JP7350380B2 - gaming machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, gaming machines have been provided that perform effects such as changing images such as pending icons to increase a player's expectations for a jackpot and improve his/her interest. For example, Patent Document 1 listed below discloses a gaming machine that executes a reservation change effect that indicates that the reliability of a jackpot has increased by changing the appearance of a reservation symbol.

JP2019-24710A

However, the gaming machine of Patent Document 1 was unable to sufficiently attract players' interest, and further improvements were required.

Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can sufficiently attract players' interest and further improve the interest of the game.

The gaming machine of the present invention provided to solve the above-mentioned problems includes a benefit determining means for determining whether or not to grant a benefit, and displaying an image on a display means in accordance with a determination result of the benefit determining means. and a performance control means for performing a performance by performing a performance, and the performance control means displays a specific image at a predetermined position, displays a performance image including a first performance image and a second performance image, and performs the performance of the performance. A change effect that changes the display mode of the image can be executed, and the change effect includes a first change effect corresponding to the first effect image, a second change effect corresponding to the second effect image, and when the specific image is displayed at the first position of the display means, the first change effect can be executed after executing a first suggestion effect that causes the player to expect a change in the first effect image. , when a specific image is displayed at a second position different from the first position of the display means, a second effect that is different from the first suggestion effect and makes the player expect a change in the second effect image; The second change effect can be performed after the second suggestion effect is executed, and in the second suggestion effect, a predetermined image different from the specific image is displayed, but in the first suggestion effect, the predetermined image is not displayed. The modes of the first suggestion effect and the second suggestion effect are different, and the predetermined image is an image showing one motif, and is started to be displayed at a predetermined timing and is displayed for a predetermined period. The display ends after the predetermined period has elapsed after being displayed together with the specific image displayed at the second position, and the aspect changes from the start of display to the end of display.

According to the gaming machine of the present invention, it is possible to impress the player with a specific image as a special icon, and draw attention to changes in the position of the specific image. As a result, the game machine of the present invention can improve the interest of the game.

According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a gaming machine that can sufficiently attract a player's interest and further improve the interest of the game.

FIG. 3 is a front view of the gaming machine. It is a diagram showing a big prize opening and a second starting opening provided in the right side gaming area. FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the back side of the gaming machine. It is a block diagram of the entire gaming machine. It is a diagram showing an example of a jackpot determination table for a jackpot lottery. It is a diagram showing an example of a special symbol determination table. It is a diagram showing an example of a setting data table at the end of a jackpot game. It is a figure which shows an example of the special electric accessory operation mode determination table. It is a figure showing an example of a big prize opening mode decision table. It is a figure which shows an example of a special figure fluctuation pattern determination table. It is a diagram showing an example of a preliminary determination table for a jackpot lottery. It is a figure which shows an example of the table regarding a normal symbol and a starting movable piece. It is a figure showing an example of various storage areas of main RAM. FIG. 3 is a diagram showing main processing in the main control board. FIG. 3 is a diagram showing timer interrupt processing in the main control board. It is a figure showing input control processing in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the 1st starting port detection switch input process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the 2nd starting port detection switch input process in a main control board. It is a figure which shows the special figure special electric control process in a main control board. It is a diagram showing special symbol storage determination processing in the main control board. It is a diagram showing jackpot determination processing in the main control board. It is a diagram showing special symbol variation processing in the main control board. It is a diagram showing special symbol stop processing in the main control board. It is a diagram showing jackpot game processing on the main control board. It is a diagram showing jackpot game end processing on the main control board. It is a figure which shows the general map general electric power control process in a main control board. It is a diagram showing normal symbol variation processing in the main control board. It is a diagram showing auxiliary game processing on the main control board. It is a figure which shows the main processing in a production control part. It is a diagram showing timer interrupt processing in the production control section. It is a figure which shows the command analysis process in a production control part. It is a figure showing icon change production decision processing in a production control part. It is a figure which shows the relationship between an icon color and the light emission mode of a heso lamp. FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an example of an icon final display mode determination table. It is a figure which shows an example of a change scenario determination table. It is a figure which shows the variable production pattern determination process in a production control part. It is a figure showing an example of a fluctuation production pattern decision table. It is a figure which shows the icon action determination process in a production control part. It is a figure which shows an example of the icon action determination table regarding the said variable icon. (a) is an example of a 1st change action C execution pattern determination table, (b) is a figure which shows an example of a weapon appearance incitement determination table. It is a figure which shows an example of the icon action determination table regarding a hold icon. 5 is a timing chart showing an activation pattern of a first change action C. FIG. It is a timing chart showing the timing at which an updated display of the number of reservations is performed. It is a figure which shows the update aspect of the number of reservations. It is a timing chart when an icon color changes at the time of a shift. It is a figure which shows the aspect of a belly button lamp and a hold|hold icon when an icon color changes at the time of a shift. It is a timing chart when the icon color changes during fluctuation. It is a figure showing an example of composition of a layer in which icons and Taikobashi images are displayed. It is a figure which shows an example of the performance when normal reach develops into SPSP reach. It is a figure which shows an example of the 1st change action A. It is a figure which shows an example of the 1st change action B. It is a figure which shows an example of a 2nd change action. It is a figure which shows an example of a 2nd change action. It is a diagram showing the timing of setting and activation of weapon icons. It is a figure showing an example of a display mode of a pending icon, and an appearance mode of a weapon icon. It is a figure which shows the 1st example of the 1st change action C. It is a figure which shows the 2nd example of the 1st change action C. It is a figure which shows the 3rd example of the 1st change action C. It is a figure which shows the 4th example of the 1st change action C. It is a figure which shows the 4th example of the 1st change action C.

Embodiments of the present invention will be specifically described below with reference to the drawings.

(Configuration of gaming machine 1)
First, the configuration of the gaming machine 1 will be specifically explained with reference to FIGS. 1 to 3. FIG. 1 is an example of a front view of a gaming machine 1 in an embodiment of the present invention. Moreover, FIG. 2 is a diagram showing the large winning a prize opening 16 and the second winning a prize opening 15 provided in the right side gaming area. Further, FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the back side of the gaming machine 1 in the embodiment of the present invention.

The gaming machine 1 includes an outer frame 60 that is attached to island equipment of a gaming parlor, and a glass frame 50 that is rotatably supported by the outer frame 60 (see FIG. 1). Further, the outer frame 60 is provided with a game board 2 in which a game area 6 in which a game ball Q flows downward is formed.

The glass frame 50 includes an audio output device 32 consisting of a speaker, a frame illumination device 34b having a plurality of lamps (LEDs), a production button 35 for changing the production mode by pressing, and at least two direction (main) In the embodiment, an operating lever 36 that can be operated in four directions is provided.

The audio output device 32 outputs BGM (background music), SE (sound effects), etc., and performs sound effects. In addition, the decorative lighting devices 34 such as the frame lighting device 34b and the belly button lamp 34c are designed to produce lighting effects by changing the direction of light emitted from each lamp and the color of the light emitted, and are provided at a plurality of positions. It is being

The performance button 35 is provided with a performance button detection switch 35a (see FIG. 4), and when this performance button detection switch 35a detects an operation by the player, a further performance will be executed in response to this operation. . Similarly, the operating lever 36 is also provided with a lever operation detection switch 36b (see FIG. 4), and is configured to allow the player to input predetermined information to the gaming machine 1 (see FIG. (see 4). In this embodiment, the production button 35 is configured to be able to move in the vertical direction by a production button drive motor 35b (see FIG. 4).

Further, the glass frame 50 is provided with an operation handle 3 that fires game balls toward the game area 6 when rotated, and a tray 40 that stores a plurality of game balls. , it has a downward slope so that the game ball flows down in the direction of the operating handle 3. A receiving port for receiving game balls is provided at the end of the downward slope of this receiving tray 40, and the game balls received in this receiving port are driven by the ball feeding solenoid 4b (see FIG. 4). , game balls are sent out one by one to a ball feeding opening (not shown) provided on the back surface of the glass frame 50.

Then, the game ball sent out to the ball feeding opening (not shown) is moved by a shooting rail (not shown) that has a downward slope in the direction of a launching member (not shown). Guided to the end of the downward slope. A stopper (not shown) for stopping the game ball is provided above the end of the downward slope of the launch rail, and the game ball sent out from the ball feeding opening is placed above the downward slope of the launch rail. One game ball will be stopped at the end.

When the player touches the operating handle 3, the touch sensor 3a (see FIG. 4) provided inside the operating handle 3 detects that the operating handle 3 and the player are in contact. After that, when the player rotates the operating handle 3, the firing volume 3b (see Figure 4) directly connected to the operating handle 3 also rotates, and the firing volume 3b adjusts the firing intensity of the game ball. The ejecting member directly connected to the ejecting solenoid 4a (see FIG. 4) rotates with the ejecting intensity. By rotating this ejecting member, the ejecting member ejects the game ball Q stored at the downwardly inclined end of the ejecting rail, and the game ball is ejected into the game area 6.

The game ball fired as described above rises from the launch rail between the rails 5a and 5b (see FIG. 1) and passes the ball return prevention piece 5c, reaches the game area 6, and then reaches the game area 6. Free fall inside. At this time, the game ball will fall unpredictably due to the plurality of nails and windmills provided in the game area 6.

As shown in FIG. 1, there are various winning holes (general winning hole 12, normal symbol gate 13, first starting hole 14, second starting hole 15, big winning hole 16) in the gaming area 6 of the game board 2. , a first image display device 31a (main liquid crystal), and a decorative frame 7 surrounding the display area of the first image display device 31a.

On the other hand, outside the game area 6 of the game board 2, there are a first special symbol display device 20, a second special symbol display device 21, a normal symbol display device 22, and a first special symbol reservation display device 23. , a second special symbol reservation display 24, a normal symbol reservation display 25, a round number display 26, and a right hit display 27 are provided.

As shown in FIG. 1, at the lower left side of the game area 6, a game ball fired (so-called left-handed hit) toward the left side area of the game area 6 can win a prize (enter a ball). There are three general winning holes 12 in which game balls fired toward the right area (so-called right-handed shots) cannot win, and at the lower right side of 6 in the gaming area, game balls hit right can win. There is one general winning hole 12 in which a game ball hit to the left is not allowed to win.

Here, each general winning hole 12 is provided with a general winning hole detection switch 12a (see FIG. 4) for detecting winning of a game ball. Then, when it is detected that a game ball has entered the general winning hole 12, a predetermined number of prize balls (for example, 10 game balls) will be paid out from the payout device for paying out game balls. .

As shown in FIG. 1, a first starting port 14 is provided at the lower center of the gaming area 6, which constitutes a starting area where game balls hit to the left can win, but game balls hit to the right cannot win. It is being Further, in the right side area of the game area 6, a second starting port 15 is provided which constitutes a starting area where a game ball hit to the right can win a prize (enter a ball).

As shown in FIG. 2, the second starting port 15 includes a starting movable piece 15b that constitutes a normal electric accessory (starting port opening/closing device) for facilitating the winning of game balls into the second starting port 15, and It has a starting port opening/closing solenoid 15c (see FIG. 4). In the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the movable starting piece 15b slides in the front-rear direction (in the direction of the arrow in FIG. 2) due to the operation of the starting port opening/closing solenoid 15c, and the movable starting piece 15b slides into the second starting port 15. A closed state (closed state) in which winning of game balls is restricted, and an open state in which the movable starting piece 15b opens the opening of the second starting port 15 to allow winning of game balls into the second starting port 15. (open mode).

Here, the first starting port 14 is provided with a first starting port detection switch 14a (see FIG. 4) for detecting winning (ball entering) of the game ball, and the second starting port 15 is provided with a first starting port detection switch 14a (see FIG. 4) for detecting winning of the game ball. A second starting port detection switch 15a (see FIGS. 2 and 4) is provided for detecting winning (ball entering). Then, when it is detected that a game ball enters the first starting port 14 or the second starting port 15, a random number value for determining a jackpot is obtained for performing a "jackpot lottery (jackpot determination)" to be described later.

In addition, when it is detected that a game ball enters the first starting port 14 or the second starting port 15, in addition to the above-mentioned random number for determining a jackpot, a random number for determining a special symbol is used to determine a special symbol to be stopped and displayed. , A random number value for reach determination and a random number value for special symbol variation are also acquired to determine the variation time of the special symbol. In addition, the random value for jackpot determination, the random value for special symbol determination, the random value for reach determination, and the random value for special figure variation are referred to as special figure determination information.

Further, when it is detected that a game ball enters the first starting port 14, a predetermined number of prize balls (for example, three game balls) are paid out from the payout device. Further, when it is detected that a game ball enters the second starting port 15, a predetermined number of prize balls (for example, one game ball) are paid out from the payout device. The number of prize balls paid out when a game ball enters the first starting port 14 and the number of prize balls paid out when a game ball enters the second starting port 15 may be the same.

As shown in FIG. 1, a normal symbol gate 13 is provided on the right side of the gaming area 6, which constitutes a normal area through which game balls can pass.

Here, the normal symbol gate 13 is provided with a gate detection switch 13a (see FIG. 4) for detecting passage (intrusion) of a game ball. Then, when the passage of the game ball to the normal symbol gate 13 is detected, a random number value for winning determination is obtained for performing a "winning lottery (winning determination)" which will be described later.

In addition, when the passage of a game ball to the normal symbol gate 13 is detected, in addition to the above-mentioned random value for determining a hit, a random value for determining a normal symbol to determine the normal symbol to be stopped and displayed, and a fluctuation time of the normal symbol. A random number value for general pattern fluctuation for determination is also obtained. In addition, the random number value for hit determination, the random number value for normal symbol determination, and the random number value for regular symbol variation are referred to as regular symbol determination information.

As shown in FIG. 1, a large prize opening 16 is provided in the right side area of the game area 6, in which a game ball hit to the right can win a prize, but a game ball hit to the left cannot win a prize. ing.

As shown in FIG. 2, the big winning opening 16 includes a big winning opening opening/closing door 16b that constitutes a special electric accessory (big winning opening/closing device) for facilitating the winning of game balls into the big winning opening 16, and , has a big prize opening opening/closing solenoid 16c (see FIG. 4). The upper surface of the big prize opening opening/closing door 16b slopes downward in the left-right direction (right side in FIG. 2), thereby forming a flow path for the game ball Q, and is movable in the front-back direction (see the arrow in FIG. 2). ing. By moving the grand prize opening opening/closing door 16b in the front and back direction by the operation of the grand prize opening opening/closing solenoid 16c, the closed state (closed mode) that restricts the entry of game balls into the grand prize opening 16 and the closing state (closed state) that restricts the entry of game balls into the grand prize opening 16. The conversion control is performed to an open state (open mode) that allows winning of game balls.

Here, the big winning hole 16 is provided with a big winning hole detection switch 16a (see FIGS. 2 and 4) for detecting winning of the game ball. Then, when it is detected that a game ball has entered the big winning hole 16, a preset number of prize balls (for example, 15 game balls) are paid out.

As shown in FIG. 1, at the bottom of the gaming area 6, there are games that did not win (balls entered) in any of the general winning opening 12, first starting opening 14, second starting opening 15, and big winning opening 16. An outlet 11 is provided for discharging the ball outside the game area.

Further, in the center of the gaming area 6, a first image display device 31a (main liquid crystal) configured by an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) or the like is provided, and on both sides of the gaming area 6, the first image display device 31a (main liquid crystal) is provided. ), second image display devices 31b (sub-liquid crystals) each having a smaller size and display area than the first image display device 31a are provided on the left and right sides.

Note that in the following description, the first image display device 31a (main liquid crystal) and the second image display device 31b (sub liquid crystal) may be collectively referred to simply as "image display device 31."

In addition, in the following description, the area formed by either or both of the first image display device 31a (main liquid crystal) and the second image display device 31b (sub liquid crystal) and where the effect display is performed will be collectively referred to as "effect display". The display area 70 may be described as "display area 70."

In addition, in the gaming machine of the present invention, what is displayed on the image display device 31 (what is displayed in the effect display area 70) in the following description of the embodiment is the first image display device 31a (main image display device 31a). It may be displayed on the second image display device 31b (sub liquid crystal), or it may be displayed on the first image display device 31a (main liquid crystal) and the second image display device 31a (main liquid crystal). It may be displayed on both of the display device 31b (sub liquid crystal).

Furthermore, in the gaming machine of the present invention, what is described as being displayed on the first image display device 31a (main liquid crystal) in the following description of the embodiment is not limited to this, and the second image display It may also be displayed on the device 31b (sub liquid crystal). Further, in the gaming machine of the present invention, what is described as being displayed on the second image display device 31b (sub liquid crystal) in the following description of the embodiment is not limited to this, and the first image display It may also be displayed on the device 31a (main liquid crystal).

This image display device 31 displays a customer waiting effect image during standby when no game is being played, or displays a game effect image according to the progress of the game. Among these, three performance symbols 38 (left symbol, middle symbol, right symbol) are displayed in a variable manner to notify the jackpot lottery result in a variable performance described later, and a specific combination of performance symbols 38 (for example, 777, etc.) is displayed in a variable manner. ) is stopped and displayed, a jackpot is announced as a jackpot lottery result, and a combination other than the specific performance symbol 38 (for example, 289, etc.) is stopped and displayed, so a loss is announced as a jackpot lottery result. .

This production pattern 38 starts to be displayed in a variable manner in accordance with the start of the variable display of the special symbol that is executed based on the winning (ball entry) of a game ball into the first starting port 14 or the second starting port 15. , the special symbol is stopped and displayed in accordance with the stop display of the special symbol after a predetermined variable time has elapsed. That is, the timing of the variable display of the production pattern 38 and the special symbol and the timing of the stop display of the production pattern 38 and the special symbol correspond to each other (they are at the same time).

In the present embodiment, different types of performance symbols 38 are displayed variably or in a stopped manner depending on when a game ball enters the first starting port 14 and when a game ball enters the second starting port 15. It is configured to In addition, in the gaming machine of the present invention, even when a game ball enters the first starting port 14 or when a game ball enters the second starting port 15, In the variable presentation, the same type of presentation symbols 38 may be displayed in a variable manner or in a stopped manner.

In addition, on the upper right end side of the effect display area 70 (image display device 31), three small effect patterns 48 for notifying jackpot lottery results in variable effects are displayed vertically (from top to bottom in this embodiment). It is displayed variably by scrolling (see FIG. 49).

The variable display of the small performance symbol 48 is started in response to the start of the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, and corresponds to the stop of the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. and will be stopped.
In other words, in response to the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the small effect pattern 48 is displayed in a variable manner, and depending on the fluctuation state of the small effect pattern 48, the first special symbol or , the execution state of the variable display of the second special symbol is notified (suggested) to the player.

Note that, like the performance pattern 38, the small performance pattern 48 is composed of, for example, a pattern showing numbers from "1" to "9", and when the small performance pattern 48 is stopped and displayed, the small performance pattern 48 is It is designed to stop for a predetermined period of time in a predetermined mode (loss mode, jackpot mode, etc.) indicating the result of the jackpot lottery. The jackpot mode (special result mode) is a combination of the same small effect symbols 48 such as "777" or a combination of small effect symbols 48 with regularity such as "357", and the losing mode is This is an aspect other than that.

In addition, in the performance display area 70 (image display device 31), among the special figure determination information acquired based on the winning of the game ball to the first starting port 14, a jackpot lottery (jackpot determination) is displayed that has not been executed (undetermined). ), a first reserved icon display area 72a for displaying an icon so that the player can easily understand the first special symbol reserved number (U1) indicating the number of special symbol determination information, and a game ball to the second starting port 15. The player grasps the second special symbol pending number (U2) indicating the number of special symbol determination information for which the jackpot lottery (jackpot determination) has not been executed (undetermined) among the special symbol determination information acquired based on winnings. a second pending icon display area 72b for displaying icons to make it easier for the player to grasp the information indicating the special figure determination information in which the variable display (variable effect) is being executed; The variable icon display area 73 is provided.

In addition, in the following explanation, the icons displayed in the first pending icon display area 72a and the second pending icon display area 72b are referred to as "pending icons (special figure determination information for which jackpot determination has not been performed)" and the corresponding fluctuations. The icon displayed in the icon display area 73 is referred to as "the relevant variable icon (special figure determination information for which the jackpot determination has been executed and the variable display (variable effect) is being executed)".

Further, the pending icon and the variable icon may be collectively referred to as simply "icon" for explanation.

The decorative frame 7 surrounding the display area of the image display device 31 is provided with a wall portion erected from the game board 2 on its outer periphery so that the game ball does not pass in front of the display area of the image display device 31. It is being

The gaming machine 1 of this embodiment is provided with a plurality of decorative lighting devices 34. The decorative lighting device 34 includes a panel lighting device 34a (not shown), a frame lighting device 34b, and a belly button lamp 34c. The panel illumination device 34a includes a plurality of lamps (LEDs, etc.), and is provided on both left and right sides of the decorative frame 7. Further, the frame illumination device 34b is provided above the first image display device 31a. Further, the heso lamp 34c is provided below the first starting port 14. Furthermore, a decorative member 33a (acting accessory) is provided on the upper part of the decorative frame 7.

This decorative member 33a is driven by a panel drive device 33 (see FIG. 4) composed of a solenoid, a motor, etc., and can move in the vertical direction, and by this vertical movement, the first image is displayed. It can be moved to the front of the device 31a (main liquid crystal).

Note that a liquid crystal display may be provided on the decorative member 33a, and at least one of the pending icon display area and the variable icon display area may be provided on the liquid crystal display.

The first special symbol display device 20 displays the first special symbol for a predetermined period of time to display the lottery result (judgment result) of a jackpot lottery (jackpot determination) that is executed based on the winning of a game ball into the first starting port 14. The first special symbol of the type corresponding to the lottery result is displayed in a variable manner, and then the first special symbol of the type corresponding to the lottery result is stopped and displayed, and is made up of a plurality of lighting members such as LEDs.

The second special symbol display device 21 displays the lottery result (judgment result) of the jackpot lottery (jackpot determination) executed based on the winning of the game ball to the second starting port 15, and displays the second special symbol for a predetermined period of time. The notification is made by displaying the second special symbol of the type corresponding to the lottery result in a fluctuating manner and then stopping and displaying it, and is composed of a plurality of lighting members such as LEDs.

The first special symbol display device 20 and/or the second special symbol display device 21 can also be constituted by a 7-segment LED. For example, it may be configured such that "7" is stopped and displayed when a jackpot is won, and "-" is stopped and displayed when it is a loss.

Here, the "jackpot lottery" means that when a game ball enters the first starting port 14 or the second starting port 15, a random number value for jackpot determination is acquired, and the obtained jackpot determination random number is This refers to the process of determining whether a random number corresponds to a "jackpot" (jackpot determination).

Furthermore, in the present embodiment, a "jackpot" refers to a jackpot game ( This means that the player has acquired the right to play a special game that is advantageous to the player.

In the "jackpot game", a round game in which the big prize opening 16 (special electric accessory) is opened is played a predetermined number of times ( For example, 8 times or 16 times).

A predetermined time is set for the maximum opening time of the grand prize opening 16 in each round game (operating time of the special electric accessory), and during this period, a predetermined number of game balls (for example, 9 ) wins a prize (hits a ball), one round game ends. In other words, the "jackpot game" is a game in which a game ball enters the jackpot 16 and the player can win a prize ball corresponding to the ball entered. In addition, in this embodiment, multiple types of jackpot games are provided, which will be described in detail later.

In addition, even if a game ball enters the first starting port 14 or the second starting port 15 during a variable display of special symbols or a jackpot game (special game), the jackpot lottery cannot be performed immediately. In such cases, the right to draw a jackpot will be reserved under certain conditions.

More specifically, the special figure determination information acquired when a game ball wins (enters) into the first starting port 14 is stored as the first hold, up to a maximum of four pieces, and the game ball is entered into the second starting port 15. The special figure determination information acquired when a ball wins (enters a prize) is stored as a second reservation, up to a maximum of four pieces. The first special symbol reservation number (U1), which is the number of first reservations, and the second special symbol reservation number (U2), which is the number of second reservations, are the first special symbol reservation display 23 and the second special symbol reservation number, respectively. It is displayed on the symbol reservation display 24.

Note that the first special symbol reservation display 23 of the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment indicates the number of first reservations by a lighting pattern of two LEDs. For example, as shown in FIG. 44(c), when the first hold is "0", the two LEDs of the first special symbol hold display 23 are turned off, and when the first hold is one, , the LED on the upper side (left side) of the first special symbol reservation display 23 lights up, and when there are two first reservations, the two LEDs of the first special symbol reservation display 23 light up. In addition, when there are three first holds, the upper (left) LED of the first special symbol hold display 23 flashes, and the lower (right) LED lights up, and when there are four first holds, , the two LEDs of the first special symbol reservation display 23 blink. Also, on the second special symbol reservation display 24, the number of second reservations is displayed in the same manner as above.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 44(a), the image display device 31 (effect display area 70) includes a first reservation number display area 74a that displays the number of first reservations (first special symbol reservation number), and a first reservation number display area 74a that displays the first reservation number (first special symbol reservation number). A second reservation number display area 74b that displays the number of 2 reservations (second special symbol reservation number) is provided.

In the first reservation number display area 74a, the number of first reservations is displayed as a number. For example, when the number of second reservations is "2", the number "2" is displayed in the first reservation number display area 74a. Further, in the second reservation number display area 74b, the number of second reservations is similarly displayed as a number.

In the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the number indicating the number of first pending items is displayed in "blue" in the first pending number display area 74a, and the number of second pending items is displayed in the second pending number display area 74b. The number indicating this will be displayed in red. In this way, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the first special symbol retention number and the second special symbol retention number are displayed in a manner that is easy for the player to visually recognize and distinguish.

Note that the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this embodiment, and the number indicating the first reserved number of special symbols (U1) and the number indicating the second number of reserved special symbols (U2) are set in the same color (for example, white, black, etc.), and the area color of the first reserved number display area 74a and the area color of the second reserved number display area 74b may be displayed in different colors (the color of the numbers is the same, but the background color of the numbers is the same). (different colors, etc.)

In addition, the normal symbol display device 22 provided outside the gaming area 6 of the game board 2 displays the lottery result (judgment) of a winning lottery (win determination) that is triggered by a game ball passing through the regular symbol gate 13. (Result) is notified by fluctuating the normal symbols for a predetermined period of time and then stopping and displaying the normal symbols of the type corresponding to the lottery result, and is made up of a plurality of lighting members composed of LEDs, etc. has been done.

Here, the "winning lottery" means that when a game ball passes through the normal symbol gate 13, a random number value for hit determination is acquired, and the acquired random number value for hit determination is a random number value that corresponds to a "win". This refers to the process of determining whether or not a match occurs (hit determination).

Furthermore, in this embodiment, "winning" means that the player has acquired the right to perform an advantageous auxiliary game in a winning lottery that is executed based on the passing of a game ball through the normal symbol gate 13. say. In the "auxiliary game", the movable starting piece 15b of the second starting port 15 is controlled to be opened for a predetermined period of time. In other words, the "auxiliary game" is a game in which a game ball enters the second starting port 15 and the player can win a prize ball corresponding to the winning. In addition, in this embodiment, multiple types of auxiliary games are provided, which will be described in detail later.

In addition, as with special symbols, under certain conditions, if a game ball passes through the normal symbol gate 13 and a winning lottery cannot be performed immediately during the fluctuating display of the normal symbol or during auxiliary games, The right to draw a prize is reserved.

More specifically, the normal pattern determination information acquired when the game ball passes through the normal pattern gate 13 is stored as the third hold, up to a maximum of four pieces. The number of normal symbol reservations (G), which is the number of third reservations, is displayed on the normal symbol reservation display 25 in the same manner as the first special symbol reservation display 23 and the second special symbol reservation display 24. be done.

Further, outside the game area 6 of the game board 2, a round number display 26 and a right-handed display 27 are provided. The round number display 26 displays the number of rounds when a jackpot game to be described later is executed using a lighting pattern of a plurality of LEDs. When the LED lights up, the right-handed display 27 provides notification to prompt the user to fire a game ball toward the right side game area during a jackpot game or an auxiliary game, which will be described later.

Further, the glass frame 50 supports a glass plate 52 that visibly covers the gaming area 6 in front of the gaming board 2 (on the player's side). Note that the glass plate 52 is detachably fixed to the glass frame 50.

The glass frame 50 is connected to an outer frame 60 via a hinge mechanism section 51 at one end side in the left-right direction (for example, on the left side when facing the gaming machine 1), and the glass frame 50 is connected to an outer frame 60 via a hinge mechanism section 51. The other end side (for example, the right side when directly facing the gaming machine 1) can be rotated in a direction in which the outer frame 60 is opened. The glass frame 50 covers the game board 2 together with the glass plate 52, and can open the inner part of the outer frame 60 including the game board 2 by rotating like a door about the hinge mechanism part 51 as a fulcrum.

A locking mechanism for fixing the other end of the glass frame 50 to the outer frame 60 is provided at the other end of the glass frame 50 in the left-right direction. The locking mechanism can be unlocked using a special key. The glass frame 50 is also provided with a door open switch 133 (see FIG. 4) that detects whether the glass frame 50 is opened from the outer frame 60.

As shown in FIG. 3, on the back side of the gaming machine 1, a main control board 110, an effect control board 120, a payout control board 130, a power supply board 140, a game information output terminal board 30, etc. are provided. Further, the power supply board 140 is provided with a power plug 141 for supplying power to the gaming machine 1, a frame control board 180 (not shown), and a power switch.

(Overall block diagram of gaming machine 1)
Next, the control means for controlling the progress of the game will be explained using the overall block diagram of the gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. FIG. 4 is an overall block diagram of the gaming machine 1. As shown in FIG.

The main control board 110 controls the basic operation (progress) of the game, inputs various detection signals such as the first starting opening detection switch 14a, and operates the first special symbol display device 20, the big winning opening opening/closing solenoid 16c, etc. It is driven to control the game.

This main control board 110 is connected to a production control board 120, a payout control board 130, and a power supply board 140. Communication between the main control board 110 and the production control board 120 is configured such that data can be communicated only in one direction from the main control board 110 to the production control board 120, and the communication between the main control board 110 and the payout control board 130 is Communication is configured so that data can be communicated in both directions. Further, the main control board 110 receives power supply voltage from the power supply board 140.

The main control board 110 also includes a main CPU 110a that performs calculation processing, a main ROM 110b that stores programs for game control and various data and tables necessary for game control, and a main RAM 110c that serves as a work area during calculation processing. It includes at least a built-in one-chip microcomputer 110m, an input port and an output port for main control (not shown), and a RAM clear switch 111a.

This input port for main control includes a payout control board 130, a RAM clear switch 111a for inputting a signal to clear the memory contents of the main RAM 110c, and a general control board 130 for inputting a signal to clear the memory contents of the main RAM 110c. A winning opening detection switch 12a, a gate detection switch 13a that detects that a game ball has passed through the normal symbol gate 13, a first starting opening detection switch 14a that detects that a gaming ball has entered the first starting opening 14, A second starting port detection switch 15a that detects that a game ball has entered the second starting port 15, and a large winning hole detection switch 16a that detects that a gaming ball has entered the large winning hole 16 are connected. Various signals are input to the main control board 110 through this input port for main control.

In addition, the main control output port operates the production control board 120, the payout control board 130, the starting opening/closing solenoid 15c that opens and closes the starting movable piece 15b of the second starting opening 15, and the big winning opening opening/closing door 16b. Grand prize opening opening/closing solenoid 16c, first special symbol display device 20 and second special symbol display device 21 that display special symbols, normal symbol display device 22 that displays normal symbols, first special symbol that displays the number of reserved special symbols. A symbol pending display 23, a second special symbol pending display 24, a normal symbol pending display 25 that displays the number of reserved symbols, a round number display 26 that notifies the number of rounds, and a right-handed hit that notifies you of a right-handed hit. A display 27, a game information output terminal board 30 for outputting external information signals, and the like are connected. Various signals are output from this output port for main control.

The main CPU 110a reads the program stored in the main ROM 110b and performs arithmetic processing based on input signals from each detection switch and timer, and also directly controls each device and display, or uses the results of the arithmetic processing. Send commands to other boards accordingly.

In addition to the game control program, the main ROM 110b contains a jackpot determination table used for jackpot lottery (see Figure 5), a special symbol determination table (see Figure 6) for determining special symbols to be stopped and displayed, and a jackpot termination table. A data table for setting at the end of the jackpot game to determine the subsequent gaming state (see Figure 7), a special electric accessory operation mode determination table (see Figure 8) for determining the opening/closing conditions for the opening/closing door of the big winning opening, and a big winning opening. Opening mode determination table (see Figure 9), special symbol fluctuation pattern determination table (see Figure 10) that determines the fluctuation pattern of special symbols, preliminary determination table for jackpot lottery (see Figure 11), hit determination referred to in winning lottery. A table (see FIG. 12) and the like are stored. Note that the above-mentioned tables are merely listed as examples of characteristic tables among the tables in this embodiment, and many other tables and programs (not shown) may be provided in the course of the game. ing.

The main RAM 110c includes a special pattern special electric processing data storage area, a general pattern general electric processing data storage area, a normal pattern reservation number (G) storage area, a normal pattern reservation storage area, a stopped general pattern data storage area, and a first special pattern reservation. number (U1) storage area, second special symbol retention number (U2) storage area, first random number storage area for jackpot determination, second random number storage area for jackpot determination, number of round games (R) storage area, number of openings (K) Storage area, big winning opening winning ball counter (C) Storage area, 2nd starting opening winning ball counter (D), starting opening number counter, high probability game flag storage area, time saving game flag storage area, high probability game Number of times (X) storage area, number of time-saving games (J) storage area, game status buffer, stop special pattern data storage area, stop regular pattern data storage area, production transmission data storage area, special symbol time counter, special game timer counter , various timer counters such as an auxiliary game timer counter are provided. Note that the storage area described above is only an example, and many other storage areas are provided.

The game information output terminal board 30 is a board for outputting external information signals generated in the main control board 110 and the payout control board 130 to a hall computer or the like of a game parlor. The game information output terminal board 30 is connected to the main control board 110 by wiring, and is provided with a plurality of connectors (terminals) for connecting external information to a hall computer of a game parlor or the like.

The performance control board 120 mainly controls each performance during play and on standby, and includes a performance control unit 120m that comprehensively manages the contents of the game performance, and an image control unit that controls the display of images on the image display device 31. 150, a drive control unit 160 that controls the drive of solenoids, motors, etc. in the board drive device 33, and a lamp control unit that controls lighting of LEDs, etc. in the decorative lighting device 34 (board lighting device 34a, navel lamp 34c, etc.). 170.

This effect control board 120 is connected to the main control board 110, the power supply board 140, and the frame control board 180. Communication between the production control board 120 and the frame control board 180 is configured to allow data to be communicated in both directions, and the production control board 120 receives power supply voltage from the power supply board 140.

The performance control unit 120m includes a sub CPU 120a, a sub ROM 120b, and a sub RAM 120c.

The sub CPU 120a stores commands in the sub ROM 120b based on commands received from the main control board 110 or input signals from the production button detection switch 35a, lever operation detection switch 36b, etc. received from the frame control board 180, which will be described later. The program is read and arithmetic processing is performed, and based on the processing, instructions are given to the image control section 150, drive control section 160, lamp control section 170, and frame control board 180 to execute various effects. (Send data).

For example, when the sub CPU 120a receives a variation pattern designation command indicating the variation mode of the special symbol from the main control board 110, the sub CPU 120a analyzes the content of the received variation pattern designation command, and sends the image display device 31, the audio output device 32, the board performance data (performance pattern designation command described later etc.) to be determined. Then, control for executing the variable effect is performed by transmitting the determined effect data to the image control section 150, drive control section 160, lamp control section 170, and frame control board 180.

In addition to the program for effect control, the sub ROM 120b stores a variable effect pattern determination table for determining a variable effect pattern for executing a variable effect. Note that the above-mentioned tables are merely listed as examples of characteristic tables among the tables in this embodiment, and many other tables and programs (not shown) may be provided in the course of the game. ing.

The sub-RAM 120c functions as a data work area during arithmetic processing by the sub-CPU 120a, and has a plurality of storage areas.

The image control section 150 is connected to the image display device 31, and controls the display of images on the image display device 31 based on various presentation data transmitted from the presentation control section 120m (sub CPU 120a). At this time, a general-purpose board 39 is provided between the image control section 150 and the image display device 31, and has a bridge function of converting image data into a predetermined image format and outputting the converted image data when displaying the image data.

This general-purpose board 39 has a bridge function of converting image data into an image format compatible with the performance of the image display device 31 that displays the image data, and is, for example, a 19-inch liquid crystal display device of SXGA (1280 dots x 1080 dots). This absorbs differences in resolution between when a 17-inch XGA (1024 dots x 768 dots) liquid crystal display device is connected as the image display device 31 and when a 17-inch XGA (1024 dots x 768 dots) liquid crystal display device is connected as the image display device 31.

The image control section 150 includes a liquid crystal control CPU 150a, a liquid crystal control RAM 150b, a liquid crystal control ROM 150c, a drawing control section 151 (VDP: Video Display Processor), a CGROM 152, a VRAM 153, and a crystal oscillator 154.

The liquid crystal control CPU 150a creates a display list consisting of a group of drawing control commands based on the presentation data (effect pattern specification command, etc.) transmitted from the presentation control section 120m, and sends this display list to the drawing control section 151. By transmitting it to the CGROM 152, an instruction is given to display the image data stored in the CGROM 152 on the image display device 31.

Furthermore, upon receiving a V blank interrupt signal or a drawing end signal from the drawing control unit 151, the liquid crystal control CPU 150a performs interrupt processing as appropriate.

The liquid crystal control RAM 150b is built into the liquid crystal control CPU 150a, functions as a data work area during calculation processing by the liquid crystal control CPU 150a, and temporarily stores data read from the liquid crystal control ROM 150c.

The liquid crystal control ROM 150c is composed of a mask ROM and the like, and includes a control processing program for the liquid crystal control CPU 150a, a display list generation program for generating a display list, and an animation for production using images corresponding to production data. Animation patterns, animation scene information, etc. for displaying are stored.

This animation pattern is referred to when displaying an animation, and stores the combination of animation scene information of images corresponding to the presentation data, the display order of each animation scene information, etc. In addition, the animation scene information displays weight frames (display time), target data (sprite identification number, transfer source address, etc.), parameters (sprite display position, transfer destination address, etc.), drawing method, and production images. It stores information such as information specifying a display device.

The CGROM 152 is composed of flash memory, EEPROM, EPROM, mask ROM, etc., and compresses and stores image data (sprite, movie), etc. consisting of a collection of pixel information in a predetermined range of pixels (for example, 32 pixels x 32 pixels). are doing. Note that this pixel information is composed of color number information that specifies a color number for each pixel and an α value that indicates the transparency of the image. The CGROM 152 is read out in units of image data by the drawing control unit 151, and image processing is performed in units of image data of this frame.

Furthermore, the CGROM 152 stores uncompressed palette data in which color number information specifying a color number is associated with display color information for actually displaying the color. Note that the CGROM 152 may have a configuration in which only a part of the image data is compressed, rather than all of the image data. Further, as a movie compression method, various known compression methods such as MPEG4 can be used.

The crystal oscillator 154 outputs a pulse signal to the drawing control unit 151 and divides the frequency of this pulse signal to provide a system clock for the drawing control unit 151 to perform control and a synchronization for synchronizing with the image display device 31. A signal etc. is generated.

The VRAM 153 is composed of an SRAM that can write or read image data at high speed. This VRAM 153 has a display list storage area for temporarily storing the display list output from the liquid crystal control CPU 150a, a frame buffer area corresponding to the image display device 31, and the like.

This frame buffer area is a storage area for drawing or displaying images, and further includes a first frame buffer area and a second frame buffer area. The first frame buffer area and the second frame buffer area are alternately switched to a "drawing frame buffer" and a "display frame buffer" each time drawing starts.

The drawing control unit 151 is a so-called image processor, and draws the image data stored in the CGROM 152 in a "drawing frame buffer" in the frame buffer area of the VRAM 153 based on instructions (display list) from the liquid crystal control CPU 150a. Further, the drawing control unit 151 reads image data from the "display frame buffer" in the frame buffer area. Then, based on the read image data, a video signal (LVDS signal, RGB signal, etc.) is generated and output to the image display device 31 for display.

The drive control unit 160 is connected to the board drive device 33, and drives the solenoids, motors, etc. in the board drive device 33 based on various performance data transmitted from the performance control unit 120m (sub CPU 120a). Take control. By driving and controlling this board drive device 33, the decorative member 33a provided on the game board 2 is driven.

The lamp control section 170 is connected to the decorative lighting device 34, and controls the lighting of LEDs and the like in the decorative lighting device 34 based on various presentation data transmitted from the presentation control section 120m (sub CPU 120a). By controlling the lighting of this decorative lighting device 34, the board lighting device 34a and belly button lamp 34c provided on the game board 2 are turned on and off in a predetermined manner (e.g., with a predetermined luminescent color).

The frame control board 180 controls the effects of the audio output device 32 provided in the glass frame 50, the frame lighting device 34b, and the effect button 35.

This frame control board 180 is connected to the production control board 120 and the power supply board 140, and as described above, communication between the frame control board 180 and the production control board 120 is configured so that data can be communicated in both directions. The frame control board 180 receives power supply voltage from the power supply board 140.

The frame control board 180 controls the output of predetermined audio data to the audio output device 32 based on various performance data transmitted from the performance control board 120, and also controls the lighting of LEDs and the like in the frame lighting device 34b. and controls the drive of the production button drive motor 35b. Under the control of this frame control board 180, the audio output device 32 provided on the glass frame 50 outputs audio, the frame lighting device 34b is turned on and off, and the production button 35 is moved in the vertical direction. .

Furthermore, when the frame control board 180 receives input signals from the production button detection switch 35a and the lever operation detection switch 36b, it transmits the input signals to the production control board 120. That is, the production control board 120 receives input signals from the production button detection switch 35a and the lever operation detection switch 36b via the frame control board 180.

The payout control board 130 includes a payout control section 131 that controls the payout of game balls, and a launch control section 132 that controls the launch of the game balls.

This payout control board 130 is connected to the main control board 110 and the power supply board 140, and as described above, the communication between the payout control board 130 and the main control board 110 is configured so that data can be communicated in both directions. The payout control board 130 receives power supply voltage from the power supply board 140.

The payout control unit 131 is composed of a one-chip microcomputer including a payout CPU 131a, a payout ROM 131b, and a payout RAM 131c.

The payout CPU 131a reads out a program stored in the payout ROM 131b and performs arithmetic processing based on input signals from the payout ball count detection switch 135 that detects whether or not game balls have been paid out, the door open switch 133, and the timer. At the same time, corresponding payout data is transmitted to the main control board 110 based on the processing.

Further, a payout motor 134 of a payout device for paying out a predetermined number of game balls from the game ball storage section is connected to the output side of the payout control board 130. The payout CPU 131a reads out a predetermined program from the payout ROM 131b and performs arithmetic processing based on the payout number designation command transmitted from the main control board 110, and also controls the payout motor 134 of the payout device to issue a predetermined game ball. Pay out. At this time, the payout RAM 131c functions as a data work area during calculation processing by the payout CPU 131a.

The firing control unit 132 has a touch sensor 3a and a firing volume 3b connected to its input side, and a firing solenoid 4a and a ball feeding solenoid 4b to its output side. The firing control unit 132 inputs a touch signal from the touch sensor 3a, and controls energizing the firing solenoid 4a and the ball feed solenoid 4b based on the voltage supplied from the firing volume 3b.

The touch sensor 3a is provided inside the operating handle 3, and is constituted by a capacitive proximity switch that utilizes a change in capacitance caused by a player touching the operating handle 3. When the touch sensor 3a detects that the player has touched the operating handle 3, it outputs a touch signal to the firing control unit 132 to permit energization of the firing solenoid 4a. The firing control unit 132 is basically configured not to fire the game ball Q into the game area 6 unless a touch signal is input from the touch sensor 3a.

The firing volume 3b is provided directly connected to a rotating part through which the operating handle 3 rotates, and is composed of a variable resistor. The firing volume 3b divides the constant voltage (for example, 5V) applied to the firing volume 3b using a variable resistor, and supplies the divided voltage to the firing control section 132 (the voltage supplied to the firing control section 132 is ). The firing control unit 132 energizes the firing solenoid 4a based on the voltage divided by the firing volume 3b, and rotates a firing member (not shown) directly connected to the firing solenoid 4a. A ball Q is launched into a game area 6.

The firing solenoid 4a is composed of a rotary solenoid, and a firing member (not shown) is directly connected to the firing solenoid 4a, and when the firing solenoid 4a rotates, the firing member is rotated.

Here, the rotational speed of the firing solenoid 4a is set to approximately 99.9 times/min based on the frequency based on the output cycle of the crystal oscillator provided in the firing control section 132. As a result, the number of firing games per minute is approximately 99.9 (games/minute) because one game is fired every time the firing solenoid rotates once. That is, one game ball is fired approximately every 0.6 seconds.

The ball feeding solenoid 4b is composed of a straight-moving solenoid, and sends out the game balls in the receiving tray 40 one by one toward a shooting member directly connected to the shooting solenoid 4a.

The power supply board 140 is equipped with a backup power supply consisting of a capacitor, supplies power supply voltage to the gaming machine 1, monitors the power supply voltage supplied to the gaming machine 1, and when the power supply voltage falls below a predetermined value, A power outage detection signal is output to the main control board 110. More specifically, when the power interruption detection signal becomes high level, the main CPU 110a becomes operational, and when the power interruption detection signal becomes low level, the main CPU 110a becomes inactive. Note that the backup power source is not limited to a capacitor, but may be a battery, for example, or a combination of a capacitor and a battery may be used.

(Explanation of gaming status)
Next, the game state when the game progresses will be explained. In this embodiment, the state regarding the jackpot lottery includes a "low probability gaming state" and the "high probability gaming state", and the state regarding the movable starting piece 15b of the second starting port 15 includes a "non-time saving gaming state". It has a "time saving gaming state". The states related to this jackpot lottery (low probability gaming state, high probability gaming state) and the states related to the starting movable piece 15b (non-time-saving gaming state, time-saving gaming state) can be related to each other, or can be independent. can. In other words,
(1) "Low probability time saving gaming state" which is a low probability gaming state and time saving gaming state;
(2) “Low probability non-time saving gaming state” which is a low probability gaming state and non-time saving gaming state;
(3) “High probability time saving gaming state” which is a high probability gaming state and time saving gaming state;
(4) It becomes possible to provide a "high probability non-time-saving gaming state" which is a high-probability gaming state and a non-time-saving gaming state.
Note that the gaming state when the game is started, that is, the initial gaming state of the gaming machine 1, is set to the "low probability non-time saving gaming state", and this gaming state is referred to as the "normal gaming state" in this embodiment. I will call it .

In this embodiment, the "low probability gaming state" means that in a jackpot lottery that is performed on the condition that a game ball enters the first starting port 14 or the second starting port 15, the probability of winning the jackpot is For example, it refers to a gaming state set as low as 1/300. On the other hand, a "high probability gaming state" refers to a gaming state in which the probability of winning a jackpot is higher than that of a low probability gaming state, and the probability of winning a jackpot is set as high as, for example, 1/60. Therefore, in the "high probability gaming state", it is easier to win a jackpot than in the "low probability gaming state". Note that the change from the low probability gaming state to the high probability gaming state is performed after the end of the jackpot game, which will be described later.

In this embodiment, the "non-time-saving game state" means that in the winning lottery executed based on the passage of a game ball to the normal symbol gate 13, the average fluctuation time of the normal symbols corresponding to the lottery result is "non-time-saving game state". This refers to a gaming state in which the opening time of the second starting port 15 when a winning is won is likely to be set to be shorter than the "state". For example, when a game ball passes through the normal symbol gate 13, a winning lottery is carried out, and a variable display of the normal symbol is performed on the normal symbol display device 22, but the normal symbol is displayed for 30 seconds after the variable display starts. Stop and display after. If the lottery result is a win, the second starting port 15 is controlled to be open for 0.2 seconds after the normal symbol is stopped and displayed.

On the other hand, the "time-saving game state" means that in a winning lottery executed based on the passage of a game ball to the normal symbol gate 13, the average variation of the normal symbols corresponding to the lottery result is "non-time-saving game state". This is a game state in which the opening time of the second starting port 15 when a winning is won is set to be shorter than the "state" and longer than the "non-time saving game state", for example, 3 seconds. Furthermore, in the "non-time-saving gaming state", the probability of winning in the winning lottery is set as low as, for example, 1/16, and in the "time-saving gaming state", the probability of winning in the winning lottery is set as high as, for example, 15/16. Set. Therefore, in the "time-saving game state", when the game ball passes through the normal symbol gate 13, the second starting port 15 is more easily controlled to the open state than in the "non-time-saving game state". Thereby, in the "time-saving gaming state", the player can proceed with the game while suppressing the consumption of game balls.

In addition, in the embodiment, the "time-saving gaming state" is set so that the fluctuation time of the normal symbol, the opening time of the second starting port 15, and the winning probability of the winning lottery are more advantageous than the "non-time-saving gaming state". It is set. However, the "time-saving gaming state" may be set so that only one of the variation time of the normal symbol, the opening time of the second starting port 15, and the winning probability of the winning lottery is advantageous.

Next, details of various tables stored in the main ROM 110b will be explained with reference to FIGS. 5 to 12.

(Jackpot judgment table for jackpot lottery)
FIG. 5 is a diagram showing a jackpot determination table. Specifically, FIG. 5(a) is a jackpot determination table for a jackpot lottery triggered by the entry of a game ball into the first starting port 14, and FIG. This is a jackpot determination table for a jackpot lottery triggered by the entry of a game ball. In the tables of FIG. 5(a) and FIG. 5(b), the jackpot probability is the same.

As shown in FIGS. 5(a) and 5(b), the probability game state, the random number value for jackpot determination, and the jackpot determination result are associated with each other in the jackpot determination table.

The main CPU 110a refers to the jackpot determination table for the jackpot lottery shown in FIGS. 5(a) and 5(b), and determines that it is a "jackpot" based on the current probability game state and the acquired random value for jackpot determination. or “lost”.

For example, according to the jackpot determination table for the jackpot lottery shown in FIG. 5(a), when the game is in a low probability gaming state, two random numbers for jackpot determination, "7" and "8", are determined to be a jackpot. On the other hand, in a high probability gaming state, ten random numbers for jackpot determination from "7" to "16" are determined to be a jackpot. Note that if it is a random value other than the above, it is determined that it is a "lose".

Therefore, since the random number range for jackpot determination random numbers is from 0 to 599, the probability that it will be determined as a jackpot in the low probability gaming state is 1/300, and the probability that it will be determined as a jackpot in the high probability gaming state is 1/300. The probability is increased by 5 times to 1/60.

(Special design determination table)
FIG. 6 is a diagram showing a special symbol determination table for determining the type of special symbol that is stopped and displayed as a result of the variable display. Specifically, FIG. 6(a) is a special symbol determination table for a loss, and FIG. 6(b) is a special symbol determination table for a jackpot.

As shown in FIG. 6(a), the special symbol determination table in case of a loss includes the type of special symbol display device and information obtained when the game ball enters the first starting port 14 or the second starting port 15. The random number value for determining the special symbol and the losing special symbol (stop special symbol data) are associated with each other. In addition, a plurality of loss special symbols and a random number value for special symbol determination may be associated with each other so that a plurality of special symbols can be determined even in the case of a loss.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 6(b), the special symbol determination table for the jackpot includes the type of special symbol display device (the type of starting hole where the game ball won) and the first starting hole 14 or the second starting hole. A random number value for determining a special symbol obtained when a game ball enters the mouth 15 is associated with a jackpot special symbol (stop special symbol data).

The main CPU 110a refers to the special symbol determination table shown in FIG. 6 and determines the type of special symbol (stop special symbol data) based on the type of special symbol display device, random number value for special symbol determination, etc.

Then, when the special symbols start changing, a performance symbol designation command is determined as special symbol information based on the determined special symbol type (stop special symbol data). Here, each production design designation command is composed of 2 bytes of data, including 1 byte of MODE data to identify the classification of the control command, and 1 byte of DATA indicating the content of the control command to be executed. It consists of data. This also applies to the variation pattern designation command, etc., which will be described later.

Here, as will be described later, the type of special symbol (stop special symbol data) determines the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game (see Figure 7) and the type of jackpot game (see Figure 8). It can be said that the type of special symbol determines the gaming state after the jackpot game and the type of jackpot game. Therefore, in the column of special symbols in FIG. 6(b), explanations corresponding to the types of jackpot games are supplementarily described.

(Data table set at the end of jackpot game)
FIG. 7 is a jackpot game end setting data table for determining the gaming state after the jackpot game ends.

As shown in FIG. 7, the setting data table at the end of the jackpot game includes the stop special symbol data of the special symbol, the game state buffer, the game state after the end of the jackpot, the number of time-saving games (J), and the number of high-probability games. (X) are associated with each other.

Here, the "gaming state buffer" is information indicating the gaming state at the time of winning the jackpot. The gaming state is composed of a combination of a time-saving gaming state (or a non-time-saving gaming state) and a high-probability gaming state (or a low-probability gaming state).

Specifically, if the gaming state buffer is "00H", it indicates gaming state information of a low probability gaming state and a non-time saving gaming state in which both the time saving game flag and the high probability game flag are not set. If the gaming state buffer is "01H", it indicates gaming state information of a high probability gaming state and a non-time saving gaming state in which the time saving game flag is not set but the high probability game flag is set. If the gaming state buffer is "02H", it indicates gaming state information of a low probability gaming state and a time saving gaming state in which the time saving game flag is set but the high probability game flag is not set. If the gaming state buffer is "03H", it indicates gaming state information of a high probability gaming state and a time saving gaming state in which both the time saving game flag and the high probability game flag are set.

The main CPU 110a refers to the jackpot game end setting data table shown in FIG. 7, and determines the gaming state after the jackpot ends and the number of time-saving games (J) based on the stop special symbol data of the special symbols and the gaming state buffer. and the number of high probability games (X) are determined.

The feature of the jackpot game end setting data table shown in FIG. 7 in this embodiment is that it is configured to determine the time-saving gaming state (high-probability time-saving gaming state or low-probability time-saving gaming state) after all jackpot games are finished. has been done.

In addition, 10,000 times may be set as the number of time-saving games (J) or the number of high-probability games (X), but if the jackpot probability is taken into consideration, the jackpot game will not be played until the variable display of 10,000 times is executed. Since there is almost no chance that the game will not be played, 10,000 games can be essentially translated into the period until the next jackpot game.

In this embodiment, if the stop special symbol data of the special symbol is "stop special symbol data 01 (special symbol 1)", the probability is high after the jackpot ends, regardless of the gaming state before the jackpot game is executed. This will shift to a time-saving gaming state.
In addition, if the stop special pattern data of the special symbol is "stop special symbol data 02 (special symbol 2)", regardless of the gaming state before the jackpot game is executed, after the jackpot is over, the high probability time-saving game state will be entered. will be moved to.
In addition, if the stop special pattern data of the special symbol is "stop special symbol data 03 (special symbol 3)", regardless of the gaming state before the jackpot game is executed, after the jackpot is over, the low probability time saving game state will be entered. will be moved to.
Also, if the stop special pattern data of the special symbol is "stop special symbol data 04 (special symbol 4)", regardless of the gaming state before the jackpot game is executed, after the jackpot is over, the high probability time-saving game state will be entered. will be moved to.
In addition, if the stop special pattern data of the special symbol is "stop special symbol data 05 (special symbol 5)", regardless of the gaming state before the jackpot game is executed, after the jackpot is over, the low probability time saving game state will be entered. will be moved to.

(Special electric accessory operation mode determination table)
FIG. 8 is a special electric accessory operation mode determination table for determining the grand prize opening mode table. As will be described later, since a jackpot game is executed based on this jackpot opening mode table, it can be said that the jackpot opening mode table indicates the type of jackpot game. In this embodiment, the term "table" will be abbreviated as "TBL" as appropriate.

As shown in FIG. 8, the special electric accessory operation mode determination table is associated with special symbol stop special symbol data and a big winning opening opening mode table.

The main CPU 110a refers to the special electric accessory operation mode determination table shown in FIG. 8, and determines the big winning opening opening mode table based on the stop special symbol data of the special symbol.

(Big prize opening table)
FIG. 9 is a diagram showing the configuration of the grand prize opening mode table determined in FIG. 8, and the opening/closing conditions of the grand prize opening opening/closing door 16b are determined by the grand prize opening mode table.

Specifically, they are a group of tables for determining the jackpot opening mode for jackpots that are referred to during jackpot games, and include a first jackpot table, a second jackpot table, a third jackpot table, a fourth jackpot table, and a fifth jackpot table. It consists of a jackpot table.

The big winning opening opening mode determination table shown in FIG. The opening time until the round game is executed, the maximum number of openings of the big winning slot in each round game, the opening time of one big winning slot in each round game, and the one time of opening the big winning slot in each round game. The closing time, the interval time until the next round game is executed, and the ending time from the end of the last round game to the end of the jackpot game are associated.

The main CPU 110a executes a first jackpot game based on the first jackpot table, a second jackpot game based on the second jackpot table, a third jackpot game based on the third jackpot table, and a third jackpot game based on the third jackpot table. A fourth jackpot game is executed based on the fourth jackpot table, and a fifth jackpot game is executed based on the fifth jackpot table.

According to the first jackpot table and the fourth jackpot table shown in FIG. 9, the jackpot opening/closing door 16b is operated to open the jackpot 16 on the right side of the gaming area 6 for up to 29 seconds per round. The opening round game can be played for 16 rounds (16 times). However, if a specified number (9) of game balls enter the big winning hole 16 before the opening time elapses for 29 seconds, one round of gaming ends. Then, when the 16 round game ends, the jackpot game ends.

According to the second jackpot table, the third jackpot table, and the fifth jackpot table shown in FIG. A round game in which the game is opened for a maximum of 29 seconds can be played for 8 rounds (8 times). However, if a specified number (9) of game balls enter the big winning hole 16 before the opening time elapses for 29 seconds, one round of gaming ends. Then, when the 8 round game ends, the jackpot game ends.

(Special figure fluctuation pattern determination table)
FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a special symbol variation pattern determination table for determining a variation pattern (variation time, etc.) of special symbols as described later.

As shown in FIG. 10, the special symbol fluctuation pattern determination table includes a special symbol display device (type of starting opening), jackpot determination result, special symbol (stop special symbol data), random number value for reach determination, and special symbol. The number of reservations (U1 or U2), the random number value for special symbol variation, the variation pattern of the special symbol, and the variation time of the special symbol are associated.

Therefore, it can be said that the "variation pattern of special symbols" determines at least the jackpot determination result and the variation time of the special symbols. Moreover, since the configuration is such that when there is a jackpot, the reach is always performed, the random number for determining the reach is not referred to when there is a jackpot. The random number range for reach determination is set to 97 (0 to 96), and the random number range for special figure variation is set to 100 (0 to 99).

In addition, in the special symbol fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 10, fluctuation pattern (1) (normal fluctuation ) is set so that the variation time (Th2) of variation pattern (2) (shortened variation) is shorter than the variation time (Th1) of variation pattern (2) (shortened variation). For example, the variation time (Th1) of variation pattern (1) (normal variation) is set to 12 seconds, and the variation time (Th2) of variation pattern (2) (shortened variation) is set to 3 seconds. In addition, although the maximum number of balls "4" may be stored as the number of reserved special symbols, the fluctuation pattern of the special symbol is determined after subtracting 1 from the number of reserved special symbols. Therefore, "4" will not be referenced as the pending number.

The main CPU 110a refers to the special pattern fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. ), the special symbol variation pattern and the special symbol variation time are determined based on the random number value for reach determination and the random number value for special symbol variation.

Then, a special symbol variation pattern designation command is generated based on the determined special symbol variation pattern, and information on the special symbol variation pattern is transmitted to the production control board 120.

Here, the special symbol variation pattern designation command is composed of 1-byte MODE data for identifying the classification of the command, and 1-byte DATA data indicating the content (function) of the command. In this embodiment, when the MODE data is "E6H", it indicates a special symbol fluctuation pattern designation command of the first special symbol display device 20 corresponding to the winning of a game ball in the first starting hole 14, and the MODE data is "E6H". When it is "E7H", it indicates a special symbol variation pattern designation command of the second special symbol display device 21 corresponding to the game ball winning in the second starting hole 15.

Further, in the performance control board 120, the performance contents of the performance symbols 38 and the like are determined based on the variation pattern of the special symbol (variation pattern designation command), as will be described later. In the rightmost column of the special symbol variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 10, the performance contents of the performance symbols 38 and the like are described for reference.

Here, as for the production contents, "normal variation" and "shortened variation" mean that the plurality of production symbols 38 vary at high speed and stop without becoming a reach, and are different from normal variation. The shortening fluctuation differs from the shortening fluctuation in that the shortening fluctuation ends in a shorter fluctuation time than the normal fluctuation.

Furthermore, "reach" is a variation mode that gives the player a feeling of expectation of a jackpot, such as a part of the combination of performance symbols 38 that notifies a jackpot temporarily stopping, and other production symbols 38 that fluctuate. means. For example, if a combination of three-digit performance symbols 38 of "777" is set as a combination of performance symbols 38 that notify a jackpot, two performance symbols 38 will temporarily stop at "7" and the remaining performance will continue. This refers to the manner in which the symbol 38 is changing. It should be noted that the term "temporary stop" refers to a mode in which the performance symbols 38 are slightly swayed or deformed slightly to make it appear to the player that the performance symbols 38 are stopped.

In addition, "normal reach" means a reach with a low expectation level (hereinafter referred to as "jackpot expectation level") for executing a jackpot game in which two production symbols 38 temporarily stop and the remaining one production symbol 38 changes. are doing. In addition, in this embodiment, although a jackpot is not won by "normal reach", it may be configured so that a jackpot is won by "normal reach".
Furthermore, "SP reach" means super reach, which has higher jackpot expectations than normal reach. For example, it refers to a mode in which the effect pattern 38 that is not temporarily stopped makes a special change or a special character is displayed.
Moreover, "SPSP reach" means a special reach that is performed after the super reach and has higher jackpot expectations than the super reach.
In addition, "full rotation reach" means a mode in which the combinations of the plurality of performance symbols 38 that notify a jackpot are all set and fluctuate at a low speed, and in this embodiment, only when a jackpot lottery is won. It means the reach that is executed.

In addition, "pseudo series" means that during the variable display of special symbols corresponding to one jackpot lottery, the effect pattern 38 is temporarily stopped and then changed again, and the effect pattern 38 is changed and temporarily stopped. This means a variation mode in which the process is repeated multiple times.

(Pre-judgment table for jackpot lottery)
FIG. 11 is a diagram showing a preliminary determination table for determining the result of the jackpot lottery in advance.

As shown in FIG. 11, the preliminary determination table includes a special symbol display device (type of starting opening), a random value for jackpot determination, a random value for special symbol determination, a random value for reach determination, and a random value for special symbol variation. Random numbers and scheduled fluctuation patterns are associated with each other.

Here, it is possible to determine in advance whether it is a "jackpot" or "loss" by the random number value for jackpot determination obtained when the game ball enters the starting hole, and the type of special symbol (jackpot special Symbols, loss special symbols) can be determined in advance.
In addition, the planned fluctuation pattern (performance contents such as presence or absence of reach, type of reach) can be determined in advance by the random value for reach determination and the random value for special figure variation, so the starting opening prize designation command can be used as It is possible to include the type of jackpot and planned fluctuation pattern.

The main CPU 110a refers to the preliminary determination table shown in FIG. 11, and determines the special symbol display device (type of starting opening), random value for jackpot determination, random value for special symbol determination, random value for reach determination, and special symbol fluctuation. A planned fluctuation pattern is determined based on the random number value. Then, a starting opening winning designation command is generated according to the determined scheduled fluctuation pattern.

This starting entry prize designation command is composed of 1-byte MODE data for identifying the classification of the command, and 1-byte DATA data indicating the content (function) of the command. In this embodiment, when the MODE data is "E8H", it indicates the starting hole winning designation command corresponding to the winning of a game ball in the first starting hole 14, and when the MODE data is "E9H", the second starting hole A starting opening winning designation command corresponding to the winning of a game ball in the opening 15 is shown.

Note that the advance determination table shown in FIG. 11 is similar to the special symbol fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 10. However, the difference is that the preliminary determination table shown in FIG. 11 is used when the game ball enters the starting hole, whereas the special pattern fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 10 is used when the special symbol fluctuation starts. ing. In addition, there is a difference whether or not the "number of reservations" is referred to.

For this reason, in the preliminary determination table shown in FIG. 11, it is possible to distinguish the types of jackpots and reach, but it is impossible to distinguish between "normal variation" and "shortening variation" (as shown in FIG. 11). (See “Planned Fluctuation Pattern”).

Further, the preliminary determination table shown in FIG. 11 is a preliminary determination table for a jackpot lottery that is referenced in a low probability gaming state, but although not shown, there is also a preliminary determination table for a jackpot lottery that is referred to in a high probability gaming state. It is stored in the main ROM 110b.
The preliminary determination table for the jackpot lottery that is referenced in the high-probability gaming state has the same structure as the preliminary determination table shown in FIG. The random number value for jackpot determination is different.

FIG. 12 is a diagram showing a table regarding normal symbols and the movable starting piece 15b of the second starting port 15. Specifically, FIG. 12(a) is a diagram showing a hit determination table for a winning lottery, and FIG. 12(b) is a diagram showing a normal drawing table for determining the type of normal symbol that is stopped and displayed as a result of the variable display. It is a diagram showing a symbol determination table. In addition, FIG. 12(c) is a normal pattern variation pattern determination table for determining the variation time of the normal symbol, and FIG. 12(d) shows the opening mode of the starting movable piece 15b when winning the winning lottery. It is a figure which shows the starting port opening mode determination table for determining.

(Win determination table for winning lottery)
As shown in FIG. 12(a), in the hit determination table, the presence or absence of a time-saving gaming state, the random number value for hit determination, and the win determination result are associated.

The main CPU 110a refers to the hit determination table shown in FIG. 12(a) and determines whether it is a "win" or "lose" based on the current time-saving gaming state and the acquired random number value for winning determination. judge. For example, according to the hit determination table shown in FIG. 12(a), when the game is in a non-time-saving gaming state, one specific random number value for hit determination, "0", is determined to be a win. On the other hand, in the time-saving game state, 15 random numbers for winning determination from "0" to "14" are determined to be a win. Note that if it is a random value other than the above, it is determined that it is a "lose". Therefore, since the random number range for winning determination is from 0 to 15, the probability of being determined to be a win in the non-time-saving gaming state is 1/16, and the probability of being determined to be a winning in the time-saving gaming state is 15. /16.

(Normal symbol determination table)
As shown in FIG. 12(b), the normal symbol determination table associates the presence or absence of a time-saving gaming state, the hit determination result, the random value for determining a normal symbol, and the normal symbol (stopped regular symbol data). There is.

The main CPU 110a refers to the normal symbol determination table shown in FIG. 12(b), and determines the normal symbol to be stopped and displayed based on the current time-saving gaming state, the hit determination result, and the acquired random value for determining the normal symbol. (stop general map data) is determined.

Then, when the fluctuation of the ordinary symbol starts, the main CPU 110a determines the ordinary symbol designation command as the information of the ordinary symbol based on the determined type of ordinary symbol (stopped ordinary symbol data), and determines the determined ordinary symbol designation command. will be transmitted to the production control board 120.

Here, as shown in FIG. 12(d), since the opening mode of the starting movable piece 15b is determined by the normal pattern (stop normal pattern data), the type of the normal pattern determines the opening mode of the starting movable piece 15b. It can be said that it is decided.

(Public figure fluctuation pattern determination table)
FIG. 12(c) is a diagram showing a normal symbol fluctuation pattern determination table for determining a normal symbol fluctuation pattern (such as fluctuation time) as described later.

As shown in FIG. 12(c), the ordinary symbol fluctuation pattern determination table associates the presence or absence of the time-saving gaming state, the lottery result of the winning lottery, the random value for ordinary symbol variation, and the fluctuation time of ordinary symbols. ing.

The main CPU 110a refers to the normal pattern fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. Determine the variation time.

Then, when the normal symbol fluctuation starts, the main CPU 110a determines a regular symbol fluctuation designation command as information on the fluctuation time of the regular symbol based on the determined fluctuation time of the regular symbol, and determines the determined regular symbol fluctuation designation command. will be transmitted to the production control board 120.

As a feature of the regular pattern fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 12(c), the fluctuation time of the time-saving gaming state (3 seconds or 5 seconds) is the fluctuation time of the non-time-saving gaming state (30 seconds or 40 seconds). It is designed to be shorter than.

(Starting port opening mode determination table of starting movable piece)
As shown in FIG. 12(d), the starting port opening mode determination table includes the stop normal pattern data (normal pattern), the maximum number of openings of the starting movable piece 15b, the opening time of the auxiliary game, and the second starting port 15. The opening time, the interval time, and the ending time of the auxiliary game are associated with each other.

The main CPU 110a refers to the starting port opening mode determination table shown in FIG. 12(d), and determines the maximum number of openings of the starting movable piece 15b, opening time, opening time, closing time, interval time, Decide the ending time.

In this embodiment, in the starting port opening mode determination table shown in FIG. The opening mode is an open mode, and the starting port opening mode based on the stop general map data = 03 is an opening mode that is more advantageous than the starting port opening mode based on the stop general map data = 02.

Then, as shown in the normal symbol determination table of FIG. 12(b), when a win occurs in the time-saving gaming state, the stopped normal symbol data = 03, which is the most advantageous opening mode, is selected. Thereby, in the time-saving game state, the starting movable piece 15b operates more advantageously for the player than in the non-time-saving game state.

(Various storage areas)
FIG. 13 is a diagram showing various storage areas set in the main RAM 110c. Specifically, FIG. 13(a) shows the special figure determination information (random value for jackpot determination, special symbol determination It is a figure showing a special figure judgment information storage area in which a random number value, a random number value for reach judgment, a random number value for special figure fluctuation) are stored, and FIG. 13(b) is a diagram showing each storage part of the special figure judgment information storage area. FIG. 13(c) is a diagram showing the configuration, and FIG. 13(c) shows the normal pattern determination information (random value for hit judgment, random value for normal pattern determination, normal pattern fluctuation) acquired when the game ball passes through the normal pattern gate 13. FIG. 13(d) is a diagram showing the configuration of each storage section of the normal figure determination information storage area.

As shown in FIG. 13(a), the special figure determination information storage area is a first special figure determination information pending storage in which special figure determination information acquired based on winning of a game ball to the first starting port 14 is stored. area, a second special figure judgment information holding storage area in which special figure judgment information obtained based on winning of a game ball to the second starting port 15 is stored, and special figure judgment information during execution of variable display is stored. The first special figure judgment information holding storage area and the second special figure judgment information holding storage area are each divided from the first storage part to the fourth storage part. There is.

Note that the number of pieces of undetermined special symbol determination information stored in the first to fourth storage portions of the first special symbol determination information reservation storage area becomes the first special symbol reservation number (U1), and these undetermined The number of reserved icons corresponding to the special figure determination information is displayed in the first reserved icon display area 72a, and the number of undetermined special figure determination information stored in the second special figure determination information reservation storage area is displayed as the second special symbol. The number of reservations (U2) is reached, and the number of reservation icons corresponding to these undetermined special figure determination information is displayed in the second reservation icon display area 72b, and the variable display (variable effect) stored in the special figure execution storage area is displayed. The variable icon corresponding to the special figure determination information being executed will be displayed in the variable icon display area 73.

In addition, the number of pieces of undetermined special figure determination information stored in the first to fourth storage units of the first special figure determination information reservation storage area is determined by the number of pieces of undetermined special figure determination information stored in the first reservation number display area provided in the image display device 31. The number of pieces of undetermined special figure determination information that is displayed as a number in 74a and stored in the second special figure determination information reservation storage area is displayed as a number in the second reservation number display area 74b provided in the image display device 31. will be done.

As shown in FIG. 13(b), each storage unit includes a random number storage area for jackpot determination for storing random number values for jackpot determination, and a special symbol determination random number storage area for storing random number values for special symbol determination. It is divided into a numerical value storage area, a random number storage area for reach determination for storing random number values for reach determination, and a random number storage area for special figure variation for storing random number values for special figure variation.

Then, when the game ball enters the first starting port 14 and the special figure determination information is acquired, the special figure determination information is stored in the first to fourth storage sections of the first special figure determination information retention storage area. The acquired special figure determination information is stored in the storage unit with the smallest number that is not stored. Furthermore, when the game ball enters the second starting port 15 and the special figure determination information is acquired, the special figure determination information is stored in the first to fourth storage sections of the second special figure determination information retention storage area. The acquired special figure determination information will be stored in the storage unit with the smallest number that is not stored.

In the special figure execution storage area, when the start condition for the variable display of the first special symbol is satisfied, the special figure determination information stored in the first memory of the first special figure determination information reservation storage area is shifted, and the first special figure determination information is shifted. Referenced to execute variable display of symbols. In addition, when the start condition for the variable display of the second special symbol is met, the special symbol determination information stored in the first storage section of the second special symbol determination information reservation storage area is shifted, and the variable display of the second special symbol is shifted. Referenced to execute.

As shown in FIG. 13(c), the normal figure determination information storage area includes a normal figure determination information retention storage area in which the normal figure determination information acquired based on the passage of the game ball to the normal symbol gate 13 is stored; The ordinary figure execution storage area stores the ordinary figure determination information during the fluctuating display, and the ordinary figure determination information holding storage area is divided into a first storage part to a fourth storage part. Note that the number of pieces of undetermined normal symbol determination information stored in the first to fourth storage portions of the ordinary symbol determination information reservation storage area is the normal symbol reservation number (G).

As shown in FIG. 13(d), each storage unit includes a random number storage area for hit determination for storing random number values for hit determination, and a random number storage area for normal symbol determination for storing random number values for normal symbol determination. It is divided into a numerical value storage area and a random value storage area for normal figure variation for storing random value for normal figure variation. Then, when the game ball passes through the normal pattern gate 13 and the normal pattern judgment information is acquired, the normal pattern judgment information is not stored in the first to fourth storage parts of the normal pattern judgment information retention storage area. The acquired common figure determination information will be stored in the storage unit with the smallest number.

In the normal pattern execution storage area, when the start condition for the variable display of normal symbols is met, the normal pattern determination information stored in the first storage section of the normal pattern determination information retention storage area is shifted, and the normal pattern pattern execution storage area starts the variable display of normal symbols. Referenced for execution.

Next, the progress of the game in the gaming machine 1 will be explained using a flowchart.

(Main processing of main control board)
The main processing of the main control board 110 will be explained using FIG. 14. FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing main processing in the main control board 110.

When power is supplied by the power supply board 140, a system reset occurs in the main CPU 110a, and the main CPU 110a performs the following main processing.

First, the main CPU 110a performs initialization processing consisting of steps S1 to S14. Specifically, the main CPU 110a permits access to the main RAM 110c in step S1.

In step S2, the main CPU 110a determines whether a backup flag indicating that the power is restored is set in the main RAM 110c. If the backup flag is set, the process moves to step S3, and if the backup flag is not set, the process moves to step S11.

In step S3, the main CPU 110a calculates the checksum of the main RAM 110c, and in step S4, compares the checksum stored in the main RAM 110c at the time of the previous power-off with the newly calculated checksum, and determines that the checksum is Determine whether it is normal or not. If the checksum is normal, the process moves to step S5, and if the checksum is not normal, there is an abnormality in the data stored in the main RAM 110c (the control state before the power cut cannot be returned normally). ), the process moves to step S11.

In step S5, the main CPU 110a determines whether the RAM clear switch 111a is turned on. If the RAM clear switch 111a is not ON, processing is performed at the time of power restoration and the process moves to step S6; if the RAM clear switch 111a is ON, processing is performed at power-on. The process moves to step S12.

In step S6, the main CPU 110a clears the backup flag and checksum stored in the main RAM 110c, and performs RAM settings when the power is restored. By performing this process, the progress state (control state) of the game is restored (recovered) to the state before the power was turned off, so it is possible to restart the game from the state before the power was turned off.

The main CPU 110a performs initial settings of devices around the CPU in step S7. Specifically, the output settings to the production control board 120, the settings of the CTC (CounterTimer Circuit) to be used, the interrupt timer (4 milliseconds) of the CTC to be used, etc. are set.

In step S8, the main CPU 110a sets a power recovery designation command indicating that the control state of the game has been restored and the gaming state before the power outage in the production transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c, and executes the process in step S20. Move. As a result, a power recovery designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 120, and the effect control board 120 performs processing for executing power recovery notification.

Note that the power restoration notification refers to displaying a power restoration screen (image) on the image display device 31 indicating that the power has been restored, or outputting a power restoration notification sound from the audio output device 32 indicating that the power has been restored. It is to do something.

Note that the power recovery designation command may not include information indicating the current gaming state, and the gaming state designation command indicating the current gaming state may be transmitted before or after transmitting the power restoration designation command.

In step S9, the main CPU 110a sets a special symbol storage designation command indicating the first special symbol retention number (U1) and the second special symbol retention number (U2) in the performance transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. As a result, a special symbol storage designation command is sent to the performance control board 120, and the performance control board 120 is able to grasp the number of reserved special symbols, and the image display device 31 displays the first reservation icon and the second reservation icon. Processing will be performed to display the .

In step S10, the main CPU 110a sets a normal symbol storage designation command indicating the number of reserved symbols (G) in the performance transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. As a result, a normal symbol storage designation command is sent to the production control board 120, and the production control board 120 can grasp the number of normal symbols stored.

In step S11, the main CPU 110a clears all areas of the main RAM 110c, performs RAM settings at power-on, and moves the process to step S13.

In step S12, the main CPU 110a clears the used area of the main RAM 110c, performs RAM settings at power-on, and moves the process to step S13. By performing this process, the progress state (control state) of the game is initialized to the initial state.

The main CPU 110a performs initial settings of devices around the CPU in step S13. Specifically, the output settings to the production control board 120, the settings of the CTC (CounterTimer Circuit) to be used, the interrupt timer (4 milliseconds) of the CTC to be used, etc. are set.

In step S14, the main CPU 110a sets a power-on designation command indicating that the control state of the game has been initialized (RAM cleared) in the production transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c, and moves the process to step S15. As a result, a power-on designation command is transmitted to the production control board 120, and the production control board 120 performs processing for executing power-on notification.

Note that the power-on notification includes displaying a power-on screen (image) on the image display device 31 indicating that the power has been turned on, or displaying a RAM clear notification from the audio output device 32 indicating that the main RAM 110c has been initialized. It means outputting sound.

In step S15, the main CPU 110a performs a process of updating the random number value for reach determination and the random number value for special symbol variation to determine the variation pattern (variation time) of the special symbol, and in step S16, updates the random number value for jackpot determination. The initial random value, the initial random value for special symbol determination, the initial random value for hit determination, and the initial random value for normal symbol determination are updated.

In step S17, the main CPU 110a determines whether a power outage has occurred. Specifically, it is determined whether a power failure detection signal is input from a power failure detection circuit provided on the power supply board 140. If a power outage occurs, the process moves to step S18, and if a power outage does not occur, the process moves to step S15 so that the process loops.

The main CPU 110a disables timer interrupts in step S18, clears the output port in step S19, calculates the checksum of the main RAM 110c in step S20, and sets it in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c, and in step S21 In step S22, access to the main RAM 110c is prohibited, and the process waits until the supply of power supply voltage is completely cut off.

Note that when the power is turned off and when the power is turned on, the checksum of all used areas of the main RAM 110c is calculated and compared, but all areas including unused areas are checked. The sum may be calculated and compared.

(Timer interrupt processing of main control board)
The timer interrupt processing of the main control board 110 will be explained using FIG. 15. FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing timer interrupt processing in the main control board 110.

The reset clock pulse generation circuit provided in the main control board 110 generates clock pulses at predetermined intervals (4 milliseconds), thereby executing the timer interrupt process described below.

First, in step S100, the main CPU 110a saves information stored in a register of the main CPU 110a to a stack area.

The main CPU 110a performs time control processing in step S110. Specifically, the process of updating the special symbol time counter, the process of updating the special game timer counter such as the opening time of special electric accessories, the process of updating the normal symbol time counter, the process of updating the opening/closing time of the starting movable piece 15b, etc. Processing to update (subtract 1) various timer counters is performed.

The main CPU 110a performs random number update processing in step S120. Specifically, processing is performed to update the random number values for jackpot determination, the random number values for special symbol determination, the random number values for hit determination, the random number values for normal symbol determination, and the random number values for normal symbol variation. More specifically, each random value and random number counter are incremented by 1. In addition, if the added random number counter exceeds the maximum value of the random number range (when the random number counter completes one cycle), the random number counter is reset to 0 and each random number is updated from the initial random number at that time. .

The main CPU 110a performs an initial random value update process in step S130. Specifically, processing is performed to update (increase by 1) the initial random number value for jackpot determination, the initial random number value for special symbol determination, the initial random value for hit determination, and the initial random number value for normal symbol determination.

The main CPU 110a performs input control processing in step S200. Specifically, it is determined whether there is an input to various switches such as the general winning opening detection switch 12a, the big winning opening detection switch 16a, the first starting opening detection switch 14a, the second starting opening detection switch 15a, and the gate detection switch 13a. , when there is an input, performs processing to set predetermined data. The details will be described later using FIG. 16.

The main CPU 110a performs special figure special electric control processing in step S300. Specifically, processing is performed to control jackpot lottery, variable display of special symbols, opening/closing of jackpot 16, changes in gaming status, etc. The details will be described later using FIG. 19.

The main CPU 110a performs general electric power control processing in step S400. Specifically, the winning lottery, the variable display of normal symbols, the opening/closing of the starting movable piece 15b, etc. are controlled. The details will be described later using FIG. 26.

The main CPU 110a performs a payout control process in step S500. Specifically, with reference to each prize ball counter, a process is performed in which a command for specifying the number of payouts corresponding to various winning holes is generated and set in the transmission buffer of the main RAM 110c. As a result, a command for specifying the number of balls to be put out is transmitted to the payout control board 130, and a process is performed to pay out the number of game balls from the payout device according to the command for specifying the number of balls to be put out.

The main CPU 110a performs game progress data creation processing in step S600. Specifically, the external information signal output from the game information output terminal board 30, the drive data of the starting opening/closing solenoid 15c, the driving data of the big winning opening/closing solenoid 16c, the display data of the first special symbol display device 20, the second Display data of special symbol display device 21, display data of normal symbol display device 22, display data of first special symbol reservation display 23, display data of second special symbol reservation display 24, display of normal symbol reservation display 25 Performs processing to create output data related to game progress, such as data.

Main CPU 110a performs output control processing in step S700. Specifically, processing is performed to output the various display data created in step S600 above. It also performs processing for transmitting commands set in the performance transmission data storage area and transmission buffer of the main RAM 110c to the performance control board 120 and payout control board 130.

In step S800, the main CPU 110a restores the information saved in step S100 to the register of the main CPU 110a.

(Input control processing of main control board)
The input control process of the main control board 110 will be explained using FIG. 16. FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing input control processing in the main control board 110.

The main CPU 110a performs general winning opening detection switch input processing in step S210. Specifically, it is determined whether or not a detection signal is input from the general winning opening detection switch 12a, and when the detection signal is input, a process of adding 1 to the winning ball counter for the general winning opening is performed.

The main CPU 110a performs a big winning opening detection switch input process in step S220. Specifically, it is determined whether or not a detection signal is input from the big winning opening detection switch 16a, and when the detection signal is input, a process of adding 1 to the winning ball counter for the big winning opening is performed.

The main CPU 110a performs a first starting port detection switch input process in step S230. Specifically, it is determined whether or not a detection signal is input from the first starting opening detection switch 14a, and when the detection signal is input, 1 is added to the prize ball counter for the first starting opening, and the first special If the number of reserved symbols (U1) is less than 4, the first special symbol reserved number (U1) is added by 1, the special symbol determination information is acquired, and the special symbol determination information is stored in a predetermined storage section (first When stored in the storage unit to fourth storage unit), processing is performed. The details will be described later using FIG. 17.

The main CPU 110a performs second starting port detection switch input processing in step S240. Specifically, it is determined whether or not a detection signal from the second starting port detection switch 15a is input, and when the detection signal is input, 1 is added to the prize ball counter for the second starting port, and the second If the number of reserved special symbols (U2) is less than 4, the second number of reserved special symbols (U2) is added by 1, and the special symbol determination information is acquired and stored in a predetermined storage section (the first storage unit to fourth storage unit). The details will be described later using FIG. 18.

The main CPU 110a performs gate detection switch input processing in step S250, and ends the current input control processing. Specifically, it is determined whether or not a detection signal is input from the gate detection switch 13a, and when the detection signal is input, if the number of normal symbols held (G) is less than 4, the number of normal symbols held (G) is changed. At the same time as adding 1, processing is performed to acquire the ordinary figure determination information and store it in a predetermined storage section (first to fourth storage sections) of the ordinary figure determination information storage area.

(Input processing of the first starting port detection switch on the main control board)
The first starting port detection switch input process of the main control board 110 will be explained using FIG. 17. FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing the first starting port detection switch input process in the main control board 110.

First, in step S230-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether a detection signal is input from the first starting port detection switch 14a. If the detection signal is input, the process moves to step S230-2, and if the detection signal is not input, the current first starting port detection switch input process ends.

In step S230-2, the main CPU 110a performs a process of adding 1 to the prize ball counter (3 prize ball counter) for the first starting opening used for prize balls to update it.

The main CPU 110a determines whether the first special symbol reservation number (U1) is less than 4 in step S230-3. If the first special symbol reservation number (U1) is less than 4, the process moves to step S230-4, and if the first special symbol reservation number (U1) is not less than 4, the current first starting opening Detection switch input processing ends.

In step S230-4, the main CPU 110a adds "1" to the first special symbol reservation number (U1) and stores the result, and in step S230-5, the main CPU 110a adds "1" to the first special symbol reservation number (U1) and stores the result. The specified command is set in the performance transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Thereby, a special symbol storage designation command is transmitted to the performance control board 120, and it becomes possible to perform processing such as displaying the first pending icon on the image display device 31.

In step S230-6, the main CPU 110a acquires the special figure determination information, searches the vacant memory sections in order from the first memory section in the first special figure determination information storage area, and searches the vacant memory sections. The special figure determination information obtained in the above is stored.

The main CPU 110a performs preliminary determination processing in step S230-7. Specifically, with reference to the jackpot lottery preliminary determination table shown in FIG. 11, the type of special symbol display device, the random value for jackpot determination acquired this time, the random value for special symbol determination, the random value for reach determination, and A process is performed to determine a scheduled variation pattern based on the random number value for special figure variation.

In step S230-8, the main CPU 110a sets a starting opening winning designation command indicating the scheduled fluctuation pattern determined in the preliminary determination process in step S230-7 to the performance transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c, and 1 Finish the starting port detection switch input process.

As a result, a starting hole winning designation command is sent to the performance control board 120, and before the variable display of special symbols triggered by the winning of the game ball to the first starting hole 14 starts (1 or executing a look-ahead effect that is determined based on the preliminary determination result and foretells that there is a possibility that a jackpot game will be executed (over the variable display of a plurality of special symbols). becomes possible.

(Input processing of the second starting port detection switch on the main control board)
The second starting port detection switch input process of the main control board 110 will be explained using FIG. 18. FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing the second starting port detection switch input process in the main control board 110.

First, in step S240-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether a detection signal is input from the second starting port detection switch 15a. If the detection signal is input, the process moves to step S240-2, and if the detection signal is not input, the current second starting port detection switch input process ends.

In step S240-2, the main CPU 110a performs a process of adding 1 to the prize ball counter (one prize ball counter) for the second starting opening used for prize balls to update it.

In step S240-3, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the auxiliary game is currently being played. If the auxiliary game is not in progress, the process moves to step S240-5, and if the auxiliary game is in progress, in step S240-4, the second starting opening winning ball counter (D) is incremented by 1 and updated.

The main CPU 110a determines whether the second special symbol reservation number (U2) is less than 4 in step S240-5. If the second special symbol retention number (U2) is less than 4, the process moves to step S240-6, and if the second special symbol retention number (U2) is not less than 4, the current second starting opening Detection switch input processing ends.

In step S240-6, the main CPU 110a adds "1" to the second special symbol reservation number (U2) and stores it, and in step S240-7, the main CPU 110a adds "1" to the second special symbol retention number (U2) and stores it, and in step S240-7, the main CPU 110a adds "1" to the second special symbol retention number (U2) and stores it in the special symbol memory indicating the second special symbol retention number (U2). The specified command is set in the performance transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Thereby, a special symbol storage designation command is transmitted to the performance control board 120, and it becomes possible to perform processing such as displaying the second pending icon on the image display device 31.

In step S240-8, the main CPU 110a acquires the special figure determination information, searches the vacant memory sections in order from the first memory section in the second special figure determination information storage area, and searches the vacant memory sections. The special figure determination information obtained in the above is stored.

The main CPU 110a performs preliminary determination processing in step S240-9. Specifically, with reference to the jackpot lottery preliminary determination table shown in FIG. 11, the type of special symbol display device, the random value for jackpot determination acquired this time, the random value for special symbol determination, the random value for reach determination, and A process is performed to determine a scheduled variation pattern based on the random number value for special figure variation.

In step S240-10, the main CPU 110a sets a starting opening prize designation command indicating the scheduled fluctuation pattern determined in the preliminary determination process in step S240-9 in the performance transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c, and 2. End the starting port detection switch input process.

As a result, a starting hole winning designation command is sent to the performance control board 120, and before the variable display of special symbols triggered by the winning of the game ball to the second starting hole 15 starts (1 or executing a look-ahead effect that is determined based on the preliminary determination result and foretells that there is a possibility that a jackpot game will be executed (over the variable display of a plurality of special symbols). becomes possible.

(Special figure special electric control processing of main control board)
The special figure special electric control process of the main control board 110 will be explained using FIG. FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing the special figure special electric control process in the main control board 110.

First, in step S301, the main CPU 110a loads the special figure special electric line processing data, and if the special figure special electric line processing data = 0, the process moves to the special symbol memory determination process (step S310), and the special figure special electric line processing data = 1 If so, the process is moved to special symbol fluctuation processing (step S320), if the special symbol tokuden processing data = 2, the processing is shifted to special symbol stop processing (step S330), and if the special symbol tokuden processing data = 3, it is a jackpot. The process moves to the game process (step S340), and if the special figure special electric line process data=4, the process moves to the jackpot game end process (step S350).

This "special figure special electric line processing data" is set as necessary in each subroutine of the special figure special electric line control process as described later, so that the necessary subroutines are processed as appropriate as the game progresses. Become.

The main CPU 110a performs special symbol storage determination processing in step S310, and ends the current special symbol special electric control processing. Specifically, a jackpot determination process, a special symbol determination process for determining a special symbol to be stopped and displayed, a variation time determination process for determining a variation time of the special symbol, etc. are performed. The details will be described later using FIG. 20.

The main CPU 110a performs special symbol variation processing in step S320, and ends the current special symbol special electric control processing. Specifically, a process is performed to determine whether or not the special symbol variation time has elapsed, and when the special symbol variation time has elapsed, a process to move to the special symbol stop process of step S330 is performed. The details will be described later using FIG. 22.

The main CPU 110a performs a special symbol stop process in step S330, and ends the current special symbol special electric control process. Specifically, in addition to performing processing corresponding to the stopped and displayed special symbols (jackpot symbols, losing symbols), the number of time-saving games (J), the time-saving game flag, the number of high-probability games (X), and the high-probability game flag are Perform the processing to set. The details will be described later using FIG. 23.

The main CPU 110a performs the jackpot game process in step S340, and ends the current special figure special electric control process. Specifically, processing for controlling the jackpot game is performed. The details will be described later using FIG. 24.

In step S350, the main CPU 110a performs a jackpot game end process and ends the current special figure special electric control process. Specifically, a process is performed to determine either a high probability gaming state or a low probability gaming state, and also to determine a gaming state, either a time saving gaming state or a non-time saving gaming state. . The details will be described later using FIG. 25.

(Special symbol memory determination processing of main control board)
The special symbol storage determination process of the main control board 110 will be explained using FIG. 20. FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing special symbol storage determination processing in the main control board 110.

First, in step S310-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not a special symbol is being displayed in a variable manner. If the special symbol is being displayed in a variable manner (special symbol time counter ≠ 0), the current special symbol memory determination process is terminated, and if the special symbol is not in a variable display (special symbol time counter = 0), The process moves to step S310-2.

The main CPU 110a determines whether the second special symbol reservation number (U2) is 1 or more in step S310-2. If the second special symbol reservation number (U2) is 1 or more, the process moves to step S310-3, and if the second special symbol reservation number (U2) is not 1 or more, the process goes to step S310-4. move.

In step S310-3, the main CPU 110a subtracts 1 from the second special symbol reservation number (U2) to update it, and moves the process to step S310-6.

The main CPU 110a determines whether the first special symbol reservation number (U1) is 1 or more in step S310-4. If it is determined that the first special symbol reservation number (U1) is 1 or more, the process moves to step S310-5, and if the first special symbol reservation number (U1) is not 1 or more, step S318- Move processing to step 1.

In step S310-5, the main CPU 110a subtracts 1 from the first special symbol reservation number (U1) to update it, and moves the process to step S310-6.

In step S310-6, the main CPU 110a determines the special symbol determination stored in the special symbol determination information retention storage area corresponding to the special symbol retention number (U) subtracted in step S310-3 or step S310-5. Shift information (storage area shift). Specifically, each special symbol determination information stored in the first to fourth storage sections in the first special symbol determination information storage area or the second special symbol determination information storage area is stored in the previous memory. shift to the department. Here, the special figure determination information stored in the first storage section is shifted to the special figure execution storage area (0th storage section). At this time, the special symbol determination information used in the previous variable display of special symbols, which has already been written in the special symbol execution storage area (0th storage section), is erased.

In addition, in this embodiment, the second special symbol reservation number (U2) is given priority over the first special symbol reservation number (U1) and is subtracted, but the first special symbol The number of reserved symbols (U1) and the number of second special symbols reserved (U2) may be subtracted, or the first number of reserved special symbols (U1) may be subtracted with priority over the number of second special symbols reserved (U2). You may also do so.

In step S310-7, the main CPU 110a displays a special symbol indicating the first special symbol retention number (U1) or the second special symbol retention number (U2) subtracted in step S310-3 or step S310-5. A symbol storage designation command is determined, and the determined special symbol storage designation command is set in the performance transmission data storage area. As a result, a special symbol storage designation command is sent to the production control board 120, and the number of the first pending icon or the second pending icon displayed on the image display device 31 is reduced, or the first pending icon or Processing such as changing the second pending icon to the variable icon will be performed.

The main CPU 110a performs jackpot determination processing in step S311. Specifically, with reference to the jackpot determination table shown in FIG. With reference to the special symbol determination table shown in FIG. (Special figure data) is determined. The details will be described later using FIG. 21.

In step S312, the main CPU 110a performs special figure fluctuation pattern determination processing. Specifically, with reference to the special symbol fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 10, the special symbol display device (type of starting opening), jackpot lottery result, special symbol, number of special symbols reserved (U), special symbol execution A variation pattern of the special symbol is determined based on the random number value for reach determination and the random number value for special symbol variation stored in the storage area.

In step S313, the main CPU 110a sets a variation pattern designation command corresponding to the determined variation pattern in the production transmission data storage area. As a result, a variation pattern designation command is sent to the production control board 120, and the production control board 120 performs processing to execute a variation production according to the variation pattern in order to correspond to the variation display of the special symbol. .

In step S314, the main CPU 110a confirms the gaming state at the start of the variation, and sets a gaming state designation command corresponding to the current gaming state in the performance transmission data storage area. Thereby, a gaming state designation command is transmitted to the production control board 120, and it becomes possible to grasp the gaming state on the production control board 120.

In step S315, the main CPU 110a sets the special symbol fluctuation time (counter value) based on the fluctuation pattern determined in step S312 above in the special symbol time counter. Note that the special symbol time counter is decremented every 4 ms in S110.

The main CPU 110a starts variable display of special symbols in step S316. Specifically, the variable display data of the special symbol is set in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c. As a result, display data for variably displaying special symbols on the first special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device is created in step S600, and the created data is output in step S700. Then, the special symbols are displayed in a variable manner on the first special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device 21.

In step S317, the main CPU 110a sets the special symbol special electric processing data=1, prepares to move the processing to the special symbol variation processing shown in FIG. 22, and ends the current special symbol storage determination processing.

In step S318-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not there is a customer waiting state flag indicating that the player is in a customer waiting state (standby state) in which a variable display of special symbols or a jackpot game is not being executed. If there is a customer waiting state flag, the current special symbol storage determination process is ended, and if there is no customer waiting state flag, the process moves to step S318-2.

In step S318-2, the main CPU 110a sets a customer waiting state flag indicating that the customer is waiting in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c, and in step S318-3, sets a customer waiting state flag indicating that the customer is waiting. The designated command is set in the performance transmission data storage area, and the current special symbol storage determination process is completed. As a result, a customer waiting state designation command is transmitted to the performance control board 120, and the performance control board 120 performs processing for executing the customer waiting performance.

(Main control board jackpot determination process)
The jackpot determination process of the main control board 110 will be explained using FIG. 21. FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing the jackpot determination process in the main control board 110.

The main CPU 110a determines whether or not it is a jackpot in step S311-1. Specifically, when the special figure determination information stored in the special figure execution storage area is shifted from the first special figure determination information reservation storage area, the jackpot lottery shown in FIG. 5(a) Referring to the jackpot judgment table, if the special figure judgment information stored in the special figure execution storage area is shifted from the second special figure judgment information reservation storage area, the jackpot shown in FIG. 5(b) is determined. Referring to the lottery jackpot determination table, it is determined whether or not it is a "jackpot" based on the random number value for jackpot determination stored in the special figure execution storage area. If it is a jackpot, the process moves to step S311-2, and if it is not a jackpot, the process moves to step S311-5.

The main CPU 110a performs jackpot symbol determination processing in step S311-2. Specifically, with reference to the special symbol determination table for jackpot shown in FIG. 6(b), the type of jackpot special symbol to be stopped and displayed is determined based on the random value for special symbol determination stored in the special symbol execution storage area. is determined, and stop special pattern data corresponding to the determined type of jackpot special symbol is set in the stop special pattern data storage area.

The stop special symbol data set in the stop special symbol data storage area is used to determine whether or not it is a "jackpot symbol" in the special symbol stop process in FIG. 23, which will be described later, and also in the jackpot game process in FIG. 24. It is also used to determine the operating mode of the big winning opening, and is also used to determine the gaming state after the jackpot ends in the jackpot game ending process of FIG. 25.

In step S311-3, the main CPU 110a sets a jackpot performance symbol designation command corresponding to the stop special symbol data determined in step S311-2 to the performance transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. As a result, the production symbol designation command is transmitted to the production control board 120, and it becomes possible to grasp the type of jackpot special symbol (stop special symbol data) that is stopped and displayed on the production control board 120.

In step S311-4, the main CPU 110a determines the gaming state at the time of winning the jackpot from the information set in the gaming state storage area (time saving game flag storage area, high probability game flag storage area), and determines the gaming state at the time of winning the jackpot. Game state information indicating the game state is set in the game state buffer. Specifically, if both the time saving game flag and the high probability game flag are not set, 00H is set, and if the time saving game flag is not set but the high probability game flag is set, 01H is set. If the time saving game flag is set but the high probability game flag is not set, 02H is set, and if both the time saving game flag and the high probability game flag are set, 03H is set.

In this way, we decided to set the gaming state at the time of winning a jackpot in the gaming state buffer, in addition to the gaming state storage area (time-saving game flag storage area, high probability game flag storage area). Since the high-probability game flag and time-saving game flag in the state storage area (time-saving game flag storage area, high-probability game flag storage area) will be reset, after the jackpot ends, a new one will be created based on the gaming state at the time of winning the jackpot. This is because the gaming state storage area cannot be referred to when determining the gaming state at the end of the jackpot. Therefore, by providing a gaming state buffer separate from the gaming state storage area to store gaming information indicating the gaming state at the time of winning the jackpot, by referring to the gaming information in the gaming state buffer after the jackpot has been won, Based on the gaming state at the time of winning the jackpot, a new gaming state after the end of the jackpot (time-saving gaming state, number of time-saving gaming, etc.) can be set.

The main CPU 110a performs losing symbol determination processing in step S311-5. Specifically, the type of losing special symbol to be stopped and displayed is determined based on the random value for special symbol determination stored in the special symbol execution storage area by referring to the special symbol determination table for losing as shown in FIG. 6(a). is determined, and stop special pattern data corresponding to the determined type of losing special symbol is set in the stop special pattern data storage area.

In step S311-6, the main CPU 110a sets a losing performance symbol designation command corresponding to the stop special symbol data determined in step S311-5 above in the performance transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c, and The jackpot determination process ends. As a result, the production symbol designation command is transmitted to the production control board 120, and it becomes possible to grasp the type of losing special symbol (stop special symbol data) that is stopped and displayed on the production control board 120.

(Special pattern variation processing of main control board)
The special symbol variation process of the main control board 110 will be explained using FIG. 22. FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing special symbol variation processing in the main control board 110.

In step S320-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether the variable time set in the special symbol time counter has elapsed. If the variation time has not elapsed, the current special symbol variation process is ended, and if the variation time has elapsed, the process moves to step S320-2.

In step S320-2, the main CPU 110a stops the variable display of the special symbols. Specifically, the variable display data set in step S316 is cleared, and the special symbols set in steps S311-2 and S311-5 are displayed on the first special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol. Stop display data for causing the display device 21 to stop display is set in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c. As a result, the special symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 20 or the second special symbol display device 21, and the player is notified of the jackpot determination result.

In step S320-3, the main CPU 110a sets a symbol confirmation command indicating that the special symbol has been stopped and displayed in the performance transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. As a result, a symbol confirmation command is sent to the production control board 120, and the production control board 120 performs processing to end the variable production.

In step S320-4, the main CPU 110a sets a symbol stop time (0.5 seconds) for stopping and displaying the special symbol in the special symbol time counter. In addition, the special symbol time counter is updated by subtracting 1 every 4 ms in S110.

In step S320-5, the main CPU 110a sets the special symbol special electric processing data to 2, prepares to move the processing to the special symbol stop processing shown in FIG. 23, and ends the current special symbol variation processing.

(Special pattern stop processing of main control board)
The special symbol stop processing of the main control board 110 will be explained using FIG. 23. FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing special symbol stop processing in the main control board 110.

In step S330-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether the symbol stop time set in step S320-4 has elapsed (special symbol time counter = 0?). If the symbol stop time has elapsed, the process moves to step S330-2, and if the symbol stop time has not elapsed, the current special symbol stop process ends.

The main CPU 110a performs a time-saving game end determination process in step S330-2. Specifically, when the time-saving game flag is set in the main RAM 110c, 1 is subtracted from the number of time-saving games (J) and updated, and it is determined whether the new number of time-saving games (J) is "0" or not. Determine whether As a result, if the number of time-saving games (J) is "0", the time-saving game flag is cleared and the process moves to step S330-3. On the other hand, if the time-saving game flag is not set or if the number of time-saving games (J) is not "0", the process directly advances to step S330-3.

The main CPU 110a performs a high probability game end determination process in step S330-3. Specifically, when the high probability game flag is set in the main RAM 110c, 1 is subtracted from the high probability game count (X) and updated, and the new high probability game count (X) is set to "0". Determine whether it exists or not. As a result, if the high probability game count (X) is "0", the high probability game flag is cleared and the process moves to step S330-4. On the other hand, if the high probability game flag is not set or if the number of high probability games (X) is not "0", the process directly advances to step S330-4.

In step S330-4, the main CPU 110a sets a gaming state designation command corresponding to the current gaming state in the presentation transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. Thereby, a gaming state designation command is transmitted to the production control board 120, and it becomes possible to grasp the gaming state on the production control board 120.

In step S330-5, the main CPU 110a determines whether the stop special pattern data stored in the stop special pattern data storage area is a jackpot symbol. If it is a jackpot symbol, the process moves to step S330-7, and if it is not a jackpot symbol, the process moves to step S330-6.

In step S330-6, the main CPU 110a sets the special symbol special electric processing data to 0, prepares to move the processing to the special symbol storage determination processing shown in FIG. 20, and ends the current special symbol stop processing.

In step S330-7, the main CPU 110a sets the special figure special electric processing data to 3 and prepares to move the processing to the jackpot game processing shown in FIG.

The main CPU 110a performs normal game state transition processing in step S330-8. Specifically, the high probability game flag, the number of high probability games (X), the time saving game flag, and the number of time saving games (J) are cleared to shift to the normal gaming state (low probability non time saving gaming state).

The main CPU 110a performs jackpot start preparation setting processing in step S330-9. Specifically, with reference to the special electric accessory operation mode determination table shown in FIG. 8, the type of jackpot game is determined based on the stop special figure data, and the jackpot opening mode for the jackpot is determined as shown in FIG. A table for determining the jackpot opening mode according to the type of jackpot game from the table group ("1st jackpot table", "2nd jackpot table", "3rd jackpot table", "4th jackpot table", "5th jackpot table") table").

In step S330-10, the main CPU 110a sets an opening designation command corresponding to the type of jackpot game (first jackpot game to fifth jackpot game) in the performance transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. As a result, the opening designation command is transmitted to the performance control board 120, and the performance control board 120 performs processing for executing the opening performance of the jackpot game.

In step S330-11, the main CPU 110a sets the opening time of the jackpot game in the special game timer counter, and ends the current special symbol stop processing. Specifically, the opening time corresponding to the type of jackpot game is determined from the jackpot opening mode determination table (see FIG. 9) determined in step S330-9 and set in the special game timer counter. The special game timer counter is decremented every 4 ms in step S110.

(Main control board jackpot game processing)
The jackpot game processing of the main control board 110 will be explained using FIG. 24. FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing jackpot game processing in the main control board 110.

First, in step S340-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not a jackpot game is currently being opened. Specifically, it is determined whether "0" is stored in the round game number (R) storage area. If the opening is in progress, the process moves to step S340-2, and if the opening is not in progress, the process moves to S340-6.

In step S340-2, the main CPU 110a determines whether the opening time set in the special game timer counter has elapsed. If the opening time has not elapsed, the current jackpot game process is ended, and if the opening time has elapsed, the process moves to step S340-3.

In step S340-3, the main CPU 110a sets the number of round games (R) stored in the number of round games (R) storage area to 1.

The main CPU 110a performs a big winning opening opening process in step S340-4. Specifically, "1" is added to the number of openings (K), energization data for energizing the grand prize opening opening/closing solenoid 16c is set, and the opening mode of the grand prize opening determined in step S330-9 is determined. With reference to the table (see FIG. 9), the opening time of the big prize opening 16 is set in the special game timer counter based on the current number of round games (R) and the number of openings (K). As a result, the big prize opening 16 will be opened.

The main CPU 110a performs round designation command transmission determination processing in step S340-5. Specifically, when the number of openings (K) is "1", that is, when a round game is started, a round designation command corresponding to the number of round games (R) is stored in the performance transmission data in the main RAM 110c. Set to area. As a result, a round designation command is transmitted to the performance control board 120, and the performance control board 120 performs processing for executing the round performance of the jackpot game.

In step S340-6, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the jackpot game is currently ending. The ending is a period after all preset round games are completed. If the ending is in progress, the process moves to step S340-18, and if the ending is not in progress, the process moves to step S340-7.

In step S340-7, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the grand prize opening is closed. Specifically, it is determined whether energization data for energizing the big winning opening opening/closing solenoid 16c is set. If the big winning opening is being closed, the process moves to step S340-8, and if the big winning opening is not being closed, the process moves to step S340-9.

In step S340-8, the main CPU 110a determines whether the closing time of the grand prize opening set in the special game timer counter has elapsed. If the closing time has not elapsed, the current jackpot game process is ended, and if the closing time has elapsed, the process moves to step S340-4 to open the jackpot opening.

In step S340-9, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the opening end condition for ending the opening of the big prize opening is satisfied. Specifically, either the value of the big winning opening winning ball counter (C) reaches the specified number (9 balls) or the opening time per round in the number of openings (K) has elapsed. Determine whether it is established. If it is determined that the opening termination condition is satisfied, the process moves to step S340-10, and if it is determined that the opening termination condition is not satisfied, the current jackpot game process is terminated.

The main CPU 110a performs a big winning opening closing process in step S340-10. Specifically, the energization data for energizing the grand prize opening opening/closing solenoid 16c is cleared, and the present Based on the number of round games (R) and the number of openings (K), the closing time (closing interval time or one closing time) of the big prize opening 16 is set in the special game timer counter. As a result, the big prize opening 16 will be closed.

The main CPU 110a determines whether one round has ended in step S340-11. Specifically, whether either the value of the big winning opening winning ball counter (C) reaches the specified number (9 balls) or the number of openings (K) reaches the maximum number of openings is established. Determine whether If one round has ended, the process moves to step S340-12, and if one round has not ended, the current jackpot game process ends.

The main CPU 110a performs round data initialization processing in step S340-12. Specifically, the number of openings (K) and the big winning hole winning ball counter (C) are cleared. However, the number of round games (R) is not cleared.

In step S340-13, the main CPU 110a determines whether the number of round games (R) has reached the maximum number of round games. If it is the maximum number of round games, the process moves to step S340-15, and if it is not the maximum number of round games, the process moves to step S340-14.

In step S340-14, the main CPU 110a adds "1" to the number of round games (R) and stores it, and ends the current jackpot game process.

In step S340-15, the main CPU 110a clears the number of round games (R), and in step S340-16, based on the grand prize opening mode determination table (see FIG. 9) determined in step S330-9 above. , the type of special game is determined, and an ending designation command corresponding to the type of jackpot game is set in the performance transmission data storage area. As a result, the ending designation command is transmitted to the performance control board 120, and the performance control board 120 performs processing for executing the ending performance of the jackpot game.

In step S340-17, the main CPU 110a sets the ending time corresponding to the type of jackpot game to the special game timer counter based on the big prize opening mode determination table (see FIG. 9) determined in step S330-9. set.

In step S340-18, the main CPU 110a determines whether the ending time set in the special game timer counter has elapsed. If the ending time has elapsed, the process moves to step S340-19, and if the ending time has not elapsed, the current jackpot game process ends.

In step S340-19, the main CPU 110a sets the special figure special electric processing data to 4, prepares to move the process to the jackpot game ending process shown in FIG. 25, and ends the current jackpot game process.

(Main control board jackpot game end processing)
The jackpot game ending process of the main control board 110 will be explained using FIG. 25. FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing the jackpot game ending process in the main control board 110.

In step S350-1, the main CPU 110a loads the stop special figure data set in the stop special figure data storage area and the game state information in the game state buffer.

The main CPU 110a performs high probability game flag setting processing in step S350-2. Specifically, with reference to the setting data table at the end of the jackpot game shown in FIG. 7, it is determined whether or not to shift to the high probability gaming state at the end of the jackpot game based on the loaded stop special figure data and the game state information. When it is determined whether the game is in the high probability game state and the game state is to be shifted to the high probability game state, a high probability game flag indicating the high probability game state is set in the high probability game flag storage area. For example, if the stop special symbol data is "01", a high probability game flag is set.

The main CPU 110a performs high probability game number setting processing in step S350-3. Specifically, with reference to the jackpot game end setting data table shown in FIG. 7, it is the number of variable displays that can be executed in a high probability gaming state based on the loaded stop special figure data and gaming state information. The number of high probability games (X) is determined, and the determined number of high probability games (X) is set in the high probability game number (X) storage area. For example, if the stop special symbol data is "01", 10,000 times is set as the high probability game number (X).

The main CPU 110a performs time-saving game flag setting processing in step S350-4. Specifically, with reference to the jackpot game end setting data table shown in FIG. 7, it is determined whether or not to shift to the time-saving gaming state at the end of the jackpot game based on the loaded stop special figure data and game information. When determining and shifting to the time-saving game state, a time-saving game flag indicating the time-saving game state is set in the time-saving game flag storage area. For example, when the game status information is 01H, 02H, or 03H, the time saving game flag is set.

The main CPU 110a performs a time-saving game count determination process in step S350-5. Specifically, with reference to the jackpot game end setting data table shown in FIG. 7, based on the loaded stop special figure data and gaming state information, the time saving which is the number of variable displays that can be executed in the time saving gaming state is determined. The number of games (J) is determined, and the determined number of time-saving games (J) is set in the storage area for the number of time-saving games (J). For example, if the stop special symbol data is "04", the number of time-saving games (J) is set to 10,000 times.

In step S350-6, the main CPU 110a identifies the gaming state by checking the presence or absence of the high-probability game flag and the time-saving game flag, and sends a gaming state designation command indicating the specified gaming state to the effect transmission data storage area. set. Thereby, a gaming state designation command is transmitted to the production control board 120, and it becomes possible for the production control board 120 to grasp the gaming state.

In step S350-7, the main CPU 110a sets the special symbol special electric processing data to 0, prepares to move the processing to the special symbol storage determination processing shown in FIG. 20, and ends the current jackpot game end processing.

(General control board control process)
Referring to FIG. 26, the general electric power control process of the main control board 110 will be explained. FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing the general-purpose electric power control process in the main control board 110.

First, in step S401, the main CPU 110a loads the general pattern and general electricity processing data, and if the general pattern and general electricity processing data = 0, the process is moved to the normal symbol fluctuation processing (step S410), and the general pattern and general electricity processing data If =1, the process moves to the auxiliary game process (step S420).

As described later, this "universal and general electric power processing data" is set as necessary in each subroutine of the general and general electric power control processing, so that the necessary subroutines are processed as appropriate as the game progresses. It turns out.

The main CPU 110a performs normal symbol variation processing in step S410, and ends the current general pattern and general electricity control processing. Specifically, a hit determination process, a process of displaying the normal symbols in a variable manner, a process of stopping and displaying the normal symbols, etc. are performed. The details will be described later using FIG. 27.

The main CPU 110a performs the auxiliary game process in step S420, and ends the current general figure general electric power control process. Specifically, processing for controlling the auxiliary game is performed. The details will be described later using FIG. 28.

(Normal pattern variation processing of main control board)
The normal symbol variation process of the main control board 110 will be explained using FIG. 27. FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing normal symbol variation processing in the main control board 110.

In step S410-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the normal symbols are being displayed in a variable manner. If the normal symbols are being displayed in a variable manner, the process moves to step S410-9, and if the normal symbols are not in the variable display mode, the process moves to step S410-2.

In step S410-2, the main CPU 110a determines whether the number of normal symbols reserved (G) is 1 or more. If the number of normal symbols held (G) is 1 or more, the process moves to step S410-3, and if the number of normal symbols held (G) is not 1 or more, the current normal symbol variation process is ended.

In step S410-3, the main CPU 110a subtracts 1 from the number of reserved symbols (G) to update it, and moves the process to step S410-4.

In step S410-4, the main CPU 110a shifts the normal symbol determination information stored in the normal symbol retention storage area. Specifically, each piece of normal figure determination information stored in the first storage unit to the fourth storage unit is shifted to the previous storage unit. Here, the normal pattern determination information stored in the first storage section is shifted to the normal pattern execution storage area (0th storage section). At this time, the special symbol determination information used in the previous fluctuating display of the regular symbol, which has already been written in the regular symbol execution storage area (0th storage section), is erased.

The main CPU 110a performs hit determination processing in step S410-5. Specifically, with reference to the hit determination table shown in FIG. 12(a), it is determined whether or not it is a win based on the game state and the random number value for hit determination stored in the normal pattern execution storage area. .

The main CPU 110a performs normal symbol determination processing in step S410-6. Specifically, with reference to the normal symbol determination table shown in FIG. 12(b), the stop display is performed based on the current time-saving gaming state, the lottery result of the winning lottery, and the acquired random number value for determining the regular symbol. The normal symbol (stopped common symbol data) to be played is determined, the determined stopped common symbol data is set in the stopped common symbol data storage area, and the common symbol designation command corresponding to the stopped common symbol data is stored in the performance transmission data of the main RAM 110c. Set to area. As a result, the normal pattern designation command is transmitted to the production control board 120, and the production control board 120 can grasp the stopped general pattern data.

The main CPU 110a performs normal symbol fluctuation time determination processing in step S410-7. Specifically, with reference to the normal pattern fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. The symbol fluctuation time is determined and set in the normal symbol time counter, and the normal symbol fluctuation designation command corresponding to the normal symbol fluctuation time is set in the performance transmission data storage area of the main RAM 110c. As a result, the normal symbol fluctuation designation command is transmitted to the production control board 120, and the production control board 120 can grasp the variation time of the normal symbol.

In step S410-8, the main CPU 110a starts displaying the normal symbol variation, and ends the current normal symbol variation processing. Specifically, the variable display data of normal symbols is set in a predetermined area of the main RAM 110c. As a result, display data for variably displaying the normal symbol on the normal symbol display device 22 is created in step S600, and the created data is output in step S700, so that the normal symbol is displayed on the normal symbol display device 22. A variable display will be performed.

In step S410-9, the main CPU 110a determines whether the variable time set in the normal symbol time counter has elapsed. If the variation time has not elapsed, the current normal symbol variation processing is ended, and if the variation time has elapsed, the process moves to step S410-10.

The main CPU 110a stops the fluctuating display of the normal symbols in step S410-10. Specifically, the fluctuation display data set in step S410-8 above is cleared, and the stop display data for causing the normal symbol set in step S410-6 to be stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display device 22 is cleared as main. Set it in a predetermined area of the RAM 110c. As a result, the normal symbols are stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display device 22, and the player is notified of the winning determination result.

In step S410-11, the main CPU 110a determines whether the stopped normal pattern data set in the stopped normal pattern data storage area is a winning normal symbol. If it is a winning normal symbol, the process moves to step S410-12, and if it is not a winning normal symbol, the current normal symbol variation process is ended.

In step S410-12, the main CPU 110a sets the general figure/general electric processing data=1, prepares to move the process to the auxiliary game process shown in FIG. 28, and performs the opening mode determination process in step S410-13. Specifically, with reference to the starting port opening mode determination table shown in FIG. Determine the opening time, interval time, and ending time of the auxiliary game.

In step S410-14, the main CPU 110a sets the opening time of the auxiliary game to the auxiliary game timer counter, and ends the current normal symbol variation process. In addition, the auxiliary game timer counter is subtracted every 4 ms in step S110.

(Main control board auxiliary game processing)
The auxiliary game processing of the main control board 110 will be explained using FIG. 28. FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing the auxiliary game processing in the main control board 110.

First, in step S420-1, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the auxiliary game is currently being opened. If the opening is in progress, the process moves to step S420-2, and if the opening is not in progress, the process moves to S420-4.

In step S420-2, the main CPU 110a determines whether the opening time set in the auxiliary game timer counter has elapsed. If the opening time has not elapsed, the current auxiliary game process is ended, and if the opening time has elapsed, the process moves to step S420-3.

The main CPU 110a performs the second starting port opening process in step S420-3, and ends the current auxiliary game process. Specifically, "1" is added to the number of openings (S), energization data for energizing the starting port opening/closing solenoid 15c is set, and the second starting port 15 is opened corresponding to the number of openings (S). Set the time on the auxiliary game timer counter. This opens the second starting port 15.

In step S420-4, the main CPU 110a determines whether or not the auxiliary game is currently ending. If ending is in progress, the process moves to step S420-12, and if not in ending, process moves to step S420-5.

In step S420-5, the main CPU 110a determines whether the second starting port 15 is being closed (interval). Specifically, it is determined whether energization data for energizing the starting port opening/closing solenoid 15c is set. If the second starting port 15 is being closed, the process moves to step S420-6, and if the second starting port 15 is not being closed, the process moves to step S420-7.

In step S420-6, the main CPU 110a determines whether the closing time (interval time) of the second starting port 15 set in the auxiliary game timer counter has elapsed. If the closing time has not elapsed, the current auxiliary process is ended, and if the closing time has elapsed, the process moves to step S420-3 in order to open the second starting port 15.

In step S420-7, the main CPU 110a determines whether the opening end condition for ending the opening of the second starting port 15 is satisfied. Specifically, either the value of the second starting opening winning ball counter (D) reaches the specified number (10 balls), or the opening time per round in the number of openings (S) elapses. It is determined whether or not the following holds true. If it is determined that the opening termination condition is satisfied, the process moves to step S420-8, and if it is determined that the opening termination condition is not satisfied, the current auxiliary game process is terminated.

The main CPU 110a performs a second starting port closing process in step S420-8. Specifically, the energization data for energizing the starting port opening/closing solenoid 15c is cleared, and the closing time of the second starting port 15 determined in step S410-13 is set in the auxiliary game timer counter. This causes the second starting port 15 to close.

The main CPU 110a determines whether or not the auxiliary game ends in step S420-9. Specifically, it is determined whether the number of openings (S) of the second starting port has reached the maximum number of openings. If the auxiliary game is to be ended, the process moves to step S420-10, and if the auxiliary game is not to be ended, the current auxiliary game process is ended.

The main CPU 110a performs auxiliary game end processing in step S420-10. Specifically, the number of openings (S) and the second starting opening winning ball counter (D) are cleared.

In step S420-11, the main CPU 110a sets the ending time determined in step S410-13 above in the auxiliary game timer counter.

In step S420-12, the main CPU 110a determines whether the ending time set in the auxiliary game timer counter has elapsed. If the ending time has elapsed, the process moves to step S420-13, and if the ending time has not elapsed, the current auxiliary game process ends.

In step S420-13, the main CPU 110a sets the normal symbol/universal power processing data to 0, prepares to move the process to the normal symbol variation processing shown in FIG. 27, and ends the current auxiliary game processing.

(Main processing of the production control section)
The processing executed by the sub CPU 120a in the production control unit 120m will be explained. First, the main processing of the production control section 120m will be explained using FIG. 29. FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing the main processing in the production control section 120m.

First, the sub CPU 120a performs initialization processing in step S1000. In this process, when the power is turned on, the sub CPU 120a reads the main processing program from the sub ROM 120b, and also initializes and sets flags stored in the sub RAM 120c.

The sub CPU 120a performs sub random number update processing in step S1100. In this process, the sub CPU 120a performs a process of updating various random numbers stored in the sub RAM 120c. Thereafter, the process of step S1100 is repeated until a predetermined interrupt process is performed.

(Timer interrupt processing of production control section)
The timer interrupt process of the production control unit 120m will be explained using FIG. 30. FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing timer interrupt processing in the production control section 120m. Although not shown, a reset clock pulse generation circuit provided in the production control unit 120m generates a clock pulse at a predetermined period (2 milliseconds), reads the timer interrupt processing program, and outputs the production control board. The timer interrupt processing is executed.

In step S1300, sub CPU 120a saves the information stored in the register of sub CPU 120a to the stack area.

In step S1400, sub CPU 120a performs command analysis processing. In this process, the sub CPU 120a performs a process of analyzing the command stored in the reception buffer of the sub RAM 120c. Details of the command analysis process will be described later using FIG. 31.

In addition, when the production control unit 120m receives a command transmitted from the main control board 110, a command reception interrupt process (not shown) of the production control unit 120m occurs, and the received command is stored in the reception buffer of the sub-RAM 120c. It has become.

In step S1500, the sub CPU 120a performs timer update processing to update various timer counters used in the production control unit 120m.

In step S1700, the sub CPU 120a determines whether or not the signals of the production button detection switch 35a and the lever operation detection switch 36b have been input via the frame control board 180, and input the signals of the production button detection switch 35a, etc. If so, performance input control processing is performed to transmit a performance button signal and the like to the image control unit 150.

In step S1800, sub CPU 120a performs data output processing to transmit various commands set in the transmission buffer of sub RAM 120c to frame control board 180 and image control unit 150.

In step S1900, sub CPU 120a restores the information saved in step S1300 to the register of sub CPU 120a.

(Command analysis processing of production control section)
Next, the command analysis process of the production control section 120m will be explained using FIG. 31. FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing command analysis processing in the production control section 120m.

In step S1401, the sub CPU 120a refers to the reception buffer and determines whether a command has been received. If a command has been received, the process moves to step S1410, and if a command has not been received, the current command analysis process ends.

In step S1410, the sub CPU 120a determines whether the command stored in the reception buffer is a special symbol storage designation command. If it is a special symbol storage designation command, the process moves to step S1411, and if it is not a special symbol storage designation command, the process moves to step S1420.

The sub CPU 120a performs pending memory update processing in step S1411, and ends the current command analysis processing. Specifically, processing is performed such as analyzing the number of pending memories from the received special symbol storage designation command and setting the analyzed number of pending memories in the pending memory number counter of the sub-RAM 120c.

In step S1420, the sub CPU 120a determines whether the command stored in the reception buffer is a starting opening prize designation command. If it is a starting opening winning designation command, the process moves to step S1421, and if it is not a starting opening winning designation command, the process moves to step S1430.

The sub CPU 120a performs icon change effect determination processing in step S1421, and ends the current command analysis processing. Specifically, based on the contents of the received starting opening winning designation command, processing is performed to determine whether or not to execute the icon change effect and the change scenario. Details of this icon change effect determination process will be described later using FIG. 32.

As will be described in detail later, the icon change scenario determination process includes an icon final display mode determination process that determines the final display mode of the icon, and a change scenario determination process that determines the scenario for changing the color of the icon. It will be done.

Here, the "icon change performance" is a performance that changes the display mode of the icon (the pending icon, the variable icon) displayed on the image display device 31 (the performance display area 70).

In addition, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, when a color change (icon change effect) of an icon (pending icon, the variable icon) is executed, an icon change action (first change action or In some cases, the icon color change (icon change effect) is performed without the icon change action.

In addition, as mentioned above, the icon change performance means that by changing the display mode of the icon (pending icon, the relevant variable icon) displayed on the image display device 31, you can win a jackpot over one or more variable effects. This is a type of look-ahead effect that suggests that there is a possibility that a game will be played (makes people expect a jackpot game to be played).

In step S1430, the sub CPU 120a determines whether the command stored in the reception buffer is an effect design designation command. If it is a performance symbol designation command, the process moves to step S1431, and if it is not a performance design designation command, the process moves to step S1440.

The sub CPU 120a performs basic symbol data determination processing in step S1431, and ends the current command analysis processing. Specifically, based on the content of the received effect design designation command, basic symbol data (1st to 5th jackpot symbol data, loss symbol data) that makes it possible to identify the presence or absence of a jackpot and the type of jackpot are determined. Perform processing.

In step S1440, the sub CPU 120a determines whether the command stored in the reception buffer is a variation pattern designation command. If it is a fluctuation pattern designation command, the process moves to step S1441, and if it is not a fluctuation pattern designation command, the process moves to step S1450.

The sub CPU 120a performs a variable effect pattern determination process in step S1441. Specifically, based on the contents of the received variation pattern designation command, a variation production pattern, which is a production mode of variation production executed using various production devices, is determined, and a variation production pattern is determined according to the determined variation production pattern. Processing is performed to set the variable effect pattern command in the transmission buffer of the sub-RAM 120c. As a result, the variable effect pattern command is transmitted to the image control unit 150 and the frame control board 180, and processing for executing the variable effect is performed. The details of this variable effect pattern determination process will be described later using FIG. 36.

The sub CPU 120a performs icon action determination processing in step S1442. Specifically, it determines whether or not to execute an icon action (first change action, second change action, etc.) based on the contents of the received fluctuation pattern specification command and the contents of the command stored in the reception buffer. A process is performed to determine the content, and a process is performed to set a command corresponding to the determined content in the transmission buffer of the sub-RAM 120c. As a result, a command for performing the icon action is transmitted to the image control unit 150 and the frame control board 180, and processing for performing the icon action is performed. Note that details of the icon action determination process will be described later using FIG. 38.

The sub CPU 120a performs icon display mode update processing in step S1443. Specifically, the pending icon displayed on the image display device 31 and the display mode of the variable icon are updated based on the change scenario determined in the above-described icon change effect determination process and the determined variable effect pattern. and performs processing to execute the icon change effect.

In step S1450, the sub CPU 120a determines whether the command stored in the reception buffer is a symbol confirmation command. If it is a symbol confirmation command, the process moves to step S1451, and if it is not a pattern confirmation command, the process moves to step S1460.

In step S1451, the sub CPU 120a performs a production pattern stop process and ends the current command analysis process. Specifically, in order to stop and display the performance symbols 38, a process is performed in which a stop designation command for stopping and displaying the performance symbols is set in the transmission buffer of the sub-RAM 120c. As a result, a stop designation command is transmitted to the image control unit 150 and the frame control board 180, and processing for stopping and displaying the variable effect is performed.

In step S1460, the sub CPU 120a determines whether the command stored in the reception buffer is a gaming state designation command. If it is a gaming state designation command, the process moves to step S1461, and if it is not a gaming state designation command, the process moves to step S1470.

The sub CPU 120a performs a game state setting process in step S1461, and ends the current command analysis process. Specifically, the current gaming state is specified with reference to the received gaming state specifying command, and data indicating the specified gaming state is set in a predetermined area of the sub-RAM 120c.

In step S1470, sub CPU 120a determines whether the command stored in the reception buffer is an opening designation command. If it is an opening designation command, the process moves to step S1471, and if it is not an opening designation command, the process moves to step S1480.

The sub CPU 120a performs opening performance pattern determination processing in step S1471, and ends the current command analysis processing. Specifically, based on the opening designation command, a performance pattern of the opening performance performed at the start of the jackpot game is determined, and an opening performance designation command corresponding to the determined performance pattern is set in the transmission buffer of the sub-RAM 120c. conduct. As a result, the opening effect designation command is transmitted to the image control unit 150 and the frame control board 180, and processing for executing the opening effect is performed.

In step S1480, sub CPU 120a determines whether the command stored in the reception buffer is a round designation command. If it is a round designation command, the process moves to step S1481, and if there is no round designation command, the process moves to step S1490.

The sub CPU 120a performs round effect pattern determination processing in step S1481, and ends the current command analysis processing. Specifically, based on the round designation command, a performance pattern of a round performance performed during a round game is determined, and a process is performed in which a round performance designation command corresponding to the determined performance pattern is set in the transmission buffer of the sub-RAM 120c. . As a result, a round effect designation command is transmitted to the image control unit 150 and the frame control board 180, and processing for executing the round effect is performed.

In step S1490, sub CPU 120a determines whether the command stored in the reception buffer is an ending designation command. If it is an ending designation command, the process moves to step S1491, and if it is not an ending designation command, the current command analysis process ends.

In step S1491, the sub CPU 120a performs jackpot end effect pattern determination processing, and ends the current command analysis processing. Specifically, based on the ending designation command, a performance pattern of the ending performance performed at the end of the jackpot game is determined, and an ending designation command corresponding to the determined performance pattern is set in the transmission buffer of the sub-RAM 120c. . As a result, the ending effect designation command is transmitted to the image control unit 150 and the frame control board 180, and processing for executing the ending effect is performed.

(Icon change effect determination process)
Next, the icon change performance determination process of the performance control unit 120m will be explained using FIG. 32. FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing icon change performance determination processing in the performance control section 120m.

As will be described in detail later using FIG. 33, in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the icons (the variable icon, the pending icon) are a white icon that is displayed in white as a normal icon (as a default icon), It is possible to display an icon that is displayed in a manner other than a white icon (a "special icon" to be described later), such as a blinking white icon or a blue icon.

The "icon change performance" is a performance that changes the display mode of the icon in a mode different from the mode displayed at the time of winning. To explain with an example, the icon change performance is a performance that changes the display mode of the icon displayed as a white icon at the time of winning a prize to a blue icon or the like. In the following description, the icon change performance of the variable icon may be referred to as "the variable icon change performance" and the icon change performance of the pending icon may be referred to as "the pending icon change performance."

Furthermore, the "non-changing scenario" described below is a scenario in which the display color of the icon does not change from the mode displayed at the time of winning (the display color at the time of winning) to the final display mode.

Further, the "change scenario" is a scenario in which the display mode of the icon changes at least once from the mode displayed at the time of winning (the display color at the time of winning) to the final display mode. To explain from another point of view, when the "change scenario" is selected, at least one icon change effect will be performed.

First, the sub CPU 120a refers to the received starting opening winning designation command in step S1421-1. Specifically, in this process, the sub CPU 120a analyzes the received starting opening winning designation command, and grasps the jackpot win, jackpot type, and production content (planned variation pattern).

In step S1421-2, the sub CPU 120a obtains a random value for determining the icon display mode to determine the final display mode of the icon displayed on the image display device 31, and in step S1421-3, the sub CPU 120a acquires a random number value for determining the final display mode of the icon to be displayed on the image display device 31. Select the final icon display mode determination table (see FIG. 34) for determining the final icon display mode. Details of this icon final display mode determination table will be described later using FIG. 34.

The sub CPU 120a determines the final icon display mode in step S1421-4. Specifically, in this process, the sub CPU 120a refers to the icon final display mode determination table and selects one of the plurality of icon final display modes based on the starting opening winning designation command and the random value for determining the icon display mode. Determine the final display mode of two icons.

In step S1421-5, the sub CPU 120a determines whether the determined icon final display mode is a special icon. If the icon final display mode is a special icon, the process moves to step S1421-6, and if the icon final display mode is not a special icon, the process moves to step S1421-11.

In step S1421-6, the sub CPU 120a determines whether the determined final icon display mode is a blinking white icon. If the icon final display mode is a white blinking icon, the process moves to step S1421-11, and if the icon final display mode is not a white blinking icon, the process moves to step S1421-7.

In addition, in this embodiment, if the final icon display mode is a "white blinking icon", the icon is displayed as a white blinking icon from the time of winning. Therefore, when the final icon display mode is a blinking white icon, the icon change effect is not performed (the effect that changes the icon displayed as a white icon to a blinking white icon is not performed). Note that the gaming machine of the present invention may be configured such that the white icon can be changed to a blinking white icon.

In step S1421-7, the sub CPU 120a determines whether the current period is an executable period for the icon change effect. If it is determined that it is the executable period for the icon change effect, the process moves to step S1421-8, and if it is determined that it is not the executable period for the icon change effect, the process moves to step S1421-11.

In addition, in determining whether or not it is the executable period for the icon change performance, it is determined that the icon change performance is not in a performance mode in which execution is regulated, that a jackpot game is not in progress, and that the icon change performance is not in progress. It is determined that the period is executable. Note that any one of the above three conditions or only two conditions may be provided.

In step S1421-8, the sub CPU 120a determines whether or not all of the pending storage corresponding to the previously received starting opening winning designation command, that is, the preliminary determination results of advance pending, are below the normal reach. If all are below the normal reach, the process moves to step S1421-9, and when all are not below the normal reach, the process moves to step S1421-11.

Note that below normal reach refers to normal variation, shortened variation, and normal reach. That is, in this step S1421-8, it is determined whether all the preliminary determination results of advance reservation are normal variation, shortened variation, or normal reach.

In step S1421-9, the sub CPU 120a selects a change scenario determination table (see FIG. 35) for determining a scenario for icon change production. Details of this change scenario determination table will be described later using FIG. 35.

In step S1421-10, the sub CPU 120a determines a change scenario and sets it in the prefetch information storage area corresponding to the pending storage number counter of the sub RAM 120c, and moves the process to step S1421-12. Specifically, in this process, the sub CPU 120a refers to the change scenario determination table and selects a plurality of patterns based on the icon final display mode, the number of reserved special symbols corresponding to the starting opening winning designation command, and the selection rate. One change scenario is determined from among the change scenarios and set in the prefetch information storage area corresponding to the pending storage number counter of the sub-RAM 120c, and the process moves to step S1421-12.

In step S1421-11, the sub CPU 120a determines a non-change scenario in which the icon change effect is not executed, sets it in the prefetch information storage area corresponding to the pending storage number counter of the sub RAM 120c, and moves the process to step S1421-12.

In step S1421-12, the sub CPU 120a identifies the initial display mode when an icon is first displayed on the image display device 31 from the determined change scenario or non-change scenario, and displays the icon according to the initial display mode. The initial display mode command is set in the transmission buffer of the sub-RAM 120c, and the current icon change effect determination process is completed. As a result, the icon initial display mode command is transmitted to the image control unit 150 and the frame control board 180, and a pending icon in the display mode corresponding to the icon initial display mode command is displayed on the image display device 31, and a predetermined sound effect is displayed. It will be output.

In addition, in the icon change effect determination process of this embodiment, the icon change effect (the pending icon change effect, the variable icon change effect) is executed when all preliminary determination results of advance hold are below the normal reach. The icon change performance may be executed when the preliminary determination result of advance suspension is that the ready-to-win performance is not performed, and the icon change performance may not be performed when the ready-to-reach performance is performed. In this way, the display mode of the hold icon will not change during the variable performance corresponding to the advance hold in which the reach effect is executed, and the hold icon will not change during the variable effect corresponding to the advance hold in which the reach effect is not executed. A change in the display mode will now occur, and the icon change performance will no longer impede the reach performance, making it possible to improve the interest of the game.

In addition, even if the preliminary determination result of advance hold includes one that performs a reach effect, the icon change effect may be executed, but in such a case, the preliminary determination result of advance hold The icon change effect may be executed more easily (executed at a higher rate) when the icon does not include an effect than when it includes an element that performs a reach effect.

(Icon display mode and heel lamp light emission mode)
FIG. 33 shows icon display modes displayed on the image display device 31 and light emission modes of the belly button lamp 34c (decorative lighting device 34) corresponding to the icon display modes.

As shown in FIG. 33, the gaming machine 1 indicates the expected jackpot by the icon display mode. Specifically, the jackpot expectation increases in the following order: white icon < white blinking icon < blue icon < green icon < purple icon < red icon < zebra icon.

In the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, an image depicting the moon is displayed as the hold icon or the variable icon. Also, as the icon changes from a white icon to an icon with a high probability of winning a jackpot (blue icon, green icon, etc.), the luminous area (the area where the moon appears to emit light) becomes larger and the display color of the icon changes. . Furthermore, in this embodiment, when the icon becomes red or higher (red icon and zebra icon), the light emitting area spreads over almost the entire area and changes like a full moon, and a predetermined character (in this embodiment, the character ``Go to Battle'') appears. Is displayed.

As shown in FIG. 33, in this embodiment, the belly button lamp 34c emits light in different ways depending on the display color of the icon. For example, if all the icons including the pending icon and the fluctuation icon are displayed as white icons, the belly button lamp 34c does not emit light, whereas if a blinking white icon is displayed, the belly button lamp 34c is white. It emits light. Furthermore, when the blue icon is displayed, the heel lamp 34c emits blue light, and when the green icon is displayed, the heel lamp 34c emits green light. Further, when the red icon and the zebra icon are displayed, the belly button lamp 34c emits red light.

Note that the heso lamp 34c may emit light in a manner different from the display color of the icon. For example, as a performance when the game ball Q enters the first starting slot 14 (winning performance), the icon color and the belly button lamp 34c may be changed by displaying the first pending icon as a blue icon and causing the belly button lamp 34c to emit red light. The luminescent color may be contradictory.

Although the game machine 1 of the present embodiment shows an example in which the light emitting mode of the belly button lamp 34c is changed in accordance with the icon color, the game machine of the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the gaming machine of the present invention can respond to changes in the icon color by controlling other decorative lighting devices 34 (for example, the board lighting device 34a, the frame lighting device 34b, or the decorative lighting device provided on the decorative member 33a). etc.) may change the light emission mode.

(Icon final display mode determination table)
FIG. 34 is a diagram showing an icon final display mode determination table that is referred to when determining the icon final display mode. The icon final display mode determination table associates the type of starting opening prize designation command, the allocation ratio (%) for each icon final display mode, and the icon final display mode to be determined.

As shown in FIG. 34, the icon final display mode includes a white icon that is displayed in white as a normal icon, a blinking white icon that is displayed in a manner in which the icon displayed in white blinks, a blue icon that is displayed in blue, A green icon displayed in green, a purple icon displayed in purple, a red icon displayed in red, and a zebra icon displayed in a zebra pattern (color) are set. Further, as described above, the jackpot expectation level increases in the order of (white icon <) white blinking icon < blue icon < green icon < purple icon < red icon < zebra icon.

Note that in the following description, a white icon displayed in white as a normal icon may be described as a "normal icon." Further, an icon displayed in a display mode other than a normal icon may be described as a "special icon". In the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, a "white icon" is displayed as a normal icon, a "white blinking icon", a "blue icon", a "green icon", a "purple icon", a "red icon", and a "zebra icon" are displayed. ' will be displayed as a special icon.

As shown in FIGS. 35 and 46(a), in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the icon may be displayed as a special icon.

The first feature of the icon final display mode determination table shown in FIG. 34 is that the selection rate of the icon final display mode is varied depending on the presentation content. The starting prize information (starting prize winning designation command) is characterized in that information on jackpot wins and losses, type of jackpot, performance contents (reach performance, etc., number of pseudo consecutive runs) is defined.

Specifically, in this embodiment, if the production content is specific starting winning information that indicates SP reach or SPSP reach, the production content indicates that it is normal variation, shortened variation, or normal reach that is not reach. The special icon is selected at a higher rate than when it is normal starting winning information.

(Change scenario determination table)
FIG. 35 is a diagram showing a change scenario determination table that is referred to when determining a change scenario. The change scenario determination table is associated with the final icon display mode, the number of reserved special symbols corresponding to the starting opening winning designation command, the allocation ratio (%) for each scenario, and the type of change scenario to be determined. For reference, the preliminary changes in each change scenario and the update mode for the changes are listed.

Here, "prior variation" refers to a variation display (variation effect) that is executed based on special figure judgment information stored earlier than the special figure judgment information corresponding to the newly received starting opening winning designation command. That is, "the said variation" is a variation display (variation performance) executed based on the special figure determination information corresponding to the newly received starting opening winning designation command.

In the change scenario, the display mode of the icon does not change during the execution of the preliminary change (the pending icon change effect is not executed), but changes during the execution of the change (the change icon change effect is executed). ) Scenarios (for example, Scenario 05, etc.) and the display mode of the icon change during the execution of the preliminary variation (the pending icon change effect is executed), but do not change during the execution of the variation (the variation icon change) Scenarios (for example, Scenario 06, etc.) in which the effect is not executed), the display mode of the icon changes during the execution of the preliminary change, and the change during the execution of the change (pending icon change effect and the change icon change effect) A scenario (for example, scenario 19, etc.) to be executed is set.

As an example of a change scenario, a case will be described in which the change scenario 49 is selected in response to reception of a starting hole winning designation command based on winning of a game ball to the first starting hole 14.

In the change scenario 49, when a game ball enters the first starting port 14, a white icon is displayed as a pending icon at a position corresponding to the pending number "4" in the first pending icon display area 72a of the image display device 31. Is displayed. Then, the white icon is maintained until the four previous fluctuations that are being executed at the time the white icon is displayed are completed. Thereafter, when the preliminary variation before 3 variations is started, the white icon moves to the position corresponding to the pending number "3", a pending icon change effect is executed, and the white icon changes to a blue icon. Then, when the preliminary variation two variations before is started, the blue icon moves to the position corresponding to the pending number "2", and the blue icon is maintained until the preliminary variation two variations before is finished. Thereafter, when the advance variation before one variation is started, the blue icon moves to the position corresponding to the number of reservations "1", a suspension icon change effect is executed, and the blue icon changes to a green icon. When the fluctuation starts, the green icon becomes the fluctuation icon, the fluctuation icon change effect is executed, the green icon changes to a red icon at a predetermined timing, and then changes to a zebra icon at a predetermined timing. do.

In addition, in this embodiment, the display mode is changed one step at a time (for example, from blue to green) both when changing the color of the pending icon in advance change and when changing the color of the change icon during the change. ) or two or more steps (for example, purple → zebra), but the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the display mode may be changed one step at a time in both or one of the color change of the pending icon (icon color change in advance variation) and the color change of the variable icon (icon color change in the variation). Alternatively, the display mode is changed one step at a time when the color of the pending icon changes (color change in advance variation), and the display mode is changed in one step or two or more steps during the color change of the fluctuation icon (icon color change during the fluctuation). It may also be possible to do so.

The first feature of the change scenario determination table shown in FIG. 35 is that a scenario in which the icon display mode changes during execution of the variation is better than a scenario in which the icon display mode changes when the game ball enters the starting slot. are being selected at a high rate. By doing this, it is possible to maintain the feeling of anticipation as to whether or not the display mode of the icon will change (or whether the icon change effect will be executed) until the change, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game. Become.

Furthermore, as a second feature of the change scenario determination table shown in FIG. 35, when the icon display mode changes over multiple stages (green, purple, red, and zebra icons are determined as the final icon display mode) is set so that the number of stages in which the icon changes during execution of the variation is likely to be greater than the number of stages in which the icon changes during execution of the pre-variation. By doing so, it is possible to improve the sense of expectation that the display mode of the icon changes in multiple stages during the fluctuation, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

In addition, in the change scenario determination table of this embodiment, a scenario for changing the display mode of the icon is determined regardless of whether a reach effect (a reach other than a normal reach may be performed) is executed in advance variation. However, the display mode of the icon is changed by a change scenario determination table that uses as a determining factor whether or not a reach effect that suggests the possibility of a jackpot game being executed in advance variation is executed. A scenario may also be determined. When using such a change scenario determination table, the icon display mode does not change during the pre-variation in which the reach effect is executed, and the icon display mode does not change during the pre-variation in which the reach effect is executed. It is advisable to set various scenarios so that changes in the display mode occur. In addition, the display mode of the icon changes during the pre-variation in which a reach effect is executed, and the pre-variation in which a reach effect is not executed, but the reach effect is lower than during the pre-variation in which a reach effect is executed. Various scenarios may be set in such a way that changes in the display mode of the icon occur at a higher rate during the execution of the pre-variation in which the change is not executed.

(Fluctuating performance pattern determination process)
Next, the variable performance pattern determination process of the performance control unit 120m will be explained using FIG. FIG. 36 is a flowchart showing the variable performance pattern determination process in the performance control section 120m.

The sub CPU 120a refers to the received variation pattern designation command in step S1441-1, and selects the variation effect pattern determination table (see FIG. 37) in step S1441-2.

In step S1441-3, the sub CPU 120a refers to the variable effect pattern determination table and determines one variable effect pattern from among the plurality of variable effect patterns based on the variable pattern designation command and the distribution ratio (%). . Details of this variable effect pattern determination table will be described later using FIG. 37.

In step S1441-4, the sub CPU 120a sets a variable effect pattern designation command corresponding to the determined variable effect pattern in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 120c, and ends the current variable effect pattern determination process. As a result, a variable effect pattern designation command is transmitted to the image control unit 150 and the frame control board 180, and processing for executing a variable effect is performed.

(Fluctuating performance pattern determination table)
FIG. 37 is a diagram showing a variable effect pattern determination table that is referred to when determining a variable effect pattern. The variable performance pattern determination table associates the variable performance pattern designation command, the allocation ratio (%) for each variable performance pattern, and the variable performance pattern to be determined, and the performance configuration for each variable performance pattern is shown as a reference. is listed.

The variable effect pattern includes an image display device 31 (effect display area 70), an audio output device 32, a board drive device 33, a board illumination device 34a, a frame illumination device 34b, a navel lamp 34c, a performance button 35, and an operation lever 36. This is a performance mode of a variable performance performed using a performance device, and the presence or absence of a reach performance, the presence or absence of a zone performance, the content of the reach performance, etc. are defined.

Here, each term described in the performance structure of the variable performance pattern determination table shown in FIG. 37 will be explained.

“Normal fluctuation” indicates that a normal fluctuation performance is performed in which no ready-to-win state is formed by the performance symbol 38.
The "shortening variation" indicates that a shortening variation performance is performed in which a ready-to-win state is not formed by the performance symbol 38, which is shorter than the normal variation performance.
"Normal reach" indicates that a normal reach effect is performed in which a reach state is formed by the effect pattern 38.
"SP reach" indicates that a reach state is formed by the performance symbol 38, and an SP reach effect with higher jackpot expectation than normal reach effect is performed.
"SPSP reach" indicates that a reach state is formed by the performance symbols 38, and an SPSP reach effect is performed which has a higher jackpot expectation than the SP reach effect.

"Pseudo-sequence failure" indicates that, although an inciting effect to determine whether or not the pseudo-sequence will be executed is executed, the result is that the pseudo-sequence is not executed in the end.
A "successful pseudo-sequence" indicates that a promotion effect to determine whether or not the pseudo-sequence will be executed is executed, and the result is that the pseudo-sequence is finally executed.
"Zone effect" means that a specific effect (background display) different from the normal effect (background) is performed on the image display device 31 to suggest that there is a possibility that a jackpot game will be executed (a jackpot game will not be executed). This indicates that a zone effect will be performed.

The first feature of the variable performance pattern determination table shown in FIG. 37 is that the reach effect is more likely to be executed when a pseudo-sequence is executed than when a pseudo-sequence is not executed, and the number of executions of the pseudo-sequence is The higher the number, the higher the expectation of a jackpot. By doing so, it is possible to increase the player's expectations regarding whether or not the pseudo-sequence will be executed or the number of executions of the pseudo-sequence, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

Furthermore, the second feature of the variable effect pattern determination table shown in FIG. 37 is that when a zone effect is executed, it is easier to perform a reach effect and the jackpot expectation level is higher than when a zone effect is not executed. There are several points that can be mentioned. By doing so, it is possible to increase the player's interest in the zone performance, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

Although the variable effect pattern determination table shown in FIG. 37 does not include a variable effect pattern in which a normal reach is performed, an SP reach is performed, and an SPSP reach is performed, it may be provided.

(Icon action determination process)
Next, the icon action determination process of the production control section 120m will be explained using FIG. 38. FIG. 38 is a flowchart showing icon action determination processing in the production control section 120m.

Note that the "icon action" is an effect related to a change in an icon (the variable icon, the pending icon). ``Icon actions'' include ``change actions,'' ``weapon appearance provocations,'' and ``omen actions.''

The "change action" is a performance (action) performed when a color change of an icon (icon change performance) is performed. Further, the "weapon appearance agitation" (gase) is a performance that incites whether or not the icon change performance will be performed. Further, the "foreshadowing action" is a foreshadowing performance that is performed as a foreshadowing of a second change action, which will be described later.

In the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, a "first change action" and "weapon appearance stimulation" (fake) are executed as icon actions related to the color change of the variable icon. Furthermore, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, a "second change action" and a "precursive action" are executed as icon actions related to color change of the pending icon.

Note that in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, a precursor action is performed before the second change action is performed. Further, after the precursor action is executed (after the Taikobashi image moves toward the suspension icon), the color of the suspension icon may not change (false precursor).

In this way, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the first changing action can be executed as the changing action performed when changing the color of the variable icon. Furthermore, in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, a second changing action can be executed as a changing action performed when changing the color of the hold icon.

In the following explanation, the change action (first change action) that is performed when changing the color of the variable icon, and the fake effect (prompting weapon appearance) that incites the color change of the variable icon are collectively referred to as: It may be described as "icon action related to the relevant variable icon". In addition, the change action (second change action) that is performed when changing the color of the hold icon, and the precursor effect (foreshadowing action) that suggests a change in the color of the hold icon are collectively referred to as "icon actions related to the hold icon." It may be explained by writing. Furthermore, the first change action and the second change action may be collectively referred to as simply "change action" for explanation.

In this embodiment, three types of change actions can be executed as the first change action: "first change action A," "first change action B," and "first change action C." In the following description, the first change action A, the first change action B, and the first change action C will be collectively referred to as simply "first change action."

In addition, in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, three types of change actions are provided as change actions when changing the color of the relevant variable icon, and one type of change action is provided as a change action when changing the color of the pending icon. Although an example is shown in which the game machine of the present invention is provided, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this. For example, one or more types of change actions may be executable as the change action for changing the color of the variable icon and the change action for changing the color of the pending icon.

Note that the types of icon actions and the contents of the presentation will be described in detail later using FIG. 39 and the like.

In the icon action determination process, it is determined whether or not to execute an icon action (first change action, instigating weapon appearance) regarding the variable icon, an icon action (second change action, omen action) regarding the pending icon, and whether to execute the icon action. A process is performed to determine an execution pattern when

First, in step S1422-1, the sub CPU 120a refers to the determined variation effect pattern and uses the icon action determination table (see FIG. 39) regarding the variation icon to determine whether or not an icon action is to be executed for the variation icon. , determine the content of the icon action to be performed. Details of the icon action determination table regarding this variable icon will be described later using FIG. 39.

In step S1442-2, the sub CPU 120a determines whether it has been decided to execute the icon action regarding the variable icon. If execution of the icon action regarding the relevant variable icon has been determined, the process moves to step S1442-3, and if execution of the icon action regarding the relevant variable icon has not been determined, the process moves to step S1442-8. Move.

In step S1442-3, the sub CPU 120a determines whether execution of the first change action A or the first change action B has been determined. If the execution of the first change action A or the first change action B is determined, the process moves to step S1442-4, and if the execution of the first change action A or the first change action B is not determined. , the process moves to step S1442-5.

In step S1442-4, the sub CPU 120a determines which of the first changing action A and the first changing action B is to be executed by referring to the presence or absence of the zone effect. Specifically, if the contents of the variable effect pattern specification command do not include the execution of zone effects, the sub CPU 120a determines the "first change action A," and changes the content of the variable effect pattern specification command. However, if the action includes the execution of a zone effect, the "first change action B" is determined. When the process in step S1442-4 ends, the process moves to step S1442-5.

In step S1442-5, the sub CPU 120a determines whether the content of the first change action to be executed includes the first change action C or the weapon appearance prompting. Specifically, the sub CPU 120a determines whether or not the icon action related to the variable icon determined in step S1442-1 includes the execution of the first change action C or the weapon appearance prompting. If either the first change action C or the weapon appearance agitation is included, the process moves to step S1442-6, and if neither the first change action C or the weapon appearance agitation is included, The process moves to step S1442-7.

In step S1442-6, the sub CPU 120a performs processing to determine the execution pattern of the first change action C or the weapon appearance agitation. Specifically, the sub CPU 120a refers to the first change action C execution pattern determination table or the weapon appearance incitement determination table (see FIG. 40) and determines the execution pattern for the first change action C or weapon appearance incitement. Note that the first change action C execution pattern determination table and the weapon appearance agitation determination table will be explained later using FIG. 40.

In step S1442-7, the sub CPU 120a sets a command in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 120c according to the determined contents of the icon action regarding the variable icon. As a result, an icon action command regarding the variable icon is transmitted to the image control unit 150 and the frame control board 180, and processing for executing the icon action regarding the variable icon is performed.

In step S1442-8, the sub CPU 120a determines whether there is a pending icon whose color is to be changed, and specifies the pending icon whose color is to be changed. Specifically, the sub CPU 120a determines whether or not there is a pending icon whose color is scheduled to change in the variation in the pre-read information storage area of the sub RAM 120c, and determines whether there is a pending icon whose color is to be changed. If so, the pending icon is specified and the process moves to step S1442-9.

In step S1442-9, the sub CPU 120a performs processing to determine an icon action regarding the pending icon. Specifically, the sub CPU 120a refers to the icon action determination table regarding the pending icon (see FIG. 41) and determines whether to execute the second change action and whether to execute the precursor action. When the process in step S1442-9 ends, the process moves to step S1442-10.

In step S1442-10, the sub CPU 120a sets a command corresponding to the icon action regarding the determined pending icon in the transmission buffer of the sub RAM 120c. As a result, an icon action command regarding the pending icon is transmitted to the image control unit 150 and the frame control board 180, and processing for executing the second change action or precursor action is performed.

(Icon action determination table regarding the relevant variable icon)
Next, with reference to FIG. 39, an icon action determination table regarding the variable icon will be described. FIG. 39 is a diagram showing an example of an icon action determination table regarding the variable icon.

As described above, the icon actions related to the variable icon include the first change action performed when changing the color of the variable icon (when performing an icon color change effect) and the weapon appearance stimulation. In addition, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the changing actions (first changing actions) when changing the color of the changing icon are "first changing action A", "first changing action B", and "first changing action". It is possible to execute three types of change actions: 1 change action C.

The first change action A and the first change action B move a predetermined image (in this embodiment, "Taikobashi image TG" with a bridge motif) in the effect display area 70 (image display device 31) to the default position (the change (below the icon). More specifically, in the first change action A, a dog character Ca appears on the Taikobashi image TG displayed at the default position, and an effect is performed in which the dog character Ca barks toward the variable icon TI.

In addition, in the first change action B, a girl character Cb is made to appear on the Taikobashi image TG displayed at the default position, and an effect is performed in which tears of the girl character Cb fall on the variable icon TI. Note that the "first change action B" is a performance that is executed when a zone performance is performed. Note that details of the first change action A and the first change action B will be explained in detail later using FIGS. 50 and 51.

The first change action C causes an icon (weapon icon BI) with one or more weapons as a motif to appear in the effect display area 70, and an effect is performed in which the weapon icon BI attacks the variable icon TI. Note that details of the first change action C will be explained later using FIG. 40 and the like.

“Weapon appearance incitement” is an effect that incites whether or not the first change action C is executed. To explain specifically, "weapon appearance agitation" is a production (false) in which a weapon icon BI appears once and then fades out without being set (set position) near the relevant variable icon TI (set position). be.

As shown in FIG. 39, in the icon action determination table regarding the relevant fluctuating icon of this embodiment, how many times the icon color changes in the relevant fluctuation (one, two, or three times), and The contents and number of times of the first change action to be executed are set according to the contents of the fluctuation performance pattern determined by the fluctuation.

For example, as shown in Figure 39, if the color change of the variation icon in the variation is "once" and the content of the variation production pattern in the variation is "Normal Reach", the variation in the variation icon will change at a rate of 60%. When changing the color of the icon, the first change action and weapon appearance agitation are not executed, 20% of the time the weapon appearance agitation (first change action fake) is executed, and 10% of the time the first change action A is executed. Alternatively, the first change action B is executed, and the first change action C is executed at a rate of 10%.

Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 39, in this embodiment, if the color change (icon change effect) of the fluctuation icon in the fluctuation occurs multiple times (twice or three times), the first change action is executed multiple times. may be done. Furthermore, in the present embodiment, when the color change of the variable icon is scheduled multiple times, it is possible to execute multiple types of first change actions (for example, if the first change action A is executed once). , executing the first change action C once, etc.). Note that the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this embodiment. For example, the gaming machine of the present invention may execute the changing action (first changing action) that changes the color of the changing icon once. Further, in the gaming machine of the present invention, the number of first change actions that can be executed in one change may be one type.

Furthermore, in the present embodiment, an example is shown in which the first change action (first change action A, first change action B, and first change action C) is used as an effect when changing the color of the variable icon. However, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this.

That is, in the gaming machine of the present invention, the color of the pending icon may be changed by the first changing action, and the color of the variable icon may be changed by the second changing action. For example, first change action A (a performance that is performed by making a dog character appear), first change action B (a performance that is performed by making a girl character appear), or first change action C (a performance that is performed by making a weapon icon appear). This effect may be performed when changing the color of the pending icon. Further, the color of the variable icon may be changed by a second change action (a performance that changes the icon into a full moon).

(First change action C execution pattern determination table)
Next, the first change action C execution pattern determination table will be described with reference to FIG. 40(a). FIG. 40(a) is a diagram showing an example of the first change action C execution pattern determination table. Note that details of the images etc. (aspects of the weapon icon, the variation icon, etc.) displayed in the effect display area 70 (image display device 31) in the first change action C will be explained later using FIGS. 56 to 60. .

In the first change action C of this embodiment, multiple types of weapon icons are displayed. Specifically, the weapon icons used in the first change action C of this embodiment include a "bamboo tube icon" that depicts a "bamboo tube", a "sword icon" that depicts a "sword", and a "hand". There is a drawn "hand icon".

In the first change action C, the weapon icon performs an action as if attacking the variable icon (attack motion), and the color of the variable icon changes after the attack motion. In other words, in this embodiment, a weapon icon is used as a stock icon for "color change of the relevant variable icon", and the attack action (activation) of the weapon icon is a "color change of the relevant variable icon". It can also be said that it releases stock. Furthermore, the state in which the weapon icon is set at the set position can also be said to be a state in which the color change (icon change effect) of the variable icon is stocked.

Note that in the following description, the attack action (stock release) of a weapon icon may be described as "weapon activation" or simply "activation." Further, the state in which the weapon icon is set at the set position may be described simply as "set" or simply "stocked".

In this embodiment, "strength" and "weakness" are set for three types of weapon icons. The strength of the weapon icon is set depending on how many colors the variable icon is to be changed to (to a color with higher jackpot expectation). For example, as shown in FIG. 40(a), the bamboo tube icon can be selected if the variable icon after the change is "blue icon or higher", whereas the sword icon can be selected if the variable icon after the change is It can only be selected if it is "green icon or higher". Furthermore, the hand icon can only be selected if the changed variable icon is "more than a purple icon".

That is, when the bamboo tube icon is set (stocked) as a weapon icon, it is determined that the variable icon changes to "blue icon or higher". Further, when a sword icon is set as a weapon icon (when it is stocked), it is confirmed that the variable icon changes to "green icon or higher". Furthermore, if a hand icon is set as a weapon icon (if it is stocked), it is determined that the variable icon is "purple icon or higher". In this way, weapon icons have strengths and weaknesses, and the relationship is such that "bamboo tube icon" < "sword icon" < "hand icon".

In this way, in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, strengths and weaknesses are provided for a plurality of types of weapon icons. As a result, the gaming machine 1 can increase the player's expectation that the variable icon will change to a color with higher expectations for a jackpot depending on the type of weapon icon to be set, thereby improving the interest of the game. be able to.

In the execution pattern of the first change action C, which type of weapon icon is to be displayed in one execution of the first change action C among the three types of weapon icons, the bamboo tube icon, the sword icon, and the hand icon, or how many There are multiple weapon display patterns for displaying weapon icons. Specifically, in this embodiment, a weapon display pattern (single weapon) in which any one weapon icon is displayed, and a weapon display pattern in which two or three weapon icons out of three types of weapons are displayed. (Multiple weapons)

For example, as shown in FIG. 40(a), in execution patterns 01 to 08, one type of weapon icon (one of a bamboo tube icon, a sword icon, and a hand icon) appears and is set. Furthermore, in weapon patterns 09 to 17, a plurality of types of weapon icons (two or three of a bamboo tube icon, a sword icon, and a hand icon) appear and are set.

In this embodiment, when a plurality of weapon icons are set (stocked), the color of the variable icon changes when the last weapon icon set is activated. Note that the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this embodiment, and when a plurality of weapon icons are set at the same time, the color of the variable icon may be changed every time all the weapon icons are activated.

In the first change action C execution pattern of the present embodiment, a plurality of patterns (activation patterns) are set as to when the weapon icon is activated. Specifically, the types of activation patterns of the first change action C include "immediate activation," "standby + countdown," and "standby + operation image display."

The activation pattern and activation timing of the weapon icon will be described in more detail with reference to FIG. 42.

As shown in FIG. 42(a), in the case of "immediate activation" (for example, execution pattern 01), after the weapon icon appears and is set at the set position, the weapon The icon performs an action (weapon activation) that attacks the variable icon. That is, in the case of "immediate activation", the weapon icon BI is activated after time T1 after the weapon icon is set (stocked).

As shown in FIG. 42(b), in the case of "standby + countdown", after the weapon icon appears and is set at the set position, the weapon is activated after a waiting time (standby). In addition, in the case of "Standby + Countdown", after the standby time has passed, a countdown of "3, 2, 1," will start from 3 seconds before activation, and when the countdown reaches "0", the weapon icon BI is activated. That is, in the standby pattern, after the weapon icon BI is set (stocked), the weapon icon BI is activated after a time T2 that is longer than the time T1.

As shown in FIG. 42(c), in the case of "standby + operation image display", after the weapon icon appears and is set at the set position, the production button 35 is not operated after a predetermined period of time (standby). An image for instructions (operation image) is displayed.

The “operation image” is an image that instructs the player to operate the effect button 35. In this embodiment, an image in which the effect button 35 is drawn (see operation image SG in FIG. 49(d)) is displayed as an operation image, along with the words "Press!" as an instruction to press the effect button 35. be done. Note that the operation image is displayed during the valid period during which the operation of the production button 35 is accepted.

In the case of "standby + operation image display", the weapon icon is activated at the timing when the effect button 35 is operated during the valid period or at the timing when the valid period ends. That is, in the case of "standby + operation image display", the weapon icon is activated after a time T3, which is longer than the time T1, after the weapon icon is set (stocked).

In the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the standby time (T2) in the case of "standby + countdown" is longer than the standby time (T3) in the case of "standby + operation image display" (T2 >T3). In addition, in the gaming machine of the present invention, the standby time (T3) in the case of "standby + operation image display" may be longer than the standby time (T2) in the case of "standby + countdown" (T2< T3), the standby time (T2) in the case of "standby+countdown" and the standby time (T3) in the case of "standby+operation image display" may be the same (T2=T3).

In this way, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, a plurality of time periods from when a weapon icon is set until activation and triggers for activation (activation patterns) are set. As a result, the game machine 1 of the present embodiment determines which color the variable icon changes to from when the weapon icon appears until it is activated (whether the variable icon changes to a color with a high expectation of a jackpot). ) etc., it is possible to increase the expectations of the players and improve the interest of the game.

Note that, as shown in FIG. 40(a), the bamboo tube icon and the sword icon may be activated immediately (no standby), whereas the hand icon may not be activated immediately. That is, once the hand icon is set, it always stands by.

FIG. 40(b) shows an execution pattern of inciting the appearance of a weapon, which is performed as a fake effect to incite whether or not the first change action C is executed. In the weapon appearance promotion, a weapon icon appears once, but the weapon icon disappears without being set at the set position (without stopping).

As shown in FIG. 40(b), among the multiple types of weapon icons, there are two types used to encourage the appearance of weapons: the "bamboo tube icon" and the "sword icon", and the "hand icon" is It cannot be used to provoke the appearance of weapons. In other words, among the weapon icons, the "hand icon" is necessarily set when it appears, and changes the color of the variable icon. That is, while the bamboo tube icon and the sword icon may not be set even if they appear (false), the hand icon is always set when it appears (no falsehood).

(Icon action determination table regarding pending icon)
Next, with reference to FIG. 41, an icon action determination table regarding pending icons will be described. FIG. 41 is a diagram illustrating an example of an icon action determination table regarding pending icons.

In this embodiment, a second change action is set as the icon action for changing the pending icon. In this embodiment, before the second change action is executed, an effect is performed to encourage whether or not the second change action will be executed. To explain more specifically, in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, before the second changing action is executed, a precursor action is performed as a precursor effect of the second changing action.

Further, while a precursor action is executed before the second change action is executed (real precursor), the second change action may not be executed after the precursor action is executed (false precursor). Note that the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this, but may be one in which the second change action is always executed after the precursor action is executed (the color of the pending icon is always changed when the precursor action is executed). ).

As shown in FIG. 41, when a normal reach is performed and there is a pending icon to be changed (when there is an icon change effect), the second change action is executed at a rate of 40%. Further, when a normal reach is performed and there is no pending icon to be changed (in the case where there is no icon change effect), a precursor action (false precursor) is executed at a rate of 40%.

In addition, in the precursor action of this embodiment, an effect is performed in which an image depicting a bridge (taiko bridge image) moves from the fluctuation icon to the pending icon. In other words, the second change action executed by the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment is performed in response to the Taikobashi image being displayed with its position moved toward the hold icon.

In the second change action of this embodiment, after the precursor action is performed, the pending icon is enlarged and displayed, so that the moon (the pending icon) waxes and wanes (an effect as if the light emitting area is expanding). will be held. Note that a series of effects from the execution of the second change action through the precursor action to the color change of the pending icon will be explained in detail later using FIGS. 52, 53, and the like.

As shown in FIG. 41, the icon action (second change action or precursor action) related to the pending icon can be executed in fluctuations below the normal reach. More specifically, the icon action related to the pending icon is performed when the hold icon is less than the normal reach and is not a shortening variation (normal reach or normal variation (variation time of 12 seconds or more)). As a result, the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment does not execute the second change action when a performance with a high expectation of jackpot (for example, SPSP reach) is performed as a performance related to the fluctuation icon, and It will not interfere with such performances. On the other hand, when a performance with low jackpot expectation (below normal reach) is performed as a performance related to the fluctuation, attention can be drawn to the hold icon, and expectations for the subsequent fluctuation can be increased.

In addition, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, a change action (first change action) that changes the variable icon and a change action (second change action) that changes the pending icon are performed in different ways. However, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this.

Further, for example, the change action that changes the color of the pending icon and the change action that changes the color of the variable icon may be the same. For example, the second change action may be used to change the color of the pending icon, and the second change action may be used to change the color of the variable icon.

In addition, the first change action C (change action using a weapon icon) changes the color of the pending icon, and the first change action C (change action using a weapon icon) changes the color of the corresponding change icon. It is also possible to perform a performance that changes the image.

As will be described in detail later, in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the first change action is performed with the Taikobashi image displayed at the default position (below the relevant fluctuation icon), and the Taikobashi image is displayed at the reserved position. Although an example has been shown in which the second change action is executed in response to the change, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this. That is, in the gaming machine of the present invention, the Taikobashi image may be another image. For example, in the game machine of the present invention, an image of the operating device (for example, an image of the effect button 35) may be used instead of the Taikobashi image TG. Furthermore, in the game machine 1 of the present embodiment, an example will be described in which an "operation image SG" (instruction "Press!" is given) is used as an example of the image of the operation device, but the game machine of the present invention uses this. The image of the operating device may include an operating device that allows the player to perform a pushing operation (instructions such as "Pick!") or an operating device that allows the player to perform a pulling operation (instructions such as "Pull!"). may be carried out).

(How to update the number of reservations on the image display device and reservation display)
Next, the manner and timing of updating the number of reservations will be explained using FIG. 43.

As an example, FIG. 43 shows that when the number of first held balls is "2" (U1=2), a game ball Q enters the first starting port 14 (entered ball), and the number of first held balls is "2" (U1=2). 3'' (U1=3), the timing at which the display modes of the pending icon, the first pending number display area 74a, and the first special symbol pending display 23 are updated is shown.

In addition, in the following explanation, the first special symbol display device 20, the second special symbol display device 21, the normal symbol display device 22, the first special symbol retention indicator 23, the second special symbol retention indicator 24, the normal symbol retention The lamp group of the display device 25, the round number display 26, and the right-hander indicator 27 may be collectively referred to as a "main lamp group 28" for explanation.

As described above, in the gaming machine 1, the first special symbol reservation number (U1) is displayed by the display of the first reservation icon, the numerical display in the first reservation number display area 74a, and the first special symbol reservation display. 23 are provided. In addition, the second special symbol reservation number (U2) is displayed by displaying a second reservation icon, number display in the second reservation number display area 74b, and second special symbol reservation display 24.

As shown in FIG. 44(a), the first reservation icon display area 72a is provided with display areas corresponding to the first to fourth storage sections of the first special symbol determination information reservation storage area. Specifically, the first reservation icon display area 72a includes a first area R1 corresponding to the first storage section of the first special figure determination information reservation storage area, a second area R2 corresponding to the second storage section, and a second area R2 corresponding to the second storage section. A third region R3 corresponding to the third storage section and a fourth region R4 corresponding to the fourth storage section are provided.

Further, the second reservation icon display area 72b is provided with display areas corresponding to the first to fourth storage parts of the second special figure determination information reservation storage area. Specifically, the second reservation icon display area 72b includes a first area R1 corresponding to the first storage part of the second special figure determination information reservation storage area, a second area R2 corresponding to the second storage part, and a second area R2 corresponding to the second storage part. A third region R3 corresponding to the third storage section and a fourth region R4 corresponding to the fourth storage section are provided.

As shown in FIG. 44(c), the first special symbol reservation display 23 can display the number of first reservations by a combination of lighting modes of the two LEDs. Specifically, when the number of reservations is "0", the first special symbol reservation display 23 is in a state where two LEDs are turned off. In addition, when the number of first pending items is "1", the first special symbol pending display 23 is in a state where the upper LED of the two LEDs is lit and the lower LED is turned off. becomes. Moreover, when the number of first reservations is "2", the first special symbol reservation display 23 is in a state where two LEDs are lit. In addition, when the number of first pending items is "3", the first special symbol pending display 23 is in a state where the upper LED of the two LEDs is blinking and the lower LED is lit. becomes. Moreover, when the number of first reservations is "4", the first special symbol reservation display 23 is in a state where two LEDs are blinking.

Although not shown, when a game ball enters the second starting port 15, the second special symbol retention display 24 displays two special symbol retention indicators, similar to the first special symbol retention display 23. The LED lights up in a manner to display the number of second pending items.

As shown in FIGS. 44(a) and 44(b), when the game ball Q enters the first starting port 14, the number of pending icons HI, the first pending number display area 74a, and the first special The display mode of the symbol reservation display 23 is updated from the display mode showing that the number of pending symbols is "2" to the display mode showing that the number of pending symbols is "3".

In addition, when the change ends and the number of reservations changes from "3" to "2", the display mode of the reservation icon HI, the first reservation number display area 74a, and the first special symbol reservation display 23 changes so that the number of reservations becomes "2". The display mode that shows that the number of reservations is "3" is updated to the display mode that shows that the number of reservations is "2."

For example, as shown in FIG. 44(a), when the first special symbol reservation number (U1) is "2", "two" reservation icons HI are displayed in the first reservation icon display area 72a. More specifically, when the number of reservations is "2" (U1=2), the reservation icon HI is displayed in each of the first region R1 and the second region R2. Further, when the number of reservations is "2", the number "2" is displayed in the first reservation number display area 74a, and the number of reservations is "2" on the first special symbol reservation display 23. The LEDs are lit in a manner that displays (in this embodiment, two LEDs are lit).

Further, as shown in FIG. 44(b), when the game ball Q enters the first starting port 14 and the number of first pending balls becomes "3", the first pending icon display area 72a displays a pending icon. One additional HI is displayed, and "three" pending icons HI are displayed. More specifically, a hold icon HI is additionally displayed in the third area R3, and combined with the two hold icons HI that were already displayed in the first area R1 and second area R2, a total of three hold icons are displayed. Icon HI is displayed. Further, when the number of reservations becomes "3", the number "3" is updated and displayed in the first reservation number display area 74a, and the number of reservations is "3" on the first special symbol reservation display 23. The lighting mode of the LED is updated in a manner that displays this (in this embodiment, the upper LED of the two LEDs blinks, and the lower LED lights up).

Further, when one variation is completed and the number of first pending items becomes "2", "two" pending icons HI are displayed in the first pending icon display area 72a, and in the first pending number display area 74a. The number "2" is displayed, and the LED lighting mode is updated on the first special symbol reservation display 23 to display that the number of reservations is "2".

Note that each pending icon HI shifts toward the relevant fluctuation icon display area 73 every time one fluctuation is completed. For example, as shown in FIG. 46(b), the pending icon HI displayed in the first area R1 is shifted to the variable icon display area 73 and displayed as the variable icon TI, and is then displayed in the second area R2. The hold icon HI that was previously displayed is shifted to the first area R1 and displayed. Further, the hold icon HI displayed in the third region R3 is shifted and displayed in the second region R2.

(About the display of the pending icon when winning a prize)
Next, with reference to FIG. 45, the timing at which the display mode of the icons (the pending icon HI and the fluctuation icon TI) is updated will be described.

As described above, the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment changes the color of the variable icon or pending icon in accordance with the change scenario determined by the sub CPU 120a. Further, as described above, in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the light emitting mode of the belly button lamp 34c changes to correspond to the icon color.

Here, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, when changing the color of the pending icon in advance variation, if the second changing action is not performed, the color change of the pending icon is shifted within the pending icon display area. This is done when it is displayed (at the time of shift).

For example, as shown in FIGS. 45 and 46, a scenario (in the case of scenario 06) has been determined in which the pending icon HI is displayed as a blinking white icon when winning a prize, and changes from the blinking white icon to a blue icon before 2 changes, In addition, when the second change action is not executed, the hold icon HI that was displayed as a blinking white icon at the time of winning changes to a blue icon when shifted and displayed from the third area R3 to the second area R2.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 45 and 46, the heel lamp 34c changes its light emission mode to correspond to the display mode of the hold icon HI. Specifically, while the hold icon HI is displayed as a blinking white icon, the belly button lamp 34c emits white light, and at the timing (during shift) when the hold icon HI changes to a blue icon, the belly button lamp 34c changes to blue light. .

On the other hand, when the second change action is executed to change the color of the hold icon HI, the color change of the hold icon HI is performed while the hold icon HI is changing. For example, as shown in FIG. 47, when the hold icon HI is displayed as a white blinking icon when winning a prize, and a scenario (in the case of scenario 06) in which the white blinking icon changes to a blue icon is determined before two changes, , when the second change action is executed, the hold icon HI that was displayed as a blinking white icon at the time of winning is shifted to the second area R2 and then changed during the change (during the previous change). The icon changes to blue.

Further, as shown in FIG. 47, the heel lamp 34c changes its light emission mode to correspond to the display mode of the hold icon HI. Specifically, while the hold icon HI is displayed as a blinking white icon, the belly button lamp 34c emits white light, and at the timing when the hold icon HI changes to a blue icon, the belly button lamp 34c changes to blue light.

In this way, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the belly button lamp 34c emits light in a manner corresponding to the color of the icon (the hold icon or the variable icon). That is, when the color of the icon (the pending icon or the variable icon) changes, the color of the light emitted from the belly button lamp 34c changes in synchronization with the icon color.

Thereby, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, it becomes easier to intuitively recognize the color aspect of the icon (the pending icon or the variable icon). As a result, the gaming machine 1 can further enhance the presentation effect and improve the interest of the game.

As described above, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the light emission mode of the belly button lamp 34c is changed in synchronization with the change in the icon color, but the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this. Specifically, the gaming machine of the present invention may continue a predetermined light emitting mode before and after the icon color changes.

Further, as shown in FIG. 47, in this embodiment, the fluctuation icon is continuously displayed until the fluctuation is stopped (confirmed), and the heel lamp 34c continues to emit light in synchronization with the fluctuation icon.

In addition, in the gaming machine of the present invention, the variable icon may not be displayed depending on the effect performed in the effect display area 70 (image display device 31). For example, if the performance develops into a performance with high expectations for a jackpot, such as SPSP reach, the fluctuation icon or pending icon may not be displayed. Furthermore, when the variable icon is no longer displayed, the light emission from the belly button lamp 34c may be turned off in synchronization with the non-display of the variable icon.

Further, in the gaming machine of the present invention, even when the variable icon is not displayed (for example, while SPSP reach is being performed), the belly button lamp 34c is configured to emit light in a manner corresponding to the color of the variable icon. may continue. In such a configuration, for example, the heso lamp 34c may continue to be lit until the end of the fluctuation.

(About specific examples of each production)
Hereinafter, an example of the performance performed by the gaming machine 1 will be explained with reference to the drawings.

As described above, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the icons (the pending icon HI and the variable icon TI) are displayed as images depicting the moon. Further, as shown in FIG. 48(a), in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the variable icon TI is displayed together with a cloud image KG in which a cloud is drawn. Furthermore, an image depicting a bridge (taiko bridge image TG) is displayed in the effect display area 70 (image display device 31).

As shown in FIG. 48(a), the Taikobashi image TG is normally displayed at the default position, with the position below the variable icon TI (approximately the center position of the effect display area 70) being the default position (default position). has been done. When the Taikobashi image TG is displayed in the default position, it functions as a part of various effects (color change of the variable icon, etc.). The drum bridge image TG, when displayed in the default position, plays a role like a stage for various characters (dog character Ca, girl character Cb, etc.) that appear on the bridge.

In this manner, in the game machine 1, the Taikobashi image TG is used as a stage for each character and used for production, thereby making it possible to direct the player's attention to each character. As a result, the gaming machine 1 can attract the player's attention to detailed performances such as the rules of the game executed using the small characters and the breaking of the rules, thereby increasing the interest of the game.

Here, as shown in FIG. 48(b), in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the effect display area 70 (image display device 31) is provided with a plurality of layers (layers) for displaying various images. ing.

Specifically, the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment has a layer A where a hold icon HI is displayed, a layer B where a Taikobashi image TG is displayed, a layer C where a cloud image KG is displayed, and the fluctuation icon TI. It has at least four layers (layers) including layer D where is displayed. Note that each layer is provided in the order of layer A, layer B, layer C, and layer D from the upper layer side.

In this way, in this embodiment, the hold icon HI is displayed on the uppermost layer A, and the Taikobashi image TG is displayed on the layer B, which is lower than the layer A where the hold icon HI is displayed, and the change The icon TI is displayed on a layer D further below. In other words, in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the pending icon HI, the Taikobashi image TG, the cloud image G, and the variable icon TI are displayed on different layers.

In this way, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the hold icon HI, the variable icon TI, and the Taikobashi image TG are displayed on different layers. Thereby, the gaming machine 1 can create a sense of perspective between the variable icon TI or pending icon HI and the Taikobashi image TG, thereby enhancing the visual effect. In addition, the gaming machine 1 impresses the player with the Taikobashi image TG as a special motif image by configuring the icon (the pending icon HI and the fluctuation icon TI) and the Taikobashi image TG on different layers. It can attract attention.

In addition, in this embodiment, an example was shown in which a layer was provided in which the pending icon HI, the Taikobashi image TG, the cloud image KG, and the fluctuation icon TI are displayed in this order from the upper layer side. Not limited. For example, in the gaming machine of the present invention, the variable icon TI may be displayed in a layer above the layer in which the Taikobashi image TG is displayed, and the hold icon HI may be displayed in a layer below, Alternatively, the variable icon TI and the pending icon HI may be displayed in a layer higher than the layer in which the Taikobashi image TG is displayed. Furthermore, in the gaming machine of the present invention, the variable icon TI and the hold icon HI may be displayed in a layer lower than the layer in which the Taikobashi image TG is displayed.

(Series of steps from normal reach to SPSP reach)
Next, an example of a fluctuating performance executed by the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment will be described. As mentioned above, the gaming machine 1 is provided with a plurality of variable effect patterns (variable effect patterns 1 to 38), and based on each variable effect pattern, the effect display area 70 (image display device 31) and the audio output device 32, effects are performed using a decorative lighting device 34 and the like.

FIG. 49 shows an example of the performance performed when the normal reach develops into the SPSP reach. As mentioned above, SPSP reach is a performance that suggests that the expectation of a jackpot is relatively high.

As shown in FIG. 49(a), in normal reach, two effect symbols 38 showing the same number ("7" in the example of FIG. 49(a)) are temporarily stopped in the effect display area 70 (image display device 31). Then, the remaining performance symbols 38 change. Furthermore, the small performance symbols 48 are displayed in a variable manner so as to be synchronized with the performance symbols 38.

In addition, as shown in Figure 49(b), for example, when normal reach develops into SPSP reach, the title of SPSP reach, etc. (in Figure 49(b), the text image of "SPSP battle") is displayed, and the development to SPSP reach is displayed. will be notified.

As shown in FIG. 49(c), in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the operation image SG is displayed during SPSP reach. Further, as shown in FIG. 49(d), after the operation image SG is displayed during SPSP reach, a predetermined A cut-in is displayed.

Note that, as shown in FIG. 49(d), when displaying the cut-in, lines or the like may be displayed. Furthermore, when displaying lines or the like when a cut-in occurs, a plurality of types of font colors for the lines may be displayed, and the degree of expectation of a jackpot may be varied depending on the font color of the lines. For example, the text color of the serifs may be configured such that the expectation of jackpot increases in the order of green < red < gold.

As shown in FIG. 49(e), the operation image SG is displayed at the end of SPSP reach. The operation image SG displayed at the end of the SPSP reach can be displayed to notify you of a jackpot. As shown in FIG. 49(f), the jackpot notification is performed at the timing when the operation image SG is operated or at the timing when the effective period of the production button 35 ends. In addition, the combination of performance symbols 38 ("777" in the example of FIG. 49(f)) for notifying a jackpot is displayed in a stopped state. Further, in synchronization with the stopped display of the performance pattern 38, the small performance pattern 48 is stopped and displayed.

(About an example of change action)
Next, an example of each changing action performed by the gaming machine 1 will be explained with reference to the drawings.

As described above, the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment is capable of performing various effects using the Taikobashi image TG. In addition, the gaming machine 1 displays the Taikobashi image TG at a position below the variable icon TI (default position), and performs a first change action (first change action A, first change action) that changes the color of the variable icon TI. Perform 1 change action B and 1st change action C).

Furthermore, the gaming machine 1 is placed at a position (holding position) corresponding to any one of the first area R1 to fourth area R4 of the holding icon display area (first holding icon display area 72a, second holding icon display area 72b). A second change action that displays the Taikobashi image TG, performs a precursory action, and changes the color of the reservation icon HI after the precursory action is performed (in response to the Taikobashi image TG being displayed at the reservation position). I do.

(Example of first change action A)
Next, an example of the first change action A will be described with reference to FIG. 50. FIG. 50 shows, as an example of the first change action A, an example of a production in which the change icon TI is changed from a white icon to a purple icon (for example, change scenario 23).

As shown in FIG. 50(a), the Taikobashi image TG is displayed at the default position (below the variable icon TI). As described above, in this embodiment, the variable icon TI is displayed on the layer D that is lower than the layer B on which the Taikobashi image TG is displayed (see FIG. 48(b)). Further, the fluctuation icon TI is displayed as a white icon. Further, the belly button lamp 34c is in an off state as a mode corresponding to the white icon.

Note that, as shown in FIG. 50(a), when the Taiko Bridge image TG is displayed in the default position, the Taiko Bridge image TG is displayed in a manner as if viewed from the front side with respect to the traffic direction of the bridge (front view). image).

As shown in FIG. 50(b), the dog character Ca runs toward the front on the bridge and appears on the drum bridge image TG.

As shown in FIG. 50(c), an effect is performed in which the dog character Ca barks at the variable icon TI on the bridge. Further, when the dog character Ca barks at the variable icon TI, the light emitting area of the variable icon TI is displayed to increase or decrease (an effect similar to the waxing and waning of the moon is performed).

As shown in FIG. 50(d), after the dog character Ca barks, the color of the variable icon TI changes (in the example of FIG. 50, it changes from a white icon to a purple icon). Further, in accordance with the color change of the variable icon TI, a predetermined sound (a "ping" sound in FIG. 50) is output from the audio output device 32. Further, in accordance with the color change of the fluctuation icon TI, the light emitting mode of the belly button lamp 34c changes (changes from an off state to purple light emission).

As shown in FIG. 50(e), the dog character Ca then runs away to the back of the bridge.

(Example of first change action B)
Next, an example of the first change action B will be described with reference to FIG. 51.

As shown in FIG. 51(a), the Taikobashi image TG is displayed at the default position. As described above, in this embodiment, the variable icon TI is displayed on the layer D that is lower than the layer B on which the Taikobashi image TG is displayed. Further, the fluctuation icon TI is displayed as a white icon. Further, the belly button lamp 34c is in an off state as a mode corresponding to the white icon.

As shown in FIG. 51(b), a girl character Cb (requester) appears from the back of the bridge toward the front, and the girl character Cb is displayed on the drum bridge image TG.

As shown in FIG. 51(c), the girl character Cb (requester) appearing on the bridge looks back (toward the variable icon TI). A text image of "Wish Zone" appears on the upper part of the bridge's parapet (the upper part of the parapet of the drum bridge image TG), and an effect is performed to notify that the user has entered the zone effect (please zone).

As shown in FIG. 51(d), the girl character Cb (requester) on the bridge looks up, and a close-up image of the girl character Cb is displayed in synchronization with the girl character Cb (requester) on the bridge. be done. In addition, during this time, the character image of "Please Zone" continues to be displayed.

As shown in FIG. 51(e), a close-up image of the girl character Cb is displayed above the variable icon TI, and an effect is generated around the variable icon TI. Further, the girl character Cb sheds tears, and the tears fall toward the variable icon TI. In addition, during this time, the character image of "Please Zone" continues to be displayed.

As shown in FIG. 51(f), when a tear falls on the variable icon TI, the color of the variable icon TI changes (in the example of FIG. 51, it changes from a white icon to a red icon). Further, in synchronization with the color change of the variable icon, the belly button lamp 34c changes to a mode corresponding to the icon color (in the example of FIG. 51, it changes from an off state to red light emission).

(Example of second change action)
Next, an example of the second change action will be described with reference to FIGS. 52 and 53. As an example of the second change action, FIGS. 52 and 53 show a series of production examples in which the pending icon HI, which was displayed as a blinking white icon at the time of winning, is changed to a red icon (for example, change scenario 36). There is.

As described above, the second change action is performed in response to the Taikobashi image TG being displayed at the hold position. More specifically, the second change action is performed in response to the execution of a precursor action that is performed as a precursor to whether or not the second change action will be executed. Explaining from the opposite perspective, when the second change action is performed, a precursor action is performed that makes the user expect the second change action to be performed.

Note that, as described above, the second change action may not be performed after the precursor action is performed (see FIG. 41). That is, the precursor action may be performed as a real precursor to the second change action, or may be performed as a false precursor to encourage execution of the second change action.

As shown in FIG. 52(a), the Taikobashi image TG is displayed at the default position. In addition, when the ball enters the first starting slot 14 (when the ball enters), it is determined in advance that the icon color will change in advance according to the determination at the time of winning, and it is determined that the icon will be displayed as a blinking white icon from the time of winning. Then, the hold icon HI is displayed as a blinking white icon in the first hold icon display area 72a of the effect display area 70 (image display device 31). In synchronization with the display of the pending icon HI as a blinking white icon, the belly button lamp 34c emits white light.

In the following explanation, the pending icon HI for which the second change action is to be executed or the pending icon HI for which the precursor action is to be executed (the pending icon HI to which the Taikobashi image TG is to be moved) is referred to as " It may be described as "Icon EI for performance."

As shown in FIG. 52(b), in the precursory action, an effect is performed in which the Taikobashi image TG moves toward the effect target icon EI. More specifically, the Taikobashi image TG, which was displayed at the default position so as to lock the variable icon TI, is moved to the area where the performance target icon EI is displayed (in FIG. 52(b), the first area R1 ) move towards. At this time, the Taiko-bashi image TG is displayed as an image slightly obliquely viewed from the diagonal right side of the bridge (a diagonal image), rather than an image viewed from the front when displayed in the default position.

As shown in FIG. 52(c), when the Taikobashi image TG reaches the lower part (holding position) of the area where the presentation target icon EI is displayed (when the Taikobashi image TG moves to the holding position), the presentation target icon EI is enlarged to the same size as the relevant fluctuation icon TI.

In this way, before the second change action is performed, an effect (precursor action) in which the Taikobashi image TG moves to the holding position is performed. Note that if the second change action is not performed (if only the precursor action is performed), this will be explained below using FIGS. 52(d) to (f) and FIGS. 53(a) to (d). There will be no performance.

Note that the pending icon HI to which the Taikobashi image TG was moved (the pending icon HI which was the target of the precursor action) is displayed until it moves to the variable icon display area 73 (the position where the variable icon TI is displayed). The same size as the relevant fluctuation icon TI is maintained. In other words, the pending icon HI (acting target icon EI) that has become the target of the precursor action and has become the same size as the variable icon TI, maintains its size until the relevant variable icon TI, and does not return to the normal size of the pending icon HI. do not have. Furthermore, when the foreshadowing action is executed and the Taikobashi image TG moves to the hold position and is locked to the performance target icon EI, the Taikobashi image TG remains locked to the performance target icon EI until then.

As shown in FIG. 52(d), when the second change action is performed, the performance target icon EI is moved to the approximate center of the performance display area 70 (image display device 31) together with the Taikobashi image TG that has been moved to the hold position. move toward

As shown in FIG. 52(e), when the Taikobashi image TG and the effect target icon EI reach the approximate center of the effect display area 70, the background of the effect display area 70 darkens and the cherry blossom image is displayed. In addition, the performance target icon EI is further enlarged and displayed.

As shown in FIG. 52(f), the effect target icon EI eventually expands to fill the screen of the effect display area 70.

As shown in FIG. 53(a), after the performance target icon EI is enlarged, the aspect of the performance target icon EI changes so that the light emitting area expands (like a full moon).

As shown in FIG. 53(b), almost the entire area of the performance target icon EI eventually changes to become a light emitting area (like a full moon).

As shown in FIG. 53(c), after the rendering target icon EI changes to become a full moon, the color of the rendering target icon EI changes (in the example of FIG. 53(c), it changes to a red icon). Further, when the icon color changes, a predetermined sound (in the example of FIG. 53, the sound "pikin, pikin") is output from the audio output device 32. Further, the light emission mode of the belly button lamp 34c changes from white light emission to red light emission so as to correspond to the change in the icon color of the pending icon HI (effect target icon EI). Note that the light emitting mode of the belly button lamp 34c continues until the fluctuation stops (until it is confirmed) indicating the determination result of the performance target icon EI.

As shown in FIG. 53(d), after the icon color change of the rendering target icon EI is performed, the rendering target icon EI returns to the same size as the variable icon TI. Further, the effect target icon EI and Taikobashi image TG return to the holding position from approximately the center of the effect display area 70.

In this way, the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment uses the Taikobashi image TG to perform a first change action that changes the color of the variable icon and a second change action that changes the color of the pending icon. That is, the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment displays the "Taikobashi image TG", which is an image related to one motif (Taikobashi), in which position (default position or pending position) to create an effect. Depending on whether this is done, different results (whether the variable icon TI is displayed in a changed color or the pending icon HI is displayed in a changed color) are obtained.

With such a configuration, the game machine 1 of the present embodiment can impress the player with the Taiko Bridge image TG as a special motif image, and draw attention to changes in the position of the Taiko Bridge image TG. . As a result, the gaming machine 1 can improve the interest of the game.

To explain more specifically, in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the Taikobashi image TG is displayed with the default position (approximately the center) associated with the variable icon TI, and the second changing action is performed. In this case, the Taikobashi image TG is displayed at a position different from the default position (suspended position). Therefore, the gaming machine 1 can give the player a sense of discomfort when the Taikobashi image TG is displayed in the reserved position. Furthermore, by changing the color of the pending icon after giving the player a sense of discomfort, it is possible to increase expectations for a jackpot (privilege) to be awarded in subsequent games. As a result, the game machine 1 can improve the interest of the game.

Furthermore, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, different sounds are output when the color of the variable icon TI changes due to the first changing action and when the color of the pending icon HI changes due to the second changing action, To make it easier for a player to intuitively recognize that the performance contents and results to be executed are different. Thereby, the gaming machine 1 can further enhance the presentation effect and improve the interest of the game.

Furthermore, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the first change action is performed in response to the Taikobashi image TG being displayed in the default position, and the second change action is performed in response to the Taikobashi image TG being displayed in the reserved position. Although an example is shown in which a changing action is performed, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this embodiment. That is, in the gaming machine of the present invention, it is possible to appropriately select how to display the Taikobashi image TG at different positions when performing the first changing action and when performing the second changing action. .

Specifically, in the gaming machine of the present invention, there are differences in pictures showing one motif (a bridge in this embodiment), differences in the size of the Taikobashi image TG, and the effect display area 70 in which the Taikobashi image TG is displayed. The position at which the Taikobashi image TG is displayed can be varied depending on the position on the (image display device 31) or the like. For example, the Taiko Bridge images TG may be made to have different sizes and relative positions, or the Taiko Bridge images TG may be moved to different positions such as the upper end, lower end, left end, or right end of the effect display area 70. It may be displayed in different positions.

To explain more specifically, for example, by displaying the same image (Taikobashi image TG) in the same size and changing the position where the Taikobashi image TG is placed in the effect display area 70, the Taikobashi image TG can be displayed. The display positions may be different (if the images are the same size but in different positions). For example, while displaying the same image (e.g. Taiko Bridge image TG) in the same size, the position where the Taiko Bridge image TG is displayed may be changed depending on whether it is displayed on the upper side or the lower side of the effect display area 70. may be different.

Furthermore, by displaying the same image (for example, Taikobashi image TG) in different sizes and varying the relative position of Taikobashi image TG in the effect display area 70, the position at which Taikobashi image TG is displayed can be changed. may be made different (if the "image sizes are different" and therefore the "relative positions are different"). For example, when the Taiko Bridge image TG is displayed in an enlarged size at approximately the center of the effect display area 70, and when the Taiko Bridge image TG is displayed at a reduced size at approximately the center of the effect display area 70, , the relative positions in the effect display area 70 may be made different.

Furthermore, by displaying the same image (for example, the Taikobashi image TG) in different sizes and changing the position of the Taikobashi image TG in the effect display area 70, the position where the Taikobashi image TG is displayed may be changed. Good (if the "images are different in size" and "in different positions").

Furthermore, by displaying images depicting the same motif (a "bridge" in this embodiment) from different angles, the relative position of the Taikobashi image TG in the effect display area 70 is varied, and the Taikobashi image TG is displayed. The position may be different. For example, as in this embodiment, the same motif (bridge) may be displayed, such as "an image of a front view of a bridge" when displayed in the default position, and "an image of a bridge viewed from the side" when displayed in a reserved position. The position where the Taikobashi image TG is displayed may be changed using images depicting the Taikobashi image TG at different angles.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, an example was shown in which the first change action and the second change action performed using the Taikobashi image TG were to change the color of the fluctuation icon TI and the pending icon HI. The gaming machine of the invention is not limited to this. Specifically, in the gaming machine of the present invention, the change action performed using the Taikobashi image TG does not need to suggest a change in the color of the pending icon HI or the variable icon TI. For example, the gaming machine of the present invention may use the Taikobashi image to suggest that a pseudo-series will be played, or may indicate the number of rounds of a jackpot game, or may further indicate the number of rounds of a jackpot game. It may be used to suggest the future (SP reach, etc.), to suggest the occurrence of a cut-in, to announce a jackpot, to generate or change an effect, etc. To explain with an example, for example, in the gaming machine of the present invention, when the Taikobashi image is displayed at the default position, a pseudo-connection occurs, and when the Taikobashi image is displayed at a position different from the default position, the development destination may be notified.

Furthermore, the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment displays an example in which the color of the icon (the variable icon TI, the pending icon HI) is changed as a result of the performance performed using the Taikobashi image TG. Although shown, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this. Specifically, the gaming machine of the present invention may perform a pseudo-run as a result of the performance performed using the Taikobashi image TG, or may display the number of rounds of a jackpot game. Further, it may be possible to develop into SP reach, display a cut-in, notify the success or failure of a jackpot, or generate or change effects. To explain with an example, for example, in the gaming machine of the present invention, when the Taikobashi image is displayed in the default position, a cut-in is displayed, and when the Taikobashi image is displayed in a position different from the default position, the SP reach It may also be something that is developed into.

As described above, in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the color of the variable icon may change more than once (see FIG. 35). For example, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, when changing the color of the fluctuation icon twice, the "first change action A (performance by the dog character Ca or the girl character Cb)" is 2 times in one change. In some cases, the "first change action A" and the "first change action C (direction using the weapon icon BI)" described later are performed. On the other hand, the color of the hold icon HI due to the second change action changes only once in one change.

Note that the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this embodiment, and the color change of the pending icon HI due to the second change action may be performed multiple times in one change.

Further, the first change action (first change action A, first change action B, first change action C) does not have to be performed in response to a change in the color of the change icon TI, and the color of the pending icon HI It may also be something that is done in response to a change.

In addition, in this embodiment, the sound that is output when the color of the variable icon TI changes by the first change action (in this embodiment, a "ping" sound), and the color of the pending icon HI by the second change action. Although an example has been shown in which the sound output when the character changes (in this embodiment, the sound "pikin, pikin") is made different, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this. For example, in the gaming machine of the present invention, a sound is output when the color of the variable icon TI changes due to the first change action, and a sound is output when the color of the pending icon HI changes due to the second change action. and may be the same sound (same sound effect, same voice, etc.).

Furthermore, in this embodiment, the same sound is made regardless of what color the icon color changes (in the case where the variable icon TI changes color, a "pikin" sound is made regardless of what color it changes to). ) is output, but the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this. Specifically, the gaming machine of the present invention may output different sounds depending on which color the icon changes to. For example, if the icon color after the change is less than or equal to the purple icon, a default sound indicating the icon color change (for example, a "pikin" sound) is output, and if the icon color after the change is more than or equal to the red icon ( If the icon color has a high expectation of a jackpot), a sound different from the default sound (such as lines being output or a sound effect with a different sound quality) may be output.

(Example of first change action C)
Next, a specific example of the first change action C will be described with reference to FIGS. 54 to 60.

As described above, the first change action C is an effect that displays an image with a weapon as a motif (weapon icon BI) and changes the color of the change icon TI. To explain more specifically, the first change action C is an effect in which a weapon (weapon icon BI) performs an action (weapon activation) to attack the variable icon TI and changes the color of the variable icon TI. be.

As mentioned above, the weapon icon BI displayed in the first change action C includes a "bamboo tube icon BIa" that depicts a "bamboo tube", a "sword icon BIb" that depicts a "sword", and a "hand". There is a "hand icon BIc".

(About the timing when the weapon icon is displayed)
First, the relationship between the timing when the weapon icon BI is displayed and the timing when the pending number is updated and displayed will be explained with reference to FIG. 54.

As explained above with reference to FIG. 43, when a game ball enters the first starting port 14 (or second starting port 15), the information for determining whether or not to execute a jackpot game is stored. A hold icon HI is displayed to indicate that the item is in stock (stocked). Further, the pending icon HI indicates the degree of jackpot expectation by display color (blue, green, red, etc.).

In addition, in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the hold icon HI is displayed so as to remain stationary in each area in principle, except when it is shifted and displayed or when a changing action is performed. Note that the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this embodiment, and the hold icon may be displayed so as to move while remaining in each area. For example, the hold icon may be displayed so as to rotate at a constant cycle, or move vertically and horizontally.

As described above, at the timing of winning the first starting hole 14, in addition to displaying the reservation icon HI, the display mode of the first reservation number display area 74a and the first special symbol reservation display 23 is updated. . In addition, as described above, the first reservation number display area 74a (or the second reservation number display area 74b) and the first special symbol reservation display 23 (or the second special symbol reservation display 24) notify only the number of reservations. are doing.

Here, as shown in FIG. 54, the weapon icon BI appears at a predetermined timing after the start of variation (for example, at the first stop or second stop of pseudo variation after the start of variation, or during reach such as normal reach). Is displayed. Further, the weapon icon BI is continuously displayed after being set until it is activated. Furthermore, when the weapon icon BI is activated, it disappears (is erased) from the effect display area 70. Furthermore, when the weapon icon BI is activated (stock released), the color of the variable icon TI changes (see FIG. 42).

In this way, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the weapon icon BI appears (occurs) at a timing different from the timing at which the pending icon HI is displayed (timing at which the pending number is updated and displayed). Further, the weapon icon BI is continuously displayed for a predetermined period of time. Furthermore, the weapon icon BI performs an attack action when activated, and is erased after being activated.

In this way, the game machine 1 of this embodiment indicates to the player that some kind of effect (in this embodiment, the color change of the variable icon) is stocked by displaying the weapon icon BI. , it is possible to maintain the player's sense of anticipation until the stock is released (in this embodiment, the weapon icon is activated).

In the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, there are three types of weapon icons BI, and seven types of pending icons HI (white icons, blue icons, etc.). In addition, the numerical display of the number of reservations (number reservation) is a first special figure number reservation displayed in the first reservation number display area 74a corresponding to the first special symbol, and a second special symbol number reservation corresponding to the second special symbol. There are two types: a second special figure number reservation displayed in the reservation number display area 74b. Further, the first special figure number reservation is displayed in blue characters, and the second special figure number reservation is displayed in red characters.

As described above, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the stock group related to the weapon icon BI that performs a specific effect (color change of the icon color in the present embodiment) and the reservation that indicates the expectation level of jackpot (privilege) by color. A stock group related to the icon HI, a stock group that notifies only the number of pending items by displaying a "number," a stock group that notifies only the number of pending items by "LED lighting mode," and stock groups that have different display formats. is provided. With such a configuration, the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment not only prevents players from misperceiving the current number of reservations, but also expands the variety of presentations and improves the interest of the game. I can do it.

As shown in FIG. 55(c), in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, all types of weapon icons BI (bamboo tube icon BIa, sword icon BIb, and hand icon BIc) are displayed in the effect display area 70 (image display device 31) from the same area (single appearance area P1). The weapon icon BI that has appeared from the appearance area P1 moves along a route image LG (an image of an arched arrow in FIG. 55(c)) indicating a route along which the weapon icon BI moves.

As shown in FIG. 55(d), when the weapon icon BI reaches the vicinity of the variable icon TI after moving along the route image LG, it is set to the set position P2 near the variable icon TI. In addition, in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, all of the plurality of types of weapon icons BI appear from a single appearance area P1, whereas the set positions P2 are provided according to the types of weapon icons BI.

More specifically, as shown in FIG. 55(d), in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the bamboo tube icon BIa is set at the set position P2 to the right of the variable icon TI, and the sword icon BIb is set at the set position P2. The position to the left of the variable icon TI is set as a set position P2, and the position of the hand icon BIc in front of the variable icon TI is set as a set position P2.

In this way, in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, all of the plurality of types of weapon icons BI appear from a single appearance area P1. As a result, the gaming machine 1 can not only make the player pay attention to the appearance area P1, but also make the player pay attention with anticipation as to which type of weapon icon BI will appear. . As a result, the gaming machine 1 can further enhance the presentation effect and improve the interest of the game.

As described above, the weapon icon BI set at the set position P2 is displayed for a predetermined period of time on standby until it is activated. Furthermore, as mentioned above, after the weapon icon BI is set at set position P2, it is activated after time T1 (immediate activation), activated after time T2 (standby + countdown), and activated after time T3. (countdown + operation image display).

(First example of first change action C: single weapon, immediate activation)
Next, a first example of the first change action C will be described with reference to FIG. 56.

In a first example of the first change action C, a case will be described in which there is one weapon icon BI (bamboo tube icon BIa) and the activation pattern is "immediate activation." In addition, in the following description of specific examples (first to fourth examples) of the first change action C, the case where the change icon TI is changed from a white icon to a purple icon (for example, change scenario 36) will be explained as an example. I will list and explain.

As shown in FIG. 56(a), the weapon icon BI (in the example of FIG. 56, the bamboo tube icon BIa) is generated from the appearance area P1 above the effect display area 70 (image display device 31). Moreover, when the weapon icon BI appears, the route image LG is displayed. As shown in FIG. 56(a), the heel lamp 34c is in a state corresponding to the color of the fluctuation icon TI (in the case shown in FIG. 56(a), it is turned off in accordance with the white icon). ).

As shown in FIG. 56(b), the weapon icon BI that has appeared from the appearance area P1 moves toward the variable icon TI along the route image LG.

As shown in FIG. 56(c), when the weapon icon BI reaches the vicinity of the variable icon (set position P2), the weapon icon BI temporarily stops at the set position P2 and locks the variable icon TI. Displayed and set. As described above, when the weapon icon BI is the bamboo tube icon BIa, the bamboo tube icon BIa is set with the position to the right of the variable icon TI set as the set position P2.

As shown in FIG. 56(d), immediately after the weapon icon BI is displayed at the set position P2 (after time T1), the weapon icon BI performs an action to attack the variable icon TI at the set position P2. . Note that, as shown in FIG. 56(d), when the weapon icon BI is the bamboo tube icon BIa, an effect is performed as if a gun is being fired from the bamboo tube toward the variable icon TI.

As shown in FIG. 56(e), after the weapon icon BI performs an action as if attacking the variable icon TI, the color of the variable icon TI changes (in the example shown in FIG. 56, the color changes from the white icon to (changes to a purple icon). Furthermore, the light emitting mode of the heel lamp 34c changes to correspond to the color of the variable icon TI. In the example shown in FIG. 56(e), the heso lamp 34c changes its light emission mode from an off state to purple light emission.

In this way, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the weapon icon BI is made to appear and activated during the variation, so as to stock the color change of the variation icon TI. Thereby, the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment can draw attention to the change in the color of the icon (the variable icon). As a result, the gaming machine 1 can attract players' interest and improve the interest of the game.

Furthermore, in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, when the weapon icon BI is activated, the player performs an action as if attacking the variable icon TI. Thereby, the gaming machine 1 can further enhance the performance effect when changing the color of the variable icon TI (when releasing stock).

Although this embodiment has shown an example in which three types of weapon icons BI are provided: a bamboo tube icon BIa, a sword icon BIb, and a hand icon BIc, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this. That is, in the gaming machine of the present invention, the weapon icon may be of a single type (one type). Further, the number of weapon icons BI (stock icons indicating color changes of the variable icon TI) is not limited to three types, and two or three or more types may be provided.

In addition, as mentioned above, weapon icon BI has strengths and weaknesses, and among weapon icon BI, "hand icon BIc" is confirmed to change icon color more than purple icon, and "sword icon BIb" is green. The icon color change is determined to be more than that of the icon, and the icon color change of the "bamboo cylinder icon BIa" is determined to be more than that of the blue icon (see FIG. 40). As described above, in this embodiment, the strengths of the weapon icons BI vary in the order of "bamboo tube icon BIa" < "sword icon BIb" < "hand icon BIc" (see FIG. 40).

Note that when a plurality of weapon icons BI are stocked (set), they are set in the order of "bamboo tube icon BIa→sword icon BIb→hand icon BIc". In other words, when a plurality of weapon icons BI are set, the weaker weapon icon BI is set first in terms of the strength of the weapon icon BI.

Note that all types of weapon icons BI are generated from a single appearance area P1 and are set at different set positions P2 (in this embodiment, the bamboo tube icon BIa is located to the right of the variable icon TI, and the sword The icon BIb is set to the left of the variable icon TI, and the hand icon BIc is set in front of the variable icon TI.

In this way, in this embodiment, various weapon icons BI are set (stocked) at different set positions P2 and displayed until an attack action is performed (until the stocked contents are released). . To explain from another point of view, the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment releases stock contents (color changes of the variable icons) at different positions of various weapon icons BI.

Here, in this embodiment, when the weapon icon BI is set (when stocked) and when performing an attack action (when stock is released), the object that changes depending on the attack action of the weapon icon BI (the color of the variable icon) change) is unclear. To explain more specifically, in this embodiment, when stocking and discharging weapon icon BI, text or the like is used to indicate the content of the effect that changes due to stock discharging (change in color of the variable icon). There is no indication that the weapon icon BI is in stock, and the player cannot grasp what will be done by the action (discharge) of the weapon icon BI, and the content stored by the weapon icon BI is unclear (completely unclear). Clear).

Note that the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this embodiment, and may display text such as "Change the color of the variable icon!" to indicate the content stocked by the weapon icon. ), the content stocked by the weapon icon may be made completely clear. Further, in the gaming machine of the present invention, a part of the content stored by the weapon icon may be made clear (partially clear). For example, displaying text such as "Color change!" along with the weapon icon BI makes it clear whether the color of something changes, and what color (whether it is the changing icon or something else) It may be unclear whether or not it changes.

Further, as described above, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, after the weapon icon BI performs an attack action (discharge action), the color of the variable icon TI changes.

Note that the game machine of the present invention is not limited to this embodiment, and may be one in which the weapon icon BI does not perform an attack action (discharge action) and the color of the variable icon TI changes. That is, in the gaming machine of the present invention, the stock may be released without the icon (stock icon) performing any action.

Furthermore, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the effect performed by activating the weapon icon BI (discharging the stock) is only "color change of the variable icon" (the contents stocked by the weapon icon BI are simply ).

Note that the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this embodiment. Specifically, in the gaming machine of the present invention, the weapon icon BI need not be stocked in a single target, but may be stocked in multiple targets. For example, the contents stocked by the weapon icon BI include "color change of the relevant variable icon", "falling of a decorative member (gimmick)", "occurrence of pseudo-relationship", "development to SPSP", etc. It may also be the content of the type.

Furthermore, in this embodiment, there is no case where the weapon icon BI is set (stocked) or unused (no discharge operation). That is, in this embodiment, when the weapon icon BI is set (set to the set position P2), an attack action (discharge action) is always performed.

Note that the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this embodiment, and when the weapon icon BI is set (stocked), it may be unused.

Further, in this embodiment, after the attack action of the weapon icon BI (after the stock is released), a display (history display) indicating that the weapon icon BI has been used (discharged) is not performed.

Note that the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this embodiment, and may display a history indicating that the weapon icon BI has been released (indicating that it has been used).

Furthermore, in this embodiment, there is no weapon icon BI that does not change anything, and all set weapon icons BI stock the color changes of the variable icon TI. However, the color of the variable icon TI does not always change for each attack of one weapon icon BI, and the color of the variable icon TI may not change even after an attack (discharge). Specifically, when a plurality of weapon icons BI are set at the same time (when a plurality of weapon icons BI are stocked at the same time), only the weapon icon BI set last changes the color of the variable icon.

Note that the weapon icon BI may emit a predetermined image or text without changing an existing object (for example, the color of the variable icon TI). For example, the weapon icon BI may not change any object, but may emit characters or images, such as the word "heat", that suggest the degree of jackpot expectation.

Furthermore, in the present embodiment, when the weapon icon BI is attacked (discharged), a display suggesting the contents of the stock (for example, "The color of the variable icon changes!") is not displayed.

Note that the game machine of the present invention may suggest the contents of the stock at the time of releasing the weapon icon BI. For example, when the weapon icon BI performs an attack operation (when the stock is released), characters such as "The color of the variable icon changes!" may be displayed to suggest the stock content.

As is clear from the above description, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, when the color of the variable icon changes due to an attack (discharge of stock) of the weapon icon BI (the first change action C is executed), In some cases, the color of the variable icon TI is changed without any attack by the weapon icon BI (for example, the color of the variable icon TI is changed without a change action). (or when the color of the variable icon is changed by the first change action A). That is, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, there are cases where the color of the variable icon changes regardless of the release of the weapon icon BI as a stock icon, and cases where the color of the variable icon changes regardless of the release of the stock icon. It may change.

With such a configuration, the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment can provide variations and sharpness to the performance regarding one event (for example, a color change of the variable icon TI). As a result, the gaming machine 1 can expand the variety of presentations and improve the interest of the game.

(Second example of first change action C: single weapon, standby + countdown)
Next, a second example of the first change action C will be described with reference to FIG. 57. In a second example of the first change action C, a case will be described in which there is one weapon icon BI (hand icon BIc) and the activation pattern is "standby + countdown" (countdown after standby).

As shown in FIG. 57(a), the weapon icon BI (hand icon BIc in the example of FIG. 57) is generated from the appearance area P1 above the effect display area 70 (image display device 31). Moreover, when the weapon icon BI appears, the route image LG is displayed. Note that, as shown in FIG. 57(a), the belly button lamp 34c is in a mode corresponding to the color of the fluctuation icon TI (in the case shown in FIG. 57(a), it is turned off corresponding to the white icon). ).

As shown in FIG. 57(b), the weapon icon BI that has appeared from the appearance area P1 moves toward the variable icon TI along the route image LG. As shown in FIG. 57(b), the route image LG corresponding to the hand icon BIc is an image that appears to traverse the effect display area 70 from the appearance area P1 toward the variable icon TI.

As shown in FIG. 57(c), when the weapon icon BI reaches the vicinity of the variable icon (set position P2), the weapon icon BI is displayed as if locking the variable icon TI and is set. Note that, as described above, when the weapon icon BI is the hand icon BIc, the hand icon BIc is set with the setting position P2 in front of the variable icon TI.

When the weapon icon BI is set to the set position P2, the words "STANDBY" are displayed, indicating that the weapon icon BI will wait for a predetermined period of time before activation (attack operation) (standby state). .

Note that when the weapon icon BI waits until it is activated (standby), the weapon icon BI maintains its position at the set position P2 while shaking slightly up and down until it is activated. In other words, in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, while the weapon icon BI is on standby, the weapon icon BI is not completely stopped, but is displayed in a state of small movement as if to suggest that some kind of effect will be performed. Ru. With such a configuration, the gaming machine 1 can make the player feel that the weapon icon BI will be activated later and some kind of performance will be performed, thereby increasing the player's sense of anticipation.

Although the present embodiment shows an example in which the weapon icon BI swings slightly while on standby, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this. Specifically, in the gaming machine of the present invention, stock icons such as weapon icons may be displayed in a stopped (still) state during standby (standby).

As shown in FIG. 57(d), after a predetermined period of time has elapsed after the weapon icon BI enters the standby state, a countdown starts as "3, 2, 1".

As shown in FIG. 57(e), at the timing when the countdown reaches "0", the weapon icon BI performs an action to attack the variable icon TI at the set position P2. Note that, as shown in FIG. 57(e), when the weapon icon BI is a hand icon BIc, an effect is performed as if the hand is crushing the variable icon TI.

That is, the weapon icon BI, which had been moving up and down slightly during standby, makes a large movement when activated, as if attacking the variable icon TI. Specifically, in the case of the bamboo tube icon BIa, the bamboo tube, which was in a posture such that the gun muzzle was facing the relevant variable icon TI, performs an action such that its posture changes greatly at the moment of firing (FIG. 60(b)). reference). Furthermore, in the case of the sword icon BIb, the user performs an action that greatly changes the posture as if cutting the variable icon TI (see FIG. 60(d)). Furthermore, in the case of the hand icon BIc, an action is performed in which the open hand becomes a fist (see FIG. 57(e)).

In this way, the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment displays the weapon icon BI in a small moving manner to suggest that some kind of effect will be performed during standby (displaying the stock), and when activated (stock display). At the time of release), the weapon icon BI moves (larger movement than during standby). Thereby, the game machine 1 can direct the player's attention to the weapon icon BI during standby, and perform an effect that instantly relieves the tense state during standby by activation. As a result, the gaming machine 1 can create high performance effects and further improve the interest of the game.

As shown in FIG. 57(f), after the weapon icon BI performs an action as if attacking the variable icon TI, the color of the variable icon TI changes (in the example shown in FIG. 57, the color changes from the white icon to (changes to a purple icon). Furthermore, the light emitting mode of the heel lamp 34c changes to correspond to the color of the variable icon TI. In the example shown in FIG. 57(e), the heso lamp 34c changes its light emission mode from an off state to purple light emission.

(Third example of first change action C: single weapon, pattern with operation)
Next, a third example of the first change action C will be described with reference to FIG. 58. In the third example of the first change action C, there is one weapon icon BI (hand icon BIc), and the activation pattern is "standby + operation image display" (operation image SG is displayed after standby). Explain the case. In addition, in this production example, a case where the first change action C is performed during SPSP reach will be described as an example.

As shown in FIG. 58(a), the weapon icon BI (hand icon BIc in the example of FIG. 58) is generated from the appearance area P1 above the effect display area 70 (image display device 31), and moves along the route image LG. and move toward the relevant fluctuation icon TI. As shown in FIG. 58(b), the route image LG corresponding to the hand icon BIc is an image that appears to traverse the effect display area 70 from the appearance area P1 toward the variable icon TI.

As shown in FIG. 58(b), when the weapon icon BI reaches the vicinity of the variable icon (set position P2), the weapon icon BI temporarily stops at the set position P2 and locks the variable icon TI. will be displayed and set, and the words "STANDBY" will be displayed.

As shown in FIG. 58(c), if the weapon icon BI is in standby mode during SPSP Reach, the operation image SG related to SPSP Reach is displayed from when the weapon icon BI is set until it is activated. There may be cases where

As shown in FIG. 58(d), after the operation image SG is displayed, a cut-in regarding SPSP reach occurs at the timing when the production button 35 is operated or at the timing when the validity period ends. Note that, as described above, lines or the like may be displayed when the cut-in is generated, and the expected level of jackpot may be indicated by the display color of the lines.

As shown in FIG. 58(e), after a predetermined period of time has passed after the weapon icon BI is set, an operation image SG for activating the weapon icon BI is displayed. Then, after the operation image SG is displayed, the weapon icon BI performs an attack operation (activates) at the timing when the production button 35 is operated or at the timing when the validity period ends.

As shown in FIG. 58(f), after the weapon icon BI performs an action as if attacking the variable icon TI, the color of the variable icon TI changes (in the example shown in FIG. 58, the color changes from the white icon to (changes to a purple icon). In addition, the light emitting mode of the belly button lamp 34c changes to correspond to the color of the fluctuation icon TI (in the example shown in FIG. 58(f), the light emitting mode of the belly button lamp 34c changes from an off state to purple light emission).

As described above, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, when the performance button 35 (operation device) is operated, the weapon icon BI may attack (release the stock) the variable icon TI. To explain from another point of view, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, there are two cases in which an attack operation (stock consumption) of the weapon icon BI is performed by operating a predetermined operation device (in this embodiment, the effect button 35), There are cases where an attack operation (stock consumption) of the weapon icon BI is performed without operating the device (without operating the performance button 35).

In addition, the image (operation image SG) of the production button 35 that is displayed while the weapon icon BI is on standby is the same image as the operation image SG that is displayed when generating a cut-in performed as a production of SPSP Reach. It will be done.

In this way, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the image in which a cut-in is generated during SPSP reach and the image in which the weapon icon BI performs an attack action (discharge of stock) are common. As a result, the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment determines whether, when one image (for example, the operation image SG) is displayed, a cut-in of SPSP reach occurs or an attack motion of the weapon icon BI is performed (stock When the game is displayed, the player cannot recognize whether the game will be released or not. Therefore, the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment can draw more attention to the performance and improve the interest of the game when an image (for example, the operation image SG) prompting the operation of the operation device is displayed.

To explain in more detail, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, when the operation image SG is displayed, it is difficult to determine whether the color of the variable icon TI changes (whether the stock is released) or whether the SPSP reach-related effect ( Players can have a wide range of expectations regarding whether a cut-in (cut-in occurrence) will be performed and what kind of effect will be performed as a result (such as whether a effect indicating a result with a higher expectation of a jackpot will be performed). . As a result, the gaming machine 1 can further enhance the presentation effect and improve the interest of the game.

Although this embodiment has shown an example in which the operation image for generating a cut-in and the operation image for activating the weapon icon BI are the same, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this. That is, in the gaming machine of the present invention, the operation image for activating the weapon icon BI (stock icon) and the operation image for generating the cut-in may be different images.

(Fourth example of first change action C: multiple weapons, standby pattern)
Next, a fourth example of the first change action C will be described with reference to FIGS. 59 and 60. In the fourth example of the first change action C, a case will be described in which there are a plurality of weapon icons BI (two, a bamboo tube icon BIa and a sword icon BIb), and "standby + countdown" (countdown after standby).

As shown in FIG. 59(a), the first weapon icon BI (bamboo tube icon BIa in the example of FIG. 59) is generated from the appearance area P1 above the effect display area 70 (image display device 31). Moreover, when the weapon icon BI appears, the route image LG is displayed. As shown in FIG. 59(a), the heel lamp 34c is in a state corresponding to the color of the fluctuation icon TI (in the case shown in FIG. 59(a), it is turned off in accordance with the white icon). ).

As shown in FIG. 59(b), the first weapon icon BI that has appeared from the appearance area P1 moves toward the variable icon TI along the route image LG.

As shown in FIG. 59(c), when the first weapon icon BI reaches the vicinity of the variable icon (set position P2), the weapon icon BI temporarily stops at the set position P2 and locks the variable icon TI. It will be displayed and set as follows. As described above, when the weapon icon BI is the bamboo tube icon BIa, the bamboo tube icon BIa is set to the right side of the variable icon TI as the set position P2. Also, when the first weapon icon BI is set to the set position P2, the words "STANDBY" are displayed near the first weapon icon BI, and the first weapon icon BI is It is suggested to wait for a predetermined period of time before activation (attack action) (standby state).

As shown in FIG. 59(d), after the first weapon icon BI is set, the second weapon icon BI (sword icon BIb in the example of FIG. 59) is displayed in the effect display area 70 (image display device 31 ) is generated from the appearance area P1 above. Moreover, when the weapon icon BI appears, the route image LG is displayed.

As shown in FIG. 59(e), the second weapon icon BI that has appeared from the appearance area P1 moves toward the variable icon TI along the route image LG.

As shown in FIG. 59(f), when the second weapon icon BI reaches the vicinity of the variable icon (set position P2), the weapon icon BI temporarily stops at the set position P2 and locks the variable icon TI. It will be displayed and set as follows. Note that, as described above, when the weapon icon BI is the sword icon BIb, the sword icon BIb is set with the left neighbor of the variable icon TI as the set position P2. Also, when the second weapon icon BI is set to the set position P2, the words "STANDBY" are displayed near the second weapon icon BI, and the second weapon icon BI is It is suggested to wait for a predetermined period of time before activation (attack action) (standby state).

As shown in FIG. 60(a), after a predetermined period of time has passed after the two weapon icons BI enter the standby state, the first weapon icon BI (bamboo cylinder icon) will count down as "3, 2, 1". is started.

As shown in FIG. 60(b), at the timing when the countdown reaches "0", the first weapon icon BI performs an action to attack the variable icon TI at the set position P2.

As shown in FIG. 60(c), after the first weapon icon BI is activated, a countdown of "3, 2, 1" is started for the second weapon icon BI (sword icon).

As shown in FIG. 60(d), at the timing when the countdown reaches "0", the second weapon icon BI performs an action to attack the variable icon TI at the set position P2. Note that, as shown in FIG. 60(d), when the weapon icon BI is the sword icon BIb, an effect is performed as if the sword cuts the variable icon TI.

As shown in FIG. 60(e), after the second weapon icon BI performs an action as if attacking the variable icon TI, the color of the variable icon TI changes (in the example shown in FIG. , the white icon changes to a purple icon). Furthermore, the light emitting mode of the heel lamp 34c changes to correspond to the color of the variable icon TI. In the example shown in FIG. 60(e), the heso lamp 34c changes its light emission mode from an off state to purple light emission.

In this way, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, a plurality of weapon icons BI (stock icons) are set at respective set positions P2 (positions where stocks are displayed). In other words, in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the positions where the plurality of weapon icons BI are displayed in stock are different.

Further, in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the set positions P2 of the plurality of types of weapon icons BI are determined in advance. Note that in the gaming machine of the present invention, the set positions of the plurality of types of weapon icons may not be determined in advance. For example, multiple types of weapon icons BI may be set at the set position P2 according to the order in which they appear. Alternatively, the weapon icon BI may be set at a random position.

Furthermore, as described above, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the strength of the weapon icons BI differs in the order of "bamboo tube icon BIa" < "sword icon BIb" < "hand icon BIc". Furthermore, when a plurality of weapon icons BI stand by at the same time, they stand by in the order of "bamboo cylinder icon BIa → sword icon BIb → hand icon BIc." In other words, in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the weapon icon BI are set in order from the weakest weapon icon BI.

As mentioned above, the strength of weapon icon BI is in the order of bamboo tube icon BIa < sword icon BIb < hand icon BIc, and weapon icon BI is attacked (discharged) in the order in which it appears (order of acquisition). I do. That is, in the gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the acquisition order and the consumption order of weapon icons BI match.

Note that the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to this embodiment, and the acquisition order (occurrence order) and the consumption order (activation order) of weapon icons BI (stock icons) may be different. For example, the gaming machine of the present invention may generate (obtain) weapon icons (stock icons) in order of strength or randomly, and may consume weapon icons (stock icons) in order of strength or at random.

Further, as described above, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, a plurality of weapon icons BI may be set (stocked) at one timing (for example, while one pseudo fluctuation is performed). Furthermore, when a plurality of weapon icons BI are set (stocked), the attack motions (discharge motions) are not performed at the same time, and the plurality of weapon icons BI are assumed to perform the attack motions in sequence. In addition, the gaming machine of the present invention may attack at the same time (discharge at the same time) when the weapon icons BI (stock icons) are set (stocked) at the same time (at a timing of 1).

In addition, in the above-mentioned embodiment, an example has been described in which the second changing action is executed when changing the color of the first pending icon, but the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to the above-mentioned embodiment. That is, the gaming machine of the present invention may execute the changing action when changing the color of the second pending icon.

Note that the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment has been shown as an example in which the game is shifted to a high probability gaming state for a predetermined number of times after the first jackpot game, the second jackpot game, and the fourth jackpot game are finished. The gaming machine of the invention is not limited to this. For example, the gaming machine of the present invention may be configured to shift to a high-probability gaming state a predetermined number of times after all jackpot games are completed, or may further change the state of the jackpot 16 opened in a specific round of jackpot games. When a game ball passes through a specific area provided inside, a transition may be made to a high probability game state for a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game.

Further, although the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment shows an example in which one big winning opening is provided, the gaming machine of the present invention may be provided with two or more big winning openings.

In addition, after all the jackpot games are finished, the game is moved to a high probability game state, and if the player wins the falling lottery that is executed at the start of the special symbol fluctuation display in the high probability game state, the high probability game state is ended and the normal It is also possible to use a gaming machine that returns to a gaming state.

In addition, if the type of jackpot special symbol is a normal symbol, it will be shifted to a low probability gaming state after the end of the jackpot game, and if the type of the jackpot special symbol is a specific symbol, the next time will be changed after the end of the jackpot game. It may be a gaming machine that shifts to a high probability gaming state that continues until a jackpot game.

Further, in the gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol are not executed simultaneously (in parallel), and the variable display of the second special symbol is executed with priority. However, a gaming machine may be used in which the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol are executed at the same time (in parallel), or the variable display of the first special symbol has priority. It may also be executed by

Note that the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to a pachinko gaming machine, but can also be used for a reel-type gaming machine (so-called slot machine). Furthermore, it can also be used in a jankyu game machine or an arranged ball game machine.

Further, the embodiments disclosed herein are illustrative in all respects and should be considered not to be restrictive. The scope of the present invention is indicated by the claims rather than the above description, and it is intended that equivalent meanings to the claims and all changes within the scope be included.

1 Gaming machine 110 Main control board 110a Main CPU
110b Main ROM
110c main RAM
120 Production control board 120a Sub CPU
120b sub ROM
120c sub RAM
120m Production control section 150 Image control section

Claims (1)

A benefit determining means for determining whether to grant a benefit;
Effect control means for executing an effect by displaying an image on a display means according to a determination result of the benefit determining means,
The performance control means is
It is possible to display a specific image at a predetermined position, display a performance image including a first performance image and a second performance image, and perform a change performance that changes the display mode of the performance image,
The change effect includes a first change effect corresponding to the first effect image and a second change effect corresponding to the second effect image,
When the specific image is displayed at the first position of the display means, the first change effect can be executed after executing a first suggestion effect that makes the player expect a change in the first effect image;
When a specific image is displayed at a second position different from the first position of the display means, a second effect that is different from the first suggestive effect and makes the player expect a change in the second effect image. The second change performance can be performed after performing the suggestion performance,
In the second suggestion effect, a predetermined image different from the specific image is displayed, but in the first suggestion effect, the predetermined image is not displayed, and the first suggestion effect and the second suggestion effect are different in form,
The predetermined image is an image showing one motif, and is started to be displayed at a predetermined timing and is displayed for a predetermined period of time, and is displayed together with the specific image displayed at the second position, and then the predetermined image is displayed. A gaming machine whose display ends after a period of time has elapsed, and whose appearance changes from the start of the display until the end of the display.

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