JP7396855B2 - gaming machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to a player based on a display result of a variable display of special identification information becoming a specific display result.

Conventionally, after the variable display of the special identification information starts and before the display result of the variable display of the special identification information is derived and displayed, the variable display of the performance identification information is temporarily stopped, and then the variable display of the performance identification information is stopped. A gaming machine that performs a re-variable display that restarts the game is known. For example, in Patent Document 1, a pseudo continuous effect is executed in which the variable display of a decorative pattern is temporarily stopped, and then the decorative pattern is variably displayed again. A gaming machine is disclosed that displays a pseudo-continuous pattern with the characters "" attached thereto.

Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2016-131876

According to the gaming machine described above, by displaying the characters "NEXT", it is possible to suggest to the player a specific situation in which a re-variable display such as a pseudo continuous effect is to be executed. There was still room for improvement regarding the character display that suggested this.

The present invention has been devised in view of the above circumstances, and its purpose is to provide a gaming machine that can suitably indicate to a player that a specific situation is present through text display.

(1) A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine ) and
After the variable display of the special identification information starts until the display result of the variable display of the special identification information is derived and displayed, the variable display of the performance identification information is temporarily stopped, and then the variable display of the performance identification information is resumed. A re-variable display means for executing a re-variable display (for example, a process for executing a pseudo series by the performance control CPU 120);
Suggestive effect means for executing a suggestive effect suggesting execution of the re-variable display (for example, processing for executing a weak pseudo effect or a strong pseudo effect regarding the pseudo association by the effect control CPU 120),
The pattern for performing the revariable display includes a first revariable display pattern and a second revariable display pattern in which the ratio of being controlled to the advantageous state is different from the first revariable display pattern,
The suggestion effect includes a character display part (for example, from FIG. a character display part shown in FIG. 10-32) , and a number display part for displaying a number display on the display means indicating the number of execution times of variable display of production identification information ,
In the character display part in the first re-variable display pattern , a specific character (for example, the letter "T") included in the suggested characters is repeatedly displayed on the display means multiple times, and the number of times the specific character is displayed. is displayed more times than characters other than the specific character included in the suggested character (for example, the character "T" is displayed multiple times as shown in Figures 10-28 to 10-32). part) ,
The display mode of the animation is different between the number display in the first re-variable display pattern and the number display in the second re-variable display pattern .

(2) A gaming machine,
Sound output means (for example, speakers 8L and 8R) that outputs sound;
A character display means for displaying characters (for example, a process of displaying a character image on the image display device 5 by the performance control CPU 120),
The sound output means outputs a sound (for example, the sound of "NEXT") corresponding to a specific message consisting of a plurality of characters according to a specific situation (for example, the characters of "NEXT") (for example, as shown in FIG. 10-25). ~As shown in Figure 10-32, the process of outputting the "NEXT" audio corresponding to "NEXT" from the speakers 8L and 8R),
The character display means repeats a specific character (for example, the letter "T") included in the specific message multiple times in conjunction with the sound corresponding to the specific message output by the sound output means (for example, , image display device 5) (for example, as shown in Figures 10-28 to 10-30, the letter "T" is repeated multiple times in conjunction with the sound of "T" from the speakers 8L and 8R. (displayed part),
The number of times the specific character is repeatedly displayed by the character display means is greater than the number of times the sound output means outputs the specific sound corresponding to the specific character (for example, as shown in FIG. The number of times the character "T" is repeatedly displayed is greater than the number of times the sound of "t" corresponding to the character "T" is outputted by the speakers 8L and 8R).

FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. FIG. 2 is a rear perspective view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. It is a configuration diagram showing various control boards etc. installed in the pachinko game machine. It is a flowchart showing an example of game control main processing. It is a flowchart showing an example of timer interrupt processing for game control. It is a flowchart showing an example of special symbol process processing. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a display result determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control process processing. FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to a feature of the present embodiment. It is a configuration diagram showing various control boards etc. installed in the pachinko game machine. It is an explanatory diagram showing a hit type table. It is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. It is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot determination table and a jackpot type determination table. It is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the production control command. FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of a variation pattern on the main side. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of a variation pattern on the sub side. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a variation pattern determination table on the main side. It is an explanatory view showing a pseudo pattern determination table and a specific reach promotion performance execution table on the sub side. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of transition of effects related to pseudo-association. It is an explanatory view showing a reach line final color lottery table on the sub side. It is an explanatory view showing a reach line first color lottery table on the sub side. It is an explanatory view showing a reach line second color lottery table on the sub side. It is an explanatory view showing a reach line third color lottery table on the sub side. It is a flowchart showing an example of special symbol normal processing. 3 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a variation pattern setting process. 3 is a flowchart illustrating an example of variable display start setting processing. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in a weak pseudo pattern. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in a weak pseudo pattern. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in a weak pseudo pattern. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in a weak pseudo pattern. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in a weak pseudo pattern. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in a weak pseudo pattern. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in a weak pseudo pattern. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in a weak pseudo pattern. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in a weak pseudo pattern. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in a weak pseudo pattern. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in a weak pseudo pattern. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in a weak pseudo pattern. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in a weak pseudo pattern. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in a weak pseudo pattern. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in a weak pseudo pattern. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in a weak pseudo pattern. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in a weak pseudo pattern. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in a weak pseudo pattern. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in strong pseudo pattern A. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in strong pseudo pattern A. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in strong pseudo pattern A. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in strong pseudo pattern A. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in strong pseudo pattern A. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in strong pseudo pattern A. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in strong pseudo pattern A. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in strong pseudo pattern A. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in strong pseudo pattern A. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in strong pseudo pattern A. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in strong pseudo pattern A. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in strong pseudo pattern A. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in strong pseudo pattern A. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a presentation mode of a pachinko gaming machine in strong pseudo pattern C. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in strong pseudo pattern B. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in strong pseudo pattern B. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a performance mode of a pachinko gaming machine in strong pseudo pattern B. It is an explanatory view showing a performance mode of the pachinko gaming machine when a specific reach is stimulated in strong pseudo pattern A. It is an explanatory view showing a performance mode of the pachinko gaming machine when a specific reach is stimulated in strong pseudo pattern A. It is an explanatory view showing a performance mode of the pachinko gaming machine when a specific reach is stimulated in strong pseudo pattern A. It is an explanatory view showing a performance mode of the pachinko gaming machine when a specific reach is stimulated in strong pseudo pattern A.

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

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

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

The special symbol variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A is also referred to as a “first special symbol” or “first special symbol,” and the special symbol variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B is also referred to as a “first special symbol.” It is also called ``2nd special pattern'' or ``2nd special pattern.'' Further, a special map game using the first special map is also referred to as a "first special map game", and a special map game using the second special map is also referred to as a "second special map game". Note that there may be only one type of special symbol display device that performs variable display of special symbols.

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

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

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

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

A first hold indicator 25A and a second hold indicator 25B each including a plurality of LEDs are provided at predetermined positions on the game board 2. The first hold display 25A displays the number of first hold memories based on the number of lit LEDs. The second hold display 25B displays the second hold storage number based on the number of lit LEDs.

A winning ball device 6A is provided below the image display device 5, and a variable winning ball device 6B is provided on the right side of the winning ball device 6A.

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

The variable prize winning ball device 6B (normal electric accessory) forms a second starting prize opening that changes between a closed state and an open state by a solenoid 81 (see FIG. 3). The variable prize winning ball device 6B includes, for example, an electric tulip type accessory having a pair of movable wing pieces, and when the solenoid 81 is in the OFF state, the movable wing pieces are in a vertical position, so that the tips of the movable wing pieces are comes close to the winning ball device 6A, and enters a closed state in which the game ball does not enter the second starting winning opening (also referred to as the second starting winning opening enters a closed state). On the other hand, when the solenoid 81 is in the ON state, the movable wing pieces of the variable winning ball device 6B are in the tilted position, so that the variable winning ball device 6B enters an open state in which the game ball can enter the second starting winning hole (second starting winning ball). It is also said that the prize opening will be open.) When the game ball enters the second starting prize opening, a predetermined number (for example, three) of prize balls are paid out, and the second special figure game can be started. The variable winning ball device 6B may be any device that can change between a closed state and an open state, and is not limited to one that includes an electric tulip type accessory.

At predetermined positions on the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, three locations on the lower left side of the game area and one location above the variable winning ball device 6B), there are always kept in a constant open state by predetermined ball receiver members. A general prize opening 10 is provided. In this case, when entering any of the general winning holes 10, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

A special variable winning ball device 7 having a big winning hole is provided between the winning ball device 6A and the variable winning ball device 6B. The special variable winning ball device 7 is equipped with a big winning hole door that is driven to open and close by a solenoid 82 (see FIG. 3), and has a big winning hole as a specific area that changes between an open state and a closed state by the big winning hole door. Form.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

At the left and right upper positions of the gaming machine frame 3, speakers 8L and 8R are provided for reproducing sound effects and the like. A main lamp 9a is provided above the image display device 5 in the gaming machine frame 3, and frame lamps 9b are provided on the left and right sides of the main lamp 9a so as to surround the gaming area. Furthermore, an attacker lamp 9c is provided at a position near the special variable winning ball device 7 on the game board 2.

A movable body 32 is provided at a predetermined position on the game board 2 (a position above the image display device 5 in FIG. 1) that operates according to the performance. Further, the movable body 32 is provided with a movable body lamp 9d. The movable lamp 9d, the main lamp 9a, the frame lamp 9b, and the attacker lamp 9c described above may be collectively referred to as a game effect lamp 9. Note that the main lamp 9a, frame lamp 9b, attacker lamp 9c, and movable lamp 9d include LEDs.

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

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

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

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

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

FIG. 2 is a rear perspective view of the pachinko gaming machine 1. A main board 11 housed in a board case 201 is mounted on the back of the pachinko game machine 1. The main board 11 is provided with a setting key 51 and a setting changeover switch 52. The setting key 51 functions as a lock switch for switching to a setting change state or a setting confirmation state. The setting changeover switch 52 functions as a setting switch for changing set values such as jackpot winning probability and ball payout rate in a setting change state. The setting key 51 and the setting changeover switch 52 may be attached to the outside of the main board 11, such as at a predetermined position on the power supply board 17, for example.

A display monitor 29 is arranged at the center of the back surface of the main board 11, and a display changeover switch 30 is arranged at the side of the display monitor 29. The display monitor 29 may be configured using, for example, a 7-segment LED display device. The display monitor 29 and the display changeover switch 30 are arranged in front of the main board 11 when the back side of the game board 2 is viewed with the gaming machine frame 3 open.

The display monitor 29 can display winning information such as consecutive ratios, winning ratios, and bases. The consecutive ratio is the ratio of the number of prize balls that land in the big prize opening (attacker) out of the total number of prize balls. The winning ratio is the ratio of the number of prize balls that land in the second starting prize opening (electronic chew) to the number of prize balls that land in the big prize opening (attacker) out of the total number of prize balls. The base is the ratio of the total number of prize balls to the number of game balls launched. When in the setting change state or setting confirmation state, the display monitor 29 can display the setting values in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The display monitor 29 only needs to be capable of displaying setting values to be changed or checked when the settings are changed or checked.

The setting key 51 and the setting changeover switch 52 cannot be operated from the front side of the pachinko gaming machine 1 when the gaming machine frame 3 is in a closed state. The gaming machine frame 3 is rotatably provided with a glass door frame 3a having a glass window, and the gaming area can be opened and closed by the glass door frame 3a. When the glass door frame 3a is closed, the game area can be seen through the glass window.

In the pachinko gaming machine 1, a security cover 50A is attached to the right end portion of the outer frame 1a formed in the shape of a vertically long rectangular frame. The security cover 50A covers the right side of the board case 201 including the setting key 51 and the setting changeover switch 52 from the back side when the gaming machine frame 3 is closed. The security cover 50A is a substantially L-shaped member including a short piece 50Aa and a long piece 50Ab, and may be made of transparent synthetic resin.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

In the pachinko game machine 1, various effects (effects for notifying the progress of the game or for enlivening the game) are executed according to the progress of the game. The performance will be explained below. The effect is performed by displaying various effect images on the image display device 5, but in addition to or in place of the display, audio output from the speakers 8L and 8R and the game effect lamp 9 are performed. It may be performed as an effect using lighting or extinguishing of the lights, movement of the movable body 32, or any effect device including some or all of these.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

[Substrate configuration]
The pachinko game machine 1 is equipped with a main board 11, an effect control board 12, an audio control board 13, a lamp control board 14, a relay board 15, etc. as shown in FIG. 3, for example. In addition, various boards such as a payout control board, an information terminal board, a firing control board, etc. are arranged on the back side of the pachinko game machine 1. Furthermore, a power supply board 17 connected to a power switch 91 is also mounted. Various control boards are not only electronic circuit boards such as printed wiring boards with conductor patterns on which electrical components can be mounted, but also electronic circuit boards that are configured to have electrical components mounted on them to achieve specific electrical functions. This concept includes electronic circuit mounting boards.

In the pachinko game machine 1, power from an AC power source such as AC 100V in an external power source such as a commercial power source can be supplied to electrical components including various control boards such as the main board 11 and the performance control board 12 through the power board 17. The power supply board 17 includes, for example, a rectifier circuit for converting alternating current (AC) into direct current (DC), a power supply circuit for converting a predetermined direct current voltage into a specific direct current voltage (for example, 12 V DC, 5 V DC, etc.), and the like. We are prepared.

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

The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 is, for example, a one-chip microcomputer, and includes a ROM (Read Only Memory) 101, a RAM (Random Access Memory) 102, and a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103. , a random number circuit 104, an I/O (Input/Output port) 105, and an RTC (Real Time Clock) 106.

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

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

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

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

A reset signal, a power-off signal, and a clear signal from the power supply board 17 are taken into the switch circuit 110 and transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100. The reset signal is an operation stop signal for stopping the operation of a control circuit such as the game control microcomputer 100, and can be output using either a power supply monitoring circuit, a watchdog timer built-in IC, or a system reset IC. Good to have. The power-off signal becomes an OFF state when a predetermined power supply voltage used in the pachinko game machine 1 exceeds a predetermined value, and becomes an ON state when a period in which the predetermined power supply voltage is below a predetermined value continues for a power-off reference time or longer. Become. The clear signal is turned on, for example, when a clear switch 92 provided on the power supply board 17 is pressed.

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

A display monitor 29, a display changeover switch 30, a setting key 51, a setting changeover switch 52, and a door open sensor 90 are connected to the main board 11. The door opening sensor 90 detects opening of the gaming machine frame 3 including the glass door frame 3a.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

(Main operations of main board 11)
First, the main operations of the main board 11 will be explained. When power supply to the pachinko game machine 1 is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 103 executes game control main processing. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing an example of the game control main process executed by the CPU 103 on the main board 11.

In the game control main process shown in FIG. 4, the CPU 103 first sets interrupts to be prohibited (step S1). Next, necessary initial settings are performed (step S2). The initial settings include stack pointer settings, register settings for built-in devices (CTC (counter/timer circuit), parallel input/output ports, etc.), settings to make the RAM 102 accessible, and the like.

Next, it is determined whether the recovery conditions are satisfied (step S3). The recovery condition can be satisfied when the clear signal is off, there is backup data, and the backup RAM is normal. For example, if the clear switch 92 provided on the power supply board 17 is pressed when power supply to the pachinko game machine 1 is started, a clear signal in an on state is input to the game control microcomputer 100. If such an on-state clear signal is input, it may be determined in step S3 that the recovery condition is not satisfied. It is sufficient that the backup data can be stored in the RAM 102, which serves as a backup RAM for game control. In step S3, the presence or absence of backup data, the presence or absence of data errors, etc. may be confirmed or inspected to determine whether the recovery conditions can be met.

If the recovery condition is satisfied (step S3; Y), the recovery process (step S4) is executed, and then the setting confirmation process (step S5) is executed. Through the recovery process in step S4, a work area is set based on the contents stored in the RAM 102. By setting the work area using the backup data stored in the RAM 102, the gaming state can be restored to the state it was in when the power supply was stopped. For example, if the special symbols are changing, the special It is sufficient if the fluctuation of the symbols can be resumed.

If the recovery condition is not satisfied (step S3; N), initialization processing (step S6) is performed, and then setting change processing (step S7) is performed. The initialization process in step S6 includes a clear process for clearing the flags, counters, and buffers stored in the RAM 102, and initial values are set in the work area by executing the clear process.

In the setting confirmation process of step S5, it is determined whether predetermined setting confirmation conditions are satisfied. The setting confirmation condition is satisfied, for example, when the detection signal from the door open sensor 90 is on and the setting key 51 is turned on when power supply is started. The setting confirmation process in step S5 is executed when the recovery conditions including that the clear signal is in the OFF state are satisfied in step S3. Therefore, since the setting confirmation condition can be satisfied only when the clear signal is in the OFF state, the fact that the clear signal is in the OFF state can also be included in the setting confirmation condition.

If the setting confirmation conditions are satisfied in the setting confirmation process in step S5, the setting confirmation state is reached in which the setting values set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be confirmed, and the settings are changed from the main board 11 to the performance control board 12. A confirmation start command is sent. In the setting confirmation state, the setting values set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be confirmed by the display on the display monitor 29. When ending the setting confirmation state, a setting confirmation end command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the production control board 12.

When the pachinko game machine 1 is in the setting confirmation state, it may be in a game stop state in which the progress of the game in the pachinko game machine 1 is stopped. When the game is in the stopped state, firing of game balls by operating the batting operation handle, detection of game balls by various switches, etc. are stopped, and the first special symbol display device 4A, second special symbol display device 4B, and normal symbols are stopped. The display 20 may be controlled to stop displaying losing symbols or the like, or to display a display corresponding to a game stop state different from losing symbols. When the setting confirmation state ends, the accompanying game stop state may also end.

In the setting change process of step S7, it is determined whether predetermined setting change conditions are satisfied. The setting change condition is satisfied, for example, when the detection signal from the door open sensor 90 is on and the setting key 51 is turned on when power supply is started. The setting change condition may include that the clear signal is in the on state.

If the setting change conditions are satisfied in the setting change process in step S7, the setting change state is entered in which the setting values set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be changed, and the settings are changed from the main board 11 to the production control board 12. A start change command is sent. In the setting change state, the setting value is displayed on the display monitor 29, and the numerical value displayed on the display monitor 29 is sequentially updated and displayed every time an operation of the setting changeover switch 52 is detected. Thereafter, based on the setting key 51 being turned off by an operation by an attendant at the game parlor, etc., the setting value displayed on the display monitor 29 is stored (updated storage) in the backup area of the RAM 102, and the setting value displayed on the display monitor 29 is stored (updated storage). Turn off the light. When ending the setting change state, a setting change end command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the production control board 12.

When the pachinko game machine 1 is in the setting change state, the pachinko game machine 1 may be placed in the game stop state, similar to when it is in the setting confirmation state. When the setting change state ends, the accompanying game stop state may also end.

On the production control board 12 side, when receiving the setting confirmation start command or the setting change start command, control may be performed to notify that the setting is being confirmed or that the setting is being changed. For example, a predetermined image may be displayed on the image display device 5, a predetermined sound may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R, or a light emitting member such as the game effect lamp 9 may be caused to emit light in a predetermined manner.

The clear signal is turned on, for example, by pressing down a clear switch 92 provided on the power supply board 17. Therefore, when power supply is started, if the detection signal from the door open sensor 90 is on and the setting key 51 is on, and if the clear switch 92 is on, the initialization process in step S6 and The setting change process in step S7 is executed and control becomes possible in the setting change state, and if the clear switch 92 is off, the setting confirmation process in step S5 is executed along with the recovery process in step S4 and control becomes possible in the setting confirmation state. . When power supply is started, if the detection signal from the door open sensor 90 is off or the setting key 51 is off, if the clear switch 92 is on, the initialization process in step S6 is executed. Although it is executed, it is not controlled to the setting change state, and if the clear switch 92 is off, the recovery process of step S4 is executed, but it is not controlled to the setting confirmation state.

After executing the setting confirmation process or the setting change process, the CPU 103 executes a random number circuit setting process to initialize the random number circuit 104 (step S8). Then, the register of the CTC built in the gaming control microcomputer 100 is set so that a timer interrupt is periodically generated every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms) (step S9), and the interrupt is permitted (step S10). ). After that, loop processing begins. Thereafter, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 at predetermined intervals (for example, 2 ms), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute timer interrupt processing.

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

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

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

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

FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S25 shown in FIG. 5 as the special symbol process process. In this special symbol process, the CPU 103 first executes a starting winning determination process (step S101).

In the starting winning determination process, a process is executed to detect the occurrence of a starting winning, store pending information in a predetermined area of the RAM 102, and update the pending storage number. When a starting prize occurs, a random number value for determining the display result (including the type of jackpot) and fluctuation pattern is extracted and stored as pending information. Furthermore, processing for pre-reading and determining display results and fluctuation patterns may be performed based on the extracted random number values. After storing the pending information and the number of pending memories, transmission settings are made to the production control board 12 to send a production control command for specifying judgment results such as the occurrence of a starting prize, the number of pending memories, and pre-reading judgment. be exposed. The performance control command at the time of start winning, which is set to be transmitted in this way, is transferred from the main board 11 to the performance control board 12 by, for example, executing the command control process in step S27 shown in FIG. 5 after the special symbol process process is completed. transmitted to.

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

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

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

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

The variation pattern includes the execution time of the special figure game (special figure variation time) (also the execution time of the variable display of decorative symbols), the variable display mode of the ornamental symbols (whether or not there is reach, etc.), and the variable display period of the decorative symbols. It specifies the content of the performance (type of reach performance, etc.), and is also called a variable display pattern.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The pachinko game machine 1 is configured such that the jackpot winning probability and ball payout rate change depending on the set value. For example, in the special symbol normal processing of the special symbol process processing, by using a display result determination table (winning probability) according to the set value, the jackpot winning probability and ball payout rate are changed. For example, the set value has six levels from 1 to 6, with 6 having the highest probability of winning the jackpot, and decreasing the value in the order of 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1, the lower the probability of winning the jackpot. In this example, when 6 is set as the setting value, it is the highest advantage for the player, and as the value decreases in the order of 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1, the advantage gradually decreases. . If the probability of winning the jackpot changes according to the set value, the ball payout rate may also change according to the set value. While the probability of winning a jackpot is constant regardless of the set value, the number of rounds in the jackpot game state may change depending on the set value. The pachinko gaming machine 1 may be configured to be able to set any one of a plurality of setting values that have different degrees of advantage for the player. The setting values set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are notified by transmitting a setting value designation command from the main board 11 side to the performance control board 12 side.

FIG. 7 shows an example of the configuration of the display result determination table. FIG. 7(A) shows a configuration example of the display result determination table for the first special symbol used when the variable special symbol is the first special symbol, and FIG. 7(B) shows a configuration example of the display result determination table for the first special symbol used when the variable special symbol is the second A configuration example of a second special figure display result determination table used in the case of a figure is shown. The display result determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 101. In the display result determination table, the hit determination value compared with the random value MR1 is assigned to the special symbol display result, which is a variable display result of the special symbol, according to the set value. The random number value MR1 is a random number value for determining the display result, and the value is randomly updated in the range of 0 to 65535. As the display result determination table, a common display result determination table may be used for the first special figure and the second special figure.

In the display result judgment table, when the gaming state is in a variable probability state (high probability state), more judgment values are displayed as special symbols for "jackpot" than when the gaming state is in the normal state or time saving state (low probability state). assigned to the result. As a result, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in a high probability state such as a variable probability state in which probability variable control is performed, the probability that the jackpot gaming state will be determined is higher than when it is in a low probability state such as a normal state or a time saving state. It gets expensive.

In the first special figure display result determination table, the probability that the special figure display result will be determined as a "small win" and controlled to a small win game state is determined to be the same value, regardless of the gaming state or setting value. A value is assigned. In the display result determination table for the second special figure, the probability that the special figure display result will be determined as a "small hit" and controlled to the small win gaming state is determined by the first special figure display result, regardless of the gaming state or setting value. Judgment values are assigned so that they are the same value but different from those in the judgment table. In addition, the probability that the special figure display result is determined to be a "small win" and controlled to a small win gaming state may be varied depending on the set value. Regardless of the variable special figure, the probability of determining that the special figure display result will be a "small win" and control to a small win game state may be set to be the same probability.

In the display result determination table for the first special figure and the display result determination table for the second special figure, when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the range from 1020 to 1237 of the hit judgment values is determined regardless of the setting value. It is set to a common numerical range of jackpot determination values for determining jackpots. When the setting value is 1, 1020 to 1237 are assigned to "jackpot", and only the common numerical range of jackpot judgment values for determining jackpots is set, while setting value 2 to setting value 6 is assigned to "jackpot". In this case, the numerical range corresponding to each set value from 1238 is set as the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value so as to be continuous from the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value.

In the display result determination table for the first special figure and the display result determination table for the second special figure, when the gaming state is in a variable probability state, the range from 1020 to 1346 among the hit determination values indicates that the jackpot will be won regardless of the set value. It is set to a common numerical range of jackpot judgment values for judgment. When the setting value is 1, by assigning 1020 to 1346 to "jackpot", only the common numerical range of jackpot judgment values for determining jackpots is set, while on the other hand, setting value 2 to setting value In the case of 6, the numerical range corresponding to each set value from 1346 is set as the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value so as to be continuous from the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value.

In the display result determination table for the first special figure, when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the range from 32767 to 33094 of the hit determination values is the small value for determining a small hit regardless of the set value. It is set to a common numerical range of hit judgment values. The small hit determination value is set to a numerical range different from the common numerical range and non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value, regardless of the set value from 1 to 6. This prevents the numerical range of the small hit determination value from overlapping the range of the jackpot determination value, which changes according to each set value.

In the display result determination table for the first special figure, when the gaming state is in the variable probability state, the range from 32767 to 33094 of the hit judgment values is set to It is set to a common numerical range of the small hit determination value for determining a small hit regardless of the value. The small hit determination value is set to a numerical range different from the common numerical range and non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value, regardless of the set value from 1 to 6. This prevents the numerical range of the small hit determination value from overlapping the range of the jackpot determination value, which changes according to each set value.

In the display result determination table for the second special figure, when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the range from 32767 to 33421 of the hit determination values is the small value for determining a small hit regardless of the set value. It is set to a common numerical range of hit judgment values. The small hit determination value is set to a numerical range different from the common numerical range and non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value, regardless of the set value from 1 to 6. This prevents the numerical range of the small hit determination value from overlapping the range of the jackpot determination value, which changes according to each set value.

In the display result determination table for the second special figure, when the gaming state is in the variable probability state, the range from 32767 to 33421 of the hit judgment values is the set value, just as when the gaming state is in the normal state or time saving state. It is set to a common numerical range of the small hit determination value for determining a small hit regardless of the value. The small hit determination value is set to a numerical range different from the common numerical range and non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value, regardless of the set value from 1 to 6. This prevents the numerical range of the small hit determination value from overlapping the range of the jackpot determination value, which changes according to each set value.

The number of setting values that can be set in the pachinko game machine 1 may be five or less or seven or more. The smaller the setting value set in the pachinko game machine 1, the more advantageous it may be to the player. The gameplay may be changed depending on the setting value set in the pachinko game machine 1. For example, if the setting value set in the pachinko game machine 1 is 1, the jackpot probability in the normal state is 1/320, and the gameplay is such that the probability of winning in the variable state is looped at a rate of 65% (so-called variable loop type), When the setting value set in the pachinko game machine 1 is 2, the jackpot probability in the normal state is 1/200, and during the jackpot game, the game ball is While the game state after the end of the jackpot game is controlled to be a variable state based on passing through the switch, the gaming state (so-called V If the setting value set in pachinko machine 1 is 3, the jackpot probability is 1/320, the small win probability is 1/50, and the game is played during a high base (during time saving control). The game may be controlled to a jackpot game state based on the ball passing through a predetermined switch provided inside the special variable winning ball device 7 (so-called 1 type, 2 type mixed type). If the setting value set in the pachinko game machine 1 is any one of 1 to 3, the gameplay is the same, but the jackpot probability and small hit are higher than when these setting values are 1 to 3. A setting may be provided in which the probability is high but the number of prize balls that can be obtained during a jackpot game is small (for example, when the setting value set in the pachinko game machine 1 is one of 4 to 6). When changing the gameplay depending on the set value, a common switch may be used for different purposes. Specifically, when the set value is 1 to 3, a predetermined switch provided in the special variable winning ball device 7 is used as a production switch (for executing a predetermined production each time a game ball passes a predetermined area). switch), and when the setting value is 4 to 6, the specified switch is used as a gaming switch (for controlling the gaming state to a variable probability state or a jackpot gaming state based on the game ball passing through the specified switch). It may also be used as a switch.

The jackpot type may be determined at different ratios depending on the setting value based on the allocation of judgment values in the jackpot type judgment table. Alternatively, the jackpot type may be determined by a common ratio regardless of the setting value. The variation pattern may be determined at different rates depending on the set value, based on the allocation of determination values in the variation pattern determination table. Alternatively, the variation pattern may be determined at a common rate regardless of the set value. The setting value may be suggested by the frequency with which normal reach and super reach are performed by varying the execution rate of normal reach and super reach depending on the setting value. Alternatively, the execution rate of normal reach and super reach may be the same regardless of the setting value. In addition, it may be possible to perform arbitrary setting suggestion effects at different rates depending on the setting value.

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

Thereafter, it is determined whether the timer interrupt flag is on (step S73). The timer interrupt flag is set to an on state every time a predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds) elapses, based on the register settings of the CTC, for example. At this time, if the timer interrupt flag is off (step S73; N), the process of step S73 is repeatedly executed and the process waits.

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

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

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

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

FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S76 of FIG. 8 as the production control process process. In the performance control process shown in FIG. 9, the performance control CPU 120 first executes a pre-read notice setting process (step S161). In the pre-read preview setting process, for example, based on the performance control command at the time of start-up winning that is transmitted from the main board 11, judgments, decisions, settings, etc. for executing the pre-read preview performance are performed. Further, processing for displaying a pending display is executed based on the number of pending memories specified from the production control command.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

<Explanation regarding characteristic part 087F>
Next, a gaming machine according to the feature section 087F of this embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 10-1 to 10-53.

[Configuration of pachinko gaming machine 1 related to characteristic part 087F, etc.]
It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the characteristic part 087F of this embodiment. As shown in FIG. 10-1, the pachinko game machine 1 with this feature section 087F includes a movable body 087F010. As shown in FIG. 10-2, the movable body 087F010 is connected to the output circuit 111 mounted on the main board 11, and is movable based on the drive signal received from the output circuit 111. Specifically, the movable body 087F010 is a plurality of (two in this example) members divided into left and right sides when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is viewed from the front on the near side (player side) of the image display device 5. has. The movable body 087F010 moves a part of the screen of the image display device 5, like a shutter, by moving the left and right members arranged near the center of the image display device 5 on the near side of the image display device 5. Or it covers the whole thing. Below, the movable body 087F010 may be referred to as a "accessory object."

As shown in FIG. 10-1, most of the display area of the image display device 5 constitutes a display area for displaying effects such as a variable display of decorative symbols and a reach effect. Further, the lower end of the image display device 5 includes a first pending memory display area 087F005B in which the first pending memory number can be displayed by the number of circular pending displays, and a second pending memory number can be displayed by the number of circular pending displays. A possible second reserved storage display area 087F005C is included.

The upper right end of the image display device 5 includes a display area 087F005D that can display a fourth symbol indicating that a special symbol is being variably displayed, a first pending memory number, and a second pending memory number.

In the center of the display area of the image display device 5, "left", "middle", and "right" decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are arranged, and it is possible to perform variable display of decorative patterns. It has become. Further, at the right end of the display area of the image display device 5, a small pattern area 087F005E is displayed in which a small pattern smaller in size than each decorative pattern can be displayed. The small patterns include the decorative patterns displayed in the "left" decorative pattern display area 5L, the decorative patterns displayed in the "middle" decorative pattern display area 5C, and the "right" decorative pattern display areas. The symbols corresponding to the decorative symbols displayed on 5R are vertically arranged.

As shown in FIG. 10-1, a decorative pattern is arranged in the center of the image display device 5, and the small pattern 087F005E is arranged at the right end of the image display device 5 in a smaller size than the decorative pattern. ing. Therefore, the visibility of the small pattern 087F005E is lower than the visibility of the decorative pattern.

Furthermore, an active display area 087F005A is provided at the lower center of the image display device 5 for displaying a pending display corresponding to the variable display being executed as an active display.

[Various tables regarding jackpots]
Various tables related to jackpots will be explained with reference to FIGS. 10-3 to 10-5.

(Jackpot type)
FIG. 10-3 is an explanatory diagram showing a hit type table. As shown in Figure 10-3, in the hit type table, for each type of hit in the jackpot, the jackpot probability after the end of the jackpot game state, the base after the end of the jackpot game state, and the fluctuation time after the end of the jackpot game state , and the number of openings (number of rounds) in the jackpot are shown.

Specifically, the types of jackpots are 5R normal jackpot, 5R probability variable jackpot, and 10R probability variable jackpot. Note that, hereinafter, each round may be denoted by "R". For example, the first round is also called the 1R, and the second round is also called the 2R. The 5R normal jackpot is a jackpot that is controlled to a low probability state and a high base state after the completion of the 5 rounds of jackpot gaming states. Normally, in the case of a jackpot, the condition that such a low-accuracy/high-base state remains until the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times, 100 times, or the condition that the next jackpot occurs, whichever comes first, is satisfied. Continue until.

The 5R variable probability jackpot is a jackpot that is controlled to be in a high probability state and a high base state after the end of the 5 rounds of jackpot gaming states. In the case of a variable probability jackpot, the condition that such a high probability high base state is maintained until the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times, 150 times, or the condition that the next jackpot occurs, whichever comes first, is satisfied. Continue until.

The 10R variable probability jackpot is a jackpot that is controlled to be in a high probability state and a high base state after the end of the 10-round jackpot gaming state. In the case of a variable probability jackpot, the condition that such a high probability high base state is maintained until the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times, 150 times, or the condition that the next jackpot occurs, whichever comes first, is satisfied. Continue until.

(each random number)
FIG. 10-4 is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. As shown in Figure 10-4, each random number is used as follows. Specifically, the random R is a random counter for determining whether or not to win a jackpot. The random R is updated by 1 at 10 MHz, and is added and updated from 0 to the upper limit of 65535, and then added and updated again from 0. Random 1 is a random counter (for jackpot type determination) that determines the jackpot type as one of 5R normal jackpot, 5R probability variable jackpot, and 10R probability variable jackpot. Random 2 is a random counter (for determining a subsequent variation pattern) that determines a variation pattern (hereinafter referred to as a "post variation pattern") (variation time) corresponding to a subsequent variation among the variation patterns. The later variation refers to the variation in the latter half of the variation of the special symbol. Random 3 is a random counter (for determining the previous variation pattern) that determines a variation pattern (hereinafter referred to as "previous variation pattern") (variation time) corresponding to the previous variation among the variation patterns. The front fluctuation refers to the fluctuation in the first half of the fluctuation of the special symbol. Random 4 is a random counter (for normal symbol hit determination) that determines whether or not to generate a hit based on the normal symbol. Random 5 is a random counter that determines the initial value of Random 4 (for determining the initial value of Random 4).

In the present embodiment, it is determined based on the value of the random number for jackpot determination (random R) whether or not the game is controlled to a jackpot gaming state, which is an advantageous state advantageous to the player. Then, out of the multiple types of jackpots such as 5R normal jackpot, 5R probability variable jackpot, and 10R probability variable jackpot as the jackpot game state, which jackpot is to be determined is based on the value of the random number (random 1) for determining the jackpot type. It is determined. At this time, the jackpot symbol may also be determined based on the value of random 1.

Further, first, a post-variation pattern is determined using a random number for determining a post-variation pattern (Random 2), and a pre-variation pattern is determined using a random number for determining a pre-variation pattern (Random 3). In this manner, in this embodiment, the fluctuation pattern is determined by a two-stage lottery process.

(Jackpot determination table, jackpot type determination table)
FIG. 10-5 is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot determination table and a jackpot type determination table. These tables are stored in the ROM 101.

FIG. 10-5(A) is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot determination table. The jackpot determination table is a collection of data stored in the RO 101, and is a table in which a jackpot determination value to be compared with the random R is set. The jackpot determination table includes a normal (non-probability variable) jackpot determination table that is used in a normal state (a gaming state that is not a probability variable state, that is, a non-probability variable state), and a probability variable jackpot determination table that is used in a probability variable state.

In the normal jackpot determination table, each numerical value listed in the left column of Figure 10-5 (A) is set as a jackpot determination value, and in the probability change jackpot determination table, the values listed in the left column of Figure 10-5 (A) are set as jackpot determination values. Each numerical value listed in the column is set as a jackpot determination value. The jackpot judgment value set in the jackpot judgment table at variable probability is the same jackpot judgment value as the jackpot judgment value set in the normal jackpot judgment table (referred to as the normal jackpot judgment value or the first jackpot judgment value). By adding the unique jackpot judgment value, a larger number of jackpot judgment values (referred to as variable probability jackpot judgment values or second jackpot judgment values) are set than in the variable probability jackpot judgment table. As a result, in the variable probability state, it is determined that the jackpot is hit with a higher probability than in the normal state.

The CPU 103 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 104 at a predetermined time and compares the extracted value with the value of the random number for jackpot determination (random R). ), it is determined that the special symbol will be a jackpot (normal jackpot or variable probability jackpot). Note that the "probability" shown in FIG. 10-5(A) indicates the probability (ratio) of hitting the jackpot.

FIGS. 10-5(B) and (C) are explanatory diagrams showing the jackpot type determination table. FIG. 10-5(B) is a first special symbol jackpot type determination table used to determine the jackpot type when a jackpot is determined based on the first special symbol. FIG. 10-5(C) is a second special symbol jackpot type determination table used to determine the jackpot type when a jackpot is determined based on the second special symbol.

The first special figure jackpot type determination table in FIG. 10-5(B) includes numerical values to be compared with the random 1 value for jackpot type determination, including "5R normal jackpot", "5R probability variable jackpot", and , "10R probability variable jackpot" and corresponding jackpot determination values are set. In the second special symbol jackpot type determination table of FIG. 10-5(C), a jackpot determination value is set which is a numerical value to be compared with the value of random 1 and corresponds to "10R probability variable jackpot".

For example, as shown in Figure 10-5 (B), for the first special drawing, the 5R normal jackpot is assigned the value of 50 random 1s out of 100 random 1s ranging from 0 to 99. Therefore, the probability that the 5R normal jackpot will be selected when the special figure 1 hit is 1/2 (=50/100). Considering that the jackpot probability in normal times is about 1/300, the probability that the variable display result will be a 5R normal jackpot in special drawing 1 is about 1/600 (=1/2*1/300).

In addition, as shown in Figure 10-5 (B), for the first special drawing, the 5R probability variable jackpot is assigned the value of 10 random 1s out of 100 random 1s ranging from 0 to 99. Therefore, the probability that the 5R probability variable jackpot will be selected when the special drawing 1 hit is 1/10 (=10/100). Considering that the jackpot probability in normal times is about 1/300, the probability that the result of the variable display will be a 5R probability variable jackpot in special drawing 1 is about 1/3000 (=1/10*1/300).

In addition, as shown in Figure 10-5 (B), for the first special drawing, the 10R probability variable jackpot is assigned the value of 40 random 1s out of 100 random 1s ranging from 0 to 99. Therefore, the probability that the 10R probability variable jackpot will be selected when the special drawing 1 hit is 2/5 (=40/100). Considering that the jackpot probability in normal times is about 1/300, the probability that the result of the variable display will be a 10R probability variable jackpot in special drawing 1 is about 1/750 (=2/5*1/300).

In addition, as shown in Figure 10-5 (B), the probability of hitting any jackpot in special drawing 1 is approximately 1/300 (= 1/600 + 1/3000 + 1/750), so the probability of losing is approximately 299. /300.

In addition, as shown in Figure 10-5 (C), for the second special drawing, the 10R probability variable jackpot is assigned the value of 100 random 1s out of 100 random 1s ranging from 0 to 99. There is.

Using such various jackpot type determination tables, the CPU 103 determines, as the jackpot type, the type corresponding to the jackpot type determination value with which the value of Random 1 matches, and determines, as the jackpot symbol, the type that corresponds to the jackpot type judgment value with which the value of Random 1 matches. Determine the jackpot symbol. Thereby, the jackpot type and the jackpot symbol corresponding to the jackpot type are determined at the same time.

According to such various jackpot type determination tables, regarding the jackpot of the second special symbol, the percentage of selection of "10R probability variable jackpot" is higher than that of the jackpot type selectable with the first special symbol, and the player There is a high rate of selection of jackpot types that are advantageous for players.

(Production control command)
FIG. 10-6 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the content of the production control command. The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11, which is the main side control board, transmits various performance control commands to the performance control CPU 120 depending on the game control state. The production control command has, for example, a two-byte configuration, with the first byte indicating MODE (command classification) and the second byte indicating EXT (command type). Note that the command format shown in FIG. 10-6 is an example, and other command formats may be used. In addition, although "(H)" indicates a hexadecimal number in the following, it may be omitted in this specification.

Command 80XX(H) is a variation pattern that specifies a variation pattern corresponding to a previous variation (previous variation pattern) among variation patterns of decorative symbols that are variably displayed on the image display device 5 in response to variable display of special symbols. This is a command (XX corresponds to the number of the previous fluctuation pattern). The front variation on the sub side refers to the variation in the first half of the variation in the decorative pattern that is variably displayed on the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of the special symbol. When a unique number is assigned to each of a plurality of types of previous variation patterns, there is a previous variation pattern command corresponding to each of the previous variation patterns specified by the number.

Command 8101 (H) is a first variable display start command that specifies the start of variable display of the first special figure. Command 8102 (H) is a second variable display start command that specifies the start of variable display of the second special figure. When the performance control CPU 101 receives the command 8101 (H) or the command 8102 (H), it controls the image display device 5 to start variable display of decorative symbols.

Command 84XX(H) is a variation pattern that specifies a variation pattern corresponding to a later variation (later variation pattern) among the variation patterns of decorative symbols that are variably displayed on the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of special symbols. This is a command (XX corresponds to the number of the post-variation pattern). The after variation on the sub side refers to the variation in the latter half of the variation of the decorative symbol variably displayed on the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of the special symbol. When a unique number is assigned to each of a plurality of types of post-fluctuation patterns, there is a post-fluctuation pattern command corresponding to each post-fluctuation pattern specified by the number.

Command 8C01 (H) is a display result 1 designation command (loss designation command) indicating that the game has been determined to be a loss. Command 8C02 (H) is a display result 2 designation command (5R normal jackpot designation command) indicating that the 5R normal jackpot has been determined. Command 8C03 (H) is a display result 3 designation command (5R probability variable jackpot designation command) indicating that a 5R probability variable jackpot has been determined. Command 8C04 (H) is a display result 4 designation command (10R probability variable jackpot designation command) indicating that a 10R probability variable jackpot has been determined. Each of the loss designation command, 5R normal jackpot designation command, 5R probability variable jackpot designation command, and 10R probability variable jackpot designation command, or these commands collectively are also referred to as 8C series commands.

Command 8D01 (H) is a first symbol variation designation command indicating to start variable display of the first special symbol. Command 8D02 (H) is a second symbol variation designation command indicating to start variable display of the second special symbol. Each of the first symbol variation designation command and the second symbol variation designation command, or these collectively, are also referred to as 8D series commands. Command 8F00 (H) is a symbol confirmation designation command that designates ending the variation of the first special symbol and the second special symbol.

Command 9000 (H) is an initialization designation command that designates initialization (designates displaying the initial screen when the power is turned on) to be sent when power supply to the gaming machine is started. Command 9200 (H) is a power outage recovery designation command that is sent when power supply to the gaming machine is resumed and designates recovery from a power outage (specifies displaying a power outage recovery screen). Command 9500 (H) is a normal state designation command that designates the background of the normal state. Command 9501 (H) is a time-saving state designation command that designates the background of the time-saving state. Command 9502 (H) is a variable probability state designation command that specifies the background of the variable probability state. Each of the normal state designation command, time-saving state designation command, and variable probability state designation command, or these commands collectively, are also referred to as 95-series commands or background designation commands. Command 9F00(H) is a customer waiting demonstration designation command that specifies a customer waiting demonstration.

Command A001 (H) is a jackpot start 1 designation command that designates the start of the 5R normal jackpot. Command A002 (H) is a jackpot start 2 designation command that designates the start of a 5R probability variable jackpot. Command A003 (H) is a probability variable jackpot start 3 designation command that specifies the start of a 10R probability variable jackpot. Each of the jackpot start 1 designation command, the jackpot start 2 designation command, and the jackpot start 3 designation command, or these collectively are also referred to as A0 series commands.

A1XX(H) is a command indicating that the big winning hole is being opened for the number of times (round) indicated by XX. The grand prize opening designation command is also referred to as the A1 series command. A2XX(H) is a specified command after the opening of the grand prize opening indicating the closing of the grand prize opening of the number (round) indicated by XX. The command specified after opening the big prize opening is also referred to as the A2 series command.

Command A301 (H) is a jackpot end 1 designation command that designates the end of the 5R normal jackpot. Command A302 (H) is a jackpot end 2 designation command that designates the end of the 5R probability variable jackpot. Command A303 (H) is a jackpot end 3 designation command that designates the end of the 10R variable jackpot. Each of the jackpot end 1 designation command, the jackpot end 2 designation command, and the jackpot end 3 designation command, or these collectively are also referred to as A3 series commands.

Command B100 (H) is a first starting winning designation command that specifies that there is a first starting winning. Command B200 (H) is a second starting winning designation command that specifies that there is a second starting winning.

Command C1XX(H) is a first pending storage number designation command that specifies that the first pending storage number has reached the number indicated by XX. The first pending storage number designation command is also referred to as a C1 series command. Command C2XX(H) is a second pending storage designation command that specifies that the second pending storage number has reached the number indicated by XX. The second pending storage number designation command is also referred to as a C2-based command.

Command C4XX (H) and command C6XX (H) display the contents of the winning judgment results such as jackpot judgment, jackpot type judgment, fluctuation pattern type judgment, etc. at the time of starting winning into the first starting winning hole or the second starting winning hole. This is the production control command shown. Among these, command C4XX(H) is a symbol designation command that indicates whether or not it will be a jackpot among the winning determination results and the determination result of the type of jackpot. In addition, the command C3XX (H) is a variation type command that indicates the judgment result (variation pattern type judgment result) in which judgment value range the value of the random number for variation pattern type judgment falls within among the winning judgment results. It is.

C7XX(H) is a grand prize opening designation command that indicates passage of the game ball to the grand prize opening for the number of times (round) indicated by XX.

A command in which the MODE is FD (H) and the 4th bit of EXT is 0 is a right-handed player display light-off designation command indicating that the right-handed player display is turned off. A command in which the MODE data is FD (H) and the 4th bit of the EXT data is 1 is a right-handed hitting display lighting designation command indicating lighting of the right-handed hitting display. In this embodiment, the right-handed display lighting designation command is also referred to as an FD-related command.

The game control microcomputer 100 determines, at the time of starting winning, whether or not there will be a jackpot, the type of jackpot, and which judgment value range the value of the random number for determining the type of variation pattern falls within. Then, a value that specifies a jackpot and a value that specifies the type of jackpot are set in the EXT data of the symbol designation command, and control is performed to transmit them to the performance control CPU 120. Further, the game control microcomputer 100 sets a value specifying the range of the determination value as a determination result of the fluctuation pattern type in the EXT data of the fluctuation type command, and performs control to send it to the performance control CPU 120. The production control CPU 120 can recognize whether the display result is a jackpot or not and the type of jackpot based on the value set in the symbol designation command, and can also recognize the variation pattern type based on the variation type command. .

[Variation pattern]
The contents of the fluctuation pattern, determination of the fluctuation pattern, etc. will be explained with reference to FIGS. 10-7 to 10-9.

(Contents of fluctuation pattern on main side)
FIG. 10-7 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the fluctuation pattern on the main side. As shown in FIG. 10-7, in this embodiment, a plurality of types of variation patterns are set by the game control microcomputer 100, which is the main side. Each variation pattern is managed by a main variation number, and is composed of a combination of a previous variation pattern, which is a variation pattern corresponding to the previous variation, and a subsequent variation pattern, which corresponds to the subsequent variation, and the combination has different contents. It is now included. Note that the previous variation pattern corresponds to the previous variation pattern command (80XX (H)) explained using FIG. 10-6, and the after variation pattern corresponds to the after variation pattern command (84XX (H)).

First, the pre-fluctuation pattern will be explained. Among the plurality of types of previous variation patterns each assigned a previous variation number, the previous variation number a1 is a previous variation pattern command (8001 (H)) that specifies a normal variation (a variation of a decorative pattern for 13 seconds). . The previous variation number a2 is a previous variation pattern command (8002(H)) that specifies a shortened variation (a variation of a decorative pattern for 7 seconds). The previous variation number a3 is a previous variation pattern command (8003(H)) that designates execution of a pseudo continuous sequence. Pseudo-association is by temporarily stopping the variable display and then restarting the variable display after the start of the variable display (fluctuating display) of the decorative pattern until the display result of the variable display is derived and displayed. , is an effect that makes a variable display based on one reserved memory appear to be displayed multiple times in a pseudo manner. In this way, a variable display that is restarted after being temporarily stopped is also referred to as a "re-variable display." Moreover, the variation of the decorative pattern due to the pseudo variable display is also referred to as "pseudo variation".

The previous variation number a4 is a previous variation pattern command (8004(H)) that specifies a normal reach (accessory object x) (a reach in which the reach mode is reached but the movable body 087F010 does not operate). The previous variation number a5 is a previous variation pattern command (8005 (H)) that specifies that a normal reach (accessory object ×) is executed after one pseudo variation. The pre-variation number a6 is a pre-variation pattern command (8006 (H)) that specifies that the SP reach will develop after executing the normal reach (accessory object ○) (the reach in which the movable body 087F010 operates in the reach mode). be. The pre-variation number a7 is a pre-variation pattern command (8007(H)) that specifies that a normal reach (accessory object ○) is executed after one pseudo variation, and then further developed into an SP reach.

The pre-variation number a8 is a pre-variation pattern command (8008 (H)) that specifies that a normal reach (accessory ×) is executed after performing a pseudo variation twice, and then further developed into an SP reach. The pre-variation number a9 is a pre-variation pattern command (8009(H)) that specifies that a normal reach (accessory object ○) is executed after performing a pseudo variation twice, and then further developed into an SP reach.

The pre-variation number a10 is a pre-variation pattern command (8010(H)) that specifies that a normal reach (accessory circle) is executed after one pseudo variation, and then further developed into a final reach. The pre-variation number a11 is a pre-variation pattern command (8011(H)) that specifies that a normal reach (accessory object ○) is executed after performing a pseudo variation twice, and then further developed into a final reach.

Next, the post-variation pattern will be explained. Among the multiple types of after-variation patterns to which respective after-variation numbers are assigned, the after-variation number b1 specifies non-reach (missing) (a variation of a decorative pattern that does not become a reach mode but eventually becomes a miss mode). This is a post-variation pattern command (8401(H)). The post-variation number b2 is a post-variation pattern command (8402(H)) that specifies a normal reach (miss) (a variation of the decorative pattern that becomes a reach mode but ultimately becomes a miss mode). The post-variation number b3 is a post-variation pattern command (8403(H)) that specifies SP reach (miss) (a variation in the decorative pattern that develops into SP reach but ultimately becomes a miss mode). The post-variation number b4 is a post-variation pattern command (8404(H)) that specifies the final reach (miss) (the variation of the decorative symbol that develops into the final reach but ultimately becomes a miss mode).

The post-variation number b5 is a post-variation pattern command (8405 (H)) that specifies a normal reach (win) (a variation of the decorative symbol that becomes a reach mode but ultimately becomes a win mode). The post-variation number b6 is a post-variation pattern command (8406 (H)) that specifies SP reach (win) (a variation of the decorative pattern that develops into SP reach and finally becomes a win mode). The post-variation number b7 is a post-variation pattern command (8407(H)) that specifies the final reach (win) (the variation of the decorative pattern that develops into the final reach and finally becomes a winning mode).

(Contents of fluctuation pattern on sub side)
FIG. 10-8 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the content of the variation pattern on the sub side. As shown in FIG. 10-8, in this embodiment, a plurality of types of variation patterns are set by the sub-side performance control CPU 120. Each variation pattern is managed by a sub-variation number, and is composed of a combination of a previous variation pattern, which is a variation pattern corresponding to the previous variation, and a subsequent variation pattern, which corresponds to the subsequent variation. It is now included.

In addition, when the performance control CPU 120 receives a variation pattern command to which a main variation number is assigned from the game control microcomputer 100, it sets a sub-side variation pattern corresponding to the received variation pattern command, and sets the sub-side variation pattern corresponding to the received variation pattern command. Execute the performance based on the fluctuation pattern.

Specifically, in this embodiment, a pre-variation pattern command (80XX(H)) is transmitted from the CPU 103 to the production control CPU 120, and a post-variation pattern command (84XX(H)) is transmitted. be done. The production control CPU 120 first receives the previous variation pattern command, and then receives the previous variation pattern command and the subsequent variation pattern command on the condition that the subsequent variation pattern command is received without receiving any other commands. The sub-side fluctuation pattern is set based on the fluctuation pattern command consisting of. In addition, the production control CPU 120 may receive a subsequent variation pattern command before receiving a previous variation pattern command, or receive a previous variation pattern command first, but then execute other commands before receiving a subsequent variation pattern command. If a command is received, processing based on the received variation pattern command is not executed.

The variation pattern to which the sub variation number 1 is assigned corresponds to the variation pattern command of the main variation number 1, and is a variation pattern that becomes non-reach (miss) after performing normal variation. The variation pattern to which the sub variation number 2 is assigned corresponds to the variation pattern command of the main variation number 2, and is a variation pattern that becomes a non-reach (miss) after the shortening variation is performed. The variation pattern to which the sub variation number 3 is assigned corresponds to the variation pattern command of the main variation number 3, and is a variation pattern that becomes non-reach (missing) after performing the pseudo continuous gase.

The variation pattern to which sub variation number 4 is assigned corresponds to the variation pattern command of main variation number 4, and is a variation pattern that becomes normal reach A (accessory ×) of normal reach, and ultimately becomes normal reach (missing). . The variation pattern to which the sub variation number 5 is assigned corresponds to the variation pattern command of the main variation number 4, and is a variation pattern that becomes the normal reach B (accessory ×) of the normal reach, and ultimately becomes the normal reach (missing). . In this way, the variation pattern to which sub variation number 4 is assigned and the variation pattern to which sub variation number 5 is assigned both correspond to the variation pattern command with main variation number 4, which is a normal reach, but the type of normal reach is different from each other.

The variation pattern to which sub variation number 6 is assigned corresponds to the variation pattern command of main variation number 5, and after one pseudo variation, it becomes normal reach A (accessory ×), and finally becomes normal reach (miss). It's a pattern. The variation pattern to which sub variation number 7 is assigned corresponds to the variation pattern command of main variation number 5, and after one pseudo variation, it becomes normal reach B (accessory ×), and finally becomes normal reach (miss). It's a pattern. In this way, the variation pattern to which sub-variation number 6 is assigned and the variation pattern to which sub-variation number 7 is assigned both correspond to the variation pattern command with main variation number 5, which is a normal reach, but the type of normal reach is different from each other.

The variation pattern assigned sub variation number 8 corresponds to the variation pattern command of main variation number 6, and is a variation that develops into SP reach after normal reach A (yakubuto ○) and finally becomes SP reach (miss). It's a pattern. The variation pattern assigned sub variation number 9 corresponds to the variation pattern command of main variation number 6, and is a variation that develops into SP reach after normal reach B (yakubuto ○) and finally becomes SP reach (miss). It's a pattern. In this way, the variation pattern to which sub-variation number 8 is assigned and the variation pattern to which sub-variation number 9 is assigned both correspond to the variation pattern command with main variation number 6, which is a normal reach, but the type of normal reach is different from each other.

The variation pattern assigned sub variation number 10 corresponds to the variation pattern command with main variation number 7, and after one pseudo variation, becomes normal reach A (yakubuto ○), then develops into SP reach, and finally reaches This is a fluctuation pattern in which SP reaches (misses). The variation pattern assigned sub variation number 11 corresponds to the variation pattern command of main variation number 7, and after one pseudo variation, becomes normal reach B (yakubuto ○), then develops into SP reach, and finally reaches This is a fluctuation pattern in which SP reaches (misses). In this way, the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 10 and the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 11 both correspond to the variation pattern command with main variation number 7, which is a normal reach, but the type of normal reach is different from each other.

The variation pattern assigned the sub variation number 12 corresponds to the variation pattern command of the main variation number 8, and after performing pseudo variation twice, it becomes normal reach A (accessory ×), and then develops into SP reach and final This is a fluctuation pattern in which SP reaches (misses). The variation pattern assigned sub variation number 13 corresponds to the variation pattern command of main variation number 8, and after performing pseudo variation twice, becomes normal reach B (accessory ×), then develops into SP reach, and finally reaches This is a fluctuation pattern in which SP reaches (misses). In this way, the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 12 and the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 13 both correspond to the variation pattern command with main variation number 8, which is a normal reach, but the type of normal reach is different from each other.

The variation pattern assigned sub variation number 14 corresponds to the variation pattern command of main variation number 9, and after performing pseudo variation twice, it becomes normal reach A (yakubuto ○), and then develops into SP reach, and finally reaches This is a fluctuation pattern in which SP reaches (misses). The variation pattern assigned sub variation number 15 corresponds to the variation pattern command of main variation number 9, and after performing pseudo variation twice, becomes normal reach B (yakubuto ○), then develops into SP reach, and finally reaches This is a fluctuation pattern in which SP reaches (misses). In this way, the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 14 and the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 15 both correspond to the variation pattern command with main variation number 9, which is a normal reach, but the type of normal reach is different from each other.

The variation pattern assigned sub variation number 16 corresponds to the variation pattern command with main variation number 10, and after one pseudo variation, becomes normal reach A (yakumo ○), and then develops into final reach and final reach. This is a fluctuation pattern in which the final reach (miss) occurs. The variation pattern assigned sub variation number 17 corresponds to the variation pattern command with main variation number 10, and after one pseudo variation, becomes normal reach B (yakubuto ○), and then develops into final reach and final reach. This is a fluctuation pattern in which the final reach (miss) occurs. In this way, the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 16 and the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 17 both correspond to the variation pattern command with main variation number 10, which is a normal reach, but the type of normal reach is different from each other.

The variation pattern to which sub-variation number 18 is assigned corresponds to the variation pattern command with main variation number 11, and after pseudo variation is performed twice, it becomes normal reach A (yakumo ○), and then develops into final reach and final reach. This is a fluctuation pattern in which the final reach (miss) occurs. The variation pattern to which sub variation number 19 is assigned corresponds to the variation pattern command with main variation number 11, and after pseudo variation is performed twice, it becomes normal reach B (yakubuto ○), and then develops into final reach and final reach. This is a fluctuation pattern in which the final reach (miss) occurs. In this way, the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 18 and the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 19 both correspond to the variation pattern command with main variation number 11, which is a normal reach, but the type of normal reach is different from each other.

The variation pattern to which the sub variation number 20 is assigned corresponds to the variation pattern command of the main variation number 12, and is a variation pattern that becomes a normal reach A (accessory item ×) and finally a normal reach (win). The variation pattern to which the sub variation number 21 is assigned corresponds to the variation pattern command of the main variation number 12, and is a variation pattern that becomes a normal reach B (accessory object x) and finally a normal reach (win). In this way, the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 20 and the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 21 both correspond to the variation pattern command with main variation number 12, which is a normal reach, but the type of normal reach is different from each other.

The variation pattern assigned sub variation number 22 corresponds to the variation pattern command with main variation number 13, and after one pseudo variation, it becomes normal reach A (accessory ×), and finally becomes normal reach (hit). It's a pattern. The variation pattern to which sub-variation number 23 is assigned corresponds to the variation pattern command with main variation number 13, and after one pseudo variation, it becomes normal reach B (accessory ×), and finally becomes normal reach (hit). It's a pattern. In this way, the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 22 and the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 23 both correspond to the variation pattern command with main variation number 13, which is a normal reach, but the type of normal reach is different from each other.

The variation pattern assigned sub variation number 24 corresponds to the variation pattern command with main variation number 14, and is a variation that develops into SP reach after normal reach A (yakubuto ○) and finally becomes SP reach (win). It's a pattern. The variation pattern to which sub variation number 25 is assigned corresponds to the variation pattern command with main variation number 14, and is a variation that develops into SP reach after normal reach B (official object ○) and finally becomes SP reach (win). It's a pattern. In this way, the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 24 and the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 25 both correspond to the variation pattern command with main variation number 14, which is a normal reach, but the type of normal reach is different from each other.

The variation pattern assigned sub variation number 26 corresponds to the variation pattern command with main variation number 15, and after one pseudo variation, it becomes normal reach A (yakumo ○), and then develops into SP reach, and finally reaches This is a fluctuation pattern where SP reach (hit) occurs. The variation pattern assigned sub variation number 27 corresponds to the variation pattern command with main variation number 15, and after one pseudo variation, becomes normal reach B (yakubuto ○), then develops into SP reach, and finally reaches This is a fluctuation pattern where SP reach (hit) occurs. In this way, the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 26 and the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 27 both correspond to the variation pattern command with main variation number 15, which is a normal reach, but the type of normal reach is different from each other.

The variation pattern to which sub variation number 28 is assigned corresponds to the variation pattern command with main variation number 16, and after pseudo variation is performed twice, it becomes normal reach A (accessory ×), and then develops into SP reach and final This is a fluctuation pattern where SP reach (hit) occurs. The variation pattern assigned sub variation number 29 corresponds to the variation pattern command with main variation number 16, and after performing pseudo variation twice, it becomes normal reach B (accessory ×), and then develops into SP reach and final This is a fluctuation pattern where SP reach (hit) occurs. In this way, the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 28 and the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 29 both correspond to the variation pattern command with main variation number 16, which is a normal reach, but the type of normal reach is different from each other.

The variation pattern to which sub variation number 30 is assigned corresponds to the variation pattern command with main variation number 17, and after pseudo variation is performed twice, it becomes normal reach A (yakubuto ○), and then develops into SP reach and becomes final. This is a fluctuation pattern where SP reach (hit) occurs. The variation pattern assigned sub variation number 31 corresponds to the variation pattern command with main variation number 17, and after performing pseudo variation twice, becomes normal reach B (yakubuto ○), then develops into SP reach, and finally reaches This is a fluctuation pattern where SP reach (hit) occurs. In this way, the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 30 and the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 31 both correspond to the variation pattern command with main variation number 17, which is a normal reach, but the type of normal reach is different from each other.

The variation pattern assigned sub variation number 32 corresponds to the variation pattern command with main variation number 18, and after one pseudo variation, it becomes normal reach A (yakumo ○), and then develops into final reach and final reach. This is a fluctuation pattern that results in the final reach (hit). The variation pattern to which sub variation number 33 is assigned corresponds to the variation pattern command with main variation number 18, and after one pseudo variation, it becomes normal reach B (yakubuto ○), and then develops into final reach and final reach. This is a fluctuation pattern that results in the final reach (hit). In this way, the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 32 and the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 33 both correspond to the variation pattern command with main variation number 18, which is a normal reach, but the type of normal reach is different from each other.

The variation pattern to which sub variation number 34 is assigned corresponds to the variation pattern command with main variation number 19, and after pseudo variation is performed twice, it becomes normal reach A (yakubuto ○), and then develops into final reach and final reach. This is a fluctuation pattern that results in the final reach (hit). The variation pattern to which sub variation number 35 is assigned corresponds to the variation pattern command with main variation number 19, and after pseudo variation is performed twice, it becomes normal reach B (yakubuto ○), and then develops into final reach and final reach. This is a fluctuation pattern that results in the final reach (hit). In this way, the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 34 and the variation pattern assigned sub variation number 35 both correspond to the variation pattern command with main variation number 19, which is a normal reach, but the type of normal reach is different from each other.

In this way, the production control CPU 120 sets a variation pattern corresponding to the variation pattern command received from the game control microcomputer 100, and even if a variation pattern command with the same main variation number is received, the effect control CPU 120 sets the variation pattern corresponding to the variation pattern command received from the game control microcomputer 100, and even if a variation pattern command with the same main variation number is received, the CPU 120 selects the variation pattern by lottery or the like. Generally, it is possible to set any one of a plurality of variation patterns to which mutually different sub-variation numbers are assigned. In addition, in this embodiment, when the performance control CPU 120 receives a variation pattern command of the main variation number that is a normal reach, it is possible to set one of the two types of variation patterns of the normal reach. It is not limited to this. For example, three or more types of normal reaches are prepared, and when the performance control CPU 120 receives a variation pattern command of a main variation number that is a normal reach, the production control CPU 120 sets a variation pattern of one of the three or more types of normal reaches. It may be possible. In addition, multiple types of effects are prepared not only for normal reach, but also for other effects such as SP reach, final reach, and reach promotion effects, and the effect control CPU 120 receives a variation pattern command of one main variation number. In this case, it may be possible to set any variation pattern among a plurality of types of effects corresponding to the variation pattern command of the one main variation number.

(Table for determining fluctuation patterns on the main side)
FIG. 10-9 is an explanatory diagram showing a variation pattern determination table on the main side. In this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 100 first determines the rear variation pattern, and then determines the front variation pattern.

FIG. 10-9(A) is an explanatory diagram showing a post-variation pattern determination table on the main side. As shown in FIG. 10-9(A), the subsequent variation pattern is determined with different probabilities depending on the type of winning determined in advance.

Specifically, when the predetermined hit type is "miss", the non-reach (miss) of the after variation number b1, the normal reach (miss) of the post variation number b2, and the SP reach (miss) of the post variation number b3. , and the final reach (miss) of the post-variation number b4, among which the post-variation number b1 has the largest number of possible judgment values (the highest decision probability), followed by the post-variation number b2. The number of possible decision values for the post-variation number b4 is the largest (the decision probability is the next highest), and the number of possible decision values for the decision probability of the post-variation number b4 is the smallest (the decision probability is the lowest).

If the predetermined hit type is "5R normal jackpot", the normal reach (hit) of post-variation number b5, the SP reach (hit) of post-variation number b6, and the final reach (hit) of post-variation number b7. Among them, the number of possible judgment values for the post-variation number b5 is the largest (the highest decision probability), and the number of possible judgment values for the post-variation number b6 is the second largest (the decision probability is the next highest). high), and the number of possible decision values for the decision probability of the post-variation number b7 is the smallest (the decision probability is the lowest).

If the predetermined winning type is "5R definite variable jackpot", among the normal reach (hit) of post-variation number b5, SP reach (hit) of post-variation number b6, and final reach (hit) of post-variation number b7. Among them, the number of possible judgment values for the post-variation number b6 is the largest (the highest decision probability), and the number of possible judgment values for the post-variation number b7 is the second largest (the decision probability is the next highest). (highest), and the number of possible determination values for the post-variation number b5 is the smallest (determination probability is the lowest).

If the pre-determined winning type is "10R definite variable jackpot", the normal reach (hit) of post-variation number b5, the SP reach (hit) of post-variation number b6, and the final reach (hit) of post-variation number b7. Among them, the number of possible judgment values for the post-variation number b7 is the largest (the highest decision probability), and the number of possible judgment values for the post-variation number b6 is the second largest (the decision probability is the next highest). (highest), and the number of possible determination values for the post-variation number b5 is the smallest (determination probability is the lowest).

In this way, the game control microcomputer 100 determines the subsequent variation pattern with different probabilities depending on the type of winning determined in advance, and when the result of the special symbol game is a loss, it does not become a reach mode. The after fluctuation pattern is determined so that the probability of winning is the highest, and when the result of the special map game is a 5R normal jackpot, the after fluctuation pattern is determined so that the probability of winning is the highest due to the normal reach. If the result of the special pattern game is a 5R probability variable jackpot, the post-variation pattern is determined so that the probability of winning is highest based on SP reach, and if the result of the special pattern game is a 10R probability variation jackpot, the final reach is determined. The subsequent fluctuation pattern is determined so that the probability of winning is the highest. As a result, when the final reach is reached, the probability of a 10R probability variable jackpot, which is the most advantageous for the player, is increased, and when it is an SP reach, the probability of a 5R probability variable jackpot, which is the next most advantageous for the player, is increased. From this, the final reach is the most advantageous reach for the player, and the SP reach is the second most advantageous reach for the player.

FIG. 10-9(B) is an explanatory diagram showing a pre-variation pattern determination table on the main side. As shown in FIG. 10-9(B), the pre-fluctuation pattern is determined with different probabilities depending on the pre-determined post-fluctuation pattern.

Specifically, if the pre-determined post-variation pattern is non-reach (missing) of post-variation number b1 and in normal times, the normal variation of pre-variation number a1 and the pseudo-continuous pattern of pre-variation number a3 are Among them, the previous variation number a1 has the largest number of possible judgment values (the highest decision probability), and the previous variation number a3 has the smallest number of possible judgment values (the lowest decision probability). ) has become.

If the pre-determined post-variation pattern is non-reach (missing) of post-variation number b1 and is time saving, it is determined to be the shortened variation of pre-variation number a2.

If the pre-determined post-variation pattern is the normal reach (miss) of post-variation number b2, the normal reach (accessory item x) of previous variation number a4 and the normal reach (accessory item x) after one pseudo variation of previous variation number a5. Among them, the number of possible judgment values for the previous variation number a4 is the largest (the highest decision probability), and the number of possible judgment values for the previous variation number a5 is the smallest (the highest decision probability). low).

If the predetermined post-variation pattern is SP reach (miss) with post-variation number b3, SP reach development after normal reach (official circle) with pre-variation number a6, and after one pseudo variation with pre-variation number a7. SP reach development after normal reach (official object ○), SP reach development after two pseudo fluctuations of previous variation number a8 (official object ×), and normal reach after two pseudo fluctuations of previous variation number a9. Item ○) is determined by one of the later SP reach developments, among which the number of possible judgment values of previous variation number a6 is the largest (highest decision probability), followed by the number of possible judgment values of previous variation number a7. The number of possible decision values is the largest (the decision probability is the next highest), the number of possible decision values for the previous variation number a8 is the next largest (the decision probability is the second highest), and the number of possible decision values for the previous variation number a9 is the smallest ( The decision probability is the lowest).

If the predetermined after variation pattern is the final reach (miss) of the after variation number b4, the final reach development after the normal reach (accessory ○) after one pseudo variation of the previous variation number a10, and the previous variation number a11. is determined to be one of the final reach developments after the normal reach (official object ○) after two pseudo fluctuations, and among them, the number of possible judgment values of the previous fluctuation number a10 is the largest (the decision probability is the highest), The number of possible decision values for the previous variation number a11 is the smallest (the decision probability is the lowest).

If the predetermined after variation pattern is the normal reach (hit) of the after variation number b5, the normal reach of the previous variation number a4 (accessory item x) and the normal reach after one pseudo variation of the previous variation number a5 (accessory item x) The previous variation number a5 has the largest number of possible decision values (the highest decision probability), and the previous variation number a4 has the smallest number of possible decision values (the highest decision probability). low).

If the pre-determined post-variation pattern is SP reach (hit) with post-variation number b6, SP reach development after normal reach (official object ○) with pre-variation number a6, and after one pseudo variation with pre-variation number a7. SP reach development after normal reach (official object ○), SP reach development after two pseudo fluctuations of previous variation number a8 (official object ×), and normal reach after two pseudo fluctuations of previous variation number a9. Item ○) is determined by one of the later SP reach developments, among which the number of possible judgment values of previous variation number a9 is the largest (highest decision probability), followed by the number of possible judgment values of previous variation number a8 The number of possible decision values is the largest (the decision probability is the next highest), the number of possible decision values for the previous variation number a7 is the next largest (the decision probability is the next highest), and the number of possible decision values for the previous variation number a6 is the smallest ( The decision probability is the lowest).

If the predetermined after fluctuation pattern is the final reach (hit) of the after fluctuation number b7, the final reach development after the normal reach (accessory object ○) after one pseudo fluctuation of the previous fluctuation number a10, and the previous fluctuation number a11 is determined to be one of the final reach developments after the normal reach (official object ○) after two pseudo fluctuations, and among them, the number of possible judgment values of the previous fluctuation number a11 is the largest (the decision probability is the highest), The number of possible determination values for the previous variation number a10 is the smallest (the decision probability is the lowest).

In this way, the game control microcomputer 100 determines the pre-variation pattern with different probabilities depending on the type of pre-determined post-variation pattern, and when a pseudo series (two or more pseudo variations) is executed. It is easier to develop into SP chili or final reach. The variation pattern command in which the variation pattern (the variation pattern shown in FIG. 10-7) consisting of the pre-variation pattern and the post-variation pattern determined by the game control microcomputer 100 in this manner is determined by the game control microcomputer 100. The information is sent to the performance control CPU 120. Then, the performance control CPU 120 determines the sub-side variation pattern (the variation pattern shown in FIG. 10-8) based on the variation pattern command (main variation number) received from the game control microcomputer 100.

[Pseudo fluctuation pattern on the sub side]
FIG. 10-10 is an explanatory diagram showing a pseudo pattern determination table on the sub side. In this embodiment, sub-variation numbers 6, 7, 10, 11, 16, 17, 22, 23, 26, 27, 32, which are patterns in which a pseudo-variation is executed twice as a pseudo-continuation, are controlled by the performance control CPU 120. , 33, and the variation patterns of sub-variation numbers 12 to 15, 18, 19, 28 to 31, 34, and 35, which are patterns in which pseudo variations are executed three times as a pseudo series, are determined. A pseudo pattern that is a pattern of pseudo fluctuations in the fluctuation pattern is determined.

In addition, in the case of the variation patterns of sub variation numbers 6, 7, 10, 11, 16, 17, 22, 23, 26, 27, 32, and 33, the production control CPU 120 generates a pseudo pattern for each of the two pseudo variations. may be determined, or a pseudo pattern may be determined by combining the two pseudo fluctuations. In addition, in the case of the variation patterns of sub variation numbers 12 to 15, 18, 19, 28 to 31, 34, and 35, the production control CPU 120 may determine a pseudo pattern for each of the three pseudo variations, A pseudo pattern may be determined by combining the three pseudo fluctuations.

FIG. 10-10(A) is an explanatory diagram showing the contents of the pseudo pattern. As shown in FIG. 10-10(A), the pseudo patterns include a weak pseudo pattern and strong pseudo patterns A to C. The weak pseudo pattern is a weak pseudo pattern that is more disadvantageous to the player than the strong pseudo pattern. In the pseudo pattern, reach stimulation is executed in a period t1, a special symbol is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 in a subsequent period t2, and then the characters "NEXT" are displayed, and an image is displayed in a subsequent period t3. The number of variable displays of the decorative pattern is displayed on the screen of the device 5, and after a suggestion is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 in the subsequent period t4, the decorative pattern is variably displayed in the subsequent period t5. .

The reach promotion is an effect that prompts the player to decide whether or not the variable display mode will be the reach mode. The special symbol is a symbol that suggests execution of the re-variable display, and by displaying this special symbol, it is suggested to the player that the re-variable display will start thereafter. The display of special symbols is called special symbol display. The number of times display is an effect that displays a number of times image indicating the number of times the variable display of the decorative pattern is executed. The suggestion display is a display that suggests the number of execution times of the variable display of the decorative pattern, and a number image is displayed at the edge of the screen of the image display device 5 together with characters suggesting re-variable display.

The strong pseudo pattern A is a strong pseudo pattern that is more advantageous to the player than the weak pseudo pattern. In the strong pseudo pattern A, a reach line is executed in a period t1, a special display is performed after the characters of a famous quote are displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 in a subsequent period t2, and an image is displayed in a subsequent period t3. The number of variable displays of the decorative design is displayed on the screen of the device 5, and after a suggestive display is performed on the screen of the image display device 5 in the subsequent period t4, the decorative design is again displayed in a variable manner in the subsequent period t5. do.

The reach line is an effect that informs the player that the variable display mode has become the reach mode, and the characters "reach" are displayed in three separate appearances. The famous words include characters related to famous words that appear in the original work based on the concept of the pachinko game machine 1, such as famous words (words) uttered by the main character or other main characters that appear in the production of the pachinko game machine 1, or These include famous sayings (words) uttered by the main character and other main characters who do not appear in the production of the gaming machine 1. The special display is an effect that displays a plurality of images including the characters of the famous quote.

Furthermore, the reach line is displayed once or multiple times during the period in which the variable display based on one pending memory is executed. For example, in the case of a variable pattern in which pseudo-runs are not executed, in order to inform the player that the variable display mode has become the reach mode, the word "reach" may be changed to "reach", "reach", "reach", etc. The characters appear and appear three times. In this way, in the case of a variation pattern in which a pseudo-run is not executed, only the first reach line is executed.

In addition, in the case of a variation pattern in which a pseudo-variation in which pseudo-variation is performed once, in order to notify the player that the variable display mode has become a reach mode, When the result is not displayed (pseudo fluctuation), the word "Reach" appears three times and is displayed, such as "Reach", "Reach", "Reach", and then the second variable display (Jackpot or Miss) is displayed. When the results are displayed (variable display), the word "reach" appears three times and is displayed, such as "reach", "reach", "reach". In this way, in the case of a variation pattern in which a pseudo-run in which a pseudo-variation is performed once, the first and second reach lines are performed.

In addition, in the case of a variation pattern in which a pseudo-continuation is executed in which pseudo-variation is performed twice, in order to inform the player that the variable display mode has become a reach mode, the first variable display (for jackpot or miss) is used. When the result is not displayed (pseudo fluctuation), the word "Reach" appears three times and is displayed, such as "Reach", "Reach", "Reach", and then the second variable display (Jackpot or Miss) is displayed. When the result is not displayed (pseudo fluctuation), the word "Reach" appears three times and is displayed as "Reach", "Reach", "Reach", and then the third variable display (Jackpot or (variable display in which a losing result is displayed), the word "reach" appears three times and is displayed, such as "reach", "reach", "reach". In this way, in the case of a variation pattern in which a pseudo-run in which pseudo-variation is performed twice, the first, second, and third reach lines are performed.

The strong pseudo pattern B is a strong pseudo pattern that is more advantageous to the player than the weak pseudo pattern. In strong pseudo pattern B, a special reach notification is executed in a period t1, a special display is performed after the characters of a famous quote are displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 in a subsequent period t2, and an image is displayed in a subsequent period t3. The number of variable displays of the decorative pattern is displayed on the screen of the display device 5, a suggestion is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 in the subsequent period t4, and then the decorative pattern is variable again in the subsequent period t5. indicate.

The special reach notification is an effect that notifies the player that the variable display mode has changed to the reach mode. After the character "ri" appears in five parts, the character "reach" appears appears and is displayed.

The strong pseudo pattern C is a strong pseudo pattern that is more advantageous to the player than the weak pseudo pattern, and is a pattern that switches to a strong pseudo pattern pretending to be a weak pseudo pattern. In the strong pseudo pattern C, reach stimulation is executed in the period t1, and a special symbol is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 in the subsequent period t2, so that the strong pseudo pattern is disguised as a weak pseudo pattern of the weak pseudo pattern. By switching to the production, a special display is performed after the characters of the famous quote are displayed, and in the subsequent period t3, the number of variable display of the decorative pattern is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, and in the subsequent period t4. After the suggestion is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, the decorative pattern is displayed again in a variable manner in the subsequent period t5.

In this way, in the pseudo variation of the pseudo group, the performance of either the weak pseudo pattern or the strong pseudo patterns A to C is performed, and each pseudo pattern is performed according to a predetermined pattern. Further, in each of the weak pseudo patterns and the strong pseudo patterns A to C, a predetermined effect is executed at each predetermined time such as a period t1 to t5. For example, in a weak pseudo pattern, a reach promotion is executed within a period t1, in a strong pseudo pattern A, a reach line is executed within a period t1, and in a strong pseudo pattern B, a special reach notification is executed within a period t1. executed. As described above, the performance control CPU 120 receives a variable pattern command from the game control microcomputer 100 that specifies whether or not to execute a pseudo series and the execution time of the variable display, but does not execute the pseudo series. Even if one of the variation pattern commands (variation pattern commands corresponding to main variation numbers 5, 7 to 11, 13, and 15 to 19 shown in Figure 10-7) is received, the execution time of the variable display It is possible to use the same amount of time to perform different effects depending on the type of pseudo pattern.

FIG. 10-10(B) is an explanatory diagram showing a pseudo pattern determination table. As shown in FIG. 10-10(B), pseudo patterns are determined with different probabilities depending on the type of hit determined in advance.

Specifically, if the predetermined hit type is "miss", there is a 90% probability that the weak pseudo pattern will be determined, a 4% probability that the strong pseudo pattern A will be determined, and a 3% probability that the strong pseudo pattern will be determined. The pseudo pattern B is determined, and the strong pseudo pattern C is determined with a probability of 3%. If the predetermined winning type is "5R normal jackpot", the weak pseudo pattern will be determined with an 80% probability, the strong pseudo pattern A will be determined with a 10% probability, and the strong pseudo pattern B will be determined with a 5% probability. The strong pseudo pattern C is determined with a probability of 5%. If the predetermined winning type is "5R probability variable jackpot", the weak pseudo pattern will be determined with a 70% probability, the strong pseudo pattern A will be determined with a 10% probability, and the strong pseudo pattern B will be determined with a 10% probability. The strong pseudo pattern C is determined with a probability of 10%. If the predetermined winning type is "10R probability variable jackpot", the weak pseudo pattern will be determined with a 60% probability, the strong pseudo pattern A will be determined with a 10% probability, and the strong pseudo pattern B will be determined with a 10% probability. The strong pseudo pattern C is determined with a probability of 20%.

Here, as explained using FIG. 10-5, the probability that the display result of the variable display in the normal time will be a 5R normal jackpot is 1/600. If the winning type is a 5R normal jackpot, the probability of being determined to be a weak pseudo pattern is 80/100, so the probability that the display result of the variable display will be a 5R normal jackpot and being determined to be a weak pseudo pattern is 80/100. /6000 (=1/600*80/100). On the other hand, if the winning type is a 5R normal jackpot, the probability that it will be determined as a strong pseudo pattern is 20/100, so the probability that the display result of the variable display will be a 5R normal jackpot and that it will be determined as a strong pseudo pattern is 20/100. /6000 (=1/600*20/100).

Furthermore, as explained using FIG. 10-5, the probability that the display result of the variable display during normal times will be a 5R probability variable jackpot is 1/3000. If the winning type is a 5R probability variable jackpot, the probability that it will be determined as a weak pseudo pattern is 70/100, so the probability that the display result of the variable display will be a 5R probability variable jackpot and that it will be determined as a weak pseudo pattern is 70/100. /30000 (=1/3000*70/100). On the other hand, when the winning type is a 5R probability variable jackpot, the probability of being determined to be a strong pseudo pattern is 30/100, so the probability that the display result of the variable display is a 5R probability variation jackpot and being determined to be a strong pseudo pattern is 30/100. /30000 (=1/3000*30/100).

Furthermore, as explained using FIG. 10-5, the probability that the display result of the variable display in normal times will be a 10R probability variable jackpot is 1/750. If the winning type is a 10R probability variable jackpot, the probability that it will be determined as a weak pseudo pattern is 60/100, so the probability that the display result of the variable display will be a 10R probability variation jackpot and that it will be determined as a weak pseudo pattern is 60/100. /7500 (=1/750*60/100). On the other hand, if the winning type is a 10R probability variable jackpot, the probability of being determined to be a strong pseudo pattern is 40/100, so the probability that the display result of the variable display will be a 10R probability variation jackpot and being determined to be a strong pseudo pattern is 40/100. /7500 (=1/750*40/100).

From these facts, when the display result of the variable display becomes a jackpot and a pseudo-continuity is executed, the probability of being determined to be a weak pseudo pattern is approximately 7/300 (=8/6000 + 7/3000 + 6/7500 ). On the other hand, if the display result of the variable display is a jackpot and a pseudo-continuity is executed, the probability of being determined to be a strong pseudo pattern is approximately 3/300 (= 2/6000 + 3/3000 + 7/3000). .

Furthermore, as explained using FIG. 10-5, the probability that the display result of the variable display in normal times will be incorrect is 299/300. If the winning type is a loss, the probability of being determined to be a weak pseudo pattern is 90/100, so the probability that the display result of the variable display is a loss and being determined to be a weak pseudo pattern is approximately 270/300 ( =299/300*90/100). On the other hand, if the winning type is a loss, the probability of being determined as a strong pseudo pattern is 10/100, so the probability that the display result of the variable display is a loss and being determined as a strong pseudo pattern is approximately 30/300 ( =299/300*10/100).

In this way, when pseudo-runs are executed during variable display, pseudo-variations due to weak pseudo-patterns are executed in most cases, whereas pseudo-variations due to strong pseudo-patterns are larger than pseudo-variations due to weak pseudo-patterns. Executed infrequently. For example, as for the frequency of occurrence of deviations, pseudo-variations based on strong pseudo-patterns are executed only 1/9 times as often as pseudo-variations based on weak pseudo-patterns. However, if a pseudo fluctuation based on a weak pseudo pattern is executed, there is a probability of 7/300 to hit the jackpot, whereas when a pseudo variation based on a strong pseudo pattern is executed, there is a probability of 3/300 to hit the jackpot. Therefore, the difference between the two is small. In other words, pseudo fluctuations caused by weak pseudo patterns are executed much more frequently than pseudo fluctuations caused by strong pseudo patterns, but the reliability of jackpots is higher for pseudo fluctuations caused by strong pseudo patterns than for pseudo fluctuations caused by weak pseudo patterns. It has become. Therefore, a pseudo variation based on a strong pseudo pattern is more advantageous for the player than a pseudo variation based on a weak pseudo pattern.

FIG. 10-10(C) is an explanatory diagram showing a specific reach promotion effect execution table. The specific reach promotion performance is a performance that can be executed during the period t1 when a pseudo fluctuation is performed, and is a performance that prompts the player to see whether or not the variable display mode becomes the reach mode. As shown in FIG. 10-10(C), the specific reach promotion performance is determined with different probabilities depending on the winning type determined in advance.

Specifically, when the predetermined winning type is "miss", a specific reach promotion effect is executed with a probability of 5%. When the predetermined hit type is "5R normal jackpot", a specific reach promotion effect is executed with a probability of 10%. When the predetermined winning type is "5R probability variable jackpot", a specific reach promotion effect is executed with a probability of 15%. When the predetermined winning type is "10R probability variable jackpot", a specific reach promotion effect is executed with a probability of 20%.

In this way, the specific reach promotion performance is executed with the highest probability when there is a 10R probability variable jackpot, then with the highest probability when there is a 5R probability variable jackpot, and with the lowest probability when it is a miss. This makes it possible for the player to expect a jackpot and a variable jackpot when the specific reach promotion effect is executed. In other words, it is possible to make the player expect that the specific reach promotion effect will be executed.

[Transition of effects related to pseudo-association]
FIGS. 10-11 are explanatory diagrams illustrating an example of transition of effects related to pseudo-association. As shown in FIG. 10-11, when a pseudo series is executed, the effect changes based on one of the pseudo patterns determined using the pseudo pattern determination table shown in FIG. 10-10(B).

Specifically, in the weak pseudo pattern, reach stimulation is performed during the period t1, and during the subsequent period t2 to t4, weak pseudo effects (for example, display of special symbols, display of characters "NEXT", display of decorative symbols) Display of the number of times of variable display, suggestion display, etc.) is executed, and in the subsequent period t5, the decorative pattern is displayed again in a variable manner.

In the strong pseudo pattern A, the reach line is executed in the period t1, and in the subsequent period t2 to t4, the strong pseudo system effects (for example, the character display of a quote, a special display, a display of the number of variable displays of decorative symbols, a suggestion display) etc.) is executed, and the decorative pattern is again variably displayed in the subsequent period t5.

In the strong pseudo pattern B, a special reach notification is executed in the period t1, and in the subsequent period t2 to t4, a strong pseudo system effect (for example, display of famous words in characters, special display, display of the number of variable displays of decorative symbols, suggestion (display, etc.) is executed, and the decorative pattern is variably displayed again in the subsequent period t5.

In the strong pseudo pattern C, like the weak pseudo pattern, reach stimulation is performed in the period t1, but in the subsequent period t2 to t4, a strong pseudo effect (for example, from displaying a special symbol to displaying famous words) (rewriting, special display, display of the number of variable displays of decorative symbols, suggestion display, etc.) are executed, and in the subsequent period t5, the decorative symbols are displayed again in a variable manner.

[Determination of color at reach line]
Determination of colors used in reach lines will be explained with reference to FIGS. 10-12 to 10-15.

(Determination of final color at reach line)
FIG. 10-12 is an explanatory diagram showing a reach line final color lottery table on the sub side. As mentioned above, the reach line is an effect that informs the player that the variable display mode has changed to the reach mode, and the word "reach" is displayed in three parts, and one Such a reach line is performed up to three times during the variable display period based on the reserved memory. In this embodiment, the performance control CPU 120 controls the color of each "Reach" character so that the expectation level of the jackpot differs depending on the color of the "Reach" character displayed third time on each reach line. is determined.

In the reach line final color lottery table shown in FIG. 10-12, the final color of the character "reach" on the reach line is determined. For example, in the case of a variation pattern in which a pseudo-run is not executed, only the first reach line is executed, but among the "reach", "reach", and "reach" in the first reach line, the last "reach" The final color of the letters will be determined by lottery.

In addition, in the case of a variation pattern in which a pseudo-run in which pseudo-variation is performed once, the first and second reach lines are performed, but the "reach" and "reach" in each of the first and second reach lines are ”, “Reach”, the color of the last word “Reach” will be determined by lottery as the final color.

In addition, in the case of a variation pattern in which a pseudo-run in which pseudo-variation is performed twice, the first, second, and third reach lines are performed; Among "Reach", "Reach", and "Reach" in the line, the color of the last character "Reach" is determined by lottery as the final color.

Furthermore, in the reach line final color lottery table, the final color is determined by lottery based only on the previous variation pattern among the sub-side variation patterns shown in FIG. 10-8, and the subsequent variation pattern is not referred to. The reason for this is that since the period during which the pseudo-run is performed is only the previous fluctuation, it is sufficient to refer to only the pattern of the previous fluctuation for information on whether or not the pseudo-run is performed. In this way, if the final color is determined by lottery based only on the pattern of the previous variation, the information to be referred to can be determined by lottery, rather than determining the final color by lottery while referring to the pattern of the subsequent variation in addition to the pattern of the previous variation. Since the number can be reduced, it is possible to reduce the burden of processing related to final color lottery on the performance control CPU 120.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 10-12, in the reach line final color lottery table, 21 types of reach line patterns 0 to 20 are selected for the previous variation patterns corresponding to each of the previous variation numbers A1 to A19. A decision probability is assigned to each of the .

Reach line pattern 0 is a pattern in which variable display is not performed. The reach line patterns 1 to 3 are patterns in which a variable display is performed only once (a variable display in which the result of jackpot or loss is displayed). Reach line patterns 4 to 10 are patterns in which a pseudo-variation is executed once, and after the first variable display (pseudo-variation in which the result of jackpot or loss is not displayed) is performed, the second one is executed. This is a pattern in which a variable display (a variable display in which the result of jackpot or loss is displayed) is performed. Reach line patterns 11 to 20 are patterns in which a pseudo-variation is executed twice, in which the first variable display (pseudo-variation in which the result of jackpot or loss is not displayed) is performed, and then the second This is a pattern in which a third variable display (a pseudo variation in which the result of a jackpot or a loss is not displayed) is performed, and then a third variable display (a variable display in which a result of a jackpot or a loss is displayed) is performed. In these reach patterns, the word "reach" appears three times in each variable display, such as "reach", "reach", "reach", and the third "reach" appears in each variable display. The color of the text "Reach" is predetermined as the final color.

In the reach line final color lottery table, the final color in one or more variable displays may be determined to be red for the previous fluctuation patterns of the previous fluctuation numbers A6, A7, A10 to A19 that develop into SP reach or final reach. Decision probabilities are assigned as follows. For example, reach line pattern 3 in which the final color in the first variable display is red may be determined for the previous variation patterns of previous variation numbers A6 and A7. For the previous variation patterns A10 to A13, reach line patterns 7 to 10 in which the final color in the first or second variable display is red can be determined. For the previous fluctuation patterns A14 to A19, reach line patterns 14 to 20 in which the final color in any one of the first to third variable displays is red can be determined.

As a result, when the final color of the reach line in the variable display becomes red, the reach announced by the reach line has a higher probability of developing into an SP reach, which has a higher probability of becoming a 5R probability variable jackpot or a 10R probability variation jackpot than a normal reach. It gets expensive. Therefore, it is possible to make the player pay attention to the final color of the reach line and expect that the final color will be red.

In addition, in the reach line final color lottery table, the final color in one or more variable displays can be determined to be gold for the previous variation patterns of the previous variation numbers A12, A13, A18, and A19 that develop into the final reach. is assigned a decision probability. For example, the reach line pattern 10 in which the final color in the second variable display is gold may be determined for the previous variation patterns with the previous variation numbers A12 and A13. For the previous variation patterns A18 and A19, a reach line pattern 20 in which the final color in the third variable display is gold can be determined.

As a result, when the final color of the reach line in the variable display becomes gold, the reach announced by the reach line has a higher probability of being a 5R probability variable jackpot or a 10R probability variation jackpot than a normal reach, and a higher probability of a 10R probability variation jackpot than a SP reach. The probability of developing into a final reach with a high probability of becoming a definite jackpot is increased. Therefore, it is possible to make the player pay attention to the final color of the reach line and expect that the final color will be gold.

FIG. 10-13 is an explanatory diagram showing a reach line first color lottery table on the sub side. In the reach line first color lottery table shown in Figure 10-13, the "reach" on the first reach line is determined with probability according to the reach line pattern determined in the reach line final color lottery shown in Figure 10-12. , "Reach", and "Reach", the color of the letters for each "Reach" will be determined by lottery.

For example, if reach line pattern 10 is determined in which the first and second reach lines are executed and the final color of the first reach line is red and the final color of the second reach line is gold, then The color of each character "Reach" in "Reach", "Reach", and "Reach" on the reach line is determined to be one of reach line patterns 5 to 10. In addition, the first, second, and third reach lines are executed, and the final color of the first reach line is red, the final color of the second reach line is red, and the final color of the third reach line is If the reach line pattern 20 in which is gold is determined, the color of the character "Reach" in each of the characters "Reach", "Reach", and "Reach" in the first reach line will be any of the reach line patterns 5 to 10. Determined by

FIG. 10-14 is an explanatory diagram showing a reach line second color lottery table on the sub side. In the second reach line color lottery table shown in Figure 10-14, "reach" on the second reach line is determined with probability according to the reach line pattern determined in the reach line final color lottery shown in Figure 10-12. , "Reach", and "Reach", the color of the letters for each "Reach" will be determined by lottery.

For example, if reach line pattern 10 is determined in which the first and second reach lines are executed and the final color of the first reach line is red and the final color of the second reach line is gold, then the second reach line The color of each character "Reach" in "Reach", "Reach", and "Reach" on the reach line is determined to be either the reach line pattern 11 or 12. In addition, the first, second, and third reach lines are executed, and the final color of the first reach line is red, the final color of the second reach line is red, and the final color of the third reach line is If the reach line pattern 20 in which is gold is determined, the color of the character "Reach" in each of the characters "Reach", "Reach", and "Reach" in the first reach line will be any of the reach line patterns 5 to 10. Determined by

FIG. 10-15 is an explanatory diagram showing a reach line third color lottery table on the sub side. In the reach line 3rd color lottery table shown in Figure 10-15, "reach" on the 3rd reach line is determined with probability according to the reach line pattern determined in the reach line final color lottery shown in Figure 10-12. , "Reach", and "Reach", the color of the letters for each "Reach" will be determined by lottery.

For example, if reach line pattern 10 is determined in which the first and second reach lines are executed and the final color of the first reach line is red and the final color of the second reach line is gold, then the second reach line The color of each character "Reach" in "Reach", "Reach", and "Reach" on the reach line is determined to reach line pattern 0. In addition, the first, second, and third reach lines are executed, and the final color of the first reach line is red, the final color of the second reach line is red, and the final color of the third reach line is If the reach line pattern 20 in which is gold is determined, the color of the letters "Reach" in the first reach line "Reach", "Reach", and "Reach" will be determined by whichever of the reach line patterns 11 and 12. Determined by

[motion]
Next, the operation (action) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 related to the feature section 087F will be explained. First, processing by the CPU 103 mounted on the main board 11 will be explained.

(Special design normal processing)
FIG. 10-16 is a flowchart showing an example of special symbol normal processing. As shown in FIG. 10-16, in the special symbol normal process, the CPU 103 stores the first pending memory buffer (a memory buffer for storing pending memory information of the first special symbol) or the second pending memory buffer (the second special symbol). It is determined whether or not there is pending storage data in the storage buffer for storing pending storage information of symbols (step 087FS001). If there is no pending storage data in either the first pending storage buffer or the second pending storage buffer (N in step 087FS001), it is determined whether a predetermined period of time has passed since the fluctuation was stopped (step 087FS002). If the predetermined period has not elapsed since the fluctuation stopped (N in step 087FS002), the special symbol normal processing is ended. On the other hand, if a predetermined period of time has elapsed since the fluctuation stopped (Y in step 087FS002), a process for transmitting a customer waiting demonstration designation command is performed (step 087FS003), and the special symbol normal process is ended. Here, when the customer waiting demonstration designation command is transmitted, a customer waiting demonstration designation command sent flag indicating that the customer waiting demonstration designation command has been transmitted is set. Then, when executing the special symbol normal processing after the next timer interrupt after sending the customer waiting demo designation command, the customer waiting demo designation command sent flag is set. It is controlled so that the waiting demo specification command is not sent. Such a customer waiting demonstration designation command sent flag is reset when the next variable display of special symbols starts.

When there is pending storage data in the first pending storage buffer or the second pending storage buffer (Y in step 087FS001), the CPU 103 determines that the first data among the data set in the pending specific area indicates "second". It is determined whether or not it is data (step 087FS004). If the first data set in the reservation specific area is not data indicating "second" (that is, data indicating "first") (N in step 087FS004), CPU 103 moves the special symbol pointer (second Data indicating "first" is set in a flag indicating whether the special symbol process is being performed for the first special symbol or the second special symbol (step 087FS005). If the first data set in the reservation specific area is data indicating "second" (Y in step 087FS004), the CPU 103 sets data indicating "second" in the special symbol pointer (step 087FS006). ).

In this embodiment, the first special symbol is displayed in a variable manner and the second special symbol is displayed in a variable manner depending on whether data indicating "first" or "second" is set in the special symbol pointer. The variable display of symbols is executed using a common processing routine. When data indicating "first" is set in the special symbol pointer, a variable display of the first special symbol is performed based on the pending storage data stored in the first pending storage buffer. On the other hand, when data indicating "second" is set in the special symbol pointer, a variable display of the second special symbol is performed based on the pending storage data stored in the second pending storage buffer.

Under the control of steps 087FS004 to 087FS006, if even one piece of data in the second pending memory exists in the second pending memory buffer, the variable display of the second special symbol based on the data in the second pending memory is This is executed in priority to the variable display of the first special symbol based on the data of the first pending memory.

Next, the CPU 103 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the pending storage number=1 indicated by the special symbol pointer and stores it in the pending storage buffer of the RAM 102 (step 087FS007). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the CPU 103 stores each random value stored in the storage area corresponding to the first pending storage number = 1 in the first pending storage buffer. is read out and stored in the pending storage buffer of the RAM 102. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates "second", the CPU 103 reads out each random value stored in the storage area corresponding to the second pending storage number = 1 in the second pending storage buffer. The data is stored in the pending storage buffer of the RAM 102.

Then, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the count value of the pending storage number counter indicated by the special symbol pointer, and shifts the contents of each storage area (step 087FS008). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the count value of the first pending storage number counter, and adds the value of each storage area in the first pending storage buffer. Shift content. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates "second", the count value of the second pending storage number counter is subtracted by 1, and the contents of each storage area in the second pending storage buffer are shifted.

That is, when the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the CPU 103 stores data in the storage area corresponding to the first pending storage number=n (n=2, 3, 4) in the first pending storage buffer of the RAM 102. Each stored random number value is stored in a storage area corresponding to the first pending storage number=n-1. In addition, when the special symbol pointer indicates "second", each of the items stored in the storage area corresponding to the second pending storage number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the second pending storage buffer of the RAM 102 The random value is stored in the storage area corresponding to the second pending storage number=n-1.

Therefore, the order in which each random value stored in each storage area corresponding to each first pending memory number (or each second pending memory number) is extracted is always based on the first pending memory number (or each second pending memory number). The second pending storage number) is arranged to match the order of 1, 2, 3, and 4.

Next, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a pending memory number designation command indicated by the special symbol pointer to the performance control CPU 120 based on the value of the pending memory counter indicated by the special symbol pointer after subtraction ( Step 087FS009). In this case, if a value indicating "first" is set in the special symbol pointer, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a first pending storage number designation command. Further, when the value indicating "second" is set in the special symbol pointer, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a second pending storage number designation command.

Next, the CPU 103 transmits a background designation command (step 087FS010), reads random R (random number for jackpot determination) from the pending storage buffer, and executes the jackpot determination module (step 087FS011). In this case, the CPU 103 reads out the random numbers for jackpot determination extracted in the starting winning determination process and stored in the first pending storage buffer and the second pending storage buffer in advance, and performs the jackpot determination. The jackpot determination module is a program that executes a process that compares a predetermined jackpot determination value (see FIG. 10-5) and a random number for jackpot determination, and determines that it is a jackpot if they match. In other words, it is a program that executes a jackpot determination process.

In the jackpot determination process, when the gaming state is variable probability state (high probability state), the probability of hitting the jackpot is higher than when the gaming state is non-probable variable state (normal gaming state and time saving state). ing. Specifically, there is a jackpot determination table in which a large number of jackpot determination values are set in advance (the table in which the numbers on the right side of Figure 10-5 (A) are set), and a table in which a large number of jackpot determination values is set in advance. A normal jackpot determination table (the table in which the numerical values on the left side of FIG. 10-5(A) are set) is provided, which is set smaller than the regular jackpot determination table. Then, the CPU 103 checks whether the gaming state is in a variable probability state, and when the gaming state is in a variable probability state, the CPU 103 performs processing to determine a jackpot using the variable probability jackpot determination table, and when the gaming state is normal. When the game is in the state or the time saving state, the jackpot judgment process is performed using the normal jackpot judgment table. That is, when the value of the random number for jackpot determination (random R) matches any of the jackpot determination values shown in FIG. 10-5(A), the CPU 103 determines that the special symbol is a jackpot. If it is determined to be a jackpot (Y in step 087FS011), the process moves to step 087FS012. In addition, deciding whether or not to make a jackpot means deciding whether to move to a jackpot gaming state, but also deciding whether to make a stop symbol in a special symbol a jackpot symbol. .

It should be noted that confirmation of whether the current gaming state is a variable probability state is performed based on whether or not a variable probability flag is set. The variable probability flag is set when the gaming state is transferred to a variable probability state, and is reset when the variable probability state is ended. Specifically, the probability change flag is set in the process of ending the jackpot game, and then either the condition that the variable display is performed a predetermined number of times (150 times), or the condition that the next jackpot has been determined. It is reset at the timing when the variable display of the special symbol ends and the stop symbol is stopped and displayed when the earlier condition is satisfied.

If the value of the random number for jackpot determination (random R) does not match any jackpot determination value (N in step 087FS011), the process proceeds to step 087FS016, which will be described later.

If the value of the random number for jackpot determination (random R) matches any jackpot determination value in step 087FS011, the CPU 103 sets a jackpot flag indicating a jackpot (step 087FS012). Note that the jackpot flag is reset when the jackpot game ends. The first special symbol jackpot type determination table in FIG. 10-5(B) and the second special symbol jackpot type determination table in FIG. 10-5(C) are used to determine the jackpot type to one of the plurality of types. Select one of the special symbol jackpot type determination tables (step 087FS013). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the CPU 103 selects the first special symbol jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. 10-5(B). Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates "second", the CPU 103 selects the second special symbol jackpot type determination table of FIG. 10-5(C).

Next, the CPU 103 reads out the random numbers for jackpot type determination extracted in the starting winning determination process and stored in advance in the first pending storage buffer and the second pending storage buffer, and uses the jackpot type determination table selected in step 087FS013 to determine the pending winnings. The jackpot type and jackpot symbol corresponding to the value that matches the value of the random number (random 1) for jackpot type determination stored in the storage buffer are determined (step 087FS014).

As shown in Figures 10-5 (B) and (C), for the first special symbol and the second special symbol, the relationship between the jackpot type and the jackpot symbol is set so that the jackpot symbol is different for each jackpot type. Since the jackpot type and the jackpot pattern are determined at the same time, the correspondence between the jackpot pattern and the game control according to the jackpot type is simplified, so that the game control can be prevented from becoming complicated.

Further, the CPU 103 sets jackpot type data indicating the determined jackpot type in the jackpot type buffer in the RAM 102 (step 087FS015). For example, when the jackpot type is "5R normal jackpot", "01" is set as the jackpot type data. When the jackpot type is "5R probability variable jackpot", "02" is set as the jackpot type data. When the jackpot type is "10R probability variable jackpot", "03" is set as the jackpot type data.

Next, the CPU 103 sets a stop symbol as a special symbol (step 087FS016). Specifically, if the jackpot flag is not set, a "-" which is a losing symbol is set as a stop symbol of the special symbol. When the jackpot flag is set, the jackpot symbol determined in step 087FS014 is set as the stop symbol of the special symbol according to the determination result of the jackpot type. That is, when the jackpot type is determined to be "5R normal jackpot", "1" is set as the stop symbol of the special symbol. When the jackpot type is determined to be "5R probability variable jackpot", "3" is set as the stop symbol of the special symbol. When the jackpot type is determined to be "10R probability variable jackpot", "7" is determined as the special symbol stopping symbol.

Then, the CPU 103 transmits a display result designation command (step 087FS017), and updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (S111) (step 087FS018).

(Fluctuation pattern setting process)
FIG. 10-17 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a variation pattern setting process. As shown in FIG. 10-17, in the variation pattern setting process, the CPU 103 determines a variation pattern (step 087FS101). At this time, as explained with reference to FIG. 10-9, the CPU 103 first determines the post-variation pattern and then determines the pre-variation pattern based on the presence or absence of a jackpot and the type of win.

Next, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a variation pattern command corresponding to the determined variation pattern to the performance control CPU 120 (step 087FS102).

Next, the CPU 103 sets a value corresponding to the variation time corresponding to the selected variation pattern in the variation time timer formed in the RAM 102 (step 087FS103). Then, the CPU 103 performs control to send the symbol variation designation command to the production control CPU 120 (step 087FS104), and updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol variation process (S112) (step 087FS105). ).

(Variable display start setting process)
Next, processing by the performance control CPU 120 mounted on the performance control board 12 will be explained. FIG. 10-18 is a flowchart illustrating an example of variable display start setting processing.

As shown in FIG. 10-18, the performance control CPU 120 checks whether the result of the variable display has been determined to be a loss (087FS701). If it is determined to be a loss, the production control CPU 120 checks whether a command corresponding to a non-reach variation pattern has been received as a variation pattern command (087FS703).

When the production control CPU 120 determines that a command corresponding to a non-reach variation pattern has been received, it uses the data table for determining a winning symbol to determine the display result that is not a reach as the final stop of the production symbol (087FS705 ), proceed to 087FS706.

When it is determined in the process of 087FS703 that it is not a non-reach variation pattern (when it is determined that it is a reach variation pattern), the stop symbols of the performance symbols constituting the combination of ready-to-reach symbols are determined (087FS704), and the process proceeds to 087FS706.

In addition, if it is not determined to be a loss in the process of 087FS701 (if it is determined to be a jackpot), the performance control CPU 101 controls the performance that constitutes the combination of jackpot symbols according to the type of jackpot. The stop symbol of the symbol is determined (087FS702), and the process proceeds to 087FS706.

Next, after executing a performance setting process (087FS706) for setting various performances in the variable display (for example, determining a pseudo pattern, determining a reach line color, etc.), the process advances to 087FS707.

In 087FS707, the effect control pattern is determined to be one of a plurality of types of effect control patterns. In 087FS707, the symbol fluctuation control pattern table is created according to the fluctuation pattern specified by the fluctuation pattern specification command and various performance control (performance operation) patterns specified by the performance control pattern of the performance determined in the process of 087FS706. Among the plurality of types of symbol variation control patterns stored in the controller, one of the performance control patterns corresponding to the designated various performance operation patterns is selected and determined as the pattern to be used.

The control pattern table stored in the ROM 121 includes, for example, the performance symbols in the display area of the image display device 5 during the period from the start of variation of the performance symbols until the final stop symbol, the final stop symbol, is stopped and displayed. Multiple types of data indicating the control contents of various production operations such as the variation display operation in the reach production, the production display operation due to the pseudo series production, and the production display operation in the preview production are stored in multiple types as symbol variation control patterns. has been done.

In addition, each symbol variation control pattern is used to control the variation display of production symbols, such as production control process timer setting values, production control process timer judgment values, production display control data, audio control data, lamp control data, and end codes. It includes control data for controlling various performance operations according to the data, and the content of various performance controls, switching timing of performance control, etc. are set in chronological order.

Next, a process table corresponding to the effect control pattern selected in 087FS707 is selected (087FS708). Then, a process timer (effect setting process timer) in the process data of the selected process table is started (087FS709).

After executing the process of 087FS709, the production device (the image display device 5 as production parts, various lamps as production parts, , speakers 8L, 8R) as performance components are started (087FS710). For example, in accordance with the display control execution data, a command is outputted to cause the image display device 5 to display an image (including a production pattern) according to the variation pattern. Further, in order to control lighting/extinguishing of light emitting bodies such as various LEDs, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp control board 14. Furthermore, a control signal (sound number data) is output to the audio control board 13 in order to output audio from the speakers 8L and 8R.

Then, set the variable display time timer to a value corresponding to the variable time specified by the variable pattern command (087FS711), set the value of the production control process flag to a value corresponding to the process during production symbol variation (087FS712), and make the variable The display start setting process ends.

[Production mode of pachinko gaming machine 1]
Next, with reference to FIGS. 10-19 to 10-57, the presentation mode of the pachinko gaming machine 1 during a game will be described.

(Performance mode of pachinko gaming machine in weak pseudo pattern)
FIGS. 10-19 to 10-36 are explanatory diagrams showing performance modes of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in weak pseudo patterns.

As shown in FIG. 10-19 (a1), when the variable display starts based on one pending memory, on the screen of the image display device 5, decorative symbols are variably displayed in the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. , the fourth symbol is variably displayed in the display area 087F005D, and further, the small symbol is variably displayed in the small symbol region 087F005E. On the screen, a background image including images of characters and scenery is displayed as a background during variable display. After that, as shown in FIG. 10-19(b), when "2" stops in the left symbol display area 5L, as shown in FIG. 10-19(c), "2" also stops in the right symbol display area 5R. ” The decorative pattern changes as if it stops. Note that during variable display, performance sounds corresponding to the variable display are output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

After that, as shown in FIG. 10-20 (b1), a reach-increasing motion is performed in the right symbol display area 5R to make it appear as if "2" has stopped, and whether or not the variable display mode becomes a reach-to-reach mode is performed. Players are provoked about this. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-20 (b2), the decorative pattern changes from "2" to "3" in the right pattern display area 5R. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-20 (b3), "3" temporarily stops in the pattern display area 5R of the right figure. It should be noted that during the reach-increasing, the effect sound corresponding to the reach-increasing is output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

After the reach promotion is performed, a suggestive effect suggesting the execution of the re-variable display is performed. The suggestion effect includes a special symbol display part that displays a special symbol that suggests the execution of a re-variable display, a character display part that displays suggestive characters that suggest the execution of a re-variable display, and a number of execution times for the variable display of decorative symbols. and a suggested number of times display part.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-21 (c1), a special symbol is displayed in the special symbol display part. As described above, the special symbol is a symbol that suggests execution of variable display again. When the special symbol display is performed, "NEXT" is displayed in the symbol display area 5C between "2" displayed in the left symbol display area 5L and "3" displayed in the right symbol display area 5R. ” A special symbol appears. "NEXT" is a character that suggests revariable display. Thereafter, as shown in FIGS. 10-21 (c2) and (c3), special symbols are displayed in the inner symbol display area 5C so as to become larger in stages. Note that while the special symbols are being displayed, performance sounds corresponding to the special symbols are output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-22 (c4), the movable bodies 087F010 (accessories) located at the left and right standby positions of the image display device 5 begin to move near the center of the screen so as to sandwich the special symbol. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-22 (c5), the special symbol is enlarged and displayed near the center of the screen, while the movable body 087F010 moves near the center of the screen. It should be noted that while the movable body 087F010 is moving, the fourth symbol in the display area 087F005D and the small symbol in the small symbol region 087F005E are temporarily hidden by the movable body 087F010, so that they are no longer visible to the player.

After that, as shown in FIG. 10-22 (c6), when the movable body 087F010 reaches the home position, which is the maximum position of movement, the special symbol is completely sandwiched between the movable bodies 087F010 provided on the left and right sides of the movable body. 087F010 stops. In this way, when the movable body 087F010 is stopped at a fixed position, the movable body 087F010 is shaped so that the fourth symbol and the small symbol are not hidden by the movable body 087F010. Therefore, when the movable body 087F010 is stopped at a fixed position, the player can confirm the fourth symbol and the small symbol. Furthermore, on the screen, a background image consisting of characters, patterns, etc. is no longer visible due to display effects (also referred to as effects) using images such as light and patterns in areas other than the special symbols. Note that while the movable body 087F010 is being displayed, the operating sound of the movable body 087F010 or the performance sound corresponding to the motion of the movable body 087F010 is output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

After that, as shown in Figure 10-23 (c7), with the movable body 087F010 stopped at the fixed position, which is the maximum position of movement, the special symbol shrinks a little so that it is just pinched by the movable body 087F010, and the screen displayed in the center. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-22 (c8), the movable body 087F010 moves again, and this time it begins to return toward its original home position (standby position), which is the minimum position of movement, away from the center of the screen. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-23 (c9), when the movable body 087F010 returns to the home position (standby position) which is the minimum position of movement, the movable body 087F010 stops there.

In this way, the special symbol changes from a reduced state to an enlarged state and is displayed in the center of the screen, and the movable body 087F010 moves to attract the player's attention to the special symbol. By performing a display effect (also referred to as an effect) using the image, the special symbol is highlighted. As a result, the special symbol displayed at the center of the screen attracts the player's attention, and it is possible to suggest to the player that a variable display will be performed again thereafter.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-24 (d1), the screen switches to the character display part. At this time, the special symbol located at the center of the screen becomes invisible due to a display effect using an image of a cloud or the like from the center of the screen. After that, as shown in FIG. 10-24 (d2), the cloud image becomes even larger and covers the entire screen. After that, as shown in FIG. 10-24 (d3), the central part of the cloud image that covered the entire screen clears up, and character images and characters used in character display appear from the central part. Note that even when the entire screen is covered with images of clouds or the like due to effects, the fourth symbol and the small symbol are located at the forefront, so the player can confirm the fourth symbol and the small symbol. Furthermore, while switching to the character display part, effect sounds corresponding to the display switching to the character display part are output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-25 (e1), the process moves to the character display part and characters are displayed. In the character display, along with the character image from the center of the screen, a part of the character suggesting revariable display (in this example, "N" of "NEXT") appears in front of the character image and is displayed. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-25 (e2), the character image and the letter "N" at the center of the screen are displayed in an enlarged manner. Note that while characters are being displayed, effect sounds corresponding to the characters being displayed are output from the speakers 8L and 8R. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-25 (e3), the character image and the letter "N" at the center of the screen are further enlarged and displayed. At this time, the voice "ne" out of the voice "NEXT" corresponding to "NEXT" indicating the re-variable display is output once from the speakers 8L and 8R. Thereafter, the character "N" disappears while being enlarged, and only the character image remains and is displayed.

After that, as shown in Figure 10-26 (e4), some of the characters that suggest variable display (in this example, "E" of "NEXT") are displayed from the center of the screen to the front side of the character image. ) will appear and be displayed. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-26 (e5), the letter "E" at the center of the screen is displayed in an enlarged manner. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-26 (e6), the letter "E" at the center of the screen is further enlarged. At this time, the voice "ku" out of the voice "NEXT" corresponding to "NEXT" indicating the re-variable display is output once from the speakers 8L and 8R.

After that, as shown in Figure 10-27 (e7), some of the characters that suggest variable display (in this example, "X" of "NEXT") are displayed from the center of the screen to the front side of the character image. ) will appear and be displayed. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-27 (e8), the character "X" at the center of the screen is displayed in an enlarged manner. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-27 (e9), the character "X" at the center of the screen is further enlarged. At this time, of the voice "NEXT" corresponding to "NEXT" indicating the re-variable display, the voice "su" is output once from the speakers 8L and 8R.

After that, as shown in Figure 10-28 (e10), some of the characters that suggest variable display (in this example, "T" of "NEXT") are displayed from the center of the screen to the front side of the character image. ) will appear and be displayed. In this state, the number of displayed "T" is one, and the total number of appearing "T" is one. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-28 (e11), the first character "T" that appears is displayed in an enlarged manner, and then the second character "T" appears. In this state, the number of "T"s displayed is two, and the total number of "T"s that appear is two. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-28 (e12), the first and second characters "T" are further enlarged and displayed, and then the third character "T" appears. In this state, the number of "T"s displayed is three, and the total number of "T"s that appear is three. At this time, of the voice "NEXT" corresponding to "NEXT" indicating the re-variable display, the voice "G" is output once from the speakers 8L and 8R.

After that, as shown in Figure 10-29 (e13), the first character "T" that appears is enlarged and disappears, and the second and third characters "T" that appear are further enlarged. Then, the next fourth "T" appears. In this state, the number of "T"s displayed is three, and the total number of "T"s that appear is four. At this time, of the voice "NEXT" corresponding to "NEXT" indicating the re-variable display, the voice "G" is output once from the speakers 8L and 8R. After that, as shown in Figure 10-29 (e14), the second character "T" that appeared is enlarged and disappeared, and the third and fourth characters "T" that appeared are further enlarged. The next 5th and 6th "T" appear in sequence. In this state, the number of "T"s displayed is four, and the total number of "T"s that appear is six. At this time, of the voice "NEXT" corresponding to "NEXT" indicating the re-variable display, the voice "G" is output once from the speakers 8L and 8R. After that, as shown in Figure 10-29 (e15), the letters "T" that appeared in the third and fourth letters disappear while being enlarged, and the letters "T" that appeared in the fifth and sixth letters disappear. The characters are further enlarged and the next 7th and 8th "T" appear in sequence. In this state, the number of "T"s displayed is four, and the total number of "T"s that appear is eight. At this time, of the voice "NEXT" corresponding to "NEXT" indicating the re-variable display, the voice "G" is output once from the speakers 8L and 8R.

After that, as shown in Figure 10-30 (e16), the letters "T" that appeared in the fifth and sixth letters disappear while being enlarged, and the letters "T" that appeared in the seventh and eighth letters disappear. The characters are further enlarged and the next 9th and 10th "T" appear in sequence. In this state, the number of "T"s displayed is four, and the total number of "T"s that appear is ten. At this time, of the voice "NEXT" corresponding to "NEXT" indicating the re-variable display, the voice "G" is output once from the speakers 8L and 8R. After that, as shown in Figure 10-30 (e17), the 7th and 8th letters "T" disappear while being enlarged, and the 9th and 10th letters "T" appear. The characters are further enlarged and the next 11th "T" appears. In this state, the number of "T"s displayed is three, and the total number of "Ts" that appear is eleven. At this time, of the voice "NEXT" corresponding to "NEXT" indicating the re-variable display, the voice "G" is output once from the speakers 8L and 8R. After that, as shown in Figure 10-30 (e18), the 9th and 10th letters "T" disappear while being enlarged, and the 11th letter "T" appears further enlarged. Then, the next 12th "T" appears. In this state, the number of "T"s displayed is three, and the total number of "T"s that appear is twelve. At this time, of the voice "NEXT" corresponding to "NEXT" indicating the re-variable display, the voice "G" is output once from the speakers 8L and 8R.

After that, as shown in Figure 10-31 (e19), the 11th character "T" that appears is enlarged and disappears, and the 12th character "T" that appears is further enlarged, and then , the next 13th “T” appears. In this state, the number of "T"s displayed is two, and the total number of "Ts" that appear is thirteen. After that, as shown in Figure 10-31 (e20), the 12th character "T" that appears is enlarged and disappears, and the 13th character "T" that appears is further enlarged and then , the next 14th "T" appears. In this state, the number of "T"s displayed is two, and the total number of "T"s that appear is 14. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-31 (e21), the 13th character "T" that appears is enlarged and disappears, and the 14th character "T" that appears is further enlarged and displayed. In this state, the number of displayed "T" is one, and the total number of appearing "T" is 14. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-32 (e22), the 14th character "T" that appears is displayed in an enlarged manner. As mentioned above, in the character display part, among the characters "N", "E", "X", and "T", "T" is one character, but the character "T" is displayed The sound of "T" output from the speakers 8L and 8R in response to the above is output seven times, and the number of times the letter "T" is displayed is 14 times.

After that, the process moves to the number display part, and the number of times is displayed. The number of times display part includes an appearance display part, a center display part, and a storage display part. As shown in FIG. 10-32 (f1), in the appearance display part, characters are displayed indicating that the Nth (N≧1) re-variable display will be performed from now on. In this example, the characters "x2" indicating that the second re-variable display will be performed are displayed on the front side of the character image. It should be noted that while the number of times is being displayed, performance sounds corresponding to the number of times being displayed are output from the speakers 8L and 8R. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-32 (f2), the characters "x2" are enlarged and displayed in stages.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-33 (f3), in the center display part, the enlarged character "x2" is displayed at the center of the screen, which is the fixed position. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-33 (f4), in the storage display part, the character "x2" is displayed as rotating by animation. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-33 (f5), an animation is performed in which the character "x2" is further enlarged and rotated.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-34 (f6), an animation is performed in which the character "x2" is further enlarged and rotated. At this time, the background image including the character image that was being displayed by the character display is gradually hidden by the "x2" characters that rotate while being enlarged by the animation, making it difficult for the player to see the background image. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-34 (f7), an animation is performed in which the character "x2" is further enlarged and rotated. At this time, the characters "x2" are displayed at maximum magnification, so the background image including the character image that was displayed by the character display is completely hidden, making it impossible for the player to see the background image. . Note that even when the entire screen is covered with the characters "x2", the fourth symbol and the small symbol are located at the forefront, so the player can confirm the fourth symbol and the small symbol.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-34 (f8), an animation is displayed in which the characters "x2" appear to disappear. At this time, a background image corresponding to the second variable display is displayed on the screen after the characters "x2" have disappeared. Furthermore, with such an animation, the second variable display starts when the characters "x2" disappear. In other words, on the front side, the character "x2" disappears due to the animation, while on the back side, the second re-variable display starts and the background image corresponding to the second re-variable display is displayed. , as the characters "x2" disappear, a background image corresponding to the second re-variable display appears step by step.

After that, as shown in Figure 10-35 (f9), an animation is performed in which the characters "x2" are displayed as if they are moving away, and the background image corresponding to the second variable display is further changed accordingly. appear. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-35 (f10), the character "x2" is displayed in a reduced size and moved to the leftmost corner of the screen by animation. In the background image, a decorative pattern is displayed moving by animation. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-35 (f11), the character "x2" is displayed in a further reduced size and moved to the leftmost corner of the screen by animation. In the background image, a decorative pattern is displayed moving by animation.

After that, as shown in Figure 10-36 (f12), a logo image containing the words "NEXT" indicating re-variable display is displayed on the left end of the screen, and an animation adds "x2" to the logo image. A display is performed in which the characters appear to be stored.

After that, a suggestion display is performed. As shown in Figure 10-36 (g), in the suggestion display, a logo image containing the characters "NEXT" indicating re-variable display and the characters "x2" indicating the number of variable displays of the decorative pattern is displayed on the screen. displayed in the corner. Note that during the suggestion display, performance sounds corresponding to the suggestion display are output from the speakers 8L and 8R. After the re-variable display starts from the state shown in Figure 10-34 (f8) until the state shown in Figure 10-36 (g), the decorative symbols move slowly as if to provoke the player, and the second The re-variable display is executed, but then, as shown in FIG. 10-36(h), the rotation speed of the decorative pattern is increased and the second re-variable display is executed in earnest.

In this manner, in the weak pseudo pattern, the variable display is executed again after the reach increase, the special symbol display, the character display, the number of times display, and the suggestion display. Thereby, it is possible to suitably suggest to the player that the variable display will be performed again.

In the character display part, among the characters "NEXT" suggesting variable display, "T" is repeatedly displayed multiple times. As a result, it is possible to give a strong impression to the player by displaying the characters "NEXT" that it is a specific situation in which a re-variable display is to be performed, and it is possible to suitably suggest to the player that a re-variable display is to be performed. .

A sound corresponding to a specific message suggesting a re-variable display of "NEXT" is output from speakers 8L and 8R, and the text "NEXT" is displayed in conjunction with the "NEXT" sound output from speakers 8L and 8R. will be held. Specifically, when "ne" is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, the character "N" is displayed, and when "ku" is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, the character "E" is displayed. When "S" is output from the speakers 8L, 8R, the character "X" is displayed, and when "G" is output from the speakers 8L, 8R, the character "T" is displayed. Furthermore, the final sound "T" is output from the speakers 8L and 8R multiple times, and the character "T" is also displayed multiple times. Furthermore, the number of times that the character "T" is repeatedly displayed in the character display is greater than the number of times that the sound of "G" corresponding to the character "T" is outputted by the speakers 8L and 8R. As a result, it is possible to give a strong impression to the player by displaying the characters "NEXT" that it is a specific situation in which a re-variable display is to be performed, and it is possible to suitably suggest to the player that a re-variable display is to be performed. .

During the re-variable display, the characters "NEXT" indicating the re-variable display and the characters "x2" indicating the number of times the variable display of the decorative pattern is to be executed are displayed in the corner of the screen, so the re-variable display is displayed. It is possible to suitably suggest to the player what is being done.

Among the characters in "NEXT", the characters "N", "E", and "X" appear and are displayed only once, and the corresponding sounds of "Ne", "K", and "S" are also heard on the speaker 8L. , 8R are output only once, whereas the character "T" is displayed repeatedly multiple times. In this way, each letter of "NEXT" is not repeated, but only "T" is spoken or displayed repeatedly, so the letter "T" is spoken more often than "N", "E", and "X". This can be emphasized to the player by displaying text or characters.

In the character display of "T", multiple characters of "T" appear in stages, and the interval at which they appear changes from a long state to a short state, and then from a short state to a long state. become. In other words, the speed at which the letter "T" is repeatedly displayed becomes faster in stages. As a result, the number of characters "T" displayed in an overlapping manner increases step by step. Thereby, it is possible to give a sense of speed to the character display of "NEXT", and it is possible to give the player a feeling of excitement and anticipation for the re-variable display.

While there is one "T" in the character "NEXT", the number of times the sound "T" is output from speakers 8L and 8R is seven times, and the character "T" is also displayed. The total number is 14. In other words, the total number of times the character "T" is displayed is the highest, the number of times the sound "T" is output from speakers 8L and 8R is the next highest, and the number of times the "T" sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R is the second highest. The number is the lowest. In this way, the execution of variable display can be emphasized by increasing the number of times the sound of "G" is output or the number of times the character "T" is displayed than the number of characters of "T". .

After a special symbol with the word "NEXT" indicating re-variable display is displayed, the characters "N", "E", "X", and "T" are displayed one by one by the character display. Furthermore, the last character "T" is repeatedly displayed multiple times. After that, a suggestion display indicating the number of execution times of the variable display of the decorative pattern is performed. Thereby, it is possible to suitably suggest to the player that the variable display will be performed again.

(Performance mode of pachinko gaming machine in strong pseudo pattern A)
FIGS. 10-37 to 10-49 are explanatory diagrams showing performance modes of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the strong pseudo pattern A. As described above, the strong pseudo pattern A is a pattern in which a variable display is performed again after the reach line, character display of a famous quote, special display, number of times display, and suggestion display are executed.

As shown in FIG. 10-37(i), when variable display starts based on one pending memory, decorative symbols are variably displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 in the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. , the fourth symbol is variably displayed in the display area 087F005D, and further, the small symbol is variably displayed in the small symbol region 087F005E. On the screen, a background image including images of characters and scenery is displayed as a background during variable display. Then, after "2" stops in the left symbol display area 5L, "2" also stops in the right symbol display area 5R, resulting in a ready-to-reach state. Note that during the ready-to-reach display, performance sounds corresponding to the ready-to-reach display are output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-37 (j1), a reach line is executed to notify the player that the variable display mode has become the reach mode. At the first reach line, the animation displays a moving decorative symbol of "2" in reach mode, and the word "reach" appears from the bottom right of the screen, moving from the bottom right to the top left of the screen. The image will be enlarged and displayed in stages. Note that during the reach line, performance sounds corresponding to the reach line are output from the speakers 8L and 8R. After that, as shown in Figure 10-37 (j2), as the character "Reach" expands and moves step by step from the top right of the screen to the bottom left, the decorative pattern "2" The body is also displayed gradually turning from the right to the left of the screen.

After that, as shown in Figure 10-38 (j3), on the second reach line, the animation displays the decorative symbol "2" in the reach mode, and the word "reach" also moves. It appears from the top right of the screen and is gradually enlarged from the top right to the bottom left of the screen. After that, as shown in Figure 10-37 (j4), as the character "Reach" gradually expands and moves from the top right to the bottom left of the screen, the decorative pattern "2" The character's body is also displayed gradually turning from the top right to the bottom left of the screen.

After that, as shown in Figure 10-38 (j5), on the third reach line, the animation displays the "2" decorative pattern in the reach mode, and the word "reach" also appears. It appears from the right side of the screen and is gradually enlarged from the right to the left of the screen. After that, as shown in Figure 10-39 (j6), as the word "Reach" slowly moves from the right to the left of the screen while expanding in stages, the decoration of the decorative pattern "2" The figures are also displayed in such a way that their bodies are gradually turned from the right to the left of the screen. It should be noted that even when the characters "Reach" move on the screen, the fourth symbol and the small symbol are located at the forefront, so the player can confirm the fourth symbol and the small symbol. After that, as shown in Figure 10-39 (j7), as the word "Reach" slowly moves from the right to the left of the screen while expanding step by step, the decoration of the decorative pattern "2" The figures are also displayed in such a way that their bodies are gradually turned from the right to the left of the screen. After that, as shown in Figure 10-39 (j8), as the word "Reach" slowly moves from the right to the left of the screen while expanding gradually, the decoration of the decorative pattern "2" The figures are also displayed in such a way that their bodies are gradually turned from the right to the left of the screen. Note that on the third reach line, the speed at which the word "reach" moves is slower than on the first and second reach lines. Therefore, on the third reach line, the time period for which the word "reach" is displayed is longer than on the first and second reach lines.

In the above-mentioned reach line, the word "reach" is displayed three times, such as "reach," "reach," and "reach," but the colors of these "reach" characters are shown in Figure 10. The reach line is determined by the first color lottery shown in -13. Specifically, the examples shown in FIGS. 10-37 to 10-39 are examples in which a ready-to-reach state is reached in the first variable display, and the next variable display will be the second variable display. Therefore, the characters "Reach", "Reach", and "Reach" are colored according to the color determined by the first color lottery of the reach line shown in FIG. 10-13. For example, if reach line pattern 6 is determined in the first reach line color lottery shown in Figure 10-13, the word "reach" in the first reach line shown in Figures 10-37 (j1) and (j2) is blue. , the second reach line shown in Figures 10-38 (j3) and (j4) becomes green, and the reach lines shown in Figures 10-38 (j5) to 10-39 (j8) The word "Reach" for the third time turns red. In addition, if the reach line is drawn in the second variable display, the color of each "reach" character is determined by the second color lottery for the reach line shown in Figure 10-14, and in the third variable display When a reach line is drawn, the color of each "reach" character is determined by the third color lottery of the reach line shown in FIG. 10-15.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-40(k), the screen switches to the character display part. At this time, the animation causes the screen on which the characters "Reach" and the decorative symbol "2" are displayed to be tilted by the hand. Note that while switching to the character display part, effect sounds corresponding to the display switching to the character display part are output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-40 (m1), the process moves to the character display part and characters are displayed. In the text display, the tilted image becomes dim due to animation, and the text "Let's go!" is displayed, which suggests re-variable display. Note that while characters are being displayed, effect sounds corresponding to the characters being displayed are output from the speakers 8L and 8R. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-40 (m2), as the tilted image becomes further darker due to the animation, the characters "Let's go!" are displayed more clearly.

After that, as shown in FIG. 10-41 (m3), when the image displaying the characters "Let's go!" is further tilted by the animation, a background image corresponding to the characters appears a little on the back side. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-41 (m4), when the image in which the characters "Let's go!" is removed by the animation, the background image corresponding to the character display is completely displayed. In the background image corresponding to the character display, the character image and the words "Next GO!!", which suggest execution of variable display again, are displayed. Among the characters included in "NEXT GO!!", the character "NEXT" is displayed in a more emphasized manner than the other characters "GO!!". Specifically, the character "Next" is decorated with a different color (more effectively, a flashy color, a color that easily attracts the player's attention) than the other characters "GO!!". Further, the character "NEXT" is larger than the other characters "GO!!". The character "next" highlighted in this way is a character related to a famous quote that appears in the original work, which is the concept of the pachinko game machine 1. The word "next" also suggests that a revariable display of "next" will be performed. After that, as shown in Figure 10-41 (m5), out of the words "NEXT GO!!", only the word "next", which is a famous saying, is enlarged and displayed, and the word "next" is further emphasized. By doing so, the player can suggest that the variable display will be executed again. Furthermore, even when the text "NEXT" is highlighted and the text "NEXT GO!!" is displayed, the fourth symbol and the small symbol are located at the forefront, so the player cannot see the fourth symbol and the small symbol. You can check the small designs. After that, as shown in FIG. 10-42 (m6), the enlarged character "NEXT" is reduced again, and "NEXT GO!!" is displayed at the regular position.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-42 (n1), the process moves to a special display part and a special display is performed. In the special display, a plurality of images (also referred to as special images) including the characters "NEXT GO!!" including characters related to the famous phrase "NEXT" and character images are displayed. Specifically, as the special image moves in the depth direction, the same special image is displayed above and below it, and furthermore, an image of flames due to an effect is displayed around the special image. Note that during the special display, effect sounds corresponding to the special display are output from the speakers 8L and 8R. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-42 (n2), the special image at the center of the screen further moves in the depth direction, and the number of special images displayed above and below it increases. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-43 (n3), the special image at the center of the screen further moves in the depth direction, and the number of special images displayed above and below it further increases.

Thereafter, as in the example of the weak pseudo pattern shown in FIG. 10-32, the process moves to the number display part and the number of times is displayed. The number of times display part includes an appearance display part, a center display part, and a storage display part. As shown in FIG. 10-43 (o1), in the appearance display part, characters are displayed indicating that the Nth (N≧1) re-variable display will be performed from now on. In this example, the animation causes the character image "x2" to rotate and move from the special image in the center of the screen toward the front, indicating that the second re-variable display will be performed. be exposed. It should be noted that while the number of times is being displayed, performance sounds corresponding to the number of times being displayed are output from the speakers 8L and 8R. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-43 (o2), the character image "x2" further moves toward the front and is enlarged and displayed in stages.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-44 (o3), in the center display part, an enlarged character image of "x2" is displayed at the center of the screen, which is the fixed position. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-44 (c4), in the storage display part, an animation is used to display a rotating character image of "x2". Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-44 (o5), an animation is performed in which the character image "x2" rotates while further enlarging it.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-45 (o6), an animation is performed in which the character "x2" is further enlarged and rotated. At this time, the background image containing multiple special images that was displayed by the character display is gradually hidden by the rotating "x2" characters while being enlarged by the animation, making it difficult for the player to see the background image. Become. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-45 (o7), an animation is performed in which the characters "x2" are further enlarged and rotated. At this time, since the characters "x2" are displayed in the largest possible size, the background image including the special image is completely hidden, and the player cannot see the background image. Note that even when the entire screen is covered with the characters "x2", the fourth symbol and the small symbol are located at the forefront, so the player can confirm the fourth symbol and the small symbol.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-45 (o8), an animation is displayed in which the characters "x2" appear to disappear. At this time, the background image including the plurality of special images remains unchanged on the screen after the characters "x2" have left.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-46 (o9), an animation is performed in which the characters "x2" appear to disappear, and accordingly, a background image including a plurality of special images appears again. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-46 (o10), the character "x2" is displayed in a reduced size and moved to the leftmost corner of the screen by animation. In the background image, a plurality of special images are displayed unchanged. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-46 (o11), the character "x2" is displayed in a further reduced size and moved to the leftmost corner of the screen by animation. In the background image, a plurality of special images are displayed unchanged.

After that, as shown in Figure 10-47 (o12), a logo image including the words "Next GO!!" indicating re-variable display is displayed on the left end of the screen, and the animation adds " A display is made in which the characters "x2" are stored. Note that in a strong pseudo pattern, such as the strong pseudo pattern A, which is more advantageous to the player than a weak pseudo pattern, a decorative image is applied to the logo image by an effect. In this embodiment, decoration is applied around the oval logo image including the words "Next GO!!", so that the logo image as a whole has the shape of a sun.

After that, a suggestion display is performed. As shown in Figure 10-47 (p1), the suggestion display includes the characters "Next GO!!" indicating variable display again and the characters "x2" indicating the number of variable displays of the decorative design. A logo image appears in the corner of the screen. Note that during the suggestion display, performance sounds corresponding to the suggestion display are output from the speakers 8L and 8R. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-47 (p2), the special image in the center, which has been reduced in size and located in the depth direction, is enlarged and displayed in the front direction as shown in FIG. 10-47 (p2).

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-48 (p3), the special image at the center of the screen is further enlarged and displayed by animation. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-48 (p4), the special image at the center of the screen is further enlarged and displayed by animation, so that the special image is displayed on the entire screen. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-48 (p5), the special image at the center of the screen is further enlarged and displayed to a size that does not fit on the screen. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-49 (p6), the special image at the center of the screen is further enlarged and displayed. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-49(q), the rotation speed of the decorative pattern is increased and the second re-variable display is executed in earnest.

In this way, in the strong pseudo pattern, the re-variable display is executed through the reach line, character display, special display, number of times display, and suggestion display. Thereby, it is possible to suitably suggest to the player that the variable display will be performed again.

In the character display part, among the characters that suggest a revariable display of "Next GO!!", the "Next" character is displayed in a manner that is more emphasized than the other "Next GO!!" characters. . As a result, it is possible to make a strong impression on the player by displaying the words "Next GO!!" that the re-variable display will be performed, and it is possible to suitably suggest to the player that the re-variable display will be performed.

After the variable display mode becomes the reach mode and the reach is notified by the reach line, the character display part is performed. Thereby, it is possible to draw the player's attention to the performance after the reach is announced by the reach line.

After the character display part is performed, a special display is performed in which a plurality of special images including character images and the words "Next GO!!" are displayed, and then the number display part is performed. As a result, by performing the special display, it is possible to suggest to the player that the variable display will be executed again, and furthermore, by displaying the number of times, it is easy for the player to understand the number of variable displays of the decorative symbols. I can tell you.

During the re-variable display, the words "Next GO!!" indicating the re-variable display and the characters "x2" indicating the number of times the decorative pattern variable display is to be executed are displayed in the corner of the screen. It is possible to suitably suggest to the player that the re-variable display is being performed.

Among the characters "Next GO!!" displayed in the corner of the screen by the suggestion display, the color of the "Next" character is different from the color of the other "Go!!" characters, and The text is displayed larger than the text "Go!!". This makes it possible to make the character "next" that indicates execution of variable display more prominent.

The character "Next", which suggests the execution of a re-variable display, is a character related to a famous quote that appears in the original work, which is the concept of the pachinko game machine 1, so "Next GO!!", which suggests the execution of a re-variable display, is used. By displaying the characters "Next" and emphasizing the characters "Next", the player can be immersed in the game on the pachinko game machine 1.

In the special display, since a plurality of special images including the characters "Next GO!!" in the character display are displayed, it is possible to suitably suggest to the player that a variable display will be performed again.

In the special display, a special image including the characters "NEXT GO!!" in the character display is displayed in a reduced size, and a plurality of the reduced special images are displayed. As a result, in the special display, since the special image itself suggesting the re-variable display is used, it is possible to execute an easy-to-understand effect for the player.

In the special display, a special image including the characters "NEXT GO!!" in the text display is displayed in a reduced size, a plurality of the reduced special images are displayed, and then the reduced display is displayed in an enlarged manner, The screen on the image display device 5 is switched to a variable display screen again. Thereby, by enlarging and displaying the reduced special image again, the special image can be emphasized, and it is possible to suitably suggest to the player that variable display will be performed again.

While the special display is being executed, the character "x2" that indicates the number of times the variable display of the decorative pattern is to be performed begins to be displayed, and the character "x2" is further moved to the corner of the screen and displayed. The special display continues until As a result, the character "x2" indicates the number of times the variable display of the decorative pattern is to be executed, and even after indicating the number of times the variable display of the decorative pattern is to be executed, the special image can be shown again to allow the variable display to be performed again. It is possible to emphasize and suggest to the player what will be done.

In addition, in the weak pseudo pattern, after the characters "NEXT" suggesting the execution of the variable display again are displayed in the production mode shown in Figures 10-25 to 10-36, the variable display of the decorative pattern is executed. The characters "x2" indicating that the number of times is the second time are displayed. On the other hand, in the strong pseudo pattern, as shown in Figures 10-40 to 10-47, the text "Next GO!!", which suggests the execution of the re-variable display, is displayed in a different manner from the weak pseudo pattern. After the display, the characters "x2" are displayed, indicating that the number of times the variable display of decorative symbols has been executed is the second time. In this way, the weak pseudo pattern and the strong pseudo pattern differ in the presentation mode of the character display suggesting execution of re-variable display and the number display suggesting the number of executions of variable display of decorative designs. The player can be made aware of which of the strong pseudo-systems the revariable display is suggested by the difference in the presentation mode, and it is possible to suitably suggest to the player that the revariable display will be performed. .

The presentation mode of displaying the number of times in the weak pseudo pattern and the presentation mode of displaying the number of times in the strong pseudo pattern are both display modes using animation. In addition, as shown in Figures 10-32 to 10-36, in the weak pseudo pattern, the character "x2" appears from the center of the screen in the appearance display part, indicating the number of execution times for variable display of the decorative pattern. , and then moves to the central display part and the storage display part. On the other hand, in the strong pseudo pattern, as shown in Figures 10-43 to 10-47, in the appearance display part, the character "x2" indicating the number of executions of the variable display of the decorative pattern is displayed. moves from the reduced-displayed special image toward the front side and appears, and then moves to the center display part and the storage display part. Comparing the two appearance display parts, the strong pseudo pattern has a longer distance that the character "x2" moves than the weak pseudo pattern, and the time for which the appearance display is performed is also longer than that of the weak pseudo pattern. In this way, in the appearance display part when displaying the number of times, the strong pseudo pattern has characters that indicate the number of executions of the variable display of the decorative pattern appearing in a more emphasized manner than the weak pseudo pattern, so the strong pseudo pattern It is possible to emphasize the performance of the strong pseudo pattern, and to give the player a sense of expectation that the performance of the strong pseudo pattern has been executed.

The center display part and the storage display part in the weak pseudo patterns shown in FIGS. 10-33 to 10-36 and the center display part and the storage display part in the strong pseudo patterns shown in FIGS. 10-44 to 10-47 are decorative. A common display mode is the animation of the characters "x2" which indicates the number of times the variable display of the symbol is executed. As a result, since the weak pseudo pattern and the strong pseudo pattern differ only in the appearance display part of the character that indicates the number of executions of the variable display of the decorative pattern, the characters that indicate the number of executions of the variable display of the decorative pattern appear. It is possible to draw the player's attention to the performance of the appearance display part.

In the weak pseudo patterns shown in Figures 10-34 and 10-35, after the character "x2" indicating the number of executions of the variable display of the decorative design is enlarged to the maximum extent and covers the entire screen, When the character "x2" leaves, a background image corresponding to the variable display appears from the back side. On the other hand, in the strong pseudo patterns shown in Figures 10-45 and 10-46, after the character "x2" indicating the number of executions of the variable display of the decorative pattern is displayed in maximum enlargement and covers the entire screen, , After that, even after the characters "x2" are removed, a special image including the characters "GO TO NEXT!!", which suggests re-variable display, remains and is displayed. As a result, the strong pseudo pattern can still show the special image to the player even after the storage display is performed, so the strong pseudo pattern is more likely to be revariably displayed than the weak pseudo pattern. can be emphasized and suggested to the player.

As shown in FIGS. 10-37 to 10-39, when the reach state is reached, a reach line that displays "reach" as a specific message related to the reach state is executed. On the reach line, the word "reach" is displayed multiple times (three times in this example), and the word "reach" is determined by the reach line color lottery shown in Figures 10-12 and 10-13. displayed in the specified color. Further, in conjunction with the appearance and movement of the character "Reach" on the reach line, the decorative symbol "2" in the reach mode is displayed to move. Thereby, it is possible to suitably indicate to the player that the game is in a reach state by displaying the message "reach".

On the reach line, the direction in which the word "reach" moves is the same as the direction in which the decorative symbol "2", which is in the reach mode, faces, so it gives the player a sense of elegance and allows players to move in the reach state. can suggest something.

In the reach line, among the characters "reach" that are displayed multiple times, the character "reach" that appears last has the longest display time. In addition, the color of the "reach" that appears last is determined according to the fluctuation pattern in the final color lottery of the reach line shown in Figure 10-12, so the jackpot is determined according to the color of the "reach" that appears last. expectations are different. In this way, among the three "reach" characters that appear on the reach line, the last "reach" that indicates the expectation of a jackpot is more important than the other "reach" characters that appear in the first and second times. Since the display time is long, it is possible to draw the player's attention to the color of the final "reach" which indicates the degree of expectation of a jackpot.

In the reach line, among the characters "reach" that appear multiple times, the display time of the characters "reach" that appears the first time and the character "reach" that appears the second time are the same length. It is. In this way, by making the display time of the word "Reach" that appears the first and second times the same length, it is possible to give the player a sense of excitement while also suggesting that the player is in a reach state. .

Among the characters "Reach" that are displayed multiple times on the reach line, the color of the character "Reach" that appears last is determined according to the variation pattern in the reach line final color lottery shown in FIG. 10-12. Furthermore, in the reach line final color lottery, if a pseudo-connection is not performed, only the color of the last "reach" character on the reach line when the reach mode is reached in one variable display is determined, In the case where variable display is performed twice by pseudo-link, the color of the last character "Reach" on the reach line when reaching the reach mode is determined in each of the two variable displays, and further, In the case where the variable display is performed three times due to the pseudo-connection, the color of the last character "Reach" on the reach line when the reach mode is reached in each of the three variable displays is determined. In this way, the expectation level of the jackpot differs depending on the color of the word "Reach" that appears last on the reach line, and also the color of the character "Reach" that appears last on each reach line that is repeated multiple times. The level of expectation for a jackpot varies depending on the combination of letter colors. As a result, the color of the word "reach" that appears last on the reach line, and furthermore, the color combination of the word "reach" that appears last on each reach line that is played multiple times, the player's It is possible to attract attention and improve the interest of the game.

(Performance mode of pachinko gaming machine in strong pseudo pattern C)
FIG. 10-50 is an explanatory diagram showing the performance mode of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the strong pseudo pattern C. As described above, the strong pseudo pattern C is a pattern that pretends to be a weak pseudo pattern of a weak pseudo system and switches to a strong pseudo pattern.

In the strong pseudo pattern C, similar to the weak pseudo patterns shown in FIGS. 10-19 to 10-21, after the reach is stimulated, a special symbol appears and is temporarily displayed in the center of the screen. The example shown in FIG. 10-50(r) is the same presentation mode as the example shown in FIG. 10-21(c3). As a result, the player recognizes that the weak pseudo pattern suggests revariable display.

Thereafter, in the strong pseudo pattern C, the effect is switched to a strong pseudo effect as shown in FIG. 10-50 (s) without shifting to the effect shown in FIG. 10-22 (c4). Specifically, similar to the strong pseudo pattern shown in FIG. 10-40(k), the screen on which the letters "NEXT" and decorative patterns are displayed is displayed so as to be tilted by the hand.

After that, as shown in Figure 10-50 (t), similar to Figure 10-40 (m1), the tilted image becomes dim due to the animation, and the text "Let's go!" suggests re-variable display. is displayed. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-40 (m2) to FIG. 10-49, effects are performed according to the strong pseudo pattern.

As shown in Figure 10-23 (c9), the patterns in which re-variable display is executed include a weak pseudo pattern in which the special symbol is displayed with emphasis and then re-variable display is performed, and a pattern in which the special symbol is emphasized. This includes a strong pseudo pattern in which variable display is performed again without being displayed. Furthermore, the strong pseudo patterns are strong pseudo pattern A in which variable display is performed again after the variable display mode becomes reach state, and strong pseudo pattern A in which a special symbol is temporarily displayed to make it look like a weak pseudo pattern and then switched to a strong pseudo pattern. This includes a strong pseudo pattern C in which variable display is performed again. In this way, by providing a point that draws the player's attention to whether the re-variable display suggestion is a weak pseudo pattern or a strong pseudo pattern, it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

(Performance mode of pachinko gaming machine in strong pseudo pattern B)
FIGS. 10-51 to 10-53 are explanatory diagrams showing performance modes of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the strong pseudo pattern B. As described above, the strong pseudo pattern B is a pattern in which the variable display is performed again after the special reach notification, the character display of the famous quote, the special display, the number of times display, and the suggestion display are executed.

As shown in FIG. 10-51(u), when the variable display starts based on one pending memory, decorative symbols are variably displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 in the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. , the fourth symbol is variably displayed in the display area 087F005D, and further, the small symbol is variably displayed in the small symbol region 087F005E. On the screen, a background image including images of characters and scenery is displayed as a background during variable display. Then, after "2" stops in the left symbol display area 5L, "2" also stops in the right symbol display area 5R, resulting in a ready-to-reach state. Note that during the ready-to-reach display, performance sounds corresponding to the ready-to-reach display are output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-51 (v1), a special reach notification is executed to notify the player that the variable display mode has become the reach mode. In the first special reach notification, a character image is displayed in the center of the screen, and the character "Li" appears from the right side of the screen and moves gradually from the right to the left of the screen. It will disappear eventually. It should be noted that during the special reach notification, the effect sound corresponding to the special reach notification is output from the speakers 8L, 8R, and the sound of "ri" is output from the speakers 8L, 8R. After that, as shown in Figure 10-51 (v2), in the second special reach notification, the character image in the center of the screen is enlarged and a new character "Li" appears from the right side of the screen due to animation. , appears in stages, moving from the right to the left of the screen, and then disappears. At this time, the sound of "ri" is output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

After that, as shown in Figure 10-52 (v3), in the third special reach notification, the character image in the center of the screen is further enlarged, and a new character "Li" appears from the right side of the screen due to animation. Then, it appears moving step by step from the right to the left of the screen, and then disappears. At this time, the sound of "ri" is output from the speakers 8L and 8R. After that, as shown in Figure 10-52 (v4), in the fourth special reach notification, the character image in the center of the screen is further enlarged, and a new character "Li" appears from the right side of the screen through animation. Then, it appears moving step by step from the right to the left of the screen, and then disappears. At this time, the sound of "ri" is output from the speakers 8L and 8R. After that, as shown in Figure 10-52 (v5), in the fifth special reach notification, the character image in the center of the screen is further enlarged, and a new character "Li" appears from the right side of the screen due to animation. Then, it appears moving step by step from the right to the left of the screen, and then disappears. At this time, the sound of "ri" is output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

After that, as shown in Figure 10-53 (v6), the character image in the center of the screen is further enlarged, and the word "Reach" appears from the right of the screen through animation, and gradually moves from the right to the left of the screen. It moves and appears, and then disappears. At this time, the sound of "Reach" is output from the speakers 8L and 8R. In other words, in the special reach notification, the characters appear and disappear in the order of "ri", "ri", "ri", "ri", "ri", "reach", and the voice corresponding to the character is heard on the speaker 8L. , 8R.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-53(w), the screen switches to the character display part. At this time, the animation causes the screen on which the words "Reach" and the character image are displayed to be tilted by the hand. Note that while switching to the character display part, effect sounds corresponding to the display switching to the character display part are output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-53(x), the process moves to the character display part and characters are displayed. In the text display, the tilted image becomes dim due to animation, and the text "Let's go!" is displayed, which suggests re-variable display. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-40 (m2) to FIG. 10-49, effects are performed according to the strong pseudo pattern.

(Performance mode of pachinko gaming machine when performing specific reach stimulation in strong pseudo pattern A)
FIGS. 10-54 to 10-57 are explanatory diagrams showing performance modes of the pachinko gaming machine 1 when a specific reach is stimulated in the strong pseudo pattern A. Note that the effects shown in FIGS. 10-54 to 10-57 are determined as strong pseudo pattern A by lottery based on the pseudo pattern determination table shown in FIG. 10-10(c), and It is executed when it is determined to execute the specific reach promotion by lottery based on the specific reach promotion performance execution table shown in FIG. Further, as described above, the specific reach promotion performance is a performance that prompts the player to determine whether or not the variable display mode becomes the reach mode.

As shown in FIG. 10-54(y), when the variable display starts based on one pending memory, decorative symbols are variably displayed in the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R on the screen of the image display device 5, and , the fourth symbol is variably displayed in the display area 087F005D, and further, the small symbol is variably displayed in the small symbol region 087F005E. On the screen, a background image including images of characters and scenery is displayed as a background during variable display. After that, as shown in FIG. 10-54 (z1), when the specific reach promotion is executed, "2" stops in the left symbol display area 5L, and "1" temporarily appears in the right symbol display area 5R. The characters appear. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-54 (z1), an animation is performed such that the character acts on "1" in the right symbol display area 5R. It should be noted that during the specific reach promotion, effect sounds corresponding to the specific reach promotion are output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-55 (z3), the character acts on the "1" in the right symbol display area 5R by animation, and the decorative symbol "1" is changed to "2". Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-55 (z4), the decorative symbols in the right symbol display area 5R change. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-55 (z5), "1" is temporarily displayed in the right symbol display area 5R, and the character appears again.

After that, as shown in Figure 10-56 (z6), the character acts again on "1" in the right symbol display area 5R through animation, and the decorative symbol "1" is changed to "2". . After that, as shown in FIG. 10-56 (z7), a ready-to-reach state is reached due to the decorative symbol "2", and the character image suggests that the player is in a ready-to-reach state. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-56 (A1), the color of the image including the character image and the decorative symbol "2" in the ready-to-reach state is gradually whitened by a production effect called whiteout. As a result, the image including the character image and the decorative symbol "2" in the ready-to-reach state becomes gradually less visible. Note that during a whiteout, sound effects corresponding to the whiteout are output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

After that, as shown in Figure 10-57 (A2), when the character image and the image including the "2" decorative symbol that is in the reach state become completely white due to whiteout, the character image and the "2" decorative symbol that is in the reach state become completely white. The image containing the decorative pattern "2" becomes completely invisible. Here, on the back side of the screen where the specific reach promotion is performed, reach lines as shown in FIGS. 10-37 to 10-39 are performed. After that, as shown in Figure 10-57 (A3), when the transparency of the entire front screen, which has become white due to whiteout, is gradually increased, the reach line effect image that was being performed on the back side becomes become visible. After that, as shown in Figure 10-57 (B), when the transparency of the entire front screen, which has become white due to whiteout, is set to 100%, the reach line effect image that was performed on the back side can be completely seen. It becomes like this. Note that the reach line shown in FIG. 10-57 (B) is the same effect image as the third reach line shown in FIG. 10-39 (j8). Thereafter, the effect according to the strong pseudo pattern B as shown in FIGS. 10-40 and subsequent figures is executed.

In this way, when executing the effect according to the strong pseudo pattern A in which the reach line is performed, if a specific reach promotion is performed in the previous fluctuation, the effect image of the specific reach promotion is displayed on the front side of the reach line effect image. Is displayed. Then, when the specific reach promotion effect ends and the transparency of the specific reach promotion image becomes 100% and disappears, the effect image of the reach line located on the back side appears. Furthermore, in this case, the player cannot see the middle of the reach line due to the specific reach promotion effect, but after the specific reach promotion effect ends, the player can view the reach line effect from the middle. For example, in the example shown in Figure 10-57, among the reach lines in which the word "reach" appears three times, such as "reach," "reach," and "reach," the word "reach" that corresponds to the last ” The player can only see the characters. As a result, it is possible to emphasize to the player that the game has reached the reach state due to the specific reach promotion, and to clearly show the player the "reach" corresponding to the final round. Furthermore, the color of the word "Reach" corresponding to the final round indicates the level of expectation of a jackpot, so players can determine whether or not they will hit the jackpot by looking at the word "Reach" at the end. can be predicted.

In addition, as shown in Figures 10-37 to 10-40, if the specific reach promotion is not executed, the reach line will be produced for three times of the word "reach" such as "reach", "reach", and "reach". While showing the player, as shown in Figures 10-54 to 10-57, when a specific reach promotion is executed, three times of "reach" such as "reach", "reach", and "reach" are shown to the player. Of these, the first and second "reaches" are executed in a manner that stimulates the specific reach, and the final "reach" is shown to the player. In this way, the interest in the game can be improved by dividing the number of times the word "reach" is displayed to the player according to the reach line depending on whether or not specific reach promotion is executed.

[Main effects obtained by characteristic part 087F]
Below, the technical effects obtained by the various configurations of the feature portion 075F described above will be individually listed.

(1-1) A gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot gaming state) that is advantageous to the player based on the display result of the variable display of special identification information becoming a specific display result (for example, a pachinko game state) machine 1),
After the variable display of the special identification information starts until the display result of the variable display of the special identification information is derived and displayed, the variable display of the performance identification information is temporarily stopped, and then the variable display of the performance identification information is resumed. A re-variable display means for executing a re-variable display (for example, a process for executing a pseudo series by the performance control CPU 120);
Suggestive effect means for executing a suggestive effect suggesting execution of the re-variable display (for example, processing for executing a weak pseudo effect or a strong pseudo effect regarding the pseudo association by the effect control CPU 120),
The suggestion effect includes a character display part (for example, from FIG. character display part shown in Figure 10-32),
In the character display part, a specific character (for example, the letter "T") included in the suggested characters is repeatedly displayed on the display means multiple times (for example, as shown in FIGS. 10-28 to 10-32). , the part where the letter "T" is displayed multiple times).

Specifically, as shown in Figures 10-23 to 10-32, in the character display part in the weak pseudo pattern, "T" is repeated multiple times among the characters "NEXT" that suggest variable display. will be displayed. As a result, it is possible to give a strong impression to the player by displaying the characters "NEXT" that it is a specific situation in which a re-variable display is to be performed, and it is possible to suitably suggest to the player that a re-variable display is to be performed. .

Regarding the "suggestion effect that suggests the execution of re-variable display", in this embodiment, the suggestion effect is the effect before the re-variable display is executed, as shown in Figures 10-19 to 10-36. This is an effect that indicates or notifies that it has been internally determined that re-variable display will be executed, and that re-variable display will be executed from now on. Specifically, in the character display part of the suggestive effect, the "T" of "NEXT" is displayed multiple times in succession, so that the player recognizes that the variable display will be executed again afterwards. It was something that I learned to do. In addition, as a modified example, the "suggestion effect suggesting execution of re-variable display" may be an effect encouraging whether or not re-variable display is to be executed. For example, in the character display part of the suggestion effect according to the modified example, after "T" of "NEXT" is displayed multiple times in a row, the number of times is finally displayed from the state shown in Figure 10-32 (e22). If the switch is made, it is determined that the re-variable display will be executed after that, but if the state in Figure 10-32 (e22) is not finally switched to the count display, the re-variable display will be executed. It may be certain that it will not be done.

(1-2) A gaming machine,
Sound output means (for example, speakers 8L and 8R) that outputs sound;
A character display means for displaying characters (for example, a process of displaying a character image on the image display device 5 by the performance control CPU 120),
The sound output means outputs a sound (for example, the sound of "NEXT") corresponding to a specific message consisting of a plurality of characters according to a specific situation (for example, the characters of "NEXT") (for example, as shown in FIG. 10-25). ~As shown in Figure 10-32, the process of outputting the "NEXT" audio corresponding to "NEXT" from the speakers 8L and 8R),
The character display means repeats a specific character (for example, the letter "T") included in the specific message multiple times in conjunction with the sound corresponding to the specific message output by the sound output means (for example, , image display device 5) (for example, as shown in Figures 10-28 to 10-30, the letter "T" is repeated multiple times in conjunction with the sound of "T" from the speakers 8L and 8R. (displayed part),
The number of times the specific character is repeatedly displayed by the character display means is greater than the number of times the sound output means outputs the specific sound corresponding to the specific character (for example, as shown in FIG. The number of times the character "T" is repeatedly displayed is greater than the number of times the sound of "t" corresponding to the character "T" is outputted by the speakers 8L and 8R).

Specifically, as shown in Figure 10-32, the number of times the sound of "G" is output from speakers 8L and 8R is 7 times, while the total number of times the character "G" is displayed is There are 14 pieces. In other words, the total number of times the character "t" is displayed is greater than the number of times the sound "t" is output from the speakers 8L and 8R. As a result, it is possible to give a strong impression to the player through text display and audio output that the specific situation is that a re-variable display is to be performed, and it is possible to suitably suggest to the player that a re-variable display is to be performed.

(1-3) After the special identification information with the suggested characters is displayed on the display means, the character display part is rendered (for example, as shown in FIGS. 10-21 to 10-24). , the part that transitions from the special symbol display part to the character display part),
In the character display part, after the suggested characters are displayed one by one, the last character, the specific character, is repeatedly displayed multiple times (for example, in the character display parts shown in Figures 10-25 to 10-32). performance),
Thereafter, a display suggesting the number of execution times of the variable display of the performance identification information is displayed on the display means (for example, the performance in the number display part shown in FIGS. 10-32 to 10-36).

Specifically, as shown in Figures 10-21 to 10-36, after a special symbol with the characters "NEXT" that suggests re-variable display is displayed, characters such as "N" and "NEXT" are displayed. E], "X", and "T" are displayed one by one, and the last character "T" is displayed repeatedly multiple times. After that, a suggestion display indicating the number of execution times of the variable display of the decorative pattern is performed. Thereby, it is possible to suitably suggest to the player that the variable display will be performed again.

(1-4) During the re-variable display, a display suggesting the number of executions of the variable display of the suggestive characters and production identification information is displayed at a corner of the display area of the display means (for example, in FIG. 10-36 As shown in , during re-variable display, the characters "NEXT" indicating re-variable display and the characters "x2" indicating the number of times re-variable display is to be executed are displayed in the corner of the screen).

Specifically, during the re-variable display, the characters "NEXT" indicating the re-variable display and the characters "x2" indicating the number of times the variable display of the decorative pattern is to be executed are displayed in the corner of the screen. , it is possible to suitably suggest to the player that the re-variable display is being performed.

(1-5) Some characters included in the suggested characters (for example, the characters "N", "E", and "X") are not repeatedly displayed on the display means,
The specific character (for example, the letter "T"), which is the last character included in the suggested characters, is repeatedly displayed on the display means multiple times (for example, the characters shown in FIGS. 10-25 to 10-32). (direction in the display part).

Specifically, as shown in Figures 10-25 to 10-32, in the character display part, among the characters "NEXT", the characters "N", "E", and "X" are displayed once. The corresponding sounds of "ne", "ku", and "su" are also output only once from speakers 8L and 8R, whereas the letter "T" is displayed repeatedly multiple times. be done. In this way, each letter of "NEXT" is not repeated, but only "T" is spoken or displayed repeatedly, so the letter "T" is spoken more often than "N", "E", and "X". This can be emphasized to the player by displaying text or characters.

(1-6) The specific character is repeatedly displayed on the display means multiple times so that a plurality of the specific characters are displayed in an overlapping manner,
In the character display part, the speed at which the specific characters are repeatedly displayed on the display means increases in stages, so that the number of the specific characters displayed in an overlapping manner increases in stages (for example, as shown in FIG. 28 to effect in the character display part shown in Figures 10-32).

Specifically, as shown in Figures 10-28 to 10-32, in the display of the character "T", multiple characters of "T" appear in stages and are displayed as they appear. The interval goes from long to short, then from short to long. In other words, the speed at which the letter "T" is repeatedly displayed becomes faster in stages. As a result, the number of characters "T" displayed in an overlapping manner increases step by step. Thereby, it is possible to give a sense of speed to the character display of "NEXT", and it is possible to give the player a feeling of excitement and anticipation for the re-variable display.

(1-7) The number of sounds corresponding to the specific character that is output by the sound output means in conjunction with the suggested character is greater than the number of the specific characters included in the suggested character (for example, "NEXT"). There is one "T" in the character, but the number of times the "T" sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R is 7 times).
The number of the specific characters displayed on the display means is determined by the number of sounds corresponding to the specific characters outputted by the sound output means in conjunction with the suggested characters, and the number of sounds corresponding to the specific characters included in the suggested characters. (For example, in the letter "NEXT", there is one "T", but the number of times the "T" sound is output from speakers 8L and 8R is 7 times, and , the total number of characters displayed is 14.).

Specifically, as shown in Figure 10-32, while there is one "T" in the letter "NEXT", the number of times the "T" sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R is 7. Furthermore, the total number of times the character "g" is displayed is 14. In other words, the total number of times the character "T" is displayed is the highest, the number of times the sound "T" is output from speakers 8L and 8R is the next highest, and the number of times the "T" sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R is the second highest. The number is the lowest. In this way, the execution of variable display can be emphasized by increasing the number of times the sound of "G" is output or the number of times the character "T" is displayed than the number of characters of "T". .

(1-8) Among the suggested characters, the character different from the specific character is outputted by the sound output means in conjunction with the suggested character the same number of times as the number of sounds corresponding to the character different from the specific character, Displayed on the display means (for example, as shown in Figures 10-25 to 10-27, among the characters "NEXT", the characters "N", "E", and "X" are displayed only once) (The part where the corresponding sounds of ``ne'', ``ku'', and ``su'' are also output only once from the speakers 8L and 8R).

Specifically, as shown in Figures 10-25 to 10-32, among the characters "NEXT", the characters "N", "E", and "X" appear only once and are displayed. , the corresponding sounds of "ne", "ku", and "su" are also output from the speakers 8L and 8R only once, whereas the character "T" is displayed repeatedly multiple times. In this way, each letter of "NEXT" is not repeated, but only "T" is spoken or displayed repeatedly, so the letter "T" is spoken more often than "N", "E", and "X". This can be emphasized to the player by displaying text or characters.

(2-1) A game machine (for example, a pachinko game) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game state) that is advantageous to the player based on the display result of the variable display of special identification information becoming a specific display result. machine 1),
After the variable display of the special identification information starts until the display result of the variable display of the special identification information is derived and displayed, the variable display of the performance identification information is temporarily stopped, and then the variable display of the performance identification information is resumed. A re-variable display means for executing a re-variable display (for example, a process for executing a pseudo series by the performance control CPU 120);
Suggestive effect means for executing a suggestive effect suggesting execution of the re-variable display (for example, processing for executing a weak pseudo effect or a strong pseudo effect regarding the pseudo association by the effect control CPU 120),
The suggestion effect is a character display part (for example, a diagram) that displays a suggestion character (for example, "Next GO!!") on the display means (for example, the image display device 5) that suggests execution of the revariable display. 10-41, character display part shown in FIG. 10-42), and a number display part (for example, in FIGS. 10-44 to 10-42) that displays on the display means a display suggesting the number of execution times of variable display of production identification information. 47),
In the character display part, among the characters included in the suggested characters, a specific character (for example, a character for "next") is emphasized more than other characters (for example, a character for "GO!!"). (For example, as shown in FIGS. 10-41 and 10-42, the characters ``NEXT'' are displayed with more emphasis than the characters ``GO!!'').

Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 10-41 and 10-42, in the strong pseudo pattern, the re-variable display is executed after the reach line, character display, special display, number of times display, and suggestion display. In the character display part, among the characters that suggest a revariable display of "Next GO!!", the "Next" character is displayed in a manner that is more emphasized than the other "Next GO!!" characters. . As a result, it is possible to make a strong impression on the player by displaying the words "Next GO!!" that the re-variable display will be performed, and it is possible to suitably suggest to the player that the re-variable display will be performed.

Regarding the "display suggesting the number of executions of variable display of production identification information," the display indicates that the re-variable display has not yet been executed, and the number of executions of the variable display of the decorative pattern when the re-variable display will be executed from now on. This is a display that indicates or informs. In addition, regarding the "display suggesting the number of executions of variable display of production identification information", the display indicates or notifies the number of executions of variable display of decorative designs that has already been executed and is currently being executed. It is also a display. For example, during the period in which the number of times is displayed, the characters "×2" in Figures 10-32 (f1) to 10-34 (f7) have not yet been revariably displayed, and will be revariably displayed. This is a display that indicates or notifies the number of executions of the variable display of decorative patterns when the This is a display that indicates or notifies the number of executions of the variable display of decorative symbols that is being executed and is in progress. In addition, the "x2" character display in Figures 10-43 (o1) to Figure 10-45 (o7) indicates that the re-variable display has not been executed yet, and is a decorative pattern that will be used when the re-variable display is executed from now on. This is a display that indicates or notifies the number of times variable display has been executed. , is a display that indicates or notifies the number of executions of the variable display of decorative symbols that is currently being executed.

(2-2) After the variable display mode of the production identification information becomes the ready-to-reach state, the production of the character display part is performed (for example, as shown in Figures 10-37 to 10-39, the character display part becomes the ready-to-reach state After that, the character display part is performed as shown in Figures 10-40 to 10-42).

Specifically, as shown in Figures 10-37 to 10-42, after the variable display mode of the decorative pattern becomes the reach mode and the reach is announced by the reach line, the text display part is performed. Therefore, it is possible to draw the player's attention to the performance after the reach is announced by the reach line.

(2-3) The pattern in which the re-variable display is executed is that after the special identification information (for example, a special symbol) to which the suggestion character is attached is displayed on the display means, the variable display of the performance identification information is performed. A first re-variable display pattern (for example, a weak pseudo pattern shown in FIGS. 10-19 to 10-36) and a second re-variable display pattern in which the special identification information is not displayed on the display means and the production identification information is variablely displayed. a re-variable display pattern (for example, strong pseudo pattern A shown in FIGS. 10-37 to 10-49, strong pseudo pattern C shown in FIG. 10-50),
The second re-variable display pattern is the first pattern (for example, shown in FIGS. 10-37 to 10-49) in which variable display of the performance identification information is performed after the mode of variable display of the performance identification information becomes the reach state. strong pseudo pattern A); and a second pattern (for example, strong pseudo pattern C shown in FIG. 10-50) in which production identification information is variably displayed after the special identification information is temporarily displayed on the display means. .

Specifically, the patterns in which the re-variable display is performed are a weak pseudo pattern in which the special symbol is highlighted and displayed and then the re-variable display is performed, as shown in Figure 10-23 (c9), and a pattern in which the special symbol is The strong pseudo pattern includes a strong pseudo pattern in which a re-variable display is performed without being highlighted, and the strong pseudo pattern further includes a strong pseudo pattern A in which a re-variable display is performed after the variable display mode becomes a reach state. , and a strong pseudo pattern C in which a special symbol is temporarily displayed to appear as a weak pseudo pattern, and then switched to a strong pseudo pattern and variable display is performed again. In this way, by providing a point that draws the player's attention to whether the re-variable display suggestion is a weak pseudo pattern or a strong pseudo pattern, it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

(2-4) After the character display part is performed, a special display is performed in which a plurality of the suggested characters are displayed on the display means, and then the number display part is performed (for example, in FIG. -42 to the part where the number of times is displayed after the special display is performed, as shown in Figure 10-47).

Specifically, as shown in Figures 10-42 to 10-47, after a special display in which multiple special images including character images and the words "Next GO!!" are displayed, the number of times is displayed. A part-time performance is performed. As a result, by performing the special display, it is possible to suggest to the player that the variable display will be executed again, and furthermore, by displaying the number of times, it is easy for the player to understand the number of variable displays of the decorative symbols. I can tell you.

(2-5) During the re-variable display, a display suggesting the number of executions of the variable display of the suggestion characters and production identification information is displayed at a corner of the display area of the display means (for example, in FIG. 10-48 As shown in the figure, during the re-variable display, the text "Next GO!!" indicating the re-variable display and the character "x2" indicating the number of times the re-variable display is executed are displayed in the corner of the screen. part).

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 10-48, during the re-variable display, the words "NEXT GO!!" indicating the re-variable display and "x" indicating the number of executions of the variable display of the decorative design Since the characters "2" are displayed at the corner of the screen, it is possible to suitably suggest to the player that the variable display is being performed again.

(2-6) Among the characters included in the suggested characters displayed at the corner of the display area of the display means, the specific character is displayed in a manner that is more emphasized than other characters (for example, in FIG. As shown in 48, among the characters "NEXT GO!!" displayed in the corner of the screen by the suggestion display, the character "NEXT" is emphasized more than the other characters "GO!!" ).

Specifically, as shown in Figure 10-48, among the characters "Next GO!!" displayed in the corner of the screen by the suggestion display, the color of the "Next" character is different from the color of the other "Next GO!" characters. !” characters are displayed in a more emphasized manner. This makes it possible to make the character "next" that indicates execution of variable display more prominent.

(2-7) Among the characters included in the suggested characters, the color of the specific character is different from the color of the other characters, and the specific character is larger than the other characters (for example, As shown in 10-49, among the characters "NEXT GO!!" displayed on the screen, the color of the "NEXT" character and the other "GO!!" characters are different, and ” characters are larger than the other characters “Go!!”).

Specifically, as shown in Figures 10-41 to 10-49, among the characters "Next GO!!" displayed on the screen, the color of the "Next" character is different from that of other "Next GO!" characters. !'' characters, and the characters ``Next'' are displayed larger than the characters ``GO!!''. This makes it possible to make the character "next" that indicates execution of variable display more prominent.

(2-8) The specific character is a character related to a famous saying that appears in the original work based on the concept of the gaming machine (for example, the character for "next").

Specifically, the character "next" that suggests the execution of a re-variable display is a character related to a famous quote that appears in the original work, which is the concept of the pachinko game machine 1, so the character "next" that suggests the execution of a re-variable display By displaying the characters ``GO!!'' and further emphasizing the characters ``NEXT'', the player can be immersed in the game in the pachinko game machine 1.

(2-9) A special display is performed in which a plurality of the suggested characters are displayed on the display means,
In the special display, a plurality of displays including the suggestive characters displayed in the character display part are displayed (for example, the special display portions shown in FIGS. 10-42 and 10-43).

Specifically, as shown in Figures 10-42 and 10-43, in the special display, multiple special images including the characters "Next GO!!" are displayed in the character display, so the re-variable display It is possible to suitably suggest to the player that this will be carried out.

(2-10) A special display is performed in which a plurality of the suggested characters are displayed on the display means,
In the special display, the display including the suggested character displayed in the character display part is displayed in a reduced size, and a plurality of the reduced display is displayed (for example, as shown in FIGS. 10-42 and 10-43). special display part).

Specifically, as shown in Figures 10-42 and 10-43, in the special display, a special image containing the words "Next GO!!" in the character display is displayed in a reduced size, and the Multiple special images are displayed. As a result, in the special display, since the special image itself suggesting the re-variable display is used, it is possible to execute an easy-to-understand effect for the player.

(2-11) A special display is performed in which a plurality of the suggested characters are displayed on the display means,
In the special display, the display including the suggested character displayed in the character display part is displayed in a reduced size, and a plurality of the reduced display is displayed (for example, the special display shown in FIGS. 10-42 and 10-43 display part),
Thereafter, the reduced display is enlarged and the screen on the display means is switched to a variable display screen (for example, as shown in Figures 10-47 to 10-49, the special image is enlarged and displayed again and (the part that switches to the screen corresponding to the display).

Specifically, as shown in Figures 10-42 and 10-43, in the special display, a special image containing the words "Next GO!!" in the character display is displayed in a reduced size, and the A plurality of special images are displayed, and then, as shown in FIGS. 10-47 to 10-49, the reduced display is enlarged and the screen on the image display device 5 is switched to a variable display screen again. Thereby, by enlarging and displaying the reduced special image again, the special image can be emphasized, and it is possible to suitably suggest to the player that variable display will be performed again.

(2-12) A special display is performed in which a plurality of the suggested characters are displayed on the display means (for example, the special display portion shown in FIGS. 10-42 and 10-43),
While the special display is being executed, a display suggesting the number of execution times of the variable display of the performance identification information begins to be displayed on the display means, until the display moves to a corner of the display area of the display means, and is displayed. The special display continues (for example, the number display and suggestion display portions shown in FIGS. 10-43 to 10-48).

Specifically, as shown in Figures 10-43 to 10-48, while the special display is being executed, the characters "x2" that indicate the number of times the variable display of decorative patterns will be executed will begin to be displayed, and , the special display continues until the character "x2" moves to the corner of the screen and is displayed. As a result, the character "x2" indicates the number of times the variable display of the decorative pattern is to be executed, and even after indicating the number of times the variable display of the decorative pattern is to be executed, the special image can be shown again to allow the variable display to be performed again. It is possible to emphasize and suggest to the player what will be done.

(3-1) A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko game) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game state) that is advantageous for the player based on the display result of the variable display of special identification information becoming a specific display result. machine 1),
After the variable display of the special identification information starts until the display result of the variable display of the special identification information is derived and displayed, the variable display of the Nth performance identification information is temporarily stopped, and then the N+1st performance identification is performed. Equipped with a re-variable display means for performing a re-variable display for variably displaying information (for example, a process for executing a pseudo series by the performance control CPU 120),
The pattern for performing the revariable display includes a first revariable display pattern (for example, a weak pseudo pattern) and a second revariable display pattern (for example, a strong pseudo pattern),
The rate at which the advantageous state is controlled is different depending on when the revariable display is executed in the first revariable display pattern and when the revariable display is executed in the second revariable display pattern ( For example, as shown in FIG. 10-10, the pseudo pattern is a portion determined with different probabilities depending on the type of hit determined in advance),
Each of the first re-variable display pattern and the second re-variable display pattern includes suggestive characters (for example, "NEXT" characters, "NEXT GO!! '' characters) are displayed, then a display (for example, a number display) indicating that the number of executions of variable display of production identification information is the N+1st time is displayed (for example, as shown in Figures 10-25 to 10-36). the production of the weak pseudo pattern shown in Figure 10-40 to the production of strong pseudo pattern A shown in Figures 10-47),
A display mode of a suggestion character suggesting execution of variable display of the N+1-th production identification information in the first re-variable display pattern, and a suggestion indicating execution of variable display of the N+1-th production identification information in the second re-variable display pattern. (For example, the character display style of the weak pseudo pattern shown in Figures 10-25 to 10-32 and the character display style of the strong pseudo pattern A shown in Figures 10-40 to 10-42 are different. display format is different),
A display mode of a display indicating that the number of executions of variable display of the performance identification information in the first re-variable display pattern is the N+1th time, and a display mode of a display indicating that the number of executions of the variable display of the performance identification information in the second re-variable display pattern is The display mode of the display suggesting that it is the N+1th time is different (for example, the display mode of the weak pseudo pattern number display shown in Figures 10-32 to 10-36 and the display style shown in Figures 10-43 to 10-47) (The mode of displaying the number of times is different from that of the strong pseudo pattern A).

Specifically, in the weak pseudo pattern, after the characters "NEXT" suggesting the execution of variable display again are displayed in the production modes shown in Figures 10-19 to 10-36, the variable display of the decorative pattern is displayed. The characters "x2" are displayed to indicate that the display is being executed for the second time. On the other hand, in the strong pseudo pattern, as shown in Figures 10-37 to 10-49, the text "Next GO!!", which suggests the execution of the re-variable display, is displayed in a different manner from the weak pseudo pattern. After it is displayed, the character "x2" is displayed indicating that this is the second time the variable display of the decorative pattern has been executed, so it is difficult to select whether to re-variable display the weak pseudo system or the strong pseudo system. The player can be made aware of whether this is a suggestive performance by the difference in the performance mode, and it is possible to suitably suggest to the player that a re-variable display will be performed.

(3-2) When the revariable display is executed using the second revariable display pattern, the control is performed to the advantageous state more than when the revariable display is executed using the first revariable display pattern. (For example, as shown in Figure 10-10, strong pseudo patterns have higher jackpot confidence than weak pseudo patterns),
The first aspect and the second aspect are both animation display aspects,
In the second mode, the movement distance of the display indicating that the number of executions of the variable display of the performance identification information is N+1 is longer than that in the first mode (for example, as shown in FIGS. 10-25 to 10-36). 10-40 to 10-47).

Specifically, the presentation mode of displaying the number of times in the weak pseudo pattern and the presentation mode of displaying the number of times in the strong pseudo pattern are both display modes using animation, and as shown in FIGS. 10-32 to 10-36, In the weak pseudo pattern, in the appearance display part, the character "x2" indicating the number of execution times of the variable display of the decorative pattern appears from the center of the screen, and then shifts to the center display part and the storage display part. On the other hand, in the strong pseudo pattern, as shown in Figures 10-43 to 10-47, in the appearance display part, the character "x2" indicating the number of executions of the variable display of the decorative pattern is displayed. moves from the reduced-displayed special image toward the front side and appears, and then moves to the center display part and the storage display part. Comparing the appearance display parts of the two, the strong pseudo pattern has a longer distance that the character "x2" moves than the weak pseudo pattern, and the appearance display takes longer, so the strong pseudo pattern's performance is This can be emphasized, and can give the player a sense of expectation that the performance of the strong pseudo pattern has been executed.

(3-3) During the re-variable display, a display suggesting that the number of executions of the variable display of the suggestion characters and production identification information is the N+1st time is displayed at a corner of the display area of the display means (for example, , as shown in Figure 10-36, during revariable display, the characters "NEXT" indicating revariable display and the characters "x2" indicating the number of executions of revariable display are displayed in the corner of the screen. As shown in Figure 10-48, during the re-variable display, the characters "NEXT GO!!" indicating the re-variable display and the "x2" symbol indicating the number of executions of the re-variable display are displayed. (the part where text appears in the corner of the screen),
The display indicating that the number of executions of the variable display of the performance identification information is the N+1st time is an appearance display part in which the display starts in the display means, and a central display part in which the display is displayed in the center of the display area. , and a storage display part that is stored in a corner of the display area and displayed (for example, the center display part and the storage display part in the weak pseudo patterns shown in FIGS. 10-33 to 10-36, 10-44 to the central display part and storage display part in the strong pseudo patterns shown in Figures 10-47),
The animation display from the central display part to the storage display part is common to the first re-variable display pattern and the second re-variable display pattern.

Specifically, the center display part and the storage display part in the weak pseudo patterns shown in 10-33 to 10-36, and the center display part and the storage display part in the strong pseudo patterns shown in FIGS. 10-44 to 10-47. The two characters have the same display mode with the animation of "x2" which suggests the number of executions of the variable display of the decorative pattern, and the weak pseudo pattern and the strong pseudo pattern suggest the number of executions of the variable display of the decorative pattern. Since only the appearance display part is different for the effect of the characters to be displayed, it is possible to draw the player's attention to the effect of the appearance display part in which the character indicating the number of execution times of the variable display of the decorative pattern appears.

(3-4) In the storage display part,
In the first re-variable display pattern, the suggestion character does not remain in the center of the display area (for example, the number display part in the weak pseudo pattern shown in FIGS. 10-34 and 10-35),
In the second re-variable display pattern, the suggestion character remains and is displayed in the center of the display area (for example, the number display part in the strong pseudo pattern shown in FIGS. 10-45 and 10-46).

Specifically, in the weak pseudo patterns shown in Figures 10-34 and 10-35, the character "x2", which indicates the number of executions of variable display of decorative patterns, is displayed in maximum enlargement to cover the entire screen. After covering, when the "x2" character disappears, a background image corresponding to the re-variable display appears from the back side. On the other hand, in the strong pseudo patterns shown in Figures 10-45 and 10-46, after the character "x2" indicating the number of executions of the variable display of the decorative pattern is displayed in maximum enlargement and covers the entire screen, , After that, even after the characters "x2" are removed, a special image including the characters "GO TO NEXT!!", which suggests re-variable display, remains and is displayed. As a result, the strong pseudo pattern can still show the special image to the player even after the storage display is performed, so the strong pseudo pattern is more likely to be revariably displayed than the weak pseudo pattern. can be emphasized and suggested to the player.

(4-1) A gaming machine that displays identification information in a variable manner and can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot gaming state) that is advantageous to the player based on the display result of the variable display becoming a specific display result. For example, in a pachinko game machine 1),
When the variable display mode becomes the ready-to-reach state, a ready-to-reach display means that displays a specific message (for example, the word "reach") related to the ready-to-reach state (for example, the word "reach" by the production control CPU 120) display processing),
The reach display means is
The specific message can be displayed in multiple types (for example, colors),
The specific message can be displayed multiple times (for example, a portion where the word "Reach" is displayed three times),
When the specific message is displayed multiple times, the identification information (for example, a decorative pattern) that has reached the reach state operates in conjunction with the specific message (for example, the reach state shown in Figures 10-37 to 10-39 line performance).

Specifically, as shown in Figures 10-37 to 10-39, when the reach state is reached, a reach line that displays "reach" as a specific message related to the reach state is executed, and in the reach line, In this case, the word "reach" is displayed multiple times, and the word "reach" is displayed in a color determined by the reach line color lottery shown in FIGS. 10-12 and 10-13. Further, in conjunction with the appearance and movement of the character "Reach" on the reach line, the decorative symbol "2" in the reach mode is displayed to move. Thereby, it is possible to suitably indicate to the player that the game is in a reach state by displaying the message "reach".

(4-2) The direction in which the displayed specific message moves is the same as the direction in which the displayed identification information faces (for example, the reach line production shown in FIGS. 10-37 to 10-39). .

Specifically, on the reach line, the direction in which the word "reach" moves is the same as the direction in which the decorative symbol "2", which is in the reach mode, faces, giving the player a sense of excitement. However, it can suggest that the player is in a reach state.

(4-3) Among the specific messages that are displayed multiple times, the display time of the specific message that is displayed last is the longest (for example, the reach line effects shown in FIGS. 10-37 to 10-39);
Depending on the aspect of the specific message displayed at the end, the degree of expectation to be controlled to the advantageous state differs (for example, the color of "Reach" that appears last is determined by the final color lottery of the reach line shown in Figure 10-12). (the part determined according to the fluctuation pattern).

Specifically, in the reach line, among the characters "reach" that appear multiple times, the last character "reach" is displayed for the longest time, and the color of the last character "reach" appears the longest. is determined according to the variation pattern in the final color lottery of the reach line shown in FIGS. 10-12, so the degree of expectation of a jackpot differs depending on the color of the last "reach". Therefore, it is possible to draw the player's attention to the color of the final "reach" indicating the degree of expectation of a jackpot.

(4-4) Among the specific messages displayed multiple times, the display time of the specific message displayed the first time and the display time of the specific message displayed the second time are the same length ( For example, the reach line effects shown in Figures 10-37 to 10-39).

Specifically, in the reach line, among the characters "reach" that appear multiple times, the characters "reach" that appear the first time and the characters "reach" that appear the second time are displayed. Since the times are the same length, it is possible to suggest that the player is in a reach state while giving the player a sense of excitement.

(4-5) When a specific effect is executed, the specific message is not displayed multiple times, and only the specific message corresponding to the final episode is displayed (for example, as shown in FIGS. 10-54 to 10-57) (The part that executes specific reach promotion).

Specifically, when performing a performance according to the strong pseudo pattern A in which a reach line is performed, if a specific reach stimulation is performed in the previous variation, a performance image of the specific reach stimulation is displayed on the front side of the reach line performance image. is displayed, and when the specific reach promotion effect ends and the transparency of the specific reach promotion image reaches 100% and disappears, the reach line effect image located behind it will appear, and in this case, the final reach promotion image will appear. The player can only see the word "Reach" corresponding to the turn. As a result, it is possible to emphasize to the player that the game has reached the reach state due to the specific reach promotion, and to clearly show the player the "reach" corresponding to the final round.

(4-6) When a specific effect that incites whether or not the variable display mode becomes a reach state is executed, the specific message is not displayed multiple times, and only the specific message corresponding to the final episode is displayed ( For example, examples of strong pseudo patterns when executing specific reach promotion shown in Figures 10-54 to 10-57),
When the specific performance is not executed, the specific message is displayed multiple times (for example, examples of strong pseudo patterns when specific reach promotion is not executed shown in FIGS. 10-37 to 10-40).

Specifically, as shown in Figures 10-37 to 10-40, if the specific reach promotion is not executed, the reach will be increased for the word "reach" three times, such as "reach", "reach", and "reach". While showing the line production to the player, as shown in Figures 10-54 to 10-57, when specific reach promotion is performed, three times of "reach", "reach", and "reach" are performed. Among the "reaches", the first and second "reaches" are executed by repeating specific reach promotions, and the final "reaches" are shown to the player. In this way, the interest in the game can be improved by dividing the number of times the word "reach" is displayed to the player according to the reach line depending on whether or not specific reach promotion is executed.

(4-7) The degree of expectation to be controlled to the advantageous state differs depending on the aspect of the specific message that is displayed last among the specific messages that are displayed multiple times (for example, the “reach” that appears last) The color is determined according to the fluctuation pattern in the final color lottery of the reach line shown in Figure 10-12).

Specifically, among the characters "Reach" that appear multiple times on the Reach Line, the color of the character "Reach" that appears last is determined according to the fluctuation pattern in the Reach Line final color lottery shown in Figure 10-12. Determined by Furthermore, in the reach line final color lottery, if a pseudo-connection is not performed, only the color of the last "reach" character on the reach line when the reach mode is reached in one variable display is determined, In the case where variable display is performed twice by pseudo-link, the color of the last character "Reach" on the reach line when reaching the reach mode is determined in each of the two variable displays, and further, In the case where the variable display is performed three times due to the pseudo-connection, the color of the last character "Reach" on the reach line when the reach mode is reached in each of the three variable displays is determined. Thereby, the player's attention can be drawn to the color of the character "Reach" that appears last on the reach line, and the interest of the game can be improved.

(4-8) The degree of expectation to be controlled to the advantageous state differs depending on the combination of the specific messages that are displayed multiple times (for example, the color combination of the word "reach" that appears last on each reach line is , the portion determined according to the variation pattern in the reach line final color lottery shown in Figures 10-12).

Specifically, in the reach line final color lottery, the expectation level of the jackpot differs depending on the color combination of the word "reach" that appears last on each reach line, which is held multiple times. The player's attention can be drawn to the combination of colors of the letters "Reach" that appears last on each reach line played over the period, and the interest of the game can be improved.

[Modified example of characteristic part 087F]
A modification of the pachinko gaming machine 1 related to the above-described feature section 087F will be explained.

(Comparison of the appearance of the number display between weak pseudo pattern and strong pseudo pattern)
In this embodiment, the center display part and storage display part in the weak pseudo patterns shown in FIGS. 10-33 to 10-36, and the center display part and storage display part in the strong pseudo patterns shown in FIGS. 10-44 to 10-47, The display part has the same display mode as an animation of "x2" that indicates the number of executions of the variable display of the decorative pattern, and the weak pseudo pattern and strong pseudo pattern have the same display mode as the number of executions of the variable display of the decorative pattern. Although only the appearance display part of the presentation of the characters suggesting ``is different'', it may be configured as follows.

During the re-variable display, a display indicating that the number of times the variable display of the suggestion characters and production identification information has been executed is displayed at a corner of the display area of the display means,
The display indicating that the number of executions of the variable display of the performance identification information is the N+1st time is an appearance display part in which the display starts in the display means, and a central display part in which the display is displayed in the center of the display area. , a storage display part that is stored in a corner of the display area and displays the display,
Animation displays in any of the appearance display part, the center display part, and the storage display part are different between the first revariable display pattern and the second revariable display pattern.

Specifically, the appearance display part, center display part, and storage display part in the weak pseudo pattern, and the appearance display part, center display part, and storage display part in the strong pseudo pattern, all of which have variable display of decorative patterns. The animation of the characters "x2" indicating the number of executions may be displayed in a different manner. In this way, it is possible to bring out the characteristics of the performance for each pseudo pattern by using different animations, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

In addition, while the weak pseudo pattern and the strong pseudo pattern have the same animation display style for any of the appearance display part, central display part, and storage display part, the animation display style for the other parts may be different. You can also let

(Regarding repetition of specific characters in the character display part)
In this embodiment, when the re-variable display is executed, the expectation of a jackpot is improved, and among the "NEXT" which is a suggestion character suggesting the execution of the re-variable display, "T" is used as a specific character. It was displayed repeatedly multiple times.

However, the specific character to be displayed repeatedly multiple times is not limited to "T", but may also be the first character ("N") of the suggested characters, or a character in the middle ("E", "X"). ). Further, the specific character is not limited to one character, but may be a plurality of characters (for example, "X" and "T").

Further, the suggestion character is not limited to "NEXT", but may be any character that suggests execution of variable display again. For example, the suggested characters may be "next" or "next".

Also, characters that suggest that the player has an advantage or will have an advantage in the future, such as ``chance'', ``extreme heat'', ``development'', ``○○ BONUS'', and ``○○ RUSH'', are also suggested. May be applied to characters. Specifically, a battle performance in which an ally character and an enemy character engage in a battle may be executed as a jackpot preview performance to incite whether or not it will be a jackpot, and in the battle performance, the ally character makes an effective attack. It may also be possible to display characters suggesting "chance" at the time of the event. In this case, the specific character "cha" among the characters suggesting "chance" may be repeatedly displayed, and the sound of "cha" may be repeatedly output from the speakers 8L and 8R. Further, the suggestive characters "○○ RUSH" may be displayed as a title call when entering a state advantageous to the player, such as a variable probability state or a time saving state. In this case, the specific character "R" among the suggested characters "○○ RUSH" may be repeatedly displayed and the sound of "Ra" may be repeatedly output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

Furthermore, in effects that are advantageous to the player, such as effects that suggest execution of re-variable display, specific characters are repeatedly displayed multiple times as in this embodiment, while in effects that are not advantageous to the player, , the specific character may not be displayed repeatedly multiple times. For example, if you execute a battle performance that announces whether or not a benefit will be granted as a final result, and an ally character wins over an enemy character and is notified that the benefit is available, "Shori" will be displayed, and then "Return" will be displayed. '' will be displayed multiple times, but if an ally character is defeated by an enemy character and the benefit is not announced, only ``Hai Ik'' will be displayed and the ``ku'' character will not be displayed multiple times. It may be something. In addition, when a state advantageous to the player (for example, a jackpot gaming state, a variable probability state, and a time saving state) starts, specific characters among the suggestive characters indicating the start of an advantageous state are repeatedly displayed multiple times. When the jackpot game state, variable probability state, and time saving state) are completed, specific characters among the suggestive characters indicating the end of the advantageous state may not be repeatedly displayed multiple times.

In addition, in this embodiment, the effect of repeatedly displaying a specific character among the suggestive characters suggesting execution of re-variable display is executed only with a weak pseudo pattern, but with a strong pseudo pattern The above-mentioned effects may also be performed.

In the present embodiment, an example of the pachinko gaming machine 1 has been described regarding the display of suggestion characters, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, by providing a plurality of variable display sections (reels) each of which can variably display multiple types of identifying information (symbols), and after variably displaying the variable display section, by stopping the variable display of the variable display section. Figures 10-25 to 10-31 show slot machines that derive display results and can generate winnings according to display result combinations (symbol combinations) that are a combination of display results on a plurality of variable display sections. Text display effects may also be applied. For example, when the player wins a bonus or AT that is advantageous to the player, suggestive characters suggesting that the player is advantageous may be displayed as in the character display part.

(About special display)
In this embodiment, a plurality of images including the characters of famous quotes (the characters of "next") are displayed as special displays, but the characters displayed in special displays are not limited to famous quotes. for example. Characters corresponding to other words may be displayed in a special display, such as lines frequently uttered by main characters (such as the main character) that appear in the pachinko gaming machine 1, standard words, words that are well known to players, etc. .

Further, in the present embodiment, the special display effect is performed only in the strong pseudo pattern, but the above-described special display effect may be performed also in the weak pseudo pattern.

(About specific messages)
In this embodiment, the characters "reach" are used as the specific message linked to the decorative pattern, but the message is not limited thereto. The specific message may be any message related to the reach state, such as a character's line, for example.

For example, in addition to "reach", "opportunity", "extreme enthusiasm", "development", etc. may be applied to a specific message. Specifically, when reaching the reach state, "Reach" may be displayed in conjunction with the decorative pattern, or messages such as "Chance" or "Very Hot" may be displayed in conjunction with the decorative pattern. Alternatively, only when "Gekatsu" is displayed, the color of the letters "Gekatsu" in the final round may be displayed in gold, which has a higher jackpot expectation than red. In this way, when the golden "hot" is displayed in conjunction with the decorative pattern, the player can have high expectations that a jackpot will occur.

In addition, in this embodiment, the expectation level of the jackpot differs depending on the format of the specific message corresponding to the final episode, as the format of the specific message that is displayed in multiple times. The expectation level of a jackpot may vary depending on the mode of the corresponding specific message, or may vary depending on the mode of the corresponding specific message in the middle.

In addition, the format of specific messages with different expectations for jackpots is not limited to color, but any format that allows players to recognize the format of the specific message, such as the size and shape of the display of the specific message, can be applied. You may.

(Explanation regarding association of characteristic parts)
Each configuration related to a characteristic part may be combined with a part or all of each configuration related to other characteristic parts as appropriate. Features combined in this way, or individual features that are not combined, may be combined with some or all of the configurations of other features, as appropriate.

The embodiments disclosed this time should be considered to be illustrative in all respects and not restrictive. The scope of the present invention is indicated by the claims rather than the above description, and it is intended that all changes within the meaning and range equivalent to the claims are included.

1 Pachinko game machine, 2 Game board, 3 Game machine frame, 4A First special symbol display device, 4B Second special symbol display device, 5 Image display device, 5C, 5L, 5R Decorative symbol display area, 6A Winning ball device , 6B variable winning ball device, 7 special variable winning ball device, 8L, 8R speaker, 9 game effect lamp, 10 general winning hole, 11 main board, 12 performance control board, 13 audio control board, 14 lamp control board, 15 relay Board, 21 Gate switch, 22A First starting port switch, 22B Second starting port switch, 23 Count switch, 25A First holding indicator, 25B Second holding indicator, 25C Normal figure holding indicator, 30 Batted ball operation handle, 31A stick controller, 31B push button, 32 movable body, 35A controller sensor unit, 35B push sensor, 41 passage gate, 81, 82 solenoid, 100 game control microcomputer, 101, 121 ROM, 102, 122 RAM, 104, 124 Random number circuit, 106 RTC, 110 switch circuit, 111 output circuit, 123 display control section.

Claims (1)

A gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to a player based on a display result of a variable display of special identification information becoming a specific display result,
After the variable display of the special identification information starts until the display result of the variable display of the special identification information is derived and displayed, the variable display of the performance identification information is temporarily stopped, and then the variable display of the performance identification information is resumed. revariable display means for performing revariable display;
Suggestion effect means for executing a suggestion effect suggesting execution of the re-variable display,
The pattern for performing the revariable display includes a first revariable display pattern and a second revariable display pattern in which the ratio of being controlled to the advantageous state is different from the first revariable display pattern,
The suggestion effect includes a character display part that displays, on the display means , a suggestion character that suggests the execution of the re-variable display, and a number display that displays on the display means a number of times that suggests the number of times that the variable display of the effect identification information is executed. including part and
In the character display part in the first re-variable display pattern , a specific character included in the suggested character is repeatedly displayed on the display means, and the number of times the specific character is displayed is determined by the number of times the specific character included in the suggested character is displayed. more than the number of times a character other than a specific character is displayed,
A gaming machine , wherein the number display in the first re-variable display pattern and the number display in the second re-variable display pattern have different animation display modes .

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