JP2009125223A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine designed to please a beginner, arouse a skilled player's passion for playing a game and instill a sense of superiority in the player. <P>SOLUTION: This game machine includes image display means capable of displaying an image, winning combination determination means for determining an internal lottery winning combination, variable display means for variably displaying identification information, stop means provided to be operable by a player, special game production means for producing a special game when the stationarily displayed identification information becomes a predetermined stationary display mode, and timing gage display means for counting the number of games after winning a predetermined internal lottery winning symbol combination till producing the special game and, when the counted number of games reaches the predetermined value, displaying a timing gage notifying a timing to operate the stop means on the image display means for producing the special game. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2009,JPO&INPIT

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachislot gaming device or a slot machine.

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, in a gaming machine such as a pachislot gaming apparatus, a plurality of reels on which various symbols are drawn rotate when a player inserts a game medium and operates a start lever. While the reel is rotating, the reel stops based on the stop switch pressed by the player and the internal winning combination, and a predetermined symbol is arranged, whereby a predetermined profit is given to the player. For this reason, the player needs to perform a stop operation (hereinafter also referred to as “shouldering”) by looking at the symbols on the rotating reel in order to align the predetermined symbols.
There are two types of internal winning combinations: once winning, the winning state continues until a predetermined symbol is complete, and even when winning, the winning state is effective only in the game. If the target cannot be pushed well, in the former case, several games are wasted in order to arrange predetermined symbols, and in the latter case, profits are lost. For this reason, beginners who are unable to look forward and players who are not good at seeing cannot enjoy sufficient profits compared to skilled players.
There is a gaming machine that displays a timing gauge for assisting a stop operation of a reel in order to give a sufficient profit to a beginner who can not push up and a player who is not good at pressing (for example, Patent Document 1, Patent Document 2). According to these gaming machines, even a beginner who can't push the eyes or a player who is not good at pushing can easily arrange predetermined symbols and obtain sufficient profits.

JP 2003-38715 A JP 2006-346226 A

However, the timing gauge is merely annoying display for the skilled player. In addition, since a gaming machine on which a timing gauge is displayed can give an impression of a gaming machine for beginners, a skilled player may refrain from playing a game on a gaming machine on which a timing gauge is displayed. . In addition, even if the player can select whether or not to display the timing gauge, the success rate of the skilled player who does not use the timing gauge and the beginner's attention that uses the timing gauge There is a risk that the success rate of Therefore, a skilled player cannot immerse himself in a sense of superiority, and there is a risk that he or she will refrain from playing with a gaming machine on which a timing gauge is displayed.

The present invention has been made in view of the above-described problems, and its purpose is to be able to be enjoyed even by beginners, and to make a skilled player want to play a game. It is an object of the present invention to provide a gaming machine that can be used and can be immersed in a sense of superiority.

In order to solve the above-described problems, the present invention provides the following.
(1) image display means capable of displaying an image;
A role determination means for determining an internal winning role;
A variation display means for variably displaying the identification information;
Stop means provided for operation by the player;
Stop control means for stopping the change display of the identification information based on the stop signal from the stop means and the internal winning combination determined by the combination determining means;
Special game generating means for generating a special game when the identification information stopped and displayed by the stop control means is in a predetermined stop display mode;
Game number counting means for counting the number of games until the special game is generated by the special game generating means after winning a predetermined internal winning combination;
When the number of games counted by the number-of-games counting means reaches a predetermined value, the timing at which the stopping means should be operated in order to cause the special game to occur, And a timing gauge display means for displaying on the image display means a timing gauge to be notified by moving display in the game machine.

According to the invention of (1), after winning a predetermined internal winning combination, the number of games is counted until a special game is generated. When the counted number of games reaches a predetermined value, a timing gauge for notifying the timing at which the stop means should be operated in order to generate a special game is displayed on the image display means. Therefore, when a predetermined internal winning combination is won, a skilled player can align predetermined symbols by pressing before the timing gauge is displayed. On the other hand, a beginner who cannot push the game will repeatedly play a game in order to arrange a predetermined symbol, but when the number of games played reaches a predetermined value, a timing gauge is displayed. Therefore, a beginner who cannot push the eyes can use the displayed timing gauge to align predetermined symbols. Therefore, even beginners can enjoy it.
In the invention of (1), the skilled player can arrange predetermined symbols before the timing gauge is displayed. Therefore, for a skilled player, even if a game is played on a gaming machine on which a timing gauge is displayed, there is no difference from playing a game on a normal gaming machine on which a timing gauge is not displayed. In addition, since it is difficult for beginners who can't push up to a predetermined pattern by the time the timing gauge is displayed, skilled players have a higher success rate of pushing than beginners who can't push. Get higher. Therefore, it is possible to immerse a skilled player in a sense of superiority, and even to a gaming machine that displays a timing gauge, it is possible to have an experienced player want to play a game. it can.
In addition, if a specific game does not occur even after the predetermined number of games is won after winning a predetermined internal winning combination, a timing gauge is displayed, so a game that does not realize that the internal winning combination is won A person can be prevented from playing useless games.

Furthermore, the present invention provides the following.
(2) The gaming machine according to (1) above,
The speed at which the stop index is moved and displayed changes according to the number of games counted by the game number counting means.

According to the invention of (2), the speed at which the stop index is moved and displayed changes according to the number of games counted by the game number counting means. Therefore, for example, if the configuration is such that the stop indicator movement display speed becomes slower as the counted number of games increases, it is difficult for a player who still has difficulty in aligning predetermined symbols even when using a timing gauge. Even if the game is repeated, the speed at which the stop index is moved and displayed is slowed down, so that predetermined symbols can be arranged.
In addition, if the moving display speed is changed randomly according to the number of games, the player can perform a stop operation while enjoying the change in speed.

Furthermore, the present invention provides the following.
(3) The gaming machine according to (1) or (2) above,
Storage means for storing a plurality of stop control tables, each of which has a different number of sliding frames from when the stop signal is detected until the change display of the identification information is stopped by the stop control means;
A sliding piece number determining means for determining the number of sliding pieces by referring to the stop control table corresponding to the number of games counted by the game number counting means from among the plurality of stop control tables. And

According to the invention of (3), the number of sliding symbols is determined with reference to the stop control table corresponding to the number of games counted by the game number counting means. Therefore, for example, if the stop control table including a larger number of sliding symbols is referred to as the counted number of games increases, the predetermined symbols are aligned even if the alignment of the predetermined symbols fails. Therefore, by repeatedly playing the game, the number of sliding symbols increases, so that it becomes easy to align predetermined symbols.

Furthermore, the present invention provides the following.
(4) The gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (3) above,
When the number of games counted by the game number counting means reaches an upper limit predetermined value larger than the predetermined value, the stop control means stops the identification information so that a predetermined stop display mode is obtained. Features.

According to the invention of (4), when the number of games played without reaching the predetermined symbols after winning a predetermined internal winning combination reaches the upper limit predetermined value, the timing of the stop operation by the player Regardless, the predetermined symbols are available. Therefore, even if it cannot be pushed, if a predetermined number of games are played after winning a predetermined internal winning combination, a predetermined pattern will be prepared, and the loss of a player who can not be pushed will be suppressed. it can.

According to the present invention, even a beginner can enjoy the game, and even a skilled player can have a desire to play a game and can be immersed in a sense of superiority. It is possible to provide a gaming machine that takes into account.

Embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. In the following, a case where the present invention is applied to a pachislot gaming device will be described as a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view schematically showing an example of a pachislot gaming apparatus according to the present invention.
In addition to coins, medals, tokens, and the like, the pachislot gaming device 1 can play a game using a game medium such as a card that is given to a player or stores information on the game value that is given. Although it is a gaming machine, in the following, it is assumed that a medal is used.

A liquid crystal display device 5 is installed on the front surface of the housing 2 forming the entire pachislot gaming device 1, and an image relating to the game can be displayed.
The liquid crystal display device 5 corresponds to the image display means in the present invention.

A pedestal portion 10 having a horizontal surface is formed below the liquid crystal display device 5, and a reel device 19 having three rotary reels 3L, 3C, and 3R provided therein is provided at the center of the pedestal portion 10. Is provided. Each of the three rotating reels 3L, 3C, and 3R has identification information such as a plurality of symbols displayed on its outer peripheral surface, and is provided in a horizontal row so as to be rotatable.

A medal slot 22 is provided on the right side of the pedestal portion 10, and a 1-BET switch 11 and a maximum BET switch 13 are provided on the left side of the pedestal portion 10.

A stored medal settlement switch 14 is provided on the left side of the front portion of the pedestal 10 to switch the credit / payout of medals acquired by the player by a push operation.
When “payout” is selected by switching the stored medal settlement switch 14, medals are paid out from the medal payout opening 15 at the lower front, and the paid out medals are stored in the medal receiving unit 16. On the other hand, when “credit” is selected, the number of medals is stored as a credit in a memory (for example, a RAM 43 described later) provided in the pachislot gaming apparatus 1.

On the right side of the stored medal settlement switch 14, a start lever 6 for rotating the rotating reels 3L, 3C, 3R by a player's operation is attached. The start lever 6 can rotate the rotary reels 3L, 3C, 3R by the player's operation. Three stop buttons 7L, 7C, and 7R for stopping the rotation of the three rotary reels 3L, 3R, and 3C are provided at the center of the front surface of the pedestal unit 10, respectively.
The stop button 7 corresponds to stop means in the present invention.

On the right side of the front surface of the pedestal 10 is provided a door opening / closing / clamping release device 29. A predetermined key is inserted into the key hole of the door opening / closing / clamping release device 29 and turned to the right to open / close the front door. And release the stop by turning counterclockwise.

An enter button 26 and a cancel button 27 are provided on the left side of the reel device 19. By operating the decision button 26 and the cancel button 27, it is possible to input an instruction regarding switching of the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 5 or the like.

A waist panel 25 is provided below the pedestal 10. A transparent acrylic plate is used for the waist panel 25, and the name, character, etc. of the pachislot gaming device 1 are drawn on the back surface of the waist panel 25 by silk screen printing, offset printing, or the like.

Speakers 21L and 21R are provided on the left and right above the housing 2. Between the two speakers 21L and 21R, a payout table panel 23 indicating a combination of winning symbols, a medal payout number, and the like is provided. ing.

A decorative lamp 9a is provided on the left and right sides of the liquid crystal display device 5, and a decorative lamp 9b is provided on the lower left and right sides of the liquid crystal display device 5. A decorative lamp 9c is provided on the left and right sides of the waist panel 25, and a decorative lamp 9d is provided on the left and right sides of the waist panel 25. These decorative lamps 9 (decorative lamp 9a, decorative lamp 9b, decorative lamp 9c, and decorative lamp 9d) can emit light having a predetermined color as the game progresses.

FIG. 2 is an enlarged front view showing the vicinity of the liquid crystal display device included in the pachislot gaming apparatus shown in FIG.
As shown in FIG. 2, a credit number image 18 is displayed on the lower left of the liquid crystal display device 5, a total medal number image 19 is displayed on the upper right, and a payout number image 20 on the lower right. Is displayed. The credit number image 18 displays the number of stored medals, the total medal number image 19 displays the number of medals paid out so far, and the payout number image 20 The number of medals to be paid out when winning is established is displayed.
Although not shown, the liquid crystal display device 5 displays an effect image according to the progress of the game.

FIG. 3 is a front view schematically showing a timing gauge displayed on the liquid crystal display device included in the pachislot gaming apparatus shown in FIG.
Three timing gauges 201 (a timing gauge 201L, a timing gauge 201C, and a timing gauge 201R) are displayed below the center of the liquid crystal display device 5. The timing gauge 201 is displayed to notify the player of the timing for performing the stop operation. On the upper side of the timing gauge 201, a stop mark image 202 (stop mark image 202L, stop mark image 202C, stop mark image 202R) is displayed.

4A to 4C are enlarged front views in which the timing gauge shown in FIG. 3 is enlarged. Hereinafter, how to notify the timing of performing the stop operation will be described with reference to FIGS.
The timing gauge 201 includes a plurality of bar images 203 (bar image 203a, bar image 203b, bar image 203c, bar image 203d, bar image 203e, bar image 203f, bar image 203g, bar image 203h, bar image 203i, bar image. 203j, bar image 203k, bar image 203l, bar image 203m, bar image 203n) are displayed.
There are seven positions where the bar image 203 is displayed in the timing gauge 201. Each bar image 203 is displayed in the timing gauge 201 in order from the left end, and is displayed on the right end and is not displayed. Become. The non-displayed bar image 203 is displayed again at the left end at a predetermined timing.
A stop mark image 202 is displayed above the right end of the timing gauge 201. When the stop button 7 is pressed while the predetermined bar image 203 is displayed below the stop mark image 202, the rotating reel 3 stops at a predetermined pattern. In the following description, a case where the predetermined bar image 203 is the bar image 203h will be described.
The bar image 203h corresponds to a stop index in the present invention.

In the timing gauge 201 in FIG. 4A, seven bar images 203 (bar image 203a, bar image 203b, bar image 203c, bar image 203d, bar image 203e, bar image 203f, bar image 203g) are displayed. ing. A stop mark image 202 is displayed above the bar image 203 a displayed at the right end of the timing gauge 201.
In the timing gauge 201 of FIG. 4B, seven bar images 203 (bar image 203c, bar image 203d, bar image 203e, bar image 203f, bar image 203g, bar image 203h, bar image 203i) are displayed. ing. FIG. 4B shows a timing gauge 201 when each bar image 203 is moved and displayed twice on the right side from the state of FIG.
In the timing gauge 201 of FIG. 4C, seven bar images 203 (bar image 203h, bar image 203i, bar image 203j, bar image 203k, bar image 203l, bar image 203m, bar image 203n) are displayed. ing. FIG. 4C shows the timing gauge 201 when each bar image 203 is moved and displayed to the right five times from the state of FIG. 4B. On the right end of the timing gauge 201, a bar image 203h, which is a predetermined bar image 203, is displayed. As shown in FIG. 4C, when the stop button 7 is pressed while the bar image 203h is displayed below the stop mark image 202, the rotating reel 3 stops at a predetermined symbol.

FIG. 5 is a block diagram showing an internal configuration of the pachislot gaming device shown in FIG.
The main control circuit 81 has a microcomputer 40 disposed on a circuit board as a main component. The microcomputer 40 includes a CPU 41 that performs a control operation according to a preset program, a ROM 42, and a RAM 43. Connected to the CPU 41 are a clock pulse generation circuit 144 and a frequency divider 145 for setting a reference clock pulse, and a random number generator 146 and a sampling circuit 147 for generating a random number to be sampled. In addition, as a means for random number sampling, you may comprise so that the sampling of a random number may be performed on the operation | movement program of CPU41.

The ROM 42 stores various control commands (commands) to be transmitted to the sub control circuit 82. As the command, for example, a command related to display control for the liquid crystal display device 5 and a command related to audio output control for the speaker 21 are stored.

Examples of commands related to control on the liquid crystal display device 5 and the speaker 21 (hereinafter also referred to as effects commands) include an effect start command, an end effect command, and the like.
The effect start command is a command for causing the liquid crystal display device 5 to display an effect image at the start of rotation of the three rotary reels 3 and causing the speaker 21 to output sound related to the effect. The end effect command is a command for causing the liquid crystal display device 5 to display an effect image when all the three rotary reels 3 are stopped, and causing the speaker 21 to output a sound related to the end effect. Further, a command relating to setting or releasing of RB and BB is also stored in the ROM 42, and the setting or releasing of RB or BB is notified to the sub-control circuit 82 by the command. It should be noted that data indicating that RB or BB is being executed may be included in various commands relating to display control for liquid crystal display device 5 instead of commands relating to setting or canceling RB or BB.

Various commands as described above are called from the ROM 42 by the CPU 41 and set in the RAM 43 when the predetermined condition is satisfied. The command set in the RAM 43 is supplied to the sub control circuit 82 at a predetermined timing. The sub control circuit 82 executes various processes based on the supplied command. A command or the like is not input from the sub control circuit 82 to the main control circuit 81, and communication is performed in one direction from the main control circuit 81 to the sub control circuit 82.

The ROM 42 stores a symbol table for associating the rotational positions of the rotary reels 3L, 3C, and 3R with symbols drawn on the outer peripheral surface of the rotary reel, and a combination of symbols for winning. A winning symbol combination table in which a winning medal payout number is associated with a winning determination code representing the winning, a lottery probability table necessary for performing a lottery for determining an internal winning combination, the number of games and the bar image 203 A moving display pattern table associated with the display time, a stop control table necessary for performing lottery for determining the number of sliding symbols, and the like are stored.
The ROM 42 functions as storage means in the present invention.

The ROM 42 stores an RB winning flag, a BB winning flag, a timing gauge display flag, a reel forced stop flag, and the like.

In addition to the above-described commands, the RAM 43 stores, for example, variables relating to game progress, flags, and the like such as the number of credits corresponding to the number of medals and the set value that determines the probability of winning each internal winning combination.
For example, when the setting value is 1, the probability of winning BB is 1/270, and when the setting value is 6, the probability of winning BB is 1/200. In addition, a value indicating the probability of winning the internal winning combination in a stepwise manner. The relationship between the set value and the probability of winning each internal winning combination will be described in detail later with reference to FIG. In the present embodiment, the case where the set value is composed of six stages of 1 to 6 will be described, but the present invention is not limited to this example.

As main peripheral devices (actuators) whose operations are controlled by a control signal from the microcomputer 40, a decorative lamp 9 and a hopper that stores medals and pays out a predetermined number of medals according to a command from the hopper drive circuit 51 (see FIG. And a stepping motor 59L, 59C, 59R that rotationally drives the rotary reels 3L, 3C, 3R.

Further, a motor drive circuit 49 that drives and controls the stepping motors 59L, 59C, and 59R, a hopper drive circuit 51 that drives and controls the hopper 50, and a lamp drive circuit 55 that drives and controls the decorative lamp 9 are connected to the I / O port 48. To the output unit of the CPU 41. Each of these drive circuits receives a control signal such as a drive command output from the CPU 41, and controls the operation of each actuator.

The main input signal generators for generating input signals necessary for the microcomputer 40 to generate control commands include a start switch 6S, a 1-BET switch 11, a maximum BET switch 13, a stored medal settlement switch 14, There are an inserted medal sensor 22S, a reset switch 62, a setting key switch 63, a setting change switch 64, a power switch 65, a reel stop signal circuit 56, a reel position detection circuit 60, and a payout completion signal circuit 61. These are also connected to the CPU 41 via the I / O port 48.

The setting key type switch 63 allows a setting value to be changed by inserting a predetermined key into this keyhole and turning it to the right. When the setting change switch 64 is pressed while the setting key switch 63 is capable of changing the setting value, the setting value changes. The setting key type switch 63 and the setting change switch 64 function as setting means for setting the probability of winning the internal winning combination step by step. The changed set value is stored in the RAM 43.

The start switch 6S detects the operation of the start lever 6. The inserted medal sensor 22 </ b> S detects a medal inserted into the medal slot 22. The reel stop signal circuit 56 generates a stop signal in response to the operation of each stop button 7L, 7C, 7R. With these operations, the decision button 26 and the cancel button 27 can switch the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 5 and input an instruction.

The reel position detection circuit 60 receives the pulse signal from the reel rotation sensor and transmits a signal for detecting the position of each of the rotating reels 3L, 3C, 3R to the CPU 41.
The payout completion signal circuit 61 generates a medal payout completion signal when the count value of the medal detection unit 50S (the number of medals paid out from the hopper 50) reaches a designated number. When the CPU 41 receives this medal payout completion signal, the driving of the hopper 50 is stopped via the hopper drive circuit 51 to complete the payout of medals. The medal detection unit 50S includes a medal sensor including a physical sensor for detecting medals paid out from the hopper 50, and can count the number of medals paid out by the medal sensor.

The random number generator 146 generates random numbers belonging to a certain numerical range, and the sampling circuit 147 samples one random number at an appropriate timing after the start lever 6 is operated. Based on the random numbers sampled in this way and the lottery table stored in the ROM 42, the CPU 41 determines an internal winning combination.
Further, random numbers are sampled again to select the “stop control table” at an appropriate timing.

After the rotation of the rotating reels 3L, 3C, 3R is started, the number of drive pulses supplied to each of the stepping motors 59L, 59C, 59R is counted, and the counted value is written in a predetermined area of the RAM 43. From the rotating reels 3L, 3C, 3R, reset pulses are obtained for each rotation, and these pulses are input to the CPU 41 via the reel position detection circuit 60. The count value of the drive pulse counted in the RAM 43 is cleared to “0” by the reset pulse thus obtained. As a result, the count value corresponding to the rotation position within one rotation range is stored in the RAM 43 for each of the rotation reels 3L, 3C, and 3R.

A symbol table is stored in the ROM 42 in order to associate the rotational positions of the rotating reels 3L, 3C, and 3R as described above with the symbols drawn on the outer peripheral surface of the rotating reel. In this symbol table, with reference to the rotational position at which the reset pulse is generated as described above, the code numbers sequentially given for each fixed rotation pitch of each rotary reel 3L, 3C, 3R, and the corresponding code number A symbol code indicating the symbol provided is associated with the symbol.

Furthermore, a winning symbol combination table is stored in the ROM 42. In this winning symbol combination table, a winning symbol combination, a winning medal dividend number, and a winning determination code representing the winning are associated with each other. The winning symbol combination table is referred to when the left rotating reel 3L, the central rotating reel 3C, and the right rotating reel 3R are controlled to stop and when winning confirmation after all reels are stopped.

When the winning combination is won internally by the lottery process (internal winning combination determining process) based on the random number sampling, the CPU 41 sends from the reel stop signal circuit 56 at the timing when the player operates the stop buttons 7L, 7C, 7R. Based on the operation signal and the selected “stop control table”, a signal for stopping the reels 3L, 3C, 3R is sent to the motor drive circuit 49.

In the stop mode indicating that the winning combination of the internal winning combination is established, when “payout” is selected by switching the stored medal settlement switch 14, the CPU 41 supplies the hopper drive circuit 51 with a payout command signal. A predetermined number of medals are paid out from 50. At that time, the medal detection unit 50S counts the number of medals to be paid out from the hopper 50, and when the count value reaches a designated number, a medal payout completion signal is input to the CPU 41. As a result, the CPU 41 stops driving the hopper 50 via the hopper drive circuit 51 and ends the “medal payout process”.
On the other hand, when “credit” is selected by switching the stored medal settlement switch 14, the number of medals to be paid out is stored in the RAM 43 as credits.

A sub control circuit 82 is connected to the main control circuit 81 including the CPU 41. The sub control circuit 82 performs display control of the liquid crystal display device 5 and sound output control from the speakers 21L and 21R based on a control command (command) from the main control circuit 81.

FIG. 6 is a block diagram showing a configuration of the sub control circuit shown in FIG.
In the present embodiment, the command is supplied from the main control circuit 81 to the sub-control circuit 82 and the signal cannot be supplied from the sub-control circuit 82 to the main control circuit 81. Not limited to this, the sub control circuit 82 may be configured to transmit a signal to the main control circuit 81.

The sub control circuit 82 includes a sub CPU 206, a program ROM 208, and a work RAM 210. In addition, the determination button 26 and the cancel button 27 are connected to the sub control circuit 82 via the interface circuit 240.

The sub-control circuit 82 includes a display control circuit 250 that performs display control in the liquid crystal display device 5, and a sound control circuit 230 that performs control related to sound generated from the speaker 21.

The sub CPU 206 has a function of executing various processes such as a process related to effects according to a program stored in the program ROM 208, and controls the sub control circuit 82 according to various commands supplied from the CPU 41.

The program ROM 208 stores a program for controlling a game effect in the liquid crystal display device 5 and the speaker 21 by the sub CPU 206, and also stores various tables such as a table for making a decision regarding the effect. Has been.

The program ROM 208 has a screen image displayed on the liquid crystal display device 5 and a plurality of types of effect pattern data corresponding to the sound output from the speaker 21 and a screen image displayed when all the reels 3 are stopped. And a plurality of types of end effect pattern data corresponding to the output sound.

In this embodiment, the program ROM 208 is used as a storage medium for storing programs, tables, and the like. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and any other storage medium can be used as long as it is a computer-readable storage medium. For example, it may be recorded on a storage medium such as a hard disk device, a CD-ROM, a DVD-ROM, or a ROM cartridge. Of course, what is stored in the program ROM 208 may be stored in the ROM 42. Further, these programs may not be recorded in advance, but may be downloaded after the power is turned on and recorded in the work RAM 210 or the like. Furthermore, each program may be recorded on a separate storage medium.

In the present embodiment, the main control circuit 81 including the CPU 41 and the ROM 42 and the sub control circuit 82 including the sub CPU 206 and the program ROM 208 are separately configured. However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the main control including the CPU 41 and the ROM 42 is performed. Only the circuit 81 may be configured, and in this case, the program stored in the program ROM 208 described above may be stored in the ROM 42 and executed by the CPU 41. Of course, it may be configured only by the sub control circuit 82 including the sub CPU 206 and the program ROM 208. In this case, the program stored in the ROM 42 is stored in the program ROM 208 and executed by the sub CPU 206. You may comprise as follows.

The work RAM 210 has a function of storing various flags and variable values as a temporary storage area of the sub CPU 206. In the present embodiment, the work RAM 210 is used as a temporary storage area of the sub CPU 206, but the present invention is not limited thereto, and any readable / writable storage medium may be used.

The audio control circuit 230 includes a sound source IC 232 that performs control related to audio, an audio data ROM 234 that stores various sound data, and an amplifier 236 (hereinafter referred to as AMP) for amplifying the sound signal.

The sound source IC 232 is connected to the sub CPU 206, the audio data ROM 234, and the AMP 236. The sound source IC 232 controls sound generated from the speaker 21.

The sub CPU 206 selects one audio data from a plurality of audio data stored in the audio data ROM 234 based on the command supplied from the CPU 41. Thereafter, the sub CPU 206 reads the selected audio data from the audio data ROM 234 and supplies it to the sound source IC 232. The sound source IC 232 that has received the sound data converts the sound data into a predetermined sound signal and supplies the sound signal to the AMP 236. The AMP 236 amplifies the audio signal and generates audio from the speakers 21 (21L and 21R).

The display control circuit 250 generates a screen image according to a game result determined by the CPU 41 or an instruction input by the various buttons 26 and 27 and performs control for displaying the screen image on the liquid crystal display device 5. An image data processor (hereinafter referred to as VDP) 212, an image data ROM 216 for storing various image data, and a D / A converter 218 for converting the image data as an image signal. The VDP 212 is connected to a sub CPU 206, an image data ROM 216 in which image data is stored, and a D / A converter 218 that converts the image data into an image signal.

The VDP 212 includes various circuits such as a so-called sprite circuit, a screen circuit, and a pallet circuit, and can perform various processes for displaying a screen image on the liquid crystal display device 5. That is, the VDP 212 performs display control for the liquid crystal display device 5. Further, the VDP 212 includes a storage medium (for example, a video RAM) as a buffer for displaying a screen image on the transparent liquid crystal panel 34 of the liquid crystal display device 5. By storing the image data in a predetermined storage area of the storage medium, a screen image is displayed on the transparent liquid crystal panel 34 of the liquid crystal display device 5 at a predetermined timing.

The image data ROM 216 stores image data such as a background image, a character image, a stop mark image 202, and a bar image 203, for example.

The VDP 212 extracts an effect image from the image data ROM 216 in accordance with an image display command (command) supplied from the sub CPU 206.

The VDP 212 stores various images extracted from the image data ROM 216 in a buffer (for example, a video RAM or the like) by superimposing them in order from the image located at the rear, for example, in the order of the background image and the character image. Combined and supplied to the D / A converter 218 at a predetermined timing. The D / A converter 218 converts the screen image as an image signal and supplies the image signal to the liquid crystal display device 5.

FIG. 7 is a diagram showing a movement display pattern table.
In the movement display pattern table, the number of games and a display time indicating a time during which the bar image 203 is displayed at one position in the timing gauge 201 are stored in association with each other.
For example, when the number of games is 2, since the display time is 0.1 s, after the bar image 203 is displayed at one position in the timing gauge 201 for 0.1 s, it is 0.1 s at the right adjacent position. Are displayed and moved to the right side in order.
For example, when the number of games is 18, the display time is 1.0 s. Therefore, after the bar image 203 is displayed at one position in the timing gauge 201 for 1.0 s, 1 is displayed at the right adjacent position. .0s is displayed and sequentially moved to the right.

FIG. 8 is a diagram illustrating an example of symbols arranged on a reel.
Each reel 3L, 3C, 3R shows a symbol row in which 21 types of symbols are arranged. Each symbol is assigned a code number “00” to “20” and stored (stored) in the ROM 42. On each reel 3L, 3C, 3R, "white 7 (design 91)", "red 7 (design 92)", "bell (design 93)", "watermelon (design 94)", "Replay (design) 95) "," Upper Chile (symbol 96) ", and" Lower Chile (symbol 97) ". Each reel 3L, 3C, 3R is rotationally driven so that the symbol row moves in the direction of the arrow in FIG.

In this embodiment, BB, RB, replay, watermelon small part, bell small part, and JAC small part (hereinafter also referred to as internal winning combination) are provided.
BB and RB correspond to predetermined internal winning combinations in the present invention.

The winning of BB is realized by arranging “white 7-white 7-white 7” along the effective line. When BB is won, 15 medals are paid out, and a transition is made to the BB gaming state.

Winning to RB is realized by arranging “red 7-red 7-red 7” along the active line. When RB is won, 15 medals are paid out, and the RB gaming state is entered.

Replay winning is realized by arranging “Replay-Replay-Replay” along the active line. When winning the replay, the same number of medals as the number of inserted medals are automatically inserted, so that the player can play the next game without consuming the medals. In other words, the replay is a role that allows a game to be performed without winning by inserting a game medium. However, when a replay is won in the BB gaming state, the RB gaming state is entered.

Winning watermelon is realized by arranging "watermelon-watermelon-watermelon" along the effective line. If you win a watermelon, 6 medals will be paid out. Also, the winning for the bell is realized by arranging “bell-bell-bell” along the effective line. When you win the bell, 10 medals are paid out.

The winning of the JAC small role is realized by arranging “Bell-Replay-Bell” in the RB gaming state.

In the general gaming state, there is no case where a JAC small part wins. In addition, in the BB gaming state, BB, RB and JAC small roles do not win. In addition, in the RB gaming state, no role other than the JAC small role is won.

FIG. 9 shows a lottery table.
As described above, the setting value can be set in six stages by operating the setting key switch 63 and the setting change switch 64. FIG. 9 is a lottery table used when the set value is “6”. Although not shown, a lottery table used when the set value is any one of 1 to 5 also exists for each set value. As shown in FIG. 9, there is a lottery table in each gaming state of the general gaming state, the BB gaming state, and the RB gaming state for each set value. Each lottery table is stored in the ROM 42.

As described above, the internal winning combination is determined based on the random number sampled by the sampling circuit 147 from the random numbers generated by the random number generator 146 and the lottery table. As shown in FIG. 9, a random number range is stored in association with each internal winning combination in each gaming state. The random number extraction range of random numbers generated by the random number generator 146 is 0 to 16383, and the internal winning combination associated with the random number value acquired by the sampling circuit 147 is determined as the internal winning combination. For example, when the set value is “6” and the random number value sampled by the sampling circuit 147 in the general gaming state is “1000”, “Replay” is determined as the internal winning combination. The winning probability for each internal winning combination is determined by the size of the random number range.

FIGS. 10A to 10D are diagrams showing stop control tables.
There are stop control tables for 0-5 games, 6-10 games, 11-15 games, and 16-20 games. A random number range is associated with each sliding frame number in each stop control table and stored. The random number extraction range of random numbers generated by the random number generator 146 is 0 to 16383, and the number of sliding frames associated with the random number value acquired by the sampling circuit 147 is determined from this range. For example, when the number of games is seven and the random number value sampled by the sampling circuit 147 is “1000”, the number of sliding symbols is determined to be zero.

FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing a game execution process performed in the main control circuit.
First, the CPU 41 determines whether or not there is a request for automatic insertion of medals (step S120). The case where there is a request for automatic insertion is a case where a winning of replay (replay) is established in the previous game. When there is a request for automatic insertion of medals, medals for the insertion request are automatically inserted (step S122), and a medal insertion command is transmitted to the sub-control circuit 82 (step S123).

On the other hand, when determining in step S120 that there is no request for automatic medal insertion, the CPU 41 determines whether or not a medal has been inserted (step S121). That is, the CPU 41 determines whether or not a detection signal issued by the insertion medal sensor 22S that has detected that a medal has been inserted into the medal insertion slot 22 has been received, or whether the BET switch (1-BET switch 11 or maximum BET switch 13). ) To determine whether or not a medal has been inserted. When it is determined that a detection signal issued by the BET switch (1-BET switch 11 or maximum BET switch 13) is received, the CPU 41 corresponds to the number of medals bet from the number of credits stored in the RAM 43. A process of subtracting the number of credits is performed.

When determining in step S121 that no medal has been inserted, the CPU 41 returns the process to step S120.
If it is determined in step S121 that a medal has been inserted, or if the process in step S123 is executed, the CPU 41 determines whether the start lever 6 has been operated (step S124). That is, the CPU 41 determines whether or not an input signal from the start switch 6S has been received.

When determining in step S124 that the start lever 6 has not been operated, the CPU 41 returns the process to step S120. On the other hand, when determining in step S124 that the start lever 6 has been operated, the CPU 41 performs processing related to various settings (step S125). Various setting processes will be described later with reference to FIG.
After executing the process of step S125, the CPU 41 shifts the process to step S126.

In step S <b> 126, the CPU 41 sets an effect start command in the RAM 43. This effect start command is a command for starting display of a predetermined effect image on the liquid crystal display device 5 and includes data on the internal winning combination determined by the lottery process. The effect start command is supplied to the sub control circuit 82 at a predetermined timing.
After executing the process of step S126, the CPU 41 shifts the process to step S128.

In step S128, the CPU 41 determines whether or not the stop button 7 (7L, 7C, 7R) is “ON” based on the presence / absence of an input signal from the reel stop signal circuit 56 (step S128). When it is determined that the stop button 7 is not “ON”, the CPU 41 determines whether or not the value of the automatic stop timer is “0” (step S129), and when it is determined that the value is not “0”. The process returns to step S128.

On the other hand, if it is determined in step S128 that the stop button 7 is “ON”, or if it is determined in step S129 that the value of the automatic stop timer is “0”, the CPU 41 corresponds to the stop button 7. The rotation of the rotating reel 3 is stopped. At that time, the winning request (internal winning combination), the symbol position (the rotating position of the rotating reel 3 at the time of operation), the selected stop control table, etc. The number of frames is determined (step S130). The sliding frame number determination process will be described later with reference to FIG.

Next, the CPU 41 performs a process of rotating and stopping the rotary reel 3 by the number of sliding frames determined in step S130 (step S131). When a reel forced stop flag, which will be described later, is set, a process for rotating and rotating the rotating reel 3 so as to obtain a predetermined symbol is performed. Then, a stop request for one rotary reel 3 is set (step S132).

Next, the CPU 41 determines whether or not all of the three rotary reels 3 (3L, 3C, 3R) have been stopped (step S135). If it is determined that all the rotating reels 3 are not stopped, the process returns to step S128. On the other hand, if it is determined that all the rotating reels 3 have stopped, the CPU 41 performs a winning search (step S136). At this time, a winning symbol combination table or the like stored in the ROM 42 is referred to. Further, it is determined whether or not the winning flag is normal. If not, the illegal error may be displayed and the process may be interrupted.
When executing the processing from step S128 to step S135, the CPU 41 functions as a stop control means.

Next, the CPU 41 sets an end effect command in the RAM 43 (step S137). This end effect command is a command for displaying an effect image at the end of the game according to the game result, and includes data related to the result of the winning search in step S136. The end effect command is supplied to the sub control circuit 82 at a predetermined timing.

Next, the CPU 41 determines whether or not a medal has been paid out, that is, whether or not there is a winning number (step S138).
When determining that there is a medal payout, the CPU 41 stores or pays out the number of medals according to the gaming state and the winning combination (step S139). When storing medals, the CPU 41 performs a process of adding the number of credits stored in the RAM 43. On the other hand, when paying out medals, the CPU 41 sends out a payout command signal to the hopper driving circuit 51 and pays out a predetermined number of medals from the hopper 50. At that time, the medal detection unit 50S counts the number of medals to be paid out from the hopper 50, and when the count value reaches a designated number, a medal payout completion signal is input to the CPU 41. As a result, the CPU 41 stops driving the hopper 50 via the hopper drive circuit 51 and ends the medal payout process.

Next, the CPU 41 determines whether or not an RB has been won (step S140). If it is determined that the RB has been won, the CPU 41 clears the RB winning flag set by various setting processes to be described later (step S141). Further, the CPU 41 clears the number of games counted by various setting processes described later (step S142). Next, the CPU 41 performs processing related to RB setting (step S143). In step S143, the CPU 41 performs processing related to the setting of the RB lottery probability table and the RB winning symbol combination table. In step S143, the CPU 41 starts counting the number of RB game winnings and the like, and starts a process of displaying the count value on the accessory operation count display unit 20. After executing the process of step S143, the CPU 41 shifts the process to step S144.
When executing the process of step S143, the CPU 41 functions as a special game generating means.

In step S144, the CPU 41 sets an RB setting command in the RAM 43. The RB setting command is a command for causing the liquid crystal display device 5 to display an RB effect image as a screen image, and is supplied to the sub-control circuit 82 at a predetermined timing.

If it is determined in step S140 that the RB has not been won, or if the process of step S144 has been executed, the CPU 41 determines whether or not the BB has been won (step S145). If it is determined that BB has been won, the CPU 41 clears a BB winning flag set by various setting processes to be described later (step S146). Further, the CPU 41 clears the number of games counted by various setting processes described later (step S147). CPU41 performs the process which concerns on BB setting (step S148). In this step S148, the CPU 41 performs processing related to setting of a BB lottery probability table, a BB winning symbol combination table, and the like. In step S148, the CPU 41 starts counting the number of times the BB game is consumed, displaying the count value on the accessory action number display unit 20, counting the number of medals paid out, and the like. Thereafter, the CPU 41 shifts the processing to step S149.
When executing the process of step S148, the CPU 41 functions as a special game generating means.

In step S 149, the CPU 41 sets a BB setting command in the RAM 43. The BB setting command is a command for causing the liquid crystal display device 5 to display an effect image for BB as a screen image, and is supplied to the sub-control circuit 82 at a predetermined timing.

When it is determined in step S145 that the BB has not been won or when the process of step S149 is executed, the CPU 41 determines whether or not the RB has ended (step S150). If it is determined that the RB has ended, the CPU 41 next performs a process related to the RB setting cancellation (step S151). In step S151, the CPU 41 changes from the RB lottery probability table set in the process of step S143, the RB winning symbol combination table, etc. to the lottery probability table used for the normal gaming state (other than RB or BB). Performs processing related to setting change. Thereafter, the CPU 41 shifts the processing to step S152.

In step S <b> 152, the CPU 41 sets an RB release command in the RAM 43. The RB release command is a command for stopping the display of the effect image for RB as the screen image and causing the liquid crystal display device 5 to display a normal effect image (other than RB or BB). The RB release command is supplied to the sub control circuit 82 at a predetermined timing.

If it is not determined in step S150 that the RB has ended, or if the process of step S152 has been executed, the CPU 41 determines whether the BB has ended (step S153). If it is determined that the BB has ended, the CPU 41 then performs a process related to the BB setting cancellation (step S154). In step S154, the CPU 41 sets the lottery probability table used for the normal gaming state (other than RB or BB) from the lottery table for BB set in the process of step S148, the winning symbol combination table for BB, or the like. Process related to change.
Thereafter, the CPU 41 shifts the processing to step S155.

In step S <b> 155, the CPU 41 sets a BB release command in the RAM 43. The BB release command is a command for stopping the display of the effect image for BB as the screen image and causing the liquid crystal display device 5 to display a normal effect image (other than RB or BB). The BB release command is supplied to the sub control circuit 82 at a predetermined timing.
If it is determined in step S153 that BB has not ended, or if the process of step S155 is executed, the CPU 41 ends this subroutine.

FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing various setting processes.
Various setting processes are called and executed in step S125 of the game execution process shown in FIG.
First, in step S170, the CPU 41 determines whether or not the RB winning flag or the BB winning flag is set. If it is determined that the RB winning flag or the BB winning flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S171. In step S171, the CPU 41 samples a random number from the random number generator 146, and obtains a random number value of 1 from 0 to 16383. The CPU 41 refers to the lottery table corresponding to the set value, and determines the internal winning combination corresponding to the random value acquired in step S171 (step S172). When executing the processes of steps S171 and S172, the CPU 41 functions as a combination determining means.

Next, in step S173, the CPU 41 determines whether or not the internal winning combination is RB. If it is determined that the internal winning combination is RB, an RB winning flag is set (step S174). On the other hand, if it is determined that the internal winning combination is not RB, the process proceeds to step S175.

In step S175, the CPU 41 determines whether or not the internal winning combination is BB. If it is determined that the internal winning combination is BB, an RB winning flag is set (step S176). On the other hand, if it is determined that the internal winning combination is not BB, the process proceeds to step S181.

In step S170, when it is determined that the RB winning flag or the BB winning flag is set, when the process of step S174 is executed, or when the process of step S176 is executed, the CPU 41 stores in the RAM 43. The stored number of games is incremented by 1 (step S177). The value of the number of games is set to 0 when the pachislot gaming device 1 is activated.
When executing the process of step S177, the CPU 41 functions as a game number counting means.

Next, in step S178, the CPU 41 determines whether or not the number of games stored in the RAM 43 is equal to or greater than a predetermined value. When determining that the number of games is equal to or greater than the predetermined value, the CPU 41 refers to the moving display pattern table and determines a display time indicating a time during which the bar image 203 is displayed at one position in the timing gauge 201. Further, the CPU 41 determines the moving display speed based on the determined display time (step S179). Then, the CPU 41 sets a timing gauge display flag corresponding to the moving display speed (step S180). The timing gauge display flag is a flag that is cleared when a signal is input from the start lever 6.

If it is determined in step S175 that the internal winning combination is not BB, or if it is determined in step S178 that the number of games is not equal to or greater than the predetermined value, or if the process of step S180 is executed, the CPU 41 executes the rotation reel 3 The rotation of (3L, 3C, 3R) is started (step S181).
After the rotation of the rotating reels 3L, 3C, 3R is started, the number of drive pulses transmitted to each of the stepping motors 59L, 59C, 59R is counted, and the counted value is stored in the RAM 43. A reset pulse is obtained for each rotation from the rotating reels 3L, 3C, 3R, and these pulses are input to the CPU 41 via the reel position detection circuit 60. The count value is cleared to “0” in the drive pulse counted in the RAM 43 by the reset pulse thus obtained. By doing so, the RAM 43 stores the count value corresponding to the rotational position within one rotation range for each of the rotating reels 3L, 3C, 3R.
When executing the process of step S181, the CPU 41 functions as a fluctuation display means.

Further, in the symbol table stored in the ROM 42 in order to associate the rotational positions of the rotating reels 3L, 3C, and 3R with the symbols drawn on the outer peripheral surface of the rotating reel, the rotational position at which the reset pulse is generated is used as a reference. A code number that is sequentially given for each of the rotation reels 3L, 3C, and 3R and a symbol code indicating a symbol that is provided for each code number are associated with each other. Further, the winning symbol combination table stored in the ROM 42 is referred to when controlling the rotation of each of the rotating reels 3L, 3C, 3R and when confirming the winning after stopping all the rotating reels.
After the process of step S181 is completed, this subroutine is terminated.

FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing the sliding frame number determination process.
The sliding frame number determination process is a process that is called and executed in step S130 of the game execution process shown in FIG.
First, in step S500, the CPU 41 determines whether or not the number of games is an upper limit predetermined value. If it is determined that the number of games is the upper limit predetermined value, the process proceeds to step S501.

The CPU 41 sets a reel forced stop flag (step S501). When the reel forced stop flag is set, the rotary reel 3 is controlled so that the stop symbol of the rotary reel 3 becomes a predetermined symbol regardless of the operation timing of the stop button 7 of the player. The reel forced stop flag is a flag that is cleared when a signal is input from the start lever 6.

If it is determined in step S500 that the number of games is not the upper limit predetermined value, the CPU 41 samples a random number from the random number generator 146 and obtains a random number value of 1 from 0 to 16383 (step S502). The CPU 41 refers to the stop control table corresponding to the counted number of games, and determines the number of sliding symbols corresponding to the random value acquired in step S502 (step S503). When executing the processing of step S502 and step S503, the CPU 41 functions as a sliding frame number determining means. When the process of step S501 is executed or when the process of step S503 is executed, this subroutine is finished.

FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of command reception processing performed in the sub control circuit.
First, the sub CPU 206 determines whether or not an effect start command has been received (step S200). If it is determined that an effect start command has not been received, the process proceeds to step S210.
On the other hand, if it is determined that an effect start command has been received, in step S201, the sub CPU 206 selects an effect pattern corresponding to the command from a plurality of types of effect patterns stored in the program ROM 208.
If the RB flag is set, the sub CPU 206 selects an effect pattern for RB. If the BB flag is set, an effect pattern for BB is selected. Next, in step S202, effect pattern data, which is data indicating the effect pattern, is supplied to the display control circuit 250 and the audio control circuit 230. After executing the process of step S202, the process proceeds to step S210.

In step S210, the sub CPU 206 determines whether or not an end effect command has been received. If it is determined that the end effect command has not been received, the process proceeds to step S220.
On the other hand, when determining that the end effect command has been received, in step S211, the sub CPU 206 selects an end effect pattern corresponding to the command from a plurality of types of end effect patterns stored in the program ROM 208.
Next, in step S212, the end effect pattern data is supplied to the display control circuit 250 and the audio control circuit 230. After performing the process of step S210, the process proceeds to step S220.

In step S220, the sub CPU 206 determines whether or not an RB setting command has been received. If it is determined that the RB setting command has not been received, the process proceeds to step S230. On the other hand, when determining that the RB setting command has been received, the sub CPU 206 sets the RB flag in step S221. After performing the process of step S221, the process proceeds to step S230. The RB flag is a flag that is set when the RB starts and cleared when the RB ends.

In step S230, the sub CPU 206 determines whether or not a BB setting command has been received. If it is determined that the BB setting command has not been received, the process proceeds to step S240. On the other hand, when determining that the BB setting command is received, the sub CPU 206 sets the BB flag in step S231. The BB flag is a flag that is set when the BB starts and cleared when the BB ends.

If it is determined in step S230 that the BB setting command has not been received, or if the process of step S231 has been executed, the sub CPU 206 determines whether or not an RB release command has been received (step S240). If it is determined that the RB release command has been received, the RB flag is cleared (step S241).

If it is determined in step S240 that an RB release command has not been received, or if the process of step S241 has been executed, the sub CPU 206 determines whether or not a BB release command has been received (step S250). If it is determined that the BB release command has not been received, this subroutine is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the BB release command has been received, the BB flag is cleared (step S251), and this subroutine is terminated.

FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of sound output control processing performed in the sound control circuit.
The sound source IC 232 generates sounds corresponding to various data supplied from the sub CPU 206.
The sound output control process is a process executed by the sub CPU 206 via the sound source IC 232.

When the tone generator IC 232 has not received the production pattern data from the sub CPU 206 (step S400: NO), the process returns to step S400.
The sound source IC 232 receives the effect pattern data (specific effect pattern data or normal effect pattern data) from the sub CPU 206 (step S400: YES), and ends effect pattern data (end specific effect pattern data or end normal effect pattern data). ) (Step S401: NO), the effect sound data is extracted from the audio data ROM 234 and stored in the buffer (step S402). On the other hand, the sound source IC 232 receives the effect pattern data from the sub CPU 206 (step S400: YES), and if it receives the end effect pattern data (step S401: YES), the effect sound data from the audio data ROM 234. And the effect sound data at the end is extracted and stored in the buffer (step S403).

Next, the sound source IC 232 outputs sound to the speaker 21 at predetermined timings (for example, every 1/30 seconds) based on the effect sound data extracted in step S402 or step S403 (step S404). When executing the process of step S404, the sound source IC 232 functions as a sound output unit.

Thereafter, when the effect has not ended (step S405: NO), the process returns to step S400. On the other hand, when the effect is finished (step S405: YES), the effect pattern data is cleared (step S406), and the process returns to step S400.

FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing a subroutine of display control processing performed in the display control circuit.
The VDP 212 generates a screen image corresponding to various data supplied from the sub CPU 206.
When the VDP 212 does not receive the production pattern data from the sub CPU 206 (step S300: NO), the VDP 212 extracts the demo image from the image data ROM 216 and stores it in the buffer (step S301).

When receiving the production pattern data from the sub CPU 206 (step S300: YES), the VDP 212 determines whether or not the timing gauge display flag is set (step S302). If it is determined that the timing gauge display flag is set, the stop mark image 202 and the bar image 203 are extracted from the image data ROM 216 and stored in the buffer (step S303).

When the process of step S303 is executed or when it is determined in step S302 that the timing gauge display flag is not set, the CPU 41 determines whether or not the end effect pattern data is supplied (step S304). ). When the end effect pattern data is not supplied (step S304: NO), the effect image is extracted from the image data ROM 216 and stored in the buffer (step S305).

When receiving the end effect pattern data from the sub CPU 206 (step S304: YES), the VDP 212 extracts the end effect image from the image data ROM 216 and stores it in the buffer (step S306).
After executing the processing of step S301, S305, or S306, the VDP 212 outputs a screen image to the liquid crystal display device 5 at every predetermined timing (for example, every 1/30 seconds) (step S308).
In step S303, after extracting the stop mark image 202 and the bar image 203, when executing the process of step S308, the CPU 41 functions as a timing gauge display means.

Thereafter, when the effect has not ended (step S310: NO), the process returns to step S300. On the other hand, when the effect is finished (step S310: YES), the effect pattern data is cleared (step S311), and the process returns to step S300.

As described above, according to the pachislot gaming apparatus 1 according to the present embodiment, after winning a predetermined internal winning combination, the number of games is counted until a special game is generated. When the counted number of games reaches a predetermined value, a timing gauge for notifying the timing at which the stop means should be operated in order to generate a special game is displayed on the image display means.
Therefore, when a predetermined internal winning combination is won, a skilled player can align predetermined symbols by pressing before the timing gauge is displayed. In other words, for a skilled player, even if a game is played on a gaming machine on which a timing gauge is displayed, there is no difference from playing a game on a normal gaming machine on which a timing gauge is not displayed. In addition, since it is difficult for beginners who can't push up to a predetermined pattern by the time the timing gauge is displayed, skilled players have a higher success rate of pushing than beginners who can't push. Get higher. Therefore, it is possible to immerse a skilled player in a sense of superiority, and even to a gaming machine that displays a timing gauge, it is possible to have an experienced player want to play a game. it can.
On the other hand, a beginner who cannot push the game will repeatedly play a game in order to arrange a predetermined symbol, but when the number of games played reaches a predetermined value, a timing gauge is displayed. Therefore, a beginner who cannot push the eyes can use the displayed timing gauge to align predetermined symbols. Therefore, even beginners can enjoy it.
Further, the speed at which the stop index is moved and displayed changes according to the number of games counted by the game number counting means. Therefore, for example, if the configuration is such that the stop indicator movement display speed becomes slower as the counted number of games increases, it is difficult for a player who still has difficulty in aligning predetermined symbols even when using a timing gauge. Even if the game is repeated, the speed at which the stop index is moved and displayed is slowed down, so that predetermined symbols can be arranged.
Further, the number of sliding symbols is determined with reference to a stop control table corresponding to the number of games counted by the game number counting means. Therefore, for example, if the stop control table including a larger number of sliding symbols is referred to as the counted number of games increases, the predetermined symbols are aligned even if the alignment of the predetermined symbols fails. Therefore, by repeatedly playing the game, the number of sliding symbols increases, so that it becomes easy to align predetermined symbols.
In addition, after winning a predetermined internal winning combination, if the number of games played without being able to align the predetermined symbols reaches the upper limit predetermined value, the predetermined symbols are displayed regardless of the timing of the stop operation by the player. It's aligned. Therefore, even if it cannot be pushed, if a predetermined number of games are played after winning a predetermined internal winning combination, a predetermined pattern will be prepared, and the loss of a player who can not be pushed will be suppressed. it can.

In the present embodiment, a case has been described in which the speed of moving and displaying the bar image 203 changes according to the number of games. However, in the present invention, the identification information is variably displayed according to the speed of moving and displaying the stop index. The speed may be changed. In such a configuration, even a beginner can perform a stop operation while looking at the fluctuation display of the identification information, and compared to the case where the stop operation is performed relying solely on the timing gauge, There is a possibility that the improvement speed will be faster.

In this embodiment, a case has been described in which the speed at which the bar image 203 is moved and displayed is gradually reduced according to the number of games. However, in the present invention, the speed at which the stop index is moved and displayed is changed for each number of games. It is also possible to make it. For example, in this game, the speed of the stop index movement display is slow, but in the next game, the speed is high, and in the next game, the speed is slightly slow. You may comprise so that the speed of the movement display of may differ.

In the present embodiment, a case has been described in which the timing for operating the stop unit is notified by displaying the bar image 203h, which is the predetermined bar image 203, below the stop mark image 202. When displaying the bar image below the stop mark image, a specific sound may be output. In the case of such a configuration, it is possible to notify the player of the timing at which the stop means should be operated not only by sight but also by hearing. Therefore, the player may be able to operate the stopping means at a more accurate timing than in the case where notification is made only by vision.

In this embodiment, the case where the bar image 203 is moved and displayed as a stop index has been described. However, in the present invention, an image different from the bar image may be moved and displayed as a stop index.
Specifically, the bar image is fixed without moving, and when an image different from the bar image is moved and displayed from the left end to the right end of the timing gauge, and an image different from the bar image is displayed at the right end of the timing gauge. By operating the stop means, predetermined symbols are prepared.

In the present embodiment, the case where the bar image 203 is moved and displayed as a stop index in the timing gauge provided with seven positions where the bar image 203 is displayed has been described. However, in the present invention, the bar image 203 is displayed in the timing gauge. The number of positions where the provided images are displayed is not particularly limited. For example, the number of positions for displaying images may be one or 100.

In the present embodiment, the case where the bar image 203 is moved and displayed so as to draw a straight path in the timing gauge has been described. However, in the present invention, the stop index may be moved and displayed so as to draw a curved path. . For example, the stop index may be moved and displayed so as to draw a heart trajectory, and an image indicating a predetermined position may be displayed near the trajectory. Moreover, it is good also as changing a track | orbit every time.

Although the case where three timing gauges 201 are displayed has been described in the present embodiment, the number of timing gauges displayed is not particularly limited in the present invention.
For example, one timing gauge is displayed, and first, the timing for operating the stopping means is notified to the rotating reel provided on the left side. After the stop means is operated with respect to the rotating reel provided on the left side, the timing gauge next performs the timing at which the stopping means should be operated with respect to the rotating reel provided in the center. Is notified. Then, after the stop means is operated with respect to the rotating reel provided in the center, the timing gauge is next to operate the stopping means with respect to the rotating reel provided on the right side. Is notified.
Further, for example, when the number of games until a special game is generated after winning an internal winning combination becomes a predetermined value, one timing gauge is displayed. Then, the number of displayed timing gauges is increased according to the counted number of games. In such a configuration, there is a possibility that the progress speed of the player's eye-opening is faster than when the timing gauges are displayed for all the rotating reels from the beginning.
Further, for example, it may be configured to display a number of timing gauges larger than the number of rotating reels and not notify the player which timing gauge corresponds to which rotating reel. With such a configuration, the player stares at the rotating reel in order to determine which timing gauge corresponds to which rotating reel. Therefore, there is a possibility that the progress speed of the player will be faster than in the case of playing a game relying solely on the timing gauge.

In the present embodiment, the case where the present invention is applied to a pachislot gaming apparatus has been described, but the present invention can also be applied to other gaming machines (for example, a pachinko gaming apparatus, a slot machine, etc.).

The embodiment of the present invention has been described above, but only specific examples are illustrated, and the present invention is not particularly limited. The specific configuration of each unit and the like can be appropriately changed in design. The effects described in the embodiments of the present invention are only the most preferable effects resulting from the present invention, and the effects of the present invention are limited to those described in the embodiments of the present invention. is not.

It is a perspective view showing typically an example of a pachislot gaming device according to the present invention. FIG. 2 is an enlarged front view showing the vicinity of a liquid crystal display device included in the pachislot gaming device shown in FIG. 1. It is a front view which shows typically a mode that the timing gauge is displayed on the liquid crystal display device with which the pachislot gaming machine shown in FIG. 1 is provided. (A)-(c) is an enlarged front view which expands and shows the timing gauge shown in FIG. 3 typically. It is a block diagram which shows the internal structure of the pachislot gaming device shown in FIG. FIG. 6 is a block diagram showing a configuration of a sub control circuit shown in FIG. 5. It is a figure which shows a movement display pattern table. It is a figure which shows the example of the symbol arranged on the reel. It is a figure which shows a lottery table. (A)-(d) is a figure which shows a stop control table. It is a flowchart which shows the game execution process performed in a main control circuit. It is a flowchart which shows various setting processes. It is a flowchart which shows a sliding frame number determination process. It is a flowchart which shows the subroutine of the command reception process performed in a subcontrol circuit. It is a flowchart which shows the subroutine of the sound output control process performed in an audio | voice control circuit. It is a flowchart which shows the subroutine of the display control process performed in a display control circuit.

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DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachislot gaming device 2 Case 3 (3L, 3C, 3R) Rotating reel 5 Liquid crystal display device 21 (21L, 21R) Speaker 41 CPU
42 ROM
43 RAM
63 Setting key type switch 82 Sub control circuit 201 (201L, 201C, 201R) Timing gauge 202 (202L, 202C, 202R) Stop mark image 203 (203a, 203b, 203c, 203d, 203e, 203f, 203g, 203h, 203i , 203j, 203k, 203l, 203m, 203n) Bar image 206 Sub CPU
208 Program ROM
210 Work RAM
212 VDP
230 Voice control circuit 232 Sound source IC
234 Audio data ROM
250 Display control circuit

Claims (4)

Image display means capable of displaying an image;
A role determination means for determining an internal winning role;
A variation display means for variably displaying the identification information;
Stop means provided for operation by the player;
Stop control means for stopping the change display of the identification information based on the stop signal from the stop means and the internal winning combination determined by the combination determining means;
Special game generating means for generating a special game when the identification information stopped and displayed by the stop control means is in a predetermined stop display mode;
Game number counting means for counting the number of games until the special game is generated by the special game generating means after winning a predetermined internal winning combination;
When the number of games counted by the game number counting means reaches a predetermined value, the timing at which the stop means should be operated in order to generate the special game is set so that the stop index arrives at a predetermined position. And a timing gauge display means for displaying on the image display means a timing gauge to be notified by moving display in the game machine. 2. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein a speed at which the stop index is moved and displayed changes according to the number of games counted by the game number counting means. Storage means for storing a plurality of stop control tables each having a different number of sliding frames from when the stop signal is detected to when the change display of the identification information is stopped by the stop control means;
A sliding piece number determining means for determining the number of sliding pieces by referring to the stop control table according to the number of games counted by the game number counting means from among the plurality of stop control tables. The gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2. When the number of games counted by the game number counting means reaches an upper limit predetermined value larger than the predetermined value, the stop control means stops the identification information so that a predetermined stop display mode is obtained. The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that:

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