JP2006263437A - Game machine and simulation program - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine, efficiently giving information to a game player while reducing the presentation effect. <P>SOLUTION: This game machine includes: a game board having a game area where a game ball flows down; a hit device 90 for hitting a game ball toward the game area by the hitting operation of the game player; an operation panel 11 operated by the game player; and a sub CPU 301 of a sub-control circuit 300 for selecting one of a beginner mode and a professional mode and informing a hitting operation method when the selected mode is a first mode. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2007,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine and a simulation program thereof, and more particularly, to a pachinko gaming machine and a simulation program thereof that generate an opportunity to acquire a large number of gaming balls at a time by winning a jackpot.

  Conventionally, when a big hit occurs, a game is performed by turning the operation handle for hitting a ball in a clockwise direction so that the hit ball is strongly hit (called “right hit”). There was a gaming machine that would be advantageous to the user (for example, a pachinko gaming machine called a right object).

  However, for beginners of this type of pachinko machine, even if it is a big hit, it is not known whether it is advantageous to operate such a handle, so even if it is a big hit, a sufficient prize ball can be obtained The jackpot period might end without anyway.

Therefore, a game machine has been devised that can sufficiently give advice (notification) to a beginner on a hitting operation method (for example, a right-handed instruction) when a big hit has occurred ( For example, Patent Document 1).
JP 09-285631 A

  However, in the gaming machine of Patent Document 1, since the notification of the launch operation method is uniformly performed even for an expert who does not need the notification, there is a possibility that it may be troublesome for the expert. There was a possibility that the effect would be reduced.

  Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can perform notification to a player efficiently while suppressing reduction in effect.

  In order to solve the above problems, the gaming machine of the present invention according to claim 1 includes a game board (game board 2a) having a game area in which game balls flow down, and a game area (game area 2b) by a player's launch operation. And a launching device (launching device 90) for launching a game ball toward the player) and launching operation method notifying means for notifying the launching method of the game ball (the sub CPU 301, the image control circuit 305 and the liquid crystal display device 21 of the sub control circuit 300). And one of the first mode (beginner mode) and the second mode (professional mode) based on the operation means (operation panel 11) that can be operated by the player and the operation by the operation means. Mode selection means (sub-CPU 301 of the sub-control circuit 300) for selecting, and the launch operation method notifying means has a mode selected by the mode selection means as the first mode. And performing notification of the launch operation method when it is.

  In this way, the game ball launching operation method is notified when the mode selection means selects the first mode. That is, the beginner can recognize the method of launching the game ball by setting the mode (game mode) to the first mode, and the skilled player is troublesome by setting the game mode to the second mode. Notification that feels like can be omitted. Therefore, notification unnecessary for the player can be omitted by the player himself / herself, so that the reduction of the effect of the notification can be suppressed and notification to the player can be efficiently performed.

  According to a second aspect of the present invention, in addition to the configuration of the first aspect of the present invention, a game state determination means (sub-control) that determines whether or not a certain game state is not controlled is a standby state. The circuit selection circuit includes a sub CPU 301) of the circuit 300, and the mode selection means selects a game mode on condition that the game state determination means determines that it is in a standby state.

  Accordingly, the selection of the first mode or the second mode is performed on the condition that a certain game control is not being performed, so that the control for selecting the game mode is performed. And simultaneous control of the above-mentioned certain game can be avoided. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the control burden by avoiding the concentration of control processing.

  According to a third aspect of the present invention, in addition to the configuration of the first aspect of the present invention, a gaming state determining means for determining whether or not a certain gaming state is not controlled, and a gaming state Waiting time detecting means (sub CPU 301 of the sub control circuit 300) for detecting that a predetermined time has elapsed since the determination means determines that the standby state has been established, and the mode selecting means includes the waiting time detecting means. When it is detected that a predetermined time has passed, the first mode is selected regardless of the operation by the operation means.

  Thereby, when the standby state is continued for a certain time (that is, when the standby extended state is reached), the game mode selected by the mode selection means is set to the first mode. Even if the second mode is selected, if the standby state continues for a certain period of time after that, the first mode in which the game ball launching operation method is notified is automatically selected. Therefore, even if the next player is a beginner who does not know the game mode selection operation, it is possible to efficiently notify the player.

  According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, in addition to the configuration of the second or third aspect of the invention, a game control means (main CPU 201 of the main control circuit 200) for controlling the progress of the game, and the progress of the game There is an effect means (liquid crystal display device 21) for performing the effect, and an effect control means (sub CPU 301 of the sub control circuit 300) for controlling the effect means, and the game control means does not control a certain game. A command transmission means (main CPU 201 of the main control circuit 200) for transmitting a standby state command to the effect control means, and the effect control means includes a game state determination means and receives a standby state command, thereby playing a game It is characterized by determining that it is a standby state by a state determination means.

  Thus, since the game state determination means for determining whether or not it is in the standby state is provided in the effect control means, the control burden of the game control means for controlling the progress of the game can be reduced.

  The present invention described in claim 5 includes mode notification means (notification LEDs 30a and 30b) for notifying the mode selected by the mode selection means in addition to the configuration of the invention described in any one of claims 1 to 4. It is characterized by having.

  Thereby, the player can know the current mode regardless of whether or not the launch operation method is actually notified. Therefore, the player can know in advance whether or not the launch operation method is notified, and the convenience is improved.

  The simulation program of the present invention according to claim 6 is a simulation program (simulation program 950) for causing a computer (computer 960) to execute a simulation of a gaming machine, and the computer has a game area in which a game ball flows down. An image display function for displaying an image imitating a board on a screen, a launch function for launching a game ball toward a game area by a launch operation of a player, a launch operation method notification function for notifying a launch operation method for a game ball, A mode selected by the mode selection function by the mode selection function is executed by causing the mode selection function to select either one of the first mode and the second mode based on the operation by the player. To notify the launch operation method when is in the first mode And it features.

  Thus, the game ball launching operation method is notified when the mode selection function selects the first mode. That is, the beginner can recognize the method of launching the game ball by setting the game mode to the first mode, and the experienced player can feel annoyance by setting the game mode to the second mode. Can be omitted. Therefore, notification unnecessary for the player can be omitted by the player himself / herself, so that the reduction of the effect of the notification can be suppressed and notification to the player can be efficiently performed.

  According to the present invention, the following effects can be obtained.

  That is, according to the present invention, notification to the player can be performed efficiently while suppressing reduction of the effect.

  Hereinafter, the best mode for carrying out the present invention will be described more specifically with reference to the drawings. Here, in the accompanying drawings, the same reference numerals are given to the same members, and duplicate descriptions are omitted. In addition, since description here is the best form by which this invention is implemented, this invention is not limited to the said form.

  Hereinafter, the configuration of a ball game machine (hereinafter referred to as a game machine) 1 according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to the drawings. 1 to 18 and 20 to 27 show an embodiment of the gaming machine 1 to which the prepaid card system is applied.

  FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing the configuration of the gaming machine according to the present embodiment, FIG. 2 is a front view showing a gaming board of the gaming machine shown in FIG. 1, and FIG. 3 is a control system of the gaming machine shown in FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing the processing procedure of the main control circuit of the gaming machine according to the present embodiment, FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing the processing procedure of the special symbol control processing according to the present embodiment, and FIG. FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing the processing procedure of the special symbol display time management process according to the present embodiment. FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing the processing procedure of the special symbol storage check processing according to the present embodiment. FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing the processing procedure of the jackpot end interval processing according to this embodiment, and FIG. 10 is the processing of the command reception interrupt processing according to this embodiment. The flowchart which shows a procedure, FIG. 11 is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the main process by the sub-control circuit of the game machine which concerns on this Embodiment, FIG. 12 is the flowchart which shows the process sequence of the effect switch input process which concerns on this Embodiment. FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing the first stage of the command analysis processing procedure according to this embodiment, FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing the second stage of the command analysis processing procedure according to this embodiment, and FIG. 15 is this embodiment. FIG. 16 is a diagram illustrating an example of a variable display pattern selection table according to FIG. 16, FIG. 16 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of an image displayed in the display area according to the present embodiment, and FIG. 17 is displayed in the display area according to the present embodiment. FIG. 18 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of sound output from the speaker according to the present embodiment, and FIG. 19 is a diagram of the present invention. FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing the processing procedure of the special symbol variation display time management processing according to the present embodiment, and FIG. 21 is the processing procedure of the short-time end determination processing according to the present embodiment. FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing the processing procedure of the variable display pattern determination processing according to the present embodiment, FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing the processing procedure of the normal symbol control processing according to the present embodiment, and FIG. The flowchart which shows the process sequence of the normal symbol memory | storage check process which concerns on this form, FIG. 25 is the flowchart which shows the process sequence of the normal symbol display time management process which concerns on this Embodiment, FIG. FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing the first stage of the release processing procedure, and FIG. FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing another example of the jackpot end interval process according to the present embodiment.

  First, the configuration of the pachinko gaming machine (game machine) 1 will be described with reference to FIG. 1 and FIG. FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing the configuration of the gaming machine according to the present embodiment, and FIG. 2 is a front view of the gaming board according to the present embodiment.

  As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, in a pachinko gaming machine (game machine) 1, a base door 3a to which a game board 2a (FIG. 2) is attached is fixed to an island facility via a hinge (not shown). The base door 3a is pivotally attached to the base frame 3b (that is, the base door 3a is supported with one end of the base door 3a being supported as a pivot, and is mounted to the base frame 3b so as to be openable and closable). A gaming machine main body 3 is constituted by the base door 3a and the base frame 3b. And the glass door 9 which covers | covers the speakers 8a and 8b (FIG. 10), the liquid crystal display device (LCD) 21, and the game board 2a so that visual recognition is possible with respect to the base door 3a of such a game machine main body 3, and the tray unit 5 , And a handle 7 are provided.

  In the present embodiment, the gaming machine body 3 and the tray unit 5 are defined as a gaming machine body in a broad sense (hereinafter referred to as a gaming machine body in a broad sense).

  The game board 2a (FIG. 2) is surrounded by the rail 6 and has a game area 2b in which a game ball can roll down. The game area 2b includes a number of obstacles (not shown) such as game nails and windmills, a general winning port 12, a passing gate (first area) 13a, a passing gate 13b, a big winning port 15, and an out port. 16, gaming members including a first start winning opening (winning apparatus) 17 and a second starting winning opening (variable winning apparatus) 18 are arranged.

  Here, the rail 6 is arrange | positioned at the outer periphery of the game area | region 2b, and becomes a structure which can make the game ball launched from the launching apparatus 90 mentioned later follow the outer periphery of the said game area | region 2b.

  Further, on the back surface of the game board 2a, a display having a display area 21a capable of displaying an effect image (for example, animation corresponding to a game state or other notification information; hereinafter referred to as “effect information image”) or the like. A liquid crystal display (LCD) 21 which is a device is arranged.

  In addition, the display area 21a of the liquid crystal display device 21 which is an effect means for performing effects in accordance with the progress of the game includes an area for displaying effect images and a normal symbol display area for performing variable display of normal symbols (normal symbol display device). And a special symbol display area (special symbol display device) for performing variable display of special symbols (identification symbols).

  In the present embodiment, the rectangular display area 21a may be larger or smaller than the game area 2b. Further, the shape of the display area 21a is not limited to a square, and may be another shape. For example, it may be circular.

  The out port 16 is a device in which game balls that have not won any of the general winning port 12, the big winning port 15, the first starting winning port 17, and the second starting winning port 18 flow in and are collected. is there.

  The liquid crystal display device 21 is a device that displays an arbitrary image in the display area 21a based on an instruction from an image control circuit 305 described later.

  In the present embodiment in which the game board 2a is transparent, the display area 21a of the liquid crystal display device 21 is disposed so as to be visible through the game board 2a. Here, instead of the liquid crystal display device 21, for example, a CRT (cathode ray tube) or a plasma display can be used.

  As shown in FIG. 1, an operation panel (operation means) 11 that can be operated by the player is disposed below the game board 2a as described above.

  The operation panel 11 includes an A button 11a and a B button 11b. The A button 11a and the B button 11b are electrically connected to a sub-control circuit 300 (FIG. 3), which will be described later, so that the A signal and the B signal are transmitted to the sub-control circuit 300 when pressed. It has become.

  When the A button 11a is pressed, an A signal, which is a signal for moving the cursor 500 on a mode selection screen (see FIGS. 16B and 17B) described later, is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 300. It has become.

  When the B button 11b is pressed, a B signal, which is a signal for selecting the mode indicated by the cursor 500, is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 300.

  When the mode selection screen is not displayed in the display area 21a and the A button 11a or the B button 11b is pressed, the mode selection screen is displayed in the display area 21a.

  Thus, the player can select a game mode and a notification mode to be described later by operating the A button 11a and the B button 11b on the operation panel 11.

  In this embodiment, the sub-control circuit 300 accepts signals transmitted by pressing the A button 11a and B button 11b only when the gaming state is a standby extended state or a standby state, which will be described later. . However, the sub-control circuit 300 is not limited to this, and may receive the signal in other states such as a big hit gaming state, a probability fluctuation state (in an open state increasing gaming state), a special symbol fluctuation display, etc. .

  A dish unit 5 is disposed below the operation panel 11. An upper tray 5a for storing the paid-out game balls and the game balls to be driven into the game area is disposed at the upper part of the dish unit 5, and overflowed from the upper dish 5a by the payout at the lower part of the dish unit 5. A lower tray 5b in which game balls are stored is arranged. Further, a shutter lever 10 is provided at a predetermined position of the upper plate 5a, which is operated when the game ball stored in the upper plate 5a is moved to the lower plate 5b and taken out at the end of the game.

  On the right side of the tray unit 5, a handle 7 is provided that is rotated when a game ball is driven into the game area 2 b of the game board 2 a via the rail 6. The handle 7 is provided with a stop button (not shown) for stopping the launch of the game ball.

  When the player rotates the handle 7 to perform the launch operation, the game balls in the upper plate 5a are sent to the launch device 90 (see FIG. 3) by the hit ball supply device (not shown), and the launch is performed. The device 90 is struck along the rail 6 into the game area 2b.

  Here, it is also possible to operate the handle 7 so that the game ball is strongly launched by rotating the handle 7 in the clockwise direction (hereinafter, referred to as “right strike”). Thereby, the game ball is shot out toward the second start winning opening 18 (FIG. 2) arranged on the right side of the game area 2b, or the game ball is caused to follow the outer periphery of the game area 2b using the rail 6 or the like. be able to.

  Further, an elastic member (a rolling direction changing member 30 is provided on the outer periphery of the game area 2b and at the extreme end of the rail 6. The second start winning port 18 is connected to the elastic member 30. The collision game ball is provided at a position where it can easily flow down, that is, below the elastic member 30.

  That is, the elastic member 30 is disposed at a position where the game ball that rolls along the outer periphery of the game area 2 b can be guided toward the second start winning opening 18. Therefore, the player can aim to win the second start winning opening 18 by hitting the game ball against the elastic member 30 with a right strike.

  The elastic member 30 according to the present embodiment is made of a cylindrical rubber in order to enhance the cushion effect. However, in the present invention, the material of the elastic member 30 is not particularly limited. For example, the elastic member 30 may be made of an elastomer or a general-purpose plastic. In the present invention, the shape of the elastic member 30 is not particularly limited.

  Incidentally, the direction in which the game ball is guided can be adjusted by changing the material, thickness, shape, and the like of the elastic member 30.

  Notification LEDs 30a and 30b, which are mode notification means, are arranged on the left and right sides of the dish unit 5. The notification LEDs 30a and 30b are colors corresponding to the game mode selected by the sub CPU (mode selection means and notification mode selection means) 301 (FIG. 3) of the sub-control circuit 300 described later and the type of notification mode of the game mode. It is designed to emit light. For example, the notification LEDs 30a and 30b are displayed when the game mode selected by the sub CPU 301 is the beginner mode (first mode) and the notification mode is display on the display area 21a (hereinafter referred to as “beginner mode (display)”). ) Is red, and the game mode selected by the sub CPU 301 is the beginner mode, and the notification mode is voice output from the speakers 8a and 8b (hereinafter referred to as “beginner mode (voice)”). In blue, when the game mode selected by the sub CPU 301 is the professional mode (second mode), the light is emitted in green.

  Therefore, the player can know the current game mode and the notification mode of the mode by confirming the color of light emitted from the notification LEDs 30a and 30b.

  However, the combination of the type of game mode selected by the sub CPU 301, the type of notification mode of the game mode, and the color emitted by the notification LEDs 30a and 30b are not limited to this, and may be other combinations.

  Moreover, in this Embodiment, although notification LED30a, 30b is formed from LED, it is not restricted to this, Another light-emitting body may be sufficient. For example, a lamp may be used.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the notification LEDs 30a and 30b serve as mode notification means. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and other devices such as the liquid crystal display device 21 and the speakers 8a and 8b serve as mode notification means. You may play a role. For example, the type of game mode selected by the sub CPU 301 and the type of notification mode of the game mode may be displayed on the display area 21a of the liquid crystal display device 21, or may be notified by voice from the speakers 8a and 8b. Also good.

  Here, the beginner mode is a mode for notifying a game ball launching operation method (for example, right-handed) when a predetermined condition is satisfied (for example, when the gaming state has shifted to a probability variation state, which will be described in detail later). It is. On the other hand, the professional mode is a mode in which the game ball launching operation method is not notified.

  Speakers 8a and 8b are arranged on the left and right of the upper part of the glass door 4, respectively.

  Here, the general winning opening 12 is a device for paying out a predetermined number of game balls when a game ball is won, and the passing gates 13a and 13b are a plurality of symbols displayed in the normal symbol display area when the game ball has passed. The first start winning port 17 and the second starting winning port 18 for changing and stopping the symbols of the game are used to change and stop the special symbols displayed in the special symbol display area on condition that the game ball has won. The special winning opening 15 is a special symbol combination (a jackpot display mode) in which a special symbol combination when the special symbol display area is stopped is a predetermined symbol combination (a jackpot display mode). When the process shifts to a so-called big hit, the door opens and closes a predetermined number of times under a predetermined condition according to a predetermined setting (that is, a big prize opening within a predetermined time) Only when the number of game balls passing through a specific area of 5 is 1 or more (unless a so-called puncture occurs), the special winning opening 15 is opened a predetermined number of times, and an open state in which game balls can be easily received and closed difficult to receive It is a device that is controlled so as to change a predetermined number of times to a state (an operation that changes between an open state and a closed state is called a round operation).

  The second start winning port 18 provided below the elastic member 30 and directly below the passing gate 13a has variable wings 18a and 18b and a receiving port for a game ball, and the game ball is received in the receiving port. Opening and closing operations can be performed between an open state in which winning is easy and a closed state in which game balls are difficult to win.

  Here, the closed state at the second start winning opening 18 is a state in which the variable wings 18 a and 18 b are closed and the game ball is difficult to enter the second starting winning opening 18. On the other hand, the open state is a state in which the variable wings 18 a and 18 b are opened in an inverted octagonal shape so that the game ball can easily enter the ordinary electric accessory 18. Note that the ordinary electric accessory 18 is in a closed state during normal times.

  In the present embodiment, when the second start winning opening 18 is in the closed state, the blocking member 25 that inhibits (blocks) winning to the second start winning opening 18 is the second start winning opening 18. (Fig. 2). That is, in a normal time, it is difficult to win a game ball in the second start winning opening 18. Therefore, the first start winning opening 17 is easier to win the game ball in the normal time than the second starting winning opening 18.

  Further, the first start winning opening 17 is spaced apart from the second starting winning opening 18 in the left-right direction, and is provided below the second starting winning opening 18 (see FIG. 2). As described above, since the first start winning port 17 of the present embodiment is provided below the second start winning port 18, the game balls that have failed to win the second start winning port 18 are accepted. Can be done.

  The passing gates 13a and 13b are adapted to detect a passing game ball. The game balls that have passed through the passage gates 13a and 13b can be stored on hold, and based on the passage storage information, the symbols in the normal symbol display area are displayed in a variable manner. Further, four normal symbol memory LEDs (not shown) for displaying the number of passage memories of the passage gates 13a and 13b are provided on the upper right side of the game area 2b. The stored number of game balls that have passed through the pass gates 13a and 13b can be displayed by the number of lighting of the normal symbol memory LEDs.

  In the normal symbol display area, for example, two normal symbols flash alternately, and the two normal symbols stop flashing (the time until this flashing ends is in the normal gaming state) Is 30 seconds, 6 seconds in the open state increased gaming state (in the probability variation state or in the short time state).) When "winning" is displayed (hereinafter referred to as "ordinary hitting time"). The variable wings 18a and 18b of the second start winning opening 18 are opened in an inverted octagonal shape for a predetermined time, and are switched to an open state in which a game ball can be easily received (the open time is 0.2 in the normal game state). On the other hand, if the game is in the open state increasing gaming state (in the probability variation state or in the short time state), the opening for 2.2 seconds is performed twice.)

  Here, the time-short state refers to a state in which the variation display time of the special symbol in the liquid crystal display device 21 is shorter than the normal time, and the number of times of variation display per time is improved.

  Furthermore, when the time is short, the second start winning opening 18 is more frequently switched to the open state where the game ball is easy to win than in the normal game state.

  It should be noted that the time-short state control is continued until the special symbol variation display is performed a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times).

  Instead of the normal symbol display area, two normal symbol display LEDs may be provided at an arbitrary place on the game board 2a, and "winning" may be displayed by blinking these LEDs. Further, the two normal symbol display LEDs can be constituted by, for example, a 7-segment display. In this case, numbers such as “0”, “1”, “2”,... “7”, “8”, “9”, etc. are displayed in a variable manner as normal symbols displayed on the 7-segment display. The case where the stop-displayed number becomes “3” or “7” is defined as “winning”.

  Also, the winning balls to the first start winning port 17 and the second starting winning port 18 can be memorized by a lottery holding means, which will be described later. Based on this memorized memory, the special symbols in the special symbol display area are displayed. Fluctuation display is performed. In the central part of the game area 2b, the number of winning prizes stored in the first starting prize opening 17 and the second starting prize opening 18 (here, the winning prize number indicates the number of suspended variable games (described later)). Four special symbol memory LEDs (not shown) are provided. Based on the number of lighting of the special symbol memory LED, it is possible to display the number of winning prizes stored in the first starting prize winning port 17 and the second starting winning prize port 18.

  The special symbols displayed in the special symbol display area are composed of three rows of numbers such as “0”, “1”, “2”... “9”, and the first start winning opening 17 and the second symbol. These numbers are displayed in a variable manner when a game ball wins the start winning opening 18 or the like. Note that the fluctuation display of these numbers is completed, and the fluctuation display results (that is, combinations of numbers that are stopped and displayed, also called stop symbols) are “0”, “0”, “0”, and “7”. A combination of special symbols when all three symbols have the same number, such as “7”, “7” ”, etc., is referred to as a jackpot display mode (big hit symbol). This jackpot display mode is a display mode for allowing the player to recognize that the gaming state has shifted to a jackpot gaming state that is advantageous to the player as compared to the normal gaming state (ie, it has become a “hit”). is there. Note that the variable display result other than the jackpot display mode is referred to as a non-hit display mode (offset symbol). Further, in the present embodiment, the operation from when the variation display of the special symbol is started until the variation display is finished and stopped is referred to as a “variation game”.

  The big hit gaming state is a gaming state in which, for example, a big prize opening SOL72S, which will be described later, makes it easier to win more game balls than the normal gaming state by opening and closing the door of the big prize opening 15 a predetermined number of times. It is.

  Note that the above jackpot display mode for allowing the player to recognize that the game has shifted to the jackpot gaming state is a special display mode (probability variation jackpot symbol) that is a display mode that indicates probability variation jackpots, and a display mode that indicates a normal jackpot. It is divided into certain non-special display modes (usually big hit symbols).

  The special display mode means a case where three predetermined numbers such as “7” and “3” are arranged, while the non-special display mode is a case where three numbers and designs other than the special display mode are arranged. Say.

  When the special symbol variation display result becomes a special display mode (that is, when the probability variation jackpot), the probability that the special symbol variation display result in the special symbol display area becomes the jackpot display mode after the jackpot gaming state is high. Transition to the probability variation state. On the other hand, when the display mode of the special symbol becomes a non-special display mode (that is, when a normal big hit is made), the game state is shifted to the normal gaming state after the big hit gaming state ends.

  In the present embodiment, the above-mentioned winning memory number and passing memory number are displayed on the normal symbol memory LED and the special symbol memory LED, respectively. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and other display methods may be used. May be displayed. For example, it may be displayed in the display area 21a.

  Next, a control system of the pachinko gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. 1 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing a control system of the gaming machine shown in FIG.

  The control system of the pachinko gaming machine 1 includes a main control circuit 200, a sub control circuit 300 connected to the main control circuit 200, a payout control circuit 70a, and a launch control circuit 70b. This control system is mounted on the back side of the game board 2a.

  A card unit 81 is connected to the payout control circuit 70a of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  The card unit 81 is installed in the vicinity of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and has an insertion slot into which a prepaid card can be inserted, and reads the recorded information recorded on the prepaid card inserted into the insertion slot. Means, a lending command signal output means for outputting a lending command signal for instructing lending of game balls to the payout control circuit 70a in accordance with an operation of the ball lending operation panel (lending button) 9 (FIG. 3), and reading means Writing means for subtracting the number of loans commanded to be loaned by the lending command signal output means from the recordable number specified from the record information read by, and recording the information on the prepaid card inserted into the insertion slot; have.

  In the main control circuit 200, a main CPU (microcomputing processing device) 201 which is a game control means for controlling the progress of the game of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in accordance with a preset program, various settings are initialized at the time of abnormality or power-on. An initial reset circuit 204 for generating a reset signal for returning to a value, a main RAM 203 for storing various data necessary for the operation of the main CPU 201, a program for the main CPU 201 to control the gaming operation of the gaming machine 1, and a random number A big hit determination table that is referred to when determining a big hit by lottery, a normal hit determination table (normal lottery table) that is referenced when performing a normal hit determination (normal lottery) by a random lottery, and a special symbol by random lottery Variable display pattern selection table (referred to when selecting a variable display pattern) 15 (a) ~ (d) refer), the main ROM202 that stores various probability table is referred to when drawing other effect is implemented.

  Further, the main ROM 202 which is a prize ball number storage means stores the number of prize balls corresponding to the second start winning opening 18 and the number of prize balls corresponding to the first start winning opening 17. In the present embodiment, “4” is stored as the number of winning balls corresponding to the second start winning opening 18, while “3” is stored as the number of winning balls corresponding to the first starting winning opening 17. Yes. Therefore, when a game ball wins the second start winning opening 18, four game balls from the payout device 82 described later, while when a game ball wins the first start payout opening 17, payout described later. Three game balls are each paid out as prize balls from the device 82.

  The main RAM 203 stores the number of winning memories counted by the main CPU 201 (the number of winning balls to the first starting winning port 17 and the second starting winning port 18, that is, the number of variable games being changed and pending). A winning memory counter, a passing memory counter for storing the number of passing memories counted by the main CPU 201 (the number of passing balls of the passing gates 13a, 13b), and the remaining numerical apertures of the variable blades 18a, 18b at the time of normal winning A normal electric utility remaining opening number counter for storing, a normal electric service winning counter for storing the number of game balls won in the second start winning opening 18 in the opening of the variable wings 18a, 18b, one round A prize winning prize counter for storing the number of game balls that have entered the prize winning opening 15 during operation, and a prize winning slot 1 in one big hit gaming state. There comprises a like time reduction counter for counting the special winning opening open counter, change impressions of the special symbols during the time reduction states for storing the number of times that is open.

  Further, the main RAM 203 has a variable time reduction flag. Here, the variable time shortening flag is set to a value (1) indicating the shortening of the variation time when the variation display time of the special symbol is shortened. In the initial state, (0) is set in the flag.

  The main CPU 201 includes first lottery means, variable winning device control means, second lottery means (big hit gaming state determination means), game control means, command transmission means, identification symbol variation display pattern determination means, gaming state transition means, prize ball It has the functions of a payout means, a lottery holding means, a fluctuation shortening means, and a winning opening SOL control means.

  The first lottery means is a means for performing a lottery to determine whether or not to open the second start winning opening 18 on condition that the game ball has passed through the passing gate 13a or the passing gate 13b.

  Specifically, the first lottery means normally hits when the passing gate SW19Sa provided inside the passing gate 13a or the passing gate SW19Saa provided inside the passing gate 13b detects a game ball. A random number for lottery is extracted, and the lottery (hereinafter referred to as “normal lottery”) is performed based on the extracted random number for normal lottery.

  In the normal winning lottery, for example, whether or not the random number value for normal winning lottery extracted from any of 0 to 255 is a predetermined value (for example, 0 to 252 etc., hereinafter referred to as “normal winning lottery value”). Is done. As a result, if it is a lottery value per ordinary, it will be won per ordinary.

  The main CPU 201 is a variable winning device control unit that controls the opening / closing operation of the second start winning port 18 based on the normal lottery result by the first lottery unit. For example, the variable winning device control means keeps the second start winning opening 18 open when a normal winning is won as a result of the lottery by the first lottery means.

  Whether or not the second lottery means (big hit game state determination means) makes a big hit game state advantageous to the player on the condition that a game ball has won the second start winning opening 18 or the first start winning opening 17 This is a means for performing the determination.

  Specifically, the second lottery means (big hit gaming state determination means) is a winning port (first starting winning port 17, second starting winning port 18 provided in the gaming machine main body (or gaming machine main body 3) in a broad sense. ), It is determined whether or not to shift the gaming state to a big hit gaming state that is advantageous to the player.

  For example, the jackpot gaming state determination means executes a jackpot determination process based on the jackpot determination random number extracted by random lottery when a game ball wins the first start winning opening 17 or the second starting winning opening 18; When the determination process results in a big hit, it is determined that the gaming state is shifted to the big hit gaming state (to be a big hit gaming state).

  Here, when it is determined by the jackpot gaming state determining means that the game will be shifted to the jackpot gaming state, after the special symbol variation display by the identification symbol variation display pattern determining means described later is finished, that is, the jackpot display in the special symbol display area After the mode (big hit symbol) is displayed, the gaming state transition means shifts the gaming state to the big hit gaming state.

  As described above, there are two types of jackpots, the normal jackpot and the probability variation jackpot. If the probability variation jackpot, after the jackpot gaming state ends, the gaming state is changed to the next jackpot game by the gaming state transition means. Transition to a probability fluctuation state with a high probability of becoming a state.

  The identification symbol variation display pattern determining means generates and sets a variation display pattern command for causing the special symbol display area to display the variation of the special symbol. Based on this, a variation display pattern for executing the variation display of the special symbol is determined.

  More specifically, the identification symbol variation display pattern determining means is a variation display for instructing a variation display pattern for executing special symbol variation display or presentation information display based on the result of the jackpot determination by the jackpot gaming state determination means. Generate and set a pattern command and a command for designating a variable display stop pattern.

  The variable display pattern also includes display time information indicating the variable display time of each of the three special symbols (for example, “left”, “middle”, and “right”).

  The lottery holding means is in a state in which it is impossible to newly start a variable game (operation from when the special symbol variable display is started until it is stopped) (for example, the liquid crystal display device 21 already has a variable game). In such a case that the start of the variable game is suspended.

  Specifically, the lottery holding means stores the winning balls to the first start winning opening 17 and the second starting winning opening 18 in the main RAM 203 as winning memories when it is impossible to newly start the variable game. In addition to storing, the value of the winning storage counter is updated. Thereby, the start of the variable game is put on hold.

  Further, the fluctuation shortening means, when the number of variable games held by the lottery holding means reaches a predetermined number (for example, when the value of the winning memory counter becomes “4” or more. When the value is “4”, the special symbol memory LED indicates that the number of suspended variable games (the number of retained winning memories is “3”) is displayed in the sub This is a means for shortening the time of the variable game whose display is controlled by the CPU (display control means) 301.

  That is, according to the variation shortening means, the time for the variation game being performed on the liquid crystal display device 21 is shortened as the number of suspensions of the variation game increases.

  Here, the variation shortening means of the present embodiment shortens the variation display time of the special symbol to half of the usual when the variation display pattern is “normal variation”, “normal reach”, “per normal reach”. (For example, when the fluctuation display time is 10 seconds, the fluctuation display time is shortened to 5 seconds by the fluctuation shortening means). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the time to be shortened may be any number of seconds. For example, the variable display time may be shortened to 1 second in order to immediately end the variable display of the special symbol. The shortening may also be performed when the variation display pattern is other than “normal variation”, “normal reach”, and “per normal reach”.

  In the present embodiment, the variable display time is different between the case where the gaming state is the open state increasing gaming state and the case where the gaming state is the normal gaming state (FIGS. 15A to 15D). (Refer to the fluctuation display pattern selection table).

  For example, in the normal gaming state, the variable display time is determined based on the table of FIG. In this case, the fluctuation display time during execution of “normal fluctuation”, “normal reach”, or “per normal reach” is “10 seconds”.

  In the normal gaming state, when shortening is performed by the variation shortening means, the variation display time is determined based on the table of FIG. In this case, the fluctuation display time during execution of “normal fluctuation”, “normal reach”, or “per normal reach” is shortened to “5 seconds”.

  In the open state increased gaming state, the variable display time is determined based on the table of FIG. In this case, the fluctuation display time when executing “normal fluctuation”, “normal reach” or “per normal reach” is “4 seconds”.

  Further, when the shortening by the variation shortening means is performed in the open state increasing gaming state, the variation display time is determined based on the table of FIG. In this case, the fluctuation display time during execution of “normal fluctuation”, “normal reach” or “per normal reach” is shortened to “2 seconds”.

  In the present embodiment, since the number of suspended games in the open state increased gaming state is easier to increase in the open state increased gaming state than in the normal time, the time of the variable game in the open state increased gaming state compared to the normal time. Can be shortened more. That is, in the open state increasing game state, the tempo of the lottery (big win lottery) by the second lottery means is accelerated as compared to the normal time, and the chances for the big win lottery are increased.

  The game control means controls the big hit gaming state based on the fact that the lottery result of the second lottery means is the big hit gaming state (to shift to the big hit gaming state), and after the big hit gaming state, In order to make it easier to win the second start winning port 18 than to win the first start winning port 17, the control of the variable winning device control means increases the chance that the second start winning port 18 is opened. It is a means for controlling the open state increasing gaming state (probability variation state or short time state).

  The winning ball payout means receives the number of winning balls corresponding to the winning device as a main ROM (prize ball number storage means) 202 when the gaming ball wins the second starting winning opening 18 or the first starting winning opening 17. Is a means for paying out game balls in accordance with the number of prize balls read out.

  Specifically, the winning ball payout means specifies the device on which the gaming ball has won based on the type of sensor that has detected the gaming ball (a starting winning port SW19a, a starting winning port SW19b, etc., which will be described later), and The number of prize balls corresponding to the selected device is read from the main ROM (prize ball number storage means) 202 (for example, when the specified device is the second start winning opening 18, "4" is read as the number of prize balls, On the other hand, when the specified device is the first start winning opening 17, "3" is read as the number of prize balls.

  The prize ball payout means outputs a payout command signal generated based on the read number of prize balls to the payout control circuit 70a described later. Thereby, game balls are paid out from the payout device 82 in accordance with the read number of prize balls.

  Note that the main ROM 202 of the present embodiment stores the number of prize balls that is larger than the number of prize balls corresponding to the first start prize winning opening 17 as the number of prize balls corresponding to the second start prize winning opening 18. That is, the number of game balls to be paid out when a game ball is won at the second start winning opening 18 is set to be larger than that when winning at the first start winning opening 17.

  Therefore, in the present embodiment, the attractiveness of the second start winning opening 18 in the open state increased gaming state (in the probability variation state or in the short time state) is increased, so that the player is in the open state increased gaming state in the first state. 2. A game is played aiming for a prize at the starting prize opening 18. On the other hand, at the normal time, as described above, since the winning at the second start winning opening 18 is blocked by the blocking member 25, the player plays the game aiming at winning at the first starting winning opening 17. (In other words, by making the number of winning balls of the first starting winning port 17 different from the number of winning balls of the second starting winning port 18, the target that is attractive to the player can be changed according to the gaming state. it can).

  When the gaming state is shifted to the big hit gaming state, the winning prize opening SOL control means controls a special winning opening SOL72S described later so as to open and close the door of the big winning opening 15 (open the big winning opening).

  Programs for realizing the functions of the respective means described above are stored in the main ROM 202, and the main CPU 201 loads these programs from the main ROM 202 and updates and stores the calculation results in the main RAM 203 for execution. The functions of the respective means described above are realized. Of course, each of the above-described means may be configured by dedicated hardware.

  Further, the main CPU 201 performs processing for determining the content displayed in the normal symbol display area.

  By the way, the main CPU 201 which is a command transmission means transmits various commands such as commands relating to effects in the game to the sub-control circuit 300 by performing the functions of the above-described means. The production is executed.

  The commands related to the instruction of the effect in the game include the commands related to the instruction of the display effect by the liquid crystal display device 21 and the like, the command related to the instruction of the sound effect by the sound generating means such as the speaker, and the effect of the light effect by the light emitting means such as the lamp or LED. Contains commands for instructions.

  Incidentally, various commands such as the above-described variable display pattern command are included in the command related to the instruction for the display effect.

  The I / O port 205 of the main control circuit 200 is provided inside the passage gate 13a and is provided inside the passage gate SW19Sa and passage gate 13b, which are sensors that detect the passage of the game ball. A passing gate SW19Saa that is a sensor that detects passing, a start winning port SW19a that is a sensor that detects a game ball won in the first start winning port 17, and a gaming ball that has won a second start winning port 18 are detected. A start winning opening SW19b as a sensor is connected.

  In addition, the I / O port 205 is provided in a specific area in the big prize opening 15 and is provided in a general area in the big prize opening 15 as a V · count SW 19Sd that is a sensor for detecting a winning game ball. Count SW19Se which is a sensor for detecting the played game ball, general winning port SW19Sb which is a sensor for detecting a game ball won in the general winning port 12, and backup clear SW 74S for erasing various data stored in the main RAM 203 Is connected.

  Further, the following components are connected to the I / O port 205. That is, a movable member SOL (solenoid) 71S that drives the variable wings 18a and 18b of the second start winning opening 18, a large winning opening SOL (solenoid) 72S that opens and closes the door of the large winning opening 15, and the large winning opening 15 An actuator such as a seesaw SOL (solenoid) 73S for driving the seesaw is connected.

  Here, when each of the sensors detects a game ball, the detection signal is input to the main CPU 201 of the main control circuit 200. Therefore, the main CPU 201 determines that each of the actuators 71S and 72S corresponds to the input detection signal. , 73S are driven and controlled.

  Control commands (commands) are transmitted from the command output port 206 of the main control circuit 200 to the sub control circuit 300, the payout control circuit 70a, and the payout control circuit 70b, respectively.

  The sub-control circuit 300 that has received this control command (command) controls the operation of the liquid crystal display device 21, the speakers 8a and 8b, the lamp / LED 39a, and the payout control circuit 70a and the launching device that have received this control command (command). The control circuit 70b controls operations of the dispensing device 82 and the ejection device 90.

  The payout control circuit 70a is connected to a payout device 82 for paying out award balls and rental balls. The payout control circuit 70a drives and controls the payout device 82 in accordance with a payout command signal output from the main control circuit 200 on condition that a game ball has entered the general winning opening 12 and the big winning opening 15 and the like. A number of game balls are paid out as prize balls. Also, the payout control circuit 70a controls the payout device 82 in accordance with the payout command signal output from the card unit 81, and pays out a predetermined number of game balls as the payable balls.

  The launch control circuit 70b is connected to a launch device 90 that launches a game ball toward the game area 2b. In addition, the launch control circuit 70 b drives the launch solenoid according to the turning operation of the handle 7, thereby causing the game ball to be launched from the launch device 90.

  Next, the configuration of the sub control circuit 300 will be described. The sub control circuit 300 includes a sub CPU 301, a program ROM 302, a work RAM 303, a command input port 304, an image control circuit 305, an audio control circuit 306, and a lamp control circuit 307. Is provided.

  The sub CPU 301 determines a command received from the main control circuit 200 via the command input port 304 and an operation signal (A signal, B signal, etc.) received from the A button 11a, the B button 11b, etc. of the operation panel 11. The image control circuit 305, the sound control circuit 306, the lamp control circuit 307, etc. are controlled according to the determination result.

  Further, the sub CPU 301 is a launching operation method notifying unit for notifying a launching method for a game ball.

  For example, as shown in FIGS. 16 (e) and 16 (f), the sub CPU 301, which is a launch operation method notification means, displays a word “please hit right” in the display area 21 a, thereby launching a game ball. The method can be notified to the player.

  Further, the operation method notification (right-handed notification) by the launch operation method notification means is performed during a probability variation state in which the second start winning opening 18 is likely to accept a game ball (probability variation). If the player hits the right toward the second start winning opening 18 during the state, more game balls can be won, which is advantageous to the player).

  A plurality of types of notification modes by the launch operation method notification unit are stored in a program ROM (notification mode storage unit) 302 described later, and any one of the plurality of types of notification modes stored in the program ROM 302 is notified. According to the embodiment.

  For example, as a notification mode, a notification mode (hereinafter referred to as “image notification mode”) in which an operation method is notified by image display in the display area 21a described above, and a notification in which the operation method is notified by sound in the speakers 8a and 8b. Examples (hereinafter referred to as “voice notification modes”) and the like. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and various notification modes are conceivable. For example, a notification mode in which an operation method is notified by performing predetermined light emission with a lamp, an LED, or the like may be used.

  The sub CPU 301 is a mode selection unit that selects any one of a beginner mode in which notification by the launch operation method notification unit is performed and a professional mode in which notification by the launch operation method notification unit is not performed.

  Furthermore, when the sub CPU 301 selects the beginner mode, the notification mode (image notification mode) in which the notification by the launch operation method notification unit is performed in the display area 21a and the notification by the launch operation method notification unit are performed by the speaker 8a, It is a notification mode selection means for selecting from the program ROM 302 one of the notification modes (voice notification mode) performed in 8b.

  Here, the sub CPU 301 serving as the mode selection means and the notification mode selection means mainly detects a signal (A signal, B signal, etc.) from the operation panel 11 and triggers the game mode and the notification according to the signals. A mode is selected.

  The program ROM 302 includes a control program (control data) for the sub CPU 301 to process and control the image control circuit 305 based on various commands output from the main control circuit 200, and a control for controlling the sound control circuit 306. A program, a control program for controlling the process of the lamp control circuit 307, data on a plurality of types of notification modes, and the like are stored.

  When the sub CPU 301 receives the variable display pattern command from the main control circuit 200, the sub CPU 301 sets control data corresponding to the received command.

  Here, the sub CPU 301 that is a display control means performs display control of a variable game that stops and displays a special symbol on the liquid crystal display device 21 based on a lottery result of the main CPU 201 that is a second lottery means. Do.

  Specifically, when the display control unit receives a variation display pattern command determined by the identification symbol variation display pattern determination unit or a command indicating a variation display stop symbol after the lottery by the second lottery unit. Display control of the changed game.

  Further, the sub CPU 301 changes data for instructing the image control circuit 305 with time so as to display special symbols and effect images in accordance with the effect patterns included in the set control data.

  The image control circuit 305 executes an instruction of the sub CPU 301 that is transmitted every predetermined time, so that, for example, a special symbol or effect image corresponding to the variable display pattern is displayed in the display area 21a.

  Here, an example of selection of the game mode will be described with reference to FIGS.

  FIGS. 16A to 16F are explanatory diagrams illustrating examples of images displayed in the display area according to the present embodiment.

  FIG. 16A is a display example of the display area 21a in the standby extended state or the standby state. When the A button 11a or the B button 11b is selected while the image as shown in FIG. 16A is displayed, a mode selection screen as shown in FIG. 16B is displayed in the display area 21a. The type of game mode and the type of notification mode are displayed.

  Here, by pressing the B button 11b with the cursor 500 in the beginner mode (display), the sub CPU 301 can select the beginner mode and the image notification mode. When the beginner mode and the image notification mode are selected, that effect is displayed in the display area 21a as shown in FIG.

  In the state where the beginner mode (display) is selected by the sub CPU 301, when the probability variation big hit occurs as shown in FIG. 16D and then the big hit gaming state ends, as shown in FIG. 16E. A game ball launching operation method (the phrase “please strike right”) is displayed in the display area 21a and notified. The notification of this launch operation method is performed until the end of the probability variation state (see FIG. 16F).

  Further, when the mode selection screen as shown in 15 (b) is displayed in the display area 21a, the cursor 500 can be moved to another position by pressing the A button 11a. For example, the cursor 500 can be set to the professional mode by pressing the A button 11a twice (see FIG. 17B). By pressing the B button 11b in this state, the sub CPU 301 is instructed to the professional mode. Can be selected. When the professional mode is selected, a message to that effect is displayed in the display area 21a as shown in FIG.

  In the state of the professional mode, as shown in FIGS. 17D to 17F, the game ball launching operation method (the word “Right-handed”) is not notified even when the probability variation big hit occurs.

  Further, the sub CPU 301 serving as a game state determination unit is a unit that determines whether or not the main CPU 201 is in a standby state in which a game control with a fixed game state is not performed.

  In this embodiment, the sub CPU 301 that is a gaming state determination unit determines whether or not the standby extension state command is received by checking whether or not the standby extension state command is received. For example, the sub CPU 301 includes standby time detection means for detecting the time of the demonstration display time, and the standby time detection means detects that the standby state (that is, the demonstration display time) continues for a certain time. Thus, the standby extended state may be determined.

  The work RAM 303 serves as a temporary storage unit when the sub CPU 301 performs processing control according to the control program, and includes a reception buffer area (not shown) for storing commands and the like transmitted from the main CPU 201, and processing. A work area (not shown) for storing data necessary for control is allocated.

  Furthermore, the work RAM 303 includes a mode identification flag indicating a game mode and a notification mode of the game mode, a standby state flag indicating whether or not a certain game is not being controlled.

  The mode identification flag is a flag indicating the game mode selected by the sub CPU 301 which is the mode selection means and the notification mode selection means and the notification mode of the game mode, and is a value indicating the beginner mode (display) in the initial state ( 01) is set.

  When the beginner mode (voice) is selected by the sub CPU 301 by operating the A button 11a, the B button 11b, or the like on the operation panel 11, a value (02) indicating the beginner mode (voice) is set in the mode identification flag. Is done. When the professional mode is selected by the sub CPU 301, a value (03) indicating the professional mode is set in the mode identification flag.

  When the game state determination means determines that the standby extension state is established, a value (01) indicating the beginner mode (display) is set in the mode identification flag.

  In response to an instruction from the sub CPU 301 (an instruction based on control data set in a predetermined work area of the work RAM 303 in response to a command received from the main control circuit 200), the image control circuit 305 displays in the display area 21a. This is for executing display such as a special symbol variation display. The image data ROM 305b for storing various image data and the corresponding image data are extracted from the image data ROM 305b according to the control from the sub CPU 301, and the extracted image is displayed. A VDP (Video Display Processor) 305a that generates data for executing special symbol variation display and effect image display based on the data, and a D / D that converts display image data generated by the VDP 305a into an analog signal A conversion circuit (D / A converter) 305d It comprises.

  For example, the image control circuit 305 performs an image display control process for causing the display area 21a to display a variation display of a special symbol corresponding to the result of the big hit determination, a display of an effect image, or the like based on an instruction from the sub CPU 301.

  Further, for example, the image data ROM 305b has special symbol image data for variably displaying a special symbol in the special symbol display area in the display area 21a, effect image data for displaying an effect image in the display area 21a, and a mode in the display area 21a. The mode selection image data for displaying the selection screen and the like, the launch operation method notification image data for displaying the game ball launch operation method in the display area 21a and the like are stored. Here, each image data includes a plurality of pixel data (data in dot units) necessary to display each image data in the display area 21a.

  Here, a VRAM 305c having two buffer areas is connected to the VDP 305a. The VDP 305a performs the following processing when generating data for executing display in the display area 21a based on an instruction from the sub CPU 301 transmitted every predetermined time (for example, 1/30 second). The VDP 305a reads predetermined image data from the image data ROM 305b, develops it to the VRAM 305c, and reads the decompressed image data from the VRAM 305c. Specifically, the VDP 305a performs expansion processing on one buffer area provided in the VRAM 305c, and reads image data that has already been expanded from the other buffer area. Next, the VDP 305 a switches between a buffer area to be expanded and a buffer area to be read based on an instruction from the sub CPU 301. The VDP 305a displays the read image data on the display area 21a via the D / A conversion circuit 305d.

  In this embodiment, a VRAM is used as a storage device for developing image data. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and other storage devices may be used. For example, an SDRAM that can read and write data at high speed may be used.

  Speakers 8 a and 8 b are connected to the audio control circuit 306. The sound control circuit 306 generates a sound signal based on the control of the sub CPU 301. The speakers 8a and 8b generate sound based on the input sound signal.

  A lamp / LED 39 a is connected to the lamp control circuit 307. The lamp control circuit 307 generates a signal based on the control of the sub CPU 301. The lamp / LED 39a displays lighting indications of lamps and LEDs (for example, normal symbol memory LED, special symbol memory LED, notification LEDs 30a, 30b, etc.) provided in various places of the gaming machine 1 based on this input signal. Do.

  Here, the speakers 8a and 8b, the lamp / LED 39a, and the above-described liquid crystal display device 21 serve as rendering means that produces an effect based on the control data set by the sub CPU 301.

  Each process in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled by the main control circuit 200 and the sub control circuit 300. The main control circuit 200 processes all or part of the processes controlled by the sub control circuit 300. Alternatively, the sub control circuit 300 may process all or part of the processing controlled by the main control circuit 200.

  Next, a processing procedure by the main control circuit 200 of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

  FIG. 4A is a flowchart showing a system timer interrupt processing procedure executed so as to interrupt the main process at a predetermined cycle (for example, 2 msec), and FIG. 4B shows the present embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the main process sequence of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in FIG.

  First, the system timer interrupt process will be described with reference to FIG.

  In step S100, the main CPU 201 saves the information stored in the register.

  In step S110, the main CPU 201 updates values such as the jackpot determination random number value, the jackpot symbol determination random number value, the normal hit determination random number value (normal lottery random number value), and the like.

  In step S120, the main CPU 201 performs switch input detection processing. Hereinafter, the switch input detection process will be specifically described.

  The main CPU 201 detects, via the I / O port 205, detection signals output from the start winning ports SW19a and 19b, the general winning port SW19Sb, the V / count SW19Sd, the count SW19Se, the passing gates SW19Sa and 19Saa, and the like. Then, the main CPU 201 that detects these detection signals executes the following processes (1) to (5) in accordance with the contents of the detected detection signals.

  (1) When the main CPU 201 detects a detection signal from the count SW 19Se via the I / O port 205, the main CPU 201 indicates the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening 15 during one round in the big hit gaming state. Count and update the winning prize counter. Note that one round means that, as described above, a predetermined time (for example, 29.5 seconds) elapses after the door of the grand prize opening 15 is opened, or the door of the big prize opening 15 is opened. This is a period from when the open state is reached until a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls enter the big prize opening 15.

  (2) When the main CPU 201 detects a detection signal from the V / count SW 19Sd via the I / O port 205, it detects that a game ball has passed through a specific area during one round in the big hit gaming state. At the same time, the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening 15 is counted, and the big prize opening prize counter is updated.

  (3) When the main CPU 201 detects a detection signal from the start winning port SW 19a, 19b provided in the first starting winning port 17 or the second starting winning port 18 through the I / O port 205, the main CPU 201 stores the winning memory. Check the value of the counter. If this value is 4 or less, for example, the random number lottery determination random value and the big hit symbol determination random number value are extracted, and the big hit determination random number value and the big hit symbol determination The random number value is stored as a winning memory in a winning memory area (to be described later) of the main RAM 203, and “1” is added to the value of the winning memory counter.

  When the value of the winning memory counter is 0, the special symbol variation display is not performed, and the number of suspended games (the number of retained winning memories) is 0. When the value of the winning memory counter is 1, it is in a state where the special symbol is displayed in a variable state, and the number of hold of the variable game is 0. When the counter value is 5, the special symbol variation display is being performed, and the special symbol storage LED indicates that the number of variation games held is four. Yes (that is, the special symbol memory LED displays a value obtained by subtracting “1” from the winning memory counter).

  (4) When the main CPU 201 detects a detection signal from the passage gate SW19Sa provided in the passage gate 13a or the passage gate SW19Saa provided in the passage gate 13b via the I / O port 205, the passage memory is stored. When the value of the counter is checked and this value is 4 or less, for example, a random lottery value for normal per lot is extracted by random lottery, and the random number for random lottery per normal is used as a pass memory, which will be described later in the main RAM 203. Store in the area.

  Further, the main CPU 201 may not be able to display normal symbols in the normal symbol display area (for example, when the symbols in the normal symbol display area are in variable display based on other normal winning lottery results). For example, a control command to display on the normal symbol memory LED that the passage memory exists is output to the sub-control circuit 300 until the variation display of the symbol in the normal symbol display area becomes possible.

  When the value of the passage memory counter is 0, the normal symbol variation display is not performed in the normal symbol display area, and the number of passage memories is zero. When the value of the passage memory counter is 1, the normal symbol variation display is performed in the normal symbol display area, and the number of passage memories is zero. Further, when the value of the counter is 5, it is a state in which the normal symbol variation display is being performed, and the normal symbol storage LED indicates that the number of passing memories is four.

  (5) When the main CPU 201 detects a detection signal from the pass gates SW19Sa and 19Saa via the I / O port 205, the main CPU 201 A winning lottery is performed and, based on the result of the normal winning lottery, a control command for displaying a variation in symbols in the normal symbol display area is output to the sub-control circuit 300.

  In step S130, the main CPU 201 is in a state where it is easy to accept the remaining variation display time of the normal symbols and special symbols that are variably displayed, the remaining display time of the displayed effect information image, the duration of the standby state, and the game ball. The remaining opening time of the second start winning opening 18 and the remaining opening time of the door of the large winning opening 15 are updated.

  Here, the main CPU 201, which is a command transmission means, generates and sets a standby extended state command when the duration of the standby state reaches a predetermined time (for example, 3 minutes).

  In step S140, the main CPU 201 outputs game information such as the number of game balls paid out as prize balls and the occurrence of a big hit to a hall computer installed in the game hall.

  In step S150, the main CPU 201 drives and controls solenoids such as the movable member SOL71S, the special winning opening SOL72S, and the seesaw SOL73S.

  In step S160, the main CPU 201 sends a command indicating a special symbol stop symbol, a variable display pattern command, a jackpot game start command, a jackpot game end command, a standby state command, a standby extended state command, other commands, and the like to the sub-control circuit. To 300.

  In step S170, the main CPU 201 instructs to display the number of winning memorized numbers such as the first starting winning port 17 and the second starting winning port 18 stored in the main RAM 203 in a predetermined area of the special symbol memory LED. Is output to the sub-control circuit 300, and further, a control command for instructing to display an error such as a broken ball or a full-bottom pan on a predetermined lamp, and other necessary control commands are output to the sub-control circuit 300.

  In step S180, the main CPU 201, which is a winning ball payout means, determines the type of winning hole that the game ball has won (second starting winning port 18, first starting winning port 17, general winning port 12, large winning port 15, etc.). In response, a control command such as a payout command signal for instructing to pay out a predetermined game ball as a prize ball is output to the payout control circuit 70a. Thereby, for example, when a game ball wins the second start winning opening 18, four paying balls are paid out as a winning ball from the payout device 82, and a game ball wins the first start winning opening 17. In this case, three game balls are paid out as prize balls from the payout device 82.

  In step S190, the main CPU 201 restores the information saved in step S100 to the register.

  Next, main processing by the main control circuit 200 will be described with reference to FIG.

  In step S <b> 10, the main CPU 201 restores or initializes various settings in the pachinko gaming machine 1 to the setting contents when the power was turned off last time.

  In step S20, the main CPU 201 executes a special symbol control process (see FIG. 5) which will be described later in detail.

  In step S30, the main CPU 201 executes a normal symbol control process (see FIG. 23), which will be described later in detail.

  In step S <b> 40, the main CPU 201 updates values such as a reach symbol determination random number and a loss symbol determination random number.

  The main CPU 201 repeats the processes from step S20 to step S40 described above.

  Next, the special symbol control process in step S20 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing the procedure of the special symbol control process.

  In step S20-1, the main CPU 201 executes a process of loading a control state flag. The control state flag is a flag indicating a game state in the special symbol game. The main CPU 201 determines whether or not to execute each process in step S20-2 to step S20-10 based on this control state flag.

  In step S20-2, the main CPU 201 performs a special symbol storage check process.

  Here, the specific symbol memory check process will be described in detail with reference to FIG. FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing the procedure of the special symbol storage check process in the present embodiment.

  In step S20-2-1, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the control state flag is a value (00) indicating a special symbol storage check, and as a result of the confirmation, the control state flag indicates a special symbol storage check. When the value is (00), the process proceeds to step S20-2-2. On the other hand, when the control state flag is not the value (00) indicating the special symbol storage check, the special symbol storage check process is terminated. .

  In step S20-2-2, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the winning storage number is “0”. If the result of this confirmation is that the winning storage number is “0”, step S20-2- On the other hand, if the winning storage number is not “0”, the process proceeds to step S20-2-4.

  In step S20-2-3, the main CPU 201 generates and sets a standby state command for instructing to display the demonstration effect information image. Note that the standby state command is generated when the gaming state is the standby state (the state where the special symbol variation display operation is not performed, the jackpot gaming state is not present, and no winning memory is stored).

  In step S20-2-4, the main CPU 201 sets a value (01) indicating special symbol variation display time management in the control state flag.

  In step S20-2-5, the main CPU 201 makes a jackpot determination based on the jackpot determination random number included in the winning memory.

  In step S20-2-6, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the result of the jackpot determination is to shift the gaming state to the jackpot gaming state (whether or not the jackpot has been won). If the determination result is to shift the gaming state to the jackpot gaming state, the process proceeds to step S20-2-9. On the other hand, the result of the jackpot determination is not to shift the gaming state to the jackpot gaming state Moves to the process of step S20-2-7.

  In step S20-2-7, the main CPU 201 performs a time reduction end determination process.

  Here, a specific description will be given of the short-time end determination process with reference to FIG. FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing a processing procedure of a time-short end determination process according to the present embodiment.

  In step S20-2-7-1, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the gaming state is a time saving state. The main CPU 201 proceeds to the process of step S20-2-7-2 when the gaming state is the time saving state, and ends the time saving end determination process when the gaming state is not the time saving state. .

  In step S20-2-7-2, the main CPU 201 subtracts “1” from the time reduction counter.

  In step S20-2-7-3, the main CPU 201 checks the value of the time reduction counter. The main CPU 201 proceeds to step S20-2-7-4 when the value of the hour / counter counter is “0”, and moves to step S20-2-7-4 when the value of the hour / hour counter is not “0”. Exit.

  In step S20-2-7-4, the main CPU 201 shifts the gaming state from the short-time state to the normal gaming state.

  In other words, in the present embodiment, the time-short state is executed when the special symbol variation display is performed a predetermined number of times (for example, the number of times set in the time-counter counter in step S20-9-50-1 (FIG. 28) described later (100 times)) When it is done, it ends.

  Again, a description will be given with reference to FIG. In step S20-2-8, the main CPU 201 determines a stop symbol indicating deviation based on a predetermined random number value.

  Specifically, the main CPU 201 determines whether or not to execute reach (reach variation display or the like) in the special symbol variation display based on the random number value extracted from the reach determination random number. As a result, when performing reach (reach variation display, etc.) in the special symbol variation display, the “left” and “right” symbols are determined based on the random number value extracted from the random number for determining the reach symbol. The “medium” symbol is determined based on the random number value extracted from the random number for determining the out-of-center symbol. Based on the determination, a stop symbol command is generated and set.

  On the other hand, the main CPU 201 determined not to execute the reach in the special symbol variation display, based on the random number values extracted from the random symbols for determining the off symbol corresponding to “left”, “middle”, and “right”, respectively. “Left”, “middle” and “right” symbols are determined. Based on the determination, a stop symbol command is generated and set.

  In step S20-2-9, the main CPU 201 determines a stop symbol (“left”, “middle”, “right”) indicating a big hit based on the big hit symbol determining random value included in the winning memory, and A stop symbol command is generated and set based on the determination.

  In step S20-2-10, the main CPU 201 performs a variable display pattern determination process.

  Here, the variable display pattern determination process will be specifically described with reference to FIG. FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing the processing procedure of the variable display pattern determination processing according to the present embodiment.

  In step S20-2-10-1, the main CPU 201, which is the fluctuation shortening means, determines whether or not the number of suspended variable games (the number of retained winning memories) is “3” or more, that is, winning It is confirmed whether or not the value of the storage counter is “4” or more. As a result of the confirmation, if the value of the winning memory counter is “4” or more, the main CPU 201 proceeds to the process of step S20-2-10-2 in order to shorten the time of the variable game. On the other hand, if the value of the winning storage counter is not “4” or more, the process proceeds to step S20-2-10-3.

  In step S20-2-10-2, the main CPU 201, which is a variation shortening unit, performs a variation display time shortening setting process.

  Specifically, the main CPU 201 sets a value (1) indicating a reduction in the variation time in the variation time reduction flag. Thereby, when the variable display time of the special symbol is determined, a table for shortening the variable display time (for example, the table of FIG. 15B or FIG. 15D) is referred to (that is, the table). By performing the processing of this step, the time of the variable game can be shortened).

  In step S20-2-10-3, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the gaming state is an open state increasing gaming state. When the gaming state is the open state increasing gaming state, the main CPU 201 proceeds to the processing of step S20-2-10-7. On the other hand, when the gaming state is not the open state increasing gaming state, the main CPU 201 proceeds to step S20-2-10-7. The process proceeds to S20-2-10-4.

  In step S20-2-10-4, the main CPU 201 confirms whether (1) is set in the variable time reduction flag. As a result of the confirmation, when (1) is set in the variation time reduction flag, the main CPU 201 proceeds to the process of step S20-2-10-6 in order to shorten the variation game time. On the other hand, if (1) is not set in the variation time reduction flag, the process proceeds to step S20-2-10-5.

  In step S20-2-10-5, the main CPU 201 determines a table to be referred to as a variable display pattern selection table (normal time) (see FIG. 15A).

  In step S20-2-10-6, the main CPU 201 determines a table to be referred to as a variable display pattern selection table (for normal time shortening) (see FIG. 15B).

  In step S20-2-10-7, the main CPU 201 confirms whether (1) is set in the variable time reduction flag. As a result of the confirmation, when (1) is set in the variation time reduction flag, the main CPU 201 proceeds to the process of step S20-2-10-8 in order to shorten the variation game time. On the other hand, if (1) is not set in the variation time reduction flag, the process proceeds to step S20-2-10-9.

  In step S20-2-10-8, the main CPU 201 determines a table to be referred to as a variable display pattern selection table (for shortening when the open state increases) (see FIG. 15D).

  In step S20-2-10-9, the main CPU 201 determines a table to be referred to as a variable display pattern selection table (when the open state increases) (see FIG. 15C).

  In step S20-2-10-10, the main CPU 201 performs processing for determining a special symbol variable display pattern and variable display time. Specifically, the main CPU 201 determines the variable display pattern and the variable display time based on the determined variable display pattern selection table and the random number value extracted by the random number generator.

  For example, when the variable display pattern selection table (normal time) is determined in step S20-2-10-5, that is, when the gaming state is the normal gaming state, the variable display pattern and the fluctuation are as follows. The display time is determined.

  First, the main CPU 201 extracts one random number value from random numbers generated from 0 to 99 by a random number generator. Then, the main CPU 201 compares the extracted random number value with the variation display pattern selection table (normal time) shown in FIG. 15A to determine the variation display pattern and variation display time of the special symbol. Based on the above, a variable display pattern command is generated and set.

  For example, if the result of the big hit determination does not shift the gaming state to the big hit gaming state and the reach is not executed in the special symbol fluctuation display, the main CPU 201 changes the “normal fluctuation” to the special symbol fluctuation display pattern. And “10 seconds” is determined as the variable display time, and a variable display pattern command is generated and set based on the determination.

  Further, the main CPU 201 determines that the result of the big hit determination does not shift the gaming state to the big hit gaming state, and the random number value extracted when executing the reach in the special symbol variation display is in the range of 0 to 69. If it is included, “Normal reach” is determined as a special symbol variable display pattern, and “10 seconds” is determined as a variable display time, and a variable display pattern command is generated and set based on the determination. To do. On the other hand, when the extracted random number value is included in the range of 70 to 99, “Super Reach” is determined as a special symbol variable display pattern, and “20 seconds” is determined as a variable display time. Based on the determination, a variation display pattern command is generated and set.

  Further, when the result of the jackpot determination is that the gaming state is shifted to the jackpot gaming state, the main CPU 201 sets the special symbol “normal reach” when the extracted random number value is included in the range of 0 to 39. The variable display pattern is determined, and “10 seconds” is determined as the variable display time, and a variable display pattern command is generated and set based on the determination. When the extracted random number value is included in the range of 40 to 94, “per super reach” is determined as a special symbol variable display pattern, and “20 seconds” is determined as a variable display time. To generate and set a variable display pattern command. Further, when the extracted random number value is included in the range of 95 to 99, “total rotation” is determined as a special symbol variable display pattern, and “20 seconds” is determined as a variable display time. To generate and set a variable display pattern command.

  Further, when the variable display pattern selection table (for normal time shortening) is determined in step S20-2-10-6, that is, to shorten the time of the variable game in the normal gaming state, the following is performed. Thus, the fluctuation display pattern and the fluctuation display time are determined.

  First, the main CPU 201 extracts one random number value from random numbers generated from 0 to 99 by a random number generator. Then, the main CPU 201 compares the extracted random number value with the fluctuation display pattern selection table (for normal time shortening) shown in FIG. 15B, determines the fluctuation display pattern and fluctuation display time of the special symbol, Based on the determination, a variation display pattern command is generated and set.

  For example, if the result of the big hit determination does not shift the gaming state to the big hit gaming state and the reach is not executed in the special symbol fluctuation display, the main CPU 201 changes the “normal fluctuation” to the special symbol fluctuation display pattern. And “5 seconds” is determined as the variable display time, and a variable display pattern command is generated and set based on the determination.

  Further, the main CPU 201 determines that the result of the big hit determination does not shift the gaming state to the big hit gaming state, and the random number value extracted when executing the reach in the special symbol variation display is in the range of 0 to 69. If it is included, “Normal reach” is determined as a special symbol variable display pattern, and “5 seconds” is determined as a variable display time, and a variable display pattern command is generated and set based on the determination. To do. On the other hand, when the extracted random number value is included in the range of 70 to 99, “Super Reach” is determined as a special symbol variable display pattern, and “20 seconds” is determined as a variable display time. Based on the determination, a variation display pattern command is generated and set.

  Further, when the result of the jackpot determination is that the gaming state is shifted to the jackpot gaming state, the main CPU 201 sets the special symbol “normal reach” when the extracted random number value is included in the range of 0 to 39. The variable display pattern is determined, and “5 seconds” is determined as the variable display time. Based on the determination, a variable display pattern command is generated and set. When the extracted random number value is included in the range of 40 to 94, “per super reach” is determined as a special symbol variable display pattern, and “20 seconds” is determined as a variable display time. To generate and set a variable display pattern command. Further, when the extracted random number value is included in the range of 95 to 99, “total rotation” is determined as a special symbol variable display pattern, and “20 seconds” is determined as a variable display time. To generate and set a variable display pattern command.

  On the other hand, when the variable display pattern selection table (when the open state increases) is determined in step S20-2-10-9, that is, when the gaming state is the open state increasing gaming state, the variation is as follows. A display pattern and a variable display time are determined.

  First, the main CPU 201 extracts one random number value from random numbers generated from 0 to 99 by a random number generator. Then, the main CPU 201 compares the extracted random number value with the fluctuation display pattern selection table (when the open state is increased) shown in FIG. 15C to determine the fluctuation display pattern and fluctuation display time of the special symbol, Based on the determination, a variation display pattern command is generated and set.

  For example, if the result of the big hit determination does not shift the gaming state to the big hit gaming state and the reach is not executed in the special symbol fluctuation display, the main CPU 201 changes the “normal fluctuation” to the special symbol fluctuation display pattern. And “4 seconds” is determined as the variable display time, and a variable display pattern command is generated and set based on the determination.

  Further, the main CPU 201 determines that the result of the big hit determination does not shift the gaming state to the big hit gaming state, and the random number value extracted when executing the reach in the special symbol variation display is in the range of 0 to 69. If it is included, “normal reach” is determined as the variable display pattern of the special symbol, and “4 seconds” is determined as the variable display time. Based on the determination, a variable display pattern command is generated and set. To do. On the other hand, when the extracted random number value is included in the range of 70 to 99, “Super Reach” is determined as a special symbol variable display pattern, and “20 seconds” is determined as a variable display time. Based on the determination, a variation display pattern command is generated and set.

  Further, when the result of the jackpot determination is that the gaming state is shifted to the jackpot gaming state, the main CPU 201 sets the special symbol “normal reach” when the extracted random number value is included in the range of 0 to 39. The variable display pattern is determined, and “4 seconds” is determined as the variable display time. Based on the determination, a variable display pattern command is generated and set. When the extracted random number value is included in the range of 40 to 94, “per super reach” is determined as a special symbol variable display pattern, and “20 seconds” is determined as a variable display time. To generate and set a variable display pattern command. Further, when the extracted random number value is included in the range of 95 to 99, “total rotation” is determined as a special symbol variable display pattern, and “20 seconds” is determined as a variable display time. To generate and set a variable display pattern command.

  Further, when the variable display pattern selection table (for shortening when the open state increases) is determined in step S20-2-10-8, that is, when the time for the variable game is shortened in the open state increasing gaming state, The variation display pattern and the variation display time are determined as follows.

  First, the main CPU 201 extracts one random number value from random numbers generated from 0 to 99 by a random number generator. Then, the main CPU 201 compares the extracted random number value with the variation display pattern selection table (for shortening when the open state increases) shown in FIG. 15D, and determines the variation display pattern and variation display time of the special symbol. Then, the variable display pattern command is generated and set based on the determination.

  For example, if the result of the big hit determination does not shift the gaming state to the big hit gaming state and the reach is not executed in the special symbol fluctuation display, the main CPU 201 changes the “normal fluctuation” to the special symbol fluctuation display pattern. And “2 seconds” is determined as the variable display time, and a variable display pattern command is generated and set based on the determination.

  Further, the main CPU 201 determines that the result of the big hit determination does not shift the gaming state to the big hit gaming state, and the random number value extracted when executing the reach in the special symbol variation display is in the range of 0 to 69. If it is included, “normal reach” is determined as the variable display pattern of the special symbol, and “2 seconds” is determined as the variable display time. Based on the determination, a variable display pattern command is generated and set. To do. On the other hand, when the extracted random number value is included in the range of 70 to 99, “Super Reach” is determined as a special symbol variable display pattern, and “20 seconds” is determined as a variable display time. Based on the determination, a variation display pattern command is generated and set.

  Further, when the result of the jackpot determination is that the gaming state is shifted to the jackpot gaming state, the main CPU 201 sets the special symbol “normal reach” when the extracted random number value is included in the range of 0 to 39. The variable display pattern is determined, and “2 seconds” is determined as the variable display time. Based on the determination, a variable display pattern command is generated and set. When the extracted random number value is included in the range of 40 to 94, “per super reach” is determined as a special symbol variable display pattern, and “20 seconds” is determined as a variable display time. To generate and set a variable display pattern command. Further, when the extracted random number value is included in the range of 95 to 99, “total rotation” is determined as a special symbol variable display pattern, and “20 seconds” is determined as a variable display time. To generate and set a variable display pattern command.

  As described above, when (1) is set to the fluctuation time reduction flag in step S20-2-10-2, the fluctuation display at the time of execution of “normal fluctuation”, “normal reach”, or “per normal reach” is performed. Time is shortened.

    Again, a description will be given with reference to FIG. In step S20-2-11, the main CPU 201 sets the variable display time determined by the processing in step S20-2-10-10 to the waiting time timer. Thereby, the special symbol variation display on the liquid crystal display device 21 is started.

  The special symbol variation display is performed based on the variation display pattern determined in step S20-2-10-10 during the variation display time set in step S20-2-11. When the variable display time ends, the special symbol that is displayed in a variable manner stops with the symbol based on the stop symbol command being displayed.

  In step S20-2-12, the main CPU 201 erases the random number value and the like used for the special symbol storage check process this time from a predetermined storage area.

  In step S20-3, the main CPU 201 determines that the control state flag is a value (01) indicating special symbol variation display time management and the value of the waiting time timer in which the variation display time is set is “0”. The special symbol variation display is ended, a value (02) indicating the special symbol display time management process is set in the control state flag, and a waiting time after determination (for example, 1 second) is set in the waiting time timer.

  In step S20-3, the main CPU 201 performs a special symbol variation display time management process.

  Here, the specific symbol variation display time management process will be specifically described with reference to FIG. FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing the processing procedure of the special symbol variation display time management processing according to the present embodiment.

  In step S20-3-1, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the control state flag is a value (01) indicating special symbol variation display time management. When the control state flag is the value (01) indicating the special symbol variation display time management, the main CPU 201 proceeds to the process of step S20-3-2, while the control state flag is the special symbol variation display time. If it is not the value (01) indicating management, the special symbol variation display time management process is terminated.

  In step S20-3-2, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the value of the waiting time timer in which the variable display time is set is “0”. When the value of the waiting time timer in which the variable display time is set is “0”, the main CPU 201 proceeds to the process of step S20-3-3 to end the special symbol variable display. On the other hand, when the value of the waiting time timer in which the variable display time is set is not “0”, the process proceeds to step S20-3-5 in order to continue the special symbol variable display.

  In step S20-3-3, the main CPU 201 sets a value (02) indicating the special symbol display time management process in the control state flag. When (1) is set to the variable time reduction flag, (0) is set to the variable time reduction flag. As a result, the special symbol variation display on the liquid crystal display device 21 is completed.

  In step S20-3-4, the main CPU 201 sets a waiting time after determination (for example, 1 second) in the waiting time timer.

  In step S20-4, the main CPU 201 performs a special symbol display time management process.

  Here, the specific symbol display time management process will be specifically described with reference to FIG. FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing the processing procedure of the special symbol display time management processing according to the present embodiment.

  In step S20-4-1, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the control state flag is a value (02) indicating special symbol display time management. When the control state flag is a value (02) indicating special symbol display time management, the main CPU 201 proceeds to the process of step S20-4-2, and the control state flag is a value indicating special symbol display time management. If not (02), the process in the special symbol display time management process is terminated.

  In step S20-4-2, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the value of the waiting time timer in which the waiting time after determination is set is “0”. When the value of the waiting time timer for which the waiting time after determination is set is “0”, the main CPU 201 proceeds to the processing of step S20-4-3, and the waiting time for which the waiting time after determination is set. If the timer value is not “0”, the special symbol display time management process is terminated.

  In step S20-4-3, it is confirmed whether or not the result of the big hit determination in step S20-2-5 (FIG. 6) is to shift the gaming state to the big hit gaming state. As a result, when the gaming state is to be shifted to the big hit gaming state, the process proceeds to step S20-4-6. On the other hand, when the gaming state is not to be shifted to the big hit gaming state, step S20- Move on to processing 4-5.

  In step S20-4-5, the main CPU 201 sets a value (08) indicating the special symbol game end process to the control state flag, and ends the process in the special symbol display time management process.

  In step S20-4-6, the main CPU 201 shifts the gaming state to the normal gaming state.

  In step S20-4-7, the main CPU 201 sets a value (03) indicating the big hit start interval management process in the control state flag.

  In step S20-4-8, the main CPU 201 generates and sets a jackpot game start command.

  In step S20-4-9, the main CPU 201 sets a time (for example, 10 seconds) corresponding to the big hit start interval in the waiting time timer.

  In step S20-5, the main CPU 201 sets the control state flag to a value (03) indicating the big hit start interval management process, and the value of the waiting time timer in which the time corresponding to the big hit start interval is set is “0”. If it is, the special winning opening SOL72S is controlled so that the door of the special winning opening 15 is opened. The main CPU 201 sets a value (04) indicating the process for opening the big prize opening in the control state flag, and sets the upper opening limit time (for example, 30 seconds) in the big prize opening time timer.

  In step S20-6, when the control state flag is a value (04) indicating the process for opening the big winning opening, the value of the big winning opening time timer in which the opening upper limit time is set is “0”. It is confirmed whether or not there is a condition that there is a certain condition, or a condition that ten or more game balls have entered the special winning opening 15. Here, when one of the two conditions is satisfied, the main CPU 201 controls the special winning opening SOL72S so as to close the door of the special winning opening 15, and further monitors the remaining balls in the special winning opening. A value (05) indicating the process is set in the control state flag, and the remaining ball monitoring time (for example, 1 second) in the special winning opening is set in the waiting time timer.

  In step S20-7, the main CPU 201 performs a special winning opening residual ball monitoring process.

  Here, a specific description will be given of the process for monitoring the residual ball in the special winning opening using FIG. FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing the processing procedure of the special winning opening residual ball monitoring processing in the present embodiment.

  In step S20-7-1, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the control state flag is a value (05) indicating the special winning opening residual ball monitoring process. When the control status flag is a value (05) indicating the special winning opening residual ball monitoring process, the main CPU 201 proceeds to the processing of step S20-7-2, and the control status flag is the special winning prize residual ball monitoring. If it is not the value (05) indicating the process, the process in the special winning opening residual ball monitoring process is terminated.

  In step S20-7-2, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the value of the waiting time timer in which the winning ball residual ball monitoring time is set is “0”. When the value of the waiting time timer is “0”, the main CPU 201 proceeds to the processing of step S20-7-3, and when the value of the waiting time timer is not “0”, the main CPU 201 remains in the big prize opening. The process in the sphere monitoring process is terminated.

  In step S <b> 20-7-3, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the game ball has passed through the specific area provided in the special winning opening 15. Then, when the game ball passes through the specific area provided in the special winning opening 15, the main CPU 201 proceeds to the process of step S20-7-4 and sets the specific area provided in the special winning opening 15. If the game ball has not passed, the process proceeds to step S20-7-5.

  In step S20-7-4, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the value of the special winning opening opening number counter is 15 or more. The main CPU 201 proceeds to the process of step S20-7-5 when the value of the special winning opening opening number counter is 15 or more, and when the value of the special winning opening release number counter is less than 15, The process proceeds to step S20-7-7.

  In step S20-7-5, the main CPU 201 sets a value (07) indicating the big hit end interval in the control state flag, and then generates and sets a big hit game end command.

  In step S20-7-6, the main CPU 201 sets a time corresponding to the jackpot end interval (for example, 5 seconds) in the waiting time timer.

  In step S20-7-7, the main CPU 201 sets a value (06) indicating the waiting time management before reopening the big winning opening to the control state flag.

  In step S20-7-8, the main CPU 201 sets a time (for example, 10 seconds) corresponding to the interval between rounds in the waiting time timer.

  In step S20-8, the main CPU 201 sets the control state flag to a value (06) indicating the special winning opening reopening waiting time, and the value of the waiting time timer in which the time corresponding to the interval between rounds is set is “0”. In the case of, "1" is added to the value of the special winning opening opening number counter. In addition, the main CPU 201 sets a value (04) indicating the process for opening the big prize opening to the control state flag, and sets the upper opening limit time (for example, 30 seconds) to the big prize opening time timer.

  In step S20-9, the main CPU 201 performs jackpot end interval processing.

  Here, the jackpot end interval processing will be specifically described with reference to FIG. FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing a processing procedure of the jackpot end interval processing in the present embodiment.

  In step S20-9-1, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the control state flag is a value (07) indicating a big hit end interval. When the control state flag is a value (07) indicating the jackpot end interval, the main CPU 201 proceeds to the processing of step S20-9-2, and the control state flag is not a value (07) indicating the jackpot end interval. In the case, the process in the big hit end interval process is ended.

  In step S20-9-2, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the value of the waiting time timer in which the time corresponding to the jackpot end interval is set is “0”. Then, when the value of the waiting time timer in which the time corresponding to the jackpot end interval is set is “0”, the main CPU 201 proceeds to the processing of step S20-9-3 and sets the time corresponding to the jackpot end interval. When the value of the waiting time timer for which is set is not “0”, the processing in the jackpot end interval processing is ended.

    In step S20-9-3, the main CPU 201 sets a value (08) indicating a special symbol game end process in the control state flag.

  In step S20-9-4, the main CPU 201 determines whether or not the stop symbol indicating a big hit is a special display mode in which three predetermined numbers and symbols such as “7” and “3” are arranged, that is, a predetermined display mode. Check if the probability variation condition is satisfied. When the predetermined probability variation condition is not satisfied, the main CPU 201 proceeds to the process of step S20-9-5. When the predetermined probability variation condition is satisfied, the main CPU 201 proceeds to step S20-9-. The process proceeds to 6.

  In step S20-9-5, the main CPU 201 shifts the gaming state to the normal gaming state or the time saving state. In the step, when shifting to the time reduction state, the main CPU 201 sets (100) to the time reduction counter.

  In step S20-9-6, the main CPU 201 shifts the gaming state to the probability variation state.

  In step S20-10, when the control state flag is a value (08) indicating the special symbol game end process, the main CPU 201 subtracts “1” from the prize storage counter. The main CPU 201 shifts the data stored in the special symbol storage areas (“1” to “4”) to the special symbol storage areas (“0” to “3”), respectively, and also stores the special symbol storage. A value (00) indicating the check process is set in the control state flag.

  The special symbol memory area is a special jackpot random number that is assigned to the main RAM 203 and is extracted on the condition that a game ball has won the first start winning opening 17 or the second starting winning opening 18. It is a winning storage area that is stored in order from the symbol storage area “0”. Also, the jackpot determination random number value stored in the special symbol storage area (“1” to “4”) corresponds to the above-mentioned winning storage, and the jackpot determination stored in the special symbol storage area “0”. The random number for use is used for jackpot determination in step S20-2-5.

  Next, the normal symbol control process in step S30 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing the procedure of the normal symbol control process according to this embodiment.

  In step S30-1, the main CPU 201 executes processing for loading the normal symbol control state flag. The normal symbol control state flag is a flag indicating the state of the game in the normal symbol game, and the main CPU 201 executes each process in steps S30-2 to S30-6 based on the normal symbol control state flag. Determine whether to execute.

  In step S30-2, the main CPU 201 performs a normal symbol storage check process (see FIG. 24), which will be described later in detail. Here, the normal lottery process is mainly performed. Then, according to the result of the lottery process, determination of a normal symbol stop symbol, a normal symbol variation display pattern, a regular symbol variation display time, and the like is performed.

  In step S30-3, the main CPU 201 indicates that the normal symbol control state flag is a value (01) indicating normal symbol variation time management, and the value of the normal symbol waiting time timer in which the variation display time of the ordinary symbol is set is “0”. ”, The normal symbol variation display is terminated, a value (02) indicating normal symbol display time management is set in the normal symbol control state flag, and a waiting time after determination (for example, 0.5 Second) is set to the normal symbol waiting time timer.

  In step S30-4, the main CPU 201 performs a normal symbol display time management process (see FIG. 25), which will be described later in detail. Here, the setting for opening the second start winning opening 18 is mainly performed.

  In step S30-5, the main CPU 201 performs a normal power release process (see FIG. 26), which will be described later in detail. Here, the process which makes the 2nd start winning opening 18 open is mainly performed.

  Next, the normal symbol memory check process in step S30-2 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing the processing procedure of the normal symbol storage check process according to the present embodiment.

  In step S30-2-1, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the normal symbol control state flag is a value (00) indicating a normal symbol storage check. If the normal symbol control state flag is a value (00) indicating the normal symbol storage check, the main CPU 201 proceeds to the process of step S30-2-2, and the normal symbol control state flag performs the normal symbol storage check. If it is not the indicated value (00), the normal symbol storage check process is terminated.

  In step S30-2-2, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the value of the passing memory counter is “0” (that is, whether or not the number of reserved memories is “0”). When the value of the passage memory counter is “0”, the process proceeds to step S30-2-3. On the other hand, when the value of the passage memory counter is not “0”, the process proceeds to step S30-2-4. .

  In step S <b> 30-2-3, the main CPU 201 generates and sets a normal symbol demo effect command for instructing to execute a normal symbol demo effect display in the normal symbol display area. The normal symbol demonstration effect command is generated when the normal symbol variation display operation is not performed in the normal symbol display area and there is no reserved memory. Further, this command is output to the sub-control circuit 300 at a predetermined transmission timing (for example, step 160).

  In step S30-2-4, the main CPU 201, which is the first lottery means, performs the normal winning lottery based on the normal winning lottery random value included in the reserved storage.

  In addition, the normal lottery table is different depending on whether the gaming state is the normal gaming state or the gaming state is the open state increasing gaming state (probability variation state or short-time state). Yes. In other words, the normal lottery table referred to in the open state increased gaming state has a larger number of normal per lottery values than the normal per lottery table referred to in the normal gaming state, so that it is easier to win a normal win. Yes.

  In the present embodiment, in the open state increased gaming state, the normal winning lottery table with a lot of normal winning lottery values is referred to as described above, so that it is easy to win the normal winning. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The winning probability in the open state increased game state and the normal game state may be set to the same rate, and the fluctuation display time of the normal symbol in the open state increased game state may be shortened compared to that in the normal game state.

  In step S30-2-5, the main CPU 201 determines the stop symbol of the normal symbol in the normal symbol display area based on the lottery result performed in step S30-2-4, and stops normal stop based on the determination. Generate and set a design command.

  For example, when the lottery result performed in step S30-2-4 is a normal hit, a stop symbol indicating a normal hit is determined, and a normal stop symbol command is generated and set based on the determination. . On the other hand, when the lottery result performed in step S30-2-4 is not normal, a stop symbol indicating a loss is determined, and a normal stop symbol command is generated and set based on the determination.

  In step S30-2-6, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the gaming state is an open state increasing gaming state (probability variation state or short time state). Then, when the gaming state is the open state increasing gaming state (probability variation state or short time state), the main CPU 201 proceeds to the processing of step S30-2-8, while the gaming state is the opening state increasing gaming state ( If it is not the probability variation state or the short time state, the process proceeds to step S30-2-7.

  In step S30-2-7, the main CPU 201 determines a normal symbol variation display pattern by random lottery, and generates and sets a normal symbol variation display pattern command based on the determination. In step S30-2-7, the waiting time (30 seconds) is set in the normal symbol waiting time timer.

  Here, the normal symbol variation display is performed based on the determined normal symbol variation display pattern during the time set in the normal symbol waiting time timer. When the value of the normal symbol waiting time timer becomes “0”, the normal symbol that is variably displayed stops in a state where the symbol based on the normal stop symbol command is displayed.

  In step S30-2-8, the main CPU 201 determines a normal symbol variation display pattern by random lottery, and generates and sets a normal symbol variation display pattern command based on the determination. In step S30-2-8, the waiting time (6 seconds) is set in the normal symbol waiting time timer.

  In step S30-2-9, the main CPU 201 sets a value (01) indicating normal symbol variation time management in the normal symbol control state flag.

  In step S30-2-10, the main CPU 201 erases the random number value and the like used in the normal symbol storage check process this time from a predetermined storage area.

  Next, the normal symbol display time management process in step S30-4 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing a processing procedure of normal symbol display time management processing according to the present embodiment.

  In step S30-4-1, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the normal symbol control state flag is a value (02) indicating normal symbol display time management. If the value is (02) indicating the normal symbol display time management, the main CPU 201 proceeds to the process of step S30-4-2, and if not the value (02) indicating the normal symbol display time management, The normal symbol display time management process is terminated.

  In step S30-4-2, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the value of the normal symbol waiting time timer is “0”. On the other hand, when the value of the normal symbol waiting time timer is “0”, the main CPU 201 proceeds to the process of step S30-4-3, while when the value of the normal symbol waiting time timer is not “0”. Finishes the normal symbol display time management process.

  In step S30-4-3, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the normal winning is won as a result of the normal winning lottery performed in step S30-2-4. The main CPU 201 proceeds to the process of step S30-4-5 when winning in the normal win, and moves to the process of step S30-4-4 in the case of not winning in the normal win.

  In step S30-4-4, the main CPU 201 sets a value (04) indicating the end of the normal symbol game in the normal symbol control state flag, and ends the normal symbol display time management process.

  In step S30-4-5, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the gaming state is an open state increasing gaming state (probability variation state or short time state). Then, when the gaming state is the open state increasing gaming state (probability variation state or short time state), the main CPU 201 proceeds to the processing of step S30-4-6, while the gaming state is the opening state increasing gaming state ( If it is not the probability variation state or the short time state, the process proceeds to step S30-4-7.

  In step S30-4-6, the main CPU 201 sets “2” in the value of the ordinary electric utility remaining release number counter and sets the release time (2.2 seconds) in the normal electric utility release time flag. As a result, the variable wings 18a and 18b provided in the ordinary electric accessory 18 are opened twice for 2.2 seconds in the ordinary electric combination opening process described later.

  In step S30-4-7, the main CPU 201 sets “1” to the value of the ordinary electric utility remaining release number counter and sets the release time (0.2 seconds) to the normal electric utility release time flag. As a result, the variable wings 18a and 18b provided in the ordinary electric accessory 18 are opened once for 0.2 seconds in the ordinary electric role releasing process described later.

  In step S30-4-8, the main CPU 201 sets an opening waiting time (6.7 seconds) in the normal electric utility opening waiting time timer.

  In step S30-4-9, the main CPU 201 sets a value (03) indicating the release of the normal power combination to the normal symbol control state flag, and ends the normal symbol display time management process.

  Next, the ordinary electric charge releasing process in step S30-5 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing the first stage of the processing procedure of the ordinary electric charge releasing process according to the present embodiment.

  In step S <b> 30-5-1, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the normal symbol control state flag is a value (03) indicating that the normal power combination is released. On the other hand, if the normal symbol control state flag is a value (03) indicating that the normal symbol control state is released, the main CPU 201 proceeds to the process of step S30-5-2, while the normal symbol control state flag indicates that the normal symbol control state flag is the normal symbol combination. If it is not the value indicating the release (03), the normal power combination release process is terminated.

  In step S30-5-2, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not an opening waiting time is set in the normal electric utility opening waiting time timer. As a result of the confirmation, if the release waiting time is set, the process proceeds to step S30-5-3 (FIG. 27). On the other hand, if the release waiting time is not set, step S30-5-5 is executed. The process proceeds to 6.

  In step S30-5-3, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the value of the normal electric utility release waiting time timer is “0”. Then, when the value of the normal power combination release waiting time timer is “0”, the main CPU 201 proceeds to the process of step S30-5-4, and the value of the normal power combination release waiting time timer is not “0”. In such a case, the normal power combination release process is terminated.

  In step S30-5-4, the main CPU 201 sets the release time set in the normal power release time flag in the normal power release time timer.

  In step S30-5-5, the main CPU 201 opens the variable wings 18a and 18b and switches the second start winning opening 18 to the open state.

  Again, a description will be given with reference to FIG. In step S30-5-6, the main CPU 201 confirms the value of the ordinary electric winning prize counter. Then, when the value of the ordinary electric winning prize counter is 4 or more, the main CPU 201 proceeds to step S30-5-8 to close the second start winning opening 18 and sets the ordinary electric winning prize counter. If the value is 4 or less, the process proceeds to step S30-5-7.

  In step S30-5-7, the main CPU 201 confirms whether or not the value of the normal electric utility opening time timer is “0”. Then, when the value of the normal electric utility opening time timer is “0”, the main CPU 201 proceeds to the process of step S30-5-8 in order to close the second start winning prize opening 18, If the value of the normal power combination release time timer is not “0”, the normal power combination release processing is terminated.

  In the normal gaming state, when the value of the normal electric service opening time timer becomes “0”, it means that 0.2 seconds have elapsed since the opening of the variable wings 18a and 18b. On the other hand, when the value of the normal electric service opening time timer becomes “0” in the open state increased gaming state (probability variation state or short time state), 2.2 seconds have elapsed after the variable wings 18a and 18b are opened. It means that it has passed.

  In step S30-5-8, the main CPU 201 closes the variable wings 18a and 18b and switches the second start winning opening 18 to the closed state. Further, the main CPU 201 sets “0” to the value of the ordinary power combination winning counter, and subtracts “1” from the value of the remaining number of remaining ordinary power combination counter.

  In step S30-5-9, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the ordinary electric utility remaining opening number counter is “0”. As a result of the confirmation, if the value of the normal electric utility remaining opening number counter is “0”, the main CPU 201 proceeds to the processing of step S30-5-11, while the value of the normal electric service remaining opening number counter is If it is not “0”, the process proceeds to step S30-5-10 in order to open the second start winning award 18 again.

  In step S30-5-10, an opening waiting time (6.7 seconds) is set in the normal electric utility opening waiting time timer.

  In step S30-5-11, the main CPU 201 sets a value (04) indicating the end of the normal symbol game in the normal symbol control state flag.

  In step S30-6, the main CPU 201 subtracts “1” from the value of the passing memory counter when the normal symbol control state flag is a value (04) indicating the end of the normal symbol game. The main CPU 201 shifts the data stored in the normal symbol storage areas (“1” to “4”) to the normal symbol storage areas (“0” to “3”), respectively, and also stores the normal symbol storage. A value (00) indicating the check process is set in the normal symbol control state flag.

  The normal symbol storage area is assigned to the main RAM 203 and the random numbers for normal lottery extracted on the condition that the game balls have passed through the passing gates 13a and 13b are from the normal symbol storage area “0”. It is a reserved storage area that is stored in order. Also, the random number for normal lottery stored in the normal symbol storage area (“1” to “4”) corresponds to the reserved storage displayed on the normal symbol storage LED, and the normal symbol storage area “0”. The random number value for the normal winning lottery stored in is used for the normal winning lottery in step S30-2-4.

  Next, the main process by the sub-control circuit 300 and the command reception interrupt process executed to interrupt the main process when a command from the main control circuit 200 is received will be described. FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing the processing procedure of the command reception interrupt processing according to the embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 11 shows the processing procedure of the main processing by the sub control circuit of the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention. It is a flowchart.

  First, the command reception interrupt process will be described with reference to FIG. This command reception interrupt is generated every time the sub control circuit 300 receives a command from the main control circuit 200.

  In step S201, the sub CPU 301 saves the information stored in the register in order to interrupt the currently executing process (main process described later).

  In step S202, the sub CPU 301 receives a command from the main CPU 201 received via the command input port 304 (for example, a variable display pattern command, a big hit game start command, a big hit game end command, a standby state command, a standby extended state command, etc.). Are stored in the reception buffer area of the work RAM 303.

  In step S203, the sub CPU 301 restores the information saved in step S201 to the register. As a result, the suspended process can be resumed.

  Next, the main process of the sub control circuit 300 of this embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

  In step S210, the sub CPU 301 performs an initialization process for initializing various settings, and then executes an effect switch input process, and further executes a command analysis process.

  Here, the effect switch input process in step S220 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing the processing procedure of the effect switch input processing.

  In step S220-1, the sub CPU 301 confirms whether or not an A signal is input from the operation panel 11. When the A signal is input from the operation panel 11, the sub CPU 301 proceeds to the process of step S220-7. When the A signal is not input from the operation panel 11, the sub CPU 301 performs the process of step S220-2. Move on.

  In step S220-2, the sub CPU 301 confirms whether or not a B signal is input from the operation panel 11. Then, when the B signal is input from the operation panel 11, the sub CPU 301 proceeds to the process of step S220-2. When the B signal is not input from the operation panel 11, the sub CPU 301 performs the effect switch input time process. finish.

  In step S220-3, the sub CPU 301 confirms whether or not the gaming state is a standby state or a standby extended state. The sub CPU 301 proceeds to the process of step S220-4 when the gaming state is in the standby state or the standby extended state, and when the gaming state is not in the standby state or the standby extended state. The process at the time of effect switch input ends.

  In step S220-4, the sub CPU 301 confirms whether or not the mode selection screen is displayed in the display area 21a. If the mode selection screen is displayed in the display area 21a, the sub CPU 301 proceeds to the process of step S220-5. If the mode selection screen is not displayed in the display area 21a, the sub CPU 301 executes step S220-. The process proceeds to 9.

  In step S220-5, the sub CPU 301 performs a mode selection process.

  Specifically, processing for selecting a game mode and a notification mode indicated by the cursor 500 displayed in the display area 21a is performed.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 16B, when the cursor 500 indicates the beginner mode (display), the game mode selected by the sub CPU 301 is set to the beginner mode, and the notification mode selected by the sub CPU 301 is the image notification mode. And a value (01) indicating the beginner mode (display) is set in the mode identification flag.

  When the cursor 500 indicates the beginner mode (voice), the game mode selected by the sub CPU 301 is changed to the beginner mode, the notification mode selected by the sub CPU 301 is changed to the voice notification mode, and the mode identification flag is set. A value (02) indicating the beginner mode (voice) is set.

  When the cursor 500 indicates the professional mode (see FIG. 17B), the game mode selected by the sub CPU 301 is changed to the professional mode, and a value (03) indicating the professional mode is set in the mode identification flag. set.

  In step S220-6, the sub CPU 301 sets control data corresponding to the game mode and notification mode selected in step S220-5.

  In step S220-7, the sub CPU 301 confirms whether or not the gaming state is a standby state or a standby extended state. Then, if the gaming state is in the standby state or the standby extension state, the sub CPU 301 proceeds to the processing of step S220-8, and if the gaming state is not in the standby state or the standby extension state. The process at the time of effect switch input ends.

  In step S220-8, the sub CPU 301 confirms whether or not the mode selection screen is displayed in the display area 21a. If the mode selection screen is displayed in the display area 21a, the sub CPU 301 proceeds to the process of step S220-10. If the mode selection screen is not displayed in the display area 21a, the sub CPU 301 proceeds to step S220-. The process proceeds to 9.

  In step S220-9, the sub CPU 301 sets control data for displaying the mode selection screen in the work area of the work RAM 303.

  Thereby, in the image display control process in step S240 described later, the sub CPU 301 instructs the image control circuit 305 to display the mode selection screen (see FIG. 16B and FIG. 17B). Is changed over time. The image control circuit 305 displays the mode selection screen in the display area 21a of the liquid crystal display device 21 by executing the above instruction transmitted every predetermined time.

  In step S <b> 220-10, the sub CPU 301 sets control data for moving the cursor 500 in the work area of the work RAM 303.

  Thereby, in the image display control process in step S240 described later, the sub CPU 301 instructs the image control circuit 305 to move the cursor 500 on the mode selection screen (see FIGS. 16B and 17B). The data for changing over time. The image control circuit 305 moves the cursor 500 in the display area 21a of the liquid crystal display device 21 by executing the above instruction transmitted every predetermined time.

  Next, the command analysis processing in step S230 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing the first stage of the command analysis processing procedure.

  In step S230-1, the sub CPU 301 determines whether or not a command is stored in the reception buffer. If the result of this determination is that a command is stored in the reception buffer, the process proceeds to step S230-2. On the other hand, if no command is stored in the reception buffer, the command analysis processing is terminated.

  In step S230-2, the sub CPU 301 reads a command from the reception buffer.

  In step S230-3, the sub CPU 301 determines whether or not the read command is a standby state command. If the result of this determination is that it is a standby state command, the sub CPU 301 proceeds to the processing of step S230-9. If it is not a standby state command, the process proceeds to step S230-4.

  In step S230-4, the sub CPU 301 determines whether or not the read command is a variable display pattern command. If the result of this determination is that it is a variable display pattern command, the process proceeds to step S230-8. On the other hand, if it is not a variable display pattern command, the process proceeds to step S230-5.

  In step S230-5, the sub CPU 301 determines whether or not the read command is a jackpot game start command. If the command is a jackpot game start command as a result of the determination, the process proceeds to step S230-6. On the other hand, if it is not a big hit game start command, the process proceeds to step S230-10 (FIG. 14).

  In step S230-6, the sub CPU 301 executes predetermined processing based on the jackpot game start command.

  That is, the sub CPU 301 sets control data corresponding to the received jackpot game start command in the work area of the work RAM 303.

  In step S230-7, the sub CPU 301 executes notification end processing.

  That is, if the launch operation method is notified, the sub CPU 301 sets control data for ending the notification of the game ball launch operation method by the launch operation method notifying means in the work area of the work RAM 303. Thereby, the notification of the game ball launching operation method ends.

  In step S230-8, the sub CPU 301 executes predetermined processing based on the variable display pattern command.

  That is, the sub CPU 301 sets control data corresponding to the received variable display pattern command in the work area of the work RAM 303.

  In step S230-9, the sub CPU 301 executes predetermined processing based on the standby state command.

  That is, the sub CPU 301 sets control data corresponding to the received standby state command in the work area of the work RAM 303.

  Thereby, in the image display control process of step S240 described later, the sub CPU 301 instructs the image control circuit 305 to perform the demonstration effect display according to the standby state pattern included in the control data corresponding to the standby state command. The data of is changed over time.

  The image control circuit 305 executes the above instruction transmitted every predetermined time, whereby a demonstration effect is displayed in the display area 21a of the liquid crystal display device 21.

  Next, steps after step S230-10 will be described with reference to FIG. In step S230-10, the sub CPU 301 determines whether or not the read command is a jackpot game end command. If the command is a jackpot game end command, the process proceeds to step S230-11. On the other hand, if it is not a big hit game end command, the process proceeds to step S230-17.

  In step S230-11, the sub CPU 301 executes predetermined processing based on the jackpot game end command.

  That is, the sub CPU 301 sets control data corresponding to the received jackpot game end command in the work area of the work RAM 303.

  In step S230-12, the sub CPU 301 determines whether or not the jackpot symbol is a probability variation symbol (special display mode). If the result is that the jackpot symbol is a probability variation symbol, the process proceeds to step S230-13. On the other hand, if it is not a probability variation symbol, the command analysis process is terminated.

  In step S230-13, the sub CPU 301 determines whether or not the value (01) indicating the beginner mode (display) is set in the mode identification flag. As a result of this determination, the sub CPU 301 displays the mode identification flag in the beginner mode (display). If the value (01) indicating the starter mode (display) is not set in the mode identification flag, the process proceeds to step S230-16. The process proceeds to −14.

  In step S230-14, the sub CPU 301 determines whether or not the value (02) indicating the beginner mode (voice) is set in the mode identification flag. As a result of this determination, the sub CPU 301 sets the mode identification flag in the beginner mode (voice). If the value (02) indicating is set, the process proceeds to step S230-15. On the other hand, if the value (02) indicating the beginner mode (voice) is not set in the mode identification flag, command analysis is performed. End the process.

  In step S230-15, the sub CPU 301 sets control data corresponding to the voice notification mode in the work area of the work RAM 303.

  As a result, in the voice control process in step S240 described later, words such as “Please turn right” are voice-synthesized and spoken from the speakers 8a and 8b based on the control data corresponding to the voice notification mode. (See FIG. 18).

  In step S230-16, the sub CPU 301 sets control data corresponding to the image notification mode in the work area of the work RAM 303.

  Thereby, in the image display control process in step S240 described later, the sub CPU 301 instructs the image control circuit 305 to perform notification according to the right-handed notification pattern included in the control data corresponding to the image notification mode. Change data over time.

  The image control circuit 305 executes the above instruction transmitted every predetermined time, thereby displaying an image of “Right-handed!” In the display area 21a of the liquid crystal display device 21 (FIG. 16 ( e) and (f)).

  In step S230-17, the sub CPU 301 determines whether or not the read command is a standby extension state command. If the result of this determination is that it is a standby extension state command, the process proceeds to step S230-18. On the other hand, if it is not a standby extension state command, the process proceeds to step S230-19.

  In step S230-18, the sub CPU 301 executes predetermined processing based on the standby extension state command.

  That is, the sub CPU 301 sets control data corresponding to the received standby extension state command in the work area of the work RAM 303.

  Thereby, the sub CPU 301 selects the beginner mode (display) and sets a value (01) indicating the beginner mode (display) in the mode identification flag.

  The sub CPU 301 sets control data corresponding to the beginner mode (display).

  In step S230-19, the sub CPU 301 executes predetermined processing based on the command read in step S230-2.

  That is, the sub CPU 301 sets control data corresponding to the command read in step S230-2 in the work area of the work RAM 303.

  Again, a description will be given with reference to FIG. In step S250, if the control data set in the effect switch input process in step S220 or the command analysis process in step S230 is a control program for controlling the process of the image control circuit 305, the sub CPU 301 performs the control. An image display control process is executed based on the data.

  For example, when the control data corresponding to the variation display pattern command is set in step S230-8, the sub CPU 301 performs image control so that the special symbol variation display according to the variation display pattern included in the set control data is performed. Data for instructing the circuit 305 is changed over time. When the image control circuit 305 executes the above-mentioned instruction transmitted every predetermined time, the special symbol corresponding to the variable display pattern command is displayed in the special symbol display area of the liquid crystal display device 21 during the variable display time. When the variable display time is finished, the special symbol is displayed after the symbol indicated by the stop symbol command is displayed.

  Further, the sub CPU 301 changes the data for instructing the image control circuit 305 with time so as to display the effect information image according to the effect pattern included in the set control data. When the image control circuit 305 executes the instruction transmitted every predetermined time, an effect information image corresponding to the variable display pattern command is displayed in the display area 21a.

  In step S260, the sub CPU 301 executes voice control processing.

  Specifically, in the audio control process, the sub CPU 301 performs control when the control data set in the effect switch input process in step S220 or the command analysis process in step S230 is data corresponding to the audio control. Data is sent to the voice control circuit 306. The voice control circuit 306 causes the speakers 8a and 8b to output, for example, a sound signal for notifying the player of a predetermined gaming state based on the control data.

  For example, when the control data corresponding to the voice notification mode is set in step S230-15, the words such as “please make a right turn” from the speakers 8a and 8b based on the set control data. Is synthesized and uttered.

  In step S270, the sub CPU 301 executes a lamp / LED lighting control process.

  Regarding the lamp / LED lighting control process, the control data set in the effect switch input process in step S220, the command analysis process in step S230, and the like is data corresponding to the lamp or LED lighting control. If so, the control data is sent to the lamp control circuit 307. Based on the control data, the lamp control circuit 307 causes the lamp / LED 39a to turn on / off in accordance with, for example, a predetermined lighting / extinguishing pattern.

  For example, the lamp control circuit 307 causes the notification LEDs 30a and 30b to emit light based on the control data set in step S220-6 or step S230-18.

  That is, when the control data corresponding to the beginner mode (display) is set, the notification LEDs 30a and 30b emit light in red, and when the control data corresponding to the beginner mode (voice) is set, the notification LED 30a. , 30b emit light in blue, and when the control data corresponding to the professional mode is set, the notification LEDs 30a, 30b emit light in green.

  In this main process, the processes from step S220 to step S270 described above are repeated.

  In this main process, the processes from step S220 to step S270 described above are repeated.

  In the present embodiment, the control relating to the notification of the game ball launch operation method is performed by the sub CPU 301, but is not limited thereto, and may be performed by the main control circuit 200.

  In the present embodiment, the operation means is the operation panel 11 having the A button 11a and the B button 11b. However, the operation means is not limited to this, and may be a sensor that can be operated in a non-contact manner, or a touch type. It may be a sensor.

  In the present embodiment, the game mode and the notification mode can be changed only when the game state is the standby state or the standby extended state. However, the present invention is not limited to this. Of course, it may be possible during the symbol variation display, during the big hit gaming state, during the probability variation state, etc.

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment, the present invention is mainly used for pachinko gaming machines (for example, “Digipachi”, “Seven”, “Fever stand”, etc.) classified as “first type”. Pachinko machines that are classified as “type 3” (for example, right items. In particular, the type 3 start winning opening for opening the big winning opening and the big winning opening are on the right side of the gaming area 2b. Of course, it may be used for models that are placed and right-handed when a jackpot right is generated.)

  In the beginner mode, when the notification of the game ball launch operation method is terminated due to the occurrence of a big hit or the like, the notification means such as the display area 21a or the speakers 8a and 8b is operated to “return the handle”. Display and voice guidance may be performed for a predetermined time.

  Further, in the jackpot end interval process of the present embodiment, when the main CPU 201 determines that the predetermined probability variation condition is not satisfied, a process of shifting the gaming state to the normal gaming state or the time saving state is performed. However, the present invention is not limited to this (see step S20-9-5 in FIG. 9), and if the predetermined probability variation condition is not satisfied, the state is always shifted to the time-saving state. Good.

  In this case, the process shown in the flowchart of FIG. 28 is performed instead of the process shown in the flowchart of FIG.

  Here, the jackpot end interval process of FIG. 28 will be specifically described. FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing another example of the jackpot end interval process according to the present embodiment.

    The processes other than step S20-9-50 and step S20-9-50-1 are the same as the jackpot end interval process of FIG.

  In step S20-9-50, the main CPU 201 shifts the gaming state to the time saving state.

  In step S20-9-50-1, the main CPU 201 sets (100) in the hour / hour counter.

  As described above, by performing the processing shown in the flowchart of FIG. 28, the gaming state can be shifted to the short-time state in the big hit end interval processing when the predetermined probability variation condition is not satisfied.

  As described above, according to the present embodiment, the second start winning opening (variable winning device) 18 is normally prevented from winning the game ball by the blocking member 25, while the open state increasing game. When the state (probability variation state or short-time state) is reached, the chances of being in the open state increase, making it easy to win game balls.

  Therefore, the player plays a game aiming for winning at the second start winning port 18 in the open state increasing game state, while on the other hand, the player wins the first start winning port 17 at other game states. Aiming to play games.

  In this way, in the present invention, the target for the player to hit the game ball is different according to the change of the situation, that is, the change of the game state, so that the gameability is changed and the game is made interesting. Can do.

  Further, according to the present embodiment, the number of game balls to be paid out when a game ball is won at the second start winning opening 18 is set to be larger than that when winning at the first start winning opening 17. ing. That is, according to the present invention, the attractiveness of the second start winning opening 18 in the open state increasing gaming state increases, so that the player aims to win the second starting winning opening 18 in the open state increasing gaming state. Play a game. On the other hand, at the normal time, as described above, since the winning at the second start winning opening 18 is blocked by the blocking member 25, the player plays the game aiming at winning at the first starting winning opening 17. It becomes like this.

  In this way, by making the number of winning balls in the first start winning opening 17 different from the number of winning balls in the second starting winning opening 18, the target that is attractive to the player changes according to the gaming state. That is, according to the present invention, an object into which a player strikes a game ball can be made different depending on the game state, and the game performance can be changed and interesting.

  Further, according to the present invention, it is possible to make a difference in the number of game balls to be paid out to the player between the normal time and the open state increasing game state, and it is possible to give a sharpness to the game.

  Furthermore, according to the present embodiment, the game ball that rolls along the outer periphery of the game area 2 b is guided to the second start winning opening 18 by the elastic member (rolling direction changing member) 30. . Therefore, the player can aim to win the second start winning opening 18 simply by using the rail (outer peripheral member) 6 to bring the game ball along the outer periphery of the game area 2b. That is, according to the present invention, it becomes easy to win a prize at the second start winning opening 18.

  Therefore, the player can smoothly adjust the target for the player to place the game ball from the first start winning port 17 to the second start winning port 18, and easily perform the game ball separation. Can do.

  Further, according to the present embodiment, the main CPU 201 which is the fluctuation shortening means shortens the time of the variable game in the open state increased gaming state compared with the normal time, so that the second lottery means The tempo of the lottery (big win lottery) is faster in the open state increased gaming state than in the normal state. As a result, in the open state increased gaming state, the chances of winning a lottery are increased compared to the normal time.

  Therefore, according to the present invention, it is possible to make a difference in the chances of winning a lottery between the normal time and the open state increasing game state, and it is possible to add a sharpness to the game.

  In the above description, the actual pachinko gaming machine 1 has been described. However, according to the present invention, functions similar to those of the pachinko gaming machine 1 are provided to a computer terminal 960 such as a video game machine or a personal computer incorporating a simulation program 950. This can be realized (for example, see FIG. 19).

  For example, the display 970 displays an image imitating the game board 2a (FIG. 2) having the game area 2b where the game ball flows down on the screen.

  In addition, the simulation program 950 built in the computer terminal 960 realizes a function of launching a game ball on an image simulating the game area 2b on the screen of the display 970 in response to an operation of the operation switch 980. Yes.

  The simulation program 950 has an image display function for displaying on the screen an image simulating a game board having a game area where game balls flow down on the computer 960, and launching a game ball toward the game area by a player's launch operation One of a beginner mode (first mode) and a professional mode (second mode) based on the function, the launch operation method notification function for notifying the launch operation method of the game ball, and the operation by the player A mode selection function for selecting a mode is executed.

  The launch operation method notifying function is characterized in that the launch operation method is notified when the game mode selected by the mode selection function is the beginner mode.

  The simulation program 950 can be stored in a recording medium such as a ROM cartridge, CD-ROM, or DVD, or can be distributed under a network environment such as a communication satellite, or using a communication line such as the Internet.

  With the above configuration, the player can experience a game in the actual pachinko gaming machine 1 by operating the operation switch 980.

  Therefore, in the simulation program 950 of the present embodiment, the game ball launching operation method is notified when the mode selection function selects the beginner mode (first mode). In other words, the beginner can recognize the launching method of the game ball by setting the game mode to the beginner mode, and the skilled player can omit the annoying notification by setting the game mode to the professional mode. Can do. Therefore, notification unnecessary for the player can be omitted by the player himself / herself, so that the reduction of the effect of the notification can be suppressed and notification to the player can be efficiently performed.

  As described above, according to the present embodiment, the game ball launching operation method is notified when the sub CPU 301 serving as the mode selection unit selects the beginner mode (first mode). It has become. In other words, the beginner can recognize the launching method of the game ball by setting the game mode to the beginner mode, and the skilled player can omit the annoying notification by setting the game mode to the professional mode. Can do. Therefore, notification unnecessary for the player can be omitted by the player himself / herself, so that the reduction of the effect of the notification can be suppressed and notification to the player can be efficiently performed.

  Further, according to the present embodiment, the selection of the game mode is made because the beginner mode or the professional mode is selected on the condition that a certain game control is not being performed. Therefore, it is possible to avoid simultaneous control and control of the certain game. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the control burden by avoiding the concentration of control processing.

  Furthermore, according to the present embodiment, when the standby state is continued for a certain period of time, the game mode selected by the sub CPU 301 serving as the mode selection means is set to the beginner mode. Even if is selected, if the standby state continues for a certain period of time after that, the beginner mode in which the game ball launching operation method is notified is automatically selected, so that the next player However, even if it is a beginner who does not know the game mode selection operation, it is possible to efficiently notify the player.

  In addition, according to the present embodiment, the game state determination means for determining whether or not it is in the standby state is provided in the sub CPU 301 that is the effect control means, so that the main CPU (game) that controls the progress of the game The control burden on the control means 201 can be reduced.

  Further, according to the present embodiment, since the mode notification means for notifying the mode selected by the mode selection means is provided, it is possible for the player to actually notify the launch operation method. Regardless of the current mode. Therefore, the player can know in advance whether or not the launch operation method is notified, and the convenience is improved.

  In the above description, the case where the present invention is applied to a gaming machine in which the main body of the pachinko gaming machine is attached to the gaming machine is described, but the present invention is not limited to this, and a pachislot gaming machine (slot Machine), sparrow ball, smart ball, or various game machines installed in a game center.

It is a perspective view which shows the structure of the game machine which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a front view which shows the game board of the gaming machine shown in FIG. It is a block diagram which shows the control system of the gaming machine shown in FIG. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the main control circuit of the game machine which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the special symbol control process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the special symbol memory | storage check process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the special symbol display time management process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the extra winning ball residual ball monitoring process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the jackpot end interval process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the command reception interruption process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the main process by the sub control circuit of the game machine which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the process at the time of the presentation switch input which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the front | former stage of the process sequence of the command analysis process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the latter part of the process sequence of the command analysis process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the fluctuation | variation display pattern selection table which concerns on this Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the image displayed on the display area which concerns on this Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows another example of the image displayed on the display area which concerns on this Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the audio | voice output from the speaker which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the computer terminal which incorporates the simulation program of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the special symbol fluctuation | variation display time management process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the time-short end determination process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the change display pattern determination process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the normal symbol control process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the normal symbol memory | storage check process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the process sequence of the normal symbol display time management process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the front | former stage of the process sequence of the normal electric power release process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the back | latter stage of the process sequence of the normal electric power release process which concerns on this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows another example of the jackpot end interval process which concerns on this Embodiment.

Explanation of symbols

1 Pachinko machine (game machine)
2a gaming board 2b gaming area 3 gaming machine body 3a body frame 3b base frame 4 glass door 5 dish unit 5a upper dish 5b lower dish 6 rail (outer peripheral member)
7 Handle 8a, 8b Speaker (Directing means)
10 Shutter lever 11 Operation panel (operation means)
11a A button 11b B button 12 General winning port 13a, 13b Pass gate 15 Large winning port 16 Out port 17 First starting winning port 18 Second starting winning port 18a, 18b Variable wing 19Sd V / Count SW
19Se count SW
19Sb General prize opening SW
19Sa, 19Saa Pass gate SW
19a Start prize SW
21 Liquid crystal display device (display device, presentation means)
25 Blocking member (blocking member)
26 Elastic member (rolling direction changing member)
30a, 30b Notification LED (mode notification means)
39a Lamp / LED (Direction)
70a Discharge control circuit 70b Discharge control circuit 71S Movable member SOL
72S Grand Prize SOL
73S Seesaw SOL
74S Backup clear SW
81 Card unit 82 Dispensing device 90 Placing device 200 Main control circuit 201 Main CPU
202 Main ROM
203 Main RAM
204 Initial reset circuit 205 I / O port 206 Command output port 300 Production control circuit 301 Sub CPU
302 Program ROM (production data storage means)
303 Work RAM
304 Command input port 305 Image control circuit 305a VDP
305b Image data ROM
305c VRAM
305d D / A conversion circuit 306 Audio control circuit 307 Lamp control circuit 500 Cursor 950 Simulation program 960 Computer 970 Display 980 Operation switch

Claims (6)

A game board having a game area where game balls flow down;
A launching device that launches a game ball toward the gaming area by a player launching operation;
Launch operation method notifying means for notifying the launch operation method of the game ball;
Operation means that can be operated by a player;
Mode selection means for selecting one of the first mode and the second mode based on the operation by the operation means;
The launch operation method notifying means notifies the launch operation method when the mode selected by the mode selection means is the first mode;
A gaming machine characterized by A game state determination means for determining whether or not a certain game control is in a standby state;
The mode selection means performs the selection of the mode on the condition that the gaming state determination means determines that it is in the standby state;
The gaming machine according to claim 1. Game state determination means for determining whether or not a certain game control is in a standby state;
Standby time detection means for detecting that a predetermined time has elapsed since the game state determination means has determined that the standby state has been established,
The mode selection means is configured to select the first mode regardless of an operation by the operation means when the standby time detection means detects that the predetermined time has elapsed;
The gaming machine according to claim 1. Game control means for controlling the progress of the game;
Production means for producing an effect according to the progress of the game;
Production control means for controlling the production means,
The game control means includes command transmission means for transmitting a standby state command to the effect control means when the certain game is not controlled.
The effect control means includes the gaming state determination means, and determines that the gaming state determination means is in the standby state by receiving the standby state command;
The gaming machine according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that. Comprising mode informing means for informing the mode selected by the mode selecting means;
The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein: A simulation program for causing a computer to execute a simulation of a gaming machine,
On the computer,
An image display function for displaying on the screen an image simulating a game board having a game area where a game ball flows down;
A launch function for launching a game ball toward the game area by a player's launch operation;
A launch operation method notifying function for notifying the launch operation method of the game ball;
A mode selection function for selecting one of the first mode and the second mode based on an operation by the player;
Causing the launch operation method notification function to notify the launch operation method when the mode selected by the mode selection function is the first mode;
A simulation program characterized by

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