JP7448175B2 - gaming machine - Google Patents

Description

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

In a pachinko game machine, which is an example of a game machine, for example, as described in Patent Document 1 below, it is determined whether or not there is a jackpot based on the ball entering the starting hole, and based on the result of the determination, , a special game advantageous to the player is executed. In the gaming machine described in this document, when it is determined that the jackpot has been won, a resurrection effect may be performed in which the player pretends that it is not a jackpot and then announces that it has been determined that the jackpot has been won. .

Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2017-184839

However, in recent years, there are many gaming machines that can perform a revival effect, such as the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, so the mere fact that a revival effect may be performed sometimes lacks interest. There was room for improvement.

The gaming machine of the present invention includes:
a determining means for determining whether to execute a special game advantageous to the player;
special game execution means for executing the special game based on the result of the determination;
A performance control means capable of controlling the performance,
The performance control means is
Performing a fluctuating performance in which a performance pattern is variably displayed in response to the determination made by the determination means;
During the variable display of the performance symbols, it is possible to perform a specific performance that can branch to a success performance that suggests that the special game will be executed, or a failure performance that suggests that the special game will not be executed. and
When the successful performance is executed, the performance symbols are stopped and displayed in a specific manner suggesting that the special game will be executed, while when the failure performance is executed, the performance symbols are displayed so that the special game will not be executed. A gaming machine that can stop and display in a non-specific manner that suggests
The performance control means is
When it is determined by the determination means to execute the special game, after performing the failure performance and the stop display of the performance symbols in the non-specific manner, it is as if the next variable performance was newly started. After displaying the effect pattern in a variable manner again, a revival effect indicating that the special game will be executed may be performed.
After the failure performance, the performance symbol is displayed in a variable manner again until the revival performance is performed, by performing a performance that is the same as or similar to a predetermined performance that may be performed at the start of the fluctuation performance, and performing the revival. This is a gaming machine characterized by executing performances .

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

FIG. 3 is a front view of the gaming machine. It is a front view of a game board unit. It is a front view showing the second grand prize winning device etc. in detail. It is a front view of display devices. (A) is a front view of the performance unit when the above-board movable device and the under-board movable device are in standby state, and (B) is a front view of the performance unit when the above-board movable device and the under-board movable device are activated. It is a front view. FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing the electrical configuration of the main control board. FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing the electrical configuration of a sub-control board. (A) is a table showing random numbers related to general drawings, and (B) is a table showing random numbers related to special drawings. (A) is an example of a hit determination table, (B) is an example of a regular pattern fluctuation pattern determination table, and (C) is an example of an auxiliary game control table. (A) is an example of a jackpot determination table, (B) is an example of a jackpot symbol type determination table, and (C) is an example of a reach determination table. This is an example of a special figure 1 variation pattern determination table. This is an example of a special figure 2 variation pattern determination table. This is an example of a look-ahead determination table. This is an example of a jackpot game control table. It is an explanatory diagram of a gaming state. It is an explanatory diagram showing a concrete example of production mode. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of normal variation of special figure variation performance. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of N reach of the special figure variation effect. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of SP reach of the special figure variation effect. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of a hold effect. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a movable body effect. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of operation performance. It is a flowchart of main control main processing. 3 is a flowchart of main side timer interrupt processing. It is a flowchart of sub-control main processing. It is a flowchart of 1ms timer interrupt processing. It is a flowchart of 10ms timer interrupt processing. This is a jackpot game control table related to the characteristic part of the pachinko game machine PY1. This is a fluctuation pattern determination table relating to the characteristic part of the pachinko gaming machine PY1, and is a fluctuation pattern determination table of the special drawing 1 in a non-time saving state. This is a variation pattern determination table related to the characteristic part of the pachinko gaming machine PY1, and is a variation pattern determination table for special drawings 2 from the 1st variation to the 30th variation in a high probability state and a time saving state. This is a table for determining the operation unit used for operation performance in the event of winning or losing. It is a table showing the relationship between revival performance and symbol promotion performance. This is a lottery table for previewing mini-character operations. It is a diagram showing a specific example of battle reach. It is a diagram showing the performance development after the successful performance is executed in the battle reach. It is a diagram showing the performance development after the failure performance is executed in the battle reach. FIG. 36(D) is a diagram illustrating the production development following FIG. 36(D), and is a diagram illustrating a specific example where a revival production is executed after a failure production is executed in a battle reach. FIG. 7 is a diagram showing a specific example of a mini-character operation notice. It is a diagram showing a specific example of story reach. It is a diagram showing the performance development after the failure performance is executed in the story reach. It is a timing chart for explaining the execution timing of the resurrection effect in the battle revival jackpot variation and the execution timing of the revival effect in the story revival jackpot variation. It is a diagram showing a specific example of a collision effect.

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

1. Structure of the gaming machine The first form of pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained. First, the structure of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained using FIGS. 1 to 5. In the following description, the horizontal, vertical, and vertical directions of each part of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 refer to the horizontal, vertical, and vertical directions (as viewed from the front) for the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Furthermore, "front" is the direction from the pachinko machine PY1 toward the player facing the pachinko machine PY1, and "back" is the direction from the player facing the pachinko machine PY1 toward the pachinko machine PY1. shall be.

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

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

A first input device (hereinafter referred to as "normal button") 40 that can be pressed down is provided on the upper surface of the lower decorative body 36 in front of the upper plate 34 . In addition, a second input device (hereinafter referred to as a "special button") 41 that can be pressed downward is provided on the right decorative body 32 that is formed to protrude forward from the right edge of the surface of the front frame 23m. .

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Note that it is possible to provide only one of the first grand prize device 14D and the second grand prize device 15D within a range that does not interfere with the game. Further, depending on the gameplay, it is possible to provide a configuration in which two grand prize devices without a specific area or distribution device, such as the first grand prize device 14D, are provided.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The image display device 50 is configured with, for example, a 20-inch 3D liquid crystal display, and includes a display section 50a that can display a 3D image. Note that the image display device 50 may be any other display device, such as one configured with a plurality of liquid crystal displays or an EL (Electro Luminescence) display, as long as it is capable of displaying images. You can.

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

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

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

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

Furthermore, the pachinko game machine PY1 includes a power supply board 190. The power supply board 190 supplies power to the main control board 100, sub-control board 120, and payout control board 170, and also supplies necessary power to other devices via these boards. A backup power supply circuit 192 is provided on the power supply board 190. The backup power supply circuit 192 supplies power to a gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100 and a production RAM 124 of the sub-control board 120, which will be described later, when power is not supplied to the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Therefore, the information stored in the gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100 and the performance RAM 124 of the sub-control board 120 is retained even when the power is cut off to the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Further, a power switch 191 is connected to the power supply board 190. The ON/OFF operation of the power switch 191 switches the power on/off. In addition, the main control board 100 may be provided with a backup power circuit for the gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100, or the sub-control board 120 may be provided with a backup power circuit for the performance RAM 124 of the sub-control board 120.

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

The gaming ROM 103 stores programs for performing main control main processing, main side timer interrupt processing, etc., which will be described later. In addition, the gaming ROM 103 includes a jackpot determination table, a jackpot symbol type determination table, a reach determination table, a special pattern fluctuation pattern determination table, a look-ahead determination table, a jackpot game control table, a hit determination table, and a regular pattern fluctuation pattern determination table, which will be described later. , auxiliary game control table, etc. are stored. Note that the gaming ROM 103 may be externally attached. Further, the gaming RAM 104 is provided with the above-mentioned special symbol reservation storage section 105, regular symbol reservation storage section 106, and the like.

The main control board 100 also includes a gaming I/O (Input/Output) port section 118 for inputting and outputting data and signals, and a gaming CPU 102 for clearing information stored in the gaming RAM 104. A RAM clear switch 119 is mounted for this purpose.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Various actuators connected to the sub-control board 120 include an on-panel drive motor 55 m that drives the on-panel movable device 55 , an under-panel drive motor 56 m that drives the under-panel movable device 56 , and a frame that drives the frame movable device 58 . It includes a drive motor 58m, etc. The performance control microcomputer 121 can drive these motors and cause each movable device to perform a predetermined operation. In detail, the performance control microcomputer 121 creates operation pattern data that determines the operation mode of each movable device, and controls the operation of each movable device via the lamp control circuit 151. Note that the type and number of actuators connected to the sub-control board 120 can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

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

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

3. Main games played by the gaming machine Next, main games played by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained using FIGS. 8 to 15. Note that the tables shown in FIGS. 8 to 15 are general ones for explaining this item, and tables other than these are shown in the explanation of "Characteristics of Pachinko Machine PY1" described later. In this case, it is assumed that the table is used in the pachinko game machine PY1. However, for configurations that do not show a separate table in the explanation of "Characteristics of Pachinko machine PY1" described later, it is assumed that the table shown in this item is used. It is also possible to change the configuration in which a different table is shown in the explanation of "Characteristics" to the table shown in this item.

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

When the pachinko game machine PY1 performs a series of games such as this (general drawing lottery, variable display of general drawings, auxiliary game), the pachinko game machine PY1 obtains general drawing related random numbers when the general drawing starting condition is established. As shown in FIG. 8(A), the obtained ordinary symbol-related random numbers include ordinary symbol random numbers. The normal symbol random number is a random number for determining a hit. Random numbers are also called judgment information. A range is appropriately set for the random number.

3-1-1. Win Judgment The win judgment is a judgment for determining whether or not there is a win (whether or not to execute the auxiliary game) according to a hit judgment table as shown in FIG. 9(A). The hit determination table is associated with a gaming state that will be described later. That is, the hit determination table includes a hit determination table used in the non-time-saving state (non-time-saving hit determination table) and a hit determination table used in the time-saving state (time-saving hit determination table). In each hit determination table, determination values of normal symbol random numbers (normal symbol random number values) are assigned to hits and losses that are the results of the hit determination. Therefore, the pachinko game machine PY1 determines whether it is a hit or a loss by determining the acquired normal symbol random number according to the hit determination table. Then, based on the result of the hit determination, a normal pattern variation pattern is determined for variable display of the normal pattern. If the result of the hit determination is a hit, basically the winning symbol is stopped and displayed in the variable display of the common symbol. On the other hand, if the result of the hit determination is a loss, basically the losing common map is stopped and displayed in the variable display of the common symbol. Note that the winning probability can be changed as appropriate. Furthermore, the hit determination table does not need to be divided for each gaming state.

3-1-2. Ordinary figure fluctuation The ordinary figure fluctuation pattern determination is a determination for determining the ordinary figure fluctuation pattern according to the ordinary figure fluctuation pattern determination table as shown in FIG. 9(B). The ordinary figure fluctuation pattern is identification information regarding predetermined matters related to variable display of ordinary figures, such as ordinary figure fluctuation time.

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

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

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

The elements constituting the auxiliary game (auxiliary game component) include various elements such as the number of times the electric chew 12D is opened and the opening time for each opening. Each of these elements is associated with a gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state). Pachinko gaming machine PY1 controls the auxiliary game according to the auxiliary game control table as shown in FIG. 9(C) based on the gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state). The auxiliary game control table is associated with a game state (non-time saving state/time saving state). Each auxiliary game control table stores auxiliary game components. Note that the number of openings and opening time for each of these elements can be changed as appropriate.

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

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

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

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

Pachinko game machine PY1 acquires a special pattern-related random number when a starting condition is established in order to play a series of games (special pattern drawing, variable display of special pattern, jackpot game, and setting of gaming state). Perform various judgments regarding random numbers. As shown in FIG. 8(B), the special pattern related random numbers to be acquired include special pattern random numbers (jackpot random numbers), jackpot pattern type random numbers, reach random numbers, and special pattern fluctuation pattern random numbers. The special symbol random number is a random number for determining a jackpot. The jackpot symbol type random number is a random number for determining the jackpot symbol type. The reach random number is a random number for determining reach. The special symbol variation pattern random number is a random number for determining the variation pattern of the special symbol. Random numbers are also called judgment information. Each random number has an appropriate range.

3-2-1. Jackpot Judgment Jackpot Judgment is a judgment for determining whether or not it is a jackpot (whether or not to execute a jackpot game) according to a jackpot judgment table as shown in FIG. 10(A). The jackpot determination table is associated with the gaming state, specifically whether it is a normal probability state or a high probability state. That is, the jackpot determination table includes a jackpot determination table used in the normal probability state (normal probability jackpot determination table) and a jackpot determination table used in the high probability state (high probability jackpot determination table).

In each jackpot determination table, special symbol random number determination values (special symbol random number values) are assigned to jackpots and losses that are the results of the jackpot determination. The pachinko game machine PY1 determines whether it is a jackpot or a loss by determining the acquired special symbol random number according to the jackpot determination table. As shown in FIG. 10(A), the high probability jackpot determination table has more special symbol random number determination values that are determined to be a jackpot than the normal probability jackpot determination table. Furthermore, the probability of winning a jackpot can be changed as appropriate.

3-2-2. Jackpot symbol type determination Jackpot symbol type determination is a method for determining the type of jackpot symbol (jackpot symbol type) according to the jackpot symbol type determination table as shown in FIG. 10(B) when the result of jackpot determination is a jackpot. It is a judgment. Each type of jackpot symbol is associated with the content of the jackpot, in other words, the constituent elements of the jackpot consisting of game benefits given to the player.

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

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

For example, as shown in FIG. 10(B), the distribution ratio of the jackpot symbol type based on the jackpot symbol type determination for special symbol 1 is set to 50% for jackpot symbol A and 50% for jackpot symbol B, and for special symbol 2. It is possible for the jackpot symbol C to make the distribution rate of the jackpot symbol type 100% based on the jackpot symbol type determination. In this way, the jackpot symbol type is determined in the special drawing 1 lottery, which is held when a game ball enters the first starting opening 11, and the special drawing 2 drawing, which is held when a gaming ball enters the second starting opening 12. It is possible to have different fractions.

3-2-3. Reach Judgment Reach judgment is used to determine whether or not to generate a reach in the special figure variation effect described later, in accordance with the reach judgment table as shown in FIG. 10 (C) when the result of jackpot judgment is a loss. It is a judgment.

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

In each reach determination table, the reach random number determination value (reach random value) is assigned to the reach determination results of "reach exists (reach occurs)" and "reach does not occur (reach does not occur)" . Therefore, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 determines whether there is a reach or not (whether or not to generate a reach) by determining the obtained reach random number according to the reach determination table. As shown in FIG. 10(C), the number of reach random values that are determined as "reach exists (reach occurs)" is different between the non-time-saving reach determination table and the time-saving reach determination table. Note that the probability of determining that there is a reach can be changed as appropriate. In the following, "with reach" (which causes reach), which is performed on the premise that the result of the jackpot determination is "loss", is referred to as "reach with reach", and "without reach (which does not cause reach)". This is sometimes referred to as a "no-reach loss."

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

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

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

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

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

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

Further, each special figure variation pattern is associated with a production flow of a special figure variation production as shown in the second column from the right in the table of FIGS. 11 and 12. Note that it is not necessary to associate the production flow of the special symbol variation performance with the special symbol variation pattern.

Additionally, as shown in the rightmost column of the tables in Figures 11 and 12, the special pattern fluctuation pattern can be called by a name associated with the special pattern (jackpot determination result) and the production content of the special pattern fluctuation performance. be. For example, a special pattern fluctuation pattern related to a jackpot is called a "jackpot fluctuation." Among the jackpot fluctuations, the special pattern fluctuation pattern in which SP reach, which is a type of reach, is performed is called "SP jackpot fluctuation", and the special pattern fluctuation pattern in which L reach is performed is "L jackpot fluctuation". The special pattern variation pattern in which the special pattern variation performance ends at N reach is called "N jackpot variation". On the other hand, a special symbol fluctuation pattern in which SP reach, which is a type of reach, is performed in a loss with reach is called "SP loss fluctuation", and a L reach, which is a type of reach, is performed in a loss with reach. The special pattern variation pattern that occurs is called "L loss variation", and the special pattern variation pattern in which the special pattern variation effect ends with N reach, which is a type of reach, is called "N loss variation" in a loss with reach. The special pattern fluctuation pattern related to no reach loss is called "normal loss fluctuation". There are three types of normal loss fluctuations (normal A loss fluctuations, normal B loss fluctuations, and normal C loss fluctuations) with different variation times. Moreover, when SP jackpot and SP loss fluctuation are collectively referred to as SP fluctuation or SP reach fluctuation.

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

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

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

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

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

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

In addition, the jackpot game A shown in FIG. 14 is executed when the type of the winning jackpot symbol is the jackpot symbol A (see FIG. 10(B)), and the jackpot game B is executed when the type of the winning jackpot symbol is the jackpot symbol. B, and the jackpot game C can be executed when the type of the winning jackpot symbol is jackpot symbol C.

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

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

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

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

3-4. Game State Next, the game state will be explained. As shown in FIG. 15, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has "low probability low base gaming state", "low probability high base gaming state", "high probability low base gaming state", "high probability high base gaming state", and " It is possible to set the game state to any one of the "jackpot game state". In addition, "low probability low base gaming state" is referred to as "low probability low base state", "low probability high base gaming state" is referred to as "low probability high base state", and "high probability low base gaming state" is referred to as "high probability". The "low base state" and the "high probability high base gaming state" are sometimes abbreviated as the "high probability high base state," respectively. The gaming states include a state related to the probability of being determined to be a "big hit" in the jackpot determination, and a state related to the ease of opening the electric chew 12D. The former includes a normal probability state and a high probability state. On the other hand, the latter includes a non-time saving state and a time saving state.

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

The non-time saving state is set in a "low probability low base gaming state", "high probability low base gaming state" or "jackpot gaming state". The time saving state is set in the "low probability high base gaming state" or the "high probability high base gaming state", and is a gaming state in which the opening time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game is likely to be longer than in the non-time saving state. It is. For example, in the time saving state, the opening time of the electric chew 12D is longer (for example, 3.0 seconds) than the opening time (for example, 0.08 seconds) of the electric chew 12D in the non-time saving state. In addition, in the time saving state, the special pattern variation pattern judgment is performed according to the special pattern variation pattern judgment table that is set so that the special pattern variation pattern with a short special pattern variation time is selected more often than in the non-time saving state. (See Figures 11 and 12). As a result, in the time-saving state, the pace at which the reserved special drawings are consumed becomes faster, and effective winnings in the starting opening (winnings that can be stored as reserved special drawings) are more likely to occur. Therefore, players can aim for a jackpot while the game progresses smoothly.

Further, in the time saving state, the normal pattern fluctuation time tends to be shorter than in the non-time saving state. For example, in the time saving state, a regular pattern fluctuation time (5 seconds) is determined which is shorter than the regular pattern fluctuation time (30 seconds) determined in the non-time saving state (FIG. 9(B)). Therefore, in the time saving state, the number of times the regular lottery is executed per unit time is greater.

Also, in the time-saving state, it is easier to be determined to be a hit in the hit determination than in the non-time-saving state. For example, in the time-saving state, a win is determined with a higher probability (for example, 59936/65536) than in the non-time-saving state (for example, 6600/65536) (FIG. 9(A)). Therefore, in the time-saving state, the number of times that the game is determined to be a hit per unit time is greater.

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

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

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

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

4. Main performances performed by the gaming machine Next, the main performances performed by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained using FIGS. 16 to 22.

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

In the customer waiting production mode, special symbol fluctuation production is performed in "low probability low base gaming state", "low probability high base gaming state", "high probability low base gaming state" and "high probability high base gaming state". This is a production mode that can be set when there is no special figure variation production and indicates that it is in a standby state where no special symbol variation production is being performed. A customer waiting performance is performed when a customer waiting performance mode is set. In the customer waiting performance, for example, as shown in FIG. 16 (A-1), a customer waiting demonstration video G100 introducing the pachinko game machine PY1 is displayed on the display section 50a. Further, when the normal button 40 is operated while the customer waiting demo video G100 is displayed, as shown in FIG. is displayed. Settings related to effects include volume settings for sounds output from the speaker 52, brightness settings for the display section 50a, and frequency settings for effects to be performed.

The normal performance mode can be set when a special symbol variation performance is being performed in the "low probability low base game state" or the "high probability low base game state", and is a performance mode that indicates a non-time saving state. be. The normal presentation mode includes, for example, a first normal presentation mode in which a background image representing a daytime mountain scene (daytime normal background image G102) is displayed on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 16(B-1). 16(B-2), a second normal effect mode in which a background image representing an evening mountain view (evening normal background image G103) is displayed on the display unit 50a, and FIG. 16(B-2). -3) As shown in 3), there is a third normal performance mode in which a background image representing a mountain scenery at night (normal nighttime background image G104) is displayed on the display section 50a. It can be switched on the condition that the special figure variation effect is performed once or multiple times. Furthermore, each of the first to third normal performance modes includes a normal first stage performance mode before the reach is established in the special symbol variation performance, and a normal second stage performance mode after the reach is established. In the normal first stage production mode, any one of the daytime normal background image G102, the evening normal background image G103, and the nighttime normal background image G104 is displayed on the display section 50a, but in the normal second stage production mode, depending on the type of reach A dedicated background image will be displayed. Furthermore, a special performance mode that is set only in the "high probability low base game state" may be provided.

The probability variable production mode is a production mode that can be set when a special symbol variation production is performed in the "high probability high base game state", and is a production mode that indicates a high probability state and a time saving state. In the probability variation effect mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 16 (B-4), a background image representing the universe (probability variation background image G105) is displayed on the display section 50a. Further, the probability variable performance mode includes a probability variable first stage performance mode before the reach is established in the special symbol fluctuation performance, and a probability variable second stage performance mode after the reach is established. In the probability variable first stage production mode, the probability variation background image G105 is displayed on the display section 50a, but in the probability variation second stage production mode, a dedicated background image according to the type of reach is displayed.

The time-saving performance mode is a performance mode that can be set when the special symbol variation performance is being performed in the "low probability high base game state", and is a performance mode that indicates the normal probability state and the time-saving state. In the time-saving effect mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 16 (B-5), a background image representing the sky (time-saving background image G106) is displayed on the display section 50a. Furthermore, the time-saving performance mode includes a time-saving first stage performance mode before the reach is established in the special symbol variation performance, and a time-saving second stage performance mode after the reach is established. In the time-saving first performance mode, the time-saving background image G106 is displayed on the display section 50a, but in the time-saving second stage performance mode, a dedicated background image according to the type of reach is displayed.

The jackpot production mode is a production mode that can be set when a jackpot game is being played in the "jackpot game state", and is a production mode that indicates that a jackpot game is being played. In the jackpot performance mode, for example, during the opening of a jackpot game, as shown in FIG. A jackpot opening performance in which the winning image G108 is displayed is performed. During a round in a jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 16 (C-2), a round image G109 indicating the number of rounds and a prize ball number image G110 indicating the number of prize balls paid out are displayed on the display unit 50a. A round performance will be held. During the ending of the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 16 (C-3), on the display section 50a, an ending image G111 indicating the performance mode to be set after the jackpot game and the total number of paid out prize balls are displayed. A jackpot ending effect is performed in which the total prize ball count image G112 is displayed.

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

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

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

4-2-1. Effect pattern display area As shown in FIG. 17(A), the display part 50a of the image display device 50 has left effects on the left, center, and right sides of the display area 50a, which is divided approximately equally into three parts in the horizontal direction. It is possible to provide a symbol area 50b1, a middle performance symbol area 50b2, and a right performance symbol area 50b3. The left performance symbol area 50b1 is an area where the left performance symbol EZ1 is displayed when the performance symbol is stopped and displayed in the special symbol variation performance. Similarly, the middle performance symbol area 50b2 and the right performance symbol region 50b3 are areas for displaying the middle performance symbol EZ2 and the right performance symbol EZ3.

Moreover, as shown in FIG. 17(A), it is possible to provide a small pattern area 50c in a section of the left end (upper left corner) of the upper end of the display section 50a. The small symbol area 50c is an area where the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are variably displayed when the special symbol is variably displayed.

In addition, in FIG. 17(A), the left presentation pattern area 50b1, the middle presentation pattern area 50b2, the right presentation pattern area 50b3, and the small pattern area 50c are clearly indicated by two-dot chain lines, but this is the left presentation pattern area 50b1. , the middle effect pattern area 50b2, the right effect pattern area 50b3, and the small pattern area 50c are described to represent the range, and are not actually displayed. Further, the range of each area can be changed as appropriate.

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

When the variable display of the special symbols starts, for example, as shown in FIG. 17(A), the left effect pattern EZ1, the middle effect pattern EZ2, and the right effect pattern EZ3 are stopped and displayed on the display section 50a, and From the state where the small left pattern KZ1, the small medium pattern KZ2, and the small right pattern KZ3 are stopped and displayed, the variable display of the special pattern is not performed, and the variable display of the special pattern is waiting, as shown in FIG. 17(B) As shown in FIG. 2, with the start of the process, variable display of performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 is started, and variable display of small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 is also started. Then, when the special symbol variation pattern of the variable display of this special symbol is, for example, "normal loss variation", the left production symbol EZ1 and the right production symbol EZ3 are different, as shown in FIG. 17 (C-1). After temporarily stopping in the stop mode, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a stop mode (so-called flop) that suggests a loss, as shown in FIG. 17(D). At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stopping manner that suggests a loss. On the other hand, if the special symbol variation pattern of the variable display of the special symbol is a special symbol variation pattern with a reach, such as "N loss variation", as shown in FIG. 17 (C-2), the left effect symbol EZ1 and the right production symbol EZ3 temporarily stop in the same stopping manner, and a reach is established. At this time, the variable display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 is continued, and a reach effect according to the special pattern variation pattern is performed. Note that the stopping order and stopping manner of the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 can be changed as appropriate.

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

In N reach, as shown in FIG. 18(A), the state in which reach is established is maintained for a predetermined period of time (for example, 10 seconds), and as shown in FIG. 18(B), the fluctuation speed of the medium effect symbol EZ2 gradually changes. It slows down. If the special symbol variation pattern of the variable display of the special symbol is, for example, "N loss variation", as shown in FIG. Symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stopping manner that suggests a loss. On the other hand, if the special pattern fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special pattern is, for example, "N jackpot fluctuation", the game will stop in a stopping manner (so-called double) that suggests a jackpot, as shown in Figure 18 (C-2). indicate. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stopping manner that suggests a jackpot. In addition, the performance content of N reach is not limited to the gradual deceleration of the medium performance symbol EZ2, but can be changed or added as appropriate.

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

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

In SP reach, after N reach, for example, as shown in FIG. An image (SP reach start title image) G1 representing that reach has started is displayed. After that, as shown in FIG. 19(B), an SP reach-only performance (for example, a battle performance) is performed. Then, when the final phase of the SP reach-only performance is reached, if the special pattern fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special symbol is, for example, "SP jackpot fluctuation", the display part will be displayed as shown in FIG. At 50a, a display suggesting a jackpot is performed (for example, a display in which the main character (ally character) wins a battle and stands proudly), and the production patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are in a stopping mode suggesting a jackpot (so-called The display stops when the number is zero. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stopping manner that suggests a jackpot. On the other hand, if the special pattern variation pattern of the variable display of the special pattern is, for example, "SP loss variation", as shown in FIG. At the same time, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a stopped manner (so-called "break-up") indicating a loss. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stopping manner that suggests a loss. Note that the contents of the SP reach performance can be changed or added as appropriate.

Here, the possibility that the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 for each reach will be stopped in a manner indicating a jackpot (jackpot expectation level) will be explained in detail. The jackpot expectation level for each reach is determined by the execution probability based on the jackpot determination result. For example, the execution probability of N Reach is 10% when the jackpot determination result is "Lose", and the execution probability of SP Reach is 100% when the jackpot determination result is "Jackpot", and the execution probability of SP Reach is set as 10% when the jackpot determination result is "Lose". If the result of jackpot judgment is "Lose", it is set to 4%, and if the result of jackpot determination is "Jackpot", it is set to 100%, then the jackpot expectation level of SP reach is set higher than the jackpot expectation level of N reach. It is possible to do so. In addition, SP Reach A and SP Reach B are made executable as SP Reach, and the execution probability of SP Reach A is set to 2% if the result of the jackpot determination is "Lose", and if the result of the Jackpot determination is "Lose", the execution probability of SP Reach A is set to 2%. If the execution probability of SP Reach B is 2% if the result of the jackpot determination is "Lose", and 20% if the result of the jackpot determination is "Jackpot", then It is possible to set the jackpot expectation level of SP Reach A higher than the jackpot expectation level of SP Reach B. In this way, by appropriately setting the execution probability according to the result of the jackpot determination, it is possible to set the jackpot expectation level.

4-2-5. L Reach Pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform L Reach after N Reach. L reach is a production that suggests that the probability that the lottery result of the special drawing lottery is a "big hit" is lower than SP reach, but higher than N reach, and is a production that makes players expect a jackpot. functions as Note that the execution time of the L reach effect is shorter than the execution time of the SP reach effect (FIGS. 11 and 12). Therefore, in the reach effect of L reach, for example, a shorter video than the reach effect of SP reach is displayed on the display unit 50a. Note that the content of the L reach effect can be changed as appropriate. Further, a special symbol variation pattern may be provided in which the SP reach effect is progressively executed after the L reach effect.

4-3. Pending Icon Display Area The display unit 50a of the image display device 50 can be provided with a pending icon display area 50d consisting of four display areas, as shown in FIG. 20(A). The reservation icon display area 50d is composed of a first display area 50d1, a second display area 50d2, a third display area 50d3, and a fourth display area 50d4. It is possible to display the hold icon HA in the display areas 50d1, 50d2, 50d3, and 50d4. For example, when the number of reserved special figures 1 is "1", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1, and when the number of reserved special figures 1 is "2", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1 and A hold icon HA is displayed in the second display area 50d2.

Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 20(A), an icon display area 50e consisting of one display area can be provided near the pending icon display area 50d. The icon display area 50e can display the same icon TA (also referred to as the pending icon TA) that is the same as the pending icon HA in response to the start of the special figure variation effect. Note that an icon different from the pending icon HA may be displayed as the icon TA.

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

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

In the hold effect, when the game ball enters the first starting slot 11 when the special figure 1 hold count is "0", the special figure fluctuation effect is started, and for example, as shown in FIG. 20(B), the icon The icon TA is displayed in the display area 50e. Then, when two more game balls enter the first starting slot 11 during the special figure variation performance, as shown in FIG. 20(C), the first display area 50d1 and the second display area of the reserved icon display area 50d A hold icon HA is displayed at 50d2, and the player is informed that the special figure 1 hold count is "2". After that, when the special figure variation effect is finished and a new special figure variation effect is started, as shown in FIG. HA moves to the icon display area 50e and is displayed as the icon TA, and the hold icon HA that was displayed in the second display area 50d2 of the hold icon display area 50d moves to the first display area 50d1 and is displayed. Then, the player is informed that the special figure 1 pending number is "1".

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

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

In the movable object performance, for example, when N reach progresses to SP reach, as shown in FIG. It is suggested that the lower movable body 56k moves so as to overlap the display part 50a, and develops into SP reach. At this time, the effect image is displayed in a space of the display section 50a that does not overlap with the above-board movable body 55k and the below-board movable body 56k. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 21(B), the above-board movable body 55k and the below-board movable body 56k return to the normal standby state (initial position) and develop into SP reach. This movable body performance is an example of an advanced performance. Note that the movable body performance is not limited to the suggestion of development to SP reach, and can be changed or added as appropriate. Further, the operation contents of the movable device in the movable body performance can be changed or added as appropriate. Further, the movable device operated in the movable object performance can be changed as appropriate. Furthermore, when the performance does not develop (for example, in the case of N loss fluctuation), it is also possible to perform a movable body performance as a so-called false performance. The movable body performance is also referred to as a movable body drive performance.

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

In the operation performance, for example, in SP reach, a period (operation valid period) occurs during which the pressing operation of the input device (special button 41) is valid, and with the occurrence of this operation valid period, the period shown in FIG. 22 (A) An effect (operation promotion effect) is performed to prompt the user to operate the special button 41. In the operation promotion performance, an operation promotion image G3 is displayed on the display section 50a. The operation promotion image G3 includes an image imitating the special button 41 (special button image G31), an image (press operation image G32) representing the operation mode of the special button 41 (that is, a press operation), and the remaining time of the operation validity period. (operation valid period remaining time image G33). Note that the operation valid period remaining time image G33 is composed of a generally curved progress bar, and changes as time passes so that the player can easily understand the remaining time of the operation valid period. Thereafter, in response to the special button 41 being pressed during the operation validity period, or after the operation validity period has elapsed without any special button 41 being operated during the operation validity period, as shown in FIG. 22(B), Then, the on-board movable device 55 is activated, and the on-board movable body 55k moves so as to overlap the display section 50a, indicating the expectation of a jackpot. Note that the operation performance is not limited to the operation of the on-board movable device 55, and can be changed or added as appropriate. Furthermore, an operation promotion performance that prompts the user to operate an operation means (operation unit) such as the special button 41 or the normal button 40 is also referred to as an operation instruction performance. In the operation promotion effect that prompts the operation of the normal button 40, an operation promotion image that includes an image imitating the normal button 40 (special button image), an image representing the operation mode of the normal button 40, and an image representing the operation validity period is displayed. 50a.

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

In the look-ahead effect, for example, if the result of the look-ahead determination for special drawing 1 hold is "jackpot", the hold icon HA, which is normally displayed as ``○'', in the hold icon display area 50d, as shown in FIG. 20(C). may be displayed as "☆". Further, when the result of the pre-reading determination is "lost", the hold icon HA may be displayed as "☆" as a so-called fake effect. In this way, a look-ahead effect in which the pending icon HA and the icon TA are displayed in a special mode ("☆" in this embodiment) instead of in the normal mode ("〇" in this embodiment) is called a pending change effect. Further, the hold icon HA and the icon TA are collectively referred to as a hold display. In this embodiment, the hold icon HA and the icon TA are displayed as the hold display, but a configuration may be adopted in which only the hold icon HA is displayed and the icon TA is not displayed. In addition, the timing for displaying a special mode of hold display in the hold change effect may be when a starting prize that triggers the hold display occurs, or when the hold display is shifted (the display area of the hold icon HA is It may be during the execution of the special figure variation corresponding to the pending display (when it is displayed as the icon TA). Further, there may be a plurality of types of special modes of the hold display.

In addition, the pre-reading performance can be performed for both or one of the special figure 1 reservation and the special figure 2 reservation. Further, the prefetch effect is not limited to changing the display mode of the hold icon HA, and can be changed or added as appropriate. An example of a look-ahead performance other than the pending change performance is a so-called continuous notice.

5. Control of the game by the game control microcomputer 101 Next, the game control by the game control microcomputer 101 will be explained based on FIGS. 23 and 24. Note that counters, timers, buffers, etc. that appear in the game control by the game control microcomputer 101, which will be explained below, are provided in the game RAM 104.

[1. Main control main processing]
When the pachinko game machine PY1 is powered on, the game control microcomputer 101 provided in the main control board 100 reads out and executes the main control main processing program shown in FIG. 23 from the game ROM 103. As shown in the figure, in the main control main processing, first, power-on processing (S001) is performed. In the power-on process, permission settings for access to the gaming RAM 104, settings for the gaming CPU 102, settings for SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for managing interrupt time), etc. are performed.

Following the power-on processing, interrupts are prohibited (S002), and normal symbol/special symbol main random number update processing (S003) is executed. In this normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S003), the counter values of the various random numbers shown in FIGS. 8(A) and 8(B) are updated by adding 1. When the counter value of each random number reaches the upper limit value, it returns to "0" and is added again. Note that the initial value of each random number counter may be a value other than "0" or may be changed randomly. Further, at least a portion of each random number may be a so-called hardware random number generated using a known random number generation circuit including a counter IC or the like.

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

[2. Main side timer interrupt processing]
Next, the main side timer interrupt processing (S005) will be explained. As shown in FIG. 24, in the main side timer interrupt processing (S005), output processing (S101) is first executed. In the output process (S101), commands etc. set in the output buffer provided in the gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100 in each process described below are output to the sub control board 120, payout control board 170, etc.

In the input process (S102) performed after the output process (S101), the game control microcomputer 101 takes in, for example, a detection signal from a lower tray full switch that detects the fullness of the lower tray 35, and inputs the detection signal to the game as the lower tray full data. The data is stored in the output buffer of the RAM 104.

The normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S103) performed next is the same as the normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S003) performed in the main control main process of FIG. That is, the updating process of the counter values of various random numbers shown in FIGS. 8(A) and 8(B) is performed during the execution period of the main side timer interrupt process (S005) and during the other period (main side timer interrupt process (S005)). This is performed both during the period after the completion of S005) and until the start of the next main-side timer interrupt process (S005).

Next to the normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S103), the game control microcomputer 101 performs a sensor detection process (S104), then performs a normal operation process (S105), and further performs a special operation process (S106). conduct. The sensor detection process, normal operation process, and special operation process will be described later.

Following the special operation process (S106), a sorting device control process for controlling the sorting device 16D is performed (S107). Note that the distribution device 16D is operated when a special game using the second big prize winning device 15D is performed. However, the sorting device 16D may be operated in a constant manner from the time the power is turned on.

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 executes other processing (S108) and ends the main side timer interrupt processing (S005). Other processing (S108) includes power-off monitoring processing when the power is cut off, updating of a timer provided in the gaming RAM 104, and the like. Further, as other processing (S108), a payout control process for paying out prize balls to the player is performed. In the payout control process, a prize ball request signal is transmitted to the payout control board 170 in response to winning of game balls to each winning hole. That is, the payout control board 170 pays out prize balls based on the prize ball request signal.

Then, the gaming control microcomputer 101 repeatedly executes steps S002 to S004 of the main control main processing until the next interrupt pulse is input to the gaming CPU 102 (see FIG. 23). (after about 4 msec), the main side timer interrupt processing (S005) is executed again. In the output process (S101) of the main side timer interrupt process (S005) executed again, the gaming control microcomputer 101 outputs the command set in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104 in the previous main side timer interrupt process (S005). etc. is output.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

[2-3. Special operation processing]
In the special operation process (S106), a special symbol standby process, a special symbol variation process, a special symbol confirmation process, a jackpot game control process, and a game state setting process are sequentially performed. Then, the commands generated in each process are set in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

6. Control of performance by performance control microcomputer 121 Next, control of performance by performance control microcomputer 121 will be explained based on FIGS. 25 to 27. Note that counters, timers, flags, buffers, etc. that appear in the following explanation of the control of the performance by the performance control microcomputer 121 are provided in the performance RAM 124.

[1. Sub control main processing]
When the pachinko game machine PY1 is powered on, the performance control microcomputer 121 provided in the sub-control board 120 reads out the sub-control main processing program shown in FIG. 25 from the performance ROM 123 and executes it. As shown in the figure, in the sub-control main processing, first, power-on processing is performed in response to power-on (S4001). In the power-on process, for example, settings for the performance CPU 122, settings for SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for managing interrupt time), etc. are performed.

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

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

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

The reception interrupt process (S4010) is executed every time various commands sent from the main control board 100 are input to the production control microcomputer 121. In the reception interrupt processing (S4010), the production control microcomputer 121 stores various commands transmitted and received by the output processing (S101) of the main control board 100 in the reception buffer of the production RAM 124. This reception interrupt processing is executed with priority over other interrupt processing (S4011, S4012).

[2.1ms timer interrupt processing]
The 1 ms timer interrupt process (S4011) is executed every time an interrupt pulse of 1 ms period is input to the sub control board 120. In the 1ms timer interrupt processing (S4011), as shown in FIG. 26, input processing (S4101), light emission data output processing (S4102), movable device control processing (S4103), and watchdog timer processing (S4104) are sequentially performed.

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

[3.10ms timer interrupt processing]
The 10ms timer interrupt process (S4012) is executed every time an interrupt pulse of 10ms period is input to the sub control board 120. In the 10ms timer interrupt process (S4012), as shown in FIG. 27, received command analysis process (S4201), effect timer update process (S4202), audio control process (S4203), and effect data creation process (S4204) are sequentially performed. .

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

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

7. Characteristics of Pachinko game machine PY1 Characteristics of Pachinko game machine PY1 will be explained in detail below. Incidentally, one of the features of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is the revival performance that is performed after the failure performance that suggests a loss in the SP reach is performed. In this embodiment, the revival performance is a performance that suggests a jackpot win.

First, a jackpot game that can be executed by the game control microcomputer 101 will be explained. The game control microcomputer 101 can execute various jackpot games (jackpot games 1 to 4) shown in the jackpot game control table of FIG. 28.

As shown in FIG. 28, the game control microcomputer 101 selects "jackpot symbol 1" or "jackpot symbol It is possible to determine either one of the symbols 2 and 2. More specifically, the game control microcomputer 101 determines the "jackpot symbol 1" at a rate of 60% and the "jackpot symbol 2" at a rate of 40%. In addition, the game control microcomputer 101 determines which of the "jackpot symbol 3" and "jackpot symbol 4" is selected in the jackpot symbol type determination in the special symbol 2 determination process (the special symbol determination process based on winning in the second starting opening 12). It is possible to determine whether More specifically, the game control microcomputer 101 determines the "jackpot symbol 3" at a rate of 60% and the "jackpot symbol 4" at a rate of 40%.

Then, the game control microcomputer 101 executes a jackpot game according to the determined type of jackpot symbol. Specifically, in the "jackpot game 1" that is executed when "jackpot symbol 1" is determined, and the "jackpot game 2" that is executed when "jackpot symbol 2" is determined, the round game will be held 16 times. From 1R to 8R, the first big prize opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game, and from 9R to 16R, the first prize opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 0.1 seconds per round game. The grand prize opening 14 is opened. From 9R to 16R of this jackpot game, the opening time of the first grand prize opening 14 is extremely short, and realistically, it is a round in which winning in the first grand prize opening 14 cannot be expected. That is, although the total number of round games in this jackpot game is 16, the actual number of round games is 8.

In addition, in the "jackpot game 3" that is executed when "jackpot symbol 3" is determined, and the "jackpot game 4" that is executed when "jackpot symbol 4" is determined, the round game is played 16 times. It will be done. Then, in all from 1R to 16R, the first grand prize opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game. In other words, in this jackpot game, both the total number of round games and the actual number of round games are 16.

Therefore, "Jackpot Game 3" and "Jackpot Game 4" where the actual number of round games is 16 are "Jackpot Game 1" or "Jackpot Game 2" where the actual number of round games is 8. It can be said that it is a jackpot game that is more advantageous to the player than the jackpot game state where "jackpot game 3" or "jackpot game 4" is executed, and the jackpot game state where "jackpot game 1" or "jackpot game 2" is executed. This can be said to be a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the gaming state.

Next, the game states that can be controlled by the game control microcomputer 101 will be explained. The game control microcomputer 101 controls the game state after the jackpot game, regardless of which jackpot game is executed: "jackpot game 1," "jackpot game 2," "jackpot game 3," or "jackpot game 4." Set to short time state (high base state). In addition, when a jackpot game such as "jackpot game 1" or "jackpot game 3" is executed, the gaming state after the jackpot game is set to a high probability state, and "jackpot game 2" or "jackpot game 3" is set to a high probability state. When any of the jackpot games of "Game 4" is executed, the gaming state after the jackpot game is set to the normal probability state. In other words, after "Jackpot Game 1" or "Jackpot Game 3", control is performed to a high probability high base gaming state (high probability state and time saving state), and after "Jackpot Game 2" or "Jackpot Game 4", Control to a low probability high base gaming state (normal probability state and time saving state).

In this embodiment, the "high probability high base gaming state" can be continued until the next jackpot game is executed. On the other hand, the "low probability high base gaming state" can be continued until the number of variable displays of special symbols reaches 100 (predetermined upper limit number of executions).

Therefore, "jackpot game 1" or "jackpot game 3" in which a high probability state is set after that is more advantageous to the player than "jackpot game 2" or "jackpot game 4" in which a high probability state is not set after that. It can be said that this is a jackpot game. In addition, the jackpot game state in which "jackpot game 1" or "jackpot game 3" is executed is a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the jackpot game state in which "jackpot game 2" or "jackpot game 4" is executed. I can say it.

Incidentally, the jackpot gaming state can be said to be a gaming state that is more advantageous than the normal gaming state, regardless of the type of jackpot symbol. Further, the "high probability high base gaming state" which is one of the high probability states can be said to be a gaming state more advantageous to the player than the "low probability high base gaming state" which is one of the normal probability states. In this specification, a gaming state that is advantageous to the player may be referred to as an advantageous gaming state.

Next, the determination of the variation pattern of the special figure 1 in the non-time saving state will be explained. In the non-time saving state, the game control microcomputer 101 determines the special pattern 1 variation pattern using the special pattern 1 variation pattern determination table shown in FIG.

The game control microcomputer 101 determines the results of the jackpot determination, the result of the jackpot symbol type determination, and the reach determination result in the special figure 1 variation pattern determination process when the non-time saving state is set. , and the special figure 1 variation pattern is determined based on the special figure variation pattern random number. More specifically, as shown in FIG. 29, when the result of jackpot symbol type determination is "jackpot symbol 1", the game control microcomputer 101 selects "THP001" to "THP011" as the special symbol 1 variation pattern. It is possible to decide either one. Which special figure 1 variation pattern is determined is determined by the special figure variation pattern random number. The distribution ratio is as shown in FIG. 29. Note that the distribution rate (selection rate) of the special figure fluctuation pattern can be changed as appropriate. This also applies to special figure fluctuation patterns other than "THP001" to "THP011".

Furthermore, when the result of jackpot symbol type determination is "jackpot symbol 2", the game control microcomputer 101 can determine any one of "THP021" to "THP025" as the special symbol 1 variation pattern. .

In addition, when the result of the jackpot determination is not a "jackpot" and the result of the reach determination is "with reach", the game control microcomputer 101 selects "THP031" to "THP033" as the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern. It is possible to determine either of the following.

In addition, when the result of the jackpot determination is not a "jackpot" and the result of the reach determination is "no reach", the game control microcomputer 101 selects "THP041" and "THP042" as the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern. , "THP043" can be determined. Which of these three types of special figure 1 variation patterns is determined is determined by the number of special figure 1 reservations. When the number of special figure 1 reservations is 0 to 2, a special figure fluctuation pattern with a relatively long special figure fluctuation time is likely to be determined, and when the number of special figure 1 reservations is 3 to 4, the special figure fluctuation pattern Special figure fluctuation patterns that take a relatively short time are easier to determine.

Here, the special figure 1 fluctuation patterns "THP001" to "THP005" and "THP021" to "THP022" are battle jackpot fluctuations in which a battle reach (a type of SP reach) is performed. In addition, special figure 1 fluctuation patterns “THP006” to “THP010” and “THP023” to “THP024” are story jackpot fluctuations in which story reach (a type of SP reach) is performed. In addition, special figure 1 variation patterns "THP011" and "THP025" are N jackpot variations in which N reach is performed but SP reach (battle reach and story reach) is not performed. Battle reach and story reach are examples of specific effects.

In addition, Battle Reach is a battle between an ally character and an enemy character, and in the end, the ally character wins (an example of a successful performance), or the ally character is defeated (an example of a failure performance). ). In addition, the story reach is a performance that displays a story related to an ally character, and ultimately branches into a successful performance that leads to a good ending, or a failed performance that does not lead to a good ending. In either reach performance, a successful performance is a performance that suggests winning a jackpot, and a failure performance is a performance that suggests a loss. In addition, Battle Reach and Story Reach will be explained in detail later.

Here, the battle jackpot fluctuation includes a battle victory jackpot fluctuation in which a victory performance (success performance) is performed in battle reach, and a battle revival jackpot fluctuation in which a resurrection performance is performed after a defeat performance (failure performance) is performed in battle reach. There are fluctuations.

In addition, the battle victory jackpot variation includes a variation pattern (THP001) of the production flow in which the double-roll of the variable pattern (corresponding to a specific mode) is stopped and displayed without so-called symbol promotion, and the double-roll of the normal symbol is stopped. There is a variation pattern in the production flow (THP002) in which the zero of a fixed variable symbol is stopped and displayed after the symbol is successfully promoted after being displayed, and the other is that when the zero of a normal symbol is stopped and displayed, it is not changed to a fixed variable symbol. There are variation patterns (THP003, THP021) of the effect flow that are definitely stopped and displayed as they are.

In addition, symbol promotion means that the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 that make up the double (jackpot stop mode) are changed from normal symbols that have a possibility of a regular jackpot (non-probable jackpot) to a probability variation that indicates a probability variation jackpot. It means that the symbol is changed to a variable symbol (usually a variable symbol with no chance of winning the jackpot). A guaranteed variable jackpot is a jackpot in which the gaming state after a jackpot game is scheduled to be controlled to a high probability state, and a normal jackpot (non-probable variable jackpot) is a jackpot in which the gaming state after a jackpot game is scheduled to be controlled to a low probability state. It's a big hit. Note that the variable probability pattern is an example of an advantageous pattern. In this form, each production pattern EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 includes numerical patterns from "1" to "9", among which the variable patterns are the numerical patterns "3" and "7", and the normal patterns is a numerical pattern other than "3" and "7". Note that it is possible to change as appropriate what kind of pattern is used for the variable probability pattern or the normal pattern.

In addition, the battle revival jackpot fluctuation includes a variation pattern of the production flow where the zero of the fixed variable symbol is stopped and displayed without so-called symbol promotion (THP004), and a variable pattern of the production flow where the zero of the normal symbol is stopped and displayed, and the fixed variable symbol is displayed. There are variation patterns (THP005, THP022) of the effect flow that are definitely stopped and displayed as they are without being changed. That is, when a resurrection performance is performed after a battle reach, a symbol promotion performance is not performed.

Further, the story jackpot fluctuations include a story success jackpot fluctuation in which a successful performance is performed in a story reach, and a story revival jackpot fluctuation in which a revival performance is performed after a failure performance is performed in a story reach.

In addition, the story success jackpot variation includes two variations in the performance flow (THP006) in which the zero of the fixed variable symbol is stopped and displayed without so-called symbol promotion, and the other is the variation pattern (THP006) of the production flow where the zero of the regular symbol is stopped and displayed. Variation pattern of production flow (THP007) in which the zero number of the fixed variable symbol is stopped and displayed after successful promotion, and when the zero number of the normal symbol is stopped and displayed, it is definitely stopped and displayed without being changed to the fixed variable symbol. There is a variation pattern (THP008, THP023) of the effect flow to be performed.

In addition, the story revival jackpot variation includes a variation pattern of the production flow (THP009) in which the zero of the fixed variable symbol is stopped and displayed without so-called symbol promotion, and a variable pattern of the production flow where the zero of the normal symbol is stopped and displayed. There are variation patterns (THP010, THP024) of the effect flow that are definitely stopped and displayed as they are without being changed. That is, when the revival effect is performed after the story reach, the symbol promotion effect is not executed.

Moreover, the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP031" is a battle defeat/lose variation in which a battle reach is performed. The battle defeat loss variation is a variation pattern of the performance flow in which a defeat performance (failure performance) is performed in the battle reach, and a revival performance is not performed. Moreover, the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP032" is a story failure/loss variation in which story reach is performed. The story failure/loss variation is a variation pattern in the production flow in which a failure production is performed in the story reach and a revival production is not performed. Moreover, the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP033" is an N loss variation in which N reach is performed but SP reach (battle reach or story reach) is not performed.

In addition, the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP041" is a "normal A loss variation" in which the variation effect ends in 10 seconds without the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 becoming reach, and "THP042" is the production symbol EZ1 , EZ2, EZ3 is a "normal B loss variation" in which the variation effect ends in 7 seconds without becoming a reach, and "THP043" is a variation effect that ends in 3 seconds without the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 becoming a reach. This is the "normal C loss variation" that ends at . In addition, reach is a state in which there is only one remaining performance symbol that is being variably displayed among multiple performance symbols, and it depends on which symbol the fluctuating performance symbol is stopped and displayed. This is a state (for example, a state of "7↓7") that is a combination of performance symbols that indicates a gaming state that is advantageous to the player (for example, a jackpot gaming state).

In this form, SP reach such as battle reach and story reach is executed after N reach, and N reach is executed when the normal variation is executed and the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 are in the reach state (reach state). (Refer to the column of production flow of special figure variation production in Fig. 29).

Next, the determination of the variation pattern of the special figure 2 from the 1st variation to the 30th variation in the high probability state and time saving state will be explained. The game control microcomputer 101 determines the special pattern 2 variation pattern using the special pattern 2 variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 30 from the 1st variation to the 30th variation in the high probability state and time saving state.

The game control microcomputer 101 determines the jackpot symbol type determination as a result of the jackpot determination performed in the special pattern 2 determination process in the special pattern 2 variation pattern determination process from the 1st variation to the 30th variation in the high probability state and time saving state. Based on the result, the result of reach determination, and the special figure variation pattern random number, the special figure 2 variation pattern is determined. More specifically, as shown in FIG. 30, when the result of jackpot symbol type determination is "jackpot symbol 3", the game control microcomputer 101 selects "THP051" to "THP053" as the special symbol 2 variation pattern. It is possible to decide either one. Furthermore, when the result of the jackpot symbol type determination is "jackpot symbol 4", the game control microcomputer 101 determines "THP054" as the special symbol 2 variation pattern. In addition, the game control microcomputer 101 controls the special figure 2 fluctuation when the result of the jackpot determination is not a "jackpot" and the result of the reach determination is "with reach" or "without reach". "THP055" is determined as the pattern.

Here, the special pattern 2 fluctuation patterns "THP051" to "THP054" are the sudden fluctuations in which the jackpot winning is announced without the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 becoming reach after the normal fluctuation has started. . In addition, the special figure 2 variation pattern "THP055" is an instant loss variation in which after the normal variation has started, each effect pattern EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 is stopped and displayed all at once in a winning position. The fluctuation time of instant loss fluctuation is as short as 1 second. In this embodiment, during the period from the 1st variation to the 30th variation in the high probability state and time saving state, the "instant loss variation" (THP055) is selected in all cases except when a jackpot is won. Therefore, the 30 special symbol variations (display of special symbol variations) during this period will be completed in about 30 seconds unless a jackpot is won. If a jackpot is won during this period, a jackpot effect (corresponding to a specific winning notification effect) is executed. In the jackpot performance, a jackpot win is suddenly announced without the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 becoming reachable. In this manner, in this embodiment, the period from the 1st variation to the 30th variation in the high probability state and time saving state is a period in which the player is suddenly notified of a jackpot win. For this reason, this period is called a hit period, and the performance mode during the hit period is particularly called a hit mode.

In addition, the impact variation includes a variation pattern of the production flow (THP051) in which the zero of the fixed variable symbol is stopped and displayed without so-called symbol promotion, and a symbol promotion after the zero of the normal symbol is stopped and displayed. There is a variation pattern in the performance flow (THP052) in which the zero number of a fixed variable symbol is stopped and displayed after success, and when the zero number of a normal symbol is stopped and displayed, it is definitely stopped and displayed as it is without being changed to a fixed variable symbol. There is a variation pattern (THP053, THP054) of the production flow.

Next, we will discuss the main effects (normal variation, N reach, battle reach, story reach, resurrection effect, pattern We will explain in detail the battle reach, story reach, resurrection performance, symbol promotion performance, and collision performance (promotion performance, collision performance). In addition, the performance control microcomputer 121 displays a performance image on the display section 50a in each performance that constitutes the special figure variation performance, and also controls light emission using the frame lamp 53 and board lamp 54 according to the display of the performance image. It is possible to perform performances, sound performances using the speaker 52, movable body performances using the movable devices 55, 56, 58, operation performances using the input devices (normal button 40, special button 41), etc.

<Battle Reach>
Battle reach is a reach effect in which an ally character and an enemy character engage in a battle. Battle reach has a win/loss branch, and branches into a success performance (victory performance) in which an ally character wins against an enemy character, or a failure performance (defeat performance) in which an ally character is defeated by an enemy character. The success performance functions as a performance that suggests to the player that he has won a jackpot. The failure performance functions as a performance that suggests to the player that he has not won the jackpot. Note that the failure effect may be executed even if the jackpot has been won (see "Battle revival jackpot fluctuation" in FIG. 29).

In the winning/losing branch in the battle reach, an operation instruction performance for instructing the operation of the special button 41 is executed. During the operation validity period in this operation instruction performance, in response to the special button 41 being operated, or in response to the operation validity period elapsed without the special button 41 being operated, a success performance or a failure performance is determined. is executed.

<Story Reach>
The story reach is a reach effect that shows a story about the work that is the motif of this pachinko game machine PY1. There is a winning or losing branch in the story reach, and there is a branch to a successful performance where the story ends with a good ending, or a failure performance where the story ends with a bad ending. The success performance in Story Reach, like the success performance in Battle Reach, functions as a performance that suggests to the player that he has won a jackpot. Similar to the failure performance in Battle Reach, the failure performance in Story Reach functions as a performance that suggests to the player that he has not won the jackpot. Note that the failure effect may be executed even when the jackpot has been won (see "story revival jackpot fluctuation" in FIG. 29).

In the winning/losing branch in the story reach, an operation instruction performance that instructs the operation of the normal button 40 or the special button 41 is executed. During the operation validity period in this operation instruction performance, the operation target operation part (normal button 40 or special button 41) is operated, or the operation target operation part is not operated and the operation validity period ends. A success effect or a failure effect is executed depending on the elapse of the time period.

In this form, if you win a jackpot, Battle Reach is more likely to be selected than Story Reach, and if you lose, Story Reach is more likely to be selected than Battle Reach (see Figure 29). ). In other words, in this embodiment, the battle reach is a reach performance with higher expectations for a jackpot than the story reach.

<Resurrection performance>
The resurrection performance is a performance that is executed when a player wins a jackpot but a failure performance is performed in battle reach or story reach. The revival performance functions as a performance that suggests that the player has won the jackpot. Specifically, in this embodiment, the revival performance is a performance that displays a specific image G70 (an image of an ally character with a symbol mark on its back) on the display unit 50a (FIG. 37(A), FIG. 40( See D).

Here, in this embodiment, there are two patterns in which the revival effects are executed at different timings as execution patterns of the revival effects. These two patterns are respectively referred to as a first resurrection pattern (resurrection P1) and a second resurrection pattern (resurrection P2). The first revival pattern is a revival pattern when the battle revival jackpot variation is selected, and the second revival pattern is a revival pattern when the story revival jackpot variation is selected. In the first revival pattern, after the display of the image as SP reach (battle reach) is finished and the normal background image (for example, daytime normal background image G102) is displayed, the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 are displayed. The re-fluctuating display is performed without being definitively stopped and displayed, and the revival effect is executed during the re-fluctuating display. Note that when the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a variable manner again, an operation instruction effect similar to the operation instruction effect in the mini-character operation notice to be described later is executed (see FIG. 36(D)). During this operation instruction performance, a revival performance is executed in response to the player operating the normal button 40. Note that even if the valid operation period has elapsed without the normal button 40 being operated, the revival effect is executed.

On the other hand, in the second resurrection pattern, the image as SP reach (story reach) is displayed, and the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed at the point of losing the reach (corresponding to a non-specific mode). , a revival performance is performed. The execution of the revival effect is performed in response to the arrival of a predetermined execution timing, without being based on the operation of the operating unit such as the normal button 40 (see FIGS. 40(A) and 40(D)).

<Image promotion performance>
The symbol promotion effect is when a successful effect is executed in Battle Reach or Story Reach, and the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3, which constitute the stop mode (double eyes) suggesting jackpot winning, are the normal symbols (this form). 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, or 9). When the symbol promotion performance is executed, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 constituting the double number are changed from normal symbols to variable probability symbols. That is, the symbol promotion performance functions as a performance that suggests to the player that he has won a probability-variable jackpot, and a performance that suggests that the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game will be controlled to a high probability state. Specifically, in this embodiment, the symbol promotion effect is an effect that displays a specific image G70 (an image of an ally character with a symbol mark on its back) on the display section 50a, similar to the resurrection effect (see FIG. 35). (See E). In this manner, in this embodiment, the same effect is executed for the revival effect and the symbol promotion effect.

<Rush performance>
The hit performance is a performance that is executed from a state in which all three performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a variable manner without going through a reach. When the hit effect is executed, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed as a zero. The jackpot performance functions as a performance that suggests to the player that he or she has won a jackpot. Moreover, since the hit performance is executed without the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 becoming reach, it functions as a performance that gives a pleasant surprise to the player. Specifically, in this embodiment, the collision effect is an effect that displays a specific image G70 (an image of an ally character with a symbol mark on its back) on the display section 50a, similar to the resurrection effect and the symbol promotion effect. (See FIG. 42(C)).

In this manner, in this embodiment, the same effect (effect of displaying the specific image G70 on the display section 50a) is executed in three effects: the revival effect, the symbol promotion effect, and the collision effect. In other words, a common performance is executed to notify players of something advantageous. Therefore, in various cases, players can easily understand that something good will happen.

Next, a description will be given of the determination of the operation unit used for the operation performance in the event of winning or losing in battle reach or story reach. This determination is made based on the determination table shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 31, the performance control microcomputer 121 always executes an operation performance that causes the special button 41 to be operated in the winning/losing branch in battle reach ("battle victory jackpot variation", "battle revival jackpot variation" in the figure). ”, “Changes in Battle Defeat/Loss” column).

On the other hand, in the winning/losing branch in story reach, there are cases in which an operation effect that causes the player to operate the normal button 40 and a case where an operation effect that causes the player to operate the special button 41 are executed. More specifically, if the special pattern variation pattern indicated by the special pattern 1 variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is "story success jackpot variation", the performance control microcomputer 121 performs the operation at the time of winning/losing branch. As the operation parts used for production, the special button 41 is selected at a rate of 30%, and the normal button 40 is selected at a rate of 70%. In addition, when the special figure variation pattern is "story revival jackpot variation", the production control microcomputer 121 always selects the normal button 40 as the operation part used for the operation production at the time of winning/losing branch. In addition, when the special pattern fluctuation pattern is "story failure jackpot fluctuation", the performance control microcomputer 121 selects the special button 41 at a rate of 1% as the operation part used for the operation performance at the time of winning or losing, and normally Button 40 is selected 99% of the time.

In other words, in the winning/losing branch of Story Reach, the operation effect using the normal button 40 is basically executed, and the operation effect using the special button 41 is an effect with extremely high expectation of jackpot. It is only rarely executed. Therefore, the player can recognize that there is a high possibility of winning the jackpot when an operation effect using the special button 41 is performed in the winning/losing branch of the story reach. In addition, since Battle Reach is a reach effect with higher expectations for a jackpot than Story Reach (see Figure 29), the operation effect using the special button 41 is always executed in the winning/losing branch of Battle Reach. ing. Therefore, in this embodiment, an operation performance using the special button 41 (or an operation instruction performance that instructs the operation of the special button 41) is not an operation performance using the normal button 40 (or an operation instruction that instructs the operation of the normal button 40). It can be said that this is a performance with a higher level of expectation for a jackpot than the previous performance, and it can be said that it is a performance that is more likely to be executed successfully. In this embodiment, the operation performance using the special button 41 is not executed in the story revival jackpot variation. However, the selection ratio etc. shown in FIG. 31 can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

Next, the relationship between the resurrection effect and the symbol promotion effect will be explained. As shown in FIG. 32, in this embodiment, a symbol promotion effect may be executed in a variation in which a resurrection effect is not executed, but a symbol promotion effect is not executed in a variation in which a revival effect is executed. . This is to prevent the performances from becoming unnecessarily complicated and to make it easier for the player to understand the meaning of the performances, since the same performance is performed for the revival performance and the symbol promotion performance.

Next, a mini-character operation preview (one of the preview performances) that can be executed by the pachinko game machine PY1 will be explained. In addition, in the received command analysis process (S4201), when the performance control microcomputer 121 determines that the special symbol fluctuation start command has been received, it performs the process at the time of reception of the fluctuation start command. In this processing upon receipt of the variation start command, first, a variation effect pattern selection process is performed, and then a preview effect selection process is performed. In the variable effect pattern selection process, a variable effect effect pattern (sub-variable pattern) is selected based on the special figure change pattern indicated by the received special figure change start command. In the preview performance selection process, a preview performance to be performed in conjunction with the variable performance is selected based on the special figure variation pattern indicated by the received special figure variation start command. Note that information on the preview performance selected in the preview performance selection process is stored in a predetermined storage area of the performance RAM 124, and is also included in the preview performance start command and transmitted to the image control board 140. The image control board 140 that has received the preview performance start command displays the image of the designated preview performance on the display unit 50a. Furthermore, the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the performance means (speaker 52, frame lamp 53, panel lamp 54, movable device, input device, etc.) related to the preview performance based on the information on the preview performance stored in the performance RAM 124. Control as appropriate.

The mini-character operation notice is a performance that is performed at the timing when the fluctuation display of the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 starts, and it is expected that the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 will be reachable in the fluctuation for which the mini-character operation notice is performed. This is a performance that suggests the degree of reach (expected reach). In this embodiment, in the mini-character operation notice, a mini-character is first displayed, and a text image of "Press the button!" that prompts the user to operate the normal button 40 is displayed as the mini-character's line (see FIG. 38(C)). ). Then, when the normal button 40 is operated during such an operation instruction performance, an image suggesting the expected reach such as "chance!" or "..." is displayed as the mini character's lines ( (See FIGS. 38(D) and (E)). Note that a performance that displays an image such as "chance!" or "..." is an example of a performance that suggests the expected level of reach (reach preview performance).

The lottery for the mini-character operation preview is performed based on the lottery table shown in FIG. 33. As shown in FIG. 33, the production control microcomputer 121 determines that the special symbol fluctuation patterns indicated by the special symbol 1 fluctuation start command received from the gaming control microcomputer 101 are "battle victory jackpot fluctuation", "battle revival jackpot fluctuation", " In the case of "Story Success Jackpot Variation" or "Story Revival Jackpot Variation", 88% of the time select the mini character operation preview whose dialogue that is displayed in response to the operation of the normal button 40 is "Chance!", and select " ``...'' is selected at a rate of 2%. In the case of these special figure variation patterns, the rate at which the mini character operation notice is not executed is 10%.

In addition, when the special pattern fluctuation pattern indicated by the special pattern 1 fluctuation start command received from the gaming control microcomputer 101 is "N jackpot fluctuation", the production control microcomputer 121 displays the normal button 40 in response to the operation of the button 40. Mini-character operation notices whose lines are "Chance!" are selected at a rate of 75%, and mini-character operation notices whose lines are "..." are selected at a rate of 5%. In the case of this special figure variation pattern, the rate at which the mini character operation notice is not executed is 20%.

In addition, if the special pattern fluctuation pattern indicated by the special pattern 1 fluctuation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is "battle defeat loss fluctuation" or "story failure loss fluctuation", the performance control microcomputer 121 presses the normal button 40. 85% of the time, mini-character operation notices are selected in which the line displayed in response to the operation is ``chance!'', and mini-character operation notices with ``...'' are selected at 5% of the time. In the case of these special figure variation patterns, the rate at which the mini character operation notice is not executed is 10%.

In addition, when the special symbol fluctuation pattern indicated by the special symbol 1 fluctuation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is "N loss fluctuation", the production control microcomputer 121 displays the normal button 40 in response to the operation of the button 40. Mini-character operation notices whose lines are "Chance!" are selected at a rate of 70%, and mini-character operation notices whose lines are "..." are selected at a rate of 10%. In addition, in the case of this special figure variation pattern, the proportion of not executing the mini-character operation notice is 20%.

In addition, if the special symbol fluctuation pattern indicated by the special symbol 1 fluctuation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is "normal loss fluctuation", the production control microcomputer 121 displays the normal button 40 in response to the operation of the normal button 40. Mini-character operation previews whose lines are "Chance!" are selected at a rate of 3%, and mini-character operation previews whose lines are "..." are selected at a rate of 27%. In addition, in the case of this special figure variation pattern, the percentage of not executing the mini character operation notice is 70%.

In this manner, in the variation where reach is achieved, the mini-character operation preview in which "Chance!" is displayed is likely to be selected in response to the operation of the normal button 40, and the mini-character operation notice in which "..." is displayed is likely to be selected. It is difficult to select advance notice. On the other hand, in a variation in which a reach is not achieved (usually a loss variation), the mini-character operation preview in which "Chance!" is displayed is difficult to select, and the mini-character operation notice in which "..." is displayed is likely to be selected. Therefore, the mini-character operation preview in which "Chance!" is displayed functions as a performance with higher reach expectations than the mini-character operation notice in which "..." is displayed.

Further, in this embodiment, the mini-character operation notice is more likely to be executed in a variation in which a reach is achieved than in a variation in which a reach is not achieved. Therefore, the mini-character operation preview is a performance that makes you expect that reaching will be achieved.

In addition, in this form, in each variation of Battle Reach, Story Reach, and N Reach, the mini character operation preview of "Chance!" is selected for jackpot fluctuations rather than loss fluctuations. It is becoming easier to For this reason, the mini-character operation preview of "Chance!" functions as a production with higher expectations for a jackpot than the mini-character operation preview of "...". In addition, the mini-character operation preview also functions as a presentation that suggests the level of expectation for a jackpot.

Next, an example of execution of characteristic performances (battle reach, mini character operation preview, story reach, hit performance, etc.) in this pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained.

<Battle Reach>
A specific example of battle reach will be explained. As shown in FIG. 34, in the battle reach, first, an image or the like indicating that an ally character and an enemy character will battle from now on is displayed on the display unit 50a (FIG. 34(A)). Then, an image showing a battle between the friendly character and the enemy character is displayed on the display unit 50a (not shown). Before the win/lose branch, an image showing that the ally character attacks the enemy character is displayed on the display unit 50a (FIG. 34(B)). In the win/loss branch, an operation instruction performance (an example of a first operation instruction performance) that instructs the operation of the special button 41 is executed (FIG. 34(C)). If the special button 41 is operated during the valid operation period of the special button 41, if it is a battle reach executed based on the battle win jackpot variation (see Figure 29), a success indicating that the jackpot has been won. As a performance (winning performance), a victory image (including an image of the ally character being happy and a success background image G80) showing that the ally character has won against the enemy character is displayed on the display section 50a, and a performance pattern EZ1 is displayed. , EZ2, and EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed as "Zero" indicating a jackpot win (FIG. 34(D)). Note that the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are still being displayed in a variable manner.

By the way, a temporary stop display means that the speed of fluctuation of the production design is "0", but the production design changes such as shaking or repeating enlargement and reduction at the position where it is displayed, and it does not completely stop. Say no state. On the other hand, when we say a definite stop display (determined stop display) or a final stop display (final stop display), we mean a state in which the production symbols are completely stopped. When simply referred to as a "stop display," it may refer to a temporary stop display or to a confirmed stop display.

On the other hand, if it is a battle reach executed based on the battle revival jackpot fluctuation or the battle defeat jackpot fluctuation (see Figure 29), a failure effect indicating a loss (loss effect) will be displayed depending on the operation of the special button 41. , a defeat image (including an image in which the ally character is sad and a background image for failure G81) showing that the ally character was defeated by the enemy character's counter is displayed on the display section 50a, and the production pattern EZ1, EZ2 and EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed as "reach loser" indicating a loss (FIG. 34(E)). Note that the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are still being displayed in a variable manner.

Next, a description will be given of the performance development when a successful performance is executed in battle reach. When a successful performance is executed in Battle Reach, the image of the successful performance shown in Figure 34 (D) is hidden for a predetermined time (Figure 35 (A)), and then the performance symbol is promoted (from a normal symbol to a probability variable symbol). ``Design promotion agitation'' is carried out to incite the promotion to In the symbol promotion promotion, a mist image G83 is displayed on the display section 50a so as to overlap in front of the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3, and the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are gradually made smaller (Fig. 35(B) )). In other words, this performance is such that the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3, which are temporarily stopped and displayed, are hidden with mist. Then, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 temporarily disappear from the display section 50a, and then are displayed again in the final stop mode.

If the symbol promotion fails (if it is not promoted to a variable pattern), as shown in Figure 35 (C), the same normal symbol as before the symbol promotion (“2, 2, 2” in this case) is tentatively changed. It is displayed in a stopped state (FIG. 35(C)), and thereafter, it is displayed in a fixed stopped state along with the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 (FIG. 35(D)). Such an effect is performed when the special figure fluctuation pattern is "THP003" or "THP021" (see FIG. 29). In addition, in this form, although it is a guaranteed variable jackpot, the symbol may not be promoted during the variable performance (special pattern variable pattern "THP003"). In this case, during the subsequent jackpot game, it will be announced that the probability is variable jackpot (the gaming state after the jackpot game will be in a high probability state).

On the other hand, when the symbol promotion promotion is successful (promotion to a variable probability symbol), a mist image G83 is displayed on the display section 50a, and after the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 disappear, the symbol promotion production is performed. The symbol promotion performance is a performance that suggests that the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are promoted from normal symbols to variable probability symbols. As shown in FIG. 35(E), the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment displays a specific image G70 showing a symbol mark (predetermined image G84) attached to the back side of a teammate character on the display unit, as a symbol promotion effect. A symbol display effect (corresponding to a predetermined effect) to be displayed on 50a is performed. Incidentally, in this pachinko game machine PY1, this symbol display performance is the only time that the ally character shows the symbol mark (predetermined image G84) on the back side. Therefore, the symbol display effect has the effect of giving the player a special feeling and surprise by displaying a symbol mark (predetermined image G84) that is rarely displayed during a game.

When the performance time of the symbol promotion performance has elapsed, as shown in FIG. 35(F), the zero number of the variable probability symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed (FIG. 35(F)), and then the fixed symbol is stopped along with the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3. is displayed (Fig. 35(G)). Such an effect is performed when the special figure fluctuation pattern is "THP002" (see FIG. 29). In addition, in FIG. 34 and FIG. 35, an example was shown in which the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed as normal symbols together with the successful performance in battle reach, but if the special symbol fluctuation pattern is "THP001", it is successful. Along with the performance, performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed as variable probability symbols.

Next, the performance development when a failure performance is executed in battle reach will be explained. When a failure effect is executed in Battle Reach, the image of the failure effect shown in FIG. It is displayed on the display section 50a (FIG. 36(A)). That is, in a state where the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed in the reach losing number (here, "2, 3, 2"), the background image of the display section 50a is changed to the failure background image G81 (battle reach image). (one of the above) is returned to the daytime normal background image G102. If this failure performance is executed based on the battle defeat loss fluctuation (special pattern fluctuation pattern "THP031", see FIG. 29), the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2 as shown in FIG. 36(B) , EZ3 are fixed and stopped and displayed together with the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 while remaining as the missed reach (FIG. 36(B)).

On the other hand, if the failure effect is executed based on the battle revival jackpot variation (special pattern variation patterns "THP004", "THP005", "THP022", see Figure 29), the first revival pattern A revival performance will be performed. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 36(C), the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3, which were temporarily stopped and displayed when the reach was missed, are displayed again in a variable manner without being displayed in a fixed stop. Then, with each performance pattern EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 completely scrolled, the same re-fluctuation notice performance (corresponding to the suggestion performance) as the operation instruction performance in the mini character operation notice (see Figure 38 (C)) is performed. It is executed (FIG. 36(D)). That is, the image G86 in which the mini-character says the line "Press the button" is displayed on the display section 50a. In this pachinko game machine PY1, such a performance makes the player recognize as if the next variable performance (special figure variation) has started. In particular, in accordance with the re-fluctuation display of the production patterns EZ1, EZ2, EZ3, the image G86 of the mini character saying the line "Press the button" is displayed on the display section 50a, so that the production patterns EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 are simply This makes it possible to make it appear as if the next fluctuating performance has started more realistically than with a configuration in which the next fluctuating performance is displayed again.

Then, during the re-fluctuation preview performance, the operation validity period of the normal button 40 is set. If the normal button 40 is operated during this valid operation period, a revival effect is executed in response to the operation of the normal button 40. The revival performance is a performance that suggests to the player that he or she has won a jackpot. As shown in FIG. 37(A), the pachinko game machine PY1 of this embodiment displays a specific image G70 on the display portion 50a showing the symbol mark (predetermined image G84) attached to the back side of the ally character. Perform symbol display effects to be displayed. In other words, the same effect as the symbol promotion effect is performed.

When the performance time of the revival performance has elapsed, as shown in FIG. 37(B), the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed on a double-eye, and then are displayed as a fixed stop together with the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3. (Figure 37(C)). Such a performance accompanied by a revival performance is performed when the special figure fluctuation pattern is "THP004", "THP005", or "THP022" (see FIG. 29). In this embodiment, when the revival effect is executed, the symbol promotion effect is not executed. In addition, although FIG. 37 shows an example in which the revival effect is performed and the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed as normal symbols (the special figure variation patterns are "THP005" and "THP022"), If the fluctuation pattern is "THP004", a revival performance is performed and the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed as variable probability symbols.

<Mini character operation preview>
Next, a specific example of the mini-character operation notice will be explained. The mini-character operation notice is a performance that is performed at the timing when the fluctuation display of the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 starts, and it is expected that the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 will be reachable in the fluctuation for which the mini-character operation notice is performed. It is a performance that suggests the level of skill. Specifically, when executing the mini-character operation notice, the performance control microcomputer 121 immediately after starting the variable display of the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3, as shown in FIGS. , an image G86 in which the mini-character is saying the line "Press the button" is displayed on the display section 50a. This image G86 is the same as the image G86 in the first revival pattern (image G86 displayed in the preview effect at the time of re-fluctuation, see FIG. 36(D)). Then, when the normal button 40 is operated during the performance (operation instruction performance) that displays this image G86, the performance control microcomputer 121 displays the line "..." in response to this operation. (FIG. 38(D)), or display the line "Chance!" (FIG. 38(E)). Which line to display is determined by the aforementioned mini-character operation preview lottery (see FIG. 33).

In this manner, in this embodiment, by executing the mini-character operation preview, the interest at the start of the variable display of the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 is improved. When performing a revival performance after a failure performance in Battle Reach, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 will be displayed in a variable manner again, and the operation instruction performance (equivalent to "predetermined performance") in this mini-character operation notice will be displayed. ), the player can easily recognize the re-fluctuation display before the revival performance as the real new fluctuating display (FIG. 36(D)). Therefore, when the revival effect is executed, it is possible to give a stronger surprise to the player, and it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

<Story Reach>
Next, a specific example of story reach will be explained. As shown in FIG. 39, in the story reach, first, images and the like showing the ally characters and heroine appearing in the story are displayed on the display section 50a (FIG. 39(A)). The production shown in FIG. 39(A) functions as a production that suggests the start of the story reach. Then, images that follow the story are displayed on the display section 50a (FIG. 39(B)). The story reach of this form is a story in which an ally character searches for a heroine. In the winning/losing branch of the story reach, an operation instruction performance that instructs the operation of the normal button 40 (an example of the second operation instruction performance, FIG. 39(C)) or an operation instruction performance that instructs the operation of the special button 41 (FIG. 39 (D)) is executed. It should be noted that which operation instruction performance will be executed in the winning/losing branch of the story reach is determined by lottery (see FIG. 31). Incidentally, the operation performance using the special button 41 is a performance with extremely high expectations for a big hit.

If the operation part (normal button 40 or special button 41) to be operated is operated during the operation validity period, if the story reach is executed based on the story success jackpot variation (see Figure 29), the jackpot will be won. As a success performance (winning performance) suggesting that the heroine is happy, a success image (including the image of the heroine being happy and the success background image G80) is displayed on the display unit 50a, and Performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed as a "Zero" indicating a jackpot win (FIG. 39(E)). Note that the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are still being displayed in a variable manner. Moreover, the success image shown in FIG. 39(E) is an image that means a story in which the ally character and the heroine meet.

On the other hand, if the story reach is executed based on the story revival jackpot variation or the story failure jackpot variation (see Figure 29), the loss will be determined depending on the operation of the target operation section (normal button 40 or special button 41). As a failure effect (loss effect) that suggests something, a failure image indicating that the heroine is sad (including the image of the heroine being sad and the failure background image G81) is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the effect is Symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed as "reach loser" indicating a loss (FIG. 39(F)). Note that the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are still being displayed in a variable manner. Moreover, the failure image shown in FIG. 39(F) is an image indicating a story in which the ally character was unable to meet the heroine.

When a successful performance is executed in a story reach (FIG. 39(E)), the subsequent performance development is the same as when a successful performance is performed in a battle reach. In other words, if it is a special pattern variation pattern "THP006" in which the variable probability symbol is stopped and displayed without going through symbol promotion in the story success jackpot variation, the zero of the probability variation symbol will be temporarily stopped and displayed along with the success effect, and the fixed stop will be made as it is. Is displayed. In addition, if it is a special symbol fluctuation pattern "THP007" in which the variable probability symbol is stopped and displayed after the symbol promotion among the story success jackpot variations, the symbol promotion effect is executed from the symbol promotion instigation, and the variable probability symbol is fixed and displayed. . Note that the symbol promotion performance performed after the successful performance is executed in the story reach is the same performance as the symbol promotion performance performed after the successful performance is executed in the battle reach. In addition, if the special symbol fluctuation patterns "THP008" and "THP023" are the story success jackpot fluctuations in which the normal symbol is stopped and displayed due to failure in symbol promotion, the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 will become the normal symbol after the symbol promotion is promoted. It will be displayed as confirmed and stopped. In addition, in the case of the special figure fluctuation pattern "THP008", it is assumed that during the jackpot game, it is reported that there is a variable jackpot (the gaming state after the jackpot game becomes a high probability state).

Next, a description will be given of the performance development when a failure performance is executed in the story reach. When a failure effect is executed in the story reach (Figure 39 (F), Figure 40 (A)), this failure effect is executed based on the story failure loss variation (special figure variation pattern "THP032", see Figure 29). 40(A), the image of the failed effect shown in FIG. (FIG. 40(B)). That is, in a state where the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed in the reach losing number (here, "2, 3, 2"), the background image of the display section 50a is changed to the failure background image G81 (story reach image). (one of the above) is returned to the daytime normal background image G102. Then, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are fixed and stopped and displayed together with the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3, while remaining as the reach-losing eyes (FIG. 40(C)).

On the other hand, if the failure effect was executed based on the story revival jackpot fluctuation (special figure fluctuation patterns "THP009", "THP010", "THP024", see Figure 29), the second resurrection pattern A revival performance is performed. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 40(A) and 40(D), from a state where the background image G81 for failure is displayed and the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed as reach misses (see FIG. 40(A)), a revival effect is executed (FIG. 40(D)). The revival performance performed after the failure performance is executed in the story reach is the same as the resurrection performance performed after the failure performance is performed in the battle reach. In other words, this pachinko gaming machine PY1 has a symbol display in which a specific image G70 showing a symbol mark (predetermined image G84) attached to the back side of a teammate character is displayed on the display unit 50a as a revival effect after story reach. Perform the performance.

When the performance time of the resurrection performance has elapsed, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed as double-digits, and then displayed as a fixed stop together with the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3, as shown in FIG. 40(E). (Figure 40(F)). When the revival effect is executed, the symbol promotion effect is not executed. In addition, although FIG. 40 shows a case where the revival performance is performed and the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed as normal symbols (when the special symbol variation pattern is "THP010" or "THP024"), If the special symbol fluctuation pattern is "THP009", a revival performance is performed and the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed as variable probability symbols.

In this way, in this form, the resurrection effect is different when the resurrection effect is executed after the battle reach (in the case of the battle revival jackpot variation) and when the revival effect is executed after the story reach (in the case of the story revival jackpot variation). The execution timing is different. The execution pattern of the former revival effect is the first revival pattern, and the execution pattern of the latter revival effect is the second revival pattern. As shown in FIG. 41(A), in the first revival pattern, after the failure effect is executed in the winning/losing branch of Battle Reach, the background image changes from the failure background image G81 (background image as Battle Reach) to the normal daytime After returning to the background image G102 (normal background image) (background return), the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed again in a variable manner without being fixed and stopped, and a revival performance is executed.

On the other hand, in the second revival pattern, as shown in FIG. Before returning from the normal daytime background image G102 (normal background image) (that is, at the timing when the failure background image G81 is being displayed), a revival effect is executed. In the second revival pattern, the revival effect is executed from a state in which the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed in the reach losing position.

In this way, the pachinko game machine PY1 of this embodiment is provided with two types of resurrection patterns. However, regardless of which revival pattern is used, the content of the revival effect is the same (FIGS. 37(A) and 40(D)). Therefore, regardless of which resurrection pattern there is, it is easy for the player who has seen the resurrection effect to understand the significance of the effect. In particular, in this embodiment, before the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed on the double mark (a stop mode that means jackpot winning), in order to execute a symbol display performance as a revival performance, this is performed in the pachinko gaming machine PY1. For players with little knowledge about performances, it may be difficult to grasp the meaning of the performances, but since this pachinko gaming machine PY1 uses a resurrection performance that is common to both resurrection patterns, it is easy for players to understand the meaning. It has become easier to play, increasing the interest in the game.

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Next, a specific example of the collision effect will be explained. In this embodiment, the jackpot effect is executed when a jackpot is won during the jackpot period from the 1st variation to the 30th variation (during the period controlled by the jackpot mode) in the high probability state and time saving state. (Special figure fluctuation patterns "THP051", "THP052", "THP053", "THP054", see FIG. 30). When the special pattern fluctuation pattern is "hit fluctuation", as shown in FIGS. 42(A) to (C), soon after the fluctuation display of production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 starts (in about 1 second) , a surprise effect is executed. The jackpot performance is a performance that suggests to the player that he or she will win a jackpot. As shown in FIG. 42(C), the pachinko game machine PY1 of this embodiment displays a specific image G70 showing a symbol mark (predetermined image G84) attached to the back side of a teammate character on the display screen, as shown in FIG. 42(C). A symbol display effect to be displayed on 50a is performed. In other words, the same performance as the resurrection performance and the symbol promotion performance is performed.

In this manner, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment executes a symbol display performance (FIG. 42(C)) that is common to the resurrection performance and the symbol promotion performance as the hit performance. Therefore, even if a hit effect (symbol display effect) is executed at an unexpected timing (immediately after the fluctuating display of effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 starts), the meaning of the effect is changed to the game. It has become easier to recognize that this is advantageous for the player, that is, it is a sign of winning a jackpot.

When the performance time of the collision performance has elapsed, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed as zeros, as shown in FIG. 42(D). After that, execute "symbol promotion agitation" to gradually make the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 smaller and hide them with the fog image G83 (Fig. 42 (E)), and if they are not promoted to a probability variable pattern (the special symbol variation pattern is " In the case of "THP053" or "THP054", see Fig. 30), as shown in Fig. 42 (F), the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 are promoted to the same normal symbol as before (here "2. 2.2''), and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are displayed at a fixed stop. On the other hand, when promoting to a variable pattern (when the special pattern variation pattern is "THP052", see Fig. 30), as shown in Fig. 42 (G), the production patterns EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 are promoted to the double ( Here, it is displayed again as "7.7.7"), and is fixed and stopped together with the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3. In addition, when the special symbol variation pattern is "THP053", although it is a probability variation jackpot, the symbol is not promoted during the variation performance. In this case, during the subsequent jackpot game, it will be announced that the probability is variable jackpot (the gaming state after the jackpot game will be in a high probability state). In addition, if the special pattern fluctuation pattern is "THP051", the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 will be temporarily stopped and displayed as guaranteed variation symbols after the hit effect, and the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 will be fixed and stopped as they are. Is displayed.

8. Effects of the Embodiment As described above in detail, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, after the failure effect is executed in the battle reach, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 that have been stopped and displayed are again displayed in a variable manner. After that, a revival effect is performed (see FIGS. 34, 36, and 37). Therefore, for the player, after the failure performance, the revival performance is performed while recognizing that there is no resurrection performance and the next fluctuation has started, which increases the surprise of the resurrection performance, which makes the game Interest will be improved.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko game machine PY1 of the present embodiment, before the execution of the revival effect, the image G86 of the mini-character saying the line "Press the button" is displayed on the display section 50a. Suggestive effect suggesting that the effect will be executed) is executed (FIG. 36(D)). Therefore, the re-fluctuation preview performance gives the player the pleasure of realizing that the revival performance will be executed, and it is possible to further improve the enjoyment of the game.

In particular, in this embodiment, the re-fluctuation notice performance (Fig. 36 (D)) is the performance performed at the start of the fluctuation display of the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 (operation instruction performance in the mini-character operation notice, see Fig. 38 (C) ) is the same performance. Therefore, it is possible to make the re-fluctuation display of the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3, which is performed after the failure performance and before the revival performance, look more natural as the start of a new variation performance. Therefore, it becomes difficult for the player to notice that the resurrection effect is being executed, and it is possible to further improve the surprise of the resurrection effect.

Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, the re-variation notice performance (FIG. 36(D)) that suggests that a revival performance will be executed becomes an operation instruction performance that instructs the operation of the normal button 40. When the normal button 40 is operated according to this operation instruction performance, a resurrection performance is performed (see FIGS. 36(D) and 37(A)). In other words, the revival performance is performed at the timing when the player operates the normal button 40 after the re-variable display of the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3. Therefore, it is possible to further improve the game interest regarding the revival effect.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, in the mini character operation preview that is performed at the start of the variable display of the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3, when the player operates the normal button 40 according to the operation instruction performance, the expected level of reach increases. (Specifically, a production that displays "..." as shown in Figure 38 (D) as a mini character's line, or a display that displays "Chance!" as a mini character's line as shown in Figure 38 (E)) performance) is executed. Therefore, it is possible to make the player think that such a flow of performance is common. By adopting a flow similar to this before the revival performance, players who think that even if they operate the normal button 40, the performance that suggests the expected level of reach will only be executed. On the other hand, it becomes possible to show a revival effect that suggests a jackpot win. Therefore, it is possible to increase the surprise when the revival effect is executed, and it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, there are two cases in which a revival effect is executed after a battle reach (a case in which a revival effect is executed in the first resurrection pattern) and a case in which a revival effect is executed after a story reach. (When the revival effect is executed in the second revival pattern), the execution timing of the revival effect is different (see FIG. 41). Therefore, the player can look forward to the execution of the revival effect at a plurality of timings, and it is possible to improve the interest in the game. Furthermore, for a player who is only expecting one of the execution timings, the revival performance performed at the other execution timing will be a highly surprising performance. Therefore, it is possible to give a pleasant surprise to the player through the revival effect, and it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment, whether the resurrection effect is executed after the battle reach or the resurrection effect is executed after the story reach, the same effect (FIG. 37(A), (see FIG. 40(D)) is executed. Therefore, it is easy for the player to understand the meaning of the revival performance.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, when the revival effect is executed after the battle reach, the display of the effect image as the battle reach ends and the daytime normal background image G102 is displayed. A revival effect is executed (FIG. 36(D), FIG. 37(A)). On the other hand, when the resurrection effect is executed after the story reach, the resurrection effect is executed in a situation where the effect image for the story reach (background image for failure G81) is displayed (FIGS. 40(A) and 40(D)) ). As described above, in this embodiment, there are two revival patterns in which the display conditions of the background image when the revival effect is executed are different. However, in both revival patterns, the same revival effect is performed (see FIGS. 37(A) and 40(D)). Therefore, it is possible to prevent players from not being able to immediately understand the meaning of the revival effect.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment, when the revival effect is executed after the battle reach, the revival effect is executed in a situation where the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a variable manner (Fig. 36 (A) (C) (D), Figure 37 (A)). On the other hand, when the resurrection effect is executed after the story reach, the resurrection effect is executed in a situation where the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed in the missed reach position (Fig. 40 (A) (D)). . In this manner, in this embodiment, there are two resurrection patterns in which the display conditions of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 when the resurrection effect is executed are different. However, in both revival patterns, the same revival effect is performed (see FIGS. 37(A) and 40(D)). Therefore, it is possible to prevent players from not being able to immediately grasp the meaning of the revival performance.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment, when a failure performance is executed in response to the operation of the special button 41 (FIGS. 34(C) and (E)), a revival performance is performed using the first revival pattern. If the failure effect is executed in response to the operation of the normal button 40 (FIGS. 39C and 39F), the recovery effect is executed in the second recovery pattern. As described above, in this embodiment, since the type of operation section and the type of resurrection pattern are associated with each other, it is possible to improve the game's interest by having the player enjoy noticing this.

In particular, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment, the operation instruction performance for operating the special button 41 (first operation instruction performance) is better than the operation instruction performance for operating the normal button 40 (second operation instruction performance). Also, where there is a high degree of expectation that a success performance will be executed (see Figure 31), the case where a failure performance is performed from the first operation instruction performance is better than the case where a failure performance is performed from the second operation instruction performance. Also, the execution timing of the revival effect is delayed. Therefore, the player's disappointment period after the first operation instruction performance becomes longer, and it is possible to correspondingly increase the feeling of elation at the time of the revival performance.

In addition, in the pachinko game machine PY1 of this embodiment, the special button 41 is operated in the winning/losing branch of the battle reach, while the normal button 41 is operated after the failure effect is executed in accordance with the operation and before the revival effect is executed. to operate. In this manner, in this embodiment, the revival effect is executed in response to the operation of the normal button 40, which does not have a special feel compared to the special button 41, so it is possible to improve the surprise of the player at the time of the revival effect. It is possible to improve gaming interest.

In addition, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment has a story reach (first reach effect, first specific effect) and a battle reach (second reach effect, second specific effect), which has a higher jackpot expectation than story reach. If you execute a failed effect in Battle Reach, a resurrection effect will be performed at a specific timing after the temporary stop display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 is re-displayed, but the story When a failure performance is performed in reach, a resurrection performance is not performed at a specific timing (a resurrection performance is performed at a timing different from the specific timing). Therefore, by showing that the reach effect with high expectations for a jackpot has failed and the next variation has started without the revival effect being executed, the player is sufficiently disappointed and feels disappointed, and the revival effect is not executed. Since the game is executed, the surprise and excitement given to the player are high, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment, the effects used for the revival effect (FIGS. 37(A), 40(D)) and the effects used for the symbol promotion effect (FIG. 35(E)) are different from each other. , the same effect (symbol display effect). That is, a common performance is used for different performances such as a revival performance and a symbol promotion performance that indicate a change to an advantageous direction for the player. Therefore, it is easy for the player to recognize that either case is advantageous, and it is possible to improve the player's interest in the game.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, a symbol display effect (a specific image G70 showing a symbol mark (predetermined image G84) attached to the back side of an ally character) is displayed as a recovery effect after a failure effect. When the effect displayed in the section 50a (see FIG. 37(A)) is executed, there are cases in which a probability variable jackpot has been won or a normal jackpot (non-probability variable jackpot) has been won. On the other hand, when a symbol display performance is executed as a symbol promotion performance after a successful performance, it is confirmed that the player has won the probability-variable jackpot. In this manner, in this embodiment, the meaning of the symbol display performance is different depending on whether the symbol display performance is executed after a failed performance or the case where the symbol display performance is performed after a successful performance. Therefore, it is possible to increase the interest in the process of the performance until the symbol display performance is executed, and it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, when the revival effect is executed, the symbol promotion effect is not executed during the variation (see FIG. 32). In other words, the symbol display effect is never executed more than once within one special figure variation. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the performance from becoming complicated.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment, the symbol display performance is performed not only as a resurrection performance or a symbol promotion performance, but also as a hit performance that notifies you of a jackpot win without going through reach (Fig. 42(C) )). In other words, a performance used to notify a winning that is difficult to predict, such as a hit performance, is the same performance as a performance used to notify a change to a direction advantageous to the player, such as a resurrection performance or a symbol promotion performance. Therefore, it becomes easier for the player to understand the meaning of the hit effect, and it is expected that the player's enjoyment of the game will increase.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, when a hit effect is performed and a normal symbol is promoted to a variable probability symbol in the variation, the symbol display effect is not performed and the symbol is changed to a variable probability symbol. 42 (E) (G)). In other words, the symbol display effect is never executed more than once within one special figure variation. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the performance from becoming complicated.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko game machine PY1 of the present embodiment, the resurrection effect is to display a symbol mark (predetermined image G84, in other words, "a part of the predetermined character") attached to the back side of the ally character in a large size on the display section 50a. This is a performance to be displayed. In this embodiment, the symbol mark attached to the ally character is displayed only in the revival performance, symbol promotion performance, and collision performance. In other words, it is an image that the player has no opportunity to see until, for example, he or she draws the so-called "first win." Such images are used for effects such as revival effects that suddenly show a situation advantageous to the player, thereby increasing the interest in the game.

In other words, in this form, a specific motif (ally character) that may also be displayed in other effects other than resurrection effects, symbol promotion effects, and collision effects (SP reach, etc.) is not displayed in other effects. The effect of displaying a difficult part (symbol mark) in a wide range on the display section 50a is adopted for the revival effect, the symbol promotion effect, and the collision effect. As a result, the symbol display performance is a performance that displays a symbol mark (predetermined image G84) that has a strong impact on the player. In this embodiment, the effect of displaying the predetermined image G84 with a strong impact is not limited to the resurrection effect, but also in situations where the resurrection effects such as the symbol promotion effect and the landing effect are not executed (in other words, when the jackpot has already been won) It is also used in situations where the decision is being made, and in situations where the result of the judgment has not yet been suggested or announced. Therefore, the symbol display performance becomes a performance that easily associates good results with the player, making it easier for the player to understand the meaning of the performance in any scene, and improving the overall interest of the game.

In addition, in this embodiment, the symbol mark (predetermined image G84) is configured so that it is not displayed at all in performances other than the revival performance, symbol promotion performance, and collision performance, but if it is extremely difficult to display in performances other than these, It may be displayed rarely.

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

In the above form, an operation instruction performance that instructs the operation of the normal button 40 is performed as a suggestive performance that suggests that the resurrection performance will be executed between the re-fluctuation display of the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 and the execution of the resurrection performance. However, the presentation contents of the suggestion presentation can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game. For example, an effect that displays an image of a predetermined character or item on the display unit 50a, an effect that moves movable bodies provided in movable devices such as the above-board movable device 55, the under-board movable device 56, and the frame movable device 58, etc. It may be an effect in which a light emitting body such as the lamp 54 or the frame lamp 53 emits light, an effect in which a predetermined effect sound is output from the speaker 52, or the like.

Further, in the above embodiment, the suggestion performance suggesting that the revival performance will be executed is the same as the operation instruction performance in the mini character preview performance performed at the start of the variable performance, but it may be a similar performance. Similar productions refer to productions that are similar enough to be recognized as the same production. For example, although the motifs to be displayed are the same, differences such as different display sizes and display colors are considered to be included in the category of "similar enough to be recognized as the same production." Furthermore, even if a production that is neither the same nor similar to the "production that may be performed at the start of a variable production" (a completely different production) is adopted as a "production that suggests that a revival production will be performed". good.

Further, in the above embodiment, the resurrection effect in the first resurrection pattern and the resurrection effect in the second resurrection pattern are the same effect, but they may be similar effects. Here, similar performances refer to performances that are similar enough that the player can recognize them as the same performance even if there are some differences. For example, although the motif to be displayed is the same, differences such as the display size and display color are different, the brightness of the image is different, and whether the display involves the movement of a movable object or not, etc. It shall be included in the category of "similarity to the extent that a player can recognize it as the same production."

In addition, in the above embodiment, the common symbol display performance is performed for the resurrection performance and the symbol promotion performance, but the performance performed as the resurrection performance and the performance performed as the symbol promotion performance are not exactly the same performance, but are similar to each other. Even if it is a performance, it shall be included in the "common predetermined performance." In addition, in the above embodiment, the symbol display performance that is common to the resurrection performance and the symbol promotion performance is performed as the collision performance, but the performance performed as the collision performance is the same as the performance performed as the revival performance and the symbol promotion performance. Even if the performances are not exactly the same, but are similar, they are included in the "common predetermined performances." In addition, in the above embodiment, a common symbol display performance is performed in the three performances of the resurrection performance, the symbol promotion performance, and the collision performance, but a common symbol display performance is performed in any two of these performances. It may also be a configuration.

Further, in the above embodiment, in SP reach (including battle reach and story reach), the operation instruction performance that instructs the operation of the normal button 40 and the operation instruction performance that instructs the operation of the special button 41 are configured to be executable. In contrast, a specific production button that can change the mode is provided, and an operation instruction production (an example of a first operation instruction production) using a specific production button in the first mode (an example of a first mode operation section) is provided. ) and an operation performance (an example of a second operation instruction performance) using a specific performance button in the second mode (an example of a second mode operation section) may be configured to be executable. Specifically, for example, a production button with a built-in movable body is provided, the production button in a state where the movable body is in operation is the first mode operation part, and the production button in a state in which the movable body is not in operation is in the second mode. It may also be used as an operation section. In this case, it is preferable that the operation instruction presentation using the first mode operation section has a higher jackpot expectation than the operation instruction presentation using the second mode operation section. In addition, a production button with a built-in light emitter is provided, and the production button when the light emitter is operating in the first light emitting mode is used as the first mode operation part, and the display button when the light emitter is operating in the second light emission mode is used as the first mode operation part. The production button may be used as the second mode operation section.

In addition, in the above embodiment, when the normal button 40 is operated in the operation instruction performance performed during the re-variation display of the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 after the failure performance, the revival performance is always performed. . On the other hand, even if the normal button 40 is operated in the operation instruction performance, the revival performance may not be executed (in other words, even if there is a loss fluctuation, the reproduction of the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 after the failure performance has a predetermined probability). It is also possible to adopt a configuration in which a variable display and an operation instruction performance are performed. In such a configuration, the operation instruction performance performed during the re-variation display of the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 after the failure performance functions as a performance suggesting that a revival performance may be performed.

In addition, in the above form, there is a case where the resurrection effect is performed with the first resurrection pattern (in the case of the resurrection effect after battle reach), and a case where the resurrection effect is performed with the second resurrection pattern (in the case of the resurrection effect after the story reach). ), the probability of a variable jackpot may be configured to be different. Specifically, for example, a configuration may be adopted in which the probability of a variable jackpot is significantly higher when the revival effect is performed with the first resurrection pattern than when the resurrection effect is performed with the second resurrection pattern. With this configuration, it is possible to increase the player's interest in which resurrection pattern will be used for the resurrection effect, and it is possible to further improve the interest in the game. In addition, such a configuration is suitable for configurations where the probability of a variable jackpot differs depending on the length of time from the execution of the failure performance to the execution of the revival performance, or those where the time from the execution of the failure performance to the execution of the revival performance is long. However, it can be said that this is a configuration with a high probability of hitting the jackpot.

In addition, in the above-mentioned form, when a failure effect is performed in battle reach, a recovery effect is performed from a state where the failure background image G81 is displayed, or the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed as a temporary stop when the reach is missed. A revival effect may be performed from the state in which the character is currently being played. In addition, when a failure effect is performed in the story reach, the background image returns from the failure background image G81 to the normal background image (for example, the daytime normal background image G102) before the resurrection effect is performed, or when the reach loses. The performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3, which have been temporarily stopped and displayed, may be displayed in a variable manner again, and then the revival performance may be performed. In addition, in the above embodiment, the special button 41 (an example of the first mode operation section) is always used for winning or losing in battle reach, but the normal button 40 (an example of the second mode operation section) may be used. There may be.

Further, in the above embodiment, the symbol promotion performance is executed during the variable display of the special symbol (special symbol fluctuation), but the symbol promotion performance may be executed during the jackpot game.

In addition, in the above format, the advantageous symbol of doubles means winning a guaranteed-variable jackpot, but a jackpot where the number of rounds in which prize balls can be obtained is relatively large (such as a 16-round jackpot) It may also mean that the player has won a jackpot with a relatively large number of prize balls. In this case, the jackpot in which the number of prize balls that can be obtained is relatively large does not have to be a probability-variable jackpot.

Further, in the above embodiment, when the symbol display performance is executed after the successful performance, the player always wins a probability-variable jackpot (an example of a "relatively advantageous jackpot"). On the other hand, a configuration may be adopted in which, by executing the symbol display effect after the successful effect, it is suggested that there is a higher possibility of winning the probability variable jackpot than when the symbol display effect is not executed.

In addition, in the above embodiment, the symbol display effect is not executed as a symbol promotion effect in the variation where the resurrection effect is executed, but if it is allowed that the effect becomes somewhat complicated, the symbol display effect can be performed within one variation. may be executed multiple times.

In addition, in the above embodiment, the jackpot performance is performed when a jackpot is won between the 1st variation and the 30th variation in the high probability state and time saving state, but it may be performed in other situations such as the normal gaming state. It is also possible to have a configuration in which

Furthermore, in the above embodiment, a battle reach or a story reach is performed as a specific performance that can be branched into a successful performance or a failure performance, but the content of the specific performance can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game. Furthermore, the performance contents of various performances other than the specific performance can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

In addition, in the above embodiment, the operation instruction effect that instructs the operation of the special button 41 is sometimes executed in the winning/losing branch in Story Reach, but the configuration is such that it is never executed (i.e., in the winning/losing branch in Story Reach). In this case, a configuration may be adopted in which only the operation instruction effect that instructs the operation of the normal button 40 is executed.

In addition, in the above embodiment, after the symbol display effect is finished (after being made non-displayable), the effect patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed at the double mark (Fig. 35 (E) (F)). , FIG. 37(A)(B), FIG. 42(C)(D)), a configuration in which the symbol display performance and the temporary stop display of the performance patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 at the zero number are performed at the same time, or, A configuration may also be adopted in which each display period partially overlaps. In other words, you may stop displaying the double number of the probability variable symbol with the symbol promotion effect, you may stop displaying the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 as the double number with the resurrection effect, or you may stop display the production symbol EZ1 with the landing effect. , EZ2, and EZ3 may be stopped and displayed in a diagonal.

In addition, in the above embodiment, in at least one of the case where the resurrection effect is performed with the first resurrection pattern and the case where the resurrection effect is performed with the second resurrection pattern, the above-board movable body 55k, the under-board movable body 55k, It may be configured to perform a movable body drive effect in which a predetermined movable body such as a movable body included in the body 56k and the frame movable device 58 is operated. If only one of the resurrection patterns is configured to involve the movable body drive performance, the resurrection pattern of the one that executes the movable body drive performance can be given a special feeling, and an improvement in game interest can be expected.

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

In addition, in the above embodiment, the special figure 2 determination process is performed with priority over the special figure 1 determination process (the variable display of special figure 2 is performed with priority over the variable display of special figure 1), It is also possible to adopt a configuration in which the special figure 1 determination process is performed with priority over the special figure 2 determination process (the variable display of the special figure 1 is performed with priority over the variable display of the special figure 2). In this case, it is preferable to make the special drawing 1 drawing a drawing that is easier to win a jackpot that is more advantageous than the special drawing 2 drawing.

In addition, in the above embodiment, the game machine determines the transition to the high probability state based on the type of the winning jackpot symbol, but the so-called V guaranteed machine (based on passage of a specific area (V area) in the jackpot) It may also be a gaming machine that is controlled to a high probability state. In addition, in the above embodiment, once the high probability state is controlled, the control to the high probability state continues until the start of the next jackpot game (a so-called fixed variable loop type gaming machine), but the so-called ST machine (probable variable loop type gaming machine) is configured. It may also be configured as a game machine with a number of times cut off. Further, it may be configured as a so-called 1 type 2 type mixing machine or a spinner type game machine. That is, the invention disclosed in this specification can be suitably applied to gaming machines with various gaming properties, regardless of the gaming properties of the gaming machines.

Further, in the above embodiment, the present invention is applied to a pachinko game machine, but it can also be applied to other pinball game machines such as an arrangement ball machine and a mahjong ball game machine.

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

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

Further, not all jackpot games may be configured to correspond to "special games advantageous to the player." For example, a jackpot game that is scheduled to be controlled to a high probability state afterwards may be configured as a "special game advantageous to the player," or a jackpot game that can win a relatively large number of prize balls, such as 16R, may be configured. It may also be configured to correspond to a "special game advantageous to the player."

10. Inventions Disclosed in the Specification The following inventions have been disclosed up to the previous paragraph in this Detailed Description. In the following description, the names and expressions of corresponding components in the embodiments, and the symbols used in the drawings are added in parentheses for reference. However, the constituent elements of each invention are not limited to this appendix. Note that invention A is a general term for the following inventions A1 to A5. Furthermore, invention B is a general term for the following inventions B1 to B7. Invention C is a general term for the following inventions C1 to C5.

Invention A1:
A determining means (processing related to jackpot determination by the game control microcomputer 101) for determining whether to execute a special game (jackpot game) advantageous to the player (jackpot determination);
A special game execution means (processing related to the execution of the jackpot game by the game control microcomputer 101) that executes the special game based on the result of the determination;
A production control means (production control microcomputer 121) capable of controlling production;
The performance control means is
Performing a variable effect in which the effect symbols (EZ1, EZ2, EZ3) are displayed in a variable manner in response to the determination made by the determination means;
During the fluctuating display of the performance symbols, a success performance suggesting that the special game will be executed (for example, the performance shown in FIG. 34(D)) or a failure performance suggesting that the special game will not be executed (for example, It is possible to perform a specific performance (for example, battle reach) that can branch to the performance shown in FIG. 34(E),
When the successful performance is executed, the performance symbols are stopped and displayed in a specific manner (Zero) that suggests that the special game will be executed, while when the failure performance is executed, the performance symbols are displayed as the special game. A gaming machine that can stop and display in a non-specific manner (loss) indicating that the game will not be executed,
The performance control means is configured to perform the failure performance and stop display of the performance symbols in the non-specific manner when the determination means determines to execute the special game, and then display the performance symbols again. After the variable display (see FIGS. 36(A), (C), and (D)), a revival effect (symbol display effect, FIG. 37(A)) indicating that the special game will be executed may be performed. A gaming machine (Pachinko gaming machine PY1) characterized by:

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, after a failure performance is executed in a specific performance, the performance symbols that have been stopped and displayed are again variably displayed, and then a revival performance is performed. Therefore, for the player, after the failure performance, the revival performance is performed while recognizing that there is no resurrection performance and the next fluctuation has started, which increases the surprise of the resurrection performance, which makes the game Interest will be improved.

Invention A2:
The gaming machine according to invention A1,
The performance control means may perform a suggestive performance that suggests that the resurrection performance will be performed (when the mini-character presses a button) between variably displaying the performance symbols again after the failed performance and before performing the resurrection performance. 36(D)).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, since the suggestion effect is executed before the execution of the revival effect, the suggestion effect gives rise to the enjoyment of noticing the execution of the revival effect, and it is possible to further improve the game's interest.

Invention A3:
The gaming machine according to invention A2,
A gaming machine characterized in that the suggested performance is the same as or similar to a predetermined performance that may be performed at the start of the variable performance (operation instruction performance in mini character operation notice, see FIG. 38(C)). .

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, it is possible to make the re-fluctuation display of the performance symbols performed after the failure performance and before the revival performance look more natural as the start of a new fluctuation performance, so that the revival performance is It becomes difficult for the player to notice that the revival effect is being executed, and it is possible to further improve the surprise of the revival effect.

Invention A4:
The gaming machine according to invention A3,
Equipped with an operation section (normal button 40) that can be operated by the player,
The suggestive performance is a performance that instructs the operation of the operation unit,
The gaming machine is characterized in that the performance control means is capable of executing the revival performance based on the operation of the operation section during the suggested performance.

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, the revival performance can be executed by operating the operation unit according to the operation instructions performed during the re-variation display of the performance symbols after the failed performance. Further improvement is possible.

Invention A5:
The gaming machine according to invention A4,
The performance control means is configured to create a performance (mini character A game machine characterized by executing an effect of displaying the line "..." or the line "Chance!" in an operation notice (see FIGS. 38(D) and (E)).

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, when the fluctuating display of the performance symbols is started and a predetermined performance that instructs the operation of the operation unit is executed, the expected degree of reach is indicated according to the operation of the operation unit. It is possible to make the player aware that the flow of the performance is general. Therefore, by adopting a flow similar to this before the revival performance, it is possible to avoid players who think that even if they operate the operation panel, a performance that indicates their expected reach will only be executed. In this way, a resurrection effect suggesting a jackpot win is shown, so it is possible to increase the surprise caused by the resurrection effect, and it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

Invention B1:
A determining means (processing related to jackpot determination by the game control microcomputer 101) for determining whether to execute a special game (jackpot game) advantageous to the player (jackpot determination);
A special game execution means (processing related to the execution of the jackpot game by the game control microcomputer 101) that executes the special game based on the result of the determination;
A production control means (production control microcomputer 121) capable of controlling production;
The performance control means is
Displaying the production symbols (EZ1, EZ2, EZ3) in a variable manner in response to the determination made by the determination means;
During the variable display of the performance symbols, there is a successful performance suggesting that the special game will be executed (the performance shown in FIG. 34(D), the performance shown in FIG. 39(E)), or the special game is not executed. It is possible to perform a specific performance (battle reach, story reach) that can branch into a failure performance (the performance shown in FIG. 34 (E), the performance shown in FIG. 39 (F)) that suggests that.
When the successful performance is executed, the performance symbols are stopped and displayed in a specific manner (Zero) that suggests that the special game will be executed, while when the failure performance is executed, the performance symbols are displayed as the special game. A gaming machine that can stop and display in a non-specific manner (loss) indicating that the game will not be executed,
The performance control means is
When the determination means determines to execute the special game, it is suggested that the special game is executed after performing the failure performance and the stop display of the performance symbols in the non-specific manner. A revival effect (symbol display effect, see Figure 37 (A) and Figure 40 (D)) may be performed,
When performing the resurrection effect, there are times when the resurrection effect is performed with a first resurrection pattern and times when it is performed with a second resurrection pattern whose execution timing is different from the first resurrection pattern (see FIG. 41). A gaming machine (Pachinko gaming machine PY1) characterized by:

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, since there are a plurality of timings for executing the revival effect, it is possible to have expectations for the execution of the revival effect and improve the interest in the game.

Invention B2:
The gaming machine according to invention B1,
The resurrection effect in the first resurrection pattern and the resurrection effect in the second resurrection pattern are the same or similar effects (a specific image showing a symbol mark (predetermined image G84) attached to the back side of an ally character). A gaming machine characterized in that the image G70 is displayed on the display section 50a (see FIGS. 37(A) and 40(D)).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, even if the execution timing of the revival effect is different between the first resurrection pattern and the second resurrection pattern, the content of the revival effect is the same or similar, so the revival effect is It is easy for players to understand the meaning of

Invention B3:
The gaming machine according to invention B2,
In the gaming machine, the performance control means executes the revival performance in the first revival pattern at a later timing from the execution of the failed performance than in the second revival pattern (see FIG. 41).

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, for a player who only assumes the execution timing of one of the resurrection patterns, the resurrection performance performed in the other resurrection pattern will be a highly surprising performance, so the resurrection performance This makes it possible to give players a pleasant surprise and improve their enjoyment of the game.

Invention B4:
The gaming machine according to invention B2 or invention B3,
In the first revival pattern, the effect control means finishes the specific effect and displays a predetermined background image (for example, daytime normal background image G102) on a predetermined display means (image display device 50), and then The revival effect is executed (see FIGS. 36(A), 36(C), 37(D), and 37(A)), and in the second revival pattern, before displaying the predetermined background image on the display means, A gaming machine characterized by executing a revival effect (see FIGS. 40(A) and 40(D)).

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, the display status of the background image is different when the resurrection effect is executed, and some players may not be able to immediately grasp the meaning of the resurrection effect. However, since the same or similar performance is performed as the resurrection performance in both resurrection patterns, it is easy for the player to understand the meaning of the resurrection performance.

Invention B5:
The gaming machine according to any one of inventions B2 to B4,
In the first revival pattern, the production control means executes the revival production after again variably displaying the production symbols that were stopped and displayed in the non-specific manner (FIGS. 36A, 36C, and 36D). , see FIG. 37(A)), and in the second revival pattern, the revival effect is executed from a state in which the effect design is stopped and displayed in the non-specific manner (see FIGS. 40(A) and (D)). A gaming machine characterized by:

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, the display status of the performance symbols is different when the resurrection performance is executed, and some players may not be able to immediately grasp the meaning of the resurrection performance. However, since the same or similar performance is performed as the resurrection performance in both resurrection patterns, it is easy for the player to understand the meaning of the resurrection performance.

Invention B6:
The gaming machine according to any one of inventions B2 to B5,
In the specific performance, the performance control means provides an operation instruction performance (the performance shown in FIG. 34(C), FIG. 39(C) )) and performing the success performance or the failure performance in response to the operation of the operation unit during the operation instruction performance,
The operation instruction presentation includes a first operation instruction presentation (the presentation shown in FIG. 34C) that instructs the operation of the first mode operation section (special button 41), and a second mode operation section (normal button 40). There is a second operation instruction effect (the effect shown in FIG. 39(C)) that instructs the operation.
If the revival performance is performed after the failure performance has been performed through the first operation instruction performance, the revival performance is performed according to the first revival pattern, and after the second operation instruction performance is performed. A gaming machine characterized in that when the revival performance is performed after the failure performance is performed, the revival performance is performed using the second revival pattern.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, since the type of operation section and the type of resurrection pattern are associated with each other, it is possible to improve the game's interest by having the player enjoy noticing this.

Invention B7:
The gaming machine according to invention B6,
The gaming machine is characterized in that the first operation instruction performance is a performance with a higher degree of expectation that the success performance will be executed than the second operation instruction performance.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, the execution timing of the revival performance when a failure performance is performed after the first operation instruction performance with a high expectation that a successful performance will be executed is a relatively late timing. The player's disappointment period after the first operation instruction performance is lengthened, and the exhilaration during the revival performance can be correspondingly increased.

Invention C1:
A determining means (processing related to jackpot determination by the game control microcomputer 101) for determining whether to execute a special game (jackpot game) advantageous to the player (jackpot determination);
A special game execution means (processing related to the execution of the jackpot game by the game control microcomputer 101) that executes the special game based on the result of the determination;
A production control means (production control microcomputer 121) capable of controlling production;
The performance control means is
Displaying the production symbols (EZ1, EZ2, EZ3) in a variable manner in response to the determination made by the determination means;
During the variable display of the performance symbols, there is a successful performance suggesting that the special game will be executed (the performance shown in FIG. 34(D), the performance shown in FIG. 39(E)), or the special game is not executed. Performing a specific performance (battle reach, story reach) that can branch into a failure performance (the performance shown in FIG. 34 (E), the performance shown in FIG. 39 (F)) that suggests that
When the failure performance is executed in the specific performance, executing a revival performance (symbol display performance, see FIGS. 37(A) and 40(D)) that suggests that the special game will be executed; is possible,
When the successful performance is executed in the specific performance, when the performance symbol is stopped and displayed as an advantageous symbol (a probability-variable symbol indicating a probability-variable jackpot), and when the performance pattern is stopped and displayed, There are times when a normal symbol is displayed that indicates that there is a possibility that you have won an unfavorable win (for example, a non-probable jackpot),
After executing the successful effect, a symbol promotion effect (the effect shown in FIG. 35(E)) suggesting promotion from the normal symbol to the advantageous symbol may be executed;
The resurrection effect and the symbol promotion effect have a common predetermined effect (an effect in which a specific image G70 showing a symbol mark (predetermined image G84) attached to the back side of an ally character is displayed on the display unit 50a, FIG. 35 (E), FIG. 37(A), and FIG. 40(D)) (Pachinko gaming machine PY1).

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, a common effect is used for different effects such as a revival effect and a symbol promotion effect indicating a change to a direction more advantageous to the player, so it is possible to know that it is advantageous in either case. It is easy for players to recognize and can improve their enjoyment of the game.

Invention C2:
The gaming machine according to invention C1,
comprising a gaming state control means (processing related to control to a high probability state by the game control microcomputer 101) capable of controlling the gaming state after the special game to an advantageous gaming state (high probability state) advantageous to the player;
The gaming machine is characterized in that the advantageous gaming state is more easily controlled when the predetermined performance is executed as the symbol promotion performance than when the predetermined performance is executed as the revival performance.

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, the meaning of the predetermined performance is different depending on whether the predetermined performance is executed after a failed performance or the case where the predetermined performance is performed after a successful performance, so the predetermined performance is executed. It is possible to increase the interest in the process of the production until the game is played, and it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

Invention C3:
The gaming machine according to invention C1 or invention C2,
The performance control means is characterized in that when the predetermined performance is executed as the revival performance, the predetermined performance is not executed as the symbol promotion performance before the execution of the special game (see FIG. 32). A gaming machine.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, since the predetermined performance is not executed more than once within one variation, it is possible to prevent the performance from becoming complicated.

Invention C4:
A gaming machine according to any one of inventions C1 to C3,
After displaying the performance symbols in a variable manner, the performance control means may perform a specific winning notification performance (a winning performance) that notifies that the special game will be executed without making the performance symbols a reach. can be,
A gaming machine characterized in that the predetermined performance is also executed as the specific winning notification performance (see FIG. 42(C)).

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, a performance used for unpredictable winning notifications such as a specific winning notification performance can be used in common with performances used to notify a shift to something more advantageous to the player, such as a revival performance or a symbol promotion performance. Since it is a performance, it is easy for the players to understand the meaning of the specific winning notification performance, and it is expected that the game will be more interesting.

Invention C5:
The gaming machine according to invention C4,
When the normal symbol is promoted to the advantageous symbol by the variation of executing the specific winning notification performance, the performance control means promotes the normal symbol to the advantageous symbol without performing the predetermined performance (FIG. 42(C)). D) A gaming machine characterized by (see (E) and (G)).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, since the predetermined performance is not executed more than once within one variation, it is possible to prevent the performance from becoming complicated.

By the way, conventionally, in a pachinko game machine, which is an example of a game machine, as described in, for example, Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2017-184839, it has been determined whether or not it is a jackpot based on the ball entering the starting hole. Based on the result of the determination, a special game advantageous to the player is executed. In the gaming machine described in this document, when it is determined that the jackpot has been won, a resurrection effect may be performed in which the player pretends that it is not a jackpot and then announces that it has been determined that the jackpot has been won. . However, in recent years, there are many gaming machines that can perform revival effects, such as the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-open No. 2017-184839, so the mere fact that a revival effect may be performed may not be as interesting. , there was room for improvement in this respect.

The above-mentioned invention A provides a gaming machine described in JP-A No. 2017-184839, in which "the performance control means suggests that the special game will not be executed when the determination means determines that the special game is to be executed. After performing a failure performance and displaying a stop display of performance symbols in a non-specific manner that suggests that the special game will not be executed, the performance symbols are displayed in a variable manner again, and then it is suggested that the special game will be executed. They differ in that they sometimes perform revival performances. In addition, the above-mentioned invention B provides a system for the gaming machine described in JP-A No. 2017-184839, in which "the performance control means prevents the special game from being performed when the determining means determines that the special game is to be performed. After performing a failure performance suggesting that the special game will not be executed and a stop display of the performance symbol in a non-specific manner suggesting that the special game will not be executed, a recovery performance that suggests that the special game will be executed may be performed. The difference is that when performing a resurrection effect, there are times when the resurrection effect is performed using a first resurrection pattern, and times when the resurrection effect is performed using a second resurrection pattern whose execution timing is different from the first resurrection pattern. In addition, the above-mentioned invention C provides a system for the gaming machine described in JP-A No. 2017-184839 that says, ``After executing a failure effect indicating that the special game will not be executed, the special game will not be executed.'' There are two methods: executing a revival effect that suggests a special game, and executing a symbol promotion effect suggesting promotion from a normal symbol to an advantageous symbol after executing a success effect suggesting that a special game will be executed. , the resurrection performance and the symbol promotion performance are different in that a common specific performance is performed. As a result, each of the inventions A to C can solve the problem of "improving the interest of the game through presentation" (achieving the effect).

PY1...Pachinko gaming machine 40...Normal button (second mode operation section)
41...Special button (first mode operation section)
50...Image display device (display means)
50a...Display section 101...Microcomputer for game control 121...Microcomputer for production control EZ1...Left production pattern EZ2...Middle production pattern EZ3...Right production pattern G80...Background image for success G81...Background image for failure G102...Background image for normal daytime use

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a determining means for determining whether to execute a special game advantageous to the player;
special game execution means for executing the special game based on the result of the determination;
A performance control means capable of controlling the performance,
The performance control means is
Performing a fluctuating performance in which a performance pattern is variably displayed in response to the determination made by the determination means;
During the variable display of the performance symbols, it is possible to perform a specific performance that can branch to a success performance that suggests that the special game will be executed, or a failure performance that suggests that the special game will not be executed. and
When the successful performance is executed, the performance symbols are stopped and displayed in a specific manner suggesting that the special game will be executed, while when the failure performance is executed, the performance symbols are displayed so that the special game will not be executed. A gaming machine that can stop and display in a non-specific manner that suggests
The performance control means is
When it is determined by the determination means to execute the special game, after performing the failure performance and the stop display of the performance symbols in the non-specific manner, it is as if the next variable performance was newly started. After displaying the effect pattern in a variable manner again, a revival effect indicating that the special game will be executed may be performed.
After the failure performance, the performance symbol is displayed in a variable manner again until the revival performance is performed, by performing a performance that is the same as or similar to a predetermined performance that may be performed at the start of the fluctuation performance, and performing the revival. A game machine characterized by executing a performance .

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