JP6646566B2 - Gaming machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine or a slot machine that performs variable display.

  As a gaming machine, a game medium, which is a game medium, is fired into a game area by a launch device, and when a game ball wins a winning area such as a winning opening provided in the game area, a predetermined number of winning balls are paid out to the player. There is something to be done. Further, a variable display device capable of variably displaying (also referred to as “fluctuations”) the identification information is provided, and when the display result of the variable display of the identification information is a specific display result on the variable display device, a game state (game The state of the machine, that is, the state in which the gaming machine is controlled.) Is changed to give a predetermined game value to the player (a so-called pachinko machine).

  Further, after setting a predetermined number of bets for one game on a predetermined game medium, the player operates a start lever to start variably displaying identification information on a variable display device, and the player By operating the stop button provided corresponding to the display device, the variable display of the identification information is stopped within the range of the predetermined maximum delay time from the operation timing, and the variable display of all the variable display devices is performed. A prize is generated according to the display result derived when the game is stopped, a predetermined predetermined game medium is paid out according to the prize, and when a specific prize is generated, the gaming state is changed to a predetermined game value by the player. (A slot machine).

  In addition, the game value means that a variable winning ball device provided in the gaming area of the gaming machine has an advantageous state for a player who is easy to win a hit ball, or generates a right to be in an advantageous state for the player. Or a condition in which the conditions for paying out prize balls are easily satisfied.

  In the pachinko gaming machine, a predetermined specific display mode is derived and displayed as a display result of a variable display of a special symbol (identification information) started on the variable display device based on a winning of a game ball in a starting winning opening. When this is done, a "big hit" occurs. Note that the derived display is to finally stop and display the symbol (final stop symbol). When a big hit occurs, for example, the big winning opening is opened a predetermined number of times, and the state shifts to a big hit game state in which a hit ball is easy to win. Then, in each open period, when a predetermined number (for example, 10) of winning prizes is won, the winning prize opening is closed. The number of opening of the special winning opening is fixed to a predetermined number (for example, 15 rounds). An opening time (for example, 29 seconds) is determined for each opening, and if the opening time elapses even if the number of winnings does not reach a predetermined number, the winning opening is closed. Hereinafter, the opening period of each special winning opening may be referred to as a round. A game in a round may be called a round game.

  Further, in the variable display device, a symbol other than a symbol which is a final stop symbol (for example, a middle symbol among the left, middle, and right symbols) is continuously stopped for a predetermined period of time and stops and swings in a state where the symbol matches a specific display result. It is possible for a big hit to occur before the final result is displayed due to movement, enlargement / reduction or deformation, or when multiple symbols fluctuate synchronously with the same symbol, or when the position of the displayed symbol is switched, etc. An effect performed in a state in which sex is continued (hereinafter, these states are referred to as a reach state) is referred to as a reach effect. The reach state and the state thereof are referred to as a reach mode. Further, a variable display including a reach effect is called a reach variable display. Then, if the display result of the symbol variably displayed on the variable display device is not a specific display result, the result is “missing” and the variable display state ends. A player plays a game while enjoying how to generate a big hit.

  In such a gaming machine, Patent Literature 1 describes that an effect mode can be selected according to an operation of a player during a customer waiting demonstration, and a state of a movable body is changed according to the selected effect mode. Have been.

JP 2013-78498 A

  However, according to the invention described in Patent Literature 1, when the movable body is in a state corresponding to a specific effect mode during the customer waiting demonstration, the player mistakenly determines that the specific effect mode has already been selected. There is a risk that it will.

  Accordingly, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can prevent a player from erroneously recognizing a selected effect mode.

(1) A gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine that performs variable display (for example, variable display of special symbols, ordinary symbols, and effect symbols), and is a movable body (eg, accessory 200) operably provided. When the variable display is not executed, the effect mode selecting means (for example, the effect control microcomputer 100 can select the effect mode (e.g., effect mode A to C) in accordance with the operation of the player by executing the step S829). A part to be executed) and movable body control means for changing the position of the movable body in accordance with the effect mode selected by the effect mode selection means (for example, a part in which effect control microcomputer 100 executes step S8004d; see FIG. 43). ), When the next variable display is not executed even after a predetermined period of time after the variable display is completed, a standby effect is performed until the next variable display is executed. An executable stand-by effect performing means, wherein the movable body is movable between a stand-by position and an effect position distant from the stand-by position, and the movable body control means, when the stand-by effect is being executed. , to position the movable member at the standby position (e.g., state located demo position) line physician control (e.g., the portion. FIG. 43 the microcomputer 100 for the effect control performs step S827a (C), FIG. 44 (2 )) , When the variable display is started while the movable body is being moved to the standby position, the movable body is moved to the standby position and then moved to a position corresponding to the effect mode .
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent an increase in processing load.
Further, the movable body is movable between an origin position and a position distant from the origin position, the first operation control for positioning the movable body at the origin position, and the movable body can operate normally. It is possible to perform a second operation control for confirming that the movable body operates within a range between the first speed and a second speed higher than the first speed. The first operation control may be performed such that the movable body operates at a speed equal to or lower than the first speed in the second operation control.

(2) In the gaming machine of the above (1), the movable body control means sets the movable body in a specific state (for example, a demonstration) when the next variable display is not executed even after a lapse of a predetermined period after the variable display ends. (For example, a part where the effect control microcomputer 100 executes step S827a; see FIGS. 43 (C) and 44 (2)).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prepare for changing the state of the movable body according to the selected effect mode.

(3) The gaming machine according to (1) or (2) above, further comprising an effect execution unit capable of executing an effect using a movable body controlled to a state corresponding to the effect mode (for example, the effect control microcomputer 100). Perform steps S8004a, S8007, and S8105. See FIG. 39 and FIG. 43).
According to such a configuration, an effect according to the effect mode and the state of the movable body can be executed, and the effect of the effect can be improved.

(4) In the gaming machine according to any one of the above (1) to (3), after the variable display is completed, a standby effect (for example, a customer waiting demonstration) when the next variable display is not executed even after a predetermined period has elapsed. ) Can be executed (for example, a part where the effect control microcomputer 100 executes step S825; see FIG. 44 (2)), and the standby effect executing means satisfies the variable display start condition. Based on this, the standby effect is ended (for example, a portion where the effect control microcomputer 100 executes step S821; see FIG. 44 (7)), and the effect execution means is a variable display executed after the standby effect is ended. In some cases, the effect using the movable body is not executed (for example, the portion where the effect control microcomputer 100 executes step S8004b). It may be.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to secure a time for changing the movable body to a state corresponding to the effect mode, and to prevent the operation of the movable body from being inconsistent with the effect.

(5) In the gaming machine according to any one of the above (1) to (4), when the variable display is started while the movable body is being changed to the specific state, the movable body control means may control the movable body to be in the specific state. After changing to the specific state, the state may be changed to a state corresponding to the effect mode (for example, a part where effect control microcomputer 100 executes steps S8004c to S8004d).
According to such a configuration, irregular control can be avoided, and a problem can be prevented from occurring in the movable body.

(6) In the gaming machine according to any one of the above (1) to (5), the movable body control means performs a first operation control (for example, a non-detection operation control or a detection operation control) for positioning the movable body at the origin position. Operation control), a second operation control for confirming that the movable body can operate normally (for example, operation control for actual operation confirmation), and a third operation control for performing an effect by the movable body (for example, In the second operation control, the movable body operates within the range of the first speed and the second speed higher than the first speed. (For example, when the operation control for confirming the actual operation is executed, the speed in the range between the minimum speed (low speed) as the first speed and the maximum speed (high speed) as the second speed higher than the minimum speed is set. To control the accessory 200 to operate). In other words, control is performed such that the accessory 200 operates at a speed equal to or lower than the first speed in the second operation control (for example, when the non-detection operation control or the detection operation control as the first operation control is executed, (2) The accessory 200 is controlled to operate at a speed equal to or lower than the minimum speed in the actual operation confirmation operation control as the operation control (in this example, the same speed as the minimum speed in the actual operation confirmation operation control). Is also good.
According to such a configuration, in the first operation control, the movable body operates at a speed that can be stopped at any timing, and thus can be safely positioned at the origin position. The production effect can be improved.

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko gaming machine from the front. It is a block diagram showing the example of circuit composition of a game control board (main board). It is a block diagram showing an example of a circuit configuration of an effect control board, a lamp driver board, and a sound output board. 9 is a flowchart illustrating a main process executed by a CPU on a main board. It is a flowchart which shows a 4ms timer interruption process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the fluctuation pattern of the effect symbol prepared beforehand. FIG. 4 is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. It is explanatory drawing which shows a big hit determination table, a small hit determination table, and a big hit type determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the fluctuation pattern type determination table for big hits. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern type for outliers. It is explanatory drawing which shows a hit fluctuation pattern determination table. FIG. 9 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a deviation variation pattern determination table. It is an explanatory view showing an example of the contents of an effect control command. It is an explanatory view showing an example of the contents of an effect control command. It is an explanatory view showing an example of the contents of a design specification command. FIG. 9 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of the content of a fluctuation category command. FIG. 9 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of the content of a fluctuation category command. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows a starting port switch passage process. FIG. 4 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a configuration example of a hold storage buffer. It is a flowchart which shows the presentation process at the time of a prize. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows a display result designation command transmission process. It is a flowchart which shows a process during a special symbol change. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol stop process. It is a flow chart which shows big hit end processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of special symbol display control processing. It is a flow chart which shows the production control main processing which the production control CPU executes. FIG. 4 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a configuration example of a command reception buffer. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows the effect control process process. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows the effect symbol fluctuation start process. It is an explanatory view showing an example of a stop symbol of an effect symbol. It is an explanatory view showing a configuration example of an effect determination table. FIG. 4 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a configuration example of process data. It is a flowchart which shows the process during the effect symbol fluctuation. It is a flowchart which shows the effect symbol fluctuation stop processing. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of the effect mode. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of the accessory control. It is explanatory drawing which shows the operation example at the time of non-detection operation control, operation control at the time of detection, and operation control for actual operation confirmation. It is explanatory drawing which shows the operation speed example of operation control at the time of non-detection, operation control at the time of detection, and operation control for actual operation confirmation.

Embodiment 1 FIG.
Hereinafter, a first embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. First, the overall configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 1 as an example of the gaming machine will be described. FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 as viewed from the front.

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 includes an outer frame (not shown) formed in a vertically long rectangular shape, and a game frame attached to the inside of the outer frame so as to be openable and closable. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 1 has a glass door frame 2 formed in a frame shape and provided in a game frame so as to be openable and closable. The game frame includes a front frame (not shown) that is installed to be freely openable and closable with respect to the outer frame, a mechanism plate (not shown) to which mechanical components and the like are attached, and various components attached to them (game components to be described later). (Excluding the board 6).

  On the lower surface of the glass door frame 2, there is a hit ball supply tray (upper tray) 3. Below the hitting ball supply tray 3, a surplus ball receiving tray 4 for storing game balls that cannot be accommodated in the hitting ball supply tray 3, and a hitting operation handle (operation knob) 5 for firing hitting balls are provided. A game board 6 is detachably attached to the back of the glass door frame 2. The game board 6 is a structure that includes a plate-like body constituting the board and various components attached to the plate-like body. On the front surface of the game board 6, there is formed a game area 7 in which the shot game balls can flow down.

  The member forming the surplus ball receiving tray (lower tray) 4 is formed in a stick shape (rod shape) at a predetermined position (for example, a central portion of the lower tray) on the upper surface of the lower tray main body. A stick controller 122 that can be held and tilted in a plurality of directions (front, rear, left, and right) is attached. Note that the stick controller 122 is provided 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 122 with the operation hand (for example, the left hand). A trigger button 121 (see FIG. 3) capable of performing an instruction operation is provided, and a trigger sensor 125 (see FIG. 3) for detecting a predetermined instruction operation such as a push-pull operation on the trigger button 121 is provided inside the operation rod of the stick controller 122. 3). Further, a tilt direction sensor unit 123 (see FIG. 3) for detecting a tilt operation on the operation rod is provided in the lower portion of the stick controller 122 inside the main body of the lower plate. The stick controller 122 has a built-in vibrator motor 126 (see FIG. 3) for causing the stick controller 122 to vibrate.

  The member that forms the hitting ball supply tray (upper plate) 3 has a predetermined instruction operation performed by a player at a predetermined position (for example, above the stick controller 122) on the near side on the upper surface of the upper plate main body. A possible push button 120 is provided. The push button 120 may be configured to be able to mechanically, electrically, or electromagnetically detect a predetermined instruction operation such as a pressing operation from a player. A push sensor 124 (see FIG. 3) for detecting a player's operation performed on the push button 120 may be provided inside the main body of the upper plate at the installation position of the push button 120. In the configuration example shown in FIG. 1, the mounting positions of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 are in a vertical positional relationship at the center of the upper plate and the lower plate. On the other hand, the mounting position of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 may be set to the position on the upper plate and the lower plate that is shifted to the left or right while maintaining the vertical positional relationship. Alternatively, the mounting positions of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 may not be in the vertical position but may be in the left and right positional relationship.

  In the vicinity of the center of the game area 7, an effect display device 9 composed of a liquid crystal display (LCD) is provided. The display screen of the effect display device 9 has an effect symbol display area for effecting variable display of effect symbols in synchronization with variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. Therefore, the effect display device 9 corresponds to a variable display device that variably displays effect symbols. The effect symbol display area has a symbol display area for variably displaying, for example, three decorative symbols (for effect) of “left”, “middle”, and “right”. The symbol display area includes “left”, “middle”, and “right” symbol display areas, but the position of the symbol display area may not be fixed on the display screen of the effect display device 9, The three areas of the display area may be separated. The effect display device 9 is controlled by an effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board. When the variable display of the first special symbol is executed on the first special symbol display 8a, the effect control microcomputer causes the effect display device 9 to execute the effect display with the variable display, and the second special symbol is displayed. When the variable display of the second special symbol is being performed on the symbol display 8b, the effect display is performed on the effect display device 9 along with the variable display, so that the progress of the game can be easily grasped. .

  Further, in the effect display device 9, a symbol other than the symbol which is the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol among the left and right middle symbols) continues for a predetermined time, and the big hit symbol (for example, the left middle right symbol becomes the same symbol). (Combination of symbols), stopped, rocked, scaled or deformed, or multiple symbols fluctuated synchronously with the same symbol, or the positions of displayed symbols were switched. An effect performed in a state where the possibility of occurrence of a big hit continues before the final result is displayed (hereinafter, these states are referred to as a reach state) is referred to as a reach effect. The reach state and the state thereof are referred to as a reach mode. Further, a variable display including a reach effect is called a reach variable display. Then, if the display result of the symbol variably displayed on the effect display device 9 is not a big hit symbol, the result is “missing” and the variable display state ends. A player plays a game while enjoying how to generate a big hit.

  In addition, in this embodiment, the case where the effect symbols are displayed in a variable manner as the effect of the liquid crystal display in the effect display device 9 is described. However, the effects performed by the effect display device 9 are the same as those described in this embodiment. Instead, for example, an effect having a predetermined story characteristic may be executed, and an effect of displaying the result of the story based on the determination result of the big hit determination or the variation pattern may be executed. For example, while performing a professional wrestling or soccer game or a battle effect where enemy and ally characters fight, a performance that wins the game or battle if it is a big hit, and a performance that defeats the game or battle if it is out of place Is also good. Further, for example, instead of displaying a result such as a win or loss, an effect of sequentially developing a predetermined story such as a story may be executed.

  On the right side of the effect display device 9, a first special symbol display (first variable display section) 8a for variably displaying a first special symbol as identification information is provided. In this embodiment, the first special symbol display 8a is realized by a simple and small display (for example, a 7-segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers from 0 to 9. That is, the first special symbol display 8a is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) of 0 to 9. On the right side of the effect display device 9 (on the right of the first special symbol display 8a), a second special symbol display (second variable display section) 8b for variably displaying a second special symbol as identification information. Is also provided. The second special symbol display 8b is realized by a simple and small display (for example, a 7-segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers from 0 to 9. That is, the second special symbol display 8b is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) of 0 to 9.

  The small display is formed, for example, in a square shape. In this embodiment, the type of the first special symbol and the type of the second special symbol are the same (for example, both numbers 0 to 9), but the types may be different. In addition, the first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol display 8b may be configured to variably display, for example, numbers from 00 to 99 (or two-digit symbols).

  Hereinafter, the first special symbol and the second special symbol may be collectively referred to as a special symbol, and the first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol display 8b are collectively referred to as a special symbol display (variable display unit). May be.

  In this embodiment, a case is shown in which two special symbol displays 8a and 8b are provided, but the gaming machine may be provided with only one special symbol display.

  In the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the first start condition or the second start condition, which is the execution condition of the variable display, is satisfied (for example, the game ball is the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening). 14 (including winning), the variable display start condition (for example, when the number of storages to be held is not 0, and the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is not executed) This is started based on the establishment of a state and a state in which the big hit game is not executed), and after a variable display time (variable time) elapses, a display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. The passing of the game ball means that the game ball has passed through an area that is previously determined as a winning area, such as a winning opening or a gate, and includes a concept that the game ball has entered (wins) the winning opening. It is. Deriving and displaying a display result means that a symbol (an example of identification information) is finally and finally displayed.

  Although not shown in FIG. 1, on the display screen of the effect display device 9, the first special symbol for the fourth special symbol is displayed in synchronization with the first special symbol for the variable display. A fourth symbol display area for a symbol and a fourth symbol display area for a second special symbol in which the variable display of the fourth symbol for the second special symbol is performed in synchronization with the variable display of the second special symbol. You may do so. The fourth symbol is always displayed in a variably manner with a constant operation, and does not disappear from the screen or is shielded by a shield, so that it can always be visually recognized.

  Below the effect display device 9, a winning device having a first starting winning opening 13 is provided. The game ball that has won the first start winning port 13 is guided to the back of the game board 6, and is detected by the first start port switch 13a.

  Below the winning device having the first starting winning port (first starting port) 13, a variable winning ball device 15 having a second starting winning port 14 in which a game ball can be won is provided. The game ball that has won the second starting winning port (second starting port) 14 is guided to the back of the game board 6, and is detected by the second starting port switch 14a. The variable winning ball device 15 is opened by the solenoid 16. When the variable winning prize ball device 15 is opened, the game ball can enter the second starting winning port 14 (the starting winning is easily performed), and the state becomes advantageous for the player. In the state where the variable winning prize ball device 15 is in the open state, a game ball is more likely to win in the second starting winning opening 14 than in the first starting winning opening 13. Further, in a state where the variable winning ball device 15 is in the closed state, the game ball does not win the second starting winning port 14. Therefore, in the state where the variable winning prize ball device 15 is in the closed state, game balls are more likely to win in the first starting winning opening 13 than in the second starting winning opening 14. In the state where the variable winning prize ball device 15 is in the closed state, it may be configured such that it is difficult to win, but it is possible to win (that is, it is difficult for the game ball to win).

  Hereinafter, the first starting winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 may be collectively referred to as a starting winning opening or a starting opening.

  When the variable prize ball device 15 is controlled to be in an open state, a game ball heading for the variable prize ball device 15 is extremely easy to win the second starting winning port 14. The first start winning opening 13 is provided directly below the effect display device 9. However, the distance between the lower end of the effect display device 9 and the first start winning opening 13 is further reduced, or the first start winning opening 13 is provided. 13 and the arrangement of nails around the first starting winning opening 13 makes it difficult for the game balls to be guided to the first starting winning opening 13, and the winning rate of the second starting winning opening 14 is reduced. May be made higher than the winning rate of the first starting winning opening 13.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, the variable winning ball device 15 that opens and closes only the second starting winning port 14 is provided. A configuration in which a variable winning ball device that opens and closes any of the starting winning ports 14 may be provided.

  Above the second special symbol display 8b, there is provided a second special symbol hold storage display 18b composed of four displays for displaying the number of effective winning balls in the second starting winning opening 14, that is, the number of second hold storage. Is provided. The second special symbol hold storage display 18b increases the number of lighted displays by one each time there is a valid start winning. Then, each time the variable display on the second special symbol display 8b is started, the number of illuminated displays is reduced by one.

  Further, above the second special symbol hold storage display 18b, the number of effective winning balls in the first start winning opening 13, that is, the first hold memory number (the hold memory is also referred to as a start memory or a start winning memory). ) Is provided with a first special symbol reservation storage display 18a composed of four displays. The first special symbol hold storage display 18a increases the number of lighted displays by one each time there is a valid start winning. Then, each time the variable display on the first special symbol display 8a is started, the number of illuminated displays is reduced by one.

  In addition, a lower part of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is provided with a first hold storage display part 9a for displaying the first hold storage number and a second hold storage display part 9b for displaying the second hold storage number. ing. The first hold display section 9a displays a first hold display corresponding to each of the first hold memories. Further, a second hold display is displayed on the second hold storage display section 9b corresponding to each of the second hold memories. In this embodiment, a case is shown in which the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number are individually displayed, but the sum of the total number of the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number is shown. You may comprise so that the total suspended storage display part which displays the suspended storage number may be provided. With such a configuration, it is possible to easily grasp the total number of satisfied execution conditions in which the variable display start condition is not satisfied. In addition, in the case of such a configuration, the first holding memory and the second holding memory are displayed side by side in the winning order in the first starting winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 in the combined holding storage display unit. Is displayed in a manner that allows the user to recognize whether the storage is the first storage or the second storage (for example, the first storage is displayed in red and the second storage is displayed in blue). You may comprise.

  Also, an active display in which a specific display corresponding to the currently executing variable display is displayed between the first hold storage display unit 9a and the second hold storage display unit 9b at the bottom of the display screen of the effect display device 9. An area 9F is provided. In this embodiment, a display similar to the hold display displayed on the first hold storage display unit 9a and the second hold storage display unit 9b is performed as the specific display in the active display area 9F. Hereinafter, a display in the same mode as the hold display displayed in the active display area 9F is also referred to as an active display. It should be noted that, as long as the display can be recognized as a display corresponding to the currently-displayed variable display, the display need not necessarily be in the same mode as the hold display, and other figures, characters, or the like may be displayed. .

  In this embodiment, the “specific display corresponding to the variable display” is displayed on the active display area 9F and on the first hold storage display section 9a and the second hold storage display section 9b. Applicable to hold display. It should be noted that the specific display is not limited to the one shown in the present embodiment, but may be any display that includes at least a hold display and corresponds to a variable display in some form. Further, in this embodiment, a case is shown in which the active display is configured to be able to be displayed in the active display area 9F. However, it is not always necessary to display the active display, and the active display area 9F may not be provided.

  The effect display device 9 is for decoration (for effect) during the variable display time of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display 8a and during the variable display time of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display 8b. The effect symbol as the symbol is variably displayed. The variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized. The variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b and the variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized. Further, when the big hit symbol is definitely displayed on the first special symbol display 8a and when the big hit symbol is definitely displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the effect display device 9 recalls the big hit. Is confirmed and displayed.

  In the center of the upper part of the effect display device 9 in the game board 6, a rotation operation and a downward movement (on the screen of the effect display device 9, that is, in front of the screen of the effect display device 9 when viewed from the player) are configured. A star-shaped accessory 200 is provided. The accessory 200 is moved by the accessory motor 127 (refer to FIG. 3) from the normal position at the upper center of the effect display device 9 shown in FIG. 1 to a downward effect position or a demonstration position (see FIGS. 43 and 44). By moving, the state changes from the standby state to the effect state.

  As shown in FIG. 1, below the variable winning prize ball device 15, a special variable winning prize ball device 20 that forms a large winning port is provided. The special variable winning ball device 20 includes an opening / closing plate, and when a specific display result (big hit symbol) is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, and a specific display result (big hit symbol) on the second special symbol display 8b. When the open / close plate is controlled by the solenoid 21 to be in the open state in the specific game state (big hit game state) that occurs when is displayed, the large winning opening, which is a winning area, is opened. The game ball that has won the special winning opening is detected by the count switch 23.

  On the left side of the effect display device 9, a normal symbol display 10 for variably displaying a normal symbol is provided. In this embodiment, the symbol display 10 is generally implemented by a simple and small display (for example, a 7-segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers from 0 to 9. That is, the normal symbol display 10 is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) of 0 to 9. The small-sized display is formed, for example, in a square shape. The ordinary symbol display 10 may be configured to variably display, for example, numbers from 00 to 99 (or two-digit symbols). In addition, the ordinary symbol display 10 is not limited to a 7-segment LED or the like. For example, a display capable of lighting and displaying a predetermined symbol display (for example, a decorative lamp capable of alternately lighting and displaying "O" and "X"). May be configured.

  When the game ball passes through the gate 32 and is detected by the gate switch 32a, the variable display of the display of the ordinary symbol display 10 is started. When the stop symbol on the ordinary symbol display 10 is a predetermined symbol (hit symbol, for example, symbol "7"), the variable winning ball device 15 is opened for a predetermined number of times and for a predetermined time. In other words, the state of the variable winning ball device 15 is such that when the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a hit symbol, the player is in a state that is advantageous from a disadvantageous state to the player (a state in which game balls can enter the second starting winning port 14). Changes to In the vicinity of the ordinary symbol display 10, there is provided an ordinary symbol hold storage display 41 having a display unit of four LEDs for displaying the number of winning balls passing through the gate 32. Each time a game ball passes through the gate 32, that is, each time a game ball is detected by the gate switch 32a, the symbol holding storage display 41 normally increases the number of lit LEDs by one. Then, every time the variable display of the ordinary symbol display 10 is started, the number of LEDs to be turned on is decreased by one. Furthermore, a probable change state in which the probability of being determined to be a big hit is higher than the normal state (a state in which the probability of being determined to be a big hit as a result of the fluctuation display of a special symbol is increased compared to the normal state) In this case, the probability that the stop symbol on the ordinary symbol display 10 hits the symbol is increased, and the opening time and the number of times the variable winning ball device 15 is opened are increased. Further, even in a time-saving state in which the fluctuation time of the symbol is not shortened (the gaming state in which the variable display time of the special symbol is shortened), the opening time and the number of times of opening the variable winning ball device 15 are increased.

  At the lower part of the game board 6, there is an out port 26 into which a hit ball that does not win is taken. In addition, four speakers 27 that emit sound effects and voices as predetermined voice outputs are provided on the upper left and right sides and lower left and right sides of the game area 7. On the outer periphery of the game area 7, a frame LED 28 provided on a front frame is provided.

  The gaming machine has a hit ball launching device (not shown) that drives a drive motor in response to a player operating a hit ball operation handle 5 and uses the rotational force of the drive motor to launch game balls into the game area 7. ) Is provided. A game ball fired from the hitting ball launching device enters the game area 7 through a hit ball rail formed in a circular shape so as to surround the game area 7, and thereafter descends from the game area 7. When the game ball enters the first starting winning opening 13 and is detected by the first starting opening switch 13a, if the variable display of the first special symbol can be started (for example, the variable display of the special symbol ends, 1), the first special symbol display 8a starts the variable display (fluctuation) of the first special symbol, and the effect display device 9 starts the variable display of the effect symbol. That is, the variable display of the first special symbol and the effect symbol corresponds to the winning in the first starting winning opening 13. Unless the variable display of the first special symbol can be started, the first reserved storage number is increased by one on the condition that the first reserved storage number has not reached the upper limit value.

  When a game ball enters the second starting winning opening 14 and is detected by the second starting opening switch 14a, if the variable display of the second special symbol can be started (for example, the variable display of the special symbol ends, 2), the variable display (fluctuation) of the second special symbol is started on the second special symbol display 8b, and the variable display of the effect symbol is started on the effect display device 9. That is, the variable display of the second special symbol and the effect symbol corresponds to the winning in the second starting winning port 14. If the variable display of the second special symbol cannot be started, the second reserved storage number is increased by one on the condition that the second reserved storage number has not reached the upper limit value.

  In this embodiment, when a probability change big hit occurs, the game state is shifted to the high probability state (probability change state), and the game ball is easily started and won (that is, the special symbol display 8a, 8b or the effect). A transition is made to a high base state, which is a game state controlled so that the execution condition of the variable display on the display device 9 is easily satisfied (in this embodiment, the state is reduced to a time reduction state). Also, when the gaming state is shifted to the time saving state, the state is shifted to the high base state. In the case of the high base state, for example, as compared with the case of not being in the high base state, the frequency with which the variable winning ball device 15 is opened is increased, or the time in which the variable winning ball device 15 is opened is extended. It is easy to win the starting prize.

  Note that, instead of extending the time during which the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state (also referred to as the open extended state), the normal symbol display device 10 shifts to the ordinary symbol probable state in which the probability that the stopped symbol hits the symbol is increased. This may cause a transition to a high base state. When the stop symbol on the ordinary symbol display 10 becomes a predetermined symbol (hit symbol), the variable winning ball device 15 is opened for a predetermined number of times and for a predetermined time. In this case, by controlling the transition to the normal symbol probable state, the probability that the stop symbol on the normal symbol display 10 hits the symbol is increased, and the frequency of the variable winning ball device 15 being opened is increased. Therefore, when the state is shifted to the normal symbol change state, the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased, and a state in which the starting winning is easy (high base state) is achieved. That is, the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased when the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a hit symbol or when the stop symbol of the special symbol is a positive variation symbol, and the like, from the disadvantageous state for the player. The state changes to an advantageous state (a state in which starting winning is easy). Note that increasing the number of times of opening is a concept that also includes changing from a closed state to an open state.

  Further, by shifting to the normal symbol time-saving state in which the variation time (variable display period) of the ordinary symbol on the ordinary symbol display 10 is shortened, the state may be shifted to the high base state. In the normal symbol time reduction state, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is shortened, so that the frequency of starting the fluctuation of the normal symbol increases, and as a result, the frequency of the normal symbol hitting increases. Accordingly, as the frequency of winning the normal symbol increases, the frequency of the variable winning ball device 15 being opened increases, and the winning prize ball device 15 becomes easy to win (high base state).

  Also, by shifting to the time-saving state in which the fluctuation time (variable display period) of the special symbol and the effect symbol is shortened, the fluctuation time of the special symbol and the effect symbol is shortened, so that the fluctuation of the special symbol and the effect symbol starts. This increases the frequency (in other words, the speed of the storage of the hold memory becomes faster), and it is possible to reduce a situation in which an invalid start winning is generated. Therefore, an effective start winning is more likely to occur, and as a result, the possibility that a big hit game is played increases.

  Furthermore, by shifting to all of the above-mentioned states (open extended state, ordinary symbol positive change state, ordinary symbol time-saving state, and special symbol time-saving state), it becomes easy to start winning (to shift to the high base state). You may. In addition, by shifting to any one of the above-mentioned states (open extended state, ordinary symbol change state, ordinary symbol time-saving state, and special symbol time-saving state), it becomes easy to start winning (high base State). In addition, by shifting to only one of the above-described states (open extended state, ordinary symbol positive change state, ordinary symbol time-saving state, and special symbol time-saving state), the starting prize can be easily made (high). (Transition to the base state).

  FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing an example of a circuit configuration of the main board (game control board) 31. FIG. 2 also shows the payout control board 37, the effect control board 80, and the like. A game control microcomputer (corresponding to a game control means) 560 for controlling the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a program is mounted on the main board 31. The game control microcomputer 560 includes a ROM 54 for storing a game control (game progress control) program and the like, a RAM 55 as storage means used as a work memory, a CPU 56 for performing a control operation according to the program, and an I / O port unit 57. including. In this embodiment, the ROM 54 and the RAM 55 are built in the game control microcomputer 560. That is, the game control microcomputer 560 is a one-chip microcomputer. The one-chip microcomputer only needs to incorporate at least the RAM 56 in addition to the CPU 56, and the ROM 54 may be externally or internally incorporated. Further, the I / O port unit 57 may be externally attached. The game control microcomputer 560 further includes a random number circuit 503 that generates a hardware random number (a random number generated by a hardware circuit).

  The RAM 55 is a backup RAM serving as a non-volatile storage unit, part or all of which is backed up by a backup power supply created on a power supply board. That is, even if the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped, a part or all of the contents of the RAM 55 are preserved for a predetermined backup 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 (such as a special symbol process flag or a probable change flag) and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are stored in the backup RAM. The data corresponding 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. Data corresponding to the control state and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are defined as data indicating the progress state of the game. In this embodiment, it is assumed that the entire RAM 55 is backed up by a power supply.

  In the game control microcomputer 560, the CPU 56 executes control in accordance with the program stored in the ROM 54, so that the game control microcomputer 560 (or CPU 56) hereinafter executes (or performs processing). Specifically, the CPU 56 executes control according to a program. The same applies to the microcomputer mounted on a board other than the main board 31.

  The random number circuit 503 is a hardware circuit used to generate a random number for determination for determining whether to make a big hit based on the display result of the variable display of the special symbol. The random number circuit 503 updates the numerical data according to the set update rule within a numerical range in which an initial value (for example, 0) and an upper limit (for example, 65535) are set, and starts at a random timing. Based on the fact that the winning time is when the numerical data is read (extracted), the read numerical data has a random number generation function that becomes a random value.

  The random number circuit 503 includes a function of selecting and setting an update range of numerical data (a function of selecting and setting an initial value and a function of selecting and setting an upper limit), a function of selecting and setting a rule for updating numerical data, and a method of selecting a rule for updating numerical data. It has various functions such as a switching function. With such a function, the randomness of the generated random numbers can be improved.

  The game control microcomputer 560 has a function of setting an initial value of numerical data updated by the random number circuit 503. For example, a predetermined operation is performed using the ID number of the game control microcomputer 560 stored in a predetermined storage area such as the ROM 54 (an ID number assigned with a different numerical value for each product of the game control microcomputer 560). The obtained numerical data is set as an initial value of the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 503. By performing such processing, the randomness of the random numbers generated by the random number circuit 503 can be further improved.

  Further, an input driver circuit 58 for providing detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first starting port switch 13a, the second starting port switch 14a, and the count switch 23 to the game control microcomputer 560 is also mounted on the main board 31. The main board also includes an output circuit 59 for driving a solenoid 16 for opening and closing the variable winning ball device 15 and a solenoid 21 for opening and closing the special variable winning ball device 20 forming a special winning opening in accordance with a command from the microcomputer 560 for game control. 31.

  The game control microcomputer 560 includes a first special symbol display 8a and a second special symbol display 8b for variably displaying special symbols, a normal symbol display 10 for variably displaying normal symbols, and a first special symbol holding storage. The display control of the display 18a, the second special symbol hold storage display 18b, and the normal symbol hold storage display 41 is performed.

  An information output circuit 64 that outputs an information output signal such as big hit information indicating occurrence of a big hit game state to an external device such as a hall computer via the terminal board 160 is also mounted on the main board 31.

  In this embodiment, the effect control means (comprising an effect control microcomputer) mounted on the effect control board 80 instructs the effect contents from the game control microcomputer 560 via the relay board 77. An effect control command is received, and display control of the effect display device 9 for variably displaying the effect symbols is performed.

  Further, the effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80 controls the display of the frame LED 28 provided on the frame side via the lamp driver board 35, and from the speaker 27 via the audio output board 70. Control of the sound output.

  The effect control means is also connected to a trigger sensor 125 and a tilt direction sensor unit 123 included in the stick controller 122, a vibrator motor 126, a push sensor 124 included in the push button 120, and an accessory motor 127, which will be described later. Although not shown (see FIG. 3), the illustration is omitted in FIG.

  FIG. 3 is a block diagram illustrating a circuit configuration example of the relay board 77, the effect control board 80, the lamp driver board 35, and the audio output board 70. In the example shown in FIG. 3, a microcomputer is not mounted on the lamp driver board 35 and the audio output board 70, but a microcomputer may be mounted. Further, only the effect control board 80 may be provided for effect control without providing the lamp driver board 35 and the audio output board 70.

  The effect control board 80 includes an effect control CPU 101 and an effect control microcomputer 100 including a RAM for storing information on effects such as effect symbol process flags. Note that the RAM may be externally attached. In this embodiment, the RAM in the effect control microcomputer 100 is not backed up by a power supply. In the effect control board 80, the effect control CPU 101 operates according to a program stored in a built-in or external ROM (not shown), and receives a capture signal (from the main board 31) input via the relay board 77. An effect control command is received via the input driver 102 and the input port 103 in response to the effect control INT signal). The effect control CPU 101 causes the VDP (video display processor) 109 to perform display control of the effect display device 9 based on the effect control command.

  In this embodiment, a VDP 109 that performs display control of the effect display device 9 in cooperation with the effect control microcomputer 100 is mounted on the effect control board 80. The VDP 109 has an address space independent of the effect control microcomputer 100, and maps the VRAM there. The VRAM is a buffer memory for expanding image data. Then, the VDP 109 outputs the image data in the VRAM to the effect display device 9 via the frame memory.

  The effect control CPU 101 outputs to the VDP 109 a command for reading necessary data from a CGROM (not shown) according to the received effect control command. The CGROM previously stores character image data and moving image data to be displayed on the effect display device 9, specifically, data of persons, characters, figures, symbols, etc. (including effect designs), and background image data. ROM. The VDP 109 reads image data from the CGROM in accordance with a command from the effect control CPU 101. Then, the VDP 109 executes display control based on the read image data.

  The effect control command and the effect control INT signal are first input to the input driver 102 on the effect control board 80. The input driver 102 allows the signal input from the relay board 77 to pass only in the direction toward the inside of the effect control board 80 (the signal does not pass in the direction from the inside of the effect control board 80 to the relay board 77). It is also a unidirectional circuit as a regulating means.

  The relay board 77 serves as a signal direction restricting means for passing a signal input from the main board 31 only in a direction toward the effect control board 80 (not passing a signal in a direction from the effect control board 80 to the relay board 77). Is mounted. For example, a diode or a transistor is used as the unidirectional circuit. FIG. 3 illustrates a diode. In addition, a unidirectional circuit is provided for each signal. Further, the effect control command and the effect control INT signal are output from the main board 31 through the output port 571 which is a unidirectional circuit, so that the signal from the relay board 77 to the inside of the main board 31 is regulated. That is, the signal from the relay board 77 does not enter the inside of the main board 31 (the game control microcomputer 560 side). The output port 571 is a part of the I / O port unit 57 shown in FIG. Further, a signal driver circuit which is a unidirectional circuit may be provided outside the output port 571 (on the side of the relay board 77).

  The effect control CPU 101 inputs, via the input port 106, an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that a player's operation of the trigger button 121 of the stick controller 122 has been detected. The effect control CPU 101 inputs, via the input port 106, an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that a player's operation on the push button 120 has been detected. The effect control CPU 101 inputs, via the input port 106, an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that a player's operation on the operation stick of the stick controller 122 has been detected, from the tilt direction sensor unit 123. . The effect control CPU 101 outputs a drive signal to the vibrator motor 126 via the output port 105 to cause the stick controller 122 to vibrate. The effect control CPU 101 operates the accessory 200 by outputting a drive signal to the accessory motor 127 via the output port 105.

  Further, the effect control CPU 101 outputs a signal for driving the LED to the lamp driver board 35 via the output port 105. The effect control CPU 101 outputs sound number data to the audio output board 70 via the output port 104.

  In the lamp driver board 35, a signal for driving the LED is input to the LED driver 352 via the input driver 351. The LED driver 352 supplies a current to a light emitter such as the frame LED 28 based on a signal for driving the LED.

  In the voice output board 70, the sound number data is input to the voice synthesis IC 703 via the input driver 702. The voice synthesizing IC 703 generates a voice or sound effect according to the sound number data, and outputs it to the amplifier circuit 705. The amplification circuit 705 outputs to the speaker 27 an audio signal obtained by amplifying the output level of the audio synthesis IC 703 to a level corresponding to the volume set by the volume 706. The sound data ROM 704 stores control data corresponding to the sound number data. The control data corresponding to the sound number data is a collection of data indicating a sound effect or a sound output mode in a time series in a predetermined effect period (for example, a change period of the effect symbol).

  Next, the operation of the gaming machine will be described. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing a main process executed by the game control microcomputer 560 on the main board 31. When power is supplied to the gaming machine and power supply is started, the input level of a reset terminal to which a reset signal is input becomes high, and the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) After executing a security check process, which is a process for confirming whether the contents of the program are valid, the main process from step S1 is started. In the main process, the CPU 56 first performs necessary initial settings.

  In the initial setting process, the CPU 56 first sets interrupt prohibition (step S1). Next, the interrupt mode is set to the interrupt mode 2 (step S2), and a stack pointer designated address is set to the stack pointer (step S3). After the initialization of the built-in device (initialization of CTC (counter / timer) and PIO (parallel input / output port), which are built-in devices (built-in peripheral circuits)) (step S4), the RAM can be accessed. (Step S5). In the interrupt mode 2, an address synthesized from the value (1 byte) of the specific register (I register) built in the CPU 56 and the interrupt vector (1 byte: least significant bit 0) output from the built-in device is: This mode indicates an interrupt address.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks the state of the output signal (clear signal) of the clear switch (for example, mounted on the power supply board) input through the input port (step S6). If ON is detected in the confirmation, the CPU 56 executes a normal initialization process (steps S10 to S15).

  If the clear switch is not in the ON state, it is checked whether or not data protection processing (for example, processing for stopping power supply such as addition of parity data) of the backup RAM area has been performed when power supply to the gaming machine has been stopped. (Step S7). After confirming that such a protection process has not been performed, the CPU 56 executes an initialization process. Whether or not there is backup data in the backup RAM area is confirmed, for example, by the state of the backup flag set in the backup RAM area in the power supply stop processing.

  After confirming that the power supply stop processing has been performed, the CPU 56 checks the data in the backup RAM area (step S8). In this embodiment, a parity check is performed as a data check. Therefore, in step S8, the calculated checksum is compared with the checksum calculated and stored by the same process in the power supply stop process. When the power supply is restored after an unexpected power failure or the like, the data in the backup RAM area should have been saved, and the check result (comparison result) becomes normal (match). If the check result is not normal, it means that the data in the backup RAM area is different from the data when the power supply is stopped. In such a case, since the internal state cannot be returned to the state at the time of stopping the power supply, the initialization processing executed at the time of turning on the power other than the recovery from the stop of the power supply is executed.

  If the check result is normal, the CPU 56 returns the game state restoring process (steps S41 to S43) for returning the internal state of the game control means and the control state of the electric component control means such as the effect control means to the state at the time of stopping the power supply. Process). Specifically, the start address of the backup setting table stored in the ROM 54 is set as a pointer (step S41), and the contents of the backup setting table are sequentially set in a work area (an area in the RAM 55) (step S42). ). The work area is backed up by a backup power supply. In the backup setting table, initialization data is set for an area of the work area that may be initialized. As a result of the processing of steps S41 and S42, the saved contents of the work area that must not be initialized remain. The part that must not be initialized includes, for example, data indicating the game state before the power supply is stopped (special symbol process flag, probable change flag, time saving flag, etc.), and an area where the output state of the output port is stored (output port buffer). ), A portion in which data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls is set, and the like.

  Further, the CPU 56 transmits a power failure recovery designation command as an initialization command at the time of power supply recovery (step S43). Further, the CPU 56 transmits a display result designation command designating a display result (normally big hit, probable big hit, sudden probable big hit, small hit, or miss) stored in the backup RAM to the effect control board 80 (step). S44). Then, control goes to a step S14. In step S44, for example, when the value of a special symbol pointer to be described later is also stored in the backup RAM, the CPU 56 transmits the first symbol variation designation command and the second symbol variation designation command (see FIG. 13). You may make it. In this case, the effect control microcomputer 100 may restart the variation display of the fourth symbol based on receiving the first symbol variation designation command and the second symbol variation designation command.

  In this embodiment, the value of a variable time timer described later is also stored in the backup RAM area. Therefore, when the power failure is restored, after the display result designation command is transmitted in step S44, the measurement of the stored variable time timer is restarted, and the variable display of the special symbol is restarted. When the value of the fluctuating time timer has timed out, a symbol confirmation designation command described later is further transmitted. In this embodiment, the value of a special symbol process flag described later is also stored in the backup RAM area. Therefore, when the power failure is restored, the special symbol process processing is restarted from the process according to the value of the stored special symbol process flag.

  Instead of always transmitting the display result designation command at the time of restoration from power failure, the CPU 56 may first confirm whether or not the value of the variable time timer stored in the backup RAM area is 0. . If the value of the fluctuation time timer is not 0, it is determined that a power failure has occurred during the fluctuation, and a display result designation command is transmitted. It may be determined that the state is not the state and the display result designation command is not transmitted.

  Further, the CPU 56 may first confirm whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag stored in the backup RAM area is 3. If the value of the special symbol process flag is 3, it is determined that a power failure has occurred during the change, and a display result designation command is transmitted. It may be determined that it is not in the middle and the display result designation command is not transmitted.

  In this embodiment, whether or not the data in the backup RAM area is stored is confirmed using both the backup flag and the check data, but only one of them may be used. That is, one of the backup flag and the check data may be used as a trigger for executing the game state restoration process.

  In the initialization process, the CPU 56 first performs a RAM clear process (step S10). In the RAM clear processing, predetermined data (for example, data of a count value of a counter for generating a random number for determining a normal symbol hit) is initialized to 0, but an arbitrary value or a predetermined value is set. May be initialized. Alternatively, predetermined data (for example, data of the count value of a counter for generating a random number for determining a normal symbol hit) may be left as it is without initializing the entire area of the RAM 55. Further, the start address of the initialization setting table stored in the ROM 54 is set as a pointer (step S11), and the contents of the initialization setting table are sequentially set in the work area (step S12).

  By the processing of steps S11 and S12, for example, a flag for selectively performing processing according to the control state, such as a random number counter for determining a normal symbol hit, a special symbol buffer, a total prize ball storage buffer, and a special symbol process flag, is initialized. The value is set.

  The CPU 56 also issues an initialization designation command (a command indicating that the game control microcomputer 560 has executed initialization processing) for initializing a sub-board (a board on which a microcomputer other than the main board 31 is mounted). Is transmitted to the sub-board (step S13). For example, when the effect control microcomputer 100 receives the initialization designation command, the effect display device 9 displays a screen for notifying that the control of the gaming machine has been initialized, that is, performs an initialization notification.

  Further, the CPU 56 executes a random number circuit setting process for initializing the random number circuit 53 (step S14). The CPU 56 performs a setting for causing the random number circuit 53 to update the value of the random R by executing a process according to a random number circuit setting program, for example.

  Then, in step S15, the CPU 56 sets a register of the CTC built in the game control microcomputer 560 so that a timer interrupt is periodically performed at predetermined time intervals (for example, 4 ms). That is, a value corresponding to, for example, 4 ms is set in a predetermined register (time constant register) as an initial value. In this embodiment, it is assumed that a timer interrupt is periodically performed every 4 ms.

  When the execution of the initialization process (Steps S10 to S15) is completed, the CPU 56 repeatedly executes the display random number update process (Step S17) and the initial value random number update process (Step S18) in the main process. When the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process are executed, the interrupt is prohibited (step S16), and when the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process are completed, the interrupt is enabled. It is set (step S19). In this embodiment, the display random number is a random number for determining a stop symbol of a special symbol when not a big hit or a random number for determining whether or not to reach when a big hit is not made. The random number updating process is a process of updating the count value of a counter for generating a display random number. The initial value random number updating process is a process of updating the count value of a counter for generating the initial value random number. In this embodiment, the initial value random number is an initial value of a count value of a counter (normal symbol hit determination random number generation counter) for generating a random number for determining whether or not a symbol is a hit. It is a random number to determine. A game control process for controlling the progress of a game described later (the game control microcomputer 560 controls a game display device, a variable prize ball device, a ball payout device, and other game devices provided in the game machine by itself. In this process, the count value of the random number for the normal symbol hit determination is one round (the normal value of the random number for the normal symbol hit determination) in the process of transmitting the command signal to control the other microcomputer, or the game machine control process. When the number of possible values has increased by the number between the minimum value and the maximum value), an initial value is set in the counter.

  In this embodiment, the reach effect is executed using an effect symbol variably displayed on the effect display device 9. In addition, when the display result of the special symbol is a big hit symbol, the reach effect is always executed (however, in the case of the sudden change big hit, the reach is suddenly changed without becoming reach (for example, “135”). May be stopped). When the display result of the special symbol is not a big hit symbol, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not to execute a reach effect by performing a lottery for determining a variation pattern type and a variation pattern using random numbers. I do. However, it is the effect control microcomputer 100 that actually controls the reach effect.

  When a timer interrupt occurs, the CPU 56 executes a timer interrupt process of steps S20 to S34 shown in FIG. In the timer interruption process, first, a power-off detection process for detecting whether or not a power-off signal has been output (whether or not the power-on signal has been turned on) is executed (step S20). The power-off signal is output, for example, when the power supply monitoring circuit mounted on the power supply board detects a drop in the voltage of the power supplied to the gaming machine. Then, in the power-off detection process, upon detecting that the power-off signal has been output, the CPU 56 executes a power supply stop process for storing necessary data in the backup RAM area. Next, the detection signals of the gate switch 32a, the first starting port switch 13a, the second starting port switch 14a, and the count switch 23 are input via the input driver circuit 58, and the states of the signals are determined (switch processing: step S21). ).

  Next, the CPU 56 includes a first special symbol display 8a, a second special symbol display 8b, a normal symbol display 10, a first special symbol reservation storage display 18a, a second special symbol reservation storage display 18b, and a normal symbol. A display control process for controlling the display of the hold storage display 41 is executed (step S22). The first special symbol display 8a, the second special symbol display 8b, and the ordinary symbol display 10 output a drive signal to each display according to the contents of the output buffer set in steps S32 and S33. Execute control.

  Further, a process of updating the count value of each counter for generating each determination random number such as a normal symbol hit determination random number used for game control is performed (determination random number updating process: step S23). The CPU 56 further performs a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number and the display random number (initial value random number update process, display random number update process: steps S24 and S25).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a special symbol process (step S26). In the special symbol process process, the corresponding process is executed in accordance with the first special symbol display 8a, the second special symbol display 8b, and the special symbol process flag for controlling the special winning opening in a predetermined order. The CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag according to the gaming state.

  Next, a normal symbol process is performed (step S27). In the normal symbol process process, the CPU 56 executes a corresponding process according to a normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 10 in a predetermined order. The CPU 56 updates the value of the normal symbol process flag according to the gaming state. In the ordinary symbol process process of step S27, the variation display of the ordinary symbol is executed based on the detection of the passage of the game ball to the gate 32 to derive and display the variation display result, or the variation display result of the ordinary symbol Is executed, the variable winning ball device 15 is controlled to be in an open state or a closed state.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a process of transmitting an effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (effect control command control process: step S28).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs an information output process of outputting data such as jackpot information, start information, and probability variation information supplied to the hall management computer (step S29).

  Further, the CPU 56 executes a prize ball process for setting the number of prize balls based on detection signals of the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a and the count switch 23 (step S30). Specifically, in response to a winning detection based on turning on of any one of the first starting port switch 13a, the second starting port switch 14a, and the count switch 23, the payout control micro-mount mounted on the payout control board 37. A payout control command (prize ball number signal) indicating the number of prize balls is output to the computer. The payout control microcomputer drives the ball payout device 97 according to a payout control command indicating the number of winning balls.

  In this embodiment, a RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided. The contents are output to the output port (step S31: output processing).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a special symbol display control process for setting special symbol display control data for performing a special symbol effect display according to the value of the special symbol process flag in an output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data ( Step S32).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a normal symbol display control process for setting the ordinary symbol display control data for performing the effect display of the ordinary symbol in the output buffer for setting the ordinary symbol display control data according to the value of the ordinary symbol process flag ( Step S33). For example, the CPU 56 switches the display state (“O” and “X”) of the fluctuation speed of the normal symbol every 0.2 seconds until the end flag is set when the start flag relating to the fluctuation of the normal symbol is set. At such a speed, the display control data value set in the output buffer (for example, 1 indicating “「 ”and 0 indicating“ x ”) is switched every 0.2 seconds. In addition, the CPU 56 outputs a drive signal in step S22 in accordance with the display control data set in the output buffer, thereby executing the effect display of the ordinary symbol on the ordinary symbol display device 10.

  Thereafter, an interrupt permission state is set (step S34), and the process ends.

  According to the above control, in this embodiment, the game control process is started every 4 ms. Note that the game control processing corresponds to the processing of steps S21 to S33 (excluding step S29) in the timer interrupt processing. In this embodiment, the game control process is executed in the timer interrupt process. However, in the timer interrupt process, for example, only a flag indicating that an interrupt has occurred is set. May be executed.

  When the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the effect display device 9 are stopped and displayed, the variable display state of the effect symbol is changed after the variable display of the effect symbol is started. Without reaching the reach state, a combination of predetermined effect symbols that do not reach the reach may be stopped and displayed. Such a variable display mode of the effect symbol is referred to as a “non-reach” (also referred to as “normally non-reachable”) variable display mode when the variable display results in a lost symbol.

  When the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the effect display device 9 are stopped and displayed, the variable display state of the effect symbol is changed after the variable display of the effect symbol is started. The reach effect is executed after the reach state is reached, and a predetermined combination of effect symbols that does not ultimately become a big hit symbol may be stopped and displayed. Such a variable display result of the effect symbol is referred to as a variable display mode of “reach” (also referred to as “reach lost”) when the variable display result is “losed”.

  In this embodiment, when the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b, the reach effect is executed after the variable display state of the effect symbol becomes the reach state. Then, the effect symbols are finally stopped and displayed in the symbol display areas 9L, 9C, 9R of "left", "middle", and "right" on the effect display device 9 (however, in the case of a sudden change big hit). In some cases, a suddenly changing big hit symbol (for example, “135”) is suddenly stopped and displayed without reaching the reach.

  When the small hit "5" is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b, the variable display mode of the effect symbol is changed to "suddenly probable big hit" on the effect display device 9. After the effect symbols are variably displayed in the same manner as in the case of, a predetermined small hit symbol (suddenly the same symbol as the probable variable big hit symbol, for example, “135”) may be stopped and displayed. The display effect in the effect display device 9 corresponding to the stop display of the small hit symbol “5” on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b is referred to as a “small hit” variable display mode. .

  Here, the small hit is a hit which is allowed up to a smaller number of times of opening of the special winning opening than the big hit (in this embodiment, two times of opening for 0.1 second). Note that when the small hitting game ends, the game state does not change. That is, there is no transition from the probable state to the normal state or from the normal state to the probable state. Further, the sudden change big hit means that the number of times the big winning opening is released is allowed to be small in the big hit gaming state (in this embodiment, the opening of 0.1 seconds is twice), but the opening time of the big winning opening is extremely large. It is a short jackpot and a jackpot that shifts the game state after the jackpot game to the positive change state (that is, by doing so, the player suddenly appears to be in the positive change state) Is). That is, in this embodiment, the sudden change big hit and the small hit have the same opening pattern of the big winning opening. By performing such control, if the big winning opening is opened twice for 0.1 second, it is impossible to recognize whether it is a sudden change big hit or a small hit, so that the player has a high probability state. (Probable change state) can be expected, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  In the case where the gaming machine is configured so that all the big hit types are the probable big hits, it is not necessary to provide the small hits. In addition, when a small hit is provided when all of the big hit types are probabilistic big hits, a sudden probable big hit that is only shifted to the probable change state (high probability state) but does not accompany the time saving state (high base state) is made. Is preferably provided.

  FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram showing a variation pattern of the effect symbol prepared in advance. As shown in FIG. 6, in this embodiment, non-reach PA1-1 to non-reach PA1-1 to non-reach PA1-1 to non-reach PA-1 are used as a variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “outside” and the variable display mode of the effect symbol is “non-reach”. A variation pattern of reach PA1-4 is prepared. In addition, as a variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “outside” and the variable display mode of the effect symbol is “reach”, normal PA2-1 to normal PA2-2, normal PB2-1 to normal PB2-2 , Super PA3-1 to super PA3-2, and fluctuation patterns of super PB3-1 to super PB3-2. In addition, as shown in FIG. 6, the fluctuation pattern of the non-reach PA1-4 that is used when no reach is performed and accompanied by the effect of the pseudo-run is performed once again. When the normal PB2-1 is used among the fluctuation patterns used in the case of the reach and accompanied by the effect of the pseudo-run, the re-change is performed once. In addition, when the normal PB2-2 is used among the fluctuation patterns used in the case of the reach and accompanied by the effect of the pseudo ream, the re-change is performed twice. Furthermore, when the super PA3-1 to the super PA3-2 are used among the fluctuation patterns which are used in the case of the reach and produce the effect of the pseudo-run, the re-variation is performed three times. In addition, the re-variation is to perform the variable display of the production symbol again after temporarily suspending the production symbol that is once out of the range from the start of the variable display of the production symbol until the display result is derived and displayed. .

  Also, as shown in FIG. 6, in this embodiment, as a variation pattern corresponding to a case where the variable display result of the special symbol is a big hit symbol or a small hit symbol, normal PA2-3 to normal PA2-4, normal PB2 -3 to Normal PB2-4, Super PA3-3 to Super PA3-4, Super PB3-3 to Super PB3-4, Special PG1-1 to Special PG1-3, Special PG2-1 to Special PG2-2 Is prepared. In FIG. 6, the fluctuation patterns of the special PG1-1 to the special PG1-3, the special PG2-1 to the special PG2-2 are the fluctuation patterns used when suddenly changing large hits or small hits. In addition, as shown in FIG. 6, when the normal PB2-3 is used among the fluctuation patterns that are used when the sudden change is not a big hit or a small hit and produce a pseudo-run effect, the re-change is performed once. In addition, when the normal PB2-4 is used among the fluctuation patterns used in the case of the reach and accompanied by the effect of the pseudo ream, the re-change is performed twice. Furthermore, when the super PA3-3 to the super PA3-4 are used among the fluctuation patterns which are used in the case of the reach and produce the effect of the pseudo-run, the re-variation is performed three times. In addition, the fluctuation pattern of the special PG1-3 used in the case of the sudden change big hit or the small hit and accompanied by the effect of the pseudo-run is re-changed once.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 6, when the fluctuation time is fixedly set according to the type of the reach (for example, in the case of Super Reach A with a pseudo run, the fluctuation time is 32). .75 seconds, and the fluctuation time is fixed at 22.75 seconds in the case of the super reach A without the pseudo run.) For example, even in the case of the same type of super reach, Alternatively, the fluctuating time may be made different according to the total number of stored suspensions. For example, even when the same type of super-reach is involved, the fluctuation time may be shortened as the total number of pending storages increases. Also, for example, even in the case of the same type of super reach, when performing the fluctuating display of the first special symbol, the fluctuating time may be made different according to the first number of retained memories. In the case of performing the fluctuation display of the two special symbols, the fluctuation time may be made different according to the second number of reserved storages. In this case, a separate determination table is prepared for each of the values of the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number (for example, a variation pattern type determination table for the reserved storage numbers 0 to 2 and the reserved storage numbers 3 and 4). And a variation pattern type determination table is prepared in advance), and a determination table is selected in accordance with the value of the first reserved storage number or the second reserved storage number to vary the variation time.

FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. Each random number is used as follows.
(1) Random 1 (MR1): Determines the type of jackpot (normal jackpot, probable variable jackpot, suddenly variable jackpot described later) (for jackpot type determination)
(2) Random 2 (MR2): Determines the type (type) of the variation pattern (for variation pattern type determination)
(3) Random 3 (MR3): Determines a variation pattern (variation time) (for variation pattern determination)
(4) Random 4 (MR4): Determines whether or not to generate a hit based on a normal symbol (for normal symbol hit determination)
(5) Random 5 (MR5): Determine initial value of random 4 (for determining random 4 initial value)

  In this embodiment, the variation pattern is determined by first using the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) to determine the variation pattern type, and using the variation pattern determination random number (random 3) to determine the variation pattern. One of the variation patterns included in the pattern type is determined. Thus, in this embodiment, the variation pattern is determined by the two-stage lottery process.

  The variation pattern type is obtained by grouping a plurality of variation patterns according to the characteristics of the variation mode. For example, a plurality of fluctuation patterns are grouped by the type of reach, and a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern with normal reach, a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern with super reach A, and a fluctuation pattern with super reach B are included. It may be divided into a variation pattern type. Also, for example, a plurality of fluctuation patterns are grouped by the number of times of re-change of the pseudo run, and a change pattern type including a change pattern without pseudo run, a change pattern type including a change pattern of one re-run, A variation pattern type including a variation pattern with two fluctuations and a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with three re-variations may be used. Further, for example, a plurality of variation patterns may be grouped based on whether or not there is an effect such as a pseudo-run or a slide effect.

  In this embodiment, as will be described later, in the case of a normal big hit and a probable big hit, a normal CA3-1 which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern involving only a normal reach, and a variation involving a normal reach and a pseudo-run. It is classified into a normal CA3-2 which is a variation pattern type including a pattern and a super CA3-3 which is a variation pattern type accompanied by super reach. In the case of a sudden change big hit, a special CA4-1 which is a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern with a reach and a special CA4-2 which is a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern with a reach are classified. ing. In the case of a small hit, the type is classified into a special CA4-1 which is a variation pattern type including a non-reach variation pattern. In the case of a miss, a non-reach CA 2-1 which is a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern that does not involve a reach, a pseudo-run or a slide effect, and a fluctuation pattern without a reach but a pseudo-run or a slide effect are included. Includes non-reach CA2-2 that is a fluctuation pattern type that includes, non-reach CA2-3 that is a fluctuation pattern type that includes a fluctuation pattern of a shortened fluctuation that does not involve a reach, a pseudo-run or a sliding effect, and a fluctuation pattern that includes only a normal reach. Normal CA2-4, which is a variation pattern type, Normal CA2-5, which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with a normal reach and two pseudo-repetitions, and a variation pattern with a normal reach and one pseudo-repetition variation Normal CA2-6, which is a variation pattern type that includes, and a variation pattern type with super reach Are the type divided into a certain super CA2-7.

  In step S23 in the game control process shown in FIG. 5, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether the large hit type determination random number (1) and the normal symbol hit random number (4) are generated by the counter. Count up (1 addition). That is, these are the random numbers for determination, and the other random numbers are the random numbers for display (random 2, random 3) or the random numbers for initial value (random 5). In addition, a random number other than the above-mentioned random number may be used in order to enhance the gaming effect. Also, in this embodiment, a random number generated by hardware built in the game control microcomputer 560 (may be hardware external to the game control microcomputer 560) is used as the big hit determination random number. Note that a software random number may be used as the big hit determination random number instead of the hardware random number.

  FIG. 8A is an explanatory diagram showing a big hit determination table. The big hit determination table is a set of data stored in the ROM 54 and is a table in which a big hit determination value to be compared with the random R is set. The big hit determination table includes a normal big hit determination table used in a normal state (a game state that is not a probable change state) and a positive change big hit determination table used in a probable change state. Each value described in the left column of FIG. 8A is set in the normal time big hit determination table, and each numerical value described in the right column of FIG. Is set. The numerical value described in FIG. 8A is the big hit determination value.

  FIGS. 8B and 8C are explanatory diagrams showing a small hit determination table. The small hit determination table is a set of data stored in the ROM 54 and is a table in which a small hit determination value to be compared with the random R is set. The small hit determination table includes a small hit determination table (for the first special symbol) used when displaying the variation of the first special symbol, and a small hit determination table used when performing the variation display of the second special symbol. (For second special symbol). Each numerical value described in FIG. 8B is set in the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol), and is set in FIG. 8C for the small hit determination table (for the second special symbol). Each numerical value described is set. The numerical values described in FIGS. 8B and 8C are small hit determination values.

  The small hit may be determined only when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed, and the small hit may not be provided when the variable display of the second special symbol is performed. In this case, the small hit determination table for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 8C may not be provided. In this embodiment, when the gaming state is shifted to the probable change state, the variable display of the second special symbol is mainly executed. Even if the game state is shifted to the probable change state, a small hit is generated, and if it is configured to perform an effect that stimulates whether or not the probable change occurs, even if the current game state is the probable change state, On the contrary, it makes the player feel troublesome. Therefore, if the small hit is not generated during the fluctuation display of the second special symbol, the small hit is less likely to occur when the gaming state is in the probable change state, and the stir effect for the probable change is not performed more than necessary. Can be prevented, and a situation in which the player feels troublesome can be prevented.

  At a predetermined time, the CPU 56 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 53 and uses the extracted value as the value of the big hit determination random number (random R). The big hit determination random number value is shown in FIG. If any one of the jackpot determination values is matched, the special symbol is determined to be a jackpot (a normal jackpot, a probable big hit, and a sudden probable big hit described later). When the random number for big hit determination matches one of the small hit determination values shown in FIGS. 8B and 8C, it is determined that the special symbol is to be made a small hit. The “probability” shown in FIG. 8A indicates a probability (ratio) of a big hit. The “probability” shown in FIGS. 8B and 8C indicates the probability (ratio) of a small hit. To determine whether or not to make a big hit means to determine whether or not to shift to a big hit gaming state. It is also to decide whether to make a big hit symbol. Determining whether or not to make a small hit means to determine whether or not to shift to the small hitting game state. That is, it is determined whether or not the symbol is a small hit symbol.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8B and 8C, when the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol) is used, the small hit is determined at a ratio of 1/300. On the other hand, when the small hit determination table (second special symbol) is used, a case where the small hit is determined at a ratio of 1/3000 will be described. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the first start winning opening 13 is started and a variable display of the first special symbol is executed, the second start winning opening 14 is started and a second special symbol is displayed. As compared with the case where the variable display is executed, the ratio determined as “small hit” is higher.

  FIGS. 8D and 8E are explanatory diagrams showing the big hit type determination tables 131a and 131b stored in the ROM 54. FIG. Among these, FIG. 8 (D) determines the type of big hit using the holding memory based on the fact that the game ball has won the first starting winning opening 13 (that is, when the first special symbol change display is performed). It is a big hit type determination table (for the first special symbol) 131a in the case. FIG. 8 (E) shows a case where the big hit type is determined by using the hold memory based on the fact that the game ball has won the second starting winning opening 14 (that is, when the variation display of the second special symbol is performed). Is a big hit type determination table (for a second special symbol) 131b.

  The jackpot type determination tables 131a and 131b indicate that the type of the jackpot is "normal jackpot" or "normal jackpot" based on the random number (random 1) for jackpot type determination when the variable display result is determined to be a jackpot symbol. This is a table that is referred to to determine one of “probably big hit” and “suddenly big hit”. In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8D and 8E, eight determination values are assigned to “suddenly probable big hit” in the big hit type determination table 131a (40 minutes). In contrast, two determination values are assigned to “suddenly probable big hit” in the big hit type determination table 131b (ratio of 2/40). Will be suddenly determined as a jackpot). Therefore, in this embodiment, when the first start winning opening 13 is started and the first special symbol change display is executed, the second starting winning opening 14 is started and the second special symbol is displayed. Compared to the case where the variable display is executed, the ratio of being determined to be “suddenly variable jackpot” is higher. In addition, "sudden probability change big hit" is allocated only to the big hit type determination table 131a for the first special symbol, and "sudden probability change big hit" is not allocated to the big hit type determination table 131b for the second special symbol (ie, Only when performing the variable display of the first special symbol, it may be determined that "suddenly variable big hit".)

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8 (D) and (E), a sudden probability change big hit (two round big hit) as a first specific game state for giving a predetermined amount of game value, and the game In some cases, the second special game state in which a game value greater than the value is given is determined to be a normal jackpot or a probability-variable jackpot (a 15-round jackpot), and the first special symbol variation display is executed. Shows a case where it is determined that the first specific game state is set at a high rate, but the game value to be provided is not limited to the number of rounds as shown in this embodiment. For example, as compared with the first specific game state, the second specific game state in which the permissible amount of the winning number (count number) of game balls to the special winning opening per round is increased as a game value is determined. Is also good. Further, for example, as compared with the first specific game state, the second specific game state in which the opening time of the special winning opening per large hit may be determined as a game value may be determined. Also, for example, even in the same 15 rounds of big hits, a first specific game state in which the big winning opening is opened once per round and a second specific gaming state in which the big winning opening is opened multiple times per round are set. It may be prepared to increase the game value in the second specific game state by substantially increasing the number of times the special winning opening is opened. In this case, for example, in any of the first specific game state and the second specific game state, when the special winning opening is opened 15 times (in this case, in the case of the first specific game state, all 15 rounds are opened) Is ended, and in the case of the second specific game state, unfinished rounds remain), and an effect may be executed in such a manner as to inspire whether or not the big hit continues. Then, in the case of the first specific game state, the jackpot game is ended because all 15 rounds are internally ended, and in the case of the second specific game state, unfinished rounds remain internally. For this reason, the big hit game may be continued (an effect in which the opening of the big winning port is additionally started with a bonus after the big hit of opening 15 times is completed).

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8D and 8E, the jackpot types include “normal jackpot”, “probably large hit”, and “sudden probable big hit”. In addition, in this embodiment, the case where the number of rounds executed in the big hit game is two types of 15 rounds and two rounds is shown, but the number of rounds executed in the big hit game is shown in this embodiment. Not limited to For example, there may be provided a 7R certain-variable big hit for controlling a 7-round big hit game or a 5R certain-variable big hit for controlling a 5-round big hit game. Also, in this embodiment, the case where the jackpot types are three types of “normal jackpot”, “probably variable jackpot” and “suddenly variable jackpot” is shown. A jackpot type may be provided. Conversely, the number of big hit types may be less than three, for example, only two big hit types may be provided.

  The “normal jackpot” is a jackpot in which the game state is controlled to the jackpot game state of 15 rounds, and the state is shifted to the time-saving state (high base state) after the end of the jackpot game state (see steps S167 and 168 described later). Then, after the shift to the time saving state, when the variable display is completed 100 times, the time saving state ends (see steps S168 and S137 to 140 described later). In this embodiment, even if a big hit occurs before the execution of the variable display is completed 100 times after the shift to the time saving state, the time saving state ends (see step S132 described later).

  The "probable change big hit" is a big hit that controls the game to the big hit game state of 15 rounds and shifts to the certain change state (high probability state) after the end of the big hit game state. It is also shifted to the time saving state (high base state) (see steps S169 and S170 described later). Then, after shifting to the probable change state, the probable change state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see step S132 described later).

  The “sudden probability big hit” means that the number of times the large winning opening is opened is smaller than “normal big hit” or “probable big hit” (in this embodiment, two times of opening for 0.1 second are allowed). It is a big hit. That is, in the case of "suddenly changing probability big hit", it is controlled to a big hit gaming state of two rounds. In addition, the opening time of the special winning jackpot per round is as long as 29 seconds for “normal jackpot” and “probable jackpot”, whereas the opening time of the winning jackpot per round is long for “sudden probability jackpot”. It is extremely short, 0.1 second, and it is hardly expected that a game ball will win a big winning opening during a big hit game. Then, in this embodiment, after the sudden change big hitting game state is completed, the state is shifted to the probability change state (high probability state) (in this embodiment, the state is shifted to the probability change state and the time saving state (high base state) is set) The processing is also shifted. See steps S169 and S170 described later. Then, after shifting to the probable change state, the probable change state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see step S132 described later).

  As described above, in this embodiment, even when the "small hit" occurs, the big winning opening is opened twice for 0.1 second each time, and the big hit gaming state by the "sudden probability change big hit" is set. Similar control is performed. In the case of "small hit", the game state does not change and the game state before the "small hit" is maintained after the opening of the special winning opening has been completed twice. By doing so, it is impossible to recognize whether it is "suddenly changing big hit" or "small hit", and the interest of the game is improved.

  The big hit type determination tables 131a and 131b are numerical values to be compared with the value of random 1, and correspond to “normal big hit”, “probable big hit”, and “sudden probable big hit” (big hit type determination value). ) Is set. When the value of Random 1 matches any of the jackpot type determination values, the CPU 56 determines the type of the jackpot as a type corresponding to the matched jackpot type determination value.

  FIGS. 9A to 9C are explanatory diagrams showing the large hit variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C. The jackpot variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C are used to change the variation pattern type according to the determination result of the jackpot type when the variable display result is determined to be a big hit symbol, and to provide a random number for the variation pattern type determination. It is a table that is referenced to determine one of a plurality of types based on (random 2).

  Each of the jackpot variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C includes a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the value of the random number (random 2) for the variation pattern type determination, and includes normal CA3-1 to normal CA3-2, A determination value corresponding to one of the fluctuation pattern types of the super CA3-3, the special CA4-1, and the special CA4-2 is set.

  For example, the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132A shown in FIG. 9A used when the jackpot type is “normal jackpot” and FIG. 9B used when the jackpot type is “probable variable jackpot” The assignment of the determination values to the variation pattern types of the normal CA3-1 to the normal CA3-2 and the super CA3-3 differs between the large hit variation pattern type determination table 132B shown in FIG.

  As described above, when comparing the large hit variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C selected according to the big hit type, the assignment of the determination value to each variation pattern type differs depending on the big hit type. Further, a determination value is assigned to a different variation pattern type according to the big hit type. Therefore, different variation pattern types can be determined according to the result of determining which of the plurality of types is the big hit type, and the ratio determined for the same variation pattern type can be different.

  As shown in FIGS. 9A and 9B, in this embodiment, when the “normal big hit” or the “probable big hit”, the value of the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type is used. Is between 150 and 251, it can be seen that the variable display accompanied by at least the super reach (super reach A, super reach B) is executed.

  In addition, for the super reach jackpot, the variation pattern type with pseudo run (variable pattern type including the variation pattern of Super PA3-3 and Super PA3-4) and the variation pattern type without pseudo run (Super PB3-3, Super PB3-3 (Variation pattern type including the variation pattern of PB3-4). In this case, in both the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132A for the normal jackpot and the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132B for the probable jackpot, the variation pattern type with super reach and A variation pattern type that is not accompanied is assigned.

  Also, in the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132C used when the jackpot type is “suddenly probable big hit”, for example, when the big hit type such as special CA4-1 and special CA4-2 is other than “suddenly probable big hit” A determination value is assigned to a variation pattern type to which no determination value is assigned. Therefore, when the variable display result is controlled to the "big hit" and the big hit type becomes "suddenly variable big hit", the control to the sudden variable big hit state is different from the case of controlling to the big hit state by the normal big hit or the variable big hit. It can be determined as the variation pattern type.

  FIG. 9D is an explanatory diagram showing a small hit variation pattern type determination table 132D. The small hit variation pattern type determination table 132D displays a plurality of variation pattern types based on a random number (random 2) for the variation pattern type determination when the variable display result is determined to be a small hit symbol. Is a table that is referenced to determine one of the following. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 9 (D), a case where the special CA4-1 is determined as the variation pattern type when the small hit is determined. .

  FIGS. 10A to 10C are explanatory diagrams showing outlier variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135C. Among them, FIG. 10 (A) shows a loss variation pattern type determination table 135A used when the gaming state is the normal state and the total number of pending storages is less than 3. FIG. 10B shows a loss variation pattern type determination table 135B that is used when the gaming state is the normal state and the total number of pending storages is three or more. FIG. 10 (C) shows a loss variation pattern type determination table 135C that is used when the gaming state is in the probability change state or the time saving state. The outlier variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135C include a plurality of types of variation patterns based on random numbers (random 2) for variation pattern type determination when it is determined that a variable display result is a loss symbol. Is a table that is referenced to determine one of the following.

  Note that the example shown in FIG. 10 illustrates a case where separate variation pattern type determination tables 135B to 135C are used for the case where the gaming state is the probability change state or the time saving state and the case where the total number of pending storages is 3 or more. However, a configuration may be adopted in which a common out-of-off variation pattern type determination table is used in the case of the probable change state or the time saving state and the case where the total number of reserved storages is three or more. Also, in the example shown in FIG. 10C, a case is shown in which the common variation pattern type determination table 135C for probability change / time saving is used regardless of the number of stored summaries, but the variation change type determination table 135C for probability change / time saving is used. A plurality of outlier variation pattern determination tables (tables with different ratios of the determination values) according to the total number of suspended storages may be used as the variation pattern type determination table.

  In this embodiment, when the gaming state is the normal state, the outlier fluctuation pattern type determination table 135A used when the total number of reserved storages is less than 3, and when the total number of reserved storages is 3 or more. The table shows a case where two types of tables are used, i.e., a deviation variation pattern type determination table 135B, but the method of dividing the deviation variation pattern type determination table is not limited to the method described in this embodiment. For example, a separate outfall variation pattern type determination table may be provided for each value of the total number of pending storages (that is, for zero total pending storage, one total pending storage, and two total pending storages). , For three total pending storages, four total pending storages,... May be used separately. Further, for example, a loss variation pattern type determination table corresponding to a combination of a plurality of other values of the total number of reserved storages may be used. For example, an out-of-change variation pattern type determination table for the total number of pending storages 0 to 2, for the total number of pending storages 3 and for the total number of pending storages 4 may be used.

  Further, in this embodiment, a case is shown in which a plurality of outlier variation pattern type determination tables are provided in accordance with the total number of pending storages, but outlier variation pattern type determination is performed in accordance with the first and second number of pending storages. A plurality of tables may be provided. For example, when performing the fluctuation display of the first special symbol, a loss fluctuation pattern type determination table separately prepared for each value of the first reserved storage number may be used (that is, the first reserved storage number). The outlier variation pattern type determination table for 0, the first first storage number, the first first storage number 2, the first first storage number 3, the first first storage number 4, etc. Each may be used separately). Further, for example, a loss variation pattern type determination table corresponding to a combination of a plurality of other values of the first reserved storage number may be used. For example, an outlier variation pattern type determination table for the first reserved storage number 0-2, the first reserved storage number 3, the first reserved storage number 4, etc. may be used. Even in this case, when the number of first hold storages or the number of second hold storages is large (for example, 3 or more), a configuration may be adopted such that a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with a short variation time is easily selected. . Further, even in such a case, a configuration may be adopted in which a common determination value is assigned to a variation pattern type including a variation pattern accompanied by super reach as a specific variable display pattern.

  The “specific production mode” refers to a variation pattern type or variation pattern in which at least the degree of expectation for a jackpot is set to be high, such as a variation pattern with a super reach, and which can give the player an expectation of the jackpot. It is. Further, the “degree of expectation (reliability) with respect to the big hit” indicates an appearance rate (probability) at which a big hit appears when a variable display (for example, a variable display with super reach) is executed according to the specific effect mode. ing. For example, the jackpot expectation degree when the variable display with super reach is executed is determined as (percentage of super reach executed when the jackpot is determined) / (when the jackpot is determined and lost). The rate at which super reach is performed in both cases) is determined by calculating.

  Each of the outlier variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135B contains a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the value of the random number (random 2) for variation pattern type determination, and includes non-reach CA2-1 to nonreach CA2- 3, a determination value corresponding to one of the fluctuation pattern types of normal CA2-4 to normal CA2-6 and super CA2-7 is set.

  As shown in FIGS. 10 (A) and 10 (B), in this embodiment, when the game state is normal and the game state is normal, the value of the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type is determined. Is 230 to 251, it can be understood that a variable display accompanied by at least super reach (super reach A, super reach B) is executed regardless of the total number of reserved storages.

  In addition, as shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B, in this embodiment, when the game state is normal and the game state is normal, the value of the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type is determined. Is from 1 to 79, it can be understood that the fluctuation display of the normal fluctuation that does not involve at least the reach (and does not accompany the effect such as the pseudo-run or the slide effect) is executed irrespective of the total number of reserved storages. With such a table configuration, in the present embodiment, the determination tables (outlier variation pattern type determination tables 135A and 135B) include at least one of the variable display patterns other than the variable display pattern for reach (the variation pattern with reach). Regarding a part, regardless of the number of rights (the first number of reserved storages, the number of second reserved storages, and the total number of reserved storages) stored in the reserved storage means (the first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer), The configuration is such that a common determination value (1 to 79 in the examples shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B) is assigned. As described in this embodiment, the “variable display pattern other than the reach variable display pattern” refers to, for example, a variable display result that does not involve a reach, does not involve an effect such as a pseudo-run or a sliding effect, and the like. This is a variable display pattern (variation pattern) used when a big hit does not occur.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 9, the case where the common jackpot fluctuation pattern type determination table is used regardless of the current game state is shown. Depending on whether the state is the normal state, a large hit variation pattern type determination table prepared separately may be used. Further, in this embodiment, when the total number of pending storages is three or more, the variation pattern for shortening variation is selected by selecting the variation pattern type determination table for shortening shown in FIG. 10B. Although a case is shown where there is a case, the total number of reserved storages (the first reserved storage number or the second reserved storage number may be used) when the variation pattern of the shortened variation can be selected according to the current game state. ) May be different. For example, when the gaming state is the normal state, when the total number of reserved storages is three (or, for example, when the first reserved storage number or the second reserved storage number is two), the shortening is performed. The variation pattern type determination table for outliers is selected so that the variation pattern of the shortened variation may be determined. When the gaming state is the probable variation state or the time saving state, the total number of stored suspensions is one or two. (Or, for example, even in the case where the first and second reserved storage numbers are 0 and 1 which are smaller), the variation pattern of the shortened variation is selected by selecting the outlier variation pattern type determination table for shortening. It may be determined in some cases.

  FIGS. 11A and 11B are explanatory diagrams showing the hit variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B stored in the ROM 54. FIG. The hit variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B are used to determine the variation pattern when the variable display result is determined to be “big hit” or “small hit”, according to the determination result of the big hit type or the variation pattern type. Is a table that is referred to in order to determine a variation pattern to one of a plurality of types based on a random number (random 3) for use. Each of the variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B is selected as a use table according to the determination result of the variation pattern type. That is, the hit fluctuation pattern determination table 137A is selected as a use table in accordance with the determination result that the fluctuation pattern type is one of the normal CA3-1 to normal CA3-2 and the super CA3-3, and the fluctuation pattern type is specially set. The hit variation pattern determination table 137B is selected as the use table according to the result of the decision to use either CA4-1 or special CA4-2. Each of the variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B is a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the value of the random number (random 3) for variation pattern determination according to the variation pattern type. It includes data (judgment value) corresponding to one of a plurality of types of variation patterns corresponding to the case of "big hit".

  In the example illustrated in FIG. 11A, as the variation pattern types, a normal CA 3-1 which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with only normal reach and a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with a normal reach and a pseudo run are included. A case where the type is classified into a certain normal CA 3-2 and a super CA 3-3 which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern accompanied by super reach (sometimes accompanied by pseudo run with super reach) is shown. In the example shown in FIG. 11B, as the variation pattern types, a special CA4-1 which is a variation pattern type including a non-reach variation pattern, and a special CA4-1 which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern accompanied by a reach. 2 is shown. In FIG. 11B, the variation pattern types may be divided according to the presence / absence of an effect such as a pseudo-run or a slide effect, instead of being divided according to the presence / absence of a reach. In this case, for example, the special CA 4-1 includes the special PG1-1 and the special PG2-1 which are fluctuation patterns not accompanied by the pseudo-run and the slide effect, and the special CA4-2 includes the pseudo-run and the slide effect. The special PG1-2, the special PG1-3, and the special PG2-2 may be included.

  FIG. 12 is an explanatory diagram showing the deviation variation pattern determination table 138A stored in the ROM 54. When the variable display result is determined to be “out”, the outlier variation pattern determination table 138A, based on the determination result of the variation pattern type, is based on a random number for random variation determination (random 3). It is a table referred to in order to determine a variation pattern to any of a plurality of types. The outlier variation pattern determination table 138A is selected as a use table according to the determination result of the variation pattern type.

  13 and 14 are explanatory diagrams showing an example of the contents of the effect control command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560. In the examples shown in FIG. 13 and FIG. 14, the command 80XX (H) is an effect control command (variation pattern command ) (Each corresponds to the variation pattern XX). That is, when a unique number is assigned to each of the usable variation patterns shown in FIG. 6, there is a variation pattern command corresponding to each variation pattern specified by that number. Note that “(H)” indicates a hexadecimal number. Further, the effect control command for specifying the fluctuation pattern is also a command for specifying the start of fluctuation. Therefore, the effect control microcomputer 100, when receiving the command 80XX (H), controls the effect display device 9 to start the variable display of effect symbols.

  Commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H) are effect control commands indicating whether to make a big hit, whether to make a small hit, and the type of big hit. The effect control microcomputer 100 determines the display results of the effect symbols in response to the reception of the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H). Therefore, the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H) are referred to as display result designation commands.

  The command 8D01 (H) is an effect control command (first symbol change designation command) indicating that variable display (change) of the first special symbol is started. The command 8D02 (H) is an effect control command (second symbol variation designation command) indicating that variable display (variation) of the second special symbol is started. The first symbol variation designation command and the second symbol variation designation command may be collectively referred to as a special symbol specification command (or symbol variation designation command). Note that information indicating whether to start variable display of the first special symbol or variable display of the second special symbol may be included in the variation pattern command.

  The command 8F00 (H) is an effect control command (symbol confirmation designation command) indicating that the variable display (fluctuation) of the fourth symbol is ended and the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. When the effect control microcomputer 100 receives the symbol confirmation designation command, it ends variable display (variation) of the fourth symbol and derives and displays the display result.

  Command 9000 (H) is an effect control command (initialization designation command: power-on designation command) transmitted when power supply to the gaming machine is started. Command 9200 (H) is an effect control command (power failure restoration designation command) transmitted when power supply to the gaming machine is restarted. When power is supplied to the gaming machine, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits a power failure recovery designation command if data is stored in the backup RAM, otherwise, the initialization designation is performed. Send a command.

  The command 9F00 (H) is an effect control command (customer waiting demonstration designation command) for designating a customer waiting demonstration.

  Commands A001 to A003 (H) are effect control commands for displaying a fanfare screen, that is, for specifying the start of a big hit game (big hit start specifying command: fanfare specifying command). In this embodiment, a big hit start 1 specifying command, a big hit start 2 specifying command, or a small hit / suddenly variable probability big hit start specifying command is used according to the type of big hit. Specifically, in the case of "normal jackpot", the big hit start 1 designation command (A001 (H)) is used, and in the case of "normal big hit", the big hit start 2 designation command (A002 (H)) is given. In the case of "sudden probability big hit" or "small hit", a small hit / sudden probability variable big hit start designation command (A003 (H)) is used. Note that the game control microcomputer 560 may be configured to transmit the fanfare designation command for specifying sudden change big hit start when suddenly hitting, but not to transmit the fanfare designation command for small hitting. Good.

  The command A1XX (H) is an effect control command (specifying command during opening of the special winning opening) indicating that the large winning opening is open at the number of times (round) indicated by XX. In addition, since the value specifying the round is set in the EXT data and transmitted for each round, the special winning opening opening designation command that is different for each round is transmitted. For example, when executing the first round during the big hit game, a special winning opening opening designation command (A101 (H)) for specifying round 1 is transmitted, and when executing the tenth round during the big hit game, Transmits a special winning opening opening command (A10A (H)) for specifying round 10. A2XX (H) is an effect control command (specifying command after opening the special winning opening) indicating the closing of the special winning opening at the number of times (round) indicated by XX. In addition, since the value specifying the round is set in the EXT data and transmitted for each round in the special winning opening specification command, the different special winning opening specification command is transmitted for each round. For example, when ending the first round during the jackpot game, a designation command (A201 (H)) after opening the special winning opening that designates round 1 is transmitted, and when ending the tenth round during the jackpot game, Transmits a special winning opening opening command (A30A (H)) for specifying round 10.

  The command A301 (H) is an effect control command for displaying the big hit end screen, that is, for specifying the end of the big hit game (big hit end 1 designation command: ending 1 designation command). The big hit end 1 designation command (A301 (H)) is used when a big hit game based on “normal big hit” is ended. The command A302 (H) is an effect control command for displaying the big hit end screen, that is, for specifying the end of the big hit game (big hit end 2 designation command: ending 2 designation command). The big hit end 2 designation command (A302 (H)) is used when a big hit game based on “probable change big hit” is ended. The command A303 (H) is an effect control command for specifying the end of the small hit game or the end of the sudden change big hit game (small hit / sudden change probability big hit end command: Ending 3 designation command). Note that the game control microcomputer 560 is configured to transmit an ending designation command for sudden change big hit end designation when sudden change is a big hit, but not to send an ending designation command for small hit. Is also good.

  The command B000 (H) is an effect control command (normal state background designation command) for designating background display when the gaming state is the normal state. The command B001 (H) is an effect control command (a time-saving state background designation command) for designating a background display when the gaming state is the time-saving state. The command B002 (H) is an effect control command (probable change state background designation command) for designating background display when the gaming state is in the probable change state.

  The command C000 (H) is an effect control command (first reservation storage number addition designation command) for designating that the first reservation storage number has increased by one. The command C100 (H) is an effect control command (a second reserved storage number addition designation command) for designating that the second reserved storage number has been increased by one. The command C200 (H) is an effect control command (first subtraction storage number subtraction designation command) for designating that the first reservation storage number has decreased by one. The command C300 (H) is an effect control command (a second reserved storage number subtraction designation command) for designating that the second reserved storage number has decreased by one.

  In this embodiment, as the pending storage information, an effect control command (first suspension storage number addition designation) indicating that the suspension storage number has increased or decreased, respectively, for the first suspension storage number and the second suspension storage number. A command, a second storage number addition designation command) is shown, but the form of the storage information is not limited to that shown in this embodiment, and for example, the following form of the storage Information may be transmitted.

(1) Only one command is transmitted as the pending storage information, and in that one command, which one of the first pending storage and the second pending storage is increased is specified, and the number of the pending storage that has increased is specified. (The first number of reserved storages or the second number of reserved storages) may be set and transmitted as EXT data.

(2) Only one command is transmitted as the pending storage information, and in that one command, which one of the first pending storage and the second pending storage is increased is specified, and the total number of pending storage is indicated by the EXT data. Alternatively, it may be set and transmitted.

(3) As the reserved storage information, which one of the first starting winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 has been started and won (whether the first reserved storage or the second reserved storage has been increased) is designated. In addition to transmitting the effect control commands (the first start prize designation command and the second start prize designation command), a separate command for designating the number of retained memories is transmitted separately from the command. The sum of the number of pending storages may be set and transmitted as EXT data.

(4) As the reserved storage information, which of the first starting winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 has been designated as the winning start (whether the first reserved storage or the second reserved storage has been increased) is designated. In addition to transmitting the effect control commands (the first start prize designation command and the second start prize designation command), a separate command for designating the number of retained memories is transmitted separately from the command. The increased reserved storage number (first reserved storage number or second reserved storage number) may be set and transmitted as EXT data.

  The command C4XX (H) and the command C6XX (H) are effect control commands (winning-time determination result designation commands) indicating the contents of the winning-time determination result. Among these, the command C4XX (H) is an effect control command (symbol designating command) indicating the result of the determination of the type of a big hit, whether or not a big hit, a small hit, out of the determination results at the time of a prize. is there. The command C6XX (H) is an effect control command indicating a determination result (determination result of the variation pattern type) as to which determination value range of the random number for variation pattern type determination is included in the determination result at the time of winning. (Fluctuation category command).

  In this embodiment, in a prize-winning effect process (see FIG. 22) described later, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not a big hit, a small hit, or a big hit at the time of starting prize. Then, it is determined which of the determination values the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type falls within. Then, in the EXT data of the symbol designating command, a value for designating a big hit or a small hit or a value for designating a big hit type is set, and control for transmitting to the effect control microcomputer 100 is performed. Further, a value that specifies the range of the determination value as the determination result is set in the EXT data of the variation category command, and control is performed to transmit the value to the effect control microcomputer 100. In this embodiment, the effect control microcomputer 100 can recognize whether the display result is a big hit or a small hit, and recognize the type of the big hit based on the value set in the symbol designating command. Based on the fluctuation category command, if the value of the fluctuation pattern type determination random number is a predetermined judgment value, the fluctuation pattern type can be recognized.

  FIG. 15 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the symbol designation command. As shown in FIG. 15, in this embodiment, EXT data is set according to whether a big hit or a small hit and the type of the big hit, and a symbol designating command is transmitted.

  For example, in the prize-winning effect process described later, when it is determined that the character is "out", the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (symbol 1 designation command) in which EXT data is set to "00 (H)". Further, for example, when it is determined to be “normal big hit”, the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (symbol 2 designation command) in which EXT data is set to “01 (H)”. Further, for example, when it is determined to be “probable change big hit”, the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (symbol 3 designation command) in which EXT data is set to “02 (H)”. Further, for example, when it is determined to be “suddenly probable big hit”, the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (symbol 4 designation command) in which EXT data is set to “03 (H)”. Further, for example, when it is determined to be “small hit”, the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (symbol 5 designation command) in which EXT data is set to “04 (H)”. The EXT data set in the symbol designation command and the EXT data set in the display result designation command may be shared. With such a configuration, the data to be read can be shared when setting the symbol designation command and when setting the display result designation command.

  FIG. 16 and FIG. 17 are explanatory diagrams showing an example of the content of the variable category command. As shown in FIG. 16 and FIG. 17, in this embodiment, which game state, which display result of the special symbol or the effect symbol is displayed, and the random number for determining the variation pattern type at the time of the start winning. Is set in the EXT data according to which of the determination values is determined to fall within the range of the determination value, and the fluctuation category command is transmitted.

  For example, when it is determined that the gaming state is a normal state and a loss at the time of the start winning, the CPU 56 first determines whether the value of the random number for variation pattern type determination is 1 to 79 in step S232 of the winning effect production process described later. Determine whether or not. When the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is 1 to 79, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 1 command in which EXT data is set to “00 (H)”. In this embodiment, when the gaming state is the normal state, the variation pattern type of the non-reach CA 2-1 is commonly assigned to the range of the determination values 1 to 79 regardless of the total number of stored storages. Therefore, the effect control microcomputer 100 can recognize that at least the fluctuation pattern type is the non-reach CA 2-1 based on the reception of the fluctuation category 1 command. Next, when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 80 to 89, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 2 command in which EXT data is set to “01 (H)”. Next, when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 90 to 99, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 3 command in which EXT data is set to “02 (H)”. Next, when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 100 to 169, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 4 command in which EXT data is set to “03 (H)”. Next, when the value of the random number for determining a variation pattern type is 170 to 199, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 5 command in which EXT data is set to “04 (H)”. Next, when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 200 to 214, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 6 command in which EXT data is set to “05 (H)”. Next, when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 215 to 229, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 7 command in which EXT data is set to “06 (H)”. Next, when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 230 to 251, the CPU 56 transmits a variation category 8 command in which “07 (H)” is set in the EXT data. In this embodiment, when the gaming state is the normal state, the variation pattern type of the super CA2-7 is commonly assigned to the range of the determination values 230 to 251 regardless of the total number of stored storages. Therefore, the effect control microcomputer 100 can recognize that the variation pattern type is at least the super CA2-7 based on the reception of the variation category 8 command.

  The thresholds 79, 89, 99, 169, 199, 214, and 229 used to determine which of the above-mentioned fluctuation categories belong to are specifically shown in FIGS. 10 (A) and 10 (B). It is derived by picking up a value that can be a boundary of the range of the determination value assigned to each variation pattern type in the outlier variation pattern type determination table. This is the same for the following fluctuation categories 9 to 10 and 21 to 29, and is assigned to each fluctuation pattern type in the fluctuation pattern type determination tables shown in FIGS. 9A to 9D and FIG. A threshold value used for category determination is derived by picking up a value that may be a boundary of the determined determination value range.

  Further, for example, when it is determined that the gaming state is in the probability change state, the time saving state, and the loss at the time of the start winning, the CPU 56 first sets the value of the variation pattern type determination random number to 1 in step S232 of the winning effect production process described later. 219 is determined. When the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is 1 to 219 (that is, when the variation pattern type is the non-reach CA 2-3), the CPU 56 sets the variation in which the EXT data is set to “08 (H)”. Send a category 9 command. Next, when the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is 220 to 251 (that is, when the variation pattern type is Super CA2-7), the CPU 56 sets “09 (H)” in the EXT data. A variable category 10 command is transmitted.

  In addition, even when the gaming state is the probable change state or the time saving state, the fluctuation pattern type of the super CA 2-7 may be assigned to the range of the determination values 230 to 251. By doing so, a common determination value can be assigned to the variation pattern type of the super CA 2-7 regardless of the gaming state. Therefore, when executing the processing of step S232 of the processing of the prize-winning effect described later, if it is a loss, the common determination processing may be performed regardless of the gaming state, and the program capacity can be further reduced. In this case, the process of determining the game state in step S226 can be omitted.

  Further, for example, when it is determined that a “normal big hit” is made at the time of the start winning, the CPU 56 first determines whether or not the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is 1 to 74 in step S232 of the winning effect production process described later. Is determined. When the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is 1 to 74 (that is, when the variation pattern type is the normal CA 3-1), the CPU 56 sets the variation category in which EXT data is set to “10 (H)”. 21 command is transmitted. Next, when the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is 75 to 149 (that is, when the variation pattern type is normal CA3-2), the CPU 56 sets “11 (H)” in the EXT data. A fluctuation category 22 command is transmitted. Next, when the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is 150 to 251 (that is, when the variation pattern type is Super CA3-3), the CPU 56 sets “12 (H)” in the EXT data. A variable category 23 command is transmitted.

  Further, for example, when it is determined that a “probable change big hit” occurs at the time of the start winning, in step S232 of the winning effect production process described later, the CPU 56 first determines whether or not the value of the random number for fluctuation pattern type determination is 1 to 38. Is determined. If the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is 1 to 38 (that is, if the variation pattern type is the normal CA 3-1), the CPU 56 sets the variation category in which EXT data is set to “13 (H)”. 24 command is transmitted. Next, when the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is 39 to 79 (that is, when the variation pattern type is the normal CA3-2), the CPU 56 sets “14 (H)” in the EXT data. A fluctuation category 25 command is transmitted. Next, when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 80 to 251 (that is, when the variation pattern type is Super CA3-3), the CPU 56 sets “15 (H)” in the EXT data. A fluctuation category 26 command is transmitted.

  Further, for example, when it is determined that a probability change big hit suddenly occurs at the time of the start winning, the CPU 56 first determines whether or not the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is 1 to 100 in step S232 of the winning effect production process described later. Is determined. When the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 100 (that is, when the variation pattern type is the special CA 4-1), the CPU 56 sets the variation category in which the EXT data is set to “16 (H)”. 27 command is transmitted. Next, when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 101 to 251 (that is, when the variation pattern type is the special CA 4-2), the CPU 56 sets the variation category in which EXT data is set to “17 (H)”. 28 command is transmitted.

  Further, for example, when it is determined that a small hit occurs at the time of the start winning, the CPU 56 transmits a fluctuation category 29 command in which “18 (H)” is set in the EXT data.

  It should be noted that the total number of pending storages is not always the same when the prize determination is performed at the time of the start prize and when the fluctuation display is actually started. In some cases, the pattern type does not match the variation pattern type actually used in the variation display. However, in this embodiment, a common determination value is assigned to at least the non-reach CA2-1, the super CA2-7, and the super CA3-3, regardless of the total number of pending storages. (See FIGS. 9 and 10), no inconsistency occurs between the winning determination result and the variation pattern type of the variation display actually executed. Therefore, a prefetch effect described later may be executed only for the variable display determined at the time of winning when the variation pattern type is the non-reach CA2-1, the super CA2-7, or the super CA3-3. . In the case of such a configuration, only when it is determined that the fluctuation pattern types are the non-reach CA2-1, super CA2-7, and super CA3-3, the fluctuation category command shown in FIGS. Transmits only the fluctuation category 1 command, the fluctuation category 8 command, the fluctuation category 23 command, and the fluctuation category 26 command), and does not transmit the fluctuation category command in the case of the winning determination result of the other fluctuation pattern types. You may. Further, when it is determined at the time of winning that it is other than the non-reach CA2-1, super CA2-7 and super CA3-3, a fluctuation category command indicating that the fluctuation pattern type cannot be specified may be transmitted. Good.

  In this embodiment, a start winning prize to the first start winning opening 13 occurs in the time saving state (high base state), or a start winning to the first starting winning opening 13 during the big hit game. Except when it occurs (see steps S1215A and S1216A), every time a start winning is generated, a prize-winning process is executed, the symbol designating command shown in FIG. 15 is transmitted, and the fluctuation shown in FIGS. 16 and 17 is performed. A category command is sent. Then, based on the received symbol designation command and the variation category command, the effect control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not a big hit or a reach will be made before the variation display of the notice target is started. Execute the prefetching effect to be announced.

  The effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) mounted on the effect control board 80 receives the effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560 mounted on the main board 31. Then, according to the contents shown in FIGS. 13 and 14, the display state of the image display device 9 is changed, the display state of the lamp is changed, and sound number data is output to the audio output board 70. I do.

  For example, the game control microcomputer 560 designates the variation pattern of the effect symbol every time a special winning symbol is displayed on the first special symbol indicator 8a or the second special symbol indicator 8b due to a winning start. The variation pattern command and the display result designation command are transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100.

  In this embodiment, the effect control command has a 2-byte configuration, and the first byte indicates MODE (command classification) and the second byte indicates EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of MODE data is always set to “1”, and the first bit (bit 7) of EXT data is always set to “0”. Such a command form is an example, and another command form may be used. For example, a control command composed of 1 byte or 3 bytes or more may be used.

  As a method of transmitting the effect control command, the effect control command data is output from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80 via the relay board 77 one byte at a time by eight parallel signal lines of the effect control signals CD0 to CD7, In addition to the effect control command data, a method of outputting a pulse-like (rectangular wave) capture signal (effect control INT signal) for instructing the capture of the effect control command data is used. The 8-bit effect control command data of the effect control command is output in synchronization with the effect control INT signal. The effect control microcomputer 100 mounted on the effect control board 80 detects that the effect control INT signal has risen, and starts a process of fetching 1-byte data by an interrupt process.

  In the examples shown in FIG. 13 and FIG. 14, the variation pattern command and the display result designation command are displayed on the first special symbol display 8a in the variable display (fluctuation) of the effect symbol corresponding to the variation of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. An image display that can be used in common with the variable display (fluctuation) of the effect symbol corresponding to the change of the second special symbol on the symbol display 8b, and performs the effect in conjunction with the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. When controlling the effect parts such as the device 9, it is possible to prevent the types of commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100 from increasing.

  FIGS. 18 and 19 are flowcharts showing an example of a program for a special symbol process (step S26) executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) mounted on the main board 31. As described above, in the special symbol process processing, processing for controlling the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the special winning opening is executed. In the special symbol process process, if the first starting port switch 13a for detecting that the game ball has won the first starting winning port 13 is turned on, that is, the starting to the first starting winning port 13 is performed. If a winning has occurred, a first start-up switch passing process is executed (steps S311 and S312). Further, the CPU 56 determines that the second start opening switch 14a for detecting that the game ball has won the second start winning opening 14 is on, that is, the start winning to the second start winning opening 14 has occurred. Then, the second starting port switch passing process is executed (steps S313 and S314). Then, any one of steps S300 to S310 is performed. If the first start winning port switch 13a or the second start port switch 14a is not on, any one of steps S300 to S310 is performed according to the internal state.

  The processing in steps S300 to S310 is as follows.

  Special symbol normal processing (step S300): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 0. When the game control microcomputer 560 is in a state where the variable display of the special symbol can be started, the microcomputer 560 checks the number of numerical data stored in the hold storage buffer (the total number of hold storage). The number of stored numeric data stored in the hold storage buffer can be confirmed by the count value of the total hold storage counter. If the count value of the total reserved storage number counter is not 0, it is determined whether or not the display result of the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is a big hit. In the case of a big hit, a big hit flag is set. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (1 in this example) according to step S301. The big hit flag is reset when the big hit game ends.

  Variation pattern setting processing (step S301): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 1. In addition, a fluctuation pattern is determined, and the fluctuation time (variable display time: the time from the start of the variable display to the derivation display (stop display) of the display result) in the fluctuation pattern is defined as the fluctuation time of the variable display of the special symbol. Decide to do. In addition, control is performed to transmit a fluctuation pattern command corresponding to the determined fluctuation pattern to the effect control microcomputer 100, and a fluctuation time timer for measuring the fluctuation time of the special symbol is started. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (2 in this example) corresponding to step S302.

  Display result designation command transmission processing (step S302): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 2. Control for transmitting a display result designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 is performed. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (3 in this example) corresponding to step S303.

  Special symbol change processing (step S303): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 3. When the fluctuation time of the fluctuation pattern selected in the fluctuation pattern setting process has elapsed (the fluctuation time timer set in step S301 has timed out, that is, the value of the fluctuation time timer has become 0), the effect control microcomputer 100 determines the symbol. Control for transmitting the designated command is performed, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (4 in this example) corresponding to step S304. The effect control microcomputer 100 controls the effect display device 9 to stop the fourth symbol when receiving the symbol confirmation designation command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560.

  Special symbol stop processing (step S304): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. When the big hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (5 in this example) corresponding to step S305. If the small hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (8 in this example) corresponding to step S308. If neither the big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to step S300. In this embodiment, based on the fact that the value of the special symbol process flag has become 4, as described later, a special symbol display control for stopping and displaying the stop symbol of the special symbol in the special symbol display control process. The data is set in the output buffer for setting special symbol display control data (see FIG. 30), and in the display control process of step S22, the stop symbol of the special symbol is actually stopped and displayed according to the setting content of the output buffer.

  Big winning opening pre-processing (step S305): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 5. In the special winning opening opening pre-processing, control for opening the special winning opening is performed. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter for counting the number of game balls entering the special winning opening) and the like are initialized, and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the special winning opening. In addition, while performing control to transmit the special winning opening opening command to the effect control microcomputer 100, the execution time of the special winning opening processing is set by a timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set in step S306. (In this example, 6). Note that the special winning opening opening process is executed for each round, but when the first round is started, the special winning opening opening process is also a process for starting a big hit game. In addition, since the value specifying the round is set in the EXT data and transmitted for each round, the special winning opening opening designation command that is different for each round is transmitted. For example, when executing the first round during the big hit game, a special winning opening opening designation command (A101 (H)) for specifying round 1 is transmitted, and when executing the tenth round during the big hit game, Transmits a special winning opening opening command (A10A (H)) for specifying round 10.

  Big winning opening process (step S306): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 6. In the processing during opening of the special winning opening, processing for confirming establishment of a closing condition of the special winning opening is performed. If the closing condition of the special winning opening is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (5 in this example) corresponding to step S305. In addition to performing control to transmit a designation command after the jackpot is released to the effect control microcomputer 100, and when all rounds have been completed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set to a value corresponding to step S307 (this In the example, it is updated to 7).

  Big hit end processing (step S307): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 7. Control is performed to cause the effect control microcomputer 100 to perform display control for notifying the player that the big hit gaming state has ended. In addition, a process of setting a flag (for example, a probability change flag or a time saving flag) indicating a game state is performed. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to step S300.

  Small hit opening pre-processing (step S308): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 8. In the small hit opening pre-processing, control for opening the big winning opening is performed. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter for counting the number of game balls entering the special winning opening) and the like are initialized, and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the special winning opening. Further, the execution time of the special winning opening process is set by the timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (9 in this example) corresponding to step S309. Note that the small hit opening pre-processing is executed every time the big winning opening during the small hit game is opened. It is also a process to start.

  Small hit opening processing (step S309): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 9. Processing for confirming establishment of the closing condition of the special winning opening is performed. If the closing condition of the special winning opening is satisfied and the number of opening of the special winning opening still remains, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set to a value (8 in this example) corresponding to step S308. Update. When all the openings have been completed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (10 in this example) corresponding to step S310.

  Small hit end processing (step S310): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 10. Control is performed to cause the effect control microcomputer 100 to perform display control for notifying the player that the small hitting game state has ended. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to step S300.

  FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing the starting port switch passage processing in steps S312 and S314. FIG. 20A is a flowchart showing the first starting port switch passage processing in step S312. FIG. 20B is a flowchart showing the second starting port switch passage processing in step S314.

  First, the first starting port switch passage processing will be described with reference to FIG. In the first startup port switch passage process executed when the first startup port switch 13a is in the ON state, the CPU 56 first determines whether or not the first reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, It is checked whether or not the value of the first reserved storage number counter for counting one reserved storage number is 4) (step S1211A). If the first reserved storage number has reached the upper limit, the process is terminated as it is.

  If the first reserved storage number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 56 increments the value of the first reserved storage number counter by 1 (step S1212A), and increases the value of the total reserved storage number counter for counting the total reserved storage number. Is increased by 1 (step S1213A). Next, the CPU 56 executes a process of extracting values from the random number circuit 53 and a counter for generating a software random number and storing them in a storage area in the first hold storage buffer (see FIG. 21B) (see FIG. 21B). Step S1214A). In the processing of step S1214A, a random R (hard hit determination random number) that is a hardware random number, a jackpot type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and a variation pattern A random number for determination (random 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. In addition, the random number for random determination (random 3) is not extracted in the first start opening switch passage process (at the time of starting winning) and is stored in the storage area in advance, but is extracted when the first special symbol starts to change. You may do so. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 may directly extract a value from a variation pattern determination random number counter for generating a variation pattern determination random number (random 3) in a variation pattern setting process described later.

  FIG. 21 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of an area (hold storage buffer) for storing a random number or the like corresponding to hold storage. As shown in FIG. 21, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit (4 in this example) of the first reserved storage number is secured in the first reserved storage buffer. In the second reserved storage buffer, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the second reserved storage number is secured. In this embodiment, the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer include a random R (hard hit determination random number) as a hardware random number, a big hit type determination random number (random 1) as a software random number, A random number for pattern type determination (random 2) and a random number for variation pattern determination (random 3) are stored. Note that the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer are formed in the RAM 55.

  Note that, in this embodiment, a case is shown in which a random number value such as a random number for jackpot determination is stored in the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer as hold storage. It is not limited to random numbers. For example, it may be determined in advance whether or not to make a big hit or a small hit based on a random number for big hit determination or the like, and the result of the determination may be stored in the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer as hold storage. .

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not a time reduction flag indicating that the gaming state is the time reduction state (high base state) is set (step S1215A). If it has been set, the process moves directly to step S1220A. If the time reduction flag is not set, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 5 or more (step S1216A). If the value of the special symbol process flag is 5 or more (that is, if the big hit game state or the small hit game state), the CPU 56 proceeds directly to step S1220A.

  If the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 5, a prize-winning effect process is performed in which a fluctuation display result and a fluctuation pattern type when a fluctuation based on the detected start prize is subsequently executed are determined in advance at the start prize (step). S1217A). Then, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the symbol designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 based on the determination result of the winning effect effect processing (step S1218A), and transmits the variable category command to the effect control microcomputer 100. The control is performed (step S1219A). Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the first reserved storage number addition designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1220A).

  In this embodiment, by executing the processing of steps S1218A and S1219A, the CPU 56 always enters the first starting winning opening 13 and executes the winning effect processing of step S1217A. The command and the variation category command are both transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100.

  Further, in this embodiment, by executing the processing of steps S1218A to S1220A, when a start winning is generated in the first starting winning opening 13, the symbol designating is performed when the winning effect processing of step S1217A is executed. A set of three commands, a command, a fluctuation category command, and a first reserved storage number addition designation command, is transmitted collectively within one timer interrupt.

  However, if it is determined in step S1215A or step S1216A that Y has not been performed, the CPU 56 does not execute the prize-winning stage effect processing in step S1217A. In step S1220A, the CPU 56 controls to transmit only the first hold storage number addition designation command. Is performed, and control for transmitting a winning determination result designation command (symbol designation command, variable category command) is not performed. Note that when the prize-winning effect process of step S1217A is not executed, a prize-winning-judgment-result designation in which a value (for example, “FF (H)”) indicating that the prize-judgment result cannot be specified is set as the EXT data. Commands (symbol designating command, variable category command) may be transmitted.

  Further, in this embodiment, by executing the processing of step S1215A, if there is a start winning in the first starting winning opening 13, the processing of step S1217A is performed only when the gaming state is the low base state. A winning effect process is executed. Also, in this embodiment, by executing the processing of step S1216A, if there is a start winning in the first starting winning opening 13, the step S1217A is performed only when the game is not in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. Is performed at the time of winning. Note that the process may not be shifted to step S1217A only in the case of the big hit gaming state, and may be shifted to step S1217A in the case of the small hit gaming state to execute the prize winning effect process.

  Further, in this embodiment, the control of opening the special winning opening for a predetermined number of rounds (for example, 15 rounds) is performed after the start of the big hit is notified of the big hit gaming state (specific gaming state). This is a state in which the opening of the special winning opening in the final round is completed and the end of the big hit is notified. Specifically, this is a state in which the processes from the special winning opening opening process (see step S305) to the big hit end process (see step S307) in the special symbol process process are being executed.

  Next, the second starting port switch passage processing will be described with reference to FIG. In the second startup port switch passage process executed when the second startup port switch 14a is in the ON state, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the second reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, the second reserved port switch number). It is checked whether the value of the second reserved storage number counter for counting the storage number is 4) (step S1211B). If the second reserved storage number has reached the upper limit, the processing is terminated as it is.

  If the second reserved storage number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 56 increments the value of the second reserved storage number counter by 1 (step S1212B), and increases the value of the total reserved storage number counter for counting the total reserved storage number. Is increased by 1 (step S1213B). Next, the CPU 56 executes a process of extracting values from the random number circuit 53 and a counter for generating software random numbers and storing them in a storage area in the second hold storage buffer (see FIG. 21B) (see FIG. 21B). Step S1214B). In the process of step S1214B, a random R (hard hit determination random number) which is a hardware random number, a big hit type determination random number (random 1) which is a software random number, a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and a variation pattern A random number for determination (random 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. It is to be noted that the random number for random determination (random 3) is not extracted in the second start opening switch passing process (at the time of starting winning) and is stored in the storage area in advance, but is extracted at the start of the change of the second special symbol. You may do so. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 may directly extract a value from a variation pattern determination random number counter for generating a variation pattern determination random number (random 3) in a variation pattern setting process described later.

  Next, the CPU 56 executes a winning effect process (step S1217B). Then, the CPU 56 performs control of transmitting the symbol designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 based on the determination result of the winning effect effect process (step S1218B), and transmits the variable category command to the effect control microcomputer 100. The control is performed (step S1219B). Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the second reserved storage number addition designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1220B).

  In this embodiment, by executing the processing of steps S1218B and S1219B, the CPU 56 always enters the second starting winning opening 14 and executes the winning effect processing of step S1217B. The command and the variation category command are both transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100.

  Also, in this embodiment, by executing the processing of steps S1218B to S1220B, a symbol is designated when a winning prize is generated in the second starting winning port 14 and the prize-winning effect processing of step S1217B is performed. A set of three commands, a command, a fluctuation category command, and a command for specifying the addition of the second reserved storage number, is transmitted collectively within one timer interrupt.

  Note that the same processing as in step S1215A may be performed in the second starting port switch passing processing, and the prize winning effect processing in step S1217B may not be performed in a time saving state. That is, the winning effect process of step S1217B may be executed only in the normal state (low base state) to transmit the symbol designation command and the fluctuation category command.

  Also, in the second starting port switch passing process, the same process as step S1216A may be performed, and if a big hit game is being played, the prize winning effect process of step S1217B may not be executed. In addition, in the second starting port switch passing process, the prize effect process of step S1217B may not be executed (that is, the prize determination process may not be executed for the second special symbol). .

  FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing the winning effect processing of steps S1217A and S1217B. In the prize-winning effect processing, the CPU 56 first compares the random number (random R) for jackpot determination extracted in steps S1214A and S1214B with the jackpot determination value in the normal state shown in the left column of FIG. It is checked whether they match (step S220). In this embodiment, at the timing when the change of the special symbol and the effect symbol is started, whether or not to make a big hit or a small hit in the special symbol normal processing to be described later, the big hit type is determined, and the variation pattern is set in the variation pattern setting processing. Alternatively, at the timing when the game ball starts and wins in the first starting winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14, before the fluctuation display based on the starting winning is started, By executing the prize-winning effect processing, it is confirmed in advance whether or not a big hit or a small hit will occur, and which value of the random number for determining the type of the big hit and the variation pattern will fall in any of the determination values. By doing so, the fluctuation display result and the fluctuation pattern type can be predicted in advance before the fluctuation display of the effect symbol is executed, and a so-called prefetch notice effect can be executed.

  If the big hit determination random number (random R) does not match the normal big hit determination value (N in step S220), the CPU 56 sets a probability change flag indicating that the game state is the probability change state (high probability state). It is confirmed whether or not it has been performed (step S221). If the probability change flag is set, the CPU 56 compares the random number (random R) for jackpot determination extracted in steps S1214A and S1214B with the jackpot determination value at the time of probability change shown in the right column of FIG. It is determined whether or not matches (step S222). Note that a plurality of variable displays may be executed between the time when it is determined in step S221 whether or not the variable display is at the start winning prize and the time when the variable display based on the start winning is actually started. There is. For this reason, the game state has changed between the time when it is determined in step S221 whether or not the winning change has occurred at the time of the start winning, and the time when the fluctuation display based on the start winning has actually started (for example, the start of the change). If a probability variable hit or sudden probability change occurs before, the normal state changes to the probability change state.) Therefore, the gaming state determined in step S221 at the time of starting winning and the gaming state determined at the start of change (see step S61 described later) do not always match. In addition, in order to prevent such inconsistency, a game with a change in the game state in the currently stored hold memory is specified, and a determination of a start winning is made based on the game state after the change. Is also good.

  If the big hit determination random number (random R) does not match the big hit determination value at the time of the probability change (N in step S222), the CPU 56 compares the big hit determination random number (random R) extracted in steps S1214A and S1214B with FIG. ) And (C) are compared with each other to confirm whether or not they match (step S223). In this case, if there is a start winning in the first starting winning opening 13 (in the case where the winning effect processing of step S1217A is executed), the CPU 56 determines the small hit determination table (the first hit winning table) shown in FIG. It is determined whether or not it matches the small hit determination value set for the special symbol. In addition, when there is a winning start in the second starting winning opening 14 (when executing the winning effect processing of step S1217B), a small hit determination table (for the second special symbol) shown in FIG. 8C. It is determined whether or not the value matches the small hit determination value set in.

  If the big hit determination random number (random R) does not match the small hit determination value (N in step S223), the CPU 56 sets the EXT data “00 (H)” indicating “out” in the symbol designation command. Is performed (step S224).

  Next, the CPU 56 performs a process of determining the current gaming state (step S225). In this embodiment, in step S225, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the gaming state is in the probable change state and whether or not the game is in the time saving state (specifically, whether or not the probable change flag and the time reduction flag are set). Is determined. It should be noted that a plurality of times are required between the time when it is determined whether or not the winning change is made in step S225 and whether or not the time saving state is reached after the start winning prize, until the start of the fluctuation display based on the start winning prize. Variable display may be performed. For this reason, the game state changes between the time when the start winning prize is confirmed in step S225 and whether or not the time saving state is reached, and before the fluctuation display based on the start winning prize is actually started. (For example, when a certain-variable big hit or a sudden big-change big hit occurs before the start of the change, the state changes from the normal state to the certain-change state). Therefore, the gaming state determined in step S225 at the time of a winning start and the gaming state determined at the start of the change (see step S61 described later) do not always match. In addition, in order to prevent such inconsistency, a game with a change in the game state in the currently stored hold memory is specified, and a determination of a start winning is made based on the game state after the change. Is also good.

  Then, the CPU 56 sets each threshold value for disconnection according to the determination result of step S225 (step S226). In this embodiment, a threshold value determination program for performing a threshold value determination is incorporated in advance, and the value of the random number for variation pattern type determination falls in any of the determination value ranges by determining whether or not the value is larger than the threshold value. Is determined, and the value of the EXT data set in the fluctuation category command shown in FIGS. 16 and 17 is determined.

  For example, the CPU 56 sets the threshold value 219 when it is determined that the gaming state is the certainty changing state or the time saving state. In this case, in step S232 described later, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is equal to or less than the threshold value 219, and if the value is equal to or less than the threshold value 219 (that is, if it is 1 to 219). Determines that “08 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). If it is not equal to or less than the threshold value 219 (that is, if it is 220 to 251), it is determined that “09 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16).

  Further, for example, when the CPU 56 determines that the gaming state is the normal state, the CPU 56 sets the thresholds 79, 89, 99, 169, 199, 214, and 229 regardless of the total number of reserved storages. In this case, in step S232 described later, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the value of the random number for fluctuation pattern type determination is equal to or smaller than the threshold value 79, and when it is equal to or smaller than the threshold value 79 (that is, 1 to 79). Determines that “00 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). If the threshold value is equal to or less than 89 (that is, if the threshold value is 80 to 89), it is determined that “01 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). If it is equal to or less than the threshold value 99 (that is, if it is 90 to 99), it is determined that “02 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). If the difference is less than or equal to the threshold value 169 (that is, if it is 100 to 169), it is determined that “03 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). If the difference is equal to or smaller than the threshold 199 (that is, if the difference is 170 to 199), it is determined that “04 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). If it is less than or equal to the threshold value 214 (that is, if it is 200 to 214), it is determined that “05 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). If it is equal to or less than the threshold value 229 (that is, if it is 215 to 229), it is determined that “06 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). If it is not less than or equal to the threshold value 229 (that is, if it is 230 to 251), it is determined that “07 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16).

  In the example of the threshold determination described above, the thresholds are determined to be 79, 89, 99, 169, 199, 214, and 229 in ascending order of the threshold value. It does not fall within the range below the threshold value of the previous order. That is, after determining whether or not the threshold value is equal to or less than the threshold value 79, when determining whether or not the threshold value is equal to or less than the threshold value 89, the value does not fall within the range of 1 to 79 which is equal to or less than the threshold value in the previous order. Is determined to be within the range. Further, in this embodiment, the case where the threshold value is determined to be 79, 89, 99, 169, 199, 214, and 229 in ascending order is shown. 199, 169, 99, 89 and 79 may be determined. The same applies to the case where a determination is made using another threshold value described below.

  Note that the threshold in the normal state (low probability / low base state) may always be set without performing the game state determination in step S225. Even with such a configuration, since the range of the determination value is common to at least the variation pattern type that is “super-reach out of alignment”, it is determined whether or not “super-reach out of alignment”. be able to.

  If the big hit determination random number (random R) matches the small hit determination value (Y in step S223), the CPU 56 sends the EXT data “04 (H)” indicating “small hit” to the symbol designation command. Is performed (step S227).

  Next, the CPU 56 sets a threshold value for small hits (step S228). In this embodiment, the CPU 56 sets the threshold 251. In step S232 described later, the CPU 56 determines that the value of the random number for fluctuation pattern type determination is equal to or smaller than the threshold 251 (1 to 251). It is determined that “18 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the fluctuation category command (see FIG. 17). In the case of a small hit, it may be determined that the EXT data “18 (H)” is set as it is without performing the threshold determination.

  If the big hit determination random number (random R) matches the big hit determination value in step S220 or step S222, the CPU 56 determines the big hit type based on the big hit type determination random number (random 1) extracted in steps S1214A and S1214B. Is determined (step S229). In this case, if there is a start winning in the first starting winning opening 13 (in the case of executing the winning effect processing of step S1217A), the CPU 56 determines the big hit type determination table (first It is determined whether the jackpot type is “normal jackpot”, “probably variable jackpot” or “suddenly variable jackpot” by using the special symbol 131a. In addition, when there is a start winning in the second starting winning opening 14 (when executing the winning effect process of step S1217B), the big hit type determination table (for the second special symbol) shown in FIG. Using the 131b, it is determined whether the big hit type is “normal big hit”, “probably variable big hit” or “sudden positive big hit”.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs a process of setting EXT data according to the jackpot type determination result in the symbol designation command (step S230). In this case, if it is determined that the "normal jackpot" is obtained, the CPU 56 performs a process of setting the EXT data "01 (H)" indicating the "normal jackpot" to the symbol designating command. If it is determined that the "big hit" is reached, the CPU 56 performs a process of setting EXT data "02 (H)" indicating the big hit as a symbol designating command. Further, when it is determined that the “sudden probability change big hit” is reached, the CPU 56 performs a process of setting the EXT data “03 (H)” indicating the “sudden probability change big hit” to the symbol designating command.

  Then, the CPU 56 sets each big hit threshold in accordance with the big hit type determined in step S229 (step S231).

  For example, the CPU 56 sets the thresholds 74 and 149 when it is determined to be “normal big hit”. In this case, in step S232 described later, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is equal to or smaller than the threshold 74, and when the value is equal to or smaller than the threshold 74 (that is, 1 to 74). Determines that “10 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17). If it is equal to or smaller than the threshold 149 (that is, if it is 75 to 149), it is determined that “11 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17). If it is not less than or equal to the threshold value 149 (that is, if it is 150 to 251), it is determined that “12 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17).

  In addition, for example, when the CPU 56 determines that “probably large hit”, the CPU 56 sets the thresholds 38 and 79. In this case, in step S232 described later, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the value of the random number for fluctuation pattern type determination is equal to or less than the threshold value 38. Determines that “13 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17). If the threshold value is equal to or less than 79 (that is, if it is 39 to 79), it is determined that “14 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17). If it is not equal to or less than the threshold value 79 (that is, if it is 80 to 251), it is determined that “15 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17).

  In addition, for example, when the CPU 56 determines that “sudden probability change big hit”, the CPU 56 sets the threshold value 100. In this case, in step S232 described later, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the value of the random number for fluctuation pattern type determination is equal to or less than the threshold value 100. Determines that “16 (H)” is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17). If it is not equal to or smaller than the threshold value 100 (that is, if it is 101 to 251), it is determined to set “17 (H)” as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17).

  Next, the CPU 56 uses the threshold value set in steps S226, S228, and S231 and the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) extracted in steps S1214A and S1214B to determine the value of the variation pattern type determination random number. It is determined whether the value falls within the range of the determination value (step S232).

  In steps S226, S228, and S231, instead of setting a predetermined threshold, a fluctuation pattern type determination table (see FIGS. 9 and 10) is set. In step S232, the set fluctuation pattern type Using the determination table, the range of the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type or which variation pattern type may be determined.

  Then, the CPU 56 performs a process of setting the EXT data according to the determination result in the variable category command (Step S233). Specifically, the CPU 56 determines “00 (H)” to “0B (H)” or “10B” as shown in FIGS. 16 and 17 according to which variation pattern type is determined in step S232. (H) to 18 (H) are set in the EXT data of the variable category command.

  Note that, in this embodiment, a case has been shown in which the range of the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is uniformly determined even when it is determined that a large hit or a small hit is determined in the winning determination. If it is determined that a big hit or a small hit occurs, the determination of the range of the value of the variation pattern type determination random number may not be performed. Then, a symbol designating command indicating that it has been determined at the time of a prize when it is a big hit or a small hit may be transmitted, and a variation category command comprehensively indicating that the variation pattern type is a big hit or a small hit may be transmitted. . Then, for example, the effect control microcomputer 100 does not specifically indicate which variation pattern type is used, but indicates that the variation control type is comprehensively defined as one of the jackpot variation pattern types. A prefetch effect may be executed based on the reception of the category command.

  FIGS. 23 and 24 are flowcharts showing the special symbol normal process (step S300) in the special symbol process process. In the special symbol normal processing, the CPU 56 confirms the value of the total number of reserved storages (step S51). Specifically, the count value of the total pending storage number counter is confirmed. If the total number of reserved storages is 0, the CPU 56 checks whether or not a predetermined period has elapsed without stopping the change of the special symbol and without performing the big hit game (step S51a). After the fluctuation stop, the jackpot game is not performed, the predetermined period has elapsed, and the customer waiting demo designation command has not been transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100, The transmission is controlled (step S51b), and the process ends. For example, the CPU 56 sets a timer at the time of stopping the fluctuation of the special symbol (for example, immediately before step S146 of the special symbol stopping process described later), and if the timer has timed out at step S51a, the fluctuation of the special symbol is stopped. Thereafter, it is determined that the predetermined period has elapsed without performing the big hit game. Further, when the customer waiting demonstration designation command is transmitted in step S51b, the customer waiting demonstration designation command transmitted flag indicating that the customer waiting demonstration designation command has been transmitted is set. Then, if the special symbol normal processing after the next timer interrupt is executed after transmitting the customer waiting demonstration designation command, the customer waiting demonstration designation command transmission completed flag is set and the customer waiting demonstration is repeated. What is necessary is just to control not to transmit a demonstration designation command. In this case, the customer waiting demonstration designation command transmitted flag may be reset when the next special symbol variation display is started. By the processing of steps S51a and S51b, the game does not immediately shift to the customer waiting demonstration (hereinafter also referred to as a customer waiting demonstration) after the fluctuation stop, but instead shifts to the customer waiting demonstration after a predetermined period has elapsed. Even if the number of stored memories is 0, if a start winning is generated within a predetermined period, the process does not shift to the customer waiting demonstration. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent an excessive shift to the customer waiting demonstration.

  If the total number of reserved storages is not 0, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the second number of reserved storages is 0 (step S52). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the second reserved storage number counter is 0. If the second reserved number is not 0, the CPU 56 sets a special symbol pointer (a flag indicating whether the special symbol process is being performed on the first special symbol or the special symbol process is being performed on the second special symbol). Is set to indicate "second" (step S53). If the second reserved storage number is 0 (that is, if only the first reserved storage number is accumulated), the CPU 66 sets data indicating “first” in the special symbol pointer (step S54).

  In this embodiment, by performing the processing of steps S52 to S54, the variable display of the second special symbol is executed with priority over the variable display of the first special symbol. In other words, control is performed such that the second start condition for starting the variable display of the second special symbol is established in preference to the first start condition for starting the variable display of the first special symbol.

  In the case where the variable display of the second special symbol is executed with priority as shown in this embodiment, the random number (random R) for determining a big hit is determined in the prize production process shown in FIG. Only the process of comparing the value with the big hit determination value in the low probability state may be executed, and may not be compared with the big hit determination value in the positive change state (high probability state) (specifically, in step S220). Only the process may be performed, and the processes of steps S221 and S222 may not be performed.) With such a configuration, in a case where the change display of the second special symbol is performed with priority, the jackpot determination result at the time of winning determination and the jackpot determination result at the start of the actual change are determined. Deviation can be prevented.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved storage number = 1 indicated by the special symbol pointer in the RAM 55 and stores it in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55 (Step S55). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 sets each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the first reserved storage number = 1 in the first reserved storage buffer. Is read and stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55. When the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the CPU 56 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved storage number = 1 in the second reserved storage buffer. It is stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55.

  Then, the CPU 56 decrements the count value of the reserved storage number counter indicated by the special symbol pointer by 1, and shifts the contents of each storage area (step S56). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 decrements the count value of the first reserved storage number counter by one and sets the value in the reserved specific area and the first reserved storage buffer. Shift the contents of each storage area. When the special symbol pointer indicates "second", the count value of the second reserved storage number counter is decremented by one, and the contents of each reserved area in the reserved specific area and the second reserved storage buffer are shifted. I do.

  That is, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 sets the first reserved storage buffer of the RAM 55 in the storage area corresponding to the first reserved storage number = n (n = 2, 3, 4). Each of the stored random numbers is stored in a storage area corresponding to the first number of reserved storages = n-1. When the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, each of the symbols stored in the second reserved storage buffer of the RAM 55 in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved storage number = n (n = 2, 3, 4). The random number value is stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved storage number = n-1. Also, the CPU 56 sums the values (values indicating “first” or “second”) stored in the storage area corresponding to the total number of reserved storages = m (m = 2 to 8) in the reserved specific area. It is stored in the storage area corresponding to the number of reserved storages = m-1.

  Therefore, the order in which the random numbers stored in the respective storage areas corresponding to the respective first reserved storage numbers (or the respective second reserved storage numbers) are always the first reserved storage number (or (The number of the second reserved storage) = 1, 2, 3, and 4. In addition, the order in which the values stored in the respective storage areas corresponding to the respective summed pending storage numbers are extracted always matches the order of the summed suspended storage number = 1 to 8.

  Then, the CPU 56 reduces the value of the total number of reserved storages by one. That is, the count value of the total pending storage number counter is decremented by 1 (step S58). The CPU 56 stores the value of the total pending storage number counter before the count value is decremented by 1 in a predetermined area of the RAM 55.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a background designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 according to the current game state (step S60). In this case, if the probable change flag indicating the probable change state is set, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the probable change state background designation command. In addition, when only the time saving flag indicating the time saving state is set and the probability change flag is not set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the time saving state background designation command. If neither the probable change flag nor the time reduction flag is set, the CPU 56 performs control for transmitting a normal state background designation command.

  Note that, specifically, when transmitting the effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100, the CPU 56 assigns an address of a command transmission table (preliminarily set for each command in the ROM) according to the effect control command. Set to pointer. Then, the address of the command transmission table corresponding to the effect control command is set in the pointer, and the effect control command is transmitted in the effect control command control process (step S28). In this embodiment, when the change of the special symbol is started, a background designation command, a variation pattern command, a display result designation command, a hold storage number subtraction designation command (first hold storage number subtraction) are issued for each timer interrupt. The command is transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 in the order of the designation command or the second reserved storage number subtraction designation command. Specifically, when changing the special symbol, a background designating command is transmitted first, a variation pattern command is transmitted after a lapse of 4 ms, a display result specifying command is transmitted after a lapse of 4 ms, and after a lapse of 4 ms. A reserved storage number subtraction designation command (first reserved storage number subtraction designation command or second reserved storage number subtraction designation command) is transmitted. At the start of the special symbol variation, a symbol variation designation command (first symbol variation designation command, second symbol variation designation command) is also transmitted, but the symbol variation designation command is the same timer interrupt command as the variation pattern command. Is transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100.

  In the special symbol normal process, first, data indicating “first” indicating that the process is to be performed on the first starting winning opening 13, that is, “first” indicating that the process is to be performed on the first special symbol. , Or data indicating "second" indicating that processing is to be performed on the second starting winning opening 14, that is, "second" indicating that processing is to be performed on the second special symbol. Data is set to the special symbol pointer. Then, in the subsequent processing in the special symbol process processing, processing according to the data set in the special symbol pointer is executed. Therefore, the processing of steps S300 to S310 can be shared between the case of targeting the first special symbol and the case of targeting the second special symbol.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads out a random R (random hit determination random number) from the random number buffer area, and executes the big hit determination module. Note that, in this case, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot determination extracted in step S1214A of the first startup port switch passage process and step S1214B of the second startup port switch passage process and stored in the first hold storage buffer or the second hold storage buffer in advance. The random number is read and a big hit is determined. The big hit determination module compares a predetermined big hit determination value or a small hit determination value (see FIG. 8) with the big hit determination random number, and executes a process of determining a big hit or a small hit when they match. It is a program to do. In other words, it is a program for executing the processing of the big hit determination and the small hit determination.

  In the jackpot determination process, the probability that the gaming state will be a big hit is higher when the gaming state is the probable state than when the gaming state is the non-probable state (normal state). More specifically, the probability change large hit determination table in which a large number of the big hit determination values are set in advance (table in the ROM 54 in which the numerical value on the right side of FIG. 8A is set) and the number of the big hit determination values are A normal time jackpot determination table (a table in the ROM 54 in which a numerical value on the left side in FIG. 8A is set) that is set to be smaller than the time jackpot determination table is provided. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the gaming state is in the probable change state. If the gaming state is in the probable change state, the CPU 56 performs a process of determining a big hit using the probable change time big hit determination table, and the When it is in the state, the big hit determination process is performed using the normal big hit determination table. That is, when the value of the random number for random determination (random R) matches one of the large hit determination values shown in FIG. 8A, the CPU 56 determines that the special symbol is a big hit. When it is determined that a big hit is to be made (step S61), the process proceeds to step S71. In addition, to determine whether or not to make a big hit means to determine whether or not to shift to a big hit game state, but to determine whether or not the stop symbol in the special symbol display is a big hit symbol. But also.

  It should be noted that whether or not the current gaming state is in the probable change state is determined based on whether or not the probable change flag is set. The certainty change flag is set when the game state is shifted to the certainty change state, and is reset when the certainty change state ends. Specifically, it is determined to be “probably large hit” or “suddenly variable big hit”, and is set in the process of ending the big hit game. Then, after the end of the big hit game, it is reset when the next big hit occurs.

  If the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) does not match any of the big hit determination values (N in step S61), the CPU 56 uses the small hit determination table (see FIGS. 8B and 8C). Then, the small hit determination process is performed. That is, when the value of the random number for random determination (random R) matches one of the small hit determination values shown in FIGS. 8B and 8C, the CPU 56 determines that the special symbol is a small hit. In this case, the CPU 56 checks the data indicated by the special symbol pointer, and if the data indicated by the special symbol pointer is “first”, the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol) shown in FIG. ) Is used to determine whether to make a small hit. When the data indicated by the special symbol pointer is “second”, it is determined whether or not to make a small hit using the small hit determination table (for the second special symbol) shown in FIG. 8C. . If it is determined that the small hit is to be made (step S62), the CPU 56 sets a small hit flag indicating that it is a small hit (step S63), and proceeds to step S75.

  If the value of the random R does not match any of the big hit determination value and the small hit determination value (N in step S62), that is, if it is out of the range, the process directly proceeds to step S75.

  In step S71, the CPU 56 sets a big hit flag indicating a big hit. Then, a big hit type determination table indicated by the special symbol pointer is selected as a table used for determining the big hit type to be one of a plurality of types (step S72). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 selects the first special symbol big hit type determination table 131a shown in FIG. 8D. When the special symbol pointer indicates "second", the CPU 56 selects the big hit type determination table 131b for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 8 (E).

  Next, the CPU 56 uses the selected jackpot type determination table to select the type (“normal jackpot”, “probable change”) corresponding to the value that matches the value of the random number (random 1) for jackpot type determination stored in the random number buffer area. "Big hit" or "Suddenly changing big hit") is determined as the type of big hit (step S73). In this case, the CPU 56 determines the big hit type extracted in step S1214A of the first starting port switch passing process and step S1214B of the second starting port switch passing process and stored in the first holding storage buffer or the second holding storage buffer in advance. Read the random number for use and determine the type of jackpot. Also, in this case, as shown in FIGS. 8D and 8E, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, it is compared with the case where the variable display of the second special symbol is executed. Therefore, the probability that sudden change jackpots are suddenly selected is high.

  Further, the CPU 56 sets the data indicating the determined jackpot type in the jackpot type buffer in the RAM 55 (step S74). For example, when the jackpot type is “normal jackpot”, “01” is set as data indicating the jackpot type, and when the jackpot type is “probable change jackpot”, “02” is set as data indicating the jackpot type, If the jackpot type is “suddenly changing big hit”, “03” is set as data indicating the jackpot type.

  Next, the CPU 56 determines a stop symbol of the special symbol (step S75). More specifically, if neither the big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set, "-", which is a missing symbol, is determined as a special symbol stop symbol. If the jackpot flag is set, one of the jackpot symbols “1”, “3”, “7”, or “9” is determined as a special symbol stop symbol according to the determination result of the jackpot type. I do. In other words, if the jackpot type is determined to be "Suddenly probable big hit", "1" is determined as the stop symbol of the special symbol, and if it is determined to be "Normal jackpot", "3" is determined as the stop symbol of the special symbol. However, when it is determined to be "probable change big hit", "7" is determined to be the stop symbol of the special symbol. When the small hit flag is set, the small hit symbol "5" is determined as the special symbol stop symbol.

  In addition, in this embodiment, the case where the jackpot type is determined first, and the stop symbol of the special symbol corresponding to the determined jackpot type is determined, but the method of determining the jackpot type and the stop symbol of the special symbol is described in this embodiment. The present invention is not limited to those shown in the embodiments. For example, a table in which a special symbol stop symbol and a jackpot type are associated in advance is prepared, and a special symbol stop symbol is first determined based on the random number for the jackpot type determination, and the corresponding jackpot is determined based on the determination result. You may comprise so that a type may also be determined.

  Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the change pattern setting process (step S301) (step S76).

  FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing a variation pattern setting process (step S301) in the special symbol process process. In the variation pattern setting process, the CPU 56 checks whether the big hit flag is set (step S91). When the big hit flag is set, the CPU 56 determines the change pattern type for the big hits 132A to 132C (FIG. 9A ) To (C)) (step S92). Then, control goes to a step S100.

  If the big hit flag is not set, the CPU 56 checks whether the small hit flag is set (step S93). When the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 determines the small hit variation pattern type determination table 132D (FIG. 9D ) Is selected (step S94). Then, control goes to a step S100.

  If the small hit flag has not been set, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the time saving flag indicating that it is in the time saving state has been set (step S95). In this embodiment, the time-saving flag is set when shifting to the time-saving state at the end of the jackpot game based on the normal jackpot, and the time-saving flag is also set at the end of the jackpot game based on the probability-changing jackpot. , The time saving flag is set. Therefore, if Y is determined in step S95, in addition to the case where control is performed only in the time saving state after the end of the big hit game based on the normal big hit, in addition to the control in the time saving state together with the probable change state after the big hit game based on the certain big hit There are times when it is.

  If the time saving flag is not set (N in step S95), that is, if the gaming state is the normal state, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the total number of reserved storages is 3 or more (step S96). If the total number of stored suspensions is less than 3 (N in step S96), the CPU 56 determines whether the variation pattern type is one of a plurality of types, and determines whether the variation pattern type is a missing variation pattern type determination table 135A ( 10 (see FIG. 10A) (step S97). Then, control goes to a step S100.

  If the total number of pending storages is 3 or more (Y in step S96), the CPU 56 determines whether the variation pattern type is one of a plurality of types, as the outlier variation pattern type determination table. 135B (see FIG. 10B) is selected (step S98). Then, control goes to a step S100.

  If the time reduction flag is set (Y in step S95), that is, if the gaming state is the probable change state or the time reduction state, the CPU 56 determines whether the variation pattern type is any of a plurality of types. As a table to be used, a variation pattern type determination table 135C (see FIG. 10C) is selected (step S99). Then, control goes to a step S100.

  In this embodiment, by executing the processing of steps S95 to S99, if the gaming state is the normal state and the total number of storages to be held is 3 or more, the variation for out-of-position shown in FIG. The pattern type determination table 135B is selected. When the gaming state is the probable change state or the time saving state, the outlier variation pattern type determination table 135C shown in FIG. 10C is selected. In this case, non-reach CA2-3 may be determined as the variation pattern type in the process of step S100 described below, and if the variation pattern type of non-reach CA2-3 is determined, the variation is determined in the process of step S102. Non-reach PA1-2 of shortened variation is determined as a pattern (see FIG. 12). Therefore, in this embodiment, when the gaming state is the probable change state or the time saving state, or when the total number of stored suspensions is 3 or more, the fluctuation display of the shortened fluctuation may be performed. In this embodiment, a variation pattern type determination table for shortened variation (see FIG. 10 (C)) used in the probable variation state or the time saving state, and a variation pattern type determination table for reduced variation based on the number of retained storages (see FIG. 10 (B) is a different table, but a common table may be used as the fluctuation pattern type determination table for shortened fluctuation.

  Note that, in this embodiment, even when the gaming state is the probable state or the time saving state, when the total number of reserved storages is almost 0 (for example, 0 or 0 or 1). , The fluctuation display of the shortened fluctuation may not be performed. In this case, for example, when determining “Y” in step S95, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the total number of reserved storages is substantially zero. The determination table 135A (see FIG. 10A) may be selected.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads out the random number 2 (the random number for determining the variation pattern type) from the random number buffer area (the first storage buffer or the second storage buffer), and selects the random number 2 in the processing of step S92, S94, S97, S98 or S99. By referring to the table, the variation pattern type is determined to be one of a plurality of types (step S100).

  Next, the CPU 56 determines whether the variation pattern is one of a plurality of types, based on the determination result of the variation pattern type in step S100, as a hit variation pattern determination table 137A, 137B (see FIG. 11). ), And selects one of the out-of-place variation pattern determination tables 138A (see FIG. 12) (step S101). Further, the random pattern 3 is read out from the random number buffer area (the first hold storage buffer or the second hold storage buffer) (the random number for the change pattern determination), and the change pattern is determined by referring to the change pattern determination table selected in the process of step S101. Is determined to be one of a plurality of types (step S102). In the case where the random number 3 (the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern) is not extracted at the timing of the start winning, the CPU 56 controls the random number counter for determining the fluctuation pattern for generating the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern (random 3). , The fluctuation pattern may be determined based on the extracted random number value.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the symbol variation designation command indicated by the special symbol pointer to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S103). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a first symbol change designation command. When the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a second symbol change designation command. Further, the CPU 56 performs control of transmitting an effect control command (a fluctuation pattern command) corresponding to the determined fluctuation pattern to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S104).

  Next, the CPU 56 sets a value corresponding to the variation time corresponding to the selected variation pattern in the variation time timer formed in the RAM 55 (step S105). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the display result designation command transmission process (step S302) (step S106).

  In the case where it is determined that there is a loss, instead of suddenly determining the variation pattern type, first, it may be determined whether or not to reach by a lottery process using a reach determination random number. Then, based on the determination result of whether or not to reach, the processing of steps S95 to S100 may be executed to determine the variation pattern type. In this case, the variation pattern type determination table for non-reach (including the variation pattern types of non-reach CA2-1 to non-reach CA2-3 shown in FIG. 10) and the variation pattern type determination table for reach (FIG. (Including the fluctuation pattern types of normal CA2-4 to normal CA2-6 and super CA2-7) shown in FIG. 1 and prepare one of the fluctuation pattern type judgment tables based on the reach judgment result. Alternatively, the variation pattern type may be determined.

  Also, when determining whether or not to reach by a lottery process using the reach determination random number, the reach of the reach is determined in accordance with the total number of retained storages (or the first number of retained storages or the second number of retained storages). Reach determination tables having different selection ratios may be selected to determine whether or not reach is performed so that the reach probability decreases as the number of pending storages increases. In this case, the CPU 56 determines, for example, whether or not “super reach loss” or “non-reach loss” in the prize-winning effect process matches the determination value assigned to the common range of the reach determination table. The determination as to whether or not to reach may be made in advance to determine whether or not reach is reached. In consideration of the fact that the execution ratio of the announcement effect is reduced, as shown in this embodiment, without performing the lottery process using the random number for reach determination, the “super reach loss” depending on the variation pattern type. It is preferable to perform a pre-reading effect by determining in advance whether or not “non-reach loss” will occur.

  FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing the display result designation command transmission process (step S302). In the display result designation command transmission processing, the CPU 56 transmits any one of the display result 1 to the display result 5 designation effect control commands (see FIG. 13) according to the determined big hit type, small hit, and missing. Control. Specifically, the CPU 56 first checks whether the big hit flag is set (step S110). If not set, the process moves to step S116. If the big hit flag is set and the big hit type is “normal big hit”, control is performed to transmit the display result 2 designation command (steps S111 and S112). In addition, it can be determined whether or not it is "normal big hit" by confirming whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal processing is "01". . When the type of the big hit is “probably variable big hit”, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the display result 3 designation command (steps S113 and S114). In addition, whether it is "probable change big hit" can be specifically determined by confirming whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal processing is "02". . If it is neither "normal big hit" nor "probably big hit" (that is, if it is "sudden big hit"), the CPU 56 controls to transmit the display result 4 designation command (step S115).

  On the other hand, when the big hit flag is not set (N in step S110), the CPU 56 checks whether the small hit flag is set (step S116). If the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the display result 5 designation command (step S117). If the small hit flag has not been set (N in step S116), that is, if the small hit has occurred, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a display result 1 designation command (step S118).

  Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol changing process (step S303) (step S119).

  FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing the special symbol changing process (step S303) in the special symbol process process. In the special symbol change processing, the CPU 56 first confirms whether or not the reserved number subtraction designation command (first reserved number subtraction designation command or second reserved number subtraction designation command) has already been transmitted ( Step S1121). Note that whether or not the reserved storage number subtraction designation command has already been transmitted is determined, for example, by retaining the reserved storage number subtraction designation command when transmitting the reserved storage number subtraction designation command in step S1122 described below. The stored number subtraction designation command transmitted flag may be set, and in step S1121, it may be confirmed whether or not the reserved storage number subtraction designation command transmitted flag is set. Also, in this case, the set reserved memory number subtraction designation command transmitted flag is reset by a special symbol stop process or a big hit end process, which will be described later, when ending the change display of the special symbol or ending the big hit. I just need.

  Next, if the reserved storage number subtraction designation command has not been transmitted, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the reserved storage number subtraction designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1122). In this case, when a value indicating “first” is set in the special symbol pointer, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a first reserved storage number subtraction designation command. When the value indicating “second” is set in the special symbol pointer, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a second reserved storage number subtraction designation command.

  Next, the CPU 56 decrements the variable time timer by 1 (step S1125), and when the variable time timer times out (step S1126), performs control to transmit a design confirmation designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1127). Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol stop process (step S304) (step S1128). If the variable time timer has not timed out, the process ends.

  FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing a special symbol stop process (step S304) in the special symbol process process. In the special symbol stop processing, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S131). If the jackpot flag is set, the CPU 56, if set, sets a probable change flag indicating a probable change state, a time reduction flag indicating a time saving state, and the number of times a special symbol can be changed in the time reduction state. Is reset (step S132), and control for transmitting a jackpot start designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 is performed (step S133). Specifically, when the type of the big hit is “normal big hit”, a big hit start 1 designation command (command A001 (H)) is transmitted. If the type of the big hit is “probable big hit”, a big hit start 2 designation command (command A002 (H)) is transmitted. If the type of big hit is sudden change big hit, a small hit / sudden change big hit start designation command (command A003 (H)) is transmitted. It should be noted that whether the type of the big hit is “normal big hit”, “probable big hit” or “sudden positive big hit” is data indicating the big hit type stored in the RAM 55 (data stored in the big hit type buffer). It is determined based on the

  Further, a value corresponding to the big hit display time (for example, a time for notifying the occurrence of the big hit in the effect display device 9) is set in the big hit display time timer (step S134). In addition, the number of times of opening (for example, 15 times in the case of “normal big hit” or “probable change big hit”, and 2 times in the case of “sudden positive change big hit”) is set in the special winning opening number counter (step S135). . Also, a round time per round in the big hit game is set. Specifically, in the case of sudden change big hit, 0.1 second is set as the round time, and in the case of normal big hit and certain change big hit, 29 seconds is set as the round time. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special winning opening pre-processing (step S305) (step S136).

  If the big hit flag is not set in step S131, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the time saving counter indicating the number of times the special symbol can be changed in the time saving state is 0 (step S137). If the value of the time reduction counter is not 0, the CPU 56 decrements the value of the time reduction counter by one (step S138). Then, when the value of the time reduction counter after subtraction becomes 0 (step S139), the CPU 56 resets the time reduction flag (step S140).

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S141). If the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 transmits a small hit / suddenly variable big hit start designation command (command A003 (H)) to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S142). In addition, a value corresponding to the small hit display time (a time when the small hit has occurred, for example, the effect display device 9 notifies the small hit display time) is set in the small hit display time timer (step S143). In addition, the number of times of opening (for example, two times) is set in the special winning opening number counter (step S144). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the small hit start pre-processing (step S308) (step S145).

  If the small hit flag is not set (N in step S141), the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S146).

  FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing the big hit end process (step S307) in the special symbol process process. In the big hit end processing, the CPU 56 checks whether or not a big hit end display timer is set (step S160). If the big hit end display timer is set, the CPU 56 shifts to step S164. If the big hit end display timer is not set, the big hit flag is reset (step S161), and control for transmitting a big hit end designation command is performed (step S162). Here, if it is "normal big hit", a big hit end 1 designation command (command A301 (H)) is transmitted, and if it is "probable variable big hit", big hit end 2 designation command (command A302 (H)) ) Is transmitted, and in the case of "suddenly variable hit", a small hit / suddenly variable hit end designation command (command A303 (H)) is transmitted. Then, a value corresponding to a display time corresponding to the time during which the big hit end display is being performed on the image display device 9 (big hit end display time) is set in the big hit end display timer (step S163), and the process ends.

  In step S164, the value of the big hit end display timer is decremented by one. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the big hit end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the big hit end display time has elapsed (step S165). If not, the process ends.

  If the big hit end display time has elapsed (Y in step S165), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the big hit game to be ended this time is based on the normal big hit (step S166). Whether or not to end the big hit game based on the normal big hit is specifically determined by whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal processing is “01”. It can be determined by checking. If the big hit game based on the normal big hit is to be ended (Y in step S166), the CPU 56 sets the time saving flag and shifts the gaming state to the time saving state (step S167). Further, the CPU 56 sets a predetermined number of times (100 times in this example) in the number-of-times-saving counter (step S168).

  If the big hit game based on the normal big hit is not to be ended (that is, if the big hit game based on the probable big hit or the sudden positive big hit is to be ended), the CPU 56 sets the probable change flag and changes the game state to the probable state. At the same time, the game state is shifted to the time reduction state by setting the time reduction flag (step S170).

  Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S171).

  In this embodiment, when the above processing is executed, the time saving state is controlled when the state is controlled to the probable change state. Therefore, the normal state (low probability / low base state) is set as the gaming state. ), Time-saving state (low-probability / high-base state), and probable state (high-probability / high-base state).

  FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing an example of a program for a special symbol display control process (step S32) executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) mounted on the main board 31. In the special symbol display control process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 3 (step S3201). If the value of the special symbol process flag is 3 (that is, if the special symbol change processing is being executed), the CPU 56 converts the special symbol display control data for the special symbol change display into the special symbol display control data setting. A process for setting or updating the output buffer is performed (step S3202). In this case, the CPU 56 sets or updates the special symbol display control data for performing the variable display of the special symbol (the first special symbol or the second special symbol) indicated by the special symbol pointer. For example, if the fluctuation speed is 1 frame / 0.2 second, the value of the special symbol display control data set in the output buffer is incremented by one every 0.2 seconds. After that, a display control process (see step S22) is executed, and a drive signal is output to the special symbol display devices 8a and 8b in accordance with the contents of the output buffer for setting special symbol display control data. Variation display of special symbols on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b is executed.

  If the value of the special symbol process flag is not 3, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 4 (step S3203). If the value of the special symbol process flag is 4 (that is, if the process shifts to the special symbol stop process), the CPU 56 sets a special symbol for stopping and displaying the stop symbol of the special symbol set in the special symbol normal process. A process of setting display control data in an output buffer for setting special symbol display control data is performed (step S3204). In this case, the CPU 56 sets special symbol display control data for stopping and displaying the stop symbol of the special symbol (the first special symbol or the second special symbol) indicated by the special symbol pointer. After that, a display control process (see step S22) is executed, and a drive signal is output to the special symbol display devices 8a and 8b in accordance with the contents of the output buffer for setting special symbol display control data. Stop symbols of the special symbols are stopped and displayed on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b. After the process of step S3204 is performed and the special symbol display control data for displaying the stopped symbols is set, the setting data is not changed. Therefore, the latest special symbol display control data is used in the display control process of step S22. Based on this, the latest stop symbol is kept stopped until the next variable display is started. If the value of the special symbol process flag is either 2 or 3 in step S3201 (that is, if it is either the display result designation command transmission process or the special symbol changing process), the special symbol change display flag is displayed. The special symbol display control data may be updated. In this case, in order to prevent a deviation from occurring between the fluctuation time recognized on the game control microcomputer 560 side and the fluctuation time recognized on the effect control microcomputer 100 side, the fluctuation also occurs in the display result designation command transmission processing. The time timer may be configured to decrement by one.

  In this embodiment, the case where the special symbol display control data is set in the output buffer according to the value of the special symbol process flag has been described. However, in the special symbol process processing, the start flag is set at the start of the change of the special symbol. At the same time, an end flag may be set at the end of the change of the special symbol. Then, in the special symbol display control process (step S32), the CPU 56 starts updating the value of the special symbol display control data based on the start flag being set, and based on the end flag being set. The special symbol display control data for stopping and displaying the stopped symbol may be set.

  Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing main processing executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, effect control CPU 101) as effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80. The effect control CPU 101 starts execution of the main processing when the power is turned on. In the main process, first, an initialization process for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing a timer for determining the activation interval (for example, 4 ms) of the effect control is performed (step S701). . Then, effect control CPU 101 shifts to a loop process for monitoring a timer interrupt flag (step S702). When a timer interrupt occurs, effect control CPU 101 sets a timer interrupt flag in the timer interrupt processing. In the main process, if the timer interrupt flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 clears the flag (step S703) and executes the following effect control process.

  In the effect control processing, the effect control CPU 101 first analyzes the received effect control command, and performs a process of setting a flag according to the received effect control command (command analysis processing: step S704).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs an effect control process (step S705). In the effect control process process, the process corresponding to the current control state (effect control process flag) is selected from among the processes corresponding to the control state, and the display control of the effect display device 9 is executed.

  Next, effect control CPU 101 performs a fourth symbol process process (step S706). In the fourth symbol process process, a process corresponding to the current control state (fourth symbol process flag) is selected from among the processes corresponding to the control state, and the fourth symbol is displayed in the fourth symbol display area of the effect display device 9. Is executed. In this embodiment, the variable display of the fourth symbol is performed in synchronization with the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol.

  Next, a random number updating process for updating a count value of a counter for generating a random number such as a jackpot symbol determining random number is executed (step S707). After that, the procedure moves to step S702.

  FIG. 32 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a command reception buffer for storing the effect control command received from the game control microcomputer 560 of the main board 31. In this example, a ring buffer type command receiving buffer capable of storing six effect control commands having a 2-byte configuration is used. Therefore, the command receiving buffer is configured by a 12-byte area of the receiving command buffers 1 to 12. Then, a command reception number counter indicating in which area the received command is stored is used. The command reception number counter takes a value from 0 to 11. It is not always necessary to use the ring buffer format.

  The effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 is received by an interrupt process based on the effect control INT signal, and is stored in a buffer area formed in the RAM. In the command analysis processing, the effect control command stored in the buffer area is analyzed as to which command (see FIGS. 13 and 14). The interrupt processing based on the effect control INT signal is executed in preference to the timer interrupt processing executed every 4 ms.

  FIGS. 33 to 34 are flowcharts showing a specific example of the command analysis processing (step S704). The effect control command received from the main board 31 is stored in the received command buffer. In the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 checks the contents of the command stored in the command receiving buffer.

  In the command analysis process, first, effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not a received command is stored in the command receiving buffer (step S611). Whether or not it is stored is determined by comparing the value of the command reception number counter with the read pointer. The case where they match is the case where the received command is not stored. If the received command is stored in the command receiving buffer, the effect control CPU 101 reads the received command from the command receiving buffer (step S612). After reading, the value of the read pointer is set to +2 (step S613). The reason for adding +2 is that two bytes (one command) are read at a time.

  If the received effect control command is a fluctuation pattern command (step S614), effect control CPU 101 stores the received fluctuation pattern command in a fluctuation pattern command storage area formed in the RAM (step S615). Then, a variation pattern command reception flag is set (step S616).

  If the received effect control command is a display result designation command (step S617), the effect control CPU 101 forms the received display result designation command (display result 1 designation command to display result 6 designation command) in the RAM. Is stored in the display result designation command storage area (step S618).

  If the received effect control command is a symbol determination designation command (step S619), effect control CPU 101 sets a determination command reception flag (step S620).

  If the received effect control command is a jackpot start designation command (commands A001 to A002 (H)) (step S621), the effect control CPU 101 sets a jackpot start designation command reception flag (step S622). In this case, for example, if a big hit start 1 designation command is received, a big hit start 1 designation command reception flag is set, and if a big hit start 2 designation command is received, the big hit start 2 designation command reception flag is set. set.

  If the received effect control command is a small hit / suddenly variable big hit start designation command (command A003 (H)) (step S623), the effect control CPU 101 sets a small hit / suddenly variable big hit start specified command reception flag. (Step S624).

  If the received effect control command is a jackpot end designation command (commands A301 to A302 (H)) (step S625), the effect control CPU 101 sets a jackpot end designation command reception flag (step S626). In this case, for example, if a big hit end 1 designation command is received, a big hit end 1 designation command reception flag is set, and if a big hit end 2 designation command is received, the big hit end 2 designation command reception flag is set. set.

  If the received effect control command is a small hit / suddenly variable big hit end designation command (command A303 (H)) (step S627), the effect control CPU 101 sets a small hit / suddenly variable big hit end designation command reception flag. (Step S628).

  If the received effect control command is any of the symbol designating commands (step S651), the effect controlling CPU 101 temporarily stores the received symbol designating command in a symbol designating command storage area formed in the RAM (step S651). S652).

  If the received effect control command is any of the variable category commands (step S653), effect control CPU 101 temporarily stores the received variable category command in the variable category command storage area formed in the RAM (step S653). S654).

  If the received production control command is the first reserved storage number addition designation command (step S655), the production control CPU 101 determines the first reserved storage number stored in the first reserved storage number storage area formed in the RAM. The value is incremented by 1 (step S656). The effect control CPU 101 also stores the symbol designation command temporarily stored in the symbol designation command, the variation category command temporarily stored in the variation category command storage area, and the received first reserved storage number addition designation command. Then, it is stored in the first free storage area of the first start winning command storage area formed in the RAM (step S657).

  If the received effect control command is the second reserved storage number addition designation command (step S658), the production control CPU 101 determines the second reserved storage number stored in the second reserved storage number storage area formed in the RAM. The value is incremented by 1 (step S659). The effect control CPU 101 also stores the symbol designation command temporarily stored in the symbol designation command, the variation category command temporarily stored in the variation category command storage area, and the received second reserved storage number addition designation command. Is stored in the first free storage area of the second start winning command storage area formed in the RAM (step S660).

  In the first start winning command storage area, areas (storage areas 1 to 4) corresponding to the maximum value of the first reserved storage number (4 in this example) are secured. Further, in the second start winning command storage area, areas (storage areas 1 to 4) corresponding to the maximum value (4 in this example) of the second reserved storage number are secured. In this embodiment, as shown in steps S1218A to S1220A of the first starting port switch passing process and steps S1218B to S1220B of the second starting port switch passing process in FIG. 20, the first starting winning port 13 or the second starting port. When there is a start winning in the winning opening 14, a symbol designation command, a fluctuation category command, and a reserved storage number addition designation command (first reserved storage number addition designated command or second reserved storage number) are included in one timer interrupt. 3) are transmitted as a set. Therefore, in each of the storage areas 1 to 4 of the first start winning command storage area and the second start winning command storage area, a symbol designating command, a fluctuation category command, and a reserved storage number addition designating command can be stored in association with each other. Storage area is secured as described above.

  In this embodiment, the command transmission is performed in the order of the symbol designating command, the fluctuation category command, and the command for adding the number of retained storages within one timer interrupt, so that the effect control CPU 101 performs the symbol designating in the command analysis process. When a command and a fluctuation category command are received, they are temporarily stored in a symbol designation command storage area and a fluctuation category command storage area, respectively. When the command to add the number of reserved storages is received, if the command to add the number of reserved storages is received, it is understood that the first reserved storage is incremented by one, and the command to add the number of reserved storages is received. Is received, it can be understood that the second hold storage is incremented by one, so if the first hold storage number addition designation command is received, the temporarily stored symbol designation command and the variation category command together with the temporarily stored design designation command and variation category command are received. The 1-hold-storage-number addition designation command is stored in the first-start-winning-time command storage area. If the second 1-hold-storage-number addition designation command is received, the temporarily stored symbol designation command and the variation category command are stored together with the 2nd hold storage command. The number addition designation command is stored in the second start winning command storage area.

  Each command stored in the start winning command storage area is sequentially deleted in steps S664 and S668, described later, at the timing of starting the variation display of the effect symbols each time the variation display of the effect symbol is started. In this case, in this embodiment, since the change display of the second special symbol is preferentially executed, first, the storage content of the storage area 1 of the second start winning command storage area is deleted. Next, if the second hold memory is not newly generated, only the first hold memory is stored. Therefore, at the next timing when the variation display of the effect symbols is started, the first start winning command storage area is stored. The content stored in the first storage area 1 is deleted, and the contents of the first start winning command storage area are shifted. For example, in the case where a change display of a new effect symbol is started in the storage state, each command stored in the storage area 1 is deleted, and each command stored in the storage area 2 is shifted to the storage area 1. Then, each command stored in the storage area 3 is shifted to the storage area 2, and each command stored in the storage area 4 is shifted to the storage area 3.

  Further, in this embodiment, the symbol designation command, the fluctuation category command, and the command for adding the number of retained storages, which are received at the time of occurrence of the start winning, are also referred to as the command at the time of starting winning. In addition, among the commands at the time of the start winning, the reserved storage number addition designation command which is a command for designating information that can recognize that the first reserved storage number or the second reserved storage number has increased is comprehensively expressed. In some cases, this is also referred to as pending storage information. In addition, a symbol designating command which is a command indicating whether a big hit or a small hit is determined in the winning effect processing (see FIG. 22) at the time of the start winning, a big hit type determination result, and a fluctuation pattern type determination result. When the fluctuation category command is comprehensively expressed, it is also referred to as a winning-time determination result designation command or determination result information.

  If the received effect control command is the first reserved storage number subtraction designation command (step S661), the production control CPU 101 subtracts one from the value of the first reserved storage number stored in the first reserved storage number storage area (step S661). Step S662).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 executes the command for the start winning (the symbol designation command, the fluctuation category command, the first reserved storage number addition designation command) stored in the first storage area of the first startup winning command storage area. The final display mode designation data and the display change timing designation data are deleted, and the contents of the first start winning command storage area are shifted (step S664).

  If the received effect control command is the second reserved storage number subtraction designation command (step S665), the production control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the second reserved storage number stored in the second reserved storage number storage area (step S665). Step S666).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 executes the command for the start winning (the symbol designation command, the variation category command, the second reserved memory number addition designation command) stored in the first storage area of the second startup winning command storage area. Then, the final display mode designation data and the display change timing designation data are deleted, and the contents of the second start winning command storage area are shifted (step S668).

  In addition, the first hold display in the first hold storage display unit 9a that displays the first hold storage number and the second hold display in the second hold storage display unit 9b are the first hold storage number or the second hold storage number. It is updated and displayed according to the increase or decrease of.

  If the received effect control command is another command, effect control CPU 101 sets a flag corresponding to the received effect control command (step S678). Then, control goes to a step S611.

  FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing an effect control process process (step S705) in the main process shown in FIG. In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 performs any one of steps S800 to S807 according to the value of the effect control process flag. In each process, the following process is executed. In the effect control process, the display state of the effect display device 9 is controlled, and the variable display of the effect symbol is realized. The control related to the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change of the special symbol is also executed in one effect control process. The variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change of the first special symbol and the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change of the second special symbol may be executed by different effect control process. Good. Further, in this case, it may be determined which special symbol variation display is being executed based on which effect control process process has performed the effect symbol variation display.

  Variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800): It is confirmed whether or not a variation pattern command has been received from the game control microcomputer 560. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the variation pattern command reception flag set in the command analysis processing is set. If the variation pattern command has been received, the value of the effect control process flag is changed to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation start process (step S801).

  Effect symbol variation start process (step S801): Control is performed so that the variation of the effect symbol is started. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol change process (step S802).

  Processing during effect symbol variation (step S802): The switching timing of each variation state (variation speed) constituting the variation pattern is controlled, and the end of the variation time is monitored. Then, when the fluctuation time ends, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol change stop process (step S803).

  Effect symbol fluctuation stop processing (step S803): Control is performed to stop the fluctuation of the effect symbol and to derive and display the display result (stop symbol). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (step S804) or the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800).

  Big hit display processing (step S804): After the end of the fluctuation time, control is performed to display a screen for notifying the occurrence of the big hit on the effect display device 9. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the processing during the round (step S805).

  Processing during round (step S805): Display control during round is performed. Then, if the round end condition is satisfied, and if the final round has not ended, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the post-round processing (step S806). If the last round has ended, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot end process (step S807).

  Post-round processing (step S806): Display control between rounds is performed. Then, when the round start condition is satisfied, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the processing during the round (step S805).

  Big hit end effect processing (step S807): The effect display device 9 performs display control for notifying the player that the big hit game state has ended. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800).

  FIG. 36 is a flowchart showing a variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. In the fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the fluctuation pattern command reception flag is set (step S811). If the fluctuation pattern command reception flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the demonstration display flag indicating that the demonstration screen is being displayed is set (step S820). If so, control for terminating the display of the demonstration screen is performed on the effect display device 9 (step S821), the flag during demonstration display is reset (step S822), and the customer waiting demonstration is terminated and the game is started. The demo end flag indicating that (variable display is started) is set (step S822a). Next, effect control CPU 101 resets the variation pattern command reception flag (step S812). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol change start process (step S801) (step S813).

  When the variation pattern command reception flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the demonstration display flag is set (step S823).

  If the demonstration display flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the player has performed an effect mode selection operation for selecting an effect mode (step S828). If the operation has been performed, the effect mode designation data for designating the selected effect mode is stored in the RAM in accordance with the effect mode selection operation (step S829). After that, the fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process ends.

  In this embodiment, three types of effect modes, that is, effect mode A, effect mode B, and effect mode C, are provided, and control and effect of the accessory 200 according to the set effect mode are executed. Further, it is configured such that the player can select the effect mode.

  For example, when the operation of the stick controller 122 or the push button 120 is detected while the demonstration screen is being displayed, the effect display device 9 displays selectable effect modes (eg, effect mode A, effect mode B, and effect mode C). 44 (3)). In the effect mode selection operation for selecting the displayed effect mode, for example, the cursor for specifying the effect mode displayed on the effect display device 9 (for example, the cursor 203 shown in FIG. It is realized by moving to another effect mode according to the tilting operation and determining the effect mode specified when the push operation of the push button 120 is performed.

  FIG. 43 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a specific example of the effect mode. In the effect mode A and the effect mode B, the accessory 200 is located at an effect position near the upper part of the effect display device 9 (hereinafter, also referred to as a first effect position) as shown in FIG. In the effect mode C, as shown in FIG. 43 (B1), control is performed so as to be located at an effect position near the lower portion of the effect display device 9 (hereinafter, also referred to as a second effect position). In this embodiment, the effect mode A and the effect mode B are configured such that the background screen of the effect display device 9 is different and the effect position of the accessory is the same. The present invention is not limited to this, and a special effect position may be provided for each effect mode. In addition, when a specific effect mode is set, an effect of temporarily moving the accessory 200 to an effect position according to another effect mode may be made executable. For example, in the effect mode A, the accessory 200 may be temporarily moved from the first effect position to the second effect position, and an effect in which the accessory 200 appears to fall from the upper portion to the lower portion may be executable.

  Further, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 43 (A2), in the effect mode A, the effect display device 9 displays an image in which the periphery of the accessory 200 located at the first effect position appears to be shining. In the production mode C, as shown in FIG. 43 (B2), when the production for performing the display is performed or when the character 201 is touching the character 200 located at the second production position on the production display device 9. An effect of displaying a visible image is performed. In this way, an effect corresponding to each effect mode (that is, an effect corresponding to the position of the accessory 200) is configured to be executed.

  In steps S828 and S830, for example, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not an operation detection signal is output from the push sensor 124, and selects an effect mode according to the output operation detection signal.

  If the demonstration display flag is not set (N in step S823), the effect control CPU 101 checks whether the demonstration designation command reception flag is set (step S824). Then, when the demonstration designation command reception flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 performs control to display a demonstration screen on the effect display device 9 (step S825), and sets a flag during demonstration display (step S826). ). Further, effect control CPU 101 resets the demonstration designation command reception flag (step S827).

  Next, effect control CPU 101 performs control to move accessory 200 to the demonstration position (see FIG. 43C) (step S827a). After that, the fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process ends.

  In the fluctuation pattern command reception waiting processing shown in FIG. 36, the processing of step S822a is executed, and in the effect symbol fluctuation start processing described later, the state of the demonstration end flag is confirmed, so that the customer waiting demonstration is executed immediately before. It can be checked whether or not it was.

  In this embodiment, the accessory 200 is controlled so as to be located at the presentation position corresponding to the presentation mode (see FIGS. 43 (A1) and (B1)), but the process of step S827a is executed. Thus, during the customer waiting demonstration, control is performed so that the demonstration display device 9 is located at a demonstration position near the center of the effect display device 9 (see FIG. 43C). During the customer waiting demonstration in which the production mode can be selected, if the character 200 is in a state corresponding to the specific production mode, the player may erroneously recognize that the specific production mode is already selected. However, with such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player from erroneously recognizing the selected effect mode.

  In this embodiment, the effect mode is selected in accordance with the operation of the player, and the state of the accessory 200 is changed in accordance with the effect mode. If the process of selecting the effect mode in accordance with the operation and the process of changing the state of the accessory 200 in accordance with the effect mode are executed, the processing load may be increased. In particular, it is assumed that the player changes the effect mode a plurality of times, but in the configuration in which the position of the accessory 200 is changed each time the effect mode is changed, the accessory 200 must be frequently moved. Instead, the control of the accessory 200 becomes complicated, and the processing load increases. Therefore, in this embodiment, even if the production mode is changed during the customer waiting demonstration, the position of the accessory 200 is not immediately changed, and when the variation display of the production design is started, the display mode is changed from the demonstration position to the production mode. It is configured to move to the effect position. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the control of the accessory 200 from becoming complicated and from increasing the processing load during the customer waiting demonstration.

  Further, in this embodiment, the accessory 200 is configured to move from the demonstration position to any of the effect positions by the processing of step S827a and steps S8004c to S8004d described later (that is, the predetermined position is determined in advance). It does not stop at a position other than the position, or does not move from the effect position to another effect position), it is possible to avoid irregular control, and it is possible to prevent problems from occurring.

  In this embodiment, when the demonstration designation command reception flag is set, control for displaying the demonstration screen on the effect display device 9 is immediately performed. However, the display may be started after a predetermined period has elapsed. In this case, the microcomputer 560 for game control may omit the process of step S51a and transmit the customer waiting demonstration designation command immediately after the stop of the change of the special symbol.

  Further, the process of selecting the effect mode may be executed when the player performs a predetermined operation using the push button 120 or the stick controller 122 without being limited to the state in which the demonstration screen is displayed. . Further, a second effect display device may be provided in addition to the effect display device 9, and an effect of selecting an effect mode may be performed on the second effect display device. By providing the second effect display device, the effect mode can be selected at any time regardless of the game state even during a variable display or a big hit game. Note that, even in a configuration in which the second effect display device is not provided, the effect mode may be selected at any time regardless of the game state. For example, it can be realized by performing an effect of selecting an effect mode in an area of the display area of the effect display device 9 that is different from the display area of the effect symbol.

  Further, in this embodiment, even if the process shifts to the customer waiting demonstration, if the production mode is not changed by the player, the setting of the production mode is not changed. The production mode may be automatically changed to a production mode (for example, production mode A). Since it is considered that the game has been completed when the game is shifted to the customer waiting demonstration, it is possible to set a state in which the basic effect mode is set for a new player. In the case where the mode is changed to the basic production mode automatically when the demonstration is shifted to the customer waiting demonstration, a flag indicating that the production mode has been changed by the player during the customer waiting demonstration is provided, In the fluctuation display after the waiting demonstration, if the flag is not set, the process of determining the effect mode may be omitted.

  FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation start process (step S801) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. In the effect symbol variation start processing, the effect control CPU 101 first reads a variation pattern command from the variation pattern command storage area (step S8001). Next, the effect control CPU 101 determines the display result (stop) of the effect symbol according to the variation pattern command read in step S8001 and the data stored in the display result specifying command storage area (that is, the received display result specifying command). (Symbol) is determined (step S8002). That is, when the processing of step S8002 is executed by the effect control CPU 101, the display result of the variable display of the identification information (the stop of the effect symbol) according to the variable display pattern (variable pattern) determined by the variable display pattern determining means. A display result determining means for determining a symbol is realized. If a pseudo-run is specified by the fluctuation pattern command, the effect control CPU 101 determines in step S8002 that a temporary stop symbol in the pseudo-run is a chance-eye symbol (for example, “223” or “445”). , But a combination of a big hit symbol and a symbol which is not one of the reach but is shifted by one symbol) is also determined. Further, the effect control CPU 101 stores data indicating the determined stop symbol of the effect symbol in the effect symbol display result storage area. In step S8002, the effect control CPU 101 may determine whether or not it is a big hit based on the received fluctuation pattern command, and may determine the stop symbol of the effect symbol based on only the fluctuation pattern command. .

  FIG. 38 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of the stop symbol of the effect symbol in the effect display device 9. In the example illustrated in FIG. 38, when the received display result designation command indicates “normal jackpot” (when the received display result designation command is the display result 2 designation command), the effect control CPU 101 stops. As a symbol, a combination of effect symbols in which three symbols are arranged in the same even number symbol is determined. Further, when the received display result specifying command indicates “probable change big hit” (when the received display result specifying command is the display result 3 specifying command), the effect control CPU 101 sets three symbols as stop symbols. The combination of effect symbols arranged with the same odd symbol is determined.

  Further, when the received display result specifying command indicates “suddenly changing large hit” or “small hit” (when the received display result specifying command is the display result 4 specifying command or the display result 5 specifying command), The effect control CPU 101 determines a combination of effect symbols such as “135” as a stop symbol. Then, in the case of "missing" (when the received display result specifying command is the display result 1 specifying command), combinations of effect symbols other than the above are determined. However, when a reach effect is involved, a combination of effect symbols having two left and right symbols is determined. The combination of the three symbols derived and displayed on the effect display device 9 is the “stop symbol” of the effect symbol.

  The effect control CPU 101 extracts, for example, a random symbol for determining a stop symbol, and uses a stop symbol determination table in which data indicating a combination of the effect symbols and a numerical value are associated with each other, to determine the stop symbol of the effect symbol. decide. That is, the stop symbol is determined by selecting the data indicating the combination of the effect symbols corresponding to the numerical values corresponding to the extracted random numbers.

  In addition, also with respect to the effect symbols, a stop symbol (a combination of symbols in which the left middle right is the same symbol) that recalls a big hit is referred to as a large hit symbol. Further, in the present embodiment, when a probability-change big hit occurs, since the left and right are stopped and displayed in a state where odd-numbered symbols are aligned, it is reminded that odd-numbered symbols become a probability-change big hit. A design that reminds us of such a probability change jackpot is called a probability change design. On the other hand, in this embodiment, when a normal big hit occurs, since the left and right are stopped and displayed in a state where even-numbered symbols are aligned with each other, it is recalled that even-numbered symbols do not become a probable big hit (a normal big hit). . A design that reminds you that it will not be a probability change jackpot is called a non-probability change design. In addition, a stop symbol that reminds the player of a loss is referred to as a "off symbol".

  Next, effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the demonstration end flag is set (step S8003). If the demonstration end flag is not set, that is, if the customer waiting demonstration is not executed immediately before the fluctuation display, the effect control CPU 101 sets the effect (the role using the accessory 200) according to the effect mode. It is determined whether or not (including the product effect) is executed (S8004a). After that, the procedure moves to step S8005.

  On the other hand, when the demonstration end flag is set, that is, when the customer waiting demonstration is being executed immediately before the variable display, the effect control CPU 101 sets the effect (for using the accessory 200) in accordance with the effect mode. Is determined (S8004b).

  In steps S8004a and S8004b, for example, the presence or absence of the effect is determined using a plurality of effect determination tables provided in advance according to the situation.

  FIG. 39 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of the effect determination table. In the example illustrated in FIG. 39, when the effect mode is the effect mode A and the executable effect includes the accessory effect (that is, step S8004a), the effect for the first effect mode A illustrated in FIG. In the case where the effect determination table is used and the character effect is not included (that is, step S8004b), the effect determination table for the second effect mode A shown in FIG. Is used. When the effect mode is the effect mode B and the executable effect includes the character effect effect (that is, step S8004a), the effect determination table for the first effect mode B shown in FIG. 39C is used. If the character effect is not included (that is, step S8004b), the effect determination table for the second effect mode B shown in FIG. 39 (D) which is not determined to execute the character effect is used. When the effect mode is the effect mode C and the executable effect includes the character effect effect (that is, step S8004a), the effect determination table for the first effect mode C shown in FIG. If the character effect is not included (ie, step S8004b), the effect determination table for the second effect mode C shown in FIG. 39 (F), which is not determined to execute the character effect, is used.

  In the example shown in FIG. 39, it is configured such that a character effect effect according to the effect mode is executed. Specifically, in the case of the effect mode A, the effect 200 is lit as the effect mode effect for the effect mode A, and the effect display (for example, the effect An image display in which the periphery of 200 appears to be shining is performed (see FIG. 43 (A2)). In the case of the effect mode B, the effect 200 is rotated as the effect mode effect for the effect mode A, and the effect display according to the state of the effect 200 (for example, the effect 200 is displayed on the effect display device 9). Image display that appears to swirl around the center). In addition, in the case of the effect mode C, the effect 200 is turned on as an effect effect for the effect mode C, and an image is displayed on the effect display device 9 such that the character 201 is touching the character 200 ( FIG. 43 (B2)).

  Next, if the accessory 200 is moving to the demonstration position (Y in step S8004c), the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to step S8005, and if the accessory 200 is not moving to the demonstration position (N in step S8004c). ), Control is performed to move the accessory 200 to the presentation position corresponding to the presentation mode (step S8004d), and the demonstration end flag is reset (step S8004e). After that, the procedure moves to step S8005.

  In the case where the customer waiting demonstration has been executed immediately before the start of the variable display by the processing of step S8004d (that is, in the case of the variable display after the customer waiting demonstration), the character 200 is moved from the demonstration position to the production position corresponding to the production mode. Is performed.

  However, by the processing in step S8004c, when the accessory 200 is moving to the demonstration position, the control for moving the accessory 200 to the production position is not performed. If the customer waiting demonstration is started and a start prize is generated immediately after the accessory 200 starts moving to the demonstration position, a situation occurs in which the accessory 200 is moving to the demonstration position at the start of the change. In such a case, the control for moving the accessory 200 to the production position is not performed until the movement of the accessory 200 is completed, that is, until the accessory 200 reaches the demonstration position, so that the irregularity is achieved. Control can be avoided, and the risk of failure can be reduced. In this case, the control for moving the accessory 200 to the production position is performed in the next and subsequent variable display, but may be performed when it is confirmed that the demonstration position has been reached. Also, when the accessory 200 is controlled to a state corresponding to the customer waiting demonstration (that is, when the accessory 200 is moved to the demonstration position), unlike the case where the variable display is performed, the accessory 200 is provided on the accessory 200. It is desirable that the effect using the light-emitting body or the image display device is not performed, and that the display is made as unobtrusive as possible.

  Further, in the case of the fluctuation display after the customer waiting demonstration, since the control for moving the accessory 200 from the demonstration position to the effect position is performed, there is a possibility that the accessory effect for operating the accessory 200 cannot be normally executed. For this reason, in this embodiment, the processing of steps S8003, S8004a, and S8004b is configured so as not to execute the bonus effect using the bonus 200 in the case of the fluctuation display after the customer waiting demonstration. With such a configuration, it is possible to secure time for moving the accessory 200 to the effect position according to the effect mode, and to prevent the operation of the accessory 200 from being out of sync with the effect.

  In addition, in this embodiment, in the case of the fluctuation display at the end of the customer waiting demonstration, the character effect is not executed. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration. Even if it is a display, after the movement of the accessory 200 is completed, the accessory effect may be executable. For example, if the fluctuation period of the fluctuation display after the waiting-for-customer demonstration is longer than the movement period of the accessory 200 from the demonstration position to the first production position or the second production position, the timing after the movement period elapses In addition, it may be possible to execute a character effect.

  Next, effect control CPU 101 selects a process table according to the effect determined to be executed and the variation pattern (step S8005). Then, the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table is started (step S8006).

  FIG. 40 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a configuration example of the process table. The process table is a table in which process data to be referred to when the effect control CPU 101 executes control of the effect device is set. That is, the effect control CPU 101 controls the effect devices (effect components) such as the effect display device 9 according to the process data set in the process table. The process table is configured by data in which a plurality of combinations of a process timer set value, display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data are collected. In the display control execution data, data and the like indicating each variation mode constituting the variation mode during the variable display time (variable time) of the variable display of the effect symbol are described. Specifically, data relating to a change in the display screen (including the active display) of the effect display device 9 is described. In the process timer set value, a variation time in the variation mode is set. The effect control CPU 101 refers to the process table and performs control for displaying the effect symbols in the variation mode set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value.

  The process table shown in FIG. 40 is stored in the ROM of the effect control board 80. The process table is prepared according to each variation pattern. In addition, in the process table used when performing the effect control for the fluctuation pattern accompanying the reach effect, the left symbol is stopped and displayed when a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the fluctuation, and the right symbol is stopped when the predetermined time has elapsed. Process data indicating that it is to be displayed is set. Instead of setting the symbol to be stop-displayed in the process table, an image for displaying the symbol is synthesized and generated according to the determined stop symbol, the pseudo-run or the temporary stop symbol in the slide effect. You may.

  In addition, the effect control CPU 101 generates the effect device (the effect display device 9 as the effect component and the effect component as the effect component) in accordance with the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1). The control of the various lamps and the speaker 27) as an effect component is executed (step S8007). For example, the effect display device 9 outputs a command to the VDP 109 in order to display an image according to a pre-reading effect, a notice effect, or a fluctuation pattern. In addition, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp driver board 35 in order to control the turning on / off of various lamps. Further, a control signal (sound number data) is output to the audio output board 70 in order to output audio from the speaker 27. When the effect for operating the accessory 200 is executed, the control of the accessory 200 is executed according to the process data including the accessory control execution data. In the accessory control execution data, data indicating the operation and lighting mode of the accessory 200 are described.

  Next, effect control CPU 101 sets a value corresponding to the fluctuation time specified by the fluctuation pattern command in the fluctuation time timer (step S8008).

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol change processing (step S802) (step S8010).

  FIG. 41 is a flowchart showing the effect design changing process (step S802) in the effect control process process. In the effect symbol fluctuation process, the effect control CPU 101 decrements the value of the process timer by 1 (step S8101) and decrements the value of the fluctuation time timer by 1 (step S8102). When the process timer times out (step S8103), the process data is switched. That is, the process timer set value set next in the process table is set in the process timer (step S8104). In addition, the control state of the effect device is changed based on the display control execution data, the lamp control execution data, and the sound number data set next (step S8105).

  If the variation time timer has timed out (step S8109), the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation stop process (step S803) (step S8110).

  FIG. 42 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol change stop process (step S803) in the effect control process process. In the effect design fluctuation stop processing, first, effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not a stop symbol display flag indicating that the stop symbol of the effect symbol is displayed is set (step S8301). If the stop symbol display flag has been set, the flow shifts to step S8305. In this embodiment, when a big hit symbol is displayed as the stop symbol of the effect symbol, a stop symbol display flag is set in step S8304. Then, when executing the fanfare effect, the stop symbol display flag is reset. Therefore, when the stop symbol display flag is set, it means that the big hit symbol has been stopped and displayed, but the fanfare effect has not been executed yet. Therefore, the process of displaying the stop symbol of the effect symbol in step S8302 is executed. The process moves to step S8305 without any processing.

  If the stop symbol display flag has not been set, the effect control CPU 101 performs control to stop and display the determined stop symbol (missing symbol, big hit symbol) (step S8302). If neither the big hit symbol nor the small hit symbol is displayed in the process of step S8302 (that is, if a lost symbol is displayed) (N in step S8303), the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to step S8311.

  When the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the process of step S8302 (Y in step S8303), the effect control CPU 101 sets the stop symbol display flag (step S8304) and receives the big hit start designation command. It is checked whether the big hit start designation command reception flag indicating that the small hit / suddenly variable big hit start designation command has been received is set (step S8305). . If the big hit start designation command reception flag or the small hit / suddenly variable big hit start designation command reception flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 resets the stop symbol display flag (step S8306) and responds to the fanfare effect. A process table is selected (step S8307). The effect control CPU 101 resets the set flag if the big hit start designation command reception flag or the small hit / suddenly variable big hit start designation command reception flag is set.

  Then, effect control CPU 101 starts the process timer by setting the process timer set value to the process timer (step S8308), and the contents of process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number, sound number) In accordance with the data 1 and the movable member control data 1), the control of the rendering device (the rendering display device 9 as the rendering component, the various lamps as the rendering component, the speaker 27 as the rendering component, and the character as the rendering component) Is executed (step S8309). Thereafter, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit display process (step S804) (step S8310).

  When it is determined that neither the big hit nor the small hit is performed (N in step S8303), the effect control CPU 101 resets a predetermined flag (step S8311). For example, the effect control CPU 101 resets a first symbol variation designation command reception flag and a second symbol variation designation command reception flag. The effect control CPU 101 may reset the command reception flag immediately after being referred to in the effect control process process and the fourth symbol process process (for example, as shown in step S811 in FIG. 36, the variation pattern As soon as the command reception flag is confirmed, the variation pattern command reception flag may be reset. However, for example, since the symbol change designation command is referred to in both the effect control process process and the fourth symbol process process, as shown in this embodiment, at the end of the change, the effect symbol change stop process, etc. It is desirable to reset in the big hit or in the big hit end effect processing when the big hit ends. Then, effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value according to the fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S8312).

  Next, the accessory control will be described. FIG. 44 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a specific example of the accessory control. In FIG. 44, the display screen transitions in the order of (1), (2), (3), and so on.

  As shown in FIG. 44 (1), it is assumed that the effect display device 9 has finished displaying the variation of the effect symbols in the effect display device 9. In FIG. 44A, the effect mode is set to the effect mode A, and the accessory 200 is controlled to the first effect position near the upper portion of the effect display device 9.

  When a predetermined period has elapsed from the stop of the fluctuation of the effect symbols, a customer waiting demonstration is started. Then, as shown in FIG. 44 (2), control for moving the accessory 200 to the demonstration position near the center of the effect display device 9 is performed. In the effect display device 9, a demonstration image is displayed, and a character string such as "operate the stick controller for mode setting!" Is displayed to indicate that the effect mode can be set.

  When the player operates the stick controller 122 in the state shown in FIG. 44 (2), a setting menu is displayed on the effect display device 9 as shown in FIG. 44 (3), and the effect mode setting is performed. It becomes possible. In the example shown in FIG. 44 (3), “A”, “B”, and “C”, which are setting items related to the effect mode, are displayed as the setting menu display. In the example shown in FIG. 44 (3), among the setting items related to the effect mode, “A” is surrounded by a square, which indicates that the effect mode is currently set to effect mode A. . The cursor 203 displayed in the setting menu display points to the selected item. In the example shown in FIG. 44D, “A” is pointed out by the cursor 203 among the setting items related to the effect mode, and thus the setting item indicating the effect mode A is selected. At this time, the effect display device 9 may display a description of the characteristics of the effect mode selected by the cursor 203. In addition, as described later, when the effect mode can be selected not only during the customer waiting demonstration but also during the fluctuation display, the characteristics of the production mode and the like during the customer waiting demonstration and during the fluctuation display are described. The display may be performed in a different manner (for example, during a customer waiting demonstration, the display is larger than during the variable display).

  Next, when the stick controller 122 is operated by the player in the state where the setting menu display is displayed (for example, when the operation of inclining rightward is performed twice), as shown in FIG. The cursor 203 moves from “A” to “C” of the setting items related to the effect mode. Here, when the push button 120 is pressed by the player, the setting of the effect mode is switched from the effect mode A to the effect mode C (see step S829). “C” among the setting items related to the effect mode is surrounded by a square.

  In addition, when the stick controller is operated by the player (for example, when an operation of inclining the stick controller is performed), the cursor 200 moves to the item indicating “setting completed” as illustrated in FIG. Here, when the push button 120 is pressed by the player, as shown in FIG. 44 (6), the setting menu display ends, and the demonstration image is displayed.

  Thereafter, when a start winning is generated, as shown in FIG. 44 (7), the variation display of the effect symbol is started on the effect display device 9, and the character 200 is moved from the demonstration position to the second effect corresponding to the effect mode C. The control to move to the position is started. Then, as shown in FIG. 44 (8), when the accessory 200 reaches the second effect position near the lower part of the effect display device 9, the movement control of the accessory 200 ends.

  As described above, according to this embodiment, the movable body (eg, the accessory 200) operably provided and the effect mode according to the operation of the player when the variable display is not executed. (For example, effect mode selection means capable of selecting effect modes A to C) and movable body control means (see FIG. 43) for changing the state of the movable body according to the effect mode selected by the effect mode selection means. Have.

  Then, the movable body control means is configured to change the state of the movable body with the game after the effect mode is selected by the effect mode selection means (see FIG. 44). Therefore, it is possible to avoid concentration of the process of selecting the effect mode in accordance with the operation of the player and the process of changing the state of the movable body in accordance with the selected effect mode, thereby increasing the processing load. Can be prevented.

  In the present embodiment, as an example of a configuration for changing the state of the movable body in accordance with a game, a configuration has been described in which when the variable display is started, the accessory 200 is moved to the production position. In (2), when the game ball is fired (specifically, when the hit ball operation handle 5 is operated or the shot game ball is detected by a predetermined sensor), the state of the movable body is changed (the accessory 200). May be moved to the production position), or in the slot machine, when the operation lever is operated, the state of the movable body is changed (the accessory 200 is moved to the production position). . Further, a configuration may be adopted in which the state of the movable body is changed (the accessory 200 is moved to the production position) when payment or ball lending is performed.

  The “production mode” is such that the state of the accessory 200, the mode of the background screen, the background music, and the like are determined for each mode, and the execution ratio of the notice is made different for each mode (the production itself is performed in each mode. (Which may be common or unique).

  In this embodiment, the “state of the movable body” changes the position of the accessory 200 that moves up and down. However, deformation of the accessory 200 itself and light emission provided on the accessory 200 are performed. It also includes a change in the degree of light emission and color of the body, a change in display content of the image display device provided in the accessory 200, and the like.

  Further, in this embodiment, the movable body control means is configured to control the movable body to a specific state (for example, a state where the movable body is located at the demonstration position) when the variable display is not performed. For example, when the variable display is not executed, that is, during a period in which the player can select the effect mode, if the movable body is in a state corresponding to the specific effect mode, the specific effect mode is already selected. Although there is a risk that the player may mistakenly recognize the effect mode, the configuration described above can prevent the player from misunderstanding the selected effect mode.

  Further, in this embodiment, after the variable display is completed, the movable body control means sets the movable body to a specific state (for example, when the variable display is not executed, even if a predetermined period has elapsed, the next variable display is performed). State (see FIG. 43 (C) and FIG. 44 (2)). Therefore, during the period in which the variable display is not executed, that is, during the period in which the player can select the effect mode, preparations can be made to change the state of the movable body according to the selected effect mode. In addition, after the variable display is completed, the movable body is changed to the specific state after a predetermined period has elapsed. Therefore, even if the variable display ends when the number of stored memories is 0, if the start winning is generated within the predetermined period, Do not change the movable body to a specific state. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the movable body from being excessively changed to the specific state.

  Further, in this embodiment, it is configured to include an effect executing means capable of executing an effect using a movable body controlled to a state corresponding to the effect mode (see FIGS. 39 and 43). Therefore, it is possible to execute an effect according to the effect mode and the state of the movable body, and it is possible to improve the effect.

  Further, in this embodiment, after the variable display is completed, a standby effect (for example, a customer waiting demonstration) capable of executing a standby effect (for example, a customer waiting demonstration) when the next variable display is not executed even after a predetermined period has elapsed. 44 (2)). Then, the stand-by effect executing means ends the stand-by effect based on the start condition of the variable display being satisfied (see FIG. 44 (7)), and the effect execute means executes the variable display executed after the end of the stand-by effect. Some of them are configured not to execute the effect using the movable body. Therefore, it is possible to secure time for changing the movable body to a state corresponding to the effect mode, and to prevent the operation of the movable body from being inconsistent with the effect.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the variable display is started while the movable body is being changed to the specific state, the movable body control unit responds to the effect mode after changing the movable body to the specific state. It is configured to change the state to For this reason, irregular control can be avoided, and a problem can be prevented from occurring in the movable body.

  In this embodiment, the effect mode can be selected during the customer waiting demonstration. However, the present invention is not limited to such a structure, and the effect mode may be selectable during the variable display. For example, when the stick controller is operated during the variable display, the setting menu display is displayed on a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9, and the effect mode selecting operation for selecting the effect mode is enabled. In this case, for example, the setting menu display is displayed large during the demonstration waiting for the customer, but is displayed small during the variable display so as not to hinder the effects such as the fluctuation display of the effect symbols.

  Further, in the case where the effect mode can be selected during the variable display, it is assumed that the player changes the effect mode a plurality of times during one variable display, but each time the effect mode is changed, In the configuration in which the position of the accessory 200 is changed, the movement control of the accessory 200 must be performed frequently, and the control load increases. Therefore, even if the effect mode is changed, the position of the accessory 200 is not immediately changed, and when the next variable display is started, the accessory 200 is moved to the effect position according to the changed effect mode. You may comprise. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the control load and the processing load of the accessory 200 from being increased even in a configuration in which the effect mode can be selected during the variable display.

  In addition, the effect mode can be selected during the variable display, and when the next variable display is started, the accessory 200 is moved to the effect position according to the changed effect mode. During the variable display to be performed (or at least until the movement of the accessory 200 is completed), it is desirable to limit the execution of the accessory effect using the accessory.

  In this embodiment, the effect mode can be selected irrespective of the game state. For example, in a specific game state such as a probable change state or a time saving state, any one of the effect modes A to C or a special May be fixed to the production mode (that is, the production mode cannot be selected), or the accessory 200 may not be moved to the demonstration position even if the process shifts to the customer waiting demonstration.

  In addition to the above configuration, in order to operate the accessory 200 normally, when the gaming machine is started, the accessory 200 is placed at the origin position (for example, any one of the first effect position, the second effect position, and the demonstration position). , Or an initial position or a retreat position different from any of them, and when not located at the origin position, a return operation control (first operation control) for returning the accessory 200 to the origin position. ) Is performed, and after the accessory 200 is positioned at the origin position by the return operation control, an initial operation control (second operation control) for confirming that the accessory 200 can normally operate is performed. Is also good.

  However, in this case, in the return operation control (first operation control), the accessory 200 is operated in a situation where the position of the accessory 200 cannot be grasped. If the speed of the accessory 200 is controlled (accelerated) in the same manner as the initial operation control (the second operation control) in the operation control), a collision with a regulating member or the like provided for regulating the movement of the accessory 200 is performed. For example, there may be a problem that the accessory 200 cannot be operated safely in the return operation control (first operation control).

  Therefore, in the initial operation control (second operation control), control is performed such that the movable body operates within the range of the first speed and the second speed higher than the first speed, and the return operation control (first operation control) is performed. In the control, the movable body may be controlled to operate at a speed equal to or lower than the first speed in the second operation control. By doing so, in the first operation control, the accessory 200 operates at a speed that can be stopped at any timing, and thus can be safely positioned at the origin position.

  In the first operation control, the control may be such that the accessory 200 always operates at a single speed. By doing so, the speed at which the accessory 200 is positioned at the origin position can be kept constant, and damage to the accessory 200 can be prevented.

  Further, in the first operation control, control may be performed such that the accessory 200 operates at the first speed in the second operation control. By doing so, it is possible to shorten the period of the first operation control by selecting the maximum speed that can safely operate without excessively lowering the speed while ensuring the safe operation of the accessory 200.

  Further, when the detection means that can detect that the accessory 200 is located at the origin position is detected, the detection operation control is performed as the first operation control, and when not detected, the first operation control is performed. Alternatively, non-detection operation control (in the detection operation control, control may be performed such that the accessory 200 operates at a speed equal to or lower than the speed at which the accessory 200 operates) may be performed. By doing so, the presence or absence of a defect in the detection means can be grasped by the first operation control.

  Further, when the accessory 200 is not detected by the detecting means when a specific abnormality has occurred, the accessory 200 is controlled to perform the abnormal operation control as the first operation control, and the abnormal operation is performed. In the control, the control at the time of detection may be controlled such that the accessory 200 operates at a speed equal to or lower than the speed at which the accessory 200 operates. By doing so, the accessory 200 can be operated safely even in abnormal operation control.

  Further, even if the accessory 200 is detected by the detecting means by the abnormal operation control, the second operation control may be controlled not to be performed. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the accessory 200 from stopping at a position other than the origin position during the second operation control due to an abnormality.

  In the case where a plurality of characters are provided, the first operation and the second operation control are performed for the first character, and the second operation is performed without performing the first operation control for the second character. Only the operation control may be performed. By doing so, it is possible to perform the second operation control only for the necessary accessory, and it is possible to shorten the operation confirmation time by the second operation control.

  Further, in the first operation control of each of the first and second characters, control is performed such that the character operates at the first speed in each of the second operation controls, and the speed in the first operation control is , The first character and the second character are different (for example, even if the same control speed is set in the first operation control corresponding to each character, the size, weight, operation mode, and operation of each character) If there is a difference in the distance, the drive mechanism, and the like, the actual operation speed of each accessory is not necessarily the same.) By doing so, it is possible to shorten the period of the first operation control while ensuring the safety operation of each accessory at the operation speed according to each accessory.

  Here, an operation mode and control contents of the accessory 200 will be described with reference to FIGS. 45 and 46. FIG. 45 is a schematic explanatory diagram showing operation modes of non-detection operation control as first operation control, detection operation control as first operation control, and actual operation confirmation operation control as second operation control. 46A is an explanatory diagram showing the control speed in the actual operation confirmation operation control, FIG. 46B is an explanatory diagram showing the control speed in the detection operation control, and FIG. 46C is a control speed in the non-detection operation control. FIG.

  The effect control CPU 101 determines that the detected portion of the accessory 200 is not detected by the origin detection sensor in the initialization processing of step S701, that is, the accessory 200 is not detected for some reason (for example, transport or installation on a game island). Sometimes, it has moved from the home position, or when it was not possible to return to the home position during the previous operation (for example, during the performance of the effect, the home position return of the accessory 200 could not be confirmed due to step-out, failure, or jamming of the motor, etc.) (For example, when a character error (operation abnormality) occurs, such as an operation error), or when the game machine moves from the origin position due to vibration, etc.) (for example, the non-detection operation in FIG. 45). If it is at a predetermined position between the origin position and the production position, such as the position indicated by a black circle corresponding to the control, Performing a non-detection operation control. When performing the non-detection operation control, the accessory 200 is located at a position distant from the origin position, and therefore, the only operation is to move the accessory 200 in the direction of the origin position.

  In addition, in the initialization processing of step S701, when the detected portion of the accessory 200 is detected by the origin detection sensor, the effect control CPU 101 executes detection-time operation control.

  For example, a predetermined period from when the detected portion is detected by the origin detection sensor to when the movement of the accessory 200 in the direction of the origin position is regulated so that the detected portion is reliably detected by the origin detection sensor. When the operable range (for example, play) is set, it may return to the home position and stop at a position further away from the position detected by the home position detection sensor. Therefore, even if the detected portion is detected by the origin detection sensor, the detection-time operation control for returning the accessory 200 to the more accurate origin position is performed.

  In this detection-time operation control, it is necessary to move the accessory 200 to a position away from the origin position and then return to the origin position in order to temporarily release the detection state of the detected portion by the origin detection sensor. Since it is not necessary to move to the production position, the accessory 200 is moved from the origin position to the detection operation position near the origin position, and then returned to the origin position. That is, reciprocating operation is performed at a shorter distance than actual operation.

  Further, the effect control CPU 101 executes the operation control for non-detection or the operation control for detection in the initialization processing, and then executes the operation control for actual operation confirmation. The actual operation check operation control is the same operation as the actual operation actually performed by the accessory 200 in various effects and the like.

  Next, the control speed set when the effect control CPU 101 executes the non-detection operation control, the detection operation control, and the actual operation check operation control will be compared.

  As shown in FIG. 46 (A), when the effect control CPU 101 executes the actual operation check operation control, the effect control CPU 101 corresponds to the timer count value of the actual operation check process timer in the set actual operation check process data. The check target accessory is operated based on the set control speed. Specifically, control is performed such that after accelerating from the origin position, decelerate to stop at the rendering position, and accelerate after decelerating from the rendering position to stop at the origin position. That is, in the actual operation check operation control for confirming that the accessory 200 can be normally operated, the control speed of the accessory 200 is set in the order of low speed → high speed → low speed between the origin position and the production position. Change. In other words, when performing the effect production using the accessory 200, the effect control CPU 101 determines the minimum speed (low speed) as the first speed and the maximum speed (high speed) as the second speed higher than the minimum speed. In order to control the accessory 200 to operate at a speed within the range, even when the actual operation check operation control is executed, the minimum speed (low speed) which is the first speed and the second speed which is higher than the minimum speed. The accessory 200 is controlled to operate at a speed within the range of the maximum speed (high speed) as the speed.

  That is, the minimum speed as the first speed and the maximum speed as the second speed are the actual operation speeds of the accessory 200, and the control speed is set so as to be the minimum speed or the maximum speed as the operation speed. Will be done. In the following, when the accessory 200 is operated based on the minimum control speed, it operates at the lowest speed, and when the accessory 200 is operated based on the maximum control speed, it operates at the maximum speed. It will be described as.

  Here, the control speed is set so that the operating speed of the accessory 200 during acceleration and deceleration is the minimum speed in the actual operation checking operation control. In addition, when returning to the origin position after moving to the production position, by controlling the actual operation confirmation operation control to be the minimum speed for a longer time than when stopping at the production position, The detected portion is detected by the origin detection sensor after the speed is reliably reduced.

  As shown in FIG. 46 (B), when performing the operation control upon detection, the effect control CPU 101 always checks the actual operation during the period of moving from the origin position to the effect position and the period of moving from the effect position to the origin position. The accessory 200 is controlled so as to operate at the lowest speed (first speed) in the operation control. That is, the effect control CPU 101 determines that the maximum speed in the detection-time operation control as the first operation control is lower than the minimum speed in the actual operation confirmation operation control as the second operation control (in this example, the actual operation confirmation The control for operating the accessory 200 is always performed based on the lowest control speed among the control speeds set in the actual operation confirmation operation control so that the speed becomes the same as the lowest speed in the operation control).

  In addition, in the case of the detection-time operation control, since the operating distance of the accessory 200 is shorter than that of the actual operation confirmation operation control, the control speed at the time of acceleration in the actual operation confirmation operation control, that is, the high-speed operation, The detection sensor may not be able to reliably detect the portion to be detected, or the accessory may be damaged by an impact when the accessory 200 returns to the origin position from a short distance and is restricted from moving. The operation is controlled so as to operate at the minimum speed in the operation check operation control.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 46 (C), when performing the non-detection operation control, the effect control CPU 101 always performs the movement from any position between the origin position and the effect position to the origin position during the non-detection operation control. Control is performed so as to operate at the lowest speed (first speed) in the actual operation check operation control. That is, the effect control CPU 101 sets the maximum speed (maximum operation speed) in the non-detection operation control as the first operation control to be lower than the minimum speed in the actual operation confirmation operation control as the second operation control (this example). In this case, the accessory 200 is always operated based on the lowest control speed among the control speeds set in the actual operation check operation control so that the minimum speed is the same as the lowest speed in the actual operation check operation control). Perform control.

  In this case, since it is unknown how far the accessory 200 is located from the origin position, if the accessory 200 is located near the origin position, the acceleration may occur in the actual operation confirmation operation control. When operated at a control speed, that is, at a high speed, when the accessory 200 returns to the origin position, the detected portion cannot be reliably detected by the origin detection sensor, or the accessory 200 returns to the origin position from a short distance. Since there is a possibility that an accessory or the like may be damaged by an impact when the movement is restricted, control is performed so as to operate at the minimum speed in the actual operation confirmation operation control.

  As described above, when performing the non-detection operation control or the detection operation control as the first operation control, the effect control CPU 101 is always based on the minimum control speed set in the actual operation confirmation operation control. Control is performed so that the accessory 200 operates at one (constant) operation speed. In addition, when a plurality of characters are provided and the non-detection operation control, the detection operation control, and the actual operation check operation control are executed for each character, these minimum speeds correspond to the respective characters. This is the minimum speed in the actual operation check operation control, and is not the operation speed common to the respective accessories. Therefore, the minimum speed of each accessory may be different.

  Specifically, since the size, weight, operation mode, operation distance, and drive mechanism including the drive motor are different for each accessory, the actual operation speed of the accessory is different even when the same control speed is set. . In addition, even when a different control speed is set for each accessory, the actual operation speed of the accessory is different. In this way, the minimum speed is an operation speed based on the control speed set for each accessory, and in order to control to operate at the minimum speed that is optimal for the accessory, a plurality of accessories having different modes are used. It is possible to reliably detect at the origin position.

  In the above embodiment, the effect control board 80, the sound output board 70, and the lamp driver board 35 are provided as boards on which circuits for controlling the effect devices are mounted. It may be mounted on one substrate. Further, a first effect control board (display control board) on which a circuit for controlling the effect display device 9 and the like is mounted, and a first effect control board on which a circuit for controlling other effect devices (lamp, LED, speaker 27, etc.) are mounted. Two boards including two effect control boards may be provided.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits a command directly to the effect control microcomputer 100. However, the game control microcomputer 560 uses another board (for example, FIG. 3). (A sound / lamp board having a function provided by the circuit mounted on the sound output board 70 and the lamp driver board 35 and a function provided by the circuit mounted on the lamp driver board 35). The control command may be transmitted and transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 in the effect control board 80 via another board. In that case, the command may simply pass through another board, or a control unit such as a microcomputer is mounted on the audio output board 70, the lamp driver board 35, and the sound / lamp board, and the control unit receives the command. In response to this, control relating to voice control and lamp control is executed, and furthermore, the effect control microcomputer 100 that controls the effect display device 9 by changing the received command as it is or, for example, to a simplified command. May be transmitted. Even in this case, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs the display control in accordance with the effect control command directly received from the game control microcomputer 560 in each of the above-described embodiments. Display control can be performed according to a command received from the driver board 35 or the sound / lamp board.

  In addition, in the above-described embodiment, in order to notify the effect control microcomputer 100 of a change pattern indicating a change mode such as a change time, a type of reach effect, and the presence or absence of a pseudo-run, when the change is started, 1 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 100 by two or more commands. Specifically, when notifying by two commands, the game control microcomputer 560 uses the first command to determine whether or not there is a pseudo-run, whether or not there is a slide effect, etc. A command indicating the fluctuation time and the fluctuation mode before the second stop is transmitted, and the second command indicates the type of reach and the presence or absence of a re-lottery effect. A command indicating the fluctuation time and the fluctuation mode after 2 stops) may be transmitted. In this case, the effect control microcomputer 100 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 560 for game control notifies the fluctuating time by each of the two commands, and the microcomputer 100 for effect control selects the specific fluctuating mode executed at each timing. It may be. When two commands are sent, two commands may be sent within the same timer interrupt. After the first command is sent, a predetermined period elapses (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, the variation pattern is notified by two or more commands, whereby the amount of data that must be stored as the variation pattern command can be reduced.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, “different ratios” means not only those having different ratios in a relationship such as A: B = 70%: 30% or A: B = 30%: 70%. It is a concept that includes ones with different ratios in a relationship such as A: B = 100%: 0% (that is, one with 100% allocation and the other with 0% allocation).

  Further, in the above embodiment, for example, a case has been described in which a plurality of types of special symbols such as “1” to “9”, effect symbols, and ordinary symbols are variably displayed and the display result is derived and displayed. It is not limited to such an 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 of symbol may be derived and displayed last. It may be something.

  In the above-described embodiment, the pachinko machine is used as an example of a gaming machine. When a combination of stopped symbols becomes a specific symbol combination when the symbol is rotated and the symbol is stopped in response to the operation of the stop button by the player, the present invention is applied to a slot machine in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out to the player. It is also possible.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, an example in which a game medium is used as a game machine has been described as an example. The present invention can also be applied to a sealed-type gaming machine in which a score is given when a condition for giving a prize is satisfied by enclosing a game medium such as.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, there is a gaming machine controlled to be in 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 in which a predetermined variable prize area is provided (a variable variable prize ball device may be provided in only one special variable prize sphere 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 winning prize ball device during the big hit game, and the big hit game The configuration described in each of the above embodiments can be applied to a gaming machine that is controlled to be in a probable change state after completion.

  The present invention is suitably applied to a gaming machine capable of performing variable display.

DESCRIPTION OF REFERENCE NUMERALS 1 pachinko gaming machine 8a first special symbol display 8b second special symbol display 9 effect display device 9a first hold storage display section 9b second hold storage display section 9F active display area 13 first start winning port 14 second start Winning opening 20 Special variable winning ball device 31 Game control board (main board)
56 CPU
560 game control microcomputer 78 movable member 80 effect control board 90 effect LED
Reference Signs List 100 effect control microcomputer 101 effect control CPU
109 VDP
200 accessories

Claims (2)

A gaming machine that performs variable display,
A movable body operably provided;
Effect mode selection means capable of selecting an effect mode according to the action of the player when the variable display is not being executed,
Movable body control means for changing the position of the movable body according to the effect mode selected by the effect mode selecting means,
After ending the variable display, when the next variable display is not executed even after the lapse of a predetermined period, the display device has standby effect execution means capable of executing a standby effect until the next variable display is executed,
The movable body is movable between a standby position and a rendering position away from the standby position,
The movable body control means,
When the front Symbol waiting effect is running, performs control to position said movable member at the standby position,
If the variable display is started while moving the movable body to the standby position, after moving the movable body to the standby position, move to a position according to the effect mode,
A gaming machine characterized by that: The movable body is movable between an origin position and a position distant from the origin position,
A first operation control for positioning the movable body at the origin position, and a second operation control for confirming that the movable body can normally operate;
In the second operation control, control is performed such that the movable body operates within a range between a first speed and a second speed higher than the first speed,
The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein, in the first operation control, control is performed such that the movable body operates at a speed equal to or lower than the first speed in the second operation control.

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