JP6978218B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine or a slot machine capable of playing a game.

As a game machine, a game ball, which is a game medium, is launched into a game area by a launching device, and when the game ball wins a prize in a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out to the player. There is something that can be done. Further, a variable display area capable of variable display (also referred to as “variation”) of the identification information is provided, and when the display result of the variable display of the identification information becomes the specific display result in the variable display area, the gaming state (game). There is a machine (so-called pachinko machine) configured to change the state of the machine, specifically, the state in which the game machine is controlled) to give a predetermined game value to the player (so-called pachinko machine).

Further, after setting a predetermined number of bets for one game on a predetermined game medium, the player operates the start lever to start variable display of the identification information in the variable display area, and the player changes each. By operating the stop button provided corresponding to the display area, the variable display of the identification information is stopped within the range of the maximum delay time predetermined from the operation timing, and the variable display of all the variable display areas is displayed. When a prize is generated according to the display result derived when the game is stopped, a predetermined game medium determined in advance is paid out according to the prize, and a specific prize is generated, the game state is set to the predetermined game value by the player. There is something that is configured to give to (so-called slot machine).

It should be noted that the game value means that the payout of the prize ball and the state of the variable winning ball device provided in the game area of the gaming machine are in an advantageous state for the player who can easily win a prize, and are advantageous for the player. It is to generate the right to become a state and to be in a state where the conditions for paying out prize balls are likely to be satisfied.

In the pachinko gaming machine, as a display result of the variable display of the effect symbol (identification information) started in the variable display area based on the winning of the game ball in the starting winning opening, a predetermined specific display mode is derived and displayed. If so, a "big hit" will occur. The derivation display is to finally stop and display the symbol (final stop symbol). When a big hit occurs, for example, the big winning opening is opened a predetermined number of times to shift to a big hit game state in which a hit ball is easy to win. Then, in each opening period, if there is a prize in a predetermined number (for example, 10) of the large winning openings, the large winning openings are closed. The number of times the large winning opening is opened is fixed to a predetermined number of times (for example, 15 rounds). An opening time (for example, 29 seconds) is determined for each opening, and even if the number of winnings does not reach a predetermined number, the large winning opening is closed when the opening time elapses. Hereinafter, the opening period of each large winning opening may be referred to as a round. Also, a game in a round may be called a round game.

Further, in the variable display area, the symbols other than the symbol that becomes the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol among the left middle right symbols) continue for a predetermined time and stop or shake in a state of matching with a specific display result. A big hit can occur before the final result is displayed due to movement, enlargement / reduction or deformation, multiple symbols fluctuating in synchronization with the same symbol, or the positions of the displayed symbols being swapped. The effect performed in the state where the sex continues (hereinafter, these states are referred to as the reach state) is referred to as the reach effect. In addition, the reach state and its state are referred to as a reach mode. Further, the variable display including the reach effect is called the reach variable display. Then, if the display result of the symbol that is variablely displayed in the variable display area is not a specific display result, it becomes "off" and the variable display state ends. The player plays the game while enjoying how to generate a big hit.

Further, a plurality of control means (for example, a first control means for controlling the progress of the game and a second control means for controlling the effect) are provided, and commands can be transmitted / received between the plurality of control means to control the game or effect. A gaming machine that controls is common. For example, when a new start prize (a game ball wins in the start prize opening) occurs during the fluctuation, the hold memory (information about the change that has not started yet) corresponding to the start prize is stored and the hold memory is stored. In the case of a pachinko gaming machine that executes a specific effect when a predetermined number of cards are stored, the first control means sends a command to the second control means when it is detected that a start winning prize is generated, and the second control is performed. Some means determine whether or not a predetermined number of reserved memories have been stored based on the command, and perform a specific effect when it is determined that a predetermined number of reserved memories have been stored (see, for example, Patent Document 1). ..

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2016-187757 (FIGS. 18 and 19)

However, in the above-mentioned gaming machine, the case where commands are continuously transmitted between a plurality of control means is not considered, and there is a possibility that a problem may occur.

Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of preventing defects.

(Means A) The gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine capable of playing a game, and is a detection means capable of detecting the occurrence of a predetermined event, a first control means for controlling the progress of the game, and a first control means. (1) A second control means capable of controlling the display of the display means based on a command transmitted from the control means and simultaneously displaying a plurality of displays based on a plurality of commands having different transmission timings on the display means. The first control means includes, a process execution means for repeatedly executing a predetermined process, a timer interrupt setting means for setting to generate a timer interrupt at predetermined time intervals, and a timer interrupt generation. Based on what has been done, the timer interrupt processing execution means that interrupts the execution of the predetermined process and executes the timer interrupt process, and the detection means that detects the occurrence of a predetermined event, and one timer interrupt. The transmission means includes a transmission means capable of transmitting a plurality of commands during execution of processing, and the transmission means does not send a command until at least twice a predetermined time has elapsed since the last transmission of the command, and the previous time. After at least twice the predetermined time has elapsed since the command was transmitted, the detection means did not detect the occurrence of the predetermined event in one timer interrupt process after the previous command was transmitted. In addition, a command is sent when the detection means detects the occurrence of a predetermined event in the next timer interrupt process, and the detection means causes at least twice the predetermined time to elapse after the previous command is sent. When the occurrence of a predetermined event is detected, it is further provided with an invalidation means for invalidating the detection. According to such a configuration, since the number of commands received by the second control means is limited, it is possible to prevent a problem that the commands cannot be normally received.
(Means 1) The other gaming machine is a gaming machine capable of playing a game, and a predetermined event (for example, winning a game ball to the first starting winning opening 13 and entering the second starting winning opening 14). Detection means (for example, first start port switch 13a, second start port switch 14a, count switch 23) capable of detecting the occurrence of a game ball winning or a game ball winning in a large winning opening, and the progress of the game. A first control means for controlling (for example, a game control microcomputer 560) and a second control means for performing control based on a command transmitted from the first control means (for example, an effect control microcomputer 100) are provided. The first control means includes a process execution means (for example, a portion of the game control microcomputer 560 that executes steps S1 to S19 and S41 to S44) that repeatedly executes a predetermined process (for example, a main process), and a timer. A timer interrupt setting means (for example, a portion of the game control microcomputer 560 for executing step S15) and a timer interrupt are generated, which are set to generate interruptions at predetermined time intervals (for example, every 4 ms). A timer interrupt processing execution means (for example, a portion of the game control microcomputer 560 for executing steps S20 to S34) and a detection means for interrupting the execution of the processing and executing the timer interruption processing based on the above. Is a command (for example, a symbol specification command, a variable category command, a first hold storage number addition specification command, a second hold storage number addition specification command) during execution of the timer interrupt process based on the detection of the occurrence of a predetermined event. , S1220A, S1218A, S1219A, S1220A, S1454 in steps S1804, S1805, S1810, S1811, S1218A, S1219A, S1220A, S1218A, S1220A, S1454 in the game control microcomputer 560. The transmission means does not send the command until at least twice the predetermined time has elapsed since the last command was sent, and at least twice the predetermined time since the last command was sent. After the time has passed, a command is transmitted (for example, in the game control microcomputer 560, the first start port switch 13a is off in the previous timer interrupt process, and the first start in the current timer interrupt process. When the mouth switch 13a is on, the start winning command (design specification command, variable category command, first hold storage) By executing step S312 when the command for specifying the number addition) can be transmitted (Y in step S311 and Y in S311B, it is inevitably 8 ms (timer interrupt cycle (4 ms) 2) from the previous command transmission. Only after twice the time has passed can the start winning command be sent. ). The same applies to the start winning command based on the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening 14 and the large winning opening winning designation command based on the winning of the game ball to the large winning opening (Y, S313B of step S313). See Y, S314, Y of S1452, Y of S1452B, S1454). Further, for example, the game control microcomputer 560 executes steps S1218A to S1220A when it is Y in step S2101, and does not execute steps S1218A to S1220A when it is N in step S2101. The start winning command can be sent only after 8 ms has passed from the command transmission. The same applies to the start winning command based on the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening 14 (when Y in step S2101, steps S1218A to S1220A are executed, while when N in step S2101, the command is executed. Do not execute steps S1218A to S1220A). ). According to such a configuration, since the number of commands received by the second control means is limited, it is possible to prevent a problem that the commands cannot be normally received.

(Means 2) In the means 1, if the detection means detects the occurrence of a predetermined event by the time at least twice the predetermined time elapses after the previous command is transmitted, the invalid means for invalidating the detection. (For example, by executing steps S311B, S313B, and S1452B in the game control microcomputer 560, the switch was turned on in the current timer interrupt process, but the switch was also turned on in the previous timer interrupt process. In this case, the part where the command is not transmitted assuming that 8 ms has not passed since the previous command transmission. Further, by executing steps S432 and S435 in the game control microcomputer 560 of the modification example 1, the previous command is executed. If the number of times the timer interrupt process is executed from transmission is less than two times, the portion for invalidating the winning of the game ball to the first starting winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14) is provided. May be good. According to such a configuration, since the number of commands received by the second control means is limited, it is possible to prevent a problem that the commands cannot be normally received.

(Means 3) The means 1 or means 2 includes a plurality of detection means (for example, a first start port switch 13a and a second start port switch 14a), and the transmission means detects the occurrence of a predetermined event last time. When the occurrence of a predetermined event is detected by the same detection means as above, the command is not sent until at least twice the predetermined time has elapsed since the last command was sent, and after the previous command is sent. While sending a command after at least twice the predetermined time has elapsed, if the occurrence of a predetermined event is detected by a detection means different from the detection means that previously detected the occurrence of the predetermined event, the previous command is issued. The command can be transmitted before at least twice a predetermined time elapses after the transmission (for example, the game control microcomputer 560 executes the steps S311 to S314 to perform the first start port switch 13a. If the first start port switch 13a is turned on again less than 8 ms after the command is sent based on the fact that is on, the command is not sent and the first start port switch 13a is on. Based on this, if the second start port switch 14a is turned on at a timing less than 8 ms after the command is transmitted, the command can be transmitted). According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent a problem that the command cannot be received normally while preventing the player from feeling uncomfortable.

(Means 4) A detection determination means (for example, a game control microcomputer) for determining whether or not the occurrence of a predetermined event is detected by the detection means during the execution of the timer interrupt process in any of the means 1 to the means 3. 560 includes steps S3111, S311D, S313, S313D, S1452, and S1452D), and the detection determination means can make a plurality of determinations during the execution of one timer interrupt process (for example,). The game control microcomputer 560 can execute steps S311 and S311D, can execute steps S313 and S313D, and can execute steps S1452 and S1452D in one timer interrupt process). good. According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent erroneous detection by the detection means.

(Means 5) In any one of the means 1 to the means 4, a display means (for example, an effect display device 9) for displaying is provided, and the second control means is a display control means (for example, an effect) for controlling the display of the display means. The display control means can simultaneously display the display based on a plurality of commands at the timing of updating the display image, including the portion of the control microcomputer 100 for executing steps S800A and S800 to S807. (For example, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes the hold display control process (step S800A) every 10 ms, and when a plurality of new start winning commands are received, a plurality of hold displays are simultaneously displayed. Since the game control microcomputer 560 executes the timer interrupt process every 4 ms, it is possible to transmit the second command 8 ms after the first command transmission, that is, The same type of command can be transmitted twice within 10 ms.) According to such a configuration, when the second control means receives a plurality of commands in a short period of time, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable.

(Means 6) A detection determination means (for example, a game control microcomputer) for determining whether or not the occurrence of a predetermined event is detected by the detection means during the execution of the timer interruption process in any of the means 1 to the means 5. The portion in 560 that executes steps S311, S311D, S313, S313D, S1452, and S1452D) is provided, and the detection determination means determines that the occurrence of a predetermined event has been detected, and then the occurrence of the predetermined event occurs again. By the time it is determined that the event has been detected, it is determined that the occurrence of a predetermined event has not been detected (for example, the game control microcomputer 560 performs steps S311 to S311B, S313 to S313B, S1452 to S1452B. That is, the first start port switch 13a is off between the time when it is determined that the game ball has won the first start port switch 13 and the time when it is determined that the game ball has won the first start port switch 13. It may be that a certain state is detected). According to such a configuration, the detection accuracy by the detection means can be improved.

(Means 7) A gaming machine capable of executing variable display in any one of means 1 to 6, and the transmitting means relates to an effect (for example, a look-ahead notice effect) targeting a variable display that has not yet been started. Commands (for example, symbol designation commands, variable category commands) may be transmitted (for example, the game control microcomputer 560 can execute steps S1804, S1810, S1218A, S1219A, S1218B, S1219B). .. According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the hobby of the game.

(Means 8) In any of the means 1 to the means 7, a holding storage means (for example, for game control) that is a gaming machine capable of executing variable display and stores information on variable display that has not yet been started as hold storage. A portion of the microcomputer 560 for executing steps S1214A and S1214B) is provided, and the transmitting means is a command relating to the number of reserved storages stored in the reserved storage means (for example, a first reserved storage number addition designation command, a second reserved storage). It may be possible to transmit (for example, the game control microcomputer 560 can execute steps S1805, S1811, S1220A, and S1220B). According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the hobby of the game.

(Means 9) In any one of the means 1 to the means 8, a gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit game state) that is advantageous to the player, and the game medium is an open state in which a prize is easily won and the game medium is a game medium. A step in a variable winning device (for example, a large winning opening) that changes to a closed state in which it is difficult to win, and a variable winning device control means (for example, a game control microcomputer 560) that controls the variable winning device to an open state in an advantageous state. The transmission means can transmit a command related to the winning of the game medium (for example, a large winning opening winning designation command) to the variable winning device (for example, a game control micro). Computer 560 may be capable of performing step S1454). According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the hobby of the game.

It is a front view which looked at the pachinko machine from the front. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit composition example of a game control board (main board). It is a block diagram which shows the circuit composition example of an effect control board, a lamp driver board, and an audio output board. It is a flowchart which shows the main process which a CPU in a main board performs. It is a flowchart which shows the 4ms timer interrupt processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the fluctuation pattern of the effect symbol prepared in advance. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is explanatory drawing which shows the big hit determination table, the small hit determination table, and the big hit type determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern type determination table for a big hit. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern type determination table for loss. It is explanatory drawing which shows the hit variation pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the deviation variation pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the contents of a symbol specification command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the contents of a variable category command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the contents of a variable category command. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of special symbol process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of special symbol process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of special symbol process processing. It is a flowchart which shows the 1st start port switch passing process. It is a flowchart which shows the 2nd start port switch passing process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the configuration example of the hold storage buffer. It is a flowchart which shows the production process at the time of a prize. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows the fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows the display result specification command transmission processing. It is a flowchart which shows the process during special symbol change. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol stop processing. It is a flowchart which shows the process before opening the big prize opening in a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows the process during opening of a big prize opening in a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows the jackpot end processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of the special symbol display control processing. It is a flowchart which shows the effect control main process executed by the effect control CPU. It is explanatory drawing which shows the configuration example of the command reception buffer. It is a flowchart which shows the command analysis processing. It is a flowchart which shows the command analysis processing. It is a flowchart which shows the command analysis processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the command storage area at the time of a start winning. It is a flowchart which shows the effect control process process. It is a flowchart which shows the hold display control processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display mode pattern determination lottery table and the change timing determination lottery table. It is a timing chart when a game ball is won in the first start winning opening. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of the special symbol process processing in the modification 1. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the program of the special symbol process processing in the modification 2.

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

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

On the lower surface of the glass door frame 2, there is a ball hitting plate (upper plate) 3. At the lower part of the hitting ball supply plate 3, a surplus ball receiving plate 4 for storing game balls that cannot be accommodated in the hitting ball supply plate 3 and a hitting ball operation handle (operation knob) 5 for firing the hitting ball are provided. Further, a game board 6 is detachably attached to the back surface of the glass door frame 2. The game board 6 is a structure including a plate-shaped body constituting the game board 6 and various parts attached to the plate-shaped body. Further, on the front surface of the game board 6, a game area 7 in which the driven game ball can flow down is formed.

An effect display device 9 composed of a liquid crystal display device (LCD) is provided near the center of the game area 7. The display screen of the effect display device 9 has an effect symbol display area for variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. Therefore, the effect display device 9 corresponds to a variable display device that performs variable display of the effect symbol. In the effect symbol display area, for example, there is a symbol display area for variably displaying three decorative (effect) effect symbols of "left", "middle", and "right". The symbol display area has "left", "middle", and "right" symbol display areas, but the position of the symbol display area does not have to be fixed on the display screen of the effect display device 9, and the symbol display area does not have to be fixed. The three areas of the display area may be separated. The effect display device 9 is controlled by an effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board. When the effect control microcomputer is executing the variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a, the effect display device 9 executes the effect display in accordance with the variable display, and the second special When the variable display of the second special symbol is being executed on the symbol display 8b, the effect display is executed by the effect display device 9 in accordance with the variable display, so that it is possible to easily grasp the progress of the game. ..

Further, in the effect display device 9, the symbols other than the symbol that becomes the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol among the left and right middle symbols) continue for a predetermined time, and the jackpot symbol (for example, the left middle right symbol is aligned with the same symbol). It is stopped, rocked, enlarged / reduced or deformed while matching the combination of symbols), or multiple symbols are synchronized and fluctuated with the same symbol, or the positions of the displayed symbols are swapped. The effect performed in a state where the possibility of a big hit continues before the final result is displayed (hereinafter, these states are referred to as a reach state) is referred to as a reach effect. In addition, the reach state and its state are referred to as a reach mode. Further, the variable display including the reach effect is called the reach variable display. Then, if the display result of the symbol that is variablely displayed on the effect display device 9 is not a big hit symbol, it becomes "missing" and the variable display state ends. The player plays the game while enjoying how to generate a big hit.

In the upper right portion of the display screen of the effect display device 9, fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d for displaying the fourth symbol following the effect symbol and the special symbol and the ordinary symbol described later are provided. In this embodiment, the fourth symbol display area 9c for the first special symbol and the second symbol display area 9c for which the variation display of the fourth symbol for the first special symbol is performed in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol described later. A fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol is provided, in which the variation display of the fourth symbol for the second special symbol is performed in synchronization with the variation display of the special symbol.

In this embodiment, the variation display of the effect symbol is executed in synchronization with the variation display of the special symbol (however, to be exact, the variation display of the effect symbol varies on the effect control microcomputer 100 side. It is performed by measuring the fluctuation time recognized based on the pattern command.) When performing the production using the effect display device 9, for example, the effect content including the variation display of the effect symbol disappears from the screen for a moment. The mode of production is diversifying, such as the production of production and the production of moving objects blocking all or part of the screen. Therefore, even when looking at the display screen on the effect display device 9, it may be difficult to recognize whether or not the variable display is currently being performed. Therefore, in this embodiment, is it currently in the state of being variablely displayed by confirming the state of the fourth symbol by further displaying the variable display of the fourth symbol on a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9. It is possible to reliably recognize whether or not it is. It should be noted that the fourth symbol is always displayed in a variable manner with a constant operation, and is not erased from the screen or shielded by a shield, so that it can always be visually recognized.

The 4th symbol for the 1st special symbol and the 4th symbol for the 2nd special symbol may be collectively referred to as the 4th symbol, and the 4th symbol display area 9c and the 2nd special for the 1st special symbol. The fourth symbol display area 9d for symbols may be collectively referred to as the fourth symbol display area.

The variation (variable display) of the fourth symbol is realized by continuing the state in which the fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d are repeatedly turned on and off at a predetermined display color (for example, blue) at regular time intervals. .. The variable display of the first special symbol in the first special symbol display 8a and the variable display of the fourth symbol for the first special symbol in the fourth symbol display area 9c for the first special symbol are synchronized with each other. The variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b and the variable display of the fourth symbol for the second special symbol in the fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol are synchronized with each other. Note that "variable display is synchronized" means that the start time and end time of the variable display are the same, and the period of the variable display is the same. Further, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, the display color reminiscent of the jackpot in the fourth symbol display area 9c for the first special symbol (display color different from the missed, for example, the missed). Sometimes it is displayed in blue, but in the case of a big hit, it is displayed in red. It should be noted that the display color may be different depending on the type of big hit (normal big hit or probable variable big hit). It remains lit. When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the display color reminiscent of the jackpot in the fourth symbol display area 9d for the second special symbol (display color different from the off-off). For example, it is displayed in blue when it is out of the way, but it is displayed in red when it is a big hit. Note that the display color is different depending on the type of big hit (normal big hit or probable big hit). The display color when the fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d are turned off is assimilated with the background image when the fourth symbol display area 9c and 9d are turned off, so that the background cannot be seen. It is desirable that the display color is different from that of the image (for example, black).

In this embodiment, the case where the fourth symbol display area is provided on a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9, but a light emitting body such as a lamp or an LED is used separately from the effect display device 9. The fourth symbol display area may be realized. In this case, for example, the fluctuation (variable display) of the fourth symbol may be realized by continuing the state in which the two LEDs are alternately lit, and any of the two LEDs is stopped. It may indicate whether or not the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed depending on whether or not it is displayed.

Further, in this embodiment, a case is shown in which the first special symbol and the second special symbol are provided with separate fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d corresponding to each, but the first special symbol and the second special symbol are provided. A fourth symbol display area common to the symbol may be provided on a part of the display screen of the effect display device 9. Further, a fourth symbol display area common to the first special symbol and the second special symbol may be realized by using a light emitting body such as a lamp or an LED. In this case, when the variable display of the fourth symbol is executed in synchronization with the variable display of the first special symbol, and when the variable display of the fourth symbol is executed in synchronization with the variable display of the second special symbol. For example, the variable display of the fourth symbol may be distinguished and executed by performing a display in which different display colors are repeatedly turned on and off at regular time intervals. Further, when the variable display of the fourth symbol is executed in synchronization with the variable display of the first special symbol, and when the variable display of the fourth symbol is executed in synchronization with the variable display of the second special symbol, for example. , By displaying the lights and turns off repeatedly at different time intervals, the variable display of the fourth symbol may be executed separately. Further, for example, the same jackpot symbol is used when the stop symbol is derived and displayed corresponding to the variation display of the first special symbol and when the stop symbol is derived and displayed corresponding to the variation display of the second special symbol. However, the stop symbol of a different mode may be stopped and displayed.

On the left side of the lower part of the game board 6, a first special symbol display (first variable display unit) 8a for variably displaying the first special symbol as identification information is provided. In this embodiment, the first special symbol display 8a is realized by a simple and small display (for example, a 7-segment LED) capable of variablely displaying numbers 0 to 9. That is, the first special symbol display 8a is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) from 0 to 9. On the lower right side of the game board 6, a second special symbol display (second variable display unit) 8b for variably displaying the second special symbol as identification information is provided. The second special symbol display 8b is realized by a simple and small display (for example, a 7-segment LED) capable of variablely displaying numbers 0 to 9. That is, the second special symbol display 8b is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) from 0 to 9.

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

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

In this embodiment, the case where two special symbol indicators 8a and 8b are provided is shown, but the gaming machine may be provided with only one special symbol indicator.

In the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the first start condition or the second start condition, which is the execution condition of the variable display, is satisfied (for example, the game ball has the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening). After passing through 14 (including winning), the variable display start condition (for example, when the number of reserved storages is not 0, and the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is not executed). It is started based on the establishment of a state (a state in which the jackpot game is not executed), and when the variable display time (variable time) elapses, the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. It should be noted that the passage of the game ball means that the game ball has passed through a pre-determined area such as a winning opening or a gate, and the concept includes that the game ball has entered (winning) in the winning opening. Is. Further, the derivation display of the display result is to finally stop and display the symbol (example of identification information).

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

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

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

When the variable winning ball device 15 is controlled to be in the open state, the game ball heading toward the variable winning ball device 15 is extremely easy to win in the second starting winning opening 14. The first start winning opening 13 is provided directly under the effect display device 9, but the distance between the lower end of the effect display device 9 and the first start winning opening 13 may be further narrowed, or the first start winning opening may be further narrowed. By arranging the nails densely around 13 or making it difficult to guide the game ball to the 1st start winning opening 13 by arranging the nails around the 1st starting winning opening 13, the winning rate of the 2nd starting winning opening 14 It may be set higher than the winning rate of the first starting winning opening 13.

In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, a variable winning ball device 15 that opens and closes only the second starting winning opening 14 is provided, but the first starting winning opening 13 and the second are provided. Each of the starting winning openings 14 may be provided with a variable winning ball device that opens and closes.

On the side of the first special symbol display 8a, the number of valid winning balls that have entered the first starting winning opening 13, that is, the number of first holding storages (holding storage is also referred to as starting storage or starting winning memory) is displayed. A first special symbol hold storage display 18a composed of four displays is provided. The first special symbol hold storage indicator 18a increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 each time there is a valid start prize. Then, each time the variable display on the first special symbol display 8a is started, the number of lighting indicators is reduced by one.

On the side of the second special symbol display 8b, there is a second special symbol hold storage display 18b consisting of four indicators that display the number of valid winning balls that have entered the second start winning opening 14, that is, the second hold storage number. Is provided. The second special symbol hold storage indicator 18b increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 each time there is a valid start prize. Then, each time the variable display on the second special symbol display 8b is started, the number of lighting indicators is reduced by one.

Further, at the lower part of the display screen of the effect display device 9, a hold storage display unit 9b for displaying either the first hold storage number or the second hold storage number is provided. For example, the hold storage display unit 9b displays the first hold storage number in the low base state, while displaying the second hold storage number in the high base state. The number of first reserved storage and the second number of reserved storage may be displayed individually. Further, a total hold storage display unit for displaying the total number of hold storages, which is the total number of the first hold storage number and the second hold storage number, may be provided. With such a configuration, it is possible to easily grasp the total number of execution conditions that do not satisfy the variable display start condition. Further, in such a configuration, in the total hold storage display unit, the first hold storage and the second hold storage are displayed side by side in the order of winning the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14. , The first reserved memory or the second reserved memory is displayed in a recognizable manner (for example, the first reserved memory is displayed in red and the second reserved memory is displayed in blue). It may be configured.

Further, in the present embodiment, the hold display unit 9b performs the hold display for the hold memory that has not been changed yet, and holds the hold from the start to the end of the change display for the hold memory. The hold display for the memory is continuously displayed on the active display unit 9a different from the hold storage display unit 9b. That is, the active display unit 9a displays the active display (variable display compatible image) corresponding to the variable display being executed.

Hereinafter, the hold display and the active display may be collectively referred to as "specific display". "White", "blue", and "red" are provided as display modes of the specific display, and the reliability for being a big hit in the corresponding fluctuation is different. For example, the reliability for big hits is red> blue> white.

The effect display device 9 is for decoration (for effect) during the variable display time of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display 8a and during the variable display time of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display 8b. Variable display of the effect symbol as the symbol of. The variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized with each other. Further, the variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b and the variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized with each other. Further, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a and when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the effect symbol reminiscent of the jackpot on the effect display device 9. The combination of is stopped and displayed.

In this embodiment, as will be described later, the game control microcomputer 560 that controls the variation display of the special symbol transmits a variation pattern command that can specify the variation time, and the effect control microcomputer 100 transmits the variation pattern command. The variation display of the effect symbol is controlled according to the variation time specified by the variation pattern command. Therefore, since the fluctuation time is specified based on the fluctuation pattern command, the fluctuation display of the special symbol and the fluctuation display of the effect symbol should be executed in synchronization in principle. However, in the unlikely event that the data of the fluctuation pattern command is garbled, the fluctuation time recognized by the game control microcomputer 560 and the fluctuation time recognized by the effect control microcomputer 100 side. There may be a gap between them. Therefore, in the event of an unexpected situation such as garbled command data, there is a possibility that the variable display of the special symbol and the variable display of the effect symbol may not be completely synchronized.

In the decorative portion around the effect display device 9, a movable member 78 attached to the rotation shaft of the motor 86 and moving when the motor 86 rotates is provided on the left side. In this embodiment, the movable member 78 operates when the advance notice effect (movable object advance notice effect) is executed. It should be noted that the movable member 78 may be operated not only in the movable object advance notice effect but also in, for example, a pseudo-ream effect or a super reach effect.

Further, in the decorative portion around the effect display device 9, a blade-shaped movable member attached to the rotation shaft of the motor 87 and moving when the motor 87 rotates (hereinafter referred to as an effect blade accessory). 79a and 79b are provided. The effect feather accessory 79a and 79b operate, for example, when the advance notice effect (effect feather accessory advance notice effect) is executed. It should be noted that the effect feather accessories 79a and 79b may be operated not only in the effect feather accessory advance notice effect but also in, for example, a pseudo-ream effect or a super reach effect.

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

The game area 6 is also provided with winning openings (ordinary winning openings) 29, 30, 33, 39 for paying out a predetermined number of prize game balls determined in advance based on the winning of the game balls. The game balls that have won the winning openings 29, 30, 33, 39 are detected by the winning opening switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a.

An ordinary symbol display 10 is provided on the right side of the game board 6. The ordinary symbol display 10 variably displays a plurality of types of identification information (for example, “◯” and “×”) called ordinary symbols.

When the game ball passes through the gate 32 and is detected by the gate switch 32a, the variable display of the display of the normal symbol display 10 is started. In this embodiment, variable display is performed by alternately lighting the upper and lower lamps (the design becomes visible when lit). For example, if the lower lamp lights at the end of the variable display, it is a hit. .. Then, when the stop symbol on the normal symbol display 10 is a predetermined symbol (hit symbol), the variable winning ball device 15 is opened a predetermined number of times and for a predetermined time. That is, the state of the variable winning ball device 15 is a state in which the player is advantageous from a disadvantageous state to an advantageous state (a state in which the game ball can be won in the second starting winning opening 14) when the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a winning symbol. Changes to. In the vicinity of the normal symbol display 10, a normal symbol hold storage display 41 having a display unit with four LEDs for displaying the number of winning balls that have passed through the gate 32 is provided. Every time the game ball passes through the gate 32, that is, every time the game ball is detected by the gate switch 32a, the normal symbol hold storage display 41 increases the number of LEDs to be lit by 1. Then, each time the variable display of the normal symbol display 10 is started, the number of LEDs to be lit is reduced by 1. Further, a probabilistic state in which the probability of being determined to be a big hit is higher than that in the normal state (a state in which the probability of being determined as a big hit as a result of variation display of a special symbol is increased as compared with the normal state. In the high probability state.), The probability that the stopped symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a hit symbol is increased, and the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased.

A decorative LED 25 that blinks and is displayed during the game is provided around the left and right sides of the game area 7 of the game board 6, and an out port 26 in which a hit ball that has not won a prize is taken in is provided at the lower part. Further, on the upper left and right outside the game area 7, two speakers 27 for producing sound effects and sounds as predetermined sound outputs are provided. A frame LED 28 provided on the front frame is provided on the outer periphery of the game area 7.

The member constituting the hitting ball supply plate 3 is provided with an operation button 120 as an operation means that can be operated by the player. The operation button 120 is provided with a push button switch that allows the player to perform a pressing operation. The operation button 120 is provided not only with a push button switch capable of being pressed by the player, but also with a dial capable of being rotated by the player. The player can make a predetermined selection (for example, selection of an effect) by rotating the dial.

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

When the game ball enters the second start winning opening 14 and is detected by the second start opening switch 14a, if the variable display of the second special symbol can be started (for example, the variable display of the special symbol ends and the second special symbol is displayed. 2), the variable display (variation) of the second special symbol is started on the second special symbol display 8b, and the variable display of the effect symbol is started on the effect display device 9. That is, the variable display of the second special symbol and the effect symbol corresponds to the winning of the second starting winning opening 14. Unless the variable display of the second special symbol can be started, the second reserved storage number is incremented by 1 on condition that the second reserved storage number has not reached the upper limit value.

In this embodiment, in the case of a probabilistic jackpot, after the jackpot game ends, the so-called probabilistic state is shifted, the game state is shifted to the high probability state, and the game ball is easily started and won a prize (that is, a special symbol). It shifts to a high base state which is a game state controlled so as to easily satisfy the execution condition of the variable display in the displays 8a and 8b and the effect display device 9. In the high base state, for example, the frequency with which the variable winning ball device 15 is opened is increased, or the time during which the variable winning ball device 15 is opened is extended as compared with the case where the high base state is not achieved. It becomes easier to win a start prize.

It should be noted that instead of extending the time during which the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state (also referred to as an open extension state), the process shifts to a normal symbol probability variation state in which the probability that the stopped symbol on the normal symbol display 10 becomes a hit symbol is increased. By doing so, it may shift to a high base state. When the stop symbol on the normal symbol display 10 becomes a predetermined symbol (hit symbol), the variable winning ball device 15 is opened a predetermined number of times and for a predetermined time. In this case, by controlling the transition to the normal symbol probability change state, the probability that the stopped symbol on the normal symbol display 10 becomes a hit symbol is increased, and the frequency of the variable winning ball device 15 being opened is increased. Therefore, if the state shifts to the normal symbol probability change state, the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased, and the starting winning state becomes easy (high base state). That is, the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased when the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a hit symbol or the stop symbol of the special symbol is a probabilistic symbol, which is disadvantageous to the player. It changes to an advantageous state (a state where it is easy to win a start). It should be noted that increasing the number of times of opening is a concept including changing from a closed state to an open state.

Further, the normal symbol display 10 may shift to the high base state by shifting to the normal symbol time reduction state in which the fluctuation time (variable display period) of the normal symbol is shortened. In the normal symbol time reduction state, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is shortened, so that the frequency of starting the fluctuation of the normal symbol increases, and as a result, the frequency of hitting the normal symbol increases. Therefore, as the frequency of hitting the normal symbol increases, the frequency of opening the variable winning ball device 15 increases, and the starting prize is easily won (high base state).

Further, in this embodiment, when the state is shifted to the high base state, it is also shifted to the time saving state (special symbol time saving state) in which the fluctuation time (variable display period) of the special symbol or the effect symbol is shortened. By shifting to the time saving state in this way, the fluctuation time of the special symbol or the effect symbol is shortened, so that the frequency of the variation of the special symbol or the effect symbol is increased (in other words, the digestion of the reserved memory is exhausted. It will be faster.) It is possible to reduce the situation where an invalid start prize is generated. Therefore, a valid start winning prize is likely to occur, and as a result, the possibility that a big hit game is performed increases.

Furthermore, by shifting to all the states shown above (open extension state, normal symbol probability change state, normal symbol time reduction state and special symbol time reduction state), it becomes easier to win a start prize (shift to a high base state). You may. In addition, by shifting to any one or more of the above-mentioned states (open extension state, normal symbol probability change state, normal symbol time reduction state, and special symbol time reduction state), it becomes easier to win a start prize (high base). It may be changed to the state). In addition, by shifting to only one of the above-mentioned states (open extension state, normal symbol probability change state, normal symbol time reduction state, and special symbol time reduction state), it becomes easier to win a start prize (high). It may move to the base state).

FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing an example of a circuit configuration in the main board (game control board) 31. Note that FIG. 2 also shows a payout control board 37, an effect control board 80, and the like. A game control microcomputer (corresponding to a game control means) 560 that controls the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a program is mounted on the main board 31. The game control microcomputer 560 has a ROM 54 for storing a program for game control (game progress control), a RAM 55 as a storage means used as a work memory, a CPU 56 for performing control operations according to the program, and an I / O port unit 57. including. In this embodiment, the ROM 54 and the RAM 55 are built in the game control microcomputer 560. That is, the game control microcomputer 560 is a one-chip microcomputer. The one-chip microcomputer may have at least a CPU 56 and a RAM 55 built-in, and the ROM 54 may be externally attached or built-in. Further, the I / O port portion 57 may be externally attached. The game control microcomputer 560 also has a built-in random number circuit 53 that generates a hardware random number (a random number generated by a hardware circuit).

Further, the RAM 55 is a backup RAM as a non-volatile storage means in which a part or the whole thereof is backed up by a backup power source created in the power supply board 910. That is, even if the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped, a part or all of the contents of the RAM 55 are stored for a predetermined period (until the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged and the backup power supply cannot supply power). In particular, at least the data corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means (special symbol process flag, etc.) and the data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are stored in the backup RAM. The data according to the control state of the game control means is data necessary for recovering the control state before the occurrence of the power failure or the like based on the data when the data is restored after the power failure or the like occurs. Further, the data corresponding to the control state and the data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are defined as the data indicating the progress state of the game. In this embodiment, it is assumed that the entire RAM 55 is backed up by the power supply.

Since the CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 executes control according to the program stored in the ROM 54, the game control microcomputer 560 (or CPU 56) executes (or performs processing) below. Specifically, the CPU 56 executes control according to a program. This also applies to microcomputers mounted on boards other than the main board 31.

The random number circuit 53 is a hardware circuit used to generate a random number for determination for determining whether or not to make a big hit based on the display result of the variable display of the special symbol. The random number circuit 53 updates the numerical data according to the set update rule within the numerical range in which the initial value (for example, 0) and the upper limit value (for example, 65535) are set, and starts at random timing. Based on the fact that the time of winning is the time of reading (extracting) the numerical data, it has a random number generation function in which the read numerical data becomes a random number value.

The random number circuit 53 has a numerical data update range selection setting function (initial value selection setting function and upper limit value selection setting function), a numerical data update rule selection setting function, and a numerical data update rule selection function. It has various functions such as a switching function. With such a function, the randomness of the generated random number can be improved.

Further, the game control microcomputer 560 has a function of setting an initial value of numerical data updated by the random number circuit 53. For example, a predetermined calculation is performed using an ID number of the game control microcomputer 560 stored in a predetermined storage area such as ROM 54 (an ID number assigned by a different numerical value for each product of the game control microcomputer 560). The numerical data obtained by the row is set as the initial value of the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 53. By performing such processing, the randomness of the random number generated by the random number circuit 53 can be further improved.

Further, an input driver circuit 58 that gives detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the start port switch 13a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a to the game control microcomputer 560 is also mounted on the main board 31. There is. The main board also includes a solenoid 16 that opens and closes the variable winning ball device 15, and an output circuit 59 that drives the solenoid 21 that opens and closes the special variable winning ball device 20 that forms the large winning opening according to a command from the game control microcomputer 560. It is mounted on 31.

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

An information output circuit (not shown) that outputs an information output signal such as jackpot information indicating the occurrence of a jackpot gaming state to an external device such as a hall computer is also mounted on the main board 31.

In this embodiment, the effect control means (consisting of the effect control microcomputer) mounted on the effect control board 80 instructs the effect content from the game control microcomputer 560 via the relay board 77. It receives the effect control command and controls the display of the effect display device 9 that variably displays the effect symbol.

Further, the effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80 controls the display of the decorative LED 25 provided on the game board and the frame LED 28 provided on the frame side via the lamp driver board 35. , The sound output from the speaker 27 is controlled via the audio output board 70.

FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing a circuit configuration example of the relay board 77, the effect control board 80, the lamp driver board 35, and the audio output board 70. In the example shown in FIG. 3, the lamp driver board 35 and the audio output board 70 are not equipped with a microcomputer, but a microcomputer may be mounted. Further, the lamp driver board 35 and the audio output board 70 may not be provided, and only the effect control board 80 may be provided for the effect control.

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

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

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

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

As a signal direction regulating means, the relay board 77 allows the signal input from the main board 31 to pass only in the direction toward the effect control board 80 (the signal does not pass in the direction from the effect control board 80 to the relay board 77). The unidirectional circuit 74 of is mounted. As a unidirectional circuit, for example, a diode or a transistor is used. FIG. 3 illustrates a diode. Further, a unidirectional circuit is provided for each signal. Further, since the effect control command and the effect control INT signal are output from the main board 31 via the output port 571 which is a unidirectional circuit, the signal from the relay board 77 toward the inside of the main board 31 is restricted. That is, the signal from the relay board 77 does not enter the inside of the main board 31 (on the side of the game control microcomputer 560). The output port 571 is a part of the I / O port unit 57 shown in FIG. Further, a signal driver circuit, which is a unidirectional circuit, may be further provided on the outside of the output port 571 (on the relay board 77 side).

Further, the effect control CPU 101 drives the motor 86 to operate the movable member 78 via the output port 106. Further, the effect control CPU 101 drives a motor 87 for operating the effect blade accessories 79a and 79b via the output port 106.

Further, the effect control CPU 101 inputs a signal from the operation button 120 in response to a pressing operation of the operation button 120 by the player via the input port 107.

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

In the lamp driver board 35, the signal for driving the LED or the lamp is input to the LED / lamp driver 352 via the input driver 351. The LED / lamp driver 352 supplies a current to a light emitter provided on the frame side such as the frame LED 28 based on the LED or the signal for driving the lamp. Further, a current is supplied to a decorative LED 25 or the like provided on the game board side.

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

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

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

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

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

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

If the check result is normal, the CPU 56 performs game state recovery processing (steps S41 to S43) for returning the internal state of the game control means and the control state of the electric component control means such as the effect control means to the state when the power supply is stopped. Processing). Specifically, the start address of the backup setting table stored in the ROM 54 is set in the pointer (step S41), and the contents of the backup setting table are sequentially set in the work area (area in the RAM 55) (step S42). ). The work area is backed up by a backup power supply. Initialization data for areas that may be initialized in the work area are set in the backup setting table. By the processing of steps S41 and S42, the saved contents remain as they are for the portion of the work area that should not be initialized. The part that should not be initialized is, for example, the data indicating the game state before the power supply is stopped (special symbol process flag, probability change flag, time saving flag, etc.), and the area where the output state of the output port is saved (output port buffer). ), The part where the data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls is set.

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

In this embodiment, the value of the variable time timer, which will be described later, is also stored in the backup RAM area. Therefore, when the power failure is restored, after the display result designation command is transmitted in step S44, the measurement of the value of the saved fluctuation time timer is restarted, the fluctuation display of the special symbol is restarted, and the data is saved. When the value of the variable time timer that has been set times out, the symbol confirmation specification command described later is transmitted. Further, in this embodiment, the value of the special symbol process flag described later is also stored in the backup RAM area. Therefore, when the power failure is restored, the special symbol process processing is restarted from the process corresponding to the value of the saved special symbol process flag.

The CPU 56 may first check whether or not the value of the variable time timer stored in the backup RAM area is 0, instead of always transmitting the display result specification command when the power failure is restored. .. Then, if the value of the fluctuation time timer is not 0, it is determined that a power failure occurs during the fluctuation, and a display result specification command is transmitted. If the fluctuation time timer is 0, the fluctuation time occurs during the power failure. It may be determined that the state has not been reached and the display result specification command may not be sent.

Further, the CPU 56 may first check whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag stored in the backup RAM area is 3. Then, if the value of the special symbol process flag is 3, it is determined that the power failure occurs during the fluctuation, and the display result specification command is transmitted. If the special symbol process flag is not 3, the fluctuation occurs during the power failure. It may be determined that it was not inside, and the display result specification command may not be sent.

In this embodiment, it is confirmed whether or not the data in the backup RAM area is saved by using both the backup flag and the check data, but only one of them may be used. That is, either the backup flag or the check data may be used as an opportunity to execute the game state recovery process.

In the initialization process, the CPU 56 first performs a RAM clear process (step S10). By the RAM clear processing, predetermined data (for example, data of the count value of the counter for generating a random number for normal symbol hit determination) is initialized to 0, but is an arbitrary value or a predetermined value. It may be initialized to. Further, the entire area of the RAM 55 may not be initialized, and predetermined data (for example, data of the count value of the counter for generating a random number for determining a normal symbol hit) may be left as it is. Further, the start address of the initialization table stored in the ROM 54 is set in the pointer (step S11), and the contents of the initialization setting table are sequentially set in the work area (step S12).

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

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

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

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

When the execution of the initialization process (steps S10 to S15) is completed, the CPU 56 repeatedly executes the display random number update process (step S17) and the initial value random number update process (step S18) in the main process. When the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process are executed, the interrupt prohibition state is set (step S16), and when the execution of the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process is completed, the interrupt enable state is set. Set (step S19). In this embodiment, the display random number is a random number for determining the stop symbol of the special symbol when it is not a big hit, or a random number for determining whether or not to reach when it is not a big hit, and it is displayed. The random number update process is a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating a random number for display. Further, the initial value random number update process is a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number. In this embodiment, the initial value random number is the initial value of the count value of the counter for generating a random number for determining whether or not to hit the normal symbol (normal symbol hit determination random number generation counter). It is a random number to determine. A game control process that controls the progress of a game, which will be described later (the game control microcomputer 560 controls a game device such as an effect display device, a variable winning ball device, and a ball payout device provided in the game machine. In the process of performing, or the process of transmitting a command signal to be controlled by another microcomputer, also called the game device control process), the count value of the normal symbol hit judgment random number is one round (normal symbol hit judgment random number is taken). The initial value is set in the counter when the step is taken by the number of numerical values between the minimum value and the maximum value of the possible value.

In this embodiment, the reach effect is executed by using the effect symbol that is variably displayed on the effect display device 9. In addition, when the display result of the special symbol is a jackpot symbol, the reach effect is always executed (however, in the case of a sudden probability variation jackpot, the sudden probability variation jackpot symbol (for example, "135") is not a reach. May be displayed as stopped). When the display result of the special symbol is not a big hit symbol, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not to execute the reach effect by performing a lottery to determine the fluctuation pattern type and the fluctuation pattern using random numbers. do. However, it is the effect control microcomputer 100 that actually executes the control of the reach effect.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

In this embodiment, a RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided, but the CPU 56 relates to turning on / off the solenoid in the RAM area corresponding to the output state of the output port. The contents are output to the output port (step S31: output processing).

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

Further, the CPU 56 performs a normal symbol display control process for setting the normal symbol display control data for displaying the effect of the normal symbol according to the value of the normal symbol process flag in the output buffer for setting the normal symbol display control data (the normal symbol display control process). Step S33). For example, when the start flag related to the fluctuation of the normal symbol is set, the CPU 56 switches the display state (“○” and “×”) of the fluctuation speed of the normal symbol every 0.2 seconds until the end flag is set. At such a speed, the value of the display control data set in the output buffer (for example, 1 indicating “◯” and 0 indicating “×”) is switched every 0.2 seconds. Further, the CPU 56 executes the effect display of the normal symbol on the normal symbol display 10 by outputting the drive signal in step S22 according to the display control data set in the output buffer.

After that, the interrupt permission state is set (step S34), and the process is terminated.

With the above control, in this embodiment, the game control process is started every 4 ms. The game control process corresponds to the process of steps S21 to S33 (excluding step S29) in the timer interrupt process. Further, in this embodiment, the game control process is executed by the timer interrupt process, but in the timer interrupt process, for example, only a flag indicating that an interrupt has occurred is set, and the game control process is the main process. It may be executed in.

When the misaligned symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the effect display device 9, the variable display state of the effect symbol is changed after the variable display of the effect symbol is started. A combination of predetermined effect symbols that do not reach the reach state may be stopped and displayed without reaching the reach state. Such a variable display mode of the effect symbol is referred to as a "non-reach" (also referred to as "normally off") variable display mode when the variable display result is a missed symbol.

When the misaligned symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the effect display device 9, the variable display state of the effect symbol is changed after the variable display of the effect symbol is started. The reach effect may be executed after the reach state is reached, and the combination of predetermined effect symbols that do not eventually become the jackpot symbol may be stopped and displayed. Such a variable display result of the effect symbol is referred to as a variable display mode of "reach" (also referred to as "reach loss") when the variable display result is "off".

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

When the small hit "5" is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b, the variable display mode of the effect symbol is "sudden probability change big hit" in the effect display device 9. After the variable display of the effect symbol is performed in the same manner as in the case of the above, a predetermined small hit symbol (the same symbol as the sudden probability change big hit symbol, for example, "135") may be stopped and displayed. The display effect in the effect display device 9 corresponding to the stop display of the small hit symbol "5" on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b is referred to as a variable display mode of "small hit". ..

Here, the small hit is a hit that is allowed up to a number of times that the number of times the big winning opening is opened is smaller than that of the big hit (in this embodiment, the opening for 0.1 second is twice). When the small hit game is completed, the game state does not change. That is, there is no transition from the probabilistic state to the normal state or transition from the normal state to the probabilistic state. Further, the sudden probability change big hit is allowed up to the number of times that the big winning opening is opened less frequently in the big hit gaming state (in this embodiment, opening for 0.1 second is twice), but the opening time of the big winning opening is extremely long. It is a short jackpot, and it is a jackpot that shifts the gaming state after the jackpot game to a probabilistic state (that is, by doing so, it appears to the player as if it suddenly became a probabilistic state. Is). That is, in this embodiment, the sudden change big hit and the small hit have the same opening pattern of the big winning opening. By controlling in this way, if the big winning opening is opened twice for 0.1 seconds, it is not possible to recognize whether it is a sudden change big hit or a small hit, so it is a high probability state for the player. (Probability change state) can be expected, and the interest of the game can be improved.

When the gaming machine is configured so that all the jackpot types are probabilistic jackpots, it is not necessary to provide small hits. In addition, when the jackpot type is configured to provide a small hit when all the jackpot types are probabilistic jackpots, the sudden probability variable jackpot is only shifted to the probabilistic change state (high probability state) and is not accompanied by the time saving state (high base state). It is preferable to provide.

FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram showing a variation pattern of the effect symbol prepared in advance. As shown in FIG. 6, in this embodiment, non-reach PA1-1 to non-reach PA1-1 to non-reach as a variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "off" and the variable display mode of the effect symbol is "non-reach". Fluctuation patterns of reach PA1-4 are prepared. Further, as fluctuation patterns corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "off" and the variable display mode of the effect symbol is "reach", normal PA2-1 to normal PA2-2 and normal PB2-1 to normal PB2-2 are used. , Super PA3-1 to Super PA3-2, and Super PB3-1 to Super PB3-2. As shown in FIG. 6, the fluctuation pattern of the non-reach PA1-4, which is used when the reach is not reached and is accompanied by the effect of the pseudo-ream, is re-variated once. Of the fluctuation patterns used in the case of reaching and accompanied by the effect of pseudo-ream, when the normal PB2-1 is used, the re-variation is performed once. Further, among the fluctuation patterns used in the case of reaching and accompanied by the effect of the pseudo-ream, when the normal PB2-2 is used, the re-variation is performed twice. Further, among the fluctuation patterns used in the case of reaching and accompanied by the effect of the pseudo-ream, when Super PA3-1 to Super PA3-2 are used, the re-variation is performed three times. Note that the re-variation is to temporarily stop the effect symbol that is temporarily out of alignment from the start of the variable display of the effect symbol until the display result is derived and displayed, and then execute the variable display of the effect symbol again. ..

Further, as shown in FIG. 6, in this embodiment, as the variation patterns corresponding to the case where the variable display result of the special symbol becomes the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol, the normal PA2-3 to the normal PA2-4 and the normal PB2 are used. -3 ~ Normal PB2-4, Super PA3-3 ~ Super PA3-4, Super PB3-3 ~ Super PB3-4, Special PG1-1 ~ Special PG1-3, Special PG2-1 ~ Special PG2-2 Is prepared. In FIG. 6, the fluctuation patterns of the special PG1-1 to special PG1-3 and the special PG2-1 to special PG2-2 are fluctuation patterns used when a sudden probability change big hit or small hit occurs. Further, as shown in FIG. 6, among the fluctuation patterns used when the sudden change is not a big hit or a small hit and accompanied by the effect of a pseudo-ream, when the normal PB2-3 is used, the re-variation is performed once. Further, among the fluctuation patterns used in the case of reaching and accompanied by the effect of the pseudo-ream, when the normal PB2-4 is used, the re-variation is performed twice. Further, among the fluctuation patterns used in the case of reaching and accompanied by the effect of the pseudo-ream, when Super PA3-3 to Super PA3-4 are used, the re-variation is performed three times. Further, the fluctuation pattern of the special PG1-3, which is used in the case of a sudden probability change big hit or a small hit and is accompanied by a pseudo-ream effect, is re-variated once.

In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 6, when the fluctuation time is fixedly determined according to the type of reach (for example, in the case of super reach A with pseudo-ream, the fluctuation time is 32. It is fixed at .75 seconds, and the fluctuation time is fixed at 22.75 seconds in the case of Super Reach A without pseudo-ream), but even in the case of the same type of Super Reach, for example. , The fluctuation time may be different depending on the total number of reserved storages. For example, even when the same type of super reach is involved, the fluctuation time may be shortened as the total number of reserved storages increases. Further, for example, even in the case of the same type of super reach, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed, the variable time may be different according to the first reserved storage number. 2 When the variable display of the special symbol is performed, the variable time may be different according to the second reserved storage number. In this case, separate determination tables are prepared for each value of the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number (for example, the variation pattern type determination table for the reserved storage numbers 0 to 2 and the reserved storage numbers 3 and 4). The determination table may be selected according to the value of the first reserved storage number or the second reserved storage number to make the fluctuation time different.

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

In this embodiment, for the fluctuation pattern, first, the fluctuation pattern type is determined using the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern type (random 2), and the variation determined using the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern (random 3). Determine one of the fluctuation patterns included in the pattern type. As such, in this embodiment, the variation pattern is determined by a two-step lottery process.

The variation pattern type is a group of a plurality of variation patterns according to the characteristics of the variation mode. For example, a plurality of fluctuation patterns are grouped by reach type to include a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern with normal reach, a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern with super reach A, and a fluctuation pattern with super reach B. It may be divided into fluctuation pattern types. Further, for example, a plurality of fluctuation patterns are grouped by the number of re-variations of the pseudo-ream, and a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern without a pseudo-ream, a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern of one re-variation, and a re-variation are performed. It may be divided into a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern of two fluctuations and a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern of three re-variations. Further, for example, a plurality of fluctuation patterns may be grouped according to the presence or absence of an effect such as a pseudo-ream or a slip effect.

In this embodiment, as will be described later, in the case of a normal jackpot and a probabilistic jackpot, the normal CA3-1 which is a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern accompanied only by the normal reach, and the fluctuation accompanied by the normal reach and the pseudo-ream. It is classified into a normal CA3-2, which is a variation pattern type including a pattern, and a super CA3-3, which is a variation pattern type with super reach. Further, in the case of a sudden probability change jackpot, it is classified into a special CA4-1 which is a fluctuation pattern type including a non-reach fluctuation pattern and a special CA4-2 which is a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern accompanied by reach. ing. Further, in the case of a small hit, it is classified into a special CA4-1 which is a fluctuation pattern type including a non-reach fluctuation pattern. Further, in the case of an outlier, a non-reach CA2-1 which is a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern without reach, pseudo-ream, or slip effect, and a fluctuation pattern without reach but with pseudo-ream or slip effect are used. Includes non-reach CA2-2, which is a variation pattern type that includes, non-reach CA2-3, which is a variation pattern type that includes variation patterns of shortened variation without reach, pseudo-ream, or slip effect, and variation patterns that include only normal reach. Normal CA2-4, which is a variation pattern type, normal CA2-5, which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with normal reach and two pseudo-revariations, and a variation pattern with normal reach and one pseudo-revariance. It is classified into a normal CA2-6 which is a fluctuation pattern type including, and a super CA2-7 which is a fluctuation pattern type accompanied by super reach.

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

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

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

It should be noted that the small hit may be determined only when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed, and the small hit may not be provided when the variable display of the second special symbol is performed. In this case, it is not necessary to provide the small hit determination table for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 8 (C). In this embodiment, when the gaming state is shifted to the probabilistic state, the variation display of the second special symbol is mainly executed. If a small hit is generated even when the game state is shifted to the probabilistic state, and the effect of inciting whether or not the game state is probable is set, the current game state is in the probable change state. On the contrary, it makes the player feel annoyed. Therefore, if it is configured so that a small hit does not occur during the variation display of the second special symbol, it is difficult for the small hit to occur when the game state is in the probable change state, and the fanning effect for the probable change is not performed more than necessary. It is possible to prevent a situation in which the player feels annoyed.

The CPU 56 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 53 at a predetermined time and uses the extracted value as the value of the big hit determination random number (random R). The big hit determination random number value is shown in FIG. 8A. If any of the jackpot determination values is matched, it is decided to make a jackpot (normal jackpot, probability variation jackpot, sudden probability variation jackpot, which will be described later) for the special symbol. Further, when the random value for big hit determination matches any of the small hit determination values shown in FIGS. 8 (B) and 8 (C), it is determined to make a small hit with respect to the special symbol. The "probability" shown in FIG. 8A indicates the probability (ratio) of a big hit. Further, the "probability" shown in FIGS. 8 (B) and 8 (C) indicates the probability (ratio) of a small hit. Further, determining whether or not to make a big hit means determining whether or not to shift to the big hit gaming state, but the stop symbol in the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b is used. It also means deciding whether or not to make a big hit design. Further, determining whether or not to make a small hit means determining whether or not to shift to the small hit gaming state, but stop at the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b. It also means deciding whether or not to make the symbol a small hit symbol.

In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8B and 8C, when the small hit determination table (for the first special symbol) is used, the small hit is determined at a rate of 1/300. On the other hand, when the small hit determination table (second special symbol) is used, the case where the small hit is determined at a rate of 1/3000 will be described. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the first start winning opening 13 is started and the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, the second starting winning opening 14 is started and the second special symbol is displayed. Compared to the case where the variable display is executed, the rate of being determined as "small hit" is high.

8 (D) and 8 (E) are explanatory views showing the jackpot type determination tables 131a and 131b stored in the ROM 54. Of these, FIG. 8D determines the jackpot type using the hold memory based on the fact that the game ball has won the first start winning opening 13 (that is, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed). It is a jackpot type determination table (for the first special symbol) 131a of the case. Further, FIG. 8E shows a case where the jackpot type is determined by using the hold memory based on the fact that the game ball has won the second start winning opening 14 (that is, when the variation display of the second special symbol is performed). It is a jackpot type determination table (for the second special symbol) 131b.

The jackpot type determination tables 131a and 131b set the jackpot type to "normal jackpot" or "normal jackpot" based on a random number (random 1) for determining the jackpot type when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol. It is a table referred to for determining either "probability change jackpot" or "sudden change jackpot". In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8 (D) and 8 (E), eight determination values are assigned to the “sudden probability change jackpot” in the jackpot type determination table 131a (40 minutes). The jackpot type determination table 131b is assigned two judgment values for "sudden probability variation jackpot" (ratio of 2/40). (Suddenly determined to be a probabilistic jackpot). Therefore, in this embodiment, when the first start winning opening 13 is started and the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, the second starting winning opening 14 is started and the second special symbol is displayed. Compared to the case where the fluctuation display is executed, the rate of being determined as "sudden probability change jackpot" is high. It should be noted that the "sudden probability change jackpot" is distributed only to the jackpot type determination table 131a for the first special symbol, and the "sudden probability variation jackpot" is not distributed to the jackpot type determination table 131b for the second special symbol (that is,). , "Sudden probability change jackpot" may be determined only when the variation display of the first special symbol is performed).

In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8 (D) and 8 (E), a sudden probability change jackpot (two rounds of jackpot) as a first specific gaming state that imparts a predetermined amount of game value, and the game. In some cases, it may be determined to be a normal jackpot and a probabilistic jackpot (15 round jackpot) as the second specific gaming state in which a game value larger than the value is given, and when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed. Although the case where it is decided to set the first specific gaming state at a high rate is shown, the gaming value to be given is not limited to the number of rounds as shown in this embodiment. For example, the second specific game state in which the permissible amount of the number of winnings (count number) of the game ball to the large winning opening per round is determined as the game value as compared with the first specific game state is determined. May be good. Further, for example, the second specific gaming state may be determined in which the opening time of the big winning opening per one of the big hits is lengthened as a game value as compared with the first specific gaming state. Further, for example, even in the same 15-round big hit, the first specific gaming state in which the big winning opening is opened once per round and the second specific gaming state in which the big winning opening is opened multiple times per round. It may be prepared so that the number of times the large winning opening is opened is substantially increased to increase the game value in the second specific game state. In this case, for example, in either the first specific gaming state or the second specific gaming state, when the large winning opening is opened 15 times (in this case, all 15 rounds in the case of the first specific gaming state). In the case of the second specific gaming state, an undigested round remains), and an effect of a mode that encourages whether or not the jackpot will continue may be executed. Then, in the case of the first specific game state, all 15 rounds are internally completed, so the jackpot game is ended, and in the case of the second specific game state, undigested rounds remain internally. Therefore, the big hit game may be continued (a production in which the opening of the big winning opening is additionally started with a bonus after finishing the big hit of 15 times opening).

In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8 (D) and 8 (E), there are "normal jackpot", "probability change jackpot", and "sudden change jackpot" as jackpot types. In this embodiment, the number of rounds executed in the jackpot game is two types, 15 rounds and 2 rounds, but the number of rounds executed in the jackpot game is shown in this embodiment. It is not limited to the ones. For example, a 7R probability variable jackpot controlled for a 7-round jackpot game or a 5R probability variable jackpot controlled for a 5-round jackpot game may be provided. Further, in this embodiment, the case where the jackpot types are three types of "normal jackpot", "probability variation jackpot", and "sudden variation jackpot" is shown, but the case is not limited to the three types, for example, four or more types. A jackpot type may be provided. On the contrary, the number of jackpot types may be less than three, and for example, only two types may be provided as jackpot types.

The "normal jackpot" is a jackpot that is controlled to a jackpot gaming state of 15 rounds and shifts to a time saving state (high base state) after the end of the jackpot gaming state (see steps S167 and 168 described later). Then, after shifting to the time saving state, when the variation display is completed 100 times, the time saving state ends (see steps S168 and S137 to 140 described later). In this embodiment, even if a big hit occurs after the transition to the time saving state and before the execution of the variation display 100 times is completed, the time saving state ends (see step S132 described later).

The "probability change jackpot" is a jackpot that is controlled to the jackpot gaming state of 15 rounds and shifts to the probability variation state (high probability state) after the end of the jackpot gaming state (in this embodiment, it is shifted to the probability variation state and at the same time. It also shifts to the time saving state (high base state). See steps S169 and S170 described later). Then, after shifting to the probabilistic state, the probabilistic state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see step S132 described later).

Further, the "sudden change big hit" is allowed up to the number of times that the big winning opening is opened less than the "normal big hit" and the "probability change big hit" (in this embodiment, the opening for 0.1 second is twice). It is a big hit to be done. That is, in the case of "sudden probability change big hit", it is controlled to the big hit game state of two rounds. In addition, in "normal jackpot" and "probability big hit", the opening time of the big winning opening per round is as long as 29 seconds, while in "sudden change jackpot", the opening time of the big winning opening per round is long. It is extremely short at 0.1 seconds, and it can hardly be expected that a game ball will win a prize at the big prize opening during a big hit game. Then, in this embodiment, after the sudden end of the probabilistic jackpot gaming state, the state is shifted to the probabilistic state (high probability state) (in this embodiment, the probabilistic state is changed to the time saving state (high base state). Is also migrated. See steps S169 and S170 described later). Then, after shifting to the probabilistic state, the probabilistic state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see step S132 described later).

As described above, in this embodiment, even in the case of a "small hit", the big winning opening is opened twice for 0.1 seconds each, and the big hit game state due to the "sudden probability change big hit" is obtained. Similar control is performed. Then, in the case of a "small hit", the gaming state does not change after the two opening of the large winning opening is completed, and the gaming state before the "small hit" is maintained. By doing so, it becomes impossible to recognize whether it is a "sudden change big hit" or a "small hit", and the interest of the game is improved.

The jackpot type judgment tables 131a and 131b are numerical values to be compared with the value of random 1, and are judgment values corresponding to each of "normal jackpot", "probability change jackpot", and "sudden change jackpot" (big hit type judgment value). ) Is set. When the value of random 1 matches any of the jackpot type determination values, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type to be the type corresponding to the matched jackpot type determination value.

9 (A) to 9 (C) are explanatory views showing variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C for big hits. In the jackpot variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C, when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol, the variation pattern type is set to a random number for the variation pattern type determination according to the determination result of the jackpot type. It is a table referred to for determining one of a plurality of types based on (random number 2).

The fluctuation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C for each jackpot are numerical values (judgment values) to be compared with the values of the random numbers (random 2) for the fluctuation pattern type determination, and are normal CA3-1 to normal CA3-2. Judgment values corresponding to any of the fluctuation pattern types of Super CA3-3, Special CA4-1, and Special CA4-2 are set.

For example, the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132A shown in FIG. 9 (A) used when the jackpot type is “normal jackpot” and FIG. 9 (B) used when the jackpot type is “probability variation jackpot”. The allocation of the determination values for the variation pattern types of the normal CA3-1 to the normal CA3-2 and the super CA3-3 is different from that of the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132B shown in the above.

As described above, when the jackpot variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C selected according to the jackpot type are compared, the assignment of the determination value to each variation pattern type is different depending on the jackpot type. In addition, judgment values are assigned to different fluctuation pattern types according to the jackpot type. Therefore, different variation pattern types can be determined according to the determination result of which of the plurality of types the jackpot type is to be used, and the ratios determined for the same variation pattern type can be different.

As shown in FIGS. 9A and 9B, in this embodiment, in the case of "normal jackpot" or "probability variation jackpot", the value of a random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type. If is 150 to 251 it can be seen that the variable display with at least super reach (super reach A, super reach B) is executed.

In addition, regarding the super reach jackpot, the fluctuation pattern type with pseudo-ream (variation pattern type including fluctuation pattern of super PA3-3 and super PA3-4) and the fluctuation pattern type without pseudo-ream (super PB3-3, super). It may be divided into the fluctuation pattern type) including the fluctuation pattern of PB3-4. In this case, in both the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132A for normal jackpot and the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132B for probability variation jackpot, the variation pattern type with super reach and pseudo-ream and the super reach and pseudo-ream are used. The fluctuation pattern type that does not accompany it will be assigned.

Further, in the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132C used when the jackpot type is "sudden probability variation jackpot", for example, when the jackpot type such as special CA4-1 and special CA4-2 is other than "sudden probability variation jackpot". A judgment value is assigned to a fluctuation pattern type to which a judgment value is not assigned. Therefore, when the variable display result is "big hit" and the big hit type is "sudden change big hit" and the sudden probability change big hit state is controlled, it is different from the case of controlling to the normal big hit or the big hit state by the probability change big hit. It can be determined by the fluctuation pattern type.

Further, FIG. 9D is an explanatory diagram showing the variation pattern type determination table 132D for small hits. The variation pattern type determination table 132D for small hits has a plurality of types of variation pattern types based on random numbers (random 2) for determination of variation pattern types when it is determined that the variable display result is a small hit symbol. A table referenced to determine one of these. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 9D, when it is decided to make a small hit, a case where special CA4-1 is determined as a fluctuation pattern type is shown. ..

10 (A) to 10 (C) are explanatory views showing deviation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135C. Of these, FIG. 10A shows the deviation pattern type determination table 135A used when the gaming state is the normal state and the total pending storage number is less than 3. Further, FIG. 10B shows a variation pattern type determination table 135B for loss, which is used when the gaming state is the normal state and the total reserved storage number is 3 or more. Further, FIG. 10C shows the deviation pattern type determination table 135C used when the gaming state is the probability change state or the time saving state. The deviation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135C have a plurality of types of variation pattern types based on a random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type when it is determined that the variable display result is an outlier symbol. A table referenced to determine one of these.

In the example shown in FIG. 10, a case where different deviation pattern type determination tables 135B to 135C are used for the case where the game state is the probable change state or the time saving state and the case where the total reserved storage number is 3 or more is shown. However, it may be configured to use a common deviation pattern type determination table for the case of the probability change state or the time saving state and the case where the total number of pending storages is 3 or more. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 10C, a case is shown in which a common probability variation / time saving variation pattern type determination table 135C is used regardless of the total number of pending storages, but the probability variation / time reduction is used. As the variation pattern type determination table, a plurality of deviation pattern determination tables (tables in which the ratios of determination values are different) according to the total number of pending storages may be used.

In this embodiment, when the gaming state is the normal state, the deviation variation pattern type determination table 135A used when the total reserved storage number is less than 3, and the total reserved storage number is 3 or more. Although the case where two types of tables are used with the deviation variation pattern type determination table 135B used in the above is shown, the method of dividing the deviation variation pattern type determination table is not limited to the one shown in this embodiment. For example, a separate outlier variation pattern type determination table may be provided for each value of the total pending storage number (that is, for 0 total pending storage number, 1 total pending storage number, and 2 total pending storage number). , For the total number of reserved storages of 3, for the total number of reserved storages of 4, ... The out-of-order fluctuation pattern type determination table may be used separately). Further, for example, an out-of-order variation pattern type determination table corresponding to a combination of a plurality of other values of the total reserved storage number may be used. For example, the out-of-order variation pattern type determination table for the total number of reserved storages 0 to 2, the total number of reserved storages 3, the total number of reserved storages 4, and so on may be used.

Further, in this embodiment, a case is shown in which a plurality of deviation variation pattern type determination tables are provided according to the total number of reserved storages, but the deviation variation pattern type determination is provided according to the first number of reserved storages and the second number of reserved storages. A plurality of tables may be provided. For example, when the variation display of the first special symbol is performed, the deviation variation pattern type determination table separately prepared for each value of the first reserved storage number may be used (that is, the first reserved storage number). For 0 pieces, for 1st hold storage number 1, for 1st hold storage number 2 pieces, for 1st hold storage number 3 pieces, for 1st hold storage number 4 pieces ... You may use each separately). Further, for example, an out-of-order variation pattern type determination table corresponding to a combination of a plurality of other values of the first reserved storage number may be used. For example, the out-of-order variation pattern type determination table for the first reserved storage number 0 to 2, the first reserved storage number 3, the first reserved storage number 4, and so on may be used. Even in this case, when the first reserved storage number or the second reserved storage number is large (for example, 3 or more), the variation pattern type including the variation pattern having a short variation time may be easily selected. .. Further, even in such a case, a common determination value may be assigned to a variation pattern type including a variation pattern accompanied by super reach as a specific variable display pattern.

In addition, the "specific production mode" is a fluctuation pattern type and fluctuation pattern in which at least the degree of expectation for a big hit is set high, such as a fluctuation pattern accompanied by super reach, and the player can have a feeling of expectation for the big hit. Is. Further, the "expectation degree (reliability) for the big hit" indicates the appearance rate (probability) at which the big hit appears when the variable display (for example, the variable display accompanied by the super reach) is executed according to the specific production mode. ing. For example, the jackpot expectation when a variable display with super reach is executed is determined as (the rate at which super reach is executed when it is determined to be a jackpot) / (when it is determined to be a jackpot and when it is lost). It is calculated by calculating the rate at which super reach is executed in both cases.

In each of the variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135B for deviation, the numerical values (determination values) to be compared with the values of the random numbers (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type are non-reach CA2-1 to non-reach CA2-. 3. Judgment values corresponding to any of the fluctuation pattern types of normal CA2-4 to normal CA2-6 and super CA2-7 are set.

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

Further, as shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B, in this embodiment, when the game is out of order and the game state is the normal state, the value of the random number (random 2) for determining the variation pattern type is used. If is 1 to 79, it can be seen that, regardless of the total number of reserved storages, at least the fluctuation display of the normal fluctuation without reach (without the effect such as pseudo-ream or slip effect) is executed. With such a table configuration, in this embodiment, the determination table (variable pattern type determination table 135A, 135B for loss) is at least one of the variable display patterns other than the variable display pattern for reach (variable pattern with reach). Regardless of the number of rights (first reserved storage number, second reserved storage number, total reserved storage number) stored by the reserved storage means (first reserved storage buffer or second reserved storage buffer) for a part. It is configured so that a common determination value (1 to 79 in the example shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B) is assigned. In addition, as shown in this embodiment, the "variable display pattern other than the variable display pattern for reach" means that, for example, the variable display result is not accompanied by a reach, and is not accompanied by an effect such as a pseudo-ream or a slip effect. It is a variable display pattern (variable pattern) used when it does not become a big hit.

In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 9, a case where a common jackpot variation pattern type determination table is used regardless of the current gaming state is shown, but is the current gaming state a probable change state? Depending on whether it is in the normal state, a variable pattern type determination table for big hits prepared separately may be used. Further, in this embodiment, when the total number of reserved storages is 3 or more, the variation pattern of shortening variation is determined by selecting the variation pattern type determination table for shortening shown in FIG. 10B. Although the case is shown in which there are cases, the total number of reserved storages (the first reserved storage number or the second reserved storage number) when the fluctuation pattern of the shortened fluctuation can be selected according to the current gaming state may be used. ) May be different. For example, when the gaming state is the normal state, when the total reserved storage number is 3 (or, for example, when the 1st reserved storage number or the 2nd reserved storage number is 2), the shortening is performed. The variation pattern type judgment table for loss is selected so that the variation pattern of shortened variation may be determined. Even in the case of (or, for example, even if the first reserved storage number or the second reserved storage number is 0 or 1 which is smaller), the variation pattern of the shortened variation is selected by selecting the variation pattern type determination table for shortening. It may be decided.

11 (A) and 11 (B) are explanatory views showing the hit variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B stored in the ROM 54. The hit variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B determine the variation pattern according to the determination result of the jackpot type and the variation pattern type when it is determined that the variable display result is "big hit" or "small hit". It is a table referred to for determining one of a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns based on a random number (random number 3) for. The fluctuation pattern determination tables 137A to 137B for each are selected as the tables to be used according to the determination result of the fluctuation pattern type. That is, the hit variation pattern determination table 137A is selected as the table to be used according to the determination result that the variation pattern type is one of normal CA3-1 to normal CA3-2 and super CA3-3, and the variation pattern type is special. The hit variation pattern determination table 137B is selected as the table to be used according to the determination result of either CA4-1 or special CA4-2. Each hit variation pattern determination table 137A to 137B is a numerical value (judgment value) to be compared with the value of the random number (random 3) for the variation pattern determination according to the variation pattern type, and the variable display result of the effect symbol is Includes data (judgment value) corresponding to any of a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns corresponding to the case of "big hit".

In the example shown in FIG. 11A, the fluctuation pattern types are the normal CA3-1 which is a fluctuation pattern type including the fluctuation pattern with only the normal reach, and the fluctuation pattern type including the fluctuation pattern with the normal reach and the pseudo-ream. A case is shown in which a certain normal CA3-2 is classified into a fluctuation pattern type including a fluctuation pattern accompanied by a super reach, and a super CA3-3. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 11B, the variation pattern types include the special CA4-1 which is a variation pattern type including a non-reach variation pattern and the special CA4-1 which is a variation pattern type including a variation pattern accompanied by reach. The case where it is classified into 2 and 2 is shown. In addition, in FIG. 11B, the variation pattern type may be divided according to the presence or absence of an effect such as a pseudo-ream or a slip effect, instead of dividing the variation pattern type according to the presence or absence of reach. In this case, for example, the special CA4-1 includes the special PG1-1 and the special PG2-1 which are fluctuation patterns without the pseudo-ream or the slip effect, and the special CA4-2 is accompanied by the pseudo-ream or the slip effect. It may be configured to include special PG1-2, special PG1-3 and special PG2-2.

FIG. 12 is an explanatory diagram showing the deviation variation pattern determination table 138A stored in the ROM 54. The deviation variation pattern determination table 138A is based on a random number (random 3) for determining the variation pattern according to the determination result of the variation pattern type when the determination to make the variable display result "out of order" is made. A table referenced to determine the variation pattern to one of several types. The out-of-order variation pattern determination table 138A is selected as the table to be used according to the determination result of the variation pattern type.

13 and 14 are explanatory views showing an example of the contents of the effect control command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560. In the example shown in FIGS. 13 and 14, the command 80XX (H) is an effect control command (variation pattern command) that specifies a variation pattern of the effect symbol that is variably displayed on the effect display device 9 in response to the variable display of the special symbol. ) (Each corresponds to the fluctuation pattern XX). That is, when each of the usable variation patterns shown in FIG. 6 is given a unique number, there is a variation pattern command corresponding to each of the variation patterns specified by the number. In addition, "(H)" indicates that it is a hexadecimal number. The effect control command for specifying the fluctuation pattern is also a command for designating the fluctuation start. Therefore, when the effect control microcomputer 100 receives the command 80XX (H), the effect display device 9 controls to start the variable display of the effect symbol.

The commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H) are effect control commands indicating whether or not to make a big hit, whether or not to make a small hit, and the type of the big hit. Since the effect control microcomputer 100 determines the display result of the effect symbol in response to the reception of the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H), the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H) are referred to as display result designation commands.

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

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

The command 9000 (H) is an effect control command (initialization designation command: power-on designation command) transmitted when the power supply to the gaming machine is started. The command 9200 (H) is an effect control command (power failure recovery designation command) transmitted when the power supply to the gaming machine is resumed. When the power supply to the gaming machine is started, the game control microcomputer 560 sends a power failure recovery designation command if the data is stored in the backup RAM, and if not, the initialization designation. Send the command.

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

The commands A001 to A003 (H) are effect control commands (big hit start designation command: fanfare designation command) for displaying the fanfare screen, that is, designating the start of the jackpot game. In this embodiment, a jackpot start 1 designation command, a jackpot start 2 designation command, or a small hit / sudden probability change jackpot start designation command is used depending on the type of jackpot. Specifically, in the case of "normal jackpot", the jackpot start 1 designation command (A001 (H)) is used, and in the case of "normal jackpot", the jackpot start 2 designation command (A002 (H)) is used. In the case of "sudden probability change big hit" or "small hit", the small hit / sudden probability change big hit start designation command (A003 (H)) is used. The game control microcomputer 560 may be configured to send a fanfare designation command for suddenly probable change big hit start designation when it is a sudden big hit, but not to send a fanfare designation command when it is a small hit. good.

The command A1XX (H) is an effect control command (command for designating the opening of the large winning opening) indicating the display during the opening of the large winning opening for the number of times (round) indicated by XX. Since the value for designating the round is set in the EXT data and transmitted for the large winning opening open designation command, a different large winning opening opening designation command is transmitted for each round. For example, when executing the first round during the big hit game, a command (A101 (H)) for designating the round 1 is transmitted, and when the tenth round during the big hit game is executed. Is transmitted a command (A10A (H)) for designating the round 10 while the large winning opening is open. A2XX (H) is an effect control command (a command designated after opening the large winning opening) indicating the closing of the large winning opening for the number of times (round) indicated by XX. Since the value for designating the round is set in the EXT data and transmitted for the designated command after opening the large winning opening, a different designated command after opening the large winning opening is transmitted for each round. For example, when the first round during the big hit game is ended, a designated command (A201 (H)) is transmitted after the big winning opening is opened to specify the round 1, and when the tenth round during the big hit game is finished. Is transmitted a designated command (A30A (H)) after opening the large winning opening that designates round 10.

The command A301 (H) is an effect control command (big hit end 1 designation command: ending 1 designation command) for displaying the jackpot end screen, that is, designating the end of the jackpot game. The jackpot end 1 designation command (A301 (H)) is used when the jackpot game by "normal jackpot" is terminated. The command A302 (H) is an effect control command (big hit end 2 designation command: ending 2 designation command) for displaying the jackpot end screen, that is, designating the end of the jackpot game. The jackpot end 2 designation command (A302 (H)) is used when the jackpot game by "probability variation jackpot" is terminated. The command A303 (H) is an effect control command (small hit / sudden probability change big hit end designation command: ending 3 designation command) for designating the end of the small hit game or the end of the sudden probability change big hit game. The game control microcomputer 560 is configured to send an ending specification command for suddenly probable big hit end designation when it is a sudden probability change big hit, but not to send an ending designation command when it is a small hit. May be good.

The command A401 (H) is an effect control command (a big prize opening winning designation command) for designating that the game ball has won a prize in the big winning opening controlled in the open state during the big hit game state.

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

The command C000 (H) is an effect control command (first hold storage number addition designation command) for designating that the first hold storage number has been increased by 1. The command C100 (H) is an effect control command (second hold storage number addition designation command) for designating that the second hold storage number has been increased by 1. The command C200 (H) is an effect control command (first hold storage number subtraction designation command) for designating that the first hold storage number has been decremented by 1. The command C300 (H) is an effect control command (second hold storage number subtraction designation command) for designating that the second hold storage number has been decremented by 1.

In this embodiment, as the reserved storage information, the effect control command (first reserved storage number addition designation) indicating that the reserved storage number has increased or decreased for the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number, respectively. The case where the command and the second hold storage number addition designation command) is transmitted is shown, but the form of the hold storage information is not limited to that shown in this embodiment, and for example, the hold storage in the following mode is shown. Information may be sent.

(1) As the reserved storage information, only one command is transmitted, and in that one command, which of the first reserved storage and the second reserved storage is increased is specified, and the increased number of reserved storages is specified. (1st hold storage number or 2nd hold storage number) may be set as EXT data and transmitted.

(2) As the reserved storage information, only one command is transmitted, and in that one command, which of the first reserved storage and the second reserved storage is increased is specified, and the total number of reserved storages is EXT data. It may be set as and sent.

(3) As the reserved storage information, it is specified which of the first starting winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 has started winning (whether the first reserved storage or the second reserved storage has increased). In addition to sending the effect control command (first start winning prize designation command, second start winning designation command), a hold storage number specification command that specifies the number of hold storages is sent separately, and the hold storage number specification command is used. The total number of pending storages may be set as EXT data and transmitted.

(4) As the reserved storage information, it is specified which of the first starting winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 has started winning (whether the first reserved storage or the second reserved storage has increased). In addition to sending the effect control command (1st start winning prize designation command, 2nd start winning designation command), a hold storage number designation command for specifying the hold storage number is sent separately, and the hold storage number designation command is used. The increased number of reserved storages (first reserved storage number or second reserved storage number) may be set as EXT data and transmitted.

The command C4XX (H) and the command C6XX (H) are effect control commands (winning determination result designation commands) indicating the contents of the winning determination result. Of these, the command C4XX (H) is an effect control command (symbol designation command) that indicates whether or not a big hit is made, whether or not a small hit is made, and the judgment result of the type of big hit among the judgment results at the time of winning. be. Further, the command C6XX (H) is an effect control command indicating a determination result (judgment result of the variation pattern type) of which determination value the value of the random number for determination of the variation pattern type falls within the range of the determination value at the time of winning. (Variable category command).

In this embodiment, in the winning effect processing (see FIG. 24) described later, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not a big hit is made, whether or not a small hit is obtained, and the type of big hit at the time of starting winning. , It is determined which judgment value range the value of the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern type falls within. Then, a value for designating a big hit or a small hit or a value for designating the type of the big hit is set in the EXT data of the symbol designation command, and control is performed to transmit to the effect control microcomputer 100. In addition, a value that specifies a range of determination values as a determination result is set in the EXT data of the variable category command, and control is performed to transmit the effect to the effect control microcomputer 100. In this embodiment, the effect control microcomputer 100 can recognize whether or not the display result is a big hit or a small hit based on the value set in the symbol designation command, and can recognize the type of the big hit. Based on the variation category command, the variation pattern type can be recognized when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type becomes a predetermined determination value.

FIG. 15 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the symbol designation command. As shown in FIG. 15, in this embodiment, EXT data is set and a symbol designation command is transmitted according to whether or not a big hit or a small hit occurs and the type of the big hit.

For example, in the winning effect processing described later, when it is determined that the result is "missing", the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (symbol 1 designation command) in which "00 (H)" is set in the EXT data. Further, for example, when it is determined that the result is "normal big hit", the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (symbol 2 designation command) in which "01 (H)" is set in the EXT data. Further, for example, when it is determined that the "probability variation jackpot" is obtained, the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (symbol 3 designation command) in which "02 (H)" is set in the EXT data. Further, for example, when it is determined that the "sudden probability change jackpot" is obtained, the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (symbol 4 designation command) in which "03 (H)" is set in the EXT data. Further, for example, when it is determined that the result is a "small hit", the CPU 56 transmits a symbol designation command (symbol 5 designation command) in which "04 (H)" is set in the EXT data. The EXT data set in the symbol designation command and the EXT data set in the display result designation command may be shared. With such a configuration, it is possible to standardize the data to be read when setting the symbol specification command and when setting the display result specification command.

16 and 17 are explanatory views showing an example of the contents of the variable category command. As shown in FIGS. 16 and 17, in this embodiment, which game state is used, which display result is the display result of the special symbol or the effect symbol, and the random number for determining the variable pattern type at the time of starting winning. A value is set in the EXT data according to whether it is determined that the value of is in the range of any determination value, and the variable category command is transmitted.

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

The thresholds 79, 89, 99, 169, 199, 214 and 229 used to determine which of the above fluctuation categories belong to are specifically shown in FIGS. 10A and 10B. It is derived by picking up the values that can be the boundaries of the range of judgment values assigned to each fluctuation pattern type in the deviation pattern type judgment table. This also applies to the subsequent variation categories 9 to 10 and 21 to 29, and is assigned to each variation pattern type in the variation pattern type determination table shown in FIGS. 9 (A) to 9 (D) and FIG. 10 (C). The threshold value used for the category determination is derived by picking up the values that can be the boundaries of the range of the determined determination values.

Further, for example, when it is determined that the gaming state is in a probable change state, a time saving state, and an outlier at the time of starting winning, in step S232 of the winning effect processing described later, the CPU 56 first sets the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type to 1. It is determined whether or not it becomes ~ 219. When the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 219 (that is, when the variation pattern type is non-reach CA2-3), the CPU 56 sets "08 (H)" in the EXT data. Send a category 9 command. Next, the CPU 56 sets "09 (H)" in the EXT data when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 220 to 251 (that is, when the variation pattern type is Super CA2-7). Send a variable category 10 command.

Even when the gaming state is a probability change state or a time saving state, the fluctuation pattern type of Super CA2-7 may be assigned to the range of the determination values 230 to 251. By doing so, it is possible to assign a common determination value to the fluctuation pattern type of the super CA2-7 regardless of the gaming state. Therefore, when the process of step S232 of the process of the winning effect, which will be described later, is executed, if it is out of the question, a common determination process may be performed regardless of the gaming state, and the program capacity can be further reduced. Further, in this case, it is possible to eliminate the need for the game state determination process in step S226.

Further, for example, when it is determined that a "normal big hit" is obtained at the time of starting winning, in step S232 of the winning effect processing described later, the CPU 56 first determines whether or not the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 74. Is determined. When the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 74 (that is, when the variation pattern type is normal CA3-1), the CPU 56 sets "10 (H)" in the EXT data as the variation category. 21 Send a command. Next, the CPU 56 sets "11 (H)" in the EXT data when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 75 to 149 (that is, when the variation pattern type is normal CA3-2). The variable category 22 command is sent. Next, the CPU 56 sets "12 (H)" in the EXT data when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 150 to 251 (that is, when the variation pattern type is Super CA3-3). The variable category 23 command is sent.

Further, for example, when it is determined that a "probability variation jackpot" is obtained at the time of starting winning, in step S232 of the winning effect processing described later, the CPU 56 first determines whether or not the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 38. Is determined. When the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 38 (that is, when the variation pattern type is normal CA3-1), the CPU 56 sets "13 (H)" in the EXT data as the variation category. 24 Send a command. Next, the CPU 56 sets "14 (H)" in the EXT data when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 39 to 79 (that is, when the variation pattern type is normal CA3-2). Send a variable category 25 command. Next, the CPU 56 sets "15 (H)" in the EXT data when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 80 to 251 (that is, when the variation pattern type is Super CA3-3). The variable category 26 command is sent.

Further, for example, when it is determined that a sudden probability change big hit is obtained at the time of starting winning, in step S232 of the winning effect processing described later, the CPU 56 first determines whether or not the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 100. To judge. When the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 1 to 100 (that is, when the variation pattern type of the special CA4-1 is used), the CPU 56 sets "16 (H)" in the EXT data as the variation category. 27 Send a command. Next, the CPU 56 sets "17 (H)" in the EXT data when the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is 101 to 251 (that is, when it becomes the variation pattern type of the special CA4-2). 28 Send a command.

Further, for example, when it is determined that a small hit is obtained at the time of starting winning, the CPU 56 transmits a variable category 29 command in which "18 (H)" is set in the EXT data.

In addition, since the total number of pending storages is not always the same when the winning judgment is made at the start winning and when the variable display is actually started, the fluctuation indicated by the winning judgment result specification command is used. It may happen that the pattern type does not match the variation pattern type actually used in the variation display. However, in this embodiment, at least for the fluctuation pattern types of non-reach CA2-1, super CA2-7, and super CA3-3, a common determination value is assigned regardless of the total number of reserved storages. (See FIGS. 9 and 10), there is no inconsistency between the winning determination result and the variation pattern type of the variation display actually executed. Therefore, in this embodiment, the look-ahead notice effect described later is executed for the variation display determined at the time of winning when the variation pattern type of Super CA2-7 or Super CA3-3 is obtained. It should be noted that the variation category commands shown in FIGS. 16 and 17 (specifically, the variation category 1 command, are specified only when it is determined that the variation pattern types are non-reach CA2-1, super CA2-7, and super CA3-3. The variable category 8 command, the variable category 23 command, and the variable category 26 command only) may be transmitted, and the variable category command may not be transmitted in the case of a winning determination result of other variation pattern types. Further, when it is determined at the time of winning that the command is other than non-reach CA2-1, super CA2-7 and super CA3-3, a variation category command indicating that the variation pattern type cannot be specified may be transmitted. good.

In this embodiment, when the start winning prize to the first starting winning opening 13 occurs in the time saving state (high base state), or when the starting winning prize to the first starting winning opening 13 occurs during the big hit game, the starting winning prize is given to the first starting winning opening 13. Except when it occurs (see steps S1215A and S1216A), the process of determining the winning time is executed every time the starting winning is generated, the symbol designation command shown in FIG. 15 is transmitted, and the variation shown in FIGS. 16 and 17 is transmitted. A category command is sent. Then, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes the look-ahead advance notice effect based on the received symbol designation command and variable category command.

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

For example, the game control microcomputer 560 designates a variation pattern of the effect symbol each time there is a start prize and the variable display of the special symbol is started on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b. The fluctuation pattern command and the display result designation command are transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100.

In this embodiment, the effect control command has a 2-byte configuration, the first byte represents MODE (command classification), and the second byte represents EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always set to "1", and the first bit (bit 7) of the EXT data is always set to "0". It should be noted that such a command form is an example, and other command forms may be used. For example, a control command composed of 1 byte or 3 bytes or more may be used.

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

In the examples shown in FIGS. 13 and 14, the variation pattern command and the display result designation command are the variable display (variation) of the effect symbol corresponding to the variation of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the second special. An image display that can be used in common with the variable display (variation) of the effect symbol corresponding to the variation of the second special symbol on the symbol display 8b, and that produces an effect along with the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. When controlling the effect component such as the device 9, it is possible not to increase the types of commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100.

18 to 20 are flowcharts showing an example of a program of special symbol process processing (step S26) executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, CPU 56) mounted on the main board 31. As described above, in the special symbol process process, a process for controlling the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the large winning opening is executed.

In the special symbol process process, the CPU 56 is the first interrupt count indicating the number of times the timer interrupt process is executed after the last time the symbol designation command and the variable category command based on the game ball winning the first start winning opening 13 are transmitted. P is added by 1 (step S1801). Then, whether or not the CPU 56 is set with the first command waiting flag indicating that the CPU 56 is waiting for the transmission of the symbol designation command and the variable category command based on the winning of the game ball in the first starting winning opening 13 last time. (Step S1802), and if it is not set, the process proceeds to step S1807.

When the first command wait flag is set, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the first interrupt count P is "2" or more (step S1803), and if it is less than "2", the process proceeds to step S1807. do. When it is "2" or more (that is, the number of executions of the timer interrupt process after the last transmission of the symbol designation command and the variable category command based on the game ball winning in the first start winning opening 13 is twice. (Case), the CPU 56 outputs a symbol designation command and a variable category command based on the winning determination result (see FIG. 21) stored based on the winning of the game ball in the first starting winning opening 13 last time. It is transmitted to the microcomputer 100 (step S1804). After that, the CPU 56 transmits the first hold storage number addition designation command (step S1805), and resets the first command standby flag (step S1806).

Next, the CPU 56 sets the second interrupt number R, which indicates the number of times the timer interrupt process is executed after the last transmission of the symbol designation command and the variable category command based on the game ball winning in the second start winning opening 14, to 1. Add (step S1807). Then, whether or not the CPU 56 is set with the second command waiting flag indicating that the second start winning opening 14 is waiting for the transmission of the symbol designation command and the variable category command based on the winning of the game ball. Is determined (step S1808), and if it is not set, the process proceeds to step S311.

When the second command wait flag is set, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the second interrupt count R is "2" (step S1809), and if it is not "2", the process proceeds to step S311. When it is "2" (that is, when the number of executions of the timer interrupt process after the last transmission of the symbol designation command and the variable category command based on the game ball winning in the second start winning opening 14 is twice. ), The CPU 56 issues a symbol designation command and a variable category command based on the winning determination result (see FIG. 22) stored based on the winning of the game ball in the second starting winning opening 14 last time. It is transmitted to the computer 100 (step S1810). After that, the CPU 56 transmits a second hold storage number addition designation command (step S1811), and resets the second command standby flag (step S1812).

In step S311, the CPU 56 determines that the first start opening switch 13a for detecting that the game ball has won the first start winning opening 13 is turned off, that is, the start winning to the first start winning opening 13 is If it has not occurred, the first previous off flag indicating that the first start port switch 13a was off at the time of executing the previous timer interrupt process is set (step S311A).

Further, if the first start opening switch 13a for detecting that the game ball has won a prize in the first start winning opening 13 is turned on, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the first previous off flag is set ( Step S311B), if not set, the process proceeds to step S313.

When the first off flag is set in step S311B, the CPU 56 waits for a predetermined wait time (for example, 0.5 ms) to elapse (step S311C), and then the first start port switch 13a is set again. It is determined whether or not it is turned on (step S311D), and if the first start port switch 13a is not turned on, the process proceeds to step S313. As described above, in the present embodiment, it is confirmed twice whether or not the first start port switch 13a is turned on in one timer interrupt process, and the first start port switch 13a is turned on once. However, in the second time, when it is determined that the first start port switch 13a is off, step S312 (first start port switch passage process) is not executed. As a result, it is possible to improve the system for detecting that the game ball has passed through the first starting winning opening 13.

In step S311D, if the first start port switch 13a is turned on, that is, if the start winning to the first start winning port 13 has occurred, the first previous off flag is reset (step S311E), and the first starting port is set. The switch passage process is executed (step S312). As described above, in the present embodiment, the first start port switch 13a is off when the previous timer interrupt process is executed, and the first start port switch 13a is on when the current timer interrupt process is executed. It was decided that the first start port switch passage process (step S312) could be executed only. Therefore, in order to execute the first start port switch passing process twice, the first start port switch 13a is off when the previous timer interrupt process is executed, and the first start is performed when the current timer interrupt process is executed. It is necessary to detect twice that the mouth switch 13a is on. That is, the interval for passing the first start port switch is at least 8 ms (twice the execution cycle of the timer interrupt process, 4 ms) or more.

Further, if the second start opening switch 14a for detecting that the game ball has won the second start winning opening 14 is turned off, that is, the start winning to the second start winning opening 14 occurs. If not, the second previous off flag indicating that the second start port switch 14a was off at the time of executing the previous timer interrupt process is set (step S313A).

Further, if the second start opening switch 14a for detecting that the game ball has won a prize in the second start winning opening 14 is turned on, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the second previous off flag is set ( Step S313B), if not set, any of steps S300 to S310 is performed.

When the second previous off flag is set in step S313B, the CPU 56 waits for a predetermined wait time (for example, 0.5 ms) to elapse (step S313C), and then the second start port switch 14a is set again. It is determined whether or not it is turned on (step S313D), and if the second start port switch 14a is not turned on, one of steps S300 to S310 is performed. As described above, in the present embodiment, it is confirmed twice whether or not the second start port switch 14a is turned on in one timer interrupt process, and the second start port switch 14a is turned on once. However, in the second time, when it is determined that the second start port switch 14a is off, step S314 (second start port switch passing process) is not executed. As a result, it is possible to improve the system for detecting that the game ball has passed through the second starting winning opening 14.

In step S313D, if the second start port switch 14a is turned on, that is, if the start winning to the second start winning opening 14 has occurred, the second previous off flag is reset (step S313E), and the second starting opening switch is switched. The passage process is executed (step S314). As described above, in the present embodiment, the second start port switch 14a is off when the previous timer interrupt process is executed, and the second start port switch 14a is on when the current timer interrupt process is executed. It was decided that the second start port switch passage process (step S314) could be executed only in the above. Therefore, in order to execute the second start port switch passing process twice, the second start port switch 14a is off when the previous timer interrupt process is executed, and the second start is performed when the current timer interrupt process is executed. It is necessary to detect twice that the mouth switch 14a is on. That is, the interval for passing the first start port switch is at least 8 ms (twice the execution cycle of the timer interrupt process, 4 ms) or more. Then, one of the processes of steps S300 to S310 is performed. If the first start winning opening switch 13a or the second starting opening switch 14a is not turned on, any of steps S300 to S310 is performed according to the internal state.

The processes of steps S300 to S310 are as follows.

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

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

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

Processing during special symbol change (step S303): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 3. When the variation time of the variation pattern selected in the variation pattern setting process elapses (the variation time timer set in step S301 times out, that is, the value of the variation time timer becomes 0), the symbol is confirmed on the effect control microcomputer 100. Controls the transmission of the specified command, and updates the internal state (special symbol process flag) to the value corresponding to step S304 (4 in this example). The effect control microcomputer 100 controls the effect display device 9 to stop the fourth symbol when the symbol confirmation designation command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560 is received.

Special symbol stop processing (step S304): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. When the jackpot flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to the value corresponding to step S305 (5 in this example). If the small hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to the value corresponding to step S308 (8 in this example). If neither the big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to the value corresponding to step S300 (0 in this example). In this embodiment, based on the fact that the value of the special symbol process flag is 4, as will be described later, the special symbol display control for stopping and displaying the stopped symbol of the special symbol in the special symbol display control process. The data is set in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data (see FIG. 34), and the stop symbol of the special symbol is actually stopped and displayed according to the setting content of the output buffer in the display control process of step S22.

Pre-processing for opening the large winning opening (step S305): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 5. In the pre-processing for opening the large winning opening, control is performed to open the large winning opening. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the large winning opening) is initialized, and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the large winning opening. In addition, control is performed to send a command indicating that the large winning opening is open to the effect control microcomputer 100, the execution time of the processing during opening of the large winning opening is set by a timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set in step S306. Update to the value corresponding to (6 in this example). The large winning opening pre-opening process is executed for each round, but when the first round is started, the large winning opening pre-opening process is also a process for starting a big hit game. Further, since the value for designating the round is set in the EXT data and transmitted for the large winning opening open designation command, a different large winning opening opening designation command is transmitted for each round. For example, when executing the first round during the big hit game, a command (A101 (H)) for designating the round 1 is transmitted, and when the tenth round during the big hit game is executed. Is transmitted a command (A10A (H)) for designating the round 10 while the large winning opening is open.

Processing during opening of the large winning opening (step S306): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 6. In the process of opening the large winning opening, processing for confirming the establishment of the closing condition of the large winning opening is performed. If the closing condition of the big winning opening is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to the value corresponding to step S305 (5 in this example). In addition, control is performed to send a designated command to the effect control microcomputer 100 after the jackpot is opened, and when all rounds are completed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set to the value corresponding to step S307 (this). In the example, update to 7).

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

Small hit release preprocessing (step S308): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 8. In the small hit opening pre-processing, control is performed to open the large winning opening. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the large winning opening) is initialized, and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the large winning opening. Further, the execution time of the processing during the opening of the large winning opening is set by the timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to the value corresponding to step S309 (9 in this example). The small hit opening pre-processing is executed every time the large winning opening is opened during the small hit game, but when the first opening during the small hit game is started, the small hit opening pre-processing is performed by the small hit game. It is also the process to start.

Small hit opening process (step S309): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 9. Performs processing to confirm the establishment of the closing conditions for the big prize opening. If the closing condition of the big winning opening is satisfied and the number of times the big winning opening is opened still remains, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set to the value corresponding to step S308 (8 in this example). Update. When all the releases are completed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to the value corresponding to step S310 (10 in this example).

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

21 and 22 are flowcharts showing the start port switch passing process of steps S312 and S314. Of these, FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing the process of passing the first start port switch in step S312. Further, FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing the process of passing the second start port switch in step S314.

First, the process of passing the first start port switch will be described with reference to FIG. In the first start port switch passing process executed when the first start port switch 13a is in the ON state, the CPU 56 first determines whether or not the first reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, the first (Whether or not the value of the first reserved storage number counter for counting the 1-held storage number is 4) is confirmed (step S1211A). If the first reserved storage number has reached the upper limit, the process is terminated as it is.

If the first reserved storage number has not reached the upper limit, the CPU 56 increases the value of the first reserved storage number counter by 1 (step S1212A), and at the same time, the value of the total reserved storage number counter for counting the total reserved storage number. Is increased by 1 (step S1213A). Next, the CPU 56 executes a process of extracting values from the random number circuit 53 and the counter for generating software random numbers, and storing them in the storage area in the first hold storage buffer (see FIG. 23B) (see FIG. 23B). Step S1214A). In the process of step S1214A, a random R (random number for determining a big hit) which is a hardware random number, a random number for determining a big hit type (random 1) which is a software random number, a random number for determining a variation pattern type (random 2), and a variation pattern. The judgment random number (random number 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. It should be noted that the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern (random 3) is not extracted in the first start port switch passing process (at the time of starting winning) and stored in advance in the storage area, but is extracted at the start of fluctuation of the first special symbol. You may do so. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 may directly extract a value from a variation pattern determination random number counter for generating a variation pattern determination random number (random 3) in the variation pattern setting process described later.

FIG. 23 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of an area (holding storage buffer) for storing random numbers and the like corresponding to the holding storage. As shown in FIG. 23, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit of the number of first reserved storages (4 in this example) is secured in the first reserved storage buffer. Further, in the second reserved storage buffer, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value of the second reserved storage number (4 in this example) is secured. In this embodiment, the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer include a random R (random number for jackpot determination) which is a hardware random number, a random number for jackpot type determination (random 1) which is a software random number, and a variation. A random number for pattern type determination (random 2) and a random number for determination of fluctuation pattern (random number 3) are stored. The first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer are formed in the RAM 55.

In this embodiment, a case is shown in which a random value such as a big hit determination random number is stored in the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer as hold storage, but the predetermined information to be stored as hold storage is Not limited to random values. For example, it may be determined in advance whether or not to make a big hit or a small hit based on a random number for determining a big hit, and the determination result may be stored in the first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer as reserved storage. ..

Next, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the time saving flag indicating that the gaming state is the time saving state (high base state) is set (step S1215A). If it is set, the process proceeds to step S1220A as it is. If the time saving flag is not set, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 5 or more (step S1216A). If the value of the special symbol process flag is 5 or more (that is, if it is in the big hit game state or the small hit game state), the CPU 56 proceeds to step S1220A as it is.

If the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 5, the prize-winning effect process is executed in which the fluctuation display result and the fluctuation pattern type when the fluctuation based on the detected start prize is subsequently executed are determined in advance at the start prize (step). S1217A). Then, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the first interrupt count P is "2" or more (step S2101), and if it is "2" or more (that is, the game ball wins in the first start winning opening 13). When the number of executions of the timer interrupt process after the previous transmission of the symbol specification command and the variable category command based on the command is 2 or more), the symbol specification command is issued to the effect control micro based on the judgment result of the effect process at the time of winning. Along with controlling transmission to the computer 100 (step S1218A), control is performed to transmit a variable category command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1219A). Further, the CPU 56 sets the number of first interrupts P to "0" (step S2104), and controls the transmission of the first hold storage number addition designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1220A).

In step S2101, when the number of first interrupts P is less than "2", the CPU 56 stores the determination result of the winning effect processing (step S2102) and sets the first command standby flag (step S2103). As described above, when the number of first interrupts P is less than "2", the symbol designation command and variation based on the fact that the game ball has won the first start winning opening 13 by not executing steps S1218A to 1220A. If the number of executions of the timer interrupt process after the last transmission of the category command is less than 2, the symbol specification command, variable category command, and even when the winning of the game ball to the first start winning opening 13 is detected. The first hold storage number addition designation command is not transmitted (specifically, the timer interrupt processing after the last transmission of the symbol designation command and the variable category command based on the game ball winning in the first start winning opening 13). It is configured to wait until the number of executions reaches 2 and then transmit).

By executing the processes of steps S1218A and S1219A, in this embodiment, the CPU 56 starts and wins the first start winning opening 13, and each time the process of step S1217A is executed, the first start is started. When the number of executions of the timer interrupt process after the previous transmission of the symbol specification command and the variable category command based on the winning of the game ball to the winning opening 13 is two or more times, both the symbol specification command and the variable category command are executed. It is transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100.

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

However, if the winning effect processing of step S1217A is not executed due to the determination of Y in step S1215A or step S1216A, the CPU 56 controls to transmit only the first reserved storage number addition designation command in step S1220A. Is performed, and the control to send the winning judgment result specification command (design specification command, variable category command) is not performed. It should be noted that when the winning effect processing in step S1217A is not executed, the winning determination result is specified by setting a value (for example, "FF (H)") indicating that the winning determination result cannot be specified as EXT data. You may send a command (design specification command, variable category command).

Further, in this embodiment, when the process of step S1215A is executed and there is a start winning to the first starting winning opening 13, only when the gaming state is a low base state, step S1217A The production process at the time of winning is executed. Further, in this embodiment, when the process of step S1216A is executed and there is a start winning to the first starting winning opening 13, step S1217A is performed only when the game is not in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. The production process at the time of winning is executed. It should be noted that the transition to step S1217A may be prevented only when the game is in the big hit game state, and the process may be shifted to step S1217A and the effect processing at the time of winning may be executed when the game is in the small hit game state.

Further, in this embodiment, the big hit gaming state (specific gaming state) is controlled so that the big winning opening is opened for a predetermined number of rounds (for example, 15 rounds) after being notified that the big hit is started. We are in a state until it is notified that the opening of the big winning opening in the final round is finished and the big hit is finished. Specifically, it is a state in which the processes from the big winning opening pre-opening process (see step S305) to the big hit end process (see step S307) in the special symbol process process are being executed.

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

If the second reserved storage number has not reached the upper limit, the CPU 56 increases the value of the second reserved storage number counter by 1 (step S1212B), and at the same time, the value of the total reserved storage number counter for counting the total reserved storage number. Is increased by 1 (step S1213B). Next, the CPU 56 executes a process of extracting values from the random number circuit 53 and the counter for generating software random numbers, and storing them in the storage area in the second hold storage buffer (see FIG. 23B) (see FIG. 23B). Step S1214B). In the process of step S1214B, a random R (random number for determining a big hit) which is a hardware random number, a random number for determining a big hit type (random 1) which is a software random number, a random number for determining a variation pattern type (random 2), and a variation pattern. The judgment random number (random number 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. It should be noted that the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern (random 3) is not extracted in the second start port switch passing process (at the time of starting winning) and stored in advance in the storage area, but is extracted at the start of the fluctuation of the second special symbol. You may do so. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 may directly extract a value from a variation pattern determination random number counter for generating a variation pattern determination random number (random 3) in the variation pattern setting process described later.

Next, the CPU 56 executes the winning effect processing (step S1217B). Then, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the second interrupt count R is "2" or more (step S2201), and if it is "2" or more (that is, the game ball wins in the second start winning opening 14). When the number of executions of the timer interrupt process after the previous transmission of the symbol specification command and the variable category command based on the command is 2 or more), the symbol specification command is issued to the effect control micro based on the judgment result of the effect process at the time of winning. Along with controlling transmission to the computer 100 (step S1218B), control is performed to transmit a variable category command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1219B). Further, the CPU 56 sets “0” in the second interrupt number R (step S2204), and controls the transmission of the second hold storage number addition designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1220B).

In step S2201, when the second interrupt number R is less than "2", the CPU 56 stores the determination result of the winning effect processing (step S2202) and sets the second command standby flag (step S2203). As described above, when the number of second interrupts R is less than "2", the symbol designation command and variation based on the fact that the game ball has won the second start winning opening 14 by not executing steps S1218B to 1220B. If the number of executions of the timer interrupt process after the last transmission of the category command is less than 2, the symbol designation command, variable category command, and even when the winning of the game ball to the second start winning opening 14 is detected. The second hold storage number addition designation command is not transmitted (specifically, the timer interrupt processing after the last transmission of the symbol designation command and the variable category command based on the game ball winning in the second start winning opening 14 is performed. It is configured to wait until the number of executions reaches 2 and then transmit).

By executing the processes of steps S1218B and S1219B, in this embodiment, the CPU 56 starts and wins the second start winning opening 14, and every time the process of step S1217B is executed, the second start is performed. When the number of executions of the timer interrupt process after the previous transmission of the symbol specification command and the variable category command based on the winning of the game ball to the winning opening 14 is two or more times, both the symbol specification command and the variable category command are executed. It is transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100.

Further, in this embodiment, when the processes of steps S1218B to S1220B are executed, the start winning to the second starting winning opening 14 is generated and the winning effect processing of step S1217B is executed, the symbol is designated. A set of three commands, a command, a variable category command, and a second hold storage number addition designation command, is collectively transmitted within one timer interrupt.

In the second start port switch passing process, the same process as in step S1215A may be performed, and if the time is shortened, the winning effect process in step S1217B may not be executed. That is, the winning effect processing in step S1217B may be executed only in the normal state (low base state), and the symbol designation command and the variable category command may be transmitted.

Further, in the second start port switch passing process, the same process as in step S1216A may be performed, and the winning effect process in step S1217B may not be executed if the big hit game is in progress. Further, in the process of passing the second start port switch, the winning effect processing in step S1217B may not be executed (that is, the winning determination process may not be executed for the second special symbol). ..

FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing the winning effect processing in steps S1217A and S1217B. In the winning effect processing, the CPU 56 first compares the big hit determination random number (random R) extracted in steps S1214A and S1214B with the normal big hit determination value shown in the left column of FIG. It is confirmed whether or not they match (step S220). In this embodiment, at the timing when the variation of the special symbol and the effect symbol is started, whether or not to make a big hit or a small hit in the special symbol normal processing described later, the big hit type is determined, and the variation pattern is determined in the variation pattern setting process. However, apart from that, at the timing when the game ball starts winning a prize at the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14, before the variable display based on the starting winning is started. By executing the effect processing at the time of winning, it is confirmed in advance whether or not a big hit or a small hit is made, and which judgment value range the value of the random number for determining the type of the big hit and the fluctuation pattern type is. By doing so, the variation display result and the variation pattern type are predicted in advance before the variation display of the effect symbol is executed, and as will be described later, the pre-reading notice effect is executed based on the judgment result at the time of winning. do.

If the big hit determination random number (random R) does not match the normal big hit determination value (N in step S220), the CPU 56 is set with a probability change flag indicating that the game state is a probability change state (high probability state). It is confirmed whether or not it is (step S221). If the probability change flag is set, the CPU 56 compares the big hit determination random number (random R) extracted in steps S1214A and S1214B with the big hit determination value at the time of probability change shown in the right column of FIG. 8 (A), and they are compared. Check whether or not they match (step S222). It should be noted that there is a possibility that a plurality of variable displays will be executed between the time when the start winning is confirmed in step S221 and the time when the variable display based on the start winning is actually started. There is. Therefore, the gaming state has changed between the time when the start winning is confirmed in step S221 and the time when the variation display based on the start winning is actually started (for example, the variation start). If a probabilistic jackpot or a sudden probabilistic jackpot occurs before, the normal state may change to the probabilistic state.) Therefore, the gaming state determined in step S221 at the start winning and the gaming state determined at the start of fluctuation (see step S61 described later) do not always match. In addition, in order to prevent such a discrepancy, the one with a change in the game state in the currently stored hold memory is specified, and the judgment at the start winning is made based on the changed game state. May be good.

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

If the big hit determination random number (random R) does not match the small hit determination value (N in step S223), the CPU 56 sets the EXT data "00 (H)" indicating that it is "missing" in the symbol designation command. (Step S224).

Next, the CPU 56 performs a process of determining the current gaming state (step S225). In this embodiment, in step S225, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the gaming state is in the probabilistic state and whether or not it is in the time saving state (specifically, whether or not the probabilistic change flag or the time saving flag is set). Is determined. It should be noted that a plurality of variables are displayed between the time when the start winning is confirmed in step S225 and whether or not the time is shortened and the time when the variable display based on the starting winning is actually started. Variable display may be performed. Therefore, the game state changes between the time when the start winning is confirmed in step S225 and whether or not the time is shortened and the time when the variation display based on the start winning is actually started. (For example, if a probabilistic jackpot or a sudden probabilistic jackpot occurs before the start of fluctuation, the normal state is changed to the probabilistic state). Therefore, the gaming state determined in step S225 at the start winning and the gaming state determined at the start of fluctuation (see step S61 described later) do not always match. In addition, in order to prevent such a discrepancy, the one with a change in the game state in the currently stored hold memory is specified, and the judgment at the start winning is made based on the changed game state. May be good.

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

For example, the CPU 56 sets a threshold value 219 when it is determined that the gaming state is a probable change state or a time saving state. In this case, in step S232 described later, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is the threshold value 219 or less, and when the threshold value is 219 or less (that is, 1 to 219). Determines to set "08 (H)" as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16). Further, when the threshold value is not 219 or less (that is, 220 to 251), it is determined that "09 (H)" is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 16).

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

In the example of the threshold value determination shown above, 79, 89, 99, 169, 199, 214 and 229 are determined in order from the smallest threshold value, so that the one determined by the threshold value in the later order is used. It will never fall below the threshold of the previous order. That is, after determining whether or not the threshold value is 79 or less, when determining whether or not the threshold value is 89 or less, the threshold value is not within the range of 1 to 79, which is equal to or less than the threshold value in the previous order, and is 80 to 89. It will be determined whether or not it is within the range of. Further, in this embodiment, the case where the threshold values are determined to be 79, 89, 99, 169, 199, 214 and 229 in ascending order is shown, but conversely, 229, 214, in order from the larger one. It may be determined as 199, 169, 99, 89 and 79. This also applies to the case where the determination using the other threshold values shown below is performed.

It should be noted that the threshold value in the normal state (low probability / low base state) may always be set without determining the gaming state in step S225. Even with such a configuration, at least the range of judgment values is shared with the fluctuation pattern type that is "out of super reach", so it is judged whether or not it is "out of super reach". be able to.

When the big hit determination random number (random R) matches the small hit determination value (Y in step S223), the CPU 56 uses the EXT data "04 (H)" indicating that the "small hit" is a symbol designation command. Performs the process of setting to (step S227).

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

When the jackpot determination random number (random R) matches the jackpot determination value in step S220 or step S222, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type based on the jackpot type determination random number (random 1) extracted in steps S1214A and S1214B. Is determined (step S229). In this case, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type as shown in FIG. 8 (D) when there is a start winning to the first starting winning opening 13 (when executing the winning effect processing in step S1217A). (For special symbol) 131a is used to determine whether the jackpot type is "normal jackpot", "probability variation jackpot", or "sudden probability variation jackpot". Further, when there is a start winning to the second starting winning opening 14 (when the effect processing at the time of winning in step S1217B is executed), the jackpot type determination table (for the second special symbol) shown in FIG. 8 (E). Using 131b, it is determined whether the jackpot type is "normal jackpot", "probability variation jackpot", or "sudden variation jackpot".

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

Then, the CPU 56 sets each threshold value for the jackpot according to the jackpot type determined in step S229 (step S231).

For example, the CPU 56 sets the thresholds 74 and 149 when it determines that it is a "normal jackpot". In this case, in step S232 described later, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is the threshold value 74 or less, and if the threshold value is 74 or less (that is, 1 to 74). Determines to set "10 (H)" as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17). Further, when the threshold value is 149 or less (that is, when it is 75 to 149), it is determined that "11 (H)" is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17). Further, when the threshold value is not 149 or less (that is, when it is 150 to 251), it is determined that "12 (H)" is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17).

Further, for example, the CPU 56 sets the threshold values 38 and 79 when it is determined to be a “probability variation jackpot”. In this case, in step S232 described later, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is the threshold value 38 or less, and if the threshold value is 38 or less (that is, 1 to 38). Determines to set "13 (H)" as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17). Further, when the threshold value is 79 or less (that is, when it is 39 to 79), it is determined that "14 (H)" is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17). Further, when the threshold value is not 79 or less (that is, when it is 80 to 251), it is determined that "15 (H)" is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17).

Further, for example, when the CPU 56 determines that "a sudden probability change big hit", the CPU 56 sets a threshold value 100. In this case, the CPU 56 determines in step S232, which will be described later, whether or not the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is the threshold value 100 or less, and when the threshold value is 100 or less (that is, when it is 1 to 100). Determines to set "16 (H)" as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17). Further, when the threshold value is not 100 or less (that is, when it is 101 to 251), it is determined that "17 (H)" is set as the EXT data of the variable category command (see FIG. 17).

Next, the CPU 56 uses the threshold value set in steps S226, S228, and S231 and the random number for determining the variation pattern type (random 2) extracted in steps S1214A and S1214B, and the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is any of them. It is determined whether or not it is within the range of the determination value (step S232).

In steps S226, S228, and S231, instead of setting a predetermined threshold value, a variation pattern type determination table (see FIGS. 9 and 10) is set, and the variation pattern type set in step S232 is set. The determination table may be used to determine the range of values of the random number for determining the variation pattern type and which variation pattern type is used.

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

In this embodiment, even if it is determined that a big hit or a small hit is obtained in the winning determination, the case where the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type is uniformly determined is shown. If it is determined that the hit is a big hit or a small hit, the range of the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type may not be determined. Then, a symbol designation command indicating that the winning is determined to be a big hit or a small hit may be transmitted, and a variable category command comprehensively indicating that the variable pattern type is a big hit or a small hit may be transmitted. .. Then, for example, the effect control microcomputer 100 is not shown to be a specific variation pattern type, but is comprehensively shown to be one of the jackpot variation pattern types. Based on the receipt of the category command, the look-ahead notice effect described later may be executed.

25 and 26 are flowcharts showing a special symbol normal process (step S300) in the special symbol process process. In the special symbol normal processing, the CPU 56 confirms the value of the total pending storage number (step S51). Specifically, the count value of the total pending storage counter is checked. If the total number of pending storages is 0, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not 30 seconds have passed since the last executed variation display was finished, if the customer waiting demo designation command has not been transmitted yet (step). S51A). Whether or not 30 seconds have passed since the last execution of the variation display is determined by, for example, setting a predetermined timer with a value corresponding to 30 seconds when Y is first determined in step S51. It can be determined by checking whether or not the timer has timed out. If 30 seconds have passed, the CPU 56 controls to send a customer waiting demo designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S51B), and ends the process. For example, when the customer waiting demo designation command is transmitted in step S51B, the CPU 56 sets the customer waiting demo designation command transmission flag indicating that the customer waiting demo designation command has been transmitted. Then, when the special symbol normal processing after the next timer interruption is executed after the customer waiting demo specification command is transmitted, the customer waits again based on the fact that the customer wait demo specification command sent flag is set. You can control not to send the demo specification command. Further, in this case, the customer waiting demo designation command sent flag may be reset when the next change display of the special symbol is started. Further, in this embodiment, a case is shown in which a customer waiting demo designation command is transmitted 30 seconds after the last executed fluctuation display is finished to start the customer waiting demonstration display, but the customer waiting demonstration display is started in 30 seconds. Not limited to this, for example, the customer waiting demonstration display may be started after 1 minute has elapsed.

If the total reserved storage number is not 0, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the second reserved storage number is 0 (step S52). Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the second reserved storage counter is 0. If the second reserved storage number is not 0, the CPU 56 is a special symbol pointer (a flag indicating whether the special symbol process processing is being performed for the first special symbol or the special symbol process processing is being performed for the second special symbol). The data indicating "second" is set in (step S53). If the second reserved storage number is 0 (that is, when only the first reserved storage number is accumulated), the CPU 66 sets the data indicating "first" in the special symbol pointer (step S54).

In this embodiment, by executing the processes of steps S52 to S54, the variation display of the second special symbol is preferentially executed with respect to the variation display of the first special symbol. In other words, the second start condition for starting the variable display of the second special symbol is controlled to be satisfied in preference to the first start condition for starting the variable display of the first special symbol.

In addition, as shown in this embodiment, when the variation display of the second special symbol is preferentially executed, in the winning effect processing shown in FIG. 24, the random number for jackpot determination (random R) is used. Only the process of comparing the value with the jackpot determination value in the low probability state may be executed, and the value may not be compared with the jackpot determination value in the probability variation state (high probability state) (specifically, in step S220). Only the processing may be executed, and the processing of steps S221 and S222 may not be performed). With such a configuration, when the variation display of the second special symbol is preferentially executed, between the jackpot determination result in the winning determination and the jackpot determination result at the actual start of variation. It is possible to prevent the deviation from occurring.

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

Then, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the count value of the hold storage counter indicated by the special symbol pointer, and shifts the contents of each storage area (step S56). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the count value of the first reserved storage counter, and in the reserved specific area and the first reserved storage buffer. Shift the contents of each storage area. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates "second", the count value of the second reserved storage counter is subtracted by 1, and the contents of the reserved specific area and the contents of each storage area in the second reserved storage buffer are shifted. do.

That is, when the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the CPU 56 is in the storage area corresponding to the first reserved storage number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the first reserved storage buffer of the RAM 55. Each stored random number value is stored in the storage area corresponding to the first reserved storage number = n-1. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates "second", each stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved storage number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the second reserved storage buffer of the RAM 55. The random number value is stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved storage number = n-1. Further, the CPU 56 adds up the values (values indicating "first" or "second") stored in the storage area corresponding to the total number of pending storages = m (m = 2 to 8) in the reserved specific area. Stored in the storage area corresponding to the number of reserved storages = m-1.

Therefore, the order in which each random number value stored in each storage area corresponding to each first reserved storage number (or each second reserved storage number) is always the first reserved storage number (or). The order of the second reserved memory) = 1, 2, 3, 4 is matched. Further, the order in which each value stored in each storage area corresponding to each total reserved storage number is extracted always matches the order in which the total pending storage number = 1 to 8.

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

Further, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the background designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 according to the current gaming state (step S60). In this case, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the probability change state background designation command when the probability change flag indicating the probability change state is set. Further, the CPU 56 controls to transmit only the time saving flag indicating that the time saving state is set, and if the probability change flag is not set, the time saving state background designation command is transmitted. Further, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the normal state background designation command if neither the probability change flag nor the time saving flag is set.

Specifically, when the effect control command is transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100, the CPU 56 sets the address of the command transmission table (previously set in the ROM for each command) corresponding to the effect control command. Set to the pointer. Then, the address of the command transmission table corresponding to the effect control command is set in the pointer, and the effect control command is transmitted in the effect control command control process (step S28). In this embodiment, when the variation of the special symbol is started, the background specification command, the variation pattern command, the display result specification command, and the hold storage number subtraction specification command (first hold storage number subtraction) are used for each timer interruption. It will be transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 in the order of the designated command or the second reserved storage number subtraction designated command). Specifically, when the variation of the special symbol is started, the background specification command is first transmitted, the variation pattern command is transmitted after 4 ms has elapsed, the display result specification command is transmitted after 4 ms has elapsed, and the display result specification command has been transmitted after 4 ms has elapsed. The hold storage number subtraction designation command (first hold storage number subtraction designation command or second hold storage number subtraction designation command) is transmitted. When the special symbol variation is started, the symbol variation specification command (first symbol variation specification command, second symbol variation specification command) is also transmitted, but the symbol variation specification command is the same timer interrupt as the variation pattern command. Is transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100.

In the special symbol normal processing, first, the data indicating "first" indicating that the processing is executed for the first start winning opening 13, that is, the "first" indicating that the processing is executed for the first special symbol. ", Or data indicating" second "indicating that the process is executed for the second start winning opening 14, that is," second "indicating that the process is executed for the second special symbol. The data is set in the special symbol pointer. Then, in the subsequent processing in the special symbol process processing, the processing according to the data set in the special symbol pointer is executed. Therefore, the processing of steps S300 to S310 can be standardized between the case where the first special symbol is targeted and the case where the second special symbol is targeted.

Next, the CPU 56 reads a random R (random number for big hit determination) from the random number buffer area and executes the big hit determination module. In this case, the CPU 56 is for jackpot determination extracted in step S1214A of the first start port switch passage process and step S1214B of the second start port switch pass process and stored in advance in the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer. Read the random number and make a big hit judgment. The big hit judgment module compares a predetermined big hit judgment value or small hit judgment value (see FIG. 8) with a random number for big hit judgment, and executes a process of deciding to make a big hit or a small hit if they match. It is a program to do. That is, it is a program that executes the processing of big hit determination and small hit determination.

In the jackpot determination process, when the gaming state is in the probable change state, the probability of becoming a big hit is higher than when the game state is in the non-probability change state (normal state). Specifically, the number of jackpot determination values is probablely changed between the probability change jackpot determination table (the table in which the numerical value on the right side of FIG. 8A in ROM 54 is set) in which a large number of jackpot determination values are set in advance. A normal time jackpot determination table (a table in which the numerical value on the left side of FIG. 8A in the ROM 54 is set) is provided, which is set to be less than the hour jackpot determination table. Then, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the gaming state is in the probabilistic state, and when the gaming state is in the probabilistic state, the CPU 56 performs a jackpot determination process using the probabilistic big hit determination table, and the gaming state is normal. When it is in the state, the jackpot determination process is performed using the normal jackpot determination table. That is, when the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) matches any of the big hit determination values shown in FIG. 8A, the CPU 56 determines that the special symbol is a big hit. If it is decided to make a big hit (step S61), the process proceeds to step S71. It should be noted that deciding whether or not to make a big hit means deciding whether or not to shift to the big hit gaming state, but deciding whether or not to make the stop symbol on the special symbol display a big hit symbol. But also.

It should be noted that confirmation of whether or not the current gaming state is in the probabilistic state is performed depending on whether or not the probabilistic change flag is set. The probability change flag is set when the game state is changed to the probability change state, and is reset when the probability change state is finished. Specifically, it is determined to be a "probability change jackpot" or a "sudden change jackpot", and is set in the process of ending the jackpot game. Then, after the big hit game is completed, it is reset when the next big hit occurs.

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

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

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

Next, the CPU 56 uses the selected jackpot type determination table to match the value corresponding to the value of the random number (random 1) for determining the jackpot type stored in the random number buffer area (“normal jackpot”, “probability variation”). "Big hit" or "Sudden probability change big hit") is determined as the type of big hit (step S73). In this case, the CPU 56 determines the jackpot type extracted in step S1214A of the first start port switch passage process and step S1214B of the second start port switch pass process and stored in advance in the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer. Read the random number and determine the jackpot type. Further, in this case, as shown in FIGS. 8 (D) and 8 (E), when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, it is compared with the case where the variable display of the second special symbol is executed. Therefore, the ratio of suddenly changing jackpots is high.

Further, the CPU 56 sets the data indicating the determined jackpot type in the jackpot type buffer in the RAM 55 (step S74). For example, when the jackpot type is "normal jackpot", "01" is set as the data indicating the jackpot type, and when the jackpot type is "probability variation jackpot", "02" is set as the data indicating the jackpot type. When the jackpot type is "sudden probability change jackpot", "03" is set as the data indicating the jackpot type.

Next, the CPU 56 determines the stop symbol of the special symbol (step S75). Specifically, when neither the big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set, "-", which is an outlier symbol, is determined as the stop symbol of the special symbol. When the jackpot flag is set, one of the jackpot symbols "1", "3", "7", and "9" is determined as the stop symbol of the special symbol according to the determination result of the jackpot type. do. That is, when the jackpot type is determined to be "sudden probability change jackpot", "1" is determined to be the stop symbol of the special symbol, and when it is determined to be "normal jackpot", "3" is determined to be the stop symbol of the special symbol. Then, when the "probability change jackpot" is decided, "7" is decided as the stop symbol of the special symbol. When the small hit flag is set, "5", which is the small hit symbol, is determined as the stop symbol of the special symbol.

In this embodiment, the case where the jackpot type is first determined and the stop symbol of the special symbol corresponding to the determined jackpot type is determined is shown, but the method of determining the jackpot type and the stop symbol of the special symbol is this. It is not limited to what is shown in the embodiment. For example, if a table in which the stop symbol of the special symbol is associated with the jackpot type is prepared in advance and the stop symbol of the special symbol is first determined based on the random number for determining the jackpot type, the corresponding jackpot is determined based on the determination result. It may be configured so that the type is also determined.

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

FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing a variation pattern setting process (step S301) in the special symbol process process. In the fluctuation pattern setting process, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the jackpot flag is set (step S91). When the jackpot flag is set, the CPU 56 uses the jackpot variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C (FIG. 9 (A)) as a table used to determine the variation pattern type to be one of a plurality of types. ) To (see (C)) (step S92). Then, the process proceeds to step S100.

If the big hit flag is not set, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S93). When the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 uses the small hit variation pattern type determination table 132D (FIG. 9 (D)) as a table used to determine the variation pattern type to be one of a plurality of types. ) Is selected (step S94). Then, the process proceeds to step S100.

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

If the time saving flag is not set (N in step S95), that is, if the gaming state is the normal state, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the total pending storage number is 3 or more (step S96). If the total number of pending storage is less than 3 (N in step S96), the CPU 56 uses the out-of-order variation pattern type determination table 135A (N) as a table used to determine the variation pattern type to be one of a plurality of types. (See FIG. 10A) is selected (step S97). Then, the process proceeds to step S100.

When the total number of pending storages is 3 or more (Y in step S96), the CPU 56 is a table used to determine the variation pattern type to be one of a plurality of types, and is a variation pattern type determination table for loss. Select 135B (see FIG. 10B) (step S98). Then, the process proceeds to step S100.

When the time saving flag is set (Y in step S95), that is, when the gaming state is a probabilistic state or a time saving state, the CPU 56 determines the variation pattern type to be one of a plurality of types. As the table to be used, the deviation pattern type determination table 135C (see FIG. 10C) is selected (step S99). Then, the process proceeds to step S100.

In this embodiment, when the processing of steps S95 to S99 is executed and the gaming state is the normal state and the total pending storage number is 3 or more, the deviation variation shown in FIG. 10B is shown. The pattern type determination table 135B is selected. Further, when the gaming state is the probability change state or the time saving state, the deviation pattern type determination table 135C shown in FIG. 10C is selected. In this case, the non-reach CA2-3 may be determined as the variation pattern type in the process of step S100 described later, and when the variation pattern type of the non-reach CA2-3 is determined, the variation is performed in the process of step S102. Non-reach PA1-2 of shortened variation is determined as a pattern (see FIG. 12). Therefore, in this embodiment, when the gaming state is a probable change state or a time saving state, or when the total number of pending storages is 3 or more, the variation display of the shortened fluctuation may be performed. In this embodiment, a variation pattern type determination table for shortening variation used in a probable change state or a time saving state (see FIG. 10C) and a variation pattern type determination table for shortening variation based on the number of reserved storages (FIG. 10 (C)). Although the case where the table is different from 10 (B)) is shown, a common table may be used as the variation pattern type determination table for shortened variation.

In this embodiment, even when the gaming state is a probabilistic state or a time saving state, when the total pending storage number is almost 0 (for example, 0, 0 or 1). May not display the variation of the shortened variation. In this case, for example, when the CPU 56 determines Y in step S95, it confirms whether or not the total reserved storage number is almost 0, and if the total reserved storage number is almost 0, the variation pattern type for loss is lost. The determination table 135A (see FIG. 10A) may be selected.

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

Next, the CPU 56 uses the hit variation pattern determination table 137A and 137B (see FIG. 11) as a table used to determine the variation pattern to one of a plurality of types based on the determination result of the variation pattern type in step S100. ), One of the outlier variation pattern determination tables 138A (see FIG. 12) is selected (step S101). Further, by reading random 3 (random number for determining variation pattern) from the random number buffer area (first hold storage buffer or second hold storage buffer) and referring to the variation pattern determination table selected in the process of step S101, the variation pattern Is determined to be one of a plurality of types (step S102). When the random number 3 (random number for determining the variation pattern) is not extracted at the timing of the start winning, the CPU 56 is a random number counter for determining the variation pattern for generating the random number for determining the variation pattern (random 3). The value may be directly extracted from the random number value, and the fluctuation pattern may be determined based on the extracted random number value.

Next, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the symbol variation designation command indicated by the special symbol pointer to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S103). Specifically, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the first symbol variation designation command when the special symbol pointer indicates "first". Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates "second", the CPU 56 controls to transmit the second symbol variation designation command. Further, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the effect control command (variation pattern command) corresponding to the determined variation pattern to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S104).

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

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

Further, when deciding whether or not to reach by a lottery process using a random number for reach determination, the reach is determined according to the total number of reserved storages (the number of first reserved storages or the second number of reserved storages may be used). It is also possible to select reach determination tables having different selection ratios and determine whether or not to reach so that the reach probability decreases as the number of reserved storages increases. In this case, for example, does the CPU 56 match the determination value assigned to the common range of the reach determination table in the determination of whether or not the effect is "out of super reach" or "out of reach" in the winning effect processing? By determining whether or not it is possible, it may be determined in advance whether or not it will reach. Considering that the execution rate of the advance notice effect is reduced, as shown in this embodiment, the lottery process using the reach determination random number is not performed, and the "super reach is lost" depending on the variation pattern type. It is preferable to determine in advance whether or not the result is "non-reach loss" and to perform a look-ahead notice effect.

FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing a display result designation command transmission process (step S302). In the display result designation command transmission process, the CPU 56 transmits one of the display result 1 designation to the display result 5 designation (see FIG. 13) according to the determined type of big hit, small hit, and loss. Control to do. Specifically, the CPU 56 first confirms whether or not the jackpot flag is set (step S110). If it is not set, the process proceeds to step S116. When the jackpot flag is set and the jackpot type is "normal jackpot", control is performed to transmit the display result 2 designated command (steps S111 and S112). In addition, whether or not it is a "normal big hit" can be specifically determined by confirming whether or not the data set in the big hit type buffer is "01" in step S74 of the special symbol normal processing. .. Further, when the type of the jackpot is "probability variation jackpot", the CPU 56 controls to transmit the display result 3 designation command (steps S113 and S114). In addition, whether or not it is a "probability variation jackpot" can be specifically determined by confirming whether or not the data set in the jackpot type buffer is "02" in step S74 of the special symbol normal processing. .. Then, when it is neither a "normal jackpot" nor a "probability change jackpot" (that is, when it is a "sudden probability variation jackpot"), the CPU 56 controls to transmit the display result 4 designated command (step S115).

On the other hand, when the big hit flag is not set (N in step S110), the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S116). If the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 controls to send the display result 5 designated command (step S117). When the small hit flag is not set (N in step S116), that is, when it is off, the CPU 56 controls to transmit the display result 1 designation command (step S118).

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

FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing a special symbol changing process (step S303) in the special symbol process process. In the special symbol change processing, the CPU 56 first confirms whether or not the hold storage number subtraction designation command (first hold storage number subtraction designation command or second hold storage number subtraction designation command) has already been transmitted (). Step S1121). Whether or not the hold storage number subtraction designation command has already been transmitted is determined by, for example, whether or not the hold storage number subtraction designation command has been transmitted when the hold storage number subtraction designation command is transmitted in step S1122 described later. The storage number subtraction designation command transmitted flag may be set, and in step S1121, it may be confirmed whether or not the hold storage number subtraction designation command transmission has been set. In this case, the set hold storage number subtraction specification command transmission flag should be reset by the special symbol stop processing or jackpot end processing described later when the variable display of the special symbol is terminated or the jackpot is terminated. Just do it.

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

Next, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the fluctuation time timer (step S1125), and when the fluctuation time timer times out (step S1126), controls to send a symbol determination command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1127). Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to the value corresponding to the special symbol stop process (step S304) (step S1128). If the variable time timer has not timed out, the process ends as it is.

FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing a special symbol stop process (step S304) in the special symbol process process. In the special symbol stop process, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the jackpot flag is set (step S131). When the jackpot flag is set, the CPU 56, if set, has a probability change flag indicating that it is in a probability change state, a time reduction flag indicating that it is in a time reduction state, and the number of times that a special symbol can be changed in the time reduction state. The time reduction counter indicating the above is reset (step S132), and control is performed to send a jackpot start designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S133). Specifically, when the type of jackpot is "normal jackpot", the jackpot start 1 designation command (command A001 (H)) is transmitted. If the type of jackpot is "probability variation jackpot", the jackpot start 2 designation command (command A002 (H)) is transmitted. If the type of jackpot is a sudden probability change jackpot, a small hit / sudden probability change jackpot start designation command (command A003 (H)) is transmitted. Whether the jackpot type is "normal jackpot", "probability change jackpot", or "sudden probability variation jackpot" is data indicating the jackpot type stored in the RAM 55 (data stored in the jackpot type buffer). Judgment is based on.

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

If the jackpot flag is not set in step S131, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the value of the time reduction counter indicating the number of variable times of the special symbol in the time reduction state is 0 (step S137). If the value of the time reduction counter is not 0, the CPU 56 decrements the value of the time reduction counter by -1 (step S138). Then, when the value of the time reduction counter after subtraction becomes 0 (step S139), the CPU 56 resets the time reduction flag (step S140).

Next, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S141). If the small hit flag is set, the CPU 56 transmits a small hit / sudden probability change big hit start designation command (command A003 (H)) to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S142). Further, a value corresponding to the small hit display time (time for notifying the occurrence of the small hit by, for example, the effect display device 9) is set in the time measurement timer (step S143). Further, the number of times of opening (for example, twice) is set in the large winning opening opening number counter (step S144). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to the value corresponding to the small hit start pre-processing (step S308) (step S145).

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

FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing a large winning opening pre-opening process (step S305) in the special symbol process process. In the pre-processing for opening the large winning opening, the CPU 56 sets the value of the time measurement timer to -1 (step S1401). If it is before the start of round 1, the process of step S1401 is executed, and the value of the time measurement timer set in step S134 of the special symbol stop process is measured to start round 1. The previous jackpot display time (fanfare period) will be measured. Further, in the case of round 1 or later, the processing of step S1401 is executed, and the value of the time measurement timer set in step S1469 of the processing during opening of the large winning opening, which will be described later, is measured to measure each round. Later (except after the final round) interval period will be measured.

In this embodiment, the case where the jackpot display time (fanfare period) and the interval period are measured using a common time measurement timer is shown, but the jackpot display time (fanfare period) and the interval period are separated. It may be configured to measure the time using the timer of.

When the time measurement timer times out (the value of the time measurement timer is 0) (step S1411), the CPU 56 sets the current number of rounds in the EXT data of the designated command while the big winning opening is open, and sets the current number of rounds in the effect control microcomputer 100. Control for transmission (step S1412).

Next, the CPU 56 initializes a winning number counter for counting the number of winnings of the game ball to the large winning opening (step S1413). That is, the value of the winning number counter is set to 0.

Next, the CPU 56 controls the large winning opening to be in the open state (step S1414). Specifically, the solenoid 21 is driven to open the special variable winning ball device 20.

Next, the CPU 56 sets the opening time according to the jackpot type and the starting round in the opening time timer for measuring the opening time of the winning opening (step S1415). In the present embodiment, the opening time of the big winning opening is 29.5 seconds in all rounds regardless of the type of big hit. Therefore, in step S1415, the CPU 56 sets the opening time timer to 29.5 seconds. Set the value corresponding to.

Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the processing during opening of the large winning opening (step S306) (step S1416).

FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing a process during opening of the large winning opening (step S306) in the special symbol process process. In the process of opening the large winning opening, the CPU 56 first confirms whether or not the detection signal from the count switch 23 has been input (step S1452). If the count switch 23 is off, that is, if the start winning to the large winning opening has not occurred, the third previous off flag indicating that the count switch 23 was off when the previous timer interrupt process was executed is set. Set (step S1452A).

Further, when the count switch 23 is turned on, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the third off flag is set last time (step S1452B), and if it is not set, the process proceeds to step S1462.

When the third off flag is set in step S1452B, the CPU 56 waits for a predetermined wait time (for example, 0.5 ms) to elapse (step S1452C), and then turns on the count switch 23 again. Whether or not it is determined (step S1452D), and if the count switch 23 is not turned on, the process proceeds to step S1462. As described above, in the present embodiment, it is confirmed twice whether or not the count switch 23 is turned on in one timer interrupt process, and once it is determined that the count switch 23 is turned on, 2 At the second time, when it is determined that the count switch 23 is off, step S1454 (process of sending the grand prize opening prize designation command) is not executed. As a result, it is possible to improve the system for detecting that the game ball has passed through the large winning opening.

In step S1452D, if the count switch 23 is on, that is, if a game ball that has won a prize in the large winning opening is detected (Y in step S1452D), the third previous off flag is reset (step S1452E), and the value of the winning number counter is set. +1 (step S1453). Further, the CPU 56 controls to transmit a large winning opening winning designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S1454). Then, the process proceeds to step S1462.

As described above, in the present embodiment, only when the count switch 23 is off when the previous timer interrupt process is executed and the count switch 23 is on when the current timer interrupt process is executed, is it for effect control? It was decided that the control of transmitting the grand prize opening prize designation command to the microcomputer 100 could be executed. Therefore, in order to execute the control of transmitting the large winning opening winning designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 twice, the count switch 23 is turned off when the previous timer interrupt processing is executed, and the timer interrupt this time is executed. It is necessary to detect twice that the count switch 23 is on when the process is executed. That is, the interval for controlling the transmission of the large winning opening winning designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 is at least 8 ms (twice the execution cycle of the timer interrupt process, 4 ms) or more.

Next, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the value of the winning number counter is 10 (step S1462). If the value of the winning number counter is 10, the process proceeds to step S1465. Therefore, in this embodiment, even before the opening period (for example, 29.5 seconds) of the large winning opening has elapsed, if the number of winnings to the large winning opening reaches 10, step S1462. In some cases, the result is determined to be Y, the process proceeds to step S1465, and the large winning opening is controlled to be closed to end the round.

If the value of the winning number counter is less than 10 (N in step S1462), the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the open time timer (step S1463) and confirms whether or not the open time timer has timed out (step S1464). If the open time timer has not timed out, the process ends as it is. If the open time timer has timed out, the CPU 56 controls the large winning opening to be closed (step S1465). Specifically, the drive of the solenoid 21 is stopped to close the opening / closing plate of the special variable winning ball device 20. Further, the CPU 56 controls to set the current number of rounds in the EXT data and transmit a designated command to the effect control microcomputer 100 after opening the large winning opening (step S1466).

Next, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the value of the round number counter (step S1467), and confirms whether or not the value of the round number counter after the subtraction is 0 (step S1468). When the value of the round number counter is 0 (that is, when all the rounds in the jackpot game (round 15.8 in the case of 15R probability variation jackpot, round 8 in the case of 8R probability variation jackpot) have been completed) The CPU 56 sets a value (2.0 seconds in this example) corresponding to the period for performing the interval effect after the final round in the time measurement timer (step S1471). Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to the value corresponding to the jackpot end process (step S307) (step S1472).

If the value of the round number counter is not 0 (that is, if there are still remaining rounds), the CPU 56 corresponds to the interval period (corresponding to the period during which the interval effect is performed other than after the final round) in the time measurement timer. A value (0.1 seconds in this example) is set (step S1469). Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the large winning opening pre-opening process (step S305) (step S1470).

FIG. 33 is a flowchart showing a jackpot end process (step S307) in the special symbol process process. In the big hit end process, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the big hit end display timer is set (step S160), and if the big hit end display timer is set, the process proceeds to step S168. If the jackpot end display timer is not set, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the value of the time measurement timer (step S161).

Next, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the value of the time measurement timer after the subtraction has become 0 (step S164). If the value of the time measurement timer is 0 (that is, if the interval period after the final round has elapsed), the CPU 56 resets the jackpot flag (step S165) and controls to send the jackpot end designation command. (Step S166). Then, the CPU 56 indicates a value (for example, 3.0 seconds) corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time (big hit end display time) in which the big hit end display is performed on the effect display device 9 on the big hit end display timer. Value) is set (step S167), and the process ends.

In step S168, the value of the jackpot end display timer is decremented by 1 (step S168). Then, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the value of the jackpot end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the jackpot end display time has elapsed (step S169). If it has not passed, the process ends.

If the jackpot end display time has elapsed (Y in step S169), the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the jackpot game to be terminated this time is based on the normal jackpot (step S170). Whether or not the jackpot game based on the normal jackpot is terminated is specifically determined by whether or not the data set in the jackpot type buffer in step S74 of the special symbol normal processing is "01". It can be determined by checking. If the jackpot game based on the normal jackpot is terminated (Y in step S170), the CPU 56 sets the time saving flag and shifts the game state to the time saving state (step S171). Further, the CPU 56 sets a predetermined number of times (100 times in this example) in the time reduction counter (step S172).

Unless it is the case of ending the jackpot game based on the normal jackpot (that is, the case of ending the jackpot game based on the probability variation jackpot or the sudden probability variation jackpot), the CPU 56 sets the probability variation flag to change the gaming state to the probability variation state. Along with the transition (step S173), the time saving flag is set to shift the gaming state to the time saving state (step S174).

Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to the value corresponding to the special symbol normal processing (step S300) (step S176).

In this embodiment, by executing the above processing, when the probability change state is controlled, the time saving state is also controlled. Therefore, the game state is a normal state (low probability / low base state). ), Time saving state (low probability / high base state), and probabilistic change state (high probability / high base state).

FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing an example of a program of the special symbol display control process (step S32) executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) mounted on the main board 31. In the special symbol display control process, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 3 (step S3201). If the value of the special symbol process flag is 3 (that is, if the processing during special symbol change is being executed), the CPU 56 sets the special symbol display control data for displaying the special symbol change to the special symbol display control data setting. A process of setting or updating the output buffer is performed (step S3202). In this case, the CPU 56 sets or updates special symbol display control data for performing variable display of the special symbol (first special symbol or second special symbol) indicated by the special symbol pointer. For example, if the fluctuation speed is 1 frame / 0.2 seconds, the value of the special symbol display control data set in the output buffer is incremented by 1 every 0.2 seconds. After that, the display control process (see step S22) is executed, and the drive signal is output to the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b according to the contents of the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data. The variable display of the special symbol on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b is executed.

If the value of the special symbol process flag is not 3, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 4 (step S3203). If the value of the special symbol process flag is 4 (that is, when the process shifts to the special symbol stop processing), the CPU 56 stops and displays the stop symbol of the special symbol set in the special symbol normal processing. A process of setting the display control data in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data is performed (step S3204). In this case, the CPU 56 sets special symbol display control data for stopping and displaying the stop symbol of the special symbol (first special symbol or second special symbol) indicated by the special symbol pointer. After that, the display control process (see step S22) is executed, and the drive signal is output to the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b according to the contents of the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data. The stop symbol of the special symbol is stopped and displayed on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b. Since the setting data is not changed after the process of step S3204 is executed and the special symbol display control data for the stop symbol display is set, the latest special symbol display control data is set in the display control process of step S22. Based on this, the latest stop symbol will continue to be stopped and displayed until the next variable display is started. Further, if the value of the special symbol process flag is either 2 or 3 in step S3201 (that is, if it is either the display result designation command transmission process or the special symbol change process), the special symbol change display is used. The special symbol display control data may be updated. In this case, in order to prevent a discrepancy between the fluctuation time recognized by the game control microcomputer 560 and the fluctuation time recognized by the effect control microcomputer 100, the display result designation command transmission process also varies. It may be configured to subtract 1 from the time timer.

In this embodiment, the case where the special symbol display control data is set in the output buffer according to the value of the special symbol process flag is shown, but in the special symbol process processing, the start flag is set at the start of the change of the special symbol. At the same time, the end flag may be set at the end of the change of the special symbol. Then, in the special symbol display control process (step S32), the CPU 56 starts updating the value of the special symbol display control data based on the fact that the start flag is set, and based on the fact that the end flag is set. It is also possible to set special symbol display control data for even stopping and displaying the stop symbol.

Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing a main process executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) as the effect control means mounted on the effect control board 80. When the power is turned on, the effect control CPU 101 starts executing the main process. In the main process, first, an initialization process for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing a timer for determining an effect control activation interval (for example, 10 ms) is performed (step S701). .. After that, the effect control CPU 101 shifts to the loop process for monitoring the timer interrupt flag (step S702). When the timer interrupt occurs, the effect control CPU 101 sets the timer interrupt flag in the timer interrupt process. If the timer interrupt flag is set in the main process, the effect control CPU 101 clears the flag (step S703) and executes the following effect control process.

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

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

Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs the fourth symbol process process (step S706). In the fourth symbol process process, the process corresponding to the current control state (fourth symbol process flag) is selected from the processes corresponding to the control states in the fourth symbol display areas 9c and 9d of the effect display device 9. The display control of the fourth symbol is executed.

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

FIG. 36 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a command reception buffer for storing an effect control command received from the game control microcomputer 560 of the main board 31. In this example, a ring buffer type command reception buffer capable of storing six 2-byte production control commands is used. Therefore, the command reception buffer is composed of a 12-byte area of the reception command buffers 1 to 12. Then, a command reception number counter indicating in which area the received command is stored is used. The command reception number counter takes a value of 0 to 11. It does not necessarily have to be in the ring buffer format.

The effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 is received by the interrupt process based on the effect control INT signal and stored in the buffer area formed in the RAM. In the command analysis process, it is analyzed which command (see FIGS. 13 and 14) is the effect control command stored in the buffer area. The interrupt process based on the effect control INT signal is executed in preference to the timer interrupt process executed every 10 ms.

37 to 39 are flowcharts showing a specific example of the command analysis process (step S704). The effect control command received from the main board 31 is stored in the received command buffer, but in the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms the content of the command stored in the command reception buffer.

In the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 first confirms whether or not the received command is stored in the command reception buffer (step S611). Whether or not it is stored is determined by comparing the value of the command reception count counter with the read pointer. The case where both match is the case where the received command is not stored. When the reception command is stored in the command reception buffer, the effect control CPU 101 reads the reception command from the command reception buffer (step S612). After reading, the value of the read pointer is set to +2 (step S613). The reason for +2 is to read 2 bytes (1 command) at a time.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

If the received effect control command is the first hold storage number addition designation command (step S655), the effect control CPU 101 is the first hold storage number stored in the first hold storage number storage area formed in the RAM. The value is added by 1 (step S656). Further, the effect control CPU 101 includes a symbol designation command temporarily stored in the symbol designation command, a variable category command temporarily stored in the variable category command storage area, and a received first hold storage number addition designation command. , It is stored in the first vacant storage area of the first start winning command storage area formed in the RAM (step S657).

If the received effect control command is the second hold storage number addition designation command (step S658), the effect control CPU 101 has the second hold storage number stored in the second hold storage number storage area formed in the RAM. The value is added by 1 (step S659). Further, the effect control CPU 101 includes a symbol designation command temporarily stored in the symbol designation command, a variable category command temporarily stored in the variable category command storage area, and a received second hold storage number addition designation command. , It is stored in the first vacant storage area of the second start winning command storage area formed in the RAM (step S660).

FIG. 40 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the command storage area at the time of starting winning. Of these, FIG. 40 (A) shows a specific example of the command storage area at the time of the first start winning, and FIG. 40 (B) shows a specific example of the command storage area at the time of the second start winning. As shown in FIG. 40 (A), an area (storage areas 1 to 4) corresponding to the maximum value of the first reserved storage number (4 in this example) is secured in the command storage area at the time of the first start winning. There is. Further, in the command storage area at the time of winning the second start, an area (storage areas 1 to 4) corresponding to the maximum value of the second reserved storage number (4 in this example) is secured. In this embodiment, as shown in steps S1218A to S1220A of the first start port switch passage process and steps S1218B to S1220B of the second start port switch passage process of FIG. 21, the first start winning opening 13 or the second start When there is a start prize to the winning opening 14, a symbol specification command, a variable category command, and a hold storage number addition specification command (first hold storage number addition designation command or second hold storage number) are included in one timer interrupt. Three commands (addition specification command) are sent as a set. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 40, the symbol designation command, the variable category command, and the hold storage number addition designation are specified in the storage areas 1 to 4 of the first start winning command storage area and the second start winning command storage area. A storage area is secured so that commands can be stored in association with each other.

In this embodiment, the command transmission is performed in the order of the symbol designation command, the variable category command, and the hold storage number addition designation command within one timer interrupt, so that the effect control CPU 101 specifies the symbol in the command analysis process. When a command and variable category command are received, they are temporarily stored in the symbol specification command storage area and variable category command storage area, respectively. Then, when the hold storage number addition designation command is received, it is found that the first hold storage number addition designation command is received and the first hold storage number addition designation command is received, and the second hold storage number addition designation command is obtained. If is received, it is known that the second reserved storage is incremented by 1, so if the first reserved storage number addition specification command is received, the temporarily stored symbol specification command and variable category command are combined with the first. 1 Hold storage number addition specification command is stored in the command storage area at the time of the first start winning, and if the second hold storage number addition specification command is received, the second hold storage is stored together with the temporarily stored symbol specification command and variable category command. The number addition designation command is stored in the second start winning command storage area (note that in FIG. 40, the command is stored in all the storage areas 1 to 4 of the first start winning command storage area, and the second An example in which the command is stored only in the storage area 1 of the storage areas 1 to 4 of the command storage area at the time of starting winning is shown).

It should be noted that each command stored in the start winning command storage area shown in FIG. 40 is sequentially described in steps S664 and S668 described later at the timing of starting the variable display of the effect symbol each time the variable display of the effect symbol is started. Will be deleted. In this case, in this embodiment, since the variable display of the second special symbol is preferentially executed, first, the stored contents of the storage area 1 of the second start winning command storage area shown in FIG. 40B are deleted. .. Next, if the second reserved storage is not newly generated, only the first reserved storage is stored. Therefore, the first one shown in FIG. 40 (A) is at the timing when the variable display of the effect symbol is started next. It is deleted from the one stored in the first storage area 1 of the start winning command storage area, and the contents of the first start winning command storage area are shifted. For example, when a new variation display of the effect symbol is started in the stored state shown in FIG. 40 (A), each command stored in the storage area 1 is deleted, and each command stored in the storage area 2 is deleted. The commands are shifted to the storage area 1, each command stored in the storage area 3 is shifted to the storage area 2, and each command stored in the storage area 4 is shifted to the storage area 3.

Further, in this embodiment, when the symbol designation command, the variable category command, and the hold storage number addition designation command received when the start winning is generated are comprehensively expressed, they are also referred to as a start winning command. In addition, among these commands at the time of starting winning, the hold storage number addition designation command, which is a command for designating information recognizable that the first hold storage number or the second hold storage number has increased, is comprehensively expressed. In some cases, it is also called hold storage information. In addition, a symbol designation command and a symbol designation command which are commands indicating whether or not a big hit or a small hit is determined by the winning effect processing (see FIG. 24) at the time of starting winning, the judgment result of the big hit type, and the judgment result of the variation pattern type. When the variable category command is comprehensively expressed, it is also referred to as a winning judgment result specification command or judgment result information.

If the received effect control command is the first hold storage number subtraction designation command (step S661), the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the first hold storage number stored in the first hold storage number storage area (step S661). Step S662). Next, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the high base state flag indicating that the high base state is set is set (step S663A), and if it is set, the process proceeds to step S664. If it is not set, the active display and the first hold display are updated (step S663B). Specifically, the active display in the active display unit 9a is erased, and the first hold display is shifted one by one (for example, the first hold display of the hold storage display unit 9b is shifted to the active display unit 9a). , Hold storage display unit 9b When the second to fourth first hold displays are lit, the first hold display displayed second is shifted to the first display area. The first hold display displayed in the third position is shifted to the second display area, and the first hold display displayed in the fourth position is shifted to the third display area).

Next, the effect control CPU 101 is stored in the first storage area of the first start winning command storage area, and is stored in the start winning command (design designation command, variable category command, and first hold storage number addition designation). The command) is deleted, and the content of the command storage area at the time of the first start winning is shifted (step S664).

If the received effect control command is the second hold storage number subtraction designation command (step S665), the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the second hold storage number stored in the second hold storage number storage area (step S665). Step S666). Next, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the high base state flag is set (step S667A), and if not, proceeds to step S668. If it is set, the second hold display is updated (step S667B), the active display in the active display unit 9a is erased, and the second hold display is shifted one by one (for example, one of the hold storage display units 9b). When the second hold display of the eyes is shifted to the active display unit 9a and the second to fourth second hold displays of the hold storage display unit 9b are lit and displayed, the second display is displayed. 2 The hold display is shifted to the first display area, the second hold display displayed in the third is shifted to the second display area, and the second hold display displayed in the fourth is changed to the second display area. Shift to the third display area).

Next, the effect control CPU 101 is stored in the first storage area of the second start winning command storage area, and is stored in the start winning command (symbol designation command, variable category command, and first hold storage number addition designation). The command) is deleted, and the content of the command storage area at the time of the second start winning is shifted (step S668).

If the received effect control command is a normal state background specification command (step S669), the effect control CPU 101 sets the background screen in the effect display device 9 as a background screen according to the normal state (for example, a background screen with a blue background color). ) (Step S670). Therefore, in this embodiment, when the gaming state is the normal state (low probability / low base state), the background screen corresponding to the normal state is displayed, so that the effect mode according to the normal state (hereinafter referred to as “the effect mode”) is displayed. It is controlled to the normal production mode). If the effect control CPU 101 is set, the high base state flag is reset (steps S671A and S671B), and the hold display displayed on the hold storage display unit 9b is switched from the second hold display to the first hold display. (Step S671C).

If the received effect control command is a time saving state background specification command (step S672), the effect control CPU 101 sets the background screen in the effect display device 9 as a background screen according to the time saving state (for example, a background screen having a green background color). ) (Step S673). Therefore, in this embodiment, when the gaming state is the time saving state (low probability / high base state), the background screen corresponding to the time saving state is displayed, so that the effect mode corresponding to the time saving state (hereinafter referred to as “the effect mode”) is displayed. It is controlled to the time saving effect mode). If the effect control CPU 101 is not set, the time saving state flag is set (steps S674A and S674B), and the hold display displayed on the hold storage display unit 9b is switched from the first hold display to the second hold display (step). S674C).

If the received effect control command is a probability change state background specification command (step S676), the effect control CPU 101 sets the background screen in the effect display device 9 as a background screen according to the probability change state (for example, a background screen with a red background color). ) (Step S677). Therefore, in this embodiment, when the gaming state is the probabilistic state (high probability / high base state), the background screen corresponding to the probabilistic state is displayed to display the effect mode according to the probabilistic state (hereinafter referred to as “the effect mode”). It is controlled to the probabilistic effect mode).

If the received effect control command is a command for designating a large prize opening (step S689), the effect control CPU 101 sets a large winning opening winning flag indicating that the game ball has won a prize in the large winning opening (step S690). .. When the big prize opening winning flag is set in the big hit game state, a predetermined effect (for example, an effect of displaying the number of paid out prize balls) is executed.

If the received effect control command is a customer waiting demo designation command (step S685), the effect control CPU 101 controls to display the customer waiting demo screen on the effect display device 9 after 30 seconds (step S687). .. Specifically, a timer for measuring 30 seconds is set, and when the timer times out, a customer waiting demo screen is displayed on the effect display device 9. If a fluctuation pattern command or the like is received during the measurement, the timer is reset and the measurement is terminated. After step S687, the reserved storage number stored in each reserved storage number storage area is cleared (step S688).

If the received effect control command is another command, the effect control CPU 101 sets a flag corresponding to the received effect control command (step S679). For example, if the received effect control command is a customer-waiting demo designation command, the customer-waiting demo designation command reception flag indicating that the customer-waiting demo designation command has been received is set. Then, the process proceeds to step S611.

FIG. 41 is a flowchart showing an effect control process process (step S705) in the main process shown in FIG. 35. In the effect control process process, the effect control CPU 101 first executes a hold display control process that controls the display mode of the hold display (step S800A). Hereinafter, the effect of changing the display mode of the hold display may be referred to as a "look-ahead notice effect".

Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs any of the processes of steps S800 to S807 according to the value of the effect control process flag. In each process, the following processes are executed. In the effect control process process, the display state of the effect display device 9 is controlled to realize the variable display of the effect symbol, but the control related to the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the fluctuation of the first special symbol is also the second. Control related to the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change of the special symbol is also executed in one effect control process process. It should be noted that even if the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change of the first special symbol and the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change of the second special symbol are configured to be executed by another effect control process process. good. Further, in this case, it may be determined which special symbol variation display is executed depending on which effect control process process is executing the variation display of the effect symbol.

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

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

Process during effect symbol change (step S802): Controls the switching timing and the like of each change state (change rate) constituting the change pattern, and monitors the end of the change time. Then, when the fluctuation time ends, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to the value corresponding to the effect symbol variation stop process (step S803).

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

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

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

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

Jackpot end effect processing (step S807): In the effect display device 9, display control is performed to notify the player that the jackpot game state has ended. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to the value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800).

FIG. 42 is a flowchart showing the hold display control process. In the hold display control process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not a new start winning command has occurred and a new start winning command has been received (step S3900). Specifically, if a new command is stored in the first start winning command storage area or the second start winning command storage area shown in FIG. 40, a new start prize is generated and a new start prize is generated. It can be determined that the command has been received. If no new start winning command has been received, the hold display control process ends as it is.

If a new start winning command has been received, it is determined whether the high base state flag is set (step S3901), and if it is not set (low base state), a new hold is made. It is determined whether or not the memory is the first reserved memory (step S3902). Specifically, when the storage area for storing the new start winning command is the first start winning command storage area, it is determined that the new hold storage is the first hold storage. If it is the second hold storage, the hold display control process is terminated as it is. If it is the first hold storage, a display color determination lottery for determining the display color of the hold display is performed (step S3903). Specifically, the display color determination lottery is performed using the display color determination lottery table shown in FIG. 43.

FIG. 43 is an explanatory diagram showing a display color determination lottery table. In the display color determination lottery table shown in FIG. 43, the selection ratio of the display color is associated with each winning determination result.

For example, when the judgment result at the time of winning is a probability variation jackpot or a normal jackpot (when the symbol designation command is C401 (H) or C402 (H)), white is 20% and blue is 30%. Red is determined at a rate of 50%.

For example, when the judgment result at the time of winning is a sudden change big hit or a small hit (when the symbol designation command is C403 (H) or C404 (H)), white is at a rate of 30% and blue is at a rate of 40%. , Red is determined at a rate of 30%.

For example, when the judgment result at the time of winning is out of super reach (when the symbol designation command is C400 (H) and the variable category command is C607 (H) or C609 (H)), the white color is 50%. , Blue is determined at a rate of 30% and red at a rate of 20%.

For example, when the determination result at the time of winning is other, white is determined at a rate of 90% and blue is determined at a rate of 10%.

As a result, the degree of expectation for each display color is white <blue <red.

In the present embodiment, the display color is determined at the same ratio depending on whether the winning determination result is a probability variation jackpot or a normal jackpot, but the display color is determined at different ratios. It may be that. Similarly, the display color may be determined at different ratios depending on whether the winning determination result is a sudden probability change big hit or a small hit.

Further, the ratio of determining the display color may be different depending on the finer conditions. For example, the display color may be determined at different ratios based on the type of reach effect indicated by the variable category command, the presence / absence of pseudo-ream, the number of pseudo-ream, and the like.

Next, the effect control CPU 101 starts the first hold display based on the display color stored in step S3905 (step S3909).

When the high base state flag is set in step S3901, it is determined whether or not the new hold storage is the second hold storage (step S3910). Specifically, when the storage area for storing the new start winning command is the second start winning command storage area, it is determined that the new hold storage is the second hold storage. If it is the first hold storage, the hold display control process is terminated as it is. In the case of the second hold storage, a display color determination lottery for determining the display color of the hold display is performed (step S3911). Specifically, the display color determination lottery is performed using the display color determination lottery table shown in FIG. 43.

Next, the effect control CPU 101 starts the second hold display based on the display color stored in step S3913 (step S3917).

In the present embodiment, the game control computer 560 sends a command in the timer interrupt process every 4 ms, and the effect control computer 100 sends the command in the timer interrupt process every 10 ms. In order to transmit the start winning command (design designation command and variable category command) twice based on the start winning, the game control microcomputer 560 is configured to perform the original processing, and as described above, 1 Since the interval between the first time and the second time is at least 8 ms, the effect control computer 100 controls the display in the start winning command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560 in the two timer interrupt processes. The effect control microcomputer 100 is executed in one timer interruption process. Therefore, in one timer interrupt process, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs the hold display control process (FIG. 42) once if a new start winning command is received once, and also performs a new start. If the winning command is received twice, the hold display control process (FIG. 42) is performed twice. In this case, if the new start winning command is received twice, the display of the two hold displays will be started at the same time. If the timer interrupt cycle (10 ms) of the effect control microcomputer 100 is twice or more the timer interrupt cycle (4 ms) of the game control microcomputer 560, the same control is performed.

In the present embodiment, the hold display is displayed as a still image, but the hold display may be displayed as a moving image. In that case, the timing at which the image data is expanded in the frame memory (for example, If the configuration is such that 30 frames of data per second are expanded in the frame memory by the VDP 109, the two hold displays may be started at the same time (at the timing when the frames are updated). If the frame update cycle (33.3 ms) is twice or more the timer interrupt cycle (4 ms) of the game control microcomputer 560, the same control is performed.

FIG. 44 is a timing chart when a game ball is won in the first starting winning opening 13. This timing chart shows the on / off of the first start port switch 13a and the execution timings T1 to T5 of the timer interrupt process in the game control microcomputer 560. As described above, the timer interrupt process is performed every 4 ms. Further, when the game ball wins a prize in the first starting winning opening 13, the state in which the first starting opening switch 13a is on continues for about 6 ms.

For example, in the timer interrupt process at the timing T1, since the first start port switch 13a is off, the first previous off flag is set (see step S311A). In the timer interrupt process at the timing T2, since the first start port switch 13a is on and the first previous off flag is set, the first previous off flag is reset (see step S311E) and the first start port is set. The switch passage process is performed, and the symbol designation command, the variable category command, and the first hold storage number addition designation command are transmitted (see steps S1218A to 1220A).

In the timer interrupt process at the timing T3, since the first start port switch 13a is off, the first previous off flag is set again (see step S311A). In the timer interrupt process at the timing T4, since the first start port switch 13a is on and the first previous off flag is set, the first previous off flag is reset (see step S311E) and the first start port is set. The switch passage process is performed, and the symbol designation command, the variable category command, and the first hold storage number addition designation command are transmitted (see steps S1218A to 1220A).

As described above, in the present embodiment, 8 ms (timer interrupt processing execution cycle) is performed after the start winning command (design designation command, variable category command, and first hold storage number addition designation command) is transmitted at timing T2. Until the lapse of twice the time), the start winning command (design designation command, variable category command, and first hold storage number addition designation command) will not be sent again. ..

Further, in the timer interrupt processing at the timing T5, the symbol specification command, the variable category command, and the first hold storage number addition specification command are not transmitted because the first start port switch 13a is on but the first previous off flag is reset. (N in step S311).

As described above, according to this embodiment, a predetermined event (in this example, the winning of the game ball to the first starting winning opening 13 and the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening 14 is large. A detection means (in this example, a first start port switch 13a, a second start port switch 14a, a count switch 23) capable of detecting the occurrence of a game ball winning into a winning opening, and a first controlling the progress of the game. It is provided with a control means (in this example, a game control microcomputer 560) and a second control means (in this example, a production control microcomputer 100) that performs control based on a command transmitted from the first control means. The first control means is a portion that executes steps S1 to S19 and S41 to S44 in the game control microcomputer 560 in the process execution means (in this example, the game control microcomputer 560) that repeatedly executes a predetermined process (main process in this example). ) And the timer interrupt setting means (in this example, the part for executing step S15 in the game control microcomputer 560) that sets the timer interruption to be generated every predetermined time (in this example, every 4 ms). ) And the timer interrupt processing execution means (in this example, in the game control microcomputer 560, steps S20 to execute) that interrupts the execution of the processing and executes the timer interruption processing based on the occurrence of the timer interruption. A command (in this example, a symbol specification command, a variable category command, and a first hold storage number) during execution of the timer interrupt process based on the detection means detecting the occurrence of a predetermined event (the part that executes S34). A transmission means (in this example, in the game control microcomputer 560, steps S1804, S1805, S1810, S1811, S1218A,) capable of transmitting an addition designation command, a second hold storage number addition designation command, and a large winning opening winning designation command). S1219A, S1220A, S1218A, S1219A, S1220A, S1454), and the transmitting means does not transmit the command until at least twice the predetermined time has elapsed since the previous command was transmitted. The command is transmitted after at least twice the predetermined time has elapsed since the previous command was transmitted (in this example, the game control microcomputer 560 is the first start port switch in the previous timer interruption process. When 13a is off and the first start port switch 13a is on in this timer interruption process, the start winning command (design specification command, variable category command, first) By executing step S312 when it is possible to send a hold storage number addition designation command (Y in step S311 and Y in S311B, it is inevitable that the start prize is won only after 8 ms has elapsed from the previous command transmission. It is not possible to send commands. ). The same applies to the start winning command based on the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening 14 and the large winning opening winning designation command based on the winning of the game ball to the large winning opening (Y, S313B of step S313). See Y, S314, Y of S1452, Y of S1452B, S1454). Further, in this example, the game control microcomputer 560 executes steps S1218A to S1220A when it is Y in step S2101, but does not execute steps S1218A to S1220A when it is N in step S2101. The start winning command can be sent only after 8 ms has elapsed from the previous command transmission. The same applies to the start winning command based on the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening 14 (when Y in step S2101, steps S1218A to S1220A are executed, while when N in step S2101, the command is executed. Do not execute steps S1218A to S1220A). ). As a result, the number of commands received by the second control means is limited, so that it is possible to prevent a problem that the commands cannot be received normally (for example, the commands are missed).

In the present embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 is described as a "first control means" and the effect control microcomputer 100 is described as a "second control means". However, a means for transmitting some command is described. The "first control means" and the means for receiving the command may be the "second control means". For example, the effect control microcomputer 100 in the present embodiment may be used as the “first control means”, and the lamp driver board 35 or the audio output board 70 may be used as the “second control means”.

Further, in the present embodiment, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, and the count switch 23 have been described as "detection means", but the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the gate switch 32a and the winning opening switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a may be used as "detection means". Further, if the game machine is provided with a specific area through which the game ball can pass in the big winning opening and is configured to shift to a probable change state when the game ball passes through the specific area during the big hit, the said game machine. A switch that detects that the game ball has passed through a specific area may be used as a "detection means". Further, a switch for detecting that the game ball has passed through the out port 26 may be used as a “detection means”. Further, an error determination switch (for example, a switch provided downstream of the count switch 23, which is a switch for determining that an error has occurred when the count switch 23 is off when it is on) is played. A switch that detects that a ball has passed may be used as a "detection means". Further, if the gaming machine is controlled to the jackpot gaming state on condition that the gaming ball passes through the operating gate provided on the gaming board after the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, the gaming ball has passed through the operating gate. A switch that detects this may be used as a "detection means". Further, if the gaming machine is such that the game control microcomputer 560 operates the path accessory that is the path of the game ball, the switch that detects the position of the path accessory may be used as the “detection means”. Further, if it is a gaming machine that operates a production accessory for production, a switch for detecting the position of the production accessory may be used as a "detection means".

Further, the command transmitted by the first control means based on the detection of the occurrence of a predetermined event by the detection means may be any command as long as it corresponds to the detection means. For example, if the gate switch 32a is used as the "detection means", a command indicating that the game ball has passed through the gate or a command indicating the number of fluctuations of the normal symbol (normal hold storage) that have not yet started can be used. There may be. Further, if the winning opening switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a are used as "detection means", it is a command indicating that the game ball has won a prize in the winning opening (ordinary winning opening) 29, 30, 33, 39. You may. Further, if the switch for detecting that the game ball has passed through the specific area is used as the "detection means", the command may be a command indicating that the game ball has won a prize in the specific area. The effect control microcomputer 100 that has received the command has a predetermined effect member (for example, an effect display device 9, a speaker 27, a decorative LED 25, a frame LED 28, or a movable accessory), and a game ball passes through the out port 26. If the switch that detects the fact is used as the "detection means", it may be a command indicating that the game ball has passed through the out port 26. As long as the error determination switch is used as the "detection means", it may be a command indicating that the passage of the game ball is normally detected. If the operating gate is used as a "detecting means", a command indicating that the game ball has passed through the operating gate or a command indicating that a big hit is started may be used.

Further, in the present embodiment, if the detection means detects the occurrence of a predetermined event by the time at least twice the predetermined time elapses after the previous command is transmitted, the invalid means for invalidating the detection. (In this example, by executing steps S311B, S313B, and S1452B in the game control microcomputer 560, the switch is turned on in the current timer interrupt process, but the switch is also turned on in the previous timer interrupt process. If there is, it is assumed that 8 ms has not passed since the previous command transmission, and the command is not transmitted). As a result, the number of commands received by the second control means is limited, so that it is possible to prevent a problem that the commands cannot be received normally (for example, the commands are missed).

Further, in the present embodiment, a plurality of detection means (in this example, the first start port switch 13a and the second start port switch 14a) are provided, and the transmission means is a detection means that has detected the occurrence of a predetermined event last time. When the occurrence of a predetermined event is detected by the same detection means, the command is not sent until at least twice the predetermined time has elapsed since the last command was sent, and the command is sent after the previous command is sent. The command is sent after at least twice the time has elapsed, while the previous command is sent when the occurrence of a predetermined event is detected by a detection means different from the detection means that detected the occurrence of the predetermined event last time. Then, the command can be transmitted before at least twice a predetermined time elapses (in this example, the game control microcomputer 560 performs the first start port switch by executing steps S311 to S314. If the first start port switch 13a is turned on again at a timing less than 8 ms after the command is transmitted based on the fact that 13a is on, the command is not transmitted and the first start port switch 13a is on. Based on this, if the second start port switch 14a is on at a timing less than 8 ms after the command is transmitted, the command can be transmitted). As a result, the player feels uncomfortable (for example, when the start winnings to the first starting winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 occur at intervals of less than 8 ms, only the hold display for one of the starting winning entries is displayed. It is possible to prevent problems such as not being able to receive commands normally while preventing giving a feeling of strangeness.

The detection targets of the plurality of detection means may be different or the same as in the present embodiment. For example, all of them may be switches for detecting that the game ball has passed through the large winning opening (the above-mentioned count switch 23 and error determination switch).

Further, in the present embodiment, the detection determination means for determining whether or not the occurrence of a predetermined event is detected by the detection means during the execution of the timer interrupt process (in this example, the step in the game control microcomputer 560). S311, S311D, S313, S313D, S1452, S1452D are executed), and the detection determination means can make a plurality of determinations during the execution of one timer interrupt process (in this example, game control). The computer 560 can execute steps S311 and S311D, can execute steps S313 and S313D, and can execute steps S1452 and S1452D in one timer interrupt process). This makes it possible to prevent erroneous detection by the detection means (for example, erroneous detection due to the generation of noise).

In the present embodiment, it is determined twice that the detection means such as the first start port switch 13a is on, but if it is determined a plurality of times, it is determined three times or more. You may. Further, it may be confirmed a plurality of times during the execution of one timer interrupt process whether or not the detection means such as the first start port switch 13a is turned off.

Further, in the present embodiment, the display means for displaying (in this example, the effect display device 9) is provided, and the second control means is for display control means (in this example, for effect control) for controlling the display of the display means. The display control means can simultaneously display the display based on a plurality of commands at the timing of updating the display image, including the portion of the microcomputer 100 for executing steps S800A and S800 to S807 (this). In the example, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes the hold display control process (step S800A) every 10 ms, and when a plurality of new start winning commands are received, a plurality of hold displays are simultaneously displayed. Since the game control microcomputer 560 executes the timer interrupt process every 4 ms, it is possible to transmit the second command 8 ms after the first command transmission, that is, The same type of command can be sent twice within 10 ms.) This makes it possible to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable when the second control means receives a plurality of commands in a short period of time.

Further, in the present embodiment, the detection determination means for determining whether or not the occurrence of a predetermined event is detected by the detection means during the execution of the timer interruption process (in this example, the step in the game control microcomputer 560). S311, S311D, S313, S313D, S1452, S1452D) is provided, and the detection determination means determines that the occurrence of a predetermined event has been detected, and then the occurrence of the predetermined event is detected again. It is determined that the occurrence of a predetermined event has not been detected by the time the determination is made (in this example, the game control microcomputer 560 performs steps S311 to S311B, S313 to S313B, S1452 to S1452B, that is. A state in which the first start port switch 13a is off between the time when it is determined that the game ball has won a prize in the first start port switch 13 and the time when it is determined that the game ball has won a prize in the first start port switch 13. Is detected). Thereby, the detection accuracy by the detection means can be improved.

Further, in the present embodiment, the game machine capable of executing the variable display, and the transmission means is a command (this example) related to the effect (in this example, the look-ahead notice effect) targeting the variable display that has not been started yet. Then, it is possible to transmit a symbol designation command and a variable category command (in this example, the game control microcomputer 560 can execute steps S1804, S1810, S1218A, S1219A, S1218B, S1219B). As a result, it is possible to improve the hobby of the game.

Further, in the present embodiment, the game machine capable of executing the variable display and storing the information related to the variable display that has not been started as the hold storage (in this example, the game control microcomputer 560). A part for executing steps S1214A and S1214B) is provided, and the transmitting means is a command relating to the number of reserved storages stored in the reserved storage means (in this example, a first reserved storage number addition designation command and a second reserved storage number addition). A designated command) can be transmitted (in this example, the game control microcomputer 560 can execute steps S1805, S1811, S1220A, and S1220B). As a result, it is possible to improve the hobby of the game.

Further, in the present embodiment, it is a gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state (in this example, a big hit game state) that is advantageous to the player, and the game medium is an open state in which the game medium is easy to win and the game medium is closed in which the game medium is difficult to win. A step in a variable winning device (in this example, a large winning opening) that changes to a state and a variable winning device control means (in this example, a game control microcomputer 560) that controls the variable winning device to an open state in an advantageous state. A portion for executing S1414 and S1465) is provided, and the transmission means can transmit a command relating to the winning of the game medium to the variable winning device (in this example, a large winning opening winning designation command) (in this example, a command for designating a winning opening). The game control microcomputer 560 can execute step S1454). As a result, it is possible to improve the hobby of the game.

Further, in the present embodiment, if the switch is turned on in the current timer interrupt process but the switch is also turned on in the previous timer interrupt process, it is assumed that 8 ms has not passed since the previous command transmission. By not sending the command as deemed, "If the detection means detects the occurrence of a predetermined event by the time at least twice the predetermined time has elapsed since the last command was sent, the detection is invalidated. We decided to realize "means", but it is not limited to this. For example, the number of times of timer interrupt processing executed since the last command was transmitted may be measured, and the invalidation means may be realized based on the number of times of measurement. Specifically, it will be described with reference to the following modification 1. The same parts as those in the above-described embodiment will be omitted.

FIG. 45 is a flowchart showing an example of the program of the special symbol process process (step S26) in the modified example 1. In the special symbol process processing in the first modification, the CPU 56 previously issues a symbol designation command and a variable category command based on the winning of the game ball in the first start winning opening 13 after N and S1812 of N and S1809 in step 1808. The first interrupt count X indicating the number of executions of the timer interrupt process after transmission is added by 1 (step S431), and the process proceeds to step S311.

Further, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the first interrupt count X is "2" or more when it is Y in step S311B (step S432), and proceeds to step S311C when it is "2" or more. ..

Further, when the CPU 56 is Y in step S311D, the CPU 56 sets “0” in the first interrupt count X (step S433).

Further, after the CPU 56 previously transmits the symbol designation command and the variable category command based on the winning of the game ball to the second start winning opening 14, after the N of steps S311A and S311B, the N of S432, and the N of S311D. The second interrupt count Y indicating the number of times the timer interrupt process is executed is incremented by 1 (step S434), and the process proceeds to step S313.

Further, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the second interrupt count Y is "2" or more when it is Y in step S313B (step S435), and proceeds to step S313C when it is "2" or more. ..

Further, when the CPU 56 is Y in step S313D, the CPU 56 sets “0” in the second interrupt count Y (step S436).

In this way, by not executing step S312 when it is N in step S432, the first start port switch 13a causes the first start port switch 13a to elapse at least twice the timer interrupt cycle after the previous command is transmitted. 1 When the occurrence of winning of a game ball in the starting winning opening 13 is detected, the detection may be invalidated. Further, by not executing step S314 when it is N in step S435, the second start is started by the second start port switch 14a until at least twice the time of the timer interrupt cycle elapses after the previous command is transmitted. When the occurrence of winning of a game ball in the winning opening 14 is detected, the detection may be invalidated. The same process may be performed when detecting the winning of a game ball to the large winning opening.

Further, in the present embodiment, it is determined whether or not the first start port switch 13a is turned on a plurality of times during the execution of one timer interrupt process, but the timer interrupt process is performed a plurality of times. It may be determined a plurality of times whether or not the first start port switch 13a is on. Specifically, it will be described with reference to the following modification 2. The same parts as those in the above-described embodiment will be omitted.

FIG. 46 is a flowchart showing an example of the program of the special symbol process process (step S26) in the modification 2. In the special symbol process processing in the second modification, when the CPU 56 is Y in step S311B, the CPU 56 is a symbol designation command based on the fact that the game ball has won a prize in the first start winning opening 13 without performing the above-mentioned steps S311C and S311D. And the first interrupt count K indicating the number of executions of the timer interrupt process after the last transmission of the variable category command is added by 1 (step S461).

After that, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the first interrupt count K is "2" or more (step S462), and if it is less than "2", the process proceeds to step S313. When it is "2" or more (that is, the number of times of execution of the timer interrupt process after the last transmission of the symbol designation command and the variable category command based on the game ball winning in the first start winning opening 13 is 2 times or more. (If there is), the CPU 56 sets "0" to the first interrupt count K (step S463), and proceeds to step S311E.

Further, in the case of Y in step S313B, the CPU 56 previously transmitted a symbol designation command and a variable category command based on the winning of the game ball to the second start winning opening 14 without performing the above-mentioned steps S313C and S313D. The second interrupt count L, which indicates the number of executions of the subsequent timer interrupt process, is incremented by 1 (step S464).

After that, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the second interrupt count L is "2" or more (step S465), and if it is less than "2", performs any of steps S300 to S310. When it is "2" or more (that is, the number of times the timer interrupt process is executed twice or more after the last time the symbol designation command and the variable category command based on the game ball winning the second start winning opening 14 is transmitted is 2 or more. (If there is), the CPU 56 sets "0" in the second interrupt count L (step S466), and proceeds to step S313E.

As described above, in the second modification, whether or not the first start port switch 13a is on and whether or not the second start port switch 14a is on is performed a plurality of times over the timer interrupt processing a plurality of times. It was decided to judge. This makes it possible to prevent erroneous detection.

Further, in the above embodiment, in order to notify the effect control microcomputer 100 of the variation pattern indicating the variation time, the type of reach effect, the presence / absence of the pseudo-ream, and the like, 1 when the variation is started. Although an example of transmitting one variation pattern command is shown, the variation pattern may be notified to the effect control microcomputer 100 by two or more commands. Specifically, when notifying by two commands, the game control microcomputer 560 uses the first command to indicate the presence / absence of a pseudo-ream, the presence / absence of a slip effect, etc. A command indicating the fluctuation time and fluctuation mode before the second stop is sent, and the second command indicates the type of reach and the presence or absence of a re-lottery effect, etc. (2) A command indicating the fluctuation time and the fluctuation mode (after the stop) may be transmitted. In this case, the effect control microcomputer 100 may perform effect control in the variation display based on the variation time derived from the combination of the two commands. The game control microcomputer 560 notifies the fluctuation time by each of the two commands, and the effect control microcomputer 100 selects the specific fluctuation mode to be executed at each timing. You may do it. When sending two commands, the two commands may be sent within the same timer interrupt, and after a predetermined period has elapsed after the first command is sent (for example, the next timer interrupt). In), the second command may be sent. The variation mode shown by each command is not limited to this example, and the order of transmission can be changed as appropriate. By notifying the fluctuation pattern by two or more commands in this way, it is possible to reduce the amount of data that must be stored as the fluctuation pattern command.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, "different ratios" are not limited to those having different ratios due to relationships such as A: B = 70%: 30% and A: B = 30%: 70%. It is a concept that includes things with different ratios such as A: B = 100%: 0% (that is, one has 100% allocation and the other has 0% allocation).

Further, in the above embodiment, for example, a case where a plurality of types of special symbols or effect symbols of "1" to "9" are variably displayed and a display result is derived and displayed is shown, but the variable display is such an embodiment. I can't be limited. For example, the symbol to be variably displayed and the symbol to be derived and displayed do not necessarily have to be the same, and a symbol different from the variable displayed symbol may be derived and displayed. Further, it is not always necessary to variably display a plurality of types of symbols, and the variable display may be performed using only one type of symbol. In this case, for example, the variable display may be executed by repeatedly lighting and blinking the one type of symbol display alternately. Even in this case, one type of symbol used for the variable display may be derived and displayed at the end, or a symbol different from the one type of symbol is derived and displayed at the end. It may be a thing.

Regarding the above-described embodiment, the gaming machine (so-called first-class gaming machine) that shifts to the jackpot gaming state based on the variable display result of the special symbol or the effect symbol has been described, but the variable is provided in the gaming area. A gaming machine (so-called second-class gaming machine) that shifts to a jackpot gaming state based on a gaming ball winning (V winning) in a specific winning opening (V winning opening) in the winning ball device (so-called accessory). , May be applied to a gaming machine in which the first type and the second type are combined.

Further, in the present embodiment, it is possible to shift to a probabilistic state based on the type of jackpot that has occurred, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, a specific area through which the game ball can pass is provided in the big winning opening, and when the game ball passes through the specific area during the big hit, the game shifts to a probable change state, while the game ball passes through the specific area during the big hit. It may be such that it shifts to the normal state when it does not pass. In that case, by changing the ease of passing the game ball to the specific area depending on the jackpot type, a substantial probabilistic jackpot and a non-probability variable jackpot may be realized. For example, the ease of passing the game ball to a specific area may be changed by changing the opening time of the big winning opening depending on the big hit type. Specifically, the big hit type with a long opening time of the big winning opening is set as a big hit (substantially probable variable big hit) in which the game ball easily passes to a specific area, and the big hit type with a short opening time of the big winning opening is played in a specific area. It may be a big hit (substantially non-probable variable big hit) that the ball does not easily pass through.

Further, in the above embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 side determines whether or not a big hit is achieved and the winning judgment (look-ahead judgment) of the variation pattern type, and a command (design designation command) indicating the winning judgment result. , Variable category command) is transmitted, and the pre-reading notice effect is executed based on the command indicating the winning determination result on the effect control microcomputer 100 side. , The effect control microcomputer 100 may be configured to perform a winning determination (look-ahead determination). In this case, for example, the game control microcomputer 560 sends a command to specify only the values of the jackpot determination random number (random R) and the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) extracted when the start winning is generated. Then, the effect control microcomputer 100 may be configured to perform a winning determination (look-ahead determination) based on the value of a random number specified by those commands.

Further, in the above embodiment, the effect control board 80, the audio output board 70, and the lamp driver board 35 are provided as the board on which the circuit for controlling the effect device is mounted, but the circuit for controlling the effect device is provided. It may be mounted on one board. Further, a first effect control board (display control board) on which a circuit for controlling the effect display device 9 and the like is mounted, and a circuit for controlling other effect devices (lamps, LEDs, speakers 27, etc.) are mounted. It is also possible to provide two boards with the effect control board of 2.

Further, in the above embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 directly transmits a command to the effect control microcomputer 100, but the game control microcomputer 560 is another substrate (for example, FIG. 3). The sound / lamp board having the functions of the circuit mounted on the audio output board 70 and the lamp driver board 35 and the functions of the circuit mounted on the lamp driver board 35, etc. A control command may be transmitted so as to be transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 on the effect control board 80 via another board. In that case, the command may simply pass through another board, or a control means such as a microcomputer is mounted on the audio output board 70, the lamp driver board 35, and the sound / lamp board, and the control means receives the command. The effect control microcomputer 100 controls the effect display device 9 by executing control related to voice control and lamp control in response to the operation, and further changing the received command to a command as it is or, for example, a simplified command. You may send it to. Even in that case, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs display control in response to the effect control command directly received from the game control microcomputer 560 in the above embodiment, as well as the audio output board 70 and the lamp driver. Display control can be performed according to a command received from the board 35 or the sound / lamp board.

Further, in the above embodiment, a pachinko machine is taken as an example of a gaming machine, but in the present invention, a predetermined number of bets are set by inserting medals, and a plurality of types are set according to the operation of the operation lever by the player. When the symbol is rotated and the symbol is stopped in response to the operation of the stop button by the player, if the combination of the stop symbols becomes a specific combination of symbols, it is applied to the slot machine in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out to the player. It is also possible.

Further, in the above embodiment, a game machine using a game medium as an example is taken as an example, but the game machine according to the present invention is not limited to a game machine that pays out a predetermined number of game media as a prize, and is a game ball. It can also be applied to an enclosed gaming machine in which a gaming medium such as the above is enclosed and a score is given when the conditions for giving a prize are satisfied.

Further, in the above embodiment, a gaming machine is shown in which there are probabilistic jackpots and normal jackpots as jackpot types, and the jackpot type is controlled to a probabilistic state after the jackpot game is completed based on the determination that the jackpot types are probabilistic jackpots. , Not limited to such gaming machines. For example, a special variable winning ball device having a predetermined probability variable region inside (a probability changing region may be provided in only one special variable winning ball device, or a plurality of special variable winning balls provided. A probability change area may be provided in a part of the device), and the probability change is determined based on the fact that the game ball passes through the probability change area in the special variable winning ball device during the big hit game. It is also possible to apply the configuration shown in the above embodiment to the gaming machine controlled to the probabilistic state after the end.

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

1 Pachinko game machine 8a 1st special symbol display 8b 2nd special symbol display 9 Production display device 9a Active display unit 9b Hold memory display unit 13 1st start winning opening 13a 1st starting opening switch 14 2nd starting winning opening 14a 2nd start port switch 20 Special variable winning ball device 23 Count switch 31 Game control board (main board)
56 CPU
560 Game control microcomputer 80 Production control board 100 Production control microcomputer 101 Production control CPU
109 VDP
120 operation buttons

Claims (1)

It is a gaming machine that can play games,
A detection means that can detect the occurrence of a predetermined event,
The first control means for controlling the progress of the game,
A second display means capable of controlling the display of the display means based on a command transmitted from the first control means and simultaneously displaying a plurality of displays based on a plurality of commands having different transmission timings on the display means. With control means,
The first control means is
A process execution means that repeatedly executes a predetermined process, and
A timer interrupt setting means that sets a timer interrupt to be generated at predetermined time intervals, and
A timer interrupt processing execution means that interrupts the execution of the predetermined process and executes the timer interrupt process based on the occurrence of the timer interrupt.
The detection means includes a transmission means capable of transmitting a plurality of commands during the execution of the timer interrupt process based on the detection of the occurrence of a predetermined event.
The transmitting means does not transmit the command until at least twice the predetermined time has elapsed since the last transmission of the command, and the time exceeding at least twice the predetermined time after the previous command is transmitted. After that, the detection means does not detect the occurrence of a predetermined event in one of the timer interrupt processes after the previous command is transmitted, and the detection means does not detect the occurrence of a predetermined event in the next timer interrupt process. Sends a command when it detects the occurrence of a predetermined event,
If the detection means detects the occurrence of a predetermined event by the time at least twice the predetermined time elapses after the previous command is transmitted, the detection means is further provided with an invalidation means for invalidating the detection. A game machine.

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