JP2008212486A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To prevent a fall in players' interests after a prolonged ready-to-win performance. <P>SOLUTION: The jackpot determination is carried out using a table for awarding different game values corresponding to the type of jackpot. A variation pattern is selected showing a ready-to-win mode according to the result of the jackpot determination. The variation pattern developing to a super ready-to-win state from the normal ready-to-win state is selected out of those to be selected when the jackpot is determined in the jackpot determination but not selected when loss is determined. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2008,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention includes a variable display device that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information that can be distinguished from each other and derives and displays a display result, and is advantageous for a player when a specific display result is derived and displayed on the variable display device. The present invention relates to a gaming machine that shifts to a specific gaming state that gives a predetermined gaming value.

As a gaming machine, a game ball, which is a game medium, is launched into a game area by a launching device, and when a game ball wins a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a predetermined number of game balls are prizes (prize balls) ) Is paid to the player. Furthermore, as a display result of the variable display of the special symbol (identification information) started in the variable display unit based on the winning of the game ball at the start winning opening, a predetermined specific display mode (specific display result) is provided. There is a game state (a state of the gaming machine, more specifically, a state in which the gaming machine is controlled), which is configured to give a predetermined gaming value to the player when it is derived and displayed. . The game value is the right that the state of the variable winning ball apparatus provided in the gaming area of the gaming machine becomes advantageous for a player who is easy to win, and the right for becoming advantageous for a player. In other words, or a condition for winning a prize ball is easily established.

  In a pachinko machine, a specific display mode (specific display) determined in advance as a display result of variable display of special symbols (identification information) started in the variable display unit based on the winning of a game ball at the start winning opening When the result is derived and displayed, a “big hit” occurs. Note that the derivation display is to stop and display a symbol (excluding stop before so-called re-variation). When a big hit occurs, for example, the big winning opening (one of the winning areas) is opened a predetermined number of times (for example, 16 times), and the game shifts to a big hit gaming state where the hit ball is easy to win. And in each open period, if there is a prize for a predetermined number (for example, 10) of the big prize opening, the big prize opening is closed. Hereinafter, the opening period of each special winning opening is referred to as a round.

  Further, in the variable display device, the symbols other than the symbol that becomes the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol of the left and right middle symbols) are continuously stopped for a predetermined time, and are stopped, swung, There is a possibility that a big hit will occur before the final result is displayed due to the state of scaling or deformation, or multiple symbols changing synchronously with the same symbol, or the position of the display symbol being switched An effect performed in a continuing state (hereinafter, these states are referred to as reach states) is referred to as reach effect. Further, the reach state and its state are referred to as a reach mode. Furthermore, variable display including reach production is called reach variable display. Then, when the display result of the symbol variably displayed on the variable display device is not a specific display result, it becomes “out of” and the variability display state ends. A player plays a game while enjoying how to generate a big hit.

  Some gaming machines as described above change the gaming value given to a player according to the type of reach.

  In Patent Document 1, in the variable display section, when a specific display result is displayed after variable display of identification information is started from the initial mode, and after variable display of identification information is started from a reach effect. There is described a gaming machine that gives different game values to a player when a specific display result is displayed.

  Patent Document 2 describes a gaming machine in which a plurality of types of reach modes are provided, and different game values are given to players according to the types.

JP 2003-325813 A (paragraph 0026-0173) JP 2002-253794 (paragraphs 0015-0062)

  In the gaming machine described in Patent Literature 1, a plurality of different reach effects are not continuously performed, and after the reach effect, display results other than a specific display result are displayed, and no game value is given to the player. There is a case.

  In the gaming machine described in Patent Document 2, the state of the variable winning ball apparatus provided in the gaming area of the gaming machine is in an advantageous state for a player who is easy to win a ball, depending on the gaming value given to the player. Do not change the number of times. In addition, a reach effect indicating the high probability lottery mode may be performed following the reach effect indicating the low probability lottery mode. Even in the high probability lottery mode, a display other than a specific display result is displayed after the reach effect. A result is displayed and a game value may not be provided to a player.

  Therefore, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 and the gaming machine described in Patent Document 2, after the reach effect is performed for a long time, it becomes “out of” and the fluctuation display state ends, and the game The person may be discouraged and the interest of the game may be reduced.

  Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can enhance the interest of a game when a reach effect is performed for a long time.

  The gaming machine according to the present invention is a variable display device (for example, the first special symbol display 8a) that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information (for example, special symbols and effect symbols) that can identify each of them, and displays and displays the display result. , A second special symbol display device 8b, and an effect display device 9), and a specific game state (for example, jackpot) advantageous to the player when a specific display result (for example, jackpot symbol) is derived and displayed on the variable display device A gaming machine to be transferred to a gaming state), and a first gaming value (for example, 6R (round) normal jackpot) as a predetermined gaming value and a second game that is more advantageous to the player than the first gaming value. Value (for example, 8R normal jackpot) is provided, and the first reach state display mode (for example, “normal reach”), the first reach state display mode during variable display of identification information, and the first A second reach state display mode (for example, “super reach A”) displayed via the first reach state display mode, and a first reach state display mode. And a third reach state display mode (for example, “super reach B” displayed via the first reach state display mode and the second reach state display mode. ) And whether or not to shift to the specific gaming state, and when shifting to the specific gaming state, the specific gaming state to be given the first gaming value or the specific gaming state to be given the second gaming value Predetermining means for determining the heel before the display result is derived and displayed (for example, the part for executing the processing of step S62 in the game control microcomputer 560), and the predetermining means A first variable display pattern table (a first variable display pattern table shown in FIG. 10) in which variable display patterns not including the second reach state display mode and the third reach state display mode are set when it is determined not to shift to the specific game state. 1st variable display pattern determining means for determining a variable display pattern based on (1 variable display pattern table) (for example, a part for executing the processing of steps S100 and S101 in the game control microcomputer 560) and a prior determining means. A variable in which the specific display result is derived and displayed after the second reach state display mode is displayed without including the third reach state display mode when it is determined to shift to the specific game state to which the first game value is given. The second variable display pattern table in which the display pattern is set (the second variable display pattern table shown in FIG. Second variable display pattern determining means (for example, a part for executing the processing of steps S100 and S101 in the game control microcomputer 560) and a second game value by the predetermining means. A third variable display pattern table in which a variable display pattern is set in which a specific display result is derived and displayed after the third reach state display mode is displayed when it is determined to shift to the specific gaming state to which Third variable display pattern determining means for determining a variable display pattern based on the third variable display pattern table shown in FIG. 10 (for example, a part for executing the processes of steps S100 and S101 in the game control microcomputer 560). , First variable display pattern determining means, second variable display pattern determining means Or variable display control means for starting the variable display of the identification information based on the variable display pattern determined by the third variable display pattern determining means and deriving and displaying the display result when a predetermined variable display time has elapsed. (E.g., the part that executes the processing of steps S800 to S803 in the production control microcomputer 100).

  The third variable display pattern table (third variable display pattern table shown in FIG. 10) displays the third reach state display without passing through the second reach state display mode after the first reach state display mode is displayed. A variable display pattern from which the mode is displayed and then the specific display result is derived and displayed may be set (for example, see variation pattern number # 7 in the third variable display pattern table shown in FIG. 10).

  The first reach state display mode (for example, see the diagram shown in FIG. 63 (d)), the second reach state display mode (for example, see the diagram shown in FIG. 63 (f)), and the third reach state display mode. (For example, see the diagram shown in FIG. 63 (g)) is a variation mode of the final stop identification information that is the identification information for which the variable display stops last among the plurality of identification information that is variably displayed on the variable display device. Different display modes may be used.

  Based on a game control means (for example, a game control microcomputer 560 including the CPU 56) for controlling the progress of the game and a command (for example, a variation pattern command) transmitted by the game control means, an effect device (including a variable display device) ( For example, an effect control means (for example, an effect control microcomputer 100) for controlling the effect display device 9, speakers, lamps / LEDs, and the like, and an advantageous state in which a game ball is not won in a specific game state and is easy to win. A variable variable winning device (for example, a specific variable winning ball device 20) that can be changed, and a winning detection means (for example, a count switch 23) that detects a game ball that has won the specific variable winning device and outputs a detection signal; The game control means includes a winning determination means (for example, a determination signal for determining whether or not a detection signal from the winning detection means is input). In the game control microcomputer 560, a part for executing the processes of steps S331 to S338 and S351 to S361: in particular, a part for executing the processes of steps S355 and S361 using the count switch input bit determination value) and the specific game Based on the determination that the winning determination means has input the detection signal in a gaming state other than the state (for example, N in step S255, N in step S258), a specific abnormality notification command for instructing execution of abnormality notification is transmitted. Specific abnormality notification command transmission means (for example, a part for executing the processing of steps S259 and S265 in the game control microcomputer 560), and the effect control means transmits the specific abnormality notification transmitted by the specific abnormality notification command transmission means. Based on the command, by the production device Specific abnormality notification unit for performing a normal notification (e.g., the attraction control microcomputer 100 Step S707 (portions for performing the process of FIG. 65)) may include.

  A game control means for controlling the progress of the game, an effect control means for controlling the effect device including the variable display device based on a command transmitted by the game control means, and a start area (for example, the first start winning award 13 or The second start winning opening 14) is formed, and a variable winning device (for example, a state in which a game ball cannot win in the start area and an open state in which the game ball can win in the start area can be achieved (for example, , A variable winning ball device 15) and a detecting means (for example, a second starting port switch 14a) for detecting a gaming ball won in the starting area and outputting a detection signal. When the variable winning device is opened (Y in step S710), the variable winning device control means (for example, in the game control microcomputer 560) that executes the opening / closing operation of opening the variable winning device and then closing the variable winning device is performed. The part for executing the control for selecting the release pattern (steps S745 and S746) in the routine stop processing (step S714), the normal electric accessory release pre-processing, and the normal electric accessory release processing (steps S715 and S716) A portion for executing the processing of step S261 (FIG. 46) in the game control microcomputer 560, and an opening / closing Abnormal winning determination means for determining whether or not the winning state of the game ball is detected by the detecting means when the variable winning device is determined not to be opened and closed by the determining means, based on the detection of the abnormal winning state. (For example, in the game control microcomputer 560, steps S262, S263, S264A A portion for executing the processing of S264B) and an abnormality notification command transmission means for transmitting an abnormality notification command for instructing execution of abnormality notification when the abnormal winning determination means determines that the abnormal winning state is present (for example, And the effect control means performs an abnormality notification by the effect device based on the abnormality notification command transmitted by the abnormality notification command transmission means. Notification means (for example, a part that executes the process of step S707 (FIG. 65) in the production control microcomputer 100) may be included.

  A game control means for controlling the progress of the game, an effect control means for controlling the effect device including the variable display device based on a command transmitted by the game control means, and a first start area ( For example, a first variable display means (for example, a first variable display means for deriving and displaying a display result by variably displaying the first identification information (for example, the first special symbol) based on the winning of the game ball in the first start winning opening 13). Based on the first special symbol display 8a) and the second starting information (for example, the second starting winning port 14) provided in the gaming area, the second identification information (for example, the second identification information) The second variable display means (for example, the second special symbol display device 8b) for variably displaying the special symbol and displaying the display result, and a second starting area are formed, and a game ball is placed in the second starting area. Closed state without winning and second start-up area A variable winning device (for example, a variable winning ball device 15, a normal electric accessory) that can be in any one of open states in which a game ball can be won, and a game ball that has won a second starting area Detecting means (for example, the second start port switch 14a) for detecting the detection signal, and the variable display device (for example, the effect display device 9) is configured to detect the first identification information and the second identification information. The third identification information (for example, the effect symbol) associated with at least one variable display is variably displayed, and the game control means specifies the start of variable display of the third identification information and the variable display time in the variable display device. Variable display command transmission means for transmitting possible variable display commands (for example, in the game control microcomputer 560, the process of step S102 in the first special symbol process. Second special symbol process) The process includes a process corresponding to the process of step S102 in the first special symbol process, and is advantageous to the player when the specific display result is derived and displayed on the first variable display means or the second variable display means. The variable display control means starts the variable display of the third identification information in the variable display device based on the instruction of the game control means, and the display result is displayed on the variable display device when the variable display time has passed. May be derived and displayed (for example, steps S800 to S803 in the production control microcomputer 100).

  A game control means for controlling the progress of the game, and a specific variable winning device capable of changing from a state in which the game ball does not win in a specific game state to an advantageous state that is easy to win, wherein the game control means is a first variable display means. First specific game state control means (for example, game control) for shifting to the first specific game state (for example, the big hit game state corresponding to the first special symbol) in the specific game state when the specific display result is derived and displayed on In the microcomputer 560 for the first special symbol process), the second specific display in the specific gaming state when the specific display result is derived and displayed on the second variable display means. Second specific game state control means (for example, a game control micro) for shifting to a game state (for example, a big hit game state corresponding to the second special symbol) In the second special symbol process in the computer 560, a portion corresponding to steps S62 and S136 of the first special symbol process is executed), and the first specific gaming state and the second specific gaming state And the specific variable prize-winning device is controlled in an advantageous state by a first predetermined number of times (for example, eight times) or a second predetermined number of times (for example, six times) that is different from the first predetermined number of times. The means selects a first advantageous state number selection means (for example, a game) for selecting either the first predetermined number or the second predetermined number as the number of times the specific variable winning device in the first specific gaming state is shifted to the advantageous state. In the control microcomputer 560, the steps for executing steps S63, S72, S77, S80, and S82 in the first special symbol process) The second advantageous state number selection means (for example, the game control microcomputer 560) selects either the first predetermined number or the second predetermined number as the number of times the specific variable winning device in the specific gaming state is shifted to the advantageous state. In the second special symbol process, a portion corresponding to the processing of steps S63, S72, S77, S80, and S82 in the first special symbol process is executed), and the second advantageous state number selecting means (For example, in the example shown in FIG. 8 (A), big hit (4R normal big hit, 4R probability big hit, 6R normal big hit, 6R positive big hit, 8R normal big hit, and 8R normal big hit) Among them, 8R big hit (the ratio that 8R normal big hit or 8R probability variable big hit is selected is 32%) is the first advantageous state number selection means (For example, in the example shown in FIG. 7 (A), big hit (4R normal big hit, 4R positive variation big hit, 6R normal big hit, 6R positive big hit, 8R normal big hit, and 8R normal big hit) 8R big hit (8R normal big hit or 8R probability variation big hit) may be selected to be different from 12%).

  According to the first aspect of the present invention, the first variable variable display pattern that does not include the second reach state display mode and the third reach state display mode is set when the pre-determining unit determines not to shift to the specific game state. The first reachable display pattern determining means for determining the variable display pattern based on the variable display pattern table, and the third reach when the advance determining means determines to shift to the specific game state to which the first game value is given. The variable display pattern is determined based on the second variable display pattern table in which the variable display pattern in which the specific display result is derived and displayed after the second reach state display mode is displayed is not included. When it is determined to shift to the specific game state to which the second game value is given by the two variable display pattern determining means and the prior determining means The third variable display pattern determination for determining the variable display pattern based on the third variable display pattern table in which the variable display pattern from which the specific display result is derived and displayed after the third reach state display mode is displayed. Means, the reach production can be changed and the fun of the game can be enhanced. Further, when the first game value is given to the player, the second reach state display mode is displayed, and when the second game value is given to the player, the third reach state display mode is displayed. Therefore, after the second reach state display mode or the third reach state display mode is displayed, the specific display result is surely derived and displayed. Therefore, after the reach effect is performed for a long time, the game is prevented from being lost due to the “disappearance” and the change display state is ended, and the value of the second reach state display mode and the third reach state display mode is prevented. Can be increased. In particular, when the second reach state display mode is displayed, whether the player continues to display the third reach state display mode after the second reach state display mode is displayed (that is, the second reach state display mode is displayed). It is possible to carefully check whether the game value is given) or whether the specific display result is derived and displayed (that is, whether the first game value is given), so that the interest of the game can be further enhanced it can.

  In the invention of claim 2, after the first reach state display mode is displayed in the third variable display pattern table, the third reach state display mode is displayed without going through the second reach state display mode, Thereafter, since a variable display pattern in which the specific display result is derived and displayed is set, the reach effect is changed and the interest of the game can be enhanced.

  In the invention of claim 3, the first reach state display mode, the second reach state display mode, and the third reach state display mode are the last variable display among the plurality of identification information to be variably displayed on the variable display device. Since the variation modes of the final stop identification information, which is the identification information that stops, are different display modes, the player can be surely recognized that the reach state has changed.

  According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, the game control means includes a winning determination means for determining whether or not the detection signal from the winning detection means has been input, and the effect determination means is detected in the gaming state other than the specific gaming state. Since it includes specific abnormality notification means for performing abnormality notification based on the determination that the signal has been input, it is possible to easily determine a gaming state other than the specific gaming state, and to reliably win a prize by cheating on the specific variable winning device Abnormality can be notified.

  According to the fifth aspect of the present invention, it is determined whether or not the prize winning state of the game ball is detected by the detecting means when it is determined that the variable winning device is not opening / closing, and whether or not the game is in an abnormal winning state. Since the effect device is configured to perform abnormality notification, it is possible to notify that a winning abnormality has occurred due to an illegal act on the variable winning device, and as a result, the illegal act on the variable winning device can be reliably ensured. Can be prevented.

  According to a sixth aspect of the present invention, in the gaming machine provided with the variable display device that performs the variable display of the third identification information associated with the variable display of at least one of the first identification information and the second identification information. When it is determined that the device is not open / closed, it is determined whether or not the winning state of the game ball has been detected by the detecting means, and whether or not it is in an abnormal winning state, and an abnormality notification is executed by the effect device Therefore, in a gaming machine that performs variable display of the first identification information and the second identification information, it can be notified that a prize abnormality has occurred due to an illegal act on the variable prize apparatus. As a result, it is possible to reliably prevent an illegal act against the variable winning device.

  In the invention of claim 7, in each of the first specific gaming state and the second specific gaming state, the second variable predetermined winning device is a first predetermined number of times or a number of times different from the first predetermined number of times. The selection rate that is controlled to the advantageous state by the number of times and the first predetermined number of times is selected by the second advantageous state number selection unit is different from the selection rate that the first predetermined number of times is selected by the first advantageous state number selection unit. Therefore, the number of advantageous states of the specific variable winning device is different when the display result of the first identification information becomes the specific display result and when the display result of the second identification information becomes the specific display result. Since the variation of the game will increase, the interest of the game given to the player will be improved.

  Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

Embodiment 1 FIG.
First, the overall configuration of a pachinko gaming machine 1 that is an example of a gaming machine will be described. FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine (bullet ball gaming machine) 1 as seen from the front.

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

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

  In the vicinity of the center of the game area 7, an effect display device 9 is provided as a variable display device constituted by a liquid crystal display device (LCD). The display screen of the effect display device 9 includes an effect symbol display area for performing variable display of the effect symbol in synchronization with the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol.

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

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

  The first special symbol and the second special symbol may be collectively referred to as a special symbol, and the first special symbol indicator 8a and the second special symbol indicator 8b may be collectively referred to as a special symbol indicator.

  The effect display device 9 is controlled by an effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board. When the first special symbol display 8a is executing variable display of the first special symbol, the effect control microcomputer causes the effect display device 9 to execute the effect display along with the variable display, and the second special symbol display 8a executes the second special display. When the variable display of the second special symbol is executed on the symbol display 8b, the effect display is executed by the effect display device in accordance with the variable display, so that it is possible to easily grasp the progress of the game.

  For the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the first start condition or the second start condition, which is the variable display execution condition, is satisfied (for example, the hit ball is the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14). And then start based on the fact that the variable display start condition (for example, the state where the special symbol variable display is not executed and the big hit game is not executed) is established. When the variable display time elapses, the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. Note that winning means that a game ball has entered a predetermined area such as a winning opening. Deriving and displaying the display result means stopping and displaying a symbol (an example of identification information).

  A winning device having a first start winning port 13 is provided below the effect display device 9. The game ball won in the first start winning opening 13 is guided to the back of the game board 6 and detected by the first start opening switch 13a.

  A variable winning ball device 15 having a second starting winning port 14 through which a game ball can be won is provided below a winning device having a first starting winning port (first starting port) 13. The game ball that has won the second start winning opening (second start opening) 14 is guided to the back of the game board 6 and detected by the second start opening switch 14a. The variable winning ball device 15 is opened by a solenoid 16. When the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state, the game ball can be awarded to the second starting winning port 14 (it is easier to start winning), which is advantageous for the player. In the state where the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the open state, it is easier for the game ball to win the second start winning opening 14 than the first starting winning opening 13. In addition, in a state where the variable winning ball device 15 is in the closed state, the game ball does not win the second start winning opening 14.

  The first start winning port 13 and the second start winning port 14 may be collectively referred to as a start winning port or a starting port.

  When the variable winning ball device 15 is controlled to be in the open state, the game ball heading for the variable winning ball device 15 is very likely to win the second start winning port 14. The first start winning opening 13 is provided directly under the effect display device 9, but the interval between the lower end of the effect display device 9 and the first start winning opening 13 is further reduced, or the first start winning opening is set. The nail arrangement around the first start winning opening 13 is made difficult to guide the game balls to the first starting winning opening 13 so that the winning rate of the second starting winning opening 14 is increased. It is also possible to make the direction higher than the winning rate of the first start winning opening 13.

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

  On the side of the second special symbol display 8b, a second special symbol hold memory display 18b comprising four displays for displaying the number of effective winning balls that have entered the second start winning opening 14, that is, the second reserved memory number. Is provided. The second special symbol storage memory display 18b increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 every time there is an effective start winning. Then, each time the variable display on the second special symbol display 8b is started, the number of indicators to be turned on is reduced by one.

  The effect display device 9 is for decoration (for effects) during the variable display time of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display 8a and during the variable display time of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display 8b. A variable display of the effect symbol as the symbol is performed. The variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized. Further, the variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b and the variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized. Synchronous means that the variable display start time and end time are the same, and the variable display period is the same. Further, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a and when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the effect display device 9 reminds the jackpot The combination of is stopped and displayed.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, the variable winning ball apparatus 15 that opens and closes only the second start winning opening 14 is provided. Any of the start winning ports 14 may be provided with a variable winning ball device that performs an opening / closing operation.

  Also, as shown in FIG. 1, below the variable winning ball apparatus 15, when a specific display result (big hit symbol) is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, and on the second special symbol display 8b. There is provided a specific variable winning ball apparatus 20 that is opened by a solenoid 21 in a specific game state (a big game state) that occurs when a specific display result (a big game symbol) is derived and displayed. The specific variable winning ball apparatus 20 includes an opening / closing plate and forms a large winning opening. The game ball that has entered the big prize opening is detected by the count switch 23.

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

  A normal symbol display 10 is provided at the lower right side of the game board 6. The normal symbol display 10 variably displays a plurality of types of identification information (for example, “◯” and “x”) called normal symbols.

  When the game ball passes through the gate 32 and is detected by the gate switch 32a, the variable display of the normal symbol display 10 is started. In this embodiment, variable display is performed by alternately lighting the upper and lower lamps (the symbols can be visually recognized when turned on). For example, if the lower lamp is turned on at the end of the variable display, it is a hit. . When the stop symbol on the normal symbol display 10 is a predetermined symbol (winning symbol), the variable winning ball device 15 is opened for a predetermined number of times. In other words, the state of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is a state that is advantageous from a disadvantageous state for the player when the normal symbol is a stop symbol (a state in which a game ball can be awarded at the second start winning port 14). To change. In the vicinity of the normal symbol display 10, a normal symbol hold storage display 41 having a display unit with four LEDs for displaying the number of winning balls that have passed through the gate 32 is provided. Each time there is a game ball passing through the gate 32, that is, every time a game ball is detected by the gate switch 32a, the normal symbol storage memory display 41 increases the number of LEDs to be turned on by one. Then, every time variable display on the normal symbol display 10 is started, the number of LEDs to be lit is reduced by one. Further, in the probability variation state where the probability of being determined to be a big hit as compared to the normal state is high, the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased, and the variable winning ball apparatus 15 Opening time and opening times are increased. Further, in the short time state (the game state in which the variable symbol display time for special symbols is shortened), the opening time and the number of opening times of the variable winning ball device 15 may be increased.

  In the probability variation state, the probability that the stop symbol of the normal symbol becomes a winning symbol is improved, and the opening time and the number of times of opening in the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are increased.

  Decorative lamps 25 flashing and displayed during the game are provided around the left and right of the game area 7 of the game board 6, and there is an out port 26 for taking in a hit ball that has not won a prize. In addition, two speakers 27 that utter sound effects and sounds as predetermined sound outputs are provided on the left and right upper portions outside the game area 7. A top frame lamp 28a, a left frame lamp 28b, and a right frame lamp 28c provided on the front frame are provided at the outer periphery upper portion, the outer periphery left portion, and the outer periphery right portion of the game area 7. Also, a prize ball lamp 51 that is turned on when there is a remaining number of prize balls is provided in the vicinity of the left frame lamp 28b, and a ball break lamp 52 that is turned on when the supply ball is cut out is provided in the vicinity of the right frame lamp 28c. Is provided.

  In the gaming machine, a ball striking device (not shown) that drives a driving motor in response to a player operating the batting operation handle 5 and uses the rotational force of the driving motor to launch a gaming ball to the gaming area 7. ) Is provided. A game ball launched from the ball striking device enters the game area 7 through a ball striking rail formed in a circular shape so as to surround the game area 7, and then descends the game area 7. When the game ball enters the first start winning opening 13 and is detected by the first start opening switch 13a, if the variable display of the first special symbol can be started (for example, the variable display of the special symbol ends, 1), the first special symbol display 8a starts variable display (variation) of the first special symbol and the effect display device 9 starts variable display of the effect symbol. That is, the variable display of the first special symbol and the effect symbol corresponds to winning in the first start winning opening 13. If the variable display of the first special symbol cannot be started, the first reserved memory number is increased by 1 on the condition that the first reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value.

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

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

  The game control microcomputer 560 further includes a random number circuit 503 that generates hardware random numbers.

  In the game control microcomputer 560, the CPU 56 executes control in accordance with a program stored in the ROM 54. Therefore, the game control microcomputer 560 (or the CPU 56) executes (or performs processing) hereinafter. Specifically, the CPU 56 executes control according to a program. The same applies to microcomputers mounted on substrates other than the main substrate 31.

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

  A reset signal from the power supply board is input to the reset terminal of the game control microcomputer 560. A reset circuit for generating a reset signal supplied to the game control microcomputer 560 and the like is mounted on the power supply board. When the reset signal becomes high level, the game control microcomputer 560 and the like are in an operable state, and when the reset signal becomes low level, the game control microcomputer 560 and the like are in an operation stop state. Therefore, an allowable signal that allows the operation of the game control microcomputer 560 or the like is output during a period when the reset signal is at a high level, and a game control microcomputer is output when the reset signal is at a low level. An operation stop signal for stopping the operation of 560 or the like is output. Note that the reset circuit may be mounted on each electric component control board (a board on which a microcomputer for controlling the electric parts is mounted).

  Further, a power-off signal indicating that the power supply voltage from the power supply board has dropped below a predetermined value is input to the input port of the game control microcomputer 560. That is, the power supply board monitors the voltage value of a predetermined voltage (for example, DC30V or DC5V) used in the gaming machine, and when the voltage value decreases to a predetermined value (the power supply voltage is reduced). A power supply monitoring circuit that outputs a power-off signal indicating that). In addition, a clear signal indicating that the clear switch for instructing to clear the contents of the RAM is operated is input to the input port of the game control microcomputer 560.

  Also, an input driver that provides the game control microcomputer 560 with detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, and 39a. The circuit 58 is also mounted on the main board 31. The main board also includes an output circuit 59 for driving the solenoid 16 for opening and closing the variable winning ball apparatus 15 and the solenoid 21 for opening and closing the specific variable winning ball apparatus 20 that forms the big winning opening in accordance with a command from the game control microcomputer 560. 31. Further, a system reset circuit (not shown) for resetting the game control microcomputer 560 when the power is turned on, and an information output signal such as jackpot information indicating the occurrence of a jackpot gaming state are sent to an external device such as a hall computer. An information output circuit (not shown) for outputting is also mounted on the main board 31.

  In this embodiment, the effect control means (configured by the effect control microcomputer) mounted on the effect control board 80 receives the effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560 via the relay board 77. The display control of the effect display device 9 that receives and displays the effect symbol variably is performed.

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

  The effect control board 80 has an effect control microcomputer 100 including an effect control CPU 101 and a RAM. The RAM may be externally attached. In the effect control board 80, the effect control CPU 101 operates in accordance with a program stored in a built-in or external ROM (not shown), and receives a capture signal from the main board 31 input via the relay board 77 ( In response to the (effect control INT signal), an effect control command is received via the input driver 102 and the input port 103. Further, the effect control CPU 101 causes the VDP (video display processor) 109 to perform display control of the effect display device 9 via the output port 106 based on the effect control command.

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

  The effect control CPU 101 reads necessary data from a character ROM (not shown) in accordance with the received effect control command. The character ROM is for storing character image data displayed on the effect display device 9, specifically, a person, characters, figures, symbols, etc. (including effect symbols) in advance. The effect control CPU 101 outputs the data read from the character ROM to the VDP 109. The VDP 109 executes display control based on the data input from the effect control CPU 101.

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

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

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

  In the lamp driver board 35, a signal for driving the lamp is input to the lamp driver 352 via the input driver 351. The lamp driver 352 amplifies a signal for driving the lamp and supplies the amplified signal to each lamp provided on the frame side such as the top frame lamp 28a, the left frame lamp 28b, and the right frame lamp 28c. Further, it is supplied to a decorative lamp 25 provided on the frame side.

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

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

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

  Next, the CPU 56 checks the state of the output signal of the clear switch (for example, mounted on the power supply board) input via the input port (step S6). When the ON is detected in the confirmation, the CPU 56 executes a normal initialization process (steps S10 to S15, including S44 and S45).

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

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

  If the check result is normal, the CPU 56 recovers the game state restoration process (steps S41 to S43) for returning the internal state of the game control means and the control state of the electrical component control means such as the effect control means to the state when the power supply is stopped. Process). Specifically, the start address of the backup setting table stored in the ROM 54 is set as a pointer (step S41), and the contents of the backup setting table are sequentially set in the work area (area in the RAM 55) (step S42). ). The work area is backed up by a backup power source. In the backup setting table, initialization data for an area that may be initialized in the work area is set. As a result of the processing in steps S41 and S42, the saved contents of the work area that should not be initialized remain as they are. The part that should not be initialized is, for example, data indicating the gaming state before the power supply is stopped (special symbol process flag, probability variation flag, time reduction flag, etc.), and the area where the output state of the output port is saved (output port buffer) ), A portion in which data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls is set.

  Further, the CPU 56 transmits a power failure recovery designation command as an initialization command at the time of power supply recovery (step S43). Then, the process proceeds to step S14.

  In this embodiment, it is confirmed whether the data in the backup RAM area is stored using both the backup flag and the check data. However, only one of them may be used. That is, either the backup flag or the check data may be used as an opportunity for executing the game state restoration process.

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

  By the processing of steps S11 and S12, for example, a normal symbol determination random number counter, a normal symbol determination buffer, a special symbol buffer, a total prize ball number storage buffer, a special symbol process flag, an award ball flag, a ball runout flag, a payout stop, etc. An initial value is set to a flag such as a flag for selectively performing processing according to the control state.

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

  Further, the CPU 56 sets an abnormality notification prohibition flag (step S44) and sets a value corresponding to the prohibition period value in the stop period timer (step S45). The prohibition period value is a value indicating a period during which an abnormal winning notification described later is prohibited. The abnormality notification prohibition flag is a flag indicating that notification of abnormal winning is prohibited, and is maintained in the set state until the stop period timer times out. Therefore, the start of the abnormal winning notification is prohibited for a predetermined period after the initialization notification is started in the effect display device 9.

  Further, the CPU 56 executes a random number circuit setting process for initial setting of the random number circuit 503 (step S14). For example, the CPU 56 performs setting according to the random number circuit setting program to cause the random number circuit 503 to update the value of the random R. The random number circuit 503 generates a random number using a predetermined clock signal. In this embodiment, the random number circuit 503 outputs any numerical value from 0 to 99999 to the CPU 56 when the numerical value is read from the CPU 56.

  In step S15, the CPU 56 sets a register of the CTC built in the game control microcomputer 560 so that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms). That is, a value corresponding to, for example, 2 ms is set in a predetermined register (time constant register) as an initial value. In this embodiment, it is assumed that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every 2 ms.

  When the execution of the initialization process (steps S10 to S15) is completed, the CPU 56 repeatedly executes the display random number update process (step S17) and the initial value random number update process (step S18) in the main process. When executing the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process, the interrupt disabled state is set (step S16). When the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process are finished, the interrupt enabled state is set. Set (step S19). In this embodiment, the display random number is a random number for determining the variation pattern, and the display random number update process is a process for updating the count value of the counter for generating the display random number. The initial value random number update process is a process for updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number. In this embodiment, the initial value random number is an initial count value such as a counter for generating a random number for determining whether or not to win a normal symbol (ordinary random number generation counter for normal symbol determination). It is a random number for determining the value. A game control process for controlling the progress of the game, which will be described later (the game control microcomputer 560 controls game devices such as an effect display device, a variable winning ball device, a ball payout device, etc. provided in the game machine itself. In the process of transmitting a command signal to be controlled by another microcomputer, or a game machine control process), the count value of the random number for determination per normal symbol is one round (the random number for determination per normal symbol is taken). When the value is incremented by the number of values between the minimum value and the maximum value of the possible values), an initial value is set in the counter.

  When the timer interrupt occurs, the CPU 56 executes the timer interrupt process of steps S20 to S35 shown in FIG. In the timer interrupt process, first, a power-off detection process for detecting whether or not a power-off signal is output (whether or not an on-state is turned on) is executed (step S20). The power-off signal is output when, for example, a voltage drop monitoring circuit mounted on the power supply board detects a drop in the voltage of the power supplied to the gaming machine. In the power-off detection process, when detecting that the power-off signal has been output, the CPU 56 executes a power supply stop process for saving necessary data in the backup RAM area. Next, detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, and 39a are input via the input driver circuit 58, These state determinations are performed (switch processing: step S21).

  Next, the CPU 56 has a first special symbol display 8a, a second special symbol display 8b, a normal symbol display 10, a first special symbol hold storage display 18a, a second special symbol hold storage display 18b, a normal symbol. A display control process for controlling the display of the on-hold storage display 41 is executed (step S22). For the first special symbol display 8a, the second special symbol display 8b, and the normal symbol display 10, a drive signal is output to each display according to the contents of the output buffer set in steps S33 and S34. Execute control.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a process for notifying an abnormal winning when it detects that a game ball has won a prize winning opening at a time other than the regular time (step S23: abnormal winning notifying process).

  Next, processing for updating the count value of each counter for generating random numbers for determination such as random numbers for determining jackpot symbols used for game control is performed (determination random number update processing: step S24). The CPU 56 further performs a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number and the display random number (initial value random number update process, display random number update process: steps S25 and S26).

FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. Each random number is used as follows.
(1) Random 1: Determine the detachment symbol (stop symbol) of the first special symbol and the second special symbol (for detachment symbol determination)
(2) Random 2: Determines the stop symbol of the first special symbol and the second special symbol when generating a big hit (for determining the big hit symbol)
(3) Random 3: Determine the variation pattern (variation time) of the first special symbol and the second special symbol (for variation pattern determination)
(4) Random 4: Determines whether or not to generate a hit based on the normal symbol (for normal symbol hit determination)
(5) Random 5: Random 4 initial value is determined (for determining random 4 initial value)
(6) Random 6: A variation pattern is determined when it is determined not to be a big hit (for reach determination)

  In step S24 in the game control process shown in FIG. 5, the game control microcomputer 560 uses a counter for generating the jackpot symbol determining random number of (2) and the random number for determination of normal symbol of (4). Count up (add 1). That is, they are determination random numbers, and other random numbers are display random numbers or initial value random numbers. In addition, in order to improve a game effect, you may make it use random numbers other than the random number of said (1)-(5). In this embodiment, the big hit determination random number is a random number generated by the hardware (random number circuit 503) built in the game control microcomputer 560. The big hit determination random number is used as the big hit determination random number. Software random numbers generated based on the program may be used.

  In this embodiment, the random numbers (particularly random numbers 1, 2, and 3) shown in FIG. 6 are used for both the first special symbol variation and the second special symbol variation. The random number related to the fluctuation may be different from the random number related to the fluctuation of the second special symbol.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a first special symbol process (step S27A). In the first special symbol process, the corresponding process is executed according to the first special symbol process flag for controlling the first special symbol display 8a and the big prize opening in a predetermined order. The CPU 56 updates the value of the first special symbol process flag according to the gaming state. Further, the second special symbol process is performed (step S27B). In the second special symbol process, corresponding processing is executed in accordance with a second special symbol process flag for controlling the second special symbol display 8b and the big prize opening in a predetermined order. The CPU 56 updates the value of the second special symbol process flag according to the gaming state.

  Next, normal symbol process processing is performed (step S28). In the normal symbol process, the CPU 56 executes a corresponding process according to the normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 10 in a predetermined order. The CPU 56 updates the value of the normal symbol process flag according to the gaming state.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a process of sending an effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (effect control command control process: step S29).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs information output processing for outputting data such as jackpot information, start information, probability variation information supplied to the hall management computer, for example (step S30).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs prize ball processing for setting the number of prize balls based on detection signals from the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a. Execute (Step S31). Specifically, the payout control is performed in accordance with winning detection based on any one of the first starting port switch 13a, the second starting port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a being turned on. A payout control command (award ball number signal) indicating the number of winning balls is output to a payout control microcomputer mounted on the substrate 37. The payout control microcomputer drives the ball payout device 97 in accordance with a payout control command indicating the number of winning balls.

  In this embodiment, a RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided. However, the CPU 56 relates to on / off of the solenoid in the RAM area corresponding to the output state of the output port. The contents are output to the output port (step S32: output processing).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs special symbol display control processing for setting special symbol display control data for effect display of the special symbol in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data according to the value of the special symbol process flag ( Step S33). For example, if the variation speed is 1 frame / 0.2 seconds until the end flag is set when the start flag set in the special symbol process is set, the CPU 56, for example, every 0.2 seconds passes. Then, the value of the display control data set in the output buffer is incremented by one. Further, the CPU 56 outputs a drive signal in step S22 in accordance with the display control data set in the output buffer, whereby the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol display 8b and Variable display of the second special symbol is executed.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a normal symbol display control process for setting normal symbol display control data for effect display of the normal symbol in an output buffer for setting the normal symbol display control data according to the value of the normal symbol process flag ( Step S34). For example, when the start flag related to the variation of the normal symbol is set, the CPU 56 switches the display state (“◯” and “×”) for the variation rate of the normal symbol every 0.2 seconds until the end flag is set. With such a speed, the value of the display control data set in the output buffer (for example, 1 indicating “◯” and 0 indicating “x”) is switched every 0.2 seconds. Further, the CPU 56 outputs a normal signal on the normal symbol display 10 by outputting a drive signal in step S22 according to the display control data set in the output buffer.

  Thereafter, the interrupt permission state is set (step S35), and the process is terminated.

  With the above control, in this embodiment, the game control process is started every 2 ms. The game control process corresponds to the processes of steps S21 to S34 (excluding step S30) in the timer interrupt process. In this embodiment, the game control process is executed by the timer interrupt process. However, in the timer interrupt process, for example, only a flag indicating that an interrupt has occurred is set, and the game control process is performed by the main process. May be executed.

  7 and 8 are explanatory diagrams showing a big hit determination table. The jackpot determination table is a table in which a jackpot determination value to be compared with the random R is set. The big hit determination table is used in the normal big hit determination table (see FIGS. 7A and 8A) used in the normal state (including the short-time state) and in the probability variation state (not including the short-time state). There is a probability change big hit determination table (see FIG. 7B and FIG. 8B).

  The numerical values described in the left column of FIGS. 7A and 7B and FIGS. 8A and 8B are jackpot determination values. The CPU 56 compares the random R value with the big hit determination value, and if the random R value matches any of the big hit determination values, the 4R normal big hit, the 4R positive big hit, the 6R normal big hit, the 6R positive big hit, and the 8R normal big hit , 8R probability variation big hit or small hit. The CPU 56 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 503 at a predetermined time and uses the extracted value as a jackpot determination random number value. When the jackpot determination random number value matches the jackpot determination value shown in FIG. One special symbol is determined to be a big hit (4R normal big hit, 4R positive change big hit, 6R normal big hit, 6R positive big hit, 8R normal big hit, or 8R normal big hit or 8R positive big hit) or a small hit. If it matches the big hit determination value, it is decided to make a big hit (4R normal big hit, 4R probability big hit, 6R normal big hit, 6R positive big hit, 8R normal big hit or 8R positive big hit) or small hit for the second special symbol.

  The probability variation jackpot is a jackpot that shifts the gaming state after the jackpot game to a probability variation state in which there is a high probability of being determined to be a jackpot compared to the normal state. Usually, the big hit is a big hit that shifts the gaming state after the big hit game to a state that is not a probable change state. In the case of probable big hits and normal big hits, the number of rounds is larger than that in the case of small wins, and is 4 rounds, 6 rounds or 8 rounds.

  The small win is a hit in which the number of times of opening of the big winning opening is allowed up to two in the big hit gaming state. When the small hit game is completed, the game state when the small hit is won is taken over. Therefore, if the gaming state at the time of winning a small hit is a probable change state, the probability changing state continues after the end of the small hit, and if the gaming state at the time of winning a small hit is a time-shortening state, If the game state at the time of winning the small hit is the normal state, the normal state is continued after the small hit is completed.

  When the example shown in FIG. 7 (example corresponding to the first special symbol) and the example shown in FIG. 8 (example corresponding to the second special symbol) are compared, the big hit (4R normal big hit, 4R probability variable big hit, 6R normal big hit, The ratios at which 6R probability variation big hit, 8R normal big hit and 8R probability big hit are selected are the same (for example, both are 0.9% in normal times). However, when the big hit is selected, the big hit corresponding to the second special symbol (example shown in FIG. 8) is 8R big hit compared to the big hit corresponding to the first special symbol (example shown in FIG. 7). (8R normal big hit or 8R probability big hit) is easy to select. For example, in the example shown in FIG. 7A, out of the big hits (4R normal big hit, 4R positive big hit, 6R normal big hit, 6R positive big hit, 8R normal big hit and 8R normal big hit, 8R normal big hit, 8R normal big hit or 8R normal big hit or 8R normal big hit) In the example shown in FIG. 8A, the big hit (4R normal big hit, 4R positive variable big hit, 6R normal big hit, 6R normal big hit, 8R normal big hit and 8R is selected. The ratio of 8R big hit (8R normal big hit or 8R probability big hit) is selected in 32% of the probable big hits. That is, when it is decided to make a big hit with respect to the second special symbol, the game value is more advantageous than the case where it is decided to make a big hit with respect to the first special symbol (8R normal big hit and 8R probability variable big hit) It is easy to shift to a special gaming state that grants. In addition, when it is determined that the second special symbol is a big hit, the selection ratio for the 8R big hit may be 100%.

  FIG. 9 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560. In the example shown in FIG. 9, commands 8001 (H) to 8009 (H) are production control commands (fluctuation) for designating a variation pattern of a production symbol variably displayed on the production display device 9 in response to variable display of a special symbol. Pattern command). The effect control command for designating the variation pattern is also a command for designating the start of variation. Therefore, when the production control microcomputer 100 receives any of the commands 8001 (H) to 8009 (H), the production display device 9 controls the production display to start variable display of production symbols.

  The commands 8C01 (H) to 8C08 (H) are effect control commands indicating whether or not to make a big hit and the type of the big hit game. The effect control microcomputer 100 determines the display result of the effect symbols in response to the reception of the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C08 (H), so the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C08 (H) are referred to as display result specifying commands.

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

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

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

  The commands A001 to A003 (H) are effect control commands for displaying the fanfare screen, that is, designating the start of the big hit game (big hit start designation command: fanfare designation command). The jackpot start designation commands include jackpot start 1 designation to jackpot start designation 3 designation commands depending on the type of jackpot. The command A1XX (H) is an effect control command (special command during opening of a big winning opening) indicating a display during the opening of the big winning opening for the number of times (round) indicated by XX. A2XX (H) is an effect control command (designation command after opening the big winning opening) indicating the closing of the big winning opening for the number of times (round) indicated by XX.

  Command A301 (H) displays a jackpot end screen, that is, specifies the end of the jackpot game and an effect control command (special jackpot end 1 designation command: ending) that specifies that the jackpot game is a non-probable big hit (usually a big hit) 1 designation command). Command A302 (H) is an effect control command for displaying the jackpot end screen, that is, the end of the jackpot game and specifying that it is a probable big hit (big hit end 2 designation command: ending 2 designation command). is there.

  The command D000 (H) is an effect control command (abnormal winning notification 1 designation command) for instructing notification of abnormal winning to the starting winning opening (second starting winning opening 14). Command D001 (H) is an effect control command (abnormal winning notification 2 designation command) for instructing notification of abnormal winning to the big winning opening (specific variable winning ball apparatus 20).

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

  FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a variable display pattern table used in this embodiment. In the example shown in FIG. 10, the first variable display pattern table, the second variable display pattern table, the third variable display pattern table, the fourth variable display pattern table, and the fifth variable display pattern table are shown as one table. However, they may be shown in different tables.

  The CPU 56 compares the random R value with the big hit determination value, and determines that the 4R normal big hit, the 4R positive variation big hit, the 6R normal big hit, the 6R positive big hit, the 8R normal big hit, the 8R normal big hit, the small hit or outage. To do. If the game control microcomputer 560 determines that the reach determination random number value is any one of 0 to 8, as shown in the first variable display pattern table in FIG. If the variation pattern number # 1 (the variation pattern of the “normal variation” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 5 seconds) is selected and the reach determination random number value is 9, the variation pattern number # 2 (the variation time of the special symbol is 10) “Normal reach” fluctuation pattern that is seconds) is selected. “Normal fluctuation” is a fluctuation pattern without a reach mode. “Normal reach” is, for example, a variation pattern that realizes a reach mode based on only one type of variation mode.

  In addition, when it is determined that the 6R normal big hit or 6R probability variable big hit is set, the game control microcomputer 560, as shown in the second variable display pattern table in FIG. If the variation pattern number # 4 (the variation pattern of “normal reach” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds) is selected and the variation pattern determination random value is any one of 1 to 20, the variation pattern number # 5 ( “Change pattern in which“ Super Reach A ”continues” is selected for “Normal Reach” in which the change time of the special symbol is 20 seconds). “Super reach A” is a variation pattern having a reach form different from “normal reach” and “super reach B”. When the reach mode is different, the change mode (speed, rotation direction, etc.), character image, moving image, etc. appear in the effect display device 9 in the reach change time (period in which the reach effect is performed), or the effect display. It means that the background symbols in the device 9 are different. For example, in “normal reach”, as described above, the reach mode is realized by only one type of change mode, whereas “super reach A” includes a plurality of change modes having different speeds and directions of change. The reach aspect is realized.

  In addition, when it is determined that the 8R normal big hit or the 8R probability variable big hit is set, the game control microcomputer 560 has a variation pattern decision random number value of 0 as shown in the third variable display pattern table in FIG. If the variation pattern number # 6 (the variation pattern of “normal reach” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds) is selected and the variation pattern determination random number value is 1 or 2, the variation pattern number # 7 (the variation time of the special symbol) If the fluctuation pattern determination random number value is any one of 3 to 20, the fluctuation pattern number # 8 (special symbol of the special symbol) is selected. "Normal reach" with a fluctuation time of 30 seconds and "Super reach A" and "Super reach B" continue fluctuation pattern) To-option. “Super reach B” is a variation pattern having a reach manner different from “normal reach” and “super reach A”, for example, a variation pattern having a reach manner by moving images. In this example, “normal reach”, “super reach A”, and “super reach B” are illustrated as reach modes, but more types of reach modes (for example, “super reach C”, etc.) A variation pattern may be prepared.

  When it is determined that the 4R normal big hit or the 4R probability variable big hit is made, the game control microcomputer 560, as shown in the fourth variable display pattern table in FIG. "Normal reach" fluctuation pattern) with a time of 10 seconds. In addition, when it is decided to make a small hit, the game control microcomputer 560 changes the variation pattern number # 9 (the variation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds as shown in the fifth variable display pattern table in FIG. A certain “small hit” variation pattern) is selected.

  Note that the variable display pattern table illustrated in FIG. 10 is a variable display pattern table for the first special symbol in normal times. Therefore, in the jackpot table random value column in FIG. 10, a value corresponding to the random R value in FIG. 7A is shown. Further, in the variable display pattern table for the first special symbol at the time of probability change, a value corresponding to the value of random R in FIG. 7B is shown in the jackpot table random value column. In the variable display pattern table for the second special symbol in the normal state, a value corresponding to the value of random R in FIG. 8A is shown in the jackpot table random value column. In the variable display pattern table for the second special symbol at the time of probability change, a value corresponding to the value of random R in FIG. 8B is shown in the jackpot table random value column.

  For example, when a big hit occurs and the big hit game is finished, the game state is changed to a short-time state until the execution of 100 special symbol changes (variable display) is completed. Then, the game control microcomputer 560 selects the “temporal fluctuation normal variation” variation pattern having a variation time shorter than the “normal variation” instead of the “normal variation” variation pattern in the time-short state.

  In addition, when it is decided to change to the probable change state when starting the variable display of the special symbol when the big hit game is started when the variable display is ended, the game state is changed into the probable change state when the big hit game is ended. To be migrated. If the gaming state at that time is a probability variation state, the probability variation state is continued.

  After shifting to the probability change state, the state is normally changed until the end of the big hit. When the execution of the special symbol variation (variable display) a predetermined number of times (for example, four times) is completed, the probability variation state may be terminated.

  Next, a method for sending a control command from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100 will be described. FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a signal line of an effect control command transmitted from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80. As shown in FIG. 11, in this embodiment, the effect control command is transmitted from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80 via the relay board 77 using eight signal lines of the effect control signals D0 to D7. Further, between the main board 31 and the effect control board 80, a signal line of the effect control INT signal for transmitting the capture signal (effect control INT signal) is also wired.

  As shown in FIG. 12, the 8-bit effect control command data of the effect control command is output in synchronization with the effect control INT signal. The effect control microcomputer 100 mounted on the effect control board 80 detects that the effect control INT signal has risen, and starts a 1-byte data capturing process through an interrupt process. Therefore, when viewed from the effect control microcomputer 100, the effect control INT signal corresponds to a signal that triggers the capture of effect control command data.

  The effect control command is sent only once so that the effect control microcomputer 100 can recognize it. In this example, “recognizable” means that the level of the effect control INT signal changes, and that it is sent only once so as to be recognizable means that, for example, each of the first and second bytes of the effect control command data Accordingly, the production control INT signal is output in a pulse shape (rectangular wave shape) only once. The effect control INT signal may have a polarity opposite to that shown in FIG.

  13 and 14 are flowcharts showing an example of a program of the first special symbol process (step S27A) executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) mounted on the main board 31. . In the first special symbol process, a process for controlling the first special symbol display 8a and the special winning opening is executed.

  In the first special symbol process, if the first start port switch 13a for detecting that the game ball has won the first start winning port 13 is turned on, that is, the first start winning is generated. Then, the first start port switch passing process is executed (steps S311A, S312A). Then, any one of steps S300A to S310A is performed.

  Even if the variation of the first special symbol can be started by the process of step S312A, the variation of the first special symbol is not started during the variation of the second special symbol, the big hit game, and the small hit game.

  The processes in steps S300A to S310A are as follows.

  First special symbol normal process (step S300A): executed when the value of the first special symbol process flag is zero. When the game control microcomputer 560 is in a state where variable display of the first special symbol can be started, the game control microcomputer 560 checks the first reserved memory number (first start winning memory number). The first reserved memory number can be confirmed by the count value of the first reserved memory number counter. If the first reserved storage number is not 0, it is determined whether or not to make a big hit. Then, the internal state (first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (1 in this example) corresponding to step S301A.

  First variation pattern setting process (step S301A): This process is executed when the value of the first special symbol process flag is 1. The stop symbol after the variable display of the first special symbol is determined. Also, the variation pattern is determined, and the variation time in the variation pattern (variable display time: the time from the start of variable display until the display result is derived and displayed (stopped display)) Decide to be time. Also, a first variation time timer that measures the variation time of the first special symbol is started. Then, the internal state (first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S302A (2 in this example).

  First display result specifying command transmission process (step S302A): This process is executed when the value of the first special symbol process flag is 2. Control for transmitting a display result specifying command to the production control microcomputer 100 is performed. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (3 in this example) corresponding to step S303A.

  First special symbol changing process (step S303A): executed when the value of the first special symbol process flag is 3. When the variation time of the variation pattern selected in the first variation pattern setting process elapses (the first variation time timer set in step S301A times out, that is, the value of the first variation time timer becomes 0), the first special symbol The variable display on the display 8a is stopped and the stop symbol is derived and displayed. In addition, control for transmitting a symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 is performed. Also, the time for stopping and displaying the stop symbol of the first special symbol (symbol stop time) is set in the first special symbol process timer. Then, the internal state (first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (4 in this example) corresponding to step S304A. The effect control microcomputer 100 controls the effect display device 9 to stop the effect symbol when receiving the symbol confirmation designation command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560.

  First special symbol stop process (step S304A): executed when the value of the first special symbol process flag is 4. When the symbol stop time set in the first special symbol changing process has elapsed, a flag setting status confirmation process is executed. When the big hit flag is set, the internal state (first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (5 in this example) corresponding to step S305A. If the small hit flag is set, the internal state (first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S308A (8 in this example). When the big hit flag and the small hit flag are not set, the internal state (first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S300A (in this example, 0).

  Pre-opening process for first big prize opening (step S305A): executed when the value of the first special symbol process flag is 5. In the first big prize opening opening pre-processing, control for opening the big prize opening is performed. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening) is initialized, and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the big prize opening. In addition, the execution time of the special prize opening opening process is set by the timer, and the internal state (first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S306A (6 in this example). The first big winning opening opening pre-processing is executed for each round. However, when starting the first round, the first big winning opening opening pre-processing is also a process of starting a big hit game.

  First big prize opening opening process (step S306A): executed when the value of the first special symbol process flag is 6. A control for transmitting an effect control command for round display during the big hit gaming state to the effect control microcomputer 100, a process for confirming the completion of the closing condition of the big prize opening, and the like are performed. If the closing condition for the big prize opening is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the internal state (first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S305A (5 in this example). When all the rounds are completed, the internal state (first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S307A (7 in this example).

  First big hit end process (step S307A): executed when the value of the first special symbol process flag is 7. Control is performed to cause the microcomputer 100 for effect control to perform display control for notifying the player that the big hit gaming state has ended. Further, a process for setting a flag (for example, a probability variation flag) indicating a gaming state is performed. Then, the internal state (first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to step S300A.

  First small hit release pre-processing (step S308A): executed when the value of the first special symbol process flag is 8. In the first small hit pre-opening process, control is performed to open the big winning opening. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening) is initialized, and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the big prize opening. Also, the execution time of the special winning opening opening process is set by the timer, and the internal state (first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S309A (9 in this example). The first small hit pre-opening process is executed for each round, but when the first round is started, the first small hit pre-opening process is a process for starting the small hit game.

  First small hit release processing (step S309A): executed when the value of the first special symbol process flag is 9. A control for transmitting an effect control command for a round display during the small hit gaming state to the effect control microcomputer 100, a process for confirming the completion of the closing condition of the big prize opening, and the like are performed. If the closing condition for the big prize opening is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the internal state (first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S308A (8 in this example). When all the rounds are finished, the internal state (first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S310A (in this example, 10 (decimal number)).

  First small hit end processing (step S310A): executed when the value of the first special symbol process flag is 10. Control is performed to cause the microcomputer 100 for effect control to perform display control for notifying the player that the small hit gaming state has ended. Then, the internal state (first special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to step S300A.

  FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing the first start port switch passing process in step S312. In the first start port switch passing process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the first reserved memory number is 4 which is the upper limit value (step S211). If the first pending storage number is 4, the process ends.

  If the first reserved memory number is not 4, the value of the first reserved memory number counter indicating the first reserved memory number is incremented by 1 (step S212). In addition, the CPU 56 extracts software random numbers (counter values for generating big hit symbol determination random numbers, etc.) and random R (big hit determination random numbers), and uses them as the extracted random number values as the first reserved memory number. Processing for storing in the storage area in the first reserved storage buffer corresponding to the value of the counter is executed (step S213). In step S213, the CPU 56 extracts random values 1 to 3 (see FIG. 6) as software random numbers, and reads the count value of the random number circuit 503 to extract random R. In the first reserved storage buffer, the same number of storage areas as the upper limit value of the first reserved storage number are secured. Further, a counter for generating a jackpot symbol determining random number and the like and a first reserved storage buffer are formed in the RAM 55. “Formed in RAM” means an area in the RAM.

  And the display of the 1st special symbol reservation memory | storage display 18a is changed into the display which shows the value of a 1st reservation memory | storage number counter (step S214).

  16, 17 and 18 are flowcharts showing the first special symbol normal process (step S300A) in the first special symbol process. In the first special symbol normal processing, the CPU 56 performs the processing from step S52 onward on the condition that the second special symbol is not fluctuating, not in the big hit game, and not in the small hit game (step S51). Whether the second special symbol is not fluctuating, not being a big hit game, and not being a small hit game is determined by, for example, the value of the second special symbol process flag. In step S52, the value of the first reserved storage number is confirmed. Specifically, the count value of the first reserved memory number counter is confirmed. If the first reserved memory number is 0, the process is terminated.

  If the first reserved memory number is not 0, the CPU 56 checks the value of the second reserved memory number (step S53). Specifically, the count value of the second reserved memory number counter is confirmed. If the second reserved storage number is not 0, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the ordinary electric accessory (variable winning ball device 15) is in the open state (opening) (step S54). Here, whether or not the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is being opened is determined, for example, by checking the normal electric accessory solenoid output bit of the output port buffer (solenoid buffer). If the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state, the process is terminated.

  The CPU 56 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the first reserved memory number = 1 in the first reserved memory number buffer of the RAM 55 and stores it in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55 (step S55). Then, the value of the first reserved memory number is decreased by 1 (the count value of the first reserved memory number counter is decremented by 1), and the contents of each storage area are shifted (step S56). That is, each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the first reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the first reserved memory number buffer of the RAM 55 is expressed as the first reserved memory number = n−. 1 is stored in the storage area corresponding to 1. Therefore, the order in which the random number values stored in the respective storage areas corresponding to the respective first reserved memory numbers are extracted always coincides with the order of the first reserved memory number = 1, 2, 3, 4. It is like that.

  When the second reserved memory number is not 0, the variable winning ball apparatus is the variable of the first special symbol that is started in accordance with the winning of the game ball to the first starting winning opening 13 by the processing of steps S52 to S54. It is started on condition that 15 is not open. That is, when both the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number are not 0, the fluctuation of the first special symbol is not started when the variable winning ball device 15 is open. When the variable winning ball device 15 is open, it is easier for a game ball to be awarded to the second starting prize opening 14 than to win the first starting prize opening 13, so that the first special Of the symbol and the second special symbol, priority is given to the start of variable display of the special symbol corresponding to the winning at the start opening that is easy to win. In the second special symbol normal process, when the first reserved memory number is not 0 and the variable winning ball device 15 is closed, the variation of the second special symbol is not started.

  Then, the CPU 56 reads a random R (random number for jackpot determination) from the random number buffer area (step S61), and executes the jackpot determination module (step S62). The big hit judgment module compares a big hit judgment value (see FIG. 7) determined in advance with a big hit judgment random number, and determines that the big hit (ordinary big hit or probability variation big hit) or small hit is made if they match. It is a program that executes

  When the gaming state is a probable change state, the CPU 56 uses the jackpot determination value in the table in which the jackpot determination value as shown in FIG. 7B is set, and the gaming state is the normal state (including the time reduction state). ), The jackpot determination value in the table in which the jackpot determination value as shown in FIG. 7A is set is used. When it is decided to make a normal big hit (step S63), a big hit flag is set (step S71), and the process proceeds to step S75. Note that deciding whether or not to make a big hit (usually big hit or probable big hit) means deciding whether or not to shift to the big hit gaming state, but the stop symbol in the first special symbol display 8a is a big hit. It also means determining whether or not to use a symbol.

  When it is determined that the probability variation big hit is made, the CPU 56 sets the big hit flag and the probability variation big hit flag (steps S72, S73, S74). Then, the big hit symbol determination random number is read from the random number buffer area (step S75), and the big hit symbol (for example, one of the odd symbols) as the stop symbol is determined based on the big hit symbol determination random number (step S76). . In this embodiment, the stop symbol is determined without distinguishing the probability variation big hit and the normal big hit. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S80.

  When it is determined that the 4R big hit is made, the CPU 56 sets a 4R big hit flag (steps S80 and S81). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S70.

  When it is determined that the 6R big hit is made, the CPU 56 sets a 6R big hit flag (steps S82 and S83). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S70.

  When it is determined that the 8R jackpot is determined (that is, when the 4R jackpot is not determined and the 6R jackpot is not determined), the CPU 56 sets the 8R jackpot flag. Set (steps S80, S82, S84). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S70.

  If it is determined to be a small hit, a small hit flag is set (steps S77 and S78).

  When it is determined that the big hit or the small hit is not made, the CPU 56 reads out the design determining random number from the random number buffer area (step S64), and determines the stop design based on the out of design determining random number (step S65). . In this case, an off symbol (for example, any of even symbols) is determined.

  Further, when the time reduction flag indicating the time reduction state is set (step S66), the value of the time reduction counter indicating the number of times the special symbol can be changed in the time reduction state is decremented by 1 (step S67). When the value of the time reduction counter becomes 0, a time reduction end flag is set in order to shift the gaming state to the non-time reduction state when the variable display ends (steps S68 and S69). Then, the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first variation pattern setting process (step S301) (step S70). When the probability change big hit flag is set, the game state is shifted to the probability change state when the big hit game ends.

  In this embodiment, whether or not to make a big hit and the type of jackpot are determined based on the big hit determination random number (see FIG. 7), but the big hit is determined based on the big hit determination random number. If a predetermined big hit symbol (predetermined probability variation big hit symbol) is determined based on the random number for determining the big hit symbol when it is determined to be a big hit You may do it.

  Further, in this embodiment, when it is determined to be a small hit, it is assumed that the stop symbol of the special symbol is a predetermined symbol.

  FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing the first variation pattern setting process (step S301A) in the first special symbol process. In the first variation pattern setting process, the CPU 56 reads the variation pattern determination random number from the random number buffer area (step S100). Then, the variation pattern is determined based on the variation pattern determination random number (step S101).

  Here, when it is determined to be out of place, the fluctuation pattern number # 1 (the fluctuation pattern of “normal fluctuation” in which the fluctuation time of the special symbol is 5 seconds) shown in the first variable display pattern table in FIG. ) Or the variation pattern number # 2 (the variation pattern of “normal reach” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds) shown in the first variable display pattern table in FIG. 10 is selected. Note that the variation pattern when it is determined to be out of place is determined based on the reach determination random value, and in this embodiment, as shown in the first variable display pattern table in FIG. If the numerical value is any value from 0 to 8, the variation pattern number # 1 (the variation pattern of “normal variation” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 5 seconds) is selected, and the reach determination random number value is 9. A variation pattern number # 2 (a variation pattern of “normal reach” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds) is selected. When it is determined to be 4R normal big hit or 4R probability variable big hit, the fluctuation pattern number # 3 shown in the fourth variable display pattern table in FIG. 10 ("normal reach" with a special symbol fluctuation time of 10 seconds) Change pattern). Further, when it is determined that 6R normal big hit or 6R probability variable big hit is made, the fluctuation pattern number # 4 shown in the second variable display pattern table in FIG. 10 ("normal reach where the fluctuation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds" "Variation pattern" or variation pattern number # 5 (variation pattern in which "super reach A" continues to "normal reach" with a special symbol variation time of 20 seconds) shown in the second variable display pattern table in FIG. To do. Also, when it is determined that the 8R normal big hit or the 8R probability variable big hit is set, the fluctuation pattern number # 6 shown in the third variable display pattern table in FIG. 10 (“normal reach where the fluctuation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds” Variation pattern # 7 shown in the third variable display pattern table in FIG. 10 (variation pattern in which “super reach B” continues to “normal reach” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 20 seconds) or 10 is selected as a variation pattern number # 8 (a variation pattern in which “Super Reach A” and “Super Reach B” continue to “Normal Reach” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 30 seconds). .

  In order to facilitate the selection as described above, a variation pattern table is used in accordance with the result of determination as to whether or not to win a jackpot (each of the types of losing and jackpots). The variation pattern table is stored in the ROM 54, but is prepared according to the gaming state and the determination result as to whether or not to win. In each variation pattern table, data indicating a variation pattern that can be selected and a numerical value corresponding to the data are set. Then, the CPU 56 selects a variation pattern table according to the gaming state and the determination result as to whether or not to win, and corresponds to a numerical value that matches the value of the variation pattern determination random number in the selected variation pattern table. Select a variation pattern. Therefore, the game control microcomputer 560 selects the variation pattern depending on whether or not the jackpot has already been determined and whether or not the probability variation jackpot is set.

  Then, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a variation pattern command (see FIG. 9) corresponding to the variation pattern selected in step S101 to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S102). Specifically, when the CPU 56 transmits an effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100, the address of the command transmission table (preliminarily set for each command in the ROM) corresponding to the effect control command is used as a pointer. set. And the address of the command transmission table according to an effect control command is set to a pointer, and an effect control command is transmitted in an effect control command control process (step S29).

  Then, the variation of the first special symbol is started (step S103). For example, a start flag referred to in the special symbol display control process in step S33 is set. Further, a value corresponding to the variation time corresponding to the selected variation pattern is set in the variation time timer formed in the RAM 55 (step S104). Then, the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first display result specifying command transmission process (step S302A) (step S105).

  20 and 21 are flowcharts showing the first display result specifying command transmission process (step S302A). In the first display result specifying command transmission process, the CPU 56 determines any one of the display result 1 designation to display result 8 designation control commands (FIG. 9) according to the determined type of jackpot (including the jackpot). Control to send a reference). Specifically, when the probability variation jackpot flag is set, the CPU 56 proceeds to step S186. Then, when the 4R big hit flag is set, control for transmitting the display result 6 designation command is performed (steps S186 and S187). Then, the process proceeds to step S185. Further, when the 6R big hit flag is set, control for transmitting a display result 7 designation command is performed (steps S188 and S189). Then, the process proceeds to step S185. Further, when the 4R big hit flag and the 6R big hit flag are not set (the 8R big hit flag may be set), control for transmitting the display result 8 designation command is performed (step S186, S186). S188, S190). Then, the process proceeds to step S185.

  When the small hit flag is set, control for transmitting the display result 2 designation command is performed (steps S181 and S182). If neither the probability variation big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set, if the big hit flag is set (normally big hit), the process proceeds to step S191. When the 4R big hit flag is set, control is performed to transmit a display result 3 designation command (steps S191 and S192). Then, the process proceeds to step S185. Further, when the 6R big hit flag is set, control for transmitting a display result 4 designation command is performed (steps S193 and S194). Then, the process proceeds to step S185. Further, when the 4R big hit flag and the 6R big hit flag are not set (the 8R big hit flag may be set), control for transmitting a display result 5 designation command is performed (step S191, S193, S195). Then, the process proceeds to step S185.

  When the big hit flag is not set (in the case of losing), control for transmitting the display result 1 designation command is performed (steps S183 and S184). Then, the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first special symbol changing process (step S303A) (step S185).

  FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing the first special symbol changing process (step S303A) in the first special symbol process. In the first special symbol variation process, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the first variation time timer (step S121), and checks whether the first variation time timer has timed out (step S122). If the first variable time timer has not timed out (N in step S122), the process is terminated as it is. When the first variation time timer has timed out (Y in step S122), the CPU 56 sets an end flag referred to in the special symbol display control process in step S33 to end the variation of the special symbol, and the first special symbol Control for deriving and displaying the stop symbol on the display 8a is performed (step S123). Further, control is performed to transmit a symbol confirmation designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S124). Then, the CPU 56 sets the symbol stop time in the first special symbol process timer (step S125), and updates the value of the first special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the first special symbol stop process (step S304A) ( Step S126).

  FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing the first special symbol stop process (step S304A) in the first special symbol process. In the first special symbol process, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the value of the first special symbol process timer (step S131), and checks whether the first special symbol process timer has timed out (step S132). If the first special symbol process timer has not timed out (N in step S132), the process is terminated. When the first special symbol process timer times out (Y in step S132), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S133). If the big hit flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S137.

  When the big hit flag is set (Y in step S133), the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a big hit start designation command (step S134). Specifically, a big hit start 3 designation command is transmitted when the probability variation big hit flag is set, and a big hit start 1 designation command is transmitted when the normal big hit flag is set.

  In addition, a value corresponding to the big hit display time (time for notifying that the big hit has occurred, for example, in the effect display device 9) is set in the big hit display time timer (step S135). Then, the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first special symbol normal process (step S300A) (step S136).

  In step S137, it is confirmed whether or not the small hit flag is set. If the small hit flag is set, the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first small hit pre-release processing (step S308A) (steps S137 and S138). If the small hit flag is not set, the short time end flag is reset when the short time end flag is set (steps S141 and S142), and the short time flag indicating that the gaming state is the short time state is reset. (Step S143). Then, the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first special symbol normal process (step S300A) (step S144).

  Note that the time reduction end flag is set in step S69 in the first special symbol normal process. In addition, the gaming state shifts to a non-time saving state by resetting the time saving flag. At this stage, if the gaming state is a probability variation state, the gaming state becomes a probability variation state of a non-short-time state. Further, if it is a non-probable change state (a state that is not a probabilistic change state), it shifts to a state that is not a probable change state and that is not a time-short state.

  In the first big winning opening opening pre-processing, when the big hit display time timer is set, the CPU 56 performs control for opening the big winning opening when the big winning display time timer times out, and the big winning opening opening time. A value corresponding to the opening time (for example, 29 seconds in the case of a normal big hit and a probable big hit) is set in the timer, and the value of the first special symbol process flag is set in the first big winning opening opening process (step S306A). Update to the corresponding value. The case where the big hit display time timer is set is the case before the start of the first round. When the interval timer (timer for determining the interval time between rounds) is set, when the interval timer times out, control is performed to open the big prize opening and the opening time ( For example, a value corresponding to 29 seconds in the case of a normal big hit and a probable big hit is set), and the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first big prize opening opening process (step S306A). To do.

  In the first grand prize opening opening process, the CPU 56 ends the final round when the big prize opening time timer times out or the number of winning balls to the big prize opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, 10). If not, the control for closing the prize winning opening is performed, the value corresponding to the interval time is set in the interval timer, and the value of the first special symbol process flag is set to the first prize winning opening pre-processing (step S305A). ) To a value corresponding to. When the final round ends, the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first big hit end process (step S307A).

  FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing the first big hit end process (step S307A) in the first special symbol process. In the first jackpot end process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the jackpot end display timer is set (step S150). If the jackpot end display timer is set, the process proceeds to step S154. If the jackpot end display timer is not set, the jackpot flag is reset (step S151), and control for transmitting a jackpot end designation command is performed (step S152). If the probability variation jackpot flag is set, a jackpot end 2 designation command is transmitted. If the probability variation jackpot flag is not set, a jackpot end 1 designation command is transmitted. Then, a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time during which the big hit end display is performed on the effect display device 9 (big hit end display time) is set in the big hit end display timer (step S153), and the processing is ended.

  In step S154, 1 is subtracted from the value of the big hit end display timer. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the jackpot end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the jackpot end display time has elapsed (step S155). If not, the process ends. If it has elapsed, the time reduction flag is set to shift the gaming state to the time reduction state (step S156), and 100 is set in the time reduction counter (step S157).

  Then, it is confirmed whether or not the probability variation big hit flag is set (step S158). If the probability variation big hit flag is not set, the probability variation flag is reset (step S163). If the probability variation jackpot flag is set, the set probability variation jackpot flag is reset (step S159). The probability variation flag is set and the gaming state is shifted to the probability variation state (step S161). If the gaming state at that time is a probability variation state, the probability variation flag has already been set. Then, the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first special symbol normal process (step S300A) (step S162).

  In the first small hit pre-opening process in step S308A, the same process as the first big winning opening opening pre-process (step S305A) is performed. However, instead of updating the value of the first special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the first big prize opening opening process, the value is updated to a value corresponding to the first small hit opening process. In the first small hit opening process in step S309A, the same process as the first big prize opening opening process (step S306A) is performed. However, if it is not the final round, the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first small hit release pre-processing (step S308A), and if it is the final round (second round), the first The value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first small hit end processing (step S310A).

  FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing the first small hit end process (step S310A) in the first special symbol process. In the first small hitting end process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hitting end display timer is set (step S170). If the small hitting end display timer is set, the process proceeds to step S174. When the big hit end display timer is not set, the big hit flag and the small hit flag are reset (steps S171A and S171B), and control for transmitting the big hit end 1 designation command is performed (step S172). Then, the small hit end display timer sets a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time during which the small hit end display is performed in the effect display device 9 (small hit end display time) in the small hit end display timer ( Step S173), the process is terminated.

  In step S174, 1 is subtracted from the value of the small hit end display timer. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the small hit end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the small hit end display time has elapsed (step S175). If not, the process ends. If it has elapsed, the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S176).

  26 and 27 are flowcharts showing an example of a program of the second special symbol process (step S27B) executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) mounted on the main board 31. . In the second special symbol process, a process for controlling the second special symbol indicator 8b and the special winning opening is executed.

  In the second special symbol process, the CPU 56 has turned on the second start opening switch 14a for detecting that the game ball has won the second start winning opening 14, that is, the second start winning has occurred. Then, the second start port switch passing process is executed (steps S311B, S312B). Then, any one of steps S300B to S310B is performed.

  The processes in steps S300B to S310B are as follows.

  Second special symbol normal process (step S300B): executed when the value of the second special symbol process flag is zero. The game control microcomputer 560 confirms the second reserved memory number (second start prize memory number) when the variable display of the second special symbol can be started. The second reserved memory number can be confirmed by the count value of the second reserved memory number counter. If the second reserved storage number is not 0, it is determined whether or not to make a big hit. Then, the internal state (second special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (1 in this example) corresponding to step S301B.

  Second variation pattern setting process (step S301B): This process is executed when the value of the second special symbol process flag is 1. The stop symbol after the variable display of the second special symbol is determined. Also, the variation pattern is determined, and the variation time in the variation pattern (variable display time: the time from the start of variable display until the display result is derived and displayed (stopped display)) Decide to be time. Also, a second variation time timer for measuring the variation time of the second special symbol is started. Then, the internal state (second special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S302B (2 in this example).

  Second display result specifying command transmission process (step S302B): executed when the value of the second special symbol process flag is 2. Control for transmitting a display result specifying command to the production control microcomputer 100 is performed. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (3 in this example) corresponding to step S303B.

  Second special symbol changing process (step S303B): executed when the value of the second special symbol process flag is 3. When the variation time of the variation pattern selected in the second variation pattern setting process elapses (the second variation time timer set in step S301B times out, that is, the value of the second variation time timer becomes 0), the second special symbol The variable display on the display 8b is stopped and the stop symbol is derived and displayed. In addition, control for transmitting a symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 is performed. Also, the time for stopping and displaying the stop symbol of the second special symbol (design stop time) is set in the second special symbol process timer. Then, the internal state (second special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (4 in this example) corresponding to step S304B. The effect control microcomputer 100 controls the effect display device 9 to stop the effect symbol when receiving the symbol confirmation designation command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560.

  Second special symbol stop process (step S304B): executed when the value of the second special symbol process flag is 4. When the symbol stop time set in the second special symbol changing process has elapsed, a flag setting status confirmation process is executed. When the big hit flag is set and the small hit flag is not set, the internal state (second special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (5 in this example) corresponding to step S305B. If the small hit flag is set, the internal state (second special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (8 in this example) corresponding to step S308B. If the big hit flag is not set, the internal state (second special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S300B (in this example, 0).

  Pre-opening process for second big prize opening (step S305B): This process is executed when the value of the second special symbol process flag is 5. In the second grand prize opening opening pre-process, control for opening the big prize opening is performed. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening) is initialized, and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the big prize opening. In addition, the execution time of the special prize opening opening process is set by the timer, and the internal state (second special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (6 in this example) corresponding to step S306B. Note that the pre-opening process for the second big winning opening is executed for each round, but when starting the first round, the pre-opening process for the second big winning opening is also a process for starting the big hit game.

  Second big prize opening opening process (step S306B): executed when the value of the second special symbol process flag is 6. A control for transmitting an effect control command for round display during the big hit gaming state to the effect control microcomputer 100, a process for confirming the completion of the closing condition of the big prize opening, and the like are performed. If the closing condition for the big prize opening is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the internal state (second special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (5 in this example) corresponding to step S305B. When all the rounds are finished, the internal state (second special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S307B (7 in this example).

  Second big hit end process (step S307B): executed when the value of the second special symbol process flag is 7. Control is performed to cause the microcomputer 100 for effect control to perform display control for notifying the player that the big hit gaming state has ended. Further, a process for setting a flag (for example, a probability variation flag) indicating a gaming state is performed. Then, the internal state (second special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to step S300B.

  Second small hit pre-release process (step S308B): This process is executed when the value of the second special symbol process flag is 8. In the second pre-opening pre-treatment, control is performed to open the big winning opening. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening) is initialized, and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the big prize opening. In addition, the execution time of the special winning opening opening process is set by the timer, and the internal state (second special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S309B (9 in this example). The second small hit pre-opening process is executed for each round, but when the first round is started, the second small hit pre-opening process is a process for starting the small hit game.

  Second small hit opening process (step S309B): This process is executed when the value of the second special symbol process flag is 9. A control for transmitting an effect control command for a round display during the small hit gaming state to the effect control microcomputer 100, a process for confirming the completion of the closing condition of the big prize opening, and the like are performed. If the closing condition for the big prize opening is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the internal state (second special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S308B (8 in this example). When all the rounds have been completed, the internal state (second special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S310B (in this example, 10 (decimal number)).

  Second small hit end processing (step S310B): executed when the value of the second special symbol process flag is 10. Control is performed to cause the microcomputer 100 for effect control to perform display control for notifying the player that the small hit gaming state has ended. Then, the internal state (second special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to step S300B.

  FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing the second special symbol normal process (step S300B) in the second special symbol process. In the second special symbol normal process, the CPU 56 performs the processing after step S52B on the condition that the first special symbol is not changing, is not in the big hit game, and is not in the small hit game (step S51B). Whether the second special symbol is not changing, is not being a big hit game, and is not being a small hit game is determined, for example, by the value of the first special symbol process flag. In step S52B, the value of the second reserved storage number is confirmed. Specifically, the count value of the second reserved memory number counter is confirmed. If the second reserved memory number is 0, the process is terminated.

  If the second reserved memory number is not 0, the CPU 56 checks the value of the first reserved memory number (step S53B). Specifically, the count value of the first reserved memory number counter is confirmed. If the first reserved memory number is not 0, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the ordinary electric accessory (variable winning ball device 15) is in the open state (opening) (step S54B). Whether or not the variable winning ball device 15 is being opened is determined, for example, by checking a normal electric accessory solenoid output bit of an output port buffer (solenoid buffer). If the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is not open, the process is terminated.

  The CPU 56 reads out each random value stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = 1 in the second reserved memory number buffer of the RAM 55 and stores it in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55 (step S55B). Then, the value of the second reserved memory number is decreased by 1 (the count value of the second reserved memory number counter is decremented by 1), and the contents of each storage area are shifted (step S56B). That is, each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the second reserved memory number buffer of the RAM 55 is expressed as the second reserved memory number = n−. 1 is stored in the storage area corresponding to 1. Therefore, the order in which each random number value stored in each storage area corresponding to each second reserved memory number is extracted always matches the order of the second reserved memory number = 1, 2, 3, 4. It is like that.

  Thereafter, the CPU 56 executes processing corresponding to the processing after step S61 in the first special symbol normal processing shown in FIG. In the description of the processing after step S61 in the first special symbol normal process, if “first” is read as “second” and “second” is read as “first”, the second special symbol normal process is performed. become.

  Further, the processes in steps S301B to S310B in the second special symbol process are the same as the processes in steps S301A to S310A in the first special symbol process. That is, in the description of the first special symbol process, if “first” is read as “second” and “second” is read as “first”, the second special symbol process is explained. Become.

  In addition, when the first reserved memory number is not 0, the variation of the second special symbol started in response to the winning of the game ball to the second start winning opening 14 by the processing of steps S52B to S54B is a variable winning. It is started on condition that the ball device 15 is open. That is, when both the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number are not 0, the variation of the second special symbol is not started when the variable winning ball device 15 is closed. When the variable winning ball device 15 is closed, the game ball is likely to win the first starting winning port 13 as compared to the second starting winning port 14, so that the first special is controlled by such control. Of the symbol and the second special symbol, priority is given to the start of variable display of the special symbol corresponding to the winning at the start opening that is easy to win.

  Next, the normal symbol process (step S28) executed by the game control microcomputer 560 will be described. FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing normal symbol process processing. In the normal symbol process, when the game control microcomputer 560 detects that the game ball has passed through the gate 32 and the gate switch 32a is turned on (step S710), the game switch microcomputer 560 performs a gate switch passage process (step S711). Execute.

  In the gate switch passage process, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the count value of the gate passage memory counter (the number of gate passage memories) has reached the maximum value (“4” in this example). If the maximum value has not been reached, the count value of the gate passage storage counter is incremented by one. Note that the LED of the normal symbol storage memory display 41 is turned on according to the value of the gate passage storage counter. Then, the game control microcomputer 560 performs a process of extracting the value of the random number for determination per ordinary symbol (random 4) and storing it in the storage area (ordinary symbol determination buffer) corresponding to the value of the number of gate passing memories. .

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 executes any one of the processes shown in steps S712 to S716 according to the value of the normal symbol process flag.

  Processing in steps S712 to S716 is as follows.

  Normal symbol normal processing (step S712): Executed when the value of the normal symbol process flag is zero. The state in which the value of the normal symbol process flag is 0 is a state in which normal symbol variation can be started (for example, the normal symbol change display is not performed on the normal symbol display 10 and This is a case where the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is not in the open / close operation based on the fact that the symbol is derived and displayed on the normal symbol display 10. The game control microcomputer 560 checks the value of the number of passages through the gate in the normal symbol normal processing. Specifically, the count value of the gate passing memory number counter is confirmed. If the number of stored gate passages is not 0, it is determined whether or not to win using the normal symbol per-determining random number (whether or not to stop the normal symbol as a winning symbol). Also, the stop symbol of the normal symbol is determined using the random symbol for determining the normal symbol. Then, the normal symbol process timer is set to the normal symbol process timer, and the normal symbol process timer is started. Also, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically “1”) corresponding to the normal symbol changing process (step S713).

  Normal symbol changing process (step S713): This is executed when the value of the normal symbol process flag is 1. The game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the normal symbol process timer has timed out. If timed out, the normal symbol change in the normal symbol display 10 is stopped, the normal symbol process symbol is set in the normal symbol process timer, and the normal symbol process timer is started. Then, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically “2”) corresponding to the normal symbol stop process (step S714).

  Normal symbol stop process (step S714): This is executed when the value of the normal symbol process flag is 2. The game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the normal symbol process timer has timed out, and if it has timed out, checks whether or not the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a winning symbol. If it is not a winning symbol (if it is a missing symbol), the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically “0”) corresponding to the normal symbol normal process (step S712). If the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a winning symbol, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically, “3”) corresponding to the normal electric accessory release pre-processing (step S715).

  Normal electric accessory release pre-processing (step S715): This is executed when the value of the normal symbol process flag is 3. If it is before the first opening, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the opening number in the opening number counter, and drives the solenoid 15a to open the ordinary electric accessory (variable winning ball apparatus 15). Then, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically, “4”) corresponding to the process for releasing the normal electric accessory (step S716). If it is not before the first opening, that is, after the second or later opening, the closing time is measured, and when the closing time has elapsed, the value of the normal symbol process flag is processed during the opening of the normal electric accessory (step S716). ) To a value corresponding to (specifically “4”).

  Normal electric accessory opening process (step S716): This is executed when the value of the normal symbol process flag is 4. The game control microcomputer 560 measures the opening time, and when the opening time has elapsed, stops the driving of the solenoid 15a and closes the ordinary electric accessory. When the last release is completed, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically, “0”) corresponding to the normal symbol normal process (step S712). If the final release is not completed, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically, “3”) corresponding to the normal electric accessory release pre-processing (step S715).

  FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing the normal symbol normal process (step S712). In the normal symbol normal process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the gate passing memory number is 0 (step S721). Specifically, the count value of the gate passing memory number counter is confirmed. If the gate passing memory number is 0, the process is terminated as it is. If the gate passing memory number is not 0, the CPU 56 reads the normal symbol per-design random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the gate passing memory number = 1 and stores it in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55 (step S722). ). The CPU 56 also stores the normal symbol determining random number in the random number buffer area. Then, the CPU 56 decreases the value of the gate passage storage number counter by 1 and shifts the contents of each storage area (step S723). That is, a random number value for determination per normal symbol stored in a storage area corresponding to the number of gate passing memories = n (n = 2, 3, 4) is stored in a storage area corresponding to the number of gate passing memories = n−1. To store.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads the normal random number for determination per symbol from the random number storage buffer (step S724), and determines whether to win or not based on the read random number value (step S725). Specifically, it is determined whether or not the value of the random number for normal symbol determination matches the hit determination value, and if there is a matching hit determination value, it is determined to be a hit. For example, the hit determination value is 3 to 12 in the probability variation state, and the hit determination value is 3 and 7 in the normal state (including the time reduction state). Since the random number for normal symbol determination is updated in the numerical range of 3 to 13 (see FIG. 6), the winning probability in the probability variation state is 10/11, and the winning probability in the normal state is 2/11. That is, in the probability variation state, it is a hit with higher probability than in the normal state. The CPU 56 determines the stop symbol of the normal symbol using the normal symbol determination random number. In the case of winning, the normal symbol stop symbol is, for example, an odd symbol.

  Next, the CPU 56 sets the normal symbol change time in the normal symbol process timer (step S726), and starts the normal symbol change in the normal symbol display 10 (step S727). In this embodiment, as shown in the explanatory diagram of FIG. 33A and the timing diagram of FIG. 33B, the variation time of the normal symbol in the normal state is 30.0 seconds, and the probability variation state and the short time The variation time of the normal symbol in the state is 1.0 second. Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the normal symbol process flag to a value (specifically “1”) corresponding to the normal symbol changing process (step S713) (step S728).

  FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing the normal symbol variation processing (step S713). In the normal symbol changing process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the normal symbol process timer has reached 0, that is, whether or not the normal symbol process timer has timed out (step S731). If the normal symbol process timer has not timed out, the CPU 56 decrements the value of the normal symbol process timer by -1 (step S735).

  When the normal symbol process timer times out, that is, when the variation time of the ordinary symbol has elapsed, the CPU 56 stops the variation of the ordinary symbol on the ordinary symbol display 10 (step S732). Also, the normal symbol stop symbol display time is set in the normal symbol process timer (step S733). Then, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically “2”) corresponding to the normal symbol stop process (step S714) (step S734).

  FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing the normal symbol stop process (step S714). In the normal symbol stop process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the normal symbol process timer has reached 0, that is, whether or not the normal symbol process timer has timed out (step S741). If the normal symbol process timer has not timed out, the CPU 56 decrements the value of the normal symbol process timer by -1 (step S742).

  When the normal symbol process timer times out, that is, when the normal symbol stop symbol display time elapses, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the normal symbol stop symbol is a winning symbol (step S743). When the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a winning symbol, the CPU 56 determines that the value shown in the lower part of FIG. 33 (A) is set as the release pattern of the normal electric accessory when the gaming state is the probability variation state. The release pattern set in the hour and hour / hour table is selected (steps S744 and S745). In the normal state, the CPU 56 selects the release pattern set in the normal time table in which the value shown in the upper part of FIG. 33A is set as the release pattern of the ordinary electric accessory (step S744). S746). In the example shown in FIG. 33, in the normal time table, the opening time is 0.3 seconds (0.3 s), the closing time is 1.0 seconds (1.0 s), and the number of times of opening is 2 as an opening pattern. Data indicating that is set. In addition, the probability change time and time reduction table has an opening pattern of 1.2 seconds (1.2 s) for opening time, 1.5 seconds (1.5 s) for closing time, and 3 times for opening. The data shown is set.

  Then, the CPU 56 sets a first pre-release flag (step S747). Also, the release pattern selected in step S745 or S746 is set in the release pattern buffer (step S748). Thereafter, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically, “3”) corresponding to the normal electric accessory release pre-processing (step S715) (step S749).

  When the stop symbol of the normal symbol is an off symbol, the CPU 56 updates the value of the normal symbol process flag to a value (specifically “0”) corresponding to the normal symbol normal process (step S712) (step S712). S743, S750).

  FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing the ordinary electric accessory release pre-processing (step S715). In the normal electric accessory release pre-processing, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the first pre-open flag is set (step S761). If the first pre-release flag is set, the first pre-release flag is reset (step S762), and the number of releases set in the release pattern buffer is set in the release number counter (step S763). . Further, a value corresponding to the release time set in the release pattern buffer is set in the normal electric timer (step S764). Further, the solenoid 15a is driven to open the variable winning ball apparatus 15 (step S765), and the value of the normal symbol process flag is a value corresponding to the normal electric accessory opening process (step S716) (specifically, “4”). ”) (Step S766).

  When the CPU 56 confirms that the flag before the first opening is not set in the process of step S761, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the value of the normal electric timer (step S767). If the value of the ordinary power combination timer becomes 0, that is, if the ordinary power combination timer times out, the process proceeds to step S764 (step S768). In addition, the process of step S767 and S768 is a process for measuring the closing time after the opening | release after the 1st time is complete | finished.

  FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing the process during normal electric accessory opening (step S716). In the process for releasing the normal electric combination, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the value of the normal electric combination timer (step S771). When the value of the ordinary electric combination timer becomes 0, that is, when the ordinary electric combination timer times out (step S772), the drive of the solenoid 15a is stopped and the ordinary electric combination (variable winning ball apparatus 15) is removed. Close (step S773).

  Also, the value of the opening number counter is decremented by -1 (step S774). If the value of the opening number counter is not 0, a value corresponding to the closing time set in the opening pattern buffer is set in the normal electric timer. (Steps S775 and S776). Thereafter, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically, “3”) corresponding to the normal electric accessory release pre-processing (step S715) (step S777).

  When the CPU 56 confirms that the value of the number-of-opens counter is 0 in the process of step S775, the CPU 56 sets the value of the normal symbol process flag to a value (specifically, “0” corresponding to the normal symbol normal process (step S712)). ”) (Step S778).

  FIG. 36 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of bit assignment of input ports related to a switch for detecting a game ball in the game control microcomputer. As shown in FIG. 36, the bits 0 to 7 of the input port 0 include the count switch 23, the gate switch 32a, the winning port switches 33a, 39a, 29a, 30a, the first start port switch 13a, and the second start, respectively. The detection signal of the mouth switch 14a is input. The input port 0 is a part of the I / O port unit 57 shown in FIG.

  Next, payout control commands (payout control signals) transmitted and received between the main board 31 and the payout control board 37 will be described. FIG. 37 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of a payout control signal output from the game control microcomputer 560 to the payout control microcomputer.

  The prize ball REQ signal is a signal that is in an output state (= ON state) when a prize ball number command is transmitted (that is, a trigger signal for a prize ball payout request). The award ball number signal is a signal (prize ball number command) output for designating the number of game balls (0 to 15) for which a payout request is made.

  FIG. 38 is a block diagram showing signal lines and the like used for transmission / reception of each control signal shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 38, the prize ball REQ signal and the 4-bit prize ball number signal are output by the game control microcomputer 560 via the output circuit 67 and to the payout control microcomputer 370 via the input circuit 373A. Entered. The output circuit 67 is installed on the main board 31 outside the I / O port portion 57 shown in FIG. 2 (not shown in FIG. 2). Further, on the payout control board 37, an output circuit 67 is provided in the preceding stage of the input port in the payout control microcomputer.

  FIG. 39 is a timing chart showing an example of how to output the payout control signal. As shown in FIG. 39, the winning detection switch (count switch 23, winning port switches 33a, 39a, 29a, 30a, first starting port switch 13a, and second starting port switch 14a) has detected the winning of the game ball. Based on this, the game control microcomputer 560 turns on the prize ball REQ signal and sets the output state of the prize ball number signal according to the number of prize balls to be paid out in accordance with the winning. Specifically, when the gaming control microcomputer 560 detects that a game ball has won a winning area provided in the gaming machine based on a detection signal from the winning detection switch, the gaming control microcomputer 560 calculates a predetermined number of winning balls. It is added to the content of the total number of winning balls stored in the backup RAM. When the content of the total winning ball number storage buffer becomes a non-zero value, the winning ball REQ signal is turned on, and the output state of the winning ball number signal is set in accordance with the number of winning balls to be paid out according to winning. Put it in a state.

  In this embodiment, when a game ball is detected by the first start port switch 13a and the second start port switch 14a, four prize balls are paid out, and any of the winning port switches 33a, 39a, 29a, 30a is paid. When a game ball is detected, 7 prize balls are paid out. When a game ball is detected by the count switch 23, 15 prize balls are paid out. Further, as described above, since the prize ball number signal is composed of 4 bits, among the prize ball number signals of 00 (H) to 0F (H) expressed in 8 bits, the lower 4 bits are The signal is transmitted from the main board 31 to the payout control board 37 by the award ball number signal. Hereinafter, it may be expressed as “00 (H) to 0F (H) prize ball number signal”, but in reality, the prize ball number signal is represented by 8 bits. This corresponds to the lower 4 bits of 0F (H).

  Further, in this embodiment, the prize ball number signal is transmitted by unidirectional communication in which the signal is transmitted only from the main board 31 toward the payout control board 37, but by bidirectional communication, A prize ball number signal may be transmitted from the main board 31 to the payout control board 37. When performing two-way communication, for example, the payout control microcomputer transmits an ACK signal (response signal) to the game control microcomputer 560 in response to reception of the prize ball REQ signal, or receives a prize ball number signal. An ACK signal indicating that the game has been performed is transmitted to the game control microcomputer 560.

  Next, the switch process (step S21) in the main process will be described. In this embodiment, when the ON state of the detection signal of each switch related to winning detection or gate passage continues for a predetermined time, it is determined that the switch is certainly turned on. Specifically, the switch process is activated every 2 ms, but if the switch is detected to be turned on in both the switch process activated at the present time and the switch process activated 2 ms ago, the switch process is surely performed. Determined to be on.

  FIG. 40 is an explanatory diagram showing each 1-byte buffer formed in the RAM 55 used in the switching process. The port buffer before two times is a buffer in which the switch on / off determination result of the previous time (assumed to be 4 ms before) is stored. The previous port buffer is a buffer in which the switch on / off determination result of the previous time (2 ms before) is stored. As described above, in the switch-on buffer, when a switch on is detected, 1 is set in the corresponding bit of the switch, and when a switch off is detected, 0 is set in the corresponding bit of the switch. It is a buffer. The previous data is a buffer area that is temporarily used when the switch process is executed. The previous-time port buffer, the previous port buffer, the switch-on buffer, and the previous data are formed in the RAM 55. Further, the bit arrangement of the port buffer, the previous port buffer, and the switch-on buffer two times in advance corresponds to the bit arrangement of the input port 0. That is, information corresponding to each of the switch detection signals assigned to bits 0 to 7 shown in FIG. 36 is set in bits 0 to 7 of the port buffer, the previous port buffer, and the switch on buffer two times before.

  FIG. 41 is a flowchart showing a processing example of the switch processing in step S21 in the game control processing. In the switch process, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the content of the previous port buffer to the previous data (step S331). Further, the exclusive OR of the contents of the port buffer and the previous data is taken twice before (step S332). Then, the result of the exclusive OR operation is set as the previous data (step S333). At this stage, in the previous data, the bit having a different value among the 8 bits of the port buffer and the 8 bits of the previous port buffer is “1”. In addition, the contents of the previous port buffer are set in the port buffer two times before (step S334).

  Then, input port 0 data is input (step S335), and the input data is set in the previous port buffer (step S336). The processes in steps S334 and S336 correspond to a preparation process when the switch process is executed next time (after 2 ms).

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 takes the logical product of the data input from the input port 0 and the previous data (step S337). At this stage, in the previous data, a bit having a different value among the 8 bits of the previous port buffer and the 8 bits of the previous port buffer is “1”. That is, among the detection signals of the seven switches, the bit corresponding to the detection signal changed from the state before 2 ms from the state before 4 ms (from “0” to “1” or from “1” to “0”). Is “1”. Therefore, when the logical product of the previous data and the data input from the input port 0 is taken in step S337, the bit that is “1” in the data input from the input port 0 and 2 ms before The bit whose state has changed from the state 4 ms before becomes “1”. That is, as a result of the logical product operation, the bit corresponding to the detection signal in which the current state is the on state and has been detected to have changed from the off state to the on state during the previous switch processing (2 ms before) is “ 1 ”. In other words, the bit corresponding to the detection signal that has changed from the off state to the on state and then detected the on state twice in succession is “1”. Note that “continuously twice” means “both the switch process executed at a certain time and the switch process executed 2 ms after the switch process”.

  The game control microcomputer 560 stores the result of the AND operation in the switch-on buffer (step S338). In the switch-on buffer, after changing from the off state to the on state, the bit corresponding to the detection signal in which the on state is detected twice consecutively is “1”. Therefore, the game control microcomputer 560 can confirm that the detection signal of the switch corresponding to the bit which is “1” in the switch-on buffer is surely turned on. Note that “definitely” means that the ON state has been detected twice in succession, that is, it can be considered that the ON state has continued for 4 ms. It can be done.

  FIG. 42 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the prize ball processing in step S31. In the prize ball process, the game control microcomputer 560 executes a prize ball number addition process (step S341) and a prize ball control process (step S342).

  In the prize ball number adding process, a prize ball number table shown in FIG. 43 is used. The prize ball number table is set in the ROM 54. The number of processes (in this example, “7”) is set at the start address of the winning ball number table, and the switch input bit determination for each switch of the winning opening from which the winning ball is to be paid out by winning from the next address. The value and the number of winning balls are sequentially set corresponding to each switch of the winning opening. The switch input bit determination value is a value corresponding to the bit to which the detection signal of each switch at the input port 0 is input (see FIG. 36).

  FIG. 44 is a flowchart showing the award ball number addition process in step S341. In the winning ball number adding process, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the start address of the winning ball number table as a pointer (step S351). Then, the data at the address pointed to by the pointer (in this case, the number of processes) is loaded (step S352). Next, the switch-on buffer is loaded into the register (step S353).

  Then, the pointer value is incremented by 1 (step S354), and the logical product of the contents of the switch-on buffer and the prize ball number table data pointed to by the pointer (in this case, the switch input bit determination value) is calculated (step S355). . Further, the value of the pointer is increased by 1 (step S356).

  If the calculation result in step S355 is not 0 (N in step S361), that is, if the detection signal of the switch to be inspected is on, the process proceeds to step S362A. If the calculation result in step S355 is 0 (Y in step S361), that is, if the detection signal of the switch to be inspected is not on, the number of processes is reduced by 1 (step S359), and if the number of processes is 0 The process ends, and if the number of processes is not 0, the process returns to step S354 (step S360).

  In step S362A, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the switch input bit determination value used in the process of step S355 is a count switch input bit determination value. That is, it is confirmed whether or not it is confirmed in step S361 that the count switch 23 is turned on (whether or not the switch to be inspected is the count switch 23).

  When the switch input bit determination value is the count switch input bit determination value (Y in step S362A), the game control microcomputer 560 displays the special symbol process flag (first special symbol process flag or second special symbol process). It is confirmed whether or not the value of (flag) is 5 or more (step S362B). That the value of the special symbol process flag (the first special symbol process flag or the second special symbol process flag) is 5 or more means that in the first special symbol process or the second special symbol process, step S305A or S305B This means that the processing after the pre-opening for the big prize opening is being executed. That is, it means that a big hit game or a small hit game is being played. Here, during the big hit game, it is a period from the start of the big hit display to the end of the big hit end processing. Further, during the small hit game, it is a period from the start of the small hit display until the end of the small hit end process. In other words, if the value of the special symbol process flag (first special symbol process flag or second special symbol process flag) is 5 or more, when the game control is being executed normally, the big prize opening is released. This indicates that there is a possibility that control will be performed.

  When the value of the special symbol process flag (the first special symbol process flag or the second special symbol process flag) is 5 or more (Y in step S362B), the game control microcomputer 560 determines the number of prize balls pointed to by the pointer. The table data (in this case, the number of prize balls) is set to the prize ball addition value (step S364), and the prize ball addition value is added to the contents of the 16-bit total prize ball number storage buffer formed in the RAM 55. (Step S365). If a carry occurs as a result of the addition, the content of the total number of winning balls storage buffer is set to 65535 (= FFFF (H)) (steps S357 and S358). Then, the process proceeds to step S359.

  When the value of the special symbol process flag (the first special symbol process flag and the second special symbol process flag) is less than 5, the big hit game and the small hit game are not executed, and the control for opening the big prize opening is not executed. State. When it is detected that the count switch 23 is turned on in such a state, it means that an abnormal prize has occurred at the big prize opening or that the detection signal from the count switch 23 has a noise over a long period (over 4 ms). Means that you got on. Therefore, when it is detected that the count switch 23 is turned on in a state where the value of the special symbol process flag (the first special symbol process flag and the second special symbol process flag) is less than 5 (N in step S362B). The control for adding the prize ball addition value to the total prize ball number storage buffer is not executed. That is, the prize ball payout based on the count switch 23 being turned on is not executed (the processes in steps S364 and S365 are skipped). Then, the process proceeds to step S359.

  When the switch input bit determination value is not the count switch input bit determination value (N in step S362A), the game control microcomputer 560 determines that the switch input bit determination value used in the process of step S355 is the second start port switch input. It is confirmed whether or not the bit determination value has been reached (step S363A). That is, it is confirmed in step S361 whether or not the second start port switch 14a has been turned on (whether or not the switch to be inspected is the second start port switch 14a).

  When the switch input bit determination value is the second start port switch input bit determination value (Y in step S363A), the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not the value of the normal symbol process flag is 3 or more. Confirm (step S363B). That the value of the normal symbol process flag is 3 or more means that in the normal symbol process, the normal electric accessory release pre-processing in step S715 or the normal electric accessory release process in step S716 is executed. To do. That is, it means that the normal electric accessory (variable winning ball apparatus 15) is being opened and closed.

  When the switch input bit determination value is not the second start port switch input bit determination value (N in step S363A) and when the value of the normal symbol process flag is 3 or more (Y in step S363B), the game control The microcomputer 560 sets the prize ball number table data (in this case, the prize ball number) pointed to by the pointer as the prize ball addition value (step S364), and the prize ball addition value is formed in the RAM 5516. It is added to the contents of the bit total prize ball number storage buffer (step S365). If a carry occurs as a result of the addition, the content of the total number of winning balls storage buffer is set to 65535 (= FFFF (H)) (steps S357 and S358). Then, the process proceeds to step S359.

  The state where the value of the normal symbol process flag is not 3 or more is a state where the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is not opened. In such a state, it is detected that the second start opening switch 14a is turned on. This means that an abnormal winning has occurred in the second start winning opening 14 or a detection signal from the second start opening switch 14a is long. This means that noise has been applied for a period (over 4 ms). Therefore, when it is detected that the second start port switch 14a is turned on in a state where the value of the normal symbol process flag is less than 3 (N in step S363B), a prize ball addition value is stored in the total prize ball number storage buffer. The control to add is not executed. That is, the prize ball payout based on the fact that the second start port switch 14a is turned on is not executed (steps S364 and S365 are skipped). Then, the process proceeds to step S359.

  In the above processing, whether or not the gaming control microcomputer 560 has made an abnormal winning at the big winning opening based on the value of the special symbol process flag (the first special symbol process flag and the second special symbol process flag). However, when it is detected that the count switch 23 is turned on when the big winning opening is not actually opened, the prize ball payout based on the fact that the count switch 23 is turned on is not executed. It may be. However, as in this embodiment, when it is configured to determine whether or not an abnormal winning has occurred based on the values of the first special symbol process flag and the second special symbol process flag, it is based on one piece of data. Since it can be determined whether or not an abnormal winning has occurred, the determination process is simplified. Since the big winning opening is opened or closed over a plurality of rounds, if it is determined whether or not the actual winning opening is controlled and it is determined whether or not an abnormal winning has occurred, the process is To be complicated.

  In addition, since there is a certain distance between the entrance of the big prize opening and the position where the count switch 23 is installed, it is determined whether or not the control for actually opening the big prize opening is performed, and whether or not an abnormal prize has occurred. In determining whether or not, it is necessary to consider a game ball that may have won a prize winning slot immediately before closing after performing a control for closing the prize winning opening. That is, it is necessary to consider the time for the game ball to flow from the entrance of the big prize opening to the position where the count switch 23 is installed. In other words, it is necessary to start the determination as to whether or not an abnormal winning has occurred after a certain period of time has passed since the control for actually closing the special winning opening is performed. This also complicates the processing.

  However, as in this embodiment, when it is configured to determine whether or not an abnormal winning to the big winning opening has occurred after the big winning end processing or the small winning end processing is completed, It is not necessary to consider the time for the game ball to flow between the entrance of the mouth and the position where the count switch 23 is installed. This is because the game ball that has won the big winning opening immediately before closing has reached the installation position of the count switch 23 during the processing period of the big hit end processing or the small hit end processing after the big winning opening is closed. In this embodiment, during the processing period of the big hit end process or the small hit end process, that is, during the period when the big hit end display or the small hit end display is made on the effect display device 9, It is set longer than the time required to reach the installation position of the count switch 23.

  Also, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not an abnormal winning has occurred in the second start winning opening 14 based on the value of the normal symbol process flag (see step S363B). When the ball device 15 is not opened (that is, when the variable winning ball device 15 repeats the opening / closing operation based on the opening pattern corresponding to the game state in the processing during the opening of the ordinary electric accessory shown in FIG. 35) When it is detected that the second start port switch 14a is turned on (when 15 is in the closed state), the prize ball payout based on the second start port switch 14a being turned on may not be executed. However, when it is configured to determine whether or not an abnormal winning has occurred based on the value of the normal symbol process flag as in this embodiment, it is determined whether or not an abnormal winning has occurred based on one data. As a result, the determination process is simplified. For example, when the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened or closed a plurality of times (two or three times in this embodiment) as in the probability variation state, the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is actually used. The process is complicated if it is determined whether or not the control for releasing is performed and it is determined whether or not an abnormal winning has occurred. However, the process can be simplified by determining based on the normal symbol process flag.

  In addition, since there is a certain distance between the entrance of the second start winning opening 14 and the installation position of the second start opening switch 14a, is it actually controlled to open the variable winning ball apparatus 15 or not? When determining whether or not an abnormal winning has occurred, a game ball that may have won the second start winning opening 14 immediately after closing after taking control of the variable winning ball device 15 is considered. There is a need to. That is, it is necessary to consider the time for the game ball to flow from the entrance of the second start winning opening 14 to the installation position of the second start opening switch 14a. Therefore, it is preferable to delay the timing for determining an abnormal winning with respect to the timing for closing the variable winning ball device 15.

  For example, in the process during opening of the ordinary electric accessory, the game ball that has won the second start winning opening 14 after the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is closed last until the second start opening switch 14a reaches the installation position. A delay process longer than the time (a delay time is created by software) is performed. Thereafter, the value of the normal symbol process flag is switched from 4 to 0. With such control, it is possible to prevent erroneous detection that an abnormal winning has occurred due to the winning of a game ball immediately before the variable winning ball device 15 is closed.

  As a method of delaying the timing for determining an abnormal winning with respect to the timing for closing the variable winning ball device 15, the point when the value of the normal symbol process flag is changed from 4 to 0 (for example, immediately before (immediately before the processing of step S778 shown in FIG. 35). Or a predetermined time is set in the delay timer, and the delay timer is counted down at every timer interruption (every 2 ms). When it is determined in the award ball number addition process that the value of the normal symbol process flag is not 3 or more (N in step S363B), it is determined whether or not the delay timer is 0. The process of steps S364 and S365 may be skipped and the process may proceed to step S359. Even with such a configuration, it is possible to delay the timing for determining an abnormal winning with respect to the timing for closing the variable winning ball device 15.

  It should be noted that, even in the determination of an abnormal winning to the big winning opening, the timing for determining the abnormal winning by the same method can be delayed from the timing for closing the big winning opening (specific variable winning ball apparatus 20). Specifically, when the value of the first special symbol process flag or the second special symbol process flag is changed from 7 to 0 or from 10 to 0, a predetermined time is set in the delay timer, and each timer interruption The delay timer is counted down (every 2 ms). When it is determined that the value of the special symbol process flag (the first special symbol process flag and the second special symbol process flag) is not 5 or more in the award ball number addition process (N in step S362B), the delay timer is It is determined whether it is 0, and when the delay timer is 0, the process of steps S364 and S365 is skipped and the process proceeds to step S359.

  If the value of the special symbol process flag (first special symbol process flag and second special symbol process flag) is less than 5 in step S362B (N in step S362B), or the value of the normal symbol process flag is 3 in step S363B. When it is not above (N of step S363B), you may make it not perform control which prohibits prize ball payout. As will be described later, when it is determined that an abnormal winning has occurred, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits an abnormal winning notification 1 designation command or an abnormal winning notification 2 designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 to produce production control. This is because the microcomputer 100 is configured to notify the occurrence of the abnormal winning, and therefore it is considered that the payout of the winning ball based on the abnormal winning can be minimized.

  FIG. 45 is a flowchart showing the prize ball control process in step S342. In the prize ball control process, the game control microcomputer 560 checks the contents of the total prize ball number storage buffer (step S371). If the value is 0, the process ends. If it is not 0, it is confirmed whether or not the content of the total prize ball number storage buffer is smaller than the prize ball command maximum value (“15” in this example) (step S372). If the content of the total prize ball number storage buffer is equal to or greater than the prize ball command maximum value, the prize ball command maximum value is set in the prize ball number buffer (step S373). If the content of the total prize ball number storage buffer is smaller than the prize ball command maximum value, the content of the total prize ball number storage buffer is set in the prize ball number buffer (step S374). Then, the contents of the prize ball number buffer are set in the output port for outputting the prize ball number signal (step S375). Further, “1” is set to the bit of the prize ball REQ signal of the output port for outputting the prize ball REQ signal (step S376).

  A prize ball REQ signal is output by the processing of step S376. That is, the prize ball REQ signal is turned on (see FIG. 39). Further, a prize ball number signal is output by the process of step S375 (see FIG. 39). In this embodiment, the maximum prize ball command value is “15”. Therefore, a prize ball number signal designating the maximum number of payouts of “15” is transmitted to the payout control board 37.

  When the winning ball number signal is transmitted, the game control microcomputer 560 subtracts the contents of the winning ball number buffer (the winning ball payout number commanded to the payout control means) from the contents of the total winning ball number storage buffer (step S377). ).

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the ON period of the prize ball REQ signal. Specifically, an initial value is set in the wait counter (step S378). Then, the value of the wait counter is decremented by 1 until the value of the wait counter becomes 0 (steps S379 and S380). When the value of the wait counter reaches 0, the on period is terminated.

  That is, “0” is set to the bit of the prize ball REQ signal of the output port for outputting the prize ball REQ signal (step S381), and 00 (H) is set to the output port for outputting the prize ball number signal. (Step S382).

  When the payout control microcomputer mounted on the payout board 37 receives the prize ball number signal, it drives the payout device 97 so that the number of game balls specified by the prize ball number signal is paid out.

  FIG. 46 is a flowchart showing the abnormal winning notification process in step S23. In the abnormal winning notification process, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether the abnormal notification prohibition flag is set (step S251). The abnormality notification prohibition flag is set in a main process executed when power supply to the gaming machine is started (see step S44 in FIG. 4). If the abnormality notification prohibition flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S255. If the abnormality notification prohibition flag is set, the value of the prohibition period timer set in step S45 is decremented by 1 (step S252). Then, when the value of the prohibition period timer becomes 0, that is, when the prohibition period timer times out, the abnormality notification prohibition flag is reset (steps S253 and S254).

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag (first special symbol process flag or second special symbol process flag) is 5 or more (step S255). When the value of the special symbol process flag (the first special symbol process flag or the second special symbol process flag) is 5 or more (Y in step S255), the game is in the big hit game or the small hit game. If it is in such a state, there is a possibility that a game ball will win the big winning opening, so the process proceeds to the processing of step S261 without performing the process of confirming the abnormal winning to the big winning opening.

  The state where the value of the special symbol process flag (the first special symbol process flag and the second special symbol process flag) is less than 5 is a state where neither big hit game nor small hit game is performed. In this state, if there is a game ball winning at the big winning opening, it can be determined that the winning is an abnormal winning. Therefore, an abnormal winning confirmation process for the special winning opening shown below is performed.

  That is, if the value of the special symbol process flag (the first special symbol process flag and the second special symbol process flag) is less than 5 (N in step S255), the game control microcomputer 560 displays the contents of the switch-on buffer. The register is loaded (step S256). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 takes the logical product of the contents of the loaded switch-on buffer and the count switch input bit determination value (01 (H), see FIG. 43) (step S257). When the content of the switch-on buffer is 01 (H), that is, when the count switch 23 is on, the logical product operation result is 01 (H). When the count switch 23 is not turned on, the operation result of the logical product is 0 (00 (H)).

  If the result of the logical product is not 0 (N in step S258), it is determined that an abnormal winning at the special winning opening has occurred, and control is performed to transmit an abnormal winning notification 2 designation command to the effect control board 80 ( Steps S258A, S259). If the operation result of the logical product is 0 (Y in step S258), it is determined that no abnormal winning in the special winning opening has occurred, and the process proceeds to step S261.

  In step S261, the game control microcomputer 560 checks whether or not the value of the normal symbol process flag is 3 or more (step S261). The state where the value of the normal symbol process flag is 3 or more is a state where the normal electric accessory (variable winning ball device 15) is opened and closed. If it is in such a state (Y in step S261), there is a possibility that a game ball may win the second start winning opening 14, so that an abnormal winning confirmation to the second starting winning opening 14 is not performed. The winning notification process is terminated.

  The state where the value of the normal symbol process flag is not 3 or more (the state where it is less than 3) (N in step S261) is a state where the normal electric accessory (variable winning ball device 15) is not opened or closed. If there is a game ball winning in the second start winning opening 14 in such a state, it can be determined that the winning is an abnormal winning. Therefore, the abnormal winning confirmation process to the second start winning opening 14 shown below is performed. Note that it may be determined whether or not the value of the normal symbol process flag is 4 in the processing of step S261. In that case, since the determination result is “Y” only in the open state in the opening / closing operation, it is possible to more strictly determine whether or not the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the closed state.

  That is, if the value of the normal symbol process flag is less than 3 (N in step S261), the game control microcomputer 560 loads the contents of the switch-on buffer into the register (step S262). Then, the game control microcomputer 560 takes the logical product of the content of the loaded switch-on buffer and the second start port switch input bit determination value (80 (H), see FIG. 43) (step S263). When the content of the switch-on buffer is 80 (H), that is, when the second start port switch 14a is on, the logical product operation result is 80 (H). When the second start port switch 14a is not turned on, the logical product operation result is 0 (00 (H)).

  When the logical product is not 0 (N in step S264), the second start winning port 14 is in the state other than the open state (including the state of the predetermined interval period), but the second start This is a case where a game ball has won the winning opening 14. In this case, the game control microcomputer 560 adds 1 to the value of the winning cumulative number counter (step S264A), and whether or not the value of the winning cumulative number counter after the addition is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (5 in this example). (Step S264B). If it is equal to or greater than the predetermined value, the game control microcomputer 560 determines that an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 has occurred, sets an abnormal winning notification flag (step S264C), and produces the effect control board 80. Then, control for transmitting the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is performed (step S265). If the result of the logical product is 0 (Y in step S264), or if the value of the winning cumulative number counter is not equal to or greater than the predetermined value (N in step S264B), an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 is made. It is determined that it has not occurred, and the abnormal winning notification process is terminated without performing control for transmitting the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command.

  When the count switch 23 is turned on in the state where neither big hit game nor small hit game is performed by the above processing, an abnormal winning notification 2 designation command is transmitted. The abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is transmitted even when the second start opening switch 14a is turned on in a state where the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is not opened and closed (the second start winning opening 14 is in a state other than the open state). Is done. In this embodiment, when the value of the winning cumulative number counter is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (5 in this example), the gaming control microcomputer 560 has determined that an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 has occurred. Although it has been determined, it may be determined that an abnormal winning to the second start winning opening 14 has occurred immediately when it is “N” in the determination processing of step S264.

  Further, the process of steps S251 to S253 prohibits the start of abnormality notification when the effect control microcomputer 100 is performing initialization notification. The production control microcomputer 100 continues to execute the initialization notification until the period corresponding to the prohibition period has elapsed since the start of the abnormality notification.

  In the process of step S255, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not an abnormal winning in the big winning opening has occurred based on the values of the first special symbol process flag and the second special symbol process flag. ing. Therefore, since it can be determined whether or not an abnormal winning has occurred based on the two data, the determination process can be simplified. Further, as described above, since the big hit end process or the small hit end process is executed for a predetermined time after the specific variable winning ball apparatus 20 is closed, the big winning opening is won immediately before the specific variable winning ball apparatus 20 is closed. The game ball is prevented from being detected by the count switch 23 after the value of the special symbol process flag returns to 0, and an error is not notified even though it is a regular winning. .

  Also, in the process of step S261, the game control microcomputer 560 determines whether or not an abnormal winning has occurred in the second start winning opening 14 based on the value of the normal symbol process flag. Therefore, since it can be determined whether or not an abnormal winning has occurred based on one data, the determination process can be simplified. In addition, as described above, as a method of delaying the timing for determining an abnormal winning from the timing for closing the variable winning ball device 15, the variable winning ball device 15 is set a predetermined time before the value of the normal symbol process flag is switched from 4 to 0. Is closed, and when the value of the normal symbol process flag is switched from 4 to 0, the abnormal winning determination is performed, the winning is made to the second start winning opening 14 immediately before the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is closed. The detected game ball is prevented from being detected by the second start port switch 14a after the value of the normal symbol process flag has returned to 0, and an error is reported in spite of the regular winning. There is nothing wrong.

  Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 47 is a flowchart showing a main process executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) mounted on the effect control board 80. The production control microcomputer 100 starts executing the main process when the power is turned on. In the main processing, first, initialization processing is performed for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing a timer for determining the activation control activation interval (for example, 2 ms) (step S701). .

  Then, the production control microcomputer 100 proceeds to a loop process for monitoring the timer interrupt flag (step S702). When the timer interruption occurs, the production control microcomputer 100 sets a timer interruption flag in the timer interruption process. If the timer interrupt flag is set in the main process, the effect control microcomputer 100 clears the flag (step S703) and executes the effect control process.

  In the effect control process, the effect control microcomputer 100 first analyzes the received effect control command and executes a process of setting a flag according to the received effect control command (command analysis process: step S704). Next, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes effect control process processing (step S705). In the effect control process, a process corresponding to the current control state (effect control process flag) is selected from the processes corresponding to the control state, and display control of the effect display device 9 is executed. In addition, a random number update process for updating a counter value of a counter for generating a predetermined random number (for example, a random number for determining a stop symbol) is executed (step S706). Furthermore, a notification control process for performing notification using an effect device such as the effect display device 9 is executed (step S707). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S702.

  FIG. 48 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a command reception buffer for storing an effect control command received from the game control microcomputer 560 of the main board 31. In this example, a command reception buffer of a ring buffer type capable of storing six 2-byte configuration effect control commands is used. Therefore, the command reception buffer is configured by a 12-byte area of reception command buffers 1 to 12. A command reception number counter indicating in which area the received command is stored is used. The command reception number counter takes a value from 0 to 11. The ring buffer format is not necessarily required.

  The effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 is received by an interrupt process based on the effect control INT signal, and is stored in a buffer area formed in the RAM. In the command analysis process, it is analyzed which command (see FIG. 9) is the effect control command stored in the buffer area.

  49 and 50 are flowcharts showing a specific example of the command analysis process (step S704). The effect control command received from the main board 31 is stored in the reception command buffer, but in the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms the content of the command stored in the command reception buffer.

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

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

  If the received effect control command is a display result specifying command (step S617), the effect control CPU 101 stores the display result specifying command in a display result specifying command storage area formed in the RAM (step S618). . Then, a display result specifying command reception flag is set (step S619).

  If the received effect control command is a symbol confirmation designation command (step S621), the effect control CPU 101 sets a confirmed command reception flag (step S622).

  If the received effect control command is one of the jackpot start 1 to 3 designation commands (step S623), the effect control CPU 101 sets the jackpot start 1 to 3 designation command reception flag (step S624).

  If the received effect control command is a power-on specification command (initialization specification command) (step S631), the effect control CPU 101 displays an initial screen on the effect display device 9 indicating that the initialization process has been executed. Control is performed (step S632A). The initial screen includes an initial display of predetermined production symbols. Also, an initial notification flag is set (step S632B), and a value corresponding to the initial notification period value is set in the period timer (step S632C). The initial notification period is a period in which initialization notification is performed in response to reception of the initialization designation command. The effect control CPU 101 ends the initialization notification when the initial notification period elapses. The initial notification period is the same as the prohibition period set by the game control microcomputer 560 in step S45. Therefore, the abnormality notification designation command is not received when the initialization notification is performed.

  If the received effect control command is a power failure recovery designation command (step S633), a predetermined power failure recovery screen (screen for displaying information notifying the player that the gaming state is continuing) is displayed. Display control is performed (step S634).

  If the received effect control command is a jackpot end 1 designation command (step S641), the effect control CPU 101 sets a jackpot end 1 designation command reception flag (step S642). If the received effect control command is a jackpot end 2 designation command (step S643), the effect control CPU 101 sets a jackpot end 2 designation command reception flag (step S644).

  If the received effect control command is an abnormal winning notification 1 designation command (step S645), the effect control CPU 101 sets an abnormal winning notification 1 designation command reception flag (step S646).

  If the received effect control command is an abnormal winning notification 2 designation command (step S647), the effect control CPU 101 sets an abnormal winning notification 2 designation command reception flag (step S648).

  If the received effect control command is another command, the effect control CPU 101 sets a flag corresponding to the received effect control command (step S649). Then, control goes to a step S611.

  FIG. 51 is a flowchart showing the effect control process (step S705) in the main process. In the effect control process, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs one of steps S800 to S808 according to the value of the effect control process flag. In each process, the following process is executed.

  Fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800): It is confirmed whether or not an effect control command (fluctuation pattern command) specifying a fluctuation pattern has been received by the command reception interrupt process. Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not a variation pattern reception flag indicating that a variation pattern command has been received is set. The variation pattern reception flag is set in step S618 in the command analysis process executed by the effect control microcomputer 100.

  Production symbol variation start processing (step S801): Control is performed so that the variation of the production symbol is started. Further, a value corresponding to the variation time is set in the variation time timer, the process table to be used is selected, and the process timer set value set at the beginning of the process table is set in the process timer.

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

  Effect symbol variation stop processing (step S803): Control is performed to stop the variation of the effect symbol and derive and display the stop symbol (definite symbol) in response to the time-out of the variation time timer.

  Big hit display process (step S804): After the end of the variation time, the big hit display is controlled. For example, when a fanfare command designating the start of a big hit is received, a fanfare effect is executed.

  In-round processing (step S805): Display control during round is performed. For example, when a command for opening a special prize opening indicating that the special prize opening is open is received, display control of the number of rounds is performed.

  Post-round processing (step S806): Display control between rounds is performed. For example, when a command after opening the big prize opening indicating that the special prize opening is after being opened (closed) is received, an interval display or the like is performed.

  Big hit end effect processing (step S807): Control of the big hit end display after the big hit game ends. For example, when an ending command specifying the end of the big hit is received, an ending effect is executed.

  Small hit effect processing (step S808): After receiving the fanfare command designating the start of the small hit after the end of the variation time, the two round effect, which is the effect during the small hit, is executed.

  FIG. 52 is an explanatory diagram of a configuration example of the process table. The process table includes data in which a plurality of combinations of process timer set values, display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data are collected. The display control execution data describes each variation mode constituting the variation pattern. The process timer set value is set with a change time in the change mode. The effect control microcomputer 100 refers to the process table and performs control to display the effect symbols in a varying manner set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value.

  Similarly to the control based on the display control execution data, the production control microcomputer 100 controls the lighting state of various lamps based on the lamp control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value, and the sound number Data is output to the audio output board 70.

  The process data shown in FIG. 52 is stored in the ROM of the effect control board 80. A process table is prepared for each variation pattern.

  FIG. 53 is a flowchart showing a variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) in the effect control process. In the variation pattern command reception waiting process, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the variation pattern reception flag is set (step S811). If it has been set, the flag is reset (step S812). Then, the effect control microcomputer 100 determines the effect pattern variation pattern based on the contents (variation pattern, variation time) designated by the variation pattern command (step S813). Thereafter, the production control microcomputer 100 changes the value of the production control process flag to a value corresponding to the production symbol variation start process (step S801) (step S814).

  FIG. 54 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation start process (step S801) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation start process, the effect control microcomputer 100 first selects a process table corresponding to the variation pattern (step S821). Then, the production control microcomputer 100 starts a process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step S822).

  Then, the production control microcomputer 100 sets the content of the process data 1 (execution of display control) on condition that the abnormality notification flag indicating that the abnormal winning notification is being performed is not set (N in step S823). According to the data 1, the lamp control execution data 1, and the sound number data 1), the control of the effect device (the effect display device 9 as the effect component, the various lamps as the effect component, and the speaker 27 as the effect component) is executed ( Step S824). For example, a command is output to the VDP 109 in order to display an image according to the variation pattern on the effect display device 9. In addition, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp driver board 35 in order to perform on / off control of various lamps. In addition, a control signal (sound number data) is output to the sound output board 70 in order to output sound from the speaker 27.

  When the abnormality notification flag is set (Y in step S823), the effect control microcomputer 100 executes control of the effect device according to the contents of the process data 1 excluding the sound number data 1 (step S825). . In other words, when the abnormality notification flag is set, when a new variable display of the production symbol is started, a sound production according to the variable display is not executed, but an abnormal prize is notified. The corresponding sound output is continued. If the sound effect sound effect according to the variable display and the alarm sound (notification sound) according to the abnormal winning notification are set in different channels, and these sounds can be output simultaneously, the step There is no need to separate the processing of S824 and step S825.

  In addition, when performing the processing of step S825, the production control microcomputer 100 does not simply output a command based on the display control execution data 1 to the VDP 109, but also outputs a command for performing “superimposed display” to the VDP 109. To do. That is, control is performed so that the display at that time (notification of abnormal winning is made) on the effect display device 9 and the display effect image of the variable display of the effect symbol are displayed on the effect display device 9 at the same time. . That is, when the abnormality notification flag is set, when a new variable display of the effect symbol is started, only the display effect effect corresponding to the variable display is not executed, but an abnormal winning Notification according to the notification is continued.

  Then, a value corresponding to the variation time specified by the variation pattern command is set in the variation time timer (step S826), and the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation process (step S802). (Step S827).

  FIG. 55 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol changing process (step S802) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation processing, the effect control microcomputer 100 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S841) and decrements the value of the variation time timer by -1 (1 subtraction) (step S842). When the process timer times out (step S843), the process data is switched. That is, the process timer setting value set next in the process table is set in the process timer (step S844). Further, on the condition that the abnormality informing flag is not set, the control state for the rendering device is changed based on the display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data set next (step S845A). , S845B).

  When the abnormality notification flag is set, control of the effect device is executed according to the contents of process data i (i is any one of 2 to n) (however, excluding sound number data i) (step S845A). , S845C). Therefore, when the abnormality notification flag is set, a sound effect according to the variable display of the effect symbol is not executed, but the sound output according to the notification of the abnormal winning is continued.

  In addition, when the process of step S845C is performed, the CPU 101 for effect control does not simply output a command based on the display control execution data i to the VDP 109, but also outputs a command for performing “superimposed display” to the VDP 109. . Therefore, when the abnormality notification flag is set, not only the display effect effect according to the variable display of the effect symbol is executed, but also the notification according to the abnormal winning notification is continued.

  If the variation time timer has timed out (step S846), the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation stop process (step S803) (step S848). Even if the variable time timer has not timed out, if the confirmation command reception flag indicating that the symbol confirmation designation command has been received is set (step S847), the process proceeds to step S848. Even if the variation time timer has not timed out, if the symbol confirmation designation command is received, the process shifts to control to stop variation.For example, a variation pattern command indicating a long variation time due to noise between substrates is received. Even in such a case, it is possible to end the variation of the effect symbol when the regular variation time has elapsed (when the variation of the special symbol ends).

  FIG. 56 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation stop process (step S803) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation stop process, the effect control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the confirmed command reception flag is set (step S851). If the confirmed command reception flag is set (Y in step S851), the confirmed command reception flag is reset (step S852), and the stop symbol of the effect symbol determined and stored in the command analysis process is derived and displayed. Control is performed (step S853).

  In this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 performs control to stop and display the production symbol in response to the reception of the symbol confirmation designation command (production symbol stop designation command) from the game control microcomputer 560. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and control for stopping and displaying the effect symbol may be performed based on the time-up of the variable time timer.

  When the stop symbol of the effect symbol derived and displayed in step S853 is a small hit symbol (Y in step S854), the effect control microcomputer 100 confirms whether or not the fan hit reception flag for small hit is set. (Step S855). When the small hit fanfare reception flag is set (Y in step S855), the effect control microcomputer 100 selects the effect for two rounds based on the contents of the stored fanfare command (step S856). . Then, the effect control microcomputer 100 selects process data corresponding to the selected effect for the two rounds (step S857). Then, the process timer is started (step S858), and the 2R effect time timer for measuring the execution time of the 2-round effect is started (step S859). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the small hit effect process (step S808) (step S860).

  When the stop symbol of the effect symbol derived and displayed in step S853 is not a big hit symbol but a big hit symbol (non-probability variable symbol, probability variable symbol) (Y in step S861), the effect control microcomputer 100 uses the fanfare reception flag. Whether or not is set is checked (step S862). When the fanfare reception flag is set (Y in step S862), the production control microcomputer 100 selects either the fanfare production or the 2-round production based on the contents of the stored fanfare command (step S862). S863). Then, the effect control microcomputer 100 selects process data corresponding to the selected fanfare effect or two-round effect (step S864). Then, the process timer is started (step S865), and the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (step S804) (step S866).

  If the stop symbol of the effect symbol derived and displayed in step S861 is not a jackpot symbol (non-probability variable symbol, probability variable symbol), that is, if it is an outlier symbol (N in step S861), the effect control microcomputer 100 determines the predetermined symbol. This flag is reset (step S867). For example, the symbol information command reception flag is reset. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S868).

  FIG. 57 is a flowchart showing the jackpot display process (step S804) in the effect control process. In the big hit display process, the production control microcomputer 100 first checks whether or not the big prize opening open flag indicating that the big prize opening open command has been received is set (step S901). The special winning opening open flag is set in the command analysis process (see step S649). When the big prize opening open flag is not set (N in step S901), the production control microcomputer 100 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S902), and the production device (in accordance with the contents of the process data n) Control of the effect display device 9, the speaker 27, the lamps 28a to 28c, etc.) is executed (step S903). For example, in the case of eight rounds of big hit, an effect of displaying a big hit display symbol on the effect display device 9 and displaying a character or character indicating that a big hit has occurred is executed. Further, for example, in the 4-round effect, an effect of displaying special characters or characters is executed.

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S904), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step S905). That is, the process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data) set next in the process table is switched. Then, the process timer set value in the next process data is set in the process timer, and the process timer is started (step S906).

  When the big prize opening open flag is set (Y in step S901), the production control microcomputer 100 produces an in-round production (the number of rounds) based on the contents of the eight round big prize opening open command. An effect for executing the corresponding round display is selected (step S907). When a command for opening a special prize opening for 2 rounds is received, there is no need to newly select an effect since an effect for 2 rounds is continuously executed during the round, but 2 for each round. When switching the effect included in the effect for round (for example, when switching the display screen of the effect for two rounds), the effect included in the effect for two rounds may be newly selected for each round. . Next, the special winning opening open flag is reset (step S908), and process data corresponding to the effect during the round is selected (step S909). Then, the process timer is started (step S910), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (step S805) (step S911).

  FIG. 58 is a flowchart showing mid-round processing (step S805) in the effect control process. In the process during the round, the production control microcomputer 100 first checks whether the production control microcomputer 100 has set the flag after opening the big prize opening indicating that the command after opening the special prize opening has been received. (Step S921). Note that the flag after opening the special winning opening is set in the command analysis process (see step S649). When the flag after the big prize opening is not set (N in step S921), the production control microcomputer 100 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S922), and the production device ( The effect display device 9, the speaker 27, the lamps 28a to 28c, etc.) are controlled (step S923). For example, the effect display device 9 displays the jackpot display symbol, and the effect of displaying characters indicating the number of rounds, other characters, and the like is executed. Moreover, in the effect for two rounds, the effect which displays a special character, a character, etc. is performed.

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S924), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step S925). That is, the process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data) set next in the process table is switched. Then, the process timer set value in the next process data is set in the process timer and the process timer is started (step S926).

  When the flag after opening the big prize opening is set in step S921 (Y in step S921), the production control microcomputer 100 performs interval production (according to the number of rounds) based on the contents of the command after opening the big prize opening. An effect for performing interval display is selected (step S928). When a command is received after opening the grand prize opening for 2 rounds, there is no need to select a new production since there is no need to select a new production since 2 rounds of production have been executed. When switching the effect included in the effect for the second time (for example, when switching the display screen of the effect for two rounds), the effect included in the effect for the second round may be newly selected after the round. Then, the effect control microcomputer 100 resets the flag after the special winning opening is opened (step S928), and selects process data corresponding to the selected interval effect (step S929). Then, the process timer is started (step S930), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the round post-processing (step S806) (step S931).

  59 and 60 are flowcharts showing the round post-processing (step S806) in the effect control process. In the round post-processing, the effect control microcomputer 100 first checks whether or not the ending flag is set (step S940). When the ending flag is not set (N in step S940), the production control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the big prize opening open flag indicating that the big prize opening open command is received is set. Confirmation is made (step S941). When the special winning opening open flag is not set (N in step S941), the production control microcomputer 100 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S942), and the production device (in accordance with the contents of the process data n) Control of the effect display device 9, the speaker 27, the lamps 28a to 28c, etc.) is executed (step S943).

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S944), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step S945). That is, the process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data) set next in the process table is switched. Then, the process timer setting value in the next process data is set in the process timer and the process timer is started (step S946).

  When the special winning opening open flag is set (Y in step S941), the special winning opening open flag is reset (step S951), and process data corresponding to the effect during the round is selected (step S952). Then, the process timer is started (step S953), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (step S805) (step S954).

  If the ending reception flag is set in step S940 (Y in step S941), the ending reception flag is reset (step S958), and process data corresponding to the ending effect is selected (step S959). Then, the process timer is started (step S960), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the big hit end effect process (step S807) (step S961).

  FIG. 61 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end effect process (step S807) in the effect control process. In the big hit end effect process, the effect control microcomputer 100 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S971), and controls the effect device (effect display device 9, speaker 27, etc.) according to the contents of the process data n. Execute (Step S972). For example, the end of the big hit is displayed.

  Then, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S973), and if the process timer has timed out, predetermined flags (probability big hit decision flag, normal big hit decision flag, The symbol information command reception flag or the like is reset (step S974), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S975).

  FIG. 62 is a flowchart showing the small hit effect process (step S808) in the effect control process. In the small hit effect process, the effect control microcomputer 100 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S981), and controls the effect device (the effect display device 9, the speaker 27, etc.) according to the contents of the process data n. Execute (step S982).

  Then, the effect control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the 2R effect time timer has timed out (step S983). If it has not timed out, the process is terminated as it is. If not timed out, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the process timer has timed out (step S984), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step S985). . Then, the process timer is started (step S986).

  If the 2R effect time timer has timed out (Y in step S983), the effect control microcomputer 100 resets predetermined flags (such as a small hit flag and a symbol information command reception flag) (step S987). The value of the control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S988).

  FIG. 63 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a display screen displayed on the effect display device 9. In the example shown in FIG. 63, an example of a screen displayed on the effect display device 9 by the effect control microcomputer 100 in accordance with the variation pattern command is shown. In the example shown in FIG. 63, when a change pattern command is received in a state where the state before the start of change (for example, see the diagram shown in FIG. 63A) is displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 9, On the display screen of the display device 9, a state in which the left middle right symbol fluctuates (see, for example, the diagram shown in FIG. 63B) is displayed. When the effect control microcomputer 100 receives one of the change pattern commands indicating the change pattern including “normal reach” (for example, change pattern numbers # 2 to # 8, see FIG. 10), the effect display device 9 In the display screen, the combination of the left and right symbols is stopped, and characters indicating reach are displayed at positions corresponding to the middle symbols (for example, refer to the diagram shown in FIG. 63 (c)), and then the middle symbols are displayed. Is displayed (see, for example, the diagram shown in FIG. 63D).

  Then, among the variation pattern commands indicating the variation pattern including “normal reach” by the production control microcomputer 100, a variation pattern in which “super reach B” continues to “normal reach” (for example, variation pattern number # 7. FIG. 10). When the variation pattern command indicating “see” is received, the middle symbol is rotated front and back and moved diagonally up and down on the display screen of the effect display device 9 at a position corresponding to the middle symbol. The status is displayed (for example, see the diagram shown in FIG. 63 (e)). Further, among the variation pattern commands indicating the variation pattern including “normal reach” by the production control microcomputer 100, a variation pattern in which “super reach A” continues to “normal reach” (for example, variation pattern number # 5 or # 8). When the variation pattern command indicating “.” Is received, the display screen of the effect display device 9 displays a state in which the middle symbol is moving diagonally up and down at a position corresponding to the middle symbol. (For example, see the diagram shown in FIG. 63 (f).) Then, among the variation patterns in which “super reach A” continues in “normal reach”, the production control microcomputer 100 continues in “super reach A” and “super reach B” in “normal reach” (for example, When the variation pattern command indicating variation pattern number # 8 (see FIG. 10) is received, the middle symbol is rotated on the display screen of the effect display device 9 at the position corresponding to the middle symbol, and The state of moving up and down obliquely is displayed (see, for example, the diagram shown in FIG. 63 (g)).

  The production control microcomputer 100 increases the number of characters to be displayed at a position corresponding to the middle symbol of the production display device 9 according to the received variation pattern command (that is, according to the type of reach). The color, size, pattern, shape, etc. of the middle symbol may be changed.

  FIG. 64 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a notification screen displayed on the effect display device 9. FIG. 64 (A) shows an example of an initial screen that the effect control microcomputer 100 displays on the effect display device 9 in response to reception of the initialization designation command. FIG. 64 (B) shows an example of a power failure recovery screen that the effect control microcomputer 100 displays on the effect display device 9 in response to reception of a power failure recovery designation command. In FIG. 64C, the effect control microcomputer 100 displays an abnormality notification displayed on the effect display device 9 in response to reception of an abnormal prize notification designation command (abnormal prize notification 1 designation command or abnormal prize notification 2 designation command). An example of the screen is shown, and it is shown that the display of the abnormality notification screen is continued even when the change of the production symbol is started (see the right side of FIG. 64C).

  FIG. 65 is a flowchart showing the notification control process of step S707. In the notification control process, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the initial notification flag is set (step S1001). The initial notification flag is set when a power-on designation designation command is received from the game control microcomputer 560 (see step S632B in FIG. 50). If the initial notification flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S1006. If the initial notification flag is set, the value of the period timer set in step S632C is decremented by 1 (step S1002). Then, when the value of the period timer becomes 0, that is, when the initial notification period has elapsed, the initial notification flag is reset (steps S1003 and S1004).

  Further, the effect control microcomputer 100 outputs a command for erasing the initial screen or the power failure recovery screen in the effect display device 9 to the VDP 109 (step S1005). The VDP 109 erases the initial screen or the power failure recovery screen from the effect display device 9 according to the command.

  In step S1006, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the abnormal winning notification 2 designation command reception flag indicating that the abnormal winning notification 2 designation command has been received is set. If not set, the process proceeds to step S1008. If the abnormal winning notification 2 designation command reception flag is set, the abnormal winning notification 2 designation command reception flag is reset (step S1007), and the process proceeds to step S1012. That is, the fact that the abnormal winning notification 2 designation command has been received is a case where an abnormal winning to the big winning opening is detected. Is executed.

  In step S1008, the production control microcomputer 100 confirms whether or not the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command reception flag indicating that the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command has been received is set. If it is not set, the process is terminated as it is. If the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command reception flag is set, the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command reception flag is reset (step S1009), and the value of the abnormal winning notification 1 reception counter is incremented by 1 (step S1010). The abnormal winning notification 1 reception counter is a counter for counting the number of times of receiving the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command.

  Next, the production control microcomputer 100 checks whether or not the value of the abnormal winning notification 1 reception counter is 1 (that is, whether or not the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command has been received only once) (step S1011). ). If the value of the abnormal winning notification 1 reception counter is 1, the production control microcomputer 100 outputs sound data indicating sound output corresponding to the abnormal winning notification to the audio output board 70 (step S1012). The voice synthesis IC 703 mounted on the voice output board 70 reads data corresponding to the input sound data from the voice data ROM 704 and outputs a voice signal to the speaker 27 side according to the read data. Therefore, sound output (output of abnormal notification sound) corresponding to the notification of abnormal winning is performed thereafter. Then, the production control microcomputer 100 sets an abnormality notification flag indicating that abnormality notification is being performed (step S1019).

  If the value of the abnormal winning notification 1 reception counter is not 1, the production control microcomputer 100 receives whether or not the value of the abnormal winning notification 1 reception counter is 2 (that is, receives the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command twice). Whether or not) is confirmed (step S1013). If the value of the abnormal winning notification 1 reception counter is 2, the production control microcomputer 100 outputs sound data indicating the sound output corresponding to the abnormal winning notification to the audio output board 70 (step S1014). Further, the production control microcomputer 100 outputs lamp control execution data indicating lamp display in response to the abnormal winning notification to the lamp driver board 35 (step S1015). Therefore, thereafter, lamp display and sound output (output of abnormal notification sound) corresponding to the notification of abnormal winning is performed. Then, the production control microcomputer 100 sets an abnormality notification flag indicating that abnormality notification is being performed (step S1019).

  If the value of the abnormal winning notification 1 reception counter is not 2 (that is, if the value of the abnormal winning notification 1 reception counter is 3 or more (if the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received three or more times)) The control microcomputer 100 outputs sound data indicating sound output in response to the abnormal winning notification to the sound output board 70 (step S1016). In addition, the production control microcomputer 100 outputs lamp control execution data indicating lamp display in response to the abnormal winning notification to the lamp driver board 35 (step S1017). Furthermore, the effect control microcomputer 100 outputs, to the effect display device 9, a command to superimpose and display the abnormality notification screen on the screen displayed at that time to the VDP 109 (step S1018). In response to the command, the VDP 109 superimposes and displays an abnormality notification screen on the effect display device 9 (see FIG. 64C). Therefore, after that, lamp display and sound output (output of the abnormal notification sound) according to the notification of the abnormal winning is performed, and the abnormality display screen is superimposed on the effect display device 9. Then, the production control microcomputer 100 sets an abnormality notification flag indicating that abnormality notification is being performed (step S1019).

  By executing the above processing, the production control microcomputer 100 executes the abnormal winning notification based on the reception of the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command or the abnormal winning notification 2 designation command. In addition, the production control microcomputer 100 starts the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command after receiving the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command, and then receives the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command. The notification mode of the abnormal winning notification is switched in accordance with the number of times of receiving. That is, in this embodiment, when the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received only once, the abnormal winning notification is executed using only the sound output. When the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received twice, the abnormal winning notification is executed using the lamp display in addition to the sound output. Further, when the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received three times or more, the abnormal winning notification is executed by superimposing the abnormal notification screen in addition to the lamp display and the sound output.

  It should be noted that the notification mode of the abnormal prize notification shown in this embodiment is merely an example, for example, by changing the abnormality notification sound to be output or changing the display pattern (for example, lighting or blinking) of the lamp. The notification mode of the winning notification may be switched. In this embodiment, the case where the notification mode of the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is switched according to the number of times of reception of the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command has been described. However, when the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received once, sound output is performed. In addition, the abnormal winning notification may be performed using all of the abnormality notification screen display and lamp display. In this case, when the production control microcomputer 100 receives the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command once, the production control microcomputer 100 performs output control of the abnormal notification sound using the speaker 27 and also superimposes and displays the abnormality notification screen on the production display device 9. The display control of the abnormal display using the lamps 25, 28a, 28b, 28c is performed.

  In this embodiment, the case where the abnormal winning notification is executed using only the sound output when the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received only once is shown. It is not restricted to what was shown in embodiment. For example, when the abnormal winning notification 1 designation command is received only once, the abnormality display screen may be superimposed on the effect display device 9, and display control of abnormal display using the lamps 25, 28a, 28b, 28c is possible. May be performed. Further, the abnormality notification effect may be performed using any two or all of the abnormality notification screen superimposed display, sound output, or abnormality display using the lamps 25, 28a, 28b, and 28c.

  FIG. 66 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a display effect on the effect display device 9 and a sound effect status by the speaker 27. FIG. 66 (A) shows an example when the effect display device 9 is performing variable display of effect symbols. FIG. 66 (B) shows an example in which initialization notification is performed in the effect display device 9.

  FIG. 66 (C) shows an example in which abnormality notification is performed in the effect display device 9 and an abnormality notification sound is output by the speaker 27. When receiving the abnormal prize notification designation command from the game control microcomputer 560, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs control to display an abnormality notification screen on the effect display device 9 and outputs the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27. I do. Further, even when the variable display of the effect symbol is started in response to the reception of the variation pattern command, the display of the abnormality notification screen on the effect display device 9 and the output of the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27 are continued. Moreover, even if the variable display of the effect symbol is finished, the display of the abnormality notification screen on the effect display device 9 and the output of the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27 are continued. The production control microcomputer 100 does not execute the control for deleting the abnormality notification screen and the control for stopping the output of the abnormality notification sound, so that the display of the abnormality notification screen on the production display device 9 and the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27 are not performed. The output continues until the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped. However, the production control microcomputer 100 stops displaying the abnormality notification screen and outputting the abnormality notification sound when a predetermined time has elapsed after the display of the abnormality notification screen and the output of the abnormality notification sound have started. You may control.

  Further, in this embodiment, the abnormality notification is performed by the effect display device 9 and the speaker 27, but the abnormality notification may be performed using a lamp / LED. In that case, when receiving the abnormal winning notification designation command, the production control microcomputer 100 controls the lamp / LED to blink in a manner different from that in the normal state (when no abnormal winning has occurred). .

  Further, in this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 does not detect an abnormal prize and does not detect an abnormal prize for a predetermined period after the power supply to the game machine is started (a period during which the initialization notification is executed). The abnormal winning notification designating command is not transmitted from the microcomputer 560. However, in the game control microcomputer 560, when the value of the first special symbol process flag or the second special symbol process flag is less than a predetermined value (5 in this embodiment), or the value of the normal symbol process flag is a predetermined value. In cases other than (3) in this embodiment, the abnormal winning is always detected and the presentation control microcomputer 100 designates the abnormal winning notification 1 during a predetermined period after the power supply to the gaming machine is started. When a command or an abnormal winning notification 2 designation command is received, the abnormal winning notification may not be performed.

  As described above, in this embodiment, after “Super Reach A (second reach state display mode)” or “Super Reach B (third reach state display mode)” is displayed, it is surely a big hit. Become. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a decrease in the interest of the game due to “out of play” after the reach effect is performed for a long time. In addition, if “normal reach” is developed to “super reach A” or “super reach B”, the big hit (6R normal big hit, 6R positive variable big hit, 8R normal big hit or 8R positive big hit) will be confirmed. Can give you a sense of security. In particular, when “Super Reach A” is displayed, the player pays attention to whether or not “Reach A” is displayed and “Super Reach B” is displayed after “Super Reach A” is displayed. , It can increase the player's sense of expectation for the development of reach and enhance the interest of the game.

  Further, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 10, after “normal reach (first reach state display mode)” is displayed, without passing through “super reach A (second reach state display mode)”. , “Super Reach B (third reach state display mode)” is displayed, and thereafter, a variable display pattern in which a big hit display is made is set, so a high game value (for example, 8R normal big hit or 8R probability big hit) It is possible to notify the player that the game has been granted without notice, and to enhance the interest of the game.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 63, “normal reach (first reach state display mode)”, “super reach A (second reach state display mode)”, “super reach B (third) The “reach state display mode” is a display mode in which the variation mode of the middle symbol, which is the symbol for which variable display is stopped lastly, among the left middle right symbols to be variably displayed on the effect display device 9 is different. Can reliably recognize that the reach state has changed.

  Further, in this embodiment, since the initialization notification is given priority over the abnormality notification, it is possible to prevent a situation in which the initialization notification is difficult to recognize. That is, the initialization notification is performed prominently. The game control microcomputer 560 transmits an initialization designation command when a user reset that causes the program to start executing from the top address (for example, address 0000) occurs even when power supply to the game machine is started. As a cause of the occurrence of the user reset, for example, in the case where the watchdog timer is configured to be used, there is a case where the watchdog timer has timed out due to an illegal act that prevents the smooth progress of the program. Such fraudulent acts are particularly configured when a predetermined jackpot symbol (predetermined probability variable jackpot symbol) is determined based on a random number for determining the jackpot symbol, and is controlled to be in a probability variation state. Prone to occur. That is, the game control microcomputer 560 is initialized, and a counter for generating a jackpot symbol determining random number is initialized, and it is easy to receive an illegal act that makes it easy to grasp the count value of the counter. By making the initialization notice conspicuous as in this embodiment, it is possible to easily grasp from the outside of the gaming machine that the gaming control microcomputer 560 has been initialized. Is easily recognized.

  In this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 ends the initialization notification when a predetermined period has elapsed (see steps S1001 to S1005), but ends the initialization notification at another timing. Also good. For example, the initialization notification is terminated when the variable display of the effect symbol is started for the first time after the initialization notification is started, or the abnormal winning notification designation command is received before the variable display of the effect symbol is started. Sometimes the initialization notification may be terminated. Alternatively, the initialization notification may be terminated when the customer waiting demonstration designation command is received or when the first effect control command other than the customer waiting demonstration designation command is received after the initialization notification is started. That is, it is preferable that the initialization notification is continued only for a period sufficient for the game store clerk or the like to recognize the initialization notification.

  In this embodiment, in step S362B in FIG. 44 and step S255 in FIG. 46, whether or not the value of the first special symbol process flag or the second special symbol process flag is 5 or more, However, when the value of the first special symbol process flag and the second special symbol process flag is 5 (when the pre-opening process for the big prize opening is executed), the specific variable prize is awarded. Since the ball device 20 is not opened, it is determined whether or not it is the timing of occurrence of an abnormal prize based on whether the value of the first special symbol process flag or the second special symbol process flag is 6 or more. Also good.

  Also, in this embodiment, one game is played when an abnormal winning occurs (the value of the first special symbol process flag or the second special symbol process flag is 5 or more, and the value of the normal symbol process flag is other than 3). If the ball wins the big winning opening or the second starting winning opening 14, it is determined that an abnormal winning has occurred. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and a predetermined number of game balls are generated at the timing of the abnormal winning. May be determined that an abnormal winning has occurred if the winning prize winning hole or the second start winning prize opening 14 is won. For example, it is determined that an abnormal winning has occurred when it is determined that five game balls have accumulated in the big winning opening during a time other than the big hit game or the small hit game. Further, when it is determined that two game balls have accumulated in the second start winning opening 14 when the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is not in the open / close operation, it is determined that an abnormal winning has occurred.

  In this embodiment, the abnormal winning notification of the same contents is performed both when an abnormal winning at the big winning opening occurs and when an abnormal winning at the second starting winning opening 14 occurs. Notification may be performed. Specifically, the production control microcomputer 100 executes different abnormal winning notifications depending on the type of the abnormal winning notification designation command from the game control microcomputer 560. For example, a different notification sound is generated when an abnormal winning at the big winning opening occurs and when an abnormal winning at the second start winning opening 14 occurs. Or, when an abnormal winning at the big winning opening occurs, the abnormal notification is made with a loud sound.

Embodiment 2. FIG.
As shown in FIG. 7 and FIG. 8, the gaming machine of the first embodiment is configured to change the number of rounds of the big hit game according to the type of the big hit and change the game value given to the player. Yes. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 7 and 8, the number of rounds is 4 in the case of 4R normal big hit and 4R probability variation big hit, the number of rounds is 6 in the case of 6R normal big hit and 6R probability big hit, and 8R. In the case of normal big hit and 8R probability variation big hit, the number of rounds was set to eight.

  On the other hand, the gaming machine of the second embodiment changes the game value given to the player by changing the number of short-time states after the big hit according to the type of the big hit.

  67 and 68 are explanatory diagrams showing a jackpot determination table according to the second embodiment. The big hit determination determination table is used in the normal big hit determination table (see FIGS. 67 (A) and 68 (A)) used in the normal state (including the short time state) and in the probability variation state (not including the short time state). There is a probability change big hit determination table (see FIG. 67 (B) and FIG. 68 (B)).

  The numerical values described in the left column of FIGS. 67 (A) and 67 (B) and FIGS. 68 (A) and 68 (B) are jackpot determination values. The CPU 56 compares the random R value with the big hit determination value, and if the random R value matches any of the big hit determination values, the short time normal big hit, the short time normal variation big hit, the medium short normal variation big hit, the middle short probability variable big hit It is determined that the multi-hour short normal big hit, the multi-time short-range variable big hit or the small hit. The CPU 56 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 503 at a predetermined time and uses the extracted value as the jackpot determination random number value. When the jackpot determination random number value matches the jackpot determination value shown in FIG. (1) For special symbols, it is decided to make a big hit (short short normal big hit, short short normal variation big hit, medium short normal big hit, medium short normal variation big hit, multi-hour short normal big hit or multi-time short normal big hit) or small hit When the numerical value matches the big hit judgment value shown in FIG. 68, the big special hit (second short normal big hit, short time normal variation big hit, medium short normal big hit, medium short normal variation big hit, multiple short normal big hit, or multiple short normal variation big hit) Or decide to make a small hit.

  In the case of short-and-time big hits (short-time normal big hits, short-time fast-changing big hits), the number of rounds is set to 8, and then the game state is changed to the short-time state until the execution of 10 special symbol changes (variable display) is completed. To do. In addition, in the medium short-term big hit (medium short normal big hit, medium short-range variable big hit), the number of rounds is set to 8, and then the game state is set to the short-time state until the execution of 50 special symbol changes (variable display) is completed. To do. In addition, in multi-time short-term big hits (multi-time short-term normal big hits, multi-time short-term variable big hits), the number of rounds is set to 8, and then the game state is set to the short-time state until the execution of 100 special symbol changes (variable display) is completed. To do.

  When the example shown in FIG. 67 (example corresponding to the first special symbol) and the example shown in FIG. 68 (example corresponding to the second special symbol) are compared, the big hit (short time normal big hit, short time short-term variable big hit, medium short time) The ratios in which the normal big hit, the medium short-range variable big hit, the multi-hour short normal big hit, and the multi-hour short-range variable big hit are both the same (for example, 0.9% in the normal case). However, when the big hit is selected, the big hit corresponding to the second special symbol (example shown in FIG. 68) is shorter than the big hit corresponding to the first special symbol (example shown in FIG. 67). Big hits (usually short hits for many hours or big hits for many times) are easy to select. For example, in the example shown in FIG. 67 (A), out of big hits (short time normal big hit, short time normal variation big hit, medium short normal big hit, medium short normal variation big hit, multi-hour short normal big hit and multi-time short big change big hit) 68% is selected in the example shown in FIG. 68 (A), whereas the ratio shown in FIG. 68 (A) is large hits (short time normal big hit, short time normal variable big hit, medium short time). Of the normal big hit, the medium short-range variable big hit, the multi-hour short normal big hit, and the multi-hour short-range variable big hit), the ratio of the multi-time short big hit (the multi-hour short normal big hit or the multi-time short-range variable big hit) is 32%. In other words, when it is determined that the second special symbol is a big hit, the game value is more advantageous than the case where it is decided that the first special symbol is a big jackpot (multi-time normal big hit and multi-time short-term change). It is easy to shift to a special gaming state that gives a big hit). In addition, when it is determined to be a big hit with respect to the second special symbol, the selection ratio for the short time big hit may be 100%.

  FIG. 69 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of contents of an effect control command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560 according to the second embodiment. In the example shown in FIG. 69, commands 8001 (H) to 8009 (H) are effect control commands (variation) for designating a variation pattern of the effect symbol that is variably displayed on the effect display device 9 in response to the variable display of the special symbol. Pattern command). The effect control command for designating the variation pattern is also a command for designating the start of variation. Therefore, when the production control microcomputer 100 receives any of the commands 8001 (H) to 8009 (H), the production display device 9 controls the production display to start variable display of production symbols.

  The commands 8C01 (H) to 8C08 (H) are effect control commands indicating whether or not to make a big hit and the type of the big hit game. The effect control microcomputer 100 determines the display result of the effect symbols in response to the reception of the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C08 (H), so the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C08 (H) are referred to as display result specifying commands.

  FIG. 70 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a variable display pattern table used in this embodiment. In the example shown in FIG. 70, the first variable display pattern table, the second variable display pattern table, the third variable display pattern table, the fourth variable display pattern table, and the fifth variable display pattern table are shown as one table. However, they may be shown in different tables.

  The CPU 56 compares the random R value with the big hit judgment value, and the short time normal big hit, the short time normal variation big hit, the medium short normal big hit, the medium short normal variation big hit, the multi-time short normal big hit, the multi-time short normal big hit, the multi-short normal variation big hit, the small hit or Decide to be off. If the game control microcomputer 560 determines that the reach determination random number value is any one of 0 to 8, as shown in the first variable display pattern table in FIG. If the variation pattern number # 1 (the variation pattern of the “normal variation” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 5 seconds) is selected and the reach determination random number value is 9, the variation pattern number # 2 (the variation time of the special symbol is 10) “Normal reach” fluctuation pattern that is seconds) is selected. “Normal fluctuation” is a fluctuation pattern without a reach mode. “Normal reach” is, for example, a variation pattern that realizes a reach mode based on only one type of variation mode.

  When it is determined that the medium / short normal big hit or the medium / short-probable big hit is made, the game control microcomputer 560 has a variation pattern decision random value of 0 as shown in the second variable display pattern table in FIG. If there is, the variation pattern number # 4 (the variation pattern of “normal reach” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds) is selected, and if the variation pattern determination random value is any one of 1 to 20, the variation pattern number ## 5 (variation pattern in which “super reach A” continues to “normal reach” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 20 seconds) is selected. “Super reach A” is a variation pattern having a reach form different from “normal reach” and “super reach B”. When the reach mode is different, the change mode (speed, rotation direction, etc.), character image, moving image, etc. appear in the effect display device 9 in the reach change time (period in which the reach effect is performed), or the effect display. It means that the background symbols in the device 9 are different. For example, in “normal reach”, as described above, the reach mode is realized by only one type of change mode, whereas “super reach A” includes a plurality of change modes having different speeds and directions of change. The reach aspect is realized.

  Further, when it is determined that the multi-hour short normal big hit or the multi-time short-term variable big hit is made, the game control microcomputer 560 has a variation pattern decision random value of 0 as shown in the third variable display pattern table in FIG. If there is a variation pattern number # 6 (the variation pattern of “normal reach” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds), the variation pattern number # 7 (the variation of the special symbol is 1 or 2). If the fluctuation pattern determination random number value is any one of 3 to 20, the fluctuation pattern number # 8 (special) is selected. Fluctuation pattern in which "Super Reach A" and "Super Reach B" continue to "Normal Reach" where the fluctuation time of the symbol is 30 seconds To select. “Super reach B” is a variation pattern having a reach manner different from “normal reach” and “super reach A”, for example, a variation pattern having a reach manner by moving images. In this example, “normal reach”, “super reach A”, and “super reach B” are illustrated as reach modes, but more types of reach modes (for example, “super reach C”, etc.) A variation pattern may be prepared.

  Further, when it is determined that the short-time normal big hit or the short-time probability variable big hit, the game control microcomputer 560 changes the variation pattern number # 3 (special symbol) as shown in the fourth variable display pattern table in FIG. The fluctuation pattern of “normal reach” with a fluctuation time of 10 seconds is selected. When it is determined that a small hit is made, the game control microcomputer 560, as shown in the fifth variable display pattern table in FIG. 70, changes the variation pattern number # 9 (the variation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds). A certain “small hit” variation pattern) is selected.

  Note that the variable display pattern table illustrated in FIG. 70 is a variable display pattern table for the first special symbol in the normal state. Therefore, in the jackpot table random value column in FIG. 70, a value corresponding to the value of random R in FIG. 67 (A) is shown. Also, in the variable display pattern table for the first special symbol at the time of probability change, a value corresponding to the value of random R in FIG. 67B is shown in the jackpot table random value column. Also, in the variable display pattern table for the second special symbol in the normal state, a value corresponding to the value of the random R in FIG. 68A is shown in the jackpot table random value column. In the variable display pattern table for the second special symbol at the time of probability change, a value corresponding to the value of random R in FIG. 68B is shown in the jackpot table random value column.

  In the short-time state, for example, “normal fluctuation at short time” is used as a fluctuation pattern in which the variable display time is shorter than “normal fluctuation”.

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 selects the fluctuation pattern of “normal fluctuation at short time” instead of the fluctuation pattern of “normal fluctuation”.

  Next, the first special symbol normal process in the first special symbol process of the second embodiment will be described. 71 shows processes corresponding to steps S80 to S84 in the first special symbol normal process (step S300A) in the first special symbol process of the first embodiment shown in FIG. 16, FIG. 17, and FIG. It is a flowchart to show.

  When the stop symbol is determined (see step S76 in FIG. 17), the CPU 56 sets a time / short / big hit flag if it is determined to make a time / short big hit (steps S80B and S81B). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S70 shown in FIG.

  When it is determined that the medium / short / long jackpot is determined, the CPU 56 sets the medium / short / long jackpot flag (steps S82B and S83B). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S70 shown in FIG.

  If the CPU 56 is determined to be a multi-time jackpot (that is, not determined to be a short-time jackpot and not determined to be a medium-time jackpot), the CPU 56 A time-saving big hit flag is set (steps S80B, S82B, S84B). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S70 shown in FIG.

  Next, the first display result specifying command transmission process of the second embodiment will be described. FIG. 72 is a flowchart showing processes corresponding to steps S186 to S195 in the first display result specifying command transmission process (step S302A) of the first embodiment shown in FIGS. 20 and 21.

  When the probability variation big hit flag is set (Y in step S180 in FIG. 20), the CPU 56 proceeds to step S186B. When the hour / short / big hit flag is set, control is performed to transmit a display result 6 designation command (steps S186B and S187B). Then, the process proceeds to step S185 shown in FIG. Further, when the medium / short / long jackpot flag is set, control for transmitting the display result 7 designation command is performed (steps S188B and S189B). Then, the process proceeds to step S185 shown in FIG. Further, when the short / short / long jackpot flag and the middle / short / long jackpot flag are not set (the multitime / short jackpot flag may be set), control is performed to transmit a display result 8 designation command ( Steps S186B, S188B, S190B). Then, the process proceeds to step S185 shown in FIG.

  When neither the probability variation big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set, when the big hit flag is set (normally big hit, Y in step S183), the process proceeds to step S191B. When the hour / short / big hit flag is set, control is performed to transmit a display result 3 designation command (steps S191B and S192B). Then, the process proceeds to step S185 shown in FIG. Further, when the medium / short / long jackpot flag is set, control for transmitting a display result 4 designation command is performed (steps S193B and S194B). Then, the process proceeds to step S185 shown in FIG. Further, when the short / short / long jackpot flag and the medium / short / long jackpot flag are not set (the multitime / short jackpot flag may be set), control is performed to transmit a display result 5 designation command ( Steps S191B, S193B, S195B). Then, the process proceeds to step S185 shown in FIG.

  As described above, in this embodiment, after “Super Reach A (second reach state display mode)” or “Super Reach B (third reach state display mode)” is displayed, it is surely a big hit. Become. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a decrease in the interest of the game due to “out of play” after the reach effect is performed for a long time. In addition, if “normal reach” is developed to “super reach A” or “super reach B”, the big hit (medium short normal big hit, medium time short-range variable big hit, multi-time short normal big hit or multi-time short-range variable big hit) will be established. Therefore, a sense of security can be given to the player. In particular, when “Super Reach A” is displayed, the player pays attention to whether or not “Reach A” is displayed and “Super Reach B” is displayed after “Super Reach A” is displayed. , It can increase the player's sense of expectation for the development of reach and enhance the interest of the game.

  Further, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 70, after “normal reach (first reach state display mode)” is displayed, without passing through “super reach A (second reach state display mode)”. , “Super Reach B (third reach state display mode)” is displayed, and then a variable display pattern for displaying a big hit display is set, so that a high game value (for example, a multi-time short normal big hit or a multi-time short-term variable big hit) ) Can be notified to the player without notice, and the fun of the game can be enhanced.

Embodiment 3 FIG.
The gaming machines of the respective embodiments described above differ in the number of jackpot rounds (first embodiment) or the number of time reductions (second embodiment) depending on the type of jackpot.

  On the other hand, in the gaming machine of the third embodiment, the opening time of the big prize opening differs depending on the type of jackpot.

  73 and 74 are explanatory diagrams showing a jackpot determination table according to the third embodiment. The big hit determination determination table is used in the normal big hit determination table (see FIGS. 73A and 74A) used in the normal state (including the short-time state) and in the probability variation state (not including the short-time state). There is a probability change big hit determination table (see FIG. 73 (B) and FIG. 74 (B)).

  The numerical values described in the left column of FIGS. 73A and 73B and FIGS. 74A and 74B are jackpot determination values. The CPU 56 compares the random R value with the big hit determination value, and if the random R value matches any of the big hit determination values, the short open normal big hit, the short open positive change big hit, the medium open normal big hit, the medium open positive change big hit The long open normal big hit, the long open probability variable big hit, or the small hit is decided.

  For example, in the short open normal big hit and the short open probability big hit, for example, the big winning opening is opened for 3 seconds, and in the middle open normal big hit and the middle open positive change big hit, for example, the big winning opening is opened for 5 seconds and the long open normal big hit. And in the long open probability change big hit, for example, a big winning opening is opened for 10 seconds.

  The CPU 56 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 503 at a predetermined time and uses the extracted value as the jackpot determination random number value. If the jackpot determination random number value matches the jackpot determination value shown in FIG. One special symbol is determined to be a big hit (short open normal big hit, short open positive big hit, medium open normal big hit, medium open positive big hit, long open normal big hit or long open positive big hit) or a small hit. If the value matches the big hit judgment value shown in Fig. 74, the big special hit (short open normal big hit, short open positive big hit, medium open normal big hit, medium open positive big hit, long open normal big hit or long open positive big hit) Or decide to make a small hit.

  When the big hit display time timer is set in the first big winning opening release pre-processing, the CPU 56 controls to open the big winning opening when the big win display time timer times out, and the type of the big win In response to this, a value corresponding to the opening time is set in the big prize opening time timer, and the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first big prize opening opening process (step S306A).

  The value corresponding to the opening time set by the CPU 56 in the big winning opening opening time timer according to the type of jackpot is, for example, 3 seconds for the short opening normal big hit and the short opening probability variation big hit, and the medium opening normal big hit and It is 5 seconds for the medium opening probability variation big hit, and it is 10 seconds for the long opening normal variation big hit and the long opening probability variation big hit.

  FIG. 75 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a variable display pattern table used in this embodiment. In the example shown in FIG. 75, the first variable display pattern table, the second variable display pattern table, the third variable display pattern table, the fourth variable display pattern table, and the fifth variable display pattern table are shown as one table. However, they may be shown in different tables.

  The CPU 56 compares the random R value with the big hit determination value and compares the short open normal big hit, the short open probability big hit, the medium open normal big hit, the medium open positive big hit, the long open normal big hit, the long open positive big hit, the small hit or Decide to be off. If the game control microcomputer 560 determines that the reach determination random number value is any one of 0 to 8, as shown in the first variable display pattern table in FIG. If the variation pattern number # 1 (the variation pattern of the “normal variation” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 5 seconds) is selected and the reach determination random number value is 9, the variation pattern number # 2 (the variation time of the special symbol is 10) “Normal reach” fluctuation pattern that is seconds) is selected. “Normal fluctuation” is a fluctuation pattern without a reach mode. “Normal reach” is, for example, a variation pattern that realizes a reach mode based on only one type of variation mode.

  In addition, when it is determined that the middle open normal big hit or the middle open probability variable big hit, the game control microcomputer 560 has a variation pattern decision random value of 0 as shown in the second variable display pattern table in FIG. If there is, the variation pattern number # 4 (the variation pattern of “normal reach” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds) is selected, and if the variation pattern determination random value is any one of 1 to 20, the variation pattern number ## 5 (variation pattern in which “super reach A” continues to “normal reach” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 20 seconds) is selected. “Super reach A” is a variation pattern having a reach form different from “normal reach” and “super reach B”. When the reach mode is different, the change mode (speed, rotation direction, etc.), character image, moving image, etc. appear in the effect display device 9 in the reach change time (period in which the reach effect is performed), or the effect display. It means that the background symbols in the device 9 are different. For example, in “normal reach”, as described above, the reach mode is realized by only one type of change mode, whereas “super reach A” includes a plurality of change modes having different speeds and directions of change. The reach aspect is realized.

  When it is determined that the long open normal big hit or the long open probability variable big hit is set, the game control microcomputer 560 has a variation pattern decision random value of 0 as shown in the third variable display pattern table in FIG. If there is a variation pattern number # 6 (the variation pattern of “normal reach” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds), the variation pattern number # 7 (the variation of the special symbol is 1 or 2). If the fluctuation pattern determination random number value is any one of 3 to 20, the fluctuation pattern number # 8 (special) is selected. Fluctuation pattern in which "Super Reach A" and "Super Reach B" continue to "Normal Reach" where the fluctuation time of the symbol is 30 seconds To select. “Super reach B” is a variation pattern having a reach manner different from “normal reach” and “super reach A”, for example, a variation pattern having a reach manner by moving images. In this example, “normal reach”, “super reach A”, and “super reach B” are illustrated as reach modes, but more types of reach modes (for example, “super reach C”, etc.) A variation pattern may be prepared.

  When it is determined that the short-open normal big hit or the short-open probability variable big hit is set, the game control microcomputer 560, as shown in the fourth variable display pattern table in FIG. The fluctuation pattern of “normal reach” with a fluctuation time of 10 seconds is selected. In addition, when it is decided to make a small hit, the game control microcomputer 560 changes the variation pattern number # 9 (the variation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds as shown in the fifth variable display pattern table in FIG. 75). A certain “small hit” variation pattern) is selected.

  Note that the variable display pattern table illustrated in FIG. 75 is a variable display pattern table for the first special symbol in the normal state. Therefore, in the jackpot table random value column in FIG. 75, a value corresponding to the value of random R in FIG. 73 (A) is shown. Further, in the variable display pattern table for the first special symbol at the time of probability change, a value corresponding to the value of random R in FIG. 73 (B) is shown in the jackpot table random value column. In the variable display pattern table for the second special symbol in the normal state, a value corresponding to the value of random R in FIG. 74A is shown in the jackpot table random value column. In the variable display pattern table for the second special symbol at the time of probability change, a value corresponding to the value of random R in FIG. 74B is shown in the jackpot table random value column.

  In the short-time state, for example, “normal fluctuation at short time” is used as a fluctuation pattern in which the variable display time is shorter than “normal fluctuation”.

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 selects the fluctuation pattern of “normal fluctuation at short time” instead of the fluctuation pattern of “normal fluctuation”.

  As described above, according to this embodiment, since the opening time of the big prize opening differs according to the type of jackpot, it is possible to enhance the interest of the player.

Embodiment 4 FIG.
The gaming machine of each embodiment described above, depending on the type of jackpot, the number of jackpot rounds (first embodiment), the number of times (second embodiment) or the opening time of the big prize opening ( The third embodiment is different.

  On the other hand, in the gaming machine of the fourth embodiment, the allowable number of winning balls per one opening of the big winning opening varies depending on the type of the big winning.

  76 and 77 are explanatory diagrams illustrating a big hit determination table according to the fourth embodiment. The big hit determination determination table is used in the normal big hit determination table (see FIGS. 76A and 77A) used in the normal state (including the time reduction state) and in the probability variation state (not including the time reduction state). There is a probability change big hit determination table (see FIG. 76 (B) and FIG. 77 (B)).

  The numerical values described in the left column of FIGS. 76 (A) and 76 (B) and FIGS. 77 (A) and 77 (B) are jackpot determination values. The CPU 56 compares the value of the random R with the jackpot determination value, and if the value of the random R matches any of the jackpot determination values, the small winning normal big hit, the small winning probability variable big hit, the middle winning normal hit big hit, or the middle winning probability changing big hit The multi-winning normal big hit, the multi-winning probability variable big hit or the small win will be decided.

  In addition, in the small winning normal jackpot and the small winning probability variable jackpot, for example, the big winning mouth is opened until winning in the three big winning mouth, and in the middle winning normal jackpot and middle winning probability variable jackpot, for example, in the five big winning mouth The big winning opening is opened until winning, and in the multi-winning normal jackpot and the multi-winning probability changing big hit, for example, the big winning opening is opened until winning nine winning prizes.

  The CPU 56 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 503 at a predetermined time and uses the extracted value as the jackpot determination random number value. When the jackpot determination random number value matches the jackpot determination value shown in FIG. One special symbol is determined to be a big hit (small winning normal big hit, small winning probability variable big hit, medium winning normal big hit, medium winning positive variable big hit, multiple winning normal big hit or multiple winning positive variable big hit) or small hit, If the value matches the jackpot determination value shown in FIG. 77, the jackpot for the second special symbol (small winning normal big hit, small winning probability variable big hit, medium winning normal bonus big hit, middle winning probability variable big hit, multiple winning normal big hit or multiple winning probability variable big hit) Or decide to make a small hit.

  Then, in the first big prize opening opening process, the CPU 56 finishes the final round when the big prize opening time timer times out or when the number of winning balls to the big prize opening reaches a predetermined number according to the type of jackpot. If is not finished, control is performed to close the special winning opening.

  The predetermined number according to the type of the big win is, for example, three for the small winning normal big hit and the small winning probability variable big hit, and five for the medium winning normal big hit and the medium winning positive change big hit, and the multiple winning normal big win and the multiple winning The probable big hit is nine.

  FIG. 78 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a variable display pattern table used in this embodiment. In the example shown in FIG. 78, the first variable display pattern table, the second variable display pattern table, the third variable display pattern table, the fourth variable display pattern table, and the fifth variable display pattern table are shown as one table. However, they may be shown in different tables.

  The CPU 56 compares the random R value with the big hit determination value, and compares the small winning normal big hit, the small winning probability variable big hit, the middle winning normal big hit, the middle winning positive change big hit, the multiple winning normal big hit, the multiple winning normal change big hit, the small win or Decide to be off. If the game control microcomputer 560 determines that the reach determination random number value is any one of 0 to 8, as shown in the first variable display pattern table in FIG. If the variation pattern number # 1 (the variation pattern of the “normal variation” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 5 seconds) is selected and the reach determination random number value is 9, the variation pattern number # 2 (the variation time of the special symbol is 10) “Normal reach” fluctuation pattern that is seconds) is selected. “Normal fluctuation” is a fluctuation pattern without a reach mode. “Normal reach” is, for example, a variation pattern that realizes a reach mode based on only one type of variation mode.

  In addition, when it is determined that the middle prize is a normal big hit or a middle prize probability variable big hit, the game control microcomputer 560 has a variation pattern decision random value of 0 as shown in the second variable display pattern table in FIG. If there is, the variation pattern number # 4 (the variation pattern of “normal reach” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds) is selected, and if the variation pattern determination random value is any one of 1 to 20, the variation pattern number ## 5 (variation pattern in which “super reach A” continues to “normal reach” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 20 seconds) is selected. “Super reach A” is a variation pattern having a reach form different from “normal reach” and “super reach B”. When the reach mode is different, the change mode (speed, rotation direction, etc.), character image, moving image, etc. appear in the effect display device 9 in the reach change time (period in which the reach effect is performed), or the effect display. It means that the background symbols in the device 9 are different. For example, in “normal reach”, as described above, the reach mode is realized by only one type of change mode, whereas “super reach A” includes a plurality of change modes having different speeds and directions of change. The reach aspect is realized.

  In addition, when it is determined that the multi-winning normal big win or the multi-winning probability variable big win is set, the game control microcomputer 560 has a variation pattern decision random value of 0 as shown in the third variable display pattern table in FIG. If there is a variation pattern number # 6 (the variation pattern of “normal reach” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds), the variation pattern number # 7 (the variation of the special symbol is 1 or 2). If the fluctuation pattern determination random number value is any one of 3 to 20, the fluctuation pattern number # 8 (special) is selected. Fluctuation pattern in which "Super Reach A" and "Super Reach B" continue to "Normal Reach" where the fluctuation time of the symbol is 30 seconds To select. “Super reach B” is a variation pattern having a reach manner different from “normal reach” and “super reach A”, for example, a variation pattern having a reach manner by moving images. In this example, “normal reach”, “super reach A”, and “super reach B” are illustrated as reach modes, but more types of reach modes (for example, “super reach C”, etc.) A variation pattern may be prepared.

  Further, when it is determined that the small winning normal big hit or the small winning probability variable big hit is determined, the game control microcomputer 560 changes the variation pattern number # 3 (special symbol) as shown in the fourth variable display pattern table in FIG. The fluctuation pattern of “normal reach” with a fluctuation time of 10 seconds is selected. In addition, when it is determined to be a small hit, the game control microcomputer 560 changes the variation pattern number # 9 (the variation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds as shown in the fifth variable display pattern table in FIG. 78). A certain “small hit” variation pattern) is selected.

  Note that the variable display pattern table illustrated in FIG. 78 is a variable display pattern table for the first special symbol in the normal state. Therefore, in the jackpot table random value column in FIG. 78, a value corresponding to the value of random R in FIG. 76 (A) is shown. In the variable display pattern table for the first special symbol at the time of probability change, a value corresponding to the value of random R in FIG. 76B is shown in the jackpot table random value column. In the variable display pattern table for the second special symbol in the normal state, a value corresponding to the value of random R in FIG. 77A is shown in the jackpot table random value column. In the variable display pattern table for the second special symbol at the time of probability change, a value corresponding to the value of random R in FIG. 77 (B) is shown in the jackpot table random value column.

  In the short-time state, for example, “normal fluctuation at short time” is used as a fluctuation pattern in which the variable display time is shorter than “normal fluctuation”.

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 selects the fluctuation pattern of “normal fluctuation at short time” instead of the fluctuation pattern of “normal fluctuation”.

  As described above, according to this embodiment, the number of allowable winning balls per one opening of the big winning opening differs according to the type of the big winning, so that the player's interest can be enhanced.

  In each embodiment described above, depending on the type of jackpot, the number of jackpot rounds (first embodiment), the number of time reductions (second embodiment), the opening time of the big prize opening (first 3), or the number of allowable winning balls per opening of the big winning opening (fourth embodiment) is different, but other game values are given to the player according to the type of the big win. Also good.

  Specifically, for example, when a predetermined type of jackpot is determined, the gaming state may be set to a time-shortened state after the jackpot. In addition, the number of special symbol fluctuations (variable display) in which the time reduction state continues after the shift to the time reduction state is different depending on the type of jackpot (for example, one of 10, 50, or 100) It is good.

  Further, for example, when a predetermined type of jackpot is determined, the gaming state may be changed to a probable change state after the jackpot. In addition, the number of special symbol fluctuations (variable display) in which the probability variation state continues after the transition to the probability variation state may be varied depending on the type of jackpot.

Embodiment 5. FIG.
In each embodiment described above, depending on the type of jackpot, the number of rounds (first embodiment), the number of time reductions (second embodiment), the opening time of the big prize opening (third (Embodiment) or the number of allowable winning balls per opening of the big winning opening (fourth embodiment) is different, but the gaming machine of the fifth embodiment is a type of jackpot only in some gaming states Depending on, the number of rounds of the jackpot game is changed.

  FIG. 79 and FIG. 80 are explanatory diagrams illustrating a jackpot determination table according to the fifth embodiment. The big hit determination determination table is used in the normal big hit determination table (see FIGS. 79A and 80A) used in the normal state (including the short-time state) and in the probability variation state (not including the short-time state). There is a probability change big hit determination table (see FIG. 79 (B) and FIG. 80 (B)).

  The numerical values described in the left column of FIGS. 79A and 79B and FIGS. 80A and 80B are jackpot determination values. The CPU 56 compares the random R value with the big hit determination value, and if the random R value matches any of the big hit determination values, the 4R normal big hit, the 4R positive big hit, the 6R normal big hit, the 6R positive big hit, and the 8R normal big hit , 8R probability variation big hit or small hit. The CPU 56 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 503 at a predetermined time and uses the extracted value as the jackpot determination random value. However, in the normal time (the game state that is not the probability variation state), the jackpot determination random number value is displayed. If it matches the big hit judgment value shown in 79 (A), it will be decided that the first special symbol will be big hit (6R normal big hit or 6R probability variable big hit) or small hit, and the big hit judgment will be made when the gaming state is the probability changed state When the random number for use matches the big hit determination value shown in FIG. 79 (B), big hits (4R normal big hit, 4R positive big hit, 6R normal big hit, 6R normal big hit, 8R normal big hit, or 8R normal big hit per 8R) Decide to win.

  Further, when the random number for jackpot determination coincides with the jackpot determination value shown in FIG. 80 (A) during normal time (a gaming state that is not in a probable change state), the CPU 56 determines a big hit (6R normal big hit or 6R probability big hit for the second special symbol). ) Or a small hit, and when the game state is a probable change state, if the big hit determination random number value matches the big hit determination value shown in FIG. Big hit, 4R positive variation big hit, 6R normal big hit, 6R positive big hit, 8R normal big hit or 8R positive big hit) or small hit.

  FIG. 81 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a variable display pattern table used at the normal time of this embodiment. In the example shown in FIG. 81, the first variable display pattern table, the second variable display pattern table, the third variable display pattern table, the fourth variable display pattern table, and the fifth variable display pattern table are shown as one table. However, they may be shown in different tables.

  The CPU 56 compares the random R value with the big hit determination value, and determines that the 6R normal big hit, the 6R probability variable big hit, the small hit or the outage are made. If the game control microcomputer 560 determines that the reach determination random number value is any one of 0 to 8, as shown in the first variable display pattern table in FIG. If the variation pattern number # 1 (the variation pattern of the “normal variation” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 5 seconds) is selected and the reach determination random number value is 9, the variation pattern number # 2 (the variation time of the special symbol is 10) “Normal reach” fluctuation pattern that is seconds) is selected. “Normal fluctuation” is a fluctuation pattern without a reach mode. “Normal reach” is, for example, a variation pattern that realizes a reach mode based on only one type of variation mode.

  Further, when the random R value is one of the big hit determination values shown in the second variable display pattern table in FIG. 81 (that is, the random R value is one of 350 to 679), It is decided to. Then, as shown in the second variable display pattern table in FIG. 81, the game control microcomputer 560 has a variation pattern number # 4 (the variation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds if the variation pattern determination random number value is 0. If “variation pattern of“ normal reach ”) is selected, and the variation pattern determination random number value is any one of 1 to 20, the variation pattern number # 5 (“ normal reach ”in which the variation time of the special symbol is 20 seconds) is set to“ super The variation pattern in which “reach A” continues is selected. “Super reach A” is a variation pattern having a reach form different from “normal reach” and “super reach B”. When the reach mode is different, the change mode (speed, rotation direction, etc.), character image, moving image, etc. appear in the effect display device 9 in the reach change time (period in which the reach effect is performed), or the effect display. It means that the background symbols in the device 9 are different. For example, in “normal reach”, as described above, the reach mode is realized by only one type of change mode, whereas “super reach A” includes a plurality of change modes having different speeds and directions of change. The reach aspect is realized.

  Further, when the random R value is one of the big hit determination values shown in the third variable display pattern table in FIG. 81 (that is, the random R value is one of 680 to 899), It is decided to. Then, as shown in the third variable display pattern table in FIG. 81, the game control microcomputer 560 has a variation pattern number # 6 (the variation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds if the variation pattern determination random number value is 0. “Normal reach” fluctuation pattern) is selected, and if the fluctuation pattern determination random number value is 1 or 2, “super reach B” continues to fluctuation pattern number # 7 (“normal reach” with a special symbol fluctuation time of 20 seconds) If the variation pattern determination random number value is any value from 3 to 20, variation pattern number # 8 (“normal reach” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 30 seconds is changed to “super reach A”) And a variation pattern in which “super reach B” continues. “Super reach B” is a variation pattern having a reach manner different from “normal reach” and “super reach A”, for example, a variation pattern having a reach manner by moving images. In this example, “normal reach”, “super reach A”, and “super reach B” are illustrated as reach modes, but more types of reach modes (for example, “super reach C”, etc.) A variation pattern may be prepared.

  Further, when the random R value is one of the big hit determination values shown in the fourth variable display pattern table in FIG. 81 (that is, the random R value is 0 to 349), It is decided to. Then, as shown in the fourth variable display pattern table in FIG. 81, game controlling microcomputer 560 selects variation pattern number # 3 (variation pattern of “normal reach” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds). . Further, when the random R value is one of the big hit determination values shown in the fifth variable display pattern table in FIG. 81 (that is, the random R value is one of 900 to 999), Decide to do. Then, as shown in the fifth variable display pattern table in FIG. 81, the game control microcomputer 560 selects the variation pattern number # 9 (the variation pattern of “small hit” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds). To do.

  Note that the variable display pattern table illustrated in FIG. 81 is a variable display pattern table for the first special symbol in the normal state. Therefore, in the jackpot table random value column in FIG. 81, values corresponding to the random R values in FIG. 79A are shown. Further, in the variable display pattern table for the second special symbol in the normal state, a value corresponding to the value of the random R in FIG. 80A is shown in the jackpot table random value column.

  FIG. 82 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a variable display pattern table used at the time of probability change of this embodiment. In the example shown in FIG. 82, the first variable display pattern table, the second variable display pattern table, the third variable display pattern table, the fourth variable display pattern table, and the fifth variable display pattern table are shown as one table. However, they may be shown in different tables.

  The CPU 56 compares the random R value with the big hit determination value, and determines that the 4R normal big hit, the 4R positive variation big hit, the 6R normal big hit, the 6R positive big hit, the 8R normal big hit, the 8R normal big hit, the small hit or outage. To do. If the game control microcomputer 560 determines that the reach determination random number value is any one of 0 to 8, as shown in the first variable display pattern table in FIG. If the variation pattern number # 1 (the variation pattern of the “normal variation” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 5 seconds) is selected and the reach determination random number value is 9, the variation pattern number # 2 (the variation time of the special symbol is 10) “Normal reach” fluctuation pattern that is seconds) is selected. “Normal fluctuation” is a fluctuation pattern without a reach mode. “Normal reach” is, for example, a variation pattern that realizes a reach mode based on only one type of variation mode.

  In addition, when it is determined that the 6R normal big hit or the 6R probability variable big hit is set, the game control microcomputer 560, as shown in the second variable display pattern table in FIG. If the variation pattern number # 4 (the variation pattern of “normal reach” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds) is selected and the variation pattern determination random value is any one of 1 to 20, the variation pattern number # 5 ( “Change pattern in which“ Super Reach A ”continues” is selected for “Normal Reach” in which the change time of the special symbol is 20 seconds). “Super reach A” is a variation pattern having a reach form different from “normal reach” and “super reach B”. When the reach mode is different, the change mode (speed, rotation direction, etc.), character image, moving image, etc. appear in the effect display device 9 in the reach change time (period in which the reach effect is performed), or the effect display. It means that the background symbols in the device 9 are different. For example, in “normal reach”, as described above, the reach mode is realized by only one type of change mode, whereas “super reach A” includes a plurality of change modes having different speeds and directions of change. The reach aspect is realized.

  In addition, when it is determined that the 8R normal big hit or the 8R probability variable big hit is set, the game control microcomputer 560, as shown in the third variable display pattern table in FIG. If the variation pattern number # 6 (the variation pattern of “normal reach” in which the variation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds) is selected and the variation pattern determination random number value is 1 or 2, the variation pattern number # 7 (the variation time of the special symbol) If the fluctuation pattern determination random number value is any one of 3 to 20, the fluctuation pattern number # 8 (special symbol of the special symbol) is selected. "Normal reach" with a fluctuation time of 30 seconds and "Super reach A" and "Super reach B" continue fluctuation pattern) To-option. “Super reach B” is a variation pattern having a reach manner different from “normal reach” and “super reach A”, for example, a variation pattern having a reach manner by moving images. In this example, “normal reach”, “super reach A”, and “super reach B” are illustrated as reach modes, but more types of reach modes (for example, “super reach C”, etc.) A variation pattern may be prepared.

  When it is determined that the 4R normal big hit or the 4R probability variable big hit is made, the game control microcomputer 560, as shown in the fourth variable display pattern table in FIG. "Normal reach" fluctuation pattern) with a time of 10 seconds. When it is determined that the game will be a small hit, the game control microcomputer 560, as shown in the fifth variable display pattern table in FIG. 82, changes the variation pattern number # 9 (the variation time of the special symbol is 10 seconds). A certain “small hit” variation pattern) is selected.

  Note that the variable display pattern table illustrated in FIG. 82 is a variable display pattern table for the first special symbol at the time of probability change. Therefore, in the jackpot table random value column in FIG. 82, a value corresponding to the value of random R in FIG. 79 (B) is shown. Further, in the variable display pattern table for the second special symbol at the time of probability change, a value corresponding to the value of random R in FIG. 80B is shown in the jackpot table random value column.

  In the short-time state, for example, “normal fluctuation at short time” is used as a fluctuation pattern in which the variable display time is shorter than “normal fluctuation”.

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 selects the fluctuation pattern of “normal fluctuation at short time” instead of the fluctuation pattern of “normal fluctuation”.

  In other words, in the fifth embodiment, when the gaming state is a probable change state, the number of rounds of the jackpot game is changed according to the type of jackpot.

  In this example, when the gaming state is a probable state, the player is given a gaming value according to the type of jackpot, but if the player matches other predetermined conditions, A game value corresponding to the game may be given. Specifically, for example, when “out of” continues for a predetermined number of times or when a predetermined mission is entered, the jackpot determination table illustrated in FIG. 79 (B) and FIG. 80 (B) is used. In other cases, the jackpot determination table illustrated in FIGS. 79A and 80A is used.

  In the fifth embodiment, when the gaming state is a probable change state, the number of rounds of the big hit game is changed according to the type of the big hit. Or changing the opening time of the grand prize opening as in the third embodiment, or changing the allowable number of winning balls per opening of the big prize opening as in the fourth embodiment. May be. Also, when the game state is normal, depending on the type of jackpot, change the number of rounds of jackpot game, change the number of short hours, change the opening time of the big prize opening, Alternatively, the allowable number of winning balls per opening may be changed.

  Also, by combining the above-described embodiments, when the game state is a probable change state, depending on the type of jackpot, the number of rounds of the jackpot game, the number of short hours, the opening time of the big prize opening, or one of the big prize opening Depending on the type of jackpot, the number of rounds of jackpot game, the number of short times, the opening time of the jackpot or the big prize will be changed according to the type of jackpot when the number of allowed winning balls per round is changed and the game state is normal The content may be any of the allowable number of winning balls per opening of the mouth and different from the content changed when the gaming state is in a probable change state. Specifically, for example, when the gaming state is a probable state, the number of rounds of the big hit game is changed according to the type of the big hit, and when the gaming state is the normal state, according to the type of the big hit, The allowable number of winning balls per opening of the big winning opening may be changed.

  The mission means an effect that is presented to the player and is a big hit when the mission is achieved. Specifically, for example, the time mission is a big hit if the presented mission (for example, “5” is displayed on the left symbol in the effect display device 9) is achieved within a predetermined time.

  As described above, according to this embodiment, different game values are given to the player according to the type of jackpot and the game state, so that the player's interest can be enhanced.

  The present invention includes a variable display device that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information that can be distinguished from each other and derives and displays a display result, and is advantageous for a player when a specific display result is derived and displayed on the variable display device. The present invention is applied to a gaming machine that shifts to a specific gaming state that gives a predetermined gaming value.

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the front. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a game control board (main board). It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a relay board | substrate, an effect control board | substrate, a lamp driver board | substrate, and an audio | voice output board | substrate. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the main process which the microcomputer for game control performs. It is a flowchart which shows a timer interruption process. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the relationship between the random number for jackpot determination which displays a 1st special symbol, and a jackpot determination value. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the relationship between the random number for jackpot determination which displays a 2nd special symbol, and a jackpot determination value. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a variable display pattern table. FIG. 38E illustrates an effect control command signal line. It is a timing chart showing the relationship between an 8-bit control signal and an INT signal constituting a control command. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st start port switch passage process. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st display result specific command transmission process. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st display result specific command transmission process. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st special symbol change process. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st special symbol stop process. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st big hit end process. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st small hit | end process. It is a flowchart which shows a 2nd special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows a 2nd special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows a 2nd special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a normal symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows a normal symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows the process during normal symbol fluctuation. It is a flowchart which shows a normal symbol stop process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the open pattern of the change time of a normal symbol, and a variable winning ball apparatus. It is a flowchart which shows a normal electric accessory release pre-process. It is a flowchart which shows a process during normal electric-power-object opening. It is explanatory drawing which shows the bit allocation example of the input port in the microcomputer for game control. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of the payout control signal. It is a block diagram which shows the signal line etc. which are used for transmission / reception of a payout control signal. It is a timing diagram which shows an example of how to output a payout control signal. It is explanatory drawing which shows the buffer used by switch processing. It is a flowchart which shows a switch process. It is a flowchart which shows a prize ball process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a prize ball number table. It is a flowchart which shows a prize ball number addition process. It is a flowchart which shows a prize ball control process. It is a flowchart which shows an abnormal winning notification process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the main process which the microcomputer for production control performs. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a command reception buffer. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control process processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a process table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a variation pattern command reception waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an effect design change start process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process during effect design change. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an effect design change stop process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a jackpot display process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process during a round. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a post-round process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a post-round process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a big hit end effect process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a small hit effect process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the display screen displayed on an effect display apparatus. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the alerting | reporting screen displayed on an effect display apparatus. It is a flowchart which shows alerting | reporting control processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the condition of the display effect in an effect display apparatus, and the sound effect by a speaker. In 2nd Embodiment, it is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the relationship between the random number for jackpot determination which displays a 1st special symbol, and a jackpot determination value. In 2nd Embodiment, it is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the relationship between the random number for jackpot determination which displays a 2nd special symbol, and the jackpot determination value. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of the presentation control command in 2nd Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the variable display pattern table in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the 1st special symbol normal process in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the 1st display result specific command transmission process in 2nd Embodiment. In 3rd Embodiment, it is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the relationship between the random number for jackpot determination which displays a 1st special symbol, and a jackpot determination value. In 3rd Embodiment, it is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the relationship between the random number for jackpot determination which displays a 2nd special symbol, and the jackpot determination value. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the variable display pattern table in 3rd Embodiment. In 4th Embodiment, it is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the relationship between the random number for jackpot determination which displays a 1st special symbol, and a jackpot determination value. In 4th Embodiment, it is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the relationship between the random number for jackpot determination which displays a 2nd special symbol, and the jackpot determination value. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the variable display pattern table in 4th Embodiment. In 5th Embodiment, it is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the relationship between the random number for jackpot determination which displays a 1st special symbol, and a jackpot determination value. In 5th Embodiment, it is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the relationship between the random number for jackpot determination which displays a 2nd special symbol, and the jackpot determination value. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the variable display pattern table in the normal time of 5th Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the variable display pattern table at the time of the probability change of 5th Embodiment.

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DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine 8a 1st special symbol display 8b 2nd special symbol display 9 Production display device 13 1st start winning opening 13a 1st starting opening switch 14 2nd starting winning opening 14a 2nd starting opening switch 15 Variable winning ball Device 20 Special variable winning ball device (first big prize opening)
31 Main board 56 CPU
100 effect control microcomputer 101 effect control CPU
560 Microcomputer for game control

Claims (7)

A variable display device that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information that can be distinguished from each other and derives and displays a display result, and a predetermined game that is advantageous to a player when a specific display result is derived and displayed on the variable display device A gaming machine that shifts to a specific gaming state that gives value,
As the predetermined game value, a first game value and a second game value that is more advantageous to the player than the first game value are provided,
The display state of the reach state during the variable display of the identification information is a display mode different from the first reach state display mode and the first reach state display mode, and is displayed via the first reach state display mode. The second reach state display mode is different from the first reach state display mode and the second reach state display mode, and the first reach state display mode and the second reach state display mode are different from each other. And a third reach state display mode displayed via
Display whether or not to shift to the specific gaming state, and whether to shift to the specific gaming state to which the first gaming value is given or the second gaming value to be given when shifting to the specific gaming state A pre-determining means for deciding before derivation display of the results;
A first variable display in which a variable display pattern not including the second reach state display mode and the third reach state display mode is set when it is determined not to shift to the specific gaming state by the pre-determining means. First variable display pattern determining means for determining a variable display pattern based on the pattern table;
The second reach state display mode is displayed without including the third reach state display mode when it is determined by the predetermining means to shift to the specific game state to which the first game value is given. Second variable display pattern determining means for determining a variable display pattern based on a second variable display pattern table in which a variable display pattern from which the specific display result is derived and displayed later is set;
A variable in which the specific display result is derived and displayed after the third reach state display mode is displayed when it is determined by the prior determination means to shift to the specific game state to which the second game value is given. Third variable display pattern determining means for determining a variable display pattern based on a third variable display pattern table in which the display pattern is set;
Based on the variable display pattern determined by the first variable display pattern determining means, the second variable display pattern determining means or the third variable display pattern determining means, the variable display of identification information is started, A gaming machine comprising: variable display control means for deriving and displaying a display result when a predetermined variable display time has elapsed. In the third variable display pattern table, after the first reach state display mode is displayed, the third reach state display mode is displayed without passing through the second reach state display mode, and then the specific display result is derived. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein a variable display pattern to be displayed is set. The first reach state display mode, the second reach state display mode, and the third reach state display mode are identification information at which the variable display is finally stopped among the plurality of pieces of identification information to be variably displayed in the variable display device. The gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the last stop identification information has different display modes. Game control means for controlling the progress of the game;
Effect control means for controlling the effect device including the variable display device based on the command transmitted by the game control means;
A specific variable winning device capable of changing from a state in which a game ball does not win in a specific gaming state to an advantageous state in which it is easy to win;
Winning detection means for detecting a game ball won in the specific variable winning device and outputting a detection signal;
The game control means includes
Winning determination means for determining whether or not the detection signal from the winning detection means is input;
Specific abnormality notification command transmission means for transmitting a specific abnormality notification command for instructing execution of abnormality notification based on the determination that the winning determination means has input the detection signal in a gaming state other than the specific gaming state And including
The production control means includes
The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 3, further comprising specific abnormality notification means for performing abnormality notification by a rendering device based on the specific abnormality notification command transmitted by the specific abnormality notification command transmission means. Game control means for controlling the progress of the game;
Effect control means for controlling the effect device including the variable display device based on the command transmitted by the game control means;
A variable winning device in which a starting area is formed and which can be in either a closed state in which no gaming ball wins a prize in the starting area or an open state in which a gaming ball can win in the starting area;
Detecting means for detecting a game ball won in the starting area and outputting a detection signal; and
The game control means includes
Variable winning device control means for executing an opening / closing operation for making the variable winning device open and then closing according to the establishment of the starting operation condition;
Open / close determining means for determining whether or not the variable winning device is performing the open / close operation;
Based on the detection of the winning of the game ball by the detecting means when it is determined by the opening / closing determining means that the variable winning device is not in the opening / closing operation, it is determined whether or not it is in an abnormal winning state. An abnormal winning determination means to perform,
An abnormality notification command transmission means for transmitting an abnormality notification command for instructing execution of abnormality notification when the abnormal winning determination means determines that the abnormal winning state is present,
The production control means includes
The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 4, further comprising abnormality notification means for performing abnormality notification by the effect device based on the abnormality notification command transmitted by the abnormality notification command transmission means. Game control means for controlling the progress of the game;
Effect control means for controlling the effect device including the variable display device based on the command transmitted by the game control means;
First variable display means for variably displaying the first identification information based on the winning of the game ball in the first start area provided in the game area and for deriving and displaying the display result;
Second variable display means for variably displaying the second identification information based on the winning of the game ball in the second start area provided in the game area and for deriving and displaying the display result;
The second starting area is formed, and may be in one of a closed state in which a game ball does not win in the second starting area and an open state in which a game ball can win in the second starting area. Possible variable winning device,
Detecting means for detecting a game ball won in the second starting area and outputting a detection signal;
The variable display device performs variable display of the third identification information associated with at least one variable display of the first identification information and the second identification information,
The game control means includes
Variable display command transmission means for transmitting a variable display command capable of specifying a variable display start and variable display time of the third identification information in the variable display device;
When a specific display result is derived and displayed on the first variable display means or the second variable display means, the player shifts to a specific gaming state that is advantageous to the player,
The variable display control means starts variable display of the third identification information in the variable display device based on an instruction from the game control means, and derives and displays a display result on the variable display device when the variable display time has elapsed. The game machine according to any one of claims 1 to 5. Game control means for controlling the progress of the game;
A specific variable winning device capable of changing from a state in which a game ball does not win in a specific gaming state to an advantageous state in which it is easy to win,
The game control means includes
First specific gaming state control means for shifting to the first specific gaming state in the specific gaming state when the specific display result is derived and displayed on the first variable display means;
Second specific gaming state control means for shifting to the second specific gaming state in the specific gaming state when the specific display result is derived and displayed on the second variable display means,
In each of the first specific game state and the second specific game state, the specific variable winning device is in an advantageous state by a first predetermined number of times or a second predetermined number of times that is different from the first predetermined number of times. Controlled by
The game control means includes
First advantageous state number selection means for selecting either the first predetermined number of times or the second predetermined number of times as the number of times the specific variable winning device in the first specific gaming state is shifted to the advantageous state;
Second advantageous state number selection means for selecting either the first predetermined number of times or the second predetermined number of times as the number of times of shifting the specific variable winning device in the second specific gaming state to the advantageous state; Including
The selection rate at which the first predetermined number of times is selected by the second advantageous state number selection unit is different from the selection rate at which the first predetermined number of times is selected by the first advantageous state number selection unit. Gaming machine.

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