JP7328764B2 - game machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to gaming machines.

Conventionally, in this type of gaming machine, when a game ball enters a starting prize-winning slot, a jackpot lottery that determines whether or not a special game advantageous to the player can be executed, or a variable performance that notifies the result of the jackpot lottery. Also known is a system that determines the form of suggestive effect that makes a certain suggestion, and executes various effects such as variable effect and suggestive effect in the determined mode.
In such a game machine, after performing a lottery for a big win, a variation pattern in which a variation time is determined when executing a variation performance is determined based on the result of the lottery, and the result and determination of the lottery for the big win are determined. Specific aspects of various effects based on the determined variation pattern (possibility of execution of reach display, mode of performing reach display, propriety of execution of reach development effect (suggestion effect) that suggests the result of the jackpot lottery, etc. ) is generally determined (see Patent Document 1).

JP 2012-106042 A

However, in the gaming machine as described above, since the specific aspects of various effects are determined based on the result of the lottery of the big win and the variation pattern, if the result of the lottery of the big win and the variation pattern are the same, , there is a possibility that the same type of mode is determined as the mode of various presentations.
As a result, there is a possibility that various effects will be executed in the same manner in a short period of time. Ta.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION Accordingly, it is an object of the present invention to provide a gaming machine capable of preventing the performance from becoming monotonous and preventing the player from losing interest.

In order to achieve the above objects, the present invention is configured as follows.

(1) The present invention includes a special game execution determining means for determining whether or not to execute a special game advantageous to the player based on the establishment of a predetermined starting condition, and a suggestive effect capable of executing a suggestive effect to suggest a predetermined content. and execution means, wherein the suggestive effect execution means is set to be able to execute the suggestive effect in any one of a plurality of suggestive modes, and a suggestion of the same kind as the suggested mode of the executed suggestive effect. A gaming machine capable of executing a notification effect of performing a predetermined notification when executing the suggestive effect in accordance with a mode, and executing a variable effect of notifying a determination result as to whether or not the special game can be executed in a predetermined notification mode. Then, the suggestive effect executing means is capable of executing the suggestive effect during execution of the variable effect, and during execution of the variable effect or non-execution of the special game that notifies that the execution of the special game is determined. When the suggestive effect is executed during the execution of the variable effect that notifies that the execution is determined by a specific notification mode, the suggestive effect of the suggestive effect executed most recently before the variable effect and the suggestive effect When executing the suggestive effect in the same type of suggestive mode, and executing the suggestive effect during the execution of the variable effect in which the non-execution of the special game is determined in a notification mode different from the specific notification mode is characterized in that the suggestive effect is executed in a suggestive mode different from the suggestive mode of the suggestive effect executed most recently before the variable performance .
Here, as the notification effect, the title displayed at the start of the suggestive effect (for example, reach development effect) is the same as the title displayed at the start of the executed suggestive effect (for example, the title “A”). By displaying as a different mode (for example, title "A (again)" etc.), it is possible to notify that the suggestive effect will be executed in the same kind of suggestive mode as the suggested mode of the executed suggestive effect. , During the execution period of the suggestive effect, characters or images suggesting that the suggestive effect of the suggestive effect is of the same type as the executed suggestive effect , etc.) to notify that the same type of suggestive mode suggestive effect is being repeatedly executed.

According to the gaming machine of the present invention, when the suggestive effect is executed in the same kind of suggestive mode as the suggestive mode of the executed suggestive effect, the notification effect of giving a predetermined notification is executed, so that the suggestive effect is suggested. Different impressions can be given even if the aspects are of the same type. As a result, it is possible to prevent the performance from becoming monotonous and prevent the player from losing interest.

In addition , as the predetermined starting condition, the entry of the game ball into the starting area provided in the game area can be mentioned.
In addition, as the execution of the suggestive effect, a plurality of notification modes with the same execution time (fluctuation time) of the variable effect are provided as the notification mode of the variable effect that notifies the determination result of the execution of the special game, and the variable effect of this time is provided. It is determined by lottery whether or not the notification mode of is to be a specific notification mode in the executed variable performance, and when it is determined to be the specific notification mode, the variable performance according to the specific notification mode is executed. And during the variable production, there is a mode that executes a suggestive effect in the same type of suggestive mode as the executed suggestive effect (and also executes a notification effect that suggests that it is the same type or that it is the same type) mentioned.
In addition, as the suggestive effect, at a predetermined timing during the variable effect, it is executed by displaying one of a plurality of preview images set so that the degree of expectation and reliability for the execution decision of the special game are different. At a predetermined timing after the so-called ready-to-win display is performed in the advance notice effect and variable effect, one of the plurality of development images set to have different degrees of expectation and reliability is displayed. Reach development production etc. are mentioned.

According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a gaming machine capable of preventing the performance from becoming monotonous and preventing the player from losing interest.

1 is an external perspective view of a pachinko machine; FIG. 1 is an external perspective view of a pachinko machine with a front door opened; FIG. 1 is a schematic front view of a game board of a pachinko machine; FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing an electrical configuration of a pachinko machine; FIG. It is explanatory drawing of the jackpot determination random number determination table of a pachinko machine. It is an explanatory diagram of a winning symbol random number determination table of the pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing of the reach group determination random number determination table of a pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing of the reach mode determination random number determination table of a pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing of the reach mode determination random number determination table of a pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing of the variation pattern lottery table of a pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing of the fluctuation time determination table of a pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing of the special electric accessary product operation table of a pachinko machine. It is an explanatory diagram of a game state setting table of the pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing of the hit determination random number determination table of a pachinko machine. It is an explanatory diagram of a normal symbol variation pattern determination table of the pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing of the 2nd start prize-winning opening control table of a pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the main process in the main control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the timer interrupt processing in the main control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the process at the time of sensor detection in the main control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the process at the time of gate detection in the main control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing an outline of the first start winning opening detection processing in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the prior determination process in the main control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing the outline of the second start winning opening detection processing in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flowchart showing an outline of special figure-related control processing in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing an outline of special symbol variation start processing in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing the outline of the variation effect pattern determination processing in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing an outline of special symbol variation stop processing in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the post-stop processing in the main control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing an outline of a special game control process in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flowchart showing an outline of special game end processing in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the normal figure related control processing in the main control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing an outline of normal symbol variation start processing in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing an outline of normal symbol variation stop processing in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing an outline of normal symbol stop post-processing in the main control board of the pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the movable piece control processing in the main control board of a pachinko machine. It is a figure which shows an example of the aspect of the variation production|presentation of a pachinko machine. It is a figure which shows an example of the aspect of the variation production|presentation of a pachinko machine. It is a figure which shows an example of the aspect of the variation production|presentation of a pachinko machine. It is a figure which shows an example of the aspect of the variation production|presentation of a pachinko machine. It is a figure which shows an example of the aspect of the variation production|presentation of a pachinko machine. It is a figure which shows an example of the aspect of the variation production|presentation of a pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing of the fluctuation production|presentation determination table of a pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing of the fluctuation production|presentation determination table of a pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the main process in the sub-control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flowchart which shows the outline of the timer interrupt processing in the sub-control board of a pachinko machine. It is a flow chart showing an outline of a variation command reception process in the sub-control board of the pachinko machine.

Preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.
(External configuration of pachinko machine P)
The gaming machine according to this embodiment is a pachinko machine P that uses game balls as game media. Although not shown in particular, in a game hall where pachinko machines P are installed, a plurality of pachinko machines P are arranged side by side in a game machine installation area called an island, and a game for renting out game balls is provided. A ball lending device is installed adjacent to each pachinko machine P. Each pachinko machine P is connected to a corresponding game ball lending device R.
The game ball lending device R is capable of inserting a storage medium (card) in which value information necessary for inserting bills and lending game balls is stored. After inserting banknotes (or inserting a card) into the game ball lending device R, by performing a predetermined operation on the pachinko machine P, it is possible to receive game balls from the game ball lending device R. It is possible.

The pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1 or FIG. A body frame 2 which is a rectangular frame body attached to the machine frame 1 so as to be openable and closable by means of a hinge mechanism (not particularly shown), and which has a hollow portion (not particularly shown), and the body frame. A front door 3 is attached to the door 2 by a hinge mechanism (not particularly shown) so that it can be opened and closed, and has an opening (not particularly shown) formed in the front.

A speaker serving as an audio output device 10 is provided at the lower left portion of the machine frame 1, as shown in FIG. A game board 11 for forming a game area 12 is accommodated in the hollow portion of the body frame 2 . The front door 3 also has a transparent plate 4 covering the opening, an upper plate 6 and a receiving tray 7 positioned below the transparent plate 4 and capable of receiving game balls, and a game ball mounted on the right side of the receiving tray 7. An operation handle 5 for performing a shooting operation, and a speaker as an audio output device 10 attached one each to the upper left and right sides of the transparent plate 4 are provided.

In this pachinko machine P, when the body frame 2 is closed with respect to the machine frame 1 and the front door 3 is closed, the transparent plate 4 is positioned in front of the game board 11 with a gap therebetween. As a result, the game board 11 positioned behind can be viewed through the transparent plate 4 .

In addition, game balls rented by the game ball renting device R and prize balls paid out from the pachinko machine P are led to the upper plate 6.例文帳に追加The upper tray 6 can receive a predetermined amount of game balls, and when the upper tray 6 is filled with the game balls, the game balls to be lent or put out after that are guided to the receiving tray 7. It's like Also, although not shown, the bottom surface of the tray 7 is provided with a discharge hole for discharging the stored game balls and an opening/closing plate capable of opening and closing the discharge hole. In the normal state, the discharge hole is closed by the opening and closing plate, but by moving the opening and closing lever 8 (see FIG. 1) attached integrally with the opening and closing plate in the lateral direction, the opening and closing plate also moves in the same direction, and the discharge hole is discharged. A hole is opened. Thereby, the game ball can be dropped from the discharge hole and discharged to the outside of the receiving tray 7. - 特許庁

Further, the operating handle 5 is formed so that the player can rotate it in a predetermined direction. Then, when the player rotates the operating handle 5, the game balls received in the upper tray 6 are sent to a shooting device (not particularly shown), and are fired at an intensity corresponding to the rotation angle of the operating handle 5. A game ball is shot toward a game area 12 by a shooting device. The game balls shot in this manner are guided by a pair of rails 13 a and 13 b fixed to the game board 11 and rise to reach the game area 12 .

Here, the game area 12 is fixed to the game board 11 in the space formed between the game board 11 and the transparent plate 4 when the main body frame 2 and the front door 3 are closed with respect to the machine frame 1. It is a substantially circular portion partitioned by a pair of rails 13a and 13b, and is an area in which game balls can flow down.
As shown in FIG. 3, the game areas 12 are a first game area 12a on the left side as seen from the player facing the pachinko machine P, and an area on the right side as seen from the player facing the pachinko machine P. and the second game area 12b. These two game areas 12 are different in the possibility of game ball entry depending on the firing intensity of the launcher. Specifically, when the firing strength of the firing device is less than a predetermined strength (strength to the extent that the game ball fired by the firing device does not reach the highest point of the game area 12), the game ball is placed in the first game area Enter 12a. On the other hand, when the shooting intensity of the shooting device is equal to or higher than a predetermined intensity (strength that allows the game ball shot by the shooting device to reach the highest point in the game area 12), the game ball is sent to the second game area 12b. enter the

Also, in the game area 12, as shown in FIG. 3, there are a windmill and a large number of nails for making the flowing direction of game balls irregular, a general winning hole 14 into which game balls can enter, and a starter. A first starting prize winning port 15 and a second starting prize winning port 16 as areas, a gate 20 through which game balls can pass, an attacker device 17 that operates when a predetermined condition is satisfied, and guides game balls out of the game area 12. An out port 19 and a performance display device 21 as a performance device for performing performance as the game progresses are provided.

As shown in FIG. 3, the general winning hole 14 is provided at the lower left side of the game area 12, and when a game ball enters the general winning hole 14, a predetermined number (five in this embodiment) of prize balls is paid out.
The number and position of the general prize winning openings 14 are not particularly limited.

The first starting prize winning port 15 is provided at a position slightly lower than the center of the game area 12, as shown in FIG. A game ball flowing down the first game area 12a can enter the first start winning opening 15, and a game ball flowing down the second game area 12b can hardly enter. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 3, the second start winning opening 16 is provided at a position to the right of the center of the game area 12 (that is, inside the second game area 12b). A game ball flowing down the second game area 12b can be entered into the second start winning opening 16, and a game ball flowing down the first game area 12a can hardly enter.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 3, the second start winning opening 16 is provided with a movable piece 16b (ordinary electric accessory) that can be opened and closed to the left and right. Then, when the movable piece 16b is closed, the second starting prize winning port 16 is in a closed state, and it is impossible or difficult for the game ball to enter the second starting winning prize port 16.例文帳に追加On the other hand, when the movable piece 16b opens, the second starting winning opening 16 is opened, and the movable piece 16b functions as a guide member for guiding the game ball toward the second starting winning opening 16.例文帳に追加As a result, the entry of the game ball into the second start winning hole 16 is facilitated.
In addition, the configuration of the movable piece 16b is not particularly limited. , a lid member that rotates back and forth about a horizontal axis to open and close the second start-up prize-winning port 16, or slides up and down to open and close the second start-up prize-winning port 16. A shutter member may be used.
In addition, the installation position of the first start prize winning port 15 and the second start prize winning port 16 is not particularly limited. The game balls flowing down the first game area 12a and the second game area 12b) may also be arranged at positions where it is easy to enter.

Then, when the game ball enters the first start prize winning port 15 or the second start prize winning port 16, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out, and a jackpot lottery is performed, and among a plurality of predetermined special symbols. 1 special symbol is determined from . Various game benefits are associated with each special symbol, and depending on the type of the determined special symbol, the player can obtain game benefits such as execution of a special game advantageous to the player and setting of a predetermined game state. It's like
In addition, the number of prize balls paid out based on the entry of the game ball into the first start prize winning port 15 or the second start prize winning port 16 is not particularly limited as long as it is one or more, and any number can be used. good. In addition, the number of prize balls is the same between the starting winning port (second starting winning port 16) provided with the movable piece 16b and the starting winning port (first starting winning port 15) not provided with the movable piece 16b. , or may be different. In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, the number of prize balls paid out based on the entry of the game ball into the first start prize winning port 15 is three, and the number of prize balls paid out based on the entry of the game ball into the second start prize winning port 16 is The number of prize balls paid out is one.

The gate 20 is provided above the second starting prize opening 16, as shown in FIG. When the game ball passes through this gate 20, a lottery for normal symbols, which will be described later, is performed. Then, when the result of the lottery is a win, the movable piece 16b provided in the above-described second start winning opening 16 is opened for a predetermined time.

The attacker device 17 is provided below the second start winning opening 16, as shown in FIG. The attacker device 17 includes a large winning opening 18 into which a game ball can enter, and an opening/closing door 18b for opening and closing the large winning opening 18.例文帳に追加In the normal state, the opening/closing door 18b is closed and the big winning hole 18 is closed, so the game ball cannot enter the big winning hole 18, but the above-mentioned special game is executed. Then, the opening/closing door 18b is opened to open the large winning opening 18, and the opening/closing door 18b functions as a receiving tray member that guides the game ball to the large winning opening 18, thereby preventing the game ball from entering the large winning opening 18. It becomes possible.
Then, when the game ball enters the big winning hole 18, a predetermined number of prize balls (15 in this embodiment) are paid out.
Further, as shown in FIG. 3, game balls flowing down the second game area 12b can enter the big winning opening 18, and game balls flowing down the first game area 12a cannot enter. It's like
In this way, the game ball flowing down the first game area 12a can enter the first start winning opening 15, and the game ball flowing down the second game area 12b passes through the gate 20 and enters the second It is possible to enter a ball into the starting prize winning port 16 and a ball into the big winning prize port 18.例文帳に追加

Out port 19, as shown in FIG. It accepts game balls that did not enter the ball. The game balls received by the out port 19 are guided to the back side of the game board 11 and collected.

The effect display device 21 is provided substantially in the center of the game area 12, as shown in FIG. A liquid crystal display device is used as the effect display device 21 in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment. In addition, the effect display device 21 is provided with a display section 21a for displaying images such as moving images and still images. dummy symbols) are variably displayed, and a variable effect is performed to inform the player of the result of a lottery for a big win, which will be described later, according to the stop display mode of each effect symbol 50.例文帳に追加
Note that the effect display device 21 is not limited to a liquid crystal display device. For example, a drum-type display device or the like that uses a plurality of drums with patterns attached to the outer periphery to perform various displays may be used.

The pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment includes a performance display device 21 as a performance device, a speaker as the above-described audio output device 10, and a performance lighting device 23 that performs performance by emitting light in various colors and lighting patterns. lamp (see FIG. 2).
Note that the production device is not limited to these, and for example, a production accessory device or the like that can be moved in various timings and modes may be provided.

In addition, at the front position of the upper tray 6, an effect operation device 9 is provided, which can be operated by the player to advance or switch effects that are executed during a game, waiting, or the like. The production operation device 9 in this embodiment is composed of an operation dial 9a which is a circular ring-shaped frame and can be rotated, and an operation button 9b which is fitted in the operation dial 9a and can be pressed. . When the operation dial 9a is rotated or the operation button 9b is pressed while a predetermined effect is being executed on the effect display device 21, the above-described predetermined effect progresses or switches to a different effect. It is designed to
Note that the effect operation device 9 is not limited to the operation dial 9a, the operation button 9b, etc., and may be provided with a cross key or the like that allows input in the up, down, left, and right directions. In addition, the operation dial 9a, the operation button 9b, and other effects operation devices 9 may be provided, and the above-described cross key may be provided separately.

Further, as shown in FIG. 3, in the lower right part of the game board 11 and outside the game area 12, there is a first special symbol display device 30 as a device for displaying various situations regarding the game. , a second special symbol display device 31, a first special symbol reservation display device 38, a second special symbol reservation display device 39, a normal symbol display device 32 and a normal symbol reservation display device 33 are provided.

Further, as described above, the game ball lending device R is electrically connected to the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment. The pachinko machine P is designed to be accepted. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko machine P has a value information display device 35 that displays value information (balance information) stored in the card, a ball lending button 36 that can be pressed, and a button 36 that can be pressed. A card return button 37 is provided.

(Configuration of control means of pachinko machine P)
Next, control means for controlling games and effects of the pachinko machine P will be described.
The control means described above is composed of various control boards, and more specifically, as shown in FIG. A launch payout control board 200 for controlling payout, a sub-control board 300 for controlling various effects, and a game ball lending control board 400 for relaying operations to the game ball lending device R are provided.

Further, as shown in FIG. 4, the main control board 100 is connected with the launch payout control board 200 and the sub control board 300, and the launch payout control board 200 is connected with the game ball lending control board 400. there is Furthermore, the main control board 100 and the launch payout control board 200 are connected to an external information terminal board 500 for outputting various information on the progress of the game to the outside of the pachinko machine P (for example, a hall computer in a game hall, etc.). It is
In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, as described above, the launch payout control board 200 controls both the launch of game balls and the payout of prize balls. board) and a board for controlling the payout of prize balls (payout control board) may be provided separately.

Moreover, although not shown, a power supply board is connected to each board provided in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment. This power supply board is provided with a backup power supply, and when the voltage value of the power supplied to the pachinko machine P falls below a predetermined value, it is determined that power has been cut off, and a power cutoff signal is output to the main control board 100. .

The main control board 100 controls the game performed in the pachinko machine P. Specifically, the game starts when a game ball enters the first start winning hole 15 or the second starting winning hole 16. A special game played, a normal game started when the game ball passes through the gate 20, and a special game are controlled.
As shown in FIG. 4, the main control board 100 includes a main CPU 101 for performing various arithmetic processing, a main ROM 102 for storing control programs for progressing the game, data necessary for the game, tables, etc., and a main RAM 103 used as a temporary storage area or the like.
The main CPU 101 reads control programs stored in the main ROM 102 based on signals from detection sensors and timers, which will be described later, and performs arithmetic processing, controls various devices connected to the main CPU 101, Commands are sent to other boards based on the results of arithmetic processing.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 4, the main control board 100 includes a general winning hole detection sensor 14a for detecting that a game ball has entered the general winning hole 14, and a game ball entering the first starting winning hole 15. A first start winning hole detection sensor 15a for detecting that a game ball has landed, a second start winning hole detection sensor 16a for detecting that a game ball has entered a second start winning hole 16, and a game ball to a big winning hole 18. A large winning hole detection sensor 18a that detects that a game ball has entered, a gate detection sensor 20a that detects that a game ball has passed through the gate 20, magnetism and radio waves directed to the game board 11, and shaking the game board 11, etc. A fraud detection sensor 35 for detecting vibration caused by is connected. A detection signal output from each of these detection sensors is input to the main control board 100 .
In addition, the sensor connected to the main control board 100 is not limited to these.

Further, the main control board 100 includes, as devices to be controlled, a starting prize winning opening solenoid 16c that drives the movable piece 16b of the second starting winning prize opening 16 to open and close, and a door 18b that opens and closes the big winning opening 18. A large winning opening solenoid 18c, a first special symbol display device 30, a second special symbol display device 31, a normal symbol display device 32, a first special symbol reservation display device 38, and a second special symbol reservation display device 39. , and the normal symbol reservation display device 33 are connected.
The solenoids are driven by the main control board 100 to control the opening and closing of the second start winning opening 16 and the big winning opening 18, and to control the display of each display device.

The launch payout control board 200, although not particularly illustrated, is equipped with a CPU, ROM, and RAM in the same manner as the main control board 100, and is connected to the main control board 100 so as to be able to communicate bidirectionally. .

As shown in FIG. 4, the launch payout control board 200 includes a touch sensor 5a for detecting that a player touches the operating handle 5, and a touch sensor 5a for detecting the player's touch with the operating handle 5 as a device for controlling the shooting of game balls. An operation volume 5b for detecting an angle (rotational angle), a shooting stop switch 5c for stopping shooting of game balls, and a ball feeder for sending game balls received in the upper tray 6 to a shooting device (not shown). A solenoid 60 and a shooting motor 61 for shooting game balls are connected. Further, control signals output from the touch sensor 5a, the operation volume 5b, and the firing stop switch 5c are input to the firing payout control board 200. FIG.

When the control signal from the touch sensor 5a and the operation volume 5b is input to the ejection payout control board 200, control is performed to energize the ball feed solenoid 60 and the ejection motor 61 to shoot the game ball. On the other hand, when the control signal from the firing stop switch 5c is input to the firing payout control board 200, the energization of the ball feeding solenoid 60 and the firing motor 61 is stopped to stop the firing of the game ball.
A rotary solenoid may be used instead of the shooting motor 61 as a device for shooting game balls.

Also, as shown in FIG. 4, the launch payout control board 200 includes a game ball stored in a game ball storage section (not particularly shown) as a device for controlling the payout of game balls. A payout motor 62 for putting out balls and a payout counting switch 63 for detecting and counting the put out game balls are connected. When the ejection payout control board 200 receives the payout number command transmitted from the main control board 100, the ejection payout control board 200 pays out a predetermined number of game balls (prize balls) based on the payout number command. The payout motor 62 is controlled as follows. At this time, the number of game balls put out is counted by the payout counting switch 63, and it is possible to determine whether or not a predetermined number of game balls (prize balls) have been put out.

Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 4, the firing payout control board 200 includes a front door open detection sensor 3a for detecting the open state of the front door 3 and a tray full tank detection sensor 7a for detecting the full tank state of the tray 7. , are connected.

When the front door open detection sensor 3a detects that the front door 3 is open, it outputs an open detection signal to the ejection payout control board 200. While the front door 3 is open, the open detection signal is output. output continuously. Then, the launch payout control board 200 transmits a door opening command to the main control board 100 when the open detection signal is input. On the other hand, when the front door open detection sensor 3a stops detecting that the front door 3 is open, it turns off and stops outputting the door open detection signal. When the input of the door open detection signal stops, the launch payout control board 200 determines that the front door 3 is closed, and stops sending the door open command to the main control board 100 .

The tray full detection sensor 7 a is provided at a predetermined position of the tray 7 . When the receiving tray 7 is filled with a predetermined amount or more of game balls to be paid out as prize balls, the stored game balls reach the above-described predetermined position.
The receiving tray full tank detection sensor 7a is turned on when it detects that the game balls have reached the above-described predetermined position, and outputs a receiving tray detection signal to the discharge payout control board 200. While reaching the predetermined position, the tray detection signal is continuously output. Then, the launch payout control board 200 transmits a saucer full command to the main control board 100 when the saucer detection signal is input. On the other hand, when the receiving tray full detection sensor 7a no longer detects that the game ball has reached the predetermined position, it turns off and stops outputting the receiving tray detection signal. Then, when the input of the saucer detection signal stops, the launch payout control board 200 determines that the full state of the saucer 7 has been cancelled, and stops sending the saucer full command to the main control board 100 .

Further, as described above, the game ball lending control board 400 that relays the operation to the game ball lending device R is connected to the launch payout control board 200 . As shown in FIG. 4, the launch payout control board 200 includes, via the game ball lending control board 400, a value information display device 35, a ball lending switch 36a for detecting the pressing operation of the ball lending button 36, and a card return controller. A card return switch 37a for detecting a pressing operation of the button 37 is connected.

When the ball lending button 36 is pressed, a detection signal output from the ball lending switch 36a is input to the launch payout control board 200, and the launch payout control board 200 sends the game ball to the game ball lending device R. to send a lending request signal requesting the lending of the When the game ball lending device R receives the lending request signal, the game ball lending device R performs a process of subtracting predetermined value information from the stored value information and corresponds to the subtracted value information. Control is performed to pay out the number of game balls to be set.
Further, when the card return button 37 is pressed, a detection signal output from the card return switch 37a is input to the launch payout control board 200, and the launch payout control board 200 instructs the game ball lending device R to Send a return request signal to request the return of the card. When the game ball lending device R receives the return request signal, the game ball lending device R controls to discharge the card.

The sub-control board 300 controls effects that are executed during a game, standby, or the like.
As shown in FIG. 4, the sub-control board 300 includes a sub-CPU 301 that performs various arithmetic processing, a sub-ROM 302 that stores control programs for executing effects, data and tables required for executing effects, and calculation A sub-RAM 303 used as a temporary storage area or the like during processing is provided, and is connected so as to enable one-way communication from the main control board 100 to the sub-control board 300 .

Then, the sub CPU 301 reads out the control program stored in the sub ROM 302 based on commands transmitted from the main control board 100 and signals from the timer, performs arithmetic processing, and performs image control for controlling image display. A board (not shown in particular), an audio control board (not shown in particular) for controlling audio output, and an illumination control board (not shown in particular) for controlling lighting , to send a command for effect execution.
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, as described above, the voice control board and the lighting control board are provided separately. ) may be provided, and the substrate may control both audio output and lighting.

Further, the sub-control board 300 is connected with the effect display device 21 through the image control board, and is connected with the sound output device 10 through the sound control board. Further, the sub-control board 300 includes, via the electric decoration control board, the effect lighting device 23, the rotation operation detection sensor 9c for detecting the rotation operation of the operation dial 9a, and the pressing operation sensor for detecting the pressing operation of the operation button 9b. are connected to the detection sensor 9d.

The image control board includes an image CPU, an image ROM, an image RAM, etc., although not shown. The image ROM stores image data such as patterns and backgrounds to be displayed on the effect display device 21 . Based on the command transmitted from the sub-control board 300, the image CPU controls the image display by the effect display device 21 by storing the image data read from the image ROM in the image RAM.

The audio control board includes a sound chip (CPU), a sound ROM, a sound RAM, etc., although not shown. The sound ROM stores sound data such as voices and BGM output from the voice output device 10 . Then, based on the command transmitted from the sub control board 300, the sound data read from the sound ROM is stored in the sound RAM, thereby controlling the sound output from the sound output device 10. FIG.

The illumination control board controls the lighting of the lighting by the effect lighting device 23 based on the command from the sub control board 300 . In addition, the electric decoration control board outputs a rotation operation detection signal output from the rotation operation detection sensor 9c based on the rotation operation of the operation dial 9a, or a push operation detection signal output from the push operation detection sensor 9d based on the push operation of the operation button 9b. When the operation detection signal is input, it transmits a predetermined command to the sub control board 300 .

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Next, a game in the pachinko machine P of this embodiment will be described based on various tables stored in the main ROM 102. FIG.
As described above, in the pachinko machine P of this embodiment, the special game and the normal game progress in parallel. Also, as the game state when proceeding with these two games, either a low probability game state (so-called non-probability variable state) or a high probability game state (so-called probability change state), and a non-time-saving game state or time-saving game Any game state of the state and any game state in combination with are set.
In the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, a game state combining a low-probability game state and a non-time-saving game state (hereinafter referred to as a normal game state) or a game state combining a high-probability game state and a time-saving game state (hereinafter, high-probability Any game state of the time saving game state) is set.

Here, the low-probability gaming state is a gaming state in which the probability of winning a jackpot is set to a predetermined value by a jackpot lottery, which will be described later. Also, the high-probability gaming state is a gaming state in which the probability of winning a jackpot is set to a value higher than that of the low-probability gaming state. That is, during the high-probability game state, it is easier to win a big win through a jackpot lottery than during the low-probability game state.
In addition, the non-time-saving gaming state is a gaming state in which the movable piece 16b is difficult to open (that is, the second start winning opening 16 is less likely to open), and the game ball is less likely to enter the second starting winning opening 16. In addition, in the time-saving gaming state, the movable piece 16b is easier to open than in the non-time-saving gaming state (that is, the second start winning opening 16 is more likely to be in an open state), and the game ball is more likely to enter the second starting winning opening 16. state.
In the initial state immediately after shipment from the factory or after resetting, the normal game state is set.

In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when a game ball launched by a launching device (not shown) and flowing down the game area 12 enters the first start prize winning port 15 or the second start prize winning port 16, a jackpot is won. A lottery will be held. When the jackpot is won by lottery for this jackpot, a special game is executed in which the jackpot 18 is opened to allow game balls to enter the jackpot 18, and after the special game is finished. The game state is set to a high-probability time-saving game state.
Here, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, the game ball flowing down the first game area 12a can enter the first start winning hole 15. As shown in FIG. Also, the game ball flowing down the second game area 12b can enter the big winning hole 18, pass through the gate 20, and enter the second starting winning hole 16.例文帳に追加Then, during the normal game state, the player is caused to launch the game ball toward the first game area 12a (so-called left-handed hitting) so that the game ball enters the first start winning hole 15, During the probability time-saving game state and during the special game, the player is given a second A game ball is hit toward the game area 12b (so-called right hitting).
Specifically, during the high-probability time-saving game state and during the special game, the effect display device 21 displays an instruction to launch the game ball toward the second game area 12b, and the normal game state is set. Then, the effect display device 21 displays an instruction to launch the game ball toward the first game area 12a.

This jackpot lottery determines various random numbers obtained when a game ball enters the first starting prize winning port 15 or the second starting prize winning port 16, and the random numbers stored in the main ROM 102. It is done based on various tables for
Here, the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment includes, as the random numbers used for the jackpot lottery, the jackpot decision random number used for judging the jackpot, the winning pattern random number used for deciding the type of the special pattern, and the above-described variable effect. It has a variation mode number for determining the pattern (hereinafter referred to as a variation effect pattern), a reach group determination random number used for determining the variation pattern number, a reach mode determination random number and a variation pattern random number.
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, hardware random numbers built in the main control board 100 are used as the above-described jackpot determination random numbers. This jackpot decision random number is updated according to a certain rule, and the random number sequence is automatically changed each time the random number sequence makes a round, and the start value is changed each time the system is reset.
Also, the random numbers used for determining the variable effect pattern are not limited to the three types described above. For example, in addition to these random numbers, other random numbers may be used. Alternatively, multiple random numbers may be used.

Then, when the game ball enters the first starting winning opening 15 or the second starting winning opening 16, random numbers are obtained for the above random numbers, and each random number is stored in the reserved storage area of the main RAM 103. It's like
This reservation storage area is a first reservation storage area for storing each random number (hereinafter referred to as the first special random number) obtained by entering the game ball into the first start winning opening 15, and the first It consists of a second reserved storage area for storing each random number (hereinafter referred to as a second special random number) obtained by entering a game ball into the 2 start winning opening 16. These reserved storage areas are each composed of a total of four storage units from the first storage unit to the fourth storage unit, a total of four sets of the first special random numbers, and a total of four Group storage is possible.

Further, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when a game ball enters the first start winning hole 15, the first special random number is stored in order from the first storage part of the first reservation storage area. It's becoming For example, in a state where the first special random number is not stored in any storage unit of the first reserved storage area, when the game ball enters the first start winning opening 15, it is acquired with this as a trigger. The first special random number is stored in the first storage section of the first reserved storage area. Also, in the state where the first special random number is stored in the first storage part of the first reservation storage area, when the game ball enters the first start winning hole 15, it is acquired with this as a trigger. The first special random number is stored in the second storage section of the first reserved storage area. Also, in the state where the first special random number is stored in the first storage unit and the second storage unit of the first reservation storage area, when the game ball enters the first start winning opening 15, this The first special random number acquired at the opportunity is stored in the third storage section of the first reserved storage area. In addition, in the state where the first special random number is stored in the first storage unit to the third storage unit of the first reservation storage area, when the game ball enters the first start winning opening 15, this The first special random number acquired at the opportunity is stored in the fourth storage section of the first reserved storage area. Then, in the state in which the first special random number is stored in the first storage unit to the fourth storage unit of the first reserved storage area, when the game ball enters the first start winning opening 15, this entry The first special random number related to the sphere is not stored.

Similarly, when a game ball enters the second starting winning hole 16, the second special random number is stored in order from the first storage part of the second reservation storage area. Since the specific storage process is the same as the above-described storage of the first special random number, the description is omitted.
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, the number of sets of the first special figure random numbers (hereinafter referred to as the first special figure reservation number) stored in the first reservation storage area is the first special figure reservation number counter ( Especially not shown), the number of sets of the second special random number (hereinafter referred to as the second special reservation number) stored in the second reservation storage area is the second special reservation number counter ( (not shown).
In this specification, as described above, the storage of the first special random number and the second special random number in the reserved storage area is also referred to as "reserved" or "reserved storage". The figure reservation number and the second special figure reservation number are also simply referred to as "the number of reservations".

In addition, the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment includes a jackpot determination random number determination table 110, a winning symbol random number determination table 111, a reach group determination random number determination table 112, a reach mode determination random number determination table 113, and a , has a fluctuation pattern lottery table 114 .
Note that the tables relating to the jackpot lottery are not limited to these, and other tables may be provided as appropriate when it is necessary to make judgments or decisions based on random numbers.

The big hit determination random number determination table 110 is for determining whether or not a big win has occurred, and as shown in FIGS. and a high-probability determination table 110b that is referred to in the high-probability gaming state.
In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when a game ball enters the first start winning hole 15 or the second starting winning hole 16, one jackpot determination random number within the numerical range of 0-65535 is obtained. Either the low-probability determination table 110a or the high-probability determination table 110b is selected according to the game state at the time of the jackpot lottery, and the obtained jackpot determination random number is selected. A lottery for a big win is performed based on a big win determination random number determination table 110.例文帳に追加

As shown in FIG. 5(a), according to the low probability determination table 110a, it is determined as a jackpot when the jackpot determination random number is 1000 to 1219, and other jackpot determination random numbers (0 to 999, 1220 to 65535 ), it is determined to be lost. Therefore, the winning probability of the jackpot in this low probability determination table 110a is about 1/297.9.

Also, as shown in FIG. 5(b), according to the high probability determination table 110b, it is determined as a big hit when the jackpot determination random number is 1000 to 2119, and other jackpot determination random numbers (0 to 999, 2120 ~ 65535), it is determined to be lost. Therefore, the probability of winning the jackpot in this high-probability determination table 110b is about 1/58.5.
In other words, the high-probability determination table 110b is set so that the probability of winning a jackpot is approximately five times that of the low-probability determination table 110a.

The jackpot determination random numbers (1000 to 1219) determined to be jackpots in the low probability determination table 110a are set to be included in the jackpot determination random numbers (1000 to 2119) determined to be jackpots in the high probability determination table 110b. there is In other words, the jackpot determination random number determined as a jackpot in the low probability determination table 110a is also determined as a jackpot in the high probability determination table 110b.

The winning symbol random number determination table 111 is for determining the type of special symbol, and as shown in FIGS. and a second start winning opening determination table 111b that is referred to when a jackpot is won by a second special random number.
In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when a game ball enters the first start prize winning port 15 or the second start prize winning port 16, one winning symbol random number within the numerical range of 0-199 is obtained. Then, when the jackpot is won by the above-mentioned jackpot lottery, the hit of either the first start winning hole determination table 111a or the second start winning hole determination table 111b according to the starting winning hole into which the game ball entered. The symbol random number determination table 111 is selected, and the type of special symbol is determined based on the acquired winning symbol random number and the selected winning symbol random number determination table 111 .

In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, two types of special symbols (X1, X2) are provided as special symbols (hereinafter also referred to as "jackpot symbols") that are determined when a jackpot is won. Two types of special symbols (Y1, Y2) are provided as special symbols (hereinafter also referred to as lost symbols) determined in the case of .

As shown in FIG. 6(a), according to the first start winning hole determination table 111a, the special symbol X1 is determined when the winning symbol random number is 0-29, and the winning symbol random number is 30-199. When the special symbol X2 is determined. That is, in the first start winning hole determination table 111a, the probability that the special symbol X1 is determined is 15%, and the probability that the special symbol X2 is determined is 85%.

Further, as shown in FIG. 6(b), according to the second start prize winning hole determination table 111b, when the winning symbol random number is 0 to 99, the special symbol X1 is determined, and the winning symbol random number is 100 to 199. Special symbol X2 is determined when it is. That is, in the second starting winning hole determination table 111b, both the probability of determining the special symbol X1 and the probability of determining the special symbol X2 are 50%.
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, the same jackpot symbol is determined in any of the winning symbol random number determination tables 111, but the present invention is not limited to this. , different jackpot symbols may be determined.

In addition, when the big winning lottery based on the first special symbol random number results in a loss, the special symbol Y1 is determined as the losing symbol without performing the above-described lottery based on the winning symbol random number. In addition, when the big winning lottery based on the second special symbol random number results in a loss, the special symbol Y2 is determined as the losing symbol without performing the above-described lottery based on the winning symbol random number.
That is, the winning symbol random number determination table 111 is referred to only when a big win is won, and is not referred to when a loss is made.

A reach group determination random number determination table 112, a reach mode determination random number determination table 113, and a variation pattern lottery table 114 are tables used to determine a variation mode number and a variation pattern number for determining a variation effect pattern.
In the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when the special symbols are determined by the jackpot lottery as described above, the variation mode number and the variation pattern number for determining the variation effect pattern are determined based on the result of the determination. At the same time, a variation mode command corresponding to the determined variation mode number and a variation pattern command corresponding to the determined variation pattern number are generated. Then, the generated variation mode command and variation pattern command are transmitted from the main control board 100 to the sub control board 300, and the sub control board 300 draws a jackpot based on the received variation mode command and variation pattern command. A specific aspect (for example, an image to be displayed on the display section 21a of the effect display device 21, etc.) for notifying the result is determined. The variation mode command and the variation pattern command are commands used for determining the variation time and mode of the variation production.

The reach group determination random number determination table 112 is for determining the group to which the reach mode determination random number determination table 113 used for determining the variation mode number and the variation pattern number belongs. In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, in determining the variation mode number and the variation pattern number when the result of the jackpot lottery is a loss, as a preliminary stage, a reach group determination random number and a reach group determination random number determination table 112 determines the type of group.
This reach group determination random number determination table 112 is provided in plurality for each of the game state, the type of start winning opening, and the number of reservations (first special figure reservation number, second special figure reservation number). Here, as shown in FIGS. 7(a) to (c), the game state is a non-time-saving game state, and the result of the jackpot lottery based on the entry of the game ball into the first start winning hole 15 is lost. The reach group determination random number determination table 112 selected when , and the result of the jackpot lottery based on the gaming state being the time-saving gaming state and the game ball entering the second start winning opening 16 is lost. The reach group determination random number determination table 112 selected when .

In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when a game ball enters the first start prize winning port 15 or the second start prize winning port 16, one reach group determination random number within the numerical range of 0-10006 is acquired. Then, when the above-described jackpot lottery results in a loss, the reach group determination random number determination table 112 is selected according to the game state at the time of the jackpot lottery, the type of the start winning opening, and the number of reservations. , the group type is determined based on the acquired reach group determination random number and the selected reach group determination random number determination table 112 .

Specifically, when the game state is a non-time-saving game state and the result of the jackpot lottery based on the first special random number obtained by entering the game ball into the first start winning opening 15 is lost , when the first special figure reservation number at the time of the lottery is 0 or 1, the first determination table 112a is selected, and when the first special figure reservation number at the time of the lottery is 2 or more , the second determination table 112b is selected (see FIGS. 7A and 7B).
In addition, when the game state is a time-saving game state and the result of the jackpot lottery based on the second special random number obtained by entering the game ball into the second start winning hole 16 is a loss, the lottery When the second special figure reservation number at the time is 0 to 3 (that is, no matter what the second special figure reservation number is), the third determination table 112c is selected (Fig. 7 (c) reference).

Then, as shown in FIG. 7A, according to the first determination table 112a, when the reach group determination random number is 0 to 299, the "first group" is determined, and the reach group determination random number is 300 to When it was 8999, the "second group" was determined, and when the reach group determination random number was 9000 to 9899, the "fourth group" was determined, and when the reach group determination random number was 9900 to 10006. A "fifth group" is determined.
Further, as shown in FIG. 7B, according to the second determination table 112b, when the reach group determination random number is 0 to 8999, the "second group" is determined, and the reach group determination random number is 9000 to 9000. When it is 9899, the "fourth group" is determined, and when the reach group determination random number is between 9900 and 10006, the "fifth group" is determined.
Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 7(c), according to the third determination table 112c, when the reach group determination random number is 0 to 7999, the "third group" is determined, and the reach group determination random number is 8000 to 8000. If it is 10006, the "sixth group" is determined.

Further, when the result of the jackpot lottery is a jackpot, the reach mode determination random number determination table 113 is determined without determining the group type. That is, the reach group determination random number determination table 112 is referred to only when the result of the lottery for the big win is a loss, and is not referred to when it is a big win.

In addition, as will be described later, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when the first special random number is acquired during the non-time-saving gaming state, before the start of fluctuation based on the first special random number, the first special Preliminary determination processing is performed to perform various determinations related to the jackpot lottery with respect to the random numbers. Then, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, the group type, the variation mode number, and the variation pattern number are determined at the start of variation, and in the above-described preliminary determination process, based on the above-described reach group determination random number determination table 112 A group type is determined, and furthermore, a variation mode number and a variation pattern number, which will be described later, are determined.
Here, in determining the group type, the reach group determination random number determination table 112 according to the number of reservations at the time of making this determination, that is, either the first determination table 112a or the second determination table 112b is referred to. However, in both the first determination table 112a and the second determination table 112b in this embodiment, when the reach group determination random number is 0 to 8999, either the first group or the second group is determined. is set so that either the fourth group or the fifth group is determined when the reach group determination random number is 9000 to 10006 (see FIGS. 7A and 7B).
Therefore, even if the number of reservations at the start of fluctuation and the number of reservations when executing the above-described prior determination process are different, either the first group or the second group in the above-described prior determination process If determined, the group type, either the first group or the second group, is also determined at the start of fluctuation. Also, if the group type of either the fourth group or the fifth group is determined in the above-described preliminary determination process, the same group type as the group type determined in the preliminary determination process is determined at the start of fluctuation be done. Then, as will be described later, since each group is associated with a variation mode number and a variation pattern lottery table 114, when the group type of either the fourth group or the fifth group is determined in the preliminary determination process , the same variation mode number and variation pattern number are determined both at the time of preliminary determination processing and at the start of variation.

In the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when the first special random number is acquired during the non-time-saving gaming state, the above-described prior determination processing is executed, but it is not limited to this, If the second special random number is acquired during the non-time-saving gaming state, or if the first special random number or the second special random number is acquired during the time-saving gaming state, the same pre-determination process is performed. Therefore, various determinations regarding the jackpot lottery may be made before the start of fluctuation. This pre-determining process may be executed based on the acquisition of the above-described random number, or the acquired random number is stored in the reserved storage area (first reserved storage area, second reserved storage area). It may be executed based on what is stored.

The reach mode determination random number determination table 113 determines the variation mode number used to determine the variation effect pattern (variation effect mode, variation time), and the variation pattern lottery table 114 used to determine the variation pattern number described later. It is for decision making.
The reach mode determination random number determination table 113 is roughly divided into a loss determination table referred to when the result of the lottery for big win is a loss, and a big win determination table referred to when the result of the lottery for big win is a big win. and a determination table for

Further, a plurality of determination tables for failure are provided for each type of group determined as described above. Here, as shown in FIGS. 8A to 8F, the determination table 113a for the first group is referred to when the "first group" is determined, and when the "second group" is determined, The second group determination table 113b to be referred to, the third group determination table 113c to be referred to when the "third group" is determined, and the fourth group to be referred to when the "fourth group" is determined Determination table 113d for group, determination table 113e for fifth group referred to when "fifth group" is determined, and determination table 113f for sixth group referred to when "sixth group" is determined do.

In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when a game ball enters the first start prize winning port 15 or the second start prize winning port 16, one reach mode determination random number within the numerical range of 0-2038 is acquired. Then, when the group is determined by lottery for the type of group described above, the determination table for loss corresponding to the determined type of group is selected, and the acquired reach mode determination random number and the selected determination for loss The variation mode number and the variation pattern lottery table 114 are determined based on the table.

Specifically, for example, when the "first group" is determined by lottery for the types of groups described above, the determination table 113a for the first group is selected, and when the "second group" is determined, the second group determination table 113a is selected. The group determination table 113b is selected, and when the "third group" is determined, the third group determination table 113c is selected, and when the "fourth group" is determined, the fourth group determination table 113d is selected. When the "fifth group" is determined, the fifth group determination table 113e is selected, and when the "sixth group" is determined, the sixth group determination table 113f is selected (FIG. 8). (a) to (f)).

Then, as shown in FIG. 8A, according to the first group determination table 113a, when the reach mode determination random number is 0 to 2038 (that is, even if the reach mode determination random number is any value, ), "00H" (alphanumeric characters with "H" at the end are represented in hexadecimal notation; the same shall apply hereinafter), and the first variation table 114a is selected.
Further, as shown in FIG. 8B, according to the second group determination table 113b, when the reach mode determination random number is 0 to 2038, the variation mode number of "00H" is determined, A second variation table 114b is selected.
Further, as shown in FIG. 8(c), according to the third group determination table 113c, when the reach mode determination random number is 0 to 2038, the variation mode number "04H" is determined, A third variation table 114c is selected.
Further, as shown in FIG. 8(d), according to the fourth group determination table 113d, when the reach mode determination random number is 0 to 2038, the variation mode number "01H" is determined, The fourth variation table 114d is selected.
Further, as shown in FIG. 8(e), according to the fifth group determination table 113e, when the reach mode determination random number is 0 to 2038, the variation mode number "02H" is determined, A fifth variation table 114e is selected.
Further, as shown in FIG. 8(f), according to the sixth group determination table 113f, when the reach mode determination random number is 0 to 2038, the variation mode number "05H" is determined, The sixth variation table 114f is selected.

Also, a plurality of big win determination tables are provided for each game state at the time of winning a big win (that is, at the time of lottery for a big win) and for each type of big win pattern determined when a big win is won.
In the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 9(a) and (b), as the big hit determination table, the first A big win determination table 113g and a second big win determination table 113h referred to when the special symbol X1 or X2 is determined in the time saving game state are provided.

Then, when the jackpot is won and the type of the special symbol is determined, the jackpot determination table corresponding to the determined special symbol type and the game state when the jackpot is won is selected, and the above-described loss determination is performed. Similar to the determination based on the table, the variation mode number and the variation pattern lottery table 114 are determined based on the acquired reach mode determination random number and the selected big hit determination table.

Specifically, when the jackpot is won in the non-time-saving gaming state and the special symbol X1 or X2 is determined, the first jackpot determination table 113g is selected, and the jackpot is won in the time-saving gaming state and the special symbol X1 or X2. is determined, the second jackpot determination table 113h is selected (see FIGS. 9A and 9B).

Then, as shown in FIG. 9A, according to the first jackpot determination table 113g, when the reach mode determination random number is 0 to 199, the variation mode number of "A1H" is determined, The thirtieth variation table 114g is selected. Also, when the reach mode determination random number is 200 to 2038, the variation mode number of "A2H" is determined and the 31st variation table 114h is selected.
Further, as shown in FIG. 9B, according to the second big hit determination table 113h, when the reach mode determination random number is 0 to 2038, the variation mode number of "A5H" is determined and the first 32 variation table 114i is selected.

In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, as described above, the game state at the time of winning the jackpot and the jackpot determination table are provided for each type of jackpot symbol. In consideration of the type of the jackpot, a jackpot determination table may be provided for each game state at the time of winning the jackpot, the type of the starting prize winning port, and the type of the jackpot symbol.

The fluctuation pattern lottery table 114 is for determining the fluctuation pattern number used for determining the fluctuation production pattern (variation production mode, fluctuation time), and is provided in large numbers.
Here, as shown in FIGS. 10(a) to (j), a first variation table 114a, a second variation table 114b, a third variation table 114c, and a A fourth variation table 114d, a fifth variation table 114e and a sixth variation table 114f, and a thirtieth variation table 114g, a thirty-first variation table 114h and a thirty-second variation determined when the result of the jackpot lottery is a jackpot. The table 114i will be explained.

In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when a game ball enters the first start prize winning port 15 or the second start prize winning port 16, one variation pattern random number within the numerical range of 0-249 is acquired. Then, the variation pattern number is determined based on the obtained variation pattern random number and the variation pattern lottery table 114 determined together with the above-described variation mode number.
For example, as shown in FIG. 10(a), according to the first fluctuation table 114a, when the fluctuation pattern random number is 0 to 249 (that is, whatever the fluctuation pattern random number is) "00H" A variation pattern number is determined. Further, as shown in FIG. 10(d), according to the fourth variation table 114d, when the variation pattern random number is 0 to 249, the variation pattern number "05H" is determined.

Further, as shown in FIG. 10(g), according to the thirtieth variation table 114g, when the variation pattern random number is 0 to 249, the variation pattern number "A5H" is determined. Further, as shown in FIG. 10(h), according to the 31st variation table 114h, the variation pattern number "A6H" is determined when the variation pattern random number is 0 to 89, and the variation pattern random number is 90 to If it is 249, the variation pattern number "A7H" is determined.
It should be noted that, similarly, a predetermined variation pattern number is determined corresponding to the variation pattern random number also by another variation pattern table 114 (see FIG. 10).

In the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, at the start of fluctuation (that is, at the start of the fluctuation display of the special symbols to be described later (at the start of the fluctuation effect)), the above-described jackpot lottery is performed, and the jackpot lottery is performed. is performed, the result of the jackpot lottery, the variation mode number and the variation pattern number are determined according to the game state at the time of the jackpot lottery and the number of reservations (number of first special reservation, number of second special reservation) etc. be done. As described above, the variable mode number and the variable pattern number are for determining the variable performance pattern, and the variable mode number and the variable pattern number determine the mode and variable time of the variable performance. Here, in the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, the variable effect is divided into the first half and the second half. The first half of the variable performance and the variable time are determined by the variable mode number, and the second half of the variable performance and the variable time are determined by the variable pattern number.

Next, the determination processing of the fluctuation time of the fluctuation production in the special game and the control of the special game will be described.
The pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment includes a variable time determination table 115, a special electric accessory operation table 116, a game state setting table 117, etc. as tables for performing the above-described various processes and special game control. there is

The variable time determination table 115 is for determining the variable time of the variable effect.
In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, as the variable time determination table 115, a first variable time determination table in which the variable time of the first half of the variable performance corresponding to each variable mode number (hereinafter referred to as the first half variable time) is defined. 115a, and a second variable time determination table 115b in which the variable time of the second half of the variable performance corresponding to each variable pattern number (hereinafter referred to as the second half variable time) is defined (Fig. 11 (a) and ( b) see).

Then, when the variation mode number is determined, the corresponding first half variation time is determined based on the determined variation mode number and the first variation time determination table 115a. Also, when the variation pattern number is determined, the corresponding second half variation time is determined based on the determined variation pattern number and the second variation time determination table 115b. The total value of the first half variable time and the second half variable time determined in this manner corresponds to the entire variable time of the variable performance for notifying the result of the big winning lottery.
Further, based on the determined fluctuation time, the effect display device 21 performs a variable effect, and the special symbol display device (the first special symbol display device 30 or the second special symbol display device 31) displays the variable display of the special symbol. is done. Specifically, when the starting winning hole into which the game ball enters is the first starting winning hole 15, the first special symbol display device 30 blinks during the determined fluctuation time, and the game ball enters. In the case where the balled start winning opening is the second starting winning opening 16, the second special symbol display device 31 blinks during the determined fluctuation time. Then, after the fluctuation time has elapsed, the determined special symbol is stopped and displayed.

For example, if the determined variation mode number is "02H" and the variation pattern number is "07H", the first half variation time of "15 seconds" is determined corresponding to the variation mode number "02H", and the variation A second half variation time of "60 seconds" is determined corresponding to the pattern number "07H". And, these total value "75 seconds (= 15 seconds + 60 seconds)" is the total fluctuation time of the fluctuation effect, that is, the time of the fluctuation display of the special symbols.

Incidentally, as shown in FIG. 11(a), the fluctuation mode number of "00H" or "04H" has a first half fluctuation time of "0 seconds", and when this fluctuation mode number is determined, , the first half of the variable performance is not executed, and only the second half of the variable performance is executed based on the determined variable pattern number. Further, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, since the variation mode numbers "00H" and "04H" can be determined only when the result of the jackpot lottery is a loss (see FIGS. 8 and 9), the variation mode numbers is determined, the display of the loss is always performed in the variable effect.

Further, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, as described above, when the variation mode number and the variation pattern number are determined, the variation mode command corresponding to the determined variation mode number and the determined variation pattern A variation pattern command corresponding to the number is generated and transmitted to the sub control board 300 . Then, in the sub-control board 300, the aspect of the variation effect is determined based on the received variation mode command and variation pattern command. Specifically, the mode of the first half of the variable performance is determined based on the variable mode command, and the mode of the second half of the variable performance is determined based on the variable pattern command.
Regarding the form of the variable production, instead of determining the form of the first half of the variable production based on the fluctuation mode command and determining the form of the second half of the variable production based on the fluctuation pattern command, the variation pattern command is used. Based on the variation mode command, the mode of the first half of the variable performance may be determined, and the mode of the second half of the variable performance may be determined based on the variation mode command.
Also, instead of dividing the variable effect into the first half and the second half, it may be divided into more parts, and the aspect of each part may be determined based on the variable mode command and the variable pattern command. .
Also, the aspect of the variable effect may be determined based on not only the variable mode command and the variable pattern command, but also other commands. Also, it may be determined based on either the variation mode command or the variation pattern command alone.

The special electric accessory operation table 116 is for controlling a special game to be executed when a jackpot is won, and is referred to for actuating the big winning opening solenoid 18c during execution of the special game. be. In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 12(a) and (b), the special electric role product operation table 116 includes a first operation table 116a that is referred to when the special symbol X1 is determined. , and a second operation table 116b that is referred to when the special symbol X2 is determined.

Specifically, when the special symbol X1 is determined, a special game is executed with reference to the first operation table 116a, as shown in FIG. 12(a). According to the first operation table 116a, the game ends when either the big winning hole 18 is opened for 29.0 seconds or 10 game balls enter the big winning hole 18. A round game is executed 16 times. Also, during execution of each round game, the big winning hole 18 is opened only once, and the time (that is, interval time) during which the big winning hole 18 closes between each round game is set to 2.0 seconds.

When the special symbol X2 is determined, a special game is executed with reference to the second operation table 116b as shown in FIG. 12(b). According to this second operation table 116b, the same round game as that of the first operation table 116a is executed four times. In addition, the number of openings and closings of the big winning opening 18 and the interval time during execution of each round game are set to the same contents as those of the first operation table 116a.
Incidentally, the expected value of prize balls obtainable during the special game is higher when the special symbol X1 is determined than when the special symbol X2 is determined.

The game state setting table 117 is for setting the game state after the special game is finished when the special game is executed.
In the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 13, the game state after the end of the special game is changed to a high-probability time-saving game state even when either the special symbol X1 or the special symbol X2 is determined. set. Further, the number of continuations of the high-probability game state (hereinafter referred to as the high-probability number) and the number of continuations of the time-saving game state (hereinafter referred to as the time-saving number of times) are both set to 60 times. That is, after the end of the special game, the high-probability time-saving game state continues until the result of the jackpot lottery is derived 60 times. In addition, when the jackpot is won during the continuation of this gaming state, the high-probability number of times and the time-saving number of times are set again. Therefore, a high-probability time-saving game state is set after the end of the special game, and the game state is changed to the normal game state when the jackpot is not won during the continuation of this game state and all the results of 60 lotteries are lost. It will be done.
In addition, as the game state after the end of the special game, the same game state is not set when any special symbol is determined, but differs based on the type of special symbol determined by the jackpot lottery. A game state (for example, a game state combining a low-probability game state and a time-saving game state, a game state combining a high-probability game state and a non-time-saving game state, etc.) may be set.

Next, a description will be given of processing related to the normal game.
In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when a game ball launched by a launching device (not shown) and flowing down the game area 12 passes through the gate 20, the movable piece 16b of the second starting prize opening 16 is operated. A normal symbol lottery is performed to determine whether or not to open the movable piece 16b. When winning is achieved by the lottery of the normal symbols, the movable piece 16b is opened and the second start winning opening 16 is opened, so that the game ball can easily enter the second starting winning opening 16. - 特許庁
This lottery for normal symbols is based on a winning determination random number obtained when a game ball passes through the gate 20 and a winning determination random number determination table 118 stored in the main ROM 102 for determining the random number. is done.

Then, when the game ball passes through the gate 20, the above-mentioned winning determination random number is obtained, and the random number is stored in the normal pattern reservation storage area of the main RAM 103 with an upper limit of four. Specifically, this normal map reservation storage area is composed of a total of four storage units from the first storage unit to the fourth storage unit, and the order of passing through the gate 20 is stored from the first storage unit. It has become. Further, when the determined random number is already stored in several storage units, the determined random number is stored in the storage unit with the smallest number among the empty storage units. Then, when four winning determination random numbers are already stored in the normal pattern holding storage area, even if the game ball passes through the gate 20, the winning determination random numbers related to this passage are not stored in the normal pattern holding storage area. .
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, a hardware random number built in the main control board 100 is used as the winning determination random number. This winning random number is updated according to a certain rule, and the random number sequence is automatically changed each time the random number sequence makes a round, and the start value is changed each time the system is reset.
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, the number of hit determination random numbers stored in the general pattern reservation storage area (hereinafter referred to as the general pattern reservation number) is a normal pattern reservation number counter (not particularly shown) is stored in
In this specification, as described above, the fact that the hit determination random number is stored in the general pattern reservation storage area is also referred to as "normal pattern reservation".

In addition, the hit determination random number determination table 118 is for determining whether or not the hit is determined by lottery of normal symbols, and as shown in FIGS. and a time saving determination table 118b referred to in the time saving game state.
In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when a game ball passes through the gate 20, one winning random number within the numerical range of 0-65535 is acquired. Then, if the game state at the time of the lottery of the normal symbol is a non-time-saving game state, the non-time-saving determination table 118a is selected, and the acquired hit determination random number and the selected non-time-saving determination table 118a are normally A design lottery will be held. In addition, if the game state at the time of performing the lottery of normal symbols is the time-saving game state, the time-reduction determination table 118b is selected, and the normal symbol lottery is selected based on the acquired hit determination random number and the selected time-reduction determination table 118b. is done.

According to this non-time-saving determination table 118a, it is determined to be a hit when the determined random number is 1, and determined to be lost when the determined random number is other than this (0, 2 to 65535). Therefore, the probability of winning in this non-time-saving determination table 118a is 1/65536.
Further, according to the time saving determination table 118b, it is determined to be a hit when the hit determination random number is 1 to 65000, and it is determined to be a loss when the hit determination random number is other than this (0, 65001 to 65535). Therefore, the probability of winning in this time saving determination table 118b is 65000/65536, that is, approximately 99/100.
In addition, when winning is determined by lottery of normal symbols, winning symbols are determined, and when losing, losing symbols are determined.

In addition, the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment includes a normal symbol variation pattern determination table 119, a second start prize winning opening control table 120, etc. as tables relating to control of normal symbol variation and opening and closing of the movable piece 16b. ing.

The normal symbol variation pattern determination table 119 is for determining the normal symbol variation pattern. The variation pattern of the normal symbols is associated with the variation time of the normal symbols. Then, as described above, when the game ball passes through the gate 20 and the normal symbol lottery is performed, the normal symbol variation pattern (that is, the normal symbol variation time ) is determined.
In the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 15, when the game state is a non-time-saving game state, a variation pattern associated with a normal pattern variation time of 3 seconds is determined, and the game state is a time-saving game. In the case of the gaming state, a variation pattern is determined in which a variation time of 0.6 seconds is associated with normal symbols. That is, when the game state is the non-time-saving game state, the normal symbol variation time is determined to be 3 seconds, and when the game state is the time-saving game state, the normal symbol variation time is determined to be 0.6 seconds. Then, when the normal symbol variation time is determined, the normal symbol display device 32 (see FIG. 3) blinks during the determined normal symbol variation time. Then, when the winning pattern is determined by the lottery of the normal patterns, the normal pattern display device 32 lights up, and when the losing pattern is determined as the losing pattern, the normal pattern display device 32 is turned on. lights out.

Further, the second start winning opening control table 120 is referred to for controlling the operation of the movable piece 16b provided in the second starting winning opening 16. FIG.
In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when the normal symbol display device 32 is turned on, the movable piece 16b of the second starting winning opening 16 opens and closes in a manner determined in the second starting winning opening opening control table 120. ing. Specifically, when the game state is a non-time-saving game state, as shown in FIG. The movable piece 16b of the 2-start winning opening 16 is opened for 0.2 seconds. In addition, when the game state is the time saving game state, as shown in FIG. 16, the starting winning opening solenoid 16c is energized for 2.4 seconds (= 1.2 seconds × 2 times), so the second starting winning opening The 16 movable pieces 16b are opened for a total of 2.4 seconds.

As described above, in the non-time-saving gaming state and the time-saving gaming state, the conditions for opening and closing the second start winning port 16 are defined respectively, and according to the contents of these conditions, in the time-saving gaming state, A game ball enters the second start winning hole 16 more easily than in the time-saving game state. That is, in the time-saving game state, as long as the game ball passes through the gate 20, the normal pattern lottery is performed one after another, and the second start winning opening 16 is frequently opened, so the game ball accompanies the progress of the game. While suppressing the decrease in the number, it is possible to acquire the opportunity of a big winning lottery.

(Outline of processing in pachinko machine P)
Next, the outline of the processing executed by the main control board 100 with the progress of the above-mentioned special game, normal game and special game will be described using a flowchart.
First, the main processing of the main control board 100 will be explained.
When power is supplied from the power board, a system reset occurs in the main CPU 101, and the main CPU 101 executes the main processing shown in the flowchart of FIG.

In step 100, the main CPU 101 reads a boot program from the main ROM 102 and initializes flags and the like stored in the main RAM 103 as an initialization process when the power is turned on. A command is stored in a performance transmission data storage area provided in the main RAM 103 . Then, the process proceeds to the next step 101.
In step 101, the main CPU 101 updates the initial value update random number for the winning symbol random number referred to when updating the winning symbol random number. This winning symbol random number initial value update random number is for determining the initial value of the winning symbol random number. That is, the winning symbol random number is updated using the initial value update random number for the winning symbol random number at the time of starting the update as an initial value. When this random number range is circulated once, the winning symbol random number is continuously updated with the initial value update random number for the winning symbol random number at that time as the initial value. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 102 .

In step 102, the main CPU 101 updates the reach group determination random number, the reach mode determination random number, and the variation pattern random number, which are random numbers for determining the variation effect pattern (variation effect random numbers). After the processing of step 102 is completed, the processing of steps 101 and 102 is repeated until a predetermined interrupt processing is performed.

Next, timer interrupt processing of the main control board 100 will be described.
A reset clock pulse generation circuit provided on the main control board 100 generates a clock pulse every predetermined period (4 milliseconds in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment). Timer interrupt processing is executed.

At step 200, the main CPU 101 executes timer update processing for updating various timer counters. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 201 .
In addition, the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment employs a subtraction timer, and each time the timer interrupt processing of the main control board 100 is executed, the timer counter is subtracted by 1, and when it reaches 0, the subtraction is stopped. It has become.
At step 201, the main CPU 101 updates the winning symbol random number. Specifically, the random number counter is updated by adding "1", and if the result of the addition exceeds the maximum value of the random number range, the random number counter is returned to "0", and when the random number counter completes one cycle, updates the random number from the value of the initial value update random number for the winning design random number at that time. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 202 .

At step 202, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not there is an input to the gate detection sensor 20a, the first start winning opening detection sensor 15a, and the second start winning opening detection sensor 16a, and based on this, performs predetermined processing. Perform on-detection processing. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 203 .
In step 203, the main CPU 101 executes a special figure related control process for controlling a special figure game and a special game. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 204 .

In step 204, the main CPU 101 executes a general-purpose related control process for controlling a general-purpose game. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 205 .
At step 205, the main CPU 101 executes error-related processing for controlling the occurrence and cancellation of various errors. Specifically, when the main control board 100 receives a door open command based on the opening of the front door 3, a pan full command based on the full state of the pan 7, or the like, the main CPU 101 designates the corresponding error. A command (for example, a door opening command, a saucer full command, etc.) is generated and stored (set) in the performance transmission data storage area. Also, when the main control board 100 no longer receives the above-described command, the main CPU 101 generates a corresponding error cancellation designation command (for example, a door closing command, a full tank cancellation command, etc.) and stores the performance transmission data. store in the area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 206 .

In step 206, when detection signals from the general winning opening detection sensor 14a, the first start winning opening detection sensor 15a, the second start winning opening detection sensor 16a, and the big winning opening detection sensor 18a are input to the main CPU 101, The main CPU 101 updates a prize ball counter provided corresponding to each detection signal, and transmits a payout number designation command corresponding to each detection signal to the launch payout control board 200 . When the ball is paid out by the launch payout control board 200, a payout command is transmitted to the main control board 100 for each payout, and when the main CPU 101 receives the payout command, the prize ball counter is decremented. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 207 .
In step 207, the main CPU 101 outputs external information data for outputting the game state of the pachinko machine P to the outside of the pachinko machine P, starting prize winning opening solenoid data for opening and closing the movable piece 16b of the second starting winning opening 16. , Large winning opening solenoid data for controlling the opening and closing of the large winning opening 18, various display devices (first special symbol display device 30, second special symbol display device 31, normal symbol display device 32, first special symbol reservation display The device 38, the second special figure reservation display device 39 and the normal design reservation display device 33) display data and the like are created. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 208 .

At step 208, the main CPU 101 performs output control for processing such as port output for outputting the signal of each data created at step 207 and command transmission for transmitting the command stored in the effect transmission data storage area. Execute the process. Then, the timer interrupt processing of the main control board 100 ends.

Next, the sensor detection process of step 202 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 300 , the main CPU 101 executes a gate detection process for performing a normal symbol lottery based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the gate 20 . Then, the process proceeds to the next step 301 .
At step 301 , the main CPU 101 executes first start winning hole detection processing for performing a jackpot lottery based on the game ball entering the first starting winning hole 15 . Then, the process proceeds to the next step 302 .

At step 302 , the main CPU 101 executes a second starting winning opening detection process for performing a jackpot lottery based on the game ball entering the second starting winning opening 16 . Then, the sensor detection process ends.

Next, the process at the time of gate detection of step 300 mentioned above is demonstrated with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 400, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the detection signal from the gate detection sensor 20a is input. When it is determined that the detection signal from the gate detection sensor 20a is not input, the gate detection processing ends. On the other hand, when it is determined that the detection signal from the gate detection sensor 20a has been input, the process proceeds to the next step 401 .
In step 401, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the normal pattern pending number counter (that is, the normal pattern pending number at the present time) is less than "4". If it is determined that the value is not less than "4" (that is, "4"), the gate detection process ends. On the other hand, if it is determined that the value is less than 4, the next step 402 is performed.

In step 402, the main CPU 101 increments the value of the normal pattern pending number counter by "1". Then, the process proceeds to the next step 403 .
In step 403, the main CPU 101 acquires the current winning determination random number, stores it in the general pattern reservation storage area, and terminates the gate detection process.

Next, the processing at the time of detection of the first start winning opening in step 301 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 500, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a detection signal is input from the first start winning opening detection sensor 15a. When it is determined that the detection signal from the first start winning hole detection sensor 15a is not input, the first start winning hole detection process is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the detection signal from the first start winning opening detection sensor 15a is input, the process proceeds to the next step 501 .
At step 501, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the first special figure reservation number counter (that is, the current first special figure reservation number) is less than "4". Then, when it is determined that the value is not less than "4" (that is, "4"), the process at the time of detection of the first start winning prize opening is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the value is less than "4", the process proceeds to step 502 below.

At step 502, the main CPU 101 increments the value of the first special figure reservation number counter by "1". Then, the process proceeds to the next step 503 .
At step 503, the main CPU 101 acquires a jackpot determination random number and stores it in the storage section of the first reserved storage area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 504 .

At step 504, the main CPU 101 acquires the winning symbol random number updated at step 201 described above, and stores it in the storage section of the first reserved storage area in which the jackpot determined random number was stored at step 503 described above. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 505.
At step 505, the main CPU 101 acquires the reach group determination random number updated at step 102 described above, and stores it in the storage section of the first reservation storage area in which the jackpot determination random number was stored at step 503 described above. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 506 .

At step 506, the main CPU 101 acquires the reach mode determination random number updated at step 102 described above, and stores it in the storage section of the first reservation storage area in which the jackpot determination random number was stored at step 503 described above. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 507 .
At step 507, the main CPU 101 acquires the variation pattern random number updated at step 102 described above, and stores it in the storage section of the first reservation storage area in which the jackpot determined random number was stored at step 503 described above. As described above, the acquired jackpot determination random numbers, winning pattern random numbers, reach group determination random numbers, reach mode determination random numbers, and variation pattern random numbers are all stored in the same storage unit of the first reserved storage area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 508 .

At step 508, the main CPU 101 generates a starting prize winning command indicating that the first special random number has been stored, and stores it in the performance transmission data storage area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 509 .
At step 509, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the current gaming state is the non-time-saving gaming state (that is, the normal gaming state). Then, when it is determined that it is not in the non-time-saving gaming state (that is, it is in the time-saving gaming state), the first start winning opening detection processing is terminated. On the other hand, when it determines with it being a non-time-saving game state, it progresses to following step 510. FIG.

In step 510, the main CPU 101 determines the stored first special random number before starting to fluctuate based on the first special random number (when the first special random number is acquired (stored as pending)). A pre-determination process for performing various determinations relating to the jackpot lottery is executed. Then, the processing at the time of detection of the first start winning prize opening is ended.

Next, the preliminary determination processing of step 510 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 550, the main CPU 101 acquires one of the jackpot determination random number determination tables 110 corresponding to the current game state, and stores the acquired table in the storage section of the first reservation storage area at step 503 described above. A big win determination process for determining the result of the big win lottery is executed based on the determined big win determination random number. After that, data relating to the result of the determination (big win or loss) is stored in a predetermined processing area of the main RAM 103 . Then, the process proceeds to the next step 551 .

At step 551, the main CPU 101 executes special symbol determination processing for determining the type of special symbol. Specifically, when the result of determination in step 550 described above is a big hit, the first start winning opening determination table 111a is acquired, and the table and the storage of the first reserved storage area in step 504 described above are stored. The type of the special design (type of the jackpot design) is determined based on the winning design random number stored in the part. On the other hand, when the result of the determination in step 550 described above is a loss, it is determined that the special symbol is Y1 (a lost symbol). Then, data relating to the determination result (type of special symbol) is stored in a predetermined processing area of the main RAM 103 . Also, in this special symbol determination process, the current game state, that is, the game state at the time when the special symbol is determined is stored in the game state buffer. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 552 .

At step 552, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the special symbol determined at step 551 is a jackpot symbol. Then, when it is determined that the pattern is not a big hit pattern (that is, it is a losing pattern), the process proceeds to step 555 . On the other hand, when it is determined to be a jackpot symbol, the process proceeds to the next step 553 .
At step 553, the main CPU 101 confirms the jackpot symbols determined at step 552 and the current gaming state. Then, go to the next step 554 .

At step 554, the main CPU 101 acquires the corresponding reach mode determination random number determination table 113 (jackpot determination table) based on the jackpot symbols confirmed at step 553 and the current gaming state. Then go to step 559 .
Also, in step 555 to which the main CPU 101 proceeds when it is determined in step 552 that it is not a jackpot symbol, the main CPU 101 confirms the current gaming state and the current number of reservations (first special figure reservation number). Then, go to the next step 556 .

In step 556, the main CPU 101, based on the current gaming state, the number of reservations confirmed in step 555, and the type of the starting winning opening into which the game ball entered (that is, the first starting winning opening 15), The corresponding reach group determination random number determination table 112 is acquired. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 557 .
In step 557, the main CPU 101 determines the reach group determination random number stored in the storage unit of the first reserved storage area in step 505 described above and the reach group determination random number determination table 112 obtained in step 556 described above. , the group type is determined, and the group type is stored in a predetermined processing area of the main RAM 103 . Then, go to the next step 558 .

At step 558, the main CPU 101 acquires the reach mode determination random number determination table 113 (loss determination table) based on the group type determined at step 557 described above. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 559 .
In step 559, the main CPU 101 determines the reach mode determination random number determination table 113 (for big win determination table) acquired in step 554 described above, or the reach mode determination random number determination table 113 (for loss) acquired in step 558 described above. determination table) and the reach mode determination random number stored in the storage unit of the first reserved storage area in step 506 described above, the variation mode number determination process for determining the variation mode number and the variation pattern lottery table 114 is executed. do. Then, go to the next step 560 .

At step 560, the main CPU 101 acquires the variation pattern lottery table 114 determined at step 559 described above. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 561 .
In step 561, the main CPU 101 determines the variation pattern based on the variation pattern lottery table 114 acquired in step 560 described above and the variation pattern random number stored in the storage unit of the first reserved storage area in step 507 described above. A variation pattern number determination process for determining the number is executed. Then, go to the next step 562 .

In step 562, the main CPU 101 determines the result of the jackpot lottery determined in step 550 (both winning or losing), the type of special symbol determined in step 551 described above, and the variation mode determined in step 559 described above. number and a pre-determined command corresponding to the variation pattern number determined in step 561 described above are set in the effect transmission data storage area.
Although not shown, the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment has a pre-determination command table. , variation mode number and variation pattern number) are associated with pre-determination commands. Then, the main CPU 101 can refer to this pre-determination command table to acquire a pre-determination command corresponding to the above-described determination result. Then, the pre-determination process is terminated.
By the above processing, for the newly acquired (stored as pending) first special random number, the result of the jackpot lottery determined at the start of the special symbol variation, the special symbol type, the variation mode number and the variation pattern The number is transmitted to the sub-control board 300 by the pre-determination command at the time when the random number is obtained (stored as pending) (that is, before the fluctuation starts).
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, in the above-described preliminary determination process, the A random number (first special random number) was determined, but it is not limited to this. For example, in the preliminary determination process, instead of directly determining the random numbers stored in the reserved storage area, random numbers stored in other storage areas (for example, registers) may be determined.

Next, the processing at the time of detection of the second start winning opening in step 302 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 600, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a detection signal is input from the second start winning opening detection sensor 16a. Then, when it is determined that the detection signal from the second start winning opening detection sensor 16a is not input, the second start winning opening detection processing is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the detection signal from the second starting prize winning opening detection sensor 16a has been input, the next step 601 is performed.
In step 601, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the value of the second special figure reservation number counter (that is, the current second special figure reservation number) is less than "4". Then, when it is determined that the value is not less than "4" (that is, "4"), the processing at the time of detection of the second starting winning opening is ended. On the other hand, if it is determined that the value is less than "4", the next step 602 is performed.

At step 602, the main CPU 101 increments the value of the second special figure reservation number counter by "1". Then, the process proceeds to the next step 603 .
At step 603, the main CPU 101 acquires a jackpot determination random number and stores it in the storage section of the second reserved storage area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 604 .

At step 604, the main CPU 101 acquires the winning symbol random number updated at step 201 described above, and stores it in the storage section of the second reserved storage area in which the jackpot determination random number was stored at step 603 described above. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 605 .
At step 605, the main CPU 101 acquires the reach group determination random number updated at step 102 described above, and stores it in the storage section of the second reservation storage area in which the jackpot determination random number was stored at step 603 described above. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 606 .

At step 606, the main CPU 101 acquires the reach mode determination random number updated at step 102 described above, and stores it in the storage section of the second reservation storage area in which the jackpot determination random number was stored at step 603 described above. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 607 .
At step 607, the main CPU 101 acquires the variation pattern random number updated at step 102 described above, and stores it in the storage section of the second reservation storage area in which the jackpot determined random number was stored at step 603 described above. As described above, the acquired jackpot determination random numbers, winning pattern random numbers, reach group determination random numbers, reach mode determination random numbers, and variation pattern random numbers are all stored in the same storage unit of the second reserved storage area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 608 .

At step 608, the main CPU 101 generates a start winning command indicating that the second special random number has been stored, stores it in the performance transmission data storage area, and ends the second start winning opening detection process.

Next, the special figure related control process of step 203 mentioned above is demonstrated with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 700, the main CPU 101 loads the value of the execution phase data. This execution phase data indicates which of the plurality of functional modules (subroutines) constituting the special figure-related control process is to be executed. Specifically, the execution phase data includes data "00" indicating execution of special symbol variation start processing described later, data "01" indicating execution of special symbol variation stop processing described later, and post-stop processing described later. , data "03" indicating execution of a special game control process described later, and data "04" indicating execution of a special game end process described later.
Based on the value of the execution phase data loaded in step 700, the main CPU 101 performs special symbol variation start processing (step 701), special symbol variation stop processing (step 702), post-stop processing (step 703), special Either the game control process (step 704) or the special game end process (step 705) is executed. Then, the special figure-related control process is terminated.

Next, the special symbol variation start processing of step 701 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 800, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the execution phase data is data "00" indicating execution of the special symbol variation start process. Then, when it is determined that the execution phase data is not "00", the special symbol variation start process is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the execution phase data is "00", the process proceeds to the next step 801. FIG.
In step 801, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the second special figure random number is stored in the storage section of the second reserved storage area, that is, whether or not the second special figure reserved number counter is "1" or more. judge. And when it determines with the 2nd special random number being memorize|stored, it progresses to step 804. FIG. On the other hand, if it is determined that the second special random number is not stored, the process proceeds to the next step 802 .

In step 802, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the first special figure random number is stored in the storage section of the first reserved storage area, that is, whether or not the first special figure reserved number counter is equal to or greater than "1". judge. And when it determines with the 1st special figure random number not being memorize|stored, it progresses to step 811. FIG. On the other hand, when it is determined that the first special random number is stored, the process proceeds to the next step 803 .
At step 803, the main CPU 101 decrements the value of the first special figure reservation number counter by "1" and executes shift processing of the first reservation storage area. Specifically, each random number stored in the first storage unit of the first reserved storage area is stored in a predetermined processing area provided in the main RAM 103, and the second storage unit of the first reserved storage area . . Each random number stored in the fourth storage unit is shifted to a storage unit with a smaller number by one. As a result, each random number stored in the first reserved storage area is used in a so-called first-in first-out (FIFO) process for the jackpot determination process described later. Then, go to step 805 .

Also, in step 804, which proceeds when it is determined that the second special figure random number is stored in step 801 described above, the main CPU 101 decrements the value of the second special figure reservation number counter by "1". Execute the shift processing of the reserved storage area. Specifically, each random number stored in the first storage section of the second reserved storage area is stored in a predetermined processing area provided in the main RAM 103, and the second storage section of the second reserved storage area . . Each random number stored in the fourth storage unit is shifted to a storage unit with a smaller number by one. As a result, each random number stored in the second reserved storage area is used in a so-called first-in first-out (FIFO) process for the jackpot determination process described later. Then, go to step 805 .
At step 805, the main CPU 101 acquires one of the jackpot determination random number determination tables 110 corresponding to the current gaming state, and stores the acquired table and the table stored in the predetermined processing area at step 803 or step 804 described above. A jackpot determination process for deriving a jackpot lottery result is executed based on the jackpot determination random number. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 806 .

At step 806, the main CPU 101 executes special symbol determination processing for determining the type of special symbol. Specifically, if the result of the lottery in step 805 described above is a big win, which start winning opening the game ball entered into the big win decision random number used for the determination of the lottery? That is, after confirming whether it is the first start winning opening 15 or the second starting winning opening 16), the winning symbol random number determination table 111 corresponding to this is acquired, and the acquired table and the above step 803 or step At 804, the type of the special symbol is determined based on the winning symbol random number stored in the predetermined processing area. On the other hand, when the result of the lottery in step 805 described above is a loss, if the big hit determination random number used for the determination of the lottery is due to the entry of the game ball into the first start winning hole 15, special A symbol Y1 is determined, and if the big hit determination random number used for the determination of the lottery is due to the entry of the game ball into the second start prize winning port 16, a special symbol Y2 is determined. Then, data corresponding to the determined special symbol is stored in a predetermined temporary storage area of the main RAM 103 . Also, in this special symbol determination process, the current game state, that is, the game state at the time when the special symbol is determined is stored in the game state buffer. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 807 .
In addition, in the special symbol variation start processing of the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when both the first special random number and the second special random number are stored, the second special random number is given priority to the first special random number. Tokuzu random numbers are processed, but it is not limited to this, and may be processed in the order stored in the reserved storage area.

At step 807, the main CPU 101 stores a symbol determination command indicating the type of the special symbol determined at step 806 in the effect transmission data storage area. As a result, information relating to the type of the determined special symbol is transmitted to the sub-control board 300 at the start of variation. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 808 .
In step 808, the main CPU 101 generates a variable effect related to determination of the variable effect pattern based on the reach group determination random number, reach mode determination random number, and variation pattern random number stored in the predetermined processing area in step 803 or step 804. Execute pattern determination processing. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 809 .

At step 809 , the main CPU 101 sets variable display data for starting variable display of special symbols on the first special symbol display device 30 or the second special symbol display device 31 . As a result, when the special symbol fluctuating display is performed based on the first special symbol random number, the first special symbol display device 30 starts blinking display, and the special symbol is displayed based on the second special symbol random number. When the variable display is performed, the second special symbol display device 31 starts blinking display. Here, the blinking display means that "-" blinks at a predetermined interval on each display device.
Further, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when the first special figure random number is stored in the first reservation storage area, the first special figure reservation display device 38 is displayed, and when the second special figure random number is stored in the second reservation storage area, the second special figure reservation display device 39 is displayed in a manner in which the second special figure reservation number can be recognized. ing. Then, when the variable display of the above-mentioned special symbols is performed based on the first special symbol random number, at the same time as the start of the variable display, the first special symbol is displayed to indicate that the first special symbol reservation number is reduced by one. When the figure reservation display device 38 is controlled for display and the variable display of the above-mentioned special symbols is performed based on the second special symbol random number, the second special figure reservation number is reduced by one at the same time as the start of the variable display. , the display of the second special figure reservation display device 39 is controlled.
Then, go to the next step 810 .

At step 810, the main CPU 101 sets the execution phase data to "01" so that the special symbol variation stop processing is executed in the special symbol related control processing, and ends the special symbol variation start processing.
In addition, in step 811, which proceeds when it is determined in step 802 that the first special random number is not stored in the first reservation storage area, the main CPU 101 performs the effect display based on the fact that the variable display is not performed. Demonstration determination processing for displaying a demonstration in the device 21 is executed. Specifically, the main CPU 101 measures the time during which the special symbols are not variably displayed, and when a predetermined demonstration start time (for example, 30 seconds) elapses without the special symbols being variably displayed. , a demonstration command for displaying a demonstration screen on the effect display device 21 is stored in the effect transmission data storage area. Then, the special fluctuation start process is terminated.

Next, the fluctuation effect pattern determination processing of step 808 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 900, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the special symbol determined at step 806 is a jackpot symbol. Then, when it is determined that the pattern is not a big hit pattern (that is, it is a losing pattern), the process proceeds to step 903 . On the other hand, when it is determined to be a jackpot symbol, the process proceeds to the next step 901 .
At step 901, the main CPU 101 confirms the jackpot symbols determined at step 806 and the current gaming state. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 902 .

At step 902, the main CPU 101 acquires the corresponding reach mode determination random number determination table 113 (jackpot determination table) based on the jackpot pattern and gaming state confirmed at step 901 described above. Then, go to step 907 .
Also, in step 903, to which the main CPU 101 proceeds when it is determined in step 900 that the pattern is not a jackpot pattern, the main CPU 101 determines the type of the starting winning opening related to the determination of the lottery (that is, the jackpot decision random number used for the determination of the lottery is In addition to confirming the current game state and the current number of reservations (first special reservation number, second special reservation number) confirm. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 904 .

At step 904, the main CPU 101 acquires the corresponding reach group determination random number determination table 112 based on the type of starting winning opening confirmed at step 903, the gaming state, and the number of reservations. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 905 .
In step 905, the main CPU 101 determines the reach group determination random number stored in the predetermined processing area in step 803 or step 804 described above and the reach group determination random number determination table 112 selected in step 904 described above. is determined, and the type of the group is stored in a predetermined processing area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 906 .

At step 906, the main CPU 101 acquires the reach mode determination random number determination table 113 (determination table for losing) based on the group type determined at step 905 described above. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 907 .
In step 907, the main CPU 101 uses the reach mode determination random number determination table 113 (for big win determination table) acquired in step 902 described above, or the reach mode determination random number determination table 113 (for loss) acquired in step 906 described above. determination table) and the reach mode determination random number stored in the predetermined processing area in step 803 or step 804 above, determine the variation mode number and the variation pattern lottery table 114, and determine this determined variation mode number is stored in a predetermined temporary storage area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 908 .

At step 908, the main CPU 101 acquires the variation pattern lottery table 114 determined at step 907 described above. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 909 .
In step 909, the main CPU 101 determines the variation pattern number based on the variation pattern lottery table 114 acquired in step 908 and the variation pattern random number stored in the predetermined processing area in step 803 or step 804 described above. is determined, and the determined variation pattern number is stored in a predetermined temporary storage area. Then, go to the next step 910 .

At step 910, the main CPU 101 determines the variation time based on the variation time determination table 115 and the variation mode number and variation pattern number stored in the predetermined temporary storage area. Further, the main CPU 101 sets the determined variable time in the variable time timer counter. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 911 .
At step 911, the main CPU 101 generates a variation mode command based on the variation mode number stored in the predetermined temporary storage area, and generates a variation pattern command based on the variation pattern number stored in the predetermined temporary storage area. do. Further, the main CPU 101 stores the generated variation mode command and variation pattern command in the effect transmission data storage area. Then, the variation effect pattern determination process is terminated.

Next, the special symbol variation stop processing of step 702 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 1000, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the execution phase data is data "01" indicating execution of the special symbol variation stop process. Then, when it is determined that the execution phase data is not "01", the special symbol variation stop processing is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the execution phase data is "01", the process proceeds to step 1001 below.

At step 1001, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the variable time set in the variable time timer counter at step 910 has elapsed. Then, when it is determined that the variation time has not passed, the special symbol variation stop processing is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the fluctuation time has elapsed, the process proceeds to the next step 1002 .
At step 1002, the main CPU 101 sets stop display data for stop-displaying the special symbol determined at step 806 on the first special symbol display device 30 or the second special symbol display device 31, and sets the special symbol. stop display. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1003 .

At step 1003, the main CPU 101 stores a symbol determination command indicating that the special symbol is determined in the effect transmission data storage area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1004 .
At step 1004, the main CPU 101 sets a stop display time for stopping display of the special symbol in a stop display time timer counter. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1005 .

At step 1005, the main CPU 101 sets "02" to the execution phase data so that the post-stop process is executed in the special figure-related control process. Then, the special symbol variation stop processing is terminated.

Next, the post-stop processing of step 703 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 1100, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the execution phase data is data "02" indicating execution of post-stop processing. Then, when it is determined that the execution phase data is not "02", the post-stop process is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the execution phase data is "02", the process proceeds to the next step 1101. FIG.
At step 1101, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the stop display time set in the stop display time timer counter at step 1004 has elapsed. Then, when it is determined that the stop display time has not elapsed, the post-stop process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the stop display time has elapsed, the process proceeds to the next step 1102 .

At step 1102, the main CPU 101 stores the current game state in the game state buffer. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1103 .
At step 1103, the main CPU 101 executes a time saving frequency update process. Specifically, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a time-saving game flag indicating that the current game state is the time-saving game state is turned on. When it is determined that the time saving game flag is turned on, the time saving frequency storage area provided in the main RAM 103 is updated. In this time saving frequency storage area, the remaining variation frequency until the time saving game state ends is stored. Then, the stored number of remaining fluctuations is decremented by "1". In addition, when the remaining number of fluctuations becomes "0" by updating the remaining number of fluctuations, processing for turning off the time saving game flag is also executed. Further, when determining that the time saving game flag is not turned on, the main CPU 101 does not perform any processing. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1104 .

At step 1104, the main CPU 101 performs highly accurate count update processing. Here, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a high-probability game flag indicating that the current game state is the high-probability game state is turned on. Then, when it is determined that the high-probability game flag is turned on, the high-probability number storage area provided in the main RAM 103 is updated. In this high-probability-number storage area, the number of fluctuations remaining until the high-probability game state ends is stored. Then, the stored number of remaining fluctuations is decremented by "1". Further, when the remaining number of fluctuations becomes "0" by updating the remaining number of fluctuations, a process of turning off the high certainty game flag is also executed. Further, when it is determined that the high probability game flag is not turned on, the main CPU 101 does not perform any processing. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1105 .
At step 1105, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the special symbol that is stopped and displayed is a jackpot symbol. Then, when it is determined that the special symbol that is stopped and displayed is not a big hit symbol (that is, it is a losing symbol), the process proceeds to step 1111 . On the other hand, when it is determined that the special symbol that is stopped and displayed is a jackpot symbol, the process proceeds to the next step 1106 .

At step 1106, the main CPU 101 sets a jackpot winning command for transmitting to the sub-control board 300 the game state when the jackpot is won and the type of the stopped jackpot symbol (special symbol X1 or X2). Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1107 .
At step 1107, the main CPU 101 resets the current gaming state. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1108 .

At step 1108, the main CPU 101 sets the opening time, which is the waiting time set at the start of the special game, in the opening time timer counter, and sends an opening command indicating that the opening process is started. memorize to Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1109 .
At step 1109, the main CPU 101 sets the number of rounds in the main RAM 103 based on the type of the jackpot symbol that is stopped and displayed. Specifically, the main CPU 101 sets "16" as the number of rounds if the stopped-displayed jackpot symbol is the special symbol X1, and if the stopped-displayed jackpot symbol is the special symbol X2, the round number is set. Set "4" as the number. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1110 .

At step 1110, the main CPU 101 sets the execution phase data to "03" so that the special game control process is executed in the special figure related control process. Then, the post-stop process is terminated.
In addition, in step 1111, which proceeds when it is determined that the special symbols stopped and displayed in step 1105 are not the jackpot symbols, the main CPU 101 confirms the current game state and produces a game state command indicating the game state. Stored in the transmission data storage area for Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1112 .

At step 1112, the main CPU 101 sets "00" to the execution phase data so that the special symbol variation start process is executed in the special symbol related control process. Then, the post-stop process is terminated.

Next, the special game control processing of step 704 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 1200, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the execution phase data is data "03" indicating execution of the special game control process. Then, when it is determined that the execution phase data is not "03", the special game control process is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the execution phase data is "03", the process proceeds to the next step 1201. FIG.
At step 1201, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the opening time set in the opening time timer counter at step 1108 has elapsed. And, when it is determined that the opening time has not passed, the special game control process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the opening time has passed, the process proceeds to the next step 1202 .

At step 1202, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not ending processing, which is waiting processing performed after the end of all round games in this special game control processing, is in progress. Then, if it is determined that the ending process is in progress, the process proceeds to step 1210 . On the other hand, if it is determined that the ending process is not being performed, the process proceeds to the next step 1203 .
In step 1203, the main CPU 101 executes a big winning opening opening/closing control process for opening and closing the big winning opening 18, based on the special electric role product operation table 116 corresponding to the type of the stopped jackpot symbol. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1204 .

At step 1204, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the round game has started based on the large winning opening opening/closing control at step 1203 described above. Then, if it is determined that the round game is not started, the process proceeds to step 1206 . On the other hand, if it is determined that it is time to start the round game, the process proceeds to the next step 1205 .
At step 1205, the main CPU 101 stores a round game start command indicating the start of the round game in the effect transmission data storage area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1206 .
In addition, the round game start command is provided for each number of times of the round game, so that it is possible to transmit to the sub-control board 300 how many times the round game has been started.

At step 1206, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the round game has ended based on the above-described big winning opening opening/closing control at step 1203. And, when it is determined that the round game has not ended, the special game control process is ended. On the other hand, when it is determined that the round game has ended, the process proceeds to the next step 1207 .
At step 1207, the main CPU 101 decrements the number of rounds stored in the main RAM 103 by "1". Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1208 .

At step 1208, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the round number decremented at step 1207 is "0". And, when it is determined that the number of rounds is not "0", the special game control process is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the number of rounds is "0", the process proceeds to the next step 1209 .
At step 1209, the main CPU 101 sets the ending time, which is the waiting time set when the special game ends, in the ending time timer counter, and sends an ending command indicating that the ending process is started in the effect transmission data storage area. Remember. Then, the special game control process is terminated.

Also, in step 1210 to which the main CPU 101 proceeds when it is determined in step 1202 that the ending process is in progress, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the ending time set in the ending time timer counter in step 1209 has elapsed. And when it determines with the said ending time not having passed, it complete|finishes special game control processing. On the other hand, if it is determined that the ending time has passed, the process proceeds to the next step 1211 .
At step 1211, the main CPU 101 stores a special game end command indicating that the special game has ended in the performance transmission data storage area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1212 .

At step 1212, the main CPU 101 sets "04" to the execution phase data so that the special game ending process is executed in the special figure related control process. Then, the special game control process is terminated.

Next, the special game end processing of step 705 mentioned above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 1300, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the execution phase data is data "04" indicating execution of special game end processing. Then, when it is determined that the execution phase data is not "04", the special game end processing is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the execution phase data is "04", the process proceeds to the next step 1301. FIG.
At step 1301 , the main CPU 101 sets the game state after the special game based on the game state setting table 117 . Specifically, the main CPU 101 sets a high probability game flag, a time saving game flag, a high probability number of times, and a time saving number of times. In the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, both the high probability game flag and the time saving game flag are turned on and both the high probability number and the time saving number are turned on regardless of whether the jackpot pattern is the special pattern X1 or X2. is also set to "60". Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1302 .

At step 1302, the main CPU 101 sets a game state designation command in the effect transmission data storage area according to the game state set at step 1301 described above. In this game state designation command, the information that the high probability game flag set in the above step 1301 is on, the information that the time saving game flag is on, the information of the high probability number, the information of the time saving number of times include. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1303 .
At step 1303, the main CPU 101 sets "00" to the execution phase data so that the special symbol variation start process is executed in the special symbol related control process. Then, the special game ending process is terminated.

Next, the general-purpose map-related control processing in step 204 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 1400, the main CPU 101 loads the value of the general pattern execution phase data. This general-purpose map execution phase data indicates which of a plurality of functional modules (subroutines) constituting the general-purpose map related control process is to be executed. Specifically, this normal pattern execution phase data includes data "10" indicating execution of normal symbol fluctuation start processing described later, data "11" indicating execution of normal symbol fluctuation stop processing described later, and normal It has data "12" indicating execution of post-symbol stop processing and data "13" indicating execution of movable piece control processing described later.
Then, the main CPU 101 performs normal symbol fluctuation start processing (step 1401), normal symbol fluctuation stop processing (step 1402), normal symbol stop post-processing (step 1403) or the movable piece control process (step 1404). Then, the general/universal figure-related control process is terminated.

Next, the normal symbol variation start processing of step 1401 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 1500, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the normal pattern execution phase data is "10" indicating execution of the normal pattern fluctuation start process. Then, when it is determined that the normal pattern execution phase data is not "10", the normal pattern fluctuation start process is terminated. On the other hand, when the normal pattern execution phase data is determined to be "10", the process proceeds to the next step 1501.
In step 1501, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not a hit determination random number is stored in the normal pattern reservation storage area, that is, whether or not the normal pattern reservation number counter is equal to or greater than "1". Then, when it is determined that the general pattern holding number counter is not "1" or more (that is, "0"), the normal pattern fluctuation start processing is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the number counter of the general pattern reservation is "1" or more, the process proceeds to the next step 1502.

At step 1502, the main CPU 101 decrements the value of the normal pattern pending number counter by "1". Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1503 .
At step 1503, the main CPU 101 executes shift processing of the normal diagram reservation storage area. Specifically, the winning determination random number stored in the first storage unit is stored in a predetermined processing area provided in the main RAM 103, and the winning number stored in the second storage unit to the fourth storage unit is stored. The decision random number is shifted to a storage unit with a smaller number. As a result, the hit determination random number stored in the general pattern reservation storage area is so-called first-in first-out (FIFO), and is used for the winning determination process described later. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1504 .

In step 1504, the main CPU 101 selects the hit determination random number determination table 118 (either the non-time reduction determination table 118a or the time reduction determination table 118b) corresponding to the current game state, and the selected table and the above-described step 1503 Based on the winning decision random number stored in the predetermined processing area, the winning determination process for deriving the result of the lottery for the normal symbol is executed. Specifically, when the current gaming state is the non-time-saving gaming state, the main CPU 101 refers to the non-time-saving determination table 118a to determine the winning determination random number stored in the predetermined processing area. On the other hand, when the current gaming state is the time-saving gaming state, the time-saving determination table 118b is referred to determine the hit determination random number stored in the predetermined processing area. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1505 .
At step 1505, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the result of the winning determination process at step 1504 is a win. Then, if it is determined that it is not a hit (that is, lost), the process proceeds to step 1507 . On the other hand, if it is determined to be a hit, the process proceeds to the next step 1506 .

At step 1506 , the main CPU 101 stores the winning symbol data in a predetermined general pattern storage area of the main RAM 103 . Then, go to step 1508 .
Also, in step 1507 to which the result of the lottery determination process is determined to be non-win in step 1505 described above, the main CPU 101 stores the losing pattern data in a predetermined general pattern storage area of the main RAM 103 . Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1508 .

In step 1508, the main CPU 101 confirms whether the current gaming state is set to the non-time-saving gaming state or the time-saving gaming state, and refers to the normal symbol variation pattern determination table 119 to determine the current gaming state. Set the normal pattern fluctuation time corresponding to the normal pattern fluctuation time timer counter. Specifically, the main CPU 101 sets the general pattern fluctuation time timer counter to “3 seconds” when the current gaming state is the non-shortening gaming state, Set the variable time timer counter to "0.6 seconds". Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1509 .
At step 1509, the main CPU 101 sets variable display data for starting variable display of normal symbols. As a result, the normal symbol display device 32 starts blinking display. Further, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when the winning determination random number is stored in the normal pattern reservation storage area, the normal pattern reservation display device 33 is displayed in a manner that allows recognition of the normal pattern reservation number. It's becoming Then, when the normal symbol variable display is performed, the normal symbol reservation display device 33 is display-controlled so as to indicate that the number of normal symbol reservations is reduced by one at the same time as the start of the variable display. Then, go to the next step 1510 .

At step 1510, the main CPU 101 stores the current game state in the game state buffer as the game state at the start of fluctuation. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1511 .
In step 1511, the main CPU 101 sets "11" to the normal pattern execution phase data so that the normal pattern fluctuation stop processing is executed in the normal pattern related control processing. Then, the normal symbol variation start process is terminated.

Next, the normal symbol variation stop processing of step 1402 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 1600, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the normal pattern execution phase data is data "11" indicating execution of the normal pattern fluctuation stop process. Then, when it is determined that the normal pattern execution phase data is not "11", the normal pattern fluctuation stop processing is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the normal pattern execution phase data is "11", the process proceeds to the next step 1601.
In step 1601, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the normal symbol variation time set in the normal symbol variation time timer counter in step 1508 has elapsed. When it is determined that the variation time has not passed, the normal symbol variation stop processing is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the fluctuation time has passed, the process proceeds to the next step 1602 .

At step 1602, the main CPU 101 sets stop display data for stopping and displaying the normal symbols on the normal symbol display device 32, and executes stop display of the normal symbols. Then, it proceeds to the next step 1603 .
In step 1603, the main CPU 101 sets a normal pattern stop display time for stop-displaying a normal pattern in a normal pattern stop display time timer counter. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1604 .

In step 1604, the main CPU 101 sets "12" to the normal pattern execution phase data so that the normal pattern stop post-processing is executed in the normal pattern related control process. Then, the normal symbol variation stop processing is terminated.

Next, the normal symbol stop post-processing in step 1403 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
In step 1700, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the normal symbol execution phase data is data "12" indicating execution of normal symbol stop post-processing. Then, when it is determined that the normal pattern execution phase data is not "12", the normal pattern stop post-processing is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the normal pattern execution phase data is "12", the process proceeds to the next step 1701.
In step 1701, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the normal pattern stop display time set in the normal pattern stop display time timer counter in step 1603 has passed. Then, when it is determined that the normal pattern stop display time has not passed, the normal pattern stop post-processing is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the normal pattern stop display time has elapsed, the process proceeds to the next step 1702 .

At step 1702, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the normal symbol displayed in a stopped state is a winning symbol. Then, when it is determined that the normal symbol that is stopped and displayed is not a winning symbol (that is, it is a losing symbol), the process proceeds to step 1704 . On the other hand, when it is determined that the normal symbol that is stopped and displayed is a winning symbol, the process proceeds to the next step 1703 .
At step 1703, the main CPU 101 sets "13" to the normal map execution phase data so that the movable piece control process is executed in the normal map related control process. Then, the normal symbol stop post-processing is terminated.

Also, in step 1704, which proceeds when it is determined in step 1702 that the normal symbol displayed in a stopped state is not a winning symbol, the main CPU 101 performs normal symbol variation start processing in the normal symbol related control processing. Set "10" to the normal map execution phase data. Then, the normal symbol stop post-processing is terminated.

Next, the movable piece control processing of step 1404 described above will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
At step 1800, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the normal pattern execution phase data is data "13" indicating execution of the movable piece control process. Then, when it is determined that the normal pattern execution phase data is not "13", the movable piece control process is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the normal pattern execution phase data is "13", the process proceeds to the next step 1801.
At step 1801, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the movable piece 16b is under operation control, that is, whether or not the start winning opening solenoid 16c is energized. Then, when it is determined that the movable piece 16b is under operation control, the process proceeds to step 1804 . On the other hand, if it is determined that the movable piece 16b is not under operation control, the process proceeds to the next step 1802 .

At step 1802, the main CPU 101 confirms whether the game state at the start of the variation of the normal symbols was the non-time-saving game state or the time-saving game state. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1803 .
At step 1803, the main CPU 101 refers to the second starting winning opening opening control table 120, and in accordance with the game state confirmed at step 1802, energizes the starting winning opening solenoid 16c as energization control data (opening data). Set the number of times (opening times) and energization time (opening time). Then, the movable piece control process ends.

Also, in step 1804 to which the movable piece 16b is under control in step 1801 described above, the main CPU 101 determines whether or not the energization time (release time) set in step 1803 has elapsed. judge. Then, when it is determined that the energization time (opening time) has not elapsed, the movable piece control process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the energization time (opening time) has elapsed, the process proceeds to the next step 1805 .
At step 1805, the main CPU 101 stops the operation of the movable piece 16b, that is, stops the energization of the start winning opening solenoid 16c. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 1806 .

At step 1806, the main CPU 101 sets "10" to the normal pattern execution phase data so that the normal pattern fluctuation start processing is executed in the normal pattern related control processing. Then, the movable piece control process ends.

(Outline of production in pachinko machine P)
As described above, by executing various processes in the main control board 100, the special game, the normal game and the special game will proceed. During the progress of these games, various commands are transmitted from the main control board 100 to the sub-control board 300, and the sub-control board 300 receives these commands, thereby allowing the sub-control board 300 to control the progress of the game. Execute the control of the production accompanying.
Below, it is executed during the variable display of the special symbol, will be described variable effect to notify the result of the lottery of the big hit. In addition, here, the case where the game state is the non-time-saving game state (that is, the normal game state) will be described, and the explanation will be omitted for the case where the game state is the time-saving game state (that is, the high-probability time-saving game state).

(Outline of variable production)
In the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, as described above, during the variable display of the special symbols, the variable effect of notifying the result of the lottery for the big win is executed by the display mode of the effect symbols 50 . In this variable effect, the effect symbol 50 (dummy symbol) is displayed in a variable manner superimposed on the background image displayed on the display section 21a of the effect display device 21.例文帳に追加Then, the player is notified of the result of the lottery for the big win by a combination of the performance symbols 50 that are displayed in a stationary manner after being variably displayed (in a stationary display mode).

Specifically, after the start of the variable display of the special symbols, the variable display of all the performance symbols 50 is started from the state in which all the performance symbols 50 are stopped and displayed (FIGS. 36(a) and (b), See FIGS. 37(a) and (b)). A downward arrow in the drawing indicates that the effect pattern 50 is displayed to scroll from above to below.
After that, the effect pattern 50 positioned on the left side (hereinafter referred to as the first stop pattern), the effect pattern 50 positioned on the right side (hereinafter referred to as the second stop pattern), the effect pattern 50 positioned in the center (hereinafter referred to as the third stop pattern) ) (see FIGS. 36(c) to (e) and FIGS. 37(c) to (e)).
Then, when the result of the jackpot lottery is a jackpot, all the performance symbols 50 are stop-displayed with the same symbols (see FIG. 37(e)). That is, by stop-displaying all the performance symbols 50 with the same symbols, it is informed that the result of the big win lottery is a big win.

On the other hand, when the result of the lottery for the big win is a loss, all the effect symbols 50 are not stopped and displayed with the same symbol (see FIG. 36(e)). That is, by stop-displaying at least one performance symbol 50 in a pattern different from the other performance symbols 50, it is informed that the result of the big winning lottery is a loss.

The third stop symbol is stop-displayed substantially at the same time as the special symbol is stop-displayed on the first special symbol display device 30 or the second special symbol display device 31 . As a result, the special symbols are stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 30 or the second special symbol display device 31 prior to the stop display of the performance symbols 50, and the result of the jackpot lottery is grasped by the special symbol type. I prevent it from being put away.

Further, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, from the start of the variable display of the effect symbols 50 to the stop display of the second stop symbol (that is, until the presence or absence of the ready-to-win display, which will be described later) is notified, the variable It corresponds to the first half of the effect, and after the second stop symbol is stopped and displayed (after the presence or absence of the ready-to-win display is notified) until the third stop symbol is stopped and displayed (that is, the fluctuation of the effect symbol 50 is completed. until) corresponds to the second half of the variable production.

The first half of the variable effect includes a non-reach variation pattern in which the first stop symbol and the second stop symbol are stopped and displayed with different symbols, and a variation pattern in which the first stop symbol and the second stop symbol are the same symbol. A reach variation pattern is provided that is displayed in a stopped state (in which so-called reach display is performed). The non-reach variation pattern and the reach variation pattern each have a plurality of aspects, and each aspect has various settings such as the method of variation, the display contents of the production pattern 50, the displayed image, and the like.
In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when the variation mode number corresponding to the received variation mode command is "00H", the first half of the variation performance is executed by the no-reach variation pattern, and the number is other than "00H". In the case, the first half of the variable production is executed according to the reach variation pattern.

As reach fluctuation patterns, a normal reach pattern and a special reach pattern are provided.
The normal ready-to-win pattern is a mode in which the ready-to-win display is performed simply by stop-displaying the same first stop pattern and the second stop pattern without causing any particular change in the way of fluctuation or the display contents of the effect pattern 50. - 特許庁There is (see FIG. 37).
In the special ready-to-win pattern, all the production patterns 50 are temporarily stopped in a predetermined stop display mode (the first stop pattern and the second stop pattern are patterns with numbers different by one, and the third stop pattern suggests temporary stop. In this mode, a display is performed a predetermined number of times (so-called pseudo-continuous effect is performed) in which variable display is resumed after temporarily stopping with a temporary stop symbol, and then ready-to-win display is performed (see FIG. 38).

It should be noted that the reach variation pattern is not limited to the above aspect. For example, in the period from the start of the variable display of the effect pattern 50 to the time when the ready-to-win display is performed, a predetermined cut-in image is displayed (cut-in effect), and a predetermined cut-in image is displayed by pressing the operation button 9b. A mode of suggesting or notifying (button operation presentation), a mode of operating the role product presentation device in a predetermined mode (accessory actuation presentation), or the like may be provided. Also, a mode or the like may be provided in which the same type of effect or different types of effects are executed multiple times.
In addition, the number of times of temporary stop and the timing of temporary stop in the variable performance by the special reach pattern can be set at various times and at various times. In addition, setting is made so that a variable performance by a special ready-to-win pattern in which the above-mentioned temporary stop is performed a specific number of times (for example, four times) is executed only when a jackpot is won, and the variable performance by the special ready-to-win pattern is executed. In some cases, it may be possible to grasp that the player has won the jackpot.
In the ready-to-win fluctuation pattern, the ready-to-win display in which the first stop symbol and the second stop symbol are stopped and displayed in the same pattern is not performed, and a predetermined image indicating that the ready-to-win has occurred is displayed instead of performing the ready-to-win display. You may make it alert|report by displaying.

As a form of the second half of the variable production when the first half of the variable production is the reach fluctuation pattern, a predetermined development production image (FIGS. 39(e) to (f), FIG. 40(b)) is executed, and after that, the pattern with development notifying that the result of the jackpot lottery is a jackpot or a loss, and the ready-to-win development effect is executed after the ready-to-win display. Instead, there is provided a non-development pattern (see FIG. 37) for notifying that the result of the jackpot lottery is a jackpot or a loss.
When the form of the first half of the variable performance is the non-reach fluctuation pattern, the mode of the second half of the variable performance is a normal losing pattern in which it is reported that the result of the big win lottery is a loss after the second half of the variable time has elapsed. (see FIG. 36) is provided.
A plurality of types of non-development patterns, development patterns and normal failure patterns are provided, and various types of third stop symbols, development image types and the like are set.

Further, the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment is provided with a chance-up development pattern, a normal development pattern, and a special development pattern as patterns with development.
In the chance-up development pattern, after a predetermined time has elapsed since the display of a predetermined development effect image was started (that is, after the ready-to-win development effect was started), the degree of expectation for winning a jackpot is higher than that of the predetermined development effect image. After displaying a chance-up image that notifies that the display will switch to a high-expectation development production image that suggests that the high-expectation development production image is high, the chance-up production that switches to the display of the high-expectation development production image is executed, and then lost. Alternatively, it is a form of notifying a jackpot (see FIG. 40).
The normal development pattern is a form in which, after a predetermined development effect image has started to be displayed, the above-described chance-up effect is not executed, and a loss or a big win is reported after a predetermined period of time has elapsed (see FIG. 39). .
Although the special development pattern is not particularly illustrated, a special development performance image that is not displayed in the chance-up development pattern and the normal development pattern is displayed, and after a predetermined time has passed, a loss or a big hit is reported.

Further, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, the development effect image displayed in the chance-up development pattern (that is, the development effect image displayed after the ready-to-win display is performed and before the chance-up effect is executed). , and the development effect image displayed in the normal development pattern (that is, the development effect image displayed after the ready-to-win display is performed until the loss or the jackpot is notified) are shared.
Specifically, image A, image B, and image C having different modes (contents of effects (systems)) are provided as development effect images displayed in the chance-up development pattern and the normal development pattern. One of the development effect images is displayed in both the development pattern and the normal development pattern.

Image A, as shown in FIGS. 39(e) to (f), sequentially destroys the spheres on which production patterns 50 are shown, and produces production patterns 50 (first stop pattern and second stop pattern) related to ready-to-win display. It is a performance image with the content of aiming to reach the same pattern, and finally, either display to the effect that the same pattern has been reached or display to the effect that the same pattern has not been reached is displayed. It is set as follows.
Image B, although not particularly shown, is a directed image in which the first character aims to capture the second character, and is a display indicating that the second character has finally been captured, or It is set so that one of the indications to the effect that the second character could not be captured is displayed.
Image C, although not particularly shown, is a performance image in which a predetermined character aims to reach a goal within a predetermined time. It is set so that either a display or a display to the effect that a predetermined destination could not be reached is displayed.

Then, when the image A is displayed in the chance-up development pattern, the fact that the same symbol has finally been reached is displayed to notify that the player has won a jackpot (see FIG. 39(f)), Ultimately, a message is displayed to the effect that the same symbol could not be reached, thereby announcing that the game is lost.
Similarly, when the image B is displayed, the fact that the second character has finally been captured is displayed to inform that the player has won a big win, and the second character has not been finally captured. The fact that it is lost is reported by displaying the fact that it was successful. Further, when the image C is displayed, a message indicating that the player has reached the goal at the predetermined destination is displayed to inform the player that the player has won a big win, and the player has failed to reach the goal at the predetermined destination. By displaying a message to that effect, it is notified that the game is lost.

On the other hand, when the image A is displayed in the normal development pattern, a message indicating that the same pattern could not be reached is displayed, and then the above-described chance-up effect is executed, and based on the execution of this chance-up effect. A big hit or a loss is notified by the high expectation degree development effect image displayed at the time (see FIG. 40).
Similarly, when the image B is displayed, a message indicating that the second character could not be captured is displayed. After the display to that effect is performed, the above-mentioned chance-up effect is executed, and a big hit or a loss is notified by the high-expectation development effect image displayed based on the execution of this chance-up effect.

The development effect images displayed in the chance-up development pattern and the normal development pattern are not limited to those described above, and development effect images displaying other contents may be provided.
Moreover, the pattern without development and the pattern with development are not limited to the above-described modes. For example, a mode in which a predetermined cut-in image is displayed during the ready-to-win development effect (cut-in effect), and a mode in which a predetermined suggestion or notification is made by pressing the operation button 9b during the ready-to-reach development effect (button operation effect). A mode (a role product operation effect) in which the role product effect device operates in a predetermined mode during the ready-to-win development effect may be provided. Also, a mode or the like may be provided in which the same type of effect or different types of effects are executed multiple times.

Further, in each of the effects described above, in addition to displaying an image, a predetermined sound may be output, or the effect lighting device 23 (lamp) may emit light in a predetermined lighting pattern or color.

Here, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, according to the variation mode number corresponding to the variation mode command received from the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100, and the variation pattern number corresponding to the variation pattern command, it is possible to execute A mode of the variation production is predetermined. That is, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, the variation effect is executed in accordance with the aspect associated with the received variation mode number and variation pattern number.

Specifically, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when the result of the jackpot lottery is a loss and the variable mode number of "00H" is determined, "00H", "01H" or "02H" is selected. is determined (see FIGS. 8 and 10). Then, if the variation mode number corresponding to the received variation mode command is "00H", the first half of the variation without reach even if the variation pattern number corresponding to the received variation pattern command is any of the above A variable effect is executed in a mode (hereinafter referred to as a first mode) in which the pattern and the latter half are normal losing patterns, and the failure is reported.

Further, when the result of the jackpot lottery is a loss and the variation mode number "01H" is determined, the variation pattern number "05H" is determined (see FIGS. 8 and 10), and the jackpot lottery is determined. When the result is a jackpot and the variation mode number of "A1H" is determined, the variation pattern number of "A5H" is determined (see FIGS. 9 and 10).
Then, when the variation mode number corresponding to the received variation mode command is "01H" and the variation pattern number corresponding to the received variation pattern command is "05H", the first half is the normal reach pattern and the second half Variation production is performed by either a mode in which the part is a non-development pattern (hereinafter referred to as a second mode), or a mode in which the first half part is a special reach pattern and the second half part is a non-development pattern (hereinafter referred to as a third mode) It is executed, and it is notified that it is a failure. On the other hand, if the variation mode number corresponding to the received variation mode command is "A1H" and the variation pattern number corresponding to the received variation pattern command is "A5H", the second mode or A variable performance is executed by one of the third modes, and a big win is announced.

The first half variation time corresponding to the variation mode number "01H" or "A1H" is "10 seconds", and the second half variation time corresponding to the variation pattern number "05H" or "A5H" is "5 seconds" (Fig. 11 See), the total variable time of the variable effect is "15 seconds".

Further, when the result of the jackpot lottery is a loss and the variation mode number "02H" is determined, the variation pattern number "06H" or "07H" is determined (see FIGS. 8 and 10), When the result of the jackpot lottery is a jackpot and the variation mode number "A2H" is determined, the variation pattern number "A6H" or "A7H" is determined (see FIGS. 9 and 10).
Then, when the variation mode number corresponding to the received variation mode command is "02H" and the variation pattern number corresponding to the received variation pattern command is "06H", the first half part is a special reach pattern and A normal development pattern in which image A is displayed as a development effect image in the latter half (hereinafter referred to as a fourth mode), a normal development in which a special reach pattern is displayed in the first half and image B is displayed as a development effect image in the latter half. A pattern mode (hereinafter referred to as a fifth mode), a mode in which the first half is a special reach pattern and the second half is a normal development pattern in which the image C is displayed as a development effect image (hereinafter referred to as a sixth mode), or A change effect is executed in one of the modes in which the first half part is the special ready-to-win pattern and the second half part is the special development pattern (hereinafter referred to as the tenth mode), and a failure is notified. On the other hand, if the variation mode number corresponding to the received variation mode command is "A2H" and the variation pattern number corresponding to the received variation pattern command is "A6H", the fourth aspect, A variable performance is executed by either the fifth mode, the sixth mode, or the tenth mode, and a big win is announced.

In addition, the first half fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation mode number "02H" or "A2H" is "15 seconds", and the second half fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern number "06H" or "A6H" is "30 seconds" (Fig. 11), the total fluctuation time of the fluctuation production when these fluctuation mode numbers and fluctuation pattern numbers are determined is always "45 seconds". That is, the variation effect is executed by any of the normal development pattern in which the image A is displayed, the normal development pattern in which the image B is displayed, the normal development pattern in which the image C is displayed, and the special development pattern in which the special development image is displayed. Even if there is, the variable time from the start of the variable performance to the end is the same.

Further, if the variation mode number corresponding to the received variation mode command is "02H" and the variation pattern number corresponding to the received variation pattern command is "07H", the first half part is a special reach pattern and The second half is a chance-up development pattern in which image A is displayed as a development effect image (hereinafter referred to as the seventh mode), the first half is a special reach pattern, and the second half is a chance to display image B as a development effect image. A mode that is an upward development pattern (hereinafter referred to as an eighth mode), and a mode that is a chance-up development pattern in which the first half is a special reach pattern and the second half is a chance-up development pattern in which the image C is displayed as a development effect image (hereinafter referred to as a ninth mode) Alternatively, a variable effect is executed according to one of the tenth aspects described above, and the fact that the game is lost is notified. On the other hand, if the variation mode number corresponding to the received variation mode command is "A2H" and the variation pattern number corresponding to the received variation pattern command is "A7H", the seventh aspect, A variation performance is executed by either the eighth mode, the ninth mode, or the tenth mode, and the fact that the jackpot is won is notified.

In addition, the first half fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation mode number "02H" or "A2H" is "15 seconds", and the second half fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern number "07H" or "A7H" is "60 seconds" (Fig. 11), the total variation time of the variation production when these variation mode number and variation pattern number are determined is always "75 seconds". That is, the chance-up development pattern in which the image A is displayed, the chance-up development pattern in which the image B is displayed, the chance-up development pattern in which the image C is displayed, and the special development pattern in which the special development image is displayed. is executed, the variable time from the start to the end of the variable performance is the same.

(Determination of Mode of Variable Production)
Next, determination of the mode of the above-described variable effect will be described.
(1) When a variable effect is executed in which the second half is a pattern with development In the pachinko machine P according to this embodiment, when a variable effect is executed by a pattern with a development in the second half (that is, the variable mode number is "02H ”and the variation pattern number is “06H” or “07H”, if the variation mode number is “A2H” and the variation pattern number is “A6H” or “A7H”), before this time The mode of the current variable performance is determined in consideration of the mode of the variable performance by the pattern with development that has been performed most recently.
Specifically, if the result of the jackpot lottery is a jackpot, and the second half is a pattern with development (normal development pattern, chance up development pattern), the variation effect is executed (that is, the variation mode number is 'A2H' and the variation pattern number is 'A6H' or 'A7H'), and when the result of the jackpot lottery results in a loss, the second half of the variation performance is executed according to the chance-up development pattern. (that is, when the variation mode number is "02H" and the variation pattern number is "07H"), the same kind as the development effect image displayed in the most recent variation effect by the development pattern. is determined as the mode of the current variable effect.

For example, if the variation mode number corresponding to the received variation mode command is "02H" and the variation pattern number corresponding to the received variation pattern command is "07H" (i.e., the second half is a chance-up development pattern ), and the variation effect by the fourth mode (normal development pattern in which image A is displayed) performed 10 times before is the variation effect by the development pattern performed most recently. When there is, the seventh mode, which is the chance-up development pattern in which the image A is displayed, is determined as the mode of the current variable effect (see FIG. 41). As a result, the image A is displayed as the development effect image after the ready-to-win display, then the chance-up effect is executed, the high-expectation development effect is displayed, and finally the loss is reported.

Also, for example, when the variation mode number corresponding to the received variation mode command is "A2H" and the variation pattern number corresponding to the received variation pattern command is "A6H" (i.e., the latter part is normal development In the case where a variable effect is executed according to a pattern), the variable effect in the ninth mode (chance up development pattern in which image C is displayed) performed 20 times ago is the most recent variation due to the development pattern. When it is the effect, although not shown, the sixth mode, which is the normal development pattern in which the image C is displayed, is determined as the mode of the variable effect this time. As a result, the image C is displayed as the development effect image after the ready-to-win display, and finally a big win is announced.

Also, for example, when the variation mode number corresponding to the received variation mode command is "A2H" and the variation pattern number corresponding to the received variation pattern command is "A7H" (that is, the second half is the chance up In the case where a variable performance is executed according to the development pattern), the variable performance of the eighth mode (chance up development pattern in which image B is displayed) performed 30 times ago is based on the most recent development pattern. When it is the variable performance, although not shown, the eighth mode, which is the chance-up development pattern in which the image B is displayed, is determined as the mode of the current variable performance. As a result, the image B is displayed as the development effect image after the ready-to-win display, and finally a big win is announced.

Further, as described above, when the current variable effect is executed in a manner in which a developing effect image of the same type as the most recently displayed developing effect image is displayed, the display of the developing effect image is started (i.e., At the start of the ready-to-win development effect) and during the display of the development effect image, that effect is notified.
Specifically, at the start of the display of the development effect image, the character image "REVENGE!" In the lower part of 21a, a character image of "REVENGE" is displayed horizontally (see FIGS. 41(h) and (i)).

On the other hand, if the result of the jackpot lottery is a loss, and the second half is the normal development pattern, the variation effect is executed (that is, the variation mode number is "02H" and the variation pattern number is If it is "06H"), a mode different from the mode in which a development effect image of the same kind as the development effect image displayed in the most recent variation effect with the development pattern is displayed is set to the mode of the current variation effect. Determined as

For example, when the variation mode number corresponding to the received variation mode command is "02H" and the variation pattern number corresponding to the received variation pattern command is "06H", the 10th performed before When the variation effect by the 4 modes (the normal development pattern in which the image A is displayed) is the variation effect by the most recent development pattern, the image A is displayed as the mode of the current variation effect, although not shown. , i.e., a fifth mode that is a normal development pattern in which image B is displayed, a sixth mode that is a normal development pattern in which image C is displayed, or a special development pattern in which a special development image is displayed. Any of certain tenth aspects are determined. As a result, after the ready-to-win display, images other than the image A are displayed as the development effect images, and finally the fact that the game is lost is notified.

Further, for example, in the case described above, when the variation effect by the eighth mode (chance-up development pattern in which image B is displayed) performed 20 times before is the variation effect by the development pattern performed most recently. , Although not shown in the figure, the present variable effect mode includes a mode in which images other than image B are displayed, that is, a fifth mode, which is a normal development pattern in which image A is displayed, and a normal development pattern in which image C is displayed. Either the sixth mode, which is a pattern, or the tenth mode, which is a special development pattern in which a special development image is displayed, is determined. As a result, after the ready-to-win display, images other than the image B are displayed as the development effect image, and finally the fact that the game is lost is notified.

In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, a predetermined storage area in the sub-RAM 303 of the sub-control board 300 is adapted to store the aspect of the variation effect executed by the pattern with development, and the pattern with development is stored. The memory is updated each time the variable performance is executed. Also, the memory is not cleared unless reset is performed. As a result, it is possible to grasp the mode of the most recently developed pattern.

In addition, immediately after shipment from the factory or in the initial state after resetting, the predetermined storage area of the sub-RAM 303 is cleared, and the mode of the developed pattern is not stored in the storage area. At this time, the above-mentioned determination (determination considering the aspect of the pattern with the latest development) is not performed, and one of all the aspects that can be executed according to the variation mode number and the variation pattern number is determined.
Specifically, when the variation mode number is "02H" and the variation pattern number is "06H", or when the variation mode number is "A2H" and the variation pattern number is "A6H" , 4th, 5th, 6th or 10th mode is determined. Also, if the variation mode number is "02H" and the variation pattern number is "07H", or if the variation mode number is "A2H" and the variation pattern number is "A7H", the seventh Aspect, either the eighth aspect, the ninth aspect or the tenth aspect is determined.

(2) When a variable effect is executed in which the second half is a pattern other than a pattern with development (normal loss pattern, non-development pattern). 00H” and the variation pattern number is “00H”, “01H” or “02H”), and when the variation effect is executed by the pattern with no development in the second half (that is, the variation mode number is “01H ”And if the variation pattern number is “05H”, if the variation mode number is “A1H” and the variation pattern number is “05H”), (1) of the most recent variation effect The mode of the current variable performance is determined without considering the mode. That is, one of the modes that can be executed according to the variation mode number and the variation pattern number is determined as the mode of the current variation performance.
That is, when the variation mode number is "00H" and the variation pattern number is "00H", "01H" or "02H", the first mode is always determined as described above.
Also, if the variation mode number is "01H" and the variation pattern number is "05H", or if the variation mode number is "A1H" and the variation pattern number is "A5H", the above Thus, the second aspect or the third aspect is determined.

(Outline of specific processing for determining the mode of variable effect)
The sub ROM 302 of the sub control board 300 stores information for determining the mode of the variable performance (the mode of the first half of the variable performance and the mode of the second half of the variable performance (that is, any of the first to tenth modes)). A variable effect determination table 121 is stored.

The variable effect determination table 121 is provided with a table A, a table B and a table C as shown in FIGS.
Table A shows that when the variation mode number is "00H" and the variation pattern number is "00H", "01H" or "02H", the variation mode number is "01H" and the variation pattern number is "05H" In this case, it is referred to when determining the aspect of the variation performance when the variation mode number is "A1H" and the variation pattern number is "A5H".
In table B, when the mode of the most recent developed pattern is not stored in the predetermined storage section in sub-RAM 303 (that is, in the initial state), the variation mode number is "02H" and the variation pattern number is "06H". Or when it is "07H", when the variation mode number is "A2H" and the variation pattern number is "A6H" or "A7H", it is referred to when determining the mode of variation performance.
Table C shows that when the mode of the pattern with the most recent development is stored in a predetermined storage unit in the sub-RAM 303 (that is, other than the initial state), the variation mode number is "02H" and the variation pattern number is "06H". or "07H", when the variation mode number is "A2H" and the variation pattern number is "A6H" or "A7H", it is referred to when determining the mode of variation performance.

Then, in Table A and Table B, the variation mode number, the variation pattern number, and the variation effect random number acquired within a predetermined numerical range (0 to 249 in this embodiment) are associated with each other, and the variation effect Aspects are defined. In Table C, the variation mode number, the variation pattern number, the aspect of the pattern with the most recent development, and the variation effect random number acquired within a predetermined numerical range (0 to 249 in this embodiment) are associated with each other, A mode of variable production is defined.

Then, when the sub CPU 301 of the sub control board 300 receives the variation mode command and the variation pattern command, it acquires a variation performance random number of 1 from the range of 0 to 249, and selects the variation performance determination table 121 according to the situation. , the obtained variation effect random number, the variation mode number corresponding to the received variation mode command and the variation pattern number corresponding to the variation pattern command, the selected variation effect determination table 121, and when the table C is selected, the latest Based on the mode of the pattern with development, the mode of the variable presentation is determined.

As shown in FIG. 42(a), according to Table A, when the variation mode number is "00H" and the variation pattern number is "00H", "01H" or "02H", the first Aspects are determined. Also, if the variation mode number is "01H" and the variation pattern number is "05H", if the variation mode number is "A1H" and the variation pattern number is "A5H", the second mode Or a third aspect is determined.
Further, as shown in FIG. 42(b), according to Table B, when the variation mode number is "02H" and the variation pattern number is "06H", the variation mode number is "A2H". When the variation pattern number is "A6H", the fourth mode, fifth mode, sixth mode or tenth mode is determined. Also, if the variation mode number is "02H" and the variation pattern number is "07H", if the variation mode number is "A2H" and the variation pattern number is "A7H", the seventh An aspect, an eighth aspect, a ninth aspect or a tenth aspect is determined.

Further, as shown in FIG. 43(a), according to Table C, when the variation mode number is "02H" and the variation pattern number is "06H", the latest development pattern is the fourth mode Or when it is the seventh mode (that is, the mode in which the image A is displayed), the fifth mode (the mode in which the image B is displayed), the sixth mode (the mode in which the image B is displayed), or the tenth mode (the special mode in which the image is displayed) is determined, and the most recent development pattern is the fifth mode or the eighth mode (that is, the mode in which the image B is displayed), the fourth mode, the sixth mode, or the tenth mode is determined, and when the most recent pattern with development is the sixth mode or the ninth mode (that is, the mode in which the image C is displayed), the fourth mode, the fifth mode, or the tenth mode is determined.
Also, when the variation mode number is "02H" and the variation pattern number is "07H", or when the variation mode number is "A2H" and the variation pattern number is "A7H", the most recent When the pattern with development is the 4th or 7th mode, the 7th mode is determined, and when the pattern with the latest development is the 5th or 8th mode, the 8th mode is determined, and the latest development The ninth mode is determined when the dovetail pattern is in the sixth mode or the ninth mode.
Further, when the variation mode number is "A2H" and the variation pattern number is "A6H", the fourth mode is determined when the latest development pattern is the fourth mode or the seventh mode, and the most recent When the pattern with development is the 5th or 8th mode, the 5th mode is determined, and when the pattern with the most recent development is the 6th or 9th mode, the 6th mode is determined.

In addition, in FIG. 42, the numbers shown in each selection area associated with the variation mode number and variation pattern number and the variation effect mode, and in FIG. 43, the variation mode number, the variation pattern number, and the latest development pattern The number shown in each selection area associated with the mode of the variable effect indicates the range of random numbers assigned to the selection area, that is, the selection ratio of the selection area.
In the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, the degree of the possibility of execution in the case of winning a big win is separately set for the aspect of the variable effect. As a result, the degree of expectation for winning a big win changes according to the mode of the variable performance that is executed.

As described above, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when the current variation effect is executed in a manner in which the development effect image of the same type as the most recently displayed development effect image is displayed (that is, the current development pattern If the development effect image displayed in the variable effect and the development effect image displayed in the most recently executed pattern with development are of the same type), based on the display of the development effect image in this variable effect , is notified to that effect.
As a result, it is possible to give the player a different impression from when the same type of development effect is displayed without the above notification being performed, and the development effect image displayed in the most recently executed pattern with development. Since it is possible to make the player strongly aware that it is of the same type as the game, it is possible to heighten the player's expectation of winning the jackpot in this variation, and to increase the interest of the player.
In addition, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when the result of the jackpot lottery is a jackpot and a variation effect is performed according to a pattern with development (normal development pattern, chance-up development pattern), or when the result of the jackpot lottery is In the event of a loss and a variable effect is performed according to the chance-up development pattern, the variable effect is executed in such a manner that a development effect image of the same type as the most recently displayed development effect image is displayed. .
That is, when a variable effect with a high degree of expectation for winning a jackpot is executed, a development effect image of the same type as the most recently displayed development effect image is displayed, so the player's expectation for winning a big win is displayed. can heighten your senses.
Furthermore, in the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment, when the result of the jackpot lottery is a loss and the variation effect is performed according to the normal development pattern, the variation effect is different from the most recently displayed development effect image. It is executed according to the manner in which the effect image is displayed.
As a result, only the development effect images of the same type are continuously displayed when the variable effect by the pattern with development is executed, thereby preventing the player from having the impression that the ready-to-reach development effect is monotonous. can be prevented.

Next, control processing in the sub-control board 300 for executing various types of processing as described above will be described.
First, the main processing of the sub control board 300 will be described with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG.
At step 2000, when the power is turned on, the main processing program is read from the sub-ROM 302, and flags stored in the sub-RAM 303 are initialized and set. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2001 .
In step 2001, the sub CPU 301 performs processing for updating each effect random number (variable effect random number), and thereafter repeatedly executes the processing of step 2001 until interrupt processing is performed. Here, each production random number is asynchronously updated.

Next, timer interrupt processing of the sub control board 300 will be described with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG.
The sub-control board 300 is provided with a reset clock pulse generation circuit (not particularly shown) that generates a clock pulse at a predetermined cycle (4 milliseconds). When a clock pulse is generated by the reset clock pulse generation circuit, the sub CPU 301 reads the timer interrupt processing program and starts the timer interrupt processing shown in FIG.

At step 2100 , the sub CPU 301 executes update processing of various timer counters used in the sub control board 300 . Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2101 .
In addition, the pachinko machine P according to the present embodiment employs a subtraction timer, and each time the timer interrupt processing of the sub control board 300 is executed, the timer counter is subtracted by 1, and when it reaches 0, the subtraction is stopped. It has become.
At step 2101, the sub CPU 301 analyzes the command stored in the receive buffer of the sub RAM 303 and executes various processes according to the received command. Specifically, in the sub control board 300, when a command is transmitted from the main control board 100, command reception interrupt processing is performed, and the command transmitted from the main control board 100 is stored in the reception buffer. Then, the sub CPU 301 analyzes the command stored in the reception buffer by the command reception interrupt processing. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2102 .

In step 2102, the sub CPU 301 determines whether or not the operation of the effect operation device 9 can be accepted according to the progress of the variable effect being executed, and the operation signals from the rotation operation detection sensor 9c and the pressing operation detection sensor 9d. is input. Then, when an operation signal is input from the rotation operation detection sensor 9c or the pressing operation detection sensor 9d, if the operation of the effect operation device 9 is being accepted, an image indicating that the effect operation device 9 has been operated is displayed. A command is stored in a transmission buffer so as to be transmitted to various control boards such as a control board, a voice control board, and an illumination control board. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2103 .
At step 2103, the sub CPU 301 transmits the command set in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 303 to various control boards such as an image control board, an audio control board, and an illumination control board. Then, the timer interrupt processing of the sub control board 300 ends.

Next, among the command analysis processing in step 2101 described above, the variation command reception processing executed when the variation mode command and the variation pattern command are received will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. As described above, the variation mode command and the variation pattern command are stored in the main control board 100 at step 911 of the variation effect pattern determination process, and then transmitted to the sub control board 300 by the output control process at step 208. .
In step 2200, the sub CPU 301 determines whether the variation mode number corresponding to the received variation mode command is "00H", "01H" or "A1H" (whether or not) is determined. Then, if it is determined that the variation mode number is “00H”, “01H” or “A1H”, the process proceeds to step 2204 . On the other hand, if it is determined that the variation mode number is neither "00H", "01H" or "A1H" (that is, the variation mode number is "02H" or "A2H"), the process proceeds to the next step 2201.
At step 2201, the sub CPU 301 confirms the contents stored in a predetermined storage area of the sub RAM 303, and determines whether or not the mode of the most recently executed advanced pattern is stored. Then, if it is determined that the mode is stored, the process proceeds to step 2203 . On the other hand, if it is determined that the aspect is not stored, the process proceeds to the next step 2202 .

At step 2202, the sub CPU 301 selects table B. FIG. Then, go to step 2205 .
Further, the sub CPU 301 selects the table C in step 2203 to which the sub CPU 301 proceeds when it is determined in step 2201 that the mode of the developed pattern executed most recently is stored. Then, go to step 2205 .

Further, the sub CPU 301 selects table A in step 2204 to which the process proceeds when it is determined in step 2200 that the variation mode number is "00H", "01H" or "A1H". Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2205 .
At step 2205, the sub CPU 301 acquires the variable effect random number updated at step 2001 described above. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2206 .

In step 2206, the sub CPU 301 determines the variation effect determination table 121 selected in step 2202, step 2203 or step 2204 described above, the variation effect random number obtained in step 2201 described above, the variation mode number corresponding to the received variation mode command, and The aspect of the variation performance is determined based on the variation pattern number corresponding to the variation pattern command and, when the table C is selected, based on the aspect of the developed pattern executed most recently. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2207 .
In step 2207, the sub CPU 301 sets a variable effect execution command corresponding to the determined variable effect mode in the transmission buffer. The variable performance execution command set here is transmitted to various control boards in the above-described step 2104, and these control boards perform control to execute the variable performance based on the received variable performance execution command. It will happen. For example, if a mode of displaying a development effect image of the same kind as the development effect image displayed in the most recently executed development pattern is determined as the mode of the current variable effect, a display notifying that fact is displayed. , and the control for executing the variable production is performed according to the aspect. Then, the process proceeds to the next step 2208 .

At step 2208, the sub CPU 301 determines whether or not a developed pattern has been determined at step 2206 described above. Then, when it is determined that the pattern with development is not determined, the variation command reception processing is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the pattern with development has been determined, the process proceeds to the next step 2209 .
At step 2209 , sub CPU 301 stores the mode of the developed pattern determined at step 2206 in a predetermined storage area of sub RAM 303 . If the mode of the pattern with development has already been stored in the storage area, the content of the storage is updated to the mode of the development pattern determined in step 2206 described above. As a result, it is possible to grasp the aspect of the pattern with development executed most recently. Then, the variation command reception processing ends.

Next, a modification of the above embodiment will be described.
Control of the variable effect in the above-described embodiment (control to determine the mode of the variable effect this time in consideration of the mode of the variable effect by the pattern with the most recent development, and to the effect that the same type of development effect image is displayed The control to notify) was supposed to be performed for the variable production based on the first special random number in the normal game state (non-time-saving game state), but it is not limited to this, and in the normal game state A variable production based on the second special random number, and a variable production based on the first special random number and the second special random number in the high probability time saving gaming state (time saving gaming state) may be executed as targets.
By doing so, the chances of performing the variable effect control as described above are increased, so that the player's interest can be further enhanced.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, when a developing effect image of the same type as the most recently displayed developing effect image is displayed, the fact is notified. It is not limited to the case where the same kind of development effect image is displayed.
For example, the notification as described above may be executed in a notice effect which is executed separately from the variable effect and suggests the degree of expectation that the ready-to-win display will be performed or the degree of expectation of winning the jackpot. Specifically, in the present announcement effect, when the announcement effect image of the same kind as the announcement effect image displayed in the latest announcement effect is displayed, it may be notified to that effect.
Also, for example, in the suspension change effect that changes the display mode of the suspension display that notifies that the first special random number or the second special random number has been acquired and the suspension storage has been performed, the notification as described above is performed. good too. Specifically, in the current pending change effect, when the display mode of the pending display is changed by the same type of change mode as the change mode executed in the most recent pending change effect, that effect is notified. may
Also, for example, in the prefetch effect that is started before the execution of the variable effect based on the acquired first special random number or the second special random number and suggests the result of the jackpot lottery based on the random number, the notification as described above may be executed. Specifically, in the current look-ahead performance, when displaying a look-ahead performance image of the same kind as the look-ahead performance image displayed in the most recent look-ahead performance, the effect may be notified.
In addition, the notification as described above may be executed during one variation performance. For example, if the display of the development effect image is set to be performed a plurality of times during one variation effect, the development effect image of the same type as the previously displayed development effect image is displayed after that during the variation effect. You may make it alert|report to that effect when it displays on .
By doing so, the chances of receiving the notification as described above are increased, so that the interest of the player can be enhanced.

In addition, in the above-described embodiment, once stored in a predetermined storage area of the sub-RAM 303, the mode of the variation effect based on the most recently executed pattern with development is not cleared unless the pattern is reset. Even if it takes a large number of fluctuations after the variable performance is executed until the next variable performance by the development pattern is executed, the above-mentioned notification is performed. It is not limited to this.
For example, when a predetermined number of times of variation is performed or when a predetermined period of time elapses after the variable performance by the development pattern is performed, the variable performance mode stored in the predetermined storage area of the sub RAM 303 is cleared. You may make it Further, even when a predetermined time elapses from the end of the variable performance to the start of the next variable performance, the mode of the variable performance stored in the predetermined storage area of the sub RAM 303 may be cleared. good.
By doing so, when a large number of fluctuations are required or when a long time has passed from the execution of the variable performance by the pattern with development to the next execution of the variable performance by the pattern with development Therefore, it is possible to prevent a situation in which the player is given a sense of incongruity in the performance by displaying the same kind of development performance image and notifying the effect.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, the above notification is performed by performing a predetermined display on the display section of the effect display device 21, but the manner of notification is not limited to this. Alternatively, the above notification may be made by outputting a predetermined voice (for example, a voice saying "Revenge"), lighting a lamp in a predetermined manner, or the like.
Further, the above notification may be made in a different manner each time the number of times the same type of development effect image is displayed in succession increases.
By doing so, the variation of the above-mentioned notification is increased, so that the interest of the player can be enhanced.
It should be noted that the modifications described above can be configured in combination with each other as far as possible.

Further, the effect in which the development effect image is displayed during the reach development effect of the variable effect in the above-described embodiment corresponds to the suggestive effect of the present invention. Also, the sub CPU 301 that executes the display of the development effect image by the processing of step 2207 in the above-described embodiment corresponds to the suggestive effect executing means of the present invention. Further, the manner in which the image A is displayed, the manner in which the image B is displayed, and the manner in which the image C is displayed correspond to suggested embodiments of the present invention. Further, the effect of notifying that the same type of development effect image has been displayed in the above-described embodiment corresponds to the same mode notification effect of the present invention. Further, the sub CPU 301 that executes the notification that the same type of development effect image has been displayed by the processing of step 2207 in the above-described embodiment corresponds to the notification effect executing means of the present invention. Also, the pachinko machine P in the above embodiment corresponds to the gaming machine of the present invention. Further, the main CPU 101 that executes the process of step 805 in the above embodiment corresponds to special game execution determining means of the present invention. Also, the sub CPU 301 that executes the variable effect by the process of step 2207 in the above embodiment corresponds to the variable effect executing means of the present invention. Also, the chance-up development pattern in the above-described embodiment corresponds to a specific notification mode of the present invention. Also, the normal development pattern in the above-described embodiment corresponds to a notification mode different from the specific notification mode of the present invention.

P pachinko machine 21 effect display device 100 main control board 101 main CPU
102 Main ROM
103 Main RAM
300 sub control board 301 sub CPU
302 sub-ROM
303 sub-RAM

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special game execution determining means for determining whether or not to execute a special game advantageous to the player based on the establishment of a predetermined starting condition;
a suggestion effect execution means capable of executing a suggestion effect for suggesting a predetermined content,
The suggestive effect executing means is set to be able to execute the suggestive effect in one of a plurality of suggestive modes,
When executing the suggestive effect in the same kind of suggestive mode as the suggested mode of the executed suggestive effect, it is possible to execute a notification effect for giving a predetermined notification,
A gaming machine that executes a variable effect that notifies the determination result as to whether or not the special game can be executed in a predetermined notification mode,
The suggestion effect execution means is
The suggestive effect can be executed during the execution of the variable effect, and it is possible to specify that the execution of the variable effect or the non-execution of the special game is determined to inform that the execution of the special game is determined. When the suggestive effect is executed during the execution of the variable effect notified by the notification mode, the suggestive effect is executed in the same type of suggestive effect as the suggestive effect of the most recently executed suggestive effect before the variable effect. When the suggestive effect is executed during the execution of the variable effect in which the fact that the non-execution of the special game is determined is notified in a notification mode different from the specific notification mode, the suggestive effect is performed before the variable effect. A gaming machine characterized in that the suggestive effect is executed in a suggestive mode different from the suggestive mode of the suggestive effect executed most recently.

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