JP6970220B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

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

As a game machine, a game medium such as a game ball is launched into a game area by a launching device, and the game medium wins a prize in a predetermined winning area (starting winning opening) provided in the game area (starting condition is satisfied). A variable display device capable of variable display (also referred to as "variation") of identification information is provided, and it is advantageous for the player when the display result of the variable display of the identification information becomes a specific display result (big hit symbol) in the variable display device. Some are configured to be controllable in a favorable advantageous state (big hit game state).

As such a gaming machine, in a look-ahead effect targeting a variable display that has not yet been started, a special image such as a present box is displayed, and the special image is displayed up to the variable display of the target in the variable display of the target. There is a gaming machine that changes the special image into a preview image showing the degree of expectation of a big hit (possibility of being controlled to an advantageous state) (for example, Patent Document 1).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2014-140539

However, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, in the variable display other than the variable display of the target, the special image does not change to the preview image, and the variable display in which the special image does not change to the preview image is a variable display result. Since it is suggested that is a loss, the interest of the game for the variable display other than the variable display of the target is reduced.

The present invention has been made in view of the above points, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that enhances the interest of a game for a variable display other than the variable display of a target.

(A) In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to the present invention is
It is a gaming machine that can execute variable display,
A determination means that can determine that the hold memory for the variable display that has not been started is controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.
Based on the determination result of the determination means, a display means capable of displaying a special image before executing the target variable display corresponding to the hold storage that is the determination target of the determination means is provided.
The display means is
The special image can be displayed even in the variable display after the special image is displayed.
In the variable display executed before the target variable display, the special image can be changed to a preview image different from the special image and displayed based on the determination result of the determination means.
In the target variable display, the special image can be changed to a special image different from the preview image and displayed.
Further provided with a hold change notice effect executing means for executing a hold change notice effect that changes the hold display corresponding to the hold memory that is the determination target of the determination means based on the determination result of the determination means.
The display means starts displaying the special image at a predetermined timing after the hold change notice effect is executed by the hold change notice effect execution means.
The display means can display a corresponding display corresponding to a variable display.
Further provided with a corresponding display change notice effect executing means for executing the corresponding display change notice effect for changing the corresponding display.
The pending change notice effect and the corresponding display change notice effect are executed by a common effect mode.
The special image is displayed at a position distant from the hold display and is displayed as an image different from the hold display.
It is characterized by that.
(1) Further, the gaming machine according to another aspect is
A gaming machine capable of executing variable display (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1).
Judgment to determine whether the reserved memory for the variable display that has not been started satisfies a predetermined condition (for example, whether it is a "big hit" or whether it is "super reach confirmed at the time of loss"). Means (for example, CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 that executes the process of step S405) and
Based on the determination result of the determination means, a special image (for example, "chance approaching") is performed before the execution of the target variable display (for example, the variable display of the advance notice target) corresponding to the hold memory that is the determination target of the determination means. ! ”) Can be displayed (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes the process of step S373).
The display means is
The special image can be displayed in a variable display after the special image is displayed (see, for example, FIGS. 25A, 25B, 27F, 28F, and the like).
In the variable display executed before the target variable display, the special image can be changed to a preview image related to the variable display (for example, "pre-reading continuation") and displayed (for example, FIG. 25A). (B), FIG. 27 (G), FIG. 28 (G), etc.),
It is characterized by that.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest of the game for the variable display other than the target variable display.

(2) In the gaming machine of (1) above
A first look-ahead notice execution means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes the process of step S345) that executes a first look-ahead notice (for example, a countdown notice) based on the determination result of the determination means.
After executing the second look-ahead notice execution means (for example, the process of step S305) that executes the second look-ahead notice (for example, chance eye notice) different from the first look-ahead notice based on the determination result of the determination means. A CPU 120 for effect control that executes the process of step S371, etc.)
The first look-ahead notice execution means is
The first method is based on an effect mode (for example, a mode of reducing the number indicated by the countdown image displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 toward the advance notice target) in which the reserved memory that is the determination target of the determination means can be specified. Along with executing the look-ahead notice
A plurality of types of patterns including a first look-ahead first pattern (for example, a countdown continuation pattern) and a first look-ahead second pattern (for example, a countdown stop pattern) that ends the effect in the middle of the first look-ahead first pattern. The first look-ahead notice can be executed by any of the above (see, for example, FIGS. 15, 26, 29, 30 and the like).
The second look-ahead notice execution means is
When the first look-ahead notice of the first look-ahead second pattern is executed, the second look-ahead notice can be executed at least after the first look-ahead notice is executed (for example, in steps S703 and S714 to S717). After executing the process, the process of steps S305 and S371 can be executed),
It is characterized by that.

According to such a configuration, even when the first pre-reading notice ends in the middle, the second pre-reading notice is executed, so that it is possible to prevent the interest of the game from being significantly reduced.

(3) In the gaming machine of (1) or (2) above
Specific effect executing means capable of executing a specific effect (for example, stop display of a decorative symbol constituting a chance eye in a chance eye notice) for each variable display before the target variable display based on the determination result of the determination means. (For example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes the processes of steps S305 and S371) is further provided.
Depending on the number of consecutive executions of the specific effect, the possibility of being controlled to an advantageous state favorable to the player differs (see, for example, the determination ratio shown in FIG. 18).
The display means is
It is possible to suggest the execution of the specific effect by the preview image (see, for example, FIGS. 27 (G), (H), etc.).
It is characterized by that.

With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to the player as to whether or not the specific effect is continuously executed.

(4) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (3) above,
The display means is
It is suggested that the special image is controlled to the advantageous state by the mode of the special image (for example, "chance approaching!" Or "chance eye occurrence!") (For example, notification of high or low jackpot expectation). It is possible,
It is characterized by that.

With such a configuration, the player can be focused on the aspect of the special image.

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in this embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards mounted on a pachinko gaming machine. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the start winning a prize determination process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the random value value determination processing at the time of a prize. It is a figure which shows the determination example of the fluctuation pattern at the time of loss. It is a figure which shows the setting example of various commands. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the special symbol normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the variation pattern setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of the fluctuation pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows the determination example of the fluctuation pattern. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an effect control process process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of the hold data storage part. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the countdown notice determination process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of the countdown notice determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the chance eye notice decision processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of the chance eye notice decision table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of the chance eye notice timing pattern determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the variable display start setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the determination example of the special image. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special image switching setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of the preview image determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the countdown notice setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the effect processing during variable display. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the execution timing of a chance eye notice and a special effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the execution timing such as a countdown notice and a chance eye notice. It is a figure which shows an example of the production screen when the chance eye notice and the special production are executed. It is a figure which shows an example of the production screen when the chance eye notice and the special production are executed. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect screen when the countdown notice is executed. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect screen at the time of performing a countdown notice, a chance eye notice, and a special effect. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect screen when the hold display change effect is executed. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect screen when the chance eye notice and the special effect are executed in the modified example. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect screen when the countdown notice, the hold display change effect, and the special effect are executed in the modification.

Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, and shows an arrangement layout of main members. The pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly classified into a gaming board (gauge board) 2 constituting the game board surface and a game machine frame (underframe) 3 for supporting and fixing the game board 2. The game board 2 is formed with a substantially circular game area surrounded by guide rails. In this game area, a game ball as a game medium is launched from a predetermined ball launching device and is driven into the game area.

A first special symbol display device 4A and a second special symbol display device 4B are provided at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (on the right side of the game area in the example shown in FIG. 1). The first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are each composed of, for example, a 7-segment or dot matrix LED (light emitting diode), and are identified in a special symbol game as an example of a variable display game. A special symbol (also referred to as a "special figure"), which is a plurality of types of possible identification information (special identification information), is variably displayed (variable display). For example, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B each have a number indicating "0" to "9", a symbol indicating "-", or a lighting pattern of each segment not limited to the number or symbol. Variable display of multiple types of special symbols composed of such as. Hereinafter, the special symbol variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A is also referred to as a "first special symbol", and the special symbol variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B is also referred to as a "second special symbol". ..

A plurality of types of special symbols variably displayed by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B may be given a symbol number for identifying each. As an example, the special symbol indicating the "-" symbol may have "0" as a symbol number, and "1" to "9" may be attached as symbol numbers for a plurality of types of lighting patterns. ..

An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area on the game board 2. The image display device 5 is composed of, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display device) or the like, and forms a display area for displaying various effect images. On the screen of the image display device 5, the variable display of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and the variable display of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B in the special symbol game are supported. In a decorative symbol display area that is a plurality of variable display units such as three, decorative symbols that are a plurality of types of identification information (decorative identification information) that can identify each are variably displayed. The variable display of this decorative pattern is also included in the variable display game.

As an example, "left", "middle", and "right" decorative pattern display areas are arranged on the screen of the image display device 5. Then, in the special symbol game, one of the variation of the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and the variation of the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B is started. Fluctuation of the decorative symbol (for example, scroll display in the vertical direction) is started in each of the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas. After that, when the confirmed special symbol is stopped and displayed as a variable display result in the special symbol game, the decorative symbol is variable in each of the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas in the image display device 5. The fixed decorative symbol (final stop symbol) that is the display result is stopped and displayed.

As described above, on the screen of the image display device 5, the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A or the special figure using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B is used. In synchronization with the figure game, a variable display of a plurality of types of decorative symbols that can be identified by each is performed, and a definite decorative symbol that is a variable display result is derived and displayed (or simply referred to as “deriving”). In addition, to derive and display various display symbols such as special symbols and decorative symbols is to stop the identification information such as decorative symbols (also referred to as complete stop display or final stop display) and end the variable display. .. On the other hand, during the variable display from the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol to the derivation display of the final decorative symbol that is the variable display result, the fluctuation speed of the decorative symbol becomes "0" and the decoration is displayed. The design may be stagnant and displayed, and may be in a display state that causes slight shaking or expansion / contraction, for example. Such a display state is also called a temporary stop display, and although the display result in the variable display is not definitively displayed, the player can recognize that the change of the decorative pattern due to the scroll display or the update display has not progressed. It becomes. It should be noted that the temporary stop display may include displaying the decorative symbol completely stopped for a time shorter than a predetermined time (for example, 1 second) without causing slight shaking or expansion / contraction.

A first hold display unit 5HR, a second hold display unit 5HL, and an active display unit AHA are arranged on the screen of the image display device 5. The hold display section is also referred to as a start winning memory display area or a start winning memory display area, and the active display section includes an active display area, an active display area, a current display area, a current display area, a current display section, and a digestion display area. It is also called an area, a display area at the time of digestion, a display unit at the time of digestion, and the like. The first hold display unit 5HR displays the number of first special figure hold storage so as to be identifiable. The first special figure hold storage number is the number of variable display holdes corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A. The second hold display unit 5HL displays the number of second special figure hold storage so as to be identifiable. The second special figure hold storage number is a variable display hold number corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B. The variable display hold corresponding to the special figure game is such that the game ball passes (enters) the first starting winning opening formed by the ordinary winning ball device 6A and the second starting winning opening formed by the ordinary variable winning ball device 6B. It occurs based on the starting prize by doing. That is, the start condition (also referred to as "execution condition") for executing the variable display game such as the special figure game or the variable display of the decorative symbol is satisfied, but the variable display game based on the previously satisfied start condition is being executed. When the start condition that allows the start of the variable display game is not satisfied due to the fact that the pachinko game machine 1 is controlled to the jackpot game state, the variable display corresponding to the established start condition is suspended. It will be done.

For example, due to the occurrence of the first start prize in which the game ball passes (enters) the first start prize opening, the start condition of the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A (first start condition). ) Is satisfied, and if the first start condition for starting the special figure game using the first special figure based on the establishment of the first start condition is not satisfied, the first special figure hold storage number is 1. It is added (incremented), and the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is suspended. In addition, due to the occurrence of the second start prize in which the game ball passes (enters) the second start prize opening, the start condition of the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B (second start condition). ) Is satisfied, and if the second start condition for starting the special figure game using the second special figure based on the establishment of the second start condition is not satisfied, the second special figure hold storage number is 1. It is added (incremented), and the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is suspended. On the other hand, when the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is started, the number of stored special figures of the first special figure is decremented by 1, and the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is executed. When is started, the second special figure reserved storage number is decremented by 1. If the first special figure reserved storage number reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, "4") when the first start prize is generated, the first start condition is not satisfied and the first start prize is based on the start prize. The special figure game is invalidated, and only the prize ball may be paid out. Further, if the second special figure reserved storage number reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, "4") when the second start prize is generated, the second start condition is not satisfied and is based on the start prize. The special figure game is invalidated, and only the prize ball may be paid out.

In the first hold display unit 5HR, the hold display corresponding to the hold storage of the special figure game using the first special figure is performed. In the second hold display unit 5HL, the hold display corresponding to the hold storage of the special figure game using the second special figure is performed. The variable display hold storage number obtained by adding the first special figure hold storage number and the second special figure hold storage number is also particularly referred to as a total hold storage number. The term "special figure holding memory number" usually refers to a concept including any of the first special figure holding storage number, the second special figure holding storage number, and the total holding storage number, but in particular, a part of these (for example, for example). It may also refer to the concept of including the first special figure holding memory number and the second special figure holding storage number but excluding the total holding storage number).

The first hold display unit 5HR may be configured so that the first hold display is performed, for example, left-justified. The first hold display unit 5HR is provided with four display parts corresponding to the upper limit of the number of hold storages of the first special figure, "4", and the hold numbers "1", "2", and "3" are provided in order from the left end. , "4" may be associated with each other. When the number of hold of the special figure game using the first special figure increases due to the establishment of the first start condition, if there is no other first hold display in the first hold display unit 5HR, the hold is held in the first hold display unit 5HR. A new first hold display is added as a hold display corresponding to the increased number of first special figure hold storages at the leftmost display portion corresponding to the number "1". If there is another 1st hold display in the 1st hold display unit 5HR, the new 1st hold display is hidden on the right side of the display part where the other 1st hold display is performed. Add to the part (corresponding to any of the hold numbers "2" to "4"). When there are a plurality of first hold displays in the first hold display unit 5HR and a special figure game using the first special figure is started due to the establishment of a new first start condition, the first hold display unit 5HR While erasing (digesting) the first hold display in the leftmost display part corresponding to the hold number "1", each of the first hold displays in the other display parts corresponding to the hold numbers "2" to "4" is displayed. Move (shift) in the direction (left side) of the erased display part.

The second hold display unit 5HL may be configured so that the second hold display is performed, for example, right-justified. The second reserved storage unit 5HL is provided with four display parts corresponding to the upper limit of the number of reserved storages in the second special figure, "4", and the reserved numbers "1", "2", and "3" are provided in order from the right end. , "4" may be associated with each other. When the number of hold of the special figure game using the second special figure increases due to the establishment of the second start condition, if there is no other second hold display in the second hold display section 5HL, the hold is held in the second hold display section 5HL. A new second hold display is added as a hold display corresponding to the increased second special figure hold storage number at the rightmost display portion corresponding to the number "1". If there is another second hold display in the second hold display unit 5HL, the new second hold display is hidden on the left side of the display part where the other second hold display is performed. Add to the part (corresponding to any of the hold numbers "2" to "4"). When there are a plurality of second hold displays in the second hold display unit 5HL and a special figure game using the second special figure is started due to the establishment of a new second start condition, the second hold display unit 5HL The second hold display in the rightmost display part corresponding to the hold number "1" is erased (digested), and each of the second hold displays in the other display parts corresponding to the hold numbers "2" to "4" is displayed. Move (shift) in the direction (right side) of the erased display part.

The active display unit AHA displays the same effect image as the hold display or a different effect image corresponding to the variable display during execution. The display on the active display unit AHA is referred to as an active display (also referred to as a variable display compatible display, a digestion display, a current display, or the like). In the active display unit AHA, for example, the first reserved display unit 5HR is erased (digested) in response to the start of the special figure game using the first special figure when the first start condition is satisfied. The active display is performed according to the hold display. Further, in the active display unit AHA, for example, in response to the start of the special figure game using the second special figure when the second start condition is satisfied, it is erased (digested) by the second reserved storage unit 5HL. The active display is performed according to the second hold display. The first hold display, the second hold display, and the active display may have the same color and pattern. For example, the active display is displayed larger than the first hold display and the second hold display. There may be. However, the display mode of the active display in this embodiment may change to a display mode different from the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display by executing the active display change effect.

In the display area of the image display device 5 shown in FIG. 1, an active display unit AHA is arranged between the first hold display unit 5HR and the second hold display unit 5HL. On the other hand, the active display unit AHA is not limited to the one arranged between the first reserved display unit 5HR and the second reserved display unit 5HL, and is arranged at an arbitrary position in the display area of the image display device 5. You just have to. Further, the arrangement of the first hold display unit 5HR and the second hold display unit 5HL can be arbitrarily changed, and for example, the first hold display unit 5HR and the second hold display unit 5HL may be interchanged and arranged.

A display device for displaying the number of reserved special figures may be provided together with the first reserved display unit 5HR and the second reserved display unit 5HL, or in place of the first reserved display unit 5HR and the second reserved display unit 5HL. .. In the example shown in FIG. 1, the number of special symbol hold storage can be specified on the upper part of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B together with the first hold display unit 5HR and the second hold display unit 5HL. A first hold display 25A and a second hold display 25B for displaying are provided. The first hold display 25A displays the number of first special figure hold storage so as to be identifiable. The second hold display 25B displays the number of second special figure hold storage so as to be identifiable. The number of the first hold indicator 25A and the second hold indicator 25B corresponds to, for example, the upper limit value (for example, "4") in each of the first special figure hold storage number and the second special figure hold storage number (for example, 4). It is configured to include (pieces) LEDs.

Below the image display device 5, a normal winning ball device 6A and a normal variable winning ball device 6B are provided. The ordinary winning ball device 6A forms a first starting winning opening as a starting region (first starting region) that is always kept in a constant open state by, for example, a predetermined ball receiving member. The ordinary variable winning ball device 6B is an electric tulip-type accessory having a pair of movable wing pieces that are changed to a closed state in a vertical position and an open state in a tilted position by a solenoid 81 for an ordinary electric accessory shown in FIG. It is equipped with (ordinary electric accessory) and forms a second start winning opening.

As an example, in the normal variable winning ball device 6B, the game ball passes (enters) through the second starting winning opening because the movable wing piece is in the vertical position when the solenoid 81 for the normal electric accessory is in the off state. Do not close. On the other hand, in the normal variable winning ball device 6B, when the solenoid 81 for the normal electric accessory is in the on state, the movable wing piece is in the tilting position, so that the game ball passes (enters) through the second starting winning opening. ) Make it open. The normally variable winning ball device 6B is normally opened when the solenoid 81 is in the off state, and the game ball can enter (pass) through the second starting winning opening, while the expansion when the solenoid 81 is in the on state. It may be configured so that the game ball is less likely to enter (pass) than in the open state. As described above, the normal variable winning ball device 6B has a first variable state such as an open state in which the game ball can pass (enter) through the second starting winning opening or an expanded open state, and the game ball cannot pass (enter). It is configured to be able to change to a second variable state such as a closed state or a normally open state where it is difficult to pass (enter).

The game ball that has entered the first starting winning opening formed in the ordinary winning ball device 6A is detected by, for example, the first starting opening switch 22A shown in FIG. The game ball that has entered the second starting winning opening formed in the ordinary variable winning ball device 6B is detected by, for example, the second starting opening switch 22B shown in FIG. Based on the detection of the game balls by the first start port switch 22A, a predetermined number (for example, 3) of game balls are paid out as prize balls (prize game medium), and the first reserved storage number is a predetermined upper limit value. If it is (for example, "4") or less, the first starting condition is satisfied. If a predetermined number (for example, 3) of game balls are paid out as prize balls based on the detection of the game balls by the second start port switch 22B, and the second reserved storage number is equal to or less than the predetermined upper limit value. The second starting condition is satisfied.

The number of prize balls to be paid out based on the detection of the game ball by the first start port switch 22A and the number of prize balls to be paid out based on the detection of the game ball by the second start port switch 22B. May be the same number or different numbers from each other. The pachinko gaming machine 1 may directly pay out the game balls to be prize balls, or may give points corresponding to the number of game balls to be prize balls.

A special variable winning ball device 7 is provided below the normal winning ball device 6A and the normal variable winning ball device 6B. The special variable winning ball device 7 includes a large winning opening door that is opened and closed by a solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door shown in FIG. 2, and a specific area that changes between an open state and a closed state depending on the large winning opening door. Form a big prize opening as.

As an example, in the special variable winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door is in the off state, the large winning opening door is in the closed state and the game ball passes through (entering) the large winning opening. become unable. On the other hand, in the special variable winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big winning door is on, the big winning door opens the big winning door and the game ball passes through (entering) the big winning door. ) It becomes easier. In this way, the large winning opening as a specific area changes into an open state in which the game ball easily passes (enters) and is advantageous for the player, and a closed state in which the game ball cannot pass (enter) and is disadvantageous to the player. do. In addition, instead of the closed state in which the game ball cannot pass (enter) the large winning opening, or in addition to the closed state, a partially open state in which the game ball does not easily pass (enter) the large winning opening may be provided.

The game ball that has passed (entered) the large winning opening is detected by, for example, the count switch 23 shown in FIG. Based on the detection of the game balls by the count switch 23, a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. In this way, when the game ball passes (enters) the large winning opening opened in the special variable winning ball device 7, the gaming ball passes through another winning opening such as the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening. More prize balls will be paid out than when passing (entering). Therefore, if the large winning opening is opened in the special variable winning ball device 7, the game ball can enter the large winning opening, which is the first state advantageous for the player. On the other hand, if the large winning opening is closed in the special variable winning ball device 7, it becomes impossible or difficult for the player to obtain the winning ball by passing (entering) the game ball through the large winning opening. It becomes a disadvantageous second state.

A normal symbol display 20 is provided at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, the left side of the game area). As an example, the ordinary symbol display 20 is composed of 7 segments, dot matrix LEDs, and the like like the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and has a plurality of types of identification information different from the special symbol. The normal design (also called "normal figure" or "normal figure") is variably displayed (variable display). Such a variable display of a normal pattern is called a normal figure game (also referred to as a "normal figure game"). Above the normal symbol display 20, a normal symbol hold display 25C is provided. The normal figure hold indicator 25C is configured to include, for example, four LEDs, and displays the normal figure hold storage number as the number of effective passing balls that have passed through the passing gate 41.

In addition to the above configuration, the surface of the game board 2 is provided with a windmill that changes the flow direction and speed of the game ball and a large number of obstacle nails. Further, as a winning opening different from the first starting winning opening, the second starting winning opening and the large winning opening, for example, a single or a plurality of general winning openings that are always kept in a constant open state by a predetermined ball receiving member are provided. May be done. In this case, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls may be paid out as prize balls based on the fact that the game balls that have entered any of the general prize openings are detected by the predetermined general prize ball switch. At the bottom of the game area, there is an out opening for taking in a game ball that has not entered any of the winning openings.

Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided at the upper left and right positions of the gaming machine frame 3, and a gaming effect lamp 9 is provided around the gaming area. Decorative LEDs may be arranged around each structure (for example, a normal winning ball device 6A, a normal variable winning ball device 6B, a special variable winning ball device 7, etc.) in the gaming area of the pachinko gaming machine 1. At the lower right position of the gaming machine frame 3, a ball striking operation handle (operation knob) operated by a player or the like to launch a gaming ball as a gaming medium toward a gaming area is provided. For example, the hitting ball operation handle adjusts the elastic force of the game ball according to the operation amount (rotation amount) by the player or the like.

At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area, a gaming ball paid out as a prize ball or a gaming ball rented by a predetermined ball lending machine is held (stored) so as to be able to be supplied to a hitting ball launching device. ) There is an upper plate (ball hitting plate). At the lower part of the gaming machine frame 3, a lower plate is provided to hold (store) surplus balls and the like overflowing from the upper plate so that they can be discharged to the outside of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

A stick controller 31A that can be gripped and tilted by a player is attached to a member forming the lower plate, for example, at a predetermined position on the front side of the upper surface of the lower plate body (for example, the central portion of the lower plate). There is. The stick controller 31A includes an operation rod held by the player, and a trigger button is provided at a predetermined position of the operation rod (for example, a position where the index finger of the operator is hooked when the player holds the operation rod). There is. The trigger button can be operated by pushing and pulling with a predetermined operating finger (for example, index finger) while the player holds the operating rod of the stick controller 31A with an operating hand (for example, left hand). It suffices if it is configured as follows. A trigger sensor that detects a predetermined instruction operation such as a push-pull operation on the trigger button may be built in the operation rod.

A controller sensor unit 35A including a tilting direction sensor unit for detecting a tilting operation with respect to the operating rod may be provided inside the main body of the lower plate at the lower portion of the stick controller 31A. For example, the tilt direction sensor unit is two transmissive photosensors (parallel sensors) arranged parallel to the board surface of the game board 2 on the left side of the center position of the operation rod when viewed from the side of the player facing the pachinko game machine 1. A pair) and four transmissive types that combine two transmissive photosensors (vertical sensor pair) arranged perpendicular to the board surface of the game board 2 on the right side of the center position of the operation rod when viewed from the player's side. It may be configured to include a photo sensor.

The member forming the upper plate includes, for example, a push button 31B that allows a player to perform a predetermined instruction operation by a pressing operation or the like at a predetermined position on the front side (for example, above the stick controller 31A) on the upper surface of the upper plate body. It is provided. The push button 31B may be configured so as to be able to mechanically, electrically, or electromagnetically detect a predetermined instruction operation such as a pressing operation from the player. A push sensor 35B for detecting a player's operation action performed on the push button 31B may be provided inside the main body of the upper plate at the installation position of the push button 31B.

The pachinko gaming machine 1 is equipped with various control boards such as a main board 11, an effect control board 12, a voice control board 13, and a lamp control board 14, as shown in FIG. 2, for example. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is also equipped with a relay board 15 for relaying various control signals transmitted between the main board 11 and the effect control board 12. In addition, various boards such as a payout control board, an information terminal board, a launch control board, an interface board, and a touch sensor board are arranged on the back surface of the game board of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

The main board 11 is a control board on the main side, and is equipped with various circuits for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The main board 11 is mainly addressed to a sub-side control board including a random number setting function used in a special figure game, a function of inputting a signal from a switch or the like arranged at a predetermined position, and an effect control board 12. , It has a function to output and transmit a control command as an example of command information as a control signal, and a function to output various information to a hall management computer. Further, the main board 11 controls lighting / extinguishing of each LED (for example, a segment LED) constituting the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B to control the lighting / extinguishing of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. Variable display of a predetermined display symbol, such as controlling the variable display of the normal symbol and controlling the variable display of the normal symbol by the normal symbol display 20 by controlling the lighting / extinguishing / coloring of the normal symbol display 20. It also has a control function.

For example, a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 110, a solenoid circuit 111, and the like are mounted on the main board 11. The switch circuit 110 takes in detection signals from various switches for detecting the game ball and transmits them to the game control microcomputer 100. The solenoid circuit 111 transmits a solenoid drive signal from the game control microcomputer 100 to the solenoid 81 for ordinary electric accessories and the solenoid 82 for the big winning door.

The effect control board 12 is a control board on the sub side independent of the main board 11, and receives a control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15 to receive an image display device 5, speakers 8L, and 8R. In addition, various circuits for controlling the production operation by the production electrical components such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED are mounted. That is, the effect control board 12 has all or part of the display operation in the image display device 5, the sound output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, and all or one of the lighting / extinguishing operations in the game effect lamp 9, the decorative LED, and the like. It has a function to determine the control content for causing an electric component for effect such as a unit to execute a predetermined effect operation.

The audio control board 13 is a control board for audio output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and outputs audio from the speakers 8L and 8R based on commands and control data from the effect control board 12. It is equipped with a processing circuit that executes voice signal processing for this purpose. The lamp control board 14 is a control board for lamp output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and is a game effect lamp 9, a decorative LED, or the like based on commands and control data from the effect control board 12. It is equipped with a lamp driver circuit that drives the lighting / extinguishing of the lamp.

As shown in FIG. 2, detection signals from various switches such as a gate switch 21, a start port switch (first start port switch 22A and a second start port switch 22B), and a count switch 23 are transmitted to the main board 11. The wiring is connected. The various switches may have any configuration that can detect a game ball as a game medium, such as a switch called a sensor. Further, a wiring for transmitting a command signal for performing display control of the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, the ordinary symbol display device 20, and the like is connected to the main board 11.

The control signal transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is relayed by the relay board 15. The control command transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 via the relay board 15 is, for example, an effect control command transmitted and received as an electric signal. The effect control commands include, for example, a display control command used to control the image display operation in the image display device 5, a voice control command used to control the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and a game effect lamp 9. It contains lamp control commands used to control lighting operations of decorative LEDs and the like. Each of these effect control commands has, for example, a 2-byte configuration, in which the first byte represents MODE (command classification) and the second byte represents EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data may be set to "1", and the first bit of the EXT data may be set to "0" in advance.

The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 is, for example, a one-chip computer, which is a ROM (Read Only Memory) 101 for storing game control programs, fixed data, and the like, and a game control work. A RAM (Random Access Memory) 102 that provides an area, a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103 that executes a game control program to perform control operations, and updates of numerical data indicating random values independently of the CPU 103. It is configured to include a random number circuit 104 to be performed and an I / O (Input / Output port) 105.

As an example, in the game control microcomputer 100, a process for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is executed by executing the program read from the ROM 101 by the CPU 103. At this time, a fixed data read operation in which the CPU 103 reads fixed data from the ROM 101, a variable data writing operation in which the CPU 103 writes various variable data to the RAM 102 and temporarily stores them, and various variable data in which the CPU 103 is temporarily stored in the RAM 102. The variable data read operation, the CPU 103 receives input of various signals from the outside of the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105, and the CPU 103 goes to the outside of the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105. And transmission operation to output various signals is also performed.

The one-chip microcomputer constituting the game control microcomputer 100 may have at least a RAM 102 built in in addition to the CPU 103, and the ROM 101, the random number circuit 104, the I / O 105, and the like may be externally attached.

In the game control microcomputer 100, numerical data indicating various random number values used for controlling the progress of the game is updatablely counted by, for example, a random number circuit 104. Random numbers used to control the progress of a game are also called game random numbers. The game random number may be updated by hardware such as a random number circuit 104, or may be updated by software when the CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 executes a predetermined computer program. You may. For example, a predetermined random number value is shown in a random counter provided in a predetermined area (game control counter setting unit, etc.) of the RAM 102 in the game control microcomputer 100, or a random counter provided in an internal register separate from the RAM 102. Numerical data may be stored, and the CPU 103 may update the stored value periodically or irregularly so that the random value is updated.

The ROM 101 included in the game control microcomputer 100 stores various selection data, table data, and the like used for controlling the progress of the game, in addition to the game control program. For example, the ROM 101 stores data constituting a plurality of determination tables, determination tables, setting tables, etc. prepared for the CPU 103 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings. Further, the ROM 101 is configured with table data constituting a plurality of command tables used by the CPU 103 to transmit control signals to be various control commands from the main board 11, and a variation pattern table for storing a plurality of types of variation patterns. The table data to be used is stored. In the RAM 102 included in the game control microcomputer 100, various data used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are temporarily stored in a rewritable manner.

The effect control board 12 includes an effect control CPU 120 that performs control operations according to a program, a ROM 121 that stores an effect control program, fixed data, and the like, a RAM 122 that provides a work area for the effect control CPU 120, and an image display device. The display control unit 123 that executes processing for determining the control content of the display operation in 5, the random number circuit 124 that updates the numerical data indicating the random number value independently of the effect control CPU 120, and the I / O 125. And are installed.

As an example, in the effect control board 12, the effect control CPU 120 executes the effect control program read from the ROM 121, thereby executing the process for controlling the effect operation by the effect control electric components. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 reads the fixed data from the ROM 121, the effect control CPU 120 writes various variable data to the RAM 122 and temporarily stores the variable data, and the effect control CPU 120 is stored in the RAM 122. Fluctuation data read operation to read various temporarily stored fluctuation data, reception operation in which the effect control CPU 120 receives input of various signals from the outside of the effect control board 12 via the I / O 125, and the effect control CPU 120 is I / A transmission operation for outputting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 12 via the O125 is also performed.

The effect control CPU 120, ROM 121, and RAM 122 may be included in a one-chip effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board 12. On the effect control board 12, wiring for transmitting a video signal to the image display device 5 and wiring for transmitting an effect sound signal as an information signal indicating sound number data to the sound control board 13. Wiring for transmitting an illuminated signal as an information signal indicating lamp data is connected to the lamp control board 14. Further, on the effect control board 12, wiring for transmitting an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action with respect to the stick controller 31A has been detected from the controller sensor unit 35A, and a game for the push button 31B. A wiring for transmitting an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that a person's operation action has been detected from the push sensor 35B is also connected.

In the effect control board 12, for example, a random number circuit 124 or a random number counter for effect provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 is used to updatablely count numerical data indicating various random number values used for controlling the effect operation. .. The random number used to control such an effect operation is also referred to as an effect random number. As an example, on the side of the effect control board 12, numerical data indicating various effect determination random values such as a random value for determining a stop symbol in a variable display of a decorative symbol and a random value for determining a notice effect can be counted. Is controlled by.

The ROM 121 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. 2 stores various data tables and the like used for controlling the effect operation in addition to the program for effect control. For example, the ROM 121 contains a plurality of determination tables prepared for the effect control CPU 120 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings, table data constituting the determination table, pattern data constituting various effect control patterns, and the like. It is remembered. The effect control pattern is, for example, from process data including effect control execution data (display control data, voice control data, lamp control data, operation detection control data, etc.) and an end code associated with the effect control process timer judgment value. It is configured. Various data used for controlling the effect operation are stored in the RAM 122 mounted on the effect control board 12.

The display control unit 123 mounted on the effect control board 12 determines the control content of the display operation in the image display device 5 based on the display control command from the effect control CPU 120 or the like. For example, the display control unit 123 controls to execute variable display of decorative patterns and various effect displays by determining the switching timing of the effect image to be displayed in the display screen of the image display device 5. As an example, the display control unit 123 may be equipped with a VDP (Video Display Processor), a CGROM (Character Generator ROM), a VRAM (Video RAM), an LCD drive circuit, or the like. The VDP may be a GPU (Graphics Processing Unit), a GCL (Graphics Controller LSI), or a microprocessor for image processing generally called a DSP (Digital Signal Processor). The CGROM may be, for example, a non-rewritable semiconductor memory, a rewritable semiconductor memory such as a flash memory, or a non-volatile recording medium such as a magnetic memory or an optical memory. It may be configured.

The I / O 125 mounted on the effect control board 12 has an input port for taking in the effect control command transmitted from, for example, the main board 11, and an output port for transmitting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 12. Consists of including. For example, from the output port of the I / O 125, a video signal transmitted to the image display device 5, a command (sound effect signal) transmitted to the audio control board 13, and a command transmitted to the lamp control board 14. (Electric signal) etc. are output.

In the pachinko gaming machine 1, a predetermined game is performed using a game ball as a game medium, and a predetermined game value can be given based on the game result. As an example of a game using a gaming ball, a predetermined hitting ball is launched based on a predetermined operation (for example, a rotation operation) of a hitting ball operation handle installed at the lower right of the front surface of the housing of the pachinko gaming machine 1. A game ball as a game medium is launched toward the game area by a launch motor or the like provided in the device. When the game ball flowing down the game area passes (enters) the first start winning opening (first starting area) formed in the normal winning ball device 6A, the game ball is moved by the first starting opening switch 22A shown in FIG. The first start condition is satisfied due to the detection or the like. After that, based on the fact that the first start condition is satisfied, for example, due to the end of the previous special figure game or the jackpot game state, the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A starts. Will be done.

Further, when the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening (second starting area) formed in the normally variable winning ball device 6B, the game ball is detected by the second starting opening switch 22B shown in FIG. Therefore, the second starting condition is satisfied. After that, based on the fact that the second start condition is satisfied, for example, due to the end of the previous special figure game or the jackpot game state, the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B starts. Will be done. However, when the normally variable winning ball device 6B is in the normally open state or the closed state as the second variable state, the game ball is difficult or impossible to pass through the second starting winning opening.

Based on the fact that the game ball that has passed through the passing gate 41 is detected by the gate switch 21 shown in FIG. 2, the normal symbol start condition for executing the variable display of the normal symbol on the normal symbol display 20 is established. After that, the normal symbol game by the normal symbol display 20 is started based on the fact that the normal symbol start condition for starting the variable display of the normal symbol is satisfied, for example, that the previous normal symbol game has ended. In this normal symbol game, when a predetermined time elapses after starting the fluctuation of the normal symbol, the confirmed normal symbol, which is the variable display result of the normal symbol, is stopped and displayed (deriving display). At this time, if a specific normal symbol (design per normal symbol) is stopped and displayed as a confirmed normal symbol, the variable display result of the normal symbol becomes "per normal symbol". On the other hand, if a normal symbol other than the normal symbol is stopped and displayed as a confirmed normal symbol, the variable display result of the normal symbol becomes "normal symbol loss". In response to the fact that the variable display result of the normal symbol is "hit the normal figure", the opening control and the expansion opening control are performed so that the movable wing piece of the electric tulip constituting the normal variable winning ball device 6B is in the tilting position. , Closing control or normal opening control that returns to the vertical position after a predetermined time elapses is performed.

When the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A is started, or when the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B is started, it is special. Whether or not the variable display result of the symbol is to be a "big hit" as a predetermined specific display result is determined (predetermined) before the variable display result is derived and displayed. Then, the fluctuation pattern is determined at a predetermined ratio based on the determination of the variable display result, and the effect control command for designating the variable display result and the fluctuation pattern is the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 shown in FIG. Is transmitted from the effect control board 12 to the effect control board 12.

After the special figure game is started based on the determination of the variable display result and the variation pattern, for example, when a predetermined variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern elapses, a definite special symbol that becomes the variable display result is derived. Is displayed. "Left", "middle", and "right" decorations arranged on the screen of the image display device 5 corresponding to the variable display of the special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. In the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, a variable display of a decorative symbol (effect symbol) different from the special symbol is performed. The decorative symbols that are variably displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right" are also referred to as left symbol, middle symbol, and right symbol, respectively. In the special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and the special symbol game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B, the definite special that becomes the variable display result of the special symbol. When the symbol is derived and displayed, the image display device 5 derives and displays a definite decorative symbol that is a variable display result of the decorative symbol.

When a predetermined jackpot symbol is derived and displayed as a variable display result of the special symbol, the variable display result (special symbol display result) becomes a "big hit" (specific display result), which is an advantageous state for the player (specific game). It is controlled to the jackpot game state as a state). That is, whether or not the variable display game state is controlled corresponds to whether or not the variable display result becomes a "big hit", and is determined (predetermined) before the variable display result is derived and displayed. As a variable display result of the special symbol, when the jackpot symbol is not derived and displayed and the lost symbol is derived and displayed, the variable display result (special symbol display result) becomes "missing" (non-specific display result).

When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed (derived) on the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B and the variable display result is "big hit", it is determined in advance in the display area of the image display device 5. A definite decorative pattern that is a combination of big hits is derived and displayed. As an example, the same decorative symbols are aligned and stopped and displayed on the predetermined effective lines in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right", so that a big hit combination is confirmed. It suffices if the decorative pattern is derived and displayed.

In the big hit game state, the big winning opening is opened and the special variable winning ball device 7 is in the first state which is advantageous for the player. Then, a period until a predetermined opening upper limit time (for example, 29.5 seconds or 0.1 seconds) elapses, or a predetermined number (for example, 9) of game balls enter the large winning opening and a winning ball is generated. Until then, a round game (simply referred to as a "round") in which the big winning opening is continuously opened is executed. During the period other than the execution period of such a round game, the large winning opening is closed, and the winning ball is difficult or impossible to be generated. When a game ball enters the large winning opening, the winning ball is detected by the count switch 23, and a predetermined number (for example, 15) of the game ball is paid out as a prize ball for each detection. The round game in the jackpot game state is repeatedly executed until a predetermined upper limit number of times (for example, "2" or "15") is reached.

When the variable display result is "big hit", it suffices to include the case where the big hit type is either "non-probable change" or "probable change". When the jackpot type is "non-probability" or "probability variation", the special variable winning ball device 7 is set as the first state (the jackpot is open) which is advantageous for the player as a round game in the jackpot game state. A normal open round is performed with a relatively long upper limit (eg, 29.5 seconds). As a round game in the big hit game state, a short-term opening in which the upper limit time for setting the special variable winning ball device 7 in the first state (the big winning opening is open) is relatively short (for example, 0.1 second). A jackpot type (for example, "probability") in which a round is executed may be provided. The jackpot game state in which the normal open round is executed is also referred to as the first specific game state. The jackpot game state in which the short-term open round is executed is also referred to as the second specific game state.

After the jackpot gaming state ends, the probability that the variable display result becomes a "big hit" (big hit probability) is controlled to a probability variation state that is higher than the normal state, based on the condition that the predetermined probability variation control condition is satisfied. There is. In the probabilistic state, a predetermined probabilistic end condition is satisfied, such as the variable display being executed a predetermined number of times (for example, 200 times) or the jackpot gaming state being started before the number of times the variable display is executed reaches the predetermined number of times. It is controlled to continue until it is done. The probability change end condition may be satisfied when the next big hit game state is started, regardless of the number of times the variable display is executed. After the jackpot game state ends, the average variable display time may be controlled to a shorter time state than the normal state. In the time saving state, a predetermined time saving end condition is satisfied, such as the variable display being executed a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) or the jackpot game state being started before the number of times the variable display is executed reaches the predetermined number of times. It is controlled to continue until it is done. As an example, when the jackpot type is "non-probability variation", after the jackpot gaming state ends, the gaming state becomes the reduced working hours state. On the other hand, when the jackpot type is "probability change", the gaming state becomes the probability change state after the jackpot gaming state ends.

In the probabilistic state or the time saving state, the normal variable winning ball device 6B is placed in the first variable state (open state or expanded open state) in an advantageous change mode in which the game ball easily passes (enters) the second starting winning opening than in the normal state. And the second variable state (closed state or normally open state). For example, the normal symbol display 20 controls the fluctuation time of the normal symbol (normal symbol fluctuation time) in the normal symbol game to be shorter than that in the normal state, and the variable display result of the normal symbol in each normal symbol game is "normal". Tilt control time for controlling the tilt of the movable wing piece in the normal variable winning ball device 6B based on the control that improves the probability of "hit the figure" compared to the normal state, and the variable display result is "hit the normal figure". The normal variable winning ball device 6B is changed into the first variable state and the second variable state in an advantageous change mode by the control of making the ball longer than in the normal state and the control of increasing the number of tilts as compared with the normal state. Just do it. It should be noted that any one of these controls may be performed, or a plurality of controls may be combined and performed. As described above, the control for changing the normally variable winning ball device 6B into the first variable state and the second variable state in an advantageous change mode is referred to as high open control (also referred to as “high base control”). By being controlled to such a probable change state or a time saving state, the time required until the next variable display result becomes a "big hit" is shortened, and the special gaming state is more advantageous to the player than the normal state. Even when the probability change control is performed in the probability change state, the high opening control may not be performed.

In the image display device 5, the decorative symbols other than the symbol that becomes the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol among the left symbol, the middle symbol, and the right symbol) are stopped in a state of being consistent with the jackpot combination for a predetermined time. A big hit can occur before the final result is displayed due to shaking, enlargement / reduction or deformation, multiple decorative symbols fluctuating synchronously with the same symbol, or the display positions being swapped. The effect performed in a state where the sex is continued (hereinafter, these states are referred to as a reach state) is referred to as a reach effect. As a reach effect, a character image (an effect image imitating a person or the like) different from the decorative pattern is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, the display mode of the background image is changed, and a moving image different from the decorative pattern is displayed. An effect operation different from changing the variation mode of the decorative pattern, such as reproducing and displaying an image, may be performed. Not only the display operation in the image display device 5, but also the sound output operation by the speakers 8L and 8R, the lighting operation (blinking operation) in the light emitting body such as the game effect lamp 9, and the like are different from the operation mode before the reach mode. The operation mode may be included in the reach effect. The reach state and its state are called the reach mode. Further, the variable display including the reach effect is called the reach variable display. Then, if the display result of the symbol that is variablely displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 is not a big hit combination, a “miss” occurs and the variable display state ends.

As the effect operation in the reach effect, a plurality of types of effect patterns (also referred to as reach patterns) having different operation modes (effect modes) may be prepared in advance. Then, the possibility of becoming a "big hit" (also referred to as reliability or jackpot reliability) differs depending on the production mode in each reach production. That is, the possibility that the variable display result will be a "big hit" can be different depending on which of the plurality of types of reach effects is executed. In this embodiment, as an example, a normal reach effect (normal reach) and a super reach effect (super reach) are preset. Then, when the reach effect in the super reach is executed, the possibility that the variable display result becomes a "big hit" (big hit expectation) is higher than in the case where the reach effect in the normal reach is executed. The reach effect that becomes the super reach may include a plurality of types of reach effects including a super reach that executes a specific reach effect that has a higher expectation of a big hit than other super reach.

During the variable display of the decorative pattern, unlike the variable display effect such as the reach effect, the variable display operation of the decorative pattern such as displaying a predetermined effect image, displaying an image as a message, or outputting a voice is performed. There is a possibility that the variable display state of the decorative pattern will be in the reach state, the reach effect by super reach may be executed, and the variable display result may be a "big hit" due to a different effect operation. A notice effect may be executed to notify the player in advance that there is a nature (expectation of big hit).

The jackpot expectation is, for example, (probability that the effect is executed at the time of a big hit) × (probability that the effect is executed at the time of a big hit) / {(probability that the effect is executed at the time of a big hit) × (probability that the effect is executed at the time of a big hit) + (other than at the time of a big hit). (Probability that the effect is executed) x (Probability of not becoming a big hit)} (When the big hit expectation is "1", the variable display result is always "Big hit". Same for degrees.). The "expectation degree" is not limited to the possibility that the variable display result will be a "big hit" (big hit expectation degree), but the possibility that the variable display state of the decorative pattern will be the reach state and the reach effect by super reach are specified. There is a possibility that the production of CB), the possibility of replay time (RT), etc. may be used.

The effect operation that becomes the notice effect is the variable display mode of the decorative symbol after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started in all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right". Is executed (started) before the reach mode is reached (before the decorative symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R of the "left" and "right"). Further, the advance notice effect for notifying that the variable display result may be a "big hit" may include one executed after the variable display mode of the decorative symbol becomes the reach mode. In this way, the notice effect can be in the big hit game state at a predetermined timing from the start of the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol to the derivation of the confirmed special symbol or the confirmed decorative symbol that is the variable display result. Anything that can foretell the sex will do. A plurality of notice patterns are prepared in advance according to the content (effect mode) of the effect operation when the advance notice effect is executed.

The advance notice effect includes a look-ahead advance notice effect (also referred to as a look-ahead advance notice or a look-ahead effect). In the look-ahead notice effect, the variable display result is displayed according to the effect mode before the variable display that is the target (referred to as the advance notice target or target) for which the possibility that the variable display result becomes a "big hit" is executed. It is a notice production that can give notice of the possibility of becoming a "big hit". In particular, the look-ahead notice effect that continuously gives notice over the variable display of the decorative pattern that is executed a plurality of times in response to a plurality of special figure games is also referred to as a continuous notice effect. In the look-ahead notice effect, before the variable display to be announced is started, the possibility that the variable display result will be a "big hit" is announced based on, for example, the hold memory of the special figure game due to the occurrence of the start prize. The production operation for the purpose is started. In the continuous advance notice effect, the effect operation may be started before the variable display to be notified is started, and then the effect operation may be ended before the variable display to be notified is started. , The effect operation may be ended after the variable display to be notified is started. In contrast to the look-ahead notice effect, the notice effect whose execution is started after the variable display to be notified is started is called a single notice effect (also referred to as a single notice, the change notice, or a variable display advance notice effect). Will be done.

The look-ahead notice effect executed based on the occurrence of the start prize is executed (started) after the start prize occurs, before the player can determine whether or not the notice content by the look-ahead notice effect is realized. Anything is fine. For example, the look-ahead notice effect that announces that a certain start prize may occur may result in a reach state, rather than at least the variable display state of the decorative symbol based on the occurrence of the start prize becomes the reach state (or non-reach state). Anything that is executed (started) before may be used. In addition, the look-ahead notice effect that announces that the variable display result may become a "big hit" due to the occurrence of a certain start prize is at least more than the fixed decorative symbol is stopped and displayed in the variable display based on the occurrence of the start prize. Anything that is executed (started) before may be used.

In this embodiment, as an example of the first look-ahead notice, a countdown notice (a look-ahead notice effect of "countdown") is set to be executable. In the countdown notice, a countdown image for continuous production showing numbers is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 for each execution of the variable display over a plurality of variable displays up to the variable display to be notified. At the same time, by reducing the number shown in the countdown image, it is a production that announces the possibility of becoming a "big hit" in the variable display that is the object of advance notice. More specifically, when the variable display three times before the variable display to be notified is started, a countdown image indicating "3" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, and the variable to be notified is displayed. When the variable display two before the display is started, the countdown image indicating "2" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, and the variable display immediately before the variable display to be notified is started. At that time, a countdown image indicating "1" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, and a countdown indicating "0" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 when the variable display to be notified is started. Display the image. In this way, the variable display to be the notice target may be specified by reducing the number indicated by the countdown image displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 toward the notice target.

In this embodiment, the countdown notice may be executed to the end, or the countdown notice may be terminated in the middle. When the countdown notice is executed to the end, the countdown image of "0" is displayed as described above. The pattern that displays up to the countdown image of "0" in this way is called a "countdown continuation pattern" as the first look-ahead first pattern that executes the effect until the end in the countdown notice. It should be noted that the pattern in which the production is executed to the end is also simply referred to as a "continuation pattern". Further, when the countdown notice is terminated in the middle, for example, the countdown image of "2" is displayed. The pattern for displaying up to the countdown image of "2" in this way is called a "countdown stop pattern" as the first look-ahead second pattern in which the production ends in the middle of the countdown notice. The pattern in which the production ends in the middle is also simply referred to as a "stop pattern". If the countdown notice ends in the middle, the countdown image of "3" or "1" may be displayed. The production in which the countdown is started in this way but ends in the middle is also called the countdown gasse production. Then, when the countdown notice is executed to the end (when the countdown image of "0" is displayed), when the countdown notice is terminated in the middle (when only the countdown image of "2" is displayed). In comparison, it is sufficient to be able to foretell that the variable display result is likely to be a "big hit".

The content of the countdown notice is not limited to the possibility that the variable display result will be a "big hit", for example, the variable display mode may be a specific mode (for example, a reach effect of super reach). May be good. Further, the display timing of the countdown image is not limited to when the variable display is started, and may be when the variable display ends. For example, when the variable display four times before the variable display to be notified is completed (when the fixed decorative pattern is derived and displayed), a countdown image indicating "3" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. When the variable display three times before the variable display to be notified is completed, a countdown image indicating "2" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, and the variable display two before the variable display to be notified is displayed. When the variable display ends, a countdown image indicating "1" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, and when the variable display immediately before the variable display to be notified ends, the image display device 5 A countdown image indicating "0" may be displayed on the screen of.

Further, in this embodiment, as an example of the second look-ahead notice, the chance eye notice (pre-reading notice effect of the "chance eye") is set to be feasible. The chance eye notice is for continuous production predetermined in the image display device 5 as a definite decorative pattern for each execution of the variable display over a plurality of variable displays until the variable display to be notified is executed. By stopping and displaying (deriving) the decorative symbols that make up the chance eye (for example, a combination of even-numbered numbers or a combination of odd-numbered numbers that does not reach or make a big hit), it becomes a target for advance notice. It is a production that foretells the possibility of becoming a "big hit" in the variable display. It should be noted that one production in which the decorative design constituting the chance eye is stopped and displayed is also referred to as a specific production. More specifically, when the variable display three times before the variable display to be notified is completed, the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye is stopped and displayed as the final decorative symbol, and the variable display 2 to be the notice target. When the previous variable display ends, the decorative symbol that constitutes the chance eye is stopped and displayed as the final decorative symbol, and when the previous variable display of the variable display to be notified ends, the final decorative symbol As a result, the decorative design that constitutes the chance eye is stopped and displayed. In this case, it means that the specific effect was executed three times in the chance eye notice. In this way, over a plurality of variable displays until the variable display to be notified is executed, a specific effect of stopping and displaying the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye is executed each time the variable display is executed.

In this embodiment, the chance-eye notice may be executed to the end, or the chance-eye notice may be terminated in the middle. When the chance eye notice is executed to the end, as described above, from the variable display three before the variable display to be noticed to the variable display one before, the decoration constituting the chance eye is used as a definite decoration pattern. The design is stopped and displayed (specific effect is performed 3 times). In addition, in the variable display two before and the variable display one before the variable display to be notified, the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye is stopped and displayed as the final decorative symbol (specific effect is performed twice). In this way, the pattern that stops and displays the decorative symbols that make up the chance eye up to the variable display immediately before the variable display that is the target of the notice is as the second look-ahead first pattern that executes the effect to the end in the chance eye notice. It is called "chance eye continuation pattern". It should be noted that the pattern in which the production is executed to the end is also simply referred to as a "continuation pattern". In addition, when the chance eye notice is terminated in the middle, for example, in the variable display three before and the variable display two before the variable display to be noticed, the decoration constituting the chance eye is used as a definite decorative pattern. The symbol is stopped and displayed. In this way, the pattern that stops and displays the decorative symbol that constitutes the chance eye as the final decorative symbol up to the variable display two before the variable display that is the target of the notice is the second look-ahead that ends the production in the middle of the chance eye notice. The second pattern is called the "chance stop pattern". The pattern in which the production ends in the middle is also simply referred to as a "stop pattern".

If the chance eye notice ends in the middle of the production, the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye may be stopped and displayed as the final decorative symbol only in the variable display three before the variable display to be notified. (Specific effect once) In only the variable display two before the variable display to be notified, the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye may be stopped and displayed as the final decorative symbol (specific effect once). .. The production in which the display of the chance eye is started but ends in the middle is also called the chance eye disappointment production. Then, when the chance eye notice is executed to the end (when the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye is stopped and displayed up to the variable display immediately before the variable display to be notified), the chance eye notice is terminated in the middle. Compared to the case (when the decorative symbol that constitutes the chance eye is stopped and displayed up to the variable display two before the variable display that is the target of the notice), the variable display result is more likely to be a "big hit". I just need to give a notice. The content announced by the chance eye notice is not limited to the possibility that the variable display result will be a "big hit", for example, the variable display mode may be a specific mode (for example, a reach effect of super reach). You may.

The chance-eye notice is executed by any one of a plurality of types such as chance-eye A and chance-eye B. As an example, in the chance eye A, the decorative symbols stopped and displayed in the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the image display device 5 are all white decorations. It is an aspect composed of a symbol. Further, in the chance eye B, the decorative symbols stopped and displayed in the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R on the image display device 5 are all intermediate-painted decorative symbols. It is an aspect composed of. In this embodiment, as will be described later, the decorative symbols (even decorative symbols) of "2", "4", "6" and "8" are white symbols, and these symbols give a chance. A is composed. Further, as will be described later, the decorative symbols (odd decorative symbols) of "1", "3", "5" and "7" are intermediate-painted symbols, and the chance eye B is composed of these symbols. NS. Depending on the mode of such a chance eye notice, the possibility of becoming a "big hit" in the variable display subject to the notice differs. For example, when the chance eye notice is executed by the chance eye B, there is a higher possibility that the variable display subject to the notice will be a "big hit" as compared with the case where the chance eye notice is executed by the chance eye A. ing. It should be noted that the possibility that the reach effect of the super reach is executed in the variable display to be the notice may be different depending on the mode of the chance eye notice.

In this embodiment, the chance eye notice is set to be feasible even after the countdown notice ends in the middle of the production. The notice target of the chance eye notice executed after the countdown notice ended in the middle may be the same as the notice target of the countdown notice. For example, when the variable display three before the variable display to be notified is started, a countdown image indicating "3" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, and the two variable displays to be notified are displayed. When the previous variable display is started, a countdown image indicating "2" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, and after the countdown notice is completed, the variable display two before the variable display to be notified is changed. In the display (variable display in which the countdown notice has ended) and the previous variable display, the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye may be stopped and displayed as the final decorative symbol. In this case, the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye may be stopped and displayed as the final decorative symbol only in the variable display two before the variable display to be notified. In this embodiment, the chance eye notice executed after the countdown notice ends in the middle of the production is higher than the chance eye B having a high expectation (in this embodiment, the variable display result may be a "big hit"). However, it is easier to execute due to the chance eye A, which has a low degree of expectation.

In addition, the notice target of the chance eye notice may be different from the notice target of the countdown notice. For example, a start prize may be generated while the countdown gasse effect is being executed, and a chance eye notice may be executed by targeting the hold memory due to the start prize. In this case, the chance eye notice by the chance eye A with a low expectation may be easily executed. Also, in such a case, in order to prevent the countdown notice from being recognized as a ghost, the look-ahead notice started during the execution of the countdown notice does not specify the target, such as a chance eye notice. It is desirable that the production is based on a possible production mode.

In this embodiment, the countdown notice is more difficult to be executed to the end than the chance eye notice, and when the countdown notice is executed to the end, a big hit expectation is made than when the chance eye notice is executed to the end. The degree is set to be high. That is, the ratio at which the countdown notice is executed by the countdown continuation pattern among the countdown continuation pattern and the countdown stop pattern is that the chance eye notice is executed by the chance eye continuation pattern among the chance eye continuation pattern and the chance eye cancellation pattern. It is set to be lower than the ratio. Then, when the countdown notice of the countdown continuation pattern is executed, the possibility that the variable display result becomes "big hit" (big hit expectation) is higher than when the chance eye notice of the chance eye continuation pattern is executed. Is set to.

Further, in this embodiment, as an example of the look-ahead notice effect, the hold display change effect (pre-reading notice effect of "hold display change") is set to be executable. The hold display change effect changes the display part of the first hold display in the first hold display unit 5HR and the display part of the second hold display in the second hold display unit 5HL to a display mode different from the display mode in the normal time. By doing so, it is a production that announces the possibility of becoming a "big hit" in the variable display that is the object of the announcement. More specifically, the display color in the display portion that displays the number of reserved special figures in a identifiable manner is a specific color (for example, red, green, or blue) different from the predetermined color (for example, white) in normal times. By doing so, it suffices to be able to notify that the variable display result is more likely to be a "big hit" than usual. In addition, by setting the display pattern in the first hold display or the second hold display to a specific pattern (for example, Sakura pattern) different from the normal time, there is a higher possibility that the variable display result will be a "big hit". May be able to be notified. Alternatively, by setting the display mode to show a predetermined message (for example, "secret") as the first hold display or the second hold display, it is notified that the display color is more likely to change to a specific color (for example). Suggestion) You may be able to do it. A hold display that suggests that such a display mode is likely to change to a specific mode is also referred to as a suggestion hold display.

When the hold display change effect is executed, the display mode of the hold display may or may not change. Among the hold display change effects, the effect of changing the display mode of the hold display is also referred to as a hold display change success effect. Among the hold display change effects, the effect in which the display mode of the hold display does not change is also referred to as a hold display change failure effect. In addition, the hold display change effect includes a hold display change common effect. When the hold display change effect is executed, first, the hold display change common effect that is commonly executed when the display mode of the hold display is changed and when the display mode of the hold display is not changed is executed. The hold display change common effect includes, for example, an effect effect in which an effect image showing a predetermined character is displayed in the display area of the image display device 5 and has an effect on the hold display corresponding to the variable display to be notified. Just do it. In the action effect in the hold display change common effect, the display mode of the hold display is changed by affecting either the first hold display in the first hold display unit 5HR or the second hold display in the second hold display unit 5HL. Any display effect that suggests that it may change may be sufficient. Along with such display effects, a predetermined sound effect may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R, or a part or all of a light emitting body such as a game effect lamp 9 or a decorative LED may be lit in a predetermined lighting mode. The movable member of the above may be operated in a predetermined operation mode.

When the hold display change success effect is executed after the hold display change common effect is executed, the display mode of the hold display exerted by the action effect is changed. As described above, the effect of changing the display mode of the hold display on which the action is exerted after the action effect in the hold display change common effect is executed is also referred to as the hold change effect as the first success effect. On the other hand, when the hold display change failure effect is executed after the hold display change common effect is executed, the display mode of the hold display exerted by the action effect is not changed. As described above, the effect in which the effect effect in the hold display change common effect is executed but the display mode of the hold display on which the effect is exerted does not change is also referred to as a hold change effect as the first failure effect.

In this embodiment, as an example of the independent notice effect, the active display change effect (notice effect of "active display change") is set to be executable. The active display change effect changes the display of the effect image on the active display unit AHA to a display mode different from the normal display mode, so that there is a possibility of becoming a "big hit" in the variable display in which the start condition is satisfied. It is a production that gives a notice. More specifically, by setting the display color on the active display unit AHA to a specific color (for example, red, green, or blue) different from the predetermined color (for example, white) in the normal state, the variable display result can be obtained. It suffices to be able to notify that the possibility of becoming a "big hit" is higher than usual. In addition, by making the icon displayed on the active display unit AHA a specific icon different from the round solid color in the normal time, for example, a message such as "?", "Chance", "extreme heat" is notified. It suffices to suggest the possibility that the variable display result will be a "big hit".

When the active display change effect is executed, the display mode such as the display color and the icon of the active display in the active display unit AHA may or may not change. Among the active display change effects, an effect in which the display mode of the active display changes is also referred to as an active display change success effect. Among the active display change effects, an effect in which the display mode of the active display does not change is also referred to as an active display change failure effect. In addition, the active display change effect includes an active display change common effect. When the active display change effect is executed, first, the active display change common effect that is commonly executed when the display mode of the active display is changed and when the display mode of the active display is not changed is executed. Similar to the hold display change common effect, the active display change common effect includes, for example, an effect effect in which an effect image showing a predetermined character is displayed in the display area of the image display device 5 and has an effect on the active display. Just do it. The action effect in the active display change common effect may be any display effect that suggests that the display mode of the active display may change by acting on the active display in the active display unit AHA. Along with such display effects, a predetermined sound effect may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R, or a part or all of a light emitting body such as a game effect lamp 9 or a decorative LED may be lit in a predetermined lighting mode. The movable member of the above may be operated in a predetermined operation mode.

When the active display change success effect is executed after the active display change common effect is executed, the display mode of the active display exerted by the action effect is changed. As described above, the effect of changing the display mode of the active display on which the action is applied after the action effect in the active display change common effect is executed is also referred to as an active change effect as the second success effect. On the other hand, when the active display change failure effect is executed after the active display change common effect is executed, the display mode of the active display exerted by the action effect is not changed. As described above, the effect in which the action effect in the active display change common effect is executed but the display mode of the active display on which the action is exerted does not change is also referred to as an active change effect as the second failure effect.

The effect of changing the display color of the hold display or the display color of the active display is also called a display color change effect. The effect of changing the display mode of the hold display to a display mode indicating a predetermined message (for example, "secret") is also referred to as a special display change effect. The effect of changing the icon displayed on the active display unit AHA to a specific icon different from the normal round solid color is also referred to as an icon display change effect.

Further, in this embodiment, a special effect is set to be feasible as an example of a single notice effect. As an example, the special effect displays a special image on the image display device 5 along with the execution of a specific effect such as the stop display of the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye in the chance eye notice, and in the next variable display that is not the target of the notice. Also continues to display special images. Then, in the next variable display that is not the target of the notice, the special image is switched (changed) to the notice image related to the variable display and displayed. For the special effect, after the special image is displayed on the image display device 5, the special image is continuously displayed until the next variable display which is the target of the notice, and the special image is displayed in the variable display of the target of the notice (variable display of the target). It may be included that the image is switched to and displayed as a notice image related to the variable display of the notice target.

The notice image related to the variable display is, for example, an image suggesting that a specific effect in which the decorative pattern constituting the chance eye is stopped and displayed is executed in the variable display (an image suggesting that the second look-ahead notice continues). And so on. The preview image may include an image suggesting that the reach state is reached, an image suggesting that the variable display result is a "big hit", and the like.

A plurality of modes may be set for the special image displayed in the special effect. Then, depending on the mode of the special image, the possibility that the variable display result of the advance notice target becomes a "big hit", that is, the possibility of being controlled to the big hit gaming state may be notified. In this embodiment, aspects A and B are set as aspects of the special image. Then, when the special image of the aspect B is displayed, it is notified that the possibility of being controlled to the big hit gaming state is higher than that of the case where the special image of the aspect A is displayed.

When the lost symbol is stopped and displayed (derived) on the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B and the variable display result is "missing", the variable display mode is "non-reach" ("normal"). The case where the variable display mode is "reach" (also referred to as "reach loss") is included. When the variable display mode is "non-reach", the variable display state of the decorative symbol does not become the reach state after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started, and the combination of predetermined decorative symbols that does not become reach (non-reach). Reach combination) is displayed (derived) as a stop. When the variable display mode is "reach", the reach effect is executed after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started and then the variable display state of the decorative symbol is in the reach state, and finally the jackpot combination is. A combination of predetermined decorative symbols (reach combination) that does not become is stopped and displayed (derived). The decorative symbols constituting the non-reach combination and the reach combination may be included in the non-specific display result together with the special symbol which is the lost symbol.

Next, the operation (action) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this embodiment will be described.

On the main board 11, when the power supply from the predetermined power supply board is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is started, and the CPU 103 executes a predetermined process which is the game control main process. When the game control main process is started, the CPU 103 sets the interrupt disabled and then performs the necessary initial settings. In this initial setting, for example, RAM 101 is cleared. In addition, the register of the CTC (counter / timer circuit) built in the game control microcomputer 100 is set. As a result, after that, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 every predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute the timer interrupt process. When the initial setting is completed, interrupt processing is permitted and then loop processing is started. In the game control main process, the process for returning the internal state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 to the state at the time of the previous power supply stop may be executed, and then the loop process may be started.

When the CPU 103 that has executed such a game control main process receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives an interrupt request, it sets the interrupt disabled state and executes a predetermined game control timer interrupt process. The game control timer interrupt processing includes, for example, switch processing, main side error processing, information output processing, game random number update processing, special symbol process processing, ordinary symbol process processing, command control processing, and other games in the pachinko gaming machine 1. It includes processing to control the progress of.

The switch process is a process of determining the state of detection signals input from various switches such as the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, the second start port switch 22B, and the count switch 23 via the switch circuit 110. The error processing on the main side is a processing in which an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed, and a warning can be generated if necessary according to the diagnosis result. The information output process is a process of outputting data such as jackpot information, start information, and probability fluctuation information supplied to a hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example. The game random number update process is a process for updating at least a part of a plurality of types of game random numbers used on the main board 11 side by software.

As an example, the random numbers for games used on the side of the main board 11 include a random number value MR1 for determining a special figure display result, a random number value MR2 for determining a jackpot type, and a random number value MR3 for determining a fluctuation pattern. It suffices if the random number value MR5 for determining the figure display result is included. The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is a random number value used for determining whether or not to control the variable display result such as a special symbol in the special figure game as a “big hit” to the big hit game state. The random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type is used to determine the jackpot type to be one of a plurality of types such as "non-probability variation" or "probability variation" when the variable display result is "big hit". It is a random value. The random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is a random number value used to determine the variation pattern in the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol to any of a plurality of prepared patterns. The random number value MR5 for determining the normal figure display result is in a closed state (normally open) of the second start winning opening formed in the normal variable winning ball device 6B with the variable display result of the normal symbol in the normal figure game as "per normal figure". It is a random number value used for determining whether or not to control the open state (expanded open state) in which the game ball easily passes (enters) more frequently than the state).

In the special symbol process process included in the game control timer interrupt process, the value of the special symbol process flag provided in the RAM 102 is updated according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and is displayed on the special symbol display device 4. Various processes are selected and executed in order to control the operation and set the opening / closing operation of the large winning opening in the special variable winning ball device 7 according to a predetermined procedure. The normal symbol process processing controls the display operation (for example, turning on and off of the segment LED) in the normal symbol display 20, variable display of the normal symbol, tilting operation setting of the movable wing piece in the normal variable winning ball device 6B, and the like. It is a process that enables. In the normal symbol process processing, as high-opening control accompanying the time reduction control, the normal symbol display 20 controls the fluctuation time of the normal symbol (normal symbol fluctuation time) in the normal symbol game to be shorter than that in the normal state, and each time. Control to improve the probability that the variable display result of the normal symbol will be "per normal" in the normal game, and the normal variable winning ball device based on the variable display result being "per normal". A part or all of control is performed in which the tilt control time for controlling the tilt of the movable wing piece in 6B is made longer than in the normal state, and the number of tilts is increased as in the normal state.

The command control process is a process of transmitting a control command from the main board 11 to a control board on the sub side such as the effect control board 12. As an example, in the command control process, the effect control board 12 among the output ports included in the I / O 105 corresponds to the setting in the command transmission table specified by the value of the transmission command buffer provided in the RAM 102. After setting the control data in the output port for transmitting the effect control command, set the predetermined control data in the output port of the effect control INT signal to turn the effect control INT signal on and then off for a predetermined time. By doing so, it is possible to transmit the effect control command based on the setting in the command transmission table. After executing the command control process, the interrupt enable state is set, and then the game control timer interrupt process is terminated.

FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing an example of special symbol process processing. In this special symbol process process, the CPU 103 first executes a start winning determination process (step S101). After executing the start winning determination process, the CPU 103 selects one of the processes of steps S110 to S117 according to the value of the special figure process flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 (game control flag setting unit, etc.). And execute.

FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S101 of FIG. 3 as the start winning determination process. When the start winning determination process shown in FIG. 4 is started, the CPU 103 first starts based on the detection signal from the first starting opening switch 22A provided corresponding to the first starting winning opening formed by the normal winning ball device 6A. It is determined whether or not the first start port switch 22A is ON (step S201). At this time, if the first start port switch 22A is on (step S201; Yes), the first special figure reserved storage number, which is the reserved storage number of the special figure game using the first special figure, is a predetermined upper limit value. (For example, "4") is determined (step S202). At this time, the CPU 103 holds the first special figure by reading the first hold storage count value, which is the storage value of the first hold storage counter provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 (game control counter setting unit, etc.). It suffices if the number of memories can be specified. When the first special figure reserved storage number is not the upper limit value in step S202 (step S202; No), the start port which is the stored value of the start port buffer provided in the predetermined area (game control buffer setting unit or the like) of the RAM 102. The buffer value is set to "1" (step S203).

When the first start port switch 22A is off in step S201 (step S201; No), or when the first special figure reserved storage number reaches the upper limit value in step S202 (step S202; Yes), it is normal. Based on the detection signal from the second starting port switch 22B provided corresponding to the second starting winning opening formed by the variable winning ball device 6B, it is determined whether or not the second starting opening switch 22B is on (). Step S204). At this time, if the second start port switch 22B is on (step S204; Yes), the second special figure hold storage number, which is the hold storage number of the special figure game using the second special figure, is a predetermined upper limit value. (For example, "4") is determined (step S205). At this time, the CPU 103 holds the second special figure by reading the second hold storage count value, which is the storage value of the second hold storage counter provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 (game control counter setting unit, etc.). It suffices if the number of memories can be specified. When the second special figure reserved storage number is not the upper limit value in step S205 (step S205; No), the start port buffer value is set to "2" (step S206). If the second start port switch 22B is not turned on (step S204; No) or the second special figure reserved storage number is the upper limit value (step S205; Yes), the start winning determination process is terminated.

After executing any of the processes of steps S203 and S206, the hold storage count value corresponding to the start port buffer value is updated to be added by 1 (step S207). For example, when the start port buffer value is "1", the first hold storage count value is added by 1, while when the start port buffer value is "2", the second hold storage count value is added by 1. In this way, the first reserved memory count value is set to 1 when the game ball passes (enters) the first start winning opening and the first start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure is satisfied. Updated to increase (increment). Further, the second reserved memory count value is set to 1 when the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening and the second start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure is satisfied. Updated to increase (increment). In this way, when the first start condition is satisfied, the first special figure reserved storage number is updated to increase by 1, and when the second start condition is satisfied, the second special figure reserved storage number is updated to increase by 1. .. At this time, the total hold storage count value, which is the storage value of the total hold storage counter provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 (game control counter setting unit, etc.), is updated to be added by 1 (step S208).

After executing the process of step S208, the CPU 103 extracts a predetermined game random number corresponding to the occurrence of the start winning prize (step S209). As an example, in the process of step S209, the random number for determining the special figure display result is disturbed from the numerical data updated by the random number counter or the like provided in the predetermined area (game control counter setting unit or the like) of the random number circuit 104 or the RAM 102. Numerical data indicating the numerical value MR1, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern are extracted. Numerical data indicating each random value extracted in this way is stored as hold data by being set at the beginning of an empty entry in the special figure hold storage unit corresponding to the start port buffer value (step S210).

In the process of step S210, for example, when the start port buffer value is "1", the hold data is set in the first special figure hold storage unit, while when the start port buffer value is "2", the hold data is held. The data is set in the second special figure reservation storage unit. In the first special figure holding storage unit, the game ball passes (enters) the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball device 6A, and the first starting winning is generated, but the special drawing game that has not been started yet ( The special figure game) using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A is stored as a hold memory. In the second special figure holding storage unit, the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball device 6B, and the second starting winning is generated, but the special drawing game has not been started yet. (Special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B) is stored as a hold memory.

The first special figure reservation storage unit associates the winning order (the order of detecting the game ball) with the holding number with, for example, the winning order to the first starting winning opening, and is based on the establishment of the first starting condition by the passage (entry) of the game ball. The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern, etc. extracted from the random number circuit 104 by the CPU 103 are stored as reserved data. Store until the number reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, "4"). The hold data stored in the first special figure hold storage unit in this way indicates that the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is held, and the variable display result (special figure display result) in this special figure game. ), Whether or not it is decided to control to the big hit game state, which of the multiple types is the big hit type when the variable display result is "big hit", and the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is a specific mode (for example). It is a hold storage information that makes it possible to determine whether or not it will be a reach effect of super reach.

The second special figure reservation storage unit associates the winning order (the order of detecting the game ball) with the holding number with, for example, the winning order to the second starting winning opening, and is based on the establishment of the second starting condition by the passage (entry) of the game ball. The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern, which are extracted from the random number circuit 104 by the CPU 103, are stored as reserved data. Store until the number reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, "4"). The hold data stored in the second special figure hold storage unit in this way indicates that the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is held, and the variable display result (special figure display result) in this special figure game. ), Whether or not it is decided to control to the big hit game state, which of the multiple types is the big hit type when the variable display result is "big hit", and the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is a specific mode (for example). It is a hold storage information that makes it possible to determine whether or not it will be a reach effect of super reach.

Following the process of step S210, a setting for transmitting a start opening winning designation command prepared in advance to the effect control board 12 is made (step S211). Subsequently, the random number value determination process at the time of winning is executed (step S212). After that, the setting for transmitting the hold storage number notification command prepared in advance to the effect control board 12 is made (step S213). Further, it is determined whether the start port buffer value is "1" or "2" (step S214). At this time, if the start port buffer value is "2" (step S214; "2"), the start port buffer is cleared, the stored value is initialized to "0" (step S215), and then the start prize is won. The judgment process is terminated. On the other hand, when the start port buffer value is "1" (step S214; "1"), the start port buffer is cleared and the stored value is initialized to "0" (step S216). The process proceeds to step S204. As a result, even when both the first start port switch 22A and the second start port switch 22B detect a valid start prize for the game ball at the same time, the process based on the detection of both valid start prizes can be surely completed.

FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S212 of FIG. 4 as the winning random number value determination process. In this embodiment, when the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is started, the special symbol display result is set as a "big hit" in the special symbol normal processing (step S110, FIG. 8 in FIG. 3) described later, and the jackpot game state. It is decided whether or not to control it, and the fluctuation pattern is decided. On the other hand, apart from these determinations, the CPU 103 performs the winning random value determination process in step S212 at the starting winning timing when the game ball is detected at the starting winning opening (first starting winning opening or second starting winning opening). By executing this, it is determined whether or not the random value MR1 is determined to derive the jackpot symbol as a special symbol display result, and the random value MR3 is determined as a variable pattern that sets the variable display state of the decorative symbol to the reach state. Judgment as to whether or not it is. As a result, whether or not the special symbol display result becomes a "big hit" and the decoration before the variable display of the special symbol or decorative symbol based on the detection of the game ball that has passed (entered) the starting winning opening is started. Whether or not the reach state is reached during the variable display of the symbol is predicted, and based on this prediction result, whether or not the effect control CPU 120 or the like executes the advance notice effect as the look-ahead effect on the effect control board 12 side. Can be determined.

In the winning random number value determination process shown in FIG. 5, the CPU 103 first confirms the state of the time saving flag and the probability change flag provided in a predetermined area (game control flag setting unit, etc.) of the RAM 102, for example, to play pachinko games. The current gaming state in the machine 1 is specified (step S401). More specifically, when the probability change flag is on, the gaming state is the probability change state, when the probability change flag is off and the time reduction flag is on, the game state is the time reduction state, and both the probability change flag and the time reduction flag are When it is off, it suffices to specify that it is in the normal state. Further, by checking the value of the special figure process flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 (game control flag control unit, etc.), it is possible to determine whether or not the current gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the jackpot gaming state. I just need to be able to identify it.

The CPU 103 determines whether or not the gaming state thus specified is in the jackpot gaming state (step S402). At this time, if it is determined that the jackpot is not in progress, it is further determined whether or not the high base is in the high open control associated with the time reduction control in the probability change state or the time reduction state (step S403). When it is determined in step S402 that the jackpot is in progress (step S402; Yes), or when it is determined in step S403 that the base is high (step S403; Yes), the starting port buffer value is "2". It is determined whether or not it is (step S404).

When it is determined in step S403 that the base is not high (step S403; No), or when it is determined in step S404 that the start port buffer value is "2" (step S404; Yes), FIG. 4 Various variable display contents are determined by using the random number values extracted in the process of step S209 shown in (step S405). In this embodiment, the variable display contents to be determined at the time of starting winning include "big hit", "super reach confirmation at the time of loss", "reach confirmation at the time of loss", "general at the time of loss", and "non-reach confirmation at the time of loss". be. In step S405, whether or not it is a "big hit", whether or not it is "super reach confirmation at the time of loss", whether or not it is "determination of reach at the time of loss", and whether or not it is "general at the time of loss". It is determined whether or not it is "non-reach confirmed at the time of loss".

The CPU 103 sets a jackpot determination range in order to determine whether or not the variable display content is a "big hit". For example, from the specific display result determination table prepared in advance by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101, data used for determining the special figure display result corresponding to the current gaming state (table data for determining the special figure display result). ) Is selected. In the table data for determining the special figure display result, the range of the determined value to which the special figure display result is assigned to the "big hit" may be set as the big hit determination range. This jackpot determination range is compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result extracted in the process of step S209. At this time, if the random number value MR1 is within the range of the big hit determination range, the variable display content is determined to be "big hit".

If it is determined that the variable display content is not "big hit" in response to the random value MR1 outside the range of the big hit judgment range, the super reach confirmation range, reach confirmation range, and non-reach confirmation at the time of loss are confirmed. Set the range. The super reach confirmation range, reach confirmation range, and non-reach confirmation range at the time of loss are fluctuation patterns with reach effect including super reach or normal reach, or variation patterns without reach effect, regardless of the number of special figure reserved memories. The range of the random number value (random value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern) that can be determined in advance may be predetermined.

When the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is started, it is prepared in advance by using the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern and the variation pattern determination table prepared in advance by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101. The fluctuation pattern used in this variable display is determined from the plurality of fluctuation patterns. In the variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is assigned to any of a plurality of variation patterns. The CPU 103 determines a variation pattern to which a determination value matching the random number value MR3 is assigned as the variation pattern used in the present variable display. For example, in the variation pattern determination table used at the time of loss when the variable display result is "loss", the assignment of the determination value to a plurality of variation patterns is the first special feature as shown in FIGS. 11 (B1) and 11 (B2). It differs depending on the number of reserved storages in the figure and the number of reserved storages in the second special figure. However, some of the determined values are assigned to the same (or the same type) fluctuation pattern regardless of the number of first special figure reserved storage and the second special figure reserved storage number. In the table data constituting such a fluctuation pattern determination table, among the determination values assigned to the fluctuation pattern with superreach, the range of the determination values assigned to the fluctuation pattern with superreach regardless of the number of reserved special figures. However, it suffices if it is predetermined as a super reach determination range. In the table data constituting the variation pattern determination table, among the determination values assigned to the variation pattern with reach effect including normal reach, the determination assigned to the variation pattern with reach effect regardless of the number of reserved special figures. The range of values may be predetermined as the reach determination range. Further, in the table data constituting the variation pattern determination table, among the determination values assigned to the variation patterns without reach effect, the determination assigned to the variation pattern without reach effect regardless of the number of reserved special figures. The range of values may be predetermined as a non-reach fixed range.

FIG. 6 shows an example of determining a fluctuation pattern at the time of loss when the variable display result is “loss”. When the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state without time reduction control, a variation pattern determination table in which determination values as shown in FIG. 11B1 are assigned to variation patterns is used. In this case, if the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of "295" to "300", it is determined that the fluctuation pattern with superreach is determined regardless of the number of reserved memory of the first special figure. .. On the other hand, if the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of "271" to "294", it is uncertain whether or not superreach is accompanied according to the number of reserved memory of the first special figure. , It is confirmed that the fluctuation pattern accompanied by the reach effect including the normal reach is determined at least regardless of the number of reserved memories of the first special figure. Further, if the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of "1" to "240", it is determined that the fluctuation pattern is determined without the reach effect regardless of the number of reserved storages in the first special figure. ..

Further, during the time reduction in which the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a probabilistic state with time reduction control or a time reduction state, a variation pattern determination table in which determination values as shown in FIG. 11 (B2) are assigned to variation patterns is used. Be done. In this case, if the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of "295" to "300", it is determined that the fluctuation pattern with super reach is determined regardless of the number of reserved storages in the second special figure. .. On the other hand, if the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of "289" to "294", it is determined that the fluctuation pattern with normal reach is determined regardless of the number of reserved storages in the second special figure. .. Further, if the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of "1" to "270", it is determined that the fluctuation pattern is determined without the reach effect regardless of the number of reserved storages in the second special figure. ..

The number of special figure reservations (first special figure reservations, second special figure reservations) when the start winning is generated does not match the number of special figure reservations when the variable display is actually started. Not limited to this, it may change due to the execution of variable display or the occurrence of a new start prize after the start prize has occurred. Therefore, the table data selected due to the difference in the number of reserved special figures may not match between the judgment result at the start winning and the determination of the fluctuation pattern at the start of the variable display. It is generally difficult to determine and predict whether or not it will be decided. On the other hand, in the variation pattern determination table in this embodiment, when the variable display result is "missing", at least a variation pattern with super reach, a variation pattern with reach effect including normal reach, or a variation pattern without reach effect. The decision value assigned to contains a common decision value regardless of the number of reserved special figures. Therefore, regardless of whether or not it is confirmed that the fluctuation pattern accompanied by super reach is determined regardless of the number of special figure reserved memories at the start winning prize or the start of variable display in the pachinko gaming machine 1, whether or not it is confirmed that the fluctuation pattern is accompanied by super reach, and the reach effect including normal reach. It is possible to determine whether or not it is confirmed that the fluctuation pattern is determined with the above, and whether or not it is confirmed that the variation pattern is determined without the reach effect.

If the variable display result is "missing" in the normal time when the time reduction control is not performed, and the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of "295" to "300", the variable display content Is determined to be "super reach confirmed at the time of loss", and if the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of "271" to "294", the variable display content is "reach confirmed at the time of loss". If the random value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of "1" to "240", it is determined that the variable display content is "non-reach confirmed at the time of loss". If the variable display result is "missing" during the time reduction control, if the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of "295" to "300", the variable display content Is determined to be "super reach confirmed at the time of loss", and if the random number knowledge MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of "289" to "294", the variable display content is "reach confirmed at the time of loss". If the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of "1" to "270", it is determined that the variable display content is "non-reach confirmed at the time of loss".

When it is determined in step S404 shown in FIG. 5 that the starting port buffer value is "1" instead of "2" (step S404; No), a setting for limiting the winning determination in the process of step S405 is set. (Step S406). In this way, when the high opening control accompanying the time saving control is performed, or when the big hit game state is performed, the starting prize (first starting prize) is generated by the game ball passing (entering) the first starting winning opening. Limit the variable display content so that it is not judged. As a result, when the special figure game using the second special figure is executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure, the first start is performed during the high opening control or in the big hit game state. It is possible to ensure the soundness of the game by restricting the pre-reading notice based on the winning from being executed.

After that, the notification content at the time of starting winning is set according to the determination result by the process of step S405 and the setting by the process of step S406 (step S407). According to the content of the notification, the setting for transmitting the winning determination result command prepared in advance to the effect control board 12 is made (step S408), and then the winning random value determination process is terminated.

FIG. 7 shows a start opening winning designation command (first starting opening winning designation command and a second starting opening winning designation command), a hold storage number notification command (first hold storage number notification command, and a second hold storage number notification command). A setting example of the winning judgment result command is shown. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 7A, the command B100H, which is the first starting opening winning designation command, and the command B200H, which is the second starting opening winning designation command, are used as the starting opening winning designation command. It is prepared in advance. The subscript H indicates that it is a hexadecimal number. Further, as the hold storage number notification command, the command C1XXH which is the first hold storage number notification command and the command C2XXH which is the second hold storage number notification command are prepared in advance. It should be noted that XXH indicates that it is an unspecified hexadecimal number, and may be a value arbitrarily set according to the content of instruction by the effect control command. In the hold storage number notification command, different EXT data (for example, any of 00H to 04H) is set according to the special figure hold storage number. Further, a command C4XXH, which is a winning determination result command, is prepared in advance.

When a game ball that has passed (entered) the first starting winning opening formed by the normal winning ball device 6A is detected by the first starting opening switch 22A and a starting winning (first starting winning) occurs, the step shown in FIG. When it is determined in the process of S202 that the number of reserved first special figures has not reached the upper limit value, the first start condition is satisfied. The first start condition is a condition for executing a special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A. When the first start condition is satisfied, the start port buffer value is set to "1" in the process of step S203 shown in FIG. 4, and then the transmission setting is made by the process of step S211. The first start opening winning designation command is transmitted to 12. Further, by setting the transmission by the process of step S408 shown in FIG. 5, the winning determination result command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. Further, when the start port buffer value is "1", the transmission setting by the process of step S213 shown in FIG. 4 is performed, so that the first reserved storage number notification command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. Will be done.

When a game ball that has passed (entered) the second starting winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball device 6B is detected by the second starting opening switch 22B and a starting winning (second starting winning) occurs, it is shown in FIG. When it is determined in the process of step S205 that the second special figure reserved storage number has not reached the upper limit value, the second start condition is satisfied. The second start condition is a condition for executing the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. When the second start condition is satisfied, the start port buffer value is set to "2" in the process of step S206 shown in FIG. 4, and then the transmission setting is made by the process of step S211. A second start opening winning designation command is transmitted to 12. Further, by setting the transmission by the process of step S408 shown in FIG. 5, the winning determination result command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. Further, by performing the transmission setting by the process of step S213 shown in FIG. 4 when the start port buffer value is “2”, the second hold storage number notification command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. Will be done.

On the side of the effect control board 12, the establishment of the first starting condition can be detected by receiving the first starting opening winning designation command, and the establishment of the second starting condition can be detected by receiving the second starting opening winning designation command. can. As described above, the first start opening winning designation command is an effect control command for notifying the establishment of the first start condition. The second start opening winning designation command is an effect control command for notifying the establishment of the second start condition. The winning determination result command is at the time of detecting the first starting winning ball that has passed (entered) the first starting winning opening, or at the time of detecting the game ball that has passed (entered) the second starting winning opening. At the time of the second start winning, the comparison result (decision result at the time of winning) using the game random number (random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result) extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like is sent to the side of the effect control board 12. Notify. The first reserved storage number notification command notifies the first special figure reserved storage number. The second reserved storage number notification command notifies the second special figure reserved storage number. In this embodiment, in the first reserved storage number notification command and the second reserved storage number notification command, the game ball passes (enters) either the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening, and the starting winning is won. In addition to notifying whether it has occurred, it is transmitted as hold notification information specifying which of the first special figure hold storage number and the second special figure hold storage number has increased.

The first hold storage number notification command and the second hold storage number notification command correspond to the fact that the execution of the special figure game is started when either the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied. May be sent. Alternatively, a hold storage number addition designation command (first hold storage number addition designation command or second) indicating that the hold storage number of the first special figure or the second special figure hold storage number has increased when the number of hold storages has increased. While sending the hold storage number addition specification command), when the hold storage number decreases, the hold storage number subtraction specification command (first) indicating that the hold storage number of the first special figure or the second special figure hold storage number has decreased. (1) Hold storage number subtraction designation command or second hold storage number subtraction designation command) may be transmitted. A total hold storage notification command that notifies the total hold storage number in place of the first hold storage notification command or the second hold storage notification command, or together with the first hold storage notification command or the second hold storage notification command. May be sent. That is, a total hold storage number notification command may be used to notify an increase (or decrease) of the total hold storage number.

FIG. 7B exemplifies the content of notification by the winning determination result command. Of the winning determination result commands shown in FIG. 7B, the commands C402H, command C403H, command C404H, and command C405H are transmitted when the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is not within the jackpot determination range. In some cases, the variable display result is determined to be "missing" and the winning judgment result that the jackpot game state is not controlled is notified. On the other hand, the command C401H is transmitted when the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is within the jackpot determination range, and the variable display result is determined to be "big hit" and controlled to the jackpot gaming state at the time of winning. Notify the judgment result (variable display content is "big hit"). The command C402H is transmitted when the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the super reach confirmation range at the time of loss, and is determined to be the fluctuation pattern accompanied by super reach at the time of loss. Will notify you of "Super reach confirmed at the time of loss"). The command C403H is transmitted when the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is within the reach determination range at the time of loss, and the determination result at the time of winning (variable display content is determined to be the variation pattern accompanied by the reach effect at the time of loss). Notify "reach confirmed at the time of loss"). The command C404H is transmitted when the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is not within the super reach confirmation range, the reach confirmation range, or the non-reach confirmation range at the time of loss, and the variation pattern accompanied by the reach effect may not be determined. Notifies the winning judgment result (variable display content is "general at the time of loss"). The command C405H is transmitted when the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is within the non-reach confirmation range at the time of loss, and is determined to be a variation pattern without reach effect at the time of loss (variable display). The content will notify "non-reach confirmed at the time of loss"). In this way, the winning judgment result command uses the game random numbers extracted at the time of starting winning, and whether or not the variable display result is determined as a "big hit" or whether or not it is determined in a specific fluctuation pattern. It is transmitted as judgment result information for notifying the judgment result at the time of winning.

The special symbol normal processing of step S110 shown in FIG. 3 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0”. In this special symbol normal processing, the first special symbol display device 4A or the like is based on the presence or absence of reserved data stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102, such as the first special symbol reservation storage unit and the second special symbol reservation storage unit. The second special symbol display device 4B determines whether or not to start the special symbol game. Further, in the special symbol normal processing, the variable display result determines whether or not the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is set as a "big hit" based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special symbol display result. Derived Determined (predetermined) before being displayed. At this time, if the variable display result is determined to be "big hit", the big hit type is determined to be one of a plurality of types. The jackpot type is stored by storing the data indicating the determination result of the jackpot type in the jackpot type buffer provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 (for example, the game control buffer setting unit). Further, in the special symbol normal processing, the definite special symbol (big hit symbol,) in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B corresponds to the variable display result of the special symbol in the special symbol game. One of the lost symbols) is set. In the special symbol normal processing, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "1" when the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is predetermined.

The variation pattern setting process in step S111 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “1”. This variation pattern setting process includes a process of determining the variation pattern to one of a plurality of types based on a preliminary determination result of whether or not the variable display result is a "big hit". The variable display time of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is set in advance according to the variable pattern. Therefore, by determining the variation pattern in the variation pattern setting process, the variable display time from the start of the variable display of the special symbol to the derivation of the definite special symbol as the variable display result is determined. Further, the variable pattern setting process may include a process of determining whether or not the variable display state of the decorative symbol is set to "reach" when the variable display result is "missing". Alternatively, even if the variable display state of the decorative symbol is determined to be "reach" by determining the variable pattern when the variable display result is "missing" in the variable pattern setting process at a predetermined ratio. good. Further, the variation pattern setting process may include a process of setting the special symbol display device 4 to start the variation of the special symbol. When the variation pattern setting process is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "2".

The special symbol variation process in step S112 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “2”. This special symbol variation process includes a process of setting the special symbol display device 4 to change the special symbol, a process of measuring the elapsed time from the start of the variation of the special symbol, and the like. .. Then, when the elapsed time from the start of the fluctuation of the special symbol reaches the special symbol fluctuation time, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "3".

The special symbol stop process in step S113 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “3”. This special symbol stop process includes a process of stopping the fluctuation of the special symbol by the special symbol display device 4 and setting to stop and display the confirmed special symbol which is the variable display result of the special symbol. Then, it is determined whether or not the jackpot flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 (for example, the game control flag setting unit) is turned on. When the big hit flag is on, the transmission setting of the hit start designation command that specifies the start of the big hit game state based on the special figure display result being "big hit" is set, and the value of the special figure process flag is set to ". Update to 4 ". If the jackpot flag is off, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0".

The jackpot opening preprocessing in step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”. In this big hit pre-opening process, based on the fact that the variable display result is "big hit", etc., the process of starting the execution of the round game in the big hit game state and setting to open the big winning opening, etc. It is included. When the jackpot opening preprocessing is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "5".

The process of opening the jackpot in step S115 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “5”. In this big hit opening process, the big winning opening is based on the process of measuring the elapsed time since the big winning opening is opened, the measured elapsed time, the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23, and the like. It includes a process of determining whether or not it is time to return the device from the open state to the closed state. Then, when the large winning opening is returned to the closed state, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "6".

The post-processing after opening the jackpot in step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “6”. In this jackpot opening post-processing, it is determined whether or not the number of executions of the round game in which the jackpot is open has reached a predetermined upper limit (for example, "2" or "15" depending on the jackpot type). Processing to be performed, processing to wait until the next round game is started when the maximum number of times has not been reached, and the like are included. Then, when the next round game is started, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "4", while when the number of executions of the round game reaches the upper limit, the value of the special figure process flag is "7". Is updated to.

The jackpot end process of step S117 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “7”. In this big hit end process, a waiting period corresponding to a period in which the ending effect as an effect operation for notifying the end of the big hit game state is executed by an effect device such as an image display device 5, speakers 8L, 8R, and a game effect lamp 9. It includes a process of waiting until the time elapses and a process of making various settings for controlling the probabilistic state and the time saving state according to the success or failure of the probabilistic control condition. Then, when the setting for controlling the probability change state or the time saving state is made, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0".

FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S110 of FIG. 3 as the special symbol normal process. In the special symbol normal processing shown in FIG. 8, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the second special figure reserved storage number is “0” (step S231). The second special figure reservation number is the number of reservations of the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. The CPU 103 may read the second reserved storage number count value and determine whether or not the read value is "0".

When the second special figure reserved storage number is other than "0" in step S231 (step S231; No), it is stored in the head area (storage area corresponding to the hold number "1") of the second special figure reserved storage unit. Numerical data indicating a predetermined random value is read out as the reserved data (step S232). As a result, the game random numbers extracted in response to the occurrence of the start prize (second start prize) at the second start prize opening in the process of step S209 shown in FIG. 4 are read out. The numerical data read at this time may be stored in, for example, a random number buffer for fluctuation and temporarily stored.

Following the process of step S232, for example, by subtracting 1 from the second reserved storage number count value and updating, the second special figure holding storage number is updated to be subtracted by 1, and the second special figure holding storage is updated. The storage content in the unit is shifted (step S233). For example, the reserved data stored in the storage area lower than the reserved number "1" (the storage area corresponding to the reserved numbers "2" to "4") in the second special figure reserved storage unit is placed one entry higher. shift. Further, in the process of step S233, the total number of reserved storages may be updated to be subtracted by 1. Then, the variation special figure designation buffer value, which is the storage value of the variation special figure designation buffer provided in the predetermined area (game control buffer setting unit, etc.) of the RAM 102, is updated to "2" (step S234).

When the second special figure reserved storage number is "0" in step S231 (step S231; Yes), it is determined whether or not the first special figure reserved storage number is "0" (step S235). The first special figure hold storage number is the hold storage number of the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A. The CPU 103 may read the first reserved storage number count value and determine whether or not the read value is "0". As described above, the process of step S235 is executed when it is determined in step S231 that the second special figure reserved storage number is "0", and the first special figure reserved storage number is "0". Judge whether or not. As a result, the special figure game using the second special figure is started to be executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure.

In addition, regardless of whether it is the first start winning opening or the second starting winning opening, if the special figure game is executed in the order in which the game balls pass (enter) the starting winning opening, the first A predetermined area of the RAM 102 in which the start opening data indicating which of the start winning opening and the second starting winning opening the game ball has passed (entered) is associated with the hold number together with the hold data or separately from the hold data. It suffices to make it possible to specify the order in which the start conditions are satisfied for the special figure game corresponding to each reserved data.

Following the process of step S236, for example, by subtracting 1 from the first reserved storage number count value and updating, the first special figure holding storage number is updated to be subtracted by 1, and the first special figure holding storage is updated. The storage content in the unit is shifted (step S237). For example, the reserved data stored in the storage area lower than the reserved number "1" (the storage area corresponding to the reserved numbers "2" to "4") in the first special figure reserved storage unit is placed one entry higher. shift. Further, in the process of step S237, the total number of reserved storages may be updated to be subtracted by 1. Then, the variable special map designation buffer value is updated to "1" (step S238).

After executing any of the processes of steps S234 and S238, the special symbol display result, which is the variable display result of the special symbol, is determined to be either "big hit" or "missing" (step S239). As an example, in the process of step S239, a special figure display result determination table prepared in advance by storing in a predetermined area of ROM 101 is selected and set as a table used for determining the special figure display result. In the special figure display result determination table, the numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is the determination result of whether the special figure display result is "big hit" or "missing". , Should be assigned. The CPU 103 may determine the special figure display result by referring to the special figure display result determination table based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result read from the random number buffer for variation.

In the process of step S239, when the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in the probabilistic state and the probabilistic change control is performed, the special figure is at a higher rate than when the probabilistic change control is not performed in the normal state or the time saving state. The display result is determined to be a "big hit". The probabilistic change state is started by setting the probabilistic change flag to the on state corresponding to the case where the big hit type is "probability change" by, for example, the big hit end process of step S117 shown in FIG. In the probabilistic state, the special figure display result is more likely to be a "big hit" and the big hit game state is more likely to occur than when the probabilistic change control is not performed in the normal state or the time saving state.

The CPU 103 determines whether or not the special figure display result determined by the process of step S239 is a "big hit" (step S240). When the special figure display result is determined to be "big hit" (step S240; Yes), the big hit flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 (game control flag setting unit, etc.) is set to the on state (step S241). .. Further, the jackpot type is determined to be one of a plurality of types (step S242). As an example, in the process of step S242, a jackpot type determination table prepared in advance by storing in a predetermined area of ROM 101 is selected and set as a table used for determining the jackpot type. In the jackpot type determination table, the numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value for determining the jackpot type, depending on whether the variable special map is the first special map or the second special map, has a plurality of jackpot types. It suffices if it is assigned to the decision result of which type to use. The CPU 103 may determine the jackpot type by referring to the jackpot type determination table based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type read from the random number buffer for variation.

After executing the process of step S242, the jackpot type is stored (step S243). The CPU 103 may store the jackpot type by storing data indicating the determination result of the jackpot type in the jackpot type buffer provided in a predetermined area (game control buffer setting unit or the like) of the RAM 102.

When the special symbol display result is not "big hit" in step S240 (step S240; No), or after the processing of step S243 is executed, a confirmed special symbol which is a variable display result of the special symbol in the special symbol game is determined. (Step S244). As an example, when it is determined in step S240 that the special symbol display result is not a "big hit", a special symbol predetermined as a lost symbol is determined as a definite special symbol. On the other hand, when it is determined in step S240 that the special figure display result is "big hit", any of the special symbols predetermined as a plurality of types of big hit symbols according to the determination result of the big hit type in step S242. It may be decided as a definite special symbol.

After executing the process of step S244, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "1" (step S245), and then the special symbol normal process is terminated. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "1" in step S245, the fluctuation pattern setting process of step S111 shown in FIG. 3 is executed when the next timer interrupt occurs.

If the number of reserved memory of the special figure game using the first special figure is "0" in step S235 (step S235; Yes), after performing the predetermined demo display setting (step S246), the special symbol Ends normal processing. In this demo display setting, for example, an effect control command (customer waiting demo designation command) for designating a demonstration display (demo screen display) by displaying a predetermined effect image on the image display device 5 is an effect control from the main board 11. It is determined whether or not the transmission has been sent to the board 12. At this time, if it has already been sent, the demo display setting is terminated as it is. On the other hand, if it has not been sent, the setting for sending the customer waiting demo designation command is made, and then the demo display setting is terminated.

FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S111 of FIG. 3 as the variation pattern setting process. In the fluctuation pattern setting process shown in FIG. 9, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the jackpot flag is on (step S261). Then, when the big hit flag is on (step S261; Yes), the fluctuation pattern corresponding to the big hit when the special figure display result is "big hit" is determined (step S262). On the other hand, when the jackpot flag is off (step S261; No), the fluctuation pattern corresponding to the loss when the special figure display result becomes "loss" is determined (step S263).

In the process of step S262, the fluctuation pattern at the time of jackpot is determined by using the jackpot fluctuation pattern determination table prepared by storing in a predetermined area of ROM 101, for example. In the jackpot fluctuation pattern determination table, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern may be assigned to the determination result of the fluctuation pattern. The CPU 103 corresponds to the case where the variable display result becomes "big hit" by referring to the big hit fluctuation pattern determination table based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern read from the random number buffer for fluctuation. The fluctuation pattern may be determined. Further, in the process of step S263, the variation pattern at the time of loss is determined by using the loss variation pattern determination table prepared, for example, by storing in a predetermined area of ROM 101. In the loss variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern may be assigned to the determination result of the variation pattern. The CPU 103 corresponds to the case where the variable display result becomes "loss" by referring to the loss variation pattern determination table based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern read from the random number buffer for variation. The fluctuation pattern may be determined.

FIG. 10 shows a variation pattern in this embodiment. In this embodiment, among the cases where the variable display result (special figure display result) is "missing", the variable display state of the decorative symbol is "non-reach", which is not the reach state, and "the reach state". A plurality of fluctuation patterns are prepared in advance corresponding to each of the cases of "reach" and to the case where the variable display result (special figure display result) is "big hit". The fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display content is "non-reach" is called a non-reach fluctuation pattern (also referred to as a non-reach loss fluctuation pattern), and the fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display content is "reach" is , Also called reach fluctuation pattern (also called reach loss fluctuation pattern). The non-reach fluctuation pattern and the reach fluctuation pattern are included in the loss fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “loss”. The fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "big hit" is called a big hit fluctuation pattern. The jackpot fluctuation pattern and the reach fluctuation pattern include a normal reach fluctuation pattern in which the reach effect in the normal reach is executed and a super reach fluctuation pattern in which the reach effect in the super reach is executed.

FIG. 11 shows an example of determining a jackpot fluctuation pattern and a loss fluctuation pattern. In the process of step S262 shown in FIG. 9, for example, the fluctuation pattern at the time of a big hit is determined at a ratio as shown in FIG. 11 (A). In the example shown in FIG. 11A, either the fluctuation pattern PA3-1 or the fluctuation pattern PA3-2 is determined as the usage pattern at a predetermined ratio as the fluctuation pattern at the time of a big hit. In the process of step S263 shown in FIG. 9, the fluctuation pattern at the time of loss is determined at a rate as shown in FIG. 11 (B1), for example, in the normal time when the time saving control is not performed. Further, in the process of step S263 shown in FIG. 9, when the time saving control is being performed, the fluctuation pattern at the time of loss is determined at a ratio as shown in FIG. 11 (B2), for example. In the process of step S263, by determining the fluctuation pattern at the time of loss, it is determined whether or not the variable display state of the decorative symbol is set to the reach state when the variable display result is "loss". It should be noted that, by a process separate from the determination of the fluctuation pattern, it may be determined whether or not to reach the reach state when the variable display result becomes “missing”.

In the example shown in FIG. 11A, the determination value assigned to the variation pattern with the reach effect in the super reach such as the variation pattern PA3-2 is the variation with the reach effect in the normal reach such as the variation pattern PA3-1. It is set to be more than the decision value assigned to the pattern. On the other hand, in the examples shown in FIGS. 11 (B1) and 11 (B2), the determination value assigned to the variation pattern accompanied by the reach effect in the normal reach, such as the variation pattern PA2-1, is the variation pattern PA2-2. It is set to be larger than the determined value assigned to the fluctuation pattern accompanied by the reach effect in the super reach. As a result, when the variable display result is derived after the reach effect in the super reach is executed, the possibility that the variable display result becomes a "big hit" (big hit expectation) is increased.

The determination example shown in FIG. 11 (B1) includes determination values assigned to different fluctuation patterns depending on whether the number of reserved first special figures is 0, 1, or 2 or more. As a specific example, the determined value in the range of "151" to "180" is assigned to the fluctuation pattern PA1-1 if the first special figure reserved storage number is 0, and the first special figure reserved storage number is 1. If it is, it is assigned to the fluctuation pattern PA1-2, and if the number of reserved storages in the first special figure is 2 or more, it is assigned to the fluctuation pattern PA1-3. With such a setting, the average variable display time of the special symbol or the decorative symbol can be made different according to the number of reserved first special symbols. In particular, when the number of reserved first special figures is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (for example, "2"), the average variable display time is shorter than when the number of reserved first special figures is less than a predetermined value. It suffices if a determined value is assigned to each fluctuation pattern so that In the normal time when the time reduction control is not performed, it is difficult for the game ball to pass (enter) through the second start winning opening, and the frequency of executing the special figure game using the second special figure is low. Therefore, when the start condition of the special figure game using the second special figure is satisfied, the first special figure reserved storage number is a predetermined value (for example, "0") regardless of the second special figure reserved storage number. The fluctuation pattern may be determined with reference to the same table data as in. Alternatively, refer to the table data corresponding to the first special figure reserved storage number at that time regardless of the second special figure reserved storage number when the start condition of the special figure game using the second special figure is satisfied. , The fluctuation pattern may be determined. Alternatively, in response to the fact that the special figure game using the second special figure is executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure, FIG. 11 (2) regardless of the number of reserved special figures. The fluctuation pattern may be determined by referring to the table data to which the determination value is assigned differently from B1). Alternatively, when the start condition of the special figure game using the second special figure is satisfied, the "first special figure reserved storage number" shown in FIG. 11 (B1) is read as "the second special figure reserved storage number". The fluctuation pattern may be determined with reference to the table data according to the number of reserved storages in the second special figure.

In the determination example shown in FIG. 11 (B2), a determination value assigned to a different variation pattern is included depending on whether the second special figure reserved storage number is 0, 1, or 2 or more. With such a setting, the average variable display time of the special symbol or the decorative symbol can be made different according to the second special symbol reserved storage number. In particular, when the number of reserved second special figures is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (for example, "2"), the average variable display time is shorter than when the number of reserved second special figures is less than a predetermined value. It suffices if a determined value is assigned to each fluctuation pattern so that During the time reduction control, the game ball easily passes (enters) the second start winning opening, and the special figure game using the second special figure is frequently executed. When the special figure game using the second special figure is executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure, the special figure game using the second special figure is repeated if the time is shortened. It is highly likely that it will be executed, and the frequency of executing the special figure game using the first special figure is low. Then, when the start condition of the special figure game using the first special figure is satisfied, the number of reserved second special figures is set to 0. Therefore, when the start condition of the special figure game using the first special figure is satisfied, the second special figure reserved storage number is a predetermined value (for example, "0") regardless of the first special figure reserved storage number. The fluctuation pattern may be determined with reference to the same table data as in. Alternatively, the fluctuation pattern may be determined by referring to the table data in which the allocation of the determined values is different from that in FIG. 11 (B2) regardless of the number of reserved storages in the first special figure. Alternatively, when the start condition of the special figure game using the first special figure is satisfied, the "second special figure reserved storage number" shown in FIG. 11 (B2) is read as "the first special figure reserved storage number". The fluctuation pattern may be determined with reference to the table data according to the number of reserved storages in the first special figure.

After executing any of the processes of steps S262 and S263, the special symbol fluctuation time, which is the variable display time of the special symbol, is set (step S264). The special symbol fluctuation time, which is the variable display time of the special symbol, is the time required from the start of the fluctuation of the special symbol in the special symbol game until the definite special symbol, which is the variable display result (special symbol display result), is derived and displayed. Is. As shown in FIG. 10, the special figure fluctuation time is predetermined in accordance with a plurality of fluctuation patterns prepared in advance. Therefore, the special figure fluctuation time is determined by determining the fluctuation pattern in the processes of steps S262 and S263. By setting the special symbol fluctuation time, the CPU 103 can set the timing at which the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is derived.

Following the process of step S264, the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A and the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B are started. A setting for starting the variation of the special symbol is made so as to start any of the special symbol games for which the condition is satisfied (step S265). As an example, if the variable special figure designation buffer value is "1", a setting for transmitting a drive signal for updating the display of the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A is performed. On the other hand, if the variable special figure designation buffer value is "2", a setting for transmitting a drive signal for updating the display of the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B is made.

After executing the process of step S265, the command transmission setting at the start of the change of the special symbol is performed (step S266). For example, when the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value is "1", the CPU 103 receives a first fluctuation start command, a fluctuation pattern designation command, a variable display result notification command, and a first from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In order to sequentially transmit the hold storage number notification commands, the storage address (start address) in the ROM 101 of the first fluctuation start command table prepared in advance is specified. On the other hand, when the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value is "2", the CPU 103 receives a second fluctuation start command, a fluctuation pattern designation command, a variable display result notification command, and a second from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In order to sequentially transmit the hold storage number notification commands, the storage address in ROM 101 of the second fluctuation start command table prepared in advance is specified.

The first fluctuation start command and the second fluctuation start command use the fluctuation start in the special symbol game using the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B. This is an effect control command that specifies the start of fluctuations in the special figure game. The variable pattern specification command is variably displayed in each of the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R on the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of the special symbol in the special symbol game. This is an effect control command that specifies a variation pattern such as a decorative pattern. The variable display result notification command is an effect control command for designating a variable display result such as a special symbol or a decorative symbol.

After the process of step S266 is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "2" (step S267), and then the variation pattern setting process is terminated. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "2" in step S267, the special symbol variation process of step S112 shown in FIG. 3 is executed when the next timer interrupt occurs.

Next, the operation on the effect control board 12 will be described.

In the effect control board 12, when the power supply voltage is supplied from the power supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated to execute a predetermined effect control main process. When the effect control main process is started, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process to clear the RAM 122, set various initial values, and CTC (counter / timer) mounted on the effect control board 12. Set the register of the circuit). After that, it is determined whether or not the timer interrupt flag is turned on. The timer interrupt flag is set to the ON state every time a predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds) elapses, based on the register setting of the CTC, for example. At this time, if the timer interrupt flag is off, it waits.

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

If the timer interrupt flag is on, the timer interrupt flag is cleared and turned off, and command analysis processing is executed. In the command analysis process, for example, after reading various effect control commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 and stored in the effect control command reception buffer, the read effect control commands are used. Corresponding settings and controls are made.

As an example, in the command analysis process, when there is a receive command stored in the effect control command reception buffer, it is determined which effect control command is received by checking the MODE data of the receive command. .. At this time, when the winning determination result command and the first reserved storage number notification command are received together with the first starting port winning designation command, the first set provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 (for example, the effect control buffer setting unit) or the like. Among the free areas in the start winning command buffer, the first starting opening winning designation command and the first holding storage number notification command are sequentially stored in the storage area having the smallest hold display number, which is the buffer number. On the other hand, when the second hold storage number notification command is received together with the second start opening winning designation command, the free area in the second start winning command buffer provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 (for example, the effect control buffer setting unit) or the like. Among them, the second start opening winning designation command and the second hold storage number notification command are stored in order in the storage area having the smallest hold display number as the buffer number.

The command buffer at the time of the first start winning is associated with a set of effect control commands (first start opening winning designation command and first hold storage number notification command) transmitted in response to the occurrence of the first start winning. A storage area is reserved so that it can be stored. The effect control CPU 120 stores the effect control commands received when the first start prize is generated in the storage areas corresponding to the hold display numbers "1" to "4" of the command buffer at the time of the first start prize according to the reception order. Stores in order from the beginning of the free area in. The hold display number in the command buffer at the time of the first start winning corresponds to the first special figure hold storage number.

The command buffer at the time of the second start winning is associated with one set of effect control commands (second start opening winning designation command and second hold storage number notification command) transmitted in response to the occurrence of the second start winning. A storage area is reserved so that it can be stored. The effect control CPU 120 stores the effect control commands received when the second start prize is generated in the storage area corresponding to the hold display numbers "1" to "4" of the command buffer at the time of the second start prize according to the reception order. Stores in order from the beginning of the free area in. The hold display number in the command buffer at the time of the second start winning corresponds to the second special figure hold storage number.

After executing the command analysis process, the effect control process process is executed. In the effect control process processing, various operations such as display operation of the effect image on the screen of the image display device 5, audio output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, lighting operation in the light emitting body such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED, and the like. Regarding the control content of the effect operation using the effect device, determination, determination, setting, etc. are performed according to the effect control command or the like transmitted from the main board 11. Following the effect control process process, the effect random number update process is executed, and the software updates the numerical data indicating the effect random numbers counted by the random counter of the RAM 122 as various random number values used for the effect control.

FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing an example of the effect control process process. In the effect control process process shown in FIG. 12, first, the countdown notice determination process is executed (step S161). The countdown notice determination process includes, for example, a decision process and a setting process for executing the countdown notice using the stored data of the reserved data storage unit provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 121.

FIG. 13 shows a configuration example of the reserved data storage unit. The hold data storage unit has an image corresponding to the fact that the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is suspended and the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is suspended. Various data for displaying the countdown image on the display device 5, various data for displaying the stop display of the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye on the image display device 5, and the first on the first hold display unit 5HR. Various data for performing the hold display and various data for performing the second hold display on the second hold display unit 5HL are stored as hold data. As the hold data storage unit, a first hold data storage unit corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure and a second hold data storage unit corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure are provided. You just have to. In the hold data storage unit, for example, the winning determination result, the countdown notice pattern, the type of chance eye notice, and the chance eye notice are associated with the same hold numbers as those of the first special figure hold storage unit and the second special figure hold storage unit. A storage area for storing data that can identify the timing pattern, the hold display change pattern (not shown), and the change effect timing pattern (not shown) is secured.

The winning determination result indicates the variable display content of the special symbol or the decorative symbol specified based on the winning determination result command. The countdown notice pattern is an effect pattern including designation of a timing for executing the countdown notice. The type of the chance eye notice is a production pattern including the designation of either the chance eye A or the chance eye B. The chance eye notice timing pattern is an effect pattern including designation of the timing for executing the chance eye notice. The hold display change pattern is an effect pattern including the designation of the display mode of the hold display to be changed in the hold display change effect. The change effect timing pattern is an effect pattern including the designation of the timing for executing the hold display change effect. 13 (A) to 13 (B) show a situation in which the data stored in the reserved data storage unit is different.

FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing an example of the countdown notice determination process executed in step S161 of FIG. In the countdown advance notice determination process shown in FIG. 14, the effect control CPU 120 first receives an effect control command (start opening winning designation command, winning determination result command, hold storage number notification command, etc.) transmitted at the time of starting winning. It is determined whether or not it was present (step S601). In step S601, for example, the effect control CPU 120 newly stores the start opening winning designation command, the winning determination result command, and the hold storage number notification command in the first start winning command buffer and the second starting winning command buffer. By confirming whether or not the command is received, it may be determined whether or not the command has been received at the time of winning the start.

When it is determined in step S601 that the command is received (step S601; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the number of reserved storages is 4 (step S602). When it is determined in step S602 that the number of reserved memories is 4 (step S602; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 specifies the winning determination result according to the received winning determination result command (step S603). , It is determined whether or not "the winning determination is being restricted" is specified (step S604). When it is determined in step S604 that "during winning determination restriction" is not specified, that is, when the winning determination result is other than "during winning determination restriction" (step S604; No), the effect control CPU 120 Determines whether or not the time is currently shortened (step S605). In step S605, the effect control CPU 120 may determine that the time is being shortened when, for example, the high base flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 (for example, the effect control flag setting unit) is in the ON state. The high base flag is turned on in response to the time saving, and corresponds to the switching between the on state and the off state of the time saving flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 of the main board 11. Any flag may be used as long as it is a flag that switches between the on state and the off state.

When it is determined in step S605 that the current gaming state is in a short time (step S605; Yes), does the effect control CPU 120 have a countdown notice target (notice target) in the hold (hold memory)? It is determined whether or not (step S606). In step S606, the effect control CPU 120 checks the hold data storage unit, and when data indicating the countdown notice pattern is stored (set) corresponding to any of the hold numbers 1 to 3, the countdown notice is given. It may be determined that there is a target. The stored countdown notice pattern may be a countdown continuation pattern or a countdown stop pattern. By executing this process, even if the countdown notice ends in the middle, that is, even if the countdown gasse effect is executed, if the target of the countdown notice is in the hold, a new countdown notice is issued. Restricted from being executed.

When it is determined in step S606 that there is no target for the countdown notice (step S606; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not there is a target for the chance eye notice in the hold (step S607). In step S607, the effect control CPU 120 checks the hold data storage unit, and when data indicating the type of chance eye notice and the chance eye notice timing pattern is stored corresponding to any of the hold numbers 1 to 3. In addition, it may be determined that there is a target for the chance eye notice.

When it is determined in step S607 that there is no target for the chance eye notice (step S607; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not there is a target for the hold display change effect in the hold (step S608). ). In step S608, the effect control CPU 120 checks the hold data storage unit, and when data indicating the hold display change pattern or the change effect timing pattern is stored corresponding to any of the hold numbers 1 to 3, the effect control CPU 120 stores the data. It may be determined that there is a target for the hold display change effect. When it is determined in step S608 that there is no target for the hold display change effect (step S608; No), the effect control CPU 120 has only "non-reach" for other hold (holds of hold numbers 1 to 3). Whether or not it is determined (step S609). In step S609, the effect control CPU 120 checks the hold data storage unit, and when all the winning determination results of the hold numbers 1 to 3 are "non-reach confirmed at the time of loss", the other hold is "non-reach". It may be determined that it is only.

When it is determined in step S609 that only "non-reach" is performed (step S609; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines the presence / absence of the countdown notice and the pattern (countdown notice pattern) (step S610). The effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for countdown advance notice determination updated by a random number circuit 124, an effect random counter, or the like, and refers to a countdown advance notice determination table stored in advance in ROM 121. Depending on the situation, the presence or absence of a countdown notice and the pattern may be determined.

FIG. 15A shows a configuration example of the countdown notice determination table. In the countdown notice determination table shown in FIG. 15A, for example, whether the judgment result at the time of winning is "missing" (super reach confirmed at the time of losing, reach confirmed at the time of losing, general at the time of losing, non-reach confirmed at the time of losing) or "big hit". The numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value for determining the countdown notice is "no countdown notice" that does not execute the countdown notice, and the pattern "CDP3-2" when the countdown notice is executed. And "CDP3-0" may be assigned to any of the determination results.

FIG. 15B shows the content of the countdown notice pattern. In this embodiment, "CDP3-0" and "CDP3-2" are set as countdown notice patterns as shown in FIG. 15B. Each countdown notice pattern includes designation of a hold number (for example, 3 to 1) corresponding to the execution timing of the countdown notice and a variable display of the target (for example, 0).

The countdown notice pattern "CDP3-0" indicates "3" to "0" in the variable display when the variable display of the target is stored as the hold storage of the hold numbers 3 to 1 and the variable display of the target. It is a continuation pattern (countdown continuation pattern) that displays a countdown image. When this pattern is determined, a countdown image indicating "3" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 during execution of the variable display when the variable display of the target is stored as the hold storage of the hold number 3. A countdown image indicating "2" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 during execution of the variable display when the variable display of the target is stored as the hold storage of the hold number 2, and the target is displayed on the screen. During the execution of the variable display when the variable display is stored as the hold storage of the hold number 1, a countdown image indicating "1" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, and the variable display of the target is being executed. , A countdown image indicating "0" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5.

Further, the countdown notice pattern "CDP3-2" displays a countdown image indicating "3" to "2" in the variable display when the variable display of the target is stored as the hold storage of the hold numbers 3 to 2. , It is a stop pattern (countdown stop pattern) in which the production is stopped (finished) after that. When this pattern is determined, a countdown image indicating "3" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 during execution of the variable display when the variable display of the target is stored as the hold storage of the hold number 3. A countdown image indicating "2" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 during the execution of the variable display when the variable display of the target is stored as the hold storage of the hold number 2. The countdown image is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 during the execution of the variable display when the variable display of the target is stored as the hold storage of the hold number 1 and during the execution of the variable display of the target. Will not be done. As described above, the countdown notice pattern "CDP3-2" is a pattern in which the production ends in the middle of the countdown notice pattern "CDP3-0".

In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 15A, when the winning determination result is "missing", the determination ratio of "CDP3-2" is higher than the determination ratio of "CDP3-0". Is set to. On the other hand, when the winning determination result is "big hit", the determination ratio of "CDP3-0" is set to be higher than the determination ratio of "CDP3-2". Further, when the winning determination result is "big hit", the determination ratio of "CDP3-0" is set to be sufficiently higher than when the winning determination result is "missing". With such a setting, when the countdown notice by "CDP3-0" is executed, the jackpot expectation can be increased as compared with the case where the countdown notice by "CDP3-2" is executed.

After executing the process of step S610, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is determined in step S610 that there is a countdown notice (“CDP3-2” or “CDP3-0”) (step S611). When it is determined in step S611 that the determination is made with the countdown notice (step S611; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 newly adds data indicating the determination result by the process of step S610 to the hold data storage unit. It is stored in association with the hold number corresponding to the start winning prize (step S612). For example, as shown in FIG. 13A, the data indicating “CDP3-2” is stored as the countdown notice pattern in association with the hold number 4 in the hold data storage unit. If "no countdown notice" is determined in step S610, the data indicating the countdown notice pattern identifiable as shown in FIG. 13B is not stored in the reserved data storage unit (FIG. 13B). ) Shown as "None").

When the hold number specified in the countdown notice pattern indicated by the data stored in step S612 and the hold number associated with the hold data storage unit match, the execution condition of the countdown notice is satisfied. Will be. Further, when the data corresponding to the hold number "1" is deleted in the hold data storage unit due to the satisfaction of the variable display start condition, the variable display of the target is specified by the countdown notice pattern indicated by this data. For example, the execution condition of the countdown notice in the variable display of the target is satisfied. After the execution condition of the countdown notice is satisfied, for example, when a predetermined time elapses after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started, the countdown notice is executed (the countdown image display timing) and the countdown notice is executed (start). ) Will be done.

When it is determined in step S601 that no command is received (step S601; No), or when it is determined in step S602 that the number of reserved memories is not 4 (step S602; No), "at the time of winning" in step S604. When it is determined that "determination is being restricted" is specified (step S604; Yes), and when it is determined in step S605 that the current time is not shortened (step S605; No), the effect control CPU 120 performs a countdown notice determination process. finish. Further, when it is determined in step S606 that there is a target for the countdown notice (step S606; Yes), or when it is determined in step S607 that there is a target for the chance eye notice (step S607; Yes), step S608. If it is determined in step S608; Yes that there is a target for the hold display change effect, and if it is determined in step S609 that it is not only "non-reach" (step S609; No), a countdown notice is given in step S611. If it is determined that none is determined (step S611; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the countdown notice determination process.

After executing the countdown advance notice determination process in step S161 shown in FIG. 12, the effect control CPU 120 executes the chance eye advance notice determination process (step S162). The chance eye notice determination process includes a decision process and a setting process for executing the chance eye notice by using, for example, the stored data of the reserved data storage unit provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 121.

FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing an example of the chance eye advance notice determination process executed in step S162 of FIG. In the chance eye advance notice determination process shown in FIG. 16, the effect control CPU 120 first receives an effect control command (start opening winning designation command, winning determination result command, hold storage number notification command, etc.) transmitted at the time of starting winning. It is determined whether or not there is (step S701). When it is determined in step S701 that the command is received (step S701; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the number of reserved storages is 4 (step S702). When it is determined in step S702 that the number of reserved memories is 4 (step S702; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is determined in step S610 with a countdown notice (step S703). In step S703, when the effect control CPU 120 stores data indicating the countdown notice pattern in association with the hold number 4 in the hold data storage unit, it may be determined that the countdown notice has been determined.

When it is determined in step S703 that the determination is made without a countdown notice (step S703; No), the effect control CPU 120 specifies the winning determination result according to the received winning determination result command (step S704). It is determined whether or not "the winning determination is being restricted" is specified (step S705). When it is determined in step S705 that "the winning determination is being restricted" is not specified, that is, when the winning determination result is other than "the winning determination is being restricted" (step S705; No), the effect control CPU 120 Determines whether or not there is a countdown notice target (notice target) in the hold (hold memory) (step S706).

When it is determined in step S706 that there is no target for the countdown notice (step S706; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not there is a target for the chance eye notice in the hold (step S707). When it is determined in step S707 that there is no target for the chance eye notice (step S707; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not there is a target for the hold display change effect in the hold (step S708). ). When it is determined in step S708 that there is no target for the hold display change effect (step S708; No), the effect control CPU 120 has only "non-reach" for other hold (holds of hold numbers 1 to 3). Whether or not it is determined (step S709).

When it is determined in step S709 that only "non-reach" is performed (step S709; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines the presence / absence and type of the chance eye notice (step S710). The effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining a chance eye advance notice updated by a random number circuit 124, an effect random counter, or the like, and uses a chance eye advance notice determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121. By referring to it, it is sufficient to determine whether or not there is a chance notice and the type.

FIG. 17A shows a configuration example of the chance eye notice determination table. In the chance eye notice determination table shown in FIG. 17 (A), for example, whether the judgment result at the time of winning is "missing" (super reach confirmed at the time of losing, reach confirmed at the time of losing, general at the time of losing, non-reach confirmed at the time of losing). Depending on whether it is a "big hit", the numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value for determining the chance eye notice is "no chance eye notice" that does not execute the chance eye notice, and the type when the chance eye notice is executed. It suffices if it is assigned to any of the determination results of "chance eye A" and "chance eye B". It should be noted that the setting of the decision ratio is different between the chance eye notice determination table referred to in step S710 and the chance eye notice determination table referred to in step S715 described later.

FIG. 17B shows the types of chance notices. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 17B, “chance eye A” and “chance eye B” are set as the types of chance eye notice. In the "chance eye A", the decorative symbols stopped and displayed in the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R on the image display device 5 are "2" and "4". , "6" and "8". When this type is decided, as the definite decoration symbol, for example, a definite decoration symbol that constitutes a chance eye such as "2", "4", "6", or a chance eye such as "6", "8", "2" is used. The constituent fixed decorative symbols and the like are stopped and displayed. The decorative patterns of "2", "4", "6", and "8" are white patterns as an example (see FIG. 27 and the like). Further, in the "chance eye B", the decorative symbols stopped and displayed in the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R on the image display device 5 are "1". It is a type composed of any one of "3", "5" and "7". When this type is decided, as the definite decoration symbol, for example, a definite decoration symbol that constitutes a chance eye such as "1", "3", "5", or a chance eye such as "7", "1", "3" is used. The constituent fixed decorative symbols and the like are stopped and displayed. The decorative patterns of "1", "3", "5", and "7" are intermediate-painted patterns as an example (see FIG. 27 and the like).

In the chance eye notice determination table referred to in step S710, as shown in FIG. 17 (A), when the winning determination result is "missing", the determination ratio of "chance eye A" is "chance eye B". It is set to be higher than the decision rate of. On the other hand, when the judgment result at the time of winning is "big hit", the determination ratio of "chance eye B" is set to be higher than the determination ratio of "chance eye A". Further, when the winning determination result is "big hit", the determination ratio of "chance eye B" is set to be sufficiently higher than when the winning determination result is "missing". With such a setting, when the chance eye notice by "chance eye B" is executed, the jackpot expectation can be increased as compared with the case where the chance eye notice by "chance eye A" is executed. Including the setting of the decision ratio in the chance eye notice determination table referred to in step S715 described later, the big hit expectation is high when the chance eye notice by "chance eye B" is executed, and "chance eye A". The big hit expectation is low when the chance eye notice is executed.

After executing the process of step S710, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is determined in step S710 that there is a chance eye notice (“chance eye A” or “chance eye B”) (step S711). When it is determined in step S711 that there is a chance eye notice (step S711; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines the chance eye notice timing pattern. The effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining a chance eye advance notice timing pattern updated by a random number circuit 124, an effect random counter, or the like, and stores the random number value in the ROM 121 in advance and prepares the chance eye advance notice timing. The chance eye notice timing pattern may be determined by referring to the pattern determination table or the like.

FIG. 18A shows a configuration example of the chance eye advance notice timing pattern determination table. In the chance eye notice timing pattern determination table shown in FIG. 18A, for example, the winning determination result is "missing" (super reach confirmed at the time of loss, reach confirmed at the time of losing, general at the time of losing, non-reach confirmed at the time of losing). Depending on whether it is a "big hit" or a "big hit", the numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value for determining the chance eye advance notice timing pattern is the chance eye advance notice timing pattern "CTP3-1", "CTP2-1" and ". It suffices if it is assigned to any of the determination results of "CTP3-2". The setting of the determination ratio (determined pattern) is different between the chance eye advance notice timing pattern determination table referred to in step S712 and the chance eye advance notice timing pattern determination table referred to in step S717 described later. There is.

FIG. 18B shows the content of the chance eye notice timing pattern. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 18B, “CTP3-1”, “CTP2-1” and “CTP3-2” are set as chance eye advance notice timing patterns. Each chance eye notice timing pattern includes designation of a hold number (for example, 3 to 1) corresponding to the execution timing of the chance eye notice.

The chance eye notice timing pattern "CTP3-1" stops the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye as a fixed decorative symbol in the variable display when the variable display of the target is stored as the hold memory of the hold numbers 3 to 1. It is a continuation pattern to be displayed (chance eye continuation pattern). When this pattern is determined, the type of chance eye notice determined in step S710 (chance eye A or chance) in the variable display when the variable display of the target is stored as the hold storage of the hold number 3. The eye B) determines in step S710 in the variable display when the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye is stopped and displayed as the final decorative symbol and the variable display of the target is stored as the hold storage of the hold number 2. Depending on the type of chance eye notice (chance eye A or chance eye B), the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye is stopped and displayed as the confirmed decorative symbol, and the variable display of the target is stored as the hold memory of the hold number 1. In the variable display at the time, the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye is stopped and displayed as the final decorative symbol depending on the type of the chance eye notice (chance eye A or chance eye B) determined in step S710.

The chance eye notice timing pattern "CTP2-1" stops the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye as a fixed decorative symbol in the variable display when the variable display of the target is stored as the hold storage of the hold numbers 2 to 1. It is a continuation pattern to be displayed (chance eye continuation pattern). When this pattern is determined, the type of chance eye notice determined in step S710 (chance eye A or chance) in the variable display when the variable display of the target is stored as the hold storage of the hold number 2. The eye B) determines in step S710 in the variable display when the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye is stopped and displayed as the final decorative symbol and the variable display of the target is stored as the hold storage of the hold number 1. Depending on the type of the chance eye notice (chance eye A or chance eye B), the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye is stopped and displayed as the final decorative symbol.

Further, the chance eye notice timing pattern "CTP3-2" is a decorative pattern constituting the chance eye as a definite decorative symbol in the variable display when the variable display of the target is stored as the hold storage of the hold numbers 3 and 2. Is a stop pattern (chance eye stop pattern) in which is stopped and displayed, and then the effect is stopped (finished). When this pattern is determined, the type of chance eye notice determined in step S710 (chance eye A or chance) in the variable display when the variable display of the target is stored as the hold storage of the hold number 3. The eye B) determines in step S710 in the variable display when the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye is stopped and displayed as the final decorative symbol and the variable display of the target is stored as the hold storage of the hold number 2. Depending on the type of the chance eye notice (chance eye A or chance eye B), the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye is stopped and displayed as the final decorative symbol. In the variable display when the variable display of the target is stored as the hold storage of the hold number 1, the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye is not stopped and displayed as the fixed decorative symbol. As described above, the chance eye notice timing pattern "CTP3-2" is a pattern in which the production ends in the middle of the chance eye notice timing pattern "CTP3-1".

In the chance eye notice timing pattern determination table referred to in step S712, as shown in FIG. 18A, when the winning determination result is "big hit", the continuation such as "CTP3-1" or "CTP2-1" is continued. The pattern determination rate is set to be higher than when the winning determination result is "missing". With such a setting, when the chance eye notice by the continuation pattern such as "CTP3-1" or "CTP2-1" is executed, compared with the time when the chance eye notice by the stop pattern such as "CTP3-2" is executed. , You can increase the expectation of big hits.

Further, when the judgment result at the time of winning is "missing", the determination ratio of the continuation pattern such as "CTP3-1" or "CTP2-1" is set to be higher than the determination ratio of the cancellation pattern such as "CTP3-2". Has been done. Also, even when the judgment result at the time of winning is "big hit", the determination ratio of the continuation pattern such as "CTP3-1" or "CTP2-1" is higher than the determination ratio of the cancellation pattern such as "CTP3-2". It is set. With such a setting, when the chance eye notice is executed, it is easier to be executed by the continuation pattern than by the stop pattern. That is, the chance eye notice is an effect that, when executed, is easy to continue until the variable display of the target. On the other hand, the above-mentioned countdown notice is more difficult to continue until the variable display of the target than the chance eye notice. For example, the ratio determined by the continuation pattern among the continuation pattern (countdown continuation pattern) and the discontinuation pattern (countdown discontinuation pattern) shown in FIG. 15 is the continuation pattern (chance eye continuation pattern) and the discontinuation pattern (chance eye continuation pattern) shown in FIG. It is lower than the ratio determined by the continuation pattern of the chance eye cancellation pattern).

Further, when the judgment result at the time of winning is "big hit", the number of times that the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye such as "CTP3-1" is stopped and displayed, that is, the number of times the specific effect is continuously executed is large. The determination ratio is set to be higher than the determination ratio of the chance eye advance notice timing pattern such as "CTP2-1" and "CTP3-2" in which the number of consecutive executions of the specific effect is small. On the other hand, when the judgment result at the time of winning is "missing", the determination ratio of the chance eye notice timing pattern such as "CTP3-1", which has a large number of continuous executions of the specific effect, is "CTP2-1" or "CTP3-2". It is set to be lower than the determination ratio of the chance eye notice timing pattern in which the number of continuous executions of the specific effect is small. Further, when the winning determination result is "big hit", the determination ratio of "CTP3-1" is set to be sufficiently higher than when the winning determination result is "missing". With such a setting, when the chance eye notice with a large number of continuous executions of the specific effect is executed, the jackpot expectation can be increased as compared with the case where the chance eye notice with a small number of continuous executions of the specific effect is executed. can.

After executing the process of step S712, the effect control CPU 120 displays data indicating the determination result of the process of step S710 and step S712 in the hold data storage unit according to the new start winning prize. And memorize it (step S713). For example, as shown in FIG. 13B, the data indicating "chance eye B" as the type of chance eye notice and "CTP3-" as the chance eye notice timing pattern are associated with the hold number 4 in the hold data storage unit. The data indicating "1" is stored. If "no chance notice" is determined in step S710, the data indicating the type of chance notice and the chance notice timing pattern can be specified is not stored in the reserved data storage unit.

When the hold number specified by the chance eye notice timing pattern indicated by the data stored in step S712 and the hold number associated with the hold data storage unit match, the execution condition of the chance eye notice is set. It will be established. After the execution condition of the chance eye notice is satisfied, for example, when the variable display time elapses after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started, the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye is stopped and displayed as the final decorative symbol. Will be.

When it is determined in step S701 that no command is received (step S701; No), or when it is determined in step S702 that the number of reserved memories is not 4 (step S702; No), in step S705, "at the time of winning". When it is determined that "determination is being restricted" is specified (step S705; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 ends the chance eye advance notice determination process. Further, when it is determined in step S706 that there is a target for the countdown notice (step S706; Yes), or when it is determined in step S707 that there is a target for the chance eye notice (step S707; Yes), step S708. If it is determined that there is a target for the hold display change effect in (step S708; Yes), and if it is determined in step S709 that it is not only "non-reach" (step S709; No), the chance eye is in step S711. If it is determined that the determination has been made without prior notice (step S711; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the chance eye advance notice determination process.

Further, when it is determined in step S703 that the countdown notice is present (step S703; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the countdown notice pattern is CDP3-2 (countdown stop pattern). (Step S714). When it is determined in step S714 that the countdown notice pattern is CDP3-2 (step S714; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines the presence / absence and type of the chance eye notice (step S715).

In the chance eye notice determination table referred to in step S715, as shown in FIG. 17 (A), when the winning determination result is "missing", the determination ratio of "chance eye A" is "chance eye B". It is set to be higher than the decision rate of. Further, even when the determination result at the time of winning is "big hit", the determination ratio of "chance eye A" is set to be higher than the determination ratio of "chance eye B". Further, when the winning determination result is "big hit", the determination ratio of "chance eye B" is set to be sufficiently higher than when the winning determination result is "missing". With such a setting, when the chance eye notice is executed after the countdown notice is executed by the countdown stop pattern, the chance eye notice is executed at a higher rate than the ratio executed by "chance eye B", and the "chance eye" is executed. It will be executed by "A". The chance eye notice determination table referred to in step S715 is a table different from the chance eye notice determination table referred to in the process of step S710, that is, the table referred to when the countdown notice is not executed. You may. For example, the table referred to in step S715 may be a table in which there is no chance eye B as a determination result and there is only a chance eye A. By using such a table, the chance eye A is always determined when the chance eye notice is executed after the countdown notice.

After executing the process of step S715, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is determined in step S715 that there is a chance eye notice (“chance eye A” or “chance eye B”) (step S716). When it is determined in step S716 that there is a chance eye notice (step S716; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines the chance eye notice timing pattern. In the chance eye notice timing pattern determination table referred to in step S717, as shown in FIG. 18A, as a continuation pattern regardless of whether the winning determination result is “big hit” or “missing”. It is determined to be "CTP2-1".

After executing the process of step S717, the effect control CPU 120 displays the data indicating the determination result of the process of step S715 and step S717 in the reserved data storage unit according to the new start winning prize. And memorize it (step S713). For example, as shown in FIG. 13 (A), the data indicating "chance eye A" as the type of chance eye notice and "CTP2-" as the chance eye notice timing pattern are associated with the hold number 4 in the hold data storage unit. The data indicating "1" is stored. If "no chance notice" is determined in step S715, the data indicating the type of chance notice and the chance notice timing pattern can be specified is not stored in the reserved data storage unit.

After executing the process of step S713, or when it is determined in step S714 that the countdown notice pattern is not CDP3-2 (step S714; No), or when it is determined in step S716 that the countdown notice pattern is determined without notice. (Step S716; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the chance eye advance notice determination process.

After executing the chance eye advance notice determination process in step S162 shown in FIG. 12, the effect control CPU 120 executes the hold display setting process (step S163). The hold display setting process updates the first hold display on the first hold display unit 5HR and the second hold display on the second hold display unit 5HL when the first start prize or the second start prize occurs. Includes processing for. Further, the hold display setting process includes a determination process and a setting process for executing the hold display change effect by using, for example, the storage data of the hold data storage unit provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 121.

As an example, in the hold display setting process, it is determined whether or not an effect control command (start opening prize designation command, winning judgment result command, hold storage number notification command, etc.) transmitted at the time of starting winning has been received, and holding (holding (holding) It is determined whether or not there is a countdown notice target (notice target) in the hold memory), and whether or not there is a chance eye notice target in the hold. Then, when there is no target for the countdown notice or the chance eye notice, the presence or absence of the hold display change effect, such as whether or not to execute the hold display change effect, and the type of effect when the hold display change effect is executed are determined. .. Then, when the hold display change effect is determined, it is determined whether or not there is a display change indicating whether or not the display mode of the hold display is changed as the execution result of the hold display change effect.

For example, when the hold display change success effect is executed after the hold display change common effect is executed in the hold display change effect, the display mode of the hold display changes, so that there is a display change. On the other hand, when the hold display change failure effect is executed after the hold display change common effect is executed in the hold display change effect, the display mode of the hold display does not change, so that there is no display change. By determining the presence or absence of the display change in this way, it is determined whether to execute the hold display change success effect or the hold display change failure effect. Then, when there is a display change, it is determined to be one of a plurality of reserved display change patterns prepared in advance. Further, regardless of whether or not there is a display change, it is determined to be one of a plurality of change effect timing patterns prepared in advance. Then, the data indicating these determination results so as to be identifiable is stored in the hold data storage unit in association with the hold number corresponding to the new start winning prize.

Further, in the hold display setting process, the hold display is updated at the time of starting winning. For example, when the number of reserved 1st special figure is increased by 1 due to the passing (entry) of the game ball through the 1st starting winning opening, the 1st reserved display on the 1st reserved display unit 5HR is increased by 1. Add a new first hold display. On the other hand, when the number of second special figure hold storage increases by 1 due to the game ball passing (entering) through the second start winning opening, the second hold display on the second hold display unit 5HL is increased by 1. Add a new second hold display. For example, the normal display mode in the first hold display and the second hold display is a round plain white display.

After executing the hold display setting process in step S163 shown in FIG. 12, the effect control CPU 120 has a value of the effect process flag provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 (for example, the effect control flag setting unit) (initially, “0””. In accordance with (), one of the following processes of steps S170 to S176 is selected and executed (see FIG. 12).

The variable display start waiting process in step S170 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “0”. This variable display start waiting process displays the decorative symbol on the screen of the image display device 5 in a variable manner based on whether or not the first variable start command or the second variable start command transmitted from the main board 11 is received. It includes a process for determining whether or not to start. The first variation start command is an effect control command for notifying that the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A is started. The second variation start command is an effect control command for notifying that the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B is started. When either the first fluctuation start command or the second fluctuation start command is received, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "1".

The variable display start setting process in step S171 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “1”. This variable display start setting process is performed on the screen of the image display device 5 in response to the start of variable display of the special symbol in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. In order to perform variable display of decorative symbols in, and other various production operations, it includes processing to determine fixed decorative symbols and various production control patterns according to the variation pattern of special symbols and the type of display result. .. When the variable display start setting process is executed, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "2".

The variable display effect process in step S172 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “2”. In this variable display effect processing, various controls are performed from the effect control pattern determined in step S171 in response to the timer value in the effect control process timer provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 (effect control timer setting unit, etc.). It includes processing for reading data and performing various effect controls (for example, advance notice effect operation control, reach effect operation control, etc.) during variable display of decorative symbols. Further, in the variable display effect processing, the final stop display as the final stop symbol, which is the variable display result of the decorative symbol, is completely stopped and displayed in response to the reception of the symbol confirmation command transmitted from the main board 11. (Derived display) processing is included. It should be noted that, in response to the fact that the end code is read from the predetermined effect control pattern, the fixed decorative symbol may be displayed as a complete stop display (derivative display). In this case, when the variable display time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern specified by the fluctuation pattern designation command elapses, the effect control board 12 autonomously operates without using the effect control command from the main board 11. The variable display result can be confirmed by deriving and displaying the fixed decorative pattern. After performing such effect control, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "3".

The variable display stop process in step S173 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “3”. In the variable display stop process, the jackpot game state starts based on the variable display result notified by the variable display result notification command and the determination result of whether or not the jackpot start designation command transmitted from the main board 11 is received. It includes a process of determining whether or not the command is to be performed. Then, when the variable display result corresponds to "big hit" and the big hit game state is started, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "4", while the variable display result corresponds to "miss". If the big hit game state is not started, the effect process flag is cleared and the value is initialized to "0".

The jackpot display process in step S174 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “4”. This jackpot display process includes a process for executing a jackpot notification effect (fanfare effect) for notifying the start of a jackpot gaming state based on the reception of a jackpot start designation command transmitted from the main board 11. There is. Then, when the execution of the jackpot notification effect is completed, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "5".

The jackpot effect process in step S175 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “5”. In this big hit middle effect process, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the effect content in the big hit game state, and displays the effect image based on the set content on the screen of the image display device 5. Or, the sound and sound effects are output from the speakers 8L and 8R by the output of the command (sound effect signal) to the voice control board 13, and the game effect lamp 9 and decoration are output by the output of the command (illumination signal) to the lamp control board 14. Various effect controls in the big hit game state, such as turning on / off / blinking the LED for, are executed. Further, in the big hit middle effect processing, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to "6" in response to receiving, for example, the big hit end designation command transmitted from the main board 11.

The jackpot end effect process in step S176 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “6”. In this jackpot end effect process, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the end of the jackpot game state, and displays an effect image based on the set contents on the screen of the image display device 5. Or, the sound and sound effects are output from the speakers 8L and 8R by the output of the command (sound effect signal) to the voice control board 13, and the game effect lamp 9 and decoration are output by the output of the command (illumination signal) to the lamp control board 14. Various effect controls at the end of the big hit game state, such as turning on / off / blinking the LED for, are executed. After that, the effect process flag is cleared and the value is initialized to "0".

FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S171 of FIG. 12 as the variable display start setting process. In the variable display start setting process shown in FIG. 19, the effect control CPU 120 first updates the stored contents in the reserved data storage unit (step S300). That is, the data in the storage area corresponding to the hold number "1" is read out by the hold data storage unit, and the storage area lower than the hold number "1" (the storage area corresponding to the hold numbers "2" to "4"). The data of is shifted up one entry at a time. The data read at this time may be stored in, for example, a hold data buffer and temporarily stored. Subsequently, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the special figure display result is "missing" based on, for example, a variable display result notification command transmitted from the main board 11 (step S301). When it is determined that the special figure display result is "missing" (step S301; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 receives, for example, a variation pattern specified by the variation pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11. It is determined whether or not the pattern is a non-reach variation pattern corresponding to the case of “non-reach” in which the variable display mode of the decorative pattern is not the reach mode (step S302).

If it is determined in step S302 that the pattern is a non-reach fluctuation pattern (step S302; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is the chance eye advance notice timing (step S303). In the process of step S303, the effect control CPU 120 has a hold number associated with the chance eye notice timing pattern for the chance eye notice timing pattern stored in the hold data storage unit whose storage contents have been updated by the process of step S300. It is determined whether or not the designation of the chance eye notice timing that matches the above is included. For example, when any of the chance eye advance notice timing patterns CTP3-1 and CTP3-2 shown in FIG. 18B is stored in association with the hold number "3" in the hold data storage unit, the hold number " Since the designation of the chance eye notice timing that matches "3" is included, it is determined that the chance eye notice timing will be reached. When any of the chance eye notice timing patterns CTP3-1, CTP2-1 and CTP3-2 is stored in association with the hold number "2" in the hold data storage unit, it matches the hold number "2". Since the designation of the chance eye notice timing is included, it is determined that the chance eye notice timing will be reached. Further, when any of the chance eye advance notice timing patterns CTP3-1 and CTP2-1 is stored in association with the hold number "1" in the hold data storage unit, there is a chance that the hold number "1" is matched. Since the designation of the eye notice timing is included, it is determined that the chance eye notice timing will be reached.

When it is determined in step S303 that it is not the chance eye notice timing (step S303; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines the combination of the final stop symbols constituting the non-reach combination (step S304). .. As an example, in the process of step S304, first, a random number value for determining a left-determined symbol updated by an effect random counter or the like provided in a predetermined area of the random number circuit 124 or RAM 122 (for example, an effect control counter setting unit) is shown. By extracting the numerical data and referring to the left confirmed symbol determination table prepared in advance stored in the ROM 121, the “left” decorative symbol display area 5L in the display area of the image display device 5 among the confirmed decorative symbols is displayed. Determine the left fixed decorative pattern that is displayed as a stop. Next, the numerical data indicating the random number value for right-determined symbol determination updated by the random number circuit 124 or the random counter for effect is extracted, and the right-determined symbol determination table stored in advance in ROM 121 and prepared is referred to. For example, among the fixed decorative symbols, the right fixed decorative symbol to be stopped and displayed in the “right” decorative symbol display area 5R in the display area of the image display device 5 is determined. At this time, it is preferable that the symbol number of the right confirmed decorative symbol is determined to be different from the symbol number of the left confirmed decorative symbol by the setting in the right confirmed symbol determination table or the like. Subsequently, numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the medium-determined symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the random counter for effect is extracted, and the medium-determined symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 and prepared is referred to. For example, among the fixed decorative symbols, the medium fixed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the “middle” decorative symbol display area 5C in the display area of the image display device 5 is determined. Here, when the fixed decoration symbol becomes a chance eye, for example, when the symbol number of the middle confirmed decorative symbol, the symbol number of the left confirmed decorative symbol, and the symbol number of the right confirmed decorative symbol are odd or even. By adding or subtracting an arbitrary value (for example, "1") to the symbol number of the medium-determined decorative symbol, the confirmed decorative symbol may be a non-reach combination without becoming a chance eye.

Further, when it is determined in step S303 that it is the chance eye notice timing (step S303; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 has a chance eye according to the type of the chance eye notice stored in the hold data storage unit. The combination of the definite decorative symbols to be the final stop symbols constituting the above is determined (step S305). In step S305, the effect control CPU 120 is a white pattern when, for example, the data indicating the chance eye A as the type of the chance eye notice shown in FIG. 17B is stored in the reserved data storage unit. The combination of the definite decorative symbols is determined by any of the decorative symbols of "2", "4", "6" and "8", that is, even-numbered decorative symbols, and the data indicating the chance eye B is stored in the reserved data storage unit. When it is, the combination of the definite decorative symbols is determined by any of the decorative symbols "1", "3", "5" and "7" which are the intermediate coating symbols, that is, the odd decorative symbols. As a decision table for determining the combination of the final stop symbols that make up the chance eye, the left confirmed symbol determination table for each chance eye (for chance eye A or chance eye B) and the right confirmation table. The symbol determination table and the middle confirmation symbol determination table may be stored and prepared in advance in the ROM 121.

After executing the process of step S305, the effect control CPU 120 determines a special image (step S305a). FIG. 20 shows a determination example of a special image. In this embodiment, as an example, when the type of chance eye notice is "chance eye A" as shown in FIG. 20, it is determined to be mode A in which a message such as "chance eye occurrence!" Is described in the frame. Will be done. In the following, the special image according to the aspect A is simply referred to as "occurrence of chance!". Further, when the type of the chance eye notice is "chance eye B", the mode B in which a message such as "chance is approaching!" Is described in the frame is determined. In the following, the special image according to the aspect B is simply referred to as "chance is approaching!". As described above, when the chance eye notice by "chance eye B" is executed, the jackpot expectation is higher than when the chance eye notice by "chance eye A" is executed. Therefore, when "Chance is approaching!" Is displayed on the image display device 5, it is notified that the jackpot expectation is higher than when "Chance eye occurrence!" Is displayed on the image display device 5. In this way, it suffices if it can be suggested that the variable display result may be a "big hit" depending on the mode of the special image.

In this embodiment, as described above, the special image is determined by associating the type of the chance eye notice with the special image in a one-to-one relationship, but the determination of the special image is limited to the above method. Not done. For example, the special image may be determined to be one of a plurality of images at different ratios depending on whether the variable display result is "big hit" or "missing" regardless of the type of chance eye notice. .. Even in this way, it can be suggested that the variable display result becomes a "big hit" depending on the mode of the special image. Further, the special image may be determined as one of a plurality of images based on the winning determination result by pre-reading. The special image is not limited to the image in which the predetermined message is described in the frame. For example, the special image may be an image in which a predetermined message is not described in the frame, that is, an image having only a frame, an image having only a message, a character image, an item image, or the like.

After executing the process of step S305a, the effect control CPU 120 sets the display start setting of the special image (step S305b). In this embodiment, as an example, the display start timing of the special image is set after the definite decorative pattern constituting the chance eye is stopped and displayed. By executing the process of step S305b, the special image determined in step S305a is displayed after the definite decorative pattern constituting the chance eye is stopped and displayed.

If it is determined in step S302 that the pattern is not a non-reach fluctuation pattern (step S302; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines a combination of fixed decorative symbols that is the final stop symbol constituting the reach combination. (Step S306). As an example, in the process of step S306, first, numerical data indicating a random number value for determining a left-right confirmed symbol updated by a random number circuit 124 or a random counter for effect is extracted, and left and right stored in advance in ROM 121 and prepared. By referring to the finalized symbol determination table, among the finalized decorative symbols, the symbol numbers that are stopped and displayed in the "left" and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R in the display area of the image display device 5 are displayed. Determine the same decorative pattern. Further, the numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the medium-determined symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the random counter for effect is extracted, and the medium-determined symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 and prepared is referred to. Therefore, among the fixed decorative symbols, the medium fixed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the “middle” decorative symbol display area 5C in the display area of the image display device 5 is determined. Here, if the fixed decoration symbol becomes a big hit combination, for example, when the symbol number of the middle fixed decorative symbol is the same as the symbol number of the left fixed decorative symbol and the right fixed decorative symbol, an arbitrary value is used. By adding or subtracting (for example, "1") to the symbol number of the medium-fixed decorative symbol, the confirmed decorative symbol may be a reach combination instead of a jackpot combination. Alternatively, when determining the medium-determined decorative symbol, the difference (design difference) between the left-fixed decorative symbol and the right-fixed decorative symbol may be determined, and the medium-determined decorative symbol corresponding to the symbol difference may be set. .. In addition, for example, when the symbol number of the middle fixed decorative symbol is odd or even and the symbol number of the left fixed decorative symbol and the right fixed decorative symbol is odd or even, the fixed decorative symbol becomes a chance eye. May add or subtract an arbitrary value (for example, "1") to the symbol number of the medium-determined decorative symbol so that the confirmed decorative symbol does not become a chance eye and becomes a reach combination.

Further, when it is determined in step S301 that the special symbol display result is not "missing" (step S301; No), the combination of the final stop symbols constituting the jackpot combination is determined (step S307). .. As an example, in the process of step S307, first, numerical data indicating a random number value for determining a jackpot confirmed symbol updated by a random number circuit 124, a random counter for effect, or the like is extracted. Subsequently, for example, by referring to the jackpot confirmation symbol determination table stored and prepared in advance in the ROM 121 according to the jackpot type specified by the display result designation command transmitted from the main board 11, the image display device 5 Determines a decorative symbol having the same symbol number that is stopped and displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right" in the display area of. At this time, depending on whether the variable display content is "non-probability (big hit)" or "probable change (big hit)", and whether or not the big hit medium promotion effect is executed, a normal symbol (for example, an even number) is displayed. It suffices to determine whether the decorative symbol (decorative symbol to be shown) or the probabilistic symbol (for example, the decorative symbol indicating an odd number) is to be the definite decorative symbol. In the big hit middle promotion effect, the combination of decorative symbols (non-probable change big hit combination) that reminds the big hit but does not remind the probability change state is temporarily stopped and displayed in the image display device 5, and then the big hit game state or the big hit game state. It is an effect to notify whether or not a probable change state is reached at the end of.

As a specific example, when the variable display content is "non-probability change (big hit)", a fixed decoration symbol is determined from a plurality of types of normal symbols. In addition, when it is decided that the variable display content is "probability change (big hit)" and the promotion effect during the big hit is not executed, the definite decoration symbol is determined from among a plurality of types of probabilistic symbols. On the other hand, when it is decided to execute the big hit middle promotion effect even if the variable display content is "probability change (big hit)", the fixed decorative symbol is decided from among a plurality of types of normal symbols. As a result, even though the probabilistic symbols are aligned and displayed as the definite decorative symbols, it is possible to prevent the big hit middle promotion effect from being executed so as not to give the player a sense of distrust.

In the process of step S307, when the variable display content is "non-probability (big hit)" or "probability (big hit)", it is determined whether or not to execute the probabilistic promotion effect such as the re-lottery effect or the big hit medium promotion effect. You may. In the re-lottery effect, it is once difficult or unrecognizable to be controlled to the probabilistic state by temporarily displaying the decorative symbol of the non-probable variable jackpot combination consisting of the same normal symbol during the variable display of the decorative symbol. It is possible to notify that the decorative symbol is controlled to the probabilistic state by variablely displaying (re-variating) the decorative symbol again and stopping and displaying the decorative symbol of the probabilistic jackpot combination consisting of the same probabilistic symbol. In some cases, the decorative symbol of the non-probable change jackpot combination is stopped and displayed after the decorative symbol is re-variated by the re-lottery effect, so that it is not notified that the decorative symbol is controlled to the probable change state. When it is determined in the process of step S307 that the re-lottery effect is to be executed, a combination of decorative symbols to be temporarily stopped and displayed may be determined before the re-lottery effect is executed.

After executing the processes of steps S304, S305b, S306, and S307, the effect control CPU 120 performs a special image switching setting process (step S320). In the special image switching setting process, settings for switching from the special image to the preview image are made based on the stored contents of the reserved data storage unit and the like. After executing the process of step S320, the effect control CPU 120 performs the countdown notice setting process (step S321). In the countdown notice setting process, the countdown notice execution setting is performed when the countdown notice execution condition is satisfied based on the stored contents of the reserved data storage unit or the like. After executing the process of step S321, the effect control CPU 120 performs a change effect setting process for setting the execution of the hold display change effect and the active display change effect (step S322). In the change effect setting process, when the execution condition of the hold display change effect is satisfied based on the stored contents of the hold data storage unit or the like, the execution setting of the hold display change effect is performed. After that, the effect control CPU 120 determines the effect control pattern to be one of a plurality of prepared patterns (step S323). For example, the effect control CPU 120 selects one of a plurality of prepared effect control patterns (special figure variation effect control pattern) corresponding to the variation pattern indicated by the variation pattern designation command, and uses the effect pattern as the effect pattern. set. Further, the effect control CPU 120 sets the display start of the special image in step S305b, the special image switching setting by the special image switching setting process of step S320, the countdown notice execution setting by the countdown notice setting process of step S321, and the step S322. Various effect control patterns (special image display control pattern, special image switching control pattern, countdown notice control pattern, display change) are prepared in response to the execution settings of the hold display change effect and active display change effect by the change effect setting process. Select one of the effect control patterns, etc.) and set it as the usage pattern.

Following the process of step S323, the effect control CPU 120 is provided with an effect control process timer in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 (such as an effect control timer setting unit) in response to a variation pattern designated by, for example, a variation pattern designation command. The initial value of is set (step S324). Then, the effect control CPU 120 sets on the screen of the image display device 5 to start the variation of the decorative pattern or the like (step S325). At this time, for example, the display control command specified by the display control data included in the effect control pattern (effect control pattern when the special figure fluctuates) determined in the process of step S323 is transmitted to the VDP of the display control unit 123. For example, the variation of the decorative symbol may be started in each of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided in the display area of the image display device 5.

After executing the process of step S325, the effect control CPU 120 erases each command read from the start winning command buffer, and the storage area lower than the hold display number "1" is used for the start winning command buffer. The start opening winning designation command and the hold storage number notification command stored in the storage area corresponding to the hold display numbers "2" to "3" are shifted to the upper position one entry at a time. By such processing, the command corresponding to the variable display executed this time can be digested.

Subsequently, the effect control CPU 120 updates the first hold display in the first hold display unit 5HR, the second hold display in the second hold display unit 5HL, and the like in response to the start of variable display of the decorative symbol. (Step S326). For example, when the special figure game using the first special figure is executed (started), the display part (the display part at the left end) corresponding to the hold number "1" is deleted in the first hold display unit 5HR. At the same time as (digesting), the first hold display in the display portion corresponding to the other hold numbers "2" to "4" is moved (shifted) one by one to the left. On the other hand, when the special figure game using the second special figure is executed (started), the display part (the rightmost display part) corresponding to the hold number "1" is deleted in the second hold display unit 5HL. At the same time as (digesting), the second hold display in the display portion corresponding to the other hold numbers "2" to "4" is moved (shifted) one by one to the right. Further, in the process of step S326, a setting for updating the active display in the active display unit AHA is also made. For example, when the first hold display corresponding to the hold number "1" is erased (digested) in the first hold display unit 5HR, the active display unit similar to the erased (digested) first hold display is displayed. Start with AHA. On the other hand, when the second hold display corresponding to the hold number "1" is erased (digested) in the second hold display unit 5HL, the same active display as the erased (digested) second hold display is actively displayed. Start at part AHA. After that, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "2", which is a value corresponding to the effect process during variable display (step S327), and then the variable display start setting process is terminated.

FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing an example of the special image switching setting process executed in step S320 of FIG. In the special image switching setting process shown in FIG. 21, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the special image display flag provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 (for example, the effect control flag setting unit) is in the ON state. (Step S801). The special image display flag is a flag that is turned on in step S374 described later. When it is determined in step S801 that the special image display flag is in the ON state (step S801; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the current variable display is the variable display of the target (step). S802). In step S802, for example, when the data read in step S300 includes data indicating the type of chance eye notice and the chance eye notice timing pattern so as to be identifiable, this variable display is the variable display of the target. It may be determined that there is.

When it is determined in step S802 that the target is not variable display (step S802; No), the effect control CPU 120 specifies whether or not there is a chance eye notice (step S803). In step S803, the presence or absence of the chance eye notice may be specified depending on whether or not the data indicating the chance eye notice timing pattern including the current variable display is stored in the reserved data storage unit as the execution timing of the chance eye notice. After executing the process of step S803, the effect control CPU 120 determines the preview image (step S804). In step S804, the effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the preview image updated by the random number circuit 124, the random counter for effect, or the like, and determines the advance image stored in advance in the ROM 121. The preview image may be determined by referring to the table or the like.

FIG. 22A shows a configuration example of the preview image determination table used in step S804. In the preview image determination table shown in FIG. 22 (A), for example, the numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value for determining the advance notice image is one of a plurality of advance notice images depending on the presence or absence of the chance eye advance notice. It suffices if it is assigned to the decision result. In this embodiment, as an example, as shown in FIG. 22 (A), as a preview image, an image in which a message such as "pre-reading continuation" is described in a frame (hereinafter, simply referred to as "pre-reading continuation"). Or, an image (hereinafter, simply referred to as "pre-reading continuation (?)") In which a message such as "pre-reading continuation (?)" Is described is set in the frame.

In the preview image determination table referred to in step S804, as shown in FIG. 22 (A), when there is a chance eye advance notice, the determination ratio of "pre-reading continuation" is the determination of "pre-reading continuation (?)". It is set to be higher than the ratio. In addition, if there is no notice of chance, it is set to be determined as "continue pre-reading (?)". With such a setting, when "Continue look-ahead" is displayed, the fixed decorative pattern constituting the chance eye is stopped and displayed, while "Continue read-ahead (?)" Is displayed. In some cases, the definite decorative symbol constituting the chance eye may be stopped and displayed, or the definite decorative symbol constituting the chance eye may not be stopped and displayed.

Further, when it is determined in step S802 that the target is variable display (step S802; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 specifies the variable display result and the presence / absence of reach (step S805). In step S805, the variable display result and the presence / absence of reach may be specified based on the variable display result notification command, the variable pattern designation command, and the like transmitted from the main board 11.

After executing the process of step S805, the effect control CPU 120 determines the preview image (step S806). In step S806, the effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the preview image updated by the random number circuit 124, the random counter for effect, or the like, and determines the advance image stored in advance in the ROM 121. The preview image may be determined by referring to the table or the like.

FIG. 22B shows a configuration example of the preview image determination table used in step S806. In the preview image determination table shown in FIG. 22B, for example, the variable display result is compared with the random number value for determining the preview image depending on whether the variable display result is "big hit" or "missing" and whether or not there is reach. Numerical value (decision value) is assigned to the determination result of any of the plurality of preview images. In this embodiment, as an example, as a preview image as shown in FIG. 22B, an image in which a message such as "reach" is described in a frame (hereinafter, simply referred to as "reach") or a frame. An image with a message such as "reach (?)" Inside (hereinafter, simply referred to as "reach (?)"), And an image with a message such as "opportunity" in the frame (hereinafter, simply "opportunity"). An image (hereinafter, simply referred to as "opportunity (?)") In which a message such as "opportunity (?)" Is described is set in the frame.

In the preview image determination table referred to in step S806, as shown in FIG. 22B, when the variable display result is “miss” and there is reach (in the case of reach), the determination ratio of “reach” is It is set to be higher than the decision rate of "reach (?)". In addition, when there is no reach (non-reach), it is set to always be determined as "reach (?)". Further, when the variable display result is "big hit", the determination ratio of "reach" is set to be higher than the determination ratio of "reach (?)". With such a setting, when "reach" is displayed, the variable display state of the decorative symbol becomes the reach state, while when "reach (?)" Is displayed, the variable display of the decorative symbol is displayed. The state may be in the reach state, or the variable display state of the decorative pattern may not be in the reach state.

Further, in the preview image determination table referred to in step S806, as shown in FIG. 22B, when the variable display result is "big hit", the determination ratio of "opportunity" is "opportunity (?)". It is set to be higher than the decision rate. Further, when the variable display result is "missing", it is set so that it may be determined as "opportunity (?)" Instead of being determined as "opportunity". With such a setting, when "opportunity" is displayed, the variable display result is "big hit", while when "opportunity (?)" Is displayed, the variable display result is "big hit". Or the variable display result may be "missing".

After executing the processes of steps S804 and S806, the effect control CPU 120 turns off the specific image display flag (step S807). After executing the process of step S807, or when it is determined in step S801 that the special image display flag is in the off state (step S801; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the special image switching setting process.

FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing an example of the countdown notice setting process executed in step S321 of FIG. In the countdown notice setting process shown in FIG. 23, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the countdown notice timing is reached because the execution condition of the countdown notice is satisfied (step S501). In step S501, the effect control CPU 120 determines the countdown notice timing that matches the hold number associated with the countdown notice pattern for the countdown notice pattern stored in the hold data storage unit whose storage contents have been updated by the process of step S300. Judge whether or not the specification of is included.

For example, when any of the countdown notice patterns CDP3-2 and CDP3-0 shown in FIG. 15B is stored in association with the hold number "3" in the hold data storage unit, the hold number "3" is stored. Since the designation of the countdown notice timing that matches the above is included, it is determined that the countdown notice timing will be reached. Countdown notice pattern When either CDP3-2 or CDP3-0 is stored in association with the hold number "2" in the hold data storage unit, the countdown notice timing that matches the hold number "2" is specified. Is included, so it is determined that the countdown notice timing will be reached. When the countdown notice pattern CDP3-0 is stored in association with the hold number "1" in the hold data storage unit, the countdown notice timing corresponding to the hold number "1" is specified. It is determined that the countdown notice timing will be reached. Further, in the process of step S501, it may be determined whether or not it is the countdown notice timing for executing the countdown notice in the variable display of the target. In this case, the countdown notice pattern shown in the data read from the hold data storage unit (data stored in the hold data buffer or the like and temporarily stored) in the process of step S300 is specified. When the specified countdown notice pattern is CDP3-0, it may be determined that the countdown notice timing is reached.

When it is determined in step S501 that the countdown notice timing is reached (step S501; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the variable display to be started this time is before the three fluctuations of the variable display of the target (step S501; Yes). Step S502). When it is determined in step S502 that it is before the three fluctuations of the variable display of the target (step S502; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 makes a setting for displaying the countdown image indicating "3" (step S503). ). When it is determined in step S502 that the variable display of the target is not before the three fluctuations (step S502; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the variable display started this time is before the two fluctuations of the variable display of the target. Is determined (step S504). When it is determined in step S504 that the target is before two fluctuations in the variable display (step S504; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 makes a setting for displaying a countdown image indicating "2" (step S505). ). When it is determined in step S504 that the variable display of the target is not before the two fluctuations (step S504; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the variable display started this time is one fluctuation before the variable display of the target. Is determined (step S506). When it is determined in step S506 that one change before the variable display of the target has occurred (step S506; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 makes a setting for displaying a countdown image indicating "1" (step S507). ). When it is determined in step S506 that it is not one change before the variable display of the target (step S506; No), the effect control CPU 120 makes a setting for displaying a countdown image indicating "0" (step S508). ..

After executing the processes of steps S503, S505, and S507, or when it is determined in step S501 that it is not the countdown notice timing (step S501; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the countdown notice setting process.

Further, in the change effect setting process executed in step S322 of FIG. 19, it is determined whether or not the hold display change timing, which is the execution timing of the hold display change effect, is reached, and it is determined that the hold display change timing is reached. Is set to execute the hold display change effect. In the execution setting of the hold display change effect, the storage content of the hold display change pattern in the hold data storage unit and the display mode in the current hold display are specified, and whether or not to change the display mode is set or when the display mode is changed. It suffices to set the display mode after the change, the setting for executing the hold display change common effect, and the like. Further, in the execution setting of the hold display change effect, among the active display change effects, the execution setting of the display color change effect that changes the display color of the active display based on the determination result of the hold display change pattern may be set. In this case, the hold display change pattern shown in the data read from the hold data storage unit in the process of step S300 is specified, and the display mode to be displayed after the active display change effect is executed or the active display is set. It suffices to make settings for executing the change common effect.

Further, in the change effect setting process, it is determined whether or not the display color change effect is executed during the active display, and if it is determined that the display color change effect is executed, the change effect setting process is terminated. When it is determined that the display color change effect is not executed, it is determined whether or not the icon display change effect is executed among the active display change effects. Then, when there is an icon display change effect, a process of determining one of a plurality of icon display change patterns prepared in advance is performed.

FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S172 of FIG. 12 as the effect process during variable display. In the variable display during effect process shown in FIG. 24, first, it is determined whether or not the variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern has elapsed based on, for example, the timer value of the effect control process timer (step S341). As an example, in the process of step S341, when the timer value of the effect control process timer is updated (for example, 1 is subtracted) and the end code is read from the effect control pattern corresponding to the updated effect control process timer value. In addition, it may be determined that the variable display time has elapsed.

If the variable display time has not elapsed in step S341 (step S341; No), it is determined whether or not it is the special image switching period for switching the special image to the preview image (step S342). The special image switching period may be predetermined, for example, in the effect control pattern (special image switching control pattern) determined in the process of step S323 shown in FIG. If it is determined in step S343 that the special image switching period is in effect (step S342; Yes), the special image switching control is performed (step S343). In the process of step S343, various commands created based on the setting of the special image switching control pattern are transmitted to the display control unit 123. As a result, the special image displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 may be changed to a preview image and displayed.

After executing the process of step S343, or when it is determined in step S343 that it is not the special image switching period (step S342; No), it is determined whether or not it is the countdown notice period for executing the countdown notice. (Step S344). The countdown notice period may be predetermined, for example, in the effect control pattern (countdown notice control pattern) determined in the process of step S323 shown in FIG. If it is determined in step S344 that the countdown notice period is reached (step S344; Yes), the countdown notice control for executing the countdown notice is performed (step S345). In the process of step S345, various commands created based on the setting of the countdown notice control pattern are transmitted to the display control unit 123, the voice control board 13, the lamp control board 14, and the like. As a result, a predetermined effect image such as a countdown image is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED are turned on or blinked. Alternatively, it is sufficient that the countdown notice can be executed by a predetermined effect device by turning off the lights or by combining some or all of them.

Whether or not it is the hold display change effect period for executing the hold display change effect when it is determined in step S344 that it is not the countdown notice period (step S344; No) or after the process of step S345 is executed. (Step S346). The hold display change effect period may be predetermined, for example, in the effect control pattern (display change effect control pattern) determined in the process of step S323 shown in FIG. If it is determined in step S346 that the hold display change effect period is in effect (step S346; Yes), the hold display change effect control for executing the hold display change effect is performed (step S347). In the process of step S347, various commands created based on the setting of the display change effect control pattern are transmitted to the display control unit 123, the voice control board 13, the lamp control board 14, and the like. As a result, a predetermined effect image is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED are turned on, blinking or extinguished. It suffices that the hold display change effect can be executed by a predetermined effect device by the above, or by combining a part or all of them.

When it is determined in step S346 that it is not the hold display change effect period (step S346; No), or after the process of step S347 is executed, it is an active display change effect period for executing the active display change effect. Whether or not it is determined (step S348). The active display change effect period may be predetermined, for example, in the effect control pattern (display change effect control pattern) determined in the process of step S323 shown in FIG. In the case of the active display change effect period (step S348; Yes), the active display change effect control for executing the active display change effect is performed (step S349). The hold display change effect and the active display change effect may be executed by performing a common effect control. In this case, instead of the processing of steps S346 to S349, it is determined whether or not the display change effect period is common to the hold display change effect and the active display change effect, and when it is determined that the display change effect period is set. Should be controlled to execute the hold display change effect and the active display change effect according to the display change effect control pattern.

When it is determined in step S348 that it is not the active display change effect period (step S348; No), or after the process of step S349 is executed, whether or not it is the reach effect period for executing the reach effect is determined. Determination (step S350). The reach effect period may be predetermined, for example, in an effect control pattern determined according to a fluctuation pattern. When it is determined in step S350 that the reach effect period is reached (step S350; Yes), the reach effect control for executing the reach effect is performed (step S351).

When it is determined in step S350 that the reach effect period is not reached (step S350; No), or after the process of step S351 is executed, for example, based on the setting in the effect control pattern determined corresponding to the fluctuation pattern. In addition, control for executing the effect during the variable display including the variable display operation of the decorative symbol is performed (step S352).

When it is determined in step S341 that the variable display time has elapsed (step S341; Yes), it is determined whether or not the symbol determination command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received (step S370). At this time, if the symbol confirmation command is not received (step S370; No), the variable display effect processing is terminated and the process is waited for. If the predetermined time elapses without receiving the symbol confirmation command after the variable display time has elapsed, the predetermined error processing is executed in response to the failure to normally receive the symbol confirmation command. You may do so.

When it is determined in step S370 that the symbol confirmation command has been received (step S370; Yes), for example, a predetermined display control command is transmitted to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123. Control is performed to derive and display the final stop symbol (fixed decorative symbol) that is the display result in the variable display (step S371). After executing the process of step S371, it is determined whether or not to display the special image (step S372). In step S372, for example, when the special image display control pattern is set as the used pattern in step S323 shown in FIG. 19, it may be determined that the special image is displayed.

When it is determined in step S372 that the special image is to be displayed (step S372; Yes), the special image display control for displaying the special image is performed (step S373). After that, the special image display flag is turned on (step S374).

After executing the process of step S374 or when it is determined in step S372 that the special image is not displayed (step S372; No), a predetermined fixed time is set as the waiting time for receiving the hit start designation command. (Step S375). Then, after updating the value of the effect process flag to "3", which is a value corresponding to the special figure hit wait process (step S376), the variable display effect process is terminated.

Next, the timing of the chance eye notice and the execution timing of the special effect will be described with reference to FIG. 25. In addition, FIG. 25A describes the case of the chance eye notice timing pattern CTP3-1, and FIG. 25B describes the case of the chance eye notice timing pattern CTP3-2.

For example, as shown in FIG. 25 (A), at the timing T1 during execution of the variable display K1, the target variable display is held (stored) as the fourth hold storage (target hold occurrence). In addition, all the reserved memories are variable display of the second special figure. Based on the fact that the variable display to be the target is held, the hold display (hold display of the target) corresponding to the variable display of the target is displayed on the second hold display unit 5HL in the image display device 5.

At the timing T2 when the variable display K1 ends and the next variable display K2 starts, the hold display of the target shifts. Then, at the timing T3 at which the fixed decoration symbol is stopped and displayed on the variable display K2, the fixed decoration symbols constituting the chance eyes such as "1", "3", and "5" are stopped and displayed as a chance eye notice. After that, as a special image, "Chance is approaching!" Is displayed on the image display device 5. At the timing T4 when the variable display K2 ends and the next variable display K3 starts, the hold display of the target shifts. Even when the variable display K3 is started, the special image "Chance approaching!" Is still displayed on the image display device 5.

When the variable display K3 is started and a predetermined period elapses, the special image "Chance is approaching!" Is switched to "Continue look-ahead" as a preview image. Then, at the timing T5 at which the fixed decorative pattern is stopped and displayed on the variable display K3, the advance notice image "pre-reading continuation" is deleted from the image display device 5, and as a chance eye advance notice, for example, "7", "1", and " The definite decorative pattern that constitutes the chance eye such as "3" is stopped and displayed. After that, as a special image, "Chance is approaching!" Is displayed on the image display device 5. In this embodiment, after the first special effect is executed from the first display of the special image to the deletion of the preview image, until the second special effect is executed (then the special image is displayed). Until it is displayed), the special image and the preview image are not displayed on the image display device 5. The same applies to the second and subsequent special effects.

At the timing T6 when the variable display K3 ends and the next variable display K4 starts, the hold display of the target shifts. When the variable display K4 is started and a predetermined period elapses, the special image "Chance is approaching!" Is switched to "Continue look-ahead" as a preview image. Then, at the timing T7 at which the fixed decorative pattern is stopped and displayed on the variable display K4, the advance notice image "pre-reading continuation" is deleted from the image display device 5, and as a chance eye advance notice, for example, "5", "7", ". The definite decorative pattern that constitutes the chance eye such as "3" is stopped and displayed. After that, as a special image, "Chance is approaching!" Is displayed on the image display device 5.

At the timing T8 when the variable display K4 ends and the next variable display K5 (variable display of the target) starts, the hold display of the target is deleted. The active display unit AHA performs active display corresponding to this variable display. When the variable display K5 is started and a predetermined period elapses, the special image "chance approaching!" Is switched to "reach" as a preview image. After that, the variable display state of the variable display K5 becomes the reach state.

In the example shown in FIG. 25 (A), the special image is set as "chance is approaching!", But when the definite decorative pattern constituting the chance eye is composed of a white decorative pattern, the special image is used. As a result, "Opportunity has occurred!" Will be displayed on the image display device 5. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 25 (A), the preview image is set to "continue pre-reading" or "reach", but "continue pre-reading (?)" Or "reach (?)" Is displayed as the preview image. Sometimes.

Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 25B, at the timing T1 during execution of the variable display K1, the target variable display is held (stored) as the fourth hold storage (target hold occurrence occurs). ). In addition, all the reserved memories are variable display of the second special figure. Based on the fact that the variable display to be the target is held, the hold display (hold display of the target) corresponding to the variable display of the target is displayed on the second hold display unit 5HL in the image display device 5.

At the timing T2 when the variable display K1 ends and the next variable display K2 starts, the hold display of the target shifts. Then, at the timing T3 at which the fixed decoration symbol is stopped and displayed on the variable display K2, the fixed decoration symbols constituting the chance eyes such as "2", "4", and "6" are stopped and displayed as a chance eye notice. After that, as a special image, "a chance eye has occurred!" Is displayed on the image display device 5. At the timing T4 when the variable display K2 ends and the next variable display K3 starts, the hold display of the target shifts. Even when the variable display K3 is started, the special image "occurrence of chance" remains displayed on the image display device 5.

When the variable display K3 is started and a predetermined period elapses, the special image "chance eye occurrence!" Is switched to "pre-reading continuation (?)" As a preview image. Then, at the timing T5 at which the fixed decorative pattern is stopped and displayed on the variable display K3, the advance notice image "pre-reading continuation (?)" Is deleted from the image display device 5, and as a chance eye advance notice, for example, "6" and " The definite decorative symbols that make up the chance eyes such as "8" and "2" are stopped and displayed. After that, as a special image, "a chance eye has occurred!" Is displayed on the image display device 5.

At the timing T6 when the variable display K3 ends and the next variable display K4 starts, the hold display of the target shifts. When the variable display K4 is started and a predetermined period elapses, the special image "chance eye occurrence!" Is switched to "pre-reading continuation (?)" As a preview image. Then, at the timing T7 at which the fixed decorative pattern is stopped and displayed on the variable display K4, the preview image "pre-reading continuation (?)" Is deleted from the image display device 5. In the example of FIG. 25B, since the chance eye notice timing pattern is CTP3-2, the chance eye notice ends with the variable display K3. Therefore, in the variable display K4, the definite decorative pattern constituting the chance eye is not stopped and displayed. Further, at the timing when the fixed decorative pattern is stopped and displayed on the variable display K4, the preview image "pre-reading continuation (?)" Is deleted from the image display device 5.

In the example shown in FIG. 25 (B), the special image is set as "chance eye occurrence!", But when the definite decorative pattern constituting the chance eye is composed of the middle-painted decorative pattern, the special image is used. As a result, "Chance is approaching!" Will be displayed on the image display device 5. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 25B, the preview image is set to "continue pre-reading (?)", But the preview image may be set to "continue pre-reading".

Next, the execution timing of the countdown notice, the chance eye notice, and the like will be described with reference to FIG. 26. Note that FIG. 26A describes the case of the countdown notice pattern CDP3-0 (continuation pattern), and FIG. 26B shows the countdown notice pattern CDP3-2 (stop pattern) and the chance eye notice timing pattern CTP2-. The case of 1 will be described.

For example, as shown in FIG. 26 (A), at the timing T1 during execution of the variable display K1, the target variable display is held (stored) as the fourth hold storage (target hold occurrence). In addition, all the reserved memories are variable display of the second special figure. Based on the fact that the variable display to be the target is held, the hold display (hold display of the target) corresponding to the variable display of the target is displayed on the second hold display unit 5HL in the image display device 5.

At the timing T2 when the variable display K1 ends and the next variable display K2 starts, the hold display of the target shifts. After that, as a countdown notice at the timing T3, a countdown image indicating "3" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. At the timing T4 when the variable display K2 ends and the next variable display K3 starts, the hold display of the target shifts. After that, as a countdown notice at the timing T5, a countdown image indicating "2" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. At the timing T6 when the variable display K3 ends and the next variable display K4 starts, the hold display of the target shifts. After that, as a countdown notice at the timing T7, a countdown image indicating "1" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. At the timing T8 when the variable display K4 ends and the variable display K5 of the target starts, the hold display of the target is deleted from the second hold display unit 5HL. The active display unit AHA performs active display corresponding to this variable display. After that, at the timing T9, as a countdown notice, a countdown image indicating "0" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5.

In the case of the countdown notice pattern CDP3-0 (continuation pattern), the chance eye notice and the special effect are not executed. Therefore, in the variable display K2 to K4, the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye is stopped and displayed as the final decorative symbol. No special images are displayed.

Further, as shown in FIG. 26B, for example, at the timing T1 during execution of the variable display K1, the target variable display is held (stored) as the fourth hold storage (target hold occurrence). .. In addition, all the reserved memories are variable display of the second special figure. Based on the fact that the variable display to be the target is held, the hold display (hold display of the target) corresponding to the variable display of the target is displayed on the second hold display unit 5HL in the image display device 5.

At the timing T2 when the variable display K1 ends and the next variable display K2 starts, the hold display of the target shifts. After that, as a countdown notice at the timing T3, a countdown image indicating "3" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. At the timing T4 when the variable display K2 ends and the next variable display K3 starts, the hold display of the target shifts. After that, as a countdown notice at the timing T5, a countdown image indicating "2" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. Since the countdown notice pattern is CDP3-2, the countdown notice ends after the countdown image is displayed on the variable display K3.

At the timing T6 at which the fixed decoration symbol is stopped and displayed on the variable display K3, the fixed decoration symbol constituting the chance eye such as "2", "4", and "6" is stopped and displayed as a chance eye notice. After that, as a special image, "a chance eye has occurred!" Is displayed on the image display device 5. At the timing T7 when the variable display K3 ends and the next variable display K4 starts, the hold display of the target shifts. Even when the variable display K3 is started, the special image "occurrence of chance" remains displayed on the image display device 5.

When the variable display K4 is started and a predetermined period elapses, the special image "chance eye occurrence!" Is switched to "pre-reading continuation (?)" As a preview image. Then, at the timing T8 at which the fixed decorative pattern is stopped and displayed on the variable display K4, the advance notice image "pre-reading continuation (?)" Is deleted from the image display device 5, and as a chance eye advance notice, for example, "6" and " The definite decorative symbols that make up the chance eyes such as "8" and "2" are stopped and displayed. After that, as a special image, "a chance eye has occurred!" Is displayed on the image display device 5.

At the timing T9 when the variable display K4 ends and the next variable display K5 (variable display of the target) starts, the hold display of the target is deleted from the second hold display unit 5HL. The active display unit AHA performs active display corresponding to this variable display. When the variable display K5 is started and a predetermined period elapses, the special image "chance eye occurrence!" Is switched to "reach (?)" As a preview image. Since "reach (?)" Is displayed as a preview image, the variable display state of the variable display K5 may or may not be in the reach state.

Next, the effect screen when the chance eye notice and the special effect are executed will be described with reference to FIGS. 27 to 28. FIG. 27 shows an execution example of the chance eye notice and the special effect when the chance eye B is determined in step S710 and the chance eye notice timing pattern CTP3-1 is further determined in step S712. In this execution example, as shown in FIG. 27 (A), when the decorative symbol is variablely displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the "left", "middle", and "right", the first 2 The hold display unit 5HL performs the hold display corresponding to the hold numbers “1” to “3”, and the active display unit AHA performs the active display corresponding to the current variable display. At this time, when the variable display serving as the target TA is held as the hold number “4”, the hold display of the target TA is performed in the second hold display unit 5HL as shown in FIG. 27 (B). Then, as shown in FIG. 27 (C), the definite decorative symbols constituting the non-reach combination are stopped and displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 27 (D), the variable display of the decorative symbol is started and the target TA is shifted. After that, as shown in FIG. 27 (E), the definite decorative symbols constituting the chance eyes such as "1", "3", and "5" are stopped and displayed, and the special image TG such as "Chance is approaching!" Is displayed on the image display device 5. Is displayed. Next, as shown in FIG. 27 (F), the variable display of the decorative symbol is started and the target TA is shifted. The special image TG is still displayed on the image display device 5. Then, when the predetermined period elapses, the special image TG is switched to the preview image YG such as "continue pre-reading" as shown in FIG. 27 (G). Next, as shown in FIG. 27 (H), the definite decorative symbols constituting the chance eyes such as "7", "1", and "3" are stopped and displayed, and the special image TG such as "Chance is approaching!" Is displayed on the image display device 5. Is displayed.

The same effects as those in FIGS. 27 (F) to 27 (G) are repeatedly performed, and as shown in FIG. 27 (I), the definite decorative symbols constituting the chance eyes such as "5", "7", and "3" are stopped and displayed. Then, a special image TG such as "Chance is approaching!" Is displayed on the image display device 5. Next, as shown in FIG. 27 (J), the variable display of the decorative symbol is started, the target TA is erased from the second hold display unit 5HL, and the active display unit AHA corresponds to the current variable display (target). Active display is done. Then, when the predetermined period elapses, the special image TG is switched to the preview image YG such as "reach" as shown in FIG. 27 (K), and the variable display state is changed to the reach state as shown in FIG. 27 (L).

FIG. 28 shows an execution example of the chance eye notice and the special effect when the chance eye A is determined in step S710 and the chance eye notice timing pattern CTP3-2 is further determined in step S712. In this execution example, as shown in FIG. 28 (A), when the decorative symbol is variablely displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the "left", "middle", and "right", the first 2 The hold display unit 5HL performs the hold display corresponding to the hold numbers “1” to “3”, and the active display unit AHA performs the active display corresponding to the current variable display. At this time, when the variable display serving as the target TA is held as the hold number “4”, the hold display of the target TA is performed in the second hold display unit 5HL as shown in FIG. 28 (B). Then, as shown in FIG. 28 (C), the definite decorative symbols constituting the non-reach combination are stopped and displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 28 (D), the variable display of the decorative symbol is started and the target TA is shifted. After that, as shown in FIG. 28 (E), the definite decorative symbols constituting the chance eyes such as "2", "4", and "6" are stopped and displayed, and the special image TG such as "chance eyes occur!" Is displayed on the image display device 5. Is displayed. Next, as shown in FIG. 28 (F), the variable display of the decorative symbol is started and the target TA is shifted. The special image TG is still displayed on the image display device 5. Then, when the predetermined period elapses, the special image TG is switched to the preview image YG such as "pre-reading continuation (?)" As shown in FIG. 28 (G). Next, as shown in FIG. 28 (H), the definite decorative symbols constituting the chance eyes such as "6", "8", and "2" are stopped and displayed, and the special image TG such as "chance eyes occur!" Is displayed on the image display device 5. Is displayed.

As shown in FIG. 28 (I), the variable display of the decorative pattern is started and the target TA is shifted. Then, when the predetermined period elapses, the special image TG is switched to the preview image YG such as "pre-reading continuation (?)" As shown in FIG. 28 (J). Next, as shown in FIG. 28 (K), the definite decorative symbol constituting the chance eye is not stopped and displayed, and the definite decorative symbol constituting the non-reach combination is stopped and displayed. After that, as shown in FIG. 28 (L), the variable display of the target is started in a state where the special image TG is not displayed.

Next, the effect screen when the countdown notice, the chance eye notice, and the like are executed will be described with reference to FIGS. 29 to 30. FIG. 29 shows an execution example of the countdown notice when the countdown notice pattern CDP3-0 (continuation pattern) is determined in step S610. In this execution example, as shown in FIG. 29 (A), when the decorative symbol is variablely displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the "left", "middle", and "right", the first 2 The hold display unit 5HL performs the hold display corresponding to the hold numbers “1” to “3”, and the active display unit AHA performs the active display corresponding to the current variable display. At this time, when the variable display serving as the target TA is held as the hold number “4”, the hold display of the target TA is performed in the second hold display unit 5HL as shown in FIG. 29 (B). Then, as shown in FIG. 29 (C), the definite decorative symbols constituting the non-reach combination are stopped and displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 29 (D), after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started and the target TA is shifted, the countdown image G3 indicating "3" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. Then, as shown in FIG. 29 (E), the definite decorative symbols constituting the non-reach combination are stopped and displayed. Next, as shown in FIG. 29 (F), after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started and the target TA is shifted, the countdown image G2 indicating "2" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. Then, as shown in FIG. 29 (G), the definite decorative symbols constituting the non-reach combination are stopped and displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 29 (H), after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started and the target TA is shifted, the countdown image G1 indicating "1" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. Then, as shown in FIG. 29 (I), the definite decorative symbols constituting the non-reach combination are stopped and displayed. Next, as shown in FIG. 29 (J), the variable display of the decorative symbol is started, the target TA is erased from the second hold display unit 5HL, and the active display unit AHA corresponds to the current variable display (target). After the active display is performed, the countdown image G0 indicating "0" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. Then, after the variable display state becomes the reach state as shown in FIG. 29 (K), the definite decorative symbol constituting the jackpot combination is stopped and displayed as shown in FIG. 29 (L).

In FIG. 30, the countdown notice pattern CDP3-2 (stop pattern) was determined in step S610, the chance eye A was determined in step S710, and the chance eye notice timing pattern CTP2-1 was further determined in step S712. An example of execution of a countdown notice, a chance eye notice, and a special effect in the case is shown. In this execution example, as shown in FIG. 30A, when the decorative symbol is variablely displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the “left”, “middle”, and “right”, the first 2 The hold display unit 5HL performs the hold display corresponding to the hold numbers “1” to “3”, and the active display unit AHA performs the active display corresponding to the current variable display. At this time, when the variable display serving as the target TA is held as the hold number “4”, the hold display of the target TA is performed in the second hold display unit 5HL as shown in FIG. 30 (B). Then, as shown in FIG. 30C, the definite decorative symbols constituting the non-reach combination are stopped and displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 30D, after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started and the target TA is shifted, the countdown image G3 indicating “3” is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. Then, as shown in FIG. 30 (E), the definite decorative symbols constituting the non-reach combination are stopped and displayed. Next, as shown in FIG. 30F, after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started and the target TA is shifted, the countdown image G2 indicating “2” is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. Then, as shown in FIG. 30 (G), the definite decorative symbols constituting the chance eyes such as "2", "4", and "6" are stopped and displayed, and the special image TG such as "chance eyes occur!" Is displayed on the image display device 5. Is displayed. Next, as shown in FIG. 30 (H), the variable display of the decorative symbol is started and the target TA is shifted. After that, the countdown image indicating "1" is not displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, and the special image TG is switched to the preview image after a predetermined period has elapsed. Then, as shown in FIG. 30 (I), the definite decorative symbols constituting the chance eyes such as "6", "8", and "2" are stopped and displayed, and the special image TG such as "chance eyes occur!" Is displayed in the image display device 5. Is displayed in. As shown in FIG. 30 (J), the variable display of the decorative symbol is started, the target TA is erased from the second hold display unit 5HL, and the active display unit AHA displays the active display corresponding to the current variable display (target). Will be done. After that, the countdown image indicating "0" is not displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, and after a predetermined period has elapsed, the special image TG "reach (?)" As shown in FIG. 30 (K). It switches to the notice image YG. Then, the variable display state does not change to the reach state, and as shown in FIG. 30 (L), the definite decorative symbol constituting the non-reach combination is stopped and displayed.

Next, the effect screen when the hold display change effect is executed will be described with reference to FIG. 31. For example, as shown in FIG. 31 (A), the hold display corresponding to the hold numbers "1" to "4" is performed in the second hold display unit 5HL, and the active display unit AHA corresponds to the current variable display. Active display is in progress. It is assumed that among the hold displays in the second hold display unit 5HL, the hold display of the hold number “3” (third from the right end) is the target of the hold display change effect. For example, as shown in FIG. 31 (B), a hold display change common effect including an action effect in which the effect image of the character CH1 acts on the hold display of the hold number “3” is executed. After that, for example, as shown in FIG. 31 (C1), the hold display change success effect in which the display color changes to blue among the specific colors is executed as the display mode of the hold display. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 31 (C2), a hold display change failure effect (hold change effect) in which the display mode of the hold display does not change is executed.

The display color change effect and the icon display change effect during the active display are the same as the hold display change effect shown in FIG. 31, except that the target is the active display in the active display unit AHA. For example, an active display change common effect including an action effect such that the effect image of the character CH1 acts on the active display in the active display unit AHA is executed. Although the active display change common effect differs in that the action target is the hold display or the active display, the action effect such that the effect image of the character CH1 acts is included in FIG. 31 ( It suffices if the effect mode is the same as that of the hold display change common effect shown in B). Then, as the display mode of the active display, the active display change success effect in which the display color changes to blue among the specific colors may be executed. In addition, the active display change success effect in which the display mode of the active display changes to the display mode for notifying the message of "chance" may be executed.

The active display is not limited to the one that is continuously displayed until the variable display ends. For example, the active display is deleted when a predetermined display deletion condition is satisfied after the variable display is started. You may. As an example, when the variable display state of the decorative symbol becomes the reach state, the active display may be deleted by satisfying the display deletion condition.

As described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above embodiment, for example, the variable display content is determined by the process of step S405, and the variable display content is determined based on the determination result (winning determination result). Execute a chance eye notice (see FIG. 17). When executing the chance eye notice, as shown in FIG. 27 (E), in the variable display before the variable display of the target TA, the "chance" is executed along with the execution of a specific effect such as the stop display of the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye. A special image TG such as "Approaching!" Is displayed. Then, as shown in FIG. 27 (F), the special image TG is continuously displayed even in the next variable display. The variable display shown in FIG. 27 (F) is a variable display executed before the variable display of the target TA. Then, as shown in FIG. 27 (G), in the variable display executed before the variable display of the target TA, the special image TG "chance approaching!" Is changed to the preview image YG such as "continue pre-reading". And display. In this way, since the special image is changed to the preview image regarding the variable display executed before the variable display of the target, it is possible to improve the interest of the game for the variable display other than the variable display of the target.

According to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above embodiment, for example, the variable display content is determined by the process of step S405, and the countdown notice is executed based on the determination result of the variable display content. In addition, the chance eye notice is executed based on the determination result of the variable display content. The countdown notice is an effect that the notice target can be specified by reducing the number indicated by the countdown image displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 toward the notice target, and of the countdown continuation pattern and the countdown stop pattern. It is executed by either of. Further, the chance eye notice may be executed after the countdown notice of the countdown continuation pattern is executed. Even when the countdown notice ends in the middle of the process, the chance eye notice is executed, so that it is possible to prevent the game from being significantly reduced in interest.

The chance eye notice may be an effect that is executed at least after the countdown notice is executed when the countdown notice of the countdown continuation pattern is executed. For example, the chance eye notice timing pattern may include a pattern for stopping and displaying the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye while the countdown notice of the countdown continuation pattern is being executed. For example, at the timing shown in FIG. 30 (E), a pattern for stopping and displaying the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye may be included. In this case, the chance eye notice executed after the countdown notice is executed may be easier to execute than the chance eye notice executed while the countdown notice is being executed. Further, in this case, the chance eye notice may be executed by the "chance eye A" having a low jackpot expectation at a rate higher than the rate executed by the "chance eye B" having a high jackpot expectation.

According to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above embodiment, a specific effect such as a stop display of a decorative symbol constituting the chance eye in the chance eye notice is executed for each variable display before the variable display of the target. As shown in FIG. 18, the number of times that the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye is stopped and displayed depending on the chance eye notice timing pattern, that is, the number of times of continuous execution of the specific effect is different, and the variable display result is changed according to the number of times of continuous execution of the specific effect. Is different in the possibility of becoming a "big hit". Further, as shown in FIG. 27 (G), the special image TG is switched to the preview image YG such as "continue pre-reading", and as shown in FIG. 27 (H), chance eyes such as "7", "1", and "3" are configured. The final decoration symbol is stopped and displayed (a specific effect is executed). Since it is possible to suggest the execution of the specific effect by the preview image in this way, it is possible to draw attention to the player as to whether or not the specific effect is continuously executed.

According to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, as modes of the special image, mode A (a mode in which a message such as "a chance eye has occurred!" Is described in the frame) and mode B (a mode in which a message such as "a chance eye has occurred!" A mode in which a message such as "Chance is approaching!" Is described) is set. Then, when the special image of the aspect B is displayed, it is notified that the possibility of being controlled to the big hit gaming state is higher than that of the case where the special image of the aspect A is displayed. In this way, it is possible to notify the high and low degree of expectation of a big hit by the mode of the special image, so that the player can pay attention to the mode of the special image.

The present invention is not limited to the above embodiment, and various modifications and applications are possible. For example, the pachinko gaming machine 1 does not have to have all the technical features shown in the above-described embodiment, and is a part described in the above-described embodiment so as to be able to solve at least one problem in the prior art. It may have the configuration of.

In the above embodiment, the preview image is defined as "pre-reading continuation", "pre-reading continuation (?)", "Reach", "reach (?)", Etc., but the preview image is not limited to these. The preview image may be, for example, an image reminiscent of a decorative pattern that is stopped and displayed. The notice image reminiscent of the decorative pattern to be stopped and displayed may be, for example, an image with "7", "?", "3", or an image with "7", "?", "7". When the image with "7", "?", And "3" is displayed as a preview image, it can be suggested that the definite decorative pattern constituting the chance eye B is stopped and displayed, and "7" is also displayed. When the image marked with "?" And "7" is displayed as a preview image, it can be suggested that the reach state is reached. In addition, when the definite decorative pattern constituting the chance eye B such as "7", "1", and "3" is stopped and displayed, even if the image with "7", "1", and "3" is displayed as a preview image. good. In addition, even when the definite decorative pattern constituting the jackpot combination such as "7", "7", and "7" is stopped and displayed, the image with "7", "?", And "7" is displayed as a preview image. , "7", "7", "7" may be displayed as a preview image.

In addition, the preview image reminiscent of the decorative pattern that is stopped and displayed is, for example, "?", "1", "?", "?", "7", "?", "7", "?", "?", "?". It may be an image in which "?", "7", etc. are written. The effect of displaying a notice image reminiscent of a decorative pattern that is stopped and displayed in this way is particularly called a stop pattern notice. In the stop symbol notice, all decorative symbol display areas 5L, such as an image with "7", "7", and "7", and an image with "7", "1", and "3", etc. When a notice image reminiscent of a decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed at 5, 5C, 5R is displayed, a fixed decorative symbol that constitutes a jackpot combination such as "7", "7", and "7" at a predetermined ratio, or "7", "1" The definite decorative pattern constituting the chance eye B such as "3" may be stopped and displayed.

FIG. 32 shows an effect screen when the chance eye notice and the special effect are executed in the modified example. FIG. 32 shows an execution example in which the chance eye B is determined in step S710 and the chance eye advance notice timing pattern CTP3-1 is further determined in step S712, as in the example shown in FIG. 27. Note that FIGS. 32 (A) to (F), (H) to (J), and (L) are the same as FIGS. 27 (A) to (F), (H) to (J), and (L). These explanations will be omitted. As shown in FIG. 32 (F), when the variable display of the decorative pattern is started and a predetermined period elapses, the special image TG is a preview image such as "7", "?", "3" as shown in FIG. 32 (G). Switch to YG. By displaying the image with "7", "?", And "3" as the preview image YG on the image display device 5, it is suggested that the definite decorative pattern constituting the chance eye B is stopped and displayed. can do. Further, as shown in FIG. 32 (J), when the variable display of the decorative symbol is started and a predetermined period elapses, the special image TG becomes "7", "?", "7" as shown in FIG. 32 (K). It switches to the preview image YG. By displaying the image on which "7", "?", And "7" are written as the preview image YG in this way on the image display device 5, it can be suggested that the reach state is reached.

In the above embodiment, the special images of the two aspects (aspect A and the aspect B) are set, but the aspect of the special image is not limited to two. For example, three or more modes of the special image may be set, such as modes A, B, C, D, and the like.

In the above embodiment, when the type of chance eye notice is "chance eye A" as shown in FIG. 20, the special image of aspect A is determined as the special image, and the type of chance eye notice is "chance eye B". If this is the case, it is decided that the special image of aspect B is determined as the special image. In addition, when the chance eye notice by "chance eye B" is executed, the jackpot expectation is higher than when the chance eye notice by "chance eye A" is executed, so that the special image of aspect B is executed. Is displayed, it is notified that the jackpot expectation is higher than when the special image of the aspect A is displayed. In this way, it was suggested that the variable display result may be a "big hit" (big hit expectation) depending on the mode of the special image. The method for determining the special image is not limited to the above method. For example, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with a random value for determining a special image, depending on whether the judgment result at the time of winning is "missing" or "big hit", is the special image of aspect A as a special image. The special image may be determined by referring to the special image determination table assigned to the determination result of any of the special images of the aspect B. Even if a special image is determined using such a special image determination table, it is possible to suggest the possibility that the variable display result will be a "big hit" (big hit expectation) depending on the mode of the special image.

In the above embodiment, when the special image of the aspect B is displayed, there is a high possibility that the special image of the aspect A is controlled to the big hit gaming state (big hit expectation) as compared with the case where the special image of the aspect A is displayed. Was notified. However, the content notified by the mode of the special image is not limited to the jackpot expectation. The content notified by the mode of the special image may be, for example, the possibility that the variable display mode becomes the reach mode (reach expectation degree). As an example, a numerical value to be compared with a random value for determining a special image depending on whether or not the fluctuation pattern is a reach fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case of "reach" in which the variable display mode of the decorative pattern is the reach mode. The special image may be determined by referring to the special image determination table assigned to the determination result of either the special image of the aspect A or the special image of the aspect B as the special image (decision value). .. If a special image is determined using such a special image determination table, it is possible to suggest the possibility that the variable display mode becomes the reach mode (reach expectation degree) depending on the mode of the special image. It should be noted that the content notified by the mode of the special image may include both the jackpot expectation and the reach expectation. For example, in aspects A and B, the jackpot expectation may be notified, and in aspects C and D, the reach expectation may be notified.

In the above embodiment, it is suggested that the variable display result may be a "big hit" (big hit expectation) depending on the mode of the special image. Here, the modes of the special image include mode A in which a message such as "chance is occurring!" Is described in the frame, and mode B in which a message such as "chance is approaching!" Is described in the frame. There was. The aspect of the special image is not limited to the above-mentioned aspect. For example, the aspect of the special image may be a color. Then, the color of the special image may indicate the degree of expectation of a big hit. As an example, when the red special image is displayed on the image display device 5, it may be notified that the jackpot expectation is higher than when the blue special image is displayed on the image display device 5.

In the above embodiment, the special image is switched to the preview image when the variable display is started and a predetermined period elapses. The special image may be switched to the preview image when the movement of the player is detected. For example, when the variable display is started and a predetermined period elapses, a button image, a message image for urging the button to be pressed, or the like is displayed on the image display device 5 to urge the player to operate the push button 31B, and the push button by the player. When the operation of 31B is detected, the special image may be switched to the preview image. The movement of the player to be detected may be, for example, a tilting operation of the stick controller 31A by the player, a push-pull operation of the trigger button, a touch of the touch sensor, or the like.

Further, during the variable display of the decorative symbol, as one aspect of the variable display effect, it may be possible to execute a slip effect or a pseudo continuous effect realized by the variable display operation of the decorative symbol or the like. For the sliding effect, the decorative symbols are changed in all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, and then a plurality of decorative symbol display areas (for example, "left" and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5R, etc.). After the decorative symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed in, a predetermined number (for example, "1" or "2") of the decorative symbol display area (for example, "left") is displayed in the decorative symbol display area. By changing the decorative symbol again in either one or both of the 5L and the "right" decorative symbol display area 5R and then stopping and displaying it, the effect display is performed to change the decorative symbol to be stopped and displayed. .. The pseudo-ream effect is a definite decoration that becomes a variable display result after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started in response to the fact that either the first start condition or the second start condition of the special figure game is satisfied once. By the time the symbol is derived and displayed, all of the decorative symbols in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R (for example, a predetermined pseudo-ream chance eye is a part of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R). (Or displayed on all) is temporarily stopped, and then the re-variable display, which is an effect display for starting the variable display of all the decorative symbols again, is specified in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. It is an effect that can be performed once (for example, up to 4 times). When it is possible to execute such a sliding effect or a pseudo-ream effect, for example, a preview image such as "slip", "slip (?)", "Pseudo-ream", or "pseudo-ream (?)" Is set. You may.

In the above embodiment, when it is determined in step S370 that the symbol confirmation command has been received (step S370; Yes), the special image display control for displaying the special image in step S373 is executed. That is, in response to receiving the symbol confirmation command transmitted from the main board 11, the final stop symbol (confirmed decorative symbol constituting the chance eye) was displayed and a special image was displayed. However, the special image may be displayed regardless of whether or not the symbol confirmation command has been received. For example, the special image may be displayed in response to the reading of the display control data indicating the display of the special image from the effect control pattern. By displaying the special image in response to the reading of the display control data from the effect control pattern in this way, the effect control board 12 side can be displayed without using the effect control command from the main board 11. It is possible to display a special image autonomously with. Further, the display start timing of the special image may be predetermined in accordance with the fluctuation pattern. By doing so, at the timing when a predetermined time elapses (the display start timing of the special image) after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started based on the fluctuation pattern specified by the fluctuation pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11. , A special image can be displayed.

In the above embodiment, after the first special effect is executed, the special image and the preview image are not displayed on the image display device 5 until the second special effect is executed. For example, by continuously displaying the preview image in the first special effect until the special image in the second special effect is displayed, the state in which the special image or the preview image is not displayed on the image display device 5 is displayed. You may not make it.

In the above embodiment, the second look-ahead notice is set as a chance-eye notice, and the chance-eye notice may be executed after the countdown notice of the countdown continuation pattern is executed. However, the second look-ahead notice is not limited to the chance notice. For example, the second look-ahead notice may be used as a hold display change effect. In this case, the hold display change effect may be executed after the countdown notice of the countdown continuation pattern is executed.

FIG. 33 is a diagram showing an example of an effect screen when the countdown notice, the hold display change effect, and the special effect are executed in the modified example. For example, it is assumed that the countdown notice pattern CDP3-2 (stop pattern) is determined in step S610, and the execution of the hold display change effect is decided as the second look-ahead notice. The hold display change pattern is an effect pattern including a green designation as the display mode of the hold display to be changed, and the change effect timing pattern includes the designation of the hold number "2" as the timing for executing the hold display change effect. It shall be a production pattern.

In this execution example, as shown in FIG. 33 (A), when the decorative symbol is variablely displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the "left", "middle", and "right", the first 2 The hold display unit 5HL performs the hold display corresponding to the hold numbers “1” to “3”, and the active display unit AHA performs the active display corresponding to the current variable display. At this time, when the variable display serving as the target TA is held as the hold number “4”, the hold display of the target TA is performed in the second hold display unit 5HL as shown in FIG. 33 (B). Then, as shown in FIG. 33 (C), the definite decorative symbols constituting the non-reach combination are stopped and displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 33 (D), the variable display of the decorative symbol is started and the target TA is shifted. After that, the countdown image G3 indicating "3" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. Then, as shown in FIG. 33 (E), the definite decorative symbols constituting the non-reach combination are stopped and displayed. Next, as shown in FIG. 33 (F), the variable display of the decorative symbol is started and the target TA is shifted. After that, the countdown image G2 indicating "2" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. Then, the hold display change effect is executed, the display color of the hold display of the target changes from white to green as shown in FIG. 33 (G), and then the definite decorative symbol constituting the non-reach combination is stopped and displayed. .. Then, a special image TG such as "Chance is approaching!" Is displayed on the image display device 5.

Next, as shown in FIG. 33 (H), the variable display of the decorative symbol is started and the target TA is shifted. The special image TG is still displayed on the image display device 5. After a predetermined period of time, the special image is switched to the preview image. After that, the countdown image indicating "1" is not displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, and as shown in FIG. 33 (I), the definite decorative symbol constituting the non-reach combination is stopped and displayed, and the preview image is displayed. It will be erased. Then, a special image TG such as "Chance is approaching!" Is displayed on the image display device 5. The display color of the hold display of the target remains green. Next, as shown in FIG. 33 (J), the variable display of the decorative symbol is started, the target TA is erased from the second hold display unit 5HL, and the active display unit AHA displays the active display corresponding to the current variable display. Will be done. The display color of the active display is the same green as that of the hold display. After a predetermined period of time, the special image is switched to the preview image. After that, the countdown image indicating "0" is not displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, and the variable display state of the decorative pattern becomes the reach state as shown in FIG. 33 (K), and is shown in FIG. 33 (L). The definite decorative symbols that make up the non-reach combination are stopped and displayed.

In this way, instead of the chance eye notice that the hold display of the target (the hold memory that is the target of the notice) is executed by the effect mode that cannot be specified, the hold display of the target is executed by the effect mode that can be specified. The display change effect may be used as a second look-ahead notice. Further, the chance eye notice and the hold display change effect may be used as the second look-ahead notice. In this case, as the second look-ahead notice, either one of the chance eye notice and the hold display change effect may be determined by lottery or the like. Further, when the variable display result of the target is a big hit, the execution ratio of either the chance eye notice or the hold display change effect may be high. As described above, the second pre-reading notice effect mode may be either an effect mode in which the hold display of the target cannot be specified or an effect mode in which the hold display of the target can be specified. It should be noted that the effect mode in which the hold display of the target cannot be specified includes, for example, a mode in which the display mode of the background image is changed, in addition to the mode in which the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye is stopped and displayed as the definite decorative symbol. .. Further, when the second look-ahead notice is executed in an effect mode in which the hold display of the target cannot be specified, the reach state is reached as shown in FIG. 33 (K) even though the countdown notice ends in the middle. Sometimes. By putting the countdown notice in the reach state after the countdown notice ends in the middle, it is possible to continue to suggest that the player may still be a big hit and pay attention until the confirmed decorative symbol is stopped and displayed. ..

In the above embodiment, when the chance eye notice is executed after the countdown notice is executed by the countdown stop pattern, it is described as being executed by the chance eye continuation pattern (chance eye notice timing pattern CTP2-1). However, the chance eye notice executed after the countdown notice is executed by the countdown stop pattern is not limited to the one executed by the chance eye continuation pattern. For example, the chance eye notice executed at this time may include one executed by the chance eye cancellation pattern. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 30 (G), the chance eye notice ends when the fixed decorative symbol constituting the chance eye is stopped and displayed, and the non-reach combination is configured at the timing shown in FIG. 30 (I). It may be configured so that the fixed decorative pattern to be displayed is stopped and displayed.

In the above embodiment, when it is determined in step S602 that the number of reserved storage is not 4 (step S602; No), that is, when the number of reserved storage is 1, 2, or 3, the countdown notice is executed. It is possible to decide to execute the countdown notice on condition that it is not decided and the number of reserved memories is 4. However, the decision to execute the countdown notice is not limited to the case where the number of reserved storages is 4. For example, it may be possible to determine the execution of the countdown notice on the condition that the reserved memory is 1 or 2, 3 or the reserved memory is 2 or more or 3 or more.

Further, when it is determined in step S702 that the number of reserved memories is not 4 (step S702; No), that is, when the number of reserved memories is 1, 2, or 3, the execution of the chance eye notice is not determined. , It is possible to decide the execution of the chance eye notice on condition that the number of reserved memories is 4. However, the decision to execute the chance eye notice is not limited to the case where the number of reserved memories is 4. For example, it may be possible to determine the execution of the chance eye notice on the condition that the reserved memory is 1 or 2, 3 or the reserved memory is 2 or more or 3 or more.

In the above embodiment, the special figure game using the second special figure has been described as being executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure. However, for example, is it the first start winning opening? Regardless of whether it is the second start winning opening, the special figure game may be executed in the order in which the game balls enter the starting winning opening. In this case, the execution decision of the countdown notice or the chance eye notice is that the number of reserved memories is 5, 6, 7, or 8, or the number of reserved memories is 4 or more, 5 or more, 6 or more, or 7 or more. It may be possible on condition that.

In the above embodiment, when it is determined in step S605 that the time is currently being shortened (step S605; Yes), it is possible to determine the execution of the countdown notice. However, the decision to execute the countdown notice is not limited to the time reduction. For example, the countdown notice may be executed even in a normal state where the time is not shortened. In addition, even during the time reduction, the countdown execution rate differs depending on whether the time is shortened or the time is shortened (whether the time is shortened at the time of probable change or the time is shortened at the time of non-probability change). You may do so.

In the above embodiment, a countdown image indicating "3" to "2" is displayed in the variable display when the variable display of the target is stored as the hold storage of the hold numbers 3 to 2, and then the production is canceled (end). ) The countdown stop pattern CDP3-2 was set. However, the countdown stop pattern is not limited to the above-mentioned pattern. For example, a pattern in which a countdown image indicating "3" is displayed in the variable display when the variable display of the target is stored as the hold storage of the hold number 3 and then the production is stopped, or the variable display of the target is the hold number 3. A pattern may be set in which a countdown image indicating "3" to "1" is displayed in the variable display when the memory is stored as a hold memory of 1 and then the production is stopped.

In the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 18B, a chance eye notice timing pattern for stopping and displaying the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye at the timing of 2 to 3 times is set. However, the timing of stopping and displaying the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye is not limited to two to three times, and may be one time. For example, only in the variable display when the variable display of the target is stored as the hold storage of the hold number 1, the pattern for stopping and displaying the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye or the variable display of the target is held as the fixed decorative symbol. Only in the variable display when it is stored as the hold memory of the number 2, the pattern for stopping and displaying the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye and the variable display of the target are stored as the hold memory of the hold number 3 as the fixed decorative symbol. Only in the variable display at the time of being present, a pattern for stopping and displaying the decorative symbol constituting the chance eye may be set as the final decorative symbol.

In the above embodiment, when it is determined in step S303 that it is the chance eye notice timing (step S303; Yes), depending on the type of chance eye notice stored in the reserved data storage unit in step S305, Although the combination of the definite decorative symbols to be the final stop symbols constituting the chance eyes is determined, for example, the processing of steps S303 and S305 may be executed after the processing of step S304. That is, once the combination of the definite decorative symbols to be the final stop symbols constituting the non-reach combination is determined, it is determined whether or not it is the chance eye notice timing, and if it is the chance eye notice timing, the chance eye is configured. The combination of the definite decorative symbols to be the final stop symbol may be determined, and the combination of the definite decorative symbols determined earlier may be replaced with the combination of the definite decorative symbols determined later.

In the above embodiment, the chance eye is composed of only the white pattern or the combination of the middle-painted pattern, but the aspect of the chance eye is not limited to the above. For example, the decorative symbols that are stopped and displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right" are 1 from the jackpot combination such as "2", "2", and "3". It may be a combination that is out of alignment, or it may be a serial number such as "1", "2", or "3".

In the above embodiment, for example, even if the countdown notice ends in the middle, that is, even if the countdown gasse effect is executed, if the target of the countdown notice is in the hold, a new countdown notice is given. Restricted so that it is not executed. However, the execution limit of the countdown notice is not limited to the case where the target is in the hold. For example, it may be restricted so that a new countdown notice is not executed from the end of the variable display of the target until the end of the three variable displays. By limiting in this way, the player can be made to pay attention to which reserved memory is the target of the countdown notice.

In the above embodiment, when the countdown notice of the countdown continuation pattern is executed, the jackpot expectation is set to be higher than when the chance eye notice of the chance eye continuation pattern is executed, or the countdown continuation pattern is set. When the countdown notice of is executed, the jackpot expectation is set to be higher than when the countdown notice of the countdown stop pattern is executed, or when the chance eye notice by "chance eye B" is executed. Has set the jackpot expectation to be higher than when the chance eye notice by "chance eye A" is executed. However, when a predetermined execution limit such as a countdown notice or a chance eye notice is applied, the jackpot expectation degree determined by the determination ratio in the above embodiment will be different. For example, even though the setting was originally set with a high expectation of a big hit due to a predetermined decision ratio, it may be set with a low expectation of a big hit due to a predetermined execution limit. Although the setting was originally set with a low expectation of a big hit due to the decision ratio, it may become a setting with a high expectation of a big hit due to the predetermined execution restriction.

In the above embodiment, the process of determining whether or not the number of reserved storages is 4 is performed in step S602, and the process of specifying the winning determination result according to the winning determination result command received in step S603 is performed. Then, in step S604, a process of determining whether or not "the winning determination is being restricted" was performed, and in step S605, a process of determining whether or not the time was shortened was performed. You may change the order to improve. For example, the processing of steps S603 and S604 may be performed first, or the processing of step S605 may be performed first.

In the above embodiment, when it is determined in step S714 that the countdown notice pattern is not CDP3-2 (step S714; No), the chance eye notice determination process is terminated. The processing after step S704 may be performed. By doing so, it is possible to execute the chance eye notice in duplicate with the countdown notice. Further, when it is determined in step S708 that there is a target for the hold display change effect (step S708; Yes), it is restricted so that the execution decision of the chance eye notice is not made, but the chance is not performed without the process of step S708. It may be possible to make a decision to execute the notice. In this way, the chance eye notice can be executed regardless of the execution of the hold display change effect. Further, when it is determined in step S707 that there is a target for the chance eye notice (step S707; Yes), it is restricted so that the execution decision of the chance eye notice is not made, but for example, there is a chance eye notice target. Even in this case, if the chance eye notice has already ended due to the chance eye cancellation pattern, a new chance eye notice execution decision may be made, or even if the chance eye notice has not ended, even if the chance eye notice has not ended. A new decision to execute the chance eye notice may be made so as to start from the variable display after the variable display in which the chance eye notice is completed.

In the above embodiment, as in the determination example shown in FIG. 15A, it is compared with the random value for determining the countdown notice depending on whether the winning determination result is "missing" or "big hit". The numerical value (decision value) is assigned to any of the determination results of "no countdown notice" in which the countdown notice is not executed, and the patterns "CDP3-2" and "CDP3-0" in the case of executing the countdown notice. However, for example, the judgment result at the time of winning is whether the judgment result at the time of losing is the super reach at the time of losing, the reach at the time of losing is confirmed, the general at the time of losing, or the judgment result at the time of losing is non-reach confirmed at the time of losing. A determined value may be assigned according to the above. Further, the same may be applied to the determination example shown in FIG. 17 (A) and the determination example shown in FIG. 18 (A).

In the above embodiment, with reference to the chance eye notice determination table shown in FIG. 17 (A), either "no chance eye notice", "chance eye A", or "chance eye B" is selected at a predetermined determination ratio. Decided. And, in any case of "no chance eye notice", "chance eye A" and "chance eye B", there is a possibility of losing or a big hit. However, for example, in the case of the chance eye B, it may be suggested that a big hit is confirmed, a super reach is confirmed, a reach is confirmed, or the like.

In the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 26B, the countdown image is displayed and the fixed decorative symbol constituting the chance eye is stopped and displayed on the same variable display K3. When executing different effects in the variable display of 1, one effect is executed at the early stage of the variable display, the other effect is performed at the late stage of the variable display, and so on. Is desirable. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the screen of the image display device 5 from becoming difficult to understand because different effects are executed at the same timing.

In the above embodiment, the execution of the countdown notice is determined in step S161, the execution of the chance eye notice is determined in step S162, and then the execution of the hold display change effect is determined in step S163. However, the order of determining the execution of the countdown notice, the chance eye notice, and the hold display change effect is not limited to the above order. For example, the order in which the execution decision of the chance eye notice and the execution decision of the hold display change effect may be interchanged may be used.

In the above embodiment, the display mode of the hold display displayed after the hold display change effect is executed is not displayed as the display mode of the active display after the active display change effect is executed (for example, "secret" or the like). ), And the display mode of the active display that is displayed after the active display change effect is executed is a display mode that is not displayed as the display mode of the hold display after the hold display change effect is executed (for example, "?", ". It was explained as including "chance", "heat", etc.). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and only one of the display mode of the hold display and the display mode of the active display may be configured to include a display mode that is not displayed as the other display mode. .. For example, the display mode of the hold display includes a unique display mode that is not displayed as the display mode of the active display, while the display mode of the active display is a common display mode that can be displayed as the display mode of the hold display. It may be possible not to provide a unique display mode that includes only the display mode and is not displayed as the display mode of the hold display. Further, the display mode of the active display includes a unique display mode that is not displayed as the display mode of the hold display, while the display mode of the hold display is a common display mode that can be displayed as a display correspondence of the active display. It may be possible not to provide a unique display mode that includes only the display mode and is not displayed as the display mode of the active display.

When the hold display change effect is executed and when the active display change effect is executed, a restriction effect that limits at least a part of the hold display and the active display may be executed. The restriction effect is, for example, to display an effect image for display restriction in the display area of the image display device 5, semi-transparent display or transparent display on the first hold display unit 5HR, the second hold display unit 5HL, or the active display unit AHA. Part of the hold display or active display by performing a reduced display or by shifting the production model (movable member) from the retracted state to the advanced state and hiding the hold display or active display when the advance state is in progress. Alternatively, all of them may be restricted so as to be invisible or difficult for the player to see. As a result, when the hold display change effect or the active display change effect is executed, it becomes impossible or difficult for the player to recognize which effect is executed, and whether the hold display or the active display changes. It is possible to draw the player's attention to the game and improve the game's interest.

As the restricted effect, a plurality of types of effects having different production modes may be prepared. In this case, one or both of the types of determinable restricted effects and the determined ratio are set to be different depending on whether the hold display change effect is executed or the active display change effect is executed. You may. According to such a setting, depending on the effect mode of the restricted effect, the expectation of whether the hold display change effect or the active display change effect is executed is different, and which display changes is a game. Can draw people's attention. Alternatively, the effect mode of the restricted effect may be determined at a predetermined ratio regardless of whether the hold display change effect is executed or the active display change effect is executed.

The display mode changes when the hold change display mode does not change or when the active change display mode does not change when the hold change display mode is executed. The hold display change effect or active mode changes. It may be decided to execute the restriction effect at a higher rate than when the display change effect is executed. As a result, it is difficult for the player to recognize that the display mode has not changed even though the hold display change effect or the active display change effect has been executed, and it is possible to prevent a deterioration in the game interest. Alternatively, when the hold display change success effect in which the display mode of the hold display changes is executed, or when the active display change success effect in which the display mode of the active display changes is executed, the display mode does not change. It may be decided to execute the restricted effect at a higher rate than when the ghost effect or the active change ghost effect is executed. As a result, it is possible to increase the expectation that the display mode of the hold display and the display mode of the active display will change when the restriction effect is executed, and to improve the game entertainment.

When the restricted effect is executed by shifting the effect model (movable member) from the retracted state to the advanced state and hiding the hold display and the active display, for example, the effect image of the character CH1 is displayed and the player displays the character CH1. When it becomes visible, for example, even before the effect state that affects the hold display or active display is reached, the effect model shifts from the retracted state to the advanced state to hide the hold display or active display, and the hold display changes. After the execution of the effect and the active display change effect is completed and the effect image of the character CH1 is no longer displayed, the effect model returns to the retracted state so that the player can see the hold display and the active display. May be good. When the effect model is in the advanced state, the effect image of the character CH1 may be concealed, or the effect image of the character CH1 may not be concealed so that the player can recognize it. .. As described above, the restriction effect may be executed in an effect mode that is easily recognized as an effect having low relevance to the hold display change effect and the active display change effect. As a result, it is difficult for the player to recognize that the display mode has not changed even though the hold display change effect or the active display change effect has been executed, and it is possible to prevent a deterioration in the game interest.

In the above embodiment, by changing the display mode of the hold display to a display mode indicating a "secret" message, there is a high possibility that the display color of the hold display will be further changed to blue, green, or red. It was explained that the suggestion hold display is performed. When a plurality of such suggestion hold displays are displayed on the first hold display unit 5HR or the second hold display unit 5HL, the effects of changing the display mode of the hold display are simultaneously executed in duplicate. However, there is a risk that the game entertainment will be reduced. Therefore, when a plurality of hold displays are displayed in a specific mode that easily changes to another display mode, the display mode of the hold display is changed so that the hold display change effect is executed only for one hold display. You may decide whether or not.

In this way, the change effect timing pattern is determined and the hold display change timing setting is changed so that a plurality of hold display change effects for a plurality of hold displays are not executed at the same time. In this way, it is possible to prevent the effect of changing the display mode of the hold display from becoming complicated. The first hold display unit 5HR and the second hold display unit 5HL are not limited to those that prevent a plurality of hold display change effects from being executed at the same time among the plurality of hold displays, for example, the first hold display unit 5HR and the like. The change effect timing pattern is determined so that the hold display change effect targeting the hold display in the second hold display unit 5HL and the active display change effect targeting the active display in the active display unit AHA are not executed at the same time. It may be configured to change the hold display change timing setting, or to determine whether or not to execute the item display change effect. In this way, it is possible to improve the game entertainment by preventing complicated effects that change the display mode of the hold display and the display mode of the active display.

The change effect timing pattern is determined so that multiple hold display change effects targeting multiple hold displays are not executed at the same time, not limited to the case where multiple hold displays are displayed in a display mode indicating a "secret" message. Or may be configured to change the hold display change timing setting. In this way, it is possible to improve the game entertainment by preventing complicated productions that change the display mode of the hold display.

As the hold display change effect, a plurality of hold display change effects may be prepared by executing one change effect. Further, as an effect that combines the hold display change effect and the active display change effect, an effect that changes the display mode of the hold display and the display mode of the active display by executing the change effect 1 may be prepared. In this way, by changing the plurality of display modes by executing the change effect of 1, it is possible to prevent the effect from becoming complicated and improve the game entertainment.

In the above-described embodiment, both the hold display change effect and the active display change effect have been described as being a common effect mode in that they include an action effect such that the effect image of the character CH1 acts. .. On the other hand, it is not limited to the effect image of the character CH1, and any effect can be used as long as it can execute the hold display change effect and the active display change effect that are common in any effect mode. For example, while a character effect image is included, a part or all of the character type, shape, pattern or color to be displayed may be different, and sound effects and game effects output from the speakers 8L and 8R may be used. Either one or both of the lighting modes of the light emitting body such as the lamp 9 and the decorative LED may be different. As a more specific example, the character effect image includes a first character CH1 and a second character CH2, and the action effect includes an action effect SE1 that shoots a hold display or an active display with a gun, and a hold. It is assumed that there is an action effect SE2 that cuts the display and the active display with a sword. Here, the effect mode of the action effect is different between the case where the action effect SE1 by the first character CH1 is executed and the case where the action effect SE2 by the first character CH1 is executed, but the type of the character is different. It is common. On the other hand, the type of character is different between the case where the action effect SE1 by the first character CH1 is executed and the case where the action effect SE1 by the second character CH2 is executed, but the effect mode of the action effect is common. doing. In this way, the type of character is common but the effect mode (contents of action action) is different, and the effect mode (contents of action action) is common but the type of character is different. In either case, it can be said that the effect mode is common because there is a common part in the character type or the effect mode of the action effect. Further, when the hold display change effect and the active display change effect are executed in an effect mode in which the combination of the character type and the effect effect mode is common, for example, the action effect SE1 by the first character CH1. Even if there is, the display mode of the hold display changes (for example, blue, green, or red, which is a specific color) depending on whether the hold display change effect is executed or the active display change effect is executed in that effect mode. It may be set so that the rate of change) is different. Further, among the hold display change effects, the hold display or the active display depends on whether the hold display change effect including the action effect on which the hold number acts from "1" to "4" is executed. The display mode may be set so as to change at a different rate. Alternatively, when the hold display change effect and the active display change effect are executed in an effect mode in which the combination of the character type and the effect effect effect mode is common, the display mode of the hold display or the active display changes (for example). Even if the rate of change to any of the specific colors blue, green, and red is the same, the rate of change of the display mode after the change to a display mode with high jackpot reliability (for example, change to red) is different. It may be set as follows. Further, among the hold display change effects, the display mode of the hold display depends on whether the hold display change effect including the action effect on which the hold number acts from "1" to "4" is executed. Even if the rate of change of is the same, the rate of change of the display mode after the change to the display mode with high jackpot reliability may be set to be different. Alternatively, in the hold display change effect and the active display change effect, an effect in which all the effect modes are different from each other may be executed.

Further, the active display change effect may be executed a plurality of times during the variable display of 1. As an example, the timing at which the active display change effect can be executed includes the start of variable display, high-speed fluctuation of all symbols, the establishment of reach when the variable display state is in the reach state, and the reach effect after the reach state is reached. , Set multiple timings. Then, for example, it may be determined at which of a plurality of timings the active display change effect is executed at different predetermined ratios according to the variable display content. In this case, when the variable display content is "non-probability (big hit)" or "probability (big hit)", more than when the variable display content is "non-reach (loss)" or "reach (loss)". It may be set so that the ratio determined to execute the active display change effect at the timing is high.

Further, the display color of the active display may be changed a plurality of times from the start of the variable display corresponding to the active display until the final stop symbol is derived and displayed and the variable display ends. There are multiple timings for changing the display color during active display, such as when variable display starts, during high-speed fluctuations of all symbols, when the reach is established when the variable display state is in the reach state, and when the reach is being produced after the variable display state is reached. The display color of the active display may be changed at a part or all of the timings of. Further, the display color of the active display can be changed instead of a part of the display modes included in the special mode, for example, the display mode for notifying the message of "chance" in the above embodiment. May be good.

In the above embodiment, the display color change effect that changes the display color to a specific color (either blue, green, or red) as the display mode can be executed in both the hold display change effect and the active display change effect. The special change effect that changes to the special display mode that indicates the "secret" message can be executed in the hold display change effect, but cannot be executed in the active display change effect, and "?", "Chance", and "super heat". It has been described that the icon display change effect that changes to an icon that notifies a message such as the above cannot be executed in the hold display change effect, but can be executed in the active display change effect. However, which of the hold display change effect and the active display change effect can be executed or cannot be executed may be arbitrarily set. For example, among the display color change effects, an effect that changes to a part of the display color (for example, gold or rainbow color) may be set so that it can be executed only in the hold display change effect, or the active display change effect. It may be set to be feasible only in. As an effect that can be executed in the hold display change effect but cannot be executed in the active display change effect, it is possible to replace the suggestion hold display in which the display mode of the hold display is more likely to change, or to hold the suggestion. Along with the effect of displaying, an effect of displaying a mode transition suggestion suggesting that the mode shifts to a predetermined effect mode (pre-reading notice mode) may be executed as the pre-reading notice effect.

In the above embodiment, when the display mode of the active display is changed by the icon display change effect, the display mode is changed to be unrelated to the execution result of the display color change effect. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when the icon display change effect is executed after the display color change effect is executed and the display mode of the active display changes, the change due to the execution of the display color change effect is performed. The display color may be changed to a recognizable display mode. For example, when the display mode changes to indicate the "chance" message, the character color indicating the "chance" message is changed to a specific color (for example, blue, green, or red) after being changed by the display color change effect. ) May be used. Alternatively, the display frame of the icon in the active display may be displayed in a specific color after being changed by the display color change effect. In this way, by making the display color of a part or all of the icon in the active display different according to the specific color after being changed by the display color change effect, the player recognizes the jackpot reliability according to the display color. It may be possible.

In the above embodiment, by executing the icon display change effect, the icon displayed on the active display unit AHA is changed to a specific icon that notifies the message of "?", "Chance", or "heat". Explained as a thing. However, the specific icon is not limited to the one that notifies the message, and a specific shape such as an item such as a gun, a sword, or a medicine, or a character such as an ally character or an enemy character that becomes an enemy in the reach production. It may be a pattern, a color, or a combination thereof. Depending on the item or character displayed as a specific icon, the production mode (type of super reach) in the reach production of super reach may be set to be different, or a predetermined game such as jackpot reliability or reach reliability may be set. It may be set so that the possibility (reliability) of being given value is different.

Further, the display mode of the active display in the active display unit AHA may include a special mode that is displayed only when the display mode of the hold display changes to a specific mode in the hold display change effect. For example, there are specific display modes such as grenades, swords, and mini characters that are different from the normal display mode of the hold display, and only when the display mode of the hold display changes to the specific display mode in the hold display change effect. , The display mode of the active display may be changed to a special mode such as a large bomb, a long sword, or a big character in the active display change effect. More specifically, when the display mode of the hold display changes to a sword, when the hold display moves to the active display unit AHA, it changes to a long sword, a thick sword, a twin sword (two swords), etc. Or, when the display mode of the hold display is changed to a grenade, the hold display may be changed to dynamite, a bomb, or the like when the hold display is moved to the active display unit AHA. Further, not only the change in shape as described above, but also the change in shape and the change in display color may be combined. For example, when the display mode of the hold display changes from a white sword to a red sword, the hold display may change from a red sword to a long red sword when the hold display moves to the active display unit AHA.

Further, the active display change effect may be executed in the variable display in which the variable display effect of the "pseudo-ream" is executed. In this case, the icon displayed on the active display unit AHA includes an icon that notifies a message such as "NEXT" to notify that the pseudo-ream variation in the variable display effect of the "pseudo-ream" is executed. You may. Then, in the change effect setting process of step S322, when the execution condition of the active display change effect is satisfied based on whether or not the variable display effect of the "pseudo-ream" is executed, the execution setting of the active display change effect is established. Should be done.

For example, in response to the case where the variable display effect of "pseudo-ream" is executed, by determining one of a plurality of icon display change patterns, from the start of the variable display to the stop display of the final stop symbol. In addition, the active display change effect, which is the second change effect, may be executed a plurality of times. By doing so, even if the active display change effect is executed once or a predetermined time and the display mode of the active display does not change to the display mode with high jackpot reliability, the active display change effect is further executed. Since there is a possibility that the display mode of the active display may change, it is possible to maintain the expectation for the variable display in which the start condition is satisfied.

Further, the active display change effect and the active change gaze effect may be executed a plurality of times from the start of the variable display to the stop display of the final stop symbol. In this case, for example, when the variable display is a variable display in which a specific reach effect is executed, there are more active display change effects and active change gasses than in the variable display in which a reach effect other than the specific reach effect is executed. It may be executed. Specifically, after two pseudo-continuous fluctuations (re-variations), it develops into normal reach, weak super reach with higher expectation of big hit than normal reach, and strong super reach with higher expectation of big hit than weak super reach. In the variable display in which a specific reach effect is executed, an active display change effect or an active change effect may be executed each time each reach is developed. As a result, for example, even if the display mode of the active display when developed into strong super reach is a mode with a low degree of expectation, the display mode of the active display may change due to the development of strong super reach. Can be made to be conscious of the player, and the decline in the interest of the game can be suppressed.

In addition, the execution rate of the pending change gas effect and the execution rate of the active change gas effect may be different. For example, the hold change effect is executed only once between the time when the target is held and the time when the variable display of the target is started, and the active change effect is finally stopped after the variable display is started. It may be executed a plurality of times (for example, three times) until the symbol is stopped and displayed. Specifically, after two pseudo-continuous fluctuations (re-variations), it develops into normal reach, weak super reach with higher expectation of big hit than normal reach, and strong super reach with higher expectation of big hit than weak super reach. When the active change effect is executed in the variable display in which the specific reach effect is executed, the active change effect may be executed each time the reach is developed. If there are only two timings to execute the active change effect during one variable display, the active change effect may be executed twice, and the active change effect may be executed during one variable display. When there are four or more timings for executing the Gase effect, the active change Gase effect may be executed four or more times. When the active change effect is executed a plurality of times and the active display change effect that is not a ghost is executed once, it is desirable to execute the active display change effect that is not a ghost after executing all the active change ghost effects. By doing so, it is possible to expect the player to change the display mode of the active display even if the active change effect is executed.

Further, in the above embodiment, the hold display change effect as the first change effect and the active display change effect as the second change effect include, for example, an action effect of displaying an effect image of the character CH1 and giving an action. As a result, a predetermined mode of production including a common production mode is executed. In this way, it is possible to improve the interest of the game by paying the player attention to which of the display mode of the hold display and the display mode of the active display changes.

When the hold display change effect that is the first change effect is executed and when the active display change effect that is the second change effect is executed, for example, a restriction effect by displaying an effect image for display restriction is executed. As a result, restrictions may be set on at least a part of the hold display in the first hold display unit 5HR and the second hold display unit 5HL and the active display in the active display unit AHA. By doing so, it is possible to improve the interest of the game by paying more attention to the player as to which display including the plurality of hold display and the active display changes.

When determining various patterns such as a countdown notice pattern, a chance eye notice timing pattern, a hold display change pattern, a change effect timing pattern, and an icon display change pattern in the above embodiment, or whether or not there is a countdown notice and whether or not there is a chance eye notice. And type, presence / absence and type of hold display change effect, presence / absence of display change, presence / absence of icon display change effect, mode of special image, mode of preview image, etc. The fact that the ratio of the result of any one of the results to the decision result is higher than the ratio of the result of the other decision may include that the ratio of the result of one decision is 100%. It may be included that the ratio of other determination results is 0%. When the ratio of 1 as the decision result is 100%, the ratio of other decision results is 0%. Further, when the ratio of other decision results is 0%, if the ratio of 1 decision result is a predetermined ratio other than 100% but not 0%, the ratio of 1 decision result is the other decision result. It will be higher than the ratio.

In the above embodiment, it is determined whether or not a "big hit" is obtained on the main board 11 side, such as executing a winning random value determination process in the starting winning determination process executed on the main board 11. I do. Then, a command for designating the determination result is transmitted to the effect control board 12. Further, on the side of the effect control board 12, it is determined to execute the look-ahead notice based on the command from the main board 11. However, it is not limited to the one that determines whether or not a "big hit" occurs on the side of the main board 11. For example, on the side of the main board 11, a command indicating a random value extracted at the time of winning is transmitted to the effect control board 12, and on the side of the effect control board 12, a "big hit" is obtained based on the command from the main board 11. In addition to making a determination as to whether or not, the execution of the look-ahead notice may be determined according to the determination result. That is, in determining the execution of the look-ahead notice, the determination process regarding the target of the look-ahead notice may be executed by either the main board 11 or the effect control board 12.

The special symbol and the decorative symbol are not limited to those that are variably displayed as a plurality of types of identification information. For example, the special symbol display device (first special symbol display device 4A, second special symbol display device 4B) is configured by using a plurality of LEDs, and is specified among the plurality of LEDs during the variable display of the special symbol (1st special symbol display device 4A, 2nd special symbol display device 4B). Only the single) LED repeats turning on and off, and the other LEDs remain off. Then, when the variable display result is "missing", a special symbol is created by maintaining the state in which the LED repeatedly turned on and off in a predetermined emission color, or by maintaining the state in which the LED is turned off. Stop display. At this time, the other LEDs are kept off. On the other hand, when the variable display result is a "big hit", the special symbol is stopped and displayed by a predetermined lighting pattern in which some or all of the LEDs among the plurality of LEDs are lit. In this way, even if a specific (single) symbol is switched between display and non-display during variable display of a special symbol or decorative symbol, the other symbols remain hidden. good. Then, as the final stop symbol (fixed special symbol or fixed decorative symbol) that results in the variable display of the special symbol or decorative symbol, any one of a plurality of types of symbols may be derived and displayed (stop display).

In the above embodiment, one variation pattern designation command is transmitted when the variable display is started in order to notify the effect control board 12 of the variation pattern indicating the variable display time, the variable display mode of the decorative pattern, and the like. Although an example is shown, the fluctuation pattern may be notified to the effect control board 12 side by two or more commands. Specifically, when notifying by two commands, the CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 has the presence or absence of pseudo-continuous fluctuation, the presence or absence of slipping effect, etc. in the first command before reaching (when not reaching). Is sent a command indicating the variable display time and variable display mode (before the so-called second stop), and the second command is after reaching the reach (reach and presence / absence of re-lottery effect, etc.). If this is not the case, a command indicating the variable display time or variable display mode (after the so-called second stop) may be transmitted. In this case, in the effect control board 12, for example, the effect control CPU 120 may perform effect control in the variable display based on the variable display time derived from the combination of the two commands. The game control microcomputer 100 notifies the variable display time by each of the two commands, and the effect control CPU 120 selects the specific variable display mode to be executed at each timing. You may do it. When sending two commands, two commands may be sent within the same timer interrupt, or after a predetermined period of time has elapsed after sending the first command (for example, in the next timer interrupt). ) You may send a second command. The variable display mode indicated by each command is not limited to this example, and the order of transmission can be changed as appropriate. By notifying the fluctuation pattern by two or more commands in this way, it is possible to reduce the amount of data that must be stored as the fluctuation pattern designation command.

The present invention can be applied not only to the pachinko gaming machine 1 but also to slot machines and the like. In slot machines, when the gaming state shifts to a special gaming state such as a regular bonus or a big bonus, the player can win more medals than the normal gaming state, which is more advantageous for the player than the normal gaming state. It becomes a game state. The special game state is not limited to regular bonuses and big bonuses, and it can be expected that the player will win more medals than the normal game state, and the game state is more advantageous to the player than the normal game state. Just do it. As a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than such a normal gaming state, for example, an operation that satisfies the derivation condition of the notification target winning that occurs on the condition that the reel derivation condition (for example, stop order or stop timing) is satisfied. By limiting the assist time (AT) in which the procedure is notified and the pull-in range of at least one of the reels, the symbol displayed when the stop switch is operated is controlled so that it is easy to stop, and the game is played. Challenge time (CT) that allows a person to derive a combination of winning symbols by pushing the button, challenge bonus (CB) with continuous challenge time, specific winning (for example, replay winning, single bonus winning, etc.) It may be a gaming state (so-called replay time (RT) or concentrated state) in which the probability that the occurrence of the above is allowed increases, and further, a gaming state in which these are combined.

In addition, various effects including the device configuration and data configuration of the game machine, the processing shown in the flowchart, the image display operation in the image display device, the audio output operation in the speaker, and the lighting operation in the game effect lamp and the decorative LED. The operation and the like can be arbitrarily changed and modified without departing from the spirit of the present invention. In addition, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to a pay-out type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of gaming media as a prize based on the occurrence of a prize, but a score is scored based on the occurrence of a winning by enclosing the gaming medium. It can also be applied to an enclosed gaming machine that grants. Slot machines are not limited to those in which the number of bets is set using medals and credits as the game value, but only slot machines that set the number of bets using game balls as the game value and credits as the game value. It may be a fully credited slot machine that sets the number of bets using.

The program and data for realizing the present invention are limited to a form distributed and provided by a detachable recording medium to a computer device included in the gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine 1 or a slot machine. It may be distributed by pre-installing it in a storage device such as a computer device in advance. Further, the program and data for realizing the present invention are distributed by downloading from other devices on the network connected via a communication line or the like by providing a communication processing unit. It doesn't matter.

The execution mode of the game is not limited to the one executed by attaching a detachable recording medium, but can be executed by temporarily storing the program and data downloaded via the communication line or the like in the internal memory or the like. It may be executed directly by using the hardware resources of other devices on the network connected via a communication line or the like. Furthermore, it is also possible to execute a game by exchanging data with another computer device or the like via a network.

1 ... Pachinko game machine 11 ... Main board 12 ... Production control board 100 ... Game control microcomputer 103 ... CPU
120 ... CPU for production control
123 ... Display control unit AHA ... Active display TA ... Target TG ... Special image YG ... Notice image G0 to G3 ... Countdown image CH1 ... Character

Claims (1)

It is a gaming machine that can execute variable display,
A determination means that can determine that the hold memory for the variable display that has not been started is controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.
Based on the determination result of the determination means, a display means capable of displaying a special image before executing the target variable display corresponding to the hold storage that is the determination target of the determination means is provided.
The display means is
The special image can be displayed even in the variable display after the special image is displayed.
In the variable display executed before the target variable display, the special image can be changed to a preview image different from the special image and displayed based on the determination result of the determination means.
In the target variable display, the special image can be changed to a special image different from the preview image and displayed.
Further provided with a hold change notice effect executing means for executing a hold change notice effect that changes the hold display corresponding to the hold memory that is the determination target of the determination means based on the determination result of the determination means.
The display means starts displaying the special image at a predetermined timing after the hold change notice effect is executed by the hold change notice effect execution means.
The display means can display a corresponding display corresponding to a variable display.
Further provided with a corresponding display change notice effect executing means for executing the corresponding display change notice effect for changing the corresponding display.
The pending change notice effect and the corresponding display change notice effect are executed by a common effect mode.
The special image is displayed at a position distant from the hold display and is displayed as an image different from the hold display.
A gaming machine characterized by that.

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