JP7427639B2 - gaming machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine that can play games.

2. Description of the Related Art As a conventional gaming machine, a gaming machine that displays a decorative pattern when notifying that it will be controlled in an advantageous state has been proposed. (For example, Patent Document 1)

JP2009-233467A

The probability of being controlled to an advantageous state is high in the special state, and due to this nature, if the period before the decorative pattern is highlighted is made longer than in the normal state, there is a risk that the fast performance will be impaired.

Therefore, the present invention provides a game that does not impair the performance effect by shortening the period before highlighting the decorative pattern that is highlighted when notifying that the special state will be controlled to be advantageous. provide a machine.

(Means 1) In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to the present invention:
A gaming machine that displays a variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot state) that is advantageous to the player,
Equipped with display means,
controllable into a normal state and a special state (for example, a time saving state) that is more easily controlled to the advantageous state than the normal state;
The variable display time of the variable display determined to be controlled to the advantageous state in the special state (for example, the variable period of 7000 ms in the time saving state shown in FIG. 9-22) is longer to be controlled to the advantageous state in the normal state. shorter than the variable display time of the variable display (for example, the variable period of 200000 ms in the normal state shown in FIG. 9-22),
The display means is
Decorative identification information before notifying that the control will be in the advantageous state in a manner that notifies the user that the control will be in the advantageous state during the variable display in which it is determined that the control will be in the advantageous state in the normal state. It is possible to display the decorative identification information in an enlarged manner, and from the start of the enlarged display to the first period before the enlarged display (for example, the period from T1 to T2 in the normal state time chart shown in FIG. 9-23). , it is possible to enlarge and display the decoration identification information at the maximum size (for example, during the period of time chart T3 in the normal state shown in FIG. 9-23),
Decorative identification information before notifying that the advantageous state will be controlled in a manner that notifies the user that the advantageous state will be controlled during the variable display in which it is determined that the special state will be controlled to the advantageous state. It is possible to display the decoration identification information in an enlarged manner, and after a second pre-enlarged display period from the start of the enlarged display that is shorter than the first period (for example, T2 in the normal state shown in FIG. 9-23). period and the period of special state T8, which is shorter than T2), it is possible to enlarge and display the decoration identification information at the maximum size ,
After the decoration identification information is enlarged and displayed at the maximum size in the special state, during the period when the decoration identification information is returned to the size before being enlarged, the decoration identification information is enlarged and displayed at the maximum size in the normal state. shorter than the period in which the decoration identification information returns to its previous size after being enlarged.
It is characterized by

According to such features, there is a high probability that the special state will be controlled to an advantageous state, and by shortening the period before highlighting the decoration identification information, it is possible to prevent the performance effect from being impaired.

It is a front view of the pachinko game machine in this embodiment. It is a configuration diagram showing various control boards etc. installed in the pachinko game machine. It is a flowchart showing an example of game control main processing. It is a flowchart showing an example of timer interrupt processing for game control. It is a flowchart showing an example of special symbol process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control process processing. It is a front view of the pachinko game machine in characteristic part 010IW. It is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a special variable winning ball device in the characteristic part 010IW. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards etc. in the characteristic part 010IW. It is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a jackpot determination table and a small hit determination table. It is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot type determination table and a small hit type determination table. It is an explanatory diagram for explaining an opening pattern of a small winning game. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a variation pattern table in the feature section 010IW. It is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the production control command. It is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the production control command. It is a flowchart showing an example of special symbol process processing in the feature section 010IW. It is a flowchart showing starting winning prize determination processing. It is a flowchart showing special symbol normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart showing special symbol variation processing. It is a flowchart showing special symbol stop processing. It is a flowchart which shows small hit release preprocessing. It is a flowchart which shows processing during small hit release. It is a flowchart which shows small hit closure post-processing. It is a flowchart showing jackpot end processing. FIG. 4 is a state transition diagram for explaining state transitions in the feature section 010IW. 3 is a flowchart illustrating a specific example of command analysis processing. 3 is a flowchart illustrating a specific example of command analysis processing. 3 is a flowchart illustrating a specific example of command analysis processing. 3 is a flowchart showing variable display start setting processing. It is a flowchart which shows production processing during variable display. It is a flowchart which shows waiting processing per special figure. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram for explaining a presentation mode when controlled to a special presentation mode in a first high base state. It is an explanatory view for explaining a performance mode when controlled to a specific performance mode in a second high base state. It is an explanatory view for explaining a performance mode when controlled to a specific performance mode in a second high base state. It is an explanatory view for explaining a performance mode when controlled to a specific performance mode in a second high base state. It is an explanatory diagram for explaining the effect mode when a small hit B occurs during the second high base state. It is an explanatory diagram for explaining the effect mode when a small hit B occurs during the second high base state. It is an explanatory diagram for explaining a performance mode when performing a performance that switches from a specific performance mode to a special performance mode when a small hit A occurs during the second high base state. It is an explanatory diagram for explaining a performance mode when performing a performance that switches from a specific performance mode to a special performance mode when a small hit A occurs during the second high base state. It is an explanatory diagram for explaining the production mode when there is a jackpot or small hit A among the remaining pending at the start of the small hit B fluctuation when the small hit B occurs during the second high base state. . It is an explanatory diagram for explaining the production mode when there is a jackpot or small hit A among the remaining pending at the start of the small hit B fluctuation when the small hit B occurs during the second high base state. . It is an explanatory diagram for explaining the performance mode when a small hit B occurs during the second high base state, and a remaining hold that becomes a new jackpot or small win A occurs after the start of the small win B fluctuation. It is an explanatory diagram for explaining the performance mode when a small hit B occurs during the second high base state, and a remaining hold that becomes a new jackpot or small win A occurs after the start of the small win B fluctuation. It is an explanatory diagram for explaining the performance mode when the remaining reservation after the end of the first high base state becomes a jackpot or a small hit. It is an explanatory diagram for explaining the performance mode when the remaining reservation after the end of the first high base state becomes a jackpot or a small hit. It is an explanatory diagram showing a table of jackpot determination values for the first special symbol and second special symbol and small hit determination value for the second special symbol in the pachinko machine 1 of characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY. It is an explanatory diagram showing a table showing judgment values of the jackpot type and the small hit type in the pachinko machine 1 of the characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY. It is an explanatory diagram showing a table regarding variation patterns when variably displaying the first special symbol and the second special symbol. It is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the production control command sent to CPU120 for production control. It is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the production control command sent to CPU120 for production control. It is a flowchart showing an example of special symbol process processing in characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY. It is a flowchart showing the starting prize winning determination process (step 010IWS101). It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart showing special symbol stop processing. It is a flowchart which shows small hit closure post-processing. It is a flowchart showing jackpot end processing. It is an explanatory view showing an example of a performance when a super reach α performance is executed after the variable display of decorative symbols becomes a reach state in a normal state. It is an explanatory diagram showing an example of performance until the game medium is won in the second starting prize opening and the variable display is executed until the small winning state is controlled while the game medium is controlled to be in the high base state. It is an explanatory diagram showing an example of performance when the special winning opening is opened and controlled to a small winning state in a high base state. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a performance when a performance of “bow and arrow chance” is executed. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a performance until a relief performance is executed based on reception of a variation pattern command corresponding to a variation pattern PE1-3. It is an explanatory view showing a comparison between a case where a 3-count effect is executed and a case where a bow and arrow chance is executed. It is an explanatory diagram showing the timing at which definitive notification is executed in a 3-count performance when controlled to a jackpot state in which a high base state is given. It is an explanatory diagram showing a pattern in which a decorative pattern “666” is displayed as a jackpot display result in a normal state. It is an explanatory diagram showing a pattern in which a decorative pattern “666” is displayed as a jackpot display result in a high base state. It is an explanatory view showing different output sounds depending on the number when displaying the decorative symbol “666” as a jackpot display result in a high base state. It is an explanatory view showing a comparison of expansion periods of decorative symbols in a normal state and a high base state. It is an explanatory diagram showing a comparison of a period before the enlarged display of decorative symbols in a normal state and a high base state. It is an explanatory diagram showing a performance execution period of a 3-count performance and a change in performance mode. It is an explanatory diagram showing a pattern of three count performance. It is an explanatory diagram showing a table about a 3 count performance selection pattern. It is an explanatory diagram showing a gathering performance in which when executed after the 3-count performance, it is controlled to a jackpot state and it is confirmed that the high base state continues.

(Characteristic part 1144SKY form) The gaming machine of form 1-1 is
A gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state (jackpot state) advantageous to a player,
Equipped with a performance execution means (for example, a performance control CPU 120, etc.) capable of executing a performance,
After being controlled to the advantageous state, it is possible to control to a special state (for example, a high base state) that is easier to control to the advantageous state than a normal state,
The advantageous state includes a first advantageous state (for example, small win A shown in FIG. 9-2) that is controlled to the special state after being controlled to the advantageous state, and A second advantageous state (for example, small win B shown in FIG. 9-2) that is not controlled by the special state,
The performance execution means is
In the special state, the first performance (3 count performance shown in FIGS. 9-13(C) to 9-13(E)) can be performed,
In the special state, the second effect (bow and arrow chance shown in FIGS. 9-15(A) to 9-15(D)) can be executed,
In the special state, if it is determined to be controlled to the first advantageous state, either the first effect or the second effect can be performed,
In the special state, if it is determined to be controlled to the second advantageous state, the second performance can be performed, but the first performance cannot be performed,
In the special state, if it is determined not to control to either the first advantageous state or the second advantageous state, the first effect can be executed, but the second effect cannot be executed. can be,
In the special state, when it is determined that the first advantageous state is controlled, the execution rate of the second performance is higher than that of the first performance (the variation shown in FIG. 9-3 (D) In terms of pattern selection ratio, the percentage of execution of small hit A is higher for PC3-2 than for PC3-6.)
It is characterized by

According to such a feature, since there is a high proportion of announcements that the continuation will be made in the notification performance after the first performance, there is an increased opportunity to provoke the player, and the feeling of excitement as to whether or not the special state will continue even after the advantageous state is increased. can be increased.

The gaming machine of Embodiment 1-2 is the gaming machine described in Embodiment 1-1, and is capable of executing a notification performance after the first performance, and in the notification performance, there are multiple periods for notifying whether the special state will continue. , the period during which it is announced that the special state will continue is the first notification period (for example, as shown in FIGS. 9-14(C) to 9-14(H), if you win in FIG. 9-14(G) 9-16 (A) to 9-16 (C ), as shown in Figure 9-16 (C), the victory is shown and the continuation is confirmed. A third notification period to notify that the continuation is confirmed as an effect (for example, after announcing the unsuccessful result in Figure 9-16 (F) as shown in Figures 9-16 (D) to 9-16 (G)) , the period for notifying that the continuation of the special state has been confirmed in Figure 9-16 (G)), and when the special state continues, the continuation is confirmed in the third notification period rather than the second notification period. A high percentage of
It is characterized by

According to such a feature, since there is a high probability that continuation will be announced in the latter half of the notification performance, it is possible to keep the player's sense of anticipation until the end of the notification performance.

The gaming machine of Form 1-3 is the gaming machine described in Form 1-1,
The execution period of the first effect (for example, the countdown effect shown in FIGS. 9-13(C) to (E)) is at least the first period (for example, the part displaying the count "3" shown in FIG. 9-13(C)). ), a second period that takes place after the first period (for example, the part that displays the count "2" shown in Figure 9-13(D)), and a third period that takes place after the second period (for example, the part that displays the count "2" shown in Figure 9-13(D)). 9-13 (E)), and the execution period from the first period to the third period is the normal mode (for example, the part that displays the count "1" as shown in Figure 9-17). There is a special mode (for example, a 3-count effect of 10,000 ms, which is omitted in the illustration) that has a longer execution period than the normal mode (for example, a 3-count effect of 10,000 ms), and the special mode has a longer execution period than the normal mode. It is easier to control the advantageous state when executed by
It is characterized by

According to such a feature, unlike the normal first performance, the first performance can draw more attention from the player.

The gaming machine of form 1-4 is a modification of form 1-1,
In a performance where a special state (for example, a high base state) continues, a notification performance that can be executed after the first performance (for example, as shown in Figure 9-14, in a high base state, the high base state will continue next time as well) a second performance (for example, the bow and arrow chance shown in Figure 9-15), and a third performance that can be executed after the first performance (for example, the "Aim for V" shown in Figure 9-27). If it is executed in a gathering performance that is executed during a "period", there is a next high base state), and the notification performance has a higher execution rate than the second performance and the third performance,
It is characterized by

According to these features, it is possible to reassure the player by increasing the number of performance patterns in which the special state is confirmed, and by increasing the number of patterns that notify continuation through the notification performance, the next special state can be predicted. It is also possible to have fun while inciting whether it will be controlled or continue to be in a normal state.

The gaming machine of Form 1-5 is the gaming machine according to any one of Forms 1-1 to 1-4,
The performance execution period of the second performance (for example, the bow and arrow chance shown in FIG. 9-15) is the same as the first performance (for example, the 3-count performance shown in FIGS. 9-13(C) to 9-13(E)). The execution period is longer than the production execution period of
It is characterized by

According to such a feature, the second effect can be controlled to an advantageous state or variably displayed in a special state again, so even if the second effect is executed, it is not controlled to the normal state. Therefore, it is possible to increase the player's sense of elation by taking time to encourage the player to be controlled to an advantageous state.

(SKY1145SKY form) The gaming machine of form 2-1 is
A gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to a player,
Equipped with a performance execution means (for example, a performance control CPU 120, etc.) capable of executing a performance,
After being controlled to the advantageous state, it is possible to control to a special state (for example, a high base state) that is easier to control to the advantageous state than a normal state,
The advantageous state includes a first advantageous state (for example, small win A shown in FIG. 9-2) that is controlled to the special state after being controlled to the advantageous state, and A second advantageous state (for example, small win B shown in FIG. 9-2) that is not controlled by the special state,
The performance execution means is
In the special state, the first performance (for example, the default 3 count performance shown in FIG. 9-24(A)) can be executed,
In the special state, a second performance (for example, FIGS. 9-25(D) to 9-25(F)) that has a higher expectation of being controlled to the first advantageous state than when the first performance is executed. It is possible to perform a 3-count production of the chance-up pattern),
During the first advantageous state, a normal pattern (for example, as shown in FIGS. 9-14(C) to 9-14(H), it is announced that the time-saving state will continue by defeating the enemy character in a battle performance during the round. After once informing that the pattern is different from the normal pattern and will not be controlled by the special state (for example, after displaying the result display screen shown in FIG. 9-16(F)), A relief pattern that notifies that the special state will be controlled (for example, after being defeated by an enemy character in the battle production shown in Figures 9-16 (D) to 9-16 (G) and once displaying the result display screen) , a pattern in which a rescue performance is executed to notify that the time saving state will continue), and a performance to notify that the first advantageous state will be controlled to the special state after the end of the first advantageous state is executed. It is possible and
During the second advantageous state, after the end of the second advantageous state, it is possible to perform an effect to notify that the special state will not be controlled;
The case where it is decided to be controlled to the first advantageous state and goes through the first effect is better than the case where it is decided to be controlled to the first advantageous state and goes through the second effect. 1. The execution rate of the relief pattern in an advantageous state is high (for example, as shown in Figure 9-3 (D), the rate of execution of the rescue pattern after performing the default 3 count effect is 3 with chance up). (This is higher than the ratio of performing a relief performance after performing a count performance.)
It is characterized by

According to these features, by executing the first performance in which it is not known whether the control will be controlled in an advantageous state and the second performance in which it is certain that the control will be controlled in an advantageous state, the performance configuration can be simplified and the performance can be made light. However, by making the occurrence rate of the relief pattern from the first effect higher than the relief pattern from the second effect, the appearance of the first effect and the second effect can be maintained, and the advantageous state can be changed from an advantageous state to the next advantageous state. It is possible to lengthen the period until it is controlled, and it is possible to suppress gambling tendencies.

The gaming machine of Form 2-2 is the gaming machine described in Form 2-1,
After once notifying that the special state is not controlled, a relief pattern that notifies that the special state is being controlled (for example, after the 3-count effect shown in FIGS. 9-16(D) to 9-16(G)) The first performance (for example, in Figure 9- As shown in 14(C) to FIG. 9-14(G), there is a high rate of execution of the performance pattern (which informs that the high base state will continue during the round performance after the 3-count performance).
It is characterized by

According to these features, even if the number of times the game is controlled to an advantageous state increases, multiple patterns are selected while emphasizing the speed of ball discharging, so the production time can be adjusted and the gambling nature can be suppressed. can.

The gaming machine of Embodiment 2-3 is the gaming machine described in Embodiments 2-1 to 2-2,
The second pattern (for example, as shown in FIG. 9-24(B), a performance pattern that notifies that the high base state will continue during the round performance after the 3-count performance of the chance up pattern) 1 pattern (for example, as shown in Figures 9-14 (C) to 9-14 (G), a performance pattern that notifies that the high base state will continue during the round performance after the 3-count performance) is executed. A high percentage of
It is characterized by

According to such a feature, it is possible to make the player emphasize the ball dispensing speed when controlled to an advantageous state.

(SKY1146SKY form) The gaming machine of form 3-1 is
A gaming machine that displays a variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot state) that is advantageous to the player,
Equipped with display means,
controllable into a normal state and a special state (for example, a time saving state) that is more easily controlled to the advantageous state than the normal state;
The variable display time of the variable display determined to be controlled to the advantageous state in the special state (for example, the variable period of 7000 ms in the time saving state shown in FIG. 9-22) is longer to be controlled to the advantageous state in the normal state. shorter than the variable display time of the variable display (for example, the variable period of 200000 ms in the normal state shown in FIG. 9-22),
The display means is
During the variable display in which it is determined to be controlled to the advantageous state in the normal state, decoration identification information may be enlarged and displayed over a first period in a manner that notifies that the control is to be controlled to the advantageous state. possible (for example, the decorative pattern maximum enlargement period of time chart T3 in the normal state shown in FIG. 9-23),
Decoration identification in a manner that notifies that the control is to be controlled to the advantageous state over a second period that is longer than the first period during the variable display in which it is determined that the special state is to be controlled to the advantageous state. It is possible to display the information in an enlarged manner (for example, during the maximum enlargement period of the decorative symbol of the time chart T9 in the time saving state shown in FIG. 9-23), and during the second period, the normal state is controlled to the advantageous state. The decoration identification information is enlarged and displayed with a special operation that is not accompanied when the decoration identification information is enlarged during the variable display for which it has been decided that the (This indicates the state in which the display is vibrating when displayed.)
It is characterized by

According to this feature, in a special state where the fluctuation time is short, it is easy to be controlled to an advantageous state, so there is no need to use decoration identification information to excite it. Decorative identification information can be emphasized to the player by extending the time for which the identification information is enlarged and displayed and vibrating.

The gaming machine of Form 3-2 is the gaming machine described in Form 3-1,
The display positions of the decorative identification information displayed when notifying that the jackpot state is controlled in the normal state (for example, as shown in Figure 9-19 (C), the left, middle, and right decorative patterns are The display position of the decoration identification information displayed when notifying that the jackpot state is controlled in the special state (for example, the left side as shown in Figure 9-20 (B)) , the middle and right decorative patterns overlap and are enlarged) are different,
It is characterized by

According to such a feature, it is possible to emphasize the decoration identification information to the player.

The gaming machine of Form 3-3 is the gaming machine described in Form 3-1 and Form 3-2,
When displaying the decoration identification information in an enlarged manner from the period before decoration symbol enlargement in a special state (for example, time saving state), a vibration display (for example, as shown in FIG. 9-20(C), vibration or shaking may be display)
It is characterized by

According to such a feature, it is possible to emphasize the decoration identification information to the player.

The gaming machine of Form 3-4 is the gaming machine described in Forms 3-1 to 3-3,
The display mode of the decoration identification information displayed when the control is in the normal state (for example, the decoration pattern with the ally character shown in Figures 9-19(A) to 9-19(F)) and the special The display mode of the decoration identification information displayed when the state is controlled by the state (for example, the decoration patterns in which ally characters are not depicted as shown in FIGS. 9-20(A) to 9-20(F)) is at least one. The parts have a common display format (the format of the numbers in the decorative pattern is the same),
It is characterized by

According to such a feature, when the decoration identification information is highlighted in the special state, it is possible to make it easier for the player to visually recognize the decoration identification information.

(SKY1147SKY form) The gaming machine of form 4-1 is
A gaming machine that displays a variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot state) that is advantageous to the player,
Equipped with display means,
controllable into a normal state and a special state (for example, a time saving state) that is more easily controlled to the advantageous state than the normal state;
The variable display time of the variable display determined to be controlled to the advantageous state in the special state (for example, the variable period of 7000 ms in the time saving state shown in FIG. 9-22) is longer to be controlled to the advantageous state in the normal state. shorter than the variable display time of the variable display (for example, the variable period of 200000 ms in the normal state shown in FIG. 9-22),
The display means is
During the variable display in which it is determined to be controlled to the advantageous state in the normal state, decoration identification information may be enlarged and displayed in a manner that notifies that the control is to be controlled to the advantageous state, and the display is enlarged. It is possible to enlarge and display the decoration identification information at the maximum size from the start of the first period (for example, the period from T1 to T2 in the normal state time chart shown in FIG. 9-23). (For example, the period of time chart T3 in the normal state shown in FIG. 9-23),
During the variable display in which it is determined to be controlled to the advantageous state in the special state, the decoration identification information can be enlarged and displayed in a manner that notifies that the control is to be controlled to the advantageous state, and the display is enlarged. From the start of , after a second pre-enlargement display period shorter than the first period (for example, the period T2 in the normal state and the period T8 in the special state shorter than T2 shown in FIG. 9-23), the decoration identification information is displayed. It is possible to enlarge and display at maximum size,
It is characterized by

According to such features, there is a high probability that the special state will be controlled to an advantageous state, and by shortening the period before highlighting the decoration identification information, it is possible to prevent the performance effect from being impaired.

Form 4-2 is the gaming machine described in Form 4-1,
The decoration identification information includes first decoration identification information (for example, "6" placed on the left side of the three decoration patterns as shown in FIG. 9-19(A)) and second decoration identification information (for example, FIG. 19(A), the third decorative identification information located between the first decorative identification information and the second decorative identification information (for example, "6" placed on the right side of the three decorative patterns) (for example, FIG. As shown in -19(A), there is a "6" placed in the middle of the three decorative patterns, and when the decoration identification information is enlarged and displayed in the normal state, the third decoration identification information is displayed on the display means. When the decoration identification information is enlarged and displayed in a special state, the third decoration identification information is displayed in a state where it cannot be seen completely.
It is characterized by

According to such a feature, when the decoration identification information is highlighted in the special state, it is possible to make it easier for the player to visually recognize the decoration identification information.

(SKY1148SKY form) The gaming machine of form 5-1 is
A gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot state) that is advantageous to a player,
Equipped with a performance execution means (for example, a performance control CPU 120, etc.) capable of executing a performance,
The performance execution means is
At least a first period (for example, as shown in FIG. 9-24(A), a period in which the count "see" is displayed) and a second period (for example, as shown in FIG. 9-24(A), which is executed after the first period); A), as shown in FIG. A specific effect (a 3-count effect shown in FIG. 9-24(A)) that can notify that the control is to be controlled to the advantageous state can be executed.
The advantageous states include a first advantageous state (for example, small win A shown in FIG. 9-2) and a second advantageous state (for example, small win shown in FIG. 9-2) that is lower in advantage than the first advantageous state. B) and
The specific performance includes a normal mode and a specific mode (for example, a time-saving state) that has a higher expectation of being controlled to the first advantageous state than the normal mode,
The execution pattern of the specific performance when it is determined to be controlled to the first advantageous state is a first period in which the specific performance is in the specific mode in the first period, and the second period and the third period are also in the specific mode. Execution pattern (for example, in "3", "2", and "1" shown in Figures 9-25 (D) to 9-25 (F), the background and number colors are the same as in Figures 9-25 (A) to 9 -25 (C) a chance up pattern that is displayed in a different manner from the default pattern) and a second execution in which the normal mode is displayed in the first period and the second period, and the specific mode is displayed in the third period. Pattern (for example, as shown in Figures 9-25 (J) to 9-25 (L), a chance-up mode different from the default during the period of ``1'' of ``3'', ``2'', and ``1'') pattern),
When it is determined to be controlled to the first advantageous state, the execution rate of the second execution pattern is higher than that of the first execution pattern.
A gaming machine characterized by:
It is characterized by

According to this feature, by making the ratio of changing the specific performance to the specific mode in the third period higher than when changing the specific effect to the specific mode in the first period, it is possible to attract the attention of the player until the latter half of the specific effect. Can be done.

Form 5-2 is the gaming machine described in Form 5-1,
From the percentage of specific effects (for example, the 3-count effect shown in Figure 9-24(A)) in the second period (for example, the period in which the count "2" shown in Figure 9-24(A) is displayed) Also, the first period (for example, the period in which the count “3” shown in FIG. 9-24(A) is displayed) and the third period (for example, the period in which the count “1” shown in FIG. 9-24(A) is displayed). There is a high rate of specific behavior.
It is characterized by

According to such features, it is possible to enliven a specific performance.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

After executing the normal symbol process processing, processing when a power outage occurs, processing for paying out prize balls, etc. may be performed as part of the game control timer interrupt processing. After that, the CPU 103 executes command control processing (step S27). The CPU 103 may set the production control command to be transmitted 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 the game control timer interrupt process is ended.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The variation pattern includes the execution time (variation time) of the special figure game (also the execution time of the variable display of decorative symbols), the manner of variable display of decorative symbols (whether or not there is reach, etc.), and the performance during the variable display of decorative symbols. It specifies the content (type of reach effect, 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 fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern. Then, when the elapsed time after starting the variation of the special symbol reaches the variation time, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "3" and the special symbol variation process ends.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

(Explanation regarding characteristic part 010IW)
Next, the characteristic part 010IW of this embodiment will be explained. In this feature section 010IW, the gaming state is controlled to either a normal state (non-high base state (low base state)) or a high base state. In this example, in the high base state, the average normal pattern fluctuation time is shortened compared to the normal state, and the probability of "hitting the normal pattern" in the normal pattern game is higher than in the normal state. For example, in the normal state, the probability of hitting a regular symbol is 10%, while in the high base state, the probability of hitting a regular symbol is increased to 90%, and the game ball is placed in the variable winning ball device 6B (second starting winning hole). It becomes easier to win. In addition, this is not limited to such an aspect, and for example, in the high base state, the variable winning ball device 6B (second starting winning hole) can be opened by increasing the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B compared to the normal state. It may be configured so that it is easier for game balls to win. In addition, in the high base state, the average fluctuation time is shortened compared to the normal state, so that it becomes easier for game balls to enter the variable winning ball device 6B (second starting winning hole). Good too.

In addition, in this example, in the high base state, the variable display of the second special symbol is likely to be executed, but as will be described later, it is configured such that it can be determined as a small hit only when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed. The high base state is a state where it is easy to be controlled into a small winning game state.

(Board configuration)
FIG. 8-1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in the characteristic part 010IW. In the pachinko game machine 1 in the characteristic part 010IW, in the game area, the first path of the downstream paths along which the game balls flow down is mainly provided in the area on the left side of the image display device 5 when viewed from the front, and the game Among the downstream paths along which the balls flow, a second path different from the first path is provided mainly in an area on the right side of the image display device 5 when viewed from the front.

Hitting the game ball into the left side area (left side game area) of the image display device 5 in order to cause the game ball to flow down the first path is called left-handed hitting. Hitting the game ball into the right side area (right side game area) of the image display device 5 in order to cause the game ball to flow down the second path is called right-handed hitting. The first route is a route in which the game ball can flow down by hitting the game ball to the left side of the game area, so it may be called a left-handed route. Further, the second route is a route in which the game ball can flow down by hitting the game ball to the right side of the game area, so it may be called a right-handed route.

Note that the first route and the second route may be configured as different routes, or may be partially shared routes. The left gaming area and the right gaming area may be separated by, for example, the end face of the image display device 5 or the arrangement of the gaming nails within the gaming area.

When the game ball that is fired from the ball launcher and hit into the game area in response to the operation of the ball operation handle 30 is guided to the left game area, it is guided, for example, along the array of game nails. Therefore, it becomes impossible or difficult to guide the player to the right gaming area. Further, when the game ball is guided to the right game area, it becomes impossible or difficult to guide it to the left game area because it is guided along the array of game nails, for example.

A winning ball device 6A constituting a first starting winning opening is provided as a structure into which the game balls that have been distributed can enter the left gaming area of the gaming area.

The structures that allow the game balls that are divided into the right game area of the game area to enter include a passage gate 41, a variable winning ball device 6B that constitutes a second starting winning opening, and a special variable winning opening that constitutes a special winning opening. A ball device 010IW17 and a special variable winning ball device 7 that constitutes a big winning hole are provided.

In the left gaming area, game nails are planted so that game balls are guided to the winning ball device 6A of the winning hole structure. Therefore, when aiming to cause a game ball to enter the winning ball device 6A, the player only has to hit the game ball to the left. In addition, in the right gaming area, game nails are placed so that game balls are guided to the variable winning ball device 6B, passage gate 41, special variable winning ball device 010IW17, and special variable winning ball device 7 among the winning opening structures. It is planted. Therefore, when aiming to cause a game ball to enter the variable winning ball device 6B, the passage gate 41, the special variable winning ball device 010IW17, and the special variable winning ball device 7, the player can hit the game ball to the right. good.

It should be noted that it may be possible to make it possible for the game balls that are distributed to the right game area to enter the winning ball device 6A, but from the viewpoint of playability, this possibility is lower than the possibility that the game balls that are distributed to the left game area enter the winning ball device 6A. It is desirable that they be extremely low compared to the probability that a ball will enter them. Conversely, it may be possible to allow the game balls that have been hit in the left game area to enter the passage gate 41 and the variable winning ball device 6B, but from the perspective of playability, this possibility is limited to the right side. It is desirable to make the probability extremely low compared to the possibility that the game balls that are distributed into the game areas will enter them.

The special variable winning ball device 010IW17 is a device for determining the V winning of game balls, which is a condition for generating a jackpot when a small hit occurs.

(Special variable winning ball device)
FIG. 8-2 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 in this feature section 010IW. As shown in FIG. 8-2, the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 is provided with a plate-shaped bottom member 010IW17a that is formed as the bottom of the channel through which the game balls flow, and in the small winning game state, the bottom member 010IW17a By moving the bottom member 010IW17a backward from the closed state in which it is moved forward forward, the special winning opening which becomes the winning area is brought into the open state. The game ball that has entered the special winning hole is detected by the special winning hole switch 010IW24.

In addition, in this example, when a game ball enters the special variable winning ball device 7 (big winning hole) and is detected by the count switch 23, 15 winning balls are obtained, whereas the special variable winning ball device 7 (big winning hole) receives 15 winning balls. When a game ball enters the ball device 010IW17 (special winning hole) and is detected by the special winning hole switch 010IW24, three prize balls are obtained.

Further, the bottom member 010IW17a is controlled from the closed state to the open state by driving the solenoid 010IW83 by the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103).

In this characteristic part 010IW, as shown in FIG. 8-2, the game balls that have won in the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 (special winning hole) are further routed through a guidance path provided on the right side of the special variable winning ball device 010IW17. Guided to 010IW01. The guide route 010IW01 further branches into two routes 010IW02 and 03, and the game ball guided along the guide route 010IW01 is guided to the left route 010IW02 or the right route 010IW03. The left path 010IW02 is a V-winning port, and the game ball that enters the V-winning port is detected by the V-winning port switch 010IW25.

As shown in Figure 8-2, a V winning opening opening/closing plate 010IW04 is provided near the entrance of the left route 010IW02 (V winning opening), and when the V winning opening opening/closing plate 010IW04 is in the open state, the guidance The game ball guided to the path 010IW01 enters the left path 010IW02 (V winning hole), and it is possible to win a V prize. Further, when the V winning opening opening/closing plate 010IW04 is in the closed state, the game ball guided to the guide path 010IW01 enters the right path 010IW03 and is discharged to the back side of the game area.

In addition, the V winning a prize opening/closing board 010IW04 is controlled from the closed state to the open state by driving the solenoid 010IW84 by the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103).

In addition, in this characteristic part 010IW, when the small winning gaming state is controlled, the game ball enters the V winning opening 010IW02 during the small winning gaming state and is detected by the V winning opening switch 010IW25, on the condition that, After the end of the small winning game, the game is controlled to a jackpot gaming state.

Further, in this example, the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 is formed with a plurality of regulating pieces that reduce the speed of the game ball flowing down on the bottom member 010IW17a. In this example, the regulating piece is provided in the special variable winning ball device 010IW17, so that the downward direction of the game ball can be controlled so that the game ball flowing down from the upper right to the lower left meander with the movement of the front and back component. change so that the time it takes for its flow to flow is slower than it would be without the restriction piece.

In addition, in this example, as shown in FIG. 8-2, in the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 (special winning opening), a special winning opening switch 010IW24 is provided on the upstream side, and a V winning opening and a discharge opening are provided on the downstream side. Although the case is shown in which the V winning a prize opening switch 010IW25 is provided on the V winning a prize mouth side by branching into the V winning a prize mouth side, the present invention is not limited to such an embodiment. For example, the upstream side of the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 (special winning opening) is branched into the V winning opening side and the general winning opening side, and the V winning opening switch 010IW25 is provided on the V winning opening side, and the general It may be configured such that a special winning opening switch 010IW24 is provided on the winning opening side.

(Substrate configuration)
FIG. 8-3 is a configuration diagram showing various control boards and the like in the feature section 010IW. As shown in FIG. 8-3, in this characteristic part 010IW, the switch circuit 110 includes a gate switch 21, a starting port switch (first starting port switch 22A and a second starting port switch 22B), a count switch 23, and a special winning port. Detection signals from the switch 010IW24 and the V winning a prize opening switch 010IW25 (such as a detection signal indicating that the game ball has passed or entered and the switch has been turned on) are taken in and transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100. The transmission of the detection signal means that the passage or entry of the game ball has been detected.

The solenoid circuit 111 receives a solenoid drive signal (for example, a signal for turning on the solenoid 81, solenoid 82, solenoid 010IW83, and solenoid 010IW84) from the game control microcomputer 100, and converts it to the solenoid 81 for ordinary electric accessories or the big prize. It is transmitted to the solenoid 82 for the opening door (special variable winning ball device 7), the solenoid 010IW83 for the special variable winning ball device 010IW17, and the solenoid 010IW84 for the V winning opening opening/closing plate 010IW04.

(Jackpot determination table and small hit determination table)
FIG. 8-4 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a jackpot determination table and a small hit determination table. Of these, FIG. 8-4(A) shows an example of the jackpot determination table. In this example, as shown in Figure 8-4, the probability is approximately 1/300 whether the first special symbol is displayed in a variable manner or the second special symbol is displayed in a variable manner. It was decided that it would be a jackpot.

FIG. 8-4(B) shows an example of a small hit determination table when performing a variable display of the first special symbol. Further, FIG. 8-4(C) shows an example of a small hit determination table when performing a variable display of the second special symbol. As shown in FIG. 8-4(B), in this example, when performing the variable display of the first special symbol, the small hit probability is 0%. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-4(C), in this example, when performing the variable display of the second special symbol, it is determined that a small hit will occur with a probability of about 17.4%.

(Jackpot type determination table, small hit type determination table)
FIGS. 8-5(A) and 8-5(B) are explanatory diagrams showing the jackpot type determination table stored in the ROM 101. Of these, FIG. 8-5(A) shows a specific example of the jackpot type determination table for the first special symbol. Further, FIG. 8-5(B) shows a specific example of the jackpot type determination table for the second special symbol.

As shown in FIG. 8-5(A), the jackpot type determination table for the first special symbol is based on the random number for type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol. This table is referred to to determine the type of jackpot as either "7R jackpot A" or "7R jackpot B."

As shown in FIG. 8-5(B), the jackpot type determination table for the second special symbol is based on the random number for type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol. This table is referred to to determine the type of jackpot as either "10R jackpot" or "4R jackpot".

"7R Jackpot A" is a jackpot that controls the game to a seven-round jackpot gaming state and shifts to a high base state after the jackpot gaming state ends. When shifting to the high base state, the high base state is maintained until the 99-time fluctuation display ends or the next jackpot occurs.

"7R jackpot B" is a jackpot that controls the jackpot gaming state for 7 rounds and shifts to a high base state after the jackpot gaming state ends. Once shifted to the high base state, the high base state is maintained until one fluctuating display ends or the next jackpot occurs.

The "10R jackpot" is a jackpot that controls the game to be in a jackpot gaming state for 10 rounds and then shifts to a high base state after the jackpot gaming state ends. When shifting to the high base state, the high base state is maintained until the 99 or 4 fluctuating display ends or the next jackpot occurs.

"4R jackpot" is a jackpot that controls the game to be in a jackpot gaming state for 4 rounds and then shifts to a high base state after the jackpot gaming state ends. When shifting to the high base state, the high base state is maintained until the 99 or 4 fluctuating display ends or the next jackpot occurs.

In this example, if a "10R jackpot" or "4R jackpot" occurs during the normal state, the high base state is maintained until the four variable displays are finished or the next jackpot occurs. In addition, if a "10R jackpot" or "4R jackpot" occurs during the high base state, the high base state is maintained until the 99th variable display ends or the next jackpot occurs.

In this example, when the high base state is controlled, there are cases where the number of high bases is as small as 1 or 4, and cases where the number of high bases is as high as 99. A high base state where the number of high bases is as low as 4 is also referred to as a "first high base state", and a high base state where the number of high bases is as high as 99 times is also referred to as a "second high base state".

In addition, in this example, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed and becomes "10R jackpot" or "4R jackpot", the number of high bases will be 4 or 4 depending on whether it is a normal state or a high base state. Although the case where the number of times is 99 is shown, the case is not limited to such an embodiment. For example, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, a jackpot type may be provided in which the number of high bases is uniformly 99 times with a low probability.

As shown in Figure 8-5 (A), in this example, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed and results in a jackpot, it is determined that "7R jackpot A" is determined with a probability of 5%, and with a probability of 95%. ``7R jackpot B'' is determined with a probability of . In addition, as shown in Figure 8-5 (B), in this example, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed and a jackpot is achieved, it is determined that there is a 50% probability of a "10R jackpot", and the 50% It is determined that it is a "4R jackpot" with a probability of %.

FIG. 8-5(C) is an explanatory diagram showing a small hit type determination table stored in the ROM 101. In addition, in this example, a small hit may occur only when the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is executed, so the small hit type determination table shown in Figure 8-5 (C) is based on the fluctuation display of the second special symbol. Used when performing display.

As shown in Figure 8-5 (C), the small hit type determination table for the second special symbol is based on the random number for type determination when it is determined that the variable display result will be a small hit symbol. This table is referred to in order to determine the type of small win as either "small win A" or "small win B."

"Small win A" is a small win that is configured to allow a V win during a small win game, and on the condition that a V win is achieved during a small win game (first round), it is possible to win a V prize during a small win game (first round). This is a small win that controls a round jackpot game state and shifts to a high base state after the jackpot game state ends. When shifting to the high base state, the high base state is maintained until the 99 or 4 fluctuating display ends or the next jackpot occurs.

In addition, in this example, after the jackpot game ends with a "small win A" during the normal state and a V win, the high base state will be maintained until the four variable displays are finished or the next jackpot occurs. do. In addition, after the jackpot game is ended with a "small win A" during the high base state and a V win, the high base state is maintained until the 99th variable display ends or the next jackpot occurs.

"Small win B" is a small win that is configured so that it is not possible to win a V prize during a small win game, and there is no V win during a small win game, and the transition to a jackpot game occurs after the small win game ends. There isn't. However, if a small win B occurs during the second high base state, the second high base state is ended at the end of the small win game, and the state shifts to the normal state. Therefore, the "small win B" is also called a "falling small win" because it is also a condition for ending the second high base state.

As shown in Figure 8-5 (C), in this example, 640 of the 780 judgment values for the type judgment random numbers from “0” to “779” are allocated to “Small win A”. , 140 pieces are allocated to "small win B". As shown in Figure 8-4 (C), in this example, the small hit probability itself is about 17.4%, so the total probability of "small win A" is 17.4 x 640/780. It is about 1/7. Furthermore, the total probability of a "small win B" is 17.4 x 140/780, which is approximately 1/32.

(Opening pattern for small winning games)
Next, the opening pattern of the small winning game will be explained. FIG. 8-6 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the opening pattern of the small winning game. As shown in FIG. 8-6, after starting the small winning game at timing S1, when 8 seconds have passed (timing S2), the V winning opening opening/closing plate 010IW04 is controlled to be in the open state, and then 8 seconds have passed. The open state of the V winning opening opening/closing plate 010IW04 continues until (see FIG. 8-6(D)).

In the case of a small win A, 8 seconds is set as the time before opening the special winning opening (fanfare time) from the start of the small winning game until the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 is controlled to the open state, and the V winning At the same time as the opening/closing plate 010IW04 is controlled to the open state, the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 (special winning opening) is controlled to the open state. In addition, as shown in FIG. 8-6 (1), during the period in which the V winning opening opening/closing plate 010IW04 is controlled in the open state, the opening of the special winning opening for 0.016 seconds is performed four times. Therefore, in the case of small win A, the opening of the special winning opening for 0.016 seconds will be performed four times during the period in which V winning is possible.

In addition, in this example, the opening time of each special winning hole in small hit A is extremely short, 0.016 seconds, but as already explained, a plurality of regulating pieces are formed in the special variable winning ball device 010IW17. Since about 2 to 3 game balls are flowing down in a meandering manner on the bottom member 010IW17a of the special variable winning ball device 010IW17, even if the opening time is short, if the bottom member 010IW17a is controlled to the open state. , the game ball on the bottom member 010IW17a can fall into the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 and win a prize.

If the game ball enters the special winning hole and wins a V prize, the jackpot will be won after the final opening of the special winning hole is completed, the closing time of the specified period (interval time) and the end time of the small hit (ending time) have elapsed. Shifting to the gaming state, as shown in FIG. 8-6 (2), the special variable winning ball device 7 is controlled to the open state from the second round to the tenth round.

In addition, in this example, when the final opening of the special winning opening is completed in the small winning game, the small winning game is ended based on the elapse of the closing time (interval time) and the small winning end time (ending time). Although this example is illustrated, it is not limited to such an embodiment. For example, a detection switch capable of detecting game balls is provided in the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 (special winning hole) at two locations, one on the upstream side and one on the downstream side, and after the last closing time (interval time) has elapsed, the upstream After waiting until the number of detections by the detection switch on the side and the detection switch on the downstream side match (all the winning game balls are ejected into the special prize opening), the small hit end time (ending time) is reached, and the small win is won. The small winning game may be configured to end when the end time (ending time) has elapsed.

On the other hand, in the case of a small win B, 3.8 seconds is set as the time before opening the special winning opening (fanfare time), and as shown in Figure 8-6 (3), 3.8 seconds are set after starting the small win game. After 8 seconds have elapsed, the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 (special winning opening) is controlled to be open for 1.6 seconds. Therefore, 5.4 seconds after starting the small winning game, the special winning opening is already in the closed state, and 8 seconds after starting the small winning game, the V winning opening opening/closing plate 010IW20 is controlled to the open state. Even if you do, you will not be able to win the V prize. In addition, in the case of a small win B, the V winning opening opening/closing board 010IW20 does not wait for the end of the 8-second opening time, but calculates the closing time (interval time) and the small winning after the opening of the special winning opening ends. When the end time (ending time) has elapsed, the closed state is controlled.

(Fluctuation pattern table)
FIG. 8-7 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a variation pattern table in the feature section 010IW. Of these, FIG. 8-7(A) shows a specific example of the variation pattern table for the first special symbol. Moreover, FIG. 8-7(B) shows a specific example of the variation pattern table [for normal state] for the second special symbol. Further, FIG. 8-7(C) shows a specific example of the variation pattern table for the second special symbol [for the first high base state]. Further, FIG. 8-7(D) shows a specific example of the variation pattern table for the second special symbol [for the second high base state].

First, the variation pattern of the first special symbol will be explained using FIG. 8-7(A). As shown in FIG. 8-7(A), in this example, when performing the variable display of the first special symbol, if it is out of order during the normal state, the variable pattern PA1-1 (normal Variation), variation pattern PA1-2 (shortened variation), variation pattern PA2-1 (normal reach), variation pattern PA2-2 (super reach α), variation pattern PA2-3 (super reach β) is determined. . In addition, when performing the variable display of the first special symbol, if it falls out during the high base state (first high base state, second high base state), the fluctuation pattern PA1-3 (shortened variation), variation pattern PA2-1 (normal reach), variation pattern PA2-2 (super reach α), and variation pattern PA2-3 (super reach β).

In addition, as shown in FIG. 8-7(A), in this example, when performing the variable display of the first special symbol, if a jackpot occurs during the normal state, the variable pattern PB1-1 is used as the variable pattern. (normal reach), variation pattern PB1-2 (super reach α), and variation pattern PB1-3 (super reach β). In addition, when performing a variable display of the first special symbol, if a jackpot occurs during a high base state, the variable patterns include variable pattern PB1-1 (normal reach), variable pattern PB1-2 (super reach α), Either the variation pattern PB1-3 (super reach β) or the variation pattern PB1-4 (shortened variation) is determined.

Next, the variation pattern of the second special symbol will be explained using FIGS. 8-7(B) to (D). As shown in FIG. 8-7(B), in this example, when performing the variable display of the second special symbol, if the change occurs during the normal state, the variable pattern PA3-1 is determined as the variable pattern. be done. In addition, as shown in Figure 8-7 (B), when performing a variable display of the second special symbol, if a jackpot occurs during the normal state, the variable pattern PB3-1 is determined as the variable pattern. . Also, as shown in Figure 8-7(B), when performing a variable display of the second special symbol, if a small hit occurs during the normal state, the variable pattern PC3-1 is determined as the variable pattern. Ru.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 8-7(C), in this example, when performing the variable display of the second special symbol, if the change occurs during the first high base state, the variable pattern is displayed as the variable pattern. It is determined to be PD1-1. In this example, during the first high base state, a special effect mode is executed, and internally one variation display is executed for a variation time of 300 seconds, but visually it is a one-time variation display. Pseudo fluctuation display (hereinafter referred to as pseudo fluctuation) is performed 10 times during display. In addition, the specific performance content during the special performance mode is determined by the performance control CPU 120 side. For example, in the jackpot variation or small hit A variation, the reach effect is executed in the last pseudo variation, and the winning symbols are stopped and displayed. A similar performance is performed.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 8-7 (D), in this example, when performing the variable display of the second special symbol, if the change occurs during the second high base state, the variable pattern is displayed as the variable pattern. PD1-2 or variation pattern PD1-3 is determined. In this example, during the second high base state, the variation pattern PD1-2 is mainly selected and the production as a specific production mode is executed, and one variation display is executed internally for a variation time of 120 seconds. However, visually, four pseudo fluctuations are performed during one fluctuation display. In addition, the specific performance content in the specific performance mode is determined by the performance control CPU 120 side, and for example, in the jackpot fluctuation or small hit A fluctuation, the reach performance is executed in the last pseudo fluctuation, and the winning symbols are stopped and displayed. A similar performance is performed.

In addition, as shown in Figure 8-7 (D), if the small hit B (falling small hit) occurs even during the second high base state, the fluctuation pattern PD1-3 is selected and the special production mode Internally, one variation display is executed over a variation time of 400 seconds, but visually, 10 pseudo variations are executed during one variation display. Therefore, in this example, when switching to the special performance mode during the specific performance mode, the player can be made aware that the second high base state may end with a small win B.

In this example, as shown in FIGS. 8-7(C) and (D), in the special effect mode during the first high base state, variation pattern PD1-1 is selected and internally a 300-second effect is created. On the other hand, when the variation pattern PD1-3 is selected during the second high base and the mode is switched to the special effect mode, a 400-second effect is internally executed. Therefore, in this example, in the special effect mode during the first high base state, the rate at which relatively short pseudo fluctuations such as non-reach are executed is higher than when switching to the special effect mode during the second high base state. is high.

Furthermore, in this example, as shown in FIG. 8-7(D), even if the small hit A occurs during the second high base state, the variation pattern PD1-3 is selected and the mode is switched to the special effect mode. There are cases. Therefore, after making it seem like the second high base state may end by switching to the special performance mode during the specific performance mode, there is an unexpected situation where the small win returns to A and shifts to the jackpot game after winning the V prize. It is possible to realize a realistic performance.

In addition, in this example, fluctuation pattern PD1-2 is selected even in the case of a losing fluctuation, but since the probability of losing is overwhelmingly higher than that of a jackpot or small hit, the fluctuation pattern PD1-2 is selected relatively. The probability of a small win A is higher when the variable pattern PD1-3 is selected than the probability of a small win A when the pattern PD1-2 is selected. Therefore, compared to the case where the variable pattern PD1-2 is selected and the specific production mode is directly hit and the small hit A is obtained, the variation pattern PD1-3 is selected and the specific production mode is switched to the special production mode and the small win A is obtained. The reliability is higher if

For example, rather than the case where the variable pattern PD1-2 is selected and it becomes a hit directly from the specific production mode and becomes a small hit A, the variation pattern PD1-3 is selected and the specific production mode is switched to the special production mode and the small win is achieved. In the case of A, the game may be configured so that after winning the V prize, the game shifts to a jackpot game with a large number of rounds, and the number of prize balls awarded increases.

Further, in this example, in the normal symbol process processing (step S26), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the fluctuation display result of the normal symbol is a hit (ordinary symbol hit), and based on the determination result, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the fluctuation display result of the normal symbol is a hit (ordinary symbol hit). Control is performed to execute the fluctuating display, but in this example, in the normal state, it is determined that the probability of hitting a common symbol is 10%, and in the high base state, it is determined that the probability is 90%. It is decided that the probability of hitting a common map is . In addition, the CPU 103 controls the variable winning ball device 6B (second starting winning hole) to be in an open state based on the determination that the normal symbol has been won in the normal symbol process process (step S26).

(Game flow)
Here, the flow of the game in this feature section 010IW will be explained. In this example, when the gaming state is the normal state (normal state (non-high base state)), the player performs a shooting operation of the game ball (so-called left-handed hitting) aiming at the left side of the gaming area. In this example, the game ball that enters the left side area of the game area cannot or will not enter the second starting prize opening, and since the probability of hitting a common symbol is low under normal conditions, the game ball enters the second starting winning opening. It is extremely rare for a ball to win a prize, and in most cases a variable display of the first special symbol is executed. Therefore, in this example, small hits rarely occur during the normal state.

Next, when a jackpot symbol is derived and displayed in the variable display of the first special symbol during the normal state, the game is controlled to a jackpot gaming state (so-called initial jackpot gaming state). After the jackpot gaming state ends, the gaming state is controlled to the high base state, and the probability of 7R jackpot B is as high as 95%. 1 high base state) is maintained (in the rare case of a 7R probability variable jackpot A with a 5% probability, it may immediately shift to the 99 high base state (second high base state) at the first hit. be).

In addition, if you immediately transition to the second high base state after the first win, for example, without notifying you that you will transition to the second high base state during the jackpot game of the first win, In the first fluctuating display, we purposely execute a performance according to the same special performance mode as in the first high base state, and after being informed that the first fluctuating display will not be a jackpot or small hit, the second high base state It may be configured to notify that this is the case and shift to a specific production mode. Also, for example, after the transition to the second high base state, the fifth fluctuation display (that is, the one fluctuation display in the first high base state and the number of fluctuation displays corresponding to the fluctuation display for the remaining 4 pieces) is executed. The performance according to the special performance mode is executed until the fifth time, and after it is announced that there will be no jackpot or small hit until the fifth variable display is executed, the second high base state is notified and the specific performance is performed. It may be configured to shift to a mode.

When controlled to the high base state (first high base state), the player performs a firing operation of the game ball (so-called right-handed hitting) aiming at the right side of the game area. In this example, the game ball that enters the right side area of the game area is unable or difficult to enter the first starting winning hole, and in the high base state, the probability of hitting a regular symbol is high (in addition, the second special symbol The variable display of the second special symbol is executed with priority over the variable display of the first special symbol), and the variable display of the second special symbol is executed in the first high base state. In this case, the number of times of high base itself is one, but since up to four second reservation memories (hereinafter referred to as remaining reservations) can be stored during the first high base state, one time In combination with the first high base state and the variable display for the four remaining reserves, the variable display of the second special symbol can be executed up to five times. In this example, since the probability of getting a small hit A is about 1/7 (see Figure 8-5 (C)), if the small hit A occurs during the fluctuating display of the second special symbol five times, the base is high. The condition can continue. In this case, if the small win is A during the first high base of one time, it will be controlled to the second high base state of 99 times after the jackpot game after winning the V prize, and if the small win is A with the balance pending, it is already Since the gaming state is a normal state, it is controlled to the first high base state four times.

When controlled to the first high base state of four times, the number of high bases itself is four times, but since a maximum of four remaining reservations can be stored during the first high base state, the maximum The variable display of the second special symbol can be executed eight times. In this case, if the small win is A during the first high base of 4 times, it will be controlled to the second high base state of 99 times after the jackpot game after winning the V prize, and if the small win is A with the balance pending, it will be already Since the gaming state is a normal state, it is controlled to the first high base state four times.

When the second high base state is controlled, the second high base state can be continued repeatedly as long as a small hit A is generated during the second high base state (consecutive winning state). On the other hand, if a small win B occurs during the second high base state, the second high base state will end even before the 99th variable display ends without V winning during the small win game. Transition to normal state. However, even in this case, it is possible to accumulate a maximum of 4 remaining reserves, so if the remaining reserves result in a small win A, it is possible to return to the first high base state again. If there is no small win A among the remaining reservations, the normal state continues and the continuous winning state ends.

In addition, although the probability is as low as about 1/300, a 10R jackpot or 4R jackpot may occur during a high base state or with the balance pending, and the 2nd high base state 99 times or the 1st high base state 4 times may continue. be.

(Production control command)
8-8 and FIG. 8-9 are explanatory diagrams showing an example of the content of the production control command sent to the production control CPU 120. In the examples shown in FIGS. 8-8 and 8-9, command 80XX(H) is an effect control command that specifies a variation pattern of decorative symbols that are variably displayed on the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of special symbols. (variable pattern command). Note that the performance control command that specifies the variation pattern is also a command for specifying the start of variation. Therefore, upon receiving any of the commands 80XX(H), the production control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to start variable display of decorative symbols.

Command 9000 (H) is an effect control command (display result 1 specification command) (missing specification command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern specified by the variable pattern command is a failure.

Command 9001 (H) is a performance control command (display result 2 designation command (7R jackpot A designation command)) that designates that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern specified by the fluctuation pattern command is 7R jackpot A. . Command 9002 (H) is a production control command (display result 3 specification command (7R jackpot B specification command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern specified by the variable pattern command is 7R jackpot B. . Command 9003 (H) is a production control command (display result 4 specification command (10R jackpot specification command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol specified by the variable pattern command is a 10R jackpot. Command 9004 (H) is a performance control command (display result 5 designation command (4R jackpot designation command)) that designates that the display result of the variable display of decorative symbols designated by the variable pattern command is a 4R jackpot.

Command 9005 (H) is a production control command (display result 6 designation command (small win A designation command)) that designates that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern specified by the fluctuation pattern command is small hit A. . Command 9006 (H) is a production control command (display result 7 designation command (small win B designation command)) that designates that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern specified by the variable pattern command is small hit B. .

Command A000 (H) is a production control command (first symbol confirmation designation command) that can specify that the stop of the variable display of the first special symbol can be specified. Command A100 (H) is a production control command (second symbol confirmation designation command) that can specify that the stop of the variable display of the second special symbol can be specified.

Command B000 (H) is an effect control command (jackpot start specification command: fanfare specification command) that specifies the start of a jackpot game. Command B001 (H) is a production control command (jackpot end specification command: ending specification command) that specifies the end of the jackpot game.

Command B1XX(H) is an effect control command (big winning opening display command) that specifies the display during a round during the jackpot game. Note that the number of rounds to be displayed is set in "XX". Command B2XX(H) is an effect control command (display command after opening of the jackpot opening) that specifies the display after the round (display of the interval between rounds) during the jackpot game.

Command B300 (H) is a performance control command (small win start designation command) that specifies the start of a small win game. Command B301 (H) is a performance control command (small win end designation command) that specifies the end of the small win game.

In addition, although this example shows a case where a common small hit start designation command and small hit end designation command are transmitted regardless of whether it is small win A or small win B, such an aspect is limited to I can't. For example, a small hit start designation command and a small hit end designation command for small win A are sent, and a small hit start designation command and a small hit end designation command for small win B are sent, and whether the small win is A or small win is sent. It may be configured to transmit different commands depending on whether it is a hit B or not. In this case, for example, in the case of small win B, the small win start period and small win end period are shortened compared to the case of small win A, so that the small win game ends in a short period, The small win performance period may be configured to be specifiable depending on which small win type corresponding small win start designation command or small win end designation command is received on the performance control CPU 120 side.

Command B400 (H) is a performance control command (big winning opening winning designation command) that specifies that a game ball has won in the big winning opening. Command B401 (H) is a performance control command (special winning opening designation command) that specifies that a game ball has won a prize in the special winning opening. Command B402 (H) is a performance control command (V winning hole winning designation command) that specifies that a game ball has won a prize in the V winning hole in the special winning hole.

Command C000 (H) is an effect control command (first pending memory number addition designation command) that specifies that the first pending memory number is increased by one. Command C001 (H) is an effect control command (second pending memory number addition designation command) that specifies that the second pending memory number is increased by one. Command C100 (H) is an effect control command (first pending memory number subtraction designation command) that specifies that the first pending memory number is decreased by one. Command C101 (H) is an effect control command (second pending memory number subtraction designation command) that specifies that the second pending memory number is decreased by one.

Command C4XX (H) and command C6XX (H) are production control commands (winning determination result designation commands) that indicate the content of the winning determination result. Among these, the command C4XX (H) is a performance control command ( (design designation command). In addition, the command C6XX(H) is an effect control command (variation category command) that indicates the determination result of the fluctuation pattern or the type of fluctuation pattern among the winning determination results.

Command E000(H) is an effect control command (normal state designation command) that designates that the gaming state is controlled to the normal state. Command E001 (H) is an effect control command (first high base state designation command) that designates that the gaming state is controlled to the first high base state. Command E002 (H) is an effect control command (second high base state designation command) that designates that the gaming state is controlled to the second high base state.

When the production control CPU 120 (specifically, production control CPU 120) mounted on the production control board 12 receives the production control command described above from the game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11, The display state of the image display device 5 is changed according to the contents shown in 8-8 and FIG. 8-9, the display state of the lamp is changed, and the tone number data is output to the audio control board 13. Note that production control commands other than the production control commands shown in FIGS. 8-8 and 8-9 are also transmitted from the main board 11 to the production control board 12. For example, a more detailed performance control command regarding the jackpot game and a performance control command indicating the game state (for example, a performance control command indicating an initialization command) are also transmitted from the main board 11 to the performance control board 12.

(Special design process processing)
FIG. 8-10 is a flowchart showing an example of special symbol process processing in the feature section 010IW. In this example, the starting winning determination process (step 010IWS101) is almost the same as the starting winning determining process (step S101) shown in FIG. Further, the special symbol normal processing (step 010IWS110) to the special symbol stop processing (step 010IWS113) are generally the same as the special symbol normal processing (step S110) to the special symbol stop processing (step S113) shown in FIG. However, in this example, when the small winning symbol is derived and displayed, the process moves to the small winning opening preprocessing (step 010IWS114). Further, when a jackpot symbol is derived and displayed (so-called direct hit), the process moves to jackpot release preprocessing (step 010IWS117).

Small hit release preprocessing (step 010IWS114): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. The game control microcomputer 100 executes the process of controlling the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 to the open state, and changes the internal state (specifically, the value of the special symbol process flag) to the small hit opening process (step 010IWS115) to a value (5 in this example).

Small hit opening process (step 010IWS115): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 5. If the opening time elapses while the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 is open, the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 is controlled to the closed state, and if the closing time elapses while the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 is closed and it is still open. If the number of times remains, the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 is controlled to be in an open state. In addition, when it is time to open the V winning opening opening/closing plate 010IW04, the V winning opening opening/closing plate 010IW04 is controlled to open, and when it is the timing to close the V winning opening opening/closing plate 010IW04, the V winning opening opening/closing plate 010IW04 is controlled to open. 010IW04 is controlled to the closed state. In addition, it is confirmed whether or not the V winning port switch 010IW25 is turned on, and if the V winning port switch 010IW25 is turned on, the V winning prize flag is set. When all openings of the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 are completed and the closing time (interval time) has passed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is changed to the value corresponding to the small hit post-closure process (step 010IWS116). In this example, update to 6).

Small hit closing post-processing (step 010IWS116): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 6. When the V winning flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (7 in this example) corresponding to the jackpot release preprocessing (step 010IWS117). If the V winning flag is not set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step 010IWS110).

The jackpot opening preprocessing (step 010IWS117) to the jackpot ending process (step 010IWS120) are generally the same as the jackpot opening preprocessing (step S114) to the jackpot ending process (step S117) shown in FIG.

In addition, in this example, after a jackpot is determined and the jackpot/small win symbol is derived and displayed, or after a V win occurs during a small win game and the small win game ends, the case immediately shifts to the jackpot game. is shown, but is not limited to such an embodiment. For example, instead of immediately transitioning to the jackpot game, the configuration may be such that the transition to the jackpot game is made on the condition that the game ball passes through an operating gate (which may also be used as the passing gate 41) provided in the gaming area. Good too.

(Start winning determination process)
FIG. 8-11 is a flowchart showing the starting winning determination process (step 010IWS101). In the starting winning determination process, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) first checks whether the first starting port switch 22A is in the on state (step 010IWS1211). If the first starting port switch 22A is not in the on state, the process moves to step 010IWS1221. If the first starting port switch 22A is in the ON state, the CPU 103 determines whether the number of first pending memories has reached the upper limit (specifically, the first pending memory for counting the number of first pending memories). It is checked whether the value of the number counter is 4 (step 010IWS1212).

If the first pending memory number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 103 increases the value of the first pending memory counter by 1 (step 010IWS1213). Further, the CPU 103 increases by 1 the value of the total number of pending memories counter for counting the total number of the first pending memories and the second number of pending memories (step 010IWS1214). Next, the CPU 103 extracts values from the counters for generating random numbers such as random numbers for hit determination, random numbers for type determination, and random numbers for determining variation patterns, and stores them in a storage area in the first reservation storage buffer. Processing is executed (step 010IWS1215). Note that, in the first pending storage buffer, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit of the first pending storage number (4 in this example) is secured and is formed in the RAM 102.

Next, the CPU 103 executes a winning determination process that determines in advance the fluctuation display result and fluctuation pattern when the fluctuation based on the detected starting winning is subsequently executed at the time of the starting winning (step 010IWS1216). Then, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a symbol designation command to the performance control CPU 120 based on the determination result of the winning determination process (step 010IWS1217), and performs control to transmit a variable category command to the performance control CPU 120 (step 010IWS1217). Step 010IWS1218). Further, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit the first pending storage number addition designation command to the production control CPU 120 (step 010IWS1219). Then, the process moves to step 010IWS1221.

Next, the CPU 103 checks whether the second starting port switch 22B is in the on state (step 010IWS1221). If the second starting port switch 22B is not in the on state, the process ends. If the second starting port switch 22B is in the ON state, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the number of second pending memories has reached the upper limit (specifically, the second pending memory for counting the number of second pending memories). It is checked whether the value of the number counter is 4 (step 010IWS1222).

If the second pending storage number has not reached the upper limit, the CPU 103 increases the value of the second pending storage counter by 1 (step 010IWS1223). Further, the CPU 103 increases the value of the total pending storage counter by 1 (step 010IWS1224). Next, the CPU 103 extracts values from the counters for generating random numbers such as random numbers for hit determination, random numbers for type determination, and random numbers for determining variation patterns, and stores them in a storage area in the second holding storage buffer. Processing is executed (step 010IWS1225). Note that a storage area corresponding to the upper limit of the second pending storage number (4 in this example) is secured in the second pending storage buffer, and is formed in the RAM 102.

Next, the CPU 103 executes a winning determination process (step 010IWS1226). Then, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a symbol designation command to the performance control CPU 120 based on the determination result of the winning determination process (step 010IWS1227), and performs control to transmit a variable category command to the performance control CPU 120 (step 010IWS1227). Step 010IWS1228). Further, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a second pending storage number addition designation command to the production control CPU 120 (step 010IWS1229). Then, the starting prize winning determination process ends.

(Special design normal processing)
FIG. 8-12 is a flowchart showing the special symbol normal processing (step 010IWS110) in the special symbol process processing. In the special symbol normal processing, the CPU 103 confirms the value of the total pending storage number (step 010IWS51). Specifically, the count value of the total pending storage number counter for counting the total number of the first pending storage number and the second pending storage number is checked. If the total number of pending memories is not 0, the CPU 103 checks whether the second number of pending memories is 0 (step 010IWS52). Specifically, it is checked whether the value of the second pending storage counter for counting the second pending storage number is 0 or not. If the second pending storage number is not 0, the CPU 103 uses a special symbol pointer (a flag indicating whether the special symbol process is being performed for the first special symbol or the second special symbol). Data indicating "second" is set in (step 010IWS53). If the second pending memory number is 0 (that is, if only the first pending memory number is accumulated), the CPU 103 sets data indicating "first" in the special symbol pointer (step 010IWS54).

In this feature section 010IW, by executing the processing of steps 010IWS52 to S54, the variable display of the second special symbol is executed with priority over the variable display of the first special symbol. In other words, the second start condition for starting the variable display of the second special symbol is controlled to be satisfied in priority to the first start condition for starting the variable display of the first special symbol.

In addition, the aspect shown in this example is not limited, and for example, the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol may be executed in the order in which the game ball wins in the first starting winning hole and the second starting winning hole. It may be configured as follows.

Next, in the RAM 102, the CPU 103 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the number of reserved memories = 1 indicated by the special symbol pointer, and stores it in the random number buffer area of the RAM 102 (step 010IWS55). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the CPU 103 stores each random number stored in the storage area corresponding to the first pending memory number = 1 in the first pending memory number buffer. The numerical value is read and stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 102. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates "second", the CPU 103 reads each random value stored in the storage area corresponding to the second pending memory number = 1 in the second pending memory number buffer. and stores it in the random number buffer area 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 010IWS56). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the count value of the first pending memory number counter, and stores each storage area in the first pending memory number buffer. Shift the contents of . Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates "second", the count value of the second pending memory number counter is subtracted by 1, and the contents of each storage area in the second pending memory number buffer are shifted.

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

Then, the CPU 103 reduces the value of the total number of pending memories by one. That is, the count value of the total pending storage number counter is subtracted by 1 (step 010IWS57). Note that the CPU 103 stores the value of the total pending storage number counter before the count value is subtracted by 1 in a predetermined area of the RAM 102.

Next, the CPU 103 reads the random number for hit determination from the random number buffer area (step 010IWS58) and executes the jackpot determination module (step 010IWS59). In this case, the CPU 103 reads out the random numbers for winning determination extracted in the starting winning determination process (step 010IWS101) and stored in the first pending storage buffer and the second pending storage buffer in advance to determine the jackpot. The jackpot determination module is a program that executes a process that compares a predetermined jackpot determination value (see Figure 8-4 (A)) and a random number for hit determination, and if they match, it is determined to be a jackpot. be. In other words, it is a program that executes a jackpot determination process. When the value of the random number for hit determination matches any jackpot determination value, the CPU 103 determines that the special symbol is a jackpot. If it is determined to be a jackpot (Y in step 010IWS60), the process moves to step 010IWS61. On the other hand, if it is determined not to be a jackpot (N in step 010IWS60), the process moves to step 010IWS63. In addition, deciding whether or not to make a jackpot means deciding whether to shift to a jackpot gaming state, but also deciding whether to make a stop symbol on the special symbol display a jackpot symbol. There is also.

In step 010IWS61, the CPU 103 sets a jackpot flag indicating a jackpot. Then, the CPU 103 determines the jackpot type (7R jackpot A, 7R jackpot B, 10R jackpot, 4R jackpot) corresponding to the value that matches the value of the random number for type determination stored in the random number buffer area (step 010IWS62).In this case, the CPU 103 reads out the random number for type determination extracted in the starting winning determination process (step 010IWS101) and stored in the first pending memory buffer or the second pending memory buffer in advance, and determines the jackpot type. Then, the process moves to step 010IWS68.

On the other hand, in step 010IWS63, the CPU 103 selects the small hit determination table indicated by the special symbol pointer. In this case, if the value of the special symbol pointer indicates "1st", select the small hit determination table for the 1st special symbol, and if the value of the special symbol pointer indicates "2nd" , select the small hit determination table for the second special symbol. Then, the CPU 103 uses the selected small hit determination table to perform a lottery process based on the random number for hit determination, and determines whether or not to make a small win (step 010 IWS64). In addition, in this example, as shown in FIGS. 8-4 (B) and (C), there is no case where a small hit is determined when the fluctuation display of the first special symbol is executed, and the fluctuation display of the second special symbol When the display is executed, it is determined that the probability of a small hit is approximately 17.4%.

In addition, in this example, a configuration is shown in which a small hit may be determined only when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, but it is also low when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed. It may be configured such that a small hit can be determined based on probability.

If it is determined to be a small win (Y in step 010IWS65), the CPU 103 sets a small win flag indicating that it is a small win (step 010IWS66). Then, the CPU 103 determines the type (small win A or small win B) corresponding to the value that matches the value of the type determination random number stored in the random number buffer area as the small win type (step 010 IWS67). In this case, the CPU 103 reads out the type determination random number extracted in the starting winning determination process (step 010IWS101) and stored in the second pending storage buffer in advance, and determines the small winning type. Then, the process moves to step 010IWS68.

Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not it is a big hit or a small hit, and the stop symbols of the special symbols according to the determination results of the jackpot type and the small hit type (step 010 IWS68). In this case, for example, if it is determined to be 7R jackpot A, the stopping symbol of the special symbol is determined to be "3", and if it is determined to be 7R jackpot B, the stopping symbol of the special symbol is determined to be "5". ”, and if it is decided to make a 10R jackpot, the stopping symbol of the special symbol is determined to be “7”, and if it is decided to be a 4R jackpot, the stopping symbol of the special symbol is determined to be “9”. If it is determined to be a small hit A, the special symbol stopping symbol is determined to be “1”, and if it is determined to be a small winning B, the special symbol stopping symbol is determined to be “2”. If it is decided to be a miss, the stopping symbol of the special symbol is determined to be "-". Further, the CPU 103 stores the determined special symbol stop symbols in the stop symbol storage area provided in the RAM 102 (step 010IWS69).

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step 010IWS111) (step 010IWS70).

(Fluctuation pattern setting process)
FIG. 8-13 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern setting process (step 010IWS111) in the special symbol process process. In the fluctuation pattern setting process, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) first checks whether the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "second" (step 010IWS1701). . If the value of the special symbol pointer is not a value indicating "second" (that is, if the variable display of the first special symbol is to be executed), the CPU 103 uses the following table as a table for determining the variation pattern. The variation pattern table for the first special symbol shown in FIG. 8-7(A) is selected (step 010IWS1702).

If the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "second" (that is, when performing variable display of the second special symbol), the CPU 103 indicates that the state is in the first high base state. Check whether the first high base flag is set (step 010IWS1703). If the first height base flag is set (that is, in the first height base state), the CPU 103 uses the second special symbol shown in FIG. 8-7(C) as a table for determining the fluctuation pattern. The fluctuation pattern table [for the first high base state] is selected (Step 010IWS1704).

If the first high base flag is not set, the CPU 103 checks whether the second high base flag indicating the second high base state is set (step 010IWS1705). If the second height base flag is set (that is, in the second height base state), the CPU 103 uses the second special symbol shown in FIG. 8-7(D) as a table for determining the fluctuation pattern. The fluctuation pattern table [for the second high base state] is selected (Step 010IWS1706).

If the second height base flag is also not set (that is, in the normal state), the CPU 103 uses the variation pattern for the second special symbol as shown in FIG. 8-7(B) as a table for determining the variation pattern. Select the pattern table [for normal state] (step 010IWS1707).

Next, the CPU 103 uses the fluctuation pattern table determined to be used in steps 010IWS1702, S1704, S1706, and S1707 and the random numbers for determining the fluctuation pattern stored in the first reservation storage buffer and the second reservation storage buffer. Based on this, it is determined which of the fluctuation patterns shown in FIG. 8-7 should be used (step 010IWS1708). In this example, the variation time of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is determined by determining the variation pattern. Note that after determining the fluctuation time, a fluctuation pattern in which the determined fluctuation time is set may be selected from among a plurality of fluctuation patterns.

After determining the fluctuation pattern, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a fluctuation pattern command indicating the determined fluctuation pattern to the production control CPU 120 (step 010IWS1709).

Further, when the fluctuation time (fluctuation pattern) of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is determined in step 010IWS1708, the CPU 103 sets the fluctuation time data indicating the determined fluctuation time in the fluctuation time timer to measure the fluctuation time. (Step 010IWS1710), and starts variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display device 4A or variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display device 4B (Step 010IWS1711). Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol variation process (step 010IWS1712).

(Special symbol variation processing)
FIG. 8-14 is a flowchart showing the special symbol variation process (step 010IWS112) in the special symbol process process. In the special symbol variation process, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) first determines whether or not it will be a jackpot, if it has not yet been transmitted, and then determines whether or not it will be a small win. Control for transmitting any display result designation command (display result 1 designation command to display result 7 designation command) to the production control CPU 120 based on the result, the determination result of the jackpot type, and the determination result of the small hit type. (Step 010IWS1121).

Next, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the variable time timer (step 010IWS1122), and when the variable time timer times out (step 010IWS1123), the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the variable time timer (step 010IWS1122), and when the variable time timer times out (step 010IWS1123), a symbol for measuring the fixed display period of the stop symbol of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is displayed. A value corresponding to the symbol confirmation period (for example, 0.5 seconds) is set in the confirmation period timer (step 010IWS1124). Further, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a symbol confirmation designation command indicated by the special symbol pointer to the production control CPU 120 (step 010IWS1125). In this case, if the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "first", control is performed to send the first symbol confirmation designation command, and if the value of the special symbol pointer is a value indicating "second" Control is performed to transmit a second symbol confirmation designation command.

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol stop processing (step 010IWS113) (step 010IWS1126).

(Special pattern stop processing)
FIG. 8-15 is a flowchart showing the special symbol stop process (step 010IWS113) in the special symbol process process. In the special symbol stop process, the CPU 103 first subtracts 1 from the value of the symbol confirmation period timer (step 010IWS131), and checks whether the value of the symbol confirmation period timer after the subtraction is 0 (step 010IWS132). .

If the value of the symbol confirmation period timer after the subtraction is not 0 (that is, if the fixed display period of the stop symbols of the first special symbol and the second special symbol has not yet ended), the special symbol stop processing ends. do. If the value of the symbol confirmation period timer after the subtraction is 0 (that is, if the fixed display period of the stop symbols of the first special symbol and the second special symbol has ended), the CPU 103 sets the jackpot flag. It is confirmed whether or not it is set (step 010IWS133).

If the jackpot flag is set, the CPU 103 checks whether the first high base flag or the second high base flag is set (step 010IWS134). If the first high base flag or the second high base flag is set, the CPU 103 sets a high base storage flag indicating that the jackpot was in a high base state at the start of the jackpot (step 010IWS135). Further, if set, the CPU 103 resets the first high base flag, the second high base flag, and a high base frequency counter for counting the number of executions of the fluctuation display during the high base state (step 010 IWS136). .

Next, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a jackpot start designation command to the performance control CPU 120 (step 010IWS137). Next, the CPU 103 sets a timer for time before the opening of the big winning hole to measure the time before opening the big winning hole (fanfare time) until the special variable winning ball device 7 is controlled to be in the open state (step 010 IWS138). Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot release pre-processing (step 010IWS139).

If the jackpot flag is not set (N in step 010 IWS133), the CPU 103 checks whether the value of the high base frequency counter for counting the number of executions of the fluctuation display during the high base state is 0. (Step 010IWS140). If the value of the high base number counter is not 0, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the high base number counter (step 010IWS141), and checks whether the value of the high base number counter after the subtraction is 0. Confirm (step 010IWS142). If the value of the high base number counter after the subtraction is 0, the CPU 103 resets the set first high base flag or second high base flag (step 010IWS143), and ends the high base state. Further, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a normal state designation command to the production control CPU 120 (step 010IWS144).

Next, the CPU 103 checks whether the small hit flag is set (step 010IWS145). If the small hit flag is set, control is performed to transmit a small hit start designation command to the production control CPU 120 (step 010IWS146). Next, the CPU 103 sets the fanfare time (real time) of the small win into the special winning opening pre-opening timer for measuring the special winning opening pre-opening time (fanfare time) until the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 is controlled to be in the open state. In the example, a value corresponding to 8 seconds is set (step 010IWS147). Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the small hit release preprocessing (step 010IWS114) (step 010IWS148).

If the small hit flag is not set (that is, if it is a loss), the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step 010IWS110) (step 010IWS149).

(Small hit release preprocessing)
FIG. 8-16 is a flowchart showing the small win release preprocessing (step 010IWS114) in the special symbol process processing. In the small win pre-opening process, the CPU 103 first checks whether the special winning opening pre-opening timer has timed out (step 010IWS401). If the special winning a prize opening pre-opening time timer has not timed out (that is, if the fanfare time has not elapsed), the process ends as is.

If the special winning opening pre-opening timer has timed out (that is, if the fanfare time has elapsed), the CPU 103 starts driving the solenoid 010IW83 and controls the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 to the open state ( Step 010IWS402). Further, the CPU 10103 sets a value corresponding to the first opening time of the special winning hole in the opening time timer (Step 010IWS403). In this case, if the small win is A, the opening time timer is set to a value equivalent to 0.016 seconds (see FIG. 8-6 (1)). Furthermore, if it is a small win B, a value corresponding to 1.6 seconds is set in the open time timer (see FIG. 8-6 (3)).

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the small hit opening process (step 010IWS115) (step 010IWS404).

(Processing during small hit release)
FIG. 8-17 is a flowchart showing the small hit opening process (step 010IWS115) in the special symbol process process. In the small winning opening process, the CPU 103 first checks whether the special winning opening switch 010IW24 is turned on (step 010IWS421). If the special winning opening switch 010IW24 is in the ON state (that is, if winning of a game ball to the special winning opening is detected), the CPU 103 sends a special winning opening winning designation command to the production control CPU 120. Control is performed to transmit (step 010IWS422).

Next, the CPU 103 checks whether the V winning a prize opening switch 010IW25 is turned on (step 010IWS423). If the V winning hole switch 010IW25 is in the ON state (that is, if winning of a game ball to the V winning hole is detected), the CPU 103 sends a V winning hole winning designation command to the performance control CPU 120. Control is performed to transmit (step 010IWS424). Further, the CPU 103 sets a V winning flag indicating that a V winning has been won (step 010IWS425).

Next, the CPU 103 checks whether it is time to open the V winning opening/closing board 010IW04 (step 010IWS426). In addition, whether or not it is time to open the V winning opening opening/closing board 010IW04 can be determined by, for example, setting a timer when starting the small winning game, and determining whether the time from starting the small winning game is a predetermined time (in this example, , 8 seconds). If it is the opening timing of the V winning opening opening/closing plate 010IW04, the CPU 103 starts driving the solenoid 010IW84 and controls the V winning opening opening/closing plate 010IW04 to an open state (step 010IWS427).

Next, the CPU 103 checks whether it is time to close the V winning opening opening/closing plate 010IW04 (step 010IWS428). In addition, whether or not it is time to close the V winning opening opening/closing board 010IW04 can be determined by, for example, setting a timer when the opening of the V winning opening opening/closing board 010IW04 is started, and starting opening of the V winning opening opening/closing board 010IW04. This determination can be made by checking whether the time since then has reached a predetermined time (8 seconds in this example). If it is time to close the V winning opening opening/closing plate 010IW04, the CPU 103 stops driving the solenoid 010IW84, and controls the V winning opening opening/closing plate 010IW04 to a closed state (step 010IWS429).

Next, the CPU 103 checks whether the value of the opening time timer for measuring the opening time of the special winning hole is 0 (step 010IWS430). If the value of the opening time timer is not 0 (that is, if the special winning hole is being opened), the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the opening time timer (step 010IWS431), and the value of the opening time timer after the subtraction is Check whether it is 0 (step 010IWS432). If the value of the open time timer is 0, the CPU 103 stops driving the solenoid 010IW83 and controls the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 to be in a closed state (step 010IWS433). Further, the CPU 103 sets a predetermined closing time (a value corresponding to an interval time) to a closing time timer for measuring the closing time after opening the special winning opening (step 010IWS434).Then, the process ends.

If the opening time timer is 0 in step 010IWS430 (that is, if the special winning opening is closed), the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the closing time timer (step 010IWS435), and the value of the closing time timer after the subtraction. It is confirmed whether or not is 0 (step 010IWS436). If the value of the closing time timer is 0, the CPU 103 checks whether all the special winning openings have already been opened (step 010IWS437). In this example, if the special winning opening has already been opened four times, it is determined as Y in step 010IWS437, and the process moves to step 010IWS440.

If all of the special winning holes have not been opened (that is, if the 2nd to 10th openings remain), the CPU 103 starts driving the solenoid 010IW83 to keep the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 in the open state. (Step 010IWS438). Further, the CPU 103 sets a value corresponding to the opening time (0.016 seconds in this example) in the closing time timer (step 010IWS439). Then, the process ends.

If all the special winning openings have been opened (Y in step 010IWS437), the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the small winning closing post-processing (step 010IWS116) (step 010IWS440). ).

(Processing after small hit closure)
FIG. 8-18 is a flowchart showing the small winning closure post-processing (step 010IWS116) in the special symbol process processing. In the small win closing post-processing, the CPU 103 checks whether the small win end display timer is set (step 010IWS451), and if the small win end display timer is set, the process moves to step 010IWS453. If the small hit end display timer is not set, the CPU 103 sets the small hit end display timer to a display corresponding to the time during which the small hit end display is performed on the image display device 5 (small win end display time). A value corresponding to the time is set (step 010IWS452), and the process ends.

In step 010IWS453, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the small winning end display timer. Then, the CPU 103 checks whether the value of the small win end display timer is 0, that is, whether the small win end display time has elapsed (step 010IWS454). If the time has not elapsed, the process ends.

If the small winning end display time has elapsed, the CPU 103 checks whether the V winning flag is set (step 010IWS455). If the V winning flag is set, the CPU 103 checks whether the first high base flag or the second high base flag is set (step 010IWS456). If the first high base flag or the second high base flag is set, the CPU 103 sets the high base storage flag (step 010IWS457). Further, if set, the CPU 103 resets the first high base flag, the second high base flag, and the high base count counter (step 010IWS458).

Next, the CPU 103 resets the V winning flag (step 010IWS459). Further, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a jackpot start designation command to the production control CPU 120 (step 010IWS460). Further, the CPU 103 sets a timer for the time before opening the big prize opening (step 010IWS461).

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot start pre-processing (step 010IWS117) (step 010IWS462).

If it is confirmed in the process of step 010IWS456 that the V winning flag is not set, the CPU 103 resets the small win flag (step 010IWS463). Further, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a small hit end designation command to the production control CPU 120 (step 010IWS464).

Next, the CPU 103 checks whether the second high base flag is set (step 010IWS465). If the second high base flag is set (that is, in the second high base state), the CPU 103 checks whether it is time to end the small win game based on the small win B (step 010IWS466). In addition, whether or not it is a small hit B can be determined by checking, for example, whether or not the stop symbol of the special symbol stored in the stop symbol storage area (see step 010 IWS69) is the symbol "2" corresponding to the small win B. It can be determined by checking. If the small winning game based on small winning B is to be ended, the CPU 103 resets the second high base flag that has been set (step 010IWS467), and ends the second high base state. Further, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a normal state designation command to the production control CPU 120 (step 010IWS468).

As described above, by executing the processing of steps 010IWS465 to S468, in this example, if a small win B occurs during the second high base state, the second Exit the high base state and transition to normal state. Note that the processing mode is not limited to the one shown in this example. For example, if the processing of steps 010IWS465 to S468 is executed in the special symbol stop processing, and a small hit B occurs during the second high base state, The configuration may be such that the second high base state is ended and the normal state is entered before starting the small winning game.

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal processing (step 010IWS110) (step 010IWS469).

(Jackpot end processing)
FIG. 8-19 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end process (step 010IWS121) in the special symbol process process. In the jackpot end processing, the CPU 103 checks whether the jackpot end display timer is set (step 010IWS531), and if the jackpot end display timer is set, the process moves to step 010IWS535. If the jackpot end display timer is not set, the CPU 103 resets the jackpot flag or the small win flag (step 010IWS532) and performs control to send a jackpot end designation command (step 010IWS533). Then, the CPU 103 sets the jackpot end display timer to a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time during which the jackpot end display is performed on the image display device 5 (jackpot end display time) (step 010IWS534), and executes the process. finish.

In step 010IWS535, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the jackpot end display timer. Then, the CPU 103 checks whether the value of the jackpot end display timer is 0, that is, whether the jackpot end display time has elapsed (step 010IWS536). If the time has not elapsed, the process ends.

If the jackpot end display time has elapsed (Y in step 010IWS536), the CPU 103 checks whether the jackpot to be ended this time is 7R jackpot A (step 010IWS537). It should be noted that whether or not it is the 7R jackpot A can be determined, for example, by checking the stop symbols of the special symbols stored in the stop symbol storage area in step 010IWS69. If it is the 7R jackpot A, the CPU 103 sets the second high base flag and controls to the second high base state (step 010IWS538). Further, the CPU 103 sets the high base number counter to "99" (step 010IWS539). Further, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a second high base state designation command to the production control CPU 120 (step 010IWS540). Then, the process moves to step 010IWS552.

If it is not the 7R jackpot A, the CPU 103 checks whether the jackpot that ends this time is the 7R jackpot B (step 010IWS541). It should be noted that whether or not it is the 7R jackpot B can be determined, for example, by checking the stop symbols of the special symbols stored in the stop symbol storage area in step 010IWS69. If it is 7R jackpot B, the CPU 103 sets the first high base flag and controls to the first high base state (step 010IWS542). Further, the CPU 103 sets the high base number counter to "1" (step 010IWS543). Further, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a first high base state designation command to the production control CPU 120 (step 010IWS544). Then, the process moves to step 010IWS552.

If it is not 7R jackpot B (that is, if it is a jackpot based on winning V in 10R jackpot, 4R jackpot, or small jackpot A), the CPU 103 checks whether the high base storage flag is set ( Step 010IWS545). If the high base storage flag is set (that is, if the high base state was at the start of the jackpot), the CPU 103 sets the second high base flag and controls the second high base state (step 010 IWS546). ). Further, the CPU 103 sets the high base number counter to "99" (step 010IWS547). Further, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a second high base state designation command to the production control CPU 120 (step 010IWS548). Then, the process moves to step 010IWS552.

If the high base storage flag is not set (that is, if the jackpot is in the low base state at the start of the jackpot), the CPU 103 sets the first high base flag and controls the first high base state (step 010IWS549). ). Further, the CPU 103 sets the high base number counter to "4" (step 010IWS550). Further, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a first high base state designation command to the production control CPU 120 (step 010IWS551). Then, the process moves to step 010IWS552.

Next, if the high base storage flag is set, the CPU 103 resets the high base storage flag that was set (step 010IWS552). Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal processing (step 010IWS110) (step 010IWS553).

Note that although this example shows a case where one high base number counter is provided as a counter for counting the number of high base times, the present invention is not limited to such an embodiment. For example, in this example, since the fluctuating display of the second special symbol is executed with priority during the high base state, only the number of times the fluctuating display of the second special symbol is executed during the high base state is counted. A counter (special figure 2 high base number counter) and a counter (total The configuration may be such that a high base number counter) is provided. Then, in the processing of steps 010IWS140 to S144 of the special symbol stop processing, processing is executed to update the special symbol 2 high base number counter and the total high base number counter, and the value of either one becomes 0 first. Based on this, the high base state may be terminated and the state may be shifted to the normal state.

(state transition)
Next, the state transition in this feature section 010IW will be explained. FIG. 8-20 is a state transition diagram for explaining the state transition in this feature section 010IW. In a normal state that is not a so-called continuous winning state (a normal state with no remaining reservations), the first special symbol is mainly displayed as a variable, and the jackpot (so-called first hit) is 7R jackpot A and 7R jackpot B. There are cases where this happens. As shown in FIG. 8-20, when the 7R jackpot A is reached, the game is controlled to the second high base state (see step 010 IWS538). Moreover, when it becomes 7R jackpot B, it is controlled to the first high base state (see step 010 IWS542).

As shown in FIG. 8-20, in the first high base state after the first hit, the fluctuating display of the second special symbol is mainly executed, and the first high base state remains until the first fluctuating display ends. continues (see step 010IWS543). If a small win A occurs during the first high base state and a V win occurs during the small win game, control is performed to the second high base state as shown in FIG. 8-20 (see step 010 IWS546). . Furthermore, even if a 10R jackpot or a 4R jackpot occurs during the first high base state, although the probability is low, the system is controlled to the second high base state as shown in Figure 8-20 (see step 010 IWS546). ). On the other hand, if one fluctuation display ends without any of the small hit A, 10R jackpot, and 4R jackpot occurring, the first high base state is ended, as shown in Figure 8-20. Transition to the normal state (see steps 010IWS140 to S144).

As shown in Figure 8-20, in the second high base state, the second special symbol is mainly displayed fluctuating, and the second high is maintained until a jackpot or small hit occurs or the fluctuating display ends 99 times. The base state continues (see steps 010IWS539, S547). If a small win A occurs during the second high base state and a V win occurs during the small win game, the control is again returned to the second high base state as shown in FIG. 8-20 (see step 010 IWS546). ). Although the probability is low, even if a 10R jackpot or a 4R jackpot occurs during the second high base state, the control is again returned to the second high base state as shown in Figure 8-20 (step 010 IWS546 reference). Additionally, if a small win B occurs during the second high base state, a V win will not occur during the small win game, and the second high base state will end as shown in Figure 8-20. Then, it shifts to the normal state (see steps 010IWS465 to S468).

In addition, even if the fluctuation display ends 99 times without any of small hit A, small hit B, 10R jackpot, and 4R jackpot occurring, the second high base state is displayed as shown in Figure 8-20. , and transitions to the normal state (see steps 010IWS140 to S144). However, in this example, small win A occurs with a probability of about 1/7, and small win B occurs with a probability of about 1/32, so 99 fluctuations are displayed during the second high base state. There are rare cases where the process returns to the normal state based on the completion of the process.

Since it is possible to accumulate up to 4 remaining reserves during the first high base state or the second high base state, even after the transition from the first high base state or the second high base state to the normal state, there are no remaining reserves. During the period of suspension, the variable display of the second special symbol is mainly executed. When a small win A occurs in the variable display of the second special symbol for this remaining reservation, and a V win occurs during the small win game, the control is again returned to the first high base state as shown in Figure 8-20. (See step 010IWS549). Therefore, even though the state has once shifted to the normal state, there remains a possibility that the consecutive winning state may continue due to the remaining reservations. Although it is a low probability, even if a 10R jackpot or 4R jackpot occurs in the variable display of the second special symbol for this remaining reservation, as shown in Figure 8-20, it will be controlled to the first high base state again. (see step 010IWS549).

As shown in Figure 8-20, in the first high base state transferred due to remaining reservation, the fluctuating display of the second special symbol is mainly executed, and the first high base state remains until the four fluctuating displays are completed. Continue (see step 010 IWS550). If a small win A occurs during the first high base state and a V win occurs during the small win game, control is performed to the second high base state as shown in FIG. 8-20 (see step 010 IWS546). . Furthermore, even if a 10R jackpot or a 4R jackpot occurs during the first high base state, although the probability is low, the system is controlled to the second high base state as shown in Figure 8-20 (see step 010 IWS546). ). On the other hand, if the four variable displays are completed without any of the small hit A, 10R jackpot, or 4R jackpot, the first high base state is ended, as shown in Figure 8-20. Transition to the normal state (see steps 010IWS140 to S144). Therefore, the consecutive winnings state is completely ended.

(Command analysis processing)
FIGS. 8-21 to 8-23 are flowcharts showing specific examples of the command analysis process (step S75). The production control command received from the main board 11 is stored in the received command buffer, but in the command analysis process, the production control CPU 120 checks the contents of the command stored in the command reception buffer.

In the command analysis process, the performance control CPU 120 first checks whether the received command is stored in the command reception buffer (step 010IWS611). Whether the command is stored or not is determined by comparing the value of the command reception number counter and the read pointer. If both match, the received command is not stored. If the received command is stored in the command reception buffer, the performance control CPU 120 reads the received command from the command reception buffer (step 010IWS612). Note that after reading, the value of the read pointer is incremented by 2 (step 010IWS613). The reason for adding +2 is that 2 bytes (1 command) are read out at a time.

If the received effect control command is a variable pattern command (step 010IWS614), the effect control CPU 120 stores the received variable pattern command in the variable pattern command storage area formed in the RAM 122 (step 010IWS615). Then, the variable pattern command reception flag is set (step 010IWS616).

If the received production control command is a display result specification command (step 010IWS617), the production control CPU 120 stores the received display result specification command in the display result specification command storage area formed in the RAM 122 (step 010IWS618). ).

If the received production control command is one of the symbol confirmation designation commands (first symbol confirmation designation command, second symbol confirmation designation command) (step 010IWS619), the production control CPU 120 responds to the received symbol confirmation designation command. The confirmed command reception flag is set (step 010IWS620). For example, when the first symbol confirmation designation command is received, the first confirmation command reception flag is set. Further, for example, when a second symbol confirmation designation command is received, a second confirmation command reception flag is set.

If the received performance control command is a jackpot start designation command (step 010IWS621), the performance control CPU 120 sets a jackpot start designation command reception flag (step 010IWS622). If the received performance control command is a jackpot end designation command (step 010IWS623), the performance control CPU 120 sets a jackpot end designation command reception flag (step 010IWS624).

If the received production control command is a large winning slot prize designation command (step 010IWS625), the production control CPU 120 sets a large winning slot prize designation command reception flag (step 010IWS626). If the received production control command is a special winning opening winning designation command (step 010IWS627), the production control CPU 120 sets a special winning opening winning designation command reception flag (step 010IWS628). If the received production control command is a V winning opening winning designation command (step 010IWS629), the production control CPU 120 sets a V winning opening winning designation command reception flag (step 010IWS630).

If the received production control command is one of the symbol designation commands (step 010IWS631), the production control CPU 120 stores the received symbol designation command in the first available space in the starting winning command storage area formed in the RAM 122. (Step 010IWS632).

If the received production control command is any variable category command (step 010IWS633), the production control CPU 120 stores the received variation category command in the storage area of the starting winning command storage area formed in the RAM 122. It is stored in the storage area where the latest symbol designation command is stored (step 010IWS634).

If the received production control command is the first pending memory addition designation command (step 010IWS635), the production control CPU 120 stores the received first pending storage addition designation command in the starting winning command storage area formed in the RAM 122. out of the storage areas where the latest symbol designation command and variable category command are stored (step 010IWS636). Further, the performance control CPU 120 adds 1 to the value of the first pending storage number stored in the RAM 122 (step 010IWS637). In addition, the performance control CPU 120 updates the first pending memory display (display that allows identification of the first pending memory number) displayed on the image display device 5 based on the value of the first pending memory number after addition. Step 010IWS638).

If the received production control command is a second pending memory addition designation command (step 010IWS639), the production control CPU 120 stores the received second pending storage addition designation command in the starting winning command storage area formed in the RAM 122. out of the storage areas in which the latest symbol designation commands and variable category commands are stored (step 010IWS640). In addition, the performance control CPU 120 adds 1 to the value of the second pending storage number stored in the RAM 122 (step 010IWS641). In addition, the performance control CPU 120 updates the second pending memory display (display that allows specifying the second pending memory number) displayed on the image display device 5 based on the value of the second pending memory number after addition ( Step 010IWS642).

By executing the processing of steps 010IWS631 to S642, in this example, when a starting winning occurs, a symbol designation command, a variable category command, and a pending memory addition specifying command (first pending memory addition command) are stored in the starting winning command storage area. The addition designation command and the second pending storage addition designation command) are stored in association with each other.

In addition, it may be configured to separately provide a first starting winning command storage area corresponding to the first pending memory and a second starting winning command storage area corresponding to the second pending storage. In this case, the symbol designation command, the fluctuation category command, and the first pending storage addition designation command are stored in correspondence in the first start winning command storage area, and the symbol designation command is stored in the second start winning command storage area. The configuration may be such that the command, the variable category command, and the second pending storage addition designation command are stored in association with each other.

If the received effect control command is the first pending memory subtraction designation command (step 010IWS643), the effect control CPU 120 subtracts 1 from the value of the first pending memory number stored in the RAM 122 (step 010IWS644). Furthermore, the performance control CPU 120 updates the first pending storage display displayed on the image display device 5 based on the value of the first pending storage number after the subtraction (step 010IWS645).

If the received effect control command is a second pending memory subtraction designation command (step 010IWS646), the effect control CPU 120 subtracts 1 from the value of the second pending memory number stored in the RAM 122 (step 010IWS647). In addition, the performance control CPU 120 updates the second pending storage display displayed on the image display device 5 based on the value of the second pending storage number after the subtraction (Step 010IWS648).

If the received production control command is a normal state designation command (step 010IWS649), the production control CPU 120 displays a background image corresponding to the normal state (for example, a blue background image corresponding to the sea mode) in the image display device 5. Control is performed to switch to (step 010IWS650). Further, the production control CPU 120 resets the high base state flag indicating the high base state (step 010IWS651).

If the received effect control command is a first high base state designation command (step 010IWS652), the effect control CPU 120 displays a background image corresponding to the first high base state (for example, according to the forest mode) on the image display device 5. (step 010IWS653). Further, the performance control CPU 120 sets a high base state flag (step 010IWS654).

If the received production control command is a second high base state designation command (step 010IWS655), the production control CPU 120 displays a background image corresponding to the second high base state (for example, according to the sunset mode) in the image display device 5. (step 010IWS656). Further, the performance control CPU 120 sets a high base state flag (step 010IWS657).

If the received production control command is another command, the production control CPU 120 executes processing such as storing the received production control command or setting a flag according to the received production control command (step 010 IWS658 ). For example, if the received command is a small win start designation command, a small win start designation command reception flag is set. Further, for example, if the received command is a small winning end designation command, a small winning end designation command reception flag is set. Then, the process moves to step 010IWS611.

(Variable display start setting process)
FIG. 8-24 is a flowchart showing the variable display start setting process (step S171) in the production control process shown in FIG. In the variable display start setting process, the performance control CPU 120 first reads the variable pattern command from the variable pattern command storage area (step 010IWS801). Next, the performance control CPU 120 reads the display result designation command from the display result designation command storage area (step 010IWS802).

Next, the performance control CPU 120 checks whether the winning symbol is being continuously displayed as a decorative symbol on the image display device 5 (Step 010IWS803). If a winning symbol is being displayed, the process moves to step 010IWS811. If a winning symbol is not being displayed, the performance control CPU 120 checks whether the variable display that starts this time is a jackpot or a small win A (step 010IWS804). It should be noted that whether or not it is a jackpot or small win A can be determined by checking the display result designation command read out in step 010IWS802. If it is a jackpot or a small hit A, the production control CPU 120 determines the winning symbol as a stop symbol of the decorative symbol (step 010IWS805). In this example, a combination of symbols in which all the decorative symbols on the left-center right are the same is determined as the winning symbol.

If it is neither a jackpot nor a small hit A (that is, a loss or a small hit B), the production control CPU 120 determines that the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern command read in step 010IWS801 is the variation pattern PD1-3. Check whether there is one (Step 010IWS806). If the variation pattern is PD1-3, the performance control CPU 120 reads out each symbol designation command stored in the starting winning command storage area (step 010IWS807). Then, the performance control CPU 120 checks whether or not there is any symbol designation command that has been read out that indicates that there is a remaining reserve that will result in a jackpot or small win A (step 010IWS808). If there is a remaining reservation that results in a jackpot or small win A, the performance control CPU 120 determines the winning symbol as a stop symbol of the decorative symbol (step 010IWS809). Therefore, in this example, even if the special performance mode is switched to the special effect mode during the second high base state and the small win B is obtained, the winning symbol may be displayed as a pre-read preview.

If the variation pattern is not PD1-3 (N in step 010IWS806), or if there is no remaining hold that results in a jackpot or small win A (N in step 010IWS808), the performance control CPU 120 changes the stop pattern of the decorative pattern. As a result, a losing symbol (symbols other than the winning symbol) is determined (step 010IWS810).

In addition, in steps 010IWS805, S809, and S810, the performance control CPU 120 extracts random numbers for determining stop symbols, and creates a stop symbol determination table in which data indicating combinations of decorative symbols and numerical values are associated. Decide the stop pattern of the decorative pattern using . That is, the stop symbols are determined by selecting data indicating a combination of decorative symbols corresponding to numerical values that match the extracted random numbers.

Next, the performance control CPU 120 checks whether the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern command read in step 010IWS801 is variation pattern PD1-1 or variation pattern PD1-3 (step 010IWS811). If the variation pattern is PD1-1 or PD1-3, the production control CPU 120 determines a production pattern for the special production mode including pseudo variation (step 010IWS812). In this example, in the special effect mode, internally there is one variation display, but visually an effect is performed in which pseudo variations are executed 10 times. In this example, as a performance pattern for the special performance mode, a plurality of various performance patterns are prepared that are configured to execute normal fluctuation, reach performance (normal reach, super reach), and various preview performances in each pseudo fluctuation. Then, in step 010IWS812, a lottery process is performed based on random numbers to determine which effect pattern to use. Then, the process moves to step 010IWS816.

If it is neither the variation pattern PD1-1 nor the variation pattern PD1-3, the production control CPU 120 checks whether the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern command read in step 010IWS801 is the variation pattern PD1-2. (Step 010IWS813). If it is the variation pattern PD1-2, the production control CPU 120 determines a production pattern for the specific production mode including pseudo variation (step 010IWS814). In this example, in the specific performance mode, although internally there is only one fluctuating display, visually a performance is performed in which pseudo fluctuations are performed four times. In this example, as a performance pattern for a specific performance mode, a plurality of various performance patterns configured to execute normal fluctuation, reach performance (normal reach, super reach), and various preview performances in each pseudo fluctuation are prepared. Then, in step 010IWS814, a lottery process is performed based on random numbers to determine which effect pattern to use. Then, the process moves to step 010IWS816.

In addition, in this example, a plurality of pseudo fluctuations are executed in the special performance mode and the specific performance mode, but there is no change in the expectation level (reliability) for a jackpot depending on the difference in the number of pseudo fluctuations. In this sense, the pseudo fluctuations in the special performance mode and the specific performance mode are different from so-called pseudo-runs in which the reliability increases as the number of re-variations increases.

If the variation pattern is not PD1-2, the production control CPU 120 determines a production pattern according to the variation pattern (step 010IWS815). Then, the process moves to step 010IWS816.

In addition, in step 010 IWS815, for example, when performing a change display for the remaining reservation after the small hit B fluctuation occurs and the second high base state is ended, the change to the remaining reservation that occurred after the start of the small hit B fluctuation is displayed. When executing the display, if the variable display is a jackpot or small win A, a performance pattern including a predetermined button performance is determined (see FIG. 8-38(M)).

Further, in step 010IWS815, when performing a variable display for the remaining reservation after the end of the first high base state, a performance pattern including a performance in which the special performance mode is extended is determined (Fig. 8-39~ (See Figure 8-40).

Next, the performance control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the performance pattern determined in steps 010IWS812, S814, and S815 (step 010IWS816). Next, the production control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the process table selected in step 010IWS816 (step 010IWS817).

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

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

In addition, the production control CPU 120 controls the performance devices (image display device 5 as production components, image display device 5 as production components, Control of various lamps and speakers 8L and 8R (as performance parts) is executed (step 010IWS818). For example, a command is output to the display control unit 123 in order to display an image according to the variation pattern on the image display device 5. Further, in order to control the lighting/extinguishing of various lamps, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp control board 14. In addition, 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.

In addition, in this characteristic part 010IW, the performance control CPU 120 controls the variable display of the decorative pattern according to the variation pattern that corresponds one-to-one to the variation pattern command. The variation pattern to be used may be selected from a plurality of types of variation patterns corresponding to .

Next, the production control CPU 120 sets a value corresponding to the variation time specified by the variation pattern command in the variation time timer (step 010IWS819). Next, the production control CPU 120 executes the starting winning commands (symbol designation command, variable category command, and pending storage number addition designation command (first The pending storage number addition designation command and the second pending storage number addition designation command) are deleted, and the contents of the start winning command storage area are shifted (step 010IWS820).

Then, the performance control CPU 120 sets the value of the performance control process flag to a value corresponding to the variable display performance process (step S172) (step 010IWS821).

(Variable display processing)
FIG. 8-25 is a flowchart showing the variable display effect processing (step S172) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the variable display performance processing, the performance control CPU 120 first subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step 010IWS831), and also subtracts 1 from the value of the variable time timer (step 010IWS832). When the process timer times out (step 010IWS833), the process data is switched. That is, the next set process timer setting value in the process table is set in the process timer (step 010IWS834). Furthermore, the control state for the production device is changed based on the next set display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data (step 010IWS835).

Next, the performance control CPU 120 checks whether any symbol confirmation designation command (first symbol confirmation designation command, second symbol confirmation designation command) has been received (step 010IWS836). If any symbol confirmation designation command has not been received (N in step 010IWS836), the performance control CPU 120 checks whether the variable time timer has timed out (step 010IWS837). If the variable time timer has not timed out, the process ends.

When any symbol confirmation designation command is received (Y in step 010IWS836), or when the variable time timer has timed out (Y in step 010IWS837), the production control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to select the decorative symbol. Control is performed to stop and display the stop symbols (step 010IWS838). In this case, when the stop symbols of the decorative symbols are determined in steps 010IWS805, S809, and S810, control is performed to stop and display the determined winning symbols and losing symbols as the stop symbols of the decorative symbols. Further, if a winning symbol is already displayed at the time when the variable display is started (see Y in step 010IWS803), control is performed to continue displaying the winning symbol that was being displayed. Next, the production control CPU 120 sets a value corresponding to the symbol confirmation period (for example, 0.5 seconds) to a fixed production period timer for measuring the symbol confirmation period on the production control means side (step 010IWS839).

Then, the production control CPU 120 updates the value of the production control process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol waiting process (step S173) (step 010IWS840).

(Special drawing waiting process)
FIG. 8-26 is a flowchart showing the special symbol per waiting process (step S173) in the production control process shown in FIG. In the special figure waiting process, the production control CPU 120 first subtracts 1 from the value of the fixed production period timer (step 010IWS8901), and checks whether the value of the fixed production period timer after the subtraction has timed out ( Step 010IWS8902). If the value of the determined performance period timer after the subtraction has not timed out, the process is immediately terminated.

If the value of the confirmed performance period timer after the subtraction has timed out, the performance control CPU 120 checks whether the stop symbol of the decorative symbol displayed on the image display device 5 is a winning symbol (step 010 IWS8903 ). If the winning symbols are being displayed in a stopped state, the production control CPU 120 checks whether the variable display to be ended this time is a jackpot or a small win A (step 010IWS8904). It should be noted that whether or not it is a jackpot or small win A can be determined, for example, by checking the display result designation command stored in the display result designation command storage area (see step 010 IWS618). If the losing symbol is stopped and displayed (N in step 010IWS8903), or if the variable display to be ended this time is a jackpot or small hit A (Y in step 010IWS8904), the performance control CPU 120 displays the displayed image on the image display device 5. Control is performed to erase the stop symbols of the decorative symbols that have been displayed (step 010IWS8905).

If the variable display to be ended this time in step 010IWS8904 is neither the jackpot nor the small hit A (N in step 010IWS8904), the process directly proceeds to step 010IWS8906 without executing the process in step 010IWS8905. In other words, the current fluctuation display is not a jackpot or small hit A, but there is a jackpot or small hit A among the remaining balances, and the winning symbol is displayed as a preview. To continue displaying a winning pattern without erasing the winning pattern.

Next, the performance control CPU 120 checks whether the variable display that ends this time is a jackpot (step 010IWS8906). Note that whether or not it is a jackpot can be determined by, for example, checking the display result designation command stored in the display result designation command storage area (see step 010 IWS618). If it is a jackpot fluctuation, the production control CPU 120 checks whether a jackpot start designation command has been received (step 010IWS8907). In addition, whether or not the jackpot start designation command has been received can be determined by, for example, checking whether the jackpot start designation command reception flag (see step 010 IWS622) is set. If the jackpot start designation command has not been received, the process ends immediately.

If the jackpot start designation command has been received, the performance control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the jackpot performance (step 010IWS8908). Then, the production control CPU 120 starts the process timer by setting the process timer setting value to the process timer (step 010IWS8909), and the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number Control of the presentation device (the image display device 5 as the presentation component, various lamps as the presentation component, and the speaker 27 as the presentation component) is executed according to the data 1) (Step 010IWS8910).

Then, the production control CPU 120 updates the value of the production control process flag to a value corresponding to the production process during the jackpot (step 010IWS8911).

Next, the performance control CPU 120 checks whether the variable display to be ended this time is a small hit (small win A, small win B) (step 010IWS8912). Note that whether or not it is a small hit can be determined, for example, by checking the display result designation command stored in the display result designation command storage area (see step 010 IWS618). If it is a small hit fluctuation, the performance control CPU 120 checks whether a small hit start designation command has been received (step 010IWS8913). In addition, whether or not the small hit start designation command has been received can be determined by, for example, checking in the command analysis process whether or not a flag indicating that the small hit start designation command has been received is set. If the small winning start designation command has not been received, the process ends as is.

If the small hit start designation command has been received, the performance control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the small hit performance (step 010IWS8914). Then, the production control CPU 120 starts the process timer by setting the process timer setting value to the process timer (step 010IWS8915), and the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number Control of the presentation device (image display device 5 as presentation component, various lamps as presentation component, and speaker 27 as presentation component) is executed according to data 1) (step 010IWS8916).

Then, the performance control CPU 120 updates the value of the performance control process flag to a value corresponding to the small hit performance process (step 010IWS8917).

If it is not a small hit fluctuation (that is, if it is a losing fluctuation), the performance control CPU 120 updates the value of the performance control process flag to a value corresponding to the variable display start waiting process (step S170) (step 010IWS8918).

(Example of production)
Next, examples of various effects in the feature section 010IW will be explained. First, the performance mode when the special performance mode is controlled in the first high base state will be explained. FIG. 8-27 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the performance mode when the special performance mode is controlled in the first high base state. In the example shown in FIG. 8-27, the effect screen changes in the order of (A), (B), (C), and so on. Note that this also applies to FIGS. 8-28 onwards, which will be described later.

When the 7R jackpot B occurs in the normal state and becomes the first win, after the end of the first jackpot game, the game is controlled to the first high base state (see step 010 IWS542) and enters the special effect mode. In the special effect mode during the first high base state, the variation pattern PD1-1 is selected (see FIG. 8-7(C)), and as shown in FIG. 8-27(A), " A telop display 010IW30 including characters such as "Special Performance Time" is displayed, indicating that it is the special performance mode. Further, in the special effect mode, as shown in FIG. 8-27(A), a gauge display 010IW33 is displayed on the image display device 5, indicating the remaining period of the special effect mode.

In addition, in the special production mode, as shown in Figure 8-27 (A), apart from the variable display of the decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R on the left center right, the variable display of the small symbol 010IW31 on the left center right is also performed. Ru. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-27(A), the image display device 5 includes a first pending memory number display area 010IW40a that displays the first pending memory number, and a second pending memory number display area 010IW40a that displays the second pending memory number. A storage number display area 010IW40b is provided. In the example shown in FIG. 8-27(A), the first pending storage number is "3" and the second pending storage number is still "0". Further, as shown in FIG. 8-27(A), the image display device 5 also displays a right-hand hitting display 010IW32 that suggests a right-hand hitting operation.

Note that the present invention is not limited to the mode shown in this example, and the small design 010IW31 may be displayed in an inconspicuous manner, for example, by displaying it in a semi-transparent manner.

Also, internally, only one variation is displayed, but in the special effect mode multiple pseudo variations are performed, and for each pseudo variation, the decoration on the left center right corner is displayed. After the symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R are displayed as a pseudo-temporary stop, as shown in FIG. 8-27(C), pseudo-revariation is performed on the decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R on the left center right. Then, when the next pseudo-temporary stop timing comes, the decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R on the left center right are again displayed as a pseudo-temporary stop, as shown in FIG. 8-27(D). In this example, in the special effect mode, pseudo fluctuations are executed 10 times during one fluctuation display.

Furthermore, as shown in FIGS. 8-27(B) to (D), the decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R are pseudo-temporarily stopped and pseudo-re-varied for each pseudo-fluctuation, but internally only once. Since it is a fluctuating display, the fluctuating display of the small symbol 010IW31 in the middle right of the left is continuously executed without temporary stopping or fluctuating again. Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-27(B) to (D), the gauge display 010IW33 is updated and displayed as needed as the remaining period of the special effect mode decreases. In addition, by starting the right-handed operation during the special performance mode, starting prizes will be generated in the second starting winning hole at any time, and the second pending memory number will increase to "2" in Figure 8-27 (B). However, FIG. 8-27(D) shows a case where the second pending storage number increases to the maximum "4".

Next, a performance mode when controlled to a specific performance mode in the second high base state will be described. FIGS. 8-28 to 8-30 are explanatory diagrams for explaining the production mode when controlled to the specific production mode in the second high base state.

During the second high base state, it becomes a specific performance mode. In the specific production mode during the second high base state, the variation pattern PD1-2 is mainly selected (see FIG. 8-7(D)), and as shown in FIG. 8-28(A), the image display device 5 displays A telop display 010IW34 including characters such as "Specific Performance Time" is displayed, suggesting that the mode is a specific performance mode.

In addition, in the specific production mode, as shown in Figure 8-28 (A), apart from the variable display of the decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R on the left center right, the variable display of the small symbol 010IW31 on the left center right is also performed. Ru. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-28(A), the image display device 5 includes a first pending memory number display area 010IW40a that displays the first pending memory number, and a second pending memory number display area 010IW40a that displays the second pending memory number. A storage number display area 010IW40b is provided. In the example shown in FIG. 8-28(A), the first pending memory number is "3" and the second pending memory number is already the maximum "4". Further, as shown in FIG. 8-28(A), the image display device 5 also displays a right-hand hitting display 010IW32 that suggests a right-hand hitting operation.

Also, internally, only one variation is displayed, but in the specific production mode multiple pseudo-variations are executed, and for each pseudo-variation, as shown in Figure 8-28 (B), the decoration on the left center right After the symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R are displayed as a pseudo-temporary stop, as shown in FIG. 8-28(C), pseudo-revariation is performed on the decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R on the left center right. Although the example shown in FIG. 8-28 is illustrated in a simplified manner, in this example, in the specific effect mode, four pseudo fluctuations are executed during one fluctuation display.

In addition, as shown in Figures 8-28 (B) and (C), the decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R are pseudo-temporarily stopped and pseudo-re-varied for each pseudo-fluctuation, but internally only once. Since it is a fluctuating display, the fluctuating display of the small symbol 010IW31 in the middle right of the left is continuously executed without temporary stopping or fluctuating again.

Next, for example, if an effect pattern is selected in which a shutter effect is executed in the last pseudo variation during one variation display, when the timing for executing the shutter effect comes, the timing is as shown in FIG. 8-28 (D). Then, in the image display device 5, an effect is performed in which the shutter images 010IW 35a, 35b are closed from above and below.

Next, in the case of a jackpot fluctuation or a small hit A fluctuation, as shown in FIG. 8-29(E), an effect is performed on the image display device 5 in such a manner that the upper and lower shutter images 010IW35a, 35b are opened. , as shown in FIG. 8-29(F), the character display 010IW36 of "blessing" is displayed on the image display device 5 after the shutter is opened. Then, when the symbol confirmation period comes, the winning symbols (in this example, the combination of "666" symbols) are stopped and displayed as decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R on the left center right, as shown in Figure 8-29 (G). At the same time, the winning symbol (in this example, a combination of "666" symbols) is stopped and displayed as the small symbol 010IW31 on the left center right.

In addition, in this example, when the fluctuation occurs during the second high base state, the losing symbol is stopped and displayed approximately at the last pseudo fluctuation, and the second high base state continues as it is, but the second high base state continues. Even if it misses during the base state, the shutter effect may be executed with a low probability.

When the shutter effect is executed due to deviation fluctuation, as shown in FIG. As shown in 8-30(F), the character display 010IW46 of "Continue!" is displayed on the image display device 5 after the shutter is opened. Then, when the symbol confirmation period comes, as shown in Figure 8-30 (G), the missed symbols are stopped and displayed as decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R on the left middle right, and the missed symbols are displayed as small symbols 010IW31 on the left middle right. The pattern will be stopped and displayed.

As shown in FIG. 8-30, if a loss occurs during the second high base state, the gaming state does not change and the second high base state itself continues. Thus, an effect suggesting that the second high base state will continue is executed.

On the other hand, if a small win B occurs during the second high base state, the second high base state ends. FIGS. 8-31 and 8-32 are explanatory diagrams for explaining the production mode when a small hit B occurs during the second high base state.

In the case of small hit B fluctuation, fluctuation pattern PD1-3 is selected, and after the shutter effect is started in the same manner as in Figure 8-28 (D), as shown in Figure 8-31 (E). In the image display device 5, an effect is performed in which the upper and lower shutter images 010IW35a, 35b are opened. Next, as shown in FIG. 8-31(F), on the image display device 5, after the shutter is released, a telop display 010IW30 including characters such as "Special effect time" is displayed, and the specific effect mode is switched to the special effect mode. This suggests that Further, by switching to the special effect mode, a gauge display 010IW33 is displayed on the image display device 5, as shown in FIG. 8-31(F), and a display indicating the remaining period of the special effect mode is made.

In addition, in this case, since the small hit B fluctuation has started and one second pending memory has been consumed, as shown in FIG. 8-31(F), the second pending memory number display area 010IW40b The number of reserved memories is "3". Therefore, as shown in FIG. 8-31(F), a character display 010IW37 such as "Charge!" is displayed on the image display device 5 to suggest that the remaining reserve be accumulated to the maximum of 4.

Next, as shown in FIGS. 8-31 (G) to 8-32 (I), during the special production mode, the pseudo temporary stop display and pseudo re-variation of the decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R on the left center right are repeated. The performance of the mode to be executed is executed, and the gauge display 010IW33 is updated and displayed at any time as the remaining period of the special performance mode decreases. Note that when the remaining reservation amount reaches the maximum of 4, the character display 010IW37 such as "Charge!" may be erased, as shown in FIG. 8-31 (H).

Then, as shown in Figure 8-32 (J), even in the last pseudo fluctuation, the missed symbols are finally stopped and displayed as decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R on the left center right, and the small symbols 010IW31 on the left center right. The winning symbol is stopped and displayed, and it is confirmed that the small win B is achieved. Then, the second high base state is ended and the state is shifted to the normal state, and if there is no jackpot or small win A among the remaining reservations, the consecutive winning state ends as it is.

When the effects shown in Figures 8-31 and 8-32 are executed and the specific effect mode is switched to the special effect mode, a small hit B is achieved and the second high base state ends. It can arouse a sense of crisis.

Further, in this example, when switching to the special performance mode during the specific performance mode, the small win does not necessarily become B, but may also become the small win A. Figures 8-33 and 8-34 are explanatory diagrams for explaining the performance mode when performing a performance that switches from the specific performance mode to the special performance mode when a small hit A occurs during the second high base state. be.

If the variation pattern PD1-3 is selected in the case of small hit A variation, a performance similar to switching from the specific performance mode to the special performance mode is executed in the same manner as in FIG. 8-31. Next, for example, in the last pseudo fluctuation, as shown in FIG. 8-33 (I), the left and right decorative symbols 5L and 5R are temporarily stopped and displayed with the same symbol (in this example, symbol "2"), and the reach state is reached. becomes. In addition, when the reach state is reached, as shown in Figure 8-33 (I), character display 010IW50 such as "STOP" is displayed superimposed on gauge display 010IW33, and the update display of gauge display 010IW33 is temporarily interrupted. is executed.

Next, for example, as shown in FIG. 8-33 (J), a battle effect is executed on the image display device 5 in which an ally character image 010IW51 and an enemy character image 010IW52 appear and engage in a battle. As shown in 8-33(K), an effect is performed that makes it appear that the ally character image 010IW51 has won the battle, and a character display 010IW53 such as "WIN!" is displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-33 (L), on the image display device 5, the winning symbols (in this example, a combination of "222" symbols) are displayed as pseudo-temporary symbols as the decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R on the left center right. At the same time, the updated display of the gauge display 010IW33 is restarted. Then, when the symbol confirmation period comes, as shown in Figure 8-34 (M), the winning symbols are stopped and displayed as decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R on the left center right, and the winning symbols are displayed as small symbols 010IW31 on the left center right. The pattern will be stopped and displayed.

By executing the effects shown in Figures 8-33 and 8-34, this example shows that the specific effect mode may switch to the special effect mode and the second high base state may end. After that, the winning symbol is finally stopped and displayed, and the effect as if it were revived and became a jackpot or small win A can be executed.

In addition, even if the second high base state ends with a small win B during the second high base state, there is a jackpot or small win A in the remaining pending at the start of the small win B fluctuation. In some cases, the first high base state may be returned to the first high base state within a short period of time after exiting the second high base state. Figures 8-35 and 8-36 show the case where there is a jackpot or small win A among the remaining reservations at the start of the small win B fluctuation when the small win B occurs during the second high base state. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram for explaining a presentation mode.

Even if it is a small hit B fluctuation, if there is a jackpot or small hit A among the remaining pending at the start of the small hit B fluctuation, the symbol designation stored in the command storage area at the time of starting winning Based on the fact that there is a command indicating the winning determination result of jackpot or small win A, the winning symbol is determined as the stop symbol of the decorative symbol (see steps 010IWS806 to S809). In this case, since the winning symbol has been determined, for example, in the last pseudo fluctuation, as shown in FIG. 2), a temporary stop is displayed and the reach state is reached.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-35 (J), on the image display device 5, the winning symbols (in this example, the combination of "222" symbols) are pre-read and announced as the decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R on the left center right. A pseudo-temporary stop is displayed. Then, when the symbol confirmation period comes, as shown in FIG. 8-35(K), the winning symbols are stopped and displayed as decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R on the left center right as a preview. However, since this fluctuating display does not result in a jackpot or small win A, as shown in FIG. 8-35(K), a missed symbol is displayed as the small symbol 010IW31 on the left center right.

Next, when the variable display of the remaining reservation is started, as shown in FIG. The winning symbols displayed as decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R on the middle right are continuously displayed in a smaller size than usual.

Next, when the variable display for the remaining balance that becomes the jackpot or small win A starts, as shown in Figures 8-36 (M) and (N), the decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R on the left center right are displayed. The winning symbol gradually expands, and when the symbol confirmation period comes, the winning symbol is enlarged and emphasized as decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R on the left center right, as shown in Figure 8-36 (O). At the same time, the winning symbol is stopped and displayed as a small symbol 010IW31 in the middle right of the left.

In addition, there is a case where a small hit B occurs during the second high base state and the second high base state ends, and there is no jackpot or small win A among the remaining reservations at the start of the small win B fluctuation. Even in the case of a small hit B, the remaining reservation that newly occurs after the start of the small hit B fluctuation may become a jackpot or a small win A. Figures 8-37 and 8-38 show the effect when a small hit B occurs during the second high base state, and a remaining hold that becomes a new jackpot or small hit A occurs after the start of the small hit B fluctuation. It is an explanatory view for explaining an aspect.

In the case of a small hit B variation, if there is no jackpot or small win A among the remaining reserves at the start of the small win B variation, the winning symbols cannot be displayed in advance. However, in this example, after the small hit B fluctuation starts, a new prize is entered into the second starting winning opening, and the newly generated remaining reservation (fourth remaining reservation) is called the jackpot or the small hit A. Suppose there was. In this case, as shown in FIG. 8-37 (I), the missing symbols are displayed in a pseudo temporary stop as the decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R on the left center right in the last pseudo fluctuation, and when the symbol confirmation period comes, As shown in 37(J), the missed symbols are stopped and displayed as decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R on the left middle right, and the missed symbols are stopped and displayed as the small symbol 010IW31 on the left middle right.

Next, when the variable display of the remaining reservation is started, as shown in FIG. The variable display of the right decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R is also started.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-37 (L), when the fluctuation display for the last remaining hold (the fourth remaining hold that becomes the jackpot or small hit A) starts, when the button performance starts, As shown in FIG. 8-38(M), on the image display device 5, an image 010IW38 imitating the push button 31B is displayed to start button production, and when the player presses the push button 31B, for example, a winning symbol is displayed. (In this example, a combination of symbols "222") is temporarily stopped and displayed. Then, when the symbol confirmation period comes, as shown in Figure 8-38 (N), the winning symbols are stopped and displayed as decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R on the left center right, and the winning symbols are displayed as small symbols 010IW31 on the left center right. The pattern will be stopped and displayed.

In addition, in Figures 8-35 to 8-38, the remaining balance after the end of the second high base state is a jackpot or small hit A, but in this example, the remaining balance after the end of the first high base state is When the result is a jackpot or a small win A, a different performance is performed. FIG. 8-39 and FIG. 8-40 are explanatory diagrams for explaining the performance mode when the remaining reservation after the end of the first high base state becomes a jackpot or a small win.

When executing the last fluctuation display during the first high base state, as shown in Figure 8-39 (I), the last pseudo fluctuation displays the missing symbols as decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R in the middle right of the left. The pseudo-temporary stop display is displayed, and when the symbol confirmation period begins, as shown in Figure 8-39 (J), the missing symbols are stopped and displayed as decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R in the center right of the left, and small symbols in the center right of the left are displayed. The missed symbol is stopped and displayed as symbol 010IW31. In this case, as shown in Figure 8-39 (J), the telop display 010IW30 including text displays such as "Special Effect Time" is not erased, and text displays such as "FREEZE!" are displayed in the gauge display 010IW33. Then, an effect as if the update display of the gauge display 010IW33 was temporarily interrupted is executed.

Next, when the variable display of the remaining reservation is started, as shown in FIG. 8-39(K), the image display device 5 again starts the variable display of the small symbol 010IW31 on the left middle right, and the left middle The variable display of the right decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R is also started. In addition, as shown in Figure 8-39 (K), the telop display 010IW30 continues to be displayed, and the gauge display 010IW33 whose update display has been interrupted also continues to be displayed, giving the impression that the special effect mode is continuing. The performance is executed.

In this example, it is assumed that a jackpot or a small win A is stored as the last remaining reservation. As shown in FIG. 8-39 (L), when the variable display for the last remaining reservation is started, when the timing for starting the shutter effect is reached, as shown in FIG. 8-40 (M), the image display device 5 , an effect is performed in which the shutter images 010IW35a, 35b are closed from above and below.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-40(N), on the image display device 5, an effect is performed in which the upper and lower shutter images 010IW35a, 35b are opened, and, for example, the decorative patterns 5L, 5C, and As 5R, the winning symbols (in this example, a combination of "222" symbols) appear in a temporarily stopped display, and the updated display of the gauge display 010IW33 is restarted. Then, when the symbol confirmation period comes, as shown in Figure 8-40 (O), the winning symbols are stopped and displayed as decorative symbols 5L, 5C, and 5R on the left center right, and the winning symbols are displayed as small symbols 010IW31 on the left center right. The pattern will be stopped and displayed.

In addition, only if there is a remaining reserve that becomes a jackpot or small win A at the start of the final fluctuation of the first high base state, the special production mode shown in Figures 8-39 and 8-40 will be extended as a pre-read notice. You may also perform a production such as that shown in Figure 8-39 and Figure 8-40, or if the remaining hold that occurs after the start of the final fluctuation of the first high base state becomes a jackpot or small win A. A performance that extends the special performance mode may also be executed.

(Modified example)
In the feature section 010IW shown above, when there is a small hit B fluctuation during the second high base state, a transition is made from the specific performance mode to the special performance mode and a performance with multiple pseudo fluctuations is executed. However, it is not limited to such an embodiment. For example, in the small hit B fluctuation during the second high base state, the structure is configured to display a shorter fluctuation (e.g., 2 seconds) than the normal fluctuation (e.g., 12 seconds), and the second The second high base state may be configured so that the small hit B fluctuation ends in an unnoticeable manner during the high base state.

As explained above, the present characteristic part 010IW and the modified example disclose the configurations of the gaming machine shown below (means A1) to (means A8).

(Means A1) A gaming machine capable of playing games, which executes variable display of first identification information (for example, first special symbol) and variable display of second identification information (for example, second special symbol). It is possible to control the variable display execution means (for example, the part that executes steps 010IWS110 to S113 in the game control microcomputer 100) and the special state (for example, high base state) that makes it easy to perform the variable display of the second identification information. special state control means (for example, the part that executes steps 010IWS538, S542, S546, and S549 in the game control microcomputer 100), and an advantageous state that can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player (for example, a jackpot game state) A control means (for example, the part that executes steps 010IWS117 to S120 in the game control microcomputer 100) and a special state control means (for example, a game A portion of the control microcomputer 100 that executes steps 010IWS114 to S116), and a production mode control means (for example, A part that executes steps 010IWS812 and S814 in the performance control CPU 120), and the special state control means is configured to perform a variable display of the second identification information and a variable display of the first identification information. (For example, as shown in Figures 8-4 (B) and (C), the small hit probability is 0% for the first special symbol, and the small hit probability for the second special symbol is easier to control. (approximately 17.4%), the special state is a first special state (e.g., small win A) in which the game medium (e.g., game ball) easily passes through a specific area (e.g., V winning hole), and the game medium can be controlled to a second special state in which it is difficult to pass through a specific area (for example, small win B), and when variable display of the second identification information is executed, the second special state is such that it is difficult to pass through a specific area. The advantageous state control means controls the game medium to be in an advantageous state based on the fact that it has passed through a specific area while being controlled in the first special state (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps 010IWS456 to S462 when step 010IWS455 is Y), the special state control means displays the variable display number of times (for example, once, four times) as the special state less than the reciprocal of the predetermined probability. A first special state that is controlled (for example, a first high base state) and a second special state that is controlled for a variable display number (for example, 99 times) that is greater than the value of the reciprocal of a predetermined probability (for example, a second high base state). base state), and when controlled to the second special state while being controlled to the second special state, the second special state is terminated (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps 010IWS465 to S468), the production mode control means can control to the special production mode when it is controlled to the first special state (see FIG. 8-27), and can control to the second special state. When it is controlled to the second special state, it can be controlled to a specific production mode (see Figure 8-28), and when it is controlled to the second special state, the special production can be changed from the specific production mode in the variable display controlled to the second special state. mode (see Figures 8-31 and 8-32), and when it is controlled in the second special state, it can change from a specific production mode to a special production mode in the variable display controlled in the first special state. A gaming machine characterized by being controllable (see FIGS. 8-33 and 8-34). According to such a configuration, even in a special performance mode that is disadvantageous compared to a specific performance mode, the control may be performed in the first special state, so that a sense of expectation can be created, and the control may be controlled in the second special state. Suitable control can be executed when the special state is terminated.

In other words, when a special state continues for a long time like the second special state, there is no element to make the player anxious and the game lacks fun, so it is preferable to provide a second special state that ends the second special state. However, it is possible to perform suitable control in the case of such a configuration.

(Means A2) In means A1, when controlling from the specific production mode to the special production mode in the variable display controlled to the second special state, and from the specific production mode to the special production mode in the variable display controlled to the first special state Pseudo-variable display execution means that can execute a pseudo-variable display from the start to the end of the variable display (for example, a special production mode including pseudo-variation at step 010IWS812 in the production control CPU 120) (a part that determines the presentation pattern). With such a configuration, it is possible to make it appear as if variable display is being performed a plurality of times in the special effect mode.

That is, it is possible to make it appear as if the special effect mode continues for as long as possible.

(Means A3) In the means A1 or the means A2, a holding storage means (for example, a first holding storage buffer, a second holding storage buffer) capable of storing information regarding variable display as holding storage, and a holding storage means that is controlled to a second special state. When the variable display is controlled from the specific production mode to the special production mode, if there is a suspension memory corresponding to the variable display controlled to the first special state in the suspension memory stored by the suspension storage means, the special production mode concerned It may be configured to include a notification means (see FIGS. 8-35 and 8-36) for notifying that the first special state is controlled. According to such a configuration, after the variable display controlled to the second special state, it is possible to appropriately notify the pending storage corresponding to the variable display controlled to the first special state.

(Means A4) In any one of the means A1 to A3, a holding storage means (for example, a first holding storage buffer, a second holding storage buffer) capable of storing information regarding variable display as holding storage; When the variable display controlled by the state is controlled from the specific production mode to the special production mode, a suspension memory corresponding to the variable display controlled to the first special state is stored in the suspension storage means during the special production mode. In this case, it may be configured to include special effect execution means (for example, see FIGS. 8-37 and 8-38) that executes a special effect (for example, button effect) after the special effect mode ends. . According to such a configuration, after the variable display controlled to the second special state, it is possible to appropriately notify the pending storage corresponding to the variable display controlled to the first special state.

(Means A5) In any of the means A1 to A4, the special state control means terminates the second special state when the second special state is controlled while the special state is being controlled to the second special state. When the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps 010IWS466 to S468 when Y in step 010IWS465 and is controlled to the second special state while being controlled to the first special state. , without executing the control to end the second special state (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 does not execute steps 010IWS466 to S468 when step 010IWS465 is N), and the variable display execution means enters the first special state. When being controlled to the second special state, the variable display is executed for a shorter variable display period than when being controlled to the second special state (e.g. , as shown in FIGS. 8-7(C) and (D), the variation pattern PD1-1 selected in the first high base state has a lower variation than the variation pattern PD1-3 selected in the second high base state. (short time). According to such a configuration, the variable display period can be used properly depending on the special state.

That is, in the second special state, it is possible to secure time for prompting the end of the second special state, and in the first special state, it is possible to prevent a meaningless and long variable display from being executed.

(Means A6) In any of the means A1 to A5, the special state control means terminates the second special state when the second special state is controlled while being controlled to the second special state. When the game control microcomputer 100 executes the control (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps 010IWS466 to S468 when Y in step 010IWS465) and is controlled to the second special state while being controlled to the first special state , without executing the control to end the second special state (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 does not execute steps 010IWS466 to S468 when step 010IWS465 is N), and the special state control means enters the first special state. When controlling, the second special state is controlled with a lower probability (for example, as shown in Figure 8-5(C), the probability of small win A is about 1/7, and the probability of small win B is about 1/7). 32). According to such a configuration, since the probability of being controlled to the second special state is lower, it is possible to provide a termination condition for the special state other than the variable display number while giving the player a sense of security.

(Means A7) In any of the means A1 to A6, in the specific performance mode, the first performance result that suggests that the second special state is controlled as a performance result (for example, FIG. 8-31 and FIG. As shown in FIG. 8-32, after switching from the specific presentation mode to the special presentation mode, the losing symbol is stopped and displayed) and the second presentation result indicating that the control is to be controlled to the first special state (for example, the second presentation result indicating that the control is in the first special state) As shown in FIG. 29, the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed), the suggestion effect execution means (see FIGS. 8-28 to 8-32) that can execute the suggestion effect that can display, and after displaying the first effect result. , a post-notification performance execution means (for example, FIGS. 8-33 and 8 As shown in 34, after switching from the specific performance mode to the special performance mode, the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed), and when performing the suggestion performance that displays the second performance result, and the execution of the post-notification performance. The degree of advantage differs depending on the case (for example, fluctuation pattern PD1-2 is also selected in the case of a losing fluctuation, but the probability of losing is overwhelmingly higher than that of a jackpot or small hit, so Relatively, the probability of getting a small hit A when the variation pattern PD1-3 is selected is higher than the probability of getting a small win A when the variation pattern PD1-2 is selected. It is more reliable when variation pattern PD1-3 is selected and changes from the specific production mode to the special production mode and the small win becomes A, than when 2 is selected and it becomes a hit directly from the specific production mode and becomes a small win A. ). According to such a configuration, interest in the game can be improved.

(Means A8) In any of the means A1 to A7, the variable display execution means controls the advantageous state and the special state when the variable display execution means is controlled to the second special state. Executing the variable display for a shorter variable display period than would otherwise be the case (e.g., as shown in the variation, the small win B variation during the second high base state is longer than the normal variation (e.g., 12 seconds) The display may be configured to perform a short fluctuation display (for example, 2 seconds). According to such a configuration, the variable display controlled by the second special state in the second special state can be made less noticeable.

Further, in this feature section 010IW and the modified example, configurations of gaming machines shown below (Means B1) to (Means B9) are disclosed.

(Means B1) A gaming machine capable of playing a game, comprising a reservation storage means (for example, a first reservation storage buffer, a second reservation storage buffer) capable of storing information regarding a variable display as a reservation storage; Variable display execution means capable of variable display of identification information (for example, first special symbol) and variable display of second identification information (for example, second special symbol) (for example, step 010IWS110 in the game control microcomputer 100) S113) and a special state control means (for example, Steps 010IWS538 and S542 in the game control microcomputer 100) that can be controlled to a special state (for example, high base state) that facilitates variable display of the second identification information. . part), a special state control means (for example, a part that executes steps 010IWS114 to S116 in the game control microcomputer 100) that can be controlled to a special state different from the advantageous state (for example, a small winning game state), and a production. The special state control means includes an executable production execution means (for example, a part of the production control CPU 120 that executes step S76), and when the variable display of the second identification information is executed, the special state control means is configured to display the first identification information. It is easier to control the special state than when variable display is executed (for example, as shown in Figures 8-4 (B) and (C), the small hit probability is 0% for the first special symbol, and the second The special symbol has a small hit probability of about 17.4%), and the special state is a first special state (e.g. small win A) and a second special state in which it is difficult for the game medium to pass through a specific area (e.g., small win B), and when variable display of the second identification information is executed, a predetermined probability (e.g. , approximately 1/7), and the advantageous state control means controls to the advantageous state based on the fact that the gaming medium has passed through the specific area while being controlled to the first special state ( For example, the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps 010IWS456 to S462 when the result in step 010IWS455 is Y), and the special state control means displays the variable number of times less than the reciprocal of a predetermined probability (for example, a first special state (e.g., first high base state) that is controlled over a variable number of times (e.g., 99 times) that is greater than the reciprocal of a predetermined probability; state (e.g., a second high base state), and when controlling to the second special state while controlling to the second special state, terminate the second special state (e.g., , the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps 010IWS465 to S468), the performance execution means is controlled to the first special state in the reservation memory stored by the reservation storage means when the first special state is ended. If there is a pending memory corresponding to the variable display, the effects are executed after the first special state ends (see Figures 8-39 and 8-40), and the pending memory means is executed when the second special state is ended. If there is a pending memory corresponding to the variable display controlled by the first special state in the stored pending memory, the effect is executed after the second special state ends (see Figures 8-35 to 8-38). A gaming machine is characterized in that it executes the following in different presentation modes. According to such a configuration, the player can be made aware of the situation in which the special state is controlled again after ending the second special state, and when controlling to the second special state and ending the special state, Suitable control can be performed.

(Means B2) In the means B1, a production mode control means (for example, steps 010IWS812, S814 in the production control CPU 120) capable of controlling at least a special production mode (for example, special production mode) and a specific production mode (for example, specific production mode) The production mode control means is capable of controlling the special production mode when it is controlled to the first special state (see FIG. 8-27), and is controlled to the second special state. At times, it can be controlled to a specific production mode (see Figure 8-28), and when it is controlled to the second special state, it can be controlled from the specific production mode to the special production mode in the variable display that is controlled to the second special state. (See Figures 8-31 and 8-32), and when controlled in the second special state, it is possible to control from the specific production mode to the special production mode in the variable display controlled in the first special state. (See FIGS. 8-33 and 8-34). According to such a configuration, even in a special performance mode that is disadvantageous compared to a specific performance mode, the control may be performed in the first special state, so that a sense of expectation can be created, and the control may be controlled in the second special state. Suitable control can be executed when the special state is terminated.

(Means B3) In means B2, when controlling from the specific production mode to the special production mode in the variable display controlled to the second special state, and from the specific production mode to the special production mode in the variable display controlled to the first special state Pseudo-variable display execution means that can execute a pseudo-variable display from the start to the end of the variable display (for example, a special production mode including pseudo-variation at step 010IWS812 in the production control CPU 120) (a part that determines the performance pattern of the game). With such a configuration, it is possible to make it appear as if variable display is being performed a plurality of times in the special effect mode.

(Means B4) In means B2 or means B3, when the variable display controlled to the second special state is controlled from the specific effect mode to the special effect mode, the first special state is stored in the pending memory stored in the pending storage means. If there is a reserved memory corresponding to the variable display controlled by the controller, a notification means (see FIGS. 8-35 and 8-36) is provided to notify that the first special state is controlled during the special effect mode. It may be configured as follows. According to such a configuration, after the variable display controlled to the second special state, it is possible to appropriately notify the pending storage corresponding to the variable display controlled to the first special state.

(Means B5) In any one of the means B2 to B4, when the variable display controlled to the second special state is controlled from the specific effect mode to the special effect mode, the data is stored in the hold storage means during the special effect mode. When a pending memory corresponding to a variable display controlled in the first special state is stored, a special effect execution means (for example, a special effect execution means (for example, a button effect) that executes a special effect (for example, a button effect) after the end of the special effect mode (see FIG. 8-37) and FIG. 8-38). According to such a configuration, after the variable display controlled to the second special state, it is possible to appropriately notify the pending storage corresponding to the variable display controlled to the first special state.

(Means B6) In any of the means B2 to B5, the special state control means terminates the second special state when being controlled to the second special state. When the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps 010IWS466 to S468 when Y in step 010IWS465 and is controlled to the second special state while being controlled to the first special state. , without executing the control to end the second special state (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 does not execute steps 010IWS466 to S468 when step 010IWS465 is N), and the variable display execution means enters the first special state. When being controlled to the second special state, the variable display is executed for a shorter variable display period than when being controlled to the second special state (e.g. , as shown in FIGS. 8-7(C) and (D), the variation pattern PD1-1 selected in the first high base state has a lower variation than the variation pattern PD1-3 selected in the second high base state. (short time). According to such a configuration, the variable display period can be used properly depending on the special state.

(Means B7) In any of the means B2 to B6, the special state control means terminates the second special state when being controlled to the second special state. When the game control microcomputer 100 executes the control (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 executes steps 010IWS466 to S468 when Y in step 010IWS465) and is controlled to the second special state while being controlled to the first special state , without executing the control to end the second special state (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 does not execute steps 010IWS466 to S468 when step 010IWS465 is N), and the special state control means enters the first special state. When controlling, the second special state is controlled with a lower probability (for example, as shown in Figure 8-5(C), the probability of small win A is about 1/7, and the probability of small win B is about 1/7). 32). According to such a configuration, since the probability of being controlled to the second special state is lower, it is possible to provide a termination condition for the special state other than the variable display number while giving the player a sense of security.

(Means B8) In any of the means B2 to B7, in the specific performance mode, the first performance result indicating that the second special state is controlled as the performance result (for example, FIG. 8-31 and FIG. As shown in 8-32, after switching from the specific production mode to the special production mode, the missing symbol is stopped and displayed) and the second production result indicating that the control is to be controlled to the first special state (for example, the second production result indicating that the control is in the first special state) As shown in FIG. 29, the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed), the suggestion effect execution means (see FIGS. 8-28 to 8-32) capable of executing the suggestion effect capable of displaying, and after displaying the first effect result. , a post-notification performance execution means (for example, FIGS. 8-33 and 8 As shown in 34, after switching from the specific performance mode to the special performance mode, the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed), and when performing a suggestion performance that displays the second performance result, and when performing a post-notification performance. The degree of advantage differs depending on the case (for example, fluctuation pattern PD1-2 is also selected in the case of a loss fluctuation, but the probability of a loss is overwhelmingly higher than that of a jackpot or small hit, so Relatively, the probability of getting a small hit A when the variation pattern PD1-3 is selected is higher than the probability of getting a small win A when the variation pattern PD1-2 is selected. It is more reliable when variation pattern PD1-3 is selected and the special performance mode switches from the specific performance mode to the small win A, than when the variable pattern PD1-3 is selected and the special performance mode switches from the specific performance mode to the small win A. ). According to such a configuration, interest in the game can be improved.

(Means B9) In any of the means B1 to B8, the variable display execution means controls the advantageous state and the special state when the second special state is controlled. Executing the variable display for a shorter variable display period than would otherwise be the case (e.g., as shown in the variation, the small win B variation during the second high base state is longer than the normal variation (e.g., 12 seconds) The display may be configured to perform a short fluctuation display (for example, 2 seconds). According to such a configuration, the variable display controlled by the second special state in the second special state can be made less noticeable.

(Explanation regarding control aspects of characteristic portions 1144SKY to 1148SKY)
Next, the control aspects of the pachinko machine 1 of the characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY in this embodiment will be explained. The control surfaces in the characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY mainly perform control by appropriately modifying a part of the control of the above-mentioned characteristic part 010IW. The modified controls and the specifications of the pachinko gaming machine resulting from such controls will be explained below. It is assumed that the portions that will not be described as control surfaces of the characteristic portions 1144SKY to 1148SKY are controlled in accordance with the characteristic portion 1010IW. In FIGS. 9-1 to 9-11, each process will be explained using the step "010IW" similarly to the characteristic part 010IW, but the contents of the process may differ.

FIG. 9-1 is a table of the jackpot determination values for the first special symbol and the second special symbol and the small hit determination value for the second special symbol in the pachinko machine 1 of the characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY, and FIG. (A) shows the jackpot determination value, and FIG. 9-1 (B) shows the small hit determination value. The jackpot judgment value is 0 to 217 out of 0 to 65535, and it can be seen that the jackpot is about 1/300. The small hit determination value is 218 to 60472 out of 0 to 65535, and it can be seen that the small win is approximately 1/1.08. Here, the variable display of the second special symbol is a special symbol that is variably displayed mainly in the time saving state, as can be seen from the embodiment of the feature section 010IW. In the characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY, the variable display of the second special symbol results in a small hit at approximately 1/1.08, so if the second special symbol is variablely displayed during the time saving state, It can be said that a small hit is almost certain, and out of 100 variable displays in the time-saving state, which will be described later, a small win occurs almost always in the first rotation of the variable display.

FIG. 9-2 is a table showing the determination values of the jackpot type and small hit type in the pachinko machine 1 of the characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY. FIG. 9-2(A) is a jackpot determination value table for the first special symbol, which shows that the jackpot is controlled to be either 7R jackpot A or 7R jackpot B with a probability of 50% each. 7R jackpot A is given 100 high bases (time saving state) after being controlled by the jackpot, and 7R jackpot B is not given a high base (time saving state) after being controlled by the jackpot and returns to the normal state. has been shown to be controlled. FIG. 9-2(B) is a jackpot judgment value table for the second special symbol, which shows that it is controlled to be either 10R jackpot A or 10R jackpot B. 10R jackpot A has an 80% probability of winning, and after being controlled by the jackpot, a high base (time saving state) number of times is given 100 times, and 10R jackpot B has a 20% probability of winning, and after being controlled by the jackpot, the high base (time saving state) is given 100 times. It is shown that the base (time saving state) is not given and the state is controlled to the normal state. Furthermore, FIG. 9-2(C) is a small hit determination value table for the second special symbol, and shows that it is controlled to be either small win A or small win B. Small win A has an 80% probability of winning, and after winning V via this small win A, the high base (time saving state) number of times is given 100 times, and small win B has a 20% probability. It is shown that after the winning is made and the winning is controlled to be a jackpot after winning V via this small winning B, the control is returned to the normal state without being given a high base (time saving state). In other words, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 with the characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY is controlled to be in a time-saving state, the second special symbol is mainly displayed variably, and a small hit occurs in the variable display of the second special symbol approximately in the first rotation. It can be seen that the game is aimed at winning the 80% small win A.

Further, the conditions for ending the time saving state in the pachinko machine 1 in the characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY include "execution of variable display 100 times" and "execution of variable small win display". Therefore, if a small hit occurs while the time saving state is being controlled, the game ball is driven into the right area (right side gaming area) of the image display device 5 (so-called "right side playing area") in order to cause the game ball to flow down the second path. As long as you continue to hit the winning ball ("hit"), the game medium will almost certainly win into the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 (special winning opening), but if it is controlled to be a small hit and the game media enters the special variable winning ball device 010IW17. If the medium does not win, the time-saving state ends with the variable display of the small win, so a jackpot via the small win does not occur and subsequent time-saving states are naturally not granted. In this embodiment, effects such as a "bow and arrow chance" described later are included that allow the player to determine that it is certain that the game will be controlled to a time-saving state after hitting a jackpot during execution of the variable display. However, when a small hit occurs like this, a situation will be created in which a player will definitely lose unless the game medium is entered into the special variable winning ball device 010IW17, and a situation where the player intentionally hits the ball will be prevented. I have to.

In FIG. 9-3, a table is used to show a variation pattern (also referred to as a variable display pattern) when the first special symbol and the second special symbol are variably displayed. FIG. 9-3(A) shows a variation pattern of the first special symbol, which is a variation pattern mainly used in the normal state. Note that even if the first special symbol is variably displayed in the time saving state, the variation pattern is selected from a variation pattern table similar to the variation pattern table shown in FIG. 9-3(A). FIG. 9-3(B) shows a variation pattern of the second special symbol, and is a variation pattern table used when the second special symbol may be variably displayed in the normal state. Figure 9-3 (C) shows a variation pattern table used when the second special symbol is variably displayed in the time saving state, and is composed of six types of variation patterns PC3-2 to PA4-1. There is. The content of PC3-2 is "3 count performance (normal)", and in the time saving state, the probability that this variation pattern will be selected is substantially the highest. This PC3-2 has a relatively short fluctuation time as shown in the fluctuation time, but in the pachinko game machine 1 with characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY, the variable display of the second special symbol in the time-saving state almost certainly leads to a jackpot. Therefore, players may feel that it is natural to hit the time-saving state quickly, so if the variable time is lengthened, it may be bothersome. In a case like this, there is no need to intentionally lengthen the variation time and create a production structure that stimulates whether or not it will be a jackpot (small hit), so it is configured with such a variation time, and like the 3 count production described later. The performance is prevented from becoming redundant by having a simple performance configuration that does not influence whether or not it is controlled by a jackpot (small hit). In addition, when this variable pattern command of PC3-2 is received on the sub-board side, by performing the round effect described later during the jackpot state after the end of the variable display, the time-saving state is controlled after the jackpot (that is, the consecutive winnings continue). ), and players do not pay much attention to whether or not they will hit the jackpot, but they mainly focus on the round performance that shows whether or not the winning streak will continue. There is. The content of PC3-3 is "3 count effect (relief)", and the basic effect configuration that is executed when the aforementioned PD1-1 "3 count effect (normal)" is selected and during variable display is as follows. However, if the sub-board receives the fluctuation pattern command indicated by PC3-3, the time-saving state will occur in the jackpot state (round performance) that is controlled after the variable display of the fluctuation pattern of the PC3-3 ends. After being notified that the game will not be controlled, a result display, which will be described later, is performed, and a performance control is performed in which it is reported that the time saving state will be controlled (continuation of successive games) by the subsequent relief performance. In the round production during the jackpot state, after it is announced that the time saving state will not be controlled, the rescue production using the expression "relief" is used to notify that the time saving state has been internally determined. It is called. The contents of PC3-4 and PC3-6 are "bow and arrow chance (win)" and "bow and arrow chance (loss)." First, regarding PC3-6, the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, and this is a variable pattern that is selected when the player does not win the small hit probability of 1/1.08, but wins in a rare case. When this variable pattern command indicating PC3-6 is received on the sub-board side, a bow and arrow chance will be executed during the variable display as an effect to incite whether it will be a jackpot (small hit) or a loss. ing. This variation pattern of PC3-6 has a longer variation time than when the variation patterns of PC3-2 and PC3-3 are selected, as shown in the variation time, and the time to execute the bow and arrow chance is within the variation time. is sufficiently secured. Regarding PC3-4, when the sub-board side receives a variable pattern command indicating PC3-4, a bow and arrow chance is executed with an effect pattern that notifies the player of a jackpot. If the variable display of the second special symbol becomes a jackpot in the time saving state, one of the variation patterns of PC3-2, PC3-3, and PC3-4 will be selected, but the bow and arrow chance is only the probability of a small hit. This effect was created because in the rare case that the player did not win at 1/1.08 (and the probability of winning the jackpot is 1/300), a variable display that only announced the loss would cause the player to lose hope. In the pachinko gaming machine of this embodiment, the main performance configuration is to stimulate whether the 3-count performance performed during the original variable display is controlled to the time-saving state by the round performance during the jackpot state. The probability that PC3-2 or PC3-3 is selected is set higher than the probability that PC4 is selected. By doing this, we are able to maintain the flow of the main performance during the short time period, while also maintaining a sense of anticipation in the rare case of a failure. Note that PC3-4 is selected only when the small hit type is small hit A. Therefore, in the variable display where the bow and arrow chance is executed, there is a recognition that ``It is unknown whether it will be controlled as a jackpot, but if it is a hit (if the hit is announced by the bow and arrow chance), the continuation of the consecutive chance is confirmed.'' This allows players to pay attention to the performance.

FIGS. 9-4 and 9-5 are explanatory diagrams showing an example of the content of the production control command sent to the production control CPU 120. In the examples shown in FIGS. 9-4 and 9-5, command 80XX(H) is an effect control command that specifies a variation pattern of decorative symbols that are variably displayed on the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of special symbols. (variable pattern command). Note that the performance control command that specifies the variation pattern is also a command for specifying the start of variation. Therefore, upon receiving any of the commands 80XX(H), the production control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to start variable display of decorative symbols.

Command 9000 (H) is an effect control command (display result 1 specification command) (missing specification command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern specified by the variable pattern command is a failure.

Command 9001 (H) is a production control command (display result 2 specification command (7R jackpot A specification command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern specified by the variable pattern command is 7R jackpot A. . Command 9002 (H) is a production control command (display result 3 specification command (7R jackpot B specification command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern specified by the variation pattern command is 7R jackpot B. . Command 9003 (H) is a production control command (display result 4 specification command (10R jackpot A specification command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern specified by the variable pattern command is 10R jackpot A. . Command 9004 (H) is a production control command (display result 5 specification command (10R jackpot B specification command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern specified by the variable pattern command is 10R jackpot B. .

Command 9005 (H) is a production control command (display result 6 designation command (small win A designation command)) that designates that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern specified by the fluctuation pattern command is small hit A. . Command 9006 (H) is a production control command (display result 7 designation command (small win B designation command)) that designates that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern specified by the fluctuation pattern command is to be small hit B. .

Command A000 (H) is a performance control command (first symbol confirmation designation command) that can specify that the stop of the variable display of the first special symbol can be specified. Command A100 (H) is a production control command (second symbol confirmation designation command) that can specify that the stop of the variable display of the second special symbol can be specified.

Command B000 (H) is an effect control command (jackpot start specification command: fanfare specification command) that specifies the start of a jackpot game. Command B001 (H) is a production control command (jackpot end specification command: ending specification command) that specifies the end of the jackpot game.

Command B1XX(H) is a production control command (big winning opening display command) that specifies the display during a round during the jackpot game. Note that the number of rounds to be displayed is set in "XX". Command B2XX(H) is an effect control command (display command after opening of the jackpot opening) that specifies the display after the round (display of the interval between rounds) during the jackpot game.

Command B300 (H) is a production control command (small winning start designation command) that specifies the start of a small winning game. Command B301 (H) is a performance control command (small win end designation command) that specifies the end of the small win game.

Command B400 (H) is a performance control command (big winning opening winning designation command) that specifies that a game ball has won in the big winning opening. Command B401 (H) is a performance control command (special winning opening winning designation command) that specifies that a game ball has won in the special winning opening. Command B402 (H) is a production control command (V winning hole winning designation command) that specifies that a game ball has won a prize in the V winning hole in the special winning hole.

Command C000 (H) is an effect control command (first pending memory number addition designation command) that specifies that the first pending memory number is increased by one. Command C100 (H) is an effect control command (first pending memory number subtraction designation command) that specifies that the first pending memory number is decreased by one. In addition, in the embodiments of the characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY, there is no pending memory corresponding to the variable display of the second special symbol, and when the variable display of the second special symbol is already executed, the second starting winning hole is newly created. If the gaming medium wins a prize, the prize becomes a so-called invalid start, and in the start winning determination process described later, unlike the process when winning a prize in the first starting winning opening, it is determined whether or not the number is the upper limit of the number of retained memories. Judgment, updating of the pending storage number counter, and extraction of each random number (random numbers are not obtained when winning the second starting prize opening) are also not performed. Therefore, there is no command corresponding to the variable display of the second special symbol of the first pending memory number addition designation command and the first pending memory number subtraction designation command.

Command C4XX (H) and command C6XX (H) are production control commands (winning determination result designation commands) that indicate the content of the winning determination result. Among these, the command C4XX (H) is a production control command ( (design designation command). In addition, the command C6XX(H) is an effect control command (variation category command) that indicates the determination result of the fluctuation pattern or the type of fluctuation pattern among the winning determination results.

Command E000 (H) is an effect control command (normal state designation command) that designates that the gaming state is controlled to the normal state. Command E001 (H) is an effect control command (high base state designation command) that designates that the gaming state is controlled to the high base state 100 times.

When the production control CPU 120 (specifically, production control CPU 120) mounted on the production control board 12 receives the production control command described above from the game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11, The display state of the image display device 5 is changed according to the contents shown in 8-8 and FIG. 8-9, the display state of the lamp is changed, and the tone number data is output to the audio control board 13. Note that production control commands other than the production control commands shown in FIGS. 8-8 and 8-9 are also transmitted from the main board 11 to the production control board 12. For example, a more detailed performance control command regarding the jackpot game and a performance control command indicating the game state (for example, a performance control command indicating an initialization command) are also transmitted from the main board 11 to the performance control board 12.

FIG. 9-6 is a flowchart showing an example of special symbol process processing in the feature sections 1144SKY to 1148SKY. In this example, the starting winning determination process (step 010IWS101) is almost the same as the starting winning determining process (step S101) shown in FIG. Further, the special symbol normal processing (step 010IWS110) to the special symbol stop processing (step 010IWS113) are generally the same as the special symbol normal processing (step S110) to the special symbol stop processing (step S113) shown in FIG. However, in this example, when the small winning symbol is derived and displayed, the process moves to the small winning opening preprocessing (step 010IWS114). Further, when a jackpot symbol is derived and displayed (so-called direct hit), the process moves to jackpot release preprocessing (step 010IWS117).

Small hit release preprocessing (step 010IWS114): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. The game control microcomputer 100 executes the process of controlling the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 to the open state, and changes the internal state (specifically, the value of the special symbol process flag) to the small hit opening process (step 010IWS115) to a value (5 in this example).

Small hit opening process (step 010IWS115): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 5. If the opening time elapses while the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 is open, the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 is controlled to the closed state, and if the closing time elapses while the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 is closed and it is still open. If the number of times remains, the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 is controlled to be in an open state. In addition, when it is time to open the V winning opening opening/closing plate 010IW04, the V winning opening opening/closing plate 010IW04 is controlled to open, and when it is the timing to close the V winning opening opening/closing plate 010IW04, the V winning opening opening/closing plate 010IW04 is controlled to open. 010IW04 is controlled to the closed state. In addition, it is confirmed whether or not the V winning port switch 010IW25 is turned on, and if the V winning port switch 010IW25 is turned on, the V winning prize flag is set. When all openings of the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 are completed and the closing time (interval time) has passed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is changed to the value corresponding to the small hit post-closure process (step 010IWS116). In this example, update to 6).

Small hit closing post-processing (step 010IWS116): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 6. When the V winning flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (7 in this example) corresponding to the jackpot release preprocessing (step 010IWS117). If the V winning flag is not set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step 010IWS110).

The jackpot opening preprocessing (step 010IWS117) to the jackpot ending process (step 010IWS120) are generally the same as the jackpot opening preprocessing (step S114) to the jackpot ending process (step S117) shown in FIG.

In addition, in this example, after a jackpot is determined and the jackpot/small win symbol is derived and displayed, or after a V win occurs during a small win game and the small win game ends, the case immediately shifts to the jackpot game. is shown, but is not limited to such an embodiment. For example, instead of immediately transitioning to the jackpot game, the configuration may be such that the transition to the jackpot game is made on the condition that the game ball passes through an operating gate (which may also be used as the passing gate 41) provided in the gaming area. Good too.

FIG. 9-7 is a flowchart showing the starting winning determination process (step 010IWS101). In the starting winning determination process, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) first checks whether the first starting port switch 22A is in the on state (step 010IWS1211). If the first starting port switch 22A is not in the on state, the process moves to step 010IWS1221. If the first starting port switch 22A is in the ON state, the CPU 103 determines whether the number of first pending memories has reached the upper limit (specifically, the first pending memory for counting the number of first pending memories). It is checked whether the value of the number counter is 4 (step 010IWS1212).

If the first pending memory number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 103 increases the value of the first pending memory counter by 1 (step 010IWS1213). Further, the CPU 103 increases by 1 the value of the total pending storage number counter for counting the total number of the first pending storage number and the second pending storage number (step 010IWS1214). Next, the CPU 103 extracts values from the counters for generating random numbers such as random numbers for hit determination, random numbers for type determination, and random numbers for determining variation patterns, and stores them in a storage area in the first reservation storage buffer. Processing is executed (step 010IWS1215). Note that, in the first pending storage buffer, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit of the first pending storage number (5 in this example) is secured and is formed in the RAM 102. The upper limit of the first number of reserved memories for the characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY is "5", but this is because the storage area is divided into five areas from 0 to 4, and the number of reserved memories is 5. The storage area for 0 stores each random number value extracted when a game medium is won in the first starting prize opening when the variable display is stopped and there is no pending memory for the next variable display. This storage area corresponds to variable display (so-called variation) that starts immediately.

Next, the CPU 103 executes a winning determination process that determines in advance the fluctuation display result and fluctuation pattern when the fluctuation based on the detected starting winning is subsequently executed at the time of the starting winning (step 010IWS1216). Then, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a symbol designation command to the performance control CPU 120 based on the determination result of the winning determination process (step 010IWS1217), and performs control to transmit a variable category command to the performance control CPU 120 (step 010IWS1217). Step 010IWS1218). Further, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit the first pending storage number addition designation command to the production control CPU 120 (step 010IWS1219). Then, the process moves to step 010IWS1221.

Next, the CPU 103 checks whether the second starting port switch 22B is in the on state (step 010IWS1221). If the second starting port switch 22B is not in the on state, the process ends. If the second starting port switch 22B is in the ON state, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the number of second pending memories has reached the upper limit (specifically, the second pending memory for counting the number of second pending memories). It is checked whether the value of the number counter is 1 (step 010IWS1222). The upper limit of the number of second reserved memories for the characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY is set to "1", which means that when the variable display of the second special symbol is already being executed, a new entry to the second starting prize opening is This indicates that when a winning occurs, the pending memory is not stored and the winning becomes an invalid start winning.

If the second pending storage number has not reached the upper limit, the CPU 103 increases the value of the second pending storage counter by 1 (step 010IWS1223). Further, the CPU 103 increases the value of the total pending storage counter by 1 (step 010IWS1224). Next, the CPU 103 extracts values from the counters for generating random numbers such as random numbers for hit determination, random numbers for type determination, and random numbers for determining variation patterns, and stores them in a storage area in the second holding storage buffer. Processing is executed (step 010IWS1225). Note that a storage area corresponding to the upper limit of the second pending storage number (1 in this example) is secured in the second pending storage buffer, and is formed in the RAM 102.

Next, the CPU 103 executes a winning determination process (step 010IWS1226). Then, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a symbol designation command to the performance control CPU 120 based on the determination result of the winning determination process (step 010IWS1227), and performs control to transmit a variable category command to the performance control CPU 120 (step 010IWS1227). Step 010IWS1228). Further, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a second pending storage number addition designation command to the production control CPU 120 (step 010IWS1229). Then, the starting prize winning determination process ends.

After the end of the starting winning determination, the process moves to the special symbol normal processing shown in FIG. 8-12 in the same way as the characteristic section 101IW. The special symbol normal processing in feature sections 1144SKY to 1148SKY is roughly the same as that in FIG. 8-12 of feature section 010IW, so a detailed explanation will be omitted, but as mentioned above, it corresponds to the variable display of the first special symbol. Since the upper limit of the number of pending memories is "5" and the upper limit of the number of pending memories corresponding to the variable display of the first special symbol is "1", processes corresponding to changes in the upper limit are performed. It is being said.

Next, the fluctuation pattern setting process shown in FIG. 9-8 is executed (step 010IWS111). The variation pattern setting process in the characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY is almost the same as that in FIG. 8-13 of the characteristic part 010IW, so a detailed explanation will be omitted, but when comparing FIG. 9-8 with FIG. 8-13, In the characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY, in a situation where the special symbol pointer is "2" and a variation pattern related to the variable display of the second special symbol is set, the high base type is set as shown in step 0101IW1703 and step 010IW1705. Since no processing is required (there is only one type of high base), after checking whether the high base flag is set (step 010IWS1710), if it is set, the high base (time saving state) shown in Figure 9-3 is set. The corresponding variation pattern table for the second special symbol is selected.

Next, similarly to the feature section 010IW, the process moves to the special symbol variation process shown in FIG. 8-14. The special symbol variation processing in the feature portions 1144SKY to 1148SKY has the same processing content as the feature portion 010IW, so further illustration and explanation will be omitted.

Next, the process moves to the special symbol stop process shown in FIG. 9-9. The CPU 103 first subtracts 1 from the value of the symbol determination period timer (step 010IWS131), and checks whether the value of the symbol determination period timer after the subtraction is 0 (step 010IWS132).

If the value of the symbol confirmation period timer after the subtraction is not 0 (that is, if the fixed display period of the stop symbols of the first special symbol and the second special symbol has not yet ended), the special symbol stop processing ends. do. If the value of the symbol confirmation period timer after the subtraction is 0 (that is, if the fixed display period of the stop symbols of the first special symbol and the second special symbol has ended), the CPU 103 sets the jackpot flag. It is confirmed whether or not it is set (step 010IWS133).

If the jackpot flag is set, the CPU 103 resets the high base flag and a high base frequency counter for counting the number of executions of the fluctuation display during the high base state (step 010IWS150).

Next, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a jackpot start designation command to the performance control CPU 120 (step 010IWS137). Next, the CPU 103 sets a timer for time before the opening of the big winning hole to measure the time before opening the big winning hole (fanfare time) until the special variable winning ball device 7 is controlled to be in the open state (step 010 IWS138). Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot release pre-processing (step 010IWS139).

If the jackpot flag is not set (N in step 010 IWS133), the CPU 103 checks whether the value of the high base frequency counter for counting the number of executions of the fluctuation display during the high base state is 0. (Step 010IWS140). If the value of the high base number counter is not 0, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the high base number counter (step 010IWS141), and checks whether the value of the high base number counter after the subtraction is 0. Confirm (step 010IWS142). If the value of the high base number counter after the subtraction is 0, the CPU 103 resets the set high base flag (step 010IWS151) and ends the high base state. Further, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a normal state designation command to the production control CPU 120 (step 010IWS144). Note that in this embodiment, the high base state is sometimes referred to as a time saving state, and has the same meaning.

Next, the CPU 103 checks whether the small hit flag is set (step 010IWS145). If the small hit flag is set, control is performed to transmit a small hit start designation command to the production control CPU 120 (step 010IWS146). Next, the CPU 103 sets the special winning opening pre-opening time timer for measuring the special winning opening pre-opening time (fanfare time) until the special variable winning ball device 010IW17 is controlled to the open state according to the fanfare time of the small hit. The specified value is set (step 010IWS147). Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the small hit release preprocessing (step 010IWS114) (step 010IWS148). In addition, in the embodiment of the feature parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY, before step 010IWS146 is executed, "execution of small win variable display", which is one of the conditions for ending the high base state (time saving state) described above, is performed. Based on this, at this stage when the small winning result has stopped in the variable display, the process of turning off the high base flag (step 1144SKY001) is executed in order to end the high base state (time saving state).

If the small hit flag is not set (that is, if it is a loss), the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step 010IWS110) (step 010IWS149).

Next, similarly to the feature section 010IW, the process moves to the small win opening pre-process and the small win opening process shown in FIGS. 8-16 and 8-17. The pre-processing for opening a small winning and the processing during opening of a small winning in the characteristic section 1144SKY to characteristic section 1148SKY have the same processing contents as the characteristic section 010IW, and therefore, illustrations and explanations thereof will be omitted.

Next, the process moves to the small winning closing post-processing shown in FIGS. 9-10. The CPU 103 checks whether the small hit end display timer is set (step 010IWS451), and if the small win end display timer is set, the process moves to step 010IWS453. If the small hit end display timer is not set, the CPU 103 sets the small hit end display timer to a display corresponding to the time during which the small hit end display is performed on the image display device 5 (small win end display time). A value corresponding to the time is set (step 010IWS452), and the process ends.

In step 010IWS453, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the small winning end display timer. Then, the CPU 103 checks whether the value of the small win end display timer is 0, that is, whether the small win end display time has elapsed (step 010IWS454). If the time has not elapsed, the process ends.

If the small winning end display time has elapsed, the CPU 103 checks whether the V winning flag is set (step 010IWS455). If the V winning flag is set, the V winning flag is reset (step 010IWS459). Further, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a jackpot start designation command to the production control CPU 120 (step 010IWS460). Further, the CPU 103 sets a timer for the time before opening the big prize opening (step 010IWS461).

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot start pre-processing (step 010IWS117) (step 010IWS462).

If it is confirmed in the process of step 010IWS455 that the V winning flag is not set, the CPU 103 resets the small win flag (step 010IWS463). Further, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a small hit end designation command to the performance control CPU 120 (step 010IWS464). Thereafter, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a normal state designation command to the production control CPU 120 (step 010IWS468).

Next, the jackpot ending process shown in FIG. 9-11 is executed. It is checked whether the jackpot end display timer is set (step 010IWS531), and if the jackpot end display timer is set, the process moves to step 010IWS535. If the jackpot end display timer is not set, the CPU 103 resets the jackpot flag or the small win flag (step 010IWS532), and performs control to send a jackpot end designation command (step 010IWS533). Then, the CPU 103 sets the jackpot end display timer to a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time during which the jackpot end display is performed on the image display device 5 (jackpot end display time) (step 010IWS534), and executes the process. finish.

In step 010IWS535, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the jackpot end display timer. Then, the CPU 103 checks whether the value of the jackpot end display timer is 0, that is, whether the jackpot end display time has elapsed (step 010IWS536). If the time has not elapsed, the process ends.

If the jackpot end display time has elapsed (Y in step 010IWS536), the CPU 103 checks whether the jackpot to be ended this time is 7R jackpot A or 10R jackpot A (step 010IWS537). It should be noted that whether or not it is 7R jackpot A or 10R jackpot A can be determined, for example, by checking the stop symbols of the special symbols stored in the stop symbol storage area in step 010IWS69. 7R jackpot A or 10R jackpot A, the CPU 103 sets the high base flag and controls the high base state (step 010IWS560). Further, the CPU 103 sets the high base number counter to "100" (step 010IWS561). Further, the CPU 103 performs control to transmit a high base state designation command to the production control CPU 120 (step 010IWS562). Then, the process moves to step 010IWS552.

If it is not 7R jackpot A or 10R jackpot A (that is, 7R jackpot B, 10R jackpot B), the CPU 103 performs control to send a normal state designation command to the performance control CPU 120 (step 1144SKYS002), and sets the special symbol process flag. The value of is updated to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal processing (step 010IWS110) (step 010IWS553).

The above is the explanation regarding the control aspects of the characteristic portions 1144SKY to 1148SKY.

(Explanation regarding the production aspects of characteristic part 1144SKY to characteristic part 1148SKY)
(Explanation regarding the production aspects of characteristic part 1144SKY to characteristic part 1148SKY)
Next, the performance aspects of the pachinko machine 1 of the characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY in this embodiment will be explained. The presentation surfaces of the characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY are shown in FIGS. 9-12 to 9-27.

(Example of production when variable display is executed in normal state (low base state))
FIGS. 9-12 is an example of a performance when the super reach α performance is executed after the variable display of decorative symbols becomes the reach state in the normal state. This super reach α performance is a performance that is executed when a fluctuation pattern command based on fluctuation pattern PA2-2 or fluctuation pattern PB1-2 is received, and is shown in Figures 9-12 (A) and 9-12 (B). As shown in , after the same number stops in the right decorative pattern 1144SKY001(a) and the left decorative pattern 1144SKY001(b) (so-called reach state), the background image is changed to a video dedicated to the super reach α effect. Switching and informing whether or not the variable display is controlled to be in a jackpot state. In this Super Reach α production, ally character 1144SKY002 (hereinafter sometimes referred to as ally character) and enemy character 1144SKY003 (hereinafter sometimes referred to as enemy character) fight, and if the ally character wins, it is a jackpot. This is an effect to notify that the game will be controlled in a jackpot state, and if the enemy character wins, to notify that the game will not be controlled in a jackpot state. At this time, the ally characters and the characters displayed as decorative patterns in FIG. 9-12(A) are characters that are positioned as allies of the story and allies of the player in the pachinko gaming machine of characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY, and are characters that are positioned as allies of the story and of the player. They may also appear in other preview performances that suggest that the characters will be controlled into a jackpot state regardless of the reach α performance, and the fact that these characters have an advantageous performance result is a good performance result for the player ( For example, the effect is to suggest that there is a high possibility that the game will be controlled into a jackpot state, or to notify that the game will be controlled into a jackpot state. Figures 9-12 (C) to 9-12 (H) are examples of actual Super Reach α effects, where an ally character attacks an enemy character and at the point in Figure 9-12 (E). As the characters WIN are displayed, it can be seen that the ally character wins and is then controlled to be in a jackpot state. In Figures 9-12 (F) and 9-12 (G), the display result of the decorative pattern indicating that the jackpot state is controlled (hereinafter sometimes referred to as the jackpot display result) is in the form of "666". A decorative pattern with diagonal eyes is displayed. This jackpot display result "666" is displayed in such a manner that it moves from the back side to the front side after the ally character wins in FIG. 9-12(E). By displaying the jackpot display result in this manner, it is possible to appeal to the player that the jackpot state is controlled with an impactful performance. As shown in Figure 9-12 (H), when the variable display stops, the jackpot display result as shown in Figure 9-12 (G) rapidly approaches the front side and remains extremely enlarged. To display a decorative pattern from the state to a size that is moderately easy to see. In addition, at this time, the final stop decorative pattern can also be emphasized by making the final stop decorative pattern "6" larger in size compared to the left and right decorative patterns. After this, the normal state shifts to the jackpot state. Furthermore, when the background image switches from the normal state (the background images in Figures 9-12(A) and 9-12(B)) to the Super Reach α production video, the display mode of the decorative pattern changes to the character image and number image. The display mode changes from a display mode consisting of , to a display mode consisting only of numeric images. In this way, during the Super Reach α production, the decorative patterns are displayed in a simple manner, so it is easy to recognize which numbers are reaching the reach state, and it is also possible to keep displaying decorative patterns that have a large amount of information. The performance effect of the super reach α performance can be prevented from being obstructed, and the player can concentrate on the video.

(Example of a performance that executes a 3-count performance when controlled from a normal state to a jackpot state and then to a high base state)
Figure 9-13 shows that when the control is in the high base state (hereinafter sometimes referred to as the time saving state), after the game media enters the second starting prize opening and the variable display is executed, the small It shows an example of the performance until it is controlled to a winning state. FIG. 9-13(A) shows the state immediately after being controlled to the high base state, and a character image of "Mumrush", which is the performance name of the high base state, is displayed. At this time, the number of pending memories is zero for each of the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol, and the variable display is not yet executed after shifting to the high base state. After this, the game medium enters the second starting prize opening at the timing shown in Figure 9-13 (B), and the second special symbol is variablely displayed from Figure 9-13 (C) to Figure 9-13 (G). It shows how it is being executed. 3 Displays 3, 2, and 1 in succession, such as ``san'' in Figure 9-13 (C), ``2'' in Figure 9-13 (D), and ``1'' in Figure 9-13 (E). A count performance is shown being executed, but this 3 count performance is a performance that is executed when the control to the small hit state (that is, the control to the actual jackpot state) is confirmed. be. As mentioned above, the pachinko gaming machines with characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY enter the jackpot state by placing the game medium in the special winning slot that is opened by controlling the small winning state during the high base state and making the V winning. The game adopts a so-called two-type or feather-type game in which the player is controlled by the player. In this embodiment, the small hit probability during the high base state is about 1/1.08, so the variable display of the second special symbol during the high base state will result in a small hit with almost 100% probability. The state will be controlled to a jackpot state. In a situation like this where it is clear that "variable display = almost a jackpot", executing a performance like the super reach α performance in the same way as in normal conditions will only make the performance redundant. Therefore, a simple performance configuration such as this 3-count performance is used to notify that the game will be controlled to a small hit state. The variable display time of the variable display in which the 3 count effect is executed is configured to be relatively short, and the variable display time when the super reach α effect in the normal state is executed or in the high base state described later. It is shorter than the variable display time of the variable display corresponding to the bow and arrow chance, and furthermore, no noticeable images are displayed other than the image of "3rd, 2nd, 1st", making it an extremely simple variable display. It is configured for display and performance. By doing this, the player will not feel any redundancy in terms of presentation, and it is possible to prevent the player from losing interest. Note that FIGS. 9-13(C) to 9-13(E) are 3-count display periods in which a 3-count effect is executed, and the effect structure of this period will be described in more detail later. Although not shown in the diagram, the 3-count performance is based on the default performance pattern (highest appearance rate) in which ``san'', ``2'', and ``1'' are displayed in a common display period, and the display period of each number is There are multiple types of special performance patterns that are separated. In this embodiment, when controlled to a high base state after being controlled to a jackpot state, the ratio of 3-count performance being executed in the special performance pattern is made higher than that in the default performance pattern. By doing this, although the performance structure is simple, it is possible to draw the attention of the player to which performance pattern the 3-count performance will be executed.

(Example of production when the special prize opening is opened during the high base state when the small winning state is controlled)
FIG. 9-14 shows an example of a performance when the special winning opening is opened under control to a small winning state in a high base state. Figure 9-14 (A) is set as the "Aim for V notification period" which will be described later, and after the special winning hole is opened, the game medium is entered into the V winning hole (specific area) provided in the special winning hole. In order to encourage the player to do so, an arrow image pointing to the lower left side of the board where the special prize opening is installed is displayed together with a character image of ``Aim for V''. Although not shown, the LED installed inside the special winning hole blinks and emits light to notify the player of the location of the special winning hole in addition to the character image and arrow image, so that the player can be sure to locate the special winning hole. This makes it possible to determine the location of the Figure 9-14 (B) shows that the moment a game medium enters the V-winning slot in the special winning slot, a character image of "V" is displayed in the center of the display area to notify the player that he has successfully won a V-winning slot. I am informing you. FIG. 9-14(C) shows an example of a performance in which a jackpot state is controlled based on the game medium winning a V prize, and a round performance is started in the subsequent round (2nd round). The round performance period shown in Figures 9-14(C) to 9-14(G) starts from the second round when the big prize opening is opened, and during the round performance, friendly characters and enemy characters This is a period in which a performance is performed in which a character fights and an ally character wins, thereby controlling to a high base state after the jackpot state (that is, consecutive wins continue). In FIG. 9-14(C), in addition to the enemy character 1144SKY003, three enemy characters, the enemy character 1144SKY010 and the enemy character 1144SKY011, are displayed. This indicates that the ally character will fight any enemy character after this timing, and the enemy character 1144SKY003 (Boingo) will be the opponent in the next round (3rd round). The rate at which the player is controlled to a high base state after the jackpot state differs depending on which of the three displayed enemy characters the ally character will fight against, and the player can It is important to pay attention to whether the enemy character is selected. As mentioned above, the gaming machines with characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY are recognized by players as "execution of variable display in high base state = control to almost jackpot state", so the performance during variable display is While it produces a sense of speed in which you can hit quickly in a short period of time like a 3-count production, once it is controlled to a jackpot state, it is only possible to control it to a high base state by performing a round production. It has a production structure that can suitably excite players by focusing on the following. As shown in FIGS. 9-14(E) to 9-14(G), it is reported that the ally character has won against the enemy character and will be controlled to a high base state after this jackpot state ends. FIG. 9-14 (H) shows that in the final round (10th round) of this jackpot state, a time-saving state continuation notification is performed to notify that the game will be controlled to a mum rush (high base state).

(Example of a performance when the variable display during the high base state becomes a loss and a "bow and arrow chance" performance corresponding to the loss is executed)
9-15 mainly shows an example of a performance when a performance of "bow and arrow chance" is executed. This bow and arrow chance is an effect that is executed during the variable display when a variable pattern command corresponding to the variable pattern PC3-6, PA4-1 selected during the high base state is received. Pachinko machines are designed so that they can rarely lose in high base conditions. In the event of a loss, we do not perform a 3-count performance that guarantees control to a jackpot state, but instead perform a bow and arrow chance, which is simply a performance specifically designed for losses. If this happens, the performance will only reduce the interest in the game, so the bow and arrow chance is executed in two cases: when the variable display shows that the small win A has been won, and when it is a loss. In this case, when a chance for a bow and arrow occurs, it will incite the possibility of "losing or being controlled to a jackpot state where the continuation of a high base state is confirmed", unlike when a 3-count effect is executed, The player pays attention to the performance while hoping that the result will be a controlled jackpot. In the feature section 1144SKY, the bow and arrow chance indicates the second performance. What is shown in FIG. 9-15 (A) is the title display at the beginning of Bow and Arrow Chance, and as the performance begins, the text image of "Yow and Arrow Chance" and ally character 1144SKY012 (hereinafter sometimes referred to as ally character) are displayed. . This bow and arrow chance starts at almost the same timing as the start of the variable display of the variable patterns PC3-6 and PA4-1. Next, FIG. 9-15(B) shows a rotating roulette image 1144SKY013 (hereinafter sometimes referred to as the roulette image), and when the player presses the production button, an ally character moves the roulette image with a bow and arrow. This is a staged scene where a shot is fired. As you can see from Figures 9-15 (C) and 9-15 (E), which will be described later, this roulette image consists of four options: a "congratulation" option and a "missing" option. By shooting a rotating roulette image through a rotating roulette image with a bow and arrow, an ally character is notified that it is a jackpot if it is a "celebration" and a loss if it is a "miss". What is shown in FIGS. 9-15(C) and 9-15(D) is the performance mode when it is announced that the bow and arrow chance will lead to a jackpot. When the arrow shot by an ally character hits the "congratulations", it is reported that the game is controlled to be in a jackpot state. In Figure 9-15 (D), it is shown that "666" is stopped as a jackpot display result, and although it is not shown, it is a jackpot in the counting effect as in the above-mentioned Figure 9-13 (F). Similar to the manner in which the display result ``666'' is stopped, ``666'' is displayed in a vigorously enlarged manner to give an impact of notification that it is controlled to be in a jackpot state. On the other hand, when notifying the deviation shown in FIGS. 9-15(E) and 9-15(F), "656" is faded in from a transparent state in FIG. 9-15(F). The game is displayed in a manner that is not very vigorous so as not to offend the player's emotions. Furthermore, as mentioned above, the variable display time for the bow and arrow chance is longer than the variable display time for the 3-count performance, and naturally the performance time for the bow and arrow chance itself is also longer than the performance time for the 3-count performance. ing. The bow and arrow chance is not a performance that focuses only on whether or not it will be controlled to a high base state like the 3 count performance, but it is a performance that focuses on whether or not it will be controlled to a jackpot state, so it will notify you of a jackpot or loss. This is because the purpose is to lengthen the variable display time until the end.

(Example of a performance when a special performance pattern round performance and relief performance are executed while being controlled to a small hit state during a high base state)
FIG. 9-16 mainly shows an example of a performance up to the execution of a relief performance based on reception of a variation pattern command corresponding to the variation pattern PC3-4. First, FIGS. 9-16(A) to 9-16(C) show special patterns for round effects. As mentioned above, the round performance is a performance to notify whether or not the high base state will be controlled after the jackpot state. What is shown in FIG. 9-14 is the default pattern in this round performance, and is the performance mode with the highest appearance rate. On the other hand, what is shown in Figures 9-16(A) to 9-16(C) is a special pattern in which a different ally character appears at the third round and joins the ally character who was already fighting. It's a performance. This special pattern round effect is executed only when controlled to a high base state, that is, as shown in Figure 9-16 (A), the text image of "Join Jam" and an ally character are displayed. At this point, the continuation of the consecutive housing is certain. This special pattern has a lower appearance rate than the default pattern, making it a rare production. What is shown in Figures 9-16 (D) to 9-16 (E) is that the friendly character loses to the enemy character in the round performance, that is, after the jackpot state, it is announced that the high base state will not be controlled. This is an example of a round performance. In this figure 9-16, it is announced by the relief effect that the state will be controlled to a high base state after the jackpot state, but if it is truly controlled to a jackpot state such as small hit B where the series ends, After this, as shown in FIG. 9-16(F), a result display effect is executed to notify the player of the balls obtained during the consecutive games, and control is returned to the normal state. In FIG. 9-16, it is reported that the rescue effect is executed while the result display effect is being executed, and that the high base state is controlled. As shown here, there are multiple types of timings at which it is definitely notified that the high base state will be controlled after the round performance. The timing when an ally character wins in the 9th round with the default pattern round production, and the timing when the ally character participates in the battle in the 3rd round, which is much earlier than the default pattern with the special pattern round production, and victory is certain. The timing is such that the rescue performance is performed after all the round performances are completed and while the result display performance is being executed. Comparing the proportions of these appearances, it is found that the default pattern round performance > relief performance > special pattern round performance, and players have a sense of expectation that the consecutive wins will continue until the end. .

(Comparison between when a 3 count effect is executed and when a bow and arrow chance is executed)
FIG. 9-17 compares the performance configuration and the timing of various performance processing when a 3-count performance is executed and when a bow and arrow chance is executed. The execution period of the 3 count performance and the bow and arrow chance performance is almost equal to the variable display time, and starts immediately after the game medium enters the second starting prize opening. Characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY are provided with a period of so-called normal variable display (normal fluctuation) in which decorative patterns are displayed variably in the normal state, but in the high base state even when variable display is started, A general variable display such as scrolling a decorative pattern downwards is not performed. This is because, as mentioned above, executing a variable display will almost certainly lead to control to a jackpot state, so there is little point in using a general scroll display, and it is necessary to avoid redundant production. (Although not shown in the figure, the small designs are displayed so that it can be visually recognized that they are being displayed in a variable manner.) In the pachinko machines with characteristic parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY, the rate of selection of variable pattern PC3-2 is highest in the high base state, so the main performance in the high base state is the round performance from the 3 count performance. This is inciting the continuation of the series. By doing this, the average variable display time during the high base state can be shortened, and as a result, the interval between jackpot states can be shortened, and the speed of successive winnings can be produced. Can be done. In addition, if the display result is a loss, by preparing a performance such as a bow and arrow chance, a variable display performance that focuses on whether or not it will be controlled to a jackpot state will be executed, and the speed of consecutive shots and the jackpot state will be executed. You can enjoy both the excitement of being controlled or not.

(Regarding the timing at which definitive notification is executed in the 3-count performance when controlled to a jackpot state where a high base state is given)
What is shown in FIG. 9-18 is a comparison of the notification timing that the continuation is confirmed when the game is controlled to be in a high base state, that is, when consecutive games continue. The second effect used in the characteristic part 1145SKY is a chance up effect of 3 count effect. As described above, the pattern called the first pattern is the most common one in feature parts 1144SKY to 1148SKY, and after the execution of the 3 count effect, the ally character becomes 9 during the round effect. This is a pattern in which a player wins against an enemy character in a round, and continuous notification of a time-saving state is performed during the round performance. In the pattern called the second pattern, a CU (chance up effect) occurs during the 3-count effect, an ally character wins against the enemy character in 9 rounds during the round effect, and a time-saving state occurs during the round effect. This is a pattern in which continuous notification is performed. The details of the 3-count performance in which this CU occurs will be described later. The pattern called the third pattern is that during the round performance after the execution of the 3-count performance, the ally character is defeated by the enemy character in the 9th round during the round performance, and after the time-saving state is temporarily discontinued. , is a pattern that notifies that the time saving state continues. Further, the notification that the time saving state will continue may be performed in the ninth round, or may be performed in the ending period after the end of the round performance. As described above, in this embodiment, the timing at which definitive notification is performed is divided into three main patterns: during variable display, when the jackpot state is being controlled, and finally after the jackpot state. This allows players to maintain a sense of anticipation for the performance until the end. These first to third patterns are executed at different rates in the high base state, and the execution rates are in the order of first pattern>third pattern>second pattern. The purpose of this execution ratio is primarily to prevent the gambling aspect from becoming too high. As mentioned above, the first pattern consists of a relatively short variable display time in order to produce the speed of successive shots, and the main pattern in the high base state is to incite in the subsequent round production. This is the most frequently executed pattern because it is the effect of the following, but if only this first pattern occurs, it may be possible to produce a sense of speed, but it may also become monotonous. Therefore, by providing a performance pattern, such as a second pattern, in which a definitive notification is made at the fastest timing when a CU occurs, the decrease in interest is suppressed. However, in the first and second patterns, the performance time (variable display time) remains relatively short, and the control interval for the jackpot state is short, and the balls acquired in a short period of time are in larger chunks, which reduces the gambling experience. It is also possible that it will become extremely high. Therefore, by making the execution ratio of the third pattern higher than that of the second pattern and separately executing the relief performance, the control interval of the jackpot state can be appropriately spaced, and the gambling quality can be prevented from becoming too high.
In addition, regarding the second pattern mentioned above, when the 3-count performance is executed, it is determined that the time saving state will continue, so during the subsequent round performance, the time saving state will continue after once announcing the non-continuation of the time saving state. There is no relief pattern such as notification. As soon as the 3-count performance with chance up is executed, the player knows that the time-saving state will continue, and if it is postponed until the relief pattern after the round performance, the player will feel troublesome, so the relief pattern I try not to set it. As a modified example, even when the second pattern is selected and a 3-count performance with a chance up pattern is executed, the relief pattern is provided to the extent that it does not exceed the ratio of the relief pattern executed in the third pattern. You can also do it.

(About the pattern that displays the decorative pattern "666" as a jackpot display result in the normal state)
FIG. 9-19 shows a pattern in which a decorative symbol "666" is displayed as a jackpot result in a normal state. Figures 9-19 (A) to 9-19 (G) are a series of production flows, and as a jackpot display result, after the ally character wins, the decorative symbol "666" moves from the back of the screen to the front. It shows that it is moving. Figure 9-19(A) shows the part before the notification that the control is in an advantageous state (the advantageous state is during the fanfare period before the start of the jackpot round, during the jackpot round period, when the jackpot round is (including the ended ending period), represents the state before the decorative pattern is displayed. Furthermore, FIGS. 9-19(B) and 9-19(C) show that the decorative pattern "666" is gradually moving toward the front and expanding. In Figure 9-19(D), the decorative pattern has moved to the front side and the decorative pattern "666" has been expanded to its maximum size. The pattern is displayed off-screen. In particular, by cutting off the decorative pattern screen from the screen when enlarging and displaying the central decorative pattern, it is possible to emphasize that the jackpot state is controlled. FIG. 9-19(E) shows a state in which the decorative pattern "666", which has reached its maximum size in FIG. 9-19(D), is about to move to the back of the screen. FIG. 9-19(F) shows that the decorative pattern "666" is gradually reduced from FIG. 9-19(D). As shown in FIG. 9-19(G), the decorative pattern moves toward the back side while shrinking, and the decorative pattern stops. Also, in Figures 9-19(A) to 9-19(G), the decorative pattern in the middle is larger than the decorative pattern on the left and right until it moves from the back side of the screen to the front side and stops after zooming out. displayed in size. When the decorative pattern stops in the normal state, it is shown that the left and right decorative patterns and the middle decorative pattern overlap. After that, the game moves to jackpot round A.

The patterns in Figures 9-19 (H) to 9-19 (M) indicate that the decorative pattern "666" is rotated and enlarged as it moves from the back side of the screen to the front side. . Figures 9-19 (I) and 9-19 (L) show the decorative pattern “666” changing, but this means that the decorative pattern “666” is moving while rotating. It shows. The operation of the decorative pattern "666" shown in Figures 9-19 (G) to 9-19 (L) moving from the back side of the drawing to the front side and enlarging and reducing it is shown in Figure 9-19 (A). ~ Since it is the same as FIG. 9-19(G), the following description will be omitted.

(About the pattern that displays the decorative pattern "666" as a jackpot display result in a high base state)
FIG. 9-20 shows a pattern in which a decorative symbol "666" is displayed as a jackpot result in the time saving state. Figures 9-20 (A) to 9-20 (G) are a series of production flows, and Figure 9-20 (A) is the part before notifying that the control is in an advantageous state, and the decorative symbols It represents the state before it is displayed. (Figure 9-20 (A) is the period before the decorative pattern expansion.) Also, Figure 9-20 (B) shows the state in which the decorative pattern "666" has been expanded to the maximum after the 3-count effect described above has been executed. Is displayed. By moving (vibrating, rocking) when displaying the decorative pattern "666" in an enlarged manner, it is possible to show the display of the decorative pattern with an impact to the player. FIGS. 9-20(C), 9-20(D), and 9-20(E) show that the operation continues while the decorative pattern "666" is enlarged. Further, FIG. 9-20(F) shows that the operation of the decorative pattern "666" has been completed. FIG. 9-20(G) shows that the movement of the decorative symbols has ended and the three ornamental symbols "666" have stopped at the same size and at equal intervals. After that, the decorative pattern "666" is erased and the process shifts to the "time saving state BONUS notification period". In the normal state, when the decorative pattern "666" was enlarged, the center, left and right decorative patterns were cut off. By adding an action of cutting off and vibrating the decorative symbols, the decorative symbols can be displayed more emphatically to the player than the display of the decorative symbols in the normal state.

As a modified example, in order to gradually enlarge the decorative pattern "666" in the display pattern of the decorative pattern shown in FIGS. 9-20(H) to 9-20(K), and to emphasize that it has been enlarged. , there may be a pattern that allows the decorative pattern to be cut off even in the time saving state. By enlarging the decorative pattern "666" to the maximum size, erasing it without reducing it, and moving to the "Aim for V notification period", the player can be entertained without impairing the sense of speed of the performance.

(Comparison of patterns that display the decorative pattern "666" as a jackpot display result in the normal state and high base state)
The special state is a high base state and represents a time saving state.
In the normal state, the decorative pattern is displayed in such a manner that an ally character is drawn within the number of the decorative pattern, as shown in FIG. 9-19. On the other hand, the display mode of the decorative pattern displayed during the special state is composed of only numbers, and the mode of only numbers is common, but during the special state, a decorative pattern with no ally character drawn is displayed. . By doing so, when notifying that the special state is controlled to be a jackpot state, the player can easily recognize the decorative pattern even if it is enlarged and displayed while performing the special operation.

(About the output sound that varies depending on the number when displaying the decorative symbol "666" as a jackpot display result in a high base state)
When the decorative pattern "666" is displayed in FIGS. 9-21(A) to 9-21(F), it is displayed while performing an action (vibration, rocking) as described above. While being displayed in FIGS. 9-21(A) to 9-21(C), the first sound is output when the decorative pattern is an even number. FIGS. 9-21(G) to 9-21(L) show a state in which the decorative pattern "777" is displayed in an enlarged manner. When the decorative pattern "777" is displayed, it is also displayed while performing motion (vibration, rocking). Furthermore, when the decorative pattern "777" is displayed, a second sound different from the first sound that is output when the decorative pattern "666" is displayed is output. By varying the output sound depending on the number, the decorative pattern can be emphasized not only by the enlarged display and movement but also by the output sound.

(Comparison of fluctuation time in normal state, fluctuation time in high base state, and display time of decorative designs)
Figure 9-22 shows the fluctuation period in the normal state and the fluctuation period in the time-saving state, and when comparing the reach performance period in the normal state and the 3-count performance period in the time-saving state, the reach performance period in the normal state is better. It has been set for a long time. Also, compare the decorative pattern display period that is displayed to notify that the jackpot state will be controlled in the normal state and the decorative pattern display period that is displayed to notify that the jackpot state will be controlled in the time saving state. Then, the period is set longer in the time saving state.

Although not shown in the drawings, the fluctuation time when controlled to a jackpot in the special state and the fluctuation time to a winning state are greater than the fluctuation time when controlled to a jackpot in the special state and when controlled to a lost state. The fluctuation time when controlled is short.

(Comparison of fluctuation periods between normal state and time-saving state)
As shown in FIG. 9-22, it is a time chart showing the period of variation between the normal state and the special state. As shown in the figure, the variable period including the ready-to-reach performance period and the decorative symbol display period in the normal state is longer than the variable period including the 3-count performance period and the decorative symbol display period in the special state.

(Explanation of the period from when the normal state decorative pattern is displayed until it stops)
1. T0...Production start point 2. T1...Production scene switching period (Figure 9-19 (A))
3. T2...Period until decorative design expansion (Figure 9-19 (B) to Figure 9-19 (C))
4. T3...Decoration pattern maximum expansion period (Figure 9-19 (D))
5. T4... Decorative pattern return period (Figure 9-19 (E) to Figure 9-19 (F))
6. T5...Symbol stop period (Figure 9-19 (G))
7. T6...Production start point 8. T7...Production scene switching period (Figure 9-20 (A))
9. T8...Period until decorative design enlargement (period between Figure 9-20 (A) and (B))
10. T9...Maximum expansion period of decorative design (Figure 9-20 (B) to Figure 9-20 (E))
11. T10... Decorative pattern return period (Figure 9-20 (F))
12. T11...Symbol stop period (Figure 9-20 (G))
(Comparison of the period before the enlarged display of decorative patterns in the normal state and high base state)
The pre-enlargement display period of the first period in the characteristic portion 1147SKY is the period from FIG. 9-19(A) to FIG. 9-19(C). Further, the second period shorter than the first period in the characteristic portion 1147SKY is the period shown in FIG. 9-20(A).
As shown in Figure 9-23, the production scene switching period T1 and the decorative pattern enlargement before the decorative pattern "666" is displayed, which is displayed when notifying that the jackpot state is controlled during the fluctuation of the normal state. This is a comparison between the period T2 up to this point and the period T8 before the decorative symbol "666" is displayed when notifying that the jackpot state will be controlled during the fluctuation of the special state. The decorative pattern pre-enlargement period in the normal state is the period from drawings T1 to T2. The period before decorative pattern expansion in the special state indicates the period from T7 to T8. The period in which the decorative pattern "666" that informs that the jackpot state is controlled in the normal state is displayed in the maximum size is the maximum decorative pattern enlargement period. The period in which the decorative symbol "666" that informs that the jackpot state is controlled in the time saving state is displayed in the maximum size is the decorative symbol maximum enlargement period. As shown in the figure, in the time saving state, the period for maximally enlarging the decorative symbols displayed when notifying that the jackpot state is controlled is longer than the period for maximally enlarging the ornamental symbols displayed in the normal state. When comparing the period T2, which is the period before the decorative pattern is enlarged to the maximum, and the period T8, the period T2 in the normal state is shorter than the period T9 in the special state. If the time before the enlarged display of the decorative pattern is made longer than in the normal state, there is a possibility that the player will not be able to see the fast performance even though he/she wants to see it. In order to prevent this situation, the gaming machine shown in Figure 9-1 is designed to be controlled to an immediate jackpot state, even from the jackpot judgment value, so in the special state, the display of the decorative pattern is By shortening the period, it is possible to prevent the production effect from being impaired.

Further, after the period T3 in the normal state, there is a decorative pattern return period (T4, hereinafter referred to as T4), and in the special state, similarly, after the period T9, there is a decorative pattern return period (T10, hereinafter referred to as T10). The period T10 is set shorter than the period T4. By doing so, it is possible to maintain the ball dispensing speed in a time-saving state.

(Regarding the performance execution period and changes in the performance mode of the 3-count performance)
The first period in the feature section 1148SKY indicates the period in which the specific effect (hereinafter referred to as 3-count effect) "3" is displayed, and the second period is the period in which the 3-count effect "2" is displayed. The third period is the period during which "1" of the 3-count effect is displayed.
FIG. 9-24 is a diagram showing the execution period of the 3-count performance described above and changes in the performance mode of the 3-count performance. As shown in Figure 9-24 (A), the 3-count effect consists of a first period in which “san” is displayed, a second period in which “ni” is displayed after the first period, and a second period in which “ni” is displayed. It consists of the third period of ``Ichi'' which takes place later. The 3-count production can change the production mode in the first period, second period, and third period, and the mode in which the production mode does not change is the normal mode, and the state in which the production mode has changed is shown in the diagram described later. As shown in Figures 9-25 (D) to 9-25 (F), the characters "San", "2", and "I" are glossier than normal characters, and the background color is different from the normal 3 count effect. (Specific mode) Furthermore, as shown in Figure 9-24 (B), regarding the rate of change in performance mode in the 3-count performance, the performance mode changes in the third period more than when the performance mode changes in the first period (first execution pattern). The ratio when the number changes (second execution pattern) is set high (see the table of 3 count performance selection ratio when controlled to the jackpot state in the special state described in Figure 9-26 (A) described later) ). By doing so, it is possible to create a sense of expectation that the 3-count performance may change at the end, and it is possible to draw attention to the latter half of the 3-count performance.

As shown in FIG. 9-24(C), the rate at which the presentation mode changes between the first period and the third period is higher than when the presentation mode changes during the second period, which is the execution period of the 3-count effect. Since the performance mode changes at a high rate between the first period at the beginning of the three-count performance and the third period at the end, attention can be drawn to the performance from the beginning to the second half of the three-count performance.

(About the 3 count performance pattern)
FIG. 9-25 shows a pattern of the 3-count performance, and indicates whether the performance mode changes at any one of the timings of the first period, the second period, and the third period described above. As modified examples of Figures 9-25 (J) to 9-25 (L), Figures 9-25 (M) to 9-25 (O) show that the character displayed on the background is pointing at a 3-count effect. This shows a state in which the count effects of ``san'', ``ni'', and ``ichi'' are performed. Further, FIG. 9-25(O) shows that the presentation mode of the characters is different. A normal 3-count performance is performed using only numbers, but by performing a 3-count performance using characters, the 3-count performance can be made even more exciting.
Also, although it is omitted in the drawing, when the execution period of the 3-count effects of "3", ``2'', and ``1'' is 10,000 ms, which is longer than the normal 6,000 ms, the normal 3-count effects are executed. It is easier to be controlled to an advantageous state than when it is controlled.

Although not shown in the illustration, the first period for displaying "san" to execute the 3-count effect, the second period for displaying "two", and the third period for displaying "ichi" are displayed for each period. There is a pattern that changes the background. For example, in Figure 9-25 (A), when the ``san'' is displayed, the background is a space image, but when the ``2'' is displayed, the background is an ocean image. Create a pattern to change. By changing the background for each period, you can further enhance the 3-count performance.

(About the selection ratio of 3 count effects in special state and normal state)
FIG. 9-26(A) is a table showing the selection ratio of the 3-count performance in the special state. 3CA-1 is the default 3-count performance (pattern 1), and 3CA-2 changes the performance mode at the timing of "1" within the period of "3", "2", and "1" of the 3-count performance. 3CA-3 is a performance pattern in which the performance mode changes at the timing of "2" within the period of "3", "2", and "1" of the 3 count performance, and 3CA-4 is , is a performance pattern in which the performance mode changes at the timing of ``san'' within the period of ``san'', ``2'', and ``1'' of the 3-count performance. 3CA indicates that the 3 count effect is a hit.

FIG. 9-26(B) is a table showing the selection ratio of the 3-count performance when controlled to the off state in the normal state. 3CH-1 is the default 3 count performance. In 3CA-1 and 3CH-1, the 3-count performance itself is the same when it is controlled to a jackpot state and when it is controlled to a losing state.

(1144SKY modification example Regarding the execution ratio of the 1st performance, 2nd performance, and 3rd performance)
Figure 9-27 is a modified example of 1144SKY, in a high base state, it is undetermined whether it will be controlled to the jackpot state that will be executed or not.If the round performance is executed after the 3 count performance and the performance is successful, it will be controlled to the jackpot state. There is a bow and arrow chance in which the high base state continues, and a gathering performance in which the jackpot state is controlled and it is confirmed that the high base state continues when executed after the 3 count performance, as shown in Figure 9-27 (A). As an example of the rally effect, the words ``Aim for V and gather your friends'' are written, and this is an effect that is executed during the ``Aim for V announcement period.'' As shown in Figure 9-27 (B), before the game medium wins the V prize, the character cannot be clearly seen as shown in 1144SKY014, and in Figure 9-27 (C), the character is not clearly visible before the game medium wins the V prize. This indicates that the character has won a prize, and the character that was not clearly visible in FIG. 9-27(B) has become visible as shown in 1144SKY015. The performance execution ratio is executed in the order of 3 count performance>bow and arrow chance>gathering performance. By doing so, it is possible to show during the round whether or not the high base state will continue, increasing the player's sense of elation, and by providing multiple performance patterns in which the high base continues, the player It can give you a sense of security.

(Relationship and explanation of each term)
The first pattern is also referred to as a normal pattern. This is the pattern with the highest occupancy rate, and it is called normal because it does not increase chances.
The third pattern is also referred to as a relief pattern. It is called "Salvation" because after losing once, it appears to be revived or a character appears that rescues the character.
The first advantageous state refers to a state in which the variable display that won the second starting prize opening during the time saving state is controlled to the time saving state.
The second advantageous state refers to a state in which the variable display that won the second starting prize opening during the time saving state is controlled to the normal state.

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

Claims (1)

A gaming machine that has a variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to a player,
Equipped with display means,
controllable into a normal state and a special state that is more easily controlled to the advantageous state than the normal state;
The variable display time of the variable display that is determined to be controlled to the advantageous state in the special state is shorter than the variable display time of the variable display that is determined to be controlled to the advantageous state in the normal state. ,
The display means is
Decorative identification information before notifying that the control will be in the advantageous state in a manner that notifies the user that the control will be in the advantageous state during the variable display in which it is determined that the control will be in the advantageous state in the normal state. The decoration identification information can be enlarged and displayed, and the decoration identification information can be enlarged and displayed at the maximum size from the start of the enlargement display through the first period before enlargement display,
Decorative identification information before notifying that the advantageous state will be controlled in a manner that notifies the user that the advantageous state will be controlled during the variable display in which it is determined that the special state will be controlled to the advantageous state. It is possible to enlarge and display the decorative identification information, and after a second pre-enlarged display period from the start of the enlarged display which is shorter than the first period, the decorative identification information is enlarged and displayed at the maximum size. It is possible to
After the decoration identification information is enlarged and displayed at the maximum size in the special state, during the period when the decoration identification information is returned to the size before being enlarged, the decoration identification information is enlarged and displayed at the maximum size in the normal state. shorter than the period in which the decoration identification information returns to its previous size after being enlarged.
A gaming machine characterized by:

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