JP6955277B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine that executes a game based on the establishment of a predetermined condition and generates a state advantageous to the player when the result of the game becomes a special result.

Conventionally, it is provided with a decorative display device capable of displaying an effect image accompanying a game and an operating means that can be operated by a player. The operating means is composed of buttons, and the decorative display device is displayed in response to an input from the buttons. A gaming machine capable of performing a button effect that changes the content is known (see, for example, Patent Document 1). That is, there is known a gaming machine capable of performing an effect in which a player's operation is intervened.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2016-163844

However, it has not been possible to sufficiently enhance the interest of the game by the conventional production in which the operation of the player is intervened.
An object of the present invention is to enhance the interest of the game.

In order to solve the above problems, the invention according to claim 1 is
In a gaming machine that executes a game based on the establishment of a predetermined condition and generates a state advantageous to the player when the result of the game becomes a special result.
Operation means that can be operated by the player,
It is equipped with an effect execution means capable of executing a specific effect in which the effect mode changes.
The effect executing means is
When the automatic mode is not set, it is considered that the operating means has been operated by performing the first control for changing the effect mode according to the operation of the operating means during the executable period of the specific effect. Without performing the second control to change the effect mode,
When the automatic mode is set, the second control is performed during the executable period of the specific effect, and the first control is not performed.
When the automatic mode is set and the operating means is operated during the executable period of the specific effect, the automatic mode is canceled based on the operation and the executable period ends. The automatic mode is set again.

According to the present invention, it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

It is a front view of the gaming machine of one Embodiment of this invention. It is a perspective view which looked at the gaming machine of one Embodiment of this invention from the front side. It is a front view of a game board. It is a front view of the game board, and is the figure which shows the state in which the upper left effect device and the lower effect device are operated. It is a front view of the game board, and is the figure which shows the state in which the upper effect device is operated. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of the control system of a game machine. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of the control system of a game machine. It is a figure for demonstrating the transition of a game state, and is a figure for demonstrating the type of a special result. It is a flowchart explaining the main process. It is a flowchart explaining the main process. It is a flowchart explaining timer interrupt processing. It is a flowchart explaining the start port switch monitoring process. It is a flowchart explaining the special figure start port 1 switch processing. It is a flowchart explaining the special figure start port 3 switch processing. It is a flowchart explaining the special figure hold information determination process. FIG. 1 is a flowchart illustrating game processing. Special Figure 2 It is a flowchart explaining game processing. It is a flowchart explaining the main process of an effect control device. It is a flowchart explaining the received command check process. It is a flowchart explaining the received command analysis process. It is a flowchart explaining the variable system command processing. It is a flowchart explaining the variation effect setting process. It is a flowchart explaining the look-ahead fluctuation system command processing. It is a figure explaining an example of a symbol standby effect, and an example of a symbol change effect. It is a figure explaining an example of a symbol standby effect, and an example of a symbol change effect. It is a figure explaining an example of a symbol standby effect, and an example of a symbol change effect. It is a figure explaining an example of a symbol standby effect, and an example of a symbol change effect. It is a figure explaining an example of a symbol standby effect, and an example of a symbol change effect. It is a figure explaining an example of the display mode of the decorative special drawing start memory display, and an example of the light emitting mode of the lower right effect device. It is a figure explaining an example of a first person production and an example of a third person production. It is a figure explaining an example of an operation reflection effect, and an example of an operation promotion effect. It is a figure explaining an example of an operation reflection effect. It is a figure explaining an example of an operation reflection effect. It is a figure explaining the modification of the operation reflection effect. It is a figure explaining the display part such as a model name. It is a figure explaining an example of the operation promotion effect for each model.

<First Embodiment>
FIG. 1 is a front view of the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, and FIG. 2 is a front perspective view of the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment.
As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment includes a front frame 12, and the front frame 12 is rotatably assembled to an outer frame (support frame) 11. The game board 30 (see FIG. 3) is housed in a storage portion (not shown) formed on the front side of the front frame 12. Further, a glass frame (transparent plate holding frame) 15 provided with a cover glass (transparent member) 14 covering the front surface of the game board 30 is attached to the front frame (main body frame) 12.

A model name and the like display unit 16 for displaying the model name and the like of the gaming machine 10 is provided on the upper portion of the glass frame 15.
In addition, lamps, LEDs, etc. are built into the left and right sides of the glass frame 15, and decorations, effects, and notifications when an abnormality occurs (for example, when a payout abnormality occurs, the lamps, LEDs, etc. are displayed in an abnormality notification color (for example, red). A frame decoration device 18 that emits light for lighting (blinking) with (), and a speaker (upper speaker) 19a that emits sound (for example, sound effect) are provided. Further, a speaker (lower speaker) 19b is also provided below the front frame 12 and the glass frame 15. Further, when an abnormality occurs, the abnormality content is notified by voice from the speaker (upper speaker) 19a and the speaker (lower speaker) 19b. A lamp for notifying the payout abnormality may be provided at a predetermined portion of the glass frame 15.

Further, in the lower part of the glass frame 15, an upper plate (storage plate) 21 for supplying a game ball to a hitting ball launching device (not shown) and a game ball paid out from a payout unit provided on the back surface side of the game machine 10 are provided. An outlet 22 and the like for the upper plate ball to flow out are provided. Further, the upper edge portion of the upper plate 21 is provided with an effect button 25 having a built-in effect button switch 25a (see FIG. 7) for receiving a pressing operation input from the player. Further, the effect button 25 also has a built-in drive source for vibrating the effect button 25. That is, the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment has a vibration function that gives a predetermined notification by vibrating the effect button 25. The effect button 25 is configured to be convertible from a normal state (the state shown in FIGS. 1 and 2) to a protruding state (a state in which the upper surface (pressing surface) of the effect button 25 is above the normal state). You may.

At the lower part of the front frame 12, a lower plate (receiver) 23 for storing the game balls paid out when the upper plate 21 is full, an operation unit 24 of the hitting ball launching device, and the like are provided. Further, on the lower right side of the front frame 12, a key hole 26 for inserting a key for opening or locking the front frame 12 or the glass frame 15 is provided.

Further, to the right of the effect button 25, there is a lending button (ball lending button) 27a that is operated when the player receives a ball lending from an adjacent ball lending machine, and a prepaid card is ejected from the card unit of the ball lending machine. Return button (discharge button) 27b to operate, balance indicator (balance display) 27c to display the balance of the prepaid card, upper plate operation lever to operate to let the game ball in the upper plate 21 flow down to the lower plate 23 27d, a mobile terminal holder 28 and the like for placing a mobile terminal such as a smartphone owned by the player are provided. Further, on the left side of the effect button 25, a volume adjusting button 27e, a cross key 29, and the like are provided.
In the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, when the player rotates the operation unit 24, the hitting ball launching device launches the gaming ball supplied from the upper plate 21 toward the gaming area 32 on the front surface of the gaming board 30. do. Further, when the player operates the effect button 25 or the cross key 29, the player's operation is intervened in the variable display game (decorative special figure variable display game) on the display device 41 (see FIG. 3). It can be performed.

Next, an example of the game board 30 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 3 is a front view of the game board 30 of the present embodiment.
As shown in FIG. 3, the game board 30 includes a flat-plate-shaped game board main body 80 that serves as a mounting base for various members. The game board main body 80 is made of wood or synthetic resin, and the front surface of the game board main body 80 is surrounded by resin side cases 33 and an outer peripheral wall (guide rail) 31 provided at each of the four corners of the game board 30. The game area 32 is provided. The gaming machine 10 is configured to launch a gaming ball from a hitting ball launching device into a gaming area 32 surrounded by an outer peripheral wall 31 to play a game. A windmill, an obstacle nail, or the like is arranged in the game area 32 as a member for changing the flow direction of the game ball, and the launched game ball flows down the game area 32 while changing the rolling direction by these members.

A center case 40 that forms a window portion that serves as a display area for a variable display game is attached to substantially the center of the game area 32. Behind the window portion formed in the center case 40, a display device 41 as an effect display device (variable display device) for variablely displaying a plurality of identification information is arranged.
The display device 41 (variable display device) is composed of, for example, a device having a display screen such as an LCD (liquid crystal display) and a CRT (cathode ray tube). Still images and moving images can be displayed as effect images in the area (display area) where the image of the display screen can be displayed. Information about the game such as a background image that enhances the effect is displayed. On the display screen of the display device 41, a plurality of special symbols assigned as identification information are variablely displayed (variablely displayed), and a decorative special figure variable display game corresponding to the special figure variable display game is performed. In addition, an image for producing an effect based on the progress of the game (for example, a jackpot display image, a fanfare display image, an ending display image, etc.) is displayed on the display screen.

In the center case 40, a warp flow path forming member 614 that forms a warp flow path for guiding the game ball flowing down the game area 32 to the inside of the center case 40, and a game ball that has passed through the warp flow path roll. A possible stage portion 620 is provided. Since the stage portion 620 of the center case 40 is arranged above the first start winning opening 36, the game ball rolled on the stage portion 620 can easily win the first starting winning opening 36.

Further, the center case 40 is provided with a board effect device 44 which has a movable member and a light emitting member and produces a game by the operation of the movable member and the light emission of the light emitting member. The board effect device 44 includes an upper left effect device 44a provided in the upper left portion of the center case 40, an upper effect device 44b provided in the upper center of the center case 40, and an upper right effect provided in the upper right portion of the center case 40. There is a device 44c, a lower effect device 44d provided at the lower part of the center case 40, and a lower right effect device 44e provided at the lower right part of the center case 40.

The upper left effect device 44a provided in the upper left portion of the center case 40 includes a movable member and a light emitting member that can be operated. The movable member 721 of the upper left effect device 44a has a substantially elliptical hemisphere, and can move from the initial position shown in FIG. 3 toward the center of the display device 41 to move to the operation position shown in FIG. ..
The movable member 721 can be slidably moved so that the right half portion 722, which is a central portion of the display device 41, is separated from the left half portion 723. In the state shown in FIG. 3, the right half portion 722 and the left half portion 723 are in close contact with each other, and in the state shown in FIG. 4, the right half portion 722 and the left half portion 723 are separated from each other. As shown in FIG. 4, when the right half portion 722 and the left half portion 723 are separated from each other, the light emitting portion 724 can be visually recognized from between the right half portion 722 and the left half portion 723, and it is possible to show linear light emission. It has become. In addition, this linear light emission is arranged in a line with the linear light emitting unit 640 provided in the upper right effect device 44c, and it is possible to perform an integrated light emission effect. Further, the right half portion 722 and the left half portion 723 are made of a material capable of transmitting light, and it is possible to produce an effect by emitting light from a light emitting member arranged at the rear.

The upper effect device 44b provided in the center of the upper part of the center case 40 includes a movable member and a light emitting member that can be operated. The movable member 650 of the upper effect device 44b can move from the initial position shown in FIG. 3 toward the center of the display device 41 and move to the operating position shown in FIG. It is also possible to rotate around an axis along the front-back direction.
The upper right effect device 44c provided in the upper right portion of the center case 40 includes a linear light emitting unit 640 and light emitting units 641 provided on both sides of the light emitting unit 640, and can produce an effect by emitting light.
The lower right effect device 44e provided at the lower right portion of the center case 40 is also provided with a light emitting member, and can produce a light emitting effect.
Further, the lower effect device 44d provided in the lower part of the center case 40 includes a movable member and a light emitting member that can be operated. The movable member 770 of the lower effect device 44d can move from the initial position shown in FIG. 3 toward the center of the display device 41 and move to the operating position shown in FIG.

As shown in FIG. 3, the first start winning opening 36 (first start winning prize) that gives a start condition of the special figure 1 variable display game (first special figure variable display game) to the game area 32 below the center case 40. Area) is provided. The game ball that has won the first start winning opening 36 is detected by the starting opening 1 switch 36a (see FIG. 6). The game area 32 below the first start winning opening 36 is provided with an out opening 30a for collecting game balls that have not won in the winning opening or the like.

A general winning opening 35 is provided on the left side of the first starting winning opening 36 in the game area 32 below the center case 40. The winning of the game ball into the general winning opening 35 is detected by the winning opening switch 35a (see FIG. 6). Further, a general winning opening 35 is also provided on the right side of the game area 32 on the right side of the center case 40 and on the right side of the first starting winning opening 36 in the gaming area 32 below the center case 40. The winning of the game ball into the general winning opening 35 is also detected by the winning opening switch 35a (see FIG. 6).

As shown in FIG. 3, a normal symbol start gate (normal symbol start gate) 34 is provided in the upper part of the game area 32 on the right side of the center case 40. Inside the normal drawing start gate 34, a gate switch 34a (see FIG. 6) for detecting a game ball that has passed through the normal drawing start gate 34 is provided. When the game ball driven into the game area 32 passes through the normal map start gate 34, the normal map variation display game is executed. A general winning opening 35 is provided below the normal drawing start gate 34. Game balls can flow down to the left and right of the general winning opening 35.

In the central part of the game area 32 on the right side of the center case 40, there is a first special variable winning device (upper large winning opening) that can be converted into a state in which the game ball is not accepted and a state in which the game ball is easily accepted depending on the result of the special figure variation display game. ) 38 is provided. The first special variable winning device 38 converts the upper large winning opening into a state in which a game ball can flow in by tilting the opening / closing member 38c to the right with respect to the lower end portion. The first special variable winning device 38 converts the upper prize opening from the closed state to the open state according to the result of the special figure fluctuation display game, and facilitates the inflow of the game ball into the upper prize opening. , A predetermined game value (prize ball) is given to the player. The game ball that has won the first special variable winning device 38 is detected by the large winning opening switch (count switch) 38a (see FIG. 6).

Inside the upper prize opening (winning area), a specific area where game balls can flow in is provided, and a lever solenoid 38f (see FIG. 6) is provided so as to change the inflow probability of the game balls into the specific area. ) Is provided. A specific area switch 38d (see FIG. 6) capable of detecting the inflow of a game ball is provided in the specific area, and based on the detection of the game ball by the specific area switch 38d, a state advantageous for the player can be obtained. It occurs (in the present embodiment, a high probability state occurs after the end of the special gaming state). The game ball that has flowed into the specific area is discharged to the outside of the first special variable winning device 38.

Further, inside the upper prize opening, a residual ball discharge port switch 38e (see FIG. 6) for detecting a game ball discharged to the outside of the first special variable winning device 38 without flowing into a specific area is provided. ing. The number of game balls detected by the large winning opening switch 38a provided inside the upper winning opening (the number of game balls flowing into the upper winning opening), and detected by the specific area switch 38d and the remaining ball ejection port switch 38e. By matching the number of game balls (the number of game balls discharged from the upper prize opening), it can be confirmed that all the game balls in the upper prize opening have been discharged, and basically until this confirmation is completed. Is not open to the new top prize opening.

At the lower part of the game area 32 on the right side of the center case 40, a normal variable winning device 37 (first starting winning area) that gives a start condition for the special figure 1 variable display game (first special figure variable display game) is provided. ing. The game ball that has won the ordinary variable winning device 37 is detected by the starting port 2 switch 37a (see FIG. 6). The normal variable winning device 37 includes a plate-shaped movable member 37b that can slide back and forth, and the movable member 37b always protrudes forward to prevent the game ball from flowing into the normal variable winning device 37 in a closed closed state (game). It is in a disadvantageous state for the person). Then, when the result of the normal fluctuation display game is a predetermined result, the movable member 37b is retracted rearward by the normal electric solenoid 37c (see FIG. 6) as a driving device, and the game is played in the normal fluctuation winning device 37. It can be changed to an open state (a state advantageous for the player) in which the ball can easily flow in.

In the present embodiment, the movable member 37b of the ordinary variable winning device 37 is a so-called tongue-type ordinary electric accessory that opens and closes by advancing and retreating (sliding) in the front-rear direction by the normal variable winning device 37. The movable member of the device 37 is not limited to this. The movable member of the ordinary variable winning device 37 may be, for example, an attacker-type ordinary electric accessory that is opened by rotating the upper end side in a direction in which the upper end side falls toward the front side by the ordinary electric solenoid 37c, or the ordinary electric solenoid 37c. It may be a tulip-shaped ordinary electric accessory that opens in an inverted "C" shape. Further, the normal variable winning device 37 enables the winning of the game ball even when the movable member is closed, and the game ball may be less likely to be won in the closed state than in the open state.

Game balls can flow down to the left and right of the normal variable winning device 37. An out port 30a for collecting game balls that have not won a prize in the winning opening or the like is provided in the flow path on the right side of the ordinary variable winning device 37. Further, the flow path on the left side of the normal variable winning device 37 communicates with the lower part of the game area 32.
A second start winning opening 97 that gives a start condition for a special figure 2 variable display game (second special figure variable display game) on the right side of the game area 32 below the center case 40, that is, below the normal variable winning device 37. (Second start winning area) is provided. The game ball that has won the second start winning opening 97 is detected by the starting opening 3 switch 97a (see FIG. 6).

Of the game area 32 below the center case 40, the game ball is not accepted on the right side of the first start winning opening 36 and on the left side of the second starting winning opening 97 depending on the result of the special figure variation display game. A second special variable winning device (lower large winning opening) 39 that can be converted into a state that is easy to accept is provided. The second special variable winning device 39 converts the lower large winning opening into a state in which a game ball can flow in by moving the opening / closing member 39c back and forth (sliding). The second special variable winning device 39 converts the lower prize opening from the closed state to the open state according to the result of the special figure fluctuation display game, and facilitates the inflow of the game ball into the lower prize opening. , A predetermined game value (prize ball) is given to the player. The game ball that has won the second special variable winning device 39 is detected by the large winning opening switch (count switch) 39a (see FIG. 6). As shown in FIG. 5, the game area 32 on the right side is covered with transparent plates 90 to 93 whose front side can see through the game area 32.

Further, in the upper left part of the game board main body 80 outside the game area 32, a special figure variation display game (special figure 1 variation display game, special figure 2 variation display game) and a general map variation display game are executed collectively. A display device 50 is provided.
The batch display device 50 includes a special figure 1 display (first special figure variation display unit) for a special figure 1 variable display game composed of a 7-segment type display (LED lamp) and the like, and a 7-segment type display. Special figure 2 display for special figure 2 variable display game (2nd special figure variable display unit) composed of a device (LED lamp), etc., and special figure 1 variable display game start memory number composed of LED lamps. It includes a first storage display unit for notification and a second storage display unit for notifying the start memory number of the special figure 2 variable display game composed of LED lamps.

Further, the batch display device 50 has a round display unit that displays the number of rounds at the time of a big hit (the number of times of opening and closing of the special variable winning devices 38 and 39), and a left-handed (normal) or right-handed hit that is advantageous to the player. A first game state display unit for notifying a player (a hitting method corresponding to a game state) and a probability display unit for notifying a probability state (high probability state or low probability state) of a special figure variation display game are provided. The batch display device 50 has a probability state display unit that displays that the probability state of the jackpot is in the high probability state when the power of the gaming machine 10 is turned on, and a display that lights up when a jackpot occurs to notify the occurrence of the jackpot. A unit (display) or the like may be provided.
Further, the batch display device 50 includes a normal map display unit that displays a normal map fluctuation display game, a storage display unit for notifying the start memory number of the normal map fluctuation display game, and lights up when a time saving state occurs to generate a time saving state. A time-saving state notification unit or the like for notifying is provided.

The special figure variation display game on the special figure 1 display and the special figure 2 display of the batch display device 50 is, for example, during the execution of the variation display game, that is, while the decorative special figure variation display game is being performed on the display device 41. Flashes the center segment to indicate that it is changing. The blinking cycle is set to, for example, 100 msec. In the case of the present embodiment, in the special figure 1 fluctuation display game on the special figure 1 display, in addition to the central segment, the eighth segment provided on the lower right side of the 7-segment is also blinked and driven to change. It is configured so that the inside is displayed so that the special figure 1 and the special figure 2 can be distinguished. Then, when the result of the game is "off", for example, the central segment (in the case of special figure 1, the eighth segment on the lower right side in addition) is turned on as the result mode of the off, and the result of the game is In the case of "hit", the result mode (for example, a number or a symbol) other than the result mode of the hit is turned on and the game result is displayed.

The first storage display unit of the batch display device 50 is the number of undigested balls (starting memory) among the number of winning balls to the first starting winning opening 36 and the normal variable winning device 37, which are the fluctuation start conditions of the special figure 1 display. Number = number of holds) is displayed by turning off and turning on (blinking) multiple LEDs.
The second storage display unit of the batch display device 50 determines the number of undigested balls (starting memory number = pending number) among the number of winning balls to the second starting winning opening 97, which is a variable start condition of the special figure 2 display. Displayed by turning off and turning on (blinking) multiple LEDs.
The round display unit of the batch display device 50 is composed of LED lamps and the like. For example, all the LEDs are turned off when not in the special game state, and the round selected according to the special result during the special game state. Turn on the LED according to the number. The round display unit may be composed of a 7-segment type display.

The first game status display unit of the batch display device 50 is composed of LED lamps and the like. For example, in the case where it is determined to proceed with the game by hitting left (normal hitting), all the LEDs Is turned off, and in the case where it is determined to proceed with the game by hitting right (when hitting right), all the LEDs are turned on.
The probability display unit of the batch display device 50 is composed of an LED lamp or the like. For example, when the probability state of the jackpot is a low probability state (normal probability state), all the LEDs are turned off and the probability state of the jackpot is high. In the case of the probability state (probability change state), all the LEDs are turned on.

FIG. 6 is a block diagram of the control system of the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment.
The game machine 10 includes a game control device 100, and the game control device 100 is a main control device (main board) that collectively controls a game, and a game microcomputer (hereinafter, referred to as a game microcomputer) 111. It is composed of a CPU unit 110 having a CPU unit 110, an input unit 120 having an input port, an output unit 130 having an output port, a driver, and the like, and a data bus 140 connecting the CPU unit 110, the input unit 120, and the output unit 130. ..

The CPU unit 110 includes a gaming microcomputer (CPU) 111 called an amusement chip (IC) and an oscillator such as a crystal oscillator, and generates an operating clock of the CPU, a timer interrupt, and a clock that serves as a reference for a random number generation circuit. It has an oscillator circuit (crystal oscillator) 113 and the like. A predetermined level of DC voltage such as DC32V, DC12V, DC5V generated by the power supply device 400 is supplied to the game control device 100 and electronic components such as a solenoid and a motor driven by the game control device 100 to enable operation. Will be done.

The power supply device 400 is a normal power supply unit having an AC-DC converter that generates a DC voltage of DC32V from a 24V AC power supply, a DC-DC converter that generates a lower level DC voltage such as DC12V, DC5V, etc. from a voltage of DC32V. It has a 410, a backup power supply unit 420 that supplies a power supply voltage to the internal RAM of the game microcomputer 111 in the event of a power failure, and a power failure monitoring circuit, and a power failure monitoring signal that notifies the game control device 100 of the occurrence and recovery of a power failure. It includes a control signal generation unit 430 and the like that generate and output a control signal such as a reset signal.

In this embodiment, the power supply unit 400 is configured separately from the game control device 100, but the backup power supply unit 420 and the control signal generation unit 430 are integrated on a separate board or with the game control device 100, that is, the main unit. It may be configured to be provided on the substrate. Since the game board 30 and the game control device 100 are to be replaced when the model is changed, the backup power supply unit 420 and the control signal generation unit 430 are mounted on a board different from the power supply device 400 or the main board as in the present embodiment. By providing the above, it is possible to reduce the cost by excluding it from the target of replacement.

The backup power supply unit 420 can be configured by one large-capacity capacitor such as an electrolytic capacitor. The backup power supply is supplied to the game microcomputer 111 (particularly the built-in RAM) of the game control device 100, and the data stored in the RAM is retained even during a power failure or even after the power is cut off. That is, the game control device 100 can store and retain information about the game even if a power failure occurs and the power supply to the game machine is stopped, and after the power failure is restored, the game can be restarted based on the stored information. It serves as a means for retaining the memory of game information. The control signal generation unit 430 monitors the voltage of 32V generated by the normal power supply unit 410, for example, detects the occurrence of a power failure when it drops to 17V or less, changes the power failure monitoring signal, and changes the power failure monitoring signal, and also resets the signal after a predetermined time. Is output. Also, when the power is turned on or when the power is restored, a reset signal is output after a predetermined time has elapsed from that point.

Further, the game control device 100 is provided with a RAM initialization switch 112. When the RAM initialization switch 112 is operated, an initialization switch signal is generated, and based on this, the information stored in the RAM 111C in the gaming microcomputer 111 and the RAM in the payout control device 200 is forcibly initialized. Processing is done. Although not particularly limited, the initialization switch signal is read when the power is turned on, and the power failure monitoring signal is repeatedly read in the main loop of the main program executed by the gaming microcomputer 111. A reset signal is a type of forced interrupt signal that resets the entire control system.

The gaming microcomputer 111 includes a CPU (central processing unit: microprocessor) 111A, a read-only ROM (read-only memory) 111B, and a RAM (random access memory) 111C that can be read and written at any time.

The ROM 111B non-volatilely stores invariant information (programs, fixed data, determination values of various random numbers, etc.) for game control, and the RAM 111C stores the work area of the CPU 111A and various signals and random number values during game control. It is used as. As the ROM 111B or the RAM 111C, an electrically rewritable non-volatile memory such as EEPROM may be used.

Further, the ROM 111B stores, for example, a variation pattern table for determining a variation pattern (variation mode) that defines the execution time of the special figure variation display game, the effect content, the presence / absence of the occurrence of the reach state, and the like. The variation pattern table is a table for the CPU 111A to refer to the variation pattern random numbers 1 to 3 stored as the start memory to determine the variation pattern. Further, the fluctuation pattern table includes a missed fluctuation pattern table selected when the result is missed, a jackpot fluctuation pattern table selected when the result is a jackpot, and the like. Further, these pattern tables include a table for determining the latter half fluctuation pattern, which is a fluctuation pattern after reaching the reach state (second half fluctuation group table, second half fluctuation pattern selection table, etc.), and fluctuation before reaching the reach state. A table for determining the first half fluctuation pattern, which is a pattern (first half fluctuation group table, first half fluctuation pattern selection table, etc.) is included.

Here, the reach (reach state) has a display device whose display state can be changed, and the display device derives and displays a plurality of display results at different times, and the plurality of display results are predetermined. In the gaming machine 10 in which the gaming state becomes an advantageous gaming state (special gaming state) for the player when the special result mode is adopted, a part of the plurality of display results is already derived and displayed at a stage where the display is not yet derived. A display state in which the displayed display result satisfies the condition of the special result mode. In other words, the reach state is out of the display condition that is the special result mode even when the variable display control of the display device progresses and the display result reaches the stage before the derivation display. Refers to a display mode that does not exist. Further, for example, a state in which variation display is performed by a plurality of variation display areas (so-called full rotation reach) while maintaining a state in which the special result modes are aligned is also included in the reach state. Further, the reach state is a display state at the time when the display control of the display device progresses and reaches the stage before the display result is derived and displayed, and is determined before the display result is derived and displayed. It refers to a display state when at least a part of the display results of a plurality of variable display areas satisfies the condition of the special result mode.

Therefore, for example, the decorative special figure variation display game displayed on the display device corresponding to the special figure variation display game changes a plurality of identification information for a predetermined time in each of the left, middle, and right variation display areas on the display device. After the display, when the variation display is stopped in the order of left, right, and middle to display the result mode, the left and right variation display areas satisfy the conditions for the special result mode (for example,). The state in which the variable display is stopped with the same identification information) is the reach state. In addition to this, when the fluctuation display of all the fluctuation display areas is temporarily stopped, the condition of the special result mode in any two of the left, middle, and right fluctuation display areas is satisfied (for example, the same). The state that has become the identification information, except for the special result mode) may be set as the reach state, and the remaining one variable display area may be variablely displayed from this reach state.

The reach state includes a plurality of reach effects, and as reach effects in which the possibility of deriving a special result mode is different (expected value is different), normal reach (N reach), special 1 reach (SP1 reach), and so on. Special 2 reach (SP2 reach), special 3 reach (SP3 reach), and premier reach are set. The expected value increases in the order of no reach <normal reach <special 1 reach <special 2 reach <special 3 reach <premier reach. Further, this reach state is included in the variation display mode at least when the special result mode is derived (when it becomes a big hit) in the special figure variation display game. That is, it may be included in the variation display mode when it is determined that the special result mode is not derived in the special figure variation display game (when it is out of order). Therefore, the state in which the reach state occurs is more likely to be a big hit than the case in which the reach state does not occur.

The CPU 111A executes a game control program in the ROM 111B to generate a control signal (command) for the payout control device 200 and the effect control device 300, or generate and output a drive signal for a solenoid or a display device to output the game machine. 10 Control the entire system. Further, although not shown, the gaming microcomputer 111 includes a jackpot random number for determining a hit in a special figure variation display game, a jackpot symbol random number for determining a jackpot symbol, and a variation pattern in a special figure variation display game (various types). Random number generation circuit for generating fluctuation pattern random numbers for determining (including the execution time of the fluctuation display game in the fluctuation display without reach and reach), hit random numbers for determining the hit of the clock fluctuation display game, etc. And a clock generator that generates a clock that gives a timer interrupt signal of a predetermined period (for example, 4 milliseconds) to the CPU 111A and an update timing of the random number generation circuit based on the oscillation signal (original clock signal) from the oscillation circuit 113. There is.

Further, the CPU 111A acquires any one of the fluctuation pattern tables stored in the ROM 111B in the process related to the special figure fluctuation display game. Specifically, the CPU 111A determines the game result (big hit, small hit or miss) of the special figure variation display game, the probability state (low probability state or high probability state) of the special figure variation display game as the current game state. One of the fluctuation pattern tables is selected and acquired from the plurality of fluctuation pattern tables based on the number of start storages and the like. Here, the CPU 111A serves as a variation distribution information acquisition means for acquiring any one of the plurality of variation pattern tables stored in the ROM 111B when executing the special figure variation display game.

The payout control device 200 includes a CPU, ROM, RAM, input interface, output interface, etc., and drives the payout motor of the payout unit in accordance with a prize ball payout command (command or data) from the game control device 100 to drive the prize ball. Control to pay out. Further, the payout control device 200 drives the payout motor of the payout unit based on the ball lending request signal from the card unit, and controls for paying out the lending ball.

The input unit 120 of the gaming microcomputer 111 includes a panel radio wave sensor 62 that detects the emission of radio waves to the game machine, a starting port 1 switch 36a in the first starting winning opening 36, and a starting port 2 switch in the normal variable winning device 37. 37a, starting port 3 switch 97a in the second starting winning opening 97, winning opening switch 35a in the general winning opening 35, large winning opening switch 38a in the first special variable winning device 38, in the second special variable winning device 39 The large winning opening switch 39a, the gate switch 34a in the starting gate 34 of the normal drawing, the specific area switch 38d arranged in the first special variable winning device 38, the remaining ball discharge port switch 38e, and the game area 32. It is connected to the out ball detection switch 32a that detects all the game balls (safe ball and out ball) that have finished the game, and a negative logic signal such as a high level of 11V and a low level of 7V supplied from these switches is output. An interface chip (proximity I / F) 121 that is input and converted into a 0V-5V positive logic signal is provided. Since the input range of the proximity I / F121 is 7V-11V, the lead wires of the sensor and proximity switch are illegally shorted, the sensor and switch are disconnected from the connector, and the lead wires are cut and floated. It is configured to be able to detect an abnormal state such as the above and output an abnormality detection signal.

The output of the proximity I / F 121 is supplied to the second input port 123, the third input port 124, or the fourth input port 126, and is read into the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140. Of the outputs of the proximity I / F 121, the detection signals of the start port 1 switch 36a, the start port 2 switch 37a, the start port 3 switch 97a, the winning port switch 35a, the large winning port switches 38a and 39a, and the gate switch 34a are the first. 2 Input to the input port 123. Further, among the outputs of the proximity I / F 121, the detection signals of the specific area switch 38d, the remaining ball discharge port switch 38e, and the out ball detection switch 32a are input to the fourth input port 126. Further, among the outputs of the proximity I / F 121, the detection signal of the panel radio wave sensor 62 and the abnormality detection signal output when an abnormality of the sensor or the switch is detected are input to the third input port 124.

Further, in the third input port 124, a detection signal of a magnetic sensor 61 for fraud detection provided on a front frame 12 or the like of the gaming machine 10, a detection signal of a vibration sensor 65 for detecting the vibration of the gaming machine 10, and a gaming machine. The detection signal of the glass frame opening detection switch 63 provided on the glass frame 15 or the like of 10 and the detection signal of the main body frame opening detection switch 64 provided on the front frame (main body frame) 12 or the like of the gaming machine 10 are also input. It has become.

Further, a signal from the setting key switch 152 for detecting the operation of the setting key operation unit is input to the third input port 124. The setting key operation unit is provided with a keyway for inserting the setting key, and is configured so that the setting key can be turned from the first position to the second position (predetermined state) only when the corresponding setting key is inserted. .. The setting key switch 152 is a sensor that can detect that it is in the state of being turned to the second position, and is turned on when it is in the state of being turned to the second position, and is in the state of not being turned to the second position. In some cases, it turns off.

The RAM initialization switch 112 and the setting key operation unit are operation units for selecting from a plurality of probability setting values to which probability values that give special results in the special figure variation display game are assigned, and operate these operation units. As a result, it is possible to select a probability setting value to which a probability value that gives a special result is assigned in the special figure fluctuation display game, and the probability value corresponding to the selected probability setting value is used in the game. There is. Here, six probability setting values, "setting 1" to "setting 6", are prepared.

When selecting the probability setting value, the probability setting value is set by turning on the power of the gaming machine while operating (pressing) the RAM initialization switch 112 with the setting key of the setting key operation unit turned to the second position. The probability setting value change mode is set, and the probability setting value can be changed by operating (pressing) the RAM initialization switch 112 during the probability setting value change mode. The selected probability setting value is displayed on the performance display device 153 for displaying the calculated base value and the accessory ratio. Specifically, the performance display device 153 displays the probability set value information while the operation related to the probability set value is being performed (during the probability set value change mode and the probability set value confirmation mode), and other than that. In, the calculated base value and the accessory ratio are displayed.

Further, by turning on the power of the gaming machine while the setting key of the setting key operation unit is turned to the second position (the RAM initialization switch 112 is not operated), the currently selected probability setting value is set to the performance display device. It is displayed in 153, but the probability setting value cannot be changed. The probability setting value confirmation mode is set. The RAM initialization switch 112 and the setting key operation unit cannot be operated unless the front frame 12 is opened.
The performance display device 153 is a 7-segment type display, and displays the probability set value as a number from 1 to 6. Of course, the display mode is not limited to this, and any display mode that can recognize the probability set value may be used. Further, a display device of another type such as a liquid crystal display device may be used, or a probability set value may be indicated by the lighting mode of one or a plurality of LEDs, the emission color, and the like.

Of the outputs of the proximity I / F 121, the output to the second input port 123 and the output to the fourth input port 126 (excluding the detection signal of the out ball detection switch 32a) are from the main board 100 to the relay board 70. It is also supplied to a test firing test device (not shown) via. Further, among the outputs of the proximity I / F 121, the detection signals of the start port 1 switch 36a, the start port 2 switch 37a, and the start port 3 switch 97a are input to the game microcomputer 111 in addition to the second input port 123. It is configured.

As described above, the proximity I / F 121 has a signal level conversion function. In order to enable such a level conversion function, the proximity I / F 121 is supplied with a voltage of 12V in addition to the voltage such as 5V required for normal IC operation from the power supply device 400. It has become.

The data held by the second input port 123 is read out by asserting the enable signal CE2 (changing to an effective level) by the gaming microcomputer 111 decoding the address assigned to the second input port 123. be able to. The same applies to the third input port 124, the fourth input port 126, and the first input port 122 described later.

Further, the input unit 120 receives a frame radio wave illegal signal from the payout control device 200 (a signal output based on the frame radio wave sensor provided on the front frame 12 detecting a radio wave) and a payout busy signal (payout control device). 200 indicates whether or not the command can be accepted), payout abnormality status signal (status signal indicating payout abnormality), shoot ball out switch signal (signal indicating shortage of game balls before payout), overflow switch signal (A signal output when it is detected that a predetermined amount or more of game balls are stored in the lower plate 23 (it is full)), and a touch switch signal (for input of a touch switch provided on the operation unit 24). A first input port 122 is provided which takes in (based on a signal) and supplies it to the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140.

Further, the input unit 120 is provided with a Schmidt buffer 125 for inputting a signal such as a power failure monitoring signal or a reset signal from the power supply device 400 to the gaming microcomputer 111 or the like, and the Schmidt buffer 125 is provided with these input signals. It has a function to remove noise from. The power failure monitoring signal from the power supply device 400 and the initialization switch signal from the RAM initialization switch 112 are once input to the first input port 122, and are taken into the gaming microcomputer 111 via the data bus 140. That is, it is treated as a signal equivalent to the signal from the various switches described above. This is because there is a limit to the number of terminals provided on the gaming microcomputer 111 that receive signals from the outside.

On the other hand, the reset signal RESET whose noise has been removed by the Schmidt buffer 125 is directly input to the reset terminal provided in the gaming microcomputer 111 and is supplied to each port of the output unit 130. Further, the reset signal RESET is output directly to the relay board 70 without going through the output unit 130, so that the test firing test signal held in the port (not shown) of the relay board 70 is turned off in order to output to the test firing test apparatus. It is configured as follows. Further, the reset signal RESET may be configured to be output to the test firing test apparatus via the relay board 70. The reset signal RESET is not supplied to the ports 122, 123, 124, 126 of the input unit 120. The data set in each port of the output unit 130 by the gaming microcomputer 111 immediately before the reset signal RESET is input needs to be reset in order to prevent system malfunction, but each of the input units 120 immediately before the reset signal RESET is input. This is because the data read by the game microcomputer 111 from the port is discarded by resetting the game microcomputer 111.

The output unit 130 is provided with a Schmidt buffer 132 arranged on a communication path from the game microcomputer 111 to the effect control device 300 and a communication path from the game microcomputer 111 to the payout control device 200. Data is transmitted from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300 and the payout control device 200 by serial communication. It should be noted that the one-way communication is such that a signal cannot be input to the game control device 100 from the effect control device 300 side.

Further, the output unit 130 is connected to the data bus 140, and data for notifying the special symbol information of the variable display game to the test firing test device of the accreditation body (not shown), a signal indicating the probability state of the jackpot, and the like are transmitted via the relay board 70. The output buffer 133 is configured to be mountable. This buffer 133 is a component that is not mounted on the game control device (main board) of a pachinko gaming machine as an actual machine (mass production product) installed in a game store. The detection signal of a switch that does not need to be processed, such as a start port switch output from the proximity I / F 121, is supplied to the test firing test apparatus via the relay board 70 without passing through the buffer 133.

On the other hand, a detection signal that cannot be supplied to the test firing test device as it is, such as the magnetic sensor 61, the panel radio wave sensor 62, and the vibration sensor 65, is once taken into the gaming microcomputer 111 and processed into other signals or information, for example, a game. It is supplied from the data bus 140 to the test firing test device via the buffer 133 and the relay board 70 as an error signal indicating that the machine cannot control the game. The relay board 70 is provided with a port that takes in the signal output from the buffer 133 and supplies it to the test firing test apparatus, a connector that relays and transmits the signal line of the switch detection signal that does not go through the buffer, and the like. There is. A chip enable signal CE output from the gaming microcomputer 111 is also supplied to the port on the relay board 70, and the signal of the port selectively controlled by the signal CE is supplied to the test firing test apparatus.

Further, the output unit 130 is provided with a second output port 134 connected to the data bus 140. The second output port 134 is a first large winning opening solenoid (large winning opening solenoid 1) 38b for opening the first special variable winning device 38, and a second large winning opening solenoid (large) for opening the second special variable winning device 39. The operation data of the winning port solenoid 2) 39b, the lever solenoid 38f for operating the lever member in the first special variable winning device 38, and the normal electric solenoid 37c for opening the normal variable winning device 37 are output and are currently selected. This port is for outputting the display data of the performance display device 153 that displays the stochastic set value.
Further, the output unit 130 has a third output port 135 for outputting on / off data of the segment line to which the anode terminal of the LED is connected according to the content to be displayed on the batch display device 50, and the batch display device 50. A fourth output port 136 is provided for outputting on / off data of the digit line to which the cathode terminal of the LED is connected.

Further, the output unit 130 is provided with a fifth output port 137 for outputting information about the gaming machine 10 such as jackpot information to the external information terminal board 71. The external information terminal board 71 is provided with a photo relay, which can be connected to, for example, an external device (information collection terminal, amusement hall internal management device (hall computer), etc.) installed in a game store, and can provide information about the game machine 10. It can be supplied to an external device. Further, a launch permission signal is also output from the fifth output port 137 to the payout control device 200 via the Schmidt buffer 132.

Further, the output unit 130 receives the operation data signals of the large winning opening solenoids 38b and 39b, the lever solenoid 38f, and the general electric solenoid 37c output from the second output port 134, and generates and outputs a solenoid drive signal. It is output from the second driver 138b and the fourth output port 136 that output the on / off drive signal of the segment line on the current supply side of the batch display device 50 output from the driver (drive circuit) 138a and the third output port 135. The external information signal supplied from the third driver 138c and the fifth output port 137 that output the on / off drive signal of the digit line on the current drawing side of the batch display device 50 to the external device such as the management device is sent to the external information terminal board 71. A fourth driver 138d to output and a fifth driver 138e to generate and output a drive signal by receiving the display data signal of the performance display device 153 output from the second output port 134 are provided. Data is transmitted from the second output port 134 to the fifth driver 138e by serial communication.

DC32V is supplied from the power supply device 400 as a power supply voltage to the first driver 138a so that a solenoid operating at 32V can be driven. DC5V is supplied from the power supply device 400 as the power supply voltage to the fifth driver 138e so that the performance display device 153 operating at 5V can be driven.
Further, DC12V is supplied to the second driver 138b that drives the segment line of the batch display device 50. Since the third driver 138c for driving the digit wire is for pulling out the digit wire corresponding to the display data with a current, the power supply voltage may be either 12V or 5V.

A dynamic drive system in which a second driver 138b that outputs 12V causes a current to flow into the anode terminal of the LED via the segment wire, and a third driver 138c that outputs a ground potential draws a current from the cathode terminal via the segment wire. The power supply voltage flows through the LEDs selected in sequence with, and the LEDs are turned on.
The fourth driver 138d, which outputs the external information signal to the external information terminal board 71, supplies the external information signal with a level of 12V, so that DC12V is supplied.
The buffer 133, the second output port 134, the first driver 138a, and the like may be provided on the output unit 130 of the game control device 100, that is, on the relay board 70 side instead of the main board.

Further, the output unit 130 is provided with a photocoupler 139 for transmitting information such as an identification code and a program of each gaming machine to an external inspection device 500. The photocoupler 139 is configured so that the gaming microcomputer 111 can communicate with the inspection device 500 by serial communication. Since such data transmission / reception is performed using the serial communication terminal of the gaming microcomputer 111 as in the case of a normal general-purpose microprocessor, ports such as input ports 122, 123, 124, 126 are provided. No.

Although not particularly limited, the starting port 1 switch 36a in the first starting winning opening 36, the starting port 2 switch 37a in the normal variable winning device 37, and the starting port 3 switch in the second starting winning opening 97 are not particularly limited. The 97a, the winning opening switch 35a, the large winning opening switches 38a, 39a, and the gate switch 34a are provided with a coil for magnetic detection, and the game ball is detected by utilizing the phenomenon that the magnetic field changes when a metal approaches the coil. A contact-type magnetic proximity sensor (hereinafter referred to as a proximity switch) is used. Further, the glass frame opening detection switch 63 provided on the glass frame 15 or the like of the gaming machine 10 and the main body frame opening detection switch 64 provided on the front frame (main body frame) 12 or the like are microswitches having mechanical contacts. Can be used.

Next, the configuration of the effect control device 300 will be described with reference to FIG. 7.
The effect control device 300 is used to display images on the display device 41 according to commands and data from the main control microcomputer (CPU) 311 composed of an amusement chip (IC) and the main control microcomputer 311 like the game microcomputer 111. It is provided with a VDP (Video Display Processor) 312 as a graphic processor that performs image processing, and a sound source LSI 314 that controls sound output in order to reproduce various melody and sound effects from the speakers 19a and 19b.

The main control microcomputer 311 holds a program ROM 321 consisting of a program executed by the CPU and a PROM (programmable read-only memory) that stores various data, a RAM 322 that provides a work area, and a stored content even if power is not supplied in the event of a power failure. A possible FeRAM 323 and an RTC (real-time clock) 338 that serves as a timekeeping means for generating information indicating the current date and time (year, month, day, day, time, etc.) are connected. A RAM that provides a work area is also provided inside the main control microcomputer 311. A WDT (watchdog timer) circuit 324 is connected to the main control microcomputer 311. The main control microcomputer 311 analyzes commands from the game microcomputer 111, determines the production content, instructs the VDP 312 about the content of the output video, instructs the sound source LSI 314 of the reproduced sound, lights the decorative lamp, and the motor. And the drive control of the solenoid, the management of the production time, and so on.

The VDP 312 is provided with a RAM 312a that provides a work area and a scaler 312b for enlarging / reducing an image. Further, the VDP 312 has an image ROM 325 in which character images and video data are stored, and an ultra-high-speed VRAM (video RAM) used for developing and processing image data such as characters read from the image ROM 325. ) 326 is connected.

Although not particularly limited, data is transmitted and received between the main control microcomputer 311 and the VDP 312 in a parallel manner. By sending and receiving data in parallel, commands and data can be sent in a shorter time than in the case of serial.

From the VDP 312 to the main control microcomputer 311, a vertical synchronization signal VSYNC for synchronizing the video of the display device 41 with the lighting of the decorative lamps provided on the glass frame 15 and the game board 30, and a synchronization signal for giving data transmission timing. STS is input. It should be noted that the VDP 312 informs the main control microcomputer 311 that it is in a state of waiting for reception of interrupt signals INT0 to n and commands and data from the main control microcomputer 311 in order to notify the processing status such as the end of drawing in VRAM. The wait signal WAIT and the like for this is also input.

The effect control device 300 is provided with a signal conversion circuit 313 that generates a video signal to be transmitted to the display device 41 by an LVDS (small amplitude signal transmission) method. Video data, a horizontal synchronization signal HSYNC, and a vertical synchronization signal VSYNC are input from the VDP 312 to the signal conversion circuit 313, and the video generated by the VDP 312 is transmitted to the display device 41 via the signal conversion circuit 313. Is displayed.

An audio ROM 327 in which audio data is stored is connected to the sound source LSI 314. The main control microcomputer 311 and the sound source LSI 314 are connected via the address / data bus 340. Further, an interrupt signal INT is input from the sound source LSI 314 to the main control microcomputer 311. The effect control device 300 is provided with an amplifier circuit 337 including an audio power amplifier for driving the upper speaker 19a provided on the glass frame 15 and the lower speaker 19b provided on the front frame 12, and the sound source LSI 314. The generated sound is output from the upper speaker 19a and the lower speaker 19b via the amplifier circuit 337.

Further, the effect control device 300 is provided with an interface chip (command I / F) 331 that receives a command transmitted from the game control device 100. The effect control command signal (effect command) is transmitted from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300 via this command I / F331, such as a decoration special figure hold number command, a decoration special figure command, a variation command, and a stop information command. ). Since the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100 operates at DC 5 V and the main control microcomputer 311 of the effect control device 300 operates at DC 3.3 V, the command I / F 331 is provided with a signal level conversion function. There is.

Further, the effect control device 300 includes a board decoration LED control circuit 332 and a glass frame 15 for driving and controlling a board decoration device 46 having an LED (light emitting diode) provided on the game board 30 (including the center case 40). A board effect provided on a frame decoration LED control circuit 333 and a game board 30 (including a center case 40) for driving and controlling a frame decoration device having an LED (light emitting diode) (for example, a frame decoration device 18 or the like). A panel effect movable body control circuit 334 for driving and controlling a device 44 (for example, a movable accessory that enhances the effect of the effect in cooperation with the effect display on the display device 41) is provided. These control circuits 332 to 334 that drive and control lamps, motors, solenoids, and the like are connected to the main control microcomputer 311 via the address / data bus 340. Even if the glass frame 15 is provided with a frame effect device provided with a drive source such as a motor (for example, a motor for operating a device for effect) and is provided with a frame effect movable body control circuit for driving and controlling the frame effect device. good.

Further, the effect control device 300 includes an effect button switch 25a built in the effect button 25 provided on the glass frame 15, a cross key 29 provided on the glass frame 15, and an initial position of a motor in the board effect device 44. The function of detecting the on / off state of the effect switch 47 (effect motor switch) for detecting the above and the like and inputting the detection signal to the main control microcomputer 311 and the volume control switch 335 provided in the effect control device 300. A switch input circuit 336 having a function of detecting a state and inputting a detection signal to the main control microcomputer 311 is provided.

The normal power supply unit 410 of the power supply device 400 drives a motor or a solenoid in order to supply a desired level of DC voltage to the effect control device 300 having the above configuration and the electronic components controlled by the effect control device 300. DC32V, display device 41 consisting of liquid crystal panel, DC12V for driving motors and LEDs, DC5V for driving command I / F331, and DC15V for driving motors, LEDs, and speakers. It is configured to do. Further, when an LSI operating at a low voltage such as 3.3V or 1.2V is used as the main control microcomputer 311, the DC-DC for generating DC3.3V or DC1.2V based on DC5V is used. A DC converter is provided in the effect control device 300. The DC-DC converter may be provided in the normal power supply unit 410.

The reset signal generated by the control signal generation unit 430 of the power supply device 400 is supplied to the main control microcomputer 311 to put the device in the reset state. Further, in the form of being output from the main control microcomputer 311, the VDP 312 (VDPReSET signal), the sound source LSI314, the amplifier circuit 337 (SNDRESET signal) that drives the speaker, and the control circuit 332-334 (IOReSET) that drives and controls lamps, motors, and the like. It is supplied to the signal) and puts them in the reset state. Further, a cooling FAN 45 for cooling various parts of the gaming machine 10 is connected to the effect control device 300, and the cooling FAN 45 is driven when the power of the effect control device 300 is turned on.

[Game state transition diagram (game flow)]
Next, the transition (transition) of the game state by the game control of the game control device 100 will be described. FIG. 8A is a diagram illustrating a game state transition diagram (game flow) showing the transition of the game state in the present embodiment.
The gaming states include a normal gaming state ST1, a first specific gaming state ST4, a second specific gaming state ST3, and a third specific gaming state ST2. In addition to this, there are a first special gaming state based on the first special result (big hit) and a second special gaming state based on the second special result (small hit), which are omitted here.

The big hit is a special result (first special result) with the operation of the condition device, and the small hit is a special result (second special result) without the operation of the condition device. The condition device operates when a big hit occurs (stop display of the big hit symbol) in the special figure fluctuation display game, and when the condition device operates, for example, a big hit state occurs and it is special as a special electric accessory. It means that a specific flag for continuously operating the variable winning devices 38 and 39 is set (the accessory continuous operating device is activated). The fact that the condition device does not operate means that the above-mentioned flag is not set as in the case where the small hit lottery is won, for example. The "conditional device" may be a software means such as a flag that is turned on / off by software as described above, or a hardware means such as a switch that is turned on / off electrically. Further, "conditional device" is a term generally used in the field of pachinko gaming machines as a device whose operation is a necessary condition for continuous operation of an electric accessory, and the same applies to this specification. It is used as a term that has a meaning.

In each game state, the special figure probability from which the first special result (big hit) to be controlled by the game control device 100 is derived, the effect mode controlled by the effect control device 300 to determine the effect mode of the game, and the game. The main starting area, which is the starting area to be mainly aimed at in the state, the main variable special map, which is the type of the special figure variation display game to be mainly executed, and the launch direction of the game ball are defined.

In the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, it is possible to aim for a prize in the first start winning opening 36 by hitting left, and aiming for a prize in the normal variable winning device 37 or the second starting winning opening 97 by hitting right. You can do it. That is, it is possible to select the target starting area according to the player's will. Further, each game state is designed on the assumption that one of the special figure 1 variable display game and the special figure 2 variable display game is mainly played, and the player plays the game according to this design. It is configured so that it is advantageous for the player to proceed mainly with the special figure variation display game, which is determined to be the main in the design so as to proceed. In the following description, one special figure variation display game determined to be the main in each game state may be referred to as a main variation, and the other special figure variation display game may be referred to as an irregular variation.
Further, in the present embodiment, the small hit probability, which is the probability of a small hit (second special result), is higher in the special figure 2 than in the special figure 1.

In the normal game state ST1, the special figure probability is low, and there is no general electric support that improves the opening time per unit time of the normal variable winning device 37 to facilitate winning, and the special figure variable display game or normal Figure Fluctuation display There is no time saving to shorten the fluctuation time of the game. In addition, the effect mode that defines the effect mode is a normal mode. The main variation special figure is a special figure 1 variation display game, the main starting area is the first starting winning opening 36, and the firing direction is left-handed in order to aim at the first starting winning opening 36. That is, it is designed so that the special figure 1 variable display game is the main variation and the special figure 2 variable display game is the irregular variation. In this normal game state ST1, a very long fluctuation time is set for the special figure 2 fluctuation display game. As a result, the execution of the special figure 2 variable display game becomes inefficient in terms of time, and the player does not select the execution of the special figure 2 variable display game aiming at the acquisition of a small hit in the normal game state ST1. ..

The second specific game state ST3 is a state in which the special figure probability is high, and there is a general electric support that improves the opening time per unit time of the normal variable winning device 37 to facilitate winning. If there is Fuden support, it will be possible to shorten the fluctuation time of the special figure fluctuation display game and the normal map fluctuation display game. The effect mode that defines the effect mode is the chance mode. Further, the main variable special figure is a special figure 1 variable display game, the main starting area is the normal variable winning device 37, and the firing direction is right-handed in order to aim at the normal variable winning device 37. That is, it is designed so that the special figure 1 variable display game is the main variation and the special figure 2 variable display game is the irregular variation. In the second specific game state ST3, the fluctuation time of the special figure 1 variation display game is shortened as compared with the case of the normal game state ST1, and the right-handed hit is aimed at the normal variation winning device 37, and the special figure 1 is aimed at. It is advantageous for the player to play the variable display game.
The third specific game state ST2 is the same as the second specific game state ST3 except that the special figure probability is a low probability state and the number of supports has an upper limit.

In the first specific game state ST4, the special figure probability is a high probability state, and there is no general electric support that improves the opening time per unit time of the normal variable winning device 37 to facilitate winning, and the special figure variable display. The time saving to shorten the fluctuation time of the game is in a certain state. The effect mode that defines the effect mode is a small hit RUSH. Further, the main fluctuation special figure is a special figure 2 variation display game, the main starting area is the second starting winning opening 97, and the firing direction is right-handed in order to aim at the second starting winning opening 97. That is, it is designed so that the special figure 2 variable display game is the main variation and the special figure 1 variable display game is the irregular variation.

In this first specific game state ST4, the fluctuation time of the special figure 2 variation display game is shortened as compared with the case of the normal game state ST1, and the special figure is aimed at the second start winning opening 97 by hitting right. 2 It is advantageous for the player to play the variable display game. The small hit probability is higher in the special figure 2 variable display game than in the special figure 1 variable display game, and the small hit is more likely to be won than the big hit. Therefore, the small hit is high in this first specific game state ST4. It occurs frequently and the player's ball is increased. Since small hits occur frequently in this way, the effect mode is a mode called small hit RUSH.

Of these four gaming states, the normal gaming state ST1 is the most disadvantageous state for the player. The third specific game state ST2 is a state more advantageous to the player than the normal game state ST1 because it has a general electric support, and the second specific game state ST3 is a high probability state, so that it is a normal game state ST1 or a third. This is a state more advantageous to the player than the specific game state ST2. The first specific game state ST4 is a high-probability state, and further, the player's ball is increased due to the frequent occurrence of small hits. Therefore, the normal game state ST1, the second specific game state ST3, and the third specific game The state is more advantageous to the player than the state ST2.

In the present embodiment, for example, as shown in FIG. 8B, there are three types of special results in the special figure 1 variable display game: probability variation A big hit, normal big hit, and small hit, and special figure 2 There are three types of special results in the variable display game: probability variation A big hit, probability variation B jackpot, and small hit. Probability change means that there is a high possibility that a game ball will flow into a specific area (probability change operation area) and a high probability state (probability change state) is likely to occur after the end of the special game state. It shows that the possibility that the game ball flows in is low and it is difficult to reach the high probability state (probability change state) after the end of the special game state. In the gaming machine of the present embodiment, it is determined whether or not the game ball is in the high probability state depending on whether or not the game ball flows into the specific region (probability variation operation region). If the game ball does not flow in, the high probability state does not occur, and even if the jackpot type is normal, if the game ball flows into a specific area, the high probability state occurs.

In the first special gaming state based on the derivation of the probabilistic A jackpot and the probabilistic B jackpot, the first special variable winning device 38 is opened in a specific round and the specific area (probability change operating area) is opened, and a long opening with V is performed. The long opening with V is an opening mode in which the game ball is likely to flow into a specific region (probability variation operating region). Then, in a round other than the specific round, the first special variable winning device 38 is opened, but the specific area is not opened, and V-less opening is performed.
In the first special gaming state based on the derivation of the normal jackpot, the first special variable winning device 38 is opened in a specific round and the specific area (probability variation operation area) is opened, and a short opening with V is performed. The short opening with V is an opening mode in which the game ball may flow into a specific region (probability variation operating region) and is lower than the long opening with V. Then, in a round other than the specific round, the first special variable winning device 38 is opened, but the specific area is not opened, and V-less opening is performed.
In the second special gaming state based on the derivation of the small hit, the second special variable winning device 39 is opened.

The transition of the game state is performed by the end of the first special game state based on the derivation of the first special result (big hit) and the digestion of the specified number of games. Therefore, the gaming state does not shift due to the end of the second special gaming state based on the derivation of the second special result (small hit).
Basically, if the special result that triggered the start of the special game state is a normal jackpot that is set to a low probability state after the end of the special game state, the process shifts to the third specific game state ST2, and the special Of the probabilistic jackpots that are set to a high probability state after the end of the gaming state, if the probabilistic jackpot is A jackpot, the first specific gaming state ST4 is entered, and if the probability variation B jackpot is, the second special gaming state ST3 is entered. ..

Specifically, in the normal game state ST1, when the probability variation A jackpot is derived as a result of the main variation (special figure 1 variation display game) and becomes the first special game state, and there is V passage in the first special game state. (When the game ball flows into the specific area (probability variation operation area) of the first special variable winning device 38 and is detected by the specific area switch 38d), the first specific game state is obtained after the end of the first special game state. Move to ST4. In addition, when the normal jackpot is derived as a result of the main fluctuation (special figure 1 fluctuation display game) and the first special gaming state is reached, and V is not passed in the first special gaming state (specification of the first special fluctuation winning device 38). In the area (when the game ball does not flow into the probability variation operation area), the game shifts to the third specific game state ST2 after the end of the first special game state. In the case of a normal big hit in the normal game state ST1, the transition to the normal game state ST1 may be performed instead of the third specific game state ST2.

Further, in the first specific game state ST4, when the probability variation A jackpot is derived as a result of the main variation (special figure 2 variation display game) and becomes the first special game state, and there is V passage in the first special game state. Shifts to the first specific gaming state ST4 after the end of the first special gaming state. In addition, as a result of the main fluctuation (special figure 2 fluctuation display game), the probability variation B jackpot is derived and becomes the first special gaming state, and when there is V passage in the first special gaming state, the first special gaming state is reached. After the end of, the game shifts to the second specific game state ST3. It should be noted that the number of STs (for example, 2000 times), which is the number of special figure variation display games that can be executed in the high probability state, is set, and the special figure variation display game is executed from the end of the special game state in the first specific game state ST4. When the number of times reaches the ST number of times, the game may shift to the normal game state ST1.

Further, in the second specific game state ST3, when the probability variation A jackpot is derived as a result of the main variation (special figure 1 variation display game) and becomes the first special game state, and there is V passage in the first special game state. Shifts to the first specific gaming state ST4 after the end of the first special gaming state. In addition, as a result of the main fluctuation (special figure 1 fluctuation display game), a normal jackpot is derived to enter the first special gaming state, and when V is not passed in the first special gaming state, the first special gaming state is reached. After the end, the game shifts to the third specific game state ST2. Since the second specific game state ST3 and the third specific game state ST2 have the same chance mode as the effect mode, it is difficult for the player to grasp that the mode has changed. It should be noted that the number of STs (for example, 2000 times), which is the number of special figure variation display games that can be executed in the high probability state, is set, and the special figure variation display game is executed from the end of the special game state in the second specific game state ST3. When the number of times reaches the ST number of times, the game may shift to the normal game state ST1.

Further, in the third specific game state ST2, when the probability variation A jackpot is derived as a result of the main variation (special figure 1 variation display game) and becomes the first special game state, and there is V passage in the first special game state. Shifts to the first specific gaming state ST4 after the end of the first special gaming state. In addition, as a result of the main fluctuation (special figure 1 fluctuation display game), a normal jackpot is derived to enter the first special gaming state, and when V is not passed in the first special gaming state, the first special gaming state is reached. After the end, the game shifts to the third specific game state ST2. Further, when the special figure variation display game is executed 100 times (support count) without deriving the first special result from the end of the special game state, the game shifts to the normal game state ST1. The maximum number of times of support is not limited to 100, and can be changed as appropriate.

In the following description, when the special figure 1 variable display game and the special figure 2 variable display game are not distinguished, they are simply referred to as a special figure variable display game. Further, when the decorative special figure 1 variable display game and the decorative special figure 2 variable display game are not distinguished, it is simply referred to as a decorative special figure variable display game. When the big hit (first special result) and the small hit (second special result) are not distinguished, it is simply referred to as a hit (special result). When the first special gaming state, which is a special gaming state based on a big hit, and the second special gaming state, which is a special gaming state based on a small hit, are not distinguished, it is simply referred to as a special gaming state.

In the game machine 10 of the present embodiment, a game is performed by launching a game ball (pachinko ball) toward the game area 32 from a hit ball launching device (not shown). The launched game ball flows down the game area 32 while changing the rolling direction by the direction changing members such as obstacle nails and windmills arranged in various places in the game area 32, and the normal drawing start gate 34 and the general winning opening 35. , 1st start winning opening 36, normal variable winning device 37, 2nd starting winning opening 97, 1st special variable winning device 38 or 2nd special variable winning device 39, or flowing into the out opening 30a and playing area 32 Is discharged from. Then, when the game ball wins in the general winning opening 35, the first starting winning opening 36, the normal variable winning device 37, the second starting winning opening 97, the first special variable winning device 38 or the second special variable winning device 39, a prize is won. A number of prize balls corresponding to the types of winning openings are discharged from the payout unit controlled by the payout control device 200 (see FIG. 6) to the upper plate 21 or the lower plate 23 of the glass frame 15.

In the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, the player adjusts the firing force and launches the gaming ball into the left gaming area (so-called left-handed) to obtain the first starting winning opening 36 and the first starting winning opening 36. It is possible to aim for a prize in the general winning opening 35 arranged on the left side of the game, and by launching a game ball into the right gaming area (so-called right-handed), the pachinko starting gate 34 and the pachinko starting gate 34 A general winning opening 35, a normal variable winning device 37, a second starting winning opening 97, a first special variable winning device 38, a second special variable winning device 39, and a second special variable winning device 39 arranged below the above. It is possible to aim for a prize in the general winning opening 35 arranged on the left side.

A gate switch 34a including a non-contact type switch for detecting a game ball that has passed through the normal drawing start gate 34 is provided in the normal drawing start gate 34, and is driven into the game area 32. When the game ball passes through the start gate 34 of the normal drawing, it is detected by the gate switch 34a. In the CPU 111A of the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100, the number of normal figure start memories is an upper limit number (for example, 4) based on the input of the game ball detection signal from the gate switch 34a provided in the normal figure start gate 34. If it is less than), the number of normal figure start memories is added (+1) and one normal figure start memory is stored in the RAM 111C. The number of stored numbers of the winnings for starting the normal drawing is displayed on the holding display of the general drawing of the batch display device 50. In addition, the hit determination random value (hit random value) for determining the result of the normal map variation display game extracted based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the gate switch 34a is stored in the normal map start memory. It is supposed to be done.

Then, when there is a memory of starting the normal map and the normal variable display game can be started, that is, the normal variable display game is hit and the normal variable winning device 37 is converted to the open state, that is, the normal map variable display game is not being executed. If it is not in the hit state, the hit judgment random value stored in the first stored normal map start memory is compared with the judgment value stored in the ROM 111B to determine the hit / miss of the normal map variation display game. Then, the process of starting the normal map variation display game is performed. When the hit determination random value matches the determination value, the normal map variation display game becomes a hit and a specific result mode (normal map specific result) is derived.

Further, as a process of executing the game control device 100, a plurality of predetermined lighting patterns are predetermined in the normal map display unit provided in the batch display device 50 over a predetermined fluctuation time as a process of executing the normal figure variation display game. After performing the display during the fluctuation of the normal map, which is repeatedly displayed in the order of the above, the process of displaying the variable display game of the normal map, which stops and displays the lighting pattern (result mode) according to the result, is performed. In addition, the general drawing display unit of the batch display device 50 is composed of the display device 41, and for example, numbers, symbols, character symbols, etc. are used as ordinary identification information, and after displaying the figures in a predetermined time variation, the result is stopped and displayed. It may be configured to be displayed.

When the result of the normal fluctuation display game is a hit, the lighting pattern, which is a special result mode, is stopped and displayed on the normal figure display unit of the batch display device 50, and the normal variable winning device 37 is operated by operating the normal electric solenoid 37c. Control is performed to open the movable member of the above for a predetermined time (for example, 0.5 seconds or 1.7 seconds). That is, the game control device 100 serves as a conversion control execution means for performing conversion control of the conversion member (movable member). If the result of the normal map variation display game is out of sync, the general display unit of the batch display device 50 is controlled to display a lighting pattern that is the result of the out of alignment.

Further, the winning ball to the first starting winning opening 36, the winning ball to the normal variable winning device 37, and the winning ball to the second starting winning opening 97 are the starting opening 1 switch 36a and the starting opening 2 provided inside, respectively. It is detected by the switch 37a and the start port 3 switch 97a. In the CPU 111A of the game microcomputer 111 of the game control device 100, a predetermined upper limit number (special figure start memory) of the first start memory forming the start memory (special figure start memory) based on the winning of the first start winning opening 36 and the normal variable winning device 37 is performed. For example, the maximum number of second start memories (for example, 4) is limited to a predetermined upper limit (for example, 4), and the second start memory (special figure start memory) is stored based on the winning of the second start winning opening 97. Remember in. Based on the winning of the first starting winning opening 36, the normal variable winning device 37, and the second starting winning opening 97, the jackpot random number value, the jackpot symbol random value, and each variable pattern random value are extracted and extracted as the starting memory information, respectively. The generated random number value is stored in the RAM 111C as the first start memory and the second start memory. Then, the stored number of the start memory is displayed on the first storage display unit (special figure 1 hold display) and the second memory display unit (special figure 2 hold display) for notifying the start winning number of the batch display device 50. At the same time, it is also displayed as a decorative special figure start memory display on the display device 41 of the center case 40.

The game control device 100 plays a special figure 1 variation display game on the special figure 1 display (first variation display device) of the batch display device 50 based on the first start memory, and the batch display device is based on the second start memory. The special figure 2 variable display game is played on the special figure 2 display device (second variable display device) of 50. The special figure 1 variable display game and the special figure 2 variable display game can be executed at the same time, but while one special figure variable display game is being executed, the other special figure variable display game becomes the first special result (big hit). In that case, one of the special figure variation display games is terminated as a result other than the special result (missing result). In addition, if the other special figure variation display game has a second special result (small hit) during the execution of one special figure variation display game, the one is concerned until the end of the special gaming state based on the small hit. The special figure fluctuation display game of is interrupted.

That is, the game control device (game control means) 100 is a special figure based on the winning of the game ball into the first starting winning opening 36 (first starting winning area) or the ordinary variable winning device 37 (first starting winning area). 1 It serves as a first execution control means for controlling execution of a variable display game (first special figure variable display game). Further, the game control device (game control means) 100 is a special figure 2 variable display game (second special figure variable display game) based on the winning of the game ball to the second start winning opening 97 (second start winning area). It serves as a second execution control means for controlling the execution of.

In the special figure 1 display and the special figure 2 display of the batch display device 50, after performing variable display, a predetermined result mode is stopped and displayed. Then, when the result of the special figure variation display game is a big hit, the display mode of the special figure 1 display or the special figure 2 display becomes a special result mode (big hit result mode) corresponding to the first special result and is a big hit. Then, it becomes the first special game state (so-called big hit state). Further, when the result of the special figure variation display game is a small hit, the display mode of the special figure 1 display or the special figure 2 display becomes a special result mode (small hit result mode) corresponding to the second special result. It becomes a small hit and becomes a second special game state (so-called small hit state). That is, the special figure 1 display of the batch display device 50 can display the first variable display game (special figure 1 variable display game) based on the winning of the game ball to the first starting winning opening 36 or the normal variable winning device 37. It serves as the first variable display means. Further, the special figure 2 display of the batch display device 50 can display the second variable display game (special figure 2 variable display game) based on the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening 97. Make.

Further, after the end of the big hit game state (first special game state), the game control device (game control means) 100 is in a situation that is more advantageous to the player than the normal game state (the probability of hitting is high and the probability of hitting is high). It is possible to control to generate a gaming state (specific gaming state) in which the game can proceed by (with support). That is, the game control device (game control means) 100 forms the specific game state generating means.

Further, in response to the execution of the special figure 1 variable display game and the special figure 2 variable display game, the decorative special figure variation in which a plurality of types of decorative identification information (numbers, symbols, character symbols, etc.) are variablely displayed on the display device 41. The display game is now running. The decorative special figure variable display game on the display device 41 includes a decorative special figure 1 variable display game corresponding to the special figure 1 variable display game and a decorative special figure 2 variable display game corresponding to the special figure 2 variable display game. Yes, these are displayed in separate display areas. Then, the variation display is performed according to the variation of the corresponding special figure variation display game, and the display corresponding to the result is performed according to the derivation of the result mode in the corresponding special figure variation display game.

That is, the display device 41 changes the decoration identification information in accordance with the first variable display game (special figure 1 variable display game) and the second variable display game (special figure 2 variable display game). It serves as a decorative variation display means that can display a decorative special figure variation display game). It should be noted that different display devices may be used for the decorative special figure 1 variable display game and the decorative special figure 2 variable display game, or only one of the decorative special figure variable display games may be displayed. Further, the game machine 10 may not be provided with the special figure 1 display and the special figure 2 display of the batch display device 50, and the special figure variation display game may be executed only by the display device 41.

In the gaming machine of the present embodiment, the probability of a small hit is higher in the special figure 2 variable display game, but in the case of the normal game state in which the probability is low, the variable time is used as the variable pattern of the special figure 2 variable display game. Very long (about 10 minutes) long variation is selected. As a result, the execution of the special figure 2 variable display game becomes inefficient in terms of time in the normal game state, and the player does not select the execution of the special figure 2 variable display game aiming at the acquisition of a small hit in the normal game state. I have to. Therefore, in the normal game state, it is advantageous for the player to hit left and aim at the first start winning opening 36 to play the special figure 1 variable display game. The length variation time is about 10 minutes, but it may be longer or shorter (5 minutes, 50 minutes, 10 hours, etc.).

Hereinafter, control of a gaming machine that performs such a game will be described. First, the control executed by the game microcomputer (game microcomputer) 111 of the game control device 100 will be described. The control process by the game microcomputer 111 mainly includes the main process shown in FIGS. 9 and 10 and the timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 11 performed in a predetermined time period (for example, 4 ms).

[Main processing]
First, the main process will be described. The main process is started when the power is turned on. In this main process, as shown in FIG. 9, first, the process of disabling interrupts (step X1) is performed, and then the stack pointer, which is the start address of the area for saving the value of the register or the like when an interrupt occurs. The stack pointer setting process (step X2) for setting is performed. Next, register bank 0 is specified (step X3), and the upper address of the RAM start address is set in a predetermined register (for example, D register) (step X4). In the case of the present embodiment, the range of the RAM address is 0000h to 01FFh, 00h or 01h is taken as the upper rank, and the first 00h is set in step X4. Next, the launch stop signal is output and the launch permission signal is set to the prohibited state (step X5). The launch permission signal is set to a prohibited state when at least one of the game control device 100 and the payout control device 200 outputs a launch stop signal, and the launch of the game ball is prohibited.

After that, the states of the RAM initialization switch 112 and the setting key switch 152 are read (step X6), and a process of setting the power-on delay timer (step X7) is performed. In the process of step X7, by setting a predetermined initial value, the slave control means (for example, the payout control device 200 and the effect control device 300) that performs various controls according to the instruction from the game control device 100 that forms the main control means. A waiting time (for example, 3 seconds) for waiting for the program to start normally is set. As a result, when the power is turned on, the game control device 100 temporarily starts up first and sends a command to the slave control device before the slave control device (for example, the payout control device 200 or the effect control device 300) starts up, and the slave control device Can avoid missing commands. That is, when the power is turned on, the game control device 100 delays the start of the main control means (game control device 100) and waits for the start of the slave control devices (payout control device 200, effect control device 300, etc.). It serves as a waiting means for setting the waiting time.

Further, the power-on delay timer is timed by using a storage area (a RAM area or a register that is not subject to the validity judgment) that is not subject to the validity judgment (checksum calculation) of the RAM. As a result, when calculating check data such as a checksum of a RAM area, it is not necessary to exclude a part of the RAM area for calculation, so that it is possible to prevent the control at the time of power-on from becoming complicated.

After performing the process of setting the power-on delay timer (step X7), it is determined whether a power failure has occurred (step X8), and if a power failure has occurred (step X8; Y), the power of the gaming machine is supplied. Wait for it to be blocked.
Specifically, in step X8, for example, the number of times (for example, twice) that the power failure monitoring signal input from the power supply device 400 is read and checked via the port and the data bus is set, and the power failure monitoring signal is turned on. Determine if there is any. Then, when the power failure monitoring signal is on, it is determined whether the power failure monitoring signal is kept on for the set number of checks. Then, if the power failure monitoring signal has not been turned on for the number of checks, the process returns to the determination of whether the power failure monitoring signal is on. If the power failure monitoring signal continues to be on for the number of checks, it is determined that a power failure has occurred. The same applies to steps X34 and X54 described later. In this way, by determining that a power failure has occurred when the power failure monitoring signal is continuously received for a predetermined period, it is possible to prevent false detection of a power failure due to noise or the like, and appropriately deal with problems when the power is turned on. can do.

That is, the game control device 100 serves as a power failure monitoring means for monitoring the occurrence of a power failure during a predetermined standby time. As a result, it is possible to deal with a power failure that occurs during the period in which the activation of the game control device 100, which is the main control means, is delayed, and it is possible to appropriately deal with a problem at the time of turning on the power. Note that access to the RAM is not permitted until the end of the standby time, and the stored contents at the time of the previous power cutoff are retained, so backup processing etc. is performed when a power failure occurs here. No need. Therefore, even if a power failure occurs during the standby time, it is not necessary to back up the RAM, and the burden of control can be reduced.

On the other hand, when a power failure has not occurred (step X8; N), the power-on delay timer is updated by -1 (step X9), and it is determined whether the timer value is 0 (step X10). If the value of the timer is not 0 (step X10; N), that is, if the standby time has not ended, the process returns to the process of determining whether a power failure has occurred (step X8). Further, when the value of the timer is 0 (step X10; Y), that is, when the standby time has expired, access permission is given to the read-write RWM (read / write memory) such as RAM or EEPROM (step). X11), output off-data to all output ports (set to no output) (step X12).

Next, a serial port (a port previously mounted on the game microcomputer 111, which is used for communication with the effect control device 300 and the payout control device 200 in the present embodiment) is set (step X13), and the game microcomputer. A process (step X14) of activating a CTC (Counter / Timer Circuit) circuit that generates a timer interrupt signal and a random number update trigger signal (CTC) in 111 (clock generator) is performed. The CTC circuit is provided in the clock generator in the gaming microcomputer 111. The clock generator has a frequency dividing circuit that divides the oscillation signal (original clock signal) from the oscillation circuit 113, and a timer interrupt signal having a predetermined period (for example, 4 milliseconds) with respect to the CPU 111A based on the divided signal. It also includes a CTC circuit that generates a signal CTC that triggers a random number update to be supplied to the random number generation circuit.
Next, the RAM error flag is set (step X15). Here, on the premise that there is an abnormality in the RAM regardless of whether or not there is an abnormality in the RAM, the RAM abnormality flag is temporarily set in a predetermined register.

Next, it is determined whether the value of the power failure inspection area 1 in the RWM is the normal power failure inspection area check data 1 (for example, 5Ah) (step X16), and if it is normal (step X16; Y), the power failure inspection in the RWM. It is determined whether the value of the area 2 is the normal power failure inspection area check data 2 (for example, A5h) (step X17). Then, if the value of the power failure inspection area 2 is normal (step X17; Y), the checksum calculation process (step X18) for calculating the checksum of the predetermined area in the RWM is performed, and the calculated checksum and the power are turned off. It is determined whether the checksums of are matched (step X19). If the checksums match (step X19; Y), the RAM error flag is cleared (step X20) because there is no abnormality in the RAM, and the process proceeds to step X21.

If it is determined that the check data in the power failure inspection area is not normal data (step X16; N or step X17; N), and if it is determined that the checksums do not match (step X19; N), the step. Based on the state read by X6, it is determined whether both the setting key switch 152 and the RAM initialization switch 112 are in the ON state (step X21). Then, when at least one of the setting key switch 152 and the RAM initialization switch 112 is in the off state (step X21; N), it is determined whether the RAM abnormality flag is set (step X22). When the RAM abnormality flag is set (step X22; Y), since there is an abnormality in the RAM, the effect control board (effect control) issues a main abnormality error notification command for notifying that the game control device 100 is abnormal. It is transmitted to the device 300) (step X24).

On the other hand, when the RAM abnormality flag is not set (step X22; N), it is determined whether or not the probability setting changing flag is set (step X23). Then, when the probability setting changing flag is set (step X23; Y), the main abnormality error notification command is transmitted to the effect control board (effect control device 300) (step X24). The probability setting flag set here is the probability setting flag set before the occurrence of a power failure. That is, if the power of the gaming machine is cut off and restarted while the probability set value is being changed, the operation of the gaming control device 100 is stopped, so the process of step X24 is performed.
Next, the 7-segment display data when the game is stopped is output to the fifth driver 138e via the second output port 134 (step X25). As a result, the performance display device 153 displays when the game is stopped. After that, the on-data of the security signal is output and the off-data of the signal other than the security signal is output (step X26), and the process returns to step X25.

Further, when both the setting key switch 152 and the RAM initialization switch 112 are in the ON state (step X21; Y), it is determined whether the RAM abnormality flag is set (step X27). Then, when the RAM abnormality flag is not set (step X27; N), the probability setting changing flag is set (step X29). As a result, the mode shifts to the probability setting value change mode. After that, the command for which the probability setting is being changed is transmitted to the effect control board (effect control device 300) (step X30), and the process proceeds to step X31. Based on receiving the command during the probability setting change, the effect control device 300 displays the display device 41, emits light from the LEDs of the frame decoration device 18 and the board decoration device 46, operates the board effect device 44, and the speakers 19a and 19b. Notifies that the probability setting value is being changed by outputting voice from the user.
On the other hand, when the RAM abnormality flag is set (step X27; Y), the process of clearing the probability set value (step X28) is performed. As a result, 0 is set in the area for the probability setting value in the RWM, and the probability setting value becomes “setting 1”. After that, the processes of steps X29 and X30 are performed, and the process proceeds to step X31.

Further, when at least one of the setting key switch 152 and the RAM initialization switch 112 is in the off state (step X21; N), and neither the RAM abnormality flag nor the probability setting changing flag is set (step X22; N and step X23). In N), it is determined whether the setting key switch 152 is in the ON state based on the state read in step X6 (step X35). Then, when the setting key switch 152 is not in the ON state (step X35; N), it is determined whether the RAM initialization switch 112 is in the ON state based on the state read in step X6 (step X43).

When it is determined that the RAM initialization switch 112 is not in the ON state (step X43; N), that is, when both the setting key switch 152 and the RAM initialization switch 112 are in the OFF state, the process proceeds to step X41 and the power failure occurs. Performs processing when it recovers normally.
On the other hand, when it is determined that the RAM initialization switch 112 is in the ON state (step X43; Y), the process proceeds to step X44 to perform initialization processing. That is, the RAM initialization switch 112 serves as an initialization operation unit that can be operated from the outside, and the game control device 100 initializes the data stored in the RAM based on the operation of the initialization operation unit. Make a means of conversion.

When the setting key switch 152 is in the ON state (step X35; Y), the probability setting checking flag is set (step X36). As a result, the mode shifts to the probability setting value confirmation mode. After that, the command for which the probability setting is being confirmed is transmitted to the effect control board (effect control device 300) (step X37). Based on receiving the command during the probability setting confirmation, the effect control device 300 displays the display device 41, emits light from the LEDs of the frame decoration device 18 and the board decoration device 46, operates the board effect device 44, and the speakers 19a and 19b. Notifies that the probability setting value is being confirmed by outputting the voice by.

Then, in order to guarantee the output of the security signal for 50 msec or more, the value corresponding to 128 msec is saved in the security signal control timer area (step X31). The security signal is output in the probability setting change / confirmation process (step X122) of the timer interrupt process in the probability setting value change mode or the probability set value confirmation mode, and in other cases, the external information editing of the timer interrupt process is edited. It is output in the process (step X120). Therefore, when the probability setting value change mode or the probability setting value confirmation mode ends in less than 128 msec, the security signal is continuously output by the external information editing process (step X120) of the timer interrupt process. That is, even if the probability setting value change mode or the probability setting value confirmation mode ends in less than 128 msec, the security signal is output for 128 msec after shifting to the probability set value change mode or the probability set value confirmation mode. NS. The value saved in the security signal control timer area in step X31 is not limited to the value corresponding to 128 ms. However, since it is necessary to output a security signal for at least 50 msec after shifting to the probability set value change mode or the probability set value confirmation mode, it is necessary to save the value corresponding to 50 msec or more.

Then, the interrupt is permitted (step X32), and it is determined whether the setting key switch 152 is in the off state (step X33). In step X33, the determination is not made based on the state read in step X6 (state at power-on), but the state read in the input process (step X103) of the timer interrupt process (FIG. 11) (current state). Judge based on. When it is determined in step X33 that the setting key switch 152 is in the off state, the probability setting value is determined.
If the setting key switch 152 is not in the off state (step X33; N), it is determined whether a power failure has occurred (step X34), and if no power failure has occurred (step X34; N), step X33 is performed. Return, and if a power failure has occurred (step X34; Y), the process proceeds to step X55. When it is determined in step X34 that a power failure has occurred while the probability setting changing flag is set, in step X23 of the main process (FIGS. 9 and 10) after the power failure is restored. It is determined that the probability setting changing flag is set.

On the other hand, when the setting key switch 152 is in the off state (step X33; Y), a process for disabling interrupts (step X38) is performed. The timer interrupt process (FIG. 11) is performed in a predetermined time cycle (for example, 4 msec) from the process of enabling interrupts (step X32) to the process of disabling interrupts (steps X38 and X55). .. In the timer interrupt process, the probability setting change / confirmation process (step X122), which is a process related to the probability set value, is performed. That is, the main process is on standby until the change or confirmation of the probability set value is completed (or until a power failure occurs).
Next, a command to end the notification is transmitted to the effect control board (effect control device 300) (step X39). The effect control device 300 ends the execution notification (notification indicating that the probability setting value is being changed or notification indicating that the probability setting value is being confirmed) based on receiving the notification end command. ..

Next, it is determined whether or not the probability setting changing flag is set (step X40), and when the probability setting changing flag is not set (step X40; N), that is, when the probability setting checking flag is set. Performs a power failure recovery process (step X41) that saves an initial value at the time of power failure recovery in an area to be initialized (for example, a power failure inspection area, a checksum area, and an area related to error fraud monitoring). The probability setting checking flag is cleared in this step X41.
After that, the command at the time of power failure recovery corresponding to the special figure game processing number is transmitted to the effect control board (effect control device 300) (step X42), and the process proceeds to step X47. In the case of the present embodiment, in step X42, a plurality of model designation commands, probability setting information commands, special figure 1 hold number commands, special figure 2 hold number commands, probability information commands, effect count information commands, screen designation commands, and the like. Send a command. As the screen designation command, if both the special figure 1 and the special figure 2 are in the normal processing described later, that is, if the special figure variation display game is not being executed and the special game state is not in progress, the command is waiting for a customer. Send the command of the customer waiting demo screen, otherwise send the command of the recovery screen. In addition to these commands, a high-probability number-of-times information command or the like is also transmitted depending on the model.

On the other hand, when the probability setting changing flag is set (step X40; Y), the RAM area other than the probability setting value is cleared to 0 (step X44). In step X44, the RAM area for the probability set value (work area (1 byte area of the probability set value)) and the RAM area for performance display (display of base value and accessory ratio) (work area and stack area) are cleared. Instead, the game control RAM area (work area and stack area) is cleared to 0. Therefore, the probability setting changing flag is cleared in this step X44. In step X44, the stack area and the unused area may or may not be cleared.

Then, the initial value at the time of RAM initialization is saved in the area to be initialized (step X45). The area to be initialized here is a customer waiting demo area and an area related to the setting of the production mode. Then, the command at the time of RAM initialization is transmitted to the effect control board (effect control device 300) (step X46). In the case of the present embodiment, in step X46, a model designation command, a probability setting information command, a special figure 1 hold number command, a special figure 2 hold number command, a probability information command, an effect number information command, and a RAM initialization command (waiting for customers). Along with displaying the demo screen, a plurality of commands such as a command for notifying the RAM initialization by light and sound for a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) are transmitted. In addition to these commands, depending on the model, a production count information command, a support count information command, etc., which is information on the number of executions of the special figure variation display game with Fuden support, are also transmitted.

Next, a process of starting and setting the random number generation circuit is performed (step X47). Specifically, the CPU 111A sets a code (designated value) for activating the random number generation circuit in a predetermined register (CTC update permission register) in the random number generation circuit. In addition, the bit transposition pattern of the hard random number (here, the jackpot random number) generated by the hardware of the random number generation circuit is also set. The bit transposition pattern is a method of exchanging the extracted random number bits (arrangement before the upper bit transposition) when they are exchanged in a predetermined order and stored as different bit arrangements (arrangement after the lower bit transposition). It is a pattern that determines. By exchanging the bits of the random number according to this bit transposition pattern, the regularity of the random number can be broken and the confidentiality of the random number can be improved. The bit transposition pattern may be a fixed single pattern, or may be selected from a plurality of patterns prepared in advance. In addition, the user may be able to set it arbitrarily.

After that, the values of the predetermined registers (soft random number registers 1 to n) in the random number generation circuit at the time of turning on the power are extracted, and the corresponding initial value random numbers (in the case of this embodiment, the random numbers that determine the hit symbol of the special figure). (Big hit symbol random number, small hit symbol random number), random number that determines the hit of the normal figure (hit random number)) is saved in the predetermined area of RWM as the initial value (start value) (step X48), and then the interrupt is permitted. (Step X49). In the random number generation circuit in the CPU 111A used in the present embodiment, the initial value of the soft random number register is configured to change each time the power is turned on. Therefore, this value is used as the initial value (start value) of various initial value random numbers. By doing so, the regularity of the random numbers generated by the software can be broken, and it is possible to make it difficult for the player to acquire an illegal random number.

Subsequently, the initial value random number update process (step X50) for updating the values of various initial value random numbers and breaking the regularity of the random numbers is performed. Although not particularly limited, in the present embodiment, the big hit random number, the big hit symbol random number, the small hit symbol random number, and the hit random number are configured to be generated by using the random numbers generated in the random number generation circuit. ing. However, the jackpot random number is a so-called "high-speed counter" that is updated based on a clock whose speed is equal to or higher than the operating clock of the CPU, and the jackpot symbol random number, the small hit symbol random number, and the hit random number are timers that are processing units of the program. It is a "low-speed counter" that is updated based on the CTC output (CTC (CTC2) different from CTC (CTC0) of timer interrupt processing) that has the same cycle as the interrupt processing. In addition, for big hit symbol random numbers, small hit symbol random numbers, and hit random numbers, a so-called "initial value change method" is adopted in which the start value is changed using each initial value random number (generated by software) each time the random number makes a round. ing. It should be noted that each of the random numbers may be a counter-type update by +1 or -1, or a random-type update in which all the values in the range appear separately without duplication until one cycle is completed. That is, the jackpot random number is a random number updated only by the hardware, and the jackpot symbol random number, the small hit symbol random number, and the hit random number are random numbers updated by the hardware and software.
In this embodiment, since a random number (hit symbol random number) for determining the hit symbol of the normal figure is not provided, there is only one type of hit symbol of the normal figure, but a hit symbol random number is provided and the hit symbol of the normal figure is provided. May be selected from a plurality of types.

After the initial value random number update process in step X50, a process for disabling interrupts (step X51) is performed, and a performance display editing process (step X52) is performed. Then, after performing the process of permitting the interrupt (step X53), it is determined whether or not a power failure has occurred (step X54), and if no power failure has occurred (step X54; N), the initial value random number update process is performed. Return to (step X50). That is, when a power failure has not occurred, the initial value random number update process, the performance display editing process, and the power failure monitoring are repeated. By permitting an interrupt before the initial value random number update process (step X50) (step X49), if a timer interrupt occurs during the initial value random number update process, the interrupt process will be executed with priority, and the timer interrupt will be executed. It is possible to avoid the interrupt processing being overwhelmed by waiting for the initial value random number update processing.

In the initial value random number update process in step X50, in addition to the main process, there is also a method of performing the initial value random number update process in the timer interrupt process, and when such a method is adopted, the initial value in both of them. In order to avoid executing the random number update process, when the initial value random number update process is performed in the main process, it is necessary to disable the interrupt and then update to release the interrupt. If the initial value random number update processing is not performed in the timer interrupt processing and only in the main processing, there is no problem even if the interrupt is canceled before the initial value random number update processing, which simplifies the main processing. There is an advantage that it is converted.

On the other hand, when a power failure occurs (step X54; Y), a process of temporarily disabling interrupts (step X55) and a process of outputting off-data to all output ports (step X56) are performed.
After that, the power failure inspection area check data 1 is saved in the power failure inspection area 1 (step X57), and the power failure inspection area check data 2 is saved in the power failure inspection area 2 (step X58). Further, after performing a checksum calculation process (step X59) for calculating the checksum when the power of the RWM is turned off and a process (step X60) for saving the calculated checksum, a process for prohibiting access to the RWM (step X61). ), And then wait for the power of the gaming machine to be turned off. In this way, by saving the check data in the power failure inspection area and calculating the checksum when the power is turned off, it is possible to check whether the information stored in the RWM before the power is cut off is correctly backed up. It can be judged at the time of re-input.

From the above, a main control means (game control device 100) that comprehensively controls the game and a sub-control means (payout control device 200, effect control device 300, etc.) that perform various controls according to instructions from the main control means, etc. ), The main control means is a standby means (game control device) that delays the activation of the main control means and sets a predetermined standby time for waiting for the activation of the slave control device when the power is turned on. 100) and a power failure monitoring means (game control device 100) for monitoring the occurrence of a power failure during the predetermined standby time are provided.
Further, a power supply device 400 for supplying electric power to various devices is provided, and the power supply device 400 is configured to output a power failure monitoring signal when the occurrence of a power failure is detected, and the power failure monitoring means (game control device 100) is , It is determined that a power failure has occurred when the power failure monitoring signal is continuously received for a predetermined period.

Further, in the main control means (game control device 100), the RAM 111C capable of storing data, the initialization operation unit (RAM initialization switch 112) capable of being operated from the outside, and the initialization operation unit are operated. An initialization means (game control device 100) for initializing the data stored in the RAM 111C is provided based on the above, and the operation state of the initialization means is read before the start of the standby time.
Further, the main control means (game control device 100) is configured to allow access to the RAM 111C after the standby time has elapsed.

[Timer interrupt processing]
Next, timer interrupt processing will be described. The timer interrupt process is started by inputting a periodic timer interrupt signal generated by the CTC circuit in the clock generator to the CPU 111A. That is, it is an interrupt routine that is started in a predetermined cycle. When a timer interrupt occurs in the gaming microcomputer 111, the interrupt is automatically disabled and the timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 11 is started.

When the timer interrupt processing is started, first, the register bank 1 is specified (step X101). By switching to the register bank 1, it is equivalent to performing a register save process of transferring the value held in a predetermined register (for example, the register used in the main process) to the RWM. Next, the upper address of the RAM start address is set in a predetermined register (for example, the D register) (step X102). In step X102, the same processing as in step X4 in the main processing is performed, but the register banks are different. Next, input from various sensors and switches and signal acquisition, that is, input processing (step X103) for reading the state of each input port is performed.

Next, it is determined whether the probability setting changing flag or the probability setting checking flag is set (step X104), and when the probability setting changing flag or the probability setting checking flag is set (step X104; Y). , The probability setting change / confirmation process (step X122) is performed, and the timer interrupt process is terminated.
On the other hand, when both the probability setting changing flag and the probability setting checking flag are not set (step X104; N), the solenoids (special winning opening solenoids 38b, 39b) are based on the output data set in various processes. , Lever solenoid 38f, Fuden solenoid 37c) and other actuators are subjected to output processing (step X105) for driving control and the like. When the firing stop signal is output in step X5 in the main processing, the firing permission signal is output by performing this output processing, and the firing permission signal can be set to the permitted state. This launch permission signal is output to the launch control device via the payout control device. At that time, the signal is not processed. Further, the launch permission signal is the first signal indicating the launch permission status as seen from the game control device, and the second signal (launch permission signal) indicating the launch permission status as seen from the payout control device is also payout control. It is generated in the device and output to the launch control device. That is, when two launch permission signals are output to the launch control device and both are permitted to launch, the game ball is configured to be ready for launch.

Next, the payout command transmission process (step X106), the random number update process 1 (step X107), and the random number update process 2 (step X108) for outputting the commands set in the transmission buffer in various processes to the payout control device 200 are performed. After that, monitoring of whether or not there is a normal signal input from the starting port 1 switch 36a, the starting port 2 switch 37a, the starting port 3 switch 97a, the winning port switch 35a, and the large winning port switches 38a, 39a, and the prize ball The winning opening switch / status monitoring process (step X109) for setting, opening the front frame and the glass frame, and monitoring errors such as illegal winning of the normal variable winning device 37 and the special variable winning devices 38 and 39 is performed.

Next, it is determined whether or not abnormal discharge is occurring (step X110). Abnormal discharge means that the number of game balls discharged from the first special variable winning device 38 (the number of game balls detected by the specific area switch 38d and the remaining ball discharge port switch 38e) in the first special variable winning device 38 is The number of game balls that have flowed into the first special variable winning device 38 (the number of game balls detected by the large winning opening switch 38a) is exceeded. If an abnormal discharge is occurring, the abnormal discharge flag is set. Then, when an abnormal discharge is occurring (step X110; Y), the process proceeds to step X116. That is, the game is prevented from progressing.

On the other hand, when abnormal discharge is not occurring (step X110; N), the start port switch monitoring process (step X111) for monitoring the winning of the start port 1 switch 36a, the start port 2 switch 37a, and the start port 3 switch 97a is performed. .. In the start port switch monitoring process, various random numbers (big hit random numbers, etc.) are extracted based on the winning of the game ball to the first start winning opening 36, the normal variable winning device 37, and the second starting winning opening 97. Then, special figure 1 game processing (step X112) for performing processing related to the special figure 1 variable display game, special figure 2 game processing (step X113) for performing processing related to the special figure 2 variable display game, and processing related to the normal figure variable display game are performed. Performs the normal map game process (step X114), and drives the segment LED provided on the gaming machine 10 to display the display of the special figure variation display game and various information related to the game so as to display desired contents. The editing process (step X115) is performed.

Next, a magnet fraud monitoring process (step X116) that checks the detection signal from the magnetic sensor 61 and determines whether or not there is an abnormality, and a process that checks the detection signal from the panel radio wave sensor 62 and determines whether or not there is an abnormality. Radio wave fraud monitoring process (step X117), vibration fraud monitoring process (step X118) that checks the detection signal from the vibration sensor 65 to determine if there is any abnormality, and determines whether abnormal discharge has occurred. Perform the abnormal discharge monitoring process (step X119). Further, external information editing processing (step X120) for setting signals to be output to various external devices and performance display monitor control processing (step X121) for controlling the performance display monitor 153 are performed, and timer interrupt processing is completed. do.

Here, in the present embodiment, the process of restoring the interrupt disabled state (that is, the process of permitting interrupts) and the process of restoring the register bank designation (that is, the process of specifying register bank 0) are interrupt return processes. When (at the end of timer interrupt processing), it is automatically performed. Depending on the CPU used, some gaming machines need to be instructed to execute a process for restoring the interrupt disabled state or a process for restoring the register bank designation.

[Starting port switch monitoring process]
Next, the details of the start port switch monitoring process (step X111) in the above-mentioned timer interrupt process will be described. As shown in FIG. 12, in the start port switch monitoring process, first, the start port 1 (first start winning port 36) winning monitoring table is prepared (step X491), and the hard random number acquisition process is performed (step X492). Then, it is determined whether or not there is information with a start opening prize that is set when a big hit random number is acquired based on the winning of the first start winning opening 36 in the hard random number acquisition process (step X493).

If the starting opening winning information is not set based on the winning of the first starting winning opening 36 (step X493; N), the process proceeds to step X499. In this case, the information that there is no starting opening prize is set. On the other hand, when the start opening winning information is set based on the winning of the first starting winning opening 36 (step X493; Y), it is determined whether or not the game is in the normal gaming state (step X494). Then, in the case of the normal gaming state (step X494; Y), the process proceeds to step X497. If the player is not in the normal gaming state (step X494; N), the right-handed instruction notification command is prepared (step X495), and the effect command setting process is performed (step X496). After that, a table for setting the information of the hold by the start port 1 is prepared (step X497), and the special figure start port 1 switch process is performed (step X498).

Based on the reception of the right-handed instruction notification command, the effect control device 300 performs a right-handed instruction notification instructing the player to perform a right-handed hit by display, voice, or the like. If you are in a specific game state or a special game state, right-handed is more advantageous for the player, and if you do not hit left, you will not win a prize. When a prize is detected during the game state, a right-handed instruction is notified.

Next, the starting port 2 (ordinary variable winning device 37) was prepared for the winning monitoring table (step X499), the hard random number acquisition process was performed (step X500), and the jackpot random number was acquired based on the winning of the ordinary variable winning device 37. It is determined whether or not there is information on the starting opening winning that is set in the case (step X501).

If the starting port winning information is not set based on the winning of the normal variable winning device 37 (step X501; N), the process proceeds to step X509. In this case, the information that there is no starting opening prize is set. On the other hand, when the start port winning information is set based on the winning of the normal variable winning device 37 (step X501; Y), the normal electric (normal variable winning device 37) is operating, that is, normal. It is determined whether or not the variable winning device 37 is activated to open the game ball in an open state (step X502), and when the normal power is operating (step X502; Y), step X504 is performed. Transition. On the other hand, when the normal electric power is not operating (step X502; N), it is determined whether or not the general electric power is being illegally generated (step X503).

In the determination of whether or not a fraudulent occurrence is occurring, it is determined that fraudulent occurrence is occurring when the number of fraudulent winnings to the ordinary variable winning device 37 is equal to or greater than the number of fraudulent occurrence determinations (for example, 5). In the normal variable winning device 37, the game ball cannot be won in the closed state, and the game ball can be won only in the open state. Therefore, if a game ball wins in the closed state, it means that some abnormality or fraud has occurred, and if there is a game ball that wins in such a closed state, the number is counted as the number of fraudulent prizes. Then, when the number of fraudulent winnings counted in this way is equal to or greater than the predetermined number of fraud occurrence determinations (upper limit value), it is determined that fraud has occurred.

If a normal electric power fraud is occurring (step X503; Y), the process proceeds to step X509. That is, the start memory is prevented from being generated any more. Further, when the fraudulent electric power is not occurring (step X503; N), it is determined whether or not the game is in the normal gaming state (step X504). Then, when the player is not in the normal gaming state (step X504; N), the process proceeds to step X507. Further, in the normal gaming state (step X504; Y), a left-handed instruction notification command is prepared (step X505), and an effect command setting process is performed (step X506). After that, a table for setting the information of the hold by the start port 2 is prepared (step X507), the special figure start port 2 switch process is performed (step X508), and the process proceeds to step X509.

Based on receiving the left-handed instruction notification command, the effect control device 300 performs left-handed instruction notification instructing the player to perform left-handed by display, voice, or the like. Left-handed is more advantageous for the player when in the normal game state, and left when a prize is detected in the normal game state by the normal variable winning device 37 which is designed so that the prize is not won unless the player is right-handed. I am trying to give a hit instruction notification.

Next, the starting port 3 (second starting winning opening 97) winning monitoring table is prepared (step X509), and the hard random number acquisition process is performed (step X510). Then, it is determined whether or not there is information with a start opening prize that is set when a big hit random number is acquired based on the winning of the second start winning opening 97 in the hard random number acquisition process (step X511).

If the start opening winning information is not set based on the winning of the second starting winning opening 97 (step X511; N), the starting opening switch monitoring process is terminated. In this case, the information that there is no starting opening prize is set. On the other hand, when the start opening winning information is set based on the winning of the second starting winning opening 97 (step X511; Y), it is determined whether or not the game is in the normal gaming state (step X512). Then, when the player is not in the normal gaming state (step X512; N), the process proceeds to step X515. Further, in the normal gaming state (step X512; Y), the left-handed instruction notification command is prepared (step X513), and the effect command setting process is performed (step X514). After that, a table for setting the holding information by the start port 3 is prepared (step X515), the special figure start port 3 switch process is performed (step X516), and the start port switch monitoring process is completed.

Based on receiving the left-handed instruction notification command, the effect control device 300 performs left-handed instruction notification instructing the player to perform left-handed by display, voice, or the like. Left-handed is more advantageous for the player when in the normal game state, and when a prize is detected in the normal game state at the second starting winning opening 97, which is designed so that the player cannot win unless the player hits right. I am trying to give a left-handed instruction notification.

[Special figure start port 1 switch processing]
FIG. 13 shows a special figure start port 1 switch process (step X498) in the above-mentioned start port switch monitoring process. In this special figure start port 1 switch process, first, the number of times the start port signal 1 is output, which is the number of times the information regarding the number of times of winning the first start winning port 36 is output to the external management device of the gaming machine 10, is loaded. Then (step X521), the loaded value is updated by +1 (step X522), and it is determined whether the number of outputs overflows (step X523). Then, when the number of outputs does not overflow (step X523; N), the updated value is saved in the start port signal 1 output count area of the RWM (step X524), and the special figure 1 hold number (first start storage number). Is less than the upper limit value (step X525). On the other hand, when the number of outputs overflows (step X523; Y), the process proceeds to step X525. Here, the number of outputs can be stored up to 255, but if the number of outputs is stored up to the upper limit, the value is not saved after the update because the loop is looped by +1 update and becomes 0.

When the number of special figure 1 hold is less than the upper limit value (4 in this case) (step X525; Y), the special figure 1 information setting flag used for sorting the fluctuation pattern in the special figure hold information determination process described later is set (step X525; Y). Step X526), the number of reserved special figures 1 is updated by +1 (step X527). Next, the address of the random number storage area (random number storage area for special figure 1) corresponding to the reserved number of special figure 1 is calculated (step X528), and the big hit random number prepared by the above-mentioned hard random number acquisition process is used as the big hit random number of RWM. Save to the storage area (step X529).

After that, the jackpot symbol random number is extracted and prepared (step X530), and saved in the jackpot symbol random number storage area of the RWM (step X531). Further, the small hit symbol random number is extracted and saved in the small hit symbol random number storage area of the RWM (step X532). Subsequently, the fluctuation pattern random numbers 1 to 3 are extracted and saved in the fluctuation pattern random number storage area of the RWM corresponding to each random number (step X533). Then, the special figure hold information determination process (step X534), which is the look-ahead process, is performed, the decorative special figure hold number command corresponding to the special figure 1 hold number is prepared (step X535), and the effect command setting process is performed (step X535). Step X536), the special figure start port 1 switch process is completed.

In the special figure start port 2 switch process (step X508) in the above-mentioned start port switch monitoring process, in steps X521 to X524 regarding the start port signal, information regarding the number of times of winning the normal variable winning device 37 is provided in the gaming machine 10. The process is the same as that shown in FIG. 13 except that the start port signal 2 output to the external management device is processed. That is, the game control device 100 (RAM111C) extracts a predetermined random number based on the winning of the game ball to the first starting winning opening 36 and the ordinary variable winning device 37, and the predetermined random number is used as the first starting memory. It serves as a first start storage means that can store up to the maximum number.

[Special figure start port 3 switch processing]
FIG. 14 shows a special figure start port 3 switch process (step X516) in the above-mentioned start port switch monitoring process. In this special figure start port 3 switch process, first, the start port signal 3 output number of times, which is the number of times the information regarding the number of times of winning the second start winning opening 97 is output to the external management device of the gaming machine 10, is loaded. Then (step X561), the loaded value is updated by +1 (step X562), and it is determined whether the number of outputs overflows (step X563). Then, when the number of outputs does not overflow (step X563; N), the updated value is saved in the start port signal 3 output count area of the RWM (step X564), and the special figure 2 hold number (second start memory number). Is less than the upper limit value (step X565). On the other hand, when the number of outputs overflows (step X563; Y), the process proceeds to step X565. Here, the number of outputs can be stored up to 255, but if the number of outputs is stored up to the upper limit, the value is not saved after the update because the loop is looped by +1 update and becomes 0.

When the number of special figure 2 hold is less than the upper limit value (4 in this case) (step X565; Y), the special figure 2 information setting flag used for sorting the fluctuation pattern in the special figure hold information determination process described later is set (step X565; Y). Step X566), the special figure 2 hold number is updated by +1 (step X567). Next, the address of the random number storage area (random number storage area for special figure 2) corresponding to the reserved number of special figure 2 is calculated (step X568), and the big hit random number prepared by the above-mentioned hard random number acquisition process is used as the big hit random number of RWM. Save to the storage area (step X569).

After that, the jackpot symbol random number is extracted and prepared (step X570), and saved in the jackpot symbol random number storage area of the RWM (step X571). Further, the small hit symbol random number is extracted and saved in the small hit symbol random number storage area of the RWM (step X572). Subsequently, the fluctuation pattern random numbers 2 and 3 are extracted and saved in the fluctuation pattern random number storage area of the RWM corresponding to each random number (step X573). Then, the special figure hold information determination process (step X574), which is a look-ahead process, is performed, the decorative special figure hold number command corresponding to the special figure 2 hold number is prepared (step X575), and the effect command setting process is performed (step X575). Step X576), the special figure start port 3 switch processing is completed. That is, the game control device 100 (RAM111C) can extract a predetermined random number based on the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening 97, and can store the predetermined random number as the second starting memory up to a predetermined upper limit number. It serves as a second start storage means. Since there are few types of fluctuation patterns in the special figure 2 fluctuation display game, the fluctuation pattern random number 1 is not used.

[Special figure reservation information judgment processing]
FIG. 15 shows the special figure hold information determination process (step X534) in the above-mentioned special figure start port 1 switch process and the special figure hold information determination process (step X574) in the above-mentioned special figure start port 3 switch process. The same process is performed in the special figure start port 2 switch process, which is not shown. The special figure hold information determination process is a look-ahead process for determining result-related information corresponding to the special figure 1 start memory before the start timing of the special figure 1 variable display game based on the special figure 1 start memory, and special figure 2 start. This is a look-ahead process for determining result-related information corresponding to the special figure 2 start memory before the start timing of the special figure 2 variable display game based on the memory. In this special figure reservation information determination process, first, a jackpot determination process for determining whether or not a jackpot is a jackpot is performed depending on whether or not the jackpot random number value matches the jackpot determination value (step X543). Then, when the determination result is a big hit (step X544; Y), the big hit symbol random number check table is set (step X545), and the stop symbol information corresponding to the prepared big hit symbol random number is acquired (step X546). A look-ahead stop symbol command corresponding to the stop symbol information is prepared (step X551).

On the other hand, when the determination result is not a big hit (step X544; N), a small hit determination process for determining whether or not the jackpot is a small hit is performed depending on whether or not the jackpot random number value matches the small hit determination value (step X547). ). Then, when the determination result is a small hit (step X548; Y), the stop symbol information of the small hit is set (step X549), and the look-ahead stop symbol command corresponding to the stop symbol information is prepared (step X551). If the determination result is not a small hit (step X548; N), the out-of-order stop symbol information is set (step X550), and the look-ahead stop symbol command corresponding to the stop symbol information is prepared (step X551).

After preparing the look-ahead stop symbol command corresponding to the stop symbol information (step X551), the effect command setting process is performed (step X552). Next, the special figure information setting process (step X553) for setting the special figure information which is a parameter for setting the variation pattern is performed, and the special figure variation pattern setting process for setting the variation mode of the special figure variation display game is performed. (Step X554).

Then, a look-ahead variation pattern command corresponding to the first half variation number indicating the first half variation pattern and the second half variation number indicating the second half variation pattern in the variation mode of the special figure variation display game is prepared (step X555), and the effect command setting process is performed. (Step X556), the special figure reservation information determination process is terminated. The special figure information setting process in step X553 and the special figure variation pattern setting process in step X554 are the process executed at the start of the special figure 1 variation display game in the special figure 1 normal process, and the special figure 2 normal process in the special figure 2. 2 It is the same as the process executed at the start of the variable display game.

In this way, by the special figure hold information determination process in the special figure start port 1 switch process and the special figure hold information determination process in the special figure start port 2 switch process, the special figure 1 variable display game based on the special figure 1 start memory A look-ahead stop symbol command including the result and a look-ahead variation pattern command including information on the variation pattern in the special figure 1 variation display game based on the special figure 1 start memory are prepared and transmitted to the effect control device 300. As a result, the judgment result (look-ahead result) of the result-related information (whether it is a big hit or a small hit and the type of fluctuation pattern) corresponding to the special figure 1 start memory is changed to the special figure 1 variation based on the corresponding special figure 1 start memory. It is possible to notify the effect control device 300 before the start timing of the display game, and in particular, by changing the decorative special figure start memory display displayed on the display device 41, the special figure 1 variable display game is started. It is possible to notify the player of the result-related information before the timing.

In addition, by the special figure hold information determination process in the special figure start port 3 switch processing, the look-ahead stop symbol command including the result of the special figure 2 variable display game based on the special figure 2 start memory and the special figure 2 start memory based on the special figure 2 start memory. FIG. 2 A look-ahead variation pattern command including information on variation patterns in the variation display game is prepared and transmitted to the effect control device 300. As a result, the judgment result (look-ahead result) of the result-related information (whether it is a big hit or a small hit and the type of fluctuation pattern) corresponding to the special figure 2 start memory is changed to the special figure 2 variation based on the corresponding special figure 2 start memory. It is possible to notify the effect control device 300 before the start timing of the display game, and in particular, by changing the decorative special figure start memory display displayed on the display device 41, the special figure 2 variable display game is started. It is possible to notify the player of the result-related information before the timing.

That is, the game control device 100 may determine the result of the first variation display game and the variation mode information before the start of the first variation display game based on the first start memory stored in the first start storage means. It serves as a possible first determination means, and determines the result of the second variation display game and the variation mode information before the start of the second variation display game based on the second start memory stored in the second start storage means. It is a possible second decision-making means. Further, the game control device 100 determines a random number stored as a start memory in the start winning prize storage means (game control device 100) before executing the variation display game based on the start memory (for example, whether or not a special result is obtained). (Judgment such as) Makes a preliminary judgment means. It should be noted that the time to determine the random number value stored in advance corresponding to the start memory is not only when the start memory occurs but also before the variable display game based on the start memory is played. good.

[Special Figure 1 Game Processing]
FIG. 16 shows a special figure 1 game process (step X112) in the above-mentioned timer interrupt process. In the special figure 1 game process, control of the entire process related to the special figure 1 variable display game and setting of the display of the special figure 1 are performed.
In this special figure 1 game process, first, it is determined whether or not the special figure 1 interruption flag that is set when the special figure 1 variation display game is interrupted is set (step Y100). In the special figure 1 variable display game, when the result of the special figure 2 variable display game becomes the second special result (small hit) and the second special gaming state is executed during the execution of the special figure 1 variable display game. , Is interrupted during the execution of the second special game state.

If the special figure 1 interruption flag is not set (step Y100; N), that is, if the special figure 1 variation display game is not interrupted, the process proceeds to step Y101, and the subsequent special figure 1 variation display is performed. Perform game-related processing. On the other hand, when the special figure 1 interruption flag is set (step Y100; Y), that is, when the special figure 1 variable display game is interrupted, the processing related to the special figure 1 variable display game in steps Y101 to Y119 is performed. Instead, the process proceeds to step Y120. As a result, while the special figure 1 variable display game is interrupted, the special figure 1 variable display game does not proceed (the special figure 1 game processing timer is not updated), and only the variable display continues.

In the processing related to the special figure 1 variable display game, first, the special gaming state executed based on whether the special figure 2 is in the big hit / small hit, that is, the result of the special figure 2 variable display game is the big hit or the small hit. It is determined whether it is inside (step Y101). Then, when the big hit / small hit of the special figure 2 is in progress (step Y101; Y), the process proceeds to step Y104. On the other hand, when the big hit / small hit of the special figure 2 is not in progress (step Y101; N), the big winning opening switch monitoring process (step Y102) is performed, and the specific area switch monitoring process (step Y103) is performed.

In the large winning opening switch monitoring process, the game ball is detected by the large winning opening switch 38a provided in the first special variable winning device 38 and the large winning opening switch 39a provided in the second special variable winning device 39. To monitor and set the large winning opening count command to be transmitted to the production control device 300 based on the winning to the large winning opening, and to close the large winning opening when the specified number of winnings are received in the large winning opening. Is processed. In the special figure 1 game processing, the big winning opening switch monitoring process is performed for the special game state executed based on the result of the special figure 1 variable display game being a big hit or a small hit, and the special figure 2 variable display is performed. Regarding the special game state executed based on the result of the game being a big hit or a small hit, the big winning opening switch monitoring process is performed in the special figure 2 game process described later.
In the specific area switch monitoring process, the detection of the game ball by the specific area switch 38d provided in the first special variable winning device 38 is monitored, and the specific area is specified based on the inflow of the game ball into the specific area (probability operating area). Performs the process of setting the area passage flag. Based on the setting of this specific area passage flag, a process for generating a special gaming state is performed.

Next, if the special figure 1 game processing timer is not 0, -1 is updated (step Y104), and it is determined whether the value of the special figure 1 game processing timer is 0 (step Y105). Then, when the value of the special figure 1 game processing timer is not 0 (step Y105; N), that is, when the time is not up, the process proceeds to step Y120. Further, when the value of the special figure 1 game processing timer is 0 (step Y105; Y), that is, when the time is up or the time is already up, the process is branched to the processing corresponding to the special figure 1 game processing number. The special figure 1 game sequence branch table to be referred to is set in the register (step Y106). Then, using the table, the branch destination address of the process corresponding to the special figure 1 game processing number is acquired (step Y107), and the subroutine call by the special figure 1 game processing number is performed (step Y108).

In step Y108, when the special figure 1 game processing number is "0", the fluctuation start of the special figure 1 variable display game is monitored, and the variable start setting and effect setting of the special figure 1 variable display game, and the special figure 1 variable display game are set. FIG. 1 Special figure 1 for setting information necessary for performing processing during fluctuations Fig. 1 Ordinary processing (step Y109) is performed.
In step Y108, when the special figure 1 game processing number is "1", the special figure 1 sets the stop display time, sets the information necessary for performing the special figure 1 display processing, and the like. 1 Perform the variable processing (step Y110).

In step Y108, when the special figure 1 game processing number is "2", if the game result of the special figure 1 variable display game is a big hit, the fanfare command is set according to the type of big hit, and each big hit type The special figure 1 display processing (step Y111) is performed to set the fanfare time according to the large winning opening opening pattern, set the information necessary for performing the fanfare / interval processing, and the like.

In step Y108, when the special figure 1 game processing number is "3", the opening time of the big winning opening is set, the number of opening times is updated, and the information necessary for performing the processing during the opening of the big winning opening is set. Perform fanfare / interval processing (step Y112).
In step Y108, when the special figure 1 game processing number is "4", the process of setting the interval command if the jackpot round is not the final round, while setting the ending command if it is the final round, or the big winning opening. The large winning opening opening processing (step Y113) for setting the information necessary for performing the remaining ball processing is performed.

In step Y108, when the special figure 1 game processing number is "5", if the big hit round is the final round, the process of setting the time for the remaining balls in the big winning opening to be discharged, or the special figure 1 The big winning opening remaining ball processing (step Y114) for setting the information necessary for performing the big hit end processing is performed.
In step Y108, when the special figure 1 game processing number is "6", the special figure 1 jackpot end process (step Y115) for setting the information necessary for performing the special figure 1 normal process (step Y109). I do.

In step Y108, when the special figure 1 game processing number is "7", the opening time / opening pattern of the large winning opening when a small hit occurs, the fanfare command is set, and the small hit middle processing is performed. The small hit fanfare process (step Y116) for setting the information necessary for the game is performed.
In step Y108, when the special figure 1 game processing number is "8", the small hit middle processing (step Y117) for setting the ending command, setting the information necessary for performing the small hit remaining ball processing, and the like is performed. conduct.

In step Y108, when the special figure 1 game processing number is "9", the processing for setting the time for the remaining balls that have won in the large winning opening during the small hit medium processing and the small hit end. The small hit remaining ball processing (step Y118) for setting the information necessary for the processing is performed.
In step Y108, when the special figure 1 game processing number is "10", the special figure 1 small hit end process (step Y119) for setting the information necessary for performing the special figure 1 normal processing is performed.

After that, a special figure 1 fluctuation control table for controlling the fluctuation of the special figure 1 display of the batch display device 50 is prepared (step Y120), and a symbol fluctuation control process related to the special figure 1 display of the batch display device 50 (step Y120). Step Y121) is performed, the lever solenoid control process (step Y122) for controlling the operation of the lever solenoid 38f is performed, and the special figure 1 game process is completed. This special figure 1 game process performs a process of performing a series of execution control related to the first variable display game (special figure 1 variable display game).

[Special Figure 2 Game Processing]
FIG. 17 shows the special figure 2 game processing (step X113) in the above-mentioned timer interrupt processing. In the special figure 2 game process, control of the entire process related to the special figure 2 variable display game and setting of the display of the special figure 2 are performed. This special figure 2 game process basically performs the same process as the above-mentioned special figure 1 game process for the special figure 2.
In this special figure 2 game process, first, it is determined whether or not the special figure 2 interruption flag, which is set when the special figure 2 variation display game is interrupted, is set (step Y130). In the special figure 2 variable display game, when the result of the special figure 1 variable display game becomes the second special result (small hit) and the second special gaming state is executed during the execution of the special figure 2 variable display game. , Is interrupted during the execution of the second special game state.

If the special figure 2 interruption flag is not set (step Y130; N), that is, if the special figure 2 variation display game is not interrupted, the process proceeds to step Y131, and the subsequent special figure 2 variation display is performed. Perform game-related processing. On the other hand, when the special figure 2 interruption flag is set (step Y130; Y), that is, when the special figure 2 variable display game is interrupted, the processing related to the special figure 2 variable display game in steps Y131 to Y152 is performed. Instead, the process proceeds to step Y153. As a result, while the special figure 2 variable display game is interrupted, the special figure 2 variable display game does not proceed (the special figure 2 game processing timer is not updated), and only the variable display continues.

In the processing related to the special figure 2 variable display game, first, the special gaming state executed based on whether the special figure 1 is in the big hit / small hit, that is, the result of the special figure 1 variable display game is the big hit or the small hit. It is determined whether it is inside (step Y131). Then, in the case of a big hit / small hit in FIG. 1 (step Y131; Y), the process proceeds to step Y134. On the other hand, when the big hit / small hit of the special figure 1 is not in progress (step Y131; N), the big winning opening switch monitoring process (step Y132) is performed, and the specific area switch monitoring process (step Y133) is performed.

In the large winning opening switch monitoring process, the game ball is detected by the large winning opening switch 38a provided in the first special variable winning device 38 and the large winning opening switch 39a provided in the second special variable winning device 39. To monitor and set the large winning opening count command to be transmitted to the production control device 300 based on the winning to the large winning opening, and to close the large winning opening when the specified number of winnings are received in the large winning opening. Is processed. In the special figure 2 game processing, the big winning opening switch monitoring process is performed for the special game state executed based on the result of the special figure 2 variable display game being a big hit or a small hit, and the special figure 1 variable display is performed. Regarding the special game state executed based on the result of the game being a big hit or a small hit, the big winning opening switch monitoring process is performed in the above-mentioned special figure 1 game process.
In the specific area switch monitoring process, the detection of the game ball by the specific area switch 38d provided in the first special variable winning device 38 is monitored, and the specific area is specified based on the inflow of the game ball into the specific area (probability operating area). Performs the process of setting the area passage flag. Based on the setting of this specific area passage flag, a process for generating a special gaming state is performed.

Next, if the special figure 2 game processing timer is not 0, -1 is updated (step Y134), and it is determined whether the value of the special figure 2 game processing timer is 0 (step Y135). Then, when the value of the special figure 2 game processing timer is not 0 (step Y135; N), that is, when the time is not up, the process proceeds to step Y153. Further, when the value of the special figure 2 game processing timer is 0 (step Y135; Y), that is, when the time is up or the time is already up, the number of repetitions of the special figure 2 game processing timer is 0. (Step Y136).

When the number of repetitions of the special figure 2 game processing timer is not 0 (step Y136; N), the number of repetitions of the special figure 2 game processing timer is updated by -1 (step Y137), and the number of repetitions of the special figure 2 game processing timer is extended to the special figure 2 game processing timer area. The fluctuation timer value (for example, 60,000 msec) is saved (step Y138), and the process proceeds to step Y153.
In order to prevent the player from intentionally executing the special figure 2 variable display game with a high probability of small hits in the normal gaming state, the variable time of the special figure 2 variable display game in the normal gaming state is very long. (For example, 10 minutes). However, since the area that can be used as the special figure 2 game processing timer is limited, it is difficult to measure the fluctuation time at once even if the upper limit value is set as the initial value of the timer. Therefore, the fluctuation time is measured by a plurality of times using the number of repetitions, which is the number of times the time is measured for a specified time (for example, 60,000 msec).

When the number of repetitions of the special figure 2 game processing timer is 0 (step Y136; Y), the special figure 2 game sequence branch table referred to for branching to the processing corresponding to the special figure 2 game processing number is set in the register. Set (step Y139). Then, using the table, the branch destination address of the process corresponding to the special figure 2 game processing number is acquired (step Y140), and the subroutine call by the special figure 2 game processing number is performed (step Y141).

In step Y141, when the special figure 2 game processing number is "0", the fluctuation start of the special figure 2 variable display game is monitored, and the variable start setting and effect setting of the special figure 2 variable display game, and the special figure 2 variable display game are set. FIG. 2 Special figure 2 for setting information necessary for performing processing during fluctuations Fig. 2 Ordinary processing (step Y142) is performed.
In step Y141, when the special figure 2 game processing number is "1", the special figure 2 sets the stop display time, sets the information necessary for performing the special figure 2 display processing, and the like. 2 Perform the variable processing (step Y143).

In step Y141, when the special figure 2 game processing number is "2", if the game result of the special figure 2 variable display game is a big hit, the fanfare command is set according to the type of big hit, and each big hit type The special figure 2 display processing (step Y144) for setting the fanfare time according to the large winning opening opening pattern, setting the information necessary for performing the fanfare / interval processing, and the like is performed.

In step Y141, when the special figure 2 game processing number is "3", the opening time of the large winning opening is set, the number of opening times is updated, and the information necessary for performing the processing during the opening of the large winning opening is set. Perform fanfare / interval processing (step Y145).
In step Y141, when the special figure 2 game processing number is "4", the process of setting the interval command if the jackpot round is not the final round, while setting the ending command if it is the final round, or the big winning opening. The large winning opening opening processing (step Y146) for setting the information necessary for performing the remaining ball processing is performed.

In step Y141, when the special figure 2 game processing number is "5", if the big hit round is the final round, the process of setting the time for the remaining balls in the big winning opening to be discharged, or the special figure 2 The big winning opening remaining ball processing (step Y147) for setting the information necessary for performing the big hit end processing is performed.
In step Y141, when the special figure 2 game processing number is "6", special figure 2 jackpot end processing (step Y148) for setting information necessary for performing special figure 2 normal processing (step Y141). I do.

In step Y141, when the special figure 2 game processing number is "7", the opening time / opening pattern of the large winning opening when a small hit occurs, the fanfare command is set, and the small hit medium processing is performed. The small hit fanfare process (step Y149) for setting the information necessary for the game is performed.
In step Y141, when the special figure 2 game processing number is "8", the small hit middle processing (step Y150) for setting the ending command, setting the information necessary for performing the small hit remaining ball processing, and the like is performed. conduct.

In step Y141, when the special figure 2 game processing number is "9", the process of setting the time for the remaining balls that have won in the large winning opening during the small hit medium processing and the small hit end. The small hit remaining ball processing (step Y151) for setting the information necessary for performing the processing is performed.
In step Y141, when the special figure 2 game processing number is "10", the special figure 2 small hit end process (step Y152) for setting the information necessary for performing the special figure 2 normal processing is performed.

After that, a special figure 2 fluctuation control table for controlling the fluctuation of the special figure 2 display of the batch display device 50 is prepared (step Y153), and a symbol fluctuation control process related to the special figure 2 display of the batch display device 50 (step Y153). Step Y154) is performed, the lever solenoid control process (step Y155) for controlling the operation of the lever solenoid 38f is performed, and the special figure 2 game process is completed. This special figure 2 game process performs a process of performing a series of execution control related to the second variable display game (special figure 2 variable display game).

Next, the control by the effect control device 300 will be described. The main control microcomputer (CPU) 311 of the effect control device 300 performs the main process shown in FIG. 18 and the timer interrupt process (not shown).

[Main processing]
As shown in FIG. 18, in the main process, the process at the start of the program is first performed. In the process at the start of this program, interrupts are first disabled (step C1), and the initial setting of the CPU is performed (step C2). Next, the initial setting of VDP 312 is performed (step C3), and interrupts are enabled (step C4). Next, the generation of display data is permitted (step C5), a random number seed is set (step C6), and the initial value at the time of power-on is saved in the area to be initialized (step C7). As a result, the power failure occurrence detected flag and the like are cleared.

After performing the processing at the start of the program in steps C1 to C7, the loop processing is performed as the main loop processing. In this loop processing, first, the WDT (watchdog timer) is cleared (step C8). Next, the effect button input process (step C9) for creating input information from the input signal (rising edge) based on the operation of the effect button 25 or the cross key 29 is performed. The input from the effect button 25 and the cross key 29 is read in the timer interrupt process, and in this effect button input process, when there is an input from the effect button 25 or the cross key 29, the effect content is changed. ..

Then, the hall / player setting mode processing that accepts operations such as setting the changeable range of the brightness and volume of the LED and the liquid crystal and changing the brightness and volume of the LED and the liquid crystal by the player is performed (step C10). Next, a random number update process (step C11) for updating a random number that determines the details of the variation mode of the decorative special figure variation display game is performed.

Next, a reception command check process (step C12) that analyzes commands from the game control device 100 and responds to them is performed, and an effect display editing process (step C13) that edits settings and drawing commands for controlling the progress of the effect is performed. ) To set the end of preparation for the drawing command (step C14). In these processes, various data are updated according to the contents to be drawn, and the drawing data is finally set in the frame buffer. If the drawing data of the screen to be drawn within 1/30 second (about 33.3 msec) is prepared, the image can be updated without any problem.

Then, it is determined whether or not it is the frame switching timing (step C15). In the present embodiment, since the system cycle (1 frame 1/30 second) is created, it is determined that the frame switching timing is reached when the V blank interrupt (1/60 second) is inserted twice. The frame switching timing can be changed as appropriate. For example, the image may be updated (frame switching) in 1/60 seconds, or the image may be updated (frames) at a timing later than 1/60 seconds. (Switching) may be performed. If it is determined in step C15 that it is not the frame switching timing (step C15; N), the process of step C15 is repeated. On the other hand, when it is determined in step C15 that it is the frame switching timing (step C15; Y), screen drawing is instructed (step C16).

After that, a sound control process (step C17) that controls the output of sound from the speakers (upper speaker 19a, lower speaker 19b), and a decoration control process that controls LEDs such as the panel decoration device 46 and the frame decoration device 18 (step). C18), a movable body control process (step C19) that controls the motor and solenoid of the board effect device 44, and a board effect setting process (step C20) that controls the effect by the notification unit provided in the center case 40. Then, the process returns to the process of clearing the WDT (step C8).

[Receive command check process]
FIG. 19 shows a received command check process in the above-mentioned main process. In this received command check process, first, the value of the command reception counter that counts how many commands are received in one frame (1/30 second) is loaded as the number of command receptions (step C201), and the command is received. It is determined whether or not the number is non-zero (step C202). Then, when it is determined that the number of received commands is 0 (step C202; N), the received command check process ends. If it is determined that the number of received commands is not 0 (step C202; Y), the contents of the command reception counter area are subtracted by the number of command receptions (step C203).

Next, the contents of the received command buffer are copied to the command area (step C204), the command read index is updated by +1 in the range of 0 to 31 (step C205), and whether or not the command copying for the number of command receptions is completed is completed. (Step C206). As described above, in the present embodiment, the command is not analyzed directly in the received command buffer, the contents of the received command buffer are copied to the command area (RAM area for analysis), and the command is analyzed in the command area. It is configured as. As a result, the command (data) can be moved to create a space in case the command is transmitted from the game control device 100 during the analysis of the command. In addition, command analysis can be performed collectively in units of one main process.

If it is determined in step C206 that the copy of the command for the number of received commands has not been completed (step C206; N), the process returns to step C204. When it is determined that the copying of the commands corresponding to the number of received commands is completed (step C206; Y), the contents of the command area are loaded (step C207), and the received command analysis process (step C208) is performed.

Next, the address of the command area is updated (step C209), and it is determined whether or not the analysis of the commands corresponding to the number of received commands is completed (step C210). Then, when it is determined that the analysis of the commands corresponding to the number of received commands has not been completed (step C210; N), the process returns to the process of step C207. Further, when it is determined that the analysis of the commands corresponding to the number of received commands is completed (step C210; Y), the received command check process is terminated. In this way, in the received command check process, the commands received in one frame (1/30 second) are collectively analyzed. In this embodiment, up to 32 commands can be saved.

[Received command analysis processing]
FIG. 20 shows the received command analysis process in the above-mentioned received command check process. In this received command analysis process, first, the upper byte of the command is separated as MODE and the lower byte is ACT (ACTION) (step C231), and it is determined whether the MODE and ACT are in the normal range (step C232, step C233). ). When it is determined that the MODE and the ACT are in the normal range (step C232; Y, step C233; Y), it is determined whether or not the ACT for the MODE is the correct combination (step C234).

Further, when it is determined in step C232 and step C233 that the MODE or ACT is not in the normal range (step C232; N, step C233; N), or when it is determined in the step C234 that the ACT for the MODE is not the correct combination (step C232; N, step C233; N). At C234; N), the received command analysis process is terminated.

If it is determined in step C234 that the ACT for MODE is the correct combination (step C234; Y), MODE determines whether or not it is within the range of the variable command (step C235). The variable command is a command that commands the variable pattern of the special figure. Then, when it is determined that the MODE is within the range of the variable command (step C235; Y), the variable command process (step C236) is performed to end the received command analysis process.

If it is determined in step C235 that MODE is not in the range of the variable command (step C235; N), it is determined whether MODE is in the range of the jackpot command (step C237). The jackpot command is a command for commanding an operation related to a big hit medium effect (display of a fanfare screen or a round screen, etc.) or a command for an operation related to a small hit medium effect (display of a fanfare screen, an end screen, etc.). Then, when it is determined that the MODE is within the range of the jackpot command (step C237; Y), the jackpot command process (step C238) is performed to end the received command analysis process.

Further, in step C237, when it is determined that MODE is not in the range of the jackpot command (step C237; N), MODE determines whether or not it is in the range of the symbol command (step C239). The symbol system command is a command for commanding information about the symbol of the special symbol (for example, what the stop symbol of the special symbol should be). Then, when the MODE determines that the range of the symbol-based command is within the range (step C239; Y), the symbol-based command process (step C240) is performed to end the received command analysis process.

If it is determined in step C239 that MODE is not in the range of symbol commands (step C239; N), MODE determines whether it is in the range of single-shot commands such as hold count commands and error commands. (Step C241). Single-shot commands are commands that are established independently, unlike commands that make sense in combination, such as symbol commands and variable commands. This one-shot command includes a customer waiting demo command, a hold count command, a symbol stop command, a probability information command, an error / invalid command, a model specification command, and the like. Then, when it is determined that the MODE is within the range of the single-shot command (step C241; Y), the single-shot command process (step C242) is performed to end the received command analysis process.

If it is determined in step C241 that MODE is not in the range of the single-shot command (step C241; N), MODE determines whether or not it is in the range of the look-ahead symbol command (step C243). When the MODE determines that the command is within the range of the look-ahead symbol command (step C243; Y), the look-ahead symbol command process (step C244) is performed to end the received command analysis process.

If it is determined in step C243 that MODE is not in the range of the look-ahead symbol command (step C243; N), MODE determines whether or not it is in the range of the look-ahead variable command (step C245). When the MODE determines that the command is within the range of the look-ahead variable command (step C245; Y), the look-ahead variable command process (step C246) is performed to end the received command analysis process. If it is determined in step C245 that MODE is not within the range of the look-ahead variable command (step C245; N), the received command analysis process is terminated.

The look-ahead variable command and the look-ahead symbol command are commands that include information necessary for executing the look-ahead effect. The look-ahead effect (also called look-ahead notice or look-ahead notice effect) is whether or not the special figure change display game corresponding to the unexecuted start memory (hold) becomes a big hit when the special figure change display game is subsequently executed. In order to notify the player in advance of (or what kind of fluctuation pattern it will be) with a predetermined reliability, the decorative special figure start memory display or the like to be displayed on the display device 41 may be performed in a mode different from the usual mode, or the display device 41 may be displayed. It is a production such as performing a production display on. The look-ahead command (look-ahead variable command and look-ahead symbol command) is a command that informs in advance the fluctuation pattern and the stop symbol corresponding to the start memory that is the target of the look-ahead effect, and is from the game control device 100 at the time of winning a start. It is transmitted to the effect control device 300. It should be noted that normal variable commands and symbol commands that are not look-ahead are transmitted from the game control device 100 to the effect control device 300 at the start of the variable display.

[Variable command processing]
FIG. 21 shows a variable command process (step C236) in the above-mentioned received command analysis process. In this variable command processing, first, it is determined whether or not the special figure type is undetermined (step C361). The special figure type is information indicating whether the special figure type is special figure 1 or special figure 2, and is information set by the symbol system command processing.

When this special figure type is undecided (step C361; Y), the variable command processing ends. If the special symbol type is not undetermined (step C361; N), that is, if the special symbol type is set, the combination of the variable command and the symbol command is checked (step C362), and the variable command and the symbol type are changed. It is determined whether there is an inconsistency (step C363).

If the variable command and the symbol type are inconsistent (step C363; Y), the variable command process ends. When the variation command and the symbol type are not inconsistent (step C363; N), the variation pattern type is determined from the variation command (step C364). The symbol type means a category of symbols, and the symbol types include, for example, a missed symbol, a probabilistic jackpot symbol, a normal jackpot symbol, and a small hit symbol. The case where the fluctuation command and the symbol type are inconsistent is when the deviation command (variation pattern command) is received, but the symbol command of the probability variation jackpot symbol is received. It means that the combination is inconsistent (combination of variable command and symbol type).

In the process of determining the variation pattern type from the variation command (step C364), the variation pattern type, which is a rough classification of the variation display effect of the special figure, is determined according to the received command. Then, the variation effect setting process for setting the information for performing the effect according to the variation command is performed (step C365).

Next, the special figure changing state is set as the P machine state (pachinko machine state) (step C366). Here, "during special map change" means that the special figure is changing (during a customer waiting demonstration, a big hit, or not during fanfare). Further, if the number of pre-reading effects (number of times of pre-reading execution) is not zero, the number of pre-reading effects is updated by -1 (process of reducing the number of pre-reading effects by 1) (step C367), and the variable command processing is terminated.

[Variable effect setting process]
FIG. 22 shows the variation effect setting process (step C365) in the above-mentioned variation system command process. In this variation effect setting process, first, it is determined whether the variation pattern type is reachless variation (step C381). When the variation pattern type is non-reach variation (step C381; Y), the first half notice distribution group address table corresponding to the model code, the special figure type, and the production mode at that time is set (step C382). Since it is a variation without reach, the symbol type is always a missed symbol, and it is not necessary to refer to the symbol type in particular here. The effect mode corresponds to a game mode managed by the effect control device 300, and is naturally different depending on the model, but here, there are a normal mode, a probability variation mode, and the like. Further, each mode is provided with a plurality of modes in which the distribution rate of the advance notice effect and the effect mode of the decorative special figure variation display game in the display device 41 are different.

Next, with reference to the first half notice distribution group address table, the address of the first half notice distribution group table corresponding to the number of reservations of MODE and special figure type is acquired (step C383). As a result, in the case of non-reach variation, it is possible to change the lottery content of the advance notice effect (specifically, the appearance rate of each advance notice effect mode) that appears during each change according to the number of reservations. After that, the notice lottery that appears during the first half fluctuation is performed using the first half notice distribution group table (step C386).

On the other hand, when the fluctuation pattern type is not reachless fluctuation (step C381; N), the first half notice distribution group address table corresponding to the model code, special figure type, effect mode, and symbol type is set (step C384). Then, referring to the first half notice distribution group address table, the address of the first half notice distribution group table corresponding to the MODE and the fluctuation pattern type is acquired (step C385), and the first half is changing using the first half notice distribution group table. The notice lottery that appears in is performed (step C386).

Next, a lottery will be drawn for the notice production of the latter half fluctuation. The latter half of the special figure variation display game is a so-called reach action (for example, a variation display in a special result mode (combination of special symbols) in which the display area excluding a specific area among the display areas of a plurality of columns of the special figure is a big hit). Is stopped and the variable display is performed only in a specific area). On the other hand, the first half fluctuation of the special figure fluctuation display game is the fluctuation display before the start of the reach action.

First, the latter half notice distribution group address table corresponding to the model code, the special figure type, the effect mode, and the symbol type is set (step C387). The second half notice distribution group address table is a table for selecting the address of the second half notice distribution group table. Then, the address of the second half notice distribution group table corresponding to ACT is acquired by referring to the second half notice distribution group address table (step C388), and during the second half fluctuation (during reach) using the second half notice distribution group table. A lottery for the notice of appearance is performed (step C389).

After that, the content of the variable effect corresponding to MODE and ACT is determined (step C390), and the content of the effect corresponding to the preliminary lottery result is determined (step C391). As a result, the production and notice of the variation time of the decoration special figure variation display game and the main reach contents will be determined. Further, the stop symbol setting process for determining the stop symbol is performed with reference to the determined variation pattern (reach effect, etc.) of the special figure variation display game, the notice content, and the game state (step C392).

Next, the display setting of the variable effect is performed (step C393), and the display setting of the notice effect is performed (step C394). By these processes, it becomes possible to execute the effect and the advance notice in the decorative special figure variation display game set as described above. After that, the display setting of the hold reduction corresponding to the special figure type is performed (step C395). In this process, a setting is made to reduce the decorative special figure start memory display in response to the decrease in the start memory corresponding to the start of the special figure variation display game.

Then, the sound number which is the BGM number, the decoration number which is the number indicating the type of the effect by the decoration lamp, etc. are set (step C396), and the decoration special figure variation (variation display of the identification information) corresponding to the special figure type is set. Display settings are made (step C397). Further, in order to set the variation display of the fourth symbol that displays the decorative special symbol variation display game separately from the variation display of the identification information, the display setting of the fourth symbol variation corresponding to the special symbol type is performed (step C398). , Ends the variable effect setting process.

[Look-ahead variable command processing]
FIG. 23 shows a look-ahead variable command process (step C246) in the above-mentioned received command analysis process. In this look-ahead variation command processing, first, it is determined whether or not the look-ahead variation pattern command is waiting to be received (step C311). Here, if there is a look-ahead variation pattern command reception waiting flag set in the look-ahead symbol command processing, it is determined that the command is waiting for reception. If the read-ahead variation pattern command is not waiting for reception (step C311; N), the look-ahead variation command processing is terminated. On the other hand, when waiting for the look-ahead variation pattern command reception (step C311; Y), the look-ahead variation pattern command reception wait flag is cleared (step C312).

After that, the command is saved in the look-ahead fluctuation command area corresponding to the total number of holds (step C313), and the look-ahead command consistency check process (step C314) for determining whether the combination of MODE and ACT (command combination) is normal is performed. .. If the command combination is not normal (step C315; N), that is, if the value of invalid command information is returned, the look-ahead variable command processing is terminated. In this case, the information of the look-ahead fluctuation pattern command that is not normal may be cleared from the storage area. In addition, information (NG information) indicating that it is not normal may be saved in the corresponding storage area. On the other hand, when the command combination is normal (step C315; Y), that is, when the value of the valid command information is returned, it is determined whether or not the specific effect is being executed (step C316). The specific effect is an effect in which the waiting display unit is hidden.

If this specific effect is not being executed (step C316; N), the process proceeds to step C318. Further, when the specific effect is being executed (step C316; Y), the hidden information is set (step C317), the pre-reading lottery process (step C318) for drawing the execution of the pre-reading notice effect is performed, and the pre-reading notice is performed. It is determined whether or not the effect is generated (step C319).

Then, when the pre-reading advance notice effect is not generated (step C319; N), the pre-reading variable command processing is terminated. On the other hand, when the pre-reading notice effect is generated (step C319; Y), is the pre-reading notice effect (that is, the pre-reading notice effect selected in the pre-reading lottery process (step C318)) immediately started? Is determined (step C320). The effect of immediately starting is, for example, a hold change notice for changing the display mode of the decorative special figure start memory display in the standby hold display unit displayed on the display device 41 from the present time.

Further, the effect that does not start immediately is a hold change notice that changes the display mode of the decorative special figure start memory display displayed on the display device 41 from a predetermined timing later. For example, the waiting hold display unit is hidden. It is a pending change notice that starts when the display is resumed in some cases. In addition to this, it is a look-ahead notice effect performed during the execution of the special figure variable display game, such as an effect that continuously generates a specific effect or reach state over a plurality of special figure variable display games, and a character that appears during the variable display. It also includes a production that gives a notice by. At the timing when the execution of the effect that does not start immediately is started, if the special figure variation display game is being executed, the special figure variation display game ends, and the execution of the next special figure variation display game is started. Timing etc. are included.

In the case of the effect to be started immediately (step C320; Y), the drawing of the selected look-ahead notice effect is set (step C321), the hidden information is cleared (step C323), and the look-ahead variable command processing is performed. finish. On the other hand, if the effect is not to start immediately (step C320; N), the drawing reservation setting of the selected look-ahead notice effect is set (step C322), the hidden information is cleared (step C323), and the look-ahead variable command. End the process.

In the process of setting the drawing reservation of the selected look-ahead notice effect (step C322), for example, when the waiting hold display unit is hidden, the hold change notice is set to start at the timing when the display is resumed. .. As a result, the hold change notice is started at the timing when the display of the waiting hold display unit is resumed. The timing at which the display is resumed can be obtained by acquiring the time from the progress of the scenario of the currently executing effect to the end of the specific effect.

<Design standby production, design change production>
The effect control device 300 can execute the decorative special figure variation display game on the display device 41 in response to the execution of the special figure variation display game. Further, this decorative special figure variation display game includes, for example, left symbol Z1 (decorative identification information of the left variable display area in the display device 41), middle symbol Z2 (decorative identification information of the medium variable display area in the display device 41), and right. After the symbol Z3 (decorative identification information of the right variable display area in the display device 41) is variablely displayed, the temporary stop display is performed when the temporary stop is displayed in the order of the left symbol Z1, the right symbol Z3, and the middle symbol Z2. It is possible to execute a symbol standby effect in which the left symbol Z1 and the right symbol Z3 in the middle are made to stand by in a predetermined standby area.

Here, for example, as shown in FIG. 24A, the movable member 721 of the upper left effect device 44a can move from the initial position toward the center of the display device 41 and move to the operating position. In FIG. 24 (a), the movable member 721 at the initial position is shown by a solid line, and the movable member 721 at the operating position is shown by a alternate long and short dash line. Therefore, the region surrounded by the broken line L1 becomes the operating range of the movable member 721, and all the operating loci of arbitrary points on the movable member 721 are arranged within this operating range. In FIG. 24A, for convenience, the specific point P1 is shown on behalf of the arbitrary point on the movable member 721, and the operation locus Q1 of the specific point P1 is shown on behalf of the operation locus of the arbitrary point on the movable member 721. Shown.

Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 24B, the movable member 770 of the lower effect device 44d can move from the initial position toward the center of the display device 41 and move to the operating position. In FIG. 24 (b), the movable member 770 at the initial position is shown by a solid line, and the movable member 770 at the operating position is shown by a dashed-dotted line. Therefore, the region surrounded by the broken line L2 is the operating range of the movable member 770, and all the operating loci of arbitrary points on the movable member 770 are arranged within this operating range. In FIG. 24B, for convenience, the specific point P2 is shown on behalf of the arbitrary point on the movable member 770, and the operation locus Q2 of the specific point P2 is shown on behalf of the operation locus of the arbitrary point on the movable member 770. Shown.

Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 24 (c), the region where the region surrounded by the broken line L1 and the region surrounded by the broken line L2 overlap (the region with diagonal hatching in FIG. 24 (c)) is the movable member 721. The operating range of the movable member 770 and the operating range of the movable member 770 overlap each other. Then, within this overlapping range, the intersection P3 between the operation locus Q1 of the specific point P1 in the movable member 721 and the operation locus Q2 of the specific point P2 in the movable member 770 is arranged.

In the following description, in the display area of the display device 41, the overlapping range where the operating range of the movable member 721 and the operating range of the movable member 770 overlap (the area shaded in FIG. 24C) and the front and back The overlapping area is referred to as an overlapping display unit R1. Further, in the display area of the display device 41, the area on the left side of the overlapping display unit R1 that does not overlap the operating range of the movable member 721 and the operating range of the movable member 770 in the front-rear direction is displayed on the left standby display. It is referred to as a part R2. Further, in the display area of the display device 41, the area on the right side of the overlapping display unit R1 that does not overlap the operating range of the movable member 721 and the operating range of the movable member 770 in the front-rear direction is displayed on the right standby display. It is referred to as a part R3.

In the drawing, for convenience, the overlapping display unit R1, the left standby display unit R2, and the right standby display unit R3 are surrounded by a two-dot chain line, but the actual overlapping display unit R1, the left standby display unit R2, and the right standby display are displayed. The unit R3 may be surrounded by a line or the like (the line surrounding the display units R1, R2, R3 may be displayed on the display device 41) or may not be surrounded (display units R1, R2, R2). It is not necessary to display the line surrounding R3 on the display device 41).

FIG. 25 shows an example of the symbol standby effect. The symbol standby effect is executed when the symbol standby effect lottery for determining whether or not to execute the symbol standby effect is won. This symbol standby effect lottery is executed, for example, at the start of the special figure variation display game (for example, in the variation effect setting process (FIG. 22)).
When the special symbol variation display game (main variation) starts, the effect control device 300 starts variation display of the left symbol Z1, the middle symbol Z2, and the right symbol Z3. At that time, the left symbol Z1, the middle symbol Z2, and the right symbol Z3 are variably displayed at positions that do not overlap the movable members 721 and 770 at the initial position, as shown in FIG. 24 (d), for example. In the present embodiment, the decorative special figure variation display game corresponding to the irregular variation is not displayed, but may be displayed.

Then, when the symbol standby effect lottery executed at the start of the special symbol variation display game is won, first, as shown in FIG. 25 (a), the left symbol Z1 is temporarily stopped by the overlapping display unit R1. (For example, swing display), and then, as shown in FIG. 25B, for example, the left symbol Z1 is reduced and moved from the overlapping display unit R1 to the left standby display unit R2, and the left standby display unit R2. Temporary stop display (for example, rocking display) is displayed with. The left symbol Z1 does not swing while moving from the overlapping display unit R1 to the left standby display unit R2, but swings after arriving at the left standby display unit R2.
Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 25 (c), the right symbol Z3 is temporarily stopped and displayed (for example, a swing display) on the overlapping display unit R1, and then, as shown in FIG. 25 (d), for example, the right symbol Z3. However, as it shrinks, it moves from the overlapping display unit R1 to the right standby display unit R3, and a temporary stop display (for example, swing display) is displayed on the right standby display unit R3. The right symbol Z2 does not swing while moving from the overlapping display unit R1 to the right standby display unit R3, but swings after arriving at the right standby display unit R3.

Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 25 (e), the middle symbol Z2 is temporarily stopped and displayed (for example, a swing display) on the overlapping display unit R1. After that, the middle symbol Z2 moves, and the left symbol Z1 and the right symbol Z3 expand and move. For example, as shown in FIG. 25 (f), the left symbol Z1, the middle symbol Z2, and the right symbol Z3 are moved. The stop display is displayed at a position that does not overlap the movable members 721 and 770 at the initial position. As a result, the game result is displayed.

Further, the effect control device 300 operates the movable member of the board effect device 44 to execute a symbol change effect of changing the symbol on which the movable member acts among the left symbol Z1, the middle symbol Z2, and the right symbol Z3. It is possible.
26 to 27 show an example of a symbol standby effect and a symbol change effect. The symbol change effect is executed when the symbol change effect lottery for determining whether or not to execute the symbol change effect is won. This symbol change effect lottery is executed, for example, at the start of the special figure variation display game (for example, in the variation effect setting process (FIG. 22)).

In this embodiment, the symbol change effect lottery is executed when the symbol standby effect lottery is won, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the symbol change effect lottery may be executed regardless of whether the symbol standby effect lottery is won or lost, or the symbol standby effect lottery may be executed when the symbol change effect lottery is won. Alternatively, the symbol standby effect lottery may be executed regardless of whether the symbol change effect lottery is won or lost.

When the special symbol variation display game (main variation) starts, the effect control device 300 starts variation display of the left symbol Z1, the middle symbol Z2, and the right symbol Z3.
Then, when the symbol standby effect lottery and the symbol change effect lottery executed at the start of the special symbol variation display game are won, first, as shown in FIG. 26A, for example, the left symbol Z1 is a duplicate display unit. Temporary stop display (for example, swing display) is performed by R1, and then, as shown in FIG. 26 (b), the left symbol Z1 is reduced and moved from the overlapping display unit R1 to the left standby display unit R2. Temporary stop display (for example, swing display) is displayed on the left standby display unit R2.

Next, for example, as shown in FIG. 26 (c), the right symbol Z3 is temporarily stopped and displayed (for example, a swing display) on the overlapping display unit R1, and then, as shown in FIG. 26 (d), the lower effect device. The first action effect of causing the movable member 770 of 44d to act on the symbol being temporarily stopped and displayed by the overlapping display unit R1 is executed. In the present embodiment, as the first action effect, the movable member 770 is made to appear to collide with the symbol being temporarily stopped by the overlapping display unit R1. Specifically, for example, the movable member 770 moves from the initial position to an intermediate position (or may be an operating position) between the initial position and the operating position, and is temporarily stopped by the overlapping display unit R1. An effect image G1 that emphasizes that the movable member 770 has acted (collised here) on the symbol is displayed in the vicinity of the symbol being displayed.
As a result of performing the first action effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 26 (e), the number part of the symbol (here, the right symbol Z3) being temporarily stopped and displayed by the overlapping display unit R1 is changed from "5" to "6". After that, as shown in FIG. 26 (f), for example, the right symbol Z3 is reduced and moved from the overlapping display unit R1 to the right standby display unit R3, and the right standby display unit R3 temporarily stops the display. (For example, swing display).

Next, for example, as shown in FIG. 27 (a), the middle symbol Z2 is temporarily stopped and displayed (for example, a swing display) on the overlapping display unit R1, and then, as shown in FIG. 27 (b), for example, the upper left effect device. A second action effect is executed in which the movable member 721 of 44a is acted on the symbol being temporarily stopped and displayed by the overlapping display unit R1. In the present embodiment, as the second action effect, the movable member 721 is produced to appear to collide with the symbol being temporarily stopped by the overlapping display unit R1. Specifically, for example, the movable member 721 moves from the initial position to an intermediate position (or may be an operating position) between the initial position and the operating position, and is temporarily stopped by the overlapping display unit R1. An effect image G1 that emphasizes that the movable member 721 has acted (collised here) on the symbol is displayed in the vicinity of the symbol being displayed.

As a result of performing the second action effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 27 (c), the number part of the symbol (here, the middle symbol Z2) temporarily stopped and displayed by the overlapping display unit R1 is changed from "3" to "5". After the change, for example, as shown in FIG. 27 (d), the first action effect (the effect of causing the movable member 770 of the lower effect device 44d to act on the symbol being temporarily stopped and displayed by the overlapping display unit R1) is executed. Will be done.
As a result of performing the first action effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 27 (e), the number part of the symbol (here, the middle symbol Z2) temporarily stopped and displayed by the overlapping display unit R1 is changed from "5" to "6". Change. After that, the middle symbol Z2 moves, and the left symbol Z1 and the right symbol Z3 expand and move. For example, as shown in FIG. 27 (f), the left symbol Z1, the middle symbol Z2, and the right symbol Z3 are moved. The stop display is displayed at a position that does not overlap the movable members 721 and 770 at the initial position. As a result, the game result is displayed.

As described above, in the present embodiment, the plurality of decorative identification information (left symbol Z1, middle symbol Z2, right symbol Z3) is temporarily stopped (temporarily stopped) at the overlapping display unit R1. The overlapping display unit R1 is a region that overlaps the overlapping range (the region hatched with diagonal lines in FIG. 24C) in which the operating range of the movable member 721 and the operating range of the movable member 770 overlap. Therefore, a plurality of decoration identification information (left symbol Z1, middle symbol Z2, right symbol Z3) is temporarily stopped (temporarily stopped) at a position where it overlaps the overlapping range in the front-rear direction, so that attention to the decoration identification information is effective. It becomes possible to increase. Further, at least a part of the plurality of decorative identification information (in the case of the present embodiment, the left symbol Z1 and the right symbol Z3) is temporarily stopped (temporarily stopped), and then the operating range of the movable member 721 and the operation of the movable member 770. Since it moves to a position where it does not overlap with any of the ranges in the front-rear direction and stands by, even if the movable member 721 or the movable member 770 operates, the movable member obstructs the waiting decoration identification information, which is inconvenient. Does not occur.

Here, the symbol whose temporary stop is displayed on the overlapping display unit R1 and the symbol whose temporary stop is displayed on the standby display units R2 and R3 have the same shaking cycle of the swing display for appealing [1] temporary stop. [2] The additional images (not shown) that are displayed to appeal the temporary stop move in the same way. Here, the additional image displayed to appeal the temporary stop is, for example, an image that makes the design appear to shine by shaking. In the present embodiment, both [1] and [2] are satisfied, but the present invention is not limited to this, and any one that satisfies at least one of [1] and [2] may be satisfied.
Further, the symbol displayed temporarily on the duplicate display unit R1 and the symbol being temporarily stopped displayed on the standby display units R2 and R3 are different in [A] display size (for example, the symbol being temporarily stopped displayed on the duplicate display unit R1). The display size is larger for the symbol There is a difference such that the swing width is different (for example, the symbol in the temporary stop display on the overlapping display unit R1 has a larger swing width). In the present embodiment, all of [A] to [C] are satisfied, but the present invention is not limited to this, and any one that satisfies at least one of [A] to [C] may be satisfied.

In the examples shown in FIGS. 26 to 27, the first action effect and the second action effect were not performed on the symbol (that is, the left symbol Z1) that was first temporarily stopped and displayed by the overlapping display unit R1. Not limited to this.
Further, in the examples shown in FIGS. 26 to 27, the first action effect is performed only once for the second symbol (that is, the right symbol Z3) temporarily stopped and displayed by the overlapping display unit R1, and the second action effect is performed. Did not do, but is not limited to this.
Further, in the examples shown in FIGS. 26 to 27, the first action effect and the second action effect were performed once for the symbol (that is, the middle symbol Z2) temporarily stopped and displayed at the overlapping display unit R1 at the end. However, it is not limited to this.

That is, the first action effect may be performed once or a plurality of times, or the second action effect may be performed once or a plurality of times with respect to the symbol whose temporary stop display is being displayed on the overlapping display unit R1. Further, when both the first action effect and the second action effect are performed, the first action effect may be performed first, or the second action effect may be performed first.
Further, in the examples shown in FIGS. 26 to 27, as a result of performing the first action effect, the symbol during the temporary stop display is changed in the overlapping display unit R1, but as a result of performing the first action effect, the symbol is changed. May not change.
Further, in the examples shown in FIGS. 26 to 27, as a result of performing the second action effect, the symbol during the temporary stop display is changed in the overlapping display unit R1, but as a result of performing the second action effect, the symbol is changed. May not change.

Further, in the examples shown in FIGS. 26 to 27, as shown in FIGS. 26 (d) to (e) and 27 (d) to (e), for example, as a result of performing the first action effect, the overlapping display unit R1 The number part of the symbol being temporarily stopped is changed by +1 (changed so that "number after change = number before change +1"), but it is not limited to this. That is, the number of changes when the number part of the symbol changes as a result of performing the first action effect is not limited to "+1". For example, as a result of performing the first action effect, the number part of the symbol is changed by +2. (It may be changed so that "the number after the change = the number before the change + 2"), or as a result of performing the first action effect, the number part of the symbol is changed by -1 ("the number after the change". (Change so that the number = the number before the change-1 ").

Further, in the examples shown in FIGS. 26 to 27, for example, as shown in FIGS. 27 (b) to 27 (c), as a result of performing the second action effect, the number part of the symbol being temporarily stopped and displayed on the overlapping display unit R1. Was changed by +2 (changed so that "the number after the change = the number before the change +2"), but the present invention is not limited to this. That is, the number of changes when the number part of the symbol changes as a result of performing the second action effect is not limited to "+2". For example, as a result of performing the second action effect, the number part of the symbol is changed by +1. (It may be changed so that "the number after the change = the number before the change + 1"), or as a result of performing the second action effect, the number part of the symbol is changed by -2 ("the number after the change". (Change so that the number = the number before the change-2 ").
Further, in the examples shown in FIGS. 26 to 27, the number of changes when the number part of the symbol changes as a result of performing the first action effect and the number part of the symbol changes as a result of performing the second action effect. The number of changes in the case is different, but it may be the same. That is, for example, when the symbol being temporarily stopped and displayed on the overlapping display unit R1 changes as a result of performing the first action effect, the number portion of the symbol is changed by +1 and the second action effect is performed. When the symbol being temporarily stopped and displayed on the overlapping display unit R1 changes, the number portion of the symbol may be changed by +1.

Further, in the present embodiment, for example, as shown in FIG. 24 (c), a part of the overlapping display unit R1 overlaps the operating range of the movable member 721 and the operating range of the movable member 770 (FIG. 24 (FIG. 24). It overlaps with a part of the shaded area) in c) before and after, but is not limited to this. That is, for example, the entire overlapping display unit R1 may overlap a part of the overlapping range before and after, the entire overlapping display unit R1 may overlap the entire overlapping range before and after, or the overlapping display unit may overlap. A part of R1 may overlap the entire overlapping range before and after.

Further, in the present embodiment, for example, as shown in FIG. 24C, the left standby display unit R2 on which the left symbol Z1 during the temporary stop display stands by is provided on the left side of the overlapping display unit R1, but the present invention is limited to this. Not done. The left standby display unit R2 may be provided, for example, to the right, above, or below the overlapping display unit R1.
Further, the left standby display unit R2 is not limited to a region in which neither the operating range of the movable member 721 nor the operating range of the movable member 770 overlaps in the front-rear direction. The left standby display unit R2 may be at least a region that does not overlap the overlapping range (the region shaded in FIG. 24C) in the front-rear direction, and preferably the operating range of the movable member 721 and the operation of the movable member 770. It is a region that does not overlap with any one of the ranges in the front-rear direction, and more preferably a region that does not overlap with both the operating range of the movable member 721 and the operating range of the movable member 770 in the front-rear direction.

Further, in the present embodiment, for example, as shown in FIG. 24C, the right standby display unit R3 on which the right symbol Z3 during the temporary stop display stands by is provided on the right side of the overlapping display unit R1, but the present invention is limited to this. Not done. The right standby display unit R3 may be provided, for example, to the left, above, or below the overlapping display unit R1.
Further, the right standby display unit R3 is not limited to a region in which neither the operating range of the movable member 721 nor the operating range of the movable member 770 overlaps in the front-rear direction. The right standby display unit R3 may be at least a region that does not overlap the overlapping range (the region shaded in FIG. 24C) in the front-rear direction, and preferably the operating range of the movable member 721 and the operation of the movable member 770. It is a region that does not overlap with any one of the ranges in the front-rear direction, and more preferably a region that does not overlap with both the operating range of the movable member 721 and the operating range of the movable member 770 in the front-rear direction.

Further, in the present embodiment, the overlapping display unit R1 is provided between the left standby display unit R2 and the right standby display unit R3, but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the left standby display unit R2 and the right standby display unit R3 are provided. Both of these may be provided on the right side of the overlapping display unit R1.
Further, in the present embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 25 (e) to 25 (f) and 27 (e) to 27 (f), for example, the position where the middle symbol Z2 is temporarily stopped and the middle symbol Z2 are stopped and displayed. The position is different, but it may be the same. That is, the middle symbol Z2 may be temporarily stopped and displayed on the overlapping display unit R1 and then stopped and displayed without being moved.

Further, in the present embodiment, as shown in, for example, FIGS. 25 (b) to (e), FIGS. 26 (b) to (f), and FIGS. 27 (a) to 27 (e), the left standby display unit R2 stands by. The left symbol Z1 is oscillated at a fixed position, but the present invention is not limited to this. That is, the display mode of the temporary stop display of the left symbol Z1 in the left standby display unit R2 is not limited to the mode of swinging at a fixed position. It may be in a mode of moving clockwise or counterclockwise along the circular image G2, or as shown in FIG. 28 (a), counterclockwise (or counterclockwise) along the circular image G2 on the annular image G2. It may be in a mode of moving in the clockwise direction). By moving the waiting left symbol Z1 along the boundary of the left standby display unit R2 or the circular image G2, the player mistakenly recognizes that the waiting left symbol Z1 is stopped and displayed (this is stopped). It is possible to suppress this more effectively.

Further, in the present embodiment, as shown in, for example, FIGS. 25 (d) to (e), FIGS. 26 (f), and 27 (a) to (e), the right symbol Z3 that stands by on the right standby display unit R3 is , The swing display is made at a fixed position, but the present invention is not limited to this. That is, the display mode of the temporary stop display of the right symbol Z3 in the right standby display unit R3 is not limited to the mode of swinging at a fixed position. It may be in a mode of moving clockwise or counterclockwise along the circular image G2, or as shown in FIG. 28 (a), counterclockwise (or counterclockwise) along the circular image G2 on the annular image G2. It may be in a mode of moving in the clockwise direction). By moving the waiting right symbol Z3 along the boundary of the right standby display unit R3 and the circular image G2, the player mistakenly recognizes that the waiting right symbol Z3 is stopped and displayed (this is stopped). It is possible to suppress this more effectively.

In the example shown in FIG. 28A, the left symbol Z1 waiting on the left standby display unit R2 and the right symbol Z3 waiting on the right standby display unit R3 are in the same direction (counterclockwise in this case). Although it is moving, it may be moved in a different direction.
Further, the shape of the annular image G2 is not limited to a circular shape, and may be, for example, a triangular shape or a quadrangular shape.
Further, the display mode of the temporary stop display of the left symbol Z1 on the left standby display unit R2 and the display mode of the temporary stop display of the right symbol Z3 on the right standby display unit R3 may be different. That is, for example, the display mode of the temporary stop display of the left symbol Z1 on the left standby display unit R2 is set to swing at a fixed position, and the display mode of the temporary stop display of the right symbol Z3 on the right standby display unit R3 is set. , The mode may be such that it moves on the annular image G2 along the annular image G2.

Further, a plurality of symbols may be made to stand by on the left standby display unit R2. Further, when a plurality of symbols are on standby in the left standby display unit R2 and the display mode of the temporary stop display of the left symbol Z1 in the left standby display unit R2 is a mode of moving on the circular image G2. The plurality of symbols may be arranged on one annular image G2 and moved on the one annular image G2.
Further, a plurality of symbols may be made to stand by on the right standby display unit R3. Further, when a plurality of symbols are on standby in the right standby display unit R3 and the display mode of the temporary stop display of the right symbol Z3 in the right standby display unit R3 is a mode of moving on the circular image G2. The plurality of symbols may be arranged on one annular image G2 and moved on the one annular image G2.

Further, when a plurality of symbols are made to stand by on the left standby display unit R2 or the right standby display unit R3, the plurality of symbols on standby on the left standby display unit R2 and the plurality of symbols on standby on the right standby display unit R3 are all. It may be the same, partly the same, or all different. Specifically, for example, when the plurality of symbols waiting on the left standby display unit R2 are "4", "5", and "6", the plurality of symbols waiting on the right standby display unit R3 are "4". , "5", "6", "5", "6", "7", "1", "2", "3".
Further, when a plurality of symbols are made to stand by on the left standby display unit R2 or the right standby display unit R3, the number of symbols on standby on the left standby display unit R2 and the number of symbols on standby on the right standby display unit R3 are the same. It may be, or it may be different.

Further, in the examples shown in FIGS. 25 to 27, the left symbol Z1 is composed of only the number part, but the left symbol Z1 is not limited to the one composed of only the number part. The left symbol Z1 may include at least identification information (for example, a number part), and is composed of, for example, a number part Z11, a character part Z12, and a frame part Z13 (numbers) as shown in FIG. 28 (b). It may be a part Z11, a character part Z12, and a frame part Z13), or it may be composed of a number part Z11 and a character part Z12 (the number part Z11, the character part Z12 are included, but the frame part Z13 is included). It may be one that is composed of the number part Z11 and the frame part Z13 (the one that includes the number part Z11 and the frame part Z13 but does not include the character part Z12). The same applies to the middle symbol Z2 and the right symbol Z3.
Further, as shown in FIG. 28 (c), for example, when the left symbol Z1 moves from the overlapping display unit R1 to the left standby display unit R2, the character unit Z12 and the frame unit Z13 are erased, and the left symbol Z1 Only the number part Z11 may remain. The same applies to the right symbol Z3.
Further, the modified example shown in FIG. 28 (a) and the modified example shown in FIG. 28 (b) can be appropriately combined.

From the above, the game machine 10 of the present embodiment is a display device capable of displaying a game (decorative special symbol variable display game) that variablely displays a plurality of identification information (left symbol Z1, middle symbol Z2, right symbol Z3). A first movable effect member (movable member 721) that includes 41 and generates a state advantageous to the player when the result of the game becomes a special result, and is movable in front of the display device 41. The display device 41 includes a second movable effect member (movable member 770), and the display device 41 has a first operation range (a region surrounded by a broken line L1) which is an operation range of the first movable effect member and an operation range of the second movable effect member. The overlapping range (the area shaded in FIG. 24 (c)) that overlaps with the second operating range (the area surrounded by the broken line L2) and the first specific display unit (overlapping display unit R1) that overlaps the front and back. , A second specific display unit (left standby display unit R2, right standby display unit R3) that does not overlap the overlapping range in the front-rear direction, and at least a part of the plurality of identification information (left in the case of the present embodiment). The symbol Z1 and the right symbol Z3) are temporarily stopped and displayed on the first specific display unit, and then move to the second specific display unit.

Therefore, the visibility of the identification information can be ensured while paying attention to the identification information, so that the interest of the game can be enhanced.
That is, the plurality of identification information (left symbol Z1, middle symbol Z2, right symbol Z3) is temporarily stopped (temporarily stopped) at a position where the operating ranges of the plurality of movable effect members overlap with the overlapping range. It is possible to effectively increase the attention to information. Further, at least a part of the plurality of identification information (in the case of the present embodiment, the left symbol Z1 and the right symbol Z3) is temporarily stopped (temporarily stopped) and then moved to a position that does not overlap the overlapping range in the front-back direction. Since the movable effect member is on standby, even if the movable effect member operates, it is possible to prevent the inconvenience that the movable effect member is obstructed and the identification information on standby becomes difficult to see.

Further, in the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, the first movable effect member and the second movable effect member are identified information (left symbol Z1, middle) temporarily stopped and displayed on the first specific display unit (overlapping display unit R1). It is possible to configure the action effect (first action effect, second action effect) that acts on the symbol Z2 or the right symbol Z3) to be executed.
With this configuration, while the identification information is temporarily stopped (temporarily stopped) at a position that overlaps the overlapping range in the front-rear direction, the movable effect member acts on the identification information (first action effect or first action effect). Since it is possible to execute the action effect), it is easy to execute the action effect. In addition, when the identification information is paused (temporarily stopped) at a position that overlaps the overlapping range in the front-rear direction, it is expected that further effect (action effect) may be executed by any of the plurality of movable effect members. Can be given to a person. Further, since there are a plurality of movable effect members that execute the action effect, it is difficult to predict which movable effect member will start to move, and it is possible to give the player an uplifting feeling when any of the movable effect members operates. Further, since the identification information on which the movable effect member acts in the action effect is within the overlapping range and the identification information on which the movable effect member does not act in the action effect is outside the overlap range, which identification of the movable effect member is performed during the action effect. It becomes easier for the player to recognize whether the information has been affected.

Further, in the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, the second specific display unit (left standby display unit R2, right standby display unit R3) has a first operating range (area surrounded by a broken line L1) and a second operating range (broken line). It is possible to configure it so that it does not overlap with the area surrounded by L2).
With this configuration, at least a part of the plurality of identification information (in the case of the present embodiment, the left symbol Z1 and the right symbol Z3) is in front of and behind the overlapping range in which the operating ranges of the plurality of movable effect members overlap. After pausing (temporarily stopping) at the overlapping position, the operating ranges of the plurality of movable effect members move to a position where they do not overlap with the overlapping range and stand by. It is possible to make it more difficult to cause inconveniences such as the movable effect member obstructing the standby identification information and making it difficult to see.

In the present embodiment, a part of the plurality of identification information (left symbol Z1 and right symbol Z3) is temporarily stopped and displayed on the first specific display unit, and then moved to the second specific display unit. , Not limited to this. For example, all of the plurality of identification information (the middle symbol Z2 in addition to the left symbol Z1 and the right symbol Z3) is temporarily stopped and displayed on the first specific display unit, and then moved to the second specific display unit. Is also good.
Further, the second specific display unit (left standby display unit R2, right standby display unit R3) may be at least a region that does not overlap the intersection P3 in the front-rear direction, and is preferably one of the operation locus Q1 and the operation locus Q2. It is a region that does not overlap with the front and back, and more preferably, it is a region that does not overlap with both the motion locus Q1 and the motion locus Q2.

The first locus is not limited to the operation locus Q1 of the specific point P1 in the movable member 721. Further, the second locus is not limited to the operation locus Q2 of the specific point P2 in the movable member 770. Further, the intersection of the first locus and the second locus is not limited to the intersection P3.
That is, if the first locus (the motion locus of the specific point on the movable member 721) and the second locus (the motion locus of the specific point on the movable member 770) intersect, the position of the specific point on the movable member 721 or the movable locus. The position of the specific point on the member 770 is not limited to the position shown in FIG. 24 and can be changed as appropriate. Then, the position of the first locus (moving locus of the specific point on the movable member 721) changes according to the position of the specific point on the movable member 721, and the second locus (movable member) according to the position of the specific point on the movable member 770. Since the position of the operation locus of the specific point in the 770) changes, the position of the intersection between the first locus and the second locus also changes according to the position of the specific point in the movable member 721 and the position of the specific point in the movable member 770. do. However, regardless of the position of the specific point on the movable member 721 or the position of the specific point on the movable member 770, the intersection of the first locus and the second locus is the operating range of the movable member 721 and the operating range of the movable member 770. Will be arranged within the overlapping range (the area shaded in FIG. 24 (c)). Therefore, in the present embodiment, the second specific display unit (left standby display unit R2, right standby display unit R3) may be at least a region that does not overlap the overlapping range in the front-rear direction.

Further, the first movable effect member is not limited to the movable member 721 of the upper left effect device 44a, and may be, for example, the movable member 770 of the lower effect device 44d or the movable member 650 of the upper effect device 44b. Is also good.
Further, the second movable effect member is not limited to the movable member 770 of the lower effect device 44d, and may be, for example, the movable member 721 of the upper left effect device 44a as long as it is a movable member other than the first movable effect member. However, it may be a movable member 650 of the upper effect device 44b.

<Display mode of decorative special figure start memory display, light emission mode of lower right effect device>
As shown in FIG. 29, in the lower part of the display area of the display device 41, a waiting hold display unit for displaying the decorative special figure start memory display H1 corresponding to the undigested start memory is provided. The decorative special figure start memory display H1 displayed on the standby hold display unit has a one-to-one correspondence with the start memory corresponding to the main fluctuation, and is displayed side by side in the memory order. , Indicates that there are four start-up memories corresponding to the main fluctuations. The decorative special figure start memory display H1 at the right end is the decorative special figure start memory display corresponding to the start memory stored first, and shifts to the right each time it is digested. Further, the decorative special figure start memory display H1 can suggest a look-ahead result such as a result of the special figure variation display game corresponding to each start memory and a variation pattern depending on the display mode. In the present embodiment, the decorative special figure start memory display H1 corresponding to the irregular fluctuation is not displayed, but may be displayed.

On the left side of the waiting hold display unit, an executing hold display unit for displaying information related to the start memory corresponding to the currently executing special figure variation display game is provided. At the start of the main fluctuation, the decorative special figure start memory display H1 at the left end of the standby hold display unit is shifted to the execution hold display unit. Further, the decorative special figure start memory display H2 displayed on the execution hold display unit can suggest the result of the main fluctuation during execution, the fluctuation pattern, and the like depending on the display mode. In the present embodiment, the decorative special figure start memory display H2 corresponding to the irregular fluctuation is not displayed, but may be displayed.
In the following description, the decorative special figure start memory display H1 displayed on the waiting hold display unit is referred to as the waiting hold H1, and the decorative special figure start storage display H2 displayed on the running hold display unit is being executed hold H2. It is called.

Further, in the present embodiment, the lower right effect device 44e emits light corresponding to the display mode of the pending H2 during execution. Therefore, when the display mode of the execution hold H2 changes in the middle, the light emission mode of the lower right effect device 44e also changes at the same time as the display mode of the execution hold H2 changes.
Specifically, the light emitting member of the lower right effect device 44e is made to emit light in the same color (or a similar color) as the display color of the pending H2. For example, as shown in FIG. 29A, when the display color of the execution hold H2 is white, the light emitting member of the lower right effect device 44e is made to emit white light. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 29B, when the display color of the execution hold H2 is red, the light emitting member of the lower right effect device 44e is made to emit red light.

For example, as shown in FIGS. 29 (a) and 29 (b), at least a part of the pending H2 during execution overlaps the lower right effect device 44e in the front-rear direction. Further, the movable member 770 of the lower effect device 44d is arranged on the front side of the display device 41 and on the back side of the lower right effect device 44e. Therefore, for example, as shown in FIGS. 29 (c) and 29 (d), when the movable member 770 is in the operating position, the movable member 770 is located between the executing hold H2 and the lower right effect device 44e. .. In this way, since the movable member 770 moves to the back side (back side) of the lower right effect device 44e by operating, it is possible to perform a realistic effect with a three-dimensional effect. Further, by moving the movable member 770 to the back side of the lower right effect device 44e, the player can be made to imagine what is happening on the back side (area that is difficult to see) of the lower right effect device 44e. Specifically, in the case of the present embodiment, since the movable member 770 is an accessory that imitates an ax, something on the back side (a region that is difficult to see) of the lower right effect device 44e is used by the movable member 770 (ax). You can imagine that you are attacking.

Further, the movable member 770 moves to the front side of the execution hold H2 by operating. That is, the operation of the movable member 770 reduces the visibility of the pending H2 during execution. On the other hand, in the present embodiment, since the display mode of the running hold H2 and the light emitting mode of the lower right effect device 44e correspond to each other, the movable member 770 operates and the running hold H2 becomes difficult to see. Also, the display mode (for example, display color) of the pending H2 can be notified by the light emission mode (for example, light emission color) of the lower right effect device 44e located on the front side of the movable member 770.

During the execution of the effect of hiding the pending H2 during execution, the light emitting member of the lower right effect device 44e may be turned off, or the light emitting member may be made to emit light in the default color (for example, white). The middle hold H2 may be made to emit light in the same color as the display color when it is temporarily displayed.
Further, in FIGS. 24 to 28 described above and FIG. 30 described later, the illustration of the waiting hold H1 and the executing hold H2 is omitted.

<First-person production, third-person production>
The effect control device 300 can execute a first-person effect of displaying an image viewed from the viewpoint of the main character X1 on the display device 41 and a third-person effect of displaying an image including the main character X1 on the display device 41. ..
FIG. 30 shows an example of a first-person effect and a third-person effect. The first-person effect is executed when the first-person effect lottery that determines whether or not to execute the first-person effect is won. This first-person effect lottery is executed, for example, at the start of the special figure variation display game (for example, in the variation effect setting process (FIG. 22)). In the present embodiment, the first person is used when performing an advanced reach effect that develops from the first reach to the second reach, which has a higher expectation of big hits (the possibility that a special result mode is derived) than the first reach. The production lottery will be executed, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the first-person effect lottery may be executed when performing a pseudo-continuous effect in which the variable display of the decoration identification information (left symbol Z1, middle symbol Z2, right symbol Z3) is repeated, or another effect (developed reach). The first-person production lottery may be executed regardless of whether or not the production or pseudo-continuous production is performed.

When the special symbol variation display game (main variation) starts, the effect control device 300 starts variation display of the left symbol Z1, the middle symbol Z2, and the right symbol Z3.
Then, when the first-person effect lottery executed at the start of the special figure variation display game is won, first, as shown in FIG. 30A, for example, the third-person effect is executed. In the example shown in FIG. 30A, as a third-person effect, the display device 41 displays an objective image (overhead image) in which the main character X1 holds a weapon (sword X11) and runs to the place where the enemy character X2 waits. The effect to be displayed is being executed.
Then, when the first reach (for example, SP1 reach) is developed to the second reach (for example, SP2 reach), the first-person effect is started, for example, as shown in FIG. 30 (b). In the example shown in FIG. 30B, as a first-person effect, a subjective image of the main character X1 holding a weapon (sword X11) and running to a place where the enemy character X2 awaits (image seen from the eyes of the main character X1). Is being displayed on the display device 41.

In the present embodiment, the first-person effect is executed after passing through the third-person effect, but the first-person effect may be executed without passing through the third-person effect. When the first-person effect is executed without going through the third-person effect, the situation in which the main character X1 is placed is difficult to understand, and there is a possibility that the player may have difficulty in embracing emotions. On the other hand, by executing the first-person effect after passing through the third-person effect as in the present embodiment, the situation where the main character X1 is placed can be grasped before the start of the first-person effect (during the execution of the third-person effect). Therefore, such inconvenience does not occur, and it is possible to produce a realistic effect.

<Operation reflection production, operation promotion production>
The effect control device 300 can execute an operation reflection effect that changes the effect based on the operation of the effect button 25. The operation reflection effect is executed when the operation reflection effect lottery for determining whether or not to execute the operation reflection effect is won. This operation reflection effect lottery is executed, for example, at the start of the special figure variation display game (for example, in the variation effect setting process (FIG. 22)).
The gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment includes an effect button 25 that receives a pressing operation input, and information based on the operation for the effect button 25 is input to the effect control device 300. Based on this information, the effect control device 300 changes the effect corresponding to the special figure variation display game, changes the setting information of the gaming machine such as the volume, and the like.

In addition, the effect control device 300 can execute an operation promotion effect that urges the player to operate the effect button 25.
In the operation promotion effect, for example, as shown in FIGS. 31A and 31B, a button image G31 imitating the effect button 25 and an operation reflection period (operation valid period) in which the operation of the effect button 25 is reflected in the effect. The remaining period notification image G32 (for example, a time bar image) for notifying the remaining length of the effect button 25 and the designated image G33 (for example, a character image such as "press!" Or "continuous hit!") For designating the operation mode of the effect button 25. The operation promotion image G3 including the operation promotion image G3 is displayed on the display device 41.
When the operation reflection effect is executed, the operation promotion effect is started and the operation promotion image G3 is displayed before the operation reflection effect is started to notify that the operation reflection effect (operation reflection period) is started. .. Alternatively, an operation preparation effect for notifying that the operation reflection effect (operation reflection period) is started is performed before the start of the operation reflection effect, and the operation promotion effect is started at the start of the operation reflection effect to display the operation promotion image G3. You may try to do it.

When only one effect change is possible in one operation reflection period, for example, as shown in FIG. 31 (a), as the designated image G33, only one short press operation (does not continue for a predetermined time or longer). An image for specifying the pressing operation) (for example, a character image such as "press!") Is displayed. In the following description, an operation reflection effect that allows only one effect change in one operation reflection period may be referred to as a single stroke effect.
In the single-hit effect, as an effect change, for example, the display mode of the decorative special figure start memory display (waiting hold H1, running hold H2) is changed. The single-hit effect is not limited to the effect of changing the display mode of the decorative special figure start memory display based on the operation of the effect button 25, and for example, a predetermined image (preliminary image or the like) is displayed based on the operation of the effect button 25. It may be an effect to be displayed on the display device 41.

Further, when it is possible to change the effect a plurality of times in one operation reflection period, for example, as shown in FIG. 31 (b), the designated image G33 is an image in which a plurality of short press operations are designated (for example,). Character images such as "press twice!" And "continuously hit!") Are displayed. In the following description, an operation reflection effect capable of changing the effect a plurality of times in one operation reflection period may be referred to as a continuous hit effect.
In the continuous striking effect, for example, the level value of the level gauge G4 is changed as an effect change. During the execution of the continuous striking effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 31B, the level gauge G4 is displayed on the display device 41, and the level value of the level gauge G4 increases based on the operation of the effect button 25. In the example shown in FIG. 31 (b), the level value is "4".

The continuous striking effect is not limited to the effect of changing the level value of the level gauge G4 based on the operation of the effect button 25. The continuous striking effect may be, for example, an effect of changing the display mode of the decorative special figure start memory display based on the operation of the effect button 25, or a predetermined image (preliminary image or the like) based on the operation of the effect button 25. It may be an effect to be displayed on the display device 41. When the continuous hitting effect is an effect of changing the display mode of the decorative special figure start memory display, for example, the display mode of the decorative special figure start memory display is changed from the first display mode to the second display mode based on the first short press operation. The display mode is changed, and the display mode of the decorative special figure start memory display is changed from the second display mode to the third display mode based on the second short press operation. When the continuous striking effect is an effect of displaying a predetermined image, for example, the first image is displayed based on the first short press operation, and the second image is displayed based on the second short press operation. NS.

In addition, when a long press operation (a pressing operation that continues for a predetermined time or longer) is performed during the execution of the continuous striking effect, it is assumed that the short pressing operation is performed a plurality of times (that is, the continuous striking is performed) a plurality of times. Make a production change. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the long press operation is the same as performing a plurality of short press operations (that is, repeated hits), so that the operation is easy for the player and the player concentrates on the production. It is possible to improve the interest of the game.

The gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment can switch the button operation mode between the manual mode and the automatic mode. The manual mode is a mode in which the effect is changed according to the operation of the effect button 25 in the operation reflection effect. On the other hand, the automatic mode is a mode in which the effect is changed by assuming that a necessary operation has been performed without operating the effect button 25 in the operation reflection effect. When the automatic mode is set, for example, as shown in FIGS. 31A and 31B, the automatic mode notification image G5 (for example, "automatic mode") for notifying that the button operation mode is the automatic mode is used. Character image or a predetermined character image) is displayed on the display device 41. The display of the automatic mode notification image G5 may be performed only during the operation reflection period, or may be performed not only during the operation reflection period but also during other periods. When the automatic mode notification image G5 is displayed only during the operation reflection period, the display makes it possible to notify that the operation reflection period is in addition to the automatic mode.

When the automatic mode is set, in addition to (or instead of) displaying the automatic mode notification image G5, the light emitting member built in the effect button 25 is made to emit light in the automatic mode notification mode to perform the button operation mode. Notifies that is in automatic mode. The light emission in the automatic mode notification mode may be performed only during the operation reflection period, or may be performed not only during the operation reflection period but also during other periods. When the light emission in the automatic mode notification mode is performed only during the operation reflection period, it is possible to notify that the operation reflection period is in addition to the automatic mode by the light emission.
When the manual mode is set, an effect of notifying that the button operation mode is the manual mode (for example, an effect of displaying a manual mode notification image on the display device 41 or an effect of displaying the effect button 25 in the manual mode notification mode). It is not necessary to execute such an effect.

FIG. 31 (c) shows an example of the automatic mode. In the state where the button operation mode is the automatic mode, when the operation reflection period of the continuous striking effect starts (t11) and a predetermined waiting time elapses from the start (t12), the effect control device 300 performs a necessary operation (predetermined). It is considered that the short press operation has been performed the number of times, and the effect change for the number of times is performed at predetermined intervals. Further, in the state where the button operation mode is the automatic mode, when the operation reflection period of the single hit effect starts (t14) and a predetermined waiting time elapses from the start (t15), the effect control device 300 performs a necessary operation (t15). It is considered that one short press operation) has been performed, and the effect change is performed once.

As described above, in the present embodiment, after the waiting time elapses from the start of the operation reflection period, the effect change based on the automatic operation (the effect change performed assuming that the necessary operation has been performed) starts. Further, the start timing of the effect change based on the automatic operation is notified. Specifically, for example, as shown in FIGS. 31A and 31B, the operation promotion image G3 and the automatic start notification image G6 for notifying the start timing of the automatic operation are displayed. In the examples shown in FIGS. 31 (a) and 31 (b), the scale image which is the automatic start notification image G6 is displayed superimposed on the time bar image which is the remaining period notification image G32, and the time bar reaches the scale. The automatic operation is started at that point.

In the present embodiment, the length of the time bar image, which is the remaining period notification image G32, is the same for the single stroke effect and the continuous stroke effect (see FIGS. 31 (a) and 31 (b)). Further, the length of the operation reflection period is shorter in the single hit effect than in the continuous hit effect, and the length of the waiting time is the same in the single hit effect and the continuous hit effect. Therefore, the ratio of the waiting time to the operation reflection period is The single-hit effect is larger than the continuous-hit effect (see FIG. 31 (c)). Therefore, the automatic start notification image G6 (see FIG. 31 (a)) at the time of the single hit effect is more than the start end (here, the left end here) of the time bar than the automatic start notification image G6 (see FIG. 31 (b)) at the time of the continuous hit effect. ) Is displayed at a position away from.

In the present embodiment, the operation reflection period (t11 to t13) of the continuous striking effect is longer than the operation reflection period (t14 to t16) of the single striking effect, but the present invention is not limited to this. That is, the length of the operation reflection period may be the same for the single-hit effect and the continuous-hit effect, the single-hit effect may be longer, or the single-hit effect may be shorter. Of course, the length of the operation reflection period may be different depending on the type of the continuous hitting effect, or the length of the operation reflection period may be different depending on the type of the single hitting effect.
Further, in the present embodiment, the waiting time for the continuous hitting effect (t11 to t12) is the same as the waiting time for the single hitting effect (t14 to t15), but is not limited to this. That is, the length of the waiting time may be the same for the single-hit effect and the continuous-hit effect, the single-hit effect may be longer, or the single-hit effect may be shorter. Of course, the length of the waiting time may be different depending on the type of the continuous hitting effect, or the length of the waiting time may be different depending on the type of the single hitting effect.

Further, in the present embodiment, the time from the start of the automatic operation to the end of the operation reflection period (t12 to t13) in the continuous hitting effect is longer than the time from the start of the automatic operation to the end of the operation reflection period (t15 to t16) in the single hitting effect. However, it is not limited to this. That is, the length of time from the start of the automatic operation to the end of the operation reflection period may be the same for the single-hit effect and the continuous-hit effect, the single-hit effect may be longer, and the single-hit effect is shorter. You may. Of course, the length of time from the start of automatic operation to the end of the operation reflection period may differ depending on the type of continuous hitting effect, and the length of time from the start of automatic operation to the end of the operation reflection period differs depending on the type of single hitting effect. You may be.

Further, in the present embodiment, the ratio of the waiting time to the operation reflection period is larger in the single-hit effect than in the continuous-hit effect, but is not limited to this. That is, the ratio of the waiting time to the operation reflection period may be the same for the single-hit effect and the continuous-hit effect, the single-hit effect may be larger, or the single-hit effect may be smaller. From the viewpoint of improvement, it is most preferable that the single-stroke production is larger.

In the continuous striking effect, the longer the time from the start of the automatic operation to the end of the operation reflection period, the more the effect can be changed based on the automatic operation, so that it is possible to perform a highly interesting continuous striking effect. Therefore, in the case of the continuous hitting effect, the smaller the ratio of the waiting time to the operation reflecting period, the more the variation of the number of executions (predetermined number of times) of the effect change can be increased without making the operation reflecting period too long. On the other hand, in the single-hit effect, since the effect change is completed at the start of the automatic operation, the time from immediately after the start of the automatic operation to the end of the operation reflection period is a boring time for the player. Therefore, in the single-hit effect, the shorter the time from the start of the automatic operation to the end of the operation reflection period, the shorter the boring time, so that it is possible to perform a highly interesting single-hit effect. Therefore, in the case of a single hit effect, the larger the ratio of the waiting time to the operation reflection period, the shorter the boring time for the player without shortening the operation reflection period too much. From these viewpoints, it is configured as in the present embodiment, that is, the ratio of the waiting time to the operation reflection period in the single-hit effect is larger than the ratio of the waiting time to the operation reflection period in the continuous-hit effect. Is the most preferable.

32 to 33 show an example of switching the button operation mode. The button operation mode can be switched by pressing the effect button 25 for a predetermined mode switching time (for example, 2 seconds) during the switchable period. The switchable period is at least a period that is not the operation reflection period.
For example, as shown in FIG. 32A, when the switchable period is within the switchable period and the button operation mode is the automatic mode, the pressing operation of the effect button 25 is started and the effect button switch 25a for detecting the pressing operation is turned on. (T21), and if this pressing operation continues for the mode switching time (t21 to t22) within the switchable period, the button operation mode is switched to the manual mode (t22).

When the operation reflection period starts, the switchable period ends (t23). Then, when the pressing operation of the effect button 25 is started and the effect button switch 25a for detecting the pressing operation is turned on in the state within the operation reflection period and the button operation mode is the manual mode, the effect changes (in the pressing operation). (Based on production changes) is performed (t24, t25).
When the operation reflection period ends, the switchable period starts (t27). Then, within the switchable period and the button operation mode is the manual mode, the pressing operation of the effect button 25 is started, the effect button switch 25a for detecting the pressing operation is turned on (t28), and this pressing operation is performed. If it continues for the mode switching time (t28 to t29) within the switchable period, the button operation mode is switched and the automatic mode is set (t29).

Here, for example, as shown in FIG. 32 (b), when there is a long press operation in a state where the operation reflection period is within the operation reflection period and the button operation mode is the manual mode, it is said that a plurality of short press operations are performed. A plurality of production changes are performed (that is, repeated hits) (t25 to t26). As shown in the example shown in FIG. 32 (b), even if the long press operation continues for the mode switching time or longer, the button operation mode is not switched because it is outside the switchable period.
In addition, in FIG. 32, the case of the continuous hitting effect was illustrated, but the same applies to the case of the single hitting effect. However, in the case of a single hit effect, the effect is changed based on the first pressing operation (t24), but the second pressing operation (t25 pressing operation in FIG. 32 (a), t25 to t25 in FIG. 32 (b)). The effect change based on the pressing operation of t26) is not performed.

In this way, the button operation mode is not switched when it is within the operation reflection period (outside the switchable period) and in the manual mode. On the other hand, if it is within the operation reflection period (outside the switchable period) and the automatic mode is set, the button operation mode is set when the predetermined condition is satisfied (when the effect button 25 is operated). It is designed to switch.
Specifically, for example, as shown in FIG. 33A, when the switchable period is within the switchable period and the button operation mode is the manual mode, the pressing operation of the effect button 25 is started to detect the pressing operation. When the button switch 25a is turned on (t31) and this pressing operation is continued for the mode switching time (t31 to t32) within the switchable period, the button operation mode is switched and the automatic mode is set (t32).

When the operation reflection period starts, the switchable period ends (t33). Then, when the pressing operation of the effect button 25 is started and the effect button switch 25a for detecting the pressing operation is turned on in the state where the operation reflection period is within the button operation mode is the automatic mode, the button operation mode is switched. The manual mode is set (t34). When the pressing operation of the effect button 25 is started and the effect button switch 25a for detecting the pressing operation is turned on in the state where the operation reflection period is within the button operation mode is the manual mode, the effect change (effect based on the pressing operation). Change) is performed (t36, t37).

After that, when the operation reflection period ends, the switchable period starts, and the button operation mode is switched to return to the automatic mode (t38). Then, within the switchable period and in the state where the button operation mode is the automatic mode, the pressing operation of the effect button 25 is started, the effect button switch 25a for detecting the pressing operation is turned on (t39), and this pressing operation is performed. If it continues for the mode switching time (t39 to t40) within the switchable period, the button operation mode is switched and the manual mode is set (t40).

The timing of returning to the automatic mode is not limited to the end of the operation reflection period, and may be, for example, a timing after the end of the operation reflection period (at the end of the operation reflection effect, etc.).
Further, in the present embodiment, the length of the mode switching time when switching to the manual mode and the length of the mode switching time when switching to the automatic mode are the same, but may be different. For example, the mode switching time when switching to the manual mode may be shorter than the mode switching time when switching to the automatic mode. In this case, it is possible to easily return to the normal mode (switch from the automatic mode to the manual mode). ..
Further, when switching to the manual mode, it is not necessary to count the ON state duration of the effect button switch 25a (determine whether or not the pressing operation has continued over the mode switching time). That is, as soon as the effect button switch 25a is turned on, the mode may be switched to the manual mode. In this case, it is possible to return to the normal mode (switch from the automatic mode to the manual mode) by a short press operation.

Here, if there is no first pressing operation (operation for canceling the automatic mode) before the elapse of the waiting time (t33 to t35), a series of effect changes (predetermined number of times) based on the automatic operation. The effect change at predetermined intervals, which is performed assuming that the short press operation of When the first pressing operation (t36) is performed in (middle), the button operation mode is switched to the manual mode, and the operation ends before the execution of the series of effect changes based on the automatic operation is completed. That is, if the first pressing operation is performed before the effect change for a predetermined number of times based on the automatic operation is completed, the automatic mode is canceled and the remaining effect change (effect change based on the automatic operation) is performed. ) Is canceled. In the example shown in FIG. 33 (b), the canceled effect change is shown by a broken line. Since only the effect change based on the automatic operation is canceled, for example, as shown in FIG. 33 (b), when the second pressing operation (t37) is performed while the automatic mode is released, the pressing is performed. The production is changed based on the operation.

In FIG. 33, the case of the continuous hitting effect is illustrated, but the same applies to the case of the single hitting effect. That is, if the first pressing operation (t34) is performed before the waiting time elapses during the execution of the single hit effect, the first pressing operation (t34) is performed, for example, as in FIG. 33 (a). The button operation mode is switched to the manual mode based on Is not done. Further, when the first pressing operation (t36) is performed after the waiting time elapses during the execution of the single hit effect, for example, as in FIG. 33 (b), when the waiting time ends, the effect based on the automatic operation is performed. The change is performed once, and the button operation mode is switched to the manual mode based on the first pressing operation (t36), but in the case of a single stroke effect, the effect change based on the second pressing operation (t37) is performed. I can't.

As described above, in the present embodiment, when the operation reflection period is within the automatic mode, the mode is switched to the manual mode when the effect button 25 is operated even outside the switchable period. When the operation reflection period ends, it returns to the automatic mode. That is, the automatic mode can be temporarily canceled at the player's will. Therefore, even if the button operation mode is the automatic mode, the player operates the effect button 25 when he / she wants to participate in the effect (operates the effect button 25) during the execution of the operation reflection effect. Since the automatic mode can be temporarily canceled by just using it, the fun of the game is improved.

In FIG. 33, the automatic mode is temporarily canceled based on the short press operation. That is, in the example shown in FIG. 33, the button operation mode is switched to the manual mode when the first pressing operation is a short pressing operation, but of course, even when the first pressing operation is a long pressing operation. The button operation mode switches to the manual mode.
Further, the effect control device 300 starts the automatic operation at the start of the operation reflection period in addition to (or instead of) the operation reflection effect that starts the automatic operation after the waiting time elapses after the operation reflection period starts. It may be possible to execute an operation reflection effect, that is, an operation reflection effect with a waiting time of 0 seconds.

Further, the effect control device 300 switches to the manual mode when the effect button 25 is operated during the operation reflection effect, that is, the operation reflection period in which the automatic mode is temporarily canceled by the player's intention, and when the operation reflection period ends, the effect control device 300 arbitrarily cancels the automatic mode. In addition to (or instead of) the operation reflection effect of returning to the automatic mode, the operation reflection effect of temporarily canceling the automatic mode may be executed regardless of the player's intention. As an operation reflection effect that temporarily cancels the automatic mode regardless of the player's intention, for example, an operation reflection effect that automatically switches to the manual mode when the operation reflection period starts and returns to the automatic mode without permission when the operation reflection period ends. Can be mentioned.

From the above, the game machine 10 of the present embodiment executes a game (special figure variation display game) based on the establishment of a predetermined condition, and is in an advantageous state for the player when the result of the game becomes a special result. An operation means (effect button 25) that can be operated by the player, and an effect execution means (effect control device 300) that can execute a specific effect (operation reflection effect) that changes the effect mode. When the automatic mode is not set, the effect executing means performs the first control of changing the effect mode according to the operation of the operation means during the executeable period (operation reflection period) of the specific effect. Therefore, when the automatic mode is set without performing the second control that automatically changes the effect mode on the assumption that the operation means has been operated, the second control is performed during the executable period (operation reflection period) of the specific effect. When the operator is operated during a period other than the executable period of the specific effect without performing the second control and the first control, the automatic mode is set or canceled based on the operation (t32, t40). , When the automatic mode is set and the operation means is operated during the executable period of the specific effect, the automatic mode is canceled based on the operation (t34 in FIG. 33A, FIG. 33). In (b), t36), the automatic mode is set again when the executable period ends (t38).

As a result, the interest of the game is improved. Specifically, for example, when there is a specific effect in which the player wants to operate the operation means and a specific effect in which the player does not want to operate the operation means but wants to see the change in the effect mode (effect change), each of them Not only can you set or cancel the automatic mode by operating the operating means before it occurs, but you can also temporarily cancel the automatic mode by operating the operating means during the execution of the specific effect for which you want to operate the operating means. be able to. Therefore, before the start of the specific effect, whether the specific effect to be started is the specific effect for which the operating means is to be operated, or the change in the effect mode (effect change) is the specific effect to be seen although the operation means is not desired to be operated. Even if it is unclear, the automatic mode can be temporarily canceled when the specific effect is started and it is found that the specific effect is the specific effect for which the operation means is to be operated, so that the interest of the game is improved. ..

The operation means is not limited to the effect button 25, and may be, for example, a cross key 29, a touch panel, or an effect lever. In addition, the first operation means and the second operation means are provided as the operation means, and the operation to be performed during the period other than the executable period of the specific effect (the operation of switching between the automatic mode setting and the automatic mode cancellation during the switchable period) is performed. , A predetermined operation of the first operation means (for example, the cross key 29), and an operation (an operation of temporarily canceling the automatic mode) performed during the executable period of the specific effect as a predetermined operation of the second operation means (for example, the effect button 25). Is also good. Further, the operation performed during the period other than the executable period of the specific effect (the operation of switching between the automatic mode setting and the automatic mode cancellation during the switchable period) may be a hidden command (back command).

Further, the game machine 10 of the present embodiment executes a game (special figure variation display game) based on the establishment of a predetermined condition, and when the result of the game becomes a special result, a state advantageous to the player is generated. A game machine, which is an operation means (effect button 25) that can be operated by a player, and an effect execution means (effect control) that can execute a specific effect (operation reflection effect) in which the effect mode changes according to the operation of the operation means. The device 300), and the specific effect includes a first specific effect (single-stroke effect) in which the effect mode changes only once, and a second specific effect (continuous hit effect) in which the effect mode can be changed a plurality of times. Yes, when the automatic mode is set and the executable period (operation reflection period) of the first specific effect starts, the effect execution means has a first hour (waiting time) from the start. When the operation means has been operated, the effect mode is changed once, and the automatic mode is set, and the executable period (operation reflection period) of the second specific effect is started. When the second time (waiting time) elapses from the start, the operation means is regarded as being operated and the effect mode is changed a plurality of times, and the ratio of the first hour to the executable period of the first specific effect ( The ratio of the waiting time to the operation reflecting period in the single-hit effect) is larger than the ratio of the second time to the executable period of the second specific effect (the ratio of the waiting time to the operation reflecting period in the continuous striking effect).

Therefore, it is possible to enhance the interest of both the first specific effect (single stroke effect) and the second specific effect (continuous stroke effect).
In the present embodiment, the length of the first time (waiting time for the single hitting effect) and the length of the second time (waiting time for the continuous hitting effect) are the same, but may be different.

<Modification example of operation reflection effect>
The effect control device 300 replaces (or in addition to) the above-mentioned operation reflection effect, that is, the operation reflection effect that temporarily cancels the automatic mode at the player's will, and changes the effect based on the automatic operation and the effect change based on the pressing operation. It is also possible to execute an operation reflection effect that can be performed in duplicate.
In the following description, an operation reflection effect of temporarily canceling the automatic mode at the player's will, that is, an operation reflection effect of temporarily canceling the automatic mode when the effect button 25 is operated during the operation reflection period in the case of the automatic mode. , Called the first operation reflection effect. In addition, an operation reflection effect that can duplicate an effect change based on an automatic operation and an effect change based on a pressing operation, that is, an automatic mode even if the effect button is operated during the operation reflection period in the case of the automatic mode. An operation reflection effect that changes the effect based on the operation without temporarily canceling is referred to as a second operation reflection effect. When the first operation reflection effect and the second operation reflection effect are not distinguished, it is simply referred to as an operation reflection effect.

FIG. 34 shows an example of the second operation reflection effect. For example, as shown in FIG. 34A, when the switchable period is within the switchable period and the button operation mode is the manual mode, the pressing operation of the effect button 25 is started and the effect button switch 25a for detecting the pressing operation is turned on. (T41), and if this pressing operation continues for the mode switching time (t41 to t42) within the switchable period, the button operation mode is switched and the automatic mode is set (t42).

When the operation reflection period starts, the switchable period ends (t43). Then, when the pressing operation of the effect button 25 is started and the effect button switch 25a for detecting the pressing operation is turned on in the state within the operation reflection period and the button operation mode is the automatic mode, the effect changes (in the pressing operation). (Based on production changes) is performed (t44, t46). Further, in the state where the operation reflection period is within and the button operation mode is the automatic mode, the effect changes (pressing operation) for a predetermined number of times from the start of the operation reflection period to the end of the waiting time (t43 to t45). If the effect change based on the above is not performed, the effect change based on the automatic operation is performed when the waiting time elapses (t45). The effect changes with diagonal hatching in FIG. 34 correspond to each effect change based on the automatic operation.

If there is a pressing operation while performing a plurality of effect changes based on the automatic operation at predetermined intervals (t46), the effect change based on the pressing operation is executed between the predetermined intervals. In the example shown in FIG. 34 (a), the timing of the effect change based on the pressing operation does not overlap with the timing of the effect change based on the automatic operation. That is, since the timing of the pressing operation (t46) is between the timing of one effect change based on the automatic operation and the timing of the next effect change based on the automatic operation, the timing of the effect change based on the pressing operation (t46). There is no need to shift. On the other hand, in the example shown in FIG. 34 (b), the timing of the effect change based on the pressing operation overlaps with the timing of the effect change based on the automatic operation. That is, since the timing of the pressing operation (t46) coincides with the timing of one effect change based on the automatic operation, the effect change based on the pressing operation is based on the timing of the one effect change based on the automatic operation and the automatic operation. The timing of the effect change based on the pressing operation (t47) is deviated from the timing of the pressing operation (t46) so as to be executed between the timing of the next effect change.

As described above, in the second operation reflection effect, in the automatic mode, the effect change based on the automatic operation and the effect change based on the pressing operation of the player can be performed in an overlapping manner. That is, it is possible to assist the player's pressing operation by automatic operation. Therefore, when the automatic mode is not set before the start of the second operation reflection effect (when the second operation reflection effect is executed in the manual mode), in order to view all the effect changes for a predetermined number of times. Is required to perform the pressing operation for the corresponding number of times, but by setting the automatic mode before the start of the second operation reflection effect, it is only necessary to perform the pressing operation a smaller number of times than the predetermined number of times. (Or, even if the pressing operation is not performed), the entire effect change for a predetermined number of times can be viewed.

Further, in the present embodiment, if there is a pressing operation while performing a plurality of effect changes based on the automatic operation at predetermined intervals, the effect change based on the pressing operation is interrupted between the predetermined intervals. (See FIG. 34). Therefore, there is a player pressing operation while performing a plurality of effect changes based on the automatic operation, as compared with a case where there is no pressing operation of the player while performing a plurality of effect changes based on the automatic operation. In the case, the time required to view all of the effect changes for a predetermined number of times is shortened, so that the player's motivation to operate is improved.

From the above, the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment executes a game (special figure variation display game) based on the establishment of a predetermined condition, and is in an advantageous state for the player when the result of the game becomes a special result. An operation means (effect button 25) that can be operated by the player, and an effect execution means (effect control device 300) that can execute a specific effect (operation reflection effect) that changes the effect mode. When the automatic mode is not set, the effect executing means sets the effect mode according to the operation of the operation means during the executable period (operation reflection period) of the specific effect (second operation reflection effect). When the automatic mode is set without performing the first control to change and performing the second control to automatically change the effect mode assuming that the operating means has been operated, the specific effect (reflecting the second operation) It is possible to configure the first control and the second control to be performed during the executable period (operation reflection period) of the effect).
With this configuration, when the automatic mode is set, the player's operation can be assisted by the automatic operation, so that the interest of the game is improved.

<Display unit such as model name, model>
The gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment is equipped with two different models such as "model A" and "model B", and is configured so that one gaming machine can play these two models. These two models differ from each other in the production mode related to the game (including not only the production performed during the game but also the production performed during other than the game (waiting for customers, etc.)).
Of course, the number of models mounted on the gaming machine 10 is not limited to two, and any number can be changed as appropriate.

The effect related to the game is controlled by the effect control device 300. Specifically, the effect control device 300 includes a display device (display device 41, etc.), an accessory device (board effect device 44, etc.), a decoration device (panel decoration device 46, frame decoration device 18, etc.), and a speaker device (above). Various effects such as speakers 19a, lower speakers 19b, etc.) are used to perform effects related to the game.
The production mode of the effect using the display device includes, for example, the execution mode (variation pattern) of the decoration special figure variation display game, the effect display (decoration identification information, decoration special figure start memory display, character image, background image, customer). (Waiting image, etc.) display mode is included. Therefore, in "model A" and "model B", the decoration identification information (left symbol Z1, middle symbol Z2, right symbol Z3) used in the decorative special symbol variation display game and the number of stored special symbol start memories are notified. The appearance of the decorative special figure start memory display (waiting hold H1 and running hold H2) is different from each other.

In addition, the effect mode of the effect using the accessory device includes, for example, the operation mode of the movable member of the accessory device and the light emission mode of the light emitting member of the accessory device.
Further, the effect mode of the effect using the decorative device includes, for example, the light emitting mode of the light emitting member included in the decorative device.
In addition, the production mode of the production using the speaker device includes, for example, the type of BGM.

As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, for example, the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment includes a model name and the like display unit 16 for displaying the model name and the like of the gaming machine 10. As shown in FIG. 35, for example, the model name display unit 16 is detachably provided on the upper part of the glass frame 15.
The model name and the like display unit 16 includes a setting switch for setting a model ID (model code) for identifying the model. This setting switch can be switched between the position corresponding to "Model A" and the position corresponding to "Model B", but the switching operation is not performed by the player or the clerk of the game store. It is built in the model name display unit 16 as described above.

The gaming machine 10 has a model name display unit 16 for "model A" that displays the model name of "model A" and a model name for "model B" that displays the model name of "model B". Either one of the equal display unit 16 is attached.
A model ID corresponding to "model A" is set in the model name display unit 16 for "model A". That is, the position of the setting switch of the model name display unit 16 for "model A" is the position corresponding to "model A".

Further, a model ID corresponding to "model B" is set in the model name display unit 16 for "model B". That is, the position of the setting switch of the model name display unit 16 for "model B" is the position corresponding to "model B".
The model name and the like display unit 16 can be replaced by, for example, a clerk of a game store. Therefore, the models can be replaced only by replacing (adding) the model name display unit 16 of the gaming machines 10, so that the models can be replaced easily at low cost.

For example, when the power is turned on, the effect control device 300 reads the model ID from the mounted model name display unit 16 and sets the effect mode according to the read model ID. When the read model ID is a model ID corresponding to "model A", an effect mode corresponding to "model A" is set, and an effect mode determined by this effect mode (effect mode for "model A"). Various productions are executed at. If the read model ID is a model ID corresponding to "model B", an effect mode corresponding to "model B" is set, and an effect mode determined by this effect mode (effect for "model B") is set. Various effects are executed in the mode). Therefore, by attaching the model name display unit 16 for "model A" to the gaming machine 10, "model A" is released and the game becomes possible ("model B" cannot play), and the gaming machine 10 becomes available. By attaching the model name display unit 16 for "model B", "model B" is released and the game can be played ("model A" cannot be played).

Specifically, when the mounted model name display unit 16 is the model name display unit 16 for "model A", for example, in step C382 of the variation effect setting process (FIG. 22), " From the plurality of first half notice distribution group address tables corresponding to "model A", the first half notice distribution group address table corresponding to the special figure type and the effect mode is selected and set. Further, in step C384 of the variable effect setting process (FIG. 22), the first half advance notice shake corresponding to the special figure type, the effect mode, and the symbol type from the plurality of first half advance notice distribution group address tables corresponding to "model A". The minute group address table is selected and set. Further, in step C387 of the variable effect setting process (FIG. 22), the latter half notice distribution corresponding to the special figure type, the effect mode, and the symbol type is selected from the plurality of second half notice distribution group address tables corresponding to "model A". The minute group address table is selected and set. As a result, in step C393 of the variation effect setting process (FIG. 22), any of the variation effects corresponding to "model A" is set to be displayed, and in step C394, any of the notice effects corresponding to "model A" is displayed and set. Then, in step C395, one of the hold reductions corresponding to "model A" is set to be displayed, and in step C396, one of the sound numbers corresponding to "model A" and one of the decoration numbers corresponding to "model A" are displayed. It is set, and in step C397, any of the decorative special symbol variations corresponding to "model A" is displayed and set, and in step C398, any of the fourth symbol variations corresponding to "model A" is displayed and set. ..

When the mounted model name display unit 16 is the model name display unit 16 for "model B", for example, in step C382 of the variation effect setting process (FIG. 22), "model B" The first half notice distribution group address table corresponding to the special figure type and the effect mode is selected and set from the plurality of first half notice distribution group address tables corresponding to. Further, in step C384 of the variable effect setting process (FIG. 22), the first half advance notice shake corresponding to the special figure type, the effect mode, and the symbol type from the plurality of first half advance notice distribution group address tables corresponding to "model B". The minute group address table is selected and set. Further, in step C387 of the variable effect setting process (FIG. 22), the latter half notice distribution corresponding to the special figure type, the effect mode, and the symbol type is selected from the plurality of second half notice distribution group address tables corresponding to "model B". The minute group address table is selected and set. As a result, in step C393 of the variation effect setting process (FIG. 22), any of the variation effects corresponding to "model B" is displayed and set, and in step C394, any of the notice effects corresponding to "model B" is displayed and set. Then, in step C395, one of the hold reductions corresponding to "model B" is set to be displayed, and in step C396, one of the sound numbers corresponding to "model B" and one of the decoration numbers corresponding to "model B" are displayed. It is set, and in step C397, any of the decorative special symbol variations corresponding to "model B" is displayed and set, and in step C398, any of the fourth symbol variations corresponding to "model B" is displayed and set. ..

For example, the operation promotion effect is executed in the state where the model name display unit 16 for "model A" is attached, that is, the effect mode (for example, tiger mode) corresponding to "model A" is set. In this case, the operation promotion effect is executed in the effect mode for "model A".
An example of the operation promotion effect of the effect mode for "model A" is shown in FIGS. 36 (a) and 36 (b). The display device 41 has an operation promotion screen including an operation promotion image G3 that urges the player to operate the effect button 25 and an image that notifies that the player is "model A" (for example, a character image that imitates a tiger). Is displayed. This operation promotion screen (operation promotion screen corresponding to "model A") is a screen that is not displayed when the model name display unit 16 for "model B" is attached. Further, the button operation mode is the automatic mode by causing the effect button 25 (the light emitting member built in the effect button 25) to emit light in the first automatic mode notification mode (for example, a color reminiscent of a tiger such as yellow). I am informing you that. This first automatic mode notification mode is a light emitting mode that is not selected when the model name or the like display unit 16 for "model B" is attached.

On the other hand, the operation promotion effect is executed in the state where the model name display unit 16 for "model B" is attached, that is, the effect mode (for example, cherry blossom mode) corresponding to "model B" is set. In this case, the operation promotion effect is executed in the effect mode for "model B".
An example of the operation promotion effect of the effect mode for "model B" is shown in FIGS. 36 (c) and 36 (d). The display device 41 displays an operation promotion screen including an operation promotion image G3 that urges the player to operate the effect button 25 and an image (for example, a background image of a cherry blossom pattern) that notifies that the player is "model B". Will be done. This operation promotion screen (operation promotion screen corresponding to "model B") is a screen that is not displayed when the model name display unit 16 for "model A" is attached. Further, on the operation promotion screen corresponding to the "model B", the display mode of the remaining period notification image G32 of the operation promotion image G3, the designated image G33 of the operation promotion image G3, the level gauge G4, and the automatic mode notification image G5 is "model A". It is different from the operation promotion screen (FIGS. 36 (a) and 36 (b)) corresponding to the above. Further, the display mode of the waiting hold H1 and the running hold H2 is also different from the screen corresponding to the "model A". Further, by causing the effect button 25 (light emitting member built in the effect button 25) to emit light in the second automatic mode notification mode (for example, a color reminiscent of cherry blossoms such as pink), the button operation mode is set to the automatic mode. I am informing you that there is. This second automatic mode notification mode is a light emitting mode that is not selected when the model name display unit 16 for "model A" is mounted.

From the above, the gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment includes a notification means (effect button 25 (automatic mode notification mode), display device 41 (automatic mode notification image G5)) for notifying that the automatic mode is set. , A detachable member (model name and other display unit 16) that is detachably attached to the gaming machine, and the detachable member is any of a plurality of detachable members to which different identification information (model ID) is assigned. However, the notification means notifies in a notification mode corresponding to the identification information assigned to the detachable member mounted on the gaming machine.
Therefore, the notification mode can be changed only by replacing the detachable member.

The detachable member is not limited to the top unit (display unit 16 such as model name) and can be changed as appropriate.
Further, the place where the detachable member is attached is not limited to the place visible to the player. That is, the place where the detachable member is attached may be a place that cannot be seen by the player, for example, a place that can be seen on the back side of the gaming machine 10, or a place that can be seen when the front frame 12 or the glass frame 15 is opened. ..
Further, although the detachable member has a built-in setting switch for setting the identification information (model ID) for identifying the model, the method of assigning the individual identification information to the detachable member is not limited to this. For example, the detachable member may have a built-in storage device for storing identification information (model ID) for identifying the model, and the effect control device 300 may be configured to read the identification information from this storage device. ..

Further, the effect control device 300 is a first effect control device that can be commonly used by a plurality of models, a board depending on the model (for example, an effect data board including a ROM that stores image data and the like), an accessory device, and a decoration device. The first effect control device is fixed to the main body side of the game machine 10 separately from the second effect control device having a driver board or the like provided with a driver for driving the second effect control device, and the second effect control device is attached / detached member. It may be built in.

The gaming machine 10 of the first embodiment (including a modified example) described above has the following features on one side.
The gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment executes a game (special figure variation display game) based on the establishment of a predetermined condition, and generates a special gaming state (big hit gaming state) when the result of the game is a special result. A gaming machine, after the end of the special gaming state, a first gaming state (normal gaming state ST1), a second gaming state (second specific gaming state ST3) that is more advantageous to the player than the first gaming state, and It is possible to shift to either the third gaming state (first specific gaming state ST4), which is more advantageous for the player than the second gaming state, and the result of the game in the third gaming state (first specific gaming state ST4). When a special game state occurs as a special result, it is possible to shift to the second game state (second specific game state ST3) after the end of the special game state, but the first game state (normal game state). It is configured so as not to shift to the state ST1).
That is, it is not possible to directly shift from the third gaming state (first specific gaming state ST4) to the first gaming state (normal gaming state ST1), and it goes through the second gaming state (second specific gaming state ST3). Because it is configured to make the transition, it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

The gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine as shown in the above-described embodiment as the gaming machine, and is not limited to, for example, other pachinko gaming machines, arrange ball gaming machines, sparrow ball gaming machines, and the like. It is applicable to all gaming machines that use the gaming ball of. It is also possible to apply the present invention to slot machines. This slot machine is not limited to a slot machine that uses medals, and includes, for example, all slot machines such as a slot machine that uses a game ball. Further, the above-described modifications and configurations of the embodiments can be applied in combination as appropriate.

In addition, the embodiments disclosed this time should be considered to be exemplary in all respects and not restrictive. The scope of the present invention is shown by the scope of claims rather than the above description, and it is intended to include all modifications within the meaning and scope equivalent to the scope of claims.

10 Pachinko machine 16 Model name display (detachable member)
25 Production buttons (operation means, notification means)
41 Display device (notification means)
300 effect control device (effect execution means)
721 Movable member (1st movable effect member)
770 Movable member (2nd movable production member)
R1 duplicate display unit (first specific display unit)
R2 Left standby display (second specific display)
R3 Right standby display (second specific display)

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In a gaming machine that executes a game based on the establishment of a predetermined condition and generates a state advantageous to the player when the result of the game becomes a special result.
Operation means that can be operated by the player,
It is equipped with an effect execution means capable of executing a specific effect in which the effect mode changes.
The effect executing means is
When the automatic mode is not set, it is considered that the operating means has been operated by performing the first control for changing the effect mode according to the operation of the operating means during the executable period of the specific effect. Without performing the second control to change the effect mode,
When the automatic mode is set, the second control is performed during the executable period of the specific effect, and the first control is not performed.
When the automatic mode is set and the operating means is operated during the executable period of the specific effect, the automatic mode is canceled based on the operation and the executable period ends. A gaming machine characterized in that the automatic mode is set again. In a gaming machine that executes a game based on the establishment of a predetermined condition and generates a state advantageous to the player when the result of the game becomes a special result.
Operation means that can be operated by the player,
It is equipped with an effect execution means capable of executing a specific effect in which the effect mode changes.
The effect executing means is
When the automatic mode is not set, it is considered that the operating means has been operated by performing the first control for changing the effect mode according to the operation of the operating means during the executable period of the specific effect. Without performing the second control to change the effect mode,
When the automatic mode is set, the execution period of the specific effect, the first control and have line the second control, the first timing and said operation means operating the operating means is operated when the second timing regarded that overlap, the gaming machine, wherein said first control lines Ukoto corresponding to the first timing after the second control corresponding to the second timing. In a gaming machine that executes a game based on the establishment of a predetermined condition and generates a state advantageous to the player when the result of the game becomes a special result.
Operation means that can be operated by the player,
A notification means capable of executing a predetermined notification, and
Detachable members that are detachably attached to the gaming machine,
It is equipped with an effect execution means capable of executing a specific effect in which the effect mode changes.
The effect executing means is
When the automatic mode is not set, it is considered that the operating means has been operated by performing the first control for changing the effect mode according to the operation of the operating means during the executable period of the specific effect. Without performing the second control to change the effect mode,
When the automatic mode is set, the first control and the second control are performed during the executable period of the specific effect.
The detachable member is one of a plurality of detachable members to which different identification information is assigned.
The notification means, Yu characterized in that it is informed that the automatic mode is set by the notification manner corresponding to the identification information assigned to said detachable member that is mounted on the game machine Technical machine.

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