JP6652333B2 - Gaming machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to a player.

  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).

  Note that the game value is a right to make the state of the variable prize ball device provided in the game area of the gaming machine advantageous for a player who is likely to win a hit ball, or to be in a state advantageous 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 where the sex is continued (hereinafter, these states are referred to as a reach state) is called 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, there is a game machine provided with a movable object and configured to perform an effect of operating the movable object in a specific state (for example, during a big hit game) (Patent Document 1). In addition, there is a configuration in which a movable object is provided and an effect of operating the movable object during variable display is performed (Patent Document 2).

JP 2011-015916 A JP 2012-239687 A

  By combining the configuration described in Patent Literature 1 and the configuration described in Patent Literature 2, it is possible to execute an effect of operating a movable object during a specific state and an effect of operating a movable object during variable display. Configurations are possible. However, simply combining them has no relevance to the production, and cannot sufficiently enhance the interest.

  Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of giving a relevance to an effect of operating a movable object and improving amusement.

(Means A) A gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to a player, wherein the advantageous state has a first advantageous state and a higher degree of advantage than the first advantageous state. And an effect executing means for executing an effect, and a detecting means capable of detecting an operation of the player, wherein the effect executing means has detected the operation of the player by the detecting means. A first effect execution means for executing a first effect for operating the first movable object operably provided, and a first effect operably provided after it is determined that the first movable object is controlled to the advantageous state. (2) A second effect executing means for executing a second effect for operating the movable object, and the second advantageous state is controlled after the second advantageous state without being notified of the second advantageous state. Information effect executing means for executing an information effect for notifying that Includes, a period in which the first movable object by the first effect to work, a period in which the second movable object by the second effect works, are different, the first demonstration execution means, promoting notification to prompt the operation of the player The first effect can be executed in response to the detection of the player's operation by the detection means within the effective period of the motion effect, and the second effect execution unit can execute the first effect of the player within the effective period of the motion effect. The second effect can be executed at the first timing when the first effect is executed in response to the detection of the operation, and the operation of the player is detected within the validity period while the operation effect is executed. Ri executable der the second effect at different second timing from the first timing when the first effect is not executed by the absence, to perform the second effect when the notification effect is performed , Characterized in that .
Wherein the Ru with a corresponding image display means for displaying Oite on (means B) means A, the corresponding image corresponding to the variable display.
(Means 1) The other gaming machine is a gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot gaming state) that is advantageous to the player, and is operably provided during the variable display. For example, a first effect execution unit (for example, a portion where the effect control microcomputer 100 executes step S8115) for executing a first effect (for example, a successful effect of the operation effect) for operating the first character 201), Second effect execution means (for example, an effect) for executing a second effect for operating a second movable object (for example, the second character object 202a, 202b) operably provided based on being controlled to the advantageous state. The control microcomputer 100 performs steps S8115, S902, and S925), and the second effect execution means determines whether the first effect has been executed by the first effect execution means. Depending on whether the second directing different timings (e.g., the operation timing and the timing of the fanfare presentation start detection of FIG. 47), characterized in that it is executable.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to give a relevance to the effect of operating the movable object, and to enhance interest.

(Means 2) A gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to a player, and includes a movable object (for example, a second accessory 202a, 202b) operably provided. An effect executing means for executing an operation effect for moving the animal (for example, a part in which the effect control microcomputer 100 executes steps S8115, S902, and S925), wherein the effect executing means includes a variable display from a variable display to an advantageous state. One period (for example, from the operation detection in FIG. 49 to the fanfare effect) or a second period after being controlled to the advantageous state (for example, from the fanfare effect in FIG. 49 to the end of the big hit game. The second period is started. The timing is controlled when the big win is opened, when the fanfare effect is started, and when the big hit game state is controlled. Characterized in that it is capable of executing the operation effect in matching may be.) In any such case.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to give a relevance to the effect of operating the movable object, and to enhance interest.

(Means 3) In the means 1 or 2, the corresponding image display means (for example, the active display unit 18d) for displaying a corresponding image (for example, active display) corresponding to the variable display may be provided. According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve interest in the variable display being executed.

(Means 4) In the means 1 or 3, the first effect execution means is informed that the advantageous effect state is controlled during the variable display (for example, when a successful effect of the operation effect is executed, or when the reach is performed). The first effect may be executed when the big hit is determined by the effect, when the big hit symbol is derived and displayed, etc. (from the operation detection of FIG. 47 to the stop of the change).
According to such a configuration, a sense of expectation can be improved.

(Means 5) In any one of the means 1, the means 3, and the means 4, the second effect execution means is controlled to an advantageous state (for example, to a big hit game state. Operation detection in FIG. 47). Or, from the start of the fanfare effect to the end of the jackpot game, the timing of starting the control of the advantageous state is, for example, when a successful effect of the operation effect is executed, or when the jackpot is determined by the reach effect, the big hit symbol is derived. Other than when it is displayed, it may be any time when the fanfare effect is started, when it is controlled to the big hit game state, when the big winning opening is controlled to the open state, etc.) It may be configured to execute two effects.
According to such a configuration, the rendering effect can be improved.

(Means 6) In any one of the means 1, the means 3, the means 4, and the means 5, as an advantageous state, at least a first advantageous state (for example, a big hit game state by a normal big hit) and an advantage degree than the first advantageous state Can be controlled to a high second advantage state (for example, a jackpot game state due to a probable big hit), and after being controlled to the second advantage state without being notified of the second advantage state, the second advantage state is controlled. A notification effect execution means (for example, a part where the effect control microcomputer 100 executes step S946) for executing an information effect (for example, successful promotion effect) for notifying that there is a certain effect, and the second effect execution means The second effect is executed when the second advantageous state is notified by (for example, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes step S925). . Promotion success of FIG 47 (A)) may be configured so.
According to such a configuration, a sense of expectation can be improved.

(Means 7) In any one of the means 3 to 6, the special effect execution means (for example, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes the step S8105) for executing the specific effect (for example, super reach) during the variable display. And the corresponding image display means is configured to change the display area of the corresponding image when the specific effect is being executed (for example, a portion where the effect control microcomputer 100 executes step S8107). You may.
According to such a configuration, attention can be paid to the specific effect.

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 which shows the example of a circuit structure 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 specific area and a hold storage buffer; It is a flowchart which shows the presentation process at the time of a winning. 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. FIG. 4 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a configuration example of process data. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a promotion effect execution determination table. 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 a flowchart which shows a big hit display process. It is a flowchart which shows a process during a round. It is a flowchart which shows post-round processing. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit end production process. It is a time chart which shows the state of the 1st character and the 2nd character. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of operation | movement of a 1st character and a 2nd character. It is a time chart which shows the state of the accessory in the case of performing a plurality of effects using the same accessory.

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 which is 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 these components (a (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.

  In the upper right part of the display screen of the effect display device 9, there are provided fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d for displaying a fourth symbol next to the effect symbol and a special symbol and a normal symbol described later. In this embodiment, a fourth symbol display area 9c for a first special symbol, in which a fourth symbol for a first special symbol is displayed in synchronization with a variable display of a first special symbol, which will be described later, A fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol is provided in which the variable display of the fourth symbol for the second special symbol is performed in synchronization with the variable symbol display of the special symbol.

  In this embodiment, the effect design change display is executed in synchronization with the special design change display (exactly, however, the effect design change display is changed on the effect control microcomputer 100 side). It is performed by measuring the fluctuation time recognized based on the pattern command.) When performing an effect using the effect display device 9, for example, the effect contents including the change display of the effect symbol disappear from the screen for a moment. The production mode has been diversified, for example, the production is performed, and the production is performed such that the movable object blocks all or a part of the screen. For this reason, even if the user is looking at the display screen on the effect display device 9, it may be difficult to recognize whether or not the current state is in the variable display state. Therefore, in this embodiment, by performing the variable display of the fourth symbol on a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9, the state of the fourth symbol is checked to determine whether the current state is the variable display. Whether or not it is possible to recognize it. Note that the fourth symbol is constantly displayed in a variably manner with a fixed operation, and does not disappear from the screen or is shielded by a shield, so that it can always be visually recognized.

  The fourth symbol for the first special symbol and the fourth symbol for the second special symbol may be collectively referred to as a fourth symbol, and the fourth symbol display area 9c for the first special symbol and the second special symbol are sometimes referred to as the fourth symbol. The fourth symbol display area 9d for symbols may be collectively referred to as a fourth symbol display area.

  The fluctuation (variable display) of the fourth symbol is realized by continuing the state in which the fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d are repeatedly turned on and off at predetermined time intervals with a predetermined display color (for example, blue). . The variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the variable display of the fourth symbol for the first special symbol in the fourth symbol display area 9c for the first special symbol are synchronized. The variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b and the variable display of the fourth symbol for the second special symbol in the fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol are synchronized. Synchronous means that the variable display starts and ends at the same time and the variable display period is the same.

  Further, when the big hit symbol is definitely displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, a display color (a display color different from the color loss, for example, a color loss) in the fourth symbol display area 9c for the first special symbol. In some cases, the color is displayed in blue, but in the case of a big hit, it is displayed in red, and the display color may be changed according to the type of the big hit (whether a variable hit or a normal big hit). The display color may be changed depending on whether or not a big hit (for example, a big hit other than a sudden change big hit) in which a game ball can be expected to be hit into a big winning port. If controllable, the display color may be changed according to the number of rounds to be continued in the big hit game, and the number of rounds for each big hit is the same as in this embodiment. Even if there is, for example, the opening time of the special winning opening per round is short (for example, 1 second), and a big hit in which it is virtually impossible to expect a game ball to enter the special winning opening, If the opening time is long (for example, 30 seconds) and there is a jackpot at which a game ball can be expected to substantially enter the special winning opening, whether or not a game ball can be expected to substantially enter the special winning opening is determined. In addition, for example, by changing the number of times the large winning opening is opened in one round, it is possible to substantially expect a game ball to be awarded to the large winning opening by changing the number of times the large winning opening is opened per round. Even when there is an unsuccessful jackpot, the display color may be changed depending on whether or not it is possible to substantially expect a game ball to enter the special winning opening.

  Further, when the big hit symbol is definitely displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, a display color (a display color different from a loss, for example, a loss) in the fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol. In some cases, the color is displayed in blue, but in the case of a big hit, it is displayed in red, and the display color may be changed according to the type of the big hit (whether a variable hit or a normal big hit). The display color may be changed depending on whether or not a big hit (for example, a big hit other than a sudden change big hit) in which a game ball can be expected to be hit into a big winning port. If controllable, the display color may be changed according to the number of rounds to be continued in the big hit game, and the number of rounds for each big hit is the same as in this embodiment. Even if there is, for example, the opening time of the special winning opening per round is short (for example, 1 second), and a big hit in which it is virtually impossible to expect a game ball to enter the special winning opening, If the opening time is long (for example, 30 seconds) and there is a jackpot at which a game ball can be expected to substantially enter the special winning opening, whether or not a game ball can be expected to substantially enter the special winning opening is determined. In addition, for example, by changing the number of times the large winning opening is opened in one round, it is possible to substantially expect a game ball to be awarded to the large winning opening by changing the number of times the large winning opening is opened per round. Even when there is an unsuccessful jackpot, the display color may be changed depending on whether or not it is possible to substantially expect a game ball to enter the special winning opening.

  The display colors of the fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d when the lights are turned off are different from the background images (for example, black) in order to prevent the assimilation with the background image from disappearing when the lights are turned off. Desirably.

  In addition, in this embodiment, the case where the fourth symbol display area is provided in a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is shown, but a light emitter such as a lamp or an LED is used separately from the effect display device 9. To realize the fourth symbol display area. In this case, for example, the variation (variable display) of the fourth symbol may be realized by continuing the state in which the two LEDs are alternately turned on, and any one of the two LEDs is determined. Depending on whether or not the big hit symbol is displayed, it may be displayed whether or not the big hit symbol is definitely displayed.

  Further, in this embodiment, a case is shown in which separate fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d are provided corresponding to the first special symbol and the second special symbol, respectively. However, the first special symbol and the second special symbol are provided. A fourth symbol display area common to the symbol may be provided in a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9. Further, a fourth symbol display area common to the first special symbol and the second special symbol may be realized by using a light-emitting body such as a lamp or an LED. In this case, when the variation display of the fourth symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol, and when the variation display of the fourth symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the second special symbol, For example, by performing a display in which display of different display colors is repeatedly turned on and off at predetermined time intervals, the variable display of the fourth symbol may be executed separately. In addition, when the variation display of the fourth symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol, and when the variation display of the fourth symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the second special symbol, for example, Alternatively, by performing a display in which lighting and extinguishing are repeated at different time intervals, the variable display of the fourth symbol may be executed separately. Also, for example, the same big hit symbol is used when deriving and displaying a stop symbol corresponding to the variable display of the first special symbol and when deriving and displaying a stop symbol corresponding to the variable display of the second special symbol. Alternatively, the stop symbols in different modes may be fixedly displayed.

  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.

  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.

  Further, in this embodiment, when a game ball wins in the first starting winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14, a predetermined number (for example, three) of winning balls are paid out to the player. The number of prize balls to be paid out to the player may be different between when the game ball has won the first start winning port 13 and when the game ball has won the second start winning port 14. . For example, one prize ball may be paid out to a player when a game ball wins in the first starting winning port 13. In the case where the number of prize balls is reduced for one prize in this way, instead, it is possible to configure so that game balls can easily enter the first starting prize port 13. In other words, although the number of prize balls paid out by one winning is reduced, the player can enjoy the game because the change display of the first special symbol is easily performed. However, in this case, the expected winning value of the prize ball in the extended game is equal to or less than a predetermined value (for example, 6400), and the big hit probability that the display result of the variable display of the special symbol is a big hit is a predetermined value (for example, , 1/260). Note that, during the extended play, for example, during the period from the start of the big hit game until the control to the normal state after the big hit game, until the probability change state controlled after the big hit game is started after the big hit game ends ( The period (until the control of the time-saving state or the normal state is started) or the period from the start of the big hit game to the end of the controlled state or the time-saving state controlled after the big hit game (the control of the normal state is started). Until that time). In addition, that the jackpot probability is less than a predetermined value (for example, 1/260) means that the jackpot probability is higher than when the jackpot probability is a predetermined value (for example, 1/100 ratio). Big hit.)

  Also, when a game ball wins in the second starting winning opening 14, one prize ball may be paid out to the player. However, also in this case, it is desirable that the expected winning value of the prize ball in the extended game and the jackpot probability at which the display result of the variable display of the special symbol becomes a jackpot are appropriately adjusted.

  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.

  Further, at the lower part of the display screen of the effect display device 9, an area (total storage storage display unit) 18c for displaying the total number (total suspension storage number), which is the sum of the first and second suspension storage numbers, is provided. Is provided. In this embodiment, since the total storage storage display unit 18c for displaying the total number is provided, it is possible to easily grasp the total number of satisfied execution conditions in which the start condition of the variable display is not satisfied. . It should be noted that, instead of the total reserved storage number display section 18c, a first reserved storage display section for displaying the first reserved storage number and a second reserved storage display section for displaying the second reserved storage number are provided. You may.

  Note that, in this embodiment, a case is shown in which the combined hold storage display section 18c displays the hold display corresponding to the first hold storage or the hold display corresponding to the second hold storage without distinction. However, the display may be distinguishable between a hold display corresponding to the first hold storage and a hold display corresponding to the second hold storage. For example, in the present embodiment, when the hold display is displayed in the normal display mode, the hold display corresponding to the first hold storage or the hold display corresponding to the second hold storage is uniformly determined without distinction. A case where a blue round display is displayed (however, when a hold notice effect described later is executed, a red doll display is displayed as a special display mode) is shown, but a hold display corresponding to the first hold storage is shown. May be displayed in a blue circle display, while the hold display corresponding to the second hold storage is displayed in a black circle display so as to be distinguishable. Further, for example, the hold display corresponding to the first hold storage and the hold display corresponding to the second hold storage may have different shapes of the hold display.

  In addition, an active display unit 18d is provided at the lower part of the display screen of the effect display device 9 in addition to the sum pending storage display unit 18c. In this embodiment, an active display corresponding to the active variable display is displayed on the active display section 18d. Note that the active display is displayed in a plurality of types of display modes (for example, a normal display mode and a special display mode), and depending on which display mode is used, the degree of expectation that the display result of the variable display is a big hit differs. May be configured.

  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 star shape configured to be movable in a downward direction (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). Is provided. The first accessory 201 is provided by the first accessory solenoid 127 (see FIG. 3), and the effect position is downward from the normal position at the center of the upper part of the effect display device 9 shown in FIG. 1 (see FIG. 48 (C1)). Is changed from the standby state to the effect state.

  On the left and right sides of the effect display device 9 in the game board 6, there are provided a bar-shaped second character 202 a and a second character 202 b configured to be extendable from the game board 6 in the player direction. ing. The second accessory 202a and the second accessory 202b are extended from the state shown in FIG. 1 (see FIG. 48 (B1)) toward the player by the second accessory solenoid 128 (see FIG. 3) (see FIG. 48 (B1)). 48 (C1), 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 device 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 game 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, if 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 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 the 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 fluctuation time (variable display period) of the ordinary symbol on the ordinary symbol display 10 is shortened, the normal symbol 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 control operations 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 may have at least the RAM 56 in addition to the CPU 56, and the ROM 54 may be external or internal. Further, the I / O port unit 57 may be externally attached. The game control microcomputer 560 further includes a built-in random number circuit 503 for generating hardware random numbers (random numbers generated by hardware circuits).

  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 according to the control state of the game control means is data necessary for restoring the control state before the occurrence of a power failure or the like based on the data when the power is restored after a power failure or the like. In addition, data corresponding to the control state and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are defined as data indicating a progress state of the game. 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 random timing. Based on the fact that the winning time is when the numerical data is read (extracted), the digital camera has a random number generation function in which the read numerical data 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.

  In addition, 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 the speaker 27 via the audio output board 70. Control of the sound output.

  The effect control means includes a trigger sensor 125 and a tilt direction sensor unit 123 included in the stick controller 122, a motor 126 for the vibrator, a push sensor 124 included in the push button 120, a solenoid 127 for the first accessory, and a Although it is also connected to the second accessory solenoid 128 (see FIG. 3), it is not shown 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 developing 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 also controls, via the output port 105, a solenoid 127 for the first accessory that operates the first accessory 201 and a solenoid 128 for the second accessory that operates the second accessories 202a and 202b. Drive.

  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 the generated voice or sound effect 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 voice output mode in a predetermined effect period (for example, a change period of effect symbols) in a time-series manner.

  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) as built-in devices (built-in peripheral circuits)) (step S4), the RAM can be accessed. (Step S5). In the interrupt mode 2, the 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 is a mode indicating 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).

  When 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 processing at the time of power supply stop has been performed, the CPU 56 checks 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 is restored after an unexpected power outage or other power supply interruption, 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 when the power supply is stopped. 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 in 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 restoration designation command as an initialization command at the time of restoration of power supply (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 described later is also stored in the backup RAM, the CPU 56 also 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 the reception of 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 determination 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 is restored, the special symbol process processing is restarted from the process corresponding 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 fluctuation, and a display result designation command is transmitted. It may be determined that it is not inside 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 a 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. 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 a 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 503 (step S14). The CPU 56 makes settings for causing the random number circuit 503 to update the value of the random R, for example, by executing processing according to a random number circuit setting program.

  Then, in step S15, the CPU 56 sets a register of a 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 a sudden change big hit, the reach is not suddenly made but a sudden change big hit symbol (for example, “135”). May be fixedly displayed). 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 the 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, 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 these 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 update 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 updating process, display random number updating 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 according to 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.

  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 big hit information, start information, and probability fluctuation 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 the detection of a winning based on the turning-on of one of the first starting port switch 13a, the second starting port switch 14a, and the count switch 23, the payout control microcircuit 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 of 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.

  If the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the effect display device 9 display a definite symbol, 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 definitely 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.

  If the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the effect display device 9 display the definite symbol, 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 eventually become a big hit symbol may be definitely 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 fixedly 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 is in the reach state. Finally, the effect symbols are finally displayed together in the symbol display areas 9L, 9C, 9R of "left", "middle", and "right" on the effect display device 9 (however, in case of sudden change big hit). In some cases, a certainty variable jackpot symbol (for example, “135”) is suddenly confirmed and displayed without reaching the reach.

  When the small hit “5” is fixedly displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b, the variable display mode of the effect symbol in the effect display device 9 is “suddenly probable big hit”. After the effect symbols are variably displayed in the same manner as in the case of, a predetermined small hit symbol (the same symbol as the suddenly changing big hit symbol, for example, “135”) may be definitely displayed. The display effect in the effect display device 9 corresponding to the small hit symbol “5” being fixedly displayed 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 permitted up to a smaller number of times of opening of the special winning opening compared to 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 big hit and a big hit that shifts the game state after the big hit 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.

  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, among the fluctuation patterns corresponding to the case of "non-reach", the non-reach PA1-2 is a fluctuation pattern of a shortened fluctuation with a fluctuation time of 3.5 seconds. In addition, as shown in FIG. 6, the fluctuation pattern of the non-reach PA1-4 that is used in the case where no reach is performed and involves 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 depending on the total number of storages held. For example, even in the case where 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. When performing the fluctuation display of the two special symbols, the fluctuation time may be varied 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 big hit, sudden probable big hit described later) (for big hit type determination)
(2) Random 2 (MR2): Determine the type (type) of the variation pattern (for determining variation pattern type)
(3) Random 3 (MR3): Determine fluctuation pattern (fluctuation time) (for fluctuation 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 the presence or absence of a specific effect such as a pseudo-run or a sliding effect.

  In this embodiment, as will be described later, in the case of a normal big hit or a probable big hit, a normal CA3-1 which is a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern including only a normal reach, and a fluctuation including 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 non-reach fluctuation pattern 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 loss, a non-reach CA 2-1 which is a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern without a reach or a specific effect, and a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern without a reach but with a specific effect. The non-reach CA 2-2, the non-reach CA 2-3 which is a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern of shortened fluctuation without a reach or a specific effect, and the normal CA 2-4 which is a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern which includes only a normal reach. And a normal CA2-5 which is a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern with a pseudo reach of two times of normal reach and re-variation, and a normal CA2 which is a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern with a pseudo reach of normal reach and one re-performation -6 and Super CA2-7, which is a variation pattern type with super reach Are the type divided into.

  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). Note that random numbers other than the above-described random numbers 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 collection 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 and a time saving state (that is, a gaming 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 game state is shifted to the certain change state, the variable display of the second special symbol is mainly executed. Even if the gaming 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.

  The CPU 56 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 503 at a predetermined time and sets the extracted value as the value of the random number (random R) for jackpot determination. The random number value for jackpot determination 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 a small hit is to be made for the special symbol. 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 game state, but to determine whether to stop the symbol in the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b. It is also to decide whether to make a big hit symbol. Determining whether or not to make a small hit means determining whether or not to shift to the small hitting game state, but the stop in the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b. 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 the first special symbol change display is executed, the second starting winning opening 14 is started and the second special symbol is displayed. Compared with the case where the variable display is executed, the ratio of being 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, five determination values are assigned to “suddenly probable big hit” in the big hit type determination table 131a (40 minutes). In contrast, one determination value is assigned to “suddenly probable big hit” in the big hit type determination table 131b (ratio of 1/40). 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 8 (E), a sudden probability change big hit as a first specific game state in which a predetermined amount of game value is provided, and an amount larger than the game value. In some cases, a 15-round normal big hit or a probable big hit is determined as a second specific game state for providing a game value, and the first specific game state is increased at a high rate when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed. Is determined, but the game value to be provided is not limited to the number of rounds as described 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 a “normal jackpot”, a “probably large hit”, and a “suddenly variable 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 10R probability variable jackpot for controlling a 10 round jackpot game, a 7R probability variable jackpot for controlling a 7 round jackpot game, and a 5R probability variable jackpot for controlling a 5 round jackpot game. Further, in this embodiment, the case where the jackpot types are three types of “normal jackpot”, “probably variable jackpot” and “suddenly variable jackpot” is shown, but not limited to three types, for example, four or more types 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.

  “Normal jackpot” is a jackpot in which the game is controlled to a 15-round jackpot game state, and after the jackpot game state ends, shifts to only the time-saving state (see step S167 described later). Then, after the shift to the time saving state, when the variable display is completed a predetermined number of times (100 times in this embodiment), the time saving state ends (see steps S168 and S137 to S140). Note that even before the variable display has been completed a predetermined number of times, even if the next big hit has occurred, the time saving state is ended (see step S132).

  The “probable change big hit” is a big hit in which the game is controlled to the big hit game state of 15 rounds and is shifted to the certain change state after the end of the big hit game state. The process proceeds to steps S169 and S170 described later. Then, the probable change state and the time saving state continue until the next big hit occurs (see step S132).

  The “sudden probability big hit” means that the number of times of opening the special winning opening is smaller than that of “normal big hit” or “probable big hit” (in this embodiment, 0.1 second opening is twice). It is a big hit. In other words, when "suddenly changing probability big hit" is achieved, the state is controlled to the two round big hit gaming state. 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, the game is shifted to the probable change state after the sudden change big hit game state is terminated (in this embodiment, the game is shifted to the probable change state and also to the time saving state. Step S169, which will be described later) See S170). Then, the probable change state and the time saving state continue until the next big hit occurs (see step S132).

  The mode of the sudden change big hit is not limited to the one shown in this embodiment. For example, the number of times the special winning opening is opened may be set to 15 times (15 rounds), which is the same as a normal big hit or a sudden change big hit, and only the opening time of the special winning opening may be extremely short as 0.1 second.

  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. Then, 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 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. When all the big hit types are configured to be the probable big hits, the small hits need not be provided. In addition, in the case where a small hit is provided when all of the big hit types are probable big hits, a sudden probable big hit that is only shifted to the probable change state (high probability state) but not accompanied by a time saving state (high base state) is made. (It is preferable that the opening pattern of the special winning opening is also the same in the case of the sudden change big hit and the small hit).

  The jackpot type determination tables 131a and 131b are numerical values to be compared with the value of random 1, and correspond to “normal jackpot”, “probably large hit”, and “suddenly probable large hit”. ) 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 jackpot variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C selected according to the jackpot type, the assignment of the determination value to each variation pattern type differs depending on the jackpot type. Further, a determination value is assigned to a different variation pattern type according to the big hit type. Therefore, it is possible to determine different variation pattern types according to the result of determining which of the plurality of types is the jackpot type, and it is possible to vary the ratio determined for the same variation pattern type.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 9A and 9B, in the case of “normal big hit” or “probable changing big hit”, the value of the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type Is from 150 to 251, it can be understood 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 fluctuation pattern type with pseudo run (variable pattern type including the fluctuation pattern of super PA3-3 and super PA3-4) and the fluctuation pattern type without pseudo run (super PB3-3, super (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 referred to 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 the variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135C for loss. 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 pattern types based on a random number (random 2) for variation pattern type determination when it is determined that a variable display result is an outlier symbol. Is a table that is referenced to determine one of the following.

  Note that the example shown in FIG. 10 shows a case where separate variation pattern type determination tables 135B to 135C are used for the case where the gaming state is the probable change state or the time saving state and the case where the total number of stored suspensions 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 irrespective of the total number of pending storages. 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 values other than the total number of stored suspensions 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. 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 and a variation pattern in which at least the degree of expectation for a big hit is set to be high, such as a change pattern with a super reach, so that the player can have a sense of expectation for the big hit. 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.

  In each of the variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135B, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with a value of a random number (random 2) for variation pattern type determination, and non-reach CA2-1 to non-reach 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 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 specific effect such as the pseudo-run or the slide effect) is executed regardless 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. The “variable display pattern other than the reach variable display pattern” refers to, for example, a variable display result without a reach, without a specific effect such as a pseudo-run or a sliding effect, as described in this embodiment. Is a variable display pattern (fluctuation pattern) used when a large hit does not occur.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 9, the case where the common big hit variation pattern type determination table is used regardless of the current game state is shown. Or the normal state, a separately prepared large hit variation pattern type determination table 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 a specific effect such as a pseudo-run or a sliding 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 the fluctuation patterns not accompanied by the specific effect, and the special CA4-2 includes the special PG1-2 and the special PG It may be configured to include PG1-3 and special PG2-2.

  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 “outside”, the outlier variation pattern determination table 138A, based on the determination result of the variation pattern type, is based on the random number for variation pattern 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 FIGS. 13 and 14, the command 80XX (H) is an effect control command (variation pattern command) for designating a variation pattern of an effect symbol variably displayed on the effect display device 9 in response to the variable display of the special symbol. ) (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 (fluctuation) 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.

  The commands A001 and A002 (H) are display control commands for displaying a fanfare screen, that is, for starting a big hit game (big hit start specifying command: fanfare specifying command). In this embodiment, a big hit start specifying command or a small hit / suddenly variable big hit start specifying command is used depending on the type of big hit. More specifically, a big hit start designation command (A001 (H)) is used in the case of "normal big hit" or "probable change big hit", and in the case of "sudden positive change big hit" or "small hit", / A sudden change big hit start designation command (A002 (H)) is used. Note that the game control microcomputer 560 may be configured to transmit a fanfare designation command for sudden change big hit start designation in the case of a sudden big hit, but not to send a fanfare designation command in the case of a small hit. Good.

  The command A1XX (H) is an effect control command (specifying command during opening of the special winning opening) indicating that the special 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 command (A201 (H)) after opening the special winning opening that specifies round 1 is transmitted, and when ending the tenth round during the jackpot game. Transmits a special winning opening specification command (A30A (H)) for specifying the 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 specifying command: ending 1 specifying command). Note that the big hit end designation command (A301 (H)) is used when a big hit game based on “normal big hit” or “probable big hit” is ended. The command A302 (H) is an effect control command (small hit / sudden probability change big hit end designation command: ending 2 designation command) for designating the end of the small hit game or the sudden change big hit game. 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 game state is the normal state. The command B001 (H) is an effect control command for specifying background display when the gaming state is in the probable change state (probability change state background specification command). Command B002 (H) is an effect control command (a time-saving state background designation command) for designating background display when the gaming state is the time-saving state.

  The command C000 (H) is an effect control command (first start winning designation command) for designating that there is a first start winning. The command C100 (H) is an effect control command (second start winning designation command) for designating that there is a second start winning. In this embodiment, the first start winning designation command and the second start winning designation command may be collectively referred to as a start winning designation command.

  The command C2XX (H) is an effect control command (combined reserved storage number designation command) for designating the total number (the combined reserved storage number) that is the sum of the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number. “XX” in the command C2XX (H) indicates the total number of reserved storages. Command C300 (H) is an effect control command (subtraction total storage number subtraction designation command) for specifying that the total number of pending storages is to be subtracted by one. In this embodiment, the microcomputer 560 for game control transmits the command for specifying the total number of storages to be subtracted when subtracting the total number of stored storages. When subtracting the total number of reserved storages, a command for specifying the total number of reserved storages after subtraction may be transmitted.

  In this embodiment, a case is shown in which a command for specifying the total number of reserved storages is transmitted as a command for specifying the total number of reserved storages. May be configured to transmit a command designating the increased number of reserved storages. Specifically, when the first reserved storage increases, a first reserved storage number designation command for designating the first reserved storage number is transmitted, and when the second reserved storage increases, the second reserved storage number is designated. The second reserved storage number designation command may be transmitted.

  Further, in this embodiment, a start winning designation command for designating which one of the first starting winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 has won a start is transmitted as the hold storage information, Is transmitted, the effect control command transmitted as the pending storage information is not limited to the one described in the present embodiment. For example, when the number of reserved storages increases, the reserved storage number addition designation command (the first reserved storage number addition designation command or the second reserved storage number addition command) indicating that the first reserved storage number or the second reserved storage number has increased. While transmitting the designated command, while the reserved storage number decreases, the reserved storage number subtraction designation command (first reserved storage number subtraction command or A second reserved storage number subtraction designation command) may be transmitted.

  The command C4XX (H) and the command C6XX (H) are effect control commands (winning-time determination result designation command) indicating the content of the winning-time determination result. Among them, 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, among the winning determination results. 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 of the determination value ranges of the variation pattern type determination random number is included in the prize-winning determination results. (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 value ranges the value of the variation pattern type determination random number has. 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. In addition, 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 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. The value is set in the EXT data according to which of the determination values is determined to be 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. If 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 suspensions. Therefore, the effect control microcomputer 100 can recognize that the variation pattern type is at least the non-reach CA 2-1 based on the reception of the variation category 1 command. Next, when the value of the random number for determining a 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 fluctuation pattern type determination is 170 to 199, the CPU 56 transmits a fluctuation category 5 command in which EXT data is set to “04 (H)”. Next, when the value of the random number for fluctuation pattern type determination is 200 to 214, the CPU 56 transmits a fluctuation 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 “06 (H)” is set in the EXT data. 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. 10A and 10B. 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. The threshold value used for the 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 or the time reduction state and loses 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. For this reason, when executing the processing of step S232 of the processing of the prize-winning effect, which will be 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 variation pattern type determination random number 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. If the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is 1 to 100 (that is, if the variation pattern type is special CA4-1), the CPU 56 sets the variation category in which 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 made at the time of the start prize and when the fluctuation display is actually started, so the fluctuation indicated by the prize determination result designation command is not always the same. 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), there is no inconsistency between the winning determination result and the variation pattern type of the variation display actually executed. For this reason, in this embodiment, a hold announcement effect as a prefetch announcement effect described later is executed based on the result of a prize-winning determination that the variation pattern type is the non-reach CA2-1, super CA2-7, or super CA3-3. You. It should be noted that the fluctuation category commands shown in FIGS. 16 and 17 (specifically, the fluctuation category 1 command, Only the fluctuation category 8 command, the fluctuation category 23 command, and the fluctuation category 26 command) may be transmitted, and the fluctuation category command may not be transmitted in the case of the winning determination result of the other fluctuation pattern types. 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.

  Note that the "prefetch notice effect" is a notice effect that is executed before the start of the variable display targeted for the notice effect. In this embodiment, as will be described later, when the start winning prize is generated, if the execution of the hold notice effect, which is a kind of the look-ahead notice effect, is determined, the hold shift timing at the time when the next variable display is started is performed. The execution of the hold announcement effect for changing the display to a display mode different from the normal display mode is started. The effect of the look-ahead notice effect is not limited to the one described in the present embodiment. Various modes are possible, such as performing an effect of changing the background screen over a plurality of changes, or executing an effect of counting down over a plurality of changes.

  The effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) mounted on the effect control board 80 receives the above-described effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560 mounted on the main board 31. Then, the display state of the effect display device 9 is changed according to the contents shown in FIGS. 13 and 14, the display state of the lamp is changed, or the 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 two-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. The effect display 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 indicator 8b, and the effect is performed 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 ready to start the variable display of the special symbol, the microcomputer 560 checks the number of stored 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, the variation pattern is determined, and the variation time (variable display time: the time from when the variable display is started until the display result is derived and displayed (fixed display)) in the variation pattern is defined as the variation time of the variable display of the special symbol. Decide to do. In addition, control is performed to transmit a variation pattern command corresponding to the determined variation pattern to the effect control microcomputer 100, and a variation time timer for measuring the variation 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 elapses (the fluctuation time timer set in step S301 times out, that is, the value of the fluctuation time timer becomes 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. If 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 special symbol process flag having a value of 4, the special symbol display control for confirming and displaying the special symbol stop symbol in the special symbol display control process will be described later. The data is set in the output buffer for setting the 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 confirmed 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 of the special winning opening opening designation command, a different special winning opening opening designation command is transmitted for each round. 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. The control for making the effect control microcomputer 100 perform display control for notifying the player that the big hit gaming state has ended is performed. 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. 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. The control for making the effect control microcomputer 100 perform display control for notifying the player that the small hitting game state has ended is performed. 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, 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 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 value, the process ends.

  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). Further, the CPU 56 corresponds to the value of the total reserved storage number counter in the reserved storage specific information storage area (reserved specific area) for storing the order of winning into the first start winning opening 13 and the second start winning opening 14. Data indicating “first” is set in the area (step S1214A).

  In this embodiment, when the first starting port switch 13a is turned on (that is, when a game ball starts to win in the first starting winning port 13), data indicating "first" is set, When the second starting port switch 14a is turned on (that is, when a game ball starts to win in the second starting winning port 14), data indicating "second" is set. For example, the CPU 56 sets 01 (H) as data indicating “first” when the first startup port switch 13 a is turned on in the hold storage specifying information storage area (hold hold specific area), When the second starting port switch 14a is turned on, 02 (H) is set as data indicating "second". In this case, if there is no corresponding pending storage, 00 (H) is set in the pending storage specifying information storage area (pending specific area).

  FIG. 21A is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a reserved storage specific information storage area (reserved specific area). As shown in FIG. 21A, an area corresponding to the maximum value (8 in this example) of the value of the total pending storage number counter is secured in the reserved specific area. FIG. 21A shows an example in which the value of the total pending storage number counter is 5. As shown in FIG. 21A, an area corresponding to the maximum value (8 in this example) of the value of the total pending storage counter is secured in the reserved specific area, and the first start winning opening 13 or the second designated winning port 13 is reserved. Based on the winning in the second starting winning port 14, data indicating "first" or "second" in the winning order is set. Therefore, the order of winning the first start winning port 13 and the second starting winning port 14 is stored in the hold specific information storage area (hold specific area). The reserved specific area is formed in the RAM 55.

  Next, the CPU 56 executes a process of extracting values from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating software random numbers and storing them in a storage area in the first hold storage buffer (see FIG. 21B) (see FIG. 21B). Step S1215A). In the process of step S1215A, the random R (hard hit determination random number) which is a hardware random number, the jackpot type determination random number (random 1) which is a software random number, the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and the variation pattern A random number for determination (random 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. Note that the variation pattern determination random number (random 3) is not extracted and stored in the storage area in advance in the first opening opening switch passage process (at the time of starting winning), but is extracted at the start of the variation of the first 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.

  FIG. 21B is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of an area (hold storage buffer) for storing random numbers and the like corresponding to hold storage. As shown in FIG. 21B, 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.

  Next, the CPU 56 executes a prize-winning effect process in which the fluctuation display result and the fluctuation pattern type when the fluctuation based on the detected start prize is subsequently executed are determined at the time of the start prize (step S1216A). 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 process (step S1217A), and transmits the variable category command to the effect control microcomputer 100. The control is performed (step S1218A). In addition, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the first start winning designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1219A), and sets the value of the total pending storage number counter to EXT data to set the total pending storage number specifying command. Is transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1220A).

  In this embodiment, by executing the processing of steps S1217A and S1218A, the CPU 56 always enters the first starting winning opening 13 and executes the winning effect processing of step S1216A. Both the command and the fluctuation category command are transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100.

  Further, in this embodiment, by executing the processing of steps S1217A 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 S1216A is executed. A set of four commands, that is, a command, a fluctuation category command, a first start winning designation command, and a total pending storage number designation command, is transmitted collectively within one timer interrupt.

  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 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 value, the process 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 combined reserved storage number counter for counting the total reserved storage number. Is incremented by 1 (step S1213B). In addition, the CPU 56 sets data indicating “second” in an area corresponding to the value of the total pending storage number counter in the pending storage specifying information storage area (reservation specifying area) (step S1214B).

  Next, the CPU 56 executes a process of extracting values from the random number circuit 503 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 S1215B). In the process of step S1215B, a random R (a random number for determining a big hit) which is a hardware random number, a random number for determining a big hit type (random 1) which is a software random number, a random number for determining a fluctuation pattern type (random 2), and a fluctuation 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 S1216B). Then, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the symbol designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 based on the determination result of the winning effect effect processing (step S1217B), and transmits the variable category command to the effect control microcomputer 100. The control is performed (step S1218B). In addition, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the second start winning designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1219B), and sets the value of the total pending storage number counter to EXT data to set the total pending storage number designation command. Is transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1220B).

  In this embodiment, by executing the processing of steps S1217B and S1218B, the CPU 56 always enters the second starting winning port 14 and executes the winning effect processing of step S1216B. 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 S1217B to S1220B, a symbol is designated when a winning effect is generated in the second starting winning port 14 and the winning effect processing of step S1216B is executed. A set of four commands, a command, a fluctuation category command, a second start winning designation command, and a total pending storage number designation command, is transmitted collectively within one timer interrupt.

  FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing the prize-winning effect processing of steps S1216A and S1216B. In the prize-winning effect processing, the CPU 56 first compares the random number (random R) for jackpot determination extracted in steps S1215A and S1215B 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 a special symbol normal process to be described later, a big hit type is determined, and the variation pattern is set in the variation pattern setting process. In addition, 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 variation display based on the starting winning is started, By executing the prize-winning effect processing, it is confirmed in advance whether a big hit or a small hit or not, and which judgment value range of the random number for judging the type of the big hit and the variation pattern type is determined. By doing so, the fluctuation display result and the fluctuation pattern type are predicted in advance before the fluctuation display of the effect symbol is executed, and as described later, the microcomputer for effect control based on the determination result at the time of winning. 100 executes a hold announcement effect for announcing that a big hit or a super reach will be made during the change display of the effect symbol.

  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 gaming state is in the high probability state (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 S1215A and S1215B 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 that the winning change is made 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 is made at the time of the start winning and the time when the change display based on the start winning is actually started (for example, the start of the change). If a probability variable hit or a sudden probability change occurs before, the normal state is changed to the variable 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 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 on the 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 S1215A and S1215B with FIG. ) And (C) are compared with each other to check whether 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 S1216A 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 S1216B), the small hit determination table (for the second special symbol) shown in FIG. 8C. It is determined whether or not it matches the small hit determination value set in (1).

  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 attained at the time of the start winning prize, and before the fluctuation display based on the starting prize is started. Variable display may be performed. For this reason, the game state changes between the time the start winning prize is confirmed in step S225 and whether or not the time saving state has been 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 the start winning is not always the same as the gaming state determined at the start of the change (see step S61 described later). 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 on the 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 determination program for performing a threshold determination in advance is incorporated, and by determining whether or not the value is larger than the threshold, the value of the random number for variation pattern type determination falls in any of the determination value ranges. 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 probable change 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 random number for determining a variation pattern type is equal to or less than the threshold value 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 smaller 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 variation pattern type determination random number is equal to or less than a threshold value 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 it is equal to or smaller than 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 it is equal to or smaller than the threshold value 199 (that is, if it 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 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, but conversely, 229, 214, 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.

  The threshold value in the normal state may be always set without performing the determination of the game state in step S225. Even with such a configuration, since the range of the determination value is at least common for the variation pattern type of “non-reach loss” and the variation pattern type of “super-reach loss”, It can be determined whether or not "out of reach" or "out of super reach" occurs.

  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 designating 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 and determines that the value of the variation pattern type determination random number is equal to or smaller than the threshold 251 (1 to 251) in step S232 described later. 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 S1215A and S1215B. Is determined (step S229). 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 S1216A is executed), 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 S1216B), the big hit type determination table (for the second special symbol) shown in FIG. Using 131b, it is determined whether the jackpot type is “normal jackpot”, “probably large hit”, or “sudden probability big hit”.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs a process of setting the EXT data according to the jackpot type determination result in the symbol designating 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" in the symbol designating command. If it is determined that the "big hit" is reached, the CPU 56 sets the EXT data "02 (H)" indicating the "big hit" in the symbol designating command. Further, when it is determined that the "sudden probability big hit" is reached, the CPU 56 performs a process of setting the EXT data "03 (H)" indicating the "sudden probability big hit" to the symbol designation command.

  Then, the CPU 56 sets each big hit threshold value according to 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 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 variation pattern type determination random number 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 less than or equal to 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).

  Further, for example, when the CPU 56 determines that “suddenly variable 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 variation pattern type determination random number 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 the threshold value is not less than 100 (that is, 101 to 251), it is determined that “17 (H)” is set 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 random number for randomizing pattern type determination (random 2) extracted in steps S1215A and S1215B to determine which of the random number for randomizing pattern type determination. 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 value, a variation pattern type determination table (see FIGS. 9 and 10) is set. Using the determination table, the range of the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type and the type of the variation pattern 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 “09 (H)”, “10 (H)” and “10 (H)” as shown in FIG. 16 and FIG. (H) ”to“ 18 (H) ”are set in the EXT data of the variable category command.

  Note that, in this embodiment, a case has been described 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 change category command comprehensively indicating that the change pattern type is a big hit or a small hit may be transmitted. . And, for example, the effect control microcomputer 100 does not specifically indicate which variation pattern type is used, but the variation that is comprehensively indicated as one of the jackpot variation pattern types is shown. On the basis of the reception of the category command, a hold announcement effect described later may be executed.

  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 checks 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 sum reserved storage number is 0, if the customer wait demonstration designation command has not been transmitted yet, control is performed to transmit the customer wait demonstration designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S51A), and the processing is performed. finish. Note that, for example, upon transmitting the customer waiting demonstration designation command in step S51A, the CPU 56 sets a customer waiting demonstration designation command transmitted flag indicating that the customer waiting demonstration designation command has been transmitted. When the special symbol normal processing is executed after the next timer interrupt after the customer waiting demonstration designation command is transmitted, 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 change display is started.

  If the total reserved storage number is not 0, the CPU 56 checks whether the first data among the data set in the reserved specific area (see FIG. 21A) is the data indicating “first”. (Step S52). When the first data set in the reserved specific area is not the data indicating “first” (that is, the data indicating “second”) (N in step S52), the CPU 56 sets the special symbol pointer (No. Data indicating "second" is set in a flag indicating whether the special symbol process processing is performed for one special symbol or the special symbol process processing is performed for the second special symbol (step S53). If the first data set in the reserved specific area is data indicating "first" (Y in step S52), the CPU 56 sets data indicating "first" in the special symbol pointer (step S54). ).

  By executing the processing of steps S52 to S54, in this embodiment, the variation of the first special symbol in accordance with the starting winning order in which the game balls have won the first starting winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 in this embodiment. The display or the change display of the second special symbol is executed. In this embodiment, the first special symbol variation display or the second special symbol variation display is executed in accordance with the start winning order in which the game balls have won the first start winning opening 13 and the second start winning opening 14. Although a case is shown in which the first special symbol and the second special symbol are displayed, the variable display may be performed with priority. In this case, for example, when the state is shifted to the high base state, it is easy to start the winning in the second starting winning opening 14 provided with the variable winning ball device 15 and the second reserved memory is easily accumulated. The change display of the special symbol may be executed with priority.

  In the case where the change display of the second special symbol is executed with priority as described above, it is not necessary to store the winning order. The area (reserved specific area) becomes unnecessary.

  Further, as described above, in the case where the variable display of the second special symbol is configured to be executed with priority, if the gaming state is a time-saving state (high base state) or a big hit gaming state, The winning determination (read-ahead determination) is not performed for the start winning in the first starting winning opening 13, and the winning determination (read-ahead determination) is performed for the starting winning in the first starting winning opening 13 only during the low base state. ) Is desirable. More specifically, in step S1215A in the first start-up opening switch passing processing shown in FIG. ) And whether or not a big hit game is being played (specifically, whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 5 or more). What is necessary is just to skip the processing of S1216A to S1218B and shift to step S1219A. By doing so, it is possible to prevent a situation in which the hold announcement effect for the first hold memory is executed even though the variation display of the second special symbol is almost executed during the time saving state (high base state). However, it is possible to prevent the large hits existing in the first holding memory from being stocked, and to enable the aiming of the big hits even with the fluctuation display of the second special symbol, thereby preventing the ambition from being unnecessarily fueled. be able to.

  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 determines that 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 one and shifts the contents of each storage area (step S56). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the count value of the first reserved storage number counter, 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 stores the first reserved storage number in the storage area corresponding to the first reserved storage number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the first reserved storage buffer of the RAM 55. Each of the stored random numbers is stored in a storage area corresponding to the first reserved storage number = 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 number of storage = n-1. Further, 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 second reserved storages) = 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 coincides with 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 of transmitting 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. Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a time-saving state background designation command when only the time-saving flag indicating the time-saving state is set and the probability variable flag is not set. 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.

  Specifically, when transmitting the effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100, the CPU 56 sets an address of a command transmission table (preset in the ROM for each command) 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 special symbol starts to change, for each timer interrupt, the background control command, the change pattern command, the display result specifying command, and the total pending storage number subtraction specifying command are set in this order. This will be transmitted to the computer 100. Specifically, when changing the special symbol, a background designating command is transmitted first, a fluctuation pattern command is transmitted after a lapse of 4 ms, a display result specifying command is further transmitted after a lapse of 4 ms, and after a lapse of 4 ms. A command for designating the subtraction of the total number of storages held 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 start 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 whether or not a large hit has been extracted in step S1215A of the first starting port switch passing process or step S1215B of the second starting port switch passing process and stored in the first holding buffer or the second holding 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 deciding to determine a big hit or a small hit if 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.

  The big hit determination process is configured such that the probability of a big hit is higher when the gaming state is in the probable change state than in the non-probable change state (normal state or time saving state). More specifically, a large-hit-judgment-judgment table (a table in the ROM 54 in which a numerical value on the right side of FIG. 8A is set in the ROM 54) in which a large number of big-hit determination values are set in advance, There is provided a normal-time jackpot determination table (a table in the ROM 54 in which numerical values on the left side in FIG. 8A are set) which are set to be smaller than the time-and-big hit determination table. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the gaming state is the probable change state. When the gaming state is 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 game state is normally set. 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 any one of the jackpot determination values shown in FIG. 8A, the CPU 56 determines that the special symbol is to be a jackpot. 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 gaming 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 probable change flag is set when the game state is shifted to the probable change state, and is reset when the probable change state ends. Specifically, it is determined to be “probably variable jackpot” or “suddenly variable jackpot”, and is set in the process of ending the jackpot game. Then, after the big hit game ends, 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 to be a small hit. In this case, the CPU 56 checks the data indicated by the special symbol pointer. 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 made (step S62), the CPU 56 sets a small hit flag indicating that the small hit is made (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 big hit type determination table 131a for the first special symbol 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.

  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 changed big hit") is determined as the type of big hit (step S73). In this case, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type extracted in step S1215A of the first starting port switch passing process and step S1215B of the second starting port switch passing process and stored in advance in the first hold storage buffer or the second hold storage buffer. Read the random number for use and determine the type of jackpot. Further, 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. The probability that sudden change big hits are suddenly selected is high.

  Further, the CPU 56 sets the data indicating the determined big hit type in the big hit 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, When 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. When the big hit flag is set, one of the big hit symbols “1”, “3”, and “7” is determined as the special symbol stop symbol according to the result of the determination of the big hit type. In other words, if the jackpot type is determined to be "Suddenly probable big hit", "1" is determined to be the special symbol stop symbol, and if it is determined to be "Normal big hit", "3" is determined to be the special symbol stop symbol. However, if 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 stop symbol of the special 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 is described. The present invention is not limited to the embodiment. 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 jackpot type determination random number, and a 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). If the big hit flag is set, the CPU 56 determines the change pattern type for the big hit as a table used to determine the change pattern type to any one of the plurality of types, as shown in FIG. ) 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). If the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 determines that the variation pattern type is one of a plurality of types, as a 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). Note that the time reduction flag is set when the game state is shifted to the certain change state or the time reduction state, and is reset when the time reduction state ends. Specifically, when it is determined to be "normal big hit", the time saving flag is set in the process of ending the big hit game. Also, when the variable display of a predetermined number of times (100 times in this embodiment) is completed after the big hit game ends, the reset is performed. It should be noted that the time-saving flag is reset even before the change display of the predetermined number of times is completed, even when the next big hit occurs. If it is determined to be a "probably large hit" or "suddenly variable big hit", the probability change flag and the time reduction flag are set in the process of ending the big hit game. Then, when the next big hit occurs, the time reduction flag is reset together with the probability change flag.

  If the time saving flag is not set (N in step S95), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the total number of reserved storages is 3 or more (step S96). If the total number of pending storages is less than 3 (N in step S96), the CPU 56 determines that the variation pattern type is one of a plurality of types, as the table used to determine the variation pattern type for a loss 135A ( 10 (A) is selected (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 saving flag is set (Y in step S95), that is, if the gaming state is in the probable change state or the time saving state (in this embodiment, when the game state is shifted to the probable change state, the time saving state is always set) (See steps S169 and S170), and if the determination in step S95 is Y, the CPU 56 may be in the probable change state or may be controlled only in the time saving state. Is selected as a table to be used for deciding one of a plurality of types (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 retained 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 loss 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 fluctuation 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 a probable change state or a time saving state, when the total number of reserved storages is almost 0 (for example, 0 or 0 or 1). May not display the fluctuation display of the shortened fluctuation. 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, based on the result of the determination of the variation pattern type in step S100, the CPU 56 determines whether the variation pattern is one of a plurality of types, 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). In addition, the random number 3 (the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern) is read from the random number buffer area (the first storage buffer or the second storage buffer), and the fluctuation pattern is determined by referring to the fluctuation 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 prize, the CPU 56 sets the random number counter for the fluctuation pattern determination for generating the random number for the fluctuation pattern determination (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 to be 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 variation pattern types of normal CA2-4 to normal CA2-6 and super CA2-7) shown in FIG. 1 and prepare one of the variation pattern type determination tables based on the reach determination result. Alternatively, the variation pattern type may be determined.

  Also, when determining whether or not to reach by the lottery process using the random number for reach determination, the reach of the reach is determined in accordance with the total number of reserved storages (the number of first reserved storages or the number of second reserved storages). A reach determination table having a different selection ratio 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 the vehicle may be reached may be made in advance. 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 reach determination random number, the “super reach loss” depending on the variation pattern type. It is preferable to determine in advance whether or not a “non-reach loss” will be made and perform a hold announcement effect.

  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 display result 1 to display result 5 designation effect control commands (see FIG. 13) according to the determined type of big hit, small hit, or 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, whether or not it is "normal big hit" can be 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 "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). It should be noted that whether or not it is a “probably variable big hit” can be 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 or not the small hit flag is set (step S116). If the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a 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 sum reserved storage number subtraction designation command has already been transmitted (step S1121). It should be noted that whether or not the total pending storage number subtraction designation command has already been transmitted is determined, for example, by transmitting the total pending storage number subtraction designation command when transmitting the total pending storage number subtraction designation command in step S1122 described below. Is set, and in step S1121, it is determined whether or not the sum reserved storage number subtraction designation command transmitted flag is set. Also, in this case, the set sum reserved storage number subtraction designation command transmitted flag is reset by a special symbol stop process or a big hit end process described later when ending the change display of the special symbol or ending the big hit. do it.

  Next, if the total reserved storage number subtraction designation command has not been transmitted, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the total reserved storage number subtraction designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1122).

  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 symbol fixing 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 processing (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, indicates a probable change flag indicating a probable change state, a time reduction flag indicating a time reduction 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 the 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” or “probable big hit”, a big hit start designation command (command A001 (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 A002 (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

  In addition, 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 “probably variable big hit”, and 2 times in the case of “sudden positive big hit”) is set in the special winning opening number counter (step S135). . Also, the 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 or 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 1 (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 A002 (H)) to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S142). In addition, a value corresponding to the small hit display time (a time in which the occurrence of the small hit is reported in the effect display device 9) 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). In addition, the opening time per one big winning opening in the small hitting game is also set. Specifically, 0.1 seconds, which is the same as the round time of the sudden change big hit, is set as the opening time per big winning opening in the small hit game. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the small hit 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" or "probable big hit", a big hit end designation command (command A301 (H)) is transmitted. An end designation command (command A302 (H)) is transmitted. Then, a value corresponding to a display time corresponding to a time during which the big hit end display is being performed on the effect 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 1 (step S164). 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 to end this time is a normal big hit (step S166). In addition, whether or not it is "normal big hit" can be 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 "01". . If it is a normal jackpot, the CPU 56 sets the time reduction flag and shifts to the time reduction state (step S167). In addition, the CPU 56 sets a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) in the time reduction counter (step S168).

  If it is not a normal jackpot (ie, if it is a probable big hit or a sudden big hit), the CPU 56 sets the probable change flag and shifts to the probable change state (step S169), and sets the time reduction flag to shift to the time reduction state. (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).

  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 sets the special symbol display control data for the special symbol change display to 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. Then, 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 according to the contents of the output buffer for setting special symbol display control data. Variation display of the special symbol 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 processing, the CPU 56 sets a special symbol for confirming 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 confirming 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. On the special symbol displays 8a and 8b, the stop symbol of the special symbol is definitely displayed. After the process of step S3204 is executed and the special symbol display control data for displaying the stopped symbols is set, the setting data is not changed. Therefore, in the display control process of step S22, the latest special symbol display control data Based on this, the latest stop symbol is displayed in a fixed manner 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 in accordance with the value of the special symbol process flag has been described. 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. Special symbol display control data for confirming and displaying a stopped symbol may be set.

  Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing a main process executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) as the effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80. When the power is turned on, effect control CPU 101 starts execution of the main process. 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). . Thereafter, 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. If the timer interrupt flag is set in the main process, the effect control CPU 101 clears the flag (step S703) and executes the following effect control process.

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

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs an effect control process (step S705). In the effect control process process, a 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 is selected in the fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d of the effect display device 9. The display control of the fourth symbol is executed.

  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 one 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 reception buffer is configured by a 12-byte area of the reception command buffers 1 to 12. Then, a command reception number counter indicating in which area the received command is to be 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). Note that the interrupt processing based on the effect control INT signal is executed prior to the timer interrupt processing executed every 4 ms.

  FIG. 33 and FIG. 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 processing, first, effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not a received command is stored in the command receiving buffer (step S611). Whether it is stored or not is determined by comparing the value of the command reception number counter with the read pointer. The case where both 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), effect control CPU 101 forms the received display result designation command (display result 1 designation command to display result 5 designation command) in the RAM. The display result designation command storage area is stored (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 any of the symbol designating commands (step S621), the effect controlling CPU 101 stores the received symbol designating command in the first free prize-winning command storage area formed in the RAM. (Step S622).

  If the received effect control command is any of the variable category commands (step S623), the effect control CPU 101 stores the received variable category command in each of the storage areas of the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM. It is stored in the storage area where the latest symbol designating command is stored (step S624).

  If the received effect control command is the first start winning designation command (step S625), the effect control CPU 101 stores the received first start winning designation command in each of the start winning command storage areas formed in the RAM. It is stored in the storage area where the latest symbol designating command and the fluctuation category command are stored in the storage area (step S626). Further, effect control CPU 101 increments the hold display in summing storage display unit 18c by one and updates the summation storage display in summing storage display unit 18c (step S627). Note that in step S627, the suspended display in the normal display mode (blue circular display in this example) is increased by one in the combined pending storage display unit 18c.

  If the received effect control command is the second start winning designation command (step S628), the effect control CPU 101 stores the received second start winning designation command in each of the start winning command storage areas formed in the RAM. It is stored in the storage area where the latest symbol designating command and the fluctuation category command are stored in the storage area (step S629). Further, effect control CPU 101 increments the hold display in summing storage display unit 18c by one, and updates the summation storage display in summing storage display unit 18c (step S630). In step S630, the suspended display in the normal display mode (blue circular display in this example) is increased by one in the combined pending storage display unit 18c.

  If the received effect control command is the command for specifying the total number of storages to be retained (step S631), the effect control CPU 101 stores the received command for specifying the total number of storages to be retained in each of the start-up winning command storage areas formed in the RAM. In the storage area, the latest symbol designating command, the variation category command, and the start winning designating command (the first starting winning designating command, the second starting winning designating command) are stored in the storing area (step S632). Further, effect control CPU 101 stores the total number of reserved storages specified by the total number of reserved storages designation command in the total number of reserved storages storage area provided in the RAM (step S633).

  If the received effect control command is the command for subtracting the total number of storages to be held (step S634), the effect control CPU 101 deletes one hold display in the total hold storage display unit 18c, and displays the remaining hold displays one by one. The display is shifted to update the display of the total number of storages on hold in the total storage storage display section 18c and update the display of the active display on the active display section 18e (step S635). Further, effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the total number of reserved storages stored in the total number of reserved storages storage area (step S636).

  If the received effect control command is another command, effect control CPU 101 sets a flag corresponding to the received effect control command (step S639). For example, if the received effect control command is the first symbol variation specifying command, the first symbol variation specifying command reception flag is set, and if the received effect control command is the second symbol variation specifying command, the second symbol variation specifying command is set. Set the receive flag. 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. However, the control related to the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change of the first special symbol is also performed in the second control. 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 processing (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 effect symbol variation is started. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol changing 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 design fluctuation stop processing (step S803): Control is performed to stop the effect design fluctuation 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 a 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 big hit end processing (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 has been set, the fluctuation pattern command reception flag is reset (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). Note that, as described above, in this embodiment, the display result designation command is also transmitted when the power outage is restored (see step S44). However, as shown in FIG. , Based on the reception of the fluctuation pattern command, shifts to the effect symbol fluctuation start processing and starts the fluctuation display of the effect symbol, so the fluctuation of the effect symbol only by receiving the display result designation command without receiving the fluctuation pattern command Display does not start.

  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 change start processing, effect control CPU 101 first reads a change pattern command from the change pattern command storage area (step S8000). Subsequently, the effect control CPU 101 determines the display result (stop) of the effect symbol according to the variation pattern command read in step S8000 and the data stored in the display result specifying command storage area (that is, the received display result specifying command). Symbol) is determined (step S8001). That is, when the processing of step S8001 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 symbol) is realized. If the pseudo-run is specified by the fluctuation pattern command, the effect control CPU 101 determines in step S8001 the chance eye symbol (for example, “223” or “445”) as the temporary stop symbol in the pseudo-line. , A combination of a big hit symbol and a symbol that is not one of the reach but is shifted by one symbol) is also determined. 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 S8001, the effect control CPU 101 may determine whether or not it is a big hit based on the received variation pattern command, and determine the stop symbol of the effect symbol based on only the variation pattern command. .

  FIG. 38 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of a stop symbol of an effect symbol in the effect display device 9. In the example shown 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. A combination of effect symbols in which three symbols are arranged in the same even number symbol as a symbol (hereinafter, also referred to as a normal jackpot 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. A combination of effect symbols arranged in the same odd symbol (hereinafter, also referred to as a probability variable jackpot 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 designation command is the display result 1 designation command), a combination of effect symbols other than the above is 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, a stop symbol is determined by selecting data indicating a combination of effect symbols corresponding to a numerical value that matches the extracted random number.

  In addition, also with respect to the effect symbols, a stop symbol (a combination of symbols in which the left middle and the right are all the same symbol) that reminds of a big hit is called a big hit symbol. In addition, a stop symbol that reminds the user of a loss is referred to as a “off symbol”. In addition, a symbol (an odd symbol in this embodiment) reminiscent of a probable variation state is also referred to as a probable variation symbol, and a symbol (an even symbol in this embodiment) reminiscent of a non-probability variation state is a non-probability variation symbol. Also called.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the variation pattern involves super reach B based on the read variation pattern command (step S8002). Is set (step S8003). In this embodiment, in the case of the fluctuation pattern accompanied by the super reach B, the operation effect is executed during the fluctuation display. The operation effect is an effect that accompanies an operation instruction instructing the operation of the push button 120 and controls the first accessory 201 based on the operation performed by the push button 120. In the operation effect, the operation instruction image (see FIG. 48 (B1)) for instructing the operation of the push button 120 is displayed on the effect display device 9 after the reach state is reached. Then, based on the fact that the pressing operation by the push button 120 is detected at least once, if the display result of the variable display is a big hit, the first character 201 is changed from the standby state to the effect state together with the output of the first sound effect. The control is controlled (hereinafter, also referred to as a successful effect of the operation effect), and if it is a loss, the loss symbol is stopped and displayed while the first character 201 is in a standby state (hereinafter, also referred to as a failure effect of the operation effect).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the indicated result is a big hit based on the read display result designation command (step S8004), and if it is a big hit, determines whether or not to execute the promotion effect. (Step S8005).

  In this embodiment, after the jackpot symbol is normally displayed and displayed, during a round in the jackpot game state, it is possible to execute a promotion effect that informs whether or not the state is controlled to be in the positive change state after the end of the jackpot game state. In the promotion effect, despite the fact that the jackpot symbol is normally derived and displayed, there is a successful promotion that informs that there is a promotion that will be in a probable state after the end of the jackpot game state, and that there is no promotion that will be in the probable state. There is a promotion promotion failure to do. In the successful promotion effect, the second auditorium 202a, 202b is controlled from the standby state to the effect state together with the output of the sound effect. Note that, in this embodiment, an example will be described in which the target of promotion by the promotion effect is whether or not to be controlled to the probable change state after the end of the big hit game state. If the type is provided, whether the number of rounds is greater than the initially notified round number may be targeted for promotion, or the gaming state after the end of the initially reported jackpot gaming state is promoted. Whether or not to do so (specifically, from time saving control to no time saving control, from short-term time saving control to long-term time saving control, etc.) may be targeted for promotion. Further, for example, instead of the promotion effect, an effect may be performed to notify whether or not a large hit is included in the hold storage (so-called hold-in-house).

  In step S8005, the effect control CPU 101 performs a lottery process based on random numbers using the promotion effect execution determination table shown in FIG. 40, and determines whether to execute the promotion effect.

  FIG. 40 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the promotion effect execution determination table. In the promotion effect execution determination table, determination values are respectively assigned to the determination items “no execution” and “executed”, but in the example shown in FIG. 40, the determination values are assigned to simplify the description. The ratio of the determined judgment values is shown. The effect control CPU 101 extracts, for example, a random number for promotion effect execution determination, and determines a determination item to which a determination value matching the extracted random number is assigned as a determination result. Therefore, in the example shown in FIG. 40, the numerical values corresponding to the determination items “no execution” and “with execution” indicate the determination ratio (%) for determining “no execution” or “with execution”.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 40, it is determined that the promotion effect is executed at a higher rate when the jackpot type is the probable jackpot than when the jackpot type is the normal jackpot. It should be noted that the present invention is not limited to the example shown in this embodiment. In the case where an effect with a high degree of expectation is performed, for example, when the stop symbol of the effect symbol is determined to be a combination of "7" s, it may be determined that the probability is a large variable hit at the start of the big hit game. . That is, in such a case, it may be configured not to determine that the promotion effect is “executed”.

  If it is determined in step S8005 that the promotion effect is to be executed, the effect control CPU 101 sets a promotion effect flag indicating that the promotion effect is to be executed (step S8007a). In addition, the effect control CPU 101 redetermines the stop symbol of the effect symbol so as to be a normal big hit symbol (step S8007b). That is, the stop symbol is changed in order to once recognize that it is a normal big hit. If it is determined in step S8001 that the symbol has not been determined to be the big hit symbol, the process of step S8007b may be omitted. The present invention is not limited to the configuration in which the stop symbol of the effect symbol is determined again in step S8007b. For example, the process of step S8001 for determining the stop symbol of the effect symbol may be executed immediately before step S8008 described later. That is, after determining whether or not to execute the promotion effect, the stop symbol of the effect symbol may be determined.

  Next, effect control CPU 101 selects a normal process table according to the fluctuation pattern (step S8008). Then, effect control CPU 101 starts the process timer in process data 1 of the process table selected in step S8008 (step S8009).

  FIG. 39 is an explanatory diagram showing 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 the change of the display screen 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. 39 is stored in the ROM of the effect control board 80. Further, a process table is prepared according to each variation pattern.

  In the process table used when performing the effect control for the fluctuation pattern accompanied by 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 various lamps and the speaker 27) as effect parts is executed (step S8010). For example, a command is output to the VDP 109 in order to display an image according to the fluctuation pattern on the effect display device 9. 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. In addition, a control signal (sound number data) is output to the audio output board 70 in order to output audio from the speaker 27.

  In this embodiment, the effect control CPU 101 performs control such that the effect pattern is variably displayed according to the change pattern corresponding to the change pattern command on a one-to-one basis. May be selected from a plurality of types of variation patterns corresponding to.

  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 S8011).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 sets the start winning command (symbol designation command, variable category command, start winning designation command (first start winning designation command or second start winning command) stored in the storage area of the start winning command storage area. Of the start winning prize command) and the command of specifying the total number of retained storages), one command at the time of the starting prize stored in the first storage area is deleted, and the contents of the command storage area at the time of the start prize are shifted. (Step S8012).

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect symbol changing process (step S802) (step S8013).

  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 first 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).

  Next, effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the super-reach start timing has come (step S8106). Whether or not the super-reach start timing has been reached can be determined, for example, by checking the contents of the process data. If the super-reach start timing has come, the effect control CPU 101 changes the display mode of the active display (step S8107). In step S8107, for example, the active display is displayed smaller than the normal mode. By changing the display mode in this manner, the presence of the active display can be reduced, and the super reach can be noticed. In particular, the active display can be displayed in a plurality of modes (for example, a plurality of colors) based on the fluctuation pattern, the display result, and the prize-winning determination result. When the display result is configured so that the degree of expectation to be a big hit is different, active display is noticed. By reducing the presence of the active display, super reach can be noticed. Note that the display mode of the active display in step S8107 is not limited to the display mode reduced from the normal mode, but may include increasing the transparency, changing the display position, or displaying only a part. Is also good. Further, the display mode of the hold display may be changed together with the active display. Also, in addition to the example shown in FIG. 41, it is confirmed whether or not the super-reach end timing has been reached, and if the super-reach end timing has been reached, control is performed to return the display mode of the active display to the normal mode. You may.

  Next, effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the operation effect execution flag indicating that the operation effect is being executed is set (step S8108), and if it is set, the process proceeds to step S8113.

  If the operation effect flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether the operation effect flag is set (step S8109). If the operation effect flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S8116. I do.

  If the operation effect flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not it is time to start the operation effect (step S8110). If it is not the start timing of the operation effect, the flow shifts to step S8116. Note that whether or not the operation effect start timing has come can be determined, for example, by checking the contents of the process data.

  If it is the start timing of the operation effect, the effect control CPU 101 displays the operation instruction image (see FIG. 48 (B1)) on the effect display device 9 (step S8110) and sets the operation effect execution flag (step S8110). S8112). Then, control goes to a step S8113.

  In step S8113, effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not a pressing operation with push button 120 has been detected at least once (step S8113). If not, whether or not it is the end timing of the operation effect is determined. Is confirmed (step S8113b). If it is the end timing of the operation effect, the effect control CPU 101 deletes the operation instruction image (step S8113c), resets the operation effect execution flag (step S8113d), and proceeds to step S8116. In addition, when it is the start timing of the operation effect, and after the operation instruction image 203 is displayed, the end time of the operation effect (ie, the end timing of the operation valid period) without detecting the pressing operation of the push button 120, At the end timing, the first character 201 and the second character 202a, 202b may be controlled to the production state, none of them may be controlled to the production state, or only one of them may be set to the production state. You may make it control. In this case, the first sound effect or the second sound effect may not be output.

  If the pressing operation with the push button 120 is detected in step S8113, the effect control CPU 101 resets the operation effect execution flag (step S8113a). If the display result is a big hit (Y in step S8114), The first character 201 and the second character 202a, 202b are controlled to the effect state, and the first sound effect and the second sound effect different from the first sound effect are output (step S8115). Then, control goes to a step S8116. In this embodiment, the effect of outputting the first sound effect is executed in conjunction with the effect of operating the first character 201, and the second sound effect is generated in accordance with the effect of operating the second character 202a, 202b. Is performed, but instead of (or in addition to) the effect of outputting the first sound effect or the effect of outputting the second sound effect, an effect of causing a predetermined light emitter to emit light or a predetermined image is performed. May be performed on the effect display device 9. Further, in this embodiment, the first role 201 and the second role 202a and 202b are configured to operate when a pressing operation is performed in the operation effect. However, the present invention is not limited to this. At the timing when the jackpot is determined as a result of the reach effect (for example, in the reach effect in which the ally character and the enemy character battle), the first character 201 and the second character 202a, 202b may be operated.

  In step S8116, if the fluctuation time timer has timed out (step S8116), effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect design fluctuation stop processing (step S803) (step S8117). ).

  FIG. 42 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol change stop process (step S803) in the effect control process process. In the effect symbol fluctuation stop processing, the effect control CPU 101 first 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 a 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, the fact that the stop symbol display flag is set means that the big hit symbol is confirmed and displayed, but the fanfare effect has not yet been executed, so that 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 confirm and display the stop symbol of the left-middle-right effect symbol on the effect display device 9 (step S8302).

  Next, when neither the big hit symbol nor the small hit symbol is displayed in the process of step S8302 (that is, when a lost symbol is displayed) (N in step S8303), the effect control CPU 101 shifts to step S8311. I do.

  If the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol is confirmed and displayed in the process of step S8302 (Y in step S8303), the effect control CPU 101 enters the standby state if the first character 201 is in the effect state (Y in step S8303a). It controls (step S8303b). Further, effect control CPU 101 sets a stop symbol display flag (step S8304).

  Next, effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not any of the jackpot start designation commands (big hit start designation command (command A001 (H)), small hit / suddenly variable jackpot start designation command (A002 (H))) has been received. Is confirmed (step S8305). Whether or not any of the jackpot start designation commands has been received can be determined by checking a flag set based on the reception of any of the jackpot start designation commands in the command analysis process. Can be determined. If any of the jackpot start designation commands has been received, the effect control CPU 101 resets the stop symbol display flag (step S8306), and selects a process table corresponding to the fanfare effect (step S8307).

  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) According to the data 1 and the movable member control data 1), the control of the effect device (the effect display device 9 as the effect component, the various lamps as the effect component, and the speaker 27 as the effect 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).

  If 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 (for example, an operation effect flag or an operation effect execution flag). (Step S8311), the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process (Step S800) (Step S8312).

  In this embodiment, the description is omitted, but in the case of a small hit, control is performed so that a display corresponding to the small hit is performed. For example, in the case of a small hit, since it is different from a big hit, instead of directly proceeding to the big hit display processing, the process for the small hit is selected and the effect for the small hit game is performed for a predetermined period. It is desirable to configure.

  Further, in this embodiment, the first accessory 201 controlled to the effect state is configured to be controlled to the standby state when the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, it may be configured to be controlled to the standby state in the effect symbol change processing (that is, to return from the effect state to the standby state during the effect symbol change display).

  FIG. 43 is a flowchart showing the jackpot display process (step S804) in the effect control process process. In the big hit display process, the effect control CPU 101 controls the second character objects 202a, 202b to the effect state if the second character objects 202a, 202b are controlled to the effect state (N in step S901). Two sound effects are output (step S902).

  Next, effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the special winning opening opening command designation flag indicating that the special winning opening opening command has been received is set (step S903). If the special winning port opening designated command reception flag is set, the flow shifts to step S908.

  If the special winning opening opening command reception flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 decrements the value of the process timer by 1 (step S904) and checks whether the process timer has timed out (step S904). S905). If the process timer has not timed out, the process ends.

  When the process timer has timed out, effect control CPU 101 switches process data. That is, the process timer is restarted by setting the next set process timer value in the process table as the process timer (step S906). In addition, in accordance with the contents (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, sound number data) set next thereto, an effect device (effect display device 9 as effect component, various lamps as effect component and effect component). (Step S907).

  In step S908, the effect control CPU 101 resets the special winning opening open command designation flag, and sets "1" indicating the first round in the open count storage area formed in the RAM (step S909). Then, the effect control CPU 101 starts a mid-round effect corresponding to the number of rounds stored in the number-of-openings storage area (step S910), and sets the value of the effect control process flag in accordance with the mid-round process (step S805). The value is updated (step S911).

  FIG. 44 is a flowchart showing the mid-round process (step S805) in the effect control process process. In the processing during the round, the effect control CPU 101 first checks whether or not the jackpot end designation command reception flag (the jackpot end 1 designation command reception flag or the jackpot end 2 designation command reception flag) is set (step S921). .

  When the jackpot end designation command reception flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value according to the jackpot end effect process (step S807) (step S930).

  When the jackpot end designation command reception flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the special winning opening opening command designation flag indicating that the special winning opening opening command has been received is set. (Step S922).

  When the designated command reception flag is not set after opening the special winning opening, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the promotion effect flag is set (step S923). The promotion effect flag is set in the process of step S8007a shown in FIG. If the promotion effect flag has not been set, the process ends.

  If the promotion effect flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not it is the execution timing of the successful promotion effect in the promotion effect (that is, the promotion confirmation timing) (step S924). If it is an execution timing, the second character 202a, 202b is controlled to the effect state, and a sound effect is output (step S925). Note that whether or not it is the execution timing of the successful promotion effect can be determined, for example, by checking the contents of the process data.

  If it is confirmed in the process of step S922 that the designated command receiving flag after opening the special winning opening is set, the CPU 101 for effect control resets the designated command receiving flag after opening the special winning opening (step S926). An interval effect (inter-round effect) is started (step S927), and the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value according to the post-round processing (step S806) (step S928).

  FIG. 45 is a flowchart showing post-round processing (step S806) in effect control processing. In the post-round processing, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the special winning opening opening command reception flag indicating that the special winning opening opening command has been received is set (step S940). When the special winning opening opening command reception flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 resets the special winning opening opening command reception flag (step S941), and stores the data (indicating the number of rounds) in the opening count storage area. .) Is incremented by 1 (step S942).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the promotion effect flag is set (step S943). If the promotion effect flag is set, the number of rounds stored in the open count storage area is “4”. Is determined (step S943). Then, if the number of rounds is “4”, the effect control CPU 101 controls the second character objects 202a and 202b to be in a standby state (step S944a). Next, if the jackpot type is the probable change jackpot (Y in step S945), the effect control CPU 101 starts a probable change promotion round effect in which the promotion effect (promotion success success) is executed (step S946), and the jackpot type If is not a probability change jackpot (N in step S945), a non-probability change promotion round effect in which a promotion effect (promotion failure effect) is executed is started (step S947). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the processing during the round (step S805) (step S951).

  In this embodiment, the promotion effect is executed in the fourth round. Therefore, when it is determined that the promotion effect is to be performed, the second bonus items 202a and 202b are temporarily controlled to be in a standby state at the start of the fourth round. Then, if the jackpot type is the probable jackpot, the second role objects 202a and 202b are controlled again to the effect state together with the output of the sound effect at the execution timing of the promotion success effect in the promotion effect (the process of step S925 shown in FIG. 44). ). When the big hit type is the normal big hit, the second role items 202a and 202b are not controlled to the effect state in the promotion effect, but are controlled to the effect state when a new round is started (step S950 described later). Is done. Further, unlike the process of step S925, the process of step S950 is not a control for enhancing the effect of the effect, and thus does not output the sound effect and controls the second character objects 202a and 202b to the effect state without being noticeable. I do.

  When the promotion effect flag is not set (N in step S943) or when the number of rounds is not “4” (N in step S944), the effect control CPU 101 is stored in the number-of-openings storage area. In-round effects corresponding to the number of rounds are started (step S948).

  Next, if the second character 202a, 202b is not controlled to an effect state (step S949), that is, if the promotion failure effect is executed during the previous round, the effect control CPU 101 outputs a sound effect. Without outputting, the second character 202a, 202b is controlled to the effect state (step S950). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the processing during the round (step S805) (step S951).

  In this embodiment, the effect control CPU 101 grasps the number of rounds in the jackpot game by the number of rounds initialized to “1” in the jackpot display process and +1 in the post-round process. The number of rounds may be determined based on the EXT data in the command during opening the mouth or the command after opening the special winning opening.

  FIG. 46 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end effect process (step S807) in the effect control process process. In the big hit end effect processing, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not a big hit end effect timer is set (step S961). If the big hit end effect timer has been set, the flow shifts to step S966. If the jackpot end effect timer is not set, a jackpot end designation command reception flag (a jackpot end 1 designation command reception flag, a jackpot end 2 designation command reception flag, a small hit / sudden It is confirmed whether or not the variable hit jackpot end designation command reception flag) is set (step S962). If the big hit end designation command reception flag is set, the big hit end designation command reception flag (big hit end 1 designation command reception flag, big hit end 2 designation command reception flag, or small hit / suddenly variable big hit end designation command reception flag ) Is reset (step S963), a value corresponding to the big hit end display time is set in the big hit end effect timer (step S964), and the big hit end screen (a screen for notifying the end of the big hit game) is displayed on the effect display device 9. Is displayed (step S965). Specifically, an instruction to display the big hit end screen is given to the VDP 109.

  In step S966, the value of the big hit end effect timer is decremented by one. Then, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the value of the big hit end effect timer is 0, that is, whether or not the big hit end effect time has elapsed (step S967). If not, the process ends. If the jackpot end effect time has elapsed, the effect control CPU 101 controls the second character objects 202a and 202b to be in a standby state (step S968).

  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 S969).

  Next, the operation of the first and second special effects will be described. FIG. 47 is a time chart showing the state of the first and second special effects. FIG. 48 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a specific example of the operation of the first and second special effects.

  FIG. 47 (A) shows an example in which the display result is a probability change big hit and an operation effect is executed, and corresponds to the specific examples of FIGS. 48 (A1) to (E1).

  In the effect display device 9, the change of the effect symbol is started (corresponding to the start of the change in FIG. 47), the reach state is reached as shown in FIG. 48 (A1), and when the operation effect start timing comes (the operation effect start in FIG. 47). ), And an operation instruction image 203 is displayed as shown in FIG. 48 (B1).

  When the pressing operation of the push button 120 is detected (corresponding to the operation detection in FIG. 47), as shown in FIG. 48 (C1), the first role object 201 is controlled to the effect state, and the second role is controlled. The objects 202a and 202b are controlled to the effect state. At this time, the first sound effect and the second sound effect are output. In addition, when it is the start timing of the operation effect, and after the operation instruction image 203 is displayed, the end time of the operation effect (ie, the end timing of the operation valid period) without detecting the pressing operation of the push button 120, At the end timing, the first character 201 and the second character 202a, 202b may be controlled to the production state, none of them may be controlled to the production state, or only one of them may be set to the production state. You may make it control. Further, in this case, even if the first character 201 or the second character 202a, 202b is controlled to the effect state, the first sound effect or the second sound effect may not be output.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 48 (D1), when the big hit symbol is derived and displayed (corresponding to the fluctuation stop in FIG. 47), the first accessory 201 is controlled to be in a standby state. Then, as shown in FIG. 48 (E1), the characters "big hit!" Are displayed on the effect display device 9 while the second character objects 202a and 202b are controlled to the effect state, and the fanfare effect is executed ( This corresponds to the start of the fanfare effect shown in FIG. 47).

  Although not illustrated in FIG. 48, when the second rounds 202a and 202b start the fourth round (corresponding to the start of the fourth round in FIG. 47), they are temporarily controlled to the standby state, and the promotion is successful. At the timing when the effect is executed (corresponding to the successful promotion in FIG. 47), the effect state is controlled again. At this time, a sound effect is output. Then, when the big hit end effect time elapses (corresponding to the big hit game end in FIG. 47), the second role items 202a and 202b are controlled to the standby state.

  FIG. 47 (B) shows an example where the display result is a normal big hit and no operation effect is executed, and corresponds to the specific examples of FIGS. 48 (A2) to (C2).

  In the effect display device 9, the change of the effect symbol is started (corresponding to the start of the change in FIG. 47), and a reach state is reached as shown in FIG. 48 (A 2). The big hit symbol is derived and displayed as shown in FIG. 48 (B2) without controlling the object 201 to the effect state (corresponding to the fluctuation stop in FIG. 47).

  Then, in this case, as shown in FIG. 48 (C2), the character "Big hit!" Is displayed on the effect display device 9, and the fanfare effect is executed (corresponding to the start of the fanfare effect in FIG. 47). , The second character 202a, 202b is controlled to the effect state. At this time, a second sound effect is output.

  Although not illustrated in FIG. 48, when the second rounds 202a and 202b start the fourth round (corresponding to the start of the fourth round in FIG. 47), they are temporarily controlled to the standby state, and the promotion fails. In the case of, at the timing when the next round starts (corresponding to the start of the fifth R in FIG. 47), the effect state is controlled again. At this time, no sound effect is output. Then, when the big hit end effect time elapses (corresponding to the big hit game end in FIG. 47), the second role items 202a and 202b are controlled to the standby state. In addition, the first role item 201 and the second role items 202a and 202b may be provided on the game board 6 side, for example, or may be provided on the frame side of the effect display device 9. . Further, for example, one of them may be provided on the game board 6 side, and the other may be provided on the frame side of the effect display device 9.

  In the present embodiment, an example has been described in which the effect using the first character 201 and the effect using the second character 202a, 202b are executed in association with each other. However, the present invention is not limited to this. A plurality of effects may be performed using (for example, the second character 202a, 202b), and the effects may be associated with each other.

  FIG. 49 is a time chart showing the state of the accessory in the case of performing a plurality of types of effects using the same accessory. FIG. 49 (A) shows an example in which the display result is a probability change big hit and an operation effect is executed, and FIG. 49 (B) shows a case where the display result is a normal big hit and the operation effect is not executed. Here is an example.

  As shown in FIG. 49 (A), in the effect display device 9, a change in the effect symbol is started (corresponding to the start of the change in FIG. 49), and a press operation of the push button 120 is detected during the operation effect (FIG. 49). 49), the accessory is controlled to the effect state. At this time, the first sound effect is output. In addition, when it is the start timing of the operation effect, and after the operation instruction image 203 is displayed, the end time of the operation effect (ie, the end timing of the operation valid period) without detecting the pressing operation of the push button 120, At the end timing, the accessory may be controlled to the effect state, or may not be controlled to the effect state. In this case, the first sound effect may not be output even if the accessory is controlled to the effect state.

  Then, while the character is being controlled to the effect state, the character "Big hit!" Is displayed on the effect display device 9, and the fanfare effect is executed (corresponding to the start of the fanfare effect in FIG. 49).

  Further, as shown in FIG. 49 (B), in the effect display device 9, the effect symbol starts to change (corresponding to the start of the change in FIG. 49), and reaches the reach state, but when the operation effect is not executed, The jackpot symbol is derived and displayed without controlling the character in the effect state (corresponding to the fluctuation stop in FIG. 49).

  In this case, the characters "big hit!" Are displayed on the effect display device 9, and when the fanfare effect is executed (corresponding to the start of the fanfare effect in FIG. 49), the accessory is controlled to the effect state. . At this time, a second sound effect is output.

  In this embodiment, the promotion effect is configured to be executed in the fourth round of the big hit game, but may be executed in the fourth round or the tenth round. In this case, when the operation effect is executed, the promotion effect is executed in the fourth round, and when the operation effect is not executed, the promotion effect may be executed in the tenth round. . When the operation effect is executed, the promotion effect may not necessarily be executed in the fourth round but may be executed in a high ratio in the fourth round. Specifically, when the operation effect is executed, the promotion effect is executed in the fourth round at a rate of 70% and in the 10th round at a rate of 30%, and when the operation effect is not executed, the promotion effect is 30%. The promotion effect may be executed in the fourth round at a rate of 10% and at the 10th round at a rate of 70%.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the first effect (the operation effect in the present example) of operating the first movable object (the first role object 201 in the present example) operably provided during the variable display. And a second movable object (in this example, the second role object 202a, 202b) that is operably provided based on being controlled to an advantageous state. A second effect executing means for executing the second effect. Then, the second production execution means sets the second production at different timings (for example, the operation detection timing and the fanfare production start timing shown in FIG. 47) depending on whether the first production has been executed by the first production execution means. ). With such a configuration, it is possible to give a relevance to the effect of operating the movable object, and to enhance the interest.

  Further, in this embodiment, the first production effect execution means for executing the first production effect (for example, the output of the first sound effect) with the first production, and the second production effect with the second production. A second production effect producing means for performing a production (for example, outputting a second sound effect). The first production effect and the second production effect are configured so as to have different production modes. With such a configuration, it is possible to give a variety of effects to the production and to enhance the interest.

  In this embodiment, a period during which the first movable object operates by the first effect (for example, from the operation detection to the stop of the change in FIG. 47) and a period during which the second movable object operates by the second effect (for example, FIG. 47 from the operation detection or the start of the fanfare effect to the end of the big hit game). With such a configuration, it is possible to give a variety of effects to the production and to enhance the interest.

  Further, in this embodiment, the apparatus is configured to include a corresponding image display unit that displays a corresponding image (active display in this example) corresponding to the variable display. With such a configuration, it is possible to improve interest in the variable display being executed.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the first effect execution means is informed that the control is performed in the advantageous state during the variable display (for example, when a successful effect of the operation effect is executed, Is determined, the big hit symbol is derived and displayed, etc. (from the operation detection to the stop of the change in FIG. 47), the first effect is executed. With such a configuration, an expectation can be improved.

  Further, in this embodiment, the second effect execution means is configured to execute the second effect when the state is controlled to the advantageous state (for example, from the operation detection in FIG. 47 or the start of the fanfare effect to the end of the big hit game). Have been. With such a configuration, it is possible to improve the production effect. The timing at which the control of the advantageous state is started may be, for example, when a successful effect of the operation effect is executed, when a big hit is determined by the reach effect, when a big hit symbol is derived and displayed, and the like. It may be any time when the effect is started, when the big hit gaming state is controlled, or when the big winning opening is controlled to the open state.

  Further, in this embodiment, at least a first advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game state with a normal jackpot) and a second advantageous state having an advantage higher than the first advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game with a probable variable jackpot) are provided as advantageous states. State), and after being controlled to the second advantageous state without being informed of the second advantageous state, an announcement effect for informing of the second advantageous state (for example, successful promotion effect) Is provided. The second effect execution means is configured to execute the second effect when the second effect is notified by the notification effect (for example, the promotion in FIG. 47A is successful). With such a configuration, an expectation can be improved.

  Further, in this embodiment, a specific effect executing means for executing a specific effect (for example, super reach) during the variable display is provided. Then, the corresponding image display means is configured to change the display area of the corresponding image when the specific effect is being executed (for example, to reduce the display area). With such a configuration, attention can be paid to a specific effect.

  The present invention is not limited to the one including a plurality of movable objects, but includes a movable object operably provided (for example, the second character 202a, 202b) and an effect executing unit for executing an operation effect for operating the movable object. The effect executing means may control the first period (for example, from the operation detection of FIG. 49 (A) to the fanfare effect) during the variable display to the advantageous state or the second period (for example, FIG. (B) From the fanfare effect to the end of the big hit game), the motion effect may be configured to be executable. With such a configuration, it is possible to give a relevance to the effect of operating the movable object, and to improve the interest. The timing at which the advantageous state is started, ie, the timing at which the second period is started, is controlled when the fanfare effect is started, and when the big hit game state is controlled, the big winning opening is controlled to the open state. Or any other time.

  In the case where the motion effect can be executed in the first period or the second period using a single movable object, the motion effect device includes an operation effect effect execution unit that executes the operation effect effect in conjunction with the operation effect, The time effect execution means is executed during the operation effect at the time of the operation effect (for example, the first sound effect is output at the timing of the operation detection in FIG. 49A) accompanying the operation effect performed during the first period. The effect at the time of the operation effect (for example, the second sound effect is output at the timing of the start of the fanfare effect in FIG. 49B) accompanying the operation effect may be configured to be executable in a different effect mode. With such a configuration, it is possible to give a variety of effects to the production and to enhance the interest.

  Further, when the operation effect can be executed in the first period or the second period by using a single movable object, the operation effect performed in the first period and the operation effect performed in the second period are acceptable. The period during which the animal moves (for example, the period from the operation detection in FIG. 49 (A) to the end of the big hit game and the period from the start of the fanfare effect to the end of the big hit game in FIG. 49 (B)) is configured to be different. Is also good. With such a configuration, it is possible to give a variety of effects to the production and to enhance the interest.

  In addition, in the case where the operation effect can be executed in the first period or the second period using a single movable object, for example, the first period (for example, the first period (for example, When a successful effect of the operation effect is executed, when a big hit is determined by the reach effect, when a big hit symbol is derived and displayed, etc. (from the operation detection to the stop of the change in FIG. 49A), the effect is executed. May be configured. With such a configuration, an expectation can be improved.

  In addition, when the motion effect can be executed in the first period or the second period using a single movable object, the second period is controlled to be in an advantageous state (for example, when the state is controlled to a big hit game state; FIG. 49). (B) (from the start of the fanfare effect to the end of the big hit game). With such a configuration, it is possible to improve the production effect.

  Further, when the motion effect can be executed in the first period or the second period using a single movable object, at least a first advantageous state (for example, a big hit game state by a normal big hit) and the first advantageous state are set as advantageous states. It is possible to control to a second advantageous state having a higher degree of advantage than the state (for example, a jackpot game state by a probability variable jackpot), and after being controlled to the second advantageous state without being notified of the second advantageous state, A notification effect execution means for executing a notification effect (for example, successful promotion effect) for notifying that the vehicle is in the second advantageous state is provided. , The fourth round or the tenth round during the jackpot game). With such a configuration, an expectation can be improved.

  The configuration shown in the above embodiment can be applied to a game system called a so-called portable interlocking system. In general, a gaming system called a mobile interlocking type system provides a gaming machine that outputs predetermined information based on the establishment of a predetermined condition and a predetermined privilege for a player based on the predetermined information output by the gaming machine. A privilege granting device for performing a granting process.

  Specifically, in the gaming system as described above, the gaming machine determines whether predetermined conditions such as the number of fluctuations, the number of big hits, the number of so-called extended games (the number of big hits during the continuation of the probable change state), the number of mission achievements, etc. The information is accumulated as a history, and a two-dimensional code or the like is displayed as predetermined information when the game is over. In addition, the player uses a portable terminal such as a mobile phone with a camera function to photograph the two-dimensional code displayed on the gaming machine and transmits it to a Web server (privilege granting device) on the Internet. Then, the Web server manages the game history of the player based on the received information, and performs a process of giving a predetermined privilege according to the game history. For example, the Web server transmits digital contents such as image contents and music contents to the portable terminal of the player as a predetermined privilege, or transmits a predetermined password to the portable terminal of the player, and When performing a game, a process is performed to enable the display screen of the gaming machine to be customized according to the preference of the player.

  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 using 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).

  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 device 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. You may make it provide two boards with two effect control boards.

  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. 4). (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 to be 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 further, 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 that 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 the above-described embodiment. Display control can be performed according to a command received from the board 35 or the sound / lamp board.

  In the above-described embodiment, the pachinko machine is used as an example of the gaming machine. However, the present invention is applied to a case where a predetermined number of bets are set by inserting medals, and a plurality of types of gaming machines are operated in accordance with the operation of the operating lever by the player. When the symbol is rotated and the symbol is stopped in response to the operation of the stop button by the player and the combination of the stopped symbols becomes a specific symbol combination, 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 is described as an example. However, the game machine according to the present invention is not limited to a game machine that pays out a predetermined number of game media as prizes. The present invention can also be applied to an enclosed type gaming machine that encloses a game medium such as the above and gives a score when a condition for giving a prize is satisfied.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, there is a gaming machine controlled to a positive change state after the end of the big hit game, based on the fact that there is a probability changing big hit or a normal big hit as a big hit type, and that the big hit type is determined to be a certain big hit. However, it is not limited to such a gaming machine. For example, a special variable prize ball device provided with a predetermined variable region therein (a variable variable prize ball device may be provided in only one special variable prize ball device, or a plurality of special variable prize balls may be provided. A probability change area may be provided in a part of the device), the probability change is determined based on the game ball passing through the probability change area in the special variable prize ball device during the big hit game, and the big hit game The configuration described in the above embodiment can be applied to a gaming machine that is controlled to the probable change state after the end.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, for example, a case has been described in which a plurality of types of special symbols and effect symbols “1” to “9” are variably displayed and the display result is derived and displayed. It is not limited. 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. And even in this case, one type of symbol used for the variable display may be finally derived and displayed, or a symbol different from the one type of symbol may be finally derived and displayed. It may be something.

  INDUSTRIAL APPLICABILITY The present invention is suitably applied to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine in which a player can play a predetermined game.

1 Pachinko game machine 8a First special symbol display 8b Second special symbol display 9 Staging display device 13 First start winning opening 14 Second starting winning opening 18c Total hold storage display 18d Active display 20 Special variable winning ball device 31 Game control board (main board)
56 CPU
560 game control microcomputer 80 effect control board 100 effect control microcomputer 101 effect control CPU
109 VDP

Claims (2)

A gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to a player,
The advantageous state includes a first advantageous state and a second advantageous state having an advantage higher than the first advantageous state,
Effect execution means for executing an effect,
Detecting means capable of detecting an action of the player,
The effect executing means,
First effect execution means for executing a first effect for operating a first movable object operably provided in response to detection of the player's operation by the detection means;
Second effect execution means for executing a second effect for operating a second movable object operably provided after it is determined to be controlled to the advantageous state ;
A notification effect execution means for executing an information effect for notifying that the second advantageous state is in effect after being controlled to the second advantageous state without being informed of the second advantageous state; and duration of 1 wherein the first movable object by directing operates, a period in which the second movable object by the second effect works, are different,
The first effect execution means is capable of executing the first effect in response to detection of the player's operation by the detection means within an effective period of the operation effect including a promotion notification for prompting the player's operation. ,
The second effect execution means,
The second effect can be executed at a first timing when the first effect is executed in response to a player's operation being detected within the valid period in the operation effect, and the operation effect is It is possible to execute the second effect at a second timing different from the first timing when the first effect has not been executed due to execution of the player but no motion of the player has been detected within the valid period. Oh it is,
Executing the second effect when the notification effect is executed;
A gaming machine characterized by that: Provided with corresponding image display means for displaying a corresponding image corresponding to the variable display
The gaming machine according to claim 1.