JP7391425B2 - gaming machine - Google Patents

Description

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

Conventionally, as a pachinko game machine, which is an example of a game machine, for example, as described in Patent Document 1 below, it has been determined whether there is a jackpot or not, and based on the result of the determination, the display mode of a hold display for performance is determined. A gaming machine is known that makes players expect to win a jackpot by changing the color from normal white to special blue or red.

Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2016-112132

However, the performance execution method described in Patent Document 1 is now commonly seen, and there is room for improvement in order to provide players with entertainment.

The gaming machine of the present invention includes:
It is possible to execute a preview effect that makes the player expect an advantageous situation,
The execution format of the preview performance includes a first format of executing a first preview performance, a second format of executing a second preview performance that has a higher expectation of achieving the advantageous state than the first preview performance, and the execution format of the preview performance. There is a third format in which the second preview performance is executed after the first preview performance is executed,
The performance mode of the first preview performance includes a first mode and a second mode in which the expectation level of the advantageous state is higher than that of the first mode,
When the presentation mode of the first preview presentation is not the second mode, the execution rate of the third format is higher than when the production mode is the second mode,
When it is determined to perform the first format, an icon displayed in a predetermined display area as the first preview effect can be displayed in the first mode and then in the second mode;
When it is decided to execute the third format, after displaying the icon displayed in the predetermined display area as the first preview effect in the first mode, the icon is displayed in the predetermined mode without displaying it in the second mode. This gaming machine is characterized in that it is possible to display the icons displayed in the display area in a normal mode in which the degree of expectation of the advantageous state is lower than in the first mode .

According to the game machine of the present invention, it is possible to improve the interest of the game through performance.

FIG. 3 is a front view of the gaming machine. It is a front view of a game board unit. It is a front view showing the second grand prize winning device etc. in detail. It is a front view of display devices. (A) is a front view of the performance unit when the above-board movable device and the under-board movable device are in standby state, and (B) is a front view of the performance unit when the above-board movable device and the under-board movable device are activated. It is a front view. FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing the electrical configuration of the main control board. FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing the electrical configuration of a sub-control board. FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing the back side of the gaming machine. It is a front view showing a 7-segment display. (A) is a table showing random numbers related to general drawings, and (B) is a table showing random numbers related to special drawings. (A) is an example of a hit determination table, (B) is an example of a regular pattern fluctuation pattern determination table, and (C) is an example of an auxiliary game control table. (A) is an example of a jackpot determination table, (B) is an example of a jackpot symbol type determination table, and (C) is an example of a reach determination table. This is an example of a special figure 1 variation pattern determination table. This is an example of a special figure 2 variation pattern determination table. This is an example of a look-ahead determination table. This is an example of a jackpot game control table. It is an explanatory diagram of a gaming state. It is an explanatory diagram showing a concrete example of production mode. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of normal variation of special figure variation performance. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of N reach of the special figure variation effect. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of SP reach of the special figure variation effect. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of a hold effect. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a movable body effect. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of operation performance. It is a flowchart of main control main processing. 3 is a flowchart of main side timer interrupt processing. It is a flowchart of sub-control main processing. It is a flowchart of 1ms timer interrupt processing. It is a flowchart of 10ms timer interrupt processing. It is a diagram showing a game board related to a characteristic part of the pachinko game machine PY1. It is a figure showing the display contents of the display part concerning the characteristic part of pachinko game machine PY1. It is a table for explaining the display mode of a hold display. This is a lottery table for displaying pending display changes. This is a lottery table for pending change scenarios. This is a lottery table with a chance zone effect. This is the lottery table for SP Reach. It is a diagram showing a specific example of a chance zone effect. It is a figure showing a specific example of SP reach only for a chance zone. It is a figure which shows the specific example of SP reach only for a chance zone following FIG. It is a figure which shows the specific example of SP reach only for a chance zone following FIG. It is a figure showing a specific example of common SP reach. FIG. 7 is a timing chart for explaining a period during which a chance zone ending operation is possible. FIG. FIG. 7 is a timing chart for explaining a period during which a chance zone ending operation is possible. FIG. FIG. 7 is a diagram of a display section for explaining the difference in performance development in the case where the chance zone end operation is not performed. It is a table for explaining a combined execution example of a hold display change effect, a chance zone effect, and an SP reach. FIG. 46 is a diagram of a display section for explaining a case where the first example of performance execution shown in FIG. 45 is executed. FIG. 46 is a diagram of a display section for explaining a case where the performance execution example 5 shown in FIG. 45 is executed. Execution control of the pre-read effect (hold display change effect, chance zone effect) related to special drawing 1 based on winning at the first starting gate, and pre-reading effect (holding) related to special drawing 2 based on winning at the second starting gate. 12 is a timing chart for explaining execution control of a display change effect and a chance zone effect. It is a diagram of a display unit for explaining an example of execution of a pending display change effect when a winning in the first starting opening and a winning in the second starting opening occur at the same time. It is a lottery table of a pending change scenario according to a second embodiment. It is a lottery table for chance zone performance according to the second embodiment.

Embodiments of the gaming machine of the present invention will be specifically described below with reference to the drawings. In each referenced figure, the same parts are given the same reference numerals, and overlapping explanations regarding the same parts will be omitted in principle. In this specification, in order to simplify the description, by writing symbols or codes that refer to information, signals, physical quantities, parts, etc., the names of the information, signals, physical quantities, parts, etc. for the symbols or codes may be omitted or May be abbreviated. Furthermore, in any flowchart described below, the execution order of a plurality of processes in any plurality of steps can be arbitrarily changed or executed in parallel within a range that does not cause inconsistency in the processing contents.

1. Structure of the gaming machine The pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the first embodiment will be explained. First, the structure of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained using FIGS. 1 to 5. In the following description, the horizontal, vertical, and vertical directions of each part of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 refer to the horizontal, vertical, and vertical directions (as viewed from the front) for the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Furthermore, "front" is the direction from the pachinko machine PY1 toward the player facing the pachinko machine PY1, and "back" is the direction from the player facing the pachinko machine PY1 toward the pachinko machine PY1. shall be. In this specification, regarding the pachinko gaming machine PY1, the conventional general configuration will first be explained, and then the characteristic configurations (characteristic parts) will be explained. For this reason, the configuration explained before the section "7. Features of Pachinko Game Machine PY1" may also be explained after "7. Features of Pachinko Game Machine PY1", but in this case, It is assumed that the pachinko game machine PY1 is configured as described in the section "7. Characteristics of the pachinko game machine PY1" and subsequent sections.

As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 includes a gaming machine frame 2. As shown in FIG. The game machine frame 2 includes a game board mounting frame 2A to which a game board unit YU to be described later is attached, and a front frame 23m rotatably supported by the game board mounting frame 2A via a hinge 2B. The front frame 23m can be opened and closed with respect to the game board mounting frame 2A. A transparent plate 23t is attached to the front frame 23m. When the front frame 23m is closed, the game board 1 attached to the game board mounting frame 2A and the transparent plate 23t face each other. Therefore, when the pachinko game machine PY1 is installed in a game parlor, a player in front of the pachinko game machine PY1 can visually recognize the game area 6 formed on the game board 1 through the transparent plate 23t. A transparent glass plate, a transparent synthetic resin plate, or the like can be used as the transparent plate 23t. The transparent plate 23t only needs to be able to visually recognize the gaming area 6 from the front of the pachinko gaming machine PY1.

A handle 72k that can be rotated to fire a game ball is provided at the lower right portion of the front surface of the front frame 23m. The amount by which the handle 72k is operated (rotation angle) corresponds to the magnitude (firing strength) of the force applied to the game ball to make the game ball fire (the amount by which the firing device 72, which will be described later, drives the firing solenoid). It is being Therefore, the game ball is fired with a firing intensity that corresponds to the rotational operation of the handle 72k. Further, a lower decorative body 36 that largely protrudes forward is provided at the lower center of the front surface of the front frame 23m. An upper tray 34 for storing game balls to be supplied to the handle 72k is formed on the upper surface of the lower decorative body 36. Further, a lower tray 35 is provided at the lower center of the front of the lower decorative body 36 for storing surplus game balls that cannot be accommodated in the upper tray 34.

A first input device (hereinafter referred to as "normal button") 40 that can be pressed down is provided on the upper surface of the lower decorative body 36 in front of the upper plate 34 . In addition, a second input device (hereinafter referred to as a "special button") 41 that can be pressed downward is provided on the right decorative body 32 that is formed to protrude forward from the right edge of the surface of the front frame 23m. . The normal button 40 is configured to be able to vibrate. That is, the normal button 40 has a built-in vibration mechanism for vibrating the normal button 40, and when the vibration motor included in this vibration mechanism is driven, the normal button 40 vibrates to the extent that the player can visually see it. 40 is now vibrating. Note that a known configuration can be appropriately adopted as a vibration mechanism for vibrating the normal button 40. The normal button 40 is an example of an operation section and also an example of a vibrating body.

Further, a speaker 52 capable of outputting sound is provided on the bottom surface of the upper decorative body 31 that is formed to protrude forward from the upper part of the surface of the front frame 23m. The speaker 52 includes a left speaker 52L placed on the left side and a right speaker 52R placed on the right side. Further, frame lamps 53 capable of emitting light are provided on the right edge of the front frame 23m and on the left and right sides of the lower plate 35 in the front of the lower decorative body 36. Furthermore, a movable frame moving device 58 is attached above the left edge and right edge of the front frame 23m as a performance device for the purpose of increasing game interest. The frame moving device 58 includes a left frame moving device 58L arranged on the left side and a right frame moving device 58R arranged on the right side.

Note that the positions and numbers of members and devices provided in the gaming machine frame 2 can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

Next, the game board unit YU will be explained using mainly FIGS. 2 to 5. The game board unit YU includes a game board 1 and a performance unit 1U attached to the back side of the game board 1. First, the game board 1 will be explained. The game board 1 is made of a transparent synthetic resin board. An opening 1A is formed approximately in the center of the game board 1 and is approximately circular when viewed from the front. Along the opening 1A, a substantially ring-shaped inner wall 1B is formed to protrude forward and define a game area 6 through which game balls can flow. Further, on the outside of the inner wall portion 1B, a substantially ring-shaped outer wall portion 1C for partitioning the gaming area 6 is formed to protrude forward.

On the front surface of the game board 1, a game area 6 is formed which is surrounded by an inner wall part 1B, an outer wall part 1C, etc. That is, the front surface of the game board 1 is partitioned into a game area 6 and other areas by the inner wall 1B and the outer wall 1C.

The game area 6 is an area into which game balls fired by operating the handle 72k can flow down, and is provided for playing games in the pachinko game machine PY1. Note that a large number of game nails (not shown) are provided protruding from the game area 6. The game nail enters the game area 6 and moves the game ball flowing down the game area 6 through a first starting opening 11, a second starting opening 12, a general winning opening 10, a gate 13, a first winning opening 14, which will be described later. And, a route is configured to appropriately guide the player to the second grand prize opening 15 and the like. In addition, starting ports such as the first starting port 11 and the second starting port 12 are referred to as entry ports, and large winning ports such as the first large winning port 14 and the second large winning port 15 are referred to as special winning ports or specific winning ports. The gate can be called a passage port or a passage area.

Near the center of the game area 6, a center frame (center decoration) 61 is provided to decorate the periphery of the opening 1A. The center frame 61 is provided with a stage that can guide a game ball to a first starting port 11, which will be described later, and a warp that can guide a game ball to the stage.

Also, in the gaming area 6, there is a first starting winning device 11D in which a first starting opening 11 into which a game ball can enter is formed, and a second starting winning device 11D that allows or disables entry of the ball into the second starting opening 12. A starting winning device (so-called "electronic chew") 12D is provided.

The first starting winning device 11D is immovable. Therefore, the ease with which game balls enter the first starting port 11 remains constant (unchanged). Winning the game ball into the first starting hole 11 is achieved by drawing the first special symbol (hereinafter referred to as "Special Figure 1") (obtaining and determining a random number related to Special Figure 1, which will be described later: hereinafter referred to as "Special Figure 1 Lottery"). ) and the variable display of special map 1. Further, when a game ball enters the first starting port 11, a predetermined number (four in this embodiment) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

The electric chew 12D includes an operable electric tube opening/closing member 12k. The electric chew opening/closing member 12k is normally (in a normal state) in a closed position in which the game ball cannot enter the second starting port 12. When the special state is reached, the game ball moves to the open position where the game ball can enter the second starting port 12. In this way, the movement of the electric chew opening/closing member 12k to the open position is also referred to as the "open state" of the second starting port 12 or the electric chew 12D, and only when the electric chew opening/closing member 12k is in the open state, the game ball is moved to the second starting port 12. It is possible to enter the ball. On the other hand, the state in which the electric chew opening/closing member 12k is in the closed position is also referred to as the "closed state" of the second starting port 12 or the electric chew 12D. Further, when the second starting port 12 or the electric tube 12D is in the "open state", it is also referred to as "the electric tube 12D is opened", and when the electric tube 12D is in the "closed state", it is also referred to as "the electric tube 12D is closed". ” is also called.

Winning a game ball into the second starting hole 12 is achieved by drawing a second special symbol (hereinafter referred to as "Special Figure 2") (obtaining and determining a random number related to Special Figure 2, which will be described later: hereinafter referred to as "Special Figure 2 Lottery"). ) and the variable display of special map 2. Furthermore, when the game balls enter the second starting port 12, a predetermined number (four in this embodiment) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. Note that the game area 6 is provided with a guide stage 12g that guides the game ball to the second starting port 12.

Further, the gaming area 6 is provided with a general winning opening (normal winning opening) 10 into which game balls can enter. When a game ball enters the general winning hole 10, a predetermined number (three in this embodiment) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Further, the game area 6 is provided with a gate 13 through which game balls can pass. The passage of the game ball through the gate 13 is the trigger for the lottery of a regular symbol (hereinafter referred to as "common symbol") (that is, the acquisition and determination of a regular symbol random number: hereinafter referred to as "common symbol lottery") and the variable display of a regular symbol. It has become. The electric chew 12D is opened by executing the auxiliary game. That is, the auxiliary game is a game that involves opening the electric chew 12D.

Further, the gaming area 6 is provided with a first big winning device 14D (hereinafter also referred to as "normal AT14D") in which a first big winning opening 14 into which a game ball can enter is formed. The first big prize winning device 14D includes a normal AT opening/closing member 14k that can operate in an open state and a closed state. The first big prize opening 14 is opened and closed by the operation of the normal AT opening/closing member 14k. The normal AT opening/closing member 14k is normally in a closed state that closes the first big prize opening 14, and it is impossible for the game ball to enter the first big winning opening 14. When the normal AT opening/closing member 14k operates in the open state, the game ball can enter the first big prize opening 14. In this way, the game ball can enter the first grand prize opening 14 only when the AT opening/closing member 14k is in the open state. When a game ball enters the first grand prize opening 14, a predetermined number (15 in this embodiment) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Further, the gaming area 6 is provided with a second grand prize winning device 15D (hereinafter also referred to as "VAT 15D") in which a second grand prize opening 15 into which game balls can enter is formed. The second big prize winning device 15D includes an operable VAT opening/closing member 15k. The VAT opening/closing member 15k normally closes the second big prize opening 15. The VAT opening/closing member 15k can take an open state. The game ball can enter the second grand prize opening 15 only when the VAT opening/closing member 15k is in the open state. On the other hand, the state in which the VAT opening/closing member 15k closes the second grand prize opening 15 is also referred to as a "closed state". In this way, the second big prize opening 15 is opened and closed by the operation of the VAT opening/closing member 15k. When game balls enter the second grand prize opening 15, a predetermined number (15 in this embodiment) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Here, the second grand prize winning device 15D will be explained in detail using FIG. 3. Inside the second big winning device 15D, there is provided a gate-shaped second big winning hole sensor 15a that can detect the game ball that has entered the second big winning hole 15 and allow the game ball to pass downward. It is being

A specific area 16 and a non-specific area 17 through which game balls can pass (enter) are provided in the downstream area of the second big prize opening sensor 15a. The game balls that have passed through the second big prize opening sensor 15a are sorted into a specific area 16 or a non-specific area 17 by a sorting device 16D. The sorting device 16D includes a sorting member 16k made of a substantially rectangular flat plate, and a sorting solenoid 16s that drives the sorting member 16k. The distribution member 16k is configured to be slidable left and right by driving the distribution solenoid 16s.

When the distribution solenoid 16s is not energized, the distribution member 16k is in the first state (passage prevention state: the left end of the distribution member 16k when viewed from the front in FIG. 3(A) is located slightly to the right of the left end of the specific area 16, and the distribution member 16k covers the specific area 16 directly above it. When the distribution member 16k is in the first state, the game ball that has entered the second big winning hole 15 cannot pass through the specific area 16 after passing through the second big winning hole sensor 15a. , passes through the non-specific area 17. The route of the game ball flowing down from this second big prize opening 15 to the non-specific area 17 is called a first route.

On the other hand, when the distribution solenoid 16s is energized, the distribution member 16k is in a second state (passage permission state: in a front view of FIG. 3(B)) in which the game ball is allowed to pass (enter) the specific area 16. The left end of the distribution member 16k is located slightly to the left of the right end of the specific area 16, and the distribution member 16k does not cover the specific area 16 directly above it, leaving the area directly above the specific area 16 open. When the distribution member 16k is in the second state, the game ball that has entered the second big winning hole 15 can easily pass through the specific area 16 after passing through the second big winning hole sensor 15a. The route of the game ball flowing down from this second big prize opening 15 to the specific area 16 is called a second route.

Note that basically, the distribution member 16k is held in the first state. That is, it can be said that the first state is the normal state of the distribution member 16k. Then, only in a predetermined round game (for example, 16R), the distribution solenoid 16s is energized and can change to the second state. Note that the operating mode of the distribution member 16k can be changed as appropriate.

The specific area 16 and the non-specific area 17 are provided with a specific area sensor 16a and a non-specific area sensor 17a that detect the game ball that has passed through (entered) each area 16, 17 and allow the game ball to pass downward. .

Note that it is possible to provide only one of the first grand prize device 14D and the second grand prize device 15D within a range that does not interfere with the game. Further, depending on the gameplay, it is possible to provide a configuration in which two grand prize devices without a specific area or distribution device, such as the first grand prize device 14D, are provided. In addition, although the first grand prize winning device 14D and the second grand prize winning device 15D are provided, depending on the gameplay, it is possible to use only the first grand prize winning device 14D or only the second grand prize winning device 15D. It is possible to use In addition, when the configuration is such that only the first grand prize winning device 14D is used, the processing related to the second grand prize winning device 15D is not performed, and when the configuration is made that only the second grand prize winning device 15D is used, , it is assumed that no processing is performed regarding the first grand prize winning device 14D.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 2, at approximately the bottom of the game area 6, there are two holes for discharging game balls that are hit into the game area 6 but do not win in any of the winning slots to the outside of the game area 6. An out port 19 is provided. Furthermore, the game board 1 is provided with a board lamp 54 that can emit light.

By the way, the game area 6 in which the game ball can flow down can be divided into a left game area 6A (first game area) on the left side of the center in the left-right direction, and a right game area 6B (second game area) on the right side. can. The manner in which the handle 72k is operated to launch the game ball so that the game ball flows down the left game area 6A is referred to as "left-handed hitting". On the other hand, the manner in which the handle 72k is operated to shoot the game ball so that the game ball flows down the right game area 6B is referred to as "right-handed hitting". In the pachinko game machine PY1, the flow path through which the game ball can flow down when the game ball is fired with the left hand is called the first flow path R1, and the game ball can flow down when the game ball is fired with the right hand. The possible flow path is referred to as a second flow path R2. The first passage R1 and the second passage R2 are also constituted by a large number of game nails.

A first starting port 11 and two general winning ports 10 are provided on the first flow path R1. Therefore, the player can aim to win a prize in the first starting opening 11 or the general winning opening 10 by shooting the game ball so as to flow down the first channel R1 by hitting the ball to the left. On the other hand, on the second flow path R2, a second starting port 12, a general winning port 10, a gate 13, a first big winning port 14, and a second big winning port 15 are provided. Therefore, the player can pass through the gate 13, enter the second starting opening 12, the general winning opening 10, and the first big winning opening 14 by firing the game ball so as to flow down the second flow path R2 by hitting the right hand. Or, you can aim to win a prize in the second grand prize opening 15.

In addition, game balls that did not enter any of the winning holes (first starting hole 11, second starting hole 12, general winning hole 10, first big winning hole 14, and second big winning hole 15), It is guided to the out port 19 and discharged. Further, the number of prize balls that are won in each winning hole can be set as appropriate.

Further, a display device 8 is arranged below and to the left of the game area 6 formed on the front surface of the game board 1 (a portion other than the game area 6). As shown in FIG. 4, the displays 8 include a special figure 1 display 81a that variably displays special figure 1, a special figure 2 display 81b that variably displays special figure 2, and a special figure 2 display 81b that variably displays general figure 1. A general figure display 82 is included. In addition, the display devices 8 include a special figure 1 pending display 83a that displays the number of special figure 1 pending (U1: the number of variable displays of special figure 1 on the special figure 1 display 81a), which will be described later. Also included is a special figure 2 pending display 83b that displays the number of special figure 2 pending (U2: the number of reserved special figures 2 that is variablely displayed by the special figure 2 indicator 81b), which will be described later.

The variable display of the special figure 1 is executed when the special figure 1 lottery is held in response to the landing of a game ball into the first starting port 11. Further, the variable display of the special figure 2 is executed when the special figure 2 lottery is held triggered by the winning of a game ball into the second starting port 12. In addition, in the following explanation, special pattern 1 and special pattern 2 are collectively referred to as special pattern or special pattern, and special pattern 1 lottery and special pattern 2 lottery are collectively referred to as special pattern lottery. Moreover, the special figure 1 display 81a and the special figure 2 display 81b are collectively referred to as the special figure display 81. Furthermore, the special figure 1 reservation display 83a and the special figure 2 reservation display 83b are collectively referred to as the special figure reservation display 83.

The variable display of the special figure notifies the result of the special figure lottery. In the variable display of the special figure, the special figure is displayed variably and then stopped. The special figure that is stopped and displayed (stopped special figure, special figure derived and displayed as a display result of the variable display) is one special figure selected from a plurality of types of special figures by a special figure lottery. When the stopping special symbol is a predetermined specific special symbol (a special symbol with a specific stopping pattern, that is, a jackpot symbol), the grand prize opening (the first grand prize opening 14 and the second grand prize opening 15) is opened. A jackpot game (an example of a special game) is played. Note that the gaming state in which the jackpot game is being played is referred to as the jackpot gaming state. The jackpot gaming state is an example of a special gaming state advantageous to the player.

The special figure display 81 is composed of, for example, eight LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) arranged side by side, and displays a special figure according to the result of the special figure lottery depending on the lighting mode. For example, if the result of the special drawing lottery is a jackpot (one of the multiple types of jackpots described below), the special drawing display 81 will display "□□■■□□■■" (□: lit, A jackpot symbol consisting of the lighting of the 1st, 2nd, 5th, and 6th LEDs from the left is displayed, such as (: off). In addition, if the result of the special drawing lottery is a loss, the special drawing display 81 will display a losing pattern consisting of only the rightmost LED lighting up, such as "■■■■■■■□". Display. Note that the lighting mode of the LED corresponding to the result of the special drawing lottery is not limited and can be set as appropriate. Therefore, for example, all the LEDs may be turned off as a losing symbol.

Further, in the variable display of the special figure, the variable display of the special figure is performed for a predetermined variable time before the special figure is stopped and displayed. The variable display mode of the special figure is, for example, a mode in which each LED lights up so that light repeatedly flows from left to right. Note that the manner of variable display of the special figure is not particularly limited, and may be set as appropriate, such as when all LEDs flash at once if each LED is not displayed in a stopped state (lit display in a specific manner).

By the way, in the pachinko game machine PY1, when a game ball hits the first starting port 11 or the second starting port 12, various random numbers (an example of determination information) for performing a special drawing lottery etc. are generated. May be obtained. These various random numbers are temporarily stored in a special figure reservation storage unit 105, which will be described later, as a special figure reservation. In addition, in the following, the various random numbers obtained by winning (balls entering) the game ball into the first starting port 11 are referred to as "special drawing 1 related random numbers", and the various random numbers obtained by winning the game ball into the second starting port 12 The various random numbers obtained by (ball entry) are referred to as "special map 2 related random numbers." Here, the special figure 1 related random number is stored in the special figure 1 reservation storage section 105a in the special figure reservation storage section 105 as the special figure 1 reservation. On the other hand, the special figure 2 related random number is stored in the special figure 2 reservation storage section 105b in the special figure reservation storage section 105 as the special figure 2 reservation. The number of special figure 1 reservations that can be stored in the special figure 1 reservation storage unit 105a (number of special figure 1 reservations) and the number of special figure 2 reservations that can be stored in the special figure 2 reservation storage unit 105b (number of special figure 2 reservations). An upper limit (four in this embodiment) is set. The upper limit of the number of special figures 1 and the number of special figures 2 reserved can be changed as appropriate, and the upper limit may be set to "none". In addition, hereinafter, the special map 1 reservation and the special map 2 reservation are collectively referred to as "special map reservation", and the number of special diagrams 1 and 2 reserved are collectively referred to as "the number of special diagrams reserved". In addition, the special figure 1 related random numbers and the special figure 2 related random numbers are collectively referred to as "special figure related random numbers."

In the pachinko game machine PY1, if the variable display of the special figure is not performed immediately after the game ball enters the first starting hole 11 or the second starting hole 12, specifically, while the variable display of the special figure is being executed. If a prize is won during execution of a jackpot game or a jackpot game, the variable display of the special drawing (or the right to draw the special drawing) for the winning can be reserved. The special figure reservation stored in the special figure reservation storage section 105 is consumed when variable display of the special figure based on the special figure reservation becomes possible. That is, extinguishing the special figure reservation means determining the special figure related random number etc. corresponding to the special figure reservation and executing variable display of the special figure to show the determination result.

Then, the special figure reservation number is displayed on the special figure reservation display 83. Each of the special figure 1 reservation display 83a and the special figure 2 reservation display 83b is composed of, for example, four LEDs, and displays the number of special symbols reserved by lighting up the LEDs for the number of special symbols reserved. Is possible.

In addition, the variable display of the general map notifies the result of the general map lottery. In the variable display of a general map, the general map is displayed variably and then stopped. The general map that is stopped and displayed (the stationary general map, the general map derived and displayed as a display result of the variable display) is one general map selected from among a plurality of types of general maps by lottery. If the stopped and displayed general figure is a predetermined specific ordinary figure (ordinary figure with a predetermined stop mode, that is, a winning symbol), an auxiliary game is performed in which the second starting port 12 (electric chew 12D) is opened. .

The common map display device 82 is composed of, for example, two LEDs, and displays the common map according to the result of the general map lottery depending on the lighting mode thereof. When the result of the common symbol lottery is a win, the common symbol display 82 displays a winning symbol consisting of both LEDs lighting up, such as "□□" (□: lit, ■: off). If the result of the lottery is a loss, a loss pattern such as "■□" consisting of only the right LED being lit is displayed. A mode may be adopted in which all the LEDs are turned off as a losing symbol. Note that the lighting mode of the LED corresponding to the result of the general drawing lottery is not limited and can be set as appropriate.

Further, before the regular map is stopped and displayed, the regular map is variablely displayed for a predetermined variable time. The mode of variable display of the ordinary map is, for example, a mode in which both LEDs are lit alternately. Note that the mode of variable display of the general map is not particularly limited, and may be set as appropriate, such as all LEDs blinking at once, unless each LED is displayed in a stopped state (lit display in a specific mode). .

In the pachinko game machine PY1, when a game ball passes through the gate 13, a regular symbol random number (an example of determination information) for performing a regular symbol lottery may be acquired. This random number is stored in the below-mentioned normal pattern holding storage section 106 on the condition that the variable display of the normal pattern or the auxiliary game is not executed. An upper limit (four in the present embodiment) is set for the number of standard patterns that can be stored in the standard pattern storage unit 106 (the number of standard patterns held). The upper limit of the number of reserved general drawings can be changed as appropriate, and the upper limit may be set to "none". In addition, below, the normal pattern random number acquired by the game ball passing through the gate 13 is also referred to as the "normal pattern related random number." Further, in this embodiment, a general pattern reservation display for displaying the number of general pattern reservations is not provided, but a general pattern reservation display device may be added to the display devices 8. As the general figure reservation display, it is possible to employ, for example, one having the same configuration as the special figure reservation display 83.

Next, the performance unit 1U attached to the back of the game board 1 will be explained using FIG. The production unit 1U is a unit made up of a plurality of devices that mainly perform production. The performance unit 1U is equipped with an image display device 50, a first board movable device (hereinafter referred to as "on board movable device") 55, and a second board movable device (hereinafter referred to as "bottom board movable device") 56.

The image display device 50 is configured with a 3D liquid crystal display having a predetermined screen size, and includes a display section (display screen) 50a that can display a 3D image. Note that the image display device 50 may be any other display device, such as one configured with a plurality of liquid crystal displays or an EL (Electro Luminescence) display, as long as it is capable of displaying images. It's okay.

The on-board movable device 55 is configured to be movable along the display section 50a, and includes a decorated on-board movable body 55k. The under-panel movable device 56 is configured to be movable along the display section 50a, and includes a decorated under-panel movable body 56k.

FIG. 5A schematically shows how the above-panel movable body 55k and the under-panel movable body 56k are held in a normal standby state (initial position) in which they are not in operation. When the drive source of the above-board movable device 55 is driven, the above-board movable body 55k moves downward (down), and when the drive source of the under-board movable device 56 is driven, the under-board movable body 56k moves upward (raised). do. At this time, the image display device 50 is covered by the lowered on-board movable body 55k or the raised under-board movable body 56k, and the image display device 50 becomes difficult to see.

Note that the positions and numbers of members and devices provided in the game board unit YU can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

2. Electrical Configuration of Gaming Machine Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained based on FIGS. 6 and 7. As shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has various functions such as a special drawing lottery, a variable display of special drawings, a jackpot game, a game state setting described later, a general drawing drawing, a variable display of a general drawing, and auxiliary games. A game control board (hereinafter referred to as the "main control board") 100 that controls gaming profits (progress of the game), and a game performance (special figure variation performance, hold performance, operation performance, jackpot) according to the progress of the game by the main control board 100 A performance control board (hereinafter referred to as "sub control board") 120 that controls performances such as game performances (game performances, etc.) and customer waiting performances, and a payout control board 170 that controls the payout of game balls, etc., are installed on the game board 1. It is provided further on the back side than the image display device 50. The main control board 100 can be positioned as a game control section (main control section) that controls games. Further, the sub-control board 120 can be positioned as a production control section (sub-control section) that controls production, together with an image control board 140, a lamp control circuit 151, and an audio control circuit 161, which will be described later. The production control unit includes at least a sub-control board 120, and various types of production using production means (image display device 50, speaker 52, frame lamp 53, panel lamp 54, movable devices 55, 56, 58, etc.). It would be good if the performance could be controlled.

Furthermore, the pachinko game machine PY1 includes a power supply board 190. The power supply board 190 supplies power to the main control board 100, sub-control board 120, and payout control board 170, and also supplies necessary power to other devices via these boards. The power supply board 190 is provided with a RAM clear switch 191 that can be pressed down. When the power is turned on, the RAM clear switch 191 (specific operation means) clears game information stored in the gaming RAM 104 of the gaming control microcomputer 101 (described later) (for example, information on gaming states such as high probability states, the number of special symbols on hold). This is for clearing (hereinafter referred to as "RAM clear") the gaming CPU 102 (hereinafter referred to as "RAM clear"). As shown in FIG. 8, the RAM clear switch 191 is provided on a power supply board 190 placed on the back side of the pachinko game machine PY1. Therefore, the RAM clear switch 191 cannot be operated unless the person is an employee of the game parlor who can open and close the front door 23. That is, the RAM clear switch 191 can be said to be an operating means that cannot be operated by the player. When the RAM clear switch 191 is pressed, a detection signal indicating that the RAM clear switch 191 is ON is input to the game control microcomputer 101. In this embodiment, the RAM clear switch 191 is provided on the power supply board 190, but the location of the RAM clear switch 191 can be changed as appropriate. For example, it may be provided on the main control board 100 or a dedicated board. It's okay.

A backup power supply circuit 192 is provided on the power supply board 190. The backup power supply circuit 192 supplies power to a gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100 and a production RAM 124 of the sub-control board 120, which will be described later, when power is not supplied to the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Therefore, the information stored in the gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100 and the performance RAM 124 of the sub-control board 120 is retained even when the power is cut off to the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Further, a power switch 193 is connected to the power supply board 190. The ON/OFF operation of the power switch 193 switches the power on/off. Note that the main control board 100 may be provided with a backup power circuit for the gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100, or the sub-control board 120 may be provided with a backup power circuit for the performance RAM 124 of the sub-control board 120.

As shown in FIG. 6, the main control board 100 is equipped with a game control one-chip microcomputer (hereinafter referred to as "game control microcomputer") 101 that controls the progress of the game of the pachinko game machine PY1 according to a program. The gaming control microcomputer 101 includes a gaming ROM (Read Only Memory) 103 that stores programs, tables, etc. for controlling the progress of the gaming, a gaming RAM (Random Access Memory) 104 used as a work memory, and A gaming CPU (Central Processing Unit) 102 that executes a program stored in a gaming ROM 103 is included.

The gaming ROM 103 stores programs for performing main control main processing, main side timer interrupt processing, etc., which will be described later. In addition, the gaming ROM 103 includes a jackpot determination table, a jackpot symbol type determination table, a reach determination table, a special pattern fluctuation pattern determination table, a look-ahead determination table, a jackpot game control table, a hit determination table, and a regular pattern fluctuation pattern determination table, which will be described later. , auxiliary game control table, etc. are stored. Note that the gaming ROM 103 may be externally attached.

Further, the gaming RAM 104 is provided with the above-mentioned special symbol reservation storage section 105, regular symbol reservation storage section 106, and the like. Further, the gaming RAM 104 is provided with a non-erasable storage section 107, and the non-erasable storage section 107 is provided with a total prize ball number storage section 107a, a total fired ball number storage section 107b, and a difference ball number storage section 107c. It is being In the non-erasable storage section 107, even if RAM clear is executed, the gaming CPU 102 does not erase the stored contents.

The game control microcomputer 101 counts the total number of prize balls at any time after being powered on, and information on the counted total number of prize balls is stored in the total number of prize balls storage section 107a. The total number of prize balls is the number of prize balls that the player obtains (is paid out to the player) in all gaming states (normal playing state, jackpot playing state, high probability high base state, low probability high base state, etc.) It is. Moreover, the game control microcomputer 101 counts the total number of fired balls at any time after the power is turned on, and information on the counted total number of fired balls is stored in the total number of fired balls storage section 107b. The total number of balls fired is the number of balls fired by the player in all game states. The game control microcomputer 101 calculates the number of difference balls by subtracting the total number of fired balls from the total number of prize balls at any time after the power is turned on, and the information on the calculated difference number of balls is the number of difference balls. It is stored in the storage unit 107c. The game control microcomputer 101 disables the game on the condition that the number of difference balls (an example of a specific measurement number) is equal to or greater than a reference number (for example, "80000"). This function is called an over-prized ball prevention function. The over-winning ball prevention function may be activated in response to the maximum number of differential balls (sometimes referred to as maximum number of balls, MY, etc.) reaching a predetermined reference number. The maximum number of difference balls is the difference between the minimum number of difference balls, which is the lowest value of the number of difference balls measured, and the peak (highest value) of the number of difference balls after the minimum number of difference balls is measured. In this case, the maximum difference number of balls corresponds to the specific measurement number.

The main control board 100 is also provided with a 7-segment display 300, a setting key cylinder 180, and a special reset switch 181 (special operation means) (see FIG. 8). As shown in FIG. 9, the 7-segment display 300 is a so-called 4-segment 7-segment display, and includes a total of 32 lighting (light-emitting) parts. Specifically, the 7-segment display 300 includes, in order from left to right, a first display area 310, a second display area 320, a third display area 330, and a fourth display area 340. The four display areas 310, 320, 330, and 340 each have eight lighting parts (LED elements) LB1 to LB8, LB9 to LB16, so that they can each represent numbers from "0" to "9". It has LB17 to LB24 and LB25 to LB32. Display control of the 7-segment display 300 is performed by a game control microcomputer 101.

The setting key cylinder 180 functions as an operating means when setting a setting value corresponding to the jackpot determination probability. The interior of the setting key cylinder 180 is rotated between an initial position and a rotational position with a setting key (not shown) inserted therein. Therefore, in this pachinko game machine PY1, by rotating the setting key cylinder 180 to the rotation position and turning on the power while pressing and operating the RAM clear switch 191, the machine shifts to the setting mode where the setting value can be set. can do. In this setting mode, the setting value can be set to "1". However, in this pachinko gaming machine PY1, only one type of setting value, "1", is provided. Therefore, the set value cannot be changed from "1". Note that when the setting mode is set, if the setting key cylinder 180 is rotated from the rotation position to the standby position, the setting mode is ended and RAM clear is executed.

The main control board 100 is also provided with a special reset switch 181 that can be pressed down. As shown in FIG. 8, the special reset switch 181 is provided on the main control board 100 placed on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Therefore, the special reset switch 181 cannot be operated unless the person is an employee of the gaming hall who can open and close the front door 23. That is, the special reset switch 181 can be said to be an operating means that cannot be operated by the player. The function of the special reset switch 181 will be explained in detail later. Furthermore, a gaming I/O (Input/Output) port section 118 for inputting and outputting data and signals is mounted on the main control board 100.

Furthermore, various sensors MS and actuators MA are connected to the main control board 100 via a predetermined relay board (not shown). Therefore, signals output from various sensors MS are input to the main control board 100. The main control board 100 also outputs signals to various actuators MA.

Various sensors MS connected to the main control board 100 include a first starting hole sensor 11a, a second starting hole sensor 12a, a general winning hole sensor 10a, a gate sensor 13a, a first big winning hole sensor 14a, a second A big prize opening sensor 15a, a specific area sensor 16a, and a non-specific area sensor 17a are included.

The first starting port sensor 11a detects a game ball that has won a prize in the first starting port 11. The second starting port sensor 12a detects a game ball that has won a prize in the second starting port 12. The general winning hole sensor 10a detects a game ball that has won a prize in the general winning hole 10. The general winning hole sensor 10a is provided for each general winning hole 10. The gate sensor 13a is provided at the gate 13 and detects a game ball passing through the gate 13. The first big winning hole sensor 14a detects the game ball that has won in the first big winning hole 14. The second big winning hole sensor 15a detects the game ball that has won the second big winning hole 15. The specific area sensor 16a detects a game ball that has passed through the specific area 16 (entered the specific area 16). The non-specific area sensor 17a detects a game ball that has passed through the non-specific area 17 (entered the non-specific area 17). When each sensor detects a game ball, it outputs a signal according to the detected content to the main control board 100.

Although not shown in FIG. 6, the various sensors MS include an outlet sensor that detects all the game balls (total number of shot balls) flowing down the game area 6. Here, the game balls flowing down to the outside of the game area 6 are discharged to the outside of the pachinko game machine PY1 through a discharge path (not shown) provided at the lower part of the game board mounting frame 2A. Therefore, the discharge port sensor is provided within the discharge path. Further, the various sensors MS include a magnetic sensor that detects illegal magnetism. The magnetic sensor detects the magnetism generated when a player uses a magnet or the like to illegally enter a game ball into the various winning holes 10, 11, 12, 14, and 15. When each of the above-mentioned sensors detects a game ball, it outputs a signal to the main control board 100 according to the detected content.

Further, the various sensors MS include a front door open sensor that detects opening of the front door 23 to the outer frame 22, and a front frame sensor that detects opening of the front frame 23m to the game board mounting frame 2A. . When the front door open sensor detects that the front door 23 is opened, it outputs a signal to the main control board 100 according to the detected content. When the front frame sensor detects the opening of the front frame 23m, it outputs a signal to the main control board 100 according to the detected content. Note that the type and number of sensors connected to the main control board 100 can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

Further, the various actuators MA connected to the main control board 100 include an electric chew solenoid 12s, a first big winning hole solenoid 14s, a second big winning hole solenoid 15s, and a distribution solenoid 16s. The electric chew solenoid 12s drives the electric chew opening/closing member 12k of the electric chew 12D. The first big prize opening solenoid 14s drives the normal AT opening/closing member 14k of the first big winning device 14D. The second big prize opening solenoid 15s drives the VAT opening/closing member 15k of the second big winning device 15D. The distribution solenoid 16s drives the distribution member 16k of the distribution device 16D.

Note that the type and number of actuators connected to the main control board 100 can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

Further, the main control board 100 is connected to displays 8 (a special figure display 81, a regular figure display 82, and a special figure pending display 83). Display control of these displays 8 is performed by a game control microcomputer 101.

The main control board 100 also transmits various commands to the payout control board 170 and receives signals from the payout control board 170 for monitoring payout. The payout control board 170 includes a card unit CU (which is installed adjacent to the pachinko game machine PY1 and enables ball lending based on information such as an inserted prepaid card) and a prize ball payout device 73. The firing device 72 is also connected via the firing control circuit 175. Note that the firing device 72 includes a handle 72k (see FIG. 1).

The payout control board 170 drives the prize ball motor 73m of the prize ball payout device 73 to pay out prize balls based on signals from the game control microcomputer 101 and signals from the connected card unit CU. , pay out rental balls. The game balls to be paid out are detected by the prize ball sensor 73a for counting, and a detection signal by the prize ball sensor 73a is output to the payout control board 170.

Further, the firing device 72 is provided with a touch switch 72a that can detect a contact of a person such as a player with the handle 72k (see FIG. 1). When the player operates the handle 72k, the touch switch 72a detects the player's contact with the handle 72k and outputs a detection signal to the payout control board 170. Further, the firing device 72 is connected to a firing volume knob 72b that can detect the rotation angle (operation amount) of the handle 72k. The firing device 72 drives the firing solenoid 72s so that the game ball is fired with a strength corresponding to the rotation angle of the handle 72k detected by the firing volume knob 72b. In the pachinko game machine PY1, one game ball is fired approximately every 0.6 seconds while the rotational operation of the handle 72k is maintained.

Further, the payout control board 170 is connected to the external terminal board 160. That is, the external terminal board 160 is connected to the main control board 100 via the payout control board 170. The external terminal board 160 is for transmitting an outer end signal transmitted from the main control board 100 to an external unit GU (data counter, hall computer, etc.) provided outside the pachinko gaming machine PY1. The information included in the outer end signal includes, for example, information indicating whether a jackpot has been won, information on the gaming status, and information indicating an error or fraud (abnormality). Although the external terminal board 160 transmits the outer end signal to the external unit GU through parallel communication, the outer end signal may be transmitted through asynchronous serial communication (common asynchronous serial communication port). Furthermore, although the main control board 100 is connected to the external terminal board 160 via the payout control board 170, the main control board 100 may be connected to the external terminal board 160 via a board other than the payout control board 170 (for example, a relay board). Alternatively, the main control board 100 and the external terminal board 160 may be directly connected.

Further, the main control board 100 transmits various commands containing information regarding the game to the sub control board 120 in accordance with the progress of the game. The sub control board 120 can grasp the progress status of the game (game control content) by the main control board 100 based on various commands sent from the main control board 100. Note that the connection between the main control board 100 and the sub-control board 120 is a unidirectional communication connection that allows only the transmission of signals from the main control board 100 to the sub-control board 120. That is, a unidirectional circuit (for example, a circuit using a diode), not shown, is interposed between the main control board 100 and the sub-control board 120 as a communication direction regulating means.

As shown in FIG. 7, the sub-control board 120 is equipped with a performance control one-chip microcomputer (hereinafter referred to as "performance control microcomputer") 121 that controls the performance of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 according to a program. The performance control microcomputer 121 includes a performance ROM 123 that stores programs for controlling the performance as the game progresses by the main control board 100, a performance RAM 124 used as a work memory, and a performance ROM 123 that stores It includes a presentation CPU 122 that executes a program.

Further, the production ROM 123 stores programs for performing sub-control main processing, reception interrupt processing, 1ms timer interrupt processing, 10ms timer interrupt processing, etc., which will be described later. Note that the performance ROM 123 may be externally attached.

Furthermore, the sub-control board 120 is equipped with an I/O port section 138 for performance and an RTC (Real Time Clock) 139 for inputting and outputting data and signals. The RTC 139 measures the current date and time (date and time). The RTC 139 operates on the power when the pachinko game machine PY1 is supplied with power from a predetermined island power supply device (not shown), and when the power is not supplied from the island power supply device, the power supply board 190 operates. It operates using power supplied from a backup power supply circuit 192 provided therein. Therefore, the RTC 139 can measure the current date and time even when the power of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is not turned on. Note that a backup power supply circuit for the RTC 139 may be provided on the sub-control board 120. A circuit including a capacitor and a built-in battery (such as a button battery) can be used as the backup power supply circuit.

An image control board 140 is connected to the sub-control board 120. The performance control microcomputer 121 of the sub-control board 120 controls the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 to control the image display device based on commands received from the main control board 100, that is, in accordance with the progress of the game by the main control board 100. 50 display control is performed. Note that the connection between the sub-control board 120 and the image control board 140 allows both the transmission of signals from the sub-control board 120 to the image control board 140 and the transmission of signals from the image control board 140 to the sub-control board 120. This is a two-way communication connection.

The image control board 140 includes an image ROM 142 that stores programs for image control, an image RAM 143 used as a work memory, and an image CPU 141 that executes the programs stored in the image ROM 142. . The image control board 140 also includes a CGROM 145 that stores image data to be displayed on the image display device 50, a VRAM 146 used for expanding the image data stored in the CGROM 145, and a VDP (Video Display Processor) 144. It is equipped with Of course, all or part of these electronic components may be configured on one chip. The CGROM 145 stores, for example, image data (still image data and video data, specifically characters, items, figures, letters, numbers, symbols, etc.) for displaying images displayed on the image display device 50. image data such as background images) are stored.

The VDP 144 reads image data from the CGROM 145 and develops it in a development area in the VRAM 146 in accordance with a display list created by the image CPU 141 based on instructions from the performance control microcomputer 121. Then, the expanded image data is appropriately combined and an image is drawn in the frame buffer in the VRAM 146. The image drawn in the frame buffer is then output to the image display device 50 as an RGB signal. As a result, various effect images are displayed on the display section 50a.

Note that the display list is made up of a group of commands for instructing execution of drawing in units of frames. The display list includes information on various parameters such as the type of image to be drawn, the position to draw the image, display priority, display magnification, and image transmittance.

The performance control microcomputer 121 outputs audio, music, sound effects, etc. from the speaker 52 via the audio control circuit 161 based on commands received from the main control board 100, that is, according to the progress of the game by the main control board 100. Output.

Audio data such as audio output from the speaker 52 is stored in the performance ROM 123 of the sub-control board 120. Note that the audio control circuit 161 may be used as a board and a CPU may be mounted thereon. In this case, the CPU may be caused to perform voice control. Furthermore, in this case, a ROM may be mounted on the board and audio data may be stored in the ROM. Alternatively, the speaker 52 may be connected to the image control board 140, and the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 may be caused to perform audio control. Furthermore, in this case, the audio data may be stored in the image ROM 142 of the image control board 140.

Further, various switches serving as input sections, various actuators SA serving as drive sources, and various lamps SL are connected to the sub-control board 120 via a predetermined relay board (not shown). Signals output from various switches are input to the sub-control board 120. Further, the sub-control board 120 outputs signals to various actuators SA. Further, the sub-control board 120 controls the lighting of various lamps SL via the lamp control circuit 151 based on commands received from the main control board 100.

The various switches connected to the sub-control board 120 include a normal button detection switch 40a and a special button detection switch 41a. The normal button detection switch 40a detects that the normal button 40 is pressed. The special button detection switch 41a detects that the special button 41 has been pressed. Each detection switch 40a, 41a outputs a signal according to the detected content to the sub-control board 120. Note that the type and number of switches connected to the sub-control board 120 can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

The various actuators SA connected to the sub-control board 120 include an on-board drive motor 55 m that drives the on-board movable device 55 , an under-board drive motor 56 m that drives the under-board movable device 56 , and a bottom drive motor 56 m that drives the frame moving device 58 . It includes a frame drive motor 58m, etc. The performance control microcomputer 121 can drive these motors and cause each movable device to perform a predetermined operation. In detail, the performance control microcomputer 121 creates operation pattern data that determines the operation mode of each movable device, and controls the operation of each movable device via the lamp control circuit 151. It is also assumed that a vibration motor (not shown) for vibrating the normal button 40 is also connected to the sub-control board 120. Note that the type and number of actuators connected to the sub-control board 120 can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

The various lamps SL connected to the sub-control board 120 include a frame lamp 53, a panel lamp 54, and the like. The performance control microcomputer 121 can cause each lamp to emit light. In detail, the production control microcomputer 121 creates light emission pattern data (data that determines lighting/extinguishing, light emission color, etc., also referred to as lamp data) that determines the light emission mode of each lamp, and controls the light emission of each lamp according to the light emission pattern data. Control. Note that data stored in the performance ROM 123 of the sub-control board 120 is used to create the light emission pattern data.

Note that a CPU may be mounted using the lamp control circuit 151 as a substrate. In this case, the CPU may control the lighting of each lamp and control the operation of each movable device. Furthermore, in this case, a ROM may be mounted on the board and data regarding the light emission pattern and the operation pattern may be stored in the ROM. Further, the type and number of lamps connected to the sub-control board 120 can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

3. Main games played by the gaming machine Next, main games played by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained using FIGS. 10 to 17. Note that the tables shown in FIGS. 10 to 17 are general ones for explaining this item, and tables other than these are shown in the explanation of "Characteristics of Pachinko Machine PY1" described later. In this case, it is assumed that the table is used in the pachinko game machine PY1. However, for configurations that do not show a separate table in the explanation of "Characteristics of Pachinko machine PY1" described later, it is assumed that the table shown in this item is used. It is also possible to change the configuration in which a different table is shown in the explanation of "Characteristics" to the table shown in this item.

3-1. Games related to common figures First, games related to common figures will be explained. The pachinko game machine PY1 performs a regular lottery when the fired game ball passes through the gate 13. When the general drawing lottery is performed, the normal drawing is displayed variably (variably displayed and then stopped) on the general drawing display 82. Here, the regular symbols that are stopped and displayed include winning symbols and losing symbols. In addition, the losing pattern of the regular pattern is also called "losing pattern" to distinguish it from the losing pattern of the special pattern described later. When the winning symbol is stopped and displayed, the auxiliary game is executed, and the game related to passing through the gate 13 ends. On the other hand, when the losing common map is stopped and displayed, the auxiliary game is not performed and the game related to passing through the gate 13 ends. Further, in the following, passing the game ball through the gate 13 will be referred to as "establishment of the normal pattern starting condition".

When the pachinko game machine PY1 performs such a series of games (general drawing lottery, variable display of general drawings, auxiliary game), the pachinko game machine PY1 acquires general drawing related random numbers when the general drawing starting condition is established. As shown in FIG. 10(A), the acquired ordinary symbol-related random numbers include ordinary symbol random numbers. The normal symbol random number is a random number for determining a hit. Random numbers are also called judgment information. A range is appropriately set for the random number.

3-1-1. Win Judgment The win judgment is a judgment for determining whether or not there is a win (whether or not to execute the auxiliary game) according to the hit judgment table as shown in FIG. 11(A). The hit determination table is associated with a gaming state that will be described later. That is, the hit determination table includes a hit determination table used in the non-time-saving state (non-time-saving hit determination table) and a hit determination table used in the time-saving state (time-saving hit determination table). In each hit determination table, determination values of normal symbol random numbers (normal symbol random number values) are assigned to hits and losses that are the results of the hit determination. Therefore, the pachinko game machine PY1 determines whether it is a hit or a loss by determining the acquired normal symbol random number according to the hit determination table. Then, based on the result of the hit determination, a normal pattern variation pattern is determined for variable display of the normal pattern. If the result of the hit determination is a hit, basically the winning symbol is stopped and displayed in the variable display of the common symbol. On the other hand, if the result of the hit determination is a loss, basically the losing common map is stopped and displayed in the variable display of the common symbol. Note that the winning probability can be changed as appropriate. Furthermore, the hit determination table does not need to be divided for each gaming state.

3-1-2. Ordinary figure fluctuation The ordinary figure fluctuation pattern determination is a determination for determining the ordinary figure fluctuation pattern according to the ordinary figure fluctuation pattern determination table as shown in FIG. 11(B). The ordinary figure fluctuation pattern is identification information regarding predetermined matters related to variable display of ordinary figures, such as ordinary figure fluctuation time.

The regular figure fluctuation pattern determination table is associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state). That is, the regular figure fluctuation pattern determination table includes a regular figure fluctuation pattern determination table (non-time saving regular figure fluctuation pattern determination table) used in the non-time saving state and a regular figure fluctuation pattern determination table (non-time saving regular figure fluctuation pattern determination table) used in the time saving state. There is a short-time regular map fluctuation pattern determination table). It should be noted that it is not necessary to divide the normal pattern fluctuation pattern determination table for each gaming state.

Each ordinary figure fluctuation pattern determination table stores one ordinary figure fluctuation pattern, which is the result of ordinary figure fluctuation pattern determination, for each ordinary figure to be stopped. That is, the pachinko game machine PY1 is capable of making the normal pattern fluctuation time different between the non-time saving state and the time saving state. For example, in a non-time-saving state, for the variable display of common symbols when a losing common symbol (losing common symbol) is stopped and displayed, a common symbol fluctuation pattern is determined such that the common symbol fluctuation time is, for example, 30 seconds, and the winning symbol is Regarding the variable display of ordinary figures in the case where the ordinary figures are stopped and displayed, a general figure fluctuation pattern is determined in which the ordinary figure fluctuation time is, for example, 30 seconds. In addition, in the time saving state, for the variable display of common symbols when a losing common symbol is stopped and displayed, a common symbol fluctuation pattern is determined such that the common symbol fluctuation time is, for example, 5 seconds, and when the winning symbol is stopped and displayed, a common symbol fluctuation pattern is determined. Regarding the variable display of figures, a general figure fluctuation pattern is determined in which the ordinary figure fluctuation time is, for example, 5 seconds. A variable display of the ordinary figure of the ordinary figure fluctuation time corresponding to the ordinary figure fluctuation pattern determined by this determination is performed on the ordinary figure display 82. Further, these ordinary figure fluctuation times can be changed as appropriate. In this way, by performing the hit determination and the normal pattern variation pattern determination, the normal pattern is variably displayed on the normal pattern display 82.

3-1-3. Auxiliary Game The auxiliary game is a variable display of a common symbol, and is executed when a winning symbol is stopped and displayed (derived) as a display result (result of a common symbol lottery).

The elements constituting the auxiliary game (auxiliary game component) include various elements such as the number of times the electric chew 12D is opened and the opening time for each opening. Each of these elements is associated with a gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state). Pachinko game machine PY1 controls the auxiliary game according to the auxiliary game control table as shown in FIG. 11(C) based on the game state (non-time saving state/time saving state). The auxiliary game control table is associated with a game state (non-time saving state/time saving state). Each auxiliary game control table stores auxiliary game components. Note that the number of openings and opening time for each of these elements can be changed as appropriate.

In the pachinko game machine PY1, the opening time of the electric chew 12D is made different between the auxiliary game in the non-time-saving state and the auxiliary game in the time-saving state. For example, in an auxiliary game in a non-time-saving state, the electric chew 12D is opened for a first opening time (a time during which it is difficult for the game ball to enter the electric chew 12D (for example, 0.08 seconds)). In the following, the auxiliary game in the non-time saving state is also referred to as the "short opening auxiliary game". In addition, in the auxiliary game in the time saving state, the electric chew 12D is opened for a second opening time that is longer than the first opening time (a time during which it is easy to make the game ball enter the electric chew 12D (for example, 3.0 seconds)). Open. In the following, the auxiliary game in the time saving state is also referred to as the "long opening auxiliary game". Note that the opening time of the electric chew 12D may be the same in the auxiliary game in the non-time saving state and the auxiliary game in the time saving state.

3-2. Games Related to Special Figures Next, games related to special figures will be explained. The pachinko game machine PY1 performs a special drawing 1 lottery when the fired game ball enters the first starting slot 11. When the special figure 1 lottery is carried out, the special figure 1 is displayed variably on the special figure 1 display 81a (stop display after a variable display is performed) to notify the result of the special figure 1 lottery. Here, the special symbol 1 that is stopped and displayed includes a jackpot symbol and a losing symbol. That is, the results of the special drawing 1 lottery include jackpots and losses. When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is executed, a new gaming state is set, and the game based on the winning prize ends. On the other hand, when the losing symbols are stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is not played and the game based on the winning prize ends.

Similarly, the pachinko game machine PY1 performs a special drawing 2 lottery when the fired game ball enters the second starting slot 12. When the special figure 2 lottery is performed, the special figure 2 is displayed variably (stopped after being displayed variablely) on the special figure 2 display 81b to notify the result of the special figure 2 lottery. Here, the special symbols 2 that are stopped and displayed include jackpot symbols and losing symbols. That is, the result of the special drawing 2 lottery includes a jackpot and a loss. When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is executed, a new gaming state is set, and the game based on the winning prize ends. On the other hand, when the losing symbols are stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is not played and the game based on the winning prize ends.

In addition, below, when a game ball enters the first starting port 11, it is referred to as "establishment of the first starting condition", and when a gaming ball enters the second starting port 12, it is referred to as "establishment of the second starting condition". That's what it means. Further, "the first starting condition is met" and "the second starting condition is met" are collectively referred to as "the starting condition is met." In addition, the losing symbols of the special symbols are also referred to as "losing special symbols" to distinguish them from the losing symbols of the above-mentioned general symbols.

Pachinko game machine PY1 acquires a special pattern-related random number when a starting condition is established in order to play a series of games like this (special pattern lottery, variable display of special pattern, jackpot game, and setting of the game state). Perform various judgments regarding random numbers. As shown in FIG. 10(B), the special pattern related random numbers to be obtained include special pattern random numbers (jackpot random numbers), jackpot pattern type random numbers (hit pattern type random numbers), reach random numbers, and special pattern fluctuation pattern random numbers. The special symbol random number is a random number for determining a jackpot. The jackpot symbol type random number is a random number for performing jackpot symbol type determination (winning symbol type determination). The reach random number is a random number for determining reach. The special symbol variation pattern random number is a random number for determining the variation pattern of the special symbol. Random numbers are also called judgment information. Each random number has an appropriate range.

3-2-1. Jackpot Judgment Jackpot Judgment is a judgment for determining whether or not it is a jackpot (whether or not to execute a jackpot game) according to a jackpot judgment table as shown in FIG. 12(A). The jackpot determination table is associated with the gaming state, specifically whether it is a normal probability state or a high probability state. That is, the jackpot determination table includes a jackpot determination table used in the normal probability state (normal probability jackpot determination table) and a jackpot determination table used in the high probability state (high probability jackpot determination table).

In each jackpot determination table, special symbol random number determination values (special symbol random number values) are assigned to jackpots and losses that are the results of the jackpot determination. The pachinko game machine PY1 determines whether it is a jackpot or a loss by determining the acquired special symbol random number according to the jackpot determination table. As shown in FIG. 12(A), the high probability jackpot determination table has more special symbol random number determination values that are determined to be a jackpot than the normal probability jackpot determination table. Furthermore, the probability of winning a jackpot can be changed as appropriate. In addition, if the configuration is such that a small win can be won, the small win can be included in the result of the jackpot determination.

3-2-2. Jackpot symbol type determination (hit symbol type determination)
The jackpot symbol type determination is a determination for determining the type of jackpot symbol (jackpot symbol type) according to the jackpot symbol type determination table as shown in FIG. 12(B) when the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot. Each type of jackpot symbol is associated with the content of the jackpot, in other words, the constituent elements of the jackpot consisting of game benefits given to the player.

The jackpot symbol type determination table shows the types of special symbols that are variably displayed (Special Figure 1/Special Figure 2), in other words, the prize that causes the jackpot symbol type determination (the prize that causes the jackpot symbol type determination) It is associated with the type of starting port (first starting port 11/second starting port 12) in which the starting port was performed. That is, the jackpot symbol type determination table includes a jackpot symbol type determination table (first jackpot symbol type determination table) used when performing a variable display of special figure 1, and a jackpot symbol type determination table used when performing a variable display of special figure 2. There is a symbol type determination table (second jackpot symbol type determination table).

There are multiple types of jackpot symbols, and in each jackpot symbol type determination table, the judgment value (jackpot symbol type random number) of the jackpot symbol type random number (winning symbol type random number) numerical values) are distributed. Therefore, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 determines the type of jackpot symbol by determining the acquired jackpot symbol type random number according to the jackpot symbol type determination table. In the first jackpot symbol type determination table and the second jackpot symbol type determination table, the jackpot symbol type random values are appropriately distributed to various jackpot symbols. Note that the distribution rate of the jackpot symbol type can be changed as appropriate. Furthermore, the types of jackpot symbols can be increased or decreased as appropriate.

For example, as shown in FIG. 12(B), the distribution ratio of the jackpot symbol type based on the jackpot symbol type determination for special symbol 1 is set to 50% for jackpot symbol A and 50% for jackpot symbol B, and for special symbol 2. It is possible for the jackpot symbol C to make the distribution rate of the jackpot symbol type 100% based on the jackpot symbol type determination. In this way, the jackpot symbol type is determined in the special drawing 1 lottery, which is held when a game ball is won in the first starting opening 11, and the special drawing 2 drawing, which is held when a gaming ball is won in the second starting opening 12. It is possible to have different fractions. In addition, in the case of a configuration in which it is possible to win a small hit, the type of the small winning symbol can be determined at the time of winning a small hit. The winning symbol type determination includes determining the type of jackpot symbol and determining the type of small winning symbol. It is assumed that the determination of the type of small winning symbol is also performed using the random number of the winning symbol type, similar to the determination of the type of the jackpot symbol.

3-2-3. Reach Judgment Reach judgment is used to determine whether or not to generate a reach in the special figure variation effect described later, in accordance with the reach judgment table as shown in FIG. 12 (C) when the result of the jackpot judgment is a loss. It is a judgment.

The reach determination table is associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state). That is, the reach determination table includes a reach determination table used in a non-time saving state (non-time saving reach determination table) and a reach determination table used in a time saving state (time saving reach determination table). Note that the reach determination table does not need to be divided for each gaming state.

In each reach determination table, the reach random number determination value (reach random value) is assigned to the reach determination results of "reach exists (reach occurs)" and "reach does not occur (reach does not occur)" . Therefore, the pachinko game machine PY1 determines whether there is a reach or not (whether or not to generate a reach) by determining the obtained reach random number according to the reach determination table. As shown in FIG. 12(C), the number of reach random values for which it is determined that there is a "reach" (reach occurs) is different between the non-time-saving reach determination table and the time-saving reach determination table. Note that the probability of determining that there is a reach can be changed as appropriate. In the following, "with reach" (which causes reach), which is performed on the premise that the result of the jackpot determination is "loss", is referred to as "reach with reach", and "without reach (which does not cause reach)". This is sometimes referred to as a "no-reach loss."

3-2-4. Special pattern fluctuation pattern determination To judge the special pattern fluctuation pattern, use the special pattern fluctuation pattern determination table (special pattern fluctuation pattern determination table) shown in FIGS. This is a determination to determine the figure fluctuation pattern), and is performed whether the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot or a loss. The special figure variation pattern is identification information for identifying predetermined matters regarding the special figure variation time and the production flow (production content) of the special figure variation production described later. In addition, the special figure fluctuation pattern includes identification information regarding the result of jackpot determination and the result of reach determination, in addition to the special figure fluctuation time and the production flow (performance content) of the special symbol variation performance. The identification information included in the special figure fluctuation pattern can be changed as appropriate. Further, as the special figure variation pattern, it is possible to use a plurality of types of special figure variation patterns each having different identification information, and the number thereof can be changed as appropriate.

The special pattern variation pattern determination table is the type of special symbol that displays a variable display that is subject to judgment (special pattern 1/special pattern 2), in other words, the starting opening where the winning that is the cause of the special pattern variation pattern determination is made. (first starting port 11/second starting port 12). That is, the special figure variation pattern judgment table includes a special figure variation pattern judgment table (special figure 1 variation pattern judgment table: Figure 13) used when performing the variable display of special figure 1, and a variable display of special figure 2. There is a special figure variation pattern determination table (special figure 2 variation pattern determination table: FIG. 14) used when performing this. Note that the special symbol variation pattern determination table does not need to be divided according to the type of special symbol (special symbol 1/special symbol 2).

Each special figure fluctuation pattern determination table is also associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state). That is, the special figure 1 variation pattern judgment table includes a special figure 1 variation pattern judgment table used in the non-time saving state (non-time saving special figure 1 variation pattern judgment table), and a special figure 1 variation pattern judgment table used in the time saving state. There is a 1 variation pattern determination table (time saving special figure 1 variation pattern determination table). On the other hand, regarding the special figure 2 variation pattern judgment table, there is also a special figure 2 variation pattern judgment table used in the non-time saving state (special figure 2 variation pattern judgment table for non-time saving) and a special figure 2 variation pattern judgment table used in the time saving state. There is a special figure 2 variation pattern determination table (time-saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table). Note that the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table does not need to be divided for each gaming state.

In addition, each special figure fluctuation pattern determination table associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state) is further associated with the jackpot determination result and the reach determination result. That is, the non-time-saving special figure 1 variation pattern determination table and the non-time-saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table include one for a jackpot, one for a loss with a reach, and one for a loss without a reach. Similarly, the time-saving special figure 1 variation pattern determination table and the time-saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table each include one for jackpot, one for loss with reach, and one for loss without reach. In addition, it is not necessary to divide the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table according to the jackpot determination result or the reach determination result.

Furthermore, each special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table for no reach loss is also associated with the number of reserved special figures. For example, there is a special pattern 1 fluctuation pattern judgment table for no-reach loss that is used when the number of reserved special symbols 1 (U1) is 0 to 2, and a table that is used when the number of reserved special symbols 1 (U1) is 3 to 4. There is a special figure 1 variation pattern determination table for no-reach misses. In addition, each special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table for no-reach losing is also associated with the number of reserved special figures. Specifically, there is a special pattern 2 fluctuation pattern judgment table for no-reach loss that is used when the number of special symbols 2 reserved (U2) is 0 to 2, and a table for determining special symbols 2 fluctuation patterns for no-reach misses when the number of reserved special symbols 2 (U2) is 3 to 4. There is a special figure 2 variation pattern determination table for no-reach misses that is used for. Note that the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table does not need to be divided according to the number of reserved special figures.

Then, variable display of the special figure of the special figure fluctuation time according to the special figure fluctuation pattern determined by each special figure fluctuation pattern judgment is performed on the special figure display 81. Then, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as a display result (result of the special symbol lottery) in the variable display of the special symbol, the next variable display of the special symbol is not immediately performed, and the jackpot game is subsequently executed. Ru.

Further, each special figure variation pattern is associated with a production flow of a special figure variation production as shown in the second column from the right in the table of FIGS. 13 to 14. Note that it is not necessary to associate the production flow of the special symbol variation performance with the special symbol variation pattern.

In addition, as shown in the rightmost column of the tables in Figures 13 and 14, the special pattern fluctuation pattern can be called by a name associated with the special pattern (jackpot determination result) and the production content of the special pattern fluctuation performance. be. For example, a special pattern variation pattern related to a jackpot is called a "jackpot variation," and a special pattern variation pattern related to a loss is called a "loss variation." Among the jackpot fluctuations, the special pattern fluctuation pattern in which SP reach, which is a type of reach, is performed is called "SP jackpot fluctuation", and the special pattern fluctuation pattern in which L reach is performed is "L jackpot fluctuation". A special pattern variation pattern in which the special pattern variation performance ends at N reach is called "N jackpot variation", and a special pattern variation pattern in which doubles are aligned as soon as the reach is established is called "immediate jackpot variation". To tell. On the other hand, a special pattern variation pattern in which SP reach, which is a type of reach, is performed in a loss with reach is called "SP loss variation", and a special pattern variation pattern in which L reach, which is a type of reach, is performed. is called "L loss variation", and the special symbol variation pattern where the special symbol variation effect ends with N reach, which is a type of reach, is called "N loss variation", and the special symbol variation pattern related to no reach loss is called "N loss variation". It is called "normal loss fluctuation." There are three types of normal loss fluctuations (normal A loss fluctuations, normal B loss fluctuations, and normal C loss fluctuations) with different variation times. In addition, a special symbol fluctuation pattern related to a no-reach loss, which has a shorter fluctuation time than a "normal loss fluctuation", is referred to as a "shortened loss fluctuation". There are two types of shortening loss fluctuations with different variation times (shortening A loss fluctuations and shortening B loss fluctuations). In addition, when SP jackpot and SP loss fluctuation are collectively referred to as SP fluctuation or SP reach fluctuation.

3-2-5. Pre-reading Judgment The pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs pre-reading judgment based on the acquired special figure related random number according to the pre-reading judgment table as shown in FIG. The look-ahead determination is performed before the jackpot determination (specifically, for example, when winning a prize in the starting slot). The look-ahead determination includes, for example, determining whether the special symbol random number is determined to be a jackpot in the jackpot determination, determining which jackpot symbol type the jackpot symbol type random number is determined to be in the jackpot symbol type determination, and determining whether the special symbol random number is determined to be a jackpot in the jackpot symbol type determination. There is a determination as to which special figure variation pattern the figure variation pattern random number is determined to be in the special figure variation pattern determination. The pre-reading determination table is associated with the type of starting opening (first starting opening 11/second starting opening 12) related to the starting winning prize. That is, the pre-reading determination table includes a pre-reading determination table when winning in the first starting opening 11 (first reading determining table) and a pre-reading determining table when winning in the second starting opening 12 (second pre-reading determination table). There is. Since the first starting port 11 is the starting port that triggers the lottery of the special drawing 1, the first pre-reading determination table can also be called the special drawing 1 pre-reading determination table. Further, since the second starting port 12 is the starting port that triggers the lottery of the special figure 2, the second pre-reading determination table can also be referred to as the special pattern 2 pre-reading determination table. Note that the pre-reading determination table does not need to be divided according to the type of starting port (first starting port 11/second starting port 12). In addition, a starting prize is a winning in the starting opening.

Further, the pre-reading determination table is also associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state). That is, the look-ahead determination table includes a look-ahead decision table used in a non-time-saving state (a look-ahead decision table for non-time savings) and a look-ahead decision table used in a time-saving state (a look-ahead decision table for time savings). .

In other words, the look-ahead determination table includes a first look-ahead decision table used in a non-time-saving state, a first look-ahead decision table used in a time-saving state, and a second look-ahead decision table used in a non-time save state. and a second look-ahead determination table used in the time saving state. Note that the pre-reading determination table does not need to be divided for each gaming state. Moreover, what kind of determination is included in the prefetch determination can be changed as appropriate.

3-3. Jackpot Game Next, the jackpot game will be explained. A jackpot game consists of multiple round games involving the opening and closing of the jackpot (first jackpot 14 or second jackpot 15), and a round game from the start of the jackpot until the start of the first round. It includes an opening (also written as OP) and an ending (also written as ED) from the end of the final round game until the end of the jackpot game. Each round game starts with the end of the opening or the end of the previous round game, and ends with the start of the next round game or the start of the ending. Furthermore, it is possible to not provide OP and ED. Note that hereinafter, a predetermined number of round games (in a predetermined order) will be simply referred to as a "round." For example, the first round game is called "1 round (1R)," and the 10th round game is called "10 rounds (10R)."

The elements constituting such a jackpot game (jackpot game constituent elements) include the number of round games, the number of openings of the jackpot opening (first jackpot 14, second jackpot 15) in each round game, It includes the type and opening time of each grand prize opening to be opened, the time to be closed until the next opening (closing time or interval time), the opening time (opening time), and the ending time (ending time). There is. After the special symbols are stopped and displayed, the pachinko game machine PY1 controls the jackpot game according to the jackpot game control table as shown in FIG.

As shown in FIG. 16, the jackpot game control table stores jackpot game components for each jackpot game (for example, jackpot games A to C). In each jackpot game, from 1R to 15R is a round game in which the first big winning hole 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds, or a round game in which the first big winning hole 14 is opened for a maximum of 0.1 seconds. , is carried out. In 16R (final round), a round game in which the second grand prize opening 15 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds, or a round game in which the second grand prize opening 15 is opened for a maximum of 0.1 seconds is played. It will be done. In addition, in each round game, when a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are detected by the big winning hole sensors 14a, 15a, the maximum opening time of the big winning holes 14, 15 has not elapsed. However, the round game ends.

The jackpot game A shown in FIG. 16 is executed when the type of the winning jackpot symbol is the jackpot symbol A (see FIG. 12(B)), and the jackpot game B is executed when the type of the winning jackpot symbol is the jackpot symbol. B, and the jackpot game C can be executed when the type of the winning jackpot symbol is jackpot symbol C.

Further, the number of times and time for each jackpot game component can be changed as appropriate. Further, the jackpot game can be played using both the first big winning hole 14 and the second big winning hole 15, or only one of them. In the case of a configuration in which only jackpot games are played using only the first jackpot 14, or a configuration in which only jackpot games are played using only the second jackpot 15, the unused jackpot is not provided. You can also use it as Further, the number of types of jackpot games that can be executed may be plural or one type.

Here, the specific area 16 will be explained in detail. The specific area 16 has a closed state in which prizes cannot be won and an open state in which prizes can be won by the distribution member 16k, so the operating mode of the distribution member 16k can be said to be the opening and closing mode of the specific area 16. In the following, the operating mode of the distribution member 16k will also be referred to as the "opening/closing mode of the specific area 16." Furthermore, the state in which the specific region 16 is in the open state is also referred to as "V-open", and the state in which the specific region 16 is in the closed state is also referred to as "V-closed".

The distribution member 16k is controlled in a constant operating manner (that is, the specific area 16 is controlled in a constant opening/closing manner). For example, the distribution solenoid 16s is energized for 15 seconds after the opening of the second big prize opening 15 starts, and the distribution member 16k is controlled to the second state (FIG. 3(B)). Therefore, in a round game in which the second big prize opening 15 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds, the opening time and timing of the second big prize opening 15, the time period and time during which the distribution member 16k is controlled in the second state. From the relationship with the timing, it is easy for the game ball to pass through the specific area 16 (to cause the game ball to enter the specific area 16). On the other hand, in a round game in which the second big prize opening 15 is opened for a maximum of 0.1 seconds, the opening time and timing of the second big prize opening 15, and the time and timing during which the distribution member 16k is controlled to the second state. Due to the relationship with timing, it is almost impossible (difficult) for the game ball to pass through the specific area 16 (to cause the game ball to enter the specific area 16). In this way, the combination of the fixed operation mode of the distribution member 16k (the fixed opening/closing mode of the specific area 16) and the opening/closing mode of the second big prize opening 15 in the jackpot game allows the game ball to be moved to the specific area in the jackpot game. It is possible to set the difficulty (ease) of entering 16. Note that the operating mode of the distribution member 16k can be changed as appropriate. When a different operating mode is shown in the description of "Characteristics of Pachinko gaming machine PY1" to be described later, it is assumed that this operating mode is adopted in Pachinko gaming machine PY1.

In addition, during the jackpot game, the VAT opening/closing member 15k and the distribution member 16k are set in the first opening pattern (V long opening pattern) that allows the game ball to easily pass through the specific area 16 (hereinafter also referred to as "V passage"). The activated jackpot is called a "V long jackpot", and the VAT opening/closing member 15k and the distribution member 16k operate in a second opening pattern (V short opening pattern) in which it is impossible or difficult for the game ball to pass through the specific area 16. A jackpot is called a "V short jackpot."

3-4. Game State Next, the game state will be explained. As shown in FIG. 17, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has "low probability low base gaming state", "low probability high base gaming state", "high probability low base gaming state", "high probability high base gaming state", and " It is possible to set the game state to any one of the "jackpot game state". In addition, "low probability low base gaming state" is referred to as "low probability low base state", "low probability high base gaming state" is referred to as "low probability high base state", and "high probability low base gaming state" is referred to as "high probability". The "low base state" and the "high probability high base gaming state" are sometimes abbreviated as the "high probability high base state," respectively. The gaming states include a state related to the probability of being determined to be a "big hit" in the jackpot determination, and a state related to the ease of opening the electric chew 12D. The former includes a normal probability state and a high probability state. On the other hand, the latter includes a non-time saving state and a time saving state.

The normal probability state is set in the "low probability low base gaming state" or the "low probability high base gaming state" and is a state in which the probability of being determined to be a jackpot in the jackpot determination is the normal probability. The high probability state is set in the "high probability low base gaming state" or the "high probability high base gaming state", and is a state in which the probability of being determined to be a jackpot in the jackpot determination is higher than the normal probability. Therefore, it can be said that the high probability state is a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal probability state. When the pachinko game machine PY1 is powered on for the first time, a normal probability state is set. Then, by winning the jackpot, it becomes possible to switch from the normal probability state to the high probability state. For example, in a jackpot game, when the game ball passes through the specific area 16, it is possible to switch to a high probability state. It is also possible to switch to a high probability state depending on the type of jackpot symbol. It is assumed that whether the trigger for switching to the high probability state is V passing or the type of jackpot symbol is determined in advance depending on the desired gameplay. In the high probability state, it is possible to switch from the high probability state to the normal probability state by performing a predetermined number of jackpot determinations without winning a jackpot or by winning the next jackpot.

The non-time saving state is set in a "low probability low base gaming state", "high probability low base gaming state" or "jackpot gaming state". The time saving state is set in the "low probability high base gaming state" or the "high probability high base gaming state", and is a gaming state in which the opening time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game is likely to be longer than in the non-time saving state. It is. For example, in the time saving state, the opening time of the electric chew 12D is longer (for example, 3.0 seconds) than the opening time (for example, 0.08 seconds) of the electric chew 12D in the non-time saving state. In addition, in the time-saving state, the special pattern fluctuation pattern determination is performed according to the special pattern fluctuation pattern determination table that is determined so that special pattern fluctuation patterns with short special symbol fluctuation times are selected more often than in the non-time-saving state. (See Figures 13-14). As a result, in the time-saving state, the pace at which the reserved special drawings are consumed becomes faster, and effective winnings in the starting opening (winnings that can be stored as reserved special drawings) are more likely to occur. Therefore, players can aim for a jackpot while the game progresses smoothly.

Further, in the time saving state, the normal pattern fluctuation time tends to be shorter than in the non-time saving state. For example, in the time saving state, a regular pattern fluctuation time (5 seconds) is determined which is shorter than the regular pattern fluctuation time (30 seconds) determined in the non-time saving state (FIG. 11(B)). Therefore, in the short time state, the number of times the regular lottery is executed per unit time is greater.

Also, in the time-saving state, it is easier to be determined to be a hit in the hit determination than in the non-time-saving state. For example, in the time-saving state, a win is determined with a higher probability (for example, 59936/65536) than in the non-time-saving state (for example, 6600/65536) (FIG. 11(A)). Therefore, in the time saving state, the number of times that a hit is determined to be a hit per unit time is greater.

In this way, in the time-saving state, the opening time of the electric chew 12D per unit time is longer than in the non-time-saving state, making it easier for game balls to enter the second starting port 12 frequently. As a result, the base, which is the ratio of the number of prize balls to the number of fired balls, increases. Therefore, in a time-saving state where the base is high, it is possible to aim for a jackpot without significantly reducing the number of game balls in possession. Therefore, it can be said that the time-saving state is a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the non-time-saving state.

When the pachinko game machine PY1 is powered on for the first time, a non-time saving state is set. For example, by winning a jackpot, a time saving state can be set. In the time-saving state, it is possible to change from the time-saving state to a non-time-saving state by performing jackpot determination a predetermined number of times without winning a jackpot, or by winning the next jackpot.

In addition, in the time saving state, compared to the non-time saving state, it is easier to win a prize, the normal pattern fluctuation time is more likely to be shortened, and the opening time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game is more likely to be longer. In other words, three points are set to be advantageous to the player regarding the game related to the common map. However, only some of these points may be set advantageously for this player. Moreover, the special figure variation pattern determination table in the time saving state does not have to be such that a special figure variation pattern with a short special figure variation time is more easily selected than that in the non-time saving state.

The gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 after it is powered on for the first time is a "low probability low base gaming state" in which a normal probability state and a non-time saving state are set. This gaming state is also referred to as a "normal gaming state." In addition, in the "jackpot game state", the general drawing lottery (win determination regarding general drawings) is carried out, but the special drawing lottery (jackpot judgment) is not performed, so the non-time saving state is set with the start of the jackpot game. Ru. Furthermore, regarding the gaming states, it is possible to use all or only some of the gaming states described above. Further, the various gaming states described in this specification can be arbitrarily expressed in the form of "nth gaming state" (n is an integer of 1 or more). In addition, a low probability low base gaming state (low probability low base state) is a low probability non-time saving state, a low probability high base gaming state (low probability high base state) is a low probability time saving state, a high probability low base gaming state (high probability The low base state) can be called a high probability non-time saving state, and the high probability high base gaming state (high probability high base state) can be called a high probability time saving state.

4. Main performances performed by the gaming machine Next, the main performances performed by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained using FIGS. 18 to 24.

4-1. Production Mode First, the production mode will be explained. The production mode is a division of production (or a superordinate attribute). The pachinko game machine PY1 can set a customer waiting performance mode, a normal performance mode, a variable probability performance mode, a time-saving performance mode, and a jackpot performance mode as performance modes.

In the customer waiting production mode, special symbol fluctuation production is performed in "low probability low base gaming state", "low probability high base gaming state", "high probability low base gaming state" and "high probability high base gaming state". This is a production mode that can be set when there is no special figure variation production and indicates that it is in a standby state where no special symbol variation production is performed. The customer waiting performance is performed when the customer waiting performance mode is set. In the customer waiting performance, for example, as shown in FIG. 18 (A-1), a customer waiting demonstration video G100 introducing the pachinko game machine PY1 is displayed on the display section 50a. Furthermore, when the normal button 40 is operated while the customer waiting demonstration video G100 is displayed, as shown in FIG. is displayed. Settings related to effects include volume settings for sounds output from the speaker 52, brightness settings for the display section 50a, and frequency settings for effects to be performed.

The normal performance mode can be set when a special symbol variation performance is being performed in the "low probability low base game state" or the "high probability low base game state", and is a performance mode that indicates a non-time saving state. be. The normal presentation mode includes, for example, a first normal presentation mode in which a background image representing a daytime mountain scene (daytime normal background image G102) is displayed on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 18 (B-1). 18(B-2), a second normal effect mode in which a background image representing an evening mountain scene (evening normal background image G103) is displayed on the display unit 50a; -3) As shown in 3), there is a third normal performance mode in which a background image representing a mountain scenery at night (normal nighttime background image G104) is displayed on the display section 50a. It can be switched on the condition that the special figure variation effect is performed once or multiple times. Further, each of the first to third normal performance modes includes a normal first stage performance mode before the reach is established in the special symbol variation performance, and a normal second stage performance mode after the reach is established. In the normal first stage production mode, any one of the daytime normal background image G102, the evening normal background image G103, and the nighttime normal background image G104 is displayed on the display section 50a, but in the normal second stage production mode, depending on the type of reach A dedicated background image will be displayed. Furthermore, a special performance mode that is set only in the "high probability low base game state" may be provided.

The probability variable production mode is a production mode that can be set when a special symbol variation production is performed in the "high probability high base game state", and is a production mode that indicates a high probability state and a time saving state. In the probability variation production mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 18 (B-4), a background image representing the universe (probability variation background image G105) is displayed on the display section 50a. Further, the probability variable performance mode includes a probability variable first stage performance mode before the reach is established in the special symbol fluctuation performance, and a probability variable second stage performance mode after the reach is established. In the probability variable first-stage production mode, the probability variation background image G105 is displayed on the display unit 50a, but in the probability variation second-stage production mode, a dedicated background image according to the type of reach is displayed.

The time-saving performance mode is a performance mode that can be set when the special symbol variation performance is performed in the "low probability high base game state", and is a performance mode that indicates the normal probability state and the time-saving state. In the time-saving effect mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 18 (B-5), a background image representing the sky (time-saving background image G106) is displayed on the display section 50a. Furthermore, the time-saving performance mode includes a time-saving first stage performance mode before the reach is established in the special symbol variation performance, and a time-saving second stage performance mode after the reach is established. In the time-saving first performance mode, the time-saving background image G106 is displayed on the display section 50a, but in the time-saving second stage performance mode, a dedicated background image according to the type of reach is displayed.

The jackpot production mode is a production mode that can be set when a jackpot game is being played in the "jackpot game state", and is a production mode that indicates that a jackpot game is being played. In the jackpot production mode, for example, during the opening of a jackpot game, as shown in FIG. A jackpot opening performance in which the winning image G108 is displayed is performed. During a round in a jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 18 (C-2), a round image G109 indicating the number of rounds and a prize ball number image G110 indicating the number of prize balls paid out are displayed on the display unit 50a. A round performance will be held. During the ending of the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 18 (C-3), the display section 50a displays an ending image G111 that suggests the performance mode to be set after the jackpot game and the total number of prize balls that have been paid out. A jackpot ending effect is performed in which the total prize ball count image G112 is displayed.

Note that the types of production modes can be changed or added as appropriate.

4-2. Special Figure Variation Effect Next, the special figure variation effect (also simply referred to as "variation effect") will be explained. When the variable display of the special pattern starts, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays the special pattern variation pattern related to the variable display of the special pattern and the special pattern lottery result (jackpot determination result, jackpot symbol type determination result, reach determination result, and A special figure variation effect is executed based on the special figure variation pattern determination result). In the special figure variation performance (an example of the notification performance), a variation display of performance symbols is performed on the display section 50a in a manner superimposed on a predetermined background image. In the fluctuating display of performance symbols, the performance symbols change and then stop. That is, after the special symbol fluctuation time and the variable display of the performance symbols are performed, the fluctuations are stopped and the static display of the performance symbols is performed. Then, the result of the special drawing lottery is announced by the stop display of the performance symbols.

In addition, in the special figure variation production, in addition to the variable display of production symbols, various displays such as the image display device 50, speaker 52, frame lamp 53, board lamp 54, movable devices 55, 56, 58, normal button 40, special button 41, etc. It is possible to perform other performances using similar performance equipment. In this case, even after the performance symbols are stopped and displayed, it is possible to continue performing other performances.

4-2-1. Effect pattern display area As shown in FIG. 19(A), the display part 50a of the image display device 50 has left effects on the left side, center, and right side of the display area 50a, which is divided approximately equally into three parts in the horizontal direction. It is possible to provide a symbol area 50b1, a middle performance symbol area 50b2, and a right performance symbol area 50b3. The left performance symbol area 50b1 is an area where the left performance symbol EZ1 is displayed when the performance symbol is stopped and displayed in the special symbol variation performance. Similarly, the middle performance symbol area 50b2 and the right performance symbol region 50b3 are areas for displaying the middle performance symbol EZ2 and the right performance symbol EZ3.

Further, as shown in FIG. 19(A), it is possible to provide a small pattern area 50c in one section of the left end (upper left corner) of the upper end of the display section 50a. The small symbol area 50c is an area where the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are variably displayed when the special symbol is variably displayed.

In addition, in FIG. 19(A), the left presentation pattern area 50b1, the middle presentation pattern area 50b2, the right presentation pattern area 50b3, and the small pattern area 50c are clearly indicated by two-dot chain lines, but this is the left presentation pattern area 50b1. , the middle effect pattern area 50b2, the right effect pattern area 50b3, and the small pattern area 50c are described to represent the range, and are not actually displayed. Further, the range of each area can be changed as appropriate. In addition, not only the effect patterns EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 (left effect pattern EZ1, middle effect pattern EZ2, right effect pattern EZ3) but also the small patterns KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are the patterns displayed on the display section 50a for effect. Therefore, it is an example of a "performance pattern."

4-2-2. Normal variation Pachinko gaming machine PY1 can first perform normal variation in the special figure variation performance. The normal variation functions as an effect that suggests that the variable display of the special figure has started.

When the variable display of the special symbols starts, for example, as shown in FIG. 19(A), the left effect pattern EZ1, the middle effect pattern EZ2, and the right effect pattern EZ3 are stopped and displayed on the display section 50a, and From the state where the small left pattern KZ1, the small medium pattern KZ2, and the small right pattern KZ3 are stopped and displayed, the variable display of the special pattern is not performed, and the variable display of the special pattern is waiting, as shown in FIG. 19(B) As shown in FIG. 2, with the start of the process, variable display of performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 is started, and variable display of small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 is also started. Then, when the special symbol variation pattern of the variable display of this special symbol is, for example, "normal loss variation", the left production symbol EZ1 and the right production symbol EZ3 are different, as shown in FIG. 19 (C-1). After a temporary stop in the stop mode, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a stop mode (so-called loose eye) that suggests a loss, as shown in FIG. 19(D). At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stopping manner that suggests a loss. On the other hand, if the special symbol variation pattern of the variable display of the special symbol is a special symbol variation pattern with a reach, such as "N loss variation", as shown in FIG. 19 (C-2), the left effect symbol EZ1 and the right production symbol EZ3 temporarily stop in the same stopping manner, and a reach is established. In detail, first, the left performance symbol EZ1 stops at a certain symbol (for example, 5 symbols), then the right performance symbol EZ3 stops at the same symbol (5 symbols) as the left performance symbol EZ1, and a reach is established. At this time, the variable display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 is continued, and a reach effect according to the special pattern variation pattern is performed. Note that the stopping order and stopping manner of the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 can be changed as appropriate.

4-2-3. N-Reach Pachinko gaming machine PY1 is capable of performing N-Reach when a reach is established in the normal variation. N reach is a performance that suggests that the result of the jackpot determination may be a "jackpot", and functions as a performance to make the player expect a jackpot.

In N reach, as shown in FIG. 20(A), the state in which reach is established is maintained for a predetermined period of time (for example, 10 seconds), and as shown in FIG. 20(B), the fluctuation speed of the medium effect symbol EZ2 gradually changes. It slows down. If the special pattern fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special drawing is, for example, "N loss fluctuation", as shown in FIG. Symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stopping manner that suggests a loss. On the other hand, if the special pattern fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special pattern is, for example, "N jackpot fluctuation", the game will stop in a stopping manner (so-called double) that suggests a jackpot, as shown in Figure 20 (C-2). indicate. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stopping manner that suggests a jackpot. In addition, the performance content of N reach is not limited to the gradual deceleration of the medium performance symbol EZ2, but can be changed or added as appropriate.

In addition, regarding the stopping patterns of the production patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 that suggest a loss, the winning pattern when a reach is not established is referred to as a "non-reach winning pattern" or "non-reach losing pattern," and the winning pattern when a reach is achieved is called a ``non-reaching pattern''. They are called "Reach Barake" or "Reach Loss". How to combine the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 that make up the non-reachable numbers (for example, "2, 3, 1" or "5, 8, 6", etc.), and the The effect control microcomputer 121 selects the combination of effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 (for example, "2.1.2" or "5.4.5"). Also, how to combine the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 that make up the stopping pattern (double) that suggests a jackpot (for example, "2, 2, 2" or "7, 7, 7", etc.) is selected by the performance control microcomputer 121 based on the type of the winning jackpot symbol.

4-2-4. SP Reach Pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform SP Reach after N Reach. The SP reach is a performance that suggests that the possibility that the result of the jackpot determination is a "big win" is higher than the N reach, and functions as a performance to make the player expect a jackpot.

In SP reach, after N reach, for example, as shown in FIG. An image (SP reach start title image) G1 representing that reach has started is displayed. After that, as shown in FIG. 21(B), an SP reach-only performance (for example, a battle performance) is performed. Then, when the final phase of the SP reach-only performance is reached, if the special pattern variation pattern of the variable display of the special symbol is, for example, "SP jackpot variation", the display section At 50a, a production that suggests a jackpot is performed (for example, a display in which the main character (one of the ally characters) wins the battle and stands proud), and the production patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped to suggest a jackpot. (so-called double eye) is stopped and displayed. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stopping manner that suggests a jackpot. On the other hand, if the special pattern variation pattern of the variable display of the special pattern is, for example, "SP loss variation", as shown in Figure 21 (C-2), an effect that suggests a loss (for example, an enemy character enters the battle At the same time, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a stopped manner (so-called "break-up") indicating a loss. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stopping manner that suggests a loss. Note that the contents of the SP reach performance can be changed or added as appropriate.

Here, the possibility that the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 for each reach will be stopped in a manner indicating a jackpot (jackpot expectation level) will be explained in detail. The jackpot expectation level for each reach is determined by the execution probability based on the jackpot determination result. For example, the execution probability of a variation that ends in N reach is set to 10% if the result of the jackpot determination is "Lose", and 50% if the result of the jackpot determination is "Jackpot", and the probability of execution of a variation that develops into SP reach is set to 50% if the result of the jackpot determination is "Lose". If the execution probability is 4% when the result of the jackpot judgment is "Lose" and 50% when the result of the jackpot judgment is "Jackpot", the jackpot expectation of SP reach is It is possible to set it higher than the jackpot expectation level. In addition, SP Reach A and SP Reach B are made executable as SP Reach, and the execution probability of SP Reach A is set to 2% if the jackpot determination result is a "loss", and the execution probability of SP Reach A is set to 2% when the jackpot determination result is a "jackpot hit". If the execution probability of SP Reach B is 2% if the result of the jackpot determination is "Lose", and 20% if the result of the jackpot determination is "Jackpot", then It is possible to set the jackpot expectation level of SP Reach A higher than the jackpot expectation level of SP Reach B. In this way, by appropriately setting the execution probability according to the result of the jackpot determination, it is possible to set the jackpot expectation level.

4-2-5. L Reach Pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform L Reach after N Reach. L reach is a production that suggests that the probability that the lottery result of the special drawing lottery is a "big hit" is lower than SP reach, but higher than N reach, and is a production that makes players expect a jackpot. functions as Note that the execution time of the L reach effect is shorter than the execution time of the SP reach effect (FIGS. 13 and 14). Therefore, in the reach effect of L reach, for example, a shorter video than the reach effect of SP reach is displayed on the display unit 50a. Note that the content of the L reach effect can be changed as appropriate. Further, a special symbol variation pattern may be provided in which the SP reach effect is progressively executed after the L reach effect.

4-3. Pending Icon Display Area As shown in FIG. 22(A), the display unit 50a of the image display device 50 can be provided with a pending icon display area 50d consisting of four display areas. The reservation icon display area 50d is composed of a first display area 50d1, a second display area 50d2, a third display area 50d3, and a fourth display area 50d4. It is possible to display the hold icon HA in the display areas 50d1, 50d2, 50d3, and 50d4. For example, when the number of reserved special figures 1 is "1", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1, and when the number of reserved special figures 1 is "2", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1 and A hold icon HA is displayed in the second display area 50d2.

Further, as shown in FIG. 22(A), an icon display area 50e consisting of one display area can be provided near the pending icon display area 50d. The icon display area 50e can display the same icon TA (also referred to as the pending icon TA) that is the same as the pending icon HA in response to the start of the special figure variation effect. Note that an icon different from the pending icon HA may be displayed as the icon TA.

Note that the number of display areas constituting the pending icon display area 50d can be changed as appropriate. Further, the reservation icon display area 50d can be used as a display area that displays both the number of special drawings 1 and the number of reserved special drawings 2, or can be used as a display area that displays only one of them. Further, it is also possible to have a configuration in which the reserved icon display area 50d is provided but not the icon display area 50e, or a configuration in which both are not provided.

4-3-1. Hold Performance Pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform hold performance in response to a game ball entering the first starting slot 11 or the second starting slot 12. The reservation performance can notify the player of the number of special symbols 1 or 2 reserved.

In the hold effect, when the game ball enters the first starting slot 11 when the special figure 1 hold count is "0", the special figure fluctuation effect is started, and for example, as shown in FIG. 22(B), the icon The icon TA is displayed in the display area 50e. Then, when two more game balls enter the first starting slot 11 during the special figure variation performance, as shown in FIG. 22(C), the first display area 50d1 and the second display area of the reserved icon display area 50d A hold icon HA is displayed at 50d2, and the player is informed that the special figure 1 hold count is "2". After that, when the special figure variation effect is finished and a new special figure variation effect is started, as shown in FIG. 22(D), the hold icon displayed in the first display area 50d1 of the hold icon display area 50d HA moves to the icon display area 50e and is displayed as the icon TA, and the hold icon HA that was displayed in the second display area 50d2 of the hold icon display area 50d moves to the first display area 50d1 and is displayed. Then, the player is informed that the special figure 1 pending number is "1".

4-4. Preview Performance The pachinko game machine PY1 can perform a preview performance at any timing during the special figure variation performance. The preview performance is a performance using the image display device 50, speaker 52, frame lamp 53, board lamp 54, movable devices 55, 56, 58, input devices (normal button 40, special button 41), etc. It is possible to suggest the results and the results of special figure fluctuation pattern determination.

4-4-1. Movable Body Performance The pachinko game machine PY1 is capable of performing a movable body performance using the movable devices 55, 56, and 58 as a preview performance. The movable body performance is a performance that operates the movable devices 55, 56, and 58, and functions as a performance to make the player expect a big win.

In the movable object performance, for example, when N reach progresses to SP reach, as shown in FIG. It is suggested that the lower movable body 56k moves so as to overlap the display part 50a, and develops into SP reach. At this time, the effect image is displayed in a space of the display section 50a that does not overlap with the above-board movable body 55k and the below-board movable body 56k. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 23(B), the above-board movable body 55k and the below-board movable body 56k return to the normal standby state (initial position) and develop into SP reach. This movable body performance is an example of an advanced performance. Note that the movable body performance is not limited to suggesting the development of SP reach, and can be changed or added as appropriate. Further, the operation contents of the movable device in the movable body performance can be changed or added as appropriate. Further, the movable device operated in the movable object performance can be changed as appropriate. Furthermore, when the performance does not develop (for example, in the case of N loss fluctuation), it is also possible to perform a movable body performance as a so-called fake performance. The movable body performance is also referred to as a movable body drive performance.

4-4-2. Operation performance The pachinko game machine PY1 can perform an operation performance using the normal button 40 and special button 41 as a preview performance. The operation performance is a performance that causes the player to operate the normal button 40 or the special button 41, and functions as a performance to make the player expect a jackpot.

In the operation performance, for example, in SP reach, a period (operation validity period) occurs during which the pressing operation of the input device (special button 41) is valid, and with the occurrence of this operation validity period, the operation as shown in FIG. 24(A) occurs. An effect (operation promotion effect) is performed to prompt the user to operate the special button 41. In the operation promotion performance, an operation promotion image G30 is displayed on the display section 50a. The operation promotion image G30 includes an image imitating the special button 41 (special button image G31), an image (operation method instruction image G32) representing the operation method of the special button 41 (i.e., pressing operation), and the remaining operation validity period. An image representing time (validity period image G33). Note that the valid period image G33 is composed of a generally curved progress bar, and changes as time passes so that the player can easily understand the remaining time of the valid operation period. Thereafter, in response to the special button 41 being pressed during the valid operation period, or after the valid operation period has elapsed without any special button 41 being operated during the valid operation period, as shown in FIG. 24(B), Then, the on-board movable device 55 is activated, and the on-board movable body 55k moves so as to overlap the display section 50a, indicating the expectation of a jackpot. Note that the operation performance is not limited to the operation of the on-board movable device 55, and can be changed or added as appropriate. Furthermore, an operation promotion performance that prompts the user to operate an operation means (operation unit) such as the special button 41 or the normal button 40 is also referred to as an operation instruction performance.

4-4-3. Pre-read performance The pachinko gaming machine PY1 is capable of performing a pre-read performance for the special figure 1 hold or the special figure 2 hold for which the special figure lottery has not been performed, as a preview effect. The pre-reading performance functions as a performance for suggesting in advance the lottery result of the special symbol lottery for the special symbol 1 reservation or the special symbol 2 reservation.

In the look-ahead effect, for example, if the result of the look-ahead determination for special drawing 1 hold is "jackpot", the hold icon HA, which is normally displayed as ``〇'', in the hold icon display area 50d, as shown in FIG. 22(C). may be displayed as "☆". Further, when the result of the pre-reading determination is "lost", the hold icon HA may be displayed as "☆" as a so-called fake effect. In this way, the pending icon HA and the icon TA are displayed in a special mode (in this embodiment, for example, "☆", also referred to as a special display mode) instead of in a normal mode (in this embodiment, "〇", also referred to as a normal display mode). The look-ahead performance is called a pending change performance or a pending display change performance. Further, the hold icon HA and the icon TA are collectively referred to as a hold display or a predetermined icon. In this embodiment, the hold icon HA and the icon TA are displayed as the hold display, but a configuration may be adopted in which only the hold icon HA is displayed and the icon TA is not displayed. In addition, the timing for displaying a special mode of hold in the hold change performance may be when a starting prize that triggers the hold display occurs, or when the hold display is shifted (the display area of the hold icon HA is The special figure variation (so-called variation) corresponding to the pending display may be in progress (when displayed as the icon TA). Further, there may be a plurality of types of special modes of the hold display.

In addition, the pre-reading performance can be performed for both or one of the special figure 1 reservation and the special figure 2 reservation. Moreover, the prefetch effect is not limited to changing the display mode of the hold icon HA, but can be changed or added as appropriate. Examples of pre-read effects other than the pending change effect include so-called continuous notices.

5. Control of the game by the game control microcomputer 101 Next, the game control by the game control microcomputer 101 will be explained based on FIGS. 25 and 26. Note that counters, timers, buffers, etc. that appear in the game control by the game control microcomputer 101, which will be explained below, are provided in the game RAM 104.

[1. Main control main processing]
When the pachinko game machine PY1 is powered on, the game control microcomputer 101 provided in the main control board 100 reads out and executes the main control main processing program shown in FIG. 25 from the game ROM 103. As shown in the figure, in the main control main processing, first, power-on processing (S001) is performed. In the power-on process, permission settings for access to the gaming RAM 104, settings for the gaming CPU 102, settings for SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for managing interrupt time), etc. are performed.

In addition, in the power-on process (S001), the game control microcomputer 101 executes RAM clear when a signal based on the pressing operation to the RAM clear switch 191 is input. When RAM clearing is executed, gaming information (for example, information on gaming states such as high probability states, information on the number of reserved special drawings, jackpot determination results, etc.) stored in the gaming RAM 104 is erased. As a result, the gaming state is set to the normal gaming state (low probability low base state, low probability non time saving state). However, even if the RAM clear is executed, the information on the total number of award balls stored in the total number of award balls storage unit 107a, the information on the total number of fired balls stored in the total number of fired balls storage unit 107b, and the difference balls. The information on the difference in the number of balls stored in the number storage unit 107c is not cleared.

Following the power-on processing, interrupts are prohibited (S002), and normal symbol/special symbol main random number update processing (S003) is executed. In this normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S003), the counter values of the various random numbers shown in FIGS. 10(A) and 10(B) are updated by adding 1. When the counter value of each random number reaches the upper limit value, it returns to "0" and is added again. Note that the initial value of each random number counter may be a value other than "0" or may be changed randomly. Further, at least a portion of each random number may be a so-called hardware random number generated using a known random number generation circuit including a counter IC or the like.

When the normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S003) is completed, an interrupt is permitted (S004). While interrupts are enabled, main side timer interrupt processing (S005) can be executed. The main side timer interrupt process (S005) is executed based on an interrupt pulse that is repeatedly input to the gaming CPU 102 at a cycle of, for example, 4 msec. That is, the main side timer interrupt process (S005) is executed at a cycle of 4 msec. Then, after the main side timer interrupt process (S005) ends and until the next main side timer interrupt process (S005) starts, various changes are made by the normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S003). The process of updating the random number counter value is repeatedly executed. Note that if an interrupt pulse is input to the gaming CPU 102 while the interrupt is disabled, the main timer interrupt process (S005) is not started immediately, but is started after the interrupt is enabled (S004).

[2. Main side timer interrupt processing]
Next, the main side timer interrupt processing (S005) will be explained. As shown in FIG. 26, in the main side timer interrupt processing (S005), input processing (S102) is first executed. In the input process (S102), the game control microcomputer 101 takes in, for example, a detection signal from a lower tray full switch that detects whether the lower tray 35 is full, and stores it in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104 as lower tray full data.

The normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S103) performed next is the same as the normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S003) performed in the main control main process of FIG. That is, the updating process of the counter values of various random numbers shown in FIGS. 10(A) and 10(B) is performed during the execution period of the main side timer interrupt process (S005) and during the other period (main side timer interrupt process (S005)). After the completion of S005), the processing is performed both during the period until the next main-side timer interrupt processing (S005) is started.

Next to the normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S103), the game control microcomputer 101 performs a sensor detection process (S104), then performs a normal operation process (S105), and further performs a special operation process (S107). conduct. The sensor detection process, normal operation process, and special operation process will be described later.

Following the special operation process (S107), a sorting device control process (S108) for controlling the sorting device 16D is performed. Note that the distribution device 16D is operated when a special game using the second big prize winning device 15D is performed. However, the sorting device 16D may be operated in a constant manner from the time the power is turned on.

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 executes output processing (S112). In the output process (S112), the commands etc. set in the output buffer provided in the gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100 in each of the above processes are output to the sub control board 120, payout control board 170, etc.

Thereafter, the game control microcomputer 101 executes other processing (S113) and ends the main side timer interrupt processing (S005). Other processing (S113) includes power-off monitoring processing when the power is cut off, updating of a timer provided in the gaming RAM 104, and the like. Further, as other processing (S113), a payout control process for paying out prize balls to the player is performed. In the payout control process, a prize ball request signal is transmitted to the payout control board 170 in response to winning of game balls to each winning hole. That is, the payout control board 170 pays out prize balls based on the prize ball request signal.

Then, the gaming control microcomputer 101 repeatedly executes steps S002 to S004 of the main control main processing until the next interrupt pulse is input to the gaming CPU 102 (see FIG. 25). (after about 4 msec), the main side timer interrupt processing (S005) is executed again.

[2-1. Sensor detection processing]
In the sensor detection processing (S104), general winning hole sensor processing, gate sensor processing, second starting hole sensor processing, first starting hole sensor processing, first big winning hole sensor processing, second big winning hole sensor processing, specific area Sensor processing and discharge port sensor processing are performed sequentially. Then, the commands generated in each process are set in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104.

In the general winning hole sensor process, it is determined whether a game ball is detected by the general winning hole sensor 10a. In addition, a command for the general winning hole sensor is generated according to the result of the processing.

In the gate sensor process, it is determined whether a game ball is detected by the gate sensor 13a. When it is determined that a game ball has been detected, the normal symbol random number indicated by the counter value of the normal symbol random number counter is acquired, and the acquired normal symbol random number is stored in the regular symbol holding storage section 106 provided in the gaming RAM 104. . In addition, when a predetermined number (for example, 4) of normal symbol random numbers are stored in the common symbol reservation storage unit 106, the newly acquired normal symbol random number is not stored. Furthermore, a gate sensor command is generated according to the result of the processing.

In the second starting port sensor process, it is determined whether a game ball is detected by the second starting port sensor 12a. When it is determined that a game ball has been detected, a special pattern 2-related random number consisting of a special pattern random number counter, a jackpot pattern type random number counter, a reach random number counter, and a special pattern variation pattern random number counter is acquired, and the obtained special pattern 2-related random number is is stored in the special figure 2 reservation storage section 105b provided in the gaming RAM 104. The special figure 2 reservation storage unit 105b has a plurality of storage areas from the first area to the nth area (n is an integer of 2 or more, for example "4"), and the acquired special figure 2 related random number is The area is stored in order. In addition, when the special figure 2 related random numbers are stored up to the n-th area, the newly acquired special figure 2 related random numbers are not stored. Further, a second pre-reading determination is performed using the acquired special figure 2 related random number and the second pre-reading determination table. Also, depending on the result of the process, a special figure 2 pending number command representing the number of special figure 2 related random numbers (special figure 2 pending number) stored in the special figure 2 pending storage unit 105b and a second look-ahead judgment are executed. A second starting port sensor command including a second starting winning command representing the result is generated.

In the first starting port sensor process, it is determined whether a game ball is detected by the first starting port sensor 11a. When it is determined that a game ball has been detected, a special pattern 1-related random number consisting of a special pattern random number counter, a jackpot pattern type random number counter, a reach random number counter, and a special pattern variation pattern random number counter is acquired, and the obtained special pattern 1-related random number is is stored in the special figure 1 reservation storage section 105a provided in the gaming RAM 104. The special figure 1 reservation storage unit 105a has a plurality of storage areas from the first area to the nth area (n is an integer of 2 or more, for example "4"), and the acquired special figure 1 related random number is The area is stored in order. In addition, when the special figure 1 related random number is stored up to the n-th area, the newly acquired special figure 1 related random number is not stored. Moreover, the first pre-reading determination is performed using the acquired special figure 1 related random number and the first pre-reading determination table. In addition, according to the result of the process, a special figure 1 pending number command representing the number of special figure 1 related random numbers (special figure 1 pending number) stored in the special figure 1 pending storage unit 105a and a first look-ahead judgment are executed. A command for the first starting port sensor including a first starting winning command representing the result is generated.

In the first big winning hole sensor process, it is determined whether a game ball is detected by the first big winning hole sensor 14a. In addition, a command for the first big winning hole sensor is generated according to the result of the processing.

In the second big winning hole sensor process, it is determined whether a game ball is detected by the second big winning hole sensor 15a. In addition, a command for the second big winning hole sensor is generated according to the result of the processing.

In the specific area sensor process, it is determined whether a game ball is detected by the specific area sensor 16a. Further, a specific area sensor command is generated according to the result of the processing.

In the discharge port sensor process, it is determined whether or not a game ball is detected by the discharge port sensor.

[2-2. Normal operation processing]
In the normal operation process (S105), a normal symbol standby process, a normal symbol variation process, a normal symbol confirmation process, and an auxiliary game control process are sequentially performed. Then, the commands generated in each process are set in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104.

The normal symbol standby process is a process that is performed during standby when the variable display of the normal symbol and the auxiliary game are not being performed. In the normal symbol standby process, a hit determination is performed based on the normal symbol random number stored in the regular symbol reservation storage section 106. In addition, a normal pattern fluctuation pattern is determined based on the current gaming state to determine a normal pattern fluctuation pattern. Then, a normal pattern variation start command including information regarding the result of the hit determination and the normal pattern variation pattern is generated. Then, based on the general pattern fluctuation time associated with the determined general pattern fluctuation pattern, the general pattern display 82 starts variable display of the general pattern.

The normal symbol variation process is a process that is performed during the variable display of the normal symbol. In the ordinary symbol variation process, the ordinary symbol is stopped and displayed based on the hit determination result in response to the elapse of the ordinary symbol fluctuation time after the start of the variable display of the ordinary symbol that is being executed. Then, a general pattern variation stop command indicating the end of the variable display of the general pattern is generated.

The regular symbol confirmation process is a process that is performed when the regular symbol is stopped and displayed. In the normal symbol confirmation process, when a predetermined stop time (for example, 0.8 seconds) has elapsed since the stop display of the common symbol being executed starts, the common symbol that is being stopped and displayed is a winning symbol. Determine whether it exists or not. If the winning symbols are stopped and displayed, the auxiliary game is started based on the current game state and the auxiliary game control table, and an auxiliary game start command indicating the start of the auxiliary game is generated.

The auxiliary game control process is a process that is performed when an auxiliary game is being played. In the auxiliary game control process, the auxiliary game is controlled based on the current game state and the auxiliary game control table. In addition, a supplementary game control command is generated according to the result of the processing.

[2-3. Special operation processing]
In the special operation process (S107), a special symbol standby process, a special symbol variation process, a special symbol confirmation process, a jackpot game control process, and a game state setting process are sequentially performed. Then, the commands generated in each process are set in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104.

[2-3-1. Special symbol standby process]
The special symbol standby process is a process that is performed not in the jackpot game state but during standby when the special symbol is not variably displayed. In the special symbol standby process, special symbol 2 determination processing and special symbol 2 variation pattern determination processing are performed based on the special symbol 2 related random numbers stored in the special symbol 2 reservation storage section 105b, and the special symbol 2 reservation storage section Perform shift processing. Also, based on the special figure 1-related random numbers stored in the special figure 1 reservation storage section 105a, special figure 1 determination processing and special figure 1 variation pattern determination processing are performed, and special figure 1 reservation storage section shift processing is performed. .

In the special figure 2 judgment process, the special figure random number among the special figure 2 related random numbers stored in the first area of the special figure 2 reservation storage section 105b and the jackpot judgment table according to the current gaming state are used. , a jackpot determination is performed to determine whether it is a jackpot or a loss. If the result of jackpot determination is a jackpot, jackpot symbol type determination is performed to determine the type of jackpot symbol using the jackpot symbol type random number of the special symbol 2 related random numbers and the special symbol 2 jackpot symbol type determination table. . Then, a symbol designation command representing the determined jackpot symbol type is generated. Furthermore, if the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, a symbol designation command representing the loss is generated. In addition, a plurality of types of losses may be provided, and if the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, the type of the losing symbol may be determined. In this case, it is preferable that the symbol designation command includes information indicating the type of losing symbol.

The special figure 2 variation pattern determination process is a process performed after the special figure 2 determination process. In the special figure 2 variation pattern determination process, the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern random number of the special figure 2 related random numbers stored in the first area of the special figure 2 reservation storage section 105b and the special figure 2 according to the current gaming state are used. The special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is determined using the fluctuation pattern determination table. In the special figure 2 variation pattern determination process when the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, a reach determination is made, and the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is determined according to the result of the reach determination. Note that the determination of the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is also associated with the number of special figure 2 related random numbers (the number of special figure 2 reservations) stored in the special figure 2 reservation storage section 105b. Then, a special figure 2 variation start command representing the determined special figure 2 variation pattern is generated. The special figure 2 variation start command includes information related to the special figure 2, information related to the result of jackpot determination, information related to the result of jackpot symbol type determination, information related to the result of reach determination, and information associated with the special figure 2 variation pattern. Contains information such as special figure fluctuation time. Then, the special figure 2 display 81b starts variable display of the special figure 2 based on the special figure variation time associated with the determined special figure 2 variation pattern.

The special figure 2 reservation storage unit shift process is a process that is performed when the special figure 2 determination process and the special figure 2 variation pattern determination process are performed. In the special figure 2 reservation storage unit shift process, the special figure 2 related random number stored in the special figure 2 reservation storage unit 105b is shifted by one to the first area side, and the special figure 2 related random number in the first area is shifted by one. Clear from the pending storage section 105b in FIG. In this way, the special figure 2 related random numbers are digested in the order they were acquired. Then, a special figure 2 reservation number command representing the number of special figure 2 reservations after the processing is generated.

In the special figure 1 determination process, special symbol random numbers among the special figure 1 related random numbers stored in the first area of the special figure 1 reservation storage unit 105a and a jackpot determination table according to the current gaming state are used. , performs a jackpot determination to determine whether it is a jackpot or a loss. If the result of jackpot determination is a jackpot, jackpot symbol type determination is performed to determine the type of jackpot symbol using the jackpot symbol type random number among the special symbol 1 related random numbers and the special symbol 1 jackpot symbol type determination table. . Then, a symbol designation command representing the determined jackpot symbol type is generated. Furthermore, if the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, a symbol designation command representing the loss is generated. In addition, a plurality of types of losses may be provided, and if the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, the type of the losing symbol may be determined. In this case, it is preferable that the symbol designation command includes information indicating the type of losing symbol.

The special figure 1 variation pattern determination process is a process performed after the special figure 1 determination process. In the special figure 1 variation pattern determination process, the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern random number of the special figure 1 related random numbers stored in the first area of the special figure 1 reservation storage section 105a and the special figure 1 according to the current gaming state are used. The special figure 1 fluctuation pattern is determined using the fluctuation pattern determination table. In the special figure 1 variation pattern determination process when the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, reach determination is made, and the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern is determined according to the result of the reach determination. Note that the determination of the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern is also associated with the number of special figure 1 related random numbers (the number of special figure 1 reservations) stored in the special figure 1 reservation storage unit 105a. Then, a special figure 1 variation start command representing the determined special figure 1 variation pattern is generated. The special figure 1 variation start command includes information related to the special figure 1, information related to the result of jackpot determination, information related to the result of jackpot symbol type determination, information related to the result of reach determination, and information associated with the special figure 1 variation pattern. Contains information such as special figure fluctuation time. Then, based on the special figure fluctuation time associated with the determined special figure 1 variation pattern, the special figure 1 display 81a starts variable display of the special figure 1.

The special figure 1 reservation storage unit shift process is a process that is performed when the special figure 1 determination process and the special figure 1 variation pattern determination process are performed. In the special figure 1 reservation storage unit shift process, the special figure 1 related random number stored in the special figure 1 reserve storage unit 105a is shifted by one to the first area side, and the special figure 1 related random number in the first area is shifted to the special figure 1 related random number in the first area. Clear from the pending storage section 105a in FIG. In this way, the special figure 1 related random numbers are digested in the order they were acquired. Then, a special figure 1 reservation number command representing the special figure 1 reservation number after the processing is generated.

In addition, if both the number of special drawings 2 and the number of holdings of special drawings 1 exist, the special drawing 2 judgment process is performed with priority, and the variable display of special drawing 2 and the variable display of special drawing 1 are performed in parallel. It is no longer done. In other words, the game control microcomputer 101 does not perform the special figure 1 determination process even if there is special figure 1 pending when there is special figure 2 pending. Note that the variable display of the special drawing 2 and the variable display of the special drawing 1 may be configured to be performed in the winning order, or may be configured to be performed simultaneously.

[2-3-2. Special symbol variation processing]
The special symbol variation process is a process performed during variable display of the special symbol. In the special symbol variation process, as the special symbol variation time elapses, the special symbol display device 81 ends the variable display of the special symbol and stops displaying the special symbol according to the result of the jackpot determination. If the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot, a jackpot symbol indicating a jackpot is stopped and displayed, and if the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, a loss symbol indicating a loss is stopped and displayed. Then, a special figure variation stop command indicating the end of the variable display of the special figure is generated.

[2-3-3. Special design confirmation process]
The special symbol confirmation process is a process that is performed when the special symbol is stopped and displayed. In the special symbol confirmation process, if the special symbol currently being stopped and displayed is a jackpot symbol, a transition is made to a jackpot game state. Then, an opening command indicating the start of a jackpot game is generated. The opening command includes information regarding the result of jackpot symbol type determination. Further, when the special symbol currently being stopped and displayed is a losing symbol and the high probability state is to be ended, the normal probability state is set. Then, a high probability termination command indicating transition to the normal probability state is generated. Further, when the special symbol currently being stopped and displayed is a losing symbol and the time saving state is to be ended, a non-time saving state is set. Then, a time-saving end command indicating transition to a non-time-saving state is generated. Furthermore, if the special symbol currently being stopped and displayed is a losing symbol, and the number of special symbols 2 and 1 pending are "0", the pachinko game machine PY1 is in a waiting state, indicating that it is waiting for a customer. Generate a command.

[2-3-4. Jackpot game control processing]
The jackpot game control process is a process performed in the jackpot game state. In the jackpot game control process, a jackpot game is performed according to the jackpot game control table. After transition to the jackpot game state, each round game is started according to the passage of opening time or closing time. Then, a round game command indicating the start of a round game is generated. Furthermore, in response to ending the final round game, an ending is started. Then, an ending command indicating the end of the jackpot game is generated. The ending command includes information regarding the result of jackpot symbol type determination.

[2-3-5. Game state setting processing]
The game state setting process is a process that is performed when the jackpot game state ends. In the gaming state setting process, when changing from the normal probability state to the high probability state, the high probability state is set at the end of the jackpot gaming state. When restricting the duration of the high probability state, the duration of the high probability state (for example, the number of variable display times of the special symbol that allows the high probability state to continue without winning the jackpot) is also set. Then, a high probability setting command indicating setting of a high probability state is generated. Further, when changing from a non-time saving state to a time saving state, the time saving state is set at the end of the jackpot game state. When limiting the duration of the time-saving state, the duration of the time-saving state (for example, the number of variable display times of the special symbol that allows the time-saving state to continue without winning a jackpot) is also set. Then, a time saving setting command indicating setting of the time saving state is generated.

Note that the commands generated by the game control microcomputer 101 in each process can be added or changed as appropriate.

6. Control of performance by performance control microcomputer 121 Next, control of performance by performance control microcomputer 121 will be described based on FIGS. 27 to 29. Note that counters, timers, flags, buffers, etc. that appear in the following explanation of the control of the performance by the performance control microcomputer 121 are provided in the performance RAM 124.

[1. Sub control main processing]
When the pachinko game machine PY1 is powered on, the performance control microcomputer 121 provided in the sub-control board 120 reads out the sub-control main processing program shown in FIG. 27 from the performance ROM 123 and executes it. As shown in the figure, in the sub-control main processing, first, power-on processing is performed in response to power-on (S4001). In the power-on process, for example, settings for the performance CPU 122, settings for SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for managing interrupt time), etc. are performed.

Next, interrupts are prohibited (S4002), and random number update processing is executed (S4003). In the random number update process (S4003), the values of various performance determination random number counters for making determinations regarding various performances are updated. As an example, the method for updating the random number counter for performance determination regarding various performances can be the same as the random number updating process performed by the main control board 100 described above. When updating, the random numbers may be added by 2 instead of being added by 1. This also applies to the random number update process performed by the main control board 100 described above.

When the random number update process is completed, a command transmission process is executed (S4004). In the command transmission process, various commands stored in the output buffer in the effect RAM 124 of the sub-control board 120 are transmitted to the image control board 140. The image control board 140 that has received the command displays an image on the display unit 50a (performs various effects using the image) according to the received command. In addition to the various performances performed by the image control board 140, the sub-control board 120 also outputs audio from the speaker 52 via the audio control circuit 161 (executes various audio performances), and performs lamp control. Via the circuit 151, the frame lamp 53 and the panel lamp 54 are made to emit light (to perform various light emitting effects by emitting light), and the movable devices 55, 56, and 58 are activated (to perform various movable body effects by operation). execute). In this way, various performances (special figure variation performance, hold performance, operation performance, pre-read performance, other preview performances, jackpot game performance, customer waiting performance, control of performance mode, etc.) are realized.

The performance control microcomputer 121 then permits an interrupt (S4005). Thereafter, steps S4002 to S4005 are looped. While interrupts are enabled, reception interrupt processing (S4010), 1ms timer interrupt processing (S4011), and 10ms timer interrupt processing (S4012) can be executed.

The reception interrupt process (S4010) is executed every time various commands sent from the main control board 100 are input to the production control microcomputer 121. In the reception interrupt processing (S4010), the production control microcomputer 121 stores various commands transmitted and received by the output processing (S112) of the main control board 100 in the reception buffer of the production RAM 124. This reception interrupt processing is executed with priority over other interrupt processing (S4011, S4012).

[2.1ms timer interrupt processing]
The 1 ms timer interrupt process (S4011) is executed every time an interrupt pulse of 1 ms period is input to the sub control board 120. In the 1ms timer interrupt processing (S4011), as shown in FIG. 28, input processing (S4101), light emission data output processing (S4102), mobile device control processing (S4103), and watchdog timer processing (S4104) are sequentially performed.

In the input processing, operations on operation parts that can be operated by the player, such as the normal button detection switch 40a and the special button detection switch 41a, are detected, and a command is set or production data is created according to the detection result. In the light emission data output process, lamps such as the frame lamp 53 and the panel lamp 54 are caused to emit light at timings that match the image production, etc., based on the production data created in the input processing and the production data creation process described later. Therefore, the light emission data is output to the lamp control circuit 151. That is, the performance control microcomputer 121 causes the frame lamp 53, board lamp 54, etc. to emit light in a predetermined light emission mode according to the light emission data. In the movable device control process, a movable body performance is performed in which movable devices such as movable devices 55, 56, and 58 are operated at predetermined timings based on performance data created through input processing and performance data creation processing described later. output the drive data. That is, the performance control microcomputer 121 performs a movable body performance in which the movable devices 55, 56, 58, etc. are operated in a predetermined operation mode according to the drive data. In the watchdog timer process, the watchdog timer is reset.

[3.10ms timer interrupt processing]
The 10 ms timer interrupt process (S4012) is executed every time an interrupt pulse of 10 ms period is input to the sub control board 120. In the 10ms timer interrupt process (S4012), as shown in FIG. 29, received command analysis process (S4201), effect timer update process (S4202), audio control process (S4203), and effect data creation process (S4204) are sequentially performed. .

In the received command analysis process, the command stored in the reception buffer of the performance RAM 124 by the reception interrupt process (S4010) is analyzed, and processing according to the command (for example, selection of performance, setting of performance mode, setting of commands, etc.) I do. In the performance timer update process, a timer for measuring time related to each performance is updated. For example, in the performance timer update process, the start timing and end timing of the operation valid period of the operation units such as the normal button 40 and the special button 41 are measured. In the audio control process, audio data (data that controls audio output from the speaker 52) is created and output to the audio control circuit 161 based on the processing results of the input process and the received command analysis process. In the presentation data creation process, presentation data is created based on the processing result of the received command analysis process.

Here, an example of processing when the performance control microcomputer 121 receives a command from the game control microcomputer 101 will be described. The command received by the performance control microcomputer 121 is a special figure variation start command (special figure 1 variation start command or special figure 2 variation start command). If the production control microcomputer 121 determines in the received command analysis process (S4201) that a special figure fluctuation start command has been received, it performs processing based on the special figure fluctuation pattern indicated by the command as a process when receiving the fluctuation start command. , selects a production pattern (sub variation pattern) of the special figure variation production, sets information on the sub variation pattern, and sets a variation production start command including information on the sub variation pattern in the output buffer. For example, if the special pattern variation pattern indicated by the special pattern variation start command is SP variation (SP jackpot variation or SP loss variation), select a sub variation pattern that performs SP reach, and start the variation production corresponding to that sub variation pattern. Set the command to the output buffer. After that, each process (command transmission process (S4004), light emission data output process (S4102), movable device control process (S4103), voice control process (S4203), etc.) is executed to correspond to the selected sub fluctuation pattern. A special figure variation effect is realized. Note that the processing flow for realizing such performances is basically the same for other performances such as jackpot game performances, customer waiting performances, look-ahead performances, and so-called preview performances accompanying the fluctuations.

7. Characteristics of Pachinko game machine PY1 Characteristics of Pachinko game machine PY1 will be explained in detail below.

First, the game board 1 in the pachinko game machine PY1 will be explained based on FIG. 30. It is assumed that the pachinko game machine PY1 includes the game board 1 shown in FIG. 30. In the description of FIG. 30, the components that play the same roles as those of the game board 1 shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 30, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has a first gate 28 in the left gaming area 6A of the gaming area 6, and a second gate 29 in the right gaming area 6B. A first gate sensor (not shown) is provided inside the first gate 28 to detect a game ball that has passed through the first gate 28, and a first gate sensor (not shown) that detects a game ball that has passed through the second gate 29 is provided inside the second gate 29. A second gate sensor (not shown) is provided to detect the ball. When a game ball passes through the first gate 28 (when the first gate sensor detects a game ball), and when a game ball passes through the second gate 29 (when the second gate sensor detects a game ball) Also, the game control microcomputer 101 performs normal symbol lottery (obtains and determines normal symbol random numbers). That is, both the first gate 28 and the second gate 29 are passing areas that trigger the execution of the normal symbol lottery.

In addition, in this embodiment, the electric chew 12D is configured such that even if the game ball has passed through the left game area 6A or the game ball has passed through the right game area 6B, it is possible to enter the second starting port 12. It is arranged at the confluence of the first flow path R1 and the second flow path R2. Therefore, a game ball may land in the second starting hole 12 not only when the player is hitting right in the time-saving state but also when playing left-handed in the non-time saving state. In addition, in this form, even in a non-time saving state, the lottery result of the normal symbol may become a winning result (see Figure 11 (A)), and in this case, the normal symbol will be displayed as a winning symbol after 30 seconds of fluctuating display. The symbol is stopped and displayed (see FIG. 11(B)), and the electric chew 12D is opened for 0.08 seconds (see FIG. 11(C)). Therefore, even when playing the game with left-handed batting in a non-time-saving state, if the game ball passes through the first gate 28, the electric chew 12D is opened and the winning ball enters the second starting port 12. may occur. Then, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1, when there is a special drawing 1 reservation based on a winning in the first starting opening 11 and a special drawing 2 holding based on a winning in the second starting opening 12, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 executes the special drawing 1 holding ( It is configured to give priority to the extinguishment of special figure 2 reservations (validity determination and special figure fluctuation based on special figure 2 reservation) than to the determination of validity and special figure fluctuation based on special figure 1 reservation.

Next, the display contents of the display section 50a in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained based on FIG. 31. When the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is in the non-time saving state, as shown in FIG. EZ3 and small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 can be displayed on the display section 50a. In addition, when the pachinko game machine PY1 is in a non-time saving state, the pachinko game machine PY1 displays a hold icon (referred to as a special draw 1 hold icon HA1) corresponding to a special draw 1 hold based on winning at the first start opening 11, a special draw 1 hold icon HA1. In addition to being able to display in the area HR1, a holding icon (referred to as special drawing 2 holding icon HA2) corresponding to the special drawing 2 holding based on winning to the second starting opening 12 can be displayed in the special drawing 2 holding icon display area HR2. It is. In addition, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can display the icon TA corresponding to the winning while the variable performance is being executed in the icon display area TR. In addition, the special figure 1 hold icon display area HR1 and the special figure 2 hold icon display area HR2 are display areas that display the hold icon HA corresponding to the first special figure hold, and correspond to the second special figure hold, respectively. A display area that displays the hold icon HA corresponding to the third special figure hold, a display area that displays the hold icon HA corresponding to the fourth special figure hold, and a display area that displays the hold icon HA that corresponds to the fourth special figure hold. It has a display area (that is, a number of display areas corresponding to the upper limit number of special drawings reserved). Therefore, up to four special figure 1 pending icons HA1 and four special figure 2 pending icons HA2 may be displayed.

Pachinko gaming machine PY1, when a winning occurs in the first starting opening 11 and when a winning occurs in the second starting opening 12, performs a pending display change effect as a look-ahead effect based on the result of the look-ahead determination. It is also possible to perform a chance zone production. Note that the special map reservation corresponding to the winning that triggered the execution of the look-ahead presentation is referred to as target reservation.

The hold display change performance is a performance that displays the display mode of the hold display (the hold icon HA and the icon TA) in a special display mode different from the normal display mode. In this embodiment, the hold display is a circular icon, and as shown in Figure 32, the hold display has two display modes: a normal display mode in which the icon is displayed in white, and a normal display mode in which the icon is displayed in white and blinking. There is a first special display mode in which the icon is displayed, a second special display mode in which the icon is displayed in blue, and a third special display mode in which the icon is displayed in red. In addition, different values are assigned to each display mode of the pending display as pending display mode data, and the performance control microcomputer 121 displays the pending display on the display unit 50a based on the value of this pending display mode data. do. In addition, the relationship between the jackpot expectation for each display mode is as follows: normal display mode (white) < 1st special display mode (flashing white) < 2nd special display mode (blue) < 3rd special display mode (red) Then, the performance control microcomputer 121 performs a lottery for the pending display change performance. Note that the pending display change performance is an example of a first suggestion performance and a first preview performance. Further, the blue display mode (second special display mode) is an example of the first mode, and the red display mode (third special display mode) is an example of the second mode.

FIG. 33 is a lottery table for a hold display change effect in a non-time-saving state, and FIG. 34 is a lottery table for a hold change scenario. When the performance control microcomputer 121 receives a start winning command (first start winning command, second start winning command, see FIG. 15) from the gaming control microcomputer 101 in a non-time saving state, , determines the final display mode of the pending display, and determines a pending change scenario based on the table shown in FIG. Note that the hold change scenario is a scenario that defines the transition of the display mode of the hold display.

In the holding display change production lottery, as shown in FIG. As the display mode, the "white" display mode (normal display mode) is selected at a rate of 10%, the "white blinking" display mode (first special display mode) is selected at a rate of 15%, and the "blue" display mode is selected at a rate of 15%. The display mode of "red" (second special display mode) is selected at a rate of 30%, and the display mode of "red" (third special display mode) is selected at a rate of 45%.

In addition, if the look-ahead determination result indicated by the start winning command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is "SP reach loss" (that is, a loss in which SP reach is performed), the production control microcomputer 121 sets the final display mode of the pending display as the final display mode of the pending display. , the "white" display mode (normal display mode) is selected at a rate of 20%, the "white blinking" display mode (first special display mode) is selected at a rate of 25%, and the "blue" display mode is selected at a rate of 25%. (second special display mode) is selected at a rate of 40%, and the display mode of "red" (third special display mode) is selected at a rate of 15%.

In addition, if the look-ahead determination result indicated by the start winning command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is "L reach loss" (that is, a loss in which L reach is performed), or "N reach loss" (i.e. If the result is a loss that ends with N reach), the "white" display mode (normal display mode) is selected as the final display mode of the pending display at a rate of 50%, and the "white flashing" display mode (first special display mode) is selected as the final display mode of the pending display. Display mode) is selected at a rate of 30%, "Blue" display mode (second special display mode) is selected at a rate of 15%, and "Red" display mode (third special display mode) is selected at a rate of 5%. Select by percentage.

In this embodiment, the performance control microcomputer 121 displays the pending display mode when the look-ahead determination result indicated by the start winning command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is a "normal loss" (that is, a loss in which reach is not achieved). does not change, and always displays the pending display in the normal display mode.

In this way, in this embodiment, the final display mode of the pending display is determined by the distribution ratio shown in FIG. 33, so the jackpot expectation for each display mode of the pending display is as follows: Normal display mode (white) (blinking white)<second special display mode (blue)<third special display mode (red). In addition, when the look-ahead judgment result is a SP reach loss, compared to when the look-ahead judgment result is an L reach loss or an N reach loss, blue or red display modes are more likely to be selected, and white or white blinking display modes are more likely to be selected. It's hard to get caught. Therefore, the display mode of blue and red also functions as a performance that makes the player expect that a fluctuating performance that will develop to SP reach will be executed. Note that the distribution ratio shown in FIG. 33 is an example, and can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the function of the hold display change effect. This also applies to the execution lottery of other effects.

The performance control microcomputer 121 determines the final display mode of the hold display based on the lottery table shown in FIG. 33, and then determines the hold change scenario based on the lottery table shown in FIG. In the hold change scenario lottery, as shown in FIG. 34, if the final display mode of the hold display is "red", the performance control microcomputer 121 determines that the special figure hold that triggered this lottery is the fourth hold. , the pending change scenario "No. 011" is selected at a rate of 50%, and the pending change scenario "No. 012" is selected at a rate of 50%. In addition, if the special drawing reservation that triggered this lottery occurs as the third reservation, the reservation change scenario of "No. 013" is selected at a rate of 50%, and the reservation change scenario of "No. 014" is selected. Select change scenarios at a rate of 50%. In addition, if the special drawing reservation that triggered this lottery occurred as the second reservation, select the "No. 015" reservation change scenario at a rate of 100%, and select the special symbol that triggered this lottery. If the figure hold occurs as the first hold, the hold change scenario of "No. 016" is selected at a rate of 100%.

Note that the manner in which the hold display changes according to the “hold change scenario No.” is as shown in FIG. 34. To specifically explain one example of the transition of the display mode of the hold display, for example, when the hold change scenario of "No. 012" is selected, the effect control microcomputer 121 triggers the execution of the hold display change effect. While the target pending is the fourth special figure pending (holding 4) and the third special figure pending (holding 3), the white flashing (first special display mode) is displayed as the pending display corresponding to this target pending. ), and when the target hold becomes the second special figure hold (hold 2), the hold display corresponding to the target hold changes from the display area corresponding to the third to the second (when the target is shifted to the display area), the hold display changes to blue (second special display mode), and when the target hold becomes the first special figure hold (hold 1) (the target When the hold display corresponding to the hold is shifted and displayed from the display area corresponding to the second display to the display area corresponding to the first display), the hold display is changed to red (first special display mode). Then, even during the fluctuation based on the target suspension (the fluctuation), a red (first special display mode) suspension display is displayed as the icon TA. In this way, when the display mode of the hold display changes to "red", it is possible to make the player aware that the jackpot expectation of the fluctuation based on this target hold is high, and to increase the player's sense of expectation. be.

In addition, when the final display mode of the hold display is "green", the performance control microcomputer 121 displays "No. The pending change scenario of "No. 022" is selected at a rate of 50%, and the pending change scenario of "No. 022" is selected at a rate of 50%. In addition, if the special drawing reservation that triggered this lottery occurs as the third reservation, the reservation change scenario of "No. 023" is selected at a rate of 50%, and the reservation change scenario of "No. 024" is selected. Select change scenarios at a rate of 50%. In addition, if the special drawing reservation that triggered this lottery occurred as the second reservation, select the "No. 025" reservation change scenario at a rate of 100%, and select the special symbol that triggered this lottery. If the figure hold occurs as the first hold, the hold change scenario "No. 026" is selected at a rate of 100%.

In addition, when the final display mode of the hold display is "blinking white", if the special drawing hold that triggered this lottery has occurred as the fourth hold, the production control microcomputer 121 will display the "No. The pending change scenario "No. 031" is selected at a rate of 50%, and the pending change scenario "No. 032" is selected at a rate of 50%. In addition, if the special drawing reservation that triggered this lottery occurs as the third reservation, the reservation change scenario of "No. 033" is selected at a rate of 50%, and the reservation change scenario of "No. 034" is selected. Select change scenarios at a rate of 50%. In addition, if the special drawing reservation that triggered this lottery occurred as the second reservation, select the reservation change scenario of "No. 035" at a rate of 100%, and If the figure hold occurs as the first hold, the hold change scenario of "No. 036" is selected at a rate of 100%.

In addition, if you compare the reservation change scenario of "No. 022" and "No. 024" with the reservation change scenario of "No. 012" and "No. 014", the target reservation is the second special figure reservation. Until then, the display mode of the hold display is the same. Therefore, the display mode of the pending display is "flashing white" until the target pending is the third special figure pending, and the display mode of the pending display is "white blinking" when the target pending is the second special figure pending. If the color is blue, the player will pay attention to how the display mode of the pending display changes when the target pending becomes the first special figure pending.

Also, compare the pending change scenarios of "No. 031" and "No. 033" with the pending change scenarios of "No. 022", "No. 024", "No. 012", and "No. 014". For example, the display mode of the pending display is the same until the target pending is the third special figure pending. Therefore, if the display mode of the hold display is "blinking white" until the target hold is the third special figure hold, the hold display will be displayed when the target hold becomes the second special figure hold. Players will pay attention to how the display mode changes.

In addition, when the final display mode of the reservation display is "white" and the special symbol reservation that triggered this lottery has occurred as the fourth reservation, the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the result of the pre-reading determination. If it is a "jackpot", the pending change scenario of "No. 041" is selected at a rate of 70%, the pending change scenario of "No. 042" is selected at a rate of 30%, and the result of the look-ahead judgment is If it is a "reach loss" (any of SP reach loss, L reach loss, N reach loss), the "No. 041" pending change scenario is selected at a rate of 98%, and the "No. 042" pending change scenario is selected at a rate of 2%. Select by percentage. In addition, when the special drawing reservation that triggered this lottery occurs as the third reservation, if the result of the look-ahead judgment is a "jackpot", the reservation change scenario of "No. 043" is changed to 70%. Select by percentage and select the pending change scenario of "No. 044" at a rate of 30%, while if the result of the look-ahead judgment is "Reach Loss", select the pending change scenario of "No. 043" at a rate of 98%. and select "No. 044" pending change scenario at a rate of 2%. In addition, if the special drawing holding that triggered this lottery occurs as the second holding, even if the result of the look-ahead judgment is “Jackpot” or “Reach Loss”, “No. 045” If the reservation change scenario is selected at a rate of 100%, and the special symbol reservation that is the trigger for this lottery occurs as the first reservation, even if the result of the look-ahead judgment is a "jackpot", it will be a "reach loss". ”, the pending change scenario “No. 046” is selected at a rate of 100%.

Here, in the reservation change scenarios of "No. 041", "No. 043", "No. 045", and "No. 046", the display position of the reservation display is the fourth special figure reservation (reservation 4) A white (normal display mode) pending display is displayed regardless of the position corresponding to the first special figure pending (Pending 1) from the position corresponding to , and the display position of the pending display corresponds to the change. This is a scenario in which the white (normal display mode) pending display remains unchanged even if the current position is reached. On the other hand, in the pending change scenarios of "No. 042" and "No. 044", although the final display mode of the pending display is "white" (normal display mode), This is a characteristic reservation change scenario in which a reservation display in a special display mode is displayed until the reservation display corresponding to the second special figure reservation (reservation 2).

Specifically, when the hold change scenario of “No. 042” or “No. Until the figure is on hold (hold 3), a blinking white (first special display mode) hold display is displayed as the hold display corresponding to this target hold, and the target hold is the second special figure hold (hold 3). Hold 2) (when the hold display corresponding to the target hold is shifted from the display area corresponding to the third target to the display area corresponding to the second target), the blue color (second special display mode) ) changes to the pending display. Then, when the target hold becomes the first special figure hold (hold 1), the hold display corresponding to the target hold shifts from the display area corresponding to the second to the display area corresponding to the first. TA), the icon TA is changed to a white (normal display mode) pending display, and the white (normal display mode) pending display is displayed as the icon TA even during the fluctuation based on the target hold (the variation). In other words, when a pending change scenario of "No. 042" or "No. 044" is selected, the performance control microcomputer 121 shifts the pending display from the display position corresponding to pending 2 to the display position corresponding to pending 1. When displaying, a "permanent stop effect" is executed to return the display mode of the pending display from the special display mode to the normal display mode. By providing this permanent change cancellation effect, it is possible to give the player a sense of tension that even if the special display mode of suspension display is displayed, the game may return to the normal display mode sooner or later. As a result, in this embodiment, it is possible to prevent the game from becoming monotonous and to improve the game's interest. It should be noted that the persistent cancellation performance can also be said to be a performance that demotes the display mode of the pending display from one with a high jackpot expectation level to one with a low jackpot expectation level. The permanent change cancellation performance is a performance that gives a big surprise to the player who plays the game thinking that the display mode of the pending display will not change from a high jackpot expectation level to a low jackpot expectation level.

As mentioned above, the distribution rate of the pending change scenario of "No. 042" and "No. 044" that involve a permanent change cancellation effect is the case when the look-ahead judgment result is a "jackpot" and the case where the result of the look-ahead judgment is a "jackpot" and the case where "reach loss" (SP reach loss) is determined. , L reach loss, or N reach). Specifically, when a special symbol is held as a hold 4 in which the final display mode of the hold display is determined to be "white" in the hold display change effect lottery, if the result of the look-ahead judgment is a ``jackpot'', the hold is "No. 042" with a change/stop effect is selected at a rate of 30%, "No. 041" where the display mode of the pending display does not change at all is selected at a rate of 70%, and the result of the look-ahead judgment is "reach loss". ”, “No. 042” with a persistent change effect is selected at a rate of 2%, and “No. 041” in which the display mode of the pending display does not change at all is selected at a rate of 98%. Similarly, if the final display mode of the pending display is determined to be "white" in the lottery of the pending display change effect and the special symbol is reserved as pending 3, if the result of the pre-reading judgment is "jackpot", the "No. 044" with a change/stop effect is selected at a rate of 30%, "No. 043" where the display mode of the pending display does not change at all is selected at a rate of 70%, and the result of the look-ahead judgment is "reach loss". ”, “No. 044” with a persistent change effect is selected at a rate of 2%, and “No. 043” in which the display mode of the pending display does not change at all is selected at a rate of 98%. In other words, the 4th or 3rd special figure is reserved due to the starting prize, and the result of the look-ahead judgment regarding the starting prize is "Jackpot", and the final display mode of the reserved display is determined to be "white". In this case, the persistent change effect is executed at a certain rate (30% in the embodiment), but the fourth or third special figure is held due to the starting prize, and the pre-reading judgment regarding the starting winning occurs. If the result is "reach loss" and the final display mode of the pending display is determined to be "white", the persistent change cancellation effect is almost never executed. Therefore, in this form, although the permanent change cancellation effect is a performance in which the pending display changing effect that displays the pending display in the special display mode ends and the pending display is displayed in the normal display mode, it is actually a jackpot expectation. This is a high-quality production. However, the probability that a persistent cancellation effect will occur during a game is not enough to change the fact that among the display modes of the pending display, the display mode with the lowest jackpot expectation is white (normal display mode). shall be.

In addition, if we compare the pending change scenarios of "No. 042" and "No. 044", which involve a persistent change effect, with the pending change scenarios of "No. 012" and "No. 014", we can see that the target pending change is 2. The display mode of the hold display is the same until the first special figure is held, and when the target hold becomes the first special figure hold, the display mode of the hold display changes to "blue" (the second The difference is whether the color returns from "special display mode)" to "white" (normal display mode) or whether it is promoted from "blue" (second special display mode) to "red" (third special display mode). Therefore, the pending display change performance of the pending change scenarios of "No. 042" and "No. 044" is a production that ends the pending display change performance of the pending change scenarios of "No. 012" and "No. 014" midway. You can say that.

Next, the lottery for the chance zone performance will be explained. Chance zone effects include multiple variations, from special figure variations (or variable effects) based on a special figure hold prior to the target hold that triggered the execution of the chance zone effect, to special figure changes (or variable effects) based on the target hold. The background image displayed on the display unit 50a is changed from a normal background such as the daytime normal background image G102 to a different chance background (in this embodiment, a "forest background" that represents a forest). This is an effect that changes the image to "image G70" (see FIG. 37(B)). The production mode in which the forest background image G70 is displayed (the production mode in which the chance zone production is executed) is called a chance zone. The chance zone performance is also a performance that controls the performance mode to the chance zone. Note that the chance zone performance is an example of a second suggestion performance and a second preview performance. In addition, setting to the chance zone where the forest background image G70 (chance background) can be displayed is an example of a special effect, and setting to the normal effect mode where the normal background such as the daytime normal background image G102 can be displayed is normally This is an example of a performance.

FIG. 35 is a lottery table for chance zone performance in a non-time saving state. When the performance control microcomputer 121 receives a start winning command (first start winning command, second start winning command, see FIG. 15) from the gaming control microcomputer 101 in a non-time saving state, , it is determined whether or not to execute the chance zone effect. Note that the lottery for the chance zone performance is performed after the lottery for the pending display change performance.

As shown in FIG. 35, whether or not to execute the chance zone effect is determined by a lottery in association with whether or not the above-mentioned permanent change stop effect is executed and the final display mode of the pending display. Specifically, in the lottery for the pending display change performance, as shown in FIG. When the execution of the persistent cancellation effect is scheduled, the chance zone effect is executed at a rate of 99%, and the chance zone effect is not executed at the rate of 1%. On the other hand, if the look-ahead determination result is a "jackpot" and the execution of the permanent change stop effect is not scheduled, if the final display mode of the pending display is "white" display mode (normal display mode), The chance zone effect is executed at a rate of 60%, the chance zone effect is not executed at a rate of 40%, and the final display mode of the pending display is a special display mode (“blinking white”, “blue”, or “red”). display mode), the chance zone effect will not be executed.

In addition, if the look-ahead determination result indicated by the start winning command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is "SP reach loss" and the performance control microcomputer 121 is scheduled to execute the permanent change cancellation performance, the performance control microcomputer 121 The chance zone effect is executed at a rate of 75%, and the chance zone effect is not executed at a rate of 75%. On the other hand, if the pre-reading judgment result is "SP reach loss" and the execution of the persistent change stop effect is not scheduled, if the final display mode of the pending display is "white" display mode (normal display mode). , the chance zone effect is executed at a rate of 15%, the chance zone effect is not executed at a rate of 85%, and the final display mode of the pending display is a special display mode ("blinking white", "blue", or "red"). display mode), the chance zone effect will not be executed.

In addition, if the performance control microcomputer 121 indicates that the pre-read determination result indicated by the start winning command received from the gaming control microcomputer 101 is "L reach loss" or "N reach loss" and execution of the persistent cancellation performance is scheduled. , a chance zone effect is executed at a rate of 15%, and a chance zone effect is not executed at a rate of 85%. On the other hand, if the look-ahead judgment result is "L reach loss" or "N reach loss" and execution of the persistent change effect is not scheduled, the final display mode of the pending display is "white" display mode (normal display mode), the chance zone effect is executed at a rate of 2%, the chance zone effect is not executed at a rate of 98%, and the final display mode of the pending display is a special display mode (“flashing white”, “blue”). , or "red" display mode), the chance zone effect will not be executed.

In this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 121 executes the chance zone production if the look-ahead determination result indicated by the start winning command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is a "normal loss" (that is, a loss where reach is not achieved). There's nothing to do.

In this way, in this embodiment, when the execution of the persistent cancellation effect is scheduled, the chance zone effect is almost executed if the result of the look-ahead judgment is a "jackpot". If the result of the look-ahead judgment is not a "big hit" (if it is "SP reach loss", "L reach loss", "N reach loss"), the chance zone effect is configured so that it is not often executed. . In addition, the execution probability of the chance zone effect when the execution of the permanent suspension effect is not scheduled and the final display mode of the pending display is "white" is, regardless of the result of the look-ahead judgment, Although it is lower than when the execution of the change-stop performance is scheduled, the tendency that the chance zone performance is more likely to be executed if the result of the look-ahead judgment is a "jackpot" and that it is difficult to execute the chance zone production if it is not a jackpot has changed. do not have. Therefore, the chance zone performance functions as a performance that suggests to the player that there is a high expectation of a big hit based on the target retention of the performance.

In this embodiment, it is assumed that the chance zone performance is executed as a performance with higher jackpot expectation than the pending display change performance whose final display mode is red. Therefore, when the chance zone effect is executed, the player has stronger expectations for winning the jackpot than when the red pending display is displayed.

Further, as shown in the remarks column of FIG. 35, the execution timing of the chance zone performance when the permanent change stop performance is not executed is the first shift of the target hold, which is the opportunity to execute the chance zone performance. In other words, this is the first time that the hold display is shifted and displayed after the target hold is generated. On the other hand, the execution timing of the chance zone effect when the persistent variation effect is executed is immediately after the execution of the persistent effect. Therefore, by implementing the chance zone effect, it is possible to make players who are disappointed that their expectations for a jackpot have been lowered due to the constant change cancellation effect feel happy that they may be able to expect to win a jackpot after all. It has become.

Here, when the pachinko game machine PY1 is controlling the performance mode to the chance zone (that is, during the execution of the chance zone performance), it is possible to execute the chance zone exclusive SP reach (an example of a specific performance). The chance zone exclusive SP reach is an SP reach that is not executed when the chance zone is not controlled. FIG. 36 is a SP reach lottery table in a non-time saving state. In the non-time saving state, as shown in FIG. 36, the performance control microcomputer 121 receives the special figure fluctuation start command (special figure 1 variation start command, special figure 2 variation start command, FIG. 13 and FIG. 14) is the "SP jackpot fluctuation", when the chance zone effect is not being executed (that is, when the normal background such as the daytime normal background image G102 is displayed on the display section 50a). If there is, the SP reach exclusive to the chance zone is not selected, but the common SP reach, which can be executed even when the chance zone performance is being executed or not, is selected at a rate of 100%. On the other hand, when the chance zone effect is being executed (that is, when the chance background (forest background image G70) is displayed on the display unit 50a), the chance zone exclusive SP reach is selected at a rate of 50%, Select common SP reach at a rate of 50%.

In addition, when the special pattern fluctuation pattern indicated by the special pattern fluctuation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is "SP loss fluctuation", the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the performance control system while the chance zone performance is not being executed (normal background display (medium), the chance zone exclusive SP reach is not selected, and the common SP reach is selected at a rate of 100%. On the other hand, if the chance zone effect is being executed (that is, while the chance background (forest background image G70) is being displayed), the chance zone exclusive SP reach is selected at a rate of 2%, and the common SP reach is selected at a rate of 98%. Select by percentage.

In this way, in this embodiment, if the fluctuation when set in the chance zone is a SP jackpot fluctuation, the chance zone exclusive SP reach is executed at a reasonably high rate of 50%, but if it is a SP loss fluctuation. , the rate at which chance zone-only SP reach is executed is extremely low at 2%. Therefore, the SP reach exclusively for the chance zone functions as a performance with higher expectations for a jackpot than the common SP reach.

Next, the contents of the chance zone performance, the chance zone exclusive SP reach, and the common SP reach will be specifically explained. FIG. 37 is a diagram showing a specific example of the chance zone effect. FIG. 37(A) shows a scene where the variable performance corresponding to the icon TA has ended while the daytime normal background image G102 (normal background) is displayed on the display section 50a (performance patterns EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and small This shows a scene in which the symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are definitely stopped and displayed. In this scene, 4 special map 1 reservation icons HA1 are displayed (4 special map 1 reservations have been accumulated), and the chance zone is selected by the pre-read lottery when the 4th special map 1 reservation occurs. It is assumed that execution of the performance has been decided. That is, it is assumed that the fourth special figure 1 hold is the target hold of the chance zone performance. Note that the display mode of the hold icon HA corresponding to the target hold is a normal display mode (white).

When the next variable display starts from the state shown in FIG. 37(A), each special figure 1 hold icon HA1 shifts to the next (one next) display area as shown in FIG. 37(B). Is displayed. In other words, the first special figure 1 hold icon HA1 is displayed as the icon TA, and the second to fourth special figure 1 hold icons HA1 are displayed as the first to third special figure 1 hold icons HA1. Is displayed. The performance control microcomputer 121 executes a chance zone performance when the hold icon HA corresponding to this target hold is displayed in shift for the first time. Specifically, the background image displayed on the display section 50a is changed from the daytime normal background image G102 to the forest background image G70, and the zone entry image G72 including the character image of "CHANCE ZONE" is changed to the display section 50a. displayed in the center of the top, bottom, left and right. The zone entry image G72 functions as a display suggesting that the chance zone effect has started (transition to the chance zone).

Then, as shown in FIG. 37(C), the performance control microcomputer 121 displays the zone entry image G72 for a predetermined period of time (3 seconds in this embodiment) and then hides it. ” is displayed, and a zone end selection image G76 is displayed at the lower right portion of the display section 50a. The band image G74 is an image for indicating that the current performance mode is the chance zone. In addition, the zone end selection image G76 allows a chance zone end operation (hereinafter also simply referred to as "zone end operation") to end the chance zone and return to the normal effect mode (the effect mode in which the normal background is displayed). This is an image that shows that. That is, in this embodiment, when the chance zone is set, the player can arbitrarily end the chance zone and return to the normal performance mode (the mode in which the normal background is displayed). This point will be explained in detail later.

FIGS. 38 to 40 are diagrams showing specific examples of SP reach exclusively for chance zones. FIG. 38(A) shows the pending target that triggered the execution of the chance zone performance while the chance zone is set (while the forest background image G70 (chance background) etc. is displayed on the display unit 50a). This shows a scene where a variation effect based on has started. That is, the icon TA shown in FIG. 38(A) is a hold display related to the target hold that triggered the execution of the chance zone effect. Note that the display mode of the hold icon HA corresponding to the target hold is a normal display mode (white). It is also assumed that the performance control microcomputer 121 has decided to execute the chance zone exclusive SP reach in the variable performance based on this target suspension.

The chance zone exclusive SP reach is an SP reach that starts immediately without showing the process of establishing the reach when the variable display of the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 starts. That is, SP reach is executed using almost all of the fluctuation time of SP jackpot fluctuation. Such SP reach is referred to as direct SP reach. In this embodiment, the performance control microcomputer 121 executes a battle reach, in which a main character (knight) and a specific enemy character (a horse character with a horse motif) battle as a chance zone-dedicated SP reach. The performance content of this chance zone exclusive SP reach can be roughly divided into the first part and the second part. The first part of SP Reach exclusive to the Chance Zone depicts the growth process of the main character until he becomes a knight who can fight against enemy characters (Fig. 38). On the other hand, the latter part of the SP reach exclusively for the chance zone has a battle scene between the main character who has grown up and a specific enemy character (horse character) as the production content (FIGS. 39 and 40). In other words, SP Reach exclusive to the Chance Zone has performance content that allows the player to deeply understand the main character.

Specifically, in a variable performance that involves SP reach exclusive to the chance zone, as shown in FIGS. "Direct SP" is displayed in white letters in the background. This indicates to the player that SP reach has started. In addition, when displaying the characters "Direct SP", the production control microcomputer 121 displays both the left production symbol EZ1 and the right production symbol EZ3 as 7 symbols. This also allows the player to recognize that the started performance is a ready-to-win performance since the performance symbol is a ready-to-win performance. In this way, in a variable performance that involves SP reach exclusive to the chance zone, the process in which the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 become reach is not shown at all, and at the same time as the variable performance begins, an image (direct SP) that suggests the start of SP reach is displayed. character image) and a ready-to-reach state effect pattern are suddenly displayed (FIG. 38(B)).

Next, the production control microcomputer 121 returns the screen to the one displaying the forest background image G70, and displays the process of the main character's growth in the forest. That is, first, a scene in which the infant main character is interested in a toy sword is displayed in the forest (Figure 38 (C)), and then a scene in which the main character, who has grown up a little, is proudly playing with a toy sword is displayed. (Fig. 38(D)). Then, a scene in which the main character grows into a young man dedicates himself to practicing swordsmanship in the forest is displayed (Figure 38 (E) (F)), and then a scene in which the main character grows even further and becomes a fine knight is displayed. Display (Fig. 38(G)(H)). The series of effects shown in FIGS. 38(B) to 38(H) are the first stage of the chance zone exclusive SP reach. In this embodiment, while the forest background image G70 is displayed, an image G78 of a mini character (a fruit character with a fruit motif) representing a fairy living in the forest is displayed as appropriate (FIGS. 38(A), (C) to ()). (See H). By displaying this mini-character image G78, it is expressed that the forest in which the main character grew up is a special forest.

When the first part of the chance zone exclusive SP reach ends, the performance control microcomputer 121 starts the second part of the chance zone exclusive SP reach. In the latter part of the SP reach exclusively for the chance zone, an image is first displayed indicating that a battle between the main character and a specific enemy character (horse character) will begin in the forest (FIG. 39(A)). After that, a battle scene between the main character and a specific enemy character (horse character) is displayed. As a battle scene, a scene in which the main character performs a technique in the forest is displayed (Figure 39 (B)), or a scene in which a specific enemy character (horse character) performs a technique in the forest is displayed. (Figure 39(C)). Note that this horse character is the owner of the forest displayed as a background image. In other words, the content of the SP reach exclusive to the chance zone is related to the content of the chance zone production (display of the forest background image G70) in both the first and second parts.

Finally, in the latter part of the SP reach exclusively for the chance zone, a scene in which the main character and the horse character vie with each other against the background of the forest background image G70 is displayed (FIG. 40(A)), leading to a victory or failure (success or failure). In the winning/losing branch, an operation effect that prompts the user to operate the normal button 40 is performed over a scene in which the main character and the horse character fight each other in the forest (FIG. 40(B)). If the player operates the normal button 40 within the operation validity period of this operation performance, or if the operation validity period passes without operating the normal button 40, the chance zone exclusive SP reach based on the jackpot fluctuation If so, a victory effect (success effect, success mode) showing a scene in which the main character wins in the forest is displayed (FIG. 40(C)). Then, following the victory performance, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are definitely stopped and displayed on the double mark (stop mode indicating jackpot winning) while the forest background image G70 is displayed, and the small symbols KZ1 and KZ2 are , KZ3 are displayed in a stopped position (FIG. 40(D)). On the other hand, in the case of SP reach exclusively for the chance zone based on loss variation, a defeat effect (failure effect, failure mode) showing a scene in which the main character is defeated in the forest is displayed (FIG. 40(E)). Then, following the defeat effect, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are definitively stopped and displayed at reach loss eyes (stop mode indicating a loss) while the forest background image G70 is displayed, and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 is stopped and displayed when it loses (FIG. 40(F)).

In this manner, in this embodiment, the chance zone dedicated SP reach consisting of the front part shown in FIGS. 38(B) to (H) and the rear part shown in FIGS. may be executed. And, since this SP reach is a direct SP reach starting from the start of the variable production, compared to a game machine where the SP reach of simply performing a battle scene can be performed via the N reach, the SP reach is It is possible to provide high interest in terms of the unexpectedness of the start timing and the richness of the content of SP reach.

Note that after the chance zone exclusive SP reach is started, the band image G74 and the zone end selection image G76 are hidden even while the chance zone is being set (FIGS. 38 to 40). The reason why the band image G74 is hidden is to prevent the presentation from becoming complicated. Furthermore, the reason why the zone end selection image G76 is not displayed is because, as will be described later, the zone end operation becomes impossible after the chance zone exclusive SP reach is started.

FIG. 41 is a diagram showing a specific example of common SP reach. Common SP reach is an SP reach that is executed after the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 become reach in variable production and then N reach (see Figures 19 and 20), and in normal production mode (normal background is the display part). 50a) or the chance zone (the production mode in which the forest background image G70 (chance background) is displayed on the display section 50a). There is a certain SP reach.

In this embodiment, as a common SP reach, a battle performance is performed in which the main character (knight) battles with a predetermined enemy character (enemy characters other than the horse character that appears in the chance zone exclusive SP reach). The enemy character in the common SP reach is a character that is not related to the forest background image G70.

Specifically, in the common SP reach, an image is first displayed indicating that a battle between the main character and a predetermined enemy character will start in a location other than the forest (FIG. 41(A)). Next, a battle scene between the main character and a predetermined enemy character is displayed. As a battle scene, a scene in which the main character attacks a predetermined enemy character is displayed (FIG. 41(B)), and a success/failure branch is reached. Then, if the common SP reach being executed is based on jackpot fluctuations, a victory effect (success effect, success mode) indicating that the main character has won is displayed over the background image for victory (Fig. 41(C)). Following this victory effect, the background image is basically returned to the one before SP reach (in this example, it is returned to the daytime normal background image G102), and the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are changed to ZERO. At the same time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are stopped and displayed at the zero mark (FIG. 41(D)).

On the other hand, if it is a common SP reach based on loss variation, a defeat effect (failure effect, failure mode) indicating that the main character has been defeated is displayed over the background image for defeat (Figure 41 (E)) . Following this defeat performance, the background image is basically returned to the one before SP reach (in this example, it is returned to the daytime normal background image G102), and the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are returned to the state before SP reach is performed. At the same time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are stopped and displayed at the position of a loss (FIG. 41(F)).

Next, the chance zone ending operation will be explained based on FIGS. 42 to 44. In this embodiment, when the chance zone is set, the chance zone end operation is performed using the operation unit (normal button 40 and up/down/left/right select keys (not shown)) except during a predetermined end operation disabled period. This allows the player to end the chance zone. This function takes into account players who prefer the normal performance mode (the performance content when the normal background such as the daytime normal background image G102 is displayed) to the performance content of the chance zone. In other words, even if a player is set to a chance zone, he or she does not necessarily have to continue playing the game in that production mode with some variation, but can end the chance zone and return to the normal production mode according to his or her preference. is now possible. Although not shown in the drawings, it is assumed that the pachinko game machine PY1 has a select key consisting of four direction keys, up, down, left, and right, in the vicinity of the normal button 40. As the configuration regarding the select key, a known configuration may be appropriately adopted. Note that performing the opportunity zone ending operation is an example of the predetermined ending condition.

FIGS. 42 and 43 are timing charts showing the relationship between chance zone performance, SP reach, and chance zone end operation. FIG. 42 shows a case where, after the target suspension that triggers the execution of the chance zone effect occurs as suspension 4, the target suspension progresses in the order of suspension 3 → suspension 2 → suspension 1 → the fluctuation, and the target suspension progresses to the target suspension. The variation based on this shows the case where SP reach exclusively for the chance zone is executed. In this case, execution of the chance zone effect starts when the target hold is shifted to hold 3, and ends when the variation based on the target hold ends (FIG. 42(A)). Further, the chance zone dedicated SP reach is executed at the start of the fluctuation based on the target reservation, and the chance zone dedicated SP reach ends at the end of the fluctuation based on the target reservation (FIG. 42(B)). In this case, the period during which the chance zone end operation is possible is the period from when the chance zone effect starts until the chance zone exclusive SP reach starts, and while the chance zone exclusive SP reach is in progress, the chance zone end operation is possible. This becomes a period in which the termination operation is impossible (FIG. 42(C)).

This is because the content of the SP reach exclusive to the chance zone is related to the forest background image G70 displayed in the chance zone. In other words, when the chance zone exclusive SP reach has started, the effect related to the forest background image G70 has already been executed, and it is not desirable to stop this effect midway through, so the chance zone end operation must be performed. It is considered impossible.

FIG. 43 shows a case where after the target suspension that triggers the execution of the chance zone effect occurs as suspension 4, the target suspension progresses in the order of suspension 3 → suspension 2 → suspension 1 → the fluctuation, and the target suspension becomes The variation based on this shows the case where common SP reach is executed. In this case, the execution of the chance zone effect is started when the target hold is shifted to hold 3, and the execution of the chance zone effect is ended when the fluctuation based on the target hold ends (FIG. 43(A)). In addition, in the variation based on target holding, the common SP reach starts after the normal variation and N reach are performed, and shortly before the end of the variation based on target holding (displaying the background image according to the production mode and The common SP reach ends (before the time required to definitively stop and display EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3) (FIG. 43(B)). In this case, the period during which the chance zone end operation can be performed is the period from when the chance zone effect is started until the end of the common SP reach (FIG. 43(C)). That is, unlike during the execution of the chance zone exclusive SP reach, the execution of the common SP reach becomes an end operation possible period in which the chance zone end operation is possible.

This is because the performance content of the common SP reach is not related to the forest background image G70 displayed in the chance zone. In other words, even if the chance zone end operation is performed after the start of the common SP reach, there will be no inconsistency in the production content. Therefore, in this embodiment, the chance zone ending operation is possible even while the common SP reach is in progress.

FIG. 44 shows a specific example of a case where, after the chance zone effect is executed, the common SP reach is executed in a variation based on the target hold that triggered the execution of the chance zone effect. As shown in FIG. 44(A), the icon TA in the normal display mode is displayed as the hold display related to the target hold, and the forest background image G70 is displayed on the display unit 50a as the background image. Also displayed on the display unit 50a is a band image G74 indicating that the zone is set to the "opportunity zone" and a zone end selection image G76 indicating that the chance zone end operation is possible.

While the forest background image G70, the band image G74, and the zone end selection image G76 are displayed in this way, the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 reach reach (FIG. 44(B)), and then the common SP Reach begins. When the common SP reach starts, the forest background image G70 is hidden, a background image (not shown) for the common SP reach that shows a scene other than a forest is displayed, and the band image G74 is also hidden, The zone end selection image G76 continues to be displayed (FIG. 44(C)). In other words, the chance zone end operation is possible even during execution of the common SP reach. If the common SP reach ends without the chance zone end operation being performed, as shown in FIG. This is performed using the same forest background image G70 as the background image before the execution of the common SP reach.

On the other hand, if the chance zone end operation is performed during the execution of the common SP reach (FIG. 44(E)) and the common SP reach ends, as shown in FIG. 44(F), the production pattern EZ1, Definite stop display of EZ2, EZ3 and small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 is performed using the daytime normal background image G102 (normal background) as the background image.

Here, the chance zone ending operation will be explained. The opportunity zone ending operation is performed by moving the selection cursor displayed on the zone ending selection image G76 from the default NO position (see FIG. 44(C)) to the YES position (see FIG. 44(D)) using the select key (up). This is an operation in which movement is performed by operating a direction key, down direction key), and determination (confirmation) is performed by operating a normal button 40. In this embodiment, the zone end selection image G76 includes a text image of "Zone End?" that asks whether to end the chance zone, and an image of options in response to the question (an image of NO, an image of YES). ), and images of the up and down keys indicating that the selection cursor can be moved using the up and down keys. The method of the chance zone end operation can be changed as appropriate, and the display content of the zone end selection image G76 can be changed as appropriate depending on the method of the chance zone end operation.

Next, an example of execution of a composite performance executed based on the results of the above-described hold display change performance lottery, chance zone performance lottery, and SP reach lottery will be described based on FIG. 45. FIG. 45 shows the case where the target hold that triggered the execution of the hold display change effect or chance zone effect progresses as follows: hold 4 → hold 3 → hold 2 → hold 1 → the change (change based on target hold). It is a table showing the transition of states of each production element of a hold display, a background image, and a reach production. In addition, it is assumed that the target suspension of each performance execution example shown in FIG. 45 is a special symbol suspension related to SP fluctuation (SP jackpot fluctuation, SP loss fluctuation).

“Execution execution example 1” shown in FIG. 45 is a holding change scenario No. 1 in which the final display mode is red when the fourth special figure holding occurs. An example of a case where it is decided to execute the hold display change effect of 012 (see FIG. 34), it is decided not to execute the chance zone effect, and it is decided to execute the common SP reach at the start of the variation based on the target hold. It is. In this "execution example 1", a flashing white hold icon HA is displayed when a target hold occurs, and a blue hold icon is displayed when the hold icon HA related to the target hold shifts from the hold 3 position to the hold 2 position. Further, when the hold icon HA related to the target hold is shifted from the hold 2 position to the hold 1 position, the hold icon HA is changed to a red hold icon HA. The red icon TA is also displayed as a pending display regarding the change. During this time, a normal background such as the daytime normal background image G102 continues to be displayed as the background image. In the variable performance based on target retention, after the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are set as reach, they are developed into a common SP reach. According to this performance execution example 1, when the target is suspended, the flashing white pending icon HA is displayed, and when the target becomes pending 2, the blue pending icon HA is displayed, so that the player gradually The expectation of winning the jackpot is increased, and eventually the red pending icon HA increases, further increasing the expectation of winning the jackpot. In this embodiment, the icon TA and the pending icon HA are not displayed during the SP reach, but the icon TA and the pending icon HA may continue to be displayed even during the SP reach.

Here, FIG. 46 is a diagram showing the display section 50a from the occurrence of the target suspension to the start of the variable performance based on the target suspension in the performance execution example 1. As shown in FIGS. 46(A) and 46(B), while the daytime normal background image G102 (normal background) is displayed, a white flashing (first special As shown in FIG. 46(C), even when the target hold is hold 3, the special figure 1 hold icon HA1 of blinking white (first special display mode) is displayed. is displayed. As shown in FIG. 46(D), when the hold display related to the target hold is shifted from hold 3 to hold 2, the display mode of the special figure 1 hold icon HA1 corresponding to the target hold is blue (the 2 special display mode), and furthermore, as shown in FIG. The display mode of the icon HA1 changes to red (third special display mode). When the variation based on the target suspension is started, as shown in FIG. 46(F), the red icon TA is displayed as a suspension display related to the target suspension. Note that in the variation based on this target suspension, the common SP reach shown in FIG. 41 is executed.

“Execution execution example 2” shown in FIG. 45 is a holding change scenario No. 2 in which the display mode of the holding display remains white when the fourth special figure holding occurs. 041 (see FIG. 34) is determined, and it is decided to execute the chance zone performance, and the chance zone end operation is not performed during the chance zone performance, and the common SP reach is executed at the start of the variation based on the target hold. This is an example of a case where it is decided to do so. In this "effect execution example 2", a white pending icon HA is displayed when a target is pending, and the icon TA remains even while the pending icon HA related to the target pending is from the pending 3 position to the pending 1 position. Even after this, the white display mode remains unchanged. On the other hand, the background image is changed from the normal background to the forest background image G70 (chance background) when the target pending becomes the third special figure pending (pending 3). The forest background image G70 is displayed until the common SP reach is executed in the variation. According to this performance execution example 2, when the target pending becomes pending 3, the chance zone performance is executed, thereby increasing the player's expectations for winning the jackpot (see FIG. 37).

"Execution execution example 3" shown in FIG. 45 is a reservation change scenario No. 3 in which the display mode of the reservation display remains white when the fourth special symbol reservation occurs. 041 (see Figure 34) is determined, and it is decided to execute the chance zone performance, and the chance zone end operation is not performed during the chance zone performance, and the chance zone exclusive SP reach is performed at the start of the variation based on the target hold. This is an example of a case where it is decided to execute . In this "effect execution example 3", a white pending icon HA is displayed when a target is pending, and the icon TA remains even while the pending icon HA related to the target pending is from the pending 3 position to the pending 1 position. Even after this, the white display mode remains unchanged. On the other hand, the background image is changed from the normal background to the forest background image G70 (chance background) when the target pending becomes the third special figure pending (pending 3). The forest background image G70 is displayed until the end of the variation. In this variation, a chance zone exclusive SP reach is executed in response to the start of the variation. According to this effect execution example 3, when the target pending becomes pending 3, the chance zone effect is executed, which increases the player's expectations for winning the jackpot (see FIG. 37), and changes based on the target pending. The SP reach exclusive to the chance zone is executed in the event, further heightening expectations for winning the jackpot (see FIGS. 38 to 40).

"Execution example 4" shown in FIG. 45 is a hold change scenario No. 4 in which the display mode of the hold display remains white when the fourth special figure hold occurs. 041 (see Figure 34) is determined, it is decided to execute the chance zone effect, and when the target pending is the second special figure pending (hold 2), the chance zone end operation is performed and the target is held. This is an example of a case where it is decided to execute a common SP reach at the start of a base variation. In this "execution example 4", a white pending icon HA is displayed when a target is held, and the icon TA is displayed even while the pending icon HA related to the target pending is from the pending 3 position to the pending 1 position. Even after this, the white display mode remains unchanged. On the other hand, the background image is changed from the normal background to the forest background image G70 (chance background) when the target pending becomes the third special figure pending (pending 3). However, since the chance zone end operation was performed when the target was on hold 2, when the first target (on hold 1) was reached, the forest background image G70 (chance background) was changed back to the normal background. . In other words, in this embodiment, if the zone end operation is performed while the target hold is from hold 3 to hold 1, the target is returned to the normal background at the start of the next change. In addition, if the zone end operation is performed after the start of variation based on target retention and before the end of common SP reach, the background image after the end of common SP reach in variation based on target retention is returned to the normal background. (See FIGS. 44(E) and (F)).

In the production execution example 4, the normal background returned from the forest background image G70 is displayed until the common SP reach is executed in the variation based on target suspension. According to this performance execution example 4, the player can increase his/her expectations for winning the jackpot by executing the chance zone performance when the target pending becomes pending 3, and the player can also increase his or her expectations for winning the jackpot if the chance zone is not his/her preference. It is possible to end the process and enjoy the fluctuations based on target retention in the normal performance mode. Regarding this point, in this embodiment, SP Reach exclusive to the Chance Zone is a performance with an extremely high expectation of jackpot (Figure 36), so for players who do not like such a performance with a high jackpot expectation level, the Chance Zone By performing the termination operation, it is possible to eliminate the possibility that the SP reach exclusively for the chance zone will be selected as the variable SP reach based on the target reservation, and it is possible to enjoy waiting for the result of whether or not you win the jackpot with the common SP reach. is possible.

"Execution example 5" shown in FIG. 45 is a pending change scenario No. 5 in which the final display mode becomes white with a permanent change stop effect when the fourth special figure is held. 042 (see Figure 34) is determined, and it is decided to execute the chance zone performance, and the chance zone end operation is not performed during the chance zone performance, and the chance zone exclusive SP reach is performed at the start of the variation based on the target hold. This is an example of a case where it is decided to execute . In this "effect execution example 5", when a target is held, a blinking white holding icon HA (first special display mode) is displayed, and the holding icon HA related to the target holding is shifted from the holding 3 position to the holding 2 position. When this happens, the icon changes to a blue (second special display mode) pending icon HA. The process up to this point is the same as the first example of performance execution described above. Therefore, when the target is pending, the flashing white pending icon HA is displayed, and when the target is pending, the blue pending icon HA is displayed, which gradually increases the expectation of winning the jackpot. We will continue to improve.

However, in this performance execution example 5, when the hold icon HA related to the target hold is shifted from the hold 2 position to the hold 1 position, it is changed to a white (normal display mode) hold icon HA. That is, the display mode of the pending display is returned from the special display mode to the normal display mode, and the pending display changing effect is ended (the persistent change canceling effect is executed). Thereafter, the display mode of the pending display remains white (normal display mode) until the variation based on the target pending is completed.

Also, as a background image, a normal background such as the daytime normal background image G102 is displayed until the target is on hold 4 and 2, but when the target is on hold 1, the persistent change effect is executed. Shortly thereafter, the normal background is changed to the forest background image G70 (chance background). In other words, in the performance execution example 5, the chance zone performance is performed after the persistent change performance is performed. For this reason, players were initially surprised at the novelty of the pending display, which had previously been blue due to the change-in-stop effect, but then changed to white, which is less likely to be expected to be a jackpot, but were disappointed. However, soon after that, a chance zone performance was performed, and he started to have hopes of winning the jackpot again. In other words, according to the present embodiment, it is possible to perform a production with novel content that stirs the emotions of the player.

The forest background image G70 is displayed until the end of the variation based on target suspension. In a variation based on target suspension, a chance zone dedicated SP reach is executed in response to the start of variation. By executing this SP reach exclusive to the chance zone, the player has strong expectations for winning the jackpot, thinking that he has won the jackpot after all, even though the permanent change cancellation effect has been executed.

Here, the specific performance from the occurrence of the target suspension to the start of the variable performance based on the target suspension in the performance execution example 5 is the flow shown in FIGS. 46(A) to 46(D) and FIG. 47. That is, as shown in FIGS. 46(A) and 46(B), while the daytime normal background image G102 (normal background) is being displayed, the white blinking (second 1 special display mode) is displayed, and as shown in FIG. 46(C), even when the target hold is hold 3, the special figure 1 hold icon HA1 flashes white (first special display mode). Icon HA1 is displayed. As shown in FIG. 46(D), when the hold display related to the target hold is shifted from hold 3 to hold 2, the display mode of the special figure 1 hold icon HA1 corresponding to the target hold is blue (the 2 special display mode). The process up to this point is the same as the first production execution example described above.

However, when the hold display related to the target hold is shifted from hold 2 to hold 1, as shown in FIG. display mode). In other words, the persistent change effect is executed. At this time, an image G80 of a speech bubble in which the words "Stop change!" is written is displayed above the white special figure 1 reservation icon HA1 related to the target reservation. This balloon image G80 is an image that suggests that the pending display change effect has been cancelled. This balloon image G80 is hidden for a predetermined period of time (2 seconds in this embodiment), and then, while the previous variation of the target hold is still being performed, as shown in FIG. 47(B), , the background image is changed to the forest background image G70, and the zone entry image G72 is displayed. In other words, the chance zone effect is executed. Then, while the forest background image G70 is being displayed, a variable effect based on the target hold is started (see FIG. 47(C)), and in this variable effect, SP reach exclusively for the chance zone will be performed (see FIG. 38). ~See Figure 40).

Note that the format of the transition of the display mode of the hold display in the first example of performance execution shown in FIG. 45 (the formats shown in FIGS. 46A to 46F) is an example of the first format of the hold display change performance. Further, the format of the transition of the display mode of the pending display in the performance execution example 5 shown in FIG. 45 (the formats shown in FIGS. 46(A) to 46(D) and FIG. 47) is an example of the second format.

Next, based on FIGS. 48 to 50, prohibitions on pre-reading effects will be explained. As described above, in the pachinko game machine PY1 of this embodiment, when playing left-handed in a non-time-saving state, a prize is won in the first starting hole 11 and a winning is made in the second starting hole 12 (Fig. 30). Therefore, if a prize to the first starting port 11 and a prize to the second starting port 12 occur at the same time (if special drawing 1 reservation and special drawing 2 reservation occur at the same time), only one of the prizes will be won. If the holding display change effect lottery and the chance zone effect lottery are executed in the same way as when the change occurs, various look-ahead effects will be mixed, making it difficult for players to recognize which changes they should expect. There is a risk that it will become. Therefore, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 48, a lottery for the pending display change effect and a lottery for the chance zone effect are performed.

Specifically, when a prize is won in the first starting port 11 and a prize is not won in the second starting port 12, the production control microcomputer 121 controls the pending display change production based on the special drawing 1 pending that has occurred. A lottery (FIGS. 33 and 34) is performed, and a lottery for a chance zone effect (FIG. 35) is also performed (see timing t1 shown in FIG. 48). In addition, if a prize has been won in the second starting port 12 and a prize has not been won in the first starting port 11, the performance control microcomputer 121 performs a lottery for the pending display change performance based on the special drawing 2 pending that has occurred. , Furthermore, a chance zone performance lottery is also held (see timing t2 shown in FIG. 48). On the other hand, if a winning in the first starting port 11 and a winning in the second starting port 12 occur at the same time, the performance control microcomputer 121 will suspend the pre-read performance based on the special drawing 1 reservation that has occurred. Only the lottery for the chance zone performance is performed without the lottery for the display change performance. On the other hand, regarding the look-ahead performance based on the generated special figure 2 reservation, a lottery is performed for the reservation display change performance and then a lottery for the chance zone performance is performed (see timing t3 shown in FIG. 48). In this case, the chance zone performance lottery based on winnings in the first starting slot 11 will be based on the chance zone effect shown in FIG. Decide whether or not to perform the performance.

FIG. 49 shows the holding display change effect when a winning in the first starting opening 11 and a winning in the second starting opening 12 occur at the same time (when special drawing 1 holding and special drawing 2 holding occur at the same time). It is a figure showing an example of execution. FIG. 49(A) shows a situation where two special symbols 1 are reserved and no special symbols 2 are reserved while the daytime normal background image G102 is displayed. In such a situation, it is assumed that a winning in the first starting port 11 and a winning in the second starting port 12 occur at the same time. In this case, the display mode of the pending display based on the winning in the first start opening 11 is determined to be a white display mode without going through the lottery of the pending display change effect. On the other hand, the display mode of the hold display based on winning in the second start opening 12 is determined by a lottery of hold display change effects. In this example, it is assumed that it has been decided to display the red pending icon HA from the pending display at the time of winning as the display mode of the pending display based on winning to the second start opening 12.

In this case, as shown in FIG. 49(B), a white special figure 1 hold icon HA1 is displayed as a hold display related to the third special figure 1 hold, and a hold display related to the first special figure 2 hold. A red special map 2 pending icon HA2 is displayed as follows. In this embodiment, the variation of special figure 2 is executed with priority over the variation of special figure 1. Therefore, the next change will be a change related to the red special figure 2 reservation icon HA2. Therefore, the player can expect to win a jackpot by focusing only on the fluctuations related to the red pending display. If the red special figure 1 hold icon HA1 is also displayed as the hold display related to the third special figure 1 hold, the player will not be able to see the red special figure 2 hold icon HA2 that will be executed first. There is a concern that such fluctuations may prevent players from concentrating on their expectations of winning the jackpot and enjoying the game. In this form, when a winning in the first starting opening 11 and a winning in the second starting opening 12 occur at the same time (when special drawing 1 reservation and special drawing 2 reservation occur at the same time), the special Since the hold display change effect is not executed based on the hold shown in FIG. 1, it is possible to eliminate the above concern.

In addition, in this embodiment, unless a winning in the first starting port 11 and a winning in the second starting port 12 occur at the same time, a pending display in a special display mode related to one of the starting ports is displayed. It is possible to display a hold display in a special display mode related to the other starting port when the other start port is in use. In this case, it is thought that there is less risk of being confused by the content of the performance by understanding the meaning of the performance one by one in the order of occurrence.

Incidentally, even if a winning in the first starting opening 11 and a winning in the second starting opening 12 occur at the same time, the lottery for the chance zone performance is performed for both winnings, respectively. In this form, when the permanent change stop effect is not executed, the chance zone effect in which special figure 2 hold is the target hold is performed at the beginning of the shift of special figure 2 hold, and the chance zone effect in which special figure 1 hold is the target hold. is performed at the beginning of the shift when special drawing 1 is reserved. Therefore, even if it is decided to execute the chance zone effect in both the lottery for the chance zone effect based on the newly generated special figure 2 reservation and the lottery for the chance zone effect based on the special figure 1 reservation, the special figure 2 Since the execution of the chance zone effect based on the hold is completed first, and the execution of the chance zone effect based on the special drawing 1 hold is then started, there is a risk that players may be confused by the content of the play and their interest in the game may decrease. This is because it is thought that there is no such thing.

8. Effects of the Embodiment As described above in detail, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, as a look-ahead effect, there is a hold display change effect (FIG. 46) that can be advanced in stages, and a chance zone effect (FIG. 37). It is possible to execute the hold display change effect in the first format (the formats shown in FIGS. 46A to 46F) and in the second format (FIG. 46) that ends in the middle of the first format. (A) to (D) and the format shown in FIG. 47). Therefore, even if the hold display is displayed in a special mode (blinking white or blue), a sense of tension arises in that the display may return to the normal display mode (white), which is expected to increase interest.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, even when the hold display change effect is performed in the second format with the constant change stop effect, the chance zone effect is returned after returning to the hold display in the normal display mode (white). 47, FIG. 35), it is possible to maintain the expectation of winning a jackpot, and it is expected that interest will increase.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, even if the ball enters the first starting port 11 and the ball enters the second starting port 12 at the same time, the hold display change performance is performed when the ball enters the second starting port 12. Since only those based on balls are executed (FIGS. 48 and 49), it is possible to prevent the presentation from becoming complicated and to prevent a loss of interest.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, the display mode of the pending display (the production mode of the pending display change performance) is better when the pending display is not red than when it is red (third special mode), which has a high expectation of a jackpot. Since the chance zone effect is executed at a high rate after the change effect (Figures 34 and 35), a pending display is displayed in blinking white (first special display mode) or blue (second special display mode). It is possible to maintain the expectation of winning a jackpot even when the game is a big hit, and it is expected to increase interest.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, the second format in which the hold display change performance is terminated midway through the first format (the formats shown in FIGS. 46(A) to (F)) It can be said that when executed in the format shown in FIGS. 46(A) to (D) and FIG. 47, the chance zone effect is executed more often after the hold display change effect (see FIG. 34). , Figure 35). Therefore, even if the pending display change effect ends during the first format, the player can expect the chance zone effect to be executed, and an improvement in game interest can be expected.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment, the chance zone dedicated SP reach according to the chance zone performance after the hold display change performance is executed in conjunction with the variable performance (notification performance that notifies the result of the special drawing lottery). (FIG. 36, FIG. 38 to FIG. 40), it is possible to suitably improve the interest of the variation effect in the chance zone.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, the player can arbitrarily end the chance zone by performing a chance zone end operation, but this chance zone end operation Since this is possible only during the execution (Fig. 42, Fig. 43), it is possible to concentrate the player's attention on the performance while the chance zone exclusive SP reach is being executed, and this reduces the interest in the chance zone and the chance zone exclusive SP reach. Can be suppressed.

9. Modification Examples Modification examples of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described below. Of course, the configurations according to the modified examples may be combined as appropriate. Further, the technical features in the above embodiments and the modified examples described below can be deleted as appropriate unless they are described as essential in this specification.

<Second embodiment>
In the first embodiment described above, when the final display mode of the pending display is determined to be white (normal display mode), the pending change scenarios (No. 42 and No. 44 shown in FIG. 34) with a persistent change cancellation effect are selected. The configuration is such that it can be used. On the other hand, the pachinko game machine of the second embodiment does not have a pending change scenario accompanied by a permanent change cancellation effect. That is, as shown in FIG. 50, when the final display mode of the pending display is determined to be white (normal display mode), the pending display related to any special figure pending from the 4th to the 1st. The hold icon HA is also displayed in white (normal display mode), and the icon TA is also displayed in white (normal display mode). In other words, when the final display mode of the hold display is determined to be white (normal display mode), the hold display change effect is not performed at all. Note that the final display mode of the hold display is determined based on the table shown in FIG. 33, similar to the first embodiment.

In the pachinko game machine of the second embodiment, the lottery for the chance zone performance subsequent to the lottery for the pending change display performance is performed based on the table shown in FIG. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 51, if the result of the look-ahead determination is a jackpot, and the final display mode of the pending display is "white", the performance control microcomputer 121 will enter the chance zone at a rate of 65%. Execute the effect, and do not execute the chance zone effect at a rate of 35%. Further, if the final display mode of the hold display is "blinking white", the chance zone effect is executed at a rate of 60%, and the chance zone effect is not executed at a rate of 40%. Further, if the final display mode of the pending display is "blue", the chance zone effect is executed at a rate of 55%, and the chance zone effect is not executed at a rate of 45%. Further, if the final display mode of the pending display is "red", the chance zone effect is executed at a rate of 50%, and the chance zone effect is not executed at a rate of 50%.

Furthermore, if the result of the look-ahead determination is SP reach loss and the final display mode of the pending display is "white", the production control microcomputer 121 executes the chance zone production at a rate of 15%, and at a rate of 85%. Do not perform chance zone production. Further, if the final display mode of the hold display is "blinking white", the chance zone effect is executed at a rate of 12%, and the chance zone effect is not executed at a rate of 88%. Further, if the final display mode of the pending display is "blue", the chance zone effect is executed at a rate of 9%, and the chance zone effect is not executed at a rate of 91%. Further, if the final display mode of the pending display is "red", the chance zone effect is executed at a rate of 6%, and the chance zone effect is not executed at a rate of 94%.

In addition, if the result of the look-ahead determination is L reach loss or N reach loss, and the final display mode of the pending display is "white", the performance control microcomputer 121 executes the chance zone performance at a rate of 4%, and at a rate of 96%. Opportunity zone production is not executed at a rate of . Further, if the final display mode of the hold display is "blinking white", the chance zone effect is executed at a rate of 3%, and the chance zone effect is not executed at a rate of 97%. Further, if the final display mode of the pending display is "blue", the chance zone effect is executed at a rate of 2%, and the chance zone effect is not executed at a rate of 98%. Further, if the final display mode of the pending display is "red", the chance zone effect is executed at a rate of 1%, and the chance zone effect is not executed at a rate of 99%.

In addition, when it is decided to perform the chance zone performance, in any case, the execution of the chance zone performance is started at the time of the first shift of the target hold that triggered the execution of the chance zone performance.

In this way, in the second embodiment, the chance zone effect is more easily executed when the look-ahead determination result is a jackpot than when it is a loss (SP reach loss, L reach loss, N reach loss). . Also. The chance zone effect is most likely to be executed when the final display mode of the pending display is "white", which has the lowest jackpot expectation, regardless of whether the look-ahead judgment result is a jackpot, SP reach loss, L reach loss, or N reach loss. If the final display mode of the pending display is "blinking white", which has the next lowest expectation of a jackpot, it is likely to be executed next, and if the final display mode of the pending display is "blue", which has the next lowest expectation of a jackpot. is the next most likely to be executed, and the case where the final display mode of the pending display is "red", which has the highest jackpot expectation, is the most difficult to execute. In other words, in this embodiment, the lower the expectation of a jackpot is in the display mode of the pending display, the easier it is to execute the chance zone performance with a higher expectation of a jackpot. Therefore, even if the display mode of the pending display is such that the expectation level of a jackpot is relatively low, the player can expect to see the chance zone effect executed, which reduces the degree of disappointment and increases the enjoyment of the game.

In the second embodiment, the hold change scenario includes a scenario in which the hold display at the time of winning is set to the normal display mode and the target hold of the hold display change effect changes to a special display mode until the target hold of the hold display change effect reaches the change. Scenario No. 32 and No. 34 shown in No. 50), but if there is a case where the special display mode is displayed, it may be configured to always display it in one of the special display modes from the time of winning. This also applies to the first embodiment described above. In addition, in such a configuration, the execution timing of the hold display change effect (at the time of winning a prize) is earlier than the execution timing of the chance zone effect (when the special figure hold is shifted) (execution based on the occurrence of target hold). It can be said that the timing is early.

In addition, in the second embodiment, by varying the execution rate of the chance zone effect based on the type of the final display mode of the pending display, a display mode with a low jackpot expectation is set in the chance zone more than a display mode with a high jackpot expectation. Achieved an easy configuration. On the other hand, the setting timing of the chance zone (execution timing of the chance zone effect) can be changed to "When winning a prize", "When the target is on hold 3", "When the target is on hold 2", "When the target is on hold", "When the target is on hold" 1," and "When changing based on target retention." In this lottery, the display mode of the retention display related to the target retention is determined by referring to the lottery results of the retention change scenario. By configuring the timing in which the display mode has a lower jackpot expectation, it is more likely to be selected when the look-ahead determination result is a jackpot, and less likely to be selected when it is a loss, the display mode with a lower jackpot expectation is more likely to be selected. A configuration may be realized in which the display mode is more likely to be set as a chance zone. A chance zone performance (preliminary performance with high expectations) that is performed when the expectation of winning a jackpot is low creates a stronger sense of elation in the player than a chance zone performance that is performed when the player already has high expectations. This is because it can make you feel. In addition, when configured in this way, a hold display change effect in which the final display mode of the hold display is red is more likely to be set in the chance zone than a hold display change effect in which the final display mode of the hold display is blue or flashing white. It may be configured as follows.

<Other change examples>
The types of pending change scenarios and the display modes of pending display shown in the above embodiments (first embodiment, second embodiment) are merely examples, and can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

In the above configuration, the zone end operation during the chance zone cannot be performed while the chance zone dedicated SP reach is being executed, but can be performed while the chance zone dedicated SP reach is not being executed (Fig. 42, 43). In other words, the configuration is such that it is easier to end the chance zone by the zone end operation when the chance zone dedicated SP reach is not being executed in the chance zone than when the chance zone dedicated SP reach is being executed in the chance zone. On the other hand, a configuration may be adopted in which the zone end operation in the chance zone can be executed only during the chance zone exclusive SP reach. Specifically, for example, a configuration is adopted in which a zone end operation is accepted only during the execution period of the first part of the chance zone dedicated SP reach, which is a direct SP reach, and if the zone end operation is performed during this period, the chance zone dedicated SP reach is Instead of the latter part, another SP reach (for example, the common SP reach in the above embodiment) having the same performance time as this latter part may be executed. Even with this configuration, the content of the first part of the SP reach exclusive to the chance zone (the process of the main character growing into a knight) and the content of the production of another SP reach that follows (the battle between the main character and the enemy character) ) will not break down. According to this configuration, a player who wants to see the first part of the SP Reach exclusive to the Chance Zone, but who wants to see a battle scene with an enemy character different from the enemy character of the SP Reach exclusive to the Chance Zone. This makes it possible to satisfy the needs of the players, and prevents a drop in interest in the Chance Zone and the Chance Zone-exclusive SP Reach. In addition, such a configuration makes it easier to end the chance zone by the zone end operation when the chance zone dedicated SP reach is being executed in the chance zone than when the chance zone dedicated SP reach is not being executed in the chance zone. This can be said to be a configuration in which the zone termination condition is easily satisfied.

Further, in the above embodiment, the chance zone is configured to be able to be terminated based on the zone termination operation (the condition for termination of the chance zone is that the zone termination operation is performed), but the second gate 29 that can be passed through by hitting the right hand It is also possible to adopt a configuration in which the chance zone can be terminated based on the passing of the game ball to the second gate 29 (a configuration in which the condition for ending the chance zone is the passage of the game ball to the second gate 29). Note that the period during which the chance zone can be terminated by passing the game ball to the second gate 29 can be set, for example, to the same period as the period during which the zone termination operation is possible in the above embodiment.

Further, in the above embodiment, a configuration may be adopted in which a period during which the chance zone ending operation is possible is provided based on a lottery. In this case, the period during which the chance zone end operation can be performed may be configured to be less likely to be set while the chance zone exclusive SP reach is being executed, compared to when the chance zone exclusive SP reach is not being executed. During the execution, the possible period of the chance zone ending operation may be configured to be more easily set than when the chance zone exclusive SP reach is not executed. The lottery for setting the period during which the chance zone ending operation can be performed may be performed at a predetermined period (for example, every 20 seconds).

Furthermore, in the above embodiment, when a winning in the first starting port 11 and a winning in the second starting port 12 occur at the same time, the pending display change effect is executed based on the winning in the first starting port 11. Although there is no chance zone effect, the structure is such that the chance zone effect may be executed. On the other hand, a configuration may also be adopted in which neither the hold display change effect nor the chance zone effect is executed based on winning at the first starting port 11.

In addition, in the above embodiment, when a winning in the first starting port 11 and a winning in the second starting port 12 occur at the same time, no lottery is performed for the pending display change effect based on the winning in the first starting port 11. However, only when a holding change scenario accompanied by a holding change cancellation effect is selected after a holding display change effect is drawn based on winnings in the first starting opening 11, the hold display of this hold change scenario is selected. It is also possible to adopt a configuration in which no change effect is performed. This is because when this pending change scenario is selected, the presentation is likely to be more complicated than when other pending change scenarios are selected, as it involves the novel presentation of the persistent change cancellation effect.

Conversely, only when a holding change scenario accompanied by a holding change cancellation effect is selected after a holding display change effect is drawn based on winnings in the first start opening 11, the hold display change of this hold change scenario A configuration may be adopted in which the performance is performed and when another hold change scenario is selected, the hold display change effect is not performed. This is because the suspended change scenario that accompanies the permanent change cancellation performance is a novel performance, so by not performing prohibition processing only for such special performances, it is possible to suppress a decline in game interest.

Furthermore, even if a winning in the first starting port 11 and a winning in the second starting port 12 occur at the same time, a lottery for the pending display change effect will be held based on the winning in the first starting port 11. , If it is decided to perform a hold display change effect in which the final display mode is "blinking white" or "blue", the hold display change effect is performed, but the hold display change effect in which the final display mode is "red" is performed. If it is determined to perform the holding display change effect, the configuration may be such that the hold display change effect is not performed. With this configuration, it is possible to avoid a situation in which red pending display is included in both the special figure 1 pending icon HA1 and the special figure 2 pending icon HA2, and the player's attention can be focused on one performance with high expectations for a jackpot. This is because it can increase interest in the game. Conversely, if it is decided to perform a hold display change effect in which the final display mode is "blinking white" or "blue", the hold display change effect is not performed, but the hold display mode is "red" in the final display mode. When it is determined to perform a display change effect, a configuration may be adopted in which a pending display change effect is performed. This is because, with such a configuration, the opportunity to execute the "red" pending display change performance with high expectations for a jackpot is not lost, so it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest in the game.

In addition, in the above embodiment, if a winning in the first starting port 11 and a winning in the second starting port 12 occur at the same time, execution of the pending display change effect based on winning in the first starting port 11 is restricted. However, if the effects of this configuration are not required, a configuration may be adopted that does not have such restrictions at all.

In addition, in the above embodiment, the special figure 2 determination process is performed with priority over the special figure 1 determination process (the variable display of special figure 2 is performed with priority over the variable display of special figure 1), It is also possible to adopt a configuration in which the special figure 1 determination process is performed with priority over the special figure 2 determination process (the variable display of the special figure 1 is performed with priority over the variable display of the special figure 2). In this case, it is preferable to make the special drawing 1 drawing a drawing that is easier to win a jackpot that is more advantageous than the special drawing 2 drawing. In addition, in this case, when a winning in the first starting port 11 and a winning in the second starting port 12 occur at the same time, both the pending display change effect and the chance zone effect based on the winning in the first starting port 11 are executed. However, it is preferable to adopt a configuration in which, based on winning in the second starting opening 12, only the chance zone effect can be executed without executing the pending display change effect.

In addition, in the above embodiment, the chance zone performance is performed as a look-ahead performance (a performance that can be performed over multiple variations based on a look-ahead judgment, and is a preview performance that makes you expect a jackpot win), but the chance zone performance is not performed as a look-ahead performance. , it may be configured to be executed as a notice at the time of the fluctuation (a performance that is performed only during the fluctuation based on the lottery at the start of the fluctuation, and that makes you expect a jackpot win). In this case, the setting of the chance zone is performed only for one variation based on the special symbol variation start command. In addition, when executing the chance zone exclusive SP reach with the variation set in the chance zone, immediately after executing the effect suggesting the setting of the chance zone (Figure 37 (B)), the chance zone exclusive SP reach (Figure 38 (B) to (H), FIGS. 39 and 40) may be executed.

In addition, in the above embodiment, only a scenario in which the display mode of the pending display immediately returns from blue (second special display mode) to white (normal display mode) is provided as a pending change scenario accompanied by a permanent change cancellation effect. In addition to or in place of this scenario, the blue (second special display mode) pending display is temporarily lowered by one rank to the white blinking (first special display mode) pending display, and then the white ( It may be configured to have a scenario of returning to the hold display (ending the hold display change effect) in the normal display mode.

Further, in the above embodiment, the selection ratio of each lottery can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game. For example, in the above form, regarding a production with a distribution rate of 0% (configuration that is never executed), if the role of the production is not hindered, it may be possible to execute it with a small probability (for example, about 1%). Good too.

Moreover, in the above-mentioned form, it is good also as a structure where SP reach only for a chance zone can be performed only when a permanent change stop performance is performed.

Further, in the above embodiment, the hold display change performance and the chance zone performance are performed during the non-time saving state, but the gaming state in which these performances are performed is not limited to the non-time saving state. In addition, in the above embodiment, setting the normal effect mode in which a normal background such as the daytime normal background image G102 is displayed corresponds to the "normal effect," but the hold display change effect and chance zone effect have high probability. In the case of a configuration in which the process is performed in a state or a time-saving state, it is usually set to a variable-probability production mode in which a background image G105 for probability variation is displayed, or a time-saving production mode in which a background image G106 for time-saving is displayed. It will be equivalent to a performance.

In addition, in the above embodiment, the jackpot expectation level of the chance zone effect is higher than the jackpot expectation level of the red pending display (third special display mode), but the jackpot expectation level of both is the same. Alternatively, the above configuration may be reversed.

Furthermore, in the above embodiment, the presentation content of each presentation can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not impede the function of the presentation.

Furthermore, in the above embodiment, a hold display change effect in which the display mode of the hold display (hold icon HA, the icon TA) can be changed in stages, and a chance zone effect in which the effect mode is set to chance zone are based on a pre-read determination. The configuration is such that it can be executed over multiple variations as a look-ahead performance, and the pending display change performance corresponds to the first suggestion performance and the first notice performance, and the chance zone performance corresponds to the second suggestion performance and the second notice performance. However, the type of performance for the first suggestion performance and the first preview performance may be other than the pending display change performance, and the type of performance for the second suggestion performance and the second preview performance may be other than chance zone performance. It may be. For example, an image change effect that gradually transitions a predetermined image such as a background image, and a stock effect that displays a suggestion icon that suggests the type of effect that is scheduled to be executed can be multiple variations as a look-ahead effect based on a look-ahead judgment. It is also possible to have a configuration that can be executed over the entire range. In this case, the image change effect corresponds to the first suggestion effect or the first preview effect, and the stock effect corresponds to the second suggestion effect or the second preview effect. In addition, as an image change effect, for example, various special backgrounds (backgrounds different from the normal background) whose relationship of jackpot expectation is "first special background < second special background < third special background", A background change effect may be performed in which the background is sequentially changed from the first special background to the second special background to the third special background between the occurrence of the target suspension and the end of the variation based on the target suspension. Further, as a stock effect, for example, a suggestion icon indicating that a special operation effect that causes the special button 41 to be operated due to a change based on a target hold is displayed on the display unit 50a before the change based on a target hold is started. All you have to do is perform the performance. Note that the expected level of jackpot for the stock performance is preferably higher than the expected level for jackpot for displaying the third special background. In addition, the background change effect may have a pattern (format) of returning to the normal background after the second special background is displayed, and when this pattern is executed, the display returns to the normal background from the special background. It is preferable to configure the stock effect to be executed later with a higher probability than when the background change effect is executed in other patterns. Note that the special operation performance that is suggested to be executed by the stock performance is an example of a specific performance. Further, the type of performance suggested to be executed by the stock performance can be changed as appropriate.

Furthermore, in the case where the image change effect as described above is configured to be executable, the image change effect may be executed not as a "pre-read effect" but as a "previous notice at the time of the change". In addition, when the stock performance as described above is configured to be executable, the stock performance may be configured to be executed not as a "pre-read performance" but as "a notice at the time of change".

In addition, in the above embodiment, the first starting port 11 (fixed starting port) in which the ease of entering the game ball does not change, and the second starting port 12 (variable starting port) in which the ease of entering the game ball can change. Although a starting port related to the electric chew 12D is provided, only one of them may be provided.

Further, in the above embodiment, the present invention is applied to a pachinko game machine, but it can also be applied to other pinball game machines such as an arrangement ball machine and a mahjong ball game machine. Further, when the present invention is applied to a pachinko game machine, the game performance of the game machine can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game. In other words, the present invention is suitable for so-called symbol probability changing machines (gaming machines in which transition to a high-probability state is determined based on the type of winning symbol) and so-called V-probability machines (specification in the big prize opening), as long as it does not interfere with the game. A game machine that is controlled to a high probability state based on the passage of a region (V region)), a so-called variable loop type gaming machine (once it is controlled to a high probability state, it is controlled to a high probability state until the start of the next jackpot game) It is possible to suitably adopt the present invention in a so-called ST machine (a game machine with a series of consecutive games), a so-called ST machine (a game machine with a constant variable number of cuts), a so-called 1 type 2 type mixed machine, a honeymoon type game machine, etc. Furthermore, the present invention can be applied to a type of game machine that does not have a structure such as a lower tray 35 and in which game balls enclosed within the game machine circulate (so-called enclosed type game machine, circulation type game machine, managed game machine, smart pachinko). May be applied.

In addition, in the above embodiment, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are displayed variably in synchronization with the special symbol variable display, but instead of being composed of three symbols like the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3, two symbols are displayed. It may also be composed of patterns other than three, such as three. For example, two separate patterns may be provided, special pattern 1 and special pattern 2. Further, one common symbol may be provided for the special figure 1 and the special figure 2. In these cases, the display unit 50a of the image display device 50 may display the information, and the sub-control board 120 may perform the control. Further, an LED device for displaying symbols may be provided in an area other than the game area 6 of the game board 1. In this case, the LED device may be controlled by the main control board 100 or the sub-control board 120.

Further, in the above embodiment, the main control board 100 performs basic control related to the progress of the game, and the sub control board 120 performs basic control related to the progress of the performance according to the progress of the game (game control). Although the control of the game and the control of the presentation are performed using different boards, they may be configured to be performed using a single board. In this case, the image control board 140 may be included in that one board, or may be provided separately from that one board.

In addition, when referring to "a state advantageous to the player (advantageous gaming state, advantageous state, or special gaming state)", not all jackpot gaming states need to have a configuration corresponding to this. For example, a jackpot game state that is scheduled to be controlled to a high probability state after that is configured to correspond to a "state advantageous to the player", or a jackpot game state in which a relatively large number of prize balls such as 10R can be obtained. may correspond to a "state advantageous to the player". Furthermore, the "state advantageous to the player" does not refer to a jackpot gaming state, but may refer to a small winning gaming state (a state in which a small winning game is being executed), and may also refer to a high probability state or a high winning gaming state. It may also be a base state (time saving state). In a gaming machine equipped with a type 2 jackpot, a series of gaming states including a small winning gaming state and a jackpot gaming state based on the passing of a game ball to a specific area 16 in the small winning gaming state are advantageous to the player. It may also be a state. Furthermore, when we define "a state advantageous to the player" as a high probability state or a high base state (time saving state), various effects that make the player expect to be in a "state advantageous to the player" must be specially The performance is not limited to the performance during the display of fluctuating symbols, but may be a performance performed at other timings, such as a performance during a jackpot game.

10. Inventions Shown in the Embodiments and Modifications Thereof In the embodiments and modifications thereof described above, inventions of the following means are shown. In the explanation of the means described below, corresponding configuration names and expressions in the above-described embodiments, and symbols used in the drawings are added in parentheses for reference. However, the constituent elements of each invention are not limited to this appendix. Note that the means A is a general term for the following means A1 to A3. Means B is a general term for the following means B1 and B2. Means C is a general term for the following means C1 to C3. Further, the means D is a general term for the following means D1 to D2. Further, the means E is a general term for the following means E1 to E2.

Means A1:
An advantageous state advantageous to the player ( a first determination means (processing related to jackpot determination by the gaming control microcomputer 101) that performs a first determination (jackpot determination) as to whether or not to enter a jackpot game state);
When the ball hits, a second determination means (processing related to the pre-read determination by the game control microcomputer 101) that performs a second determination (pre-read determination) as to whether the advantageous state will be reached before the first determination. and,
A production control means (production control microcomputer 121) capable of controlling production;
The performance control means is
Based on the result of the second determination, a first suggestion effect (holding display change effect, FIG. 46) that can be advanced step by step, and a second suggestion effect (chance zone effect) that is different from the first suggestion effect are created. , Figure 37) and
When the first suggestion effect is executed in a first format (the formats shown in FIGS. 46(A) to (F)), and in a second format (FIGS. 46(A) to 46(F) that ends in the middle of the first format) (D) and the format shown in FIG. 47).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, the presence of the second type of first suggestion presentation that ends in the middle of the first type creates a sense of tension and can be expected to increase interest.

Means A2:
The gaming machine according to means A1,
When the first suggestion performance of the second type is executed, the performance control means can execute the second suggestion performance after the first suggestion performance is executed (FIG. 47, Fig. 35) A gaming machine characterized by the following.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, even when the first suggestion performance is performed in the second format that ends in the middle of the first format, the second suggestion performance is executed after the first suggestion performance is executed. Because of this, it is possible to maintain a sense of anticipation and increase interest.

Means A3:
The gaming machine according to means A1 or means A2,
When the ball entering the first ball entering port and the ball entering the second ball entering port occur at the same time, the production control means may perform the second determination regarding the ball entering the first ball entering port. (FIG. 48, FIG. 49). A gaming machine featuring:

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, even if the ball enters the first ball entry port and the ball enters the second ball entry port at the same time, the first suggestion effect is for the ball to enter the second ball entry port. Since only those based on the game are executed, it is possible to prevent the performance from becoming complicated and to prevent a decrease in interest.

Means B1:
It is possible to perform a preview effect (pending display change effect, chance zone effect) that makes the player look forward to an advantageous condition (jackpot game condition).
The execution format of the preview performance includes a first format in which a first preview performance (suspended display change performance) is executed, and a second preview performance (chance zone) in which the expectation level for achieving the advantageous state is higher than that of the first preview performance. There is a second format in which the second preview performance is executed after the first preview performance is executed, and a third format in which the second preview performance is executed after the first preview performance is executed.
The performance mode of the first notice performance (holding display change performance) includes a first mode (blue color) and a second mode (red color) in which the expectation level of the advantageous state is higher than that of the first mode,
When the performance mode of the first preview performance is not the second mode, the execution rate of the third format (performance execution example 5 shown in FIG. 45) is higher than when the performance mode is the second mode (FIGS. 34 and 35). ) A gaming machine characterized by:

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, it is better to perform the second preview performance after the execution of the first preview performance when the performance mode is not in the second mode, rather than in the second mode where the performance mode of the first preview performance is highly expected to be in an advantageous state. Since the ratio of execution is high, even when the first preview performance is executed in the first mode instead of the second mode, it is possible to maintain a sense of anticipation and increase interest.

Means B2:
The gaming machine according to means B1,
Determining whether to enter the advantageous state based on the ball entering the first ball entry port (first starting port 11) or the second ball entering port (second starting port 12) different from the first ball entry port. and execute the preview performance based on the result of the determination,
When the ball enters the first ball entrance and the ball enters the second ball entrance at the same time, the first preview performance is performed based on the determination regarding the ball entering the first ball entrance. 48, FIG. 49). A gaming machine characterized in that it is possible to execute the first preview performance based on the determination regarding the entry of the ball into the second ball entrance without executing it (FIGS. 48 and 49).

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, even if the ball enters the first ball entry port and the ball enters the second ball entry port at the same time, the first preview performance is based on the ball entry into the second ball entry port. Since only one thing is executed, the performance can be prevented from becoming complicated, and it is possible to prevent a decrease in interest.

Means C1:
An advantageous state advantageous to the player ( a first determination means (processing related to jackpot determination by the gaming control microcomputer 101) that performs a first determination (jackpot determination) as to whether or not to enter a jackpot game state);
When the ball hits, a second determination means (processing related to the pre-read determination by the game control microcomputer 101) that performs a second determination (pre-read determination) as to whether the advantageous state will be reached before the first determination. and,
A production control means (production control microcomputer 121) capable of controlling production;
The performance control means is
Based on the result of the second determination, a first suggestion effect (holding display change effect, FIG. 46) that can be advanced step by step, and a second suggestion effect (chance zone effect) that is different from the first suggestion effect are created. , Figure 37) and
When the first suggestion effect is executed in a first format (the formats shown in FIGS. 46(A) to (F)), and in a second format (FIGS. 46(A) to 46(F) that ends in the middle of the first format) (D) and the format shown in Figure 47).
The second type is characterized in that the second type of suggestion performance is executed at a higher rate after the first type of suggestion effect is executed than the first type (FIGS. 34 and 35). A gaming machine.

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, when the first suggestion performance that can be progressed step by step is executed in the second format in which it ends in the middle of the first format, the performance is faster than when executed in the first format. , since there is a high probability that the second suggestion performance is executed after the first suggestion performance is executed, even if the first suggestion performance ends in the middle of the first form, it is difficult to execute the second suggestion performance. There are high expectations for this, and we can expect an increase in interest in gaming.

Means C2:
The gaming machine according to means C1,
When the ball entering the first ball entering port and the ball entering the second ball entering port occur at the same time, the production control means may perform the second determination regarding the ball entering the first ball entering port. (FIG. 48, FIG. 49). A gaming machine featuring:

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, even if the ball enters the first ball entry port and the ball enters the second ball entry port at the same time, the first suggestion effect is for the ball to enter the second ball entry port. Since only those based on the game are executed, it is possible to prevent the performance from becoming complicated and to prevent a decrease in interest.

Means C3:
The gaming machine according to means C1 or means C2,
If the second suggestion performance is executed after the first suggestion production is executed, a specific performance (SP reach exclusively for chance zone, figure 38 to FIG. 40) can be executed in conjunction with a notification performance (variable performance) that notifies the result of the first determination.

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, the specific performance according to the second suggestion performance after the execution of the first suggestion performance is executed in conjunction with the notification performance that notifies the result of the first determination. The interest during the notification performance when the advance suggestion performance is executed is suitably improved by the specific performance.

Means D1:
A first determination means (processing related to jackpot determination by the game control microcomputer 101) that performs a first determination (jackpot determination) as to whether or not to create an advantageous state (jackpot gaming state) advantageous to the player;
A second determination means (processing related to the pre-read determination by the game control microcomputer 101) that performs a second determination (pre-read determination) as to whether the advantageous state will be reached before the first determination;
A production control means (production control microcomputer 121) capable of controlling production;
The performance control means is
Based on the result of the second determination, a first suggestion effect (holding display change effect, FIG. 46) that can be advanced step by step, and a second suggestion effect (chance zone effect) that is different from the first suggestion effect are created. , Figure 37) and
As the second suggestion effect, a special effect (a forest background image G70 (chance background) can be displayed) that is different from the normal effect (setting to a normal effect mode that can display a normal background such as the daytime normal background image G102) setting in the opportunity zone) can be executed over multiple fluctuations,
During the execution of the special performance, it is possible to execute a specific performance (SP reach exclusive to the chance zone, FIG. 36) that is not performed in the normal performance,
The special effect is terminated based on the establishment of a predetermined termination condition (zone termination operation being performed),
A gaming machine characterized in that the ease with which the predetermined end condition is met differs between when the specific performance is not being executed and when the specific performance is being executed (FIGS. 42 and 43).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, when a special performance different from a normal performance is executed over multiple variations as a second suggestion performance different from a first suggestion performance that can be progressed step by step, the normal performance Since the specific effect that is not executed in the above is executed, it is possible to improve the interest of the second suggestion effect, and the special effect (second suggestion effect) can be performed depending on when the specific effect is being executed and when it is not being executed. Since the ease with which the termination conditions are satisfied differs, it becomes possible to perform the special performance and the specific performance so that the interest of the special performance and the specific performance does not decrease.

Means D2:
The gaming machine according to means D1,
The performance control means is
When the first suggestion effect is executed in a first format (the formats shown in FIGS. 46(A) to (F)), and in a second format (FIGS. 46(A) to 46(F) that ends in the middle of the first format) (D) and the format shown in Figure 47).
When the first suggestion effect of the second type is executed, the second suggestion effect can be executed after the first suggestion effect is executed (FIGS. 47 and 35). A gaming machine that does.

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, the presence of the second type of first suggestion effect that ends in the middle of the first type creates a sense of tension, which is expected to increase interest, and also ends in the middle of the first type. Even when the first suggestion effect is performed in the second format, the second suggestion effect (special effect) may be executed after the first suggestion effect, so it is difficult to maintain expectations. It is possible and can be expected to increase interest.

Means E1:
It is possible to perform a preview effect (pending display change effect, chance zone effect) that makes the player look forward to an advantageous condition (jackpot game condition).
The execution format of the preview performance includes a first format in which a first preview performance (suspension display change performance) is executed, and a second preview performance in which the expectation level for achieving the advantageous state is higher than that in the first preview performance. There is a second format (chance zone performance) and a third format in which the second preview performance is executed after the first preview performance is executed,
As the second preview effect, a special effect (a chance to display a forest background image G70 (chance background)) different from the normal effect (setting to the normal effect mode that can display a normal background such as the daytime normal background image G102) settings) can be performed over multiple fluctuations,
During the execution of the special performance, it is possible to execute a specific performance (SP reach exclusive to the chance zone, FIG. 36) that is not performed in the normal performance,
The special effect is terminated based on the establishment of a predetermined termination condition (zone termination operation being performed),
A gaming machine characterized in that the ease with which the predetermined end condition is met differs between when the specific performance is not being executed and when the specific performance is being executed (FIGS. 42 and 43).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, when a special performance different from the normal performance is executed over multiple variations as a second preview performance that is expected to be in a more advantageous state than the first preview performance, the normal performance is Since the specific performance that is not executed is performed, it is possible to improve the interest of the second preview performance, and the ending conditions for the special performance (second preview performance) can be changed depending on whether the specific performance is being executed or not. Since the ease with which these effects occur differs, it becomes possible to perform special effects and specific effects without reducing the interest of the special effects and specific effects.

Means E2:
The gaming machine according to means E1,
The performance mode of the first notice performance (holding display change performance) includes a first mode (blue color) and a second mode (red color) in which the expectation level of the advantageous state is higher than that of the first mode,
When the performance mode of the first preview performance is not the second mode, the execution rate of the third format (performance execution example 5 shown in FIG. 45) is higher than when the performance mode is the second mode (FIGS. 34 and 35). ) A gaming machine characterized by:

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, it is better to perform the second preview performance after the execution of the first preview performance when the performance mode is not in the second mode, rather than in the second mode where the performance mode of the first preview performance is highly expected to be in an advantageous state. (Special effects) are executed at a high rate, so even when the first preview effect is executed in the first mode instead of the second mode, it is possible to maintain anticipation and increase interest. I can expect it.

By the way, conventionally, as a pachinko game machine, which is an example of a game machine, for example, as described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-open No. 2016-112132, it is determined whether there is a jackpot or not, and based on the determination result, a reserve for performance is set. 2. Description of the Related Art Gaming machines are known that make players expect to win a jackpot by changing the display mode from a normal white color to a special color such as blue or red. However, the performance execution method described in Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2016-112132 is now often seen, and there is room for improvement in order to provide entertainment to players.

The above-mentioned means A provides a method for the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-open No. 2016-112132, in which "the advantageous state that is performed before the first determination of whether or not to enter the advantageous state that is advantageous to the player" is provided. Based on the result of the second determination, it is possible to execute a first suggestion performance that can be progressed in stages and a second suggestion performance that is different from the first suggestion performance, and the first suggestion performance is The difference is that there are times when the first format is executed and times when the second format is executed which ends midway through the first format.

In addition, the above-mentioned means B provides a method for the gaming machine described in JP-A No. 2016-112132, in which ``the execution format of the preview effect that makes the player look forward to an advantageous situation includes the first preview effect. A first format to be executed, a second format to execute a second preview performance that is expected to be in a more advantageous state than the first preview performance, and a second format to execute the second preview performance after executing the first preview performance. There are three formats, and the execution rate of the third format is higher when the first preview performance is not the second format, which has a higher expectation that it will be more advantageous than the first format, than the second format. ” is different.

In addition, the above-mentioned means C provides for the gaming machine described in Japanese Unexamined Patent Application Publication No. 2016-112132 to be in an advantageous state that is performed before the first determination of whether or not to create an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player. Based on the result of the second determination, it is possible to perform a first suggestion performance that can be progressed in stages and a second suggestion performance that is different from the first suggestion performance, and to perform a first suggestion performance that is different from the first suggestion performance. When executed in the second form, which ends in the middle of the first form, the percentage of execution of the second suggestion effect after the first suggestion effect is higher than when executed in the first form. They differ in that they are expensive.

In addition, the above-mentioned means D provides for the gaming machine described in JP-A No. 2016-112132 to be in an advantageous state that is performed before the first determination of whether or not to create an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player. Based on the result of the second determination, it is possible to perform a first suggestion performance that can be progressed step by step, and a second suggestion performance that can perform a special performance different from the normal performance over a plurality of variations, During the execution of the special performance, it is possible to execute a specific performance that is not executed in the normal performance, and the special performance is terminated based on the establishment of a predetermined termination condition, and the ease with which the predetermined termination condition is met depends on the specific performance. The difference is that there is a difference between when the specific effect is not being executed and when the specific effect is being executed.

In addition, the above-mentioned means E provides for the gaming machine described in Japanese Unexamined Patent Application Publication No. 2016-112132, ``In the execution format of the preview effect that makes the player expect an advantageous situation, the first preview effect is used. A first format to be executed, a second format to execute a second preview performance that is expected to be in a more advantageous state than the first preview performance, and a second format to execute the second preview performance after executing the first preview performance. There are three types of performances, in which a special performance different from the normal performance can be executed over multiple variations as the second preview performance, a specific performance that is not performed in the normal performance can be executed during the execution of the special performance, and a predetermined end condition is set. The special performance is terminated based on the establishment of the specified termination condition, and the difference is that the ease with which the specified termination condition is satisfied differs depending on when the specific performance is not being performed and when the specific performance is being performed. ing.

Each of the inventions of means A to E can solve the problem of "improving the interest of a game through performance" (achieving an effect) due to the above-mentioned differences.

PY1...Pachinko game machine 11...First starting port (first ball entry port)
12...Second starting port (second ball entry port)
50...Image display device 50a...Display unit 101...Microcomputer for game control 121...Microcomputer for performance control G70...Forest background image G102...Background image for daytime normal use HA...Holding icon TA...The icon

Claims (2)

It is possible to execute a preview effect that makes the player expect an advantageous situation,
The execution format of the preview performance includes a first format of executing a first preview performance, a second format of executing a second preview performance that has a higher expectation of achieving the advantageous state than the first preview performance, and the execution format of the preview performance. There is a third format in which the second preview performance is executed after the first preview performance is executed,
The performance mode of the first preview performance includes a first mode and a second mode in which the expectation level of the advantageous state is higher than that of the first mode,
When the presentation mode of the first preview presentation is not the second mode, the execution rate of the third format is higher than when the production mode is the second mode,
When it is determined to perform the first format, an icon displayed in a predetermined display area as the first preview effect can be displayed in the first mode and then in the second mode;
When it is decided to execute the third format, after displaying the icon displayed in the predetermined display area as the first preview effect in the first mode, the icon is displayed in the predetermined mode without displaying it in the second mode. A gaming machine characterized in that an icon displayed in a display area can be displayed in a normal mode in which the expectation of the advantageous state is lower than in the first mode . The gaming machine according to claim 1,
Based on the ball entering the first ball entrance or a second ball entrance different from the first ball entrance, a determination is made as to whether the advantageous state will be established, and the preview performance is performed based on the result of the determination. is feasible and
When the ball enters the first ball entrance and the ball enters the second ball entrance at the same time, the first preview performance is performed based on the determination regarding the ball entering the first ball entrance. A gaming machine characterized in that it is possible to execute the first preview performance based on the determination regarding the ball entering the second ball entrance without executing the first preview performance.

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