JP7486155B2 - Gaming Machines - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to gaming machines, such as pachinko machines.

In conventional gaming machines, a judgment is made based on the establishment of a starting condition, and a special game (jackpot game) is played based on the result of the judgment. For example, a judgment is made when a gaming ball enters a starting hole, and a round game involving the opening of a big prize hole is played as a special game. By getting a gaming ball to enter the big prize hole, a large number of prize balls can be obtained. The result of the judgment is shown to the player by the stopped state of the patterns, which are displayed by the pattern display means, which changes and then stops the display.

In addition, gaming machines may have gimmick effects that use movable bodies that can be operated. For example, the gaming machine of Patent Document 1 below has a gimmick effect in which an upper board movable body 55k, a lower board movable body 56k, and a right board movable body 57Rk appear on the display unit 50a in a predetermined order.

JP 2020-31995 A

There is room for improvement in terms of presentation. By implementing improved presentation, we can expect to increase the excitement of the game.

The present invention was made in consideration of the above circumstances. That is, the objective of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can increase the enjoyment of gaming.

The gaming machine disclosed in this specification is equipped with a judgment means for judging whether or not a special gaming state advantageous to the player will be entered, a presentation body capable of performing a predetermined action, a display unit capable of performing a predetermined display, and a presentation execution means capable of executing a predetermined presentation, wherein the presentation body is provided with a decorative unit with a specific decoration, and the presentation execution means may, based on the result of the judgment, display a specific icon on the display unit that imitates the specific decoration, and may execute a special presentation using the presentation body while the specific icon is being displayed .

The present invention makes it possible to provide a gaming machine that contributes to increasing the entertainment value of the game through its presentation.

FIG. FIG. FIG. 1A is an explanatory diagram showing types of game states, and FIG. 1B is an explanatory diagram showing types of big win games. (A) is a time chart showing the flow of a big win game, (B) is a time chart showing the flow of a small win game, and (C) is a time chart showing the flow of an auxiliary game. FIG. 2 is an explanatory diagram showing types of presentation modes. An explanatory diagram showing a specific example of normal fluctuations in the special chart fluctuation performance. This is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of N reach in the special chart change performance. This is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of an SP reach in a special chart change performance. This is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of an SPSP reach in a special chart change performance. An explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a hold effect. An explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a movable object performance. FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of an operation presentation. FIG. 2 is a block diagram of parts relating to control of the gaming machine. 13 is a specific example of a fluctuation pattern determination table. 13 is a specific example of a look-ahead determination table. 13 is a specific example of a pattern determination table. (A) is a diagram showing a specific example of a star movable body, and (B) is a diagram showing a specific example of a first starting hole. FIG. 13 is an explanatory diagram showing the standby position of the star movable body. An explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a presentation flow for special chart change presentation. FIG. 2 is a block diagram of a portion related to a performance control unit. (A) is a specific example of a gimmick A notice selection table, (B) is a specific example of a hold change notice selection table, and (C) is a specific example of a gimmick B notice selection table. An explanatory diagram showing a first specific example of a gimmick A announcement. An explanatory diagram showing a second specific example of a gimmick A announcement. An explanatory diagram showing a third specific example of a gimmick A announcement. FIG. 13 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a hold icon. An explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a hold change notice. An explanatory diagram showing a first specific example of a gimmick B announcement. An explanatory diagram showing a second specific example of a gimmick B announcement.

Below, examples of embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. In each of the drawings, the same parts are given the same reference numerals, and duplicated descriptions of the same parts will be omitted as a general rule. In this specification, for the sake of simplicity, a symbol or code referring to information, a signal, a physical quantity, a member, etc. may be written, and the name of the information, signal, physical quantity, member, etc. corresponding to the symbol or code may be omitted or abbreviated. In addition, if there is an optional flowchart described below, the execution order of multiple processes in any multiple steps in that flowchart can be arbitrarily changed or executed in parallel, as long as no inconsistency occurs in the process content.

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A first embodiment of the gaming machine of the present invention will be described later, but first, a basic embodiment on which the first embodiment is based will be described. In the basic embodiment, the gaming machine of the present invention is applied to a pachinko gaming machine PY1. In the following description, the left, right, up, and down directions of each part of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 refer to the left, right, up, and down directions (as viewed from the front) of a player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1. In addition, "forward" refers to the direction approaching the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1 from the pachinko gaming machine PY1, and "rearward" refers to the direction approaching the pachinko gaming machine PY1 from the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1.

1. Structure of the Gaming Machine First, the structure of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to Fig. 1. Fig. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine PY1.

The pachinko game machine PY1 comprises an outer frame 22 attached to the island structure of the pachinko hall, and a front door 23 attached to the outer frame 22 so as to be freely opened and closed. The front door 23 comprises a game board mounting frame 2A to which the game board 1 is attached, and a front frame 23m attached to the game board mounting frame 2A so as to be freely opened and closed. The front frame 23m also comprises a transparent plate 23t, and the game board 1 can be viewed from the front (player's side) through the transparent plate 23t.

The front door 23 also includes an upper tray 34 for storing game balls, and a handle 72k for launching the game balls onto the game board 1. The upper tray 34 is installed at the bottom of the front door 23, and stores game balls supplied to the handle 72k. The handle 72k is installed at the bottom right of the front door 23, and when the player operates the handle 72k, the game balls stored in the upper tray 34 are launched onto the game board 1.

The front door 23 also includes a speaker 52 capable of outputting a predetermined sound, a frame lamp 53 capable of emitting light in a predetermined color, and a frame movable body 58k capable of operating in a predetermined operating mode. The speakers 52 are installed in the upper left and upper right parts of the front door 23, and output, for example, background music (BGM) and sound effects. The frame lamps 53 are installed on the left and right parts of the front door 23 around the transparent plate 23t, and are composed of, for example, multiple LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes). The frame movable body 58k is installed on the upper part of the front door 23. The frame movable body 58k also includes a drive motor (not shown), and is configured to be movable up and down by the drive motor, for example, as shown in FIG. 1. The movement of the frame movable body 58k may be other than up and down movement.

The front door 23 also has a normal button 40 that can be operated by the player, and a special button 41 that can be operated by the player. The normal button 40 and the special button 41 are, for example, a button with a pressing surface, a lever with a grip, etc. The normal button 40 is equipped with a lamp (not shown) that can emit light in a predetermined luminous color, and a vibration motor (not shown) that can vibrate in a predetermined vibration mode, and is configured to be able to emit light by the lamp and vibrate by the vibration motor. On the other hand, the special button 41 is equipped with a lamp (not shown) that can emit light in a predetermined luminous color, and a vibration motor (not shown) that can vibrate in a predetermined vibration mode, and is configured to be able to emit light by the lamp and vibrate by the vibration motor. The normal button 40 or the special button 41 may be configured to be able to operate in a predetermined operating mode (for example, rotation, protrusion, etc.), or may be configured as a cross key, touch panel, etc.

2. Structure of the Game Board Next, the structure of the game board 1 attached to the game board mounting frame 2A will be described with reference to Figure 2. Figure 2 is a front view of the game board 1.

The game board 1 has a game area 6 in which game balls launched by operating the handle 72k can flow down (fall). In the game area 6, game pegs (not shown) that change the direction in which the game balls flow down are installed, and winning devices that allow game balls to win (enter or pass through) are installed. The winning devices include a general winning opening 10, a first starting opening 11, a second starting opening 12, a gate 13, a first large winning opening 14, and a second large winning opening 15.

The first start hole 11 is installed at the bottom of the game area 6 so that game balls can enter it. When a game ball enters the first start hole 11, the pachinko game machine PY1 pays out a predetermined number of game balls (e.g., three) as prize balls onto the upper tray 34. When a game ball enters the first start hole 11, the pachinko game machine PY1 acquires the right to receive a jackpot determination, which will be described later. The first start hole 11 is configured so that the ease with which game balls can enter is always constant.

The second starting hole 12 is installed at the bottom of the game area 6, below the first starting hole 11, so that a game ball can enter it. When a game ball enters the second starting hole 12, the pachinko game machine PY1 pays out a predetermined number of game balls (for example, one) as prize balls to the upper tray 34. When a game ball enters the second starting hole 12, the pachinko game machine PY1 also acquires the right to receive a jackpot determination, similar to when the game ball enters the first starting hole 11. Unlike the first starting hole 11, the second starting hole 12 is equipped with an opening/closing member 12k and an opening/closing solenoid (not shown) that can be opened and closed. The pachinko game machine PY1 opens and closes the opening and closing member 12k using an opening and closing solenoid to set the second starting hole 12 in either a closed state (closed state) in which the game ball does not enter or is difficult to enter, or an open state (open state) in which the game ball enters the second starting hole 12 more easily than in the closed state.

The gate 13 is installed on the right side of the game area 6 so that the game ball can pass through it. When the game ball passes through the gate 13, the pachinko game machine PY1 acquires the right to receive a winning determination, which will be described later. Note that even if the game ball passes through the gate 13, the pachinko game machine PY1 does not pay out prize balls to the upper tray 34.

The first large prize opening 14 is installed in the lower right of the game area 6 so that game balls can enter it. When a game ball enters the first large prize opening 14, the pachinko game machine PY1 pays out a predetermined number of game balls (e.g., 15 balls) as prize balls to the upper tray 34. The first large prize opening 14 is equipped with a first opening/closing door 14k that can be opened and closed, and an opening/closing solenoid (not shown). The pachinko game machine PY1 opens and closes the first opening/closing door 14k using the opening/closing solenoid, thereby putting the first large prize opening 14 into either a closed state (closed state) in which game balls cannot enter, or an open state (open state) in which game balls can enter.

The second large prize opening 15 is installed in the lower right of the game area 6, below the first large prize opening 14, so that game balls can enter it. When a game ball enters the second large prize opening 15, the pachinko game machine PY1 pays out a predetermined number of game balls (e.g., 15 balls) as prize balls to the upper tray 34. The second large prize opening 15 is equipped with a second opening/closing door 15k that can be opened and closed, and an opening/closing solenoid (not shown). The pachinko game machine PY1 opens and closes the second opening/closing door 15k using the opening/closing solenoid, thereby putting the second large prize opening 15 into either a closed state (closed state) in which game balls cannot enter, or an open state (open state) in which game balls can enter.

The general winning openings 10 are installed at the lower left and lower right of the game area 6 so that game balls can enter them. When a game ball enters the general winning opening 10, the pachinko game machine PY1 pays out a predetermined number of game balls (e.g., five balls) as prize balls onto the upper tray 34.

In addition, an outlet 19 is provided at the bottom of the game area 6, and game balls that do not win in any of the general winning hole 10, the first starting hole 11, the second starting hole 12, the first large winning hole 14, and the second large winning hole 15 are discharged from the pachinko game machine PY1 through the outlet 19.

The game board 1 also includes an image display device 50 capable of displaying a predetermined effect display, a board lamp 54 capable of emitting light in a predetermined color, and an on-board movable body 55k capable of operating in a predetermined operating mode. The image display device 50 is installed in the center of the game board 1 and includes a display unit 50a consisting of, for example, a liquid crystal display, a dot display, a 7-segment display, etc. The board lamp 54 is installed above the display unit 50a and consists of, for example, a plurality of LEDs. The on-board movable body 55k is installed in front of and above the display unit 50a. The on-board movable body 55k includes a drive motor (not shown) and is configured to be movable up and down by the drive motor, for example, as shown in FIG. 2. The movement of the on-board movable body 55k may be other than up and down movement.

The game board 1 also has indicators 8 for notifying the player of the status of the pachinko game machine PY1. The indicators 8 are installed in the lower left corner of the game board 1, and are composed of, for example, multiple LEDs. The pachinko game machine PY1 notifies the player of the game status of the pachinko game machine PY1 (variable display and stop display of special figures, variable display and stop display of regular figures, number of reserved special figures 1, number of reserved special figures 2, number of reserved regular figures, etc., as described below) by a combination of lighting, blinking, and extinguishing of the multiple LEDs.

3. Basic Game Next, a basic game of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can execute a special game and a normal game using a game ball that is shot by operating the handle 72k.

3-1. Special Chart Game When the game ball enters the first starting hole 11 or the game ball enters the second starting hole 12, the pachinko game machine PY1 acquires the right to receive a jackpot determination, and performs a jackpot determination based on the acquired right. Then, the pachinko game machine PY1 performs a variable display of the special chart according to the result of the jackpot determination. The manner of the variable display of the special chart (also called the "variable display time") differs depending on the type of variation pattern described later.

The jackpot determination is to determine whether or not a jackpot game will be played. If a jackpot game is played, it is determined that a jackpot has been won, if a small jackpot game is played, it is determined that a small jackpot has been won, and if neither a jackpot game nor a small jackpot game is played, it is determined that a loss has occurred.

When the pachinko game machine PY1 determines that a jackpot has been won by a game ball entering the first starting hole 11, it performs a variable display of the first special chart. The variable display of the first special chart is, for example, a display in which two LEDs in the upper left of the display device 8 flash. When a variable display time corresponding to the type of variation pattern has elapsed, the pachinko game machine PY1 performs a static display of the first special chart in a manner that indicates the result of the jackpot determination. The manner in which the first special chart is statically displayed includes a manner that indicates a jackpot win (for example, the two LEDs in the upper left are lit), a manner that indicates a small jackpot win (for example, only one LED in the upper left is lit), and a manner that indicates a miss (for example, only the other LED in the upper left is lit).

On the other hand, when the pachinko game machine PY1 determines that a jackpot has been won by the game ball entering the second starting hole 12, it performs a variable display of the second special chart. The variable display of the second special chart is, for example, a display in which two LEDs at the lower left of the display device 8 flash. When a variable display time corresponding to the type of variation pattern has elapsed, the pachinko game machine PY1 performs a static display of the second special chart in a manner that indicates the result of the jackpot determination. The static display of the second special chart can be in a manner that indicates a jackpot win (for example, the two LEDs at the lower left are lit), a manner that indicates a small jackpot win (for example, only one LED at the lower left is lit), or a manner that indicates a miss (for example, only the other LED at the lower left is lit).

In addition, when the game ball enters the first start hole 11 while the special chart is being displayed, the pachinko game machine PY1 performs a look-ahead judgment, which will be described later, and stores the acquired right to receive the jackpot judgment as a special chart 1 reserve. On the other hand, when the game ball enters the second start hole 12 while the special chart is being displayed, the pachinko game machine PY1 performs a look-ahead judgment, and stores the acquired right to receive the jackpot judgment as a special chart 2 reserve. The pachinko game machine PY1 can store up to a predetermined number of special chart 1 reserves and special chart 2 reserves (for example, 4 special chart 1 reserves and 4 special chart 2 reserves). After the special chart is stopped and displayed, the pachinko game machine PY1 performs a jackpot judgment for the special chart 1 reserve and the special chart 2 reserve. In addition, if special chart 1 reserve and special chart 2 reserve are stored at the same time, the jackpot determination may be performed on the special chart 2 reserve first, the jackpot determination may be performed on the special chart 1 reserve first, or the jackpot determination may be performed in the order in which they were stored.

The pre-reading judgment is a judgment made in advance before the jackpot judgment is made as to whether or not a jackpot game will be played (whether or not a jackpot will be won in the jackpot judgment), and if a jackpot game is played, it is judged as a pre-reading win, and if a jackpot game is not played, it is judged as a pre-reading non-win. Note that if multiple types of fluctuation patterns can be determined, the pre-reading judgment may make a fluctuation pattern pre-judgment that determines in advance the fluctuation pattern to be determined.

When the pachinko game machine PY1 stores the number of reserved special figures 1 or reserved special figures 2, the machine notifies the player of the number. The reserved number of reserved special figures 1 is notified, for example, by the lighting or blinking of two LEDs in the upper middle part of the display device 8. When the reserved number of reserved special figures 1 is "1", only one LED is lit, when the reserved number of reserved special figures 1 is "2", only two LEDs are lit, when the reserved number of reserved special figures 1 is "3", only one LED is blinking, and when the reserved number of reserved special figures 1 is "4", only two LEDs are blinking. On the other hand, the reserved number of reserved special figures 2 is notified, for example, by the lighting or blinking of two LEDs in the lower middle part of the display device 8. When the reserved number of reserved special figures 2 is "1", only one LED is lit, when the reserved number of reserved special figures 2 is "2", only two LEDs are lit, when the reserved number of reserved special figures 2 is "3", only one LED is blinking, and when the reserved number of reserved special figures 2 is "4", only two LEDs are blinking.

The pachinko game machine PY1 plays a jackpot game after stopping and displaying the first or second special symbol in a manner that indicates a jackpot win. The jackpot game, which will be described in detail later, is a game in which a round game in which the first or second large prize opening 14 or 15 is opened is played multiple times (for example, 10 times). The jackpot game is advantageous to the player because the opening of the first or second large prize opening 14 or 15 provides an opportunity for a game ball to win (an opportunity for a prize ball). The jackpot game ends when all of the multiple round games have been played.

On the other hand, the pachinko game machine PY1 plays a small win game after stopping and displaying the first or second special symbol in a manner that indicates a small win. The small win game, which will be described in detail later, is a game in which the first large prize opening 14 or the second large prize opening 15 is opened for a predetermined time (e.g., 5 seconds). The small win game is advantageous for the player because the opening of the first large prize opening 14 or the second large prize opening 15 provides an opportunity for a game ball to win (an opportunity for a prize ball).

When the game ball passes through the gate 13, the pachinko game machine PY1 acquires the right to receive a hit judgment and performs a hit judgment based on the acquired right. Then, the pachinko game machine PY1 performs a variable display of the normal map according to the result of the hit judgment.

The winning judgment is made by determining whether or not to play the auxiliary game. If the auxiliary game is played, it is considered a winning win, and if the auxiliary game is not played, it is considered a losing win.

When the pachinko game machine PY1 determines that a win has occurred due to the game ball entering the gate 13, it performs a variable display of the normal map. The variable display of the normal map is a display in which multiple LEDs in the upper right corner of the display 8 flash. When a predetermined time has elapsed since the start of the variable display of the normal map, the pachinko game machine PY1 performs a stationary display of the normal map in a manner that indicates the result of the win determination. There are two modes of the stationary display of the normal map: a mode that indicates a win (for example, all LEDs are lit) and a mode that indicates a loss (for example, only one LED is lit).

When the game ball enters the gate 13 while the normal map is being displayed in a variable manner, the pachinko game machine PY1 stores the acquired right to receive a winning judgment as a normal map reserve. The pachinko game machine PY1 can store up to a predetermined number of normal map reserves (for example, 2). After the normal map is displayed in a stopped state, the pachinko game machine PY1 performs a winning judgment on the normal map reserve.

When the pachinko game machine PY1 stores the number of reserved regular figures, it notifies the player of the number. The number of reserved regular figures is notified by lighting up multiple LEDs in the lower right corner of the display 8; for example, when the number of reserved regular figures is "1", only one LED is lit, and when the number of reserved regular figures is "2", only two LEDs are lit.

The pachinko game machine PY1 stops and displays the normal picture in a manner that indicates a winning combination, and then plays an auxiliary game. The auxiliary game is a game in which the second start hole 12 is opened for a predetermined time (e.g., 3.5 seconds), as will be described in detail later. The auxiliary game is advantageous to the player, since the opening of the second start hole 12 provides an opportunity for a game ball to enter the second start hole 12 (an opportunity to win a prize ball, an opportunity to acquire the right to be judged for a jackpot).

4. Game state Next, the game state of the pachinko game machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIG. 3(A). FIG. 3(A) is a diagram showing game states that the pachinko game machine PY1 can take. As shown in FIG. 3(A), the pachinko game machine PY1 can take one or more game states out of four game states, namely, a "low probability low base game state" (also called a "normal game state"), a "low probability high base game state" (also called a "time-saving game state"), a "high probability low base game state" (also called a "latent probability game state"), and a "high probability high base game state" (also called a "probability variable game state"), except for the big win game state in which a big win game is played.

The "low probability, low base game state" is the game state in the initial state of the pachinko game machine PY1. The game state of the pachinko game machine PY1 can be reset to the initial state by operating an initialization switch (also called a "RAM clear switch") (not shown) located on the back of the front door 23.

The "low probability high base game state" is a game state that can occur after a jackpot game state, and continues until a specified time-saving end condition is met. The specified time-saving end condition includes a jackpot game being played and the number of times the special chart is displayed in a variable manner reaching a specified number of times (e.g. 200 times).

The "low probability high base game state" can also be achieved when a specific miss occurs in the jackpot determination in the "low probability low base game state". A specific miss includes a specific number of misses when all jackpot determinations for a predetermined number of times (e.g. 900 times) result in misses, and a specific percentage (e.g. 1/200) of misses in the jackpot determinations. The pachinko game machine PY1 switches to the "low probability high base game state" after the variable display of the special symbol that results in a specific miss has ended (after the special symbol has stopped being displayed). In this case, the "low probability high base game state" also continues until a specific time-saving end condition is met, just like when the "low probability high base game state" is entered after a jackpot game state.

The "high probability low base game state" is a game state that may occur after a jackpot game state, and continues until a predetermined potential end condition is met. The predetermined potential end condition includes a jackpot game being played and the number of times the special chart is displayed variably reaching a predetermined number of times (e.g. 200 times). Note that the "high probability low base game state" may be entered by the game ball passing through a specific area provided inside the first large prize opening 14 or the second large prize opening 15 during a jackpot game.

The "high probability high base game state" is a game state that can occur after a jackpot game state, and continues until a predetermined condition for ending the high probability game is met. The predetermined condition for ending the high probability game includes a jackpot game being played and the number of times the special chart is displayed variably reaching a predetermined number of times (e.g. 100 times). Note that the "high probability high base game state" may be entered by the game ball passing through a specific area provided inside the first large prize opening 14 or the second large prize opening 15 during a jackpot game.

The "low probability low base game state" and the "low probability high base game state" belong to normal probability states in which the probability of winning a jackpot in a jackpot determination is normal (e.g. 1/300), while the "high probability low base game state" and the "high probability high base game state" belong to high probability states in which the probability of winning a jackpot in a jackpot determination is higher than the normal probability (e.g. 1/30). Therefore, it can be said that the "high probability low base game state" and the "high probability high base game state" are game states that are more advantageous to the player in terms of the probability of winning a jackpot than the "low probability low base game state" and the "low probability high base game state."

The "low probability low base game state" and the "high probability low base game state" belong to non-time-saving states in which the game ball does not enter the second starting hole 12 or it is difficult to enter the second starting hole 12 (for example, a state in which the winning judgment does not result in a winning or it is difficult to enter the second starting hole 12 for a winning result, or a state in which the opening time of the second starting hole 12 is relatively short), while the "low probability high base game state" and the "high probability high base game state" belong to time-saving states in which the game ball is likely to enter the second starting hole 12 (for example, a state in which the winning judgment results in a winning or a state in which the opening time of the second starting hole 12 is relatively long). Therefore, with regard to the second starting hole 12 (with regard to the ease of the game ball entering the second starting hole 12), the "low probability high base game state" and the "high probability high base game state" can be said to be game states that are more advantageous to the player than the "low probability low base game state" and the "high probability low base game state".

In addition, since the non-time-saving state is a state in which the game ball does not or is difficult to win in the second starting hole 12, the "low probability low base game state" and the "high probability low base game state" can be said to be game states in which the game ball is more likely to win in the first starting hole 11 than in the second starting hole 12, while the time-saving state is a state in which the game ball is more likely to win in the second starting hole 12, the "low probability high base game state" and the "high probability high base game state" can be said to be game states in which the game ball is more likely to win in the second starting hole 12 than in the first starting hole 11.

In addition, the pachinko game machine PY1 can change the probability of winning a jackpot in the normal probability state and the high probability state by operating a setting change switch (not shown) provided on the back of the front door 23. The setting change switch is, for example, a dip switch that can be switched to three stages: upper stage, interruption, and lower stage. The setting change switch in the upper stage is called "setting 1", the setting change switch in the middle stage is called "setting 2", and the setting change switch in the lower stage is called "setting 3". In "setting 1", the probability of winning a jackpot in the normal probability state is the first probability (e.g., 1/300), and the probability of winning a jackpot in the high probability state is the second probability (e.g., 1/30). In addition, in "setting 2", the probability of winning a jackpot in the normal probability state is the third probability (e.g., 1/280) that is higher than the first probability, and the probability of winning a jackpot in the high probability state is the fourth probability (e.g., 1/28) that is higher than the second probability. In addition, "Setting 3" is a fifth probability (e.g., 1/260) in which the probability of winning a jackpot in the normal probability state is higher than the third probability, and a sixth probability (e.g., 1/26) in which the probability of winning a jackpot in the high probability state is higher than the fourth probability. Note that the probability of winning a jackpot can be changed as appropriate within a range in which the probability increases in the order of "Setting 1" < "Setting 2" < "Setting 3".

5. Jackpot Game Next, the jackpot game played by the pachinko game machine PY1 will be described with reference to Fig. 3(B) and Fig. 4(A). As shown in Fig. 3(B), the pachinko game machine PY1 can play one or more of the four types of jackpot games: "jackpot game W", "jackpot game X", "jackpot game Y" and "jackpot game Z".

The "jackpot game W" is a jackpot game that then transitions to a "high probability high base game state" and continues until a predetermined number of rounds of play are completed. The pachinko game machine PY1 can set the number of rounds of play to any number between 2 and 10, and in one round of play, either the first big prize opening 14 or the second big prize opening 15 is opened.

"Jackpot game X" is a jackpot game that then goes into a "low probability high base game state" and continues until a predetermined number of rounds of play are completed. The pachinko game machine PY1 can set the number of rounds of play to any number between 2 and 10, and in one round of play, either the first big prize opening 14 or the second big prize opening 15 is opened.

"Jackpot Game Y" is a jackpot game that then transitions to a "high probability low base game state" and continues until a predetermined number of rounds of play are completed. The pachinko game machine PY1 can set the number of rounds of play to any number between 2 and 10, and in one round of play, either the first big prize opening 14 or the second big prize opening 15 is opened.

The "jackpot game Z" is a jackpot game that then goes into a "low probability low base game state" and continues until a predetermined number of rounds of play are completed. The pachinko game machine PY1 can set the number of rounds of play to any number between 2 and 10, and in one round of play, either the first large prize opening 14 or the second large prize opening 15 is opened.

In addition, in "jackpot game W", "jackpot game X", "jackpot game Y" and "jackpot game Z", only the first large prize opening 14 may be opened for all round games, only the second large prize opening 15 may be opened for all round games, or the first large prize opening 14 may be opened for some round games and the second large prize opening 15 may be opened for the remaining round games. In both round games in which the first large prize opening 14 is opened and round games in which the second large prize opening 15 is opened, players are given the opportunity to win a game ball (a chance to win a prize ball), making them advantageous games for players.

"Jackpot game W" and "Jackpot game Y" belong to the so-called variable jackpot games in which the game state is a high probability state, while "Jackpot game X" and "Jackpot game Z" belong to the so-called normal jackpot games in which the game state is a normal probability state. Therefore, "Jackpot game W" and "Jackpot game Y" can be said to be jackpot games that are more advantageous to the player than "Jackpot game X" and "Jackpot game Z" in terms of the probability of winning a subsequent jackpot, and a jackpot game state in which either "Jackpot game W" or "Jackpot game Y" is played can be said to be a more enjoyable game state for the player than a jackpot game state in which either "Jackpot game X" or "Jackpot game Z" is played.

Furthermore, "jackpot game W" and "jackpot game X" belong to the so-called jackpot game with electric support in which the game state is in a time-saving state, while "jackpot game Y" and "jackpot game Z" belong to the so-called jackpot game without electric support in which the game state is in a non-time-saving state. Therefore, "jackpot game W" and "jackpot game X" can be said to be jackpot games that are more advantageous to the player than "jackpot game Y" and "jackpot game Z" in terms of the subsequent second start hole 12 (in terms of the ease of the game ball entering the subsequent second start hole 12), and the jackpot game state in which either "jackpot game W" or "jackpot game X" is played can be said to be a more enjoyable game state for the player than the jackpot game state in which either "jackpot game Y" or "jackpot game Z" is played.

Here, we will explain the flow of the jackpot game. Figure 4 (A) is a time chart showing the flow of the jackpot game. Here, we will show an example of a jackpot game in which only the first jackpot opening 14 is opened.

As shown in FIG. 4(A), when the jackpot game starts after the special chart is stopped and displayed, a jackpot opening (also called a "jackpot OP") is set first. The jackpot OP continues until a predetermined time (e.g., 10 seconds) has elapsed, and when the jackpot OP ends, the first round of round play begins. The round play continues until a predetermined time (e.g., 30 seconds) has elapsed, or until a predetermined number of game balls (e.g., 10 balls) enter the first large prize winning hole 14. When the first round of round play ends, an inter-round interval (also called a "round IT") is set. The round IT continues until a predetermined time (e.g., 2 seconds) has elapsed, and when the round IT ends, the second round of round play begins. Then, when the final round play (e.g., the 10th round of round play) ends, a jackpot ending (also called a "jackpot ED") is set. The jackpot ED continues until a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds) has elapsed, and one jackpot game ends when the jackpot ED ends. Note that it is also possible to set neither the jackpot OP nor the jackpot ED, or both.

6. Small Win Game Next, the small win game played by the pachinko game machine PY1 will be explained with reference to FIG. 3(B) and FIG. 4(B). As shown in FIG. 3(B), the pachinko game machine PY1 is capable of playing a small win game as a game different from a big win game. Unlike a big win game, a small win game is a game in which the game state is not changed after the small win game. For example, if a small win game is played in a "low probability low base game state", the "low probability low base game state" continues even after the small win game. In a small win game, the pachinko game machine PY1 opens either the first big win opening 14 or the second big win opening 15.

Figure 4 (B) is a time chart showing the flow of the small prize game. Here, a small prize game in which only the first large prize opening 14 is opened is exemplified. As shown in Figure 4 (B), when the small prize game starts after the special chart is stopped and displayed, a pre-opening interval (also called "pre-opening IT") is set first. The pre-opening IT continues until a predetermined time (e.g., 2 seconds) has elapsed, and when the pre-opening IT ends, the first large prize opening 14 opens. The opening of the first large prize opening 14 continues until a predetermined time (e.g., 5 seconds) has elapsed, or until a predetermined number of game balls (e.g., 10 balls) have entered the first large prize opening 14. When the opening of the first large prize opening 14 ends, a post-opening interval (also called "post-opening IT") is set. The post-opening IT continues until a predetermined time (e.g., 2 seconds) has elapsed, and one small prize game ends when the post-opening IT ends. It is also possible to set either or both of the pre-opening IT and post-opening IT. Also, in consideration of the playability of the pachinko game machine PY1, it is also possible to set it so that small win games are not played.

7. Auxiliary Game Next, the auxiliary game performed by the pachinko game machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIG. 3(B) and FIG. 4(C). As shown in FIG. 3(B), the pachinko game machine PY1 can perform an auxiliary game as a game different from the big win game and the small win game. The auxiliary game is a game in which the second start hole 12 is opened, unlike the big win game and the small win game. In the auxiliary game, the opening time of the second start hole 12 changes depending on the game state. For example, when the auxiliary game is performed in the non-time-saving state, the second start hole 12 is opened for a first opening time (e.g., 0.1 seconds), whereas when the auxiliary game is performed in the time-saving state, the second start hole 12 is opened for a second opening time (e.g., 3.5 seconds) longer than the first opening time.

Figure 4 (C) is a time chart showing the flow of the auxiliary game. As shown in Figure 4 (C), when the auxiliary game starts after the normal game is stopped and the display shows that the ball is stopped, the second start hole 12 opens. The second start hole 12 remains open until a predetermined time (the first opening time if the game is not in the time-saving mode, or the second opening time if the game is in the time-saving mode) has elapsed, or until a predetermined number of game balls (e.g., four balls) have entered the second start hole 12. When the second start hole 12 has finished opening, a post-opening interval (also called "post-opening IT") is set. The post-opening IT continues until a predetermined time (e.g., two seconds) has elapsed, and one round of auxiliary game ends when the post-opening IT ends.

8. Effects Next, the effects performed by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained with reference to Figures 5 to 12. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can set different effect modes depending on the game state. In each effect mode, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform the effects shown below using various effect devices (normal button 40, special button 41, image display device 50, speaker 52, frame lamp 53, board lamp 54, board movable body 55k, frame movable body 58k, etc.) equipped in the pachinko gaming machine PY1.

8-1. Presentation mode First, the presentation mode will be explained with reference to FIG. 5. The presentation mode is a category of presentation (or a higher-level conceptual attribute). The pachinko game machine PY1 can set the following presentation modes: a customer waiting presentation mode, a normal presentation mode, a probability variation presentation mode, a time-saving presentation mode, and a big win presentation mode.

The customer waiting performance mode is a performance mode that may be set when the special chart is stopped (when the special chart is not variable displayed) in the "low probability low base game state", "low probability high base game state", "high probability low base game state" and "high probability high base game state". In the customer waiting performance mode, the player is suggested to be in a state of waiting for the variable display of the special chart. The pachinko game machine PY1 can perform a customer waiting performance while the customer waiting performance mode is set. The customer waiting performance is a performance in which a customer waiting demo video G100 introducing the pachinko game machine PY1 is displayed on the display unit 50a as shown in FIG. 5 (A-1). In addition, when the normal button 40 is operated, for example, during the display of the customer waiting demo video G100, the pachinko game machine PY1 may display a setting screen G101 for setting the performance of the pachinko game machine PY1 on the display unit 50a as shown in FIG. 5 (A-2). The pachinko gaming machine PY1 allows the user to set the effects of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 while the setting screen G101 is displayed. The settings related to the effects include the volume setting of the sound output from the speaker 52, the brightness setting of the display unit 50a (also called the "light amount setting"), and the frequency setting of the effects to be executed (also called the "effect setting").

The normal presentation mode is a presentation mode that may be set for one or more variable displays of special symbols in the "low probability low base game state" or "high probability low base game state". In the normal presentation mode, the player is informed that the game is in a non-time-saving state. In the normal presentation mode, the pachinko game machine PY1 displays, for example, a normal background image G102 of a background showing a mountain scene on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 5 (B-1). Note that the background displayed in the normal presentation mode is not limited to the normal background image G102, and multiple types of backgrounds may be displayed in order or randomly.

The probability variation presentation mode is a presentation mode that may be set over one or more variable displays of special symbols in a "high probability high base game state." In the probability variation presentation mode, the player is informed that the state is both high probability and time-saving. In the probability variation presentation mode, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays, for example, a probability variation background image G103 with a background representing space on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 5 (B-2). Note that the background displayed in the probability variation presentation mode is not limited to the probability variation background image G103, and multiple types of backgrounds may be displayed in order or randomly.

The time-saving presentation mode is a presentation mode that may be set over one or more variable displays of special symbols in a "low probability high base game state." In the time-saving presentation mode, the player is informed that the game is in a normal probability state and a time-saving state. In the time-saving presentation mode, the pachinko game machine PY1 displays, for example, a time-saving background image G104 with a background representing the sky on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 5 (B-3). Note that the background displayed in the time-saving presentation mode is not limited to the time-saving background image G104, and multiple types of backgrounds may be displayed in order or randomly.

The jackpot presentation mode is a presentation mode that is set in the jackpot game state. In the jackpot presentation mode, the player is informed that a jackpot game is in progress. In the jackpot presentation mode, the pachinko game machine PY1 displays, at the start of a jackpot game, an opening image G107 suggesting the start of a jackpot game, a right-hit image G108 encouraging a "right hit", and the like on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 5 (C-1). The display of these images is referred to as an "opening presentation".

In addition, in the big win presentation mode, the pachinko game machine PY1 displays a round image G109 indicating the number of rounds on the display unit 50a during round play, as shown in FIG. 5 (C-2), and if a high probability state is subsequently reached, displays a promotion image G110 on the display unit 50a, suggesting that a high probability state will be reached. The display of these images is referred to as a "round presentation."

In addition, in the big win presentation mode, the pachinko game machine PY1 displays on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 5 (C-3), an ending image G111 suggesting the presentation mode that will be set after the big win presentation mode, a total prize ball count image G112 suggesting the total number of prize balls paid out, and the like, at the end of the big win game. The display of these images is referred to as the "ending presentation."

In the basic embodiment, five types of presentation modes are set: customer waiting presentation mode, normal presentation mode, probability variation presentation mode, time-saving presentation mode, and big win presentation mode, but the types of presentation modes may be changed or added as appropriate.

8-2. Special chart variable performance Next, the special chart variable performance (also called "variable performance") will be explained using Fig. 6 to Fig. 8. The special chart variable performance is a performance to suggest the result of the jackpot determination. When the variable display of the special chart is started, the pachinko game machine PY1 executes the special chart variable performance using the performance pattern in parallel with the variable display of the special chart. The performance pattern is composed of the left performance pattern EZ1, the center performance pattern EZ2, and the right performance pattern EZ3, as shown in Fig. 6 (A).

In the special chart changing presentation, the pachinko game machine PY1 displays the EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 performance patterns on the background (normal background image G102, special probability background image G103, time-saving background image G104). Note that the "↓" in the figure indicates that the performance patterns are being displayed. The EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 performance patterns are each composed of, for example, number patterns "1" to "9", and in the display of the EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 performance patterns, the EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 performance patterns change with the start of the special chart's variable display, and the EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 performance patterns stop with the special chart's stopped display. The state of the stopped display of the EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 performance patterns indicates the result of the jackpot determination.

8-2-1. Normal variation In the special chart variation performance, the pachinko game machine PY1 can perform normal variation first. Normal variation is a performance in which the performance patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed variably, and functions as a performance that suggests that the variable display of the special chart has started.

In the normal variation, the pachinko game machine PY1 starts displaying the variation of the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 as shown in FIG. 6(B). Then, when the pachinko game machine PY1 determines a miss without generating a reach after the normal variation, it stops the left performance symbol EZ1 and the right performance symbol EZ3 in different patterns as shown in FIG. 6(C-1), and then stops and displays the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in a pattern suggesting a miss (so-called barake eyes) as shown in FIG. 6(D). The pattern suggesting a miss is a pattern in which the left and right performance symbols are not the same, such as "1, 1, 2" or "2, 4, 6". On the other hand, when the pachinko game machine PY1 generates a reach after the normal variation, it stops and displays the left performance symbol EZ1 and the right performance symbol EZ3 in the same pattern (so-called reach eyes) as shown in FIG. 6(C-2) to establish a reach. The stopping order of the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 can be changed as appropriate.

8-2-2. N Reach The pachinko game machine PY1 can perform N Reach after reaching the reach. N Reach is, for example, a reach effect in which the speed of change of the middle performance pattern EZ2 gradually slows down, and functions as an effect suggesting the possibility of a big win game.

In the pachinko gaming machine PY1, in the N reach, as shown in FIG. 7(A), the speed of change of the middle performance symbol EZ2 is gradually slowed down. Then, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1, when the N reach is a miss, as shown in FIG. 7(B), the middle performance symbol EZ2 is stopped, and the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting a reach miss (so-called reach miss). A manner suggesting a reach miss is a manner in which the left and right performance symbols are the same and the middle symbol is different from the left and right performance symbols, such as "7-6-7" or "5-3-5". On the other hand, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1, when the N reach is developed into an SP reach, the middle performance symbol EZ2 is not stopped. Note that the performance content of the N reach can be changed as appropriate.

The pachinko game machine PY1 can perform an SP reach after an N reach. The SP reach is, for example, a reach effect in which a battle between a main character and an enemy character is displayed, and functions as an effect suggesting that a big win is likely to occur.

In the SP reach, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays an SP title image G1, which indicates the start of the SP reach, on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 8(A). The SP title image G1 is, for example, a text image of "Defeat enemy A!". After that, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays a main character image G200 representing a main character and an enemy character image G201 representing an enemy character on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 8(B), and displays a video of the main character and the enemy character battling on the display unit 50a. Then, when the battle reaches its final stage, the pachinko gaming machine PY1, in the case of a jackpot in the SP reach, displays an image of the main character rejoicing at winning the battle, as shown in FIG. 8(C-1), to suggest a jackpot, and stops and displays the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in a manner suggesting a jackpot (so-called double numbers). Furthermore, when the pachinko gaming machine PY1 determines that the SP reach is a miss, as shown in FIG. 8 (C-2), it displays an enemy character rejoicing at winning the battle, suggesting a miss, and stops and displays the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in a manner suggesting a miss. On the other hand, when the pachinko gaming machine PY1 develops the SP reach into an SPSP reach after this SP reach, it does not stop the middle performance symbol EZ2. Note that the content of the SP reach can be changed as appropriate.

The pachinko game machine PY1 can perform an SPSP reach after the SP reach. The SPSP reach is, for example, a reach effect in which a scene of a main character battling a strong enemy character is displayed, and functions as an effect suggesting that a big win is likely to occur.

In the SPSP reach, the pachinko game machine PY1 displays the SPSP title image G2, which indicates the start of the SPSP reach, on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 9(A). The SPSP title image G2 is, for example, a text image of "Defeat enemy B!". After that, the pachinko game machine PY1 displays the main character image G200 representing the main character and the strong enemy character image G202 representing the strong enemy character on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 9(B), and displays a video of the main character and the strong enemy character battling on the display unit 50a. Then, when the battle reaches its final stage, the pachinko game machine PY1, in the case of a jackpot in the SPSP reach, displays the main character rejoicing at his victory in the battle, as shown in FIG. 9(C-1), to suggest a jackpot, and stops and displays the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in a manner suggesting a jackpot (so-called double numbers). On the other hand, when the pachinko game machine PY1 determines that the SPSP reach is a miss, as shown in FIG. 9 (C-2), it displays a scene in which a strong enemy character is happy about winning the battle, suggesting a miss, and stops and displays the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in a manner suggesting a miss. Note that the content of the SPSP reach performance can be changed as appropriate.

Here, we will explain the possibility of the performance patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 stopping in a manner indicating a jackpot (also called the "jackpot expectation probability"). The jackpot expectation probability is determined by the execution probability based on the result of the jackpot determination. For example, if the execution probability of an N reach is set to 10% when the result of the jackpot determination is a miss, and set to 100% when the result of the jackpot determination is a win, then if the execution probability of an SP reach is set to 4% when the result of the jackpot determination is a miss, but set to 100% when the result of the jackpot determination is a win, the jackpot expectation probability for an SP reach can be made higher than the jackpot expectation probability for an N reach.

Also, for example, if the execution probability of an SP reach is set to 4% when the result of the jackpot determination is a miss and 100% when the result of the jackpot determination is a win, then by setting the execution probability of an SPSP reach to 2% when the result of the jackpot determination is a miss and to 100% when the result of the jackpot determination is a win, the jackpot expectation for an SPSP reach can be made higher than the jackpot expectation for an SP reach. In this way, by presetting the execution probability for an executable effect according to the result of the jackpot determination, the jackpot expectation for that effect can be determined.

8-3. Reserve Icon and the Icon The pachinko game machine PY1 can display a reserve icon HA on the display unit 50a while storing the special chart 1 reserve or the special chart 2 reserve. The reserve icon HA is, for example, an icon image of "o". In addition, the pachinko game machine PY1 can display the icon HA on the display unit 50a while the special chart is being variably displayed. The icon TA is, for example, the same icon image of "o" as the reserve icon HA.

A reserved icon display area 50d is provided at the bottom of the display unit 50a. The reserved 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, as shown in FIG. 10 (A). The pachinko game machine PY1 displays a reserved icon HA in each display area 50d1, 50d2, 50d3, and 50d4 according to the reserved number of special chart 1 or the reserved number of special chart 2. For example, when the reserved number of special chart 1 is "1", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1, and when the reserved number of special chart 1 is "2", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1 and the second display area 50d2. In addition, the reserved icon display area 50d may display both the reserved number of special chart 1 and the reserved number of special chart 2, or may display only one of the reserved number of special chart 1 and the reserved number of special chart 2. In addition, the number of display areas that make up the hold icon display area 50d can be changed as appropriate.

In addition, the icon display area 50e is provided at the bottom of the display unit 50a near the reserved icon display area 50d. As shown in FIG. 10(A), the icon display area 50e is made up of one display area. When the pachinko gaming machine PY1 starts variable display of the special chart, it displays the icon TA, which may be the same as or different from the reserved icon HA, in the icon display area 50e. Note that, taking into consideration the playability of the pachinko gaming machine PY1, the icon TA may not be displayed.

8-3-1. Hold performance The pachinko game machine PY1 can perform a hold performance in response to the game ball winning the first start hole 11 or the second start hole 12. The hold performance is, for example, a performance in which the hold icon HA is displayed in the hold icon display area 50d, and functions as a performance for notifying the player of the number of special chart 1 holds or special chart 2 holds.

When the pachinko game machine PY1 is not performing variable display of the special chart and the number of reserved special charts 1 is "0", if a game ball enters the first starting hole 11, the pachinko game machine PY1 displays the icon TA in the icon display area 50e as shown in Fig. 10 (B). Also, for example, when two game balls enter the first starting hole 11 while the special chart is being variable displayed, the pachinko game machine PY1 displays the reserved icon HA in the first display area 50d1 and the second display area 50d2 of the reserved icon display area 50d as shown in Fig. 10 (C), and notifies the player that the number of reserved special charts 1 is "2". In addition, when the pachinko game machine PY1 starts variable display of a new special chart while displaying the reserved icon HA in the first display area 50d1 and the second display area 50d2 of the reserved icon display area 50d, as shown in FIG. 10(D), the reserved icon HA in the first display area 50d1 of the reserved icon display area 50d is moved to the icon display area 50e and displayed as the icon TA, and the reserved icon HA in the second display area 50d2 of the reserved icon display area 50d is moved to the first display area 50d1 and displayed, thereby notifying the player that the reserved number of special chart 1 is "1".

The pachinko game machine PY1 can perform a notice performance at any timing in the special chart change performance. The notice performance is a performance that uses the image display device 50, the speaker 52, the frame lamp 53, the board lamp 54, the board movable body 55k, the frame movable body 58k, the normal button 40, the special button 41, etc., and functions as a performance that suggests the possibility of a big win game.

The pachinko game machine PY1 can perform a movable body effect using the board movable body 55k or the frame movable body 58k as a notice effect. The movable body effect is, for example, an effect in which the board movable body 55k or the frame movable body 58k moves.

The pachinko game machine PY1 performs a movable body performance at any timing in the special chart change performance (for example, the timing when the N reach progresses to the SP reach). Here, a movable body performance using the movable body 55k on the board is exemplified. The movable body performance is a performance in which the movable body 55k on the board moves on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 11 (A). In the movable body performance, the pachinko game machine PY1 displays an effect image G4 in the space of the display unit 50a that does not overlap with the movable body 55k on the board. After the movable body performance, the movable body 55k on the board returns to the normal standby state (initial position) as shown in FIG. 11 (B), and the performance progresses. FIG. 11 (B) shows a case where the performance progresses to the SPSP reach. The movement of the movable body 55k on the board in the movable body performance can be changed as appropriate.

The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform an operation performance as a preview performance using the normal button 40 or the special button 41. The operation performance is, for example, a performance in which the player operates the normal button 40 or the special button 41.

The pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs an operation presentation at any timing (for example, during SP reach) in the special chart variation presentation. Here, an operation presentation using the normal button 40 is exemplified. In the operation presentation, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 generates a period during which pressing the normal button 40 is valid (referred to as the "button operation valid period"), and with the occurrence of this button operation valid period, as shown in FIG. 12 (A), performs a presentation that encourages the operation of the normal button 40 (referred to as the "button operation promotion presentation"). In the button operation promotion presentation, a button operation promotion image G3 is displayed, and the button operation promotion image G3 is composed of a normal button image G31 that imitates the normal button 40, a pressing operation image G32 (here, a text image of "press") that indicates the operation mode of the normal button 40 (i.e., pressing operation), and an operation valid period remaining time image G33 that indicates the remaining time of the button operation valid period. In response to the normal button 40 being pressed during the button operation valid period, or after the button operation valid period has elapsed without the normal button 40 being operated during the button operation valid period, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 ends the button operation promotion presentation and performs an operation result presentation, as shown in FIG. 12(B). FIG. 12(B) shows a case where a movable body presentation in which the on-board movable body 55k moves is performed as the operation result presentation. Note that the presentation content of the operation presentation can be changed as appropriate.

The pachinko game machine PY1 can perform a pre-reading effect based on a pre-reading judgment as a notice effect. The pre-reading effect is, for example, an effect in which the reserved icon HA changes, and functions as an effect to suggest the result of the jackpot judgment in advance.

The pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs a look-ahead performance in response to storing a special chart 1 reserve or a special chart 2 reserve. Here, a look-ahead performance for a special chart 1 reserve is illustrated as an example. When a gaming ball enters the first starting hole 11, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 stores the special chart 1 reserve, and based on the result of the look-ahead judgment for the special chart 1 reserve, as shown in FIG. 10(C), displays an icon image of a "☆" as the reserve icon HA in the reserve icon display area 50d, instead of the usual icon image of a "circle". Note that the contents of the look-ahead performance can be changed as appropriate.

9. Internal Configuration Next, the internal configuration of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to Figs. 13 to 16. Fig. 13 is a block diagram of the parts related to the control of the pachinko gaming machine PY1. As shown in Fig. 13, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 comprises a main control unit 100 that controls the game, and a performance control unit 120 that executes the performance. The main control unit 100 and the performance control unit 120 are electrically connected, and the performance control unit 120 mainly executes the performance according to the instructions of the main control unit 100.

9-1. Main control unit The main control unit 100 includes a game control microcomputer 101. The game control microcomputer 101 includes, for example, a CPU (Central Processing Unit) and mainly controls various games (special game, regular game, game state, prize ball payout, etc.). The game control microcomputer 101 also includes a game input unit 101a, a game output unit 101b, and a game memory unit 101c. The game input unit 101a inputs winning information of game balls from winning devices (first start port 11, second start port 12, gate 13, first big winning port 14, second big winning port 15, general winning port 10, etc.) provided on the game board 1, operation information of the initialization switch, operation information of the setting change switch, etc. The game output unit 101b outputs performance data and performance commands generated according to the game control to the performance control unit 120 and the outside of the pachinko game machine PY1. The game memory unit 101c is composed of, for example, a ROM (Read Only Memory) or a RAM (Random Access Memory), and stores a table for selecting game content, game data generated according to the game control (special figure 1 reservation, special figure 2 reservation, normal figure reservation, etc.), etc.

The various games are controlled mainly based on winning information and operation information input by the game input unit 101a. The game control microcomputer 101 controls the various games using tables and game data stored in the game memory unit 101c.

9-2. Tables The game control microcomputer 101 can make various selections when controlling a game. When making a selection, the tables stored in the game memory unit 101c are referenced. The game memory unit 101c stores the following tables:

9-2-1. Variation pattern determination table The game memory unit 101c stores the variation pattern determination table 103a1 shown in FIG. 14. The variation pattern determination table 103a1 is a table that is referenced when selecting the type of variation pattern. When performing variable display of the first special chart or the second special chart based on the result of the big win determination, the game control microcomputer 101 refers to the variation pattern determination table 103a1 to select the type of variation pattern.

As shown in FIG. 14, the game control microcomputer 101 selects the type of variation pattern based on the game state, the type of starting gate, the result of the jackpot determination, the result of the reach determination, the number of reserved special symbols, etc. The reach determination is to determine whether or not the above-mentioned reach performance (N reach, SP reach, SPSP reach) is performed during the variable display of the special symbol, and if the reach performance is performed, it is determined that there is a reach, and if the reach performance is not performed, it is determined that there is no reach. The game control microcomputer 101 can select one of seven types of variation patterns, "THP001" to "THP002", "THP011" to "THP013", and "THP021" to "THP022", as the variation pattern. The game control microcomputer 101 performs the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol in the variable display mode (variable display time) according to the selected variation pattern. The type of variation pattern can be changed as appropriate.

Here, we will explain the role of each variation pattern. As mentioned above, a special chart variation performance is performed during the variable display of the special chart. In the special chart variation performance, a performance flow consisting of one or more performances is executed, and each variation pattern is associated with the variable display time of the special chart and the performance flow executed in the special chart variation performance. For example, as shown in FIG. 14, "THP001" and "THP011" correspond to a presentation flow in which the variable display time of the special chart is 120,000 ms and is composed of "normal variation" → "reach" → "N reach" → "SP reach" → "SPSP reach", "THP002" and "THP012" correspond to a presentation flow in which the variable display time of the special chart is 100,000 ms and is composed of "normal variation" → "reach" → "N reach" → "SP reach", "THP013" corresponds to a presentation flow in which the variable display time of the special chart is 20,000 ms and is composed of "normal variation" → "reach" → "N reach", and "THP021" and "THP022" correspond to a presentation flow in which the variable display time of the special chart is 13,000 ms or 2,000 ms and is composed only of "normal variation". In this way, the time of the special chart change presentation and the presentation executed during the special chart change presentation are varied depending on the type of change pattern selected by the game control microcomputer 101.

"THP001" is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot win, and the final part of the presentation flow is an "SPSP reach", so "THP001" is referred to as an "SPSP jackpot fluctuation". Also, "THP002" is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot win, and the final part of the presentation flow is an "SP reach", so "THP002" is referred to as an "SP jackpot fluctuation". Also, "THP011" is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a miss, and the final part of the presentation flow is an "SPSP reach", so "THP011" is referred to as an "SPSP miss fluctuation". Also, "THP012" is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a miss, and the final part of the presentation flow is an "SP reach", so "THP012" is referred to as an "SP miss fluctuation". Furthermore, "THP013" is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a miss, and since the end of the presentation flow is an "N reach", "THP013" is referred to as an "N miss variation". Furthermore, "THP021" and "THP022" are selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a miss, and since the end of the presentation flow is a "normal variation", "THP021" and "THP022" are referred to as a "normal miss variation". The selection ratio of the variation pattern can be set appropriately, taking into consideration the playability of the pachinko gaming machine PY1.

9-2-2. Look-ahead judgment table The game memory unit 101c stores the look-ahead judgment table 103b1 shown in FIG. 15. The look-ahead judgment table 103b1 is a table that is referenced when selecting the type of look-ahead pattern. When the right to receive a jackpot judgment is acquired, the game control microcomputer 101 refers to the look-ahead judgment table 103b1 to select the type of look-ahead pattern. The diagram shown in FIG. 14(B) is the look-ahead judgment table 103b1.

As shown in FIG. 15, the game control microcomputer 101 selects the type of look-ahead pattern based on the game status, the type of starting hole, the result of the look-ahead judgment, etc. The game control microcomputer 101 can select one of three types of look-ahead patterns, "SHP001" to "SHP003", as the look-ahead pattern. Note that the type of look-ahead pattern can be changed as appropriate.

"SHP001" is selected when the result of the look-ahead judgment is a win, so "SHP001" is called the "jackpot look-ahead pattern." Also, "SHP002" is selected when the result of the look-ahead judgment is a non-win, and the result of the fluctuation pattern advance judgment is a fluctuation pattern with a reach ("THP011" to "THP013"), so "SHP002" is called the "reach miss look-ahead pattern." Also, "SHP003" is selected when the result of the look-ahead judgment is a non-win, and the result of the fluctuation pattern advance judgment is a fluctuation pattern without a reach ("THP021" to "THP022"), so "SHP003" is called the "normal miss look-ahead pattern."

9-2-3. Symbol Determination Table The game memory unit 101c stores the symbol determination table 103c1 shown in FIG. 16. The symbol determination table 103c1 is a table that is referenced when selecting the type of the stopped symbol of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. When a big win determination is performed, the game control microcomputer 101 refers to the symbol determination table 103c1 to select the type of the stopped symbol of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. The diagram shown in FIG. 14(C) is the symbol determination table 103c1.

As shown in FIG. 16, the game control microcomputer 101 selects the type of stopping pattern for the first special pattern and the second special pattern based on the type of starting hole, the result of the jackpot determination, etc. The game control microcomputer 101 can select one of seven types of stopping patterns, "jackpot W pattern," "jackpot X pattern," "jackpot Y pattern," "jackpot Z pattern," "small win pattern," "miss A pattern," and "miss B pattern," as the type of stopping pattern. The game control microcomputer 101 displays the first special pattern or the second special pattern in a manner according to the selected stopping pattern. The type of stopping pattern can be changed as appropriate.

Here, the role of each stopping symbol will be explained. As mentioned above, after the special symbol stops and is displayed, a jackpot game may be played, a small jackpot game may be played, a time-saving state may be entered, or nothing may be played and a miss may result. There are four types of jackpot games ("jackpot game W", "jackpot game X", "jackpot game Y", "jackpot game Z"), one type of small jackpot game, and two types of misses (the aforementioned specific miss, and simple miss), and each stopping symbol is associated with a type of jackpot game, a type of small jackpot game, and a type of miss. For example, as shown in FIG. 16, the "jackpot W symbol" corresponds to the "jackpot game W," the "jackpot X symbol" corresponds to the "jackpot game X," the "jackpot Y symbol" corresponds to the "jackpot game Y," the "jackpot Z symbol" corresponds to the "jackpot game Z," the "small win symbol" corresponds to the small win game, the "miss A symbol" corresponds to a simple miss where nothing is done, and the "miss B symbol" corresponds to the time-saving state. In this way, the type of jackpot game, the type of small win game, and the type of miss (whether or not the time-saving state is entered) to be executed are varied according to the type of stopping symbol selected by the game control microcomputer 101.

The "jackpot W symbol" and "jackpot Y symbol" are selected when a jackpot game that results in a high probability state is played afterwards, so the "jackpot W symbol" and "jackpot Y symbol" are sometimes called "probable variable symbols". The "jackpot X symbol" and "jackpot Z symbol" are determined when a jackpot game that results in a normal probability state is played afterwards, so the "jackpot X symbol" and "jackpot Z symbol" are sometimes called "normal symbols". The "miss A symbol" is determined when there is a simple miss with nothing happening afterwards, so the "miss A symbol" is sometimes called the "normal miss symbol". The "miss B symbol" is determined when there is a specific miss that results in a time-saving state afterwards, so the "miss B symbol" is sometimes called the "miss time-saving symbol". The selection ratio of the stop symbols can be set appropriately, taking into account the playability of the pachinko game machine PY1.

9-3. Commands The game control microcomputer 101 can output the performance commands generated in response to the control of the game to the performance control unit 120 via the game output unit 101b. The game control microcomputer 101 can generate the following commands.

9-3-1. Winning Command Winning commands are generated in association with the entry of a game ball into various winning devices (the first start opening 11, the second start opening 12, the gate 13, the first large winning opening 14, the second large winning opening 15, the general winning opening 10, etc.). The winning commands include a first start opening command generated by the game ball entering the first start opening 11, a second start opening command generated by the game ball entering the second start opening 12, a gate command generated by the game ball passing through the gate 13, a first large winning opening command generated by the game ball entering the first large winning opening 14, a first large winning opening command generated by the game ball entering the second large winning opening 15, and a general winning opening command generated by the game ball entering the general winning opening 10.

9-3-2. Special chart command The special chart command is generated in relation to the operation of the first special chart and the second special chart. The special chart command includes a special chart change pattern command generated by determining the change pattern of the special chart, a special chart stop pattern command generated by determining the stop pattern of the special chart, a special chart start command generated by starting the variable display of the special chart, and a special chart confirmation command generated by the stop display of the special chart.

9-3-3. General Map Commands General map commands are generated in relation to the operation of the general map. General map commands include the general map start command, which is generated by starting the variable display of the general map, and the general map confirmation command, which is generated by stopping the display of the general map, etc.

9-3-4. Reserve commands Reserve commands are generated in relation to the increase or decrease in the reserved numbers of special 1 reserved, special 2 reserved, and regular reserved. Examples of reserve commands include a special 1 reserved increase command generated by an increase in the number of special 1 reserved, a special 1 reserved decrease command generated by a decrease in the number of special 1 reserved, a special 2 reserved increase command generated by an increase in the number of special 2 reserved, a special 2 reserved decrease command generated by a decrease in the number of special 2 reserved, a regular reserved increase command generated by an increase in the number of regular reserved, and a regular reserved decrease command generated by a decrease in the number of regular reserved.

Jackpot game commands are generated in association with the operation of a jackpot game. Jackpot game commands include an OP command generated by the start of an OP, a round command generated by the start of each round game, and an ED command generated by the start of an ED.

Small win game commands are generated in relation to the operation of a small win game. Small win game commands include a pre-opening IT command generated by the start of a pre-opening IT, and a post-opening IT command generated by the start of a post-opening IT.

Auxiliary Game Commands Auxiliary game commands are generated in association with the operation of an auxiliary game. Examples of auxiliary game commands include an auxiliary game start command generated by the start of a small win game.

9-3-8. Game state command Game state commands are generated in relation to the current game state. Game state commands include a normal probability command generated when the game state is a normal probability state, a high probability command generated when the game state is a high probability state, a non-time-saving command generated when the game state is a non-time-saving state, a time-saving command generated when the game state is a time-saving state, and a jackpot command generated when the game state is a jackpot game state.

9-4. Performance control unit The performance control unit 120 includes a performance control microcomputer 121. The performance control microcomputer 121 includes, for example, a CPU, and mainly executes various performances (performance mode, special chart change performance, hold performance, advance notice performance, etc.). The performance control microcomputer 121 also includes a performance input unit 121a and a performance storage unit 121b. The performance input unit 121a inputs performance commands output from the main control unit 100, operation information of the normal button 40, operation information of the special button 41, etc. The performance storage unit 121b is, for example, configured with a ROM or RAM, and stores a table for selecting advance notice performance, etc., performance data generated according to the execution of a performance, etc.

The various effects are mainly executed based on the effect commands and operation information input by the effect input unit 121a. The effect control microcomputer 121 executes the various effects by referring to the tables and effect data stored in the effect memory unit 121b.

First Embodiment
The first embodiment will be described below. Unless otherwise stated, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the basic embodiment described above is also applied to the first embodiment.

First, the structure of the game board 1 will be specifically described with reference to Figures 17 and 18. The game board 1 includes a star movable body 56k in addition to the board movable body 55k. The star movable body 56k includes a drive motor (not shown) and is configured to be movable up and down by the drive motor as shown in Figure 17 (A). A semi-transparent star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 is provided on the front of the star movable body 56k, and the star movable body 56k is decorated by the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2. A star lamp 56k1 capable of emitting light in a predetermined light color is provided behind (inside) the lamp lens 56k2, and the performance control microcomputer 121 can control the emission of the star lamp 56k1 according to the progress of the game to make it appear as if the star is lit or flashing. In the first embodiment, the star lamp 56k1 is configured to be capable of emitting light in white and red, but it may be configured to be capable of emitting light in other colors.

The first starting hole 11, which is installed in the game area 6 of the game board 1, is equipped with a box body 11h that receives the game ball, as shown in FIG. 17(B), and a star sticker 11s is attached to the front of the box body 11h. The star sticker 11s has a star drawn on it that is the same shape as the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2, and the first starting hole 11 is decorated with the star sticker 11s.

The star movable body 56k is also configured to be able to change its standby position, and the performance control microcomputer 121 can control the drive motor to change the standby position of the star movable body 56k depending on the game state. Specifically, in the non-time-saving state, as shown in FIG. 18(A), the star movable body 56k waits at the bottom of the display unit 50a, and the star movable body 56k and the first starting hole 11 (the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 and the star sticker 11s with a star drawn on it) are relatively close to each other. On the other hand, in the time-saving state, as shown in FIG. 18(B), the star movable body 56k waits at the center of the display unit 50a, and the star movable body 56k and the first starting hole 11 (the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 and the star sticker 11s with a star drawn on it) are relatively far away from each other.

Next, we will explain the special chart variation effects that the presentation control microcomputer 121 can execute according to the variation pattern selected by the game control microcomputer 101. The presentation control microcomputer 121 can execute the following effects in the special chart variation effects in the non-time-saving state or the time-saving state.

A. Normal change "Normal change" is a performance that may be performed in response to the start of the variable display of the special chart, and is a performance in which the performance patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed variably. Since "normal change" is performed first in the special chart change performance, it functions as a performance that suggests that the special chart change performance has started.

B. Reach "Reach" is an effect that may occur after "normal variation", and is an effect in which the left effect pattern EZ1 and the right effect pattern EZ3 are stopped and displayed with the same type of effect pattern. Since "Reach" may occur when the result of the jackpot determination is "jackpot winning", it functions as an effect that suggests that a jackpot game may occur. In addition, since "Reach" may develop into a reach effect such as "N reach", "SP reach", or "SPSP reach", it also functions as an effect that suggests that a reach effect may occur.

C. N Reach “N Reach” is a presentation that may be performed after “reach” is established, and is a reach presentation in which the fluctuation speed of the middle performance pattern EZ2 gradually slows down. “N Reach” may be performed when the result of the jackpot determination is “jackpot winning”, so it functions as a presentation that suggests the possibility of a jackpot game.

D. SP Reach "SP Reach" is an effect that may occur after "N Reach" and is a reach effect in which the main character and the enemy character battle. "SP Reach" is more likely to occur when the result of the jackpot determination is "jackpot win" than when it is "miss," so it functions as an effect that suggests the possibility of a jackpot game being played.

E. SPSP Reach The "SPSP Reach" is an effect that may be performed after the "SP Reach", and is a reach effect in which the main character battles a strong enemy character. The "SPSP Reach" is more likely to occur when the result of the jackpot determination is "jackpot win" than when it is "miss", so it functions as an effect that suggests that a jackpot game is more likely to be played. In addition, the jackpot game is more likely to be played when the "SP Reach" develops into the "SPSP Reach" than when the "SP Reach" does not develop into the "SPSP Reach", so the "SPSP Reach" also functions as an effect that suggests that a jackpot game is more likely to be played than the "SP Reach".

F. Gimmick A Notice "Gimmick A Notice" is a notice that may be performed during "normal fluctuation" and involves the movement of the star moving body 56k. "Gimmick A Notice" is more likely to be performed when the result of the jackpot determination is "jackpot win" than when it is "miss," so it functions as a notice that suggests that there is a high possibility of a jackpot game being played.

Next, the presentation flow of the main special chart change presentations executed in the non-time-saving state or the time-saving state will be explained using FIG. 19. In each presentation that constitutes the presentation flow, the presentation control microcomputer 121 displays a presentation image on the display unit 50a, and can execute light-emitting presentations using the frame lamps 53 and board lamps 54 and sound presentations using the speaker 52 according to the display of the presentation image.

In the special chart change performance where the change pattern is "SPSP big win change" or "SPSP miss change", the performance flow is executed as shown in FIG. 19 (A), which is composed of "normal change" → "reach" → "N reach" → "SP reach" → "SPSP reach". Note that "Gimmick A announcement" may be made during the "normal change" in these special chart change performances.

In addition, in the special chart change presentation where the change pattern is "SP big win change" or "SP miss change", a presentation flow consisting of "normal change" → "reach" → "N reach" → "SP reach" is executed as shown in Figure 19 (B). Note that "Gimmick A announcement" may be made during the "normal change" in these special chart change presentations.

In addition, in the special chart change performance where the change pattern is "N Miss Change", a performance flow consisting of "Normal Change" → "Reach" → "N Reach" is executed as shown in Figure 19 (C). Note that a "Gimmick A Notice" may be performed during the "Normal Change" in this special chart change performance.

In addition, in the special chart change presentation where the change pattern is "normal miss change", a presentation flow consisting of only "normal change" is executed, as shown in FIG. 19 (D). Note that in the "normal change" in these special chart change presentations, "Gimmick A announcement" is not performed.

Next, we will explain in detail the main effects that are executed in the special chart change effect. Note that in the special chart change effect described below, the hold icon HA is also displayed in parallel, but the illustration of the hold icon HA may be omitted.

First, the "Gimmick A Announcement" will be explained in detail. The performance control microcomputer 121 can execute the "Gimmick A Announcement" when a "normal change" is being executed in the special chart change performance in which the change pattern is "SPSP jackpot change", "SP jackpot change", "SPSP miss change", "SP miss change", or "N miss change".

As shown in FIG. 20, the performance control microcomputer 121 stores a gimmick A notice selection table 123a1 in the performance memory unit 121b. The performance control microcomputer 121 can use the gimmick A notice selection table 123a1 to select whether to execute the "gimmick A notice" and the type of performance pattern when the "gimmick A notice" is executed. There are three types of performance patterns: performance pattern A, performance pattern B, and performance pattern C. Performance pattern A is a performance pattern in which the star lamp 56k1 emits white light without the star movable body 56k moving, performance pattern B is a performance pattern in which the star lamp 56k1 emits white light as the star movable body 56k moves up and down, and performance pattern C is a performance pattern in which the star lamp 56k1 emits red light as the star movable body 56k moves up and down, and a star image G300 is displayed on the display unit 50a.

Figure 21 (A) is a diagram showing the contents of the gimmick A notice selection table 123a1. The presentation control microcomputer 121 refers to the type of variation pattern and the current game state to select whether to execute the "gimmick A notice" and the type of presentation pattern when the "gimmick A notice" is executed. Specifically, when the variation pattern is "SPSP big win variation" (THP001) or "SP big win variation" (THP002), if the game state is not in the time-saving state, the performance pattern A is selected at a rate of 5%, the performance pattern B at a rate of 10%, the performance pattern C at a rate of 20%, and no execution at a rate of 65%, and if the game state is in the time-saving state, the performance pattern A is selected at a rate of 40%, no execution at a rate of 60%, and no execution at a rate of performance pattern B or C is selected.

In addition, when the fluctuation pattern is "SPSP Miss Fluctuation" (THP011) or "SP Miss Fluctuation" (THP012), if the game state is not in the time-saving state, execution of presentation pattern A is selected 10%, execution of presentation pattern B 10%, execution of presentation pattern C 10%, and non-execution 70% of the time, and if the game state is in the time-saving state, execution of presentation pattern A is selected 25% of the time, non-execution 75%, and execution of presentation pattern B and execution of presentation pattern C are not selected.

In addition, when the fluctuation pattern is "N Miss Fluctuation" (THP013), regardless of the game state, execution of presentation pattern A is selected 20% of the time and non-execution is selected 80% of the time, and execution of presentation pattern B and execution of presentation pattern C are not selected.

In other words, the execution of the "Gimmick A Announcement" is set to be more likely to be selected in the variation pattern selected when the result of the jackpot determination is "jackpot win" than in the variation pattern selected when the result of the jackpot determination is "miss," and the "Gimmick A Announcement" functions as an effect that suggests that there is a high possibility of a jackpot game being played. Note that the selection ratio indicated by the Gimmick A Announcement selection table shown in FIG. 21 (A) can be changed as appropriate.

When executing the "Gimmick A Announcement" in the special chart change presentation, the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the operation of the star moving body 56k and the display of the display unit 50a with the presentation pattern selected by the Gimmick A Announcement Selection Table.

Here, we will explain the flow of the "Gimmick A Announcement" in performance pattern A, the flow of the "Gimmick A Announcement" in performance pattern B, and the flow of the "Gimmick A Announcement" in performance pattern C. Figures 22(A) to 22(C) are figures showing how the "Gimmick A Announcement" in performance pattern A is performed, Figures 23(A) to 23(D) are figures showing how the "Gimmick A Announcement" in performance pattern B is performed, and Figures 24(A) to 24(D) are figures showing how the "Gimmick A Announcement" in performance pattern C is performed.

The "Gimmick A Announcement" of presentation pattern A may be executed whether the game is in a non-time-saving state or a time-saving state, but here we will show an example of the "Gimmick A Announcement" of presentation pattern A in a non-time-saving state.

When "normal variation" begins, as shown in FIG. 22(A), the performance patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a varying manner on the display unit 50a. At this time, the star movable body 56k is waiting at the lower position of the display unit 50a. After that, if execution of performance pattern A is selected by the Gimmick A Notice Selection Table, the "Gimmick A Notice" of performance pattern A is executed.

In the "Gimmick A Announcement" of performance pattern A, as shown in FIG. 22(B), the star lamp 56k1 of the star moving body 56k emits white light, causing the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 to light up in white, making it appear as if the star is shining in white. After that, when a predetermined time (e.g., 3 seconds) has passed, as shown in FIG. 22(C), the star lamp 56k1 stops emitting light, causing the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 to go out, making it appear as if the white star has disappeared. Note that when the "Gimmick A Announcement" of performance pattern A is executed in the time-saving state, the star lamp 56k1 of the star moving body 56k emits white light while the star moving body 56k is waiting in the center position of the display unit 50a.

In addition, since the "Gimmick A Announcement" of presentation pattern B is executed only when the game state is not in the time-saving state, here we will show an example of the "Gimmick A Announcement" of presentation pattern B in the non-time-saving state.

When "normal variation" begins, as shown in FIG. 23(A), the performance patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a varying manner on the display unit 50a. At this time, the star movable body 56k is waiting at the lower position of the display unit 50a. After that, if execution of performance pattern B is selected by the Gimmick A Notice Selection Table, the "Gimmick A Notice" of performance pattern B is executed.

In the "Gimmick A Announcement" of performance pattern B, as shown in FIG. 23(B), the star moving body 56k moves from its waiting position to a predetermined appearance position (e.g., 50 mm above the waiting position). Then, as shown in FIG. 23(C), the star lamp 56k1 of the star moving body 56k emits white light, causing the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 to light up in white, making it appear as if the star is shining white. After that, after a predetermined time (e.g., 3 seconds) has passed, as shown in FIG. 23(D), the star moving body 56k returns to its original position, and the star lamp 56k1 stops emitting light, causing the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 to go out, making it appear as if the white shining star has disappeared.

In addition, since the "Gimmick A Announcement" of presentation pattern C is executed only when the game state is not in the time-saving state, here we will show an example of the "Gimmick A Announcement" of presentation pattern C in the non-time-saving state.

When "normal variation" begins, as shown in FIG. 24(A), the performance patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a varying manner on the display unit 50a. At this time, the star movable body 56k is waiting at the lower position of the display unit 50a. After that, if execution of performance pattern C is selected by the Gimmick A Notice Selection Table, the "Gimmick A Notice" of performance pattern C is executed.

In the "Gimmick A Announcement" of the performance pattern C, as shown in FIG. 24(B), the star moving body 56k moves from the waiting position to a predetermined appearance position (for example, 50 mm above the waiting position). Then, as shown in FIG. 24(C), the star lamp 56k1 of the star moving body 56k emits light in red, causing the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 to light up in red, making it look as if the star is shining red. At this time, a star image G300 imitating the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 is displayed in red on the display unit 50a, emphasizing that the star is shining red (here, four star images G300 are displayed). After that, when a predetermined time (for example, 3 seconds) has passed, as shown in FIG. 24(D), the star moving body 56k returns to its original position and the display of the star image G300 disappears, and furthermore, the light emission of the star lamp 56k1 ends, causing the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 to turn off, making it look as if the star that was shining red has disappeared.

Next, we will explain the look-ahead effects that the presentation control microcomputer 121 can execute according to the look-ahead pattern selected by the game control microcomputer 101. The presentation control microcomputer 121 can execute the following look-ahead effects in parallel with the special chart change effects in the non-time-saving state or the time-saving state.

G. Reserve Change Notice The "reserve change notice" is an effect that may be performed when the game ball enters the first start hole 11 or the second start hole 12, and is a pre-reading effect in which the display mode of the reserve icon HA changes. The "reserve change notice" is more likely to be performed when the result of the pre-reading jackpot judgment is "pre-reading win" than when it is "pre-reading non-win", so it functions as an effect that suggests that there is a high possibility of a jackpot game being played.

H. Gimmick B Notice The "Gimmick B Notice" is an effect that may be performed when the game ball enters the first start hole 11 or the second start hole 12, and is a pre-reading effect that involves the operation of the star movable body 56k. The "Gimmick B Notice" is more likely to be performed when the result of the pre-reading jackpot judgment is "pre-reading win" than when it is "pre-reading non-win", so it functions as an effect that suggests that there is a high possibility of a jackpot game being played.

Next, the main pre-reading effects will be explained in detail. Note that in the pre-reading effects described below, the display of the EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 effects is performed in parallel, but the EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 effects may not be shown in the illustration.

First, we will explain the "hold change notice" in detail. The performance control microcomputer 121 can execute the "hold change notice" for the hold icon HA that indicates a special reserved symbol with a look-ahead pattern of "jackpot look-ahead pattern" or "missed reach look-ahead pattern."

The performance memory unit 121b of the performance control microcomputer 121 stores a hold change notice selection table 123a2, as shown in FIG. 20. The performance control microcomputer 121 can use the hold change notice selection table 123a2 to select whether or not to execute a "hold change notice" and the type of change pattern when the "hold change notice" is executed. There are two types of change patterns: change pattern A and change pattern B. Change pattern A is a change pattern in which the hold icon HA changes to a "star icon", and change pattern B is a change pattern in which the hold icon HA changes to a "moon icon".

Figure 21 (B) is a diagram showing the contents of the hold change notice selection table 123a2. The performance control microcomputer 121 refers to the type of look-ahead pattern to select whether or not to execute a "hold change notice" and the type of change pattern if the "hold change notice" is executed. Specifically, when the look-ahead pattern is a "jackpot look-ahead pattern" (SHP001), execution with change pattern A is selected 20%, execution with change pattern B 10%, and no execution 70% of the time.

In addition, when the look-ahead pattern is the "missed reach look-ahead pattern" (SHP002), the selection rate is 5% for execution of change pattern A, 5% for execution of change pattern B, and 90% for non-execution.

In addition, when the look-ahead pattern is the "normal miss look-ahead pattern" (SHP003), non-execution is selected 100% of the time, and execution with change pattern A and execution with change pattern B are not selected.

In other words, the probability of winning increases in the order of "reserve change notice" in change pattern A > "reserve change notice" in change pattern B. Note that the selection ratio indicated by the reserve change notice selection table shown in FIG. 21(B) can be changed as appropriate.

When the performance control microcomputer 121 displays the hold icon HA in a hold performance, it displays the hold icon HA in the hold icon display area 50d based on the change pattern selected by the hold change notice selection table. There are three types of hold icons HA: "normal icon", "star icon", and "moon icon".

Figures 25 (A) to 25 (C) are diagrams showing the types of hold icons HA. As shown in Figure 25 (A), the "normal icon" consists of a round icon image G400, as shown in Figure 25 (A), the "star icon" consists of a star icon image G401 that resembles a star-shaped lamp lens 56k2, as shown in Figure 25 (B), and the "moon icon" consists of a moon icon image G402, as shown in Figure 25 (C).

Here, we will explain the flow of the "hold change notice" during the hold effect. Figures 26 (A) to 26 (D) are diagrams showing how the hold effect is performed. The hold effect can be performed in both non-time-saving and time-saving game states, but here we will show an example of a game in which the game ball enters the first starting hole 11 when the number of reserved balls on special chart 1 is "0" during a non-time-saving game state.

When the special chart is being displayed in a variable manner and the special chart 1 reserved number is "0", the reserved icon HA is not displayed in the reserved icon display area 50d, and the icon TA is displayed in the icon display area 50e, as shown in FIG. 26(A). In this state, if the game ball enters the first starting hole 11, the special chart 1 reserved number becomes "1".

At this time, if non-execution is selected by the hold change notice selection table, as shown in FIG. 26(B), a "normal icon" (circle icon image G400) is displayed as the hold icon HA in the first display area 50d1 of the hold icon display area 50d. Also, if execution in change pattern A is selected by the hold change notice selection table, as shown in FIG. 26(C), a "star icon" (star icon image G401) is displayed as the hold icon HA in the first display area 50d1 of the hold icon display area 50d. Also, if execution in change pattern B is selected by the hold change notice selection table, as shown in FIG. 26(D), a "moon icon" (moon icon image G402) is displayed as the hold icon HA in the first display area 50d1 of the hold icon display area 50d.

In the first embodiment, the "star icon" and "moon icon" are displayed in all of the first display area 50d1 to the fourth display area 50d4 of the hold icon display area 50d, but they may be displayed only when the hold icon HA is displayed in some of the display areas (for example, the first display area 50d1).

Next, the "Gimmick B Announcement" will be described in detail. The performance control microcomputer 121 can execute the "Gimmick B Announcement" as a pre-reading performance for the pre-reading patterns "jackpot pre-reading pattern" and "missed reach pre-reading pattern."

As shown in FIG. 20, the performance control microcomputer 121 stores a gimmick B notice selection table 123a3 in the performance memory unit 121b. The performance control microcomputer 121 can use the gimmick B notice selection table 123a3 to select whether or not to execute a "gimmick B notice" and the type of performance pattern when the "gimmick B notice" is executed. There are two types of performance patterns: performance pattern D and performance pattern E. Performance pattern D is a performance pattern in which the star lamp 56k1 emits white light intermittently without the star movable body 56k moving, and performance pattern E is a performance pattern in which the star lamp 56k1 emits white light intermittently as the star movable body 56k moves up and down.

Figure 21 (C) is a diagram showing the contents of the Gimmick B notice selection table 123a3. The presentation control microcomputer 121 refers to the type of look-ahead pattern and the current game state, and selects whether or not to execute "Gimmick B notice" and the type of presentation pattern when "Gimmick B notice" is executed. Specifically, when the look-ahead pattern is "jackpot look-ahead pattern" (SHP001), if the game state is not in the time-saving state, execution of presentation pattern D is selected 15%, execution of presentation pattern E is selected 20%, and non-execution is selected 65%, and if the game state is in the time-saving state, execution of presentation pattern D is selected 30%, non-execution is selected 70%, and execution of presentation pattern E is not selected.

In addition, when the look-ahead pattern is the "reach miss look-ahead pattern" (SHP002), if the game state is not in the time-saving state, execution of presentation pattern D is selected 10%, execution of presentation pattern E is selected 5%, and non-execution is selected 85% of the time, and if the game state is in the time-saving state, execution of presentation pattern D is selected 20%, non-execution is selected 80%, and execution of presentation pattern E is not selected.

In other words, the pre-reading pattern selected when the result of the pre-reading judgment is "pre-reading win" is set to be more likely to select the execution of "Gimmick B Notice" than the pre-reading pattern selected when the result of the pre-reading judgment is "pre-reading non-win", and the "Gimmick B Notice" functions as an effect that suggests that there is a high possibility of a jackpot game being played. Note that the selection ratio indicated by the Gimmick B Notice selection table shown in FIG. 21 (C) can be changed as appropriate.

When the performance control microcomputer 121 executes "Gimmick B Announcement" as a pre-reading performance, it controls the operation of the star movable body 56k with the performance pattern selected by the Gimmick B Announcement Selection Table.

Here, we will explain the flow of "Gimmick B Notice" in performance pattern D and "Gimmick B Notice" in performance pattern E. Figures 27(A) to 27(C) are diagrams showing how "Gimmick B Notice" in performance pattern D is performed, and Figures 28(A) to 28(D) are diagrams showing how "Gimmick B Notice" in performance pattern E is performed.

The "Gimmick B Announcement" of presentation pattern D may be executed whether the game is in a non-time-saving state or a time-saving state, but here we will show an example of the "Gimmick B Announcement" of presentation pattern D in a non-time-saving state.

When the game ball enters the first starting hole 11 during the variable display of the special chart, the reserved icon HA is displayed in the reserved icon display area 50d as shown in FIG. 27(A) (here, a "moon icon" is displayed in the first display area 50d1). At this time, the star movable body 56k is waiting at the lower position of the display unit 50a. After that, if execution of performance pattern D is selected by the Gimmick B Notice Selection Table, the "Gimmick B Notice" of performance pattern D is executed.

In the "Gimmick B Notice" of performance pattern D, as shown in FIG. 27(B), the star lamp 56k1 of the star moving body 56k emits white light intermittently, causing the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 to flash white, making it look as if the star is flashing white. After that, when a predetermined time (e.g., 2 seconds) has passed, as shown in FIG. 27(C), the star lamp 56k1 stops emitting light, causing the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 to go out, making it look as if the star that was flashing white has disappeared. Note that when the "Gimmick B Notice" of performance pattern D is executed in the time-saving state, the star lamp 56k1 of the star moving body 56k emits white light intermittently while the star moving body 56k is waiting at the center position of the display unit 50a.

In addition, since the "Gimmick B Announcement" of presentation pattern E is executed only when the game state is not in the time-saving state, here we will show an example of the "Gimmick B Announcement" of presentation pattern E in the non-time-saving state.

When the game ball enters the first starting hole 11 during the variable display of the special chart, the reserved icon HA is displayed in the reserved icon display area 50d as shown in FIG. 28(A) (here, a "star icon" is displayed in the first display area 50d1). At this time, the star movable body 56k is waiting at the lower position of the display unit 50a. After that, if execution of performance pattern E is selected by the Gimmick B Notice Selection Table, the "Gimmick B Notice" of performance pattern E is executed.

In the "Gimmick B Preview" of performance pattern E, as shown in FIG. 28(B), the star moving body 56k moves from its waiting position to a predetermined appearance position (e.g., 50 mm above the waiting position). Then, as shown in FIG. 28(C), the star lamp 56k1 of the star moving body 56k emits white light intermittently, causing the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 to flash white, making it look as if a star is shining and flashing white. After that, when a predetermined time (e.g., 2 seconds) has passed, as shown in FIG. 28(D), the star moving body 56k returns to its original position, and the star lamp 56k1 stops emitting light, causing the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 to go out, making it look as if the star that was shining and flashing white has disappeared.

<Considerations regarding the first embodiment>
The pachinko game machine PY1 described in the first embodiment will be considered below. First, the relationship between the star sticker 11s and the lamp lens 56k2 will be considered. A star sticker 11s with a pentagonal star is attached to the box body 11h of the first starting hole 11, while a lamp lens 56k2 with the same shape as the star on the star sticker 11s is provided on the star moving body 56k (see FIG. 17). In other words, it can be said that the star moving body 56k is decorated with a decoration that is common to the decoration on the first starting hole 11.

Next, we consider the relationship between the lamp lens 56k2 and the star image G300. The star movable body 56k is provided with a star-shaped lamp lens 56k2, and in the "Gimmick A Announcement" of performance pattern C in which the star movable body 56k moves, a star image G300 imitating the lamp lens 56k2 is displayed on the display unit 50a (see Figure 24). In other words, when the "Gimmick A Announcement" in which the star movable body 56k moves is executed, an image representing the lamp lens 56k2 provided on the star movable body 56k may be displayed on the display unit 50a.

Next, the relationship between the standby position of the star movable body 56k in the non-time-saving state and the standby position of the star movable body 56k in the time-saving state will be considered. The star movable body 56k waits in a position relatively close to the first start hole 11 in the non-time-saving state, and waits in a position relatively far from the first start hole 11 in the time-saving state (see FIG. 18). And, since the non-time-saving state is a state in which the game ball does not enter the second start hole 12 or is difficult to enter, it is a game state in which the game ball is more likely to enter the first start hole 11 than the second start hole 12, while the time-saving state is a game state in which the game ball is more likely to enter the second start hole 12, it is a game state in which the game ball is more likely to enter the first start hole 11 than the second start hole 12. In other words, it can be said that the star movable body 56k has many opportunities to wait in a position close to the first start hole 11 in the non-time-saving state in which the game ball is more likely to enter the first start hole 11. In addition, during a time-saving state in which it is difficult for the game ball to enter the first starting hole 11, the star moving body 56k is likely to wait in a position far from the first starting hole 11.

Effects of the First Embodiment
The effects of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 described in the first embodiment will be described below.

(1) A star sticker 11s with a star drawn on it is attached to the first starting hole 11, while a star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 is provided on the star moving body 56k, so that the decorativeness can be enhanced by the common decoration, and the interest of the game can be increased.

(2) Depending on the game ball entering the first starting hole 11, which has a star sticker 11s with a star drawn on it attached, a "gimmick A announcement" or a "gimmick B announcement" may be made in which the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 lights up or flashes, making it easy to understand that the first starting hole 11 and the star movable body 56k are associated, making the game more interesting.

(3) When the "Gimmick A Announcement" occurs, in which the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 lights up, a star image G300 representing a star may be displayed on the display unit 50a. By displaying the star image G300, the lighting of the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 can be emphasized, making it possible to increase the interest of the game.

(4) Depending on the game ball entering the first starting hole 11, which has a star sticker 11s with a star drawn on it attached, a "gimmick A announcement" or a "gimmick B announcement" may be made in which the star moving body 56k, which is provided with a star-shaped lamp lens 56k2, moves, making it easy to understand that the first starting hole 11 and the star moving body 56k are associated, which can increase the interest of the game.

(5) When the "Gimmick A Announcement" occurs, in which the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 moves, a star image G300 representing a star may be displayed on the display unit 50a. By displaying the star image G300, the movement of the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 can be emphasized, making it possible to increase the interest of the game.

(6) When a "star icon" is displayed in the reserved icon display area 50d as the reserved icon HA, a "gimmick B announcement" may be made in which the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 moves. By moving the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2, the display of the "star icon" can be emphasized, making the game more interesting.

<Modifications of the Basic Embodiment and the First Embodiment>
Below, we will explain modified examples of the pachinko game machine PY1 described in the basic embodiment and the first embodiment. Of course, the configurations of the modified examples may be appropriately combined. Furthermore, technical features in the above embodiment and the following modified examples may be appropriately deleted unless they are described as essential in this specification.

In the first embodiment, the star sticker 11s with a star drawn on it is attached to the first starting opening 11, but it may be attached to another winning device. For example, the star sticker 11s may be attached to the box body of the general winning opening 10. In this case, it is preferable that the star movable body 56k is operated in response to the game ball winning the general winning opening 10.

In addition, in the first embodiment, the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 is provided on the star movable body 56k that can move up and down, but it may be provided on a stationary performance device. For example, the lamp lens 56k2 may be provided on the board lamp 54.

In the first embodiment, a star sticker 11s with a star drawn on it is attached to the first starting hole 11, and a star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 is provided on the star moving body 56k, but the decoration is not limited to stars as long as the first starting hole 11 and the star moving body 56k have a common decoration. For example, instead of the star sticker 11s, a sticker with the face of the main character drawn on it may be attached to the box body 11h of the first starting hole 11, and instead of the star-shaped lamp lens 56k2, a lamp lens with the main character's face may be provided on the star moving body 56k. In this case, it is preferable that an image representing the main character is displayed on the display unit 50a when the "Gimmick A Announcement" is executed.

In addition, in the first embodiment, a star sticker 11s is attached to the box body 11h of the first starting port 11, but it is not limited to attaching a star sticker 11s as long as a star is applied to the first starting port 11. For example, a member shaped like a star may be attached to the box body 11h of the first starting port 11.

In addition, in the first embodiment, a star-shaped lamp lens 56k2 is provided on the star movable body 56k, but it is sufficient that a star is applied to the star movable body 56k, and the invention is not limited to providing a star-shaped lamp lens 56k2. For example, a sticker with a star drawn on it may be attached to the star movable body 56k.

In addition, in the first embodiment, the "Gimmick A Announcement" is performed during the "normal change" of the special chart change performance, but the timing of the announcement is not limited to the "normal change." For example, the "Gimmick A Announcement" may be performed during the "N reach" of the special chart change performance.

In addition, in the basic embodiment, the normal background image G102 is displayed in both the "low probability low base game state" and the "high probability low base game state", but different backgrounds may be displayed in the "low probability low base game state" and the "high probability low base game state". For example, in the "high probability low base game state", a background including an image suggesting that it is a high probability state may be displayed.

In addition, in the basic embodiment, only the effect patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed variably on the display unit 50a in parallel with the variable display of the special pattern, but other patterns may be displayed variably on the display unit 50a in parallel with the effect patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3. In this case, it is preferable to make the size of the other patterns smaller than the size of the effect patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3.

In addition, in the basic embodiment, only the performance patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed on the display unit 50a of the image display device 50 in parallel with the variable display of the special pattern, but other patterns may be displayed on a display device other than the image display device 50 in parallel with the performance patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3. For example, a dedicated LED for displaying other patterns in a variable manner may be installed on the game board 1, and the dedicated LED may flash while the performance patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a variable manner.

In addition, in the basic embodiment, the first special chart and the second special chart are not variably displayed at the same time, but only one of them is variably displayed. However, the first special chart and the second special chart may be variably displayed at the same time.

In addition, in the basic embodiment, the game progress and the presentation are controlled by separate control units, but the game progress and the presentation may be controlled by a single control unit. For example, both the game progress and the presentation may be controlled by only the main control unit 100.

The gaming machine of the present invention can also be applied to other pinball gaming machines such as arrange ball machines and mahjong ball gaming machines.

<Invention disclosed in the first embodiment>
The preceding paragraphs in this "Mode for Carrying Out the Invention" disclose the following Invention A. In the description of Invention A, the names and expressions of the corresponding configurations in the above-mentioned mode for carrying out the invention and the symbols used in the drawings are added in parentheses for reference. However, the elements such as the means constituting each invention are not limited to these additions. Note that Invention A is a collective term for the following Inventions A1 to A4.

The gaming machine according to the invention A1 is
winning holes (first starting hole 11, second starting hole) through which game balls can enter;
A performance body (star movable body 56k) capable of performing a predetermined action;
A performance execution means (performance control microcomputer 121) capable of executing a predetermined performance;
The winning port is provided with a first decorative portion (star sticker 11s) having a specific decoration (star),
The stage is provided with a second decorative part (lamp lens 56k2) having a decoration common to the specific decoration,
The performance execution means includes:
In response to the game ball entering the winning hole, a special effect (gimmick A notice, gimmick B notice) using the effect body may be executed.
It is characterized by:

The gaming machine according to the invention A2 is
A gaming machine according to the invention A1,
The second decorative part includes a light-emitting part (star lamp 56k1) capable of emitting light,
The special effect is an effect in which the light-emitting unit emits light in a specific light-emitting manner.
It is characterized by:

The gaming machine according to the invention A3 is
A gaming machine according to the invention A1,
The director is configured to be movable,
The special effect is an effect in which the effect body moves to a predetermined position.
It is characterized by:

The gaming machine according to the invention A4 is
A gaming machine according to any one of Inventions A1 to A3,
Further comprising a display unit (display unit 50a) capable of performing a predetermined display,
The performance execution means includes:
When executing the special performance, a specific display (star image G300) representing the specific decoration may be displayed on the display unit.
It is characterized by:

11...First start port 11s...Star sticker 12...Second start port 50...Image display device 50a...Display unit 56k...Star movable body 56k1...Star lamp 56k2...Lamp lens 101...Game control microcomputer 121...Performance control microcomputer 123a1...Gimmick A notice selection table 123a2...Hold change notice selection table 123a3...Gimmick B notice selection table G300...Star image HA...Hold icon

Claims (1)

a storage means for storing a right to receive a first determination as to whether or not a special game state advantageous to a player is to be established;
a determination means for performing a second determination as to whether or not the special game state is entered before the first determination is performed on the right stored in the storage means;
A performance body having a light-emitting unit capable of emitting light and performing a predetermined operation;
A display unit capable of performing a predetermined display;
A performance execution means capable of executing a predetermined performance,
The production body is provided with a decorative part having a specific decoration,
The performance execution means includes:
An icon corresponding to the right stored in the storage means can be displayed on the display unit ,
Based on a result of the second determination, a specific icon imitating the specific decoration may be displayed on the display unit as the icon, and a special effect using the effect body may be executed while the specific icon is being displayed.
The special effects include a first special effect in which the effect body moves closer to the specific icon and the light-emitting unit emits light in a specific light-emitting manner.
A gaming machine characterized by:

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