterns include, for example, a jackpot fluctuation pattern, a small hit fluctuation pattern, and a loss fluctuation pattern. The jackpot fluctuation pattern is associated with the performance content of the performance game, which is to finalize and stop displaying the jackpot pattern based on the performance pattern after the reach performance. The small hit variation pattern is associated with the performance content of the performance game in which the small win pattern is finally determined and stopped by the performance pattern without going through the reach performance. In addition, the small hit fluctuation pattern may include a fluctuation pattern associated with a performance content that finalizes and stops displaying a losing symbol combination after a ready-to-win performance as the performance content of the performance game. The off-reach variation patterns include a off-reach variation pattern and an off-reach variation pattern. The off-reach no-reach variation pattern is associated with the performance content of the performance game that finally causes the out-of-reach symbol to be fixed and displayed without going through the reach performance. The fluctuating pattern with a missed reach is associated with the performance content of the performance game, in which the winning symbol combination is finally fixed and stopped after the reach performance.

The variation patterns include a variation pattern that can be determined when the variation is in the shortened variation state, and a variation pattern that can be determined when the variation is in the non-variation shortened state. The variation pattern that can be determined when the variation is in the shortened variation state and the variation pattern that can be determined when the variation is in the non-variation and shortened state are partially or completely different. The fluctuation time set for the fluctuation pattern that can be determined when the fluctuation is shortened is shorter (or shorter) than the fluctuation time set for the fluctuation pattern that can be determined when the fluctuation is shortened. ). In the gaming machine 10, the fluctuation reduction state is realized by determining a fluctuation pattern from a fluctuation pattern table in which one or more fluctuation patterns that can be determined when in the fluctuation reduction state are defined. Similarly, in the gaming machine 10, the non-variable shortening state is realized by determining a fluctuation pattern from a fluctuation pattern table in which one or more fluctuation patterns that can be determined when in the non-fluctuation shortening state are determined. Ru.

Further, the variation patterns include a variation pattern for the first special game that can be determined when executing the first special game, and a variation pattern for the second special game that can be determined when executing the second special game. There is. The variation pattern for the first special game and the variation pattern for the second special game are partially or completely different. Incidentally, in the gaming machine 10, the first special game may result in a jackpot, but it may not result in a small win. Therefore, the gaming machine 10 does not have a small winning variation pattern for the first special game.

As described above, the fluctuation patterns include the jackpot fluctuation pattern for the first special game when in the non-variable shortened state, the jackpot fluctuation pattern for the first special game when the fluctuation shortened state is There is a jackpot fluctuation pattern for the second special game when the game is in the state, and a jackpot fluctuation pattern for the second special game when the game is in the fluctuation shortening state. Further, the fluctuation patterns include a small winning fluctuation pattern for the second special game when the non-fluctuation reduction state is in place, and a small winning fluctuation pattern for the second special game when the fluctuation reduction state is in the fluctuation reduction state. Further, the variation patterns include a variation pattern with no missed reach for the first special game when in a non-variable shortening state, and a variation pattern with no missed reach for the first special game when in a variable shortening state. . Further, the variation patterns include a variation pattern with no missed reach for the second special game when in the non-variable shortening state, and a variation pattern with no missed reach for the second special game when in the variable shortening state. . Further, the variation patterns include a variation pattern with a missed reach for the first special game when in a non-variable shortening state, and a variation pattern with a missed reach for the first special game when in a variable shortening state. . Further, the variation patterns include a variation pattern with a missed reach for the second special game when in a non-variable shortening state, and a variation pattern with a missed reach for the second special game when in a variable shortening state. .

The main RAM 40c is configured to be able to store various information that can be rewritten as appropriate during the operation of the gaming machine 10. The information stored in the main RAM 40c includes, for example, flags, counters, and timers. The main board 40 is configured to be able to generate random numbers. For example, the random number may be generated as a hardware random number by mounting a random number generation circuit on the main board 40 that updates the value of the random number every predetermined cycle, and the main CPU 40a updates the value of the random number every predetermined control cycle. It may be generated as a software random number by updating .

Connected to the main board 40 are a first starting sensor SE1, a second starting sensor SE2, a first count sensor SE3, a second count sensor SE4, a gate sensor SE5, a first general sensor SE6, and a second general sensor SE7. . The main CPU 40a is configured to be able to input detection signals output from various sensors SE1 to SE7 via ports. An information display panel 22 is connected to the main board 40 . The main CPU 40a can control the display contents of the information display panel 22 via the drive circuit. A first actuator A1, a second actuator A2, and a third actuator A3 are connected to the main board 40. The main CPU 40a can control the operation of the first actuator A1, the second actuator A2, and the third actuator A3 via the drive circuit.

Next, the sub-board 41 will be explained.
The sub-board 41 includes a sub-CPU 41a, a sub-ROM 41b, and a sub-RAM 41c. For example, the sub CPU 41a performs various processes (for example, processes related to effects) by executing a control program (sub control program) in the sub ROM 41b. The sub-ROM 41b stores a sub-control program, a lottery table used for lottery, determination values, and the like. The sub ROM 41b stores display effect data that can specify the mode (content) of the display effect on the effect display device 25. The sub ROM 41b stores light emitting effect data that can specify the mode (content) of the light emitting effect in the decorative lamp 17. The sub ROM 41b stores sound production data that can specify the mode (content) of sound production in the speaker 18.

The secondary RAM 41c is configured to be able to store various information that can be rewritten as appropriate during the operation of the gaming machine 10. The information stored in the secondary RAM 41c includes, for example, flags, counters, and timers. The sub-board 41 is configured to be able to generate random numbers. For example, the random number may be generated as a hardware random number by mounting a random number generation circuit on the sub board 41 that updates the value of the random number every predetermined cycle, and the sub CPU 41a updates the value of the random number every predetermined control cycle. It may be generated as a software random number by updating .

A decorative lamp 17, a speaker 18, and an effect display device 25 are connected to the sub-board 41. The sub CPU 41a can control the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the effect display device 25 via the drive circuit.

The details of the control executed by the main CPU 40a and the sub CPU 41a will be explained below. First, various processes performed by the main CPU 40a will be explained.
First, the special symbol input process performed by the main CPU 40a will be explained.

In the special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a performs a first special symbol input process. Moreover, after finishing the first special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a performs the second special symbol input process. Then, in the special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a ends the special symbol input process after completing the second special symbol input process.

In the first special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a determines whether a game ball has entered the first starting port 26 based on whether a detection signal from the first starting sensor SE1 has been input (hereinafter, the first input judgment). If the determination result of the first input determination is negative, the main CPU 40a ends the first special symbol input process. On the other hand, if the determination result of the first input determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a determines whether the first special reservation number stored in the main RAM 40c is less than the upper limit number (4 in this embodiment) (hereinafter referred to as , denoted as the first suspension determination). If the determination result of the first suspension determination is negative, the main CPU 40a ends the first special symbol input process.

When the determination result of the first reservation determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a updates the first special reservation number by adding one. Further, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 to display the updated first special reservation number. The main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter referred to as a first reservation number command) that can specify the updated first special reservation number in an output buffer. Further, when the determination result of the first suspension determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a acquires a random number generated within the main board 40, and stores random number information based on the acquired random number in the main RAM 40c. At this time, the main CPU 40a stores the random number information so that it can be specified that it is random number information for the first special game and the order in which the random number information is stored can be specified. In this embodiment, by storing the random number information for the first special game in the main RAM 40c, the execution of the first special game is suspended until the execution conditions for the first special game are satisfied. The gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to suspend execution of the first special game. The random number information may be the acquired random number itself, or may be information obtained by processing the random number using a predetermined method. For example, the random numbers include a winning lottery random number used for a jackpot lottery and a small winning lottery, a pattern random number used for determining a jackpot symbol, a variable pattern random number used for determining a fluctuation pattern, a performance lottery random number used for a performance lottery (reach lottery), etc. It is. Thereafter, in the first special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a performs a prefetch command generation process. Then, in the first special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a ends the first special symbol input process after completing the prefetch command generation process. The pre-read command generation process in the first special symbol input process will be described later along with the pre-read command generation process in the second special symbol input process, which will be described later.

In the second special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a determines whether a game ball has entered the second starting port 27 based on whether a detection signal from the second starting sensor SE2 has been input (hereinafter, the second input judgment). If the determination result of the second input determination is negative, the main CPU 40a ends the special symbol input process. On the other hand, if the determination result of the second input determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a determines whether the second special reservation number stored in the main RAM 40c is less than the upper limit number (4 in this embodiment) (hereinafter referred to as , denoted as second suspension determination). If the determination result of the second suspension determination is negative, the main CPU 40a ends the special symbol input process.

If the determination result of the second reservation determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a updates the second special reservation number by adding one. The main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 to display the updated second special reservation number. Further, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter referred to as a second reservation number command) that can specify the updated second special reservation number in the output buffer. Further, if the determination result of the second suspension determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a acquires the random number generated within the main board 40, stores random number information based on the acquired random number in the main RAM 40c, and performs special symbol input processing. end. At this time, the main CPU 40a stores the random number information in such a manner that it is possible to specify that the random number information is for the second special game and to specify the storage order of the random number information. In this embodiment, by storing random number information for the second special game in the main RAM 40c, the execution of the second special game is suspended until the execution conditions for the second special game are satisfied. The gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to suspend execution of the second special game. As described above, the gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to suspend execution of the special game (symbol variation game). Thereafter, in the second special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a performs a prefetch command generation process. Then, in the second special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a ends the second special symbol input process after completing the prefetch command generation process.

Here, the pre-read command generation process in the first special symbol input process and the pre-read command generation process in the second special symbol input process will be explained.
First, the prefetch commands generated in the prefetch command generation process will be described.

As shown in FIG. 7, the prefetch commands generated in the prefetch command generation process are classified into prefetch commands SC1 to SC12. The prefetch command SC1 is generated when the value of the winning lottery random number matches the common jackpot determination value and the value of the symbol random number matches the first jackpot symbol determination value. The prefetch command SC2 is generated when the value of the winning lottery random number matches the common jackpot determination value and the value of the symbol random number matches the second jackpot symbol determination value. The prefetch command SC3 is generated when the value of the winning lottery random number matches the common jackpot determination value and the value of the symbol random number matches the third jackpot symbol determination value. The look-ahead command SC4 is such that the value of the winning lottery random number is a value that matches the high probability jackpot judgment value, the value of the symbol random number is a value that matches the first jackpot symbol judgment value, and the value of the production lottery random number is a value that matches the first jackpot symbol judgment value. Generated when the value matches the performance judgment value. The look-ahead command SC5 is such that the value of the winning lottery random number is a value that matches the high probability jackpot judgment value, the value of the symbol random number is a value that matches the first jackpot symbol judgment value, and the value of the production lottery random number is a value that matches the first jackpot symbol judgment value. It is generated when the value does not match the performance judgment value (indicated as non-matching in FIG. 7). The look-ahead command SC6 is such that the value of the winning lottery random number is a value that matches the high probability jackpot judgment value, the value of the symbol random number is a value that matches the second jackpot symbol judgment value, and the value of the production lottery random number is a value that matches the second jackpot symbol judgment value. Generated when the value matches the performance judgment value. The look-ahead command SC7 is such that the value of the winning lottery random number is a value that matches the high-probability jackpot judgment value, the value of the symbol random number is a value that matches the second jackpot symbol judgment value, and the value of the production lottery random number is a value that matches the second jackpot symbol judgment value. Generated when the value does not match the performance judgment value. The look-ahead command SC8 is such that the value of the winning lottery random number is a value that matches the high-probability jackpot judgment value, the value of the symbol random number is a value that matches the third jackpot symbol judgment value, and the value of the production lottery random number is Generated when the value matches the performance judgment value. The look-ahead command SC9 is such that the value of the winning lottery random number is a value that matches the high-probability jackpot judgment value, the value of the symbol random number is a value that matches the third jackpot symbol judgment value, and the value of the production lottery random number is a value that matches the third jackpot symbol judgment value. Generated when the value does not match the performance judgment value.

The prefetch command SC10 is generated when the value of the winning lottery random number is a value that does not match all of the winning determination values, and the value of the performance lottery random number is a value that matches the performance determination value. In addition, here, "when the value of the winning lottery random number is a value that does not match all the hit judgment values" means the pre-read command generation process in the first special symbol input process and the pre-read command generation process in the second special symbol input process. Different in processing. In the look-ahead command generation process in the second special symbol input process, "when the value of the winning lottery random number is a value that does not match all the winning judgment values" means that the value of the winning lottery random number is a common jackpot judgment value, a high probability jackpot judgment This means a case where neither the value nor the small hit judgment value match. On the other hand, in the look-ahead command generation process in the first special symbol input process, "when the value of the winning lottery random number is a value that does not match all the winning judgment values" means that the value of the winning lottery random number is the common jackpot judgment value and the high probability It means a case where it does not match any of the jackpot determination values. The prefetch command SC11 is generated when the value of the winning lottery random number is a value that does not match all the winning determination values, and the value of the performance lottery random number is a value that does not match the performance determination value. The prefetch command SC12 can be generated only in the prefetch command generation process in the second special symbol input process. The prefetch command SC12 is generated when the value of the winning lottery random number is a value that matches the small winning determination value. In the present embodiment, although a jackpot lottery is held when the ball enters the first starting port 26, a small winning lottery is not held when the ball enters the first starting port 26. Therefore, in the prefetch command generation process in the first special symbol input process, no judgment is made as to whether the value of the winning lottery random number matches the small hit determination value, and the prefetch command SC12 is not generated.

In the prefetch command generation process, the main CPU 40a generates a prefetch command based on the random number value obtained in the special symbol input process, and stores it in the output buffer. Specifically, in the look-ahead command generation process in the first special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a generates a command based on the value of at least some random numbers among the winning lottery random number, symbol random number, and performance lottery random number acquired in the first special symbol input process. generates a read-ahead command and stores it in the output buffer. Further, in the prefetch command generation process in the first special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a generates a prefetch command that can be identified as a prefetch command corresponding to the first special game, and stores it in the output buffer. Further, in the pre-read command generation process in the first special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a generates a pre-read command that can specify the first special reservation number, and stores it in the output buffer. For example, when the first special pending number is "3" and a prefetch command classified as prefetch command SC1 is generated in the prefetch command generation process in the first special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a A prefetch command SC1 is generated that can identify the correspondence and that the first special reservation number is "3".

Similarly, in the look-ahead command generation process in the second special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a generates a random number based on the value of at least some of the winning lottery random numbers, symbol random numbers, and effect lottery random numbers acquired in the second special symbol input process. Generate a read-ahead command and store it in the output buffer. Further, in the prefetch command generation process in the second special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a generates a prefetch command that can be identified as a prefetch command corresponding to the second special game, and stores it in the output buffer. Further, in the pre-read command generation process in the second special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a generates a pre-read command that can specify the second special reservation number, and stores it in the output buffer.

Control related to generation of a prefetch command in the prefetch command generation process will be described below. In addition, in the following explanation, "the acquired random number" means the random number acquired in the first special symbol input process if it is a prefetch command generation process in the first special symbol input process,
If it is a prefetch command generation process in the second special symbol input process, it means the random number acquired in the second special symbol input process.

In the prefetch command generation process, the main CPU 40a generates a prefetch command classified as one of the prefetch commands SC1 to SC3 when the value of the acquired winning lottery random number matches the common jackpot determination value. Specifically, the main CPU 40a generates a prefetch command classified as the prefetch command SC1 when the value of the acquired symbol random number matches the first jackpot symbol determination value. The main CPU 40a generates a prefetch command classified as a prefetch command SC2 when the value of the acquired symbol random number matches the second jackpot symbol determination value. The main CPU 40a generates a prefetch command classified as a prefetch command SC3 when the value of the acquired symbol random number matches the third jackpot symbol determination value.

In the prefetch command generation process, the main CPU 40a generates a prefetch command that is classified as one of the prefetch commands SC4 to SC9 when the value of the acquired winning lottery random number matches the high probability jackpot determination value. In particular, the main CPU 40a generates a prefetch command classified into either of the prefetch commands SC4 and SC5 when the value of the acquired symbol random number matches the first jackpot symbol determination value. Specifically, the main CPU 40a generates a prefetch command classified as the prefetch command SC4 when the value of the obtained performance lottery random number matches the performance determination value. On the other hand, if the value of the acquired performance lottery random number does not match the performance determination value, the main CPU 40a generates a prefetch command classified as a prefetch command SC5. Further, when the value of the acquired symbol random number matches the second jackpot symbol determination value, the main CPU 40a generates a pre-read command classified as either pre-read command SC6 or SC7. Specifically, the main CPU 40a generates a prefetch command classified as the prefetch command SC6 when the value of the obtained effect lottery random number matches the effect determination value. On the other hand, if the value of the acquired performance lottery random number does not match the performance determination value, the main CPU 40a generates a prefetch command classified as a prefetch command SC7. Further, when the value of the acquired symbol random number matches the third jackpot symbol determination value, the main CPU 40a generates a pre-read command classified as either pre-read command SC8 or SC9. Specifically, the main CPU 40a generates a prefetch command classified as the prefetch command SC8 when the value of the acquired performance lottery random number matches the performance determination value. On the other hand, if the value of the acquired performance lottery random number does not match the performance determination value, the main CPU 40a generates a prefetch command classified as a prefetch command SC9.

In the prefetch command generation process, the main CPU 40a generates a prefetch command that is classified as one of the prefetch commands SC10 and SC11 when the value of the acquired winning lottery random number does not match all of the winning determination values. Specifically, in the prefetch command generation process in the first special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a issues the prefetch commands SC10, SC11 when the value of the acquired winning lottery random number does not match either the common jackpot determination value or the high certainty jackpot determination value. A prefetch command classified into one of these is generated. On the other hand, in the look-ahead command generation process in the second special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a issues a look-ahead command when the value of the acquired winning lottery random number does not match any of the common jackpot judgment value, high certainty jackpot judgment value, and small hit judgment value. A prefetch command classified into either SC10 or SC11 is generated. The main CPU 40a generates a prefetch command classified as a prefetch command SC10 when the value of the obtained performance lottery random number matches the performance determination value. On the other hand, if the value of the acquired performance lottery random number does not match the performance determination value, the main CPU 40a generates a prefetch command classified as a prefetch command SC11. In the prefetch command generation process in the second special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a generates a prefetch command classified as the prefetch command SC12 when the value of the acquired winning lottery random number matches the small hit determination value.

Next, the special symbol start process performed by the main CPU 40a will be explained.
In the special symbol start process, the main CPU 40a determines whether a winning game (big winning game, small winning game) is in progress. If the winning game is in progress, the main CPU 40a ends the special symbol start process. On the other hand, if the winning game is not in progress, the main CPU 40a performs the first execution determination. In the first execution determination, the main CPU 40a determines whether the first special game is being executed. When determining that the first special game is being executed in the first execution determination, the main CPU 40a performs a second execution determination. In the second execution determination, the main CPU 40a determines whether the second special game is being executed. On the other hand, when determining in the first execution determination that the first special game is not being executed, the main CPU 40a performs a first suspension determination. In the first reservation determination, the main CPU 40a determines whether the first special reservation number stored in the main RAM 40c is one or more. When determining in the first suspension determination that the first special suspension number is not 1 or more, the main CPU 40a performs a second execution determination. On the other hand, when determining in the first suspension determination that the first special suspension number is 1 or more, the main CPU 40a performs a first special symbol start process related to execution of the first special game. After performing the first special symbol start process, the main CPU 40a performs a second execution determination.

When determining that the second special game is being executed in the second execution determination, the main CPU 40a ends the special symbol start process. On the other hand, when determining in the second execution determination that the second special game is not being executed, the main CPU 40a performs a second suspension determination. In the second reservation determination, the main CPU 40a determines whether the second special reservation number stored in the main RAM 40c is one or more. When determining in the second reservation determination that the second special reservation number is not 1 or more, the main CPU 40a ends the special symbol start process. On the other hand, when determining in the second suspension determination that the second special suspension number is 1 or more, the main CPU 40a performs a second special symbol start process related to execution of the second special game. After performing the second special symbol start process, the main CPU 40a ends the special symbol start process.

Here, the first special symbol start process will be explained.
In the first special symbol start process, the main CPU 40a updates the first special reservation number stored in the main RAM 40c by subtracting one. The main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that the updated first special reservation number is displayed. Further, the main CPU 40a stores in the output buffer a first reservation number command that can specify the updated first special reservation number. Subsequently, the main CPU 40a reads out the first stored random number information among the random number information for the first special game from the main RAM 40c. After reading the earliest random number information, the main CPU 40a erases the first stored random number information from the main RAM 40c. Then, the main CPU 40a refers to information (hereinafter referred to as a probability state flag) that can specify whether the gaming state is a low probability state or a high probability state among the information stored in the main RAM 40c that can specify the gaming state. Then, the jackpot lottery process is performed.

In the jackpot lottery process, the main CPU 40a performs a jackpot lottery based on the value of the winning lottery random number that can be specified from the read random number information and the jackpot determination value stored in the main ROM 40b. The main CPU 40a performs a jackpot lottery using the common jackpot determination value and the high probability jackpot determination value in a high probability state, and performs a jackpot lottery using the common jackpot determination value in a low probability state. The main CPU 40a determines whether the value of the winning lottery random number and the jackpot determination value match, and performs a jackpot lottery. In this embodiment, when the value of the winning lottery random number and the jackpot judgment value match, it is assumed that the jackpot drawing has been won (the jackpot has been won), and when the value of the winning drawing random number and the jackpot judgment value do not match, the jackpot drawing has been won. It is assumed that the candidate was not elected (not elected). If the player wins the jackpot lottery, the main CPU 40a ends the jackpot lottery process and executes the jackpot game process. On the other hand, if the player does not win the jackpot lottery, the main CPU 40a ends the jackpot lottery process and executes the losing game process.

Here, the jackpot game process in the first special symbol start process will be explained.
The main CPU 40a determines a jackpot symbol based on a symbol random number that can be specified from the read random number information and a jackpot symbol determination value stored in the main ROM 40b. The main CPU 40a determines the first jackpot symbol when the value of the symbol random number and the first jackpot symbol judgment value match. The main CPU 40a determines the jackpot symbol as the second jackpot symbol when the value of the symbol random number and the second jackpot symbol determination value match. The main CPU 40a determines the jackpot symbol to be the third jackpot symbol when the value of the symbol random number and the third jackpot symbol determination value match. Further, the main CPU 40a determines a jackpot fluctuation pattern based on the value of the fluctuation pattern random number that can be specified from the read random number information. At this time, the main CPU 40a generates information (hereinafter referred to as a shortened state flag) that can specify whether the gaming state is a non-variable shortened state or a variable shortened state among the information stored in the main RAM 40c that can specify the gaming state. See. Then, if the main CPU 40a is in the non-variable shortening state, the main CPU 40a determines the jackpot fluctuation pattern for the first special game in the non-fluctuation shortening state. On the other hand, if the main CPU 40a is in the fluctuation reduction state, the main CPU 40a determines a jackpot fluctuation pattern for the first special game when the fluctuation reduction state is in the fluctuation reduction state. Thereby, when the main CPU 40a is in the fluctuation reduction state, it determines a fluctuation pattern with a shorter fluctuation time than when it is in a non-variation reduction state (or it is easier to determine a fluctuation pattern with a short fluctuation time). After determining the special symbol and the variation pattern, the main CPU 40a ends the jackpot game process and sends control information (hereinafter referred to as symbol command) that allows the determined special symbol to be specified and control information that allows the determined variation pattern to be specified. (hereinafter referred to as fluctuation pattern command) is stored in the output buffer. Then, the main CPU 40a ends the first special symbol start process.

Next, the losing game process in the first special symbol start process will be explained.
The main CPU 40a determines the losing symbol. Further, the main CPU 40a performs a performance lottery based on the value of the performance lottery random number that can be specified from the read random number information and the performance determination value stored in the main ROM 40b. The main CPU 40a determines that the performance lottery has been won when the value of the performance lottery random number and the performance judgment value match, and that the performance lottery has not been won (not won) when the value of the performance lottery random number and the performance judgment value do not match. ) The main CPU 40a determines a variable pattern with a chance of winning if the performance lottery is won, based on the value of the fluctuation pattern random number that can be specified from the read random number information, while determining a fluctuation pattern with a chance of losing if the performance lottery is not won. Determine the fluctuation pattern. At this time, the main CPU 40a refers to the shortened state flag. Then, when the main CPU 40a is in the non-variable shortening state and wins the performance lottery, the main CPU 40a determines a variation pattern with a missed reach for the first special game when the player is in the non-variable shortening state. On the other hand, if the main CPU 40a is in the non-variable shortening state and does not win the performance lottery, the main CPU 40a determines a variation pattern with no missed reach for the first special game when the player is in the non-variable shortening state. Further, when the main CPU 40a is in the fluctuation reduction state and wins the performance lottery, the main CPU 40a determines a fluctuation pattern with a missed reach for the first special game when the fluctuation reduction state is in the fluctuation reduction state. On the other hand, if the main CPU 40a is in the variable shortening state and does not win the performance lottery, the main CPU 40a determines a variation pattern with no missed reach for the first special game in the variable shortening state. Thereby, when the main CPU 40a is in the fluctuation reduction state, it determines a fluctuation pattern with a shorter fluctuation time than when it is in a non-variation reduction state (or it is easier to determine a fluctuation pattern with a short fluctuation time). After determining the special symbol and the fluctuation pattern, the main CPU 40a ends the losing game process and stores in the output buffer a symbol command that can identify the determined special symbol and a fluctuation pattern command that can identify the determined fluctuation pattern. . Then, the main CPU 40a ends the first special symbol start process.

Next, the second special symbol start process will be explained.
In the second special symbol start process, the main CPU 40a updates the second special reservation number stored in the main RAM 40c by subtracting one. The main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that the updated second special reservation number is displayed. Further, the main CPU 40a stores in the output buffer a second reservation number command that can specify the updated second special reservation number. Subsequently, the main CPU 40a reads out the first stored random number information among the random number information for the second special game from the main RAM 40c. Note that, upon reading out the earliest random number information, the main CPU 40a erases the first stored random number information from the main RAM 40c. Then, the main CPU 40a performs a jackpot lottery process with reference to the probability state flag.

In the jackpot lottery process in the second special symbol start process, the main CPU 40a performs the same control as the jackpot lottery process in the first special symbol start process described above. However, if a jackpot lottery is won in the jackpot lottery process in the second special symbol start process, the main CPU 40a ends the jackpot lottery process and executes the jackpot game process. On the other hand, if the jackpot lottery is not won in the jackpot lottery process in the second special symbol start process, the main CPU 40a ends the jackpot lottery process and executes the small win lottery process.

The jackpot game process in the second special symbol start process will be explained.
The main CPU 40a performs the same control as the jackpot game process in the first special symbol start process described above. However, if the main CPU 40a is in the non-variable shortening state, the main CPU 40a determines the jackpot fluctuation pattern for the second special game when the non-fluctuation shortening state is present. On the other hand, if the main CPU 40a is in the fluctuation reduction state, the main CPU 40a determines a jackpot fluctuation pattern for the second special game when the fluctuation reduction state is in the fluctuation reduction state. Thereby, when the main CPU 40a is in the fluctuation reduction state, it determines a fluctuation pattern with a shorter fluctuation time than when it is in a non-variation reduction state (or it is easier to determine a fluctuation pattern with a short fluctuation time). After determining the special symbol and the variation pattern, the main CPU 40a ends the jackpot game process and stores in the output buffer a symbol command that can identify the determined special symbol and a fluctuation pattern command that can identify the determined variation pattern. . Then, the main CPU 40a ends the second special symbol start process.

In the small winning lottery process, the main CPU 40a uses the value of the winning lottery random number that can be specified from the read random number information (the value of the winning lottery random number used in the jackpot lottery process) and the small winning determination value stored in the main ROM 40b. A small winning lottery will be conducted based on . The main CPU 40a determines whether the value of the winning lottery random number and the small winning determination value match, and performs the small winning lottery. In this embodiment, if the value of the winning lottery random number and the small hit judgment value match, it is assumed that the small winning lottery has been won (the small winning has been won), and if the value of the winning lottery random number and the small winning judgment value do not match, it is assumed that the small winning lottery has been won. It is assumed that the person did not win the small winning lottery (did not win). If the player wins the small win lottery, the main CPU 40a ends the small win lottery process and executes the small win game process. On the other hand, if you do not win the small winning lottery, that is, if you do not win the jackpot in the jackpot lottery and do not win the small winning lottery in the small winning lottery, the main CPU 40a ends the small winning lottery process and Executes game processing.

The small winning game processing will be explained.
The main CPU 40a determines the small winning symbols. Further, the main CPU 40a determines a small winning variation pattern based on the value of the variation pattern random number that can be specified from the read random number information. At this time, the main CPU 40a refers to the shortened state flag. Then, if the main CPU 40a is in the non-variable shortening state, the main CPU 40a determines a small winning fluctuation pattern for the second special game when the non-fluctuation shortening state is present. On the other hand, if the main CPU 40a is in the fluctuation reduction state, the main CPU 40a determines a small winning fluctuation pattern for the second special game when the fluctuation reduction state is in the fluctuation reduction state. Thereby, when the main CPU 40a is in the fluctuation reduction state, it determines a fluctuation pattern with a shorter fluctuation time than when it is in a non-variation reduction state (or it is easier to determine a fluctuation pattern with a short fluctuation time). After determining the special symbol and the fluctuation pattern, the main CPU 40a ends the small winning game process, and stores in the output buffer a symbol command that can identify the determined special symbol and a fluctuation pattern command that can identify the determined fluctuation pattern. do. Then, the main CPU 40a ends the second special symbol start process.

In the losing game process in the second special symbol starting process, the main CPU 40a performs the same control as the losing game process in the first special symbol starting process described above. However, in the losing game process in the second special symbol start process, the main CPU 40a is in the non-fluctuation shortening state and if you win the production lottery, the main CPU 40a is the non-fluctuation shortening state. Determine the variation pattern with off-reach. On the other hand, in the losing game process in the second special symbol start process, the main CPU 40a is in the non-fluctuation reduction state and if the production lottery is not won, Determine the outlier reach and no variation pattern. In addition, in the losing game processing in the second special symbol start process, the main CPU 40a is in the fluctuation shortening state and when winning the production lottery, the losing reach for the second special game when in the fluctuation shortening state is Yes, determine the fluctuation pattern. On the other hand, in the losing game process in the second special symbol start process, the main CPU 40a is in the fluctuation shortening state and when the production lottery is not won, the losing game processing for the second special game when in the fluctuation shortening state is performed. Determine the no-reach variation pattern. Thereby, when the main CPU 40a is in the fluctuation reduction state, it determines a fluctuation pattern with a shorter fluctuation time than when it is in a non-variation reduction state (or it is easier to determine a fluctuation pattern with a short fluctuation time). After determining the special symbol and the fluctuation pattern in the losing game process, the main CPU 40a ends the losing game process and issues a symbol command that can identify the determined special symbol and a fluctuation pattern command that can identify the determined fluctuation pattern. Store in output buffer. Then, the main CPU 40a ends the second special symbol start process.

In the following explanation, the variation pattern command stored in the output buffer in the first special symbol start process will be referred to as the first variation pattern command, and the variation pattern command stored in the output buffer in the second special symbol start process will be referred to as the second variation pattern command. Sometimes referred to as a pattern command. The first variation pattern command can be said to be control information that can specify the variation pattern related to the first special game. On the other hand, the second variation pattern command can be said to be control information that can specify the variation pattern related to the second special game.

When the first special symbol start process is finished, the main CPU 40a performs a process different from the first special symbol start process and executes the first special game. Specifically, when the first special symbol start process is finished, the main CPU 40a controls to start the first special game based on the first special symbol start process. That is, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so as to variably display a predetermined symbol on the first special symbol display section 22a. The main CPU 40a measures the fluctuation time associated with the fluctuation pattern determined in the first special symbol start process. Then, the main CPU 40a controls to end the first special game based on the first special symbol start process when the variable time associated with the variable pattern has elapsed. That is, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that the special symbol determined in the first special symbol start process is permanently displayed on the first special symbol display section 22a. In addition, when the variation time corresponding to the variation pattern determined in the first special symbol start process has elapsed, the main CPU 40a ends the first game for displaying the symbol combination based on the production symbol or the specific symbol according to the specific game in a fixed and stopped manner. Store the command in the output buffer. In this embodiment, the control by which the main CPU 40a executes the first special game corresponds to the first control regarding the execution of the first special symbol variation game. The main CPU 40a controls to start the first special game by starting the first control, and controls to end the first special game by ending the first control. Incidentally, during execution of the first special game, if the second special game becomes a jackpot and causes the second special symbol display section 22b to confirm and stop displaying the jackpot symbol, the main CPU 40a forces the first special game that is currently being executed. Then, the missed symbol is fixed and displayed on the first special symbol display section 22a. That is, during execution of the first special game, if the second special game that results in a jackpot ends, the main CPU 40a interrupts the first control and forcibly terminates the first special game that is being executed. In addition, during execution of the first special game, if the second special game becomes a small hit and causes the second special symbol display section 22b to confirm and stop displaying the small winning symbol, the main CPU 40a controls the execution of the first special game that is being executed. is forcibly terminated, and the missed symbol is displayed on the first special symbol display section 22a as a fixed stop. That is, during execution of the first special game, when the second special game with a small win ends, the main CPU 40a interrupts the first control and forcibly terminates the first special game that is being executed.

When the second special symbol start process is finished, the main CPU 40a performs a process different from the second special symbol start process, and executes the second special game. Specifically, when the second special symbol start process is finished, the main CPU 40a controls to start the second special game based on the second special symbol start process. That is, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so as to variably display a predetermined symbol on the second special symbol display section 22b. The main CPU 40a measures the fluctuation time associated with the fluctuation pattern determined in the second special symbol start process. Then, the main CPU 40a controls to end the second special game based on the second special symbol start process when the variable time associated with the variable pattern has elapsed. That is, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that the special symbol determined in the second special symbol start process is permanently displayed on the second special symbol display section 22b. Furthermore, when the variation time associated with the variation pattern determined in the second special symbol start process has elapsed, the main CPU 40a ends the second game for displaying the symbol combination based on the performance symbol or the specific symbol based on the specific game in a fixed and stopped manner. Store the command in the output buffer. In this embodiment, the control by which the main CPU 40a causes the second special game to be executed corresponds to the second control regarding the execution of the second special symbol variation game. The main CPU 40a controls to start the second special game by starting the second control, and controls to end the second special game by ending the second control. Incidentally, during execution of the second special game, if the first special game becomes a jackpot and causes the first special symbol display section 22a to confirm and stop displaying the jackpot symbol, the main CPU 40a forces the second special game that is currently being executed. Then, the second special symbol display section 22b displays the missed symbols as fixed and stopped. That is, during execution of the second special game, when the first special game that results in a small win ends, the main CPU 40a interrupts the second control and forcibly terminates the second special game that is being executed. As described above, the main CPU 40a can perform the first control regarding execution of the first special game and the second control regarding execution of the second special game. In this embodiment, the control by which the main CPU 40a executes the special game corresponds to the control related to the execution of the symbol variation game, and the main CPU 40a functions as a game control means capable of controlling the execution of the symbol variation game. is realized.

Next, the jackpot processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be explained.
The main CPU 40a performs jackpot processing after the special jackpot game ends. The main CPU 40a specifies the type of jackpot game based on the jackpot symbol (namely, jackpot type) determined in the special symbol start process. Then, after the special jackpot game ends, the main CPU 40a starts control to cause the specified type of jackpot game. Therefore, the main CPU 40a generates a jackpot game by executing the jackpot process. In this way, in the gaming machine 10, after winning a jackpot, a jackpot game occurs. Note that causing a jackpot game corresponds to giving a jackpot game. If the jackpot symbol determined in the special symbol start process is the first jackpot symbol, the main CPU 40a awards the first jackpot game after the first jackpot special game ends. In this way, in the gaming machine 10, when the jackpot symbol determined in the special symbol start process is the first jackpot symbol, the first jackpot game is awarded after the special game that becomes the first jackpot ends. When the jackpot symbol determined in the special symbol start process is the second jackpot symbol, the main CPU 40a grants a second jackpot game after the second jackpot special game ends. When the jackpot symbol determined in the special symbol start process is the third jackpot symbol, the main CPU 40a awards a third jackpot game after the third jackpot special game ends.

In the jackpot process, the main CPU 40a stores the opening command in the output buffer. After storing the opening command in the output buffer, the main CPU 40a measures the opening time. Further, the main CPU 40a performs processing for executing a round game when the opening time has elapsed. That is, the main CPU 40a controls the second actuator A2 to open the first big prize opening 29 according to the opening mode (opening pattern), and starts the round game. After starting the round game, the main CPU 40a controls the second actuator A2 so that the first big prize opening 29 is closed when the first open game end condition or the second open game end condition is satisfied. , ends the round game. The main CPU 40a repeatedly performs the process for executing the round game until the upper limit number of round games determined for the jackpot game is completed. The main CPU 40a stores a round command in an output buffer every time a round game is started. Furthermore, when the final round game ends, the main CPU 40a stores the ending command in the output buffer. After storing the ending command in the output buffer, the main CPU 40a measures the ending time. Then, the main CPU 40a ends the jackpot process when the ending time has elapsed.

Next, the small winning process performed by the main CPU 40a will be explained.
The main CPU 40a performs a small winning process after the special small winning game ends. In the small winning process, the main CPU 40a starts control to cause a small winning game after the special small winning game ends. Therefore, the main CPU 40a generates a small winning game by executing the small winning process. In this way, in the gaming machine 10, after a small win is won, a small win game is generated. Note that causing a small winning game corresponds to giving a small winning game. That is, the main CPU 40a awards a small winning game after the special small winning game ends. In this way, in the gaming machine 10, a small win game is awarded after the special game that results in a small win ends. When a small winning game is to be generated, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter referred to as a small winning generation command) indicating that a small winning game is to be generated in an output buffer.

When causing a small winning game in the small winning process, the main CPU 40a opens the second big winning opening 31 for 0.6 seconds as the upper limit, then closes the second big winning opening 31 for 0.5 seconds, and then, The third actuator A3 is controlled so that the second big prize opening 31 is opened within 1.2 seconds. After causing the small winning game, the main CPU 40a triggers the third opening game so that the second big prize opening 31 is closed when the first opening game ending condition or the second opening game ending condition is satisfied. The actuator A3 is controlled and the small winning process is ended.

Next, the game state processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be explained.
The main RAM 40c stores information that allows the game state to be specified. As described above, the information that can specify the gaming state includes a probability state flag that can specify which of the low probability state and the high probability state it is. The information that can specify the gaming state includes information that can specify whether it is an extended open state or an extended non-open state (hereinafter referred to as an extended state flag). As described above, the information that can specify the gaming state includes the shortened state flag. In this embodiment, information that can specify whether the state is a low probability state or a high probability state, information that can specify whether the state is an open extended state or a non-open extended state, and a variable shortened state. Although the information that can identify which of the non-variable shortened states is separated, some or all of the information may be common information. For example, from a single piece of information, it can be determined whether the state is a low probability state or a high probability state, whether it is an open extended state or a non-open extended state, and whether it is a variable shortened state or a non-variable shortened state. It may also be configured such that it can be specified.

When controlling to a low probability state, the main CPU 40a sets a value that allows specifying the low probability state to the probability state flag. When the probability state flag is set to a value that allows identification of the low probability state, the main CPU 40a stores control information that allows identification of the low probability state in the output buffer. When controlling to a high probability state, the main CPU 40a sets a value that allows identification of a high probability state to the probability state flag. When the probability state flag is set to a value that allows identification of a high probability state, the main CPU 40a stores control information that allows identification of a high probability state in the output buffer. Further, when controlling to the non-open extended state, the main CPU 40a sets a value that allows specifying the non-open extended state to the extended state flag. When setting the extended state flag to a value that allows identification of the extended non-released state, the main CPU 40a stores control information that allows identification of the extended non-released state in the output buffer. When controlling to the extended open state, the main CPU 40a sets the extended state flag to a value that allows the extended open state to be specified. When the extended state flag is set to a value that allows the extended open state to be specified, the main CPU 40a stores control information that allows the extended open state to be specified in the output buffer. In addition, when controlling to the non-variable shortened state, the main CPU 40a sets a value that allows identification of the non-variable shortened state to the shortened state flag. When the shortening state flag is set to a value that allows identification of the non-fluctuation shortened state, the main CPU 40a stores control information that allows identification of the non-fluctuation shortened state in the output buffer. When controlling the variable shortening state, the main CPU 40a sets a value that allows the variable shortening state to be specified in the shortening state flag. When a value that allows identification of the fluctuation reduction state is set in the reduction state flag, the main CPU 40a stores control information that allows identification of the fluctuation reduction state in the output buffer.

After the end of the first jackpot, the main CPU 40a sets a value that can identify a high probability state in the probability state flag, sets a value that can identify a non-open extended state in the extended state flag, and specifies the fluctuation shortening state. Set the shortened status flag to a possible value. After the end of the second jackpot, the main CPU 40a sets a value that can identify a high probability state in the probability state flag, and also sets a value that can identify an extended open state in the extended state flag, making it possible to identify the fluctuation shortening state. Set a value to the shortened status flag. After the third jackpot ends, the main CPU 40a sets a value that can identify the low probability state in the probability state flag, and also sets a value that can identify the open extended state in the extended state flag, making it possible to identify the fluctuation shortening state. Set a value to the shortened status flag. After the third jackpot ends, the main CPU 40a stores the predetermined number of times of 100 in the main RAM 40c as information on the remaining number of extensions that can specify the remaining number of times the special game is controlled to be in the extended open state. When the remaining number of extensions information stored in the main RAM 40c is 1 or more, the main CPU 40a subtracts 1 from the remaining number of extensions information and updates the remaining number of extensions information every time the special game ends. Furthermore, when the information on the remaining number of extensions after the update reaches 0, the main CPU 40a sets a value that can identify the non-open extension state to the extension state flag, and sets a value that can identify the non-variable shortened state to the shortening state flag. Set to .

The main CPU 40a sets the probability state flag to a value that allows identification of a low probability state, the extended state flag to a value that allows identification of a non-open extension state, and the shortened state flag to a value that allows identification of a non-variable shortened state. When the gaming state is reached, information that can identify the normal low probability state (hereinafter referred to as normal low probability information) is stored in the main RAM 40c. The main CPU 40a sets the probability state flag to a value that allows identification of a low probability state, the extended state flag to a value that allows identification of an open extended state, and the shortened state flag to a value that allows identification of a variable shortened state. When the game state is entered, information that can specify that the game is in a specific low probability state (hereinafter referred to as specific low probability information) is stored in the main RAM 40c. In addition, the main CPU 40a sets the probability state flag to a value that allows identification of a high probability state, the extended state flag to a value that allows identification of an open extended state, and the shortened state flag to a value that allows identification of a variable shortened state. When the gaming state is reached, information that allows identification of the specific high probability state (hereinafter referred to as specific high probability information) is stored in the main RAM 40c. The main CPU 40a sets the probability state flag to a value that allows identification of a high probability state, the extended state flag to a value that allows identification of a non-open extended state, and the shortened state flag to a value that allows identification of a variable shortened state. When a game state is reached, information that allows identification of the special state (hereinafter referred to as special state information) is stored in the main RAM 40c.

Incidentally, when a jackpot game occurs, the main CPU 40a sets a value that can specify control to a low probability state as a probability state flag, a value that allows specifying a non-open extended state as an extended state flag, and a value that allows specifying a non-variable shortening state as a probability state flag. Set each possible value to the shortened status flag. Therefore, if a jackpot game occurs during a special state, the special state ends and a jackpot game occurs. In this embodiment, if a jackpot game occurs during the special state, that is, if a jackpot lottery is won during the special state, the special state ends. If a jackpot game occurs during a specific low probability state, the specific low probability state ends and a jackpot game occurs. In this embodiment, if a jackpot game occurs while in a specific low probability state, that is, if a jackpot lottery is won while in a specific low probability state, the specific low probability state ends. Furthermore, if a jackpot game occurs during a specific high probability state, the specific high probability state ends and a jackpot game occurs. In this embodiment, if a jackpot game occurs while in a specific high probability state, that is, if a jackpot lottery is won while in a specific high probability state, the specific high probability state ends. As described above, in this embodiment, the main CPU 40a performs the gaming state processing, thereby realizing the function as a gaming state control means for controlling the gaming state.

Next, the normal symbol input processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be explained.
In the normal symbol input process, the main CPU 40a determines whether the game ball has passed through the gate 33 (entered the ball) based on whether a detection signal has been input from the gate sensor SE5. If the game ball has not passed through the gate 33, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol input process. On the other hand, when the game ball passes through the gate 33, the main CPU 40a determines whether the number of normal reservations stored in the main RAM 40c is less than the upper limit number (4 in this embodiment). If the number of normal reservations is not less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol input process. When the number of normal reservations is less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 40a updates the number of normal reservations stored in the main RAM 40c by adding one. In this case, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 to display the updated number of normal reservations. In addition, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter referred to as a normal pending number command) that can specify the updated normal pending number in the output buffer. Next, the main CPU 40a obtains the normal winning lottery random number generated within the main board 40, and stores random number information based on the obtained random number in the main RAM 40c. In this case, the main CPU 40a stores the random number information in such a manner that it is possible to specify that the random number information is for a normal game and the order in which the random number information is stored. After that, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol input process.

Next, the normal symbol start process performed by the main CPU 40a will be explained.
In the normal symbol start process, the main CPU 40a determines whether the execution conditions for the normal game are satisfied. The main CPU 40a makes an affirmative determination when the normal winning game is not in progress and is not in the normal game, and makes a negative judgment when the normal winning game is in progress or the normal game is in progress. If the execution conditions for the normal game are not satisfied, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol start process. On the other hand, if the execution conditions for the normal game are met, the main CPU 40a determines whether the normal pending number stored in the main RAM 40c is 1 or more. If the normal pending number is not 1 or more, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol start process. If the normal pending number is 1 or more, the main CPU 40a updates the normal pending number stored in the main RAM 40c by subtracting 1 from it. In this process, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that the updated normal pending number is displayed. Further, the main CPU 40a stores in the output buffer a normal pending number command that can specify the updated normal pending number.

Next, the main CPU 40a reads out the first stored random number information among the random number information for the normal game from the main RAM 40c. Note that, upon reading out the earliest random number information, the main CPU 40a erases the first stored random number information from the main RAM 40c. Next, the main CPU 40a determines whether to win a normal win based on the read random number information for the normal game and the normal win determination value stored in the main ROM 40b. This process corresponds to a normal winning lottery (normal winning determination) to determine whether or not it is a normal winning. For example, in a case where the main CPU 40a is configured to be controllable between a state with a high probability of winning a normal win and a state with a low probability of winning a normal winning, the main CPU 40a has a higher probability of winning a normal winning in the high probability state of a normal winning than in a low probability state of a normal winning. It would be a good idea to do a regular lottery to make sure. When a normal winning is won, the main CPU 40a determines the normal winning symbol to be fixed and displayed in the normal game and the variable time of the normal game, and then ends the normal symbol starting process. If the winning lottery is not won, the main CPU 40a determines the normal losing symbol to be fixed and displayed in the normal game and the fluctuation time of the normal game, and then ends the normal symbol starting process. For example, if the main CPU 40a is configured to be controllable in the normal shortened state and the non-normal shortened state, the main CPU 40a determines a shorter time as the fluctuation time of the normal game in the normal shortened state than in the non-normal shortened state (or It is also possible to easily determine a short time as the variation time of the normal game. Note that the main CPU 40a may be configured to determine the variation time of the normal game by determining a normal variation pattern in which the variation time of the normal game is determined. This normal fluctuation pattern may be stored in the main ROM 40b.

Then, the main CPU 40a executes the normal game by performing processing different from the normal symbol start processing. Specifically, the main CPU 40a starts the normal game, and displays information so that the normal symbols determined in the normal symbol starting process are fixed and displayed when the variable time determined in the normal symbol starting process has elapsed. Controls panel 22.

Next, the normal winning process performed by the main CPU 40a will be explained.
After the normal winning normal game ends, the main CPU 40a performs normal winning processing. In the normal winning process, the main CPU 40a starts control to cause a normal winning game depending on whether the game is in the open extended state or the non-open extended state. Therefore, the main CPU 40a generates a normal win by performing the normal win process. In this manner, in the gaming machine 10, a normal winning game is generated after a winning is achieved. Note that causing a normal winning game to occur corresponds to giving a normal winning game. In the normal winning process, when the main CPU 40a is in the extended open state, the main CPU 40a controls the first actuator A1 so that the second starting port 27 is opened in the opening manner in the extended open state. Moreover, when the main CPU 40a is in the non-open extension state, the main CPU 40a controls the first actuator A1 so that the second starting port 27 is opened in the opening manner in the non-open extension state.

In the present embodiment, the opening mode in the open extension state allows the second starting port 27 to be opened more times in one normal winning game than the opening mode in the non-open extension state. , and the total time during which the second starting port 27 is open is long. Therefore, when the second starting port 27 is opened in the open state in the open extended state, compared to when the second starting port 27 is opened in the open state in the non-open extended state. , it is easy to enter the game ball into the second starting port 27. That is, when it is in the open extension state, the degree of advantage in entering the game ball into the second starting port 27 is higher than when it is in the non-open extension state.

Next, various processes performed by the sub CPU 41a will be explained.
First, the processing related to the input of a prefetch command performed by the sub CPU 41a will be described.
When a prefetch command is input, the sub CPU 41a stores the input prefetch command in the sub RAM 41c. Specifically, the sub CPU 41a identifies which of the first special game and the second special game the input prefetch command corresponds to, and selects the prefetch command corresponding to the first special game and the second special game. The prefetch commands corresponding to the game are stored separately in the sub RAM 41c. At this time, the sub CPU 41a stores the prefetch commands in the sub RAM 41c so that the storage order of the prefetch commands can be specified according to the first special reservation number or the second special reservation number that can be specified from the prefetch commands. Further, when the first special game ends, the sub CPU 41a erases the first stored prefetch command among the prefetch commands corresponding to the first special game stored in the sub RAM 41c. Similarly, when the second special game ends, the sub CPU 41a erases the first stored prefetch command among the prefetch commands corresponding to the second special game stored in the sub RAM 41c.

Next, the effect game processing performed by the sub CPU 41a will be explained.
The sub CPU 41a controls at least one of the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the performance display device 25 so that the performance game is played. Specifically, when the sub CPU 41a is in the normal low probability state, when the first variation pattern command is input, the sub CPU 41a performs control to execute the performance game. Note that, when the sub CPU 41a is in the normal low probability state, it does not perform control to execute the production game even if the second variation pattern command is input. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 41a inputs the second variation pattern command in any one of the specific low probability state, specific high probability state, and special state, the sub CPU 41a performs control to execute the production game. In addition, when the sub CPU 41a is in any one of a specific low probability state, a specific high probability state, and a special state, even if the first variation pattern command is input, the sub CPU 41a does not perform control to execute the production game. In this manner, the sub CPU 41a executes the performance game based on the first special game when the probability is low. Therefore, when the gaming machine 10 is normally controlled in a low probability state and the first special game and the second special game are being executed at the same time, the gaming machine 10 provides an effect that corresponds to the second special game that is being executed. While no game is executed, an effect game corresponding to the first special game being executed is executed. Further, the sub CPU 41a executes an effect game based on the second special game when the specific low probability state, the specific high probability state, or the special state is present. Therefore, when the gaming machine 10 is controlled to be in any one of a specific low probability state, a specific high probability state, and a special state, and the first special game and the second special game are being executed simultaneously. , while the effect game corresponding to the first special game being executed is not executed, the effect game corresponding to the second special game being executed is executed.

In performing control to execute the performance game, the sub CPU 41a determines a symbol combination based on the performance symbols to be finally fixed and displayed in the performance game based on the symbol command and the variation pattern command. When the special symbol that can be specified from the symbol command is a jackpot symbol, the sub CPU 41a determines a jackpot effect symbol combination. When the special symbol that can be specified from the symbol command is a small winning symbol, the sub CPU 41a determines a small winning performance symbol combination. When the special symbol that can be specified from the symbol command is a winning symbol, the sub CPU 41a determines a winning performance symbol combination. When the ready-to-win effect is performed in the effect game because the ready-to-reach condition is satisfied, the sub CPU 41a may determine a combination of effect symbols that include the ready-to-win effect. In the present embodiment, the reach condition is satisfied when a variation pattern with a reachability is specified among the variation patterns.

When the sub CPU 41a inputs the variable pattern command, it controls the effect display device 25 so as to display the effect symbols in a variable manner. In other words, the sub CPU 41a starts the performance game. The variation pattern command can be said to be control information that instructs the start of a production game based on the variation pattern. The sub CPU 41a controls at least one of the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the performance display device 25 so that a performance such as a jackpot preview performance is executed based on a fluctuation pattern that can be specified from the fluctuation pattern command. do. Further, the sub CPU 41a temporarily stops displaying the symbol combination based on the determined performance symbol at a predetermined timing. Thereafter, the sub CPU 41a, triggered by the input of the game end command, causes the effect symbol combination to be fixed and displayed. Incidentally, the sub CPU 41a may measure a fluctuation time that can be specified from the fluctuation pattern, irrespective of the game end command, and use the elapse of the fluctuation time as an opportunity to display the performance symbol combinations in a fixed and stopped manner.

Next, specific game processing performed by the sub CPU 41a will be explained.
The sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that a specific game is played. Specifically, in any gaming state among the normal low probability state, specific low probability state, specific high probability state, and special state, when the sub CPU 41a inputs the first variation pattern command, 1. Performs control to execute a specific game. In addition, in any gaming state among the normal low probability state, specific low probability state, specific high probability state, and special state, when the sub CPU 41a inputs the second variation pattern command, the second variation pattern command based on the second special game is executed. Controls the execution of the game. In the gaming machine 10, when the first special game and the second special game are being executed simultaneously, the first specific game and the second specific game are executed simultaneously. In this embodiment, the first special game and the second special game are executed simultaneously regardless of whether the control is in the normal low probability state, specific low probability state, specific high probability state, or special state. At this time, a first specific game corresponding to the first special game being executed is executed, and a second specific game corresponding to the second special game being executed is executed.

In performing control to execute the specific game, the sub CPU 41a determines a specific symbol to be finally displayed as a fixed stop in the specific game based on the symbol command and the variation pattern command. When the special symbol that can be specified from the symbol command is a jackpot symbol, the sub CPU 41a determines the specific symbol of the jackpot. When the special symbol that can be specified from the symbol command is a small winning symbol, the sub CPU 41a determines the specific symbol for the small winning. When the special symbol that can be specified from the symbol command is a missed symbol, the sub CPU 41a determines the specific symbol of the missed symbol. It should be noted that the type of specific symbol to be fixed and displayed in a specific game may be changed depending on the type of the jackpot symbol.

Furthermore, when the first variable pattern command is input, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the specific symbols in the first specific area Z1 are displayed in a variable manner and the first specific game is started. In addition, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the specific symbol is fixed and stopped displayed in the first specific area Z1 in response to the input of the first game end command, and the first specific game is ended. Similarly, when the second variable pattern command is input, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the specific symbol in the second specific area Z2 is displayed in a variable manner and the second specific game is started. In addition, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the specific symbol is fixed and stopped displayed in the second specific area Z2, and the second specific game is ended, in response to the input of the second game end command.

Next, the winning effect processing performed by the sub CPU 41a will be explained.
The sub CPU 41a controls at least one of the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the effect display device 25 so that a jackpot effect is performed during the jackpot game. When the opening command is input, the sub CPU 41a controls at least one of the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the effect display device 25 so that an opening effect is performed. When a round command is input, the sub CPU 41a controls at least one of the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the effect display device 25 so that a round effect is performed. When the sub CPU 41a inputs the ending command, it controls at least one of the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the effect display device 25 so that an ending effect is performed.

Further, the sub CPU 41a controls at least one of the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the performance display device 25 so that a small win performance is performed during the small win game. The small win effect in this embodiment is such that the effect design continues to be displayed on the effect display device 25 at the end of the special small win game. The small win effect in this embodiment is such that the specific symbol at the end of the special small win game is continued to be displayed on the effect display device 25.

Next, the status processing performed by the sub CPU 41a will be explained.
The sub RAM 41c stores information that allows the game state to be specified. The information stored in the secondary RAM 41c that can specify the gaming state includes information that can specify whether it is a low probability state or a high probability state (hereinafter referred to as a secondary probability state flag). The information stored in the secondary RAM 41c that can specify the gaming state includes information that can specify which of the extended open state and the extended non-open state (hereinafter referred to as a sub-extended state flag). The information stored in the secondary RAM 41c that can specify the gaming state includes information (hereinafter referred to as a sub-use shortened state flag) that can specify which of the variable shortened state and the non-variable shortened state. In this embodiment, information that can specify whether the state is a low probability state or a high probability state, information that can specify whether the state is an open extended state or a non-open extended state, and a variable shortened state. Although the information that can identify which of the non-variable shortened states is separated, some or all of the information may be common information. For example, from a single piece of information, it can be determined whether the state is a low probability state or a high probability state, whether it is an open extended state or a non-open extended state, and whether it is a variable shortened state or a non-variable shortened state. It may also be configured such that it can be specified.

When control information that can specify a low probability state is input, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that allows specifying a low probability state to the sub-probability state flag. When control information that allows identification of a high probability state is input, the secondary CPU 41a sets a value that allows identification of a high probability state to the secondary probability state flag. When inputting control information that can specify the non-open extended state, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that allows the non-open extended state to be specified in the sub-use extended state flag. When the control information that allows the extended open state to be specified is input, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that allows the extended open state to be specified in the sub-use extended state flag. When control information that allows identification of a non-variable shortened state is input, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that allows identification of a non-changed shortened state to the sub-use shortened state flag. When inputting control information that can specify the variable shortening state, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that allows specifying the variable shortening state to the sub-use shortening state flag.

The sub-CPU 41a sets the sub-use probability state flag to a value that allows identification of a low-probability state, the sub-use extension state flag to a value that allows identification of a non-open extended state, and the sub-use shortened state flag to specify a non-variable shortened state. When a gaming state is reached in which each possible value is set, information (hereinafter referred to as sub-normal low-probability information) that can specify that the game is in a normal low-probability state is stored in the sub-RAM 41c. The sub-CPU 41a sets the sub-use probability state flag to a value capable of specifying a low probability state, the sub-use extension state flag to a value capable of specifying an open extended state, and the sub-use shortened state flag to a value capable of specifying a variable shortening state. When a gaming state is reached in which each value is set, information (hereinafter referred to as sub-specific low-probability information) that can specify that the game is in a specific low-probability state is stored in the sub-RAM 41c. In addition, the main CPU 40a sets the secondary use probability state flag to a value that can identify a high probability state, the secondary use extension state flag to a value that can identify an open extended state, and the secondary use shortened state flag to specify a variable shortened state. When a gaming state is reached in which each possible value is set, information (hereinafter referred to as sub-specific high-probability information) that can identify the specific high-probability state is stored in the sub-RAM 41c. The secondary CPU 41a sets a value that can identify a high probability state in the secondary usage probability state flag, a value that can identify a non-release extended state in the secondary usage extension state flag, and a value that can identify a variable shortening state in the secondary usage shortened state flag. When a gaming state is reached in which each value is set, information (hereinafter referred to as sub-special information) that allows identification of the special state is stored in the sub-RAM 41c.

When the sub CPU 41a inputs the opening command, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that can specify that a jackpot game is in progress in the winning status flag stored in the sub RAM 41c. When the sub CPU 41a inputs the ending command and then inputs the variation pattern designation command, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that can identify that the winning game is not in progress in the winning state flag stored in the sub RAM 41c. When the sub CPU 41a inputs the small win generating command, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that can specify that the small win game is in progress in the win status flag stored in the sub RAM 41c. When the sub CPU 41a inputs the variable pattern designation command after inputting the small win generation command, it sets a value that can identify that the game is not in a winning game. By referring to the winning status flag stored in the secondary RAM 41c, the sub CPU 41a determines whether the jackpot game is in progress, the small win game is in progress, or the win game is not in progress (not in the jackpot game, but in the small win game). ) can be identified.

Here, based on FIG. 8, changes in the number of balls held with respect to the playing time in each gaming state in the gaming machine 10 will be explained.
In the game machine 10, if a game ball enters the second starting port 27, even if it does not result in a jackpot, it will result in a small hit with a high probability. As described above, in the gaming machine 10, the probability of a small hit triggered by a ball entering the second starting port when the ball enters the second starting port when the probability is variable, and the probability of a small hit occurring when the ball enters the second starting port when the ball enters the second starting port when the probability is variable are determined. The probability of a small hit triggered by a ball is the same. Therefore, the probability that the second special game will be a small hit is the following: when the second special game is in a low probability state, when it is in a specific low probability state, when it is in a specific high probability state, and when it is in a special state. The same is true in both cases. Then, by hitting the ball to the right, the game ball can be entered into the gate 33 and the game ball can be entered into the second starting port 27, so a small winning lottery is generated and a prize ball is obtained. Opportunities arise. However, since the variation time of the second special game in the non-variation reduction state is significantly longer than the variation time of the second special game in the variation reduction state, a small winning game does not actually occur. The time it takes for the player to have a chance to win the prize ball also becomes significantly longer. In this embodiment, after about 10 minutes have passed since the game ball is entered into the second starting port 27 and the execution of the second special game starts, the second big winning port 31 is finally opened. will be released.

When hitting right while in a non-variable shortening state, the number of game balls consumed per unit predetermined time (the number of game balls fired) exceeds the number of game balls that can be acquired per unit predetermined time. . Furthermore, when playing right-handed, since the game ball does not enter the first starting port 26, the number of special games executed per unit predetermined time is significantly reduced. Therefore, when the ball is in a non-variable shortened state, it is preferable to hit left-handed. On the other hand, when in the variable shortening state, the variable time of the second special game is shorter than when in the non-fluctuation shortening state. As a result, when in the variable shortening state, the number of small wins per unit time is likely to be greater than when in the non-variable shortening state, and the frequency of small winning games being awarded per unit time becomes higher. easy. That is, in this embodiment, when the game is in the special state, the frequency of small winning games being awarded per unit time is higher than when the game is in the normal low probability state. Furthermore, in the present embodiment, when the game is in the specific low probability state and the specific high probability state, the frequency of small winning games being awarded per unit time is higher than when it is in the normal low probability state. Therefore, when the ball is in the fluctuating shortening state, it is preferable to hit the ball to the right.

Incidentally, in the gaming machine 10, the second starting port 27 is provided upstream of the second big winning port 31 in the downstream passage 39. In the present embodiment, when the open extended state is in effect, most of the game balls that enter from the ball entry port 39a enter the second starting port 27, and even if a small winning game occurs, the second big prize is not achieved. It is difficult for the game ball to enter the mouth 31. In particular, even if the second starting port 27 is closed, the first protrusion 38a reduces the speed of the game ball flowing down the downstream passage 39, so that when the second starting port 27 is closed, Even if the game ball enters the ball entry port 39a, there is an increased possibility that the ball enters the second starting port 27. On the other hand, in the present embodiment, when the non-open extension state is in effect, compared to when the open extension state is in the open extension state, out of the game balls that enter from the ball entry port 39a, the first ball does not enter the second starting port 27. The number of game balls that enter the two major prize openings 31 tends to increase. In particular, even if the second big prize opening 31 is closed, the second protrusion 38b reduces the speed of the game ball flowing down the flowing passage 39, so that the ball does not enter the second starting opening 27. The possibility that the game ball enters the second grand prize opening 31 increases.

As shown in FIG. 8, according to the gaming machine 10, when the game machine 10 is controlled in a special state, the number of small hits per unit time increases, so that the number of game balls consumed per unit predetermined time increases. The number of game balls that can be acquired per unit predetermined time is greater than the number of game balls. In this way, in the gaming machine 10, when the game machine 10 is controlled in a special state, if you hit right, you can increase the number of game balls (balls you have) due to the occurrence of a small winning game even if a jackpot game does not occur. It becomes possible to do so. In this way, when the gaming machine 10 is controlled to at least the non-opening extension state and the variable shortening state, the small winning game It can be said that there is a high degree of advantage when this occurs. Furthermore, when the gaming machine 10 is controlled to be at least in the non-open extended state and the variable shortened state, a small winning game is generated compared to when it is controlled to be at least in the open extended state and the variable shortened state. The advantage of the time is high. Therefore, it can be said that the special state is more advantageous than the normal low probability state, the specific low probability state, and the specific high probability state. In this embodiment, when the control is at least in the non-open extension state and the variable shortening state, the number of game balls that can be acquired is greater than the number of game balls fired per unit predetermined time, so that a small hit is achieved. It can be said that the degree of advantage when a game occurs is high. In other words, when a small winning game is awarded in a special state, the expectation regarding the acquisition of game balls is higher than when a small winning game is awarded in a normal low probability state, a specific low probability state, and a specific high probability state. can be said to be high.

In the gaming machine 10, when the game machine 10 is normally controlled to a low accuracy state, it is preferable to hit the player left-handed, so it is assumed that the player will hit the player left-handed. However, if the ball is normally controlled to be in a low accuracy state, even if the ball is hit to the left, the number of balls held cannot be increased, and the number of balls held decreases as the game continues.

Furthermore, when the gaming machine 10 is controlled to either a specific low probability state or a specific high probability state, it is preferable to play right-handed, so it is assumed that the game machine 10 plays right-handed. However, if the control is in either a specific low probability state or a specific high probability state, the number of small wins per unit time will be greater than in the normal low probability state, but Even so, you cannot increase the number of balls you have, and the more you continue playing the game, the fewer balls you have. That is, when the player is in either the specific low probability state or the specific high probability state, the number of small winning games awarded per unit time is greater than in the normal low probability state, but the number of balls held does not increase. However, if the game ball is controlled to either a specific low accuracy state or a specific high accuracy state, it is possible to easily enter the game ball into the second starting port 27 by hitting the ball to the right, so it is usually low accuracy. Compared to the case where the state is controlled, the decrease in the number of balls held when the game continues is suppressed. Therefore, it can be said that the specific low probability state is more advantageous than the normal low probability state. Furthermore, it can be said that the specific high probability state is more advantageous than the normal low probability state.

On the other hand, if the ball is controlled to be in a special state, it is preferable to hit the ball to the right, so it is assumed that the ball will be hit to the right. If the control is in a special state, there are many chances that a small winning game will occur per unit predetermined time and the game ball can enter the second big prize opening 31 by hitting the right ball. Therefore, you can increase the number of balls you have, and the more you continue playing the game, the more balls you have. As described above, in the present embodiment, in the special state, the number of small winnings per unit time is greater than in the normal low probability state, and it is possible to increase the number of balls held. That is, in the special state, the number of small winning games given per unit time is greater than in the normal low probability state, so it is possible to increase the number of balls held. In this way, the gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to control the special state in which the number of small winnings per unit time increases, thereby increasing the number of balls held.

In the gaming machine 10, when the game machine 10 is controlled in a special state, it is possible to make the player expect a jackpot and also to expect that the period in which the game machine 10 is controlled in the special state will be longer. In the gaming machine 10, the number of balls held can be increased by an average of 900 from when the special state is controlled until the special state ends. Incidentally, in the gaming machine 10, when the first jackpot game occurs, the number of balls held can be increased by an average of 750 during the jackpot game. Furthermore, in the gaming machine 10, when the second jackpot game occurs and when the third jackpot game occurs, the number of balls held can be increased by an average of 300 during the jackpot game. In this way, in the gaming machine 10, the expected value regarding the increase in balls held is higher in one first jackpot game than in one second jackpot game or one third jackpot game.

In the gaming machine 10, the expected value regarding the increase in the number of balls held is higher from the start of the special state until the end of the special state than in one jackpot game. The gaming machine 10 is controlled to a special state after the first jackpot game ends. On the other hand, the gaming machine 10 is controlled to a specific high probability state after the second jackpot game ends, and is controlled to a specific low probability state after the third jackpot game ends. As mentioned above, when a small winning game is given in a special state, the expected value of increasing the number of balls held is higher than when a small winning game is given in a specific low probability state or a specific high probability state. . That is, the expected value regarding the increase in the number of balls held in the game after the end of the first jackpot game is higher than the expected value regarding the increase in the number of balls held after the end of the second jackpot game or after the end of the third jackpot game.

In addition, in the gaming machine 10, when one small winning game occurs in a special state, the number of balls held can be increased by an average of 30 during the small winning game. In the gaming machine 10, when the first jackpot game occurs, the number of balls held can be increased by an average of 750 during the jackpot game, so one first jackpot game has a higher chance of winning one small hit. Expectations for an increase in the number of balls held are higher than for games. Therefore, when the first jackpot game is awarded, it can be said that the advantage is higher than when the small win game is awarded.

Next, during the execution of the first special game, you win a winning lottery (jackpot lottery and small winning lottery) triggered by the ball entering the second starting port 27, and play a winning game (jackpot game and small winning game). It will be explained that when a game occurs, causing a winning game takes priority over the first special game being executed.

As shown in FIG. 9, it is assumed that during the execution of the first special game, the second special game in which a jackpot or small win was won in the winning lottery ends at timing t11. In this case, the first special symbol variation game, which would normally be played until variation time T1 based on the variation pattern, is forcibly terminated at variation time T2, which corresponds to the time when timing t11 has arrived, and the game continues to be played. The first special game was canceled. That is, in the gaming machine 10, when the second special game that results in a jackpot or small win ends while the first special game is being executed, the first control is interrupted and the first special game that is being executed is forcibly lost. and ends. Then, when the winning game generated from timing t11 ends at timing t12, if the first special pending number is "1 or more", the first special game is executed. In this manner, in the gaming machine 10, after the winning game ends, if the first special reservation number is "1 or more", the interrupted first control is started and the first special game is started. Similarly, when the winning game ends at timing t12, if the second special pending number is "1 or more", the second special game is executed. Note that the first special game that is forcibly ended at timing t11 and the first special game that starts execution after the winning game ends are different first special games.

Here, the special performance executed by the gaming machine 10 will be explained.
The special performance is configured to be executable on the performance display device 25. The special performance can be executed during the jackpot game. On the other hand, the special performance cannot be executed during the small winning game. In this embodiment, a special performance can be executed during the ending period during the jackpot game. In the gaming machine 10, a special effect is executed for a special game whose execution is on hold. That is, in this embodiment, during a jackpot game, a special effect can be executed for a special game whose execution is suspended. Specifically, in this embodiment, a special effect can be executed for a second special game whose execution is on hold among a first special game whose execution is on hold and a second special game whose execution is on hold. It is composed of That is, the gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to execute a special performance for the second special game whose execution is suspended during a jackpot game. Then, in the gaming machine 10, during the jackpot game, a special effect is executed depending on whether there is a second special game that becomes the first jackpot among the second special games whose execution is suspended. Specifically, in the gaming machine 10, during a jackpot game, the special performance is executed when there is a second special game that becomes the first jackpot among the second special games that are the targets of the special performance. On the other hand, in the gaming machine 10, during the jackpot game, if there is no second special game that becomes the first jackpot among the second special games that are the targets of the special effect, the special effect is not executed.

In the gaming machine 10, during a jackpot game, even if there is a second special game that results in a small win among the second special games whose execution is suspended, there is no second special game among the second special games whose execution is suspended. If there is no second special game that results in one jackpot, the special performance will not be executed. That is, in the gaming machine 10, even if there is a second special game that results in a small hit among the second special games whose execution is suspended, there is a second special game that results in a small hit among the second special games whose execution is suspended. When there is no second special game, the special effect is not executed. In this way, in the gaming machine 10, if there is a second special game that results in a first jackpot among the second special games whose execution is suspended, a small win occurs among the second special games whose execution is suspended. Even when there is no second special game, the special effect is executed. In addition, in the gaming machine 10, during a jackpot game, even if there is a second special game that results in a second jackpot or a third jackpot among the second special games whose execution is suspended, the execution of the second special game whose execution is suspended is If there is no second special game that results in the first jackpot among the two special games, the special performance will not be executed. That is, in the gaming machine 10, even if there is a second special game that results in a second jackpot or a third jackpot among the second special games whose execution is suspended, when there is no second special game that results in a first jackpot, , special effects are not executed. In this way, in the gaming machine 10, if there is a second special game that results in the first jackpot among the second special games whose execution is suspended, there is no second special game that results in the second or third jackpot. A special performance will be performed even when the time comes. The special performance can be said to be a performance that notifies the player that there is a second special game that will result in a first jackpot among the second special games whose execution has been put on hold.

FIG. 10 shows an example of the content displayed on the effect display device 25 when the special effect is executed during the first jackpot game. As shown in FIG. 10, during the jackpot game, after the final round game ends, an ending effect and a special effect are executed. The effect display device 25 displays a special image SD1 as the special effect is executed. The special image SD1 of this embodiment is composed of an image imitating a "Samurai" character and an image with the line "V degozaru!!". In this embodiment, the special image SD1 is displayed on the effect display device 25 during at least a part of the ending period, and a special effect is executed.

Processing related to special effects performed by the sub CPU 41a will be explained.
When the sub-CPU 41a inputs the ending command, the sub-CPU 41a determines whether or not to execute the special effect based on the pre-read command stored in the sub-RAM 41c. Specifically, when the ending command is input, the sub CPU 41a does not decide to execute the special effect if the prefetch command corresponding to the second special game is not stored in the sub RAM 41c. That is, when the second special pending number is 0 when the ending command is input, the sub CPU 41a does not decide to execute the special effect. Not deciding to perform the special performance corresponds to deciding not to perform the special performance. When the ending command is input during the first jackpot game and the second jackpot game, if the prefetch command corresponding to the second special game is stored in the sub RAM 41c, the sub CPU 41a inputs the prefetch command into the prefetch command. It is determined whether the prefetch command is classified as one of SC1, SC4, and SC5. Furthermore, when an ending command is input during the third jackpot game, the sub CPU 41a classifies the pre-read command SC1 among the pre-read commands if the pre-read command corresponding to the second special game is stored in the sub-RAM 41c. Determine whether it is a read-ahead command. That is, when the sub CPU 41a inputs an ending command during a jackpot game, it determines whether there is a second special game that will result in a first jackpot among the second special games whose execution is on hold.

Then, during the first jackpot game and the second jackpot game, the sub CPU 41a classifies the pre-read commands SC1, SC4, and SC5 into the pre-read commands corresponding to the second special game stored in the sub RAM 41c. If there is a prefetch command to be executed, it is decided to execute a special effect. For example, if there is a pre-read command classified as one of the pre-read commands SC1, SC4, and SC5 among the pre-read commands corresponding to the second special game during the first jackpot game and the second jackpot game, then by lottery, It may be configured such that it is determined to execute a special performance. Further, during the third jackpot game, the sub CPU 41a executes a special effect if there is a pre-read command classified as the pre-read command SC1 among the pre-read commands corresponding to the second special game stored in the sub RAM 41c. Determine. For example, if there is a pre-read command classified as pre-read command SC1 among the pre-read commands corresponding to the second special game during the third jackpot game, the configuration is such that execution of the special effect is determined by lottery. It's okay.

When it is determined to execute the special performance, the sub CPU 41a controls the special performance to be executed. As described above, in this embodiment, if there is a second special game that results in the first jackpot among the second special games whose execution is on hold, the special effect is executed. When the special performance is executed, the sub CPU 41a performs control so that the special performance is ended when the ending time has elapsed.

On the other hand, during the first jackpot game and the second jackpot game, the sub CPU 41a classifies the pre-read commands as one of SC1, SC4, and SC5 among the pre-read commands corresponding to the second special game stored in the sub RAM 41c. If there is no prefetch command to be executed, no decision is made to execute the special effect. Further, during the third jackpot game, if there is no pre-read command classified as the pre-read command SC1 among the pre-read commands corresponding to the second special game stored in the sub RAM 41c, the sub CPU 41a executes a special effect. do not decide. As described above, in this embodiment, if there is no second special game that results in the first jackpot among the second special games whose execution is suspended, the special effect is not executed.

Next, a specific performance executed by the gaming machine 10 will be explained.
The specific performance is configured to be executable on the performance display device 25. The specific performance can be executed during the small winning game. On the other hand, the specific performance cannot be performed during any of the first jackpot game, the second jackpot game, and the third jackpot game. Furthermore, when a small winning game is awarded in either the specific low probability state or the specific high probability state, the specific performance can be executed during the small winning game. On the other hand, even if a small winning game is given in a normal low probability state, the specific performance cannot be executed during the small winning game. Further, even if a small winning game is given in a special state, the specific performance cannot be executed during the small winning game. Then, the specific performance is executed during at least a part of the period from the start to the end of the small winning game. In the gaming machine 10, a specific performance is executed for a special game whose execution is on hold. That is, in this embodiment, during a small winning game, a specific performance can be executed for a special game whose execution is suspended. Specifically, in the present embodiment, a specific effect can be executed for a second special game whose execution is on hold among a first special game whose execution is on hold and a second special game whose execution is on hold. It is composed of In this way, when a small winning game is awarded in either the specific low probability state or the specific high probability state, the gaming machine 10 executes the second special game whose execution is suspended during the small winning game. It is configured to be able to execute a specific performance as a target. On the other hand, the gaming machine 10 is configured to be unable to perform a specific performance when a small winning game is awarded in a normal low probability state. Furthermore, the gaming machine 10 is configured to be unable to perform a specific performance when a small winning game is awarded in a special state.

In the gaming machine 10, during a small winning game, a specific performance is executed depending on whether there is a second special game that results in a first jackpot among the second special games whose execution is suspended. Specifically, in the gaming machine 10, during a small winning game, when there is a second special game that results in a first jackpot among the second special games whose execution is suspended, the second special game whose execution is suspended is The specific performance is more likely to be executed than when the game does not include a second special game that results in the first jackpot. Specifically, in this embodiment, the winning probability of the specific performance lottery that determines whether to execute the specific performance is such that there is a second special game in which the first jackpot occurs among the second special games whose execution is pending. When there is no second special game that results in the first jackpot among the second special games whose execution is suspended, the winning amount is set higher than when there is no second special game that results in the first jackpot. Incidentally, in this embodiment, while it is determined to execute the specific performance by winning the specific performance lottery, it is not determined to execute the specific performance by not winning the specific performance lottery. Not deciding to execute the specific effect corresponds to deciding not to execute the specific effect.

In the gaming machine 10, when a small winning game is awarded in either a specific low probability state or a specific high probability state, a second special game that results in a small winning is included in the second special games whose execution is suspended. The probability of winning a specific performance lottery does not change depending on whether or not there is one. In this way, the specific performance can be executed during a small winning game regardless of whether there is a second special game that results in a small winning among the second special games whose execution is suspended. In addition, in the gaming machine 10, when a small winning game is awarded in either the specific low probability state or the specific high probability state, a second jackpot or a third jackpot is awarded in the second special game whose execution is suspended. The probability of winning the specific performance lottery does not change depending on whether there is a second special game where . In this way, the specific performance can be executed during a small winning game regardless of whether there is a second special game that results in a second jackpot or a third jackpot among the second special games whose execution is suspended. .

As described above, in the gaming machine 10, during a small winning game, when there is a second special game that results in a first jackpot among the second special games whose execution is pending, and when there is a second special game that results in a first jackpot, and when there is a second special game whose execution is pending, A specific performance may be executed both when there is no second special game that results in the first jackpot among the two special games. In other words, the specific effect is when there is a second special game that becomes the first jackpot in the second special game that is the target of the specific effect, and when there is a second special game that is the target of the specific effect during the small winning game. This can be executed either in the case where there is no second special game that results in the first jackpot, or in the case where there is no second special game that results in the first jackpot. The specific performance can be said to be a performance that suggests that there is a second special game in which the first jackpot is achieved among the second special games whose execution is on hold.

There are multiple types of specific effects in this embodiment. In the present embodiment, the degree of expectation that there is a second special game that will win the first jackpot among the second special games whose execution is suspended differs depending on the type of specific performance. In addition, in the following explanation, ``the expectation level that there is a second special game that will become the first jackpot among the second special games whose execution is suspended'' will simply be referred to as ``the expectation level of the first jackpot due to a specific production''. There is. The expectation level of the first jackpot due to a specific performance is the probability that the second special game will be executed if there is no second special game that will be the first jackpot among the second special games whose execution is pending, and the probability of the second special game whose execution is pending It can be calculated by the ratio of the probability of being executed when there is a second special game among the special games that results in the first jackpot.

The specific effects include a first specific effect, a second specific effect, and a third specific effect. The third specific performance has a higher expectation level for the first jackpot due to the specific performance compared to the first specific performance and the second specific performance. The second specific performance has a higher expectation level for the first jackpot due to the specific performance compared to the first specific performance. The specific performance is such that after the first stage performance is performed, the second stage performance is performed. In this embodiment, the first-stage performances in the first to third specific performances are common, and the performances have the same performance mode. On the other hand, in this embodiment, the second-stage performances in the first to third specific performances are not common, and the performances have different performance modes.

As shown in FIG. 11(a), when a specific effect is executed, a specific image LD1 is displayed on the effect display device 25, and the first stage effect is executed. The specific image LD1 of this embodiment is composed of an image that resembles a "scroll" and includes text information such as "Lord! From here...". Thereafter, when the specific image LD1 is erased and a specific effect is executed as shown in FIG. The performance is executed. The specific image LD2 shown in FIG. 11(b) is an image that imitates a "scroll" and includes text information such as "It's extremely hot!?" However, depending on the type of specific effect, the text included in the specific image LD2 may vary. Information is different. That is, there are multiple types of specific effects in this embodiment, including effects that are the same regardless of the type of specific effect (first stage effect), effects that differ depending on the type of specific effect (second level effect), and is executed.

A description will be given of the processing related to the specific performance performed by the sub CPU 41a in the specific low certainty state and in the specific high certainty state.
When the sub-CPU 41a inputs the small hit generation command, the sub-CPU 41a determines whether or not to execute the specific performance based on the pre-read command corresponding to the second special game stored in the sub-RAM 41c. Specifically, the sub CPU 41a does not decide to execute the specific effect if there is no prefetch command corresponding to the second special game stored in the sub RAM 41c. That is, when the sub CPU 41a inputs the small hit generation command and the second special reservation number is 0, it does not decide to execute the specific performance. Not deciding to perform the specific performance corresponds to deciding not to perform the specific performance.

In the specific high probability state, when the sub CPU 41a inputs the small winning generating command, if the pre-read command corresponding to the second special game is stored in the sub RAM 41c, the sub-CPU 41a inputs the pre-read commands SC1, SC4, It is determined whether the prefetch command is classified into one of SC5. In addition, in the specific low probability state, when the sub CPU 41a inputs the small hit generation command, if the pre-read command corresponding to the second special game is stored in the sub RAM 41c, the sub CPU 41a inputs the pre-read command SC1 into the pre-read command. Determine whether it is a classified prefetch command. That is, when the sub CPU 41a inputs the small hit generation command, it determines whether there is a special game that will result in the first jackpot among the second special games whose execution is pending. If the sub CPU 41a determines that there is a prefetch command classified as one of the prefetch commands SC1, SC4, and SC5 among the prefetch commands corresponding to the second special game in the specific high certainty state, execution is suspended. A specific performance lottery is performed based on the probability of winning when there is a second special game that results in a first jackpot among the second special games. Similarly, if the sub CPU 41a determines that there is a prefetch command classified as the prefetch command SC1 among the prefetch commands corresponding to the second special game in the specific low certainty state, the sub CPU 41a controls the second special game whose execution is suspended. A specific performance lottery is performed based on the probability of winning when there is a second special game that results in a first jackpot. On the other hand, if the sub CPU 41a determines that there is no prefetch command classified as one of the prefetch commands SC1, SC4, and SC5 among the prefetch commands corresponding to the second special game in the specific high certainty state, execution is suspended. A specific performance lottery is performed with a winning probability when there is no second special game that becomes a first jackpot among the second special games being played. Similarly, when the sub CPU 41a determines that there is no prefetch command classified as the prefetch command SC1 among the prefetch commands corresponding to the second special game in the specific low certainty state, the sub CPU 41a controls the second special game whose execution is suspended. A specific performance lottery is performed with the probability of winning when there is no second special game that results in a first jackpot. For the specific effect lottery, for example, the sub CPU 41a acquires a random number generated in the sub board 41 as the value of the random number used for the specific effect lottery, and the value of the random number and the judgment value stored in the sub ROM 41b, The configuration may be such that it is carried out using

If the specific effect lottery is won, the sub CPU 41a determines the type of specific effect from among the first to third specific effects. If the sub CPU 41a determines that there is a second special game that results in a first jackpot among the second special games whose execution is suspended, the sub CPU 41a determines that there is a second special game that will win the first jackpot among the second special games whose execution is suspended. The type of specific performance is determined based on the selection rate when there is a second special game that results in a jackpot. On the other hand, if the sub CPU 41a determines that there is no second special game that will win the first jackpot among the second special games whose execution is suspended, the sub CPU 41a determines that among the second special games whose execution is suspended The type of specific performance is determined based on the selection rate when there is no second special game that results in a first jackpot. For example, the configuration may be such that the sub CPU 41a acquires the random number generated in the sub board 41 as the value of the random number used for the specific effect lottery, and the type of the specific effect is determined based on the random number. After determining the type of specific performance, the sub CPU 41a controls so that the determined type of specific performance is executed. At this time, the sub CPU 41a executes the first stage performance and then executes the second stage performance.

As described above, in the present embodiment, the specific performance is a performance that suggests whether there is a special game that will result in the first jackpot among the second special games whose execution has been suspended. On the other hand, in this embodiment, the special performance is a performance that notifies that there is a special game that will be the first jackpot among the second special games whose execution has been suspended. In this embodiment, the content displayed on the performance display device 25 when the specific performance is executed is different from the content displayed on the performance display device 25 when the special performance is executed.

Here, based on FIG. 12, in either the specific low-probability state or the specific high-probability state, there is a case where a specific performance is executed when the second special game ends and a small winning game is awarded; A case will be described in which a special performance is executed when the first jackpot game is awarded after the second special game ends.

As shown in FIG. 12, it is assumed that during the execution of the first special game, the second special game with a small win ends at timing t21 and a small win game is awarded. At timing t21, based on the end of the second special game and the awarding of a small winning game, the first control is interrupted and the first special game in progress is stopped. At this time, it is assumed that there is a second special game in which the first jackpot is achieved among the second special games whose execution is on hold, and that it is decided to execute the specific performance based on that second special game. During the small winning game, a specific performance starts at timing t22 and ends at timing t23. Incidentally, when the small winning game ends at a timing before timing t23, the specific performance ends at the timing when the small winning game ends before timing t23. The specific performance in this embodiment is a performance that can be executed for the second special game whose execution is suspended when a small winning game is awarded, and is a performance that can be executed for the second special game that is the target of the specific performance. The game is executed depending on whether there is a special game that results in the first jackpot. Therefore, the specific performance executed at timing t22 is executed for the second special game whose execution has been suspended at timing t21. In this embodiment, when the first special game is being executed in either the specific low probability state or the specific high probability state, the second special game that results in a small win ends and the small win game is started. When the first control is granted, the first control is interrupted, and when the first control is interrupted, a specific effect can be executed for the second special game whose execution is suspended. In the present embodiment, when the first special game is being executed and the second special game that results in a small win ends and a small win game is awarded, the first control is interrupted and the first special game is executed. When the control is suspended, a specific performance is executed depending on whether there is a second special game that results in a first jackpot among the second special games whose execution is suspended. As described above, in the gaming machine 10, when a small winning game is awarded in either the normal low probability state or the special state, the specific performance is not executed. That is, in this embodiment, when the first special game is being executed in either the normal low probability state or the special state, the second special game resulting in a small win ends and the small win game is started. When the first control is granted, the first control is interrupted, and when the first control is interrupted, the specific effect cannot be executed.

The specific performance can only be executed during a small win game, and cannot be executed during a jackpot game. That is, in this embodiment, when the first jackpot game is awarded, the specific performance is not executed, while when the small winning game is awarded, the first jackpot is included in the special game whose execution is suspended. A specific performance is executed depending on whether there is a special game. In the present embodiment, the first control is interrupted when the first special game is being executed and when the second special game that results in the first jackpot ends and the first jackpot game is awarded. , when the first control is interrupted, the specific effect cannot be executed.

Further, after the small winning game ends at timing t24, if the first special pending number is 1 or more, the first control is started and the first special game is started. Similarly, after the small winning game ends at timing t24, if the second special pending number is 1 or more, the second control is started and the second special game is started. Then, at timing t25, it is assumed that execution of the second special game resulting in the first jackpot, whose execution was suspended at timing t21, is started. Incidentally, even if the first special game, which is a failure, ends at timing t26 while the second special game that started execution at timing t25 is being executed, the second special game is continued without interruption of the second control. is executed continuously. Thereafter, when the second special game with the first jackpot that started at timing t25 ends at timing t27, if the first special game is being executed, the second special game ends and the first jackpot game ends. Based on this, the first control is interrupted and the first special game being executed is stopped. At this time, it is assumed that there is a second special game in which the first jackpot occurs among the second special games whose execution is on hold, and that it is decided to execute the special performance based on that second special game. During the first jackpot game, the special performance starts at timing t28 and ends at timing t29. The special performance is a performance that can be executed for the second special game whose execution is suspended when the ending period starts, and the first jackpot is included in the second special game that is the target of the special performance. It will be executed depending on whether there is a special game. Therefore, the specific performance executed at timing t28 is executed for the second special game whose execution is suspended at timing t28. In other words, even the second special game whose execution is suspended before timing t28 during the first jackpot game can become a target of the special performance. As described above, in this embodiment, when the first special game is being executed and the second special game that results in the first jackpot ends and the first jackpot game is awarded, the first control is executed. When the game is interrupted and the first control is interrupted, a special effect can be executed for the second special game whose execution is suspended.

Therefore, according to this embodiment, the following effects can be obtained.
(1) When the first special game and the second special game are being executed simultaneously, when the second special game that results in a small win ends and a small win game is awarded, the first special game related to the execution of the first special game 1 control is interrupted and a specific effect is executed. In this way, by executing the specific effect in a situation where the first control is suspended, it is possible to draw attention to the second special game whose execution has been suspended, and it is possible to improve interest. By the way, when the second special game ends and a small winning game is awarded, there is a possibility that interest in the special game decreases due to interruption of the first control regarding execution of the first special game. By implementing this, it is possible to suppress a decline in interest.

(2) The special state is more advantageous than the specific low probability state and the specific high probability state. For this reason, when the player is in the special state, expectations for the game are more likely to be heightened than when the player is in the specific low-probability state or the specific high-probability state. In such a special state, the second special game results in a small win and the specific performance is not executed while the first control is interrupted. On the other hand, the specific low-probability state and the specific high-probability state are less advantageous than the special state, so it is difficult to increase expectations for the game. In a specific low probability state and a specific high probability state where the advantage is lower than such a special state, when the second special game becomes a small hit and the first control is interrupted, a specific performance is executed. By doing so, you can effectively improve your interest. Thereby, it is possible to entertain the player and improve his interest in any of the special states, the specific low probability state, and the specific high probability state.

(3) In the specific low probability state and the specific high probability state, when the first special game and the second special game are being executed at the same time, the production game corresponding to the first special game being executed is not executed; An effect game corresponding to the second special game is executed. Therefore, in the specific low probability state and the specific high probability state, it is possible to make it easier to understand that the second special game that results in a small win ends and a small win game is awarded. Thereby, it is possible to draw attention to the fact that the specific performance is being executed, and it is possible to improve interest. Furthermore, when the specific low probability state or the specific high probability state is present, a production game corresponding to the second special game that is the target of the specific production is executed, thereby increasing attention to the production game and improving interest. be able to.

(4) In the specific low probability state and the specific high probability state, when the first special game and the second special game are being executed simultaneously, the first specific game corresponding to the first special game being executed is executed, and , a second specific game corresponding to the second special game being executed is executed. In addition, in the specific low probability state and the specific high probability state, when the first special game and the second special game are being executed at the same time, the production game corresponding to the first special game being executed is not executed; A performance game corresponding to the second special game is executed. For this reason, while making it understand that the first special game and the second special game are being executed by the specific game, it is important to note that the second special game that results in a small win ends and a small win game is awarded by the production game. It can be made easier to understand. Therefore, it is possible to make it easier for the players to understand the special game that is being executed, and it is also possible to make it easier for the players to pay attention to the fact that a small winning game is given and a specific effect is executed, and it is possible to improve the player's interest. can.

(5) When the first jackpot game is awarded, the specific performance is not executed. For example, when a small winning game is awarded, the advantage is lower than when the first jackpot game is awarded, so the player's mood is lifted compared to when the first jackpot game is awarded. hard. However, when a small winning game is awarded, it is possible to execute a specific performance that is not executed when the first jackpot game is awarded. For this reason, when a small winning game is awarded, although it is less advantageous than the first jackpot game, it provides a benefit that cannot be obtained when the first jackpot game of "specific performance is executed" is awarded. As a result, it is possible to improve one's interest.

(6) Although it is possible to execute the first special game and the second special game at the same time, when the second special game becomes a jackpot, the first control is interrupted and a special effect is executed. By executing the special effect in a situation where the first control is suspended, it is possible to draw attention to the second special game whose execution has been suspended, and it is possible to improve interest. The content displayed on the performance display device 25 when the specific performance is executed is different from the content displayed on the performance display device 25 when the special performance is executed. For this reason, it is possible to perform a wide variety of effects regarding the display contents of the effect for the second special game whose execution is on hold, and it is possible to improve the interest.

(7) The specific performance is executed depending on whether there is a second special game that will result in a first jackpot that is more advantageous than a small hit, so it draws more attention to the second special game whose execution is pending. You can improve your interest.

(8) When a small winning game is awarded, a specific performance is executed depending on whether there is a special game that results in a first jackpot among the special games whose execution has been suspended. Therefore, even if a small winning game with a lower advantage is awarded compared to when the first jackpot game is awarded, the execution of the special game is suspended due to the execution of a specific performance. It is possible to raise expectations that the first jackpot game with a high degree of advantage will be awarded, and to improve interest. Then, when a small winning game is awarded, a specific performance is executed depending on whether the first jackpot game with a high advantage is awarded, so in addition to the provision of a small winning game, the advantage is even higher. It is possible to raise expectations that the first jackpot game will also be awarded, and to improve interest.

(9) The specific performance is executed depending on whether there is a special game that results in the first jackpot among the symbol variation games whose execution is suspended. On the other hand, the specific performance is executed regardless of whether there is a special game that results in a small win among the special games whose execution is suspended. In this way, when a small winning game with a low advantage is awarded, a specific performance is not executed depending on whether a small winning game with a low advantage is also awarded, and the first jackpot with a high advantage is awarded. A specific performance is executed depending on whether a game is awarded or not. For example, when a small winning game with a low advantage is awarded, even if a performance is executed depending on whether a small winning game with a low advantage is awarded, the situation will not return to the same as the current situation again. Since the performance depends on the user, it is difficult to increase interest in a particular performance. On the other hand, when a small winning game with a low advantage is awarded, if the performance is executed depending on whether the first jackpot game with a high advantage is awarded, the game payout situation is better than the current situation. Since the performance depends on the situation, it is easy to increase interest in a particular performance.

(10) The special performance is not executed when there is no special game that results in a first jackpot, even if there is a special game that results in a small win among the special games whose execution is suspended. On the other hand, the special performance is executed even when there is no special game that results in a small win if there is a special game that results in a first jackpot among the special games whose execution is suspended. In this way, the special performance is executed regardless of whether there is a special game that results in a small win among the special games whose execution is suspended. On the other hand, if there is a first jackpot in the special game whose execution is suspended, the special effect is executed. For example, when a first jackpot game that has a higher advantage than a small win game is awarded, a special effect is executed when there is a special game that results in a small win among the special games whose execution is pending. Even if it is, the small winning game is less advantageous than the first jackpot game, so it is difficult to lift the player's mood. On the other hand, if a special effect is performed when there is a special game with the first jackpot among the special games whose execution is suspended, when the first jackpot game with a high advantage is given, in addition, The first jackpot game, which is highly advantageous, can be awarded, which can heighten expectations and improve interest.

(11) When a small winning game is awarded in a special state, the degree of expectation regarding the acquisition of game balls is higher than when a small winning game is awarded in a specific low probability state and a specific high probability state. In this way, only in the specific low probability state and the specific high probability state in which the degree of expectation regarding acquisition of game balls is low, a specific performance that is not performed in the special state is executed. In a specific low probability state and a specific high probability state in which expectations regarding acquisition of game balls are low, a specific performance is executed depending on whether there is a second special game that will be a jackpot among the second special games whose execution is suspended. By doing so, it is possible to suppress a decline in interest.

(12) When the game is in a special state, a specific low probability state, or a specific high probability state, small winning games are awarded more frequently per unit time than when the normal probability state is low. In addition, when a small winning game is awarded in the special state, the expectation regarding the acquisition of game balls is higher than when a small winning game is awarded in the specific low probability state and the specific high probability state. In such a special state where the expectation level regarding acquisition of game balls is high, the mood is more likely to be excited by being awarded a small winning game than in the specific low probability state and the specific high probability state. On the other hand, in specific low-probability states and specific high-probability states where expectations regarding acquiring game balls are low, it is difficult to feel excited by being given small winning games compared to special states, and furthermore, small winning games are high. There is a risk that interest will decrease due to the frequency of granting. When a small winning game is awarded in such a specific low probability state and a specific high probability state, a specific performance is made depending on whether there is a special game that becomes a jackpot among the second special games whose execution is pending. Since the game is executed, a decrease in interest can be suppressed.

(13) The specific performance is executed depending on whether there is a second special game that will result in the first jackpot, which is the most advantageous jackpot among the jackpots, so the second special game whose execution is pending It can attract attention and improve interest.

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

- The specific performance and special performance may be performed using the decorative lamp 17 instead of or in addition to the performance display device 25. Further, the specific performance and special performance may be performed using the speaker 18 instead of or in addition to the performance display device 25.

- The gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to execute a special effect for one or both of a first special game whose execution is suspended and a second special game whose execution is suspended during a jackpot game. Good too. For example, the gaming machine 10 may be configured to be able to execute a special performance when there is a first special game that results in a first jackpot among the first special games that are targets of the special performance during a jackpot game.

- The gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to execute a specific performance for one or both of the first special game whose execution is suspended and the second special game whose execution is suspended during the small winning game. You can. That is, when the first special game is being executed and the second special game that results in a small win ends and a small win game is awarded, the gaming machine 10 interrupts the first control and When the first control is suspended, it may be possible to execute a specific performance for the first special game whose execution is suspended. Furthermore, when the first special game is being executed and the second special game that results in a small win ends and a small win game is awarded, the first control is interrupted and the When the first control is suspended, a specific performance may be executed depending on whether there is a first special game that results in a first jackpot among the first special games whose execution is suspended.

- It may be configured such that a small winning lottery may be held when a game ball enters the first starting port 26. During execution of the second special game, if the first special game results in a small win and causes the first special symbol display section 22a to confirm and stop displaying the small win symbol, the main CPU 40a forces the second special game that is currently being executed. The winning pattern may be fixed and stopped on the second special pattern display section 22b. For example, when the second special game is being executed and the first special game that results in a small win ends and a small win game is awarded, the gaming machine 10 interrupts the second control, When the second control is suspended, it may be possible to execute a specific effect for the first special game whose execution is suspended. In addition, when the second special game is being executed and the first special game that results in a small win ends and a small win game is awarded, the gaming machine 10 interrupts the second control and the corresponding When the second control is suspended, it may be possible to execute a specific performance for the second special game whose execution is suspended. Note that the probability of a small hit triggered by the entry of a game ball into the first starting port 26 may be set arbitrarily. Further, in the normal low probability state, when the first special game ends and a small winning game is awarded, the gaming machine 10 may cause a specific performance to be executed during the small winning game. Note that, in the normal low probability state, when the second special game ends and a small winning game is awarded, the gaming machine 10 does not need to execute the specific performance during the small winning game.

- A special performance may be performed in place of the ending performance. That is, when the special performance is executed, the gaming machine 10 may not perform the ending performance, but instead may execute the special performance instead of the ending performance.

- The special performance may be executable only when some of the jackpot games (for example, the first jackpot game) are awarded among the plurality of types of jackpot games. For example, if the special performance is configured to be executable only during the first jackpot game, the degree of attention to the awarding of the first jackpot game becomes higher, and it is possible to improve interest. In addition, for example, the special performance may be configured to be executable during the second jackpot game and the third jackpot game among the first jackpot game to the third jackpot game. When configured in this way, it is possible to enjoy the second jackpot game and the third jackpot game, which are less advantageous than the first jackpot game, and it is possible to improve the interest.

- The special performance does not have to be during the ending period, but may be performed during the opening period, for example, or during the round game. When performing a special performance during a round game, it may be performed in a predetermined specific round, or the round game in which the special performance is to be performed may be determined by lottery. In this case, it is assumed that the closer the round game is to the final round game in the jackpot game, the larger the number of special games whose execution is pending, and the degree of attention to the execution of the special effect can be increased. . As a result, as the jackpot game progresses, the degree of attention to the execution of the special performance gradually increases, and the interest can be improved. Further, the special performance may be executed over a plurality of round games. Further, the timing at which the special performance is executed may be varied depending on the type of jackpot game. For example, during the first jackpot game, the special performance may be executed during the opening period, and during the second jackpot game and the third jackpot game, the special performance may be executed during the ending period.

・The gaming machine 10 may play a game where there is a special game that will result in a second jackpot among the special games whose execution is suspended, even if there is no special game that will result in the first jackpot among the special games whose execution is suspended. It may also be configured such that special effects can be executed. Similarly, even if there is no special game that will result in the first jackpot among the special games whose execution is suspended, there will be a special game that will result in the third jackpot among the special games whose execution is suspended. may be configured to be executable.

・When there is "1" second special game that results in the first jackpot among the second special games that are the targets of the special production, and when there are "two or more" second special games that result in the first jackpot, The content of the special performance may be different.

・When it is decided to execute a specific production, the execution of a new specific production is regulated until the second special game that is the target of the specific production at the time of deciding to execute the specific production is completed. You can. For example, if it is decided to execute a specific effect while the execution of the second special game for two times is on hold, the specific effect will not be played after the end of the small winning game until the end of the second special game twice. It is also possible not to decide to perform the performance.

・When there is no second special game that becomes the first jackpot in the second special game that is the target of the specific production, there is a second special game that becomes the second jackpot, and when there is a second special game that becomes the third jackpot. The winning probability of the specific effect lottery may be made different depending on when there is a game, when there is a second special game that results in a small win, and when there is a second special game that results in a loss. For example, the probability of winning the specific performance lottery may be increased in the order of "missing <small winning <third jackpot <second jackpot". Furthermore, when there is a second special game that results in a first jackpot among the second special games that are targets of the specific performance, the specific performance may be configured to be executed without fail.

- In the special state, when the second special game that results in a small win ends and a small win game occurs, a performance different from the small win performance and specific performance in the above embodiment is executed during the small win game. Good too. For example, in a special state, when a game ball enters the second big prize opening 31 during a small winning game, an image including character information of "+15" is displayed on the effect display device 25, The provision of game balls may be notified. On the other hand, in the normal low-probability state, specific low-probability state, and specific high-probability state, if the second special game that results in a small win ends and a small win game occurs, the above-mentioned "small win" It is not necessary to perform a performance different from the performance and the specific performance.

- When the main CPU 40a starts the first special game while a second special game that is a jackpot is being executed, the main CPU 40a may forcibly lose the first special game. Similarly, when the main CPU 40a starts a second special game while executing a first special game that results in a jackpot, the main CPU 40a may forcibly miss the second special game. Further, when the main CPU 40a starts the first special game while executing the second special game that results in a small win, the main CPU 40a may forcibly miss the first special game. Similarly, when the main CPU 40a starts the second special game while executing the first special game that results in a small win, the main CPU 40a may forcibly miss the second special game. Moreover, when the main CPU 40a starts the second special game during the execution of the first special game that results in a jackpot, the main CPU 40a may forcibly make the second special game a loss. In this way, in the case of "forcibly losing", the main CPU 40a may forcibly lose after performing a winning lottery, or may forcibly lose without performing a winning lottery.

- The types of specific effects are not limited to the three types described in the above embodiment, and may be two or less types, or four or more types. Further, the aspect of the specific performance may be changed. For example, even if there are multiple types of specific performances, some of the performances (in the above embodiment, the first stage performance) may not be made common. .

- For example, if a jackpot symbol is confirmed and stopped displayed in the other special game while one of the first special game and the second special game is being executed, the one special game is interrupted and the jackpot game ends. Later, execution of the one of the suspended special games may be resumed. Similarly, when one of the first special game and the second special game is being executed and a small winning symbol is confirmed and stopped displayed in the other special game, the one special game is interrupted and the small winning game is started. After the end of the special game, the suspended execution of the one special game may be resumed. In addition, if a losing symbol is fixed and stopped displayed in the other special game while one of the first special game and the second special game is being executed, the losing symbol is derived in the one special game, and It may be configured such that the special game ends. In addition, if one of the first special game and the second special game is running and a losing symbol is displayed as a fixed stop in the other special game, the one special game is interrupted, and the other special game is stopped. After a variable interval after the end has elapsed, execution of the one of the suspended special games may be resumed.

・If the first special game becomes a jackpot when the game is controlled to any one of the specific low probability state, specific high probability state, and special state, the game will be played even if the second special game is in progress. The performance game based on the second special game may be stopped, and the performance display device 25 may perform a predetermined jackpot notification performance. The predetermined jackpot notification performance may be a performance in which an image including text information such as "Opportunity is changing" is displayed on the performance display device 25.

- When in the variable time shortening state, only the variable time of the second special game among the first special game and the second special game becomes shorter (or becomes easier to shorten) compared to when the variable time shortening state is in the non-variable time shortening state. It may be configured as follows. At this time, for example, when in the variable time shortening state, the variable time of the first special game may be configured to be longer (or more likely to become longer) than when in the non-variable shortening state. .

- It may be configured such that a jackpot game is awarded when a game ball enters the gate 33 after the jackpot symbol is confirmed and stopped in the special game. In this case, the system may be configured such that the jackpot game is in a waiting state until the game ball enters the gate 33 after the jackpot symbol is confirmed and stopped. At this time, the performance display device 25 may be configured to execute a performance that prompts the game ball to enter the gate 33. Here, the gate 33 is taken as an example, but it may be configured such that a jackpot game is awarded when a game ball enters a ball entrance other than the gate 33. The ball entrance other than the gate 33 may be a ball entrance where the conditions for paying out the prize ball are met when the game ball enters, or if the conditions for paying out the prize ball are not satisfied, a special game or It may also be a ball entrance that does not meet the starting conditions for a game such as a normal game. Similarly, after the small winning symbol is confirmed and stopped in the special game, a small winning game is awarded when the game ball enters the gate 33, similar to when the jackpot symbol is derived in the special game. It may be configured so that

- When controlled to be in any one of the special state, the specific low probability state, and the specific high probability state, the production game based on the first special game may be executed. Further, when the control is performed in the normal low probability state, a production game based on the second special game may be executed. For example, when a performance game based on the first special game and a performance game based on the second special game are executed, each performance game may be executed separately in different display areas of the performance display device 25. , each effect game may be configured to be executed separately on different display devices.

- The number of game balls consumed (the number of game balls fired) in the above embodiment is the number of game balls fired into the game area 21, and can also be said to be the number of effective balls. The number of game balls paid out in the above embodiment is the number of game balls paid out as prize balls, and can also be called the number of prize balls. This number of prize balls may be the number of prize balls when all the balls enter the winning holes, or the number of prize balls excluding the prize balls that are paid out when the balls enter some of the winning holes. Good too.

・As a pachinko machine that can be controlled to a high probability state, there are specifications that control the state to a high probability state until the next jackpot game is awarded, specifications that control the state to a high probability state until you win the falling lottery (tumble machine), etc. There is a specification (ST machine) that controls to a high probability state until a predetermined number of symbol variation games are completed. Further, among pachinko gaming machines that can be controlled to a high probability state, there is a specification (V probability changing machine) that is controlled to a high probability state when a game ball passes a specific area. The pachinko game machine of the above embodiment may be embodied in a pachinko game machine having any of these specifications. Furthermore, it may be a pachinko gaming machine with specifications that are a combination of the above-mentioned falling machine and V-probability changing machine. Further, the V-probability changing machine has a specification that includes a single big winning hole to generate a specific round game. The V winning machine is equipped with a plurality of big winning openings consisting of a big winning opening (V winning opening) that is opened in a specific round game and a big winning opening that is opened in a round game other than the specific round game. There are specifications that cause games to occur. Each embodiment may be embodied in a V-variable machine of any specification. The embodiment described above does not necessarily have to be a gaming machine that can be controlled to have a small win rush.

- In the above embodiment, the sub-board 41 is used as a sub-integration control board, and apart from the sub-board 41, a display control board that exclusively controls the effect display device 25, a light emission control board that exclusively controls the decorative lamp 17, and the speaker 18 are provided. A sound control board for specialized control may be provided. The sub-board may include such a sub-integration control board and a board for controlling other effects.

- In the above embodiment, the main CPU 40a of the main board 40 and the sub CPU 41a of the sub board 41 may be mounted on a single board. Moreover, in the above-described other example, the display control board, the light emission control board, and the sound control board may be arbitrarily combined to form a single board or a plurality of boards.

The technical ideas that can be understood from this embodiment and modified examples will be described.
(a) The symbol variation game includes a first starting port, a second starting port different from the first starting port, and a game control means capable of controlling execution of the symbol variation game. A first special symbol variation game that can be executed when a game ball enters the first starting port; and a second special symbol variation game that can be executed when a game ball enters the second starting port. and the game control means is capable of performing a first control regarding execution of the first special symbol variation game and a second control regarding execution of the second special symbol variation game, and The first special symbol variation game and the second special symbol variation game can be executed simultaneously, and when the first special symbol variation game is being executed, the second special symbol variation game that results in the specific win When the special symbol variation game ends and the specific winning game is awarded, the first control is interrupted, and when the first control is interrupted, the second special symbol variation whose execution is suspended. The specific performance can be executed depending on whether there is the second special symbol variation game in which the special win occurs in the game.

(b) The symbol variation game includes a first starting port, a second starting port different from the first starting port, and a game control means capable of controlling execution of the symbol variation game. A first special symbol variation game that can be executed when a game ball enters the first starting port; and a second special symbol variation game that can be executed when a game ball enters the second starting port. and the game control means is capable of performing a first control regarding execution of the first special symbol variation game and a second control regarding execution of the second special symbol variation game, and The first special symbol variation game and the second special symbol variation game can be executed simultaneously, and when the first special symbol variation game is being executed, the second special symbol variation game that results in the specific win When the special symbol variation game ends and the specific winning game is awarded, the first control is interrupted, and when the first control is interrupted, the first special symbol variation whose execution is suspended. The specific performance can be executed depending on whether or not there is the first special symbol variation game in which the special winning occurs in the game.

(c) A gaming state control means for controlling a gaming state, the gaming state includes a first gaming state and a second gaming state, and the first gaming state is compared to the second gaming state. In the first gaming state, when the first special symbol variation game is being executed, and when the second special symbol variation game that results in the specific win ends, the specific win occurs. When a game is awarded, the first control is interrupted, and when the first control is interrupted, the specific performance cannot be executed, while in the second game state, the first special symbol variation While the game is being executed, when the second special symbol variation game that results in the specific winning ends and the specific winning game is awarded, the first control is interrupted, and the first control is stopped. When the game is interrupted, the specific performance can be executed depending on whether or not there is a second special symbol variation game that results in a special win among the second special symbol variation games whose execution is suspended.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 10... Gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine), 25... Performance display device, 26... First starting port, 27... Second starting port, 40a... Main CPU, 41a... Sub CPU.

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In a gaming machine in which execution of a symbol variation game can be suspended, a specific winning game is awarded after the end of the symbol variation game resulting in a specific winning, and a special winning game is awarded after the end of the symbol varying game resulting in a special winning,
Equipped with a performance execution means for performing the performance,
When the special winning game is awarded, the advantage is higher than when the specific winning game is awarded,
The effects include a specific effect that can be executed for a symbol variation game whose execution is pending;
When the special winning game is awarded, the specific performance is not executed,
When the specific winning game is awarded, if there is a symbol variation game that results in a special win among the symbol variation games whose execution is suspended, the above-mentioned symbol variation game is among the symbol variation games whose execution is suspended. The execution probability of the specific effect is higher than when there is no symbol variation game that results in a special hit,
When it is decided to execute the specific production, even if the specific production is executed and the specific production ends, until the symbol variation game whose execution is the subject of the specific production ends, Even if the execution of the symbol variation game that newly results in the special winning is suspended, the specific performance is prohibited from being executed anew ;
The performance includes a special performance that can be executed for a symbol variation game whose execution is suspended when the special winning game is given;
When the specific winning game is given, the special performance is not executed,
When the special winning game is awarded, even if there is a symbol fluctuation game that results in a specific win among the symbol fluctuation games whose execution is suspended, the special winning game is not among the symbol fluctuation games whose execution is suspended. When there is no winning symbol variation game, the special performance is not executed,
When the special winning game is awarded, if there is a symbol fluctuation game that results in a special win among the symbol fluctuation games whose execution is suspended, then the particular winning game occurs among the symbol fluctuation games whose execution is suspended. Even when there is no symbol variation game, the special performance is executed,
A gaming machine characterized in that the display content of the performance execution means when the specific performance is executed is different from the display content of the performance execution means when the special performance is executed .