JP7444499B2 - gaming machine - Google Patents

Description

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

Conventionally, in a pachinko game machine, which is an example of a game machine, for example, as described in Patent Document 1 below, after displaying a fluctuating effect pattern (decorative pattern) in the middle right of the left, it is determined whether or not it is a jackpot. In a variable production that stops and displays in a manner that shows the result, the medium production pattern may be temporarily stopped at a special production pattern that suggests the subsequent production development (for example, the type of enemy character in the battle reach that is the development destination). Gaming machines are known.

Patent No. 7054189

However, the production method that suggests the subsequent production development by stopping a special production pattern, such as the one described in Patent Document 1 mentioned above, is now often seen, and There is still room for improvement in providing entertainment to players through presentation.

The gaming machine of the present invention includes:
After performing a first performance of displaying a decorative pattern in a predetermined manner, it is possible to perform a specific performance of performing a second performance that can derive a specific result or a non-specific result,
The decorative pattern includes a first specific decorative pattern that suggests that the non-specific result is likely to be derived , and a second specific decorative pattern that has a lower rate of deriving the non-specific result than the first specific decorative pattern. , a plurality of types including a non-specific decorative pattern in which the non-specific result is derived at a lower rate than the second specific decorative pattern ,
a specific production mode in which the decorative pattern includes a predetermined number of the first specific decorative patterns and a specific number of the second specific decorative patterns ; It can be set to a non-specific production mode that includes a pattern and a number of the second specific decorative patterns smaller than the specific number ,
Whether in the first specific production mode or the second specific production mode, the number of the non-specific decorative patterns included in the decorative pattern does not change,
The gaming machine is characterized in that the specific performance is executed in the specific performance mode and the specific performance is executed in the non-specific performance mode.

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

It is a front view of a pachinko game machine in a basic form. It is a front view of a game board unit. It is a front view showing the second grand prize winning device etc. in detail. It is a front view of display devices. (A) is a front view of the performance unit when the above-board movable device and the under-board movable device are in standby state, and (B) is a front view of the performance unit when the above-board movable device and the under-board movable device are activated. It is a front view. FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing the electrical configuration of the main control board. FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing the electrical configuration of a sub-control board. FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing the back side of the gaming machine. It is a front view showing a 7-segment display. (A) is a table showing random numbers related to general drawings, and (B) is a table showing random numbers related to special drawings. (A) is an example of a hit determination table, (B) is an example of a regular pattern fluctuation pattern determination table, and (C) is an example of an auxiliary game control table. (A) is an example of a jackpot determination table, (B) is an example of a jackpot symbol type determination table, and (C) is an example of a reach determination table. This is an example of a special figure 1 variation pattern determination table. This is an example of a special figure 2 variation pattern determination table. This is an example of a look-ahead determination table. This is an example of a jackpot game control table. It is an explanatory diagram of a gaming state. It is an explanatory diagram showing a concrete example of production mode. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of normal variation of special figure variation performance. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of N reach of the special figure variation effect. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of SP reach of the special figure variation effect. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of a hold performance. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a movable body effect. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of operation performance. It is a flowchart of main control main processing. 3 is a flowchart of main side timer interrupt processing. It is a flowchart of sub-control main processing. It is a flowchart of 1ms timer interrupt processing. It is a flowchart of 10ms timer interrupt processing. It is a jackpot symbol type determination table related to the pachinko gaming machine of the first embodiment. It is a special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table in a high probability high base game state. (A) It is a table for explaining the production symbols in the first probability variable production mode. (B) It is a table for explaining the production symbols in the second variable probability production mode. It is a figure which shows the specific example of the production pattern in the 1st probability variable production mode. It is a figure which shows the specific example of the production pattern in the 2nd probability variable production mode. (A) It is a reach symbol determination table in the first probability variable production mode. (B) It is a reach symbol determination table in the second probability variable production mode. It is a special figure 2 look-ahead determination table in a high probability high base game state. This is a lottery table for a chance zone performance in a high-probability, high-base game state. It is a diagram showing a specific example of a variable performance in a high probability high base gaming state, and is a diagram showing the process until a reach is formed. FIG. 7 is a diagram illustrating a specific example of a battle reach in which an ally character makes a preemptive attack. FIG. 7 is a diagram showing a specific example of a battle reach in which a normal enemy character attacks. FIG. 6 is a diagram illustrating a specific example of a battle reach in which an ally character performs a counter attack against an attack by a normal enemy character. FIG. 7 is a diagram showing a specific example of a battle reach in which a strong enemy character attacks. FIG. 7 is a diagram illustrating a specific example of a battle reach in which an ally character performs a counter attack against an attack by a strong enemy character. It is a diagram showing a specific example of a chance zone effect. 45 is a diagram showing a specific example of chance zone production, and is a diagram showing a continuation of FIG. 44. FIG. It is a special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table in a low probability low base gaming state related to the pachinko gaming machine of the second embodiment. It is a fluctuation performance pattern determination table related to special drawing 1 in a low probability low base gaming state. This is an execution lottery table for a reach establishment challenge production. It is a diagram showing a specific example of a reach establishment challenge performance. 49 is a diagram illustrating a specific example of a reach establishment challenge production, and is a diagram illustrating a continuation of FIG. 49. FIG. It is a diagram showing a specific example of a development performance performed when a reach is formed in a variable performance and develops into a battle performance. FIG. 6 is a diagram illustrating a specific example of a battle performance in which a main character who has not transformed and an enemy character A engage in a battle. FIG. 6 is a diagram illustrating a specific example of a battle performance in which a main character who has not transformed and an enemy character B engage in a battle. FIG. 6 is a diagram showing a specific example of a battle production in which a transformed main character and an enemy character X engage in a battle. FIG. 6 is a diagram showing a specific example of a battle performance in which a transformed main character and an enemy character Y engage in a battle. It is a front view of the game board unit concerning the pachinko game machine of 3rd embodiment. These are various tables related to normal symbols in the pachinko game machine of the third embodiment, (A) is a hit determination table, (B) is an auxiliary game control table, and (C) is a regular symbol fluctuation pattern determination table. Yes, and (D) is a general figure pre-reading determination table. It is a diagram showing a specific example of a roulette performance based on a normal symbol lottery. It is a special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table in a low probability non-time saving state. It is a special figure 1 pre-reading determination table in a low probability non-time saving state. This is an execution lottery table for a character gathering performance based on a look-ahead determination. This is a set character number determination table for determining the number of characters to collect in a character collection performance. This is an execution lottery table for a roulette effect based on a special symbol lottery. It is a diagram showing a specific example of a roulette performance based on a special symbol lottery. It is a table for explaining prohibitions on roulette performance in a low probability non-time saving state. It is a diagram showing a specific example of character gathering performance. It is a diagram showing a specific example of a character preview performance using characters assembled in a character gathering performance and a performance of an introduction part of SP reach. It is a figure which shows the specific example of 3rd SP reach (ballet dance reach). It is a figure which shows the specific example of 2nd SP reach (cooperation valley reach). It is a figure showing a specific example of the 1st SP reach (one person valley reach).

Embodiments of the gaming machine of the present invention will be specifically described below with reference to the drawings. In each referenced figure, the same parts and structures that perform the same role are designated by the same reference numerals, and redundant explanations will be omitted in principle. In this specification, in order to simplify the description, by writing a symbol or code that refers to information, a signal, a physical quantity, a member, etc., the name of the information, signal, physical quantity, member, etc. for the symbol or code may be omitted or abbreviated. There are things to do. Furthermore, in any flowchart described below, the execution order of a plurality of processes in any plurality of steps can be arbitrarily changed or executed in parallel within a range that does not cause inconsistency in the processing contents.

In this specification, regarding gaming machines, the conventional general configuration will first be explained as the basic form of pachinko gaming machine PY1, and then the characteristic configurations (characteristic parts) will be explained from the basic form of pachinko gaming machine PY1 to The pachinko gaming machine of the n-th embodiment (n is an integer of 1 or more) will be described with a focus on the changed parts. For this reason, the configuration explained before the section ``7. Pachinko game machine of the first embodiment'' may also be explained after the section ``7. Pachinko game machine of the first embodiment''. In this case, it is assumed that the pachinko gaming machine of each embodiment is configured as described in the section "7. Pachinko gaming machine of the first embodiment" and thereafter.

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

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

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

A first input device (hereinafter referred to as "normal button") 40 that can be pressed down is provided on the upper surface of the lower decorative body 36 in front of the upper plate 34 . In addition, a second input device (hereinafter referred to as a "special button") 41 that can be pressed downward is provided on the right decorative body 32 that is formed to protrude forward from the right edge of the surface of the front frame 23m. . The normal button 40 is configured to be able to vibrate. That is, the normal button 40 has a built-in vibration mechanism for vibrating the normal button 40, and when the vibration motor included in this vibration mechanism is driven, the normal button 40 vibrates to the extent that the player can visually see it. 40 is now vibrating. Note that a known configuration can be appropriately adopted as a vibration mechanism for vibrating the normal button 40. The normal button 40 is an example of an operation section and also an example of a vibrating body.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Note that it is possible to provide only one of the first grand prize device 14D and the second grand prize device 15D within a range that does not interfere with the game. Further, depending on the gameplay, it is possible to provide a configuration in which two grand prize devices without a specific area or distribution device, such as the first grand prize device 14D, are provided. In addition, although the first grand prize winning device 14D and the second grand prize winning device 15D are provided, depending on the gameplay, it is possible to use only the first grand prize winning device 14D or only the second grand prize winning device 15D. It is possible to use In addition, when the configuration is such that only the first grand prize winning device 14D is used, the processing related to the second grand prize winning device 15D is not performed, and when the configuration is made that only the second grand prize winning device 15D is used, , it is assumed that no processing is performed regarding the first grand prize winning device 14D.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The image display device 50 is configured with a 3D liquid crystal display having a predetermined screen size, and includes a display section (display screen) 50a that can display a 3D image. Note that the image display device 50 may be any other display device, such as one configured with a plurality of liquid crystal displays or an EL (Electro Luminescence) display, as long as it is capable of displaying images. It's okay.

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

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

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

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

Furthermore, the pachinko game machine PY1 includes a power supply board 190. The power supply board 190 supplies power to the main control board 100, sub-control board 120, and payout control board 170, and also supplies necessary power to other devices via these boards. The power supply board 190 is provided with a RAM clear switch 191 that can be pressed down. When the power is turned on, the RAM clear switch 191 (specific operation means) clears game information stored in the gaming RAM 104 of the gaming control microcomputer 101 (described later) (for example, information on gaming states such as high probability states, the number of special symbols on hold). This is for clearing (hereinafter referred to as "RAM clear") the gaming CPU 102 (hereinafter referred to as "RAM clear"). As shown in FIG. 8, the RAM clear switch 191 is provided on a power supply board 190 placed on the back side of the pachinko game machine PY1. Therefore, the RAM clear switch 191 cannot be operated unless the person is an employee of the game parlor who can open and close the front door 23. That is, the RAM clear switch 191 can be said to be an operating means that cannot be operated by the player. When the RAM clear switch 191 is pressed, a detection signal indicating that the RAM clear switch 191 is ON is input to the game control microcomputer 101. In this embodiment, the RAM clear switch 191 is provided on the power supply board 190, but the location of the RAM clear switch 191 can be changed as appropriate. For example, it may be provided on the main control board 100 or a dedicated board. It's okay.

A backup power supply circuit 192 is provided on the power supply board 190. The backup power supply circuit 192 supplies power to a gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100 and a production RAM 124 of the sub-control board 120, which will be described later, when power is not supplied to the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Therefore, the information stored in the gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100 and the performance RAM 124 of the sub-control board 120 is retained even when the power is cut off to the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Further, a power switch 193 is connected to the power supply board 190. The ON/OFF operation of the power switch 193 switches the power on/off. In addition, the main control board 100 may be provided with a backup power circuit for the gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100, or the sub-control board 120 may be provided with a backup power circuit for the performance RAM 124 of the sub-control board 120.

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

The gaming ROM 103 stores programs for performing main control main processing, main side timer interrupt processing, etc., which will be described later. In addition, the gaming ROM 103 includes a jackpot determination table, a jackpot symbol type determination table, a reach determination table, a special pattern fluctuation pattern determination table, a look-ahead determination table, a jackpot game control table, a hit determination table, and a regular pattern fluctuation pattern determination table, which will be described later. , auxiliary game control table, etc. are stored. Note that the game ROM 103 may be externally attached.

Further, the gaming RAM 104 is provided with the above-mentioned special symbol reservation storage section 105, regular symbol reservation storage section 106, and the like. Further, the gaming RAM 104 is provided with a non-erasable storage section 107, and the non-erasable storage section 107 is provided with a total prize ball number storage section 107a, a total fired ball number storage section 107b, and a difference ball number storage section 107c. It is being In the non-erasable storage section 107, even if RAM clear is executed, the gaming CPU 102 does not erase the stored contents.

The game control microcomputer 101 counts the total number of prize balls at any time after being powered on, and information on the counted total number of prize balls is stored in the total number of prize balls storage section 107a. The total number of prize balls is the number of prize balls that the player obtains (is paid out to the player) in all gaming states (normal playing state, jackpot playing state, high probability high base state, low probability high base state, etc.) It is. Moreover, the game control microcomputer 101 counts the total number of fired balls at any time after the power is turned on, and information on the counted total number of fired balls is stored in the total number of fired balls storage section 107b. The total number of balls fired is the number of balls fired by the player in all game states. The game control microcomputer 101 calculates the number of difference balls by subtracting the total number of fired balls from the total number of prize balls at any time after the power is turned on, and the information on the calculated difference number of balls is the number of difference balls. It is stored in the storage unit 107c. The game control microcomputer 101 disables the game on the condition that the number of difference balls (an example of a specific measurement number) is equal to or greater than a reference number (for example, "80000"). This function is called an over-prized ball prevention function. The over-winning ball prevention function may be activated in response to the maximum number of differential balls (sometimes referred to as maximum number of balls, MY, etc.) reaching a predetermined reference number. The maximum number of difference balls is the difference between the minimum number of difference balls, which is the lowest value of the number of difference balls measured, and the peak (highest value) of the number of difference balls after the minimum number of difference balls is measured. In this case, the maximum difference number of balls corresponds to the specific measurement number.

The main control board 100 is also provided with a 7-segment display 300, a setting key cylinder 180, and a special reset switch 181 (special operation means) (see FIG. 8). As shown in FIG. 9, the 7-segment display 300 is a so-called 4-segment 7-segment display, and includes a total of 32 lighting (light-emitting) parts. Specifically, the 7-segment display 300 includes, in order from left to right, a first display area 310, a second display area 320, a third display area 330, and a fourth display area 340. The four display areas 310, 320, 330, and 340 each have eight lighting parts (LED elements) LB1 to LB8, LB9 to LB16, so that they can each represent numbers from "0" to "9". It has LB17 to LB24 and LB25 to LB32. Display control of the 7-segment display 300 is performed by a game control microcomputer 101.

The setting key cylinder 180 functions as an operating means when setting a setting value corresponding to the jackpot determination probability. The interior of the setting key cylinder 180 is rotated between an initial position and a rotational position with a setting key (not shown) inserted therein. Therefore, in this pachinko game machine PY1, by rotating the setting key cylinder 180 to the rotation position and turning on the power while pressing and operating the RAM clear switch 191, the machine shifts to a setting mode in which setting values can be set. can do. In this setting mode, the setting value can be set to "1". However, in this pachinko gaming machine PY1, only one type of setting value, "1", is provided. Therefore, the set value cannot be changed from "1". Note that when the setting mode is set, if the setting key cylinder 180 is rotated from the rotation position to the standby position, the setting mode is ended and RAM clear is executed.

The main control board 100 is also provided with a special reset switch 181 that can be pressed down. As shown in FIG. 8, the special reset switch 181 is provided on the main control board 100 placed on the back side of the pachinko game machine PY1. Therefore, the special reset switch 181 cannot be operated unless the person is an employee of the gaming hall who can open and close the front door 23. That is, the special reset switch 181 can be said to be an operating means that cannot be operated by the player. The function of the special reset switch 181 will be explained in detail later. Furthermore, a gaming I/O (Input/Output) port section 118 for inputting and outputting data and signals is mounted on the main control board 100.

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

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

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

Although not shown in FIG. 6, the various sensors MS include an outlet sensor that detects all the game balls (total number of shot balls) flowing down the game area 6. Here, the game balls that have flowed down to the outside of the game area 6 are discharged to the outside of the pachinko game machine PY1 through a discharge path (not shown) provided at the lower part of the game board mounting frame 2A. Therefore, the discharge port sensor is provided within the discharge path. Further, the various sensors MS include a magnetic sensor that detects illegal magnetism. The magnetic sensor detects the magnetism generated when a player uses a magnet or the like to illegally enter a game ball into various winning holes 10, 11, 12, 14, and 15. When each of the above-mentioned sensors detects a game ball, it outputs a signal to the main control board 100 according to the detected content.

Further, the various sensors MS include a front door open sensor that detects opening of the front door 23 to the outer frame 22, and a front frame sensor that detects opening of the front frame 23m to the game board mounting frame 2A. . When the front door open sensor detects that the front door 23 is opened, it outputs a signal to the main control board 100 according to the detected content. When the front frame sensor detects the opening of the front frame 23m, it outputs a signal according to the detected content to the main control board 100. Note that the type and number of sensors connected to the main control board 100 can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Further, the payout control board 170 is connected to the external terminal board 160. That is, the external terminal board 160 is connected to the main control board 100 via the payout control board 170. The external terminal board 160 is for transmitting an outer end signal transmitted from the main control board 100 to an external unit GU (data counter, hall computer, etc.) provided outside the pachinko gaming machine PY1. The information included in the outer end signal includes, for example, information indicating whether a jackpot has been won, information on the gaming status, and information indicating an error or fraud (abnormality). Although the external terminal board 160 transmits the outer end signal to the external unit GU by parallel communication, the outer end signal may be transmitted by asynchronous serial communication (common asynchronous serial communication port). Furthermore, although the main control board 100 is connected to the external terminal board 160 via the payout control board 170, the main control board 100 may be connected to the external terminal board 160 via a board other than the payout control board 170 (for example, a relay board). Alternatively, the main control board 100 and the external terminal board 160 may be directly connected.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The various actuators SA connected to the sub-control board 120 include an on-board drive motor 55 m that drives the on-board movable device 55 , an under-board drive motor 56 m that drives the under-board movable device 56 , and a bottom drive motor 56 m that drives the frame moving device 58 . It includes a frame drive motor 58m, etc. The performance control microcomputer 121 can drive these motors and cause each movable device to perform a predetermined operation. In detail, the performance control microcomputer 121 creates operation pattern data that determines the operation mode of each movable device, and controls the operation of each movable device via the lamp control circuit 151. It is also assumed that a vibration motor (not shown) for vibrating the normal button 40 is also connected to the sub-control board 120. Note that the type and number of actuators connected to the sub-control board 120 can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

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

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

3. Main games played by the gaming machine Next, main games played by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained using FIGS. 10 to 17. In addition, when a table different from each table shown in FIGS. 10 to 17 is shown in the explanation after "7. Pachinko gaming machine of the first embodiment" described later, that table is For configurations that do not show another table, it is assumed that the table shown here is used.

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

When the pachinko game machine PY1 performs a series of games such as this (general drawing lottery, variable display of general drawings, auxiliary game), the pachinko game machine PY1 obtains general drawing related random numbers when the general drawing starting condition is established. As shown in FIG. 10(A), the acquired ordinary symbol-related random numbers include ordinary symbol random numbers. The normal symbol random number is a random number for determining a hit. Random numbers are also called judgment information. A range is appropriately set for the random number.

3-1-1. Win Judgment The win judgment is a judgment for determining whether or not there is a win (whether or not to execute the auxiliary game) according to the hit judgment table as shown in FIG. 11(A). The hit determination table is associated with a gaming state that will be described later. That is, the hit determination table includes a hit determination table used in the non-time-saving state (non-time-saving hit determination table) and a hit determination table used in the time-saving state (time-saving hit determination table). In each hit determination table, determination values of normal symbol random numbers (normal symbol random number values) are assigned to hits and losses that are the results of the hit determination. Therefore, the pachinko game machine PY1 determines whether it is a hit or a loss by determining the acquired normal symbol random number according to the hit determination table. Then, based on the result of the hit determination, a normal pattern variation pattern is determined for variable display of the normal pattern. If the result of the hit determination is a hit, basically the winning symbol is stopped and displayed in the variable display of the common symbol. On the other hand, if the result of the hit determination is a loss, basically the losing common map is stopped and displayed in the variable display of the common symbol. Note that the winning probability can be changed as appropriate. Furthermore, the hit determination table does not need to be divided for each gaming state.

3-1-2. Ordinary figure fluctuation The ordinary figure fluctuation pattern determination is a determination for determining the ordinary figure fluctuation pattern according to the ordinary figure fluctuation pattern determination table as shown in FIG. 11(B). The ordinary figure fluctuation pattern is identification information regarding predetermined matters related to variable display of ordinary figures, such as ordinary figure fluctuation time.

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

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

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

The elements constituting the auxiliary game (auxiliary game component) include various elements such as the number of times the electric chew 12D is opened and the opening time for each opening. Each of these elements is associated with a gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state). Pachinko game machine PY1 controls the auxiliary game according to the auxiliary game control table as shown in FIG. 11(C) based on the game state (non-time saving state/time saving state). The auxiliary game control table is associated with a game state (non-time saving state/time saving state). Each auxiliary game control table stores auxiliary game components. Note that the number of openings and opening time for each of these elements can be changed as appropriate.

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

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

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

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

Pachinko game machine PY1 acquires a special pattern-related random number when a starting condition is established in order to play a series of games (special pattern drawing, variable display of special pattern, jackpot game, and setting of gaming state). Perform various judgments regarding random numbers. As shown in FIG. 10(B), the special pattern related random numbers to be acquired include special pattern random numbers (jackpot random numbers), pattern type random numbers, reach random numbers, and special pattern fluctuation pattern random numbers. The special symbol random number is a random number for determining a jackpot. The symbol type random number is a random number for performing jackpot symbol type determination (winning symbol type determination). The reach random number is a random number for determining reach. The special symbol variation pattern random number is a random number for determining the variation pattern of the special symbol. Random numbers are also called judgment information. Each random number has an appropriate range.

3-2-1. Jackpot Judgment Jackpot Judgment is a judgment for determining whether or not it is a jackpot (whether or not to execute a jackpot game) according to a jackpot judgment table as shown in FIG. 12(A). The jackpot determination table is associated with the gaming state, specifically whether it is a normal probability state or a high probability state. That is, the jackpot determination table includes a jackpot determination table used in the normal probability state (normal probability jackpot determination table) and a jackpot determination table used in the high probability state (high probability jackpot determination table).

In each jackpot determination table, special symbol random number determination values (special symbol random number values) are assigned to jackpots and losses that are the results of the jackpot determination. The pachinko game machine PY1 determines whether it is a jackpot or a loss by determining the acquired special symbol random number according to the jackpot determination table. As shown in FIG. 12(A), the high probability jackpot determination table has more special symbol random number determination values that are determined to be a jackpot than the normal probability jackpot determination table. Furthermore, the probability of winning a jackpot can be changed as appropriate. In addition, if the configuration is such that a small win can be won, the small win can be included in the result of the jackpot determination.

3-2-2. Jackpot symbol type determination (hit symbol type determination)
The jackpot symbol type determination is a determination for determining the type of jackpot symbol (jackpot symbol type) according to the jackpot symbol type determination table as shown in FIG. 12(B) when the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot. Each type of jackpot symbol is associated with the content of the jackpot, in other words, the constituent elements of the jackpot consisting of game benefits given to the player.

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

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

For example, as shown in FIG. 12(B), the distribution ratio of the jackpot symbol type based on the jackpot symbol type determination for special symbol 1 is set to 50% for jackpot symbol A and 50% for jackpot symbol B, and for special symbol 2. It is possible for the jackpot symbol C to make the distribution rate of the jackpot symbol type 100% based on the jackpot symbol type determination. In this way, the jackpot symbol type is determined in the special drawing 1 lottery, which is held when a game ball enters the first starting opening 11, and the special drawing 2 drawing, which is held when a gaming ball enters the second starting opening 12. It is possible to have different fractions. In addition, in the case of a configuration in which it is possible to win a small hit, the type of the small winning symbol can be determined at the time of winning a small hit. The winning symbol type determination includes determining the type of jackpot symbol and determining the type of small winning symbol. It is assumed that the determination of the type of the small winning symbol is also performed using the symbol type random number, similar to the determination of the type of the jackpot symbol.

3-2-3. Reach Judgment Reach judgment is used to determine whether or not to generate a reach in the special figure variation effect described later, in accordance with the reach judgment table as shown in FIG. 12 (C) when the result of the jackpot judgment is a loss. It is a judgment.

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

In each reach determination table, the reach random number determination value (reach random value) is assigned to the reach determination results, ``with reach (reach occurs)'' and ``no reach (reach does not occur)''. . Therefore, the pachinko game machine PY1 determines whether there is a reach or not (whether or not to generate a reach) by determining the obtained reach random number according to the reach determination table. As shown in FIG. 12(C), the number of reach random values that are determined as "reach exists (reach occurs)" is different between the non-time-saving reach determination table and the time-saving reach determination table. Note that the probability of determining that there is a reach can be changed as appropriate. In the following, "with reach" (which causes reach), which is performed on the assumption that the result of the jackpot determination is "loss", is referred to as "reach with reach", and "without reach (which does not cause reach)". This is sometimes referred to as a "no-reach loss."

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

The special pattern variation pattern determination table is the type of special symbol that displays a variable display that is subject to judgment (special pattern 1/special pattern 2), in other words, the starting opening where the winning that is the cause of the special pattern variation pattern determination is made. (first starting port 11/second starting port 12). That is, the special figure variation pattern judgment table includes a special figure variation pattern judgment table (special figure 1 variation pattern judgment table: Figure 13) used when performing the variable display of special figure 1, and a variable display of special figure 2. There is a special figure variation pattern determination table (special figure 2 variation pattern determination table: FIG. 14) used when performing this. In addition, it is not necessary to divide the special symbol variation pattern determination table according to the type of special symbol (special symbol 1/special symbol 2).

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

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

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

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

Further, each special figure variation pattern is associated with a production flow of a special figure variation production as shown in the second column from the right in the table of FIGS. 13 to 14. Note that it is not necessary to associate the production flow of the special symbol variation performance with the special symbol variation pattern.

In addition, as shown in the rightmost column of the tables in Figures 13 and 14, the special pattern fluctuation pattern can be called by a name associated with the special pattern (jackpot determination result) and the production content of the special pattern fluctuation performance. be. For example, a special pattern variation pattern related to a jackpot is called a "jackpot variation," and a special pattern variation pattern related to a loss is called a "loss variation." Among the jackpot fluctuations, the special pattern fluctuation pattern in which SP reach, which is a type of reach, is performed is called "SP jackpot fluctuation", and the special pattern fluctuation pattern in which L reach is performed is "L jackpot fluctuation". A special pattern variation pattern in which the special pattern variation effect ends at N reach is called "N jackpot variation", and a special pattern variation pattern in which doubles are aligned as soon as the reach is established is called "immediate jackpot variation". To tell. On the other hand, a special pattern variation pattern in which SP reach, which is a type of reach, is performed in a loss with reach is called "SP loss variation", and a special pattern variation pattern in which L reach, which is a type of reach, is performed. is called "L loss variation", and the special symbol variation pattern where the special symbol variation performance ends with N reach, which is a type of reach, is called "N loss variation", and the special symbol variation pattern related to no reach loss is called "N loss variation". It is called "normal loss fluctuation." There are three types of normal loss fluctuations (normal A loss fluctuations, normal B loss fluctuations, and normal C loss fluctuations) with different variation times. In addition, a special figure variation pattern related to a no-reach loss and a special figure variation pattern with a shorter variation time than a "normal loss variation" is referred to as a "shortened loss variation". There are two types of shortening loss fluctuations with different variation times (shortening A loss fluctuations and shortening B loss fluctuations). In addition, when SP jackpot and SP loss fluctuation are collectively referred to as SP fluctuation or SP reach fluctuation.

3-2-5. Pre-reading Judgment Pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs pre-reading judgment according to the pre-reading judgment table as shown in FIG. 15, based on the acquired special figure related random numbers. The look-ahead determination is performed before the jackpot determination (specifically, for example, when winning a prize in the starting slot). The look-ahead determination includes, for example, determining whether the special symbol random number is determined to be a jackpot in the jackpot determination, determining which jackpot symbol type the symbol type random number is determined to be in the jackpot symbol type determination, and special symbols. There is a judgment as to which special pattern variation pattern the variation pattern random number is determined to be in the special pattern variation pattern determination. The pre-reading determination table is associated with the type of starting opening (first starting opening 11/second starting opening 12) related to the starting winning prize. That is, the look-ahead determination table includes a look-ahead decision table for winning in the first starting opening 11 (first looking ahead judging table) and a look-ahead deciding table for winning in the second starting opening 12 (second looking ahead judging table). There is. Since the first starting port 11 is the starting port that triggers the lottery of the special drawing 1, the first pre-reading determination table can also be called the special drawing 1 pre-reading determination table. Further, since the second starting port 12 is the starting port that triggers the lottery of the special drawing 2, the second pre-reading determination table can also be called the special drawing 2 pre-reading determination table. Note that the pre-reading determination table does not need to be divided according to the type of starting port (first starting port 11/second starting port 12). In addition, a starting prize is a winning in the starting opening.

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

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

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

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

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

The jackpot game A shown in FIG. 16 is executed when the type of the winning jackpot symbol is the jackpot symbol A (see FIG. 12(B)), and the jackpot game B is executed when the type of the winning jackpot symbol is the jackpot symbol. B, and the jackpot game C can be executed when the type of the winning jackpot symbol is jackpot symbol C.

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

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

The distribution member 16k is controlled in a constant operating manner (that is, the specific area 16 is controlled in a constant opening/closing manner). For example, the distribution solenoid 16s is energized for 15 seconds after the second big prize opening 15 starts opening, and the distribution member 16k is controlled to the second state (FIG. 3(B)). Therefore, in a round game in which the second big prize opening 15 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds, the opening time and timing of the second big prize opening 15, the time and the period during which the distribution member 16k is controlled to the second state. From the relationship with the timing, it is easy for the game ball to pass through the specific area 16 (to cause the game ball to enter the specific area 16). On the other hand, in a round game in which the second big winning hole 15 is opened for a maximum of 0.1 seconds, the opening time and timing of the second big winning hole 15, and the time and timing during which the distribution member 16k is controlled to the second state. Due to the relationship with timing, it is almost impossible (difficult) for the game ball to pass through the specific area 16 (to cause the game ball to enter the specific area 16). In this way, the combination of the fixed operation mode of the distribution member 16k (the fixed opening/closing mode of the specific area 16) and the opening/closing mode of the second big prize opening 15 in the jackpot game allows the game balls to be distributed to the specific area in the jackpot game. It is possible to set the difficulty (ease) of entering 16. Note that the operating mode of the distribution member 16k can be changed as appropriate. When a different operating mode is shown in the following explanation of "7. Pachinko gaming machine of the first embodiment", it is assumed that the operating mode is adopted in the pachinko gaming machine of each embodiment.

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

3-4. Game State Next, the game state will be explained. As shown in FIG. 17, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has "low probability low base gaming state", "low probability high base gaming state", "high probability low base gaming state", "high probability high base gaming state", and " It is possible to set the game state to any one of the "jackpot game state". In addition, "low probability low base gaming state" is referred to as "low probability low base state", "low probability high base gaming state" is referred to as "low probability high base state", and "high probability low base gaming state" is referred to as "high probability". The "low base state" and the "high probability high base gaming state" are sometimes abbreviated as the "high probability high base state," respectively. The gaming states include a state related to the probability of being determined to be a "big hit" in the jackpot determination, and a state related to the ease of opening the electric chew 12D. The former includes a normal probability state and a high probability state. On the other hand, the latter includes a non-time saving state and a time saving state.

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

The non-time saving state is set in a "low probability low base gaming state", "high probability low base gaming state" or "jackpot gaming state". The time saving state is set in the "low probability high base gaming state" or the "high probability high base gaming state", and is a gaming state in which the opening time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game is likely to be longer than in the non-time saving state. It is. For example, in the time saving state, the opening time of the electric chew 12D is longer (for example, 3.0 seconds) than the opening time (for example, 0.08 seconds) of the electric chew 12D in the non-time saving state. In addition, in the time saving state, the special pattern variation pattern judgment is performed according to the special pattern variation pattern judgment table that is set so that the special pattern variation pattern with a short special pattern variation time is selected more often than in the non-time saving state. (See Figures 13-14). As a result, in the time-saving state, the pace at which the reserved special drawings are consumed becomes faster, and effective winnings in the starting opening (winnings that can be stored as reserved special drawings) are more likely to occur. Therefore, players can aim for a jackpot while the game progresses smoothly.

Further, in the time saving state, the normal pattern fluctuation time tends to be shorter than in the non-time saving state. For example, in the time saving state, a regular pattern fluctuation time (5 seconds) is determined which is shorter than the regular pattern fluctuation time (30 seconds) determined in the non-time saving state (FIG. 11(B)). Therefore, in the short time state, the number of times the regular lottery is executed per unit time is greater.

Also, in the time-saving state, it is easier to be determined to be a hit in the hit determination than in the non-time-saving state. For example, in the time-saving state, a win is determined with a higher probability (for example, 59936/65536) than in the non-time-saving state (for example, 6600/65536) (FIG. 11(A)). Therefore, in the time-saving state, the number of times that the game is determined to be a hit per unit time is greater.

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

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

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

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

4. Main performances performed by the gaming machine Next, the main performances performed by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained using FIGS. 18 to 24.

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

In the customer waiting production mode, special symbol fluctuation production is performed in "low probability low base gaming state", "low probability high base gaming state", "high probability low base gaming state" and "high probability high base gaming state". This is a production mode that can be set when there is no special figure variation production and indicates that it is in a standby state where no special symbol variation production is performed. The customer waiting performance is performed when the customer waiting performance mode is set. In the customer waiting performance, for example, as shown in FIG. 18 (A-1), a customer waiting demonstration video G100 introducing the pachinko game machine PY1 is displayed on the display section 50a. Further, when the normal button 40 is operated while the customer waiting demo video G100 is displayed, as shown in FIG. is displayed. Settings related to effects include volume settings for sounds output from the speaker 52, brightness settings for the display section 50a, and frequency settings for effects to be performed.

The normal performance mode can be set when a special figure fluctuation performance is being performed in the "low probability low base game state" or the "high probability low base game state", and is a performance that can suggest that it is a non-time saving state. mode. The normal presentation mode includes, for example, a first normal presentation mode in which a background image representing a daytime mountain scene (daytime normal background image G102) is displayed on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 18 (B-1). 18(B-2), a second normal effect mode in which a background image representing an evening mountain scene (evening normal background image G103) is displayed on the display unit 50a, and FIG. 18(B-2). -3) As shown in 3), there is a third normal performance mode in which a background image representing a mountain scenery at night (normal nighttime background image G104) is displayed on the display section 50a. It can be switched on the condition that the special figure variation effect is performed once or multiple times. In addition, in the first to third normal production modes, before reach is established in the special figure variation production, any of the daytime normal background image G102, the evening normal background image G103, and the nighttime normal background image G104 is displayed on the display section. 50a, but after a reach is established, a dedicated background image according to the type of reach may be displayed on the display unit 50a. Furthermore, a special performance mode that is set only in the "high probability low base game state" may be provided.

The probability variable production mode is a production mode that can be set when a special symbol variation production is performed in the "high probability high base game state", and is a production mode that indicates a high probability state and a time saving state. In the probability variation production mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 18 (B-4), a background image representing the universe (probability variation background image G105) is displayed on the display section 50a. In addition, in the probability variation production mode, before the reach is established in the special symbol variation production, the background image G105 for probability variation is displayed on the display unit 50a, but after the reach is established, a dedicated background image according to the type of reach is displayed. may be displayed on the display section 50a.

The time-saving performance mode is a performance mode that can be set when the special symbol variation performance is being performed in the "low probability high base game state", and is a performance mode that indicates the normal probability state and the time-saving state. In the time-saving effect mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 18 (B-5), a background image representing the sky (time-saving background image G106) is displayed on the display section 50a. In addition, in the time-saving production mode, before the reach is established in the special figure variation production, the time-saving background image G106 is displayed on the display unit 50a, but after the reach is established, a dedicated background image according to the type of reach is displayed. may be displayed on the display section 50a.

The jackpot production mode is a production mode that can be set when a jackpot game is being played in the "jackpot game state", and is a production mode that indicates that a jackpot game is being played. In the jackpot production mode, for example, during the opening of a jackpot game, as shown in FIG. A jackpot opening performance in which the winning image G108 is displayed is performed. During a round in a jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 18 (C-2), a round image G109 indicating the number of rounds and a prize ball number image G110 indicating the number of prize balls paid out are displayed on the display unit 50a. A round performance will be held. During the ending of the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 18 (C-3), the display section 50a displays an ending image G111 that suggests the performance mode to be set after the jackpot game and the total number of prize balls that have been paid out. A jackpot ending effect is performed in which the total prize ball count image G112 is displayed.

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

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

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

4-2-1. Effect pattern display area As shown in FIG. 19(A), the display part 50a of the image display device 50 has left effects on the left side, center, and right side of the display area 50a, which is divided approximately equally into three parts in the horizontal direction. It is possible to provide a symbol area 50b1, a middle performance symbol area 50b2, and a right performance symbol area 50b3. The left performance symbol area 50b1 is an area where the left performance symbol EZ1 is displayed when the performance symbol is stopped and displayed in the special symbol variation performance. Similarly, the middle performance symbol area 50b2 and the right performance symbol region 50b3 are areas for displaying the middle performance symbol EZ2 and the right performance symbol EZ3.

Moreover, as shown in FIG. 19(A), it is possible to provide a small pattern area 50c in one section of the left end (upper left corner) of the upper end of the display section 50a. The small symbol area 50c is an area where the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are variably displayed when the special symbol is variably displayed.

In addition, in FIG. 19(A), the left presentation pattern area 50b1, the middle presentation pattern area 50b2, the right presentation pattern area 50b3, and the small pattern area 50c are clearly indicated by two-dot chain lines, but this is the left presentation pattern area 50b1. , the middle effect pattern area 50b2, the right effect pattern area 50b3, and the small pattern area 50c are described to represent the range, and are not actually displayed. Further, the range of each area can be changed as appropriate. In addition, not only the effect patterns EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 (left effect pattern EZ1, middle effect pattern EZ2, right effect pattern EZ3) but also the small patterns KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are the patterns displayed on the display section 50a for effect. Therefore, it is an example of a "performance pattern." Note that the production design is also referred to as a decorative design or a decorative design.

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

When the variable display of the special symbols starts, for example, as shown in FIG. 19(A), the left effect pattern EZ1, the middle effect pattern EZ2, and the right effect pattern EZ3 are stopped and displayed on the display section 50a, and From the state where the small left pattern KZ1, the small medium pattern KZ2, and the small right pattern KZ3 are stopped and displayed, the variable display of the special pattern is not performed, and the variable display of the special pattern is waiting, as shown in FIG. 19(B) As shown in FIG. 2, with the start of the process, variable display of performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 is started, and variable display of small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 is also started. Then, when the special symbol variation pattern of the variable display of this special symbol is, for example, "normal loss variation", the left production symbol EZ1 and the right production symbol EZ3 are different, as shown in FIG. 19 (C-1). After temporarily stopping in the stop mode, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a stop mode (so-called flop) that suggests a loss, as shown in FIG. 19(D). At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stopping manner that suggests a loss. On the other hand, if the special symbol variation pattern of the variable display of the special symbol is a special symbol variation pattern with a reach, such as "N loss variation", as shown in FIG. 19 (C-2), the left effect symbol EZ1 and the right production symbol EZ3 temporarily stop in the same stopping manner, and a reach is established. In detail, first, the left performance symbol EZ1 stops at a certain symbol (for example, 5 symbols), then the right performance symbol EZ3 stops at the same symbol (5 symbols) as the left performance symbol EZ1, and a reach is established. At this time, the variable display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 is continued, and a reach effect is performed according to the special symbol variation pattern. Note that the stopping order and stopping manner of the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 can be changed as appropriate.

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

In N reach, as shown in FIG. 20(A), the state where reach is established is maintained for a predetermined period of time, and as shown in FIG. 20(B), the fluctuation speed of the medium effect symbol EZ2 gradually slows down. If the special pattern fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special drawing is, for example, "N loss fluctuation", as shown in FIG. The symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stopping manner that suggests a loss. On the other hand, if the special pattern fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special pattern is, for example, "N jackpot fluctuation", the game will stop in a stopping manner (so-called double) that suggests a jackpot, as shown in Figure 20 (C-2). indicate. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stopping manner that suggests a jackpot. In addition, the performance content of N reach is not limited to the gradual deceleration of the medium performance symbol EZ2, but can be changed or added as appropriate.

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

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

In SP reach, after N reach, for example, as shown in FIG. An image (SP reach start title image G1) indicating that reach has started is displayed. After that, as shown in FIG. 21(B), an SP reach-only performance (for example, a battle performance) is performed. Then, when the final phase of the SP reach-only performance is reached, if the special pattern variation pattern of the variable display of the special symbol is, for example, "SP jackpot variation", the display section At 50a, a production suggesting a jackpot is performed (for example, a display in which the main character (one of the ally characters) has won the battle and is standing proudly), and the production patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped indicating a jackpot. (so-called double eye) is stopped and displayed. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stopping manner that suggests a jackpot. On the other hand, if the special pattern variation pattern of the variable display of the special pattern is, for example, "SP loss variation", as shown in Figure 21 (C-2), an effect that suggests a loss (for example, an enemy character enters the battle At the same time, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a stopping manner (so-called ``disappearance'') suggesting a loss. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stopping manner that suggests a loss. Note that the contents of the SP reach performance can be changed or added as appropriate.

Here, the possibility that the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 for each reach will be stopped in a manner indicating a jackpot (jackpot expectation level) will be explained in detail. The jackpot expectation level for each reach is determined by the execution probability based on the jackpot determination result. For example, the execution probability of a variation that ends in N reach is set to 10% if the result of the jackpot determination is "Lose", and 50% if the result of the jackpot determination is "Jackpot", and the probability of execution of a variation that develops into SP reach is set to 50% if the result of the jackpot determination is "Lose". If the execution probability is 4% when the result of the jackpot judgment is "Lose" and 50% when the result of the jackpot judgment is "Jackpot", the jackpot expectation of SP reach is It is possible to set it higher than the jackpot expectation level. In addition, SP Reach A and SP Reach B are made executable as SP Reach, and the execution probability of SP Reach A is set to 2% if the result of the jackpot determination is "Lose", and if the result of the Jackpot determination is "Lose", the execution probability of SP Reach A is set to 2%. If the execution probability of SP Reach B is 2% if the result of the jackpot determination is "Lose", and 20% if the result of the jackpot determination is "Jackpot", then It is possible to set the jackpot expectation level of SP Reach A higher than the jackpot expectation level of SP Reach B. In this way, by appropriately setting the execution probability according to the result of the jackpot determination, it is possible to set the jackpot expectation level.

4-2-5. L Reach Pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform L Reach after N Reach. L reach is a production that suggests that the probability that the lottery result of the special drawing lottery is a "big hit" is lower than SP reach, but higher than N reach, and is a production that makes players expect a jackpot. functions as Note that the execution time of the L reach effect is shorter than the execution time of the SP reach effect (FIGS. 13 and 14). Therefore, in the reach effect of L reach, for example, a shorter video than the reach effect of SP reach is displayed on the display unit 50a. Note that the content of the L reach effect can be changed as appropriate. Further, a special symbol variation pattern may be provided in which the SP reach effect is progressively executed after the L reach effect.

4-3. Pending Icon Display Area As shown in FIG. 22(A), the display unit 50a of the image display device 50 can be provided with a pending icon display area 50d consisting of four display areas. The reservation icon display area 50d is composed of a first display area 50d1, a second display area 50d2, a third display area 50d3, and a fourth display area 50d4. It is possible to display the hold icon HA in the display areas 50d1, 50d2, 50d3, and 50d4. For example, when the number of reserved special figures 1 is "1", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1, and when the number of reserved special figures 1 is "2", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1 and A hold icon HA is displayed in the second display area 50d2.

Further, as shown in FIG. 22(A), an icon display area 50e consisting of one display area can be provided near the pending icon display area 50d. The icon display area 50e can display the same icon TA (also referred to as the pending icon TA) that is the same as the pending icon HA in response to the start of the special figure variation effect. Note that an icon different from the pending icon HA may be displayed as the icon TA.

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

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

In the hold effect, when the game ball enters the first starting slot 11 when the special figure 1 hold count is "0", the special figure fluctuation effect is started, and for example, as shown in FIG. 22(B), the icon The icon TA is displayed in the display area 50e. Then, when two more game balls enter the first starting slot 11 during the special figure variation performance, as shown in FIG. 22(C), the first display area 50d1 and the second display area of the reserved icon display area 50d A hold icon HA is displayed at 50d2, and the player is informed that the special figure 1 hold count is "2". After that, when the special figure variation effect is finished and a new special figure variation effect is started, as shown in FIG. 22(D), the hold icon displayed in the first display area 50d1 of the hold icon display area 50d HA moves to the icon display area 50e and is displayed as the icon TA, and the hold icon HA that was displayed in the second display area 50d2 of the hold icon display area 50d moves to the first display area 50d1 and is displayed. Then, the player is informed that the special figure 1 pending number is "1".

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

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

In the movable object performance, for example, when N reach progresses to SP reach, as shown in FIG. It is suggested that the lower movable body 56k moves so as to overlap the display part 50a, and develops into SP reach. At this time, the effect image is displayed in a space of the display section 50a that does not overlap with the above-board movable body 55k and the below-board movable body 56k. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 23(B), the above-board movable body 55k and the below-board movable body 56k return to the normal standby state (initial position) and develop into SP reach. This movable body performance is an example of an advanced performance. Note that the movable body performance is not limited to the suggestion of development to SP reach, and can be changed or added as appropriate. Further, the operation contents of the movable device in the movable body performance can be changed or added as appropriate. Further, the movable device operated in the movable object performance can be changed as appropriate. Furthermore, when the performance does not develop (for example, in the case of N loss fluctuation), it is also possible to perform a movable body performance as a so-called false performance. The movable body performance is also referred to as a movable body drive performance.

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

In the operation performance, for example, in SP reach, a period (operation valid period) occurs during which the pressing operation of the input device (special button 41) is valid, and with the occurrence of this operation valid period, the period shown in FIG. 24(A) occurs. An effect (operation promotion effect) is performed to prompt the user to operate the special button 41. In the operation promotion performance, an operation promotion image G30 is displayed on the display section 50a. The operation promotion image G30 includes an image imitating the special button 41 (special button image G31), an image (operation method instruction image G32) representing the operation method of the special button 41 (i.e., pressing operation), and the remaining operation validity period. An image representing time (validity period image G33). The valid period image G33 is composed of a generally curved progress bar, and changes over time so that the player can easily understand the remaining time of the valid operation period. Thereafter, in response to the special button 41 being pressed during the valid operation period, or after the valid operation period has passed without any special button 41 being operated during the valid operation period, as shown in FIG. 24(B), Then, the on-board movable device 55 is activated, and the on-board movable body 55k moves so as to overlap the display section 50a, indicating the expectation of a jackpot. Note that the operation performance is not limited to the operation of the on-board movable device 55, and can be changed or added as appropriate. Furthermore, an operation promotion performance that prompts the user to operate an operation means (operation unit) such as the special button 41 or the normal button 40 is also referred to as an operation instruction performance.

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

In the look-ahead performance, for example, if the result of the look-ahead determination for the special drawing 1 hold is a "jackpot", the hold icon HA, which is normally displayed as ``○'', in the hold icon display area 50d, as shown in FIG. 22(C). may be displayed as "☆". Further, when the result of the pre-reading determination is "lost", the hold icon HA may be displayed as "☆" as a so-called fake effect. In this way, the pending icon HA and the icon TA are displayed in a special mode (in this embodiment, for example, "☆", also referred to as a special display mode) rather than in a normal mode (in this embodiment, "○", also referred to as a normal display mode). The look-ahead performance is called a pending change performance or a pending display change performance. Further, the hold icon HA and the icon TA are collectively referred to as a hold display or a predetermined icon. In this embodiment, the hold icon HA and the icon TA are displayed as the hold display, but a configuration may be adopted in which only the hold icon HA is displayed and the icon TA is not displayed. In addition, the timing for displaying a special mode of hold display in the hold change effect may be when a starting prize that triggers the hold display occurs, or when the hold display is shifted (the display area of the hold icon HA is The special figure variation (so-called variation) corresponding to the pending display may be in progress (when displayed as the icon TA). Further, there may be a plurality of types of special modes of the hold display.

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

5. Control of the game by the game control microcomputer 101 Next, the game control by the game control microcomputer 101 will be explained based on FIGS. 25 and 26. Note that counters, timers, buffers, etc. that appear in the game control by the game control microcomputer 101, which will be explained below, are provided in the game RAM 104.

[1. Main control main processing]
When the pachinko game machine PY1 is powered on, the game control microcomputer 101 provided in the main control board 100 reads out and executes the main control main processing program shown in FIG. 25 from the game ROM 103. As shown in the figure, in the main control main processing, first, power-on processing (S001) is performed. In the power-on process, permission settings for access to the gaming RAM 104, settings for the gaming CPU 102, settings for SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for managing interrupt time), etc. are performed.

In addition, in the power-on process (S001), the game control microcomputer 101 executes RAM clear when a signal based on the pressing operation to the RAM clear switch 191 is input. When RAM clearing is executed, gaming information (for example, information on gaming states such as high probability states, information on the number of reserved special drawings, jackpot determination results, etc.) stored in the gaming RAM 104 is erased. As a result, the gaming state is set to the normal gaming state (low probability low base state, low probability non time saving state). However, even if the RAM clear is executed, the information on the total number of award balls stored in the total number of award balls storage unit 107a, the information on the total number of fired balls stored in the total number of fired balls storage unit 107b, and the difference balls. The information on the difference in the number of balls stored in the number storage unit 107c is not cleared.

Following the power-on processing, interrupts are prohibited (S002), and normal symbol/special symbol main random number update processing (S003) is executed. In this normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S003), the counter values of the various random numbers shown in FIGS. 10(A) and 10(B) are updated by adding 1. When the counter value of each random number reaches the upper limit value, it returns to "0" and is added again. Note that the initial value of each random number counter may be a value other than "0" or may be changed randomly. Further, at least a portion of each random number may be a so-called hardware random number generated using a known random number generation circuit including a counter IC or the like.

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

[2. Main side timer interrupt processing]
Next, the main side timer interrupt processing (S005) will be explained. As shown in FIG. 26, in the main side timer interrupt processing (S005), input processing (S102) is first executed. In the input process (S102), the game control microcomputer 101 takes in, for example, a detection signal from a lower tray full switch that detects whether the lower tray 35 is full, and stores it in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104 as lower tray full data.

The normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S103) performed next is the same as the normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S003) performed in the main control main process of FIG. That is, the updating process of the counter values of various random numbers shown in FIGS. 10(A) and 10(B) is performed during the execution period of the main side timer interrupt process (S005) and during the other period (main side timer interrupt process (S005)). After the completion of S005), the interrupt processing is performed both during the period until the next main-side timer interrupt processing (S005) is started.

Next to the normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S103), the game control microcomputer 101 performs a sensor detection process (S104), then performs a normal operation process (S105), and further performs a special operation process (S107). conduct. The sensor detection process, normal operation process, and special operation process will be described later.

Following the special operation process (S107), a sorting device control process (S108) for controlling the sorting device 16D is performed. Note that the distribution device 16D is operated when a special game using the second big prize winning device 15D is performed. However, the sorting device 16D may be operated in a constant manner from the time the power is turned on.

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 executes output processing (S112). In the output process (S112), the commands etc. set in the output buffer provided in the gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100 in each of the above processes are output to the sub control board 120, payout control board 170, etc.

Thereafter, the game control microcomputer 101 executes other processing (S113) and ends the main side timer interrupt processing (S005). Other processing (S113) includes power-off monitoring processing when the power is cut off, updating of a timer provided in the gaming RAM 104, and the like. Further, as other processing (S113), a payout control process for paying out prize balls to the player is performed. In the payout control process, a prize ball request signal is transmitted to the payout control board 170 in response to winning of game balls to each winning hole. That is, the payout control board 170 pays out prize balls based on the prize ball request signal.

Then, the gaming control microcomputer 101 repeatedly executes steps S002 to S004 of the main control main processing until the next interrupt pulse is input to the gaming CPU 102 (see FIG. 25). (after about 4 msec), the main side timer interrupt processing (S005) is executed again.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

In the discharge port sensor process, it is determined whether or not a game ball is detected by the discharge port sensor.

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

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

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

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

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

[2-3. Special operation processing]
In the special operation process (S107), a special symbol standby process, a special symbol variation process, a special symbol confirmation process, a jackpot game control process, and a game state setting process are sequentially performed. Then, the commands generated in each process are set in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

6. Control of performance by performance control microcomputer 121 Next, control of performance by performance control microcomputer 121 will be described based on FIGS. 27 to 29. Note that counters, timers, flags, buffers, etc. that appear in the following explanation of the control of the performance by the performance control microcomputer 121 are provided in the performance RAM 124.

[1. Sub control main processing]
When the pachinko game machine PY1 is powered on, the performance control microcomputer 121 provided in the sub-control board 120 reads out the sub-control main processing program shown in FIG. 27 from the performance ROM 123 and executes it. As shown in the figure, in the sub-control main processing, first, power-on processing is performed in response to power-on (S4001). In the power-on process, for example, settings for the performance CPU 122, settings for SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for managing interrupt time), etc. are performed.

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

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

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

The reception interrupt process (S4010) is executed every time various commands sent from the main control board 100 are input to the production control microcomputer 121. In the reception interrupt process (S4010), the production control microcomputer 121 stores various commands transmitted and received by the output process (S112) of the main control board 100 in the reception buffer of the production RAM 124. This reception interrupt processing is executed with priority over other interrupt processing (S4011, S4012).

[2.1ms timer interrupt processing]
The 1 ms timer interrupt process (S4011) is executed every time an interrupt pulse of 1 ms period is input to the sub control board 120. In the 1ms timer interrupt processing (S4011), as shown in FIG. 28, input processing (S4101), light emission data output processing (S4102), mobile device control processing (S4103), and watchdog timer processing (S4104) are sequentially performed.

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

[3.10ms timer interrupt processing]
The 10 ms timer interrupt process (S4012) is executed every time an interrupt pulse of 10 ms period is input to the sub control board 120. In the 10ms timer interrupt process (S4012), as shown in FIG. 29, received command analysis process (S4201), effect timer update process (S4202), audio control process (S4203), and effect data creation process (S4204) are sequentially performed. .

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

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

7. Pachinko game machine 7-1 of the first embodiment. Configuration of the First Embodiment Hereinafter, the pachinko gaming machine PZ1 of the first embodiment having a characteristic configuration will be described in detail, focusing on the points that are different from the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the above-mentioned basic form. The pachinko game machine PZ1 of the first embodiment can control the game state after the end of the jackpot game to a high probability state based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the specific area 16 in the second big prize opening 15 during the jackpot game. It is a so-called V-definite change machine.

First, a jackpot game that can be executed by the pachinko game machine PZ1 will be explained. When the game control microcomputer 101 of the pachinko game machine PZ1 determines that a jackpot has been won in the special drawing lottery, the game control microcomputer 101 determines the type of jackpot symbol (jackpot symbols 1 to 4) based on the jackpot symbol type determination table shown in FIG. It is possible to execute jackpot games (jackpot games 1 to 4) according to the type of jackpot symbol.

As shown in FIG. 30, the game control microcomputer 101 determines whether the jackpot symbol type is "jackpot symbol 1" or "jackpot symbol It is possible to determine either one of the symbols 2 and 2. More specifically, the game control microcomputer 101 determines "jackpot symbol 1" at a rate of 55% and "jackpot symbol 2" at a rate of 45%. In addition, the game control microcomputer 101 determines whether the jackpot symbol 3 is the jackpot symbol 3 or the jackpot symbol 4 in the jackpot symbol type determination in the special symbol 2 determination process (the special symbol determination process based on winning in the second starting opening 12). It is possible to determine whether More specifically, the game control microcomputer 101 determines the "jackpot symbol 3" at a rate of 80% and the "jackpot symbol 4" at a rate of 20%.

Then, the game control microcomputer 101 executes a jackpot game according to the determined type of jackpot symbol. Specifically, in the "jackpot game 1" that is executed when "jackpot symbol 1" is determined, and the "jackpot game 3" that is executed when "jackpot symbol 3" is determined, the round game is performed 10 times. From 1R to 9R, the first grand prize opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game, and in 10R, the second grand prize opening 15 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds.

In addition, in the "jackpot game 2" that is executed when "jackpot symbol 2" is determined, and the "jackpot game 4" that is executed when "jackpot symbol 4" is determined, the round game is played 10 times. It will be done. From 1R to 9R, the first grand prize opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game, and in 10R, the second grand prize opening 15 is opened for a maximum of 0.1 seconds. In addition, in the 10R of jackpot game 2 and jackpot game 4, the opening time of the jackpot opening is extremely short, and it is realistically impossible to expect to win a prize in the jackpot opening. In other words, the actual number of round games of jackpot game 2 and jackpot game 4 is 9 times.

Therefore, "Jackpot Game 1" and "Jackpot Game 3" where the actual number of round games is 10 are different from "Jackpot Game 2" and "Jackpot Game 4" where the actual number of round games is 9. It can be said that it is a jackpot game that is more advantageous to the player than the jackpot game state in which "jackpot game 1" and "jackpot game 3" are executed, and the jackpot game state in which "jackpot game 2" and "jackpot game 4" are executed. This can be said to be a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the gaming state.

In addition, in this form, if 10 game balls enter the first big prize opening 14 before the opening time of the first big prize opening 14 reaches 29.5 seconds, the first big prize opening 14 will be closed. However, if 10 game balls enter the second big prize opening 15 before the opening time of the second big prize opening 15 reaches 29.5 seconds, the second big prize opening 15 is closed. Further, in any of the "jackpot game 1", "jackpot game 2", "jackpot game 3", and "jackpot game 4", the second grand prize opening 15 is opened in the 10th round game. In "Jackpot Game 1" and "Jackpot Game 3", when a predetermined number of game balls (for example, 6 balls) enter the second big prize opening 15, the distribution member 16k changes from the first state to the second state. However, the game ball is allowed to pass through the specific area 16. The time during which the distribution member 16k is in the second state is sufficient time for the game ball to pass through the specific area 16 (for example, about 3000 ms). On the other hand, in "Jackpot Game 2" and "Jackpot Game 4", the distribution member 16k does not change from the first state to the second state, and the game ball is not allowed to pass to the specific area 16. In other words, in "Jackpot Game 1" and "Jackpot Game 3", the game ball substantially passes through the specific area 16, and in "Jackpot Game 2" and "Jackpot Game 4", the game ball substantially passes through the specific area 16. The game ball will never pass through (see Figure 3). In addition, in any jackpot game, when a predetermined number of game balls (for example, 1 ball) enter the game in the 10th round, the ball almost passes through the specific area 16 for a very short time (for example, about 1 ms). Alternatively, the distributing member 16k may be controlled to be in the second state for a period of time during which the distributing member 16k is in the second state.

Next, the game states that can be controlled by the game control microcomputer 101 will be explained. The game control microcomputer 101 controls the game state after the jackpot game, regardless of whether any of the jackpot games "jackpot game 1", "jackpot game 2", "jackpot game 3", and "jackpot game 4" is executed. Set to short time state (high base state). Further, in the jackpot game state, if the game ball passes through the specific area 16, a high probability state is set. As mentioned above, in "Jackpot Game 1" and "Jackpot Game 3", since the game ball substantially passes through the specific area 16, the jackpot game of either "Jackpot Game 1" or "Jackpot Game 3" A high probability state is set after the jackpot game state is executed. On the other hand, in "Jackpot Game 2" and "Jackpot Game 4", since the game ball does not substantially pass through the specific area 16, one of the jackpot games "Jackpot Game 2" and "Jackpot Game 4" is executed. After the jackpot game state, a high probability state is not set (a normal probability state is set).

In other words, after the "jackpot game 1" or "jackpot game 3", the game control microcomputer 101 controls the high probability high base gaming state (high probability state and time saving state), and controls the "jackpot game 2" or "jackpot game 3" to After "Game 4", control is performed to a low probability high base game state (normal probability state and time saving state). In this embodiment, the "high probability high base gaming state" can be continued until the next jackpot game is executed. On the other hand, the "low probability high base gaming state" can be continued until the number of variable displays of special symbols reaches 100 (predetermined upper limit number of executions).

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

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

Next, special figure fluctuation pattern determination regarding special figure 2 in the high probability high base gaming state will be explained. The game control microcomputer 101 determines the special figure 2 variation pattern using the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 31 in the special figure variation pattern determination regarding the special figure 2 in the high probability high base gaming state.

The game control microcomputer 101 determines, in the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination process when the high probability high base game state is set, the jackpot determination result performed in the special figure 2 determination process, the result of the jackpot symbol type determination, the reach Based on the result of the determination and the special figure variation pattern random number, the special figure 2 variation pattern is determined. More specifically, as shown in FIG. 31, when the result of jackpot determination is "jackpot", if the result of jackpot symbol type determination is "jackpot symbol 3", the game control microcomputer 101 selects special symbol 2. As a variation pattern, "THP001" is selected at a rate of 55%, "THP002" is selected at a rate of 35%, and "THP003" is selected at a rate of 10%.

In addition, if the result of jackpot determination is "jackpot" and the result of jackpot symbol type determination is "jackpot symbol 4," the game control microcomputer 101 selects "THP004" as the special symbol 2 variation pattern with a 15% increase. Select by percentage and select "THP005" with a percentage of 85%.

In addition, the game control microcomputer 101 selects "THP011" at a rate of 10% as the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern when the result of jackpot determination is not "jackpot" and the result of reach determination is "reach". , select "THP012" at a rate of 15%, select "THP013" at a rate of 20%, select "THP014" at a rate of 35%, and select "THP015" at a rate of 20%. do.

In addition, when the result of the jackpot determination is not a "jackpot" and the result of the reach determination is "no reach", the game control microcomputer 101 selects "THP021" and "THP022" as the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern. It is possible to determine one of two types. Which of these special figure 2 variation patterns is determined is determined by the number of special figure 2 reservations.

When the special figure 2 reservation number is "0" to "1", "THP021" with a variation time of 13000ms is selected at a rate of 95%, and "THP022" whose variation time is 4000ms is selected at a rate of 5%. Select with . In addition, when the number of reserved special drawings 2 is "2" to "4", "THP021" with a variation time of 13000ms is selected at a rate of 20%, and "THP022" with a variation time of 4000ms is selected at a rate of 80%. Select by percentage. In other words, if the result of jackpot determination is "lose" and the result of reach determination is "no reach", the smaller the number of special drawing 2 reservations, the easier it is to select a fluctuation pattern with a long fluctuation time. There is.

In addition, the distribution rate of each special figure fluctuation pattern can be changed as appropriate. Also, the types of special figure fluctuation patterns can be increased or decreased as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

Here, the special figure 2 variation patterns "THP001" to "THP005" are all "jackpot variations" that perform a battle reach (a reach effect in which an ally character and an enemy character engage in a battle) as an SP reach. Among these, "THP001" is a "battle attack jackpot variation" in which the reach symbol (the production symbol forming the reach) is an ally symbol (an odd number of production symbols including the pedestal DGM on which an ally character is drawn, see Figure 33), which will be described later. ", and "THP002" is a "Battle Defense/Counter Jackpot Variation" in which the reach symbol is a normal enemy symbol (an even-numbered production symbol including the pedestal DGT on which a normal enemy character is drawn), which will be described later, and " THP003'' is a ``Battle Defense/Counter Jackpot Variation'' in which the reach symbol is a strong enemy symbol (an even numbered production symbol including a pedestal DGK on which a strong enemy character stronger than a normal enemy character is drawn) is used as a reach symbol.

These special symbol 2 variation patterns are selected when a so-called guaranteed variable jackpot (jackpot symbol 3) is won. When these special symbol 2 fluctuation patterns are selected by the game control microcomputer 101, the production control microcomputer 121 determines the final stop mode (final stop mode) of the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in the variable production. Make it a double ally symbol. The double number of this ally symbol functions as a notification of a sure-change jackpot win. The production flow of the variation production in each special figure variation pattern will be described later.

Further, "THP004" is a "battle defense jackpot variation" in which the reach symbol is a normal enemy symbol, and "THP005" is a "battle defense jackpot variation" in which the reach symbol is a strong enemy symbol.

These special symbol 2 variation patterns are selected when a so-called normal jackpot (jackpot symbol 4) is won. When these special figure 2 fluctuation patterns are selected by the game control microcomputer 101, the performance control microcomputer 121 changes the final stopping state of the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in the variable performance to the enemy symbol (normal enemy symbol). (design, strong enemy design) is set as a double. This double number on the enemy symbol usually functions as a notification of a jackpot win.

Also, the special figure 2 variation patterns “THP011” to “THP015” are all “loss variations” that perform battle reach as SP reach. Among these, "THP011" is a "battle attack loss variation" in which the reach symbol is an ally symbol, "THP012" is a "battle defense/counter loss variation" in which the reach symbol is the normal enemy symbol, and "THP013" is a "battle defense/counter loss variation" in which the reach symbol is a powerful enemy symbol, "THP014" is a "battle defense loss variation" in which the reach symbol is the normal enemy symbol, and "THP015" is a "battle defense/counter loss variation" in which the reach symbol is the strong enemy symbol. It is a ``Battle Defense Loss Fluctuation'' with a strong enemy symbol.

When these special symbol 2 variation patterns are selected by the game control microcomputer 101, the production control microcomputer 121 sets the final stop mode of production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in the variation production as the reach loss eye.

Further, the special figure 2 variation pattern "THP021" is the "normal A loss variation", and the special figure 2 variation pattern "THP022" is the "normal B loss variation". These special figure 2 variation patterns are special figure variation patterns in which the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 do not become a reach (ready-to-reach effect is not executed). When these special symbol 2 variation patterns are selected by the game control microcomputer 101, the production control microcomputer 121 sets the final stop mode of production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in the variation production as non-reach losing eyes. .

Next, the production flow of variation production in each special figure variation pattern (THP001-005, THP011-015) with battle reach will be explained. In battle attack fluctuations (battle attack jackpot fluctuations, battle attack loss fluctuations), after the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 start varying display, a reach is formed with ally symbols, and the ally character becomes a normal enemy character (normal enemy A battle reach effect is performed in which a character (character) makes a pre-emptive attack and is faced with a victory or defeat.

In addition, in battle defense/counter fluctuations (battle defense/counter jackpot fluctuation, battle defense/counter loss fluctuation) in which the reach symbol is the normal enemy symbol, after the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 start to be fluctuated, the normal enemy A reach is formed by the symbols, and a normal enemy character attacks an ally character, but the ally character dodges this attack and makes a counter attack on the normal enemy character, resulting in a battle reach effect where the character wins or loses.

In addition, in battle defense/counter fluctuation (battle defense/counter jackpot fluctuation, battle defense/counter loss fluctuation) in which the reach symbol is a strong enemy symbol, after the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 start variable display, the strong enemy symbol A reach is formed, and a strong enemy character attacks an ally character, but a battle reach effect is performed in which the ally character evades this attack and makes a counter attack on the strong enemy character, leading to a victory or defeat.

In addition, in battle defense fluctuations (battle defense jackpot fluctuations, battle defense loss fluctuations) in which the reach symbol is a normal enemy symbol, after the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 start variable display, a reach is formed with the normal enemy symbol. , a battle reach effect is usually performed in which an enemy character attacks an ally character and there is a chance of winning or losing. In addition, in this battle defense variation, a counter attack by an ally character is not performed.

In addition, in battle defense fluctuations (battle defense jackpot fluctuations, battle defense loss fluctuations) in which the reach symbol is a strong enemy symbol, after the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 start variable display, a reach is formed with the strong enemy symbol, and a strong enemy A battle reach effect is performed in which a character attacks an ally character and ends up winning or losing. In addition, in this battle defense variation, a counter attack by an ally character is not performed.

In this way, in this form, when a reach is formed with an ally symbol (THP001, THP011), it develops into a battle reach where the ally character normally battles with the enemy character, and in that battle reach, the ally character makes a preemptive attack. I do. In addition, when a reach is formed with normal enemy symbols (THP002, THP012, THP004, THP014), it develops into a battle reach where an ally character battles with a normal enemy character, and in that battle reach, the enemy character usually becomes an ally. Attacks the character. Also, when a reach is formed with strong enemy symbols (THP003, THP013, THP005, THP015), it develops into a battle reach where an ally character battles a strong enemy character, and in that battle reach, a strong enemy character attacks an ally character. He's going to do something.

Here, each special symbol variation pattern with battle reach is selected according to the distribution rate shown in FIG. 31. Specifically, the battle attack jackpot variation is selected at a higher rate than the battle defense/counter jackpot variation when jackpot symbol 3 (probable variable jackpot) is won. In addition, the battle attack loss variation is selected at a selection rate of 10% in the case of a loss with reach, which is lower than other special pattern variation patterns. Therefore, the battle attack variation (the variation in which the ally symbol is the reach symbol) functions as a performance with a high expectation of a guaranteed variable jackpot.

In addition, the special pattern variation pattern in which the reach symbol is a strong enemy symbol is extremely likely to be selected when the jackpot symbol 4 (normal jackpot) has been won, compared to the special symbol variation pattern in which the reach symbol is the normal enemy symbol. It is difficult to be selected when the jackpot symbol 3 (probable variable symbol) has been won, and it is also difficult to be selected when it is a loss with a reach. Therefore, a fluctuating performance that uses a reach symbol as a strong enemy symbol (an example of a low-achieving performance) is usually a performance that has a high expectation of a jackpot (a performance that gives you a feeling that the high probability state will not continue after winning the jackpot), It functions as a performance with low expectations for a jackpot. In addition, in this form, in the high probability high base state, the player is playing the game hoping that the high probability state will continue even after the next jackpot game, so it is impossible to win jackpot symbol 4 (normal jackpot). This is disadvantageous and undesirable for the player. Therefore, when a variable effect is performed in which the enemy symbol is a reach symbol, the player expects a counter attack by an ally character, and if the ally character does not make a counter attack, the player will be in a state where it will indicate a loss. The game proceeds with the expectation that the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 will finally be stopped and displayed (that the jackpot symbol 4 will not be won and will be a loss). However, when a reach is formed with a strong enemy symbol, the possibility of a counter attack by an ally character and the possibility of losing if a counter attack is attempted are lower than when a reach is formed with a normal enemy symbol. Since the winning number is low, the player plays the game with a sense of tension, hoping that he has not won the jackpot symbol 4.

On the other hand, when a reach is formed with a normal enemy symbol, the possibility of winning jackpot symbol 4 (normal jackpot) is very low compared to when a reach is formed with a strong enemy symbol, and jackpot symbol 3 There is a high possibility of winning (variable pattern), and there is also a high possibility of losing with reach. Therefore, a variable performance (an example of a high success performance) in which the reach symbol is a normal enemy symbol functions as a performance that can be fully expected to win a guaranteed variable jackpot.

Next, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in the pachinko game machine PZ1 will be explained in detail. The pachinko game machine PZ1 displays performance symbols (decorative symbols) designed according to the performance mode on the display section 50a. Here, the probability variation background image G105, which is a production mode set in the probability variation production mode (high probability high base state) and is a background image representing the universe shown in FIG. 18 (B-4), is displayed on the display unit 50a. The production patterns in the production mode) will be explained. In this embodiment, the probability variable performance mode includes a first probability variable performance mode (an example of a specific performance mode) and a second probability variable performance mode (an example of a non-specific performance mode).

In the pachinko game machine PZ1, each of the left performance symbol EZ1, the middle performance symbol EZ2, and the right performance symbol EZ3 includes eight performance symbols from 1 to 8 symbols. Among these, the odd numbered symbols (1 symbol, 3 symbol, 5 symbol, 7 symbol) are friendly symbols with friendly characters drawn on them, and the even numbered symbols (2 symbols, 4 symbols, 6 symbols, 8 symbols) are enemy characters ( This is an enemy pattern (normal enemy pattern, strong enemy pattern) on which a normal enemy character, strong enemy character) is drawn. As shown in FIG. 32, the number of strong enemy symbols (an example of specific decorative symbols) differs depending on whether the mode is the first variable probability presentation mode or the second variable probability presentation mode. As shown in FIG. 32(A), in the first variable performance mode, three of the enemy symbols, 2 symbols, 4 symbols, and 6 symbols, are normal enemy symbols, and only 8 symbols are strong enemy symbols. . On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 32(B), in the second variable performance mode, only 2 symbols are normal enemy symbols, and 3 symbols, 4 symbols, 6 symbols, and 8 symbols, are strong enemy symbols. In other words, the second probability variable production mode is a production mode in which the number of strong enemy symbols is larger than that in the first probability variation production mode.

Each production pattern (1 pattern, 2 pattern, 3 pattern, 4 pattern, 5 pattern, 6 pattern, 7 pattern, 8 pattern) includes a pedestal part DG on which a character is drawn and a number part SG representing a number. . Specifically, for example, as shown in Figure 33, if it is a "1 pattern", it is an oval-shaped pedestal with an ally character (the main character of the work that is the motif of Pachinko game machine PZ1) drawn on the front. pedestal portion DGM representing the number 1, and a numeral portion SG1 representing the number 1. FIG. 33 is a diagram showing various performance symbols in the first variable probability performance mode. As with the 1st symbol, each of the 3rd, 5th, and 7th symbols has a number section SG (representing a number corresponding to each symbol) in front of the lower left of the elliptical pedestal DGM on which the ally character is drawn. It has a design that overlaps SG3 representing 3, SG5 representing 5, and SG7 representing 7.

In addition, in the first probability variation production mode, three symbols, 2 symbols, 4 symbols, and 6 symbols, are normal enemy symbols. Each of these symbols has a number section SG (2 The design is an overlapping of SG2 representing , SG4 representing 4, and SG6 representing 6.

In addition, in the first variable performance mode, only 8 symbols are strong enemy symbols. This 8 pattern has a design in which the number part SG8 representing 8 is superimposed on the lower left front part of the oval pedestal part DGK on which a strong enemy character (in this form, the enemy character who is the leader of the enemy side) is drawn. .

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 34, in the second variable probability production mode, the 4th symbol and the 6th symbol, like the 8th symbol, become strong enemy symbols (production symbols including the pedestal DGK on which a strong enemy character is drawn), and the 2nd symbol Only this is a normal enemy pattern (a production pattern including a pedestal DGT on which a normal enemy character is drawn). That is, in the second probability variable performance mode, the number of strong enemy symbols increases and the number of normal enemy symbols decreases by that amount compared to the first probability variable performance mode. Therefore, in the second probability-variable performance mode, the player is more likely to have the impression that it is difficult to win a variable-probability jackpot (in other words, it is difficult to maintain a high probability state) than in the first probability-variable performance mode. Note that the number of ally symbols is the same between the second probability variable production mode and the first probability variation production mode.

In this embodiment, whether to set the first probability variable production mode or the second probability variation production mode is determined by the production control microcomputer 121 in a lottery when ending the jackpot game and transitioning to the high probability high base state. (For example, the first probability variable performance mode is set at a rate of 70%, and the second probability variable performance mode is set at a 30% rate, etc.). By the way, when ending the jackpot game and transitioning to the high probability high base state, the special drawing 2 pending that occurs includes the normal jackpot pending that is scheduled to be determined to have won the jackpot. If there is no normal jackpot pending (pre-read judgment during jackpot play), the first probability variable mode is set at a relatively high rate (e.g. 80%), and the remaining rate is set at the first probability variable mode. On the other hand, if there is a normal jackpot pending, the second probability variation production mode is set at a relatively high rate (for example, 80%), and the remaining percentage is set to the first probability variation production mode. It may be configured to do so. With this configuration, it becomes possible to make the second probability-variable production mode function as a production mode in which it is difficult for the high probability state to continue, and it is possible to expect an increase in interest.

Next, a lottery for determining a ready-to-win symbol (a symbol forming a ready-to-win) by the performance control microcomputer 121 in a high-accuracy, high-base state will be described. The lottery for determining the ready-to-win symbol is performed based on the ready-to-reach symbol determination table shown in FIG. This is done based on the ready-to-win symbol determination table shown in (B).

Specifically, when the first probability variation production mode is set, as shown in FIG. If the figure variation pattern is THP001 (battle attack jackpot variation with the reach symbol as an ally symbol), select each of the 1st, 3rd, and 5th symbols at a rate of 20%, and select the 7th symbol at a rate of 40%. Select with . On the other hand, if the special pattern variation pattern indicated by the special pattern variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP011 (battle attack loss variation with the reach symbol as an ally symbol), the performance control microcomputer 121 The 1st symbol, 3rd symbol, and 5th symbol are each selected at a rate of 30%, and the 7th symbol is selected at a rate of 10%. In this way, a 7-symbol reach is more likely to occur due to jackpot fluctuations, and less likely to occur due to a loss fluctuation, so a 7-symbol reach is more likely to result in a jackpot than a 1-symbol, 3-symbol, or 5-symbol reach. It functions as a performance with a high level of expectation (level of expectation of winning a jackpot).

In addition, when the first probability variable production mode is set, the production control microcomputer 121 determines that the special symbol variation pattern indicated by the special symbol variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP002 (reach symbols are replaced with normal enemy symbols). 2 symbols are selected at a rate of 34%, and 4 symbols and 6 symbols are each selected at a rate of 33%. Similarly, if the special pattern variation pattern indicated by the special pattern variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP012 (battle defense/counter loss variation in which the reach symbol is the normal enemy symbol), 2 symbols are changed to 34 %, and 4 symbols and 6 symbols each are selected at a rate of 33%. That is, in the battle defense/counter variation in which the reach symbol is the normal enemy symbol, the three types of normal enemy symbols are selected as the reach symbol at almost the same rate regardless of whether it is a jackpot or a loss.

In addition, when the first probability variable production mode is set, the production control microcomputer 121 determines that the special symbol variation pattern indicated by the special symbol variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP004 (reach symbols are replaced with normal enemy symbols). If it is a battle defense jackpot variation), 2 symbols are selected at a rate of 34%, and 4 symbols and 6 symbols are each selected at a rate of 33%. Similarly, if the special pattern variation pattern indicated by the special pattern variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP014 (battle defense loss variation in which the reach symbol is the normal enemy symbol), 2 symbols are used as the 34% Select by proportion, and select 4 symbols and 6 symbols each at a rate of 33%. In other words, in the battle defense variation in which the reachable symbols are the normal enemy symbols, the three types of normal enemy symbols are selected as the reachable symbols at approximately the same rate regardless of whether it is a jackpot or a loss. Therefore, in the first variable performance mode, the expected jackpot when a reach is formed with normal enemy symbols and the expectation of a counter attack in battle reach are as follows: reach with 2 symbols, reach with 4 symbols, reach with 6 symbols. It can be said that the reach is roughly the same regardless of the reach. Note that the game interest may be increased by configuring that the expected level of jackpot and the expected level of occurrence of counter attack differ depending on the type of enemy symbol.

In addition, when the first probability variable production mode is set, the production control microcomputer 121 specifies that the special symbol variation pattern indicated by the special symbol variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP003 (the reach symbol is a strong enemy symbol). For battle defense/counter jackpot fluctuation), select 8 symbols at a rate of 100%. Similarly, if the special pattern variation pattern indicated by the special pattern variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP013 (battle defense/counter loss variation with reach symbols as strong enemy symbols), 8 symbols will be 100% Select by percentage. Similarly, if the special pattern variation pattern indicated by the special pattern variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP005 (battle defense jackpot variation with the reach symbol as a strong enemy symbol), the 8 symbols will be used at a 100% rate. Select with . Similarly, if the special pattern variation pattern indicated by the special pattern variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP015 (battle defense losing variation with reach symbol as strong enemy symbol), the 8 symbols will be set at 100% rate. Select with . In other words, 8 symbols are always selected in battle defense/counter fluctuations and battle defense fluctuations in which the reach symbol is a strong enemy symbol.

In addition, when the second probability variable production mode is set, as shown in FIG. If is THP001 (battle attack jackpot variation with the reach symbol as an ally symbol), select each symbol of 1 symbol, 3 symbol, and 5 symbol at a rate of 20%, as in the first probability variable production mode. Then select 7 symbols at a rate of 40%. On the other hand, if the special pattern variation pattern indicated by the special pattern variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP011 (battle attack loss variation with the reach symbol as an ally symbol), the performance control microcomputer 121 Similarly to the first variable performance mode, each of the 1st symbol, 3rd symbol, and 5th symbol is selected at a rate of 30%, and the 7th symbol is selected at a rate of 10%. In this way, a 7-symbol reach is more likely to occur due to jackpot fluctuations, and less likely to occur due to a loss fluctuation, so a 7-symbol reach is more likely to result in a jackpot than a 1-symbol, 3-symbol, or 5-symbol reach. It functions as a performance with a high level of expectation (level of expectation of winning a jackpot).

In addition, when the second probability variable production mode is set, the production control microcomputer 121 determines that the special symbol variation pattern indicated by the special symbol variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP002 (reach symbols are replaced with normal enemy symbols). If it is a battle defense/counter jackpot fluctuation), select 2 symbols at a rate of 100%. Similarly, if the special pattern variation pattern indicated by the special pattern variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP012 (battle defense/counter loss variation in which the reach symbol is the normal enemy symbol), 2 symbols are converted to 100. Select by percentage. Similarly, if the special pattern variation pattern indicated by the special pattern variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP004 (battle defense jackpot variation in which the reach symbol is the normal enemy symbol), 2 symbols are converted to 100%. Select by percentage. Similarly, if the special pattern variation pattern indicated by the special pattern variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP014 (battle defense loss variation where the reach symbol is the normal enemy symbol), the two symbols will be changed to 100%. Select by percentage. In other words, in battle defense/counter fluctuations and battle defense fluctuations in which the reach symbol is the normal enemy symbol, two symbols are always selected.

In addition, when the second probability variable production mode is set, the production control microcomputer 121 specifies that the special symbol variation pattern indicated by the special symbol variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP003 (with the reach symbol as a strong enemy symbol). In the case of battle defense/counter jackpot fluctuation), 4 symbols and 6 symbols are each selected at a rate of 33%, and 8 symbols are selected at a rate of 34%. Similarly, when the special symbol variation pattern indicated by the special symbol variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP013 (battle defense/counter loss variation with reach symbol as strong enemy symbol), 4 symbols and 6 symbols are selected at a rate of 33% each, and 8 symbols are selected at a rate of 34%. That is, in the battle defense/counter variation in which the reach symbol is a strong enemy symbol, three kinds of strong enemy symbols are selected as the reach symbol at almost the same rate whether it is a jackpot or a loss.

In addition, when the second probability variable performance mode is set, the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the special pattern variation pattern indicated by the special pattern variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 to be THP005 (makes the reach symbol a strong enemy symbol). In the case of (battle defense jackpot fluctuation), 4 symbols and 6 symbols are each selected at a rate of 33%, and 8 symbols are selected at a rate of 34%. Similarly, if the special pattern variation pattern indicated by the special pattern variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP015 (battle defense losing variation with the reach symbol as a strong enemy symbol), the 4 and 6 symbols are respectively Select at a rate of 33%, and select 8 symbols at a rate of 34%. That is, in the battle defense variation in which the reach symbol is a strong enemy symbol, the three types of strong enemy symbols are selected as the reach symbol at approximately the same rate whether it is a jackpot or a loss. Therefore, in the second probability variable production mode, the expected jackpot when a reach is formed with strong enemy symbols and the expectation of a counter attack in battle reach are as follows: reach with 4 symbols, reach with 6 symbols, reach with 8 symbols. It can be said that either of them is roughly the same. Note that the game interest may be increased by configuring that the expected level of jackpot or the expected level of counter attack occurrence differs depending on the type of strong enemy symbol.

Next, a look-ahead performance (a performance performed based on the result of a look-ahead determination) when a winning occurs in the second starting opening 12 in the high-accuracy/high-base state will be described. Pachinko game machine PZ1 changes the background image from the probability change background image G105 (space background image) to the chance background image (forest background image G70, see FIG. 44(B)) as a look-ahead effect in the high probability high base state. It is possible to perform a chance zone effect. The chance zone effect (an example of a predetermined look-ahead effect) includes multiple fluctuations based on the special figure hold that was stored before the target hold (the special figure hold that triggered the execution of the look-ahead effect) to a variation based on the target hold. It is a performance that can be performed over a wide range of variations.

When a winning occurs in the second starting port 12 in the high-accuracy, high-base state, the game control microcomputer 101 specifies the starting winning command based on the special figure 2 look-ahead determination table shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 36, the game control microcomputer 101 has determined that the jackpot symbol 3 (probable variable jackpot) is scheduled to be won as a pre-read judgment, and that the battle attack jackpot variation with the reach symbol as an ally symbol is scheduled to be selected. In this case, select command 001 as the starting winning command. In addition, if it is determined that the jackpot symbol 3 (probable variable jackpot) is scheduled to be won as a look-ahead judgment, and that the battle defense/counter jackpot variation in which the reach symbol is the normal enemy symbol is scheduled to be selected, command 002 is executed as the starting winning command. select. In addition, if it is determined that the jackpot symbol 3 (probable variable jackpot) is scheduled to be won as a pre-read judgment, and that the battle defense/counter jackpot variation in which the reach symbol is a strong enemy symbol is scheduled to be selected, command 003 is selected as the starting winning command. do. In addition, if it is determined that the jackpot symbol 4 (normal jackpot) is scheduled to be won as a pre-read judgment and that the battle defense jackpot variation in which the reach symbol is the normal enemy symbol is scheduled to be selected, command 004 is selected as the starting prize winning command. . Further, when it is determined that the jackpot symbol 4 (normal jackpot) is scheduled to be won as a pre-read judgment and that the battle defense jackpot variation in which the reach symbol is a formidable enemy symbol is scheduled to be selected, command 005 is selected as a starting prize winning command.

In addition, the game control microcomputer 101 selects command 011 as the starting winning command when it determines that there is a plan for a loss with a reach as a pre-read judgment, and that a battle attack loss variation with a reach symbol as an ally symbol is scheduled to be selected. . Further, when it is determined that there is a plan to lose with a reach as a pre-read judgment and that a battle defense/counter loss variation in which the reach symbol is a normal enemy symbol is scheduled to be selected, a command 012 is selected as a starting winning command. In addition, when it is determined that there is a plan for losing with a reach as a pre-reading judgment and that a battle defense/counter losing variation with a reach symbol as a strong enemy symbol is scheduled to be selected, a command 013 is selected as a starting winning command. In addition, when it is determined that there is a plan to lose with a reach as a pre-read judgment, and a battle defense loss variation in which the reach symbol is a normal enemy symbol is scheduled to be selected, command 014 is selected as the starting winning command. In addition, when it is determined that it is planned to be a loss with a reach as a pre-read judgment and a battle defense loss variation with a reach symbol as a strong enemy symbol is scheduled to be selected, a command 015 is selected as a starting winning command. In addition, when it is determined as a pre-read determination that there is no reach and a loss is scheduled, command 021 is selected as the starting winning command. In this way, the start winning command includes information on the type of jackpot symbol and information on the special symbol variation pattern.

In the high-accuracy-high base state, when the performance control microcomputer 121 receives the start winning command from the game control microcomputer 101, it performs a lottery for executing the chance zone performance based on the chance zone performance lottery table shown in FIG. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 37, if the received starting winning command is command 001 (a command indicating the execution schedule of the battle attack jackpot variation with the reach symbol as an ally symbol), the performance control microcomputer 121 It is decided to execute the chance zone effect 50% of the time, and it is decided not to execute the chance zone effect 50% of the time.

In addition, if the received starting winning command is command 002 (command indicating the execution schedule of battle defense/counter jackpot fluctuation in which the reach symbol is the normal enemy symbol), the production control microcomputer 121 produces a chance zone production at a rate of 40%. , and 60% of the time it is decided not to do so. In addition, if the received starting winning command is command 004 (a command indicating the execution schedule of the battle defense jackpot variation in which the reach symbol is the normal enemy symbol), the production control microcomputer 121 executes the chance zone production at a rate of 5%. 95% of the time, they decide not to do it.

In addition, the production control microcomputer 121 determines that the received start winning commands are command 011 (a command indicating the execution schedule of a battle attack loss variation in which the reach symbol is an ally symbol) and command 012 (battle defense / in which the reach symbol is the normal enemy symbol). If it is either command 014 (command indicating the execution schedule of the counter loss fluctuation) or command 014 (command indicating the execution schedule of the battle defense loss fluctuation with the reach symbol as the normal enemy symbol), chance zone production will be performed at a rate of 20% 80% of the time, it is decided not to do so. In addition, if the received starting winning command is command 021 (command indicating the execution schedule of normal loss variation), the performance control microcomputer 121 determines to execute the chance zone performance at a rate of 0.5%, and 99 Decide not to run at a rate of .5%.

In addition, if the received starting winning command is a command (i.e., command 003, command 005, command 013, command 015) that indicates the execution schedule of a variation in which the reach symbol is a strong enemy symbol, the production control microcomputer 121 controls the chance zone production. The lottery is not performed and the chance zone performance is not performed. In other words, in this embodiment, it is prohibited to execute a chance zone production with a special symbol pending as a target pending to execute a variation in which a reach symbol is a strong enemy symbol.

As described above, in this embodiment, the chance zone effect is drawn by lottery. Therefore, in this embodiment, the chance zone performance functions as a performance that suggests that there is a high expectation that a jackpot will be announced due to fluctuations based on target retention (Fig. 37), and in particular, it is possible to win a jackpot with a probability of winning (jackpot pattern 3). It functions as a production that suggests that expectations are high. In addition, in this form, when a reach is formed with a strong enemy symbol, there is a high possibility of winning the jackpot (jackpot symbol 4) (see Figure 31), but a reach is planned to be formed with a strong enemy symbol. Since the chance zone effect is not executed with the special figure reserved as the target, the chance zone effect was executed and the expectation of winning the jackpot was strengthened, but the reach was formed with a strong enemy symbol. This prevents the player from being disappointed that he or she may have won a normal jackpot that is disadvantageous to the player.

Note that the execution rate of the chance zone performance can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not reduce the effect of the performance. For example, in this embodiment, even if a special figure is reserved that is normally scheduled to perform a loss variation, there is an extremely low probability that the target of a chance zone production can be reserved, but if a chance zone production is executed, the battle reach is guaranteed. It is also possible to have a configuration in which this is executed.

Next, an example of executing the battle reach and chance zone effects will be described.

<Battle Reach> In the high-accuracy/high-base state, if the special pattern variation pattern indicated by the special pattern variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP001 or THP011, the performance control microcomputer 121 will execute the battle attack variation. When performing, as shown in FIGS. 38(A) and 38(B), both the left production symbol EZ1 and the right production symbol EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed as the same friendly symbol (here, 7 symbols), and production symbols EZ1, EZ2, Let EZ3 be in a reach state (an example of a "predetermined mode"). This allows the player to recognize that a battle reach in which an ally character makes a preemptive attack is about to begin.

In addition, in the variable performance, the performance until the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 reach the reach state is an example of the first performance, and the performance after the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 become the reach state in the variable performance is the first performance. This is an example of 2 performances. Further, a variable performance that develops into a battle reach is an example of a specific performance. In addition, the result of a probability-variable jackpot win derived from a variable performance is an example of a specific result, and the result of a regular jackpot win derived from a variable performance is an example of a non-specific result. Further, winning a jackpot with variable probability is an example of the predetermined condition.

In a battle reach in which an ally character makes a pre-emptive attack, as shown in FIG. 39(A), an image showing that an ally character will normally battle with an enemy character (horse character) is first displayed on the display unit 50a, and then an image is displayed on the display unit 50a. , as shown in FIG. 39(B), an image showing an ally character attacking an enemy character is displayed on the display section 50a, and a win or loss situation is reached. If it is a variable presentation based on the special figure variation pattern THP001 (battle attack jackpot variation), the presentation control microcomputer 121 will cause the attack of the friendly character to normally hit the enemy character, following the presentation shown in FIG. 39(B). Then, an image indicating that the ally character has won against the enemy character is displayed on the display section 50a (FIG. 39(C)). In other words, a victory performance as shown in FIG. 39(C) is executed. Then, as shown in FIG. 39(D), the battle reach image is returned to the space background image (probability change background image G105), and the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are changed to the ally symbols (here, the reach symbol 7). Finally, a stop display (determined stop display) is displayed at the zero mark of the symbol). This shows the player that he has won a probability-variable jackpot (jackpot symbol 3) and that the high probability state will continue even after the jackpot game.

On the other hand, if it is a variable presentation based on the special figure variation pattern THP011 (battle attack loss variation), the presentation control microcomputer 121 will control the normal enemy character to attack an ally character following the presentation shown in FIG. 39(B). Dodge and display an image on the display unit 50a indicating that the ally character has failed in the attack (FIG. 39(E)). In other words, a failure effect as shown in FIG. 39(E) is executed. Then, as shown in FIG. 39(F), the battle reach image is returned to the space background image (probability change background image G105), and the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are changed to reach loss eyes (here, "7, 6, 7), the final stop display (confirmed stop display) is made. This indicates to the player that he has not won the jackpot, and the game continues in a high-probability, high-base state.

In addition, in the high-accuracy-high base state, if the special pattern fluctuation pattern indicated by the special pattern fluctuation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP002 or THP012, the production control microcomputer 121 will control the normal enemy pattern. When performing battle defense/counter fluctuation as a reach symbol, or when the special symbol variation pattern indicated by the special symbol variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP004 or THP014, in other words, if the normal enemy symbol is When performing a battle defense variation using a reach symbol, as shown in FIGS. 38(A) and 38(C), both the left production symbol EZ1 and the right production symbol EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed with the same normal enemy symbol (here, 2 symbols). Then, the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are set in a ready-to-reach state. This allows the player to recognize that a battle reach is about to begin, in which the enemy character usually attacks the friendly character.

In a battle reach in which a normal enemy character attacks an ally character, as shown in FIG. will be displayed. This is similar to battle attack variation. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 40(B), an image showing a normal enemy character attacking an ally character is displayed on the display section 50a, and a production branch is reached. If it is a variable presentation based on the special figure variation pattern THP004 (battle defense jackpot variation), the presentation control microcomputer 121 will control the effect when the friendly character is normally attacked by the enemy character, following the presentation shown in FIG. 40(B). An image indicating defeat is displayed on the display unit 50a (FIG. 40(C)). That is, a defeat effect as shown in FIG. 40(C) is executed. Then, as shown in FIG. 40(D), the battle reach image is returned to the space background image (probability change background image G105), and the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are changed to normal enemy symbols (here, the reach symbol). A final stop display (determined stop display) is made on the zero of the 2nd symbol). As a result, the player is shown that he has won the normal jackpot (jackpot symbol 4) and that after the jackpot game he will transition to a low probability state (the high probability state will not continue).

On the other hand, in the case of a variable performance based on the special figure variation pattern THP014 (battle/defense loss variation), the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the effect when the friendly character is normally attacked by the enemy character, following the performance shown in FIG. 40(B). An image showing that the player is enduring and has a strong fighting spirit is displayed on the display unit 50a (FIG. 40(E)). In other words, a continuous effect as shown in FIG. 40(E) is executed. Then, as shown in FIG. 40(F), the battle reach image is returned to the space background image (background image for probability variation G105), and the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are changed to the reach loss eye (here, "2, 1, 2), a final stop display (determined stop display) is made. This indicates to the player that he has not won the jackpot, and the game continues in a high-probability, high-base state.

In addition, if the performance is variable based on the special figure fluctuation pattern THP002 (battle defense/counter jackpot fluctuation) or THP012 (battle defense/counter loss fluctuation), the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the performance as shown in FIG. 40(B). Subsequently, an image in which an ally character performs a counter attack against a normal enemy character is displayed on the display unit 50a (FIGS. 41(A) and 41(B)). Note that the jackpot (jackpot symbol 4) is not normally won at the time when the counter attack performance by the ally character is executed. Therefore, in this embodiment, the reach symbol is changed to an odd number symbol (a symbol with a number corresponding to the ally symbol) as the counter attack performance is executed (see FIG. 41(B)).

Then, if the performance is variable based on the special figure fluctuation pattern THP002 (battle defense/counter jackpot fluctuation), the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the counter attack of the ally character to be normal, following the performance shown in FIG. 41(B). An image showing that the friendly character has won against the enemy character by hitting the enemy character is displayed on the display unit 50a (FIG. 41(C)). In other words, similar to the battle attack jackpot fluctuation, a victory performance as shown in FIG. 41(C) is executed. Then, the image is returned to the space background image (background image G105 for probability variation), and the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are finally stopped and displayed on the double of the friendly symbols (here, 7 symbols) (FIG. 41(D)). This shows the player that he has won a probability-variable jackpot (jackpot symbol 3) and that the high probability state will continue even after the jackpot game.

On the other hand, in the case of a variable presentation based on the special figure variation pattern THP012 (battle defense/counter loss variation), the presentation control microcomputer 121 controls whether the normal enemy character is the friendly character or not, following the presentation shown in FIG. 41(B). An image showing that the ally character has failed in the counter attack by dodging the counter attack is displayed on the display unit 50a (FIG. 41(E)). That is, similar to the battle attack loss variation, a failure effect as shown in FIG. 41(E) is executed. Then, the image is returned to the space background image (background image for probability variation G105), and the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are finally stopped and displayed (determined stop display) at the reach losing number (here, "7, 6, 7"). This indicates to the player that he has not won the jackpot, and the game continues in a high-probability, high-base state.

In addition, in the high-accuracy-high base state, if the special pattern fluctuation pattern indicated by the special pattern fluctuation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP003 or THP013, the performance control microcomputer 121 will reach the strong enemy symbol. When performing a battle defense/counter fluctuation as a symbol, or when the special symbol fluctuation pattern indicated by the special symbol fluctuation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP005 or THP015, in other words, a strong enemy symbol is a reach symbol. When performing a battle defense variation, as shown in FIGS. 38(A) and 38(D), both the left presentation symbol EZ1 and the right presentation symbol EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed with the same strong enemy symbol (here, 8 symbols), and the production is performed. The symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are placed in a ready-to-reach state. This allows the player to recognize that a battle reach is about to begin in which a formidable enemy character attacks an ally character. In other words, it is suggested to the player that there is a relatively high possibility of winning the normal jackpot (jackpot symbol 4) and that there is a high possibility that the high probability state will not continue.

In a battle reach in which a strong enemy character attacks a friendly character, as shown in FIG. 42(A), an image showing that a friendly character will fight a strong enemy character is first displayed on the display unit 50a. After that, as shown in FIG. 42(B), an image showing a formidable enemy character attacking an ally character is displayed on the display section 50a, and a production branch is reached. If the performance is variable based on the special figure fluctuation pattern THP005 (battle defense jackpot fluctuation), the performance control microcomputer 121 will cause the ally character to be defeated by the attack of a strong enemy character following the performance shown in FIG. 42(B). An image showing what has been done is displayed on the display unit 50a (FIG. 42(C)). That is, a defeat effect as shown in FIG. 42(C) is executed. Then, as shown in FIG. 42(D), the battle reach image is returned to the space background image (probability change background image G105), and the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are changed to strong enemy symbols (here, the reach symbol 8 Finally, a stop display (determined stop display) is displayed at the zero mark of the symbol). As a result, the player is shown that he has won a normal jackpot (jackpot symbol 4) and that after playing the jackpot game, he will transition to a low probability state (the high probability state will not continue).

On the other hand, in the case of a variable performance based on the special figure variation pattern THP015 (battle/defense loss variation), the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the effect of the ally character to withstand the attack of a strong enemy character following the performance shown in FIG. 42(B). , an image showing that the fighting spirit is burning is displayed on the display unit 50a (FIG. 42(E)). In other words, a continuous effect as shown in FIG. 42(E) is executed. Then, as shown in FIG. 42(F), the battle reach image is returned to the space background image (probability variation background image G105), and the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are changed to reach loss eyes (here, "8, 7, 8), a final stop display (determined stop display) is made. This indicates to the player that he has not won the jackpot, and the game continues in a high-probability, high-base state.

In addition, if the performance is variable based on the special figure fluctuation pattern THP003 (battle defense/counter jackpot fluctuation) or THP013 (battle defense/counter loss fluctuation), the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the performance as shown in FIG. 42(B). Subsequently, an image of an ally character making a counter attack against a strong enemy character is displayed on the display unit 50a (FIGS. 43(A) and 43(B)). Note that the jackpot (jackpot symbol 4) is not normally won at the time when the counter attack performance by the ally character is executed. Therefore, with the performance of the counter attack, the reach symbol is changed to an odd number symbol (a symbol with a number corresponding to the ally symbol) (see FIG. 43(B)).

Then, if the performance is variable based on the special figure fluctuation pattern THP003 (battle defense/counter jackpot fluctuation), the performance control microcomputer 121 will control the effect of the counter attack of the friendly character against a strong enemy following the performance shown in FIG. 43(B). An image showing that the character has been hit and the ally character has won against the strong enemy character is displayed on the display unit 50a (FIG. 43(C)). In other words, a victory performance as shown in FIG. 43(C) is executed. Then, the image is returned to the space background image (background image for probability variation G105), and the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are finally stopped and displayed on the double of the friendly symbols (7 symbols in this case) (FIG. 43(D)). This shows the player that he has won a probability variable jackpot (jackpot symbol 3) and that the high probability state will continue even after the jackpot game.

On the other hand, if it is a variable effect based on the special figure variation pattern THP013 (battle defense/counter loss variation), the effect control microcomputer 121 will control the effect when a strong enemy character counters an ally character following the effect shown in FIG. 43(B). An image showing that the ally character failed in the counter attack by dodging the attack is displayed on the display section 50a (FIG. 43(E)). In other words, a failure effect as shown in FIG. 43(E) is executed. Then, the image is returned to the space background image (background image for probability variation G105), and the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are finally stopped and displayed (determined stop display) at the reach losing number (here, "7, 6, 7"). This indicates to the player that he has not won the jackpot, and the game continues in a high-probability, high-base state.

<Chance Zone Performance> Next, an example of the execution of the chance zone performance will be described. FIGS. 44 and 45 are diagrams showing specific examples of chance zone effects. FIG. 44(A) shows a scene (effect pattern EZ1, This shows a scene in which EZ2 and EZ3 are displayed as confirmed stops. In this scene, four reservation icons HA (special map 2 reservation icon HA2) related to special map 2 are displayed (four special map 2 reservations are accumulated), and the fourth special map 2 of these is displayed. It is assumed that the execution of the chance zone performance is determined in the chance zone performance execution lottery based on the pre-read determination at the time of occurrence of suspension. That is, it is assumed that the fourth special figure 2 reservation is the target reservation of the chance zone effect.

When the next variable display starts from the state shown in FIG. 44(A), each special figure 2 hold icon HA2 shifts to the next (one next) display area as shown in FIG. 44(B). Is displayed. In other words, the first special figure 2 hold icon HA2 is displayed as the icon TA, and the second to fourth special figure 2 hold icons HA2 are displayed as the first to third special figure 2 hold icons HA2. Is displayed. The effect control microcomputer 121 executes the chance zone effect when the hold icon HA corresponding to this target hold is displayed in shift for the first time. Specifically, the background image displayed on the display unit 50a is changed from the probability change background image G105 (space background image) to the forest background image G70 (chance background image), and the character image of "CHANCE ZONE" is changed. A zone entry image G72 including the above is displayed at the center of the top, bottom, left and right of the display section 50a. The zone entry image G72 functions as a display suggesting that the chance zone effect has started (transition to the chance zone).

Then, as shown in FIG. 44(C), the production control microcomputer 121 displays the zone entry image G72 for a predetermined period of time (3 seconds in this embodiment) and then hides it. ” is displayed. The band image G74 is an image for clearly indicating that a chance zone performance is being performed. By executing the chance zone effect, the player is informed that there is a high probability of winning a certain probability jackpot (jackpot symbol 3) and a low probability of winning a regular jackpot (jackpot symbol 4). It is suggested (see FIGS. 36 and 37). In this embodiment, even if the chance zone effect is executed, there is a possibility of winning the normal jackpot, but a structure may also be adopted in which there is no possibility of winning the jackpot.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 45(A), while the chance zone effect is being executed (while the forest background image G70 is being displayed on the display unit 50a), the opportunity zone effect is triggered. A variable performance based on target retention is started. When a reach is formed with this variable effect, it will always be a reach with an ally symbol (for example, 7 symbols) as shown in Figure 45 (B), or a reach with a normal enemy symbol (for example, 7 symbols) as shown in Figure 45 (C). For example, it will be a reach with 2 symbols), and it will not be a reach with a strong enemy symbol (see Figure 37). In this way, in this form, even though the execution of the chance zone effect has increased the expectation of winning a guaranteed strange jackpot, the reach is formed with a strong enemy symbol, so it is difficult to imagine that you might have won the normal jackpot. This prevents the occurrence of situations where the students become discouraged and lose interest. In addition, in FIG. 45, the icon TA is a hold display related to the target hold that triggered the execution of the chance zone effect.

7-2. Effects of the First Embodiment As explained in detail above, according to the pachinko game machine PZ1 of the first embodiment, each of the fluctuatingly displayed performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 (decorative symbols) usually has a jackpot. Contains a strong enemy pattern (a production pattern with a pedestal DGK on which a strong enemy character is drawn) that is likely to lead to a win (non-probability variable jackpot win), and when set to the second probability variation production mode, the first probability variation production The number of powerful enemy symbols included in each effect symbol EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 is greater than when the mode is set (see FIGS. 33 and 34). Therefore, when the second probability variable performance mode is set, the player is given the disadvantageous feeling that a regular jackpot win is more likely to be derived than a probability variable jackpot win as a result of the variable production (specific production) that develops into a battle reach. (see FIG. 34), it is possible to stimulate the player's psychology so as to give a sense of tension to the game, and to improve the player's interest in the game.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PZ1 of the first embodiment, when a probability-variable jackpot win (predetermined conditions are satisfied), the jackpot gaming state (an example of an advantageous state) can be controlled to a high probability state (an example of a privilege state). , As a variable performance that develops into a battle reach, there is a time when a variable performance (high success performance) using a normal enemy symbol as a reach symbol is executed, which has a relatively high percentage of guaranteed variable jackpot wins, and a time when the percentage of guaranteed variable jackpot wins is relatively low. Since there are cases where a variable performance (low probability performance) is executed in which strong enemy symbols are used as reach symbols (see FIGS. 31 and 38), it is possible to increase interest in the types of symbols that form the reach, and the game It is possible to increase interest.

Further, according to the pachinko game machine PZ1 of the first embodiment, as a variation performance that develops into a battle reach, a variation in which strong enemy symbols with a relatively low percentage of probability-variable jackpot winnings (proportion in which a high probability state continues) is used as a reach symbol. When a performance (low probability performance) is executed, the execution of the chance zone performance based on the result of the look-ahead determination corresponding to this variable performance is restricted (see FIGS. 36 and 37). Therefore, it is possible to prevent the occurrence of a situation in which a fluctuating performance in which a strong enemy symbol is a reach symbol is executed and the player is disappointed even though the player has expectations through the execution of the chance zone performance.

7-3. Modification Example of the First Embodiment Hereinafter, a modification example of the pachinko gaming machine PZ1 of the first embodiment will be described. Of course, the configurations according to the modified examples may be combined as appropriate. Further, the technical features in the above embodiments and the modified examples described below can be deleted as appropriate unless they are described as essential in this specification.

In the first embodiment described above, the chance zone effect in which the background image is changed from the probability change background image G105 to the forest background image G70 is a look-ahead effect that is prohibited when a variable effect in which a strong enemy symbol is a reach symbol is executed. It has a certain structure. On the other hand, the look-ahead effect that is prohibited when a variable effect with a strong enemy symbol as a reach symbol is executed is a special display in which the display mode of the pending display (the pending icon HA, the icon TA) is different from the normal display mode. A jackpot can be achieved by changing the appearance of the hold display to suggest that the expectation of a jackpot is high, or by stopping and displaying the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 at a predetermined chance over one or several consecutive special symbol fluctuations. Other types of look-ahead effects may be used, such as a chance effect that suggests a high degree of expectation.

Further, even if a variable performance is performed using a strong enemy symbol as a reach symbol, a configuration may be adopted in which execution of the chance zone performance is not prohibited. With this kind of configuration, there will still be opportunities to be disappointed when a reach is formed with a strong enemy symbol even though the chance zone effect is executed, but there will be more opportunities to feel elated as the chance zone effect is executed. It is.

Furthermore, in the first embodiment described above, in both the first probability variable production mode and the second probability variable production mode, when a variable production using a strong enemy symbol as a reach symbol is executed, a predetermined look-ahead production (chance zone production) is executed. The configuration is such that it is prohibited. On the other hand, only when the second probability variable production mode (production mode in which the number of strong enemy symbols included in symbols 1 to 8 is greater than the first probability variation production mode) is the chance zone production executed. It is also possible to have a configuration in which this is prohibited. With this configuration, only in production modes where it seems likely that the reach symbol will become a strong enemy symbol from the player's perspective, the occurrence of the chance zone effect suggests that the reach will be achieved with a symbol other than the strong enemy symbol. Therefore, it can be expected to have the effect of alleviating the disadvantageous feeling of the second variable performance mode. Conversely, the chance zone effect can only be executed in the first variable probability production mode (a production mode in which the number of strong enemy symbols included in symbols 1 to 8 is smaller than the second probability variation production mode). It may also be a prohibited configuration. With such a configuration, even though from the player's point of view it seems unlikely that a reach symbol will become a strong enemy symbol, even though a chance zone effect has occurred, a reach pattern is formed with a strong enemy symbol. Although the degree of disappointment would be extremely great, it is possible to prevent such a situation from occurring and suppress the decline in interest in the game.

Further, in the first embodiment described above, the high probability state is a privilege state, but the time saving state may be a privilege state. In this case, winning a time-saving jackpot that controls the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game to a time-saving state corresponds to the predetermined condition. Alternatively, a time saving state in which the number of time saving times is n times (for example, 7 times) which is greater than x times (for example, 1 time) may be set as a privilege state. In this case, an example of the predetermined condition is winning a jackpot that triggers the transition to the time saving state for the number of time savings n times.

Further, in the first embodiment described above, the execution of the look-ahead effect (chance zone effect) is limited depending on the type of variable effect related to the special figure 2 in the high-accuracy, high-base state. , the present invention may be applied to a variable effect or a look-ahead effect related to the special figure 1 in a game state in which the game is mainly played by the lottery of the special figure 1.

Furthermore, in the above-described first embodiment, the fluctuating performance in which the normal enemy symbol is the reach symbol corresponds to the high-achieving performance. ), other effects such as a variable effect using an ally symbol as a reach symbol may be used.

Furthermore, in the above-described first embodiment, the distribution ratios in various lottery games, the content of each performance, etc. can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

8. Pachinko gaming machine 8-1 of the second embodiment. Configuration of Second Embodiment Next, regarding the pachinko gaming machine PZ2 of the second embodiment having a characteristic configuration, based on FIGS. Explain in detail. Note that the pachinko game machine PZ2 of the second embodiment, like the pachinko game machine PZ1 of the first embodiment described above, as shown in FIG. The types of jackpots that can be won in include jackpot symbol 1 and jackpot symbol 2, and the types of jackpot that can be won in the lottery of special symbol 2 based on winning in the second starting hole 12 include jackpot symbol 3 and jackpot symbol. 4 is included.

The pachinko gaming machine PZ2 of the second embodiment determines the special pattern 1 fluctuation pattern in accordance with the special pattern 1 fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 46 in the low probability low base gaming state. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 46, when the result of jackpot determination is "jackpot", the game control microcomputer 101 selects "jackpot symbol" even if the result of jackpot symbol type determination is "jackpot symbol 1". 2", as the special figure 1 variation pattern, "THP101" is selected at a rate of 55%, "THP103" is selected at a rate of 35%, and "THP105" is selected at a rate of 10%.

In addition, the game control microcomputer 101 selects "THP111" at a rate of 10% as the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern when the result of jackpot determination is not "jackpot" and the result of reach determination is "reach". , select "THP113" at a rate of 25%, and select "THP115" at a rate of 65%.

In addition, when the result of the jackpot determination is not a "jackpot" and the result of the reach determination is "no reach", the game control microcomputer 101 selects "THP121" and "THP122" as the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern. It is possible to determine one of two types. Which of these special figure 1 fluctuation patterns is determined is determined by the number of special figure 1 reservations.

When the number of special drawings 1 reserved is "0" to "2", "THP121" with a fluctuation time of 13000ms is selected at a rate of 95%, and "THP122" whose fluctuation time is 8000ms is selected at a rate of 5%. Select with . In addition, when the number of reserved special drawings 1 is "3" to "4", "THP121" with a fluctuation time of 13000ms is selected at a rate of 20%, and "THP122" with a fluctuation time of 8000ms is selected at a rate of 80%. Select by percentage. In other words, if the result of jackpot determination is "lose" and the result of reach determination is "no reach", the smaller the number of reserved special drawings 1, the easier it is to select a fluctuation pattern with a long fluctuation time. There is.

In addition, the distribution rate of each special figure fluctuation pattern can be changed as appropriate. Also, the types of special figure fluctuation patterns can be increased or decreased as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

Here, the special figure 1 fluctuation patterns "THP101" and "THP103" are "jackpot fluctuations" in which a reach is established and a battle performance is performed after a development performance. Among these, "THP001" is a "transformation battle jackpot variation" in which the main character transforms into a knight wearing armor in a developed production and challenges a battle with an enemy character, and "THP003" is a development production in which the main character transforms into a knight wearing armor and challenges the enemy character to a battle. This is a ``non-transformation battle jackpot variation'' where you take on a battle with an enemy character without transforming into a knight wearing a costume. In both the battle performance in the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP101" and the battle production in the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP103", the main character wins over the enemy character and a jackpot win is indicated. In addition, the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP105" is an "N jackpot variation" in which a reach is established and a jackpot is won with N reaches.

Moreover, the special figure 1 variation patterns "THP111" and "THP113" are "loss variations" in which a reach is established and a battle production is performed after a development production. Among these, "THP111" is a "transformation battle loss variation" in which the main character transforms into a knight wearing armor in a developed production and challenges a battle with an enemy character, and "THP113" is a development production in which the main character transforms into a knight wearing armor and challenges the enemy character to a battle. This is a ``non-transformation battle loss variation'' where you challenge an enemy character to battle without transforming into a knight wearing a costume. In both the battle performance in the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP111" and the battle production in the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP113", it is shown that the main character is defeated by the enemy character and is a loser. In addition, the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP115" is an "N loss variation" in which a reach is achieved and a loss is indicated at N reach and ends.

Moreover, the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP121" is the "normal X loss variation", and the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP122" is the "normal Y loss variation". These special figure 1 variation patterns are special figure variation patterns that end when a loss is indicated without the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 becoming a reach (that is, the reach effect is not executed).

In this embodiment, the special symbol 1 fluctuation pattern in the low probability low base gaming state is selected according to the distribution ratio shown in FIG. In other words, if a jackpot is won, the transformation battle jackpot variation (THP101) is most likely to be selected, the non-transformation battle jackpot variation (THP103) is the next most likely to be selected, and the N jackpot variation (THP105) is the least likely to be selected. On the other hand, in the case of a loss with reach, the transformation battle loss variation (THP111) is the least likely to be selected, the non-transformation battle loss variation (THP113) is the next least likely to be selected, and the N loss variation (THP115) is the least likely to be selected. easy. Therefore, a variable performance that develops into a battle performance functions as a performance in which the expectation level of winning a jackpot (jackpot winning expectation level) is higher than a variable performance that ends with N reach. Also, a battle performance in which a transformed main character battles an enemy character (battle performance of a transformation battle) is more effective than a battle performance in which an untransformed main character battles an enemy character (battle performance of a non-transformed battle). It functions as a performance with high expectations for winning the jackpot.

Next, the variable performance pattern related to special drawing 1 in the low probability low base game state will be explained based on FIG. 47. As shown in FIG. 47, in the low-probability, low-base game state, the production control microcomputer 121 determines that the special figure 1 variation pattern indicated by the special figure 1 variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP101 (transformation battle jackpot variation). ), the variable effect pattern SHP101 is selected at a rate of 60%, and the variable effect pattern SHP102 is selected at a rate of 40%. The variable performance pattern SHP101 is a variable performance pattern in which a transformed main character battles an enemy character X (enemy character X) and performs a battle performance in which the character wins. Further, the variable performance pattern SHP102 is a variable performance pattern that performs a battle performance in which the transformed main character fights and wins against the enemy character Y (enemy character Y).

In addition, when the special figure 1 variation pattern indicated by the special figure 1 variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP103 (non-transformation battle jackpot variation), the production control microcomputer 121 controls the variation production at a rate of 60%. Pattern SHP103 is selected, and variable effect pattern SHP104 is selected at a rate of 40%. The variable performance pattern SHP103 is a variable performance pattern in which a battle performance is performed in which the main character who has not transformed fights against the enemy character A (enemy character A) and wins. Further, the variable performance pattern SHP104 is a variable performance pattern that performs a battle performance in which the main character who has not transformed fights against enemy character B (enemy character B) and wins.

In addition, when the special figure 1 variation pattern indicated by the special figure 1 variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP105 (N jackpot variation), the production control microcomputer 121 controls the variation production pattern SHP105 at a rate of 100%. Select. The variable performance pattern SHP105 is a variable performance pattern in which the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed as doubles at N reach to indicate a jackpot win.

In addition, when the special figure 1 variation pattern indicated by the special figure 1 variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP111 (transformation battle loss variation), the production control microcomputer 121 controls the variation production pattern at a rate of 40%. SHP111 is selected, and variable effect pattern SHP112 is selected at a rate of 60%. The variable performance pattern SHP111 is a variable performance pattern in which a transformed main character battles an enemy character X (enemy character X) and performs a battle performance in which the character is defeated. Further, the variable performance pattern SHP112 is a variable performance pattern that performs a battle performance in which the transformed main character fights and loses the enemy character Y (enemy character Y).

In addition, when the special figure 1 variation pattern indicated by the special figure 1 variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP113 (non-transformation battle loss variation), the production control microcomputer 121 controls the variation production at a rate of 40%. Pattern SHP113 is selected, and variable effect pattern SHP114 is selected at a rate of 60%. The variable performance pattern SHP113 is a variable performance pattern in which a battle performance is performed in which the main character who has not transformed fights against an enemy character A (enemy character A) and loses. Further, the variable performance pattern SHP114 is a variable performance pattern that performs a battle performance in which the main character who has not transformed fights against the enemy character B (enemy character B) and loses.

In addition, when the special figure 1 variation pattern indicated by the special figure 1 variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP115 (N loss variation), the production control microcomputer 121 controls the variation production pattern SHP115 at a rate of 100%. Select. The variable performance pattern SHP115 is a variable performance pattern in which the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a random position at N reach, and the variable performance ends.

In addition, when the special figure 1 variation pattern indicated by the special figure 1 variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP121 (usually If SHP121 is selected and THP122 (normal Y loss variation), the variation effect pattern SHP122 is selected at a rate of 100%. The variable performance patterns SHP121 and SHP122 are both variable performance patterns in which the reach is not established and the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a random position and the variable performance ends.

In this manner, in this embodiment, the performance control microcomputer 121 selects the variable performance pattern related to the special symbol 1 in the low probability low base game state according to the variable performance pattern determination table shown in FIG. Therefore, as a variable performance of the transformation battle in which the transformed main character battles, when winning the jackpot, the battle with enemy character At times, a battle with enemy character Y (SHP 112) is easier to take place than a battle with enemy character X (SHP 111). Therefore, the variable presentation of the transformation battle in which the player battles enemy character X functions as a presentation with higher expectations for winning the jackpot than the variable presentation of the transformation battle in which he battles with enemy character Y.

In addition, as for the variable production of non-transformed battles in which the main character who has not transformed fights, when winning the jackpot, the battle with enemy character A (SHP103) is performed more than the battle with enemy character B (SHP104). If you lose, a battle with enemy character B (SHP 114) is easier than a battle with enemy character A (SHP 113). Therefore, the variable performance of a non-transformation battle in which a battle is fought with enemy character A functions as a performance with a higher expectation of winning a jackpot than the variable performance of a non-transformation battle in which a battle is fought with enemy character B.

Furthermore, between the variable presentation of a non-transformation battle where you battle enemy character A and the variable presentation of a transformation battle where you battle enemy character Y, it is assumed that the latter has a higher expectation of winning a jackpot than the former (Fig. 46). Therefore, when a reach is established in the variable performance and a development performance is performed, the player watches the performance with the expectation that the main character will transform. If the main character transforms, the player's expectations for winning the jackpot are further strengthened, and if the main character does not transform, the player is somewhat disappointed, although there is still a possibility of winning the jackpot.

Next, the reach establishment challenge performance will be explained. The pachinko gaming machine PZ2 of the second embodiment expects that the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 will be in the reach state in a fluctuating performance (an example of a notification performance) according to the fluctuation of the special symbol 1 in the low-accuracy, low-base state. It is possible to execute a reach establishment challenge effect. The reach establishment challenge performance is a performance in which the player operates the normal button 40 (an example of the operation unit) with the aim of making the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 reach the reach state (see FIGS. 49 and 50). More specifically, in the reach establishment challenge performance, the opportunity to operate the normal button 40 is given 5 times (predetermined number of times) (the operation performance that causes the normal button 40 to be operated occurs 5 times), and the performance is performed according to each operation. The control microcomputer 121 performs a lottery to determine whether a ready-to-win is established (ready-to-reach lottery), and if the winning lottery is won, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a ready-to-win state. When displaying the effect patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in a ready-to-reach state, the normal button 40 is vibrated. That is, until the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 are displayed in the ready-to-reach state, the probability of displaying the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 in the ready-to-reach state is equal to the probability of vibrating the normal button 40. Note that the effect of vibrating the normal button 40 is referred to as a button vibration effect. Normally, both the mode in which the button 40 vibrates (vibration mode) and the mode in which it does not vibrate (non-vibration mode) are types of modes of the operating section. The button vibration effect is an example of a change effect that changes the mode of the operating section.

Even if performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a ready-to-reach state before all five operation opportunities are exhausted in the reach establishment challenge performance, the remaining operation opportunities are granted. That is, for example, even if a reach is established in the third operation in the reach establishment challenge performance, the remaining two operation opportunities are granted. In the remaining two operations, the production control microcomputer 121 only performs a lottery (vibration lottery) as to whether or not to vibrate the normal button 40 based on the operation of the normal button 40. In other words, in the reach establishment challenge performance, before the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in the reach state, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in the reach state in response to the player's operation of the normal button 40. The normal button 40 may vibrate in response to the player's operation of the normal button 40 after the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a ready-to-reach state. .

The performance control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not to execute the reach challenge performance based on the lottery table shown in FIG. That is, when the performance control microcomputer 121 selects the variable performance pattern SHP103 (a variable performance pattern in which a non-transformation battle is performed to win against enemy character A), the performance control microcomputer 121 determines to execute the reach achievement challenge performance at a rate of 80%. , it is decided not to execute the reach establishment challenge effect at a rate of 20%. In addition, the performance control microcomputer 121 decides to execute the reach establishment challenge performance at a rate of 95% when the variable performance pattern SHP104 (variable performance pattern in which a non-transformation battle is performed to win against enemy character B) is selected. , it is decided not to execute the reach establishment challenge effect at a rate of 5%.

In addition, the performance control microcomputer 121 decides to execute the reach establishment challenge performance at a rate of 20% when the variable performance pattern SHP113 (variable performance pattern in which a non-transformation battle is performed in which the enemy character A is defeated) is selected. , it is decided not to execute the reach establishment challenge effect at a rate of 80%. In addition, the production control microcomputer 121 decides to execute the reach establishment challenge production at a rate of 2% when the variation production pattern SHP114 (variation production pattern in which a non-transformation battle is performed in which enemy character B is defeated) is selected. , it is decided not to execute the reach establishment challenge performance at a rate of 98%.

In addition, when the performance control microcomputer 121 selects the variable performance pattern SHP121 (a variable performance pattern that ends with a normal fluctuation of 13 seconds), the performance control microcomputer 121 decides to execute the reach establishment challenge performance at a rate of 10%. , it is decided not to execute the reach establishment challenge effect at a rate of 90%.

In addition, the performance control microcomputer 121 is used to create variable performance patterns that perform transformation battles (SHP101, SHP102, SHP111, SHP112, see Figure 47), variable performance patterns that end with N reach (SHP105, SHP115), and normal fluctuations of 8 seconds. If the variable performance pattern (SHP122) that ends with is selected, the reach establishment challenge performance will not be executed. In other words, in this embodiment, when a reach establishment challenge effect is executed and a battle effect is performed, the battle effect is always one of two types of non-transformation battle effects (a battle effect in which a battle is fought with enemy character A). , or a battle performance in which a battle is fought with enemy character B) has been selected. The reason for doing this is as follows.

That is, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 48, the reach establishment challenge effect is higher in the variable effects based on jackpot wins (SHP103, SHP104) than in the variable effects based on losses (SHP113, SHP114, SHP121). executed with probability. Therefore, the reach establishment challenge performance functions as a performance that suggests that the level of expectation for a jackpot is high, or a performance that makes the player expect to be controlled to a jackpot gaming state (an example of an advantageous state). As mentioned above, if a battle performance is performed and the main character does not transform in the previous development performance, the player may be disappointed because he or she is less likely to expect to win the jackpot than if he had transformed. There is. Therefore, in this embodiment, when a battle effect of a non-transformation battle is performed, a reach establishment challenge effect may be executed with the execution probability shown in FIG. 48. As a result, even if a battle performance is performed for a non-transformation battle, if a reach establishment challenge performance is performed before that, you can watch the battle performance with full expectations of winning a jackpot. As a result, it is expected that interest in gaming will increase. Note that the reach establishment challenge performance is an example of an opportunity performance.

Also, among the battle effects of non-transformation battles, when a battle effect is executed in which a battle is performed with enemy character B, who has a relatively low expectation of winning a jackpot, it is better to fight with enemy character A, who has a relatively high expectation of winning a jackpot. Compared to the case where a battle performance in which a battle is performed, the reach establishment challenge performance is performed as a performance with a higher expectation of winning a jackpot (see FIG. 48). Therefore, even if a battle performance is executed for a non-transformation battle in which a battle is fought with enemy character B, since the reach establishment challenge performance is performed before that, players can play this battle with full expectations of winning the jackpot. It is now possible to see the performance, which is expected to increase interest in the game.

In addition, in this embodiment, even if the variable effect pattern SHP121 (a variable effect pattern in which a reach that ends with a normal variation of 13 seconds is not established) is selected, the reach establishment challenge effect may be executed. ing. This is to prevent the execution of the reach establishment challenge performance from becoming a definitive notification of the reach establishment.

Here, in the operation performance that occurs five times in the reach establishment challenge performance, where to put the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 in the reach state is determined by a lottery according to the operation of the normal button 40. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 48, the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the performance control based on the operation of the normal button 40 when the non-transformation battle changes based on the jackpot winning (fluctuating performance patterns SHP103, SHP104). With this, a reach is achieved with a reach probability of 33.3%. In addition, if the non-transformation battle changes based on a loss (variable performance patterns SHP113, SHP114), the performance control microcomputer 121 performs a reach with a 25% probability of achieving a reach based on the operation of the normal button 40. Make it happen. In addition, the production control microcomputer 121 will not establish a reach even if the normal button 40 is operated if it is a normal variation of 13 seconds based on a loss (variation production pattern SHP121) (reach establishment probability is 0%). ). In addition, even though it is a non-transformation battle variation (variation production pattern SHP103, SHP104, SHP113, SHP114), if a lottery result indicating that reach is established in any of the 5 operation productions is not obtained, The production control microcomputer 121 displays production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in a ready-to-reach state in response to the operation of the normal button 40 in the fifth operation production.

Further, the performance control microcomputer 121 vibrates the normal button 40 when displaying the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in a ready-to-win state in the ready-to-win challenge performance. In other words, before the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 take the ready-to-reach state in the variable performance, the lottery for establishing a reach is also a vibration lottery for vibrating the button 40, and the performance control microcomputer 121 It can be said that a vibrating lottery is being conducted in which the normal button 40 is vibrated with the same winning probability as the winning probability. The vibration of the normal button 40 when displaying the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in a ready-to-reach state functions as a presentation to celebrate the establishment of a ready-to-reach state. In addition, the probability of achieving a reach (vibration probability of the normal button 40) is higher in the reach establishment challenge performance in the jackpot variation than in the reach establishment challenge production in the loss variation, so the operation requires less reach establishment (vibration of the normal button 40). If you can make it happen a certain number of times, you can expect to win a jackpot even more.

Further, even after the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in the ready-to-reach state in the reach establishment challenge performance, if all five operation performances are not completed, the remaining operation performances are executed. Then, in response to the operation of the normal button 40 in the remaining operation effects, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs a vibration lottery of the normal button 40. The probability determined by vibrating the normal button 40 in the vibrating lottery after a reach is established (probability of winning the vibrating lottery) is different from the winning probability of the vibrating lottery before the reach is established (same probability as the probability of establishing a reach). Specifically, in a reach establishment challenge performance that involves fluctuations in non-transformation battles based on jackpot wins, the winning probability of a vibration lottery after a reach is established (33.3%) is higher than the winning probability of a vibration lottery before a reach is established (33.3%). 50%) is higher. On the other hand, in a reach establishment challenge performance that involves fluctuations in non-transformation battles based on losses, the winning probability of a vibration lottery after a reach is established (15%) is higher than the winning probability of a vibration lottery before a reach is established (25%). It's getting lower. In other words, the vibration probability of the normal button 40 after a reach is not only higher when the jackpot is won than when it is a loss, but also when the jackpot is won, the vibration probability of the normal button 40 is higher than before the reach is achieved. 40 becomes more likely to vibrate, and in the case of a loss, the normal button 40 is less likely to vibrate than before the reach is established. Therefore, the vibration of the normal button 40 after the reach is established functions as an effect that suggests that the expectation of winning the jackpot is high. Therefore, the player is given the pleasure of operating the normal button 40 in the operation performance even after the reach is established in the reach establishment challenge performance, and the game's interest is improved. In addition, in the reach establishment challenge performance, a button vibration performance in which the normal button 40 vibrates in response to the operation of the normal button 40 may occur, so it can be said that the reach establishment challenge performance is a performance that includes a button vibration performance. .

Next, an example of execution of a reach establishment challenge performance and a battle performance (an example of a specific performance) will be described based on FIGS. 49 to 55.

<Reach-achieving challenge performance> In the low-accuracy, low-base state, the performance control microcomputer 121 can execute the reach-achieving challenge performance. In the variable performance in which it is decided to execute the reach establishment challenge performance, the performance control microcomputer 121 immediately starts the variable display of the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 (FIGS. 49(A) and (B)), and executes the reach establishment challenge performance. Execute (FIG. 49(C)). In the reach establishment challenge production, first, a text image G80 that says "Press the button to reach the reach (5 chances)" is displayed. This character image G80 is an effect indicating the start of execution of the reach establishment challenge effect, and is an effect indicating the content of the reach establishment challenge effect. The performance control microcomputer 121 displays the character image G80 for a predetermined period of time (for example, about 2 seconds) and then hides it, and then performs the first operation performance as shown in FIG. 49(D). In the operation performance, an operation promotion image G81 that prompts the player to operate the normal button 40, a validity period image G82 indicating the operation validity period, and a remaining number of times image G83 indicating the remaining number of operations in the reach establishment challenge performance are displayed. be done.

When the normal button 40 is operated in the first operation performance, the performance control microcomputer 121 performs a lottery to determine whether a li-zhi will be achieved with the li-zhi probability shown in FIG. In this example, it is assumed that it is decided not to establish a reach in the lottery when the normal button 40 is operated for the first time. In this case, in response to the operation of the normal button 40, the left effect pattern EZ1 and the right effect pattern EZ3 are changed to different types of effect patterns, while the middle effect pattern EZ2 is displayed in a variable manner, as shown in FIG. 49(E). (For example, the display stops at 4 symbols and 8 symbols). This indicates that the reach was not established. In addition, since the lottery for establishing a li-zhi also serves as a vibration lottery for the normal button 40, when the li-chi is not established, the performance control microcomputer 121 does not vibrate the normal button 40 (FIG. 49(E)).

Immediately after the first operation performance (FIGS. 49(D) and (E)) ends, the performance control microcomputer 121 displays all the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in a variable manner again, and executes the second operation performance. (Figure 49(F)). Even when the normal button 40 is operated in the second operation performance, a lottery is held to determine whether a reach is established. In this example, it is assumed that it is decided not to establish a reach even in the lottery when the normal button 40 is operated for the second time. Therefore, even when the normal button 40 is operated in the second operation performance, as shown in FIG. ) is displayed in a stopped state to indicate that reach has not been achieved, and the button 40 normally does not vibrate.

Immediately after the second operation performance (FIGS. 49 (F) and (G)) is completed, the performance control microcomputer 121 displays all the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in a variable manner again, and executes the third operation performance. (Figure 49(H)). Even when the normal button 40 is operated in the third operation performance, a lottery is held to determine whether a reach is established. In this example, it is assumed that it is decided to establish a reach in the lottery when the normal button 40 is operated for the third time. In this case, in response to the operation of the normal button 40, the left effect pattern EZ1 and the right effect pattern EZ3 are changed to the same type of effect pattern ( For example, 3 symbols) is stopped and displayed, and a character image G84 of "Reach!" is displayed above the right effect symbol EZ3. This indicates that reach has been achieved. Further, with the establishment of this reach, the performance control microcomputer 121 vibrates the normal button 40 (FIG. 50(A)). The establishment of this reach and the vibration of the normal button 40 suggest that a battle production of a non-transformation battle will develop.

The reach establishment challenge performance includes five opportunities to operate the normal button 40. Therefore, even after the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 enter the ready-to-reach state in the third operation performance (FIGS. 49(H) and 50(A)), the remaining two operation performances occur. Therefore, as soon as the third operation performance is finished, the performance control microcomputer 121 starts the fourth operation performance as shown in FIG. Execute. In the operation performance after the reach is achieved, an additional image G85 having characters "Not yet" is added to the operation promotion image G81. This indicates to the player that the normal button 40 should be operated even after the reach is established.

When the normal button 40 is operated in the fourth operation performance, only a lottery is performed as to whether the normal button 40 should be vibrated. In this example, it is assumed that in the lottery when the normal button 40 is operated for the fourth time, it is decided not to vibrate the normal button 40. In this case, even if the normal button 40 is operated, as shown in FIG. 50(C), the image related to the operation effect, such as the operation promotion image G81, is simply hidden, and the normal button 40 does not vibrate.

Immediately after the fourth operation performance (FIGS. 50(B) and (C)) is completed, the performance control microcomputer 121 displays the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in the reach state as shown in FIG. 50(D). Then, the fifth (last) operation performance is executed. Even when the normal button 40 is operated in the fifth operation performance, a lottery is held to determine whether the normal button 40 is to be vibrated. In this example, it is assumed that in the lottery when the normal button 40 is operated for the fifth time, it is decided to vibrate the normal button 40. In this case, in response to the operation of the normal button 40, as shown in FIG. 50(E), the image of the operation effect such as the operation promotion image G81 is hidden, and the normal button 40 is vibrated. The vibration of the normal button 40 after this reach is established indicates to the player that the expectation of winning a jackpot is high. Note that the vibration of the normal button 40 after a reach is established is more likely to occur when winning a jackpot than when winning a jackpot, as shown in FIG. The election has given rise to high expectations.

Upon completion of the fifth operation performance (FIGS. 50(D) and 50(E)), the reach establishment challenge performance ends. Reach establishment If the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are in the reach state at the end of the challenge performance (when the reach is established), the development performance will continue as shown in FIG. 50(F). It will be executed.

<Development performance> When developing a battle performance in a variable performance, the development performance is performed after the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are placed in a ready-to-reach state and before starting the battle performance. In the development performance, the player is shown what type of battle performance the game will develop into. Specifically, in the development performance, first, as shown in FIG. 51(A), the performance control microcomputer 121 moves the left performance pattern EZ1 and the right performance pattern EZ3 forming the reach to the upper part of the display section 50a. While the main character is transforming, an image showing how the main character is about to transform is displayed on the display section 50a.

If the variable performance being executed is based on any of the variable performance patterns SHP103, SHP104, SHP113, and SHP114 (variable performance pattern that performs a battle performance of a non-transformation battle), the performance shown in FIG. 51(A) Subsequently, an image showing that the main character has not been transformed (an image of the main character that has not been transformed) is displayed on the display unit 50a (FIG. 51(B)). This suggests to the player that a battle performance of a non-transformation battle will be performed.

On the other hand, if the variable effect being executed is based on any of the variable effect patterns SHP101, SHP102, SHP111, and SHP112 (variable effect pattern that performs the battle effect of the transformation battle), the state in which the main character transforms will be displayed. The image shown (an image of the main character transformed into a knight wearing armor) is displayed on the display unit 50a (FIG. 51(C)). This suggests to the player that a battle performance of a transformation battle will be performed.

When the effect shown in FIG. 51(B) (that is, the effect displaying the image of the untransformed main character) is performed, the effect control microcomputer 121 then performs the effect shown in FIG. 51(D). , whether the enemy character in the battle performance of the non-transformation battle (an example of the second specific performance) is enemy character A (the character on the left in FIG. 51(D)) or enemy character B (the character on the right in FIG. 51(D)). ) is performed (a performance to provoke the opponent).

On the other hand, when the effect shown in FIG. 51(C) (that is, the effect displaying the image of the transformed main character) is performed, the effect control microcomputer 121 subsequently performs the effect shown in FIG. 51(E). , whether the enemy character in the battle performance of the transformation battle (an example of the first specific performance) is enemy character X (the character on the left in FIG. 51(E)) or enemy character Y (the character on the right in FIG. 51(E)). Perform a performance to show whether this is the case (a performance that provokes the opponent). Note that it is assumed that the performance that provokes the opponent is a development performance. From the perspective of the player, the advanced performance can be said to be a performance in which the type of battle performance to be executed from now on is selected.

In addition, in the pachinko game machine PZ2 of this embodiment, it is suggested that in the development performance when the reach establishment challenge performance is being performed, it will always develop into a battle performance of a non-transformation battle (Fig. 51 (A) (B)) ( The effects shown in D) are executed), and there is no indication that the process will develop into a battle effect of the transformation battle (the effects shown in FIGS. 51A, 51C, and 51E are never executed). Even if it is suggested in the development production that the battle production will develop into a non-transformation battle (even if the production shown in Figures 51 (A), (B), and (D) is executed), a reach establishment challenge is required before this development production. If the performance is being performed, the expectation of winning the jackpot is sufficiently high, so the player can watch the battle performance of the non-transformation battle with strong expectations.

<Battle Effect> As shown in FIG. 52(A), when an opponent inciting effect is executed to incite whether the enemy character in the battle effect is enemy character A or enemy character B, this variable effect is a variable effect pattern. If it is based on SHP103 or SHP113 (variable effect pattern of battle effect in a non-transformation battle in which a battle is fought with enemy character A), the effect control microcomputer 121 will control the effect between enemy character A and Start the battle performance where the battle will take place. Specifically, an effect image indicating that the untransformed main character starts a battle with the enemy character A is displayed on the display unit 50a (FIG. 52(B)).

Then, an image of a battle scene in which the untransformed main character attacks the enemy character A is displayed on the display section 50a (FIG. 52(C)), and a win/win situation is reached. If the variable performance being executed is based on the variable performance pattern SHP103 (variable performance pattern based on jackpot winning), as shown in FIG. An image showing a state of winning is displayed on the display section 50a, and performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed as a zero. This indicates to the player that he has won the jackpot.

On the other hand, if the variable performance being executed is based on the variable performance pattern SHP113 (variable performance pattern based on loss), the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the main character An image showing a state of being defeated by an enemy character A is displayed on a display section 50a, and performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed at losing eyes (reach losing eyes). This indicates to the player that the result of the special drawing lottery was a loss.

Furthermore, when an opponent inciting effect (see FIG. 52(A)) that incites whether the enemy character is enemy character A or enemy character B in a battle effect is executed, this variable effect is changed to the variable effect pattern SHP104 or SHP114 ( As shown in FIG. 53(A), if the performance control microcomputer 121 is based on the variable performance pattern of the battle performance of a non-transformation battle in which a battle is fought with enemy character B, Start the performance. Specifically, an effect image indicating that the untransformed main character starts a battle with enemy character B is displayed on the display unit 50a (FIG. 53(A)).

Then, an image of a battle scene in which the untransformed main character attacks the enemy character B is displayed on the display section 50a (FIG. 53(B)), and a win/win situation is reached. If the variable performance being executed is based on the variable performance pattern SHP104 (variable performance pattern based on jackpot winning), the performance control microcomputer 121 controls whether the main character is enemy character B or An image showing a state of winning is displayed on the display section 50a, and performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed as a zero. This indicates to the player that he has won the jackpot.

On the other hand, if the variable performance being executed is based on the variable performance pattern SHP114 (variable performance pattern based on loss), the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the main character An image showing how the player is defeated by the enemy character B is displayed on the display section 50a, and performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed at losing eyes (reach losing eyes). This indicates to the player that the result of the special drawing lottery was a loss.

Furthermore, at the end of the development performance, as shown in FIG. If it is based on the variable effect pattern SHP101 or SHP111 (the variable effect pattern for the battle effect of a transformation battle in which a battle is fought with enemy character X), as shown in FIG. Start a battle performance where you battle with X. Specifically, an effect image indicating that the transformed main character starts a battle with the enemy character X is displayed on the display unit 50a (FIG. 54(B)). The battle performance with enemy character X is the most likely to win a jackpot among the four types of battle performances (battle with enemy character Since this is a highly sophisticated effect (see Figures 46 and 47), the player can win a jackpot by executing the effect indicating that a battle will start with enemy character X (the effect shown in Figure 54 (B)). Expectations are high.

In a battle performance in which a battle is fought with enemy character X, the performance control microcomputer 121 displays an image of a battle scene in which the transformed main character attacks enemy character is displayed on the display section 50a (FIG. 54(C)), and a win/loss branch is reached. If the variable performance being executed is based on the variable performance pattern SHP101 (variable performance pattern based on jackpot winning), the performance control microcomputer 121 controls whether the main character is the enemy character An image showing a state of winning is displayed on the display section 50a, and performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed as doubles. This indicates to the player that he has won the jackpot.

On the other hand, if the fluctuating performance being executed is based on the fluctuating performance pattern SHP111 (fluctuating performance pattern based on loss), the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the main character An image showing a state of being defeated by an enemy character X is displayed on a display section 50a, and performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed at losing eyes (reach losing eyes). This indicates to the player that the result of the special drawing lottery was a loss.

Furthermore, at the end of the development effect, if an opponent incitement effect (see FIG. 54(A)) is executed to incite whether the enemy character in the battle effect is enemy character X or enemy character Y, this variable effect If it is based on the pattern SHP102 or SHP112 (a variable effect pattern for a battle effect for a transformation battle in which a battle is fought with an enemy character Y), the effect control microcomputer 121 is configured to perform a battle effect between the enemy character Y and Start the battle performance where the battle will take place. Specifically, an effect image indicating that the transformed main character starts a battle with the enemy character Y is displayed on the display unit 50a (FIG. 55(A)).

In a battle performance in which a battle is fought with enemy character Y, the performance control microcomputer 121 displays an image of a battle scene in which the transformed main character attacks enemy character Y, etc., after displaying the image shown in FIG. 55(A). is displayed on the display section 50a (FIG. 55(B)), and a win/loss branch is reached. If the variable performance being executed is based on the variable performance pattern SHP102 (variable performance pattern based on jackpot winning), as shown in FIG. An image showing a state of winning is displayed on the display section 50a, and performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed as a zero. This indicates to the player that he has won the jackpot.

On the other hand, if the variable performance being executed is based on the variable performance pattern SHP112 (variable performance pattern based on loss), the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the main character An image showing the defeat of the enemy character Y by the enemy character Y is displayed on the display section 50a, and performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed at losing eyes (reach losing eyes). This indicates to the player that the result of the special drawing lottery was a loss.

8-2. Effects of the Second Embodiment As explained in detail above, according to the pachinko gaming machine PZ2 of the second embodiment, the rate at which the normal button 40 vibrates in response to the operation of the normal button 40 (the execution rate of the button vibration effect) ) is different before and after the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 take the reach state (see Fig. 48), so the normal button 40 is pressed before and after the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 take the reach state. This will make a difference in the enjoyment of operating the machine, and is expected to increase interest.

Further, according to the pachinko game machine PZ2 of the second embodiment, the button vibration effect that vibrates the normal button 40 in response to the operation of the normal button 40 is a reach establishment challenge effect (opportunity effect) that makes you expect control to a jackpot game state. ), and when this reach establishment challenge performance is executed, it is not the battle performance of the transformation battle (first specific performance), but the battle performance of the non-transformation battle that has a lower jackpot expectation ( 2nd specific effect) is executed (see FIGS. 48 to 50). Therefore, even when a battle performance of a non-transformation battle, which has a lower jackpot expectation than that of a transformation battle, is performed, the degree of disappointment is alleviated and the level of interest is reduced by the execution of the reach establishment challenge performance. It is possible to prevent the decline.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko game machine PZ2 of the second embodiment, when a reach establishment challenge performance and a battle performance of a non-transformation battle are performed, a case where a reach establishment challenge performance is not performed and a battle performance of a non-transformation battle is performed. Since the expectation level of jackpot is higher than the level of expectation of jackpot (see Figure 48), even when a battle production of a non-transformation battle with a low expectation of jackpot among battle productions is performed, a reach establishment challenge production is performed. It is possible to make the player fully expect that the game will be controlled into a jackpot game state, and an increase in interest can be expected.

8-3. Modification example of the second embodiment Hereinafter, a modification example of the pachinko gaming machine PZ2 of the second embodiment will be described. Of course, the configurations according to the modified examples may be combined as appropriate. Further, the technical features in the above embodiment and the modification example described below can be appropriately combined with the configuration of the pachinko gaming machine PZ1 of the first embodiment and its modification example as long as it does not interfere with the game. Note that the technical features in the above-mentioned form and the following modification examples can be deleted as appropriate unless they are described as essential in this specification.

In the above-mentioned second embodiment, in the reach establishment challenge production, the operation of the operation part (normal button 40) before the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 take the reach state, and the operation of the operation part after they take the reach state. Although the configuration was adopted in which the rate at which the operating unit vibrates is different, a configuration may be adopted in which the rate at which the light emitting unit (such as an LED) built in the operating unit emits light is different depending on the operation of the operating unit. In this case, the light emitting mode in which the operating section emits light and the non-light emitting mode in which the operating section does not emit light correspond to the mode of the operating section, and the light emitting effect in which the operating section emits light corresponds to the changing effect. In addition, in addition to vibration/non-vibration of the operation part, the state of the operation part that changes in the change performance is rotation / non-rotation of the operation part, movement operation / non-operation (standby) in a predetermined direction, reciprocation along a predetermined direction. Operation/non-operation (standby) can be changed as appropriate.

In addition, in the second embodiment, the operation part that is the target of the operation before the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 take the ready-to-reach state and the operation after they take the ready-to-reach state is the normal button 40, but the special button 41, etc. It is also possible to use another operation section.

In addition, in the second embodiment, two types of battle effects (first specific effects) for the transformation battle in which the transformed main character battles are provided: one in which the main character fights against enemy character X, and one in which he fights against enemy character Y. A configuration may be adopted in which only one of these types can be executed, or a configuration may be provided in which another type, such as one in which the character fights against enemy character Z, is provided.

Furthermore, in the second embodiment, there are two types of battle effects (second specific effects) for non-transformed battles in which the main character who has not transformed fights: one in which the main character fights against enemy character A, and one in which he fights against enemy character B. However, a configuration may be adopted in which only one of them can be executed, or a configuration may be provided in which another type, such as one in which the enemy character C fights, is provided.

In addition, in the second embodiment, when the reach establishment challenge performance is executed and the battle performance is executed, the battle performance of a non-transformation battle is always executed, but the battle performance of a transformation battle may not be executed. A certain configuration may also be used. That is, a configuration may be adopted in which the battle performance when the reach establishment challenge performance is executed may be selected from among the battle performances (first specific performance) of the transformation battle.

In addition, in the second embodiment, the battle performance in which the main character engages in a battle with the enemy character and the winner or loser is announced based on the outcome is defined as a specific performance. There may be. Specifically, for example, a first cut-in preview effect that displays an image of the main character, and a second cut-in preview effect that displays an image of an enemy character (a preview effect with lower jackpot expectations than the first cut-in preview effect) ), and the first cut-in preview performance includes a blue first cut-in preview performance with a blue border of the image, and a red first cut-in notice performance with a red border of the image (a blue first cut-in preview performance with a red border of the image). There is a first cut-in preview (which has higher expectations for a jackpot than the in-game preview), and a second cut-in preview (with a blue border around the image) and a second cut-in preview (with a red border around the image). A configuration may also be provided in which there is a red second cut-in preview performance (a second cut-in preview performance with higher jackpot expectations than the blue second cut-in preview performance).

In addition, in the second embodiment, even if a reach establishment challenge performance is not performed, a reach is established in a variable performance and a battle performance of a non-transformation battle is executed. In the variable performance in which the performance is executed, the reach establishment challenge performance may be configured to be executed without fail. With this configuration, it is possible to further suppress the player's disappointment when the main character does not transform.

In addition, in the second embodiment, the reach establishment challenge performance (opportunity performance) that makes people expect a jackpot game state includes a change performance (button vibration performance) that changes the mode of the operation part, but the change performance (button vibration performance) ) does not have to be executed as an effect that makes the player expect a jackpot game state. This is because, regardless of the level of jackpot expectation, even the effect of vibrating the operating section (normal button 40) can be expected to have a certain effect of enlivening the game.

In addition, in the second embodiment, in a fluctuating performance based on a jackpot win, the probability that the normal button 40 vibrates in response to an operation after a reach is established is higher than the probability that the normal button 40 vibrates in response to an operation before a reach is established in a reach establishment challenge performance. There is a higher probability that the normal button 40 will vibrate in response to a reach, and in a variable performance based on a loss, the probability that the normal button 40 will vibrate after a reach is achieved is higher than the probability that the normal button 40 will vibrate in response to an operation before a reach is achieved in a reach establishment challenge performance. Although the configuration is such that the probability that the normal button 40 vibrates in response to the operation is lower (see FIG. 48), the probability of occurrence of the button vibration effect (change effect) can be changed as appropriate. Specifically, for example, whether it is a variable performance based on a jackpot win or a variable performance based on a loss, the probability that the normal button 40 will vibrate in response to an operation before a reach is established in a reach establishment challenge performance is higher than the probability that the button 40 will vibrate after a reach is established. A configuration may be adopted in which the probability that the normal button 40 vibrates in response to the operation is higher or conversely lower. However, in either configuration, it is preferable to adopt a configuration in which the probability that the normal button 40 vibrates is higher in the variable performance based on a jackpot win than in the variable performance based on a loss. This is because the vibration of the normal button 40 can function as a suggestion that the jackpot expectation is high. If this is not taken into consideration, the probability that the normal button 40 will vibrate in response to an operation before a reach is established in the reach establishment challenge performance will also be the same as the probability that the normal button 40 will vibrate in response to an operation after a reach is established. Regarding the probability of winning, it may be configured such that the same probability is taken for the fluctuating performance based on a jackpot win and the fluctuating performance based on a loss.

Further, in the second embodiment, the number of times the operation performance occurs in the reach establishment challenge performance can be changed as appropriate as long as it is a plurality of times.

9. Pachinko game machine 9-1 of third embodiment. Configuration of Third Embodiment Next, regarding the pachinko gaming machine PZ3 of the third embodiment having a characteristic configuration, based on FIGS. Explain in detail. As shown in FIG. 56, the pachinko game machine PZ3 of the third embodiment has a gate 13, which is arranged in the right gaming area 6B and through which a game ball hit to the right can pass, as a passage opening that triggers the lottery of normal symbols. In addition, it is provided with a second gate 18 which is arranged in the left game area 6A and through which a game ball hit to the left can pass. The second gate 18 is provided with a second gate sensor 18a that can detect passage of a game ball. When the game ball passes through the second gate 18 (when the second gate sensor 18a detects the game ball), the game control microcomputer 101 performs the same processing as when the game ball passes through the gate 13. I do. That is, the game control microcomputer 101 obtains a normal figure related random number (see FIG. 10(A)) based on passage to the second gate 18. In addition, in this embodiment, the upper limit of the number of general drawings that can be stored in the general drawing holding storage unit 106 (the number of general drawings pending) is "4".

Next, the "hit determination table", "auxiliary game control table", "normal pattern variation pattern determination table", and "normal pattern pre-reading determination table" according to the third embodiment will be explained based on FIG. 57. The pachinko game machine PZ3 of the third embodiment uses the normal pattern related random numbers (normal pattern random numbers) obtained based on the passage of the game ball to the gate 13 or the second gate 18 to the hit determination table shown in FIG. 57(A). A normal symbol lottery is performed by making a judgment according to the following. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 57(A), in the non-time-saving state, if the value of the normal symbol random number is 1 to 1100, it is determined that the "first winning symbol" has been won, and the value of the normal symbol random number is If it is 1101 to 6600, it is determined that the "second winning symbol" has been won, and if the value of the normal symbol random number is not between 1 and 6600, it is determined that it is a loss (it is a losing symbol). On the other hand, in the time saving state, the gaming control microcomputer 101 determines that the "first winning symbol" has been won if the normal symbol random number value is 1 to 1100, and if the normal symbol random number value is 1101 to 55936. If so, it is determined that the "second winning symbol" has been won, and if the value of the normal symbol random number is not between 1 and 55936, it is determined that it is a loss (a losing symbol). As described above, in this embodiment, the probability of winning the normal symbol lottery in the time-saving state is much higher than the winning probability of the normal symbol lottery in the non-time-saving state. In addition, in this embodiment, there are two types of winning symbols that can be won in the normal symbol lottery: a first winning symbol and a second winning symbol. Differences in the types of winning symbols affect the opening pattern of the electric chew 12D (an example of a variable ball entry device) in the auxiliary game.

Specifically, in the pachinko game machine PZ3 of the third embodiment, as shown in FIG. If the first winning symbol is won), an auxiliary game is executed in which the electric chew 12D is released once for 4000ms, and if the normal symbol is stopped and displayed as the second winning symbol (the second winning symbol is won in the normal symbol lottery). ), an auxiliary game is executed in which the electric chew 12D is opened once for 8 ms. Therefore, in the non-time saving state, in the auxiliary game based on the first winning symbol, the player can enter the game ball into the second starting port 12 related to the electric chew 12D by hitting right, but In the auxiliary game based on the 2 winning symbol, even if the player hits right, it is impossible or extremely difficult to enter the game ball into the second starting port 12 because the opening time of the electric chew 12D is extremely short. .

On the other hand, in the time saving state, the pachinko game machine PZ3 of the third embodiment operates the electric chew 12D regardless of whether the normal symbol is stopped and displayed at the first winning symbol or when it is stopped and displayed at the second winning symbol. An auxiliary game is executed in which the game is opened once for 4000ms. Therefore, in the time saving state, whether it is an auxiliary game based on the first winning symbol or an auxiliary game based on the second winning symbol, the player can open the second starting port 12 related to the electric chew 12D by hitting right. It is possible to easily enter the game ball into the ball.

Note that the opening of the electric chew 12D based on the first winning symbol in the non-time saving state is referred to as long opening of the electric chew 12D in the non-time saving state.

Next, the normal symbol variation pattern (normal symbol variation pattern) will be explained based on FIG. 57(C). As shown in FIG. 57(C), in the pachinko game machine PZ3 of the third embodiment, when the result of the normal symbol lottery in the non-time saving state is the first winning symbol, the game control microcomputer 101 Select the normal pattern fluctuation pattern FHP001 of the normal pattern fluctuation time. Further, the game control microcomputer 101 selects the normal pattern fluctuation pattern FHP002 with a normal pattern fluctuation time of 30 seconds when the result of the normal symbol lottery in the non-time saving state is the second winning symbol. Furthermore, if the result of the normal symbol lottery in the non-time saving state is a losing symbol, the game control microcomputer 101 selects the regular symbol fluctuation pattern FHP003 with a regular symbol fluctuation time of 13 seconds at a rate of 2%, and selects the regular symbol fluctuation pattern FHP003 with a regular symbol fluctuation time of 13 seconds at a rate of 2%, The normal pattern fluctuation pattern FHP004 with a normal pattern fluctuation time of 30 seconds is selected. The normal pattern fluctuation pattern random number used for selecting the normal pattern fluctuation pattern is acquired by the game control microcomputer 101 when the game ball passes through the gate 13 or the second gate 18, and is stored in the normal pattern holding storage section 106 along with the normal pattern random number. It is assumed that the The ordinary symbol fluctuation pattern random number is included in the ordinary symbol related random number as well as the ordinary symbol random number.

When the normal pattern fluctuation pattern FHP001 is selected, and when the normal pattern fluctuation pattern FHP003 is selected, the normal pattern fluctuation display is performed unless a predetermined prohibition condition (described in detail later) is satisfied. A roulette effect is executed in accordance with the above. The roulette performance is a performance that can make the user expect to open the electric chew 12D for a long time in a non-time saving state. The roulette performance will be described later.

Furthermore, in the pachinko game machine PZ3 of the third embodiment, the game control microcomputer 101, as shown in FIG. The general figure fluctuation pattern FHP101 of the ordinary figure fluctuation time is selected. Further, the game control microcomputer 101 selects the normal pattern fluctuation pattern FHP102 with the normal pattern fluctuation time of 5 seconds even when the result of the normal symbol lottery in the time saving state is the second winning symbol. Further, the game control microcomputer 101 selects the normal pattern fluctuation pattern FHP104 with a normal pattern fluctuation time of 5 seconds even when the result of the normal symbol lottery in the time saving state is a losing symbol. That is, in the time saving state, whether the result of the normal symbol lottery is a hit or a loss, the normal symbol fluctuation time is selected which is much shorter than in the non-time saving state. As a result, the normal symbol lottery is executed more frequently in the time saving state than in the non-time saving state.

Information on the normal pattern fluctuation pattern determined according to the normal pattern fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. Included in the figure fluctuation start command. The effect control microcomputer 121 can execute the roulette effect when the normal figure variation pattern indicated by the received ordinary figure variation start command is FHP001 or FHP003.

Next, the ordinary figure pre-reading determination table will be explained based on FIG. 57(D). In the pachinko game machine PZ3 of the third embodiment, when the game control microcomputer 101 obtains the normal figure-related random numbers based on the passage of the game ball to the gate 13 or the second gate 18, According to the ordinary figure pre-reading determination table, the ordinary figure pre-reading command is specified and transmitted to the production control microcomputer 121.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 57(D), in the non-time-saving state, the game control microcomputer 101 determines that the acquired regular symbol-related random numbers (regular symbol random numbers, regular symbol fluctuation pattern random numbers) are “first If it is scheduled to be determined as "winning pattern" and "normal pattern variation pattern FHP001", a command 801 is specified as a normal pattern pre-reading command and transmitted to the performance control microcomputer 121. In addition, if the obtained normal pattern related random number is scheduled to be determined as the "second winning symbol" and the "normal pattern fluctuation pattern FHP002", the game control microcomputer 101 specifies the command 802 as the normal pattern pre-reading command. Then, it is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 121. In addition, if the acquired normal pattern related random number is scheduled to be determined as a "losing pattern" and "normal pattern fluctuation pattern FHP003", the game control microcomputer 101 specifies the command 803 as a normal pattern pre-reading command, It is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 121. In addition, if the obtained normal pattern related random number is scheduled to be determined as a "losing pattern" and "normal pattern fluctuation pattern FHP004", the game control microcomputer 101 specifies the command 804 as a normal pattern pre-reading command, It is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 121. As a result, in the non-time-saving state, the performance control microcomputer 121 can grasp in advance how the occurring general pattern reservation will be determined in the determination at the start of the general pattern fluctuation based on the general pattern reservation. is possible.

In addition, in the time saving state, the game control microcomputer 101 determines that the acquired normal pattern related random numbers (normal pattern random numbers, normal pattern fluctuation pattern random numbers) are the "first winning symbol" and the "common pattern fluctuation pattern FHP101". If it is a scheduled one, a command 901 is specified as a general figure pre-reading command and transmitted to the production control microcomputer 121. In addition, if the obtained normal pattern related random number is scheduled to be determined as the "second winning symbol" and the "normal pattern fluctuation pattern FHP102", the game control microcomputer 101 specifies the command 902 as the normal pattern pre-reading command. Then, it is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 121. In addition, the game control microcomputer 101 specifies the command 904 as a general pattern pre-reading command when the acquired normal pattern related random number is scheduled to be determined as a "losing pattern" and a "normal pattern fluctuation pattern FHP104", It is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 121. As a result, even in the time-saving state, the performance control microcomputer 121 can grasp in advance how the currently occurring common pattern reservation will be determined in the determination at the start of the normal pattern fluctuation based on the corresponding general pattern reservation. is possible.

Next, a specific example of a roulette performance that may be executed when the performance control microcomputer 121 receives a common symbol fluctuation start command from the game control microcomputer 101 will be described based on FIG. FIG. 58(A) shows a state in which performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a variable manner in a low-accuracy, non-time-saving state (normal gaming state). Under these circumstances, the performance control microcomputer 121 determines that the normal pattern fluctuation pattern indicated by the normal pattern fluctuation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is FHP001 (13 seconds of normal pattern fluctuation when the first winning symbol is drawn). pattern (see FIG. 57(C)) or FHP003 (13-second normal symbol fluctuation pattern when a losing symbol is drawn), a roulette effect is started when the normal symbol is displayed in a variable manner. In the roulette effect, first, as shown in FIG. 58(B), a character image G90 of "Roulette Start!" is displayed in the upper right corner of the display section 50a, and the effect result is displayed below this character image G90. An image of a roulette with a window (roulette image G91) is displayed. Then, after a predetermined period of time (for example, 2 seconds) has elapsed, the text image G90 that says "Roulette Start!" ) is displayed (Figure 58(C)).

Thereafter, the performance control microcomputer 121 determines that if the roulette performance is based on the normal pattern fluctuation pattern FHP003 (normal pattern fluctuation pattern related to losing symbols), the electric chew 12D is not released as shown in FIG. 58(D). An "x" symbol indicating a loss is stopped and displayed as a result of the roulette performance. That is, a roulette image G91 in which an "x" symbol is stopped within the window is displayed.

On the other hand, in the case of a roulette performance based on the normal pattern variation pattern FHP001 (normal pattern variation pattern related to the first winning symbol), the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the performance after the performance in FIG. 58(C). As shown in 58(E), a symbol "O" indicating that the electric chew 12D is opened long is displayed in a stopped state as a result of the roulette effect. That is, a roulette image G91 in which the symbol "O" is stopped within the window is displayed. When the "〇" symbol is derived and displayed in the roulette performance (FIG. 58(E)), then, when executing the auxiliary game in which the electric chew 12D is opened long, a right-handed hitting image G108 is displayed that prompts the player to hit right. At the same time, a character image G92 reading "Aim for the electric chew!" is displayed at the upper right corner of the display section 50a (FIG. 58(F)). The player who has seen the effects shown in FIGS. 58(E) and 58(F) can cause a prize to be won in the second start opening 12 related to the electric chew 12D by hitting the right hand. In this specification, a roulette performance that finally stops and displays the "〇" symbol is referred to as a roulette performance (〇), and a roulette performance that finally stops and displays an "×" symbol is referred to as a roulette performance ( x), and these two roulette performances are sometimes collectively written as roulette performance (〇・×). The roulette effect (○) is an example of a predetermined effect.

Next, a description will be given of the determination of the special figure fluctuation pattern related to the special figure 1 in the low probability non-time saving state in the pachinko game machine PZ3 of the third embodiment. Note that the pachinko game machine PZ3 of the third embodiment, like the pachinko game machine PZ1 of the first embodiment described above, as shown in FIG. The types of jackpots that can be won in include jackpot symbol 1 and jackpot symbol 2, and the types of jackpots that can be won in the lottery of special symbol 2 based on winning in the second starting opening 12 include jackpot symbol 3 and jackpot symbol. 4 is included.

The pachinko gaming machine PZ3 of the third embodiment determines the special pattern 1 fluctuation pattern in accordance with the special pattern 1 fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 59 in the low probability non-time saving state (low probability low base gaming state). Specifically, as shown in FIG. 59, when the result of jackpot determination is "jackpot", the game control microcomputer 101 determines whether the jackpot symbol is "jackpot symbol 1" even if the result of jackpot symbol type determination is "jackpot symbol 1". 2", as the special figure 1 variation pattern, "THP301" is selected at a rate of 50%, "THP302" is selected at a rate of 35%, and "THP303" is selected at a rate of 15%.

In addition, the game control microcomputer 101 selects "THP311" at a rate of 10% as the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern when the result of jackpot determination is not "jackpot" and the result of reach determination is "reach". , select "THP312" at a rate of 20%, and select "THP313" at a rate of 70%.

In addition, when the result of the jackpot determination is not a "jackpot" and the result of the reach determination is "no reach", the game control microcomputer 101 selects "THP321" and "THP322" as the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern. It is possible to determine one of two types. Which of these special figure 1 fluctuation patterns is determined is determined by the number of special figure 1 reservations.

When the number of special drawings 1 reserved is "0" to "2", "THP321" with a fluctuation time of 13000ms is selected at a rate of 95%, and "THP322" whose fluctuation time is 8000ms is selected at a rate of 5%. Select with . In addition, when the number of reserved special drawings 1 is "3" to "4", "THP321" with a variation time of 13000ms is selected at a rate of 20%, and "THP322" with a variation time of 8000ms is selected at a rate of 80%. Select by percentage. In other words, if the result of jackpot determination is "lose" and the result of reach determination is "no reach", the smaller the number of reserved special drawings 1, the easier it is to select a fluctuation pattern with a long fluctuation time. There is.

In addition, the distribution rate of each special figure fluctuation pattern can be changed as appropriate. Also, the types of special figure fluctuation patterns can be increased or decreased as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

Here, the special figure 1 fluctuation patterns "THP301", "THP302", and "THP303" are "SP jackpot fluctuations" in which reach is established and develops into SP reach. In the variation performance based on each of these special figure 1 variation patterns, the introduction part of the SP reach is performed after the reach is established. Up to this point, each special figure 1 variation pattern is common. Then, in the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP301", the 3rd SP reach effect is performed following the introductory part of SP reach (referred to as the introduction effect), and in the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP302", the SP reach effect is performed. Following the performance of the introductory part, the second SP reach performance is performed, and in the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP303", the first SP reach performance is performed following the performance of the SP reach introduction part. In other words, in the variable production based on each special pattern variation pattern related to SP jackpot variation, the production up to the introduction part of SP reach is the same, but the content of the production that is developed after that (referred to as development production) is different from the 3rd SP reach. , 2nd SP reach, and 1st SP reach. The jackpot variation that performs the 3rd SP reach is referred to as the "3rd SP jackpot variation," the jackpot variation that performs the 2nd SP reach is referred to as the "2nd SP jackpot variation," and the jackpot variation that performs the 1st SP reach is referred to as the "1st SP jackpot variation." Regardless of which SP jackpot fluctuation, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are finally displayed as zeros, and the jackpot is announced.

Moreover, the special figure 1 fluctuation patterns "THP311", "THP312", and "THP313" are "SP loss fluctuations" in which a reach is established and develops into an SP reach. In the variation performance based on each of these special figure 1 variation patterns, the performance (introduction performance) of the introduction part of SP reach is performed after the reach is established. Then, in the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP311", the 3rd SP reach is performed following the production of the introduction part of SP reach, and in the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP312", the production of the introduction part of SP reach is performed. Subsequently, the performance of the second SP reach is performed, and in the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP313", the performance of the first SP reach is performed following the performance of the introduction part of the SP reach. In other words, in the variable production based on each special symbol variation pattern related to SP loss variation, the production up to the introduction part of SP reach is common, but the content of the production that is developed after that is different from 3rd SP reach, 2nd SP reach, They differ in terms of 1SP reach. The loss variation for performing the 3rd SP reach is referred to as the "3rd SP loss variation," the loss variation for the 2nd SP reach is referred to as the "2nd SP loss variation," and the loss variation for the 1st SP reach is referred to as the "1st SP loss variation." Regardless of which SP loss fluctuation occurs, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are finally displayed in a stopped state at reach loss, and the loss is notified.

Moreover, the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP321" is the "normal S loss variation", and the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP322" is the "normal T loss variation". These special figure 1 variation patterns are special figure variation patterns in which the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 do not become reach and end with a loss indicated.

In this embodiment, the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern in the low probability non-time saving state is selected according to the distribution rate shown in FIG. 59. In other words, if a jackpot has been won, the 3rd SP jackpot variation (THP301) is most likely to be selected, the 2nd SP jackpot variation (THP302) is next most likely to be selected, and the 1st SP jackpot variation (THP303) is the least likely to be selected. On the other hand, in the case of a loss with reach, the 3rd SP loss variation (THP311) is the least likely to be selected, the 2nd SP loss variation (THP312) is the next least likely to be selected, and the 1st SP loss variation (THP313) is the most likely to be selected. easy. Therefore, the jackpot expectation of each SP reach is 3rd SP reach>2nd SP reach>1st SP reach. Note that the first SP reach is an example of a normal expansion performance, and the second SP reach and the third SP reach are examples of a special expansion performance.

Next, the look-ahead determination related to the special map 1 in the low-probability non-time-saving state will be explained based on FIG. 60. When a win to the first start opening 11 occurs in the low probability non-time saving state, the game control microcomputer 101 specifies the start win command based on the special figure 1 pre-read determination table shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 60, the game control microcomputer 101 selects the command 301 as the starting winning command when it determines that the game is scheduled to win a jackpot as a pre-read determination and that the 3rd SP jackpot variation is scheduled to be selected. Furthermore, if it is determined that the player is planning to win a jackpot as a pre-read judgment and is planning to select the second SP jackpot variation, the command 302 is selected as the starting winning command. Further, if it is determined that the player is planning to win a jackpot as a pre-read judgment and is planning to select the first SP jackpot variation, the command 303 is selected as the starting winning command.

In addition, the game control microcomputer 101 selects the command 311 as the starting winning command when it determines that the game is scheduled to lose with reach as a pre-read determination and that the 3rd SP loss variation is scheduled to be selected. In addition, when it is determined that the pre-reading determination is that there is a plan to lose with a reach, and that the second SP loss fluctuation is scheduled to be selected, the command 312 is selected as the starting winning command. Further, if it is determined that the pre-reading determination is that there is a chance of losing with a reach, and that the first SP loss variation is scheduled to be selected, then the command 313 is selected as the starting winning command. In addition, when it is determined as a pre-read determination that there is no reach and a loss is planned, command 321 is selected as the starting winning command. In this way, the start winning command includes winning/losing information as to whether or not it is a jackpot and information on the special symbol fluctuation pattern.

In the low probability non-time saving state, upon receiving the start winning command from the game control microcomputer 101, the performance control microcomputer 121 performs a lottery for executing the character gathering performance based on the character gathering performance execution lottery table shown in FIG. . The character gathering effect is a type of pre-reading effect that is executed based on the result of the pre-reading determination, and is an effect in which characters are gradually gathered in a range of 1 to 5 characters (see FIG. 66). When the final number of assembled characters becomes three or more in the character gathering performance, a preview performance (character preview performance) using the assembled characters is executed. The character gathering performance is a performance that can be executed over multiple fluctuations, from fluctuations based on the special map reservation stored before the target reservation (the special map reservation that triggered the execution of the look-ahead performance) to fluctuations based on the target reservation. . A specific example of the character gathering performance will be described later.

In the execution lottery of the character gathering performance, the performance control microcomputer 121, as shown in FIG. 303 (command indicating the execution schedule of the 1st SP jackpot fluctuation) and command 303 (command indicating the execution schedule of the 1st SP jackpot fluctuation), it is decided to execute the character gathering effect at a rate of 70%, and 30% of the time. Decide not to do it with percentages.

In addition, the production control microcomputer 121 determines that the received starting winning commands are command 311 (command indicating the execution schedule of the 3rd SP loss variation), command 312 (command indicating the execution schedule of the 2nd SP loss variation), and command 313 (command indicating the execution schedule of the 2nd SP loss variation). In either case (command indicating execution schedule of 1SP loss variation), it is decided to execute the character gathering effect at a rate of 30%, and it is decided not to execute at a rate of 70%.

In addition, if the received starting winning command is command 321 (command indicating the execution schedule of normal loss variation), the performance control microcomputer 121 determines to execute the character gathering performance at a rate of 3%, and at a rate of 97%. decided not to do so at a rate of

In this manner, in this embodiment, the character gathering performance is more likely to be executed when the pre-read determination result is a jackpot win than when the pre-read determination result is a loss. Therefore, the character gathering performance functions as a performance that makes players expect to win a jackpot or a performance that suggests that the expectation level of a jackpot is high. In addition, there is an extremely low probability not only in the case where the pre-read judgment result indicates that SP reach is scheduled to take place, but also in the case where the pre-read judgment result indicates that there will be a normal loss fluctuation in which the reach will not be achieved. Since it may be determined that the character gathering effect is to be executed, the character gathering effect does not function as a performance that suggests the determination of SP reach.

Execution of character assembly production When it is determined in the lottery to execute a character assembly production, the production control microcomputer 121 then determines the number of characters to be finally assembled in the character assembly production (referred to as the "final number of assembled characters"). is determined based on the table shown in FIG. Specifically, when it is decided to perform a character gathering performance based on the pre-read judgment result that the normal loss variation is scheduled to be performed, the final number of characters is determined to be "1" at a rate of 50%. , is determined to be "2" at a rate of 50%. In addition, if the final number of assembled characters is "1" or "2", the character preview performance will not be performed following the character gathering performance, and the fluctuating performance based on the target hold will be achieved. It ends without any problem.

In addition, if the performance control microcomputer 121 determines to execute the character gathering performance based on the pre-read determination result that the first SP fluctuation (first SP jackpot fluctuation, first SP loss fluctuation) is scheduled to be executed, the final The number of characters is determined to be "3" at a rate of 55%, "4" at a rate of 30%, and "5" at a rate of 15%. In addition, if it is decided to perform a character gathering effect based on the pre-read judgment result that the 2nd SP variation (2nd SP jackpot variation, 2nd SP loss variation) is scheduled to be executed, the final number of characters will be reduced to 25%. A ratio of "3" is determined, a ratio of 40% is determined to be "4", and a ratio of 35% is determined to be "5". In addition, if it is decided to perform a character gathering effect based on the pre-read judgment result that the 3rd SP variation (3rd SP jackpot variation, 3rd SP loss variation) is scheduled to be executed, the final number of characters will be reduced by 10%. A ratio of "3" is determined, a ratio of 40% is determined to be "4", and a ratio of 50% is determined to be "5".

If the final number of assembled characters is 3 or more, a character preview presentation corresponding to the final number of assembled characters is performed following the character gathering presentation. In this embodiment, when the final number of assembled characters is "3", a character preview performance is executed in which the three characters gathered in the character assembly performance perform a "band performance". Further, when the final number of assembled characters is "4", a character preview performance is executed in which the four characters gathered in the character assembly performance perform a "relay". Further, when the final number of assembled characters is "5", a character preview performance is executed in which the five characters gathered in the character assembly performance perform a "triathlon". The character preview performance for a band performance is an example of a "first performance that displays a character in a first display mode," and the character preview performance for a triathlon is an example of a "second display display that displays a character in a second display mode." This is an example of "direction."

There are success modes and failure modes in character preview productions that include "band performance," "relay," or "triathlon." In other words, in the character preview performance of a band performance, there is a success mode in which three characters challenge the band performance and the performance succeeds, and a failure mode in which the performance fails. There is a success mode in which a character takes on a relay race and successfully passes the baton to the final runner, and a failure mode in which the character fails to pass the baton.In the triathlon character trailer, five characters take on a triathlon and successfully pass the baton to the final runner. There is a successful mode in which the baton is successfully transferred up to the point where the baton is passed, and a failure mode in which the baton is unsuccessfully transferred.

If the target of the character gathering performance is a special figure scheduled to perform the 1st SP change, it will fail regardless of whether the character preview performance is a "band performance", "relay", or "triathlon". Aspects are executed. On the other hand, if the target of the character gathering performance is a special figure that is scheduled to perform the 2nd SP variation or 3rd SP variation, the content may be "band performance," "relay," or "triathlon." Even if it is a character preview performance, the success mode is executed. In other words, in this embodiment, the failure mode character preview performance functions as a suggestion that the first SP reach will be performed, and the success mode character preview performance functions as a 2nd SP reach, which has a higher jackpot expectation than the first SP reach, or It functions as a suggestion that one of the 3rd SP reaches, which has a higher jackpot expectation than the 2nd SP reach, will be performed. Note that the character gathering performance and the character preview performance that follows are collectively referred to as character performance. The character performance is a performance using a character, and can be said to be a performance that suggests the type of SP reach to be executed.

Here, the distribution ratio of the final number of assembled characters (in other words, the content of the character preview presentation) in the character gathering presentation is as shown in FIG. Therefore, when the final number of assembled characters is ``4'' (that is, when the character preview of the band performance is executed) than when the final number of assembled characters is ``3'' (that is, when the character preview of the band performance is executed), There is a higher possibility that the character preview performance will be successful if the preview performance is executed (in other words, if the final number of assembled characters is 5) (in other words, if the triathlon character preview performance is executed) is high. In other words, there is a high possibility that the second SP reach or the third SP reach will be executed. In addition, when the final number of assembled characters is "5" (that is, when the character preview of the triathlon is executed) than when the final number of assembled characters is "4" (that is, when the relay character preview is executed), If the effect is executed), the character preview effect is more likely to be successful. If a character preview performance of a successful triathlon is executed, the third SP reach is more likely to be executed than the second SP reach. In other words, the triathlon character preview performance functions as a performance that makes people expect that the 3rd SP reach, which has the highest probability of winning out of the 3 types of SP reach, will be executed, or the 2nd SP reach is more likely than the 1st SP reach. It functions as a production that suggests that the situation is such that it is easier to execute, or it functions as a production that suggests that the situation is that the third SP reach is easier to execute than the second SP reach. Conversely, the character preview performance of the band performance is a performance that foretells that the character preview performance will end in failure, and that the first SP reach, which has the lowest jackpot expectation among the three types of SP reach, will be executed. It may function as an effect that suggests that the 2nd SP reach is easier to execute than the 3rd SP reach, or that the 1st SP reach is easier to execute than the 2nd SP reach. It functions as a suggestive performance.

Next, the roulette performance based on the result of the special drawing lottery will be explained. In the pachinko game machine PZ3 of this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 121 executes a roulette production based on the special symbol 1 fluctuation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 in order to suggest that the jackpot expectation is high. There are things to do. This roulette effect is similar to the roulette effect based on the above-mentioned normal pattern fluctuation start command, except that the symbol that is finally stopped and displayed is a symbol consisting of the word "heat" (see Figure 64). ). This roulette performance is sometimes referred to as roulette performance (heat).

In the execution lottery of the roulette effect (heat), the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not to execute the roulette effect (heat) according to the table shown in FIG. Specifically, the production control microcomputer 121 controls the roulette production (heat) when the special symbol variation pattern indicated by the special symbol 1 variation start command received from the gaming control microcomputer 101 is THP301 (3rd SP jackpot variation). 40% of the time it runs, 60% of the time it doesn't. In addition, when the special pattern fluctuation pattern indicated by the special pattern 1 fluctuation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is THP302 (second SP jackpot fluctuation), the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the roulette performance (heat) by 20%. Run at a rate of 80% and don't run at a rate of 80%.

In addition, the production control microcomputer 121 is configured to control when the special symbol variation pattern indicated by the special symbol 1 variation start command received from the gaming control microcomputer 101 is THP311 (3rd SP loss variation) or THP312 (2nd SP loss variation). In some cases, the roulette effect (heat) is executed 5% of the time and not executed 95% of the time.

In addition, the performance control microcomputer 121 is configured to control when the special symbol fluctuation pattern indicated by the special symbol 1 fluctuation start command received from the gaming control microcomputer 101 is THP303 (first SP jackpot fluctuation) or THP313 (first SP loss fluctuation). If there is, THP 321 (usually S loss fluctuation), THP 322 (normal T loss fluctuation), the roulette effect (heat) is not executed.

In this way, in this embodiment, the roulette effect (heat) can be performed only when the variation is such that either the third SP reach or the second SP reach is performed. The roulette effect (heat) is executed with a higher probability when there is a jackpot variation than when there is a loss variation. Therefore, the roulette performance (heat) functions as a confirmation that either the 3rd SP reach or the 2nd SP reach will be executed, and also functions as a performance that suggests that the expectation of winning a jackpot is high. In addition, the roulette performance (heat) is such that a variation in which the third SP reach is performed has a higher probability than a variation in which the second SP reach is performed. Therefore, the roulette performance (heat) functions as a performance that suggests that there is a high degree of expectation that the third SP reach will be executed.

Next, a specific example of the roulette effect (heat) will be described based on FIG. 64. Execution of roulette effect (heat) In the variation where it is decided to execute the roulette effect (heat) in the lottery, the effect control microcomputer 121 executes the roulette effect while displaying the variable effects of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3. Start (Fig. 64(A)(B)). In this roulette effect, first, as shown in FIG. 64(B), a character image G90 of "Roulette Start!" is displayed in the upper right corner of the display section 50a, and the result of the effect is displayed below this character image G90. An image of a roulette with a window (roulette image G91) is displayed. Then, after a predetermined period of time (for example, 2 seconds) has elapsed, the text image G90 that says "Roulette Start!" ) is displayed (Figure 64(C)).

Thereafter, the effect control microcomputer 121 stops displaying the "heat" symbol as a result of the roulette effect, as shown in FIG. 64(D). That is, a roulette image G91 in which the "heat" symbol remains within the window is displayed. Since the "heat" symbol is stopped and displayed, the player can recognize that the 3rd SP reach or the 2nd SP reach will be performed in this variation, and that the expectation of a jackpot for this variation is high.

As described above, in this embodiment, the performance control microcomputer 121 performs a "roulette performance (heat)" that makes people expect a jackpot game to be executed based on a special symbol lottery as a roulette performance, and a "roulette performance (heat)" that makes people expect a jackpot game to be executed based on a special symbol lottery. It is possible to perform a ``roulette effect (〇/x)'' that makes the player look forward to the long opening of Chu 12D. Both roulette performances have the same performance content until the symbols are finally stopped and displayed, and it is difficult for the player to distinguish between them (see FIGS. 58 and 64). Considering that the timing at which the game ball passes through the second gate 18 when playing left-handed is random, and the player is not playing the game by looking only at the second gate 18. For example, when a roulette effect is started, it is unlikely that the player will be able to correctly distinguish which type of roulette effect has been performed each time. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the roulette effect is executed and you expect either the "〇" symbol or the "x" symbol to be stopped and displayed, the "heat" symbol is stopped and displayed, resulting in a jackpot. It can be said that expectations for winning can be suddenly raised, and this improves the enjoyment of the game.

However, in this embodiment, the performance control microcomputer 121 can execute "roulette performance (heat)" related to the special drawing lottery and "roulette performance (〇/×)" related to the regular drawing lottery, so it can be used without limit. If both effects are made possible, the effects will become complicated, which may reduce the interest in the game. Therefore, in the pachinko game machine PZ3 of this embodiment, as shown in FIG. Two conditions (a first prohibition condition and a second prohibition condition) are provided as conditions for restricting the execution of (〇/x).

Specifically, the first prohibited condition regarding roulette performance (heat) is that there is a fixed number of common symbols that are scheduled to be determined as winning the first winning symbol (referred to as a specific fixed number of symbols) among the currently occurring common symbols. ). If there is a specific general figure pending, it can be said that there is already a plan to perform "roulette performance (〇)" (Fig. 58 (B) (C) (E)), so in such a case, the performance control The microcomputer 121 prevents the roulette effect (heat) from being performed even if it is determined to perform the roulette effect (heat) in the lottery (FIG. 63) at the start of the special symbol variation (at the start of the variation effect). It should be noted that a configuration may be adopted in which the roulette effect (heat) execution lottery itself is not performed.

In addition, the second prohibitive condition regarding the roulette performance (heat) is that the normal symbol related to the first winning symbol is changing (while the normal symbol is being displayed fluctuating based on the determination result of the first winning symbol winning). In such a case, since the roulette effect (〇) is already being executed or will be executed soon, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs the lottery (FIG. 63) at the start of the special symbol variation (at the start of the variation effect). Even if it is decided to perform the roulette effect (heat), the roulette effect (heat) is not performed. It should be noted that a configuration may be adopted in which the roulette effect (heat) execution lottery itself is not performed.

In addition, the first prohibition condition for roulette effects (〇・×) is that the special figure that is scheduled to execute SP reach (1st SP reach, 2nd SP reach, 3rd SP reach) during the special figure hold that is occurring. There is a reservation (referred to as a specific special map reservation). If there is a specific special figure on hold, there is a possibility that a "roulette performance (heat)" (FIG. 64) will be performed. Therefore, in order not to lose the opportunity to increase interest by executing the "roulette effect (heat)", the effect control microcomputer 121 controls the general pattern fluctuation pattern indicated by the received general pattern fluctuation start command to be FHP001 or FHP003 ( Even in the normal figure fluctuation pattern (see FIG. 57(C)) in which a roulette effect is performed, the roulette effect (〇/×) is not performed.

Further, the second prohibited condition regarding the roulette performance (○/x) is that SP reach (first SP reach, second SP reach, third SP reach) is in progress. In such a case, it is thought that the player is watching SP Reach in hopes of winning a jackpot, so it is not desirable to direct the attention of players who are focused on the outcome of SP Reach to other effects. . Therefore, even if the normal pattern fluctuation pattern indicated by the received normal pattern fluctuation start command is FHP001 or FHP003 (normal pattern fluctuation pattern for performing a roulette effect, see FIG. 57(C)), the production control microcomputer 121 does not perform the roulette effect. I try not to execute (〇・×).

Furthermore, even if the execution of the roulette effect (〇) is restricted by the above-mentioned first prohibition condition or second prohibition condition, when the electric chew 12D is opened long, the right hit image G108 and " Aim for the electric chew!'' character image G92 is displayed (FIG. 58(F)). This prevents the player from completely losing the chance to win the electric chew 12D.

Next, an example of execution of the character gathering performance, the character preview performance, the 3rd SP reach, the 2nd SP reach, and the 1st SP reach will be explained.

<Character Gathering Performance and Character Preview Performance> First, an example of execution of a character gathering performance (an example of a suggestive performance) will be described. FIG. 66 is a diagram showing a specific example of character gathering performance. FIG. 66(A) shows a scene where the variable performance corresponding to the icon TA has ended while the daytime normal background image G102 (daytime background) is being displayed on the display unit 50a in the low-accuracy non-time-saving state (performance pattern EZ1). , EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed as fixed stops). In this scene, four reservation icons HA related to special map 1 are displayed (four special map 1 reservations have been accumulated), and the fourth of these is used for pre-reading judgment when special map 1 reservation occurs. It is assumed that it has been decided to execute the character gathering effect in the character gathering effect execution lottery (Figure 61) based on the character gathering effect, and that the final number of assembled characters has been determined to be "5" in the lottery for determining the number of assembled characters (Figure 62). . That is, it is assumed that the fourth special figure 1 reservation is the target reservation of the character gathering performance. Furthermore, the fourth special figure 1 hold can be seen as a special figure hold that triggers the execution of a character preview performance, or as a special figure hold that triggers the execution of a character performance (collective term for character gathering performance and character preview performance). You can also see it.

When the next variable display starts from the state shown in FIG. 66(A), as shown in FIG. 66(B), each hold icon HA related to special drawing 1 is displayed in the display area one next (one ahead). will be displayed in shift. That is, the first hold icon HA is displayed as the icon TA, and the second to fourth hold icons HA are displayed as the first to third hold icons HA. The effect control microcomputer 121 starts executing the character gathering effect when the hold icon HA corresponding to the target hold is displayed in shift for the first time. Specifically, first, a character image MG of "Collect characters!" is displayed at the lower right corner of the display section 50a (FIG. 66(B)). The character image MG of "Gather the characters!" functions as a display suggesting the start of the character gathering performance, and also functions as a display indicating the content (purpose) of the character gathering performance.

The performance control microcomputer 121 displays the character image MG of "Collect the characters!" for a predetermined period of time (for example, 2 seconds) and then hides the character image MG. Then, as shown in FIG. 66(C), an image of a character display area (character display area image CA) that can display up to five characters is displayed at the lower right of the display section 50a. Also, at this time, the first character Ka, which is the first character, is displayed so as to enter from outside the character display area represented by the character display area image CA.

Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 66(D), the performance control microcomputer 121 controls when the hold icon HA corresponding to the target hold is displayed as the second hold icon HA (the target hold is the second hold icon HA). (when the special figure 1 is on hold), the second character Kb, which is the second character, is displayed so as to enter from the outside of the character display area represented by the character display area image CA. This shows how the first character Ka and the second character Kb are gathered in the character display area represented by the character display area image CA.

Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 66(E), the performance control microcomputer 121 controls when the hold icon HA corresponding to the target hold is displayed as the first hold icon HA (the target hold is the first hold icon HA). When the special figure 1 is on hold), the third character Kc, which is the third character, is displayed so as to enter from the outside of the character display area represented by the character display area image CA. This shows how the first character Ka, the second character Kb, and the third character Kc are gathered in the character display area represented by the character display area image CA.

Next, as shown in FIG. 66(F), the production control microcomputer 121 starts a variable production based on target suspension and displays the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in a variable manner (when the icon TA is the target). (when a hold display corresponding to hold is displayed), the fourth character Kd, which is the fourth character, is displayed from the outside to the inside of the character display area represented by the character display area image CA, and the fifth character The fifth character Ke is displayed so as to enter from outside the character display area represented by the character display area image CA. As a result, five characters, the first character Ka, the second character Kb, the third character Kc, the fourth character Kd, and the fifth character Ke, have gathered in the character display area represented by the character display area image CA. The situation will be shown. Note that each of the first character Ka, the second character Kb, the third character Kc, the fourth character Kd, and the fifth character Ke may be simply referred to as a character K. Further, in this embodiment, each character K has a fruit motif, but the type of character can be changed as appropriate. Each character K is an example of a predetermined character.

In this way, the production control microcomputer 121 executes the character gathering production with the fourth special figure 1 pending as the target pending, and if the final number of assembled characters is determined to be "5", the target pending Gradually gather the characters K over four variable effects (that is, over four special figure variations) from the variable effect when the third special figure 1 is held to the variable effect based on the target being held. It is possible to go. Therefore, the player can watch the performance while looking forward to seeing how many characters K will finally gather in the character gathering performance. In addition, in FIG. 66, a pattern is illustrated in which the number of characters K increases by one for each variation until the start of the variation performance based on target retention, and two characters K increase in the variation production based on target retention, but the character set The number of characters K to increase at which timing in the performance is determined in advance based on the number of special drawings 1 reserved when the target of the character assembly production occurs and the determined final number of characters K. It shall be decided by lottery from among the available variations.

As shown in FIG. 66(F), when five characters K gather in a character gathering performance, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are in the reach state (for example, " 2↓2'') (Figure 67(A)), and develops into SP reach. It is assumed that the development of the SP reach is performed at a timing when 13 seconds have elapsed from the start of the variable effect, and the 13 second period from the start of the variable effect to the start of the SP reach is an example of a "predetermined period". Further, the state in which SP reach is being executed is referred to as a predetermined state.

In this embodiment, when SP reach is executed, first the performance of the introductory part of SP reach (the introduction performance common to all of the first SP reach, second SP reach, and third SP reach) is performed. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 67(B) and 67(C), the performance control microcomputer 121 moves and displays the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 to the upper right of the display unit 50a, and moves them to the center of the display unit 50a. An image representing the reach name "Valley Reach" is displayed on the display section 50a, and then an image of the main character playing volleyball, which appears in the work that is the motif of the pachinko game machine PZ3 of this embodiment, is displayed on the display section 50a. do.

Along with such SP reach introduction performance, the performance control microcomputer 121 executes a character preview performance using the characters K gathered in the character gathering performance. As already mentioned, as a character preview performance, if three characters K are assembled, there will be a band performance, if four characters K are assembled, there will be a relay, and five characters K will be assembled. If so, an effect that challenges the user to a triathlon is executed (FIG. 62). In this production example, five characters K are assembled in a character gathering production (FIG. 67(A)), so the production control microcomputer 121 executes a character preview production in which five characters K take on a triathlon challenge. (Figure 67(B)). In the triathlon character preview performance, from left to right on the display section 50a, the fifth character Ke is doing the first event, swimming, the first character Ka and the second character Kb are doing the second event, the bicycle road race, and the second character Kb is doing the second event, the bicycle road race. The third character Kc and the fourth character Kd take charge of the third event, long distance running. Finally, the third character Kc tries to pass the baton to the fourth character Kd (Fig. 67 (C)), and if the baton can be passed to the fourth character Kd, the production will be successful (a successful triathlon character preview production). (FIG. 67(D)), if the baton cannot be passed to the fourth character Kd, the performance will fail (character preview performance of a triathlon in failure mode) (FIG. 67(E)). Regarding the character preview performances for band performances and the character preview performances for relays, we will omit the explanation of specific examples based on drawings, but in the same way as for character preview performances for triathlons, in these performances, the ultimate success (gathered) The process branches to a mode in which the challenge by the character K succeeds) or a failure mode (a mode in which the challenge by the assembled characters K fails).

Successful character preview performances shown in FIGS. 67(B), (C), and (D) are performed when the fluctuating performance being executed is scheduled to perform the 3rd SP reach or the 2nd SP reach (in other words, the target hold is the 3rd SP reach). 3SP Reach or 2nd SP Reach is scheduled to be held) (see FIG. 62). On the other hand, the failure mode character preview performances shown in FIGS. (If the special map is on hold for which the first SP reach is scheduled), it is performed (see FIG. 62). Therefore, the player can select either the 2nd SP reach or the 3rd SP reach, which has a higher jackpot expectation than the 1st SP reach, due to the successful character preview performance (Fig. 67 (B), (C), and (D)). can be recognized as being executed. This increases expectations for winning the jackpot. In addition, the player can recognize that the 1st SP reach will be executed by performing the character preview performance of the failure mode (Fig. 67 (B), (C), and (E)), and can hope for the result of the 1st SP reach. I will put it on.

<3rd SP reach> If the fluctuating performance being executed is based on the 3rd SP jackpot fluctuation or the 3rd SP loss fluctuation, the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the character preview performance of the success mode (FIGS. 67(B), (C)) D)) Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 68(A), a ballet dance reach, which is the third SP reach, is executed. Specifically, a scene in which a large number of characters (characters who are classmates of the main character in the work that is the motif of pachinko game machine PZ3) participate is displayed on the display unit 50a (FIG. 68(A)), and then Then, a scene is displayed in which the main character, which had been displayed in the introductory performance, stops ballet and performs a ballet dance together with the participating characters (FIG. 68(B)). Then, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3, which were displayed in a reduced size at the upper right corner of the display section 50a, are returned to the size that covers the entire area of the display section 50a, and a winning/losing branch is reached. Note that while the ballet dance reach is being executed, the performance control microcomputer 121 displays a character image RM1 of "Ballet Dance Reach", which is the name of the SP reach being executed, at the upper left of the display section 50a. As a result, the player can reliably know that "Ballet Dance Reach", which has the highest jackpot expectation among "Valley Reach", is being executed.

If the fluctuating performance being executed is based on the 3rd SP jackpot fluctuation, the performance control microcomputer 121 displays a success scene showing that the ballet dance went well following the performance shown in FIG. 68(B). After displaying, as shown in FIG. 68(C), the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are finally stopped and displayed as doubles ("2, 2, 2"). This indicates a jackpot win. On the other hand, if the fluctuating production being executed is based on the 3rd SP loss variation, then after displaying a failure scene showing that the ballet dance did not go well following the production shown in Fig. 68(B), As shown in 68(D), the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are finally stopped and displayed on the hit miss ("2, 1, 2"). This indicates that you have lost.

<2nd SP reach> If the fluctuating performance being executed is based on the 2nd SP jackpot fluctuation or the 2nd SP loss fluctuation, the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the character preview performance of the success mode (FIGS. 67(B), (C)) D)) Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 69(A), a cooperative valley reach, which is the second SP reach, is executed. Specifically, the display unit 50a displays a scene in which two characters (the best friend character who is the best friend of the main character in the work that is the motif of the pachinko game machine PZ3) participate (FIG. 69(A)). Then, a scene is displayed in which the main character, which was displayed in the introductory performance, plays a volleyball game in a team with the two best friend characters who have participated (FIG. 69(B)). Then, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3, which were displayed in a reduced size at the upper right corner of the display section 50a, are returned to the size that covers the entire area of the display section 50a, and a winning/losing branch is reached. Note that while the cooperative volleyball reach is being executed, the performance control microcomputer 121 displays a character image RM2 of "Cooperation Volleyball", which is the name of the SP reach that is being executed, at the upper left of the display section 50a. As a result, the player can reliably understand that among the "Valley Reach", "Cooperative Volley Reach", which has a moderate jackpot expectation, is being executed.

Then, if the fluctuating performance being executed is based on the second SP jackpot fluctuation, the performance control microcomputer 121 displays a success scene showing victory in the volleyball match following the performance shown in FIG. 69(B). After that, as shown in FIG. 69(C), the production patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are finally stopped and displayed in a zero ("2, 2, 2") format. This indicates a jackpot win. On the other hand, if the fluctuating performance being executed is based on the second SP loss fluctuation, then after displaying the failure scene showing defeat in the volleyball match following the performance shown in FIG. 69(B), As shown in D), the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are finally stopped and displayed on the hit miss ("2, 1, 2"). This indicates that you have lost.

<1st SP reach> If the fluctuating performance being executed is based on the 1st SP jackpot fluctuation or the 1st SP loss fluctuation, the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the character preview performance of the failure mode (FIGS. 67(B), (C)) E)) Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 70(A), a solo volleyball reach, which is the first SP reach, is executed. Specifically, a scene in which the main character is practicing volleyball alone is displayed on the display unit 50a (FIG. 70(A)). Then, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3, which have been reduced and displayed in the upper right corner of the display section 50a, are returned to the size that spans the entire area of the display section 50a, and a winning branch is reached. Note that while the performance control microcomputer 121 is executing the one-person volley-reach, the character image RM3 of "One-person volley-reach", which is the name of the SP reach in progress, is displayed on the upper left of the display section 50a. As a result, the player can reliably understand that the "Solo Valley Reach", which has the lowest jackpot expectation among the "Valley Reach", is being executed.

Then, if the fluctuating performance being executed is based on the first SP jackpot fluctuation, the performance control microcomputer 121 generates a success scene indicating that the volleyball practice went well following the performance shown in FIG. 70(A). After displaying, as shown in FIG. 70(B), the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are finally stopped and displayed on a double ("2, 2, 2"). This indicates a jackpot win. On the other hand, if the current variation performance is based on the 1st SP loss variation, then after displaying the failure scene showing that the volleyball practice did not go well following the performance shown in FIG. 70(A), As shown in FIG. 70(C), finally, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are definitely stopped and displayed at the reach miss ("2, 1, 2"). This indicates that you have lost.

Note that the effects may be executed according to the flow shown in FIGS. 66, 67 (A) to (D), and 68, or the effects may be performed according to the flow shown in FIGS. In this case, when the variable effect based on the target suspension of the character gathering effect is started, the roulette effect (heated effect) shown in FIGS. ) may be performed. In this way, the interest of the pachinko game machine PZ3 of this embodiment is also improved by the fact that the character performance (character gathering performance, character preview performance) and the roulette performance (heat) can be performed in combination. Furthermore, under the performance situation shown in FIG. 66(F), the roulette performances (×) shown in FIGS. 58(B) to (D) and the roulette performances (○) shown in FIGS. 58(B), (C, and (E)) may also be performed (see FIG. 65). Therefore, just because it is under the performance situation shown in FIG. 66(F), it does not necessarily mean that the symbol finally stopped and displayed in the roulette performance is "heat". Therefore, it is possible to maintain the expectation that the "heat" symbol will be stopped and displayed until the roulette performance ends, and it is possible to maintain the interest of the roulette performance. Furthermore, even under the performance situation shown in FIG. 66(F), there is room for the roulette performance (〇) to be performed, so it is possible to make it difficult to miss the chance of winning the electric chew 12D.

9-2. Effects of the Third Embodiment As described in detail above, according to the pachinko gaming machine PZ3 of the third embodiment, each character K (first character Ka to During the introductory performance of SP Reach (introductory performance) in the variation performance associated with special figure fluctuations, the 5 characters (Ke) perform in a variety of ways, such as performing in a band, doing a relay, and doing a triathlon as a character preview performance. (See FIGS. 61, 62, 66, and 67). Depending on which display mode character K takes, the first SP reach (normal development performance) will be performed after the introduction part of SP reach (introduction performance), or the expectation of winning is higher than that. The difference is whether the second SP reach or the third SP reach (special development effect) is performed (see FIG. 62). Therefore, while maintaining a relationship between the display of the character K in the character gathering performance based on the result of the look-ahead determination and the display of the character K in the character preview performance during the fluctuating performance based on target retention (FIGS. 66 and 67), The presentation following the introduction presentation can be predicted based on the display mode of the character K, and the interest in the game can be improved by the connection of such a series of presentations.

Further, according to the pachinko game machine PZ3 of the third embodiment, the general pattern fluctuation start command includes information on the general pattern fluctuation pattern FHP001 (see FIG. 57(C)) related to the long opening of the electric chew 12D in the low probability non-time saving state. When receiving , the performance control microcomputer 121 basically executes the "roulette performance (〇)" (FIGS. 58(B), (C), and (E)), and the SP reach (1st SP reach, 2nd SP reach, If a special figure hold (SP hold) is scheduled to be performed (3rd SP Reach), or if SP Reach is in progress, the roulette effect (〇) will not be executed even if the above general pattern fluctuation start command is received. Not executed (Figure 65). Therefore, the performance is prevented from becoming complicated, and it is possible to suppress a decrease in game interest due to complicated execution of the performance. Furthermore, the execution of the "roulette effect (x)" (Fig. 58 (B), (C), and (D)) is also restricted by the same conditions, which also prevents the effect from becoming complicated. .

9-3. Modification example of the third embodiment Hereinafter, a modification example of the pachinko gaming machine PZ3 of the third embodiment will be described. Of course, the configurations according to the modified examples may be combined as appropriate. Further, the technical features in the above embodiment and the modification example described below can be appropriately combined with the configuration of the pachinko gaming machine PZ1 of the first embodiment and its modification example as long as it does not interfere with the game. Furthermore, the configurations of the pachinko game machine PZ2 of the second embodiment and its modifications described above can be combined as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game. Note that the technical features in the above-mentioned form and the following modification examples can be deleted as appropriate unless they are described as essential in this specification.

In the third embodiment described above, the second SP reach (cooperative volleyball reach, FIG. 69) and the third SP reach (ballet dance reach, FIG. 68) has been set as an executable configuration, but it may be configured such that only one of the second SP reach and the third SP reach can be executed. Furthermore, a configuration may be adopted in which three or more types of SP reach can be performed as performances with higher expectations for winning a jackpot than the first SP reach.

Furthermore, in the third embodiment, the content of the character preview performance connected from the character gathering performance is determined to be one of three types (band performance, relay, triathlon) depending on the final number of assembled characters in the character gathering performance. However, the content of the character preview presentation may be two types (for example, only band performance and triathlon) or four or more types. However, no matter how many types of character preview performances are used, it is better to have a large number of characters in the final set of characters in the character gathering stage than to have fewer characters. It is preferable to use a configuration in which SP reach with high SP reach is easily executed.

In addition, in the third embodiment, the content of the character preview performance (band performance, relay, triathlon) connected from the character gathering performance changes depending on the final number of assembled characters in the character gathering performance. No matter how many characters there are in the final gathering, the content of the subsequent character preview performance may remain the same (for example, the character preview performance may always include a character competing in a triathlon). However, even with such a configuration, it is desirable that the number of characters used in the character preview performance change and the success probability of the character preview performance also change depending on the final number of assembled characters in the character gathering performance. In addition, if such a configuration is adopted, for example, a character preview performance in which three characters gathered in a character gathering performance take on a predetermined challenge (triathlon) may be changed to "a first performance in which the characters are displayed in the first display mode". '', and a character preview performance in which five characters assembled in a character gathering performance take on a predetermined challenge (triathlon) is an example of a ``second performance in which characters are displayed in a second display mode.''

In addition, in the third embodiment, regardless of whether the character preview performance is a band performance, relay, or triathlon, if the character fails, the first SP reach is performed after that, and if it is successful, the second SP reach is performed after that. The configuration was such that either reach or 3rd SP reach is performed (FIG. 62). On the other hand, if the character preview performance fails, the 1st SP reach is performed with the first probability, and either the 2nd SP reach or the 3rd SP reach is performed with a second probability lower than the first probability. On the other hand, if the character preview performance is successful, either the 2nd SP reach or the 3rd SP reach will be performed with a third probability, and the 1st SP reach will be performed with a fourth probability lower than the third probability. It is also possible to have a configuration in which this is done. Note that the fourth probability is lower than the first probability, and the second probability is lower than the third probability.

Furthermore, in the third embodiment, even if the 1st SP reach (normal development effect), the 2nd SP reach (special development effect), or the 3rd SP reach (special development effect) is in progress, the roulette effect The configuration is such that the (〇) and roulette effects (×) are not executed (see FIG. 65). In other words, in the SP variation where SP reach is performed, the roulette effect (〇) and roulette effect (×) are not performed unless before the SP reach is executed. On the other hand, even if the 1st SP reach is executed, it is possible to perform the roulette effect (〇) or the roulette effect (x), but the 2nd SP reach or the 3rd SP reach (SP reach with higher expectations than the 1st SP reach) is possible. It may be configured such that the roulette effect (〇) or the roulette effect (×) is not executed if the roulette effect (reach) is executed. With this configuration, players can concentrate on SP reach when expectations are relatively high, while roulette effects (〇) and By guaranteeing the execution of the roulette effect (x), it is possible to make the player aware of another chance of winning the electric chew 12D, and it is expected that the game's interest will be improved.

Furthermore, in the third embodiment, two prohibitive conditions were set for the roulette effect (×) as well as for the roulette effect (○) (Fig. 65), but the roulette effect (×) does not require any prohibitive conditions. good. Furthermore, in the third embodiment, two prohibited conditions are provided for the roulette performance (heat) and two prohibited conditions are provided for the roulette performance (〇/x), but the configuration provides a prohibited condition only for the roulette performance (heat). Alternatively, a prohibition condition may be provided only for the roulette effects (〇/×). Furthermore, if consideration is not given to preventing a decrease in interest due to complicated performances, a configuration may be adopted in which no prohibitive conditions are set for either the roulette performance (heat) or the roulette performance (〇/×). Further, the prohibitive condition regarding the roulette effect (heat) may be set to either one of the first prohibitive condition and the second prohibitive condition. Furthermore, the prohibitive condition for the roulette effect (〇/x) may be set to either one of the first prohibitive condition and the second prohibitive condition. In addition, the execution of roulette effects (〇/x) may be prohibited if SP reach based on a jackpot win is in progress, but allowed if SP reach based on a loss is in progress, or roulette effects ( The configuration may be such that the execution of 〇/×) is allowed if the SP reach based on a jackpot win is being executed, but prohibited if the SP reach based on a loss is being executed.

10. Examples of changes common to each embodiment In the above embodiments (first embodiment, second embodiment, third embodiment), the production content and lottery probability of each production can be changed as appropriate within the range that does not impede the function of the production. It is. In addition, the types of special symbols (jackpot symbols, losing symbols, etc.) that are stopped and displayed as a result of the special symbol lottery, their benefits, and the lottery probability can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

Further, in the above embodiment, the present invention is applied to a pachinko game machine, but it can also be applied to other pinball game machines such as an arrangement ball machine and a mahjong ball game machine. Further, when the present invention is applied to a pachinko game machine, the game performance of the game machine can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game. In other words, the present invention is suitable for so-called symbol probability changing machines (gaming machines in which transition to a high-probability state is determined based on the type of winning symbol) and so-called V-probability machines (specification in the big prize opening), as long as it does not interfere with the game. A game machine that is controlled to a high probability state based on the passage of a region (V region)), a so-called variable loop type gaming machine (once it is controlled to a high probability state, it is controlled to a high probability state until the start of the next jackpot game) It is possible to suitably adopt the present invention in a so-called ST machine (a game machine with a series of consecutive games), a so-called ST machine (a game machine with a constant variable number of cuts), a so-called 1 type 2 type mixed machine, a honeymoon type game machine, etc. Furthermore, the present invention can be applied to a type of game machine that does not have a structure such as a lower tray 35 and in which game balls enclosed within the game machine circulate (so-called enclosed type game machine, circulation type game machine, managed game machine, smart pachinko). May be applied.

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

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

In addition, when referring to "a state advantageous to the player (advantageous gaming state, advantageous state, or special gaming state)", not all jackpot gaming states need to have a configuration corresponding to this. For example, a jackpot game state that is scheduled to be controlled to a high probability state after that is configured to correspond to a "state advantageous to the player", or a jackpot game state in which a relatively large number of prize balls such as 10R can be obtained. may correspond to a "state advantageous to the player". Furthermore, the "state advantageous to the player" does not refer to a jackpot gaming state, but may refer to a small winning gaming state (a state in which a small winning game is being executed), and may also refer to a high probability state or a high winning gaming state. It may also be a base state (time saving state). In a gaming machine equipped with a type 2 jackpot, a series of gaming states including a small winning gaming state and a jackpot gaming state based on the passing of a game ball to a specific area 16 in the small winning gaming state are advantageous to the player. It may also be a state. Furthermore, when we define "a state advantageous to the player" as a high probability state or a high base state (time saving state), various effects that make the player expect to be in a "state advantageous to the player" must be specially The performance is not limited to the performance during the display of fluctuating symbols, but may be a performance performed at other timings, such as a performance during a jackpot game.

11. Inventions Shown in Each Embodiment and Modifications Thereof In each of the above-described embodiments and modifications thereof, inventions of the following means are shown. In the explanation of the means described below, corresponding configuration names and expressions in the above-described embodiments, and symbols used in the drawings are added in parentheses for reference. However, the constituent elements of each invention are not limited to this appendix. Note that the means A is a general term for the following means A1 to A3. Further, means B is a general term for the following means B1 to B3. Means C is a general term for the following means C1 to C3.

Means A1:
After performing the first performance (performance up to reach formation in variable production) that displays decorative symbols (production patterns EZ1, EZ2, EZ3) in a predetermined manner (reach), a specific result (probable variable jackpot win) or non-specific result It is possible to execute a specific performance (a variable performance that develops into a battle reach) that performs a second performance (a performance after reaching is established in a variable performance) that can derive a result (usually a jackpot win),
The decorative patterns include a plurality of types including specific decorative patterns (strong enemy symbols including a pedestal DGK on which a strong enemy character is drawn) that suggest that the non-specific result (usually a jackpot) is likely to be derived (Fig. 32 reference),
A specific presentation mode (first probability variable presentation mode, see FIG. 33) in which the decorative pattern includes a predetermined number (one) of the specific decorative pattern, and a number (three) of the specific decorative pattern that is greater than the predetermined number. It can be set to a non-specific production mode (second variable production mode, see FIG. 34) that includes the specific decorative pattern of
A gaming machine characterized in that there are times when the specific performance is executed in the specific performance mode and times when the specific performance is executed in the non-specific performance mode (Pachinko gaming machine PZ1 according to the first embodiment) ).

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, the types of decorative patterns include specific decorative patterns from which non-specific results are likely to be derived, and when set to the non-specific performance mode, when set to the specific performance mode, The number of specific decorative patterns included in the decorative pattern increases. Therefore, when the non-specific effect mode is set, it is possible to make the player feel that a non-specific result is more likely to be derived than a specific result as a result of the specific effect, stimulating the player's psychology, and making the game more enjoyable. It is possible to increase interest.

Means A2:
The gaming machine according to means A1,
When the specific performance ends, the player is controlled to be in an advantageous state (jackpot game state), and when a predetermined condition (probability variable jackpot winning) is established, the advantageous state is changed to a privilege state (high probability state). It is possible to control
As the specific performance, there is a case where a highly successful performance (for example, a variable performance in which a normal enemy symbol is a reach symbol) in which the predetermined condition is satisfied at a high rate when controlled to be in the advantageous state is executed, and A gaming machine characterized in that when being controlled, a low-achieving performance (a variable performance in which a strong enemy symbol is a reach symbol) in which the rate at which the predetermined condition is satisfied is low may be executed.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, when the predetermined condition is met, the advantageous state is followed by the privilege state, and when the specific performance is a high performance performance in which the percentage of the predetermined condition being met is high, Since there are cases where a low-achieving performance with a low probability of the predetermined condition being satisfied is executed, it is possible to increase interest in whether a high-achieving performance or a low-achieving performance will be performed, thereby improving game interest.

Means A3:
The gaming machine according to means A2,
Before determining whether to control to the advantageous state, a pre-read judgment is made to determine whether the control will be in the advantageous state or whether the predetermined condition is satisfied (see FIG. 36), and based on the result of the pre-read judgment, the control is performed to the advantageous state. It is possible to execute a predetermined look-ahead effect (chance zone effect, see FIG. 37) that makes the user look forward to the situation.
In the case where the pre-reading judgment is made that it will be in an advantageous state, and when executing the low-achieving effect (variable effect using a strong enemy symbol as a reach symbol) as the specific effect corresponding to the pre-reading judgment, the corresponding A gaming machine characterized in that execution of the predetermined pre-read performance based on a pre-read determination is restricted (chance zone performance is not executed).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, when a low-achieving performance with a relatively low rate of achieving a predetermined condition and being controlled to a privilege state is executed as a specific performance, the pre-reading corresponding to this low-achieving performance is executed. Execution of look-ahead effects based on the determination results is restricted. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the occurrence of a situation in which a low-achieving performance is executed and the player is disappointed even though the player has had expectations due to the pre-read performance.

By the way, conventionally, as described in Japanese Patent No. 7054189, for example, in a pachinko game machine which is an example of a game machine, after displaying the effect pattern (decorative pattern) in the middle right of the left in a variable manner, it is possible to determine whether or not it is a jackpot. In a variable production that stops and displays in a manner that shows the result of the judgment, the medium production pattern is temporarily stopped at a special production pattern that suggests the subsequent production development (for example, the type of enemy character in the battle reach that is the development destination). There is a known gaming machine. However, the production method that suggests the subsequent production development by stopping a special production pattern, such as the one described in Patent No. 7054189, is now often seen, and it is common practice to use production patterns. There is still room for improvement in order to provide players with entertainment through the use of a variety of performances.

Means A described above provides for the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent No. 7054189, ``There are a plurality of types of decorative patterns including specific decorative patterns that suggest that non-specific results are likely to be derived; It can be set to a specific production mode in which the frame includes a predetermined number of specific decorative patterns, and a non-specific production mode in which the decorative pattern includes a larger number of specific decorative patterns than the predetermined number. The difference is that there are times when a specific effect is executed in a non-specific effect mode and times when a specific effect is executed in a non-specific effect mode. Due to this difference, the invention of means A can solve the problem of "improving the interest of the game through performance" (achieving the effect).

Means B1:
Equipped with an operation unit (normal button 40) that can be operated by the player,
Executing a notification performance (variable performance) that notifies the result of a determination as to whether to create an advantageous state advantageous to the player (jackpot game state);
In the notification performance, executing a reach performance in which the performance symbols (performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3) take a reach state (achievement of reach shown in FIG. 50(A));
performing a change performance (a button vibration performance that vibrates the normal button 40) that changes the mode of the operation unit in accordance with an operation of the operation unit before or after executing the ready-to-reach performance in the notification performance; It is possible and
The rate at which the change performance is performed in response to the operation of the operation unit before the execution of the ready-to-reach performance is different from the rate at which the change performance is executed in response to the operation of the operation unit after the execution of the reach-to-reach performance ( (see FIG. 48).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, the rate at which the mode of the operating section changes in response to the operation of the operating section is different before and after the production symbol becomes in the ready-to-reach state, so that the production symbol is in the ready-to-reach state. There will be a difference in the enjoyment of operating the control panel before and after the operation, and an increase in interest can be expected.

Means B2:
The gaming machine according to means B1,
One or more first specific effects (battle effects of the transformation battle with enemy character X (see Figure 54), battle effects of the transformation battle with enemy character Y (see Figure 55)), and the first specific effects One or more second specific productions (battle production of a non-transformation battle with enemy character A (see FIG. 52), battle production of a non-transformation battle with enemy character B (see FIG. 52)) with low expectations that the characters will be controlled to the advantageous state ( It is possible to execute a specific performance (battle performance) selected from a plurality of performances including (see FIG. 53)) in the notification performance (variable performance),
It is possible to perform an opportunity performance (reach establishment challenge performance) that makes the player expect to be controlled to the advantageous state, and includes the change performance (button vibration performance) (see FIGS. 48 to 50);
A gaming machine characterized in that when executing the specific performance and the opportunity performance in the notification performance, the specific performance is selected from the second specific performance.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, the change performance that changes the mode of the operation unit in response to the operation of the operation unit is included in the opportunity performance that makes you expect control to be in an advantageous state, and this opportunity performance is executed. In this case, instead of the first specific effect, a second specific effect is executed, which has a lower degree of expectation for controlling an advantageous state than the first specific effect. Therefore, even when the second specific effect, which is not the first specific effect but has a lower expectation of control to an advantageous state, is executed, the degree of disappointment is alleviated by the execution of the good opportunity effect, and the interest is lowered. It is possible to prevent

Means B3:
The gaming machine according to means B2,
When the notification performance includes the opportunity performance and the second specific performance, the expectation is that the control will be controlled to the advantageous state more than when the notification performance does not include the opportunity performance but includes the second specific performance. A gaming machine characterized by a high degree of power (see FIG. 48).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, when the opportunity performance and the second specific performance are performed, the degree of expectation for controlling an advantageous state is higher than when the opportunity performance is not performed and the second specific performance is performed. Therefore, even when the second specific performance is performed, which has a low expectation of control to an advantageous state among the specific performances, it is not possible to make the player fully expect to be controlled to an advantageous state due to the favorable performance being performed. This is expected to increase interest.

By the way, in a pachinko game machine which is an example of a game machine, for example, as described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-open No. 2020-099773, depending on the operation of the operation means, the operation means operated and the operation operated A game machine is known that can perform an effect in which an operation means different from the operation means is vibrated. However, the effect of changing the mode of the operating means to a vibrating mode in response to the operation of the operating means, as described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-open No. 2020-099773, is now often seen, and the operation There is still room for improvement in providing entertainment to players through performances using means (operation units).

The above-mentioned means B provides for the gaming machine described in JP-A No. 2020-099773, in which "in the notification performance that notifies the result of the determination as to whether or not the player will be placed in an advantageous state, the performance symbol takes a ready-to-reach state. It is possible to execute a change effect that changes the mode of the operation unit in accordance with the operation of the operation unit before or after executing the reach effect, and it is possible to perform a change effect in accordance with the operation of the operation unit before executing the reach effect. The difference is that the rate at which the change performance is executed is different from the rate at which the change performance is executed in response to the operation of the operation unit after the execution of the reach performance. Due to this difference, the invention of means B can solve the problem of "improving the interest of the game through performance" (achieving the effect).

Means C1:
A game control means (game control microcomputer 101) that controls the progress of the game;
A performance control means (performance control microcomputer 121) capable of executing a performance based on a command from the game control means,
The game control means is capable of performing a symbol variation (special symbol variation) in which a predetermined symbol (special symbol) is variably displayed based on the result of the determination, and then stopped and displayed in a manner that indicates the result of the determination. and
The performance control means is
Performing a suggestive effect (character gathering effect, see FIG. 66) that displays a predetermined character (character K) based on the result of a look-ahead judgment performed before the validity judgment;
After performing a predetermined introductory effect (the effect of the introductory part of SP reach, see FIGS. 67(B) to (E)) in accordance with the symbol variation, a normal expansion effect (the first SP reach shown in FIG. 70) or Performing a special development performance (3rd SP reach shown in FIG. 68, 2nd SP reach shown in FIG. 69) that has a higher expectation of winning than the normal development performance;
In the introductory performance, a first performance (for example, a character preview performance of a band performance) that displays the characters displayed in the suggestive performance in a first display mode (band performance mode), or a first performance that displays the characters displayed in the suggestive performance It is possible to perform a second effect (triathlon character preview effect, see FIGS. 67(B) to (E)) in which the character to be played is displayed in a second display mode (for example, triathlon mode) (see FIG. 67(B) to (E)). 62),
A game machine characterized in that the special development performance is more easily executed after the introduction performance is executed when the second performance is executed than when the first performance is executed (the game machine according to the third embodiment) Pachinko machine PZ3).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, the predetermined character displayed in the suggestive effect based on the result of the pre-reading determination is displayed in the first display mode or in the second display mode in the introductory effect accompanying symbol variation. Depending on the display mode, whether a normal development performance is performed after the introduction performance or a special development performance with a higher expectation of winning is different. Therefore, while creating a relationship between the display of the character based on the result of the look-ahead determination and the display of the character during the introduction performance due to symbol variation, it is possible to predict the performance that will follow the introduction performance based on the display mode of the character. By connecting a series of performances like this, it is possible to improve the game's interest.

Means C2:
The gaming machine according to means C1,
The performance control means is
A specific command indicating that the variable ball entry device (electronic tube 12D) is controlled to a state where the ball enters easily (open state) (common pattern fluctuation start command including information on the general pattern fluctuation pattern FHP001, FIG. 57(C) It is possible to execute a predetermined effect (“roulette effect (〇)”, see FIGS. 58(B), (C), and (E)) based on the reception of the
When the symbol change that triggers control to a predetermined state (state in which SP Reach is being executed) is pending (when there is a special symbol pending that is scheduled to perform SP Reach), and for a predetermined period after the symbol change is started. A gaming machine characterized in that, if the time has elapsed (SP reach is being executed), the predetermined effect is not executed even if the specific command is received (see FIG. 65).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, the variable ball entry device prevents the ball from entering if a symbol change that triggers control to a predetermined state is pending or if a predetermined period of time has elapsed since the start of the symbol change. Even if the performance control means receives a specific command indicating that the performance is to be controlled in a simple state, the predetermined performance is not executed, so that the performance is prevented from becoming complicated, and the game enjoyment is improved due to the performance being executed in a complicated manner. It is possible to suppress the decline in

Means C3:
The gaming machine according to means C2,
When the performance control means is executing the normal development performance (first SP reach) or the special development performance (third SP reach, second SP reach), the performance control means may not execute the predetermined performance even if the specific command is received. (See FIG. 65).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, when a normal development performance or a special development performance is executed after an introduction performance accompanied by symbol variations, the variable ball entry device is controlled to a state where it is easy to enter the ball. Even if the performance control means receives a specific command to indicate the performance, the predetermined performance is not executed. Therefore, the player's attention can be directed to the normal development performance or the special development performance, and the performance is prevented from becoming complicated. It is possible to suppress a decline in gaming interest due to complicated execution.

By the way, conventionally, as a pachinko game machine which is an example of a game machine, for example, as described in Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2020-014923, a preview performance in which one of a plurality of characters utters a line in one variable performance has been used. A gaming machine is known that develops into a character reach performance in which any one of a plurality of characters appears after the game is played. However, in the game machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-open No. 2020-014923, one of the multiple characters utters a line as a preview effect, and then one of the multiple characters appears as a character reach. There was no sense of any connection between the performances. Therefore, there is still room for improvement in order to improve the interest of the performance.

The above-mentioned means C provides a gaming machine described in JP-A No. 2020-014923, in which "a suggestive effect is performed in which a predetermined character is displayed based on the result of a look-ahead determination performed before a validity determination. , After performing a predetermined introductory presentation in accordance with the symbol changes based on the result of the win/fail judgment, a normal development presentation or a special development presentation with higher winning expectations than the normal development presentation is performed, and in the introduction presentation, a suggestive presentation is performed. It is possible to perform a first effect that displays the character displayed in the first display mode or a second effect that displays the character displayed in the second display mode. The difference is that the special development effect is more likely to be executed after the introduction effect when two effects are executed. Due to this difference, the invention of means C can solve the problem of "improving the interest of the game through performance" (achieving the effect).

PZ1...Pachinko game machine PZ2...Pachinko game machine PZ3...Pachinko game machine 12D...Electric chew (variable ball entry device)
40...Normal button (operation section)
50...Image display device 50a...Display section 101...Microcomputer for game control 121...Microcomputer for production control EZ1...Left production pattern EZ2...Medium production pattern EZ3...Right production pattern SG...Number section DG...Pedestal section K...Character Ka...No. 1st character Kb...2nd character Kc...3rd character Kd...4th character Ke...5th character G91...Roulette image

Claims (3)

After performing a first performance of displaying a decorative pattern in a predetermined manner, it is possible to perform a specific performance of performing a second performance that can derive a specific result or a non-specific result,
The decorative pattern includes a first specific decorative pattern that suggests that the non-specific result is likely to be derived , and a second specific decorative pattern that has a lower rate of deriving the non-specific result than the first specific decorative pattern. , a plurality of types including a non-specific decorative pattern in which the non-specific result is derived at a lower rate than the second specific decorative pattern ,
a specific production mode in which the decorative pattern includes a predetermined number of the first specific decorative patterns and a specific number of the second specific decorative patterns ; It can be set to a non-specific production mode that includes a pattern and a number of the second specific decorative patterns smaller than the specific number ,
Whether in the specific production mode or the non-specific production mode, the number of the non-specific decorative patterns included in the decorative pattern does not change,
A gaming machine characterized in that there are times when the specific performance is executed in the specific performance mode and times when the specific performance is executed in the non-specific performance mode. The gaming machine according to claim 1,
It is possible to control to an advantageous state advantageous to the player when the specific performance ends, and to control to a privilege state after the advantageous state when a predetermined condition is satisfied,
As the specific performance, there is a case in which a high performance performance is executed in which the predetermined condition is satisfied at a predetermined rate when controlled to be in the advantageous state, and a case in which the predetermined condition is satisfied when controlled to be in the advantageous state. There are cases where a low-achievement effect is executed in which the rate of execution is lower than the predetermined rate ,
The low achievement performance is a variable performance in which a reach is formed with the first specific decorative pattern,
The gaming machine is characterized in that the winning performance is a variable performance in which a reach is formed using the second specific decorative pattern . The gaming machine according to claim 2,
Before determining whether to control to the advantageous state, a pre-read judgment is made as to whether the control will be in the advantageous state or whether the predetermined condition is satisfied, and based on the result of the pre-read judgment, it is determined whether the control is to be in the advantageous state. It is possible to execute a predetermined look-ahead effect that makes people look forward to it,
In the case where the pre-reading determination is made that the advantageous state will be reached, and when executing the low-achieving performance as the specific performance corresponding to the pre-reading determination, it is determined that the predetermined condition is satisfied in the pre-reading determination. The gaming machine is characterized in that even if it is determined that the predetermined condition is not satisfied even if the predetermined condition is not met, execution of the predetermined prefetch performance based on the prefetch determination is limited.

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