JP2009022596A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To easily change a program when a condition for controlling a game machine is changed. <P>SOLUTION: The current game state of the game machine 100 is determined, and a numerical value (points) according to the determined game state is read from a game state digitization table 400. Then, the game state of the game machine 100 is converted into a numerical value by applying the read numerical value. When the points applied to the left area of a target area determining table 500 are larger than the points applied to the right area, it is determined that a game ball should be shot into the left area. When not, it is determined that a game ball should be shot into the right area. Accordingly, when apportioning of points in the game state digitization table 400 is changed, a condition for announcing the target area to shoot a game ball can be changed. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2009,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine, and is particularly suitable for use in a bullet ball gaming machine that performs control in accordance with the gaming state.

  Conventionally, there is a ball game machine that performs control according to the state of the game. Patent Document 1 states that in a ball game machine having a board configuration that makes it easy for a game ball to win a big winning opening when a right strike is made, before the special symbol stops with a combination of small hits, A bullet ball game machine that performs display control is disclosed. In this way, a large number of game balls can be awarded to the big prize opening at the time of a small hit.

JP 2004-290487 A

However, in the prior art, whether or not to execute a program having a number of conditional branches based on various information such as a flag state and a game ball detection signal from a sensor, and to perform control to display right-handed Had decided. Therefore, when changing the condition for performing the control for displaying the right-handed operation, it is necessary to change the conditional branch, which may require a large program change.
As described above, the conventional technique has a problem that it is difficult to easily change the program when the control conditions of the gaming machine are changed.

  The present invention has been made in view of such problems, and an object of the present invention is to make it possible to easily change a program when changing the control conditions of a gaming machine.

In order to achieve such an object, the invention according to claim 1 is characterized in that a game ball launching means for launching a game ball to a game area of a game board and a game ball launched into the game area win a prize opening. A payout means for paying out a game ball; a game state determination means for determining a game state performed by firing a game ball in the game area; and a game state determined by the game state determination means is converted into a numerical value. It has game state digitizing means and control means for controlling the gaming machine based on the numerical value converted by the game state digitizing means.
In such a configuration, the game state is converted into a numerical value, and the gaming machine is controlled based on the converted numerical value. Therefore, it is possible to change the conditions for controlling the gaming machine by adjusting the numerical value to be converted. Therefore, it becomes possible to change the control conditions of the gaming machine without significantly changing the conditional branch of the program.

The invention according to claim 2 further includes setting means for previously setting the game state, control content information related to the content controlled by the control means, and a numerical value in association with each other. The numerical value means reads the numerical value set in the setting means in association with the game state determined by the gaming state determination means, and the control means is read by the gaming state numerical value means The gaming machine is controlled in accordance with control content information set in the setting means in association with a numerical value.
In such a configuration, the numerical value set in the setting means in association with the game state is read, and the gaming machine is controlled in accordance with the control content information set in the setting means in association with the read numerical value. Therefore, the control conditions of the gaming machine can be changed by changing the setting contents in the setting means.

Further, in the invention according to claim 3, when there are a plurality of game states discriminated by the game state discriminating unit, the gaming state digitizing unit is configured to execute the game state digitizing unit for each of the plurality of game states. When the numerical value set in the setting means is read, and the control content information set in the setting means in association with the read numerical value is the same, the calculation based on the read numerical value is performed, and the control The means controls the gaming machine according to the control content information set in the setting means in association with the numerical value for which the calculation has been performed.
In such a configuration, a plurality of numerical values set in the setting means are read in association with a plurality of game states. When the control content information set in the setting means in association with the plurality of read numerical values is the same, an operation based on the plurality of numerical values is performed. When this calculation is performed, the gaming machine is controlled in accordance with the control content information set in the setting means in association with the calculated numerical value. Therefore, even if the game state is complicated, the control content of the gaming machine can be easily determined.

According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, when the control means has a plurality of control content information set in the setting means in association with the numerical value obtained by the gaming state digitizing means, Based on the numerical value obtained by the gaming state digitizing means, at least one of the plurality of control content information is selected, and the gaming machine is controlled according to the selected control content information.
In such a configuration, when a plurality of pieces of control content information are obtained as candidates for control contents of the gaming machine, the plurality of pieces of information are set based on the numerical values set in the setting means in association with the plurality of pieces of control content information. At least one of the control content information is selected, and the gaming machine is controlled according to the selected control content information. Therefore, it becomes possible to reflect the state of the game in the control of the gaming machine more easily and accurately.

According to a fifth aspect of the present invention, there is provided information relating to a game ball launch area in which the control means is a plurality of preset areas in the game area and the game ball launching means is to launch a game ball. And the control content information includes information related to a game ball launch area notified by the notification means.
In such a configuration, information related to a region where a game ball is to be launched is notified according to a numerical value reflecting the state of the game. Therefore, it is possible to change the condition for notifying the area where the game ball should be launched without significantly changing the conditional branch of the program.

  According to the present invention, the control conditions of the gaming machine can be changed by changing the setting contents in the setting means. Therefore, it becomes possible to change the control conditions of the gaming machine without significantly changing the conditional branch of the program.

Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. In the gaming machine of the present embodiment, a plurality of games corresponding to conventional (old rules) first-class pachinko machines are mixed. Specifically, the gaming machine of the present embodiment executes the first and second games corresponding to the conventional (old rule) first-class pachinko machine in parallel, and the first special game in the first game The exclusive control is executed so that the second special game in the second game is not executed at the same time.
In the following description, such a 1-type 1-type pachinko machine is taken as an example of a gaming machine, and an example of its configuration and operation will be described in detail.
(Game machine 100)
FIG. 1 is a front view showing an example of an external configuration of the gaming machine according to the present embodiment. As described above, the gaming machine 100 of the present embodiment has a configuration in which a plurality of features of a conventional first-class pachinko machine (in the old rules) are mixed.
In FIG. 1, a gaming machine (pachinko machine) 100 includes a gaming board (gauge board) that constitutes a gaming board surface, and a gaming machine frame that supports and fixes the gaming board.

  The game board includes a normal symbol operating gate 68, a normal electric accessory 65, a center decorative part 64, first and second special symbol display devices 70 and 71, an effect display device 60, a normal symbol display device 59, and a right-handed display. A lamp 95, an outer rail 54, an inner rail 56, and the like are provided as game parts. The inner rail 56 and the outer rail 54 are for guiding the launched game balls to the game area 52.

Further, the game board is formed with a general winning port 72, first to third start winning ports 62, 63, 67, first and second large winning ports 91, 92, and an out port 58. In the present embodiment, the game ball is awarded to the third start winning opening 67 only when the ordinary electric accessory 65 is opened.
Here, in the present embodiment, by launching a game ball in the game area on the right side as viewed from the player, the second big winning opening 92, the second and third starting winning openings 63, 67 are set. The game balls are arranged so that the game balls are easy to win (especially, the second big winning port 92 and the third start winning port 67 are made so that the game balls can easily win the game by making a right turn. Arranged to be). On the other hand, with respect to the first big winning opening 91 and the first finger introduction winning opening 62, the game ball is fired in the game area on the right side when the game ball is fired in the game area on the left side relative to the player. It is arranged so that the game ball is easier to win than when it is fired.

  In addition, the game board is provided with a plurality of nails, windmills and the like (not shown). The nail and the windmill are provided at predetermined positions in the game area 52. For example, the movement of the game ball that enters the game area 52 and moves from the top to the bottom in FIG. 72, winning the game ball to the first to third start winning holes 62, 63, 67 and the first and second big winning holes 91, 92, and passing the game ball to the normal symbol operating gate 68 To make adjustments.

  The first special symbol display device 70 is attached to the center decorative component 64 and includes, for example, a 7-segment LED that displays the first special symbol. Here, the first special symbol is whether or not to generate a “hit” according to the result of the lottery performed with the winning of the game ball at the first or third starting winning opening 62 or 67 as a trigger It is a design for showing.

  The center decorative component 64 is provided with a first special symbol holding lamp 20. The first special symbol holding lamp 20 includes, for example, four LEDs for displaying the number of winnings to the first and third starting winning ports 62 and 67 of the game ball. The four LEDs included in the first special symbol holding lamp 20 sequentially emit light whenever a game ball wins the first or third start winning opening 62, 67, and the first or third special symbol holding lamp 20 When the variable display starts, the lights are turned off sequentially. In other words, the player holds the current number of lottery results based on winning at the first and third start winning holes 62 and 67 of the game ball based on the number of light emission of the four LEDs included in the first special symbol holding lamp 20. To inform. Thus, in the present embodiment, the upper limit value of the number of lottery reservations based on winning to the first and third start winning ports 62 and 67 of the game ball is four. And when this number of reserves is four, when a game ball wins the 1st or 3rd starting winning opening 62, 67, without drawing based on the winning of the game ball, Only the number of winning balls corresponding to winning in the first or third start winning opening 62, 67 is performed.

  In the present embodiment, the 7-segment LED included in the first special symbol display device 70 is made to emit light based on the winning of the game ball to the first or third start winning opening 62, 67, and corresponds to “big hit”. The first special symbol “3”, “7” and the first special symbol “−” corresponding to “losing” are displayed in a variable manner, and then the first special symbol is displayed. One of them is stopped and displayed.

  Here, the time for variably displaying the first special symbol is determined before the first special symbol is variably displayed, and after the first special symbol is variably displayed for the predetermined time, it is described above. One of the first special symbols is stopped and displayed. Then, when the first special symbol corresponding to “big win” is stopped and displayed, the first operating condition is established, the first big winning opening 91 is opened, and the first special game is started. In the following description, the time during which the first special symbol is variably displayed is referred to as the first special symbol variation display time as necessary.

  Similarly to the first special symbol display device 70, the second special symbol display device 71 is also attached to the center ornament part 64 and includes, for example, a lamp that displays the second special symbol. Here, the second special symbol is a symbol for indicating whether or not to generate a “hit” according to the result of a lottery performed with the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning port 63 as a trigger. It is.

  The center decorative component 64 is provided with a second special symbol holding lamp 21. The first special symbol holding lamp 21 includes, for example, four LEDs that display the number of winnings to the second start winning opening 63 of the game ball. The four LEDs included in the second special symbol holding lamp 21 are sequentially lit whenever a game ball is won in the second start winning opening 63, and sequentially when the second special symbol variable display is started. Turns off. In other words, the number of light emitted from the four LEDs included in the second special symbol holding lamp 21 is used to notify the player of the current number of lottery reservations based on winning of the game ball to the second start winning opening 63. As described above, in this embodiment, the upper limit value of the number of reserving numbers of the lottery results based on winning of the game ball to the second start winning opening 63 is set to four. Then, when the number of holds is four and a game ball wins the second start winning opening 63, the second start win of the game ball is not performed without performing a lottery based on the winning of the game ball. Only the number of winning balls corresponding to winning in the mouth 63 is performed.

  In the present embodiment, the second special symbol display device 71 emits a lamp based on the winning of the game ball to the second start winning opening 63, and the second special symbol corresponding to “big hit” is displayed. A certain “O” and a second special symbol “X” corresponding to “losing” are alternately lit (variable display), and then the lighting of any of these second special symbols is continued (stopped) Display). In other words, “◯” indicating that it is stopped means “big hit”, and “×” indicating that it is stopped means “losing”.

  Here, the time for variably displaying the second special symbol is determined before the second special symbol is variably displayed in the same manner as the first special symbol, and the second special symbol is displayed for a predetermined time. Is variably displayed, and one of the second special symbols described above is stopped and displayed. Then, when the second special symbol corresponding to “big hit” is stopped and displayed, the second operating condition is established, the second big winning opening 92 is opened, and the second special game is started. In the following description, the time during which the second special symbol is variably displayed is referred to as a second special symbol variation display time as necessary.

As described above, in the present embodiment, when the first game performed using the first special symbol and the second game performed using the second special symbol are performed in parallel, Thus, the first special game and the second special game are not executed simultaneously.
That is, when the game shifts to the second special game while the first special symbol is variably displayed, the measurement of the first special symbol variation display time is interrupted. Thereafter, when the second special game ends, measurement of the first special symbol variation display time is resumed, and the first special symbol is variably displayed until the predetermined first special symbol variation display time elapses. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the first special symbol from being stopped and displayed while the second special game is being executed, and to prevent the first special game from being executed.

  Similarly, if the game shifts to the first special game while the second special symbol is variably displayed, the measurement of the second special symbol variation display time is interrupted, and then the first special game is displayed. When completed, the measurement of the second special symbol variation display time is resumed and the second special symbol is variably displayed. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the second special symbol from being stopped and displayed while the first special game is being executed, and to prevent the second special game from being executed.

The effect display device 60 is provided at substantially the center position of the game area 52 so as to be easily recognized by the player, and includes, for example, a liquid crystal display for displaying effect images such as decorative symbols.
On the display screen of the effect display device 60, a first display area 194 corresponding to the first game and a second display area 195 corresponding to the second game are set. In the first display area 194, an effect image including the first decorative symbol interlocked with the first special symbol is displayed. On the other hand, in the second display area 195, an effect image including the second decorative symbol interlocked with the second special symbol is displayed.
The first decorative symbol is a symbol for visually producing a lottery result display indicated by the first special symbol, and corresponds to the first game. The second decorative symbol is a symbol for visually producing a lottery result display indicated by the second special symbol, and corresponds to the second game.

  In the present embodiment, in the first and second display areas 194 and 195, the three symbols displayed in a horizontal row are displayed as the first and second decorative symbols. More specifically, as decorative symbols, for example, “0” to “9” and “A” to “F” are “0”, “1”, “2”, “3”, “4”, “ 1 in the order of “5”, “6”, “7”, “8”, “9”, “A”, “B”, “C”, “D”, “E”, “F” After variably displaying from the bottom to the bottom, any one of “0” to “9” and “A” to “F” is stopped and displayed. And when the combination of a specific decorative design stops and displays in the 1st or 2nd display area 194,195, it is set as "big hit". On the other hand, if the combination of decorative symbols stopped and displayed in the first or second display areas 194 and 195 does not correspond to any of the specific decorative symbol combinations, it is “lost”.

In the present embodiment, the meanings of the first special symbol stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 70 and the decorative symbol stopped and displayed on the first display area 194 are made to coincide. ing. Similarly, the contents of the second special symbol stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 71 and the decorative symbol stopped and displayed on the second display area 195 are made to coincide with each other. For example, if the special symbol that is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 70 indicates “big jackpot”, the decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed on the first display area 194 also indicates “big jackpot”. (That is, a combination of the specific decorative symbols).
As described above, in the present embodiment, the special symbol and the decorative symbol are displayed in conjunction with each other so that no contradiction occurs when the game result is displayed.

  In addition, the effect display device 60 displays not only the decorative design but also an accompanying image such as a background image that is the background of the decorative design and a character image for giving the player a sense of expectation of jackpot. . As the accompanying image, one or both of a still image and a moving image (for example, when a character image fluctuates in a stationary background image) can be displayed. Specifically, the effect display device 60 variably displays decorative symbols (three symbols displayed in a horizontal row) and displays accompanying images such as background images and character images (in some cases, both). After that, out of the three symbols that are variably displayed, the two symbols on the left and right are stopped and displayed as the same symbol to form a so-called reach state, and the display is switched to the accompanying image prepared for the reach state, After giving the player a sense of expectation for “big hit”, the remaining middle symbol that is changing is stopped and displayed. In this way, the effect display device 60 performs various displays (effects) so that the player can have a sense of expectation for “big hit”.

  Furthermore, according to the game state in the gaming machine 100, is it advantageous for the effect display device 60 of the present embodiment to launch a game ball in the right side of the game area 52 as viewed from the player? Or, it is displayed as an accompanying image whether it is advantageous to fire a game ball in the left region.

  Since the first and second special symbols do not necessarily have a role to play, in the present embodiment, the first and second special symbols are inconspicuous in the first and second special symbol display devices 70 and 71. The first and second special symbols are displayed. However, this is not always necessary. For example, when adopting a technique in which a special symbol itself has an effect role and does not display a decorative symbol, the special symbol may be displayed on the effect display device 60.

  A normal electric accessory 65 is provided on the right side of the effect display device 60. When the ordinary electric accessory 65 is opened, a game ball can be won in the third start winning port 67. The ordinary electric accessory 65 is provided immediately below the cup-type second start winning opening 63. When the ordinary electric accessory 65 is closed, the entrance is shielded by the second start winning opening 63. Therefore, when the ordinary electric accessory 65 is closed, the game ball does not enter the ordinary electric accessory 65. Only when the ordinary electric accessory 65 is in the open state, the game ball enters the ordinary electric accessory 65 (that is, wins the third start winning port 67).

The normal symbol operation gate 68 is provided on the upper right side of the effect display device 60. For example, the normal symbol operation gate 68 is configured to allow the game ball to pass through the normal symbol operation gate 68 from top to bottom. .
The normal symbol display device 59 is attached to the center decorative part 64 and includes, for example, a 7-segment LED for displaying a normal symbol. Here, the normal symbol is a symbol for indicating whether or not to release the ordinary electric accessory 65 in accordance with the result of the lottery performed when the game ball passes through the normal symbol operating gate 68.
Further, the center decoration component 64 is provided with a normal symbol holding lamp 22. The normal symbol holding lamp 22 includes, for example, four LEDs that display the number of passing game balls to the normal symbol operating gate 68.

  The normal symbol display device 59 illuminates the 7-segment LED based on the passage of the game ball to the normal symbol operation gate 68 and displays, for example, “7” and “−” alternately and variably as the normal symbols. Either “7” or “−” is stopped and displayed. Then, when “7” is stopped and displayed, “winning” is set, and the ordinary electric accessory 65 is opened. On the other hand, when “−” is stopped and displayed, it is “lost” and the ordinary electric accessory 65 is not opened.

  The normal symbol holding lamp 22 sequentially emits four LEDs each time the game ball passes through the normal symbol operating gate 68, and is sequentially turned off when starting the normal symbol variation display. That is, the normal symbol holding lamp 22 notifies the player of the number of passages of the normal symbol operating gate 68 by the number of light emission of the four LEDs.

The first big winning opening 91 is formed below the first starting winning opening 62. In the first special winning opening 91, the first special symbol and the first decorative symbol become a symbol corresponding to “big hit”, and when the game shifts to the first special game, it is opened for about 30 seconds and the unit game is played. Execute. In the present embodiment, 15 unit games are executed in the first special game.
The second big winning opening 92 is formed below the ordinary electric accessory 65 (third starting winning opening 67). The second special winning opening 92 has a symbol corresponding to the “big hit” in the second special symbol and the second decorative symbol, and is opened for about 30 seconds when the second special game is entered, and the unit game is played. Execute. In the present embodiment, in the second special game, 15 unit games are executed as in the first special game.

  Further, in the present embodiment, in addition to the case of “big hit”, the game shifts to a special game also in the case of so-called “sudden probability change” or “suddenly short time”. In the case of shifting to this special game, the first or second big prize opening 91, 92 is opened and two unit games are performed. In the following description, the special game that is performed when the first big winning opening 91 is opened in the case of “suddenly probable change” or “suddenly short time” is referred to as the third special game, and the second big game. A special game performed when the winning opening 92 is opened is referred to as a fourth special game.

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment, even when “small hit” is made, the first or second big prize winning openings 91 and 92 are opened. However, in the case of “small hit”, it is not handled that the special game is executed, but is handled that the first or second big prize winning openings 91 and 92 are opened during the normal game or in a short time. Further, in the present embodiment, the opening / closing operation of the first or second big winning opening 91, 92 when “small hit” is made, and the first or second big winning opening 91 in the third and fourth special games. , 92 is the same as the opening / closing operation.

  A specific example of the opening / closing operation of the first or second special winning openings 91 and 92 will be described. After “small hit”, the first or second special winning openings 91 and 92 are opened for 0.5 seconds. The first or second special winning openings 91 and 92 are closed, and the state is maintained for 0.1 second. Thereafter, the first or second special prize winning ports 91 and 92 are opened again for 0.5 seconds, and then the first or second special prize winning ports 91 and 92 are closed.

  On the other hand, when “sudden probability change” or “sudden time reduction” occurs and the game proceeds to the third or fourth special game, the first or second special winning openings 91 and 92 are opened for 0.5 seconds, and then the first or The second big prize winning openings 91 and 92 are closed and the first unit game is performed. And after maintaining the state which closed the 1st or 2nd big winning opening 91, 92 for 0.1 second, after opening the 1st or 2nd big winning opening 91, 92 again for 0.5 second, The first or second big prize opening 91, 92 is closed, and the second unit game is performed.

In the present embodiment, as described above, in addition to preventing the first special game and the second special game from being executed simultaneously, the first and second special games, the third and fourth, The special game and the game based on “small hit” are not executed at the same time.
That is, if the “special hit” is made while the first special symbol is variably displayed, or if the game shifts to the third or fourth special game, the first special symbol variation display time is measured. Interrupt. Thereafter, when the game based on “small hit” and the third and fourth special games are finished, the measurement of the first special symbol variation display time is resumed, and the predetermined first special symbol variation display time elapses. The first special symbol is variably displayed until.

  Similarly, if the “special hit” is made while the second special symbol is variably displayed, or if the game shifts to the third or fourth special game, the second special symbol variation display time is measured. Interrupt. Thereafter, when the game based on “small hit” and the third and fourth special games are finished, the measurement of the second special symbol variation display time is resumed, and the predetermined second special symbol variation display time elapses. The second special symbol is variably displayed until.

  A right-handed indicator lamp 95 is provided on the right side of the first big winning opening 91. The right-handed indicator lamp 95 is an LED that is turned on when it is advantageous to fire a game ball in the right area of the game area 52 as viewed from the player, depending on the game state in the gaming machine 100. I have. The center decorative component 64 is a molded product including a translucent part, and is provided around the effect display device 60. The center decoration part 64 plays a role of protecting the effect display device 60 or decorating the gaming machine 100.

The general winning opening 72 is provided in the lower left part of the game area 52. When a gaming ball wins the general winning opening 72, a predetermined number of gaming balls are paid out.
In addition, an electrical decoration component 90 such as a game effect lamp that is turned on according to the state of the game is provided at the peripheral portion of the game area 52.
The out port 58 is provided at the lowermost part of the game area 52, and the first to third start winning ports 62, 63, 67, the general winning port 72, and the first to second big winning ports 91, 92. The game balls that did not win any of the above are collected. The collected game balls are released to the outside of the gaming machine 100.

The gaming machine frame includes an outer frame 11, a front frame 12, a transparent plate 13, a door 14, and a ball tray unit 97.
The outer frame 11 has an opening and is a frame for fixing the gaming machine 100 to a position where it should be installed. The front frame 12 is a frame body that is aligned with the opening portion of the outer frame 11, and is attached to the outer frame 11 so as to be freely opened and closed by a hinge mechanism or the like.

The front frame 12 includes a mechanism for launching a game ball, a mechanism for detachably storing a game board, a mechanism for guiding or collecting the game ball, and the like.
The transparent plate 13 is for protecting the game board and is, for example, a transparent glass plate. The player plays the game through the transparent plate 13 while seeing through the game area 52 of the game board.
The door 14 is for supporting the transparent plate 13, and is attached to the front frame 12 so as to be openable and closable by a hinge mechanism or the like.

The ball tray unit 97 is provided below the front frame 12, and includes an upper ball tray 15 and a lower ball tray 16 that store a certain amount of game balls (rental balls and prize balls), a mechanism for storing game balls, A mechanism for sending out a game ball to a mechanism for launching a game ball, a ball removal mechanism for extracting a stored game ball into a ball storage box (so-called dollar box), a launch handle 17, an operation switch 82, and a speaker 18 etc.
The operation switch 82 is, for example, for the player to perform an operation based on the effect image displayed on the effect display device 60.
The launch handle 17 is operated by the player when launching the game ball toward the game area 52. When the player rotates the launch handle 17, the game ball is guided toward the game area 52 by being guided by the inner rail 56 and the outer rail 54 at a speed corresponding to the rotation angle.
The speaker 18 reproduces and outputs sound information such as sound effects as effects.

(Outline of specified games)
Here, an outline of the prescribed game in the gaming machine 100 will be described.
First, when the rented game ball (rental ball) is placed on the upper ball tray 15, when the player turns the launch handle 17 in the clockwise direction toward FIG. 1, the game ball is played by the game. Fired towards area 52. The game ball that has entered the game area 52 collides with a nail, a windmill, or the like formed in the game area 52, and moves in the game area 52 from top to bottom while moving irregularly.

  When the game ball wins the first start winning opening 62, a predetermined number of prize balls (four prize balls in this embodiment) are paid out to the upper ball tray 15 or the lower ball tray 16, and the first The first special symbol displayed on the special symbol display device 70 and the first decorative symbol displayed on the first display area 194 of the effect display device 60 start variable display. Thereafter, when a predetermined special symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 70, and a combination of predetermined decorative symbols (for example, the same decorative symbol) is stopped and displayed on the first display area 194 of the effect display device 60, It becomes a “hit” and the game shifts from the normal game to the first special game.

  In the first special game, the first big winning opening 91 is opened. Each time a game ball wins the opened first big winning opening 91, a predetermined number of winning balls (15 winning balls in this embodiment) are paid out. In the present embodiment, either the first big winning opening 91 is opened for about 30 seconds or a specific number (for example, 10) of game balls wins the first big winning opening 91. Then, the first big winning opening 91 is closed. In this embodiment, such a unit game is played 15 times.

When the game ball wins the second start winning opening 62, a predetermined number of prize balls (four prize balls in the present embodiment) are paid out to the upper ball tray 15 or the lower ball tray 16, and the second The second special symbol displayed on the special symbol display device 71 and the second decorative symbol displayed on the second display area 195 of the effect display device 60 start variable display. Thereafter, when a predetermined special symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 71 and a combination of predetermined decorative symbols (for example, the same decorative symbol) is stopped and displayed on the second display area 195 of the effect display device 60, It becomes a “hit” and the game shifts from the normal game to the second special game. In the second special game, the second special winning opening 92 is opened and closed in the same manner as the first special game.
As described above, when the first special game or the second special game is executed, a large amount of prize balls are paid out in a short period of time, and a great merit can be given to the player.

  In addition, as described above, while the first special symbol (second special symbol) is variably displayed, the process proceeds to the second special game (first special symbol) and the second operating condition ( When the first operating condition is established, measurement of the first special symbol variation display time (second special symbol variation display time) is interrupted. Thereby, it is possible to prevent the first special game (second special game) from being executed while the second special game (first special game) is being executed. When the second operating condition (first operating condition) is canceled, the measurement of the first special symbol variation display time (second special symbol variation display time) is resumed, and the first special symbol variation display is performed. The remaining time of the time (second special symbol variation display time) and the first special symbol (second special symbol) are variably displayed and then stopped.

  When the game ball passes through the normal symbol operation gate 68, the normal symbol display device 59 (7-segment LED) starts to display the normal symbol variation display. Thereafter, when a predetermined normal symbol (“7” in the present embodiment) is stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display device 59, the normal electric accessory 65 performs an opening / closing operation. When the ordinary electric accessory 65 is released, the game ball can win a prize at the third start winning opening 67.

By the way, in this embodiment, after execution of the first and second special games described above, the mode is shifted to one of the “probability change mode” and the “time reduction mode”.
Here, the “probability change mode” is a mode in which a state in which the probability of becoming a “big hit” is higher than that in the “normal mode” is formed. Further, in this “probability change mode”, until the next first or second special game starts, the operation of the ordinary electric accessory 65 is different from that in the “normal mode”, and the third start winning prize is obtained. A state in which a game ball can easily win a prize is formed in the mouth 67. Here, the “normal mode” refers to a normal game state that is neither the “probability change mode” nor the “time reduction mode”.

On the other hand, the “short-time mode” is a third mode in which the operation of the ordinary electric accessory 65 is different from that in the “normal mode” until a predetermined number of games (for example, 100 times) related to special symbol variation is executed. Is a mode in which a state in which a game ball is likely to win a prize is formed in the start winning opening 67 and the game mode is returned to the “normal mode” when the predetermined number of games are executed.
In these “probability change mode” and “time reduction mode”, the change display time of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is made shorter than that in the “normal mode”.

  As described above, in the case of shifting to the “probability change mode”, it is possible to prevent the holding ball from being reduced as much as possible until the next first or second special game is started. Further, even when the mode is shifted to the “short time mode”, it is possible to prevent the holding ball from being reduced as much as possible for a while.

Further, as described above, in the present embodiment, the mode is suddenly shifted to the “probability change mode” or the “short time mode” other than after the first or second special game is executed. More specifically, first, a sudden transition is made to the “probability change mode” during the “normal mode” or the “short time mode”. In the present embodiment, such a game form is referred to as “sudden probability change”. In this embodiment, the “sudden probability change” may occur during the “probability change mode”.
In addition, during the “normal mode” and the “probability change mode”, the mode is suddenly shifted to the “short time mode”. In the present embodiment, such a game form is referred to as “sudden shortening”. In the present embodiment, the “sudden time reduction” may occur during the “time reduction mode”.
As described above, when “sudden probability change” or “sudden time reduction” occurs, the third or fourth special game is executed, and then the game in “probability change mode” or “time reduction mode” is performed. To.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the “big hit” is made in the “probability change mode” and the “short time mode” and the game shifts to the first or second special game, the first or second special game is executed. The operation of the ordinary electric accessory 65 when the vehicle is in operation is returned to the operation in the “normal mode”. That is, during the execution of the first or second special game, the state in which the game ball is likely to win the third start winning hole 67 is released.

  On the other hand, when the “sudden probability change” or “sudden time reduction” is entered in the “probability change mode” and “time reduction mode” and the game shifts to the third or fourth special game, the third or fourth special game is executed. The operation of the ordinary electric accessory 65 during the operation is not returned to the operation in the “normal mode”. That is, the state in which the game ball is likely to win the third start winning hole 67 is continued even during execution of the third or fourth special game.

In addition, as described above, in the present embodiment, the first or second big prize winning openings 91 and 92 operate in the same manner as the third and fourth special games even when “small hit” is made.
Further, as described above, in the present embodiment, the first and second special games, the third and fourth special games, and the first and second special games are displayed by temporarily interrupting the variable display of the first and second special symbols. The game based on “small hit” is not executed at the same time.

  In the present embodiment, when the “big hit” is made, the first or second big prize winning ports 91 and 92 operate after the player is informed that the “big hit” is made by a special symbol or a decorative symbol. When “Sudden probability change”, “Suddenly short time”, and “Small hit” are reached, the first or second big prize winning ports 91 and 92 operate without notifying them by a special symbol or a decorative symbol. I am doing so. However, even when “suddenly probable”, “sudden time reduction”, and “small hit” are reached, this may be notified by a special symbol or a decorative symbol.

  When the game ball wins the general winning opening 72, a predetermined number of prize balls (four prize balls in the present embodiment) are paid out to the upper ball tray 15 or the lower ball tray 16. In addition, when the game ball has not won any winning opening, the gaming ball flows into the out opening 58.

(System configuration)
Next, a system configuration such as an internal configuration of the gaming machine 100 will be described. FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating an example of a system configuration of the gaming machine 100.
Inside the housing of the gaming machine 100, there are a main control board 201, a sub control board 202 connected to the main control board 201, a winning hole board 203, an LED drive board 204, a launch control board 205, a payout control board 206, A power receiving board 207, an electric decoration board 208, and the like are provided.

(Main control board 201)
The main control board 201 is provided with a main CPU 201a, ROM 201b, RAM 201c, and interface circuit (I / F circuit) 201d, which are connected to each other via a bus 201e.

  The main CPU 201a reads (fetches), interprets (decodes), and executes instructions constituting the program. And main CPU201a reads the program, data, etc. which are memorize | stored in ROM201b, and controls the whole gaming machine 100 based on these.

  The ROM 201b stores programs, data, and the like necessary for the main CPU 201a to perform processing shown in FIGS. 7 to 12 described later and other game controls. The RAM 201c is used as a work area when the main CPU 201a performs various controls, and temporarily stores data and the like.

  The I / F circuit 201d transmits and receives signals performed between the main control board 201, the sub control board 202, the winning hole board 203, the LED drive board 204, the launch control board 205, and the payout control board 206. Control the timing. However, between the main control board 201 and the sub control board 202, transmission of signals from the main control board 201 to the sub control board 202 is performed, but transmission of signals from the sub control board 202 to the main control board 201 is not performed. Not done. That is, only one-way transmission is possible.

  In addition, the I / F circuit 201 d receives supply of predetermined power via the power receiving board 207 from the power supply device 209 disposed inside the housing of the gaming machine 100. With this power, the main control board 201 can perform various processes described later.

(Sub control board 202)
The sub control board 202 is provided with a sub CPU 202a, ROM 202b, RAM 202c, image control processor 202d, image data ROM 202e, video RAM 202f, tone generator circuit 202g, amplifier 202h, and interface circuit (I / F circuit) 202i. The sub CPU 202a, ROM 202b, RAM 202c, image control processor 202d, tone generator circuit 202g, and I / F circuit 202i are connected to each other via a bus 202j. The image data ROM 202e and the video RAM 202f are connected to the image control processor 202d, and the amplifier 202h is connected to the sound source circuit 202g. Furthermore, a power receiving board 207, an electrical decoration board 208, and an operation switch 82 are connected to the I / F circuit 202i.

  The sub CPU 202a reads (fetches), interprets (decodes), and executes instructions constituting the program. Then, the sub CPU 202a reads a program, data, and the like stored in the ROM 202b, and controls the entire sub control board 202, in particular, controls the effects for the player.

  The ROM 202b stores programs and various data necessary for the sub CPU 202a to execute processing shown in FIG. 13 described later and other effects during the game. The RAM 202c is used as a work area when the sub CPU 202a performs various controls, and temporarily stores data and the like.

  The ROM 202b and the RAM 202c may be the same as the ROM 201b and the RAM 201c provided on the main control board 201, respectively, but it is preferable to use one having a larger capacity than these.

  The I / F circuit 202 i performs timing control and the like when receiving a signal from the main control board 201. The I / F circuit 202i detects the operation of the operation switch 82, and transmits a detection signal to the sub CPU 202a. Thereby, the sub CPU 202a can recognize the operation content of the operation switch 82 and the like.

  The effect display device 60 includes a liquid crystal display, and is connected to the image control processor 202d. The image data ROM 202e stores image data such as characters, characters, and backgrounds displayed on the effect display device 60.

  The video RAM 202f is a memory used when the image control processor 202d creates an image to be displayed on the effect display device 60. The image data read from the image data ROM 202e is expanded in the video RAM 202f, and an image based on the expanded image data is displayed on the effect display device 60. In addition, instead of the liquid crystal display, the effect display device 60 may be configured using, for example, a plasma display.

  The sound source circuit 202g is for generating an audio signal corresponding to the game effect, and is connected to the amplifier 202h. The sound based on the sound signal generated by the sound source circuit 202g is amplified by the amplifier 202h and output from the speaker 18.

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment, as the peripheral device for performance, in addition to the speaker 18, an electrical decoration component 90 that is turned on or off according to the state of the game is provided. For example, as the illumination component 90, an illumination component (LED) that is turned on when a reach state is formed, an illumination component (LED) that is turned on during execution of a special game, or an illumination component that is turned on during a prize ball ( LED) and the like.

  These effect peripheral devices are peripheral devices that are not directly related to the game, and output the effects during the game, and are controlled only by the sub-control board 202 and not by the main control board 201. .

  Further, as described above, a signal is transmitted from the main control board 201 to the sub control board 202, but a signal is not transmitted from the sub control board 202 to the main control board 201. In addition, the I / F circuit 202 i is supplied with predetermined power via the power receiving board 207 from the power supply device 209 arranged inside the housing of the gaming machine 100. With this electric power, the sub-control board 202 can perform various processes described later.

(Electric board 208)
The above-mentioned electric decoration component 90 is connected to the electric decoration board 208, and the electric power supplied from the power supply device 209 arranged inside the housing of the gaming machine 100 is output to the electric decoration component. Thereby, the electrical decoration component 90 performs lighting or light extinction.

(Prize opening board 203)
The winning opening board 203 has first to third starting winning opening switches 74, 75, 77 for detecting the winning of game balls to the first to third starting winning openings 62, 63, 67, and normal symbol operation. A normal symbol operation gate switch 69 for detecting the passage of the game ball to the gate 68, a general winning port switch 73 for detecting the winning of the game ball to the general winning port 72, first and second big winning ports 91, First and second big prize opening switches 78 and 79 for detecting a winning of a game ball to 92 are connected.

  The winning hole opening board 203 includes these first to third start winning opening switches 74, 75, 77, a normal symbol operation gate switch 69, a general winning opening switch 73, and first and second large winning opening switches 78, 79. Based on the signal transmitted from, a region through which the game ball has passed is identified, and a game ball passage signal indicating the identified result is transmitted to the main control board 201.

  Further, the winning opening board 203 has a normal electric accessory solenoid 76 for operating the ordinary electric accessory 65 and first and second opening for opening the first and second big winning openings 91 and 92. Large winning opening solenoids 80 and 81 are connected.

  When receiving the normal electric accessory release instruction signal from the main control board 201, the winning opening board 203 outputs a current for driving the normal electric accessory 65 to the normal electric accessory solenoid 76. Thereby, the ordinary electric accessory 65 performs an opening / closing operation.

  Further, when the first and second big prize opening opening instruction signals are input from the main control board 201, the winning prize opening board 203 generates a current for opening the first and second big prize opening 91 and 92, Output to the first and second big prize solenoids 80 and 81. As a result, the first and second special winning openings 91 and 92 are opened. On the other hand, when the first and second special winning opening closing instruction signals are input from the main control board 201, the output of the current for opening the first and second special winning openings 91 and 92 is stopped. As a result, the first and second special winning openings 91 and 92 are closed.

(LED drive board 204)
The LED drive board 204 is connected to the first and second special symbol display devices 70 and 71, the normal symbol display device 59, the first and second special symbol hold lamps 20 and 21, and the normal symbol hold lamp 22. ing.
When the LED driving board 204 receives the first and second special symbol display instruction signals from the main control board 201, the first and second special symbol display instruction signals are input based on the first and second special symbol display instruction signals. The light emission of the LED in the symbol display devices 70 and 71 and the first and second special symbol holding lamps 20 and 21 is controlled. In addition, when an ordinary symbol display instruction signal is input from the main control board 201, the LED drive substrate 204 controls the light emission of the LEDs in the ordinary symbol display device 59 and the ordinary symbol holding lamp 22 based on the ordinary symbol display instruction signal. To do.

(Launch control board 205)
The launch control board 205 is connected to a launch handle 17 for launching a game ball into the game area 52. The launch control board 205 detects that the launch handle 17 has been operated by the player, and transmits a launch operation detection signal indicating the detected result to the main control board 201. As a result, the main control board 201 recognizes that the firing handle 17 has been operated.

  The main control board 201 transmits a launch permission signal to the launch control board 205 when the game balls are not stored in the upper ball tray 15 and the lower ball tray 16 in a certain amount or more. Then, the launch control board 205 controls the launch handle 17 so that the game ball is launched toward the game area 52.

  On the other hand, when a certain amount or more of the game balls are stored in the upper ball tray 15 and the lower ball tray 16, the main control board 201 transmits a launch non-permission signal to the launch control board 205. Thereby, the launch control board 205 controls the launch handle 17 so that the game ball is not launched toward the game area 52.

(Discharge control board 206)
When the payout control board 206 receives the prize ball number signal transmitted from the main control board 201, the number of prize balls (game balls) corresponding to the prize ball number signal is transferred to the upper ball dish 15 or the lower ball dish 16. The payout device 218 disposed inside the gaming machine 100 is controlled so as to be paid out. Thereby, the payout device 218 pays out a winning ball (game ball) corresponding to the winning.

  Note that the winning a prize board 203, the LED driving board 204, the launch control board 205, and the payout control board 206 operate based on the power supplied from the power supply device 209 via the power receiving board 207.

(Power receiving board 207)
When the power switch 219 disposed inside the gaming machine 100 is turned on, the power receiving board 207 is supplied with power from the power supply device 209, and the power is supplied to the main control board 201 and the sub-control as described above. It distributes to the board | substrate 202, the winning hole board | substrate 203, the LED drive board | substrate 204, the discharge control board 205, the payout control board 206, and the electrical decoration board | substrate 208. FIG.

  Next, a functional configuration of the main control board 201 will be described. FIG. 3 is a functional block diagram illustrating an example of a functional configuration of the main control board 201.

(Winning determination unit 301)
The winning determination unit 301 determines which region the game ball has passed based on the game ball passing signal transmitted from the winning hole board 203. More specifically, the winning determination unit 301 determines that the game ball is based on the game ball passing signal, the first to third start winning ports 62, 63, 67, the normal symbol operating gate 68, and the general winning port 72. And which one of the first to second prize winning openings 91 and 92 is passed.
The winning determination unit 301 is realized by using the main CPU 201a and the ROM 201b provided on the main control board 201.

(Payout instruction unit 303)
The payout instruction unit 303 transmits a prize ball number signal indicating the number of prize balls to the payout control board 206 based on the result determined by the winning determination unit 301. More specifically, in this embodiment, when the game ball has passed through the first to third start winning ports 62, 63, 67 (the game ball has passed the first to third start winning ports 62, 63). When the winning determination unit 301 determines that the winning ball number is “4”, the payout instructing unit 303 transmits a prize ball number signal indicating that the number of winning balls is “4” to the payout control board 206.

When the winning determination unit 301 determines that the game ball has won the general winning opening 72, the payout instructing unit 303 sends a prize ball number signal indicating that the number of winning balls is “4” to the payout control board 206. Send. Further, when the winning determination unit 301 determines that the game ball has won the first and second big winning openings 91 and 92, the payout instructing unit 303 indicates that the number of winning balls is “15”. A number signal is transmitted to the payout control board 206.
Thereby, the payout control board 206 controls the payout device 218 so that payout according to the number of prize balls indicated in the prize ball number signal is made.

The payout instruction unit 303 is realized by using the main CPU 201a and the ROM 201b provided on the main control board 201. The number of prize balls is not limited to that described above.
In this embodiment, the number of prize balls when the game ball wins the first to third start winning holes 62, 63, 67 is the same, but the first to third start winning holes 62 are the same. , 63, 67, the number of award balls may be varied to improve the game preference. Similarly, the number of winning balls when winning in the first and second big winning openings 91 and 92 may be varied.

(First and second special symbol lottery sections 304a and 304b)
When the winning determination unit 301 determines that the first and second special symbol lottery units 304a and 304b have won the game balls into the first, third, and second start winning ports 62, 67, and 63, for example, Random numbers in the range from “0” to “65535”, that is, whether or not the first and second special symbols are correct, whether or not sudden probability change is true, whether or not suddenly is short and short, and whether or not small hits are correct (in the following explanation, This random number is generated and obtained) (referred to as a random number relating to the success or failure of the first and second special symbols). Furthermore, the first and second special symbol lottery units 304a and 304b obtain two types of random numbers in the range from “0” to “255”, for example, simultaneously with the acquisition of random numbers related to whether or not the first and second special symbols are correct. That is, the random numbers for determining the first and second special symbols and the random numbers for determining the first and second special symbol variation patterns are generated and acquired. Hereinafter, three random numbers including a random number relating to the success or failure of the first and second special symbols, a random number for determining the first and second special symbols, and a random number for determining the special symbol variation pattern are referred to as a “one set of random numbers”. Called. If the first and second special symbol lottery units 304a and 304b do not store any "one set of random numbers" in the first and second random number storage areas in the RAM 202c, for example, The acquired “one set of random numbers” is output to the first and second winning determination units 305a and 305b.

On the other hand, when “one set of random numbers” is stored in the random number storage area, the first and second special symbol lottery units 304a and 304b use the obtained “one set of random numbers” as the first, Store in the second random number storage area. In the present embodiment, up to four (a total of eight) “one set of random numbers” acquired by the first and second special symbol lottery units 304a and 304b in the first and second random number storage areas. They can be stored, and the storage order of the “one set of random numbers” can be identified. Then, the first and second special symbol lottery units 304a and 304b output the “one set of random numbers” stored in the first and second random number storage areas to the winning determination unit 305, The outputted “one set of random numbers” is deleted from the first and second random number storage areas.
The first and second special symbol lottery units 304a and 304b are realized by using the main CPU 201a, the ROM 201b, and the RAM 202c provided on the main control board 201.

(First and second winning determination units 305a and 305b)
The first and second winning determination units 305a and 305b determine whether or not the first and second special symbols out of the “one set of random numbers” output by the first and second special symbol lottery units 304a and 304b. Based on the value of the random number related to, the lottery results by the first and second special symbol lottery units 304a and 304b are “big hit”, “sudden probability change”, “suddenly short time”, “small hit”, and “lost” Which of the following is true is determined. Subsequently, if the first and second winning determination units 305a and 305b correspond to “big hit”, the random number value for determining the first and second special symbols in the “one set of random numbers” is determined. Is based on whether it belongs to a winning area indicating transition to “probability change mode” or a winning area indicating transition to “short-time mode”, and after executing a special game, “probability change mode” and “ It is determined which mode (game state) of the “time reduction mode” is to be entered.

  The first and second winning determination units 305a and 305b turn on the first and second bonus flags stored in the flag storage unit 302 when the “hit” is true. At this time, if the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag stored in the flag storage unit 302 are turned on, the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag are turned off. Thereby, the operation of the ordinary electric accessory 65 when executing the first or second special game based on the “big hit” returns to the state in the “normal mode”. The first and second winning determination units 305a and 305b turn off the first and second bonus flags stored in the flag storage unit 302 when the first and second special games are finished. When shifting to the “probability change mode”, the first and second probability change flags stored in the flag storage unit 302 are turned on, and when shifting to the “time reduction mode”, the flag storage unit 302 stores them. The first and second time reduction flags are turned on.

  In the present embodiment, the first and second winning determination units 305a and 305b indicate which of “big hit”, “sudden probability change”, “suddenly short time”, “small hit”, and “lost”. The determination is made using the same lottery table. Further, the first and second winning determination units 305a and 305b determine which mode (gaming state) of “probability change mode” and “time reduction mode” is to be determined using the same lottery table. Yes. In this embodiment, in this way, the winning probability in the first game and the winning probability in the second game are made the same.

  Furthermore, the first and second winning determination units 305a and 305b can change the special symbol variation pattern based on the random number values for determining the first and second special symbol variation patterns in the “one set of random numbers”. To which of the above corresponds. As the special symbol variation display time of the special symbol variation pattern, for example, 5 seconds, 10 seconds, 20 seconds, and 29 seconds are defined. In each variation pattern, “−” corresponding to “losing” or “3” and “7” corresponding to “winning” are respectively defined with a predetermined probability.

  Further, in the present embodiment, there is a difference between the case where the mode is shifted to the “probability mode” and the other cases (the case where the mode is shifted to the “short time mode” and the game is performed in the “normal mode”). Using the lottery table, it is determined whether the above-mentioned “big hit”, “sudden probability change”, “sudden time reduction”, “small hit”, or “lost” is met.

Specifically, in the present embodiment, a game is performed in the probability variation lottery table used when transitioning to the “probability variation mode”, in the case of transitioning to the “time reduction mode”, and in the “normal mode”. There are two lottery tables, the normal lottery table used when
And the probability of becoming a “big hit” is higher in the case of transitioning to the “probability mode” than in the case of transitioning to the “short-time mode” and when playing in the “normal mode”. Thus, the contents of the two lottery tables are set. Further, the contents of the two lottery tables are set so that the probabilities corresponding to “sudden probability change”, “sudden time reduction”, “small hit”, and “losing” are different.

  In the case of “small hit”, the first and second winning determination units 305 a and 305 b turn on the first and second small hit flags stored in the flag storage unit 302. Thereby, a game based on “small hit” is executed. If it demonstrates concretely, the 1st, 2nd big winning opening 91 and 92 will open and close in the aspect according to "small hit". When the opening and closing of the first and second big prize winning openings 91 and 92 are completed, the first and second winning determination units 305a and 305b are the first and second small hit flags stored in the storage unit 302. Turn off.

  In the case of “sudden probability change”, the first and second winning determination units 305a and 305b turn on the first and second suddenness and collision flags stored in the flag storage unit 302. Thereby, the third and fourth special games are executed. After the third and fourth special games are executed, if the first and second probability change flags stored in the flag storage unit 302 are turned off, the first and second probability change flags are set. When the first and second time reduction flags stored in the flag storage unit 302 are turned on, the first and second time reduction flags are turned off.

  In the case of “sudden time reduction”, the first and second winning determination units 305a and 305b perform the first and second stored in the flag storage unit 302 as in the case of “sudden probability change”. The onset / onset flag is turned on so that the third and fourth special games are executed. Then, after the third and fourth special games are executed, if the first and second time reduction flags stored in the flag storage unit 302 are turned off, the first and second time reductions are set. In addition to turning on the flag, if the first and second probability change flags stored in the flag storage unit 302 are turned on, the first and second probability change flags are turned off.

As described above, in this embodiment, when the first and second special games are being executed with the “big hit”, the probability variation flag and the hourly flag are turned off, and the game ball wins the third start winning opening 67. The state that is easy to do is released. On the other hand, when the “sudden probability change” and “sudden time reduction” are selected and the third and fourth special games are being executed, the probability change flag and the time reduction flag are not turned off. That is, when a game is played in the “probability change mode” and the “short time mode” and the “sudden probability change” or “sudden time reduction” occurs and the third and fourth special games are executed, the third start prize is given. The state where it is easy for a game ball to win in the mouth 67 is not released.
The first and second winning determination units 305a and 305b are realized by using the main CPU 201a and the ROM 201b provided on the main control board 201. The flag storage unit 302 is realized by using a RAM 201c provided on the main control board 201.

(First and second special symbol display instruction units 306a and 306b, first and second special symbol display time measuring units 314a and 314b)
The first and second special symbol display instruction units 306a and 306b determine the first and second special symbol variation display times based on the state of the flag stored in the flag storage unit 302, and the first The first and second special symbols to be stopped and displayed on the first and second special symbol display devices 70 and 71 are determined based on the results determined by the second winning determination units 305a and 305b.

  In the present embodiment, the case where the probability variation flag or the time reduction flag is turned on (in the case of shifting to the “probability variation mode” or the “time reduction mode”) is more than the case where the probability variation flag or the time reduction flag is turned on (the above “ The first and second special symbol variation times are made much shorter than when the game is played in the “normal mode”.

  In the present embodiment, as a result of the determination by the first winning determination unit 305a, it corresponds to “big hit”, and “7” is displayed in the first special symbol display device 70 when shifting to “probability change mode”. The first special symbol to be stopped and displayed is determined. On the other hand, when it corresponds to “big hit” and shifts to “time reduction mode”, “3” is determined as the first special symbol to be stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 70. If the result of determination by the first winning determination unit 305a is “lost”, “-” is determined as the first special symbol to be stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display device 70.

  On the other hand, if the result of the determination by the second winning determination unit 305b corresponds to “big hit”, regardless of whether to shift to “probability change mode” or “time reduction mode”, The second special symbol display device 71 determines the second special symbol to be stopped and displayed. If the result of determination by the second winning determination unit 305b is “losing”, “x” is determined as the second special symbol to be stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display device 71.

  The first and second special symbol display instruction units 306a and 306b form display patterns based on the stop symbols determined in this way, the first and second special symbol variation display times, and the like. The special symbol display instruction signal indicating the pattern is transmitted to the LED drive board 204. As a result, the LEDs included in the first and second special symbol display devices 70 and 71 perform a light emission operation according to the display pattern indicated in the special symbol display instruction signal.

  Further, the first and second special symbol display instruction units 306a and 306b measure the first and second special symbol display times included in the formed display pattern, and measure the first and second special symbol display times. Instructs the measurement units 314a and 314b. As a result, the first and second special symbol display time measuring units 314a and 314b start measuring the first and second special symbol display times.

  As described above, the first and second special symbol display instruction units 306a and 306b are configured so that the first and second special symbol display time measurement units 314a and 314b can display the first and second special symbol display times. While performing the measurement, it is determined whether or not the “second or first bonus flag, collision probability / collision flag, or small hit flag” stored in the flag storage unit 302 is turned on. As a result of the determination, if the “second or first bonus flag, the sudden / collision flag, or the small hit flag” stored in the flag storage unit 302 is turned on, the first and second special symbols are displayed. The instruction units 306a and 306b instruct the first and second special symbol display time measuring units 314a and 314b to interrupt the measurement of the first and second special symbol variation display times. Thereby, the 1st, 2nd special symbol display time measurement part 314a, 314b interrupts the measurement of the 1st, 2nd special symbol change display time. Thereafter, when the “second, first bonus flag, hit / attack flag, or small hit flag” stored in the flag storage unit 302 is turned off, the first and second special symbol display instruction units 306a , 306b instructs the first and second special symbol display time measuring units 314a and 314b to restart measurement of the first and second special symbol variation display times. Thereby, the 1st, 2nd special symbol display time measurement parts 314a and 314b restart measurement of the 1st and 2nd special symbol display time.

  The first and second special symbol display time measuring units 314a and 314b display the first and second special symbol variation displays included in the display patterns formed by the first and second special symbol display instruction units 306a and 306b. When the time measurement is completed, the first and second special symbol display instruction units 306a and 306b are instructed to end the measurement of the first and second special symbol variation display times. Accordingly, the first and second special symbol display instruction units 306a and 306b are configured to stop and display the first and second special symbols based on the display pattern formed as described above. The special symbol stop display instruction signal is transmitted to the LED drive board 204. Then, the first and second special symbol display devices 70 and 71 stop and display the first and second special symbols based on the first and second special symbol stop display instruction signals.

In addition, the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a uses the number of random numbers stored in the first random number storage area as the current lottery result based on winning in the first or third starting winning prize ports 62 and 67. Is sent to the LED drive board 204 as a hold number display instruction signal to be displayed on the first special symbol hold lamp 20. In addition, the second special symbol display instruction unit 306b uses the number of random numbers stored in the second random number storage area as the current number of reserved lottery results based on winning in the second start winning opening 63. The number-of-holds display instruction signal to be displayed on the two special symbol hold lamps 20, 21 is transmitted to the LED drive board 204.
Thereby, the current number of holds of the lottery result based on the winning at the start winning opening is displayed by the LEDs provided in the first and second special symbol hold lamps 20 and 21.
The first and second special symbol display instruction units 306a and 306b and the first and second special symbol display time measurement units 314a and 314b use the main CPU 201a and the ROM 201b provided on the main control board 201. Is realized.

(Big prize opening opening instruction unit 307)
The big prize opening opening instructing unit 307 is determined by the first and second winning determination units 305a and 305b that the result of the lottery by the first and second special symbol lottery units 304a and 304b corresponds to “big hit”. When the first and second bonus flags in the flag storage unit 302 are turned on, the large winning opening opening instruction signal is transmitted to the winning opening board 203. The special winning opening release instruction signal includes at least information for specifying the special winning opening to be opened and information for specifying the opening manner of the special winning opening to be opened. When the prize winning hole opening instruction signal is received by the prize winning opening board 203, the first and second special prize winning openings 91 and 92 are opened.

  Thereafter, for example, it is determined that ten game balls have passed through the first and second big prize openings 91 and 92, or about 30 after the first and second big prize openings 91 and 92 are opened. If it is determined that the second has passed, the special winning opening opening instruction unit 307 transmits a special winning opening closing signal to the winning opening board 203. As a result, the opened first and second big prize winning openings 91 and 92 are closed.

  When the first and second big prize winning openings 91 and 92 are closed as described above, the big prize opening opening instructing section 307 causes the first and second big prize winning openings to be closed. It is determined whether 91 and 92 have been opened 15 times. That is, it is determined whether or not all unit games in the first and second special games have been consumed.

If all the unit games in the first and second special games are not digested as a result of this determination, the special winning opening release instruction unit 307 transmits the special winning opening release instruction signal to the winning opening board 203. Then, the process proceeds to the next unit game, and the operation for opening and closing the first and second big prize winning openings 91 and 92 as described above is repeated until all the unit games are consumed.
On the other hand, when all the unit games of the special game have been consumed, the special game has ended, and the first and second big prize winning openings 91 and 92 are not opened.

  In addition, when the winning determination opening unit 307 determines that the winning determination unit 305 corresponds to “sudden probability change” and “sudden time reduction” and the flag for the suddenness / impact in the flag storage unit 302 is turned on, The special winning opening release instruction signal is transmitted to the substrate 203. As a result, the first and second special winning openings 91 and 92 are opened. When the first and second prize winning openings 91 and 92 are thus opened for 0.5 seconds, the prize winning opening releasing instruction unit 307 transmits a prize winning opening closing signal to the prize winning opening board 203. As a result, the opened first and second big prize winning openings 91 and 92 are closed. The first unit game in the third and fourth special games is performed by opening and closing the first and second special winning openings 91 and 92.

  Thereafter, the special prize opening instruction unit 307 transmits the special prize opening instruction signal to the prize opening board 203 again. As a result, the first and second special winning openings 91 and 92 are opened again for 0.5 seconds. When the first and second prize winning openings 91 and 92 are thus opened, the prize winning opening releasing instruction unit 307 transmits a prize winning opening closing signal to the prize winning opening board 203. As a result, the first and second special winning openings 91 and 92 are closed. The second unit game in the third and fourth special games is performed by the opening and closing operations of the first and second special winning openings 91 and 92.

Furthermore, when the winning determination unit 305 determines that the winning winning unit opening instruction unit 307 corresponds to “small hit”, the large winning unit opening instruction unit 307 transmits the large winning port opening instruction signal to the winning port substrate 203. As a result, the first and second special winning openings 91 and 92 are opened. When the first and second special winning openings 91 and 92 are opened for 0.5 seconds, the special winning opening opening instruction unit 307 transmits a special winning opening closing signal to the winning opening board 203. As a result, the first and second big prize winning openings 91 and 92 are closed. Then, the special winning opening releasing instruction unit 307 transmits the special winning opening releasing instruction signal to the winning opening board 203 again. As a result, the first and second special winning openings 91 and 92 are opened again for 0.5 seconds. Then, the special winning opening opening instruction unit 307 transmits a special winning opening closing signal to the winning opening board 203. As a result, the first and second special winning openings 91 and 92 are closed. As described above, even in the case of “small hit”, as in the third and fourth special games, the first and second big prize winning openings 91 and 92 are opened twice for 0.5 seconds. Done.
The big winning opening releasing instruction unit 307 is realized by using the main CPU 201a and the ROM 201b provided on the main control board 201.

(Time-saving operation counting unit 308)
The short time operation counting unit 308 counts the number of games in the “short time mode” and determines whether or not the “short time mode” has ended. Here, the number of games refers to the number of times the lottery results are output by the first and second special symbol lottery units 304a and 304b.

  Specifically, the time-shortening operation counting unit 308 refers to the flag storage unit 302 and outputs the lottery results in the first and second special symbol lottery units 304a and 304b when the first and second time-shortening flags are on. Then, 1 is added to the number of time reductions. That is, the number of games in which the current game corresponds to the “short time mode” is counted. Then, it is determined whether or not the added value matches the specified value. As a result of this determination, if they match, the “time reduction mode” is completed in the current game, and therefore the time reduction operation counting unit 308 turns off the time reduction flag stored in the flag storage unit 302. In the above description, the specified value refers to a specified value of the number of games in the “short time mode”, and the value is “100”, for example.

In addition, when the first and second bonus flags are turned on while the time-shortening operation counting unit 308 is “big hit” during counting as described above, the counting is stopped, Reset the count value. This is because it is necessary to count what game the current game corresponds to in the “short-time mode” because it means “big hit” during the “short-time mode”.
The short-time operation counting unit 308 is realized by using the main CPU 201a, the ROM 201b, and the RAM 201c provided on the main control board 201.

(Normal symbol lottery section 309)
When the winning determination unit 301 determines that the game ball has passed the normal symbol operation gate 68, the normal symbol lottery unit 309 generates and acquires random numbers within a predetermined range. When no random number is stored in the normal symbol random number storage area (that is, when it is not necessary to hold the normal symbol lottery result), the acquired random number is output to the winning determination unit 310. .

On the other hand, if the number of random numbers stored in the normal symbol random number storage area is three or less, the acquired random number is stored in the normal symbol random number storage area. As described above, in the present embodiment, up to four random numbers acquired by the normal symbol lottery unit 309 can be stored in the normal symbol random number storage area, and the random number storage order can be identified. . Then, the normal symbol lottery unit 309 outputs the random number stored earliest in the normal symbol random number storage area to the winning determination unit 310 and deletes the output random number from the normal symbol random number storage region.
The normal symbol lottery unit 309 is realized by using the main CPU 201a, the ROM 201b, and the RAM 201c provided on the main control board 201.

(Winning determination unit 310)
Based on the random number value output from the normal symbol lottery unit 309, the winning determination unit 310 determines whether the lottery result by the normal symbol lottery unit 309 corresponds to “win” or “losing”. This determination is performed using, for example, a lottery table.

In the present embodiment, the case where the first and second probability change flags, or the first and second time reduction flags are turned on (for example, the case of transition to the “probability change mode” or “time reduction mode”). Rather than when they are not turned on (for example, when playing in the “normal mode”), the winning determination unit 310 uses the winning probability so that the probability of “winning” is significantly higher. The contents of each lottery table are set. This increases the probability of winning the normal symbol when the first and second probability variation flags or the first and second time reduction flags are turned on. Therefore, when the first and second probability variation flags or the first and second time reduction flags are turned on, the frequency of opening the ordinary electric accessory 65 is higher than when they are not turned on. Thus, the game can be advanced without reducing the ball as much as possible. In the following description, if necessary, the lottery table used by the winning determination unit 310 when the first and second probability variation flags or the first and second hourly flag are turned on is selected as the lottery for the shorter hour. The lottery table used by the winning determination unit 310 when the first and second probability variation flags or the first and second time reduction flags are not turned on is referred to as a normal lottery table.
The normal symbol lottery unit 309 is realized by using the main CPU 201a, the ROM 201b, and the RAM 201c provided on the main control board 201.

(Normal symbol display instruction unit 311)
The normal symbol display instruction unit 311 determines the normal symbol variation display time based on the state of the flag stored in the flag storage unit 302, and based on the lottery result determined by the winning determination unit 310, the normal symbol A normal symbol to be stopped and displayed on the display device 59 is determined.

  In the present embodiment, the first and second probability variation flags stored in the flag storage unit 302 or the first and second time reduction flags are turned on (for example, “probability variation mode” or “time reduction”). When the mode is changed to “mode”), the normal symbol variation display time is remarkably shortened than when they are not turned on (for example, when playing in the “normal mode”). I am doing so.

  Further, if the result of the determination by the winning determination unit 310 is “winning”, for example, “7” is determined as a normal symbol to be stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display device 59. On the other hand, in the case of “losing”, for example, “−” is determined as a normal symbol to be stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display device 59.

  Then, the normal symbol display instruction unit 311 forms a display pattern based on the determined normal symbol, normal symbol variation display time, and the like, and transmits a normal symbol display instruction signal indicating this display pattern to the LED drive board 204. Thereby, the LED included in the normal symbol display device 59 performs a light emitting operation according to the display pattern indicated by the normal symbol display instruction signal.

In addition, the normal symbol display instruction unit 311 sets the number of random numbers stored in the random number storage area to the normal symbol hold lamp 22 as the current hold number of the lottery result based on the passing of the game ball to the normal symbol operation gate 68. A hold number display instruction signal for display is transmitted to the LED drive board 204. Thereby, the current number of holds of the lottery result based on the passage of the game ball to the normal symbol operation gate 68 is displayed by the LED provided in the normal symbol hold lamp 22.
The normal symbol display instruction unit 311 is realized by using the main CPU 201a and the ROM 201b provided on the main control board 201.

(Normal electric accessory driving instruction unit 312)
Based on the state of the flag stored in the flag storage unit 302, the lottery result determined by the winning determination unit 310, etc., the normal electric combination driving instruction unit 312 determines the operation mode of the normal electric combination 65, A normal electric accessory release instruction signal indicating the determined operation mode is transmitted.
Specifically, in the present embodiment, the ordinary electric accessory driving instruction unit 312 corresponds to the states of the first and second probability variation flags and the first and second time reduction flags stored in the flag storage unit 302. Thus, the operation mode of the ordinary electric accessory 65 is made different.

  That is, when the first and second probability change flags stored in the flag storage unit 302 or the first and second time reduction flags are turned on (for example, “probability change mode” or “time reduction mode”). The game balls are easier to win at the third start winning opening 67 than when they are not turned on (for example, when playing in the “normal mode”). Thus, the operation mode of the ordinary electric accessory 65 is determined.

Then, the ordinary electric accessory drive instructing unit 312 transmits the ordinary electric accessory release signal indicating the determined operation mode to the winning prize opening board 203. As a result, the ordinary electric accessory 65 operates in the operation mode indicated by the ordinary electric accessory release signal.
Note that the normal electric accessory driving instruction unit 312 is realized by using the main CPU 201 a and the ROM 201 b provided on the main control board 201.

(Game state discriminating unit 315)
The gaming state determination unit 315 preliminarily stores the current gaming state of the gaming machine 100 based on the winning opening determined by the winning determination unit 301 and the flag state stored in the flag storage unit 302. The determined gaming state is determined. More specifically, the game state determination unit 315 determines whether the current game is a normal game or a special game, and when the current game is a normal game, the normal mode, the time reduction mode, and the probability change mode. Or which one of them is determined. In addition, the game state discriminating unit 315 is configured to store the number of lottery results currently held based on winning of the game balls at the first to third start winning ports 62, 63, and 67, The current number of pending lottery results based on passage is determined. Further, the gaming state determination unit 315 determines the state of the ordinary electric accessory 65 and the first and second special winning openings 91 and 92. However, the gaming state of the gaming machine 100 determined by the gaming state determination unit 315 is not limited to this.
The gaming state determination unit 315 is realized by using the main CPU 201a and the ROM 201b provided on the main control board 201.

(Game state digitizing unit 316)
The gaming state digitizing unit 316 digitizes the gaming state of the gaming machine 100 determined by the gaming state determining unit 315 (converts it into a numerical value).
The gaming state digitizing unit 316 stores in advance a gaming state digitizing table in which a gaming state is associated with a numerical value (point) corresponding to the gaming state. FIG. 4 is a diagram showing an example of the stored contents of the gaming state digitization table. As shown in FIG. 4, in the gaming state quantification table 400, a game area relatively to the left as viewed from the player (hereinafter referred to as a left area if necessary) and a game area on the right (hereinafter referred to as a left area). The numerical value (points) according to the gaming state is registered in advance with respect to any of the above.

  In addition, the gaming state digitizing unit 316 stores in advance a divided area determination table for digitizing the current gaming state of the gaming machine 100 based on the stored contents of the gaming state digitizing table 400. . FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating an example of the divided area determination table. As shown in FIG. 5, in the divided area determination table 500, numerical values (points) converted from the current gaming state of the gaming machine 100 are associated with the left area and the right area. The gaming state digitizing unit 316 reads a numerical value (point) corresponding to the gaming state determined by the gaming state determining unit 315 from the gaming state digitizing table 400, and assigns the read numerical value to the divided area determination table. (By temporarily storing) the gaming state of the gaming machine 100 is converted into a numerical value.

For example, when the current game of the gaming machine 100 is the first special game, the game state digitizing unit 316 determines based on the game state digitization table 400 as shown in FIG. The current gaming state of the gaming machine 100 is converted to a numerical value by assigning “10” points to the left region of the region determination table 500 and “0” points to the right region.
Further, when the current game of the gaming machine 100 is a short-running game and is not a small hit, as shown in FIG. 5B, the gaming state digitizing unit 316 has a gaming state digitizing table. Based on 400, “8” points are assigned to the right area of the divided area determination table 500, and “0” points are assigned to the left area to convert the current gaming state of the gaming machine 100 into a numerical value. To do.

In addition, the game state digitizing unit 316, as shown in FIG. 5C, when the current game of the gaming machine 100 is a short-running game and is a small hit based on the first special symbol. In addition, the gaming state digitizing unit 316 gives “10” points to the left region of the hitting region determination table 500 and “8” points to the right region based on the gaming state digitizing table 400. The current gaming state of the gaming machine 100 is converted into a numerical value.
Further, the game state quantification unit 316 indicates that the current game of the gaming machine 100 is a normal game, and the lottery result based on winning in the first or third start winning ports 62 and 67 in the normal game is displayed. When the holding number of “4” and the current holding number of the lottery result based on the passing of the game ball to the normal symbol operation gate 68 is “0”, as shown in FIG. The digitizing unit 316 gives “13” points obtained by adding (calculating) “5” and “8” to the right area of the divided area determination table 500 based on the gaming state digitizing table 400. Then, “0” points are assigned to the left region, and the current gaming state of the gaming machine 100 is converted into a numerical value.
Note that the gaming state and numerical values (points) stored in the gaming state digitization table 400 are not limited to those shown in FIG.
The gaming state digitizing unit 316 is realized by using the main CPU 201a, the ROM 201b, and the RAM 201c provided on the main control board 201. The gaming state digitization table 400 is realized by using the ROM 201b. Moreover, the divided area determination table 500 is realized by using the RAM 201c.

(Distinguished area determination unit 317)
Based on the numerical values (points) assigned (temporarily stored) by the game state digitizing unit 316 to the game area digitizing unit 316, the game area determining unit 317 is viewed from the player in the game area 52. It is determined whether the game ball should be fired in the relatively right area (right area) or the game ball should be fired in the relatively left area (left area). Specifically, the hit area determination unit 317 determines that the numerical value (points) assigned to the left area of the hit area determination table 500 is larger than the numerical value (points) assigned to the right area. Determines that the game ball should be fired in the left region, and otherwise determines that the game ball should be fired in the right region.

  If the result of this determination is that a game ball should be fired in the right area, the hitting area discriminating unit 317 transmits a right-handed indicator lamp lighting instruction signal to the LED drive board 204. As a result, the right-handed indicator lamp 95 is turned on, and the player can determine that it is better to make a right-handed strike. On the other hand, when it is determined that the game ball should be fired in the left area, the hitting area determination unit 317 transmits a right-handed indicator lamp turn-off instruction signal to the LED drive board 204. As a result, the right-handed indicator lamp 95 is turned off, and the player can determine that it is better not to make a right-handed strike.

For example, when a first special game is being performed, it is easier to win a game ball in the first big winning opening 91 if the game ball is fired in the left area. As shown, the numerical value (points) given to the left region is made larger than the numerical value (points) given to the right region.
In addition, during the time reduction, it is easier to win a game ball in the third start winning port 67 if the game ball is fired in the right area. As a general rule, as shown in FIG. A numerical value (point) given to the right region is set to be larger than a numerical value (point) given to the left region. However, even if the time is short, it is more advantageous for the player to win a game ball in the first big winning opening 91 when the small hit based on the first special symbol is achieved. Therefore, in such a case, as shown in FIG. 5C, numerical values (points) given to the left region so that the game balls can easily win the first big winning opening 91. Is larger than the numerical value (point) given to the right region.
Note that the divided area determination unit 317 is realized by using the main CPU 201 a and the ROM 201 b provided on the main control board 201.

(Direction command generator 313)
The effect command generation unit 313 uses the result determined by the winning determination unit 301, the result determined by the winning determination unit 305, the state of the flag stored in the flag storage unit 302, and the special symbol display instruction unit 306. Based on the determined special symbol variation display time, the number of games counted by the short-time action counting unit 308 (the number of games in the “short-time mode”), the area determined by the divided area determination unit 317, and the like, An effect command according to the game state is generated and transmitted to the sub-control board 202.
The effect command generation unit 313 is realized by using the main CPU 201a and the ROM 201b provided on the main control board 201.

Next, a functional configuration of the sub control board 202 will be described. FIG. 6 is a functional block diagram illustrating an example of a functional configuration of the sub control board 202.
(Direction command analysis unit 701)
The effect command analysis unit 701 analyzes the effect command transmitted from the main control board 201 (effect command generation unit 313), and the analysis results are displayed as a decoration symbol determination unit 702, a decoration symbol pattern determination unit 703, and an image generation unit 705. And output to the voice generation unit 706. For example, from the main control board 201, whether or not the winning lottery by the first and second winning determination units 305a and 305b has been won (whether or not “big hit”), the first and second special When an effect command indicating the symbol variation time is input, it is determined whether or not the game is “big hit” and the first and second special symbol variation display times, and the result of the determination is a decorative symbol. The data is output to the determination unit 702, the decorative symbol pattern determination unit 703, the image generation unit 705, and the sound generation unit 706.

  Also, in the case of “hit”, the effect command analysis unit 701 indicates whether to shift to “probability change mode” or “time reduction mode” after executing “first win” and executing the first and second special games. Based on the production command, it is determined which of the “probability change mode” and the “short time mode” is to be entered, and the determined results are used as a decorative symbol determination unit 702, a decorative symbol pattern determination unit 703, an image generation unit 705, and an audio generation unit 706. Output to.

  When an effect command including the flag state stored in the flag storage unit 302 is input from the main control board 201, the effect command analysis unit 701 determines that the game is based on the flag state. Whether it is 1st to 4th special games or normal games (games other than special games), whether or not a small hit, whether the state of the game is "probability change mode" or "time reduction mode" The determination result is output to the decorative symbol determination unit 702, the decorative symbol pattern determination unit 703, the image generation unit 705, and the sound generation unit 706.

  Further, when an effect command relating to a region (left region or right region) where a game ball is to be fired is input from the main control board 201, the effect command analysis unit 701 outputs the region to the image generation unit 705.

In addition, the process which the production | presentation command analysis part 701 performs is not limited to these, The process according to the content of the production command will be performed suitably.
The effect command analysis unit 701 is realized by using the sub CPU 202a, the ROM 202b, and the RAM 202c provided on the sub control board 202.

(Decoration design determining unit 702)
Based on the lottery result output from the effect command analysis unit 701, the decoration symbol determination unit 702 determines a combination of first and second decoration symbols to be stopped and displayed on the effect display device 60. In the present embodiment, when the lottery result output from the effect command analysis unit 701 indicates “big hit” and shifts to the “probability change mode”, “111”, “333”, A combination of any one of “555”, “777”, “999”, “AAA”, “CCC”, “EEE” is displayed on the effect display device 60 in a first and second decorative pattern. Determine as a combination.

  Further, when the lottery result output from the production command analysis unit 701 indicates “big hit” and shifts to the “short time mode”, “000”, “222”, “444” , “666”, “888”, “BBB”, “DDD”, and “FFF” are determined as combinations of the first and second decorative symbols to be stopped and displayed on the effect display device 60. To do.

Furthermore, when the lottery result output from the effect command analysis unit 701 indicates “losing”, the effect display device 60 stops and displays a combination in which the three decorative symbols are not the same. It is determined as a combination of decorative patterns.
The combination of the first and second decorative symbols to be stopped and displayed on the effect display device 60 may be determined by lottery, for example.
The decorative symbol determination unit 702 is realized by using the sub CPU 202a and the ROM 202b provided on the sub control board 202.

(Decorated pattern determination unit 703)
When the combination of the first and second decorative symbols to be stopped and displayed on the effect display device 60 is determined by the decorative symbol determining unit 702, the decorative symbol pattern determining unit 703 includes the first and second decoration commands included in the effect command. The variation pattern of the decorative symbol that is variably displayed for the same time as the special symbol variation display time of No. 2 is selected from preset decorative symbol variation patterns 704. In these decorative symbol variation patterns, the first and second decorative symbols are variably displayed (first and second decorative symbol variation display times), and after the same two decorative symbols are stopped and displayed, the remaining patterns are displayed. Stop display of one (form a so-called reach state), or display a unique effect display, then stop display of the first and second decorative symbols (so-called development-related effects) And the like are set.

Needless to say, the contents set in the decorative symbol variation pattern 704 are not limited to these.
The decorative symbol pattern determination unit 703 is realized by using the sub CPU 202a and the ROM 202b provided on the sub control board 202, and the decorative symbol variation pattern 704 uses the ROM 202b provided on the sub control board 202. It is realized by.

(Image generation unit 705)
The image generation unit 705 is based on the combination of the decorative symbols determined by the decorative symbol determination unit 702, the decorative symbol variation pattern determined by the decorative symbol pattern determination unit 703, information output from the effect command analysis unit 701, and the like. Then, image data to be displayed on the effect display device 60 is generated.

  For example, when the combination of the first and second decorative symbols to be stopped and displayed on the effect display device 60 is determined by the decorative symbol determining unit 702 and the decorative symbol variation pattern is determined by the decorative symbol pattern determining unit 703, The image generation unit 705 forms image data in which a decorative design corresponding to these determination contents is displayed.

  In addition, when the effect command analysis unit 701 designates an area (left area or right area) where a game ball is to be fired, instead of the image data as described above, or among the image data as described above. Then, image data for informing the player that the game ball should be fired in the area is generated. Thereby, the effect display device 60 displays, for example, character information indicating that it is advantageous to make a right stroke or character information indicating that it is disadvantageous to make a right stroke as an effect image. The right-handed indicator lamp 95 described above notifies the player whether or not a right-handed turn should be made by turning on / off the LED. For this reason, when the right-handed indicator lamp 95 is displayed, it may be difficult for the player to determine whether or not to make a right-handed strike. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the effect display device 60 also informs the player whether or not to make a right turn so that the player can easily determine whether or not to make a right turn. Yes. However, both the display by the right-handed indicator lamp 95 and the display by the effect display device 60 are not necessarily performed, and only one of the displays may be performed. In addition, an effect image indicating whether it is advantageous to launch a game ball in the right region as viewed from the player or whether it is advantageous to launch a game ball in the left region is text information. It is not limited. For example, an image that suggests that it is advantageous to make a right stroke, an image that suggests that it is disadvantageous to make a right stroke, or an image around a winning opening to be awarded (for example, an ordinary electric accessory) is displayed. Also good.

Needless to say, the image data generated by the image generation unit 705 is not limited to these.
The image generation unit 705 is realized by using an image control processor 202d, an image data ROM 202e, and a video RAM 202f provided on the sub control board 202.

(Voice generation unit 706)
The sound generation unit 706 generates sound data based on the information output from the effect command analysis unit 701 and outputs the sound data to the speaker 18. For example, when a lottery result of a special symbol is output from the production command analysis unit 701, a sound corresponding to the lottery result is released in accordance with the decorative symbol variation pattern 704 determined by the decorative symbol pattern determination unit 703. Sound data that can be heard is generated and output to the speaker 18.

Needless to say, the audio data generated by the audio generation unit 706 is not limited to these.
The sound generation unit 706 is realized by using the sub CPU 202a, the ROM 202b, the RAM 202c, and the sound source circuit 202g provided on the sub control board 202.
The main control board 201 and the sub control board 202 may be provided with functions other than those described above.

  Next, an example of processing operation in the gaming machine 100 of the present embodiment configured as described above will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS.

FIG. 7 is a main flowchart showing an example of processing operation in the main control board 201.
In step S1 of FIG. 7, the main control board 201 performs a game ball launch process. A specific example of this game ball launch process will be described. First, after the launch operation detection signal indicating that the launch handle 17 has been operated by the player is transmitted from the launch control board 205, the main control board 201, It is determined whether or not a plurality of game balls are stored in the upper ball tray 15 and the lower ball tray 16.

  As a result of this determination, when the game balls are not stored in the upper ball tray 15 and the lower ball tray 16 in a certain amount or more, the main control board 201 transmits a launch permission signal to the launch control board 205 and also plays the game balls. An effect command indicating that is fired toward the game area 52 is generated and transmitted to the sub-control board 202. As a result, a game ball is launched into the game area 52 and an effect during the game is started.

  On the other hand, when a certain amount or more of the game balls are stored in the upper ball tray 15 and the lower ball tray 16, the main control board 201 transmits a launch non-permission signal to the launch control board 205, and the game balls play a game. An effect command indicating that it cannot be fired in the area 52 is generated and transmitted to the sub-control board 202. In this case, even if the player operates the launch handle 17, the game ball is not launched toward the game area 52. In addition, the player is notified by turning on the electrical component 90 that a certain amount or more of the game balls are stored in the upper ball tray 15 and the lower ball tray 16.

  Next, in step S2, the main control board 201 performs a general winning process. This general winning process is a process performed when a game ball launched into the gaming area 52 wins a general winning opening 72. Details of the general winning process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Next, in step S3, the main control board 201 performs normal symbol operation gate passage processing. The normal symbol operation gate passing process is a process performed when a game ball launched into the game area 52 passes through the normal symbol operation gate 68. The normal symbol operation gate passing process will be described later with reference to FIGS. 9-1 and 9-2.

Next, in step S4, the main control board 201 performs a first start winning process. The first start winning process is a process performed when a game ball launched into the game area 52 wins the first or third start winning port 62, 67. Details of the first start winning process will be described later with reference to FIGS. 10-1 to 10-3.
Next, in step S5, the main control board 201 performs a second start winning process. The second start winning process is a process performed when a game ball launched into the game area 52 wins the second start winning port 63.

Next, in step S6, the main control board 201 performs a first special game execution process. In the first special game execution process, a predetermined symbol is stopped and displayed in the first display area 194 of the first special symbol display device 70 and the effect display device 60 to become a “hit”, and the first special game is displayed. This process is performed when a transition is made, when a “small hit” is reached, and when “sudden probability change” or “sudden time reduction” occurs and the transition to the third special game is made. Details of the first special game execution process will be described later with reference to FIG.
Next, in step S7, the main control board 201 performs a second special game execution process. In the second special game execution process, a predetermined symbol is stopped and displayed in the second display area 195 of the second special symbol display device 71 and the effect display device 60, resulting in a “big hit”. This is a process that is performed when a transition is made, when a “small hit” is reached, and when a “sudden probability change” or a “sudden time reduction” occurs and the transition to the fourth special game is made.

  Next, in step S8, the main control board 201 performs a gaming state digitization process. This gaming state digitization process is a process for converting the current gaming state of the gaming machine 100 into a numerical value and controlling turning on / off of the right-handed indicator lamp 95 in accordance with the converted numerical value. Details of the game state digitizing process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  As described above, in the main control board 201, the game ball launch process, the general winning process, the normal symbol operation gate passing process, the first and second start winning processes, the first and second special game execution processes, and the game Although the state digitizing process is repeatedly performed, as shown in FIGS. 8 to 12 below, in this embodiment, each process is repeatedly performed while omitting unnecessary processes according to the state of the game. ing. In the present embodiment, an interrupt signal is generated every 4 m [sec], and the processing according to the flowchart of FIG. 7 is executed.

(General winning process)
Next, the details of the general winning process in step S2 of FIG. 7 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
In step S <b> 11 of FIG. 8, the winning determination unit 301 determines whether or not the gaming ball has won the general winning opening 72 based on the gaming ball passage signal transmitted from the winning opening board 203. If the result of this determination is that the game ball has won the general winning opening 72, the process proceeds to step S12, where the payout instructing unit 303 outputs a prize ball number signal indicating that the number of prize balls is “4”. 206. As a result, four prize balls are paid out to the upper ball tray 15 or the lower ball tray 16. Further, the effect command generating unit 313 generates an effect command indicating that the general winning opening 72 has been won and transmits the effect command to the sub-control board 202. Thereby, the sub-control board 202 notifies the player that the general winning opening 72 has been won, for example, by turning on the electric decoration component 90. Then, the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.
On the other hand, when the game ball has not won the general winning opening 72, it is not necessary to perform the process of step S12, and the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.

(Normal symbol operation gate passing processing)
Next, the details of the normal symbol operation gate passing process in step S3 of FIG. 7 will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. 9-1 and 9-2.
In step S21 of FIG. 9A, the winning determination unit 301 determines whether or not the gaming ball has passed the normal symbol operation gate 68 based on the gaming ball passage signal transmitted from the winning opening board 203. If the result of this determination is that the game ball has passed through the normal symbol operation gate 68, the routine proceeds to step S22, where the normal symbol lottery unit 309 generates a random number and performs lottery (that is, obtains a random number).

  Next, in step S23, the normal symbol lottery unit 309 determines whether or not the normal symbol is being variably displayed. If the result of this determination is that the normal symbol is variably displayed, the process proceeds to step S24, where the normal symbol lottery unit 309 counts the number of random numbers stored in the normal symbol random number storage area provided in the RAM 201c. It is determined whether or not there are three or less. As a result of the determination, if the number of random numbers stored in the normal symbol random number storage area is three or less, the process proceeds to step S25, where the normal symbol lottery unit 309 determines the normal symbol lottery result (step S22). Is stored in the normal symbol random number storage area, and the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.

  If it is determined in step S24 that the number of random numbers stored in the normal symbol random number storage area exceeds three, the random number acquired in step S22 may be suspended. Since the normal symbol based cannot be displayed, the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S23 that the normal symbol is not variably displayed, the process proceeds to step S26, where the normal symbol lottery unit 309 determines whether or not a random number is stored in the normal symbol random number storage area. judge. As a result of this determination, if random numbers are stored, the process proceeds to step S27, and the normal symbol lottery unit 309 determines whether the number of random numbers stored in the normal symbol random number storage area is three or less. Determine whether.

As a result of this determination, if the number of random numbers stored in the normal symbol random number storage area is three or less, the process proceeds to step S28, where the normal symbol lottery unit 309 determines the normal symbol lottery result (step S22). Is stored in the normal symbol random number storage area.
Next, in step S29, the normal symbol lottery unit 309 reads the random number stored earliest in the normal symbol random number storage area, and proceeds to step S30.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step S26 that no random number is stored, steps S27 to S29 are omitted and the process proceeds to step S30.
If it is determined in step S27 that the number of random numbers stored in the normal symbol random number storage area exceeds three, the random number acquired in step S22 may be suspended. Since the normal symbol based cannot be displayed, the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.

When the normal symbol lottery result (random number) is obtained as described above, the process proceeds to step S30, and the normal symbol lottery unit 309 outputs the obtained random number to the winning determination unit 310.
Next, in step S31, the winning determination unit 310 refers to the flag storage unit 302 to determine whether or not the time reduction flag or the probability variation flag is turned on. As a result of this determination, if the time reduction flag or the probability variation flag is on, the process proceeds to step S32, and the winning determination unit 310 reads the time reduction lottery table.
On the other hand, if it is determined that neither the time reduction flag nor the probability variation flag is turned on, the process proceeds to step S33, and the winning determination unit 310 extracts the normal lottery table.

  As described above, when the lottery table is selected in step S33, the process proceeds to step S34 in FIG. 9-2, and the winning determination unit 310 receives the lottery result (random number) output from the normal symbol lottery unit 309 in step S30. It is determined whether or not the selected lottery table corresponds to “winning”. That is, it is determined whether or not the normal symbol lottery is won.

  As a result of this determination, if the normal symbol lottery is won, the process proceeds to step S35, and the normal symbol display instructing unit 311 and the ordinary electric accessory driving instructing unit 312 refer to the flag storage unit 302, and It is determined whether or not the probability variation flag is turned on. As a result of the determination, if the time reduction flag or the probability variation flag is turned on, the process proceeds to step S36. In step S36, the normal symbol display instructing unit 311 displays the normal symbol variably during the default normal symbol fluctuation display time for the time reduction, and then stops and displays “7” indicating “winning”. The normal symbol display instruction signal indicating the formed display pattern is transmitted to the LED drive board 204. As a result, the normal symbol display device 59 performs a display operation in accordance with the display pattern indicated in the normal symbol display instruction signal. In addition, the effect command generation unit 313 generates an effect command based on the determination results of steps S34 and S35 and transmits it to the sub-control board 202.

  Next, in step S <b> 37, the ordinary electric accessory drive instructing unit 312 transmits the ordinary electric accessory release signal indicating the default operation mode for time reduction to the prize opening board 203. As a result, the ordinary electric accessory 65 operates in the operation mode indicated by the ordinary electric accessory release signal. Then, the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG. The normal electric accessory release signal is transmitted after the normal symbol is stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display device 59.

  If it is determined in step S35 that neither the time reduction flag nor the probability variation flag is on, the process proceeds to step S38, and the normal symbol display instruction unit 311 displays the normal default normal symbol variation display time. After the normal symbol is variably displayed, a display pattern for stopping and displaying “7” indicating “winning” is formed, and the normal symbol display instruction signal indicating the formed display pattern is sent to the LED drive board 204. Send. As a result, the normal symbol display device 59 performs a display operation in accordance with the display pattern indicated in the normal symbol display instruction signal. In addition, the effect command generation unit 313 generates an effect command based on the determination results of steps S34 and S35 and transmits it to the sub-control board 202.

  Next, in step S <b> 39, the ordinary electric accessory driving instruction unit 312 transmits the ordinary electric accessory release signal indicating the normal default operation mode to the prize opening board 203. As a result, the ordinary electric accessory 65 operates in the operation mode indicated by the ordinary electric accessory release signal. Then, the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG. The normal electric accessory release signal is transmitted after the normal symbol is stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display device 59.

  When it is determined in step S34 that the normal symbol lottery is not won, the process proceeds to step S40, and the normal symbol display instruction unit 311 refers to the flag storage unit 302 and the time-short flag or the probability variation flag is turned on. It is determined whether or not it has been done. As a result of this determination, if the time reduction flag or the probability variation flag is turned on, the process proceeds to step S41, and the normal symbol display instruction unit 311 displays the normal symbols in a variable manner during the default normal symbol change display time for the time reduction. After that, a display pattern for stopping and displaying “−” indicating “lost” is formed, and the normal symbol display instruction signal indicating the formed display pattern is transmitted to the LED drive board 204. As a result, the normal symbol display device 59 performs a display operation in accordance with the display pattern indicated in the normal symbol display instruction signal. In addition, the effect command generation unit 313 generates an effect command based on the determination results of steps S34 and S40 and transmits it to the sub-control board 202. Then, the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.

  If it is determined in step S40 that neither the time reduction flag nor the probability variation flag is ON, the process proceeds to step S42, and the normal symbol display instruction unit 311 displays the normal symbol for the normal default normal symbol variation display time. , The display pattern is formed so as to stop display of “−” indicating “lost”, and the normal symbol display instruction signal indicating the formed display pattern is transmitted to the LED drive board 204. . As a result, the normal symbol display device 59 performs a display operation in accordance with the display pattern indicated in the normal symbol display instruction signal. In addition, the effect command generation unit 313 generates an effect command based on the determination results of steps S34 and S40 and transmits it to the sub-control board 202. Then, the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.

  If it is determined in step S21 of FIG. 9-1 that the game ball has not passed the normal symbol operation gate 68, the process proceeds to step S43, and the normal symbol lottery unit 309 is provided in the RAM 201c. It is determined whether or not random numbers are stored in the normal symbol random number storage area. If no random number is stored as a result of this determination, there is no need to perform the processing after step S44, and the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.

  On the other hand, if a random number is stored, the process proceeds to step S44, and the normal symbol lottery unit 309 determines whether or not the normal symbol is in a variable display. If the result of this determination is that the normal symbol is being variably displayed, there is no need to perform the processing after step S29, and the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG. On the other hand, if the normal symbol is not being variably displayed, the process proceeds to step S29 described above.

(First start winning process)
Next, the details of the first start winning process in step S4 of FIG. 7 will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. 10-1 to 10-3.
In step S51 of FIG. 10-1, the winning determination unit 301 wins the first or third start winning opening 62, 67 based on the game ball passing signal transmitted from the winning hole board 203. It is determined whether or not. As a result of this determination, if the game ball has not won the first or third start winning opening 62, 67, the process proceeds to step S99 described later. On the other hand, if the game ball has won the first or third start winning opening 62, 67, the process proceeds to step S52. In step S <b> 52, the payout instructing unit 303 transmits a prize ball number signal indicating that the prize ball number is “4” to the payout control board 206. As a result, four prize balls (game balls) are paid out to the upper ball tray 15 or the lower ball tray 16.

  Next, in step S53, the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a refers to the flag storage unit 302 and determines whether or not the second bonus flag is turned on. If the result of this determination is that the second bonus flag is on, it is determined that it is impossible to transfer the game to the first special game, and processing proceeds to step S55 described later. On the other hand, if the second bonus flag is not turned on, the process proceeds to step S54. In step S54, the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a refers to the flag storage unit 302, and determines whether or not the collision probability / collision flag or the small hit flag is turned on. As a result of this determination, when neither the hit / impact flag nor the small hit flag is turned on, it is determined that the game can be transferred to the first special game, and will be described later with reference to FIG. The process proceeds to step S62 of step 2.

  On the other hand, when the hit / impact flag or the small hit flag is on, it is determined that the game cannot be transferred to the first special game, and the process proceeds to step S55. In step S55, the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a determines whether or not the first special symbol display time measurement unit 314a measures the special symbol variation display time, and displays the first special symbol display time. It is determined whether or not the first special symbol is variably displayed on the device 70. As a result of the determination, when the first special symbol is variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 70, the process proceeds to step S60 described later.

  On the other hand, when the first special symbol display device 70 does not display the first special symbol variably, the process proceeds to step S56. In step S56, the first special symbol lottery unit 304a generates a random number and performs a lottery (that is, obtains a random number related to whether or not the first special symbol is true). At the same time, the first special symbol lottery unit 304a acquires a random number for determining the first special symbol and a random number for determining the first special symbol variation pattern. As described above, three random numbers including a random number related to whether or not the first special symbol is determined, a first random number for determining a special symbol, and a random number for determining a first special symbol variation pattern are expressed as “a set of random numbers”. Say.

  Next, in step S57, the first special symbol lottery unit 304a determines whether or not “one set of random numbers” is stored in the first random number storage area. If “a set of random numbers” is stored as a result of the determination, the process proceeds to step S58. In step S58, the first special symbol lottery unit 304a determines whether or not the number of “one set of random numbers” stored in the first random number storage area is three or less.

  If the number of “one set of random numbers” stored in the first random number storage area is three or less as a result of this determination, the process proceeds to step S59, where the first special symbol lottery unit 304a The lottery result of one special symbol (“one set of random numbers” acquired in step S56) is stored in the first random number storage area. Then, the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.

If it is determined in step S57 that “a set of random numbers” is not stored in the first random number storage area, it is not necessary to determine the number of “a set of random numbers”, and thus step S58 is omitted. Then, the process proceeds to step S59.
In step S58, if the number of “one set of random numbers” stored in the first random number storage area is not three or less, the “one set of random numbers” acquired in step S56 may be stored. Since this is not possible, step S59 is omitted and the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.

  In step S55, if it is determined that the first special symbol display device 70 is variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 70, the process proceeds to step S60. In step S60, the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a instructs the first special symbol display time measurement unit 314a to interrupt the measurement of the first special symbol variation display time. Thereby, the 1st special symbol display time measurement part 314a interrupts measurement of the 1st special symbol change display time.

  Next, in step S <b> 61, the effect command generation unit 313 generates an effect command including that the measurement of the first special symbol variation display time has been interrupted, and transmits the effect command to the sub-control board 202. Thereby, the sub-control board 202 can know that the measurement of the first special symbol variation display time is interrupted. Then, the process proceeds to the above-described step S56, and a lottery based on winning of the game ball to the first or third start winning opening 62, 67 is performed.

If it is determined in step S53 that the second bonus flag is not turned on, the process proceeds to step S62 in FIG. In step S62, the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a determines whether or not the first special symbol display time measurement unit 314a interrupts the measurement of the first special symbol display time. If the result of this determination is that the first special symbol display time measuring unit 314a has stopped measuring the first special symbol variation display time, the process proceeds to step S94 described later.
On the other hand, if the first special symbol display time measuring unit 314a has not interrupted the measurement of the first special symbol variation display time, the process proceeds to step S63, and the first special symbol lottery unit 304a A random number relating to whether the special symbol is valid, a first random number for determining a special symbol, and a random number for determining a first special symbol variation pattern are acquired (acquisition of “one set of random numbers”).

  Next, in step S64, the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a refers to the flag storage unit 302 and determines whether or not the first bonus flag is turned off. If the result of this determination is that the first bonus flag is not turned off (turned on), the first special game is being executed, and the routine proceeds to step S65. In step S65, the first special symbol lottery unit 304a determines whether or not the number of “one set of random numbers” stored in the first random number storage area is three or less.

  As a result of this determination, if it is determined that the number of “one set of random numbers” stored in the first random number storage area exceeds three, the random number acquired in step S63 may be suspended, Since the display of the first special symbol based on the random number cannot be performed, the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.

  On the other hand, if the number of “one set of random numbers” stored in the first random number storage area is three or less, the process proceeds to step S66. In step S66, the first special symbol lottery unit 304a stores the lottery result of the first special symbol ("one set of random numbers" acquired in step S63) in the first random number storage area. Then, the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.

  If it is determined in step S64 that the first bonus flag is off, the process proceeds to step S67. In step S67, the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a determines whether or not the first special symbol display time measurement unit 314a measures the first special symbol display time, and first It is determined whether or not the first special symbol is variably displayed on the special symbol display device 70. If the result of this determination is that the first special symbol is variably displayed, the process proceeds to step S96 described later. On the other hand, if the first special symbol is not being variably displayed, the process proceeds to step S68. In step S68, the first special symbol lottery unit 304a determines whether or not “one set of random numbers” is stored in the first random number storage area. If “a set of random numbers” is stored as a result of the determination, the process proceeds to step S69. In step S69, the first special symbol lottery unit 304a determines whether or not the number of “one set of random numbers” stored in the first random number storage area is three or less.

  As a result of this determination, if it is determined that the number of “one set of random numbers” stored in the first random number storage area exceeds three, the random number acquired in step S63 may be suspended, Since the special symbol based on the random number cannot be displayed, the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.

On the other hand, if the number of the set of random numbers stored in the first random number storage area is three or less, the process proceeds to step S70. In step S70, the first special symbol lottery unit 304a stores the lottery result of the first special symbol (the random number acquired in step S63) in the first random number storage area.
Next, in step S71, the first special symbol lottery unit 304a reads the “one set of random numbers” stored earliest in the first random number storage area, and proceeds to step S72 in FIG. 10-3.
If it is determined in step S68 that the “one set of random numbers” is not stored, steps S69 to S71 are omitted, and the process proceeds to step S72 in FIG.

In step S 72, the first special symbol lottery unit 304 a outputs the obtained “one set of random numbers” to the winning determination unit 305.
Next, in step S73, the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302 to determine whether or not the first probability variation flag is turned on. As a result of this determination, if the first probability change flag is turned on, it is determined that the state of the first game is “probability change mode”, the process proceeds to step S74, and the first winning determination unit 305a , A default probability changing lottery table used in the case of the “probability changing mode” is extracted. And it progresses to step S81 mentioned later.

  On the other hand, if the first probability variation flag is not turned on, the process proceeds to step S75, and the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302 to determine whether or not the first time reduction flag is turned on. Determine whether. As a result of the determination, if the first time reduction flag is turned on, the process proceeds to step S76, and the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302 and adds 1 to the number of time reductions. That is, the number of games in the “short time mode” corresponding to the current game (the number of games in the “short time mode”) is counted. Then, the effect command generation unit 313 generates an effect command indicating the number of games in the “time saving mode” and transmits it to the sub-control board 202.

Next, in step S77, the first winning determination unit 305a extracts a default normal lottery table to be used in the “time reduction mode”.
Next, in step S78, the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the count value of the short-time operation counting unit 308 to determine whether or not the “short-time mode” has ended by digesting the prescribed number of games. To do. If the result of this determination is that the prescribed number of games has been exhausted and the “time saving mode” has ended, the process proceeds to step S79, and the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302 to determine the first Turn off the hourly flag. And it progresses to step S81 mentioned later.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step S78 that the prescribed number of games has not been consumed, the “time reduction mode” is ongoing, so the process of step S79 is omitted and the process proceeds to step S81 described later.

If it is determined in step S75 that the first time reduction flag is not turned on, the game is in the “normal mode”, so the process proceeds to step S80, where the first winning determination unit 305a The default normal lottery table used during the game in the “normal mode” is extracted.
As described above, when the lottery table is extracted in steps S74, S77, and S80, the process proceeds to step S81, and the first winning determination unit 305a outputs the lottery result (first) output from the special symbol lottery unit 304 in step S72. It is determined whether or not (a random number related to whether or not the special symbol is true) corresponds to “big hit” in the extracted lottery table. That is, it is determined whether or not the first special symbol lottery has been won.

If the result of this determination is that the first special symbol lottery is not won, the processing of steps S82 to S84 is omitted, and the process proceeds to step S85 described later.
On the other hand, if the first special symbol lottery is won, the process proceeds to step S82, and the first winning determination unit 305a further determines whether to shift to the “probability change mode” or the “short time mode” after the special game. At the same time, the first bonus flag is turned on with reference to the flag storage unit 302.

  Next, in step S83, the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302 to determine whether or not the first probability variation flag or the first time reduction flag is turned on. As a result of the determination, if the first probability variation flag or the first time reduction flag is turned on, the process proceeds to step S84. In step S84, the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302 and turns off the first probability variation flag and the first time reduction flag that are turned on. On the other hand, if the first probability variation flag or the first time reduction flag is not turned on, it is not necessary to turn off the first probability variation flag and the first time reduction flag, so step S84 is omitted and step S85 is performed. move on. As a result of the above step S84, when the first probability variation flag and the first time reduction flag are turned off and the first special game is being executed, a state in which a game ball is likely to win a prize at the third start winning opening 67 is obtained. Canceled.

In step S85, the first winning determination unit 305a corresponds to the winning region in which the lottery result output from the first special symbol lottery unit 304a in step S72 is “suddenly probable” or “suddenly short”. It is determined whether or not. That is, it is determined whether or not “suddenly probable change” or “suddenly short time” is reached. If the result of this determination is “suddenly probable change” or “suddenly short time”, the process proceeds to step S86. In step S86, the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302 and turns on the first collision probability / collision flag.
On the other hand, if “Suddenly Probability Change” or “Sudden Time Shortening” is not set in Step S85, it is not necessary to turn on the suddenness / collision flag, so Step S86 is omitted and the process proceeds to Step S87.

In step S87, the first winning determination unit 305a determines whether or not the lottery result output from the first special symbol lottery unit 304a in step S72 corresponds to the “small hit” winning area. To do. That is, it is determined whether or not “small hit” has been reached. If the result of this determination is “small hit”, the process proceeds to step S88. In step S88, the first winning determination unit 305a turns on the small hit flag stored in the flag storage unit 302.
On the other hand, if it is determined in step S87 that it is not “small winning”, it is not necessary to open the first big winning opening 91 based on “small winning”, so step S88 is omitted and step S89 is performed. move on.

  In step S89, the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a refers to the flag storage unit 302 and determines whether the first time reduction flag or the first probability variation flag is turned on. As a result of the determination, if the first time reduction flag or the first probability variation flag is turned on, the process proceeds to step S90. When proceeding to step S90, the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a forms a display pattern for the time reduction / probability change mode based on the determination result in steps S81 and S89, and the first special symbol indicating the formed display pattern. A symbol display instruction signal is transmitted to the LED drive board 204. Thereby, the first special symbol display device 70 performs a display operation according to the display pattern indicated by the first special symbol display instruction signal. And it progresses to step S92 mentioned later.

  On the other hand, if the first time reduction flag or the first probability variation flag is not turned on, the process proceeds to step S91, and the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a is normally based on the determination results in steps S81 and S89. A mode display pattern is formed, and a first special symbol display instruction signal indicating the formed display pattern is transmitted to the LED drive board 204. Thereby, the first special symbol display device 70 performs a display operation according to the display pattern indicated by the first special symbol display instruction signal.

Then, when the process proceeds to step S92, the effect command generating unit 313 generates an effect command corresponding to the current game state based on the determination results in steps S81, S85, S87, and S89, and transmits the effect command to the sub control board 202. To do.
Next, in step S <b> 93, the payout instructing unit 303 transmits a prize ball number signal indicating that the prize ball number is “4” to the payout control board 206. As a result, four prize balls are paid out to the ball tray 128a. Then, the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.

In step S62 of FIG. 10-2, when it is determined that the first special symbol display time measuring unit 314a interrupts the measurement of the first special symbol variation display time, the process proceeds to step S94. In step S94, the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a instructs the first special symbol display time measurement unit 314a to restart the measurement of the first special symbol variation display time. Thereby, the 1st special symbol display time measurement part 314a restarts measurement of the 1st special symbol display time.
Next, in step S95, the effect command generation unit 313 generates an effect command including that the measurement of the first special symbol variation display time has been resumed, and transmits the effect command to the sub-control board 202. Then, the process proceeds to step S63 described above.

  If it is determined in step S67 of FIG. 10-2 that the first special symbol is being variably displayed, the process proceeds to step S96. In step S96, the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a determines that the first special symbol variation display time included in the display pattern formed in steps S90 and S91 is the first special symbol display time measurement. It is determined by the unit 314a whether or not the processing has ended. As a result of the determination, when the measurement of the first special symbol variation display time is completed, the process proceeds to step S97. In step S97, the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a instructs the first special symbol display time measurement unit 314a to end the measurement of the first special symbol variation display time. Thereby, the 1st special symbol display time measurement part 314a ends measurement of the 1st special symbol change display time.

Next, in step S98, the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a transmits a special symbol stop display instruction signal for stopping and displaying the first special symbol to the LED drive board 204. Thereby, the 1st special symbol display device 70 stops and displays the 1st special symbol. Then, the process proceeds to step S65 described above.
In step S96, if the measurement of the first special symbol variation display time is not completed, it is not necessary to stop the first special symbol, so steps S97 to S98 are omitted, and the above-described step S65 is omitted. Proceed to

  When it is determined in step S51 of FIG. 10-1 that the game ball has not won the first or third start winning opening 62, 67, the process proceeds to step S99. In step S99, the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a performs measurement of the first special symbol variation display time included in the display pattern formed in steps S90 and S91, and the first special symbol display time measurement unit 314a. It is determined whether or not the process is finished. As a result of the determination, when the measurement of the first special symbol variation display time is completed, the process proceeds to step S100. In step S100, the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a instructs the first special symbol display time measurement unit 314a to end the measurement of the first special symbol variation display time. Thereby, the 1st special symbol display time measurement part 314a ends measurement of the 1st special symbol change display time.

Next, in step S101, the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a transmits a first special symbol stop display instruction signal for stopping and displaying the first special symbol to the LED drive board 204. Thereby, the 1st special symbol display device 70 stops and displays the 1st special symbol. And it progresses to step S102 mentioned later.
In step S99, when the measurement of the first special symbol variation display time is not completed, it is not necessary to stop the first special symbol, so steps S100 to S101 are omitted and the process proceeds to step S102. .

  When the process proceeds to step S102 as described above, the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a refers to the flag storage unit 302 and determines whether or not the second bonus flag is turned on. If the result of this determination is that the second bonus flag is on, processing returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG. On the other hand, if the second bonus flag is not turned on, it is determined that the game can be transferred to the first special game, and the process proceeds to step S103.

In step S103, the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a determines whether or not the first special symbol display time measurement unit 314a interrupts the measurement of the first special symbol display time. If the result of this determination is that the first special symbol display time measuring unit 314a has suspended measurement of the first special symbol variation display time, the process proceeds to step S104. In step S104, the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a instructs the first special symbol display time measurement unit 314a to resume measurement of the first special symbol variation display time. Thereby, the 1st special symbol display time measurement part 314a restarts measurement of the 1st special symbol display time.
Next, in step S <b> 105, the effect command generation unit 313 generates an effect command including that the measurement of the first special symbol variation display time has been resumed, and transmits the effect command to the sub-control board 202. And it progresses to step S106 mentioned later.
In step S103, when the first special symbol display time measurement unit 314a has not interrupted the measurement of the first special symbol variation display time, the measurement of the first special symbol variation display time does not need to be resumed. Therefore, steps S104 to S105 are omitted, and the process proceeds to step S106.

When the process proceeds to step S106 as described above, the first special symbol lottery unit 304a determines whether or not the number of “one set of random numbers” stored in the first random number storage area is three or less. judge. As a result of this determination, if it is determined that the number of “one set of random numbers” stored in the first random number storage area exceeds three, the random number acquired in step S63 may be suspended, Since the special symbol based on the random number cannot be displayed, the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.
On the other hand, if the number of “one set of random numbers” stored in the first random number storage area is three or less, the process proceeds to step S107. In step S107, the first special symbol display instruction unit 306a determines whether or not the first special symbol display time measurement unit 314a is measuring the first special symbol display time. Whether or not the first special symbol is variably displayed on one special symbol display device 70 is determined. As a result of this determination, when the first special symbol is variably displayed, the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG. On the other hand, if the first special symbol is not variably displayed, the process proceeds to step S71 in FIG.

  The second start winning process in step S5 in FIG. 7 is realized by performing the same process as in FIGS. 10-1 to 10-3 for the second game performed using the second special symbol. Therefore, detailed description thereof is omitted.

(First special game execution process)
Next, details of the first special game execution process in step S6 of FIG. 7 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
In step S111 of FIG. 11, the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302 to determine whether or not the first bonus flag is turned on. If the result of this determination is that the first bonus flag is not turned on, the first special game is not executed (because it is not “big hit”), and the process proceeds to step S126 described later.

On the other hand, if the first bonus flag is turned on, the process proceeds to step S112. In step S 112, the special winning opening release instruction unit 307 transmits a first special winning opening opening instruction signal to the winning opening board 203. As a result, the first big winning opening 91 is opened, and one round (unit game) of the first special game consisting of 15 rounds starts.
Next, in step S <b> 113, the winning determination unit 301 determines whether or not the game ball has won the first big winning opening 91 based on the game ball passing signal transmitted from the winning opening board 203.

As a result of the determination, if the game ball has won the first big winning opening 91, the process proceeds to step S114. In step S114, the payout instruction unit 303 transmits a prize ball number signal indicating that the prize ball number is “15” to the payout control board 206. As a result, 15 prize balls are paid out to the upper ball tray 15 or the lower ball tray 16.
Next, in step S <b> 115, the effect command generation unit 313 generates an effect command indicating that the game ball has won the first big winning opening 91 and transmits it to the sub control board 202. As a result, an image indicating that the game ball has won the first big winning opening 91 is displayed on the effect display device 60. Then, the process proceeds to step S116.
If it is determined in step S113 that the game ball has not won the first big winning opening 91, the processing of steps S114 to S115 is omitted and the process proceeds to step S116.

  In step S116, the special winning opening opening instruction unit 307 determines whether or not a predetermined time (about 30 seconds) has elapsed since the first large winning opening 91 is opened. If it is determined that the predetermined time has elapsed, the unit game is over, and the process proceeds to step S117. In step S117, the special prize opening opening instructing unit 307 transmits a first special prize opening closing signal to the prize opening board 203. As a result, the first big winning opening 91 is closed.

Next, in step S118, the special winning opening release instructing unit 307 determines whether or not all unit games in the first special game (that is, the first special game) have ended. If the result of this determination is that the first special game is over, processing proceeds to step S119. In step S119, the effect command generation unit 313 generates an effect command indicating the end of the first special game and transmits it to the sub-control board 202. Thereby, an image indicating the end of the first special game is displayed on the effect display device 60.
In step S120, the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302 and turns off the first bonus flag.

  Next, in step S121, the first winning determination unit 305a determines whether to shift to the “probability change mode” or the “short time mode” after the first special game. As a result of the determination, when the mode is shifted to the “probability change mode” after the first special game, the process proceeds to step S122. In step S122, the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302, turns on the first probability variation flag, and returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG. On the other hand, when shifting to the “time saving mode” after the first special game, the process proceeds to step S123. In step S123, the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302, turns on the first time reduction flag, and returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG. After executing the first special game by the above steps S122 and S123, the game is performed in the “probability change mode” or the “time reduction mode”.

When it is determined in step S116 that the predetermined time has not elapsed since the first big winning opening 91 is opened, the process proceeds to step S124. In step S124, the special winning opening opening instruction unit 307 determines whether ten or more gaming balls have passed through the first special winning opening 91 based on the gaming ball passage signal transmitted from the winning determination unit 301. Determine whether. As a result of this determination, if there are 10 or more game balls that have passed through the first big winning opening 91, it means that the unit game is over, so that the process proceeds to step S117 described above, and the first big winning opening 91 is set. Close.
On the other hand, when the number of game balls that have passed through the first big winning opening 91 is not ten or more, the unit game is continuing, and the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.

  If it is determined in step S118 that all unit games in the first special game have not ended, the process proceeds to the next unit game, and thus the process proceeds to step S125. In step S125, the effect command generation unit 313 generates an effect command indicating that the process proceeds to the next unit game, and transmits the effect command to the sub control board 202. As a result, an image indicating that the next unit game has proceeded is displayed on the effect display device 60. Then, the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.

  If it is determined in step S111 that the first bonus flag is not turned on, the process proceeds to step S126. In step S126, the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302 to determine whether or not the first collision probability / collision flag is turned on. If the result of this determination is that the first collision probability / collision flag is not turned on, the routine proceeds to step S126 described later.

On the other hand, when the first collision probability / collision flag is turned on, the process proceeds to step S127. In step S127, the special winning opening release instruction unit 307 transmits a first special winning opening release instruction signal to the winning opening board 203. As a result, the first big winning opening 91 is opened and one round (unit game) of the third special game consisting of two rounds starts.
Next, in step S128, the winning determination unit 301 determines whether or not the game ball has won the first big winning opening 91 based on the game ball passing signal transmitted from the winning opening board 203.

  As a result of the determination, if the game ball has won the first big winning opening 91, the process proceeds to step S129. In step S 129, the effect command generation unit 313 generates an effect command indicating that the game ball has won the first big winning opening 91 and transmits it to the sub-control board 202. As a result, an image indicating that the game ball has won the first big winning opening 91 is displayed on the effect display device 60. Also, the payout instruction unit 303 transmits a prize ball number signal indicating that the prize ball number is “15” to the payout control board 206. As a result, 15 prize balls are paid out to the upper ball tray 15 or the lower ball tray 16. Then, the process proceeds to step S130.

If the game ball has not passed the first big winning opening 91, the process skips step S129 and proceeds to step S130.
In step S130, the special winning opening release instruction unit 307 determines whether or not a predetermined time (0.5 seconds) has elapsed since the first special winning opening 91 was opened. As a result of this determination, if the predetermined time has not elapsed, the unit game in the third special game is continuing, and the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.
On the other hand, if the predetermined time has elapsed, it is the end of the unit game, so the process proceeds to step S131. In step S131, “the special prize opening opening instructing unit 307 transmits a first special prize opening closing signal to the prize opening board 203. Thereby, the first special prize opening 91 is closed.

Next, in step S132, the special winning opening release instructing unit 307 determines whether or not all the unit games in the third special game (that is, the third special game) have been completed. If the result of this determination is that the third special game has ended, processing proceeds to step S133. In step S <b> 133, the effect command generation unit 313 generates an effect command indicating the end of the third special game and transmits it to the sub control board 202. Thereby, an image indicating the end of the third special game is displayed on the effect display device 60.
Next, in step S134, the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302 and turns off the first collision probability / collision flag.

  Next, in step S135, the first winning determination unit 305a determines whether to shift to the “probability change mode” or the “short time mode” after executing the third special game. As a result of this determination, if the process proceeds to the “probability change mode” after executing the third special game, the process proceeds to step S136. In step S136, the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302 to determine whether or not the first time reduction flag is turned on. If the result of this determination is that the first time reduction flag is on, processing proceeds to step S137. In step S137, the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302 and turns off the time reduction flag. Then, the process proceeds to step S138. On the other hand, when the first time reduction flag is not turned on (when the first time reduction flag is turned off), it is not necessary to turn off the first time reduction flag, so step S137 is omitted. The process proceeds to step S138.

  In step S138, the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302 to determine whether or not the first probability variation flag is turned off. As a result of the determination, if the first probability variation flag is turned off, the process proceeds to step S139. In step S139, the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302 and turns on the first probability variation flag. Then, the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG. On the other hand, when the first probability variation flag is not turned off (when the first probability variation flag is turned on), it is not necessary to turn on the first probability variation flag, so step S139 is omitted. Returning to the main flowchart shown in FIG.

  If it is determined in step S135 that the third special game is to be executed and then the “short time mode” is entered, the process proceeds to step S140. In step S140, the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302 to determine whether or not the first probability variation flag is turned on. As a result of the determination, if the first probability variation flag is turned on, the process proceeds to step S141. In step S141, the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302 and turns off the first probability variation flag. Then, the process proceeds to step S142. On the other hand, when the first probability variation flag is not turned on (when the first probability variation flag is turned off), it is not necessary to turn off the first probability variation flag, so step S141 is omitted. Proceed to step S142.

In step S142, the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302 and determines whether or not the first time reduction flag is turned off. As a result of the determination, if the first time reduction flag is turned off, the process proceeds to step S143. In step S143, the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302 and turns on the first time reduction flag. Then, the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG. On the other hand, when the first time reduction flag is not turned off (when the first time reduction flag is turned on), it is not necessary to turn on the first time reduction flag, so step S143 is omitted. Returning to the main flowchart shown in FIG.
After executing the third special game by the above steps S135 to S143, the game is performed in the “probability change mode” or the “time reduction mode”.

  If it is determined in step S132 that the third special game has not ended, the third special game is continued (because the first urgent / impact flag is not turned off), so step S133 is performed. The process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.

  If it is determined in step S126 that the first collision probability / collision flag is not turned on, the process proceeds to step S144. In step S144, the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302 to determine whether or not the first small hit flag is turned on. As a result of this determination, if the first small hit flag is not turned on, none of the first special game, the third special game, and the game based on the small hit is executed. Return to the main flowchart. On the other hand, if the first small hit flag is on, the process proceeds to step S145. In step S 145, the first winning determination unit 305 a issues an instruction to open / close the first big winning opening 91 according to “small win” to the big winning opening releasing instruction unit 307. Thereby, the operation | movement which the 1st big winning opening 91 opens twice for 0.5 second is performed. Next, in step S146, the first winning determination unit 305a refers to the flag storage unit 302, turns off the first small hit flag, and returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.

  Note that the second special game execution process in step S7 of FIG. 7 is realized by performing the same process as in FIG. 11 for the second game performed using the second special symbol. Description is omitted.

(Game state digitization process)
Next, details of the gaming state digitizing process in step S8 of FIG. 7 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
In step S151 of FIG. 12, the gaming state determination unit 315 determines the gaming machine 100 based on the winning opening determined by the winning determination unit 301, the state of the flag stored in the flag storage unit 302, and the like. A predetermined game state is determined from the current game state.

  When the discrimination target gaming state is set as in the gaming state digitization table 400 shown in FIG. 4, the gaming state discrimination unit 315 stores the first and second bonuses stored in the flag storage unit 302. The state of the flag, the first and second time reduction flags, and the first and second small hit flags is determined. In addition, the game state determination unit 315 determines the current number of reserved lottery results based on winning at the first or third start winning opening 62, 67 and the lottery result based on the passing of the game ball to the normal symbol operating gate 68. Determine the current number of holds for. Further, the game state determination unit 315 determines the operation state of the ordinary electric accessory 65 based on, for example, the time after winning the lottery based on the passing of the game ball to the normal symbol operation gate 68.

Next, in step S152, the gaming state digitizing unit 316 reads a numerical value (point) corresponding to the gaming state determined by the gaming state determining unit 315 from the gaming state digitizing table 400, and determines the read numerical value. By giving it to the area determination table 500, the gaming state of the gaming machine 100 is converted into a numerical value (see FIG. 5).
Next, in step S153, the hitting area determination unit 317 uses the numerical value (points) assigned to the left area based on the numerical value (points) given to the hitting area determination table 500 in step S152. It is determined whether or not it is larger than a numerical value (point) given to the right region.

As a result of this determination, if the numerical value (points) given to the left region is larger than the numerical value (points) given to the right region, the process proceeds to step S154. The process proceeds to step S157.
In step S154, the hitting area determination unit 317 determines whether the right-handed indicator lamp 95 is lit. As a result of the determination, if the right-handed indicator lamp 95 is lit, the process proceeds to step S155. In step S <b> 155, the hitting area determination unit 317 transmits a right-handed indicator lamp turn-off instruction signal to the LED drive board 204. As a result, the right-handed indicator lamp 95 is turned off. Then, the process proceeds to step S156.

On the other hand, when the right-handed indicator lamp 95 is not lit, there is no need to perform a process for turning off the right-handed indicator lamp 95, so step S155 is omitted and the process proceeds to step S156.
When the process proceeds to step S156, the effect command generation unit 313 generates an effect command indicating that the area where the game ball is to be fired is the left area, and transmits the effect command to the sub-control board 202. Then, the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.

  If it is determined in step S153 that the numerical value (point) given to the left region is not larger than the numerical value (point) given to the right region, the process proceeds to step S157. In step S157, the hitting area determination unit 317 determines whether the right-handed indicator lamp 95 is turned off. As a result of the determination, if the right-handed indicator lamp 95 is turned off, the process proceeds to step S158. In step S158, the hitting area determination unit 317 transmits a right-handed indicator lamp lighting instruction signal to the LED drive board 204. As a result, the right-handed indicator lamp 95 is turned on. Then, the process proceeds to step S159.

On the other hand, when the right-handed indicator lamp 95 is not extinguished, it is not necessary to perform a process for turning on the right-handed indicator lamp 95, so step S158 is omitted and the process proceeds to step S159.
In step S159, the effect command generation unit 313 generates an effect command indicating that the area where the game ball is to be fired is the right area, and transmits the effect command to the sub-control board 202. Then, the process returns to the main flowchart shown in FIG.

  The contents of the effect command generated by the effect command generating unit 313 and the timing of transmitting the effect command are not limited to those shown in the flowcharts of FIGS.

FIG. 13 is a main flowchart showing an example of processing operations in the sub-control board 202.
In step S <b> 201 of FIG. 13, the effect command analysis unit 701 determines whether an effect command has been received from the main control board 201. If the result of this determination is that an effect command has not been received, processing proceeds to step S206, and after other processing is performed, processing returns to step S201.
On the other hand, if an effect command is received, the process proceeds to step S202. In step S202, the effect command analysis unit 701 indicates to the effect command determined to have been received in step S201 that the effect command related to the area where the game ball should be fired (the area where the game ball should be fired is the right area). By determining whether or not a production command is included, it is determined whether or not the player is prompted to make a right stroke.

  If the result of this determination is to prompt the player to make a right strike, the process proceeds to step S203. In step S203, the image generation unit 705 generates image data for notifying the player that a game ball should be fired in the right region. Thereby, the effect display device 60 displays, for example, character information indicating that it is advantageous to make a right stroke as an effect image. Then, the process proceeds to step S206, and after other processing is performed, the process returns to step S201.

  If it is determined in step S202 that the player is not prompted to make a right stroke, the process proceeds to step 204. In step S204, the effect command analysis unit 701 indicates to the effect command determined to have been received in step S201 that the effect command related to the area where the game ball should be fired (the area where the game ball should be fired is the left area). By determining whether or not a production command is included, it is determined whether or not the player is encouraged to make a left strike.

  If the result of this determination is to prompt the player to make a left strike, the process proceeds to step S205. In step S205, the image generation unit 705 generates image data for notifying the player that a game ball should be fired in the left area. Thereby, the effect display device 60 displays, as an effect image, character information indicating that, for example, it is disadvantageous if it is right-handed. Then, the process proceeds to step S206, and after other processing is performed, the process returns to step S201.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the gaming state set in the gaming state digitization table 400 among the current gaming state of the gaming machine 100 is determined, and a numerical value (point) corresponding to the determined gaming state is determined as a game. The gaming state of the gaming machine 100 is converted into a numerical value by reading from the state digitizing table 400 and assigning the read numerical value to the divided area determination table 500. If the numerical value (point) given to the left area of the hitting area determination table 500 is larger than the numerical value (point) given to the right area, a game ball is fired to the left area. If not, it is determined that a game ball should be fired in the right area.

  Therefore, by changing the allocation of numerical values (points) in the gaming state digitizing table 400, it is possible to change the conditions (notification contents) for notifying the area where the game ball should be launched. This makes it possible to change the condition (notification content) for notifying the area where the game ball should be fired without significantly changing the conditional branch of the program. Furthermore, the gaming state can be easily and accurately reflected in the notification content.

  In addition, since it is possible to determine the area where the game ball should be fired by simply comparing the numerical value assigned to the right area of the hitting area determination table 500 with the numerical value assigned to the left area, the area where the game ball should be fired Can be more easily determined. In addition, when assigning a plurality of numerical values to the same region in the divided region determination table 500, a result obtained by adding (calculating) the plurality of numerical values is provided. Therefore, even if the gaming state is complicated, the notification content can be easily determined.

  In the present embodiment, the case where the control for notifying the area where the game ball is to be emitted has been described as an example, but the gaming state is converted into a numerical value, and the gaming machine 100 is changed based on the converted numerical value. If the control is performed, it is not always necessary to perform control for notifying the region where the game ball is to be launched. For example, when the gaming state is not normal (for example, when there is an error or an illegal winning), a large numerical value that cannot be given when the gaming state is normal is given to the divided area determination table 500. So that Also, different values are assigned to the classified area determination table 500 depending on the type of error. Then, when such a large numerical value is read from the divided area determination table 500, the type of error is determined based on the numerical value, and different control is performed according to the determined type of error. Good. For example, error information may be transmitted to a hall computer managed at an amusement store, or a store clerk may be instructed to emit a calling lamp. Further, when a large numerical value that cannot be given when the gaming state is normal is read from the hitting area determination table 500, control is performed so that the game ball is not fired from the firing handle 17. Good.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the above-described one-and-one-type pachinko machine has been described as an example. However, if the gaming state is converted into a numerical value and the gaming machine is controlled based on the converted numerical value, Even with such a pachinko machine, the operation of the present embodiment can be applied.

The embodiment of the present invention described above can be realized by a computer executing a program. Further, a means for supplying the program to the computer, for example, a computer-readable recording medium such as a CD-ROM recording such a program, or a transmission medium for transmitting such a program may be applied as an embodiment of the present invention. it can. Further, a program product such as a computer-readable recording medium in which the program is recorded can also be applied as an embodiment of the present invention. The above programs, computer-readable recording media, transmission media, and program products are included in the scope of the present invention.
In addition, the above-described embodiments are merely examples of implementation in carrying out the present invention, and the technical scope of the present invention should not be construed as being limited thereto. That is, the present invention can be implemented in various forms without departing from the technical idea or the main features thereof.

It is a front view which shows embodiment of this invention and shows an example of the external appearance structure of a game machine. 1 is a block diagram illustrating an example of a system configuration of a gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention. It is a functional block diagram which shows embodiment of this invention and shows an example of a functional structure of a main control board. It is a figure which shows embodiment of this invention and shows an example of the memory content of a game state numerical conversion table. It is a figure which shows embodiment of this invention and shows an example of the arrangement | positioning area | region determination table. It is a functional block diagram which shows embodiment of this invention and shows an example of a functional structure of a sub control board. It is a main flowchart which shows embodiment of this invention and shows an example of the processing operation in a main control board. It is a flowchart which shows embodiment of this invention and demonstrates the detail of a general winning process. It is a flowchart which shows embodiment of this invention and demonstrates the detail of a normal symbol action | operation gate passage process. It is a flowchart which shows embodiment of this invention and follows FIG. It is a flowchart which shows embodiment of this invention and demonstrates the detail of a 1st start winning process. It is a flowchart which shows embodiment of this invention and follows FIG. 10 is a flowchart illustrating the embodiment of the present invention and continuing from FIG. It is a flowchart which shows embodiment of this invention and demonstrates the detail of a 1st special game execution process. It is a flowchart which shows embodiment of this invention and demonstrates the detail of a game state digitization process. It is a main flowchart which shows embodiment of this invention and shows an example of the processing operation in a sub control board.

Explanation of symbols

17 Launch handle 52 Game area 59 Normal symbol display device 60 Production display device 62 First start prize port 63 Second start prize port 65 Normal electric accessory 67 Third start prize port 68 Normal symbol operation gate 70 First symbol Special symbol display device 71 Second special symbol display device 91 First big prize opening 92 Second big prize opening 95 Right-handed indicator lamp 100 Game machine 201 Main control board 202 Sub control board 203 Prize opening board 204 LED drive board 206 Dispensing control board

Claims (5)

Game ball launching means for launching game balls into the game area of the game board;
A payout means for paying out the game ball when the game ball launched into the game area wins a winning opening;
Game state determination means for determining a state of a game performed by firing a game ball in the game area;
Gaming state digitizing means for converting the gaming state determined by the gaming state determining means into a numerical value;
A gaming machine comprising control means for controlling the gaming machine based on the numerical value converted by the gaming state digitizing means. A setting means for presetting the game state, the control content information related to the content controlled by the control means, and a numerical value;
The gaming state digitizing means reads a numerical value set in the setting means in association with the gaming state determined by the gaming state determining means,
2. The control device according to claim 1, wherein the control unit controls the gaming machine according to control content information set in the setting unit in association with the numerical value read by the gaming state digitizing unit. Gaming machine. When there are a plurality of game states discriminated by the game state discriminating means, the gaming state digitizing means reads out the numerical values set in the setting means for each of the plurality of game states, Further, when the control content information set in the setting means in association with the read numerical value is the same, an operation based on the read numerical value is performed,
The gaming machine according to claim 2, wherein the control unit controls the gaming machine according to control content information set in the setting unit in association with the numerical value on which the calculation is performed.   The control means, when there are a plurality of control content information set in the setting means in association with the numerical value obtained by the gaming state digitizing means, the numerical value obtained by the gaming state digitizing means 4. The gaming machine according to claim 2, wherein at least one of the plurality of pieces of control content information is selected based on, and the gaming machine is controlled according to the selected control content information. The control means is a plurality of areas set in advance in the game area, and informs information related to a game ball launch area to which a game ball is to be launched by the game ball launch means,
The gaming machine according to any one of claims 2 to 4, wherein the control content information includes information related to a game ball launch area notified by the notification means.

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