JP2009142605A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine capable of making a player more interested in the play by executing such presentation that a condition for achieving a mission can be easily satisfied during the mission. <P>SOLUTION: When the mission is to generate a ready-to-win state of prescribed symbols, such presentation as to frequently display a prescribed symbol as a left symbol, or to display fixed symbols, or not to display a right symbol is executed. When the mission is to execute advance notice presentation in which prescribed stages are set, the advance notice presentation in the first stage is executed to make the player recognize that the mission can be easily achieved. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2009,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention includes a variable display device that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified based on the start condition being satisfied after the start condition is satisfied, and the variable display device includes a plurality of display results. The present invention relates to a gaming machine in which identification information is stopped and displayed, and after a combination of the stopped and displayed identification information results in a predetermined specific display result, the gaming machine is controlled to a specific gaming state advantageous to a player.

  As a gaming machine, a game ball, which is a game medium, is launched into a game area by a launching device, and when a game ball wins a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out to the player. There is something to be done. Further, a variable display unit capable of variably displaying the identification information (also referred to as “fluctuation”) is provided, and when the display result of the variable display of the identification information in the variable display unit becomes a specific display result, the gaming state (game) The state of the machine, more specifically, the state in which the gaming machine is controlled.) Is configured to give a predetermined game value to the player.

  The game value is the right that the state of the variable winning ball apparatus provided in the gaming area of the gaming machine becomes advantageous for a player who is easy to win, and the right for becoming advantageous for a player. In other words, or a condition for winning a prize ball is easily established.

  In a pachinko machine, a specific display mode determined in advance is derived and displayed as a display result of variable display of special symbols (identification information) that is started in the variable display unit based on the winning of a game ball at the start winning opening. If this happens, a “big hit” will occur. Note that the derivation display is to stop and display a symbol (excluding so-called stop before re-variation). When a big hit occurs, for example, the big winning opening is opened a predetermined number of times, and the game shifts to a big hit gaming state in which a 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. And the number of times of opening the special winning opening is fixed to a predetermined number (for example, 15 rounds). An opening time (for example, 29 seconds) is determined for each opening, and even if the number of winnings does not reach a predetermined number, the big winning opening is closed when the opening time elapses. Hereinafter, the opening period of each special winning opening may be called a round.

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

  In addition, a condition (mission) is presented to the gaming machine during the variable display of the identification information, and when the condition is satisfied within a predetermined period, the state shifts to a state that is highly reliable and advantageous for the player. Some are configured.

  Patent Document 1 describes a gaming machine that presents on condition that a predetermined stop symbol is displayed and changes the arrangement of identification information so that the condition can be easily satisfied within a predetermined period.

JP 2007-229389 A (paragraphs 0031-0032)

  The gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 is configured to change the arrangement of identification information so as to easily satisfy the presented conditions in order to further improve the game performance by reach production. However, since the reach effect is determined using only one type of random number, a random number value must be assigned to all of the various reach effects. Therefore, even when it is desired to make the appearance rate of a certain reach effect very low, a random value must be assigned to the reach effect, which limits the setting of the appearance rate.

  In view of the above, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine in which the restriction on the setting of the appearance rate of reach effects is relaxed and the game performance is further improved.

  Based on the fact that the start condition is satisfied after the start condition is satisfied (for example, winning in the first start winning port 13 or the second finger introduction award port 14), a plurality of types of identification information (for example, production symbols) that can be identified by each As a display result (for example, a stop symbol), each of which stops a plurality of pieces of identification information as a display result (for example, a stop symbol). A game that is controlled and controlled to a specific gaming state (for example, a jackpot gaming state) advantageous to the player after a combination of the stopped and displayed identification information results in a predetermined specific display result (for example, a jackpot symbol). A pre-determining means (for example, a game controlling microcomputer) that determines whether or not to control to a specific gaming state before the display result of the identification information is derived and displayed. 560) and the determination that the game state is not controlled by the predetermining means (for example, N in step S91), the variable display state of the identification information is set to a predetermined reach. Reach determination means for determining whether or not to enter a state (for example, a part for executing the processing of step S98 in the game control microcomputer 560) and at least one of the determination result of the prior determination means or the determination result of the reach determination means Based on the variation pattern type determining means for determining the variation pattern type of the identification information as one of a plurality of types based on the table set in the processing of steps S92, S100A, and S100B in the game control microcomputer 560, for example. To execute the process of step S101B And variation pattern determination means for determining the variation pattern of the identification information from the variation patterns included in the variation pattern type determined by the variation pattern type determination means (for example, the processing of steps S101C to S101E in the game control microcomputer 560) Corresponding to the determination result of the variation pattern determination means, and the effect execution means for executing the effect operation including the variable display of the identification information during the variable display of the identification information (for example, the effect control microcomputer) 100 is a part that executes the processing of steps S835B, S835C, S847B, and S847C based on the variation pattern command transmitted from the gaming control microcomputer 560), and a specific display result as a condition for controlling to a specific gaming state. Different conditions (for example, given To generate a game state) is presented to the player over a plurality of variable displays of identification information (for example, the process of step S820F is executed), and it is determined to control to a specific game state by a predetermining means. In such a case (for example, Y in step S823A), special effect execution means (for example, in the effect control microcomputer 100) that executes a condition satisfaction effect (for example, the effects shown in FIGS. 88 to 91) that satisfies the condition is satisfied. Steps S915B and S862B are executed), and the special effect executing means achieves the display even when the achievement probability of the presented condition is not increased (for example, N in step S823A). A semi-satisfaction effect (for example, the effect shown in FIGS. 86 and 87) as if the probability has increased is executed (for example, the effect control microcode). Computer 100, based on a process table selected in the processing in step S823L, step S835B, S835C, S847B, executes the process of S847C) be characterized.

  Corresponding to the determination that the reach state is set to the reach state by the reach determination unit (for example, Y in step S99), the variation pattern type determination unit is one of a plurality of types of change pattern types corresponding to the reach state. (For example, the game control microcomputer 560 executes the process of step S101B with reference to the reach variation pattern type determination table set in step S100A), and the reach determination unit determines not to reach the reach state. In response to the occurrence of a change (N in step S99), a plurality of types of fluctuations including a fluctuation pattern type for executing a specific effect (for example, “slip”, “pseudo-run”, etc.) during variable display of identification information Pattern type (for example, non-reach CA1-1, CA1-2, CA1-3, CA1-4 variation pattern type, etc.) (For example, the game control microcomputer 560 executes the process of step S101B with reference to the reach variation pattern type determination table set in step S100B), and the variation pattern determination means is a reach determination means. In response to the determination that the reach state is established by the change pattern type, the change pattern of the identification information is changed to a plurality of types of reach change patterns (for example, normal PA2) included in the change pattern type determined by the change pattern type determining unit. -1 to PA2-4, super PA3-1 to PA3-8, PB3-1 to PB3-5, variation patterns of PC3-1 to PC3-4, etc.) (for example, a game control microcomputer) 560 is a variation pattern determination table corresponding to the variation pattern type set in S101C. A change pattern is determined using the bull), a determination that the reach state is not set is made by the reach determination means (for example, N in step S99), and a change that executes a specific effect by the change pattern type determination means Corresponding to the determination of the pattern type, the variation pattern of the identification information is selected from one of a plurality of types of non-reach variation patterns for executing a specific effect (for example, non-reach PB1-1, non-reach PB1- 2, the variation pattern of the non-reach PC 1-1, non-reach PC 1-2, etc. (for example, the game control microcomputer 560 varies using the variation pattern determination table corresponding to the variation pattern type set in S 101 C). The pattern may be determined).

  When the presented condition is to display and display a predetermined combination of identification information (for example, Y in step S822B), the special effect executing means has a higher proportion than the case where the condition is not presented. A quasi-satisfying effect (for example, the effect shown in FIG. 86) for stopping and displaying so that at least one or more of the identification information corresponds to a predetermined combination is executed (for example, the effect control microcomputer 100 uses mission 1). The processing of steps S823F and S853 may be executed with reference to the table for use).

  When the presented condition is that the presented condition is to derive and display a predetermined combination of identification information (for example, Y in step S822B), a part of the plurality of pieces of identification information becomes a predetermined combination. Corresponding production (for example, production shown in FIG. 87) is executed (for example, for production control) in which the identification information is stopped and displayed without being variably displayed so as to correspond, and identification information other than the identification information is displayed after being variably displayed. The microcomputer 100 may be configured to execute the processes of steps S835B, S835C, S847B, and S847C based on the process table selected in the processes of steps S823H and S853 and the process of S823L.

  When the presented condition is to display and display a predetermined combination of identification information (for example, Y in step S822B), the special effect execution means reduces the number of identification information to be variably displayed (for example, FIG. (For example, the production control microcomputer 100 executes the processes of steps S835B, S835C, S847B, and S847C based on the process table selected in the process of S823N). Also good.

  The special effect execution means executes when the presented condition is to execute a predetermined stepwise effect whose order is determined during one variable display of the identification information (for example, Y in step S761B). As the semi-satisfaction effect (for example, the effects shown in FIGS. 89 to 91), the first stage effect is selected and executed at a higher rate than the case where the condition is not presented. (For example, the production control microcomputer 100 executes the advance notice determined in step S767 based on the table selected in steps S764A and S764B (see FIGS. 67A and 67B)). It may be.

  The special effect executing means, when the presented condition is to execute a predetermined reach effect among a plurality of reach effects (for example, Y in step S822C), the semi-satisfaction effect (for example, in FIGS. 92 and 93) As the effect shown, a reach effect selected from a plurality of reach effects (for example, “dream dream reach”, “Nana Reach”, etc.) is executed (for example, the process table selected by the effect control microcomputer 100 in the process of step S822F). Based on the above, the processing of steps S835B, S835C, S847B, and S847C may be executed).

  The special effect execution means notifies the player of the degree of difficulty in satisfying the presented condition (for example, the effect control microcomputer 100 executes the process of step S820G, and the effect display device 9 shows the effect display device 9 in FIG. 94 (b). Display screen).

  The special effect execution means presents the period in which the condition should be satisfied together with the condition (for example, “remaining 3 minutes” shown in FIG. 86 (b)), and at a higher rate than the period from the start of the period to the predetermined timing. A quasi-satisfying effect (for example, the effects shown in FIGS. 95 and 96) is executed between the predetermined timing and the end of the period (for example, the period Y in step S823D) (for example, the effect control microcomputer 100). However, the stop symbol determined by the process of step S823F may be displayed on the effect display device 9 by the process of step S853).

  The effect execution means can identify each based on the fact that the variable display start condition is satisfied after the start condition is satisfied (for example, winning in the first start winning opening 13 or the second finger introduction winning opening 14). Execute variable display of the identification information of the type, and based on the determination by the pre-determining means, temporarily display the identification information that becomes a non-specific display result from the start of variable display of the identification information until the display result is derived and displayed. It is predetermined including a re-variable display pattern (for example, non-reach PD1-1, non-reach PD1-2, etc.) for performing re-variation for re-execution of variable display for all identification information after stopping once or a plurality of times. Variable display pattern determining means for determining one variable display pattern from the variable display patterns of the plurality of types of identification information (for example, a game control microcomputer 560) The variable display control means for executing variable display of the identification information based on the variable display pattern determined by the variable display pattern determination means (for example, the effect control microcomputer 100 plays the game). A portion for executing the processing of steps S835B, S835C, S847B, and S847C based on the fluctuation pattern command transmitted from the control microcomputer 560) and the number of start conditions that have been satisfied and the start conditions that have not yet been satisfied On-hold storage means (for example, a storage area in the RAM 55) that stores the number up to a predetermined number, and on-hold display means (for example, the production control microcomputer 100) that performs on-hold display for the number of reservations stored in the on-hold storage means. In steps S904, S911, S916 A portion for executing the processes of S923 and S931), and a hold display control means for controlling the display mode of the hold display in the hold display means (for example, a portion for executing the processes of steps S843C and S856 in the production control microcomputer 100). The hold display control means includes a first display mode control means (for example, a step in the production control microcomputer 100) that causes the hold display means to display the hold display in the first display mode (for example, a normal size display). In response to the start of re-variation after the temporary stop in the variable display of the identification information (for example, Y in step S843B), the display mode of any one hold display is the first display. This is a display mode in which the size of the hold display is smaller than the size of the hold display in the first display mode. After changing to the second display mode (for example, display of a size reduced from the normal size) (for example, after the production control microcomputer 100 executes the process of step S843C), the first display mode is returned to the first display mode. 2 display mode control means (for example, the part that executes the processing of steps S843C and S856 in the production control microcomputer 100) may be included.

  According to the first aspect of the present invention, the variable display device includes a variable display device that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information each identifiable based on the start condition being satisfied after the start condition is satisfied. As a result, a plurality of identification information is stopped and displayed, and the combination of the stopped and displayed identification information results in a predetermined specific display result. Whether or not to control the gaming state is determined based on the prior determination means that determines before the display result of the identification information is derived and displayed, and the determination that the predetermined determination state is not controlled by the prior determination means, Reach determination means for determining whether or not the variable display state of the identification information is set to a predetermined reach state, and a determination result of the pre-determination means Based on at least one of them, the variation pattern type determining means for determining the variation pattern type of the identification information as one of a plurality of types and the variation pattern included in the variation pattern type determined by the variation pattern type determining means are identified. A variation pattern determining means for determining a variation pattern of information, and an effect executing means for executing a rendering operation including a variable display of the identification information during variable display of the identification information in response to a determination result of the variation pattern determining means; When it is determined that a condition different from the specific display result is presented to the player over a plurality of variable displays of the identification information as a condition for controlling to the specific gaming state and controlled to the specific gaming state by the predetermining means A special effect execution means for executing a condition satisfaction effect that is an effect that satisfies the conditions, and the special effect execution means Even if you are not growing formation probability, it is configured to perform a quasi-sufficiency production, such as if it had increased the probability of achieving on the display. By executing the quasi-satisfaction effect, the player can have a sense of expectation that the conditions presented to the player are satisfied, and the player's gaming interests can be improved. In addition, as a variation pattern type, for example, a large frame such as a type of reach effect is determined, and a variation pattern (for example, a stop display mode of identification information, a slip, etc.) is determined based on the determination. , Assign random numbers to all of a wide variety of variation patterns, and limit the setting of the appearance rate of variation patterns and reach production rather than the case where the variation pattern is determined using only one type of random number. Can be relaxed.

  In the invention according to claim 2, in response to the fact that the change pattern type determining means determines that the reach state is set to the reach state, any one of a plurality of types of change pattern types corresponding to the reach state is selected. In response to the determination that the reach state is determined not to reach the reach state, any one of a plurality of variation pattern types including a variation pattern type that executes a specific effect during variable display of the identification information. In response to the fact that the reach determination means determines that the change pattern determination means has reached the reach state, the change pattern type of the identification information is changed to the change pattern type determined by the change pattern type determination means. Is determined to be one of the multiple types of reach variation patterns included in the And the variation pattern type of the identification information corresponding to the variation pattern type for executing the specific effect is determined by the variation pattern type determining means. Since it is configured so as to be determined as one of the variation patterns, the restriction on the setting of the appearance rate of the reach effect is relaxed, and the player's gaming interest can be improved.

  In the invention according to claim 3, when the presented condition is that the presented condition is to display and display a predetermined combination of identification information, the special effect executing means has a higher ratio than the case where the given condition is not presented. Since it is configured to execute a semi-satisfaction effect in which at least one or more of the identification information is stopped and displayed so as to correspond to a predetermined combination, the expectation that the condition presented to the player is satisfied Can be held. In particular, by executing a semi-satisfaction effect in which the identification information that is initially stopped and displayed is stopped and displayed so as to correspond to a predetermined combination, the player can be expected to see the result of the subsequent stop display of the identification information. Interest can be improved.

  In the invention according to claim 4, when the presented condition is that the presented condition is to display and display a predetermined combination of identification information, a part of the plurality of identification information is converted into the predetermined combination. Part of the presented conditions because it is configured to perform a semi-satisfaction effect in which the identification information is stopped and displayed without being variably displayed and the identification information other than the identification information is variably displayed after the variable display. The identification information is stopped and displayed so as to satisfy the condition, and the player can easily recognize whether or not the condition is satisfied. Specifically, for example, by executing a semi-satisfaction effect in which one of the three pieces of identification information is stopped and displayed so as to correspond to the predetermined combination, the remaining two pieces of identification information are changed to the predetermined combination. If the display is stopped so as to correspond, the condition is satisfied, so that the player recognizes that the condition is easier to satisfy than when the three identification information is stopped and displayed so as to correspond to a predetermined combination and the condition is satisfied. be able to.

  In the invention described in claim 5, the special effect execution means executes the semi-satisfaction effect to reduce the number of identification information to be variably displayed when the presented condition is to display and display a predetermined combination of identification information. Therefore, the player can be made to recognize so that the presented condition can be easily satisfied. Specifically, for example, by executing a semi-satisfaction effect in which the number of identification information to be variably displayed is reduced from three to two, the two identification information can be stopped and displayed so as to correspond to a predetermined combination. Therefore, it is possible to make the player recognize that the condition is more easily satisfied than when the three pieces of identification information are stopped and displayed so as to correspond to a predetermined combination to satisfy the condition.

  In the invention described in claim 6, the special effect executing means executes when the presented condition is to execute a predetermined stepwise effect in which the order is determined during one variable display of the identification information. As the semi-satisfaction effect, the first stage effect is selected and executed at a higher rate than the case where the condition is not presented, so that it is presented to the player. It is possible to have a sense of expectation to meet the specified conditions. Specifically, for example, the first stage of the predetermined staged effects is executed at a high rate, and it is possible to give a sense of expectation that all the predetermined staged effects are executed. .

  In the invention according to claim 7, when the presented condition is to execute a predetermined reach effect among the plurality of reach effects, the special effect executing means is selected from the plurality of reach effects as the semi-satisfaction effect. Since it is comprised so that reach production may be performed, the expectation of satisfy | filling the conditions shown to the player can be given. Specifically, reach options for satisfying the conditions are always included in the options for reach effects, and a sense of expectation for satisfying the conditions presented to the player can be given.

  In the eighth aspect of the invention, the special effect execution means is configured to notify the player of the degree of difficulty in satisfying the presented condition, and therefore has a sense of expectation that the condition presented to the player is satisfied. You can make it.

  In the invention according to claim 9, the special effect execution means presents a period in which the condition should be satisfied together with the condition, and ends the period from the predetermined timing at a higher rate than between the start of the period and the predetermined timing. Since it is configured to execute the semi-satisfaction effect until the time, it is possible to have a higher expectation that the condition presented to the player is satisfied at the end of the period.

  In the invention according to claim 10, the effect execution means executes variable display of a plurality of types of identification information that can identify each based on the fact that the variable display start condition is satisfied after the start condition is satisfied, Based on the determination by the determining means, after the variable information display is started and the display result is derived and displayed, the identification information that is the non-specific display result is temporarily stopped and then the variable information is displayed for all the identification information. Variable display pattern determining means for determining one variable display pattern from a plurality of predetermined variable display patterns of identification information including a revariable display pattern for performing re-variation performed once or a plurality of times; Based on the variable display pattern determined by the variable display pattern determining means, variable display control means for performing variable display of identification information, and the number of start conditions established In the hold storage means for storing the number of holds for which the start condition has not yet been established up to a predetermined number, the hold display means for performing the hold display for the number of holds stored in the hold storage means, and the hold display means Hold display control means for controlling the display mode of the hold display, the hold display control means for displaying the hold display on the hold display means in the first display form, and in the variable display of the identification information Corresponding to the start of re-variation after a temporary stop, the display mode of any one hold display is a display mode in which the size of the hold display is smaller than the size of the hold display in the first display mode from the first display mode. And a second display mode control means for returning to the first display mode after changing to a certain second display mode, so that it is difficult for the player to recognize the re-change after the temporary stop. Door can be.

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

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

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

  An effect display device 9 composed of a liquid crystal display device (LCD) is provided near the center of the game area 7. The display screen of the effect display device 9 includes an effect symbol display area 91 (see FIG. 43) for performing variable display of the effect symbols synchronized with the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. Therefore, the effect display device 9 corresponds to a variable display device that performs variable display of effect symbols. The effect display device 9 is controlled by an effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board. When the first special symbol display 8a is executing variable display of the first special symbol, the effect control microcomputer causes the effect display device 9 to execute the effect display along with the variable display, and the second special symbol display 8a executes the second special display. When the variable display of the second special symbol is executed on the symbol display 8b, the effect display is executed by the effect display device 9 along with the variable display, so that the progress of the game can be easily grasped. .

  On the left side of the lower part of the game board 6, there is provided a first special symbol display (first variable display means) 8a that variably displays a first special symbol as identification information. In this embodiment, the first special symbol display 8a is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying the numbers “1” to “9” and the symbol “−”. ing. That is, the first special symbol display 8a is configured to variably display the numbers “1” to “9” and the symbol “−”. On the lower right side of the game board 6, a second special symbol display (second variable display means) 8b for variably displaying the second special symbol as identification information is provided. The second special symbol display 8b is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying the numbers “1” to “9” and the symbol “−”. That is, the second special symbol display 8b is configured to variably display the numbers “1” to “9” and the symbol “−”.

  The small display is formed in a square shape, for example. In this embodiment, the type of the first special symbol and the type of the second special symbol are the same (for example, both the numbers “1” to “9” and the symbol “−”). May be different. The first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol display 8b may be configured to variably display, for example, a number (or a two-digit symbol) of 00 to 99, for example. Moreover, the 1st special symbol display 8a and the 2nd special symbol display 8b may each be comprised by the combination of single color LED and 7 segment LED, for example.

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

  For the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the first start condition which is the execution condition of the variable display of the first special symbol or the second start condition which is the execution condition of the variable display of the second special symbol is established. After the game ball has won the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14, for example, a variable display start condition (for example, when the number of reserved memories is not 0 and the first special symbol is used) And a state in which the variable display of the second special symbol is not executed and a state where the big hit game is not executed) is established, and when the variable display time elapses, the display result (stop symbol) Is derived and displayed.

  In this embodiment, winning means that a game ball has entered a predetermined area such as a winning opening. Deriving and displaying the display result is to stop and display a symbol (an example of identification information) (excluding a temporary stop before so-called re-variation). In this embodiment, the symbol may be temporarily stopped a plurality of times after the symbol variable display is started until the symbol display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed.

  In this embodiment, the variable display start condition is established by giving priority to the winning at the second starting winning port 14 out of the winning at the first starting winning port 13 and the winning at the second starting winning port 14. I try to let them. For example, when giving priority to winning in the second start winning opening 14, the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is not executed, and the big hit game is not executed. For example, even when the first reserved memory number is not zero, the variable display of the second special symbol is continuously executed until the second reserved memory number becomes zero. Note that the variable display start condition may be established by giving priority to winning in the first start winning opening 13. In addition, the variable display start condition may be established in the order in which the start winnings are generated regardless of the winning at the first starting winning port 13 and the winning at the second starting winning port 14.

  In the vicinity of the first special symbol display 8a, during the variable display time of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display 8a, the variable display of the first decorative symbol as a decorative (design) symbol is performed. A first decorative symbol display 9a is provided. In this embodiment, the first decorative symbol display 9a is composed of two LEDs. The first decorative symbol display 9a is controlled by an effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board. In addition, in the vicinity of the second special symbol display 8b, during the variable display time of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display 8b, the variable display of the second decorative symbol as a symbol for decoration (for production) is performed. A second decorative symbol display 9b is provided. The second decorative symbol display 9b is composed of two LEDs. The second decorative symbol display 9b is controlled by an effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board.

  The first decorative symbol and the second decorative symbol may be collectively referred to as a decorative symbol, and the first decorative symbol display 9a and the second decorative symbol display 9b may be collectively referred to as a decorative symbol display. .

  The first decorative symbol display 9a and the second decorative symbol display 9b may not be provided.

  The variation of the decorative pattern (variable display) is realized by continuing the state where the two LEDs are alternately lit. The variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the variable display of the first decorative symbol on the first decorative symbol display 9a are synchronized. The variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b is synchronized with the variable display of the second decorative symbol on the second decorative symbol display 9b. Synchronous means that the start time and end time of variable display are the same and the period of variable display is the same. In addition, when the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, the LED on the side that recalls the big hit on the first decorative symbol display 9a remains lit. When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the LED on the side that recalls the jackpot on the second decorative symbol display 9b remains lit.

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

  A variable winning ball device 15 having a second starting winning port 14 through which a game ball can be won is provided below a winning device having a first starting winning port (first starting port) 13. The game ball that has won the second start winning opening (second start opening) 14 is guided to the back of the game board 6 and detected by the second start opening switch 14a. The variable winning ball device 15 is opened by the solenoid 16 when a predetermined condition is satisfied. In this embodiment, as will be described later, when the variable symbol display result of normal symbols is a hit, the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is kept open for a predetermined time. In this embodiment, when the gaming state is the probability variation state (probability variation state) or the short time state (time shortening state), the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the open state for a long time compared to the normal state. Is done. When the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state, the game ball can be awarded to the second starting winning port 14 (it is easier to start winning), which is advantageous for the player. In the state where the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state, it is easier for the game ball to win the second starting winning port 14 than the first starting winning port 13. Further, in a state where the variable winning ball device 15 is in the closed state, the game ball does not win the second start winning opening 14. In the state where the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the closed state, it may be configured that the winning is possible (that is, it is difficult for the gaming ball to win) although it is difficult to win a prize.

  Hereinafter, the first start winning opening 13 and the second start winning opening 14 may be collectively referred to as a start winning opening or a starting opening.

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

  On the side of the first decorative symbol display 9a, the number of effective winning balls that have entered the first start winning opening 13, that is, the first reserved memory number (the reserved memory is also referred to as the start memory or the start prize memory) is displayed. A first special symbol storage memory display 18a comprising four displays is provided. The first special symbol storage memory indicator 18a increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 each time there is an effective start winning. Then, each time the variable display on the first special symbol display 8a is started, the number of indicators to be turned on is reduced by one.

  On the side of the second decorative symbol display 9b is a second special symbol reserved memory display 18b comprising four indicators for displaying the number of effective winning balls that have entered the second start winning opening 14, that is, the second reserved memory number. Is provided. The second special symbol storage memory display 18b increases the number of indicators that are turned on by one every time there is an effective start winning. Then, every time the variable display on the second special symbol display 8b is started, the number of indicators to be turned on is reduced by one.

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

  Although not shown in FIG. 1, the display screen of the effect display device 9 conceals the short-time state after the big hit or the latent probability change state described later (the fact that it has been changed to the probability change state despite being changed to the probability change state). Area for displaying the number of times (execution count) that the derivation display of the stop symbol (display result) of the effect symbol and the temporary stop display of the temporary stop symbol of the effect symbol have been performed since the transition to the game state) , A number display area 92. See FIG.

  Although not shown in FIG. 1, the display screen of the effect display device 9 displays a total number (total number of reserved storage) that is the sum of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number (the total reserved memory number). Hereinafter, it is referred to as a summed hold storage display area 93). Since the total pending storage display area 93 for displaying the total number is provided, it is possible to easily grasp the total number of execution conditions that are not satisfied with the variable display start condition. Since the total reserved memory display area 93 is provided, the first special symbol reserved memory display 18a and the second special symbol reserved memory display 18b may not be provided.

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

  Further, as shown in FIG. 1, a special variable winning ball device 20 is provided below the variable winning ball device 15. The special variable winning ball apparatus 20 includes an opening / closing plate, and when the specific display result (big hit symbol) is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, and the specific display result (big hit symbol) on the second special symbol display 8b. When the open / close plate is controlled to be open by the solenoid 21 in the specific game state (big hit game state) that occurs when the symbol is derived and displayed, the big winning opening serving as the winning area is opened. The game ball that has won the big winning opening is detected by the count switch 23.

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

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

  When the game ball passes through the gate 32 and is detected by the gate switch 32a, the variable display of the normal symbol display 10 is started. In this embodiment, variable display is performed by alternately lighting the upper and lower lamps (the symbols can be visually recognized when turned on). For example, if the lower lamp is turned on at the end of the variable display, it is a hit. . When the stop symbol on the normal symbol display 10 is a predetermined symbol (winning symbol) (when a predetermined condition is satisfied), the variable winning ball device 15 is opened for a predetermined number of times. In other words, the state of the variable winning ball device 15 is a state that is advantageous from a disadvantageous state for the player when the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a winning symbol (a state in which a game ball can be awarded to the second start winning port 14). To change. In addition, it is not limited to the case where the variable symbol display result is a win, for example, it is determined that a predetermined condition is established based on the fact that the game ball has passed the gate 32, and the variable winning ball device 15 is opened. You may make it control to. In this case, for example, when the game ball passes through the gate 32, the variable winning ball device 15 may be immediately controlled to be in an open state without performing variable display of the normal symbol. In addition, for example, when a game ball passes through the gate 32, the variable symbol of the normal symbol is variably displayed, but the variable winning ball device 15 is unconditionally set without determining whether or not the variable symbol display result is a hit. You may make it control to an open state. In this case, an area for storing a hit flag indicating a normal symbol hit becomes unnecessary, and the RAM capacity can be reduced.

  In the vicinity of the normal symbol display 10, a normal symbol holding storage display 41 having a display unit with four LEDs for displaying the number of winning balls that have passed through the gate 32 is provided. Each time there is a game ball passing through the gate 32, that is, every time a game ball is detected by the gate switch 32a, the normal symbol storage memory display 41 increases the number of LEDs to be turned on by one. Then, every time variable display on the normal symbol display 10 is started, the number of LEDs to be lit is reduced by one.

  Further, in the probability variation state where the probability of being determined to be a big hit is higher than in the normal state and the short time state, the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a hit symbol is increased, and the normal symbol The variable display time is shortened, and the opening time and opening frequency of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are increased. Also, in the short-time state (the gaming state in which the special symbol variable display time is shortened), the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased, and the variable symbol variable display time is shortened, The opening time and opening times of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are increased. The state in which the opening period of the variable winning ball device 15 is extended as compared with the normal state means a state in which the opening time and the number of opening times of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased. It is not necessary to increase both the opening time and the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 in the probability changing state or the short time state. May be increased.

  In this embodiment, the probability variation state and the time reduction state are controlled in the same manner except that the probability that the stop symbol of the special symbol becomes a big hit symbol in the probability variation state is higher than that in the normal state and the time reduction state. In other words, in both the probabilistic state and the short-time state, the variable symbol display time is shortened, the probability of hitting the regular symbol variable display result is increased, the variable symbol variable display time is shortened, and variable. The open extension of the winning ball apparatus 15 is performed. As described above, in this embodiment, since the variable symbol variable display time is shortened even in the probability variation state, the probability variation state in this embodiment may be referred to as a probability variation time short state. In addition, you may make it perform different control by a probability change state and a time-short state. For example, the special symbol variable display time may be shortened only when the time is short.

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

  An operation button 120 is provided on the upper surface of the hitting ball supply tray (upper plate) 3 for the player to operate during the game.

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

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

  Next, the type of jackpot will be described.

  When the special symbol stop symbol becomes a probability variation symbol (excluding a sudden probability variation symbol described later) of the jackpot symbol, it shifts to a jackpot gaming state (hereinafter referred to as probability variation jackpot). In other words, the special variable prize-winning device 20 is opened until a certain time (for example, 29.5 seconds) elapses or until a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls wins the big prize opening. It should be noted that one round in the big hit gaming state is a period from when the special variable winning device 20 is opened until a predetermined period elapses or until a predetermined number (for example, ten) of hitting balls wins a big winning opening. In this embodiment, when the stop symbol is changed to a probability change symbol (excluding a sudden probability variation symbol described later), the jackpot gaming state is continued for 7 rounds or 15 rounds. .

  Further, when the stop symbol of the special symbol becomes a non-probable variation symbol of the big hit symbol, the game shifts to a big hit gaming state (hereinafter referred to as a non-probable variable big hit or a normal big hit). In other words, the special variable prize-winning device 20 is opened until a certain time (for example, 29.5 seconds) elapses or until a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls wins the big prize opening. In this embodiment, the big hit gaming state is continued for 15 rounds even when the big winning gaming state is shifted to based on the fact that the stopped symbol has become an uncertain variable symbol.

  In addition, when the special symbol stop symbol becomes a special probability variation symbol (hereinafter referred to as a sudden probability variation symbol), a special jackpot gaming state (hereinafter referred to as “sudden”) that causes the player to recognize that the gaming state has suddenly shifted to the certain probability variation state. It is called probable big hit.) In the sudden probability change big hit, the special variable winning device 20 is opened twice only for a short period (for example, 5 seconds). In the sudden probability change big hit, the special variable winning device 20 is opened until it is closed for one round, and the game state of the sudden probability change big hit is continued for two rounds. When a sudden odd bonus game occurs, unlike in the case of a 15 round bonus game, the production of each round is not progressed in turn in the production display device 9, but the game state suddenly shifts to the probable game state. A special performance is performed to show the person.

  Next, game state transition will be described.

(1) When the game is in the normal state or in the time-short state, the winning game is a big hit with a probability variation symbol (excluding the sudden probability variation symbol), and when the big hit game ends, the gaming state is shifted from the normal state or the short-time state to the probability variation state. As a result, the probability that the special symbol and the normal symbol stop symbol become a winning symbol is increased, the variation time of the special symbol and the normal symbol is shortened, and the opening time and the number of times of opening in the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are also increased. In addition, the background of the display screen of the effect display device 9 (either one or both of the background image and the background color) is changed to a background indicating that the probability change state is being established.

(2) In the probability variation state, the probability variation symbol (excluding sudden probability variation symbol) is a big hit, and when the big hit game ends, the probability variation state is maintained without change. As a result, the probability that the stop symbol of the special symbol and the normal symbol becomes a winning symbol is continuously increased, the variation time of the special symbol and the normal symbol is shortened, and the opening time and the number of times of opening in the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are also increased. It is done. Further, the background of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is changed to a background indicating that the certain change state is being established.

(3) In the normal state or in the short-time state, a big win is suddenly made with the probability variation symbol, and when the big-hit game is finished, the gaming state is shifted from the normal state or the short-time state to the probable state. As a result, the probability that the special symbol and the normal symbol stop symbol become a winning symbol is increased, the variation time of the special symbol and the normal symbol is shortened, and the opening time and the number of times of opening in the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are also increased.

(4) When the probability change state suddenly becomes a big hit with a probability change symbol, and when the big hit game ends, the probability change state is maintained without changing. As a result, the probability that the stop symbol of the special symbol and the normal symbol becomes a winning symbol is continuously increased, the variation time of the special symbol and the normal symbol is shortened, and the opening time and the number of times of opening in the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are also increased. It is done.

(5) A big hit is made with an uncertain variable in the normal state or the time-saving state, and when the big-hit game ends, the time-short state is controlled by a predetermined number of fluctuations (for example, 100 times) after the big hit. That is, when the gaming state is the normal state, the normal state is shifted to the short-time state by a predetermined number of fluctuations, and when the gaming state is the short-time state, the short-time state is continued for a predetermined number of fluctuations. At this time, the variation time of the special symbol and the normal symbol is shortened, and the opening time and the number of times of opening in the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are also increased. In addition, the background of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is changed to a background indicating that the time is being reduced. Then, when the fluctuation of the predetermined number of fluctuations is started, the gaming state is shifted from the short time state to the normal state. At this time, the background of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is changed to a background indicating that it is in a normal state.

(6) A big hit is made with a non-probability variable symbol in the probability changing state, and when the big hit game is ended, the time is controlled to be reduced by a predetermined number of fluctuations (for example, 100 times) after the big hit. In other words, the state is shifted from the probability variation state to the short time state by a predetermined number of times of variation. At this time, the variation time of the special symbol and the normal symbol is shortened, and the opening time and the number of times of opening in the variable winning ball apparatus 15 are also increased. In addition, the background of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is changed to a background indicating that the time is being reduced. Then, when the fluctuation of the predetermined number of fluctuations is started, the gaming state is shifted from the short time state to the normal state. At this time, the background of the display screen of the effect display device 9 is changed to a background indicating that it is in a normal state.

  Note that the gaming state transition as described above is merely an example, and the present invention is not limited to such a configuration.

  In this embodiment, the short-time state is normally controlled to the short-time state by a predetermined number of fluctuations (for example, 100 times) after the end of the big hit game. After that, the effect control that makes the time-short state appear to be extended by the remaining number of fluctuations is executed. Thus, the gaming state in which the effect control that makes it appear that the time-short state is extended is referred to as a time-shortened extended state. By pretending that the short-time state has been extended, it is possible to have an expectation whether or not the short-time state will be extended at the end of the short-time state, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

  Next, the display of the effect symbols (variable display, stop display, temporary stop display), stop symbols and the like in the effect display device 9 will be described.

  In the effect symbol display area of the effect display device 9, variable display of effect symbols is performed in response to variable display of special symbols by the first special symbol display 8a and the second special symbol display 8b. That is, in the effect symbol display area of the effect display device 9, “left”, “middle”, and “right” in the effect symbol display area based on the fact that either the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied. In each of the effect symbol display areas, the variation of the effect symbol is started, and for example, a fixed effect symbol that is a variable display result of the effect symbol in a predetermined order such as “left” → “right” → “medium” is stopped and displayed (derived display). To do. The procedure for stopping and displaying the confirmed effect symbol is not limited to the procedure for stopping and displaying the effect symbol in a predetermined order in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” effect symbol display areas. In each of the “middle” and “right” effect symbol display areas, there may be included one that stops and displays the effect symbol that becomes the confirmed effect symbol at the same time.

  In the present embodiment, as will be described later, the variation of the effect symbol is started in each of the effect symbol display areas “left” and “middle” in the effect symbol display area of the effect display device 9, for example, “left”. → There is a case where a definite effect symbol which is a variable display result of the effect symbol is stopped and displayed (derived display) in a predetermined order such as “medium”.

  In the period from the start of the variable display of the production symbol to the end of the variable display due to the stop display of the confirmed production symbol in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” production symbol display areas, the variable display of the production symbol The state may become a predetermined reach state. Here, the reach state refers to an effect symbol that is not yet stopped when the effect symbol stopped and displayed on the effect display device 9 constitutes a part of the jackpot combination (also referred to as “reach variation symbol”). Is a display state in which the variation continues, or a display state in which all or part of the design symbols change synchronously while constituting all or part of the jackpot combination. Specifically, a part of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” effect symbol display areas (for example, “left” and “right” effect symbol display areas) constitutes a predetermined jackpot combination. In the remaining effect symbol display areas (for example, the “medium” effect symbol display area, etc.) that have not yet been stopped when the effect symbol (for example, an effect symbol indicating the alphanumeric character “7”) is stopped, In the display state where the symbol is fluctuating, or all or part of the effect symbol display area of “Left”, “Middle”, or “Right”, the effect symbol changes in synchronization while constituting all or part of the jackpot combination The display state is in progress. In addition, the change of the effect symbol is started in each effect symbol display area of “middle” and “right” in the effect symbol display area of the effect display device 9, and for example, the effect symbols are displayed in a predetermined order such as “right” → “middle”. In the case of stopping (deriving and displaying) the confirmed effect symbol that is the variable display result, the “right” effect symbol display area indicates the effect symbol (for example, “7” alphanumeric characters) that constitutes a predetermined jackpot combination. In the “middle” effect symbol display area that is not yet stopped when the effect symbol) is stopped, the effect symbol display area is changing, or the “middle” and “right” effect symbol display areas. A display state in which the production symbols are all or part of the jackpot combination and change in synchrony with all or a part of is also referred to as a reach state. Corresponding to the reach state, the effect display device 9 displays a character image (effect image imitating a person) different from the effect symbol, changes the display mode of the background image, There are cases where the pattern variation pattern is changed. Such a change of the character image display, the background image display mode, and the change of the effect pattern change mode is referred to as reach effect display (or simply reach effect).

  Also, during the variable display of the production symbol, unlike the reach production, the variable display state of the production symbol may become the reach state, and the variable display result may be a “hit” In some cases, a specific effect for informing the player is made depending on a variable display mode of the effect symbol. In this embodiment, specific effects such as “slip”, “pseudo train (chance eyes)”, “normal notice”, “development chance eyes”, and “end of development chance eyes” are set to be executable. In addition, the specific effect in this embodiment should just change a special figure fluctuation time according to whether a corresponding effect operation is performed. For example, when the specific effect is executed, it is only necessary that the special figure change time becomes longer than when the specific effect is not executed.

  In the specific effect of “slip”, the effect symbols are changed in all the effect symbol display areas of “left”, “middle”, and “right”, and then two or more effect symbol display areas (for example, “left” and “left”) are displayed. After the effect symbols are temporarily stopped and displayed in the “right” effect symbol display area, etc.), a predetermined number (for example, “1” or “2”) of effect symbol display areas in the temporarily stopped display of the effect symbol display areas (For example, “left” effect symbol display area or “right” effect symbol display area or one or both of them) An effect display is performed. In the temporary stop display, while the effect symbol is stopped and displayed, the stop symbol is displayed to the player by, for example, performing a fluctuation variation display or immediately changing the effect symbol again only by a short stop. What is necessary is just to alert | report that the produced design symbol is not decided. Alternatively, even in the temporary stop display, the effect symbol may be re-fluctuated after the effect symbol is stopped to the extent that the player recognizes that the effect symbol that has been stopped and displayed is confirmed.

  In the specific effect of “Pseudo-ream (chance eyes)”, the effect symbol is changed in all of the effect symbol display areas of “left”, “middle”, and “right”, and then the effect is displayed in all effect symbol display areas. After the symbols are temporarily stopped and displayed, the effect display for changing the effect symbols again (pseudo continuous fluctuation) in all the effect symbol display areas can be performed a predetermined number of times (for example, up to four times). As an example, in the specific effect of “pseudo ream (chance eyes)”, the pseudo ream chance eyes GC1 to GC8 shown in FIG. 2A are displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” effect symbol display areas. A production symbol constituting either one is temporarily stopped and displayed. Here, “left symbol” is an effect symbol displayed (stop display or temporary stop display) in the “left” effect symbol display area, and “middle symbol” is displayed in the “medium” effect symbol display area. The “right symbol” is an effect symbol displayed in the “right” effect symbol display area. The pseudo consecutive chances GC1 to GC8 may be determined in advance as a combination of effect symbols included in the special combination.

  In the specific effect of “pseudo-ream (chance eye)”, “left”, “one of the first start condition and the second start condition of the special figure game (an example of a variable display game) are established once, After changing the production symbol in all of the “middle” and “right” production symbol display areas, the production symbols are temporarily stopped in all the production symbol display areas, and then in all the production symbol display areas. The effect display for changing the effect symbol again (pseudo continuous fluctuation) can be performed a predetermined number of times (for example, up to four times). As an example, in the specific effect of “pseudo ream (chance eyes)”, the pseudo ream chance eyes GC1 to GC8 shown in FIG. 2A are displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” effect symbol display areas. A production symbol constituting either one is temporarily stopped and displayed. Here, “left symbol” is an effect symbol displayed (stop display or temporary stop display) in the “left” effect symbol display area, and “middle symbol” is displayed in the “medium” effect symbol display area. The “right symbol” is an effect symbol displayed in the “right” effect symbol display area. The pseudo consecutive chances GC1 to GC8 may be determined in advance as a combination of effect symbols included in the special combination.

  In the specific effect of “normal notice”, the effect symbols are changed in all effect symbol display areas of “left”, “middle”, and “right”, and then the confirmed effect symbols are displayed in all effect symbol display areas. Before the stop display (final stop display), for example, there is a possibility that the variable display state of the effect symbol becomes the reach state due to the effect display that is pre-associated with the reach effect or the effect display that is different from the pre-associated effect display. An effect display for notifying the player that there is a possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit” is performed as an effect operation that is a normal notice effect.

  For the specific effects of “Development Opportunities”, the effect symbols are changed in all of the effect symbol display areas of “Left”, “Middle”, and “Right” and then predetermined in all effect symbol display areas. After the effect symbols constituting the development chance included in the special combination are temporarily stopped and displayed, a predetermined reach effect is started with the variable display state of the effect symbols as the reach state. As an example, in the specific effect of “Development Chance”, any of the development chance items HC1 to HC8 shown in FIG. The effect design to be displayed is temporarily stopped. For this reason, any of the development chances HC1 to HC8 is temporarily stopped and displayed, so that the variable display state of the production symbol becomes the reach state, or the variable display result becomes “big hit” after the reach state is reached. The player's expectation is enhanced.

  In the specific effect of “End of Development Opportunity”, the effect symbols are changed in all of the effect symbol display areas of “Left”, “Middle”, and “Right” and then developed in all effect symbol display areas. An effect display is performed in which an effect symbol of a predetermined combination as a chance is stopped and displayed as a final effect symbol (final stop display). As an example, in the specific effect of “end of development opportunity”, one of the development chance items HC1 to HC8 temporarily stopped and displayed in the specific effect of “expansion opportunity” is stopped and displayed as a confirmed effect symbol.

  When a special symbol that becomes a lost symbol is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game, after the variable display of the production symbol is started, the variable display state of the production symbol does not become the reach state, but the predetermined design. There is a case where the confirmed effect symbol that becomes one of the development chances HC1 to HC8 in the special combination is stopped and displayed. Such a variable display mode of the effect symbol is referred to as a “non-reach” (also referred to as “normal loss”) variable display mode when the variable display result is “losing”.

  When a special symbol that becomes a losing symbol is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game, it corresponds to the fact that the variable symbol display state has reached the reach state after the variable symbol symbol display has started. Then, after the reach effect is executed, or when the reach effect is not executed, the determined effect symbol that is a predetermined reach lose combination may be stopped and displayed. Such a variable display result of the effect symbol is referred to as a variable display mode of “reach” (also referred to as “reach lose”) when the variable display result is “losing”.

  When a special jackpot symbol (for example, a special symbol indicating the number “8”) among the special symbols that become the 15 round jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as a special symbol to be confirmed in the special symbol game, the variable display state of the effect symbol is Corresponding to the reach state, after the predetermined reach effect is executed, or the reach effect is not executed, the determined effect symbol that is a predetermined normal jackpot combination is stopped and displayed. Here, for example, the confirmed effect symbol which is a normal jackpot combination is the symbol numbers “1” to “1” which are variably displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” effect symbol display areas in the effect display device 9, for example. Of the effect symbols of “8”, the effect symbol whose symbol number is “8” is stopped and displayed on a predetermined effective line in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” effect symbol display areas. Anything is acceptable. The effect symbol having the symbol number “8” constituting the normal jackpot combination is referred to as a normal symbol (also referred to as “non-probable variation symbol”). Then, in response to the confirmed special symbol in the special figure game becoming the normal jackpot symbol, after the predetermined reach effect is executed, or the reach effect is not executed, the fixed effect symbol of the normal jackpot combination is stopped. The variable display mode of the displayed effect symbol is referred to as a “normal” (also referred to as “normal jackpot”) variable display mode when the variable display result is “big hit”.

  In the special symbol game, when the certain variable big hit symbol (for example, the special symbol indicating the number “7”) is stopped and displayed among the special symbols that become the 15 round big hit symbol, the variable display state of the production symbol is Corresponding to having reached the reach state, after the reach effect similar to the case where the variable display mode of the effect symbol is “normal” or after the reach effect is not executed, the predetermined probability variation big hit combination The finalized design that becomes Here, the confirmed effect symbols that are the probable big hit combinations are, for example, symbol numbers “1” to “1” that are variably displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” effect symbol display areas in the effect display device 9. Among the effect symbols of “8”, effect symbols whose symbol numbers correspond to the current day of the week are aligned and displayed on the predetermined active lines in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” effect symbol display areas. Anything can be used. Specifically, in the present embodiment, Monday corresponds to “1”, Tuesday corresponds to “2”, Wednesday corresponds to “3”, Thursday corresponds to “4”, and Friday corresponds to “4”. 5 ”, Saturday corresponds to“ 6 ”, and Sunday corresponds to“ 7 ”. The effect symbol whose symbol number constituting the 15-round probability variable big hit combination corresponds to the current day of the week is referred to as a second probability variable symbol. Then, in response to the confirmed special symbol in the special figure game becoming a 15-round probability variable big hit symbol, after the reach effect similar to the case where the variable display mode of the effect symbol is “normal” or after reaching, The variable display mode of the effect symbol in which the confirmed effect symbol of the 15-round probability variable jackpot combination is stopped and displayed without performing the effect is the variable display mode of “second probability change” when the variable display result is “big hit”. Called.

  Corresponds to the fact that the variable display state of the effect symbol has reached the reach state when the 7-round probability variation big hit symbol (for example, the special symbol indicating the number “3”) is stopped and displayed as the special symbol for the special game. Then, after the reach effect similar to that in the case where the variable display mode of the effect symbol is “normal” is executed, or the reach effect is not executed, the definite effect symbol combination that is a predetermined probability variation jackpot combination is stopped and displayed. May be. Here, the confirmed effect symbols that are probable big hit combinations are symbol numbers “1” to “1” that are variably displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” effect symbol display areas in the effect display device 9, for example. Among the effect symbols of “8”, the effect symbols other than the effect symbol corresponding to the symbol number “8” and the current day of the week are predetermined in the effect symbol display areas “left”, “middle”, and “right”. What is necessary is just to be able to be stopped and displayed on the effective line. The effect symbol corresponding to the current day of the week in the symbol number constituting the 7-round probability variable jackpot combination is referred to as a first probability variable symbol. Then, in response to the confirmed special symbol in the special figure game becoming a 7-round probable big hit symbol, after the reach effect similar to the case where the variable display mode of the effect symbol is “normal” or after reaching, The variable display mode of the effect symbol in which the confirmed effect symbol of the 7 round probability variable big hit combination is stopped and displayed without executing the effect is the variable display mode of “first positive variable” when the variable display result is “big hit”. Called.

  As a confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game, when the probability variable big hit symbol (for example, a special symbol indicating the number “7”) among the special symbols that become the 15 round big hit symbol is stopped and displayed, the variable display state of the production symbol is reached Corresponding to the state, after the reach effect similar to the case where the variable display mode of the effect symbol is “first probability variation” or after the reach effect is not performed, the seven round probability variation big hit There are cases where the finalized combination symbol of the combination is stopped and displayed. Corresponding to the fact that the confirmed special symbol in the special figure game becomes the probability variation big hit symbol, after the reach effect similar to the case where the variable display mode of the effect symbol is “first probability variation”, or The variable display mode of the effect symbol in which the confirmed effect symbol of the 7 round jackpot combination is stopped and displayed without executing the reach effect is the variable display mode of “third probability change” when the variable display result is “big hit”. Called.

  As described above, when the variable display mode of the effect symbol is “first probability variation” or “second probability variation”, the confirmed effect symbol that is a probability variation big hit combination is stopped and displayed by variable display of the effect symbol. , It is determined that the probability change state is reached after being controlled to the 7 round or 15 round big hit state. On the other hand, when the variable display mode of the production symbol is “third probability variation”, as in the case where the variable display mode is “first probability variation”, the 7-round probability variation big hit combination with the variable display of the performance symbol The finalized design that becomes is stopped and displayed. Therefore, when the variable display mode is “third probability change”, the player cannot recognize from the variable display result of the effect symbol whether or not the 15-round big hit state is reached.

  When a 2 round big hit symbol (for example, a special symbol indicating the number “5”) is stopped and displayed as a special symbol to be confirmed in the special symbol game, the variable display state of the effect symbol is not the reach state, A finalized design that is a non-reach combination is stopped and displayed, or a finalized design that is one of the development chances HC1 to HC8 shown in FIG. 2B is stopped or displayed, or FIG. ) May be stopped and displayed as a confirmed effect symbol that is one of the chances of success TC1 to TC4. Note that the chances of success TC <b> 1 to TC <b> 4 may be determined in advance as combinations of effect symbols included in the special combination. In addition, when a 2 round big hit symbol (for example, a special symbol indicating the number “5”) is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game, the variable display state of the effect symbol has reached the reach state. Correspondingly, after the predetermined reach effect is executed, or the reach effect is not executed, the confirmed effect symbol that becomes the predetermined reach combination may be stopped and displayed. In this way, in response to the confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game becoming a special symbol indicating the number “5”, which is a two-round jackpot symbol, the variable display mode of the effect symbols in which various confirmed effect symbols are stopped and displayed. Is referred to as a variable display mode of “surprise accuracy” (also referred to as “surprise accuracy hit” or “sudden probability change big hit”) when the variable display result is “big hit”.

  When the variable display mode of the effect symbol when the variable display result is “big hit” is “third probability change”, after the variable display result is stopped and displayed, it is controlled to the seventh round big hit state. In the period until the 7th round big hit state ends, the promotion effect during the big hit is executed as a notification effect of whether or not to control to the 15th round big hit state. Here, the timing at which the promotion effect during the big hit is executed may be a period before the first round in the seven round big hit state is started after the variable display result is stopped and displayed, or the seven round big hit state May be a period during which any one of the rounds is being executed, or may be a period from the end of any round to the start of the next round in the 7 round big hit state, or 7 rounds. It may be a period from the end of the final round in the big hit state to the start of the next variable display game. Alternatively, an effect operation corresponding to the promotion effect during the big hit may be performed during the change of the first special symbol or the effect symbol after the end of the seventh round big hit state. The jackpot promotion effect that is executed after the final round in the seventh round jackpot state is sometimes referred to as an “ending promotion effect”.

  The jackpot promotion effect includes a jackpot promotion promotion effect informing that there is a promotion that the gaming state becomes a 15-round jackpot state even though the finalized design symbol is a 7-round probability variable jackpot combination, and a 15-round jackpot status. There is a promotion failure during jackpot that notifies that there is no promotion. As an example, in the jackpot promotion effect, the effect display device 9 causes the effect symbol to be variably displayed, and the 7-round probability variation symbol is stopped and displayed as the effect display result. At this time, the 7-round probability variation symbol is stopped and displayed as an effect display result in the jackpot promotion promotion failure effect, while the 15-round probability variation symbol is stopped and displayed as an effect display result in the jackpot promotion promotion effect. As another example, in the jackpot promotion effect, the effect display device 9 displays an effect image indicating the roulette game. At this time, the ball thrown into the rotating roulette in the jackpot promotion failure production is displayed in the “even number” and displays the production image of “Sorry!”, While the jackpot promotion promotion production is thrown into the rotating roulette. The ball enters “odd number” and the effect image “15 rounds big hit!” Is displayed. In response to the special symbol indicating the number corresponding to the current day of the week being stopped as a special symbol in the special game, the variable display result is “big hit” by the variable display mode of “third probability variation”. Later, by executing the successful promotion effect during the big hit until the end of the seventh round big hit gaming state, it is notified that there is a promotion to the 15 round big hit gaming state.

  The effect display device 9 performs variable display of the color symbol in the “left” color symbol display area corresponding to the variable symbol special symbol display in the special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol indicator 8a. In response to the variable display of the special symbol in the special symbol game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 8b, the variable display of the symbol in the "right" color symbol display area is performed. When the fixed special symbol is stopped and displayed in the special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display 8a, the fixed color symbol is stopped and displayed in the “left” color symbol display area. . As an example, when a special symbol indicating the number “5”, which is a two-round jackpot symbol, is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game using the first special symbol, the “left” color symbol display area is displayed. Then, the color design indicating “yellow” is stopped and displayed as the confirmed color design. In addition, when any of the special symbols indicating the numbers “3” and “7”, which are the 15-round jackpot symbols, is stopped and displayed as the special symbol for the special symbol game using the first special symbol, “Left In the color symbol display area “”, the color symbol indicating “red” is stopped and displayed as the determined color symbol. Further, when a special symbol indicating a “-” symbol that becomes a lost symbol is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game using the first special symbol, a fixed color is displayed in the “left” color symbol display area. A color symbol indicating “blue” is stopped and displayed as a symbol. When a special symbol indicating the number “7” that is a 15-round big hit symbol is stopped and displayed as a special symbol for the special symbol game using the second special symbol, the fixed color is displayed in the “right” color symbol display area. A color symbol indicating “red” as a symbol is stopped and displayed. When a special symbol showing a symbol “-” that becomes a lost symbol is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game using the second special symbol, it is displayed as a confirmed color symbol in the “right” color symbol display area. The color design indicating “blue” is stopped and displayed.

  FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing an example of the circuit configuration of the main board (game control board) 31. FIG. 3 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.

  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.

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

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

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

  Also, an input driver that provides the game control microcomputer 560 with detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, and 39a. The circuit 58 is also mounted on the main board 31. The main board also includes an output circuit 59 for driving the solenoid 16 for opening and closing the variable winning ball device 15 and the solenoid 21 for opening and closing the special variable winning ball device 20 that forms a big winning opening in accordance with a command from the game control microcomputer 560. 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.

  In this embodiment, the effect control means (configured by the effect control microcomputer) mounted on the effect control board 80 instructs the effect contents from the game control microcomputer 560 via the relay board 77. Upon receiving the effect control command, display control is performed on the first decorative symbol display unit 9a and the second decorative symbol display unit 9b that variably display the decorative symbol, and the effect display device 9 that variably displays the effect symbol.

  FIG. 4 is a block diagram illustrating a circuit configuration example of the relay board 77 and the effect control board 80. As shown in FIG. 4, in this embodiment, the gaming machine 1 includes an effect control board 80 for performing display control of the effect display apparatus 9 and an audio output board for performing sound output control of the sound output apparatus 27. 70 and a lamp driver board 35 for performing display control of each of the lamps 25, 28a, 28b, 28c. In this embodiment, display control of the effect display device 9 and sound output control of the sound output device 27 using a plurality of control boards (effect control board 80, sound output board 70, lamp driver board 35), Although the case where display control of each lamp 25, 28a, 28b, 28c is performed will be described, it may be performed using one control board (for example, one effect control board).

  The effect control board 80 is equipped with an effect control microcomputer 100 including an effect control CPU 101, ROM 84, RAM 85, and I / O port 87. The RAM 85 may be externally attached. In the effect control board 80, the effect control microcomputer 100 operates in accordance with a program stored in a built-in or external ROM 84, and a strobe signal (effect control INT signal from the main board 31 input via the relay board 77. ), The presentation control command is received via the input driver 102 and the input port 103. Further, the effect control microcomputer 100 causes the VDP (video display processor) 109 to perform display control of the effect display device 9 using the LCD 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 passes the signal input from the relay board 77 only in the direction toward the inside of the effect control board 80 (does not pass the signal in the direction from the inside of the effect control board 80 to the relay board 77). It is also a unidirectional circuit as a regulating means.

  As a signal direction regulating means, the signal inputted from the main board 31 is allowed to pass through the relay board 77 only in the direction toward the effect control board 80 (the signal is not passed in the direction from the effect control board 80 to the relay board 77). The unidirectional circuit is installed. For example, a diode or a transistor is used as the unidirectional circuit. FIG. 4 illustrates a diode. A unidirectional circuit is provided for each signal.

  Further, the effect control microcomputer 100 outputs a signal for driving the lamp to the lamp driver 352 mounted on the lamp driver board 35. The lamp driver 352 amplifies a signal for driving the lamp and supplies the amplified lamp 25 to the lamps such as the decoration lamp 25, the top frame lamp 28a, the left frame lamp 28b, the right frame lamp 28c, the ball-out lamp 51, and the prize ball lamp 52.

  The production control microcomputer 100 outputs sound number data to the speech synthesis IC 173 mounted on the speech output board 70. The voice synthesizing IC 173 generates a voice or a sound effect corresponding to the sound number data and outputs it to the amplifier circuit 175. The amplifier circuit 175 outputs an audio signal obtained by amplifying the output level of the speech synthesis IC 173 to a level corresponding to the volume set by the volume 176 to the speaker 27. The voice data ROM 174 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 transmitted between the production control microcomputer 100, the lamp driver 352 and the voice synthesis IC 173 in two-way communication (such as transmitting a response signal from the signal receiving side to the transmitting side). Communication).

  The effect control microcomputer 100 reads necessary data from the character ROM 89 in accordance with the received effect control command. The character ROM 89 stores character image data frequently used among images displayed on the effect display device 9, specifically, a person, a character, a figure, a symbol, etc. (including decorative designs) in advance. Is. The effect control microcomputer 100 outputs the data read from the character ROM 89 to the VDP 109. The VDP 109 executes display control of the effect display device 9 based on data input from the effect control microcomputer 100.

  In this embodiment, a VDP 109 that performs display control of the effect display device 9 is mounted on the effect control board 80. The VDP 109 has an address space independent of the production control microcomputer 100 and maps the VRAM 83 therein. The VRAM 83 is a buffer memory for expanding image data generated by the VDP 109. Then, the VDP 109 outputs the image data in the VRAM 83 to the effect display device 9.

  In this embodiment, the lamp driver board 35 is mounted with a real-time clock (RTC) 353 that outputs the current time. The production control microcomputer 100 inputs a date signal indicating the current date (year, month, day, day of the week) and a time signal indicating the current time (hour, minute, second) from the real-time clock 353, and the current date and time. Various processes are executed based on the above. The real-time clock 353 is normally operated by power from the gaming machine when power is supplied to the gaming machine, and a backup power supply circuit 355 (for example, mounted on the lamp driver 35 when the gaming machine is powered off). The battery is operated by the power supplied from the battery. Therefore, the real-time clock 353 can measure the current date and time even when the gaming machine is turned off. Note that the real-time clock 353 may be operated by power supplied from the backup power supply circuit 355 even when power is supplied to the gaming machine.

  The power of the backup power supply circuit 355 is also supplied to the backup RAM 356 mounted on the lamp driver board 35. That is, the backup RAM 356 is normally supplied with power from the gaming machine when power is supplied to the gaming machine, and from the backup power supply circuit 355 mounted on the lamp driver 35 when the gaming machine is turned off. Power is supplied. Note that the backup RAM 356 may be supplied with power from the backup power supply circuit 355 even when power is supplied to the gaming machine.

  Note that the real-time clock 353 may be mounted on the effect control board 80 or the audio output board 70 instead of the lamp driver board 35. Further, the real time clock 353 may be mounted on the main board 31. Alternatively, the real time clock 353 may not be provided, and the time may be measured by counting up a counter provided in the backup RAM 356 (for example, counting up the number of winning winnings after the game machine is turned on). Then, the effect control microcomputer 100 may execute various processes based on the count value of the counter provided in the backup RAM 356.

  Further, in this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 is based on the operation signal from the operation button 120 and produces an effect design that is expected to generate a big hit during the display of the demonstration screen (demonstration screen). Control to display the corresponding character). It should be noted that, based on the ON / OFF signal from the setting switch 354 provided on the lamp driver board 35, not the operation signal from the operation button 120, an effect design that is expected to generate a big hit (corresponding to the effect design) Display character) may be controlled. Further, the setting switch 354 may be provided on the effect control board 80 or the audio output board 70. The setting switch 354 may be a switch that can be turned on / off on the switch side, such as a dip switch, a push lock switch, or a rotary switch.

  Next, the configuration of the real time clock 353 will be described. FIG. 5 is a block diagram illustrating a configuration example of the real-time clock 353. The real time clock 353 is realized, for example, as a serial interface type real time clock module having a built-in crystal oscillator. As shown in FIG. 5, the real-time clock 353 includes a crystal oscillator 360, an output control unit 361, an interrupt control unit 362, a bus / interface circuit 363, a clock output / calendar function unit 364, a timer register 365, an alarm register 366, A control register 367 and a shift register 368 are included.

  The crystal oscillator 360 outputs an oscillation signal having a predetermined oscillation frequency (for example, 32.768 kHz). The clock output / calendar function unit 364 has a function of outputting a clock signal based on the oscillation signal from the crystal oscillator 360. The clock output / calendar function unit 364 has a function of measuring the date and time based on the oscillation signal from the crystal oscillator 360. For example, the clock output / calendar function unit 364 includes a clock counter and counts time (hour, minute, second) by counting up the clock counter based on the oscillation signal from the crystal oscillator 360. For example, the clock output / calendar function unit 364 includes a calendar counter, and manages the date (year, month, day) by counting up the calendar counter based on the oscillation signal from the crystal oscillator 360. Further, for example, the clock output / calendar function unit 364 includes a day of the week counter, and manages the day of the week by counting up the day of the week counter based on the oscillation signal from the crystal oscillator 360.

  The shift register 368 has a function of converting the date and time counted by the clock output / calendar function unit 364 into serial data and outputting the serial data to the bus / interface circuit 363. The bus / interface circuit 363 has a function of outputting the current date signal and time signal (DATA) as serial data based on the input from the shift register 368. The bus / interface circuit 363 has a function of outputting a clock signal (CLK) based on the output of the clock output / calendar function unit 364.

  The output control unit 361 has a function of outputting a clock signal (FOUT) having a preset frequency based on the oscillation signal from the crystal oscillator 360. For example, the output control unit 361 includes a frequency setting register, and presets the frequency in the frequency setting register based on an external input (FCON). Then, a clock signal (FOUT) is output based on the set frequency set in the frequency setting register.

  The interrupt control unit 362 has a function of outputting an interrupt signal (TIRQ) at predetermined intervals based on a set value (fixed period interrupt time) set in the timer register 365. The interrupt control unit 362 has a function of outputting an interrupt signal (AIRQ) as an alarm at a predetermined time based on a set value (alarm time) set in the alarm register 366.

  In this embodiment, the real-time clock 353 can be accessed from the outside when the inputs of the two enable signals (CE0, CE1) both become high level. For example, when setting values of the registers of the real-time clock 353 or adjusting the time measured by the real-time clock 353 from the outside, the inputs of the two enable signals (CE0, CE1) are both set to the high level. Then, the access is permitted and a command is input from the outside.

  Next, the operation of the gaming machine will be described. FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing a main process executed by the game control microcomputer 560 on the main board 31. The routine is a group of instructions (codes) for executing a specific process in the program. A procedure in which a series of instructions for performing a certain process is described as a procedure, and a function (function) that is a function that adds a calculation process to given information and returns a result of the process are classified into routines. In particular, even if the program code is not independent, if a certain amount of code is concentrated for a specific process, the part can be regarded as a routine. Routines are broadly divided into two groups depending on their position in the program. The routine is called first when the program starts, and the routine that manages the progress of the entire program is called the "main routine", and is called from other routines during program execution. A routine that operates in this manner is called a “subroutine”.

  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.

  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 are, for example, data indicating the gaming state before the power supply is stopped (special symbol process flag, probability change flag, time-short flag, total pending memory number counter value, time-short number counter value, etc.), output An area where the output state of the port is stored (output port buffer), a part where data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls is set, and the like.

  Moreover, CPU56 transmits the command regarding a power failure recovery as an initialization command at the time of electric power supply recovery (step S43). Then, the process proceeds to step S14. Here, as a command related to power failure recovery, a power failure recovery specification command that specifies that the power failure recovery screen is displayed, and a time reduction number that specifies the number of times when the power failure occurs when the gaming state at the time of the power failure occurs A designation command and a total pending memory number designation command for designating the total pending memory number when a power failure occurs are provided. In addition, instead of transmitting the combined reserved memory number designation command, a command (first reserved memory number designation) that designates the first reserved memory number based on the value of the first reserved memory number counter that counts the first reserved memory number. Command) and, based on the value of the second reserved memory number counter for counting the second reserved memory number, a command for specifying the second reserved memory number (second reserved memory number designation command) is transmitted. Also good. Further, when the value of the first reserved memory number counter or the value of the second reserved memory number counter is 0, these commands may not be transmitted.

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

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

  Further, the CPU 56 sets an abnormality notification prohibition flag (step S44) and sets a value corresponding to the prohibition period value in the 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 executes a random number circuit setting process for initially setting the random number circuit 503 (step S14). For example, the CPU 56 performs setting according to the random number circuit setting program to cause the random number circuit 503 to update the random R value.

  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 variation pattern, and the display random number update process is a process for updating the count value of the counter for generating the display random number. The initial value random number update process is a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number. In this embodiment, the initial value random number is an initial count value such as a counter for generating a random number for determining whether or not to win a normal symbol (ordinary random number generation counter for normal symbol determination). It is a random number for determining the value. A game control process for controlling the progress of the game, which will be described later (the game control microcomputer 560 controls 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 the process of sending a command signal to control other microcomputers, or the game machine control process), the count value of the random number for determination per normal symbol is one round (the random number for determination per normal symbol is taken). When the value is incremented by the number of values between the minimum value and the maximum value), an initial value is set in the counter.

  When the timer interrupt occurs, the CPU 56 executes the timer interrupt process of steps S20 to S35 shown in FIG. In the timer interrupt process, first, a power-off detection process for detecting whether or not a power-off signal is output (whether or not an on-state is turned on) is executed (step S20). The power-off signal is output, 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, detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, and 39a are input via the input driver circuit 58, These state determinations are performed (switch processing: step S21).

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

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

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

FIG. 8 is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. Each random number is used as follows.
(1) MR1: Determine the detachment symbol (stop symbol) of the first special symbol and the second special symbol (for detachment symbol determination)
(2) MR2-1: Determines the type of jackpot ("normal", "first probability variation", "second probability variation", "third probability variation", "surprise probability") when generating the jackpot (for determining the jackpot type)
(3) MR2-2: Determines whether or not the variable display state of the effect symbol is set to the reach state (whether or not to generate reach) when the big hit determination result is out of place (for reach determination)
(4) MR3: The variation pattern type of the production symbol (first special symbol and second special symbol) is determined as one of a plurality of types prepared in advance (for variation pattern type determination).
(5) MR4: Determine the variation pattern (variation time) of the production symbol (first special symbol and second special symbol) (for variation pattern determination)
(6) MR5: Determines whether or not to generate a hit based on a normal symbol (for normal symbol hit determination)
(7) MR6: Determine the initial value of MR5 (for determining MR5 initial value)

  In step S24 in the game control process shown in FIG. 7, the game control microcomputer 560 uses a counter for generating the jackpot type determination random number in (2) and the random number for determination per ordinary symbol in (6). Count up (add 1). That is, they are determination random numbers, and other random numbers are display random numbers or initial value random numbers. In order to enhance the gaming effect, a random number other than the random numbers (1) to (7) may be used. For example, an MR2-1 initial value random number for determining the initial value of the jackpot type determining random number may be provided. Then, in addition to the MR5 initial value random number, the MR2-1 initial value random number may be updated by the initial value random number update processing in steps S18 and S25. By doing so, it is possible to more randomly determine the jackpot type (special jackpot symbol) at the time of determining the jackpot, especially a probability variation symbol (for example, “7”) or a sudden probability variation symbol (for example, “5”). Can be generated more randomly. Therefore, the probability big hit can be generated more randomly, and the interest of the game can be enhanced. In this embodiment, the big hit determination random number is a random number generated by the hardware (random number circuit 503) built in the game control microcomputer 560. The big hit determination random number is used as the big hit determination random number. Software random numbers generated based on the program may be used.

  In this embodiment, the random numbers (particularly, MR1, MR2-1, MR2-2, MR3, MR4) shown in FIG. 8 are used for both the first special symbol variation and the second special symbol variation. However, the random number related to the variation of the first special symbol may be different from the random number related to the variation of the second special symbol.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs special symbol process processing (step S27). In the special symbol process, corresponding processing is executed in accordance with a special symbol process flag for controlling the first special symbol indicator 8a, the second special symbol indicator 8b, and the big prize opening in a predetermined order. The CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag according to the gaming state.

  Next, normal symbol process processing is performed (step S28). In the normal symbol process, the CPU 56 executes a corresponding process according to a normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 10 and the open / close 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.

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

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

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

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

  Further, the CPU 56 sets special symbol display control data for special symbol display control data for effect display of special symbols in accordance with values of a start flag and a special symbol process flag set in a variation pattern setting process described later. The special symbol display control process set in the output buffer is performed (step S33). For example, if the variation speed is 1 frame / 0.2 seconds until the end flag is set when the start flag is set in the special symbol process, the CPU 56 outputs the output every 0.2 seconds. The display control data value set in the buffer is incremented by one. Instead of using the start flag and the end flag, the CPU 56 may update the value of the display control data based on the value of the special symbol process flag. For example, when the value of the special symbol process flag becomes a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (1 in this embodiment), the CPU 56 sets the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol stop process (in this embodiment). In the embodiment, the value of the display control data may be incremented by one every 0.2 seconds until 4). Further, the CPU 56 outputs a drive signal in step S22 in accordance with the display control data set in the output buffer, whereby the first special symbol display unit 8a and the second special symbol display unit 8b Variable display of the second special symbol is executed.

  For example, the CPU 56 checks a special symbol pointer to be described later, and performs variable display on the special symbol indicators 8a and 8b corresponding to the special symbol indicated by the special symbol pointer among the first special symbol and the second special symbol. Execute. At this time, since the variable display of the second special symbol is executed in preference to the variable display of the first special symbol, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the second reserved memory number is zero when the total reserved memory number is not zero. If the second reserved memory number is not 0, the special symbol pointer is set to “first”, and if the second reserved memory number is 0, the special symbol pointer is set to “second”. In the case where the special symbols are variably displayed in the order of the start winning prizes, for example, a reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) described later is confirmed, and data set in the first area of the reserved specific area The special symbol pointer is set to “first” or “second” based on whether the symbol is “first” or “second”. Then, the CPU 56 specifies whether the first special symbol is variably displayed or the second special symbol is variably displayed based on the data indicated by the special symbol pointer, and the special symbol corresponding to the specified special symbol is selected. Variable display on the symbol displays 8a and 8b is executed.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a normal symbol display control process for setting normal symbol display control data for effect display of the normal symbol in the output buffer for setting the normal symbol display control data according to the value of the normal symbol process flag ( Step S34). For example, when the start flag for normal symbol variation is set, the CPU 56 switches the display state (“◯” and “×”) for the normal symbol variation rate every 0.2 seconds until the end flag is set. With such a speed, the value of the display control data set in the output buffer (for example, 1 indicating “◯” and 0 indicating “x”) is switched every 0.2 seconds. Instead of using the start flag and the end flag, the CPU 56 may switch the value of the display control data based on the value of the normal symbol process flag. For example, in the normal symbol process, the CPU 56 confirms the number of passages through the gate based on the value of the normal symbol process flag, determines whether or not to hit the normal symbol, and determines the normal symbol stop symbol. Processing, normal symbol variation processing for executing various processing during normal symbol variation, normal symbol stop processing for displaying normal symbols in a stopped state, and opening / closing of an ordinary electric accessory (variable winning ball apparatus 15) after a normal symbol is hit The normal electric accessory actuating process for performing the control is executed. In this case, for example, when the value of the normal symbol process flag becomes a value corresponding to the normal symbol variation process (for example, 1), the value of the normal symbol process flag becomes a value corresponding to the normal symbol stop process (for example, 2). Until then, the value of the display control data may be incremented 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. 9 is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot determination table and a jackpot type determination table. The jackpot determination table is a table in which a jackpot determination value to be compared with a random R (random number for jackpot determination) is set (FIGS. 9A and 9B). The big hit determination table includes a normal big hit determination table (see FIG. 9A) used in a normal state or a short time state, and a probable change big hit determination table (see FIG. 9B) used in a probability change state. . The numerical values described in the left column of FIGS. 9A and 9B are jackpot determination values. The CPU 56 compares the value of the random R with the jackpot determination value, and determines that the jackpot is determined to be a big hit if the value of the random R matches any one of the jackpot determination values.

  The jackpot type determination table includes each jackpot type (“normal”, “first probability variation”, “second probability variation”, “third probability variation”, “surprise”) compared with the random number for determining the jackpot type (MR2-1). It is a table in which determination values to be allocated are set (FIG. 9C). When it is determined to win the jackpot based on the random R, the jackpot type is determined based on the jackpot type determining random number. Here, the jackpot type and the special jackpot symbol correspond to each other. Specifically, when “normal jackpot” is determined as the jackpot type, the special symbol stop symbol (determined special symbol) is “3”. When “probability big hit (first probability variation big hit, second probability variation big hit, third probability variation big hit)” is determined as the big hit type, the special symbol stop symbol (determined special symbol) becomes “7”. When “suddenly promising big hit” is determined as the big hit type, the special symbol stop symbol (determined special symbol) is “5”. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 9C, the jackpot type determination table for the first special symbol and the jackpot type determination table for the second special symbol are provided separately, and the second special symbol is provided. In the big hit type determination table, no determination value is assigned to the big hit type “surprise”. Therefore, when a big hit has occurred based on the occurrence of the second start winning prize, the “surprise” is not determined as the big hit type. However, even when a big hit occurs based on the occurrence of the second start winning prize, a determination value may be assigned so that “surprise” is determined as the big hit type. Further, instead of dividing the table for the first special symbol and the table for the second special symbol, the jackpot type of the first special symbol and the second special symbol may be determined using one jackpot type determination table. .

  In addition, when it is determined to be a deviation based on the random R, “2”, “4”, “6”, “8”, and “9” are used as the special symbol stop symbols based on the loss symbol determination random number. One of “−” is determined.

  In addition, as for the stop symbol of the decorative symbol, one of the two LEDs is a big hit symbol, and the other is a missed symbol. Further, the stop symbol of the effect symbol is a display result specifying command for designating a display result (first probability variation big hit, second probability variation big hit, third probability variation big hit, normal big hit, sudden probability variation big hit, or off) determined by the CPU 56. Based on the production control CPU 101, it is determined.

  As described above, in this embodiment, the display result of the variation display of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is any one of the first probability variation big hit, the second probability variation big hit, the third probability variation big hit, the normal big hit, the sudden probability variation big hit, or the deviation. It is determined. The CPU 56 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 503 at a predetermined time and uses the extracted value as the jackpot determination random number value. When the jackpot determination random number value matches the jackpot determination value shown in FIG. The jackpot is determined for the first special symbol and the second special symbol.

  FIG. 10 and FIG. 11 are explanatory diagrams showing an example of the variation pattern (variation time) of the effect symbol used in this embodiment. 10 and 11, “Special figure fluctuation time” indicates a special symbol fluctuation time (variable display period of identification information). The variation pattern indicates the variation time of the special symbol. Since the variation of the effect symbol is synchronized with the variation of the special symbol, the “special symbol variation time” also indicates the variation time of the effect symbol. Hereinafter, it may be expressed simply as a variation pattern of a special symbol or a variation pattern of a production symbol.

  In FIG. 10, the symbol variation patterns prepared in advance corresponding to the cases where the variable display mode of the symbol when the variable display result is “losing” is “non-reach” and “reach” are shown. Illustrate. As shown in FIG. 10, in this embodiment, non-reach PA1-1 to non-reach PA1-7 and non-reach PB1-1 are used as the variation patterns corresponding to the case where the variable display mode of the symbol is “non-reach”. Variation patterns of non-reach PB1-2, non-reach PC1-1 to non-reach PC1-2, non-reach PD1-1 to non-reach PD1-6 are prepared. In addition, normal PA2-1 to normal PA2-4, super PA3-1 to super PA3-8, super PB3-1 to super PB3-5 are provided as variation patterns corresponding to the case where the symbol variable display mode is “reach”. Fluctuation patterns of Super PC 3-1 to Super PC 3-4 are prepared.

  Further, FIG. 11 illustrates a symbol variation pattern prepared in advance corresponding to a case where the variable display result is “big hit”. As shown in FIG. 11, in this embodiment, normal PA2-5 to normal PA2-8, super PA4-1 to super PA4− are the variation patterns corresponding to the case where the variable display result of the symbol is “big hit”. 8, Super PA5-1 to Super PA5-4, Super PB4-1 to Super PB4-4, Super PB5-1 to Super PB5-4, Super PC4-1 and Super PC4-2, Super PD1-1 and Super PD1- 2, Super PE1-1 and Super PE1-2, Super PF1-1 to Super PF1-3, Special PG1-1 to Special PG1-4, Special PG2-1 to Special PG2-3, Special PG3-1 to Special PG3- Three variation patterns are prepared.

  Here, “pseudo continuous fluctuation” means that a plurality of fluctuations are executed by continuously executing a temporary stop and re-variation (variation restart) a predetermined number of times during a single fluctuation of the symbols. This is a change to be shown (that is, a change that makes it be recognized that there are multiple fluctuations in a pseudo manner). The fluctuation pattern (such as non-reach PA1-5) of the “pseudo ream (chance eye)” can be temporarily stopped once to four times during the time of one symbol fluctuation, This is a variation pattern for notifying (notifying) that the possibility of a big hit is high. On the other hand, fluctuation patterns (non-reach PD1-1 to non-reach PD1-6) of “pseudo-continuous (2 times)” to “pseudo-continuous (4 times)” are fluctuation patterns (non- Reach PB1-1, non-reach PB1-2, non-reach PC1-1, non-reach PC1-2) is a variation pattern for making it appear to be executed 2 to 4 times.

  In the fluctuation pattern (non-reach PD1-1 to non-reach PD1-3) of “pseudo-continuous (twice)” to “pseudo-ream (four times)”, fluctuations in normal fluctuations of “no shortening” at the time of time reduction or probability change It is devised to make the pattern (non-reach PB1-1, non-reach PC1-1) appear to be executed two to four times in a pseudo manner. Specifically, the fluctuation time of the normal fluctuation pattern (non-reach PB1-1, non-reach PC1-1) at the time of time reduction or probability change is 3.80 seconds, and 3.80 seconds have elapsed since the start of the pattern fluctuation. A stop symbol is derived and displayed later, but the variation time of the variation pattern of “pseudo-continuous (twice)” is 8.60 seconds, and the temporary stop symbol is temporarily stopped after 3.80 seconds from the start of the symbol variation. The temporary stop display of the temporary stop symbol is performed for 1 second (this is the same time as the symbol stop time during which the special symbol stop display is performed; Steps S132A and S132B in FIG. 38), and then the symbol re-varies, 3. The stop symbol is derived and displayed after 80 seconds. Similarly, the variation time of the variation pattern of “Pseudo-ream (3 times)” is 13.4 seconds, and the temporary stop symbol is temporarily stopped after 3.80 seconds from the start of the symbol variation. The display is performed for 1 second, and then the symbol is re-variable. After 3.80 seconds from the re-variation, the temporary stop symbol is temporarily stopped, the temporary stop symbol is displayed for 1 second, and then the symbol is re-variable. The stop symbol is derived and displayed after 3.80 seconds from the re-variation. In addition, the fluctuation time of the “pseudo train (4 times)” is 18.2 seconds, the temporary stop symbol is temporarily stopped after 3.8 seconds from the start of the symbol change, and the temporary stop display of the temporary stop symbol is displayed for 1 second. After that, the symbol is re-variable, the temporary stop symbol is temporarily stopped after 3.8 seconds from the re-variation, the temporary stop symbol is temporarily displayed, and the symbol is re-variable again. 3. The temporary stop symbol is temporarily stopped after 80 seconds have elapsed, the temporary stop display of the temporary stop symbol is performed for 1 second, the symbol is re-variable again, and the stop symbol is derived and displayed after 3.80 seconds have elapsed since the re-variation. .

  Moreover, in the fluctuation pattern (non-reach PD1-4 to non-reach PD1-6) of “pseudo ream (2 times)” to “pseudo ream (4 times)”, “reserved 2-8 times shortened at time reduction or probability change” It is devised to make it appear that the fluctuation pattern of the normal fluctuation (non-reach PB1-2, non-reach PC1-2) is executed two to four times in a pseudo manner. Specifically, the fluctuation time of the normal fluctuation pattern (non-reach PB1-2, non-reach PC1-2) at the time of time reduction or probability change is 0.80 seconds, and 0.80 seconds have elapsed after the start of the pattern fluctuation. Although the stop symbol is derived and displayed, the variation time of the variation pattern of “pseudo-continuous (twice)” is 2.60 seconds, and the temporary stop symbol is temporarily stopped after 0.80 seconds from the start of symbol variation, The temporary stop display of the temporary stop symbol is performed for 1 second (this is the same time as the symbol stop time during which the special symbol stop display is performed; steps S132A and S132B in FIG. 38), and then the symbol is re-variable, and the re-variation is 0 The stop symbol is derived and displayed after 80 seconds. Similarly, the variation time of the variation pattern of “Pseudo-ream (3 times)” is 4.4 seconds. The temporary stop symbol is temporarily stopped after the lapse of 0.80 seconds from the start of the symbol variation, and the temporary stop symbol is temporarily stopped. The display is performed for 1 second, then the symbol is re-variable, the temporary stop symbol is temporarily stopped after 0.80 seconds from the re-variation, the temporary stop symbol is temporarily displayed, and then the symbol is re-variable. The stop symbol is derived and displayed after 0.80 seconds have passed since the re-change. In addition, the fluctuation time of the “pseudo train (4 times)” is 6.2 seconds, the temporary stop symbol is temporarily stopped after 0.8 seconds from the start of the symbol change, and the temporary stop display of the temporary stop symbol is displayed for 1 second. After that, the symbol is re-variable, the temporary stop symbol is temporarily stopped after 0.8 seconds from the re-variation, the temporary stop symbol is temporarily displayed, and the symbol is re-variable again. The temporary stop symbol is temporarily stopped after the lapse of 0.80 seconds, and the temporary stop display of the temporary stop symbol is performed for 1 second. The symbol is re-variable again, and the stop symbol is derived and displayed after the lapse of 0.80 seconds. .

  In this embodiment, the gameability is improved by associating the number of fluctuations (100 times) in which the short-time state can be continued with pseudo continuous fluctuations (non-reach PD1-1 to non-reach PD1-6). Detailed description will be given later.

  In this embodiment, the same variation pattern is used when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed and when the variable display of the second special symbol is performed, but the variable display of the first special symbol is performed. Different variation patterns may be used when it is performed and when the variable display of the second special symbol is performed.

  When receiving the effect control command indicating the variation pattern, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs variable display of the ornament symbol on the ornament symbol display for a time corresponding to the variation pattern indicated by the received effect control command. The effect design is variably displayed, and the effect display device 9 performs a type of display effect corresponding to the variation pattern indicated by the received effect control command. At the same time, an effect using the effect parts such as the lamp, the LED, and the speaker 27 is performed. That is, the variation pattern indicates the variation time and the aspect of the effect.

  In addition to the game control program, the ROM 54 provided in the game control microcomputer 560 shown in FIG. 3 stores various data tables used for controlling the progress of the game. For example, the ROM 54 stores table data constituting a plurality of determination tables and determination tables prepared for the CPU 56 to perform various determinations and determinations. In addition, the ROM 54 stores table data constituting a plurality of command tables used for the CPU 56 to transmit control signals serving as various control commands from the main board 31 and a variation pattern storing a plurality of types of variation patterns of effect symbols. Table data constituting the table is stored.

  Next, a method for sending a control command from the game control microcomputer 560 to the effect control microcomputer 100 will be described. FIG. 12 is an explanatory diagram showing a signal line of an effect control command transmitted from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80. As shown in FIG. 12, in this embodiment, the effect control command is transmitted from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80 via the relay board 77 using eight signal lines of the effect control signals 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. 13, 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 (capture instruction signal) that triggers the capture of the 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.

  14 and 15 are explanatory diagrams showing an example of the contents of the effect control command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560. FIG. In the example shown in FIG. 14, command 80XX (H) is an effect control that designates a decorative symbol and a variation pattern of the effect symbol that are variably displayed on the ornament symbol display and the effect display device 9 in response to variable display of the special symbol. Command (variation pattern command). “(H)” indicates a hexadecimal number. The effect control command for designating the variation pattern is also a command for designating the start of variation. Accordingly, when any of the commands 80XX (H) is received, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs control so that the decorative symbol display and the effect display device 9 start variable display of the decorative symbols and the effect symbols.

  The commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H) are effect control commands indicating whether the jackpot game is out of play or out of game, and the type of jackpot game (type of jackpot). The production control microcomputer 100 determines the display result of the decorative design and the production design in response to the reception of the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H), so that the commands 8C01 (H) to 8C05 (H) are specified as the display results. It is called a command.

  Command 8D01 (H) is an effect control command (first symbol variation designation command) indicating that variable display (variation) of the first special symbol is started. Command 8D02 (H) is an effect control command (second symbol variation designation command) indicating that variable display (variation) of the second special symbol is started. The first symbol variation designation command and the second symbol variation designation command may be collectively referred to as a special symbol identification command (or symbol variation designation command).

  The command 8F00 (H) is an effect control command (symbol confirmation designation command) indicating that the variable display (fluctuation) of the decorative symbol and the effect symbol is terminated and the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. When receiving the symbol confirmation designation command, the effect control microcomputer 100 ends the variable display (fluctuation) of the decorative symbol and the effect symbol and derives and displays the display result. In addition, in this embodiment, the case where the variation display of the decoration symbol and the production symbol corresponding to the first special symbol is stopped and the case where the variation display of the decoration symbol and the production symbol corresponding to the second special symbol are stopped. In the case of transmitting a common symbol confirmation designation command, separate symbol confirmation designation commands (in the case of stopping the variable display corresponding to the first special symbol and in the case of terminating the variable display corresponding to the second special symbol ( For example, a first symbol confirmation designation command, a second symbol confirmation designation command) may be transmitted.

  Command 9000 (H) is an effect control command (initialization designation command: power-on designation command) for designating display of an initial screen, which is transmitted when power supply to the gaming machine is started. Command 9200 (H) is an effect control command (power failure recovery designation command) that designates the display of a power failure recovery screen that is 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.

  The command 93XX (H) is an effect control command (time reduction number designation command) that designates the number of time reductions when a power failure occurs when the gaming state at the time of the power failure is a time reduction state. XX is set to the number of times when a power failure occurs (for example, 1 to 100 times).

  Command 9500 (H) is an effect control command (normal state background designation command) for designating display of a background when the gaming state is the normal state. The command 9501 (H) is an effect control command (probability change state background designation command) for designating display of a background when the gaming state is a probability change state. Command 9502 (H) is an effect control command (time-short state background designation command) for designating display of the background when the gaming state is the time-short state. Command 9503 (H) is an effect control command (chance mode state background designation command) for designating display of a background when the gaming state is the chance mode state. Commands 9500 (H) to 9503 (H) are referred to as background designation commands.

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

  In the example shown in FIG. 15, commands A001 to A004 (H) are effect control commands for displaying a fanfare screen, that is, designating the start of a big hit game (big hit start designation command: fanfare designation command). The jackpot start designation commands include jackpot start 1 designation to jackpot start 4 designation commands depending on the type of jackpot. Of these, the jackpot start 1 designation command A001 (H) is an effect control command for designating the start of a normal jackpot (non-probability variation jackpot) game. The big hit start 2 designation command A002 (H) is an effect control command for designating the start of a probability variable big hit game (7R). The big hit start 3 designation command A003 (H) is an effect control command for designating the start of the probability variation big hit game (15R). The big hit start 4 designation command A004 (H) is an effect control command for designating the start of a sudden probability change big hit (two round big hit) game.

  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.

  Command A301 (H) is an effect control command (special jackpot end 1 designation command for displaying the non-probability variable big hit end screen, that is, specifying the end of the big hit game and specifying that the non-probable big hit (usually big hit) : Ending 1 designation command). Command A302 (H) displays a probability variation jackpot end screen, that is, an effect control command for designating the end of the jackpot game and designating that the probability variation jackpot was reached (a jackpot end 2 designation command: an ending 2 designation command) It is. Command A303 (H) displays an abrupt probability change jackpot end screen, that is, specifies the end of the jackpot game, and also specifies an effect control command (special jackpot end 3 designation command: ending 3 designation) that designates the sudden probability change jackpot Command).

  The command C000 (H) is an effect control command (first start winning designation command) for designating that the first starting prize has been won. The command C100 (H) is an effect control command (second start winning designation command) for designating that there has been a second start winning. The first start prize designation command and the second start prize designation command may be collectively referred to as a start prize designation command.

  The command C2XX (H) is an effect control command (total pending storage number designation command) for designating a total number (total pending storage number) that is the sum of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number. “XX” in the command C2XX (H) indicates the total pending storage number. In this embodiment, the total pending storage number designation command command C2XX (H) is transmitted not only during the execution of the game control but also when the power failure is restored (see step S43). The command C300 (H) is an effect control command (total pending storage count subtraction designation command) that designates that the total pending storage count is decremented by one. In this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits a total pending memory count subtraction designation command when subtracting the total pending memory count, but does not use the total pending memory count subtraction designation command, and does not use the total pending memory count subtraction designation command. When the stored number is subtracted, the combined pending storage number after the subtraction may be designated by a combined pending storage number designation command.

  Command D001 (H) is an effect control command (abnormal winning designation command) for instructing notification of abnormal winning.

  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 FIGS. 14 and 15, the display state of the lamp is changed, and the sound number data is output to the audio output board 70. To do.

  In the example shown in FIG. 14, the variation pattern command and the display result specifying command are commonly used for variable display of identification information on the first decorative symbol display 9a and variable display of identification information on the second decorative symbol display 9b. When the presentation control microcomputer 100 is configured to control the first decoration design display 9a and the second decoration design display 9b, the game control microcomputer 560 can control the production control microcomputer. The types of commands transmitted to 100 can be prevented from increasing. In addition, when controlling the effect parts such as the effect display device 9 that produces effects in accordance with the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits to the effect control microcomputer 100. It is possible to avoid increasing the types of commands that are executed.

  FIG. 16 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of the transmission timing of the effect control command. FIG. 16A shows an example when a start prize (first start prize or second start prize) occurs. The game control microcomputer 560 transmits the first start prize designation command (or the second start prize designation command), and then continuously transmits the total pending storage number designation command. Specifically, a first start winning designation command (or second start winning designation command) is transmitted in a game control process based on a timer interrupt, and then a combined pending storage number designation command is transmitted.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 16B, the game control microcomputer 560 receives a background designation command, a fluctuation pattern command, a special symbol identification command, a display result identification command, and a combined pending storage number subtraction designation command at the start of the fluctuation. Send. When the variable display time has elapsed, a symbol confirmation designation command is transmitted.

  Note that the order in which these commands are transmitted is not limited to the order shown in FIGS. 16A and 16B, and can be changed as appropriate.

  FIG. 17 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of bit assignment of input ports related to a switch for detecting a game ball in the game control microcomputer. As shown in FIG. 17, the bits 0 to 7 of the input port 0 include the count switch 23, the gate switch 32a, the winning port switches 33a, 39a, 29a, 30a, the second starting port switch 14a, and the first starting port, respectively. A detection signal of the switch 13a is input. The input port 0 is a part of the I / O port unit 57 shown in FIG.

  FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing an example of a special symbol process (step S27) program executed by the game control microcomputer 560 (specifically, the CPU 56) mounted on the main board 31. In the special symbol process, a process for controlling the first special symbol display 8a, the second special symbol display 8b, and the special winning opening is executed.

  In this embodiment, the special symbol process is used for both the first special symbol and the second special symbol. That is, the special symbol process is also shared.

  In the special symbol process, the CPU 56 detects that the first starting port switch 13a for detecting that the game ball has won the first start winning port 13 or that the game ball has won the second start winning port 14. If the second start opening switch 14a is turned on, that is, if the first start winning or the second starting winning is generated, the start opening switch passing process is executed. Specifically, the data of the input port 0 (see FIG. 17) is read and loaded into a predetermined area of the register or RAM 55, for example (step S311). Then, the bitwise AND operation of the loaded contents (loaded data) and C0 (H) is performed, and if the operation result is not 0 (step S312), the start port switch passing process is executed (step S313). . More specifically, the start port switch passing process is executed when the calculation result changes to a state of 1 (when it is 0 in the determination immediately before 2 ms and becomes 1 in this determination). . Then, any one of steps S300 to S310 is performed. C0 (H) is a value corresponding to the input bit of the detection signal from the first start port switch 13a and the second start port switch 14a of the input port 0. In this embodiment, the contents of the input port 0 are directly loaded. However, when the contents of the input port 0 are set in a predetermined area of the RAM 55 by the switch process (step S21), the area The contents of may be loaded. Further, the processing in step S312 may be replaced with an operation of performing exclusive OR with 00 (H) after masking bits 0 to 5 of the loaded contents (loaded data) (set to 0). .

  The processes in steps S300 to S307 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 or not to win. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (1 in this example) corresponding to 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 variable time timer for measuring the special symbol variable time is started. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (2 in this example) corresponding to step S302.

  Display result specifying command transmission process (step S302): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 2. Control for transmitting a display result specifying command to the production control microcomputer 100 is performed. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (3 in this example) corresponding to step S303.

  Special symbol changing process (step S303): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 3. 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), a special symbol is displayed by the timer (stop time timer). A time (symbol stop time) for stopping the stop symbol is set, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (4 in this example) corresponding to step S304.

  Special symbol stop process (step S304): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 4. The variable display on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b is stopped, and the stopped symbol is derived and displayed. In addition, control for transmitting a symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 is performed. When the symbol stop time has elapsed, if the big hit flag is set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S305 (5 in this example). If the big hit flag is not set, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S300 (0 in this example). 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.

  Preliminary winning opening opening process (step S305): This is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 5. In the pre-opening process for the big prize opening, control for opening the big prize opening is performed. Specifically, a counter (for example, a counter that counts the number of game balls that have entered the big prize opening) is initialized, and the solenoid 21 is driven to open the big prize opening. Also, the execution time of the special prize opening opening process is set by the timer, and the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S306 (6 in this example). 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 open process (step S306): This process is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 6. A control for transmitting an effect control command for round display during the big hit gaming state to the effect control microcomputer 100, a process for confirming the completion of the closing condition of the big prize opening, and the like are performed. If the closing condition for the big prize opening is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S305 (5 in this example). When all the rounds are completed, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value corresponding to step S307 (7 in this example).

  Big hit end process (step S307): executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is 7. 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, a process for setting a flag indicating the gaming state (for example, a probability change flag, a time reduction flag) is performed. Then, the internal state (special symbol process flag) is updated to a value (0 in this example) corresponding to step S300.

  19 and 20 are flowcharts showing the start port switch passing process in step S312. As shown in step S311, the logical product operation of the content loaded from the input port 0 (loaded data) and C0 (H) is performed and the operation result is not 0, that is, the first start switch 13a and the first switch In the start port switch passing process executed when at least one of the two start port switches 14a is in the ON state, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the bit 6 of the loaded data is 1 (step S211). . As shown in FIG. 17, when the second start port switch 14a is in the ON state, the detection signal input to bit 6 of the loaded data is 1 (high level). That is, the fact that bit 6 of the loaded data is 1 means that bit 6 of input port 0 has changed from 0 to 1. That is, it means that the second start port switch 14a is turned on.

  In addition, the fact that bit 6 of the loaded data is not 1 means that bit 7 of input port 0 has changed from 0 to 1. That is, it means that the first start port switch 13a is turned on.

  When the bit 6 of the input port 0 is 1, the CPU 56 sets data indicating “second” in the start port pointer (step S212). If bit 6 of input port 0 is not 1, data indicating “first” is set in the start port pointer (step S213).

  In this embodiment, a reserved memory number counter (first reserved memory number counter) that counts the first reserved memory number (the number of effective winning balls entered the first start winning opening 13), and a second reserved memory number (first 2 is a reserved memory number counter (second reserved memory number counter) that counts (the number of effective winning balls that have entered the start winning port 14). The start port pointer is set with data indicating the address of the first reserved memory number counter or the address of the second reserved memory number counter. That is, the data indicating “first” set in the start port pointer indicates the address of the first reserved memory number counter, and the data indicating “second” indicates the address of the second reserved memory number counter. The start port pointer is formed in the RAM 55. A first reserved memory number counter and a second reserved memory number counter are also formed in the RAM 55. “Formed in RAM” means an area in the RAM. Instead of the start port pointer, data indicating “first” or “second” may be set in a register inside the game control microcomputer 560.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the reserved storage number counter indicated by the start port pointer is 4 (step S214A). If the value of the reserved memory number counter is 4, the process proceeds to step S239. If the value of the reserved memory number counter is not 4, the CPU 56 increments the value of the reserved memory number counter indicated by the start port pointer by 1 (step S214B). Specifically, when the starting port pointer indicates “first”, the value of the first reserved memory number counter indicating the first reserved memory number is incremented by 1, and the starting port pointer indicates “second”. If it is, the value of the second reserved memory number counter indicating the second reserved memory number is incremented by one. Then, the CPU 56 increments the value of the total pending memory number counter indicating the total pending memory number, which is the sum of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number (step S215).

  In addition, the CPU 56 corresponds to the value of the total reserved storage number counter in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) for storing the winning order to the first start winning opening 13 and the second start winning opening 14. Data indicated by the start port pointer is set in the area (step S216). Specifically, when the start port pointer indicates “first”, data indicating “first” is set, and when the start port pointer indicates “second”, “second” is set. Set the data indicating. In this case, when there is no corresponding reserved memory (when neither data indicating “first” nor data indicating “second” is set), the reserved memory specifying information storage area (holding specified area) is stored. Is set to 00 (H). In the reserved storage specifying information storage area (hold specified area), data corresponding to the data (address data) indicated by the start port pointer may be set in an area corresponding to the value of the total reserved storage number counter. . For example, in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area), the CPU 56 sets 01 (H) as data corresponding to the data indicating “first” when the start port pointer indicates “first”. When the start port pointer indicates “second”, 02 (H) is set as data corresponding to the data indicating “second”.

  FIG. 21A is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a reserved storage specifying information storage area (holding specified area). As shown in FIG. 21 (A), an area corresponding to the maximum value (8 in this example) of the value of the total reserved memory number counter is secured in the reserved specific area. FIG. 21A shows an example in which the value of the total pending storage number counter is 5. As shown in FIG. 21A, an area corresponding to the maximum value (8 in this example) of the value of the total reserved memory number counter is secured in the reserved specific area. Data indicating “first” or “second” is set in the order of winning based on winning in the 2-start winning opening 14. Therefore, the order of winning to the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 is stored in the hold storage specifying information storage area (hold specifying area). Note that the reserved specific area is formed in the RAM 55.

  When the variable display of the second special symbol is always executed with priority over the variable display of the first special symbol, if there is at least one second reserved memory, regardless of the presence or absence of the first reserved memory Since the variable display of the second special symbol is always executed, and control is performed so that the variable display of the first special symbol is executed only when there is no second reserved memory and there is only the first reserved memory. As long as the winning order of the winning opening 13 alone and the winning order of the second starting winning opening 14 can be specified, it is not always necessary to specify the winning order to the first starting winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14. For this reason, when the variable display of the second special symbol is always executed with priority, the reserved storage specifying information storage area (holding specified area) may not be provided.

  FIG. 21B is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of an area (hold buffer) for storing a random number or the like corresponding to the hold memory. As shown in FIG. 21B, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the first reserved storage number is secured in the first reserved storage buffer. In the second reserved storage buffer, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value of the second reserved storage number (4 in this example) is secured. The first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer are formed in the RAM 55.

  The CPU 56 extracts a software random number (a counter value for generating a big hit type determination random number, etc.) and a random R (a big hit determination random number), and uses them as an extracted random number value as the first reserved storage buffer. And the process of storing in the storage area in the holding storage buffer indicated by the start port pointer of the second holding storage buffer (step S217). Specifically, when the start port pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 stores the software random number and random R in the storage area corresponding to the value indicated by the first reserved memory number counter of the first reserved memory buffer. When the start port pointer indicates “second”, the software random number and random R are stored in the storage area corresponding to the value indicated by the second reserved memory number counter of the second reserved memory buffer.

  In the first reserved memory number buffer, each storage area corresponding to the first reserved memory number is a continuous address area. In the second reserved memory number buffer, each save area corresponds to the second reserved memory number. The storage area is a continuous address area. In this case, the CPU 56 recognizes the head address of the reserved memory number buffer (the first reserved memory number buffer or the second reserved memory number buffer) based on the data indicated by the start port pointer. Then, the software random number and the random R are stored in the storage area using a value obtained by multiplying the number of data per one hold memory (the number of each random number) by the hold memory number (value indicated by the hold memory number counter) as an offset value.

  In step S217, the CPU 56 extracts the values of MR1 to MR4 (see FIG. 8) as software random numbers, and extracts the random R by reading the count value of the random number circuit 503. Further, each of the first to eighth areas in the reserved specific area illustrated in FIG. 21A further includes two storage areas for storing the extracted random number values (a storage area corresponding to the first reserved memory and A storage area corresponding to the second reserved storage) may be formed. In the case of such a configuration, the CPU 56 confirms the value of the total pending storage number counter in the process of step S217, and the area (first through first) in the pending specific area corresponding to the count value (total pending storage number). In any of the eighth areas), the random number value is stored in a storage area corresponding to the start winning opening identified as having been won (corresponding to the data of the start opening pointer). Alternatively, without providing a total pending storage number counter, each time the process of step S217 is executed, the value of the first pending storage number counter and the value of the second pending storage number counter are added, and the pending specification corresponding to the total value is added. In the area (any one of the first to eighth areas) in the area, the random number value is stored in the storage area corresponding to the start winning opening identified as having won. In the configuration in which the total pending storage number counter is provided, it is not necessary to perform processing (arithmetic processing) for adding the value of the first reserved memory number counter and the value of the second reserved memory number counter, and the number of processes can be reduced. In the configuration in which the memory number counter is not provided, the capacity of the RAM 55 can be reduced.

  Next, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the start winning designation command indicated by the start port pointer (step S218). Specifically, when the starting port pointer indicates “first”, a first starting winning designation command is transmitted, and when the starting port pointer indicates “second”, the second starting winning specification is specified. Send a command. Also, a total pending storage number designation command is transmitted (step S219). Note that the total pending storage number designation command may be transmitted before the first start prize designation command or the second start prize designation command.

  When transmitting an effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100, the CPU 56 sets the address of a command transmission table (preliminarily set for each command in the ROM) corresponding to the effect control command as a pointer. 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). Further, the value of the total pending storage number counter is set in the EXT data of the total pending storage number designation command.

  The CPU 56 may execute the process of setting the address of the command transmission table corresponding to the effect control command in the pointer before or after the process of step S212, or before or after the process of step S213.

  In step S219, the total reserved memory number designation command is configured to be transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and the reserved memory number indicated by the start port pointer is indicated. A pending storage number designation command may be transmitted. Further, only the start winning designation command may be transmitted in step S218, and the total pending storage number designation command may not be transmitted in step S219.

  If the start port pointer indicates “second” (step S221), it is checked whether bit 7 of the loaded data is 1 (step S222). If bit 7 of the loaded data is 1, data indicating “first” is set in the start pointer (step S223), and the process proceeds to step S214A. When both the bits 6 and 7 of the loaded data are 1 by the processing of steps S221 to S223, that is, when both the first start port switch 13a and the second start port switch 14a are turned on. After the processing of steps S214A to S219 is executed for the second start port switch 14a corresponding to bit 7, the processing of steps S214A to S219 is executed for the first start port switch 13a corresponding to bit 6 immediately. It will be.

  In this embodiment, when both the first start port switch 13a and the second start port switch 14a are turned on, both switches are turned on by the process executed within 2 ms. A process based on this is executed. Therefore, for example, even if a situation occurs in which the period during which the switch that has detected the game ball has the detection signal turned on is extremely short, the processing based on the switch being turned on can be completed with certainty. In addition, since the processing of steps S214A to S219 based on both switches being turned on is completed within 2 ms (within 1 timer interrupt processing), random numbers are extracted before the software random number increases by one. Is done. Therefore, an accurate software random number value corresponding to the winning timing can be extracted.

  When the start port pointer does not indicate “second”, or when the start port pointer indicates “second” but bit 7 of the loaded data is not 1, the process proceeds to step S231.

  In step S231, it is checked whether both bit 6 and bit 7 of the loaded data are 1. If bit 6 and bit 7 of the loaded data are both 1, the start port pointer is cleared (step S239), and the process ends. That is, when both the first start port switch 13a and the second start port switch 14a are in the on state, the processes after step S232 are not executed. That is, the fact that both the first start port switch 13a and the second start port switch 14a are in the on state means that in the specifying process (the process for specifying which start winning port 13, 14 has been won). Since a situation in which an erroneous determination has been made does not occur, it is possible to perform confirmation processing (steps S232 to S238) as to whether or not the result of the specific processing is consistent with the state of the detection signal input to the input port. Then, the start port pointer is cleared and the process is terminated.

  When both the bit 6 and the bit 7 of the loaded data are not 1 (when only one of the bits 6 and 7 is 1), the CPU 56 indicates that the start pointer indicates “second”. It is confirmed whether or not (step S232). When the start port pointer indicates “second”, it is confirmed whether or not the bit 6 of the input port 0 to which the detection signal of the second start port switch 14a is input is 1 (step S233). In the processing of steps S211, S212, when the bit 6 of the input port 0 is 1, “second” is set in the start port pointer. Therefore, when the start pointer indicates “second”, bit 6 of input port 0 should be 1. If bit 6 of input port 0 is 1, it is determined that the input port input is normal, and the process proceeds to step S239.

  If the bit 6 of the input port 0 is not 1, it is inconsistent with the determination result in step S211, so that the start port pointer is cleared again to execute the determination process in step S211 again (step S237). ) After reading the data of the input port 0 (see FIG. 17) and loading it into a predetermined area of the register or RAM 55, for example (step S238), the process proceeds to step S211. Note that the value of the second reserved memory number counter is incremented by 1 in step S214B, and the value of the total pending memory number counter is incremented by 1 in step S219, so that it is returned to the value before being incremented by 1. That is, the value of the second reserved memory number counter and the value of the total reserved memory number counter are set to -1 (step S234).

  When the start port pointer does not indicate “second”, that is, when it indicates “first”, bit 7 of the input port 0 to which the detection signal of the first start port switch 13a is input is 1. Whether or not (step S235). In the processing of steps S211, S213, when the bit 7 of the input port 0 is 1, “first” is set to the start port pointer. Therefore, when the start pointer indicates “first”, bit 7 of input port 0 should be 1. If bit 7 of input port 0 is 1, it is determined that input port input detection is normal, and the process proceeds to step S239.

  If bit 7 of input port 0 is not 1, it is inconsistent with the determination result in step S211, so that the processing of steps S237 and S238 is performed again to execute the determination processing of step S211 again. The process proceeds to step S211. Since the value of the first reserved memory number counter is incremented by 1 in step S214B and the value of the total pending memory number counter is incremented by 1 in step S219, the value is returned to the value before +1. That is, the value of the first reserved memory number counter and the value of the total reserved memory number counter are set to -1 (step S236).

  In this embodiment, after the game control microcomputer 560 executes a specifying process (a process for specifying which start opening has been won) based on the detection signal input to the input port 0, When the result of the specific process and the state of the detection signal input to the input port do not match, the specific process is executed again, so whether the winning to the first start port 13 has occurred or not to the second start port 14 It is determined reliably whether or not a prize has occurred. For example, if a winning is made to the first start port 13 when the first reserved memory number is 4 which is the upper limit value, the winning is not regarded as a valid start winning, but the first start When it is determined that the winning at the mouth 13 is the winning at the second starting port 14, the value of the second reserved memory number is increased (when the second reserved memory number is not 4 which is the upper limit value). ). In other words, although it should not be a valid start prize, it will be a valid start prize. In this embodiment, the possibility of such a situation is reduced.

  However, it may not be configured to execute the specific process again. In such a configuration, the processes in steps S231 to S238 may not be executed. In this case, the program capacity is reduced as compared with the case where the specific process is executed again. In the case where the specific process is not performed again, the program is configured to shift to step S239 instead of the process to shift to step S231 in FIG.

  In addition, in order to prevent a situation in which the specific process is repeatedly executed indefinitely, after the specific process is repeatedly executed a predetermined number of times (for example, twice), the process of steps S231 to S238 is not executed, and the reserved storage specifying information The data stored in the storage area and the random number value stored in the reserved storage number buffer may be cleared, and the start port switch passing process may be terminated. By doing so, it is possible to prevent a situation in which the specific process is repeatedly executed indefinitely due to the influence of noise or the like and the gaming machine does not operate.

  Further, the specific process may not be executed again after the processes of steps S231 to S238 are executed. In that case, when the process of step S238 is executed, the start port switch passing process is terminated. Note that the contents of the storage area corresponding to the value of the pending storage number counter before being subtracted in the processes of steps S234 and S236 are the random numbers newly extracted when the processes of steps S214B and S216 are subsequently executed. However, when the process of step S238 is executed and the start port switch passing process is terminated (the same applies to the case where the process of step S238 is executed and the process proceeds to step S211 as in this embodiment). As a precaution, the contents of the storage area corresponding to the value of the pending storage number counter before being subtracted in the processing of steps S234 and S236 may be cleared.

  In addition, when the process after step S211 is performed again, if the process of step S218, S219 is performed again, a start winning designation | designated designation | designated command and a total pending | holding storage number designation | designated command will be transmitted twice. In order to avoid such a situation, when it is determined with certainty whether a winning at the first starting port 13 or a winning at the second starting port 14 has occurred, a start winning designation command and What is necessary is just to comprise so that a total pending storage number designation command may be transmitted.

  In this embodiment, the subroutine of step S313 is executed after the processing of steps S311 and S312. However, the subroutine of step S313 is not executed, and the processing of steps S311 and S312 is continued. The process of steps S211 to S239 may be executed when it is determined in step S312 that N (that is, there is a start prize).

  In the start port switch passing process, first, data indicating “first” indicating that the process is executed for the first start winning port 13 or the process for the second start winning port 14 is executed. Data indicating “second” is set in the start port pointer. In the subsequent processing, processing corresponding to the data set in the start port pointer is executed. For example, taking the process of step S214B as an example, specifically, the first reserved memory number counter and the second reserved memory number counter are formed at consecutive addresses in the RAM 55, and the first at the beginning of the process of step S214B. The address of the reserved memory number counter is set in the register, and the value set in the start port pointer in the register (for example, the data indicating “first” is “0” and the data indicating “second” is “1”). ”) Is added, the value of the register after the addition is used as the address of the RAM 55, and 1 is added to the data at that address. According to such processing, the target of the addition processing is the first reserved memory number counter when the data indicating “first” is set in the start port pointer, and indicates “second” in the start port pointer. When data is set, it is a second reserved memory number counter. That is, in one addition process, the value of the reserved memory number counter corresponding to the start winning opening that is turned on is automatically incremented by one. In other words, the processing for both start winning awards is made common.

  In addition, although the process of step S214B was taken as an example here, the process can be shared for the processes of step S216 and step S218. For example, data corresponding to the first start winning prize (address of the first reserved storage number buffer or command transmission table address of the first start winning designation command) is set in the register, and the start pointer is set in the register. By adding the value as an offset and setting the data based on the value of the register after the addition (in the case of step S216) and specifying the address of the command transmission table (in the case of step S218), one process is performed. , Data setting processing and command transmission table address designation can be performed.

  Further, in this embodiment, the case where the first reserved memory number buffer and the second reserved memory number buffer are separately provided is described as an example, but the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number are common. A reserved storage number buffer may be provided. FIG. 22 is an explanatory diagram of a configuration example of a common reserved memory number buffer provided in common for the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number. As shown in FIG. 22, the common reserved storage number buffer includes eight areas obtained by combining the reserved storage specifying information storage area and the random value storage area. In the common reserved storage number buffer, consecutive addresses are assigned to the reserved storage specific information storage area and the random value storage area.

  When the common reserved memory number buffer is used, the CPU 56 increments the value of the reserved memory number counter indicated by the start port pointer by 1 in step S214B, increments the value of the total reserved memory number counter by 1 in step S215, and then proceeds to step S216. Instead of the above process, a process of setting the data indicated by the start port pointer in the reserved storage specifying information storage area at the head of the empty area of the common reserved storage number buffer is executed. Specifically, the CPU 56 determines the position of the pointer that specifies the address of the data storage destination based on the total number of reserved memories (which may be obtained by adding the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number each time). By updating, data is set in the reserved storage specific information storage area at the head of the empty area of the common reserved storage number buffer.

  When specifying the head of the free area of the common reserved memory number buffer, for example, the value obtained by multiplying the total number of reserved memories by the number of data stored in the common reserved memory number buffer per one reserved memory (that is, the A value obtained by adding one storage specific information storage area) is obtained as an address offset value, and the pointer is updated according to the obtained offset value. For example, in the example shown in FIG. 22, two data storage areas, that is, a reserved storage specifying information storage area and a random value storage area, are provided in one common reserved storage number buffer. Therefore, a value obtained by adding 1 (that is, one reserved storage specific information storage area) to the value obtained by doubling the total number of reserved storage is obtained as an address offset value, and the pointer is updated according to the obtained offset value. For example, when the total number of pending storages is 3, as shown in FIG. 22, the reserved storage specific information storage area corresponding to the offset value + 7 (a value obtained by doubling the total pending storage number 3 and adding 1). Set the data to. In this case, when the start port pointer indicates “first”, data indicating “first” is set in the reserved storage specific information storage area, and when the start port pointer indicates “second”. Sets data indicating “second” in the reserved storage specific information storage area. In addition, for example, in the common pending storage number buffer, a total of three of the reserved storage specific information saving area per reserved memory and two random value saving areas (for example, for the big hit type determination random number and for the big hit determination random number) When a data storage area is provided, a value obtained by adding 1 (that is, one area of the reserved storage specific information storage area) to the value obtained by multiplying the total number of the reserved storage by 3 is obtained as an address offset value. The pointer may be updated according to the offset value.

  Further, when the initial position of the pointer for designating the data storage destination address is the first area of the common reserved memory number buffer (the reserved storage specific information storage area for the reserved storage 1 shown in FIG. 22), the CPU 56 May be obtained as an offset value of an address by multiplying the total number of pending storages by the number of data stored in the common pending storage number buffer per one pending storage. For example, in the example shown in FIG. 22, a value obtained by doubling the total number of pending storages may be obtained as an address offset value. Then, the CPU 56 may control to update the pointer by setting the position of the pointer to a position moved by an offset value from the initial position. In addition, for example, in the common pending storage number buffer, a total of three of the reserved storage specific information saving area per reserved memory and two random value saving areas (for example, for the big hit type determination random number and for the big hit determination random number) If a data storage area is provided, a value obtained by multiplying the total number of pending storages by three may be obtained as an address offset value.

  Further, instead of the process of step S217, the CPU 56 extracts software random numbers (counter values for generating big hit determination random numbers, etc.) and random R (big hit determination random numbers), and extracts them. A process of storing as a random value in a random value storage area at the head of an empty area of the common reserved storage number buffer is executed. Specifically, after setting the data in the reserved storage specific information storage area, the CPU 56 updates the position of the pointer that designates the address by one, and stores the random value in the random value storage area at the address pointed to by the updated pointer. Is stored. Note that the CPU 56 may perform the same processing for the number of types of random number values to be stored.

  23 and 24 are flowcharts showing the special symbol normal process (step S300) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol normal process, the CPU 56 confirms the value of the total pending storage number (step S51). Specifically, the count value of the total pending storage number counter is confirmed. If the total pending storage number is 0, the process is terminated.

  If the total reserved memory number is not 0, the CPU 56 checks the value of the second reserved memory number (step S52). Specifically, the count value of the second reserved memory number counter is confirmed. If the second reserved memory number is 0, the CPU 56 has a special symbol pointer (a flag indicating whether special symbol process processing is being performed for the first special symbol or special symbol process processing is being performed for the second special symbol). Is set to data indicating "first" (step S53). If the second reserved memory number is not 0, data indicating “second” is set in the special symbol pointer (step S54). By the processing of steps S52 to S54, on the condition that the second reserved memory number is not 0, control is performed so that the variation display of the second special symbol is performed in preference to the variation display of the first special symbol.

  In addition, only when the gaming state is the short-time state or the probability-changing state (only when the state is the short-time state, only when the probability-changing state, or only when the state is the short-time state or the certainty-changing state), Control may be performed so that the change display is prioritized. That is, the gaming state is confirmed, and when the gaming state is the normal state, the first special symbol and the second special symbol are displayed in the order in which the start winnings are generated (the processing of steps S52 to S54 described above is performed). However, when the gaming state is the short-time state or the probability variation state, control is performed so that the variation display of the second special symbol is performed in preference to the variation display of the first special symbol. In this case, since the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is released at a high frequency in the short-time state or the probability changing state, and there is a high possibility that many game balls will win the second starting winning hole 14, the second starting winning hole 14 The occurrence probability of the invalid start prize (occurrence of the second start prize that occurs after the second reserved memory number reaches 4) is increased, but the change display of the second special symbol is displayed in the short time state or the probability variation state. By executing with priority, it is possible to reduce the occurrence of invalid start winnings at the second starting winning port 14.

  In this embodiment, the case where the variable display of the second special symbol is always executed with priority given that the second reserved memory number is not 0 will be described. However, the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number are described. It may be determined which of the stored number is larger than the stored number, and the special symbol corresponding to the one with the larger stored number is preferentially executed. For example, in step S52, it is confirmed whether or not the first reserved memory number is larger than the second reserved memory number. If the first reserved memory number is larger than the second reserved memory number, the process proceeds to step S53 and the first special symbol is displayed. If the first reserved memory number is not larger than the second reserved memory number, the process proceeds to step S54 and the second special symbol variable display is preferentially executed. Also good. In this case, when the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number are the same number, the variable display of the first special symbol may be preferentially executed, or the second special symbol may be executed. The change display may be executed with priority. With such a configuration, it is possible to preferentially execute the variable symbol display corresponding to the larger one of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number. In addition, since it is possible to preferentially start the fluctuation based on the winning at the start winning opening having the larger number of stored memories, it is possible to reduce the occurrence of the invalid starting winning at the starting winning opening.

  In the RAM 55, the CPU 56 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved storage number = 1 indicated by the special symbol pointer, and stores it in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55 (step S55). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 determines each disturbance stored in the storage area corresponding to the first reserved memory number = 1 in the first reserved memory number buffer. The numerical value is read and stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55. In addition, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the CPU 56 reads each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = 1 in the second reserved memory number buffer. And stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55.

  Then, the CPU 56 decrements the count value of the reserved storage number counter indicated by the special symbol pointer and shifts the contents of each storage area (step S56). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 decrements the count value of the first reserved storage number counter by 1 and shifts the contents of each storage area. When the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the count value of the second reserved memory number counter is decremented by 1, and the contents of each storage area are shifted.

  That is, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 saves the first reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the first reserved memory number buffer of the RAM 55. Are stored in the storage area corresponding to the first reserved memory number = n−1, and m (m = 2 to 8) th of the reserved memory specifying information storage area (holding specified area). Are stored in the (m−1) th area. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, it is stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the second reserved memory number buffer of the RAM 55. Each random number value is stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = n−1, and is also stored in the m (m = 2 to 8) th area of the reserved memory specifying information storage area (holding specified area). Are stored in the (m−1) th area.

  Therefore, the order in which each random value stored in each storage area corresponding to each first reserved memory number (or each second reserved memory number) is extracted is always the first reserved memory number (or (Second reserved storage number) = 1, 2, 3, 4 in order.

  When the common reserved memory number buffer as shown in FIG. 22 is used, in step S52, the CPU 52 confirms whether the second reserved memory number is 0 by checking the count value of the second reserved memory number counter. Or the second reserved memory number is 0 by checking whether or not data indicating “second” is set in each reserved memory specific information storage area of the common reserved memory number buffer. It may be confirmed whether or not. If the second reserved storage number is 0, the CPU 56 sets data indicating “first” in the special symbol pointer (see step S53). If the second reserved memory number is not 0, data indicating “second” is set in the special symbol pointer (see step S54).

  Next, for example, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, in step S55, the CPU 56 stores the first reserved storage specifying information in which data indicating “first” in the common reserved storage number buffer is stored. An area may be specified, and each random value stored in the random value storage area corresponding to the next address of the specified reserved storage specifying information storage area may be read and stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM. Further, for example, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, in step S55, the CPU 56 stores the first reserved storage specifying information storing data indicating “second” in the common reserved storage number buffer. An area may be specified, and each random value stored in the random value storage area corresponding to the next address of the specified reserved storage specifying information storage area may be read and stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM. Then, in step S56, the contents of the reserved storage specific information storage area and the random value storage area after the random address storage area corresponding to the specified reserved storage specific information storage area and the next address may be shifted.

  In the special symbol normal process, first, data indicating “first” indicating that the process is executed for the first start winning opening 13, that is, “first” indicating that the process is executed for the first special symbol. ”Or“ second ”indicating that the process is performed on the second special symbol, that is,“ second ”indicating that the process is performed on the second start winning opening 14. Data is set in the special symbol pointer. In the subsequent processing in the special symbol process, processing corresponding to the data set in the special symbol pointer is executed. Therefore, the process of steps S300 to S310 can be made common between the case where the first special symbol is the target and the case where the second special symbol is the target.

  Thereafter, the CPU 56 decreases the value of the total pending storage number by one. That is, 1 is subtracted from the count value of the total pending storage number counter (step S57). Thereafter, the CPU 56 confirms the current gaming state based on the setting status of the flags indicating the gaming state (probability change flag, time reduction flag, chance mode flag), and performs control to transmit a background designation command corresponding to the current gaming state. Execute (step S58). Specifically, when the probability change flag and the time reduction flag are set, a probability change state background designation command is transmitted, and when the time reduction state is set, a time reduction state background designation command is transmitted and the chance mode flag is set. When set, a chance mode state background designation command is transmitted, and when no flag is set, a normal state background designation command is transmitted.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads a random R (a jackpot determination random number) from the random number buffer area (step S61), and executes a jackpot determination module (step S62). The jackpot determination module compares a jackpot determination value (see FIG. 9) determined in advance with a random number for determining the jackpot, and if they match, executes a process of determining that the jackpot (ordinary jackpot or probability variation jackpot) It is a program.

  When the gaming state is the probability variation state (that is, when the probability variation flag is set), the CPU 56 determines the jackpot determination value in the table in which the jackpot determination value as shown in FIG. 9B is set. When the gaming state is a normal state or a short-time state (that is, a non-probability change state) (that is, when the probability change flag is not set), a jackpot determination value as shown in FIG. 9A is set. The big hit judgment value in the table that is being used is used.

  When it is determined to be a big hit (step S63), the process proceeds to step S71. Note that determining whether or not to win a jackpot means determining whether or not to shift to the jackpot gaming state, but in the stop symbol in the first special symbol display 8a or in the second special symbol display 8b. It is also to determine whether or not the stop symbol is a jackpot symbol.

  In step S71, the CPU 56 sets a big hit flag. Then, the big hit type determination random number is read from the random number buffer area (step S72), and based on the big hit type determination random number, using the big hit type determination table shown in FIG. (Probability change "," second probability change "," third probability change "," surprising accuracy ") are determined (step S73). When the jackpot type is determined, one of the jackpot symbols (“3”, “5”, “7”, “8”) as the stop symbol of the special symbol corresponding to the jackpot type is determined. In this embodiment, as described above, when the 7-round probability variation big hit (“first probability variation”) is determined, the stop symbol becomes the probability variation symbol (“3”). In addition, when the probability variation big hit (“second probability variation” “third probability variation”) of 15 rounds is determined, the stop symbol becomes the probability variation symbol (“7”). In addition, when the sudden probability variation big hit (“surprise accuracy”) is determined, the stop symbol suddenly becomes the probability variation symbol (“5”). When 15 rounds of normal big hit (“normal”) are determined, the stop symbol becomes the normal big hit symbol (“8”). The jackpot type determination table is divided into a table for the first special symbol and a table for the second special symbol, so that the CPU 56 indicates that the data indicated by the special symbol pointer is “ It is confirmed whether it is “first” or “second”, and a table for determining the jackpot type is selected.

  When it is determined that the probability variation jackpot of round 7 or round 15 is determined, the CPU 56 depends on the probability variation jackpot flag and the probability variation jackpot type ("first probability variation", "second probability variation", "third probability variation"). The flag (7R big hit flag when the first likelihood variable big hit is determined, and “15R big hit flag when the second positive or negative big hit is decided) is set (steps S74 and S75). . If the sudden probability change big hit is determined, the sudden probability big hit flag is set (steps S76 and S77). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S301) (step S83).

  When the big hit is not made (N in Step S63), the CPU 56 reads out the random symbol for determining the symbol from the random number buffer area (Step S81), and determines the stop symbol based on the random symbol for determining the symbol outside (Step S82). In this case, the off symbol (“2”, “4”, “6”, “9”, “−”) is determined. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S301) (step S83).

  In this embodiment, as shown in steps S55 to S82, each random number read process and each counter are performed when the first special symbol variation display is performed and when the second special symbol variation display is performed. The update process (see steps S55 to S57) and the jackpot determination process (see steps S61 to S82) have been shown in common, but may be configured as separate processes.

  Further, in this embodiment, it is determined whether or not to make a big hit based on a big hit determination random number, and when it is decided to make a big hit, a predetermined big hit type based on the big hit type determining random number (i.e., Usually big hit, 1st probability variation big hit, 2nd probability variation big hit, 3rd probability variation big hit, sudden probability variation big hit) are determined. Based on the big hit judgment random number It may be determined.

  Next, a determination table (FIGS. 25 to 33) used for selecting a variation pattern in the CPU 56 will be described.

  The determination table stored in the ROM 54 includes jackpot variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132I shown in FIGS. 25 (A) to (F) and FIGS. 26 (A) to (C). The jackpot variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132I indicate that when the variable display result is determined to be “big hit”, the variation pattern type is determined according to the decision result of the jackpot type. It is a table referred to in order to determine any of a plurality of types based on the random value MR3. Each of the big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132I is, for example, whether the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a probable variation state, or a short-time state in accordance with the table selection setting as shown in FIG. Depending on the determination result of the jackpot type, it is selected as a usage table. Each of the big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132I has a variation pattern type depending on whether the determination result of the big hit type is “normal”, “first probability variation” to “third probability variation”, or “surprising probability”. The random number MR3 for determination is changed to normal CA3-1, super CA3-2 to super CA3-8, super CB3-1 to super CB3-5, special CA4-1, special CA4-2, special CB4-1, special CB4. -2, data for determination to be assigned to any one of the variation patterns of special CC4-1 and special CC4-2.

  Here, as an example, focusing on the case where the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the normal state, the big hit variation pattern type determination table shown in FIG. 25A used when the big hit type is “normal”. In the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132B shown in FIG. 25B used when the big hit type is “first probability variation”, the variation with respect to the variation pattern type of normal CA3-1 or super CA3-2 is used. The assignment of the random number MR3 for determining the pattern type is different. In the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132A, the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is assigned to the variation pattern type of the super CA3-3, while in the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132B, the super CA3. The random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is not assigned to the variation pattern type -3. On the other hand, in the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132A, the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is not assigned to the variation pattern type of the super CA 3-4, while in the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132B, the super CA3 is selected. The random pattern value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is assigned to the variation pattern type -4. In this way, paying attention to the case where the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is one of the normal state, the probability variation state, and the short-time state, the variation pattern type determination table for big hit that is selected according to the big hit type in the gaming state 132A to 132D (selected in the normal state), big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132E to 132H (selected in the probability variation state), big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132C, 132I (in the short time state) When the selection) is compared with each other, the allocation of the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type for each variation pattern type is different according to the jackpot type, and the variation pattern type is different for the variation pattern type depending on the jackpot type. A random number value MR3 for determination is assigned. As a result, it is possible to determine different variation pattern types according to the determination result as to which of the plurality of types of jackpot types, and it is possible to vary the ratio determined for the same variation pattern type.

  In particular, in the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132D, 132H, 132I used when the big hit type is “surprise”, for example, special CA4-1, special CA4-2, special CB4-1, special CB4-2, special When the big hit type is other than “surprising”, such as CC4-1 or special CC4-2, the random number value for determining the variation pattern type is not assigned to the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type. MR3 is assigned. As a result, when the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “surprise”, when the control is set to the two round big hit state, the variation pattern type is determined to be different from the case of controlling to the 15 round big hit state. can do.

  As another example, focusing on the case where the jackpot type is determined to be “normal”, the jackpot shown in FIG. 25 (A) used when the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state or a short-time state. The fluctuation pattern type determination table 132A for use and the big hit change pattern type determination table 132E shown in FIG. 25 (E) used when the gaming state is a probabilistic change state, change patterns of normal CA3-1 and super CA3-2 The assignment of the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type to the type is different. In addition, in the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132A, the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is assigned to the variation pattern type of the super CA3-3, while in the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132E, the super CA3. The random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is not assigned to the variation pattern type -3. Thus, paying attention to the case where the jackpot type is determined as one of “normal”, “first probability variation” to “third probability variation”, or “surprise probability”, it is selected according to the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 Jackpot variation pattern type determination tables 132A and 132E (selected when “normal”), jackpot variation pattern type determination tables 132B and 132F (selected when “first probability variation” or “third probability variation”), When the big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132C and 132G (selected when “second probability variation”) and the big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132D, 132H and 132I (selected when “surprise probability”) are compared with each other, the pachinko game Determine the variation pattern type for each variation pattern type according to whether the gaming state in the machine 1 is a normal state, a short-time state, or a probable variation state. Are different random value assignment of MR3 of, also, may be assigned a random number value MR3 for determining variation pattern type for different variation pattern type according to the playing state. This makes it possible to determine different variation pattern types depending on whether the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a short-time state or a probable variation state, and is determined to be the same variation pattern type. The ratio can be varied.

  The determination table stored in the ROM 54 includes reach determination tables 134A to 134C shown in FIGS. The reach determination tables 134A to 134C indicate whether or not the variable display state of the effect symbol is set to the reach state when the variable display result is determined to be “lost”. 2 is a table referred to for determination based on 2. Each reach determination table 134A to 134C is used depending on whether the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the normal state, the probability variation state, or the short-time state, for example, according to the table selection setting as shown in FIG. Selected as a table. Each reach determination table 134A to 134C includes a random number MR2-2 for determination of reach as non-reach HA1-1 to non-reach HA1-5, non-reach HB1-1, non-reach HB1-2, non-reach HC1-1, Determination to be assigned to any one of the determination result indicating that the reach state is not reached such as non-reach HC1-2 and the determination result indicating the reach state such as reach HA2-1 to reach HA2-3, reach HB2-1, reach HC2-1 It consists of data for business.

  Here, for example, in the setting of the reach determination table 134A shown in FIG. 27A, the reach determination random number MR2-2 for the reach determination corresponding to the case where the total reserved storage number (total reserved storage number) is “0”. Among these, values in the range of “1” to “204” are assigned to the determination results of the non-reach HA 1-1, while values in the range of “205” to “239” are assigned to the determination results of the reach HA 2-1. Corresponding to the case where the total pending storage number is “1”, “1” to “217”, which are larger than the number of random number values assigned to the non-reach HA 1-1 among the random number values MR2-2 for reach determination. Are assigned to the non-reach HA1-2 decision result. Further, corresponding to the case where the total number of pending storage is “2”, the number of random numbers MR2-2 for reach determination is larger than the number of random numbers assigned to the non-reach HA1-1 and the non-reach HA1-2. A value in the range of “1” to “220” is assigned to the determination result of the non-reach HA 1-3. The non-reach HA1 of the reach determination random numbers MR2-2 corresponding to the case where the total pending storage number is “3” or “4” or any of “5” to “8”, respectively. A value in the range of “1” to “230”, which is larger than the number of random values assigned to each of the determination results of −1 to non-reach HA 1-3, is used as the determination result of non-reach HA 1-4 or non-reach HA 1-5. assign. With such a setting, when the total pending storage number is equal to or greater than a predetermined number (for example, “3”), it is determined that the variable symbol display state of the effect symbol is set to the reach state compared to when the total number is less than the predetermined number. The ratio is lower. If the average special figure fluctuation time in the fluctuation pattern corresponding to “non-reach” is set to be shorter than the average special figure fluctuation time in the fluctuation pattern corresponding to “reach”, When the reserved storage number is equal to or greater than the predetermined number, the average special figure fluctuation time can be shortened as compared to when the number is less than the predetermined number.

  The determination table stored in the ROM 54 includes reach variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135C shown in FIGS. The reach variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135C include a plurality of variation pattern types based on the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type when the variable display state of the effect symbol is determined to be the reach state. A table that is referenced to determine one of the types. Each of the reach variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135C is selected as a use table in accordance with a determination result indicating reach state such as reach HA2-1 to reach HA2-3, reach HB2-1, reach HC2-1. The That is, the reach variation pattern type determination table 135A is selected as a usage table according to the determination results of the reach HA2-1 to the reach HA2-3, and the reach variation pattern type determination table 135B according to the determination result of the reach HB2-1. Is selected as the usage table, and the reach variation pattern type determination table 135C is selected as the usage table in accordance with the determination result of the reach HC2-1. Each of the reach variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135C has a reach determination result indicating whether the reach state is the reach HA2-1 to the reach HA2-3, the reach HB2-1, or the reach HC2-1. The random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is composed of determination data assigned to any one of the variation pattern types of normal CA2-1, super CA2-2, super CA2-3, super CB2-1, and super CB2-2. Has been.

  Here, for example, in the setting of the reach variation pattern type determination table 135A shown in FIG. 28A, “1” to “1” among the random value MR3 for variation pattern type determination corresponding to the determination result of the reach HA2-1. A value in the range of “128” is assigned to the variation pattern type of normal CA2-1, while other random values are assigned to the variation pattern types of super CA2-2 and super CA2-3. Corresponding to the determination result of reach HA2-2, a value in the range of “1” to “170” among the random number MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is assigned to the variation pattern type of normal CA2-1. Further, in accordance with the determination result of reach HA 2-3, a value in the range of “1” to “182” among the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is assigned to the variation pattern type of normal CA2-1. The determination result of the reach HA 2-1 is that the reach determination random number MR 2-2 corresponds to the case where the total pending storage number is “0” by the setting of the reach determination table 134 A shown in FIG. Assigned. As the determination result of the reach HA2-2, the random number value MR2-2 for determining the reach is assigned in accordance with the case where the total pending storage number is “1” or “2”. The determination result of the reach HA2-3 corresponds to the case where the total pending storage number is “3” or “4” or any one of “5” to “8”. A random value MR2-2 is assigned. With these settings, the fluctuation pattern of the normal CA 2-1 in which the “normal” reach effect is executed when the total pending storage number is equal to or greater than a predetermined number (for example, “1”) as compared to when the total number is less than the predetermined number. The rate determined for the type increases. And the average special figure fluctuation time in the fluctuation pattern that executes the “normal” reach production is set to be shorter than the average special figure fluctuation time in the fluctuation pattern that executes the reach production other than “normal”. If this is the case, the average special figure fluctuation time can be shortened when the total pending storage number is equal to or greater than the predetermined number, compared to when the total number is less than the predetermined number.

  The determination table stored in the ROM 54 includes non-reach variation pattern type determination tables 136A to 136C shown in FIGS. The non-reach variation pattern type determination tables 136A to 136C indicate that when it is determined that the variable display state of the effect symbol is not the reach state, the variation pattern type is determined based on the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type. It is a table that is referred to in order to determine one of a plurality of types. The non-reach variation pattern type determination tables 136A to 136C include non-reach HA1-1 to non-reach HA1-5, non-reach HB1-1, non-reach HB1-2, non-reach HC1-1, and non-reach HC1-2. It is selected as a use table according to the determination result indicating that the reach state is not set. That is, the non-reach variation pattern type determination table 136A is selected as a use table according to the determination results of the non-reach HA1-1 to non-reach HA1-5, and the determination results of the non-reach HB1-1 and the non-reach HB1-2. Accordingly, the non-reach variation pattern type determination table 136B is selected as the use table, and the non-reach variation pattern type determination table 136C is selected as the use table according to the determination results of the non-reach HC1-1 and non-reach HC1-2. The In the non-reach variation pattern type determination tables 136A to 136C, the determination result indicating that the reach state is not set is non-reach HA1-1 to non-reach HA1-5, non-reach HB1-1, non-reach HB1-2, non-reach HC1. -1 and non-reach HC1-2, the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is determined as non-reach CA1-1 to non-reach CA1-4, non-reach CB1-1 to non-reach CB1-. 3 and determination data to be assigned to any of the variation pattern types of non-reach CC1-1 to non-reach CC1-3.

  The determination table stored in the ROM 54 includes hit variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137C shown in FIGS. 30 (A), (B) and FIG. The hit variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137C are used to determine the variation pattern according to the determination result of the big hit type or the variation pattern type when the variable display result is determined to be “big hit”. This table is referred to in order to determine one of a plurality of types based on the random value MR4. Each of the variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137C is selected as a usage table according to the determination result of the variation pattern type. That is, the hit variation pattern determination table 137A is selected as the use table in accordance with the determination result that the variation pattern type is one of normal CA3-1 and super CA3-2 to super CA3-8, and the variation pattern type is super CB3. -1 to Super CB3-5, the hit variation pattern determination table 137B is selected as a use table according to the determination result, and the variation pattern type is special CA4-1, special CA4-2, special CB4-1, The hit variation pattern determination table 137C is selected as the use table in accordance with the determination result indicating that one of the special CB4-2, the special CC4-1, and the special CC4-2. Each of the winning variation pattern determination tables 137A to 137C includes a random number MR4 for determining the variation pattern according to the variation pattern type, and a plurality of types of variation patterns corresponding to the case where the variable display result of the effect symbol is “big hit”. It consists of decision data to be assigned to either.

  The determination table stored in the ROM 54 includes loss variation patterns 138A and 138B shown in FIGS. The loss variation pattern determination tables 138A and 138B indicate the variation pattern according to whether or not to reach the reach state and the determination result of the variation pattern type when the determination that the variable display result is “lost” is made. This table is referred to in order to determine one of a plurality of types based on the random number MR4 for determining the variation pattern. Each loss variation pattern determination table 138A, 138B is selected as a use table in accordance with the determination result of the variation pattern type. That is, in the determination result that the variation pattern type is any one of non-reach CA1-1 to non-reach CA1-4, non-reach CB1-1 to non-reach CB1-3, non-reach CC1-1 to non-reach CC1-3. Accordingly, the loss variation pattern determination table 138A is selected as the usage table, and the variation pattern type is determined to be one of normal CA2-1, super CA2-2, super CA2-3, super CB2-1, super CB2-2. The loss variation pattern determination table 138B is selected as a usage table according to the result. The loss variation pattern determination table 138A corresponds to the case where the random display value MR4 for determining the variation pattern is “lost” and the variable display mode is “non-reach” according to the variation pattern type. Data for determination to be assigned to any one of the plurality of types of variation patterns. The loss variation pattern determination table 138B corresponds to the random pattern MR4 for determining the variation pattern according to the variation pattern type when the variable display result of the effect symbol is “losing” and the variable display mode is “reach”. It consists of data for determination assigned to one of a plurality of types of variation patterns.

  Here, in the setting of the loss variation pattern determination table 138A shown in FIG. 32, non-reach PA1-4 to non-reach corresponding to the case of non-reach variation pattern types such as non-reach CA1-4 and non-reach CC1-2. A random number MR4 for determining a variation pattern is assigned to a variation pattern for executing a specific effect such as reach PA1-7. Also, corresponding to the variation pattern type of the non-reach CB1-2, a specific effect in which a value in the range of “1” to “100” among the random value MR4 for determining the variation pattern is “end of development chance eyes” is executed. Assigned to the fluctuation pattern of non-reach PA1-7. With such a setting, in response to the determination that the variable display result is “lost” and the determination that the variable display state of the production symbol is not the reach state, the variation pattern is set to non-reach PA1-4 to non-reach. It is possible to determine any one of the reach PAs 1-7 and execute an effect operation as a specific effect.

  For the variation pattern type of non-reach CA1-4, in non-reach variation pattern type variation pattern 136A shown in FIG. 29A, out of random number MR3 for determining the variation pattern type, non-reach HA1. A value in the range of “217” to “241” is assigned corresponding to −1, and a value in the range of “230” to “241” is assigned to correspond to non-reach HA1-2. Values in the range of “231” to “241” are assigned corresponding to the reach HA1-3, and “237” to “241” corresponding to the non-reach HA1-4 and the non-reach HA1-5, respectively. A range value is assigned. Here, with respect to the determination result of the non-reach HA 1-1, in the reach determination table 134A shown in FIG. 27 (A), the reach determination randomness corresponds to the case where the total pending storage number is “0”. A value in the range of “1” to “204” is assigned to the numerical value MR2-2. For the determination result of non-reach HA1-2, in the reach determination table 134A, the total pending storage number corresponds to “1”, and “1” to “217” among the random numbers MR2-2 for determination of reach. A value in the range is assigned. For the determination result of non-reach HA1-3, in the reach determination table 134A, the total pending storage number corresponds to “2” and “1” to “220” among the random numbers MR2-2 for determination of reach. A value in the range is assigned. For the determination result of the non-reach HA1-4, in the reach determination table 134A, the total pending storage number corresponds to “3”, “4”, and “1” of the reach determination random number MR2-2. A value in the range of “230” is assigned. For the determination result of the non-reach HA 1-5, in the reach determination table 134A, the total pending storage number corresponds to “5” to “8”, and “1” of the reach determination random number MR2-2. A value in the range of “230” is assigned. Therefore, when the total pending storage number is “1” or “2”, the ratio determined as the variation pattern type of the non-reach CA1-4 is larger than that when the total pending storage number is “0”. Lower. When the total pending storage number is “3”, “4”, or “5” to “8”, the total pending storage number is “0”, or “1” or “2” Compared with the case of "", the ratio determined as the variation pattern type of non-reach CA1-4 is low.

  In the example of the fluctuation pattern shown in FIG. 10, the special figure fluctuation time in the fluctuation pattern of the non-reach PA1-1 in which the specific effect is not executed is 5.75 seconds, and the special figure fluctuation time in the fluctuation pattern of the non-reach PA1-2. 3.75 seconds, and the special figure fluctuation time in the fluctuation pattern of non-reach PA1-3 is 1.50 seconds. On the other hand, the special figure variation time in the variation pattern of the non-reach PA1-4 in which the “slip” specific effect is executed is 8.25 seconds, and the non-reach PA1 in which the “pseudo-continuous” specific effect is executed. The special figure fluctuation time in the fluctuation pattern of −5 is 16.70 seconds, the special figure fluctuation time in the fluctuation pattern of the non-reach PA 1-6 in which the specific effect of “normal notice” is executed is 7.75 seconds, The special figure change time in the change pattern of the non-reach PA 1-7 in which the specific effect “end of development opportunity end” is executed is 9.25 seconds. That is, the special figure change time in the variation pattern in which the specific effect is executed corresponding to “non-reach” is longer than the special figure change time in the change pattern in which the specific effect is not executed. When the total number of pending storages is “1” or more, the ratio determined as the variation pattern type of the non-reach CA 1-4 that executes the specific effect is lower than when it is “0”. In addition, when the total pending storage number is “3” or more, the ratio determined as the variation pattern type of the non-reach CA 1-4 is lower than that when it is less than “3”. Thus, when the total pending storage number is equal to or greater than the predetermined number, the average special figure variation time can be shortened compared to when the total pending storage number is less than the predetermined number.

  With the setting of the loss variation pattern determination table 138B shown in FIG. 33, the variation for executing the “normal” reach effect such as normal PA2-1 to normal PA2-4 corresponding to the case where the variation pattern type is normal CA2-1. A random value MR4 for determining a variation pattern is assigned to the pattern. Corresponding to the case of the variation pattern type of super CA2-2, the variation pattern for executing the reach effect α1 such as super PA3-1 to super PA3-4 and the reach effect such as super PA3-5 to super PA3-8. A random value MR4 for determining a variation pattern is assigned to the variation pattern for executing α2. Corresponding to the case where the variation pattern type is Super CA2-3 or Super CB2-1, the random value MR4 for determining the variation pattern is included in the variation pattern for executing the reach effect β1 such as Super PB3-1 to Super PB3-5. Assigned.

  In addition, with respect to a variation pattern that executes a specific effect of “pseudo-continuous”, such as a variation pattern of super PA 3-4, super PA 3-8, and super PB 3-4, for example, The variation pattern type is classified according to the type of effect operation in the reach effect executed based on the fact that the variable display state becomes the reach state. That is, since the fluctuation pattern of the super PA 3-4 is a fluctuation pattern for executing the reach effect α1, it corresponds to the case where the fluctuation pattern type of the super CA 2-2 is set in the loss fluctuation pattern determination table 138B shown in FIG. Thus, the random value MR4 for determining the variation pattern is assigned. Since the variation pattern of the super PA 3-8 is a variation pattern for executing the reach effect α2, the variation pattern determination table 138B corresponds to the variation pattern type of the super CA 2-2. The random value MR4 is assigned. Since the variation pattern of the super PB 3-4 is a variation pattern for executing the reach effect β1, it corresponds to the case where the variation pattern type of the super CA 2-3 or the super CB 2-1 is set in the loss variation pattern determination table 138B. A random value MR4 for determining a variation pattern is assigned.

  For the variation pattern types of normal CA 2-1 and super CA 2-2, the variation pattern type determination is performed in any of the reach variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135C shown in FIGS. A random value MR3 is assigned. Further, the random pattern value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is assigned to the variation pattern type of the super CA2-3 in the reach variation pattern type determination tables 135A and 135C shown in FIGS. ing. For the variation pattern type of the super CB2-1, a random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is assigned in the reach variation pattern type determination table 135B shown in FIG. As described above, in the reach variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135C shown in FIGS. 28A to 28C, the effect in the reach effect executed based on the fact that the variable display state of the effect symbol is in the reach state. Table data (determination data) is configured so that it can be determined as one of the variation pattern types classified according to the type of operation. Further, in the reach variation pattern type determination tables 135A to 135C, after the specific effect of “pseudo-continuous” is executed, the effect operation in the reach effect that is executed based on the fact that the variable display state of the effect symbol becomes the reach state. The table data is configured so that it can be determined as one of the variation pattern types classified by type.

  34 and 35 are flowcharts showing the variation pattern setting process (step S301) in the special symbol process. In the variation pattern setting process, the CPU 56 first determines whether or not the big hit flag is on (step S91). At this time, if the big hit flag is on (Y in step S91), the table selection shown in FIG. According to the setting, any one of the big hit variation pattern type determination tables 132A to 132I is selected and set as a use table for determining one of a plurality of variation pattern types (step S92).

  When the big hit flag is OFF in step S91 (N in step S91), based on whether the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the normal state, the probability variation state, or the short-time state, FIG. According to the table selection setting shown, one of the reach determination tables 134A to 134C is selected and set as a use table for determining whether or not the variable display state of the effect symbol is set to the reach state (step S95). At this time, the total pending storage number is specified by reading the total pending storage number count value, for example (step S96). Subsequently, the random value MR2-2 for reach determination is read (step S97). Then, based on the reach determination random value MR2-2 read in step S97, the presence or absence of the reach state is determined by referring to one of the reach determination tables 134A to 134C set in step S95 (step S95). S98).

  When the reach determination result indicating that the reach state is present is obtained in step S98 (Y in step S99), the reach HA2-1 to reach HA2-3, reach HB2-1, and reach HC2-1 in step S98. Reaching variation pattern type determination table shown in FIGS. 28A to 28C as a use table for determining one of a plurality of variation pattern types in accordance with each determination result with a reach state such as a determination result. One of 135A to 135C is selected and set (step S100A). On the other hand, when the reach determination result indicating that there is no reach state is obtained in step S98 (N in step S99), non-reach HA1-1 to non-reach HA1-5 and non-reach HB1 in step S98. -1, non-reach HB1-2, non-reach HC1-1, non-reach HC1-2, and the use for determining the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types according to each determination result without reach state As the table, any one of the non-reach variation pattern type determination tables 136A to 136C shown in FIGS. 29A to 29C is selected and set (step S100B).

  After executing any of the processes of steps S92, S100A, and S100B, the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is read (step S101A). Then, based on the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type read out in step S101A, by referring to the use table set in any one of steps S92, S100A, and S100B, the variation pattern type is selected from any of a plurality of types. (Step S101B).

  Here, in the processing of steps S101A and S101B, the variation pattern of the effect symbol corresponding to the special symbol game executed using the first special symbol by the first special symbol indicator 8a based on the establishment of the first start condition. Whether to determine the type, or to determine the variation pattern type of the effect symbol corresponding to the special symbol game executed using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display 8b based on the fact that the second start condition is established Regardless, the variation pattern type is determined to be one of a plurality of types using numerical data indicating the common random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type updated by a common random counter or the like. Further, in the processing of steps S101A and S101B, regardless of the determination result of the presence or absence of the reach state in step S98, the numerical data indicating the common random number MR3 used for determining the variation pattern type is used to change by the common processing module. The pattern type can be determined as one of a plurality of types. As an example, in the process of step S101B, the variation pattern type may be determined with reference to the determination table stored in the address of the ROM 54 set in the determination table pointer.

  After the variation pattern type is determined in step S101B in this way, based on the determination result of the variation pattern type, FIG. 30 and FIG. , (B) and the variation variation determination tables 137A to 137C shown in FIG. 32 and the variation variation determination tables 138A and 138B shown in FIGS. 32 and 33 are selected and set (step S101C). ). Subsequently, the random value MR4 for determining the variation pattern is read (step S101D). Then, based on the random value MR4 for determining the variation pattern read out in step S101D, the variation pattern is determined as one of a plurality of types by referring to the variation pattern determination table set in step S101C (step S101E). .

  Here, in the processing of steps S101D and S101E, the variation pattern of the effect symbol corresponding to the special symbol game executed using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display 8a based on the establishment of the first start condition. Whether or not the second special symbol display 8b determines the variation pattern of the production symbol corresponding to the special symbol game executed using the second special symbol based on the fact that the second start condition is satisfied. Instead, the variation pattern is determined to be one of a plurality of types using numerical data indicating the common random value MR4 for determining the variation pattern updated by a common random counter or the like. Further, in the processing of steps S101D and S101E, the variation pattern is detected by the common processing module using the numerical data indicating the common random value MR4 for determining the variation pattern regardless of the determination result of the presence or absence of the reach state in step S98. Can be determined as one of a plurality of types. As an example, in the process of step S101E, the variation pattern may be determined with reference to the determination table stored at the address of the ROM 54 set in the determination table pointer.

  Thereafter, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a variation pattern command (see FIG. 14) corresponding to the variation pattern determined in step S101E to the effect control microcomputer 100 (step S102). Note that the special symbol variation time (variable display time) is determined by the processing in step S101E.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a symbol variation designation command indicating the variation of the special symbol (step S103). Specifically, when data indicating “first” is set in the special symbol pointer, the CPU 56 transmits a first symbol variation designation command indicating the variation of the first special symbol, and the special symbol pointer is transmitted to the special symbol pointer. When the data indicating “second” is set, a second symbol variation designation command indicating the variation of the second special symbol is transmitted. It should be noted that the processing for setting the symbol variation designation command transmission table may be executed after the processing of steps S53 and S54. In this case, since it is not necessary to determine whether the change of the special symbol is the change of the first special symbol or the change of the second special symbol in step S103, the burden of the determination process of the game control microcomputer 560 is reduced. The number of programs can be reduced.

  Note that the processing in step S102 may be executed after the processing in step S103. That is, the control for transmitting the variation pattern command may be executed after the control for transmitting the symbol variation designation command.

  Then, according to the setting of the special symbol pointer, the first special symbol or the second special symbol is changed (step S104). For example, a start flag referred to in the special symbol display control process in step S33 is set. Note that in the special symbol display control process of step S33 without using the start flag or the end flag, when the variation of the special symbol is controlled based only on the value of the special symbol process flag, in step S106, the CPU 56 A flag indicating whether the first special symbol or the second special symbol is changed may be set. Further, a value corresponding to the variation time corresponding to the selected variation pattern is set in the variation time timer formed in the RAM 55 (step S105). Note that the region (variation time timer) in which the variation time is set is the same regardless of whether the variation of the first special symbol or the variation of the second special symbol is performed. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the display result specifying command transmission process (step S302) (step S106).

  In this embodiment, the special symbol process is used for both the first special symbol and the second special symbol. That is, the special symbol process is also shared. Therefore, an area for storing the special symbol process processing program in the ROM 54 is also saved. In addition, for example, the variable time timer (formed in the RAM 55) set in step S105 is shared by the first special symbol and the second special symbol, which leads to a capacity saving of the RAM 55.

  FIG. 36 is a flowchart showing the display result specifying command transmission process (step S302). In the display result specifying command transmission process, the CPU 56 transmits an effect control command (see FIG. 14) of one of display result 1 designation to display result 6 designation according to the determined loss / big hit or big hit type. Take control. Specifically, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S110). If it is not set, control is performed to transmit a display result 1 designation command (step S118). When the big hit flag is set, when the probability variation big hit flag is set, control is performed to transmit one of the display results 3 to 5 designation command (steps S111 and S112). That is, when the first probability variable big hit flag is set, the display result 3 designation command is transmitted. When the second probability variation big hit flag is set, the display result 4 designation command is transmitted. When the third probability variation jackpot flag is set, control for transmitting a display result 5 designation command is performed. If the probability variation jackpot flag is not set and the probability variation jackpot flag is not suddenly set, control for transmitting a display result 2 designation command is performed (steps S113 and S114). When the sudden probability big hit flag is set, control for transmitting a display result 6 designation command is performed (step S115).

  Next, a total pending storage number subtraction designation command designating that the total pending storage number is subtracted by 1 is transmitted (step S119). Instead of transmitting the total pending storage number subtraction designation command, a total pending storage number designation command for designating the total pending storage number after subtraction may be transmitted.

  Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol changing process (step S303) (step S120).

  FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing the special symbol changing process (step S303) 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 symbol stop time (stop time of the special symbol stop symbol; For example, 1 second) is set and started (step S123). Then, the CPU 56 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the special symbol stop process (step S304) (step S124). If the variable time timer has not timed out, the process ends.

  FIG. 38 is a flowchart showing the special symbol stop process (step S304) 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 the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b. In step S130, the stop symbol is derived and displayed. When data indicating “first” is set in the special symbol pointer, the variation of the first special symbol is terminated, and when data indicating “second” is set in the special symbol pointer. The variation of the second special symbol is terminated. Further, control is performed to transmit a symbol confirmation designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 (step S131).

  Note that the symbol confirmation designation command is a common command that is used when both the first special symbol and the second special symbol are designated to stop, but the first special symbol designation (stop) is designated. A symbol confirmation designation command and a second symbol confirmation designation command for designating stop (determination) of the second special symbol may be provided. In this case, for example, at the time of Y in step S122, it may be specified whether the special symbol pointer indicates “first” or “second” and the corresponding symbol confirmation designation command is transmitted. Further, in the process of step S132, it may be specified whether the special symbol pointer indicates “first” or “second” and a corresponding symbol confirmation designation command is transmitted.

  Next, the CPU 56 subtracts 1 from the value of the stop time timer (step S132A), and checks whether the value of the stop time timer has become 0 (timed out) (step S132B). When the value of the stop time timer is not 0 (when not timed out), the processing is terminated as it is. When the value of the stop time timer becomes 0, the processing after step S133A is executed. The symbol confirmation designation command is set only when the symbol confirmation designation command is transmitted, so that the symbol confirmation designation command is transmitted only once when the stop symbol is derived and displayed (see step S131). After that, the process of step S131 is not executed.

  Next, the CPU 56 confirms whether or not the big hit flag is set (step S133D). If it is set, the CPU 56 resets the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag (step S134), and performs control to transmit a jackpot start designation command (step S135). Specifically, when the 7R jackpot flag is set, a jackpot start 2 designation command is transmitted. When the 15R jackpot flag is set, a jackpot start 3 designation command is transmitted. If it is set, a big hit 4 designation command is transmitted, and if the 7R big hit flag, 15R big hit flag, and sudden probability variable big hit flag are not set, a big hit start 1 designation command is transmitted.

  Also, a value corresponding to the big hit display time (time for notifying that the big hit has occurred, for example, in the effect display device 9) is set in the big hit display time timer (step S136). Note that the jackpot display time is different for the 15-round jackpot and the 2-round jackpot. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the pre-payment opening pre-processing (step S305) (step S139).

  When the big hit flag is not set (N in Step S133D), the CPU 56 checks whether or not the time reduction flag is set (Step S139A). If it is set, 1 is subtracted from the hour / hour counter for counting the number of times of display of the special symbol and the decorative symbol in the short-time state (step S139B). (Step S139C). If the value of the time reduction counter is 0, the time reduction flag is reset (step S139D). In this embodiment, the time reduction state is continued until the transition of the special symbol 100 times is completed after the transition to the time reduction state.

  Then, 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 S140).

  In the big winning opening opening pre-processing, when the big hit display time timer is set, the CPU 56 controls to open the big winning opening when the big hit display time timer times out, and sets the big winning opening opening time timer. A value corresponding to the opening time (for example, 29 seconds in the case of a normal big hit and a probable big hit, and 5 seconds in the case of a sudden probable big hit) is set, and the value of the special symbol process flag is processed during the big prize opening opening ( Update to a value corresponding to step S306). The case where the big hit display time timer is set is the case before the start of the first round. When an interval timer (timer for determining the interval time between rounds) is set, when the interval timer times out, control is performed to open the big prize opening, and the opening time ( For example, a value corresponding to 29 seconds is set for a normal big hit and a probable big hit, and 5 seconds is set for a sudden big change big win), and the special symbol process flag value is set during the big winning opening opening process (step S306). Update to a value corresponding to.

  In the process during opening of the big prize opening, the CPU 56 does not finish the final round when the big prize opening time timer times out or the number of winning balls to the big prize opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, 10). In this case, control for closing the special winning opening is performed, a value corresponding to the interval time is set in the interval timer, and the value of the special symbol process flag is set to a value corresponding to the pre-opening process for the special winning opening (step S305). Update. When the final round (7 rounds, 15 rounds, or 2 rounds) is completed, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot end process (step S307).

  FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing the jackpot end process (step S307) in the special symbol process. In the jackpot end process, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the jackpot end display timer is set (step S150). If the jackpot end display timer is set, the process proceeds to step S154. If the jackpot end display timer is not set, the jackpot flag is reset (step S151), and control for transmitting a jackpot end designation command is performed (step S152). Here, when the probability variation jackpot flag is set, a jackpot end 2 designation command is transmitted, and when the probability variation jackpot flag is set suddenly, a jackpot end 3 designation command is transmitted, and the probability variation jackpot flag and the sudden probability variation When the jackpot flag is not set, a jackpot end 1 designation command is transmitted. Then, a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time during which the big hit end display is performed on the effect display device 9 (big hit end display time) is set in the big hit end display timer (step S153), and the processing is ended. It should be noted that the count switch detection time shown in FIG. 39 is a sufficient time for the game ball to be detected by the count switch 23 after winning the winning ball. 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.

  In step S154, 1 is subtracted from the value of the big hit end display timer. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the value of the jackpot end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the jackpot end display time has elapsed (step S155). If not, the process ends. If it has elapsed, it is confirmed whether or not the probability variation big hit flag is set (step S156).

  If the probability variation jackpot flag is set, the set flags (probability variation jackpot flag and 7 round jackpot flag or 15 round jackpot flag) are reset (step S157), the probability variation flag is set, and the gaming state is probabilistically changed. (Step S158). Next, the CPU 56 sets a time reduction flag (step S159). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S160).

  When the probability variation jackpot flag is not set (N in step S156), it is confirmed whether or not the probability variation jackpot flag is suddenly set (step S161). When the sudden probability change big hit flag is set, the set flag (abrupt probability change big hit flag) is reset (step S162), the probability change flag is set, and the gaming state is shifted to the positive change state (step S158). Next, the CPU 56 sets a time reduction flag (step S159). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S160).

  If the sudden probability big hit flag has not been set (N in Step S161), the CPU 56 sets a predetermined value (100 in this embodiment) to the hour / count counter (Step S164). Also, a time reduction flag is set (step S159). In other words, in this embodiment, after the big hit gaming state is ended, the gaming state is controlled to the time-saving state until the predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) of the variable display is ended. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (step S300) (step S160).

  FIG. 40 is a flowchart 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 the main process executed when power supply to the gaming machine is started (see step S44 in FIG. 6). 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 5 or more (step S585). The state where the value of the special symbol process flag is 5 or more is a state where a big hit game is being played. In such a state, there is a possibility that a game ball may win the big winning opening, so it is not confirmed that an abnormal winning has occurred in the big winning opening. That is, if the value of the special symbol process flag is 5 or more, the abnormal winning notification process is terminated.

  If the value of the special symbol process flag is less than 5 (a state where no big hit game is played), the CPU 56 determines that the value of bit 0 of the input port 0 (the input bit of the detection signal from the counter switch 23) is 0 to 1. It is confirmed whether or not it has changed to (step S586). When the bit 7 or the bit 6 of the input port 0 changes from 0 to 1 (that is, when the counter switch 23 is turned on), the CPU 56 determines that an abnormal winning at the big winning opening has occurred, and the effect control board 80 Then, control for transmitting an abnormal winning notification designation command is performed (steps S586 and S587). In the jackpot end process shown in FIG. 39, the special symbol process flag of the special symbol process flag after the count switch detection time (the time from when the game ball is won to the big winning opening until the count switch 23 is detected) elapses. The value is returned to 0. Therefore, the processing of steps S586 and S587 will not be executed before the game ball has won the big winning opening but is not detected by the count switch 23. In other words, the abnormal winning notification designation command is not transmitted even though the count switch 23 normally detects the game ball.

  When the counter switch 23 is turned on in the state where the big hit game is not performed by the above processing, an abnormal winning notification designation command is transmitted. 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.

  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 second start winning opening 14 is detected and notified. Control may also be performed (when the variable winning ball device 15 is open only when the second start winning port 14 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. The abnormal winning notification designation command is also transmitted when it is detected that the detection signal of the second start port switch 14a 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 process 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 processing, it may be determined that an abnormal winning has occurred based on detecting that the detection signal from the second start port switch 14a is turned on.

  Next, the display area of the liquid crystal screen (display screen) in the effect display device 9 will be described. FIG. 41 is an explanatory diagram showing a display area of the liquid crystal screen in the effect display device 9. As shown in FIG. 41A, a substantially square effect symbol display area 91 for variably displaying an effect symbol is formed at the center of a circular liquid crystal screen (display screen) in the effect display device 9. The effect symbol display area 91 is arranged in such a direction that one diagonal of a substantially square is in the vertical direction and the other diagonal is in the horizontal direction. In this embodiment, the effect symbol display area 91 includes three variable display areas (variable display portions) capable of variably displaying the effect symbols.

  The area surrounded by the outer periphery (outer edge) of the display screen of the effect display device 9 and the lower left side of the effect symbol display area 91 is the number-of-times display area 92. The number display area 92 displays information that can specify the total number of execution symbol temporary stop execution times and execution symbol derivation display execution times in a short time state (which may be a latent probability variation state). In the example shown in FIG. 41 (A), as information that can specify the total number of times, a specific number of times subtracted every time a temporary stop of the effect symbol and a derivation display of the effect symbol are executed (the number of times that the time-saving state can be continued: The remaining number from (100 times) is displayed. Specifically, immediately after the transition to the short-time state (immediately after the game of the non-probable big hit) is finished, “99 remaining” is displayed in the number display area 92, and the temporary stop of the effect symbol and the derivation display of the effect symbol are performed. Each time it is played, the number is decreased by 1 until it reaches “0 times remaining”. Therefore, strictly speaking, the information of the number of times displayed in the number of times display area 92 is information for indicating how many times the player will recognize that the time-short state continues (makes him / her think). However, in this embodiment, for convenience of explanation, the information on the number of times displayed in the number display area 92 is described as “information that can specify the total number of times”.

  In this embodiment, it is assumed that the effect symbol undergoes minute fluctuations in the temporary stop state of the effect symbol. For example, when the effect symbol is scrolled vertically, it is assumed that it is moving slightly in the vertical direction (vertical direction). Thus, even if a minute fluctuation is performed during the temporary stop of the effect symbol, it is difficult to distinguish it from a completely stopped state as long as the fluctuation is small. Therefore, the player cannot recognize that there is a difference between the number of fluctuations in which the actual time-saving state can be continued and the apparent number of times displayed in the number display area 92 (difficult to recognize). Is). In addition, the fluctuation fluctuation of the effect pattern is not limited to the fluctuation in the same direction as the scroll direction, and may be a fluctuation in a different direction. Further, the fluctuation fluctuation may not be performed during the temporary stop of the effect symbol.

  An area enclosed by the outer periphery of the display screen of the effect display device 9 and the lower right side of the effect symbol display area 91 is a summed hold storage display area 93. The total pending storage display area 93 displays a maximum of eight total pending storage numbers.

  FIG. 41B shows a modification of the liquid crystal screen (display screen) in the effect display device 9. The liquid crystal screen shown in FIG. 41A is formed in a circle, but the liquid crystal screen shown in FIG. 41B is formed in a square shape. The central part of the square liquid crystal screen is the effect symbol display area 91, the upper right oval area of the square liquid crystal screen is the number display area 92, and the lower part of the square liquid crystal screen is the lower part. This is the summed hold storage display area 93. In the following description, in order to make the display contents easy to understand, description will be made using a display example of a rectangular liquid crystal screen shown in FIG.

  Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. FIG. 42 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). . Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to a loop process for monitoring a 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 following effect control process.

  In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 first analyzes the received effect control command and performs a process of setting a flag according to the received effect control command (command analysis process: step S704). Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs 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.

  Next, the production control CPU 101 responds to the character that plays an active part today during the display of the demonstration screen (a character that has a high possibility of reaching or a big hit when it appears in a changing production or a notice production, specifically according to today's day of the week). Demo display processing for informing the user (step S706). Then, the effect control CPU 101 performs a first decorative symbol display control process (step S707). In the first decorative symbol display control process, display control of the first decorative symbol display 9a is executed. Further, a second decorative symbol display control process is performed (step S708). In the second decorative symbol display control process, display control of the second decorative symbol display 9b is executed. Further, a hold storage display control process for controlling the display state of the combined hold storage display area is executed (step S709). In addition, a random number update process for updating each random number for determining the effect design, the effect, etc. is executed (step S710). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S702.

  As in the special symbol process executed by the game control microcomputer 560, the first ornament symbol display control process and the second ornament symbol display control process are made common, that is, realized by one program module. Thus, the capacity of the program executed by the production control microcomputer 100 may be reduced. In this case, the production control microcomputer 100 changes either the first decorative symbol or the second decorative symbol based on the symbol variation designation command received from the game control microcomputer 560 in the common ornament symbol display control process. And control to output a display signal to the decorative symbol displays 9a and 9b corresponding to the specified decorative symbol.

  FIG. 43 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a command reception buffer for storing the effect control command 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, which command is an effect control command stored in the buffer area is analyzed.

  FIG. 44 is a flowchart showing the demo display process (step S706). In the demonstration display process, the production control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the customer waiting demo 1 designation command reception flag indicating that the customer waiting demo 1 designation command has been received is set (step S1740). The customer waiting demo 1 designation command reception flag is set in step S615B, which will be described later, and is reset at the start of variation of the effect symbol. When the customer waiting demonstration 1 designation command reception flag is set, control for displaying a demonstration screen on the effect display device 9 is executed (step S1741). As the demonstration screen, for example, a screen that prompts the user to press the operation button 120 as shown in FIG. 45B is displayed.

  Then, the production control CPU 101 shifts to a state waiting for input of the detection signal from the operation button 120 (step S 1742). When the detection signal from the operation button 120 is input, the effect control CPU 101 inputs a current time signal indicating the current date (month, day, day of the week) and time (hour / minute / second) from the real-time clock 353 (step S1743). . Then, the production control CPU 101 confirms the day of the week based on the current time signal from the real-time clock 353, and selects the notification content corresponding to the day of the week (step S1744). As the notification content, it is displayed that the character according to today's day of the week is active (step S1745). In other words, the player is notified that a character corresponding to today's day of the week is likely to reach reach or a big hit when the character appears in the notice effect, and that a symbol corresponding to today's day of the week is stopped (stopped as the left symbol) is likely to reach or hit. In the example shown in FIG. 45C, the characters “Expect the Moon Hero!” Are displayed to announce that the character “Moon” is active.

  In the demonstration display processing shown in FIG. 44, the current time signal from the real-time clock 353 is input to check today's day of the week. In processing, a current time signal from the real-time clock 353 may be input to confirm today's day of the week, and a flag (day of the week flag) corresponding to today's day of the week may be set. In this case, instead of the process of step S1743, the day of the week is determined by checking the day of the week flag. According to such a configuration, it is not necessary to input a signal from the real time clock 353 every time the demonstration display process is executed, and the process can be simplified. In other processes for inputting the current time signal from the real time clock 353 such as steps S731 and S741, which will be described later, instead of inputting the current time signal from the real time clock 353 and checking the current day of the week, the day of the week flag is set. You may make it check and determine today's day of the week.

  46, 47 and 48 are flowcharts showing a specific example of the command analysis process (step S704). The effect control command received from the main board 31 is stored in the reception command buffer, but in the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms the content of the command stored in the command reception buffer.

  In the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 101 first checks whether or not a reception command is stored in the command reception buffer (step S611). Whether it is stored or not is determined by comparing the value of the command reception number counter with the read pointer. The case where both match is the case where the received command is not stored. When the 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 an effect control command (background specifying command: 9500 (H) to 9502 (H)) for specifying the background in the effect display device 9 (Y in step S614A), the effect control CPU 101 A background corresponding to the gaming state (and effect mode) designated by the background designation command is displayed on the effect display device 9 (step S614B). In addition, a background designation flag corresponding to the gaming state (and effect mode) designated by the background designation command is set. As will be described later, an effect corresponding to the effect mode that can be specified by the background designation flag is executed.

  If the received effect control command is a customer waiting demonstration designation command (step S615A), the effect control CPU 101 sets a customer waiting demonstration designation command reception flag (step S615B).

  If the received effect control command is a variation pattern command (step S616), the effect control CPU 101 stores the variation pattern command in a variation pattern command storage area formed in the RAM (step S617). Then, a variation pattern command reception flag is set (step S618).

  If the received effect control command is a display result specifying command (step S619), the effect control CPU 101 stores the display result specifying command in a display result specifying command storage area formed in the RAM (step S620). . In addition, the effect control CPU 101 executes effect symbol determination processing for determining an effect symbol based on the content of the received display result designation command (step S621).

  If the received effect control command is a symbol confirmation designation command (step S622A), the effect control CPU 101 sets a confirmed command reception flag (step S622B).

  If the received effect control command is one of the jackpot start 1-4 designation commands (step S623), the effect control CPU 101 sets the jackpot start 1-4 designation command reception flag (step S624).

  If the received effect control command is the first symbol variation designation command (step S625), the first symbol variation designation command reception flag is set (step S626). If the received effect control command is the second symbol variation designation command (step S627), the second symbol variation designation command reception flag is set (step S628).

  If the received effect control command is a power-on specification command (initialization specification command) (step S629), the effect control CPU 101 displays on the effect display device 9 an initial screen indicating that the initialization process has been executed. Control is performed (step S630). The initial screen includes an initial display of predetermined production symbols. Further, an initial notification flag is set (step S631), and a value corresponding to the initial notification period value is set in the period timer (step S632). 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.

  Further, if the received production 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), and a power failure recovery flag is set (step S635).

  If the received effect control command is one of the jackpot end 1-3 designation commands (step S641), the effect control CPU 101 sets one of the jackpot end 1-3 designation command reception flags (step S642).

  If the received production control command is a combined pending storage number designation command (step S651), the production control CPU 101 uses the second byte data (EXT data) of the combined pending storage number designation command as a combined pending storage number storage area. (Step S652). If the CPU 101 for effect control receives the same total pending storage number designation command twice without receiving the total pending storage count subtraction designation command, it discards the first total pending storage count designation command received. (For example, the total pending storage number storage area is once cleared, and the EXT data of the total pending storage number designation command received second time may be stored in the total pending storage number storage area.

  If the received effect control command is the first start winning designation command (step S653), the effect control CPU 101 sets the first start winning flag (step S654). If the received effect control command is the second start winning designation command (step S655), the effect control CPU 101 sets the second start winning flag (step S656). If the received effect control command is a total pending storage number subtraction designation command (step S657), the effect control CPU 101 sets a total pending storage number subtraction designation command reception flag (step S658).

  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 S659). Then, control goes to a step S611.

  In addition, in step S219 of FIG. 19, instead of the process of transmitting the combined reserved memory number designation command to the production control microcomputer 100, a reserved memory number designation command indicating the number of reserved memories indicated by the start port pointer is transmitted. If configured as described above, in step S651, processing for storing the reserved storage number designation command in a predetermined storage area (holding storage number storage area) is performed.

  In addition, in step S219 of FIG. 19, when it is configured not to perform the process of transmitting the total pending storage number designation command to the production control microcomputer 100, in the case of N of step S645, the process of step S653 is performed. Transition. Then, the production control CPU 101 recognizes whether the first start prize or the second start prize has occurred based on the contents of the start prize designation command (first start prize designation command or second start prize designation command). (Steps S653, S655) When the first start winning is recognized, the data in the total pending storage number storage area is updated (updated to data corresponding to the value indicating the current total pending storage number). Then, the value of the first start winning counter is incremented by one. Further, when it is recognized that the second start winning is generated, the data in the total pending storage number storage area is updated and the value of the second start winning counter is incremented by one. According to such a configuration, it is not necessary to transmit the total pending storage number designation command, the number of commands can be reduced, and the processing load on the CPU 56 and the effect control CPU 101 can be reduced.

  FIG. 49 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the display state of the summed hold storage display area 93. As shown in FIGS. 49A and 49B, the total pending storage display area 93 displays a number of circles (up to 8) corresponding to the total pending storage number. The effect control microcomputer 100 causes the VDP 109 to display a circle so that the first reserved memory and the second reserved memory can be distinguished. For example, a circle corresponding to the first reserved memory is displayed in red, and a circle corresponding to the second reserved memory is displayed in green. Note that the first reserved memory and the second reserved memory may be displayed in the same manner (for example, in the same shape and the same color).

  FIG. 49 (C) shows an example of the display state of the total pending storage display area 93 at the time of power failure recovery. As shown in FIG. 49 (C), at the time of power failure recovery, a number of stars corresponding to the total number of pending storages is displayed in the total pending storage display area 93. FIG. 49D shows an example of the display state of the total pending storage display area 93 when the total pending storage number designation command is received from the game control microcomputer 560 but the start winning designation command cannot be received. ing. As shown in FIG. 49 (D), when the start winning designation command cannot be received, a blue circle is displayed in the total pending storage display area 93.

  As shown in FIG. 49C, at the time of power failure recovery, the production control microcomputer 100 displays a display corresponding to the original first reserved memory (first start winning memory) (in this example, a red circle is displayed). ) And the display corresponding to the second reserved memory (second start-up winning memory) (in this example, the display of the green circle) is a display of the number specified by the total reserved memory number designation command (this In the example, an asterisk) is displayed in the total pending storage display area 93. Therefore, it is possible to easily grasp that the gaming state has been restored by using the display of the total pending storage display area 93. In addition, if the display mode of the total pending storage display area 93 at the time of power failure recovery is different from the display mode corresponding to the original first reserved memory and the display mode corresponding to the second reserved memory, this embodiment It is not restricted to changing the shape of the displayed image. For example, the color may be changed without changing the shape, or the size may be changed.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 49D, when the start winning designation command cannot be received, the effect control microcomputer 100 displays the display corresponding to the original first reserved memory (in this example, a red circle). The image corresponding to the increased reserved memory is displayed in a manner different from the display corresponding to the second reserved memory (in this example, the display of the green circle). Therefore, it is possible to easily grasp that an abnormality has occurred regarding transmission / reception of the effect control command (in this example, the start winning designation command).

  Note that the display mode of the total pending storage display area 93 when the start winning designation command cannot be received is different from the display mode corresponding to the original first reserved memory and the display mode corresponding to the second reserved memory. If there is, it is not limited to changing the color of the displayed image as in this embodiment. For example, the shape (for example, a star) may be changed without changing the color, or the size may be changed.

  Further, when the start winning designation command cannot be received, a predetermined one of the red or green circles may be displayed. For example, when a start winning designation command cannot be received, a red circle may always be displayed in the total pending storage display area 93, or a green circle may always be displayed.

  Further, when the start winning designation command cannot be received, it may be determined randomly whether to display a red or green circle. For example, when the start winning designation command cannot be received, it is determined whether to display a red or green circle by a lottery process using a random number and display it in the total pending storage display area 93. Good.

  Further, when the start winning designation command cannot be received, it may be determined whether to display a red or green circle based on the number of reserved storage. For example, if the start winning designation command cannot be received and the first reserved memory number is the upper limit (4), the second starting prize designation command is to be received, so a green circle is displayed. You may make it display on the total pending | holding memory | storage display area 93. FIG. On the contrary, for example, when the second reserved memory number is the upper limit value (4), the first start winning designation command should be received, so a red circle is displayed in the total reserved memory display area 93. You may do it. Further, even if the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number is not the upper limit value, it is determined which of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number is larger, and the smaller reserved memory is supported. A color circle may be displayed. For example, if the first reserved memory number (for example, 2) is less than the second reserved memory number (for example, 3), a red circle may be displayed in the combined reserved memory display area 93. Conversely, it may be determined which of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number is larger, and a circle of a color corresponding to the larger reserved memory may be displayed.

  Further, when the start winning designation command cannot be received, it may be determined whether to display a red or green circle based on the total number of pending storage. For example, when the total number of reserved storage is large, the variable winning ball device 15 is in an open state, and it is easy to win the second start winning opening 14 (totally the first starting winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 It is often easy to win a prize. In this case, it is determined whether or not the total pending storage number is a predetermined value (for example, 4) or more. If the total pending storage number is equal to or greater than the predetermined value, a green circle is displayed in the total pending storage display area 93. If so, a red circle may be displayed in the summed hold storage display area 93.

  Further, when the start winning designation command cannot be received, it may be determined whether to display a red or green circle based on the gaming state. For example, the fact that the gaming state is in the high base state means that the frequency of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 being in the open state is increased and it is easy to win the second start winning opening 14 (the first start winning in total) In many cases, it is easy to win the entrance 13 and the second start winning opening 14. In this case, it is determined whether the gaming state is the high base state or the low base state. If the gaming state is the high base state, a green circle is displayed in the total pending storage display area 93. For example, a red circle may be displayed in the summed hold storage display area 93.

  FIG. 50 is an explanatory diagram showing characters associated with each effect symbol. As shown in FIG. 50, the character “Mon” indicating Monday is associated with the effect symbol “1”, and the character “Tue” indicating Tuesday is associated with the effect symbol “2”. “3” is associated with the character “Wed” indicating Wednesday, the production symbol “4” is associated with the character “Thursday” indicating Thursday, and the production symbol “5” is “Friday” indicating Friday. The character “Saturn” indicating Saturday is associated with the effect symbol “6”, and the character “Sun” indicating Sunday is associated with the effect symbol “7”.

  FIG. 41 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol determination process (step S621) in the command analysis process. In the effect design determination process, the effect control CPU 101 first checks whether or not a shift is specified by the display result specifying command (step S721). When the deviation is designated, it is confirmed whether or not the content of the variation pattern command is a variation pattern with reach (step S722). If it is not a variation pattern with reach, a reach-free determination process is executed (step S723). In the case of a variation pattern with reach, a reach / miss determination process is executed (step S724).

  If no deviation is specified in step S721, it is confirmed whether 15R jackpot is specified by the display result specifying command (step S725). If 15R jackpot is designated, 15R jackpot symbol determination processing is executed (step S726). If the 15R jackpot is not designated, it is confirmed whether or not the 7R jackpot is designated by the display result designation command (step S727). If 7R jackpot is designated, 7R jackpot symbol determination processing is executed (step S728). When the 7R jackpot is not designated (that is, when sudden probability variation jackpot is designated), the reach / loss determination process is executed (step S724). In other words, in this embodiment, the suddenly probabilistic symbol is the same symbol as the “out of reach reach symbol” and is determined in the reach / decrease determination process.

  FIG. 52 is an explanatory diagram showing a 7-round jackpot symbol and a 15-round jackpot symbol corresponding to the day of the week. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 52, when today's day of the week is Monday, “1” associated with Monday is a jackpot symbol of 15 rounds, and other symbols (“2” to “ 7 ”) is a 7-round jackpot symbol. If today's day is Tuesday, “2”, which corresponds to Tuesday, is a 15-round jackpot symbol, and the other symbols (“1”, “3” to “7”) are 7-round jackpot symbols. is there. In the case of today's Wednesday, “3” assigned to Wednesday is a 15-round jackpot symbol, and the other symbols (“1”, “2”, “4” to “7”) are 7-round jackpots. It is a design. When today's day is Thursday, “4” associated with Thursday is a 15-round jackpot symbol, and the other symbols (“1” to “3”, “5” to “7”) are 7 This is a round jackpot symbol. When today's day is Friday, “5” assigned to Friday is a 15-round jackpot symbol, and other symbols (“1” to “4”, “6” to “7”) are 7 This is a round jackpot symbol. If today's day of the week is Saturday, “6” assigned to Saturday is a 15-round jackpot symbol, and the other symbols (“1” to “5” “7”) are 7-round jackpot symbols. is there. When today's day is Sunday, “7” associated with Sunday is a 15-round jackpot symbol, and the other symbols (“1” to “6”) are 7-round jackpot symbols.

  In this embodiment, the display mode (shape, color, etc., especially color) of the effect symbol corresponding to today's day of the week is different from the display mode of effect symbols other than the effect symbol corresponding to today's day of the week. For example, if today is Monday, only the symbol “1” corresponding to Monday is red, and the other symbols are blue. According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent a player from misidentifying which effect symbol is an effect symbol corresponding to today's day of the week. It should be noted that any display mode may be used as long as the display mode of the effect symbol corresponding to today's day of the week can be distinguished from the display mode of effect symbols other than the effect symbol corresponding to today's day of the week. For example, when today is Monday, even if symbols “2” to “7” other than symbol “1” corresponding to Monday are all different colors, symbol “1” corresponding to Monday is gold. This makes it possible to recognize that the symbol corresponding to today's day of the week is “1”.

  FIG. 53 is a flowchart showing the non-reach determination process. In the non-reach determination process, the effect control CPU 101 first inputs the current time signal from the real-time clock 353 (step S731), confirms the current day of the week based on the input current time signal, and responds to the day of the week. The non-reach off time symbol determination table is selected (step S732). For example, if today's day is Monday, the non-reach off symbol determination table in the Monday table shown in FIG. 57 is selected.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 extracts a left symbol determination random number (step S733), and uses the left symbol determination table in the non-reach off symbol determination table selected in step S732 according to the extracted random number value. A symbol (the left effect symbol) is determined (step S734).

  Here, as shown in FIGS. 57 to 63, in the left symbol determination table, the number of determination values to be assigned to symbols according to today's day of the week (for example, “1” for Monday) is assigned to other symbols. Is set to be smaller than the number of judgment values to be allocated. Therefore, in the case of non-reach, the rate at which the symbol corresponding to today's day of the week is selected as the left symbol is low.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 extracts the right symbol determination random number (step S735), and uses the right symbol determination table in the non-reach off-point symbol determination table selected in step S732 according to the extracted random number value to the right. A symbol (right effect symbol) is determined (step S736).

  Here, as shown in FIGS. 57 to 63, in the right symbol determination table, no determination value is assigned to the same symbol as the left symbol determined in step S734. This is because reach occurs when the same symbol as the left symbol is determined as the right symbol. In addition, the allocation of the determination value with respect to symbols other than the same symbol as the left symbol is substantially equal.

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 extracts the middle symbol determination random number (step S737), and uses the right symbol determination table in the non-reach off-point symbol determination table selected in step S732 according to the extracted random value. A symbol (internal effect symbol) is determined (step S738). In the middle symbol determination table, the allocation of the determination value to each symbol is substantially equal.

  FIG. 54 is a flowchart showing reach determination determination processing. In the reach / loss determination process, the effect control CPU 101 first inputs the current time signal from the real-time clock 353 (step S741), confirms the current day of the week based on the input current time signal, and responds to the day of the week. When the reach is lost, the symbol determination table is selected (step S742). For example, if today's day of the week is Tuesday, the reach off time symbol determination table in the Tuesday table shown in FIG. 58 is selected.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 extracts a reach design determining random number (step S743), and uses the extracted reach symbol determination table selected in step S742 to generate a reach design (left and right effect symbols) according to the extracted random number value. While determining (step S744), the medium symbol is determined. The middle symbol is determined using, for example, a random value (for example, any one of 1 to 6). Specifically, for example, when the reach symbol is “7” and the extracted random number value is 2, the symbol “5” two frames before the reach symbol “7” is determined as the middle symbol as the middle symbol. .

  As described above, the suddenly probable symbols are also determined by the same process. Here, in the variation pattern of the sudden probability variation big hit, the symbol difference of the middle symbol with respect to the reach symbol is fixed to “−1”, for example. Therefore, when a suddenly probable variable symbol is determined, the middle symbol can be determined from the symbol difference with respect to the reach symbol.

  FIG. 55 is a flowchart showing a 15R jackpot symbol determination process. In the 15R jackpot symbol determination process, the effect control CPU 101 first inputs the current time signal from the real-time clock 353 (step S751), confirms today's day of the week based on the input current time signal, and responds to the day of the week. The 15R big hit symbol determination table is selected (step S752). For example, if today's day is Wednesday, the 15R jackpot symbol determination table in the Wednesday table shown in FIG. 59 is selected.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 extracts a jackpot symbol determining random number (step S753), and uses the 15R jackpot symbol determination table selected in step S752 in accordance with the extracted random number value to generate 15 rounds of the jackpot symbol (left middle right). An effect symbol) is determined (step S754). In this embodiment, there is only one type of 15-round jackpot symbol (the symbol associated with today's day of the week), so the 15R jackpot symbol determination table shows the symbol corresponding to today's day of the week. The judgment value is assigned only.

  Next, the production control CPU 101 checks whether or not “third probability variation big hit” is designated by the display result designation command (step S755). This is because, when the third probability variation big hit is specified, it is necessary to determine a temporary stop symbol to be temporarily stopped before the re-lottery effect execution. When the third probability variation jackpot is designated by the display result designation command, the effect control CPU 101 selects a 7R jackpot symbol determination table corresponding to today's day of the week (step S756). For example, if today's day is Wednesday, the 7R jackpot symbol determination table in the Wednesday table shown in FIG. 59 is selected. Then, the CPU 101 for effect control uses the 7R jackpot symbol determination table selected in step S756 according to the random number value extracted in step S753 to generate the 7-round big hit symbol (the left middle right effect symbol) which is a temporary stop symbol. Determination is made (step S757). In this embodiment, since the seven rounds of jackpot symbols are six types of symbols other than the symbols corresponding to today's day of the week, the symbols other than symbols corresponding to today's day of week are included in the 7R jackpot symbol determination table. The judgment values are assigned almost evenly.

  FIG. 56 is a flowchart showing 7R jackpot symbol determination processing. In the 7R jackpot symbol determination process, the effect control CPU 101 first inputs the current time signal from the real-time clock 353 (step S761), confirms the current day of the week based on the input current time signal, and responds to the day of the week. The 7R big hit symbol determination table is selected (step S762). For example, if today's day is Thursday, the 7R jackpot symbol determination table in the Thursday table shown in FIG. 60 is selected.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 extracts a jackpot symbol determination random number (step S763), and uses the 7R jackpot symbol determination table selected in step S762 according to the extracted random number value to generate seven rounds of the jackpot symbol (left middle right). An effect symbol) is determined (step S764). In this embodiment, since the seven rounds of jackpot symbols are six types of symbols other than the symbols corresponding to today's day of the week, the symbols other than symbols corresponding to today's day of week are included in the 7R jackpot symbol determination table. The judgment values are assigned almost evenly.

  As shown in FIG. 57 to FIG. 63, in the left symbol determination table in the non-reach off symbol determination table, the allocation of the judgment value for the effect symbol corresponding to today's day of the week is reduced, while in the reach out of symbol determination table The allocation of judgment values for each effect symbol is substantially equal. Therefore, the ratio that the left symbol becomes a symbol corresponding to today's day of the week (“1” on Monday) is low, but if the left symbol becomes a symbol corresponding to today's day of the week, the rate of development to reach is high. Therefore, when the left symbol stops at the symbol corresponding to today's day of the week, the player can be expected to reach. It should be noted that, in the symbol determination table at the time of losing reach, the determination value allocation for the effect symbol corresponding to the current day of the week may be made larger than the determination value allocation for the other effect symbols. In this way, it is possible to further increase the rate at which the left symbol develops to reach the symbol corresponding to today's day of the week, and to the player to which symbol the left symbol stops. Can interest you.

  In addition, when the reach symbol stops at the symbol corresponding to today's day of the week, the rate of development to a big hit of 15 rounds is high. Specifically, the probability variation symbol for 15 rounds is one symbol corresponding to today's day of the week, and the probability variation symbol for 7 rounds is six symbols other than the symbol corresponding to today's day of the week (see FIG. 52). Further, as shown in FIG. 9C, the total number of determination values distributed to “first probability variation” and “third probability variation” in which the probability variation symbol for 7 rounds is stopped and displayed is 27 (37 to 37). 63, 73 to 82), and the total number of determination values assigned to the “second probability variation” in which the probability variation symbol for 15 rounds is stopped and displayed is 8 (64 to 72). Therefore, the number of judgment values allocated to one symbol in the 7-round probability variation symbol is about 4, whereas the number of determination values allocated to the 15-round probability variation symbol is 8. The ratio of winning 15 rounds when the symbol becomes a symbol corresponding to today's day of the week is the 7th round jackpot when the reach symbol becomes a symbol other than the symbol corresponding to today's day of the week. (Including cases) will be higher. Therefore, when the reach symbol stops at the symbol corresponding to today's day of the week, the player can expect a big hit. As mentioned above, if the left symbol stops at the symbol corresponding to today's day of the week, it is highly likely that it will develop to reach, and if the reach symbol stops at the symbol corresponding to today's day of the week, it is highly likely that it will develop to jackpot. If the left symbol stops at a symbol corresponding to today's day, the player can have a sense of expectation that it will develop into a reach or a jackpot, and the interest of the game can be improved. Note that it may be easy to reach only when the left symbol is a symbol that corresponds to today's day of the week (in the case of a big hit, the symbol corresponding to today's day of the week and other symbols should be determined equally. May be.)

  FIG. 64 is a flowchart showing the effect control process (step S705) in the main process. In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 performs any one of steps S800 to S807 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 notice selection process (step S801).

  Preliminary selection process (step S801): Whether or not to execute a preliminary presentation effect (also simply referred to as a preliminary announcement) during the change of the production symbol and the mode of the preliminary presentation effect are selected. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation start process (step S802).

  Production symbol variation start processing (step S802): Control is performed so that the variation of the ornament symbol (first ornament symbol or second ornament symbol) and the effect symbol is started. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol changing process (step S803).

  Production symbol variation processing (step S803): 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 effect symbol variation stop process (step S804).

  Production symbol variation stop process (step S804): Based on the reception of the production control command (design confirmation designation command) for instructing all symbols to be stopped, the decorative symbol (first decorative symbol or second decorative symbol) and the production symbol Control is performed to stop the fluctuation and derive and display the display result (stop symbol). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (step S805) or the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800).

  Big hit display process (step S805): After the end of the variation time, the effect display device 9 is controlled to display a screen for notifying the occurrence of the big hit. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit game processing (step S806).

  Big hit game processing (step S806): Control during the 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. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot end process (step S807).

  Big hit end process (step S807): 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. 65 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) in the effect control process. 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 notice selection process (step S801) (step S813).

  FIG. 66 is a flowchart showing the notice selection process (step S801) in the effect control process. In the notice selection process, the effect control CPU 101 reads out the variation pattern command from the variation pattern command storage area (step S761A).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether the mission 4 flag is set (whether the value of the mission flag is 4) (step S761B). The mission flag is a flag that is set to identify the content of the mission that is currently being executed. Then, the mission flag is set to a value corresponding to the mission effect when the mission effect is started in step S820E of the effect symbol variation start process described later. Here, when the value of the mission flag is 4, it is assumed that the mission to be achieved is execution of a predetermined step-up notice. Specifically, for example, step-up notices in the first stage, the second stage, and the third stage are sequentially executed. Therefore, in the advance notice selection process, a process for confirming whether or not the value of the mission flag is 4 is performed. It is also said that the mission n flag is set when the value of the mission flag is n (n = 1, 2, 3, 4, 5).

  If the mission 4 flag is set (Y in step S761B), the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not it is a big hit (step S762). The effect control CPU 101 can confirm whether or not it is a big hit based on the display result specifying command stored in the display result specifying command storage area in step S620 of the command analysis process. Then, when it is confirmed that the effect control CPU 101 is a big hit (Y in step S762), a random value is set according to whether or not to execute the advance notice and the content of the advance notice to be executed when the advance notice is executed. The first table shown in FIG. 67A is selected from the previous notice determination table (see FIG. 67) (step S764A).

  In addition, when the effect control CPU 101 confirms that it is not a big hit (N in step S762), it confirms whether or not the value of the mission timer is equal to or less than a predetermined value (step S763). The mission timer is set to a value corresponding to the mission effect when the mission effect is started in step S820H of the effect symbol variation start process described later, and is a value until time-out occurs in steps S859 and S860 of the effect symbol variation stop process. Is subtracted. Then, the CPU 101 for effect control has a mission timer value equal to or less than a predetermined value (that is, when a predetermined time has elapsed since the mission effect was started, or when the effect symbol has changed a predetermined number of times). (Y in step S763), the second table shown in FIG. 67B is selected (step S764B), and the mission timer value is not less than or equal to a predetermined value (that is, a predetermined time after the mission effect is started). If the time period has not elapsed or the effect symbol has not changed more than the predetermined number of times (N in step S763), the fifth table shown in FIG. 67 (e) is selected (step S764E).

  If the CPU 101 for effect control determines in the process of step S761B that the mission 4 flag is not set (N in step S761B), is the change pattern command read in step S761A a change pattern for normal advance notice execution? (Step S765A), and if it is a fluctuation pattern of normal notice execution (Y in step S765A), the fourth table shown in FIG. 67D is selected (step S764D). In addition, when it is not the variation pattern of the normal advance notice execution (Y in Step S765A), the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not it is a big hit (Step S765B), and if it is confirmed that it is a big hit (Step S765B). Y), the first table shown in FIG. 67A is selected (step S764A), and if it is confirmed that it is not a big hit (N in step S765B), the third table shown in FIG. 67C is selected (step S764C).

  The effect control CPU 101 extracts a notice selection random number (step S766), and determines whether or not to execute the notice based on the table selected in step S764A, S764B, S764C or S764D and the extracted random number value. The content of the advance notice is determined (step S767).

  FIG. 67 is an explanatory diagram of an example of the notice determination table. As shown in FIG. 67, for each random number value (values 0 to 9), no notice is executed or the contents of the notice are set. In the present embodiment, it is assumed that a step-up notice from the first stage to the third stage via the second stage and a normal notice are prepared. As shown in FIG. 67 (a), in the first table, step-up notices in the first stage, the second stage, and the third stage are sequentially executed for any value of random numbers 0-9. Is set to Therefore, when the mission 4 flag is set and a big hit (Y in step S761B, Y in S762), the step-up notice for sequentially executing the first stage, the second stage, and the third stage is determined as the notice to be executed. . Further, as shown in FIG. 67 (b), when the random number is any value from 0 to 8 (that is, with a probability of 90%), at least the first step-up notice is shown in the second table. Is set to run. Therefore, if the mission 4 flag is set, not a big hit, and the mission timer value is less than or equal to a predetermined value (Y in step S761B, N in S762, Y in S763), the first step up with a probability of 90% A notice is executed.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 67 (c), when the random number value is any value between 0 and 2 (that is, with a probability of 30%), at least the first stage step-up notice is shown in the third table. Is set to run. In addition, as shown in FIG. 67 (d), the fourth table is set so that the normal notice is executed for any of the random numbers 0-9. Therefore, when the mission 4 flag is not set and the fluctuation pattern of the normal notice execution is received (N in step S761B, Y in S765A), the normal notice is executed. Further, as shown in FIG. 67 (e), in the fifth table, when the random number value is 0 or 1 (that is, with a probability of 20%), at least the first step-up notice is executed. Is set to Therefore, if the mission 4 flag is set, it is not a big hit, and the value of the mission timer is not less than the predetermined value (Y in step S761B, N in S762, N in S763), the first step up with a 20% probability A notice is executed. Therefore, in the present embodiment, when the value of the mission timer is less than or equal to a predetermined value (for example, the end of the mission), it is higher than when the value of the mission timer is not less than or equal to the predetermined value (for example, the beginning of the mission). The first step up notice is executed at a rate. Therefore, at the end of the period for accomplishing the mission, the first stage step-up notice is executed at a high rate, and the game entertainment can be improved.

  When it is determined in step S767 that the notice is to be executed (Y in step S768A), the effect control CPU 101 sets a notice flag corresponding to the notice to be executed (step S768B). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation start process (step S802) (step S769).

  68 to 72 are flowcharts showing the effect symbol variation start process (step S802) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation start process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the mission flag is set (step S820A). When the mission flag is set (Y in step S820A), the process proceeds to step S821A.

  When the mission flag is not set (N in Step S820A), the effect control CPU 101 extracts a mission determination random number (Step S820B), and determines whether or not to start the mission effect and the mission to be started. (Step S820C).

  FIG. 73 is an explanatory diagram showing an effect (semi-satisfaction effect) executed according to the value of the mission flag and a mission determination table in which a mission determination random value is set for each mission flag value. As shown in FIG. 73 (a), when the value of the mission flag is 1, an effect in which a symbol for achieving the mission is easily displayed on the left symbol is executed. In addition, when the value of the mission flag is 2, the symbol for achieving the mission is displayed on the left symbol without being variably displayed as the stop symbol, and the stop symbols of the other symbols (middle symbol and right symbol) are displayed. The effect displayed after the variable display is executed. In addition, when the mission flag value is 3, the effect that only the symbols other than the right symbol (left symbol and middle symbol) are displayed (that is, the variable symbol of the right symbol and the derivation display of the stop symbol are not performed and the left symbol is displayed) And an effect in which only the medium symbol reel is displayed). Further, when the value of the mission flag is 4, the effect of executing the step-up notice is executed during the change of the effect symbol. Further, when the value of the mission flag is 5, the effect of selecting the reach mode is performed during the change of the effect symbol.

  In this embodiment, when the value of the mission flag is 1 to 3, it is assumed that the mission to be achieved is the occurrence of a predetermined reach state. Specifically, for example, the reach state is generated by a symbol corresponding to the current day of the week. When the value of the mission flag is 1, a symbol for achieving the mission (that is, a symbol corresponding to the current day of the week) is displayed on the left symbol as an effect executed according to the value of the mission flag. Easy production is performed. In addition, when the value of the mission flag is 2, the symbol for achieving the mission (that is, the symbol corresponding to the current day of the week) is displayed as a stop symbol without being variably displayed on the left symbol, and other symbols ( An effect is displayed in which the stop symbols of the middle symbol and the right symbol) are displayed after variable display. In addition, when the value of the mission flag is 3, the effect that the symbols other than the right symbol (the left symbol and the middle symbol) are displayed after the variable display is displayed (that is, the variable symbol of the right symbol and the derivation display of the stop symbol are displayed). (Effect where only the left symbol and middle symbol reels are displayed) is executed. When the symbol for achieving the mission (that is, the symbol corresponding to the current day of the week) is displayed on the left symbol, the reach state is assumed and the mission is achieved.

  In this embodiment, when the value of the mission flag is 4, the mission to be achieved is execution of a predetermined step-up notice. Specifically, for example, step-up notices in the first stage, the second stage, and the third stage are sequentially executed. In this embodiment, when the value of the mission flag is 5, the mission to be achieved is that a predetermined reach state is selected. Specifically, for example, “dream dream reach” described later is selected.

  FIG. 73B is an explanatory diagram showing a mission determination table in which a mission determination random value is set as the value of each mission flag. As shown in FIG. 73 (b), the mission determination value “1” is set to the mission determination random value “1”, the mission flag value “2” is set to the mission determination random value “2”, The mission determination random value “3” is set to the mission flag value “3”, the mission determination random value “4” is set to the mission flag value “4”, and the mission determination random value “5” is set to the mission. The flag value “5” is set, and the mission flag value is not set in the mission determination random numbers 0 and 6 to 9.

  The effect control CPU 101 refers to the mission determination table shown in FIG. 73B, and determines whether to start the mission effect and the mission to start based on the extracted random number for mission determination (step). S820C). Then, when starting the mission effect (Y in step S820D), the effect control CPU 101 sets a mission flag corresponding to the mission effect to be started (step S820E), and displays a screen showing the mission effect to be started. 9 (step S820F), a background screen indicating the degree of difficulty corresponding to the mission effect to be started is displayed on the effect display device 9 (step S820G), and the period until the mission is achieved in the mission timer (time or effect symbol) A value corresponding to the number of fluctuations) is set (step S820H).

  When the received variation pattern command is a variation pattern command corresponding to the development chance, pseudo-ream, or slip variation pattern (step S821A), the effect control CPU 101 temporarily displays the effect symbol from the start of the effect symbol variation. A temporary stop time timer that measures time until re-change (change restart) after the stop is started (step S821B).

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the gaming state is a time-short state (step S821C). Note that it is possible to determine whether or not the time reduction state is present by checking the background display state flag. If it is in the time-short state (Y in step S821C), the CPU 101 for effect control subtracts 1 from the value of the time-count counter for effect for counting the number of fluctuations (number of time reductions) in which the actual time-short state can be continued (step S821C). S821E). It should be noted that the value of the short time counter for performance is updated in synchronization with the value of the short time counter updated by the game control microcomputer 560. Then, the CPU 101 for effect control subtracts 1 from the value of the remaining number counter for counting the remaining number of times (information for specifying the total number of times) displayed in the number display area 92 of the effect display device 9 (step S821F). .

  Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the value of the remaining number counter is 0 (step S821G). Here, the value of the remaining number counter being 0 means that the time-short state is apparently finished, that is, when the remaining number displayed in the number display area 92 is updated and displayed as “0 times remaining”. It means that the next fluctuation is started after the fluctuation is finished. If the value of the remaining number counter is not 0 (N in step S821G), the remaining number still remains, so the presentation control CPU 101 updates the remaining number in the number display area 92 based on the value of the remaining number counter. Display (subtraction update display) is performed (step S821H). Then, the process proceeds to step S822. When the number of executions is added as information that can specify the total number of times, the number of executions is updated and displayed (additional update display).

  If the value of the remaining number counter is 0 (Y in step S821G), the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the value of the effect-use short-time counter is 0 (step S821J). Here, the value of the effect time reduction counter is 0. This means that the game state is the time reduction state, the remaining number counter value is 0, and the effect time reduction counter value is 0. There is no difference between the number of remaining fluctuations that can be continued and the number of remaining times displayed in the number display area 92, which means that the time-short state is actually (really) ended. In this case, the effect control CPU 101 changes the background of the effect display device 9 to the background in the normal state (step S821L). On the other hand, if the value of the production time reduction counter is not 0, there is a difference between the remaining fluctuation count in which the actual time reduction state can be continued and the remaining number of times displayed in the number display area 92, and the apparent time reduction state ends. However, the short-time state means that it does not actually end. It should be noted that the remaining number of fluctuations that can be continued in the actual time reduction state (the value of the time reduction counter for performance) is updated in synchronization with the value of the time reduction counter updated by the game control microcomputer 560 as described above. Therefore, a difference from the remaining number of times (the value of the remaining number counter) displayed in the number of times display area 92 may occur. In this case, the CPU 101 for effect control displays the time extension on the display screen of the effect display device, and executes control to display the background in the time extension state as the background of the display screen of the effect display device 9 (step S821K). . Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S822A.

  When the mission flag is not set (N in Step S822A, N in S822C), the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not to execute the advance notice and, if the advance notice is executed, the content of the advance notice to be executed (that is, the advance notice). A matter table determined in the selection process) and a process table for executing an effect corresponding to the received variation pattern command are selected (step S822E). The process of step S822E is also executed when the mission 5 flag is set and the value of the mission timer is not less than or equal to a predetermined value (N in step 822A, Y in S822C, N in S822D). Further, when the mission 5 flag is set and the value of the mission timer is equal to or smaller than a predetermined value (Y in step 822A, N in S822B, Y in S822C, Y in S822D), it is decided to execute the selection effect. Then, the selection effect is executed, and a process table for executing the effect according to the received variation pattern command is selected (step S822F).

  In addition, when any of the mission 1 to 3 flags indicating that the generation of the reach state in a predetermined production symbol (in this embodiment, the symbol corresponding to the day of the week) is a mission is set ( The effect control CPU 101 executes the following processing (steps S823A to S823O) in step S822A, Y in step S822B. Here, the process of step S823A-S823I is a process which changes the stop symbol determined by the effect symbol determination process (refer FIG. 51) according to a mission effect. Specifically, when it is not 7R big hit and 15R big hit (when sudden change probability big hit or miss), the stop symbol determined in the effect symbol determination process (see FIG. 51) is changed according to the mission effect. That is, when the sudden probability variation big hit (N in step S823A, Y in S823B), the stop symbol determined by the effect symbol determination process (see FIG. 51) is a stop symbol (for example, “753”) corresponding to the sudden probability variation big hit. Change to The effect control CPU 101 can confirm whether or not it is a big hit based on the display result specifying command stored in the display result specifying command storage area in step S620 of the command analysis process and the type of the big hit. In addition, when the 7R big hit or 15R big hit is made (step S823A, Y), the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to the process of step S823J.

  If it is out of place (N in step S823A, N in S823B), it is determined whether the value of the mission timer is equal to or smaller than a predetermined value (step S823D). Then, when the value of the mission timer is not less than or equal to the predetermined value (N in Step S823D), the process proceeds to Step S823J. The effect control CPU 101 is out of place (N in step S823A, N in S823B), and is set according to the value of the mission flag when the value of the mission timer is equal to or less than a predetermined value (Y in step S823D). The following processing is executed according to the mission flag). That is, when the mission 1 flag is set (Y in step S823E), the stop symbol is changed with reference to the mission 1 table shown in FIGS. 57 to 63 (step S823F). It is assumed that the stop symbol for the right symbol is determined to be a symbol different from the stop symbol for the left symbol. As shown in the mission 1 tables of FIGS. 57 to 63, in the present embodiment, many determination values are set for the symbols corresponding to the day of the week as the left symbols. In other words, if the mission timer value is less than or equal to the predetermined value and the mission 1 flag is set, the proportion of the symbol corresponding to the day of the week displayed as a stop symbol is high. The reach state does not occur, and the mission is not achieved (see FIG. 86 described later). If the mission 2 flag is set (N in step S823E, Y in S823G), the left symbol corresponds to the day of the week and the right symbol is changed to a stop symbol that does not correspond to the day of the week (step S823H). Therefore, if the mission timer value is less than or equal to the predetermined value and the mission 2 flag is set, the symbol corresponding to the day of the week is displayed as a stop symbol on the left symbol. Will not occur and the mission will not be accomplished.

  When the mission 3 flag is set (N in step S823E, N in S823G), the left symbol is changed to a stop symbol that does not correspond to the day of the week (step S823I). Therefore, if the mission timer value is less than or equal to the predetermined value and the mission 3 flag is set, the symbol corresponding to the day of the week is not displayed as a stop symbol in the left symbol, and the symbol corresponding to the day of the week is not displayed. The reach state of the symbol does not occur and the mission is not achieved.

  The processes of steps S823J to S823O are processes for selecting a process table corresponding to the mission effect. When the value of the mission timer is equal to or less than a predetermined value (Y in step S823J) and the mission 2 flag is set (Y in step S823K), the effect control CPU 101 variably displays the stop symbol of the left symbol. The process table for executing the effect (see FIG. 87 to be described later) to be displayed after the variable display is selected in accordance with the variation pattern command that has been displayed without any other symbols in accordance with the received variation pattern command (step S823L). Further, when the value of the mission timer is equal to or smaller than the predetermined value (Y in step S823J) and the mission 3 flag is set (Y in step S823M), the presentation control CPU 101 does not display the right symbol, A process table for executing an effect (see FIG. 88 described later) that is variably displayed according to the variation pattern command that has received the left symbol and the middle symbol is selected (step S823N). If the value of the mission timer is not less than or equal to the predetermined value (N in step S823J) or the mission 1 flag is set (Y in step S823J, N in S823K, N in S823M), the CPU 101 for effect control Selects a process table for executing an effect corresponding to the received variation pattern (step S823O).

  Thereafter, the CPU 101 for effect control confirms whether or not the first symbol variation designation command reception flag is set (step S824A). If the first symbol variation designation command reception flag is set, the first symbol variation designation command reception flag is reset (step S824B), and the first ornament symbol variation indicating that the variation of the first ornament symbol is started. A request flag is set (step S824C). Then, for example, a value corresponding to 0.5 seconds is set in the decorative symbol switching timer for determining the switching timing of the lighting LED (step S824D). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S834.

  If the first symbol variation designation command reception flag is not set, the second symbol variation designation command reception flag should be set. Therefore, the effect control CPU 101 resets the second symbol variation designation command reception flag (step S826A), and sets a second symbol variation request flag indicating that the variation of the second ornament symbol is started (step S826B). At the same time, a second reserved memory number subtraction flag indicating that the second reserved memory number is decremented by 1 is set (step S826C). Then, for example, a value corresponding to 0.5 seconds is set in the decorative symbol switching timer for determining the switching timing of the lighting LED (step S827). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S834.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 starts a process timer in the process data (data constituting the process table) of the process table selected in the process of step S822E, S822F, S823H, S823I or S823M (step S834).

  The production control CPU 101 has the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound, on condition that the abnormality notification flag indicating that an abnormal winning notification is being performed is not set. Control of the effect device (the effect display device 9 as the effect part, the various lamps as the effect part, and the speaker 27 as the effect part) is executed according to the number data 1) (steps S835A and S835B). 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.

  When the abnormality notification flag is set, the rendering device is controlled in accordance with the contents of the process data 1 excluding the sound number data 1 (steps S835A and S835C). That is, when the abnormality notification flag is set, when a new variable display of the production symbol is started, a sound production according to the variable display is not executed, but an abnormal prize is notified. The corresponding sound output is continued.

  In addition, when performing the process of step S835C, the effect 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 on the effect display device 9 (notification of abnormal winning is made) and the display effect image of the variable display of the effect symbol are simultaneously displayed on the effect display device 9. . That is, when the abnormality notification flag is set, when a new variable display of the effect symbol is started, not only the display effect according to the variable display is executed, but an abnormal winning notification is made. The notification according to is continued.

  Then, a value corresponding to the variation time specified by the variation pattern command is set in the variation time timer (step S836), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the effect symbol changing process (step S802). (Step S837).

  FIG. 74 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol changing process (step S802) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol changing process, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step S841) and subtracts 1 from the value of the change time timer (step S842). If the temporary stop time timer is started, 1 is subtracted from the value of the temporary stop time timer (step S843A).

  Then, if the temporary stop time timer has timed out (Y in step S843B), the effect control CPU 101 updates the display of the number of reserved storages in the effect display device 9 to a reduced display (step S843C), and a reduction display flag. Is set (step S843D). Further, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the gaming state is the time-short state (step S843E). If the time is short (Y in step S843E), the process proceeds to step S843F. If it is not the time-short state (N in step S843E), the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to the process in step S844A.

  In the process of step S843F, the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the remaining number counter (step S843F).

  Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the value of the remaining number counter is 0 (step S843G). If the value of the remaining number counter is not 0 (N in step S843G), since the remaining number still remains, the effect control CPU 101 updates the remaining number in the number display area 92 based on the value of the remaining number counter. Display (subtract update display) (step S843H). Then, the process proceeds to step S844A. When the number of executions is added as information that can specify the total number of times, the number of executions is updated and displayed (additional update display).

  If the value of the remaining number counter is 0 (Y in step S843G), the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the value of the effect-use short-time counter is 0 (step S843I). If the value of the effect short time counter is 0, the effect control CPU 101 changes the background of the effect display device 9 to the background in the normal state (step S843K). On the other hand, if the value of the effect time reduction counter is not 0, the effect control CPU 101 displays the time extension on the display screen of the effect display device 9 and is in the time extension state as the background of the display screen of the effect display device 9. Control for displaying the background is executed (step S843J). Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S844A.

  In step S844A, the effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not it is a reach effect with a selected effect (step S844A). The effect process is executed (step S844B), and when it is determined that the reach effect is not the selected effect (N in step S844A), the process proceeds to step S845. Whether or not the variation pattern has a selection effect is determined based on whether or not it has been decided to execute the selection effect in the process of step S822F. The selection effect in the present embodiment is an effect of selecting a predetermined reach effect for achieving a mission from a plurality of reach effects (see FIGS. 92 to 93 to be described later).

  FIG. 75 is a flowchart showing the selection effect process (step S844B). In the selection effect process, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the selection completion flag is set (step S911). The selection completion flag is set in the process of step S919. When the selection completion flag is not set (N in step S911), the effect control CPU 101 checks whether the post-decision flag is set (step S912). The post-determination flag is set in the process of step S916. When the operation button 120 is operated (pressed or the like) during the operation request period (Y in step S913, Y in S914), the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not it is a big hit (step S915A). The effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not it is during the operation request period based on the process data being executed and the value of the process timer.

  Then, when it is a big hit (Y in step S915A), the effect control CPU 101 displays the mission achievement screen (FIG. 93 (f)) on the effect display device 9 (step S915B). If it is not a big hit (N in Step S915A), a mission failure screen (FIG. 93 (h)) is displayed on the effect display device 9 (Step S915C). Then, the effect control CPU 101 sets a post-decision flag (step S916). The mission achievement screen (FIG. 93 (f)) or the mission failure screen (FIG. 93 (h)) is continuously displayed until the operation request period ends. Therefore, there is no difference in the time from the start to the end of the effect between the case where the player performs the determination operation early in the operation request period and the case where the determination operation is performed at the end of the operation request period.

  Thereafter, when the operation request period ends (N in Step S911, N in S913, Y in S917), the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not it is a big hit (Step S918A). When it is a big hit (Y in step S918A), the CPU for effect control 101 selects a process table for executing the effect that achieved the mission (FIG. 93 (g)) according to the received variation pattern (step S918B). ). If it is not a big hit (N in step S918A), a process table for executing an effect that failed in the mission (FIG. 93 (i)) is selected according to the received variation pattern (step S918C).

  Then, the production control CPU 101 sets a selection completion flag (step S919), and starts a process timer in the process data of the process table selected in step S918B or S918C (step S920). The production control CPU 101 performs the production device (the production display device 9 as the production component, various lamps as the production component) according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1). And the control of the speaker 27) as a production component is executed (step S921). Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to the process of step S845 of the effect symbol changing process.

  When the process timer times out (step S845), the effect control CPU 101 switches the process data. That is, the process timer setting value set next in the process table is set in the process timer (step S846). Further, on the condition that the abnormality notification flag is not set, the control state for the rendering device is changed based on the display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data that are set next (step S847A). , S847B).

  If the abnormality notification flag is set, control of the rendering device is executed according to the contents of process data i (i is any one of 2 to n) (however, excluding sound number data i) (step S847A). , S847C). Therefore, when the abnormality notification flag is set, the sound production according to the variable display of the production symbol is not executed, but the sound output according to the abnormality winning notification is continued.

  Further, when the process of step S847C 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 effect symbol is executed, but also the notification according to the abnormal winning notification is continued.

  If the variation time timer has timed out (step S848), the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation stop process (step S804) (step S850). 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 S849), the process proceeds to step S850. Even if the fluctuation time timer has not timed out, if the design confirmation designation command is received, the process shifts to control to stop fluctuation.For example, a fluctuation pattern command indicating a long fluctuation time due to noise between boards is received. Even in such a case, it is possible to end the variation of the effect symbol when the regular variation time has elapsed (when the variation of the special symbol ends).

  FIG. 76 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation stop process (step S804) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation stop process, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the confirmed command reception flag is set (step S851). If the confirmed command reception flag is set, the confirmed command reception flag is reset. (Step S852), and control for deriving and displaying the stop symbol is performed (Step S853). In addition, the production symbol variation end flag is set (step S854). Then, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the reduced display flag is set (step S855).

  When the reduction display flag is set (Y in Step S855), the effect control CPU 101 updates the display of the number of reserved storages in the effect display device 9 from the reduced display to the normal display (Step S856). The reduced display flag is reset (step S857).

  In addition, when the mission flag is set (Y in step S858), the effect control CPU 101 subtracts 1 from the value of the mission timer (step S859). If the mission timer has timed out (Y in step S860), a screen indicating that the mission has failed is displayed on the effect display device 9 if it is determined to be off (step S861A), and the mission flag is reset (step S861A). Step S861B).

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not it is determined to be a big hit (step S862A). Whether or not it is determined to be a big hit is confirmed by, for example, a display result specifying command stored in the display result specifying command storage area. In this embodiment, it can be confirmed whether or not it is determined to be a big hit based on the determined stop symbol.

  If it is determined to be a big hit (Y in step S862A), the following processing is executed. That is, when any one of the mission 1 to 3 flags is set, if it is determined that the normal big hit or the second probability variation big hit, a screen indicating that the mission has been achieved is displayed on the effect display device 9, and the mission 4 , 5 flag is set, a screen indicating that the mission has been successfully achieved is displayed on the effect display device 9 regardless of the type of jackpot (step S862B), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to the jackpot The value is updated according to the display process (step S805) (step S863).

  In the present embodiment, when the value of the mission flag is 1 to 3, it is assumed that the mission to be achieved is the occurrence of a reach state with a symbol corresponding to the current day of the week. Then, in the case of 15R big hit (that is, normal big hit and second probability variation big hit) (Y in step S725), the big hit symbol corresponding to the current day of the week is determined (step S754 and FIG. 57). To FIG. 63). Therefore, when the value of the mission flag is 1 to 3, when it is determined to be the normal big hit or the second probable big hit, a reach state with a symbol corresponding to the current day of the week occurs, so the mission is achieved. ing. Further, when the mission flag value is 4, it is assumed that the mission is to execute the step-up notice in order from the first stage to the third stage. One table is selected (see step S764A), and step-up notices are executed in order from the first stage to the third stage. Therefore, when the value of the mission flag is 4, when it is determined to be a big hit, the mission is achieved. Further, when the mission flag value is 5, when it is determined to be a big hit, a process table for executing an effect indicating that the mission has been achieved is selected (step) (See S918B). Therefore, when the value of the mission flag is 5, when it is determined to be a big hit, the mission is achieved.

  When it is determined not to win, the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S864).

  In this embodiment, the effect control microcomputer 100 ends the effect symbol and the effect symbol variation (variable display) on the condition that the symbol confirmation designation command has been received. However, if the variation time timer based on the received variation pattern command times out, the effect symbol and the variation of the effect 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. 77 is a flowchart showing a jackpot display process (step S805) in the effect control process. In the jackpot display process, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the jackpot start 1-3 designation command reception flag indicating that any of the jackpot start 1-3 designation commands has been received is set (step S871). If any one of the big hit start 1 to 3 designation command reception flags is set, the game start screen corresponding to the set flag is displayed on the effect display device 9 (step S872). Further, the set flag (any one of the big hit start 1 to 3 designation command reception flags) is reset (step S873). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit game processing (step S806) (step S874).

  If “third probability change” is specified in the display result specifying command (that is, if promotion from 7 rounds big hit to 15 rounds big hit is specified during the big hit game), promotion in the big hit game processing Production is performed.

  FIG. 78 is a flowchart showing the big hit end process (step S807) in the effect control process. In the jackpot end process, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the jackpot end effect timer is set (step S880). If the big hit end effect timer is set, the process proceeds to step S885. If the jackpot end effect timer is not set, whether or not the jackpot end designation command reception flag (one of the jackpot end 1 to 3 designation command reception flag) indicating that the jackpot end designation command has been received is set Confirmation is made (step S881). When the jackpot end designation command reception flag is set, the jackpot end designation command reception flag is reset (step S882), and a value corresponding to the jackpot end display time is set in the jackpot end presentation timer (step S883). Then, the effect display device 9 is controlled to display a jackpot end screen (screen for notifying the end of the jackpot game) (step S884). Specifically, an instruction to display the big hit end screen is given to the VDP 109.

  In step S885, 1 is subtracted from the value of the big hit end effect timer. Then, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the value of the jackpot end effect timer is 0, that is, whether or not the jackpot end effect time has elapsed (step S886). If not, the process ends. When the jackpot end effect time has elapsed and the jackpot end 1 designation command is received (Y in step S889), that is, when the effect control command for designating the normal jackpot end is received. The production control CPU 101 sets a predetermined value (100 times) in the short time counter for production (step S890), and also sets a predetermined value (100 times) in the remaining number counter (step S891). Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800) (step S894).

  When the jackpot end 1 designation command has not been received (N in step S889), the effect control CPU 101 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (step S800). (Step S894).

  FIG. 79 is a flowchart showing the first decorative symbol display control process of step S707 in the effect control main process shown in FIG. In the first decorative symbol display control process, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the first decorative symbol changing flag is set (step S781). If the first decorative symbol variation flag is set, the process proceeds to step S785. If the first decorative symbol variation flag is not set, it is confirmed whether or not the first decorative symbol variation request flag is set (step S782). If the first decorative symbol variation request flag is set, the first decorative symbol variation request flag is reset (step S783), and the first decorative symbol variation flag is set (step S784).

  In step S785, it is confirmed whether or not the decorative symbol variation end flag is set. If the decorative symbol variation end flag is set, the decorative symbol variation end flag is reset (step S786), and the display result is displayed on the first decorative symbol display unit 9a according to the data stored in the decorative symbol display result storage area. Is displayed (step S791), and the first decorative symbol variation flag is reset (step S792).

  When the decoration symbol change end flag is not set, the value of the decoration symbol switching timer is decremented by 1 (step S787). If the value of the decorative symbol switching timer is 0 (step S788), that is, if it is the lighting LED switching timing, the LED to be lit in the first decorative symbol display 9a is switched (step S789), and the decorative symbol is switched. For example, a value corresponding to 0.5 seconds is reset in the switching timer (step S790). In steps S824D and S827, the process of resetting a value corresponding to 0.5 seconds in the decorative symbol switching timer may not be executed.

  By the control as described above, the LED to be lit in the first decorative design indicator 9a is switched every 0.5 seconds, for example, and variable display of the first decorative design is realized.

  Note that the program of the second decorative symbol display control process (step S708) is also configured in the same manner as the first decorative symbol display control process. That is, in the above description of the first decorative symbol display control process, if “first” is read as “second”, the second decorative symbol display control process will be described.

  The first decorative symbol display control process (step S707) and the second decorative symbol display control process (step S708) may be a common process. In this case, it is necessary to separately provide a process for the first decorative symbol and a process for the second decorative symbol for the process of resetting the flag such as the first decorative symbol changing flag (steps S781 to S784, S786). However, the processes in steps S785, S787 to S792 can be made common. For example, depending on whether the first decorative symbol changing flag is set or the second decorative symbol changing flag is set, the corresponding LED (first decorative symbol display 9a or second decorative symbol display 9b) is set. Control to output the display control signal is executed.

  FIG. 80 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of a notification screen displayed on the effect display device 9. FIG. 80A shows an example of an initial screen displayed on the effect display device 9 by the effect control CPU 101 in response to reception of the initialization designation command. FIG. 80 (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 the power failure recovery designation command. FIG. 80C shows an example of an abnormality notification screen displayed on the effect display device 9 in response to the reception of the abnormal prize notification designation command by the effect control CPU 101, and the change of the effect symbol is started. Also, it is shown that the display of the abnormality notification screen is continued (see the right side of FIG. 80C).

  FIG. 81 is a flowchart showing the notification control process. In the notification control process, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the initial notification flag is set (step S971). The initial notification flag is set when a power-on designation command is received from the game control microcomputer 560 (see step S631 in FIG. 47). If the initial notification flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S976. If the initial notification flag is set, the value of the period timer set in step S632 is decremented by 1 (step S972). 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 S973 and S974).

  Further, the effect control CPU 101 outputs a command for erasing the initial screen or the power failure recovery screen in the effect display device 9 to the VDP 109 (step S975). 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 S976, the effect 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 is terminated. When the abnormal winning notification designation command reception flag is set, the abnormal winning notification designation command reception flag is reset (step S977), 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 is output to the VDP 109 (step S978). The VDP 109 superimposes and displays an abnormality notification screen on the effect display device 9 in response to the command (see FIG. 80C).

  Furthermore, the production control CPU 101 outputs sound data indicating sound output in response to the abnormal winning notification to the sound output board 70 (step S979). 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 S980).

  FIG. 82 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. 82A shows an example when the effect display device 9 is performing variable display of effect symbols. FIG. 82 (B) shows an example in which initialization notification is performed in the effect display device 9.

  FIG. 82 (C) shows an example in which abnormality notification is performed in the effect display device 9 and an abnormality notification sound is output by the speaker 27. When receiving the abnormal prize notification designation command from the game control microcomputer 560, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs control to display an abnormality notification screen on the effect display device 9 and outputs the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27. I do. Further, even when the variable display of the effect symbol is started in response to the reception of the variation pattern command, the display of the abnormality notification screen on the effect display device 9 and the output of the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27 are continued. Further, even when the variable display of the effect symbol is finished, the display of the abnormality notification screen on the effect display device 9 and the output of the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27 are continued.

  The production control microcomputer 100 does not execute the control for deleting the abnormality notification screen and the control for stopping the output of the abnormality notification sound, so that the display of the abnormality notification screen on the production display device 9 and the output of the abnormality notification sound from the speaker 27 are performed. Continues 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 production control microcomputer 100 controls the lamp / LED to blink in a manner different from that in the normal state (when no abnormal winning has occurred). . 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 game control microcomputer 560 does not detect abnormal winnings for a predetermined period (a period during which the initialization notification is executed) after the power supply to the game machine is started, and does not perform game control. The abnormal winning notification designating command is not transmitted from the microcomputer 560. However, the game control microcomputer 560 always detects an abnormal winning when the value of the special symbol process flag is less than a predetermined value (5 in this embodiment), so that the effect control microcomputer 100 performs the game control. If an abnormal winning notification designation command is received during a predetermined period after the power supply to the machine is started, the abnormal winning notification may not be performed. That is, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits an abnormal winning notification designation command when detecting that an abnormal winning has occurred, regardless of whether or not the initialization notification is being executed, so that the effect control microcomputer Even if the computer 100 receives the abnormal prize notification designation command during the period in which the initialization notification is being executed, the initialization notification is given priority over the abnormality notification by continuing the initialization notification without performing the abnormality notification process. You may make it make it. In that case, if an abnormal winning notification designation command is received during the period in which the initialization notification is being executed, the abnormality notification may be performed when the period in which the initialization notification is being executed ends.

  FIGS. 83 to 85 are flowcharts showing the hold storage display control process (step S709) in the effect control main process. In the hold memory display control process, the effect control CPU 101 stores the data in the sum hold memory number storage area in which the second byte data (EXT data) of the sum hold memory number designation command is stored in the sum hold memory number counter. It is confirmed whether it is larger than the value (step S901). If the data in the total pending storage number storage area is not larger than the value of the total pending storage number counter, the process proceeds to step S941.

  The fact that the data in the total pending storage count storage area is larger than the value of the total pending storage count counter means that a new total pending storage count designation command has been received. When the power is turned on (including when the power supply is resumed after being stopped), the value of the total pending storage number counter is 0 by the initialization process in step S701. Accordingly, when the data in the total pending storage number storage area is updated based on the reception of the total pending storage number designation command transmitted at the time of power supply return in step S43 (see step S652), the total pending storage number in step S901. It is determined that the data in the storage area is larger than the value of the total pending storage number counter.

  When the data in the total reserved memory number storage area is larger than the value of the total reserved memory number counter, whether or not the production control CPU 101 has a power failure recovery flag indicating that a power failure recovery designation command has been received is set. Confirmation is made (step S902). If the power failure recovery flag is set, the power failure recovery flag is reset (step S903), and the number of stars corresponding to the data (value) in the total pending storage number storage area is displayed in the total pending storage display area 93. It is displayed (step S904). In other words, the number of star images stored in the total pending storage number storage area is displayed (see FIG. 49C).

  In addition, the effect control CPU 101 sets the data in the total reserved memory number storage area in the unknown start winning memory number counter (step S905). The unknown start winning memory number counter is a counter formed in the RAM, and is a counter for counting the number of reserved memories that are unknown whether the reserved memory corresponding to the first starting prize or the reserved memory corresponding to the second starting prize. It is. Hereinafter, the reserved memory in which the reserved memory corresponding to the first start prize or the reserved memory corresponding to the second start prize is unknown is referred to as unknown reserved memory.

  Further, the number of data corresponding to the data (value) in the total reserved storage number storage area in the total pending storage table is set to data indicating “unknown” (step S906). The total hold storage table is a table formed in the RAM, and whether each hold storage is a hold storage corresponding to the first start prize, a hold memory corresponding to the second start prize, or whether it is unknown. This is a table in which data indicating is set.

  Then, the data in the total pending storage number storage area is set in the total pending storage number counter (step S907).

  If the power failure recovery flag is not set, the effect control CPU 101 checks whether or not the first start winning flag indicating that the first start winning designation command has been received is set (step S909). If the first start winning flag is set, the first starting winning flag is reset (step S910), the number of circles displayed in the total pending storage display area 93 is increased by 1, and the increased circle is displayed in red. Control is performed (step S911). Further, the value of the first start winning counter is incremented by 1 (step S912), and the data corresponding to the data (value) in the total reserved storage number storage area is set to data indicating “first” in the total pending storage table (step S912). S913). For example, if the data in the total pending storage number storage area is “5”, the fifth data in the total pending storage table is set to data indicating “first”. That is, the data corresponding to the increased reserved storage is set to data indicating “first”.

  Then, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the first start winning counter has reached the upper limit “4” (step S914). If it is not “4”, the process proceeds to step S907. If it is “4”, it is checked whether or not the value of the unknown start winning counter is 0 (step S915). If the value of the unknown start winning counter is 0, the process proceeds to step S907. The fact that the value of the unknown start winning counter is not 0 at this stage means that the number of unknown reserved memories indicated by the value of the unknown start winning counter is actually a reserved memory based on the second start winning prize. Because the upper limit number of the first reserved memory number is 4 and the value of the first start winning counter is 4, other reserved memories (the number of reserved memories exceeding 4) are the first start winning prizes. This is because it is not based on the reserved memory. That is, the other reserved memory is a reserved memory based on the second start winning prize.

  Therefore, when the value of the unknown start winning counter is not 0, the effect control CPU 101 changes the star displayed in the total pending storage display area 93 to a green circle corresponding to the second start winning prize. (Step S916). Further, the data indicating “unknown” in the total pending storage table is changed to data indicating “second” (step S917). Further, the value of the unknown start winning counter is set to 0 (step S918), and the value of the second starting winning counter is updated (step S919). In step S919, the value of the unknown start winning counter before being set to 0 is added to the value of the second starting winning counter. Then, control goes to a step S907.

  By performing such control, when the transmission / reception of the production control command is abnormal, an unknown pending storage occurs, and when the display corresponding to the unknown pending storage is displayed in the total pending storage display area 93, the display is normal. Display can be restored.

  If the first start winning flag is not set, it is confirmed whether the second starting winning flag is set (step S921). If the second start winning flag is not set, the process proceeds to step S931. If the second start winning flag is set, the second starting winning flag is reset (step S922), the number of circles displayed in the total pending storage display area 93 is increased by 1, and the increased circle is displayed. Control is performed to display green (step S923). Further, the value of the second start winning counter is incremented by 1 (step S924), and the data corresponding to the data (value) in the total reserved storage number storage area in the total pending storage table is set to data indicating “second” (step S925).

  Then, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the second start winning counter has reached the upper limit “4” (step S926). If it is not “4”, the process proceeds to step S935. If it is “4”, it is confirmed whether or not the value of the unknown start winning counter is 0 (step S927). When the value of the unknown start winning counter is 0, the process proceeds to step S935. When the value of the unknown start winning counter is not 0, the effect control CPU 101 changes the star displayed in the total pending storage display area 93 to a red circle corresponding to the first starting win (step). S928). Further, the data indicating “unknown” in the total pending storage table is changed to data indicating “first” (step S929). Further, the value of the unknown start winning counter is set to 0 (step S930), and the value of the first starting winning counter is updated (step S934). In step S934, the value of the unknown start winning counter before being set to 0 is added to the value of the first starting winning counter. Then, control goes to a step S935.

  In step S935, the data in the total pending storage number storage area is set in the total pending storage number counter.

  In step S931, control is performed so that the number of displays in the total pending storage display area 93 is increased by 1 and the increased display is displayed in blue. Further, the value of the unknown start winning counter is incremented by 1 (step S932), and the data corresponding to the data (value) in the total pending storage number storage area is set to data indicating “unknown” in the total pending storage table (step S933). . Then, control goes to a step S935.

  In step S941, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the total pending storage number subtraction designation command reception flag is set. If the total pending storage number subtraction designation command reception flag is set, the total pending storage number subtraction designation command reception flag is reset (step S942), and it is determined whether or not the second pending storage number subtraction flag is set. Confirmation is made (step S942A). If it is set, the second reserved memory number subtraction flag is reset (step S942B), and the green circle displayed most recently in the total reserved memory display area 93 (display corresponding to the second reserved memory number) Is deleted, and each circle mark or star mark is controlled to be displayed as a shift on the side of the erased circle mark or star mark (step S942C). Also, the value of the second start winning counter is decremented by -1 (step S942D). Further, the data corresponding to the oldest second reserved memory number in the total pending storage table is deleted, and the data in the total pending storage table is shifted (step S942E). Then, control goes to a step S952.

  If the second reserved memory number subtraction flag is not set, the production control CPU 101 erases the circle mark or star displayed at the earliest in the combined hold memory display area 93, and each circle mark or star mark is Control is performed so as to shift to the side of the erased circle or star (step S943). Then, it is checked whether or not the oldest data in the summation pending storage table is data indicating “first” (step S944), and if it is data indicating “first”, the value of the first start winning counter is − 1 (step S945), the process proceeds to step S951. If the oldest data in the summation pending storage table is not data indicating “first” (that is, data indicating “unknown”), the value of the unknown start winning counter is decremented by 1 (step S948), and step S951 is performed. Migrate to

  Further, the effect control CPU 101 shifts the data in the summation pending storage table to delete the oldest data in the summation pending storage table (step S951). Also, the value of the total pending storage number counter is decremented by -1 (step S952), and the value of the total pending storage number counter is set in the total pending storage number storage area (step S953).

  By the control as described above, when the first start winning designation command and the total pending storage number designation command are received in the total pending storage display area 93, the red circle is incremented by 1, and the second start winning designation command and the total Control for increasing the number of green circles by 1 when a pending storage number designation command is received is realized. Further, when the total pending storage number designation command is received but neither the first start prize designation command nor the second start prize designation command is received, control for increasing the blue circle by one is realized. When the total pending storage number subtraction designation command is received, the circle or star displayed in the total pending storage display area 93 is decremented by one.

  FIG. 86 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of an effect executed when the value of the mission flag is 1 in the present embodiment. In the present embodiment, it is assumed that the execution of the reach effect by the symbol corresponding to the current day of the week is a mission to be achieved when the value of the mission flag is 1, and the symbol corresponding to the current day of the week is, for example, “3 (See FIG. 86 (a)). When the value of the mission flag is 1, the effect control CPU 101 displays a screen showing the mission effect to be started and the period until the mission is achieved in the process of step S820F (for example, the screen shown in FIG. 86 (a)). Is displayed on the effect display device 9.

  Then, the production control CPU 101 displays the production symbol variable display screens (FIGS. 86 (b) to 86 (d) and 86 (f) to (i)), and the production symbol stop symbol display screen (FIG. 86 (e). )) Is displayed on the effect display device 9. Specifically, the effect control CPU 101 displays a screen in which all effect symbols are variably displayed (FIG. 86 (b)), a screen in which the left symbol is stopped and a middle symbol and a right symbol are variably displayed (in FIG. 86). 86 (c)), the left symbol and the right symbol are stopped and displayed, the middle symbol is variably displayed (FIG. 86 (d)), and the outlier symbol is derived and displayed (FIG. 86 (e)). Are displayed in order on the effect display device 9 (in the case of detachment). Also, the effect control CPU 101 displays a screen in which all effect symbols are variably displayed (FIG. 86 (f)), a left symbol is stopped and a middle symbol and a right symbol are variably displayed (FIG. 86 (g)). )), And the left symbol and the right symbol are stopped and displayed, and the screen (FIG. 86 (h)) in which the middle symbol is variably displayed is sequentially displayed on the effect display device 9 (in the case of a loss). In the case of winning, a reach effect screen with a symbol of “3” is displayed. In this embodiment, even if the effect control CPU 101 is determined to be out of sync, if the mission timer value is equal to or smaller than a predetermined value (Y in step S823D, Y in S823E), In the process of step S823F, the stop symbol of the left symbol is determined to be a stop symbol corresponding to the current day of the week at a high rate, so the stop symbol of the left symbol is often “3” (FIG. 86 ( c) and (g)). In the example shown in FIG. 86, a display corresponding to the value of the mission timer (“remaining 3 minutes” in the example shown in FIG. 86A) is displayed.

  Then, the mission timer times out (Y in step S860), and the effect control CPU 101 displays on the effect display device 9 a screen indicating that the mission has failed (screen indicating that the mission period has ended). In the example shown in FIG. 86, a screen indicating that the mission period has ended is displayed (see FIG. 86 (j)).

  FIG. 87 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of an effect executed when the value of the mission flag is 2 in the present embodiment. In the present embodiment, it is assumed that the execution of the reach effect by the symbol corresponding to the current day of the week is a mission to be achieved when the value of the mission flag is 2, and the symbol corresponding to the current day of the week is “3 (See FIG. 87 (a)). When the value of the mission flag is 2, the effect control CPU 101 displays a screen showing the mission effect to be started and the period until the mission is achieved in the process of step S820F (for example, the screen shown in FIG. 87A). Is displayed on the effect display device 9.

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 displays the effect symbol variable display screen (FIGS. 87 (b), (c), (e), (f), (h)) and the stop symbol display screen (FIG. 87). (D), (g), (i)) are displayed on the effect display device 9. Specifically, the production control CPU 101 stops the left symbol corresponding to the mission to be achieved, displays the middle symbol and the right symbol variably (FIG. 87 (b)), the left symbol and the right symbol. Is displayed in a stopped state, and the screen (FIG. 87 (c)) in which the middle symbols are variably displayed and the screen (FIG. 87 (d)) in which the outliers are derived and displayed are sequentially displayed on the effect display device 9 (miss in the case of). In addition, the effect control CPU 101 stops the left symbol corresponding to the mission to be achieved, displays the middle symbol and the right symbol variably (FIG. 87 (e)), and stops the left symbol and the right symbol. Then, the effect display device 9 sequentially displays the screen (FIG. 87 (f)) on which the middle symbol is variably displayed and the screen (FIG. 87 (g)) on which the outlier symbol is derived and displayed (in the case of loss). . Further, the CPU 101 for effect control displays a screen (FIG. 87 (h)) in which the left symbol corresponding to the mission to be achieved is stopped, the middle symbol and the right symbol are variably displayed, and the left symbol and the right symbol are stopped. A screen in which the middle symbol is variably displayed (not shown) and a screen in which the outlier symbol is derived and displayed (FIG. 87 (i)) are sequentially displayed for a predetermined period (three minutes in the example shown in FIG. 87). Is displayed on the effect display device 9 until elapses (in the case of loss). In the case of winning, a reach effect screen with a symbol of “3” is displayed. In this embodiment, when the mission 2 flag is set (Y in step S823K), the effect control CPU 101 stops the symbol of the left symbol determined in step S823H in step S823L. Is selected, the display area corresponding to the left symbol in the effect display device 9 is fixedly displayed with the symbol “3” corresponding to the current day of the week (FIG. 87 ( b) to (i)).

  Then, the mission timer times out (Y in step S860), and the effect control CPU 101 causes the effect display device 9 to display a screen indicating that the mission has failed (screen indicating that the mission period has ended). In the example shown in FIG. 87, a screen indicating that the mission period has ended is displayed (see FIG. 87 (j)).

  FIG. 88 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of effects executed when the value of the mission flag is 3 in the present embodiment. In the present embodiment, it is assumed that the execution of the reach effect by the symbol corresponding to the current day of the week is a mission to be achieved when the value of the mission flag is 3, and the symbol corresponding to the current day of the week is, for example, “3 (See FIG. 88 (a)). When the value of the mission flag is 3, the effect control CPU 101 displays the mission effect to be started and the period until the mission is achieved in the process of step S820F (for example, the screen shown in FIG. 88 (a)). Is displayed on the effect display device 9.

  Then, the effect control CPU 101 displays the effect symbol variable display screen (FIGS. 88 (b), (c), (e), (f), (h), (i)) and the stop symbol of the effect symbol. Screens (FIGS. 88D and 88G) are displayed on the effect display device 9. Specifically, the effect control CPU 101 does not display the right symbol, the screen in which the left symbol and the middle symbol are variably displayed (FIG. 88 (b)), and the reach in which the left symbol not corresponding to the day of the week is stopped and displayed. In the state, the screen in which the middle symbol is variably displayed (FIG. 88 (c)) and the screen in which the outlier symbol is derived and displayed (FIG. 88 (d)) are sequentially displayed on the effect display device 9 (in the case of a loss) ). As shown in FIG. 88 (c), in this example, since the right symbol is not displayed, the reach state is reached when the left symbol is stopped and displayed. Further, the effect control CPU 101 is in a reach state in which the right symbol is not displayed, the left symbol and the middle symbol are variably displayed (FIG. 88 (e)), and the left symbol not corresponding to the day of the week is stopped and displayed. A screen in which the middle symbol is variably displayed (FIG. 88 (f)) and a screen in which the outlier symbol is derived and displayed (FIG. 88 (g)) are displayed in order on the effect display device 9 (in the case of a loss). Further, the effect control CPU 101 is in a reach state in which the right symbol is not displayed, the left symbol and the middle symbol are variably displayed (FIG. 88 (h)), and the left symbol corresponding to the day of the week is stopped. Then, the screen (FIG. 88 (i)) in which the middle symbols are variably displayed is displayed on the effect display device 9 in order (in the case of big hit). In this embodiment, when the mission 3 flag is set (Y in step S823M), the effect control CPU 101 performs a process table for executing an effect that does not display the right symbol in the process of step S823N. Is selected, the left symbol and the middle symbol are displayed on the effect display device 9, and the right symbol is not displayed (see FIGS. 88 (b) to 88 (i)). When the stop symbol of the left symbol is displayed, the reach effect is executed (FIGS. 88 (c), (f), (i)).

  When the effect control CPU 101 is determined to be a big hit, the effect display device 9 is displayed on the effect display device 9 in the process of step S862B (see FIG. 88 (j)).

  FIG. 89 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of an effect executed when the value of the mission flag is 4 in the present embodiment. In the present embodiment, it is assumed that the execution of the step-up notice in step 3 (third stage) is a mission to be achieved when the value of the mission flag is 4 (see FIG. 89 (a)). In the present embodiment, the first stage step-up notice is an effect that displays “Otamajakushi”, and the second stage step-up notice is an effect that displays “Otamajakushi with feet”, It is assumed that the step-up notice in the third stage is an effect in which “Frog” is displayed, and the step-up notice in the third stage is executed after the step-up notices in the first stage and the second stage are finished in order. .

  When the value of the mission flag is 4, the effect control CPU 101 causes the effect display device 9 to display a screen showing the mission effect to be started (for example, the screen shown in FIG. 89A) in the process of step S820F. . Then, the CPU 101 for effect control displays a variable display screen of effect symbols (FIGS. 89 (b), (c), (d), (e), (f), (h), (i), (j), ( k)) and a display screen (FIG. 89 (g)) of the stop symbol of the effect symbol are displayed on the effect display device 9. Specifically, the CPU 101 for effect control displays the screen in which all effect symbols are variably displayed (FIG. 89 (b)), all effect symbols are variably displayed, and the first stage step-up notice (the tadpole) is displayed. Screen (FIG. 89 (c)), all effect symbols are variably displayed, a screen showing a step-up notice of the second stage (a tadpole with feet) (FIG. 89 (d)), the left symbol is Stopped display, middle symbol and right symbol are variably displayed, second stage step-up notice is displayed (Fig. 89 (e)), left symbol and right symbol are stopped The middle symbol is variably displayed, the screen displaying the step-up notice of the second stage (the tadpole with the legs) (FIG. 89 (f)), and the outlier symbol are derived and displayed, and the second step Up notice (for feet E was tadpole) screen displaying is displayed on the effect display device 9 (FIG. 86 (g) a) in the order (in the case of off). Further, the effect control CPU 101 displays a screen in which all effect symbols are variably displayed (FIG. 89 (h)), a screen in which all effect symbols are variably displayed, and a first step step-up notice (tadpole) is displayed. (FIG. 89 (i)), all effect symbols are variably displayed, a screen (FIG. 89 (j)) displaying a step-up notice of the second stage (a tadpole with feet), and all effect symbols are variable. The screen (FIG. 90 (k)) displaying the step-up notice (changing) in the third stage is displayed on the effect display device 9 in order (in the case of big hit).

  When it is determined that the game is a big hit (Y in step S762), the production control CPU 101 selects the first table (step S764A) and executes step-up notices in order from the first stage to the third stage. In step S862B, a screen indicating that the mission has been successfully achieved is displayed on the effect display device 9 (see FIG. 90 (l)).

  FIG. 91 is an explanatory diagram showing another example of effects executed when the value of the mission flag is 4 in the present embodiment. In the present embodiment, it is assumed that the execution of the step-up notice in step 3 (third stage) is a mission to be achieved when the value of the mission flag is 4 (see FIG. 91A). In this example, when the value of the mission flag is 4, it is assumed that the first-step step-up notice is always being executed (that is, “Odamakaku” is always displayed).

  When the value of the mission flag is 4, the effect control CPU 101 causes the effect display device 9 to display a screen showing the mission effect to be started (for example, the screen shown in FIG. 91A) in the process of step S820F. . Then, the production control CPU 101 displays the production symbol variable display screens (FIGS. 91 (b), (c), (d), (e), (g), (h), (i)) and the production symbols. The display screen of the stop symbol (FIG. 91 (f)) is displayed on the effect display device 9. Specifically, the CPU 101 for effect control variably displays all effect symbols, a screen (FIG. 91 (b)) displaying a first step step-up notice (tad), and variably displays all effect symbols. , The second stage step-up notice screen (Fig. 91 (c)), the left symbol is stopped, the middle symbol and the right symbol are variably displayed, the second step Screen (step 91d) showing the step-up notice (the legged tadpole), the left and right symbols are stopped, the middle symbol is variably displayed, and the second step step-up notice (foot) A screen (FIG. 91 (e)) that displays a tadpole that grows, and a screen that displays an outlier symbol and displays a step-up advance notice (a tadpole that grows legs) (FIG. 91). ( )) To be displayed on the effect display device 9 in the order (in the case of out). Further, the effect control CPU 101 variably displays all effect symbols, a screen (FIG. 91 (g)) displaying a first step up notice (tad), variably displays all effect symbols, Screen showing step-up notice of stage (tapling with feet) (Fig. 91 (h)), screen showing variable stage of all stage design and displaying step-up notice (changing) of stage 3 (FIG. 91 (i)) is displayed in order on the effect display device 9 (in the case of big hit).

  Then, when it is determined that the game is a big hit (Y in step S762), the production control CPU 101 selects the first table (step S764A) and executes step-up notices in order from the first stage to the third stage. In step S862B, a screen indicating that the mission has been successfully achieved is displayed on the effect display device 9 (see FIG. 91 (j)).

  FIG. 92 and FIG. 93 are explanatory diagrams showing examples of effects executed when the value of the mission flag is 5 in the present embodiment. In the present embodiment, it is assumed that selection of “dream dream reach” is a mission to be achieved when the value of the mission flag is 5 (see FIG. 92A).

  When the value of the mission flag is 5, the effect control CPU 101 causes the effect display device 9 to display a screen showing the mission effect to be started (for example, the screen shown in FIG. 92A) in the process of step S820F. . Then, the effect control CPU 101 causes the effect display device 9 to display an effect symbol variable display screen (FIGS. 92B and 92C). Then, the effect control CPU 101 selects the process table for executing the selected effect and executes the selected effect process (step S844B, FIGS. 93 (d) and 93 (e)). When it is determined that the game is a big hit (Y in step S915A), the mission achievement success screen is displayed on the effect display device 9 (step S915B, FIG. 93 (f), (g)). (N in step S918A), an effect indicating that the mission has failed is executed (FIGS. 93 (h), (i), (j)).

  FIG. 94 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a screen indicating the difficulty level of mission achievement in the present embodiment. FIG. 94 (b) shows that the mission achievement probability is 1/50. In the example shown in FIG. 94 (b), the degree of difficulty in accomplishing the mission is indicated by a numerical value of probability, but letters (hot, etc.), symbols (↑ and ↓), patterns (sakura pattern, etc.), colors ( The degree of difficulty in accomplishing the mission may be indicated by a rainbow color or the like.

  95 and 96 are explanatory diagrams showing other examples of effects executed when the value of the mission flag is 1 in the present embodiment. In the present embodiment, when the value of the mission timer is equal to or smaller than a predetermined value (Y in step S823D), the stop symbol of the effect symbol is determined to be a stop symbol whose left symbol is a symbol corresponding to the current day of the week. (Step S823E). Therefore, in FIGS. 95 (b) to 95 (j) where the value of the mission timer is not less than a predetermined value (for example, 5 rotations), the left symbol is a symbol corresponding to the current day of the week (in this example, “3”). In FIG. 96 (k) where the value of the mission timer is less than or equal to the predetermined value, the left symbol is determined to be a stop symbol corresponding to the current day of the week (“3” in this example). ing. Specifically, the CPU 101 for effect control displays a screen (FIG. 95 (b)) in which all effect symbols are variably displayed, a screen in which the left symbol is stopped and the middle symbol and the right symbol are variably displayed (FIG. 95). 95 (c)), a screen in which the left symbol and the right symbol are stopped and displayed, and the middle symbol is variably displayed (FIG. 95 (d)), and a screen in which an outlier symbol is derived and displayed (FIG. 95 (e)). Are sequentially displayed on the effect display device 9, and the value corresponding to the period given until the mission is achieved (in this example, the number of rotations (the number of changes in the effect symbol)) is reduced to the remaining nine rotations (in the case of loss). Further, the CPU 101 for effect control displays a screen in which all effect symbols are variably displayed (FIG. 95 (f)), a screen in which the left symbol is stopped and the middle symbol and right symbol are variably displayed (FIG. 95 (g)). )), The left symbol and right symbol are stopped and displayed, the middle symbol is variably displayed (Fig. 95 (h)), and the screen where the outlier symbol is derived and displayed (Fig. 95 (i)) is sequentially produced. The value is displayed on the display device 9 and the value corresponding to the given period until the mission is achieved (in this example, the number of rotations (the number of changes in the effect symbol)) is reduced to the remaining 8 rotations (in the case of loss). Further, the CPU 101 for effect control displays a screen (FIG. 95 (j)) in which all effect symbols are variably displayed and a screen (FIG. 96 (j)) in which the left symbol is stopped and the middle symbol and the right symbol are variably displayed. k)) are displayed in order on the effect display device 9 (in the case of detachment). In the case of winning, a reach effect screen with a symbol of “3” is displayed.

  As described above, according to the present embodiment, the variation pattern type is determined using the variation pattern type determination table, and the variation pattern is determined from the variation pattern included in the determined variation pattern type. Therefore, the restriction on the appearance rate setting such as reach production is relaxed, and the game interest of the player can be improved. Also, in the effect symbol variation start process, a process table for executing an effect as if the achievement probability of the mission has increased is selected, and the effect is executed based on the selected process table. It is possible to give the player a sense of expectation that the conditions presented to the player are satisfied, and to improve the player's gaming interest.

  In the present embodiment, three types of effect symbols are variably displayed, but four or more effect symbols may be prepared. FIG. 87 illustrates that only the left symbol is fixedly displayed, but a plurality of symbols may be fixedly displayed. Moreover, you may be comprised so that the number of the symbols to carry out a fixed display may be increased whenever a temporary stop is performed.

  In the present embodiment, the jackpot symbol is determined based on the current day of the week according to the number of jackpot rounds. Depending on the promotion rate, the jackpot symbol based on the current day of the week may be different. For example, when advantageous to the player, a design based on the current day of the week may be displayed.

  The present invention can be applied to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, and is particularly preferably applied to a gaming machine that changes a production symbol in synchronization with a special symbol.

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the front. It is explanatory drawing which shows the pseudo | simulation continuous chance eyes, the development chance eyes, and the chances of surprise. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structural example of a game control board (main board). It is a block diagram showing an example of circuit configuration of an effect control board, a lamp driver board and an audio output board. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of a real-time clock. It is a flowchart which shows the main process which CPU in a main board | substrate performs. It is a flowchart which shows a 2 ms timer interruption process. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a jackpot determination table and a jackpot type determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern. FIG. 38E illustrates an effect control command signal line. It is a timing diagram showing the relationship between an 8-bit control signal and an INT signal constituting a control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the transmission timing of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows the bit allocation example of the input port in the microcomputer for game control. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows a starting port switch passage process. It is a flowchart which shows a starting port switch passage process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a holding | maintenance specific area | region and a preservation | save area | region. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of the common pending | holding memory number buffer with which a 1st pending memory number and a 2nd pending memory number are provided in common. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol normal process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern classification determination table for big hits. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern classification determination table for big hits. It is explanatory drawing which shows a reach determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern classification determination table for reach. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern classification determination table for non-reach. It is explanatory drawing which shows a hit fluctuation pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows a hit fluctuation pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows a deviation variation pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows a deviation variation pattern determination table. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows a display result specific command transmission 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 big hit end process. It is a flowchart which shows an abnormal winning notification process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display area of the liquid crystal screen in an effect display apparatus. It is a flowchart which shows the presentation control main process which CPU for presentation control performs. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a command reception buffer. It is a flowchart which shows a demonstration display process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a display of a demonstration screen. 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 state of a total pending storage display area. It is explanatory drawing which shows the character matched with each production | presentation symbol. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design determination process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the big hit symbol of 7 rounds and the big hit symbol of 15 rounds according to a day of the week. It is a flowchart which shows a non-reach determination process. It is a flowchart which shows reach | attainment deviation determination processing. It is a flowchart which shows 15R big hit symbol determination processing. It is a flowchart which shows 7R big hit symbol determination processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows a Monday table. It is explanatory drawing which shows a Tuesday table. It is explanatory drawing which shows a Wednesday table. It is explanatory drawing which shows a Thursday table. It is explanatory drawing which shows a Friday table. It is explanatory drawing which shows a Saturday table. It is explanatory drawing which shows a Sunday table. It is a flowchart which shows production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows a fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows a notice selection process. It is a flowchart which shows a notice determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the effect (semi-satisfaction effect) performed according to the value of a mission flag, and a mission determination table. It is a flowchart which shows the process during effect design change. It is a flowchart which shows a selection effect process. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation stop process. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit display process. It is a flowchart which shows a big hit end process. It is a flowchart which shows a 1st decoration symbol display control process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the alerting | reporting screen displayed on an effect display apparatus. It is a flowchart which shows alerting | reporting control processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the situation of the display effect in an effect display apparatus, and the sound effect by a speaker. It is a flowchart which shows a pending | holding memory | storage display control process. It is a flowchart which shows a pending | holding memory | storage display control process. It is a flowchart which shows a pending | holding memory | storage display control process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the effect performed when the value of a mission flag is 1. FIG. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the effect performed when the value of a mission flag is 2. FIG. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the effect performed when the value of a mission flag is 3. FIG. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the effect performed when the value of a mission flag is 4. FIG. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the effect performed when the value of a mission flag is 4. FIG. It is explanatory drawing which shows the other example of the effect performed when the value of a mission flag is 4. FIG. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the effect performed when the value of a mission flag is 5. FIG. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the effect performed when the value of a mission flag is 5. FIG. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the screen which shows the difficulty level of mission achievement. It is explanatory drawing which shows the other example of the effect performed when the value of a mission flag is 1. FIG. It is explanatory drawing which shows the other example of the effect performed when the value of a mission flag is 1. FIG.

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DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine 8a 1st special symbol display device 8b 1st special symbol display device 9 Production display device 13 1st starting winning port 14 2nd starting winning port 15 Variable winning ball device 9a 1st decorative symbol display device 9b 2nd decorative device Symbol display 20 Special variable winning ball device (big prize opening)
31 Game control board (main board)
56 CPU
560 Game control microcomputer 80 Production control board 100 Production control microcomputer 101 Production control CPU
109 VDP
353 real-time clock

Claims (10)

A variable display device that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information that can each be identified based on the start condition being satisfied after the start condition is satisfied, and the variable display device displays a plurality of identification information as a display result. Each of the gaming machines displays a stop, and after the combination of the identification information displayed to be stopped results in a predetermined specific display result, the gaming machine controls to a specific gaming state advantageous to the player,
Pre-decision means for deciding whether to control to the specific gaming state before the display result of the identification information is derived and displayed;
Reach determining means for determining whether or not the variable display state of the identification information is set to a predetermined reach state based on the determination that the pre-determining means does not control the specific gaming state.
A variation pattern type determination unit that determines the variation pattern type of the identification information as one of a plurality of types based on at least one of the determination result of the prior determination unit or the determination result of the reach determination unit;
A variation pattern determining means for determining a variation pattern of the identification information from among the variation patterns included in the variation pattern type determined by the variation pattern type determining means;
In response to the determination result of the variation pattern determining means, effect executing means for executing an effect operation including variable display of the identification information during variable display of the identification information;
As a condition for controlling to the specific game state, a condition different from the specific display result is presented to the player over a plurality of variable displays of the identification information, and the predetermination means sets the specific game state. A special effect execution means for executing a condition satisfaction effect, which is an effect that satisfies the above conditions, when it is determined to be controlled,
The special effect execution means executes a semi-satisfaction effect as if the achievement probability on the display is increased even when the achievement probability of the presented condition is not increased. The variation pattern type determination means
Corresponding to the determination to reach the reach state by the reach determination means, it is determined as one of a plurality of types of variation patterns according to the reach state, and the reach determination means does not enter the reach state. In response to the decision made, it is determined as one of a plurality of variation pattern types including a variation pattern type for executing a specific effect during variable display of identification information,
The variation pattern determination means
In response to the determination that the reach state is set to the reach state by the reach determination unit, the variation pattern of the identification information includes a plurality of types of reach included in the variation pattern type determined by the variation pattern type determination unit. Decide on one of the fluctuation patterns,
The identification information in response to the determination that the reach state is not set by the reach determination unit and the change pattern type for executing the specific effect is determined by the change pattern type determination unit. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the fluctuation pattern is determined as one of a plurality of types of non-reach fluctuation patterns for executing the specific effect. When the presented condition is to display and display a predetermined combination of identification information, the special effect execution means is at least one of the plurality of identification information at a higher rate than when the condition is not presented. The gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2, wherein a quasi-satisfaction effect is displayed to stop and display the identification information corresponding to the predetermined combination. The special effect executing means, when the presented condition is to display and display a predetermined combination of identification information, the identification information so that a part of the plurality of identification information corresponds to the predetermined combination. The game machine according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein a quasi-satisfaction effect is displayed in which the information is stopped and displayed without being variably displayed, and the identification information other than the identification information is displayed after being variably displayed. The special effect execution means executes a quasi-satisfaction effect that reduces the number of identification information to be variably displayed when the presented condition is to display and display a predetermined combination of identification information. A gaming machine according to any one of the above. The special effect execution means is configured to perform the predetermined satisfaction as the quasi-satisfaction effect to be executed when the presented condition is to execute a predetermined stepwise effect in which the order is determined during one variable display of the identification information. The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the first stage of the staged effects is selected and executed at a higher rate than when the condition is not presented. The special effect execution means executes a reach effect selected from the plurality of reach effects as a semi-satisfaction effect when the presented condition is to execute a predetermined reach effect among the plurality of reach effects. A gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 6. The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the special effect execution means notifies the player of the degree of difficulty in satisfying the presented condition. Special performance execution means
Presents the period of time that the condition should be satisfied, along with the condition,
The quasi-satisfying effect is executed from the predetermined timing to the end of the period at a higher rate than the period from the start of the period to the predetermined timing. The gaming machine described in 1. The effect execution means executes variable display of a plurality of types of identification information that can identify each based on the start condition of variable display being satisfied after the start condition is satisfied,
Based on the determination by the pre-determining means, after the variable information display is started, the identification information that is the non-specific display result is temporarily stopped until the display result is derived and displayed, and then all the identification information is variably displayed. Variable display pattern determining means for determining one variable display pattern from variable display patterns of a plurality of types of identification information determined in advance, including a revariable display pattern in which re-variation is performed once or a plurality of times. ,
Based on the variable display pattern determined by the variable display pattern determination means, variable display control means for performing variable display of identification information;
A holding storage means for storing the number of holding conditions that have been satisfied and the number of holdings for which a starting condition has not yet been established, up to a predetermined number;
Hold display means for performing a hold display for the number of holds stored in the hold storage means;
A hold display control means for controlling the display mode of the hold display in the hold display means,
The hold display control means includes
First display mode control means for displaying the hold display on the hold display means in a first display mode;
Corresponding to the start of re-variation after a temporary stop in the variable display of identification information, the display mode of any one of the hold displays is changed from the first display mode to the hold display size in the first display mode. 10. A gaming machine according to claim 1, further comprising: a second display mode control means for returning to the first display mode after changing to the second display mode which is a display mode in which the size of the game machine is reduced. .

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