JP6636779B2 - Gaming machine - Google Patents

Description

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

  As a gaming machine, when a game medium such as a game ball is fired into a game area by a launching device, and a game medium wins in a predetermined winning area (start winning opening) provided in the game area (start condition is satisfied). A variable display device capable of variably displaying identification information (also referred to as “variation”) is provided, and is advantageous to the player when the display result of the variable display of identification information becomes a specific display result (big hit symbol) on the variable display device. There is one configured to be controllable to a specific game state.

  Further, as the above-described gaming machine, there is a gaming machine that displays a digest display corresponding to a change to be started in a digest display area (for example, see Patent Document 1).

JP 2013-123602 A

  However, even if the technique described in Patent Literature 1 is used, it is not possible to appropriately notify that the display mode of the special image has changed, and there is a possibility that the interest of the player may be reduced.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above-described circumstances, and has as its object to provide a gaming machine that can appropriately notify a change in the display mode of a special image and improve the interest of a player.

(1) In order to achieve the above object, a gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1 or the like) which is one embodiment of the present invention has a variable display (for example, a variable display of a special figure, a variable display of a decorative pattern, a special figure, A game that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a high-accuracy state, a low-accuracy state, a high-base state, a low-base state, a reach, a big hit game state, a super-reach state, etc.) that is performed by a player by performing a variable display of a decorative pattern. Machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1) , wherein the information relating to the variable display for which the start condition is not satisfied is stored as hold information, and the information corresponds to the hold information stored in the hold storage means. a hold display unit which performs hold display, variable display of the start condition is based on the established, special image display means for displaying a special image corresponding to the variable display (eg, a corresponding to the variable display And processing, etc.) for displaying the revertive displayed in the active display area comprises a display mode and hold display of the display mode of the special image, a plurality of types of display modes in accordance with expectations, which is controlled to an advantageous state (e.g., red display mode, a yellow display mode, a blue display mode, such as a white display mode) and varied to permit any of the case where the display mode of the special image changes, corresponding to the special image The change of the special image is notified before the start condition of the variable display is satisfied (for example, when the start display is displayed as a hold display in the winning prize storage display area 5H) (for example, as shown in FIG. 32). Notification by displaying an image that informs the user of "Two more chances", notification by displaying a character image, and notification by displaying an effect. It is possible to execute a notification effect (e.g., notification by a notification effect such as a sound output from a speaker or light emission by a lamp) (for example, when performing an active display change effect accompanied by execution of the notification effect as a specific effect, FIG. 32. To execute a notification effect of displaying an image for notifying “two more times to a chance” as shown in 32, and to notify that the hold display of the target changes when it is displayed as the active display in the active display area. it etc.) is possible, when the number of pending information stored in the hold memory means is equal to or more than a predetermined number, the than the number of the stored pending storage means holding information is less than a predetermined number execution ratio of notification effect is rather high (e.g., in a specific effect running state determination table, when the pending memory having less than one when the hold memory having 1 or more The specific effect is easier to execute than when the number of reserved memories is two or more, and the specific effect is easier to execute than when the number of reserved memories is less than two. When the number of reserved memories is three or more, the number of reserved memories is three. Depending on the display mode of the special image to be finally displayed, the display mode is changed at the stage of the hold display or displayed at the stage of the special image. It is characterized in that the ratio of changing the mode is different .

  According to such a configuration, a change in the display mode of the special image can be appropriately notified before the start condition of the variable display corresponding to the special image is satisfied. Can be improved.

  (2) In the gaming machine according to (1), when it is notified that the special image changes, the display mode of the special image may change to a display mode that is equal to or higher than a predetermined expected value. (For example, when the final display mode is changed to a display mode that is equal to or more than a predetermined expected value (for example, a red display mode), the ratio of determining the effect mode of the specific effect as the active display effect accompanied by the execution of the notification effect increases. ing).

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the player's expectation that the display mode of the special image changes from the stage before the display mode of the special image changes.

  (3) In the gaming machine of (1) or (2), the execution ratio of the notification effect is higher when the number of reserved storages is equal to or more than the predetermined number than when the number of reserved storages is less than the predetermined number. (For example, in the specific effect execution presence / absence determination table, the specific effect is easier to be executed when the number of reserved memories is one or more than when the number of reserved memories is less than one. The specific effect is easier to execute than when the number of storages is less than two, and the specific effect is easier to be executed when the number of reserved storages is three or more than when the number of reserved storages is less than three.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the player's expectation that the display mode of the special image changes from the stage before the display mode of the special image changes.

  (4) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (3), the special image can be displayed by taking over at least a part of a display mode of a hold display corresponding to the special image, and a predetermined expected value In the case of the display mode of the hold display or the display mode of the special image described above, the rate of change of the display mode of the special image may be higher than the change of the display mode of the hold display (for example, The display mode of the active display inherits the form “○” of the display mode of the hold display, and when the display mode is red or yellow, the hold display change effect is determined as the effect mode of the specific effect. The active display change effect is more easily determined as the effect mode of the specific effect.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation even when the display mode of the hold display does not change, and it is possible to improve the interest of the player.

  (5) In any of the gaming machines according to (1) to (4), when the special image is notified of a change, the display mode of the hold display other than the hold display targeted for notification and the special The display mode of the image may be restricted from changing (for example, if there is suspension information of a target on which the active display change production is executed as a specific production, the production execution flag may be set. Thus, the determination of whether or not to execute a specific effect is not newly performed until the hold information of the target is consumed.)

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player from being confused as to which hold display should be expected.

1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to one embodiment of the present invention. It is a block diagram showing various control boards and the like mounted on the pachinko gaming machine. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command, etc. It is explanatory drawing which illustrates the random number for games counted by the side of the main board. It is a figure which illustrates a change category and a change pattern. It is a figure showing an example of composition of a special figure display result decision table. It is a figure showing the example of composition of a big hit type decision table. It is a block diagram showing an example of composition of a game control data holding area. It is a figure showing the example of composition of the production control pattern, etc. It is a block diagram showing a configuration example of an effect control data holding area. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the timer interrupt processing for game control. It is a flow chart which shows an example of special design process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the start winning determination processing in the special symbol process processing. It is a flow chart which shows an example of processing at the time of a start winning. It is a flowchart showing an example of a winning random number value determination process. It is a figure showing the example of selection of a fluctuation category decision table. It is a figure showing the example of composition of a fluctuation category decision table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol normal process. It is a figure showing an example of setting of a change ratio of a change pattern. It is a flow chart which shows an example of production control main processing. 9 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of effect control process processing. It is a flow chart which shows an example of an at-winning-time effect determination process in an effect control process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the specific effect execution determination process in the winning effect determination process. It is a figure showing an example of setting of a decision ratio by a final display mode decision table. It is a figure which shows the example of a setting of the determination ratio by a specific effect execution presence / absence determination table. It is a figure showing an example of setting of a decision ratio by a specific production mode decision table. It is a figure showing an example of selection of a decision ratio by an active display change pattern decision table. It is a figure showing an example of setting of a decision ratio by a suspension display change pattern decision table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a variable display start setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the effect determination process in the variable display start setting process. FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating a display operation example in the image display device. FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating a display operation example in the image display device. FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating a display operation example in the image display device.

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

  A normal winning ball device 6A and a normal variable winning ball device 6B are provided in a lower portion of the game area of the gaming board 2. The normal winning prize ball device 6A forms a first starting winning opening as a starting area (first starting area) that is always kept in a fixed open state by a predetermined ball receiving member, for example. The normally variable winning ball device 6B is an electric motor having a pair of movable wing pieces that change between a normal open state, which is a vertical position, and an enlarged open state, which is a tilt position, by a solenoid 81 for a normal electric accessory shown in FIG. A tulip-type accessory (ordinary electric accessory) is provided, and a start area (second start area) forms a second start winning port.

  As an example, in the ordinary variable winning prize ball device 6B, when the solenoid 81 for the ordinary electric accessory is in the off state, the movable wing piece is in the vertical position, so that the game ball passes (enters) the second starting winning opening. It is difficult to open normally. On the other hand, in the ordinary variable winning prize ball device 6B, the game ball passes through the second starting winning opening by the tilting control in which the movable wing piece is in the tilting position when the solenoid 81 for the normal electric accessory is in the ON state ( Into the open state where it is easy to enter.

  Note that, even when the normally variable winning prize ball device 6B is in the normally open state, although the game ball can enter the second starting winning opening, it is more likely that the gaming ball enters than in the enlarged opening state. You may comprise so that it may become low. Alternatively, the normally variable winning prize ball device 6B may be configured such that, in the normally open state, for example, by closing the second starting winning port, the game ball does not enter the second starting winning port. As described above, the second start winning opening as the second start area has an enlarged open state in which the game balls easily pass (enter), and a normal open state in which the game balls hardly pass (enter) or cannot pass (enter). Changes to

  A game ball that has passed (entered) the first starting winning opening formed by the normal winning ball device 6A is detected by, for example, the first starting opening switch 22A shown in FIG. A game ball that has passed (entered) the second starting winning opening formed by the normal variable winning ball device 6B is detected by, for example, the second starting opening switch 22B shown in FIG. Note that a winning by detecting a game ball that has passed (entered) the first starting winning opening by the first starting opening switch 22A is referred to as a first starting winning. In addition, a winning by detecting a game ball that has passed (entered) the second starting winning port by the second starting port switch 22B is referred to as a second starting winning.

  A predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls based on the fact that the game balls that have passed (entered) the first start winning port are detected by the first start port switch 22A (based on the occurrence of the first start winning). Is paid out as a prize ball, and if the first special figure reserved storage number (described later) is equal to or less than a predetermined upper limit (for example, “4”), the first special figure game executed on the first special symbol display device 4A. A first start condition (also referred to as a first execution condition) for executing a variable display game, such as a variable display game (described later) or a variable display of a decorative symbol (described later) executed on the image display device 5, is established.

  A predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls passing through (entering) the second start winning opening is detected by the second start opening switch 22B (based on occurrence of the second start winning). If the game ball is paid out as a prize ball and the second special figure reserved storage number (described later) is equal to or less than a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”), the second special figure display device 4B executes the second special figure display device 4B. A second start condition (also referred to as a second execution condition) for executing a variable display game, such as a figure game (described later) or a variable display of a decorative symbol (described later) executed on the image display device 5 is satisfied. The number of prize balls paid out based on the first starting prize and the number of prize balls paid out based on the second starting prize may be the same or different. Good.

  The first special figure reserved storage number is the number of variable display games (variable display games due to the occurrence of the first start winning) that are not executed immediately when the first start winning is generated but are temporarily suspended. Even if the first start condition for executing the variable display game such as the first special figure game (described later) or the variable display of the decorative symbol (described later) is satisfied by the occurrence of the first start winning, the first start is performed. When the first start condition that allows the start of the above-described variable display game due to the occurrence of the winning is not satisfied (for example, the variable display game based on the first start condition or the second start condition that has been satisfied first is being executed) That is, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the big hit gaming state), the execution of the variable display game is suspended (the variable display game is in a state of waiting for execution). In other words, the first special figure reserved storage number is the number of variable display games due to the occurrence of the first startup prize in the execution waiting state. The first special figure reserved storage number decreases by one each time one first start condition is satisfied.

  Note that the first start condition based on a certain first start winning is satisfied, but the first start condition allowing the start of the variable display game based on the first start winning is not satisfied. The variable display corresponding to the first start winning The information relating to the first start winning is stored (held) as hold data (first special figure hold information) until a first start condition allowing the start of the variable display game by the first start winning is satisfied. In other words, the held first special figure reservation information is digested one by one each time the first start condition is satisfied, and the variable display game based on the digested first special figure reservation information is executed.

  The second special figure reserved storage number is the number of variable display games (variable display games due to the occurrence of the second start winning) that are not executed immediately when the second start winning is generated but are temporarily suspended. Even if the second start condition for executing the variable display game such as the second special figure game (described later) or the variable display of the decorative symbol (described later) is satisfied by the occurrence of the second start winning, the second start is performed. When the second start condition that allows the start of the above-described variable display game due to the occurrence of a prize is not satisfied (for example, the variable display game based on the first start condition or the second start condition that is satisfied first is being executed) That is, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the big hit gaming state), the execution of the variable display game is suspended (the variable display game is in a state of waiting for execution). That is, the second special figure reserved storage number is the number of variable display games due to the occurrence of the second start winning in the state of waiting for execution. The second special figure reserved storage number decreases by one each time one second start condition is satisfied.

  Note that the second start condition based on a certain second start winning is satisfied, but the second start condition allowing the start of the variable display game based on the second start winning is not satisfied. The variable display corresponding to the second start winning The information relating to the second start winning is stored (reserved) as suspension data (second special figure suspension information) until a second start condition allowing the start of the variable display game by the second start winning is satisfied. In other words, the held second special figure reservation information is digested one by one each time the second start condition is satisfied, and the variable display game based on the digested second special figure reservation information is executed.

  When the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening are not particularly distinguished, they are simply referred to as “start winning opening”. In addition, when the first start winning and the second start winning are not particularly distinguished, they are also simply referred to as “start winning”. The number of reserved storages obtained by adding the first special figure reserved storage number and the second special figure reserved storage number is referred to as “total reserved storage number”. When the first special figure reserved storage number, the second special figure reserved storage number, and the total reserved storage number are not particularly distinguished, they are usually simply referred to as “special figure reserved storage number”, but simply referred to as “special figure reserved storage number”. When it is called “storage number”, it may mean any one or two of the first special figure reserved storage number, the second special figure reserved storage number, and the total reserved storage number. When the first start condition and the second start condition are not particularly distinguished, they are simply referred to as “start condition” or “execution condition”. When the first start condition and the second start condition are not particularly distinguished from each other, they are also simply referred to as “start conditions”. In addition, the first special figure reservation information and the second special figure reservation information are also simply referred to as “special figure reservation information” unless otherwise distinguished.

  A special variable winning ball device 7 is provided in a lower portion of the game area of the gaming board 2 (below the normal winning ball device 6A and the normal variable winning ball device 6B). The special variable winning ball device 7 includes a special winning opening door that is driven to be opened and closed by a solenoid 82 serving as a special winning opening door shown in FIG. 2, and a specific area that changes between an open state and a closed state by the special winning opening door. As a big winning opening as.

  As an example, in the special variable winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door is in the off state, the special winning opening door closes the special winning opening, and the game ball passes (enters) the special winning opening. Disable it. On the other hand, in the special variable winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door is on, the special winning opening door opens the special winning opening, and the game ball passes through the special winning opening (enters). ) In this way, the special winning opening as the specific area changes between an open state in which the game balls easily pass (enter), which is advantageous for the player, and a closed state in which the game balls cannot pass (enter), which is disadvantageous for the player. I do. In addition, instead of the closed state in which the game ball cannot pass (enter) the special winning opening, or in addition to the closed state, a partially open state in which the game ball hardly passes (enter) the special winning opening may be provided.

  A game ball that has passed (entered) the special winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is detected by, for example, the count switch 23 shown in FIG. Based on the detection of the game balls by the count switch 23, a predetermined number (for example, 15) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. In this way, when the game ball passes through (enters) the large winning opening that has been opened in the special variable winning ball device 7, the gaming ball passes through another winning opening, for example, the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening. More prize balls are paid out than when passing (entering). Therefore, when the special winning opening is opened in the special variable winning ball device 7, the game ball can enter the special winning opening, and the first state is advantageous for the player. On the other hand, if the special winning opening is closed in the special variable winning prize ball device 7, it becomes impossible or difficult to obtain a prize ball by passing (entering) a game ball into the special winning opening. The second state is more disadvantageous for the person than the first state.

  A first special symbol display device 4A and a second special symbol display device 4B are provided on the right side of the game area on the game board 2. The first special symbol display device 4A is composed of, for example, 7-segment or dot matrix LEDs (light emitting diodes). The same applies to the second special symbol display device 4B. The first special symbol display device 4A variably displays (variable display) a special symbol (also referred to as “special symbol”), which is a plurality of types of identification information (special identification information) that can identify each of them. The same applies to the second special symbol display device 4B. The special symbol (special figure) variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A is also referred to as “first special symbol”, and the special symbol (special symbol) variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B is “ Also referred to as "second special map". In addition, a game executed with variable display of identification information (or variable display of identification information itself) is referred to as a variable display game. In particular, the variable display game executed by the first special symbol display device 4A (variable display game for variably displaying the first special symbol) is also referred to as the first special symbol game, and the variable display game executed by the second special symbol display device 4B. (Variable display game for variably displaying the second special figure) is also referred to as a second special figure game. When the first special figure game and the second special figure game are not distinguished, they are simply referred to as “special figure games”.

  The first special symbol display device 4A (the same applies to the second special symbol display device 4B) includes a plurality of types of special figure games including numbers indicating "0" to "9", symbols indicating "-", and the like. Variable display of special symbols. Each special symbol has a symbol number corresponding to each symbol. As an example, each number indicating "0" to "9" is assigned a symbol number of "0" to "9", and a symbol indicating "-" is assigned a symbol number of "10". I just need. In addition, the special symbol is not limited to a symbol including a numeral indicating “0” to “9”, a symbol indicating “−”, or the like. For example, a plurality of types of lighting patterns (for example, lighting patterns such as the letters L and E in the alphabet) in which the combinations of the ones to be turned on and the ones to be turned off in the 7-segment LED are set in advance and set as special symbols It may be displayed.

  A first hold display 25A and a second hold display 25B are provided on the right side of the game area on the gaming board 2 (above the first special symbol display 4A and the second special symbol display 4B). . The first reservation display 25A is configured to include, for example, four LEDs, and specifies the first special figure reservation storage number (the number of reservations of the first special figure game) based on the reservation data (first special figure reservation information). A first hold display is displayed to indicate that it is possible. For example, the first reservation display 25A displays the first special figure reservation storage number in a identifiable manner by the number of LEDs to be turned on. For example, if the hold number of the first special figure game is increased by one due to the establishment of the new first start condition, the lighting number is increased by one, and the hold of the first special figure game is held by the establishment of the new first start condition. When the number is reduced by one, the number of lights may be reduced by one.

  The second hold indicator 25B includes, for example, four LEDs, and specifies the second special figure hold storage number (the hold number of the second special figure game) based on the hold data (second special figure hold information). A second hold display is performed to indicate that it is possible. For example, the second reservation indicator 25B displays the number of second special figure reservation storages so as to be specified by the number of LEDs to be turned on. For example, if the hold number of the second special figure game is increased by one due to establishment of the new second start condition, the lighting number is increased by one, and the hold of the second special figure game is held by establishment of the new second start condition. When the number is reduced by one, the number of lights may be reduced by one.

  On the left side of the game area of the game board 2, a pass gate 41, a normal symbol display device 20, and a general symbol hold display device 25C are provided. A game ball that has passed through the passage gate 41 is detected by, for example, the gate switch 21 shown in FIG. Based on the fact that the game ball that has passed through the passage gate 41 is detected by the gate switch 21, if the number of stored ordinary figures (described later) is equal to or smaller than a predetermined upper limit (for example, “4”), the ordinary symbol display 20 is displayed. The general figure starting condition for executing the general figure game (described later) executed in is established.

  The normal symbol display device 20 is composed of a 7-segment or dot matrix LED as in the case of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. The ordinary symbol display device 20 variably displays (variably displays) ordinary symbols (also referred to as “ordinary symbols” or “ordinary symbols”) which are a plurality of types of identification information different from special symbols. Note that the variable display game for variably displaying the ordinary symbols is also referred to as the ordinary figure game (or “ordinary figure game”). It should be noted that information relating to the general-purpose game in which the general-purpose start condition is satisfied but the general-purpose start condition (described later) is not satisfied is stored (reserved) as suspension data (general-purpose suspension information).

  The general-purpose reservation display device 25C includes, for example, four LEDs, and displays the number of general-purpose reservation storages based on the reservation data (general-purpose reservation information), for example, by the number of LEDs to be turned on. The number of stored general-purpose games is the number of general-purpose games whose execution has been temporarily suspended without being immediately executed when a game ball that has passed through the passage gate 41 is detected by the gate switch 21. Even if the general-purpose start condition for executing the general-purpose game is satisfied by the detection of the game ball by the gate switch 21, the general-purpose start condition allowing the start of the general-purpose game is not satisfied ( For example, when the previously established general-purpose game is being executed, the execution of the general-purpose game is suspended (the general-purpose game is in a state of waiting for execution). In other words, the number of stored general-purpose games is the number of games in the general-purpose game waiting to be executed. The number of stored general-purpose drawings decreases by one each time one general-purpose start condition is satisfied.

  An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area on the game board 2. The image display device 5 includes, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display device), and forms a display area for displaying various effect images.

  In the display area of the image display device 5, a decorative symbol display area is arranged. In the decorative symbol display area, decorative symbols, each of which is a plurality of types of identification information (decoration identification information) that can be identified, are variably displayed. The variable display of the decoration identification information (decorative design) is also included in the variable display game. The image display device 5 is a first special figure game (a special figure game using the first special figure) executed by the first special symbol display apparatus 4A, or a second special figure game executed by the second special symbol display apparatus 4B. In response to the game (special figure game using the second special figure), variable display of a plurality of types of decorative symbols is executed in the display area (decorative symbol display area).

  As an example, as shown in FIG. 1, “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are arranged in the display area of the image display device 5. Corresponding to the start of any special figure game of the first special figure game or the second special figure game, that is, corresponding to the start of fluctuation of any special figure of the first special figure game or the second special figure game Then, in each of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the variation of the decorative symbol (for example, vertical scroll display) is started. After that, in response to the end of the special figure game, that is, in response to the stop display of the special figure, in each of the decorative design display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the decorative design (variable display design, final Stop symbol) is stopped and displayed. That is, in the display area (decorative symbol display area 5L, 5C, 5R) of the image display device 5, the variation of the decorative symbol is started in conjunction with (corresponding to) the first special figure game (or the second special figure game). , The final decorative symbol (also referred to as a final stop symbol) is stopped and displayed.

  The decorative pattern includes, for example, eight kinds of patterns (alphanumeric characters "1" to "8", Chinese numerals, English characters, eight character images related to a predetermined motif, a combination of numbers, characters, or symbols and character images. For example, the character image may be a decorative image showing a person, an animal, an object other than these, a symbol such as a character, or any other graphic. Each decorative symbol is assigned a symbol number corresponding to each decorative symbol. As an example, it is sufficient that each alphanumeric character indicating “1” to “8” is given a symbol number of “1” to “8”. The number of decorative patterns is not limited to eight, but may be any number (for example, seven or nine) as long as an appropriate number of combinations such as a big hit combination and a lossy combination can be configured.

  It should be noted that a fixed display, which is a variable display result of a special symbol (also referred to as a special symbol display result), is stopped and the variable display is terminated, or a fixed decoration symbol (a final stop), which is a variable display result of a decorative symbol. Stop display for stopping the variable display by stopping the display of the symbol, or stopping display of the fixed normal symbol which is a variable display result of the normal symbol (also referred to as a general symbol display result) and terminating the variable display. , Complete stop display, final stop display, or derived display (or simply "derived"). Note that the change start timing and the change end timing of the decorative symbol do not necessarily need to coincide with the change start timing and the change end timing of the special symbol, and the decorative symbol is changed within the change time of the special symbol (special symbol change time). It is only necessary that the fluctuation time of the time be within.

  In other words, the change start timing of the decorative symbol may be later than the change start timing of the special symbol, or the change end timing of the special symbol (stop display timing of the fixed special symbol) may be changed to the change end timing of the decorative symbol (the fixed decorative symbol (Stop display timing). For example, the execution of the predetermined effect may be started after the fixed decoration symbol is stopped and displayed, and the fixed special symbol may be stopped and displayed at the end of the execution of the predetermined effect. An example of the predetermined effect is a simple on-hold effect (described later) which is one mode of the on-hold effect (described later).

  Further, a stop display different from the complete stop display (final stop display, derived display) may be performed. For example, the decorative symbol may be temporarily stopped and displayed during the variable display from the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol to the derivation display of the fixed decorative symbol. In the temporary stop display, for example, a decorative pattern whose fluctuation speed is “0” is displayed while being stopped while causing slight shaking or expansion or contraction, or shorter than a predetermined time (for example, one second). It includes a display that stops and displays without causing time, minute shaking, expansion and contraction, and the like.

  In the display area of the image display device 5, a first start prize storage display area 5HL and a second start prize storage display area 5HR are arranged. In the first start prize storage display area 5HL, similar to the first hold display 25A, a first hold display for specifying the first special figure hold storage number is performed. That is, the number of the first special figure games whose execution is currently suspended is displayed so as to be specified. In the first start prize storage display area 5HL, as in the case of the second reservation display 25B, a second reservation display for specifying the second special figure reservation storage number is performed. That is, the number of the second special figure games whose execution is currently suspended is displayed so as to be specified.

  In the first start winning storage display area 5HL, the first hold display may be performed, for example, right-justified. That is, when the number of suspensions of the first special figure game is increased due to the establishment of the new first start condition, if there is no other first suspension display in the first startup winning storage display area 5HL, the first startup winning storage display. On the right side of the area 5HL (the center side of the display area of the image display device 5), a new first hold display is added as a hold display corresponding to the increased first special figure hold information, and a first start winning storage display area 5HL. If there is another first hold display, the new first hold is displayed on the left side of the other first hold display (if there are a plurality of other first hold displays, the left side of the leftmost first hold display). A display may be added. Further, in the case where there are a plurality of first holding displays in the first start winning storage display area 5HL, when the holding number of the first special figure game is reduced due to the establishment of the new first start condition, the reduced first number is displayed. The first hold display (the first oldest first hold display) displayed on the rightmost side of the first start winning storage display area 5HL corresponding to the hold display corresponding to the special map hold information is deleted, Each of the other first hold displays is moved (shifted) to the erased first hold display side (right side).

  In the second start winning storage display area 5HR, the second hold display may be performed, for example, left-justified. That is, when the number of reserves of the second special figure game increases due to establishment of the new second start condition, if there is no other second reserve display in the second start winning storage storage display area 5HR, the second start winning storage display. A new second hold display is added to the left side of the area 5HR (on the center side of the display area of the image display device 5) as a hold display corresponding to the increased second special figure hold information, and a second start winning storage display area 5HR. If there is another second hold display, the new second hold display is on the right side of the other second hold display (or the rightmost second hold display if there are a plurality of other second hold displays). A display may be added.

  Further, when there are a plurality of second holding displays in the second start winning storage display area 5HR, and when the holding number of the second special figure game is reduced due to the establishment of the new second start condition, the reduced second number is displayed. The second start display (the second oldest display displayed since the oldest) displayed on the leftmost side of the second start winning storage display area 5HR corresponding to the hold display corresponding to the special map hold information is deleted, Each of the other second hold displays is moved (shifted) to the erased second hold display side (left side). When the first start winning storage display area 5HL and the second start winning storage display area 5HR are not particularly distinguished, they are also simply referred to as “start winning storage display area 5H”.

  In the display area of the image display device 5, in addition to the first start prize storage display area 5HL and the second start prize storage display area 5HR, the first start prize storage display area 5HL and the second The hold display erased (moved) from the start winning storage display area 5HR (that is, the first special figure hold information that is consumed when the first start condition is satisfied, and the second special information that is consumed when the second start condition is satisfied). Active display area AHA (active display area, display during digestion) displaying an active display (also referred to as display during digestion, this time display, etc.) corresponding to the suspension display corresponding to the variable display of the decorative pattern executed based on the special figure reservation information. Area, also referred to as a digestion display area), for example, is disposed between the first start winning storage display area 5HL and the second start winning storage display area 5HR. .

  In the game area of the game board 2, in addition to the above-described configuration, a windmill for changing the flowing direction and speed of the game ball and a number of obstacle nails are provided. In addition, as a winning opening different from the first starting winning opening, the second starting winning opening, and the big winning opening, for example, a single or a plurality of general winning openings that are always kept in a fixed open state by a predetermined ball receiving member are provided. You may be. In this case, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls may be paid out as prize balls based on detection of a game ball that has entered any of the general prize holes by a predetermined general prize ball switch. At the bottom of the game area, there is provided an out port for taking in a game ball that has not entered any of the winning ports.

  At a lower right position of the gaming machine frame 3, a hit ball operation handle (operation knob) operated by a player or the like to fire a game ball as a game medium toward the game area is provided. For example, the hit ball operation handle adjusts the resilience of a game ball in accordance with the amount of operation (the amount of rotation) by a player or the like. The hitting operation handle may be provided with a single-shot firing switch for stopping driving of a firing motor included in the hitting ball firing device, or a touch ring (touch sensor).

  At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the game area, a game ball paid out as a prize ball or a game ball loaned by a predetermined ball rental machine is held so that it can be supplied to the hitting ball launching device (reservation). ) Is provided. At the lower part of the gaming machine frame 3, there is provided a lower plate that holds (retains) excess balls overflowing from the upper plate so as to be able to be discharged to the outside of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  For example, a stick controller 31A that can be gripped and tilted by a player is attached to a member that forms the lower plate, for example, at a predetermined position on the near side on the upper surface of the lower plate main body (for example, the center portion of the lower plate). I have. The stick controller 31A includes an operation rod held by the player, and a trigger button is provided at a predetermined position of the operation rod (for example, a position where the index finger of the operator's hand is hooked when the player grips the operation rod). I have. The trigger button can perform a predetermined instruction operation by performing a push-pull operation with a predetermined operation finger (for example, an index finger or the like) in a state where the player holds the operation rod of the stick controller 31A with an operation hand (for example, a left hand). What is necessary is just to be comprised as follows. It is sufficient that a trigger sensor for detecting a predetermined instruction operation such as a push-pull operation on the trigger button or the like is built in the operation stick.

  It is sufficient that a tilt direction sensor unit that detects a tilt operation on the operation rod is provided in a lower portion of the stick controller 31A inside the main body of the lower plate. For example, the tilt direction sensor unit includes two transmission-type photosensors (parallel sensors) disposed parallel to the game board 2 on the left side of the center position of the operation stick when viewed from the side of the player facing the pachinko gaming machine 1. Pair) and two transmission-type photosensors (vertical sensor pairs) that are arranged on the right side of the center position of the operation stick as viewed from the player side and perpendicular to the board surface of the game board 2. What is necessary is just to be comprised including a photosensor.

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

  A sound output member is provided around the gaming area of the gaming machine frame 3. In the example shown in FIG. 1, a speaker 8UL and a speaker 8UR are installed at upper left and right positions of the gaming machine frame 3, and a speaker 8LL and a speaker 8LR are installed at a lower right and left lower part of the upper plate (left and right upper part of the lower plate). Has been installed. Hereinafter, the speakers 8UL, 8UR, 8LL, and 8LR are simply referred to as the speakers 8 unless particularly distinguished. The speaker 8 outputs (reproduces) sound (sound and voice). For example, the speaker 8 outputs an effect sound (also referred to as a sound effect) according to the progress of the game of the pachinko gaming machine 1, and outputs a warning sound according to the situation of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  The production sound includes music, detection sound, response sound, notification sound, and the like. The music in the production sound is, for example, a BGM, a song, or the like output according to the progress of the game. The detection sound in the effect sound is, for example, a sound or a voice (line, message) output according to a detection result by a switch or a sensor (for example, detection of winning in the first starting winning opening or the like). The response sound in the effect sound is, for example, a sound or a voice output in response to an operation of operating the push button 31B. Since the act of operating the push button 31B is also detected by the push sensor, the response sound output in response to the act of operating the push button 31B is also a detection sound. The notification sound in the effect sound is, for example, a sound or a voice that is issued to request an operation action on the push button 31B, or a sound or a voice that is provided to notify that the state is shifted to the reach state when the reach state (described later) is changed. A sound or a voice that gives advance notice or suggestion that the game mode is to be shifted to the big hit gaming state before shifting to the big hit gaming state.

  Examples of the warning sound include a warning sound output when the game ball is excessively held (reserved) in the lower dish, a warning sound output when a glass door (not shown) is opened, and the like. .

  A light-emitting member (light-emitting body) that emits light as an effect or decoration is provided inside and around the game area of the gaming machine frame 3. In the example shown in FIG. 1, a light emitting member 9CC is provided at an upper position of the image display device 5, a light emitting member 9CL and a light emitting member 9CR are provided at left and right positions of the image display device 5, and a light emitting member is provided at an upper position of the gaming machine frame 3. 9U, a light emitting member 9SL and a light emitting member 9SR are installed at left and right positions of the gaming machine frame 3. Hereinafter, the light emitting members 9CC, 9CL, 9CR, 9U, 9SL, and 9SR are collectively referred to as a lamp 9 unless otherwise specified. The lamp 9 may be configured by, for example, one or more LEDs, or may be configured by a flash lamp. The light emitting member 9U may be a rotating light (for example, a police lamp) having a rotating part. Further, in addition to the above, for example, various light emitting members may be installed around each structure (for example, the special variable winning ball device 7 or the like) in the game area.

  The above-described image display device 5, speaker 8, lamp 9 and the like are effect devices for effecting effects, but the pachinko gaming machine 1 includes other effect devices such as effect models having a drive unit as effect devices. Is also good.

  In addition, the arrangement position (installation position) of each component is an example, and may be arranged at another position. For example, the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, and the normal symbol display device 20 may be provided on the same side (right side or left side) of the game area. Further, for example, the first hold display 25A, the second hold display 25B, and the general-purpose hold display 25C may be provided on the same side (right side or left side) of the game area.

  Next, the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be schematically described.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1, the ordinary symbol game is started by the ordinary symbol display 20 based on the establishment of the universal symbol start condition after the universal symbol start condition is satisfied. In the ordinary figure game, after starting the variable display of the ordinary symbol (after starting the variation of the ordinary symbol), after a lapse of a predetermined time, which is the variation time of the ordinary symbol, a fixed ordinary symbol that results in the variable display of the ordinary symbol Is stopped (derived display). At this time, if a specific ordinary symbol (a symbol per ordinary symbol) such as a number indicating “7” is stopped and displayed as the fixed ordinary symbol, the variable display result of the ordinary symbol becomes “per ordinary symbol”. On the other hand, if a fixed symbol other than the symbol per symbol, such as a number or symbol other than the numeral indicating “7”, is stopped and displayed as the fixed symbol, the variable display result of the symbol is “Loss”. Become. In response to the result of the variable display of the ordinary symbol being “per-figure”, an enlarged opening control (tilt control) in which the movable wing piece of the electric tulip constituting the ordinary variable winning ball device 6B is at the tilt position is performed. After a lapse of a predetermined time, the normal opening control for returning to the vertical position is performed.

In the pachinko gaming machine 1, based on the first start condition being satisfied after the first start condition is satisfied, a special figure game (first special figure game) by the first special symbol display device 4A is started, and the second special figure game is started. After the start condition is satisfied, the second special condition display device 4B starts the special figure game (second special figure game) based on the establishment of the second start condition. In the special figure game, after the variable display of the special symbol is started (after the fluctuation of the special symbol is started), when the variable display time as the special figure fluctuation time elapses, the variable special display result of the special symbol is obtained. Derivation and display of symbols (special figure display results). At this time, if a specific special symbol (big hit symbol) is stopped and displayed as the fixed special symbol, the result is a "big hit" as a specific display result, and a predetermined special symbol different from the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed as the fixed special symbol. In this case, it will be "losing"
If a predetermined special symbol (small hit symbol) different from the big hit symbol or the losing symbol is stopped and displayed, the small display may be set as the predetermined display result.

  After the variable display result in the special figure game becomes “big hit”, the game is controlled to a big hit game state as a specific game state in which a round (also referred to as “round game”) advantageous to the player is executed a predetermined number of times. After the variable display result in the special figure game becomes “small hit”, the small hit game state is controlled as a special game state different from the big hit game state.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, as an example, a special symbol indicating a number of “3”, “5”, or “7” is a big hit symbol, and a special symbol indicating a symbol of “−” is a lost symbol. In addition, each symbol such as a big hit symbol and a lost symbol in the first special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A is different from each symbol in the second special symbol game by the second special symbol display device 4B. Alternatively, a special symbol common to both special figure games may be a big hit symbol or a lost symbol.

  After the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed as the fixed special symbol in the special figure game and the special display result becomes "big hit", in the big hit game state, the big winning opening door of the special variable winning ball device 7 is set to the predetermined upper limit time. The special winning opening is kept open during a period (e.g., 29 seconds or 0.1 seconds) or a predetermined number (e.g., nine) of winning balls. As a result, a round in which the special variable winning ball device 7 is placed in the first state (open state) which is advantageous for the player is executed.

  The special winning opening door, which has the special winning opening opened during the execution of the round, receives game balls falling on the surface of the game board 2 and then closes the special winning opening to form a special variable winning prize ball device. 7 is changed to a second state (closed state) which is more disadvantageous for the player than the first state, and one round is ended. The round, which is the opening cycle of the special winning opening, can be repeatedly executed until the number of executions reaches a predetermined upper limit number (for example, “15”). Note that, even before the number of round executions reaches the upper limit number, the execution of the round may be terminated when a predetermined condition is satisfied (for example, a game ball does not win the large winning opening). .

  Of the rounds in the jackpot game state, the round in which the upper limit time for setting the special variable prize ball device 7 to the first state (open state) advantageous to the player is a relatively long time (for example, 29 seconds) is normally opened. Also called a round. On the other hand, a round in which the upper limit time for setting the special variable winning ball device 7 to the first state (open state) is a relatively short time (for example, 0.1 second) is also referred to as a short-term open round.

  Of the special symbols indicating the numbers "3", "5", and "7", which are the big hit symbols, the special symbols indicating the numbers "3" and "7" are usually open round big hit symbols, and the symbol "5" The special symbol indicating the number is a short-term open round jackpot symbol. In the big hit game state (normally open big hit state) as a normal open round specific game state controlled after the normal open round big hit symbol is derived as the fixed special symbol in the special figure game, the special winning opening of the special variable winning ball device 7. The door opens the big winning opening in a period until a predetermined upper limit time (for example, 29 seconds) as a first period elapses or a period in which a predetermined number (for example, 9) winning balls are generated. By doing so, a round is executed in which the special variable prize ball device 7 is changed to a first state (open state) advantageous to the player. The normally open big hit state is also referred to as a first specific game state.

  In the big hit game state (short-term open big hit state) as the short-term open round specific game state controlled after the short-term open round big hit symbol is derived as the fixed special symbol in the special figure game, the special variable winning ball device 7 is set in each round. The upper limit time for changing to the first state advantageous to the player (the upper limit of the period during which the special winning opening is opened by the special winning opening door) is shorter than the first period in the normal open big hit state (for example, 0). .1 second). In the short-term open jackpot state, the opening period of the special winning opening may be controlled to be the second period, and other control may be performed in the same manner as in the normal open jackpot state. Alternatively, in the short open jackpot state, the number of rounds executed may be the second round number (for example, “2”) smaller than the first round number (for example, “15”) in the normal open jackpot state.

  In such a short-term open jackpot state, a predetermined number (for example, 15) of payouts (prize balls) are obtained if a game ball wins in the special winning opening. However, the opening period of the special winning opening is the second period (for example, 0.1 second) and is very short. Therefore, the short-term open jackpot state is substantially a jackpot game state in which a payout (prize ball) cannot be obtained. Note that the short-term open jackpot state is also referred to as a second specific game state.

  In addition, the big hit game state as the short-term open round specific game state is not limited to the one in which the open period of the big winning opening is shorter than the big hit game state as the normal open round specific game state. The period (upper limit time) is the same in the short-term open round specific game state and the normal open-round specific game state, while the upper limit number of times (for example, two times) in which the special winning opening is opened in the short-time open round specific game state is set. The number may be smaller than the upper limit number of times (for example, 15 times) in the normal open round specific game state. In other words, the big hit gaming state as the short-term open round specific game state is such that the period during which the gaming ball easily passes (enters) the special winning opening in each round is changed from the first period in the normal open round specific game state. The second period is also short, and the number of rounds executed is at least one of the second round number smaller than the first round number in the normal open round specific gaming state. .

  When the special symbol to be the small hit symbol is derived as the fixed special symbol in the special figure game, the special symbol indicating the number “2” to be the small hit symbol is derived as the fixed special symbol in the special figure game. After that, it may be controlled to the small hitting game state as the special game state. In this case, in the small hitting game state, a variable winning operation for changing the big winning opening to the first state (open state) advantageous to the player in the special variable winning ball device 7 may be performed as in the short-term open big hit state. . That is, in the small hitting game state, for example, the operation of setting the special variable winning ball device 7 to the first state (open state) over the second period may be repeatedly executed.

  In the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R arranged in the display area of the image display device 5, a first special figure game by the first special symbol display device 4A and a second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. In response to the start of any of the special figure games, the variable display of the decorative symbol is started. In the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the variable display state of the decorative symbol is changed to a predetermined reach during a period from the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol to the end of the variable display by the stop display of the fixed decorative symbol. May be in a state.

  The reach state is a decorative symbol that is not yet stopped and displayed when the decorative symbol stopped and displayed in the display area of the image display device 5 forms a part of the big hit combination (also referred to as a “reach variation symbol”). Is a display state in which the fluctuation is continuing, or a display state in which all or a part of the decorative symbols fluctuate synchronously while forming all or a part of the big hit combination.

  Further, in response to the reaching state, the fluctuating speed of the decorative symbol is reduced, or a character image (a performance image imitating a person or the like) different from the decorative symbol is displayed in the display area of the image display device 5. By changing the display mode of the background image, playing back and displaying a moving image different from the decorative symbol, or changing the variation mode of the decorative symbol, a rendering operation different from that before the reach state is executed. May be done. Such an effect operation such as the change of the display mode of the character image or the background image, the reproduction display of the moving image, or the change of the change mode of the decorative pattern is called a reach effect (or a reach effect display). In the reach effect, not only the display operation on the image display device 5 but also the sound output operation by the speaker 8 and the light emission operation (lighting operation, blinking operation, light-off operation) of the lamp 9 and the like are performed before the reach state is reached. An operation mode different from the above operation mode may be included.

  As the effect operation in the reach effect, a plurality of effect patterns (also referred to as “reach patterns”) having different operation modes (reach modes) may be prepared in advance. Then, depending on the effect pattern, the possibility that the jackpot combination or the like is finally stopped and displayed after the reach effect may be varied (also referred to as “big hit expectation” or “big hit reliability”). Thereby, the big hit expectation can be made different depending on which of the plurality of types of reach effects is to be executed, that is, which of the reach effects to appear. As an example, in the present embodiment, the reach mode of the normal reach and the reach mode of the super reach having a higher jackpot expectation than the normal reach are set (prepared) in advance.

  The jackpot expectation degree is, for example, (probability of the effect being executed at the time of a big hit) × (probability of becoming a big hit) / ｛(probability of the effect being executed at the time of a big hit) × (probability of being a big hit) + (big hit) It is calculated by (probability that the effect is executed at times other than time) × (probability of not becoming a big hit)｝ (when the big hit expectation is “1”, the variable display result is always “big hit”).

  In addition, during the variable display of the decorative symbol, as one mode of the variable display effect, a sliding effect or a pseudo continuous effect realized by a variable display operation of the decorative symbol or the like can be executed. In the slide effect, the decorative symbols are changed in all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, and then a plurality of decorative symbol display areas (for example, “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5R, and the like). After the decorative symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed, a predetermined number (for example, “1” or “2”) of decorative symbol display areas (for example, “left” decorative symbol display area) in the temporarily stopped and displayed decorative symbol display area By changing the decorative symbol again and stopping the display in the decorative symbol display area 5R and / or the “right” decorative symbol display area 5R), an effect display for changing the decorative symbol to be stopped and displayed is performed. In this way, in the slide effect, after a plurality of decorative symbols are temporarily stopped and displayed from the start of the variable display of the decorative symbols to the derivation display of the determined decorative symbol as a variable display result, the variable number of decorative symbols is varied. By executing the display again, there are a case where the variable display state of the decorative symbol becomes the reach state and a case where the decorative pattern constituting the non-reach combination is stopped and displayed without being in the reach state.

  In the pseudo continuous production, in response to at least one of the first start condition and the second start condition of the special figure game being established once, the fixed decoration which is a variable display result after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started. By the time the symbols are derived and displayed, the decoration symbols (for example, predetermined pseudo consecutive chances) are temporarily stopped and displayed in all of the decoration symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, and then all the decoration symbols are displayed. In the areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the effect display in which the decorative design is changed again (pseudo-run change) can be performed a predetermined number of times (for example, up to three times). The number of times of the pseudo-run variation is the same as the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R except for the initial variation from the start of the variable display of the decorative symbols to the temporary stop of all the decorative symbols for the first time. Is the number of times that fluctuates again. In the pseudo continuous production, the pseudo continuous change (re-change) is performed once to three times, so that the variable display of the decorative symbol is performed twice as if the first start condition or the second start condition was satisfied once. It can appear as if it started four times in a row.

  The slide effect (similar to the pseudo-sequence effect) is a warning or suggestion to the player that there is a possibility that any of the reach effects or a certain reach effect may be executed, or that the jackpot is highly expected. Is also good. Hereinafter, an effect for notifying or suggesting to the player that any of the reach effects or a certain reach effect is likely to be executed or a high jackpot expectation degree may be collectively referred to as a notice effect. In addition to the slide effect and the pseudo-sequence effect, there may be a preview effect that uses a variable display operation different from the slide effect and the pseudo-sequence effect, such as displaying a background image and displaying a message window. There may be one that uses an effect operation that is different from the variable display effect, such as hold display, sound output, and light emission (lighting, blinking, and turning off).

  Note that the preview effect may be executed (started) before the player can determine (actually confirm) whether or not the content of the advance notice or the suggestion is realized. For example, a notice effect that gives a notice or suggestion to a player that a variable display state of a decorative symbol due to winning of a certain game ball may be a reach state is at least a variable display state of a decorative symbol due to winning of the game ball. It may be executed (started) before the reach state (or non-reach state) is reached. In addition, a notice effect that gives a notice or suggestion to the player that the variable display result due to the winning of a certain game ball is likely to be a "big hit" is at least because the finalized decorative pattern due to the winning of the game ball is stopped and displayed. May be executed (started) before.

  What is necessary is to include what will become a look-ahead notice effect (also called "advance judgment notice effect") in the notice effects. Prior to the start of the variable display that is the target of the advance notice, the look-ahead notice production determines whether or not the variable display results in a "big hit" based on the hold information of the special figure game and the like. (Pre-reading), a preview effect to be executed based on the determination result.

  In the following description, the hold information targeted for the prefetch notice effect is referred to as the target hold information, the first hold display corresponding to the target hold information is referred to as the target first hold display, and the target hold information corresponds to the target hold information. The second hold display to be performed is referred to as a target second hold display, and the variable display corresponding to the target hold information is also referred to as a target variable display. The prefetch notice effect is executed when the game ball corresponding to the target hold information wins the first start winning opening or the second start winning opening, and during the digestion of the target hold information. (When executing during the processing of the target pending information including variable display of the target), when executing during the processing of the pending information preceding the target pending information, and during the processing of the target pending information And during the digestion of the hold information prior to the hold information of the target.

  In the production operation that is a prefetch notice effect by winning a certain game ball, the player, after winning the game ball (after the starting condition is satisfied), determines whether or not the content of the notice notice is realized by the prefetch notice effect. What is necessary is that it is executed (started) before it can be determined. For example, a production operation that is a pre-reading notice effect for notifying (suggesting) a player in advance that there is a possibility of being in a reach state due to a winning of a certain game ball is at least a decoration pattern by the winning of the game ball. It is sufficient that the variable display state is executed (started) before the variable display state becomes the reach state (or the non-reach state). In addition, a production operation that is a pre-reading notice effect for informing (suggesting) a player in advance that a variable display result may be a “big hit” due to a winning of a certain game ball is at least the game ball. What is necessary is just to be performed (started) before the fixed decoration symbol by winning is stopped and displayed.

In the present embodiment, a specific effect is prepared as a prefetch notice effect (preliminary notice effect). The specific effect includes an active display change effect for the active display and a hold display change effect for the hold display.
The active display change effect is an effect that is executed when the display mode of the active display is changed to one of a plurality of types of display modes. Specifically, the active display change effect is an effect of changing the display mode of the active display to a display mode having a high degree of expectation that is controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player, and displaying the active display.
The active display change effect includes a first effect in which the notification effect is executed and a second effect in which the information effect is not executed. The notification effect is an effect that notifies the player that the display mode of the active display changes, in other words, that the active display change effect is executed.

More specifically, as a prefetch notice effect (preliminary notice effect), it is expected that the display mode of the active display in the active display area is controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game state, a reach state, etc.) that is advantageous to the player. An active display change effect for changing the display mode to a display mode having a higher degree is provided. In the active display change effect, an effect effect is performed on the active display of the target, and the display mode of the active display of the target is displayed in a display mode having a high degree of expectation that is controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to the player ( A plurality of types of action effects such as an effect of changing the display mode of the active display to a display mode having a high degree of expectation are prepared.
In addition, the display mode of the active display of the target in the active display area is not changed from the default display mode or the display mode at the time of addition (the display mode of the active display is not displayed in the display mode with high expectation). An action effect may be prepared.
Note that only the active display change effect may be executed as the specific effect without executing the hold display change effect.

The hold display change effect is an effect executed when the display mode of the hold display is changed to any one of a plurality of types of display modes. Specifically, the hold display change effect is an effect in which the display mode of the hold display is changed to a display mode having a high degree of expectation that is controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player and displayed.
The hold change effect includes a first hold display change effect for the first hold display and a second hold display change effect for the second hold display.

  More specifically, the display mode of the first hold display in the first start winning storage display area 5HL as a prefetch notice effect (advance judgment notice effect) is changed to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game state, a reach state) advantageous to the player. , Etc.), a first hold display change effect for changing the display mode to a display mode having a high degree of expectation is displayed. In the first hold display change effect, an effect effect is performed on the first hold display of the target, and the degree of expectation that the display mode of the first hold display of the target is controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player is high. A plurality of types of action effects such as an effect of displaying in a display mode (changing the display mode of the first hold display to a display mode with a high degree of expectation) are prepared.

The display mode of the first hold display of the target in the first start winning storage display area 5HL is not changed from the default display mode or the display mode at the time of addition (the display mode of the first hold display is displayed in a display mode with a high degree of expectation). No) An action effect such as a first hold display change gaseous effect may be prepared.
It should be noted that only the hold display change effect may be executed as the specific effect without executing the active display change effect, or only the second hold display change effect may be executed as the specific effect without executing the first hold change effect. May be executed.

  In addition, as a look-ahead notice effect (advance judgment notice effect), the display form of the second hold display in the second start winning storage display area 5HR is changed to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game state, a reach state, etc.) advantageous to the player. A second hold display change effect is provided in which the display is changed to a display mode having a high degree of expectation to be controlled and displayed. In the second hold display change effect, an effect effect is executed on the second hold display of the target, and the degree of expectation that the display mode of the second hold display of the target is controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to the player is high. A plurality of types of action effects such as an effect of displaying in a display mode (changing the display mode of the second hold display to a display mode having a high degree of expectation) are prepared.

The display mode of the second hold display of the target in the second start winning storage display area 5HR is not changed from the default display mode or the display mode at the time of addition (the display mode of the second hold display is displayed in a display mode with a high degree of expectation). No) An action effect such as a second hold display change gaseous effect may be prepared.
The active display change effect may not be executed, and only the hold display change effect may be executed as the specific effect, or the first hold display change effect may be executed as the specific effect without executing the second hold display change effect. Only the execution may be performed.

  When a special symbol to be a lost symbol is stopped and displayed (derived) as a fixed special symbol in the special symbol game, the variable display state of the decorative symbol does not become the reach state after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started. In some cases, a fixed decorative symbol that is a predetermined non-reach combination may be stopped and displayed. Such a variable display mode of the decorative pattern is referred to as a “non-reach” (also referred to as “normal loss”) variable display mode when the variable display result is “losing”.

  When a special symbol to be a lost symbol is stopped and displayed (derived) as a fixed special symbol in the special symbol game, the variable display state of the decorative symbol is changed to the reach state after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started. Correspondingly, a fixed decorative symbol that is a predetermined reach-loss combination may be stopped and displayed after a reach effect is executed. Such a variable display result of the decorative pattern is referred to as a variable display mode of “reach” (also referred to as “reach loss”) when the variable display result is “loss”.

  When a normal big hit symbol such as a special symbol showing a number of “3” is stopped and displayed as a special symbol that is a normal open round big hit symbol as a fixed special symbol in the special figure game, the variable display state of the decorative symbol is displayed. After a predetermined reach effect is executed in response to the reaching state, a fixed decoration that becomes a predetermined normal big hit combination (also referred to as a “non-probable variable big hit combination”) among a plurality of types of big hit combinations. The symbol is stopped and displayed. The predetermined normal big hit combination is, for example, the same type of normal symbol (also referred to as “non-probable variable symbol”) on a predetermined effective line (for example, a horizontal line) formed by the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. Are the final stop display combinations. An example of a normal symbol is four types of decorative symbols whose symbol numbers are even numbers “2”, “4”, “6”, and “8” among eight types of decorative symbols whose symbol numbers are “1” to “8”. It is.

  The variable display mode of the decorative symbol in which the fixed decorative symbol of the normal big hit combination is stopped and displayed, for example, after a predetermined reach effect is executed, corresponding to the fixed special symbol in the special figure game becoming the normal big hit symbol, In the case where the variable display result is "big hit", it is referred to as a "non-probable change" (also called "normal big hit") variable display mode (also called "big hit type"). Based on the fact that the variable display result is "big hit" in the "non-probable change" big hit type, the state is controlled to the normally open big hit state, and after that, the time reduction control (time saving control) is performed.

  By performing the time saving control, the variable display time of the special symbol (the special figure variation time) in the special figure game is shortened as compared with the normal state. The normal state is a normal game state different from a specific game state such as a jackpot game state, and is an initial setting state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, an initialization process after power-on, such as when a system reset is performed). The same control is performed as in the state in which is executed. In the time-saving control, a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) of the special figure game is executed after the end of the big hit game state, and one of the conditions that the variable display result is “big hit” is satisfied first. Sometimes, it may be ended.

  As a fixed special symbol in the special figure game, when a specially variable big hit symbol such as a special symbol indicating the number of “7” is stopped and displayed among special symbols that are normally open round big hit symbols, the decorative symbol variable display state is displayed. In response to the reaching state, after a reach effect similar to the case where the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is “normal” is performed, a predetermined probability changing big hit combination of a plurality of types of big hit combinations is performed. May be stopped and displayed. In other words, in the special figure game, when the probability variable big hit symbol is finally stopped and displayed, the decorative symbol which becomes the predetermined probability variable big hit combination is finally stopped, and the decorative symbol which becomes the predetermined normal big hit combination is stopped and displayed. May be done. The predetermined probability change big hit combination is, for example, a combination in which the same type of probability change symbols are aligned on the above-mentioned activated line and finally stopped and displayed. An example of the probable design is four kinds of decorative patterns having odd numbers "1", "3", "5", and "7" among eight kinds of decorative patterns having design numbers "1" to "8". It is.

Regardless of whether the confirmed decorative symbol is a normal jackpot combination or a probable jackpot combination, in the variable display mode in which the probable variable jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as the confirmed special symbol in the special figure game, the variable display result is "big hit". In this case, it is referred to as a variable display mode of “probable change” (also referred to as “big hit type”). Based on the fact that the variable display result is "big hit" for the big hit type of "probable change", the state is controlled to the normally open big hit state, and after that, the probability variation control (probable change control) is performed together with the time saving control. By performing the probable change control, the probability that the variable display result (special figure display result) becomes “big hit” in each special figure game is improved so as to be higher than that in the normal state. The probable change control may be ended when the condition that the variable display result becomes "big hit" and the state is controlled again to the big hit game state after the big hit game state ends.
Note that, similarly to the time saving control, when the special figure game is executed a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) after the big hit game state is ended, the certainty change control may be ended. In addition, even if the probable change control is ended when the “probable change fall” is determined to end the probable change control in the probable change drop lottery executed each time the special figure game is started after the end of the big hit game state. Good.

  When the time reduction control is performed, the control is performed such that the normal symbol display device 20 shortens the fluctuation time (normal fluctuation time) of the normal symbol in the normal symbol game than in the normal state, or the variable of the normal symbol in each ordinary symbol game. Control to increase the probability that the display result is "per-figure" as compared with the normal state, and tilt control of the movable wing piece in the normal variable winning prize ball device 6B based on the fact that the variable display result is "per-figure". The game ball can easily pass (enter) the second starting winning opening, for example, by making the tilt control time for performing the control longer than in the normal state, or by increasing the number of tilts than in the normal state. Control that is advantageous to the player by increasing the possibility that the start condition is satisfied is performed. As described above, the control that is advantageous to the player by making it easy for the game ball to enter the second start winning opening with the time saving control is also referred to as high opening control. As the high opening control, any one of these controls may be performed, or a plurality of controls may be performed in combination.

  By performing the high opening control, the frequency of the second start winning opening being in the enlarged opening state is increased as compared to when the high opening control is not performed. Therefore, the second starting condition for executing the second special figure game by the second special symbol display device 4B is easily satisfied, and the second special figure game can be frequently executed. Is reduced to a "big hit". The period during which the high opening control can be executed is also referred to as a high opening control period, and this period may be the same as the period during which the time reduction control is performed.

  A game state in which both the time saving control and the high opening control are performed is also referred to as a time saving state or a high base state. The game state in which the probability change control is performed is also referred to as a probability change state or a highly accurate state. The game state in which the time saving control and the high opening control are performed together with the certainty change control is also referred to as a high certainty high base state. A probable change state in which only the probable change control is performed and the time saving control and the high opening control are not performed is also referred to as a highly accurate low base state. In addition, only the game state in which the time-saving control and the high opening control are performed together with the probable change control may be particularly referred to as a “probable change state”, and may be referred to as a time-saving with probable change state to be distinguished from the high-probability low-base state. On the other hand, a probable change state in which only the probable change control is performed and the time saving control or the high opening control is not performed (a high probable low base state) may be referred to as a no time saving probable change state in order to be distinguished from the highly accurate high base state. A time-saving state in which the time-saving control or the high-opening control is performed without performing the probable change control is also referred to as a low-probability and high-base state. The normal state in which none of the probable change control, the time saving control, and the high release control are performed is also referred to as a low-probability low-base state. When at least one of the time saving control and the probable change control is performed in a game state other than the normal state, the special figure game (second special figure game) can be frequently executed, and each special figure game (first special figure game) can be executed. (Graphic game, second special figure game), the probability that the variable display result is a "big hit" is increased, so that the player is in an advantageous state. A game state advantageous to a player different from the jackpot game state is also referred to as a special game state.

  As a fixed special symbol in the special figure game, a short-hit opening round big hit symbol such as a special symbol indicating the number "5" is stopped and displayed, or a small hit symbol such as a special symbol indicating the number "2" is stopped and displayed. In this case, any of a combination of a plurality of types of fixed decorative symbols predetermined as an opening chance may be stopped and displayed without the variable display state of the decorative symbol becoming the reach state. In addition, when the short open round big hit symbol is stopped and displayed as the fixed special symbol in the special figure game, a predetermined reach effect is executed in response to the variable display state of the decorative symbol being in the reach state. After, for example, the fixed decorative symbol which becomes a predetermined reach combination may be stopped and displayed.

  In response to the fixed special symbol in the special figure game being a short-term open round big hit symbol, the variable display mode of the decorative symbol in which various fixed decorative symbols are stopped and displayed is the case where the variable display result is "big hit". This is referred to as a variable display mode (also referred to as a "big hit type") of "striking" (also referred to as "striking big hit" or "suddenly changing big hit"). Based on the fact that the variable display result is "big hit" in the "big hit" big hit type, the state is controlled to the short-term open big hit state, and after that, the time-varying control and the positive change control may be performed.

  In addition, as the fixed special symbol in the special figure game, a small hit symbol such as a special symbol indicating the number of “2” is stopped and displayed, and based on the variable display result being “small hit”, the small hit game state is set. The game state may be controlled, and after that, the game state may not be changed, and the game state may be continuously controlled to the game state before the variable display result becomes “small hit”. However, in this case, when the special figure game in which the variable display result is “small hit” is executed and the number of executions of the special figure game in the special game state has reached a predetermined number, the small hit game state ends. Later, the special game state may end and return to the normal state.

  During the variable display of the decorative symbol in which the confirmed decorative symbol is a non-probable variable jackpot combination or a probable variable jackpot combination, a re-lottery effect may be executed. For example, as a re-lottery effect, in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, after temporarily displaying a decorative symbol that is a normal jackpot combination, the decorative symbol is changed again in a state where the same decorative symbol is aligned, and the probability variable jackpot combination is changed. One of the decorative symbol (probably variable symbol) and the decorative symbol (normal symbol) which is a normal jackpot combination may be finally stopped and displayed as a fixed decorative symbol.

  After the finalized decorative symbol, which is a normal jackpot combination, is derived and displayed, at the start of the jackpot game state or during the execution of the round in the jackpot game state, the next round starts after any round ends in the jackpot game state During the period from the end of the last round in the big hit gaming state until the next variable display game is started, etc. A promotion effect may be performed. Note that the notification effect similar to the big hit medium promotion effect may be executed during the first variable display game after the big hit game state ends. In the big hit game state, the medium-sized jackpot promotion effect that is executed after the last round is completed may be particularly referred to as an “ending promotion effect”.

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 has mounted thereon various control boards such as a main board 11, an effect control board 12, a sound control board 13, and a lamp control board 14 as shown in FIG. The pachinko gaming machine 1 is also provided with a relay board 15 for relaying various control signals transmitted between the main board 11 and the effect control board 12. In addition, various boards such as a payout control board, an information terminal board, a launch control board, and an interface board are arranged on a back surface of the gaming board 2 and the like in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  The main board 11 is a control board on the main side, on which various circuits for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are mounted. The main board 11 is mainly directed to a sub-side control board including a function of setting a random number used in the special figure game, a function of inputting a signal from a switch or the like disposed at a predetermined position, and an effect control board 12. And a function of outputting and transmitting a control command as an example of command information as a control signal, and a function of outputting various information to a hall management computer. In addition, the main board 11 performs lighting / extinguishing control of each LED (for example, a segment LED) constituting the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B to perform the first special symbol or the second special symbol. Variable display of predetermined identification information, such as controlling the variable display of the normal symbol display, and controlling the variable display of the normal symbol by the ordinary symbol display 20 by controlling the lighting / extinguishing / coloring of the ordinary symbol display 20. It also has a control function.

  The main board 11 includes, for example, a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 110 which takes in detection signals from various switches for detecting game balls and transmits the signals to the game control microcomputer 100, and a signal from the game control microcomputer 100. A solenoid circuit 111 for transmitting a solenoid drive signal to the solenoids 81 and 82 is mounted.

  The effect control board 12 is a sub-side control board independent of the main board 11, receives a control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15, and displays the image display device 5, the speaker 8, and the lamp. Various circuits for controlling a staging operation by staging electric components such as 9 are mounted. In other words, the production control board 12 is a production electrical component such as a display operation in the image display device 5, all or a part of a sound output operation from the speaker 8, or a whole or a part of a lighting / extinguishing operation of the lamp 9 or the like. Is provided with a function of determining control contents for causing the CPU to execute a predetermined effect operation.

  The sound control board 13 is a control board for sound output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and for outputting a sound from the speaker 8 based on a command or control data from the effect control board 12. A processing circuit for performing audio signal processing is mounted. The lamp control board 14 is a control board for controlling the lamp output, which is provided separately from the effect control board 12. The lamp control board 14 controls the turning on / off of the lamp 9 and the like based on commands and control data from the effect control board 12. A lamp driver circuit and the like are installed.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the main board 11 is connected to wiring for transmitting detection signals from the gate switch 21, the first starting port switch 22A, the second starting port switch 22B, and the count switch 23. The gate switch 21, the first starting port switch 22A, the second starting port switch 22B, and the count switch 23 have an arbitrary configuration capable of detecting a game ball as a game medium, such as a sensor called a sensor. Should be fine. The pachinko gaming machine 1 has a gate switch 21, a first starting port switch 22A, a second starting port switch 22B, a count switch 23, and other switches (for example, a glass door (non- (Shown), a switch for detecting the open / closed state of the game board 2, a switch for detecting the open / closed state of the game board 2 itself, a switch for detecting an illegal vibration, and a switch for detecting an illegal electromagnetic wave. In addition, the main board 11 has a first special symbol display device 4A, a second special symbol display device 4B, a normal symbol display device 20, a first reservation display device 25A, a second reservation display device 25B, and a general drawing reservation display device 25C. For example, a wiring for transmitting a command signal for performing display control such as display control is connected.

  The control signal transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is relayed by the relay board 15. The control command transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 via the relay board 15 is, for example, an effect control command transmitted and received as an electric signal.

  FIG. 3A is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of the content of the effect control command used in the present embodiment. The effect control command has, for example, a 2-byte configuration. The first byte indicates MODE (classification of command), and the second byte indicates EXT (type of command). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always "1", and the first bit of the EXT data is "0". The command form shown in FIG. 3A is an example, and another command form may be used. In this example, the control command is composed of two control signals. However, the number of control signals constituting the control command may be one, or may be three or more.

  In the example shown in FIG. 3A, the command 8001H is a first change start command designating the start of change in the first special figure game by the first special symbol display device 4A. The command 8002H is a second change start command designating the start of change in the second special figure game by the second special symbol display device 4B. The command 81XXH is a variation pattern designation command for designating a variation pattern such as a decoration symbol variably displayed in each of the decoration symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in correspondence with the variable display of the special symbol in the special symbol game. Here, XXH indicates an unspecified hexadecimal number, and may be any value that is arbitrarily set according to the instruction content of the effect control command. In the variation pattern designation command, different EXT data is set according to the variation pattern to be designated.

  The command 8CXXH is a variable display result notification command for specifying a variable display result such as a special symbol or a decorative symbol. In the variable display result notification command, for example, as shown in FIG. 3 (B), different EXT data differs depending on the result of determining whether the variable display result is "losing" or "big hit" or the result of determining the type of big hit. Is set.

  The command 8F00H is a symbol confirmation command for designating a final stop symbol in each of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. The command 95XXH is a game state designation command for designating the current game state in the pachinko gaming machine 1. In the gaming state designation command, different EXT data is set according to the current gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example.

  The command A0XXH is a hit start designation command (also referred to as a “fanfare command”) for designating the display of an effect image indicating the start of the big hit game state. The command A1XXH is a special winning opening opening notification command for notifying that the special winning opening is in the open state in the big hit gaming state. The command A2XXH is a notification command after the opening of the special winning opening that notifies that the special winning opening has changed from the open state to the closed state in the big hit gaming state. The command A3XXH is a hit end designation command for designating the display of the effect image at the end of the big hit game state.

  In the hit start designation command and the hit end designation command, for example, the same EXT data as the variable display result notification command is set, so that different EXT data may be set according to the pre-determined result or the big hit type decision result. . Alternatively, in the hit start designation command and the hit end designation command, the correspondence between the pre-determined result and the big hit type decision result and the set EXT data may be different from the correspondence in the variable display result notification command. . The notification command during opening of the special winning opening or the notification command after opening of the special winning opening differs in EXT data corresponding to the number of times the round is executed (for example, “1” to “15”) in the normal opening big hit state or the short opening big hit state. Is set.

  The command B100H is based on the fact that a game ball that has passed (entered) the first starting winning opening formed by the ordinary winning ball device 6A is detected by the first starting opening switch 22A, and a first starting winning has been generated. This is a first starting port winning designation command for notifying that the first starting condition for executing the first special figure game by the symbol display device 4A has been satisfied.

  The command B200H is based on the fact that a game ball that has passed (entered) the second starting winning opening formed by the normally variable winning prize ball device 6B is detected by the second starting opening switch 22B, and a second starting winning is generated. This is a second starting opening winning designation command for notifying that the second starting condition for executing the second special figure game by the special symbol display device 4B has been satisfied.

  The command C1XXH is a first reserved storage number notification command for notifying the first special figure reserved storage number so that the first special figure reserved storage number can be specified in the first start winning storage storage display area 5HL or the like. . The command C2XXH is a second reserved figure storage number notifying command for notifying the second special figure reserved storage number so that the special figure reserved storage number can be specified in the second start winning storage storage display area 5HR or the like.

  In the present embodiment, as the hold storage information, a first start opening winning designation command or a second start opening winning designation command for designating whether the first start winning opening has been started or the second started winning opening has been started. At the same time, a first reserved storage number notification command and a second reserved storage number notification command for designating the first special figure reserved storage number and the second special figure reserved storage number are transmitted. Note that, when the number of reserved storages increases, a reserved storage number addition designation command (a first reserved storage number addition designation command or a second reserved storage number addition designation command) indicating that the first special figure reserved storage number or the second special figure reserved storage number has increased. While the number of reserved storages is transmitted, while the number of reserved storages decreases, the number of reserved storages subtraction designation command (the number of reserved storages indicating that the number of first special figure reserved storages or the number of second special figure reserved storages has decreased) A command for specifying the number of 1-reserved storage number subtraction or the command for specifying a second reserved-storage number subtraction) may be transmitted.

  Instead of the first reserved storage number notification command and the second reserved storage number notification command, a total reserved storage number notification command for reporting the total reserved storage number may be transmitted. Further, a total reserved storage number addition designation command (total reserved storage number subtraction designation command) for notifying an increase (or decrease) of the total reserved storage number may be transmitted.

  The command C4XXH and the command C6XXH are effect control commands (winning-time determination result designation commands) indicating the content of the winning-time determination result. Among them, the command C4XXH is a symbol designating command showing the result of determining whether or not the variable display result is “big hit” or “small hit”, and the result of determining the type of big hit as the winning determination result. is there. The command C6XXH is a fluctuation category command indicating a determination result of a fluctuation category (also referred to as “variation pattern type”) as a prize-winning determination result. The fluctuation category is a name when the fluctuation patterns of the decorative symbols are classified (aggregated) by type. In other words, the fluctuation category is a group name of each group including a fluctuation pattern of one or more decorative symbols categorized into a common group.

  In the present embodiment, whether or not the variable display result is determined to be "big hit" based on the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result at the time of the start winning in the winning random number determination process (see FIG. 15). Or if it is determined to be "small hit", and if it is determined to be "big hit", the type of the big hit is determined based on the random number value MR2 for determining the big hit type. The variation category (variation pattern type) is determined based on the random number value MR3 of. Then, a value corresponding to the determination result is set in the EXT data of the symbol designation command or the variation category command, and control for transmitting to the effect control board 12 is performed. The effect control CPU 120 mounted on the effect control board 12 can recognize whether or not the variable display result is determined to be "big hit" based on a value set in the symbol designating command, and can recognize a big hit type. The change category can be recognized based on the value set in the change category command.

  The effect control commands such as the fluctuation pattern designation command and the variable display result notification command are used when the effect control CPU 120 controls one or more effect devices (image display device 5, speaker 8, lamp 9, etc.). . Hereinafter, an effect control command used to control an image display operation in the image display device 5 is a display control command, an effect control command used to control audio output from the speaker 8 is an audio control command, and a light emission operation of the lamp 9 ( The effect control command used to control the lighting operation, the blinking operation, and the light-off operation) is also referred to as a lamp control command. Note that among the effect control commands, there may be a display control command, a voice control command, and a lamp control command.

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

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

  FIG. 4 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a random number value counted on the main board 11 side. As shown in FIG. 4, in the present embodiment, on the side of the main substrate 11, a random number MR1 for determining a special figure display result, a random number MR2 for determining a jackpot type, a random number MR3 for determining a fluctuation category, Numerical data indicating each of the random number value MR4 for determining the display result and the random number value MR5 for determining the variation pattern is controlled to be countable. Note that other random numbers may be used to enhance the gaming effect. Such random numbers used to control the progress of the game are also called game random numbers.

  The random number circuit 104 only needs to count numerical data indicating a part or all of the random numbers MR1 to MR5. The CPU 103 updates various numerical data by software using a random counter different from the random number circuit 104 such as a random counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154 shown in FIG. Numerical data indicating a part of MR5 may be counted.

  Next, a variation pattern of the decorative symbol will be described. Hereinafter, a variation pattern corresponding to a case where the variable display result is “losing” is referred to as a “losing variation pattern”. The loss variation pattern includes a “non-reach variation pattern (“ non-reach loss variation pattern ”,“ non-reach ”) corresponding to the case where the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is“ non-reach ”among the variable display results of“ loss ”. (Also referred to as “losing” variation pattern) ”or“ reach variation pattern (“reach loss variation pattern”) corresponding to the case where the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is “reach” when the variable display result is “losing”. ) Is included.

  A variation pattern corresponding to a case where the variable display result is “big hit” is referred to as “hit variation pattern”. The hit variation pattern includes a “big hit variation pattern” corresponding to a case where the variable display result is “big hit”. The hit pattern includes a “big hit variation pattern” corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “big hit”, and a “small hit variation pattern” corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “small hit”. A plurality of fluctuation patterns corresponding to each of the jackpot types may be prepared as patterns.

  In the non-reach variation pattern, a plurality of variation patterns having different variation times are prepared in correspondence with the time saving control executed when the total number of stored reservations is large or when the gaming state is the probable variation state or the time saving state. Good. Thus, by selecting one of the variation patterns according to the total number of held storages and the game state, it becomes possible to perform control to reduce the variation time according to the total number of held storages and the game state.

  As a variation pattern including a reach effect such as a big hit variation pattern or a reach variation pattern, a variation pattern according to a reach mode of each reach effect is prepared. The fluctuation pattern in which the normal reach reach effect is executed is referred to as a “normal reach fluctuation pattern”, and the change pattern in which the super reach reach effect is executed is referred to as a “super reach fluctuation pattern”.

  FIG. 5 shows a specific example of a variation category and a variation pattern in the present embodiment. In FIG. 5, the fluctuation category “PA1” is a shortened / non-reach (loss) fluctuation category. The variation pattern “PA1-1” belongs to the variation category “PA1”. The fluctuation category “PA2” is a non-reach (loss) fluctuation category. The variation patterns “PA2-1” to “PA2-3” belong to the variation category “PA2”. The fluctuation category “PA3” is a normal reach (loss) fluctuation category. The fluctuation pattern “PA3-1” and “PA3-2” belong to the fluctuation category “PA3”. The fluctuation category “PA4” is a super reach α (loss) fluctuation category. The fluctuation categories “PA4-1” to “PA4-4” belong to the fluctuation category “PA4”. The fluctuation category “PA5” is a super reach β (loss) fluctuation category. The fluctuation categories “PA5-1” to “PA5-4” belong to the fluctuation category “PA5”.

  The fluctuation category “PB3” is a normal reach (big hit) fluctuation category. The variation pattern “PB3-1” and “PB3-2” belong to the variation category “PB3”. The fluctuation category “PB4” is a super reach α (big hit) fluctuation category. The variation categories “PB4” to “PB4-4” belong to the variation category “PB4”. The fluctuation category “PB5” is a super reach β (big hit) fluctuation category. The fluctuation patterns “PB5-1” to “PB5-4” belong to the fluctuation category “PB5”.

  The fluctuation pattern “PA2-1” belonging to the fluctuation category “PA2” is a non-reach (loss) fluctuation pattern in which the special figure fluctuation time is a normal length as a non-reach (loss). The fluctuation pattern “PA2-2” is a non-reach (loss) fluctuation pattern in which a sliding effect is performed. Note that the special figure fluctuation time of the fluctuation pattern “PA2-2” is longer than the special figure fluctuation time of the fluctuation pattern “PA2-1” because the sliding effect is executed. The same applies to other fluctuation patterns in which a sliding effect is performed. Further, the fluctuation pattern “PA2-3” is a non-reach (loss) fluctuation pattern in which the pseudo continuous fluctuation (effect) is executed once. Note that the special figure fluctuation time of the fluctuation pattern “PA2-3” is longer than the special figure fluctuation time of the fluctuation pattern “PA2-1” because the pseudo continuous fluctuation (effect) is executed. The same applies to other variation patterns in which the pseudo continuous variation (effect) is executed. The fluctuation pattern “PA1-1” belonging to the fluctuation category “PA1” is a non-reach (loss) fluctuation pattern in which the special figure fluctuation time is shorter than the fluctuation pattern “PA2-1”.

  The variation pattern “PA3-1” belonging to the variation category “PA3” is a normal reach (losing) variation pattern in which the special figure variation time is a normal length as a normal reach (losing). The fluctuation pattern “PA3-2” is a normal reach (loss) fluctuation pattern in which the pseudo continuous fluctuation (effect) is executed once.

The variation pattern “PA4-1” belonging to the variation category “PA4” is a super reach α (loss) variation pattern in which the special figure variation time is a normal length as the super reach α (loss). The fluctuation pattern “PA4-2” is a super-reach α (loss) fluctuation pattern in which a pseudo-run fluctuation (effect) is executed as a gasp. Note that the special figure fluctuation time of the fluctuation pattern “PA4-2” is longer than the special figure fluctuation time of the fluctuation pattern “PA4-1” because the pseudo continuous fluctuation (effect) is executed as a gas. The same applies to other variation patterns in which pseudo continuous variation (effect) is executed as a gaseous stroke.
The fluctuation pattern “PA4-3” is a super-reach α (loss) fluctuation pattern in which the pseudo continuous fluctuation (effect) is executed once. Further, the fluctuation pattern “PA4-4” is a super reach α (loss) fluctuation pattern in which the pseudo continuous fluctuation (production) is executed twice.

  The variation pattern “PA5-1” belonging to the variation category “PA5” is a super reach β (losing) variation pattern in which the special figure variation time is a normal length as the super reach β (losing). The variation pattern “PA5-2” is a super-reach β (loss) variation pattern in which a pseudo-run variation (effect) is executed as a gasp. The fluctuation pattern “PA5-3” is a super-reach β (loss) fluctuation pattern in which the pseudo continuous fluctuation (effect) is executed once. The fluctuation pattern “PA5-4” is a super-reach β (loss) fluctuation pattern in which the pseudo-run fluctuation (effect) is executed twice.

  The fluctuation pattern “PB3-1” belonging to the fluctuation category “PB3” is a normal reach (big hit) fluctuation pattern in which the special figure fluctuation time is a normal length as a normal reach (big hit). Further, the fluctuation pattern “PB3-2” is a normal reach (big hit) fluctuation pattern in which the pseudo continuous fluctuation (production) is executed once.

  The fluctuation pattern “PB4-1” belonging to the fluctuation category “PB4” is a super reach α (big hit) fluctuation pattern in which the special figure fluctuation time is a normal length as the super reach α (big hit). The fluctuation pattern “PB4-2” is a super-reach α (big hit) fluctuation pattern in which pseudo-running fluctuation (effect) is executed as a gasp. The fluctuation pattern “PB4-3” is a super reach α (big hit) fluctuation pattern in which the pseudo continuous fluctuation (effect) is executed once. Further, the fluctuation pattern “PB4-4” is a super reach α (big hit) fluctuation pattern in which the pseudo continuous fluctuation (production) is executed twice.

  The fluctuation pattern “PB5-1” belonging to the fluctuation category “PB5” is a super reach β (big hit) fluctuation pattern in which the special figure fluctuation time is a normal length as the super reach β (big hit). The fluctuation pattern “PB5-2” is a super-reach β (big hit) fluctuation pattern in which a pseudo-run fluctuation (effect) is executed as a gasp. The fluctuation pattern “PB5-3” is a super reach β (big hit) fluctuation pattern in which the pseudo-run fluctuation (effect) is executed once. The fluctuation pattern “PB5-4” is a super-reach β (big hit) fluctuation pattern in which the pseudo-run fluctuation (effect) is executed twice.

  Note that, in FIG. 5, the description of the variation pattern when the jackpot type in the jackpot variation pattern is abrupt is omitted, but the loss variation pattern (non-reach variation pattern, reach loss variation pattern) described in FIG. And the big hit variation pattern (except when the big hit type is abrupt). Further, a small hit variation pattern may be prepared. In this case, it is the same as the loss variation pattern (non-reach variation pattern, reach loss variation pattern) and the big hit variation pattern (except when the big hit type is abrupt) described in FIG.

  The ROM 101 included in the game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 2 stores various data used for controlling the progress of the game, in addition to the game control program. For example, the ROM 101 stores data constituting a plurality of determination tables, determination tables, setting tables, and the like prepared for the CPU 103 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings. In the ROM 101, data (for example, information for specifying the content of the control command) constituting a plurality of command tables used for the CPU 103 to transmit control signals serving as various control commands from the main board 11, Data and the like constituting a table as shown in FIG. 5 are stored.

  FIG. 6 shows a configuration example of the special figure display result determination table stored in the ROM 101. In the present embodiment, as the special figure display result determination table, a first special figure display result determination table 130A shown in FIG. 6A and a second special figure display result determination table 130B shown in FIG. It is prepared in advance. The first special figure display result determination table 130A derives and displays a fixed special symbol that is a variable display result in a first special figure game (a special figure game using the first special figure) by the first special symbol display device 4A. This is a table referred to in order to previously determine whether or not to control the variable display result as a "big hit" in the big hit game state based on the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result. The second special figure display result determination table 130B derives and displays a fixed special symbol that is a variable display result in a second special figure game (a special figure game using the second special figure) by the second special symbol display device 4B. This is a table referred to in order to previously determine whether or not to control the variable display result as a "big hit" in the big hit game state based on the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result.

  In the first special figure display result determination table 130A, special figure display is performed according to whether the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a time saving state (low accuracy state), or a probable change state (high accuracy state). A numerical value (determined value) to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the result is assigned to the special map display result of “big hit” and “losing”. In the second special figure display result determination table 130B, depending on whether the game state is the normal state, the time saving state (low-probability state), or the probable change state (high-precision state), a disturbance for determining the special figure display result is made. A numerical value (determined value) to be compared with the numerical value MR1 is assigned to the special map display result of “big hit” or “losing”.

  In each of the first special figure display result determination table 130A and the second special figure display result determination table 130B, when the gaming state is the probable change state (high accuracy state), it is in the normal state or the time saving state (low accuracy state). More determined values are assigned to the special map display result of “big hit” than before. As a result, in the probable change state (high-precision state) in which the probable change control is performed in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the special map display result is set to "big hit" as compared with the normal state or the time saving state (low-precision state). When the state is controlled, the probability of being determined increases.

  In the setting example of the first special figure display result determination table 130A, a determined value in a predetermined range (for example, a value in a range of “30000” to “30350”) is assigned to the special figure display result of “small hit”. You may. In this case, in the setting example of the second special figure display result determination table 130B, the determined value may not be assigned to the special figure display result of “small hit”. With such a setting, in the second special figure game, "small hit" does not occur, so that the normally variable winning prize ball device 6B such as a time saving state (low-probability high base state) or a probable change state (high-precision high base state) is formed. In a game state in which game balls easily enter the second starting winning opening, it is possible to avoid occurrence of a "small hit" in which it is difficult to obtain a prize ball, and to prevent a decrease in gaming interest due to an extension of the game. .

  In the setting example of the first special figure display result determination table 130A, when a predetermined range of determined values is assigned to the special figure display result of “small hit”, the second special figure display result determination table 130B and the second special figure display result determination table 130B In the one special figure display result determination table 130A, determined values in different predetermined ranges may be assigned to the special figure display result of “small hit”. For example, in the second special figure display result determination table 130B, a smaller determined value than in the first special figure display result determination table 130A may be assigned to the special figure display result of “small hit”. As a result, it is possible to avoid frequent occurrence of “small hits” in a game state in which the game ball easily enters the second start winning port formed by the normally variable winning ball device 6B. Alternatively, the first special figure game and the second special figure game may determine the special figure display result with reference to a common special figure display result determination table.

  FIG. 7 shows a configuration example of the jackpot type determination table 131 stored in the ROM 101. The jackpot type determination table 131 determines the jackpot type to be one of a plurality of types based on the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type when it is determined that the special map display result is to be set to "big hit" and the jackpot game state is to be controlled. Is a table that is referred to. In the jackpot type determination table 131, the first special figure display device 4A executes the first special figure game (the special figure game using the first special figure) or the second special figure display apparatus 4B executes the second special figure game. Depending on whether or not to execute (the special figure game using the second special figure), the numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type is “non-probable”, “probable”, “probable”. Are assigned to a plurality of types of jackpots.

  In the setting example of the jackpot type determination table 131, when the first special figure game is executed, that is, when the special figure to be fluctuated (also referred to as a fluctuating special figure) is the first special figure, the predetermined range determination value ( (Values in the range of “82” to “99”) are assigned to the “big hit” jackpot type, and when the second special figure game is executed, when the fluctuation special figure is the second special figure, No determined value has been assigned to the jackpot type of "Journal". With such a setting, the second special map game does not have a “surprise”, so that a prize ball can be obtained in a game state in which the game ball easily enters the second start winning opening formed by the normally variable prize ball device 6B. It is possible to avoid the occurrence of a difficult "probability" and prevent a decrease in gaming interest due to a delay in the game.

  It should be noted that, depending on the case where the fluctuation special map is the first special map and the case where the fluctuation special map is the second special map, determined values in different predetermined ranges may be assigned to the "big hit" big hit type. . For example, when the fluctuation special map is the second special map, a smaller determined value than when the fluctuation special map is the first special map may be assigned to the "big hit" big hit type. As a result, it is possible to avoid frequent occurrences of “probability” in a game state in which the game ball easily enters the second start winning port formed by the normally variable winning ball device 6B. Alternatively, the type of the big hit may be determined by referring to the common table data between the case where the fluctuation special figure is the first special figure and the case where the fluctuation special figure is the second special figure.

  Further, the ROM 101 stores a fluctuation category determination table which is referred to in order to determine any of the plurality of types of the fluctuation category. Specifically, the ROM 101 stores a plurality of variable category determination tables in which the types of the variable categories that can be determined in the variable category determination table and the respective determination ratios are different from each other. In the fluctuation category determination table, a numerical value (determined value) to be compared with the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation category is assigned to each of the fluctuation categories. That is, the ROM 101 stores a plurality of fluctuation category determination tables in which the determined values (for example, the range and the number of determined values) assigned to at least one of the plurality of types of the fluctuation categories are different from each other. I have. Instead of a plurality of variation category determination tables, one large variation category determination table including information of all variation category determination tables may be stored in the ROM 101.

  Further, the ROM 101 stores a fluctuation pattern determination table that is referred to in order to determine any one of a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns. Specifically, the ROM 101 stores a plurality of variation pattern determination tables in which the types of variation patterns that can be determined in the variation pattern determination table and the respective determination ratios are different from each other. In the fluctuation pattern determination table, a numerical value (determined value) to be compared with the random number value MR5 for fluctuation pattern determination is assigned to each of the fluctuation patterns. That is, the ROM 101 stores a plurality of variation pattern determination tables in which the determined values (for example, the range and the number of determined values) assigned to at least one of the plurality of types of variation patterns are different from each other. I have. Instead of a plurality of variation pattern determination tables, one large variation pattern determination table including information of each variation pattern determination table may be stored in the ROM 101.

  The RAM 102 included in the game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 2 may be a backup RAM partially or entirely backed up by a backup power supply created on a predetermined power supply board. That is, even if the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped, a part or all of the contents of the RAM 102 are stored for a predetermined period (until the backup power supply becomes incapable of discharging the backup power supply capacitor). You. In particular, at least data corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means and the data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls may be saved in the backup RAM. The data according to the control state of the game control means is data necessary for restoring the control state before the occurrence of a power failure or the like based on the data when the power is restored after a power failure or the like (for example, FIG. Process flag, etc.). In addition, data corresponding to the control state and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are defined as data indicating a progress state of the game.

  The RAM 102 is provided with a game control data holding area 150 as shown in FIG. 8, for example, as an area for holding various data used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the like. I have. The game control data holding area 150 shown in FIG. A control timer setting unit 153, a game control counter setting unit 154, and a game control buffer setting unit 155 are provided.

  The first special figure reservation storage unit 151A stores a special figure game in which a game ball has passed (entered) a first starting winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A and a first starting winning has occurred but has not yet started. The data (first special figure reservation information) of the reservation data of the first special figure game (first special figure display device 4A) is stored. As an example, the first special figure holding storage unit 151A associates the winning order (game ball detection order) with the holding number in the first starting winning opening and associates the CPU 103 with a random number based on the passage (entry) of the game ball. Numerical data indicating the random number values MR1 to MR3 extracted from the circuit 104 and the like are stored as pending data (first special figure pending information) until the storage number reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, “4”).

  The second special figure holding storage unit 151B is a special figure game in which the game ball has passed (entered) the second starting winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B and the second starting winning has been generated, but the second starting winning has not been started yet. The storage data (second special figure reservation information) of the (second special figure game by the second special symbol display device 4B) is stored. As an example, the second special map holding storage unit 151B associates the winning order (game ball detection order) with the holding number in the second starting winning opening and associates the holding number with the CPU 103 based on the passing (entering) of the game ball. Numerical data indicating the random number values MR1 to MR3 extracted from the circuit 104 and the like are stored as suspension data (second special figure suspension information) until the storage number reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, “4”).

  It should be noted that the first special figure display device 4A holds data of the first special figure game (first special figure reservation information based on the establishment of the first start condition) and the second special figure display device 4B displays the second special figure game. The holding data (second special figure holding information based on the establishment of the second start winning) may be stored in a common holding storage unit in association with the holding number.

  The general figure holding storage unit 151C stores the hold data (general figure holding) related to the general figure game that has not yet been started by the normal symbol display 20 even though the game ball passing through the passing gate 41 is detected by the gate switch 21. Information). For example, the general figure storage unit 151C determines the general figure display result extracted from the random number circuit 104 and the like by the CPU 103 based on the passage of the game ball, in association with the reservation number in the order in which the game ball passed through the passage gate 41. Numerical data indicating the random number value MR4 for use is stored as hold data (general-purpose hold information) until the storage number reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”).

  The game control flag setting section 152 is provided with a plurality of types of flags that can be updated according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the like. For example, the game control flag setting unit 152 stores data indicating a flag value and data indicating an ON state or an OFF state for each of a plurality of types of flags.

  The game control timer setting section 153 is provided with various timers used to control the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control timer setting unit 153 stores data indicating a timer value of each of a plurality of types of timers.

  The game control counter setting unit 154 is provided with a plurality of types of counters for counting a count value used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control counter setting unit 154 stores a first reserved storage number count value and a second special figure reserved storage number, which are storage values of a first reserved storage number counter for counting the first special figure reserved storage number. The second reserved storage number count value, which is the stored value of the second reserved storage number counter for counting, the total reserved storage number count value, which is the stored value of the total reserved storage number counter for counting the total reserved storage number, and the like. It is memorized.

  The game control buffer setting unit 155 is provided with various buffers for temporarily storing data used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control buffer setting unit 155 stores data indicating a buffer value in each of a plurality of types of buffers.

  An I / O 105 included in the game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. And an output port for transmission.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the effect control board 12 provides an effect control CPU 120 that performs a control operation according to a program, a ROM 121 that stores an effect control program, fixed data, and the like, and a work area for the effect control CPU 120. RAM 122, a display control unit 123 that performs processing for determining the control content of the display operation in the image display device 5, and a random number that updates numerical data indicating a random number value independently of the effect control CPU 120. The circuit 124 and the I / O 125 are mounted.

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

  The effect control CPU 120, the ROM 121, and the RAM 122 may be included in a one-chip effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board 12.

  The effect control board 12 has a wiring for transmitting an information signal (video signal) indicating an effect image to the image display device 5 and a signal for transmitting an information signal (effect sound signal) indicating a command to the audio control board 13. Wiring, wiring for transmitting an information signal (illumination signal) indicating a command to the lamp control board 14, and the like are connected. Further, on the effect control board 12, wiring for transmitting an information signal (operation detection signal) indicating that a player's operation action on the stick controller 31A has been detected from the controller sensor unit 35A, and a game for the push button 31B Wiring for transmitting an information signal (operation detection signal) indicating that a user's operation has been detected from the push sensor 35B is also connected.

  In the effect control board 12, numerical data indicating various random numbers used for controlling the effect operation is renewably counted by, for example, the random number circuit 124 or the like. The random number used for controlling such a production operation is also referred to as a production random number.

  The ROM 121 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. 2 stores various data used for controlling the progress of the game in addition to the effect control program. For example, the ROM 121 stores data constituting a plurality of determination tables, determination tables, setting tables, and the like prepared for the effect control CPU 120 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings.

  For example, the ROM 121 stores a hold display mode determination table that is referred to to determine the final display mode of the first hold display in the first startup winning storage display area 5HL to any one of a plurality of types. Specifically, the ROM 121 stores a plurality of first suspended display mode determination tables that differ from each other in the type of the final display mode of the first suspended display that can be determined in the suspended display mode determination table and the respective determination ratios. ing. In the first hold display mode determination table, for each of the final display modes of the first hold display, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value MR6 (not shown) for determining the final display mode of the first hold display. Have been assigned. Instead of a plurality of suspension display mode determination tables, one large first suspension display mode determination table including information of all suspension display mode determination tables may be stored in the ROM 121.

  In addition, for example, in the ROM 121, a second suspension display mode determination that is referred to in order to determine one of a plurality of types of a final display mode of the second suspension display displayed in the second start winning storage display area 5HR. A table is stored. Specifically, the ROM 121 stores a plurality of second suspended display mode determination tables that differ from each other in the type of the final display mode of the second suspended display that can be determined in the suspended display mode determination table and the respective determination ratios. ing. In the second hold display mode determination table, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value MR6 (not shown) for determining the final display mode of the second hold display is provided for each of the final display modes of the second hold display. Have been assigned. Instead of the plurality of second hold display mode determination tables, one large second hold display mode determination table including information of all the second hold display mode determination tables may be stored in the ROM 121.

  Further, for example, the ROM 121 stores an active display mode determination table that is referred to to determine the final display mode of the active display displayed in the active display area AHA to any one of a plurality of types. Specifically, the ROM 121 stores a plurality of active display mode determination tables in which the types of final display modes of active display that can be determined in the active display mode determination table and the respective determination ratios are different from each other. In the active display mode determination table, a numerical value (determined value) to be compared with a random number value MR6 (not shown) for determining the final display mode of the active display is assigned to each of the final display modes of the active display. Instead of a plurality of active display mode determination tables, one large active display mode determination table including information of all active display mode determination tables may be stored in ROM 121.

  Further, the ROM 121 stores a specific effect execution presence / absence determination table that is referred to for determining whether or not to execute a specific effect including an active display change effect and a hold display change effect. More specifically, the specific effect execution presence / absence determination table compares the specific effect execution presence / absence and non-execution execution with the random number value MR7 (not shown) for determining whether to perform the specific effect according to the number of stored memories. Are assigned (determined values).

  The ROM 121 stores a specific effect mode determination table that is referred to to determine the effect mode of the specific effect. Specifically, in the specific effect mode determination table, each of the specific effects, that is, each of the active display change effect (notification effect execution), the active display change effect (no notification effect execution), and the hold display change effect is provided. A numerical value (decision value) to be compared with a random number value MR8 (not shown) for determining an effect mode of the specific effect is assigned according to the final display mode of the hold display or the active display.

  In addition, the ROM 121 stores a pending display change pattern determination table that is referred to for determining a pending display change pattern in the pending display change effect. Specifically, in the hold display change pattern determination table, a numerical value to be compared with a random number value MR9 (not shown) for determining a hold display change pattern according to each of the final display modes of the hold display and the number of stored memories. (Determined value) is assigned.

  In addition, the ROM 121 stores an active display change pattern determination table that is referred to for determining the active display change pattern in the active display change effect. Specifically, in the active display change pattern determination table, a numerical value to be compared with the random number value MR10 (not shown) for determining the active display change pattern according to each of the final display modes of the active display and the number of retained storages. (Determined value) is assigned.

The ROM 121 may store a main announcement effect pattern determination table that is referred to in order to determine an effect pattern (effect mode) of the main announcement effect to one of a plurality of types. In this case, specifically, the ROM 121 stores a plurality of main announcement effect pattern determination tables that differ from each other in the type of the main announcement effect pattern that can be determined in the main announcement effect pattern determination table and the respective determination ratios. In the main announcement effect pattern determination table, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with a random number value MR11 (not shown) for determining the main announcement effect pattern is assigned to each of the main announcement effect patterns. Good.
Instead of a plurality of main announcement effect pattern determination tables, one large main announcement effect pattern determination table including information of all the main announcement effect pattern determination tables may be stored in the ROM 121.

  The ROM 121 includes a plurality of effect control patterns that are used by the effect control CPU 120 to control an effect operation by various effect devices (for example, the image display device 5, the speaker 8, the lamp 9, and the effect model). Data to be stored is stored. By setting the effect control pattern, various variable display operations such as decorative designs and notice effects (including pre-read notice effects) are realized.

  The various effect control patterns are configured from data indicating the control contents of various effect operations executed according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the effect control pattern corresponds to a plurality of types of variation patterns, and is a decoration in a period from the start of the variation of the special symbol in the special figure game to the derivation and display of the final special symbol as a special figure display result. Variable display operation of symbols, reach effect, re-lottery effect, etc., or various effect operations not accompanied by variable display of decorative symbols (for example, display mode of first hold display in first start winning storage display area 5HL) , A second hold display effect on the display mode of the second hold display in the second start winning storage display area 5HR, a specific effect, and the like). It is configured.

  FIG. 9A shows a configuration example of the effect control pattern. The production control pattern is composed of control data for controlling various production operations, such as a production control process timer determination value, display control data, audio control data, lamp control data, operation detection control data, and an end code. What is necessary is that the contents of various effect control, the timing of switching the effect control, and the like are set in series. In addition, the effect control pattern may include, for example, movable member control data that specifies the content of operation control and the like in a movable member provided inside or outside the game area. The effect control process timer judgment value is a value (judgment value) to be compared with the value of the effect control process timer (effect control process timer value) provided in a predetermined area of the effect control RAM built in the effect control microcomputer 120. ), And a determination value corresponding to the execution time (effect time) of each effect operation is set in advance. Note that, instead of the effect control process timer determination value, for example, a predetermined effect control command is received from the main board 11, or a predetermined process is executed as a process for controlling the effect operation in the effect control microcomputer 120. In response to predetermined control contents and processing contents, such as a fact, data indicating a switching timing of effect control may be set.

  The display control data includes, for example, data indicating a display mode of the effect image in the display area of the image display device 5, such as data indicating a variation mode of each decorative symbol during variable display of the decorative symbol. That is, the display control data is data for specifying the display operation of the effect image in the display area of the image display device 5. The audio control data includes, for example, data indicating an audio output mode from the speaker 8 such as data indicating an output mode of a production sound or the like linked to a variable display operation of the decorative symbol during the variable display of the decorative symbol. That is, the audio control data is data for specifying an audio output operation from the speaker 8. The lamp control data includes, for example, data indicating a light emitting operation mode of the lamp 9 (light emitting body). That is, the lamp control data is data for specifying the light emission operation (lighting operation, blinking operation, light-off operation) of the lamp 9. The operation detection control data includes, for example, data indicating a period during which an operation on an operation unit such as the operation button 30 is effectively detected, and control contents of a staging operation when the operation is effectively detected. That is, the operation detection control data is data for designating an effect operation according to an operation on the operation unit. Note that these control data need not be included in all effect control patterns, but are effect control patterns configured to include some control data in accordance with the content of the effect operation by each effect control pattern. There may be.

  FIG. 9B is a diagram for explaining various effect operations performed in accordance with the contents of the effect control pattern. The effect control CPU 120 determines the control content of the effect operation in accordance with various control data included in the effect control pattern. For example, when the effect control process timer value matches any one of the effect control process timer determination values, the decorative design is displayed in the mode specified by the display control data associated with the effect control process timer determination value, and the character is displayed. Control is performed to display effect images such as images and background images on the screen of the image display device 5. In addition, control is performed to output sound from the speaker 8 in a mode specified by the voice control data, and control is performed to cause the lamp 9 to emit light in a mode specified by the lamp control data. During the validity period, an operation on the stick controller 31A or the push button 31B is accepted to perform control for determining the effect contents. Dummy data (data for which control is not specified) may be set as data corresponding to an effect component that does not become a control target even if it corresponds to the effect control process timer determination value.

  The rendering operation shown in FIG. 9 (B) corresponds to the entire period from the start of the change of the decorative symbol to the final stop, but is not limited to this, and is performed during the variable display of the decorative symbol. An effect control pattern for executing an effect operation corresponding to a part of a period (for example, a period for executing a notice effect) may be provided. Alternatively, in order to execute the rendering operation in response to a predetermined period other than the variable display of the decorative symbol (for example, a period in which a round is being executed in the big hit game state, a period in which the ending effect is executed at the end of the big hit game state). Effect control pattern may be provided.

  When setting the effect control pattern, pattern data constituting the effect control pattern may be read out from the ROM 121 and temporarily stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122, or may be temporarily stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. The storage address in the ROM 121 may be temporarily stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122, and the read position of the storage data in the ROM 121 may be simply specified. Thereafter, each time the effect control process timer value is updated, it is determined whether or not the effect control process timer value matches any of the effect control process timer values. Control. As described above, the effect control CPU 120 controls the effect devices (the image display device 5, the speaker 8, the lamp 9, the The control of the movable member of the production model) is advanced.

  In each of the process data # 1 to process data #n, the display control data # 1 to display control data #n and the voice control data # 1 to voice control associated with the effect control process timer determination values # 1 to #n. The data #n, the lamp control data # 1 to the lamp control data #n, and the operation detection control data # 1 to the operation detection control data #n indicate the control contents of the effect operation in the effect device, and an effect for specifying execution of the effect control. Control execution data # 1 to effect control execution data #n are configured.

  A command according to the effect control pattern set in this manner is output from the effect control CPU 120 to the display control unit 123, the voice control board 13, the lamp control board 14, and the like. In the display control unit 123 receiving the instruction from the effect control CPU 120, for example, a predetermined VDP or the like reads out the image data indicated by the instruction from an image data memory such as a CGROM and temporarily stores the image data in a VRAM. In the voice control board 13 which receives the instruction from the effect control CPU 120, the voice synthesis IC reads out the voice data indicated by the command from the voice data ROM and temporarily stores the voice data in the voice RAM or the like. .

  In the RAM 122 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. 2, as an area for holding various data used for controlling the effect operation, for example, an effect control data holding area as shown in FIG. 190 are provided. The effect control data holding area 190 shown in FIG. 10A includes an effect control flag setting unit 191, an effect control timer setting unit 192, an effect control counter setting unit 193, and an effect control buffer setting unit 194. I have.

  The effect control flag setting section 191 includes a plurality of effect operation states such as a display state of an effect image on the screen of the image display device 5 and a plurality of states whose states can be updated according to an effect control command transmitted from the main board 11. A type flag is provided. For example, the effect control flag setting unit 191 stores data indicating a flag value and data indicating an ON state or an OFF state for each of a plurality of types of flags.

  The effect control timer setting unit 192 is provided with a plurality of types of timers used to control the progress of various effect operations such as an effect image display operation on the screen of the image display device 5. For example, the effect control timer setting unit 192 stores data indicating a timer value for each of a plurality of types of timers.

  The effect control counter setting unit 193 is provided with a plurality of types of counters used to control the progress of various effect operations. For example, the effect control counter setting unit 193 stores data indicating the count value of each of a plurality of types of counters.

  The effect control buffer setting unit 194 is provided with various buffers for temporarily storing data used for controlling the progress of various effect operations. For example, the effect control buffer setting unit 194 stores data indicating a buffer value in each of a plurality of types of buffers.

  In the present embodiment, data forming the first start winning reception command buffer 194A as shown in FIG. 10B is stored in a predetermined area of the effect control buffer setting unit 194. The first start winning reception command buffer 194A stores a storage area (buffer number “0” (not shown)) corresponding to the variable display and a storage area corresponding to the maximum value (for example, “4”) of the total number of suspended storages. And areas (areas corresponding to buffer numbers “1” to “4”). When there is a start winning in the first starting winning opening, a starting opening winning designation command (first starting opening winning designation command), a symbol designation command, a variable category command, a retained storage number notification command (first retained storage number notification command). ) Are transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 as one set. A storage area is secured in the first start winning reception command buffer 194A so that a symbol designation command, a fluctuation category command, and a first hold number notification command can be stored in association with each other.

  The effect control CPU 120 stores the commands in the order in which they were received at the time of the first start winning prize, from the beginning in the free area of the first start prize receiving command buffer 194A. At the time of the first start winning, the command is transmitted in the order of the first starting opening winning designation command, the symbol designation command, the variable category command, and the first retained storage number notification command. Therefore, if the command reception is normally performed, as shown in FIG. 10B, the starting opening winning designating command, the symbol designating command, and the variation are stored in the storage areas corresponding to the buffer numbers “1” to “4”. The category command and the first reserved storage number notification command are stored in this order. In FIG. 10B, commands are stored in storage areas corresponding to buffer numbers “1” to “3”.

  The command stored in the first starting winning reception command buffer 194A shown in FIG. 10 (B) has a buffer number “1” every time variable display of a decorative symbol is started in synchronization with the first special figure game. Is erased and shifted to the buffer number "0" corresponding to the variable display, and the subsequent commands are shifted while maintaining the buffer number (the winning order between commands). Specifically, when the variable display of the decorative symbol is started in conjunction with the first special figure game, the area corresponding to the smallest buffer number among the commands associated with the first starting port winning designation command is set. One of the stored commands (one set) is deleted, and the command (one set) stored in the area corresponding to the smallest deleted buffer number is changed to the buffer number “0” that is the area corresponding to the variable display. The command corresponding to the buffer number larger than the buffer number of the command (one set) stored in the area corresponding to the smallest buffer number among the commands associated with the shifted and deleted first starting port winning designation command. The command stored in the area (the command associated with the first starting port winning designation command) is in the order of winning (the size of the buffer number is larger or smaller). ) Is shifted while maintaining the.

  For example, when the variable display of the decorative symbol is started in synchronization with the first special figure game in the storage state shown in FIG. 10B, the command stored in the area corresponding to the buffer number “1” is deleted. The command stored in the area corresponding to the deleted buffer number “1” is shifted to the buffer number “0”, which is the area corresponding to the variable display, and stored in the area corresponding to the buffer number “2”. Is shifted to the buffer number “1”, and each command stored in the area corresponding to the buffer number “3” is shifted to the buffer number “2”.

  In the present embodiment, data constituting the second start winning reception command buffer 194B as shown in FIG. 10C is stored in a predetermined area of the effect control buffer setting unit 194. In the second start winning reception command buffer 194B, a storage area (buffer number “0” (not shown)) corresponding to the variable display and a storage area corresponding to the maximum value (for example, “4”) of the total number of suspended storages are stored. And areas (areas corresponding to buffer numbers “1” to “4”). When there is a start winning in the second starting winning opening, a starting opening winning designation command (second starting opening winning designation command), a symbol designation command, a fluctuation category command, a retained storage number notification command (second retained storage number notification command) ) Are transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 as one set. A storage area is secured in the second start winning reception command buffer 194B so that a symbol designation command, a fluctuation category command, and a pending storage number notification command can be stored in association with each other.

  The effect control CPU 120 stores the commands in the order in which they were received at the time of the second start winning prize, from the beginning in the free area of the second start prize receiving command buffer 194B. At the time of the second starting winning, the command is transmitted in the order of the second starting opening winning designating command, the symbol designating command, the variable category command, and the retained storage number notification command. Therefore, if the command is normally received, as shown in FIG. 10 (C), the second starting opening prize designation command and the symbol designation command are stored in the storage areas corresponding to the buffer numbers “1” to “4”. , A fluctuation category command, and a pending storage number notification command. In FIG. 10C, commands are stored in storage areas corresponding to buffer numbers “1” and “2”.

  The command stored in the second start winning reception command buffer 194B shown in FIG. 10C is changed to the buffer number “1” every time the variable design of the decorative symbol is started in synchronization with the second special figure game. The corresponding command is erased and shifted to the buffer number “0” corresponding to the variable display, and the subsequent commands are shifted while maintaining the buffer number (winning order between commands). More specifically, when the variable display of the decorative symbol is started in conjunction with the second special figure game, the variable corresponding to the smallest buffer number among the commands associated with the second starting opening winning designation command is set. One of the stored commands (one set) is deleted, and the command (one set) stored in the area corresponding to the smallest deleted buffer number is changed to the buffer number “0” that is the area corresponding to the variable display. The command corresponding to the buffer number larger than the buffer number of the command (one set) stored in the area corresponding to the smallest buffer number among the commands associated with the shifted and deleted second starting port winning designation command. The command stored in the area (the command associated with the second start-up opening winning designation command) is the winning order (the size of the buffer number is larger or smaller). ) Is shifted while maintaining the.

  For example, when the variable display of the decorative symbol is started in synchronization with the second special figure game in the storage state shown in FIG. 10C, the command stored in the area corresponding to the buffer number “1” is deleted. The command stored in the area corresponding to the deleted buffer number “1” is shifted to the buffer number “0”, which is the area corresponding to the variable display, and stored in the area corresponding to the buffer number “2”. Is shifted to the buffer number “1”.

  In the present embodiment, data configuring the first prefetch notice buffer 194C as shown in FIG. 10D is stored in a predetermined area of the effect control buffer setting unit 194. The first prefetch notice buffer 194C has a storage area corresponding to the variable display (buffer number “0” (not shown)) and a storage area corresponding to each data constituting the first start winning reception command buffer 194A. (Areas corresponding to buffer numbers “1” to “4”). That is, in the first prefetch notice buffer 194C, the contents of the decision regarding the prefetch notice effect regarding each of the hold information determined by the effect control CPU 120 and the like are stored in the buffer number “0” and the buffer numbers “1” to “4”. Is stored in association with. When the hold data (one set of commands) associated with a certain buffer number is deleted in the first start winning reception command buffer 194A of FIG. 10B due to the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol, etc. In the first prefetch notice buffer 194C, the content associated with the buffer number is also deleted. In addition, due to the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol, the hold data (one set of commands) associated with a certain buffer number is stored in another buffer in the first start winning reception command buffer 194A of FIG. When shifting to a number, the content associated with the buffer number in the first prefetch notice buffer 194C is also shifted to the other buffer number.

  In the present embodiment, data configuring the second prefetch notice buffer 194D as shown in FIG. 10E is stored in a predetermined area of the effect control buffer setting unit 194. In the second prefetch notice buffer 194D, a storage area (buffer number “0” (not shown)) corresponding to the variable display and a storage area corresponding to each data constituting the second start winning reception command buffer 194B. (Areas corresponding to buffer numbers “1” to “4”). That is, in the second pre-reading advance notice buffer 194D, the contents of the decision regarding the pre-reading advance presentation effect regarding the respective hold information determined by the effect control CPU 120 and the like are stored in the buffer number “0” and the buffer numbers “1” to “4”. Is stored in association with. When the suspended data (one set of commands) associated with a certain buffer number is deleted in the second start winning reception command buffer 194B of FIG. 10C due to the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol, etc. In the second prefetch notice buffer 194D, the content associated with the buffer number is also deleted. In addition, due to the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol, etc., the hold data (one set of commands) associated with a certain buffer number is stored in another buffer in the second start winning reception command buffer 194B of FIG. When shifting to a number, the content associated with the buffer number in the second prefetch notice buffer 194D is also shifted to the other buffer number.

  Next, an operation (operation) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment will be described.

  In the main board 11, when the power supply from a predetermined power supply board is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is started, and the CPU 103 executes a predetermined process as a game control main process. When the game control main process is started, the CPU 103 performs the necessary initialization after setting the interruption to be prohibited. In this initial setting, for example, the RAM 102 is cleared. Further, a register of a CTC (counter / timer circuit) built in the game control microcomputer 100 is set. As a result, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 every predetermined time (for example, every 2 milliseconds), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute the timer interrupt process. When the initial setting is completed, an interrupt is permitted, and a loop process is started. In the game control main process, a process for returning the internal state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 to the state at the time of the previous power supply stop may be performed, and then the loop process may be started.

  Upon receiving the interrupt request signal from the CTC and receiving the interrupt request, the CPU 103 that has executed the game control main process executes the game control timer interrupt process shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the game control timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 11 is started, the CPU 103 first executes a predetermined switch process, so that the gate switch 21, the first starting port switch 22A, the second starting port via the switch circuit 110. The state of a detection signal input from various switches such as the switch 22B and the count switch 23 is determined (step S11). Subsequently, by executing predetermined main-side error processing, abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed, and a warning can be generated if necessary according to the diagnosis result (step S12). Thereafter, by executing a predetermined information output process, data such as big hit information, start information, probability variation information and the like supplied to, for example, a hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1 are output (step). S13).

  Subsequent to the information output process, a game random number updating process for updating at least a part of the game random numbers such as the random numbers MR1 to MR5 used on the main board 11 side by software is executed (step S14). After that, the CPU 103 executes a special symbol process (step S15). In the special symbol process processing, the value of the special figure process flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152 is updated according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol are displayed. Various processes are selected and executed in order to control the display operation on the display device 4B and set the opening / closing operation of the special winning opening in the special variable winning ball device 7 in a predetermined procedure.

  Subsequent to the special symbol process, a normal symbol process is executed (step S16). The CPU 103 controls the display operation (for example, turning on and off the segment LED) on the ordinary symbol display 20 by executing the ordinary symbol process processing, and displays the ordinary symbol variably and the movable variable prize ball device 6B. Enables setting of the tilting motion of the wing pieces.

  After executing the normal symbol process processing, the CPU 103 executes the command control processing to transmit a control command from the main board 11 to a control board on the sub side such as the effect control board 12 (step S17). As an example, in the command control process, the output control included in the I / O 105 corresponds to the setting in the command transmission table specified by the value of the transmission command buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit 155. After setting the control data in the output port for transmitting the effect control command to the substrate 12, setting the predetermined control data in the output port of the effect control INT signal and setting the effect control INT signal to the ON state for a predetermined time. For example, by setting the state to the off state, it is possible to transmit the effect control command based on the setting in the command transmission table. After the command control process is executed, the game control timer interrupt process is terminated after the interrupt control is set.

  FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing an example of a process executed in step S15 shown in FIG. 11 as a special symbol process process. In this special symbol process process, the CPU 103 first executes a start winning determination process (step S101). FIG. 13 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in step S101 in FIG. 12 as a start winning determination process.

  In the start winning determination process in the special symbol process shown in FIG. 13, the CPU 103 first detects the detection signal from the first starting port switch 22A provided corresponding to the first starting winning port formed by the normal winning ball device 6A. It is determined whether or not the first starting port switch 22A is on based on (step S201). At this time, if the first starting port switch 22A is on (step S201; YES), the first special figure reserved storage number (the reserved number of the first special figure game) is increased to a predetermined upper limit value (for example, as the upper limit stored number). Is determined (step S202). The CPU 103 only needs to be able to identify the first special figure reserved storage number by reading the first reserved storage number count value which is the stored value of the first reserved storage number counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154, for example. When the first special figure reserved storage number is not the upper limit value in step S202 (step S202; NO), for example, the storage value of the starting port buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit 155 is set to “1” ( Step S207).

  When the first starting port switch 22A is off in step S201 (step S201; No), when the first special figure reserved storage number has reached the upper limit in step S202 (step S202; YES), After executing the processing of step S209, the second starting port switch 22B is set based on the detection signal from the second starting port switch 22B provided corresponding to the second starting winning port formed by the normally variable winning prize ball device 6B. It is determined whether or not is ON (step S203). At this time, if the second starting port switch 22B is on (step S203; YES), the second special figure reserved storage number (the reserved number of the second special figure game) is increased to a predetermined upper limit value (for example, as the upper limit stored number). Is determined (step S204). The CPU 103 only needs to be able to specify the second special figure reserved storage number by reading the second reserved storage number count value which is the stored value of the second reserved storage number counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154, for example. When the second special figure reserved storage number is not the upper limit value in step S204 (step S204; NO), for example, the storage value of the starting port buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit 155 is set to “2” ( Step S210).

  After executing the processing of step S207, the processing for starting winning (FIG. 14) is executed (step S208), the stored value of the starting opening buffer is set to "0 (initialized)" (step S209), and the processing of step S203 is performed. Proceed to. After executing the processing of step S210, the start winning processing (FIG. 14) is executed (step S211), the stored value of the starting opening buffer is set to "0 (initialized)" (step S212), and the start winning determination processing is performed. To end. Thereby, even if the first start port switch 22A and the second start port switch 22B simultaneously detect the start winning of the game ball, the processing based on each detection can be completed.

In addition, you may make it perform the process of a start winning determination process (step S101) according to the current game state.
Specifically, the state of the time reduction flag is checked, and if the current gaming state is the low base state, the processing of step S201, step S202, step S207, step S208, step S209 is executed, and the current gaming state is determined. When the state is the high base state, the processing of step S203, step S204, step S210, step S211, and step S212 may be executed. In this case, when the first special figure pending storage number is the upper limit (step S202; YES), after the first starting port buffer is cleared (step S209), or when the second special figure pending storage number is the upper limit. In some cases (step S204; YES) or after clearing the second starting port buffer (step S212), the starting winning determination processing may be terminated.

  FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing an example of the processing executed in step S208 and step S211 in FIG. 13 as the start winning processing.

  The CPU 103 updates the start winning prize processing (steps S208 and S211) so as to add 1 to the number of special figure reservation storages corresponding to the starting port buffer value, which is the stored value of the starting port buffer (step S215 in FIG. 14). . For example, when the starting port buffer value is "1", the first reserved storage number count value is added by one, while when the starting port buffer value is "2", the second reserved storage number count value is added by one. In this way, the first reserved storage number count value is updated so as to increase by one when the game ball passes (enters) the first start winning port and the first start condition is satisfied. The second reserved storage number count value is updated so as to increase by one when the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning port and the second start condition is satisfied. Subsequent to the process of step S215, the total number of pending storages is updated so as to be incremented by 1 (step S216). For example, the total reserved storage number count value, which is the storage value of the total reserved storage number counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154, may be updated so as to add one.

  After executing the process of step S216, the CPU 103 selects the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result and the jackpot type determination from among the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 104 and the random counter of the game control counter setting unit 154. Data representing the random number value MR2 for use in determining the variation category and the random number value MR3 for determining the variation category are extracted (step S217). The numerical data indicating each random number value thus extracted is stored by being set as suspension information at the head of an empty entry in the special figure suspension storage unit 151 corresponding to the starting port buffer value (step S218). For example, when the starting port buffer value is “1”, numerical data indicating the random numbers MR1 to MR3 are set in the first special figure holding storage unit 151A, while when the starting port buffer value is “2”, Numerical data indicating the random numbers MR1 to MR3 are set in the second special figure holding storage unit 151B.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S218, transmission setting of a start-up winning designation command according to the start-up buffer value is performed (step S219). For example, when the starting opening buffer value is “1”, the storage address of the first starting opening winning designation command table in the ROM 101 is stored in the buffer area specified by the transmission command pointer in the transmission command buffer, and the effect control board is stored. The setting for transmitting the first start-up winning award designation command to the player 12 is performed. On the other hand, when the starting opening buffer value is “2”, the storage address of the second starting opening winning designation command table in the ROM 101 is stored in the buffer area of the transmission command buffer, for example, to the effect control board 12. The setting for transmitting the second starting port winning designation command is performed. The starting port winning designation command thus set is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by executing the command control processing of step S17 shown in FIG. 11, for example, after the special symbol process processing is completed. Transmitted.

  Subsequent to the processing in step S219, a winning random number value determination processing is executed (step S220). Thereafter, for example, by storing the storage address of the reserved storage number notification command table in the ROM 101 in the buffer area specified by the transmission command pointer in the transmission command buffer, the reserved storage number notification command is transmitted to the effect control board 12. Settings are made (step S221). The set storage notification command is sent from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by, for example, executing the command control processing of step S17 shown in FIG. Transmitted.

  FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing an example of the processing executed in step S220 of FIG. 14 as the winning random number value determination processing.

  In the winning random number determination processing shown in FIG. 15, the CPU 103 first specifies the current gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (step S401). In the process of step S401, the CPU 103 confirms the state of the big hit game state, for example, by checking the state of the big hit flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152, and checks the state of the time saving flag and the probability change flag. For example, the current gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 such as a high-accuracy high-base state, a high-accuracy low-base state, a low-accuracy high-base state, a low-accuracy low-base state To identify. Specifically, the CPU 103 specifies that the big hit flag is in the on state, that the game is in the big hit game state, and specifies that the big hit flag is not in the on state (when it is in the off state), that the game is not in the big hit game state. In the process of step S401, the CPU 103 determines whether the game is in the high base state or the low base state by checking the state of the probability change flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152. Specifically, the CPU 103 specifies the high base state when the probable change flag is on, and specifies the low base state when the probable change flag is not on (when it is off). In the process of step S401, the CPU 103 determines whether the game is in the high-accuracy state or the low-accuracy state by checking the state of the time-saving flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152. Specifically, the CPU 103 specifies the high-accuracy state when the time-saving flag is on, and specifies the low-accuracy state when the time-saving flag is not on (when it is off).

  Subsequent to the process of step S401, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the game is in a big hit game state (step S402). That is, it is determined whether or not it is determined that the game is in the big hit game state in the process of step S401. If it is determined in step S402 that the state is not the big hit gaming state (step S402; NO), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the current state is the high base state (step S403). That is, it is determined whether or not the high base state has been specified in the process of step S401.

  If it is determined in step S402 that the game is in the big hit gaming state (step S402; YES), or if it is determined in step S403 that the game is in the high base state (step S403; YES), the CPU 103 sets the starting port buffer value. Is "2" (step S404). That is, it is determined whether or not it is the second start winning (starting winning whose variation special figure is the second special figure). If it is determined in step S404 that the starting port buffer value is not “2” (step S404; NO), the winning random number value determination processing ends.

  If it is determined in step S403 that the state is not the high base state (step S403; NO), or if it is determined in step S404 that the starting port buffer value is “2” (step S404; YES), the CPU 103 Then, a special figure display result determination table corresponding to the current game state is set (selected) (step S405). Specifically, when the CPU 103 is not in the high-base state (step S403; NO), the table data for low-probability and low-bass (from the range of “8000” to “8189”) is displayed from the display result determination table 130 shown in FIG. The table data assigned to the special figure display result whose value is "big hit" is set, and when the high base state is set (step S403; YES, step S404; YES), the display result determination table 130 shown in FIG. , The table data for the high-precision and high-basis (probability change state) (table data assigned to the special figure display result in which the value in the range of “8000” to “8818” is “big hit” is set. Different display result determination tables (first special figure display result determination table, second special figure display result determination table) are used for the special figure and the second special figure. If the starting port buffer value is "1", the first special figure display result determination table is used, and if the starting port buffer value is "2", the second special figure display result determination table is used. Just use a table.

  Subsequent to the process of step S405, the CPU 103 sets the numeric data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result extracted in step S217 of the start winning process shown in FIG. 14 within the predetermined jackpot determination range. It is determined whether or not there is (Step S406). For example, the CPU 103 compares the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 with the individual determination values assigned to the special figure display result of "big hit" in the special figure display result determination table data set in step S405. Then, it is determined whether there is a determination value that matches the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1. Alternatively, the CPU 103 sets the minimum value (lower limit value) of the numerical value data indicating the random number value MR1 and the determination value assigned to the special figure display result of “big hit” in the special figure display result determination table data set in step S405. ) May be compared with the maximum value (upper limit value) to determine whether or not the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 is within the range between the minimum value and the maximum value of the determination value.

  If it is determined in step S406 that it is within the jackpot determination range (step S406; YES), the random number value MR2 for jackpot type determination extracted in step S217 of the start winning process shown in FIG. 14 is shown. The big hit type is determined based on the numerical data (step S407). Specifically, first, the CPU 103 determines whether the variation special map specified by the starting opening buffer value (the “first special drawing” corresponding to the starting opening buffer value “1” or the “first special drawing” corresponding to the starting opening buffer value “2” ” Set (select) a jackpot type determination table according to "second special map"). Specifically, the CPU 103 sets table data according to the fluctuation special map from the big hit type determination table 131 shown in FIG. Subsequently, the CPU 103 compares, for example, numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type with each of the jackpot type determination values in the jackpot type determination table data set according to the fluctuation special map. Then, the jackpot type that matches the numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 may be determined.

  Subsequent to the process of step S407, the CPU 103 performs settings for transmitting a symbol designating command according to the determination result of the process of step S407 to the effect control board 12 (step S408). On the other hand, if it is determined in step S406 that it is not within the big hit determination range (step S406; NO), a setting for transmitting a design specification command corresponding to the loss to the effect control board 12 is performed (step S406). S409). The symbol designating command set in this way is produced from the main board 11 by executing, for example, a command control process (step S17) of a game control timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 11 after the special symbol process process is completed. It is transmitted to the control board 12.

  After executing the processing of step S408 or the processing of step S409, a change category corresponding to the random number value MR3 is determined (step S412). That is, one of a plurality of types shown in FIG. 5 is determined. In the process of step S412, the CPU 103 determines a plurality of variable category determination tables stored in the ROM 101 (a plurality of types of variable category determination in which the types of the variation categories that can be determined in the variation category determination table and the respective determination ratios are different from each other). Table), one of the variable category determination tables to be set as the use table is selected.

  Specifically, the CPU 103 determines the special figure display result (for example, the determination result in step S403 or step S404) or the number of reserved storages (for example, the first reserved storage number counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154). One of the change category determination tables to be set as the use table is selected based on the stored value, such as the first reserved storage number count value. Subsequently, the CPU 103 converts the fluctuation category determination table set as the usage table and numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for fluctuation category determination extracted from, for example, the random number circuit 104 or the random counter of the game control counter setting unit 154. Based on the plurality of types of fluctuation categories, one of the fluctuation categories is determined.

FIG. 16 is a diagram illustrating a selection example of the variation category determination table.
FIG. 16 shows a selection example in which one of the four types (settings “C-TBL1” to “C-TBL4”) of FIGS. 17A to 17D is selected, that is, the above-described example. It is a selection example of selecting any one of the four variation category determination tables from among the four variation category determination tables. Specifically, the four types of variation category determination tables shown in FIGS. 17A to 17D are changed according to whether the special map display result is “losing” or “big hit” and the number of storages to be retained. Which of the fluctuation category determination tables is selected from among them.

  FIG. 17 is a diagram illustrating a configuration example of the fluctuation category determination table. The configuration example of the variation category determination table is four types of variation category tables that are referred to in order to determine one of a plurality of types of variation categories.

  FIG. 17A is a configuration example (denoted as “C-TBL1” in the figure) of a fluctuation category determination table based on a certain fluctuation category determination table among the above four types. FIG. 17B is a configuration example of a fluctuation category determination table based on another fluctuation category determination table (denoted as “C-TBL2” in the figure). FIG. 17C is a configuration example of a fluctuation category determination table based on still another fluctuation category determination table (denoted as “C-TBL3” in the figure). FIG. 17D is a configuration example (denoted as “C-TBL4” in the figure) of a fluctuation category determination table based on another fluctuation category determination table. For the sake of simplicity, the variable category determination table in which the determination ratio is set as shown in FIG. 17A may be simply referred to as the variable category determination table in FIG. The same applies to FIGS. 17B to 17D and other determination tables such as the variation pattern determination table.

  The variation category determination table “C-TBL1” in FIG. 17A (the variation category determination table “C-TBL2” in FIG. 17B, the variation category determination table “C-TBL3” in FIG. 17C), and FIG. In the fluctuation category determination table “C-TBL4” in (D)), numerical values (determined values) to be compared with the random number value MR3 for fluctuation category determination are assigned to a plurality of types of fluctuation categories.

  In the example of setting the fluctuation category determination table “C-TBL1” in FIG. 17A, of the 100 determined values of the random number value MR3 (values in the range of “0” to “99”), 0 are the fluctuation categories. 70 pieces (values in the range of “0” to “69”) are assigned to the variation category “PA2”, and 27 pieces (values in the range of “70” to “96”) are assigned to the variation category. Assigned to “PA3”, two (values in the range of “97” to “98”) are assigned to the variation category “PA4”, and one (value “99”) is assigned to the variation category “PA5” I have. That is, in the setting example of the fluctuation category determination table “C-TBL1” in FIG. 17A, the fluctuation category “PA1” is 0% (0 ÷ 100), the fluctuation category “PA2” is 70% (70 ÷ 100), The variation category “PA3” is determined at a rate of 27% (27 ÷ 100), the variation category “PA4” is determined at a rate of 2% (2 ÷ 100), and the variation category “PA5” is determined at a rate of 1% (1 ÷ 100).

  In the setting example of the variation category determination table “C-TBL2” in FIG. 17B, four (“0” to “99”) of the determined values of the random number value MR3 (“0” to “99”) are set. ”To“ 3 ”are assigned to the variation category“ PA1 ”, and 85 (values in the range“ 4 ”to“ 88 ”) are assigned to the variation category“ PA2 ”, and eight (“ 89 ”). ”To“ 96 ”are assigned to the variation category“ PA3 ”, and two (values in the range“ 97 ”to“ 98 ”) are assigned to the variation category“ PA4 ”and one (value“ 99 ”) is assigned to the fluctuation category“ PA5 ”. That is, in the setting example of the fluctuation category determination table “C-TBL2” in FIG. 17B, the fluctuation category “PA1” is 4% (4 ÷ 100), the fluctuation category “PA2” is 85% (85 ÷ 100), The variation category “PA3” is determined at a rate of 8% (8 ÷ 100), the variation category “PA4” is determined at a rate of 2% (2 ÷ 100), and the variation category “PA5” is determined at a rate of 1% (1 ÷ 100).

  In the setting example of the variation category determination table “C-TBL3” in FIG. 17C, 64 (“0” to “99”) out of 100 determined values of the random number value MR3 (values in the range of “0” to “99”). ”To“ 63 ”are assigned to the variation category“ PA1 ”, and 25 (values in the range“ 64 ”to“ 88 ”) are assigned to the variation category“ PA2 ”, and eight (“ 89 ”). ”To“ 96 ”are assigned to the variation category“ PA3 ”, and two (values in the range“ 97 ”to“ 98 ”) are assigned to the variation category“ PA4 ”and one (value“ 99 ”) is assigned to the fluctuation category“ PA5 ”. That is, in the setting example of the fluctuation category determination table “C-TBL3” in FIG. 17C, the fluctuation category “PA1” is 64% (64 ÷ 100), the fluctuation category “PA2” is 25% (25 ÷ 100), The variation category “PA3” is determined at a rate of 8% (8 ÷ 100), the variation category “PA4” is determined at a rate of 2% (2 ÷ 100), and the variation category “PA5” is determined at a rate of 1% (1 ÷ 100).

  In the setting example of the fluctuation category determination table “C-TBL4” in FIG. 17D, out of 100 determined values of the random number value MR3 (values in the range of “0” to “99”), 20 (“0”) ”To“ 19 ”are assigned to the variation category“ PB3 ”, and 40 (values in the range“ 20 ”to“ 59 ”) are assigned to the variation category“ PB4 ”, and 40 (“ 60 ”) are assigned to the variation category“ PB4 ”. ) To “99” are assigned to the fluctuation category “PB5”. That is, in the setting example of the fluctuation category determination table “C-TBL4” in FIG. 17D, the fluctuation category “PB3” is 20% (20 ÷ 100), the fluctuation category “PB4” is 40% (40 ÷ 100), The fluctuation category “PB5” is determined at a rate of 40% (40 ÷ 100).

  In the setting examples of FIGS. 17A to 17C, when the special figure display result is “losing”, when the number of reserved storages is large, shortening / non-reach ( (Loss) The determination ratio of the fluctuation category (the fluctuation category “PA1”) is increased. Specifically, the determination ratio “64%” of the variation category “PA1” in the variation category determination table “C-TBL3” selected when the special figure display result is “losing” and the number of retained storages is “4”. > The determination ratio “4%” of the variation category “PA1” in the variation category determination table “C-TBL2” selected when the special map display result is “losing” and the number of retained storages is “3” or “2” > The determination ratio of the variable category "PA1" in the variable category determination table "C-TBL1" selected when the special figure display result is "losing" and the number of storages to be held is "1" is "0%".

  Also, in the setting examples of FIGS. 17A to 17C, when the special figure display result is “losing”, the variation category of the super reach (losing) (regardless of whether the number of retained storages is large or small) The determination ratio of the fluctuation category “PA4” or the fluctuation category “PA5” is fixed. Specifically, in any of the fluctuation category determination table “C-TBL1”, the fluctuation category determination table “C-TBL2”, and the fluctuation category determination table “C-TBL3”, the determination ratio of the fluctuation category “PA5” is “ 1% "and the determined ratio" 2% "of the fluctuation category" PA4 ".

  In the setting examples of FIGS. 17A to 17C, any of the fluctuation category determination table “C-TBL1”, the fluctuation category determination table “C-TBL2”, and the fluctuation category determination table “C-TBL3” is used. Even if there is, a determined value of the random number value MR3 corresponding to the same (common) fluctuation category (the same fluctuation category is determined) exists. That is, if the determined value of the random number value MR3 is a certain value, any one of the fluctuation category determination table “C-TBL1”, the fluctuation category determination table “C-TBL2”, and the fluctuation category determination table “C-TBL3” Also, the same fluctuation category is determined. For example, when the determined value of the random number value MR3 is “99”, any of the variable category determination table “C-TBL1”, the variable category determination table “C-TBL2”, and the variable category determination table “C-TBL3” Also, the variation category “PA5” is determined.

  Further, when the determined value of the random number value MR3 is a value in the range of “97” to “98”, the variation category “PA4” is determined in any of the variation category determination tables. When the determined value of the random number value MR3 is a value in the range of “89” to “96”, the variation category “PA3” is determined in any of the above-described variation category determination tables. When the determined value of the random number value MR3 is a value in the range of “64” to “69”, the variation category “PA2” is determined in any of the variation category determination tables.

  Accordingly, if the determined value of the random number value MR3 is a certain value (a value in each of the above ranges), it is determined in advance that the reach, the super reach, the super reach α and the super reach β are achieved. It can be easily determined. Therefore, it is possible to notify them before the variable display corresponding to the starting prize, and it is possible to improve interest in the game. In the setting examples of FIGS. 17A to 17C, when the determined value of the random number value MR3 is a value in the range of “0” to “69”, the variation category determination table “C-TBL1”, In any of the fluctuation category determination table “C-TBL2” and the fluctuation category determination table “C-TBL3”, the fluctuation category “PA1” or “PA2” is determined. Thereby, it can be easily determined in advance that the variation does not reach the reach.

  After that, in accordance with the determination result (decision result) of the process of step S412, the setting for transmitting any of the variable category commands to the effect control board 12 is performed (step S413), and the winning random number value is set. The determination processing ends.

  After executing the start winning determination processing in step S101 in FIG. 12, the CPU 103 selects any one of the processing in steps S110 to S117 according to the value of the special figure process flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152. And run.

  The special symbol normal processing of step S110 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “0”. In the special symbol normal process, a process of determining whether or not the variable display result of a special symbol or a decorative symbol is a "big hit" before the variable display result is derived and displayed (predetermination process) is performed. . In the special symbol normal process, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “1” when the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is determined in advance. The special symbol normal processing will be described later.

  The variation pattern setting process in step S111 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “1”. In this variation pattern setting process, a process of determining a variation pattern to one of a plurality of types shown in FIG. 5, a first variation start command (or a second variation start command), a variation pattern designation command, a variable display result notification command For example, a transmission setting process for transmitting such information is included. When the variable pattern setting process is executed and the variable display of the special symbol is started, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2”. The setting of the variation pattern will be described later.

  The special symbol change process in step S112 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “2”. The special symbol change process includes a process for setting a special symbol to be changed in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and an elapsed time after the special symbol starts to change. And the like. For example, every time the special symbol variation process of step S112 is executed, the special figure variation timer value, which is a value stored in the special figure variation timer provided in the game control timer setting unit 153, is decremented by one or added by one. 1 is a first special figure game (a special figure game using the first special figure) by the special symbol display device 4A, or a second special figure game (a special figure game using the second special figure) by the second special symbol display apparatus 4B. Regardless of whether the game is a game, the elapsed time is measured by a common timer. Further, it is also determined whether or not the measured elapsed time has reached the special figure fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern. As described above, the special symbol change process in step S112 may be a process of controlling the change of the special symbol in the first special figure game or the second special figure game by a common processing routine. Then, when the elapsed time from the start of the change of the special symbol reaches the special figure change time, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “3”.

  The special symbol stop processing in step S113 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “3”. In this special symbol stop processing, the change of the special symbol is stopped by the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B, and the fixed special symbol which is the variable display result of the special symbol is stopped (derived). The processing for making the setting for the execution is included. Then, it is determined whether or not the big hit flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152 is turned on. If the big hit flag is turned on, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “4”. Is done. On the other hand, when the big hit flag is off, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”.

  The big hit opening pre-processing of step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”. The big hit opening pre-processing includes, for example, a process of starting a round in the big hit game state and setting a big winning opening to an open state based on the fact that the variable display result is "big hit". include. At this time, for example, the upper limit of the period during which the special winning opening is opened may be set in accordance with whether the jackpot type is “non-probable”, “probable”, or “probable”. As an example, the upper limit of the period during which the special winning opening is opened is set to "29 seconds" in accordance with the jackpot type of "non-probable change" or "probable change", and the maximum number of times the round is executed is set. By setting the number of times of opening of the mouth to “15 times”, the setting of the normal opening big hit state may be performed. On the other hand, the upper limit of the period in which the special winning opening is opened is set to “0.1 seconds” in accordance with the jackpot type of “spot”, and the number of times the special winning opening is opened is the upper limit number of times the round is executed. May be set to "15 times" to set the short-term open jackpot state. At this time, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “5”.

  The big hit opening processing in step S115 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “5”. The processing during the opening of the jackpot is based on a process of measuring the elapsed time from the opening of the jackpot, and on the basis of the measured elapsed time, the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23, and the like. For determining whether or not it is time to return from the open state to the closed state. Then, when returning the special winning opening to the closed state, after performing processing such as stopping the supply of the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door, the value of the special drawing process flag is updated to “6”. .

  The post-big hit release processing in step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "6". The post-big hit opening processing includes a process of determining whether or not the number of rounds in which the special winning opening is opened has reached the maximum winning opening opening number or the maximum winning opening opening number. In this case, a process for setting a big hit end designation command to be transmitted is included. When the number of rounds has not reached the maximum winning opening number, the value of the special process flag is updated to "5". The value of the process flag is updated to “7”.

  The big hit end processing in step S117 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “7”. In the big hit ending process, a waiting time corresponding to a period during which an ending effect as an effect operation for notifying the end of the big hit gaming state is performed by the effect device such as the image display device 5, the speaker 8, the lamp 9, and the like. Process to wait until the end of the big hit game state, various settings to start the probability change control and time saving control, for example, the process to set the probability change flag and time saving flag, clear the big hit flag, etc. It is included. When such a setting is made, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”.

  FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol normal process executed in step S110 of FIG. 12 as the special symbol normal process. In the special symbol normal processing shown in FIG. 18, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the second special figure hold storage number is “0” (step S231). That is, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the second special figure game is suspended. For example, in the process of step S231, the second reserved storage count value stored in the game control counter setting unit 154 may be read, and it may be determined whether the read value is “0”.

  When the second special figure reservation storage number is other than “0” in step S231 (step S231; NO), the reservation stored in the second special figure reservation storage unit 151B corresponding to the reservation number “1”. As the data, the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result and the random number value MR2 for determining the big hit type are read (step S232). The numerical data read out at this time may be stored in, for example, a random number buffer for fluctuation and temporarily stored.

  Subsequent to the process in step S232, the second special figure reserved storage number is updated by, for example, subtracting 1 from the second reserved figure storage count and updating the second special figure reserved storage number. The hold data indicating the random numbers MR1 to MR3 stored in the entries lower than the hold number “1” (for example, the entries corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”) are shifted upward by one entry by the unit 151B. (Step S233). In addition, in the process of step S233, the game control counter setting unit 154 may update the total reserved storage number count value stored in the total reserved storage number counter by one. At this time, the variable special figure designating buffer value, which is the value stored in the variable special figure designating buffer, is updated to "2" (step S234).

  When the second special figure reserved storage number is “0” in step S231 (step S231; YES), it is determined whether the first special figure reserved storage number is “0” (step S235). That is, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the first special figure game is suspended. For example, in the process of step S235, the game control counter setting unit 154 reads the first reserved storage number count value stored in the first reserved storage number counter, and determines whether or not the read value is “0”. I just need.

  As described above, since the process of step S235 is executed when it is determined in step S231 that the second special figure reserved storage number is “0”, the first special figure game and the second special figure game are executed. When the figure game is suspended, the second special figure game is executed with priority over the first special figure game. The second special figure game is not limited to the mode executed prior to the first special figure game, and the game ball enters (passes) a start winning opening (first starting winning opening, second starting winning opening). ), And the special figure game (first special figure game, second special figure game) may be executed in the order in which the start prize (first start prize, second start prize) is generated. In this case, it is only necessary to provide a table for storing data capable of specifying the order in which the start winning prize has occurred, and determine whether to execute the first special figure game or the second special figure game from the stored data.

  When the first special figure reservation storage number is other than “0” in step S235 (step S235; NO), the reservation stored in the first special figure reservation storage unit 151A corresponding to the reservation number “1”. Numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result and the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type are read out as data (step S236). The numerical data read out at this time may be stored in, for example, a random number buffer for fluctuation and temporarily stored.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S236, the first special figure reserved storage number is updated by subtracting 1 from the first reserved figure storage count, and the first special figure reserved storage number is updated by subtracting one. The hold data indicating the random numbers MR1 to MR3 stored in the entries lower than the hold number “1” (for example, the entries corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”) are shifted upward by one entry by the unit 151A. (Step S237). In the process of step S237, the game control counter setting unit 154 may update the total reserved storage number count value stored in the total reserved storage number counter by one. At this time, the variable special figure designation buffer value is updated to "1" (step S238).

  After executing any one of the processes of steps S234 and S238, as a use table for determining whether the special figure display result, which is the variable display result of the special symbol, is "big hit" or "losing", As in the processing of step S402 shown in FIG. 15, the table data for special figure display result determination is selected (step S239). That is, in the process of step S402, the first special figure display result determination table 130A or the second special figure display result determination table 130B is set in the use table according to the starting port buffer value ("1" or "2"). In the process of step S239, if the variable special figure designation buffer value is "1", the first special figure display result determination table 130A is set in the use table, and the variable special figure designation buffer value is "2". In this case, the second special figure display result determination table 130B may be set in the use table. Next, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result stored in the random number buffer for fluctuation is compared with the determined value assigned to each special figure display result of “big hit” or “losing”. Then, it is determined whether the special map display result is "big hit" or "losing" (step S240).

  After the special figure display result is determined in step S240, it is determined whether the special figure display result is "big hit" (step S241). If it is determined that the hit is a "big hit" (step S241; YES), the big hit flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152 is set to an on state (step S242). At this time, the big hit type determination table 131 is selected and set as a use table for determining the big hit type to one of a plurality of types (step S243). By referring to the jackpot type determination table 131 set in this way, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type stored in the random number buffer for fluctuation is converted into “non-probable”, “probable”, and “probable”. According to which of the determined values assigned to each of the jackpot types matches, it is determined which of the multiple jackpot types is to be set (step S244).

  In accordance with the jackpot type determined in this way, for example, by setting a jackpot type buffer value which is a storage value of the jackpot type buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit 155 (step S245), the determined jackpot type Is stored. As an example, if the jackpot type is “non-probable”, the jackpot type buffer value is “0”, if “probable”, it is “1”, and if it is “probable”, it is “2”.

  If it is determined in step S241 that it is not a "big hit" (step S241; NO), or after executing any of the processes in step S245, the result of the determination in advance as to whether or not to control to the big hit gaming state, Sets a fixed special symbol in accordance with the result of the determination of the jackpot type in the case of the jackpot gaming state (step S248).

  After setting the fixed special symbol in step S248, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "1" corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S249), and the special symbol normal process ends. . If the reserved number of special figure games using the first special figure is “0” in step S235 (step S235; YES), a predetermined demonstration display setting is performed (step S250), and then the special symbol is set. The normal processing ends. In this demonstration display setting, for example, an effect control command (customer waiting demonstration designation command) for designating a demonstration display (demonstration screen display) by displaying a predetermined effect image on the image display device 5 is sent from the main board 11 to effect control. It is determined whether the data has been transmitted to the board 12 or not. At this time, if the transmission has been completed, the demo display setting ends. On the other hand, if the transmission has not been performed, the setting for transmitting the customer waiting demonstration designation command is performed, and then the demonstration display setting ends.

  In the variation pattern setting process of step S111, the CPU 103 selects the random number value MR3 for determining the variation category and the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern from among the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 104 and the random counter of the game control counter setting unit 154. The numerical data indicating the random number value MR5 is extracted.

  Note that, as described above, when the determination value of the random number value MR3 corresponding to the same fluctuation category exists in each of the fluctuation category determination tables corresponding to the number of reserved storages, the random number MR3 corresponds to the same fluctuation category. When the random number value MR3 matching the determination value is extracted at the time of winning, when the winning random number value determination processing (step S220) is executed and when the fluctuation pattern setting processing (step S111) is executed, the number of retained storages is reduced. Even if they are greatly different, the same fluctuation category as that in the winning random number determination processing is determined in the fluctuation pattern setting processing. For example, in the above-described specific examples of the variation category determination tables “C-TBL1” to “C-TBL3”, if the random number value MR3 extracted at the time of winning is, for example, “99”, the winning is achieved irrespective of the number of stored memories. The variation category “PA5” is determined in both the time random value determination process and the variation pattern setting process. Further, if the random number value MR3 extracted at the time of winning is in the range of, for example, "97" to "98", the variable category "PA4" is obtained regardless of the number of retained storages in both the random number value determining process at winning and the variation pattern setting process. Is determined. In the process of step S261, it is preferable to determine the fluctuation category using the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation category stored as the pending data, but the CPU 103 newly generates the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation category. The variation category may be determined using the extracted and newly extracted variation category determination random number value MR3.

  Subsequently, the CPU 103 uses the newly extracted random number value MR3 for determining the variation category to determine the variation category, as in step S412. That is, as shown in FIG. 16, based on the special figure display result and the number of storages to be held, a variable category determination table to be used is selected from the plurality of variable category determination tables shown in FIG. The change category is determined based on the table and the random number value MR3 for determining the change category. Subsequently, the CPU 103 selects one of the plurality of variation pattern determination tables stored in the ROM 101, based on the variation category as the determination result, from among the plurality of variation pattern determination tables to be set as the use table. Subsequently, based on the variation pattern determination table set as the usage table and the numerical data indicating the random value MR5 for determining the variation pattern described above, the CPU 103 selects one of the variation patterns from a plurality of types of variation patterns. To determine.

  FIG. 19 is a diagram illustrating a setting example of the determination ratio of the variation pattern. It is assumed that the ROM 101 stores eight types of variation pattern determination tables corresponding to variation categories. FIG. 19A is a setting example of a variation pattern determination ratio by a variation pattern determination table selected when the variation category is “PA1 (shortened / non-reach loss)” among the above eight types. FIG. 19B is a setting example of a variation pattern determination ratio by a variation pattern determination table selected when the variation category is “PA2 (non-reach (loss))” among the above eight types. FIG. 19C is a setting example of a variation pattern determination ratio by a variation pattern determination table selected when the variation category is “PA3 (normal reach (loss))” among the above eight types. Hereinafter, the same applies to FIGS. 19D to 19H.

  As described above, in the main board 11, in the start winning determination processing in step S101, the transmission setting for transmitting the starting opening winning designation command corresponding to the starting opening buffer value to the effect control board 12 is performed ( (Step S219), transmission setting for transmitting a symbol designating command according to the special figure display result determined in Steps S402, S403, S404, S406 and the like is performed (Steps S408 and S409), and determined in Step S412. Transmission setting for transmitting a fluctuation category command according to the fluctuation category is performed (step S413), and transmission setting for transmitting a pending storage number notification command is performed (step S221).

  After these processes are executed, by executing the command control process of step S17 shown in FIG. 11, the game ball passes (enters) the starting winning opening (first starting winning opening, second starting winning opening). When the first start condition and the second start condition are satisfied, the start opening winning designation command (the first starting opening winning designation command or the second starting opening winning designation command), the symbol designation command, the fluctuation category command, and the notification of the number of stored storages are given. The four commands, ie, the command (the first storage number notification command or the second storage number notification command), are collectively transmitted as one set within one timer interrupt.

  Further, in the main board 11, in the special symbol normal process of step S110, a fixed special symbol which is a variable symbol display result of the special symbol by using the random number value MR1 for determining the special symbol display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the like. Is determined, and in the variation pattern setting process in step S111, the variation pattern of the decorative symbol is determined using the random value MR3 for determining the variation category, the random value MR5 for determining the variation pattern, and the like.

Further, in the variation pattern setting process of step S111, a variable display result notification command for designating the determined special symbol determined as described above, a variation pattern designation command for designating the variation pattern of the decorative symbol determined as described above, and the like, Transmission setting for transmitting to the effect control board 12 is performed. After starting these processes, the variable display is started by executing the command control process of step S17 shown in FIG. Are sent together.
The command is not limited to the one transmitted in one timer interrupt, and the commands may be transmitted one by one by the command control process of step S17 for each timer interrupt.

  In other words, at the timing when the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is started, the special symbol display result (variable display result of the special symbol) is set to the "big hit" in the special symbol normal process (step S110), and the state is controlled to the big hit gaming state. It is determined whether or not the display pattern (variation pattern) of the specific variable display of the decorative symbol is determined in the variation pattern setting process (step S111), and the determination is made by each effect control command. The contents are transmitted to the effect control board 12. Prior to this, at the timing when the game ball is detected at the starting winning opening (first starting winning opening, second starting winning opening), the winning random number value determination process (step S220) sets “big hit”. Judgment as to whether or not to be controlled to the big hit game state, judgment of a roughly variable display mode (variable category) of the decorative symbol, and the like are performed, and the content determined by each of the effect control commands is the effect control board 12. Sent to.

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

  In the effect control board 12, when the power supply voltage is supplied from the power supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated and performs the effect control main process as shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the effect control main process shown in FIG. 20 starts, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process (step S71), clears the RAM 122, sets various initial values, and sets the effect control board 12 The register setting of the mounted CTC (counter / timer circuit) is performed. Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the timer interrupt flag is on (step S72). The timer interrupt flag is set to an on state every time a predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds) elapses based on, for example, a register setting of the CTC. At this time, if the timer interrupt flag is off (step S72; NO), the process of step S72 is repeatedly executed to wait.

  Further, on the side of the effect control board 12, an interrupt for receiving an effect control command or the like from the main board 11 is generated separately from the timer interrupt generated every time a predetermined time elapses. This interrupt is, for example, an interrupt generated when the effect control INT signal from the main board 11 is turned on. When an interrupt occurs due to the effect control INT signal being turned on, the effect control CPU 120 automatically sets interrupt inhibition. However, if a CPU that does not automatically enter the interrupt inhibit state is used, an interrupt is generated. It is desirable to issue a prohibition command (DI command). The effect control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to an interrupt caused by the effect control INT signal being turned on. In this command reception interrupt processing, a control to be a production control command or the like is performed from a predetermined input port that receives a control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15 among input ports included in the I / O 125. Capture the signal.

  The effect control command captured at this time is stored in an effect control command receiving buffer provided in the effect control buffer setting unit 194, for example. As an example, when the effect control command has a 2-byte configuration, the first byte (MODE) and the second byte (EXT) are sequentially received and stored in the effect control command receiving buffer. After that, the effect control CPU 120 sets the interruption permission, and then ends the command reception interruption processing.

  If the timer interrupt flag is on in step S72 (step S72; YES), the timer interrupt flag is cleared and turned off (step S73), and a command analysis process is executed (step S74). In the command analysis processing executed in step S74, for example, after reading out various effect control commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 and stored in the effect control command receiving buffer, the reading is performed. Settings and controls corresponding to the issued effect control commands are performed.

  After executing the command analysis processing in step S74, an effect control process processing is executed (step S75). In the effect control process process of step S75, various effect devices such as an effect image display operation in the display area of the image display device 5, a sound output operation from the speaker 8, a light emitting operation of the lamp 9, and a driving operation in the effect model. The determination, determination, setting, and the like according to the effect control command transmitted from the main board 11 are performed on the control contents of the effect operation using the control.

  Following the effect control process of step S75, an effect random number update process is executed (step S76), and the effect random number counted by the random counter of the effect control counter setting unit 193 as various random numbers used for effect control. Is updated by software. After that, the process returns to step S72.

  FIG. 21 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the processing executed in step S74 of FIG. 20 as the command analysis processing. In the command analysis processing shown in FIG. 21, first, the effect control CPU 120 checks the storage content of the effect control command receiving buffer to determine whether the received command transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15 is received. It is determined whether or not there is (step S501). At this time, if there is no received command (step S501; NO), the command analysis processing ends.

  If there is a received command in step S501 (step S501; YES), it is determined whether or not the received command is the first starting port winning designation command, for example, by checking MODE data of the received command. (Step S502). Then, when the command is the first start-up opening prize designation command (step S502; YES), the first hold storage number notification waiting time is set (step S503). For example, in the process of step S503, a timer initial value that is predetermined in accordance with the reception waiting time of the first pending storage number notification command is set in the command reception control timer provided in the effect control timer setting unit 192. Just fine.

  If the received command is not the first starting opening winning designation command in step S502 (step S502; NO), it is determined whether or not the receiving command is the second starting opening winning designation command (step S504). If the command is the second starting port winning designation command (step S504; YES), the second waiting storage number notification waiting time is set (step S505). For example, in the process of step S505, a timer initial value that is set in advance corresponding to the reception waiting time of the second hold number notification command may be set in the command reception control timer.

  If the received command is not the second starting opening winning designation command in step S504 (step S504; NO), it is determined whether the received command is a symbol designation command (step S506). If the received command is not a symbol designating command in step S506 (step S506; NO), it is determined whether the received command is a variable category command (step S507). If the received command is not a variable category command in step S507 (step S507; NO), it is determined whether or not the received command is a first pending storage number notification command (step S508). If the command is the first pending storage count notification command (step S508; YES), the first pending storage count notification waiting time is cleared by, for example, initializing the timekeeping operation by the command reception control timer (step S509). .

  If the received command is not the first pending storage number notification command in step S508 (step S508; NO), it is determined whether the received command is the second pending storage number notification command (step S510). If the command is the second pending storage count notification command (step S510; YES), the second pending storage count notification waiting time is cleared by, for example, initializing the timekeeping operation by the command reception control timer (step S511). .

  If the received command is a symbol designation command in step S506 (step S506; YES), if the received command is a variable category command in step S507 (step S507; YES), or steps S503, S505, S509, and S511 After executing any of the processes in step S503, if the first pending storage count notification waiting time is set in the process of step S503 for the received command received immediately before the received command, the received command is After storing it at the head of the free area in the 1st start winning reception buffer 194A (step S512), the process returns to step S501.

  If the received command is a symbol designation command in step S506 (step S506; YES), if the received command is a variable category command in step S507 (step S507; YES), or steps S503, S505, and S509 , After executing any of the processes of S511, if the second hold storage count notification waiting time is set in the process of step S503 for the received command received immediately before the received command, Is stored at the beginning of the free area in the second start winning reception command buffer 194B (step S512), and the process returns to step S501.

  Note that when the first storage start number notification command is received together with the first change start command, the hold start number notification command may not be stored in the first start winning reception command buffer 194A. That is, it is only necessary that the effect control command received in response to the occurrence of the start winning prize can be sequentially stored from the head of the free area in the first start winning prize receiving command buffer 194A.

  Further, when the second change start command and the second hold number notification command are received, the hold number notification command may not be stored in the second start winning reception command buffer 194B. That is, it is only necessary that the effect control command received in response to the occurrence of the start winning prize can be sequentially stored from the head of the free area in the second start winning prize reception command buffer 194B.

  If the received command is not the second reserved storage number notification command in step S510 (step S510; NO), the setting according to other received commands is performed (step S513), and the process returns to step S501. For example, if the received command is a game state designation command, the game state designation command is analyzed to identify the current game state. Further, for example, when the received command is a hit end designation command, the hit end designation command is analyzed to specify whether or not it is time saving.

  Starting opening winning designation command (first starting opening winning designation command or second starting opening winning designation command), symbol designation command, variable category command, reserved storage number notification command (first reserved storage number notification command, second reserved storage number) An effect control command received from the main board 11 when a start winning is generated, as in the case of a notification command, is also referred to as a command at the time of starting winning. Further, the first reserved storage number notification command, the second reserved storage number notification command, the first start opening winning designation command, and the second startup opening winning designation command are also referred to as reserved storage information. The symbol designation command and the fluctuation category command are also referred to as determination result information.

  When the received commands are sequentially stored from the head of the empty area in the first start winning received command buffer 194A, it is determined whether the received command is a symbol designating command, a variable category command, or a first pending storage number notification command. The received command may be stored without being distinguished, or each received command may be distinguished and stored at the head of a free area in the corresponding storage area.

  When sequentially storing the received commands from the head of the empty area in the second start winning reception command buffer 194B, it is determined whether the received command is a symbol designation command, a variable category command, or a second reserved storage number notification command. The received command may be stored without being distinguished, or each received command may be distinguished and stored at the head of a free area in the corresponding storage area.

  FIG. 22 is a flowchart illustrating an example of processing performed in step S75 of FIG. 20 as the effect control process processing. In the effect control process process shown in FIG. 22, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a winning effect effect determination process (step S150). FIG. 23 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in step S150 of FIG. 22 as a winning effect determination process.

  In the winning effect determination processing (step S150) shown in FIG. 23, the effect controlling CPU 120 first checks the contents stored in the first start winning time receiving command buffer 194A (step S151), and as a new received command, It is determined whether or not the 1 start opening winning designation command has been received (step S152). If it is determined in step S152 that the first start opening winning designation command has not been received (step S152; NO), the effect control CPU 120 checks the contents stored in the second start winning reception command buffer 194B ( In step S161, it is determined whether or not a second start-up opening winning designation command has been received as a new reception command (step S162). If it is determined in step S162 that the second starting opening winning designation command has not been received (step S162; NO), the effect control CPU 120 ends the winning effect effect determination process.

  If it is determined in step S152 that the first start opening winning designation command has been received (step S152; YES), effect control CPU 120 checks first prefetch notice buffer 194C (step S153), It is determined whether or not the effect execution flag is set in the prefetch notice buffer 194C (step S154).

  When it is determined that the effect execution flag is not set in the first prefetch notice buffer 194C (step S154; NO), the effect control CPU 120 performs a specific effect execution determination process for the first hold display and the active display (step S154). Step S155). In the specific effect execution determination process, the effect control CPU 120 determines the final display mode of the first hold display or the final display mode of the active display, and the process of determining whether to perform the specific effect on the first hold display or the active display. In the case of executing a specific effect, a process of determining an effect mode of the specific effect, a timing of changing a display mode of the first hold display or a display mode of the active display to a final display mode, and a first hold at the timing A process for determining a change pattern including a display mode of the display and a display mode of the active display, a process of setting an effect execution flag, a process of setting and updating the value of an effect counter, and the like are performed. Details will be described later.

  Then, in the specific effect execution determination process (step S155), the effect control CPU 120 determines the determined content related to the specific effect such as the display mode of the first hold display, the display mode of the active display, and the change pattern in the first first place. It is stored in the read notice buffer 194C (step S157).

  On the other hand, when it is determined in step S162 that the second starting opening winning designation command has been received (step S162; YES), effect control CPU 120 checks second prefetch notice buffer 194D (step S163). It is determined whether or not the effect execution flag is set in the second prefetch notice buffer 194D (step S164).

  When it is determined that the effect execution flag is not set in the second prefetch notice buffer 194D (step S164; NO), the effect control CPU 120 performs a specific effect execution determination process for the second suspension display and the active display (step S164). Step S165). In the specific effect execution determination process, the effect control CPU 120 determines the final display mode of the second hold display or the final display mode of the active display, and the process of determining whether to perform the specific effect for the second hold display or the active display. In the case of executing a specific effect, a process of determining an effect mode of a specific effect, a timing of changing a display mode of a third hold display or a display mode of an active display to a final display mode, and a second hold at the timing A process for determining a change pattern including a display mode of the display and a display mode of the active display, a process of setting an effect execution flag, a process of setting and updating the value of an effect counter, and the like are performed. Details will be described later.

  Then, in the specific effect execution determination process (step S165), the effect control CPU 120 determines the determined content related to the specific effect such as the display mode of the second hold display, the display mode of the active display, and the change pattern in the second first place. It is stored in the read advance notice buffer 194D (step S167).

  After executing the processing of step S157 or the processing of step S167, or when it is determined in step S154 that the effect execution flag is set (step S154; YES), or in step S164, the effect execution flag is set. If it is determined that there is (Step S164; YES), effect control CPU 120 executes a suspension addition process (Step S168).

  Specifically, the effect control CPU 120 displays the content of the determination of the specific effect (first hold change effect) for the first hold display with reference to the first look-ahead notice buffer 194C when the first hold display is added. (Display mode at the time of addition stored in association with the buffer number of the first prefetch notice buffer 194C corresponding to the buffer number of the first start winning in the first start winning reception buffer 194A) or the change pattern. Then, a new first hold display is added to the first start winning storage display area 5HL.

  Further, the effect control CPU 120 determines the content of the determination of the specific effect (the second effect on the display of the second hold) for the second on-hold display with reference to the second look-ahead notice buffer 194D when the second on-hold display is added (the second display). Based on the change pattern or the additional display mode stored in association with the buffer number of the second prefetch notice buffer 194D corresponding to the buffer number of the second start prize in the 2nd start prize reception command buffer 194B. A new second hold display is added to the 2 start winning storage display area 5HR.

  More specifically, the effect control CPU 120 causes the first suspension display to be displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL in a display mode stored in association with the buffer number of the first prefetch notice buffer 194C described above. By setting the control pattern as a use pattern and transmitting the display control command specified by the display control data included in the set effect control pattern to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123, the first suspension display is performed. Is added to the first start winning storage display area 5HL. Then, the winning effect determination processing is ended.

  Further, the effect control CPU 120 displays the effect control pattern for displaying the second hold display in the second start winning storage display area 5HR in the display mode stored in association with the buffer number of the second prefetch notice buffer 194D described above. The display mode of the second hold display is set by, for example, transmitting the display control command specified by the display control data included in the set effect control pattern to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123 while setting it as the use pattern. Is added to the second start winning storage display area 5HR. Then, the winning effect determination processing is ended.

FIG. 24 is a flowchart illustrating an example of processing executed in steps S155 and S165 in FIG. 23 as the specific effect execution determination processing for the first hold display, the second hold display, and the active display.
In the specific effect execution determination process, first, effect control CPU 120 determines any one of the final display mode of the first hold display, the final display mode of the second hold display, and the final display mode of the active display as a variable category and a final display mode. The determination is made based on the mode determination table and the random number value MR6 for determining the final display mode (step S701).

Specifically, in the case of the processing executed in step S155, effect control CPU 120 corresponds to the final display mode of the first hold display or the first hold display in first start winning storage display area 5HL. The final display mode in the active display area of the active display is determined based on the final display mode determination table and the random number value MR6 for final display mode determination.
In addition, in the case of the processing executed in step S165, the effect control CPU 120 sets the final display mode of the second hold display in the second start winning storage storage display area 5HR or the active display corresponding to the second hold display. The final display mode in the active display area is determined based on the final display mode determination table and the final display mode determination random number value MR6.

FIG. 25 is a diagram illustrating an example of a setting example of the determination ratio based on the final display mode determination table.
A numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value MR6 (not shown) for determining the final display mode of any of the first hold display, the second hold display, and the active display is assigned to the final display mode determination table. ing.

  This setting example is a setting example of the determination ratio of the final display mode finally displayed in any of the first hold display, the second hold display, and the active display. It is assumed that the ROM 121 stores seven types of pending display mode determination tables corresponding to the variation categories as the pending display mode determination table that is referred to when executing the first pending display effect. FIG. 25A shows the final display mode selected when the variation category is “PA1 (shortened / non-reach loss)” or the variation category “PA2 (non-reach (loss)”) among the above seven types. It is a setting example of the final display mode determination ratio in any of the first hold display, the second hold display, and the active display by the determination table. FIG. 25B shows the first hold display, the second hold display, and the active display based on the final display mode determination table selected when the change category is “PA3 (normal reach (loss))” among the above seven types. 9 is a setting example of a final display mode determination ratio in any one of the above. FIG. 25C shows the first hold display, the second hold display, and the final display mode determination table selected when the change category is “PA4 (super reach α (loss))” among the above seven types. It is a setting example of the determination ratio of the final display mode in any of the active displays. Hereinafter, the same applies to FIGS. 25 (D) to 25 (G).

  According to FIG. 25, the fluctuation category PA4 (super reach α (loss)), the fluctuation category PA5 (super reach β (loss)), the fluctuation category PB4 (super reach α (big hit)), the fluctuation category PB5 (super reach β ( ), The fluctuation category PA1 (shortened / non-reach loss), the fluctuation category PA2 (non-reach (loss)), the fluctuation category PA3 (normal reach (loss)), and the fluctuation category PB3 (normal reach (big hit)) A higher-order color such as red or yellow (an advantageous state, for example, a display mode having a high expectation of a big hit) is more likely to be determined as the final display mode. In other words, a display mode that is more likely to be controlled to be in an advantageous state when the reach category is the hot reach variation category than when the reach mode is not hot is easily determined as the final display mode.

  Further, when a big hit occurs (for example, the fluctuation category PB5 (super reach β (big hit))), a higher rank such as red or yellow than when a loss occurs (for example, the fluctuation category PA5 (super reach β (loss))). (A display mode that is highly expected to be controlled to an advantageous state) is easily determined as a final display mode.

  As described above, since the final display mode can be determined according to the variation category, the interest of the player can be improved.

Returning to FIG. 24, effect control CPU 120 determines whether the final display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display determined based on the fluctuation category, the final display mode determination table, and random number value MR6 for final display mode determination. Then, it is determined whether or not the final display mode or the final display mode of the active display is the default display mode (display mode of initial color white) (step S702).
When it is determined that the final display mode is not white (step S702; NO), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not to execute the specific effect by using the specific effect execution determination table and the random number value MR7 for determining whether to execute the specific effect. And the number of pending storages (step S703).

FIG. 26 is a diagram illustrating a setting example of a determination ratio according to the specific effect execution presence / absence determination table.
In the specific effect execution presence / absence determination table, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value MR7 (not shown) for determining the specific effect execution presence / absence is allocated according to the number of storages on hold.
In the setting example of the determination ratio by the specific effect execution presence / absence determination table, the specific effect execution presence / absence is determined at the determined ratio as shown in FIG. A random number value MR7 for determination is assigned.
Here, "executed" means any of a plurality of types of specific effects, for example, a first hold display change effect, a second hold display change effect, a notification effect execution active display change effect, and a notification effect execution non-active display. A change effect or the like is executed, and “no execution” indicates that none of a plurality of types of specific effects is executed.

  For example, in the specific effect execution presence / absence determination table, when the number of retained memories is one, a numerical value that is compared with the random number value MR7 so that the specific effect is determined to be “executed” at a determination ratio of 5% is assigned. When the number of pending storages is two, a numerical value that is compared with the random number value MR7 so that the specific effect is determined to be “executed” at a determination ratio of 10% is assigned, and the number of pending storages is If the number is three, a numerical value to be compared with the random number value MR7 is assigned so that the specific effect is determined to be “executed” at a determination rate of 25%, and if the number of reserved storages is four, 60 A numerical value to be compared with the random value MR7 is assigned so that the specific effect is determined to be "executed" at the determined ratio of%.

  Further, for example, when the number of stored memories is one, the held effect execution presence / absence determination table indicates that the numerical value to be compared with the random number value MR7 so that the specific effect is determined to be “no execution” at a determination ratio of 95%. In the case where the number has been assigned and the number of pending storages is two, a numerical value that is compared with the random number value MR7 so that the specific effect is determined to be “no execution” at a determination ratio of 90% is allocated. When the number is three, a numerical value to be compared with the random number value MR7 is assigned so that the specific effect is determined to be “no execution” at a determination ratio of 75%, and when the number of reserved storages is four, A numerical value that is compared with the random number value MR7 is assigned so that the pending effect is determined to be “no execution” at a determination ratio of 40%.

According to FIG. 26, the specific effect is more easily executed when the number of reserved storages is equal to or more than a predetermined number (for example, 2) than when the number of reserved storages is less than a predetermined number (for example, less than 2 or 1). When the number is less than the predetermined number, the determination ratio is set so as to be difficult to execute. In other words, when the number of reserved memories is one or more, the specific effect is more easily executed than when the number of reserved memories is 0, and when the number of reserved memories is two or more, the specific effect is more effective than when the number of reserved memories is one. The determination ratio is set so that the effect is easily executed, and when the number of reserved storages is three or more, the specific effect is more easily executed than when the number of reserved storages is one or two.
Thereby, when the number of reserved storages is equal to or more than the predetermined number, the ratio of executing the specific effect is higher than when the number of reserved storages is less than the predetermined number, so that the interest of the player can be improved.

  Returning to FIG. 24, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the specific effect determined in step S703 based on the specific effect execution presence / absence determination table, the random number value MR7 for the specific effect execution presence / absence determination, and the number of retained memories is executed. It is determined whether or not it is (step S704). When it is determined that the specific effect is executed (step S704; YES), the effect control CPU 120 determines the effect condition of the specific effect as the effect condition determination table of the specific effect (specific effect condition determination table) and the specific effect condition determination. (Step S705).

FIG. 27 is a diagram illustrating a setting example of the determination ratio by the specific effect mode determination table.
In the specific effect mode determination table, the numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value MR8 (not shown) for determining the specific effect mode includes an active display change effect and a hold display change effect (first hold display change effect, second Hold display change effect) and the final display mode of any of the final display mode of the first hold display, the final display mode of the second hold display, or the final display mode of the active display determined in step S701. Numerical values to be compared with the random number value MR8 for determining a specific effect mode are assigned in a determined ratio as shown.
As described above, the active display change effect includes an active display change effect with the notification effect execution and an active display change effect without the notification effect execution as described above.

  For example, when the final display mode is red, the specific effect mode determination table determines that the effect mode of the specific effect is the active display change effect at a determination ratio of 60%, and that the notification effect is executed. A numerical value to be compared with the random number value MR8 is assigned. The random number value MR8 and the random number value MR8 are determined so that at a determined ratio of 30%, the effect mode of the specific effect is determined to be the active display change effect, and it is determined that the notification effect is not executed. A numerical value to be compared is assigned, and a numerical value to be compared with the random number value MR8 is assigned so that the effect mode of the specific effect is determined to be a pending display change effect at a determination ratio of 10%.

  Also, for example, when the final display mode is yellow, the specific effect mode determination table determines that the effect mode of the specific effect is active display at a determination ratio of 0%, and that the notification effect execution is performed. A numerical value to be compared with the random number value MR8 is assigned, and at a determination ratio of 70%, the effect mode of the specific effect is determined to be the active display change effect, and is compared with the random value MR8 so that it is determined that the notification effect is not executed. And a numerical value that is compared with the random number value MR8 so that the effect mode of the specific effect is determined to be the pending display change effect at a determination ratio of 30%.

  Also, for example, when the final display mode is blue, the specific effect mode determination table determines that the effect mode of the specific effect is active display at the determination ratio of 0%, and determines that the notification effect is executed. A numerical value to be compared with the random number value MR8 is assigned. At a determination ratio of 0%, the effect form of the specific effect is determined to be the active display change effect, and is compared with the random number value MR8 so as to determine that the notification effect is not executed. And a numerical value to be compared with the random number value MR8 so that the effect form of the specific effect is determined to be the pending display change effect at a determination ratio of 100%.

  According to FIG. 27, when the final display mode is “red”, the specific display mode is determined to be the active display change effect rather than the hold display change effect (first hold display change effect, second hold display change effect). A numerical value to be compared with the random number value MR8 is assigned so as to be easily performed. Further, when the final display mode is `` red '', the active display change effect with the execution of the notification effect is more easily determined than the active display change effect without the execution of the notification effect as the effect mode of the specific effect, A numerical value to be compared with the random value MR8 is assigned.

  According to FIG. 27, when the final display mode is “yellow”, the active display change effect is more specific than the hold display change effect (first hold display change effect, second hold display change effect) as the effect mode of the specific effect. Is assigned a numerical value to be compared with the random number value MR8 so as to be easily determined. Further, when the final display mode is `` yellow '', the active display change effect that does not involve the execution of the notification effect is more easily determined than the active display change effect that involves the execution of the notification effect as the effect mode of the specific effect, A numerical value to be compared with the random number value MR8 is assigned.

  According to FIG. 27, when the final display mode is “blue”, the display mode of the specific display is a hold display change effect (first hold display change effect, second hold display change effect) rather than the active display change effect. Is assigned a numerical value to be compared with the random number value MR8 so as to be easily determined.

  In other words, according to FIG. 27, the higher the degree of expectation that the final display mode is controlled to be in an advantageous state, the easier it is to determine the active display change effect than the hold display change effect, and the execution of the notification effect is performed. A numerical value to be compared with the random number value MR8 is assigned so that the active display change effect involving the execution of the notification effect is more easily determined than the active display change effect without accompanying.

  Thus, the display mode does not change at the stage of the first hold display displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL and the second hold display displayed in the second start win storage display area 5HR. Also, the player can keep the expectation. Further, since it is possible to pay attention to which one of the plurality of types of the effect mode of the specific effect is executed, the interest of the player can be improved. Further, when a hot effect (for example, active display change effect (notification effect execution)) is executed, the rate of change to the hot display mode (for example, the highest color, red) as the display mode of the active display increases. As a result, the production effect can be improved.

When the display mode changes to a display mode other than the “red” display mode, an active display change effect accompanied by the execution of the notification effect may be executed. For example, when the display mode changes to the “red” display mode or the “yellow” display mode, an active display change effect accompanied by the execution of the notification effect may be executed. That is, when the final display mode is equal to or higher than the predetermined degree of expectation, an active display change effect accompanied by the execution of the notification effect may be executed.
Thereby, when the active display change effect accompanied by the execution of the notification effect is executed, the display mode is changed to the display mode that is equal to or more than the predetermined expected value, so that the interest of the player can be improved.

Returning to FIG. 24, effect control CPU 120 determines the final display mode of the active display or the final display mode of the hold display (first hold display, second hold display) based on the effect mode of the specific effect determined in step S705. Are determined, and a change pattern including a display mode at each of the plurality of timings is determined (step S706).
Specifically, in the case of the active display change effect, the effect control CPU 120 determines the change pattern determination table for the active display change effect, the random number value MR9 (not shown) for determining the active display change pattern, the number of storages held, and the final display. Based on the aspect, the change pattern of the active display change effect is determined. Further, in the case of the hold display change effect, the effect control CPU 120 determines the change pattern determination table for the hold display change effect, the random number value MR10 (not shown) for determining the hold display change effect change pattern, the number of hold storage, and the final display mode. Based on the above, the change pattern of the hold display change effect is determined.

FIG. 28 is a diagram illustrating a selection example of a determination ratio based on the active display change pattern determination table.
It should be noted that the ROM 121 stores four types of active display change pattern determination tables according to the number of retained storages as active display change pattern determination tables that are referred to when executing an active display change effect as a specific effect. I do.

  FIG. 28A is a setting example of a determination ratio based on a change pattern determination table for each final display mode of active display that is referred to when the number of retained storages is one. FIG. 28B is a setting example of a determination ratio based on a change pattern determination table for each final display mode of active display that is referred to when the number of reserved storages is two. FIG. 28C is a setting example of a determination ratio based on a change pattern determination table for each final display mode of the active display that is referred to when the number of pending storages is three. FIG. 28D is a setting example of a determination ratio based on a change pattern determination table for each final display mode of the active display referred to when the number of reserved storages is four.

  In the change pattern APA1-1 in FIG. 28A, when the final display mode of the active display is “red”, the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display at the time of winning is “white”. It is displayed in a display manner in the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR, and the next variation, that is, "white" is displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR. In the variable display corresponding to the first hold display or the second hold display (variable display when the active display corresponding to the hold display is displayed in the active display area), the active display is finally displayed. It is a change pattern displayed in the display mode of the mode “red”. In the illustrated example, if the last display mode of the active display is the display mode of “red” when the number of storages to be held is one, the change pattern APA1-1 is determined at a determination ratio of 100%.

  In the change pattern APY1-2 in FIG. 28A, when the final display mode of the active display is “yellow”, the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is changed to “white” when winning. It is displayed in the display mode in the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR, and the next variation, that is, "white" is displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR. In the variable display corresponding to the first hold display or the second hold display (variable display when the active display corresponding to the hold display is displayed in the active display area), the active display is finally displayed. It is a change pattern displayed by a display mode of a mode "yellow". In the illustrated example, if the final display mode of the active display is “yellow” when the number of the pending storages is 1, the change pattern APY1-2 is determined at a 100% determination rate.

  In the change pattern APA2-1 in FIG. 28B, when the final display mode of the active display is “red”, the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is changed to “white” when winning. The first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR is displayed in the display mode, and the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display mode is changed to "white" even after shifting by the next change. In the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR, and the next variation, that is, in the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR. The variable display corresponding to the first hold display or the second hold display displayed in the display mode of “white” (the active display area as the active display corresponding to the hold display) On the variable display) when displayed, a change pattern to display the active display in a display mode of the final display mode "red". In the illustrated example, if the final display mode of the active display is the display mode of “red” when the number of reserved storages is two, the change pattern APA2-1 is determined at a 100% determination rate.

  In the change pattern APY2-2 in FIG. 28B, when the final display mode of the active display is “yellow”, the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display at the time of winning is “white”. The first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR is displayed in the display mode, and the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display mode is changed to "white" even after shifting by the next change. In the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR, and the next variation, that is, in the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR. The variable display corresponding to the first hold display or the second hold display displayed in the display mode of “white” (the active display area as the active display corresponding to the hold display) On the variable display) when displayed, a change pattern to display the active display in a display mode of the final display mode "yellow". In the illustrated example, if the final display mode of the active display is the display mode of “yellow” when the number of reserved storages is 2, the change pattern APY2-2 is determined at a 100% determination ratio.

  In the change pattern APA3-1 in FIG. 28C, when the final display mode of the active display is “red”, the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display at the time of winning is “white”. The display mode is displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR in a display mode. In the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR, and the first hold display mode or the second hold display mode even after being shifted by the next fluctuation. Is displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR in a display mode of "white", and the next order fluctuation, that is, the first start winning storage display area 5HL. Alternatively, the variable display corresponding to the first hold display or the second hold display displayed in the “white” display mode in the second start winning storage display area 5HR (displayed in the active display area as an active display corresponding to the hold display) This is a change pattern in which the active display is displayed in the final display mode “red”. In the illustrated example, if the last display mode of the active display is the display mode of “red” when the number of storages to be held is three, the change pattern APA3-1 is determined at a determination ratio of 100%.

  In the change pattern APY3-2 in FIG. 28C, when the final display mode of the active display is “yellow”, the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display at the time of winning is “white”. The display mode is displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR in a display mode. In the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR, and the first hold display mode or the second hold display mode even after being shifted by the next fluctuation. Is displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR in a display mode of "white", and the next order fluctuation, that is, the first start winning storage display area 5HL. Alternatively, the variable display corresponding to the first hold display or the second hold display displayed in the “white” display mode in the second start winning storage display area 5HR (displayed in the active display area as an active display corresponding to the hold display) This is a change pattern in which the active display is displayed in the final display mode “yellow”. In the illustrated example, if the final display mode of the active display is the display mode of “yellow” when the number of storages to be held is three, the change pattern APY3-2 is determined at a determination ratio of 100%.

  In the change pattern APA4-1 in FIG. 28D, when the final display mode of the active display is "red", the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is changed to "white" at the time of winning. The first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR is displayed in a display mode, and the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display mode is changed to "white" even after shifting by the next change. In the first start prize storage display area 5HL or the second start prize storage display area 5HR, and the first hold display mode or the second hold display mode even after being shifted by the next fluctuation. Is displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR in a "white" display mode. Displays the display form of the second hold display in the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR in a display mode of "white", and the next successive fluctuation, that is, the first start winning storage. The variable display corresponding to the first hold display or the second hold display which has been displayed in the display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR in the "white" display mode (the active display area as the active display corresponding to the hold display) Is a change pattern in which the active display is displayed in the final display mode “red”. In the illustrated example, if the final display mode of the active display is the display mode of “red” when the number of reserved storages is 4, the change pattern APA4-1 is determined at a determination ratio of 100%.

  In the change pattern APY4-2 in FIG. 28D, when the final display mode of the active display is “yellow”, the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display at the time of winning is “white”. The first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR is displayed in the display mode, and the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display mode is changed to "white" even after shifting by the next change. In the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR, and the first hold display mode or the second hold display mode even after being shifted by the next fluctuation. Is displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR in the "white" display mode, and the first hold display mode is displayed even after being shifted by the next and next fluctuations. Displays the display mode of the second hold display in the first start prize storage display area 5HL or the second start prize storage display area 5HR in a display mode of "white", and displays the next next successive fluctuation, that is, the first start prize storage. The variable display corresponding to the first hold display or the second hold display that has been displayed in the display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR in the “white” display mode (the active display area as the active display corresponding to the hold display) Is a change pattern in which the active display is displayed in the final display mode “yellow”. In the example shown, if the final display mode of the active display is the display mode of “yellow” when the number of reserved storages is 4, the change pattern APY4-2 is determined at a 100% determination ratio.

  In the example shown in FIGS. 28A to 28D, an example is shown in which the change pattern is definitely determined according to the number of storages to be held and the final display mode of the active display. In the active display change pattern determination table, a plurality of change patterns are provided according to the final display mode, and a numerical value (determined value) to be compared with a random number value MR9 (not shown) for determining an active display change pattern is provided for each of the change patterns. The active display change pattern may be determined based on the set active display change pattern determination table, the random number value MR9 for determining the active display change pattern, and the number of retained storages.

FIG. 29 is a diagram illustrating an example of selection of the determination ratio using the hold display change pattern determination table.
It should be noted that the ROM 121 stores four types of active display change pattern determination tables corresponding to the number of storages to be held as the hold display change pattern determination tables that are referred to when executing the hold display change effect as the specific effect. I do.

  FIG. 29A is a setting example of a determination ratio based on a change pattern determination table for each final display mode of the hold display referred to when the number of hold storages is one. FIG. 29B is a setting example of a determination ratio based on a change pattern determination table for each final display mode of the hold display referred to when the number of hold storages is two. FIG. 28C is a setting example of a determination ratio based on a change pattern determination table for each final display mode of the hold display referred to when the number of hold storages is three. FIG. 28D is a setting example of a change ratio determined by a change pattern determination table for each final display mode of the hold display which is referred to when the number of hold storages is four.

  In the change pattern HPA1-1 in FIG. 29A, when the final display mode of the hold display is “red”, the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display is “red” when winning. This is a change pattern displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR in a display manner. In the illustrated example, if the last display mode of the hold display is “red” when the number of hold storages is one, the change pattern HPA1-1 is determined at a determination ratio of 100%.

  In the change pattern HPY1-2 in FIG. 29A, when the final display mode of the hold display is “yellow”, the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display is “yellow” when winning. This is a change pattern displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR in a display manner. In the example shown in the figure, if the last display mode of the hold display is “yellow” when the number of hold storages is one, the change pattern HPY1-2 is determined at a 100% determination ratio.

  In the change pattern HPB1-3 of FIG. 29A, when the final display mode of the hold display is "blue", the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display is "blue" at the time of winning. This is a change pattern displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR in a display manner. In the example shown in the figure, if the last display mode of the hold display is “blue” when the number of hold storages is one, the change pattern HPB1-3 is determined at a determination ratio of 100%.

  Note that, in the example shown in FIG. 29A, an example is shown in which the change pattern is definitely determined according to the number of storages to be held and the final display mode of the hold display. , A plurality of change patterns are provided in accordance with the final display mode, and for each of the change patterns, a suspended display change in which a numerical value (determined value) to be compared with a random number value MR10 (not shown) for determining a suspended display change pattern is set. The suspended display change pattern may be determined based on the pattern determination table, the random number value MR10 for determining the suspended display change pattern, and the number of retained memories.

  In the change pattern HPA2-1 of FIG. 29B, when the final display mode of the hold display is “red”, the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display is “red” when winning. The first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR is displayed in a display mode, and the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is changed to "red" even after the shift by the next change. In the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR.

  In the change pattern HPA2-2 in FIG. 29B, when the final display mode of the hold display is “red”, the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display is “white” when winning. The first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR is displayed in the display mode, and the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is set to "white" when shifting by the next change. Is changed to the display mode of “red” from the display mode of “1”, the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display is changed to the display mode of “red” in the first start winning prize storage display area 5HL or the second display mode. This is a change pattern displayed in the start winning storage display area 5HR.

  In the change pattern HPY2-3 in FIG. 29B, when the final display mode of the hold display is “yellow”, the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is changed to “yellow” when winning. The display mode is displayed in the first start prize storage display area 5HL or the second start prize storage display area 5HR in a display mode, and the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is changed to "yellow" even after shifting by the next change. In the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR.

  In the change pattern HPY2-4 in FIG. 29B, when the final display mode of the hold display is “yellow”, the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display is “white” when winning. The first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR is displayed in the display mode, and the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is set to "white" when shifting by the next change. Is changed from the display mode to the yellow display mode, the first hold display mode or the second hold display mode is changed to the "yellow" display mode in the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second hold display mode. This is a change pattern displayed in the start winning storage display area 5HR.

  In the change pattern HPB2-5 of FIG. 29B, when the final display mode of the hold display is “blue”, the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is changed to “blue” when winning. The display mode is displayed in the first start prize storage display area 5HL or the second start prize storage display area 5HR in the display mode, and the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is changed to "blue" even after shifting by the next change. In the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR.

  In the change pattern HPB2-6 of FIG. 29B, when the final display mode of the hold display is “blue”, the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display is “white” when winning. The first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR is displayed in the display mode, and the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is set to "white" when shifting by the next change. Is changed to the display mode of “blue” from the display mode of “1”, the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display is changed to the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second display mode of “blue”. This is a change pattern displayed in the start winning storage display area 5HR.

  In the change pattern HPA3-1 in FIG. 29C, when the final display mode of the hold display is "red", the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display is "red" at the time of winning. The first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR is displayed in a display mode, and the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is changed to "red" even after the shift by the next change. In the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR, and the first hold display mode or the second hold display mode even after being shifted by the next fluctuation. Is a change pattern displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR in a "red" display mode.

  In the change pattern HPA3-2 in FIG. 29C, when the final display mode of the hold display is “red”, the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display is “white” when winning. The first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR is displayed in the display mode, and the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is set to "white" when shifting by the next change. Is changed to the display mode of “red” from the display mode of “1”, the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display is changed to the display mode of “red” in the first start winning prize storage display area 5HL or the second display mode. The first start winning storage display area is displayed in the start winning storage display area 5HR, and the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is displayed in a "red" display mode even after being shifted by the next fluctuation. A change pattern to be displayed in HL or second start winning storage display area 5HR.

  In the change pattern HPA3-3 in FIG. 29C, when the final display mode of the hold display is “red”, the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display is “white” when winning. The first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR is displayed in the display mode, and the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display mode is changed to "white" even after shifting by the next change. In the first start prize storage display area 5HL or the second start prize storage display area 5HR in the display mode, and the first hold display mode or the second hold display mode when shifting by the next fluctuation. By changing the display mode of “white” to the display mode of “red”, the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is changed to the display mode of “red” in the first start winning storage display area. A change pattern to be displayed in HL or second start winning storage display area 5HR.

  As shown in FIG. 29C, when the final display mode of the hold display is “red”, the random number value for determining the hold change pattern is determined such that the change pattern HPA3-1 is determined at a determination rate of 25%. A numerical value to be compared with MR10 is assigned, and a numerical value to be compared with the random number value MR10 for determining a pending change pattern is assigned so that the change pattern HPA3-2 is determined at a determination ratio of 35%. A numerical value to be compared with the random number value MR10 for determining a pending change pattern is assigned so that the change pattern HPA3-3 is determined at a determination ratio of 40%.

  The change patterns HPY3-4, HPY3-5, HPY3-6 that can be determined when the final display mode of the hold display shown in FIG. 29C is the “yellow” display mode, and the final display mode of the hold display Are change patterns HPB3-7, HPB3-8, and HPB3-9 that can be determined when the display mode is “blue”, when the final display mode of the hold display in FIG. The patterns are the same as the patterns HPA3-1, HPA3-2, and HPA3-3, and a description thereof will be omitted.

  In the change pattern HPA4-1 of FIG. 29D, when the final display mode of the hold display is “red”, the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is changed to “red” when a prize is won. The first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR is displayed in a display mode, and the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is changed to "red" even after the shift by the next change. In the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR, and the first hold display mode or the second hold display mode even after being shifted by the next fluctuation. Is displayed in the first start prize storage display area 5HL or the second start prize storage display area 5HR in the display mode of "red", and the first hold display mode or the second hold The hold display of the display mode is a change pattern to be displayed on the first start winning storage display area 5HL or second start winning storage display area 5HR in a display mode of the "red".

  In the change pattern HPA4-2 of FIG. 29D, when the final display mode of the hold display is “red”, the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display is “white” at the time of winning. The first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR is displayed in the display mode, and the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is set to "white" when shifting by the next change. Is changed to the display mode of “red” from the display mode of “1”, the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display is changed to the display mode of “red” in the first start winning prize storage display area 5HL or the second display mode. The first start winning storage display area is displayed in the start winning storage display area 5HR, and the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is displayed in a "red" display mode even after being shifted by the next fluctuation. HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR, and the first start display mode or the second hold display mode is displayed in the "red" display mode even after being shifted by the next and next fluctuations. This is a change pattern displayed in the winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR.

  In the change pattern HPA4-3 in FIG. 29D, when the final display mode of the hold display is “red”, the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display is “white” when winning. The first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR is displayed in the display mode, and the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display mode is changed to "white" even after shifting by the next change. In the first start prize storage display area 5HL or the second start prize storage display area 5HR in the display mode, and the first hold display mode or the second hold display mode when shifting by the next fluctuation. By changing the display mode of “white” to the display mode of “red”, the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is changed to the display mode of “red” in the first start winning storage display area. HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR, and the first start display mode or the second hold display mode is displayed in the "red" display mode even after being shifted by the next and next fluctuations. This is a change pattern displayed in the winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR.

  In the change pattern HPA4-4 in FIG. 29D, when the final display mode of the hold display is “red”, the display mode of the first hold display or the display mode of the second hold display is “white” when winning. The first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR is displayed in the display mode, and the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display mode is changed to "white" even after shifting by the next change. In the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR, and the first hold display mode or the second hold display mode even after being shifted by the next fluctuation. Is displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR in the "white" display mode, and the first hold display mode or the second By changing the display mode of the hold display from the display mode of “white” to the display mode of “red”, the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is changed to the first display mode of the “red” display mode. This is a change pattern displayed in the start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR.

  As shown in FIG. 29 (D), when the final display mode of the hold display is “red”, the random number value for determining the hold change pattern is determined such that the change pattern HPA4-1 is determined at a determination ratio of 20%. A numerical value to be compared with MR10 is assigned, and a numerical value to be compared with the random number value MR10 for determining a pending change pattern is allocated so that the change pattern HPA4-2 is determined at a determination rate of 25%. A numerical value to be compared with the reserved change pattern determining random number value MR10 is assigned so that the change pattern HPA4-3 is determined by the determination ratio of 25%, and the change pattern HPA4-4 is determined by the 30% determination ratio. As determined, a numerical value to be compared with the random number value MR10 for determining a pending change pattern is assigned.

  Note that the change patterns HPY4-5, HPY4-6, HPY4-7, HPY4-8, and the hold display that can be determined when the final display mode of the hold display shown in FIG. 29D is the “yellow” display mode. Of the change patterns HPB4-9, HPB4-10, HPB4-11, and HPB4-12 that can be determined when the final display mode is “blue”, the final display mode of the hold display in FIG. Are the same as the change patterns HPA4-1, HPA4-2, HPA4-3, and HPA4-4 when the display mode is the same as that of FIG.

  Returning to FIG. 24, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the specific effect is an active display change effect based on the effect mode of the specific effect determined in step S705 and the change pattern determined in step S706. (Step S707). When it is determined that the specific effect is the active display change effect (step S707; YES), the effect control CPU 120 sets the value of the effect counter to the value corresponding to the number of stored memories, and sets the effect counter to the first look-ahead notice buffer. In the area corresponding to the buffer number of the 194C or the second prefetch notice buffer 194D, the value is set in association with the buffer number (step S708), and "1" is subtracted from the value of the set effect counter to set the value of the effect counter. Is updated (step S709).

  When it is determined that the specific effect is not the active display change effect in step S707 (step S707; NO), or after updating the value of the effect counter in step S709, the effect control CPU 120 sets the effect execution flag to the first look-ahead. The area is set to the area of the notice buffer 194C or the second prefetch notice buffer 194D, which does not correspond to the buffer number (step S710). Then, effect control CPU 120 ends the specific effect execution determination process.

  Returning to FIG. 22, after executing the prize-winning effect determination process of step S150, for example, according to the value of the effect process flag provided in the effect control flag setting unit 191 or the like, the following steps S170 to S177 are performed. Is selected and executed.

  The variable display start waiting process in step S170 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “0” which is the initial value. The variable display start waiting process is performed based on whether or not the first variation start command (or the second variation start command), the variation pattern designation command, the variable display result notification command, and the like transmitted from the main board 11 are received. It includes a process of determining whether to start the variable display of the decorative symbol on the display device 5, a command digestion process, and the like.

  The command digesting process is a process of digesting commands stored in the first start winning reception command buffer 194A or the second start winning reception command buffer 194B. Specifically, when the variable display of the decorative symbol is started in conjunction with the first special figure game, the effect control CPU 120 determines the most effective command among the commands associated with the first start winning reception command buffer 194A. The command (one set) stored in the area corresponding to the small buffer number is deleted corresponding to the variable display and shifted to the buffer corresponding to the variable display, and the buffer number larger than the buffer number of the deleted command is deleted. (The command associated with the first starting port winning designation command is shifted while maintaining the winning order. Variable display of decorative symbols in conjunction with the second special figure game) Is started, the command is stored in the smallest buffer number among the commands stored in the second start winning reception command buffer. The command (one set) stored in the corresponding area is deleted and shifted to the buffer corresponding to the variable display, and the command stored in the area corresponding to the buffer number larger than the buffer number of the deleted command is deleted. Are shifted while maintaining the winning order.

  Specifically, when the variable display of the decorative symbol is started in conjunction with the first special figure game, the variable number corresponding to the smallest buffer number “1” among the commands associated with the first starting opening winning designation command One of the commands (one set) stored in the deleted area is deleted, and the command (one set) stored in the area corresponding to the smallest deleted buffer number “1” is the area corresponding to the variable display. The command (1) shifted to the buffer number “0” (not shown) and stored in the area corresponding to the smallest buffer number “1” among the commands associated with the deleted first starting port winning designation command Commands stored in areas corresponding to buffer numbers “2” to “4” that are larger than the buffer number “1” of the “set” (corresponding to the first starting port winning designation command). There command) is shifted while maintaining a winning sequence (magnitude of the buffer number).

  Also, when the variable display of the decorative symbol is started in conjunction with the second special figure game, the command is displayed in the area corresponding to the smallest buffer number “1” among the commands associated with the second starting opening winning designation command. One of the stored commands (one set) is deleted, and the command (one set) stored in the area corresponding to the smallest deleted buffer number “1” is changed to the buffer number “A” corresponding to the variable display. 0 (not shown) and the command (one set) stored in the area corresponding to the smallest buffer number “1” among the commands associated with the deleted second starting port winning designation command. Commands stored in the areas corresponding to the buffer numbers “2” to “4” that are larger than the buffer number “1” (corresponding to the second starting port winning designation command) Command) is shifted while maintaining a winning sequence (magnitude of the buffer number).

In the command digestion processing, the information stored in the first prefetch notice buffer 194C or the second prefetch notice buffer 194D provided in the RAM 122 or the like is also deleted or shifted in accordance with the deletion or shift of the command.
After executing these processes, when it is determined to start the variable display of the decorative symbol, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “1”.

  The variable display start setting process in step S171 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “1”. The variable display start setting process is performed in response to the start of the variable display of the special symbol in the special figure game by the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B. A process of determining a fixed decoration symbol according to a variation pattern of a special symbol, a type of display result, and the like, and a process of shifting the first hold display or the second hold display, in order to perform variable display and other various effecting operations, It includes various effects (for example, a process of determining a main announcement effect, a process of setting an effect control pattern corresponding to an effect pattern of a specific effect (hold display change effect, active display change effect, etc.) as a use pattern, and the like. After that, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “2”.

  The variable display effect processing in step S172 is processing executed when the value of the effect process flag is “2”. In the variable display effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets the effect control pattern based on the effect control pattern determined in the variable display start setting processing in accordance with the timer value of the effect control process timer provided in the effect control timer setting unit 192. Then, various control data are read out, and various effect control (for example, variable display control of the decorative symbol during variable display of the decorative symbol) is performed. Specifically, the effect control CPU 120 controls the video signal (effect image) to be output to the image display device 5 and displayed on the screen based on the read control data, and outputs the effect sound signal to the audio control board 13. Various kinds of effect control such as control to output effect sound from the speaker 8 and output of an illumination signal to the lamp control board 14 to turn on / off / blink the lamp 9 are executed.

  After performing such an effect control, for example, when an end code indicating the end of the variable display of the decorative symbol is read from the effect control pattern, or when a symbol confirmation command transmitted from the main board 11 is received, Then, the fixed decoration symbol as the final stop symbol which is the variable display result of the decoration symbol is completely stopped and displayed. If the final decorative symbol is completely stopped and displayed in response to the end code being read from the effect control pattern, the variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern designation command has elapsed. Also, without depending on the effect control command from the main board 11, the effect control board 12 can autonomously derive and display the determined decorative symbol and determine the variable display result. When the fixed decoration symbol is completely stopped and displayed, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “3”.

  The waiting process per special figure in step S173 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “3”. In this special figure hit waiting processing, effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a hit start designation command transmitted from main board 11 has been received. Then, when the hit start designation command is received, if the hit start designation command designates the start of the big hit game state, the value of the effect process flag is set to “6” corresponding to the big hit medium effect process. Update to When the effect control process timer times out without receiving the hit start designation command, it is determined that the special figure display result in the special figure game is "losing", and the value of the effect process flag is the initial value. Update to "0".

  The big hit production process in step S176 is a process executed when the value of the production process flag is “6”. In this big hit effect production process, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the effect contents in the big hit game state, reads out various control data based on the set contents, and variably displays in step S172. Similarly to the medium effect processing, various effect controls in the big hit game state are executed by outputting a video signal, an effect sound signal, an illumination signal, and the like. In addition, in the big hit production process, the value of the production process flag is updated to “7” corresponding to the ending production process, for example, in response to receiving a hit end designation command from the main board 11.

  The ending effect process of step S177 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “7”. In the ending effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to, for example, the end of the big hit game state, reads out various control data based on the set contents, and performs variable display in step S172. Similarly to the effect processing, various effect controls at the end of the big hit game state are executed by outputting a video signal, an effect sound signal, an illumination signal, and the like. After that, the value of the effect process flag is updated to the initial value “0”.

  FIG. 30 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the process executed in step S171 in FIG. 22 as the variable display start setting process. In the variable display start setting process shown in FIG. 30, first, for example, the effect control CPU 120 reads “EXT data” in the variable display result notification command transmitted from the main board 11 to determine whether or not “losing” occurs. Is determined (step S522). When it is determined that "losing" has occurred (step S522; YES), effect control CPU 120 reads the designated EXT data in the variation pattern designation command transmitted from main board 11, for example. The non-reach fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable pattern is the variable display mode of the decorative symbol “non-reach” (that is, “PA1-1”, “PA2-1”, “PA2-2”, “PA2” in FIG. 5) -3 ”) (step S523).

  When it is determined in step S523 that the pattern is the non-reach variation pattern (step S523; YES), the effect control CPU 120 determines a final decorative symbol combination that is a final stop symbol constituting the non-reach combination (step S523). Step S524). As an example, in the process of step S524, the effect control CPU 120 first extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for left-fixed symbol determination updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193, By referring to a predetermined left determined symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like, the left determined symbol that is stopped and displayed in the “left” decorative symbol display area 5L in the display area of the image display device 5 among the determined decorative symbols. Decide the decoration pattern.

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining a right finalized symbol, which is updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193, and stores predetermined numerical data stored in the ROM 121 or the like in advance. By referring to the right determined symbol determination table, the right determined decorative symbol stopped and displayed in the “right” decorative symbol display area 5R in the display area of the image display device 5 is determined among the determined decorative symbols. At this time, the symbol number of the right determined decorative symbol may be determined so as to be different from the symbol number of the left determined decorative symbol by setting in the right determined symbol determining table or the like. Subsequently, numerical data indicating a random value for determining a medium-determined symbol updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 is extracted, and a predetermined medium-determined symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like. And so on, to determine the middle fixed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the “medium” decorative symbol display area 5C in the display area of the image display device 5 among the fixed decorative symbols. In the process of step S524, a fixed decorative symbol of a non-reach combination serving as a predetermined chance symbol symbol may be determined in response to the case where the variable symbol notice is being executed.

  When it is determined in step S523 that the pattern is not the non-reach variation pattern (step S523; NO), the combination of the final decorative symbols constituting the reach combination is determined (step S525). As an example, in the process of step S525, first, numerical data indicating a random number value for determining a left and right fixed symbol updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 is extracted and stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like. For example, by referring to the predetermined left and right fixed symbol determination table, the fixed decorative symbols are stopped and displayed together in the “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R in the display area of the image display device 5. To determine a decorative symbol having the same symbol number. Further, it extracts numerical data indicating a random value for determining a medium-determined symbol which is updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193, and extracts a predetermined medium-determined symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like. By referring to the determined decorative design, the middle fixed decorative design that is stopped and displayed in the “medium” decorative design display area 5C in the display area of the image display device 5 is determined.

  Here, in the case where the determined decorative symbol becomes a big hit combination, for example, when the symbol number of the middle determined decorative symbol becomes the same as the symbol number of the left determined decorative symbol and the right determined decorative symbol, an arbitrary value is set. By adding or subtracting (for example, “1”) to or from the symbol number of the medium determined decorative symbol, the determined decorative symbol may be a reach combination instead of a jackpot combination. Alternatively, when determining the middle fixed decorative symbol, a difference (symbol difference) between the left fixed decorative symbol and the right fixed decorative symbol with the symbol number may be determined, and a middle fixed decorative symbol corresponding to the symbol difference may be set. .

  If it is determined in step S522 that it is not "losing" (step S522; NO), it is determined whether the "big hit" is the jackpot type "probable" or a jackpot type other than these (step S526). . When it is determined to be "probable" (step S526; YES), a combination of the final decorative symbols corresponding to the case of "probable", such as the opening chance, is determined (step S527). In this case, numeric data indicating a random value for determining a chance eye updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 is extracted, and a predetermined chance eye determination table stored in the ROM 121 or the like in advance. , Etc., it is sufficient to determine the combination of the fixed decorative symbols constituting any of the opening chance eyes.

  When it is determined in step S526 that the pattern is "non-probable" or "probable" other than "probable" (step S526; NO), the combination of the definitive decorative symbols which are the final stop symbols constituting the big hit combination is determined ( Step S528). As an example, in the process of step S528, first, numerical data indicating a random number value for determining a jackpot determined symbol that is updated by a random counter or the like of the effect control counter setting unit 193 is extracted, and subsequently, is stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like. By referring to a predetermined jackpot fixed symbol determination table, the display is stopped and displayed in the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R on the screen of the image display device 5. A decorative symbol having the same symbol number is determined. At this time, depending on whether the jackpot type is “non-probable change” or “probable change”, or whether there is a promotion effect during the big hit, a different decorative pattern may be determined as the fixed decorative pattern. Good.

  As a specific example, when the jackpot type is “non-probable change”, any one of a plurality of types of normal symbols is selected as a decorative symbol to determine a fixed decorative symbol constituting a non-probable variable jackpot combination. I just need. When the jackpot type is “probable”, any one of a plurality of normal symbols or probable symbols is selected as a decorative symbol to form a non-probable variable jackpot combination or a probable variable jackpot combination. Should be determined. At this time, if the non-probable variable jackpot combination is determined to be the final decorative symbol, the fact that the state is controlled to the probable variable state in the re-lottery effect during the variable display is not performed, and is executed in accordance with the jackpot gaming state. What is necessary is just to be notified that the state is controlled to be in the probable change state by a promotion during a big hit or the like. On the other hand, when the determined decorative symbol of the probability change big hit combination is determined, in the re-lottery effect during the variable display or without executing the re-lottery effect, a notification to the effect that the control is performed to the probability change state is performed.

  After performing any one of the processes of steps S524, S525, S527, and S528, an effect determination process is performed (step S530).

FIG. 31 is a flowchart illustrating an example of processing executed in the effect determination processing in step S530 of FIG.
In the effect determination processing (step S530), effect control CPU 120 starts variable display corresponding to the target first hold information stored in first prefetch notice buffer 194C or second prefetch notice buffer 194D. The variable display count corresponding to the target first hold information or the target second hold information is checked by checking the variable display count before the start of the variable display corresponding to the target second hold information. It is determined whether or not this is the case (step S901).

  Here, the target is the first hold information corresponding to the active display to be changed in the active display area in the active display area or the active display to be changed in the active display area in the active display area. This is the corresponding second suspension information.

  When the variable display corresponds to the first hold information of the target or the second hold information of the target (step S901; YES), the effect control CPU 120 stores the first look-ahead notice buffer 194C or the second look-ahead notice buffer 194D. The stored effect execution flag is cleared (step S902), the value of the effect counter stored in the first prefetch notice buffer 194C or the second prefetch notice buffer 194D is cleared and set to "0" (step S902). S903), the effect determination processing ends.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the display is not variable display corresponding to the first hold information of the target or the second hold information of the target (step S901; NO), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the value of the effect counter is 0. A determination is made (step S904). When it is determined that the value of the effect counter is “0” (Step S904; YES), the effect control CPU 120 ends the effect determination process. When it is determined that the value of the effect counter is not [0] (step S904; NO), the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect counter by subtracting “1” from the value of the effect counter (step S905). The effect determination processing ends.

  After executing the effect determination processing shown in step S530 or FIG. 31, the holding digestion processing is executed (step S531). Specifically, when the variation of the decorative symbol is started in conjunction with the first special figure game (when the variable display of the current decorative symbol is linked with the first special figure game), the first start winning is achieved. An active display corresponding to the hold display displayed at the right end of the storage display area 5HL is displayed in the active display area. More specifically, effect control CPU 120 sets an effect control pattern for displaying an active display corresponding to the hold display displayed on the right end of first start winning storage display area 5HL in the active display area as a use pattern. At the same time, by transmitting a display control command specified by the display control data included in the set effect control pattern to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123, the display control command is displayed on the right end of the first start winning storage display area 5HL. The active display corresponding to the held display is displayed in the active display area. The active display in the active display area may be deleted when the variable display is started, during execution, or when the variable display is completed. The same applies to the case where the change of the decorative symbol is started in conjunction with the second special figure game.

  In addition, in the process of step S531, the effect control CPU 120, when there is a hold display other than the hold display corresponding to the active display to be exhausted in the first start winning storage storage display area 5HL, displays the other hold display. In the first start winning storage display area 5HL, if there is a hold display other than the hold display corresponding to the active display to be exhausted in the second start win storage display area 5HR, the other hold display is replaced with the second start winning display. The shift is performed in the storage display area 5HR.

After executing the processing of step S531, the effect execution setting processing is executed (step S532). In the effect execution setting process, if the change (variable display to be started (variable display corresponding to active display)) is a change to execute a specific effect such as an active display change effect or a hold display change effect, The processing includes setting an effect control pattern as a use pattern based on the result of the decision on the effect.
For example, in the effect execution setting process, when the active display change effect accompanied by the execution of the notification effect is executed as the specific effect, the effect control CPU 120 sets the effect control pattern corresponding to the active display change effect accompanied by the execution of the information effect. And setting an effect control pattern corresponding to the effect of notifying the number of changes until the active display change effect is executed as the notification effect and the value of the effect counter as a use pattern. ing. In addition, in the effect execution setting process, for example, when performing an active display change effect that does not involve the execution of the hold display change effect or the notification effect, the active display change effect that does not involve the execution of the hold display change effect or the notification effect Is set as a use pattern, and an effect control pattern corresponding to a hold display change pattern or an active display change pattern is set as a use pattern.

  After executing the processing of step S532, the execution setting of the effect during other variable display is performed (step S533). As an example, the execution setting of “one-shot notification effect” for immediately notifying (conclusively notifying) that the variable display result becomes “big hit” by the big hit notification sound or the big hit notification light emission may be performed. Examples of the jackpot notification sound are an alarm sound, a chime sound, a siren sound, and the like. An example of the big hit notification light emission is light emission of a flash lamp constituting the light emitting member 9CC. Further, in the process of step S533, regardless of whether or not the variable display result is "big hit", for example, it may be set so that an effect of a predetermined mode is executed for liveliness. For example, it may be set so that an effect in which a predetermined lamp 9 (for example, the light emitting members 9SL, 9SR) emits light is executed.

  After executing the processing of step S533, for example, the initial value of the effect control process timer provided in the effect control timer setting unit 192 is set in accordance with the fluctuation pattern specified by the fluctuation pattern specification command (step S534). ). Subsequently, a variable display etc. start setting process for setting a variable symbol or the like to start changing in the image display device 5 is executed (step S535). For example, image display is performed by transmitting a display control command specified by the display control data included in the effect control pattern set as the use pattern in the effect execution setting process of step S532 to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123. The sound for the speaker 8 is transmitted by transmitting settings to the sound control board 13 for setting the start of the change of the decorative pattern on the screen of the device 5 and for transmitting the effect sound signal specified by the sound control data included in the effect control pattern. The setting for starting the output and the setting for starting the light emission of the lamp 9 by, for example, transmitting the illumination signal specified by the lamp control data included in the effect control pattern to the lamp control board 14 are performed. .

  After executing the processing in step S535, the command corresponding to the variable display stored in the first start winning reception command buffer 194A or the second start winning reception command buffer 194B is digested (step S536). Specifically, when the variable display of the decoration symbol is started in conjunction with the first special figure game, the effect control CPU 120 determines, among the commands associated with the first start winning reception command buffer 194A, The command (one set) stored in the area corresponding to the buffer number corresponding to the variable display is deleted. Also, when the variable display of the decorative symbol is started in conjunction with the second special figure game, an area corresponding to the buffer number corresponding to the variable display among the commands stored in the second start winning reception command buffer. Deletes the command (one set) stored in.

  More specifically, when the variable display of the decorative symbol is started in conjunction with the first special figure game, the effect control CPU 120 selects one of the commands associated with the first start winning reception command buffer 194A. The command (one set) stored in the area corresponding to the buffer number “0” corresponding to the variable display is deleted. Also, when the variable display of the decorative symbol is started in conjunction with the second special figure game, the buffer number “0” corresponding to the variable display among the commands stored in the second start winning reception command buffer is set. The command (one set) stored in the corresponding area is deleted.

  Further, in the process of step S536, in response to the deletion or shift of the command, the area of the buffer number “0” corresponding to the change in the first prefetch notice buffer 194C or the second prefetch notice buffer 194D provided in the RAM 122 or the like. Is also deleted. Thereafter, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “2”, which is a value corresponding to the effect process during variable display (step S537), and the variable display start setting process ends.

  Next, a specific example of control in the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described.

  On the main board 11 side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, when the first starting condition is satisfied, the CPU 103 updates the first reserved storage number, and when the second starting condition is satisfied, the CPU 103 updates the second reserved storage number. Is updated (step S215). The CPU 103 extracts numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the random number value MR3 for determining the variation category (step S217). The CPU 103 determines the special figure display result using the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the big hit type, and the like (steps S406 and S407). The CPU 103 determines the fluctuation category based on the special figure display result, which is the determination result, the number of reserved storages updated in step S215, and the random number value MR3 for fluctuation category extraction extracted in step S217 (step S412). . The CPU 103 that has determined the fluctuation category sets transmission of a fluctuation category command that specifies the fluctuation category as a result of the determination (step S413), and executes a command control process (step S17). Thereby, a fluctuation category command specifying the fluctuation category determined in step S412 is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

  On the main board 11 side, when the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied, in the variation pattern setting process (step S111), the CPU 103 first determines the variation category for the variation category extracted in step S217. Without using the random number value MR3, the random number value MR3 for determining the variation category is extracted again, and the numerical data indicating the random number value MR5 for determining the variation pattern is extracted again. Subsequently, the CPU 103 determines a fluctuation pattern based on numerical data indicating a newly extracted random number value MR3 for determining a fluctuation category and numerical data indicating a random number value MR5 for determining a fluctuation pattern. The CPU 103 that has determined the variation pattern sets transmission of a variation pattern designation command that designates the variation pattern as the determination result, and executes a command control process (step S17). As a result, a variation pattern designation command for designating the variation pattern determined in step S111 is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

On the side of the effect control board 12 of the pachinko gaming machine 1, when the first starting condition is satisfied, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not an active display change effect or a hold display change effect is performed in a winning effect effect determination process (step S 150). It is determined whether or not to execute the specific effect, and when it is to be executed, the effect mode of the specific effect and the display mode of the first hold display when additionally displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL (display mode when added) Is determined based on the fluctuation category, the number of stored memories, and the like. Further, the change pattern of the active display and the change pattern of the hold display when the specific effect is executed are determined based on the number of stored memories and the random numbers MR9, MR10, and the like.
In addition, when performing a specific effect, the effect control CPU 120 performs a process of setting and updating the value of the effect counter and the effect execution flag based on the determination of the specific effect.

  Further, the effect control CPU 120 determines the content of the specific effect based on the determined specific effect (for example, the final display mode of the hold display, the change pattern of the hold display, the final display mode of the active display, the active display change pattern, the effect counter). , An effect-in-progress flag, an effect mode of a specific effect, etc.) are stored in the first look-ahead notice buffer 194C, and the first hold display is set to the first start winning based on the stored contents (display mode at the time of addition). It is added to the storage display area 5HL.

When the second start condition is satisfied, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not to execute a specific effect such as an active display change effect or a hold display change effect in the winning effect effect determination process (step S150). In the case of execution, the effect mode of the specific effect and the display mode of the second hold display (display mode at the time of addition) at the time of additional display in the first start winning storage display area 5HL are determined based on the fluctuation category, the number of hold memories, and the like. To decide. Further, the change pattern of the active display and the change pattern of the hold display when the specific effect is executed are determined based on the number of stored memories and the random numbers MR9, MR10, and the like.
In addition, when executing the specific effect, the effect control CPU 120 performs a process of setting and updating the value of the effect counter and the effect execution flag based on the determination of the specific effect.

  Further, the effect control CPU 120 determines the content of the specific effect based on the determined specific effect (for example, the final display mode of the hold display, the change pattern of the hold display, the final display mode of the active display, the active display change pattern, the effect counter). , The effect execution flag, the effect style of the specific effect, etc.) are stored in the second look-ahead notice buffer 194D, and the second hold display is set to the second start winning based on the stored contents (display mode at the time of addition). It is added to the storage display area 5HR.

  FIG. 32 is a diagram illustrating a display operation example in the image display device 5. Specifically, FIG. 32 is a diagram illustrating display operation examples (a) to (h) in the image display device 5. In (a) to (h) of FIG. 32, an arrow “↓” in the image display device 5 indicates that the decorative design is changing. The illustrated example is a scene when an active display change effect accompanied by execution of a notification effect is executed as an effect mode of the specific effect.

  The scene of (a) of FIG. 32 is a scene when the decorative symbol corresponding to the hold display H0 (not shown) is being variably displayed. Here, at the lower center of the image display device 5, an active display area AHA for displaying a predetermined active display AH in accordance with the hold display corresponding to the variable display when the variable display is started is provided. Active display AH corresponding to hold display H0 is displayed in display area AHA. In addition, when the variable display corresponding to the hold display H0 (not shown) is being executed, the first start winning storage display area 5HL stores a hold in the first start winning storage display area 5HL based on the fact that the game ball has won the first start winning opening. The display H1 (first hold display) is displayed.

  For example, the display form of the hold display H1 displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL is the specific effect execution determining process (step S150) shown in FIGS. In steps S155 and S165), the final display mode of the first hold display, the final hold display of the second hold display, the final display mode of the active display, and the like are set in the final display mode determination table and the random number value MR6 for final display mode determination. In addition, it is assumed that the display mode is determined to be “white” based on the change category, the number of stored storages, and the like, and is displayed in the “white” display mode. At this time, since the final display mode of the hold display H1 is “white”, it is assumed that the hold information that does not execute the specific effect is determined by the determination in step S702.

  The surface of FIG. 32B after the scene of FIG. 32A indicates that the game ball is in the first position when the variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the hold display H0 (active display AH) is being executed. This is a scene when a hold display H2 (first hold display) is displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL based on winning of the start winning port.

At this time, the hold display H2 displayed in the first start winning storage storage display area 5HL is the specific effect execution determining process (step S155) shown in FIG. 24 in the winning effect determining process (step S150) shown in FIGS. In step S165), the final display mode of the first hold display, the final hold display of the second hold display, the final display mode of the active display, and the like are changed to a final display mode determination table, a random number value MR6 for final display mode determination, The final display mode is determined to be "red" based on the category, the number of stored memories, and the like. The specific effect execution presence / absence determination table and the random number value MR7 for determining the specific effect execution presence / absence are set as shown in FIG. The specific effect is determined to be "executed" based on the stored number, and the effect mode determining cable and the specific effect set at the determined ratio as shown in FIG. Based on the random number value MR8 for determining the effect mode and the final display mode, it is determined that an active display change effect accompanied by the execution of the information effect (active display change effect (information effect execution is present)), as shown in FIG. It is assumed that the change pattern APA2-1 has been determined based on the active display change pattern determination table set at the determined ratio, the random number value MR9 for determining the active display change pattern, and the number of retained memories.
Further, due to these determinations, in the scene of FIG. 32B, the target hold display H2 is displayed at the time of addition in a display mode of “white” as a display mode at the time of addition.

  In addition, in the scene of FIG. 32B, the hold display H2 is determined as the target for performing the specific effect, and the active display change effect accompanied by the execution of the notification effect is determined as the effect mode of the specific effect. Based on the value of the effect counter set in the one-read-ahead notice buffer 194C, an informing effect of displaying the image HE1 of “Two more times until a chance” is executed.

In the scene of FIG. 32 (c) after the scene of FIG. 32 (b), the variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the hold display H0 being executed in the decorative symbol display area includes the decorative symbols "2" and "9". "4" is the scene when the final stop is displayed. At this time, in the scene of (b) of FIG. 32, no new hold display is added other than the hold displays H1 and H2 displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL (the game ball is newly started and won). (Not winning).
In the scene of (c) of FIG. 32, in the decorative design variable display of the decorative design corresponding to the hold display H0 in the decorative design display area, the decorative design is displayed before the final stop display based on the final stop display of the decorative design. At the timing, for example, immediately before the final stop display of the decorative symbol, the active display AH corresponding to the hold display H0 displayed in the active display area AHA is deleted from the active display area AHA.
Also at this time, the notification effect for the active display change effect that can be executed when the hold display H2 becomes the active display (based on the value of the effect counter set in the first look-ahead preview buffer 194C, "2 more times to chance") (A notification effect of displaying the image HE1).

The scene of (d) of FIG. 32 after the (c) of FIG. 32 is a scene when the variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the hold display H1 displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL is started. is there. At this time, based on the start of the variable display corresponding to the hold display H1, the active display AH corresponding to the hold display H1 is displayed in the active display area AHA, and the hold display H1 is displayed from the first start winning storage display area 5HL. It is erased and only the hold display H2 is displayed.
In the scene of (d) of FIG. 32, the hold display H2 is displayed in a “white” display mode based on the change pattern APA2-1.

  In addition, in the scene of (d) of FIG. 32, the variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the hold display H1 is started, and the value of the effect counter set in the first look-ahead notice buffer 194C is changed in step S905. The notification effect of displaying the image HE2 of “one more time to chance” based on the updated effect counter value is executed.

In the scene of FIG. 32E after the scene of FIG. 32D, in the variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the hold display H1 in the decorative symbol display area, the decorative symbols are "4" and "5". This is the scene when the final stop is displayed by “8”. At this time, based on the final stop display of the decorative symbol, the hold displayed in the active display area AHA at a timing before the final stop display of the decorative symbol, for example, at a timing immediately before the final stop display of the decorative symbol. The active display AH corresponding to the display H1 has been deleted from the active display area AHA.
Also at this time, the notification effect for the active display change effect that can be executed when the hold display H2 becomes the active display (based on the value of the effect counter set in the first look-ahead notice buffer 194C, "1 more time to chance") (A notification effect) of displaying the image HE2 of “times”) is being executed.

The scene shown in FIG. 32F after the scene shown in FIG. 32E is obtained when the variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the hold display H2 displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL is started. It is a scene. At this time, based on the start of the variable display corresponding to the hold display H2, the active display AH corresponding to the hold display H2 is displayed in the active display area AHA, and the hold display H2 is displayed from the first start winning storage display area 5HL. Has been erased.
At this time, the display mode of the active display AH corresponding to the hold display H2 remains the “white” display mode.

  In addition, in the scene (f) of FIG. 32, with the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the hold display H2, the value of the effect counter set in the first look-ahead notice buffer 194C is changed in step S905. The notification effect of displaying the image HE3 of “CHANCE!” Is updated based on the updated value of the effect counter, and the variable display corresponding to the currently held hold display H2 is notified that the chance is displayed. ing.

The scene of FIG. 32 (g) after the scene of FIG. 32 (f) is based on the start of the variable display of the decorative design corresponding to the target suspended display H2. This is a scene in which a character image C1 for performing an action effect is displayed, and, for example, a character (character image C1) is performing an effect in which “star powder” CB is output from a stick and sprinkled on the active display AH. .
Then, in the scene of (h) of FIG. 32 after the scene of (g) of FIG. 32, the active display AH corresponding to the hold display H2 is, for example, as a result of the action effect in the scene of (g) of FIG. This is a scene when the decorative pattern is displayed in the “red” display mode (final display mode) based on the change pattern APA2-1 at the timing of the variable display.

  According to the example shown in FIG. 32, the notification effect for notifying that the display mode of the active display is changed by the active display change effect is displayed as the active display and the active display is performed before the corresponding variable display is started. Since it is possible to execute a notification effect for notifying that the display mode of the target changes, it is possible to give a sense of expectation to the variable display of the target from the time when the hold display of the target is displayed. Can enhance the interest of the elderly.

  In the scene shown in FIG. 32B and the like, an example has been described in which the display mode of the target hold display H2 is displayed in a “white” display mode based on the change pattern. Until H2 is displayed as an active display and the display mode of the active display changes, for example, the display mode of the hold display H2 is displayed in a “white” display mode, and the “white” display mode is displayed. For example, the display may be performed in a display mode capable of notifying that the target is on hold display or the possibility that the target is on hold display is high, such as blinking.

  FIG. 33 is a diagram illustrating a display operation example in the image display device 5. Specifically, FIG. 33 is a diagram illustrating display operation examples (a) to (f) of the image display device 5. In FIGS. 33A to 33F, the arrow “↓” in the image display device 5 indicates that the decorative design is changing. The illustrated example is a scene when an active display change effect without execution of the notification effect is being executed as the effect mode of the specific effect.

  The scene of (a) of FIG. 33 is a scene when the decorative symbol corresponding to the hold display H0 (not shown) is being variably displayed. Here, at the lower center of the image display device 5, an active display area AHA for displaying a predetermined active display AH in accordance with the hold display corresponding to the variable display when the variable display is started is provided. Active display AH corresponding to hold display H0 is displayed in display area AHA. In addition, when the variable display corresponding to the hold display H0 (not shown) is being executed, the first start winning storage display area 5HL stores a hold in the first start winning storage display area 5HL based on the fact that the game ball has won the first start winning opening. The display H1 (first hold display) is displayed.

  For example, the display form of the hold display H1 displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL is the specific effect execution determining process (step S150) shown in FIGS. In step S155 and step S165), the final display mode of the first hold display, the final hold display of the second hold display, the final display mode of the active display, and the like are set in the final display mode determination table and the random number value MR6 for final display mode determination. It is assumed that the display mode is determined to be “white” based on the fluctuation category, the number of stored storages, and the like, and is displayed in the “white” display mode. At this time, since the final display mode of the hold display H1 is “white”, it is assumed that the hold information that does not execute the specific effect is determined by the determination in step S702.

  The surface of FIG. 33 (b) after the scene of (a) of FIG. 33 shows that when the variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the hold display H0 (active display AH) is being executed, the game ball is in the first position. This is a scene when a hold display H2 (first hold display) is displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL based on winning of the start winning port.

At this time, the hold display H2 displayed in the first start winning storage storage display area 5HL is the specific effect execution determining process (step S155) shown in FIG. 24 in the winning effect determining process (step S150) shown in FIGS. In step S165), the final display mode of the first hold display, the final hold display of the second hold display, the final display mode of the active display, and the like are changed to a final display mode determination table, a random number value MR6 for final display mode determination, The final display mode is determined to be "red" based on the category, the number of stored memories, and the like. The specific effect execution presence / absence determination table and the random number value MR7 for determining the specific effect execution presence / absence are set as shown in FIG. The specific effect is determined to be “no execution” based on the stored number, and the effect mode determining cable and the specific effect set at the determination ratio as shown in FIG. Based on the random number value MR8 for determining the effect mode and the final display mode, an active display change effect without the execution of the information effect (active display change effect (no information effect execution)) is determined, as shown in FIG. It is assumed that the change pattern APA2-1 has been determined based on the active display change pattern determination table set at an appropriate determination ratio, the active display change pattern determining random number value MR9, and the number of pending storages.
In addition, due to these determinations, in the scene shown in FIG. 33B, the target hold display H2 is displayed at the time of addition in a display mode of “white” as a display mode at the time of addition.

  In the scene of FIG. 33 (c) after the scene of FIG. 33 (b), the variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the hold display H0 being executed in the decorative symbol display area includes the decorative symbols "2" and "9". "4" is the scene when the final stop is displayed. At this time, in the scene of FIG. 33 (b), no new hold display is added other than the hold displays H1 and H2 displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL (the game ball is newly started and won). (Not winning).

In the scene (c) of FIG. 33, in the variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the hold display H0 in the decorative symbol display area, the decorative symbol is displayed before the final stop display based on the final stop display of the decorative symbol. At the timing, for example, immediately before the final stop display of the decorative symbol, the active display AH corresponding to the hold display H0 displayed in the active display area AHA is deleted from the active display area AHA.
In the scene of FIG. 33C, the hold display H2 is displayed in a “white” display mode based on the change pattern APA2-1.

The scene of (d) of FIG. 33 after the (c) of FIG. 33 is a scene when the variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the hold display H1 displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL is started. is there. At this time, based on the start of the variable display corresponding to the hold display H1, the active display AH corresponding to the hold display H1 is displayed in the active display area AHA, and the hold display H1 is displayed from the first start winning storage display area 5HL. It is erased and only the hold display H2 is displayed.
In the scene of FIG. 33D, the hold display H2 is displayed in a “white” display mode based on the change pattern APA2-1.

  In the scene of FIG. 33E after the scene of FIG. 33D, in the variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the hold display H1 in the decorative symbol display area, the decorative symbols are "4" and "5". This is the scene when the final stop is displayed at “8”. At this time, based on the final stop display of the decorative symbol, the hold displayed in the active display area AHA at a timing before the final stop display of the decorative symbol, for example, at a timing immediately before the final stop display of the decorative symbol. The active display AH corresponding to the display H1 has been deleted from the active display area AHA.

The scene of (f) of FIG. 33 after the scene of (e) of FIG. 33 is when the variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the hold display H2 displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL is started. It is a scene. At this time, based on the start of the variable display corresponding to the hold display H2, the active display AH corresponding to the hold display H2 is displayed in the active display area AHA, and the hold display H2 is displayed from the first start winning storage display area 5HL. Has been erased.
In the scene of (f) of FIG. 33, the active display AH corresponding to the hold display H2 is displayed at the timing when the active display AH is displayed in the active display area AHA based on the change pattern APA2-1. The display is displayed in a “red” display mode (final display mode) at a timing immediately after the start of the variable display of the corresponding decorative symbol.

  According to the example illustrated in FIG. 33, the display mode of the active display is changed even when the active display change effect without execution of the notification effect for notifying that the display mode of the active display changes is executed. Therefore, the player's expectation can be maintained, and the interest of the player can be improved.

  FIG. 34 is a diagram illustrating a display operation example in the image display device 5. Specifically, FIG. 34 is a diagram illustrating display operation examples (a) to (d) of the image display device 5. In FIGS. 34A to 34D, the arrow “↓” in the image display device 5 indicates that the decorative design is changing. The illustrated example is a scene when a hold display change effect (first hold display change effect) is being executed as the effect mode of the specific effect.

  The scene of (a) of FIG. 34 is a scene when the decorative symbol corresponding to the hold display H0 (not shown) is being variably displayed. Here, at the lower center of the image display device 5, an active display area AHA for displaying a predetermined active display AH in accordance with the hold display corresponding to the variable display when the variable display is started is provided. Active display AH corresponding to hold display H0 is displayed in display area AHA. In addition, when the variable display corresponding to the hold display H0 (not shown) is being executed, the first start winning storage display area 5HL stores a hold in the first start winning storage display area 5HL based on the fact that the game ball has won the first start winning opening. The display H1 (first hold display) is displayed.

  For example, the display form of the hold display H1 displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL is the specific effect execution determining process (step S150) shown in FIGS. In step S155), the final display mode of the first hold display is determined to be the "white" display mode based on the final display mode determination table, the random number value MR6 for final display mode determination, the variation category, the number of stored storages, and the like. , "White". At this time, since the final display mode of the hold display H1 is “white”, it is assumed that the hold information that does not execute the specific effect is determined by the determination in step S702.

  On the surface of FIG. 34B after the scene of FIG. 34A, when the variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the hold display H0 (active display AH) is being performed, the game ball is placed in the first position. This is a scene when a hold display H2 (first hold display) is displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL based on winning of the start winning port.

At this time, the hold display H2 displayed in the first start winning storage storage display area 5HL is the specific effect execution determining process (step S155) shown in FIG. 24 in the winning effect determining process (step S150) shown in FIGS. In step S165), the final display mode of the first hold display is determined as the final display mode “yellow” based on the final display mode determination table, the random number value MR6 for determining the final display mode, the fluctuation category, the number of stored memories, and the like. Then, the specific effect is determined to be "executed" based on the specific effect execution presence / absence determination table set at the determination ratio as shown in FIG. 26, the random number value MR7 for the specific effect execution presence / absence determination, and the number of stored memories, Based on the rendering mode determining cable set at the determining ratio as shown in FIG. 27, the random number value MR8 for determining the rendering mode of the specific rendering, and the final display mode, A display change effect (first hold display change effect) is determined, a change pattern determination table for hold display set at a determination ratio as shown in FIG. 29, a random number value MR10 for determining a hold display change pattern, a hold storage number, and the like. It is assumed that the change pattern HPY2-4 has been determined based on.
Further, due to these determinations, in the scene of FIG. 34B, the target hold display H2 is displayed at the time of addition in a display mode of “white” as a display mode at the time of addition.

  In the scene of FIG. 34 (c) after the scene of FIG. 34 (b), the variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the hold display H0 being executed in the decorative symbol display area includes the decorative symbols "2" and "9". "4" is the scene when the final stop is displayed. At this time, in the scene of FIG. 34B, no new hold display is added other than the hold displays H1 and H2 displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL (the game ball is newly started and won). (Not winning).

In the scene of FIG. 34 (c), in the variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the hold display H0 in the decorative symbol display area, the decorative symbol is displayed before the final stop display based on the final stop display of the decorative symbol. At the timing, for example, immediately before the final stop display of the decorative symbol, the active display AH corresponding to the hold display H0 displayed in the active display area AHA is deleted from the active display area AHA.
Further, in the scene (c) of FIG. 34, the hold display H2 is displayed in a “white” display mode based on the change pattern HPY2-4.

  The scene of (d) of FIG. 34 after the (c) of FIG. 34 is a scene when the variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the hold display H1 displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL is started. is there. At this time, based on the start of the variable display corresponding to the hold display H1, the active display AH corresponding to the hold display H1 is displayed in the active display area AHA, and the hold display H1 is displayed from the first start winning storage display area 5HL. It is erased and only the hold display H2 is displayed.

  In the scene (d) of FIG. 34, the suspended display H1 is erased and the suspended display H2 is shifted based on the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the suspended display H1. At the timing when the hold display H2 is shifted (timing at the time of shifting), the display mode of the hold display H2 changes from the “white” display mode to the “yellow” display mode based on the change pattern HPY2-4. Is displayed.

  According to the example illustrated in FIG. 34, an active display change effect that does not involve execution of a notification effect for notifying that the display mode of the active display changes as a specific effect, or an active display change effect that involves the execution of a notification effect is not executed. Even in this case, since the display mode of the hold display may change due to the hold display change effect as the specific effect, it is possible to improve the player's expectation of the specific effect. Also, there is a case where the active display change effect is executed as the specific effect and a case where the hold display change effect is executed as the specific effect. By executing the hold display change effect as the specific effect, the active display change effect is executed as the specific effect. Since the player's expectation of the active display change effect when the display change effect is executed can be improved, and the effect of the specific effect can be improved, the interest of the player can be improved. .

  (1) As described above, the gaming machine according to the above-described embodiment (for example, the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the like) performs variable display (for example, variable display of a special figure, variable display of a decorative pattern, variable display of a special figure and a decorative pattern, and the like). A gaming machine (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a high-accuracy state, a low-accuracy state, a high-base state or a low-base state, a reach, a big hit game state, a super reach, etc.) Special image display means for displaying a special image corresponding to the variable display based on the satisfaction of the variable display start condition (for example, displaying an active display corresponding to the variable display in the active display area). The special image display mode includes a plurality of types of display modes (for example, a red display mode and a yellow display mode) according to the degree of expectation controlled to be in an advantageous state. Blue display mode, white display mode, etc.), and when the display mode of the special image changes, the variable display start condition corresponding to the special image is satisfied. In advance (for example, when displayed as a hold display in the start winning prize memory display area 5H), the fact that the special image is changed is notified (for example, "two more times until a chance" as shown in FIG. 32). Notification by notification effect that displays an image to be notified, notification by notification effect by displaying a character image, notification by notification effect by displaying an effect, notification by notification effect such as sound output from a speaker or light emission by a lamp, etc. (For example, when an active display change effect accompanied by execution of a notification effect is executed as a specific effect, “ It is possible to inform the user that the pending display of the target changes when the target display is displayed in the active display area as the active display, by executing a display effect that displays an image that notifies the user that the display is "two times until the next time." ).

  According to such a configuration, a change in the display mode of the special image can be appropriately notified before the start condition of the variable display corresponding to the special image is satisfied. Can be improved. That is, before the variable display start condition corresponding to the special image is satisfied, it is possible to appropriately notify that the display mode of the special image is changed by the pre-reading notice effect, thereby improving the interest of the player. Can be done.

  Further, in any of the gaming machines described above, when it is notified that the special image changes, the display mode of the special image may change to a display mode that is equal to or more than a predetermined expected value ( For example, when the final display mode is changed to a display mode that is equal to or greater than a predetermined expected value (for example, a red display mode), the rate at which the specific display mode is determined to be the active display mode that involves the execution of the notification mode increases. There).

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the player's expectation that the display mode of the special image changes from the stage before the display mode of the special image changes.

  Further, in the above-mentioned gaming machine, the execution ratio of the notification effect may be higher when the number of stored memories is equal to or more than the predetermined number than when the number of stored memories is smaller than the predetermined number (for example, the specific effect). In the execution presence / absence determination table, when the number of reserved storages is 1 or more, the specific effect is more easily executed than when the number of reserved storages is less than 1. When the number of reserved storages is 2 or more, the number of reserved storages is less than 2. The specific effect is more easily executed than when the number of reserved storages is three or more than when the number of reserved storages is less than three.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the player's expectation that the display mode of the special image changes from the stage before the display mode of the special image changes.

  In any of the gaming machines described above, the special image can be displayed by taking over at least a part of the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the special image, and the display mode of the hold display having a predetermined expected value or more or When the display mode of the special image is changed, the rate of change of the display mode of the special image may be higher than that of the display mode of the hold display (for example, the display mode of the active display may be changed to the hold mode). When the display form of the display mode is taken over and the red display mode or the yellow display mode is adopted, the active display change production is performed more than the hold display change production is determined as the production production of the specific production. It is easy to determine as the production mode of the specific production).

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation even when the display mode of the hold display does not change, and it is possible to improve the interest of the player.

  Further, in any of the gaming machines described above, when the special image is notified of a change, the display mode of the hold display other than the hold display targeted for notification and the display mode of the special image change. (For example, when there is suspension information of a target on which an active display change production is executed as a specific production, the production execution flag is set to release the reservation information of the target. Until this is done, it is not decided to newly decide whether or not to perform a specific effect.)

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player from being confused as to which hold display should be expected.

  In the above description, the setting example of the determination ratio by the final display mode determination table for the first hold display, the setting example of the determination ratio by the final display mode determination table for the second hold display, the final display mode determination table of the active display, Has been described, and an example of a case where the final display mode is determined collectively has been described. However, the determination ratio of the final display mode determination table different in any or all of the first hold display, the second hold display, and the active display is described. The setting example may be used, or the first holding display may be set using the setting example of the determination ratio by the final display mode determination table which is different in any or all of the first holding display, the second holding display, and the active display. The final display mode of the display, the final display mode of the second hold display, and the final display mode of the active display may be determined separately.

  In the above description, when the hold display change effect is performed as the specific effect, the first hold display change effect for the first hold display and the second hold display change effect for the second hold display are prepared. However, the second hold display change effect for the second hold display may be executed in the same manner as the first hold display change effect for the first hold display, or the first hold display change effect and the second hold display change effect may be performed in the same manner. The second display display change effect and the second display display change effect may be performed as different display modes, or one or both of the first hold display change display effect and the second hold display change display may be executed as the display mode of the specific display. It may not be performed.

  In the above description, an example has been described in which when the hold display change effect is executed as the specific effect, the display mode of the hold display changes at the timing of the shift, but, for example, the variable display of the decorative symbol is started. Timing, the timing immediately before the decorative symbol is displayed in the reach design or the non-reach mode in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5R, or the decorative symbol is displayed in the reach mode or the non-reach mode in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5R. In the case where a timing immediately after a chance or a pseudo run is involved, the timing immediately before the chance symbol is displayed in the decorative symbol display area 5C as the pseudo run or the timing immediately after the chance symbol is displayed in the decorative symbol display area 5C as the pseudo run The display mode of the hold display may be changed at a timing such as By executing the rendering effect on the hold display, it may be changing the display mode of the hold display.

  In this case, in accordance with the number of temporary stoppages of the variable display in the pseudo continuous variation, a specific effect is provided immediately after the start of the variable display, such as at the start of the first variable display or the start of the second variable display. The timing of changing the display mode and the timing of executing the action effect may be set as the timing of changing the display mode and the timing of executing the action effect as the specific effect at a plurality of execution timings in a plurality of pseudo continuous fluctuations. Is also good. In addition, the timing at the time of the pseudo continuous change may be a timing after the reach is established (during reach) or a timing immediately before the reach is established.

  Further, in this case, of the plurality of timings, the one in which the specific effect is executed at a later timing in one variable display and the display mode of the hold display or the active display changes may be determined as a higher display mode. Alternatively, the timing may be determined using a timing determination table. Specifically, based on a timing determination table to which a determination value determined for each of a plurality of timings is assigned according to a variation category or a variation pattern in the timing determination table and a random number for timing determination. , The timing may be determined.

  In the above description, the display mode of the hold display and the display mode of the active display correspond to each other, and a part, for example, a case in which the form and the color are common has been described. If the display form of the hold display and the display form of the active display are prepared so as to correspond to each display form, the colors of the hold display and the active display, and some of the shapes and patterns are not necessarily common. You may.

  In the above description, a case has been described where the target on-hold information is one when the active display change effect is executed as the specific effect and when the hold display change effect is executed as the specific effect. Even when there is one target on-hold information, the specific effect may be executed by determining whether or not to execute the specific effect, the effect mode of the specific effect, and the like. In other words, the number of target hold information is not limited to one, but may be two or more.

  In the above description, the case where the hold display change effect is executed as the specific effect and the case where the active display change effect is executed as the specific effect have been described.For example, the hold display change effect was executed as the specific effect. Later, the active display change effect may be executed as the specific effect for the hold information of the same target.

  Note that, in the above description, an example was described in which, when a game ball was won, whether or not to execute a specific effect, the effect mode of the specific effect, and the like were determined. At this time, for example, when it is determined in step S150 and the variable display corresponding to the hold information of the target is made, whether or not to execute the specific effect, the effect mode of the specific effect, and the like may be determined by, for example, the process of step S171. . In this case, in step S150, the additional display mode of the hold display is determined based on the additional display mode determination table and the random number value for determining the additional display mode, and the variable display corresponding to the hold information of the target is determined. , The final display mode may be determined based on the final display mode determination table and the final display mode determination random value.

  In the above description, when the active display change effect with the execution of the notification effect is executed as the specific effect, the expected state is controlled to be more advantageous than when the active display change effect without the execution of the notification effect is executed. An example in which the ratio of display in the high display mode is high has been described, but the display is controlled in an advantageous state when the notification effect is executed and when the notification effect is not executed. The rate at which they are performed may be the same.

  In the above description, an example was described in which the display mode of the hold display at a stage earlier than the final display mode was determined after the final display mode was determined. The final display mode may be determined by determining the timing of the change, the display mode at the timing, and the display mode after the change, the number of steps higher than the display mode at the time of addition. That is, after the display mode at the time of addition is determined, the display mode up to the final display mode may be determined.

  In the above description, an example has been described in which the display mode of the hold display or the active display changes to the final display mode by executing the active display change effect as the specific effect or the hold display change effect as the specific effect. By performing the active display change effect or the hold display change effect on the active display of the same target or the hold display of the target a plurality of times, the display mode of the active display or the display mode of the hold display is changed in multiple stages. Is also good.

  In the above description, the case where the specific effect is executed at the normal time has been described. However, the specific effect is executed only when the game is in a specific game state, for example, in a high accuracy state or a high base state. May be.

  In the above description, as an example of the advantageous state in which the specific effect can be executed, the case of reach, super reach, big hit, or the like has been described. However, the specific effect is executed in the case of the high-accuracy state or the high base state. Or a specific effect may be performed according to the type of a big hit, or a specific effect may be performed according to the possibility of a pseudo-run, the expected degree of promotion at the time of a big hit, the expected degree of a reserved in-house, and the like. You may make it.

  In the above description, an example has been described in which the active display is deleted from the active display area of the image display device 5 immediately before the final stop of the decorative symbol display. However, the variation of the decorative symbol in the decorative symbol display area 5L is stopped and the decorative symbol display is performed. In the areas 5C and 5R, the active display may be deleted when the variable display is being performed, or the active display may be deleted after a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the change.

  In the above description, the variation category is determined on the main board 11 side using the random number value MR3 for determining the variation category, but the variation category may be determined on the effect control board 12 side. The same applies to the determination of the variation pattern. In the above description, the final display mode is determined using the random number value MR6 for determining the final display mode on the effect control board 12 side, but the final display mode may be determined on the main board 11 side. The same applies to the determination of whether or not to execute a specific effect.

  In the above description, as the notification effect for notifying that the display mode of the active display changes, for example, a notification effect for displaying an image for notifying “two more times to chance” as shown in FIG. 32 is executed. Although an example of the time has been described, a notification effect for notifying that the display mode of the active display changes by displaying a character image may be executed, or the display mode of the active display may change by displaying an effect. May be executed, or a sound effect of notifying that the display mode of the active display is changed by outputting sounds such as mechanical sound, music, and voice from a speaker is executed. It is also possible to notify that the display mode of the active display changes due to the light emission of the underframe or the lamp. It may be executed intellectual performance. In other words, if the change of the display mode of the active display is notified from the stage before the variable display corresponding to the active display is executed, the operation and the output of the sound, light, and role objects can be performed. When a sub liquid crystal (such as a touch panel functioning as a sub liquid crystal) is provided, a change in the display mode of the active display using the sub liquid crystal or the image display device 5 may be notified to the active display. The notification may be issued from a stage before the corresponding variable display is executed.

  In the above description, an example has been described in which a variable category determination table is selected and a variable category is determined in accordance with the number of retained storages and a special figure display result, as in the configuration example using the variable category determination table shown in FIG. The number of changes (for example, the number of changes since the end of the jackpot, or when the special figure display result is a predetermined number of “losses”) in place of or in addition to the number of reserved storages, the change category table shown in FIG. The change category may be selected by selecting the change category determination table so as to select “C-TBL3”.

  In the above description, an example has been described in which a variable category determination table is selected and a variable category is determined in accordance with the number of retained storages and a special figure display result, as in the configuration example using the variable category determination table shown in FIG. In place of or in addition to the number of reserved storages, the number of fluctuations (for example, the number of fluctuations after the end of the big hit, or when the special figure display result is a predetermined number of "losing", the fluctuation category determination table is selected again, The fluctuation category may be determined.

  In the above description, an example has been described in which a variable category determination table is selected and a variable category is determined in accordance with the number of retained storages and a special figure display result, as in the configuration example using the variable category determination table shown in FIG. When the game state shifts, such as when shifting from the high-accuracy low base state to the low-accuracy low base state or when shifting from the low-accuracy low base to the high-accuracy low base state, the change category determination table is used. The variation category may be determined by selecting again.

  The display mode of the hold display displayed in the first start winning storage display area 5HL and the second start winning storage display area 5HR may be a pattern or a character image drawn, or may be a predetermined period, for example. The specific hold display may be displayed as a hold display accompanied by an operation display that makes one rotation in the horizontal direction or the vertical direction in one second.

  In this case, for example, as the prize effect determination processing in step S150, the specific hold display is performed by determining whether the specific hold display is already displayed in the first start prize storage display area 5HL or the second start prize storage display area 5HR. Judgment is made by referring to the flag indicating that the specific hold display is being displayed, and if the specific hold display is already displayed, the timer that was set in advance when the specific hold display was displayed is used to determine the specific display that has already been displayed. The timing (for example, rotation timing) of the operation display of the hold display is determined, and based on the determination result, the operation display of the specific hold display added by the first start winning or the second start winning is displayed on the specific hold display being displayed. What is necessary is just to display in synchronization with the operation display.

  In this case, for example, after performing an appearance effect of causing the specific hold display to appear in the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR, the operation display may be synchronized based on the timer, While performing the appearance effect of causing the specific hold display to appear in the first start winning storage display area 5HL or the second start winning storage display area 5HR, the operation display of the specific hold display to be added is changed to the specific hold being displayed. The display may be performed in synchronization with the display operation display, or an appearance effect may be executed after the synchronization.

  In addition, when performing the hold display by the specific hold display, the hold display may be performed in the gaming state, for example, in the high base state or the low base state, or may be performed in the high certainty state or the low certainty state. May be performed, may be executed when the specific effect is being executed, or may be executed when the hold display change effect is being executed as the specific effect. Alternatively, it may be executed when the second hold display is being displayed.

  In other words, after the game medium has passed through the start area, an appearance effect associated with the display of the hold display is executed, and as a hold display in the game state or the execution state of the specific effect, for example, an operation of making one revolution in one second or the like. It is possible to display a specific hold display to be displayed, and to execute a predetermined effect when displaying a new specific hold display based on the passing of the game medium through the start area during the display of the specific hold display. From among them, the operation display of the new specific hold display may be synchronized with the operation display of the specific hold display being displayed.

  When the active display change effect is executed as the specific effect, the display mode of the active display after the change may be changed depending on whether or not the notification effect is executed. For example, when the notification effect is executed, it may be changed to a display mode of an active display that is hard to change or does not change when the notification effect is not executed, or hard to change or does not change when the notification effect is executed. The display mode may be changed to an active display mode.

  Note that the presence / absence of execution of the specific effect may not be determined based on the specific effect execution presence / absence determination table and the random number value for the presence / absence of specific effect execution, but may be determined based on a variation pattern or a variation category.

  The embodiment of the present invention has been described above. However, the device configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 1, the data configuration, the processing shown in the flowchart, various rendering operations including the rendering image display operation in the display area of the image display device 5, and the like. Can be arbitrarily changed and modified without departing from the spirit of the present invention.

  In the above-described embodiment, the execution ratio of the prefetch notice effect may be different depending on how much the total number of suspended storages exceeds a predetermined number (for example, five). For example, the execution ratio of the prefetch notice effect may be higher when the total number of suspended storages is five than when the total number of suspended storages is eight.

  In addition, the device configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 1, the data configuration, the processing shown in the flowchart, and various rendering operations including the rendering image display operation in the display area of the image display device 5 deviate from the gist of the present invention. Any changes and modifications can be made without departing from the scope.

  For example, using a frequency, which is a game value of a size specified from the recording information of a game recording medium such as a prepaid card or a membership card, to give a game score for use in the game, The present invention can also be applied to a gaming machine in which a player plays a game by hitting a gaming ball enclosed in the gaming machine into a gaming area using a score or a game score given by a prize in a game.

  That is, based on a game medium passing through a start area provided in the game area, a variable display means for variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information each of which can be identified and deriving and displaying a display result, When the predetermined specific display result is derived and displayed on the display means, the gaming machine is controlled to a specific gaming state that is advantageous to the player. However, when the gaming score is not 0, the gaming score is used in the gaming machine. The game is performed by hitting the game ball enclosed in the game area, the game score is subtracted according to the shot of the game ball, and the game score is set according to the game ball winning in the prize area provided in the game area. The present invention can also be applied to a gaming machine that adds. Such a gaming machine has a game recording medium insertion slot for inserting a game recording medium in which information capable of specifying the magnitude of a game value usable for addition of a game score is recorded, and a game recording medium. A game recording medium processing means for reading recorded information recorded on the game recording medium inserted into the medium insertion slot may be provided.

  Also, for example, a game machine using a game medium as an example has been described, but the game machine according to the present invention is not limited to a game machine that pays out a predetermined number of game media as a prize, and may use a game medium such as a game ball. The present invention can also be applied to an enclosed gaming machine that awardes a score when the conditions for providing a premium are satisfied.

  For example, there is a gaming machine that is controlled to a probability changing state after a jackpot game based on the fact that there is a probability changing big hit or a normal big hit as a big hit type, and based on the fact that the big hit type is determined to be a probability changing big hit. Not limited. For example, a special variable prize ball device provided with a predetermined variable region therein (a variable variable prize ball device may be provided in only one special variable prize ball device, or a plurality of special variable prize balls may be provided. A probability change area may be provided in a part of the device), the probability change is determined based on the game ball passing through the probability change area in the special variable prize ball device during the big hit game, and the big hit game The present invention can also be applied to a gaming machine controlled to be in a probable change state after the end.

  A sorting device is provided above the normal winning ball device 6A and the normal variable winning ball device 6B, and when the game ball passes through the sorting device, the normal winning ball device 6A and the normal variable winning ball device 6B are alternately switched. You may make it win.

  In the above-described embodiment, the pachinko gaming machine is used as an example of the gaming machine. However, the present invention is applied to a case where a predetermined number of bets are set by inserting medals, and a plurality of types are provided according to the operation of the operation lever by the player. If the combination of stopped symbols becomes a specific symbol combination when the symbol is rotated according to the operation of the stop button by the player, the predetermined number of medals are paid out to the player. It is also possible.

  For example, the gaming machine according to the present invention is a slot machine as described above which can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, bonus, ART, AT, CZ, or the like (hereinafter, bonus state, etc.) advantageous to the player. , A special image corresponding to a game to be executed from now on (e.g., a special image corresponding to a game executed after one game, a special image corresponding to a game executed after two games,..., Etc.) (e.g., Special image display means (for example, display on a liquid crystal screen provided in the slot machine) (for example, a process of deleting one oldest special image and additionally displaying one new special image at the time of each game); The display mode of the special image includes a plurality of types of display modes (for example, a red display mode, a yellow display mode, and a blue display mode) in accordance with the degree of expectation controlled to be in an advantageous state. White display mode, etc.), and the game is executed when the display mode of the special image corresponding to the game changes when one game is executed. Before (for example, one game before, two games before,..., Etc.), the slot machine may be notified of the change of the special image. In other words, before the execution of the game executed after the several games, it is notified that the display mode of the special image corresponding to the game executed after the several games changes in the game executed after the several games. May be a slot machine characterized in that

  According to such a configuration, a change in the display mode of the special image can be appropriately notified before the game corresponding to the special image is executed, thereby improving the interest of the player. be able to.

  In addition, the device configuration and data configuration of the gaming machine, the processing shown in the flowchart, the image display operation in the image display device for executing a predetermined effect such as a notice effect, the sound output operation in the speaker, and a game effect lamp, Various effecting operations including the lighting operation of the decorative LED can be arbitrarily changed and modified without departing from the spirit of the present invention. In addition, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to a payout-type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of game media as a prize based on the occurrence of a prize, but is not limited to a payout type gaming machine, and is provided with a score based on the occurrence of a prize. Can also be applied to an enclosed game machine.

  Also, in the above description, when the variation is started, the variation is started to notify the variation control microcomputer (the production control CPU 120) of the variation pattern indicating the variation mode such as the variation time, the type of the reach effect, and the presence or absence of the pseudo-run. Although an example in which one variation pattern command is transmitted has been described, the variation pattern may be notified to the effect control microcomputer by two or more commands. Specifically, in the case of notifying using two commands, the game control microcomputer 100 (CPU 103) uses the first command to determine whether or not there is a pseudo-run, whether or not there is a sliding effect, etc. A command indicating the fluctuation time and fluctuation mode (before the so-called second stop) is transmitted to the second command. The second command indicates the type of reach and the presence or absence of a re-lottery effect. The command indicating the fluctuation time and the fluctuation mode (after the so-called second stop) may be transmitted.

  In this case, the effect control microcomputer may perform the effect control in the fluctuation display based on the fluctuation time derived from the combination of the two commands. In addition, the microcomputer 100 for game control notifies the fluctuating time by each of two commands, and the specific fluctuating mode executed at each timing is selected by the effect control microcomputer. Is also good. When two commands are sent, two commands may be sent within the same timer interrupt. After the first command is sent, a predetermined time has elapsed (for example, the next timer interrupt). The second command may be transmitted. Note that the variation mode indicated by each command is not limited to this example, and the order of transmission can be appropriately changed. As described above, by notifying the variation pattern by two or more commands, the amount of data that must be stored as the variation pattern command can be reduced.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, “different ratios” is not limited to those having different ratios in a relationship such as A: B = 70%: 30% or A: B = 30%: 70%. It is a concept that also includes those having different ratios in a relationship such as A: B = 100%: 0%.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, there is a gaming machine that is controlled to the positive change state after the end of the big hit game, based on the fact that the big hit type includes the probable big hit and the normal big hit, and the big hit type is determined to be the probable big hit. However, the present invention is not limited to such gaming machines. For example, a special variable prize ball device provided with a predetermined variable area is provided therein, and a probability change is determined based on a game ball passing through the variable region in the special variable prize ball device during the big hit game, and the big hit game The configuration described in the above embodiment can be applied to a gaming machine that is controlled to the probable change state after the end.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, for example, a case has been described in which a plurality of types of special symbols and decorative symbols “1” to “9” are variably displayed and the display result is derived and displayed. Not limited to For example, the symbol variably displayed and the symbol derived and displayed are not necessarily the same, and a symbol different from the symbol variably displayed may be derived and displayed. Further, it is not always necessary to variably display a plurality of types of symbols, and the variable display may be executed using only one type of symbol. In this case, for example, variable display may be performed by alternately turning on and blinking the one type of symbol display. Also in this case, one type of symbol used for the variable display may be derived and displayed last, or a symbol different from the one type of symbol may be derived and displayed last. It may be something.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, for example, a case has been described in which a plurality of types of special symbols and decorative symbols “1” to “9” are variably displayed and the display result is derived and displayed. It is not limited to the embodiment. For example, the symbol variably displayed and the symbol derived and displayed are not necessarily the same, and a symbol different from the symbol variably displayed may be derived and displayed. Further, it is not always necessary to variably display a plurality of types of symbols, and the variable display may be executed using only one type of symbol. In this case, for example, variable display may be performed by alternately turning on and blinking the one type of symbol display. Also in this case, one type of symbol used for the variable display may be derived and displayed last, or a symbol different from the one type may be derived and displayed last. There may be.

  In the above embodiment, the main board 11 stores the random number determination tables (display result determination table, jackpot type determination table, and fluctuation category determination table), and the random number determination tables are extracted from the main board 11 at the time of the start winning. Based on the random number values (MR1 to MR3), the main substrate 11 refers to the random number determination table and determines the random number value (determines whether or not a big hit occurs, determines a variation category, and determines a big hit). In this case, the effect control board 12 receives the determination result determined in the main board 11 and executes the prefetch notice effect based on the received determination result. The execution mode of the prefetch notice effect is not limited to this.

  For example, the effect control board 12 stores the random number determination table, and the effect control board 12 receives the random number itself extracted from the main board 11 from the main board 11, and based on the received random number. The random number value determination processing may be performed with reference to the random number value determination table, and the prefetch notice effect may be performed based on the determination result of the determination processing. That is, the determination process of the random number value may be performed in the effect control board 12.

  Further, the determination process of the random number value may be performed on both the main board 11 and the effect control board 12. For example, the effect control board 12 may receive a part of the random number value, execute the process of determining the random number value, and also receive the determination result determined by the main board 11. Specifically, for example, the effect control board 12 receives the random numbers (MR1 and MR2), determines whether or not a big hit is to be made, and if it is a big hit, determines the type of the big hit. The determination result of the fluctuation category determined by the main board 11 based on (MR3) may be received. That is, the effect control board 12 can execute the prefetch notice effect based on the determination result determined by itself and the determination result determined by the main substrate 11.

  The random numbers may not be synchronized by changing the update timing of each random number or by changing the update range of each random number.

  The programs and data for realizing the present invention are not limited to the form distributed and provided to a computer device or the like included in the pachinko gaming machine 1 by a removable recording medium. The distribution may be performed by pre-installing the storage device in the storage device. Furthermore, by providing a communication processing unit, programs and data for implementing the present invention are distributed by downloading from other devices on a network connected via a communication line or the like. It does not matter.

  The game can be executed not only by installing a removable recording medium, but also by temporarily storing a program and data downloaded via a communication line or the like in an internal memory or the like. Alternatively, the program may be directly executed using hardware resources of another device on a network connected via a communication line or the like. Further, the game may be executed by exchanging data with another computer device or the like via a network.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Pachinko game machine 2 ... Game board 3 ... Game machine frame 4A, 4B ... Special symbol display device 5 ... Image display device 5HL ... First start winning storage storage display area 5HR ... Second start winning storage display area 5H ... Start winning Memory display area 6A ... Normal winning ball device 6B ... Normal variable winning ball device 7 ... Special variable winning ball device 8 ... Speaker 9 ... Lamp 11 ... Main board 12 ... Production control board 13 ... Voice control board 14 ... Lamp control board 15 ... Relay board 20 ... Normal symbol display 21 ... Gate switch 22A ... First starting port switch 22B ... Second starting port switch 23 ... Count switch 31A ... Stick controller 31B ... Push button 100 ... Game control microcomputers 101 and 121 ... ROM
102, 122 ... RAM
103 ... CPU
104, 124 ... random number circuits 105, 125 ... I / O
120… effect control CPU
123 ... display control unit

Claims (1)

A gaming machine capable of performing variable display and controlling to an advantageous state advantageous to a player,
Holding storage means for storing information on the variable display for which the start condition is not satisfied, as holding information,
Hold display means for performing a hold display corresponding to the hold information stored in the hold storage means,
Based on the variable display start condition is satisfied, provided with a special image display means for displaying a special image corresponding to the variable display, and
Display mode and hold display of the display mode of the special image is a possible change in any of the plurality of types of display modes in accordance with expectations, which is controlled to an advantageous state,
When the display mode of the special image changes, before the start condition of the variable display corresponding to the special image is established, it can perform the notification effect that informs that the special image is changed,
If the number of pending information stored in the hold memory means is equal to or more than a predetermined number, execution ratio of the notification effect than when the number of stored suspension information to said holding memory means is less than a predetermined number of rather high ,
A gaming machine characterized in that, depending on the display mode of a special image finally displayed, the ratio of changing the display mode at the stage of the hold display or changing the display mode at the stage of the special image is different .