JP2006198345A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To enhance the attractiveness of the games by executing the performance for informing the players that the high probability state will be ended on a plurality of variable display parts in its effective linkage in a game machine which carries out the variable display of the identifying information on the plurality of variable display parts. <P>SOLUTION: When the game is controlled to the variable probability state, it is judged whether the variable probability state should be ended or not before the start of the variation based on the winning of the first and second start slots 14 and 16. When the ending of the variable probability state is decided, the specific performance is executed on one variable display part (for example, 9) and the performance is executed for informing the players that the end of the variable probability state is decided on the other variable display part (for example 8). <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2006,JPO&NCIPI

Description

  The present invention is based on the establishment of a first variable display section for variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information, each of which can be identified based on the establishment of the first start condition, and deriving and displaying the display result. And a second variable display unit that performs a variable display of a plurality of types of identification information that can be distinguished from each other and derives and displays a display result, and a specific display result is displayed in any one of the variable display units The present invention relates to a gaming machine that controls to a specific gaming state advantageous to the player based on the derivation and display.

  As a gaming machine, a game medium such as a game ball is launched into a game area by a launching device, and when a game medium wins a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out to the player. There is something to be done. Further, a variable display unit capable of variably displaying the identification information (also referred to as “fluctuation”) is provided, which is advantageous for the player when the display result of the variable display of the identification information in the variable display unit becomes the specific display result. Some are configured to be controllable to a specific gaming state.

  The specific game state means a state advantageous to a player who is given a predetermined game value. Specifically, the specific gaming state is, for example, a state in which a special variable winning device is in an advantageous state for a player who easily hits a ball (a big hit gaming state), or a state in which a right to become an advantageous state for the player has occurred. In this state, a predetermined game value such as a state where conditions for paying out premium game media are easily established is given.

  In such a gaming machine, the display result of the variable display unit that displays the special symbol as the identification information becomes a combination of specific display modes (specific display result) that is determined in advance (usually “big hit”). When the big hit occurs, for example, the big winning opening is opened a predetermined number of times, and the game shifts to a big hit gaming state where the hit ball is easy to win. And in each open period, if there is a prize for a predetermined number (for example, 10) of the big prize opening, the big prize opening is closed. And the number of times the special winning opening is opened is fixed to a predetermined number (for example, 15 rounds). An opening time (for example, 29.5 seconds) is determined for each opening, and even if the number of winnings does not reach a predetermined number, the big winning opening is closed when the opening time elapses. If a predetermined condition (for example, winning in the V zone provided in the big prize opening) is not established at the time when the big prize opening is closed, the big hit gaming state is ended.

  Some gaming machines are provided with a plurality of variable display portions capable of variably displaying identification information (see, for example, Patent Documents 1 and 2). In this gaming machine, a specific gaming state (advantageous to the player) when the display result of the variable display of the identification information becomes a specific display result (a jackpot symbol) in any one of the variable display units. Controlled by jackpot).

  Further, in the gaming machine, when a special condition is established such that the display result of the variable display of the identification information becomes a special display result (probability variation pattern) of the specific display results in the variable display unit, a big hit will occur thereafter. It is configured to shift to a high probability state (also called a probability variation state) where the probability is high, and a predetermined random number is extracted when the probability is high, and a high probability when the extracted random value is a predetermined value Some execute control for terminating the state (see, for example, Patent Document 3).

JP 2001-62080 A JP 2001-62081 A Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 9-47549

  By the way, in a gaming machine provided with a plurality of variable display units as described in Patent Documents 1 and 2, the gaming state is set to a high probability state when a special condition is satisfied as described in Patent Document 3. It is also possible to configure so that the control for ending the high probability state is executed when the random number value extracted in the high probability state is a predetermined value. Furthermore, in such a gaming machine, it is also possible to execute an effect for notifying that the high probability state ends when executing the control to end the high probability state.

  However, in the gaming machines described in Patent Documents 1 and 2, independent effects are only executed in the plurality of variable display units. Therefore, even if the gaming machine described in Patent Documents 1 and 2 and the gaming machine described in Patent Document 3 are combined, the effect for notifying that the high-probability state is ended has a plurality of variable display units. It is only executed independently every time, and the interest of the game cannot be enhanced.

  Therefore, the present invention executes, in a game machine that performs variable display of identification information on a plurality of variable display units, effectively interlocking effects on the plurality of variable display units to notify the end of the high probability state. An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can enhance the interest of the game.

  The gaming machine according to the present invention has a plurality of types of identification information (for example, a first special symbol, a first symbol, etc.) that can be identified based on the establishment of the first start condition (for example, the winning of a game ball to the first start winning port 14). A first variable display unit (for example, a first special symbol display 91, a first variable display unit 8) that performs variable display of the first decorative symbols 8a to 8c synchronized with one special symbol and derives and displays a display result; A plurality of types of identification information (for example, a second special symbol, a second special symbol synchronized with the second special symbol, etc.) that can be identified based on the establishment of the second start condition (for example, winning of a game ball to the second start winning opening 16) A second variable display unit (for example, a second special symbol display unit 92, a second variable display unit 9) for performing variable display of two decorative symbols 9a to 9c) and deriving and displaying the display result, and a plurality of variable display units. Specific display results (for example, A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1) that controls to a specific gaming state (for example, a big winning gaming state) that is advantageous to the player based on the derivation and display of the winning symbol). Predetermining means for determining the display result of the first variable display section before the derivation display and determining the display result of the second variable display section before the derivation display based on the establishment of the second start condition (for example, In the game control microcomputer 560, the first special symbol normal process (step S300) and the second special symbol normal process (not shown) for executing the jackpot determination in step S54C) and specific display by the predetermining means Special display results (for example, jackpot symbols with probability variation (probable variation) among jackpot symbols and jackpot symbols without probability variation) When it is determined that the probability variation symbol is a non-probability variation symbol, or the jackpot symbol is all the probability variation symbol), the specific display result is higher than the normal gaming state. A high-probability gaming state transition control means (for example, a part for executing step S105 in the gaming control microcomputer 560) that controls the transition to a high-probability gaming state (for example, a probability variation state) for which the effect is determined; In the state controlled by the state, high probability gaming state end determination means (for example, game control) for determining whether to end the high probability gaming state based on the establishment of the first starting condition or the second starting condition And the step of executing step S53C in the microcomputer 560) and the high-probability gaming state end determination means terminate the high-probability gaming state. If it is determined (for example, Y in step S53D), high-probability gaming state termination control means for executing termination control for ending the high-probability gaming state (for example, a part for executing step S53E in the gaming control microcomputer 560) And variable display data (for example, a variation pattern, etc.) indicating variable display modes from the start of variable display of identification information in each of the plurality of variable display units according to the determination result by the prior determination means until the display result is derived and displayed. Variable display data selection means (for example, steps S62, S204, S205, S208, S213, S215, S220 in the game control microcomputer 560) for selecting a plurality of types of variable display data determined in advance (see FIG. 8). Part to be executed) and the variable display data selection means Display control means for controlling the display of the plurality of variable display sections based on the selected variable display data and deriving and displaying the display result of the identification information (for example, the first decoration of steps S802 and S803 in the production control microcomputer 100) The display control means ends the high-probability gaming state by the high-probability gaming state end determination means based on the establishment of the first start condition. When it is determined to be performed (for example, Y in step S53D), a specific effect is executed in the second variable display unit during the variable display of the identification information based on the establishment of the first start condition in the first variable display unit. High-probability gaming state end effect (for example, the probabilistic state end notice effect shown in FIGS. 20 and 21, specifically “What? ”Maybe” or “Punk may!” Is displayed (for example, if the game control microcomputer 560 does not have the probability variation flag set and the puncture winning flag has been set). (Steps S210 and S216), it is determined that the probability variable state end notice effect is to be executed in the second variable display unit 9 (Step S218), and a long-time change pattern (FIG. 8 ("03H") (steps S219 and S220), and a predetermined value is set in the second continuous notice number counter (step S214), on condition that the value of the second continuous notice number counter is not zero (step S214). As a variation pattern of the probable change state end notice effect to be executed in the second variable display unit 9 (see step S207). The change pattern is determined to be the X-th change pattern (see step S208), and the value of the second continuous notice count is set to -1 (see step S209), and the change pattern thus determined is stored in the effect control microcomputer 100. (Step S64), and based on the variation pattern transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560, the production control microcomputer 100 causes the first variable display portion 8 to change the first decorative symbol for a long time. During the change, it is determined that the second variable display unit 9 performs a continuous notice effect as a probability change state end notice effect over a plurality of changes), and the first variable display part is to end the high-probability gaming state. High-probability gaming state end notification effect for notifying that the game has been performed (for example, the probability change state end shown in FIG. 21 is completed) Knowledge effect, specifically and executes an effect) to display the "punk !!" (e.g., executing step S848 in the performance control microcomputer 100).

  The variable display data (for example, the variation pattern) also indicates the variable display time (for example, the variation time) from the start of the variable display of the identification information in each of the plurality of variable display sections to the display of the display result. The variable display time measuring means for measuring the variable display time based on the variable display data selected by the selecting means (for example, the part of step S75 in the game control microcomputer 560), and the variable display time measuring means Variable display time determination means for determining whether or not the measured variable display time has elapsed (for example, the part of step S76 in the game control microcomputer 560), the variable display time measurement means, The specific display result is derived and displayed on the first variable display unit among the plurality of variable display units (see FIG. 26). 2)), and when the variable display of the identification information is executed on the second variable display section (see (2) of FIG. 26), the specific display result is derived and displayed on the first variable display section. The measurement of the variable display time in the second variable display section is interrupted at the first time (for example, when the first big hit game flag is set in the first special symbol stop processing) (for example, the second special symbol process timer No second subtraction is performed, and the second game is completed based on the specific display result derived and displayed on the first variable display unit (for example, the first big hit game flag in the first big hit end process). Measurement suspension restarting means (for example, the second special symbol process in the game control microcomputer 560) that restarts the measurement of the variable display time (for example, the subtraction of the second special symbol process timer is resumed) at the time of resetting. The part for executing the control related to the set timer, see steps S72 and 73 and steps S78 and S79, except that “first special symbol” is “second special symbol” and “first decorative symbols 8a to 8c” are “second”. Display control means replaces “second big hit” with “first big hit”), and the display control means sets the variable display time in the second variable display section by the measurement interruption resumption means at the first time point. Identification information temporary stop means for interrupting variable display of identification information on the second variable display section when measurement is interrupted (for example, a portion for executing steps S822 and S824 in the production control microcomputer 100; When “design” is read as “second special symbol”), measurement of the variable display time in the second variable display unit is restarted by the measurement interruption resumption means at the second time point. In the second variable display section, identification information re-variable display means for resuming variable display of the identification information interrupted at the first time (for example, a part for executing steps S835 and S837 in the production control microcomputer 100, However, the “first special symbol” may be read as “second special symbol”).

  The high probability gaming state transition control means sets data (for example, probability change flag) indicating that the high probability gaming state is set when starting the high probability gaming state (for example, executes step S105). When data indicating the high probability gaming state is set, the specific display result is determined at a higher rate than when the data indicating the high probability gaming state is not set ( For example, in step S54B, the jackpot determination table is executed by switching the jackpot determination table according to whether or not the probability variation flag is set), and the high-probability gaming state end determination means determines whether the prior determination means displays the display result as the specific display result. Before deciding whether or not to decide, decide whether or not to end the high-probability gaming state (for example, before executing step S54B, 3C), the high-probability gaming state end control means is in the high-probability gaming state when the high-probability gaming state end determination means makes a decision to end the high-probability gaming state (for example, Y in step S53D). It may be configured to execute end control for ending the high-probability gaming state by resetting data indicating that (for example, executing step S53E).

  When the variable display of the identification information according to the determination result by the pre-determining unit is started, the variable display number counting unit (for example, the variation number counter, step S57 is executed, which counts the number of variable displays (special symbol variation number). And the number of times of variable display counted by the variable display number counting means after the transition to the high probability gaming state becomes a predetermined high probability gaming state end number (for example, probability variation number). High-probability gaming state variable display number determination means (for example, a part of step S58B in the game control microcomputer 560), and the high-probability gaming state end control means is variable by the high-probability gaming state variable display number determination means. When it is determined that the display count has reached the high probability gaming state end count (for example, Y in step S58B), The end control for ending the high-probability gaming state is executed by resetting data indicating the high-probability gaming state at the start of the variable display determined to have reached the number of gaming state ending times (for example, executing step S58C) ) May be configured.

  Time-reduced gaming state in which variable display data (for example, a variation pattern of “0FH” and “1FH” shown in FIG. 8) is selected that is shorter than the variable display data selected in the normal gaming state by the variable display data selection means. When the condition for shifting to (for example, the time saving state) is satisfied (for example, when the probability variation state is ended), the data is transferred to the time reducing gaming state by setting data indicating the time saving gaming state (for example, the time saving flag). Time-saving gaming state transition control means to be controlled (for example, a portion for executing steps S53F, S58D, and S110 in the gaming control microcomputer 560) and a variable display count counting means after transitioning to the time-saving gaming state The number of times of variable display is a predetermined time-reduced gaming state end number (for example, time reduction number) The number of times of variable display by the time-reduced game state variable display count determination means (for example, the part that executes step S59B in the game control microcomputer 560) and the time-reduced game state variable display count determination means that determine whether or not When it is determined that the time reduction gaming state end count has been reached (for example, Y in step S59B), data indicating that the time reduction gaming state is reached at the start of variable display determined that the time reduction gaming state end count has been reached. Time-reducing gaming state end control means (for example, a part for executing step S59C in the gaming control microcomputer 560) for executing end control for ending the time-reducing gaming state by resetting may be provided.

  The display control means executes the high-probability gaming state end effect separately over a plurality of times of variable display of identification information (for example, in the second consecutive notice number counter in step S214 in the first special symbol process). The value of “3” is set, the variation pattern of the first continuous notice is determined in step S208 in the second special symbol process, the value of the second continuous notice number counter is set to −1 in step S209, and the same step In S208, the variation pattern for the second continuous notice is determined, in step S209, the value of the second continuous notice number counter is set to −1, and in step S208, the third variation pattern for the continuous notice is determined. The process of setting the value of the second continuous notice number counter to -1 is executed; see FIG. 20 and FIG. 21, or FIG. 24 and FIG. It may be configured so.

  When it is determined by the high probability gaming state end determination means that the high probability gaming state is not ended based on the establishment of the first start condition (for example, N in step S53D), the display control means During the variable display of the identification information based on the establishment of the first start condition, a dummy high-probability gaming state end effect (for example, as shown in FIGS. 20 and 21) in the second variable display unit in an effect mode similar to the high-probability gaming state end effect. (For example, the game control microcomputer 560 displays a flag indicating the probability change flag.) For example, the game control microcomputer 560 displays a flag indicating the probability change state. Is set (step S210), it is determined that the dummy variable state end notice effect is to be executed in the second variable display unit 9 (step S210). S211), a long-time fluctuation pattern ("04H" in FIG. 8) is determined as a fluctuation pattern to be executed in the first variable display section 8 (step S213), and a predetermined value is set in the second continuous notice counter. (Step S214) On condition that the value of the second continuous notice number counter is not 0 (see Step S207), as the variation pattern of the dummy probability change state end notice effect to be executed in the second variable display section 9, the Xth notice of continuous notice In addition to determining the variation pattern (see step S208), the value of the second continuous notice counter is set to −1 (see step S209), and the variation pattern thus determined is transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S64). ), The production control microcomputer 100 is a game control microcomputer. Based on the variation pattern transmitted from 560, the first variable display unit 8 causes the first decorative symbol to vary for a long time, and during the variation, the second variable display unit 9 performs the dummy probability variation state end notice effect. A high-probability gaming state non-end notification effect (for example, for notifying that the high-probability gaming state is not terminated in the first variable display unit) Probability state non-end notification effect, specifically, an effect of displaying “It was not a punk!” Instead of “Punk !!” shown in FIG. 21 (for example, step in the effect control microcomputer 100) (S851 may be executed).

  The display control means terminates the high-probability gaming state by the high-probability gaming state end determination means based on the establishment of the second starting condition when the dummy high-probability gaming state termination effect is executed in the second variable display section. When it is determined (see, for example, Y in step S53D), notification effect switching means (for example, switching the high probability gaming state non-ending notification effect performed in the first variable display unit to the high probability gaming state end notification effect) Based on the probability variation end designation command transmitted in step S53I, a configuration including a portion for executing steps S850 and S852 in the production control microcomputer 100 may be employed.

  A plurality of types of variable display data are selected at a high rate by the variable display data selection unit when the specific determination result is determined by the predetermination unit (for example, when Y in step S201, by step S202). Variable display data (for example, a variation pattern (“1BH”, “1CH”) with a mission notice shown in FIG. 8) that causes the display control means to execute a specific effect is included, and the display control means Performs an effect of the same effect mode as the specific effect as the high-probability gaming state end effect (for example, when Y in step S216, the variation pattern ("1BH "," 1CH ") is selected, the production control microcomputer 100 is shown in FIG. Effect similar to the specific effect (Fig. 24) is executed) it may be configured so.

  According to the first aspect of the present invention, in the gaming machine having a plurality of variable display units, the first start condition is satisfied or the second start condition is satisfied when the gaming state is controlled to the high probability gaming state. It is determined whether or not the high probability gaming state is to be ended based on the first starting condition, and when it is determined to end the high probability gaming state based on the establishment of the first starting condition, During the variable display of the identification information based on the establishment, it is determined to execute the high probability gaming state end effect for executing the specific effect in the second variable display unit and to end the high probability gaming state in the first variable display unit. Since the high-probability gaming state end notification effect for informing that the high-probability gaming state is to be executed, an effect for notifying that the high-probability gaming state is ended is effectively displayed in a plurality of variable display units. It can be performed by moving, since it is possible to enrich a variation of the game effects can increase the interest in the game.

  According to the second aspect of the present invention, when the specific display result is derived and displayed on the first variable display section, the variable display of the identification information on the second variable display section is interrupted to specify the plurality of variable display sections. It is possible to prevent the specific game state from being generated at the same time based on the display result being derived and displayed. Further, since the variable display of the identification information is performed in the second variable display unit until the specific display result is derived and displayed on the first variable display unit, the specific display result is derived and displayed on the first variable display unit. It can be made difficult for the player to grasp.

  In the invention according to claim 3, the high probability gaming state end determination means determines whether or not to end the high probability gaming state before the prior determination means determines whether or not the display result is the specific display result. Therefore, the determination of the end of the high probability gaming state can be immediately reflected in the prior determination of the display result of the variable display unit corresponding to the gaming state. As a result, it is possible to reduce fraud and data corruption that may occur while holding the determination result by the high probability gaming state end determination means for a long period of time. In addition, since it is configured to control the start and end of the high-probability gaming state by setting and resetting data indicating the high-probability gaming state, it is possible to reliably execute control related to the transition of the gaming state. it can.

  In the invention according to claim 4, when the variable display of the identification information according to the determination result by the predetermining unit is started, the variable display number counting unit that counts the number of variable displays, and the high probability gaming state is entered. High-probability gaming state end control, comprising: high-probability state variable display number determination means for determining whether or not the number of variable displays counted by the variable display number-counting means has reached a predetermined high-probability state end number When the means is determined by the high-probability state variable display number determination means to determine that the number of variable displays has reached the high-probability state end number, the end control for ending the high-probability gaming state is executed. When controlled to the high-probability gaming state, the number of times of variable display is counted at the beginning of the variable display consistently. The upper limit of the variable impressions becomes constant at, it is possible to provide a fair game machine to the player. Further, since the end of the high-probability gaming state is controlled by resetting the data indicating the high-probability gaming state, the control relating to the transition of the gaming state can be surely executed.

  According to the fifth aspect of the present invention, when the variable display of the identification information according to the determination result by the prior determination unit is started, the variable display number counting unit for counting the number of variable displays and the time-saving game state are entered. The time reduction state variable display number determination means for determining whether or not the number of variable displays counted by the variable display number counting means has reached a predetermined time reduction state end number, and the number of variable displays is a time reduction state When it is determined that the number of times of completion has been reached, the time-reduced gaming state termination control means for executing termination control for terminating the time-reduced gaming state is provided, so that the time-reduced gaming state is controlled. Sometimes, since the number of variable displays is counted at the beginning of variable display consistently, the upper limit of the number of variable displays from the transition to the time-saving gaming state until the end There is constant, it is possible to provide a fair game machine to the player. In addition, since it is configured to control the start and end of the time-reduced gaming state by setting / resetting data indicating the time-reduced gaming state, it is possible to reliably execute control relating to the transition of the gaming state. it can.

  In the invention described in claim 6, since the display control means executes the high-probability gaming state end effect in such a way as to cover the variable display of the identification information a plurality of times, the display control means performs the effect linked with the plurality of variable display units. At the same time, it is possible to perform an effect using a plurality of variable displays, and it is possible to enrich the variations of the game effects.

  According to the seventh aspect of the present invention, when it is determined not to end the high probability gaming state based on the establishment of the first start condition, the variable display of the identification information based on the establishment of the first start condition in the first variable display section. During the second variable display portion, it is determined to execute a dummy high probability gaming state end effect in the same manner as the high probability gaming state end effect and not to end the high probability gaming state in the first variable display portion. Since it is configured to execute a high-probability gaming state non-ending notification effect for notifying that, even when a specific effect is executed, the high-probability gaming state may not be ended, The player can be focused on the high-probability gaming state end notification effect or the high-probability gaming state non-end notification effect, and as a result, the interest of the game can be enhanced.

  In the invention according to claim 8, when the display control means is executing the dummy high probability gaming state end effect in the second variable display section, the high probability gaming state end determination means is based on the establishment of the second start condition. When it is determined that the high-probability gaming state is to be ended by the first variable display unit, the high-probability gaming state non-ending notification effect executed in the first variable display unit is replaced with a high-probability gaming state end notification effect. Therefore, the notification effect suitable for the gaming state can be executed, and the player is not distrusted.

  According to the ninth aspect of the invention, a plurality of types of variable display data are displayed with a specific effect that is selected at a high rate by the variable display data selection unit when it is determined that the specific display result is obtained by the pre-decision unit. Variable display data to be executed by the control means is included, and the display control means is configured to execute an effect in the same effect mode as the specific effect as the high-probability gaming state end effect. Sometimes, the player can be interested in whether the specific display result is obtained or the high-probability gaming state is ended, and as a result, the interest of the game can be enhanced.

  Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. First, the overall configuration of a pachinko gaming machine 1 that is an example of a gaming machine will be described. FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine (bullet ball gaming machine) 1 as seen from the front. Here, a pachinko gaming machine is shown as an example of a gaming machine, but the gaming machine according to the present invention is not limited to a pachinko gaming machine, for example, an image-type gaming machine, a coin gaming machine, a slot machine, and the like. Also good.

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

  As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine 1 has a glass door frame 2 formed in a frame shape. On the lower surface of the glass door frame 2 is a hitting ball supply tray (upper plate) 3. Under the hitting ball supply tray 3, an extra ball receiving tray 4 for storing game balls that cannot be accommodated in the hitting ball supply tray 3 and a hitting operation handle (operation knob) 5 for firing the hitting ball are provided. A game board 6 is detachably attached to the back surface of the glass door frame 2. The game board 6 is a structure including a plate-like body constituting the game board 6 and various components attached to the plate-like body. In addition, a game area 7 is formed on the front surface of the game board 6 in which a game ball that has been struck can flow down.

  Near the center of the game area 7 variably display a plurality of types of decorative decorations that can be distinguished based on the establishment of a predetermined start condition (for example, the hitting of the hit ball at the first start winning opening 14). The first variable display section 8 for deriving and displaying the display result, and for a plurality of types of effects that can be distinguished from each other based on the establishment of a predetermined start condition (for example, the hit ball has won the second start winning opening 16) A second variable display unit 9 that variably displays the decorative symbols and displays and displays the display result is arranged with a partition 106 having a predetermined interval therebetween. In this embodiment, the first variable display unit 8 and the second variable display unit 9 are each configured by a liquid crystal display device (LCD) so that the identification information is displayed and controlled in three display areas of left, middle, and right. It is configured. Note that winning means that a game ball has entered a predetermined area such as a winning opening. Deriving and displaying the display result means that the symbol is stopped and displayed (except for the stop before the so-called re-variation).

  A first special symbol display device (special symbol display device) 91 and a second special symbol display device 92 that variably display special symbols as identification information are provided above the first variable display portion 8 and the second variable display portion 9. Is provided. In this embodiment, each of the first special symbol display 91 and the second special symbol display 92 is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9, for example. Has been. The first special symbol display 91 and the second special symbol display 92 are configured to variably display a larger number of numbers such as 0 to 99 in order to make it difficult for the player to grasp a specific stop symbol. It may be. Hereinafter, the identification information variably displayed on the first special symbol display 91 may be referred to as a first special symbol, and the identification information variably displayed on the second special symbol display 92 may be referred to as a second special symbol. In addition, the first special symbol and the second special symbol may be collectively referred to as a special symbol.

  The first variable display unit 8 performs variable display of a decorative symbol as a symbol for decoration (for production) during the variable symbol display period of the special symbol by the first special symbol indicator 91. In addition, the second variable display unit 9 performs variable display of a decorative symbol as a decorative symbol during a variable symbol variable display period by the second special symbol indicator 92. The first variable display unit 8 and the second variable display unit 9 that perform variable display of decorative symbols are controlled by an effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board. Hereinafter, the identification information variably displayed on the first variable display unit 8 may be referred to as a first decorative symbol, and the identification information variably displayed on the second variable display unit 9 may be referred to as a second decorative symbol. In addition, the first decorative design and the second decorative design may be collectively referred to as a decorative design.

  The upper portion of the first variable display section 8 is a first display composed of four indicators for displaying the number of effective winning balls that have entered the first starting winning opening 14, that is, the number of reserved memories (also referred to as starting memory or starting prize memory). A special symbol storage memory display 10 is provided. Every time there is an effective start prize, the display color of one display is changed. Each time the variable display on the first special symbol display 91 is started, the display color of one display is restored. Further, on the upper part of the second variable display portion 9, there is provided a second special symbol storage memory display 11 comprising four displays for displaying the number of effective winning balls that have entered the second start winning opening 16, that is, the number of storage. It has been. Every time there is an effective start prize, the display color of one display is changed. Each time the variable display on the second special symbol display 92 is started, the display color of one display is restored. In this example, since the special symbol indicators 91 and 92 and the special symbol hold memory indicators 10 and 11 are separately provided, the number of reserved memories can be displayed even during variable display. In addition, a first special symbol reserved memory display area comprising four display areas for displaying the number of reserved memories is provided in the display area of the first variable display section 8, and the reserved area is displayed in the display area of the second variable display section 9. You may make it provide the 2nd special symbol reservation memory | storage display area which consists of four display areas which display the memory | storage number.

  Further, in this embodiment, the first special symbol reserved memory display 10 displays the number of reserved memories for the variable display of the first special symbol display 91, and the second special symbol reserved memory display 11 displays the second special symbol reserved memory display 11. Although it is configured to display the number of reserved memories for the variable display of the symbol display 92, a single special symbol reserved storage display is provided, and the variable display and the second special display of the first special symbol display 91 are provided. The number of reserved memories for variable display of the symbol display 92 (for example, an upper limit value of 8) may be displayed collectively. In this embodiment, the upper limit value of the number of reserved memories is 4, but the upper limit value may be larger. Further, the upper limit value may be changed according to the gaming state.

  Below the first variable display portion 8, there is provided a first start winning opening 14 through which a game ball can be won. A game ball won in the first start winning opening 14 is guided to the back of the game board 6 and detected by a first start opening switch 62 (not shown in FIG. 1).

  Further, below the second variable display portion 9, there is provided a second start winning opening 16 through which a game ball can be won. The game ball that has won the second start winning opening 16 is guided to the back of the game board 6 and detected by a second start opening switch 67 (not shown in FIG. 1). The second start winning opening 16 is provided with a variable winning device 17 that opens and closes. The variable winning device 17 is opened by a solenoid 74 (not shown in FIG. 1). When the variable winning device 17 is in the open state, it becomes easy for the game ball to win the second start winning opening 16 (easy to start winning), which is advantageous for the player.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, the variable winning device 17 that performs the opening / closing operation only on the second start winning opening 16 is provided, but the opening / closing operation is performed only on the first starting winning opening 14. The variable prize-winning device may be provided. Moreover, the structure by which the variable winning apparatus is provided in any of the 1st start winning opening 14 and the 2nd starting winning opening 16 may be sufficient. In this case, as will be described later, the normal symbol display displays a determination result as to whether or not the variable winning device is to be opened, so that the normal symbol display is also provided in accordance with the provision of the variable winning device. Will be provided.

  Below the first start winning opening 14, a specific gaming state (big hit) that occurs when a specific display result (big hit symbol: for example, an odd number of 0 to 9) is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display 91. A first special variable winning device 20 is provided that is opened by a solenoid 72 (not shown in FIG. 1) in the gaming state. The first special variable winning device 20 includes a first opening / closing plate 21 and forms a first big winning opening. Of the game balls that have entered the first grand prize opening, game balls that have entered the V prize area are detected by a first V prize switch 64 (not shown in FIG. 1). Of the game balls that have entered the first grand prize opening, game balls that have not entered the V winning area are detected by the first count switch 63 (not shown in FIG. 1). A solenoid 73 (not shown in FIG. 1) for switching the route in the first big prize opening is also provided on the back of the game board 6.

  Below the second start winning opening 16, a solenoid 75 (in FIG. 1) is displayed in a specific gaming state (a big hit gaming state) that occurs when a specific display result (a big hit symbol) is derived and displayed on the second special symbol display 92. A second special variable winning device 22 that is opened by a not-shown device is provided. The second special variable winning device 22 includes a second opening / closing plate 23 and forms a second large winning opening. Of the game balls that have entered the second grand prize opening, the game balls that have entered the V prize area are detected by the second V prize switch 69 (not shown in FIG. 1), and the game balls that have entered the second big prize opening Of these, the game balls that have not entered the V winning area are detected by the second count switch 68 (not shown in FIG. 1). A solenoid 76 (not shown in FIG. 1) for switching the route in the second big prize opening is also provided on the back of the game board 6.

  A normal symbol display 13 is provided directly below the second variable display unit 9. The normal symbol display 13 variably displays a plurality of types of identification information called “normal symbols” (for example, “◯” and “x”).

  When the game ball passes through the gate A28 or the gate B29 and is detected by the gate switch A61 (not shown in FIG. 1) or the gate switch B66, the variable display of the normal symbol display 13 is started. In this embodiment, variable display is performed by alternately lighting the left and right lamps (the symbols can be visually recognized when the lamp is lit). And when the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 13 is a predetermined symbol (winning symbol), the variable winning device 17 is opened for a predetermined number of times. That is, the state of the variable winning device 17 changes from an unfavorable state to an advantageous state to the player when the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a winning symbol. In the vicinity of the normal symbol display 13, a normal symbol hold storage display 19 having a display unit with four LEDs for displaying the number of winning balls that have passed through the gate A28 or the gate B29 is provided. Each time there is a game ball passing through the gate A28 or the gate B29, the normal symbol holding memory display 19 increases the number of LEDs to be turned on by one. Each time variable display on the normal symbol display 13 is started, the number of LEDs to be lit is reduced by one.

  A decorative lamp 25 blinkingly displayed during the game is provided around the left and right of the game area 7 of the game board 6, and an out port 26 into which a hit ball that has not won a prize is taken in at the bottom. In addition, two speakers 27 that utter sound effects and sounds as predetermined sound outputs are provided on the left and right upper portions outside the game area 7. A top frame lamp, a frame lamp left, and a frame lamp right provided on the front frame are provided at the outer periphery upper portion, the outer periphery left portion, and the outer periphery right portion of the game area 7. Also, a prize ball lamp that is turned on when there is a remaining number of prize balls is provided near the left of the frame lamp, and a ball break lamp that is turned on when the supply ball is cut is provided near the right of the frame lamp. .

  In the gaming machine, a ball striking device (not shown) that drives a driving motor in response to a player operating the batting operation handle 5 and uses the rotational force of the driving motor to launch a gaming ball to the gaming area 7. ) Is provided. A game ball launched from the ball striking device enters the game area 7 through a ball striking rail formed in a circular shape so as to surround the game area 7, and then descends the game area 7. When the game ball enters the first start winning opening 14 and is detected by the first start opening switch 62, if the variable display of the first special symbol can be started (for example, the end of the big hit game or the end of the previous variable display) ), The first special symbol display 91 starts variable display (variation) of the first special symbol, and the first variable display unit 8 starts variable display of the first decorative symbol. If the variable display of the first special symbol cannot be started, the reserved memory number for the first special symbol display 91 is increased by one.

  Further, when the game ball enters the second start winning opening 16 and is detected by the second start port switch 67, if the variable display of the second special symbol can be started (for example, the end of the big hit game or the previous variable display) The second special symbol display unit 92 starts variable display (variation) of the second special symbol, and the second variable display unit 9 starts variable display of the second decorative symbol. If the variable display of the second special symbol cannot be started, the number of reserved memories for the second special symbol display unit 92 is increased by one.

  The variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 91 and the variable display of the first decorative symbol on the first variable display unit 8 are stopped when a predetermined time has elapsed. When the first special symbol at the time of stoppage becomes a jackpot symbol (specific display result), the game shifts to a jackpot gaming state. That is, the first special variable winning device 20 is opened until a predetermined time (for example, 29 seconds) elapses or until a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls have won the first grand prize opening. It should be noted that until a certain period of time elapses after the first special variable winning device 20 is opened, or until a predetermined number (for example, 10) of hitting balls enter the first big winning opening, it is one round in the big hit gaming state. is there. Then, when the first special variable winning device 20 is opened, the hit ball enters the V winning area in the first big winning opening, and when it is detected by the first V winning switch 64, a continuation right is generated and the first special variable winning device. 20 is opened again. The generation of the continuation right is allowed a predetermined number of times (for example, 15 rounds).

  When the stop symbol at the time of the stoppage of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 91 is a jackpot symbol with a probability variation (special display result: probability variation symbol, for example, “7”), the jackpot determination is performed. Control to a probabilistic state (probability variation state, also referred to as high probability state) that is determined to be a big hit with a higher probability (ratio) than the normal gaming state and the short time state (referred to as time reduction state) described later Is done. In addition, when the stop symbol of the first special symbol becomes a probabilistic symbol and is controlled to the probable variation state, not only the probability that the first special symbol in the first special symbol indicator 91 becomes a big hit symbol is high, The probability that the 2nd special symbol in 2 special symbol indicator 92 becomes the big hit symbol becomes high. In other words, not only the jackpot determination based on the first start win but also the jackpot determination based on the second start win is determined to be a big hit with a higher probability than in the normal gaming state and the short-time state.

  Further, the variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 92 and the variable display of the second decorative symbol on the second variable display unit 9 are stopped when a predetermined time has elapsed. When the second special symbol at the time of stoppage becomes a jackpot symbol (specific display result), the game shifts to a jackpot gaming state. That is, the second special variable winning device 22 is opened until a predetermined time elapses (for example, 29 seconds) or until a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls have won the second grand prize opening. It should be noted that until a certain period of time has elapsed after the second special variable winning device 22 is opened, or until a predetermined number (for example, 10) of hitting balls wins the second grand prize opening in one round in the big hit gaming state. is there. Then, when the second special variable winning device 22 is opened, the hit ball enters the V winning area in the second large winning opening and is detected by the second V winning switch 69, the continuation right is generated and the second special variable winning device. 22 is opened again. The generation of the continuation right is allowed a predetermined number of times (for example, 15 rounds).

  If the stop symbol when the second special symbol on the second special symbol display unit 92 is stopped is a jackpot symbol with a probability variation (special display result: probability variation symbol, for example, “7”), the jackpot determination is performed. At this time, it is controlled to a probability change state in which a big hit is determined with a higher probability than in the normal gaming state and the short-time state. In addition, when the stop symbol of the second special symbol becomes a probability variable symbol and is controlled to the probability variation state, not only the probability that the second special symbol on the second special symbol indicator 92 becomes a big hit symbol is increased, The probability that the 1st special symbol in 1 special symbol indicator 91 becomes the big hit symbol becomes high. That is, not only the jackpot determination based on the second start prize but also the jackpot determination based on the first start prize is determined to be a jackpot with a higher probability than in the normal gaming state and the short-time state.

  In the probability variation state, as described above, the stop symbols of the first special symbol and the second special symbol that are variably displayed on the first special symbol display 91 and the second special symbol display 92 become the jackpot symbol (specific display result). The probability of becoming higher than the normal gaming state and the short-time state. In this embodiment, in the probability changing state, the normal symbol display 13 has a higher probability that the stopped symbol will be a winning symbol than the normal gaming state, and among the opening time and the number of opening times in the variable winning device 17 One or both of these will be in an advantageous state for the player. Further, in the probability changing state, the variable symbol display time (variation time) of the normal symbol on the normal symbol display device 13 may be shorter than that in the normal gaming state, so that it may be more advantageous for the player. By the way, in this embodiment, in the probability variation state, the variable display time (variation time) of the first special symbol and the second special symbol on the first special symbol display 91 and the second special symbol display 92 is the normal game. Not shortened than the state.

  In this embodiment, when the probability variation state ends, the player is configured to be in a state advantageous for the player over the normal gaming state by controlling to the time shortening state (referring to the time shortening state). In the short time state, the first special symbol display unit 91 and the second special symbol display unit 92 perform the first special symbol until the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is executed a predetermined number of times (for example, 50 times). The variable display time (variation time) of the first special symbol and the second special symbol on the display 91 and the second special symbol display 92 is shorter than the normal gaming state and the probability variation state. In this embodiment, the normal symbol variable display time (fluctuation time) on the normal symbol display 13 is shorter than that in the normal game state in the short time state. Further, in the variable winning device 17, one or both of the opening time and the number of times of opening becomes an advantageous state for the player.

  A difference may be provided between the probability variation state when the stop symbol of the first special symbol becomes a probability variation symbol and the probability variation state when the stop symbol of the second special symbol becomes a probability variation symbol. For example, a difference may be provided in the number of fluctuations in which the probability variation state can be continued when the stop symbol of the first special symbol becomes a probability variation symbol and when the stop symbol of the second special symbol becomes a probability variation symbol. Good. Further, in the determination of the end of the probability variation state (see step S53C in FIG. 9) described later, when the stop symbol of the first special symbol becomes a probability variation symbol and when the stop symbol of the second special symbol becomes a probability variation symbol. A difference may be provided in the probability of determining that the probability variation state is to be terminated. By configuring as such, the interest given to the player can be further improved.

  The variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 91 and the variable display of the first decorative symbol on the first variable display unit 8 are synchronized. Further, the variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 92 and the variable display of the second decorative symbol on the second variable display unit 9 are synchronized. Here, the synchronization means that the variable display period is the same. Further, when the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 91, the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed on the first variable display portion 8 in a state where, for example, the left, middle and right decorative symbols are aligned. When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 92, the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed on the second variable display unit 9 in a state where, for example, the left, middle and right decorative symbols are aligned. Hereinafter, the fact that the first variable display unit 8 and the second variable display unit 9 are stopped and displayed in a state where the left, middle and right decorative symbols are aligned is expressed as displaying a big hit symbol of the decorative symbol.

  Further, when the probability variable symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol indicator 91, a decorative symbol (for example, “7”, “7”, “7”) that reminds the probability variable symbol on the first variable display unit 8 is displayed. Stopped display. When the probability variable symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 92, special decorative symbols (for example, “7”, “7”, “7”) that remind the probability variable symbol on the second variable display unit 9 are displayed. Stopped display.

  Next, the reach display mode (reach) will be described. The reach display mode (reach) in this embodiment refers to a decorative pattern that has not stopped yet when the stopped decorative pattern (the first decorative pattern or the second decorative pattern) constitutes a part of the jackpot symbol. Is a state in which variable display (variable display) is performed, and all or some decorative symbols are synchronously variably displayed while constituting all or part of the jackpot symbol.

  For example, in the left, right and right display areas in the first variable display section 8 or the second variable display section 9, the left and right display areas have a decorative pattern (for example, “7”) that is a part of the jackpot symbol. The display area in the state where is displayed in a stopped state is still displayed in a variable display, and all or some of the symbols in the display area change in synchronization while constituting all or part of the jackpot symbol (For example, a state in which the variable display is performed on all of the left, middle, and right display areas in the first variable display unit 8 and the variable display is always performed with the same symbols aligned) Becomes a reach display mode or reach.

  In addition, during the reach, an unusual performance is performed with a lamp or sound. The effect and the reach display mode in the first variable display unit 8 or the second variable display unit 9 are called reach effects. Further, during the reach, a character (an effect display imitating a person or the like, which is different from a design (decorative design etc.)) or the background of the first variable display unit 8 or the second variable display unit 9 is displayed. The display mode (for example, color) may be changed.

  FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing an example of the circuit configuration of the main board (game control board) 31. 2 also shows the payout control board 37, the effect control board 80, and the like. A basic circuit (corresponding to game control means) 53 for controlling the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a program is mounted on the main board 31. The basic circuit 53 includes a ROM 54 for storing a game control (game progress control) program and the like, a RAM 55 as storage means used as a work memory, and a game control microcomputer 560 having a CPU 56 for performing control operations in accordance with the program. And an I / O port unit 57. In this embodiment, the ROM 54 and the RAM 55 are built in the game control microcomputer 560. That is, the game control microcomputer 560 is a one-chip microcomputer. The one-chip microcomputer only needs to incorporate at least the RAM 55, and the ROM 54 may be external or built-in. Further, the I / O port unit 57 may be incorporated in the game control microcomputer 560. In this case, the game control microcomputer 560 also includes an I / O port unit.

  In the game control microcomputer 560, the CPU 56 executes control in accordance with the program stored in the ROM 54. Therefore, hereinafter, the game control microcomputer 560 executes (or performs processing) specifically. Is that the CPU 56 executes control according to the program. The same applies to microcomputers mounted on substrates other than the main substrate 31. The game control means is realized by a basic circuit 53 including a game control microcomputer 560.

  Further, from the gate switch A61, the first start opening switch 62, the first count switch 63, the first V winning switch 64, the gate switch B66, the second starting opening switch 67, the second count switch 68, and the second V winning switch 69. An input driver circuit 58 for supplying a detection signal to the basic circuit 53 is also mounted on the main board 31, and includes a solenoid 72 for opening and closing the first special variable winning device 20, a solenoid 73 for switching a route in the first big winning opening, and a variable winning device. The main board 31 also includes a solenoid 74 that opens and closes 17, a solenoid 75 that opens and closes the second special variable prize-winning device 22, and a solenoid circuit 59 that drives a solenoid 76 for switching the path in the second big prize opening in accordance with a command from the basic circuit 53. The game control microcomputer 560 is reset when the power is turned on. Information to output an information output signal such as a jackpot information indicating the occurrence of a jackpot gaming state to an external device such as a hall computer in accordance with data provided from a system reset circuit (not shown) or the basic circuit 53 An output circuit 60 is also mounted on the main board 31.

  In this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 controls the display of the first special symbol display 91 and the second special symbol display 92 that variably display special symbols, and also displays the normal symbols variably. Display control of the display 13 is also performed. Further, the game control microcomputer 560 controls the display state of the first special symbol hold memory display 10 and the second special symbol hold memory display 11 and controls the display state of the normal symbol hold memory display 19. Also do.

  The hitting ball launching device for hitting and launching the game ball includes a launch motor 94 controlled by a payout control microcomputer mounted on the payout control board 37. The launch motor 94 rotates to play the game ball in the game area 7. Fire towards. A drive signal for driving the firing motor 94 is transmitted to the firing motor 94 via the touch sensor substrate 90. Then, the touch sensor detects that the player is touching the operation knob (hitting ball handle) 5, and a signal from the touch sensor is mounted on the touch sensor substrate 90 (the player touches the operation knob 5. Is transmitted to the payout control board 37 via a circuit including a detection circuit for detecting whether or not it is touched. The circuit on the payout control board 37 stops the driving of the firing motor 94 when the signal from the touch sensor circuit indicates an off state.

  The hitting ball launching device is not controlled by a payout control microcomputer mounted on the payout control board 37, but a separate circuit from the payout control microcomputer, for example, a fire control different from the payout control board 37. It may be controlled by a circuit on the substrate.

  In this embodiment, the effect control means (configured by the effect control microcomputer) mounted on the effect control board 80 receives the effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560 via the relay board 77. The display control of the 1st variable display part 8 and the 2nd variable display part 9 which receives and displays a decorative design variably is performed.

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

  The effect control board 80 has an effect control microcomputer 100 including an effect control CPU 101 and a RAM. The RAM may be externally attached. In the effect control board 80, the effect control microcomputer 100 operates in accordance with a program stored in a built-in or external ROM (not shown), and a strobe signal from the main board 31 input via the relay board 77. In response to the (effect control INT signal), an effect control command is received via the input driver 102 and the input port 103. Further, the production control microcomputer 100 causes the VDP (video display processor) 109 to perform display control of the first variable display unit 8 and the second variable display unit 9 using an LCD based on the production control command.

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

  As a signal direction regulating means, the signal inputted from the main board 31 is allowed to pass through the relay board 77 only in the direction toward the effect control board 80 (the signal is not passed in the direction from the effect control board 80 to the relay board 77). The unidirectional circuit is installed. For example, a diode or a transistor is used as the unidirectional circuit. FIG. 3 illustrates a diode. A unidirectional circuit is provided for each signal.

  Further, the effect control microcomputer 100 outputs a signal for driving the lamp to the lamp driver board 35 via the input / output port 105. In addition, the production control microcomputer 100 outputs sound number data to the sound output board 70 via the input / output port 104.

  In the lamp driver board 35, a signal for driving the lamp is input to the lamp driver 352 via the input / output driver 351. The lamp driver 352 amplifies a signal for driving the lamp and supplies the amplified signal to each lamp provided on the frame side such as the top frame lamp 40, the left frame lamp 41, and the right frame lamp 42. Further, it is supplied to a decorative lamp 25 provided on the frame side.

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

  The signal for driving the lamp and the sound number data are transmitted bidirectionally between the effect control microcomputer 100, the lamp driver board 35 and the audio output board 70 (a response signal is transmitted from the signal receiving side to the transmitting side). Communication).

  The effect control microcomputer 100 reads necessary data from a character ROM (not shown) in accordance with the received effect control command. The character ROM is character image data that is frequently used among images displayed on the first variable display unit 8 and the second variable display unit 9, specifically, a person, a character, a figure, a symbol, etc. (including decorative designs). ) In advance. The effect control microcomputer 100 outputs the data read from the character ROM to the VDP 109. The VDP 109 executes display control based on data input from the effect control microcomputer 100.

  In this embodiment, a VDP 109 that performs display control of the first variable display unit 8 and display control of the second variable display unit 9 is mounted on the effect control board 80. The VDP 109 has an address space independent of the production control microcomputer 100 and maps the VRAM therein. The VRAM is a buffer memory for expanding image data generated by the VDP. The VDP 109 outputs the image data in the VRAM to the first variable display unit 8 and the second variable display unit 9. Note that the number of VDPs corresponding to the number of variable display units may be mounted on the effect control board 80.

  Next, game control processing executed by the game control microcomputer 560 will be described. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing the timer interrupt process. For example, when a timer interrupt set to occur every 2 ms occurs during the execution of the main process, the game control microcomputer 560 plays a game in a timer interrupt process activated in response to the occurrence of the timer interrupt. Control processing (game control microcomputer 560 controls itself for game devices such as variable display units 8, 9 provided in the gaming machine, variable winning ball device, ball payout device, or other A process of sending a command signal to cause the microcomputer to control, also referred to as a gaming apparatus control process) is executed.

  In the main process, the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process are repeatedly executed. The display random number is a random number for determining a symbol displayed on the first special symbol display 91 or the second special symbol display 92, and in this embodiment, there are a plurality of types of display random numbers. The display random number update process is a process for updating the count value of the counter for generating the display random number. The initial value random number update process is a process for updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number. The initial value random number is a random number for determining an initial value of a count value such as a counter for generating a random number for determining whether or not to make a big hit (a big hit determination random number generation counter). In the determination random number update process in the game control process, the value of the big hit determination random number generation counter is incremented by one. When the number of steps from the minimum value to the maximum value is incremented), an initial value is set in the counter.

  In the timer interrupt process, the game control microcomputer 560 includes the gate switch A61, the first start port switch 62, the first count switch 63, the first V winning switch 64, the gate switch B66, the second start port switch 67, the second Detection signals of the count switch 68 and the second V winning switch 69 are input, and their state is determined (switch processing: step S21).

  Next, a process of updating the count value of each counter for generating each determination random number such as a random number for jackpot determination used for game control is performed (determination random number update process: step S22). The game control microcomputer 560 further performs a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number and the display random number (initial value random number update process, display random number update process: step S23, S24).

FIG. 5 is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. Each random number is used as follows.
(1) Random 1: Decide whether or not to generate a big hit (for big hit determination).
(2) Random 2: Determine the detachment symbol of the first special symbol and the second special symbol displayed on the first special symbol display 91 and the second special symbol display 92 (for determining the detachment symbol).
(3) Random 3: Determine the big hit symbol of the first special symbol and the second special symbol that generate the big hit displayed on the first special symbol display 91 and the second special symbol display 92 (for determining the big hit symbol) .
(4) Random 4: The variation pattern of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is determined (for variation pattern determination).
(5) Random 5: Decide whether or not to generate a hit based on the normal symbol (for normal symbol hit determination).
(6) Random 6: An initial value of random 1 is determined (for determining a random 1 initial value).
(7) Random 7: The initial value of random 5 is determined (for determining the initial value of random 5).
(8) Random 8: Determines whether or not to end the probability change state when the gaming state is controlled to the probability change state (for determining the probability change state end).

  Furthermore, the game control microcomputer 560 performs the first special symbol process (step S25). In the first special symbol process, corresponding processing is executed according to a first special symbol process flag for controlling the first special symbol display 91 and the first special variable winning device 20 in a predetermined order according to the gaming state. . The value of the first special symbol process flag is updated during each process according to the gaming state. Next, the game control microcomputer 560 performs the second special symbol process (step S26). In the second special symbol process, corresponding processing is executed according to a second special symbol process flag for controlling the second special symbol display 92 and the second special variable winning device 22 in a predetermined order according to the gaming state. . The value of the second special symbol process flag is updated during each process according to the gaming state.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 performs normal symbol process processing (step S27). In the normal symbol process, the corresponding process is executed according to the normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 13 in a predetermined order. The value of the normal symbol process flag is updated during each process according to the gaming state. By executing the normal symbol process, the display control of the normal symbol display 13 and the opening / closing control of the variable winning device 17 are executed.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 performs a process of sending an effect control command related to the display control of the first variable display unit 8 and the second variable display unit 9 (special symbol command control process: step S28).

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 performs information output processing for outputting data such as jackpot information, start information, probability variation information supplied to the hall management computer, for example (step S29).

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 detects the first start port switch 62, the first count switch 63, the first V winning switch 64, the second starting port switch 67, the second count switch 68, and the second V winning switch 69. A prize ball process for setting the number of prize balls based on this is executed (step S30). Specifically, any one of the first start port switch 62, the first count switch 63, the first V winning switch 64, the second starting port switch 67, the second count switch 68, and the second V winning switch 69 is turned on. In response to the detection of the winning prize, a payout control command indicating the number of winning balls is output to the payout control microcomputer mounted on the payout control board 37. The payout control microcomputer drives the ball payout device 97 in response to a payout control command indicating the number of winning balls.

  In this embodiment, a RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided. However, the game control microcomputer 560 relates to ON / OFF of the solenoid in the RAM area of the output port. The contents are output to the output port (step S31: solenoid output processing). Thereafter, the interrupt permission state is set (step S32), and the process ends.

  With the above control, in this embodiment, the game control process is started every 2 ms. In this embodiment, the game control process is executed by the timer interrupt process. However, in the timer interrupt process, for example, only a flag indicating that an interrupt has occurred is set, and the game control process is performed by the main process. May be executed.

  As described above, in this embodiment, the stop symbol of the special symbol in the first special symbol display 91 or the second special symbol display 92 is a jackpot symbol (probability variable, for example, “7”) with a probability variation. In this case, the probability of the next big hit is controlled to a probability change state higher than the normal gaming state. In this embodiment, when the gaming state is controlled to the probability changing state, whether or not to end the probability changing state is determined at the start of the variation of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. Then, when the determination result is to end the probability variation state, after performing the probability variation state end notice effect for notifying the first variable display portion 8 or the second variable display portion 9 that the probability variation state ends. , The first variable display unit 8 or the second variable display unit 9 (if the first variable display unit 8 performs the probable state end notice effect, the second variable display unit 9 or the second variable display unit 9 When the probability change state end notice effect is executed, the probability variable state end notification effect for notifying that it is determined to end the probability change state in the first variable display portion 8) is executed. Thus, it is possible to enhance the interest of the game by effectively performing the effect for notifying that the probability changing state is ended in the two variable display units 8 and 9 in an interlocking manner. Hereinafter, specific processing for executing the above-described control will be described.

  FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing an example of a program of the first special symbol process (step S25) executed by the game control microcomputer 560 mounted on the main board 31. As described above, in the first special symbol process, a process for controlling the first special symbol display 91 is executed. The program for the second special symbol process (step S26) is configured in the same manner. That is, in the following description, if “first” is read as “second” and “second” is read as “first”, the second special symbol process will be described.

  The game control microcomputer 560 has a first start port switch for detecting that a game ball has won the first start winning port 14 provided in the game board 6 when performing the first special symbol process. If 62 is turned on, that is, if a start winning that causes the game ball to win the first start winning opening 14 has occurred (step S311), the number of reserved memories has not reached the upper limit (step S312). Then, the value of the first reserved memory counter indicating the number of reserved memories is incremented by 1 (step S313). Thereafter, any one of steps S300 to S308 is performed according to the internal state (specifically, the value of the first special symbol process flag).

  When the value of the first pending storage counter is incremented by 1, the game control microcomputer 560 extracts the counter value for generating the big hit determination random number and the like as the extracted random value. A process of storing in the storage area in the first reserved storage buffer corresponding to the value of the reserved storage counter is executed. In the first reserved storage buffer, the same number of storage areas as the upper limit value of the number of reserved memories is secured. Note that the counter and the first reserved storage buffer for generating the big hit determination random number are formed in the RAM 55. “Formed in RAM” means an area in the RAM.

  First special symbol normal processing (step S300): When the microcomputer for game control 560 is in a state where variable display of the first special symbol can be started, the number of numerical data stored in the first reserved memory buffer (reserved memory) Number). The number of numerical data stored in the first hold storage buffer can be confirmed by the count value of the first hold storage counter. Then, if the count value of the first hold storage counter is not 0, it is checked whether or not the gaming state is a probability variation state, and if it is a probability variation state, the end of the probability variation state is determined. Further, it is determined whether or not the display result of the variable display of the first special symbol is the specific display result (whether or not it is a big hit). In the case of a specific display result, the first big hit flag is set. Then, the internal state (first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S301.

  First gaming state transition control process (step S301): When the gaming state is controlled to the probability variation state, the number of times of starting the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol after the transition to the probability variation state (variation start) It is confirmed whether or not the number of times has reached a predetermined number of times, and if it has been confirmed that the number of times has reached the predetermined number of times, a transition control for shifting the gaming state from the probability changing state to the time-shortening state is executed. In addition, when the gaming state is controlled to the short-time state, whether or not the number of variable display start times (variation start number) of the first special symbol and the second special symbol has reached a predetermined number since the transition to the short-time state When it is confirmed that the predetermined number of times has been reached, the transition control is executed to shift the gaming state from the short-time state to the normal gaming state. Then, the internal state (first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value according to step S302.

  First special symbol stop symbol setting process (step S302): The stop symbol of the first special symbol after variable display is determined. Then, the internal state (first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value according to step S303. In this embodiment, when the stop symbol of the first special symbol is used as an off symbol, it is determined that an even special symbol among “0” to “9” is a stop symbol. Further, when the stop symbol of the first special symbol is to be a jackpot symbol (specific display result), it is determined that an odd special symbol of “0” to “9” is to be a stop symbol. Furthermore, if “7” is an odd special symbol with a probability variation (probable variation, special display result), and “7” is determined to be a stop symbol, the gaming state is probabilistic. Execute migration control to migrate to. In addition, in the state where the gaming state is controlled to the probability variation state, it is determined that the odd special symbols other than “7” (“1”, “3”, “5”, “9”: non-probability variation symbols) are to be stopped symbols. When this happens, the transition control is executed to shift the gaming state from the probability changing state to the time-saving state. Further, in the state where the gaming state is controlled to the short-time state, when it is determined that the odd special symbol other than “7” is to be the stop symbol, the transition control for shifting the gaming state from the short-time state to the normal gaming state is performed. Execute.

  First variation pattern setting process (step S303): A variation pattern determining random number (one of the display random numbers) obtained by extracting a variation pattern of variable display of the first special symbol (corresponding to a variation time here) extracted at the time of starting winning. Is selected from a plurality of predetermined variation patterns according to the value of. Also, based on the determined variation pattern, the variable display time until the first special symbol is variably displayed and derived and displayed is set in the first special symbol process timer, and then the first special symbol process timer is started. At this time, information (variation pattern command) for instructing the variation pattern is transmitted to the effect control board 80. Then, the internal state (first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value according to step S304.

  First special symbol variation processing (step S304): When the variation time of the variation pattern selected in the first variation pattern setting processing elapses (the first special symbol process timer set in step S303 times out), the internal state ( The first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S305.

  First special symbol stop process (step S305): The variable display on the first special symbol display 91 is stopped and the stopped symbol is displayed. If the first big hit flag is set, the internal state (first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value according to step S306. Otherwise, the internal state is updated to a value according to step S300. In this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 controls the first variable display unit 8 so that the first decorative symbol is stopped. For example, when the variation time elapses, an effect control command (decoration symbol stop command) indicating stop of the decorative symbol (special symbol) is transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100. It should be noted that the effect control microcomputer 100 on the effect control board 80 may independently execute control to stop the variable display of the first decorative symbol when the fluctuation time has elapsed. According to such a configuration, the number of effect control commands transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 can be reduced, and the control burden on the game control microcomputer 560 can be reduced.

  First big winning opening opening pre-processing (step S306): Control for opening the first big winning opening is started. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the first grand prize opening) and the like are initialized, and the solenoid 72 is driven to open the first special variable prize-winning device 20. Open the 1st prize opening. Also, the execution time of the first big prize opening opening process is set by the process timer, and the internal state (first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value according to step S307.

  Processing during opening of first big prize opening (step S307): control for sending production control command of round display during big hit gaming state to production control board 80, processing for confirming establishment of closing condition of first big prize opening, etc. I do. When the closing condition of the first grand prize opening is established, the process of monitoring whether or not the game ball has passed through the first V winning area provided in the first big prize opening and confirming that the big hit gaming state continuation condition is established I do. If the big hit gaming state continuation condition is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the internal state is updated to a value corresponding to step S306. In addition, when the big hit gaming state continuation condition is not satisfied within a predetermined effective time, or when all rounds are finished, the internal state is updated to a value according to step S308.

  First jackpot end process (step S308): Control for causing the microcomputer 100 for effect control to perform display control for notifying the player that the jackpot gaming state has ended is performed. Then, the internal state is updated to a value corresponding to step S300.

  FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command sent to the effect control board 80. In this embodiment, the effect control command has a 2-byte configuration. The first byte represents MODE (command classification), and the second byte represents EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always “1”, and the first bit (bit 7) of the EXT data is always “0”. Note that such a command form is an example, and other command forms may be used. For example, a control command composed of 1 byte or 3 bytes or more may be used.

  In the example shown in FIG. 7, commands 8000 (H) to 801F (H) change the decorative symbols variably displayed on the first variable display portion 8 or the second variable display portion 9 in response to the variable symbol special display. This is an effect control command for designating a pattern. The effect control command for designating the variation pattern is also a command for designating the start of variation.

  The command 8101 (H) is an effect control command for designating that the display result on the first variable display unit 8 is a big hit symbol, and the command 8102 (H) is a display result on the second variable display unit 9. This is an effect control command for designating a big hit symbol.

  The command 8201 (H) is an effect control command for designating the end of the probability variation state when it is determined that the probability variation state is terminated as a result of the determination of the end of the probability variation state (see steps S53B to S53D in FIG. 9 described later).

  Command 91XX (H) is an effect control command for designating a special symbol stop symbol. A symbol number is set in “XX”. The special symbol stop symbols are the first special symbol stop symbol setting process (step S302) in the first special symbol process (step S25) and the second special symbol stop symbol setting process in the second special symbol process (step S26). (Not shown) are determined respectively, and a special symbol designation effect control command (91XX (H)) corresponding to the determined stop symbol is transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100. Is done. The production control microcomputer 100 receives the special symbol designation production control command (91XX (H)), and then the special symbol stop symbol (“out”, “non-probable big hit”, “probable big hit”). The stop symbol of the decorative design corresponding to is determined, and the determined stop symbol is displayed on the variable display sections 8 and 9.

  The command A000 (H) is an effect control command for instructing stop of variable display of decorative symbols on the first variable display unit 8. The command A001 (H) is an effect control command for instructing stop of variable display of decorative symbols on the second variable display unit 9. The instruction to stop the variable display of the decorative symbol is an instruction to derive and display the stop symbol, unlike the instruction to interrupt the variable display (commands A100 (H) and A200 (H)). In this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits an effect control command (command A000 (H), command A001 (H)) to the effect control microcomputer 100 to instruct stop of variable display. However, regardless of such a configuration, when the production control microcomputer 100 measures the variation time and times out, the variable display may be stopped and the symbol may be derived and displayed.

  Command A100 (H) is an effect control command for instructing interruption of variable display of decorative symbols on the first variable display unit 8, and command A101 (H) is variable of decorative symbols on the first variable display unit 8. This is an effect control command for instructing resumption of display.

  Command A 200 (H) is an effect control command for instructing interruption of variable display of decorative symbols on the second variable display unit 9, and command A 201 (H) is variable of decorative symbols on the second variable display unit 9. This is an effect control command for instructing resumption of display.

  The command BXXX (H) is an effect control command that is sent from the start of the big hit game to the end of the big hit game. Commands D000 (H) to EXXXX (H) are effect control commands relating to the display state of the variable display portions 8 and 9 that are not related to the variation of the decorative symbols and the big hit game.

  Command D000 (H) is an effect control command for designating a customer waiting demonstration.

  The command E001 (H) is an effect control command that specifies that the first reserved memory number is increased by 1. The command E002 (H) is an effect control that specifies that the second reserved memory number is increased by 1. It is a command. In the present embodiment, since the game control microcomputer 560 controls the display states of the first special symbol hold memory display 10 and the second special symbol hold memory display 11, these effect control commands Is not necessary.

  The command E400 (H) is an effect control command for designating the display state (for example, background or color) of the variable display portions 8 and 9 when the gaming state becomes the normal gaming state (low probability state). H) is an effect control command for designating the display state (for example, background or color) of the variable display units 8 and 9 when the gaming state is changed to a probability change state (high probability state), and the command E402 (H) is This is an effect control command for designating the display state (for example, background or color) of the variable display sections 8 and 9 when the gaming state becomes the short time state.

  When the effect control microcomputer 100 mounted on the effect control board 80 receives the above-described effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560 mounted on the main board 31, it corresponds to the contents shown in FIG. 7. While changing the display state of the 1st variable display part 8 and the 2nd variable display part 9, the display state of a lamp is changed, and sound number data are output with respect to the audio | voice output board | substrate 70. FIG. Note that effect control commands other than the effect control commands shown in FIG. 7 are also transmitted from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80. For example, a more detailed presentation control command related to the big hit game is also transmitted from the main board 31 to the presentation control board 80.

  FIG. 8 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a variation pattern used in this embodiment. In FIG. 8, “EXT” indicates the second byte of EXT data in the effect control command having a two-byte structure. “Time” indicates the variation time of the special symbol (variable display period of identification information).

  Note that the variation patterns in which the EXT data is “00H” to “0FH” are the variation patterns in the first variable display unit 8, respectively. The variation patterns in which the EXT data is “10H” to “1FH” are “00H”, respectively. ”To“ 0FH ”is a variation pattern in the second variable display section 9 in the same effect manner.

  Specifically, the variation pattern in which the EXT data is “02H” is a variation pattern of long-term variation with reach in the first variable display unit 8 illustrated in FIGS. 22 and 23. The variation pattern in which the EXT data is “03H” is a variation pattern of long-term variation when the end of the probability variation state in the first variable display unit 8 illustrated in FIGS. 20 and 21 is determined. The variation pattern in which the EXT data is “04H” is a variation pattern of long-term variation when the end of the probability variation state in the first variable display unit 8 is not determined. In this embodiment, the variation patterns “02H” to “04H” are each a variation pattern of long-term variation with reach of the same effect mode, as shown in FIGS. Therefore, the variation patterns “02H” to “04H” may be a single variation pattern.

  The variation patterns accompanying the continuous notice # 1 of the EXT data “15H” to “17H” are the variation patterns in which the first to third notices are executed in the second variable display unit 9 shown in FIGS. It is. Note that the variation pattern with the continuous notice # 1 from “15H” to “17H” and the variation pattern with the continuous notice # 2 from “18H” to “1AH” differ only in the variation time, and the production mode is The same. The fluctuation pattern accompanied by the mission notice of EXT data “1BH”, “1CH”, and “1DH” is the first to third mission notice (the third mission success) in the second variable display section 9 shown in FIGS. The variation pattern to be executed is a variation pattern accompanied by a mission advance notice of EXT data “1BH”, “1CH”, and “1EH”. The first to third mission notices in the second variable display unit 9 shown in FIGS. (Mission failure for the third time) is executed.

  By the way, the continuous notice effect is a notice effect executed over a plurality of fluctuations, and the mission notice effect is a notice effect that gives a specific command to the player, and the command is satisfied. When such an effect is executed, the effect is such that a profit is given to the player (for example, a big hit is generated).

  FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing the first special symbol normal process (step S300) in the first special symbol process. The state where the first special symbol normal process is executed is when the value of the first special symbol process flag is a value indicating step S300. The case where the value of the first special symbol process flag is a value indicating step S300 means that the first special symbol display 91 does not display the variation of the first special symbol and the first big hit This is the case when not playing. In the first special symbol normal process, the game control microcomputer 560 first checks whether or not the second big hit game-in-progress flag is set (step S51). The second big hit gaming flag is displayed when the second big hit gaming state as the big hit gaming state (specific gaming state) starts when the big special winning symbol (specific display result) is derived and displayed on the second special symbol display 92. It is set in the second special symbol stop process in the special symbol process (step S26), and is reset when the second big hit gaming state ends. If the second big hit game flag is set, the first special symbol normal process is terminated. That is, the variable display of the first special symbol and the first decorative symbol is not started.

  If the second big hit game flag is not set, the game control microcomputer 560 checks the value of the number of reserved storage (step S52A). Specifically, the count value of the first hold storage counter is confirmed.

  If the reserved memory number is not 0, each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved memory number = 1 in the first reserved memory buffer of the RAM 55 is read and stored in the random number buffer area (random number storage buffer) of the RAM 55. At the same time (step S52B), the value of the number of reserved memories is reduced by 1 (the count value of the first reserved memory counter is decremented by 1), and the contents of each storage area are shifted (step S52C). That is, each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the first reserved memory buffer of the RAM 55 is stored as the reserved memory number = n−1. Store in the area. Therefore, the order in which the random number values stored in the respective storage areas corresponding to the number of reserved memories is extracted always matches the order of the number of reserved memories = 1, 2, 3 and 4. Yes.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 confirms whether or not the current game state is a probability variation state (high probability state) by confirming whether or not the probability variation flag is set (step S53A). . Here, the probability variation flag is data indicating that the current gaming state is the probability variation state, and is set when the probability variation state is started (see step S105 in FIG. 13), and is reset when the probability variation state is terminated. (See step S53E in FIG. 9, step S58C in FIG. 10, and step S108 in FIG. 13). In the big hit determination (step S54B) described later, when the probability variation flag is set (in the probability variation state), the big hit is made at a higher rate than when the probability variation flag is not set (in the normal gaming state or the short time state). The decision to do so will be made.

  When the probability variation flag is not set (N in Step S53A), the game control microcomputer 560 proceeds to Step S54A without executing Steps S53B to S53I. On the other hand, when the probability change flag is set (Y in step S53A), the game control microcomputer 560 reads the probability change state end determination random number (random 8) from the random number storage buffer (step S53B). The end is determined (step S53C). In the determination of the end of the probability variation state, a predetermined probability variation state end determination value is compared with a probability variation state end determination random value, and if they match, the probability variation state is determined to be terminated.

  As a result of the determination of the end of the probability variation state, when it is determined that the probability variation state is terminated (Y in step S53D), the game control microcomputer 560 resets the probability variation flag and terminates the control in the probability variation state. At the same time (step S53E), the time reduction flag is set to start control in the time reduction state (step S53F). Here, the time reduction flag is data indicating that the current gaming state is the time reduction state, and is set when the time reduction state is started (step S53F, step S58D in FIG. 10, step S109 in FIG. 13). It is reset when the time saving state is terminated (see step S59C in FIG. 10 and step S106 in FIG. 13). In the first variation pattern setting process (step S303) and the second variation pattern setting process (not shown), which will be described later, when the time reduction flag is set (when the time reduction flag is set), the time reduction flag is not set. A variation pattern (variation pattern of “0FH” and “1FH” shown in FIG. 8) having a variation time shorter than the variation pattern selected in the normal game state is selected. In this embodiment, the time reduction state is started only after the probability variation state ends.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the number of time reductions in a variation counter that counts the number of variations (variable display count) (step S53G). The number of time reductions is the number of times (variable display possible number of times) indicating how many times the first special symbol and the second special symbol are changed to end the time reduction state. In this embodiment, for example, 50 times are set as the number of time reductions.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 sets a short time display designation command transmission wait flag indicating that the short time display designation command is in a transmission waiting state (step S53H). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits to the effect control board 80 a probability variation end designation command (8201 (H)) that designates that the probability variation state is determined to be terminated (step S53I). Further, a puncture winning flag indicating that the probability variation state is to be ended ("puncture winning") has been set in the determination of the probability variation state end is set (step S53J).

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 reads the jackpot determination random number from the random number storage buffer (step S54A), and executes the jackpot determination module (step S54B). The jackpot determination module is a program that executes a process of comparing a jackpot determination value determined in advance with a random number value for jackpot determination and determining that the jackpot determination value is a jackpot if they match. Here, in the jackpot determination, when the gaming state is a probabilistic state (high probability state), the probability that a big hit will be higher than when the gaming state is a non-probable variation state (normal gaming state and short-time state). Has been. Specifically, a high-probability jackpot determination table in which a large number of jackpot determination values are set in advance and a low-probability jackpot determination table in which the number of jackpot determination values is set smaller than the high-probability jackpot determination table are provided. Keep it. Then, the gaming control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the gaming state is a probable change state, and when the gaming state is a probable change state, performs a jackpot determination process using a high probability jackpot determination table, When the gaming state is the normal gaming state or the short-time state, the jackpot determination process is performed using the low probability jackpot determination table. With such a configuration, the probability that a big hit is higher in the probability changing state than in the normal gaming state and the short time state.

  Note that whether or not the current gaming state is the probability variation state is determined based on whether or not the probability variation flag is set as described above.

  When it is determined to be a big hit (step S54C), the game control microcomputer 560 sets a first big hit flag (step S54D).

  Thereafter, the game control microcomputer 560 updates the value of the first special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the first game state transition control process (step S301) (step S55).

  FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing the first gaming state transition control process (step S301) in the first special symbol process. In the first gaming state transition control process, the gaming control microcomputer 560 first checks whether or not the second big hit gaming flag is set (step S56). When the second big hit gaming flag is set, the first gaming state transition control process is terminated.

  If the second big hit gaming flag is not set, the game control microcomputer 560 decrements the value of the variation counter by -1 (step S57). At this time, in the fluctuation counter, the remaining number of fluctuations that can continue the state in the case of the probability variation state, or the remaining short time number that can continue the state in the case of the time-short state is set. The number of times of probability change is the number of times (the number of times that variable display is possible) indicating how many times the first special symbol and the second special symbol are changed to end the probability change state. In this embodiment, for example, 100 is set as the probability variation number at the start of the probability variation state (see step 107).

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the probability variation flag is set (step S58A). If the probability variation flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S59A without executing the processes in steps S58B to S58F. If the probability variation flag is set, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the variation counter is 0 (step S58B). Here, if the probability variation flag is set and the value of the variation counter is 0, the variation number of the first special symbol and the second special symbol after the gaming state is controlled to the certain variation state. It means that the number of times (for example, 100 times) has been reached. In this case, the game control microcomputer 560 resets the probability change flag to end the probability change state (step S58C), and sets the time reduction flag to start the time reduction state (step S58D). Then, the number of time reductions is set in the fluctuation number counter (step S58E), and a time display designation command transmission waiting flag is set (step S58F).

  FIG. 11 is a timing diagram for explaining the reset timing of the probability variation flag and the setting timing of the time reduction flag. As shown in FIG. 11, when the probability variation flag is set and controlled to the probability variation state, the variation counter is set to the first special symbol and the second special symbol at the start of the variation of the first special symbol and the second special symbol from that time. Count the number of symbol changes. When the number of fluctuations of the first special symbol and the second special symbol reaches 100 times after being controlled to the probability variation state, more specifically, when the probability variation flag is set, the probability variation flag is set when the first variation is started. At the same time, the time reduction flag is set. In this way, since the number of times of change is counted at the beginning of the change consistently, the upper limit of the number of times of change from the transition to the probability change state to the end is constant, providing a fair gaming machine to the player Will be able to.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the time reduction flag is set (step S59A). If the time reduction flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S60 without executing the processes in steps S59B to S59D. If the time reduction flag is set, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the variation counter is 0 (step S59B). Here, when the time reduction flag is set and the value of the variation counter is 0, the number of variations of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is reduced after the gaming state is controlled to the time reduction state. It means that the number of times (for example, 50 times) has been reached. In this case, the game control microcomputer 560 resets the time reduction flag to end the time reduction state (step S59C). Then, a normal display designation command transmission waiting flag indicating that the normal display designation command transmission is awaited is set (step S59D).

  FIG. 12 is a timing chart for explaining the reset time of such a short time flag. As shown in FIG. 12, when the hour / short flag is set and the hour / hour state is controlled, the variation counter is set to the first special symbol and the second special symbol at the start of the fluctuation of the first special symbol and the second special symbol from that time. Count the number of symbol changes. When the number of fluctuations of the first special symbol and the second special symbol reaches 50 times after being controlled to the time reduction state, more specifically, when the time reduction flag is set, the time reduction flag is set at the time of starting the 50th fluctuation. It is reset. In this way, the number of times of change is consistently counted at the start of change, so the upper limit of the number of times of change from the transition to the short time state to the end is constant, providing a fair gaming machine for the player Will be able to.

  Thereafter, the game control microcomputer 560 updates the value of the first special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the first special symbol stop symbol setting process (step S302) (step S60).

  FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing the first special symbol stop symbol setting process (step S302) in the first special symbol process. In the first special symbol stop symbol setting process, the game control microcomputer 560 first checks whether or not the second big hit gaming flag is set (step S101). If the second big hit game flag is set, the first special symbol stop symbol setting process is terminated.

  If the second big hit game flag is not set, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether the first big hit flag is set (step S102). If the first jackpot flag is set, the jackpot symbol determining random number (random 3) is read from the random number storage buffer, and the jackpot symbol is determined according to the read value of the jackpot symbol determining random number (step S103). In this embodiment, each symbol of the symbol number set in the jackpot symbol table corresponding to the value of random 3 is determined as a jackpot symbol.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the jackpot symbol (odd symbol of “0” to “9”) determined in step S103 is a probability variation symbol (“7”) (step S104). ). When the jackpot symbol is a probability variation symbol, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the probability variation flag if the probability variation flag has not yet been set (step S105), and shortens the time variation if the time reduction flag has already been set. The flag is reset (step S106). Then, the probability variation number is set in the variation number counter (step S107). As described above, for example, 100 is set as the probability variation number. Then, the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first variation pattern setting process (step S303) (step S116).

  When the jackpot symbol determined in step S103 (an odd number among “0” to “9”) is a non-probable variation symbol (N in step S104), the game control microcomputer 560 sets the probability variation flag. It is confirmed whether or not (step S108). If the probability variation flag has already been set, the probability variation flag is reset (step S109), the time reduction flag is set (step S110), and the time reduction count is set in the variation counter (step S111).

  When the probability variation flag is not set (N in Step S108), the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the time reduction flag is set (Step S112). If the time reduction flag is already set, the time reduction flag is reset (step S113), and the value of the variation counter is cleared (step S114).

  Thereafter, the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first variation pattern setting process (step S303) (step S116).

  When the first jackpot flag is not set, the game control microcomputer 560 reads the random design determining random number (random 2) from the random number storage buffer, and displays the out symbol according to the read out random design determining random number value. Determine (step S115). In this embodiment, each symbol of the symbol number set in the missing symbol table corresponding to the value of random 2 is determined as a missing symbol. Then, the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first variation pattern setting process (step S303) (step S116).

  FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing the first variation pattern setting process (step S303) in the first special symbol process. In the first variation pattern setting process, the game control microcomputer 560 first confirms whether or not the second big hit gaming flag is set (step S61). If the second big hit game flag is set, the first variation pattern setting process is terminated.

  If the second big hit game flag is not set, the game control microcomputer 560 executes a notice selection / variation time determination process (step S62). In the advance notice selection / change time determination process, the change pattern (change time) and whether to execute the continuous notice effect are determined.

  When it is determined that the game control microcomputer 560 is a big hit, the game control microcomputer 560 performs a control to transmit a big hit variation designation effect control command (8101 (H)) to the effect control microcomputer 100. (Step S63). Further, control is performed to transmit an effect control command (variation pattern command) designating a variation pattern according to the determined variation pattern (variation time) (step S64).

  Further, a first changing flag indicating that variable display is being performed on the first special symbol display 91 and the first variable display unit 8 is set (step S65), and a variation time is set in the first special symbol process timer. (Step S66). Then, the internal state (first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S304 (step S67).

  FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing the advance notice selection / change time determination process. In the advance notice selection / variation time determination process, the game control microcomputer 560 first checks whether or not the first big hit flag is set (step S201). When the first jackpot flag is set, the game control microcomputer 560 has a second variable effect (a jackpot notice effect) that gives the player a sense of expectation that it may have been determined that the game will be a big hit. A process of determining whether or not to perform it on the display unit 9 (a jackpot notice effect determining process) is executed (step 202).

  Specifically, the game control microcomputer 560 confirms whether or not the current number of pending storages in the second variable display section 9 is 3 or more as the big hit announcement effect determination processing. In this embodiment, the jackpot notice effect is set to 1 to 3 continuous notice effects, and therefore cannot be executed unless the number of reserved memories is three or more. If the current number of reserved storages in the second variable display unit 9 is 3 or more, the first variable display unit 9 can execute 1 to 3 continuous notice effects during the variation time in the first variable display unit 8. Determine whether it is possible. This is because it is necessary to execute 1 to 3 continuous notice effects in the second variable display unit 9 after the change is started in the first variable display unit 8 until it stops. For example, when the second decorative symbol is currently changing on the second variable display unit 9, the time until the changing second decorative symbol stops (for example, 20 seconds) and the fluctuation stops. From the time until the next change starts (for example, 1 second), the total change time of 1 to 3 continuous notice effects (for example, 30 seconds in total), and the change of 1 to 3 continuous notice effects ( The time (for example, 53 seconds) obtained by adding the time (for example, total 2 seconds) from the time when the change is stopped to the time when the next change is started (for example, 53 seconds) is a long change time with reach in the first variable display unit 8 (for example, If the time is shorter than 55 seconds ("02H" in FIG. 8), it is determined that the second variable display unit 9 can execute 1 to 3 continuous notice effects. If the second variable display section 9 can execute 1 to 3 continuous notice effects, the game control microcomputer 560 reads the variation pattern determination random number (random 4) from the random number storage buffer and reads the variation Based on the value of the random number for pattern determination, it is determined whether or not to execute the continuous notice effect (mission notice effect) as the jackpot notice effect in the second variable display unit 9.

  When the game control microcomputer 560 decides to execute the big hit announcement effect on the second variable display unit 9 (Y in step S203), the variation pattern to be executed on the first variable display unit 8 is accompanied by reach. A long-time variation pattern (“02H” in FIG. 8) is determined (step S205). Then, a predetermined value (a value of 3 in this example) is set in the second continuous notice number counter, and the continuous notice effect pattern (here, the mission notice effect) determined in the big hit notice effect determination process (step S202). The variation pattern “1BH” to “1DH”) is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 55 (step S206). When the game control microcomputer 560 decides not to execute the big hit announcement effect on the second variable display unit 9 (N in step S203), the variation pattern to be executed on the first variable display unit 8 is accompanied by reach. The variation pattern (“01H” in FIG. 8) is determined (step S204).

  When the first big hit flag is not set, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the value of the first continuous notice counter is 0 (step S207). Here, the first continuous notice counter is a counter for counting the number of continuous notices executed in the first variable display unit 8. The fact that the value of the first continuous notice counter is not 0 indicates that the continuous notice is currently being executed (or is about to be executed) in the first variable display section 8.

  When the value of the first continuous notice number counter is not 0, the continuous notice is currently being executed (or is about to be executed) in the first variable display unit 8, so that the game control microcomputer 560 performs the continuous notice. As the effect determination process, the first variable display unit 8 confirms which of the continuous notice # 1, the continuous notice # 2, and the mission notice is being executed (or is about to be executed), and By confirming how many times the continuous notice needs to be executed, a variation pattern accompanied by a continuous notice effect to be executed by the first variable display unit 8 is determined (step S208). The confirmation of which of the three continuous notice effects is being executed (or whether it is about to be executed) is stored in the variation pattern of the continuous notice effect determined in steps S206 and S214. Do this by checking. In addition, the confirmation of how many times the continuous notice needs to be executed is performed based on the value of the first continuous notice number counter. For example, when the variation pattern of the continuous notice # 1 is stored as the continuous notice effect, and the value of the first continuous notice number counter is 2, the continuous notice # 1 (second time) in the first variable display unit 8 is stored. Is determined to be a fluctuation pattern (“06H” in FIG. 8). Then, the value of the first continuous notice number counter is decremented by 1 (step S209).

  When the value of the first continuous notice counter is 0 in step S207, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the probability change flag is set (step S210). At this time, the fact that the probability variation flag is set indicates that it is determined not to terminate the probability variation state in the determination of the end of the probability variation state (step S53C) shown in FIG. 9 (step S53D, 53E). Therefore, when the probability change flag is set, the game control microcomputer 560 feels uneasy about the player that the probability change state may end although it is determined not to end the probability change state. A process (dummy probability change state end notice effect determination process) for determining whether or not an effect to be held (dummy probability change state end notice effect) is performed on the second variable display unit 9 is executed (step 211). In this embodiment, the dummy probability change state end notice effect is an effect similar to the probability change state end notice effect (continuous notice effect) executed in the second variable display unit 9 shown in FIGS.

  Specifically, as the dummy probability change state end notice effect determination process, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the current number of reserved memories in the second variable display section 9 is 3 or more. In this embodiment, since the dummy probability changing state end notice effect is set to 1 to 3 continuous notice effects, it cannot be executed unless the number of reserved memories is three or more. If the current number of reserved storages in the second variable display unit 9 is 3 or more, the first variable display unit 9 can execute 1 to 3 continuous notice effects during the variation time in the first variable display unit 8. Determine whether it is possible. This is because it is necessary to execute 1 to 3 continuous notice effects in the second variable display unit 9 after the change is started in the first variable display unit 8 until it stops. For example, when the second decorative symbol is currently changing on the second variable display unit 9, the time until the changing second decorative symbol stops (for example, 20 seconds) and the fluctuation stops. From the time until the next change starts (for example, 1 second), the total change time of 1 to 3 continuous notice effects (for example, 30 seconds in total), and the change of 1 to 3 continuous notice effects ( The time (for example, 53 seconds) obtained by adding the time (for example, total 2 seconds) from the time when the change is stopped until the next change is started is determined to end the probability change state in the first variable display unit 8. If the time is shorter than the long fluctuation time (for example, 55 seconds of “04H” in FIG. 8), the second variable display unit 9 can execute 1 to 3 continuous notice effects. judge. If the second variable display section 9 can execute 1 to 3 continuous notice effects, the game control microcomputer 560 reads the variation pattern determination random number (random 4) from the random number storage buffer and reads the variation Based on the value of the random number for pattern determination, the second variable display unit 9 determines whether or not to execute the continuous notice effect as the dummy probability changing state end notice effect and what kind of effect to execute.

  Here, as the continuous notice effect, there are provided three kinds of effects of continuous notice # 1, continuous notice # 2, and mission notice. In addition, determination values for whether or not to perform the continuous notice are assigned to the variation pattern determination table for determining the dummy probability change state end notice effect, and the determination values for performing the continuous notice are the continuous notice # 1 and the continuous notice. A predetermined number is assigned to each of # 2 and the mission notice. Then, the game control microcomputer 560 compares the random value for determining the variation pattern with the determination value to determine whether or not to perform the continuous notice, and in what aspect the effect is to be given when the continuous notice is performed. decide.

  In addition, as a variation pattern of the dummy probability change state end announcement effect in the first variable display unit 8, a total variation time of a plurality of types of variation patterns prepared in advance (for example, a total of 30 seconds for the continuous notice # 1 and a continuous notice # 2 for the continuous notice # 2). The remaining time (for example, the remaining 50 seconds) until the second decorative symbol in the change stops when the second decorative symbol is changed in the second variable display unit 9 from the total 45 seconds) Alternatively, a variation pattern (a variation pattern with continuous notice # 2 in this example) of the longest total variation time (for example, a total of 45 seconds) may be selected.

  If such control is executed, the time point at which the continuous notice effect on the first variable display unit 8 ends and the time point on which the display result is derived and displayed on the second variable display unit 9 can be brought close to each other. Can easily recognize which change is being noticed by the continuous notice effect on the first variable display unit 8. In such a configuration, the fluctuation time of the continuous notice # 1 and the fluctuation time of the mission notice are the same fluctuation time (see FIG. 8), but are preferably different fluctuation times.

  When the game control microcomputer 560 decides to execute the dummy probability change state end notice effect in the second variable display unit 9 (Y in step S212), as the change pattern to be executed in the first variable display unit 8, A long-time variation pattern (“04H” in FIG. 8) when the end of the probability variation state is not determined is determined (step S213). Then, a predetermined value (a value of 3 in this example) is set in the second continuous notice count counter, and the continuous notice effect pattern (continuous notice) determined in the dummy probability change state end notice effect determination process (step S211). A process of storing # 1, continuous notice # 2, or mission notice change pattern) in a predetermined area of the RAM 55 is executed (step S214).

  On the other hand, when the game control microcomputer 560 determines that the second variable display unit 9 does not execute the dummy probability changing state end notice effect (N in Step S212), the random number for determining the variation pattern (random) is stored from the random number storage buffer. 4) is read out, and the variation pattern to be executed in the first variable display unit 8 is determined using the first variation pattern determination table based on the read value of the variation pattern determination random number (step S215). In the first variation pattern determination table, a determination value is assigned to each variation pattern in the first variable display unit 8. Then, the variation pattern corresponding to the determination value that matches the variation pattern determination random value is determined as the variation pattern to be executed by the first variable display unit 8.

  In this embodiment, in the normal game state, the variation pattern of “00H” or the variation pattern of “01H” is selected, but the variation pattern of “00H” is selected from the variation pattern of “01H”. Is easily assigned to the first variation pattern determination table. In the time-short state, the variation pattern of “0FH” or the variation pattern of “01H” is selected, but the variation pattern of “01H” is selected more easily than in the normal gaming state. A determination value is assigned to the one variation pattern determination table.

  When the probability change flag is not set in step S210, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the puncture winning flag is set (step S216). When the puncture winning flag is set, the game control microcomputer 560 resets the puncture winning flag (step S217), and produces an effect that makes the player feel uneasy when the probability change state may end (probability change). A process (probability change state end notice effect determination process) for determining whether or not to perform the state end notice effect) on the second variable display section 9 is executed (step 218). In this embodiment, the continuous notice effect executed in the second variable display unit 9 shown in FIGS. 20 and 21 is illustrated as the probability change state end notice effect.

  Specifically, the game control microcomputer 560 confirms whether or not the current number of reserved memories in the second variable display section 9 is 3 or more as the probability change state end notice effect determination process. In this embodiment, the probability change state end notice effect is set to 1 to 3 continuous notice effects, and therefore cannot be executed unless the number of reserved memories is three or more. If the current number of reserved storages in the second variable display unit 9 is 3 or more, the first variable display unit 9 can execute 1 to 3 continuous notice effects during the variation time in the first variable display unit 8. Determine whether it is possible. This is because it is necessary to execute 1 to 3 continuous notice effects in the second variable display unit 9 after the change is started in the first variable display unit 8 until it stops. The determination of the presence / absence of the continuous notice execution possible time is the same as that in the determination process of the dummy probability changing state end notice effect described above. If the second variable display section 9 can execute 1 to 3 continuous notice effects, the game control microcomputer 560 reads the random number for determining the variation pattern (random 4) from the random number storage buffer and reads the variation Based on the value of the pattern determining random number, the second variable display unit 9 determines which aspect of the effect is to be executed as the probability change state end notice effect (continuous notice effect).

  Here, as the continuous notice effect, as described above, there are provided three kinds of effects: continuous notice # 1, continuous notice # 2, and mission notice. In addition, a predetermined number of determination values are assigned to each of the continuous notice # 1, the continuous notice # 2, and the mission notice in the change pattern determination table for determining the probability change state end notice effect. Then, the game control microcomputer 560 determines which aspect of the effect to be the continuous notice effect by comparing the random number value for determining the variation pattern and the determination value.

  In this case as well, the total variation time of a plurality of types of variation patterns prepared in advance (for example, a total of 30 seconds in continuous notice # 1 is continuous as the variation pattern of the probable change state end announcement effect in the first variable display unit 8. The remaining time until the second decorative symbol in the change stops (for example, when the second decorative symbol is changed in the second variable display section 9 from the total of 45 seconds in the notice # 2). It is configured to select a variation pattern (a variation pattern with continuous notice # 2 in this example) having the longest total variation time (for example, total 45 seconds) among the total variation times shorter than the remaining 50 seconds). May be.

  When the game control microcomputer 560 determines that the second variable display unit 9 is to execute the probable change state end notice effect (Y in step S219), the game control microcomputer 560 uses the first variable display unit 8 as the change pattern to be executed. A long-time variation pattern (“03H” in FIG. 8) when the end of the state is determined is determined (step S220). Then, a predetermined value (a value of 3 in this example) is set in the second continuous notice number counter, and the continuous notice effect pattern (continuous notice #) determined in the above-described probability variation state end notice effect determination process (step S218). A process of storing the variation pattern of any one of the continuous notice # 2 and the mission notice) in a predetermined area of the RAM 55 is executed (step S214).

  On the other hand, when determining that the second variable display unit 9 does not execute the probable change state end notice effect (N in Step S219), the game control microcomputer 560 determines the change pattern from the random number storage buffer as described above. The random number (random 4) is read out, and the variation pattern to be executed in the first variable display unit 8 is determined using the first variation pattern determination table based on the read variation pattern determination random number value (step S215).

  FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing the first special symbol changing process (step S304) in the first special symbol process. In the first special symbol changing process, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the second big hit game flag is set (step S71). If the second big hit game flag is not set, it is confirmed whether or not the interruption flag is set (step S72). If the interruption flag is set, the interruption flag is reset (step S73), and a control for transmitting a resumption-designated production control command (resumption command: A101 (H)) to the production control microcomputer 100 is performed (step S74). ). Specifically, the address of the command transmission table corresponding to the restart command is set in the pointer. When the address of the command transmission table corresponding to the resume command is set in the pointer, the resume command is transmitted in the special symbol command control process (step S29). When receiving the restart command, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes control to restart the variable display of the first decorative symbol on the first variable display unit 8.

  Executed when the display result of the second special symbol display 92 is a big hit symbol when the variation of the first decorative symbol is interrupted in the first variable display unit 8 by the control of steps S71 to S74. When the big hit game (second big hit game) ends, the first variable display unit 8 resumes the variation of the first decorative symbol. Here, the first special symbol process is described. However, in the second special symbol process as well, when the variation of the second decorative symbol is interrupted in the second variable display unit 9 in the same manner. When the jackpot game (first jackpot game) executed when the display result of the first special symbol display 91 is the jackpot symbol is finished, the second variable display section 9 resumes the variation of the second ornament symbol. The

  After performing the control to transmit the resume command (step S74) and confirming that the interruption flag is not set in step S72, the game control microcomputer 560 decrements the first special symbol process timer by 1. (Step S75) When the first special symbol process timer times out (Step S76), the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first special symbol stop process (Step S305) (Step S77). If the first special symbol process timer has not timed out, the first special symbol process changing process is terminated without updating the value of the first special symbol process flag.

  When it is confirmed in step S71 that the second big hit gaming flag is set, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the interruption flag is set (step S78). If the interruption flag is set, the process is terminated. If the interruption flag has not been set, the interruption flag is set (step S79), and control for transmitting an interruption-designated effect control command (interrupt command: A100 (H)) to the effect control microcomputer 100 is performed ( Step S80). Specifically, the address of the command transmission table corresponding to the interruption command is set in the pointer. When receiving the interruption command, the production control microcomputer 100 executes control for interrupting the variable display of the first decorative symbol on the first variable display unit 8.

  When the big hit game (second big hit game) that is executed when the display result of the second special symbol display 92 is the big hit symbol is started by the control of steps S71 and S78 to S80, the first variable display section In 8, the variation of the first decorative design is interrupted. Although the first special symbol process is described here, the second special symbol process is also executed when the display result of the first special symbol display 91 is a jackpot symbol. When the big hit game (first big hit game) is started, the second variable display portion 9 interrupts the variation of the second decorative symbol.

  Thus, in this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 executes the variable display of the first decorative symbol (or the second decorative symbol) on the first variable display portion 8 (or the second variable display portion 9). If the second big hit game flag (or the first big hit game flag) is set at the same time, the subtraction of the special symbol process timer for measuring the variation time is interrupted (the process of step S75 is not executed). Then, a command for instructing to interrupt the change display of the first decorative symbol (or the second decorative symbol) is transmitted to the effect control board 80, and the second special symbol indicator 92 (or the first special symbol indicator 91) is a big hit. The first variable display section 8 is from the occurrence of the big hit gaming state (specific gaming state) based on the fact that the symbol (specific display result) is derived and displayed until the big hit gaming state ends. Or it executes a process for interrupting the variable display of the first decorative design (or second decorative design) in the second variable display unit 9). In the description here, each (or...) Description corresponds. That is, the description is made such that all (or...) Descriptions are replaced with the immediately preceding descriptions.

  FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing the first special symbol stop process (step S305) in the first special symbol process. In the first special symbol stop process, the game control microcomputer 560 first checks whether or not the second big hit game-in-progress flag is set (step S81). If the second big hit game flag is set, the first special symbol stop process is terminated.

  When the second big hit game flag is not set, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits a decoration symbol (special symbol) stop designation command (A000 (H)) to the effect control microcomputer 100, and The change of the first special symbol on the one special symbol display 91 is stopped, and the stop symbol is derived and displayed (step S82). Then, the first changing flag is reset (step S83). Next, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the first big hit flag is set (step S84).

  If the first jackpot flag is set, the game control microcomputer 560 sets a first jackpot game flag indicating that the jackpot game is being executed (step S85A), and the first jackpot start designation effect. Control is performed to transmit a control command (first big hit start command: B000 (H)) to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S85B). Specifically, the address of the command transmission table corresponding to the first jackpot start command is set in the pointer. The set first jackpot start command is transmitted to the effect control board 80 in the special symbol command control process (step S28). When receiving the first big hit start command, the production control microcomputer 100 mounted on the production control board 80 controls the first variable display unit 8 to display that the big hit gaming state is started.

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 updates the value of the first special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the first big winning opening opening pre-processing (step S306) (step S88).

  If the first jackpot flag is not set, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the time reduction display designation command transmission waiting flag is set (step S86A). Processing for transmitting the command (E402 (H)) to the production control microcomputer 100 is executed (step S86B). Then, the short time display designation command transmission waiting flag is reset (step S86C).

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 confirms whether or not the normal display designation command transmission waiting flag is set (step S87A). Processing to be transmitted to the control microcomputer 100 is executed (step S87B). Then, the normal display designation command transmission waiting flag is reset (step S87C). Thereafter, the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S89).

  As described above, it is confirmed whether or not the command transmission waiting flag is set (steps S86A and S87A), and if set, the process of transmitting the command is executed (steps S86B and S87B). Therefore, the timing at which the display state in the first variable display unit 8 and the second variable display unit 9 switches from the probability change display state to the time reduction display state, or from the time reduction display state to the normal display state, is set to the number of times of probability change set in the variation counter. This can be done after a minute or a short time variation has been performed. Note that the present invention is not limited to such a configuration. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 immediately transmits a time-short display designation command or a normal display designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 when the gaming state is switched, The production control microcomputer 100 may be configured not to switch the display state immediately after receiving the command but to switch the display state after the end of the change.

  FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing the first big hit end process (step S308) in the first special symbol process. In the first jackpot ending process, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the probability variation flag is set (step S91). When the probability variation flag is set, the game control microcomputer 560 executes a process of transmitting a high-probability display designation effect control command (E401 (H)) to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S92). .

  If the probability variation flag is not set, that is, if the jackpot symbol in the first special symbol display 91 is a non-probability variation symbol (non-specific display result, for example, an odd symbol other than “7”), the game control micro The computer 560 checks whether or not the time reduction flag is set (step S93A). At this time, the fact that the time reduction flag is set means that in the first special symbol stop symbol setting process (step S302), the probability variation flag is reset when the probability variation state is reached, and the probability variation flag is reset. This indicates that the state is set (steps S108 to S110). When the time reduction flag is set, the game control microcomputer 560 executes a process of transmitting a time reduction display designation command (E402 (H)) to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S93B). When the time reduction flag is not set, the game control microcomputer 560 executes a process of transmitting a normal display designation command (E400 (H)) to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S93C).

  The game control microcomputer 560 outputs the first big hit end designation effect control command (first big hit end command; B300 (H)), whether or not the probability variation big hit, to the effect control microcomputer 100. The process to transmit to is executed (step S94). When the production control microcomputer 100 receives the production control command with the high probability display designation, the production control microcomputer 100 performs a notification production so that the player can recognize the high probability state (probability variation state). In addition, when an effect control command for specifying a time reduction display is received, a notification effect is provided so that the player can recognize that the time is in a short time state. In addition, when a normal display designation effect control command is received, a notification effect is provided to the player so that the player can recognize that the player is in the normal gaming state. When the first jackpot end command is received, the first variable display 8 displays a notification that the jackpot game has ended.

  As already described, when transmitting the effect control command, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the address of the corresponding command transmission table in the pointer. Then, in the special symbol command control process (step S28), the game control microcomputer 560 transmits the effect control command stored at the address specified by the pointer to the effect control microcomputer 100.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 resets the first jackpot flag and the first jackpot game flag (steps S95 and S96). Further, it is confirmed whether or not the values of the continuous notice number counter (the first continuous notice number counter and the second continuous notice number counter) are 0 (step S97). If the counter value is not 0, the counter value is cleared (set to 0) (step S98). Thereby, it is possible to prevent the continuous notice from being executed across the big hit game. Then, the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S99).

  The first special symbol process (step S25) has been described above, but the same process is executed in the second special symbol process (step S26).

  Next, the normal symbol process (step S27) executed by the game control microcomputer 560 will be described. FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing an example of the normal symbol process. In the normal symbol process, the game control microcomputer 560 detects that the game ball has passed through the gate 28 or 29 and the gate switch A61 or gate switch B66 is turned on (step S151). A passing process (step S152) is executed. Then, the game control microcomputer 560 executes one of the processes shown in steps S153 to S157 according to the value of the normal symbol process flag.

  Gate switch passage processing (step S152): The game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the count value (gate passage storage number) of the gate passage storage counter has reached the maximum value ("4" in this example). If the maximum value has not been reached, the count value of the gate passage storage counter is incremented by one. Note that the LED of the normal symbol hold storage display 19 is turned on according to the value of the gate passage storage counter. Then, the game control microcomputer 560 performs processing for extracting the value of the random number for normal symbol determination (random 5) and storing it in the storage area (normal symbol determination buffer) corresponding to the value of the number of passages through the gate. .

  Normal symbol change waiting process (step S153): The game control microcomputer 560 can start normal symbol change (for example, when the value of the normal symbol process flag is a value indicating step S153) Specifically, when the normal symbol display 13 does not display the fluctuation of the normal symbol, and the normal symbol display 13 is not in the open / close operation of the variable winning device 17 based on the fact that the symbol is derived and displayed) Confirms the value of the gate passing memory number. Specifically, the count value of the gate passage storage counter is confirmed. If the gate passing memory number is not 0, the normal symbol per random number stored in the storage area corresponding to the gate passing memory number = 1 is read and stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55, and the gate passing memory number Is decreased by 1 (the count value of the gate passage storage counter is decreased by 1), and the contents of each storage area are shifted. That is, the random number for hit determination stored in the storage area corresponding to the number of gate passing memories = n (n = 2, 3, 4) is stored in the storage area corresponding to the number of gate passing memories = n−1. . Therefore, the order in which the random numbers for determination per ordinary symbol stored in the respective storage areas corresponding to the respective gate passing memory numbers are extracted is always the order of the gate passing memory number = 1, 2, 3, 4 It is supposed to match. Then, the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value indicating the normal symbol determination process.

  Normal symbol determination processing (step S154): The game control microcomputer 560 reads the random symbol for normal symbol determination from the random number storage buffer, and determines whether to win or not. Specifically, it is determined whether or not the value of the random number for normal symbol determination matches the hit determination value, and if there is a matching hit determination value, it is determined as a hit. The hit determination value is, for example, a state that hits with a high probability as any of 3 to 12 in the probability variation state and the short time state, and hits with a relatively low probability as 3, 5 or 7 in the normal gaming state. State. Then, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the normal symbol change time data in the normal symbol process timer, and starts the normal symbol change time timer. For example, a value corresponding to 5.1 seconds is set in the normal symbol variation time timer in the probability variation state and the short time state. In the normal gaming state, a value corresponding to 29.2 seconds is set in the normal symbol variation time timer. Then, the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value indicating the normal symbol variation process.

  Normal symbol variation processing (step S155): The game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the regular symbol variation time timer has timed out, and if it has timed out, updates the normal symbol process flag to a value indicating normal symbol stop processing. To do.

  Normal symbol stop process (step S156): The game control microcomputer 560 stops the variation of the normal symbol. When it is decided to win, the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value indicating the start winning opening / closing process. When it is determined to be off, the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value indicating the normal symbol variation waiting process.

  Start winning opening / closing process (step S157): If the gaming state is the normal gaming state, the gaming control microcomputer 560 performs control so that, for example, the variable winning ball device 17 is opened only once for 0.2 seconds. If the gaming state is a probable change state or a short time state, for example, the control is performed so that the variable winning ball apparatus 17 is released for 2 seconds and then opened again for 2 seconds after a closing period of 3 seconds. Then, the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value indicating the normal symbol variation waiting process.

  Next, the effect aspect performed in the 1st variable display part 8 and the 2nd variable display part 9 is demonstrated.

  In this embodiment, it is possible to display decorative symbols in parallel on the two variable display units, the first variable display unit 8 and the second variable display unit 9. That is, when the variable display of the first decorative symbols 8a to 8c is executed on the first variable display portion 8, the variable display of the second decorative symbols 9a to 9c is executed in parallel on the second variable display portion 9. Sometimes. 20 to 26, the display state transitions in numerical order as (1) (2) (3). 20 to 26, an arrow as a decorative design indicates that the decorative design is changing. 20 to 26 also illustrate the states of the first special symbol reservation storage display 10 and the second special symbol reservation storage display 11. The display effects as illustrated in FIGS. 20 to 26 are executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 based on the effect control commands sent from the game control microcomputer 560.

[A] Probability state end notice effect (continuous notice) and effect mode of the notice change state end notification effect (FIGS. 20 and 21).

  In FIG. 20, it is assumed that the gaming state is controlled to the probability changing state at the time point (1). As shown in (1), the variable display (variation) of the first decorative symbols 8a, 8b, 8c on the first variable display unit 8 is the variable display of the second decorative symbols 9a, 9b, 9c on the second variable display unit 9. The stop symbol (out-of-order symbol) is derived and displayed earlier. As described above, when the first decorative symbols 8a, 8b, and 8c stop symbols are derived and displayed on the first variable display unit 8, the variable display of the first decorative symbols 8a, 8b, and 8c can be started. In the first special symbol normal process (step S300) in the first special symbol process (step S25), the end of the probability variation state is determined (step S53C). At this time, as shown in (1), as a result of the determination of the end of the probability variation state, it is assumed that the decision to end the probability variation state ("puncture win") has been made. When it is determined to end the probability variation state, the probability variation flag is reset and the control in the probability variation state is terminated as described above (step S53E), and the time reduction flag is set and the control in the time reduction state is performed. Start (step S53F). Further, the number of time reductions is set in the fluctuation number counter (step S53G). Also, a puncture winning flag is set (step S53J).

  Further, before the start of variable display of the first decorative symbols 8a, 8b, 8c, the big hit determination is performed (step S54B). At this time, since the gaming state has already shifted from the probabilistic state to the short-time state, the jackpot determination is performed with a low probability. In this embodiment, it is assumed that the result of the jackpot determination is a loss.

  Then, in the first game state transition control process (step S301), at the start of variable display of the first decorative symbols 8a, 8b, and 8c, the first variable display (variation) after transition to the time-short state by the variation counter. Are counted (step S57), and in the first special symbol stop symbol setting process (step S302), the off symbol is determined (step S115). In the first variation pattern setting process (step S303), the variation patterns of the first decorative symbols 8a to 8c executed by the first variable display unit 8 are determined (step S62).

  Here, in the advance notice selection / variation time determination process (step S62), the first big hit flag is not set, the value of the first continuous notice number counter is 0, the probability change flag is not set, and Since the puncture winning flag is set (steps S201, S207, S210, S216), it is determined whether or not the second variable display unit 9 is to execute the probability change state end notice effect in the probability change state end notice effect determination process. (Step S218). At this time, the number of reserved memories in the second variable display unit 9 is “4”, and there is also a time during which the continuous notice can be executed. A decision to do so is made. As a result, the variation pattern of long-term variation (“03H” in FIG. 8) when the end of the probability variation state is determined is determined as the variation pattern executed by the first variable display unit 8 (step S219, S220). Then, “3” is set in the second continuous notice number counter (step S214). Thereafter, the variation pattern command determined as described above is transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S64). When receiving the variation pattern command, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes the variation of the first decorative symbols 8a to 8c for a long time (55 seconds) in the first variable display unit 8 based on the received variation pattern command.

  As shown in (2), when the stop symbols of the second decorative symbols 9a, 9b, 9c are derived and displayed on the second variable display unit 9, the variable display of the second decorative symbols 9a, 9b, 9c can be started. If so, the big hit determination is performed in the second special symbol normal process in the second special symbol process (step S26). In the big hit determination, it is assumed that it is determined to be out of place. In the second gaming state transition control process, at the start of variable display of the second decorative symbols 9a, 9b, 9c, the second variable display (variation) after the transition to the time-short state is counted by the variation counter, and the second In the special symbol stop symbol setting process, the off symbol is determined. In the second variation pattern setting process, variation patterns of the second decorative symbols 9a, 9b, and 9c executed by the second variable display unit 9 are determined.

  Here, in the notice selection / variation time determination process, since the value of the second continuous notice number counter is 3 and not 0 (see step S207), the fluctuation pattern of the first continuous notice as the probable state end notice effect (FIG. 8). "15H") is determined (see step S208). Then, the value of the second continuous notice count counter is decremented by 1 (see step S209). Hereinafter, similarly, at the start of the next change in the second variable display section 9, since the value of the second continuous notice count counter is 2 in the notice selection / variation time determination process, the continuous notice as the probable change state end notice effect is given. When the second variation pattern (“16H” in FIG. 8) is determined and the next variation starts, the value of the second consecutive notice number counter is 1 in the notice selection / variation time determination process, so the probability change state ends. A variation pattern (“17H” in FIG. 8) of the third continuous notice as the notice effect is determined. Note that the variation pattern of the first to third continuous notices as the probable state end notice effect is not limited to “15H” to “17H” shown in FIG. 8, and execution of the continuous notice in the second variable display unit 9 is performed. Depending on the possible time, “18H” to “1AH” shown in FIG. 8 may be determined. Thereafter, each variation pattern command determined in this way is transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100. The production control microcomputer 100 executes the first to third continuous notices in the variation of the second decorative symbols 9a to 9c in the second variable display unit 9 based on the received variation pattern commands.

  Display examples of continuous notice are shown in FIGS. In the example shown in FIGS. 20 and 21, “That?” Is displayed as the first notice effect on the second variable display section 9 (see (4) in FIG. 20), and 2 on the second variable display section 9. “Maybe” is displayed as the second notice effect (see (7) in FIG. 20), and “Punk may!” Is displayed as the third notice effect in the second variable display section 9 ((10 in FIG. 21). )reference).

  As shown in (11), when the continuous notice in the second variable display unit 9 is ended, the long-time fluctuation that has been performed in the first variable display unit 8 is derived and displayed as a stop symbol and is ended (stopped). Then, as shown in (12), “Punk !!!” is the first as the probability variation state end notification effect for notifying the player that the probability variation state will be terminated immediately after the first variable display section 8 stops changing. It is displayed on the variable display unit 8. In this embodiment, the display of “punk !!!!” as the probability change state end notification effect is not displayed by the effect control microcomputer 100 based on the variation pattern command, but rather the effect control microcomputer 100. Is displayed after the change is stopped based on the probability change end designation command (8201 (H)) (see FIG. 31).

  As described above, when the gaming state is the probability variation state, the end of the probability variation state is determined, and when the determination is made that the probability variation state is terminated (puncture win), the probability variation state is After executing the probability change state end notice effect for notifying (notifying) the player that it may end, the probability change state end notification effect for notifying the player that the probability change state ends is executed. The end of the probability change state (becomes a puncture) is a significant disadvantage for the player, and the player is interested in whether or not the probability change state ends. Therefore, the player pays attention to whether or not the probability change state is ended by executing the probability change state end notice effect. As a result, the interest of the game can be enhanced.

  Further, as the probable change state end notice effect, the notice effect is executed continuously over a plurality of variable displays. Therefore, when the effect linked with the plurality of variable display units 8 and 9 is performed, the variable effect is changed a plurality of times. It is also possible to produce an effect using the display, and it is possible to enrich the variation of the game effect. In addition, although the probability change state end notice effect is the continuous notice effect, the present invention is not limited to this, and may be a single notice effect performed in one variable display.

  By the way, if the probability change state always ends when the probability change state end notice effect is executed, the player loses interest about whether or not the probability change state ends. Even if it is determined that the probability variation state does not end, the probability variation state end notice effect is executed at a certain rate, and then the probability variation state is informed to the player that the probability variation state does not end. The notification effect is executed.

  Specifically, in the determination (step S53C) of the end of the probability variation state in the first special symbol normal process (step S300), it is determined that the probability variation state is not terminated. Even in this case, when the probability variation flag is set in the notice selection / variation time determination processing (step S62) in the first variation pattern setting processing (step S303) (Y in step S210), the dummy probability variation state. In the end notice effect determination process (step S211), it is determined that the continuous notice effect as the dummy probability changing state end notice effect is performed on the second variable display unit 9 at a certain rate. The continuous notice effect as the dummy probability change state end notice effect is the same as the effect form of the continuous notice effect as the probability change state end notice effect shown in FIGS. The variation pattern executed in the first variable display unit 8 is a long-term variation pattern (“04H” in FIG. 8) when the end of the probability variation state is not determined (steps S212 and S213). When the production control microcomputer 100 receives the variation pattern command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560, the end of the probability variation state in the first variable display unit 8 is determined based on the received variation pattern command. Long-time fluctuation when not, and continuous notice effect as a dummy probability change state end notice effect in the second variable display unit 9 is executed. As shown in FIG. 20 and FIG. 21, “Are?”, “Maybe”, and “Punk may!” Are displayed as the continuous notice effect.

  In (12) of FIG. 21, “punk!” Is displayed in the first variable display as the probability change state end notification effect for notifying the player that the probability change state is ended immediately after the first variable display section 8 stops the change. Although it has been displayed in the section 8, it has been decided that the probability variation state will not end here, so the probability variation state non-end notification effect for notifying the player that the probability variation state will not end is “not a puncture. ! ”Is displayed on the first variable display portion 8. In this embodiment, the display of “It was not a puncture!” As the probability change state non-end notification effect is displayed by the effect control microcomputer 100 with a probability change end designation command (8201 (H)). It is displayed after the change is stopped based on the fact that it is not transmitted from 560 (see FIG. 31).

  As described above, even when a decision is made not to end the probability change state, the probability change state end notice effect is executed to notify the player that the probability change state may be ended. After that, since the probability variation state non-end notification effect for notifying the player that the probability variation state does not end is executed, it is possible to pay more attention to the effect regarding whether or not the probability variation state ends.

[B] Effect mode of jackpot continuous notice effect by mission effect (FIGS. 22 and 23).

  In FIG. 22, it is assumed that at the time (1), the gaming state is not controlled to the certain change state, and is controlled to the normal gaming state, for example. As shown in (1), the variable display (variation) of the first decorative symbols 8a, 8b, 8c on the first variable display unit 8 is the variable display of the second decorative symbols 9a, 9b, 9c on the second variable display unit 9. The stop symbol (out-of-order symbol) is derived and displayed earlier. As described above, when the first decorative symbols 8a, 8b, and 8c stop symbols are derived and displayed on the first variable display unit 8, the variable display of the first decorative symbols 8a, 8b, and 8c can be started. In the first special symbol normal process (step S300) in the first special symbol process (step S25), the big hit is determined (step S54B). At this time, it is assumed that, as a result of the determination of the big hit, the big hit (big hit win) has been achieved. Accordingly, the first big hit flag is set (step S54D).

  Then, in the first special symbol stop symbol setting process (step S302), the big hit symbol is determined (step S103). It is assumed that the probability variation symbol is determined as the jackpot symbol (Y in step S104). In this case, the probability variation flag is set (step S105), and the probability variation count is set in the variation counter (step S107). In addition, about the fluctuation | variation in the 2nd variable display part 9 performed after that, in a 2nd game state transfer control process, it shifts to a probability change state by the frequency | count counter of change at the time of the start of the fluctuation | variation of 2nd decoration symbol 9a, 9b, 9c. After that, the first fluctuation is counted (step S57). In the first variation pattern setting process (step S303), the variation patterns of the first decorative symbols 8a to 8c executed by the first variable display unit 8 are determined (step S62).

  Here, since the first jackpot flag is set in the notice selection / variation time determination process (step S62) (step S201), the mission notice effect ( It is determined whether or not to execute (continuous notice effect). At this time, the number of reserved storage in the second variable display unit 9 is “4”, and there is also a time during which the continuous notice can be executed. ) Is executed. As a result, the fluctuation pattern of long-term fluctuation with reach (“02H” in FIG. 8) is determined as the fluctuation pattern executed by the first variable display unit 8 (steps S203 and S205). Then, “3” is set in the second continuous notice number counter (step S206). Thereafter, the variation pattern command determined as described above is transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S64). When receiving the variation pattern command, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes the variation of the first decorative symbols 8a to 8c for a long time (55 seconds) in the first variable display unit 8 based on the received variation pattern command.

  As shown in (2), when the stop symbols of the second decorative symbols 9a, 9b, 9c are derived and displayed on the second variable display unit 9, the variable display of the second decorative symbols 9a, 9b, 9c can be started. If so, in the second special symbol normal process in the second special symbol process (step S26), the end of the probability variation state or the big hit is determined. It is assumed that in the determination of the end of the probability variation state, it is determined that the probability variation state is not terminated, and in the jackpot determination, it is determined that the probability variation state is lost. In the second special symbol stop symbol setting process, the off symbol is determined. In the second variation pattern setting process, variation patterns of the second decorative symbols 9a, 9b, and 9c executed by the second variable display unit 9 are determined.

  Here, in the notice selection / variation time determination process, since the value of the second continuous notice number counter is 3 and not 0 (see step S207), the first fluctuation pattern of the mission notice as the big hit notice effect (see FIG. 8). “1BH”) is determined (see step S208). Then, the value of the second continuous notice count counter is decremented by 1 (see step S209). Similarly, at the start of the next change in the second variable display section 9, since the value of the second continuous notice count counter is 2 in the notice selection / variation time determination process, 2 of the mission notice as the jackpot notice effect is shown. When the second fluctuation pattern (“1CH” in FIG. 8) is determined and the next fluctuation starts, the value of the second continuous notice number counter is 1 in the notice selection / variation time determination process. The third variation pattern (“1DH” in FIG. 8) of the mission notice is determined. Thereafter, each variation pattern command determined in this way is transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100. The production control microcomputer 100 executes the first to third mission notices in the variation of the second decorative symbols 9a to 9c in the second variable display unit 9 based on the received variation pattern commands.

  A display example of the mission notice is shown in FIG. 22 and FIG. In the example shown in FIG. 22 and FIG. 23, “Mission: Reach within 3 rotations!” Is displayed in the first fluctuation on the second variable display section 9 (see (3) in FIG. 22). Since the reach has been applied at the third rotation (see (8) and (9) in FIG. 23), “Mission successful!” Is displayed (see (10) in FIG. 23).

  As shown in (11), when the mission success is displayed on the second variable display unit 9, the long-term fluctuation accompanying the reach performed on the first variable display unit 8 is also a stop symbol (" 777 ") is derived and displayed. Thereafter, as shown in (12), a display for notifying the player that a big hit has been made is performed, and the big hit game is started.

  As described above, since the second variable display unit 9 performs the big hit announcement effect for notifying (notifying) the player that the first variable display unit 8 may become a big hit, a plurality of variable displays The entertainment of the game is enhanced by performing the production using the parts 8 and 9 effectively. Further, as the jackpot notice effect, since the notice effect is executed continuously over a plurality of variable displays, when the effects linked with the plurality of variable display units 8 and 9 are performed, the variable display is performed a plurality of times. It is possible to perform the used effects, and to increase the variety of game effects. In addition, although the big hit announcement effect was made into the continuous announcement effect, it is not necessarily restricted to this, The single announcement effect performed in one variable display may be sufficient.

[C] Probability state end notice effect (continuous notice) by mission effect and effect form of probability change state end notice effect (FIGS. 24 and 25)

  In FIG. 24, it is assumed that the gaming state is controlled to the probability changing state at the time (1). As shown in (1), the variable display (variation) of the first decorative symbols 8a, 8b, 8c on the first variable display unit 8 is the variable display of the second decorative symbols 9a, 9b, 9c on the second variable display unit 9. The stop symbol (out-of-order symbol) is derived and displayed earlier. When the first decorative symbols 8a, 8b, and 8c are stopped and displayed on the first variable display unit 8, the first special symbols are displayed in a state where variable display of the first decorative symbols 8a, 8b, and 8c can be started. In the first special symbol normal process (step S300) in the process process (step S25), the end of the probability variation state is determined (step S53C). At this time, as shown in (1), as a result of the determination of the end of the probability variation state, it is assumed that the decision to end the probability variation state ("puncture win") has been made. When it is determined that the probability variation state is to be ended, the probability variation flag is reset to end the control in the probability variation state (step S53E), and the time reduction flag is set to start the control in the time reduction state (step S53F). ). Further, the number of time reductions is set in the fluctuation number counter (step S53G). Also, a puncture winning flag is set (step S53J).

  Further, before the start of variable display of the first decorative symbols 8a, 8b, 8c, the big hit determination is performed (step S54B). At this time, since the gaming state has already shifted from the probabilistic state to the short-time state, the jackpot determination is performed with a low probability. In this embodiment, it is assumed that the result of the jackpot determination is a loss.

  Then, in the first game state transition control process (step S301), at the start of variable display of the first decorative symbols 8a, 8b, and 8c, the first variable display (variation) after transition to the time-short state by the variation counter. Are counted (step S57), and in the first special symbol stop symbol setting process (step S302), the off symbol is determined (step S115). In the first variation pattern setting process (step S303), the variation patterns of the first decorative symbols 8a to 8c executed by the first variable display unit 8 are determined (step S62).

  Here, in the advance notice selection / variation time determination process (step S62), the first big hit flag is not set, the value of the first continuous notice number counter is 0, the probability change flag is not set, and Since the puncture winning flag is set (steps S201, S207, S210, S216), it is determined whether or not the second variable display unit 9 is to execute the probability change state end notice effect in the probability change state end notice effect determination process. (Step S218). At this time, the number of reserved memories in the second variable display unit 9 is “4”, and there is also a time during which the continuous notice can be executed. A decision to do so is made. As a result, the variation pattern of long-term variation (“03H” in FIG. 8) when the end of the probability variation state is determined is determined as the variation pattern executed by the first variable display unit 8 (step S219, S220). Then, “3” is set in the second continuous notice number counter (step S214). Thereafter, the variation pattern command determined as described above is transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S64). When receiving the variation pattern command, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes the variation of the first decorative symbols 8a to 8c for a long time (55 seconds) in the first variable display unit 8 based on the received variation pattern command.

  As shown in (2), when the stop symbols of the second decorative symbols 9a, 9b, 9c are derived and displayed on the second variable display unit 9, the variable display of the second decorative symbols 9a, 9b, 9c can be started. If so, the big hit determination is performed in the second special symbol normal process in the second special symbol process (step S26). In the big hit determination, it is assumed that it is determined to be out of place. In the second gaming state transition control process, at the start of variable display of the second decorative symbols 9a, 9b, 9c, the second variable display (variation) after the transition to the time-short state is counted by the variation counter, and the second In the special symbol stop symbol setting process, the off symbol is determined. In the second variation pattern setting process, variation patterns of the second decorative symbols 9a, 9b, and 9c executed by the second variable display unit 9 are determined.

  Here, in the notice selection / variation time determination process, since the value of the second continuous notice number counter is 3 and not 0 (see step S207), the first fluctuation pattern of the mission notice as the probable state end notice effect (see FIG. 8 "1BH") is determined (see step S208). Then, the value of the second continuous notice count counter is decremented by 1 (see step S209). Similarly, at the start of the next change in the second variable display section 9, since the value of the second continuous notice count counter is 2 in the notice selection / variation time determination process, the mission notice as the probable state end notice effect is given. The second variation pattern (“1CH” in FIG. 8) is determined, and at the start of the next variation, the value of the second continuous notice number counter is 1 in the notice selection / variation time determination process, so A third variation pattern (“1EH” in FIG. 8) of the mission notice as the end notice effect is determined. Thereafter, each variation pattern command determined in this way is transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100. The production control microcomputer 100 executes the first to third mission notices in the variation of the second decorative symbols 9a to 9c in the second variable display unit 9 based on the received variation pattern commands.

  A display example of the mission notice is shown in FIGS. In the example shown in FIG. 24 and FIG. 25, “Mission: Reach within 3 rotations!” Is displayed in the first variation on the second variable display unit 9 (see (3) in FIG. 24). Since the reach was not applied within 3 rotations (see (4) to (8) in FIG. 24), “mission failed!” Is displayed (see (9) in FIG. 25).

  As shown in (10), when a mission failure is displayed on the second variable display unit 9, the long-term fluctuation accompanying the reach performed on the first variable display unit 8 is also removed, and the stop symbol (" 767 ") is derived and displayed. After that, as shown in (11), the first variable display section displays “sorry puncture !!” as a probable state end notification effect that notifies the player that the probable state has ended, as well as being a big hit. 8 is displayed. In this embodiment, the display of “sorry puncture !!” as the probability change state end notification effect is effect control based on the probability change end designation command (8201 (H)) transmitted from the effect control microcomputer 100. Is displayed after the fluctuation is stopped by the microcomputer 100 (see FIG. 31).

  As described above, since the mission effect used as the jackpot notice effect is also used as the probable state end notice effect, when the mission effect is executed, whether or not the player wins or the probable state ends. Interest can be raised, and as a result, the interest of the game can be enhanced.

[D] Interruption of fluctuation in the other variable display part during the big hit game in one variable display part (FIG. 26)

  In FIG. 26, as shown in (1), in the 1st variable display part 8, the left and right 1st decoration designs 8a and 8c stop at the same design "7", and the inside 1st decoration design 8b changes. It is in a reach state. In the second variable display section 9, the left, middle and right second decorative symbols 9a to 9c are all changed. Thereafter, as shown in (2), stop symbols of the first decorative symbols 8a, 8b, and 8c are derived and displayed. In this embodiment, the stop symbol is ("777"), which is a big hit. At this time, in the second variable display portion 9, the second decorative symbols 9b and 9c are still changing.

  When the stop symbol is a big hit in the first variable display portion 8, a first big hit game flag is set in the first special symbol stop process (step S305) (step S85A). At this time, when the second decorative symbols 9a, 9b, and 9c are changed in the second variable display section 9, the first big hit game is performed, and the first variable display section 8 displays the display effect during the big hit game. Is being performed, the fluctuation in the second variable display section 9 is interrupted (see (3) to (5)). Specifically, in the second special symbol variation processing (see FIG. 16), when the first big hit gaming flag is set (see step S71), the interruption flag is set (see steps S78 and S79). The interruption command is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100 (see step S80). The production control microcomputer 100 interrupts the variation of the second decorative symbols 9a, 9b, and 9c on the second variable display section 9 based on the interrupt command.

  When the first big hit game ends, the first variable display unit 8 starts to change (variable display) the first decorative symbols 8a, 8b, and 8c (see (6)). When the first big hit game is finished, the variation of the second decorative symbols 9a, 9b, 9c in the interrupted second variable display portion is resumed (see (6)). Specifically, when the first big hit game ends, in the first big hit end process (step S308), the first big hit game flag is reset (step S96). In the second special symbol changing process (see FIG. 16), when the first big hit game flag is reset (see step S71), the interruption flag is reset (see steps S72 and S73), and a resume command is produced. It is transmitted to the control microcomputer 100 (see step S74). The effect control microcomputer 100 restarts the variation of the second decorative symbols 9a, 9b, and 9c on the second variable display unit 9 based on the restart command.

  In this way, when the big winning symbol is derived and displayed on the first variable display unit 8, the variation of the second decorative symbol on the second variable display unit 9 is interrupted, so that the plurality of variable display units 8 and 9 can simultaneously A big hit can be prevented. As a result, it is possible to prevent the gambling feeling of the player from being unfairly increased.

  In this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 temporarily displays the symbols when the variation is interrupted by the second variable display unit 9 (see (3) in FIG. 26). Ornamental symbols that were visible (for example, displayed in the center of the variable display portion) at the time of stop display may be stopped and displayed as they are (if the stop symbol is a big hit symbol, You can shift any of the symbols), generate random numbers and determine the interrupted symbols according to the random numbers, or select the interrupted symbols in a predetermined order. The method of selecting a symbol is arbitrary. Even when the variation is interrupted by the second variable display unit 9, the symbol variation display may be continued as it is without stopping the symbol display. Even in this case, the measurement of the variation time is interrupted in the second special symbol variation process (see step S303) (see steps S71 and S78). At this time, the fact that the measurement of the variation time is interrupted may be displayed on the second variable display unit 9.

  Further, as shown in the character images in FIGS. 26 (4) and (5), when the first big hit game is executed and the display effect during the big hit game is being performed on the first variable display portion 8, variable display is possible. On the second variable display unit 9 that is interrupted, predetermined guidance information or the like may be displayed. The guidance information is, for example, information for teaching a player the type of reach, game information, the type of character, the effect of the appearance of the character, and the like. Moreover, you may make it display the information regarding a 1st big hit game in the 2nd variable display part 9 which has interrupted the variable display. For example, you may make it display the number of rounds regarding a 1st big hit game, and the number of winning balls to a 1st big winning opening.

  Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing main processing executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 mounted on the effect control board 80. The production control microcomputer 100 starts executing the main process when the power is turned on. In the main process, first, an initialization process is performed for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, initializing a timer for determining the start interval of effect control, and the like (step S701). Thereafter, the effect control microcomputer 100 proceeds to a loop process for confirming the monitoring of the timer interrupt flag (step S702). When the timer interruption occurs, the production control microcomputer 100 sets a timer interruption flag in the timer interruption process. If the timer interrupt flag is set in the main process, the effect control microcomputer 100 clears the flag (step S703), and executes the following effect control process.

  In the effect control process, the effect control microcomputer 100 first analyzes the received effect control command (command analysis process: step S704). Next, the production control microcomputer 100 performs a first production control process (step S705). In the first effect control process, the process corresponding to the current control state (first effect control process flag) is selected from the processes corresponding to the control state, and the display control of the first variable display unit 8 is executed. . Also, a second effect control process is performed (step S706). In the second effect control process, a process corresponding to the current control state (second effect control process flag) is selected from the processes corresponding to the control state, and the display control of the second variable display unit 9 is executed. . Further, a random number update process for updating a counter value of a counter for generating a random number such as a random number for notice determination is executed (step S707). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S702.

  FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing the first effect control process (step S705) in the main process shown in FIG. In the first effect control process, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs one of steps S800 to S805 according to the value of the first effect control process flag. In each process, the following process is executed.

  First variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800): It is confirmed whether or not a variation pattern designation effect control command (variation pattern command) has been received by the command reception interrupt process. Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not a flag (first variation pattern reception flag) indicating that the variation pattern command has been received is set. The first variation pattern reception flag is an effect control command (8000 (H) to 800 F (H) for designating the variation pattern of the first decorative pattern in the first variable display unit 8 in the command analysis processing executed by the effect control microcomputer 100. Is set when it is confirmed that any of the above has been received.

  First decorative symbol variation start processing (step S801): Control is performed so that the variation of the first decorative symbol is started. In addition, a value corresponding to the variation time is set in the variation time timer, the process table to be used is selected, and the process timer setting value set at the beginning of the process table is set in the process timer.

  First decorative symbol variation processing (step S802): Controls the switching timing of each variation state (variation speed) constituting the variation pattern and monitors the end of the variation time.

  First decorative symbol variation stopping process (step S803): In response to receiving the stop control design command (A000 (H)) of the decorative symbol (special symbol) transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560, 1 Control is performed to stop the variation of the decorative symbol and derive and display the stopped symbol (deterministic symbol).

  First big hit display process (step S804): After the end of the fluctuation time, the big hit display is controlled.

  First big hit game processing (step S805): Display control during big hit game is performed. For example, when receiving an effect control command for displaying the first grand prize opening before opening indicating that the first grand prize opening is opened or displaying when the first grand prize opening is open indicating that the first grand prize opening is open. Control display of the number of rounds.

  FIG. 29 is an explanatory diagram of a configuration example of the process table. The process table includes data in which a plurality of combinations of process timer set values, display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data are collected. In the display control execution data, each variation mode constituting the variation pattern is described. The process timer set value is set with a change time in the change mode. The effect control microcomputer 100 refers to the process table, and performs control for variably displaying the decorative symbols in the variation mode set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value.

  In addition, when the time set in the process timer set value elapses, the effect control microcomputer 100 changes the lighting state of various lamps based on the lamp control execution data, and the time set in the process timer set value. When the time has elapsed, the sound number data is output to the sound output board 70.

  The process data shown in FIG. 29 is stored in the ROM of the effect control board 80. A process table is prepared for each variation pattern.

  FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing the first decorative symbol variation process (step S802) in the first effect control process. In the first decorative symbol variation processing, the production control microcomputer 100 first checks whether or not the variation interruption flag is set (step S821), and if the variation interruption flag is not set, receives the interruption command. Whether or not (step S822). If the interruption command has been received, the fluctuation interruption flag is set (step S823), and the shifted symbol is stopped and displayed on the first variable display section 8 (step S824). At this time, guidance information as shown in FIG. 26 is also displayed.

  If it is confirmed in step S821 that the variable interruption flag is set, the effect control microcomputer 100 confirms whether or not a restart command has been received (step S835). If the resume command has been received, the fluctuation interruption flag is reset (step S836), and the decoration pattern fluctuation is resumed in the first variable display section 8 (step S837). If the restart command has not been received, the first decorative symbol variation process is terminated.

  When it is confirmed in step S822 that the interruption command has not been received, or when the variation of the decorative pattern is resumed in the first variable display unit 8 in step S837, the effect control microcomputer 100 sets the process timer to 1 While subtracting (step S827), the variable time timer is decremented by 1 (step S828). When the process timer expires, process data is switched (steps S829 and S830). In other words, the process timer setting value set next in the process table is set in the process timer, and the production component (based on the display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data set next) The control state for the variable display unit, lamp, and speaker is changed.

  Also, if the variation time timer has timed out (step S831), the monitoring timer is started (step S832), and the value of the first effect control process flag is a value corresponding to the first decorative symbol variation stop process (step S803). (Step S833).

  As described above, when the big hit symbol is derived and displayed on the second variable display unit 9 and the big hit gaming state is obtained, the effect control microcomputer 100 sets the variable interruption flag based on the reception of the interruption command. At the same time, the display of stoppage of the off symbol during the interruption of fluctuation is performed (step S824). Then, control is performed so that the processes in steps S827 to S833 are not executed until a restart command is received. That is, control is performed so as not to change the first decorative design.

  Note that the instruction control microcomputer 100 may be instructed to stop the variation of the first decorative symbol without transmitting an interruption command and a resume command from the main board 31. For example, in the process of step S822, instead of the process of monitoring the reception of the interruption command, the reception of the second big hit start command (B001 (H)) is monitored, and instead of the monitoring of the reception of the restart command in step S835, The reception of the second jackpot end command (B301 (H)) may be monitored. According to such a configuration, the number of commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100 can be reduced, and the processing load on the game control microcomputer 560 can be reduced. .

  FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing the first decorative symbol variation stopping process (step S803) in the first effect control process. In the first decorative symbol variation stopping process, the effect control microcomputer 100 receives an effect control command (decorative symbol (special symbol) stop designation command: A000 (H)) for instructing stop of the decorative symbol (special symbol). It is confirmed whether or not there is (step S841).

  If a decorative symbol (special symbol) stop designation command has been received, control is performed so that the symbol is stopped at the stored stop symbol and a fixed symbol is derived and displayed (step S845). It should be noted that an effect control command (special symbol designation command: 91XX (H)) for designating a special symbol stop symbol has been transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 before the start of the fluctuation. In the command analysis process (step S704), the stop symbol of the special symbol designated by the special symbol designation command is stored in a predetermined storage area in the RAM. Further, the production control microcomputer 100 uses the decorative symbol determination random number corresponding to the special symbol stop symbol designated by the special symbol designation command in the command analysis process (step S704) based on the decorative symbol determination random number. The stop pattern of the determined decorative design is stored in a predetermined storage area in the RAM.

  The effect control microcomputer 100 displays the value of the first effect control process flag in the first jackpot display process (step S845) when the jackpot symbol is displayed as the stop symbol of the first decoration symbol in step S845 (Y in step S846). The value is updated to a value corresponding to (S804) (step S854).

  In the case where the jackpot symbol is not displayed as the stop symbol of the first decorative symbol (first special symbol) in step S845 (when the off symbol is displayed) (N in step S846), the presentation control CPU 101 does not stop. It is confirmed whether or not the variation pattern of the first decorative design is the long-term variation variation pattern (8003 (H)) when the end of the probability variation state is determined (step S847). Note that the variation pattern command is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM in the command analysis process (step S704). When the variation pattern is the variation pattern of long-term variation (8003 (H)) when the end of the probability variation state is determined, “puncture !!” as the probability variation state end notification effect for notifying the end of the probability variation state. Control for displaying (see (12) in FIG. 21 and (11) in FIG. 25) on the first variable display portion 8 is executed (step S848).

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the variation pattern of the first decorative pattern before stopping is the variation pattern of long-term variation (8004 (H)) when the end of the probability variation state is not determined. Is confirmed (step S849).

  When the variation pattern is a variation pattern of long-term variation (8004 (H)) when the end of the probability variation state is not determined, as described above, the length of the first decorative symbol is displayed on the first variable display unit 8. Time variation is performed, and the second variable display section 9 performs one to three continuous notice effects as a dummy probability change state end notice effect. However, at the start of each variation in which the first to third continuous notice effects are performed in the second variable display unit 9, it is determined in the second special symbol normal process whether the probability variation state has ended (see step S53C). Then, as a result of the determination, a decision to end the probability variation state is made, and a probability variation end designation command (8201 (H)) for designating that the probability variation state has ended is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100. Yes (see step S53I). In this case, although the probability variation state has already been determined to end, the first variable display section is “It was not a puncture !!” as a probability variation state non-end notification effect for notifying that the probability variation state is not terminated. 8 will be displayed and will not match the actual gaming state. Therefore, the production control microcomputer 100 confirms whether or not the probability variation end designation command (8201 (H)) has been received (step S850), and has not received the probability variation termination designation command (8201 (H)). In this case, the control for displaying “It was not puncture !!” on the first variable display portion 8 as the probability variation state non-end notification effect is executed (step S851), and the probability variation end designation command (8201 (H)). Is received, the probability variation state non-end notification effect is switched to the probability variation state end notification effect, and control for displaying “punk!” On the first variable display unit 8 is executed (step S852).

  Then, the effect control microcomputer 100 updates the value of the first effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the first variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S853).

  If a decorative symbol (special symbol) stop designation command has not been received in step S841, it is confirmed whether or not the monitoring timer has timed out (step S842). If time-out occurs, it is determined that some abnormality has occurred, and control is performed to display an error screen on the first variable display unit 8 (or the first variable display unit 8 and the second variable display unit 9) (step S843). ). Then, the production control microcomputer 100 confirms whether or not the stop symbol of the first decorative symbol (first special symbol) is a big hit symbol (step S844). The value of the process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S853). When the big hit symbol is displayed, the value of the first effect control process flag is displayed as the first big hit The value is updated to a value corresponding to the process (step S804) (step S854).

  As described above, in this embodiment, in the gaming machine having the plurality of variable display portions 8 and 9, the first start is performed in a state where the gaming state is controlled to the probability variation state (high probability state). Based on whether the mouth switch 62 is turned on or the second start port switch 67 is turned on, the probability variation state is terminated in the first special symbol normal process (step S300) or the second special symbol normal process (not shown), respectively. (See steps S53B to S53D). Then, when it is determined to end the probability change state based on the first start port switch 62 being turned on (or the second start port switch 67 being turned on), the first variable display section 8 (or the second variable display) During the variation of the first decorative symbol (or second decorative symbol) in the part 9), the second variable display unit 9 (or the first variable display unit 8) executes a certain change state end notice effect which is a specific effect ( Steps S218, S220, and S208), and then a probability change state end notification effect for notifying that the first variable display portion 8 (or the second variable display portion 9) has decided to end the probability change state is executed. (See steps S847 and S848). With such a configuration, an effect for notifying that the probability variation state is ended can be executed in an interlocking manner in the plurality of variable display units 8 and 9, and variations of the game effect can be enriched. Because it is possible, it can enhance the interest of the game.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the big hit symbol as the specific display result is derived and displayed on the first variable display portion 8 (or the second variable display portion 9), the second decorative symbol on the second variable display portion 9 is displayed. (Or the first decorative symbol on the first variable display portion 8) is interrupted (see steps S71, S78 to S80), and the big hit game based on the fact that the big hit symbol is derived and displayed on the first variable display portion 8 It is possible to prevent the big hit gaming state based on the state and the big hit symbol derived and displayed on the second variable display unit 9 from occurring simultaneously. Further, the decorative symbols are changed on the second variable display portion 9 (or the first variable display portion 8) until the big hit symbol is derived and displayed on the first variable display portion 8 (or the second variable display portion 9). Therefore, it can be made difficult for the player to grasp that the big hit symbol is derived and displayed on the first variable display unit 8 (or the second variable display unit 9).

  Further, in this embodiment, it is determined whether or not the probability variation state is to be ended before determining whether or not the stop symbol of the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol is a jackpot symbol (steps S54A to S54C). (Steps S53B to S53D), the determination of the end of the probability change state can be immediately reflected in the prior determination of the display results of the variable display units 8 and 9 according to the gaming state. As a result, it is possible to reduce fraud and garbled data that may occur while holding the decision result of the probability variation state end for a long period of time. In addition, since it is configured to control the start and end of the probability variation state by setting / resetting the probability variation flag, which is data indicating the probability variation state, it is possible to reliably execute control relating to the transition of the gaming state. it can.

  Further, in this embodiment, when the variation (variable display) of the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol is started, the variation counter counts the variation count (see step S57) and shifts to the probability variation state. Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the number of fluctuations counted by the fluctuation number counter has reached a predetermined certain number of times of change (for example, 100 times) (see steps S58A and S58B). And when it determines with the frequency | count of a fluctuation | variation having become the frequency | count of probability change, it is comprised so that completion | finish control which complete | finishes a probability change state may be performed (refer step S58C). With such a configuration, the number of fluctuations is consistently counted at the start of fluctuation when controlled to the probability variation state, so the upper limit of the number of fluctuations from the transition to the probability variation state to the end is constant. A fair gaming machine can be provided to the player. Further, since the end of the high-probability gaming state is controlled by resetting the probability changing flag, which is data indicating the probability changing state, it is possible to reliably execute the control relating to the transition of the gaming state.

  In this embodiment, when the variation (variable display) of the first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol is started, the variation counter counts the variation count (see step S57), and shifts to the time-saving state. Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the number of fluctuations counted by the fluctuation number counter has reached a predetermined short time (for example, 50 times) (see steps S59A and S59B). And when it determines with the frequency | count of a fluctuation | variation becoming the number of time reductions, it is comprised so that the completion | finish control which complete | finishes a time reduction state may be performed (refer step S59C). With such a configuration, the number of fluctuations is consistently counted at the start of fluctuations when controlled in the short-time state, so the upper limit of the number of fluctuations from the transition to the short-time state to the end is constant. A fair gaming machine can be provided to the player. In addition, since it is configured to control the start and end of the time reduction state by setting / resetting the time reduction flag, which is data indicating the time reduction state (see steps S53F, S58D, S110, S59C), the gaming state It is possible to reliably execute the control related to the transition.

  In this embodiment, the probability variation state end notice effect (also referred to as the probability variation state end effect) is executed separately over a plurality of decorative symbol variations, so that the variable display sections 8 and 9 are linked. When performing the effect, it is possible to perform an effect using a plurality of variations, and to increase the variety of game effects.

  Further, in this embodiment, even when it is determined not to end the certain change state based on the first start port switch 62 being turned on (or the second start port switch 67 being turned on), the first variable display section 8 (or the second variable display unit 9) during the change of the first decorative symbol (or the second decorative symbol), the same as the probability change state end notice effect in the second variable display unit 9 (or the first variable display unit 8). The dummy probability change state end notice effect is executed (see steps S211, S213, S208), and then the first variable display unit 8 (or the second variable display unit 9) is determined not to end the probability change state. It is configured to execute a probability variation state non-end notification effect for notifying that this has been done (see steps S849 and S851). With such a configuration, even when a specific effect is executed, the probability variation state may not be ended, so that the player can be more focused on the probability variation state end notification effect or the probability variation state non-end notification effect. As a result, the interest of the game can be enhanced.

  In this embodiment, the second start port switch 67 is turned on (or the first variable display portion 9) (or the first variable display portion 8) when the dummy probability changing state end notice effect is being executed. When it is determined to end the probability change state based on the start port switch 62 being turned on), the probability change state non-end notification effect executed in the first variable display portion 8 (or the second variable display portion 9) is determined. Is switched to the probable state end notification effect (see steps S850 and S852), the notification effect suitable for the gaming state can be executed, and the player is not distrusted. .

  Furthermore, in this embodiment, a plurality of types of variation pattern data (see FIG. 8) includes a specific effect variation pattern selected at a high rate when it is determined to be a big hit in the big hit determination (step S54B). Data (for example, variation patterns “0BH” to “0CH” and “1BH” to “1CH”) with a mission notice are included, and an effect in the same manner as the above-described specific effect is executed as the probability change state end notice effect ( For example, refer to FIG. 24 and FIG. 25), when the specific performance is executed, the player can be interested in whether to win a big hit or the probability variation state ends. The fun of gaming can be enhanced.

  In the above-described embodiment, the “specific display result” is the stop symbol when the first special symbol and the second special symbol on the first special symbol display 91 and the second special symbol display 92 are stopped. Of these, the first variable display unit 8 that is a big hit symbol (for example, an odd number of “0” to “9”) and is synchronized with the first special symbol display 91 and the second special symbol display 92. In addition, it means a state in which the first middle and right first decorative symbols and the second decorative symbols in the second variable display portion 9 are arranged in the same pattern. However, the design is not limited to such a design, and the jackpot design as the “specific display result” may be a different design (for example, an even design of “0” to “9”). In the above-described embodiment, the jackpot symbols in the first special symbol display 91 and the second special symbol display 92 are assumed to be the same symbol, but the first special symbol display 91 Different symbols may be used as the big hit symbol for the second special symbol display 92. For example, in the first special symbol display 91, “1”, “5”, and “9” among the odd symbols are used as the jackpot symbol as the specific display result, and in the second special symbol display 92, “3” “7” among the odd symbols. "May be a jackpot symbol.

  In the above-described embodiment, the “special display result” is a jackpot symbol with probability variation (for example, “7”: probability change) among the jackpot symbols in the first special symbol display 91 and the second special symbol display 92. 1st design symbol 91 and the 2nd special design display 92 and the 1st decoration design of the left middle right in the 1st variable display part 8 and the 2nd variable display part 9 and 2nd which were synchronized with the 2nd special design display 92 It means a state where the decorative symbols are aligned with the same odd number of symbols. However, the design is not limited to such a design. For example, all of the jackpot symbols may be assumed to be probability variation symbols (that is, all symbols of “1”, “2”, “5”, “7”, and “9”). . By doing in this way, the ratio which transfers to a probability change state becomes high, and the game machine advantageous to a player can be provided. Since the gaming machine according to the present embodiment determines the end of the probability variation state in the probability variation state and, as a result, is controlled to terminate the probability variation state, there is a possibility that it may be disadvantageous to the player. It is preferable to control the transition so as to be advantageous to the player.

  In the above-described embodiment, the time reduction state is configured to be controlled a predetermined number of times (for example, 50 times) only after the end of the probability variation state. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration. A big hit symbol (short time symbol) that becomes a short-time state among the symbols may be determined in advance, and may be configured to be controlled to a short time state after the big hit symbol that becomes the short state at that time becomes a big hit. Also, all of the jackpot symbols may be time-short symbols (that is, all symbols “1”, “2”, “5”, “7”, and “9” are time-short symbols). In addition, the probability variation symbol and the time-short symbol may be distinguished or overlapped. When the probability variation symbol and the short time symbol overlap, if such a symbol is a big hit, the probability variation state and the short time state are controlled as will be described later.

  In the above embodiment, the “probability change state end notice effect” is a continuous notice effect executed over a plurality of variable displays shown in FIG. 20 and FIG. 21, but is executed with one variable display. It may be a notice effect. Further, the continuous notice is not limited to three times, and may be twice or four times.

  In addition, the “probability change end notice effect” is executed only on either the first variable display unit 8 or the second variable display unit 9, but the first variable display unit 8 and the second variable display unit 9 It may be configured to execute in conjunction with each other. For example, “That?” Is displayed on the second variable display unit 9, “Maybe” is displayed on the first variable display unit 8, and “Punk may!” Is displayed on the second variable display unit 9. There may be. In this case, for example, in the notice selection / fluctuation time determination process (FIG. 15), whether or not the probability change end is determined in the hold storage is pre-read, the probability change end is determined, and the number of the hold storage is As long as the number can be continuously notified, the first variable display unit 8 and the second variable display unit 9 execute a continuous notification effect as a probability change state end notification effect in conjunction with a plurality of fluctuations. A variation pattern in the first variable display unit 8 and the second variable display unit 9 is selected.

  Further, the “probability change state end notice effect” is executed on a display unit (for example, the second variable display unit 9) different from the display unit (for example, the first variable display unit 8) that performs “probability change state end notification effect”. The “probability change state end notice effect” may be executed on the same display unit as the display unit that performs the “probability change state end notification effect”. In this case, for example, in the notice selection / fluctuation time determination process (FIG. 15), whether or not the probability change end is determined in the hold storage is pre-read, the probability change end is determined, and the number of the hold storage is As long as the number can be continuously notified, the first variable display unit 8 or the second variable display unit 9 executes a continuous notification effect as a probability change state end notification effect over a plurality of fluctuations. A variation pattern in the variable display unit 8 or the second variable display unit 9 is selected.

  In the above embodiment, the single variation counter is configured to count both the probability variation count and the time reduction count. However, the probability variation count counter that counts the probability variation count and the time reduction count that counts the time reduction count. A counter may be provided.

  In the above-described embodiment, the variation pattern having a short variation time is selected only in the time-short state. However, even in the probability variation state, a variation pattern having a short variation time may be selected. That is, when the condition for shifting to the probability variation state is satisfied, the probability variation state and the short time state (a state in which a big hit is determined with a high probability in the big hit determination and a variation pattern with a short variation time is selected with a high probability). It may be controlled. In this case, in the above embodiment, when the probability variation flag is set (turned on), the game state can be controlled to be the probability variation state and the time shortened state by setting (turning on) the hourly flag. It becomes. Further, in the above embodiment, when the probability variation state is ended and the gaming state is controlled only to the short time state, it can be realized by resetting (turning off) only the probability variation flag.

  In addition, the pachinko gaming machine of the above embodiment can be given a predetermined game value to a player mainly when the stop symbol of the special symbol variably displayed on the variable display unit based on the start winning becomes the predetermined symbol. A pachinko machine that can be given a predetermined gaming value to a player when there is a prize in a predetermined area of an electric game that is released based on a start prize, or a start prize The present invention can be applied even to a pachinko gaming machine in which a predetermined right is generated or continues when a winning is given to a predetermined electric combination that is released when a stop symbol of a variably displayed symbol becomes a predetermined symbol combination. . Furthermore, the present invention can be applied to a slot machine that inserts game medals and sets a bet number and plays a game, or a game machine that inserts game balls instead of game medals and sets a bet number and plays a game.

  The present invention can be applied to a game such as a pachinko gaming machine, and in particular, can be applied to a game of a gaming machine provided with two display portions.

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko machine from the front. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a game control board (main board). It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a relay board | substrate, an effect control board | substrate, a lamp driver board | substrate, and an audio | voice output board | substrate. It is a flowchart which shows a 2 ms timer interruption process. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st special symbol process process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 1st special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 1st game state transfer control process. It is a timing diagram for explaining the reset time of the probability variation flag and the set time of the time reduction flag. It is a timing diagram for demonstrating the reset time of a time reduction flag. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 1st special symbol stop symbol setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 1st fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a notice selection / change time determination process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process during the 1st special symbol change. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 1st special symbol stop process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 1st big hit end process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a normal symbol process process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a probable change state end notice effect (continuous notice) and a probable state end notification effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a probable change state end notice effect (continuous notice) and a probable state end notification effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the jackpot continuous notice by mission effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the jackpot continuous notice by mission effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the probable change state end notice effect (continuous notice) by a mission effect, and a probable state end notification effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the probable change state end notice effect (continuous notice) by a mission effect, and a probable state end notification effect. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating interruption of the fluctuation | variation in the other variable display part during the big hit game in one variable display part. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the main process which the microcomputer for production control performs. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 1st effect control process process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a process table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 1st decoration design change process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 1st decoration design change stop process.

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DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine 8 1st variable display part 9 2nd variable display part 14 1st start winning opening 16 2nd starting winning opening 17 Variable winning apparatus 31 Main board 80 Production control board 91 1st special symbol display 92 2nd special display Symbol display device 100 Production control microcomputer 560 Game control microcomputer

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A variable display of a plurality of types of identification information that can each be identified based on the establishment of the first start condition, and a first variable display section for deriving and displaying the display result, and identifying each based on the establishment of the second start condition A second variable display unit that performs variable display of a plurality of possible types of identification information and derives and displays the display result, and the specific display result is derived and displayed on any one of the variable display units. A gaming machine that controls to a specific gaming state advantageous to the player based on
The display result of the first variable display unit is determined before the derived display based on the establishment of the first start condition, and the display result of the second variable display unit is determined based on the establishment of the second start condition. A pre-determining means to determine before the derivation display;
When the pre-determining means determines that the specific display result is to be the special display result, the state shifts to a high-probability gaming state where the specific display result is determined at a higher rate than the normal gaming state. High probability gaming state transition control means to control;
A high probability of determining whether to end the high-probability gaming state based on the establishment of the first starting condition or the second starting condition in a state where the gaming state is controlled to the high-probability gaming state A gaming state end determination means;
High probability gaming state termination control means for executing termination control to terminate the high probability gaming state when the high probability gaming state termination determination means determines to terminate the high probability gaming state;
Variable display data indicating a variable display mode from the start of variable display of the identification information in each of the plurality of variable display sections to the display of the display result in accordance with the determination result by the prior determination unit is determined in advance. Variable display data selection means for selecting from a plurality of types of variable display data;
Display control means for performing display control of the plurality of variable display sections based on the variable display data selected by the variable display data selection means and for deriving and displaying the display result of the identification information,
When the high-probability gaming state end determination unit determines that the high-probability gaming state is to be ended based on the establishment of the first starting condition, the display control unit is configured to perform the first variable display unit in the first variable display unit. During the variable display of the identification information based on the establishment of the start condition, a high probability gaming state end effect is executed in the second variable display unit, and the high probability gaming state is displayed in the first variable display unit. A gaming machine characterized by executing a high-probability gaming state end notification effect for notifying that it is determined to end. The variable display data also indicates the variable display time from the start of variable display of the identification information in each of the plurality of variable display units to the display and display of the display result.
Variable display time measuring means for measuring the variable display time based on the variable display data selected by the variable display data selecting means;
Variable display time determination means for determining whether or not the variable display time measured by the variable display time measurement means has passed,
The variable display time measuring means derives and displays the specific display result on the first variable display unit among the plurality of variable display units, and the variable display of the identification information is executed on the second variable display unit. The measurement of the variable display time in the second variable display unit is interrupted at the first time point when the specific display result is derived and displayed on the first variable display unit, and the specific display result is displayed on the first variable display unit. Measurement interruption resumption means for resuming measurement of the variable display time at the second time point when the specific gaming state based on the derivation display is completed,
The display control means interrupts the variable display of the identification information on the second variable display section when the measurement suspension restart means interrupts the measurement of the variable display time on the second variable display section at the first time point. Identification information temporary stopping means to be
When the measurement of the variable display time in the second variable display unit is resumed by the measurement interruption resuming means at the second time point, the variable of the identification information suspended at the first time point in the second variable display unit. The gaming machine according to claim 1, further comprising identification information revariable display means for resuming display. The high probability gaming state transition control means sets data indicating a high probability gaming state when starting the high probability gaming state,
When the data indicating that the high probability gaming state is set, the predetermining means and the specific display result at a higher rate than when the data indicating the high probability gaming state is not set. Decided to do,
The high probability gaming state end determination means determines whether or not to end the high probability gaming state before the prior determination means determines whether or not the display result is a specific display result.
The high-probability gaming state end control means resets the data indicating the high-probability gaming state by resetting the data indicating the high-probability gaming state when the high-probability gaming state end determination means is determined to end the high-probability gaming state. The gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2, wherein an end control for ending the high probability gaming state is executed. Variable display number counting means for counting the number of variable displays when variable display of identification information according to the determination result by the pre-decision means is started;
High probability gaming state variable display count determination for determining whether or not the number of variable displays counted by the variable display count counting means after shifting to the high probability gaming state has reached a predetermined high probability gaming state end count Means and
The high-probability gaming state end control means becomes the high-probability gaming state end number when the high-probability gaming state variable display number determination part determines that the number of times of the variable display becomes the high-probability gaming state end number. The gaming machine according to claim 3, wherein the end control for ending the high-probability gaming state is executed by resetting data indicating the high-probability gaming state at the start of the variable display determined to be performed. The time-reduced gaming state is established when a condition for shifting to a time-reduced gaming state in which variable display data having a variable display time shorter than the variable display data selected in the normal gaming state by the variable display data selecting means is established. Time-reduced gaming state transition control means for performing transition control to the time-reduced gaming state by setting data indicating that;
Time-reduced gaming state variable display count determination for determining whether or not the variable display count counted by the variable display count counting means after the transition to the time-reduced gaming state has reached a predetermined time-reduced gaming state end count Means,
When the time-reduced gaming state variable display count determining means determines that the number of times of the variable display is the time-reduced gaming state end count, it is determined that the time-reduced gaming state end count has been reached. The gaming machine according to claim 4, further comprising time-reducing gaming state end control means for executing end control for ending the time-reducing gaming state by resetting data indicating the time-reducing gaming state. The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the display control means executes the high-probability gaming state end effect in such a manner as to cover multiple variable display of identification information. The display control means determines that the first start condition in the first variable display section is satisfied when the high probability game state end determination means determines not to end the high probability game state based on the establishment of the first start condition. During the variable display of the identification information based on, a dummy high-probability gaming state end effect in the same manner as the high-probability gaming state end effect is executed in the second variable display unit, and the high-probability gaming state in the first variable display unit The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein a high-probability gaming state non-ending notification effect for notifying that it is determined not to end is executed. The display control means terminates the high-probability gaming state by the high-probability gaming state end determination means based on the establishment of the second starting condition when the dummy high-probability gaming state termination effect is executed in the second variable display section. The gaming machine according to claim 7, further comprising notification effect switching means for switching the high-probability gaming state non-end notification effect, which is executed in the first variable display unit, to a high-probability gaming state end notification effect. The variable display data for a plurality of types of variable display data is selected at a high rate by the variable display data selection unit when the specific determination result is determined by the predetermining unit, and causes the display control unit to execute a specific effect. Contains
The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the display control means executes an effect in an effect mode similar to the specific effect as a high-probability gaming state end effect.

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