JP2009095562A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine capable of preventing the progress of a game from being interrupted more than needed even when the discharge of game balls inside a variable winning ball device is not detected due to some accidents. <P>SOLUTION: On the basis of the fact that all the game balls that advance to the variable winning ball device 20 are detected by accessory discharge switches 71a-73a after the opening control of the variable winning ball device 20 is executed or that a prescribed period elapses after prescribed timing (the timing of opening the variable winning ball device 20, for instance) relating to the opening control of the variable winning ball device 20, a CPU 56 performs control so as to execute the next opening control (so as to start the variation of the next special pattern, for instance). <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2009,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention includes a variable winning ball apparatus that can perform a predetermined game using a game ball, and can be controlled to an open state in which the game ball can enter and a closed state in which the game ball cannot enter, The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine or a slot machine that shifts to a specific gaming state advantageous to a player when a gaming ball enters a special area among entry areas provided in a variable winning ball apparatus.

  As a gaming machine, a game ball, which is a game medium, is launched into a game area by a launching device, and when a game ball is won in a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a predetermined number of game balls are prizes (prize balls) ) Is paid to the player. Furthermore, as a display result of the variable display of the special symbol (identification information) started in the variable display unit based on the winning of the game ball at the start winning opening, a predetermined specific display mode (specific display result) is provided. There is a gaming machine that shifts to a big hit gaming state when it is derived and displayed. Note that the derivation display is to stop and display a symbol (excluding so-called stop before re-variation). When the big hit occurs, for example, the big winning opening (one of the winning areas) is opened a predetermined number of times (for example, 16 times), and the game shifts to a big hit gaming state where the hit ball is easy to win. And in each open period, if there is a prize for a predetermined number (for example, 10) of the big prize opening, the big prize opening is closed. Hereinafter, the opening period of each special winning opening is referred to as a round.

  In addition, the gaming machine includes a variable winning ball device that performs an operation from a closed state in which a gaming ball cannot be won to an open state in which a gaming ball can be won when a predetermined condition is satisfied, and is provided in the variable winning ball device. There is a gaming machine configured to shift a gaming state to a specific gaming state based on a game ball entering a certain special region (also referred to as “V winning area”) (also referred to as “V winning area”). . In the specific gaming state, generally, the accessory having a movable member is controlled to be opened a predetermined number of times (for example, 16 times), and after the game ball enters the accessory and passes through the route member provided in the accessory. When entering the winning area, a prize ball is paid out. When the predetermined end condition is satisfied, the movable member is closed.

  In addition, a variable winning ball device and a variable display device that are in either an open state or a closed state are provided, and the variable winning ball device is opened when the display result of the variable display on the variable display device becomes a predetermined display result. When the V winning is generated in the open state, the game state is controlled to the specific game state, and when the display result of the variable display on the variable display device becomes a predetermined display result, the game state is controlled to the specific game state. There is something. In addition, when a predetermined time has elapsed after the game ball has won the variable winning ball device, if there is a game ball in the variable winning ball device, an abnormality notification process for notifying that there is an abnormal state There is one configured to stop the game while performing (see Patent Document 1).

JP 2007-61368 (paragraph 0174-0182, FIG. 20)

  However, the game ball in the variable winning ball device is not discharged by an illegal act (an act of illegally leaving a large amount of game balls in the variable winning ball device and releasing it at once and aiming for a V prize) Due to an accident (for example, when a game ball is clogged in the variable winning ball device or the discharge detection switch (discharge ball detector) cannot detect the game ball), the game ball in the variable winning ball device is discharged. It can happen that it is not detected. Even in such a case, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, it is necessary for the game store clerk to clear the ball clogging in order to release the stopped state of the game, so that the game progresses more than necessary. There is a fear.

  Therefore, the present invention provides a gaming machine that can prevent the progress of the game from being delayed more than necessary even when the discharge of the gaming ball in the variable winning ball apparatus is not detected due to some accident. For the purpose.

  The gaming machine according to the present invention can perform a predetermined game using a game ball, and can be controlled to an open state in which a game ball can enter and a variable prize ball device that can be controlled in a closed state in which a game ball cannot enter ( For example, when a game ball enters the special area (for example, the specific prize opening 66) among the entry areas provided in the variable prize ball apparatus, the second big prize opening, that is, the variable prize ball apparatus 20) is provided. A gaming machine that is shifted to a specific gaming state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player, and that is provided in a starting area (for example, a first starting winning port 11, a second starting) provided in the gaming area (for example, the gaming area 7). An opening control means capable of executing an opening control in which the variable winning ball apparatus is opened a predetermined number of times (for example, once or twice) based on the game ball entering the winning opening 12 and the third starting winning opening 13). (For example, for game control The part that executes the processing of steps S304 to S307 in the microcomputer 560) and the entry detecting means for detecting the game ball that has entered the variable winning ball apparatus (for example, the first prize winning switch 71a, the second prize winning switch 72a) , A third winning combination winning switch 73a) and a discharge detecting means (for example, a winning combination discharging switch 85a) for detecting a game ball discharged from the variable winning ball apparatus, and the opening control means is a variable winning ball apparatus. After the release control is executed (for example, after execution of the processes in steps S414 and S467), all the game balls that have entered the variable winning ball apparatus are detected by the discharge detecting means (for example, Y in step S481) or variable. Predetermined timing related to the opening control of the winning ball apparatus (for example, at the start of opening of the special variable winning ball apparatus 20; in step S415B) (It may be timing such as when a game ball enters the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 or when a special symbol starts to change.) (For example, a discharge monitoring time) has passed (for example, Based on Y in step S482, control is performed so that the next opening control can be executed (for example, the processing in step S488 is executed).

  Whether or not the difference between the number of game balls detected by the entry detection means and the number of game balls detected by the discharge detection means (for example, the value of the game ball number counter in an accessory) has reached a predetermined value (for example, 3). When it is determined by the undischarged number determination means (for example, the portion of the game control microcomputer 560 that executes the process of step S590A) that the undischarged number determination means has reached a predetermined value (for example, Y of step S590A) ) Abnormality notification means for executing abnormality notification (for example, a part for executing the process of step S590B in the game control microcomputer 560 and a part for executing the processes of steps S2011 to S2015 in the production control microcomputer 100). You may have.

  Identification information based on the establishment of a variable display start condition after the game ball has entered the starting area (for example, variable display of a special symbol is not executed and no small hit game / big hit game is executed) A variable display unit (for example, a special symbol display 8) that starts variable display of (for example, special symbols) and derives and displays the display result is provided, and a specific display result (for example, a big hit symbol) is derived and displayed on the variable display unit. Display result determining means for determining the display result of the variable display section based on the establishment of the variable display start condition (for example, for game control). A portion of the microcomputer 560 that executes the processing of steps S61 and S62) and a special game state in which the game ball is more likely to enter the starting area than in the normal state (for example, a short time state) Data setting means (for example, a part for executing the process of step S573 in the game control microcomputer 560) for setting special game state data (for example, a short time flag) indicating that the game has been transferred when the specific game state ends; A data determination means for determining whether or not special game state data is set when a game ball enters the special area (for example, a part for executing the processing of step S463 in the game control microcomputer 560), and a special Number-of-times updating means (for example, steps S135 and S149 in the gaming control microcomputer 560) for updating variable display number data (for example, the number of times that are counted by a time-count counter) each time variable display of identification information is performed in the gaming state. And the special game card After the opening control of the variable winning ball apparatus is finished, the variable display count data is updated to a specific number of times (for example, 0 when subtracting the short time count is updated) by updating the number updating means without the game ball entering the special area. Data for canceling the special game state data based on the fact that it has become (for example, Y of step S489C), or when the specific game state is started in the case of shifting to the specific game state (for example, Y of step S141) When it is determined that the special game state data is not set by the canceling means (for example, the part for executing the processing of steps S143 and S490 in the gaming control microcomputer 560) and the data determining means (for example, in step S463) N) When the specific gaming state ends, the special gaming state is controlled for the first number of times (for example, once). When the variable display count data for control is set and it is determined by the data determination means that the special game state data is set (for example, Y in step S463), the first time when the specific game state ends. Number-of-times data setting means for setting variable display number data for controlling to the special game state over a second number (for example, 100 times) larger than the number of times (for example, the game control microcomputer 560 reduces the time in step S464). Based on the fact that the winning flag is not set (N in step S575), the process of step S577 is executed. On the basis of the fact that the short time small hitting flag is set in step S464 (Y in step S575), For executing the process of step S576).

  An abnormality that determines that an abnormal winning has occurred based on the fact that the entry detecting means detects the entry of a game ball into the variable winning ball apparatus when the variable winning ball apparatus is not controlled to be in the open state by the opening control means. Winning determination means (for example, the portion of the game control microcomputer 560 that executes the processing of steps S585 and S588) and a predetermined abnormal state different from the abnormal winning in the gaming machine (for example, discharge abnormality, magnetic abnormality, vibration abnormality, Abnormal condition determination means for determining whether or not (abnormal release) has occurred (for example, a part for executing the processing of steps S590A, S591A, S592A, S593A, S593B, and S594A in the game control microcomputer 560) and abnormal winning determination It is determined by the means that an abnormal winning has occurred (for example, step S 88) or an abnormal state determination means determines that a predetermined abnormal state has occurred (eg, Y in step S590A, Y in S591A, Y in S592A, Y in S593B, Y in S594A), Steps in external output means (for example, game control microcomputer 560) for outputting a predetermined abnormal signal (for example, the abnormal signal shown in FIG. 62) to an external device (for example, a hall computer) provided outside the gaming machine And the external output means when the abnormal winning determination means determines that an abnormal winning has occurred and when the abnormal condition determining means determines that a predetermined abnormal condition has occurred. And a predetermined abnormality signal may be output to a common output terminal provided in the gaming machine. For example, a player control microcomputer 560 outputs a hall computer abnormality signal using a common connector CN9 information terminal board 34).

  A special variable winning ball device (for example, the first big prize opening, that is, the lower big prize opening) that can be controlled to an open state in which a game ball can enter in a specific game state and a closed state in which a game ball cannot enter, and a specific game state The standard value for winning the special variable winning ball device in the middle (for example, in the case of 16 rounds of big hit gaming state, if 10 gaming balls win the first big winning opening during the round, the next round will be entered. Therefore, the standard value is a value larger than 160 (a value indicating 10 × 16 rounds), and a threshold value that allows a special variable winning ball device to be awarded in a specific gaming state (for example, 16 rounds of big hit gaming state Threshold value storage means (for example, a part for executing the process of step S504 in the game control microcomputer 560) and special variable winning ball apparatus Special winning detection means (for example, count switch 23) for detecting a winning game ball, and special variable winning based on the fact that the special winning detection means has detected the winning of the game ball to the special variable winning ball device in the specific gaming state. Special winning number measuring means for measuring the number of winnings to the ball device (for example, a part for executing the processing of steps S525, S540B, and S570B in the gaming control microcomputer 560) and a normal gaming state other than the specific gaming state (for example, That the special winning detection means has detected the winning of the game ball in a gaming state other than the big hit gaming state / small hit gaming state; specifically, the state in which the processing of steps S300 to S303 in the special symbol normal processing is executed) First abnormal winning determination means for determining abnormal winning based on (for example, the game control microcomputer 5) 60, a process of determining that an abnormal winning to the first grand prize opening has occurred based on the fact that the result of step S586 becomes Y at the time of N in step S585 (part for executing step S588), and a specific game In the state, second abnormal winning determination means for determining an abnormal winning based on the fact that the number of winnings measured by the special winning number measuring means exceeds a threshold value (for example, in the game control microcomputer 560, when Y in step S585) When the value of the abnormal winning determination counter is 0 (the portion for executing step S588) and when the first abnormal winning determining means or the second abnormal winning determining means determines that the abnormal winning is determined. Abnormality notification execution means for executing abnormality notification (for example, the process of step S589 in the game control microcomputer 560) Portions for performing, and portions for performing the process of step S2006~S2010 in effect control microcomputer 100) and may comprise.

  Special variable winning ball apparatus control means for executing control for changing the special variable winning ball apparatus between a closed state and an open state in the specific game state (for example, a part for executing the processing of steps S308 to 311 in the game control microcomputer 560) ), And the special variable winning ball apparatus control means shifts to a specific gaming state among a plurality of types of opening patterns (for example, a pattern indicating the number of opening times and opening times of the first big winning opening during the big hit game). Depending on the opening pattern (for example, 3 round jackpot game opening pattern, 7 round jackpot game opening pattern, 11 round jackpot game opening pattern, 16 round jackpot game opening pattern) The winning ball apparatus is changed between a closed state and an open state, and the threshold value storage means varies depending on the open pattern. Multiple thresholds (for example, a value indicating “36” for a big hit of 3 rounds, a value indicating “84” for a big hit of 7 rounds, a value indicating “132” for a big hit of 11 rounds, In the case of 16 rounds of big hit, a value indicating “192”) may be stored (for example, the process of step S504A shown in FIG. 93 is executed).

  The threshold value storage means also stores a threshold value (for example, a value indicating three) that allows winning to the special variable winning ball apparatus in the normal gaming state (for example, the game control microcomputer 560 performs steps S46, S491, and S579). Execute) and the special winning number measuring means measures the number of winnings to the special variable winning ball apparatus based on the fact that the special winning detecting means detects the winning of the game ball to the special variable winning ball apparatus even in the normal gaming state. (For example, the game control microcomputer 560 executes step S587 based on Y in step S586), and the first abnormal winning determination means is that the number of winnings measured by the special winning number measuring means in the normal gaming state is normal. Based on the fact that the threshold value in the gaming state has been exceeded, it is determined that there is an abnormal winning (for example, the gaming control microcomputer 560 The process of determining whether or not the value of the abnormal winning determination counter is 0 when N in Step S585 is executed (Step S588), the threshold value storage means is a threshold value in the specific gaming state (for example, a value indicating 192) ) And a threshold value (for example, a value indicating three) in the normal gaming state may be stored in a common area of the storage means (for example, an abnormal winning determination counter provided in the RAM 55).

  In the first aspect of the invention, after the opening control means executes the opening control of the variable winning ball apparatus, all the game balls that have entered the variable winning ball apparatus are detected by the discharge detecting means, or the variable winning ball Based on the fact that a predetermined period has elapsed from a predetermined timing related to the opening control of the device, it is configured to control the next opening control so that it can be executed. Even if no discharge is detected, it is possible to prevent the game from stopping more than necessary without stopping the game.

  In the invention according to claim 2, the undischarged number determining means for determining whether or not the difference between the number of game balls detected by the entry detecting means and the number of game balls detected by the discharge detecting means has reached a predetermined value; And an abnormality notification means for performing abnormality notification when it is determined by the undischarged number determination means that the predetermined value has been reached, so that an illegal act (an illegally large number of game balls are left in the variable winning ball apparatus In addition, it is possible to effectively prevent the act of aiming for V winning by releasing all at once.

  In the invention described in claim 3, the special game state data is not set by the data determination means for determining whether or not the special game state data is set when the game ball enters the special area, and the data determination means. Is determined, variable display number data for controlling to the special gaming state is set for the first number of times when the specific gaming state ends, and the special gaming state data is set by the data determining means. When it is determined that, the number of times data setting means for setting variable display number data for controlling to the special gaming state over the second number of times greater than the first number of times when the specific gaming state ends. Therefore, the number of continuations of variable display in the special game state should be controlled differently depending on the game state when the variable display that triggers the transition to the specific game state is started. Can, it is possible to provide different expectations according to the playing state, it is possible to improve the game playability.

  In the invention according to claim 4, based on the fact that the abnormal winning determination means has determined that an abnormal winning has occurred or the abnormal condition determining means has determined that a predetermined abnormal condition has occurred, the gaming machine has an outside of the gaming machine. Since the external device is provided with an external output means for outputting a predetermined abnormality signal, a plurality of cases such as occurrence of an abnormal winning and occurrence of a predetermined abnormal state in the gaming machine are provided. Information indicating that an abnormality has occurred can be output to an external device. In addition, when the external output means determines that an abnormal winning has been generated by the abnormal winning determination means and when the predetermined abnormal state has been determined to have occurred by the abnormal state determination means, a common provided in the gaming machine Therefore, it is possible to prevent an increase in the number of parts of a mechanism for outputting information to an external device and a complicated wiring operation.

  In a fifth aspect of the present invention, a threshold value that is larger than a standard value of winning in the special variable winning ball device in the specific gaming state and that allows winning in the special variable winning ball device in the specific gaming state is stored. Based on threshold value storage means, special winning detection means for detecting a game ball won in the special variable winning ball apparatus, and the special winning detection means in the specific gaming state has detected the winning of the game ball to the special variable winning ball apparatus. The special winning number measuring means for measuring the number of winnings to the special variable winning ball apparatus and the special winning detecting means in the normal gaming state other than the specific gaming state is determined as an abnormal winning based on the detection of the winning of the gaming ball. A first abnormal winning determination means and a second abnormal winning determination that determines an abnormal winning based on the fact that the number of winnings measured by the special winning number measuring means exceeds a threshold value in a specific gaming state. Means, and an abnormality notification executing means for executing an abnormality notification when the first abnormal winning determination means or the second abnormal winning determination means determines that an abnormal winning has occurred. Even in the state, it is possible to accurately detect and determine an abnormal winning.

  In the invention described in claim 6, the special variable winning ball apparatus control means opens the special variable winning ball apparatus from the closed state to the closed state based on the opening pattern corresponding to the transition to the specific gaming state among the plurality of types of opening patterns. Since the threshold value storage means is configured to store different types of threshold values according to the release pattern, a plurality of types of release control with different number of opening times and release times of the special variable winning ball device. Even in a game machine in which is executed, it is possible to determine an abnormal winning based on an optimum threshold value according to the type of the opening pattern.

  In the invention described in claim 7, the threshold value storage means also stores a threshold value that allows a special variable winning ball apparatus to be awarded in the normal gaming state, and the special prize number measuring means means the special winning detection means even in the normal gaming state. The number of winnings to the special variable winning ball device is measured based on the detection of the winning of the game ball to the special variable winning ball device, and the first abnormal winning determination unit is operated by the special winning number measuring unit in the normal gaming state. Based on the measured number of winnings exceeding the threshold value in the normal gaming state, it is determined as an abnormal winning, and the threshold value storage means stores the threshold value in the specific gaming state and the threshold value in the normal gaming state in a common area of the storage means. Thus, the abnormal winning determination process can be simplified and the area of the storage means can be reduced.

Embodiment 1 FIG.
Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.
First, the overall configuration of a pachinko gaming machine that is an example of a gaming machine will be described. FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine as viewed from the front.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine 1 has a glass door frame 2 formed in a frame shape. On the lower surface of the glass door frame 2, there is a hitting ball supply tray (upper plate) 3. The lower part of the hitting ball supply tray 3 has a surplus ball receiving tray 4 for storing game balls that cannot be accommodated in the hitting ball supply tray 3 and the speed at which the hitting ball launching device launches the game balls (that is, the strength of the spring that plays the game balls). And a hitting ball operating handle (operating knob) 5 for adjusting the height).

  The player can adjust the momentum of the game ball fired from the ball striking device by rotating the operation knob 5. Specifically, by rotating the operation knob 5 to the right, the speed of the game ball fired from the hitting ball launching device gradually increases, and when it exceeds a predetermined speed, Enters the left area of the gaming area 7 from above through the hitting rail. When the operation knob 5 is further rotated to the right, the launched game ball enters the right area of the game area 7 from above. Therefore, by changing the rotation amount with the operation knob 5 rotated to the right, it is possible to adjust the momentum of the game ball launched from the hitting ball launching device, and to adjust the area into which the game ball is to be shot. .

  A game board 6 is detachably attached to the back surface of the glass door frame 2. The game board 6 is a structure including a plate-like body constituting the game board 6 and various components attached to the plate-like body. In addition, a game area 7 partitioned by guide rails is formed on the front surface of the game board 6.

  A variable winning ball apparatus 20 is arranged in the approximate center of the game area 7. Below the variable winning ball apparatus 20, a first winning prize opening 11, a second starting prize opening 12, and a variable winning ball apparatus 15 forming a third starting prize opening 13 are provided. The winning ball that has entered the first starting winning port 11 is detected by the first starting port switch 11a, and the winning ball that has entered the second starting winning port 12 is detected by the second starting port switch 12a. Guided to the back. In addition, the winning ball that has entered the third starting winning opening 13 that can be won when the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened is detected by the third starting opening switch 13 a and guided to the back of the game board 6. The variable winning ball device 15 is opened by a solenoid 15a. Hereinafter, the first start winning port 11, the second start winning port 12, and the third starting winning port 13 may be collectively referred to as “start winning ports” or may be expressed as starting winning ports 11, 12, and 13. . Further, the first start port switch 11a, the second start port switch 12a, and the third start port switch 13a may be collectively referred to as “start port switches” or may be represented as start port switches 11a, 12a, and 13a. .

  When the game ball wins the start winning opening and is detected by the start opening switch and is a small hit, the variable winning ball apparatus 20 is controlled to open and close once or twice. By the opening / closing control, the left open door 76A moves to the left from the initial position, and the right open door 76B moves to the right from the initial position, so that the variable winning ball device 20 enters the open state, and the open door 76A. , 76B return to the initial position, the variable winning ball apparatus 20 is closed. The state where the variable winning ball apparatus 20 performs the opening operation in response to the detection of the winning of the start port switch in this way is referred to as a starting operation state. Hereinafter, the variable winning ball apparatus 20 may be referred to as a grand prize opening (second grand prize opening, upper university prize opening) or an accessory. In addition, the game board 6 is provided with various kinds of winnings. Hereinafter, the winning combination means the variable winning ball apparatus 20.

  An effect display device 9 such as an LCD for effect display is provided on the back side inside the variable winning ball device 20. The effect display device 9 variably displays a decorative symbol as identification information (variable display). In this embodiment, the effect display device 9 has, for example, three variable display portions (symbol display areas) of “left”, “middle”, and “right” (see “decorative symbol display area 9a” in FIG. 75). ).

  On the right side of the variable winning ball apparatus 20, a special symbol display 8 for variably displaying a special symbol as identification information is provided. The special symbol display 8 is configured by, for example, a 7-segment display.

  Above the special symbol display 8 is provided a special symbol hold memory display 18 composed of four LEDs for displaying the number of effective winning balls with game balls in the start winning opening, that is, the starting memory number (holding memory number). ing. The special symbol hold memory display 18 displays up to four starting memory numbers in the order of winning. The special symbol storage memory display 18 increases the number of LEDs in the lit state by 1 every time there is an effective start winning in the start winning openings 11, 12, and 13. Each time variable display is started on the special symbol display 8, the number of LEDs that are lit is reduced by 1 (that is, one LED is turned off). In this example, the special symbol hold memory display 18 shifts the lighting state each time variable display is started on the special symbol display 8. As will be described later, since the start memory number is also displayed on the effect display device 9 (see “hold memory number display area 9c” in FIG. 75), the special symbol hold memory display 18 may not be provided.

  On the left side of the variable winning ball apparatus 20, a normal symbol display 10 for variably displaying normal symbols is provided. When the game ball passes through the gate 32 provided in the game area 7 and is detected by the gate switch 32a, the normal symbol display 10 displays a variable symbol of a normal symbol (in this example, a numeric display with a 7-segment LED). Be started. In this embodiment, “7” is stopped and displayed at the end of variable display in the case of winning, and other than “7” is stopped and displayed in the case of losing. In the case of winning, the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened for a predetermined time for a predetermined number of times. Above the normal symbol display 10, a normal symbol hold storage display 41 having a display unit with four LEDs for displaying the number of balls passed through the gate 32 is provided. Each time the gate 32 passes, the normal symbol storage memory display 41 increments the LED to be turned on by one. Then, every time variable display on the normal symbol display 10 is started, the number of LEDs to be lit is reduced by one. It should be noted that two gates 32 may be provided, and even if a game ball passes through any of the gates 32, the normal symbol variation may be started in one normal symbol display 10.

  Under the variable winning ball apparatus 15, there are provided large winning holes (first large winning hole, lower large winning hole) in which the open / close plate 16 is opened by the solenoid 21 in a specific gaming state (big hit gaming state). Yes. The opening / closing plate 16 is a means for opening and closing the special winning opening. The winning ball that has entered the big winning opening is detected by the count switch 23. In this embodiment, the next round in the big hit gaming state is started when a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls have won the big winning opening or when a predetermined time (for example, 29 seconds) has elapsed. (Except for the final round). Hereinafter, the grand prize opening by the variable prize ball device 20 may be referred to as a second grand prize opening (or upper university prize opening), and the grand prize opening by the opening / closing plate 16 may be referred to as a first grand prize opening (lower university prize opening). . The first grand prize winning opening and the second big winning prize opening may be collectively referred to as “large winning prize opening”.

  In addition, a winning opening (ordinary winning opening) 38 is provided on the right side of the opening / closing plate 16, and a winning opening (normal winning opening) 39 is provided on the left side of the opening / closing plate 16. The game balls that have won the game ball winning openings 38 and 39 are detected by the winning opening switches 38a and 39a. The winning openings 38 and 39 constitute a winning area provided in the game board 6 as an area for accepting game media and allowing winning. The start winning opening also constitutes a winning area that accepts game media and allows winning, and a winning area is also provided inside the large winning opening (the first and second large winning openings). When a game ball wins a winning area, a predetermined number of game balls are paid out to the player as a prize (prize ball).

  Decorative lamps blinking and displayed during the game are provided around the left and right sides of the game area 7, and an outlet 26 for collecting the game balls that have not won a prize is provided at the bottom.

  Two speakers 27 that emit sound effects are provided on the left and right upper portions outside the game area 7. On the outer periphery of the game area 7, a top frame lamp 28a, a left frame lamp 28b, and a right frame lamp 28c are provided. Further, a decoration LED is installed around each structure (variable winning ball apparatus 20 or the like) in the game area 7. The top frame lamp 28a, the left frame lamp 28b, the right frame lamp 28c, and the decoration LED are examples of a decorative light emitter provided in the gaming machine.

  In this example, a prize ball LED 51 that is lit during award ball payout is provided in the vicinity of the left frame lamp 28b, and a ball cut LED 52 that is lit when the supply ball is cut is provided in the vicinity of the right frame lamp 28c. It has been. Further, a prepaid card unit that enables lending a ball by inserting a prepaid card is installed adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine 1 (not shown).

  The game ball launched from the ball striking device enters the game area 7 through the ball striking rail, and then falls in the game area 7. The hit ball enters the start winning opening (the first starting winning opening 11, the second starting winning opening 12 or the third starting winning opening 13) and the start opening switch (the first starting opening switch 11a, the second starting opening switch 12a or the third starting opening). When detected by the mouth switch 13a), if the variable display of the symbol can be started, the special symbol starts variable display on the special symbol display 8, and the decorative symbol starts variable display on the effect display device 9. If it is not in a state in which the variable display of the symbol can be started, if the number of start winning memories which is the reserved storage of the special symbol variable display on the special symbol display 8 is not the upper limit number, the starting winning memory number is increased by one. That is, the number of LEDs to be turned on in the special symbol storage memory display 18 is increased by one.

  The variable display of special symbols (“0” to “9”) on the special symbol display 8 stops when a predetermined time has elapsed. If the special symbol at the time of stoppage is a big hit symbol (specific display result: specifically, “7”, for example), the first big hit gaming state in the big hit gaming state (big hit that starts without going through the starting operation state) Transition to gaming state. Also, when the special symbol at the time of stoppage is a small hit symbol (open display result: specifically, for example, “0” “1” “2” “4” “5” “6” “8” “9”) Is shifted to the starting operation state. The starting operation state is also referred to as a small hit gaming state. When a game ball wins a special area provided inside the variable winning ball apparatus 20 in the start operation state, the state shifts to a second big hit game state (a big hit game state started after passing through the start operation state). Note that the first jackpot gaming state and the second jackpot gaming state may be collectively referred to as a “hit gaming state (specific gaming state)”. In this embodiment, in the jackpot gaming state (the first jackpot gaming state and the second jackpot gaming state), the first jackpot is controlled to open and close 16 times (the jackpot game is executed 16 rounds).

  Next, the variable winning ball apparatus 20 will be described with reference to FIGS. 2 and 3 are front views of the variable winning ball apparatus 20 provided on the game board 6 as viewed from the front. FIG. 4 is a perspective view showing a structure having game ball passing ports 71, 72, 73 provided on the back side of the open doors 76A, 76B shown in FIGS. FIG. 5 is a perspective view showing a path from the passing port 71 to the specific winning port 66 that forms the specific region. FIG. 6 is a perspective view showing a path from the passing port 73 to the specific winning port 66 that forms the specific region. FIGS. 7A, 8A and 9 are top views of the lower part of the variable winning ball apparatus 20 as viewed from above, and FIGS. 7B and 8B are variable winning ball apparatuses. It is the front view which looked at the lower part of 20 from the front side. FIG. 9 also shows a rotating body (disk) 86 provided immediately above the specific winning opening 66. FIG. 10 is a top view of the rotator 86 as viewed from above. 3 and 5 to 9, the arrows indicate the course of the game ball.

  When the open doors 76 </ b> A and 76 </ b> B are opened by driving the opening / closing motor 75, the variable winning ball device (combination object) 20 is in a state where a game ball can enter. The game ball that has entered the accessory 20 passes through any of the passage openings 71, 72, 73 and flows down to the lower side of the accessory 20. The game ball that has passed through the passage opening 71 is detected by the first winning combination winning switch 71a, and the game ball that has passed through the passage opening 72 is detected by the second winning combination winning switch 72a and has passed through the passage opening 73. Is detected by the third prize winning switch 73a. The game ball that has passed through the passage port 72 is guided to the right in the accessory 20 through the guide rod 73A. The game ball that has passed through the passage openings 71 and 73 passes through the guide rod 71A and is guided to the left in the accessory 20. 2 shows a state in which the open doors 76A and 76B are closed and the game ball cannot enter the accessory 20, and FIG. 3 shows a state in which the open doors 76A and 76B are opened. Yes. In addition, the first prize winning switch 71a, the second prize winning switch 72a, and the third prize winning switch 73a may be collectively referred to as an “act winning prize switch”.

  Open doors 76A and 76B (not shown in FIG. 4) are provided on the front side of the structure shown in FIG. The game ball reaches one of the passage openings 71, 72, 73 through any of the three passages (routes from the front side to the back side) in the structure shown in FIG. 4. When the open doors 76A and 76B are closed (fully closed state), the game ball cannot enter any of the three passage openings 71, 72, and 73. When the open doors 76A and 76B are in the open state, the open doors 76A and 76B can enter any of the three passage openings 71, 72, and 73. Although it is possible to enter any of the passage openings 71, 72, and 73, the probability that a game ball enters the passage openings 71 and 73 is higher than the probability that the game ball enters the passage opening 72. Moreover, in the period when the open doors 76A and 76B shift from the fully open state to the fully closed state, it becomes easier to pass through the central passage port 72 as compared to the left and right passage ports 71 and 73 as the open area becomes narrower. In addition, during the period of transition from the fully closed state to the fully opened state, the game ball gradually enters a state where it can enter any of the three passage ports 71, 72, 73 from a state where the game ball easily enters the central passage port 72. Transition.

  That is, immediately after the opening doors 76A and 76B start transition from the fully closed state to the open state and immediately before returning to the fully closed state, the proportion of the game balls passing through the central passage 72 is relatively high. . Note that opening the opening doors 76A, 76B means that the accessory 20 is in an open state, and closing the opening doors 76A, 76B means that the accessory 20 is in a closed state. Moreover, the open door 76A and the open door 76B move in a symmetrical state. Moving in a symmetrical state means that the distance from the center (the central axis of the central passage port 72) to the end of the open door 76A (the end near the central passage 72) and the end of the open door 76B ( This means that the distance to the end near the central passage 72 is always the same.

  Movable members 77 and 78 are provided on the left and right sides of the accessory 20. The moving part in the movable member 77 is a movable part 77A, and the moving part in the movable member 78 is a movable part 78A. The movable portion 77A is moved by a movable portion drive solenoid 77B, and the movable portion 78A is moved by a movable portion drive solenoid 78B. The movable portion 77A and the movable portion 78A move in the vertical direction. A game ball that has won a specific winning opening 66 that forms a specific area provided at the bottom of the accessory 20 is detected by a specific area switch 66a. Note that the fact that the game ball has won the specific winning opening 66 and is detected by the specific area switch 66a is also referred to as V winning.

  As shown in FIG. 5 (A), a game ball that has passed through the passage openings 71 and 73 and is guided by a guide rod 71A (not shown in FIG. 5) passes through a passage 71B that leads to a specific winning opening 66. It is possible to reach the area. The passage 71B becomes an open portion (a saddle-shaped passage) whose upper part is open from the middle, and a disconnecting passage 71C that is a passage that is connected to the passage 71B and cannot reach a specific area is provided at the beginning of the open portion. Yes. As shown in FIG. 5 (B), the movable portion 77A prevents the passage of the game ball downstream of the passage 71B at the beginning of the opening portion of the passage 71B during operation (when in the lower position). Is guided to the disengagement passage 71C. As shown in FIG. 5A, when the movable portion 77A is in the upper position, the game ball is not blocked by the movable portion 77A, and flows down to the downstream side of the passage 71B from the position where the movable portion 77A is provided. .

  As shown in FIG. 6 (A), the game ball that has passed through the passage opening 72 and is guided by the guide rod 73A (not shown in FIG. 6) passes through the passage 73B to the specific winning opening 66 and enters the specific area. It is possible to reach. The passage 73B is an open portion (a bowl-shaped passage) that is open from the middle. The opening part of the passage 73B is curved, and there is no wall inside the curve at the beginning of the opening part. As shown in FIG. 6B, the movable portion 78A prevents the game ball from passing downstream of the passage 73B at the beginning of the opening portion of the passage 73B during operation (when in the lower position). Is guided from the portion where the inner wall does not exist to the slipping passage 73C, which is a passage that cannot reach the specific region. As shown in FIG. 6A, when the movable portion 78A is in the upper position, the game ball is not blocked by the movable portion 78A, and flows through the passage 73B along the outer wall of the curve by centrifugal force. It flows down from the position where the movable portion 78A is provided to the downstream side of the passage 73B.

  The passage 73B reaches the midway hole 74. A rotating body 86 is provided immediately below the midway hole 74. The rotating body 86 is an accessory formed in a conical shape with a volcano as a motif, and has a flat portion at the top. The game ball that has passed through the intermediate hole 74 flows down to the rotating body 86.

  As shown in FIG. 7A, the game ball that has passed through the midway hole 74 flows down to the specific area side through the passage 74B. The passage 74 </ b> B merges with the passage 71 </ b> B, which is a route from the passage openings 71 and 73, in the upper part of the rotating body 86.

  As shown in FIG. 7B, the game ball that has won the specific winning opening 66 and is detected by the specific area switch 66a is further detected by the accessory discharge switch 85a. A game ball that has not won the specific winning opening 66 is also detected by the accessory discharge switch 85a. That is, in this embodiment, all game balls that have entered the accessory 20 are detected by the accessory discharge switch 85a. Note that the game path won in the specific winning slot 66 is not detected by the accessory discharge switch 85a, and only the game balls that have not won in the specific winning slot 66 are detected by the bonus discharge switch 85a. It may be configured. In this case, the sum of the number of game balls detected by the specific area switch 66a and the number of game balls detected by the accessory discharge switch 85a is the number of game balls discharged from the accessory 20.

  As shown in FIG. 8 (A), the game balls that have passed through the slipping paths 71C and 73C do not pass through the specific winning openings 66 from the slipping openings 67 and 68 that are formed in the vicinity immediately above the specific winning openings 66. Be guided to.

  The rotating body 86 is formed in a disk shape, and is arranged with the rotation axis directed in the vertical direction. As shown in FIG. 10, a plurality of holes 86 </ b> C are formed in the outer peripheral edge of the rotating body 86, and a notch 86 </ b> A is provided in a part of the outer peripheral edge. Moreover, the area | region (internal area | region) inside the donut part in the rotary body 86 is an area | region formed in planar shape. In the example shown in FIG. 10, seven holes 86C are provided. The game ball that has entered the passage 74B from the midway hole 74 and the game ball that has passed through the passages 71B and 73B reach the outer peripheral edge of the rotating body 86. At this time, if the cutout portion 86A of the rotating body 86 is located in the front, that is, if it is located at the junction 81 (see FIG. 8) above the specific winning opening 66, the specific winning opening. 66 can be won. When the hole 86C is located, the game ball that has entered the hole 86C is moved by the rotating body 86 and is guided from the detachment port 69 to a path that does not pass through the specific winning port 66. The hole 86C is a communication hole that does not have a bottom surface. Therefore, the game ball that has entered the hole 86C can fall to the lower part, but the fall of the game 86 by the structure on the back surface of the rotating body 86 until the hole 86C containing the game ball reaches the position of the outlet 69. It is blocked. In addition, the inner wall portion of the hole portion 86C prevents the hole portion 86C from falling toward the specific winning opening 66. The space between one hole 86C and the hole 86C adjacent to the hole 86C (hereinafter referred to as a flat surface 86C) is flat, so that the game ball does not fall from there.

  As indicated by broken line arrows in FIG. 9, the rotating body 86 rotates (in this example, rotates counterclockwise) by driving of the rotating body drive motor 87 (see FIG. 10). During the rotation of the rotating body 86, the game ball that has reached the rotating body 86 when the notch 86A is positioned immediately above the specific winning opening 66 falls out from the notch 86A to the outer peripheral side of the rotating body 86, and the specific winning award. A prize can be awarded to the mouth 66.

  As shown in FIG. 10, a plurality of (two in this example) sensors 87 a and 87 b for position detection are provided in the vicinity of the rotating body 86. Each of the sensors 87a and 87b includes, for example, a light emitting element such as a light emitting diode and a light receiving element such as a photodiode or a phototransistor installed so as to sandwich the rotating body 86. The rotating body 86 is provided with a hole 87c. It has been. The hole 87 c is formed at a predetermined position in the inner region of the rotating body 86. Specifically, it is formed at a position that allows light from the light emitting element to pass to the light receiving element side when the rotating body 86 rotates and the region including the hole portion is at a position corresponding to the sensor installation position. The light receiving elements in each sensor are hereinafter referred to as a first position sensor 87a and a second position sensor 87b.

  The game ball that has passed through the intermediate hole 74 and has reached the rotating body 86 through the passage 74B is almost always dropped from the notch 86A and specified when the notch 86A is located immediately above the specific winning opening 66. Wins a prize opening 66. The passage 74B is formed on the inclined surface of the conical accessory. Accordingly, even when the flat portion 86C is positioned directly above the specific winning opening 66, the game ball passing through the passage 74B is momentum, so that the gaming ball gets over the flat portion 86C and reaches the specific winning opening 66. It is supposed to fall into.

  Therefore, in this embodiment, when the game ball passes through the central passage 72, the V prize is obtained with a higher probability than when the game ball passes through the left passage 71 or the right passage 73. Will occur. That is, the right route from the passing port 72 is easier to guide the game ball to the specific winning port 66 than the left route from the passing ports 71 and 73.

  In this embodiment, it is assumed that a winning occurs when a game ball is detected by the accessory winning switch in the small hit game state and the second big hit game state. That is, an area in which the three prize winning switches 71a, 72a, 73a are provided corresponds to the winning area. However, a switch for detecting a game ball may be provided inside the variable winning ball apparatus 20 in addition to the prize winning switch, and a winning may occur when the game ball is detected by the switch.

  Next, each board | substrate provided in the back side in the accessory (variable winning ball apparatus 20) is demonstrated. FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing the arrangement of the substrates attached to the variable winning ball apparatus 20. As shown in FIG. 11, substrates 950 </ b> A to 950 </ b> D are attached to the accessory 20 on the upper, lower, left, and right sides of the back surface, respectively. Hereinafter, the board 950A attached to the left side of the accessory 20 is referred to as the center left board, the board 950B attached to the right side is referred to as the center right board, and the board 950D attached to the upper side is referred to as the center upper board. The substrate 950C attached below is also referred to as a center lower substrate. A plurality of lamps 196a as decorative display lamps are mounted on the center left substrate 950A. A magnetic sensor 95a for detecting magnetism is mounted on the center left substrate 950A. In addition, a plurality of lamps 196b as decoration display lamps are mounted on the center right substrate 950B. In addition, a magnetic sensor 95f for detecting magnetism is mounted on the center right substrate 950B. In addition, a plurality of lamps 196c as decoration display lamps are mounted on the center lower substrate 950C. In addition, three magnetic sensors 95b, 95c, and 95e for detecting magnetism are mounted on the center lower substrate 950C. Hereinafter, the magnetic sensor 95a is referred to as a first magnetic sensor, the magnetic sensor 95b is referred to as a second magnetic sensor, the magnetic sensor 95c is referred to as a third magnetic sensor, the magnetic sensor 95d is referred to as a fourth magnetic sensor, and the magnetic sensor 95e is referred to as a magnetic sensor 95e. It is called a fifth magnetic sensor, and the magnetic sensor 95f is also called a sixth magnetic sensor. In addition, a plurality of lamps 196d as decorative display lamps are mounted on the center upper substrate 905D.

  In this embodiment, reed switches are used as the magnetic sensors 95a to 95f. The reed switch is formed so that two ferromagnetic leads are opposed to each other with a predetermined contact interval and sealed in a glass tube. When a magnetic field is applied to the reed switch from the outside in the axial direction of the lead, the lead is magnetized, and the opposite free ends are attracted and contacted with each other, thereby making the circuit conductive.

  The magnetic sensors 95a to 95f detect the presence of abnormal magnetism and detect a detection signal when an illegal act is attempted such that a game ball that has entered the accessory 20 is awarded to the specific winning opening 66 using a magnet or the like. Output. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 11, each magnetic sensor 95a-95f is arrange | positioned in the direction where a longitudinal direction cross | intersects the surface of the front glass of the glass door frame 2, and it uses a magnet from the front glass side. It is easier to detect fraudulent behavior. Due to its structure, the reed switch has directivity so as to strongly detect magnetism in the longitudinal direction, and does not have strong directivity in a direction crossing the longitudinal direction. For this reason, if an arrangement is made such that the direction intersecting the longitudinal direction of the reed switch is located at a site where an illegal act using a magnet is likely to be performed, an illegal act using a magnet may not be detected well. Therefore, in this embodiment, each magnetic sensor 95a-95f which is a reed switch is arrange | positioned so that it may be located in a longitudinal direction with respect to the site | part in which the illegal act using a magnet is easy to be performed.

  Also, as shown in FIG. 11, a vibration sensor board 96 on which a vibration sensor 96a is mounted is attached to the lower right side of the portion of the game board 6 where the accessory 20 is attached. In this embodiment, when an illegal act such as shaking a gaming machine is performed, the vibration sensor 96a detects vibration and outputs a detection signal. The vibration sensor 96a may be provided on another board such as the main board 31 or the effect control board 80.

  FIG. 12 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of how the game progresses in the gaming machine of this embodiment. As shown in FIG. 12, when the game ball is won at the start winning opening and the detection signal of any of the start opening switches 11a, 12a, 13a is turned on, that is, when a start winning occurs, the progress of the game is controlled. A lottery is executed by the game control means. The result of the lottery is “big hit”, “small hit” or “out of game”. Then, the variation (variable display) of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is started. When the variation of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is finished, when the big hit is determined (when the big hit symbol is derived and displayed), the gaming state is shifted to the big hit gaming state (first big hit gaming state). In the first big hit gaming state, the opening / closing control of the big winning opening (first big winning opening) by the opening / closing plate 16 is performed 16 times (16 rounds, 1 round opening allowable time is 29 seconds). In this embodiment, the number of rounds in the big hit gaming state is fixed at 16, but the number of rounds (for example, any one of 2 rounds, 7 rounds, and 16 rounds) may be determined by lottery or the like.

  When the small hit is determined (when the small hit symbol is derived and displayed), the game control means controls the accessory 20 to the open state and starts the starting operation. In the starting operation state, the accessory 20 is open for 0.9 seconds. The number of times of opening (number of times of opening) is once or twice. In the start-up operation state, when a game ball wins the accessory 20, and when the game ball wins the specific winning slot 66 and is detected by the specific area switch 66a, a V prize is generated. When a V prize is generated, the gaming state is shifted to a big hit gaming state (second big hit gaming state). Even in the second big hit gaming state, the opening / closing control of the big winning opening (first big winning opening) by the opening / closing plate 16 is performed 16 times (16 rounds, 1 round opening allowance time is 29 seconds). In this embodiment, the number of rounds in the big hit gaming state is fixed at 16, but the number of rounds (for example, any one of 2 rounds, 7 rounds, and 16 rounds) may be determined by lottery or the like. In the start operation state, when no V winning is generated, the game does not shift to the second big hit gaming state.

  In this embodiment, when the small hit game (the game in the starting operation state) is completed, the predetermined display using the effect display device 9 or the like (the effect after the starting operation state) is performed before shifting to the second big hit game state. Is executed. Note that the effect after the start operation state is executed even when the V winning is not generated in the small hit game.

  FIG. 13 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the change of the special symbol and the start of the small hit game. As shown in FIG. 13, when the “start winning prize” occurs, the special symbol display 8 changes the special symbol, and the effect display device 9 performs the display effect in synchronization therewith. When the variation time has elapsed, a special symbol stop symbol is derived and displayed. If the stop symbol is not a big hit symbol, the accessory 20 is released (blade released) and a small hit game is started. As will be described below, the decorative display pattern 9 is changed in the effect display device 9 in synchronization with the change of the special pattern (see FIG. 75), but in FIG. 13, the decorative pattern change is omitted. . Moreover, although the display of the reserved memory number is performed on the effect display device 9 (see FIG. 75), the display of the reserved memory number is omitted in FIG. Furthermore, in the time-short state, the remaining number of times is displayed on the effect display device 9 (see FIG. 75), but in FIG. 13, the display of the number of remaining times is omitted.

  FIG. 14 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the variation of the special symbol and the decorative symbol, the start of the small hit game, and the start of the big hit game. As shown in FIG. 14, when the “start winning prize” occurs, the special symbol display 8 changes the special symbol, and the effect display device 9 performs the display effect in synchronization therewith. Note that the example shown in FIG. 14 is an example in which variation patterns # 7A to # 7C described later are used. When the fluctuation time has elapsed, a special symbol stop symbol is derived and displayed, and the stop symbol is a small hit symbol (“0” “1” “2” “4” “5” “6” “8” “9”). In such a case, the accessory 20 is opened (blade opened) and the small hit game is started. When the stop symbol is a jackpot symbol (“7”), a jackpot display (“big hit”) is performed and a jackpot game is started. In that case, the small hit game (game in the starting operation state) is not executed. When the stop symbol is the off symbol (“3”), neither the small hit game nor the big hit game is started, and the process proceeds to the next symbol variation.

  Thus, in this embodiment, the jackpot game state (first jackpot game state) that occurs when the stop symbol of the special symbol becomes a specific symbol, and the jackpot that occurs when a V-winning occurs in the jackpot game Since there is a game state (second jackpot game state), the player can enjoy a plurality of types of jackpot games. Note that when the variation patterns # 7A to # 7C are used, the variation time is long, so even if the result is a small hit, the player is not required to go through the starting operation state until the variation time ends. It can be expected to occur. This is the same when the variation patterns # 8A to # 8C and # 9A to # 9C are used. In addition, as will be described below, the decoration display pattern 9 is changed in the effect display device 9 in synchronization with the change of the special pattern. However, in FIG. 14, the decoration pattern change is omitted.

  FIG. 15 is an explanatory diagram for explaining a discharge monitoring period in the small hit game. FIG. 15 (A) shows an example in which the game ball does not win the game 20 at all when the game 20 is opened in the starting operation state. In the example shown in FIG. 15 (A), in order to measure the longest period (discharge monitoring period) for monitoring whether or not all winning game balls are discharged into the accessory 20 at the timing when the accessory 20 is released. Start the emission monitoring timer. Then, after the accessory 20 is opened for a predetermined time (0.9 seconds in this example), the accessory 20 is closed for a predetermined time (2 seconds in this example), and then for a certain time (3 seconds in this example). An effect (for example, an effect illustrated in FIG. 85A) is executed. At the time when the performance is executed for a certain time, the discharge monitoring timer has not timed out. However, in the example shown in FIG. 15 (A), since the game ball is not won in the accessory 20 when the accessory 20 is released, it is monitored whether or not the game ball in the accessory 20 has been discharged any more. There is no need to do. Therefore, when the effect is executed for a certain time, the next special symbol change is started.

  FIG. 15 (B) shows a case where the game ball wins the winning combination 20 when the winning combination 20 is opened in the starting operation state but does not win the V winning combination (and is discharged before the timeout of the discharge monitoring timer). An example of (when detected) is shown. Also in the example shown in FIG. 15B, the discharge monitoring timer is started at the timing when the accessory 20 is released. In the example shown in FIG. 15B, when the accessory 20 is released for a predetermined time (0.9 seconds in this example), the game ball wins the accessory 20, and the accessory winning switches 71a to 73a are used. A winning game ball is detected. Further, when the accessory 20 is closed for a predetermined time (in this example, 2 seconds), and then an effect (for example, the effect illustrated in FIG. 85B) for a certain time (in this example, 3 seconds) is being executed. In addition, the discharge of the game ball is detected by the accessory discharge switch 85a. At the time when the performance is executed for a certain time, the discharge monitoring timer has not timed out. However, since all the game balls that have won the winning combination 20 have been detected at this time, it is not necessary to monitor whether or not the gaming balls in the combination 20 have been discharged any more. Therefore, when the effect is executed for a certain time, the next special symbol change is started. If all the game balls that have won the winning combination 20 are detected to be discharged, even before the performance for a certain period of time (3 seconds in this example) is executed, the point in time (all game balls are discharged) You may make it start the fluctuation | variation of the next special symbol at the time of detection). According to such a configuration, the next special symbol change can be started at an early stage.

  FIG. 15C shows a case where the game ball wins the accessory 20 when the accessory 20 is opened in the starting operation state but does not win the V (and the discharge monitoring timer without detecting discharge). Example) is shown. Also in the example shown in FIG. 15C, the discharge monitoring timer is started at the timing when the accessory 20 is released. Also in the example shown in FIG. 15C, the game ball wins the game 20 when the game 20 is released for a predetermined time (0.9 seconds in this example), and the game winning switches 71a to 73a are used. A winning game ball is detected. However, in the example shown in FIG. 15C, the accessory 20 is closed for a predetermined time (in this example, 2 seconds), and an effect (for example, illustrated in FIG. 85B) for a certain time (in this example, 3 seconds). When the effect) is being executed, the discharge of the game ball is not detected by the accessory discharge switch 85a. That is, the game ball remains in the accessory 20. Therefore, it is monitored whether or not all game balls that have won the winning combination 20 have been discharged until the discharge monitoring timer times out. At this time, if it is confirmed that all the game balls won in the winning combination 20 have been discharged, the next special symbol change is started at that time. Further, as shown in FIG. 15C, even when it is not confirmed that all the game balls won in the accessory 20 are discharged at the time when the discharge monitoring timer times out, the following special symbol change is performed. Let it begin.

  In this way, even if it is not confirmed that all the game balls won in the winning combination 20 have been discharged, the next processing (when the V winning is not won, the next processing is performed when the discharge monitoring timer times out). The special symbol normal process for starting the variation of the special symbol of the game, and when the V prize is won, it is configured to execute the big prize opening opening pre-process for shifting to the big hit game state. The game is stopped even if the game ball is clogged in the game 20 or the discharge of the game ball in the game 20 is not detected (eg, when the game ball discharge switch 85a cannot detect the game ball). There is nothing. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the progress of the game from being delayed more than necessary. If the game balls stored in the accessory 20 are left as they are, there is a possibility that a large amount of game balls may be stored in the accessory 20 and released at once to aim for a V prize. Therefore, in order to prevent such an illegal act, in this embodiment, when a predetermined number of game balls are stored in the accessory 20, it is determined that a discharge abnormality has occurred and an abnormality is notified. (See steps S590A to S590C in FIG. 69).

  As shown in FIG. 15, in this embodiment, every time the start operation is completed (every time corresponding to the start operation state, that is, every time corresponding to the variable display in which the display result is a small hit symbol), the production is always performed. Executed. In this embodiment, the production time is constant, but the production time may be changed depending on, for example, when a V prize is generated and when a V prize is not generated.

  FIG. 16 is an explanatory diagram showing a relationship between a special symbol stop symbol and a winning type. As shown in FIG. 16, the stop symbol of the special symbol includes an outlier symbol (“3” in this example), a big hit symbol (“7” in this example), and a small hit symbol (“3” in this example). And “other than“ 7 ”). As shown in FIG. 16, the small hit symbol corresponds to the number of times (one or two) of opening of the accessory 20 in the starting operation state.

  In this embodiment, when the big hit (first big hit) occurs directly (without going through the starting operation) based on the fact that the big hit symbol has been stopped as the stop symbol of the special symbol, Also, when the small winning symbol is stopped as the stop symbol, the start operation state (small hit gaming state) is entered, and a big win (second big hit) is generated due to the occurrence of a V prize in the starting operation state. The first big winning opening is shifted to 16 round big hits that are opened 16 times. However, when the first big hit occurs, the number of rounds of the big hit is 16 rounds, but when the second big hit occurs, the number of rounds of the big hit may be different from the 16 rounds (for example, a small number of rounds). . Also, the number of rounds for big hits may vary depending on the type of small hits symbol. For example, when the small hit symbol of “0”, “1”, “2” is stopped, it is set to 3 rounds. When the small hit symbol of “4”, “5”, “6” is stopped, it is set to 7 rounds. When the small winning symbol “9” is stopped, 11 rounds may be used. Alternatively, a random number may be extracted based on the game ball passing through the specific winning opening 66 (V winning has occurred), and the number of big hits may be determined based on the extracted random value.

  It should be noted that the second big prize opening (the accessory 20) is controlled to be in an open state only in the starting operation state (small hit game state). Therefore, in a game state other than the start operation state, the game ball does not win the second big prize opening (the accessory 20). Therefore, when a winning is detected inside the second grand prize opening in a gaming state other than the starting operation state, the winning is not a regular winning (abnormal winning). Therefore, in this embodiment, when an abnormal winning occurs, a notification to that effect is given. Therefore, it is easy to find fraud in a gaming machine equipped with the second grand prize opening (the accessory 20).

  Further, the first big winning opening (large winning opening by the opening / closing plate 16) is controlled to be opened only in the big hit gaming state. Therefore, in a gaming state other than the big hit gaming state, the game ball does not win the first big winning opening. Therefore, if a winning is detected inside the first big winning opening in a gaming state other than the big hit gaming state, the winning is not a regular winning (abnormal winning). Therefore, in this embodiment, when an abnormal winning occurs, a notification to that effect is given. Therefore, it is easy to find fraud in a gaming machine equipped with a first grand prize opening.

  FIG. 17 is a block diagram showing an example of the circuit configuration of the main board (game control board) 31. As shown in FIG. FIG. 17 also shows a payout control board 37, an effect control board 80, and the like. A game control microcomputer (corresponding to game control means) 560 for controlling the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a program is mounted on the main board 31. The game control microcomputer 560 includes a ROM 54 for storing a game control (game progress control) program and the like, a RAM 55 as storage means used as a work memory, a CPU 56 for performing control operations in accordance with the program, and an I / O port unit 57. including. In this embodiment, the ROM 54 and the RAM 55 are built in the game control microcomputer 560. That is, the game control microcomputer 560 is a one-chip microcomputer. The one-chip microcomputer only needs to incorporate at least the CPU 56 and the RAM 55, and the ROM 54 may be external or built-in. Further, the I / O port unit 57 may be externally attached.

  The game control microcomputer 560 further includes a random number circuit 503 for generating hardware random numbers. The random number circuit 503 may be provided outside the game control microcomputer 560 on the main board 31 instead of being built in the game control microcomputer 560.

  The RAM 55 is a backup RAM as a non-volatile storage means, part or all of which is backed up by a backup power supply created on the power supply board. In this embodiment, the entire RAM 55 is backed up.

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

  In addition, the gate switch 32a, the first start opening switch 11a, the second start opening switch 12a, the third start opening switch 13a, the first winning combination winning switch 71a, the second winning combination winning switch 72a, and the third winning combination winning switch 73a. , A specific area switch 66a, an accessory discharge switch 85a, a prize opening switch 38a, 39a, a count switch 23, an input driver circuit for supplying detection signals from the first position sensor 87a and the second position sensor 87b to the game control microcomputer 560. 58 is also mounted on the main board 31. Further, a solenoid 15a for opening / closing the variable winning ball apparatus 15, a solenoid 21 for opening / closing the opening / closing plate 16, an opening / closing motor 75 for opening / closing the opening / closing doors 76A, 76B, a movable part driving solenoid 77B for operating the movable part 77A, An output circuit 59 for driving the movable portion drive solenoid 78B for operating the movable portion 78A in accordance with a command from the game control microcomputer 560 is also mounted on the main board 31. Further, an information output circuit (not shown) for outputting an information output signal such as jackpot information indicating the occurrence of a jackpot gaming state to an external device such as a hall computer is also mounted on the main board 31.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 inputs detection signals from the magnetic sensors 95 a to 95 f and the vibration sensor 96 a through the I / O port unit 57.

  In addition, the game control microcomputer 560 includes a special symbol display 8 that variably displays special symbols, a normal symbol display 10 that variably displays normal symbols, a special symbol hold memory display 18, and a normal symbol hold memory display 41. Perform display control.

  In this embodiment, an effect control means (configured by an effect control microcomputer) mounted on the effect control board 80 receives an effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560 via the relay board 177. The display control of the effect display device 9, the lighting control of the lamp, and the control of the speaker 27 are performed.

  FIG. 18 is a block diagram illustrating a circuit configuration example of the relay board 177, the effect control board 80, the lamp driver board 35, and the audio output board 70. In the example shown in FIG. 18, the lamp driver board 35 and the audio output board 70 are not equipped with a microcomputer, but may be equipped with a microcomputer. Further, without providing the lamp driver board 35 and the audio output board 70, only the effect control board 80 may be provided for effect control.

  The effect control board 80 has an effect control microcomputer 100 including an effect control CPU 101 and a RAM. The RAM may be externally attached. In the effect control board 80, the effect control CPU 101 operates in accordance with a program stored in a built-in or external ROM (not shown), and receives a capture signal from the main board 31 input via the relay board 177 ( In response to the (effect control INT signal), an effect control command is received via the input driver 102 and the input port 103. Further, the effect control CPU 101 causes the VDP (video display processor) 109 to perform display control of the effect display device 9 based on the effect control command.

  The effect control command and the effect control INT signal are first input to the input driver 102 on the effect control board 80. The input driver 102 allows the signal input from the relay board 177 to pass only in the direction toward the inside of the effect control board 80 (does not pass the signal in the direction from the inside of the effect control board 80 to the relay board 177). It is also a unidirectional circuit as a regulating means.

  Further, the signal input from the main board 31 is allowed to pass through the relay board 177 only in the direction toward the effect control board 80 (the signal is not passed in the direction from the effect control board 80 to the relay board 77). A unidirectional circuit 177A as a means is mounted. For example, a diode or a transistor is used as the unidirectional circuit. FIG. 18 illustrates a diode. A unidirectional circuit is provided for each signal. Furthermore, since the effect control command and the effect control INT signal are output from the main board 31 via the output port 571 that is a unidirectional circuit, the signal directed from the relay board 177 to the inside of the main board 31 is restricted. That is, a signal from the relay board 177 does not enter the inside of the main board 31 (on the game control microcomputer 560 side). The output port 571 is a part of the I / O port unit 57 shown in FIG. Further, a signal driver circuit that is a unidirectional circuit may be further provided outside the output port 571 (on the relay board 77 side).

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

  In the lamp driver board 35, a signal for driving the lamp is input to the lamp driver 352 via the input driver 351. The lamp driver 352 amplifies a signal for driving the lamp and supplies the amplified signal to each lamp provided on the frame side such as the top frame lamp 28a, the left frame lamp 28b, and the right frame lamp 28c. Further, it is supplied to a decorative lamp (not shown) provided on the frame side.

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

  The signal for driving the lamp and the sound number data are communicated between the effect control CPU 101, the lamp driver board 35, and the audio output board 70, such that a response signal is transmitted from the signal reception side to the transmission side. Communication).

  The effect control CPU 101 reads necessary data from a character ROM (not shown) in accordance with the received effect control command. The character ROM is for storing character image data displayed on the effect display device 9, specifically, a person, a character, a figure, a symbol or the like (including a decorative design and a background design) in advance. The effect control CPU 101 outputs the data read from the character ROM to the VDP 109. The VDP 109 executes display control based on the data input from the effect control CPU 101.

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

  FIG. 19 is a circuit diagram showing the internal configuration of the information terminal board. In the information terminal board 34 shown in FIG. 19, the left connector CN corresponds to a connector for connecting a cable for transmitting a signal from the main board 31, and the right connectors CN1 to CN9 are signals to the hall computer. It corresponds to a connector for connecting a cable for transmitting the signal. The semiconductor relays (PhotoMOS relays) PC1 to PC9 correspond to driver circuits.

  When the cable from the main board 31 is connected to the connector CN, various signals are input to the information terminal board 34 from the main board 31 (game control microcomputer 560). Specifically, the start port 1 signal is input to the terminal “2” of the connector CN, the start port 2 signal is input to the terminal “3” of the connector CN, and the start port 3 signal is input to the terminal “4” of the connector CN. Then, the symbol determination frequency signal is input to the terminal “5” of the connector CN, one jackpot signal is input to the terminal “6” of the connector CN, and two jackpot signals are input to the terminal “7” of the connector CN. A V signal is input to the terminal “8” of the CN, an accessory count signal is input to the terminal “9” of the connector CN, and an abnormal signal is input to the terminal “10” of the connector CN.

  As shown in FIG. 19, in the information terminal board 34, the signal line of the reference potential is connected to the terminal “1” of the connector CN, the signal line branches, and the input terminals “1” of the respective semiconductor relays PC1 to PC9. "It is connected to the. The signal lines connected to the terminals “2” to “11” of the connector CN are respectively connected to the input terminals “2” of the semiconductor relays PC1 to PC9 via 1 KΩ resistors R1 to R9. The signal lines connected to the output terminals “4” of the semiconductor relays PC1 to PC9 are connected to the terminals “1” of the connectors CN1 to CN9, respectively. The signal lines connected to the output terminals “3” of the semiconductor relays PC1 to PC9 are connected to the terminals “2” of the connectors CN1 to CN9, respectively.

  In the semiconductor relays PC1 to PC9, when a signal current flows through the input terminal, the light emitting element (LED) on the input side emits light. The emitted light is applied to the photoelectric element (solar cell) provided opposite to the LED through the transparent silicon. The photoelectric element that has received the light is exchanged for voltage according to the amount of light, and this voltage passes through the control circuit to charge the MOSFET gate of the output section. When the MOSFET gate voltage supplied from the photoelectric element reaches the set voltage value, the MOSFET becomes conductive and turns on the load. When the signal current at the input terminal is cut off, the light emitting element (LED) stops emitting light. When the light emission of the LED stops, the voltage of the photoelectric element decreases, and when the voltage supplied from the photoelectric element decreases, the gate load of the MOSFET is rapidly discharged by the control circuit. With this control circuit, the MOSFET is turned off and the load is turned off.

  By the operations of the semiconductor relays PC1 to PC9 as described above, signals input from the input side connector CN are transmitted to the output side connectors CN1 to CN9 and output to the hall computer. Specifically, a start port 1 signal is output from the connector CN1, a start port 2 signal is output from the connector CN2, a start port 3 signal is output from the connector CN3, and a symbol determination number signal is output from the connector CN4. One signal is output from CN5, two signals are output from connector CN6, a V signal is output from connector CN7, a function number signal is output from connector CN8, and an abnormal signal is output from connector CN9.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 19, an abnormal winning at the grand prize winning opening (first big winning prize opening), an abnormal discharge of an accessory (second big winning prize opening), and a magnetic abnormality around the big winning prize opening. When an abnormal vibration state of the gaming machine or an abnormal opening of the big prize opening (first big prize opening) is detected, an abnormal signal is output using the common connector CN9. Therefore, it is possible to prevent an increase in the number of parts of a mechanism for outputting information to an external device such as a hall computer and complication of wiring work.

  As described above, by providing the semiconductor relays PC1 to PC9 on the information terminal board 34, signal input from the outside to the inside of the gaming machine can be prevented, and as a result, illegal acts can be reliably prevented. . In the above example, the semiconductor relays PC1 to PC9 are provided on the information terminal board 34, but other relay elements such as a mechanical relay may be used instead of the semiconductor relays PC1 to PC9.

  FIG. 20 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration in which the open detection sensor 92 installed in the vicinity of the special winning opening detects that the special winning opening has been opened. It is assumed that the open detection sensor 92 includes a light emitting unit 92a and a light receiving unit 92b that is installed in a direction facing the light emitting unit 92a and receives light emitted from the light emitting unit 92a.

  FIG. 20A shows that the open / close plate 16 of the special winning opening is in a closed state. As shown in FIG. 20A, the solenoid arm 21b of the solenoid 21 is stopped at a position where it is pushed away from the main body of the solenoid 21 by the spring 21c. The link 130 that rotates about the shaft 140a has convex portions 130a, 130b, and 130c, and is connected to the solenoid arm 21b at the end of the convex portion 130b. Then, as shown in FIG. 20A, the opening / closing plate 16 is closed by the protruding portion 130a and the protruding portion 130c of the link 130 at the protruding portion 20a provided at the end of the door of the opening / closing plate 16. Locked in position.

  As shown in FIG. 20A, in the closed state of the opening / closing plate 16, the convex portion 130a provided on the link 130 is located between the light emitting portion 92a and the light receiving portion 92b of the open detection sensor 92. Therefore, the light receiving portion 92b of the open detection sensor 92 cannot receive the light emitted from the light emitting portion 92a. The light receiving unit 92b of the open detection sensor 92 does not output a big prize opening signal when the light emitted from the light emitting unit 92a cannot be received.

  When the solenoid 21 is energized, the solenoid arm 21b coupled to the plunger 21a moves in a direction approaching the main body of the solenoid 21. When the solenoid arm 21 b moves in a direction approaching the main body of the solenoid 21, the link 130 connected to the solenoid arm 21 b at the end of the convex portion 130 b rotates about the shaft 140 a, and the convex portion 130 a is connected to the opening / closing plate 16. The opening / closing plate 16 is rotated about the shaft 140b so as to open the opening / closing plate 16 by pushing up the convex portion 20a provided at the end of the door.

  As shown in FIG. 20B, the convex portion 130a provided on the link 130 is between the light emitting portion 92a and the light receiving portion 92b of the open detection sensor 92 in the open state of the opening / closing plate 16 of the special winning opening. The light receiving unit 92b of the open detection sensor 92 can receive light emitted from the light emitting unit 92a. The light receiving unit 92b of the opening detection sensor 92 outputs a big prize opening signal when receiving light emitted from the light emitting unit 92a.

  In addition, you may detect by other methods whether the opening-and-closing plate 16 is an open state. Specifically, for example, whether or not the open / close plate 16 is in an open state by a switch installed at a position pressed by any of the convex portions provided on the link 130 in the open state of the open / close plate 16. It may be detected. Further, for example, whether the opening / closing plate 16 is in an open state may be detected by a switch installed at a position pressed by the solenoid arm 21b when the opening / closing plate 16 is in an open state. Further, the open detection sensor 92 may be realized by a reflective photosensor. Further, the open detection sensor 92 may be installed at another position (specifically, for example, the top surface of the opening / closing plate 16). That is, as long as the open / close detection sensor 92 can detect that the opening / closing plate 16 is physically open, any location and type of sensor may be installed. In order to prevent a game ball from colliding with the opening detection sensor 92 and damaging the opening detection sensor 92, as illustrated in FIG. 20 in the description of the present embodiment, the opening detection sensor 92 is directly connected to the game. It is preferable to be provided in a place that does not contact the sphere.

  Next, the operation of the gaming machine will be described. FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing a main process executed by the game control microcomputer 560 on the main board 31. When power is supplied to the gaming machine and power supply is started, the input level of the reset terminal to which the reset signal is input becomes high level, and the gaming control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) After executing the security check process, which is a process for confirming whether the contents of the program are valid, the main process after step S1 is started. In the main process, the CPU 56 first performs necessary initial settings.

  In the initial setting process, the CPU 56 first sets the interrupt prohibition (step S1). Next, the interrupt mode is set to interrupt mode 2 (step S2), and a stack pointer designation address is set to the stack pointer (step S3). After initialization of the built-in device (CTC (counter / timer) and PIO (parallel input / output port), which are built-in devices (built-in peripheral circuits)) is performed (step S4), the RAM is accessible (Step S5). In interrupt mode 2, the address synthesized from the value (1 byte) of the specific register (I register) built in the CPU 56 and the interrupt vector (1 byte: least significant bit 0) output from the built-in device is This mode indicates an interrupt address. The CPU 56 also executes processing for initializing the random number circuit 503. The CPU 56 makes settings for causing the random number circuit 503 to update the value of the random R. The random number circuit 503 generates a random number using a predetermined clock signal. As an example, the random number circuit 503 is set to output any numerical value of 0 to 598 to the CPU 56 when the numerical value is read from the CPU 56.

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

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

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

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

  Further, the CPU 56 transmits a power failure recovery designation command as an initialization command at the time of power supply recovery (step S43). Then, the process proceeds to step S15.

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

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

  By the processing in steps S10 to S12, for example, an initial value (for example, 0) is set to a flag for performing processing selectively according to the control state, such as a special symbol process flag.

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

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

  Further, the CPU 56 sets a value of “3” as a threshold value in the abnormal winning determination counter that counts the number of abnormal winnings (step S46). The threshold set in step S46 is a big winning opening in the normal state other than the big hit gaming state (the first big winning gaming state, the second big hit gaming state) and the small hit gaming state (starting operation state) (the first big winning hole 16). , A value that allows a game ball to be awarded to the second big prize opening 20). In other words, in a normal state, a game ball should not normally win the grand prize opening (first grand prize opening 16, second grand prize opening 20), but the big prize opening (first grand prize opening 16, first prize winning opening 16, It is also conceivable that a game ball is jammed in the two big winning holes 20), and that the winning of the game ball is detected when the clog is eliminated after the big hit gaming state / small hit gaming state is completed. Further, there may be a case in which it is erroneously detected that a detection signal is output from the count switch 23 or the prize winning prize switches 71a to 73a due to noise or the like. Therefore, in this embodiment, even if the count switch 23 or the like detects a game ball in the normal state, if the number of detections is up to two times (that is, the number of winning prizes in the big prize opening is up to two), In order to allow the winning of the game balls, the value “3” is set as the threshold value in step S46. As will be described later, when the detection number of the count switch 23 or the like is three, it is determined that an abnormal winning has occurred, and processing for executing abnormality notification is executed (see steps S588 and S589 in FIG. 68). The abnormal winning determination counter is formed in a predetermined area of the RAM 55.

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

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

  Although not shown in FIG. 21, when the power is turned on (for example, after execution of the process of step S5, after execution of the process of step S45, etc.), control for returning the rotating body 86 to the initial position is executed.

  When the timer interrupt occurs, the CPU 56 executes the timer interrupt process of steps S20 to S35 shown in FIG. In the timer interrupt process, first, a power-off detection process for detecting whether or not a power-off signal is output (whether or not an on-state is turned on) is executed (step S20). The power-off signal is output, for example, when a voltage drop monitoring circuit mounted on the power supply board detects a drop in the voltage of the power supplied to the gaming machine. In the power-off detection process, when detecting that the power-off signal has been output, the CPU 56 executes a power supply stop process for saving necessary data in the backup RAM area. Next, via the input driver circuit 58, the gate switch 32a, the first start opening switch 11a, the second start opening switch 12a, the third start opening switch 13a, the first winning combination winning switch 71a, and the second winning combination winning switch 72a. , Third prize winning switch 73a, specific area switch 66a, prize discharging switch 85a, prize opening switches 38a and 39a, V prize winning switch 22, count switch 23, first position sensor 87a and second position sensor 87b detection signals Are input, and their state is determined (switching process: step S21).

  Next, the CPU 56 executes a display control process for performing display control of the special symbol display 8, the normal symbol display 10, the special symbol hold storage display 18, and the normal symbol hold storage display 41 (step S22). For the special symbol display 8 and the normal symbol display 10, control is performed to output a drive signal to each display according to the contents of the output buffer set in steps S33 and S34.

  In addition, the CPU 56 performs a process for notifying an abnormal winning when, for example, it is detected that a game ball has won a prize winning slot at a time other than the regular time (step S23: abnormal winning notifying process).

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

FIG. 23 is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. Each random number is used as follows.
(1) Random 2: Determine the variation pattern (variation time) of a special symbol (for variation pattern determination)
(2) Random 3: Determines whether or not to generate a hit based on a normal symbol (for normal symbol hit determination)
(3) Random 4: Determine initial value of random 3 (for determining random 3 initial value)
(4) Random 5: Determine the stop symbol of the normal symbol (for normal symbol determination)

  Note that a random number generated by the random number circuit 503 is used as a big hit determination random number for determining whether to make a big hit or a small hit. Hereinafter, the jackpot determination random number may be referred to as random 1 or random R. The random numbers (1) to (4) (random 2 to random 5) may be referred to as software random numbers.

  In step S24 in the game control process shown in FIG. 22, the game control microcomputer 560 counts up (adds 1) a counter for generating a random number for determination per ordinary symbol of (2). That is, the normal random number for determination per symbol is a random number for determination, and the other random numbers are display random numbers or initial value random numbers. In order to enhance the gaming effect, software random numbers other than the random numbers (1) to (4) may be used.

  In this embodiment, the special symbol stop symbol is also determined by determining whether or not the big hit or the small hit is generated by random 1 (random R) that is a hardware random number.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs special symbol process processing (step S27). In the special symbol process, the processing corresponding to the special symbol process flag for controlling the special symbol display 8 and the special prize opening (the big prize opening by the accessory 20 and the opening / closing plate 16) in a predetermined order according to the gaming state. Execute. The CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag according to the gaming state.

  Further, normal symbol process processing is performed (step S28). In the normal symbol process, the CPU 56 executes a corresponding process according to a normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 10 and the control state of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 in a predetermined order. The CPU 56 updates the value of the normal symbol process flag according to the gaming state.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs a process of sending an effect control command related to the display control of the effect display device 9 (effect control command control process: step S29).

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

  The CPU 56 also includes a first start opening switch 11a, a second start opening switch 12a, a third start opening switch 13a, a first winning combination winning switch 71a, a second winning combination winning switch 72a, a third winning combination winning combination switch 73a, Prize ball processing for setting the number of prize balls based on the detection signals of the prize opening switches 38a and 39a and the count switch 23 is executed (step S31). Specifically, the first start opening switch 11a, the second start opening switch 12a, the third start opening switch 13a, the first winning combination winning switch 71a, the second winning combination winning switch 72a, the third winning combination winning switch 73a, A payout control command indicating the number of winning balls is given to the payout control microcomputer mounted on the payout control board 37 in response to detection of a win based on the fact that any one of the prize opening switches 38a, 39a and the count switch 23 is turned on. Output. The payout control microcomputer drives the ball payout device 97 in accordance with a payout control command indicating the number of winning balls.

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

  Further, the CPU 56 performs special symbol display control processing for setting special symbol display control data for effect display of the special symbol in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data according to the value of the special symbol process flag ( Step S33). For example, if the fluctuation speed of the special symbol is 1 frame / 0.2 seconds, the CPU 56 increments the value of the display control data set in the output buffer by 1 every time 0.2 seconds elapse. Further, the CPU 56 performs variable display of the special symbol on the special symbol display 8 by outputting a drive signal in step S22 according to the display control data set in the output buffer.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a normal symbol display control process for setting normal symbol display control data for effect display of the normal symbol in an output buffer for setting the normal symbol display control data according to the value of the normal symbol process flag ( Step S34). For example, if the fluctuation rate of the normal symbol is 1 frame / 0.2 seconds, the CPU 56 increments the value of the display control data set in the output buffer by 1 every time 0.2 seconds elapse. Further, the CPU 56 outputs a normal signal on the normal symbol display 10 by outputting a drive signal in step S22 according to the display control data set in the output buffer. Thereafter, the interrupt permission state is set (step S35), and the process ends.

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

  FIG. 24 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of a relationship between a special symbol stop symbol and a determination value. However, FIG. 24 shows the number of determination values, not specific determination values. In this embodiment, it is assumed that the range of numerical values that can be taken by the jackpot determination random number (random R) is 0 to 65536 (2-byte numerical range). The total number of determination values is 65536, which is a number that the jackpot determination random number can take. The 65536 determination values are different numerical values. The CPU 56 extracts the count value from the random number circuit 503 at a predetermined time and uses the extracted value as the big hit determination random value. To do.

  As shown in FIG. 24, in this embodiment, there are a plurality of types of small hits. The small hits include a small hit (a small hit when the stop symbol of the special symbol is “0”, “2”, “5”) that opens the accessory 20 once in the starting operation state, and an accessory 20 in the starting operation state. Is a small hit (a small hit when the stop symbol of the special symbol is “1” “4” “6” “8” “9”) (see FIGS. 16 and 24). The small hit type and the special symbol stop symbol correspond to each other (see FIGS. 16 and 24). In this embodiment, all of the big hit games (second big hit games) started on condition that a V prize has occurred in the small hit game is a big hit of 16 rounds. When “7” is derived and displayed as the stop symbol of the special symbol, the big hit game (first big hit game) is started directly without going through the small hit game. In this embodiment, the first jackpot game is also a 16-round jackpot.

  In the example shown in FIG. 24, when a big hit game (first big hit game or second big hit game) is started, the game shifts to a 16 round big hit game state in which the first big prize opening is opened 16 times. , It may be configured to be transferred to a jackpot gaming state of different rounds. For example, if the special symbol is “0”, “1”, or “2”, the big hit game (second big hit game) generated based on the occurrence of the V winning in the small hit game will be a special bonus of 3 rounds. The big hit game (second big hit game) generated based on the occurrence of the V winning in the small hit game when the symbol is stopped at “4”, “5” or “6” is a seven round big hit, and the special symbol is “ A big hit game (second big hit game) generated based on the occurrence of a V prize in the small hit game when stopped at 8 "or" 9 "is a big hit of 11 rounds, and the special symbol is stopped at" 7 " The jackpot game (the first jackpot game) may be a 16-round jackpot.

  In this embodiment, the jackpot determination random number value is configured to determine the disparity, the jackpot or the small hit, but the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and the jackpot determination based on the jackpot determination random value is determined. It is determined whether or not to make a small hit based on a random number for determining a small hit (a random number different from the random number for determining a big hit) when not making a big hit. It may be determined.

  FIG. 25 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of a relationship between a variation pattern and a determination value. However, FIG. 25 shows the number of determination values, not specific determination values. The total number of determination values is 150, which is the number that can be taken by the random number for determining the variation pattern. The 150 determination values are different numerical values. The CPU 56 extracts the count value of the counter for generating the variation pattern determination random number at a predetermined time and uses the extracted value as the variation pattern determination random number. Decide to use the variation pattern corresponding to the value. That is, the variation time is selected based on the variation pattern determining random number. Note that the game control microcomputer 560 determines a variation pattern according to the type of stop symbol of the determined special symbol.

  Referring to FIGS. 24 and 25, the fluctuation time in the case of the small hit is shorter than that in the case of the big hit without passing through the small hit (the case where the stop symbol of the special symbol is “8” or “9”). except.). That is, when it is determined that the game control microcomputer 560 is controlled to the start operation state in which the accessory 20 is opened a predetermined number of times, it is determined that the accessory 20 is controlled to the specific game state without being opened. Compared to the above, a shorter time is selected as the variable display time of the identification information. As a result, when the variable display time is long, the player can be reminded of the occurrence of a specific gaming state. Referring to FIGS. 24 and 25, in the start operation state, in the small hit where the accessory 20 is opened twice, the variation time is longer than in the small hit where the accessory 20 is released once. That is, the game control microcomputer 560 selects a long time as the variable display time of the identification information when it is determined that the kind of small hit is advantageous to the player. As a result, when the variable display time is long, it is possible to recall the kind of small hits that are advantageous to the player. In addition, when the game control microcomputer 560 determines to control the start-up operation state in which the accessory 20 is opened a predetermined number of times, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the specific game without opening the accessory 20 as the variable information display time. The same time as when it is decided to control the state can be selected (in the case of variation patterns # 7 to # 9). As a result, it is possible to improve the player's expectation that a specific gaming state will occur during the variable display of identification information.

  Although not shown in FIG. 25, the variation time of the predetermined variation pattern is shorter in the time-short state than in the normal state. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 25, the fluctuation times of the deviation fluctuation patterns 7A, 8A, and 9A are 15 seconds, 20 seconds, and 30 seconds, respectively, in the normal state. In this case, it is 2 seconds, 3 seconds and 4 seconds, respectively. In other words, in addition to the fluctuation pattern for deviation in the normal state, a fluctuation pattern for deviation in the short-time state with a short fluctuation time is prepared. In addition, the fluctuation times of the variation patterns 7B, 8B, and 9B for specific small hits (small hits when the special symbols “8” and “9” are stopped) are 15 seconds and 20 seconds in the normal state, respectively. Although it is 30 seconds, it is 2 seconds, 3 seconds, and 4 seconds, respectively, when the time is short. That is, a specific small hit variation pattern in a short time state with a short variation time is prepared separately from the specific small hit variation pattern in the normal state.

  FIG. 26 and FIG. 27 are flowcharts showing an example of a program of special symbol process (step S27) executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) mounted on the main board 31. As described above, in the special symbol process, a process for controlling the special symbol display 8 and the special winning opening is executed.

  When the CPU 56 performs the special symbol process, the start port switch (first start port switch 11a, second start port) for detecting that a game ball has won a start winning port provided in the game board 6 is provided. If the switch 12a or the third start opening switch 13a) is turned on, that is, if a start winning that causes the game ball to win the start winning opening has occurred (step S321), the start opening switch passing process is executed (step S322). . Then, an initial position control process that is a process for setting the position of the rotating body 86 to the initial position is executed (step S323), and any one of steps S300 to S311 is performed.

  In this embodiment, the drive control of the rotating body 86 and the movable members 77 and 78 is configured to be executed based on the opening of the special variable winning ball device 20 (step S423). , S443, and FIG. 39), it may be configured such that the drive control of the rotating body 86 and the like is always performed in a constant pattern from the time of power-on. Specifically, the rotating body / movable part control process shown in FIG. 39 is not executed in steps S423 and S443, and the rotating body / movable part shown in FIG. 39 is used instead of the process of step S323 (initial position control process). A control process may be executed. According to such a configuration, even if the game ball won in the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is not discharged, the rotating body 86 and the like are always in operation. It is possible to prevent the stored game balls from easily winning V.

  The processes in steps S300 to S311 are as follows.

  Special symbol normal processing (step S300): Executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is zero. When the game control microcomputer 560 is ready to start the variable display of the special symbol, it checks the number of reserved memories (the number of start winning memories). The reserved memory number can be confirmed by the count value of the reserved memory number counter. If the number of reserved memories is not 0, it is determined whether to make a big hit or not. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (1 in this example) corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S301).

  Fluctuation pattern setting process (step S301): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 1. The stop symbol after the variable display of the special symbol is determined. Also, the variation pattern is determined, and the variation time in the variation pattern (variable display time: the time from when the variable display is started until the display result is derived and displayed (stop display)) is defined as the variable symbol variation display time. Decide to do. Also, a variation time timer for measuring the variation time of the special symbol is started. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (2 in this example) corresponding to the special symbol changing process (step S302).

  Special symbol changing process (step S302): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 2. When the variation time of the variation pattern selected in the variation pattern setting process elapses (the variation time timer set in step S301 times out, that is, the variation time timer value becomes 0), the internal state (special symbol process flag) is specially set. It is updated to a value (3 in this example) corresponding to the symbol stop process (step S303).

  Special symbol stop process (step S303): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 3. The variable display on the special symbol display 8 is stopped and the stop symbol is derived and displayed. In addition, control for transmitting a symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 is performed. If the big hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (8 in this example) corresponding to the pre-opening process for the big prize opening (step S308). When the big hit flag is not set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (4 in this example) corresponding to the pre-release of the accessory (step S304). The effect control microcomputer 100 controls the effect display device 9 to stop the decorative symbols when the symbol confirmation designation command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560 is received.

  Pre-opening process of accessory (step S304): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. The game control microcomputer 560 executes a process for performing the starting operation, and changes the internal state (specifically, the value of the special symbol process flag) in accordance with the process of releasing the accessory (step S305). Update to the value (5 in this example).

  Processing during opening of an accessory (step S305): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 5. It is confirmed whether or not the specific area switch 66a is turned on, and whether or not the accessory release time has elapsed. When the specific area switch 66a is turned on, the V winning flag is set. When the bonus release time has elapsed, the bonus is closed. Then, the value of the accessory release number counter is decremented by 1, and if the value of the accessory release number counter is not 0, the accessory is opened to perform the starting operation again. If the value of the accessory release count counter is 0, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (6 in this example) corresponding to the post-function closing process (step S306).

  Post-combination processing (step S306): This is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 6. A value corresponding to the production time is set in the production time timer for determining the production period, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is set to a value (7 in this example) corresponding to the production process (step S307). Update.

  Processing during performance (step S307): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 7. When the presentation time has elapsed, if the V winning flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (8 in this example) corresponding to the pre-opening process for the big winning opening (step S308). . If the V winning flag is not set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (in this example, 0) corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300).

  Preliminary winning opening opening process (step S308): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 8. Control is performed to open the second grand prize port (that is, the accessory 20) or the first grand prize port (large prize port by the opening and closing plate 16). More specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening) is initialized, and the big prize opening is opened. Also, the execution time of the process for opening the special winning opening is set by the timer, and the internal state (specifically, the value of the special symbol process flag) is set to a value (this value) corresponding to the process for opening the special winning opening (step S309). In the example, update to 9). Note that the pre-opening process for the big winning opening is executed for each round, but when the first round is started, the pre-opening process for opening the big winning opening is also a process for starting the big hit game.

  Large winning opening opening process (step S309): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 9. Processing to confirm the establishment of the closing condition of the big prize opening is performed. When the closing condition for the big prize opening is satisfied, the internal state (specifically, the value of the special symbol process flag) is set to a value (10 in this example) corresponding to the post winning closing process (step S310). ).

  Process after closing the big prize opening (step S310): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 10. Processing to confirm that all game balls have been discharged from the big prize opening is performed. When all the game balls are discharged and there are still remaining rounds and the continuation condition of the big hit game (the V winning) has been established, the internal state (specifically, the special symbol process flag) Is updated to a value (8 in this example) corresponding to the pre-opening process for the special winning opening (step S308). When all rounds are completed or when the continuation condition for the big hit game is not satisfied, the internal state is updated to a value (11 in this example) corresponding to the big hit end process (step S311).

  Big hit end process (step S311): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 11. Control for causing the microcomputer 100 for effect control to perform display control for notifying the player that the big hit gaming state has ended is performed. In addition, the game state is set to a short-time state (a time shortening state in which the variation time of special symbols and decorative symbols is shortened compared to the normal state), and the number of short-time times ( The control which sets the frequency | count of a fluctuation | variation in which a time-short state can be continued is performed. Then, the internal state (specifically, the value of the special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300).

  Next, a method for sending a control command from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100 will be described. FIG. 28 is an explanatory diagram showing signal lines of an effect control command transmitted from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80. As shown in FIG. 28, in this embodiment, the effect control command is transmitted from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80 via the relay board 177 with eight signal lines of the effect control signals CD0 to CD7. Further, between the main board 31 and the effect control board 80, a signal line of the effect control INT signal for transmitting the capture signal (effect control INT signal) is also wired.

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

  As shown in FIG. 29, the 8-bit effect control command data of the effect control command is output in synchronization with the effect control INT signal. The effect control microcomputer 100 mounted on the effect control board 80 detects that the effect control INT signal has risen, and starts a 1-byte data capturing process through an interrupt process. Therefore, when viewed from the effect control microcomputer 100, the effect control INT signal corresponds to a signal that triggers the capture of effect control command data.

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

  FIG. 30 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command sent to the effect control microcomputer 100. In the example shown in FIG. 30, commands 8001 (H) to 800 F (H) are effect control commands (variation for designating a variation pattern of decorative symbols that are variably displayed on the effect display device 9 in response to variable display of special symbols. (Pattern commands) (corresponding to variation patterns # 1 to # 6 and # 7A to # 9C, respectively). The commands 8001 (H) to 8006 (H) correspond to the variation patterns # 1 to # 6, and the commands 8007 (H) to 800F (H) correspond to the variation patterns # 7A, # 7B, # 7C, # 8A, #. This corresponds to 8B, # 8C, # 9A, # 9B, # 9C. The effect control command for designating the variation pattern is also a command for designating the variation start. Therefore, when the production control microcomputer 100 receives any of the commands 8001 (H) to 800F (H), the production display device 9 performs control so that variable display of decorative symbols is started.

  Command 8CXX (H) (XX = 0 to 9) is an effect control command (display result designation) that can specify the display result (designation of “0” to “9”) of the decorative design designated by the variation pattern command. Command). In this embodiment, the data set as XX is data indicating a special symbol stop symbol. It should be noted that the display result command may be configured to designate a determination result (disconnected, small hit or big hit) of the big hit / small hit determination.

  Note that the variation pattern commands 8001 (H) to 800F (H) may designate the disapproval, the small hit or the big hit, and may not transmit the display result designation command 8CXX (H).

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

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

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

  The command A001 (H) is an effect control command (a jackpot start designation command: a fanfare designation command) that designates the start of a jackpot game. Command A002 (H) is an effect control command (small hit start designation command) for designating the start of a small hit game (starting operation state).

  The command A1XX (H) is an effect control command (special command during opening of the big winning opening) indicating a display during the opening of the big winning opening for the number of times (round) indicated by XX. A2XX (H) is an effect control command (designation command after opening the big winning opening) indicating the closing of the big winning opening for the number of times (round) indicated by XX.

  The command A301 (H) is an effect control command for displaying the jackpot end screen, that is, for ending the jackpot game (a jackpot end designation command: an ending designation command). Command A302 (H) is an effect control command (small hit end specifying command) for specifying the end of the small hit game.

  Command B001 (H) is an effect control command (time-short state designation command) indicating that the gaming state has become a time-short state. Command B002 (H) is an effect control command (normal state designation command) indicating that the gaming state has become the normal state.

The command D001 (H) is an effect control command (abnormal winning designation) for instructing an abnormal winning when an abnormal winning at the first big winning opening (lower attacker) or the second big winning opening (upper attacker) occurs. Command). The command D002 (H) is an effect control command (discharge) that instructs to notify that a predetermined number of undischarged game balls in the second big prize opening (the accessory 20) has reached a predetermined number (discharge abnormality has occurred). Anomaly notification designation command). Command D003 (H) is an effect control command (magnetic abnormality notification designation command) for instructing that abnormal magnetism has been detected in the vicinity of the special winning opening. Command D004 (H) is an effect control command (vibration abnormality notification designation command) that instructs to notify that abnormal vibration is detected in the gaming machine. Command D005 (H) is an effect control command (abnormal opening notification designation command) for instructing notification that abnormal opening of the special winning opening has been detected. Note that the commands D001 to D005 may be a common command (abnormality notification designation command). If the common commands are used in this way, the number of commands can be reduced. On the other hand, the presentation control CPU 101 can execute at least an abnormality notification based on the common commands.
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  Command E001 (H) is an effect control command (start winning designation command) indicating that a start winning has occurred. Note that the effect control command indicating that the start winning has occurred may be an effect control command indicating the reserved storage number itself.

  The command E1XX (H) is an effect control command (time reduction number designation command) indicating the number of times that the special symbol can be changed (remaining number of times) in the time reduction state. It should be noted that the effect control command related to the special symbol variation in the short time state may be an effect control command indicating the number of times the special symbol variation has been executed in the short time state (including the variation executed when the effect control command is transmitted). . Further, only the effect control command (B001 (H), B002 (H)) for designating the gaming state may be transmitted, and the time-saving number designation command may not be transmitted.

  The command E201 (H) is an effect control command (first effect start designation command) for instructing to execute an effect corresponding to a case where there is no prize for the accessory 20 in the start operation state in the effect after the start operation state. ). The command E202 (H) is an effect control command (instruction for instructing to execute an effect corresponding to the effect after the winning operation has been won in the starting operation state but there has been no winning of V in the starting operation state. Second production start designation command). The command E203 (H) is an effect control command (third operation) instructing to execute an effect corresponding to a case where there is a prize for the accessory 20 and a V prize in the effect after the start operation state. Production start designation command).

  The command E401 (H) is an effect control command (an accessory winning designation command) indicating that a winning for the accessory 20 has occurred. Command E 402 (H) is an effect control command (V winning designation command) indicating that a winning at the specific winning opening 66 has occurred.

  The effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) mounted on the effect control board 80 receives the above-described effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560 mounted on the main board 31. Then, the display state of the effect display device 9 is changed according to the contents shown in FIG. 30, the display state of the light emitter such as a lamp is changed, and the sound number data is output to the sound output board 70.

  FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing the start port switch passing process in step S322. In the start port switch passing process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the reserved storage number is 4 which is the upper limit value (step S41). If the number of reserved memories is 4, the process is terminated.

  If the number of reserved memories is not 4, the value of the reserved memory number counter indicating the number of reserved memories is incremented by 1 (step S42). Further, the CPU 56 reads a count value from a counter for generating a random number and extracts a software random number, and reads a count value of the random number circuit 503 to extract a random R (a jackpot determination random number generated by the random number circuit 503). Then, a process of storing them in the storage area in the reserved storage buffer corresponding to the value of the reserved storage number counter as the extracted random number value is executed (step S43). In step 43, the CPU 56 extracts a random 2 (see FIG. 23) value (a counter value for generating a variation pattern random number) as a software random number. In the reserved storage buffer, the same number of storage areas as the upper limit value of the number of reserved memories is secured. Further, a counter for generating a random number for variation pattern and a holding storage buffer are formed in the RAM 55. “Formed in RAM” means an area in the RAM.

  Further, the display of the special symbol hold memory display 18 is changed to a display showing the value of the hold memory number counter (step S44). Further, control for transmitting a start winning designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 is performed (step S45). Specifically, when the CPU 56 transmits an effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100, the address of the command transmission table (preliminarily set for each command in the ROM) corresponding to the effect control command is used as a pointer. set. Then, the address of the command transmission table corresponding to the effect control command is set in the pointer, and the effect control command is transmitted in the effect control command control process (step S29) (the same applies to other effect control commands).

  FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing the special symbol normal process (step S300) in the special symbol process. The state where the special symbol normal process is executed is when the value of the special symbol process flag is a value indicating step S300. It should be noted that the case where the value of the special symbol process flag is a value indicating step S300 is a state where the special symbol display unit 8 does not display the variation of the special symbol, and the big hit game and the small hit game are It has not been executed.

  In the special symbol normal process, the CPU 56 checks the number of reserved memories (step S51). Specifically, the count value of the pending storage number counter is confirmed. If the number of reserved memories is 0, the process is terminated.

  If the reserved memory number is not 0, each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved memory number = 1 in the reserved memory number buffer of the RAM 55 is read and stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55 (step S52). Then, the value of the reserved memory number is decreased by 1 (the count value of the reserved memory number counter is decremented by 1), and the contents of each storage area are shifted (step S53). That is, each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the reserved memory number buffer of the RAM 55 is stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved memory number = n−1. To store. Therefore, the order in which the random number values stored in the respective storage areas corresponding to the number of reserved memories is extracted always matches the order of the number of reserved memories = 1, 2, 3 and 4. Yes.

  Then, the CPU 56 reads the jackpot determination random number (random R) from the random number buffer area (step S61), and executes the jackpot determination module (step S62). The big hit determination module compares a predetermined determination value (see FIG. 24) with a big hit determination random number, and determines whether to make a big hit or a small hit (special symbol display 8 This is a program that executes a process for determining a stop symbol (display result). It should be noted that determining whether to make a big hit or a small hit also means determining whether or not to shift to the first big hit gaming state or the starting operation state.

  When it is determined to be a big hit (Y in step S63), the CPU 56 sets a big hit flag (step S71). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S301) (step S74).

  On the other hand, when it is decided to make a small hit (Y in step S72), the CPU 56 sets a small hit flag (step S73). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S301) (step S74).

  Also, when it is not determined to be a big hit or a small hit (when it is decided to lose) (N in step S72), the special symbol is not set without setting the big hit flag or the small hit flag. The value of the process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S301) (step S74).

  In this embodiment, when the time-short state is controlled, not only the variation time of the special symbol (and the decorative symbol) is shortened, but also the variation time of the ordinary symbol is shortened, and the ordinary symbol becomes the winning symbol. The probability is increased, and the number of times and the opening time of the variable winning ball apparatus (ordinary electric accessory) 15 are also increased. Thus, in the short time state, the occurrence ratio of the third start winning is improved, which is advantageous for the player. The short-time state is called a special game state.

  Note that the special gaming state may be any state that is advantageous to the player, and it is not always necessary to control the special gaming state to the advantageous state such as the above-mentioned short time state. For example, a state where the variation time of the special symbol is not shortened or a state where the probability of hitting the normal symbol is not improved may be used. That is, any one or a combination of the special symbol variation time reduction, the normal symbol variation time reduction, the normal symbol hit probability improvement, and the variable winning ball apparatus 15 release rate improvement may be set as the special game state. .

  FIG. 33 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern setting process (step S301) in the special symbol process. In the variation pattern setting process, the CPU 56 reads the variation pattern determination random number from the random number buffer area (step S90). Then, a variation pattern is selected from the variation pattern table based on the variation pattern determination random number (step S91). The fluctuation pattern table is an area of the ROM 54 in which determination values are set in correspondence with the fluctuation patterns as shown in FIG.

  Here, the CPU 56 selects a variation pattern according to the determination result of the big hit / small hit determination (step S62) and the gaming state. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 25, a variation pattern table corresponding to the special symbol stop symbols (“0” to “9”) determined in the big hit / small hit determination (step S62) is selected. When the special symbol stop symbol is “3”, “8” or “9”, it is confirmed whether the gaming state is a normal state or a short-time state, and a variation pattern table (normally corresponding to the gaming state) The fluctuation pattern table for non-shortening the fluctuation time in the state or the fluctuation pattern table for shortening the fluctuation time in the short-time state) is selected.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a variation pattern command corresponding to the variation pattern selected in step S91 to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S92). Further, control for transmitting a display result designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 is performed (step S93).

  Also, the special symbol change is started (step S94). For example, a start flag referred to in the special symbol display control process in step S33 is set. Further, a value corresponding to the variation time corresponding to the variation pattern selected in step S91 is set in the variation time timer formed in the RAM 55 (step S95). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special symbol changing process (step S302) (step S96).

  FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing the special symbol changing process (step S302) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol changing process, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the variable time timer (step S121), and when the variable time timer times out (step S122), the value of the special symbol process flag corresponds to the special symbol stop process (step S303). The updated value is updated (step S123). If the variable time timer has not timed out, the process ends.

  35 and 36 are flowcharts showing the special symbol stop process (step S303) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol stop process, the CPU 56 sets an end flag referred to in the special symbol display control process in step S33 to end the variation of the special symbol, and performs control for deriving and displaying the stop symbol on the special symbol display unit 8. (Step S131). Moreover, control which transmits the symbol determination designation | designated command to the microcomputer 100 for effect control is performed (step S132).

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the small hit flag is set (step S133). When the small hit flag is set (Y in step S133), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the time reduction flag is set (step S134). When the time reduction flag is set (Y in step S134), the CPU 56 decrements the value of the time reduction number counter by 1 (step S135), and the time reduction number indicating the number of times the special symbol can be changed (remaining number of times) in the time reduction state. Control for transmitting the designated command is executed (step S137). As will be described later, in this embodiment, when the first big hit (big hit that occurs without passing through the small hit) occurs, 100 times is set as the number of time reductions in which the time-saving state can be continued, When the second big hit (big hit that occurs via the small hit) occurs while being controlled in the normal state, 1 is set as the number of time reductions, and the second big hit is controlled when being controlled in the time reduction state. When a big hit occurs, 100 is set as the number of time reductions (see steps S574 to S577 in FIG. 50).

  In addition, since the short-time flag is not reset at the time of Y in step S134, it is configured to be controlled to the short-time state even during the small hit game. However, by resetting the short-time flag, during the small hit game However, it may be configured not to be controlled in the time-saving state.

  Further, although the process of subtracting the value of the time-count counter is executed in step S135, the process of subtracting the value of the time-count counter at the end of the small hit (for example, the post-workpiece closing process or the effect processing) is executed. You may make it do.

  Thereafter, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a small hitting start designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S138). Then, the CPU 56 sets a predetermined value in the standby timer (step S139), and updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the accessory release pre-processing (step S304) (step S140).

  In the standby timer, the position of the rotator 86 is set to the initial position when the small hit game (game in the starting operation state) is finished immediately before. When the game is started, it is a timer that measures the time for ensuring that the position of the rotating body 86 is the initial position. In this embodiment, it is always shown in FIG. 15 from the start of the process that sets the position of the rotating body 86 to the initial position after the end of the previous small hit game, until the start of the next small hit game. However, if the special symbol variation period is very short, the next small hit game is started before the position of the rotating body 86 returns to the initial position. there is a possibility. For example, if the production time is 3 seconds and the time until the position of the rotating body 86 returns to the initial position is 7 seconds at the longest, the rotating body 86 has a special symbol variation period of 3 seconds. There is a possibility that the next small hit game will be started one second before the initial position returns to the initial position. Therefore, a time (for example, 4 seconds) measured by the standby timer is provided, and when the small hit game is started, the rotating body 86 is always returned to the initial position so that the small hit game is not unfair. To. In this embodiment, the predetermined standby time before starting the driving of the movable member (rotating body 86) is 3 seconds of the production time and a time corresponding to the value set in the standby timer (for example, 4 seconds). Is equivalent to the time when the special symbol variation time (1 second at the shortest) is added, and is longer than the time required to set the rotating body 86 at the initial position (for example, 7 seconds at the longest). The value set in the standby timer may be changed according to at least one of the variation time and the production time.

  Further, by making the sum of the effect time shown in FIG. 15 and the special symbol variation time longer than the time required for setting the rotating body 86 at the initial position (for example, a maximum of 7 seconds). The standby time (a standby timer for measuring the standby time) may not be provided. For example, if the production time is 3 seconds and the time until the position of the rotating body 86 returns to the initial position is 7 seconds at the longest, the variation period of the special symbol is set to 4 seconds or more at the shortest. Even when the small hit game is executed, the position of the rotating body 86 can be reliably returned to the initial position when the next small hit game is started. According to such a configuration, a game control program can be easily designed.

  In step S133, when the small hit flag is not set (N in step S133), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S141). When the big hit flag is set (Y in step S141), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the time reduction flag is set (step S142). If the time reduction flag is set (Y in step S142), the time reduction flag is reset (step S143). Note that the value of the hour / hour counter may be reset together with the reset of the hour / hour flag. Here, the short-time flag is reset in order to prevent the gaming state from being controlled to the short-time state (the state in which the occurrence rate of the third start prize is improved) during the big hit game (during the first big hit game). is there. Next, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a jackpot start designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S144). In addition, the number of times of opening (number of rounds) that is the number of times that a big winning opening can be opened in the big hit game is set in the opening number counter (step S145), and the time before the round start (a new round is started) is set in the big winning opening control timer. Is set to a value corresponding to, for example, the time during which the effect display device 9 notifies (step S146). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the pre-winning opening start pre-processing (step S308) (step S147). Note that the number of rounds set in the release count counter is 16 corresponding to 16 rounds (16R) which is the number of big hits.

  In step S141, if the big hit flag is not set (N in step S141), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the hour / hour flag is set (step S148), and if the hour / hour flag is set (step S148). Y), the value of the time reduction counter is decremented by -1 (step S149). Then, the CPU 56 executes control for transmitting a time reduction number designation command (step S150). Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the time reduction counter is 0 (step S151). If the value of the time reduction counter is 0 (Y in step S151), the time reduction flag is reset (step S152). . It should be noted that the value of the time reduction counter in step S151 being 0 means that the fluctuation of the time reduction (100 times or once) has ended after the big hit game has ended. At this time, the time reduction flag is reset to end the time reduction state. Thereafter, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S153).

  FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing the pre-opening process (step S304). In the pre-release processing, if the value of the standby timer is not 0, the CPU 56 sets the value of the standby timer to −1 and ends the process (steps S410A and S410B). When the standby timer times out, 1 or 2 is set in the accessory release number counter indicating the number of releases of the variable winning ball device 20 (object) in the starting operation (step S411). The value set in the accessory release count counter is a value (1 or 2) indicating the number of times determined in the process of step S62 (starting-use accessory release count shown in FIGS. 16 and 24).

  Then, the CPU 56 sets “5” or “10” as a threshold value in the abnormal winning determination counter (step S412). The threshold set in step S412 is a value that allows the winning of a game ball to the variable winning ball device 20 in the small hit gaming state (starting operation state in which the variable winning ball device 20 opens once or twice) to the maximum. is there. In other words, the opening period of the variable winning ball apparatus (right) 20 per opening is 0.9 seconds. During this period, only about one game ball on average wins the variable winning ball device 20. Therefore, when the variable winning ball device 20 is released once, normally, at most two game balls are won at the time when the opening of the variable winning ball device 20 in the small hit gaming state is completed. . Further, when the variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened twice, normally, at most four (2 × 2 times) when the two opening of the variable winning ball apparatus 20 in the small hit gaming state is completed. ) Game balls only. However, it may happen that three or more game balls win the variable winning ball apparatus 20 within one open period in the small hit gaming state. On the other hand, it is difficult to empirically think that five game balls win a prize when one opening of the variable winning ball apparatus 20 is completed. Also, it is difficult to empirically think that ten game balls win a prize when the two opening of the variable winning ball apparatus 20 is completed. Therefore, when such a situation occurs, it can be considered that a failure has occurred such that the movable members 77 and 78 of the variable winning ball apparatus 20 cannot be closed, or some sort of fraud is being performed. Based on such an idea, in this embodiment, in the small hit game state, the number of game balls detected by the winning combination winning prize switches 71a to 73a is 4 (when the number of opening of the winning combination is 1) or 9 In order to allow a game ball to be awarded to the variable winning ball apparatus 20 until the winning combination is released (that is, up to 4 or 9 winning prizes to the variable winning ball apparatus 20). In 412, a value of “5” is set as the threshold when the number of times of opening the accessory is 1, and a value of “10” is set as the threshold when the number of times of opening of the accessory is two. As will be described later, when the number of detected winning combinations winning switches 71a to 73a reaches 5 or 10 times, it is determined that an abnormal winning has occurred, and processing for executing an abnormality notification is executed (step S588 in FIG. 68). , S589).

  When the variable winning ball device 20 is opened twice during the small hit game, the value “5” is set as the threshold before the first opening, and “5” is set again as the threshold before the second opening. May be set.

  Next, the CPU 56 sets a value corresponding to the opening time (for example, 0.9 seconds) in the accessory release time timer indicating the release time of the accessory (step S413). And the accessory 20 is made into an open state (step S414). Specifically, driving of the opening / closing motor 75 that drives the opening / closing doors 76A and 76B is started, and the accessory (variable winning ball apparatus) 20 is opened. Also, the in-function game ball number counter that counts the game balls that have entered the inside of the accessory 20 is cleared (initialized to 0) (step S415A), and the discharge monitoring time is set in the discharge monitoring timer to start ( Step S415B). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the process during releasing the accessory (step S305) (step S416).

  FIG. 38 is a flowchart showing the process during opening of an accessory (step S305). In the process of releasing an accessory, the CPU 56 decrements the value of the discharge monitoring timer (step S420), and decrements the value of the accessory release time timer by 1 (step S421). Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the accessory release time timer has already timed out (step S422). If timed out, the process proceeds to step S433.

  When the accessory release time timer has not timed out (N in step S422), the CPU 56 executes the rotating body / movable unit control (step S423). Further, when the first prize winning switch 71a, the second prize winning switch 72a or the third prize winning switch 73a is turned on, that is, when a game ball winning the prize is detected (step S424), a game ball in the bonus The value of the number counter is incremented by 1 (step S425), and control is performed to transmit a prize winning designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S426A). If ten game balls are won in the accessory 20, the process may proceed to step S <b> 433. Then, the CPU 56 decrements the value of the abnormal winning determination counter by −1 (step S426B). Further, the CPU 56 increments the value of the discharge abnormality determination counter that counts the number of undischarged game balls in the accessory 20 (step S426C).

  When the accessory discharge switch 85a is turned on, that is, when a game ball discharged from the accessory is detected (step S427), the value of the in-function game ball number counter is decremented by 1 (step S428). Also, the value of the discharge abnormality determination counter is decremented by 1 (step S429). In this embodiment, the reference value of the value of the in-function game ball counter is “0”, but the reference value may be a value such as “1”. If the reference value is “0”, there is a possibility that an illegal act such as turning on the specific area passing switch 66a may be performed even though the prize winning switch 71a, 72a, 73a is not turned on. is there. Similarly, in this embodiment, the reference value of the value of the discharge abnormality determination counter is “0”, but the reference value may be a value such as “1”.

  When the specific area switch 66a indicating that the game ball has entered the specific winning opening 66 is turned on (step S430), the V winning flag is set (step S431) and a V winning designation command is transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100. Control is performed (step S432).

  In step S422, if the accessory release time timer has timed out (Y in step S422), the accessory 20 is controlled to be closed (step S433). Specifically, the open / close motor 75 is rotated in a direction to close the open / close doors 76A and 76B. Also, the value of the accessory release count counter is decremented by 1 (step S434). Then, a closing time (for example, 2 seconds) is set in the accessory closing time timer (step S435), and the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the processing after the accessory closing (step S306) (step S436). ).

  FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing the rotating body / movable unit control. In the rotator / movable part control, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the rotator 86 and the movable parts 77A and 78A are in operation (in operation of the rotator / movable part) (step S211). Whether or not the rotator 86 and the movable parts 77A and 78A are operating is determined by whether or not the rotator / movable part operating flag is set. If not in operation, it is confirmed whether or not the accessory 20 has been released (step S212). If it opens, the drive of the rotary body 86 will be started (step S213). That is, the rotating body drive motor 87 is rotated clockwise. Further, the driving of the movable parts 77A and 78A is started (step S214). That is, the drive of the movable part drive solenoids 77B and 78B is started. Whether or not the accessory 20 has been released is confirmed by, for example, setting a flag when executing the process of step S413 and determining whether or not the flag is set in the process of step S212. In addition, a rotating body / movable part operating flag indicating that the rotating body / movable part is operating is set (step S215). Further, a first operation flag indicating that the rotator 86 is performing the first operation (see FIG. 41A) is set (step S216), and the period during which the rotator operation timer is performing the first operation is set. A value corresponding to 0.5 seconds corresponding to is set (step S217).

  FIG. 40 is a timing chart showing an operation example of the movable parts 77A and 78A when the accessory 20 is released once. As shown in FIG. 40, the movable portion drive solenoid 77B that operates the movable portion 77A is driven until 0.4 seconds have elapsed from when the rotating body / movable portion is in operation to block the passage of the game ball. The position is set (the position where the movable part 77A of the dinosaur raised his foot as shown in FIG. 3 and the like). Next, the driving is stopped for 0.2 seconds, and the position is set to allow the game ball to pass (the position where the movable part 77A of the dinosaur lowered his leg as shown in FIG. 3 and the like). Thereafter, the position is set again to block the passage of the game ball. Further, the movable part drive solenoid 78B for operating the movable part 78A is set to a position where it is driven until 0.1 second elapses from when the rotating body / movable part is in operation, thereby preventing the passage of the game ball. . Next, the driving is stopped for 0.7 seconds, and the position is set to allow the game ball to pass. Thereafter, the position is set again to block the passage of the game ball. In FIG. 40, α is a period from when 0.9 seconds have passed since the opening of the accessory 20 to when all the game balls that have entered the accessory 20 are discharged. Note that the movable portion may continue to operate during the period α. A certain pattern (for example, 0.4 second drive, 0.2 second drive stop, 0.4 second drive in the movable portion 77A) may be repeated.

  When the rotating body / movable part is operating, the CPU 56 has passed 0.4 seconds from the time when the rotating body / movable part is operating, provided that the movable part operation stop request flag is not set. Then, the drive of the movable part drive solenoid 77B is stopped for 0.2 seconds, and after 0.1 seconds from the time when the rotating body / movable part is in operation, the drive of the movable part drive solenoid 78B is continued for 0.7 seconds. Is stopped (steps S221 and S222). Specifically, when the rotating body / movable portion is operating, the CPU 56 sets 0.4 second to the first timer that subtracts the value when the rotating body / movable portion is operating. Is set, and a value corresponding to 0.1 second is set in the second timer for subtracting the value. When the first timer times out, the drive of the movable part drive solenoid 77B is stopped and the value corresponding to 0.2 seconds is set in the first timer, and when the second timer times out, the drive of the movable part drive solenoid 78B is stopped. And a value corresponding to 0.7 seconds is set in the second timer. Thereafter, when the first timer times out, the driving of the movable portion driving solenoid 77B is resumed, and when the second timer times out, the driving of the movable portion driving solenoid 78B is resumed.

  FIG. 41 is a timing chart showing an operation example of the rotator 86. As shown in FIG. 41A, in the first operation, the rotating body 86 rotates 90 ° clockwise from the initial position, and rotates counterclockwise from the position rotated 90 ° from the initial position to the initial position. Repeat the operation. Further, as shown in FIG. 41B, in the second operation, the counterclockwise rotation is continued. Therefore, in the first operation, there are more opportunities for the notch portion 86A to be positioned above the specific winning opening 66 as compared to the second operation. That is, the probability of winning the specific winning opening 66 is increased. When the rotating body / movable unit is in operation, the rotating body 86 performs the first operation for the first 0.5 second and performs the second operation in the later period.

  Therefore, when the first operation flag is set (Y in step S223), the CPU 56 drives the rotating body motor 87 so that the rotating direction is reversed when the rotating body 86 rotates 90 °. (Step S224). Then, the value of the rotating body operation timer is decremented by 1 (step S225). If the value of the rotating body operation timer is not 0 (N in step S226), the process ends.

  When the value of the rotating body operation timer reaches 0 (when time-out occurs; Y in step S226), the CPU 56 resets the first operation flag (step S227) so that the rotating body 86 rotates at a constant speed counterclockwise. The rotating body motor 87 is driven (step S228). Thereafter, when the first operation flag is reset (N in Step S223), the counterclockwise rotation of the rotating body 86 is continued (Step S228). When the rotation direction of the rotating body 86 is not changed, the CPU 56 drives the rotating body motor 87 so that the rotating body 86 rotates while maintaining the rotation direction.

  When the movable part operation stop request flag is set (Y in step S221), the CPU 56 stops the movable parts 77A and 78A in the movable members 77 and 78 (step S230). That is, the drive of the movable part drive solenoids 77B and 78B is stopped. Further, the rotating body / movable part operating flag is reset (step S231), and an initial position setting request flag is set (step S232).

  Note that the movable part operation stop request flag is set in the post-processing of the accessory closing (see step S456). The initial position setting request flag is referred to in the initial position control process in step S323.

  42 and 43 are flowcharts showing the post-completion processing (step S306). In the processing after closing the accessory, the CPU 56 decrements the value of the discharge monitoring timer (step S441) and decrements the value of the accessory closing time timer by 1 (step S442). Further, the CPU 56 executes the rotating body / movable part control shown in FIG. 39 (step S443). Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the accessory closing time timer has timed out (step S444). When a time-out occurs (Y in step S444), the process proceeds to step S456.

  When the time-out has not occurred (N in step S444), the CPU 56 turns on the game when the first winning combination winning switch 71a, the second winning combination winning switch 72a or the third winning combination winning switch 73a is turned on, that is, the game winning the winning combination. When a ball is detected (step S445), the value of the in-function game ball number counter is incremented by 1 (step S446), and control for transmitting an accessory winning designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 is performed (step S447). Further, the CPU 56 decrements the value of the abnormal winning determination counter by −1 (step S448). Further, the CPU 56 increments the value of the discharge abnormality determination counter by 1 (step S449).

  When the accessory discharge switch 85a is turned on, that is, when a game ball discharged from the accessory is detected (step S450), the value of the in-function game ball number counter is decremented by 1 (step S451). Further, the value of the discharge abnormality determination counter is decremented by 1 (step S452).

  When the specific area switch 66a indicating that the game ball has entered the specific winning opening 66 is turned on (step S453), the V winning flag is set (step S454) and a V winning designation command is transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100. Control is performed (step S455).

  If the accessory closing time timer times out in step S444 (Y in step S444), the CPU 56 sets the movable part operation stop request flag referred to in step S221 (step S456). Thereby, the process of steps S230 to S232 shown in FIG. 39 is executed, and the process of stopping the movable parts 77A and 78A is executed. Further, control for transmitting a small hitting end designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 is performed (step S457). Further, control for transmitting an effect start designation command (first effect start designation command, second effect start designation command or third effect start designation command) to the effect control microcomputer 100 is performed (steps S458 to S462).

  Here, when no game ball is won in the accessory 20 in the starting operation state (N in Step S458), the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a first effect start designation command (Step S459). The fact that no game ball has won the prize 20 is set, for example, by setting an internal flag indicating that the game ball has won in the process of step S425 (a process of incrementing the game ball number counter in the prize by 1). This can be determined by the fact that the flag was not set.

  Further, when one or more game balls are won in the accessory 20 (Y in step S4528), if the V winning flag is not set, that is, if no V winning is generated (in step S460). N), CPU56 performs control which transmits the 2nd production start specification command (Step S461).

  If the V winning flag is set, that is, if a V winning is generated (Y in step S460), the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a third effect start designation command (step S462). At this time (that is, when shifting to the big hit game), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the hour / hour flag is set (step S463), and when the hour / hour flag is set, A short time small hit flag indicating that a small hit has occurred is set (step S464).

  Thereafter, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the accessory release number counter is 0 (step S465). If the value of the accessory release number counter is not 0 (N in step S465), the accessory release time timer Is set to open time (step S466), and the accessory 20 is controlled to be open (step S467). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the process during releasing the accessory (step S305) (step S468). On the other hand, when the value of the accessory release number counter is 0 (Y in step S465), a value corresponding to the production time (3 seconds in this example) is set in the production timer (step S469), and the special symbol process is performed. The value of the flag is updated to a value corresponding to the mid-effect process (step S307) (step S470).

  FIG. 44 is a flowchart showing the initial position control process in step S323. In the initial position control process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the initial position setting flag is set (step S241). If it is set (Y in step S241), the process proceeds to step S246. If it is not set (N in step S241), it is confirmed whether or not the initial position setting request flag is set (step S242). If it is not set (N in step S242), the process is terminated. If it is set (Y in step S242), the initial position setting request flag is reset (step S243), and driving of the rotating body motor 87 is started to rotate the rotating body 86 (step S244). If the rotating body motor 87 is already being driven, the CPU 56 continues the driving. Further, an initial position setting flag is set (step S245).

  When the first position sensor 87a is turned on (a detection signal is output from the first position sensor 87a) (Y in step S246), the CPU 56 sets the rotation body motor 87 to stop the rotation of the rotation body 86. The driving is stopped (step S247). In addition, the initial position setting flag is reset (step S248). Note that the value of the standby timer may be cleared when Y in step S248. According to this configuration, the transition to the small hit gaming state is not waited for an unnecessarily long time, and the game progresses smoothly.

  45 and 46 are flowcharts showing the during-production process (step S307). In the effect processing, the CPU 56 decrements the value of the discharge monitoring timer by 1 (step S471), and decrements the value of the effect time timer by -1 (step S472). Then, when the first prize winning switch 71a, the second prize winning switch 72a, or the third prize winning switch 73a is turned on, that is, the CPU 56 detects a game ball won in the prize (step S473). The value of the internal game ball number counter is incremented by 1 (step S474), the value of the abnormal winning determination counter is decremented by 1 (step S475), and the value of the discharge abnormality determination counter is incremented by 1 (step S476).

  When the accessory discharge switch 85a is turned on, that is, when a game ball discharged from the accessory is detected (step S477), the value of the in-function game ball number counter is decremented by 1 (step S478). Also, the value of the discharge abnormality determination counter is decremented by 1 (step S479).

  Although not shown in FIG. 45, after the process of step S479, it is confirmed whether or not the specific area passing switch 66a is turned on. When the specific area passing switch 66a is turned on, the V winning flag is set. The control for transmitting the V winning designation command is executed (the same processing as in steps S430 to S432 and S453 to S455).

  Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the production time timer has timed out (whether or not the timer value has become 0) (480), and when the production time timer has timed out (Y in step S481), It is confirmed whether or not the value of the game ball number counter is 0 (step S481). If the value of the bonus game ball counter is not 0 (N in step S481), it means that all the game balls won in the bonus game 20 have not been discharged. In this case, whether or not the discharge monitoring timer has timed out. (Whether or not the timer value has reached 0) is confirmed (step S482). When the value of the accessory game ball number counter becomes 0 (Y in step S481), or when the discharge monitoring timer times out (Y in step S482), the CPU 56 executes the processes in and after step S483. In other words, when there is no undischarged game ball in the accessory 20 (Y in step S481) at the time when the production time has elapsed (Y in step S480), the processing after step S483 is executed. If the game balls that have not yet been discharged no longer exist in the accessory 20 (Y in step S481) before the discharge monitoring time elapses (N in step S482), the processing from step S483 is executed. Even when there is an undischarged game ball in the object 20 (N in step S481), when the discharge monitoring time has elapsed (Y in step S482), the processing after step S483 is executed.

  In step S483, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the V winning flag is set (step S483). If the V winning flag is not set (N in step S483), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the time reduction counter is 0 (that is, the last change in the time reduction state) ( Step S489). If the value of the time reduction counter is not 0 (N in step S489), the time reduction flag is reset (step S490). Then, the CPU 56 sets the value of the threshold “3” in the abnormal winning determination counter (step S491), and updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S492). ).

  If the V winning flag is set (Y in step S483), the CPU 56 resets the V winning flag (step S484A), resets the hour / short flag (step S484B), and sets the special winning opening control timer. A value corresponding to the time before the big winning opening is opened (time for informing in the effect display device 9 that a new round is started, for example) is set (step S485). Further, a big hit flag is set (step S486), and a control for transmitting a big hit start designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 is performed (step S487). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the pre-opening process for the special winning opening (step S308) (step S488).

  In step S481, the reference value of the in-function game ball number counter is set to 0, and it is determined whether the value of the in-function game ball number counter has become 0. However, the reference value is It may not be 0 (for example, it may be a value such as 3). When the reference value of the game ball number counter in the accessory is not set to 0 (for example, when the reference value is set to 3), when the number of discharges is larger than the number of winnings for the accessory (for example, an accessory winning switch) 71a to 73a can be detected).

  If the discharge monitoring timer has timed out (Y in step S482), when a V winning occurs, a transition to a big hit game is performed until the value of the in-function game ball number counter becomes 0 (the processing in step S488). Execution) may be made to wait. Specifically, when the discharge monitoring timer times out (Y in step S482), it is determined whether or not the V winning flag is set. When the V winning flag is set, the number of game balls in the bonus game It is determined whether or not the value of the counter is 0, and the processing of steps S484 to S488 is executed when the value of the in-function game ball number counter becomes 0. Further, when the discharge monitoring timer has timed out (Y in step S482), when a V winning is generated, the game may not be shifted to the big hit game (the process in step S488 is not executed). Specifically, when the discharge monitoring timer times out (Y in step S482), it is determined whether or not the V winning flag is set, and if the V winning flag is set, the steps S489 to S4 are forcibly performed. The process of S492 is executed. Also in this case, if the V winning flag is set at the time of Y in step S481, the processes of steps S484 to S488 are executed.

  FIG. 47 is a flowchart showing the pre-opening process for the special winning opening in the special symbol process (step S308). In the pre-opening process for the big winning opening, the CPU 56 decrements the value of the big winning opening control timer by 1 (step S501), and checks whether or not the value of the big winning opening control timer is 0 (step S502). If the value of the big prize opening control timer is not 0 (N in step S502), the process is ended as it is.

  If the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (Y in step S502), the CPU 56 sets a value of “192” as a threshold value in the abnormal winning determination counter (step S504). The threshold value set in step S504 is a value that allows the maximum winning of the game ball to the big winning opening (first big winning opening) in the 16-round big hit gaming state. In other words, in this embodiment, ten game balls are awarded to the big prize opening per round, so normally 16 rounds in the big hit gaming state (opening of 16 big prize openings) When the game ends, 160 (10 × 16 rounds) game balls win. However, there is a case where the game ball wins the big winning opening from when the count switch 23 detects the winning of the tenth gaming ball to the big winning opening until the big winning opening is closed. In this case, 10 or more game balls will win the grand prize opening in one round, and there is a possibility that 160 or more game balls will win the big prize opening when 16 rounds in the big hit gaming state are completed. There is. On the other hand, in all 16 rounds, it is difficult to empirically think that 12 or more game balls per round win the big prize opening (that is, 192 game balls win the big prize opening in 16 rounds). Therefore, when such a situation occurs, it can be considered that a failure has occurred such that the opening / closing plate 16 of the special prize opening does not close or that some sort of fraud is being performed. Based on such an idea, in this embodiment, the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23 in the 16-round big hit gaming state is up to 191 times (that is, up to 191 winning prizes in the big prize opening) A value of “192” is set as a threshold value in step S504 in order to allow the winning of game balls to the big winning opening. As will be described later, when the number of detections of the count switch 23 reaches 192, it is determined that an abnormal winning has occurred, and processing for executing abnormality notification is executed (see steps S588 and S589 in FIG. 68).

  In addition, as an illegal act of illegally winning a game ball in the grand prize opening, for example, inserting a wire or a cell from the gap of the glass window frame 2 and hooking it on the opening / closing plate of the big prize opening forcibly (forcibly) An act that opens the grand prize opening is assumed. When such an action is performed, in a normal state other than the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state, the big winning opening is opened, the game ball wins the big winning opening, and the outgoing ball is illegally obtained. become. In addition, the big prize opening is left open in the interval period (period in which the processing after closing the big prize opening is executed) and the ending period (period in which the big winning end process is executed) in the big hit gaming state and the small hit gaming state. During this period, the game balls are won at the big winning opening, and much more balls are illegally obtained than the normal balls in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state.

  Next, the CPU 56 executes control to transmit a command for opening a big winning opening for 16 rounds big hit (step S505). The number of rounds is recognized by checking the value of a round number counter that counts the number of rounds in the big hit game. Then, the CPU 56 performs control to drive the solenoid 21 to open the special winning opening (opening / closing plate 20) (step S506). In this embodiment, a RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided. In step S506, the CPU 56 turns on / off the solenoid in the RAM area according to the output state of the output port. The content related to off is set according to the open / close state of the solenoid to be driven. Then, the contents set in the RAM area corresponding to the output state of the output port in the output process of step S32 are output to the output port. As a result, a drive command signal is output from the output port to the solenoid circuit 59. The solenoid circuit 59 outputs a drive signal for driving the solenoid to the solenoid in accordance with the drive command signal, thereby driving the solenoid. Hereinafter, in the process of opening and closing the solenoid, such an operation is performed. Then, the production control microcomputer 100 increments the value of the round number counter by 1 (step S507).

  In addition, the maximum time (16-round round time) during which the big prize opening can be opened in each round in the big round of 16 rounds is set in the big prize opening control timer (step S508). The round time for 16 rounds is, for example, 29 seconds. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special winning opening opening process (step S309) (step S509).

  FIG. 48 is a flowchart showing the special winning opening process during the special symbol process (step S309). In the special winning opening opening process, the CPU 56 first decrements the value of the special winning prize control timer by -1 (step S521).

  Then, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the value of the special winning opening control timer is 0 (step S523). When the value of the big winning opening control timer is not 0 (N in step S523), it is checked whether or not the game ball has won the big winning opening by checking whether or not the count switch 23 is turned on. Confirmation is made (step S524). If the count switch 23 is not turned on (N in step S524), the process is terminated as it is. If the count switch 23 is on (Y in step S524), the CPU 56 decrements the value of the abnormal winning determination counter by -1 (step S525). Then, the value of a winning number counter for counting the number of winning game balls to the big winning opening is incremented by 1 (step S526). Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the winning number counter is a predetermined number (for example, 10) (step S527). If the value of the winning number counter does not reach the predetermined number (N in step S527), the process is ended as it is.

  When the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (Y in step S523) or when the value of the winning number counter is a predetermined number (Y in step S527), the CPU 56 drives the solenoid 21. Then, control for closing the special winning opening (opening / closing plate 20) is performed (step S528). Then, the value of the winning number counter is cleared (set to 0) (step S529).

  Next, the CPU 56 executes control to transmit a command after opening the big winning opening for 16 rounds jackpot (step S530).

  Then, the CPU 56 sets a time (interval time for 16 rounds) from the end of the round to the start of the next round in the big winning prize control timer (step S531). The value of the symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the post-hit closing post-process (step S310) (step S532). The interval time for 16 rounds is, for example, 5 seconds.

  FIG. 49 is a flowchart showing the post-close closing process (step S310) in the special symbol process. In the processing after closing the big prize opening, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not the count switch 23 is turned on (step S540A), and when the count switch 23 is turned on, it decrements the value of the abnormal prize determination counter by -1 (step S540B). ). Then, the CPU 56 decrements the value of the big prize opening control timer by -1 (step S541), and checks whether the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (step S542). If the value of the big prize opening control timer is not 0 (N in step S542), the process is ended as it is.

  If the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (Y in step S542), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the round number counter is 16 (step S544). If the value of the round number counter is not 16 (N in Step S544), control for transmitting a large winning opening open command for 16 round big hit is executed (Step S545). Then, the CPU 56 drives the solenoid 21 to perform control for opening the special winning opening (opening / closing plate 20) (step S547) and increments the value of the round number counter by 1 (step S548).

  Further, the CPU 56 sets a round time for 16 rounds in the special winning opening control timer (step S549). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special winning opening opening process (step S309) (step S550).

  If the value of the round number counter is 16 (Y in step S544), the CPU 56 executes control to transmit an ending command corresponding to the jackpot type (step S551).

  Then, the CPU 56 sets a jackpot end time (end time effect execution time) for notifying the player of the jackpot end in the jackpot control timer (step S553), and sets the value of the special symbol process flag to the jackpot end processing (step S553). The value is updated according to S311) (step S554). The jackpot end time set in step S553 is longer than the count switch detection time. The count switch detection time is a sufficient time for the game ball to be detected by the count switch 23 after winning the winning prize. For example, if it takes a maximum of 1.0 seconds for a game ball to enter the grand prize opening and be detected by the count switch 23, the count switch detection time is longer than 1.0 seconds.

  FIG. 50 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end process (step S311) in the special symbol process. In the big hit ending process, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not the count switch 23 is turned on (step S570A), and when the count switch 23 is turned on, decrements the value of the abnormal winning determination counter by -1 (step S570B). Then, the CPU 56 decrements the value of the special winning opening control timer by −1 (step S571). Then, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (step S572). If the value of the big prize opening control timer is not 0 (N in step S572), the processing is ended as it is.

  If the value of the big prize opening control timer is 0 (Y in step S572), the CPU 56 sets the hour / hour flag (step S573) and checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S574). When the big hit flag is set, 100 is set in the hourly number counter (step S576). When the big hit flag is not set, it is confirmed whether or not the short time small hit flag is set (step S575). When the time reduction small hit flag is set, the time reduction counter is set to 100 (step S576). If the time reduction small hit flag is not set, the time reduction counter is set to 1 (step S577).

  Next, the CPU 56 resets the big hit flag / small hit flag (step S578). Further, the CPU 56 sets, in the abnormal winning determination counter, a threshold value (3) that allows winning to the big winning opening (the first big winning opening and the second big winning opening) in the normal state (step S579). Thereafter, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S580).

  As described above, when a big hit game (second big hit game) is started as a result of the occurrence of a big hit when the time is controlled and a V winning based on the small hit game, the big hit game is started. After completion of the above, control is made to the time-saving state over 100 fluctuations. Also, when a big hit game (second big hit game) is started as a result of a small win when the normal state is controlled and a V win based on the small hit game is started, after the big hit game is over Only one change is controlled to the time-short state. Furthermore, when a big hit occurs and the big hit game (first big hit game) is directly executed without executing the small hit game, the time is controlled to be reduced over 100 fluctuations after the big hit game is finished. According to such a configuration, when a big hit is generated based on the small hit game, the short time state after the big hit game is ended is more controlled when the controlled state is shorter than when the normal state is controlled. Will continue for a long time, which is advantageous to the player. Therefore, when a small hit is made when the time is controlled, it is highly expected that a V prize will be generated, and the interest of the game can be improved. In addition, regardless of the game state, when a big hit occurs without being based on the small hit game, the short-time state is continued for a long time, and the sense of expectation for the occurrence of a direct big hit can be further enhanced.

  In the short-time state, a big hit (second big hit) is made via a small hit (V winning) and a big hit (first big hit) is made without going through a small hit (in the case of direct hit) ) Is configured so that the same 100 times are set as the number of time reductions at the end of the big hit, but is not limited to this configuration, and a different number of times may be set as the number of time reductions. For example, in the case of a short-time state, when a small hit is made (V winning) and a big win (second big hit) is made, a large number of times (for example, 100 times) is set as the short-time number, and the small hit is not passed. When a big hit (first big hit) is reached, a smaller number of times (for example, 80 times) than the above case is set as the number of time reductions. Or, in the case of a short-time state, if a small hit (V win) is made and a big win (second big hit) is made, a small number of times (for example, 80 times) is set as the short-time number, and the small hit is not passed In the case of a big hit (first big hit), a larger number of times (for example, 100 times) than the above case may be set as the number of time reductions.

  Next, bit allocation of input / output ports in the game control microcomputer 560 will be described. FIG. 51 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of bit assignment of input ports related to a switch for detecting a game ball in the game control microcomputer. FIG. 51 shows only switches that detect a game ball and that will pay out a prize ball by winning. As shown in FIG. 51, the bits 5 to 7 of the input port 1 and the bits 0 to 7 of the input port 0 respectively include the magnetic sensors 95a to 95f, the vibration sensor 96a, the winning port switch 39a, the count switch 23, and the third switch. A winning signal switch 73a, a second winning combination switch 72a, a first winning combination winning switch 71a, a winning opening switch 38a, a third starting opening switch 13a, a second starting opening switch 12a, and detection signals from the first starting opening switch 11a. Is entered. The input port 0 and the input port 1 are part of the I / O port unit 57 shown in FIG.

  In this embodiment, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not detection signals from the magnetic sensors 95a to 95f and the vibration sensor 96a have been input (for example, an abnormal state confirmation process is provided during the timer interruption process, and the abnormal state confirmation is performed). Check whether or not detection signals from the magnetic sensors 95a to 95f and the vibration sensor 96a are input in the processing), and an abnormal state occurs when the detection signals from the magnetic sensors 95a to 95f and the vibration sensor 96a are input. Judge that In this case, as will be described later, an abnormal signal is output to the hall computer or the like in the information output process (step S30) in order to notify the abnormal state to the outside of the gaming machine.

  The CPU 56 transmits an abnormal state designation command for designating that an abnormal state has occurred to the effect control CPU 101 so that the effect control CPU 101 notifies the occurrence of the abnormal condition based on the reception of the abnormal condition designation command. (For example, an abnormal state occurrence is displayed on the screen of the effect display device 9, an error sound is generated to notify the occurrence of the abnormal state, and a lamp or the like is lit with a lighting pattern for notifying the occurrence of the abnormal state. Also good). In this embodiment, the door opening sensor for detecting the opening of the door of the gaming machine is not shown. However, if this door opening sensor is provided, whether or not a detection signal from the door opening sensor is input. (For example, an abnormal state confirmation process is provided during the timer interrupt process, and it is confirmed whether or not a detection signal from the door open sensor is input in the abnormal state confirmation process), and the detection signal from the door open sensor It is preferable to determine that an abnormal condition (abnormal release) has occurred. Also in this case, the CPU 56 transmits an abnormal state designation command for designating the occurrence of an abnormal state (abnormal release) to the effect control CPU 101, and the effect control CPU 101 generates an abnormal state based on the reception of the abnormal state designation command. (For example, the occurrence of an abnormal state is displayed on the screen of the effect display device 9, an error sound is generated to notify the occurrence of the abnormal state, and the lamp is turned on with a lighting pattern for notifying the occurrence of the abnormal state. Etc. may be lit).

  FIG. 52 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of output port assignment in the game control means. As shown in FIG. 52, the output port 0 is an output port for a payout command signal (award ball number signal, award ball REQ signal) and a power supply confirmation signal transmitted to the payout control board 37. The high level “1” of the prize ball number signal corresponds to the ON state, and the high level “1” of the power confirmation signal corresponds to the ON state (a state where power is supplied). Further, the low level “0” of the prize ball REQ signal corresponds to an ON state (a state where a payout request is made).

  From the output port 1, a solenoid (large winning port door solenoid) 21 for opening / closing a large winning port (first large winning port, opening / closing plate 16) and a solenoid (normal electric accessory) for opening / closing the variable winning ball device 15 A drive signal for the solenoid 16 is output. Further, from the output port 1, an opening solenoid 75 for opening and closing the variable winning ball apparatus 20 (second large winning opening, opening doors 76A and 76B), a rotating body drive motor 87 for rotating the rotating body 86, and a movable part. A drive signal for the movable part drive solenoids 77B and 78B for driving 77A and 78A and an abnormal signal for notifying the occurrence of an abnormal state (abnormal winning, magnetic abnormality, vibration abnormality, abnormal release) are output. In the output port 1, only the abnormal signal is output to the information terminal board 34 (via the hall computer).

  The output port 2 is an output port for signals output to the information terminal board 34 (via the hall computer). From the output port 2, a start port 1 signal, a start port 2 signal, a start port 3 signal, a symbol determination frequency signal, a big hit 1 signal, a big hit 2 signal, a V signal, and an accessory frequency signal are output. The signal output from the output port 2 is a control information signal generated during the execution of the game control process.

  The output ports 0 to 2 are a part of the I / O port unit 57 shown in FIG. Further, the time when the signal is in the ON state corresponds to the state where the “signal is being output”.

  FIG. 53 is a block diagram showing various signals output to the information terminal board. As shown in FIG. 53, in this embodiment, a start port 1 signal, a start port 2 signal, a start port 3 signal are sent from the game control microcomputer 560 mounted on the main board 31 to the information terminal board 34. The symbol determination number signal, the jackpot 1 signal, the jackpot 2 signal, the V signal, the accessory count signal, and the abnormality signal are output by the information output process (step S30).

  The start port 1 signal is a signal for notifying the number of winnings to the first start winning port 11. The starting port 2 signal is a signal for notifying the number of winnings to the second starting winning port 12. The starting port 3 signal is a signal for notifying the number of winnings to the third starting winning port 13 (variable winning ball apparatus 15). The symbol determination number signal is a signal for notifying the number of changes in the special symbol. The jackpot 1 signal is a signal for notifying that the jackpot game is in progress (the jackpot, that is, the special variable winning ball apparatus is operating). The jackpot 2 signal is a signal for notifying that a jackpot game is being played when a combination of symbols (small bonus symbol) that the variable winning ball apparatus 20 is to operate is displayed. The V signal is a signal for notifying the number of passages to the specific winning opening (specific area) 66 provided in the variable winning ball apparatus (right) 20. The accessory number signal is a signal for notifying the number of times the variable winning ball apparatus (object) 20 is opened. The abnormal signal is a signal for notifying the occurrence of an abnormal state (abnormal winning, magnetic abnormality, vibration abnormality, abnormal release).

  The abnormal signal is output from a common connector (terminal) of the information terminal board 34 when any one of abnormal winning, magnetic abnormality, vibration abnormality, and abnormal release occurs. According to such a configuration, the number of signal lines between the gaming machine and the hall computer can be reduced, wiring work can be simplified, and processing for outputting an abnormal signal is simplified. be able to.

  In the example shown in FIG. 53, on the information terminal board 34, the signal line of the start port 1 signal from the connector CN1, the signal line of the start port 2 signal from the connector CN2, and the signal line of the start port 3 signal from the connector CN3 are connected. One common signal line is connected to the hall computer. Normally, the signal line of the start port 1 signal from the connector CN1, the signal line of the start port 2 signal from the connector CN2, and the signal line of the start port 3 signal from the connector CN3 are connected to different terminals of the hall computer. .

  In some cases, the winning information may be aggregated without distinguishing which starting winning a prize winning gate from the relationship with the performance of the hall computer or the game management of the game store. In such a case, a connection as shown in FIG. 53, which is different from the normal connection, may be performed on the game store (hall) side. As shown in FIG. 53, when the signal line for the start port 1 signal, the signal line for the start port 2 signal, and the signal line for the start port 3 signal are combined and connected to the hall computer, the start prize is received in a short time. If this occurs continuously, the start port signals are duplicated, and each start port signal cannot be recognized by the hall computer. Therefore, in this embodiment, control is performed to avoid duplication of start port signals (see FIGS. 66 and 67).

  Further, in the case where the winning information may be totaled without distinguishing between winning in the plurality of starting winning ports 11 to 13 and winning in the V winning port 66, the signal of the starting port 1 signal from the connector CN1. The signal line for the start port 2 signal from the connector CN2, the signal line for the start port 3 signal from the connector CN3, and the signal line for the V signal from the connector CN7 are connected to the hall computer. May be configured to connect. Also in this case, if the start winning and the V winning are generated continuously in a short time, the start opening signal and the V signal overlap, and the start opening signal cannot be recognized in the hall computer. Therefore, in this embodiment, control for avoiding overlap between the start port signal and the V signal is also performed (see FIGS. 66 and 67).

  FIG. 54 is a waveform diagram showing the output timing of the start port 1 signal. As shown in FIG. 54, the start port 1 signal is output for 0.500 seconds each time the first start port switch 11a detects the passage of the game ball (every time it is turned on) (becomes on). ). However, if the first start port switch 11a detects the passing of the game ball when the winning information signal (start port 1 signal, start port 2 signal, start port 3 signal, V signal) is output, The start port 1 signal is output after 0.500 seconds have elapsed since the end of outputting the winning information signal. That is, as shown in FIG. 54, when the first start port switch 11a continuously detects the passing of the game ball at intervals shorter than 0.500 seconds, or when a winning switch other than the first start port switch 11a (the first switch 2 start port switch 12a, 3rd start port switch 13a, specific area switch 66a) detects passage of game ball, 1st start port switch 11a detects passage of game ball at interval shorter than 0.500 second In this case, since three start port signals (start port 1 signal, start port 2 signal, start port 3 signal) are output from the common terminal (connector CN1) in the information terminal board 34, it is based on two winnings. The signals are duplicated, and each winning prize cannot be recognized in the hall computer. Therefore, in the above case, the start port 1 signal is output after an interval of 0.500 seconds from the end of the output of the winning information signal. As a result, even if a winning occurs continuously within a predetermined period (0.500 seconds), the winning information signal based on each winning can be surely recognized by the hall computer. In this embodiment, when there are a plurality of winning information signals, the start port 1 signal, the start port 2 signal, the start port 3 signal, and the V signal are output in this order.

  FIG. 55 is a waveform diagram showing output timing of the start port 2 signal. As shown in FIG. 55, the start port 2 signal is output for 0.500 seconds each time the second start port switch 12a detects the passage of the game ball (every time it is turned on) (becomes on). ). However, if the second start port switch 12a detects the passing of the game ball when the winning information signal (start port 1 signal, start port 2 signal, start port 3 signal, V signal) is output, The start port 2 signal is output after 0.500 seconds have elapsed since the end of outputting the winning information signal. That is, as shown in FIG. 55, when the second start port switch 12a continuously detects the passing of the game ball at intervals shorter than 0.500 seconds, or a winning switch other than the second start port switch 12a (first The first start port switch 11a, the third start port switch 13a, the specific area switch 66a) detects the passage of the game ball, and the second start port switch 12a detects the passage of the game ball at intervals shorter than 0.500 seconds. In this case, since three start port signals (start port 1 signal, start port 2 signal, start port 3 signal) are output from the common terminal (connector CN1) in the information terminal board 34, it is based on two winnings. The signals are duplicated, and each winning prize cannot be recognized in the hall computer. Therefore, in the above case, the start port 2 signal is output after an interval of 0.500 seconds from the end of the output of the winning information signal. As a result, even if a winning occurs continuously within a predetermined period (0.500 seconds), the winning information signal based on each winning can be surely recognized by the hall computer. In this embodiment, when there are a plurality of winning information signals, the start port 1 signal, the start port 2 signal, the start port 3 signal, and the V signal are output in this order.

  FIG. 56 is a waveform diagram showing the output timing of the start port 3 signal. As shown in FIG. 56, the start port 3 signal is output for 0.500 seconds each time the third start port switch 13a detects the passage of the game ball (every time it is turned on) (becomes on). ). However, if the third start port switch 13a detects the passing of the game ball when the winning information signal (start port 1 signal, start port 2 signal, start port 3 signal, V signal) is output, The start port 3 signal is output after 0.500 seconds have elapsed since the end of outputting the winning information signal. That is, as shown in FIG. 56, when the third start port switch 12a continuously detects the passing of the game ball at intervals shorter than 0.500 seconds, or when a winning switch other than the third start port switch 13a (the first switch The first start port switch 11a, the second start port switch 12a, the specific area switch 66a) detects the passage of the game ball, and the third start port switch 13a detects the passage of the game ball at an interval shorter than 0.500 seconds. In this case, since three start port signals (start port 1 signal, start port 2 signal, start port 3 signal) are output from the common terminal (connector CN1) in the information terminal board 34, it is based on two winnings. The signals are duplicated, and each winning prize cannot be recognized in the hall computer. Therefore, in the above case, the start port 3 signal is output after an interval of 0.500 seconds from the end of the output of the winning information signal. As a result, even if a winning occurs continuously within a predetermined period (0.500 seconds), the winning information signal based on each winning can be surely recognized by the hall computer. In this embodiment, when there are a plurality of winning information signals, the start port 1 signal, the start port 2 signal, the start port 3 signal, and the V signal are output in this order.

  FIG. 57 is a waveform diagram showing the output timing of the symbol determination number signal. As shown in FIG. 57, the symbol determination number signal is output for 0.500 seconds after the special symbol fluctuation is stopped.

  FIG. 58 is a waveform diagram showing the output timing of one jackpot signal. As shown in FIG. 58, the jackpot 1 signal is output while the special variable winning ball device (big winning opening, accessory continuous operation device) is in operation (during the big hit game).

  FIG. 59 is a waveform diagram showing the output timing of two jackpot signals. As shown in FIG. 59, the two jackpot signals are a special variable winning ball device (big winning mouth, It is output during the operation of the accessory continuous operating device (during big hit game). That is, when the special symbol display 8 displays the big win symbol and shifts to the big hit game state, the special symbol display 8 displays the small hit symbol and the variable winning ball device (act) 20 operates and is variable. There is a case where a game ball is won in the winning ball device 20 and a game ball is won in a specific winning port (specific area) 66 in the variable winning ball device 20 to shift to a big hit gaming state. This is output during the big hit game in the latter case.

  FIG. 60 is a waveform diagram showing the output timing of the V signal. As shown in FIG. 60, every time the specific area switch 66a detects the passing of the game ball (the ON state, however, the specific area switch 66a detects the passing of the game ball when the V signal is output. In this case, the V signal is output after 0.500 seconds have elapsed since the end of the output of the V signal, that is, as shown in Fig. 60, the specific area switch 66a is played at an interval shorter than 0.500 seconds. When the passage of the ball is continuously detected, the signals based on the two winnings are duplicated, and each winning is not recognized by the hall computer. In the above case, the output of the V signal is terminated. The V signal is output after an interval of 0.500 seconds from the time, so that even if a V prize is continuously generated within a predetermined period (0.500 seconds), each V signal is output. Based on the prize The Ku winning information signal can be reliably recognized in the hall computer.

  On the other hand, in the example shown in FIG. 53, three start port signals (start port 1 signal, start port 2 signal, start port 3 signal) are output from the common terminal (connector CN1) on the information terminal board 34 to the hall computer. However, the V signal is output to the hall computer from a terminal (connector CN2) different from the terminal of the start port signal in the information terminal board 34. Therefore, even if the output timings of the start port signal and the V signal overlap, the pulses of the two signals do not overlap. However, in a case where the winning information may be totaled without distinguishing between winning in the plurality of starting winning ports 11 to 13 and winning in the V winning port 66, a starting port signal (starting port 1 signal, starting port) (Port 2 signal, start port 3 signal) and V signal are output through a common signal line. In this case, from 0.500 seconds after the winning switch (the first start port switch 11a, the second start port switch 12a, the third start port switch 13a) other than the specific area switch 66a detects the passage of the game ball. However, if the specific area switch 66a detects the passing of the game ball at a short interval, the signals based on the two winnings are duplicated, and each winning prize cannot be recognized by the hall computer. Therefore, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 60, when the winning information signal (start port 1 signal, start port 2 signal, start port 3 signal) other than the V signal is output, the specific area switch 66a is activated. Even when the passing of the game ball is detected, the V signal is output after 0.500 seconds have elapsed since the end of outputting the winning information signal. In this embodiment, when there are a plurality of winning information signals, the start port 1 signal, the start port 2 signal, the start port 3 signal, and the V signal are output in this order.

  FIG. 61 is a waveform diagram showing the output timing of the accessory count signal. As shown in FIG. 61, the number-of-functions signal is output for 0.500 seconds for each opening of the variable winning ball device (for a role) 20. As shown in FIG. 61, when the number of opening of the variable winning ball apparatus (the accessory) 20 is one, the combination of symbols (small winning symbol) that the variable winning ball apparatus (the accessory) 20 is activated is selected. From the time of the display, the combination of the stop symbol display time (execution time of the special symbol stop process of step S303) and the pre-release time of the accessory (execution time of the pre-release of the accessory of step S304) is added after the elapsed time. An object count signal is output for 0.500 seconds. In addition, when the number of times the variable winning ball apparatus (object) 20 is released is 2, the combination of symbols that the variable winning ball apparatus (object) 20 is activated so that the accessory number signal is not continuous ( The time obtained by adding the stop symbol display time (execution time of the special symbol stop processing in step S303) and the pre-release time (execution time of the pre-release processing of step S304) from the time when the small hit symbol) is displayed. After the elapse of time, the accessory frequency signal is output for 0.500 seconds, and after 0.500 seconds have elapsed since the OFF of the accessory frequency signal, the accessory frequency signal is output for 0.500 seconds.

  FIG. 62 is a waveform diagram showing the output timing of the abnormal signal. As shown in FIG. 62, the abnormal signal includes an abnormal winning at the winning a prize opening (the first winning a prize opening, the second winning a prize opening), a magnetic abnormality around the winning a prize opening, a vibration abnormality state of the gaming machine, a winning a prize opening. Is output for 30 seconds after the abnormal opening is detected. If another abnormality is detected within 30 seconds after the output of the abnormality signal is started, the abnormality signal is output until 30 seconds have elapsed since the last abnormality was detected. In the example shown in FIG. 62, after an abnormal signal is output based on the detection of a magnetic abnormality, the last detected large prize is detected when an abnormal prize is detected in the big prize opening before 30 seconds elapses. An example is shown in which an abnormal signal is output until 30 seconds have elapsed since the detection of an abnormal winning at the winning opening.

  63 to 65 are flowcharts showing the information output process of step S30. Of the processes shown in FIGS. 63 to 65, steps S1001 and S1002 are processes for outputting the start port 1 signal, the start port 2 signal, the start port 3 signal, and the V signal, and steps S1004 to S1018 are performed. It is a process for outputting the number-of-times signal, and steps S1020 to S1030 are a process for outputting one signal for big hit and two signals for big hit, and steps S1031 to S1036 are processes for outputting a signal for determining the number of symbols. is there. Steps S1040 to S1047 are processes for outputting an abnormal signal.

  In the information output process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the first start prize, the second start prize, the third start prize, and the V prize have occurred, and the first start prize, the second start prize, the third start prize, When any one of the V winnings is generated, a winning information storing process for storing the generated winning information in a predetermined area (information storing counter corresponding to the starting winning) of the RAM 55 is executed (step S1001). That is, when the first start winning is generated, the generated winning information is stored in the information storage counter corresponding to the first starting winning, and when the second starting winning is generated, the generated winning information is stored in the second winning information. The information is stored in the information storage counter corresponding to the start prize, and when the third start prize is generated, the generated prize information is stored in the information storage counter corresponding to the third start prize, and when the V prize is generated, The generated winning information is stored in the information storage counter corresponding to the V winning. Then, the CPU 56 executes a winning information setting process (step S1002). The contents of the winning information setting process will be described later (see FIGS. 66 and 67).

  Next, the CPU 56 sets an initial value (00 (H)) in the information buffer formed in the RAM 55 (step S1003). Then, the CPU 56 loads the accessory count information storage timer LOW and the accessory count information storage timer HI to the timer values (step S1004). Specifically, the accessory count information storage timer LOW is loaded into the lower byte of the timer value, and the accessory count information storage timer HI is loaded into the upper byte of the timer value. The accessory count information storage timer LOW is a measured value of the time during which the accessory is closed, and the accessory count information storage timer HI is a measured value of the time during which the accessory is opened.

  Next, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the timer value has timed out (the value is 0) (step S1005). When the timer value has not timed out (N in step S1005), the process proceeds to step S1012. When the timer value has timed out (Y in step S1005), the CPU 56 sets the address of the accessory count information storage counter in the pointer (step S1006), and loads the accessory count information storage counter pointed to by the pointer (step S1006). Step S1007). In addition, the number of times (1 or 2) of opening of the accessory (variable winning ball apparatus 20) corresponding to the small hit symbol is set in the accessory count information storage counter. For example, as shown in FIG. 24, when the small hit symbol “0” is determined, the number of times of opening (1 time) is the number of times of the accessory at the start of the operation of the accessory (the pre-opening of the accessory shown in FIG. 37). When the small counter symbol “1” is determined, the number of times of opening (2 times) is set in the accessory count information storage counter at the start of the operation of the accessory. Then, the CPU 56 reflects the state of the accessory count information storage counter in the flag register (step S1008), and determines whether or not the value of the accessory count information storage counter is 0 (step S1009).

  If the value of the accessory count information storage counter is 0 (Y in step S1009), the process proceeds to step S1020. If the value of the accessory count information storage counter is not 0 (N in step S1009), the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the value of the accessory count information storage counter pointed to by the pointer (step S1010). Then, the CPU 56 sets the accessory count operation time to a timer value (step S1011). Next, the CPU 56 sets the upper byte of the timer value as the comparison value (step S1012), reflects the state of the comparison value in the flag register (step S1013), and determines whether the comparison value is 0 (step S1014). ).

  When the comparison value is not 0 (N in step S1014), the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the upper byte of the timer value (step S1015), and sets the accessory count output bit position of the information buffer (step S1016). When the number-of-functions output bit position of the information buffer is set, the winning storage information buffer is loaded in the subsequent step S1037, the logical sum of the winning storage information buffer and the information buffer is obtained in step S1038, and the calculation result is obtained in step S1039. By outputting to the output port 2, an accessory frequency signal is output from the output port 2 (becomes ON state).

  On the other hand, when the comparison value is 0 (Y in step S1014), the processing in step S1016 is not executed, and therefore the accessory count signal is not output from the output port 2 and is turned off. At this time, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the lower byte of the timer value (step S1017). Then, the timer value is stored in the accessory count information storage timer LOW and the accessory count information storage timer HI (step S1018). Specifically, the lower byte of the timer value is stored in the accessory count information storage timer LOW, and the upper byte of the timer value is stored in the accessory count information storage timer HI.

  By the processing of steps S1004 to S1018 described above, a bonus number signal corresponding to the number of times the bonus item is actuated is output (turns on).

  Next, the CPU 56 loads a specific area passage flag that is set when the game ball passes through the specific area 66 (step S1020), and compares the specific area passage flag with the specified value (01H) with passage of the specific area ( Step S1021), it is confirmed whether or not the specific area passing flag is a specified value with a specific area passing (step S1022). That is, it is confirmed whether or not the specific area passing flag is set (01H).

  When the specific area passing flag is not set (N in step S1022), the CPU 56 loads the special symbol process flag (step S1023), and the special symbol process flag value and the special winning opening opening pre-processing designation value (“ 7 ”) (step S1024), and it is determined whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 7 (step S1025). When the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 5 (Y in step S1025), the process proceeds to step S1031. When the value of the special symbol process flag is 5 or more (N in step S1025), the output buffer position of the jackpot of the information buffer is set (step S1026).

  Next, the CPU 56 loads the special symbol buffer in which the special symbol stop symbol content is stored (step S1027), and compares the special symbol buffer content with the special symbol pattern in the case of the small hit symbol (step S1028). ), It is determined whether or not the content of the special symbol buffer is a special symbol pattern in the case of a small hit symbol (step S1029). If the content of the special symbol buffer is not the special symbol pattern in the case of the small hit symbol (Y in Step S1029), the process proceeds to Step S1031. If the special symbol buffer is a special symbol pattern in the case of a small hit symbol (N in step S1029), the CPU 56 sets the big output two output bit position of the information buffer (step S1030). When the big hit 1 output bit position and the big hit 2 output bit position of the information buffer are set, the winning storage information buffer is loaded in step S1037, and the winning storage information buffer and the information buffer are logically ORed in step S1038. By outputting the operation result to the output port 2 in S1039, one big hit signal and two big hit signals are outputted from the output port 2 (become turned on).

  By the processing of steps S1020 to S1030 described above, one jackpot signal and two jackpot signals corresponding to the jackpot type are output (turns on).

  The hall computer receives one jackpot signal or two jackpot signals, and these signals indicate that the jackpot gaming state is in effect and that the jackpot gaming state starts directly without going through the starting operation state. It is possible to recognize whether the game state is a big hit game state or a second big hit game state that is started after the start operation state.

  Next, the CPU 56 loads the special symbol stop information timer into the register (step S1031), reflects the state of the special symbol stop information timer in the flag register (step S1032), and has the special symbol stop information timer timed out? Whether or not is determined (step S1033). In the special symbol changing process (step S302), for example, after the process of step S123, when the symbol fixed number output time is set in the special symbol stop information timer and the symbol fixed number output time has not elapsed, the special symbol It is determined that the stop information timer has not timed out, and it is determined that the special symbol stop information timer has timed out when the symbol determination count output time has elapsed (when the value of the special symbol stop information timer is 0).

  If the special symbol stop information timer has not timed out (N in step S1033), the special symbol stop information timer is decremented by 1 (step S1034), and the calculation result is stored in the special symbol stop information timer (step S1035). Then, the symbol fixed number output bit position of the information buffer (bit 3 of the output port 2 in the example shown in FIG. 52) is set (step S1036). When the symbol decision number output bit position of the information buffer is set, the winning storage information buffer is loaded in the subsequent step S1037, the logical sum of the winning storage information buffer and the information buffer is obtained in step S1038, and the calculation result is obtained in step S1039. By outputting to the output port 2, the symbol determination number signal is output from the output port 2 (becomes ON state). If the special symbol stop information timer times out (Y in step S1033), the process of step S1036 is not executed, so that the symbol determination number signal is turned off.

  By the processing of steps S1031 to S1036 described above, the symbol determination number signal is turned on every time the special symbol variation stops (stopped symbol is fixed).

  Next, the CPU 56 loads the abnormal signal information timer (step S1040), reflects the state of the abnormal signal information timer in the flag register (step S1041), and determines whether the abnormal signal information timer has timed out (step S1041). S1042). In the abnormal winning notification process, it is determined that an abnormal state (abnormal winning, magnetic abnormality, etc.) has occurred, and a predetermined time (30 seconds in this example) is set in the abnormal signal information timer (see steps S590A and S590C). Is not elapsed, it is determined that the abnormal signal information timer has not timed out, and when the predetermined time has elapsed (when the value of the abnormal signal information timer is 0), the abnormal signal information timer has timed out. Determined.

  If the abnormal signal information timer has not timed out (N in step S1042), 1 is subtracted from the abnormal signal information timer (step S1043), and the calculation result is stored in the abnormal signal information timer (step S1044). Then, the abnormal signal output bit position of the information buffer (bit 6 of the output port 1 in the example shown in FIG. 53) is set (step S1045). When the abnormal signal output bit position of the information buffer is set, the information buffer is set to the output value in step S1046, and the abnormal value is output by outputting the output value to bit 6 of the output port 1 in step S1047. Output from port 1 (turns on). If the abnormal signal information timer times out (Y in step S1042), the process in step S1045 is not executed, and as a result, the abnormal signal is turned off.

  30 seconds have elapsed since the above-described processing of steps S1040 to S1045 detected abnormal winning at the prize winning opening, magnetic abnormality around the winning prize opening, abnormal vibration of the gaming machine, and abnormal opening of the winning prize opening. Until then, an abnormal signal is output using the common connector CN of the information terminal board 34. Further, when another abnormality is detected within 30 seconds after the output of the abnormality signal, the abnormality signal is output until 30 seconds have elapsed since the last abnormality was detected.

  66 and 67 are flowcharts showing the winning information setting process in step S1002. In the winning information setting process, the CPU 56 loads the winning memory timer LOW and the winning memory timer HI (step S1101). Here, the winning memory timer LOW is a timer for measuring the time during which the winning information signal is off, and the winning memory timer HI is a timer for measuring the time during which the winning information signal is on.

  Next, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the prize storage timer (timer for measuring the time during which the prize information signal is off / on) has timed out (value is 0) (step S1102). When the winning storage timer has not timed out (N in step S1102), the process proceeds to step S1123. When the winning storage timer has timed out (Y in step S1102), the CPU 56 sets the address of the information count table in the pointer (step S1103), and sets the upper address (7FH) of the work area in the upper byte of the check pointer. Set (step S1104) and load the number of processes pointed to by the pointer (step S1105). The information count table includes an information storage counter area for counting the number of first start prizes, an information storage counter area for counting the number of second start prizes, and information for counting the number of third start prizes. It is a table in which a storage counter area and an information storage counter area for counting the number of V winning prizes are provided. Each time there is a win, the value of the information storage counter (information start counter corresponding to the first start win, second start win, third start win, V win) is incremented by one. The initial value of the processing number is 4 (number corresponding to four information storage counters).

  Then, the CPU 56 adds 1 to the pointer (step S1106), and loads the lower address of the information storage counter pointed to by the pointer to the lower byte of the check pointer (step S1107). Then, the CPU 56 executes the process of incrementing the pointer by 3 (steps S1108 to S1110), and loads the information storage counter pointed to by the check pointer (step S1111).

  Next, the CPU 56 reflects the state of the information storage counter in the flag register (step S1112), and determines whether the value of the information storage counter is 0 (step S1113).

  If the value of the information storage counter is 0 (Y in step S1113), 1 is subtracted from the number of processes (step S1114), and it is determined whether the number of processes is 0 (step S1115). If the number of processes is not 0, the process proceeds to step S1106. If the number of processes is 0, the process ends.

  In this embodiment, as described above, when the winning information signals overlap, the start port 1 signal, the start port 2 signal, the start port 3 signal, and the V signal are output in this order. In order to realize such a configuration, the processes of steps S1111 to S1115 are performed. That is, in step S1111, first, the first start winning information storage counter is loaded. When the value of the first start winning information storage counter becomes 0 (Y in step S1113), since the number of processes is not yet 0 (Y in step S1115), the process proceeds to step S1106. In step S1111, the second start winning information storage counter is loaded. When the value of the second start winning information storage counter becomes 0 (Y in step S1113), since the number of processes is not yet 0 (Y in step S1115), the process proceeds to step S1106 again, and in step S1111 The information storage counter for the third start winning prize is loaded. When the value of the third start winning information storage counter becomes 0 (Y in step S1113), since the number of processes is not yet 0 (Y in step S1115), the process proceeds to step S1106 again, and in step S1111 The V winning information storage counter is loaded. When the value of the V winning information storage counter becomes 0 (Y in step S1113), the number of processes becomes 0 (N in step S1115), and the process ends. As described above, in the processing in steps S1111 to S1115, when there is a winning at the first starting winning opening 11, the starting opening 2 signal is output until all starting opening 1 signals based on the winning are output. Next, when there is a winning at the second starting winning opening 12, the starting opening 3 signal is not output until all starting opening 2 signals based on the winning are output, and then the third starting winning opening 13 When there is a winning, the V signal is not output until all the start port 3 signals based on the winning are output.

  In step S1113, if the value of the information storage counter is not 0 (N in step S1113), the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the value of the information storage counter (step S1116), and stores the calculation result in the information storage counter pointed to by the check pointer. (Step S1117). Then, the CPU 56 sets the winning information operating time (step S1118), stores the winning information signal ON time of the winning information operating time in the winning information timer HI (step S1119), and receives the winning information signal OFF time of the winning information operating time. Is stored in the information storage timer LOW (step S1120). Then, the CPU 56 loads the information output data pointed to by the pointer (step S1121) and stores it in the information storage information buffer (step S1122). Note that the winning storage information buffer is loaded in step S1037 of FIG. 64 executed thereafter, the OR operation of the winning storage information buffer and the information buffer is performed in step S1038, and the calculation result is output to the output port 2 in step S1039. As a result, a winning information signal is output from the output port 2 (the winning information signal is turned on).

  Next, the CPU 56 loads the winning storage timer HI (step S1123), reflects the state of the winning storage timer HI in the flag register (step S1124), and determines whether the winning storage timer HI has timed out (step S1125). When the winning memory timer has not timed out (step S1125), the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the winning memory timer HI (step S1131), and stores the calculation result in the winning memory timer HI (step S1132).

  If the winning memory timer HI has timed out (Y in step S1125), the CPU 56 loads the winning memory timer LOW (step S1126), decrements the winning memory timer LOW by 1 (step S1127), and wins the calculation result. Store in the storage timer LOW (step S1128). Then, the CPU 56 sets clear data (00H) (step S1129), and stores it in the winning storage information buffer (step S1130). As a result of clearing the output bit of the winning information signal in the processing of steps S1037 to S1038 of FIG. 64 executed thereafter by this processing, the winning information signal is turned off.

  As described above, when the winning storage timer HI is not 0 (N in step S1102 and N in S1125), the winning information signal is turned on and when the winning storage timer HI becomes 0 (N in step S1102 and Y in S1125). ) Until the winning memory timer LOW becomes 0 (Y in step S1102), the winning information signal is turned off. The winning information signal is checked first for the number of winnings of the starting port 1 signal (the value of the information storage counter corresponding to the first starting winning) (step S1113), and the starting port 1 signal until the number of winnings becomes zero. Is then repeatedly executed, and then the number of winnings in the starting port 2 signal (the value of the information storage counter corresponding to the second starting winning) is checked (step S1113), and the starting port 2 until the number of winnings becomes zero. The signal output process is repeatedly executed, and then the number of winnings in the starting port 3 signal (the value of the information storage counter corresponding to the third starting winning) is checked (step S1113), and the starting port is kept until the number of winnings becomes zero. The three-signal output process is repeatedly executed, and finally, the number of winning of the V signal (the value of the information storage counter corresponding to the V winning) is checked (step S1113). The output processing of the V signal to the winning number is 0 is repeatedly executed. As a result, signals are output in the order of the start port 1 signal, the start port 2 signal, the start port 3 signal, and the V signal.

  In the above-described winning information setting process, a winning with a high priority (for example, a first starting winning) is generated while a winning information signal (for example, a start port 3 signal or a V signal) is output based on a winning with a low priority. Even in such a case, the output of a winning information signal (for example, start port 1 signal) based on a winning with a high priority is waited, and a winning information signal (for example, start port 3 signal, V signal) based on a low priority is received. After all are output, a winning information signal (for example, start port 1 signal) based on a winning with a high priority is output. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and when a high-priority winning (for example, the first starting winning) occurs during the output of a winning information signal (for example, the start port 3 signal) based on a low-priority winning. May be configured to output a winning information signal based on a winning with a higher priority after the output of the winning information signal. Specifically, the check processing of the information storage counter in steps S1111-S113 is always a winning information storage counter with a high priority, and when the value of the information storage counter is not 0, the winning information with the next highest priority is displayed. The stored counter may be checked. According to such a configuration, it becomes possible to preferentially output a winning information signal based on a winning having a higher priority.

  68 and 69 are flowcharts showing the abnormal winning notification process in step S23. In the abnormal winning notification process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not an abnormal notification prohibition flag is set (step S581). The abnormality notification prohibition flag is set in a main process that is executed when power supply to the gaming machine is started (see step S44). When the abnormality notification prohibition flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S585. If the abnormality notification prohibition flag is set, the value of the prohibition period timer set in step S45 is decremented by 1 (step S582). When the value of the prohibition period timer becomes 0, that is, when the prohibition period timer times out, the abnormality notification prohibition flag is reset (steps S583 and S584).

  Next, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 4 or more (step S585). The state where the value of the special symbol process flag is 4 or more is a state where a small hit game or a big hit game is being played. On the other hand, the state where the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 4 is a normal state other than during the small hit game or the big hit game.

  If the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 4 (a state where neither a big hit game nor a small hit game is played), the CPU 56 receives bits 0 to 3 of the input port 0 (counter switch 23, bonus winning switches 71a to 73a). It is checked whether or not the value of the detection signal input bit from 0 has changed from 0 to 1 (step S586). When the bits 0 to 3 of the input port 0 change from 0 to 1 (that is, when the counter switch 23 or the like is turned on) (Y in step S586), the CPU 56 sets the value of the abnormal winning determination counter to − 1 (step S587). The process of step S587 corresponds to a process of counting the number of abnormal winnings to the big winning mouths (the first big winning mouth and the second big winning mouth) in the normal state.

  In step S585, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 8 or more. If the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 8 (a state where no big hit game is played), the CPU 56 inputs It is confirmed whether or not the value of the input bit corresponding to the count switch 23 of port 0 has changed from 0 to 1, and when the value of the input bit has changed from 0 to 1 (when the count switch 23 is turned on) Decrements the value of the abnormal winning determination counter, then checks whether the value of the special symbol process flag is 4 or more and less than 8, and if the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 4 or 8 or more The CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the input bit corresponding to the prize winning switch 71a to 73a of the input port 0 has changed from 0 to 1 (in the state where the small hit game is not performed). When the value of the input bit is changed from 0 to 1 (if the character object winning switch 71a~73a is turned on) may be configured values of the abnormality winning determination counter to -1.

  After decrementing the value of the abnormal winning determination counter by -1 (after execution of the process of step S587) or when the value of the special symbol process is 4 or more (Y of step S585), the CPU 56 determines the value of the abnormal winning determination counter. Is confirmed to be 0 (step S588). Here, when the value of the abnormal winning determination counter is 0, it means that the number of winnings to the big winning mouth (first big winning mouth, second big winning mouth) has reached “3” in the normal state, The number of wins in the second big prize opening in the winning game state has reached “5” or “10”, and the number of wins in the first big prize opening has reached “192” in the 16-round big hit gaming state , That means. In this case, as described above, it has been determined that an abnormal winning has occurred because the threshold (allowable number) at which a winning in the big winning opening is allowed in each gaming state has been reached. Therefore, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit an abnormal winning notification designation command for instructing notification of abnormal winning to the effect control board (step S589).

  In the above example, an abnormal prize is awarded when the number of game balls awarded to the big prize opening in the normal state (the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23 and the bonus prize prize switches 71a to 73a) reaches “3”. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and when the bits 0 to 3 of the input port 0 change from 0 to 1 (that is, when the counter switch 23 or the like is turned on) (step S586). Y), it may be determined that an abnormal winning has occurred immediately (that is, without determining whether or not the number of winnings has reached the threshold). This is because in a normal state, it is not possible for a game ball to be awarded to the big prize opening.

  In the jackpot ending process shown in FIG. 50, the switch detection time (the time from when the game ball is won to the big winning opening until it is detected by the count switch 23 or the accessory winning switches 71a to 73a) has elapsed. After that, the value of the special symbol process flag is returned to zero. Therefore, normally, processing after step S543 is not executed before the game ball has won the big winning opening but is not detected by the count switch 23 or the like.

  As a result of the above processing, when the number of detections of the counter switch 23 and the like reaches three in the normal state, an abnormal winning notification designation command is transmitted. Also, the abnormal winning designation command is transmitted even when the number of detected winning combinations winning switches 71a to 73a reaches 5 times or 10 times in the small hit gaming state. The abnormal winning notification designation command is also transmitted when the number of detections of the count switch 23 reaches 192 in the big hit gaming state.

  Further, the process of steps S581 to S583 prohibits the start of abnormality notification when the effect control microcomputer 100 is performing initialization notification. Note that the production control microcomputer 100 continues to execute the initialization notification until the period corresponding to the prohibition period has elapsed since the start of the initialization notification.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the discharge abnormality determination counter is 3 or more (step S590A). If the value of the discharge abnormality determination counter is 3 or more (Y in step S590A), control for transmitting a discharge abnormality notification designation command is executed (step S590B). Further, the CPU 56 sets a predetermined time (in this example, 30 seconds) in the abnormal signal information timer (step S590C).

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the magnetic detection signals output from the magnetic sensors 95a to 95f are turned on (step S591A). If the magnetic detection signal is in the on state, the CPU 56 determines that a magnetic abnormality in the special winning opening has been detected, and performs control to transmit a magnetic abnormality notification designation command to the effect control board 80 (step S591B). Further, the CPU 56 sets a predetermined time (in this example, 30 seconds) in the abnormal signal information timer (step S591C).

  By executing the processing of steps S591A to S591C, an abnormality can be detected when an illegal act is performed such as using a magnet or the like to win a game ball in the big prize opening, and the occurrence of the abnormality is notified. And can be output externally via the information terminal board 34.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the vibration detection signal output from the vibration sensor 96a has been turned on (step S592A). If the vibration detection signal is on, the CPU 56 determines that a vibration abnormality state of the gaming machine has been detected, and performs control to transmit a vibration abnormality notification designation command to the effect control board 80 (step S592B). Further, the CPU 56 sets a predetermined time (in this example, 30 seconds) in the abnormal signal information timer (step S592C).

  By executing the processing of steps S592A to S592C, it is possible to detect an abnormality when an action that vibrates the gaming machine and illegally wins the game ball is performed, and the occurrence of the abnormality can be notified. The information can be output externally via the information terminal board 34.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the special winning opening open flag is set (step S593A). The big winning opening open flag is set (Y in step S593A) is when the big winning opening is controlled to be in the open state. In such a state, when the special winning opening signal is not on (N in step S594A), there is a possibility that an abnormality has occurred in the special winning opening. Specifically, it is considered that there is an abnormality in which the big prize opening is not opened even though the game control microcomputer 560 performs control to open the big prize opening. Therefore, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit an abnormal opening notification designation command to the effect control board 80 (step S594B). Further, the CPU 56 sets a predetermined time (in this example, 30 seconds) in the abnormal signal information timer (step S594C).

  Further, when the special winning opening open flag is not set (N in Step S593A), the special winning opening is controlled to be closed. In such a state, when the big prize opening signal is on (Y in step S593B), there is a possibility that an abnormality has occurred in the big prize opening. Specifically, it is considered that there is an abnormality in which the big prize opening is not closed even though the game control microcomputer 560 performs control for closing the big prize opening. Therefore, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit an abnormal opening notification designation command to the effect control board 80 (step S593C). Further, the CPU 56 sets a predetermined time (30 seconds in this example) to the abnormal signal information timer (step S593D).

  It should be noted that the grand prize opening is not opened when the big prize opening open flag is set, and that the big prize opening is opened when the big prize opening open flag is not set, Marked as abnormal opening.

  In this embodiment, the control for detecting and notifying the abnormal winning a prize winning opening is performed, but the abnormal winning to the variable winning ball apparatus 15 having the third starting winning a prize opening 13 is detected and notified. Control may also be performed (when the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is open only when the third start winning opening 13 is configured to be able to win). In this case, since the control state of the variable winning ball device 15 can be determined by the value of the normal symbol process flag, the CPU 56 does not indicate that the value of the normal symbol process flag indicates that the variable winning ball device 15 is open. An abnormal winning notification designation command is also transmitted when it is detected that the detection signal of the third start port switch 13a is turned on. It is preferable that the abnormal winning notification designation command is distinguishable from the abnormal winning notification designation command transmitted when an abnormal winning to the big winning opening is detected.

  For example, in the normal symbol process, the CPU 56 confirms the number of passages through the gate and determines whether or not to hit the normal symbol and determines the stop symbol of the normal symbol, normal symbol normal processing, various processes during the variation of the normal symbol A normal symbol change process for executing the normal symbol, a normal symbol stop process for stopping and displaying the normal symbol, and a normal electric accessory actuating process for controlling the opening / closing of the normal electric accessory (variable winning ball apparatus 15) after the normal symbol is hit. Execute. In this case, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the normal symbol process flag is a value (for example, 3) corresponding to the normal electric actor operation processing in the abnormal winning notification process, and the normal symbol process flag is the normal electric actor operation. When the value is other than the value corresponding to the process, it may be determined that an abnormal winning has occurred based on detecting that the detection signal from the third start port switch 13a is turned on.

  It should be noted that when a game ball is won at the second grand prize opening while the big hit game is being executed (when the first big prize opening is open), it may be determined that an abnormal winning has occurred. It may be determined that an abnormal winning has occurred when a game ball has won a prize at the first grand prize opening during the execution of the game (while the second big prize opening is open). For example, when the answer is Y in step S585 (when any one of the pre-serving release process and the jackpot end process is executed), it is determined whether or not the value of the special symbol process flag is 8 or more. When the value of the special symbol process flag is not 8 or more (when it is less than 8), since the small hit game is being executed, the game ball should not win the first big winning opening. Accordingly, at this time, the winning at the first grand prize opening (count switch 23 is turned on) is confirmed, and if there is a winning at the first big prize opening, an abnormal winning designation command is transmitted as an abnormal winning has occurred. Execute control to Further, when the value of the special symbol process flag is 8 or more, since the big hit game is executed, the game ball should not win the second big winning opening. Therefore, at this time, it is confirmed that a prize has been won at the second grand prize opening (the turn-on prize winning switches 71a to 73a are turned on). Executes control to send specified command. According to such a configuration, it is possible to reliably detect and notify an abnormal winning in the small hit game and the big hit game.

  Further, it is determined that an abnormal winning has occurred when the number of winning game balls to the second grand prize opening reaches a predetermined number during the execution of the big hit game (while the first big prize opening is opened). In addition, it is determined that an abnormal winning has occurred when the number of game balls received at the first big winning opening reaches a predetermined number while the small hit game is being executed (while the second big winning opening is opened). You may make it do. For example, in the above example, only one abnormal winning determination counter is provided, but the first abnormal winning determination counter for determining an abnormal winning with respect to the first large winning opening and the abnormal with respect to the second large winning opening. A second abnormal winning determination counter for determining a winning is provided. In step S412, the value “5” or “10” is set in the second abnormal winning determination counter, and the value “3” is set in the first abnormal winning determination counter. In step S504, when a big win has occurred, a value of “192” is set in the first abnormal winning determination counter and a value of “3” is set in the second abnormal winning determination counter. Then, during the small hit game and the big hit game, the value of the first abnormal winning determination counter is decremented by 1 every time the count switch 23 is turned on, and the second abnormal winning determination is determined every time the accessory winning switch 71a to 73a is turned on. Decrement the counter value by -1. In step S588, it is determined whether or not the value of the first abnormal winning determination counter is 0, and whether or not the value of the second abnormal winning determination counter is 0 is determined. When the value of either or both of the abnormal winning determination counters is 0, control for transmitting an abnormal winning designation command is executed. Even with such a configuration, it is possible to reliably detect and notify an abnormal winning in the small hit game and the big hit game, and it is possible to prevent the abnormal winning from being determined due to erroneous detection due to noise or the like. .

Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described.
FIG. 70 is a flowchart showing a main process executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) mounted on the effect control board 80. The effect control CPU 101 starts executing the main process when the power is turned on. In the main processing, first, initialization processing is performed for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing a timer for determining the activation control activation interval (for example, 2 ms) (step S701). .

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to a loop process for monitoring the timer interrupt flag (step S702). When a timer interrupt occurs, the effect control CPU 101 sets a timer interrupt flag in the timer interrupt process. If the timer interrupt flag is set in the main process, the effect control CPU 101 clears the flag (step S703) and executes the effect control process.

  In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 first analyzes the received effect control command and executes a process of setting a flag according to the received effect control command (command analysis process: step S704). Next, the effect control CPU 101 executes effect control process processing (step S705). In the effect control process, the process corresponding to the current control state (effect control process flag) is selected from the processes corresponding to the control state, and display control of the effect display device 9 is executed. In addition, a random number update process for updating a counter value of a counter for generating a predetermined random number (for example, a random number for determining a stop symbol) is executed (step S706). Furthermore, a notification control process for performing notification using an effect device such as the effect display device 9 is executed (step S707). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S702.

  FIG. 71 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a command reception buffer for storing effect control commands received from the game control microcomputer 560 of the main board 31. In this example, a command reception buffer in the form of a ring buffer capable of storing six 2-byte effect control commands is used. Therefore, the command reception buffer is configured by a 12-byte area of reception command buffers 1 to 12. A command reception number counter indicating in which area the received command is stored is used. The command reception number counter takes a value from 0 to 11. The ring buffer format is not necessarily required.

  The effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 is received by an interrupt process based on the effect control INT signal, and is stored in a buffer area formed in the RAM. In the command analysis process, it is analyzed which command (see FIG. 30) is the effect control command stored in the buffer area.

  72 to 74 are flowcharts showing specific examples of command analysis processing (step S704). The effect control command received from the main board 31 is stored in the reception command buffer, but in the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms the content of the command stored in the command reception buffer.

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

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

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

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

  If the received effect control command is a jackpot start designation command (step S623), the effect control CPU 101 sets a jackpot start designation command reception flag (step S624). If the received effect control command is a small hit start designation command (step S625), the effect control CPU 101 sets a small hit start designation command reception flag (step S626).

  If the received effect control command is a start winning designation command (step S627), the reserved memory number displayed in the reserved memory number display area (the reserved memory number display area 9c in FIG. 75) on the display screen of the effect display device 9 is set to 1. Control to change the display state of the effect display device 9 is performed so as to increase (step S628). If the received effect control command is a time reduction number designation command (step S629), the time reduction number displayed in the time reduction number display area (time reduction number display area 9d in FIG. 75) on the display screen of the effect display device 9 is changed. Control is performed (step S630).

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

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

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

  If the received effect control command is the first abnormal winning notification designation command (step S645), the effect control CPU 101 sets a first abnormal winning notification designation command reception flag (step S646). If the received effect control command is an accessory winning designation command (step S649), an accessory winning designation command reception flag is set (step S650).

  If the received effect control command is the first effect start designation command (step S663), the first effect start designation command reception flag is set (step S664). If the received effect control command is the second effect start designation command (step S665), the second effect start designation command reception flag is set (step S666). If the received effect control command is the third effect start designation command (step S667), the third effect start designation command reception flag is set (step S668).

  If the received effect control command is another command, the effect control CPU 101 sets a flag corresponding to the received effect control command (step S669). Then, control goes to a step S611. Although not shown in FIG. 72 to FIG. 74, when a discharge abnormality notification designation command, a magnetic abnormality notification designation command, a vibration abnormality notification designation command, or an abnormal release notification designation command is received, the commands corresponding to those commands are received. Set the reception flag.

  FIG. 75 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the display screen of the effect display device 9. In the example shown in FIG. 75, the display screen includes a decorative symbol display area 9a, an effect area 9b, a reserved storage number display area 9c, and a short time display area 9d. The decorative symbol display area 9a may be a fixed region, but for example, the position and size of the decorative symbol display area 9a may be changed as the decorative symbol changes. The effect area 9b is an area in which, for example, a character image is displayed while the decorative symbol is changing, but may be overlapped with another region (for example, the decorative symbol display area 9a). In addition, in the reserved memory number display area 9c, for example, a number corresponding to the number of reserved memories is displayed, and in the time reduction number display area 9d, for example, the number of times that the special symbol and the decorative design can be changed in the time reduction state (the remaining number of times) ) Is displayed as a numerical value.

  FIG. 76 is a flowchart showing the effect control process (step S705) in the main process shown in FIG. In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 performs one of steps S800 to S808 according to the value of the effect control process flag. In each process, the following process is executed.

  Fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800): It is confirmed whether or not a variation pattern command is received from the game control microcomputer 560. Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the variation pattern command reception flag set in the command analysis process is set. If the variation pattern command has been received, the value of the effect control process flag is changed to a value corresponding to the decorative symbol variation start process (step S801).

  Decoration symbol variation start processing (step S801): Control is performed so that the variation of the ornament symbol is started. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the decorative symbol changing process (step S802).

  Decoration symbol variation processing (step S802): Controls the switching timing of each variation state (variation speed) constituting the variation pattern and monitors the end of the variation time. When the variation time ends, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the decorative symbol variation stop process (step S803).

  Decoration symbol variation stop process (step S803): Based on the reception of the effect control command (design determination designation command) for instructing all symbols to stop, the variation of the ornament symbol is stopped and the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. Take control. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (step S804).

  Big hit display processing (step S804): After the end of the variation time, control is performed to display a screen for notifying the effect display device 9 of the occurrence of big hit or small hit. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the small hit game processing (step S805) or the big hit game processing (step S807). When a small hit start designation command is received, it is updated to a value corresponding to the small hit game in-process (step S805), and when a big hit start designation command is received, it corresponds to the big hit game in-process (step S807). Update to the specified value.

  Small hit game processing (step S805): Control during the small hit game is performed. For example, in the effect display device 9, a display effect corresponding to the small hit game is performed. When the small hit end designation command is received, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the small hit after-effect process (step S806).

  After-hit effect processing (step S806): The effect after the start operation state ends. When the production period (3 seconds in this example) has elapsed, the value of the production control process flag is set to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) or the value of the production control process flag is set to the value corresponding to the big hit game processing (step S807). Update to When a big hit start designation command is received, the value is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit game in-process (step S807), and when no big hit start designation command is received, the variable pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) is handled. Update to the specified value.

  Big hit game processing (step S807): Control during big hit game is performed. For example, when a special winning opening opening designation command or a special winning opening open designation command is received, display control of the number of rounds in the effect display device 9 is performed. When the big hit end designation command is received, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit end processing (step S808).

  Big hit end process (step S808): In the effect display device 9, display control is performed to notify the player that the big hit gaming state has ended. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800).

  FIG. 77 is an explanatory diagram of a configuration example of a process table. The process table is a table in which process data referred to when the effect control CPU 101 executes control of the effect device is set. That is, the effect control CPU 101 controls effect devices (effect components) such as the effect display device 9 in accordance with the data set in the process table. The process table includes data in which a plurality of combinations of process timer set values, display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data are collected. The display control execution data includes data indicating each variation mode (a mode for each predetermined time) constituting a variation mode during a variable display time (variation time) of variable display of decorative symbols. Specifically, data relating to the change of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is described. In addition, there may be data or the like indicating each effect mode (effect mode for each predetermined time) constituting a post-hit effect (effect after the start operation state) or the like. The process timer set value is set to a time during which an effect in the variation mode or the effect mode is performed. The effect control CPU 101 refers to the process table, and executes control for displaying the decorative pattern in the variation mode set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value, or for performing the display effect. .

  The process table is stored in the ROM, but a process table is prepared for each variation pattern corresponding to the variation time and for each type of effect after the start operation state.

  FIG. 78 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the variation pattern command reception waiting process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the variation pattern command reception flag is set (step S811). If the variation pattern command reception flag is set, the variation pattern command reception flag is reset (step S812). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the decorative symbol variation start process (step S801) (step S813).

  FIG. 79 is a flowchart showing a decorative symbol variation start process (step S801) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the decorative symbol variation start process, the effect control CPU 101 reads data indicating the variation pattern command from the variation pattern command storage area (step S840). Further, the display result of the decorative symbol (stop symbol) is determined according to the data stored in the display result specifying command storage area (that is, the received display result specifying command) (step S841). In step S841, if the received display result designation command indicates a jackpot symbol (in this example, the second byte of the display result designation command is “7”), a combination of decorative symbols with the left, middle and right aligned ( Big hit symbol) is determined as the stop symbol. When the received display result designation command indicates a small hit symbol (in this example, the second byte of the display result designation command is “0” “1” “2” “4” “5” “6” “8” Or, “9”), the combination (decoration pattern) of “345” decorative symbols is determined as the stop symbol. When the received display result designation command indicates a missing symbol (in this example, the second byte of the display result designation command is “3”), a combination of decorative symbols that are not aligned in the middle left and right (missing symbols: In addition, although the left and right symbols are aligned but the middle symbols are not aligned, it is determined as the stop symbol. In the above example, the small hit symbol is a combination of “345” decorative symbols. ).

  A process table corresponding to the variation pattern is selected based on the data indicating the variation pattern command read from the variation pattern command storage area in step S840 (step S843). Here, as shown in FIG. 25, a fluctuation pattern command showing fluctuation patterns 7A, 8A, 9A, 7B, 8B, 9B, 7C, 8C, and 9C (fluctuation patterns when a loss, a small hit or a big hit occurs). Since the variation time is long, a process table for executing an effect that causes the player to expect a big hit (direct hit big hit) during the change of the decorative design is selected. On the other hand, when a variation pattern command indicating variation patterns 1 to 6 (variation pattern when all of the small hits occur) is received, the variation time is short, and the player is hit big (direct hit big hit) during the variation of the decorative symbol It is not possible to perform an effect that makes it expected to occur. Therefore, in this case, a process table is selected for executing an effect that informs the occurrence of a small hit (for example, an effect in which a volcano appears on the screen as shown in FIG. 83). Thereafter, the CPU 56 starts a process timer (step S844).

  Then, the production control CPU 101 indicates an abnormality notification flag (first abnormality notification flag, second abnormality notification flag, discharge abnormality notification flag, start winning abnormality notification flag) indicating that an abnormal prize is being notified. Alternatively, on the condition that the sensor abnormality notification flag) is not set, the effect device (the effect as the effect component) according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1) Control of the display device 9, various lamps (light emitters) as a production component and the speaker 27 as a production component is executed (steps S845A and S845B). For example, a command is output to the VDP 109 in order to display an image corresponding to the variation pattern on the effect display device 9. In addition, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp driver board 35 in order to perform on / off control of various lamps. In addition, a control signal (sound number data) is output to the sound output board 70 in order to output sound from the speaker 27.

  In this embodiment, the effect control CPU 101 performs control so that the decorative pattern is variably displayed by the change pattern corresponding to the change pattern command on a one-to-one basis, but the effect control CPU 101 controls the change pattern command. The variation pattern to be used may be selected from a plurality of types of variation patterns corresponding to.

  If the abnormality notification flag (first abnormality notification flag, second abnormality notification flag, discharge abnormality notification flag, start winning abnormality notification flag or sensor abnormality notification flag) is set, the sound number data The rendering device is controlled in accordance with the contents of the process data 1 except 1 (steps S845A and S845C). In other words, when the abnormality notification flag is set, when a new variable display of a decorative symbol is started, a sound effect corresponding to the variable display is not executed, but an abnormal winning notification is made. The corresponding sound output is continued.

  In addition, when performing the process of step S845C, the presentation control CPU 101 does not simply output a command based on the display control execution data 1 to the VDP 109, but also outputs a command for performing “superimposed display” to the VDP 109. That is, control is performed so that the display at that time on the effect display device 9 (notification of abnormal winning is made) and the image of the display effect of variable display of decorative symbols are simultaneously displayed on the effect display device 9. . That is, when the abnormality notification flag (the first abnormality notification flag, the second abnormality notification flag, the discharge abnormality notification flag, the start winning abnormality notification flag or the sensor abnormality notification flag) is set, When a new variable display of a symbol is started, not only the display effect corresponding to the variable display is executed, but also the notification according to the notification of the abnormal winning is continued.

  As long as the abnormality notification flag is set, the display of the abnormality notification screen on the effect display device 9 and the sound output corresponding to the abnormality notification are performed as long as the abnormality notification flag is set (step S803) or jackpot display processing (step S804). The processing is also executed (continued) in the small hit game processing (step S805), the post-small hit effect processing (step S806), the big hit game processing (step S807), and the big hit end processing (step S808).

  Then, a value corresponding to the variation time specified by the variation pattern command is set in the variation time timer (step S846), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the decorative symbol variation process (step S802). (Step S847).

  FIG. 80 is a flowchart showing the decorative symbol variation process (step S802) in the effect control process. In the decorative symbol variation process, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S851) and subtracts 1 from the value of the variation time timer (step S852). When the process timer times out (step S853), the process data is switched. That is, the process timer setting value set next in the process table is set in the process timer (step S854). Moreover, on condition that the abnormality notification flag (the first abnormality notification flag, the second abnormality notification flag, the discharge abnormality notification flag, the start winning abnormality notification flag or the sensor abnormality notification flag) is not set. The control state for the effect device is changed based on the display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data that are set next (steps S855A and S855B).

  If the abnormality notification flag (first abnormality notification flag, second abnormality notification flag, discharge abnormality notification flag, start winning abnormality notification flag or sensor abnormality notification flag) is set, process data i The effect device is controlled in accordance with the contents (where i is any one of 2 to n) (excluding the sound number data i) (steps S855A and S855C). Therefore, when the abnormality notification flag is set, the sound production according to the notification of the abnormal winning is continued, not the sound effect according to the variable display of the decorative symbol is executed.

  Further, when the process of step S855C is performed, the presentation control CPU 101 does not simply output a command based on the display control execution data i to the VDP 109, but also outputs a command for performing “superimposed display” to the VDP 109. . Therefore, when the abnormality notification flag is set, not only the display effect according to the variable display of the decorative symbol is executed, but also the notification according to the notification of the abnormal winning is continued.

  If the variation time timer has timed out (step S856), the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the decorative symbol variation stop process (step S803) (step S858). Even if the variable time timer has not timed out, if the confirmation command reception flag indicating that the symbol confirmation designation command has been received is set (step S857), the process proceeds to step S858. Even if the variation time timer has not timed out, if the symbol confirmation designation command is received, the process shifts to control to stop variation.For example, a variation pattern command indicating a long variation time due to noise between substrates is received. Even in such a case, the variation of the decorative symbol can be terminated when the regular variation time has elapsed (when the variation of the special symbol has ended).

  FIG. 81 is a flowchart showing a decorative symbol variation stop process (step S803) in the effect control process. In the decorative symbol variation stop process, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the confirmed command reception flag is set (step S861). If the confirmed command reception flag is set, the confirmed command reception flag is reset. (Step S862), and control for deriving and displaying the determined stop symbol is performed (Step S863). Then, the effect control CPU 101 causes the effect display device 9 to perform a big hit display (display for notifying that the big hit game is started) or a small hit display (display for notifying that the small hit game is started) (step). S864) Then, a big hit display time timer for determining the display time of the big hit display or the small hit display is set (step S865), and the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit display processing (step S804). (Step S866).

  In this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 ends the variation (variable display) of the decorative symbols on the condition that the symbol confirmation designation command has been received (see steps S861 and S863). However, if the variation time timer based on the received variation pattern command times out, the variation of the decorative symbol may be controlled to end without receiving the symbol determination designation command. In this case, the game control microcomputer 560 may not transmit the symbol confirmation designation command for designating the end of variable display.

  FIG. 82 is a flowchart showing the jackpot display process (step S804) in the effect control process. In the jackpot display process, the effect control CPU 101 decrements the jackpot display time timer by 1 (step S871). If the jackpot display time timer has not timed out, the process ends (step S872). When the jackpot display time timer times out (when the value becomes 0), it is confirmed whether or not it is determined to be a jackpot (step S873). When the jackpot start designation command reception flag indicating that the jackpot start designation command has been received from the game control microcomputer 560 is set, the effect control CPU 101 determines that the jackpot has been determined to be a jackpot. . In this stage, when it is determined to be a big hit, it is a case where the big hit game (first big hit game) is started directly without going through the starting operation state. The jackpot display time may be changed according to the type of jackpot (difference in the number of rounds, etc.) or the type of jackpot (difference in the number of times of opening, etc.).

  If it is determined to be a big hit, a process table corresponding to the first big hit game effect is selected (step S874A), and a process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table is started (step S875A). In accordance with the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1), the effect device (the effect display device 9 as an effect component, various lamps (light emitters) as effect components, and Execution of the control of the speaker 27) as a production component is started (step S876A). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit game processing (step S807) (step S877A). If it is not determined to be a big hit, that is, if it is decided to be a small hit, a process table corresponding to the effect during the small hit game is selected (step S874B), and the process of the selected process table is selected. A process timer in data 1 is started (step S875B), and an effect device (effect display device 9 as an effect part, according to the contents of process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1), Execution of control of various lamps (light emitters) as a production component and the speaker 27 as a production component is started (step S876B). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the small hit game processing (step S805) (step S877B).

  FIG. 83 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the effect during the small hit game in the effect display device 9. FIG. 83 (A) shows an example of the effect performed at the start of the small hit game, and FIG. 83 (B) shows a case where there is a prize for the accessory 20 in the starting operation state (specifically, a prize winning designation is given). FIG. 83C shows an example of an effect performed when a command is received, and FIG. 83C is performed when there is a V prize in the starting operation state (specifically, when a V prize designation command is received). An example of production will be shown. During the small hit game, the images shown in FIGS. 83 (A), (B), and (C) change in content (for example, the plume moves or the animal image changes from the mountain image). (Images that leave) are controlled to be sequentially displayed. Further, the effect is also displayed on the light emitter and the speaker 27 in synchronization with the effect display on the effect display device 9.

  In the process of step S874B, a process table corresponding to a display effect as shown in FIG. 83A is selected. Further, in the small hit game process, when an accessory prize or V prize is generated, the effect shown in FIG. 83 (A) is changed to the effect shown in FIG. 83 (B) or (C). In the display effects shown in FIGS. 83A, 83B, and 83C, some images are the same and other portions are different. Therefore, when a winning combination or a V winning occurs, the images can be replaced without a sense of incongruity.

  FIG. 84 is a flowchart showing the small hit game processing (step S805) in the effect control process. In the small hit game processing, the effect control CPU 101 sets the small hit end designation command reception flag indicating that the small hit end designation command has been received from the game control microcomputer 560 (step S821). The process proceeds to step S831. If the small hit end designation command reception flag is not set, the process timer value is decremented by 1 (step S822). When the process timer times out (step S823), the process data is switched. That is, the process timer setting value set next in the process table is set in the process timer (step S824). Moreover, on condition that the abnormality notification flag (the first abnormality notification flag, the second abnormality notification flag, the discharge abnormality notification flag, the start winning abnormality notification flag or the sensor abnormality notification flag) is not set. The control state for the effect device is changed based on the display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data set next (steps S825A and S825B).

  If the abnormality notification flag (first abnormality notification flag, second abnormality notification flag, discharge abnormality notification flag, start winning abnormality notification flag or sensor abnormality notification flag) is set, process data i The effect device is controlled in accordance with the contents (where i is any one of 2 to n, except for the sound number data i) (steps S825A and S825C). Therefore, when the abnormality notification flag is set, a sound effect corresponding to the small winning game is not executed, but a sound output corresponding to the abnormal winning notification is continued.

  In addition, when a winning combination winning designation command or a V winning winning designation command is received, a process table corresponding to an effect performed when there is a winning combination winning prize or a V winning prize is selected (steps S826 and S827). Specifically, when an accessory winning designation command is received, a process table corresponding to an effect performed when there is an accessory winning shown in FIG. 83 (B) is selected. When the V winning designation command is received, the process table corresponding to the effect performed when the V winning shown in FIG. 83C is selected. Then, the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table is started (step S828), and the rendering device (production effect) is performed according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1). Execution of control of the effect display device 9 as a part, various lamps (light emitters) as an effect part, and the speaker 27 as an effect part is started (step S829). Thereafter, the display effect or the like is switched from the effect shown in FIG. 83 (A) to the effect shown in FIG. 83 (B) or (C). It should be noted that “Y” in the processing of step S826 is that only the first prize winning designation command is received and the first V winning designation command is received.

  In step S831, the effect control CPU 101 sets a value corresponding to the effect time (3 seconds in this example) in the after-hit effect time timer for determining the effect time after the start operation state (effect after the small hit). Set. If the first effect start designation command has been received, a process table corresponding to the first effect of the after-hit effect is selected (steps S832, S833), and the second effect start designation command is received. If so, the process table corresponding to the second effect after the small hit is selected (steps S834 and S835). Otherwise, the process table corresponding to the third effect is selected (step S836). . Then, the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table is started (step S837). Further, in accordance with the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1), an effect device (effect display device 9 as an effect component, various lamps (light emitters) as an effect component. And the execution of the control of the speaker 27) as an effect part is started (step S838), and the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the after-hit effect process (step S806) (step S839).

  Thereafter, when the effect control CPU 101 receives the first effect start designation command (see FIG. 30) from the game control microcomputer 560, it corresponds to the fact that there is no prize for the accessory 20 in the start operation state. When an effect to be performed (first effect) is executed and a second effect start designation command is received, an effect corresponding to the fact that there has been a prize for the accessory 20 but no V prize in the starting operation state ( When the second effect start command is executed and the third effect start designation command is received, the effect corresponding to the fact that there has been a prize for the accessory 20 in the start-up operation state and the V prize has been won (third effect) Execute.

  FIG. 85 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the effect after the small hit in the effect display device 9. FIG. 85 (A) shows an example of an effect (first effect) corresponding to the absence of winning for the accessory 20 in the starting operation state, and FIG. 85 (B) shows winning in the accessory 20 in the starting operation state. FIG. 85C shows an example of an effect (second effect) corresponding to the fact that there was no V prize, but FIG. 85C shows that there was a prize for the accessory 20 in the starting operation state, and there was a V prize. An example of the production (third production) corresponding to the above is shown.

  The effect control CPU 101 receives the first effect start designation command in the effect period of the after-hit effect based on the process table selected in the processes of steps S833, S835, and S836. Control which displays the image illustrated by (A) on the production | presentation control apparatus 9 is performed. When the second effect start designation command has been received, control for displaying the image illustrated in FIG. 85B on the effect control device 9 is performed. When the third effect start designation command has been received, control for displaying the image illustrated in FIG. 85C on the effect control device 9 is performed.

  When the number of rounds of big hits changes according to the type of small hits (that is, when the small hits symbol and the number of rounds correspond), the effect control CPU 101 in FIG. A round lottery effect may be performed by performing control to display the image exemplified in D) on the effect control device 9. The round lottery effect is an effect for notifying the number of rounds in the big hit game. FIG. 85D shows an example in which the game control microcomputer 560 determines 7 rounds by round lottery. When the special symbol stop symbol is determined when the special symbol change starts, and the special symbol stop symbol and the number of rounds correspond, the special symbol stop symbol is derived. In addition, the player can recognize the number of rounds in the jackpot game. Therefore, when the round lottery effect is executed, the special symbol stop symbol does not correspond to the number of rounds, and the game control microcomputer 560 may determine the number of rounds by lottery using a predetermined random number or the like. Good. In that case, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits the result of the round lottery to the effect control microcomputer 100 by a round number designation command.

  It should be noted that the effect control CPU 101 displays an image in which the contents of the images illustrated in FIGS. 85A to 85D change (for example, a rainy image is displayed or a star-shaped image is displayed). Control is performed to sequentially display images that move. Further, in synchronization with the display of the after-hit effect on the effect display device 9, the after-hit effect is also performed on the light emitter and the speaker 27.

  FIG. 86 is a flowchart showing the after-hit effect processing (step S806) in the effect control process. In the after-hit effect (effect after the start operation state), the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S891) and decrements the value of the after-hit effect time timer by 1 (step S892). ). When the process timer times out (step S893), the process data is switched. That is, the process timer setting value set next in the process table is set in the process timer (step S894). Moreover, on condition that the abnormality notification flag (the first abnormality notification flag, the second abnormality notification flag, the discharge abnormality notification flag, the start winning abnormality notification flag or the sensor abnormality notification flag) is not set. Then, the control state for the effect device is changed based on the display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data set next (steps S895A and S895B). If the process timer has not timed out, the process proceeds to step S896.

  If the abnormality notification flag (first abnormality notification flag, second abnormality notification flag, discharge abnormality notification flag, start winning abnormality notification flag or sensor abnormality notification flag) is set, process data i The effect device is controlled in accordance with the contents (where i is any one of 2 to n, except for the sound number data i) (steps S895A and S895C). Therefore, when the abnormality notification flag is set, the sound production corresponding to the after-hit effect is not executed, but the sound output corresponding to the abnormal winning notification is continued.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the after-hit effect time timer has timed out (whether or not the value has become 0) (step S896). When the time-out has occurred (Y in step S896), if the big hit start designation command reception flag indicating that the big hit start designation command has been received from the game control microcomputer 560 is set (Y in step S897A), the effect control The CPU 101 selects a process table corresponding to the second big hit game effect (step S897B), starts a process timer (step S897C), and produces an effect device (effect display device 9, The speaker 27 and the like are controlled (step S897D). Then, the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the big hit game processing (step S807) (step S898). When the big hit start designation command reception flag is not set (N in step S897A), the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S899).

  Then, in the jackpot end process, the effect control microcomputer 100 displays a display for notifying the end of the jackpot on the effect display device 9, and then changes the value of the effect control process flag to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step To a value corresponding to S800).

  FIG. 87 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a notification screen displayed on the effect display device 9. FIG. 87 (A) shows an example of an initial screen that the effect control CPU 101 displays on the effect display device 9 in response to reception of the initialization designation command. FIG. 87 (B) shows an example of a power failure recovery screen that the effect control CPU 101 displays on the effect display device 9 in response to reception of a power failure recovery designation command. FIG. 87 (C) shows an example of an abnormal winning notification screen that the effect control CPU 101 displays on the effect display device 9 in response to the reception of the abnormal winning notification designation command, and the variation of the decorative symbol is started. However, it is indicated that the display of the abnormal winning notification screen is continued (see the right side of FIG. 87C).

  88 and 89 are flowcharts showing the notification control process of step S707. In the notification control process, the production control CPU 101 checks whether or not the initial notification flag is set (step S2001). The initial notification flag is set when an initialization designation command is received from the game control microcomputer 560 (see step S632B). If the initial notification flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S2006. If the initial notification flag is set, the value of the period timer set in step S632C is decremented by 1 (step S2002). When the value of the period timer becomes 0, that is, when the initial notification period has elapsed, the initial notification flag is reset (steps S2003 and S2004).

  Further, the effect control CPU 101 outputs to the VDP 109 a command for deleting the initial screen or the power failure recovery screen in the effect display device 9 (step S2005). The VDP 109 deletes the initial screen or the power failure recovery screen from the effect display device 9 according to the command.

  In step S2006, the production control CPU 101 checks whether or not an abnormal winning notification designation command reception flag indicating that an abnormal winning notification designation command has been received is set. If not set, the process proceeds to step S2011. If the abnormal winning notification designation command reception flag is set, the abnormal winning notification designation command reception flag is reset (step S2007), and the effect display device 9 has an abnormality with respect to the screen displayed at that time. A command to superimpose and display the notification screen (abnormal winning notification screen displaying that an abnormal winning has occurred) is output to the VDP 109 (step S2008). In response to the command, the VDP 109 superimposes and displays an abnormality notification screen (abnormal winning notification screen) on the effect display device 9 (see FIG. 85C).

  Furthermore, the production control CPU 101 outputs sound data indicating the sound output in response to the abnormal winning notification to the sound output board 70 (step S2009). The voice synthesis IC 703 mounted on the voice output board 70 reads data corresponding to the input sound data from the voice data ROM 704 and outputs a voice signal to the speaker 27 side according to the read data. Therefore, sound output (output of abnormal notification sound) corresponding to the notification of abnormal winning is performed thereafter. Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets an abnormality notification flag indicating that abnormality notification is being performed (step S2010).

  In step S2011, the production control CPU 101 checks whether or not a discharge abnormality notification designation command reception flag indicating that a discharge abnormality notification designation command has been received is set. If not set, the process proceeds to step S2016. If the discharge abnormality notification designation command reception flag is set, the discharge abnormality notification designation command reception flag is reset (step S2012), and the effect display device 9 has an abnormality with respect to the screen displayed at that time. A command for superimposing and displaying the notification screen (discharge abnormality notification screen displaying that discharge abnormality has occurred) is output to the VDP 109 (step S2013). The VDP 109 superimposes and displays an abnormality notification screen (discharge abnormality notification screen) on the effect display device 9 according to the command.

  Furthermore, the production control CPU 101 outputs sound data indicating sound output in response to the notification of the discharge abnormality to the sound output board 70 (step S2014). The voice synthesis IC 703 mounted on the voice output board 70 reads data corresponding to the input sound data from the voice data ROM 704 and outputs a voice signal to the speaker 27 side according to the read data. Therefore, thereafter, sound output (output of abnormality notification sound) according to the notification of the discharge abnormality is performed. Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets an abnormality notification flag indicating that abnormality notification is being performed (step S2015).

  In step S2016, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not a magnetic abnormality notification designation command reception flag indicating that a magnetic abnormality notification designation command has been received is set. If not set, the process proceeds to step S2021. When the magnetic abnormality notification designation command reception flag is set, the magnetic abnormality notification designation command reception flag is reset (step S2017), and the effect display device 9 has an abnormality with respect to the screen displayed at that time. A command to superimpose and display a notification screen (a magnetic abnormality notification screen displaying that a magnetic abnormality has occurred) is output to the VDP 109 (step S2018). The VDP 109 superimposes and displays an abnormality notification screen (magnetic abnormality notification screen) on the effect display device 9 according to the command.

  Further, the effect control CPU 101 outputs sound data indicating sound output in response to the magnetic abnormality notification to the sound output board 70 (step S2019). The voice synthesis IC 703 mounted on the voice output board 70 reads data corresponding to the input sound data from the voice data ROM 704 and outputs a voice signal to the speaker 27 side according to the read data. Therefore, sound output (output of abnormality notification sound) corresponding to the notification of magnetic abnormality is performed thereafter. Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets an abnormality notification flag indicating that abnormality notification is being performed (step S2020).

  In step S2021, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether a vibration abnormality notification designation command reception flag indicating that a vibration abnormality notification designation command has been received is set. If not set, the process proceeds to step S2026. If the vibration abnormality notification designation command reception flag is set, the vibration abnormality notification designation command reception flag is reset (step S2022), and the effect display device 9 has an abnormality with respect to the screen displayed at that time. A command for superimposing and displaying the notification screen (vibration abnormality notification screen for displaying the occurrence of vibration abnormality) is output to the VDP 109 (step S2023). The VDP 109 superimposes and displays an abnormality notification screen (vibration abnormality notification screen) on the effect display device 9 according to the command.

  Furthermore, the production control CPU 101 outputs sound data indicating sound output in response to the vibration abnormality notification to the sound output board 70 (step S2024). The voice synthesis IC 703 mounted on the voice output board 70 reads data corresponding to the input sound data from the voice data ROM 704 and outputs a voice signal to the speaker 27 side according to the read data. Therefore, sound output (output of abnormality notification sound) corresponding to the vibration abnormality notification is performed thereafter. Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets an abnormality notification flag indicating that abnormality notification is being performed (step S2025).

  In step S2026, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not an abnormal opening notification designation command reception flag indicating that an abnormal opening notification designation command has been received is set. If not set, the process is terminated. If the abnormal release notification designation command reception flag is set, the abnormal release notification designation command reception flag is reset (step S2027), and the effect display device 9 has an abnormality with respect to the screen displayed at that time. A command for superimposing and displaying the notification screen (abnormal release notification screen for displaying that an abnormal release has occurred) is output to the VDP 109 (step S2028). The VDP 109 superimposes and displays an abnormality notification screen (abnormal release notification screen) on the effect display device 9 according to the command.

  Further, the production control CPU 101 outputs sound data indicating sound output in response to the abnormal release notification to the sound output board 70 (step S2029). The voice synthesis IC 703 mounted on the voice output board 70 reads data corresponding to the input sound data from the voice data ROM 704 and outputs a voice signal to the speaker 27 side according to the read data. Therefore, sound output (output of an abnormal notification sound) corresponding to the abnormal release notification is performed thereafter. Then, the production control CPU 101 sets an abnormality notification flag indicating that abnormality notification is being performed (step S2030).

  FIG. 90 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the situation of the display effect on the effect display device 9 and the sound effect by the speaker 27. FIG. 90 (A) shows an example when the decorative display is variably displayed on the effect display device 9. FIG. 90 (B) shows an example in which initialization notification is performed in the effect display device 9.

  FIG. 91 (C) shows an example in which the abnormal display is notified by the effect display device 9 and the abnormality notification sound is output by the speaker 27. When receiving the abnormal prize notification designation command from the game control microcomputer 560, the performance control microcomputer 100 performs control to display an abnormality notification screen (abnormal prize notification screen) on the effect display device 9, and performs an abnormality from the speaker 27. Control to output a notification sound (for abnormal winning notification) is performed. Further, even when the decorative display of variable symbols is started in response to the reception of the variation pattern command, the display of the abnormality notification screen on the effect display device 9 and the output of the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27 are continued. Further, even when the variable display of the decorative symbols is finished, the display of the abnormality notification screen on the effect display device 9 and the output of the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27 are continued.

  FIG. 91 (D) shows an example in which an abnormal discharge notification is performed in the effect display device 9 and an abnormal notification sound is output by the speaker 27. When receiving the discharge abnormality notification designation command from the game control microcomputer 560, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs control to display the discharge abnormality notification screen on the effect display device 9, and performs an abnormality notification sound (discharge abnormality from the speaker 27). (For notification) is output. Further, even when the variable display of the effect symbol is started in response to the reception of the variation pattern command, the display of the discharge abnormality notification screen on the effect display device 9 and the output of the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27 are continued. Further, even if the variable display of the effect symbol is finished, the display of the discharge abnormality notification screen on the effect display device 9 and the output of the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27 are continued.

  FIG. 92E shows an example in which a magnetic abnormality notification is performed in the effect display device 9 and an abnormality notification sound is output by the speaker 27. When the production control microcomputer 100 receives the magnetic abnormality notification designation command from the game control microcomputer 560, the production control microcomputer 100 performs control to display a magnetic abnormality notification screen on the production display device 9, and performs an abnormality notification sound (magnetic abnormality) from the speaker 27. (For notification) is output. Further, even when the variable display of the effect symbol is started in response to the reception of the variation pattern command, the display of the magnetic abnormality notification screen on the effect display device 9 and the output of the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27 are continued. Further, even when the variable display of the effect symbol is finished, the display of the magnetic abnormality notification screen on the effect display device 9 and the output of the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27 are continued.

  FIG. 92 (F) shows an example in which a vibration abnormality notification is performed in the effect display device 9 and an abnormality notification sound is output by the speaker 27. When receiving the vibration abnormality notification designation command from the game control microcomputer 560, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs control to display a vibration abnormality notification screen on the effect display device 9, and outputs an abnormality notification sound (vibration abnormality) from the speaker 27. (For notification) is output. Further, even if the production symbol variable display is started in response to the reception of the variation pattern command, the display of the vibration abnormality notification screen on the effect display device 9 and the output of the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27 are continued. Further, even when the variable display of the effect symbol is finished, the display of the vibration abnormality notification screen on the effect display device 9 and the output of the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27 are continued.

  FIG. 92 (G) shows an example in which the abnormal display notification is performed in the effect display device 9 and the abnormality notification sound is output by the speaker 27. When the production control microcomputer 100 receives the abnormal release notification designation command from the game control microcomputer 560, the production control microcomputer 100 performs control to display an abnormal release notification screen on the production display device 9, and also outputs an abnormal notification sound (abnormal release from the speaker 27). (For notification) is output. Further, even when the variable display of the effect symbol is started in response to the reception of the variation pattern command, the display of the abnormal release notification screen on the effect display device 9 and the output of the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27 are continued. Further, even if the variable display of the effect symbol is finished, the display of the abnormal opening notification screen on the effect display device 9 and the output of the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27 are continued.

  The production control microcomputer 100 deletes the abnormality notification screen (abnormal winning notification screen, discharge abnormality notification screen, magnetic abnormality notification screen, vibration abnormality notification screen, abnormality release notification screen) and control to stop the output of the abnormality notification sound. Therefore, the display of the abnormality notification screen on the effect display device 9 and the output of the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27 are continued until the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped. However, the production control microcomputer 100 stops the display of the abnormality notification screen and the output of the abnormality notification sound when a predetermined time has elapsed after the display of the abnormality notification screen and the output of the abnormality notification sound are started. You may control. In this embodiment, the abnormality notification is performed by the effect display device 9 and the speaker 27. However, the abnormality notification may be performed using a lamp / LED. In that case, when receiving the abnormal winning notification designation command, the discharge abnormality notification designation command, the magnetic abnormality notification designation command, the vibration abnormality notification designation command, or the abnormal release notification designation command, the production control microcomputer 100 receives the lamp / LED, Control is performed so as to blink in a mode different from the mode in the normal state (when no abnormal winning has occurred). In addition, even when the abnormality notification is performed using the lamp / LED, the abnormality notification using the lamp / LED is continued even if the variable display of the effect symbol is started in response to the reception of the variation pattern command. .

  In this embodiment, the gaming control microcomputer 560 does not detect abnormal winnings or abnormal discharges for a predetermined period after the power supply to the gaming machine is started (period in which the initialization notification is executed). No abnormal winning notification designation command or the like is transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560. However, when the value of the special symbol process flag is less than a predetermined value (8 in this embodiment), the game control microcomputer 560 always detects an abnormal winning with respect to the first big prize opening and sets the value of the special symbol process flag. When the value is not between 4 and 11, abnormal winnings relating to the accessory 20 are always detected, and the effect control microcomputer 100 starts abnormal power supply for a predetermined period after power supply to the gaming machine is started. When the notification designation command is received, the abnormal winning notification may not be performed. According to such a configuration, it is possible to simplify the program of the main process (FIG. 21). Note that the gaming control microcomputer 560 detects abnormal winnings and abnormal discharges and designates abnormal winning notifications even during a predetermined period (a period during which initialization notification is executed) after the power supply to the gaming machine is started. You may comprise so that a command may be transmitted.

  In this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 confirms that a plurality (three) of the game balls have won the first big prize opening or the accessory 20 when the start operation state and the big hit game state are not established. When detected, an abnormal winning notification designation command is transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100, but when one of the game balls is won in the first big winning opening or the accessory 20 when it is not in the starting operation state or the big hit gaming state. If detected, an abnormal winning notification designation command may be transmitted. Further, when it is not in the starting operation state and the big hit gaming state, if it is detected that a predetermined number (a plurality of) gaming balls have won in a predetermined time, an abnormal winning notification designation command may be transmitted. . When receiving the abnormal winning notification designation command, the production control microcomputer 100 displays the abnormality notification screen and outputs the abnormality notification sound as described above.

  As described above, according to this embodiment, after the CPU 56 executes the opening control of the variable winning ball device 20 (the accessory), all the components that have entered the variable winning ball device 20 by the accessory discharging switch. Based on the fact that a predetermined period has elapsed from the detection of the game ball or the predetermined timing related to the opening control of the variable winning ball apparatus 20 (the timing at which the accessory 20 is released in the first embodiment), Since the release control is controlled to be executable (the next special symbol fluctuation is controlled to be startable), the discharge of the game ball in the variable winning ball apparatus 20 was not detected due to some accident. Even in this case, the game is not stopped, and the progress of the game can be prevented from being delayed more than necessary.

  In this embodiment, the CPU 56 is configured to determine that a discharge abnormality has occurred and to notify the abnormality when the value of the discharge abnormality determination counter is 3 or more. It is possible to effectively prevent a large amount of game balls from being left in the variable winning ball apparatus 20 and being released at once and aiming for V winning. Further, in this embodiment, the number of game balls remaining in the special variable winning ball device 20 cumulatively over a plurality of small hit games is counted by the discharge abnormality determination counter (that is, small Since the value of the discharge abnormality determination counter is not cleared every time a winning game is executed), the number of game balls remaining in the special variable winning ball device 20 can be monitored for a long time. Therefore, for example, the game ball remains in the special variable winning ball device 20 during the small hit game, but the remaining game ball is discharged in the special variable winning ball device 20 in the next small hit game. In this case, the discharge of the game ball can be detected, and the game is temporarily stopped by the game ball remaining in the special variable winning ball device 20, or it is determined that the discharge is abnormal. Can be suppressed.

  Further, in this embodiment, when a transition is made to the normal state (when power is turned on), it is allowed to win a big prize opening in the normal state (the first big prize opening, the second big prize opening) The threshold value (for example, 3) to set is set. Further, when the CPU 56 shifts to the small hit gaming state, the standard value (for example, a value indicating one or two) of winning in the second big winning opening in the small hit gaming state (during release). The threshold value (for example, 5 or 10) that allows the maximum winning to the second big winning opening during the small hit gaming state is set in the abnormal winning determination counter. In addition, when the CPU 56 shifts to the 16-round first big hit gaming state, the standard value (for example, 160 pieces) for winning the first big winning opening in the 16 round big hit gaming state (during the round) is shown. A threshold value (for example, 192) which is a value greater than (value) and which allows the maximum winning in the first big winning opening during the big hit gaming state is set in the abnormal winning determination counter. Then, the CPU 56 decrements the value of the abnormal winning determination counter by 1 every time there is a winning game ball in the big winning opening. Then, the CPU 56 determines that an abnormal winning has occurred when the value of the abnormal winning determination counter becomes 0, and performs a process for executing an abnormality notification. According to such a configuration, it is possible to determine by setting a larger number of winnings in the abnormal winning determination in the small hit gaming state / big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state than in the normal state. In addition, it can be determined by setting a larger number of winnings in the determination of abnormal winning in the big hit gaming state than in the small hit gaming state. Therefore, an abnormal winning can be accurately detected and determined even in various gaming states.

  In addition, since it is possible to make an abnormal winning determination based on an optimal threshold according to the gaming state, it is possible to accurately execute the abnormal winning determination in any gaming state, and to reliably prevent abnormal winning. it can.

  In this embodiment, the threshold value corresponding to a plurality of types of gaming states is set in the common abnormal winning determination counter, so that the abnormal winning determination process can be simplified and the RAM 55 Reduction of the area can be realized.

  In addition, since it is configured to execute the abnormality notification in the common mode between the case where it is determined as an abnormal winning in the normal state and the case where it is determined as an abnormal winning in the big hit gaming state / small hit gaming state, Need not be provided for the number of threshold values, and the data capacity can be reduced.

  In addition, since the threshold value in the normal state is set to “3”, the game ball is blocked in the big winning opening, and the winning of the game ball is detected because the clog is eliminated after the big hit gaming state / small hit gaming state is finished. Even in such a case, it is not determined that the prize is abnormal. Therefore, it can be prevented as much as possible that it is determined that the prize is abnormal even though it is not an illegal prize. In addition, if the threshold value in a normal state is at least 2 or more, the above effect can be realized.

  In the above embodiment, when the big hit game state (first big hit game state) is shifted based on the fact that the big hit symbol is derived and displayed as the special symbol stop symbol, and the special symbol is stopped as the stop symbol. When the winning symbol is derived and displayed, and when the game ball is shifted to the big hit gaming state (second big hit gaming state) based on the winning of the game ball in the specific winning slot 66 in the accessory 20, as an effect during the big hit game Since it is configured to execute different productions, there are multiple opportunities for transition to the jackpot gaming state, which can be easily recognized as to which trigger has shifted to the jackpot gaming state, and improve the gaming interest Can be made.

  Further, in the above embodiment, when the big hit gaming state (the first big hit gaming state) is shifted based on the fact that the big hit symbol is derived and displayed as the special symbol stop symbol, the big hit gaming state ends. Since it is configured to set 100 times as the number of time reductions, the value of the jackpot gaming state based on the derivation display of the jackpot symbol (specific display result) can be increased, and as a result, based on the derivation display of the jackpot symbol The expectation of occurrence of the big hit gaming state can be given, and the gaming interest can be enhanced.

  Further, in the above embodiment, the number of times of opening of the bonus item (variable winning ball apparatus 20) is varied according to the small hit symbol derived and displayed as the special symbol stop symbol (one or two times of release control is performed). It is possible to increase the variation of the game and improve the game entertainment.

  Further, in the above embodiment, the CPU 56 drives the rotating body 86 in the first operation in which the game ball easily wins the specific winning opening 66 over a predetermined period from when the accessory 20 is released. When the period of time elapses, the rotating body 86 is driven in the second operation in which the game ball is difficult to win the specific winning slot 66, and after the game 20 is closed, all the game balls won in the game 20 are discharged. Therefore, the driving of the rotating body 86 is not stopped while the game ball stays in the accessory 20. Further, it is not necessary to always operate (drive) the rotating body 86, and power consumption can be suppressed.

  In the above-described embodiment, the CPU 56 sets the rotating body 86 to a predetermined initial position on the condition that all the game balls won in the winning combination 20 are discharged after the winning combination 20 is closed. The control is started, and on the condition that a predetermined time has passed since the accessory 20 is closed, the accessory 20 is newly opened based on the occurrence of the next small hit, and the waiting time is set to the rotating body 86. Since it is set longer than the time required for setting the initial position, it is ensured that the rotating body 86 is set to the initial position when the accessory 20 is released, and the accessory 20 rotates when the accessory 20 is released. It is prevented that the position of the body 86 varies and becomes unfair.

  In the above-described embodiment, the initialization notification is given priority over the abnormality notification (abnormal winning notification and discharge abnormality notification), so that the situation where the initialization notification becomes difficult to recognize is prevented. Is done. That is, the initialization notification is performed prominently.

  In the first embodiment, the threshold values are “3”, “5”, “10”, and “192” according to the gaming state. However, such values are merely examples, and different values may be used. . In particular, it is preferable to set an optimal threshold value in accordance with changes in the number of times of opening and the opening time in the big hit gaming state and the small hit gaming state.

  In the first embodiment, the threshold value in the normal state is “3”, but may be “1”. That is, it may be determined that an abnormal winning has occurred when there is even one winning in the big winning opening in the normal state.

  In the first embodiment, the threshold value is set in the abnormal winning determination counter, and the counter value is decremented by 1 every time there is a winning in the big winning opening. The value of the abnormal winning determination counter may be incremented by 1 every time there is a prize, and it may be determined that an abnormal winning has occurred when the value of the counter reaches a threshold value. Specifically, according to the gaming state (normal state, small hit gaming state (opening once or twice), big hit gaming state (the number of big hits when there are big hits of different rounds)) in the ROM 54 in the CPU 56) The threshold value is stored. Then, the CPU 56 increments the value of the abnormal winning determination counter by 1 every time there is a winning in the big winning opening (in steps S426B, S448, S475, S525, S540B, S570B, S587, the counter is decremented by 1). Instead, add 1). Then, every time the abnormal winning notification process (step S23) is executed, the CPU 56 confirms the gaming state and reads a threshold value corresponding to the gaming state stored in the ROM 54. Next, the CPU 56 determines that an abnormal winning has occurred when the value of the abnormal winning determination counter reaches the threshold value read from the ROM 54. Also, when transitioning to the small hit gaming state (specifically, when Y of step S133 in the special symbol stop process), or when shifting to the big hit gaming state (specifically, in the special symbol stop processing) When Y of step S141, Y of step S483 in the processing during the production), when transition from the small hit gaming state / big hit gaming state to the normal state (specifically, N of step S483 in the processing during the production, end of the big hit) At the time of processing in step S572 (Y), the value of the abnormal winning determination counter is cleared (to 0). Even with such a configuration, as in the case of the first embodiment, it is possible to accurately detect an abnormal winning according to the gaming state.

  In the above embodiment, when it is determined that an abnormal winning has occurred, an abnormal winning notification designation command is transmitted to the effect control CPU 101, and the effect control CPU 101 notifies the occurrence of the abnormal winning. However, when an abnormal winning occurs, the payout of the winning ball based on the abnormal winning may be prohibited. For example, when it is determined that an abnormal winning has occurred, the abnormal winning is invalidated or the setting of the number of winning balls to the winning ball number counter based on the abnormal winning is omitted.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, in order to determine whether or not the number of game balls existing in the accessory 20 has reached a predetermined number (the number “3” determined to be abnormal discharge), Each time 71a to 73a is turned on, the value of the discharge abnormality determination counter is incremented by 1 (see steps S426C, S449, and 476), and every time the accessory discharge switch 85a is turned on, the value of the discharge abnormality determination counter is decremented by 1 (step S429). , S452, see S479). However, the value of the first discharge abnormality determination counter is incremented by 1 every time the prize winning switch 71a to 73a is turned on, and the second discharge abnormality is obtained every time the accessory discharge switch 85a is turned on. When the value of the determination counter is incremented by 1 and the difference between the value of the first discharge abnormality determination counter and the value of the second discharge abnormality determination counter is calculated, and the difference number reaches a predetermined number (for example, “3”), Discharge difference There may also be configured to determine that occurred (see step S590A).

  Further, in the above embodiment, the timing for starting the discharge monitoring timer is the timing at which the accessory 20 is released (the first opening timing when it is opened twice). For example, the timing at which the game ball first wins (enters) the accessory 20 (for example, Y in step S424, Y in step S445, or Y in step S474) may be used. At such a timing, it is not necessary to start the discharge monitoring timer every time a small hit game is executed, and it is not necessary to execute unnecessary processing for updating the discharge monitoring timer, thereby reducing the processing load on the CPU 56. Can be made. In addition, when a plurality of game balls are won in the accessory 20, every time a game ball wins the accessory 20, a discharge monitoring time may be set in the discharge monitoring timer to start. For example, when the first game ball wins the game 20, the discharge monitoring timer is set to start the discharge monitoring time, and when the second game ball wins the game 20, the discharge monitoring timer is set. The discharge monitoring time may be reset and started.

  In addition to the timing described above, the start timing of the discharge monitoring timer is the timing at which special symbol fluctuations start (for example, the execution timing of special symbol normal processing, fluctuation pattern setting processing, etc.), and special symbol fluctuations have stopped. The timing (for example, the timing of Y in step S133), the timing at which the accessory 20 is closed (for example, the timing at which the accessory 20 is opened twice, the second closing timing), or the like may be used. In addition, when starting the discharge monitoring timer at the timing when the variation of the special symbol is started, it is necessary to set the discharge monitoring time in the discharge monitoring timer in consideration of the variation time. For example, in the variation pattern setting process, After the fluctuation time is set in the fluctuation time timer (step S95), the discharge monitoring time considering the fluctuation time is set in the discharge monitoring timer and started.

  The timing for starting the discharge monitoring timer is the timing related to the opening control of the above-mentioned accessory 20 (at the time of starting the change of the special symbol, at the time of stopping the change of the special symbol, at the time of releasing the accessory 20, Or a time delayed by a predetermined time from the time of winning the winning combination 20).

  Further, if the time from when the game ball is won to the accessory 20 until it is discharged is normally about 5 seconds, the discharge monitoring time set in the discharge monitoring timer is about 10 seconds. That is, the discharge monitoring timer sets a time (a time during which the game ball is surely discharged) with a margin from the normal time (average time) until the game ball is discharged after winning the game 20. Emission monitoring time is set.

  In the above-described embodiment, it is determined whether or not the time is short when the V winning is generated in the small hit game without resetting the short flag when shifting to the small hit game (see step S463). In the case of a time reduction state, the time reduction small hit flag is set (see step S464), and the time reduction flag is reset before shifting to the big hit game (see step S484B). When it is determined that a small hit is made in the small hit determination in the normal symbol processing (see Y in step S72), it is determined whether or not the time is short. If it is a short time, the short / short hour hit flag is set. When the fluctuation of the special symbol is stopped, the hour / hour flag is reset (refer to Y in step S134), and when the V winning is not generated in the small hit game, the hour / hour small hit flag is reset. Grayed may be configured to reset.

Embodiment 2. FIG.
In the above-described embodiment, when the game is shifted to the big hit game state, the first big winning opening is configured to execute the 16 round big hit game in which the opening and closing of the first big prize opening is controlled 16 times. Will open and close the 1st big winning opening according to the transition condition to the big hit gaming state (the type of the big hit when the big hit is via the small hit, the direct big hit or the big hit via the small hit) A jackpot game having a different number of controlled times is executed.

  Specifically, when the big hit symbol “7” is derived and displayed as the special symbol stop symbol and is directly shifted to the big hit game state (first big hit game state), 16 rounds of big hit game are executed. In addition, the small winning symbol “0”, “4” or “8” is derived and displayed as the stop symbol of the special symbol, the state is shifted to the small hit gaming state (starting operation state), and the V winning is generated in the small hit gaming state. When the game is shifted to the big hit game state (second big hit game state), three rounds of big hit game are executed. In addition, as a special symbol stop symbol, the small hit symbol “1” or “5” is derived and displayed, and the state is shifted to the small hit game state (starting operation state), and the V winning prize is generated in the small hit game state. When the state (second jackpot game state) is entered, seven rounds of jackpot game are executed. In addition, a small hit symbol “2”, “6” or “9” is derived and displayed as a stop symbol of the special symbol, the state is shifted to the small hit game state (starting operation state), and a V prize is generated in the small hit game state. When the game is shifted to the big hit game state (second big hit game state), the eleven round big hit game is executed.

  FIG. 93 is a flowchart showing the pre-opening process for the special winning opening in the second embodiment. In the pre-winner opening pre-processing shown in FIG. 93, the processing in steps S501 and S502 and the processing in steps S505 to S509 are the same as the pre-opening pre-opening processing shown in FIG.

  When the value of the big prize opening control timer becomes 0, that is, when the big prize opening control timer times out (Y in step S502), the CPU 56 sets the type of big hit (16R first big hit, 3R first big win) Threshold values corresponding to 2 big hits, 2R big hit of 7R, and 2nd big hit of 11R are set (step S504A).

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 94, “192” is set as a threshold value corresponding to the 16-round first big hit gaming state. This threshold “192” is the same as in the first embodiment.

  Also, as shown in FIG. 94, “36” is set as the threshold value according to the second big hit game state of 3 rounds, “84” is set as the threshold value according to the second big hit game state of 7 rounds, “132” is set as a threshold value according to the second big hit game state of the round. The threshold value according to the jackpot gaming state of 3 rounds, 7 rounds, or 11 rounds is the number of game balls to the first big prize opening (lower big prize winning mouth) during the big round gaming state of 3 rounds, 7 rounds, or 11 rounds, respectively. It is a value that allows maximum winnings. That is, in this embodiment, ten game balls are awarded to the first big winning opening per round. Therefore, in the case of three round big hits, usually three rounds in the big hit gaming state ( When 3 times of opening of the first grand prize opening) are completed, 30 (10 × 3 rounds) game balls are won. In the case of a big hit of 7 rounds, 70 (10 x 7 rounds) of game balls are usually won at the end of the 7 rounds (7 times the opening of the first big prize opening) in the big hit gaming state. To do. In addition, in the case of 11 rounds of big hits, 110 (10 x 11 rounds) game balls are usually won at the end of 11 rounds (11 times of opening of the second big prize opening) in the big hit gaming state. To do.

  However, there is a case where the game ball wins the first grand prize opening after the count switch 23 detects the winning of the tenth game ball to the first big prize opening until the first big winning opening is closed. is there. In this case, 10 or more game balls will win the first grand prize opening in one round, and 30 or more game balls will be placed in the first big prize opening when the third round in the big hit gaming state is completed. When seven rounds have been won and seven rounds in the jackpot gaming state are over, 70 or more game balls have won the first big prize opening, and when eleven rounds in the jackpot gaming state have been completed, 110 or more game balls have been won. There is a possibility of winning the first big prize opening. On the other hand, in all rounds, 12 or more game balls per round will win the first grand prize opening (that is, 36 in 3 rounds, 84 in 7 rounds, 132 in 11 rounds) It ’s hard to think of it as an experience. Therefore, when such a situation occurs, it can be considered that a failure has occurred such that the opening / closing plate 16 of the first prize winning opening does not close or that some sort of fraud is being performed. Based on such an idea, in this embodiment, the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23 is 35 times (when 3 rounds), 83 times (when 7 rounds) or 131 times in the second big hit gaming state. In step S504A, in order to allow a game ball to be awarded to the first grand prize opening until (in the case of 11th round) (that is, up to 35, 83 or 131 prizes in the first big prize opening). A value of “36”, “84” or “132” is set as the threshold value. As will be described later, when the number of detections of the count switch 23 reaches 36, 84, or 132, it is determined that an abnormal winning has occurred, and processing for executing abnormality notification is executed (step S588 in FIG. 68). (See S589).

  Thereafter, the CPU 56 executes the processes of steps S505 to S509.

  In step S544 in the process after closing the big prize opening, it is determined whether or not the value of the round number counter is 3 in the case of a big win of 3 rounds, and the value of the round number counter is 7 in the case of a big win of 7 rounds. It is determined whether the number of rounds is 11 or not, and if the number of rounds counter is 11, it is determined whether the number of rounds is 16 or not. . The number of big hits can be determined by storing a special symbol stop symbol in a predetermined area of the RAM 55 and determining the content of the stop symbol.

  As described above, the second embodiment is configured to determine the abnormal winning by setting the threshold corresponding to the type of the big win (open pattern of the big winning opening) in the abnormal winning determination counter. Even in a gaming machine in which a plurality of types of opening control differing in the number of times of opening of the big winning opening is executed in the gaming state, the abnormal winning determination is made based on the optimum threshold corresponding to the type of the big hit (opening pattern). Can do.

  FIG. 95 is a front view of another pachinko gaming machine as seen from the front. In the configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 3001 shown in FIG. 95, the glass door frame 3002, the hitting ball supply tray 3003, the surplus ball receiving tray 3004, the operation knob 3005, the game board 3006, the game area 3007 and the like are shown in FIG. Since it is the same as the hitting ball supply tray, surplus ball receiving tray, operation knob, game board, game area, etc., the description is omitted.

  A variable winning ball apparatus 3020 is arranged almost at the center of the game area 3007. Further, on the left side of the variable winning ball apparatus 3020, an ordinary variable winning ball apparatus 3061 that forms a start winning opening is provided. The start winning opening can be made when the normally variable winning ball apparatus 3061 is in an open state (also referred to as an open state). In addition, the start winning opening becomes unable to win when the normally variable winning ball apparatus 3061 is closed (also referred to as a closed state). It should be noted that when the normally variable winning ball device 3061 is in the open state, it may be easier to win than when the normal variable winning ball device 3061 is in the closed state. In addition, when the normal variable winning ball device 3061 is closed, the game ball is not completely unable to win, but compared to when the normal variable winning ball device 3061 is closed. It may be difficult. The winning ball that has entered the start winning opening is detected by the start opening switch 3060 and guided to the back of the game board 3006.

  A special symbol display 3008 as a variable display device that variably displays a special symbol as identification information is provided at the lower right in the variable winning ball apparatus 3020. In this modification, the special symbol display 3008 is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9. That is, the special symbol display 3008 is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) from 0 to 9.

  For variable display of special symbols, after the start condition, which is the execution condition of variable display, is satisfied (for example, the hitting ball has won the start winning opening), the variable display start condition (for example, variable symbol variable display is executed) The game is started on the basis of the fact that the big hit game is not executed, and when the variable display time has elapsed, the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. Note that winning means that a game ball has entered a predetermined area such as a winning opening. Deriving and displaying the display result means stopping and displaying a symbol (an example of identification information).

  Below the special symbol display 3008 is a special symbol composed of four indicators that display the number of effective winning balls that have entered the starting winning opening, that is, the number of reserved memories (holding memory is also referred to as starting memory or starting prize memory). A hold storage indicator 3018 is provided. The special symbol hold memory display 3018 increases the number of indicators that are turned on by one each time there is an effective start winning. Each time variable display on the special symbol display 3008 is started, the number of indicators that are lit is reduced by one.

  When the game ball is won at the start winning opening and detected by the start opening switch 3060 and a predetermined number (or symbol) is derived and displayed on the special symbol display 3008, the variable winning ball apparatus 3020 is opened and closed a predetermined number of times. Be controlled. By opening / closing control, the open doors 3076A and 3076B provided above the variable winning ball device 3020 are interlocked and opened, so that the variable winning ball device 3020 is open and the open doors 3076A and 3076B are interlocked. By returning to the closed state, the variable winning ball device 3020 is closed. The state in which the variable winning ball device 3020 performs the opening operation in response to the detection of the winning of the start port switch is referred to as a starting operation state. Hereinafter, the variable winning ball apparatus 3020 may be referred to as an accessory. In addition, the game board 3006 is provided with various bonuses. Hereinafter, when the bonus is referred to, it means the variable winning ball apparatus 3020.

  An effect display device 3009 such as an LCD for effect display is provided on the back side inside the variable winning ball device 3020. The effect display device 3009 variably displays a decorative symbol as identification information (variable display). In this modification, the effect display device 3009 has, for example, three variable display portions (symbol display areas) of “left”, “middle”, and “right”.

  Above the special symbol display 3008, a normal symbol display 3010 that variably displays a normal symbol is provided. When the game ball passes through the gate 3032 provided below the variable winning ball apparatus 3020 and is detected by the gate switch 3032a, the normal symbol display 3010 turns on the normal symbol (in this example, green and red alternately) The variable display of the six LEDs) is started. In this modification, variable display is performed by alternately changing the six LEDs arranged in the vertical direction between a green-lit state and a red-lit state. For example, when the variable display ends, the six LEDs are green. If it stops in the state where it is lit, it will be a hit. In the case of winning, the normal variable winning ball apparatus 3061 is opened for a predetermined time. In the upper left of the normal symbol display 3010 (lower right of the effect display device 3009), a normal symbol start memory display 3041 having a display unit with four LEDs for displaying the number of balls passed through the gate 3032 is provided. Yes. Each time the gate 3032 passes, the normal symbol start memory display 3041 increases the number of LEDs to be turned on by one. Each time variable display on the normal symbol display 3010 is started, the number of LEDs to be lit is reduced by one.

  Below the variable winning ball apparatus 3020, there is provided a big winning opening through which the opening / closing plate 3016 is opened by the solenoid 3021 in the specific gaming state (big hit gaming state). The opening / closing plate 3016 is means for opening and closing the special winning opening. The winning ball that has entered the big winning opening is detected by the count switch 3023.

  In addition, a winning opening (ordinary winning opening) 3033 is provided below the gate 3032, a winning opening (ordinary winning opening) 3038 is provided at the upper left of the big winning opening, and a winning is provided at the upper left of the winning opening 3038. A mouth (ordinary winning mouth) 3039 is provided. The game balls won in the game ball winning ports 3033, 3038, 3039 are detected by the winning port switches 3033a, 3038a, 3039a. The winning ports 3033, 3038, and 3039 constitute a winning area provided in the game board 3006 as an area that accepts game media and allows winning. The start winning opening also constitutes a winning area that accepts game media and allows winning, and a winning area is also provided inside the large winning opening. When a game ball wins a winning area, a predetermined number of game balls are paid out to the player as a prize (prize ball).

  Further, on the game area 3007, the big winning opening and the winning opening 3033 that are opened and closed by the gate 3032 and the opening / closing plate 3016 are formed as an integrated member 3034. The winning opening 3033 is located directly below the gate 3032, and only the game balls that have passed through the gate 3032 can win the winning opening 3033. Specifically, on the game area 3007, arc-shaped members 3030 projecting arcuately on the left and right sides of the gate 3032 are provided on the left and right sides of the gate 3032. It is in a state covered with the member 3030. Therefore, in this modification, it is possible to win the winning opening 3033 only when the game ball passes through the gate 3032, and the gaming ball wins the winning opening 3033 from the other direction by being blocked by the arcuate member 3030. Never do. In order to make it possible for only the game balls that have passed through the gate 3032 to enter the winning opening 3033, for example, instead of the arcuate member 3030, the upper part of the winning opening 3033 is covered (the gaming ball can pass through). A plurality of nails may be arranged so that there is no gap.

  A projecting portion 3033b projecting to the front side is provided at the lower part of the winning opening 3033 (in this modification, the projecting portion 3033b projects in a triangular shape on the front side when the gaming machine is viewed from the upper surface side). Yes. The game ball that has passed through the gate 3032 first hits the projecting portion 3033b, and when it successfully jumps to the rear side, it wins a winning opening 3033. In addition, although it has passed through the gate 3032, when it hits the protruding portion 3033b and jumps leftward or rightward, it may not win well in the winning opening 3033. Further, a nail hole 3032b in which a nail can be placed is provided between the gate 3032 and the winning opening 3033, and the nail is placed in the nail hole 3032b or the angle of the placed nail is adjusted. By doing so, it is possible to change the probability that a game ball that wants to pass through the gate 3032 wins the winning opening 3033.

  A decorative lamp blinking during the game is provided around the left and right sides of the game area 3007, and an outlet 3026 for collecting the game balls that have not won a prize is provided at the bottom.

  Further, two speakers 3027 that emit sound effects are provided on the left and right upper portions outside the game area 3007. A top frame lamp 3028a, a left frame lamp 3028b, and a right frame lamp 3028c are provided on the outer periphery of the game area 3007. Further, a decoration LED is installed around each structure (variable winning ball device 3020 and the like) in the game area 3007. The top frame lamp 3028a, the left frame lamp 3028b, the right frame lamp 3028c, and the decorative LED are examples of a decorative light emitter provided in the gaming machine.

  A game ball fired from the ball striking device enters the game area 3007 through the ball striking rail, and then falls in the game area 3007. When the hit ball passes through the gate 3032 and is detected by the gate switch 3032a, the normal symbol on the normal symbol display 3010 starts variable display. If it is not in a state in which the variable display of the symbol can be started, if the number of start winning memories which is the reserved storage of the normal symbol variable display on the normal symbol display 3010 is not the upper limit, the number of starting winning memories is increased by one. That is, the number of LEDs to be lit in the normal symbol start memory display 3041 is increased by one. When the stop symbol displayed on the normal symbol display 3010 is a predetermined display result (a winning symbol), the normal variable winning ball device 3061 is opened for a predetermined number of times and the hit ball starts. You can enter the winning entrance. When the hit ball launched from the hit ball launcher enters the start winning opening and is detected by the start port switch 3060, the special symbol display unit 3008 displays the variable symbol in a variable state as long as variable symbol display can be started. start. If it is not in a state in which the variable display of symbols can be started, if the number of start winning memories which is the reserved storage of the special symbol variable display on the special symbol display 3008 is not the upper limit, the number of starting winning memories is increased by one. That is, the number of LEDs to be turned on in the special symbol start memory display 3018a is increased by one.

  The variable display of the special symbols (“0” to “9”) on the special symbol display 3008 stops when a predetermined time has elapsed. If the special symbol at the time of stoppage is a big hit symbol (specific display result: specifically, “7”, for example), the first big hit gaming state in the big hit gaming state (big hit that starts without going through the starting operation state) Transition to gaming state. Further, when the special symbol at the time of stoppage is a small hit symbol (predetermined display result: specifically, for example, “1”, “3”, “5”), the state shifts to the start operation state. In the start operation state, when a game ball wins a specific area provided inside the variable winning ball apparatus 3020, the state shifts to a second big hit game state (a big hit game state started after passing through the start operation state).

  A method of proceeding with the gaming machine shown in FIG. 95 will be described. When the game ball passes through the gate 3032 and the detection signal of the gate switch 3032a is turned on, a lottery is executed by the game control means for controlling the progress of the game. In this embodiment, the lottery result is a win or a miss. Then, normal symbol variation (variable display) is started. In addition, the decorative symbol variation (variable display) is started in synchronization with the normal symbol variation (variable display). When the variation of the normal symbol and the decorative symbol is completed, if it is determined to be a hit, the normal variable winning ball device 3061 is controlled to be in the open state. Then, when the game ball wins the start winning opening and the detection signal of the start opening switch 3060 is turned on, the lottery is executed by the game control means for controlling the progress of the game. In this embodiment, the lottery result is either a big hit or a small hit, and there is no loss. When the result of the lottery is a small hit, the game control means for controlling the progress of the game executes the lottery and determines one of the first small hit, the second small hit or the third small hit.

  Then, the variation (variable display) of the special symbol is started. In addition, the decorative symbol variation (variable display) is started in synchronization with the special symbol variation (in addition, the decorative symbol variation is not started in synchronization with the special symbol variation, and only the special symbol variation is started. A predetermined effect may be executed). When the variation of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is finished, when the big hit is determined, the gaming state is shifted to the big hit gaming state (first big hit gaming state). In the big hit gaming state (first big hit gaming state), the big winning opening by the opening / closing plate 3016 is controlled to open and close, for example, 16 times (16 rounds, 1 round has a permissible opening time of 29 seconds). Note that the variation (variable display) of the decorative symbol synchronized with the variation (variable display) of the special symbol is performed in preference to the variation (variable display) of the decorative symbol synchronized with the variation (variable display) of the normal symbol. Therefore, for example, even if the variation of the normal symbol is started during the variation of the decorative symbol synchronized with the variation of the special symbol, the decorative symbol is synchronized with the variation of the special symbol without being synchronized with the variation of the normal symbol. And continue to fluctuate.

  If the small hit is determined, the game control means controls the accessory 3020 to the open state and starts the starting operation. In the starting operation state, the accessory 3020 is opened for a predetermined number of times for a predetermined time. In the starting operation state, when a game ball wins an accessory 3020, and a game ball wins a specific winning opening 3066A and is detected by the specific area switch 3066a, a V winning is generated. When a V prize is generated, the gaming state is shifted to a big hit gaming state (second big hit gaming state). In this jackpot gaming state (second jackpot gaming state), for example, the winning opening by the opening / closing plate 3016 is 3 times (3 rounds, 1 round opening allowance time is 29 seconds), 7 times (7 rounds, 1 round opening allowance) Time is 29 seconds) or 16 times (16 rounds, 1 round opening permissible time is 29 seconds). If no V prize is generated, the game does not enter the second big hit gaming state. In other words, it becomes out of place.

  The same control as in the first and second embodiments can be applied to the gaming machine 3001 as described above.

  Note that the gaming machine shown in FIG. 95 may be configured to be controlled in a short time state by a predetermined number of fluctuations (for example, 100 times) after the end of the big hit game. In this case, when the time-short state is controlled, the normal symbol is determined as the winning symbol with a high probability (or 100% probability), and the normally variable winning ball device 3061 that forms the start winning opening is in the open state. It is easy for start prizes to occur.

  Further, a gaming machine that executes a game other than the gaming machine shown in FIG. 1 (pachinko gaming machine 1) and the gaming machine shown in FIG. 95 (pachinko gaming machine 3001) may be used. Specifically, in the gaming machine shown in FIG. 1, the game ball has won the first start winning opening 11 or the second starting winning opening 12, and the first start opening switch 11a or the second start opening switch 12a is turned on. Based on this, a big hit lottery is executed. The special symbol variable display 8 executes variable display of the special symbol, and the effect display device 9 executes variable display of the effect symbol. When the result of the big hit lottery is the big win (first big hit), the big win symbol is derived and displayed as the stop symbol of the special symbol and the production symbol, the game shifts to the big hit gaming state, and the first big winning opening (opening / closing plate 16) is predetermined. It is released a number of times. After the big hit game is over, the game state is shifted to the short-time state by the number of times of change of 100 times. When the game ball passes through the gate 32 and the gate switch 32a is turned on while being controlled in the short-time state, the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened for a predetermined time and a predetermined number of times with a high probability (100% probability may be sufficient). Then, when a game ball is won in the variable winning ball device 15 and the third start opening switch 13a is turned on, the second big winning port (a bonus item, the variable winning ball device 20) may be obtained with a high probability (or a probability of 100%). Is released. When a game ball is won at the second grand prize opening and a game ball is won in the specific area 66 in the second big prize opening, a big win (second big hit) is generated. When the second big hit occurs, the first big winning opening or the second big winning opening is opened a predetermined number of times. When the second big hit occurs in the short-time state, the gaming state is controlled to the short-time state by the number of changes of 100 times after the end of the second big hit game. When the first big hit occurs in the time-short state, the gaming state is controlled to the short-time state by a small number of fluctuations (for example, 0 times, 5 times, etc.) after the first big hit game is finished. Note that the number of time reductions is not limited to 100. If a big hit occurs in the normal state (for example, the first big hit based on the derivation and display of the big hit symbol as a special symbol), the number of time reductions is 10 times. When a big hit occurs in the state, it may be 100 times. According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the jackpot and increase the fun of the game.

  The same control as in the first and second embodiments can also be applied to such a gaming machine.

  Furthermore, based on the winning prize at the starting prize opening, the bonus item (corresponding to the second big prize opening) is opened once or twice without changing the special symbol, and the game ball wins the prize. The same control as in the first and second embodiments is also applied to a gaming machine that executes a game that generates a big hit (corresponding to a second big win) only when a game ball wins in a specific area of the game and a V win occurs. It is possible to apply. In this gaming machine, an ordinary variable winning ball device may be provided at the start winning opening, and the game machine may be configured to be controlled in a time-saving state until, for example, a predetermined number of start winnings are generated after the end of the big hit game. In this case, when controlled in the short-time state, a normal symbol is determined as a winning symbol with a high probability (or 100% probability), and the normally variable winning ball apparatus that forms the starting winning opening is in an open state, so that the starting is started. Winning is more likely to occur.

  In each of the above-described embodiments, the “standard value for winning a variable winning ball device (first grand prize opening or second big winning gate)” means that a winning is made when the variable winning ball device is opened. Refers to the expected standard (average) number of winnings. For example, if 10 game balls win during a round and the game moves to the next round, the standard value is 10 times the number of rounds.

  In the first and second embodiments, the presentation control board 80, the audio output board 70, and the lamp driver board 35 are provided as boards on which a circuit for controlling the presentation apparatus is mounted. A circuit to be mounted may be mounted on one substrate. Further, a first effect control board (display control board) on which a circuit for controlling the effect display device 9 and the like is mounted and a circuit for controlling other effect devices (lamps, LEDs, speakers 27, etc.) are mounted. You may make it provide two board | substrates with two production | presentation control boards.

  The present invention includes a variable winning ball device that is controlled to a starting operation state that is opened according to the establishment of a starting condition, and a game ball is awarded in a special area in the variable winning ball device that is controlled to the starting operation state. This is applied to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine in which the variable winning ball apparatus is shifted to a specific gaming state in which the variable winning ball apparatus is controlled to be opened a predetermined number of times.

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the front. It is the front view which looked at the variable winning ball apparatus from the front. It is the front view which looked at the variable winning ball apparatus from the front. It is a perspective view which shows the structure which has the passage opening of the game ball provided in the back surface side of the open door. It is a perspective view which shows the path | route from a passage opening to a specific winning opening. It is a perspective view which shows the path | route from other passage openings to a specific winning opening. It is the top view which looked at the lower part of the variable winning ball apparatus from the upper side, and the front view seen from the front side. It is the top view which looked at the lower part of the variable winning ball apparatus from the upper side, and the front view seen from the front side. It is the top view which looked at the lower part of the variable winning ball apparatus from the upper side. It is the top view which looked at the rotary body from the upper side. It is explanatory drawing which shows arrangement | positioning of each board | substrate attached to the variable winning ball apparatus. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of how to advance the game of a gaming machine. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the change of a special symbol and a decoration symbol, and the start of a small hit game. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the change of a special symbol and a decoration symbol, the start of a small hit game, and the start of a big hit game. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the discharge | emission monitoring period in a small hit game. It is explanatory drawing which shows the relationship between the stop symbol of a special symbol, and the type of winning. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a game control board (main board). It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a relay board | substrate, an effect control board, a lamp driver board | substrate, and an audio | voice output board | substrate. It is a circuit diagram which shows the internal structure of an information terminal board. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structure which the open detection sensor installed in the vicinity of the big prize opening detects that the big prize opening was opened. It is a flowchart which shows a main process. It is a flowchart which shows a timer interruption process. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the relationship between the stop symbol of a special symbol, and a determination value. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the relationship between a fluctuation pattern and a determination value. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol process process. FIG. 38E illustrates an effect control command signal line. It is a timing chart showing the relationship between an 8-bit control signal and an INT signal that constitute an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is a flowchart which shows a starting port switch passage process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol change process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol stop process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol stop process. It is a flow chart which shows processing for opening an accessory. It is a flowchart which shows a process during an accessory release. It is a flowchart which shows a rotary body and a movable part control. It is a timing diagram which shows the operation example of a movable part. It is a timing diagram which shows the operation example of a rotary body. It is a flowchart which shows a post-completion process. It is a flowchart which shows a post-completion process. It is a flowchart which shows an initial position setting process. It is a flowchart which shows the process during production. It is a flowchart which shows the process during production. It is a flowchart which shows the big winning opening opening pre-processing. It is a flowchart which shows a big winning opening open process. It is a flowchart which shows the process after closing of the big prize opening. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit end process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the bit allocation example of the input port in the microcomputer for game control. It is explanatory drawing which shows the bit allocation example of the output port in the microcomputer for game control. It is a block diagram which shows the various signals output to an information terminal board. It is a wave form diagram which shows the output timing of the start port 1 signal. It is a wave form diagram which shows the output timing of the start port 2 signal. It is a wave form diagram which shows the output timing of the start port 3 signal. It is a wave form diagram which shows the output timing of a symbol determination frequency signal. It is a wave form diagram which shows the output timing of 1 signal of big hits. It is a wave form diagram which shows the output timing of 2 signals of big hits. It is a wave form diagram which shows the output timing of V signal. It is a wave form diagram which shows the output timing of an accessory count signal. It is a wave form diagram which shows the output timing of an abnormal signal. It is a flowchart which shows the information output process which the microcomputer for game control performs. It is a flowchart which shows the information output process which the microcomputer for game control performs. It is a flowchart which shows the information output process which the microcomputer for game control performs. It is a flowchart which shows a prize information setting process. It is a flowchart which shows a prize information setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an abnormal winning notification process. It is a flowchart which shows an abnormal winning notification process. It is a flowchart which shows the main process which the microcomputer for production control performs. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a command reception buffer. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the display screen of an effect display apparatus. It is a flowchart which shows production control process processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a process table. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows a decoration design change start process. It is a flowchart which shows a process during decoration design change. It is a flowchart which shows a decoration design change stop process. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit display process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the effect in a small hit game. It is a flowchart which shows a process during a small hit game. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the effect after a small hit. It is a flowchart which shows the effect process after a small hit. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the alerting | reporting screen displayed on an effect display apparatus. It is a flowchart which shows alerting | reporting control processing. It is a flowchart which shows alerting | reporting control processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the situation of the display effect in an effect display apparatus, and the sound effect by a speaker. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the situation of the display effect in an effect display apparatus, and the sound effect by a speaker. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the situation of the display effect in an effect display apparatus, and the sound effect by a speaker. 10 is a flowchart showing a pre-opening process for a special winning opening in the second embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows the round which open | releases the 1st big winning opening in the 1st big hit game state and the 2nd big hit game state. It is the front view which looked at the other pachinko gaming machine from the front.

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DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine 8 Special symbol display 9 Production display device 10 Normal symbol display 11 1st start winning opening 12 2nd starting winning opening 13 3rd starting winning opening 11a 1st starting opening switch 12a 2nd starting opening switch 13a 1st 3 Start switch 15 Variable winning ball device 16 Opening / closing plate 20 Accessory (variable winning ball device)
22 V winning switch 23 Count switch 31 Main board 56 CPU
66 Special winning opening 66a Specific area switch 71, 72, 73 Passing port 71a First winning combination winning switch 72a Second winning winning combination switch 73a Third winning winning combination switch 77, 78 Movable members 77A, 77B Movable part 80 Production control board 85a Accessory discharging switch 86 Rotating body 100 Production control microcomputer 101 Production control CPU
560 Microcomputer for game control

Claims (7)

It is possible to play a predetermined game using a game ball,
A variable winning ball device that can be controlled to an open state in which a game ball can enter and a closed state in which a game ball cannot enter,
A gaming machine that shifts to a specific gaming state advantageous to a player when a gaming ball enters a special area among the entry areas provided in the variable winning ball apparatus,
An opening control means capable of executing an opening control in which the variable winning ball device is opened a predetermined number of times based on the game ball entering the start area provided in the game area;
Entry detecting means for detecting a game ball that has entered the variable winning ball apparatus;
A discharge detecting means for detecting a game ball discharged from the variable winning ball device;
The opening control means, after executing the opening control of the variable winning ball device, has detected that all the game balls that have entered the variable winning ball device by the discharge detection means, or the opening of the variable winning ball device A gaming machine characterized in that, based on the fact that a predetermined period has elapsed from a predetermined timing related to control, the next opening control is executed. Undischarged number determination means for determining whether or not the difference between the number of game balls detected by the entry detection means and the number of game balls detected by the discharge detection means has reached a predetermined value;
The gaming machine according to claim 1, further comprising abnormality notification means for performing abnormality notification when the undischarged number determination means determines that the predetermined value has been reached. After the game ball enters the start area, the variable display unit starts variable display of the identification information based on the establishment of the variable display start condition and derives and displays the display result, and the specific display result is displayed on the variable display unit. A gaming machine that shifts to a specific gaming state when it is derived and displayed,
Display result determining means for determining a display result of the variable display unit based on establishment of the variable display start condition;
Data setting means for setting special game state data indicating that the game ball is shifted to the special game state in which the game ball is more likely to enter the start area than the normal state when the specific game state ends;
Data determination means for determining whether or not the special game state data is set when a game ball enters the special area;
Number-of-times updating means for updating variable display number data every time variable display of identification information is performed in the special gaming state;
After the end of the opening control of the variable winning ball apparatus in the special gaming state, the variable display number data has reached a specific number by updating the number updating means without entering the special area, or A data release means for releasing the special game state data based on the start of the specific game state in the case of transition to the specific game state;
When the data determining means determines that the special gaming state data is not set, the variable display count for controlling to the special gaming state for the first number of times when the specific gaming state ends. When data is set and it is determined by the data determination means that the special gaming state data has been set, the second gaming number is greater than the first number when the specific gaming state ends. The gaming machine according to claim 1, further comprising number-of-times data setting means for setting the variable display number data for controlling to a special gaming state. When the variable winning ball apparatus is not controlled to be opened by the opening control means, it is determined that an abnormal winning has occurred based on the fact that the entry detecting means has detected the entry of the game ball into the variable winning ball apparatus. Abnormal winning determination means,
Abnormal state determination means for determining whether or not a predetermined abnormal state different from the abnormal winning has occurred in the gaming machine;
An external provided outside the gaming machine based on the fact that the abnormal winning determination means determines that an abnormal winning has occurred or the abnormal condition determining means determines that a predetermined abnormal condition has occurred. An external output means for outputting a predetermined abnormality signal to the device,
The external output means is provided in the gaming machine when the abnormal winning determination means determines that an abnormal winning has occurred and when the abnormal condition determining means determines that a predetermined abnormal condition has occurred. The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the predetermined abnormality signal can be output to a common output terminal. A special variable winning ball device that can be controlled in an open state in which a game ball can enter in a specific game state and a closed state in which a game ball cannot enter,
Threshold storage means for storing a threshold value that is greater than a standard value for winning in the special variable winning ball device in the specific gaming state and that allows winning in the special variable winning ball device in the specific gaming state; ,
Special winning detection means for detecting a game ball won in the special variable winning ball device;
Special winning number measuring means for measuring the number of winnings to the special variable winning ball apparatus based on the fact that the special winning detecting means has detected the winning of the game ball to the special variable winning ball apparatus in the specific gaming state;
First abnormal winning determination means for determining an abnormal winning based on the fact that the special winning detection means has detected a winning of a game ball in a normal gaming state other than the specific gaming state;
Second abnormal winning determination means for determining an abnormal winning based on the number of winnings measured by the special winning number measuring means exceeding the threshold in the specific gaming state;
5. An abnormality notification execution unit configured to perform abnormality notification when the first abnormal winning determination unit or the second abnormal winning determination unit determines that an abnormal winning has been determined. The gaming machine described. Special variable winning ball apparatus control means for executing control for changing the special variable winning ball apparatus between a closed state and an open state in a specific gaming state,
The special variable winning ball apparatus control means changes the special variable winning ball apparatus between a closed state and an open state based on an open pattern corresponding to the transition to the specific gaming state among a plurality of types of open patterns. ,
The gaming machine according to claim 5, wherein the threshold value storage means stores a plurality of types of threshold values that differ according to the opening pattern. The threshold value storage means also stores a threshold value that allows winning to the special variable winning ball device in the normal gaming state
The special winning number measuring means measures the number of winnings to the special variable winning ball apparatus based on the fact that the special winning detecting means has detected the winning of the game ball to the special variable winning ball apparatus even in the normal gaming state. ,
The first abnormal winning determination means determines an abnormal winning based on the fact that the number of winnings measured by the special winning number measuring means in the normal gaming state exceeds the threshold value in the normal gaming state,
The gaming machine according to claim 5 or 6, wherein the threshold storage means stores the threshold in the specific gaming state and the threshold in the normal gaming state in a common area of the storage means.

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